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USPS 680020 Published Every Thursday OUR 112th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 23-112 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, February 14, 2002 Since 1890 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Parking Lot Plans Weighed By Residents, Temple Reps.

By DEBORAH MADISON Rabbi Charles Kroloff, Temple as spokesperson for the members of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader President Steve Rosenberg and UNITE. He explained that the resi- The Community Room of the Temple Executive Director Carolyn dents objected to the temple’s pur- Westfield Municipal Building was Shane attended on behalf of the chase of the 1.1 acres residential lot, filled with more than 75 individuals temple. Approximately 25 of UNITE adjacent to the temple, with the in- on Sunday evening, as Westfield resi- were present. Other residents of the tentions of adding 100 parking spaces dents and representatives from temple neighborhood, as well as a to their existing 60-space lot. Temple Emanu-El discussed the small group of interested parties from Councilman Albano stated that a temple’s parking lot expansion plans. outside the area, comprised the bulk parking lot of that size did not belong The meeting was arranged by resi- of the attendees. in a residential neighborhood and dents of the group called UNITE or Second Ward Councilman Mat- would destroy the quality of life, United Neighbors Investigating thew Albano, who is a resident of the depreciate the value of their homes Temple Expansion. neighborhood, opened the meeting and negatively impact safety in their community. The temple has approximately 1,130 member families, which is re- Delay In State Budget portedly the largest membership of any synagogue in New Jersey. Mr. Rosenberg confirmed that the To Have Local Impact temple has entered into a contract with real estate developer Michael By HORACE CORBIN McGreevey until Tuesday, March 26, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Mahoney to purchase the adjacent to transmit his first state budget to residential property in question, In an apparent move to obtain more the Legislature. Current law provides predicated on town approval. time to cope with the New Jersey that the budget message must be “This proposal will increase drain- state budget shortfall and to deal transmitted to the Legislature by Nermene Simaika for The Westfield Leader age and noise problems, will attract PARTY PRIDE…On Tuesday evening, the Union County Republican Party held its traditional Lincoln Day celebration with impacts of administration February 15 in gubernatorial inau- exhaust and increase serious traffic at The Westwood in Garwood. Several Republican state leaders were in attendance. Pictured, above, former Acting changes, the Legislature has passed guration years. and safety problems,” Mr. Albano Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco accepts the spirited gift of a ceramic elephant, the party’s mascot, while Union County Senate Bill S-671 on an emergency On Monday, February 11, the State stated. He also said that the temple Republican Chairman Ron Frigerio looks on. basis. Assembly passed the bill by a vote of did not testify that they needed an The bill gives Governor James E. 47 to 29. The bill was passed in the additional parking lot during State Senate on January 15 by a vote Westfield Planning Board hearings, of 36 to 0. which occurred several years prior, George Washington and History Council Was Senate Bill S-671 was sponsored when the temple applied for a build- by Senators Wayne R. Bryant and ing expansion. Robert E. Littell, Co-Chairmen of Rabbi Kroloff expressed the To Deliberate the Senate Budget and Appropria- temple’s position that during previ- Are On Trial With The NJEA tions Committee. The bill has been ous planning board hearings, the On Budget, presented to Governor McGreevey temple told the board that their build- By DEBORAH MADISON Sanders has been attempting to get a were to then fund additional por- for his signature and enactment into ing expansion would not increase Specially Written for The Westfield Leader bill passed that would allocate traits, one for every classroom, law. The Governor is expected to membership and would therefore not A controversy over the best meth- $135,000 in state monies to fund one through private sector and corporate Resolutions sign it soon. increase parking needs. However, he ods of teaching traditional American portrait of George Washington for donations. This state delay of budgeting has stated that insufficient parking for By NANCY CROSTA LANDALE resulted in several local ramifica- history has been heating up as the each of New Jersey’s 600 school After the bill passed through two Specially Written for The Westfield Leader the temple has been an issue for more result of a movement to place por- districts to honor the 200th anniver- committees of the State Assembly, tions. Particularly, the date for sub- than 20 years. traits of General George Washington Observing Lincoln’s Birthday mission of state aid details to local He explained that the building ex- sary of the First President’s death. the Educational Committee of the on Tuesday, February 12, the in every classroom in New Jersey Mr. Sanders explained that his in- New Jersey Senate voted against the public school systems has been de- pansion and the parking lot expan- schools. Westfield Town Council held its layed. The delay will cause post- sion were only playing catch-up with tentions were to stimulate a revival bill proposed by Mr. Sanders. He regular weekly meeting last night. As innocuous and positive for edu- of honoring the Founding Fathers believes that the bill was squelched ponement of school board elections their existing membership, which has cation as this proposal sounds, it has As of press time, and accord- and school budget votes. not grown in five years. and serve to remind us of “the ideals, by undue influence on the Senate ing to the agenda drafted for drawn criticism and unlikely oppo- devotion and love of country that Committee by the leadership of the Candidate filings for school board Rabbi Kroloff also expressed that nents from the educational sector. Wednesday’s meeting, the gov- elections were due on Monday, Feb- their chief concerns were the safety were so strongly exemplified by our New Jersey Education Association erning body planned to deliber- Mountainside resident William nation’s first President.” His plans (NJEA), which opposes the project ruary 25. School board budgets can- of their congregants as well as traffic ate on a resolution establishing CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 on baseless grounds, he claimed. the Town of Westfield Redevel- He maintained that since New Jer- opment Agency and designating sey was the crossroads of the Ameri- the council as the Redevelop- can Revolution and a home to George ment Agency as per state statute. Washington’s most heroic accom- This measure is taken in further- plishments, it would be a very posi- ance of the council’s examina- tive example to set for the rest of the tion of land redevelopment to nation for New Jersey to participate address the parking issue. in his proposal. The council was to consider an A spokesperson for the NJEA, ordinance regulating smoking at Karen Josephs, told The Westfield the Memorial Pool Complex. The Leader and The Times of Scotch ordinance includes fines ranging Plains–Fanwood that the NJEA op- from $50 to $100 for a first vio- poses Mr. Sander’s project for sev- lation up to $250 to $500 for eral reasons. three or more violations. First, she contended that merely In addition, the council was hanging portraits in a building would scheduled to discuss a resolution have no educational value. Secondly, increasing the contract price paid she stated that the money could be to Suburban Building Company spent in better ways, especially tak- for the construction of a new ing into account New Jersey’s bud- restroom at Tamaques Park by getary crisis. $14,559.30, to $134,059.30. Finally, she pointed out that sin- Courtesy of William Sanders A resolution for an amended PRESERVING HISTORY…Circa 1999, William Sanders of Mountainside gling out one individual was “insult- temporary budget also was on Brooks Crandall for The Westfield Leader began to establish a program to preserve and value the history of America’s ing to other, equally important his- the agenda. The Local Budget OLD-FASHIONED VALENTINE…Last Sunday, Cubs Scouts learned about founding fathers. Pictured, left to right, are: current State Senator Richard torical figures, which children should Colonial-era valentines at the Miller-Cory House Museum in Westfield. The Act requires a temporary budget program was one of several holiday-themed events which are held at the local Bagger, Mr. Sanders, former Governor Christine Todd Whitman, former also learn about.” to be established when payments Acting Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco, and late State Assemblyman Alan “There are better ways to teach landmark during the year. Costumed docents offer tours of the 1740 farmhouse, Augustine during the insipient phase of the program. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 which showcases how life was in New Jersey two centuries ago. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Westfield School Days Preliminary Public School Calendar - September, 2002 through August, 2003

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Calendar Notes: September; 2nd is Labor Day, 6th Teachers start, 9th Students start, 16th is Yom Kippur: October; 14th is Columbus Day, 23 grades K-5 half day - others parent conferences: November; 7-8th Teacher Professional Days, 19th grades K-5 half day - others parent conferences, 27th half day: December; 24-31 Christmas, 1/1 Kwanzaa: January; 1st New Year’s Day, 20th Martin Luther King Day: February; 17th Presidents’ Day: March 12th Half day: April; 15th School Board and Budget Election, 17-25 Spring Vacation including Passover and Easter: May; 26the Memorial Day: June; 24th Graduation, 26th Last day for teachers. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, February 14, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Scotch Plains-Fanwood BOE Is Hopeful Of Contract Settlement With SPFEA By DEBORAH MADISON cern over the rapid rise in property taxes, Dr. Donald Sheldon told The Times that that they hoped the process would come Specially Written for The Westfield Leader driven primarily by the escalating cost of the plan has to be made congruent with to a resolution during the next meeting, SCOTCH PLAINS -- Negotiations public education. today’s waning economy. because no one wants the process to with a state-appointed mediator, over the According to Mr. Porter, the next step “The teachers and their union leaders escalate to the next step, which would course of six months of meetings, have in the process has been the hiring of a need to recognize that, in this economy, require the board to impose its decision failed to bring about an agreement in professional Fact Finder, with more ex- it is not realistic for the district to con- on the district. Scotch Plains-Fanwood between the pertise in settling this type of situation. If tinue to provide the same costly benefits “This Fact Finder was successful three Teacher’s Association union and the the Fact Finder’s attempts to negotiate a it has in the past,” Dr. Sheldon stated. years ago, and I am confident that we will Board of Education. settlement fail, he will then write a non- Other districts, as well as most of the find common ground,” Mr. Porter re- “The protracted teacher contract ne- binding recommendation. Both sides will business sector, have had to switch to a marked. gotiations in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood have an opportunity to accept or reject more cost-effective method of providing Mr. Porter said that the board has Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader school district will hopefully come to a that recommendation, Mr. Porter ex- health coverage, which includes em- received hundreds of emails from par- THE SAMBA GRILL COMES TO DOWNTOWN WESTFIELD…Marcelo resolution in the near future,” Board of plained. ployee-contributions to defray the cost, ents, concerned about the delay in reach- Oliveira, left, and Mgr. Giovani Santana present the house specialty, Rodizio the Education Contract Committee Chair- The Fact Finder conducted the first Mr. Porter explained. ing a settlement. Churraco. Rodizio, a buffet of various types of meats, is a traditional Brazilian person, Lance Porter, told The Times of meeting on February 2 and the next fact- “The teachers’ union needs to recog- The teachers have participated in sev- dish. Scotch Plains - Fanwood. finding meeting will be held on February nize that every district has been affected eral job actions resulting in their reduced Union leader, Edward Leonard of The 20. by the current economic crunch,” Dr. participation in extra-curricular school Scotch Plains-Fanwood Teacher’s Asso- “The district came to this point three Sheldon added. activities, such as after-school confer- ciation (SPFEA), did not return calls to years ago, with the same Fact Finder, and When asked why this district seems to ences, class-trips, bulletin board decorat- Bagger, Kean and Munoz The Times when sought to comment on the contracts were resolved by him at this have had a history of protracted negotia- ing and others. Several teachers have the stalemated talks. point in the process,” Mr. Porter stated. tions, Mr. Porter commented that, “the discussed their job actions with students Many parents have expressed their The major conflict in settling the nego- board changes members every three in the classroom, when asked by students Schedule Open House concerns, both in “Letters To The Editor” tiations has been disagreement over the years. There have been different issues why activities have been reduced or elimi- WESTFIELD — Senator Rich- officials. of The Times and at board meetings that health benefits package, Mr. Porter said. each time, so that question is difficult to nated, this year. ard H. Bagger, Assemblymen Tho- Assemblyman Munoz’ office is the quality of education falters when The board’s position has been that it is answer.” He commented that the union Mr. Porter said that he understands mas H. Kean, Jr. and Eric Munoz, located at the legislators’ satellite teachers’ contracts remain unsettled. Sev- unrealistic for the teachers to expect that leaders have made inflammatory com- the public’s anxiety about the delay, representing the 21st Legislative office, located at 57 Union Place, eral parents have encouraged both sides the district can continue to afford to con- ments in the paper, which are not in the but that the board has a responsibility District, will hold an open house Suite No. 207, Summit. Assem- to settle quickly, at any cost. Other resi- tribute 100 per cent for a traditional-type best interest of resolving this situation. to be fiscally prudent to the taxpay- on Sunday, February 24, to mark blyman Kean moved from his pre- dents in the district have expressed con- health insurance plan. Board President, Both Dr. Sheldon and Mr. Porter said ers. the opening of their new legisla- vious office in Scotch Plains, tive office at 203 Elm Street in which is not in the district, to the Westfield. new location on January 23. The new office is located down- The open house will be held George Washington, History stairs from the previous office from 2 to 4 p.m. and refreshments occupied by Senator Bagger. In- will be served. cluded are private offices for Sena- All three legislators, their staffs, Are On Trial With The NJEA tor Bagger and Assemblyman as well as countless elected offi- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Kean and a conference room for cials, will be in attendance. The history and the whole notion of ment by the State would carry weight and meetings with constituents and community is invited to attend. spending this money for portraits is make his mission easier. frivolous,” she stated. He claimed that accurate and thor- Mr. Sanders said that this type of ough American history began to disap- egalitarianism fails to recognize the great- pear from the history books in the 1960’s est leader of America’s history and the due to the influence of leftist groups of origins of our great nation. He claimed that era and a change in leadership in the Delay In State Budget that Ms. Joseph’s position reflects a re- NJEA. cent trend in educational curriculum to Mr. Sanders said that since then, statis- water-down, exclude and change signifi- tics bear out how ignorant of history our To Have Local Impact cant historical facts in the interest of children have become. According to Mr. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 being politically correct. Sanders, in a survey of fourth graders, not be prepared at this time without basis,” Senator Bagger remarked. “Our Founding Fathers are being ex- seven out of 10 students thought that knowledge of the state aid figures. No Assemblyman Eric Munoz of Sum- cluded from the history books in favor of Illinois, California or Texas were among revised schedule is known at this time. mit told The Leader and The Times that teaching a more pluralistic, but inaccu- the 13 original colonies. Six out of 10 School board elections and a public state aid for school systems is a diffi- rate version of history,” he claimed. “We students had no idea why the pilgrims vote on the annual school budgets cult issue, particularly in areas where are so afraid of offending, that we de- came to America, and only 7 percent of were scheduled for Tuesday, April 16. the aid does not effectively get to the prive American children of the truth.” fourth graders could identify “an impor- The statutory deadline for school dis- students. Mr. Sanders stated that the state De- tant event” that took place in Philadel- tricts to submit their 2002-2003 bud- Assemblyman Thomas Kean, Jr. of partment of Education, which has a board phia in 1776. gets to the County Superintendent of Westfield said state budget delays have that establishes core curriculum stan- Further, in recent tests administered to Schools for review is Monday, March occurred before, but that the extent of dards for the state, has recently decided high school seniors, only one in 10 could 4, of this year. This requirement can- this delay will cause cascading effects. to exclude the majority of history regard- be considered proficient in American not be met due to the state budget ing the Founding Fathers from the cur- history. Only one in four Americans can School board elections and public vot- riculum in addition to changing and twist- recognize whose picture is on the $1 bill. delay. ing to approve budgets will be delayed, ing other historical facts and events. In recent years, opponents to outward Republican State Senate President and he could not predict for how long. Mr. Sanders believes that this trend is displays of patriotism in schools have Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader John Bennett told The Westfield Leader He confirmed that school boards must a great disservice to the education of our spoken out against the alleged inaccura- WESTFIELD WINNER…During the Little Opera Company of New Jersey’s and The Times of Scotch Plains- submit their budgets to the County children. cies of traditional American history. These competition for vocal excellence, which was held at The Presbyterian Church in Fanwood that the formula for state aid Superintendent of Schools by March A previous bill to have school children educational reformers claim that tradi- Westfield on Saturday, Westfielder Sarah Szollar took home the bronze medal for schools is so indeterminate that it is 4. Now, this is not possible, he said. memorize and recite the preamble to the tional history books portray a very ethno- in the 7-9-year-old category. Pictured, left to right, are: Mark Szollar, Sarah and impossible for school systems to be Assemblymen Munoz and Kean Declaration of Independence was also centric version of history that is cultur- Mary Szollar. able to calculate what might be their voted against Bill S-671 to delay sub- opposed by the NJEA and declined by ally biased. fair share of state aid. “So, it leaves mittal of the budget by the Governor. the Senate last summer for similar rea- Specifically, they point out that history them up in the air,” said Senator Senator Bagger was not present for the sons, Ms. Josephs admitted. has been written with a decided focus Bennett. vote on this bill on January 15 due to “We don’t demonize the Founding away from the significant contributions Parking Lot Plans Weighed Senator Richard Bagger of Westfield inauguration activities. Fathers, but history lessons need to be of religious minorities, people of color told The Leader and The Times that The Union County Superintendent put in the proper perspective. One reason and women. Similar criticisms have been each school system was advised that of Schools, Glenn A. Tillou, is on we study history is to evaluate events in made against the Declaration of Inde- By Residents, Temple Reps. pendence for referring to the equality of they were to be “held harmless,” mean- vacation until next Tuesday and could the correct context,” Ms. Joseph stated. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 men, not women and the presumption ing that they are to expect the same not be reached for comment. “Memorizing speeches or hanging up safety and parking issues for the entire times that comments and questions relat- absolute amount of state aid as last Senator Joseph Suliga’s office prom- one portrait has no education value,” she that it did not apply to minorities. neighborhood. Other historians, however, have ing to temple statistics, the number of year. ised that the Senator will provide his claimed. He related that several injuries have out-of-town temple members, the per- When asked if the NJEA had influ- claimed this was not the intention of the occurred due to congregants having to This can create difficulties for dis- comment on the matter to this newspa- ence on the decisions of the Educational creators of the Declaration, but the im- centage of Westfield’s Jewish population tricts with increased enrollments com- per, but the Senator was not available park several blocks away due to icy or the relevance of large social events to Committee of the State Senate, Ms. pression that the Founding Fathers repre- sidewalks and poor lighting at night. pared to last year such as Westfield at press time. Senator Suliga’s district sented a justification of slavery, racism the practice of Judaism were a violation Josephs said that she hoped so and that Insufficient parking also resulted in a of First Amendment rights. Thus, he said and Scotch Plains-Fanwood, the Sena- includes Scotch Plains and Fanwood. their lobbyists would continue to explain and sexism, still lingers. tor said. Assemblywoman Linda d. Stender, fatality when a nanny for a Westfield that questions or comments of this nature their position to the State legislature. Mr. Sanders claimed that this family, Anna Tkacova of Perth Amboy, “It would be more logical if the whose district also represents Scotch misperception is not accurate and the were not appropriate. Mr. Sander’s opinion is that the NJEA was killed when attempting to cross East Several residents voiced their opinion school districts were held harmless Plains and Fanwood, could not be leadership and the State Senators, which solution to the misinformation is to clarify with an absolute amount on a per pupil Broad Street at Jefferson Avenue to pick that such questions were relevant to traf- reached for comment at press time. he claimed are unduly influenced by the and add to history, not eliminate it, as the up children from the Hebrew School in “NJEA is ignorantly promoting,” he said. fic concerns, and that the comments were NJEA, are not representing their con- February 1999. innocuous in nature. stituents. “I can’t believe that some people Mr. Sanders claims that this egalitari- “Some of our older members can no WESTFIELD anism has watered down the traditional Rabbi Kroloff stated during the meet- want to throw stones at our Founding longer attend important life-cycle events ing and in a written statement, which he Fathers,” he said. “They are responsible education of history to include only 10 because of the insufficient parking situ- POLICE BLOTTER percent of its pre-1960s content. issued after the meeting, that “a few of for everything that makes this country as ation,” he said. He maintained that by the comments from those in attendance great as it is today.” “History is history. You can’t change increasing the parking spaces from 60 to WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Luciano was additionally charged with it,” Mr. Sanders claimed. “You can cor- were clearly offensive, and that he wished Mr. Sanders said that many educators 160, many congregants would be able to others would have spoken out against • Gail R. Dietz, 44, of Westfield possession of less than 50 grams of and local school districts have been re- rect misinformation, but it is a grave was arrested at Clover Street and Pine marijuana. All were released on their park closer. those types of remarks.” ceptive and want to participate in dis- disservice to our children to eliminate it However, residents contend that a 100- Grove Avenue and charged with driv- own recognizance. playing George Washington portraits. for fear of offending someone.” Several members of the audience ob- • An Edgar Road resident reported space increase would hardly resolve the jected to the insinuation that they were ing under the influence of an alcoholic He has been carrying out his project with “How much dumber do we want our beverage. She was released with a sum- the theft of $950 in assorted jewelry parking problems during High Holy being anti-Semitic. from an upstairs bathroom sometime private funding, but said that endorse- children to be?” Mr. Sanders asked. “We Holidays, special events or most Friday mons. have people in positions of power putting “We’re not anti-Semitic,” Tremont THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7 during Christmas Day. nights, when attendance at the Temple is Avenue resident Dominic Fontana ex- • Amilcar Berrios, 27, of New York SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9 together core curriculum who have no well in excess of 400 families. concept of what is accurate,” he stated. claimed. “We’re just anti-parking lot!” City was arrested and charged with driv- • A Summit Avenue resident re- Several UNITE members told the Several other residents voiced their ing while intoxicated in the 1100 block ported that $450 in cash was stolen Westfield The bill is due to be reintroduced this temple leaders that they have often been session, but must go back to the Assem- position that they would be fighting this of Central Avenue. He was released on from his master bedroom. blocked into or out of their driveways proposal whether it was a church or a his own recognizance. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10 bly and start from the beginning, Mr. due to cars parking illegally or idling in • Sanders explained. In the interim, he is supermarket imposing a parking lot on Dennis Ahle, 48, of Roselle Park was A bicycle was reported stolen from Council the street, waiting to pick up temple their residential neighborhood. arrested and charged with allowing an outside a business in the 200 block of continuing to seek funding from private CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 members. Many residents expressed their UNITE group members emphasized intoxicated person to operate a motor East Broad Street. sources for his portraits in the schools opinion that a larger parking lot would vehicle, for allegedly permitting Berrios MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11 or commitments are made before final project. To date, he has placed 60 por- that inflammatory comments made dur- • The owner of a Springfield Avenue adoption of the current year’s budget. attract more temple members. They con- ing the meeting were from persons not to drive his car. Ahle also was released traits in New Jersey Schools. tended that this would exacerbate the on his own recognizance. business reported that his wallet, con- Accordingly, the resolution provides He has also presented portraits to sev- part of their group, and that these com- FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8 taining $50 and credit cards, was stolen existing problems, not solve them. ments were not representative of their for appropriations in the sum of eral Governors and State Leaders for Fairacres Avenue resident Liz • Larissa Luciano, 18, of from his establishment. placement in their respective offices. Mr. views. • $6,436,682, representing approxi- Jacobello said that she and her husband Generally, Rabbi Kroloff said he Mountainside, David Yatczyszyn, 18, A Cornwall Drive resident reported mately one-fourth of the total appro- Sanders is scheduled to make a presenta- John Harrington, 19, and Kelan Doyle, that several bags of groceries were sto- bought their house with the hope that the thought that the meeting was very pro- priations in the 2001 budget. The tion of a portrait to the President of the quality of life in their neighborhood would 19, all of Westfield, were arrested at len from her driveway while she was United States in the near future, he said. ductive and a good exchange of views. North and Lenox Avenues and charged inside her house for a few minutes after amendment called for in the resolution not be eroded by uncontrolled develop- He said that the majority of comments returning from the store. concerns an increase of the appropria- Mr. Sanders said that he will fight this ment. with underage possession of alcohol. battle “against the ignorance of the NJEA” were thoughtful and supportive of the tion for the Alliance on Alcoholism & Rabbi Kroloff responded that Westfield reconciliation that the temple was trying Drug Abuse. for as long as it takes for the sake of the was fully developed, and therefore the future of this country. to achieve. Department budget hearings were residents did not need to be concerned Several alternative solutions to the to follow the meeting. According to “I really believe that if we don’t fight that temple membership would continue for this, we will not survive as a nation,” temple’s parking problems were sug- Town Administrator James Gildea, all to grow. He maintained that the need was gested by residents. These included he said. to serve existing members and that the Douglas M. Fasciale budget hearings will be concluded this The NJEA states that its mission is to shuttles to and from nearby parking lots, month and a summary comparing the temple had no intentions of increasing improved lighting and the need for traffic advance and protect the rights, benefits, membership, building size or events. 2001 and 2002 budgets will be made and interests of members, and promote a studies. Certified Civil Trial Attorney available shortly thereafter. There was considerable discussion Mr. Rosenberg suggested that a temple quality system of public education for all regarding the temple’s intended uses of by the Supreme Court of New Jersey Internet users can visit students. committee regularly meet with a resi- www.goleader.com on Friday, Febru- the lot. Rabbi Kroloff and Mr. Rosenberg dents’ committee to address their issues Further, The NJEA said it is a diverse, stated that they did not believe that the lot ary 15, to read the article summarizing democratic organization working to cre- on a regular basis and to insure open lines would be used for building expansions or of communication. He also said that the Wednesday’s meeting prior to its pub- ate an optimal environment to achieve additions in the foreseeable, near future. Concentrating in personal injury lication in print on Thursday, February excellence in public education in New temple is prepared to have their engineer Several residents asked if the temple meet with the residents in order to incor- and malpractice cases. 21. Jersey. would be willing to put that commitment porate their issues and concerns into the into writing in their application before parking lot design plans. Their next step either the planning board or the Westfield in the process will be to hire an engineer, Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP Board of Adjustment. he stated.

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USPS 485200 Published OUR 44TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 07-44 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, February 14, 2002 Every Thursday (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS SP-F BOE Remains Hopeful Of Contract Settlement By DEBORAH MADISON The Fact Finder conducted the first negotiations has been disagreement Specially Written for The Times meeting on February 2 and the next over the health benefits package, Mr. Negotiations with a state-ap- fact-finding meeting will be held on Porter said. The board’s position has pointed mediator, over the course of February 20. been that it is unrealistic for the six months of meetings, have failed “The district came to this point teachers to expect that the district to bring about an agreement in Scotch three years ago, with the same Fact can continue to afford to contribute Plains-Fanwood between the Finder, and the contracts were re- 100 per cent for a traditional-type Teacher’s Association union and the solved by him at this point in the health insurance plan. Board Presi- Board of Education. process,” Mr. Porter stated. dent, Dr. Donald Sheldon told The “The protracted teacher contract The major conflict in settling the CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 negotiations in the Scotch Plains- Fanwood school district will hope- fully come to a resolution in the near future,” Board of Education Con- Delay In State Budget tract Committee Chairperson, Lance Porter, told The Times of Scotch Plains - Fanwood. Union leader, Edward Leonard of To Have Local Impact The Scotch Plains-Fanwood By HORACE CORBIN for his signature and enactment into Teacher’s Association (SPFEA), did Specially Written for The Times law. The Governor is expected to not return calls to The Times when In an apparent move to obtain more sign it soon. sought to comment on the stalemated time to cope with the New Jersey This state delay of budgeting has talks. state budget shortfall and to deal resulted in several local ramifica- Many parents have expressed their with impacts of administration tions. Particularly, the date for sub- concerns, both in “Letters To The changes, the Legislature has passed mission of state aid details to local Editor” of The Times and at board Senate Bill S-671 on an emergency public school systems has been de- Nermene Simaika for The Times meetings that the quality of educa- basis. layed. The delay will cause post- PARTY PRIDE…On Tuesday evening, the Union County Republican Party held its traditional Lincoln Day celebration tion falters when teachers’ contracts The bill gives Governor James E. ponement of school board elections at The Westwood in Garwood. Several Republican state leaders were in attendance. Pictured, above, former Acting remain unsettled. Several parents McGreevey until Tuesday, March 26, and school budget votes. Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco accepts the spirited gift of a ceramic elephant, the party’s mascot, while Union County have encouraged both sides to settle to transmit his first state budget to Candidate filings for school board Republican Chairman Ron Frigerio looks on. quickly, at any cost. Other residents the Legislature. Current law provides elections were due on Monday, Feb- in the district have expressed con- that the budget message must be ruary 25. School board budgets can- cern over the rapid rise in property transmitted to the Legislature by not be prepared at this time without taxes, driven primarily by the esca- February 15 in gubernatorial inau- knowledge of the state aid figures. George Washington and History lating cost of public education. guration years. No revised schedule is known at this According to Mr. Porter, the next On Monday, February 11, the State time. step in the process has been the hir- Assembly passed the bill by a vote of School board elections and a pub- ing of a professional Fact Finder, 47 to 29. The bill was passed in the lic vote on the annual school budgets Are On Trial With The NJEA with more expertise in settling this State Senate on January 15 by a vote were scheduled for Tuesday, April of 36 to 0. type of situation. If the Fact Finder’s 16. The statutory deadline for school By DEBORAH MADISO tive example to set for the rest of the torical figures, which children should attempts to negotiate a settlement Senate Bill S-671 was sponsored districts to submit their 2002-2003 Specially Written for The Times nation for New Jersey to participate also learn about.” fail, he will then write a non-binding by Senators Wayne R. Bryant and budgets to the County Superinten- A controversy over the best meth- in his proposal. “There are better ways to teach recommendation. Both sides will Robert E. Littell, Co-Chairmen of dent of Schools for review is Mon- ods of teaching traditional American A spokesperson for the NJEA, history and the whole notion of spend- have an opportunity to accept or the Senate Budget and Appropria- day, March 4, of this year. This re- history has been heating up as the Karen Josephs, told The Westfield ing this money for portraits is frivo- reject that recommendation, Mr. tions Committee. The bill has been quirement cannot be met due to the result of a movement to place por- Leader and The Times of Scotch lous,” she stated. Porter explained. presented to Governor McGreevey CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 traits of General George Washington Plains–Fanwood that the NJEA op- Mr. Sanders said that this type of in every classroom in New Jersey poses Mr. Sander’s project for sev- egalitarianism fails to recognize the schools. eral reasons. greatest leader of America’s history Council Names Capt. Domanoski As innocuous and positive for edu- First, she contended that merely and the origins of our great nation. cation as this proposal sounds, it has hanging portraits in a building would He claimed that Ms. Joseph’s posi- drawn criticism and unlikely oppo- have no educational value. Secondly, tion reflects a recent trend in educa- nents from the educational sector. she stated that the money could be tional curriculum to water-down, Acting Police Chief of Fanwood Mountainside resident William spent in better ways, especially tak- exclude and change significant his- Sanders has been attempting to get a ing into account New Jersey’s bud- torical facts in the interest of being By KIMBERLY MERZ governing body’s Tuesday, March with,” Chief Carboy remarked. getary crisis. politically correct. Specially Written for The Times bill passed that would allocate 12 regular meeting. Mr. Bard, who recently moved to $135,000 in state monies to fund one Finally, she pointed out that sin- “Our Founding Fathers are being Captain Donald Domanoski was Applause broke out among Toms River, resided in Fanwood for 41 portrait of George Washington for gling out one individual was “insult- excluded from the history books in appointed as Fanwood’s Acting Chief Fanwood police officers at the meet- years. The longtime resident’s many each of New Jersey’s 600 school ing to other, equally important his- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 of Police, longtime Fanwood resident ing after the council unanimously volunteer activities included serving districts to honor the 200th anniver- Richard Bard was honored, and “Free appointed Captain Domanoski as on the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board sary of the First President’s death. Enterprise Week” was proclaimed dur- Acting Police Chief by a 5-0 vote. of Education and the Long Range Mr. Sanders explained that his in- ing the Fanwood Borough Council’s The current Chief of Police, Rob- Planning Committee and as a volun- tentions were to stimulate a revival regular meeting Tuesday night. ert Carboy, will retire on Monday, teer at the Fanwood Recycling Center. of honoring the Founding Fathers However, the public hearing on an July 1, and will be away from head- “He was a terrific asset. I think he and serve to remind us of “the ideals, ordinance supporting a redevelop- quarters as of Tuesday, February 19. viewed himself as a curmudgeon from devotion and love of country that ment plan for a 6.5-acre block of To preserve the continuity, Mr. time to time, but relished the role,” were so strongly exemplified by our downtown property was postponed Whitaker said it was necessary to Councilman Whitaker said, while ex- nation’s first President.” His plans until next month. appoint a Chief for the interim. pressing his gratitude to Mr. Bard for were to then fund additional por- The Borough Council is awaiting “I am sure he (Captain Domanoski) his contributions to the community. traits, one for every classroom, a resolution from the Fanwood Plan- will do a superb job as Acting Police “Dick, thank you very much and a through private sector and corporate ning Board, confirming the board’s Chief and I am sure he will do a great lot of the success of the Recycling donations. January 23 endorsement of the rede- job as Chief, but we haven’t gotten to Center is because of you,” said Coun- After the bill passed through two velopment plan, according to Coun- that