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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, December 16, 2010 OUR 120th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 50-2010 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Westfield BOE Defies State Mandate To Void School Super’s Contract By MICHAEL J. POLLACK June 30, 2011 – through the 2014- November, Governor Chris Christie Specially Written for The Westfield Leader 2015 school year. was announcing a superintendent-pay WESTFIELD – In response to the Ms. Dolan, who has been employed edict that would put caps on a county superintendent’s office and the in the education field for more than 30 superintendent’s salary; one’s pay state Department of Education (DOE) years, currently earns $195,718, a sal- would be relative to the size of one’s failing to approve the Westfield Board ary she would have continued to re- school district. of Education’s multi-year contract ceive for the 2010-2011 and 2011- In the most up-to-date numbers, extension with Superintendent Mar- 2012 school years under the terms of issued in early November from the garet Dolan, the board voted unani- the now-rejected contract. That con- governor’s office, Westfield would slot mously on Tuesday to petition the tract also would have bumped up her in at the second-highest enrollment DOE to recognize that the contract salary 2 percent for the 2012-2013 tier, for districts of between 3,001 and was “duly approved under the law” or year, to $199,632. In 2013-2014, fol- 6,500 students. The new limit for a to “give the county superintendent, lowing another year-over-year in- Westfield superintendent’s pay would Carmen Centuolo, the authority to crease, the salary would have reached now be $167,500 ($165,000 plus acknowledge her prior approval of the $203,625. Her maximum salary, in $2,500 added for districts that contain contract.” the 2014-2015 school year, would high schools), in addition to merit pay On November 9, the BOE voted reach $207,700. of up to 15 percent. If the 15-percent unanimously to extend Ms. Dolan’s While the board was approving the figure was earned, the salary could contract – which was set to expire on superintendent’s contract in early reach $192,625, as BOE President Julia Walker told The Westfield Leader last week in a sit-down interview. As Mrs. Walker said in that inter- view, not only did she feel that Westfield’s superintendent-contract Susan Dougherty for The Westfield Leader figures were “in the ballpark” of the WESTFIELD OR BETHLEHEM?...Members of The Presbyterian Church in Westfield, dressed for the Live Nativity pay cap, she also understood that Mrs. presentation of Sunday, December 5, gather on the lawn of the historic church. The Reverend Dr. Ray Roberts welcomed Centuolo had given verbal approval of a large crowd at 4 p.m., while the costumed characters presented a tableau of the nativity scene. A petting zoo featured sheep, the contract in November before dis- a goat, donkey, cow and llama. Lending to the feel of an old-fashioned town, choir members joined the audience to sing approving of the measure in Decem- Christmas carols and warmed themselves with hot chocolate and cookies. ber. In the words of BOE Vice-Presi- dent Ann Cary, last week, Mrs. Centuolo did “an about-face.” BOE Adopts Redistricting Plan, Also, under the newest superinten- dent-cap proposal, the merit bonuses are not factored into one’s pension; according to Ms. Cary, this provision Apologizes to Washington Parents impacted Ms. Dolan’s decision on By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL because of a ruling through the courts said. Michael Pollack for The Westfield Leader and The Times Specially Written for The Westfield Leader “YOU HAVE A FINITE AMOUNT OF MONEY”...Westfield resident John whether to return to the district. In ordered by the New Jersey Acting Board member David Finn, who Blake, right, addresses the superintendent-contract situation at Tuesday night’s fact, Mrs. Walker said on Tuesday that WESTFIELD — In a 6-3 vote Tues- Education Commissioner Rochelle also voted against the ordinance, said board of education meeting, held at Westfield High School’s Cafeteria B. Mr. Ms. Dolan would retire “if she were day night, the Westfield Board of Edu- Hendricks after a state administrative that he did not agree with Ms. Dolan’s Blake questioned why the board deemed Superintendent Margaret Dolan, second forced into the salary caps.” cation approved, upon its second read- judge found that the BOE violated its statement made at the November 16 from left, “so important” that it defied the superintendent-pay cap, to be Citing the continuity of leadership ing, an attendance-zone policy that own by-laws by having the second meeting that the redistricting is al- instituted next February by Governor Chris Christie. Board member Mitch and the high cost of undergoing a requires some Washington School chil- reading of the policy read only three ready saving Westfield money. Mr. Slater looks on at left. search for a new superintendent, the dren to be re-zoned to attend Edison weeks after the first reading. BOE by- Finn said he also wanted some time to board believed it had sufficient rea- Intermediate School instead of laws require four weeks as the manda- study the cost effect of the redistrict- soning to bring back Ms. Dolan. Roosevelt Intermediate School. tory period of time allotted between ing. He noted, “We as a board have the Westfield Council Hears Legally, as BOE attorney Phil Stern According to Board of Education readings of district policies. power of the benefit of time.” explained to the board, the BOE must President Julia Walker, the policy, Last month, Superintendent of He also stated, “I am proud to be Multiple Applications “exhaust” all administrative possibili- which was first passed in 2009, must Schools Margaret Dolan addressed part of the Washington School com- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 go through the adoption process again the audience, stating that having the munity.” He concluded that he wanted By THOMAS S. FORTUNATO In addition, the ordinance adds a redistricting in place since 2009 has to amend the redistricting ordinance Specially Written for The Westfield Leader stop sign on Topping Hill Road to be saved the town almost $100,000 in by ending the redistricting at the con- WESTFIELD – During the govern- installed at the intersection of Kimball Improvements to Westfield’s additional salaries that would have clusion of the 2010-2011 school year ing body’s regular meeting Tuesday, Avenue. been needed to pay for additional and then analyzing the document be- Mayor Andy Skibitsky and the town All five of the applications were Roosevelt teachers. fore moving forward for future years. council addressed, among other mat- passed without any comment from the Downtown on Hold for Now Board of education member Rich- The amended policy was not passed, ters, five advertised resolutions to be public. By MANDY L. RUSSELL economic development rolling. Ms. ard Mattessich, who voted against the as the only “yes” votes came from Mr. voted upon. The board additionally passed reso- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Cronin suggested that going forward, ordinance, said he felt the BOE should Mattessich, Mr. Finn and board mem- These included an application fund- lutions, including awarding a contract WESTFIELD — The South Av- their negotiations with the town re-open the discussion so that the pub- ber Mitchell Slater. ing $12,000 of building improvements to purchase four new Crown Victorias enue development improvements should not be to match 50 percent on lic knows why this particular area was Board member Gary McCready said to the Westfield Community Center; for the police department; approving have been a success in Westfield’s phase two’s cost, but rather to present targeted for redistricting. He said, “In he was not sure what some board an application to set the community the transfer of a liquor license for a downtown economic development them with a financial number. the 2011-2012 school year, why bur- members’ “level of proof” was that the center coordinator’s salary at $17,000 business expanding its premises; ap- plan, according to the Downtown Mr. Verdic said the DWC would den an already-broken system on a redistricting was not the right choice a year; an ordinance to amend Chapter proving final acceptance for the im- Westfield Corporation (DWC) offi- need the town council to allow them targeted group of 10-year-old boys for the district. He said he has had 13 of the town code regarding right provement of Knollwood Terrace, cials. six to eight months to work with and girls?” He said he wanted to see “many years of helping to decide what turns at controlled intersections; an Boulevard and South Avenue, and “Streetscape,” as the plan was called engineers to have a better idea on a the discussion re-opened to make sure to do and that there is not one particu- ordinance to retrofit existing storm lastly a resolution authorizing the town by the DWC design committee, has price. “We need an engineering plan,” the board is “going forward on a deci- lar right solution.” He said the work drains in the town, and an ordinance attorney to “engage the services of an more phases yet to go in completion of Mr. Verdic said. sion that makes economic sense.” and analysis had already been done by mandating that all dumpsters and out- authorized professional to assist in the entire plan, but South Avenue is “We should have the amount of He added that he has no analysis of the administration and that it was not door garbage cans be covered to pre- determining the value of the land and ready for a grand reopening and a linear footage of sidewalk, materials, information to refer to as to why this the board’s job to “micro-manage” vent rainwater from causing the con- improvements located at Block 4901, ribbon-cutting ceremony. The ques- and lights all priced out so we can particular area was targeted. “I am them. tainers to overflow. Lot 30.” tion of when to do this was tossed present it to the council,” Mr. Verdic simply advocating that we know why Mr. McCready also stated, “We can- Specifically, the ordinance amend- Also at the meeting, Mayor around at Monday night’s DWC board added. we are doing what we are doing,” he CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 ing Chapter 13 of the town code now Skibitsky presented the 2010 Westfield of directors meeting. DWC officials said the town coun- prohibits right turns on red between High School Girls’ Tennis team with “It would seem during the holiday cil is not set to address its capital 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the following an award for its successful season and season would be the best time to do it, budget until 2013, as town council intersections: Central Avenue and exceptional performance, as well as with all the wreaths and decorations members are expecting further cuts Grove Street, Central Avenue and Park Westfield resident Jonathan James with up,” suggested DWC Chairman in aid from Governor Chris Christie. Street, Central Avenue and Cacciola an award for his 25 years of service to Dominick Verdic. “Although, it is a This has made it a tough time for the Place, and Central Avenue and Sy- the town and to the Westfield Memo- busy time of year and may not be the DWC to move further with phase two camore Street and Clifton Street. rial Pool. best time to do it.” of the streetscape plan. Sherry Cronin, DWC executive “We don’t want to put any more director, suggested they try and hold burdens on the taxpayers,” Mr. Verdic the reopening the week between said. Christmas and New Year’s Day. No Mr. Hale recommended that the date was set; the board will revisit the board revisit this matter before Janu- subject at a later time. ary to come up with a way to ap- Ms. Cronin informed the board that proach the town on funding for phase business owners on South Avenue were two. pleased with the new look and that she In other news, the board recog- had received little to no complaints. nized Robert Newell, a member of The new light posts, amongst other DWC’s design committee. renovations the street was primped “We want to recognize you and let with, give South Avenue that “old you know how much we appreciate Westfield historical look,” she said. you stepping up to the plate to im- Ms. Cronin coined the first night prove Westfield’s downtown,” Ms. she drove down South Avenue after Cronin said. “You do your job with Thomas S. Fortunato for The Westfield Leader the project was complete, the night such passion and dedication.” HERE COMES SANTA CLAUS… The Children’s Specialized Hospital held a “South Avenue was illuminated.” Mr. Verdic presented Mr. Newell small Christmas celebration last Friday for children in the care of the hospital’s Phase two of the plan to revamp with the Joseph A. Spector award, Pediatric Medical Day Care Program in Roselle Park. See story on page 2. Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader downtown Westfield will include the also known as the 2010 Westfield PAGE INDEX Police Blotter...6 NORTH POLE TO WESTFIELD…Hundreds wait along the Westfield train- area of lower Elm Street to the train Service Award. station platform last Saturday for the Santa Train, sponsored by the Jersey Regional ...... 3 Obituary ...... 16 Real Estate .... 8-14 station. Mr. Newell thanked the commit- Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 14 Classifieds .... 15 Central Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society. Santa and Mrs. Claus DWC treasurer Lee Hale said he tee. “I feel honored to receive this, led adults and children in holiday activities during the two-hour excursion. Community ... 7, 15-16 Sports ...... 9-13 A&E ...... 17-18 wanted to get the next phase in the CONTINUED ON PAGE 10
  
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If we adopt just a tem- decisions about where our kids go to porary solution, I don’t know what the school brings out heartfelt opinions.” judge will think of us about having a She noted that the board takes a lot of policy for just a few months.” time and effort to attend meetings and Mr. Slater, who also voted against make educated decisions. redistricting, said, “This is not just a After the ordinance passed, Mr. board of policy, but a board of the Finn asked that the board adopt a people,” advocating a stronger sense resolution to apologize to Washing- of compassion. ton School parents. He felt that in the Board member Jane Clancy stated, future, the policy committee could “I don’t know what to say. I have spent look at and entertain a “better, well- six years on this topic and have no organized and thoughtful process” predetermination on how I am going for such concerns. Mr. Finn said an to vote until it happens. I come to these apology was needed for the district to Courtesy of James Ward Suzette F. Stalker for The Westfield Leader meeting open-minded, and I feel that “turn the page” and help bring a feel- SEASONS GREETINGS...The Westfield GOP Holiday Party found local offi- DELIGHTFUL DISPLAY…Santa will have no trouble finding this Rahway cials exchanging good cheer at the James Ward Mansion. Pictured, from left to Avenue home Christmas Eve with its festive array of outdoor decorations. I have been very compassionate. I ing of “good will” back to the Wash- right, are: Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (LD-21, Westfield), Councilman Mark have had many sleepless nights about ington School parents. Ciarrocca, Councilwoman JoAnn Neylan and Councilman Keith Loughlin. this subject.” The resolution was passed by a tally Garwood Bids Farewell to Mrs. Walker added, “The issue of of 5-4. Voting against the apology redistricting is very upsetting and pas- were Ginny Leiz, Mr. McCready, Alice Cranford Repeals Sewer Law sionately debated throughout the his- Honeycutt and Mrs. Walker. The “yes” Mayor and Two Councilmen tory of Westfield. It is understandable votes came from Mr. Slater, Mr. By MANDY L. RUSSELL “I am truly honored, and I consider this that we as citizens identify with our Mattessich, Mr. Finn, Ms. Clancy, and As Residents Rip Democrats Specially Written for The Westfield Leader the greatest achievement in my life,” Mr. neighborhoods, places of worship and board Vice-President Ann Cary. By FRED T. ROSSI the sewer fee may be addressed again in the GARWOOD – At Tuesday night’s coun- Sytko said. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader new year. Commissioner Mark Dugan said cil meeting, the last meeting of the year, Mr. Sytko continued by thanking the CRANFORD — Seven months after the repeal was being undertaken because departing Mayor Dennis McCarthy, along mayor for his years of dedication to the enacting an ordinance creating a separate voters “have indicated loudly” that they with Councilmen Steve Napolitano and town, to him and to the council, and also Superintendent’s Contract sewer utility, the township committee passed opposed the separate sewer fee. Anthony Sytko, were recognized for their thanked the Garwood Republican organi- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 an ordinance on Tuesday repealing the One resident opposed the repeal, telling service to the borough. The council also zation for taking a chance on him when he earlier law and restoring the previous sys- the committee that sewer charges should swore in new policeman Philip Lewis. was just a 21-year-old “youngster.” ties “before any other actions can be years with as much hours as possible tem where sewer fees are a line item in the have been based on usage rather than prop- Councilman Jonathan Linken said that “They let me come back over and over taken.” Under that premise, the BOE to get the biggest pension,” he said. municipal budget. erty value. He told the governing body it hiring Mr. Lewis was a positive move for again,” Mr. Sytko joked. He ended by thank- president and vice-president paid a “And while it may be legal, it has The committee voted 3-0 to repeal the should “not cut off your nose to spite your Garwood and the community. “It is both ing his family for making him the man he is visit to Ms. Centuolo last Friday, re- roundly been declared by the public as ordinance, which charged residents for water face,” and questioned how the 2011 budget positive in a financial realm and exuding today. questing that she withdraw her direc- being certainly in bad taste, if not usage based on the value of their property, would be kept under the state-mandated extraordinary service to the [Borough] of The last farewell and service award was tive that the board vote to rescind Ms. immoral.” after a 45-minute public hearing during caps given that the nearly $1.7 million Garwood,” Mr. Linken said. Officer Lewis presented to Mayor McCarthy. Mayor Dolan’s contract. Mr. Blake also said that in other which several residents castigated Demo- sewer bill will be a part of the municipal promised his dedication to the town. He McCarthy served on the governing body cratic commissioners-elect Ed O’Malley budget. will serve a one-year probationary period. since 1987, and as mayor since February “Dr. Centuolo clearly stated,” Mrs. industries, if presented with a similar and Kevin Campbell for campaigning In other business, the committee voted to Mayor McCarthy called Council Presi- 2003. Walker read in her prepared remarks, situation – in which an employee stated against the separate sewer fee and then designate as open space the Orange Avenue dent Napolitano to the floor to honor him The mayor was defeated in his re-elec- “that she did not have the authority to that he or she would leave unless cer- speaking in opposition to the ordinance property that formerly was the site of the for his three years of public service to the tion bid in November by incoming Mayor approve Dr. Dolan’s contract. She had tain salary parameters are met – a repeal. Solomon Schechter Day School. The town- town and “faithful” service as a Garwood Patricia Quattrocchi. been instructed by the [DOE] to not company would most likely say, One resident said voters had been “duped” ship government bought the four-acre tract council member. Mr. Napolitano began his The room was solemn and tears were approve any superintendent contracts “That’s a shame. Goodbye.” by the Democrats, while another apolo- earlier this year using proceeds from a service in January 2008. shed as the mayor addressed the council, his until after February 7 (when the cap Referring to the board’s 2009-2010 gized to Republican mayor Mark Smith for nearly $2-million bond to finance the pur- “This will be Steve’s last meeting,” family and residents in attendance. takes full effect.)” audit report, discussed earlier in the having voted for the Democrats. The resi- chase, which was done, according to the Mayor McCarthy said, “and we publicly He said, “The bonds I made with my The next step in “exhausting” the evening – in which it was revealed that dent turned to Mr. Campbell, who was four committee members who backed the acknowledge him and wish him the best.” friends and people of the community in the seated in the audience, and told him he had move, to prevent the property from being Mr. Napolitano explained that he had years I have served is something I will never board’s administrative remedies is there was only $800 in the school earned the “flip of the decade award” for developed. gotten into office and politics seven years forget.” petitioning. The BOE’s petition is district’s “capital funds” – Mr. Blake supporting and then opposing the repeal. Tuesday night’s meeting was the ago, starting out in the recreation commit- He thanked the residents of Garwood for three-pronged; it asks the DOE to marveled at how Ms. Dolan could be Democratic Commissioner Daniel committee’s final one of the year, with tee. giving him the opportunity to serve them withdraw the county superintendent’s “so important” that the board could Aschenbach, who will become mayor in Mayor Smith and Deputy Mayor Marcia “I learned a lot about municipal budgets and also the Garwood Police Department December 2 directive to rescind the “sit back and spend money which the 2011, voted to repeal but said next year’s Garcia bidding farewell and with the Re- and accounts in my years of service to this and staff for making Garwood the borough contract. It also asks for the DOE’s state says you’re not supposed to.” township committee “will have to grapple” publicans’ 4-1 majority also set to end as council,” Mr. Napolitano said. that it is. approval of the contract or for the Mr. Blake asked, citing numbers with the budget and related issues such as Democrats assume their seats and regain He expressed his gratitude to the council Mayor McCarthy tearfully thanked Bor- department to grant authority to Ms. that were bandied about by board spending and property-tax caps, meaning control of the governing body in January. and to his family. “It has been a pleasure ough Clerk Christina Ariemma and the serving with you guys, and I couldn’t have other administrators for their hard work and Centuolo to approve the contract. members, “How many teachers are done this without my family,” Mr. for, “always being there with answers and “Dr. Dolan’s contract is not in vio- going to have to be fired because you County Moving Forward on Napolitano said. guidance.” lation of any law or regulation cur- are $2.5 to $3 million over your bud- Mr. Napolitano said he had high hopes Mayor McCarthy ended with, “My ad- rently in effect,” Mrs. Walker read get now? I think you have to realize for his son, who was starting to get into vice to the incoming council is to listen to Tuesday night. “Dr. Centuolo made that you have a finite amount of $28.6-Million Solar Program politics, and expressed that this was prob- your professionals, because they know a sure that the contract was approvable money.” By PAUL J. PEYTON to guarantee $20 million of the total esti- ably his “biggest accomplishment.” He thing or two. To my wife, thank you for (in November) by recommending He concluded his remarks by say- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader hopes there will be a future for his son in being there and supporting me through mated $28.6 million in costs of installing changes to the contract that mirrored ing to the board, “I think you were ELIZABETH — Union County is mov- solar equipment through bonding. Mr. Wil- politics. good times and tough times. You have the statutes and then, in fact, approved misleading. I think this entire matter Also leaving the board and recognized always been my First Lady and my biggest ing ahead with awarding a contract to Cali- liams said the agreement requires Tioga to by Mayor McCarthy was Councilman supporter.” the agreement.” has been very distasteful.” fornia-based Tioga Energy to run the post 30 percent of that the total cost and to Sytko. Mayor McCarthy thanked him for Resident Karen Resetar expressed her She added, “It is the board’s posi- Mrs. Walker responded, “I did not county’s new solar-energy program. Tioga repay the county the remaining amount his time, hard work and dedication to the gratitude for the mayor’s years of service. “I tion that this contract was approved mean to mislead you in any way, Mr. was selected last year to lead Morris over the length of the agreement. The county council and offered his “best wishes.” want to thank you on behalf of the residents and that in any event, approval cannot Blake. The statute required us (BOE) County’s program. and the UCIA would own the solar panels Mr. Sytko expressed his gratitude to the of Garwood for your dedication and for be arbitrarily withheld waiting for a to notify her (Ms. Dolan) of a non- Jonathan Williams, an attorney repre- “during the 15 years it takes the debt to be council and the Mayor. He joked that for all keeping us involved. You will have time on change in the law.” renewal…from there, this board be- senting the Union County Improvement repaid,” Mr. Williams said. the talking he does, he found it difficult to your hands now, but know that the people Westfield resident John Blake, the gan to negotiate. Your research is cor- Authority (UCIA), said at last Wednesday’s He projected that the county’s renew- put into words what he wanted to say. will miss you.” county freeholders meeting that the pro- able-energy program would allow towns only member of the public who spoke rect. Had we done absolutely nothing, gram will include 46 solar-panel installa- and school boards in the program to save at Tuesday’s meeting on the the contract would have stayed in tions on rooftops of county, municipal and $6.2 million over the 15-year agreements. superintendent’s contract, asked the place.” school buildings. Mr. Williams said Tioga would benefit Hudak to Fill Vacancy board if the instructions to its attorney It is Mrs. Walker’s contention, how- Sixteen government entities are taking from the sale of electricity generated by the were “merely limited to a petition to ever, that the “rollover contract would part in the program. They include the towns solar panels, which he estimated at 40 per- the state DOE, or does it include a have cost the district more than the of Cranford, Hillside, Linden, Plainfield, cent lower than the market price for electric On Freeholder Board lawsuit?” negotiated contract.” Rahway, Roselle and Springfield, as well power. Tioga would also take advantage of By PAUL J. PEYTON not enough to challenge the party con- Mrs. Walker replied, “No, sir. Those as the Garwood, Hillside, Winfield, New tax credits. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader She explained her reasoning as fol- tingent east of the Garden State Park- instructions (to file a lawsuit) are not lows: “There is, inherent in your re- Providence, Roselle Park and Roselle boards When asked by Freeholder Chairman ELIZABETH — The Union County way. Thus, Mr. Haas opted not to chal- of education. In addition, the Union Coun- Dan Sullivan how the Union and Morris in this resolution.” marks, a belief that Dr. Dolan could try Arts Center in Rahway, county admin- Counties programs differ, Mr. Williams Democratic Committee (UCDC) has lenge Mr. Hudak’s nomination. Mr. Blake has objected to the man- easily be replaced at $167,500. This selected Linden City Democratic Chair- istration building in Elizabeth, Union said Morris County had to guarantee 100 Several hundred delegates attended ner in which the board has gone about board does not buy into that particular County College in Cranford and Morris- percent of the $30 million in debt for its man Chris Hudak to fill a vacancy on the meeting, which was held at Gallop- the contract situation. He took issue assumption – that the pool of candi- Union Jointure in New Providence are in- program, which includes installations on the Board of Chosen Freeholders left ing Hill Caterers in Union. with the board’s position that it had to dates [is] as deep as you seem to think cluded. 14 public-school buildings as well as county by the resignation of Rick Proctor, who With the addition of Mr. Hudak, the inform the superintendent this past it might be.” Cranford will put installations on its com- buildings. He said Union County is backing was elected Rahway mayor last month. at-large Freeholder board, of which June of its intention to keep her, call- She also said Mr. Blake’s analysis munity center as well as the municipal li- 70 percent of its program. Mr. Hudak was most recently man- Democrats hold a 9-0 majority, will ing it “spin.” As Mr. Blake read the “leaves out the cost of looking” for brary and parking lot, while Springfield will “So there is much more protection built ager of the Rahway Motor Vehicle Com- now have representatives from Eliza- state statute, he said the board needed another superintendent, should the have solar panels installed on its municipal into this transaction, and we were still able mission office. beth, Plainfield, Linden, Union, building, department of public works ga- achieve much higher savings than they to inform Ms. Dolan only if it intended board seek to go in that direction. She rage, library and recreation center. were able to achieve in Morris County,” “It’s an honor to have been selected Cranford, Fanwood, and Westfield. not to renew her contract. “If you did estimated that cost at more than to represent the people of Union County Towns and school boards will sign 15- Mr. Williams explained. According to pub- Freeholder-elect Linda Carter will absolutely nothing, her contract con- $20,000. year contracts with the county to join the lished reports, Morris County anticipates as a Freeholder,” Mr. Hudak said. “I replace Rayland Van Blake, both tinued as it was,” he said. “We simply chose a path that [ad- program. The installation costs will be paid energy savings of $2.3 million. look forward to working with my col- Plainfield residents, at the board’s reor- “What you’re doing is not some dressed] the circumstances that were by Tioga Energy. In response, Mr. Sullivan stated, “I ap- leagues in improving the lives of all our ganization meeting at noon on Sunday, benevolence of having a contract where presented to us, taking all the condi- Mr. Williams said the solar installations plaud everyone who was involved for that residents and running a county govern- January 9, in the Union County Court- there is no raise for the first two years; tions into consideration, not just the are expected to be completed within a year. type of performance and getting those types ment that is efficient and responsive to house chambers of Superior Court you’re doing what the public has salary cap. I believe that’s where our He said the financing for the project in- of results. I am certain it will be a project that their needs.” Judge Karen Cassidy, the assignment cludes a county guarantee of 70 percent of is going to go well and provide the benefits roundly objected to with other public greatest disagreement is [with your the costs in the event Tioga defaults on its that we focused on.” No biographical information was judge for the county. employees – packing the last three remarks],” she concluded. available at press time on Mr. Hudak, agreement. Tioga will be required to post The public hearing on the county’s guar- UCDC Executive Director Ryan Kuber the remaining 30 percent of the costs. antee ordinance is scheduled for 7 p.m. on At Wednesday’s meeting, the freehold- Wednesday, December 22, in the county told The Westfield Leader. A press re- RESOLUTION ers introduced on first reading an ordinance administration building in Elizabeth. lease from the UCDC said the incom- Westfield Board of Education, December 14, 2010 ing freeholder “brings a decade of gov- WHEREAS, the Westfield Board of Executive Union County Superintendent Acting Commissioner of Education, on ernmental and non-profit experience to Education (“Board”) is committed to con- of Schools for approval on October 18, December 2, 2010, the Executive Union NJDOE News Email the board.” tinuing the tradition of educational excel- 2010; and County Superintendent of Schools trans- December 2, 2010 He will be sworn in at the Union lence for its students that is the hallmark WHEREAS, on October 20, 2010, the mitted a letter to the Board, directing it to Received by The Westfield Leader, Julia R. Walker, President County freeholder meeting on Wednes- of the Westfield Public Schools; and Executive Union County Superintendent rescind its November 9, 2010, resolution, December 2, 2010 Westfield Board of Education day, December 22, at 7 p.m. in the WHEREAS, the Board believes that of Schools returned the proposed Em- ratifying the Employment Contract with 302 Elm Street Union County Administration Build- the continuity of such educational excel- ployment Contract to the Board with rec- Dr. Dolan, asserting that the Executive www.state.nj.us/education/news/ Westfield. NJ 07090 ing in Elizabeth. lence will directly benefit from the con- ommendations; and Union County Superintendent of Schools 2010/1202stop.htm “We congratulate Chris Hudak, and tinuing leadership of its Superintendent WHEREAS, the Board incorporated had not approved said Employment Con- For More Information Contact the Pub- Mr. Robert Berman of Schools, Dr. Margaret Dolan (“Dr. the written recommendations of the Ex- tract; and lic Information Office: Allison Kobus Westfield Board Secretary we look forward to working with him Dolan”); and ecutive Union County Superintendent of WHEREAS, the December 2, 2010, Alan Guenther, Director 609-292-1126 302 Elm Street in maintaining the right priorities for all WHEREAS, the Board is committed Schools into the proposed Employment directive to the Board gave the Board For Immediate Release: December 2, Westfield. NJ 07090 our residents in County Government,” to pursuing policies that demonstrate fis- Contract; and until December 15, 2010, to rescind the 2010 UCDC Chairwoman Charlotte cal responsibility on behalf of its taxpay- WHEREAS, following the written Employment Contract with Dr. Dolan; Department of Education Stops An- Dear President Walker and Secretary DeFilippo said. “Chris is a bright and ers and courses of action that demon- recommendations and based upon com- and other Superintendent Contract; Westfield Berman: talented young man who will bring strate legal compliance – the results of munications between the Board’s Coun- WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-3.1(f) Board of Education Ordered to Void Im- This is to advise that my office has not both enthusiasm and managerial expe- which have been consistently demon- sel and the Executive Union County Su- states that “any actions by the Executive proper Approval approved the proposed contract between rience to the board.” strated by high student achievement and perintendent of Schools, the Board be- County Superintendent undertaken pur- In correspondence released today from the Westfield Board of Education and Mr. Proctor’s term expires at the end in the substantially below state average lieved that it had received the approval of suant to this subchapter may be appealed Union Executive County Superintendent Superintendent Margaret Dolan that was per student expense; and the proposed Employment Contract by to the Commissioner pursuant to the pro- Carmen Centuolo to the Westfield Board the subject of a vote by the Board on of next year. Mr. Hudak was not chal- WHEREAS, Dr. Dolan’s previous em- the Executive Union County Superinten- cedures set forth in N.J.A.C. 6A:3; and of Education, the Department of Educa- November 9, 2010. lenged for the nomination, although ployment contract would have expired at dent of Schools, pursuant to N.J.A.C. WHEREAS, the Board believes in tion made clear that a contract extension Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:7-8Cj) and The Leader has learned that Westfield the conclusion of the 2010-2011 school 6A:23A-3.1, and was therefore autho- good faith that its action of November 9, for the Westfield Superintendent of N.3.A.C. 6A23A-3.l(c), the review and Councilman Dave Haas had support year; and rized to ratify the proposed Employment 2010 was legally compliant and wholly Schools has not been approved. The Board approval of the proposed contract by my from delegates from Westfield, WHEREAS, the Board believes that Contract; and consistent with existing law and regula- was ordered to void the contract no later office must occur prior to the board ap- Mountainside, Summit and Clark, but in order to continue its tradition of educa- WHEREAS, based upon communica- tion. than Dec. 15, 2010. The action is similar proval and execution of the contract. tional excellence for its students, demon- tions with Board Counsel and in reliance NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- to the Department’s cancellation of a Accordingly, since the Executive County strate fiscal responsibility and ensure le- upon the Executive Union County Super- SOLVED ON THIS FOURTEENTH similar improper contract agreement ap- Superintendent has not approved the pro- gal compliance, it must continue its pro- intendent of School’s approval, on No- DAY OF DECEMBER, 2010, AS FOL- proved by the Parsippany school board posed contract, the Board improperly DWC fessional relationship with Dr. Dolan; vember 9, 2010, the Board ratified the LOWS: last month. approved and executed the proposed con- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and Employment Contract with Dr. Dolan; The Board hereby directs the Board Acting Commissioner of Education tract on November 9,2010. WHEREAS, the Board and Dr. Dolan and Counsel to take all action necessary in Rochelle R. Hendricks has directed all I hereby direct the parties to void the and I promise you I will continue on,” have negotiated an Employment Con- WHEREAS, on November 15, 2010, order to appeal the directive of the Execu- Executive County Superintendents to agreement no later than December 15, Mr. Newell said. tract with terms and conditions that dem- the Acting Commissioner of Education tive Union County Superintendent of conduct a comprehensive review of all 2010, and to advise me in writing when The board approved a grant for a onstrate fiscal responsibility and legal transmitted a memorandum to all Ex- Schools set forth in her December 2, superintendent contracts. Until such a the proposed contract has been made new sign in an old car-wash building compliance; and ecutive County Superintendents of 2010, letter to the Board, to the Acting review is completed, no contracts or con- void. in Westfield. WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. Schools, directing, in part, that Commissioner of Education, pursuant to tract extensions will be approved, and no Thank you for your attention to this Home Economics is located in 18A:17-19, the Board is legislatively “….given pending regulations with re- N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-3.1(f), seeking an Or- contracts that expire after February 7, matter. the rear of the building and re- empowered to fix the salary of its Super- spect to Superintendent contracts that der from the Acting Commissioner of 2011, when proposed pay cap regulations Very truly yours, quested a small grant from the DWC intendent of Schools; and will be effective the date those regula- Education: will take effect, will be authorized unless Carmen M. Centuolo, Ed.D. to replace its sign. The owner of the WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-3.1(e) tions are approved, contracts expiring 1. Finding that the Employment Con- they comply with the proposed regula- Executive County Superintendent of requires that the Union County Executive subsequent to February 7, 2011 should tract between Dr. Dolan and the Board is tions. Schools company is also the owner of the County Superintendent of Schools re- not be renegotiated or extended prior to approved; and The letter from the Union Executive Cc: Rochelle R. Hendricks building. He is looking to improve view and approve proposed Superinten- the effective date of the new regula- 2. Directing the Union County Execu- County Superintendent to the Westfield Aaron Graham the look of the building, which, in dent of Schools contracts; and tions.”; and tive County Superintendent of Schools to Board of Education can be found here: Gregg Edwards turn, he hopes will improve his busi- WHEREAS, Dr. Dolan’s proposed WHEREAS, consistent with the No- approve the Employment Contract be- www.state.nj.us/education/news/2010/ Pam Castellanos ness. Employment Contract was sent to the vember 15, 2010, memorandum from the tween Dr. Dolan and the Board. LettertoWestfield.pdf Margaret Dolan Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, December 16, 2010 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 51st YEAR – ISSUE NO. 01-2010 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS SPF BOE Defies State Mandate To Reduce School Super’s Salary By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL years at her current salary. Parisi noted that the state is dictating Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times According to board member that Superintendent Hayes “take a SCOTCH PLAINS – During the Donald Parisi, the board had previ- significant pay cut or retire.” He Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of ously voted to keep Superintendent stated, “New Jersey needs to figure Education meeting last Thursday Hayes from 2011 until June 30, 2015, out who is making the decisions on evening, board members unani- at her current salary of $189,000. He who will be the superintendents for mously passed a resolution to reject noted her contract renewal was re- our schools. I believe these decisions an edict by Governor Chris Christie jected by the state, which is putting a should be local decisions. I have a and the Department of Education to cap at $175,000 for her and other problem when these types of deci- cut Superintendent Margaret Hayes’ superintendent positions in districts sions do not come from our local salary by approximately $14,000 if with a similar number of students. towns.” they wish to renew her contract. Board The new salary caps are set to take He also noted that, “before govern- members were in support of keeping effect February 7. ment changes a rule, usually a pro- the superintendent for another five In his address to the audience, Mr. posal is made and the people get to talk about it, before it is mandated.” Mr. Parisi concluded, “It takes a life’s work to become a superinten- dent.” Board of Education member Betty Anne Woerner echoed Mr. Parisi’s sentiments, saying that Mr. Parisi stated his argument “passionately and eloquently.” She also stated that the state edict regarding the contract was “outrageous.” Courtesy of Nancy Lama/Evergreen School Fanwood resident Michael Lewis GIVING TOYS A SECOND CHANCE...Evergreen School in Scotch Plains teamed up with Second Chance Toys, a non- profit organization that recycles gently used plastic toys to give to children in need, to teach students about the importance made a comment regarding Mr. of giving to others while at the same time keeping non-biodegradable plastics out of landfills. In an hour’s time, 520 good- Parisi’s remarks, saying that, “for as-new toys were collected to be donated to organizations in Union County. Pictured above are students getting ready to load every Dr. Hayes, there are others who up the truck, which 1800GotJunk? offered for delivery of the toys. From left to right are: Jessica Yu, Angel Pena, Justin run into trouble.” He also stated, “not Walsh, Tim Lamberta, Señora Bronna Lipton, Haley Birch, Bianca Young and Zachary Zimmerman. every school board is as conscien- tious as you are.” In other business, members of the board passed a resolution honoring Fanwood Council Puts Nail Salon the young women who make up the Girls Varsity Soccer team at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School. The Business Restrictions on Hold ROTARY RAFFLE…The Rotary Club of Fanwood-Scotch Plains is holding its team, which won its fifth county title in six years, had a season of 14 wins By TED RITTER “We are fortunate enough to have to “have ongoing communications annual 50-50 raffle, with winning tickets worth up to $6,000, $2,000 or $1,000 to Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times each of four lucky winners. The drawing will be held on Wednesday, January 5. and two losses. The team was led by four nail salons within a very small with downtown business owners.” Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary supports various causes and local college scholar- its coach of seven years, Kevin Ewing. FANWOOD – At Tuesday night’s area,” responded Mayor Colleen Mrs. Ling further emphasized the ships. Tickets are available from Rotarians or by calling (908) 233-9194. Pictured Board of Education President Trip meeting, the Fanwood Borough Mahr. However, the mayor noted, the importance of local businesses to the are Janet Strunk, chairwoman of the 50-50 project, and Fanwood-Scotch Plains Whitehouse stated, “You beat Council tabled an ordinance amend- salons are “cannibalizing” each other community and the economic impact Rotary President John Crisafulli. Westfield three times in one year. ment that would have prohibited new in the competition for business. of shopping locally. Just beating any team three times in nail salons from opening up in the The amended ordinance was in- “What you said is right on the one season is impressive.” He added, downtown redevelopment area. tended to ensure a variety of busi- money,” responded Mayor Mahr, add- LaCosta Prepares for RVSA “Scotch Plains and Fanwood have Resident Harry McNally, during nesses in the downtown and prevent ing, “[This] motivates me to work a been known as a soccer community public comments, asked, “If you’re too many nail salons from existing in little harder to advance the goals we As New Scotch Plains Rep. for the last 15 to 20 years. As of late, going to limit [nail salons], what else the designated downtown zone. have set forth for redevelopment.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 are you going to be limiting?” But the mayor acknowledged Tues- Mayor Mahr noted that, “it’s a dif- By FRED T. ROSSI Mary DePaola and Councilman Kevin day night that the “list” of the types of ferent world out there right now” Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Glover backing Mr. LaCosta. Later, businesses currently prohibited in the compared to five or six years ago SCOTCH PLAINS — When Rob- during a formal roll-call vote at the County Moving Forward on downtown “may no longer be accu- when the borough began its ongoing ert LaCosta takes over as the council’s regular meeting, all five rate,” and then indicated that the redevelopment efforts. township’s new representative to the members backed Mr. LaCosta’s ap- measure would be put on hold. The mayor indicated that the bor- Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority pointment, which will run for four $28.6-Million Solar Program “We want to get this right,” said ough may need to develop a market- (RVSA) in February, he says he will years. RVSA commissioners’ terms By PAUL J. PEYTON holders introduced on first reading Mayor Mahr. ing plan, in addition to a downtown “go in with eyes wide open and take are for five years, but Mrs. Papen has Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times an ordinance to guarantee $20 mil- “This is our opportunity to take a business liaison, to lure businesses things a day at a time.” served since February as an interim ELIZABETH — Union County is lion of the total estimated $28.6-mil- look at our ordinances [regarding] into the redevelopment area. “I have a big pair of shoes to fill,” appointee for the current term. moving ahead with awarding a con- lion costs of installations of solar what is permitted,” she said. “We need to go find them…and Mr. LaCosta told The Scotch Plains- Speaking to The Times this week, tract to California-based Tioga Energy equipment through bonding. Mr. The unanimous vote to put the bring them here,” said Mayor Mahr. Fanwood Times this week. The town- Mrs. Papen wished Mr. LaCosta well, to run the county’s new solar energy Williams said the agreement requires measure (which had been scheduled Councilman Robert Manduca ship zoning officer for nearly 34 years, noting that the post is a “busy, busy program. Tioga was selected last year Tioga to post 30 percent of that the for second reading) on hold “for fur- agreed that, “local merchants con- Mr. LaCosta was appointed RVSA position.” She said she was concerned to lead Morris County’s program. total cost and to repay the county the ther review and discussion” came tribute to the tax base of our commu- commissioner last week by the town- that the utility, which serves more Jonathan Williams, an attorney rep- remaining amount over the length of during Tuesday night’s regular coun- nity,” and added, “you’re very much ship council and will replace Joan than 300,000 residents and 3,500 in- resenting the Union County Improve- the agreement. The county and the cil meeting – the last of the calendar acting in your own interests” when Papen, who has served since 1995. dustrial and commercial customers ment Authority, said at last UCIA would own the solar panels year. shopping locally. He said he plans to speak with Mrs. in central New Jersey, was at a re- Wednesday’s county freeholders “during the 15 years it takes the debt Prior to the vote, downtown busi- Councilman Mike Szuch said he Papen to discuss the various issues newed risk of privatization, a move meeting that the program will in- to be repaid,” Mr. Williams said. ness and property owner Helen Ling would be interested in serving as a facing the utility, which has had some she had strongly opposed, especially clude 46 solar panel installations on He projected that the county’s re- spoke about the need to “have this liaison to work with downtown busi- operational and financing issues that in recent years as discussions of the rooftops of county, municipal and newable energy program would al- issue in perspective” and to “strike a nesses. have been reported in the media in idea heated up. She said the private school buildings. low towns and school boards in the balance.” In later public comments, resident recent months, including problems company that has been under consid- Sixteen government entities are tak- program to save $6.2 million over the “If not nail salons, what kinds of Michael Lewis applauded the gov- with the facility’s new co-generation eration to operate the RVSA has been ing part in the program. They include 15-year agreements. Mr. Williams businesses do you want to have…and erning body’s decision to table the plant. “It will be interesting and be a similarly involved in other towns and the towns of Cranford, Hillside, Lin- said Tioga would benefit from the how do you get them?” she asked. amendment. challenge,” he added. has had “some problems.” den, Plainfield, Rahway, Roselle, and sale of electricity generated by the Mrs. Ling also asked the govern- “It’s good you’re taking another The five-member township coun- She also had some concerns about Springfield as well as the Garwood, solar panels, which he estimated at ing body to appoint an official liaison CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 cil was initially split on the appoint- meetings held between the mayors of Hillside, Winfield, New Providence, 40 percent lower than the market ment during a conference meeting some of the RVSA towns, including Roselle Park and Roselle boards of price for electric power. Tioga would discussion last Tuesday, with Mayor Mayor Malool, concerning what Mrs. education. In addition, the Union Coun- also take advantage of tax credits. Nancy Malool and Councilman Jeff Papen called “different ideas” for how try Arts Center in Rahway, county ad- When asked by Freeholder Chair- Strauss favoring Mrs. Papen’s reap- the RVSA should be operated. Mrs. ministration building in Elizabeth, man Dan Sullivan how the Union and pointment and Deputy Mayor Papen said the RVSA is “autonomous Union County College in Cranford and Morris Counties programs differ, Mr. Dominick Bratti, Councilwoman and not dictated by the mayors.” Morris-Union Jointure in New Provi- Williams said Morris County had to dence are included. Cranford will put guarantee 100 percent of the $30 installations on its community center million in debt for its program, which as well as the municipal library and includes installations on 14 public parking lot, while Springfield will have school buildings as well as county solar panels installed on its municipal buildings. He said Union County is building, department of public works backing 70 percent of its program. garage, library and recreation center. “So there is much more protection Towns and school boards will sign built into this transaction, and we 15-year contracts with the county to were still able achieve much higher join the program. The installation savings than they were able to achieve costs will be paid by Tioga Energy. in Morris County,” Mr. Williams ex- Mr. Williams said the solar instal- plained. According to published re- lations are expected to be completed ports, Morris County anticipates en- within a year. He said the financing ergy savings of $2.3 million. Suzette F. Stalker for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times for the project includes a county guar- In response, Mr. Sullivan stated, “I DELIGHTFUL DISPLAY…Santa will have no trouble finding this Rahway antee of 70 percent of the costs in the applaud everyone who was involved Avenue home Christmas Eve with its festive array of outdoor decorations. event Tioga defaults on its agree- for that type of performance and get- PAGE INDEX Police Blotter...6 ment. Tioga will be required to post ting those types of results.” The hear- Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 16 Real Estate .... 12-14 the remaining 30 percent of the costs. ing on the ordinance will be held on Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 Classifieds .... 15 Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times At Wednesday’s meeting, the free- Wednesday, December 22. ALL ABOARD...Hundreds board the Santa Train on Saturday in Westfield. Community ... 6-8, 16 Sports ...... 11-15 A&E ...... 17-18
  