point yet,” Councilman Whitaker cilwoman Katherine Mitchell. committees of the State Assembly, cil President Joel Whitaker. commented. Representing the Scotch Plains- the Educational Committee of the The Planning Board is expected to Chief Carboy said he was very Fanwood High School chapter of New Jersey Senate voted against the respond to the council with its reso- pleased with his replacement. DECA, students Naor Chazan and bill proposed by Mr. Sanders. He lution at its Monday, February 18 “I want to thank the council for Michael Hessemer were presented believes that the bill was squelched agenda session, Mr. Whitaker said. A appointing Captain Domanoski as with a proclamation by Mayor Louis by undue influence on the Senate second reading on the redevelop- acting Chief. He is a natural replace- Jung, declaring February 11 to 18 as Committee by the leadership of the ment plan ordinance is slated for the ment for myself; very easy to work CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 New Jersey Education Association (NJEA), which opposes the project on baseless grounds, he claimed. Courtesy of William Sanders PRESERVING HISTORY…Circa 1999, William Sanders of Mountainside He maintained that since New Jer- began to establish a program to preserve and value the history of America’s sey was the crossroads of the Ameri- founding fathers. Pictured, left to right, are: current State Senator Richard can Revolution and a home to George Bagger, Mr. Sanders, former Governor Christine Todd Whitman, former Washington’s most heroic accom- Acting Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco, and late State Assemblyman Alan plishments, it would be a very posi- Augustine during the insipient phase of the program. Police Chief O’Brien Praised by SP Council; DECA Students Honored By FRED ROSSI “wit and humor.” Specially Written for The Times Township Manager Thomas Atkins Scotch Plains Police Chief Tho- listed several attributes, including mas O’Brien, who has headed the Chief O’Brien’s modesty, honesty, police department since 1996, was “excellent work ethic” and the fact saluted by the Township Council on that he “always gave credit to every- Tuesday night for his 38 years of one besides himself.” service. Chief O’Brien, who is retir- With about a dozen members of ing on March 1, was praised first in a his family, including his wife JoAnn, council resolution and then by the present for the ceremony, Chief individual members and others for O’Brien, after offering a joking his service, modesty and sense of thanks to township officials “for humor. memorizing the (laudatory) scripts I Mayor Martin Marks, in present- gave you,” said that “basically I’m ing a plaque expressing the council’s just a cop who was lucky enough to appreciation to Chief O’Brien, told be chief.” him that “you have made an impact He said he would not have been on people’s lives that will last longer” Thomas O’Brien able to rise through the ranks during than the 38 years of service the Chief his 38 years of service without the Chief O’Brien “a true gentleman” Cheri Rogowsky for The Times gave to the community. Police Cap- support of his family and his depart- WELCOME TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD...Luigi Iarussi from “Formals by Luigi,” left, welcomes restaurateur Lin from tain Marshall Nelson, who will be- and singled out his “fairness in deal- mental colleagues. “They’re the ones the new upcoming Main Star Chinese Restaurant on Park Avenue. come Chief of Police in March, called ing with everybody” as well as his CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, February 14, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Residents, Temple Representatives Bagger, Kean and Munoz Schedule Open House WESTFIELD — Senator Rich- officials. Weigh Parking Lot Expansion Plans ard H. Bagger, Assemblymen Tho- Assemblyman Munoz’ office is mas H. Kean, Jr. and Eric Munoz, located at the legislators’ satellite representing the 21st Legislative office, located at 57 Union Place, By DEBORAH MADISON that temple membership would continue the comments from those in attendance temple’s parking problems were sug- Specially Written for The Times District, will hold an open house Suite No. 207, Summit. Assem- to grow. He maintained that the need was were clearly offensive, and that he wished gested by residents. These included on Sunday, February 24, to mark blyman Kean moved from his pre- WESTFIELD -- The Community to serve existing members and that the others would have spoken out against shuttles to and from nearby parking lots, the opening of their new legisla- vious office in Scotch Plains, Room of the Westfield Municipal Build- temple had no intentions of increasing those types of remarks.” improved lighting and the need for traffic tive office at 203 Elm Street in which is not in the district, to the ing was filled with more than 75 indi- membership, building size or events. Several members of the audience ob- studies. viduals on Sunday evening, as Westfield There was considerable discussion jected to the insinuation that they were Mr. Rosenberg suggested that a temple Westfield. new location on January 23. residents and representatives from Temple regarding the temple’s intended uses of being anti-Semitic. committee regularly meet with a resi- The new office is located down- The open house will be held Emanu-El discussed the temple’s park- the lot. Rabbi Kroloff and Mr. Rosenberg “We’re not anti-Semitic,” Tremont dents’ committee to address their issues stairs from the previous office from 2 to 4 p.m. and refreshments ing lot expansion plans. stated that they did not believe that the lot Avenue resident Dominic Fontana ex- on a regular basis and to insure open lines occupied by Senator Bagger. In- will be served. The meeting was arranged by resi- would be used for building expansions or claimed. “We’re just anti-parking lot!” of communication. He also said that the cluded are private offices for Sena- All three legislators, their staffs, dents of the group called UNITE or United additions in the foreseeable, near future. Several other residents voiced their temple is prepared to have their engineer tor Bagger and Assemblyman as well as countless elected offi- Neighbors Investigating Temple Expan- Several residents asked if the temple position that they would be fighting this meet with the residents in order to incor- Kean and a conference room for cials, will be in attendance. The sion. would be willing to put that commitment proposal whether it was a church or a porate their issues and concerns into the meetings with constituents and community is invited to attend. Rabbi Charles Kroloff, Temple Presi- into writing in their application before supermarket imposing a parking lot on parking lot design plans. Their next step dent Steve Rosenberg and Temple Ex- either the planning board or the Westfield their residential neighborhood. in the process will be to hire an engineer, ecutive Director Carolyn Shane attended Board of Adjustment. UNITE group members emphasized he stated. on behalf of the temple. Approximately “We do not intend on applying for any that inflammatory comments made dur- UNITE group members issued a writ- 25 of UNITE were present. Other resi- other usage other than for parking,” Mr. ing the meeting were from persons not ten statement after the meeting express- dents of the temple neighborhood, as Rosenberg told the residents. “However, part of their group, and that these com- ing their belief that the meeting was a well as a small group of interested parties I cannot commit to or predict what will ments were not representative of their “productive exchange.” They also stated from outside the area, comprised the bulk happen 30 years from now,” he added. views. that the UNITE group “is very proud of of the attendees. Mr. Rosenberg said that he would Generally, Rabbi Kroloff said he the strength of the religious institutions Second Ward Councilman Matthew discuss the residents’ request for that thought that the meeting was very pro- of Westfield” and that their concerns Albano, who is a resident of the neigh- condition in writing with the temple board ductive and a good exchange of views. “do not relate to the nature of the insti- borhood, opened the meeting as spokes- and have an answer for the residents in He said that the majority of comments tution.” person for the members of UNITE. He the near future. were thoughtful and supportive of the UNITE group members told The explained that the residents objected to During the meeting, Councilman reconciliation that the temple was trying Westfield Leader that they are in the the temple’s purchase of the 1.1 acres Albano cautioned the audience several to achieve. process of seeking out an attorney to residential lot, adjacent to the temple, times that comments and questions relat- Several alternative solutions to the represent them. with the intentions of adding 100 parking ing to temple statistics, the number of spaces to their existing 60-space lot. out-of-town temple members, the per- Councilman Albano stated that a park- centage of Westfield’s Jewish population ing lot of that size did not belong in a or the relevance of large social events to George Washington, History residential neighborhood and would de- the practice of Judaism were a violation stroy the quality of life, depreciate the of First Amendment rights. Thus, he said value of their homes and negatively im- that questions or comments of this nature Are On Trial With the NJEA pact safety in their community. were not appropriate. The temple has approximately 1,130 Several residents voiced their opinion CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 member families, which is reportedly the that such questions were relevant to traf- favor of teaching a more pluralistic, but sented a justification of slavery, racism largest membership of any synagogue in fic concerns, and that the comments were inaccurate version of history,” he claimed. and sexism, still lingers. New Jersey. innocuous in nature. “We are so afraid of offending, that we Mr. Sanders claimed that this Mr. Rosenberg confirmed that the Rabbi Kroloff stated during the meet- deprive American children of the truth.” misperception is not accurate and the temple has entered into a contract with ing and in a written statement, which he Mr. Sanders stated that the state De- solution to the misinformation is to clarify real estate developer Michael Mahoney issued after the meeting, that “a few of partment of Education, which has a board and add to history, not eliminate it, as the to purchase the adjacent residential prop- that establishes core curriculum stan- “NJEA is ignorantly promoting,” he said. erty in question, predicated on town ap- dards for the state, has recently decided Mr. Sanders claims that this egalitari- proval. to exclude the majority of history regard- anism has watered down the traditional “This proposal will increase drainage SP-F BOE ing the Founding Fathers from the cur- education of history to include only 10 and noise problems, will attract exhaust riculum in addition to changing and twist- percent of its pre-1960s content. and increase serious traffic and safety CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ing other historical facts and events. “History is history. You can’t change problems,” Mr. Albano stated. He also Times that the plan has to be made Mr. Sanders believes that this trend is it,” Mr. Sanders claimed. “You can cor- said that the temple did not testify that congruent with today’s waning a great disservice to the education of our rect misinformation, but it is a grave they needed an additional parking lot economy. children. disservice to our children to eliminate it during Westfield Planning Board hear- “The teachers and their union A previous bill to have school children for fear of offending someone.” Cheri Rogowsky for The Times leaders need to recognize that, in memorize and recite the preamble to the “How much dumber do we want our SCOTCH PLAINS WINNER…During the Little Opera Company of New ings, which occurred several years prior, Jersey’s competition for vocal excellence, which was held at The Presbyterian when the temple applied for a building this economy, it is not realistic for Declaration of Independence was also children to be?” Mr. Sanders asked. “We opposed by the NJEA and declined by have people in positions of power putting Church in Westfield on Saturday, Scotch Plains resident William Shore, 9, took expansion. the district to continue to provide home the gold in the 7-9-year-old category. Pictured with William are his Rabbi Kroloff expressed the temple’s the Senate last summer for similar rea- together core curriculum who have no the same costly benefits it has in the sons, Ms. Josephs admitted. parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Shore of Scotch Plains. position that during previous planning past,” Dr. Sheldon stated. concept of what is accurate,” he stated. board hearings, the temple told the board “We don’t demonize the Founding The bill is due to be reintroduced this that their building expansion would not Other districts, as well as most of Fathers, but history lessons need to be session, but must go back to the Assem- increase membership and would there- the business sector, have had to put in the proper perspective. One reason bly and start from the beginning, Mr. fore not increase parking needs. How- switch to a more cost-effective we study history is to evaluate events in Sanders explained. In the interim, he is Delay In State Budget ever, he stated that insufficient parking method of providing health cover- the correct context,” Ms. Joseph stated. continuing to seek funding from private for the temple has been an issue for more age, which includes employee-con- “Memorizing speeches or hanging up sources for his portraits in the schools than 20 years. tributions to defray the cost, Mr. one portrait has no education value,” she project. To date, he has placed 60 por- To Have Local Impact He explained that the building expan- Porter explained. claimed. traits in New Jersey Schools. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 sion and the parking lot expansion were “The teachers’ union needs to rec- When asked if the NJEA had influ- He has also presented portraits to sev- state budget delay. Assemblyman Thomas Kean, Jr. of only playing catch-up with their existing ence on the decisions of the Educational eral Governors and State Leaders for Republican State Senate President Westfield said state budget delays have ognize that every district has been Committee of the State Senate, Ms. placement in their respective offices. Mr. John Bennett told The Westfield Leader occurred before, but that the extent of membership, which has not grown in five affected by the current economic years. Josephs said that she hoped so and that Sanders is scheduled to make a presenta- and The Times of Scotch Plains- this delay will cause cascading effects. Rabbi Kroloff also expressed that their crunch,” Dr. Sheldon added. their lobbyists would continue to explain tion of a portrait to the President of the Fanwood that the formula for state aid School board elections and public vot- chief concerns were the safety of their When asked why this district their position to the State legislature. United States in the near future, he said. for schools is so indeterminate that it is ing to approve budgets will be delayed, congregants as well as traffic safety and seems to have had a history of pro- Mr. Sander’s opinion is that the NJEA Mr. Sanders said that he will fight this impossible for school systems to be and he could not predict for how long. parking issues for the entire neighbor- tracted negotiations, Mr. Porter com- leadership and the State Senators, which battle “against the ignorance of the NJEA” able to calculate what might be their He confirmed that school boards must hood. mented that, “the board changes he claimed are unduly influenced by the for as long as it takes for the sake of the fair share of state aid. “So, it leaves submit their budgets to the County He related that several injuries have members every three years. There NJEA, are not representing their con- future of this country. them up in the air,” said Senator Bennett. Superintendent of Schools by March 4. occurred due to congregants having to have been different issues each time, stituents. “I can’t believe that some people “I really believe that if we don’t fight Senator Richard Bagger of Westfield Now, this is not possible, he said. want to throw stones at our Founding park several blocks away due to icy side- so that question is difficult to an- for this, we will not survive as a nation,” told The Leader and The Times that Assemblymen Munoz and Kean Fathers,” he said. “They are responsible he said. each school system was advised that voted against Bill S-671 to delay sub- walks and poor lighting at night. swer.” He commented that the union Insufficient parking also resulted in a for everything that makes this country as The NJEA states that its mission is to they were to be “held harmless,” mean- mittal of the budget by the Governor. fatality when a nanny for a Westfield leaders have made inflammatory great as it is today.” advance and protect the rights, benefits, ing that they are to expect the same Senator Bagger was not present for the family, Anna Tkacova of Perth Amboy, comments in the paper, which are Mr. Sanders said that many educators and interests of members, and promote a absolute amount of state aid as last vote on this bill on January 15 due to was killed when attempting to cross East not in the best interest of resolving and local school districts have been re- quality system of public education for all year. inauguration activities. Broad Street at Jefferson Avenue to pick this situation. ceptive and want to participate in dis- students. This can create difficulties for dis- The Union County Superintendent up children from the Hebrew School in Both Dr. Sheldon and Mr. Porter playing George Washington portraits. He Further, The NJEA said it is a diverse, tricts with increased enrollments com- of Schools, Glenn A. Tillou, is on vaca- February 1999. said that they hoped the process would has been carrying out his project with democratic organization working to cre- pared to last year such as Westfield and tion until next Tuesday and could not “Some of our older members can no come to a resolution during the next private funding, but said that endorse- ate an optimal environment to achieve Scotch Plains-Fanwood, the Senator be reached for comment. longer attend important life-cycle events meeting, because no one wants the ment by the State would carry weight and excellence in public education in New said. Senator Joseph Suliga’s office prom- because of the insufficient parking situa- make his mission easier. Jersey. “It would be more logical if the school ised that the Senator will provide his process to escalate to the next step, He claimed that accurate and thor- districts were held harmless with an comment on the matter to this news- tion,” he said. He maintained that by which would require the board to increasing the parking spaces from 60 to ough American history began to disap- absolute amount on a per pupil basis,” paper, but the Senator was not avail- 160, many congregants would be able to impose its decision on the district. pear from the history books in the 1960’s Senator Bagger remarked. able at press time. Senator Suliga’s park closer. “This Fact Finder was successful due to the influence of leftist groups of Fanwood Council Assemblyman Eric Munoz of Sum- district includes Scotch Plains and However, residents contend that a 100- three years ago, and I am confident that era and a change in leadership in the mit told The Leader and The Times that Fanwood. space increase would hardly resolve the that we will find common ground,” NJEA. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 state aid for school systems is a diffi- Assemblywoman Linda d. Stender, parking problems during High Holy Mr. Porter remarked. Mr. Sanders said that since then, statis- Free Enterprise Week. cult issue, particularly in areas where whose district also represents Scotch Holidays, special events or most Friday Mr. Porter said that the board has tics bear out how ignorant of history our The DECA chapter was recog- the aid does not effectively get to the Plains and Fanwood, could not be nights, when attendance at the Temple is received hundreds of emails from children have become. According to Mr. nized with this annual proclama- students. reached for comment at press time. well in excess of 400 families. Sanders, in a survey of fourth graders, tion for its contributions in promot- parents, concerned about the delay seven out of 10 students thought that Several UNITE members told the in reaching a settlement. ing a better understanding of global temple leaders that they have often been Illinois, California or Texas were among The teachers have participated in the 13 original colonies. Six out of 10 economy and the free enterprise Police Chief O’Brien Praised by SP blocked into or out of their driveways due system, therefore promoting free- to cars parking illegally or idling in the several job actions resulting in their students had no idea why the pilgrims reduced participation in extra-cur- came to America, and only 7 percent of dom and a better way of life, the street, waiting to pick up temple mem- proclamation stated. Council; DECA Students Honored bers. Many residents expressed their ricular school activities, such as af- fourth graders could identify “an impor- tant event” that took place in Philadel- Students involved with DECA opinion that a larger parking lot would ter-school conferences, class-trips, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 attract more temple members. They con- bulletin board decorating and oth- phia in 1776. have been interviewing Chief Ex- ecutive Officers and executive mem- who made me shine.” He also thanked Association (NRA) to hold a raffle at tended that this would exacerbate the ers. Several teachers have discussed Further, in recent tests administered to bers in big corporations from around the council for its support over the existing problems, not solve them. their job actions with students in the high school seniors, only one in 10 could a function it is holding at Pantagis Fairacres Avenue resident Liz be considered proficient in American the United States, asking their opin- years. “Working with politicians can Renaissance restaurant in May. Mr. classroom, when asked by students history. Only one in four Americans can ions about the economy, in light of be difficult,” Chief O’Brien said in Jacobello said that she and her husband why activities have been reduced or Kopnicki, the DECA student filling bought their house with the hope that the recognize whose picture is on the $1 bill. the September 11 attacks, accord- concluding his remarks, “but I never in for Councilwoman Samuel, read a eliminated, this year. In recent years, opponents to outward quality of life in their neighborhood would ing to Naor. found that here.” statement on her behalf saying that not be eroded by uncontrolled develop- Mr. Porter said that he under- displays of patriotism in schools have Approximately 60 students have stands the public’s anxiety about spoken out against the alleged inaccura- After the council’s tribute to Chief “while I abhor what the NRA stands ment. conducted workshops at the Terrill O’Brien, members of the DECA Rabbi Kroloff responded that Westfield the delay, but that the board has a cies of traditional American history. These and Park Middle Schools with the for,” she would still vote to approve was fully developed, and therefore the responsibility to be fiscally prudent educational reformers claim that tradi- eighth graders, to help ease their Chapter at Scotch Plains-Fanwood the application because she supported residents did not need to be concerned to the taxpayers. tional history books portray a very ethno- transition into high school and make High School performed their annual the group’s constitutional right to centric version of history that is cultur- better decisions. Discussions were custom of running a full council meet. ally biased. meeting. Specifically, they point out that history led about school violence, drugs Mr. Finkelstein, reading a state- has been written with a decided focus and relationships. Filling the Mayor’s chair on Tues- ment on behalf of both himself and away from the significant contributions “Anything that students have a day night was David Baumwoll. Councilwoman Coronato, said that of religious minorities, people of color problem with. Also mixing in with Robert Mattar sat in for Councilman since they were both NRA members, Douglas M. Fasciale and women. Similar criticisms have been the crowd. Basically, this was a Frank Rossi, Brian Kopnicki filled they would abstain from voting on project to help eighth graders com- made against the Declaration of Inde- in for Councilwoman Geri Samuel, the application. pendence for referring to the equality of ing into the (high) school (to) better Joshua Finkelstein sat in for Coun- Certified Civil Trial Attorney cope, so they don’t feel as nervous,” At the end of the meeting, Mayor men, not women and the presumption cilwoman Paulette Coronato and by the Supreme Court of New Jersey that it did not apply to minorities. Naor explained. Marks read proclamations declaring Other historians, however, have DECA is currently selling dis- Andrew Pavoni filled in for Council- February to be Black History Month claimed this was not the intention of the count cards to help promote the man Guy Celentano. Jay Cordes and the week of February 10 to 17 to Concentrating in personal injury creators of the Declaration, but the im- local businesses of Scotch Plains played the role of the Township be DECA Free Enterprise Week. pression that the Founding Fathers repre- and Fanwood, for $2 each. Manager, while Jack Egan sat in for Mayor Marks, taking the reins af- and malpractice cases. Township Attorney Douglas Hansen ter the meeting’s formal agenda had and Sara Finkelstein filled in for been completed, praised the DECA Township Clerk Barbara Riepe. students and, in an indirect reference Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP The council introduced an ordinance to the incident last month in which Attorneys At Law - A Full Service Firm Good News that will streamline somewhat the pro- five local high school students were Good News cedures for local businesses to renew accused of sexually assaulting a their special use permits. A public hear- middle school student, said, indicat- 40 Paterson Street 116 S. Euclid Avenue But let your”Yes” be “Yes,” ing on the ordinance will be held at the New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Westfield, NJ 07090 ing the DECA students, that “this is And your “No,” “No.” council’s next meeting on February 26. the norm of our Scotch Plains youth. (732) 545-4717 (908) 232-9944 Separately, the debate over gun This is what we expect from our control injected itself into the meet- students and this is what we get.” [email protected] ing during a routine approval of an Those accused of being involved www.hoaglandlongo.com Matthew 5:37 THE GOSPEL application by the New Jersey State in last month’s incident, the Mayor Fund Committee of the National Rifle said, were the exception. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, February 14, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Irish Dinner Dance Slated By Westfield Boosters WESTFIELD — The Westfield fundraising event will help the Boost- School Boosters Association will ers Association support the scholar- sponsor an Irish Dinner Dance on ship and athletic programs of Saturday, March 16, at the Temple Westfield High School. Emanu-El in Westfield, beginning at Tickets for the dinner-dance are 7:30 p.m. available at Taylor & Love Century The dance will include a buffet 21 Realtors, Kehler’s Athletic Bal- catered by Clyne & Murphy. Re- ance, Mike Toth at (732) 680-0425 freshments will be served. or Bill Ludlum (908) 789-9083. The Sensational Soul Cruisers, an For more information about the 11-man horn group with vocalists, organization and its sponsored ac- will provide entertainment. There tivities, please contact the Westfield will also be native Irish folk dancing. Boosters at P.O. Box 594, Westfield, A Sports Memorabilia Auction will 07091 or visit http://westfieldnj.com/ also be held. Proceeds from this boosters. SENIORS SPEAK OUT…Approximately 300 seniors from Union County attended “AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) Speak Out” at the Union Senior Center to urge Congressman Ferguson to push for a prescription drug benefit in Medicare. At the podium, Sy Larson, AARP Rx Advocate, mediated discussions with Congressman Ferguson and Marilyn Askin, AARP Westfield Recreation Events New Jersey State President. Rhythm Social Dance: Learn the evening will consist of dinner, des- Scotch Plains Recreation Events Salsa, Swing, Merengue, Cha-Cha, sert, and dancing. Tickets are $32 Hustle and more. Class runs through per person. A Girls Softball League, Early and 5th grade is last. Please register March 5 on Tuesdays, from 8 to 9 Family Bowling Night: Saturday, Registration will be held from Feb- at the Recreation Office. p.m. Cost is $65 per couple or $40 April 27, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Linden ruary 4-22. The cost is $40 per Baltimore, MD Bus trip will be IN COMMAND…United States Army Captain Joseph W. Boscia, pictured per person. above, is presently Company Commander of Bravo Company in the 20th Lanes. The afternoon includes pizza, person. Regular registration is held Saturday April 13. The bus will Engineer Battalion, First Cavalry Division, at Fort Hood, Tex. He grew up in Mad Science Workshop: Come soda, shoes and two hrs of bowling. from February 25-March 1 and the leave the Municipal Building at Westfield, where his parents, Joe and Sue Boscia, still live. join the world’s leading fun science The fee is $10 per person. fee will be $50 per person. Leagues 8:00 a.m. and travel to Baltimore. provider as he creates hands-on edu- Teen Center: This program is will depend upon enrollment and Enjoy a seafood buffet at cational science experiences. This for high school students on Friday will be determined after all registra- Harborplace, take a guided tour Capt. Joseph Boscia Named workshop will be held from Monday, nights from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. It tion is complete. This league is for and walk freely around the Inner March 25, to Friday, March 29, from features music, movies, pool tables, 3rd-8th grade girls. Games will be Harbor. The bus will return at 9:00 9 a.m. to noon. The cost is $100. video games, ping-pong, foosball, played at township fields. Days and p.m. The fee is $65 per person. Army Company Commander Discount Lift Tickets: Tickets air hockey, big screen television, times will be determined at a later Register now. are available for Camelback, refreshments, lounge area and spe- date. Season will begin on April 6. Montauk, LI trip is Saturday and WESTFIELD – United States leadership and management of all Shawnee, Jack Frost, Blue Moun- cial events. A Senior Bowling league is be- Sunday, April 13 and 14. Accom- Army Captain Joseph W. Boscia is aspects of the 94-member company. tain and Mountain Creek. Night Place: For grades 6 ing formed and will be held on modations will be at the Montauk now the Company Commander of Prior to taking over Bravo Com- NJ Nets vs. The 76ers: Saturday, through 8, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The Fridays at 9:30 a.m. at Linden Yacht club. Lunches will be served Bravo Company (nicknamed the pany, he served as Assistant Opera- March 30, at 1 p.m. The bus will evening features disc jockey, food, Lanes. Individuals must register at the club and at the Vanderbilt Barracudas) in the 20th Engineer tions Officer of the 20th Engineer Bat- depart at 11:30 a.m. Tickets are games, movies, and dancing. The with the Recreation Department. Estate. Tours will occur of the Duck Battalion, First Cavalry Division, at talion for 14 months. For his achieve- $35. cost is $2 in advance and $3 at the There will be a Coaches Certifi- Walk Winery, the Montauk Fort Hood, Tex. ments in that position, he was awarded Devil Hockey Tickets: Discount door. Future dates include Febru- cation Program held on Wednes- Lightouse, the Vanderbilt Museum The company is a mechanized the Army Achievement medal. tickets available for The Devils vs. ary 15, March 22 and May 17. day, March 6 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. and the Museum for Historic Air- combat engineer unit that supports Captain Boscia grew up in The Boston Bruins Sunday, April For more information on the at the High School Multi Purpose craft. The fee is $275 per person front line units. Its mission includes Westfield and graduated with a Bach- 7, at 1:05 p.m. Tickets are $40. above programs, please contact the room; arrive at 6:30 p.m. to regis- based on double occupancy. breaching and laying minefields, elor of Science Degree in Electrical Daddy Daughter Dance: Friday, Recreation Department at 425 East ter. This is a required program if There will be a trip to Gettysburg emplacing and reducing obstacles, Engineering from the University of April 19, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Tav- Broad Street, (908) 789-4080 you wish to be a coach of any sport from August 17-20. Tour includes conducting reconnaissance and routs Dayton. He lives at Fort Hood with ern in the Park in Roselle Park. The www.westfieldnj.net/wrc. for the Parks & Recreation Depart- the battlefield, Hershey Factory, clearance tasks, and digging fighting his wife, Nancy, and daughter, Alexis. ment at any time. There is no fee Lancaster Wax & History Museum. positions for tanks. The couple is expecting their second for Scotch Plains residents although The fee is $580 per person based on In this 18-month assignment, Cap- child in April. The captain’s parents, everyone must have ID. The fee for double occupancy. tain Boscia is responsible for the Joe and Sue Boscia, live in Westfield. non-residents is $25 and can be The Recreation Department is paid the night of the program. Call seeking women’s softball teams for 908 322-6700 ext. 221 to register. this spring season to compete. If The spring Spelling Bee is being interested contact Yvette at 908 654- held on Saturday, March 9 at Park 7131. Middle School. This program is The Recreation Department seeks for 3rd-5th grade children. The 3rd softball officials and summer park grade will begin the competition at counselors. Come to the Recreation. 9:00 a.m., 4th grade will follow Office, if interested. WHEN IT’S CANCER, “WAIT AND SEE” ISN’T WHAT YOU WANT TO HEAR.

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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 14, 2002 Page 3 Colleagues Salute Linda Stender As She Leaves Freeholder Board ELIZABETH — Linda d. Stender hind her seat on the dais that evening level Department of Economic De- bade farewell to the Union County as an additional tribute to her. velopment and the resolution of the Board of Chosen Freeholders on Janu- At the beginning of the meeting, a county incinerator as some of the ary 31, as she formally vacated the resolution was passed making Mrs. highlights of her tenure. seat she had held since 1994 to de- Stender the honorary chairperson of In other business, the board passed vote her energies full time to her the night’s proceedings. Mrs. Stender a resolution waiving the ice rental fee newly-assumed seat in the State As- called the gesture “an unexpected at Warinanco Skating Center for a sembly. pleasure and honor” as she took the game between Westfield and Cranford Mrs. Stender, the senior member gavel from Freeholder Chairman High Schools’ hockey teams, the pro- of the Freeholder Board in terms of Lewis Mingo, Jr. ceeds of which will go to families of service, was elected last November Calling her last meeting “a mixed victims of the September terrorist at- to the State Assembly from the 22nd evening for me,” Mrs. Stender, who tacks who live in those towns. District, a post she was sworn into had served as board Chairwoman in The Freeholders also passed a reso- last month. Her term on the Free- 1997, termed her eight years in Eliza- lution congratulating County Coun- holder Board runs through the end of beth “an incredible journey” that sel Carol I. Cohen on her appoint- this year; it’s expected a successor provided her with “the best opportu- ment as an Administrative Law Judge. will be chosen soon to fill out the nity to be part of a group who had a Jeremiah O’Dwyer was appointed as remainder of the year. vision and wanted to make life better Acting County Counsel, as of Janu- The former Fanwood Mayor was for people in Union County.” ary 31. presented by Freeholder colleagues She singled out the board’s work The Freeholders will hold public with a county flag, flowers and a on shared services, the development hearings this month on the $323.9 plaque recognizing her service to of a magnet school, open space pres- million county budget being pro- Union County. A banner hung be- ervation, the creation of a county- posed for 2002. Besides the first meetings that were held on February

2 and February 5, other sessions will Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times State Republicans Sponsor be held on Tuesdays, February 19 JOVIAL GOP…The Union County Republican Party held its traditional Lincoln Day celebration Tuesday evening at The and 26, at 6 p.m. in the County Westwood in Garwood. Many Republican state leaders were in attendance. Pictured, left to right, are: Frank McDermott Freeholders’ meeting room at 10 of Westfield, Senator Richard Bagger of Westfield, Republican State Senate President John Bennett, Assemblyman New Bills to Battle Sprawl Elizabethtown Plaza. Thomas Kean, Jr. of Westfield and Republican State Chairman Senator Joe Kyrillos, Jr. TRENTON—State Senator Rich- islation, A-1784, that would require ard H. Bagger and Assemblyman New Jersey municipalities to include Union County Announces Thomas H. Kean, Republicans rep- within their six-year master plan re- resenting the 21st District, are spon- view a build out analysis. Such an soring a package of bills that will analysis would project the future Mental Illness Program target the continuing problem of sub- development and redevelopment of urban sprawl in New Jersey. a municipality and its impact on COUNTY — The Alliance for the Westfield area are Marilyn Goldstein The first set of bills, A-397 and S- public infrastructure such as trans- Mentally Ill Of Union County will spon- and Mary-Jo Willemsen. 154, also called the “Intermunicipal portation, water supply and sewers. sor their annual spring NAMI Family- “This course is a wonderful expe- Development Review Act,” would “The build out analysis is a valu- to-Family Educational Program geared rience as it balances basic psycho- establish a process to encourage able tool which offers municipal resi- specifically for families of people diag- education and skill-training with emo- intermunicipal cooperation in plan- dents a clearer vision of future mu- nosed with serious mental illness. tional support, self-care and empow- ning for developments with impacts nicipal growth and development The 12-week-series of classes will erment,” said Ms. Goldstein. “We hope beyond municipal borders, and would based on existing development regu- begin in Westfield on Wednesday, that families with relatives who have establish a procedure for the review lations,” said Assemblyman Kean. March 6, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. in the a serious mental illness will take ad- of such development applications. “In addition, build out analyses dem- conference room of the Westfield Y vantage of this unique opportunity.” “Because of increasing concerns onstrate the consequences of not re- on 220 Clark Street. The course is designed specifi- about traffic, environment, and other vising existing land use regulations.” The course will cover information cally for parents, siblings, spouses, impacts that do not observe munici- The legislators hope that when about schizophrenia, mood disorders teenage and adult children, and sig- pal boundaries, local governments enacted these bills will provide more (bipolar disorder and major depres- nificant others of people with severe should have an effective role in deci- control to officials at the municipal sion), panic disorder and obsessive and persistent mental illness. The sions regarding development appli- level so they can better address in- compulsive disorder, coping skills course is not appropriate for indi- cations in neighboring municipali- creased development in their com- such as handling crisis and relapse, viduals who themselves suffer from ties and counties when such devel- munities and region. basic information about medications, one of the major mental illnesses. FREE PHONE with listening and communication tech- The NAMI Family-to-Family Edu- any new activation opments could adversely affect “I want to thank Senator Bagger with carrying case, them,” said Senator Bagger. and Assemblyman Kean for bringing niques, problem solving skills, re- cation course is free of charge. For car charger and The second set of bills in the pack- smart growth to New Jersey,” said covery and rehabilitation and self- more information or to register, call headset. age, A-398 and S-505, authorizes the Jeff Tittel, New Jersey Sierra Club care around worry and stress. Ms. Goldstein or Ms. Willemsen at adoption of municipal transfer of Chapter President. “This package of The curriculum has been written by (908) 233-1628. development rights programs. The bills will move New Jersey forward an experienced family member men- NAMI- Union County is an affili- legislation would permit municipali- and give municipalities tools to com- tal health professional and the course ate of NAMI- New Jersey, a grassroots ties to direct development toward bat sprawl, protect open space and will be taught by NAMI-Union County statewide consumer coalition of self- designated areas while preserving do better planning. These are impor- family member volunteers who have help support and advocacy groups open space and agriculture. tant bills for the future of New Jer- complete intensive training as course comprised of families, friends and The third set of bills, A-399 and S- sey.” instructors. The co-teachers for the individuals who are affected by per- sistent mental illness. 