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WESTFIELD – In response to the “Dr. Dolan’s contract is not in viola- county superintendent’s office and the tion of any law or regulation currently state Department of Education (DOE) in effect,” Mrs. Walker read Tuesday failing to approve the Westfield Board night. “Dr. Centuolo made sure that the of Education’s multi-year contract ex- contract was approvable (in Novem- tension with Superintendent Margaret ber) by recommending changes to the Dolan, the board voted unanimously on contract that mirrored the statutes and Tuesday to petition the DOE to recog- then, in fact, approved the agreement.” nize that the contract was “duly ap- She added, “It is the board’s position proved under the law” or to “give the that this contract was approved and that county superintendent, Carmen in any event, approval cannot be arbi- Centuolo, the authority to acknowledge trarily withheld waiting for a change in Susan Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times her prior approval of the contract.” the law.” BETHLEHEM?...Members of The Presbyterian Church in Westfield, dressed On November 9, the BOE voted Westfield resident John Blake, the for the Live Nativity presentation of last Sunday, December 5, gather on the lawn unanimously to extend Ms. Dolan’s only member of the public who spoke at of the historic church. The Reverend Dr. Ray Roberts welcomed a large crowd at contract – which was set to expire on Tuesday’s meeting on the 4 p.m., while the costumed characters presented a tableau of the nativity scene. June 30, 2011 – through the 2014-2015 superintendent’s contract, asked the A petting zoo featured sheep, a goat, donkey, cow and llama. Lending to the feel school year. board if the instructions to its attorney Thomas S. Fortunato for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times of an old-fashioned town, choir members joined the audience to sing Christmas Ms. Dolan, who has been employed were “merely limited to a petition to the HERE COMES SANTA CLAUS… The Children’s Specialized Hospital held a small carols and warmed themselves with hot chocolate and cookies. in the education field for more than 30 state DOE, or does it include a law- Christmas celebration on Friday December 10 for children in the care of the hospital’s years, currently earns $195,718, a sal- suit?” Pediatric Medical Day Care Program in Roselle Park. See more on page 2. Chris Hudak of Linden Picked by ary she would have continued to re- Mrs. Walker replied, “No, sir. Those ceive for the 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 instructions (to file a lawsuit) are not in Cranford Repeals Sewer Law school years under the terms of the this resolution.” Dems to Fill Freeholder Vacancy now-rejected contract. That contract Mr. Blake has objected to the manner By PAUL J. PEYTON in maintaining the right priorities for also would have bumped up her salary in which the board has gone about the As Residents Rip Democrats Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times all our residents in County Govern- 2 percent for the 2012-2013 year, to contract situation. He took issue with By FRED T. ROSSI caps, meaning the sewer fee may be ad- ELIZABETH — The Union County ment,” UCDC Chairwoman Charlotte $199,632. In 2013-2014, following an- the board’s position that it had to in- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times dressed again in the new year. Commis- Democratic Committee (UCDC) has DeFilippo said. “Chris is a bright and other year-over-year increase, the sal- form the superintendent this past June CRANFORD — Seven months after sioner Mark Dugan said the repeal was selected Linden City Democratic talented young man who will bring ary would have reached $203,625. Her of its intention to keep her, calling it enacting an ordinance creating a separate being undertaken because voters “have Chairman Chris Hudak to fill a va- both enthusiasm and managerial ex- maximum salary, in the 2014-2015 “spin.” As Mr. Blake read the state sewer utility, the township committee indicated loudly” that they opposed the cancy on the Board of Chosen Free- perience to the board.” school year, would have reached statute, he said the board needed to passed an ordinance on Tuesday repeal- separate sewer fee. holders left by the resignation of Rick Mr. Proctor’s term expires at the $207,700. inform Ms. Dolan only if it intended not ing the earlier law and restoring the pre- One resident opposed the repeal, tell- Proctor, who was elected Rahway end of next year. Mr. Hudak was not While the board was approving the to renew her contract. “If you did abso- vious system where sewer fees are a line ing the committee that sewer charges mayor last month. challenged for the nomination, al- superintendent’s contract in early No- lutely nothing, her contract continued item in the municipal budget. should have been based on usage rather Mr. Hudak was most recently man- though The Times has learned vember, Governor Chris Christie was as it was,” he said. The committee voted 3-0 to repeal the than property value. He told the govern- announcing a superintendent-pay edict “What you’re doing is not some be- ordinance, which charged residents for ing body it should “not cut off your nose ager of the Rahway Motor Vehicle Westfield Councilman Dave Haas had that would put caps on a nevolence of having a contract where water usage based on the value of their to spite your face,” and questioned how Commission office. support from delegates from superintendent’s salary; one’s pay there is no raise for the first two years; property, after a 45-minute public hear- the 2011 budget would be kept under the “It’s an honor to have been se- Westfield, Mountainside, Summit and would be relative to the size of one’s you’re doing what the public has ing during which several residents casti- state-mandated caps given that the nearly lected to represent the people of Union Clark, but not enough to challenge school district. roundly objected to with other public gated Democratic commissioners-elect Ed $1.7 million sewer bill will be a part of the County as a Freeholder,” Mr. Hudak the party contingent east of the Gar- In the most up-to-date numbers, is- employees – packing the last three years O’Malley and Kevin Campbell for cam- municipal budget. said. “I look forward to working with den State Parkway. Thus, Mr. Haas sued in early November from the with as much hours as possible to get paigning against the separate sewer fee In other business, the committee voted my colleagues in improving the lives opted not to challenge Mr. Hudak’s governor’s office, Westfield would slot the biggest pension,” he said. “And and then speaking in opposition to the to designate as open space the Orange of all our residents and running a nomination. in at the second-highest enrollment tier, while it may be legal, it has roundly ordinance repeal. Avenue property that formerly was the county government that is efficient Several hundred delegates attended for districts of between 3,001 and 6,500 been declared by the public as being One resident said voters had been site of the Solomon Schechter Day School. and responsive to their needs.” the meeting, which was held at Gal- students. The new limit for a Westfield certainly in bad taste, if not immoral.” “duped” by the Democrats, while another The township government bought the No biographical information was loping Hill Caterers in Union. superintendent’s pay would now be Mr. Blake also said that in other apologized to Republican mayor Mark four-acre tract earlier this year using pro- available at press time on Mr. Hudak, With the addition of Mr. Hudak, $167,500 ($165,000 plus $2,500 added industries, if presented with a similar Smith for having voted for the Demo- ceeds from a nearly $2-million bond to UCDC Executive Director Ryan the at-large freeholder board of which for districts that contain high schools), situation – in which an employee stated crats. The resident turned to Mr. Campbell, finance the purchase, which was done, Kuber told The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Democrats hold a 9-0 majority, will in addition to merit pay of up to 15 that he or she would leave unless cer- who was seated in the audience, and told according to the four committee mem- Times. A press release from the UCDC now have representatives from Eliza- percent. If the 15-percent figure was tain salary parameters are met – a com- him he had earned the “flip of the decade bers who backed the move, to prevent the said the incoming freeholder “brings beth, Plainfield, Linden, Union, earned, the salary could reach $192,625, pany would most likely say, “That’s a award” for supporting and then opposing property from being developed. a decade of governmental and non- Cranford, Fanwood, and Westfield. as BOE President Julia Walker told The shame. Goodbye.” the repeal. Tuesday night’s meeting was the profit experience to the board.” Freeholder-elect Linda Carter will Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times last week Referring to the board’s 2009-2010 Democratic Commissioner Daniel committee’s final one of the year, with in a sit-down interview. audit report, discussed earlier in the Aschenbach, who will become mayor in Mayor Smith and Deputy Mayor Marcia He will be sworn in at the Union replace Rayland Van Blake, both As Mrs. Walker said in that inter- evening – in which it was revealed that 2011, voted to repeal but said next year’s Garcia bidding farewell and with the County freeholder meeting on Plainfield residents, at the board’s view, not only did she feel that there was only $800 in the school township committee “will have to Republicans’ 4-1 majority also to end as Wednesday, December 22, at 7 p.m. reorganization meeting at noon on Westfield’s superintendent-contract district’s “capital funds” – Mr. Blake grapple” with the budget and related is- Democrats assume their seats and regain in the Union County Administration Sunday, January 9, in the Union figures were “in the ballpark” of the marveled at how Ms. Dolan could be sues such as spending and property-tax control of the governing body in January. Building in Elizabeth. County Courthouse chambers of Su- pay cap, she also understood that Mrs. “so important” that the board could “sit “We congratulate Chris Hudak, and perior Court Judge Karen Cassidy, Centuolo had given verbal approval of back and spend money which the state we look forward to working with him the assignment judge for the county. the contract in November before disap- says you’re not supposed to.” proving of the measure in December. In Mr. Blake asked, citing numbers that Fanwood Council the words of BOE Vice-President Ann were bandied about by board members, Garwood Bids Farewell to Cary, last week, Mrs. Centuolo did “an “How many teachers are going to have CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 about-face.” to be fired because you are $2.5 to $3 look at the picture,” he said. death of her daughter. Also, under the newest superinten- million over your budget now? I think In other business Tuesday night, During council reports, Council- Mayor and Two Councilmen dent-cap proposal, the merit bonuses you have to realize that you have a the governing body approved day- man Anthony Parenti said letters have are not factored into one’s pension; finite amount of money.” time parking restrictions on Cecilia been sent out to all borough depart- By MANDY L. RUSSELL shed as the mayor addressed the council, according to Ms. Cary, this provision He concluded his remarks by saying Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times his family and residents in attendance. impacted Ms. Dolan’s decision on to the board, “I think you were mislead- Place, Paterson Road, Farley Avenue ment heads asking them to meet with GARWOOD – At Tuesday night’s He said, “The bonds I made with whether to return to the district. In fact, ing. I think this entire matter has been and Willoughby Road. the Administration and Finance Com- council meeting, the last meeting of the my friends and people of the commu- Mrs. Walker said on Tuesday that Ms. very distasteful.” Councilwoman Katherine Mitchell mittee to review their budgets. year, departing Mayor Dennis nity in the years I have served is Dolan would retire “if she were forced Mrs. Walker responded, “I did not said, “Some of the genesis of this was Mr. Parenti said the committee McCarthy along with Councilmen something I will never forget.” into the salary caps.” mean to mislead you in any way, Mr. complaints from residents.” wants to “get some idea what 2011 is Steve Napolitano and Anthony Sytko He thanked the residents of Citing the continuity of leadership Blake. The statute required us (BOE) to Bus and rail commuters parking going to look like” as the governing were recognized for their service to the Garwood for giving him the opportu- and the high cost of undergoing a search notify her (Ms. Dolan) of a non- along local roads have become an body prepares to begin the municipal borough. The council also swore in nity to serve them and also the for a new superintendent, the board renewal…from there, this board began increasing problem in many neigh- budget process. new policeman Philip Lewis. Garwood Police Department and staff believed it had sufficient reasoning to to negotiate. Your research is correct. borhoods. Also looking ahead, Mayor Mahr Councilman Jonathan Linken said for making Garwood the borough that bring back Ms. Dolan. Had we done absolutely nothing, the Legally, as BOE attorney Phil Stern contract would have stayed in place.” But Councilwoman Mitchell also said downtown redevelopment and that hiring Mr. Lewis was a positive it is. explained to the board, the BOE must It is Mrs. Walker’s contention, how- noted a “safety issue” when cars are meeting the state’s 2-percent budget move for Garwood and the commu- Mayor McCarthy tearfully thanked “exhaust” all administrative possibilities ever, that the “rollover contract would parked all day on narrow roads, leav- cap while maintaining local services nity. “It is both positive in a financial Borough Clerk Christina Ariemma and “before any other actions can be taken.” have cost the district more than the ing little room for emergency vehicles will be top priorities for 2011. realm and exuding extraordinary ser- the other administrators for their hard Under that premise, the BOE president negotiated contract.” or two-way traffic to get through. The governing body’s annual reor- vice to the borough of Garwood,” Mr. work and for, “always being there with and vice-president paid a visit to Ms. She explained her reasoning as fol- Speaking during public comments, ganization meeting is set for noon on Linken said. Officer Lewis promised answers and guidance.” Centuolo last Friday, requesting that she lows: “There is, inherent in your re- Mr. Lewis asked whether A&P’s re- Sunday, January 2, 2011 at Borough his dedication to the town. He will Mayor McCarthy ended with, “My withdraw her directive that the board marks, a belief that Dr. Dolan could cent bankruptcy filing would “have Hall. serve a one-year probationary period. advice to the incoming council is to vote to rescind Ms. Dolan’s contract. easily be replaced at $167,500. This any tax or cash flow implications” for Mayor McCarthy called Council listen to your professionals, because “Dr. Centuolo clearly stated,” Mrs. board does not buy into that particular President Napolitano to the floor to they know a thing or two. To my wife, Walker read in her prepared remarks, assumption – that the pool of candidates the borough, given the A&P store on honor him for his three years of public thank you for being there and sup- “that she did not have the authority to is as deep as you seem to think it might South Avenue on a property zoned approve Dr. Dolan’s contract. She had be.” for light industrial use. SPF-BOE service to the town and “faithful” ser- porting me through good times and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 vice as a Garwood council member. tough times. You have always been been instructed by the [DOE] to not She also said Mr. Blake’s analysis Borough Attorney Dennis Estis Mr. Napolitano began his service in my First Lady and my biggest sup- approve any superintendent contracts “leaves out the cost of looking” for an- noted that A&P’s filing allows it to we are known as a girls’ soccer com- January 2008. porter.” until after February 7 (when the cap other superintendent, should the board reorganize and keep operating. munity.” “This will be Steve’s last meeting,” Resident Karen Resetar expressed takes full effect.)” seek to go in that direction. She estimated “You don’t know what might come Mr. Parisi added, “There wasn’t Mayor McCarthy said, “and we pub- her gratitude for the mayor’s years of The next step in “exhausting” the that cost at more than $20,000. out of the bankruptcy…it’s Chapter one game where the other team licly acknowledge him and wish him the service. “I want to thank you on behalf board’s administrative remedies is pe- “We simply chose a path that [ad- 11; if it was Chapter 7, we’d be in titioning. The BOE’s petition is three- dressed] the circumstances that were pre- scored more than one goal on our best.” of the residents of Garwood for your pronged; it asks the DOE to withdraw sented to us, taking all the conditions into trouble…we’ll have to wait and see,” team. That is amazing!” Mr. Napolitano explained that he had dedication and for keeping us involved. the county superintendent’s December consideration, not just the salary cap. I he said. The next board of education meet- gotten into office and politics seven You will have time on your hands now, 2 directive to rescind the contract. It believe that’s where our greatest dis- Also Tuesday night, Union County ing is scheduled for tonight, Decem- years ago, starting out in the recreation but know that the people will miss also asks for the DOE’s approval of the agreement is [with your remarks],” she Freeholder Alexander Mirabella, a ber 16, at 7:30 p.m. committee. you.” contract or for the department to grant concluded. Fanwood resident, presented a reso- “I learned a lot about municipal bud- lution “on behalf of the 500,000 resi- December 2, 2010 gets and accounts in my years of ser- dents of Union County” to a local vice to this council,” Mr. Napolitano RESOLUTION Julia R. Walker, President resident who is mourning the recent Westfield Board of Education said. Westfield Board of Education, December 14, 2010 He expressed his gratitude to the 302 Elm Street WHEREAS, the Westfield Board of Executive Union County Superintendent December 2, 2010, the Executive Union Westfield. NJ 07090 council and to his family. “It has been Education (“Board”) is committed to con- of Schools for approval on October 18, County Superintendent of Schools trans- NJDOE News Email a pleasure serving with you guys and I tinuing the tradition of educational excel- 2010; and mitted a letter to the Board, directing it to couldn’t have done this without my lence for its students that is the hallmark WHEREAS, on October 20, 2010, the rescind its November 9, 2010, resolution, Received by The Westfield Leader, Mr. Robert Berman family,” Mr. Napolitano said. of the Westfield Public Schools; and Executive Union County Superintendent ratifying the Employment Contract with Westfield Board Secretary Mr. Napolitano said he had high WHEREAS, the Board believes that of Schools returned the proposed Em- Dr. Dolan, asserting that the Executive December 2, 2010 302 Elm Street hopes for his son, who was starting to the continuity of such educational excel- ployment Contract to the Board with rec- Union County Superintendent of Schools www.state.nj.us/education/news/ Westfield. NJ 07090 get into politics and expressed that this lence will directly benefit from the con- ommendations; and had not approved said Employment Con- 2010/1202stop.htm was probably his “biggest accomplish- tinuing leadership of its Superintendent WHEREAS, the Board incorporated tract; and For More Information Contact the Pub- Dear President Walker and Secretary ment.” He hopes there will be a future of Schools, Dr. Margaret Dolan (“Dr. the written recommendations of the Ex- WHEREAS, the December 2, 2010, lic Information Office: Allison Kobus Berman: for his son in politics. Dolan”); and ecutive Union County Superintendent of directive to the Board gave the Board Alan Guenther, Director 609-292-1126 This is to advise that my office has Also leaving the board and recog- WHEREAS, the Board is committed Schools into the proposed Employment until December 15, 2010, to rescind the For Immediate Release: December 2, not approved the proposed contract nized by Mayor McCarthy was Coun- to pursuing policies that demonstrate fis- Contract; and Employment Contract with Dr. Dolan; 2010 cal responsibility on behalf of its taxpay- WHEREAS, following the written and Department of Education Stops An- between the Westfield Board of Edu- cilman Sytko. Mayor McCarthy cation and Superintendent Margaret thanked him for his time, hard work ers and courses of action that demon- recommendations and based upon com- WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-3.1(f) other Superintendent Contract; Westfield and dedication to the council and of- strate legal compliance – the results of munications between the Board’s Coun- states that “any actions by the Executive Board of Education Ordered to Void Im- Dolan that was the subject of a vote fered his “best wishes.” which have been consistently demon- sel and the Executive Union County Su- County Superintendent undertaken pur- proper Approval by the Board on November 9, 2010. Mr. Sytko expressed his gratitude to strated by high student achievement and perintendent of Schools, the Board be- suant to this subchapter may be appealed In correspondence released today from Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:7-8Cj) and in the substantially below state average lieved that it had received the approval of to the Commissioner pursuant to the Union Executive County Superintendent N.3.A.C. 6A23A-3.l(c), the review the council and the Mayor. He joked per student expense; and the proposed Employment Contract by procedures set forth in N.J.A.C. 6A:3; Carmen Centuolo to the Westfield Board that for all the talking he does he found and approval of the proposed contract WHEREAS, Dr. Dolan’s previous em- the Executive Union County Superinten- and of Education, the Department of Educa- by my office must occur prior to the it difficult to put into words what he ployment contract would have expired at dent of Schools, pursuant to N.J.A.C. WHEREAS, the Board believes in tion made clear that a contract extension wanted to say. the conclusion of the 2010-2011 school 6A:23A-3.1, and was therefore autho- good faith that its action of November 9, for the Westfield Superintendent of board approval and execution of the “I am truly honored and I consider year; and rized to ratify the proposed Employment 2010 was legally compliant and wholly Schools has not been approved. The Board contract. Accordingly, since the Ex- this the greatest achievement in my WHEREAS, the Board believes that Contract; and consistent with existing law and regula- was ordered to void the contract no later ecutive County Superintendent has life,” Mr. Sytko said. in order to continue its tradition of educa- WHEREAS, based upon communica- tion. than Dec. 15, 2010. The action is similar not approved the proposed contract, Mr. Sytko continued by thanking the tional excellence for its students, demon- tions with Board Counsel and in reliance NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- to the Department’s cancellation of a the Board improperly approved and Mayor for his years of dedication to the strate fiscal responsibility and ensure le- upon the Executive Union County Super- SOLVED ON THIS FOURTEENTH similar improper contract agreement ap- executed the proposed contract on town, to him and to the council and also gal compliance, it must continue its pro- intendent of School’s approval, on No- DAY OF DECEMBER, 2010, AS FOL- proved by the Parsippany school board November 9,2010. thanked the Garwood Republican or- fessional relationship with Dr. Dolan; vember 9, 2010, the Board ratified the LOWS: last month. I hereby direct the parties to void the ganization for taking a chance on him and Employment Contract with Dr. Dolan; The Board hereby directs the Board Acting Commissioner of Education agreement no later than December when he was just a 21-year-old “young- WHEREAS, the Board and Dr. Dolan and Counsel to take all action necessary in Rochelle R. Hendricks has directed all have negotiated an Employment Con- WHEREAS, on November 15, 2010, order to appeal the directive of the Execu- Executive County Superintendents to 15, 2010, and to advise me in writ- ster.” ing when the proposed contract has “They let me come back over and tract with terms and conditions that dem- the Acting Commissioner of Education tive Union County Superintendent of conduct a comprehensive review of all onstrate fiscal responsibility and legal transmitted a memorandum to all Execu- Schools set forth in her December 2, superintendent contracts. Until such a been made void. over again,” Mr. Sytko joked. He ended Thank you for your attention to this by thanking his family for making him compliance; and tive County Superintendents of Schools, 2010, letter to the Board, to the Acting review is completed, no contracts or con- WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. directing, in part, that “….given pending Commissioner of Education, pursuant to tract extensions will be approved, and no matter. the man he is today. 18A:17-19, the Board is legislatively regulations with respect to Superinten- N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-3.1(f), seeking an Or- contracts that expire after February 7, The last farewell and service award Very truly yours, empowered to fix the salary of its Super- dent contracts that will be effective the der from the Acting Commissioner of 2011, when proposed pay cap regulations Carmen M. Centuolo, Ed.D. was presented to Mayor McCarthy. intendent of Schools; and date those regulations are approved, con- Education: will take effect, will be authorized unless Mayor McCarthy served on the gov- Executive County Superintendent of WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-3.1(e) tracts expiring subsequent to February 7, 1. Finding that the Employment Con- they comply with the proposed regula- Schools erning body since 1987, and as mayor requires that the Union County Executive 2011 should not be renegotiated or ex- tract between Dr. Dolan and the Board is tions. since February 2003. County Superintendent of Schools re- tended prior to the effective date of the approved; and The letter from the Union Executive Cc: Rochelle R. Hendricks The mayor was defeated in his re- view and approve proposed Superinten- new regulations.”; and 2. Directing the Union County Execu- County Superintendent to the Westfield Aaron Graham election bid in November by incoming dent of Schools contracts; and WHEREAS, consistent with the No- tive County Superintendent of Schools to Board of Education can be found here: Gregg Edwards Mayor Patricia Quattrocchi. WHEREAS, Dr. Dolan’s proposed vember 15, 2010, memorandum from the approve the Employment Contract be- www.state.nj.us/education/news/2010/ Pam Castellanos The room was solemn and tears were Employment Contract was sent to the Acting Commissioner of Education, on tween Dr. Dolan and the Board. LettertoWestfield.pdf Margaret Dolan goleader online supplement We’ll Help Your Business The Westfield Leader www.goleader.com [email protected] (908) 232-4407

Get Back On Track Continue to the next page ==> Page 2 Thursday, December 16, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Scutari Calls on Rivera-Soto County Cancels Purchase To Resign From Court Of Home Near Nomahegan TRENTON – State Senator Nicho- attempt to distract from his ethical By PAUL J. PEYTON knew what they were doing in Eliza- las Scutari (D-Linden), chairman of lapses and grab the attention of right- Specially for The Westfield Leader and The Times beth. I think they knew what they were the Senate Judiciary Committee, has wing pundits who share a disdain for ELIZABETH — Union County has doing in Westfield, those Democrats joined Senate President Stephen the court.” cancelled an agreement to purchase a who voted with us and those Demo- Sweeney in seeking the resignation “This is an act of true arrogance. Cranford home that abuts Nomahegan crats who voted with us in Summit, in of New Jersey Supreme Court Asso- He is making an absolute mockery of Park after the seller’s bank wanted a New Providence. I think they clearly ciate Justice Roberto A. Rivera-Soto. the judiciary, and is clearly no longer higher purchase price. The county saw that the Republican Party has cho- Senator Scutari’s statement follows fit to serve on the court. He should had come to an agreement to pur- sen the very wealthy…over those [who comments by Justice Rivera-Soto that immediately step down,” Mr. Scutari chase the half-acre lot at 112 Park have] struggled,” the mayor said. he will abstain from cases before the said. Drive for $495,000 this past spring. The board approved a resolution to court as long as a temporary judge, According to The New York Times, At last Wednesday’s freeholder enter into a “use and maintenance Chief Appellate Judge Edwin Stern, an advisory panel found in 2007 that meeting, County Manager George agreement” with Scotch Plains for the is serving on the court. Chief Justice Justice Rivera-Soto violated judicial Devanney said the county “offered Ponderosa Farm Park development Stuart Rabner appointed Justice Stern rules when he interceded in a dispute what we believed to be fair market project. According to Victoria Durbin after Senator Sweeney refused to hold between his son and a high school value.” He said the bank did not indi- Drake, the administrator of the hearings for any of Governor Chris football teammate. The court deter- cate how much more it wanted for the county’s Open Space, Recreation and Christie’s appointments after the gov- mined the judge handed out business property. Historic Preservation Trust Fund, the ernor opted not to reappoint Justice cards listing his position to a police “It just came to the [price] of the county would design the park, which Thomas Fortunato for The Westfield Leader and The Times John Wallace. official investigating the matter and MERRY CHRISTMAS...Santa Claus, portrayed by Matt Costello, and Children’s property. It had nothing to do with will include two soccer fields, a play- “Justice Rivera-Soto’s outright re- called the prosecutor, assignment Specialized Hospital (CSH) Chief Executive Officer Amy Mansue, dressed as whether or not it was valuable to our ground, water park, restrooms and fusal to perform his judicial duties judge and another judge. “Holly the Elf,” meet Kaia Foddrell of Orange during the CSH Daycare Center’s park system,” he said. “We thought walking trails. “They (Scotch Plains) demonstrates a complete disregard Justice Rivera-Soto was nominated Christmas Party last week in Roselle Park. the property would be an asset to our will maintain the property once it is for the position he holds and for the by Governor James McGreevey and parks system.” completed,” she said. residents of this state,” Mr. Scutari was sworn in in 2004. Justices come As previously reported by The The county purchased the 23-acre said. “The timing of his move is sus- up for reappointment seven years af- CSH Holds Christmas Party Westfield Leader and The Times, the property in 2003 for $10 million from pect. With his reappointment after ter their initial appointment and serve property was purchased by Robert Norman “Dutch” Seville. It was origi- seven years on the court around the until the state’s mandatory retirement and Diane Rebimbas in 2006 for nally going to be a children’s petting corner, this smacks of a desperate age of 70. For Kids at Daycare Center $875,000. A total of $11,458 in taxes zoo, but that proposal drew strong By THOMAS FORTUNATO donors who help keep the daycare was paid on the property last year. opposition from residents and the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times facility operating. The county had intended to close township. She said the cost of the Christie Vetoes Racing ROSELLE PARK — The Mr. Costello and Ms. Jester, who off the end of Park Drive and extend project would not be known until it Children’s Specialized Hospital have volunteered their time and ef- the park so that bikers, joggers and goes out to bid. (CSH), an affiliate of the Robert forts at the daycare center for many walkers no longer have to enter the The board also approved a resolu- Schedules at N.J. Tracks Wood Johnson Health System, years now, were presented with roadway before reentering the tion consenting to the issuance of TRENTON – Governor Chris his administration is considering staged a small Christmas celebra- awards “in recognition of [their] Nomahegan Park. recovery zone facility bonds by the Christie has vetoed the New Jersey scaled-down race meets among pos- tion on Friday for children in the compassion and commitment to [the] The freeholders also approved a Union County Improvement Author- Racing Commission’s establishment sible solutions for making the horse care of the hospital’s Pediatric Medi- babies,” as was inscribed. resolution to officially cancel an ity for the Wakefern warehouse-ex- of a full standardbred and thorough- racing industry self-sustaining. He cal Day Care Program in Roselle “We take a lot of pride in not agreement with New Providence to pansion project in Elizabeth. The to- bred racing schedule for Monmouth said the veto was necessary, pending Park. taking anything for any of this, and take over ownership of Oakwood tal of the bonds has been increased by Park and the Meadowlands. The gov- a legislative resolution on horse-rac- The daycare provided is designed this [award] means a lot,” Mr. Park. The resolution follows the de- $25 million to $44.5 million to fi- ernor cited his administration’s ef- ing recommendations and solutions. for children up to age 5 living with Costello remarked, and then jok- feat by borough voters of a referen- nance the project. The additional forts to end annual taxpayer subsi- “While the recommendation is be- complicated and advanced medical ingly added, “of course, I do have a dum in November asking residents to funding, officials said, became avail- dies for the New Jersey horse-racing ing reviewed, it would be inappro- conditions requiring intensive skilled tip jar out back!” approve the transaction. In return, the able from the state for economic de- industry and make it self-sustain- priate to approve the NJSEA’s re- nursing care such as Ajahnae Gra- Ms. Jester continued Mr. county had agreed to finance a $3.5- velopment projects. ing. quest to race 141 thoroughbred races ham of East Orange and Kaia Costello’s levity, jesting (pun in- million sports complex, including two The board also passed, on first read- “The racing commission’s action dates at Monmouth Park and 141 Foddrell of Orange. Ajahnae suffers tended), “I just want a Lexus.” football/soccer fields, two baseball ing, an ordinance to issue $43.9 mil- at its November 10 meeting estab- Standardbred races dates at the from dysphagia, a congenital swal- Dr.Sharon Burke, director of the diamonds and a 50-car parking area. lion in bonds for capital purchases, lishing a full race schedule for 2011 Meadowlands Racetrack particularly lowing disorder requiring her to use infant rehabilitation program, said In other business, the board passed including $9.3 million for a new club- conflicts with the primary recom- in light of the taxpayer subsidies a feeding tube. Kaia suffers from she, along with Amy Mansue, presi- a resolution supporting a petition house at Galloping Hill Golf Course mendation contained in a supple- required to sustain such a lengthy Denys–Drash syndrome and recently dent and chief executive officer of seeking an apology from county Re- in Kenilworth and $3.6 million for mental report under review by the race calendar,” Governor Christie received a kidney transplant from CSH, and Phil Salerno, president of publican candidates regarding elec- synthetic-turf athletic fields, as well administration to substantially re- said in his veto letter. her mother. the Foundation, said they were ap- tion-night comments attributed to as for the dredging of ponds at Meisel, duce the number of live racing days “An appropriate solution for the Because of these girls’ conditions, preciative of the donations from the them in a Leader/ Times article pub- Briant, Rahway and Nomahegan at Monmouth Park and the Mead- state-owned racetracks, which does regular daycare centers are not local community, which will go to- lished on November 4. lakes and/or ponds. owlands Racetrack for next year,” not unduly burden the taxpayers of equipped to adequately take care of wards the purchase of equipment “I don’t know what you guys are During the public-comment sec- according a press release from the this state, must be reached before a them. The CSH makes it possible for such as strollers, car seats and other doing here,” Garwood resident Bruce tion of the meeting, Elizabeth resi- governor’s office. “At the Novem- schedule for the 2011 racing season working-class families with disabled items for these children. Paterson said, calling the resolution dent Joseph Doherty said the efforts ber 10 meeting, the Racing Com- can be approved,” the Governor children to keep their kids at a “It is a wonderful feeling to col- “political.” “to replace the ruling party (on Elec- mission approved a request from the wrote. daycare while the parents work, un- laborate with members of the com- Kenilworth resident John Bury said tion day) fell short of the mark.” New Jersey Sports and Exposition til the children are healthy enough munity who understand the chal- the online Apologize Now in Union “Their votes were trumped by party Authority (NJSEA) to establish the See it all on the Web! that they do not require as intensive lenges faced by our children as well County petition is seeking 1,000 sig- loyalists and power brokers, who suc- full race meeting schedule for next day-to-day care. as share the many success stories of natures to be sent to county GOP ceeded in maintaining the status quo,” year.” www.goleader.com Present at the Christmas celebra- these children and their families,” Chairman Phil Morin. “Last [time] I Mr. Doherty said. He said he sup- Governor Chris Christie has said tion were Westfield residents Matt Dr. Burkesaid. looked, there were 56 (as of Decem- ports changing from an at-large board Costello and Amy Jester, dressed CSH is the largest pediatric reha- ber 8),” he said. “I don’t think it is to one in which freeholders would be up as Santa Claus and “Holly the bilitation hospital in the country, with really that serious…It’s a site that voted by districts. Elf,” respectively. Also in atten- inpatient and outpatient programs nobody is going to...I think we have “This would level the playing field Personal Injury Lawyer dance was Westfield Fire Chief Dan for children from birth to 21 years. more important things to focus on.” and allow all areas of the county to Kelly. The Westfield Fire Depart- Freeholder Mohamed Jalloh said have an equal say without being over- ment and the Westfield Knights of www.goleader.com those persons “who don’t think these ruled by [city strongholds], which, in Helping Accident Victims Every Day Columbus are among the list of statements were overt or purposeful, reality, negates all opposition,” Mr. I think it’s because they are not real- Doherty said. izing that this is embedded so deeply in a thought process of the individu- Garwood Sets THE BRAMNICK als [who] made these statements. I urge them to reexamine their think- Reorganization Date LAW FIRM ing because this type of deviousness GARWOOD — The annual Re- is not going to get us anywhere.” organization Meeting of the Mayor Elizabeth Mayor Chris Bollwage and Council of the Borough of said he signed a letter with other Garwood for 2011 will be held on officials seeking an apology because, Sunday, January 2, at 3 p.m., in the “I thought it (comments attributed to Council Chambers at the Municipal Joe GOP candidates) was political. And Building, located at 403 South Av- as the mayor, I am a politician…And enue. The public is encouraged to my answer was political.” attend. For information, call (908) knows “I think they (Democratic voters) 789-0710.

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Card Page 4 Thursday, December 16, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains–Fanwood Letters to the Editor Times Since 1959 — Established 1890 — DD Legal Newspaper for the Town of Westfield, Legal Newspaper for the Borough of Fanwood Open Your Hearts And Your Wallets DTM Boroughs of Mountainside and Garwood And the Township of Scotch Plains D Diction Deception And the County of Union, NJ. Members of: To Help Those Less Fortunate Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce At this special time of the year, most of Our agency services are designed for with four definitions – only one is correct. Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association us can count our blessings and join in the Westfielders, but are only made possible The others are made up. Are you sharp holiday cheer. Unfortunately, there are by the contributions of Westfielders. enough to discern this deception of dic- Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey still some among us who are not so blessed During this holiday season, we must there- tion? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 and who have little about which to be fore ask you to open your hearts and your If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 cheerful. It is for those who are less wallets to help us continue to assist those guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 fortunate that the Westfield United Fund who are less fortunate. We invite you to vidual. If you get three – word expert. If exists. become part of Westfield’s caring net- you get all four – You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at The 18 member agencies of the work by contributing to the Westfield free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 Westfield United Fund provide services United Fund Campaign. Your gift will All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. and programs to Westfielders of all ages. enable 18 community agencies to meet come from the board game Diction The programs provided by those agen- the needs of thousands of Westfielders; Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman cies enrich the lives of all those who are your gift will help to make Westfield a Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER served. They give their participants the better place in which to live and to work, 1. Daroo – The Egyptian sycamore Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo opportunity to feel blessed and to be and most importantly, your gift will help 2. Titurate – To grind to a powder or COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION cheerful. As our agency clients have said: those less fortunate than most to enjoy pulverize Michael Pollack Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly “Thank you for helping me feed my this holiday season. 3. Braw – Well-groomed; smart EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS hungry family.” The Westfield United Fund is grateful 4. Tessaradecad – A group of fourteen “Thank you for helping my 15-year- to the many Westfielders who already individuals old daughter stay sober.” have contributed to the 2010 campaign. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe “Thank you for giving my son a safe Those who have not made a donation are GYNECONITIS One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 and nurturing place to go after school, urged to do so today. Your support, no 1. A place or apartment reserve for whileI’m still at work.” matter how small, is important to each women “Thank you for providing my grand- and every resident of Westfield. 2. Inflamation of the uterus mother with a hot meal every day.” From all of us at the Westfield United 3. Having flowers of the female and Westfield Christmas Tree “Thank you for helping me care for my Fund and on behalf of our agencies, we perfect forms growing on the same plant, mother, who has Alzheimer’s.” thank you and wish you a happy, healthy but none of the male “Thank you for taking me to my dialy- and cheerful holiday season. 4. A sense of inferiority in certain sis treatment twice a week.” John Schmidt, Jr. males when in the presence of females Archive Contest Announced “Thank you for providing a tutor to President, Westfield United Fund SAUROPHAGOUS help my child succeed in school.” 1. Resembling or possessing reptilian The Westfield Leader seeks your ticles, pictures and information will characteristics 2. A limestone coffin or tomb, often help in determining how old are the be very much appreciated. The fair- Devil’s Den: Is Catholic Bashing The inscribed and elaborately ornamented majestic Christmas trees on the North minded editorial staff will determine 3. Subsisting on insects, arachnids and and South side train station parking the winner. Send your entry to beetles Last OK Prejudice In This Country? 4. Subsisting on lizards lots. We get queried countless times [email protected]. The contest This is in support of Mr. McDermott’s “poorer’’ districts. If we also choose to ISOPIESTIC as to the age, who, when these trea- closes on January 31, 2011. letter in the December 9 issue [The spend money to send our children to 1. Indicating equal pressure Westfield Leader] protesting the blatant Catholic schools that aren’t located in our 2. Even tempered; agreeable sures were planted for all to enjoy. It might be possible to find this bias against Catholic schools of Bruce town, so what? 3. In botany, uniform in diameter; said For the first person to provide ac- information by searching the 100 Johnson, writer of the Devil’s Den col- There is a double standard here that of cells or organs curate information as to the origin of years of archives online of The umn. A few years ago, I wrote in about a The Leader needs to address. A few years 4. Of equal inclination or dip similar column in which Johnson blasted ago, a young woman who wrote a weekly KOPJE these wonders, The Westfield Leader/ Westfield Leader – at goleader.com. by name St Joseph’s in Metuchen and column in the second section (I think it 1. A mangy, scabby animal Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times will Have fun. Central Catholic — all the way out in was Pen and Ink), wrote something that 2. A surplus in supplies, materials, etc. donate $100 to the ‘Charity of Your “Merry Christmas To All and to All Pittsburgh, Pa. offended a section of The Leader’s read- 3. A hill with a steep side and a flat top Just what is Johnson’s problem with ership. She wasn’t given a second chance 4. A small channel or watercourse Choice’ this Christmas Season. Ar- a Good Night!” Catholic schools? With all the money – she was gone from the staff. poured into sports programs at so many So why is Johnson allowed to continue See more letters on page 5 public schools, what’s his beef? There is his personal crusade and bias? Is it be- too much confusion about a quality edu- cause Catholic bashing appears to be the Letters to cation, i.e., excellent curriculum and ex- last OK prejudice in this country? If he Government Reorganization cellent teachers, with all the ancillary had written similar things about Jewish, the Editor “things” that go into public school bud- Muslim or Black institutions, there would gets. Just look at the ‘Taj Mahal’ schools be an uproar. in California that the rest of us are paying I urge The Leader to tell Johnson to Law Against ‘Head In Meeting Schedules; Get Involved for through federal subsidies to that state. stick to sports reporting, or be gone. We in New Jersey pay sky-high taxes Parking’ in Westfield Is Each year, local governments in the state hold Joe Boscia Mountainside Borough to support our school districts, either di- Westfield Not A ‘Just’ Law rectly, or through state subsidies to reorganization meetings whereby newly elected The Mountainside Borough reorganization meet- This letter was sent to this newspaper officials are sworn into office. Appointments to ing will be Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at 7 p.m. at and the Westfield Chamber of Commerce. town and county positions are also announced, and Superintendents Provide Leadership ***** Borough Hall located at 1385 U.S. Highway 22 East. I am writing to inform you of the the mayors provide a summary of their platforms outdated parking law, which has lead to for the New Year. The schedule for towns in this Town of Westfield To Maintain High District Academics me boycotting Westfield businesses for area is: The Town of Westfield reorganization meeting As schools are forced to cut back on can make a real difference in knowing one year. I do not live near Westfield, but will be Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. at the staff and services, the leadership role of how to reallocate staff and programs. Our I occasionally shop in town. On Novem- Cranford Township the chief education officer becomes more role as educational leaders is to provide a ber 24, I was given a parking ticket in the Municipal Building located at 425 East Broad Street. The Cranford Township Committee reorganiza- important than ever. clear sense of direction and take the school municipal parking lot behind East Broad County of Union Superintendents are critical to reallo- system through tough times so that stu- Street for “head-in parking.” While I was tion meeting will be Saturday, January 1, 2011 at 1 cating staff and programs to ensure that dents emerge with a solid education. parking, a Westfield police officer p.m. at the Council Chambers located at 8 Spring- The County of Union Reorganization meeting will schools run smoothly and comply with There is no end in sight for budgetary watched me park and he did not say that field Avenue. be Sunday, January 9, 2011 at noon at the Union state and federal mandates. cuts. With a 2 percent cap on property tax I could not park the way I was parking. I County Courthouse located at 2 Broad Street, Eliza- In the shadow of reduced state funding, revenues for schools and the likelihood went to the machine, paid for my parking, Scotch Plains Township schools across the state must constantly of reduced state funding continuing into and the officer was still near my car when beth. redefine their financial priorities, cutting next year, schools must continue to re- I placed my parking receipt on my dash- The Scotch Plains Township Council reorganiza- back on extracurricular programs, teach- evaluate priorities. board. I returned five minutes later from tion meeting will be Saturday, January 1, 2011 at 1 Get Involved ers and support staff while motivating Community involvement will be more the Omaha Steaks store to learn that I had p.m. at the Municipal Building located at 430 Park We urge everyone to make a pledge for the coming remaining staff to do more. For example, important than ever as new budgets are been given a ticket for “head-in parking.” year to get involved in their local governments and guidance counselors are now responsible prepared during the months ahead for the While it is clear that the law against Avenue. for a longer list of students. In many next school year. “head-in parking” is not a just law, and Clark Township school boards. You can make a difference. cases, schools also have eliminated School New Jersey’s superintendents provide probably wouldn’t survive a legal chal- There are many contributions one can make by Resource Officers (SRO), police officers the leadership required to maintain the lenge, I do not have the time to challenge The Clark Township Council Reorganization meet- serving on a committee, volunteering and support- assigned to schools to provide a safer high academic standards and success rates the law. I will, however, not return to ing will be Saturday, January 1, 2011 at noon at the environment. to which the children and parents in our shop in Westfield for one year. It seems ing local activities. There are many needs for citi- When budgets force cutbacks, the de- state have grown accustomed, students apparent that the officer who gave me the Council Chambers located at 315 Westfield Avenue. zens to serve as watchdogs or to question why things mand for services doesn’t stop, for ex- should not suffer just because money is ticket was not interested in anything other Garwood Borough are as they are. Every role serves a vital purpose in ample, schools still need to create a safe tight. than raising revenue for the Town of environment even without SROs, espe- Westfield. If the issue was that cars should The Garwood Borough reorganization meeting keeping our Democracy strong. Richard G. Bozza, Ed.D cially in light of the recently passed leg- New Jersey Association of School not park head in, the officer could have will be Saturday, January 1, 2011 at 3 p.m. at Elected officials also need the involvement of the islation the “Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights.” Administrators told me so while I was parking. He was Borough Hall located at 403 South Avenue. citizens to help them stay in the right direction, That’s where the chief education officer close enough to do so. Sincerely, a former customer. Fanwood Borough receive support to counter pressures of special inter- WHS Student Offers Views on P.S. Multiple studies have proven that The Fanwood Borough reorganization meeting est groups and to provide them with perspective. backing into a parking spot is safer than Does the real power in the state and towns reside parking “head-in,” as required in will be Sunday, January 2, 2011 at noon at Borough Superintendent Salary Controversy Westfield. It is the sole reason I always Hall located at 75 North Martine Avenue. in the hands of local school boards of education? back into parking spots. Westfield’s law As the Westfield Board of Education a school district. promotes less safety. Westfield could be (BOE) and Trenton duel it out in the latest The BOE must also acknowledge that, opening itself up to lawsuits due to this round of “Who has the Final Say in Su- unfortunately, some contract negotiations unjust law. perintendent Contracts?,” I cannot help do not work out. In that event, the BOE but draw parallels to the BOE’s negotia- must accept the fact that Dr. Dolan, like John Russo tions with the Westfield Education Asso- most district employees, is replaceable. Millington ciation (WEA) in the spring. In both in- Once again, I would like to emphasize stances, the BOE blatantly defied instruc- the fact that I am not calling for the tions from Trenton to implement pay dismissal of Dr. Dolan, but simply an Commentary freezes and salary caps. appropriate contract agreement to be Despite failing to adopt pay freezes reached. A salary that is “within a few this past spring, the BOE made sure to dollars” of a maximum salary range is sharply criticize Trenton after a drastic simply unacceptable. I propose that Dr. Why Is N.J. Connecting reduction in state aid. While the BOE Dolan be offered a contract with a base Affordable Housing continues to whine about policy from salary of $170,000, as stipulated by the Trenton, they fail to implement vital cost state. Furthermore, I propose that merit With School Lunches? saving initiatives, such as salary caps. It is incentives must be earned by accom- actions like this that lead to me question plishing certain achievements for the dis- This week the State Legislature whether the BOE is acting in the interest trict, such as meeting standardized test passed a bill presented by Assembly- of the constituents served by the district, benchmarks. A specific compensation man Jerry Green of Plainfield or its employees. The BOE’s persistent schedule for these incentives can be ne- whereby COAH (Council on Afford- stance in Dr. Dolan’s contract negotia- gotiated between Dr. Dolan and the BOE. able Housing) is to be abandoned and tions leads me to conclude the latter. Finally, I would suggest that Dr. replaced by what we label as “Food As a senior at Westfield High School, Dolan’s contract be limited to simply one Stamp Homes.” I greatly value the high quality of educa- year. Engaging in long-term contracts We agree that COAH has been a tion that the Westfield school system has with administrators offers little benefit to scourge in punishing progress, though provided me throughout my educational the district; these agreements only lock- career. I also would like to note that I view in salaries for the benefit of employees perhaps well intended to help in cre- Dr. Dolan’s performance as superinten- and limit the district’s flexibility at a later ating affordable housing. dent favorably and support the decision date. Assemblyman Green apparently of the BOE to renew her contract. It pains me every April when I hear of believes that tying affordable hous- Regardless, I must take into account the many teaching positions and services ing development in an inverse ratio to the economic times that this nation is in that must be cut due to a lack of funding. the amount of children participating and understand that a salary increase, What pains me even more is when I hear in free school lunch programs is the which would eventually place Dr. Dolan’s of potential ways to save money in De- right way to promote progress. Along salary over $200,000, simply cannot be cember. I hope that Dr. Dolan and the with this, he apparently believes that afforded by this district. Both Dr. Dolan BOE understand what Westfield needs. and the BOE bear responsibility in this We need teachers and roof repairs, not a taxing successful development while manner. Dr. Dolan must recognize that superintendent making over $200,000. not taxing those unsuccessful is also during these economic times any salary the right thing. Corey Lipschutz In a press release, the bill is de- Your State Legislators increase, especially in light of the fact she Westfield High School is already making more than the Class of 2011 scribed to “require municipalities with ---LD-21------LD-22--- LD-21 includes Westfield, Mountainside, governor’s proposed cap, is an unreason- less than 20 percent of their children Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Garwood, Summit and Cranford. able financial pressure to be placed upon on free and reduced lunch to ensure 10 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. Deadlines percent of their housing is for low- and Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Union County Freeholders General News - Friday 4pm moderate-income families.” (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 Plainfield, Clark and Linden. 10 Elizabethtown Plaza Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm We wonder why government con- Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207 tinues unsuccessful logic and failed 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. E-mail (908) 527-4000 Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 [email protected] Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm programs. Do those promoting this (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 [email protected] George Devanney, Mgr. hope that if they keep trying this over Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) [email protected] [email protected] To Reach Us and over again that sometime they 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. [email protected] Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. E-Mail - [email protected] will get a different result? Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [email protected] (908) 527-4419 Phone - (908) 232-4407 Is it not now the time for govern- (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] [email protected] For more information, see ment and voters to try mimicking 7th Congressional District Dan Sullivan, Bd. Chair www.goleader.com/help those successful communities hop- Representative Leonard Lance, 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 518-7733 [email protected] ing for similar results? A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, December 16, 2010 Page 5 Superintendent Salary Caps Could Shared Services Consultant Demands Save N.J. Taxpayers $9.8 Million Letters to the Editor Payment From Scotch Plains for Study TRENTON – Governor Chris Christie of Morris and Union counties, respec- This letter was sent to Scotch Plains standing about my participating in the and acting Education Commissioner tively, directed the Parsippany and County Welfare Directors’ Assoc. Mayor and Township Council and copied public forums, please note I had agreed Rochelle Hendricks have said the Westfield Boards of Education to rescind to the newspaper. during the same meeting in March to administration’s new salary caps will have those unapproved contract extensions. ***** participate in two public forums, “pro- an impact by reducing and permanently Ms. Hendricks has directed the execu- Streamlines Food Stamps in State Please reconsider paying the $2,500 vided they took place prior to June 30, capping the pay of more than 360 school tive county superintendents statewide not With economic hard times overwhelm- Food Stamp Program. invoice based upon the following facts: 2010.” These forums were scheduled, superintendents after their current con- to approve any contract extensions for ing individuals and families, unprec- People can now apply for Food Stamps 1. Most Important of All — This is not and postponed or cancelled, twice. When tracts expire, resulting in savings of nearly superintendents whose current contracts edented numbers of our state’s residents online. Interviews are now being con- an amendment to last year’s contract. they were rescheduled for September and $10 million to taxpayers. expire after February 7, 2011 unless they have applied for help from public assis- ducted over the telephone. Office hours That study was completed on time, on November, I voluntarily agreed to par- According to the administration, 80 are consistent with the salary cap that will tance programs operated by New Jersey’s have been expanded. The number of times budget, and our original flat fee was paid ticipate in the September forum, not want- school superintendents are making more take effect on that date. county governments. In just the past three that a customer is required to visit the in full, and that is the end of that 2009 ing to create any issue prior to the No- than $200,000 while the median pay for The caps, based on the number of years, counties have witnessed a 62 per- county agency to determine continued work. vember election. superintendents has risen 46 percent since students in a district, are as follows: up cent increase in the number of Food Stamp eligibility has been reduced. With the 2. Fanwood has agreed to pay their Only after the election was over did I 2001. to 250 students, $125,000; 251-750, recipients. support of the Governor, the New Jersey $2,500, which bolsters our position that indicate I could not participate in a sec- “In these hard economic times, super- $135,000; 751-1,500, $145,000; 1,501- To cope with exploding caseloads, Department of Human Services expanded this is a valid invoice. ond forum. Also note that this second intendent salaries in New Jersey are cost- 3,000, $155,000; 3,001-6,500, county governments have been leading eligibility by increasing the maximum 3. This $2,500 is for work completed in forum was scheduled after the agreed to ing taxpayers more than $100 million per $165,000; 6,501-10,000, $175,000; the way to streamline the Food Stamp income to 185 percent of the state’s pov- 2010, through June 30, 2010, which in- deadline of June 30, 2010. year,” according to a press release from and 10,000 students and over, application process and ensure this im- erty level. cluded extensive consulting time for Based upon all of the above, I respect- the governor’s office. “And some dis- $175,000. Districts over 10,000 can portant safety net can be timely accessed. For certain households there is no longer implementation assistance, including nine fully request that you reconsider your tricts, like Parsippany and Westfield, are apply for a waiver. In partnership with the New Jersey Divi- a burdensome resource examination. A meetings, significant research and analy- decision, and approve payment of this $2, even attempting to circumvent the caps According to salary information pro- sion of Family Development, counties single application for all public assis- sis, preparation for meetings, numerous 500 invoice. Respectfully submitted, by pursuing contract extensions to lock in vided by executive county superinten- have implemented significant changes to tance programs has been developed. memos and telephone responses to in- make efficiency and customer service the These are some of the steps we have Dan Mason these expensive superintendent contracts dents, the caps will result in $9.8 million quiries for additional information from Shared Services Consultant and reject the savings it would bring to in savings as 70 percent of superinten- top priority in the administration of the already successfully put into action. They the two towns, two mayors, SSSC mem- have helped us deliver benefits to eligible Cranford taxpayers for years.” dents currently earn above the proposed **** bers, manager, administrator, and depart- The executive county superintendents salary caps. applicants as quickly as possible. It has ment heads, such as chiefs of police, Objections Noted on been an enormous challenge to handle the CFO, etc. New Law for Glimpse of the Legislature soaring demand for services when aus- 4. A very significant item — (A) In COAH Bill tere budgets have prevented the ability to March, I sent a detailed memorandum Bio-Fuel Purchase Urban Farming Abolish COAH Assemblyman Anthony Bucco (R-25, hire or allocate additional staff. (dated March 17, 2010) explaining this TRENTON – A new law (A-1052) Randolph) issued the following state- County governments across the state matter, indicating clearly that payment requires the state to purchase and use TRENTON – The Assembly Budget Asssemblyman Jerry Green (D-20, are looking for ways to cut costs while must be made or I could not and would biofuels in place of fossil fuels if the cost Committee passed a proposed Urban Plainfield) proposed legislation approved by ment regarding the passage of an afford- able housing bill (S-1/A-3447) in the trying to maintain services to residents not be able to continue doing any more is the same or less, and if the purchase and Farming Bill. A-2859 authorizes the sale the Assembly on Monday, December 13, to: during this difficult economy. Since many consulting work after April 15, 2010. (B) use of biofuels is deemed to be reason- and lease of unneeded public property to Provide a decrease in municipal hous- General Assembly that passed along a party-line vote: people may soon experience the end of The two mayors and the SSSC members able, prudent and cost effective. certain nonprofits for gardening and ur- ing obligations compared to the ones their unemployment benefits, county agreed this $5,000 should be paid (even Assemblywoman Annette Quijano (D- ban farming and exempts such urban required by the Council on Affordable “Based on the bill that was approved today, the residents of New Jersey would agencies are bracing for a new spike in though I requested $10,000 for work Union) stated, “Reducing our fossil-fuel farms from property taxation. Housing (COAH). applications for public assistance pro- through June 30, 2010). I was told an dependence by using more renewable Assemblywoman Annette Quijano Exempt 71 municipalities from hous- have been better served if we stayed with the current affordable housing law. This grams. The fact is more streamlining is effort would also be made to have the resources, such as biofuel has the poten- (LD-20, Union) stated, “The main goal of ing obligations – municipalities that have desperately needed to cope with the num- other $5,000 approved some time in the tial to significantly improve local air qual- the urban farming bill is to encourage the more than 50 percent of their children legislation does nothing to help munici- palities, and does more harm than good. ber of applicants and customers. future. (C) Based upon that assurance of ity, reduce the state’s dependence on for- creation of urban gardens that will ben- participating in free or reduced school The 21 members of the County Wel- payment, I continued working past the eign oil and reduce statewide greenhouse efit the community and provide fresh, lunch programs. “Eliminating the Council on Afford- able Housing is a small part of the policy fare Directors Association of New Jersey April 15, 2010 date. (D) Not until some gas emissions.” healthy produce where it is not readily Require municipalities with 20 to 50 have provided a series of recommenda- time in June 2010 was I informed that “It’s in everyone’s best interest for the accessible. It is especially important dur- percent of their children on free and reduce changes that need to be made in order to address the housing issue. The high zon- tions to policy makers. Unfortunately, Scotch Plains had not approved this pay- state, when it makes sense to do so, to ing these difficult times, when food shel- lunch to ensure 8 percent of their housing Food Stamps is a federal program with ment. (F) This is completely unfair, as I advance biofuel technologies by fostering ters are overburdened with an influx of is for low- and moderate-income families. ing density requirement will force an unwanted change on the landscape of a limited flexibility. Rest assured, we will hope you will agree based upon the above, the production and purchase of biofuels,” underprivileged residents who desper- Require municipalities with less than continue to fight for common-sense pro- well-known facts. said Asm. Joe Cryan (D-Union). ately need a helping hand. Too often, 20 percent of their children on free and town and will result in infrastructure costs that taxpayers cannot absorb. The pro- gram improvements. We appreciate the 5. Finally, to clear up any misunder- GOLEADER.COM municipalities accumulate older vacant reduced lunch to ensure 10 percent of public’s support and patience as we con- lots, which they cannot sell, and so they their housing is for low- and moderate- posed fee on residential developments does not foster economic development, tinue to develop and propose new meth- remain unused and uncultivated. Current income families. ods and innovations to deliver timely Your Hometown Used Car Dealer law allows for the lease of these munici- Eliminate the 2.5 percent fee on com- which the Democrats have said should be a focus of the Legislature. Instead of service during these extremely challeng- pal-owned lots for non-profit use, how- mercial development. ing times. ever, provisions set forth in this bill will Subject residential development that working towards making New Jersey a Westfield now allow these lots to be sold for the does not include low-income housing to more affordable place to live and work, Dan Boas, President purpose of urban farming.” a 1.5 percent development fee. this legislation achieves the exact oppo- Cty Welfare Directors Assoc. of N.J. Asm. Green said, “We’re giving mu- site.” Mount Holly “Experts In Special Order” Extend Your nicipalities clear and realistic standards Holiday Greeting and relief to those that already have a Need a special car? healthy housing mix. This is a smarter We’ll find it! approach that will mean a better New See goleader.com/ Jersey for residents and businesses alike.” christmas/greeting Asm. Green chairs the Assembly Hous- ing and Local Government Committee. Ristorante