155, require municipal master plans 132 East Broad St. to be consistent with the State Devel- Through education, support and Westfield, N.J. 07090 Valentine Sale opment and Redevelopment Plan. advocacy activities, NAMI - Union (908) 789 - 5302 County fulfills its mission to im- 20% Off All Accessories The legislation amends the Munici- Mon - Wed, Fri: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. & 10% Off All Palm Products prove the quality of life of individu- Thurs: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. pal Land Use Law of 1975 by requir- Sat: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. ing municipal master plans to be als who suffer from mental illness consistent with the State Develop- and their families while eradicating ment and Redevelopment Plan. Jim Hely stigma and discrimination. 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PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader THE TIMES Underwear Store Controversy of Scotch Plains – Fanwood D — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— D The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and Is Such a Trivial Cause DDTM and the County of Union the Township of Scotch Plains Diction Deception By MARIA WOEHR Underwear is a funny word to a Member of: Member of: Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association young child. They laugh if you say Below are four arcane words, each National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association There are so many important, it. And they should — underwear is with four definitions – only one is cor- Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association brave and generous causes in the a trivial thing. Kids understand that rect. 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Teach free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 offended with my comments here, them they can help the elderly; about All words and correct definitions come from the board game Diction PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. but seriously Victoria’s Secret, an homeless shelters and soup kitchens; underwear store, should not be the about the Humane Society and ani- Deception. Michelle H. LePoidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte most pressing issue in our lives. mal shelters, and about children in Answers to last week’s arcane words. A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER SALES DIRECTOR Is Victoria’s Secret corrupting chil- other countries like Afghanistan. 1. Expergefaction – An awakening or dren? Well honestly, nowadays, what Think about that before barging rousing Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo 2. Dejeuner – A late breakfast or lun- COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING & PRODUCTION isn’t? Kids grow up with television through the front door of Victoria’s cheon Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly and movies and the media. Passing Secret with your four-year-old and 3. Cardecu – Former French coin of OFFICE MANAGER CLASSIFIEDS & LEGALS by a Victoria’s Secret window does begin screaming at the associates silver not teach children to objectify and manager. Put yourself on the SUBSCRIPTION PRICE 4. Halieutics – The study or art of women. Children have to be taught other side of the counter and make fishing One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 that through more than just seeing time to do something great. headless mannequins in the windows PORCATE I’m signing off now from The 1. Obese; rounded of an underwear store. Westfield Leader and The Times, and 2. Pitted or ducted Victoria’s Secret is not Frederick’s moving to Billings, Mont., to pursue 3. Inane; silly Westfield Public School Calendar of Hollywood, with sexually explicit a career with ABC-TV. I’ll miss my 4. Formed in ridges items on display. Whips and chains home of Westfield. Still, I’ll check PROLEGOMENON obviously are not a motif that back from time to time to see what 1. Having a protruding jaw Westfield would pick up on. Secrets and Causes are going on. 2. An introductory remark or a fore- Can Affect Many People In Town word 3. The Cyclops who was blinded by The Westfield Board of Education is wrestling calendar for the middle and lower grades is delayed the Greek hero or the Trojan War, with the public school calendar for next year, made a week after Labor Day, these parents must find a way Letters to the Editor Odysseus difficult due to the construction improvements at the to care for their children during the day or take 4. One who supports a just cause TRABECULATE high school. The construction schedule indicates that vacation from work. Conversely, families with chil- 1. Marked with crossbars the high school won’t be available until September 9. dren in high school may be better able to cope with Reader Believes Progressive Thinking 2. Transporting in a dragging manner The board is considering delaying the start of the the delay. High school students are more likely to be 3. Scaling a cliff or peak` 4. Creeping upon from behind; to public school calendar for all the schools in town. able to take care of themselves for a couple of hours Is Required For Victoria’s Secret ambush They desire to have all the schools in synch with the at the end of the day. Most high school students are PATIBULATED I am a resident and parent in Westfield. At what point do you stop protection by high school calendar. Thus, opening of the interme- also able to care for their younger siblings a few 1. The act of rubbing; massaging My family has enjoyed living here for seclusion or arm them with information. 2. Put to death on the gallows You might try now. They await your diate and elementary schools would also be delayed hours at the end of the afternoon, too. the last 22 years and we, too, were and 3. Incarcerated; arrested under this plan. Perhaps, it may be advantageous for the Westfield still are attracted to the feeling of having objective opinion. 4. Having walked softly; tiptoed a town center that we can enjoy. Approximately 40 percent of the residents in town Board of Education to consider uncoupling the high Gary Farishian Answers will appear in next week’s Unfortunately, over the past several Westfield issue. have children in the public school system. This school calendar from that for the other schools in months, Victoria’s Secret has come un- amounts to about 12,000 people. Many childcare order to avoid compounding potential problems and der fire by some residents. I say this is unfortunate because this does not dis- Parking Lot Project Seen as Element support programs such as those offered at the Y, the to provide more options to cope with the temporary play the sort of progressive thinking that Presbyterian Nursery School and others, will be inconvenience. This may also provide more degrees all of us as Westfielders believe separate In Eventual Urbanization of Westfield impacted by the public school calendar. So, the of freedom in the event that the high school construc- us from other towns. Frankly, it was disturbing that the New York Times dis- Last Sunday’s public meeting with pants made suggestions about providing Westfield Board of Education calendar will affect tion becomes delayed further than planned. played an article concerning opposition representatives of Temple Emanu-El to shuttle service from existing parking many people. When there is a change from the norm The public school calendar is very important to to the store. The amount of time and discuss their parking lot development facilities, including the library, located with this schedule, it must be clear to all involved and everyday life in Westfield. It’s time to think hard, energy some individuals have expended plan at 750 East Broad Street is merely less than one-third of a mile from the could have been used for worthy causes one more example of the impending temple. The library closes at 5 p.m. each advance notice must be given such that the necessary now. Let the Board of Education know your thoughts rather than objecting to this company’s urbanization of Westfield. Friday and could easily accommodate coordination can be achieved. so that they can weigh all the options before making displays. This entire matter does not A lengthy list of large-scale develop- 50 cars for evening services. In many families, both parents work. If the school a final decision on the calendar for next year. show Westfield’s best side. ment projects, including the proposed Temple officials discounted the sug- To shop in the same store at a mall, mixed use parking decks, will dramati- gestion, even though they already pro- buy its merchandise and yet rebuke its cally alter the suburban character of vide shuttle service for elderly mem- presence in town is hypocritical. It is Westfield in the next three to five years bers, and a 10-seat van would be avail- “Where Have You Gone, Old Man Winter?” time for those people to give up this “not if allowed to proceed as envisioned. able for library shuttle service. in my back yard” attitude and address The temple raised important and com- Late night and early morning truck this issue with your children in the proper pelling public safety arguments in support traffic is up considerably along East We’re Mostly Seeing Signs of Spring manner. The walls around our town have of a parking lot for their congregation. But Broad Street due to the recent Garwood long since disappeared and we must is it in the best long-term interests of Shop Rite (development). Impending prepare them for their place in a global Westfield, and the north side of town in development along North Avenue in The calendar tells us that we’re halfway through some way, they’ll still fit in 12 months. society. Your conversation with them particular, to essentially gouge a hole in Garwood, at the former Thomas & Betts the winter season. The Super Bowl has come and This mild winter, really the continuation of a trend will have more of a positive effect than the center of a residential community? site at North Avenue and Chestnut Street; gone. Baseball’s spring training begins in a few days. that dates back several years, has at least allowed your attempt to keep them in a cocoon. At Sunday’s meeting, several partici- the proposed massive development site at North Avenue and Central Avenue, But, although the groundhog (depending on which many of us to avoid the “cabin fever” feel of normal and parking deck proposals, will add one you believe) apparently saw his shadow, thus winters, when it’s been too cold to go outdoors- Alameno Family Thanks Community significant traffic to already crowded signaling six more weeks of winter, we have to ask, sometimes too cold to even run out to warm up the car major corridors. For Support Since September 11 The temple’s proposed parking lot, “Where have you gone, Old Man Winter?” in order to get the family out of the house. while it may resolve their short-term Besides a few days of daytime temperatures in the Instead, downtowns are bustling with shoppers I could not let another week go by The United Fund has taken care of us parking needs, will dramatically alter 20s early in January and a few inches of snow a few and browsers. People can go for walks in the park. without sending this long overdue letter. in countless ways — from setting up our the nature of the surrounding commu- Saturdays back, winter has barely been in evidence. I need to thank the entire Westfield support group, to applying on our behalf nity replacing a large, tree-lined, 1.1 Kids can even ride their bikes without risking frost- community for the generosity, love and to the various funds, and most impor- acre site with parking for up to 100 cars. We recently experienced a day when the mercury bite. We can park our cars alongside the curb rather support that you have given us since tantly, acting as a clearing house for The resulting facility will significantly topped 70 degrees, and kids were spotted in the than up on a mound of plowed and dirty snow. September 11. information and gifts for our families. increase air pollution, as the extensive evening riding bikes and skateboarding in shorts and We moved here five years ago be- Linda Maggio, our “den mother,” has woodlands would no longer absorb and For those lovers of traditional winters, well, the cause we wanted to raise our children in been extraordinarily sensitive to our wish diffuse the noxious fumes. tee shirts. There haven’t been any days of treacherous mountains and the ski slopes are just a short drive a warm, family centered town. I thank for some privacy at a time when the rest Woodlands also provide significant driving. Sadly, for the kids, there hasn’t been one away. For those of us who are already counting the my lucky stars every day that we chose of this experience has been so painfully sound and light barriers that will be lost snow day. Maybe you’ve been able to leave the Westfield for our home. public. with the parking development, resulting days until the beaches open, we’re grateful for the lack From the beginning, I have felt that I Westfield is so lucky to have her and in increased noise and intruding light on windows in your house at least cracked at night. All of shivers – at least so far. February and March have was not in this alone. The Police Depart- the others members of the United Fund the adjoining homes. the cold weather gear we bought for our kids – boots, shown their knack in past years for surprising every- ment has been absolutely incredible. staff. The economic tradeoffs should not be hats, gloves, scarves, earmuffs, snow pants – may be Chief Bernard Tracy, Detective Jim The local Red Cross chapter was in- quickly discounted either. While the one with a last blast of wintry weather, just as all of us McCullough and Detective Sandy Cham- strumental in arranging for a private bus temple’s contract for the land is only gathering dust in closets as we hope that somehow, are packing away our snow shovels and boots. bers have been immensely helpful, car- to take us to the memorial service at valid if the parking lot is approved, two or ing and available whenever I need them. Ground Zero, for feeding us, comforting three $750,000 homes could be built on us, taking care of us. Thank you. that site. The resulting tax revenues from I also want to thank Sal Carvana, Matt those homes, as well as the loss of rev- Forstenhausler and everyone who worked enue from residents of surrounding homes Human Services Director Extends Ward Suit Is Criticized as Waste tirelessly to get the Westfield Cares pro- who successfully argue that their prop- gram up and running. I know I speak for erty valuations have fallen due to the A Valentine’s Day Thank You Of Westfield Taxpayers’ Dollars all of the September 11 families in my parking deck, should not be dismissed. appreciation to all the vendors, profes- In this new age of region and state- Since today we celebrate Valentine’s I would like to share with you a thank At issue: The Democratic Party con- The cost limit is supposed to be sionals, restaurants, etc. for your re- wide austerity, can the Town of Westfield Day. I find it the most perfect opportu- you message that was sent by a senior trolled Town Council’s decision to join $17,500. In fact, Councilman Lawrence markable statement of support and gen- afford to lose this long-term revenue nity to say “thank you” to all those citizen to the school class that remem- in the Ward Commission redistricting Goldman reportedly dismissed this trivial erosity. source? wonderful caring hearts out there in the bered her in a special way during the lawsuit. amount as a modest, capped expendi- Finally, there are not enough ways to As a 10-year Wells Street resident, I Westfield community who gave so gen- holidays. She wrote: Yes, there is a This is a Democratic Party disgrace! I ture. It was reported that he went on to say thank you to our friends and neigh- am sympathetic and cognizant of the erously over the past holiday season. Santa Claus! Having always thought he am outraged that the Democratic Party say, and I think it succinctly captures the bors, our friends at The Sundance School, issues raised by the temple. The town Thanks to your kind efforts, hundreds of was for children only, I now find out he members of the Town Council have voted essence of the Democratic Party per- our friends from the JCC (Jewish Com- must look at this parking lot in the larger Westfield men, women, and children is for grown-ups too. I am in my 80s and to spend town tax dollars, my tax dol- spective on this issue, that “$17,000 to munity Center) in Scotch Plains. context of over-development through- were assisted in helping to make their was feeling sorry for myself having to lars, on such a blatantly political fight. fight gerrymandering is a good invest- Andy grew up in this same kind of out the town. holidays so very bright and by restoring face the holidays alone. But, thanks to The Democrats argue that their moti- ment.” small town where everyone cares — it’s How do we decide what is no longer their faith in our community through this you caring students, I was able to open vation is purely based on moral and Funny that he used the word invest- why we chose Westfield; it’s why we appropriate? How do we decide what caring and sharing program. presents and be surprised and grateful voter disenfranchisement grounds – not ment. It certainly is a good investment – were so happy to find our great “family” should be built and what should not be So to all the service groups, schools, for your thoughtfulness. Thank you so at all on political grounds. Yeah, right! for one party. of neighbors on Hazel Avenue. I know built in our town? This is not about a churches and religious organizations, much. You have renewed my faith in the That’s what I would say if I were in their That’s just one side of the matter. that he would be so proud of the way you religious institution’s right to build a social and civic groups, a big thank you. future. Love to you all. shoes. What else could they say? What about town tax dollars that will have taken care of our family. Thank you parking lot. This is about what is the And to the private individuals and fami- Again, a great big “thank you” from my I would hardly expect them to admit have to be spent defending itself against from all of us. future of Westfield. lies who donated to The Caring Neigh- heart to yours! Happy Valentine’s Day! that this is primarily a political fight, but itself? Was there a limit voted on regard- Sally, Joe and Nina Alameno Michael Snizek bor Fund, your donations will enable given the choice (and the power), we ing how much it will cost the town to Westfield Westfield The Department of Human Services to Lillian W. Corsini Westfield Director of Human would rather finance this lawsuit with defend itself? Maybe it ends up costing provide emergency assistance through- Westfield taxpayer dollars than Demo- us $30,000 to $50,000. It’s a disgusting out the year. Services Victoria’s Secret Defender Cautions Westfield cratic Party dollars. waste of taxpayer dollars. Money not well spent! I say, if a political party has a problem Against Old Fashion Ignorance with a redistricting decision – even if it is gerrymandering – then spend your I have lived in Westfield my whole body (even the plastic anatomically in- own money fighting that battle, not mine. life. I was brought up through the correct form of one) is something so Westfield school system and have been lewd that it should be shrouded from the Richard T. Sauerwein active in many programs supported by eyes of women and children. Westfield the town. A woman’s body should not be thought Being a young woman and a native of as proactive; it should be thought of as Westfielder I can tell you that Westfield natural and beautiful. More Letters is a wholesome and wonderful place to Underwear in a store window cannot on Page 5 grow up in and live. Our family values cause any harm to a child. Explain to are strong but also reasonable. children that women are