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Refer to our Certificate of Deposit disclosure for other terms and conditions. Page 6 Thursday, December 16, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Trinity Invites All Saturday POLICE BLOTTER To ‘Poe For the Holidays’ CRANFORD – The Trinity Epis- cation and patient services. The mis- Westfield and charged with obstruction of copal Church and Strike Line Media sion of the LLS is to cure leukemia, Saturday, December 4, Alfie T. justice after a motor vehicle stop, will present The Whistling Room: lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and Spooner, 37, of Westfield was ar- at which time he allegedly gave the Cabaret For A Cause this Saturday, myeloma, and to improve the qual- rested at North Plainfield police officer a false name. He was trans- December 18, at 8 ity of life of patients and headquarters on an outstanding ported to police headquarters, pro- p.m. Entitled “Poe for their families. Westfield traffic warrant in the cessed and released. the Holidays,” the pro- Mr. James incorpo- amount of $805. He also was pro- Saturday, December 11, Daniel gram will be held in rates folk, pop/rock and cessed on an outstanding Plainfield Furnari, 23, of Scotch Plains was the church’s dark cabaret into a mu- traffic warrant in the amount of arrested and charged with posses- Witherington Hall, lo- sical genre of his own. $250. Spooner was unable to post sion of suspected marijuana after cated at the corner of The evening will feature bail and was committed to the an officer on routine patrol ob- North and Forest Av- Poe readings by famil- Union County jail. served Furnari sitting in his ve- enues in Cranford. iar faces from Trinity’s Monday, December 6, Tedwick hicle in the early morning hours. Cranford singer/ own Driftwood Players. Theodore, 26, of Scotch Plains was According to police, upon ap- songwriter Shayfer All ages are welcome arrested at the New Jersey State proaching the vehicle, the officer James, following an and free snacks will be Police Barracks in Newark on an could smell the strong odor of burnt extensive perfor- available. Admission outstanding Westfield traffic war- marijuana. Furnari was placed un- mance schedule will be $5. rant. He was transported to der arrest, transported to police across the northeast, The Trinity Episcopal OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS…In the tradition of the holidays, the Down- Westfield police headquarters, pro- headquarters, processed and re- will return to host the Shayfer James Church recently de- town Westfield Corporation is sponsoring the “Dickens” inspired Yuletide cessed and released after posting leased. event. Actors, ac- buted its new church Carolers, who will stroll through downtown Westfield again this Saturday, $114 bail. Mountainside tresses, literati and poets from building following a $2-million December 18, from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 7, Robert E. Thursday, December 9, an indi- throughout New Jersey will read renovation project and in January Berk, 54, of Fanwood was arrested vidual came into police headquar- select works by Edgar Allen Poe will open the Trinity Episcopal Day Borough Historical Society and charged with driving while in- ters to report he was working at a alongside Mr. James’ live music School for children ages 2½ to 6. toxicated (DWI) following a mo- business on Sheffield Street, at performance and special musical For more information about Trin- tor vehicle accident investigation which time he placed his cell phone guest Double Breasted. ity, call (908) 276-4047 or visit Offers Gifts and Activities on the 900 block of West North on a cart in order to record some Partial proceeds from the event trinitycranford.org. Information on Avenue. He was released to a re- number. According to police, when will go to the Leukemia and Lym- the performers for the event Satur- KENILWORTH – A commemo- and James Arthur residence (circa sponsible adult. he returned approximately 30 sec- phoma Society (LLS), a voluntary day is available at shayferjames.com, rative coverlet (throw) featuring 1910). The cost is $60. Wednesday, December 8, Rob- onds later, the phone was missing. health organization dedicated to doublebreastedmusic.com/ and many of Kenilworth’s prominent The “Kenilworth Heritage Walk- ert Evers, 75, of Cranford was ar- A delivery man, described as a tall, funding blood cancer research, edu- thewhistlingroom.com. historic sites; a commemorative en- way” offers residents, businesses, or- rested at his residence and charged black male, wearing a dark blue graved paver in the “Kenilworth ganizations and others an opportu- with DWI and with leaving the jacket and pants, was seen in the Heritage Walkway” at the Oswald J. nity to preserve their names in en- scene of an accident. According to vicinity at the time when the phone Nitschke House, and a gift certifi- graved brick pavers leading to the police, no injuries were reported went missing, but left the scene cate for a paver or for any 2011 entrances of the historic Nitschke as a result of the two-car accident, before the victim noticed the phone Kenilworth Historical Society event House. The cost of an engraved, six- which occurred at North and Cen- was missing, authorities reported. are available from the Kenilworth inch-by-nine-inch paver is $100. tral Avenues. Evers was arrested a The phone is described as a black, Historical Society for holiday gift- Paver gift certificates also are avail- short time later and subsequently T-Mobile My Touch 4G, valued at giving needs. able. Each gift certificate comes with released to a responsible adult. approximately $500, police said. Proceeds will benefit the historical a note card describing the Nitschke Friday, December 10, Shaun C. Friday, December 10, an em- society’s ongoing project to restore House/Kenilworth Heritage Walkway Scott, 24, of Westfield was arrested ployee of a Globe Avenue business the 19th-century Nitschke House and and an order form to be completed by on outstanding warrants from Long reported that, on two separate oc- transform it into a “living history” the gift certificate recipient. Order Branch, for $750, and Watchung, casions, she was made aware of museum and cultural arts center. forms for pavers and gift certificates for $500, following an investiga- someone presenting a check en- The Kenilworth Commemorative are available at the Kenilworth Bor- tion on the 100 block of Elm Street. dorsed by her company being used Coverlet features a 48-inch by 68- ough Clerk’s Office at Borough Hall, Scott was unable to post bail and in a fraudulent manner. The checks inch colored woven design that was the Kenilworth Public Library and was released to the Long Branch have the company name and ad- created in honor of Kenilworth’s Especially Yours Florist, located at Police Department. dress on them but do not resemble 2007 Centennial Celebration. It bears 13 North 20th Street in Kenilworth. Sunday, December 12, Ahjahnia the company’s actual check, po- the borough’s official centennial logo Gift certificates also are available Hall, 33, of Philadelphia, Pa. was lice reported. and highlights such familiar sites as for 2011 Kenilworth Historical Soci- arrested at the Middlesex County Friday, December 10, Andrew V. the Kenilworth Municipal Building ety bus trips and other events. Thus jail on an active Westfield traffic Chretien, 23, of Mountainside was (1962); Sayre-Shallcross House; far, the organization has planned a warrant in the amount of $500. She arrested following a motor vehicle DISTRICT GOVERNOR VISITS…Rotary District Governor Ahmed Azmy Kenilworth Boulevard and trolley Saturday, February 26 bus trip to was transported to Westfield po- accident on Route 22 at New Provi- addressed the Rotary Club of Westfield November 30, where he encouraged (early 1900s); New York and New Mohegan Sun Casino in Uncasville, lice headquarters and processed. dence Road on an outstanding war- growth through increased membership, activities, publicity, service projects to Orange Railroad Station (circa Conn. ($49 per person) and a Thurs- Hall was unable to post bail and rant out of Fanwood. He was trans- help local communities and promotion of international understanding and peace. 1903); Upsala College (circa 1898); day, April 14 bus trip to Rockvale committed to the Union County ported to police headquarters, pro- Pictured, from left to right, are: Past District Governor Dr. Michael Hart, McKinley School (circa 1903); Shopping Outlets in Lancaster, Pa. jail pending a court appearance in cessed and released. Westfield Rotary Club President Ray Kostyack, Mr. Azmy and Assistant District Kenilworth Public Library (circa ($39 per person.) Westfield Municipal Court. Sunday, December 12, Jackson Governor Joe Steiner. 1936); Shallcross Pond (Black Brook For further information, call (908) Scotch Plains L. Pittman, 30, of Plainfield was Park); Kenilworth Police and Fire/ 709-0434, (908) 709-0391 or (908) Monday, December 6, a resident arrested and charged with theft of The Family Law Department of Rescue; Kenilworth Inn (circa 1903) 245-1467. of Tisbury Village reported that services after he allegedly left a she received a telephone call from Route 22 business without paying Dughi & Hewit Presents an individual, claiming to be from for his purchases. According to po- her bank, who requested personal lice, Pittman was found walking information from her. According along Route 22, brought back to to police, the victim became suspi- the restaurant by police and posi- cious and hung up before offering tively identified. He was trans- any information. ported to police headquarters, pro- Monday, December 6, a resident cessed and released. of Front Street reported that some- Monday, December 13, Adriano one removed his unlocked bicycle, Dasilva, 42, of Kearny was arrested valued at approximately $190, on an outstanding Bloomfield war- from the side of his house. rant after a motor vehicle stop on Monday, December 6, a resident Route 22. He was transported to of Cooper Road reported that some- police headquarters, processed and one she met at a party had been released after posting bail. harassing her by sending her ap- Fanwood For All Your Business, Tax proximately 25 text messages. Wednesday, December 8, Tuesday, December 7, a resident Wilfred Villanueva, 21, of & Financial Needs of Radley Road reported that some- Plainfield was arrested following one cloned his phone number and a motor vehicle stop on the 100 made approximately $240 worth block of South Avenue on an out- of unauthorized calls. standing Scotch Plains warrant. He Tuesday, December 7, a resident was transported to police head- Kristin M. Capalbo, Esq., Mario C. Gurrieri, Esq. (Chair), Richard A. Outhwaite, Esq. and Andrew J. Economos, Esq. of Spruce Mill Lane reported that quarters, processed and released. someone has been harassing her Wednesday, December 8, Belkis 4 Lawyers, 4 Levels of Experience, 4 Hourly Rates by calling her and then hanging up Ramirez, 41, of Clifton was ar- without saying anything. rested on an outstanding Hanover All designed to serve your interests in all aspects of divorce Wednesday, December 8, the warrant after a motor vehicle stop including custody, parenting time, relocation, distribution of owner of a Route 22 gas station on Terrill Road. She was trans- assets, alimony, child support, college costs, prenuptial reported that, sometime overnight, ported to police headquarters, pro- agreements, mediation, domestic violence, palimony, post- someone spray painted the back of cessed and released. the building in an act of criminal Friday, December 10, a resident divorce changes in financial circumstances, and civil unions mischief. of Beech Road reported that while Mention this ad to receive a complimentary conference Wednesday, December 8, the he was sleeping, someone threw a Post Master of the Scotch Plains rock through a bedroom window Post Office reported that he re- of his residence. 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For more infor- Internet Lounge of the Westfield The art exhibit and the display cases ber 24, at 5 p.m., the church’s Family mation, call (908) 322-8047 or visit Memorial Library, located at 550 can be viewed anytime the library is Service will be a “Service of Lessons the church website: allsaints-spnj.org. East Broad Street. open: Monday through Thursday, and Carols.” The Christmas Story Entitled “Places: Near and Far,” 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Fridays, 9:30 will be reenacted as Bible readings the exhibit showcases local scenes a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. alternate with traditional Christmas Scariatis Welcome and destinations to which Ms. Rhodes to 5 p.m., and Sundays, 1 to 5 p.m. music, featuring carols for the whole has traveled. Some of her delicate, Individuals who would like to dis- congregation to sing. Shepherds and Son, Jonah Christian watercolor pen-and-ink sketches de- play their artwork and collections at angels, wise men and kings will be James and Lindsay Scariati of pict sites in downtown Westfield, the library are asked to call Jen represented. The Youth Choir will Trumbull, Conn. have announced the Cranford and Summit while others Schulze, head of Adult Services, at lead the congregation in song and birth of their son, Jonah Christian focus on trips to New Hampshire, (908) 789-4090, extension no. 4140. Holy Eucharist will be celebrated. Scariati, on Tuesday, September 28, Fire Island, Rome and Provence. The Festival Service, to be held at 2010, at 2:41 p.m. at Bridgeport Hos- Ms. Rhodes, who majored in art at ‘Celtic Christmas’ 8 p.m. that evening, will include pital in Bridgeport, Conn. Douglass College with a concentra- music from the All Saints’ Choir, a Jonah weighed 8 pounds and 5 tion in printmaking, has been sketch- On Tap Tomorrow sermon by the rector, Holy Eucha- ounces and measured 22 inches in Aaron James Clement and Miss Kelly Amanda Seib ing in ink for most of her life. She WESTFIELD – A Celtic Christ- rist and the singing of “Silent Night” length at birth. took up painting in oil in 2000 and mas Concert will take place tomor- by candlelight. The baby’s maternal grandparents has been working in watercolor pen row, Friday, December 17, from 7:30 Christmas Day will be celebrated are Frank and Sharon Furman of and inks for the past four years. to 10 p.m. in Assembly Hall at The on Saturday, December 25, at 10 a.m. Westerly, R.I. Carl and Marjorie Miss Kelly A. Seib “The immediacy of my watercolor Presbyterian Church in Westfield, with a quiet service of Holy Eucha- Scariati of Westfield are his paternal pen and inks enable me to combine located at 140 Mountain Avenue in rist and a sermon by the rector. grandparents. my love for intricate detail with a Westfield. The All Saints’ Episcopal Church Jonah’s paternal great-grandpar- freer, more gestural feeling,” said Ms. This evening of Christmas and tra- is located at 559 Park Avenue in ents are Edward and Helaine Alan of To Wed Aaron J. Clement Rhodes. “My goal is to capture both ditional Irish music will be geared to Scotch Plains, across from Park Delray Beach, Fla. and Carl and Rose Scott and Susan Seib of Westfield School, the future bridegroom com- the look and feel of a favorite place.” families and individuals of all ages. Middle School. Parking is available Scariati of Lodi. and Point Pleasant Beach, N.J. have pleted his plumbing apprenticeship Ms. Rhodes started showing and Featured will be the musical announced the engagement of their through Middlesex County Vocational selling her work in 2005 when she stylings of Doug Barr (concertina), daughter, Miss Kelly Amanda Seib, to and Technical School. Currently a ser- joined the Contemporary Art Group, Rich Brautigam (tenor banjo and Presbyterian Church Plans Aaron James Clement. He is the son of vice mechanic with Scott Seib Plumb- a group of currently producing art- mandolin), Frank Curran (tin whistle Joseph and Pamela Clement of Holden ing and Heating in Westfield, Mr. ists from Central New Jersey. She and flute), Iris Nevins (Irish harp and Beach, N.C., formerly of Westfield. Clement is working towards his Mas- also has had solo shows in New guitar), Tom Dunne (fiddle and but- Choir Concert and Services The bride-to-be is a 2005 gradu- ter Plumber’s License. York, Massachusetts and in five New ton accordion), Jennifer Mylod (fiddle WESTFIELD – A Chancel Choir Ray Roberts, senior pastor, the ate of Westfield High School and The couple plans a June 2011 wed- Jersey venues. and vocals) and Phil Mylod (uilleann Concert and three services on Chancel Choir will be accompa- has since earned her real estate li- ding in Westfield. Through December, the two dis- pipes, flute and whistle). Christmas Eve will complete the nied by organ, guitar and string cense. She currently is head office play cases, in the front entrance of The price is $10 for individuals holiday season at The Presbyterian quartet under the direction of Jason administrator of RE/MAX Achiev- Mobile Meals Seeks the library and by the New Fiction and $20 for families. Interested per- Church in Westfield. Klein, director of Music. ers in Chatham. section, are housing the snow globe sons are asked to call (908) 654-0200 A holiday tradition, the annual All events will be held in the A 2004 graduate of Westfield High Volunteer Drivers collection of Spencer Beals, a stu- or e-mail [email protected]. Candlelight Carols Service will be historic church sanctuary, located AREA – Mobile Meals, Inc. is in dent at Roosevelt Middle School, held on Sunday, December 19, at 4 at 140 Mountain Avenue in Temple Pray and Play need of volunteer drivers for its local and the “Christmas Cowboy” col- p.m. The Chancel Choir, which leads Westfield. All of these services and routes. A non-profit organization, lection of Bill Masciola, also of #ARINSURANCEWITH the regular Sunday worship services, the concert will be free and open to To Be Held Saturday Mobile Meals delivers meals to the Westfield. will present Conrad Susa’s “Carols the public. For more information FANWOOD – Temple Sholom of elderly and homebound. The snow globes represent loca- and Lullabies,” in addition to tradi- on these or any other events and Fanwood/Scotch Plains invites fami- Routes are available Monday tions from around the United States 0%23/.!, tional holiday classics. Joining the services during the Christmas sea- lies with children ages 4 and under to a through Friday between 10:30 a.m. and the world. Among the collection Chancel Choir will be congregational son, call the church office at (908) Shabbat Pray and Play event this Satur- and noon. The towns include are tiny recreations of the Eiffel 3%26)#% singing led by organ, oboe and harp. 233-0301 or visit the church day, December 18, featuring music, Cranford, Clark and Westfield. Inter- Tower of Paris, onion domed build- .OEXTRACHARGE On Thursday, December 24, three website: westfieldpc.org. maracas, puppets and parachutes. ested persons are asked to call Ed ings from Moscow and the Capitol Christmas Eve services will be held, The 30-minute interactive service, Murphy at (908) 233-1581. building in Washington, D.C. !T3TATE&ARM®YOUGETACOMPETITIVE beginning with the Family Worship led by Student Cantor Vicky Glikin, RATEANDANAGENTDEDICATEDTO Oasis to Continue HELPINGYOUGETTHECOVERAGETHATS Service at 5 p.m. featuring the chil- will begin at 10 a.m. and will be Join Us This Holiday Season... RIGHTFORYOU#ONTACTMETODAY dren as actors recreating the nativ- ‘Simply Christmas’ followed by a free bagel brunch in ity scene in Bethlehem. MOUNTAINSIDE – Oasis- the temple playroom. Older siblings Sunday, December19, 10:15 At the 8 and 11 p.m. Candlelight Church-NJ.com will continue its are welcome. Services, led by the Reverend Dr. “Simply Christmas” series this Sun- “This isn’t your ordinary children’s day, December 19, by taking a deeper service,” said Temple Sholom Direc- Children¬s Christmas Pageant Volunteers Are Sought look at some of the main characters in tor of Education Michelle Shapiro the Christmas story and exploring Abraham, who came up with the idea For Tax Preparation how God desires to lift people’s spir- for an interactive Shabbat program Christine Cosenza, Agent Friday, December 24, 7:30pm 2 Elm Street AREA – RSVP of Union County is its not just during Advent/Christmas when her own very active children Westfield, NJ 07090-2148 recruiting volunteers to assist low- but throughout their lives. were in preschool. Bus: 908-233-9100 income, disabled and elderly resi- To highlight this theme, Oasis will “It’s like where Shabbat meets Traditional Christmas Eve www.christinecosenza.net dents with their upcoming Federal use some favorite seasonal Christmas Gymboree. The kids are encouraged and State tax preparation. movies and shows as touch points. to jump up, dance, sing and play along.” Candlelight Service of readings and carols RSVP will offer free training ses- Oasis meets on Sundays at 11 a.m. at Temple Sholom is located within sions conducted by IRS and New 1180 Spruce Drive in Mountainside. the Fanwood Presbyterian Church, at (w/ music for meditation at 7) Jersey State tax experts for four days Oasis partners with multiple chari- the corner of Martine and LaGrande in January. Individuals will be paired table organizations in the area that Avenues in Fanwood. Its chapel is with more experienced tax counse- help the poor and less fortunate. Dur- around the corner off Marian Avenue. 170 Elm Street 908-233-2278 ,)+%!'//$.%)'("/2 lors and will only need to volunteer a ing the next few weeks, attendees are Attendees are asked to enter through 34!4%&!2-)34(%2%® couple of hours a week from Febru- asked to bring along to church non- the door on Marian Avenue marked ary to April 2011. Interested persons perishable food items that can be dis- “Temple Sholom.” For more informa- 3TATE&ARM-UTUAL!UTOMOBILE)NSURANCE#OMPANY 3TATE&ARM)NDEMNITY#OMPANYs"LOOMINGTON ), are asked to call Debra at (908) 354- tributed to those in need. There will be tion, call (908) 889-4900, e-mail 0 STATEFARMCOMš 3040, extension no. 369. collection points near the welcome [email protected] or visit table at the back of the church. sholomnj.org. LOOK WHO’S 40! Celebrate Christmas

FESTIVAL OF ADVENT LESSONS & CAROLS Sunday, December 19 at 10:00 A.M. Works of Poston, Webster, Nestor, Handel & Schubert.

FAMILY EUCHARIST & CHRISTMAS PAGEANT Happy Birthday, Friday, December 24 at 4:00 P.M. Fred SERVICE WITH A SMILE…Founded in 1941, Mobile Meals of Westfield currently provides hot meals five days a week to its 65 homebound clients. Even with St. Paul’s Primary & Junior Choirs with the help of over 60 volunteers who shop, pack and deliver meals, cost Love, increases will necessitate a price rise in January. Contributions from the Westfield United Fund help offset the overall cost of programs run by Mobile Meals and 18 Mom & Dad other social services agencies serving the Westfield community. To make a year- CHRISTMAS EVE CHORAL EUCHARIST end gift to the annual campaign, visit westfieldunitedfund.org. Pictured, a volunteer readies meals for delivery. Friday, December 24 at 10:00 P.M. Carol Sing at 9:45 P.M. with St. Paul’s Treble & Parish Choirs Brass Quintet & Percussion Works of Sweelinck, Schubert & Nestor

CHRISTMAS DAY EUCHARIST Saturday, December 25 at 10:00 A.M. It’s a Wrap. In a Snap. with Homily & Carols Need the perfect present for someone who loves Westfield? Someone who probably doesn’t need another gadget, sweater, or fruitcake? The Rev’d Andrew C. Hamersley, rector The Rev’d Susan R. Ironside, curate Give the gift that warms the hearts of our entire community: Charles M. Banks, director of music & organist A donation to the Westfield United Fund! Simply send us the person’s name, and we will take care of the rest. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church • We’ll send your recipient a thank you on behalf of the 18 local agencies that help 414 East Broad Street in Westfield our most vulnerable neighbors, (across from Town Hall) • We’ll send you an acknowledgment of your 100% tax deductible donation. Information: 908-232-8506, EXT. 10 or www.stpaulswestfield.org Email [email protected] or call 908-233-2113

Best wishes for a happy and healthy 2011 Your gift goes far, but not far away. at St. Paul’s Page 8 Thursday, December 16, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Dr. Mira Stotland Joins Team Local Attorney Douglas Pine At Advanced Dermatology Will Address Adoption Issues MOUNTAINSIDE — Local resi- very stressful to watch such scenarios WESTFIELD – Advanced Derma- is a board certified dermatologist and dent, attorney Douglas M. Pine, is on a regular basis. There are very few tology, Mohs and Laser Surgery Cen- fellowship trained Mohs Surgeon who scheduled to speak in the coming segments of the legal profession ter is pleased to announce the arrival specializes in the removal of skin months throughout New Jersey on, where people are actually happy when of Dr. Mira Stotland. Dr Stotland is a cancer, plastic reconstructions, der- “Adoption: The Legal Process,” be- a case is over. Adoption is one of board certified dermatologist who matologic surgery, laser procedures ginning with a talk at 7 p.m. Tuesday, them. Now when I see a client crying, specializes in general dermatology and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. January 11, at Camden County Divi- it cheers me to know that their tears for adults and children, skin cancer McFalls is a board certified derma- sion of Youth and Family Services are from joy, not sadness.” and cosmetic dermatology. She has tologist specializing in general der- (DYFS), 4 Echelon Plaza, 201 Laurel About the first steps in finding an received extensive matology for Road, Voorhees. adoption attorney, he said, “The adop- training in laser adults and adoles- A Union County stop is on Pine’s tion attorney that someone decides to treatments for hair cents. Rachel schedule for 6 p.m. Thursday, March hire should be the one who makes removal, acne and Cittone, P.A.-C is 24, at the Plainfield YMCA, 518 them feel most comfortable and con- scars, chemical a certified Physi- Watchung Ave. fident. peels, Botox treat- cian Assistant who Pine will conduct additional pro “If someone is adopting through a ments and filler specializes in der- Union County’s biggest mattress bono informational sessions in eight licensed adoption agency or a foster injections includ- matology. more counties through April 2011 care agency, that agency may provide ing Restylane and Advanced Der- under the auspices of Foster and a list of attorneys who have worked Juvederm. matology, Mohs Size Doesn’t Matter When Adoptive Family Services (FAFS), a with the agency in the past. You do After complet- and Laser Surgery non-profit agency based in not need to use one of the adoption ing her under- Center is a com- Monmouth Junction and with chap- attorneys that the agency suggests, graduate educa- prehensive derma- Meeting Mattress Needs ters in each New Jersey county. For a but it is often a good place to start. tion at the Univer- tology center pro- full listing of Pine’s talks, visit “If you know other adoptive par- sity of Pennsylva- viding patients FANWOOD – The Mattress Fac- Mattress Factory can custom-build a www.douglasPine.com ents, you can ask them nia, Dr. Stotland with a wide range tory has been building and selling mattress for you at a price much less The target audience for recommendations. graduated summa of medical and mattresses in your community for than that of the national name brands. for these talks are You also can contact lo- cum laude from cosmetic services. over 30 years. They build their inner Over the years, they have built sev- people who are ready cal foster parents’ sup- the State Univer- Apart from skin spring mattresses two sided so they eral round mattresses over seven feet to adopt, foster parents, port groups. If you have sity of New York screenings, gen- can be flipped, and have a wide range in diameter; they have built a variety and others who are con- received satisfactory (SUNY), Down- Mira Stotland eral dermatology of mattresses to meet any support and of custom mattresses for their cus- sidering adoption, in- representation from an state Medical Cen- and surgical der- comfort need you might have. tomers’ best friends, the four-legged cluding relatives of attorney in another field ter, in Brooklyn. She completed her matology, we offer laser treatments But in addition to offering the best ones, and yes, they have even built children in the foster on a previous occasion, internal medicine internship at St. for hair removal, acne, nail fungus, standard mattress for the money, they heart-shaped mattresses. Recently, care system and gay and you may wish to con- Vincent’s Medical Center in New York tattoo removal, spider veins and bro- can provide you with a mattress that they built a mattress for a customer lesbian couples or indi- tact that attorney and and then returned to SUNY Down- ken blood vessels, dark and age spots. is “outside the box,” if that is what that is the size of two king-size beds. viduals. Each session ask for a referral.” state to complete her residency in We perform chemical peels, you need. There is no mattress need So, if you think your request is strange, will end with a Q & A Pine is president of dermatology, where she was named microdermabrasion, Botox and too big or too small for them to handle. no worries, odds are they have heard period. There is no fee the board of trustees of Chief Resident in Dermatology in Dysport and dermal fillers like “We’ve made mattresses of all shapes it, and probably even built it before. to attend and registra- Mountainside resident and Hudson County Court her final year of training. Restylane and Juvederm. and sizes. We build mattresses to fit adoption attorney Douglas Paid Bulletin Board tion is not required. 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Students receiving this Nicole Sforza, Kelsea Siter, Colin Stevenson, honor earned no lower than an A- in all Hailey Tosato, Jordan Tyler subjects in the first marking period. 6th Grade 8th Grade Michael Balmann, Nicholas Brancatella, Emily Allison Alexander, Kyle Bandics, Ryan Bonk, Broda, Veronica Cardiellos, Michelle Cisneros, Connor Briggs, Claire Hulburt, Morgan Kelleher, John Colendenski, Stefano Cotugno, Shannon Michael Kretchman, Avery Lau, Elizabeth Leick, Cunningham, Charles DeAngelis, Katelynn Isha Mehrotra, Shree Mehrotra, Samantha Debbie, Christopher Ferragamo, Ethan Fong, Mimoso, Melissa Mirabelli, Sophia Morong, Alex Friedenberg, Zachary Goldman, Jack Aidan O’Keefe, Luke Pluta-Ehlers, Kelly Rice, Grossi, Sean Hess, Matthew Hoy, Jonathan Jake Robbins, Matthew Sepe, Bryan Shum, Jo- Longo, David Lun, Kaitlyn Mahon, Ava seph Sichel, Max Sichel, Christopher Yang Manganiello, Isabelle Matlin, Rory McQuillan, Devin Milligan, Patrick Murphy, William 7th Grade Nicholson, Hannah Penington, Colette Pluta- Bruno Avritzer, Jeremy Berlinski, Matthew Ehlers, Stephanie Rhodes, Trevor Rittman, Leah Saifi, Hailey Senkarik, Matthew Sylvester, REACHING OUT TO THOSE IN NEED...Middle School students at The Bruno, Christina Celona, Michelle Ciepiela, Wardlaw-Hartridge School in North Edison collected nearly 1,400 donations of Kelsey Cogan, Margaret DenBleyker, John Alexandra Waller, Alexander Woo, Kevin Felitto, Ryan Healy, Frances Hisgen, Jakub Young, Isabella Zurla non-perishable and canned good items to be sent to Starfish Food Pantry, Inc. of Janiak, Hannah LaTourette, Katherine Parker, Plainfield at Covenant United Methodist Church for those in need. Pictured Daniel Pattathil, Nicole Ramos, Lia Sartorio, Sharks Bite at Lego above, are: Lara Albrechcinski of Linden, Charlotte Sweeney of Cranford, Anna Song, Caitlyn Splaine, Kristen Splaine, Anuva Goel of Piscataway, Samantha Anastasiou of Scotch Plains, Alexandra REMEMBER RYAN…John Halligan, right, whose son committed suicide at age Taylor Tango, Judy Wong, Jack Young, Saverio Qualifying Event Garces of North Brunswick, Carlin Schildge of Westfield, Whitney Porter of 13, is greeted by Roosevelt Assistant Principal Derrick Nelson. Mr. Halligan gave Zipeto WESTFIELD – The Westfield Lego North Plainfield, Jonathan Trilleras of Plainfield, Amaan Bhojani of Avenel and a personal account of the harsh effects that bullying can have on the victim and Claude Djan of Scotch Plains. the victim’s family. His presentation was held at both Roosevelt and Edison 6th Grade Sharks, a neighborhood group of six, Intermediate Schools in Westfield. Jenna Attanasio, Emma Bearison, Avni recently competed in the FIRST LEGO Bhandari, Isabella DiCosmo, Alec Duswalt, Abby League (FLL) qualifying event at Holy Trinity Invited Erasmus, Michelle Haramoto, Thomas Jakositz, Montclair High School. WF Students Learn How Olivia Jennings, Eileen Li, Courtney Maier, Jes- FLL is a robotics program for 9- to sica Perrotta, Cole Schneider, Jake Schneider, Connor Sottosanti, Nicole Trezza, Jason Wong 14-year-olds, which is designed to get To Apply for Blue Ribbon children excited about science and tech- Bullying Can Cause Tragedy Deerfield School also announced the nology, and teach them valuable em- WESTFIELD / MOUNTAINSIDE into the application. We are delighted WESTFIELD – Students at both are on the front line and in the best following students as members of the ployment and life skills. – Holy Trinity Interparochial School to be recognized for the achievements Edison and Roosevelt Intermediate position to turn bullying around by honor roll. Students receiving this honor Under the direction of Brian Duggan has been notified by the Archdiocese of our students and faculty.” Schools in Westfield listened intently telling friends to stop. He told them, earned no lower than a B in all subjects and with program support from Matt of Newark’s Schools Office that the Holy Trinity Interparochial School to guest speaker John Halligan ex- “Don’t be a bystander. Be a hero.” in the first marking period. Walker, the LEGO Sharks secured a school has qualified to apply for the has been serving Westfield, plain how the effects of bullying re- “All of you are loved beyond be- 8th Grade second-place finish in the teamwork U.S. Department of Education’s Na- Mountainside, and some 13 surround- sulted in his son Ryan’s suicide at age lief,” he told the students. “Don’t Matthew Bacho, Megan Compton, Morgan division among 24 teams, making them tional Blue Ribbon School designa- ing communities since 1916. The 13. Mr. Halligan was invited by the ever believe that no one will miss you DiPalma, Evan DiPietro, Alexandra Foley, Jas- eligible for the state championship com- tion. school’s Mountainside Campus mine Fong, Vincent Guerrizio, Kona Haramoto, The Blue Ribbon Schools Program houses children in Pre-K 2.5 years principals of both schools to speak at when you are gone. Don’t take that Taylor Hendrzak, Aziza Khalfani, Jacob Khan, petition on December 11 at Mount assemblies on November 19. for granted.” Mackenzie Lane, Katherine Matlin, Rachel Olive High School. honors public, charter and private through Kindergarten, and the Mr. Halligan’s story, or Ryan’s Both schools are distributing wrist- Mattera, Emily McLaughlin, Claire Mirvis, This year, the theme for FLL’s com- schools whose students achieve at Westfield Campus serves children in Story, as it is called, began with a bands to the student body, imprinted Abigail Morrow, Maria Paparatto, Cassandra very high academic levels and also grades 1-8. Quaglia, Matthew Schkolnick, James Streeter, schools that achieve significant video showing photos of Ryan, who with the words, “Remember Ryan” Celeste Teodosio, Emily Tinnirella, Harrison began life with developmental chal- as a reminder of the importance of Zoraian progress is narrowing the achieve- Students Receive Self- lenges. Mr. Halligan explained that respect. Both Edison’s and ment gaps of their students. Defense Instruction Ryan was a victim of bullying since Roosevelt’s PTSOs sponsored the 7th Grade Holy Trinity’s aggregate scores on fifth grade and cyberbullying when a assemblies. Parents were in atten- Logan Boenning, Angela Chong, Theodore the 2010 TerraNova test administered WESTFIELD – On November 11, cruel rumor spread over the Internet dance. Cole, Connor DeFronzo, Elizabeth Delano, to all students in grades 1-8 placed Mount Saint Mary Academy invited Stephen Disko, Deiona Endaz, Austin Fong, the school in the top 15 percent of Joseph Conti to teach self-defense to the summer between seventh and Following the morning assembly Justin Giannone, Jacqueline Goldbeck, Ryan eighth grade. at Roosevelt, Principal Stewart Carey schools in the nation in Reading and junior students. Mr. Conti has a dojo Mr. Halligan spoke for about 90 spoke to the sixth, seventh and eighth WF Student Becomes Mathematics. This achievement (martial arts academy) in Dunellen. minutes and answered students’ ques- graders, saying, “I implore all of you qualifies the school to apply for con- Students received suggestions for Hokie Ambassador SHARK ATTACK…The Westfield sideration as a Blue Ribbon school. making themselves less vulnerable tions. He reminded students that they to take to heart this message.” Lego Sharks recently competed in the WESTFIELD – Kathryn Abruzzo, a After the school submits its appli- to attack as well as what to do when FIRST LEGO League (FLL) qualify- threatened. sophomore from Westfield majoring in ing event at Montclair High School. cation, the Department of Education UCC Offers Free mechanical engineering in the College The Westfield Lego Sharks, pictured will review it and subsequently award The majority of the program fea- of Engineering at Virginia Tech Uni- left to right, are Frank Duggan, Nick this coveted status to 50 private and tured the demonstration of what to do versity, is now a central part of the Walker, Jacob Saxon, Philip Touhey, parochial schools throughout the if physically attacked. Students then Workforce-Skills Training university’s community, serving as a Daniel Scalia and Anthony Scalia. United States. Schools included in practiced the strategies with each CRANFORD – Union County 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For a complete Hokie Ambassador. petition is Body Forward and is based this group will be given their awards other. Although awkward at first, stu- College (UCC) will offer free courses schedule, call (908) 965-2359. Hokie Ambassadors dedicate them- on biomedical engineering. The teams’ in September of 2011. dents soon enjoyed the role-playing. in basic-skills training for the em- Companies may also arrange selves to helping others. Primarily, they robotics and research projects explored All Holy Trinity faculty members The 11th graders learned several ployees of local businesses through a classes for their employees at a time provide the tours for prospective un- the world of biomedical engineering contributed to the preparation of the basic self-defense techniques, such partnership of the New Jersey Busi- and location for their convenience, dergraduate students. 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Devin Geoghegan (145) Brearley Bears Joe Giaccio (119/112) Cranford Cougars Zack Troutman (Hwt) N. Prov. Pioneers Christian Barber (152) Westfield Diego Chavez (152) Rahway Indians Victor Pozsonyi (171) R. Park Panthers Bears Return 3 AC Qualifiers, Highlanders Stepping Higher; Panthers Showing Strength in Union County Wrestling Scene

By DAVID B. CORBIN Anthony Madonia (sr – 112): He has beaten a lot of really good John DeVito (so – 112): Third in selves in a position to overachieve. They want to be there. We are work- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Second in UCT and District 11 at kids in the off-season and competed district. Finished 22-13. It’s going to be fun.” ing on all the fine-tuning of the moves. Expect “the usual suspects” to be 112, fourth Region 3. Finished 29-8. in a lot of big tournaments.” Dan Pisauro (sr – 125): Second in Christian Barber (sr – 152): Sec- They are doing everything we are at the top of the wrestling list for the UCT and district champ in 2009. Devon Geoghegan (sr – 145): UCT at 125. Dis- ond in UCT, second in District 11 and asking them,” Raider Head Coach Union County Tournament (UCT), “Not only is he a quality wrestler, UCT and District 11 champ at 145. trict champ and third in Region 3 (AC qualifier) at John Scholz said. but with a few adjustments. The but he is one of the leaders of this Second in Region 3. DQed at AC. second in Region 140. Finished 24-8. District 11 champ Sean Cannon (jr – 145): Fourth in Brearley Bears will be growling once team. He being Finished 36-4. UCT champ in 2009. 3 (AC qualifier) his freshman and sophomore sea- UCT at 130. Finished 16-12. again with the Governor Livingston 112 again, I think John Balboni (so – 160): Second at 119. Finished sons. “He’s putting in the work, putting Highlanders and the Roselle Park he is a problem in UCT, District 11 champ and third 30-10. “The confidence has got to be sky in the road time, and he’s looking Panthers prowling in the background. for a lot of guys. in Region 3 (AC qualifier) at 152. Nick Longo high after placing fifth in the Super sharp in the room.” The Cranford Cougars will still be I am curious to Finished 31-8. (sr – 140): Quali- 32, a national level tournament. He Mike Steinfeld (jr – 140): Third tough, but the Westfield Blue Devils see how he fares Dillon Geoghegan (sr – 171): UCT John DeVito (112) fied for Region 3 beat state champs from other states. R. Park Panthers in District 11 and fifth in UCT at 140. and the Rahway Indians have been against that guy and District 11 champ at 160. DQed at 135. Finished He has beaten place winners from Finished 23-14. stirring up their masses. from South in Region 3 semis. Finished 29-5. 25-13. Jersey. It’s time for Westfield to have “This year, he Brearley Bears: Anthony Rice (119) Plainfield. District champ in 2009. Victor Pozsonyi (jr – 171): Dis- another state medalist.” is going to be the The Bears may have graduated Brearley Bears Ashnault!” Keep eye on Anthony Tancs (189) trict champ, third in UCT and third in Mike Kalimtzis (jr – 103): UCT kid [others will some strength from last year, but re- Anthony Rice (so – 119): UCT Roselle Park: Region 3 at 171. Finished 32-8 at AC. and District 11 champ at 103. Fin- say], ‘ah man! I turn three AC qualifiers and three and District 11 champ at 119. Fourth The Panthers won the District 10 Connor Gabriel (sr – 189): Quali- ished 23-7. Has a 44-16 varsity record am going to have who were knocking loudly on the in Region 3. Finished 31-7. title and the North Jersey, Section 2, fied for Region 3 at 189. Finished 22- in two years. to wrestle Mike door – two who “Anthony is one of the more tal- Group 1 title and finished with a 21- 6. Troy Skibitsky (jr – 145): Second Steinfeld.’ ” placed fourth ented kids on the team. He is very 3 record. RP’s Wrestlers fill all the Keep an eye on Brandon Leary (jr in District 11 and fourth in Region 3 Anthony Tufaro Anthony and a top-seeded motivated this year.” weight classes – 130): Third in district. Finished 23- at 125. Finished 20-10. Second in (Hwt) SPF Raiders Tufaro (so – wrestler who Nick Lospinoso (jr – 140): UCT and several strong 13. Jon Acosta (sr – 152) Third in district his freshman season. Has a hwt): Fourth in District 11. Finished was disqualified champ and second in District 11 at veterans return in UCT at 130. Jovanni Ramirez (sr – 45-19 varsity 10-17. in the semifinals. 135. Finished 20-9. the mix of 40 kids. 119). record. “He put on a lot of muscle mass. He One could say “I am excited to see how Nicky “We had a pro- Westfield Blue Devils: “Our veterans, is biting at the bit. He wrestled all they are “loaded goes after it this year. He is really ductive off-sea- The Blue Devils have 35 wrestlers the guys who summer. He went to camp, and he has Dillon Geoghegan for Bear” this motivated. He son, wrestled in the room with only two seniors, but have been (171) Brearley Bears done everything that he needs to do.” year. kind of ran the about 30 duals the outlook is expected to be even around like Governor Livingston: “We have 37 guys on the roster, table at the Nick Longo (140) [and] competed better. Christian and R. Park Panthers The Highlanders are a senior-laden with a couple of guys hurt, so we are Cornell compe- throughout the “Based on Mike and Troy, team with a good going to be holding 35-40 on the tition camp. He state. Our guys did a very nice job. what we have Sean Cannon (145) it’s going to be percentage of roster this season,” Bear Head Coach beat a couple of After losing the kids we did to gradu- coming back SPF Raiders fun to watch how juniors. Accord- Scot Weaver said. “I have a pretty state champs in ation from last year’s team, we think from a 9-8 sea- far they go.” ing to Head good knowledge of what they have upstate New the off-season enabled us to hit the son, you would Keep and eye on Ellis Opoku (jr – Coach Rick produced over the years and the tal- Nick Lospinoso York.” ground running this season. We will think we would 152), Kieran Cline (jr – 171), Luke Iacono, “We feel ent level that is in the room. We are (140) Brearley Dan Ries (sr be competitive. We have very good be OK, but I Gibbons (jr – 189) pretty comfort- looking to come after it from the – 135/40): UCT, District 11 and Re- team chemistry. We definitely have a think we are go- Scotch Plains-Fanwood: able with the beginning, compete in the open tour- gion 3 champ at 140. Placed eighth at relentless pursuit of excellence,” Pan- Troy Skibitsky (145) ing to be much The Raiders have relaxed their Pat Eichner (160) group and depth naments in Maryland and the Beast AC. Finished 35-6. UCT and district ther Head Coach John Ranieri said. Westfield Blue Devils better than that,” schedule to give their younger wres- GL Highlanders that we have. of the East in Delaware. We are look- champ in 2009. Blue Devil Head Coach Glen Kurz tlers a chance to develop. This is becoming a program with a ing to win [the] states and challenge “Danny is a competitor. I feel that Probitas Verus Honos said. “These kids put in some time in “We have about 40 kids in the good nucleus of kids. The work ethic for that No. 1 spot.” he fell short of his potential last year. the off-season. I think they put them- room. All the kids are working hard. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 Page 12 Thursday, December 16, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Devil’s Den Time to Get Ready For Winter Season

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There are always plenty of good Cronin, Krysta Huber, Maeve Maloney coaching ladder and returned to his reasons to take in the winter sports and Megan Meyer, and sophs Ellie New England roots; former WHS cap- teams at WHS, and this season is no Reinhardt, Catherine Kerr and Becky tain Brendan Hickey takes over this exception. Here are just a couple of Zhang have all been through the Feb- winter. them: ruary madness. Freshmen Sarah Bowling: Junior Lucas Cruz is the Boys swimming: The WHS vs. SP- Cronin, Caroline Baldwin, Erika top returnee for veteran coach Mike F boys swim meet, which will be held Daniel and Allie McBrearty will be Tirone, whose team had a so-so 13-8 Tuesday, 2:45 p.m., at the Westfield Y. instant contributors. mark last winter. Senior Kevin While coach Jeff Knight’s guys face a Mark your calendar: Thursday, Feb. Scheurer, and juniors Adam Firestone, daunting schedule that also includes 17. That’s the sectional final, most Eric Saunders and Theresa Carlino all Bridgewater-Raritan, St. Joseph, likely vs. Bridgewater-Raritan, and, won letters last winter. Christian Brothers and the Delbarton as with the boys, the winner is the BREWSTER FIELD School, the Raiders have their stron- team to beat in state Public A. In memory of one of Westfield’s all- gest team since 1999, the year they Wrestling: Christian Barber is a le- time greatest fans and followers, the ended WHS’s 42-year streak of Union gitimate threat for a long weekend board of Education last week approved County championships. In fact, this is visit to Atlantic City this march. But the naming of the baseball field be- probably the strongest SP-F in their the 152-pounder is far from the only hind Edison Intermediate School in history. WHS has won the last 11 reason coach Glen Kurz is expecting a memory of the late Robert E. (Bob) county titles. good year. There are returning Brewster. Knight’s team, which travels to lettermen Mike Kalimtzis (103), Ellis Brewster, who passed away at age David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Bridgewater-Raritan tomorrow to Opoku (140), Troy Skibitsky (145), 81 on Easter Sunday, April 4, 2010, BLUE DEVIL SENIOR LEADERSHIP…The Lady Blue Devils basketball team will look to five seniors for leadership. face the defending state champs, will Eric Gozdieski (161-70, Mike was the husband of Marge and the Pictured, left to right, are: front row, Krista Embrett and Danielle Miller; back row, Martina Landeka, Katie Ponce and lean heavily on seniors Nick Boyle, DeLouisa (160-71) and Kieran Cline father of four WHS athletes – Bob Charlotte Lorentzen. Jack Lorentzen and Larry Zhang. (189-215). (’68), Brad (’70), Daryl (’75) and All three are battle-tested from the Anthony Aldana (119), Pat Currie Roger (’83). He was also a long-time state champion teams in 2008 and (125), Keith Peterson (130), Kevin member and past president of the MILLER, LORENTZEN SELECTED TEAM CO-CAPTAINS ’09, and last year’s near-state Castillo (135), Luke Gibbons (189- Westfield School Boosters Club and champs. Brennan Haley heads a jun- 215) and Kyle Kania (heavyweight) an original committee member of the ior class whose ability to reach past all saw some varsity action last year. Westfield Athletic Hall of Fame. their potential will likely determine And freshman Nick Velez (112) and And he could be found watching Lady Blue Devils ‘Hang Hat’ how the season plays out, guys like sophomore Nick Rotondo (135) are WHS football, basketball and base- Alex Bond, Ryan Hobson, Larry two up-and-comers. ball games for the better part of the Keating, Kevin Oster, Matt Trinkle Boys basketball: Ryan Hess has been past 50 years, including his famous and Tim York. Sophomores Matt a regular since late in his freshman spot in a beach chair along the leftfield On Defense for Hoop Success Daniel, Connor Moore and Max Shin year. He comes into his senior season line at Edison. When not at a WHS were all key members in ’10. Look with 528 career points, No. 34 all- game, he could be found in Mendham, for freshmen Tyler Lessner, Luke time; No. 35 (Jim Kane) and 33 (Dicky Hopewell Valley or Mountain Brook, By DAVID B. CORBIN “chief thief” with 94 steals. her from playing soccer this past fall. McGrory and Dan Myers to contrib- Myers) are Hall of Famer, and HOFer Ala., following his grandkids’ teams. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “We don’t have one person on this Ponce has been known for her de- ute big time. Brian Ciemniecki is only 42 points His oldest son Bob became the WHS Five seniors will head a group of team who is going to stand out as well fense and explosive movements to- Mark your calendar: Thursday, Feb. ahead at No. 30. Hess averaged 14 varsity baseball coach in 1983 and multi-sport athletes that make up this as we have had in the past. We have a ward the opponents’ basket. 17. That’s the sectional final, most points a game last year. Guard Tim will start his 28th year in April with year’s Westfield High School girls group of girls who are going to stand “Katie has a lot of speed. When she likely vs. Bridgewater-Raritan, with Younger also returns and will give 474 career wins. basketball team. out. Everyone of them has the ability comes back, she will definitely make the winner being the favorite to win coach Kevin Everly two extremely A dedication ceremony will be held “They are a good group of girls. I to score, and everyone of them has a big difference in our defense, as the state Public A title. athletic captains. either April 16 or 23, hopefully against am really enjoying working with the ability to be a chief thief,” Coach well as offense, based on her ability Girls swimming: The girls have been Girls basketball: Diana Venezia and Cranford or Scotch Plains-Fanwood. them. They are fast. We are really Marino pointed out. to get to places where she is tough to in the past six state Public A champi- Amanda Markowski were two of the If you’re a former WHS baseballer, or hanging our hat on defense more than Seniors Danielle Miller and Char- cover,” Coach Marino said. onship finals (winning three); in fact, top players in school history, and someone who was either coached by ever, based on the fact that we have lotte Lorentzen have been selected Another multi-sport athlete, senior WHS has been in 12 of the last 13 state they were joined at June’s graduation Bob Sr. or knew him, make plans to be girls who do play other sports,” Blue team captains. Miller is expected to Martina Landeka will play the No. 2 finals, missing only in 2004. Knight by six other major contributors. But there. Bring your own beach chair and Devil Head Coach Joe Marino said. be the starting point guard. guard position. will take over for a team that should coach Joe Marino has a solid senior Panama hat. Last year, the Lady Blue Devils, “Dan sees the court very well. She “Martina gives us some speed as keep that amazing streak alive. The group returning, although Katie FOOTBALL FUN FACT who finished 15-9, had a pair of gives us good defense up on the defen- well on the perimeter, she’s a good girls have won 18 straight county titles, Ponce (312 points) may miss the sea- Seven times a WHS running back standout seniors, who stole the spot- sive top. Danielle can also shoot a high little shooter, and she’s a good including a co-title in ’05 with SP-F. son due to her ACL injury. But Danni has scored five touchdowns in one light offensively and defensively. percentage shot,” Coach Marino said. rebounder,” Coach Marino said. Becky DeLaFuente, who holds Miller and Charlotte Lorentzen are football game. The first to do it was Diana Venezia, a forward, led the team Lorentzen came on strong at the Senior forward Krista Embrett will school records in the 200 IM and 100 veterans, and Martina Landeka’s re- Lee Waring, against Bound Brook in in scoring (411 points) and highlighted center position toward the end of last also add some zest. fly (and should add the 100, 200 and turn after a year of soccer-only will 1930. Pump Vella accomplished the the season with a career-high 31 points year. “Krista is very feisty on defense 500 free this winter) heads an eight- definitely help. Krista Embrett and feat twice in 1936, against Madison and 17 rebounds in a win over Cranford “Charlotte plays very well inside and offense. She has a nose for the girl senior class that features Kylie Christina Scaglioni saw extended and then on Thanksgiving Day against that gave Coach Marino his 100th and has the ability to score many points ball. She will find a way to get us Bangs, Anna Fetter, Margaux action in 2009-10. previously unbeaten and unscored career victory. Amanda Markowski from the inside,” Coach Marino noted. rebounds,” Coach Marino said. Fleschler, Meg Kaveney, Charlotte Ice hockey: The team features one upon Haverstraw, N.Y. was outstanding across the board with Coach Marino is hoping that se- Several girls from last year’s suc- Murtishaw, Alli Rose and Olivia of the best lines in school history – Then it was 30 years before Doug 282 points and 78 assists, but she nior guard Katie Ponce will soon cessful JV team are expected to step Scrofani. Juniors Loren Ball, Jess seniors C.J. Meyer, Nick Attanasio Murphy turned the trick up in Berke- established the reputation of being the recover from an injury that prevented CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 and Henry O’Brien. Last year Meyer ley Heights against Gov. Livingston. Murray Selected All-State had 26 goals and 32 assists (he’s has Glen Kehler did it in 1973 against At the Awards Dinner held at the 57 goals, 73 assists in his career), Middletown, and Butch Woolfolk Westwood in Garwood on Decem- Attanasio had 33-23 and O’Brien 18- matched it against Livingston in 1977. ber 14, Westfield High School foot- 25. That’s 77 goals and 80 assists The final Devil to get five TDs in a ball Head Coach Jim DeSarno an- combined. Senior Morgan Bungerz game was Paul Leifer, in 1981 against PrudentialNewJersey.com nounced that A.J. Murray had been (9-3-1), junior Steve Wronski (5-3-1) Scotch Plains-Fanwood. selected First Team All-State. and soph Joe Fleschler (3-1-2) shared Seventeen WHSers have scored four blog goalie chores in ’10. times in a game, the most recent being Last year’s team was 17-7-4, the Brian Ciemniecki in 1994 against Probitas Verus Honos most wins and fewest losses in school Kearny and A.J. Murray this fall against history. Dennis Doherty moved up the Watchung Hills. NEW PRICE HARD TO BELIEVE The WHS girls soccer team has won OWEN BRAND 18 county championships in the 31- ML # 222999 year history of the tournament ... but the last outright title was back in 2001 (there were co-championships in 2002 Your Hometown and 2006). That 2001 team had just a MORTGAGE BANKER 10-8-1 record, but swept through the UCT with four straight wins. IN THE GENES It’s a busy, but happy time for Jeff Kole (WHS, ’76). 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Anthony Madonia Mike Stepien (135) John Balboni (160) Austin Frank (Hwt) Kyle Markovitch (130) Mike Steinfeld (140) Urayoan Garcia (215) Danny Reis (135/40) Dan Pisauro (125) Mike Kalimtzis (103) Matt DiGiovanni (145) Connor Gabriel (189) (112) Brearley GL Highlanders Brearley Bears Linden Tigers Cranford Cougars SPF Raiders Rahway Indians Brearley Bears R. Park Panthers Westfield Blue Devils Cranford Cougars R. Park Panthers Bears Return 3 AC Qualifiers, GL is Stepping Higher; Panthers Showing Strength in UC Wrestling