beautiful and Westfield is a progressive community are to be respected by humans. A parent’s Jefferson PTO Thanks that thrives on the open and intelligent guidance is immeasurable. In times like minds of its citizens. The heart of this these there are more important efforts to Local Contributors town is still the same. focus on. The Elementary School PTO would Westfielders respect and care for oth- Women are being oppressed in other like to give a heartfelt thanks to all the ers; we help in times of need and we countries; not by bras and panties, but by local merchants, shop owners, and res- encourage each other to expand and grow. laws. Energy focused on these windows taurateurs who gave so generously to The same respect and growth was seen is misdirected. support our “Annual Parents Social Fund- when my 99-year-old great-grandmother I am not the only one who feels this raiser.” So many worthy causes have was a young woman living in Westfield. controversy is outdated. I have many friends asked for donations this year, but these It seems that in an attempt to bring who want Victoria’s Secret in town. When dedicated entrepreneurs reached again back “old fashion” values, opponents of I look at the windows downtown I see into their pockets to show tremendous the windows at Victoria’s Secret have beauty, not sex. I do not think it should be support for a school in our community brought back old fashion ignorance. up to a minority to decide what 40,000 and most of all for our children. We in I have been to Victoria’s Secret down- people are allowed to look at. turn shall show our support for you. town and I know the shopkeepers by Victoria’s Secret does not promote The Jefferson Elementary School name and they are always willing to help sexuality; it promotes lingerie. Of course, PTO me find anything that I am looking for. if some residents can’t understand this, Labeling a store “money-grabbing” is how can their children? hasty and just plain mean. www.goleader.com Arguments that plastic mannequins in Meredith DeMarco bras are vulgar imply that a woman’s Westfield CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 14, 2002 Page 5 Annual Westfield Stamp Club Show Presents History Through Philately WESTFIELD — The Westfield office: “Found adhering to a snail.”) ees will have an opportunity to buy Stamp Club will hold its annual Stamp There are envelopes with “cachets” stamps from dealers. There will also Show on Saturday, February 23, in — pictures or rubber stamps added to be stamp exhibits — a selection of the Westfield Municipal Building, lo- celebrate some event, added by some- stamps (or covers) from a collection cated at 425 East Broad Street, from one other than the post office. An put together to cover a particular sub- 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. interesting local example came from ject or to tell a story. This is the 41st year the club is the back of a 1937 letter from Westfield A wide range of exhibits will be presenting the show, which is held in to Westfield —via airmail! The cachet featured, among them an exhibit of part to attract new members. indicates this was the first “All-New United States stamps. “Tropical” ex- If a visitor asks one of the members Jersey” airmail. The cancel on the hibits are popular as well, and there at the show why he or she collects front of the letter has a 9:30 a.m. are also collections of different stamps stamps, and what they collect, they’ll Westfield postmark, and you can just showing a particular topic, such as get a different answer from almost make out the Newark receiving cancel “Trains on Stamps.” everyone. upside down at the bottom of the ca- Stamp Club meetings are held at Many, naturally, collect United chet, showing it was received at 3 p.m. 7:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of States stamps. Collecting one of each the same day — November 16. every month at the Westfield Municial United States stamp is easy (if you It has no great value, but is fascinat- Building. A program is held at 8 p.m., don’t go back further than 1920). In- ing as a record of the time when East- such as a slide show; a speaker describ- terestingly, the events commemorated ern Air Lines flew into Westfield. (The ing and showing part of a personal are snapshots of United States history. aircraft were a bit smaller then, obvi- collection, or nights in which members For those willing to wade a little ously!) This was obviously mailed take five minutes each to show an inter- deeper, there are many options. Indi- just to get a record of the event — esting item from their collection. viduals can pick another country. They what is called a “philatelic” cover. Time is also devoted to coffee and can go back earlier with United States As for the stamp show itself, signs socializing. Visitors are always wel- stamps (where the competition for will lead visitors to the event. Attend- come. fine-looking stamps, and the cost, both rise steeply). Enthusiasts can specialize in one Man Charged With Trying series of stamps, or even just one stamp, looking at the different variet- ies, printings, uses, etc. To Lure ‘Teenager’ Into Sex There are also collectors of “postal history” – that’s collecting the whole AREA — A 43-year-old Marlboro After the case was taken over by envelope as it went through the mail, Township man was being held in the Plainfield Detective Sergeant Michael 1937 WESTFIELD AIRPORT…Philatelists from The Westfield Stamp Club document that there was airmail service from showing not only who sent it, and Union County Jail in Elizabeth last Hoose, the defendant allegedly asked Westfield in 1937, based on the above letter stampings. What is not clear is why that letter, sent from Westfield, was flown who received it, but with all kinds of week after being charged with attempt- for photographs of the “teen” and from Westfield airport to Newark Airport, then flown back to Westfield Airport for postal delivery to Mountainside. other markings. ing to have sex with someone he be- pledged to meet her for the purpose of The markings can be ordinary (“Re- lieved was a 15-year-old Rahway girl. having sex. turn: Addressee unknown”); interest- Assistant Union County Prosecu- Parisi was arrested last Thursday Community Access State Pension Fund Loses ing (“Via camel mail” on an Egyptian tor Anne K. Frawley said a six-month afternoon in the parking lot of a shop- To Sponsor Fair letter of 1890); ominous (“Disin- investigation into the activities of sus- ping mall in Clark by Detective Ser- fected”); dramatic (a scorched cover pect Joseph P. Parisi began in August, geant Hoose and Prosecutor’s Detec- On Housing and Jobs $60 Million In Enron Crash when Scotch Plains Police Detective tive Kenneth Leissler of the county’s marked “Recovered from the AREA — Community Access According to Kevin J. O’Toole, State Division of Investment, the Hindenburg”), or positively weird (the James Scannell started receiving what High Tech Task Force, Union County state’s pension system has lost nearly were described as “filthy” messages Prosecutor Thomas V. Manahan said. Unlimited will be among the spon- from the New Jersey General Assem- legendary British letter, delivered sors of a Free Employment and bly, the recent financial collapse of $60 million due to Enron’s financial months late, with a note from the post while posing as a teenager online. “Sadly, the defendant not only showed up where he said he would, Housing Fair on Saturday, Febru- Enron Corp. has not only caused fi- collapse. The state pension system but brought along items he planned to ary 23, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at nancial harm to many of the company’s owned 2,645,000 shares of Enron use during intercourse,” the Prosecu- Kean University, University Cen- employees, retirees and stockhold- stock at a book value of $61.6 mil- tor confirmed. ter Building, located at 1000 Mor- ers, it has sent financial shockwaves lion. During the past several weeks, Letters to the Editor Parisi, a mortgage writer who works ris Avenue in Union. through New Jersey as well. it has been sold at roughly $1.7 mil- in Saddle Brook, was charged with The event will feature free According to data provided by the lion, a loss of $59.9 million. second degree attempted sexual as- credit counseling and special in- Article on Artist Bronna Butler sault and three counts of transmitting formation sessions on housing and obscene material over the Internet. employment aspects in English The Law Offices of Comforts Commuters in California He faces an additional charge from and Spanish. a new statute, often referred to as the Many organizations and com- I am an ex-Westfield resident (circa That said, the article in the January 17 “Electronic Luring” law, that makes it panies will have tables set up to JON M. BRAMNICK 1969-1985) now living in Southern Cali- edition, describing Bronna A. Butler’s a third degree offense to “attempt to offer individual information, as- fornia with plans to move back into the oil painting, moved me this morning, as lure or entice a minor into a structure sistance and employment oppor- area at the end of this year. well as those seated around me. tunities. Experts will be on hand I have The Westfield Leader delivered The work is such a tactful piece, pro- or motor vehicle by electronic means.” Specializing In Mr. Manahan had pressed legislators to help with questions regarding out here and read it on my train commute viding the still-needed relief to those so home buying and the job market PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION into Los Angeles, often prompting many close to the tragedy and still suffering to adopt the new “Electronic Luring” an interesting discussion with fellow com- the pain of their losses. law, which was signed into law on Au- in 2002. “From the Trial Court, to the Supreme Court.” muters about New Jersey “goings-on.” I am grateful you ran the piece and gust 27, to help detectives in such cases. For more information on booth provided those of us removed from the Bail for Parisi was set on the five space or how to participate in the Authors of the Automobile Litigation, UM and Leader Reader Thanks locality the opportunity to reflect on the charges, including the second-degree day’s events, please call the symbolism and appreciate the blessed charge that carries a potential prison Housing Director, Ronda UIM Chapters of the ICLE Practical Skills Series Pen Pal Project good nature of the artistic community. penalty of up to 10 years upon convic- Broxton, at (908) 354-3040, ex- CIvil Trial Preparation Textbook 2001 Edition Thank you (Marylou Morano) so much Joseph Rosolanko tion, at $30,000 by Superior Court tension no. 374. for the terrific story you wrote about the California Judge John Triarsi. L.A. Spencer School/Boynton Gardens JON M. BRAMNICK Pen Pal Project Certified Civil Trial Attorney The elderly pen pals were so excited to see the article. Many asked for copies to send to their families. The article is going to be reproduced for the students, JOHN C. RODRIGUEZ as well as the Superintendent of Schools Workers Compensation in Newark. The photo made this all the more special for everyone. The Pen Pal Project is a vital part of STEPHANIE ANN MITTERHOFF the good work contributed to the com- Former New Jersey Supreme Court Law Clerk munity by the residents of Westfield Civil Appeals and Appellate Brief Writing Senior Citizen Housing. Publicizing this project delighted all the participants. However, what I believe is more impor- GARY J. GRABAS tant is letting people know our elders are Formerly of Purcell, Ries, Shannon, Mulcahy & O’Neill busy contributing their skills, wisdom, Former Middlesex and Morris County Assistant Prosecutor and experience to people of all ages in local communities. Sharon Greenbaum 1827 East Second Street Second Westfield Senior Citizens Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 Housing Corporation (908) 322 - 7000 Evan Molloy Qualifies Fax: (908) 322-6997 For Fall Dean’s List [email protected] WESTFIELD – Evan J. Molloy has earned high honors Dean’s List recognition for the fall 2001 semes- ter at Pennsylvania State University in University Park, Pa. A 2001 graduate of Westfield High School, Evan is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Brian J. Molloy of Westfield. Peeler, Spiegel, Moss SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION Receive Dean’s List NATIONWIDE PLANS AVAILABLE Recognition at Pingry AREA – Theodore Corvino, As- sistant Headmaster of the Short Hills campus and Lower School Director of The Pingry School has announced that Westfield residents Gordon Peeler and Adrienne Spiegel and Mountainside resident Erik Moss have been named Honor For Roll students. VALENTINE’S DAY Program to Spotlight GiveKeep Your in Touch With Your ‘Big Apple’ Excursions SWEETHEARTSWEET HEART. WESTFIELD — “Super Satur- days @ The Westfield Memorial A“Give Her A Cell Phone and Library” will continue with “Get to REMOTE CAR STARTER the Core of the Big Apple!” on Feb- Show Her That You Love Her.” ruary 23 at 1 p.m. Participants will learn how to expe- Keep in Touch With Your rience and enjoy the New York metro- • Cellular Phones • Radar Detectors politan area without going broke; get • Security Alarms • Window Tinting •SWEETHEART Auto Sound Systems • Remote Engine Starters information on free and inexpensive • Beepers & Pagers • Stereo, TV & VCR Repairs theatrical performances, unique bud- Give& Pagers Her a Cell •Phone Stereo, TV & V get restaurants; behind-the-scenes With A One-Year Contract guided tours; historical houses; places for afternoon tea and museums. 1200 Home Airtime Minutes Howard Goldberg, President of $ 99 FREE* Nationwide Long Distance Adventure on a Shoestring, will 29 MO present the program and answer ques- tions. Handout information will be *From your home calling area on Verizon Wireless network. provided. Limited time offer. Ask your Sales Representative for details. Free tickets are available for pa- trons with a Westfield Library card at 15 East Broad St., Westfield, NJ the Circulation Desk. For more in- 908-654-6440 877-837-4966 formation about this program, please call (908) 789-4090 or visit the li- brary at 550 East Broad Street. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 6 Thursday, February 14, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Start Planning During February For Your Garden Next Summer By JODY MELLOAN Closer to home, you can get sound It may be cold and dreary outside, advice on garden practices and prob- but if your mail is anything like lems by telephoning the Garden mine, the garden catalogs arrive al- Helpline, (908) 654-9852, and speak- most daily, each filled with alluring, ing to one of the Rutgers Master full-color photos of dahlias as big as Gardener volunteers, or by visiting cartwheels, roses cascading over their offices at 300 North Avenue, fences and infinite varieties of the East, in Westfield. And, finally, there “newest, finest, longest-blooming” is a rich lode of garden information plants imaginable. on the Internet, with hundreds of What a spur to your imagination as websites covering everything from you make lists of exotic new flowers deer-resistant plants to order! But be cautious. Also in this (www.deerbusters.com) to weeds week’s mail was a brisk, plain-speak- running wild (www.nps.gov/plants/ ing article in the Brooklyn Botanic alien). Garden’s latest newsletter that warns, Such sites have been invaluable to “Don’t expect catalog nurseries to our niece, who has a small business give full details...their job is to sell planting window boxes for restau- plants.” rants and shops in Chicago. She has Miss Melissa Ann Whelan and Matthew C. Robinson The article advises readers to be assembled her own computerized wary of plant descriptions that lack plant reference catalog with color the proper Latin names, which indi- photos and plant care information cate that the plant has been thor- that she has downloaded from the Miss Melissa Ann Whelan oughly tested for the characteristics web. of its genus, species and cultivar. * * * * * The writer also tells readers to Jody Melloan is a member of the watch out for comments like “chokes Garden Club of Westfield. Engaged to Matthew Robinson out weeds...useful for soil erosion...freely self-sows.” Mr. and Mrs. Gerald L. Robinson University in 1997. She is a financial Westfield Stamp Club of Westfield have announced the accountant for Siemens in Iselin. Such fulsome phrases can mean engagement of their son, Matthew The future bridegroom graduated that the plant is aggressive to the point of choking out your long-time Plans Annual Show Charles Robinson of Cranford to Miss from Valley Forge Military Acad- WESTFIELD — The Westfield Melissa Ann Whelan of Atlantic emy and is currently attending favorites. In our area, however, there are other sources of inspiration and Stamp Club will hold its annual Miss Amanda Jane Podlas and Benjamin J. Williams Highlands. She is the daughter of Mr. Ramapo College, where he will com- Stamp Show on Saturday, February and Mrs. Gerard J. Whelan of plete a degree in history in May. He information to jump-start your spring garden plans. 23, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Leonardo. intends to pursue a career in teaching Community Room of the Westfield A graduate of Middletown High upon graduation. The 2002 New Jersey Flower and Patio Show will be held at the Gar- Municipal Building, located at 425 Miss Amanda Jane Podlas School North, the bride-elect earned a The wedding is planned for Au- East Broad Street. Admission and degree in finance from St. Bonaventure gust. den State Exhibit Center in Somerset from Thursday, February 21, through parking are free. the following Sunday. Hours are 10 Thirty frames (480 pages) of world- To Wed Benjamin J. Williams a.m. to 9 p.m. the first three days and wide stamps and covers will be on Reed-Reeves Arboretum 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. display, and an award-winning ex- Mr. and Mrs. John Podlas, Jr. of cal Instructor. For 36 years, this show has fea- hibit on Martha Washington will be Scotch Plains have announced the The couple plans to be married in tured unique display gardens, dem- featured. engagement of their daughter, Miss October. Posts Dates for Programs onstrations of flower arranging, gar- Eight stamp dealers will offer for Amanda Jane Podlas, to Benjamin dening seminars and plants for sale. sale stamps and covers from various James Williams of Raleigh, N.C. He Workshop Scheduled SUMMIT – The Reeves-Reed Ar- rangement of cherry, quince and other countries. They will also offer free boretum, located in Summit, has re- blossoms. A couple of weeks later, the famous is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Philadelphia Flower Show will open appraisals on any philatelic items Keith Williams of Raleigh. On Effective Résumés vealed the dates for two upcoming Each participant will be able to brought to the show. programs that will be held at the take home several types of branches at the Pennsylvania Convention Cen- A 1997 graduate of Scotch Plains- SUMMIT – Joanne Goldbeck will ter. In addition, there will be a youth Fanwood High School, the bride-to- lead a workshop on techniques for Arboretum. to try forcing for themselves. The table where stamps, envelopes and On Wednesday, February 20, cost is $24 for Arboretum members A highlight of this huge show will be received her Bachelor of Arts preparing an effective résumé on be 60 full-scale gardens representing supplies will be free to youngsters Degree in Television/Sports Produc- Tuesday, March 5, from 7:30 to 9 Nancy Wright will teach a class from and $30 for non-members. attending the show. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on how to force On Saturday, February 23, Dr. Tho- countries around the world. The flyer tion, with a minor in advertising, p.m., at the Women’s Resource Cen- that arrived in my mailbox says, “This The Westfield Stamp Club meets from Campbell University in Buies ter, 31 Woodland Avenue in Summit. branches to blossom. mas Ombrello, a Union County Col- on the fourth Thursday of each month Besides offering hints for forcing lege Professor, will present a slide year’s theme — The Pleasures of the Creek, N.C. in May of 2001. There will be a fee of $12 for mem- Garden — will entice your senses and at the same location. Individuals in- She is employed by the Newark bers and $15 for non-members. the process, Ms. Wright will show show, lecture and hike on how to terested in philately are invited to attendees how to make a simple ar- increase winter texture and color in a caress your imagination with elegance Bears Professional Baseball Club in Interested individuals are asked to and style.” How’s that for seductive attend. For information, please call Newark. call the Center at (908) 273-7253 to garden. (908) 232-0539 or send an e-mail to Knights to Sponsor Dr. Ombrello will begin at 10 a.m. phrasing? The show will be open from Her fiancé, a 1998 graduate of register as soon as possible, as space March 3 through March 10. [email protected]. Guilford College in Greensboro, is limited. with a slide show highlighting the N.C., earned his master’s degree in To get information about similar Blood Drive Feb. 23 distinctive barks, buds and shapes of education from Campbell Univer- programs, please call the Center or WESTFIELD – Westfield Council trees in winter and will discuss how sity, where he is employed as the visit www.womensource.org and No. 1711 of the Knights of Colum- to maximize their visual and textural TV-36 Posts Programs, Assistant Athletic Trainer and Clini- click on Career Issues. bus will sponsor a blood drive on interest in the garden. Saturday, February 23, at the Knights After a break for coffee and dough- of Columbus Hall at 2400 North nuts, he will lead participants on a Changes for February Avenue, West, in Scotch Plains, from trek of the woodland paths of the 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The drive is Arboretum, during which he will WESTFIELD — TV-36 has an- Home Town with Mayor Greg OWEN BRAND open to all area communities. point out real-life examples of win- nounced new programming for Feb- McDermott will have the Maestro of Blood donors must be at least 17 ter interest in the garden. The activ- ruary, as well as revised scheduling the Westfield Symphony, David years old, weigh at least 110 pounds ity is intended for adults. to ensure consistent time slots for the Wroe, as a guest. Your Hometown and be in good general health. The The entire program, entitled “Win- airing of Town Council and Board of entire donation process takes less ter Woodland Walk” will be from 10 Education meetings, along with the Area Temple to Host than an hour and includes a free mini a.m. to noon on February 23, begin- Bulletin Board. MORTGAGE BANKER medical (temperature, iron count, ning in the Education Center of the Beginning this month, Town Coun- Talk on Drug Abuse; pulse and blood pressure). Arboretum, located at 165 Hobart Av- cil meetings will air Mondays and Photo or signature identification is enue. The fee is $12 for Arboretum Wednesdays at 8 a.m., 3 p.m. and Purim Celebration required and donors should know members and $18 for non-members. during a prime time evening time SPRINGFIELD – Temple Beth their Social Security number. To register, please call (908) 273-8787. slot. Board of Education meetings Ahm, located at 60 Temple Drive in will air Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 Springfield, will host two programs a.m., 3 p.m. and 11 p.m. The Bulletin later this month, both of which will Board will run daily from 6 to 7 p.m. be open to the public. Residential - Construction “We wanted to make the air times On Friday, February 22, a special of such flagship programs as the service will be held at 8:30 p.m., Commercial - Bridge Loans Town Council meetings and the featuring a speaker who will focus Board of Education meetings more on the problems of drug abuse. Local (908) 789-2730 Westfield / Mountainside Chapter standard, so viewers would know The temple will hold its annual Toll Free (888) 489-9680 exactly when they air,” said Doug Purim celebration on Monday, Feb- Black, Director of Operations. ruary 25, at 6:30 p.m. Pager (908) 535-8244 “The same is true for the Bulletin A Costume Parade will begin at [email protected] Board, which viewers watch for all 6:40 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Every of their local information,” he added. child in preschool through Kitah Bet New programming for the month (second grade) of the Religious School Licenced Mortgage Bankers - NJ Dept. of Banking includes the Martin Luther King, Jr. who participates will get a prize. Advertising supplied by SAS Afterwards, there will be a Equal Housing lende Day ceremonies, filmed in The Pres- r byterian Church in Westfield and Megillah Reading in the Sanctuary, a along the parade route downtown. Purim Shpeil Play and a Purim Pup- Additionally, the ongoing Histori- pet Show in the Ballroom. The pup- cal Society Lecture Series focuses pet show is geared toward younger this month on the Civil War, with children, and one parent or guardian Alan Siegel, the author of “Beneath must accompany each child. Valley ExquisiteFurniture 18th Century Reproductions Shop the Starry Flag.” During the Megillah reading, un- Other shows include “Digithead,” a dercover judges will circulate to pick program co-hosted by Westfield High the Best Costume winners for chil- School graduate Chip King, about ghost dren (grades 3 to 7), teenagers, adults, STOREWIDE hunting technology, and the recent seniors and Best Family Theme. Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Prizes will be awarded after the Purim breakfast, which focused on parking. Shpeil and winners must be present PRESIDENTS SALE Finally, February’s installment of to receive their prizes. SAVE 30-50% AND MORE

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Having grown up in gouged his eyes out and took him iam Harms, Pastor of St. Helen’s Harms. “I find planning to be a chal- the Deep South, I’m not that familiar prisoner. He was defeated, it seemed Roman Catholic Church in Westfield, lenge in any setting. The church is no with the sport of ice hockey. I have — judged by His own God, in the will receive the Yves Congar Award exception. tried to watch televised games, but “sin box”. from the Conference on Pastoral Plan- “When one is faced with limited when you don’t understand what’s Yet, the Bible says, Samson cried ning and Council Development resources, such as in a church situa- going on, it isn’t interesting. out to God in prayer and God granted (CPPCD) on Tuesday, March 12, in tion, planning is crucial,” he added. One thing I do find interesting his last request. He came out of the Tucson, Ariz. Among the many positions Mon- about ice hockey is the penalty box. “sin box” and defeated more of the CPPCD is the only national Catho- signor Harms held, prior to being Evidently, when players break the enemy in his death than in his life lic organization devoted primarily to named Pastor of St. Helen’s Parish rules, they are assigned time off the (Judges 16:30). the promotion of pastoral planning Community in 2000, were Vice Presi- ice in a special box. I think of King David, who found and the ongoing development of pas- dent of Planning and an Associate While there, they should think himself in God’s “sin box” after his toral councils at the diocesan and Dean in the School of Theology at about how they messed up. They adulterous relationship with parish level. Seton Hall University. He also served should consider how their teammates Bathsheba. Through the confronta- “Monsignor Harms was selected as Director of Seton Hall’s Church are working harder without their con- tion of Nathan, David was able to see because he has demonstrated extraor- Management Program. tribution as they try to prevent the his sin, confess it to God in his beau- HUGS FOR HEROES…Brownie Troop No. 768 from Wilson Elementary dinary service to the people of God He was appointed as Papal opposing side from capitalizing on tiful penitential song (Psalm 51), and School in Westfield recently participated in a project to thank rescue workers in support of pastoral planning Chamberlin in 1995 and was Coordi- their advantage. Church members come out of the “sin box” to lead in New York City. Senior Girl Scout Kasey Cass is working on her Girl Scout through his years of teaching on the nator of the Archdiocesan Synod from who follow hockey recently informed Israel to new heights. Gold Award Project, entitled “Bear Hugs Across America,” for which she is university level and through the many 1992 to 1994. me of the nickname for the penalty Often we find ourselves in God’s coordinating an effort to donate Teddy Bears, with homemade clothing, to the workshops he has conducted,” said box — “sin box”. “sin box”. During these times, God rescue workers and their families. She plans to deliver about 400 bears, along Maria Rodgers O’Rourke of CPPCD. Torah Center to Hold As I reflect on this concept, isn’t helps us to realize that it is for our with letters of thanks, next month. Kasey, far right in the back row, is pictured “Bill is one of the founding fathers with the Brownies who helped with her project. Anyone interested in helping of our organization and has shared Purim Celebration this what we do as parents when we good. We may feel down and out, but Kasey with her project may call her at (908) 233-6226. give the children “time out”? Isn’t God is ready to bring us out and put his expertise with numerous dio- At JCC February 25 that supposed to be a time of reflec- us back in the game as better people ceses,” she added. tion, and, in spiritual terms, repen- — loving Him more and loving oth- Named after Yves Congar, a French WESTFIELD – The Union County tance, for breaking our rules? ers more. LEARN Speaker to Discuss Dominican theologian and cardinal Torah Center, located in Westfield, God is a loving Father and He some- Hebrews 12:10 states it this way: who has been called the greatest will present a Purim Celebration at times puts us into a “sin box” for “Our fathers disciplined us for a little ecclesiologist of the 20th century, the the Wilf Jewish Community Campus discipline when we break His rules while as they thought best; but God Heart Failure Treatment award is presented annually. Monsi- and the Jewish Community Center about loving Him and loving others. disciplines us for our good, that we gnor Harms is its 10th recipient. of Central New Jersey, located at We suddenly find ourselves under His may share in His holiness. No disci- SCOTCH PLAINS – The League Church Parish Hall, 559 Park Av- “I am grateful to the Conference 1391 Martine Avenue in Scotch discipline and in His “sin box”. pline seems pleasant at the time but for Educational Advancement for enue in Scotch Plains. for selecting me to receive the Yves Plains. I think of Samson’s last stand painful. Later on, however, it pro- Registered Nurses will present a pro- Diane Mirabella, Clinical Coordi- The program will be held on Mon- against the Philistines. God had gifted duces a harvest of righteousness and gram entitled “New Treatment Mo- nator for Mid-Atlantic Cardiology Lectures to Tell How day, February 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. him with great potential and strength peace for those who have been trained dalities for Congestive Heart Fail- of Overlook Hospital in Summit, Included will be a masquerade con- to lead Israel. God also set special by it.” ure” on Monday, February 25, at will be the speaker for the program. Jews Can Respond test for youngsters at 6 p.m. All parameters for his life. Samson broke 7:45 p.m. at the All Saints’ Episcopal LEARN is a not-for-profit, profes- children dressed in costume will re- * * * * * sional organization for registered To Environment Crisis ceive a prize and one special grand all the rules and found himself in the Reverend Rothwell is the Pastor of Philistine stadium, the butt of their nurses that offers eight programs per WESTFIELD – Rabbi Lawrence prize will be awarded for the best the Scotch Plains Baptist Church, Temple to Present academic year on current nursing Troster will return to Temple Emanu- costume. celebration and taunting. Samson located at 333 Park Avenue in Scotch broke all of God’s rules as he made a topics. El, located at 756 East Broad Street A multimedia Megillah reading, Plains. ‘Kiddush’ Program Each program provides Continu- in Westfield, for a four-session mini- followed by refreshments with mu- CRANFORD — “Kiddush: The ing Education/Contact Hours through course on Jewish Environmental sic and dancing, will take place at Ultimate Battlefield,” a new one- the New Jersey State Nurses Asso- Awareness. 6:30 p.m. Children will also be treated man show by Marc Weiner, will be ciation. This program has been ap- The lectures will be given on to a Purim magic show, Shalach held Saturday, March 16, at 8 p.m. at proved for 2.4 Contact Hours. Wednesdays, February 27, March 6, Manot, and other activities. Temple Beth-El Mekor Chayim in The New Jersey Department of 13 and 20, beginning at 7:30 p.m. There is a suggested donation of Cranford. Education, Professional Standards The series will focus on how Jews $5 per person (reservations are pre- Advance tickets are $15 for adults Board has granted this program Pro- can respond to the growing environ- ferred but not required). The pro- and $10 for students; $18 for adults fessional Development Hours for mental crisis in the world. gram is open to the public and all are and $13 for students on the night of School Nurses. The program is free of charge. For welcome to attend. For more infor- the performance. Cabaret-style re- Annual LEARN membership is additional information or questions, mation or to receive a free Purim freshments will be available. $40, or a guest fee of $10 per pro- please call Carolyn Shane at (908) guide, please call the center at (908) Free babysitting will be provided gram. For further information, please 232-6770. 789-5252. if requested in advance. For tickets write to LEARN, P.O. Box 6, Scotch and information, please call the syna- Plains 07076 or call (908) 754-9499 gogue at (908) 276-9231. or (908) 272-7239. Scotch Plains Letter Carrier Aids Injured Crossing Guard OLYMPIC TORCHBEARERS…Christina Sheehy, left, of Westfield and Jan SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch Plains because of his injury. Reed, principal of Chinle Elementary School in Chinle, Arizona, were chosen to letter carrier Shari L. Johnson re- Ms. Johnson was out on her deliv- run in the Olympic Torch Relay. cently combined some quick think- ery route when she saw Mr. Paige in ing and compassion when she helped trouble and quickly came to his aid. an area crossing guard in trouble. She had him lean back, placed a Westfielder Chosen to Run Clarence Paige, a Scotch Plains compress on his wound and con- resident, was heading to his post as a tacted the local rescue squad. Squad crossing guard on Westfield Avenue personnel soon arrived and trans- In Olympic Torch Relay in early January when he tripped and ported him to a hospital. fell on the street. Scotch Plains Postmaster Jim WESTFIELD – Christina Sheehy, lenges every day. Some of the Na- The fall caused a laceration to McDade learned of Ms. Johnson’s Westfield High School Class of 1988, vajo students travel over 90 minutes efforts through a letter he received was one of the 11,520 people chosen to attend school. More than 70 per- his forehead, which would require REACHING THE COMMUNITY…The Center for Women and Families’ 12 stitches. He was bleeding pro- from Mr. Paige and his wife, both of Board of Directors met recently to plan programs and events for 2002. Pictured, to serve as participants in the Olym- cent of the students are of limited whom credited the letter carrier with left to right, are: Seated, Paula Blumenthal, Maryann Higgins and CWF pic Torch Relay. She carried the torch English proficiency and a large per- fusely, and attempted to return home, but was having difficulty saving Mr. Paige’s life. “We at the President Marilyn Vidovich, and standing, Carolee Marano, Program Director; in St. George, Utah on February 4. centage come from low-income Scotch Plains Post Office are all very Susan Koslowsky, Marilyn Spera, Susan Merino-Jennings, Dorothy Van Dyke, Sheehy became a part of the Olym- homes without electricity, running proud of Ms. Johnson,” the Postmas- Surindera Dhaliwal, Jennifer Brandt, Joan Shatkin, Theresa Evangeliosta, pic Torch Relay after nominating Jan water or telephones. Professor to Discuss ter said. Ellen Radin, Clare Gambrino and Ellen Travers. Reed, the principal of Chinle El- Letting nothing stand in the way of Situation in Mideast Postmaster McDade has nominated ementary School in Chinle, Ariz. to student success, Ms. Reed has dedi- Ms. Johnson for a QSET 100 Percent be a torchbearer. cated herself to providing these stu- WESTFIELD — Professor Fred “Quality Service Every Time” award. Center for Women Seeks At Chinle Elementary, the students dents with the best educational op- Lazin will return to Temple Emanu- “I’m just glad that I was there to help face tremendous academic chal- portunities possible. High-tech learn- El in Westfield for a third season on him,” Ms. Johnson said. ing initiatives and innovative ways to Sunday, February 24, from 7 to 9 Volunteers for 2002 Events Minister to Discuss increase parental involvement have p.m. to lecture on the Arab-Israeli SCOTCH PLAINS – During a re- situation in the Middle East. seeking people who can provide liai- reaped tremendous success. Ms. Reed Brooke L. Molloy cent Board of Directors meeting of son and outreach services with the Pregnancy Centers also encourages parents to learn com- Dr. Lazin will discuss the history the Center for Women and Families municipal governments and local CRANFORD — The Grace and puter literacy at the school. of the Mideast in easy-to-understand Named to Dean’s List (CWF), headquartered in Scotch terms, revealing how the area was business communities in Union Peace Seniors Fellowship will hold Ms. Reed was selected from more WESTFIELD – The Univer- Plains, it was determined that a con- County,” said CSF President Marilyn than 210,000 nominations, and both tumultuous long before the founding their regular monthly meeting on sity of California, Berkeley has certed effort would be made to re- Vidovich. Thursday, February 21, at 1 p.m. at Ms. Reed and Ms. Sheehy were cho- of modern Israel. He will also ex- revealed that Brooke L. Molloy cruit volunteers from Union County plain why studying the area’s past “We welcome retirees, students, the Grace and Peace Fellowship sen to run as part of the “Inspira- of Westfield has been named to municipalities to assist with 2002 interns – anyone who has some spare tional Pairs Program.” “The Inspira- may help people understand the Church, located at 950 Raritan Road the Dean’s List with honors for programs and activities. time and a desire to help,” she added. in Cranford. tional Pairs” program allows both present. her outstanding academic CWF is an 18-year-old, Union An American who has lived in On the agenda for CWF in 2002 The Reverend Dean Gavaris, Ex- the selected nominee and his or her achievement during the fall 2001 County-based, non-profit organiza- are plans for a children’s theater ben- nominator to run as part of the torch Israel for more than 20 years, Dr. ecutive Director of Gateway Preg- semester. tion offering sliding scale profes- efit, a fashion show, potluck supper nancy Centers, which operates fa- relay. Lazin is presently the Lynn and Lloyd A 1998 graduate of Westfield sional counseling to adults, youths Hurst Family Professor of Govern- and other festive and fund-raising cilities in Irvington and Elizabeth. Themed “Light the Fire Within,” High School, Brooke studied in and families; free half-hour legal activities. the Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Torch ment at Ben Gurion University in Gateway offers assistance free of Paris, France through New York consultations; support groups for Anyone interested in joining the charge at all times. Relay celebrates the inspirational fire Israel. University. She has maintained adults and children; community edu- The program is free of charge. CWF, registering for upcoming pro- Reverend Gavaris will discuss his found within every United States Dean’s List recognition through- cation seminars; workshops; job grams or volunteering their time or community. Beginning December 4, Temple Emanu-El is located at 756 ministry and present a scriptural chal- out her academic career. skills training; help-line referrals and services may call (908) 322-6007. lenge relative to this type of outreach in Atlanta, Ga. and ending February East Broad Street. For additional in- Brooke is the daughter of Mr. more. formation, please call Carolyn Shane The organization’s headquarters is effort, specifically involving Chris- 8, 2002 in Salt Lake City, Utah, the and Mrs. Brian J. Molloy of “In addition to assisting with our located at 1801 East Second Street in Olympic Flame traveled throughout at (908) 232-6770. tian seniors. Westfield. counseling programs, we are also Scotch Plains. The Seniors Fellowship is open to the country for 65 days, covering all individuals over the age of 55. more than 13,500 miles. The meetings will conclude by 3 Ms. Sheehy’s parents, Dr. Martin PERSONAL INJURY p.m. and the public is invited to and Patricia Sheehy of Westfield, attend. The Seniors Fellowship meets sister, Melissa Sheehy of Westfield, PERSONAL ATTENTION on the third Thursday of every month and aunt, Mary Rafferty of Philadel- at 1 p.m. phia, were on hand to witness this Olympic event. You can determine your chances of being audited by the IRS.