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 is terrific; it’s gotten real good, really Region 3 and in District 12 at 152. Finished 28-5. “Small heavyweight! At the region, year, along with qualifying for the wrestler, and another who qualified strong and we’re big on loyalty. People sixth in NJSIAA Second in UCT in 2009. he was picking up 270-lb. people and state tournament.” for the Region 3 tournament last year. ask me who our toughest opponent is, at AC. Finished “JP has battled through a couple of putting them on their back. He got a Travis Foster (jr – 160): Second Maurice McCullers (sr. – 171/ I tell them Governor Livingston; be- 32-8. tough injuries. Last wrestling sea- lot of heart, good strength and great in District 11, fourth in UCT at 160. 189): District 11 champ, second in cause it is the enemy within that de- Tim Terrezza son, he couldn’t continue on in the technique for a Finished 24-10. UCT and fourth in Region 3 at 171. feats any program, and I’m a big (sr – 119): Third regions. He is excited about wres- big guy.” “Travis [has] Finished 25-6. believer in that.” in UCT, second tling season, and he’s improved a Justin Becker over 50 wins and Dondre Floyd (Jr. – 135/140): Mike Stepien Tim Terrezza (119) in District 12 and lot.” (so – 140): Third a ton of pins. Third in District 11 and finished 20- (sr. – 135): UCT N. Prov. Pioneers fourth in Region Keep and eye on Ian Henry (jr – in District 11. He’s really 8 at 135. champ, second in 3 at 112. Second 125): Took third in UCT at 119. Eric Danny Walsh cleaned up his Summit Hilltoppers: District 12 and in District 12 in 2009. Knight (140). (sr. – 135): Fin- wrestling, as far After nearly two decades in ab- fourth in Region David Dinerman (11 – 125): Third Rahway Indians: ished 15-11. as becoming sence, the Hilltoppers will compete 3 at 130. Fin- in UCT. The Indians have about 50 wres- Brian Pyrus (160) “He’s had a more of a techni- at the varsity level. ished 33-5 UCT Cranford Cougars: tlers in the room and can fill all the Rahway Indians good off-season. Travis Foster (160) cal wrestler. He “This is devel- champ in 2008, The Cougars have 36 wrestlers in weight classes. I think he is going to have a good Linden Tigers is ready to make oping into a big Tony DeFranco (119) second in 2009. the room with a good mix of upper- “On the var- year.” his mark. His goal is to make it to program as Sum- GL Highlanders Anthony classmen with underclassmen. sity, I have seven Brian Pyrus (sr. – 160): Placed Atlantic City as well.” mit now features DeFranco (sr. – 119): Fourth in UCT Joe Giaccio (sr – 112): UCT, Dis- good wrestlers, third in District 11. Josh Sheehy (so – 112): Second in two recreation at 112. Second in UCT and district in trict 11 and Region 3 champ at 112 and I have seven Keep an eye on Franco Mejia (145) District 11. programs and a 2009. (AC qualifier). good athletes,” and Isaac Valintin (112). Danny Tibere (so – 119): Third in middle school Pat Eicher (sr. – 160): Third in Finished 32-4. Rahway Head According to Coach Stueber, “They District 11 at 112. Finished 20-8. program. All is UCT, second in District 12 at 145 and Won district title Coach Fred are going to shock somebody.” “He came out of nowhere!” Joe Hoy (140) organized and finished 26-11 Second District 12 at in freshman and Laziak Jones (Hwt) Stueber said. “If A. L. Johnson Crusaders: Keep an eye on GL Highlanders paid for by the 135 in 2009. sophomore sea- Rahway Indians the athletes pro- The Crusaders, under Head Coach Bobby Clark (jr. Booster Program headed by A.D. Mr. Joe Hoy (sr. – 140): Second in sons and UCT duce as the season goes on, we should Rick Ortega, have a small room of – 189) and Aziz Sandor,” said Head Coach Eric UCT, second in title in sopho- have a pretty nice team.” about 16 wres- Sarvasher (sr. – Wachtel. District 12 and more season. “The conference is stacked. We tlers, most with 171) Some notable Hilltoppers are: 130 finished 27-10 at JP Christiano (160) Looking to break have Cranford, Linden, Elizabeth, two or less years “It’s his first Nick Abbott (so) Won 20 plus JV 135. Cranford Cougars 100 career wins Kenilworth, Roselle Park. I am hop- experience. year in this coun- matches UCT champ – 5-2 varsity; Jonathan and his fourth ing we can hold our heads up and Brandon try. He wrestled 135 Luis Barquero (so), 140 Andre Mele (so – 103): district title. hang with most of them.” Santos (sr. – Dan Tibere (119) freestyle in his Zeledon (so), 145 Daniel Kennedy Undersized last Kyle Markovich (sr – 130): Dis- Urayoan Garcia (sr. – 215): Third 152): Fourth in Linden Tigers homeland, (so), 152 Chris year, he was sec- trict 11 champ at 130. Finished 14-3. in UCT, second in District 11, sec- UCT at 145 and Kyrgyzstan. He put in a lot of time in Chaves (jr) Won Jon Mele(103) ond in District 12 Won districts in freshman and sopho- ond in Region 3 (AC qualifier) and Brendan Santos (152) third in District the spring and summer, and it looks 20 plus JV GL Highlanders at 103. Finished more seasons. Looking to win his finished 24-6. District 11 champ and ALJ Crusaders 12 at 140 last like he’s on track for a breakout year,” matches – 5-2 26-9. Not undersized this year. fourth district crown and break 100 fourth in Region 3 in 2009. year. Coach Reinoso said of Sarvasher. varsity, 160 Shane Haddad (so – 171): Third career victories. Diego Chavez (sr. – 152): Second Linden Tigers: Union Farmers: Zachery Tolles in District 12, fourth in UCT at 152 “Joe Giaccio and Kyle Markovitch in UCT, second in District 11, third The Tigers finished 10-7 last year Head Coach Dino DeBellonia has (so), 171 An- and finished 18-13 should have a shot at being a four- in Region 3 and eighth at AC at 145. and will be able to fill all the weight a nucleus of 60 young and competi- thony Iarussi Keep an eye on 260-lb. Tony time district champion,” Head Coach Finished 26-8. District 11 champ at classes, but two of their major wres- tive wrestlers. Jon Acosta (152) (so) Eclipse club Manganiello (jr). Darren Torsone said. 145 in 2009. tlers have moved out of town. According to Coach DeBellonia, R. Park Panthers – Placed 3rd UC- New Providence: Matt DiGiovanni (sr – 145): Dis- “Diego and “The kids put in a little more time in “There is a light at the end of the JV tournament- Great all-around ath- The Pioneers are very young but trict 11 champ at 135. Finished 30-7. Urayoan went to the off-season this year than they did tunnel.” lete; rushed 900-plus yards including will be able to fill the weight classes. “Matt not only the Freestyle last year. I feel we are on target to have Plainfield Cardinals: 10 TD’s in football, 189 Manny “It’s a very weird mix of kids. We’re had a great season Greco nationals. another successful season,” Tiger Head Year in and year out, the Cardinals Naves (11). very young; with the bulk of our team last year, he had a They wrestled all Coach Anthony Reinoso said. have few wrestlers to work with, but Fred Lecomte contributed the in- being freshman and sophomores, but breakout season summer, hit the Austin Frank (sr. – Hwt): Third in one in particular works quite well. formation on Governor Livingston, we also have experience. I cannot last year, and he weights and they UCT, third in District 11 and finished Dawud Hicks (Sr. – 171/189): First New Providence and Summit. quite get a handle on what we will be continued with it Justin Becker (140) are looking to 28-7 at heavyweight. Second in Dis- in UCT, first in District 12, second in able to do this year, but I am hoping this summer, beat- Rahway Indians have a good sea- trict 11, fourth in Region 3 in 2009. Region 3 and sixth in NJSIAA at AC at Weight Class Certifications: for a .500 record,” Head Coach Gary ing a lot of tough son.” “He’s going into this season with 171. Finished 41-4. Placed second in Due to certification, some wres- Bremer said. Eric Knight (140) kids.” Laziak Jones (Hwt): Second in over 75 career wins. He’s going to be the UCT and third in Region 3 in 2009. tlers may compete in a higher weight Zach Troutman (sr. – Hwt): UCT Cranford Cougars J.P. Christiano District 11. Fourth in region. Fin- the first 100-match winner in Linden Elizabeth Minutemen: class. The coaches suggested the champ, second in District 12, third in (jr – 160): Third in UCT and second ished 16-9. history. That is his personal goal this The Minutemen had one very good weight classes that were given.

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Sophie and Amanda are very coachable girls. By DAVID B. CORBIN the varsity lineup. handlers. When either one of those They played JV last year and had a lot Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “Aysia didn’t play most of the sea- two are out of the game, we have to be of success down there. They are go- Scotch Plains-Fanwood High son. It’s been about a year since she able to maintain our composure. I ing to get a lot of playing time,” said School girls basketball Head Coach played with me being the coach and have to have some people, who can Coach Marino. Jen Ryan inherited a team that had no practicing. It has to come back to her come off the bench and handle the Four juniors, Tess Lukowiak returning starters, no seniors and only also. With three freshmen, working ball, realize their responsibility and (guard), Eleanor Callinan (power two girls who had varsity experience them in and trying to get them into the do it with some experience,” Coach forward), Carolyn Maguire (cen- last year. The very young Raiders program, it’s a little bit tougher than Ryan said. “We have some other kids, ter) and Jenna Perotta, said to ba a took their lumps, but all have re- we had expected,” Coach Ryan said. who are ball handlers. We are guard very fast point guard, will add turned with plenty of experience. “From the scrimmages that we have heavy for a reason.” depth. Last year as juniors, Aysia Peterson had so far, we still have some tweak- “Katie [Harper] is very fast. Katie “Tess moves very well on the court. and Evie Klotz, assumed responsibil- ing to do, which we knew about, but is going to be really helpful on of- Eleanor will be very good at getting ity as team captains. Peterson, a for- through time with the captains that fense this year. We still have a lot of us rebounds and scoring from inside ward, went down with an injury early we have, Aysia and Evie, I think they young girls, but hopefully they will the paint. Carolyn, I am expecting a in the season then later in the season are going to rise to the top, and they be able to step up, and we will be lot from her, as well as rebounds and Klotz, the point guard, was sidelined, are going to bring everybody with fine,” Klotz said. scoring inside. The biggest thing com- forcing Coach Ryan to reorganize her them.” “Our guards are actually very quick ing from our juniors is going to be team. Eight girls will be working the guard and can run the ball very well,” Peterson their ability to move on the court,” “There were times when we just position. Klotz, at point guard, and added. “I think we are a strong team Coach Marino said. didn’t have enough bodies to go into sophomore Taylor Sebolao will be this year. We have some freshmen, Sophomore Colleen Gallagher will the game without the fear of getting the primary ball handlers. Seniors who could help. We are young, but we be used as a power forward and fresh- hurt, because everybody had to play Rebecca Kreyer and Linsey Phelan, know what we are doing and we have man Kelly Culnan will help out at the out of position,” Coach Ryan said. along with sophomores Christine a coach to help us.” No. 3 guard. This season, Peterson and Klotz, as Monroy and Kelsey Meisch will add Taking a lesson from last year, The Lady Blue Devil will host team captains, not only will be work- varsity experience, while freshmen Coach Ryan said, “We have to step up Jim O’Connor (njsportpics.com) for The Westfield Leader and The Times their season opener against Lin- ing the synchronization with the re- MAKING THE BIG TIME…Los Angeles Laker Derrick Caracter, No. 45, den on Friday, December 17, at 4 Katie Harper and Madison Maisel our game on the defensive end. We formerly of Scotch Plains, battles a New Jersey Net for position under the board. turning veterans, but they will also be will bring speed to the program. tried to play mostly man-to-man in p.m. working three talented freshmen into “Evie and Taylor are my main ball our scrimmages. Last year, we couldn’t guard people. We want to be SPF PAL Wrestlers aggressive, and we want to make turn- SPF Raider Icemen Chill overs happen.” Place in UC Tourney The next step would be revving up Governor Livingston, 4-3 Eight Scotch Plains-Fanwood (SPF) the offense and getting the ball inside PAL wrestlers placed in the top four at to the forwards, Peterson, junior Liz The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High county rivals Westfield (4-2) and the Union County Brawl Tournament Gallo, sophomores Tara Sweeney and School ice hockey team held on to nip Johnson (5-4 in the Cron Tourna- that was held this in Cranford on De- Renee Oliver, and freshman Alyssa the Governor Livingston Highland- ment) after building leads in each cember 12. Those wrestlers helped Riporti. ers, 4-3, on December 10 before a game. It looks like the Raiders are SPF place fourth among the 11 teams “I believe Aysia can score on any- large crowd at the Union Sports Arena. learning how to hold on for the win, that wrestled in the tournament. body. She has to be our number one The Raiders had a 4-1 lead in the though, and could be a contender this Three SPF wrestlers reached the option for us to be successful. She has third period, built on two goals by year in the tough Union County Ice final round and placed second. Those to stay healthy, and she has to have junior Alex Markovits and goals by Hockey League. The Raiders stand at runners-up were Justin Sidebottom at the ball in her hands. She is figuring junior Andrew Skoog and freshman 1-1 in league play. 57 pounds, Jack Cannon at 80 pounds things out,” Coach Ryan said. Tyler Hardgrove. Governor The Raiders continued play in the and Alex Oslislo at 85 pounds. Plac- “Sweeney, Renee and I all have the Livingston ratcheted their intensity annual Cron Tournament, held at ing third was Kyle Robinson at 53 stuff that it takes to get inside. We are up a notch in the waning minutes and Warinanco Park rink, with a game on pounds, while the fourth-place fin- working hard in there and our guards staged a furious comeback by scor- December 14 against Parsippany. ishers were Benji Tucker at 63 pounds, look for us when we are open,” ing two unanswered goals. The High- Their next league game is Saturday, Billy Root at 110 pounds, Sam Peterson said. landers pulled their goalie with less December 18 against Summit at Wustefeld at 90 pounds and Nicholas “Aysia and I like to run down the than a minute remaining, but the Raid- Union Sports Arena at 6:20 p.m. Johns at heavyweight. floor. Usually I like to get her the ball, ers were able to fight them off with because not many people can guard some brilliant saves by sophomore her under the basket,” Klotz said. goalie Jason Breit and solid defense “People ask, ‘how good are you work by senior Captain Terence White Lakeland Hills ‘Y’ Relays Past going to be?’ You have to have a little and junior Kevin Lewis. Freshmen bit of luck and stay healthy,” con- Michael Rothman and Brian Rubin David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times FSPY Swim Girls Black Team LADY RAIDER CO-CAPTAINS…Seniors Evie Klotz, left, and Aysia Peterson cluded Coach Ryan. did a nice job filling in for injured have been selected Co-Captains of the Raider girls basketball team. The Lady Raiders will test their seniors Ed Logie, (assistant captain) Three relay victories broke open a ished first. luck when they host Governor and John Foti. close meet for the Lakeland Hills “Y” FSPY Head Coach Chris Karelus Livingston tomorrow, Friday, Decem- The Raiders are a misleading 1-4 swim team as they defeated the was encouraged by his team’s contin- ber 17, at 7 p.m. on the season with hard losses to Fanwood-Scotch Plains “Y” (FSPY) ued improvement and competitive girls black team. spirit against such a formidable op- In the freestyle, Erika Frazier (9- ponent. In addition to the many events FSPY Boys Swimmers Fall 10), Sarah Cronin (13-14) and Jes- they won, the swimmers posted 26 sica Colucci (15-18) finished first, personal-best times during the meet. while Macie Schaper (9-10) and Sa- Karelus was also pleased with the To Wyckoff Swim Boys rah Davis (11-12) took third place. continued development of FSPY’s Savannah Llewellyn (13-14) and youngest competitors. In the 8U age The Fanwood-Scotch Plains “Y” (15-18) notched first place as well, so Molly Gaynor (15-18) won their but- group, top three finishes were earned (FSPY) boys “black” swim team fell to FSPY entered the backstroke events terfly events, while Davis, Colucci, by Abigail DiGiorgio (first in breast, 1-2 with a recent to the Wyckoff “Y.” still within 26 points. Ellis Sartorio and Frazier each placed second. second in fly), Martha Lewand (first FSPY found themselves down 24 (9-10) and Matt Auda (11-12) touched Scoring in the individual medley in free, third in breast), Grace Cull points after the first event, the Indi- second in the 50-back, while in the were Monika Burzynski (first, 9-10), (third in back) and Nicole Kenny vidual Medley, as 11-12 Nolan 100-back, 15-18 Alex Burzynski Jodie Thompson (second, 13-14), (third in fly). Kearns touched second, but his team- touched first. Maggie O’Connell (third, 11-12) and mates from the other age groups fin- In butterfly, 9-10 Kyle Foster took Hannah Markey (third, 15-18). S.P.’s Leischner Helps ished no higher than third place. first, and 11-12 Auda and Chang fin- Breaststrokers Gina Bratti (9-10), Freestyle saw some stronger results ished 1-2 in the 50-fly. Lessner took Annemarie Kearns (11-12) and Th- Mules Soccer Team as 11-12 Eric Chang won the 100- second in the 13-14 100-fly, and 15- ompson each touched second, while ALLENTOWN, PA. – Junior Tim free, 13-14 Alex Skoog had a best- 18s Brown and Mike Napolitano Caroline Warren and Shannon Pyle Leischner of Scotch Plains helped the time 200 to take third, and 15-18s touched 2-3, respectively. took thirds. In Backstroke, Katy Muhlenberg College men’s soccer Will Brown and Dan Napolitano In the 200-medley relays, Skoog, Comer (15-18), O’Connell (11-12) team finish among the nation’s elite. touched 1-2. Lessner, Jeff Peart and Joseph Baron and Cronin each took second, while Leischner played in 21 of 22 games In Breaststroke, 11-12s John Baron were first for the 13-14s, and for the Sydney VonOehsen placed third for and made five starts at midfield for and Kearns touched 1-2 in the 50, 15-18s, Burzynski, Baliko, M. the 9-10s. In the final event, the 15-18 the Mules. His five assists were good while in the 13-14 100-breast, Tyler Napolitano, and Brown closed out medley relay of Comer, Markey, for third on an offense that led the Lessner finished first. Greg Baliko the meet with a win. Gaynor and Ana Bogdanovski fin- Centennial Conference with 52 goals.

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Email: [email protected] Eisenhauer, Matthew Boyle, Alex Schiffer, Ryan Morse, Dan Cetlin, Chris Stivala Second Annual Draft Night and Christian Menares-Brown. Missing from photo: Farris Dwider. The Fanwood-Scotch Plains “Y” cember 12. (FSPY) 30+ Men’s Basketball League Late registrations are still being held its second annual draft night on accepted on a first-come, first-served WF U17 Team DeJohn Stops November 30 and conducted its pre- basis and added to a wait list. Forms season scrimmages on December 5. can be obtained at the Fanwood- The league utilized a unique hy- Scotch Plains “Y,” located at 1340 Scotch Plains for Soccer Title brid franchise-player and blind- Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains. Westfield Team DeJohn capped off Westfield defense and scored on the draft selection process. 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Saniya Dalvi and effort goal to give Westfield a 1-0 REPORTS AND CERTAIN LAND USE RECORDS ceived outstanding defensive perfor- Samantha Bebel executed a near per- lead early in the second half, but a was passed and adopted on the second mances from Rachel Bowman, fect pick-and-roll play, which im- Scotch Plains striker got behind the and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor Maggie Kelly, Julia Rickert, Nicole pressed Assistant Coach Sean and Council of the Borough of Fanwood See it all on the web in color . . . held on December 14, 2010. Murray, Olivia Shields and Anna McDonald. Thalia Grandinetti con- www.goleader.com This Ordinance shall take effect imme- Ronk. Offensively, Emily Wistner, tributed multiple baskets in the latter PUBLIC NOTICE diately after final passage and publication Anna Bowman, Kendall Robertson, portion of the game. as required by law. Nora Brindle and Sophia Vera scored BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Eleanor McGovern PUBLIC NOTICE Borough Clerk baskets. Notice is hereby given that ORDINANCE TOWN OF WESTFIELD 1 T - 12/16/10, The Times Fee: $19.89 The Spartan offense delivered a UNDEFEATED…The Mountainside U10 Mustangs finished the regular season NO. 10-22-R balanced scoring attack. Maddy INVITATION TO RE-BID AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING PUBLIC NOTICE with a 10-0 record and capped off the playoffs with a 16-2 victory over the South A REVISION TO THE REDE- Covington and Mary McHugh dis- SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE- Plainfield Bombers in the championship game. The Central Jersey Amateur VELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS played the ball control and precise CEIVED BY THE TOWN CLERK OF THE Baseball League is comprised of both Town and Club teams locally. Town teams BLOCK BOUNDED BY RECREATION COMMISSION passing necessary to allow Caitlin TOWN OF WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY, were South Plainfield, Basking Ridge, Westfield, Long Hill and Cranford, while SOUTH AVENUE, MARTINE ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2010 RESOLUTION Amman to produce accurate outside area Club teams were the Bulldogs, Gators and The Zone. AVENUE, LAGRANDE AV- AT 10:00 A.M. PREVAILING TIME AT shooting. Ireland Applegarth dis- THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 425 EAST ENUE AND SECOND STREET WHEREAS, the Open Public Meetings PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE BOROUGH OF Act (Chapter 231, P.L. 1975) requires that played excellent defense and added a BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW FANWOOD, NEW JERSEY the Recreation Commission of the Town- smooth controlled layup. Genevieve JERSEY FOR THE: BOROUGH OF FANWOOD BOROUGH OF FANWOOD PURSUANT TO THE LOCAL ship of Scotch Plains post and maintain PLANNING BOARD Howell added a number of stolen “2011 COLLECTION OF RE- Notice is hereby given that ORDINANCE REDEVELOPMENT AND posted throughout the year, a schedule of CYCLABLE MATERIAL IN HOUSING LAW, N.J.S.A. its regular meetings and; passes and rebounds. Lily Maz deliv- NO. 10-17-R Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF 40A:12A-1, ET SEQ. WHEREAS, the Open Public Meetings ered a 1-2 punch with long-range NEW JERSEY”. was passed and adopted on the second Act (c. 231, P.L. 1975) also requires that CHAPTER 325 OF THE CODE FANWOOD, after public hearing on Octo- shooting and hard-driving lay-ups. OF THE BOROUGH OF ber 27, 2010, granted variance approval and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor the Recreation Commission of the Town- In Game 2, Notre Dame battled PROPOSALS SHALL BE IN WRITING and Council of the Borough of Fanwood ship of Scotch Plains post and maintain ON THE FORMS FURNISHED AND FANWOOD TO FURTHER from the requirements of 184-163A, drive- held on December 14, 2010. posted throughout the year, the schedule Cincinnati. Julia Romano and Anne MUST BE DELIVERED AT THE PLACE REGULATE RECYCLING IN way width and 184-163, side yard set- This Ordinance shall take effect imme- of caucus meetings; Friel led Notre Dame offensively, with AND BEFORE THE HOUR ABOVE MEN- THE BOROUGH back, on property owned by Mr. and Mrs. diately after final passage and publication NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, TIONED, AND MUST BE ACCOMPANIED was passed and adopted on the second Daniel Zucker at 86 Beech Avenue, points also contributed by Cait and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor Fanwood, New Jersey, being Block 114 as required by law. that the Recreation Commission of the Haviland, Julia Salvato and Lauren BY A CERTIFIED CHECK OR BID BOND Eleanor McGovern Township of Scotch Plains, Union County, PAYABLE TO THE TOWN OF and Council of the Borough of Fanwood and Lot 10. Borough Clerk adopts the schedule of regular and caucus Triarsi. Brianna Hatch, Laura Jean WESTFIELD IN AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO held on December 14, 2010. Documents pertaining to this applica- 1 T - 12/16/10, The Times Fee: $22.95 meetings listed below, pursuant to said Calcagno, Briana Whitman and Ellie AT LEAST TEN PERCENT (10%) OF This Ordinance shall take effect imme- tion are available for public inspection at act; Curry contributed tough defense and THE BASE AMOUNT OF THE BID, BUT diately after final passage and publication Borough Hall during normal business PUBLIC NOTICE NOT LESS THAN $500.00 NOR MORE as required by law. hours. 2011 REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE timely rebounds. THAN $20,000.00. (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-21) Eleanor McGovern Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Zucker IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS RECREATION COMMISSION The Cincinnati Bearcats focused EACH BID MUST ALSO BE ACCOMPA- Borough Clerk 86 Beech Avenue OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY 8:00 P.M. SCOTCH HILLS COUNTRY CLUB on developing basic dribbling and NIED BY A SURETY COMPANY CER- 1 T - 12/16/10, The Times Fee: $17.34 Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 PENNSYLVANIA 820 Jerusalem Road, Scotch Plains, New Jersey passing fundamentals, along with in- TIFICATE STATING THAT SAID SURETY 1 T - 12/16/10, The Times Fee: $17.85 FAMILY DIVISION COMPANY WILL PROVIDE THE BID- PUBLIC NOTICE NO: FD 04-009154-006 Jan. 10 July 11 troducing a few plays. Erin McDonald PUBLIC NOTICE DER WITH THE REQUIRED PERFOR- BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Feb. 21 (Caucus & Public) August 8 TRACEE CRAWFORD, Plaintiff, produced the Bearcats’ first points MANCE BOND IN THE FULL AMOUNT BOROUGH OF FANWOOD March 14 Sept. 12 Notice is hereby given that ORDINANCE v. only seconds into the game. Nicole OF THE CONTRACT (N.J.S.A. 40A:11- April 11 Oct. 10 NO. 10-19-R Notice is hereby given that ORDINANCE DONALD CALVIN CRAWFORD, 22), BY A NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT May 9 Nov. 14 Sheuermann, Mara Rao and Ava AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZ- NO. 10-18-R Defendant AND A CONTRACTOR’S QUALIFICA- June 13 Dec. 5 Maurillo forced key turnovers. Sarah TION STATEMENT, STATEMENT OF ING THE RECREATION COM- AN ORDINANCE AMENDING NOTICE MISSION TO CONDUCT AN SECTION 280-48 AND SEC- 2011 CAUCUS MEETINGS OF THE Landriau and Daley Brown showed OWNERSHIP, ON THE FORMS IN- ANNUAL PUBLIC AUCTION TION 280-46 OF THE CODE If you wish to deny any of the statements RECREATION COMMISSION off their dribbling skills and scored in CLUDED IN AND EXPLAINED IN THE TO PERMIT THE LEASE ON OF THE BOROUGH OF set forth in this affidavit, you must file a CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. 7:30 P.M. ROOM 202 MUNICIPAL BUILDING the paint. Grace Gruters and Olivia AN HOURLY BASIS OR DAILY FANWOOD CONCERNING counter-affidavit within twenty days after BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO COM- 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey BASIS OF A PORTION OF THE NO STOPPING OR STAND- this affidavit has been served on you or the PLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PUBLIC NOTICE BOROUGH PROPERTY I.E., ING AND TIME LIMIT PARK- statements will be admitted. Jan. 24 Sept. 26 N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 ET SEQ. AND N.J.A.C. THE RECREATION BUILD- ING ON CECILIA PLACE, PLAINTIFF’S AFFIDAVIT UNDER § March 28 Oct. 24 NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT 17:27. INGS IN FOREST ROAD PATERSON ROAD, FARLEY 3301(d) OF THE DIVORCE CODE April 25 Nov. 28 FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY ALL BIDDERS MUST SUBMIT WITH PARK AND LAGRANDE AND HUNTER AVENUES, 1. The parties to this action separated May 23 Dec. 12 THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD THEIR BID A COPY OF THEIR NEW PARK AND WILLOUGHBY ROAD on or about April 2004, and have contin- June 27 JERSEY BUSINESS REGISTRATION RESOLUTION 10-12-160 was passed and adopted on the second was passed and adopted on the second ued to live separate and apart for a period CERTIFICATE. FAILURE TO SUBMIT BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor of at least 2 years. CONTRACTOR: T & M Associates; PROOF OF REGISTRATION WILL DIS- the Recreation Commission will prohibit and Council of the Borough of Fanwood and Council of the Borough of Fanwood 2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defen- Eleven Tindall Road, Middletown, New QUALIFY THE BID. public attendance at any caucus meeting held on December 14, 2010. held on December 14, 2010. dant is irretrievably broken. Jersey 07748 SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE SEEN OR when items enumerated in C:10:4-12 of This Ordinance shall take effect imme- This Ordinance shall take effect imme- 3. I understand that I may lose rights NATURE OF SERVICE: Engineering OBTAINED AT THE OFFICE OF THE the Open Meetings Act (Chapter 231, P.L. diately after final passage and publication diately after final passage and publication concerning alimony, division of property, Services, Caboose Restoration Project TOWN ENGINEER, PUBLIC WORKS 1975) are to be discussed; as required by law. as required by law. lawyer’s fees or expenses if I do not claim DURATION: Period ending November CENTER, 959 NORTH AVENUE, WEST, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, a Eleanor McGovern Eleanor McGovern them before the divorce is granted. 30, 2011 WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY. copy of the schedule of regular and cau- Borough Clerk Borough Clerk I verify that the statements made in this AMOUNT: Not to exceed $5,000.00 (In- THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL RE- cus meetings will be posted in the offi- 1 T - 12/16/10, The Times Fee: $21.93 1 T - 12/16/10, The Times Fee: $21.42 affidavit are true and correct. I understand terim Fee) SERVE THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY cially-established bulletin board in the that false statements herein are made A copy of this resolution and contract AND ALL BIDS AND TO WAIVE ANY Municipal Building Lobby, 430 Park Av- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. § relating to the services are on file and INFORMALITY, IF IN THE INTEREST OF enue, Scotch Plains. 4904 relating to unsworn falsification to available for public inspection in the Mu- THE TOWN, IT IS DEEMED ADVISABLE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ROBERT GIORDANELLA, CHAIRMAN authorities. nicipal Clerk’s office. TO DO SO. DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Scotch Plains Recreation Commission DATE: October 10, 2010 Eleanor McGovern, KRIS J. MCALOON 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 605 Dated: /s/ Tracee Crawford Borough Clerk TOWN ENGINEER TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 Tracee Crawford, Plaintiff I certify that the above is a true and exact 1 T - 12/16/10, The Times Fee: $18.36 1 T - 12/16/10, The Leader Fee: $53.55 Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 Contact: Attorney for Plaintiff copy of resolution adopted by the Recre- A.M. on 1/4/11, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified Diane E. Clark, Esquire ation Commission at its regularly sched- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, DELTA LAW GROUP uled meeting on December 6, 2010. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS New Jersey 08625; for: 4099 William Penn Highway ROBERT GIORDANELLA, CHAIRMAN PLANNING BOARD Monroeville, Pennsylvania 15146 Scotch Plains Recreation Commission Maintenance Regional Milling Contract, North - 2011, Various Location in the (412) 963-8857 Dated: WHEREAS, Article 4:05(A) Land Use Ordinance of the Borough of Fanwood, County Counties of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union, and 1 T - 12/16/10, The Leader Fee: $37.23 1 T - 12/16/10, The Times Fee: $55.59 of Union, State of New Jersey required the Planning Board to determine the date, time Warren (Including and North of Route57); 100% State; DP No: 10486 and locations of the monthly meetings through January of the next year when it organizes Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C in January. 17:27. The awarded bidder must provide a completed Contractor Certification and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Board of The Borough of Disclosure of Political Contribution Form(s) according to both P.L 2205, C.51 and Fanwood that it will meet at 7:30 PM, in the lower level meeting room of the Borough Hall, Executive Order No. 117 within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Executive Order 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey on the following dates: No: 117 is effective on November 15, 2008. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders 2011 must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, AGENDA MEETINGS REGULAR MEETINGS Business Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of ** January 18 January 26 valid business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the ** February 14 February 23 “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. March 14 March 23 91), all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of April 18 April 27 Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. The awarded bidder must provide proof May 16 May 25 of PWCR within fourteen (14) days from the award date. June 13 June 22 The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 No Agenda Meeting * July 27 U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the No Agenda Meeting August 24 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to September 19 September 28 submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on October 17 October 26 the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. No Agenda Meeting * November 14 Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at No Agenda Meeting * December 19 Bid Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To ** January 17, 2012 January 25, 2012 subscribe follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents and and plans and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be prominently posted on directly payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be the bulletin board in the Borough Hall, mailed to The Times and The Courier News, filed inspected (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field with the Borough Clerk and mailed to any person requesting same in accordance with the Offices at the following locations: requirements of the Open Meetings Act. 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 1 Executive Campus Rt 70W * No Agenda Meeting this month. Regular Meeting scheduled for Monday Mt. Arlington, NJ Freehold, NJ Cherry Hill, NJ **Due to conflict with legal holiday, this Agenda Meeting scheduled for Tuesday. 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 1 T - 12/16/10, The Times Fee: $55.08 3 T - 12/16/10, 12/23/10 and 12/30/10, The Leader Fee: $201.96 goleader.com online exclusive A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, December 16, 2010 Page E-1 CRANFORD COUGAR HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS TROTTER, PAPANDREA SELECTED TEAM CAPTAINS Boys Winter Track will be in the December 23 issue Cranford Cougar Boys Inherit Beefed Up Schedule in B’ball

By DAVID B. CORBIN ing some, but battled to become the Sean Trotter. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Union County Conference Mountain “We only return one starter in Sean Outstanding achievement had its Division champions, finishing their Trotter. Unfortunately right now, he’s upside when last year’s Cranford High season with a 13-9 record. banged up a little bit, coming off School (CHS) boys basketball team But the downside of such an out- some injuries during football season. tapped into the CHS all-time record standing achievements has been that Hopefully, he will get back before the list. the Cougars have been catapulted season starts. We returned a couple of In 1970, the Kansas City Chiefs into an intensely competitive confer- guys, who played last year, gave us won Super Bowl IV, the Weatherman ence. some minutes. Joey Papandrea, Ryan organization planted a bomb that “That’s the decision that the people Fitzsimmons, Mark Osofsky! So we killed three members at a New Jersey up above made and, mathematically, are looking for our seniors to be lead- military dance, the Beatles disbanded, they felt like we belonged. We are ers this year,” Coach Huber said. Apollo 13 made a miraculous emer- going to have to play the schedule we Trotter, Papandrea and Osofsky gency return from the moon, the Ohio have,” Cougar Head Coach Ryan will be at the guard positions, while National Guard killed four student Huber said. “We can’t worry about Fitzsimmons is expected to be a for- protesters at Kent State University, why we are playing this team, why ward. Trotter and Papandrea have President Nixon lowered the voting we are playing that team. We are been selected as team captains. age to 18, the Baltimore Orioles won going to go at everybody. We are “They have been great leaders, but the World Series and the Cranford going to give it our best shot.” really, every senior have been great High School boys basketball team The Cougars graduated four se- for us. We have expectations of what won a conference title. niors in Will Green, Kendall Grier, a Cranford basketball player should Forty years later, in 2010, the Cou- Nick Pace and Greg Goode, who spent be, and we are getting there,” Coach gar boys nudged through many very a majority of their time on the court, Huber said. close games, winning some and los- and return only one starter in senior CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times READY FOR ANOTHER GREAT SEASON…The Cougar girls are ready for another great season in winter track. Pictured, left to right, are some of the veterans plus a rookie: front row; Rebecca Shimonov, Bridget Miller, Natalie Englese, Ronnie Miller and Gillian Burke; back row, Ana DiGiovanni, Kate Evans, Megan Schetelich, Megan Byrnes, Kristen VanBenschoten and Devon Cacchione. ENGLESE, GRANT, & OTHERS WILL BE WORKHORSES Lady Cougars Show Strength In all Areas of Winter Track

By DAVID B. CORBIN distance events, and leading several contested at the state level [indoor]. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of those events will be senior Natalie She will also be a part of the 4x4 and Contagiousness, the good type, has Englese, last year’s sectional and the sprint medley. And we are going spread throughout the entire Cranford group champion in the 400 meters, to stick her in a bunch of 800s too. High School girls winter track team. who will compete in a variety of That will build stamina and increase The athletes are getting better and events, including the 200 and 800. her strength.” more and more youth have been drawn During the fall, instead of playing Kelly Burke, a multi-event athlete to the program, which boasts nearly soccer, she ran cross-country. who an All-American in the triple 100 competitors in the combined girls “She has dedicated herself by do- jump and a state champion in the pole and boys teams. ing cross-country in the fall. Her goal vault, has graduated, but there still The Lady Cougars are expected to is to be the fastest girl in New Jersey, remains plenty a depth that would be strong across the board, but espe- indoor and outdoor, in the 400. She like to fill her shoes. cially in the sprints, hurdles and mid- wants to win the Meet of Champi- “We lost our only senior in Kelly ons,” Cougar Head Coach Peter Kane David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times [Burke]. It is a big void, but we have LOOKING FOR SENIOR LEADERSHIP…Cranford boys basketball Head Coach Ryan Huber is looking to his seniors for Probitas Verus Honos said. “When the occasional 200s come a lot of people, who are stepping into team leadership. Pictured, left to right, are: seniors Sean Trotter, Joey Papandrea, Mark Osofsky and Bryan Fitzsimmons. up, she will run the 200. It’s not CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 goleader.com online exclusive Page E-2 Thursday, December 16, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains–Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Lady Cougars Show Strength in Winter Track

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 places in different spots. Brianna lina,” Coach Kane pointed out. The Cougars have beefed up their Grant basically followed Kelly around That group could be considered middle distance event with the addi- all last year, so she is the next one to real workhorses. tion of freshman Ana DiGiovanni to fill the shoes there. There will be “They will go as far as the 400 junior veterans Emily Lupin and Sh- opportunities. She will be triple jump- down to 4x4[00], 2x2[00], sprint annon Maher. ing in the Armory in New York,” medley, individual hurdles and shuttle “Ana played soccer in the fall. You Coach Kane said. hurdles,” Coach Kane said. “Our 400/ tell her how to do something once it’s Juniors Gillian Burke, Rebecca 800 crew is very solid. Their goal is, done. She is a very hard worker. She Shimonov and Megan Schetelich, as a team, to win the section champi- is very committed. The other girls along with Grant, a sophomore, will onship, to win group championship. have taken to her quite nicely. She is compete in the 55 hurdles and shuttle Two of our girls have gotten state and going to fit in very well to our relays hurdle events, as well as the 200 national awards. Winning is conta- and our individuals,” Coach Kane meters. In addition to Englese, jun- gious, and they are all signing up.” noted. iors Kate Evans and Devon The Lady Cougar are also quite Cacchione, and sophomore Kacy strong in the distance events with Donohue will compete in the 200 and Cougar Snack: seniors Bridget and Ronnie Miller in 400. Englese, Schetelich, Evans and the 3,200 meters, and junior Megan sophomore Cara Costa are expected Chatham Icemen Chill Byrnes and sophomore Katia to be the primary runners in the 4x400 Oltmann in the 1,600 meters. relay. Cougar Boys, 7-3 Grant and Schetelich will also com- “Gillian Burke, who was part of It was Cougars against Cougars on pete in the high jump. Junior Kristen our state championship relay team in December 11 when the Chatham VanBenschoten, senior Nicole the shuttle hurdles, Rebecca Cougars ice hockey team defeated Somma and sophomore Paulina Shimonov was part of that team, the Cranford Cougars, 7-3, at the Przydzial will compete in the shot Bryanna Grant was a part of that Union Sports Arena. Danny Casey put. David B. Corbin (December 2009 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times team. Back with us too with Rebecca, flicked in three goals for 3-0-1 The Cougars will be competing at LOOKING FOR AN OPEN TEAMMATE… Cougar junior Bryan Fitzsimmons, who had a rebound, a steal and a blocked [are] Megan Schetelich and Bryanna Chatham. Jake Zimmerman scored the Bishop Loughlin Games at the shot, looks for an open teammate in the game against Governor Livingston (December 2009). were All-Americans at the outdoor two goals and Eric Pawlick scored New York City Armory this Saturday, nationals at Greenboro, North Caro- once for 3-1 Cranford. December 18, beginning at 9 a.m. Cougar Boys Inherit Beefed Up Hoops Schedule

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Trotter’s ability to hit from the out- punches,” Coach Huber added. “We some defensive talent. side made him an especially danger- are strong for here [Cranford], but “Some of our new guys, who are ous shooter and his catlike quickness this year stepping up, we have to be a going to step up, Sean Babos prac- enabled his to be a chief thief, which little bit stronger with Plainfield and ticed with the varsity last year. He included a career-high six steals in Linden and St. Patrick’s, Union, Eliza- really didn’t get a lot of time, but he one game. Offensively, his best game beth, Westfield. There’s no day off.” is a tremendous player. He’s coming came in the Union County Tourna- The Cougars may not dazzle their into his own. Reggie Green came up, ment when he banged in a career- opponents with their inside shooting, went through the year with the var- high 22 points against Rahway. How- so another strategy may be necessary. sity program. The tremendous up- ever, he has been in the process of “We are going to be mostly a pe- side is Reggie’s biggest thing is he shaking off shoulder injuries sus- rimeter team. Everybody can shoot has just got to get his own confi- tained from football season. the ball from the perimeter. That’s dence. Kurt is an athlete. Pitcher on “Once he becomes healthy, he’s a really what we have been working the baseball team, lineman [football]! gamer. He will run through the wall if on,” said Coach Huber, who may He is a competitor. He does every- that means us winning a game,” Coach have some additional offensive se- thing we say. He works hard. He Huber said of Trotter. crets up his sleeve. “We are going to plays hard,” Coach Huber said. Team height, especially in such a rebound. We are going to defend.” Sophomore forward Chris jacked-up conference, could put the Junior forward Kurt Rutmeyer and Fulinosz, presently sidelined with a Cougars at a disadvantage. sophomore forward Reggie Green thumb injury, will add power under “I told the kids that we are going to could help in the rebounding and the board, while junior Eric Garguilo have to come out. We can’t take inside shooting department, while and sophomores Stephan Fevorchak punches. We’ve got to deliver junior guard Sean Babos could add and Chris Wills could added perim- eter shooting and strong defense at the guard positions. The Cougars will host Roselle in their season opener on Friday, De- cember 17, at 7 p.m. Then on Wednes- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times day, December 22, they will host COUGAR ATHLETE OF THE WEEK…Nick Kalafatis, a sophomore on the varsity swim team, is currently undefeated Westfield at 7 p.m. in eight races this season. Ristorante Personal Injury Lawyer Helping Accident Victims Every Day Italiano Taormina THE BRAMNICK 482 Kenilworth Boulevard Kenilworth, NJ 07033 Phone: (908) 497-1717 • www.taorminaristorante.com LAW FIRM

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 www.jameswardmansion.com Page 16 Thursday, December 16, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Barbara Jean Kaeding, 87, Was Artist, Dorothy Ann Larner, Local Resident; Teacher, Organist and Choir Director – Obituaries – Was Wife, Mother and Grandmother Barbara Jean Watson Kaeding, Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, Dorothy Ann Larner (née Burger) Elizabeth Ann Larner, and her brother, 87, passed away peacefully at home 11020 West Broad Street in Glen Lena Serratelli, 90, Played the Piano; of Westfield passed away on Tues- James Burger, predeceased her. on Thursday, December 9, 2010, Allen, Va. Interment followed at day, December 7, 2010, at Robert Surviving are her children, John after a brief illness. Her husband, Greenwood Memorial Gardens. Was Devoted to Family and Her Faith Wood Johnson University Hospital Francis Larner of Getxo, Spain, Warren William Kaeding, preceded Contributions may be made in Lena Rossi Serratelli passed away Jr. of Pennsylvania, Peter and Sara at Rahway, surrounded by her lov- Jeanne Marie Sullivan of Warwick, her in death. Barbara’s memory to Voice of the on Wednesday, December 8, 2010, Serratelli of Randolph and Dean and ing family. R.I. and Robert Edward Larner of She is survived by her sister, Joyce Martyrs, www.persecution.com or peacefully at her home in Scotch Christina Serratelli of Westfield. Dorothy grew up in Yonkers, N.Y. Westfield, N.J. She also will be Shore; four daughters and their hus- Samaritan’s Purse, Plains surrounded by her husband, She also leaves 11 grandchildren and graduated from Roosevelt High deeply missed by her brother, Rob- bands, Jeanne Kaeding and John www.samaritanspurse.org. Jack, and children. and their spouses, An- School in 1942. While attending a ert Burger of Vero Beach, Fla., and Kapecki, Jennifer and Kevin Blair, December 16, 2010 Born on May 15, 1920 thony and Janice USO dance in Yonkers during World her beloved grandchildren, Kerry Carolyn and Louis Seivard and Mar- Marie Harnett, 93 in Penna de Pescara, Pecoraro, Christine and War II, she met her future husband, Jeanne Sullivan, Margaret Elizabeth garet and Bucky Black; her grand- Abbruzzi, Italy, Lena was Ryan Wolfram, Carolyn John Edward Larner. They were Meder and Abigail Angelica Larner. children, Steven Seivard and his Marie Harnett, 93, died on Sunday, raised in Newark with her and Paul Tomasello, married on June 19, 1948 while Services were held on Saturday, wife and daughter, April and Olivia, December 12, 2010, at Overlook two sisters, Lydia Patti Alena Lygate, Pamela John completed his studies in December 11, under the direction Jeffery Seivard and his wife, Rachel, Hospital in Summit, N.J. and Jennie Canale. She and Jeff Boccia, Mary chemical engineering at Rensselaer of the Dooley Colonial Home, 556 William Black and Raymond Black; Born in Jersey City, N.J. on June loved playing the piano, Lygate, Peter and David Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y. Westfield Avenue in Westfield. her brother-in-law and his wife, 29, 1917, Marie was a longtime resi- and as a young woman Serratelli and Alex, Together they moved to Staten Is- In lieu of flowers, contributions Harold and Jean Kaeding, and also dent of Westfield, N.J. saved to buy herself a Nicholas and Catherine land, N.Y. before settling in may be made to the Plainfield Area nieces and nephews. Marie was predeceased by her lov- Steinway. Serratelli. Also surviv- Westfield in 1956, where they raised Humane Society, 75 Rock Avenue, Her lifelong interest in art and ing husband, John, in April 1985. Lena worked as a den- ing are her great-grand- their family. North Plainfield, N.J. 07063. music led her to earn a master’s She is survived by her daughters, tal assistant until she met children, Zachary Her husband, John, her daughter, December 16, 2010 degree in music at UCLA. Although Virginia Holihan and Anne-Marie her husband, Jack, and Boccia and Leo her primary goal was to raise her McCarthy; her son, John, and her started a family, raising Lena Serratelli Tomasello. Maria Mormile, Holy Trinity Member; family, she also held positions of grandchildren, Deirdre, Lauren, John five children in East Or- In April, Lena and Jack public school music teacher and William and Matthew. ange before moving to Westfield in jointly celebrated their 90th birthdays Known For Her Sunday Family Meals organist and choir director at sev- Always an avid reader and music 1971 to raise a sixth. at a party at Echo Lake Country Club eral churches. Later in life, she be- enthusiast, Marie was ready to discuss Her greatest joys were her family in Westfield with family and friends. Maria Anna Mormile of Westfield Maria Sophia and Gianna, and by her came a painter, and bought her first any topic, any book, any time. She will and sharing her devout faith. She A Funeral Mass was held on Mon- passed away after a long illness on brothers, Antonio and Silvio, along computer at age 80. be greatly missed by all. Our favorite attended church daily and loved vis- day, December 13, at the Immaculate Monday, December 13, 2010, sur- with many nieces and nephews in Italy. She developed an intense interest memory of Marie will always be her iting with her children, grandchil- Heart of Mary Roman Catholic rounded by her loving family. Relatives and friends are kindly in her family history and history in response to the question, “What would dren and great-grandchildren. Church in Scotch Plains. Interment Born and raised in Grottaminarda, invited to visit the Dooley Colonial general. Her warm personality and you like?” “Just a kind thought.” Lena is survived by her sister, was at Fairview Cemetery in Italy, Mrs. Mormile came to the Home, 556 Westfield Avenue in interest in life will be greatly missed The Dooley Funeral Home of Jennie Canale; her husband of 63 Westfield. United States in 1960 and resided Westfield, today, Thursday, Decem- by her family and friends. Cranford, N.J. is handling the arrange- years, Jack Serratelli, Sr., and their In lieu of flowers, the family re- with her family in Westfield. Maria ber 16, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services were held on ments. was selflessly devoted to her family, A Mass of Christian Burial will be December 16, 2010 children and spouses, Maria and Dr. quests donations in memory of Lena Tuesday, December 14, at the West William Smith of Binghamton, N.Y., Serratelli to the Overlook Hospital and her Sunday family meals were offered tomorrow, Friday, December Angela and Dr. Arthur Pecoraro of Foundation. legendary. 17, at 10 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Stephen P. Bredin, 88, Active Volunteer; Westfield, Jacqueline and Thomas December 16, 2010 She was a parishioner of the Holy Church in Westfield. Entombment Lygate of Westfield, Jack Serratelli, Trinity Roman Catholic Church in will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Worked With UN and Darden School Westfield and leaves many friends Westfield. Stephen Price Bredin, 88, of Army as a linguist. He later worked who will miss her. December 16, 2010 Charlottesville, Va. passed away on for the Creole Petroleum Corpora- Trinity Fund-raising to Aid Maria was predeceased by her be- Monday, December 13, 2010, after a tion, which later became the Exxon loved husband, Antonio, and her dear Fanwood Presbyterian long battle with Parkinson’s. Corporation. He worked with the son, Michael Angelo. He was born September 17, 1922 United Nations in New York and later Malaria Prevention Effort She is survived by her loving sons, Announces Services in Philadelphia, Pa. to the Darden School at the CRANFORD – The Trinity Epis- to live up to that commitment with a John and his wife, Diane, and An- FANWOOD – There will be two the late artist Rae Sloan University of Virginia. He copal Church, located at the corner of lifesaving gift to people who need it. thony and his wife, Krupskaya. Maria services on Christmas Eve, Friday, Bredin and Alice also helped in the forma- North and Forest Avenues in We invite everyone to join us.” also will be deeply missed by her December 24, at the Fanwood Pres- Rachael Price Bredin, of tion of Worksource Enter- Cranford, is raising funds to support Contributions allow Episcopal Re- grandchildren, Marisa, Anthony, byterian Church. The Reverend David New Hope, Pa. Also pre- prises, which helped un- the Episcopal Relief and lief and Development to provide nets Jahnke, pastor, will officiate. ceding him in death is derprivileged children, Development’s Malaria Prevention for people with the greatest need. So ‘Blue Christmas’ Set The family service will take place his son, Stephen where he was a board mem- Program. far, NetsforLife® has distributed more at 5 p.m., featuring the children from Denison Bredin. ber for 10 years. Every day, 2,000 children under 5 than one million nets across 12 coun- At Willow Grove 4 years old to fifth grade singing and Surviving him are his In addition to spending years of age die from malaria in sub- tries. The goal is to deliver seven mil- SCOTCH PLAINS – “Blue Christ- presenting a Christmas pageant. loving wife of nearly 60 time with his beloved fam- Saharan Africa, with nearly one mil- lion more nets in the next seven years. mas: A Service of Comfort and At 11 p.m., a candlelight commun- years, Harriet Sanford ily, he enjoyed volunteer- lion people dying each year from the To contribute, individuals may mail Hope” will be held in the sanctuary ion service will be held, preceded by Bredin, and their chil- ing for the event staff at disease. Malaria is caused by a para- their checks to: Trinity Episcopal of the Willow Grove Presbyterian special Christmas music beginning dren, Alice Bredin- UVA football games, as site transmitted through the bite of an Church, 205 North Avenue, East, Church on Tuesday, December 21, at 10:45 p.m. This program will fea- Karny and her children, well as with the Thomas infected mosquito, usually at night Cranford, N.J. 07016. Checks should at 7:30 p.m. ture a flute trio comprised of Amy Matthew and Meredith, Stephen P. Bredin Jefferson chapter of the while people are sleeping. Sleeping be made payable to “Trinity Episco- This quiet service is designed for Drewes, Jessica Knierim and Caroline of Vienna, Va.; Sons of the American under insecticide-treated nets protect pal Church,” with the designation people who are feeling lonely or sad Leahy, along with the Sanctuary Katherine Bredin Mazzocco, her hus- Revolution, of which he had been people from contracting malaria, yet “Episcopal Relief and Development during the holiday season. Through Choir. Janice Haer will direct the band, Raymond, and their children, president. He also enjoyed painting most people do not have access to one. Mosquito Netting Project.” Trinity music, scripture, prayer and candle- pageant and other music. Lindsay, Elizabeth, Carolyn and watercolors of the mountains of west- The Episcopal Relief and asks that contributions be made prior light, it will acknowledge partici- The Fanwood Presbyterian Church Raymond, of Winnetka, Ill.; Eliza- ern Virginia and sailing in the waters Development’s Malaria Prevention Pro- to Christmas. pants’ blues and pain and look toward welcomes all who would like to at- beth Gresham Bredin Lowe, her hus- of the Chesapeake. gram provides insecticide-treated nets, the hope to come. All are welcome. tend all or any of these services. The band, James, and their children, A memorial service will be held at training on how to use them, and mos- Baptist Church Posts The Willow Grove Presbyterian church is located at the corner of Katherine and James, of Takoma Park, 11 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, December quito control techniques to remote Af- Church is located at 1961 Raritan Road Martine, LaGrande and Marian Av- Md.; John Sloan Bredin, his wife, 17, 2010, at Saint Paul’s Memorial rican communities. This simple de- Christmas Worship in Scotch Plains, across the street from enues. For more information, call the Elizabeth, and their children, Phoebe, Church in Charlottesville. vice, combined with training on how to SCOTCH PLAINS – The Terrill the Southside Firehouse and Southside church office at (908) 889-8891 or e- Stephen and David, of Cairo, Egypt, In lieu of flowers, Stephen re- effectively use it, costs only $12. Road Baptist Church will celebrate Soccer Field, and near the corner of mail [email protected]. and Virginia Bredin Gillock, her hus- quested that memorial contributions Trinity Episcopal Church’s Out- Christmas with three special services South Martine Avenue. All church fa- Jerusalem Lego Project band, C. Buckley, and their children, be made to the Saint Paul’s Memorial reach Committee has decided that this month. cilities are handicap-accessible. Charles, Price and Harrison, of Church Discretionary Fund, 1700 the holiday Giving Tree donations The adult choir will present “What Sunday morning worship services Set Sunday at Temple Staunton, Va. University Avenue, Charlottesville, from parishioners will be given to the Child is This?/This is Our God” dur- are held at 10 a.m. For information on other Willow Grove ministries, visit CRANFORD – Temple Beth El Stephen was a veteran of World Va. 22903. Episcopal Relief and Development ing morning worship this Sunday, Mekor Chayim, located at 338 Wal- War II, when he served in the U.S. December 16, 2010 Malaria Prevention Program. December 19, at 10:45 a.m. Using willowgrovechurch.org or call the church at (908) 232-5678. nut Avenue in Cranford, invites mem- “As Christians, we have made a narration and song, this program will bers of the community to its “Build commitment to God to serve one an- tell the story of Jesus’ birth. Prior to the Gates of Jerusalem Gigantic Lego Literacy Volunteers to Hold other,” said the Reverend Dr. Gina that service, a special breakfast will AAI Meeting on Tap Project.” Walsh-Minor, rector of Trinity Epis- be served at 9:15 a.m. All are invited Tomorrow at UCC This activity will take place on Sun- copal Church. “The Malaria Preven- to come to breakfast and stay for the day, December 19, at 9:30 a.m. in the Tutor Training Workshop tion Program gives us the opportunity worship service. CRANFORD – Amateur Astrono- auditorium of the temple. Architect AREA – Literacy Volunteers of jobs and become more productive A popular Christmas Eve Candle- mers, Inc. (AAI) will conduct its Stephen Schwartz will lead children Union County (LV-UC) is a non- members of the community, accord- Willow Grove to Hold light Service will be held on Friday, monthly membership meeting at 8 and adults alike in transforming a moun- profit organization that recruits and ing to the organization. Although December 24, at 7 p.m. with carol p.m. tomorrow, Friday, December tain of Legos into a 400-square-foot trains volunteers to work with adults tutors meet at libraries throughout Christmas Eve Service singing. 17, in the Main Lecture Hall in the model of the old city of Jerusalem. seeking to improve their reading, Union County, the greatest need for The day after Christmas, Sunday, Nomahegan Building at Union SCOTCH PLAINS – The Willow County College, located at 1033 writing or English conversation skills. tutors is in the towns of Elizabeth Grove Presbyterian Church invites December 26, the pastor and deacons New Tutor Training Workshops and Plainfield. will deliver a first-of-its-kind “tag- Springfield Avenue in Cranford. members of the community to its Immediately following the business provide new volunteers with the To become a volunteer tutor, indi- annual Christmas Eve Service of team” sermon at 10:45 a.m., looking skills needed to work with adult viduals must be at least 18 years old. at three ways all individuals should meeting at approximately 8:45 p.m., Lessons and Carols on Friday, De- the club will offer a lecture entitled learners in Union County. The next Tutors need not have prior teaching cember 24, at 7:30 p.m. respond to Christmas. workshop will be held on Saturdays, experience, and knowledge of a for- For more information, call the “The Cosmic Microwave Back- Besides the traditional lighting of ground” presented by Dr. Suzanne January 29, February 5 and 12, at the eign language is not required. For the Advent and Christ Candles, sing- church office at (908) 322-7151. The Linden Public Library, located at 31 more information, visit lvaunion.org. Terrill Road Baptist Church is lo- Stagg of Princeton University. ing of carols, readings from scripture Dr. Stagg will describe how mea- East Henry Street in Linden. A snow To register for the Linden work- and hearing a special choir anthem, cated at 1340 Terrill Road in Scotch day of Saturday, February 26, is shop, click on the link in Upcoming Plains. William C. Page is pastor. suring the CMB (cosmic microwave attendees will be able to view images background) has revolutionized sci- scheduled if needed. Each session Events. There is a $40 non-refundable depicting Jesus’ birth in artwork from Club is Saving Lives will begin at 9:30 a.m. and conclude registration fee. Need-based scholar- entists’ understanding of the uni- cultures around the world projected verse, beginning with the discovery at 2:30 p.m. ships are available to cover this charge. during the service. ‘One Leaf at a Time’ Through LV-UC’s network of vol- Individuals also may register by call- of the CMB in 1965, through the As always, this service will end WESTFIELD – The Westfield High epoch of the last 15 years, leading to unteer tutors, adult learners in the ing Susan at (908) 755-7998 or e- with the congregation singing “Silent School Oddjobs for Charity Club has program have been able to get better mailing [email protected]. present understanding of just how Night” and lighting individual candles. been hard at work through the fall vast and dynamic the universe is. The Willow Grove Presbyterian raking leaves to raise money for char- Following the lecture, attendees Church is located at 1961 Raritan ity. The club was founded last year by will be invited to the William Miller Road in Scotch Plains, across the a small group of sophomores looking Sperry Observatory, located on the street from the Southside Firehouse to make a difference in the world. campus, for refreshments and the Jenna Smith Gray Funeral Homes and Southside Soccer Field, and near Through shoveling, raking and other opportunity to speak with Dr. Stagg. the corner of South Martine Avenue. chores, the club, with a variety of If weather permits, celestial view- Since 1897 All church facilities are handicap- other fundraisers, raised almost ing of Jupiter will be conducted us- Jenna Smith to Sign accessible. For information on other $2,000 last year. ing the club’s two large telescopes. Books On Saturday ministries, visit The students’ goal is to raise $5,000 Parking is free. In addition to willowgrovechurch.org or call the by the end of their senior year to fund monthly meetings, informal meet- SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch Plains church at (908) 232-5678. the construction of a clean-water well ings are held on the remaining Fri- resident Jenna Alexis Smith, the in Africa. Although the raking season days at the Sperry Observatory. For newly published author of “Beautiful is almost over, the club is open to any more information about AAI, visit Brown Girl,” will have her debut miscellaneous chores and also offers a asterism.org or call (908) 276-STAR. book-signing event this Saturday, snow-shoveling service. Anyone in- December 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. at terested in donating to the club or Borders Books, located at 1511 Route 22, West, in Watchung. interested in its services may contact www.goleader.com [email protected]. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, December 16, 2010 Page 17 A Total of 150 Voices POPCORN™ Love and Other Drugs: Welcome the Winter Solstice Prescription for Romance SCOTCH PLAINS – Six choral Winter’s Night.” The Men’s Choir groups will entertain the community will feature “Sing Noel” and “Some- One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent during the winter concert on Tues- thing” by The Beatles. Chamber Choir By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER Intertwining its complementing day, December 21, at 7:30 p.m. in the selections include “Pat-a-pan” and 3 popcorns Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School “O Magnum Mysterium,” and the narratives, both interspersed with al- auditorium. Sensations group will entertain the Does anyone really ever love any- ternating portions of light and dark, Under the direction of Jan Allen, audience with a cappella arrange- one the way they do in the movies, the Love and Other Drugs strides a chal- the full Concert Choir will set the ments of several popular songs. way Rick loved Ilsa in Casablanca lenging course. And like real life it- mood with “Stopping By Woods on a The evening program will close (1942)? Jake Gyllenhaal’s Jamie self, things don’t always integrate the Snowy Evening,” “Hanerot Halalu” with the tradition of alumni joining Randall, cynical ladies man way you’d like…without pain, fear and the Bruce Springsteen version of with the Concert Choir on stage to extraordinaire in Edward Zwick’s and mystification. But then love con- “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.” sing “The Lord Bless You and Keep Love and Other Drugs, surely doesn’t quers all, doesn’t it? Well, we’ll just Las Cantadoras, the women’s choir, You.” Winter concert tickets are avail- think so. Neither does Anne have to see. will perform “Jing-A-Ling, Jing-A- able at the door for a small donation. Hathaway’s Maggie Murdock. And So here’s the rub. Established right Ling” by the Andrews Sisters, and Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School then they meet. from the get-go, Maggie has the Select Choir will ring in the sea- is located at 667 Westfield Road in Unless this is the first romantic Parkinson’s disease. But as this rare son with “Jingle Bells” and “The Scotch Plains. dramedy you’ve ever seen, you could manifestation of the condition is still STRING THEORY…The 55-member Westfield High School String Orchestra easily fill in most of the blanks on the in an early stage, Jamie isn’t prepared performed on December 13 in the school’s auditorium. The Chamber Orchestra letters of transit Cupid has issued for what complications might lie Area Charities Wish for was also featured that evening. Both are conducted and instructed by Raymond these two likeable characters. But, ahead. Maggie knows better. No mat- Wojcik. All high-school concerts will be televised live on WHS-TV36. For a proving what distinguishes one gushy ter. The lovers have their defense complete listing of winter concerts in the Westfield Public Schools, visit saga from another, it’s what you didn’t shields up, supported by a steady ban- ‘Re-gifting’ This Christmas westfieldnjk12.org/concerts. fathom that throws you for an engag- ter of carefree bravado. AREA – There are more than 1,000 of The Giving Effect. “Each donation ing loop. Good love stories define the Quicker than you can say contem- cause-based organizations registered on our site becomes a living story that indefinable. porary update of Love Story (1970), on The Giving Effect (http:// can be shared on Facebook or Twitter Concerts Ring in Winter It’s done by example, a whirlwind the script ushers in an eye opening thegivingeffect.com) that are hoping to spread the holiday spirit, encourag- of intoxicating samples unleashed as bevy of scandalous information about to connect with new donors this holi- ing friends to follow your lead.” the vicarious you and the perfect mate Big Pharma as its comedy relief. day season, as they seek people’s Donating is easy; a person can Holidays in WF Schools intersect in a cloud of carefree confu- Jamie’s career becomes a case in point unwanted gifts. browse the site by needs, location, WESTFIELD – More than 2,500 The concert schedule is as follows sion. Just yesterday, it was only you, as he seeks to inveigle his way into the Local causes include the New Jer- and categories to find causes with students either have been or are con- for the remainder of December alone in a world of 6.7 billion. Now good graces of those docs who will sey Schnauzer Rescue Network of which one would like to connect. tinuing to rehearse for a total of 21 through the New Year: there are two, cutting the odds of lone- hopefully prescribe his plethora of Fanwood, whose mission is to find Then, a person completes a simple winter concerts that are scheduled in December 16: Jefferson Band and liness in half. It seemed so improb- panaceas. new homes for miniature schnauzers form to arrange a pick-up, drop-off or the Westfield Public Schools from Chorus; Washington Band and Cho- able. Hank Azaria as the swaggeringly throughout the northeastern United shipment. Tax receipts are issued via December through February. Some rus, 7 p.m. start; Roosevelt sixth and And as time goes by, unless you are sarcastic Dr. Stan Knight does a nice States, and Cause 4 Paws, Inc. of e-mail when the items are received. have already occurred, but others are eighth instrumental groups, Jazz Band the exception that proves the rule, you job of capsuling the conundrum Westfield, which helps provide fos- The Giving Effect uses social me- still on the horizon. and a.m. Orchestra. find that now and again it is totally today’s physicians find themselves in ter animals with food, beds and toys dia to help donors discover and con- All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m., December 20: Roosevelt seventh impossible. But that’s what makes it whilst trying to practice medicine. At while they await a home. nect with organizations that need unless otherwise noted. A daytime instrumental groups, Jazz Band and genuine: realism clashing with ideal- a party, bemoaning the vise grip of In addition to helping animals, items such as clothes, shoes and food. dress rehearsal performance of the a.m. Orchestra. ism. Achieving just the right mixture HMOs determined not to pay and drug donors use The Giving Effect to con- It is the first website to create stories Westfield High School (WHS) Cho- December 21: Elementary of these elements, director Zwick has companies dangling bribes, he snivels nect with charities that need every- around each in-kind donation that ral Concert will take place at 10:45 Stringfest at Edison Intermediate us enthusiastically buying his bill of of corruptness and the death of once thing people can spare, from clothes, can be easily shared online to inspire a.m. on December 22 to which senior School – fifth graders only. goods. We are ennobled. Yeah for us held principles. food, books and shoes, to cleaning others to give. citizens are invited. December 22: Westfield High humans. While prompted to wonder if our supplies, cars, fencing and lumber. The goal is to create a national The WHS evening concert on De- School Choral Concert. Epitomizing the idea, Anne own doctor got a kickback for that “We are working to create a greater movement to get food, gently-used cember 22 will be televised live on December 23: Auditioned Groups Hathaway and Jake Gyllenhaal sus- last Rx we had filled, it’s a tribute to awareness of people in need, which is items and more to people in need. Blue Devils TV36. The public is Tour to Elementary Schools. tain a winning credibility. Whether our better nature that we nonetheless especially urgent during the holidays,” The Giving Effect is headquartered welcome to attend the evening con- January 13: Edison Intermediate basking in the glow of their optimistic sympathize with Dr. Knight, and said Mitchell Silverman, co-founder in Brooklyn. certs. School addresses are listed on School seventh- and eighth-grades epiphany or reacting to the hard facts hence, with humankind itself. Charg- the district website at band and jazz band. that loom once the steaminess of new ing back into the arms of the tale’s westfieldnjk12.org. January 25: Lincoln Sing-A-Long love clears, the portrayals are seam- romantic puzzle, we seek purity of SP Resident Featured “I have been attending wonderful (during school hours) less. Miss Hathaway could very possi- purpose. Surely everything can’t be a rehearsals and I’m looking forward February 9: Elementary Stringfest bly hand herself a statuette when she deal. to great holiday programs,” said Linda at Edison Intermediate School – hosts the Oscars February 27. Which may be why we invest so In Young-Scientists Book King, supervisor of fine arts. fourth graders only. But first, courtesy of a scene wor- much hope and emotion in what my SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch Plains technology departments of other busi- thy of Woody Allen, we learn about mom would have called a nice young resident Corky Valenti is featured in ness. WESTFIELD FOOD 4 THOUGHT Gyllenhaal’s spoiled brat of a couple. Sure, those powers that be “Young Scientist Journeys,” a book Mr. Valenti’s chapter traces his WESTFIELD FOOD 4 THOUGHT Lothario. It’s a family at war around might sully the atmosphere with snake mentoring students age 12 to 20 who wonder of the stars in the skies over the dinner table. No embarrassment oil promises. But we’ve a sneaking are interested in science. Thailand in high school to a wonder Santa Claus Is Coming to Town goes unturned, no button unpushed. suspicion that we come equipped with The book is dedicated to Phil at all life has to offer. It is a journey Dad (George Segal) and sister are big our own, life defining potions, nicely Reeves, the International School that embraces diversity and seren- doctors and fat little brother is a compounded and dispensed in Love Bangkok Science Club advisor in the dipity. It is how he has applied his dot.com millionaire. Unexplainably, and Other Drugs. By JAYNE BOOK SALOMON be around for a long time, but his diet handsome Jamie is a dropout. * * * 1960s and 1970s. Mr. Reeves inspired love of science and the tools of sci- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times a generation of young scientists to ence in a non-scientific career – writ- is definitely not a healthy one, and we Perhaps it’s the same skepticism Love and Other Drugs, rated R, is a pursue their passion for science in ing. NORTH POLE – Santa Claus loves are not helping him by leaving him that precludes the remote possibility Twentieth Century Fox Film Corpo- scientific or non-scientific careers. Mr. Valenti is one of the 20 book Westfield! As a matter of fact, he loves fattening cookies and milk. of true love and spurs a steady diet of ration release directed by Edward Mr. Valenti consults in the technol- authors describing how they have used Westfield so much that he has already This year, let’s rethink what we sexual conquests. Set in the mid Zwick and stars Anne Hathaway, Jake ogy of communications – technical science in scientific and non-scien- visited us several times since Thanks- leave for Santa to sustain him on his 1990s, it makes him a seriocomic Gyllenhaal and Oliver Platt. Running writing, training design and develop- tific careers to make the world a bet- giving Day. busiest night of the Tom Jones for the X Generation. But time: 112 minutes. ment, marketing communications and ter place. His first visit, the year. Undoubtedly, it isn’t until his philandering ways corporate communications – for soft- “Young Scientist Journeys” is avail- very day after he will get hungry lose him his job at an electronics Abbott Holds ware companies and information- able on Amazon.com. Thanksgiving, was riding his sleigh all store that he finds how to truly capi- to Lord & Taylor, through the cold talize on his charisma: drugs. Educational Concert where he and Mrs. winter night, and he Oh, it’s all fully legal and purport- SCOTCH PLAINS – Brian Abbott, Claus posed for obviously has no edly above aboard, mind you. Choos- a local musician who teaches in pictures and took time to grab a salad ing to sell pharmaceuticals, Jamie is Scotch Plains, is putting on an educa- holiday requests or a nutritious assigned to the tutelage of journey- tional concert, catered to children, from wide-eyed, snack, and prob- man hawker Bruce Winston (Oliver concerning musical improvisation excited children. ably wouldn’t if he Platt), a pill pusher in the Ohio Valley next week. The performance will take Again on Saturday could. since time immemorial. And therein place in the basement of the Scotch and Sunday, he and However, I am lies the edgy, muckraking subplot Plains Township Municipal Building his wife were back sure he will enjoy that deliriously educates and abashes. on Monday, December 20, at 7 p.m. at the department store posing for these low-fat, reduced sugar oatmeal photographs and taking more requests. cookies. I do not think he will even When they left Lord & Taylor on notice the difference since they have Sunday, they did not return to the all the flavor of a high-caloric des- North Pole as one would expect, but sert. instead they hopped on a Westfield Santa certainly deserves a treat, Fire Truck that drove them through too, but more importantly, he de- town to the annual tree-lighting cer- serves to be healthy. Remember to emony on North Avenue. Of course, leave low-fat or skim milk to go along their presence was the highlight of this with these cookies. most anticipated event. And last Saturday, December 11, he and Mrs. Claus boarded a train at the Low-Fat Oatmeal Westfield Train Station headed to High Cookies For Santa Bridge, where they were accompa- nied by some of their most devoted INGREDIENTS helpers, who cheerfully handed out 1 cup 100 percent whole-wheat flour candy canes and coloring books to all 1 teaspoon baking powder on board. ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon kosher salt One lucky child per car was chosen ½ teaspoon cinnamon to receive a special pre-Christmas 4 tablespoons butter gift of a train set in true Santa Claus- ½ cup organic sugar style. Santa hasn’t shown up since ¼ cup dark brown sugar Courtesy of Rudy Brandl of Fanwood 1 egg VOICES OF ANGELS...After viewing a delightful art show in the hallways of the then, and it’s no wonder. Hopefully, ¼ cup applesauce school foyer and Upper School, audiences enjoyed hearing the songs of the holiday he and his wife have not misjudged 1 teaspoon vanilla extract season during the Upper School Holiday Concert at The Wardlaw-Hartridge the amount of last-minute work left 2 cups quick cooking oats School in North Edison on December 8. Some of the selections included: “Lo, How while they were busy making the ½ cup organic raisins A Rose E’er Blooming” by the Brass Ensemble, “On This Day Earth Shall Ring SOUND THE HORNS…The New Jersey Workshop for the Arts International Garnish: confectionery sugar Alphorns Ensemble will once again return to downtown Westfield to entertain boys and girls of Westfield happy. from Winter Suite” by the Concert Band and “Deck the Halls in Seven-Eight” by shoppers and diners this Saturday, December 18, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. The rain And that they surely did. the MadJazz Ensemble. The Upper School Band and Concert Choir concluded PROCEDURE the concert with the “Hallelujah Chorus.” Pictured above, Caroline McNamara, date is Thursday, December 23. The alphorns are among multiple holiday Unlike prior years, this year, Santa Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. In a me- entertainment performances sponsored by the Downtown Westfield Corporation a freshman from Westfield, played “Greensleeves” on the piano as music teachers brought Mrs. Claus with him to help dium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, Shannon Caldwell and Jane Brown look on. as part of the Welcome Home to Westfield promotion. bring smiles and cheer to all. It just baking soda, salt and cinnamon. In a large bowl, cream the butter with the sugars. Beat in makes sense since we all know that the egg. Add the applesauce and vanilla and NJWA Gift of the Arts behind every good Santa Claus, there blend. Gradually pour in the flour mixture and is a Mrs. Claus telling him what to do the oats. Add the raisins. Drop heaping table- and how to do it. spoons of the batter onto un-greased cookie sheets. Flatten with a spatula or the palm of Available for Holidays With Christmas Day rapidly ap- your hand. The cookies will not spread, so the proaching, Santa is surely very busy size of the cookie is determined at this point. Winter Acting Classes WESTFIELD – Gift givers can lessons in foil, saber or epee in the getting all his last-minute ducks in Bake for 12 – 15 minutes, watching care- extend the spirit of the holiday sea- Westfield Fencing Club, which pro- order. He certainly doesn’t have much fully. The tops will not brown, but the bottoms Directed by Tori Clemens and Laurie Wood son throughout the year by choosing vides lessons for all ages. can easily brown. Let cool and sprinkle with time to eat these days. Let’s face it, confectionery sugar. a meaningful present for the special This coming summer, the Westfield Santa enjoys his vitals. If he doesn’t people in their lives. Summer Workshop is opening its make time to eat, he will exist on the Yield: Approximately 12, three-inch- All Classes begin in January and are held at An enduring gift that will last be- doors for the 40th season. An NJWA cookies and milk we leave for him on diameter cookies Terrill Road Methodist Church Scotch Plains, NJ yond the holidays is a gift certificate gift certificate can give a child an Note: many of the ingredients for this recipe Christmas Eve, as he always does. can be found at Trader Joe’s along with Adult Acting Ages 14-100 Sharpen your acting skills from the New Jersey Workshop for opportunity to participate in arts, We all love Santa and want him to ± the Arts (NJWA). For the fortunate crafts, communications, dance, these cookies. through theatre games, improvisations, and character recipient, it can be an opportunity to drama, special interests, music and study. foster a new interest or perhaps in- musical theater, and share in the ex- crease a talent that already exists. citement of this landmark year. Social Skill through Drama - Ages 10-16 Acting Issued in any financial amount, Another way this unique gift can Workshop for teens with Aspergers, PDD or other gift certificates can be used toward a be used is toward a purchase at the spectrum disorders. variety of NJWA-sponsored pro- Music Store if the recipient is inter- Triple Threat Takes the Stage Ages 10-17 grams. They may be used for instru- ested in an instrument or other musi- mental or vocal music lessons, for cal items. Students learn what it takes to put on a show and take it both children and adults, at The Mu- Available year-round, gift certifi- on the road. sic Studio, or to enroll a 4- or 5-year- cates can be purchased at the NJWA old in the Kids ‘n’ Arts program, office at 150-152 East Broad Street in Please visit our Website to register where youngsters can experience art, Westfield. To learn more, call (908) www.triplethreatproductionsllc.com music and theater crafts. 789-9696 or visit (908) 757-9657 The gift certificate can apply to njworkshopforthearts.com. Page 18 Thursday, December 16, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION DiNizio at Crossroads: Putting The Beatles at ‘Top of the Pops’ By ERIC NIERSTEDT of Smithereens fans. and I was really interested. It’s been Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “The whole thing came about when a life-changing experience, being able GARWOOD — The Garwood another artist I knew needed some to meet so many fans and really get to Crossroads was filled with the sounds money for her touring vehicle,” them personally.” of the Beatles and one of their great DiNizio, a Scotch Plains resident, It has also lent itself to several followers, as Smithereens front man stories. (and longtime Beatles enthusiast) Pat “I remember one time I was play- DiNizio performed a two-hour acous- ing in a town in Idaho. The guy who tic set last week. hired me said the whole community Backed by guitarist Tommy was looking forward to seeing me. Frangione, DiNizio literally made his And whenthe show started, the entire way through the Beatles songbook, community of 12 Amish came to see throwing in The Smithereens, The the show, with me and my gas-stove- Kinks and The Who songs along the powered amp.” way. Pat DiNizio /patdinizio.com DiNizio described the living-room The intimate show, one of four this shows as a chance for him to play and month, was inspired by DiNizio’s explained in an interview with The tell stories about his life and songs, “living-room tours,” in which he trav- Westfield Leader and The Times. “She which he said few artists do anymore. els the country playing at the homes mentioned the idea of house shows, “When an artist tells a story, it makes people sit down and relax,” he said. “And I think that they’re afraid Ring in the New Year that if people relax, they’ll get bored.” No one was bored at Crossroads, though, as DiNizio began the show With Westfield Symphony with a heartfelt speech about John Courtesy of Jacque Bourke WESTFIELD – On Friday, adults to reminisce to songs they all Lennon, who was killed 30 years ago CHRISTMAS IS SAVED...The students of Holy Trinity Interparochial School’s Drama Club presented The Best Christmas December 31, at 7 p.m., under the know, for kids to enjoy some of the that very day. He then began the show Pageant Ever, directed by Paul O’Connor, on December 10 and 11 to rave reviews. The students portrayed how the horrible baton of Maestro David Wroe, the more peculiar characters to grace with one of Lennon’s most-beloved Herdman children steal, burn down buildings and generally terrorize the neighborhood until an innocent comment brings Westfield Symphony Orchestra Broadway’s stage and for all to revel Beatles songs, “You’ve Got to Hide them into church. The Herdmans find themselves starring in the annual Christmas pageant. Soon, even the congregation (WSO) will again present its New may find themselves running for cover. Who would have guessed that the parents, teachers, children and especially the in some of America’s finest musical Your Love Away.” Herdmans could end up discovering the true meaning of Christmas? A series of disasters turned into what everyone comes Year’s Eve musical celebration. theater composers, outstanding guest The performance was amazing, a to agree was The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Picured, from left to right, are Russell Weber, Daniel Scalia, Shannon This year’s performance, “The vocal performers and a fully combination of DiNizio’s clear ad- Wieszczek, Kristen Hughes, Nicole Ferrer and Nina Dixon. Great American Songbook,” offers professional orchestra led by Maestro miration for the song craft and the a revue of American musical Wroe. excellent playing of Frangione (a theater classics presented in The WSO recommends that audi- Beatles fanatic who plays with symphonic splendor. ence members make reservations as DiNizio in the tribute band, the Scotch Manhattan Gallery Selects A host of renowned guest vocalists soon as possible, as tickets are selling Plainsmen). from Broadway and beyond will join fast, and last year’s concert was a The two men had excellent on- WSO to perform a range of sell-out. stage chemistry as well, as DiNizio Cranford Artist’s Work showstoppers such as “The Pink Pan- Tickets in advance are $35 for told how the only Beatles question CRANFORD – Cranford artist lery. The exhibit will run through Janu- ther” and Cab Calloway’s “Minnie The general admission and $65 for pre- that could stump Frangione would be Theodosia Tamborlane has been se- ary 17, 2011. Moocher,” as well as a variety of hits ferred seating ($40 and $70 at the to name the crowd members at Shea lected to exhibit her painting “Red This exhibit is an annual show spon- and some surprises from timeless mu- door, if available.) Tickets may be Stadium when the lads from Liverpool Balloon” (image at left) at the Manhat- sored by the Art Students League of sicals that have captivated successive purchased directly from the WSO highlighted their 1965 tour by play- tan Borough President’s Office Gal- New York City, with which Ms. generations, including Chicago, Jekyll by calling (908) 232-9400 or visit- ing at the now-demolished home of Tamborlane is currently affiliated. Ex- and Hyde, Les Miserables, Phantom, ing the office at 224 East Broad the Mets. Silverman Stars hibition Director Leah McCloskey Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Sweet Adeline, Street in Westfield, between 10 a.m. The two continued with another chose “Red Balloon,” an abstract paint- Carousel, Guys and Dolls, Company and 3 p.m., on weekdays. Tickets are Lennon-penned song, “Strawberry “Red Balloon” In Saratoga Springs ing comprised of oil and acrylic on and more. also available from The Town Book- Fields Forever,” which kept all of its WESTFIELD – Westfield’s Dara wood, which was designed by Ms. An event for the whole family, this store in Westfield and Martin Jewel- majesty even in a simple acoustic Silverman, a sophomore theater major Tamborlane to recall one of her favorite is a friendly cabaret–style concert for ers in Cranford. version. The tone then changed with at Skidmore College, was recently fea- children’s stories, “The Red Balloon.” the Smithereens’ “Blue Period” then tured in the college’s fall production of This story encourages children to switched back with “It’s Only Love.” Beckettshorts, Six Short Plays by follow their dreams even if adults seem In between songs, DiNizio made Samuel Beckett. to disapprove. Through her painting, note of how many people he had Considered one of the key writers in Ms. Tamborlane asks the viewer to grown up with were in attendance at the “Theatre of the Absurd,” Beckett recall childhood dreams realized and Crossroads, as he even called out might have particularly enjoyed the unrealized. former grade-school classmates. creative staging of the production in the Ms. Tamborlane has her paintings in The music of course was the focus, college’s Tang Teaching Museum and personal collections in the United States as the two-man group continued Art Gallery. Ms. Silverman was fea- and the Netherlands. She is a selected through Buddy Holly’s “Well tured in three of the six short plays, member of the New Century Artists Alright,” the Beatles’ “In My Life,” including a solo performance in Gallery and a member of the Pen and “Norwegian Wood” and “Because,” Beckett’s 1963 piece entitled, “Breath.” Brush gallery in New York City, the as well as Apple Records artists She also appeared in Skidmore’s Contemporary Art Group of New Jer- Badfinger’s “No Matter What” and main stage fall 2009 drama, The Women, sey, the Woodbridge Artisan Guild, and Peter and Gordon’s “A World With- and the spring 2010 world premiere of Studio Montclair. out Love.” Ironically, the “Apple” Nunky Gruel. A 2009 graduate of She accepts commissions and can be songs were actually written by Westfield High School, she is the daugh- reached at [email protected], Lennon/Paul McCartney. “Ombrello’s Nature’s World” ter of Trudy and Marty Silverman. Tamborlane.com and (908) 276-4967. None of the songs strayed from their original sound, a token rule of DiNizio, who has expressed distaste Courtesy of Jayne Book Salomon SANTA’S ON A DIET?...Santa certainly deserves a treat this Christmas, but as for artists who “get bored with their our resident food columnist writes, “more importantly, he deserves to be healthy.” sound and messed with their fans’ Remember to leave low-fat or skim milk to go along with these delicious low-fat heads on classic songs.” oatmeal cookies. To learn how they are made, see page 17 and read Ms. Salomon’s It’s been a strict rule of the food column. Smithereens not to bring new styles into the band, and it was a good rule this night, as DiNizio, for the first time, sang Lennon’s unchangeable CHRISTOFFERS “Imagine” with a coda of “Give Peace a Chance.” Established 1976 After a few more songs from the and The Friends of Westfield Symphony Orchestra present Beatles (“Dear Prudence”), the Kinks (“A Well-Respected Man,” with vo- 860 Mountain Avenue cals from friend Frank Leman) and the Smithereens (“Only a Memory,” Mountainside NJ 07092 “Blood and Roses”), DiNizio and 908-233-0500 company took a short break. DiNizio returned with solo perfor- mances of “Behind the Wall of Sleep” and the sing-a-long, “Top of the Pops,” Christmas has arrived at Christoffers before venturing into The Who, with ANNUAL “Behind Blue Eyes.” This led to a great moment, in which DiNizio asked Frangione, “Tommy, can you 50% OFFCome SALE see the magic hear me?” The two played on, until they hit behind the windows. the only sour point of the night, at- A New Year’s Eve celebration of American musical theater classics tempting Lennon’s “Happy BEGINS MONDAY BeautifulJULY Flowers,26TH Gifts, Xmas(War is Over).” The song featuring guest stars direct from the Broadway stage seemed to be in a difficult key for @ 9:00AM& Home Decor to fit DiNizio, as he sounded breathy and Friday, December 31st, 2010 at 7PM every budget. strained when singing the chorus. Luckily, it was a momentary lapse, as Westfield High School Including Selected - Giftware, Home Decor, he returned to strong form with “Here Comes the Sun,” “The Seeker” and Advance tickets $35 and $65 ($40 and $70 at door) Free Parking “The Kids are Alright.” Frames, Greeting Cards,Free GiftJewelry, wrapping Then, for the fans who had arrived CALL 908.232.9400 late, DiNizio ended with a reprise of Silk Wreaths, Doormats, Rugs, Baskets, “Imagine/Give Peace a Chance” be- Visit our ticket outlets (cash or check only); And as always.. free fore staying to sign autographs, prov- advice. ing he is a rarity of rock – a musician The Town Book Store: 270 East Broad Street, Westfield Cachepots, Shelves & much more who recognizes how lucky he is and loves the people who gave him suc- Martin Jewelers: 12 North Avenue West, Cranford cess. www.christoffersflowers.com DiNizio has two more shows at the www.westfieldsymphony.org Crossroads lined up, one last night HOURS: MON. - FRI. 9:00 - 5:30 • SAT. 9:00 - 5:00 and one on December 22. 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