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Gage, 87, School Nurse; Was Active With St. Anthony’s Church Member of Squad’s Ladies Auxiliary Henry Marcantonio, 82, of Eliza- Retirement Club of Elizabeth. George R. Voget, 83, Army Veteran; Dorothy G. Gage, 87, of the Plainfield in 1935. beth died on Sunday, February 10, in Mr. Marcantonio served in the Waretown section of Ocean Town- She was a member of the United the Center for Hope Hospice Father United States Army during World Served on Waterfront Commission ship, died on Sunday, February 10, at Methodist Church of Waretown in Hudson House in Elizabeth. War II. her home. Waretown and a member of the Born in Westfield, he moved to He was predeceased by his wife, George R. Voget, 83, of Toms River eran of World War II. After the war, Born in Kingston, N.Y., she had Skipperettes and the Ladies Auxil- Elizabeth 53 years ago. Sally Picaro Marcantonio; two sis- died on Sunday, February 3, at his he served in the reserves for many lived in Rahway and Scotch Plains iary of the Waretown First Aid Squad. Mr. Marcantonio had been a me- ters, Rose Grillo and Marie McCabe, daughter’s home in Piscataway. years before being discharged as a before relocating to the Skippers She was predeceased by her hus- chanic with the Exxon Bayway Re- and a brother, Joseph Marcantonio. Born in Newark, he had lived in Lieutenant Colonel. Cove section of Waretown in 1980. band, Herbert W. Gage, Sr., in 1988. finery in Linden for 35 years prior to Surviving are three sons, John Scotch Plains before relocating to Mr. Voget was a past State Com- Mrs. Gage had been a registered Surviving are a son, Herbert W. retiring in 1981. He was a member of Marcantonio, Henry Marcantonio Toms River in 1980. mander of the AmVets in Irvington school nurse with the Rahway Board Gage, Jr., of South Plainfield; three the Exxon Annuitants Club. and Steve Marcantonio; three broth- In 1953, Mr. Voget went to work and a member of American Legion of Education for the Roosevelt daughters, Virginia Battilla of Lanoka He was a member of the Festival ers, Vero Marcantonio, James for the Waterfront Commission for Post No. 209 in Scotch Plains. He School, prior to retiring in 1980. Harbor, Lacey Township, Judith Committee, Senior Citizens Society Marcantonio and Eugene New York Harbor, retiring as Assis- was also a member and Past Presi- She graduated from the Stavitz of Toms River and Joanne and Finance Committee, all of St. Marcantonio; a sister, Olga Scordo, tant Director of the Commission in dent of the Scotch Plains Booster Muhlenberg School of Nursing in Ganjoin of Brick; 11 grandchildren Anthony’s Roman Catholic Church and five grandchildren. 1980. Earlier, he had been a police Club and served on the Scotch Plains and eight great-grandchildren. in Elizabeth. A Mass will be offered at 10:30 officer in Irvington. Recreation Commission. The funeral service was held yes- He was also Chairman of the St. a.m. today, Thursday, February 14, at He was a United States Army vet- He was predeceased by his wife, Helen N. Sobolta, 73 terday, Wednesday, February 13, Anthony’s Bingo Committee; estab- St. Anthony’s Church in Elizabeth, Dorothy Donohue Voget, in 1996, Helen N. Sobolta, 73, of Fanwood from Layton’s Home For Funerals in lished and served as President of the following the funeral at 9:30 a.m. Vincent Picaro, 88 and by a son, George L. Voget, in died on Sunday, February 3, at Lacey Township. Interment followed church’s Credit Union and was a Past from the Petruccelli Funeral Home in 1998. Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- at Rahway Cemetery in Rahway. President of the Usher Society. Elizabeth. Interment will be at Mount Vincent J. Picaro, 88, of Westfield Surviving are another son, Michael ter in Plainfield. Memorial donations may be made Mr. Marcantonio was a former Olivet Cemetery in Newark. died on Sunday, February 3, at Voget; a daughter, Mary Ellen Miller, Born in Hillside, she had lived in to either the Waretown United Meth- member of the Holy Name Society Memorial donations may be made Trinitas Hospital in Elizabeth. and four grandchildren. Linden before moving to Fanwood odist Church or to the Vandyke Hos- of St. Anthony’s Church and Trea- to St. Anthony’s Church, 853 Third Born in Wilmington, Del., he had The funeral was held on Thursday, 35 years ago. pice at Community Medical Center surer of the Parent-Teacher Associa- Avenue, Elizabeth 07202 or to the lived in Elizabeth for 60 years before February 7, from the Memorial Fu- Mrs. Sobolta had been employed in Toms River. tion of St. Anthony’s School. Center for Hope Hospice, 176 Hussa moving to Westfield seven years ago. neral Home, 155 South Avenue in in the quality control department of February 14, 2002 He was a member of the Union Street, Linden 07036. He left school to go to work during Fanwood. A Mass followed at Our the L’Oreal Corporation in Clark for County Adoration Society and Trea- February 14, 2002 the Depression and eventually earned Lady of Fatima Roman Catholic 10 years prior to retiring in 1992. William A. Feick, 78 surer of the Sierra Club of Union his high school diploma at age 65. Church in Piscataway. Interment was She served in the Women’s Army William A. Feick, 78, a lifelong County Eastern Chapter. He also was Mildred E. Baker, 75 Mr. Picaro retired as a federal at the Resurrection Cemetery in Corps during the Korean Conflict. resident of Westfield, died on Satur- employee in 1978, having worked at day, February 9, at his home. a member of the Men’s and Ladies Mildred E. Baker, 75, of Spring- Piscataway. Mrs. Sobolta was a life member of the Bayonne Naval Base for 20 years. Memorial donations may be made the Disabled American Veterans of Mr. Feick had worked for the Gen- field died on Sunday, February 10, at Earlier, he had been a textile worker eral Motors Training Facility in Union Marilyn Marshall, 38 Overlook Hospital in Summit. to the Community Visiting Nurse New Jersey and a member of the for an Elizabeth leather manufac- for many years as a maintenance Born in Westfield, she had lived in Association, 586 East Main Street, Women’s Army Corps, Garden State Marilyn P. Marshall, 38, of turer. engineer. He was later employed as a Westfield died on Friday, February Millburn prior to moving to Spring- Bridgewater 08807. Chapter No. 52. He was a lifelong communicant of February 14, 2002 foam operator for the Clark Door field 35 years ago. Surviving are her husband, Joseph 1, at Overlook Hospital in Summit. St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catho- Company in Cranford for 25 years Born in Plainfield, she had resided Mrs. Baker had been a hostess at E. Sobolta; three brothers, John M. lic Church in Elizabeth and a mem- Eloise Gardner, 80 Nycz of Summerville, S.C., Theodore before retiring in 1985. in Cranford and Bridgewater prior to Lord & Taylor in Short Hills for ber of the Peterstown Italian Men’s He graduated from the Drake Busi- many years before retiring eight years Eloise Gardner, 80, of Westfield Nycz and Joseph A. Nycz, both of moving to Westfield seven years ago. Club for many years. died on Thursday, February 7, at her ness School in New York City with a Ms. Marshall worked as a recep- ago. Onancock, Va., and a sister, Sophia He was predeceased by a brother, home. Smeraglia of Rahway. degree in drafting. tionist and bookkeeper with the law She was predeceased by her hus- Anthony Picaro, and two sisters, Flo- Mr. Feick was a member of The band, George E. Baker, and by a son, Born in Camden, S.C., on April The funeral was held on Friday, firm of Jeffrey Marshall in Westfield rence Madonia and Sally 14, 1921, she moved to Westfield Presbyterian Church in Westfield. for five years. John L. Baker. February 8, from the Krowicki Marcantonio. about 45 years ago. McCracken Funeral Home in Eliza- He was predeceased by his wife, She was predeceased by her par- Surviving are two sisters, Doris M. Surviving are his wife of 48 years, Jean Feick, in January of 2001. Lee and Ruth A. Treusch, and two She was a member of the Mothers beth. A Mass followed at St. ents, James A. and Patricia Rue, and Lillian Valentine Picaro; a daughter, Surviving are two daughters, Lisa grandchildren. Club at the Westfield Community Adalbert’s Roman Catholic Church by a brother, Thomas H. Rue. Union County Freeholder Mary P. Center in Westfield. Ann Feick of Westfield and Melanie The funeral service will be at 11 in Elizabeth. Interment took place at Surviving are a daughter, Shana Ruotolo; a brother, Joseph Picaro; a She also was a New Jersey Sunday Miles of Easton, Pa., and three grand- Elizabeth Marshall; a brother, James a.m. today, Thursday, February 14, St. Gertrude’s Cemetery in Colonia. sister, Mary LaBracio, and three February 14, 2002 children. at the All Saints’ Episcopal Church School teacher at St. John’s Baptist A. Rue, and two sisters, Daphne grandchildren. Church in Scotch Plains. Funeral services were held on Tues- Schmatz and Deborah Daffrey. in Scotch Plains. Interment was at A Mass was offered on Wednes- John K. Lauer, 80 day, February 12, in the Chapel of Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Surviving is a son, Albert Gardner. The funeral service was held on day, February 6, at St. Anthony of John Kenneth Lauer, 80, of Green The Presbyterian Church in Memorial contributions may be The funeral took place on Mon- Tuesday, February 5, from the Padua Church, following the funeral day, February 11, at the St. John’s Brook died on Sunday, February 10, Westfield. Interment followed at Mastapeter Funeral Home in Roselle made to the All Saints’ Episcopal from the Petruccelli Funeral Home at the Somerset Medical Center in Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Church, 559 Park Avenue, Scotch Baptist Church. Interment was at Park. Interment was at Graceland in Elizabeth. Interment was at Graceland Memorial Park in Somerville. Arrangements were handled by the Memorial Park in Kenilworth. Plains 07076. Born in Newark on December 9, February 14, 2002 February 14, 2002 Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Kenilworth. Gray Funeral Home, 318 East Broad Memorial donations may be made Arrangements were handled by the 1921, the son of the late William and Street in Westfield. to the Center for Hope Hospice, 176 Plinton-Curry Funeral Home in Madeline Reihing Lauer, he had lived February 14, 2002 Frances Cully, 81, Registered Nurse; Hussa Street, Linden 07036. Westfield. in Irvington and Clarksburg before February 14, 2002 February 14, 2002 relocating to Green Brook 18 years Katherine Harring, 84 Was Lieutenant in Canadian Army ago. Katherine Harring, 84, of Scotch Dorothy Mueller, 84, Deacon and Elder; Mr. Lauer had been employed as a Plains died on Wednesday, February Frances E. Cully, 81, of Scotch Born in Alberta, Canada, she had brewery worker for Pabst Brewery in Plains died on Wednesday, February lived in Queens and then Westfield 6, at Overlook Hospital in Summit. Was Customer Service Representative Newark for 42 years prior to retiring Born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., she had 6, at Rahway Hospital in Rahway. before relocating to Scotch Plains in 1984. in 1995. lived in Elizabeth before moving to Clare Stoner, 86 Dorothy H. Mueller, 84, of Scotch She was predeceased by her hus- Surviving are his wife, Theresa Scotch Plains 55 years ago. A registered nurse, Mrs. Cully had Plains died on Wednesday, February band, Carl W. Mueller. Lauer; two daughters, Darlene Clare Stoner, 86, of Westfield died worked at Catholic Medical Center Surviving are her husband of 61½ 6, at the Haven Hospice at JFK Medi- Surviving are a son, Robert C. Palumbo of Maplewood and Pamela years, Charles Harring; two sons, on Monday, January 28, at Overlook in Queens for 30 years prior to her cal Center in Edison. Mueller of East Brunswick, and a Hoffman of Victoria, Va.; a brother, Hospital in Summit. retirement. Robert Harring and Dennis Harring; Born in Philadelphia, she lived in brother, Bruce Hofmann of Philadel- Wilbur Lauer of Brick Township; a two daughters, Charlotte Teese and Born in Austria-Hungary, she came She graduated from McGill Uni- Scotch Plains since 1956. phia. sister, Audre Gaffney of Westfield; to the United States in 1958, settling versity in Montreal, Canada, with a Barbara Kirschmann; two sisters, Mrs. Mueller had been employed A memorial service will be held at three grandchildren and three great- Gertrude Sine and Helen Sabastion; in New York City. She had also lived Bachelor of Science Degree in Nurs- as a customer service representative 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 16, at grandchildren. in Kansas City, Kan., and North Mi- ing and served as a Lieutenant in the a brother, William Sine; seven grand- for Mine Safety Appliances in the Fanwood Presbyterian Church. A religious service was held yes- children and six great-grandchildren. ami Beach, Fla., before moving to Canadian Army during World War II. Mountainside for 15 years, retiring Arrangements are under the direc- terday, Wednesday, February 13, at Westfield two years ago. She was a longtime member of the Funeral services will be held at 10 in 1982. tion of the J.C. Prall Inc. Funeral the Sheenan Funeral Home in a.m. on Saturday, February 16, at the Mrs. Stoner was a bookkeeper for McGill University Alumni Association. She was a member of the Fanwood Home in Scotch Plains. Dunellen. Interment was at St. Mary’s Ottawa University in Kansas for 15 She was predeceased by her hus- Redeemer Lutheran Church in Presbyterian Church in Fanwood, Memorial donations may be made Cemetery in Rahway. Westfield. years prior to retiring in 1975. band, NewYork Fire Department Deputy where she served as an Elder and a to the Deacons Fund of the Fanwood Memorial donations may be made She was a member of Hadassah Fire Chief John J. Cully, in 1969. Arrangements are under the direc- Deacon. Presbyterian Church. to the American Cancer Society. tion of the Memorial Funeral Home, and Amid Women, both of North Surviving are a daughter, Doris F. February 14, 2002 February 14, 2002 Miami Beach. Cully; four brothers; four sisters and 155 South Avenue in Fanwood. She was predeceased by her hus- three grandchildren. Dorothy Ann Hood, 79 Ellis E. Jones, 63 Memorial contributions may be made to the Redeemer Lutheran band, Dr. Adrian Stoner. The funeral was held on Monday, Dorothy Ann Becker Hood, 79, of Mary Nester, 93 Ellis E. Jones, 63, of Plainfield Surviving are a daughter, Eliza- February 11, from the Memorial Westfield died on Wednesday, Janu- Mary Nester, 93, of Scotch Plains Church, 229 Cowperthwaite Place, died on Tuesday, January 29, at John Westfield 07090. beth Cowburn of Westfield, and two Funeral Home, 155 South Avenue in ary 30, at her residence. died on Thursday, February 7, at her F. Kennedy Hospice Center in February 14, 2002 grandchildren. Fanwood. A Mass followed at St. Born in Chicago, she moved to home. Edison. The funeral service was held on Helen’s Roman Catholic Church in Westfield in 1960. Born in Russia, she had lived in Born in Plainfield, he had lived in Richard F. Durett, 54 Wednesday, January 30, at Menorah Westfield. Interment was at Hillside Mrs. Hood graduated from De Paul Maplewood before moving to Scotch Newark before returning to Plainfield Richard F. Durett, 54, of Westfield Chapels at Millburn in Union. Cemetery in Scotch Plains. University in Chicago with a Plains 16 years ago. 15 years ago. February 14, 2002 died on Thursday, January 31, at his February 14, 2002 bachelor’s degree in education. She Mrs. Nester had been an adjuster Mr. Jones was employed as a truck home. was a school teacher for a short time for Western Electric in Kearney for driver for Allied Waste Management Born in Elizabeth, he had lived in before raising her children. 20 years, retiring in 1965. in South Plainfield for 47 years. Clark for many years before moving NICHOLAS A. GIUDITTA, III She was a volunteer with many She was a member of the Tele- He was a lifelong member of the to Westfield in 1984. local organizations in Westfield. phone Pioneers and the Clark Senior Warren Temple in Scotch Plains and Mr. Durett worked in the reinsur- ATTORNEYCLEARANCE! AT LAW Surviving are her husband, Charles Citizens. a member of Union Local No. 945 of ance industry and was employed with R. Hood; three sons, Charles R. Hood, She was predeceased by her hus- Wayne. American International Group in 3rd of Brooklyn Heights, N.Y., Tho- band, John Nester, and by a son, Surviving are three sons, Ellis E. Manhattan. 476 SOUTH AVENUE E. mas R. Hood of Simsbury, Conn., Nikolas Nester. Jones, Jr. of Plainfield and Jerome He graduated from LaSalle Uni- CRANFORD, NJ 07016 and John W. Hood of Wood Dale, Ill., Surviving are a daughter, Nina Jones and Gary Jones, both of Scotch versity in Philadelphia in 1970. and five grandchildren. Reynolds of Clark; two grandchil- Plains; a daughter, Gwendolyn S. He was predeceased by his father, A Memorial Mass was offered on dren and three great-grandchildren. Jones of Scotch Plains; seven sisters, Theodore Durett. Friday, February 1, at St. Helen’s The funeral service was held on Mattie Mae Adams of Pasadena, Surviving are his wife, Virginia 908. 709. 1999 Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. Monday, February 11, at the Walter Calif., Alice Green and Corine Hardy, Hand Durett; a son, James T. Durett; Arrangements were under the di- J. Johnson Funeral Home in Clark. both of Plainfield; Geraldine Onque his mother, Frances Durett of Scotch GENERAL PRACTICE INCLUDING: rection of the Gray Funeral Home, Interment was at Hollywood Memo- and Elizabeth Harvey, both of Union; Plains; a sister, Nancy J. Durett of 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. rial Park in Union. Juanita Thomas of Ladysmith, Va., Scotch Plains, and a brother, Daniel •ESTATE PLANNING •PERSONAL INJURY Memorial contributions may be Memorial donations may be made and Shirley Ann Jones of Scotch J. Durett of Scotch Plains. • • made to the Westfield Day Care Cen- to the Scotch Plains Volunteer Res- Plains; two brothers, Joseph C. Jones A Funeral Mass was held on Tues- ELDER LAW ZONING ter, 140 Mountain Avenue, Westfield, cue Squad, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch •WILLS AND TRUSTS • of Plainfield and Willie Jones of day, February 5, at St. Helen’s Ro- MUNICIPAL COURT 07090. Plains 07076. Rahway, and eight grandchildren. man Catholic Church in Westfield, • • February 14, 2002 February 14, 2002 REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL LITIGATION Funeral services were held on Sun- following the funeral from the day, February 3, at the Warren Higgins and Bonner Echo Lake Fu- Temple. neral Home in Westfield. Interment Arrangements were under the di- was at Fairview Cemetery in Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. rection of the Judkins Colonial Home Westfield. in Plainfield. Memorial donations may be made Why should you plan February 14, 2002 to the Center for Hope Hospice, 176 Caring & Courteous Service to the Hussa Street, Linden 07036. Margaret V. Tarte, 89 February 14, 2002 your own funeral? Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 Margaret V. 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12345678901234567890123456789012123456789012345678901234567890121234567890123456 12345678901234567890123456789012123456789012345678901234567890121234567890123456 THE STUDENT VIEW Reports Honor Rolls The weekly column written by local high school students WATCHUNG – Donna Venezia Lauren Cordes, freshman Mayor Gives Proclamation Toryak, Director of Admissions and Jeana Greco, freshman Public Relations at Mount St. Mary Kelly O’Neill, freshman To Students at Holy Trinity Academy in Watchung, has revealed HONOR ROLL the names of students from Westfield SCOTCH PLAINS WESTFIELD — Catholic School’s Holy Trinity is now in its 86th year of Winter Olympics 2002: and Scotch Plains – Fanwood to be Christine Feury, senior Week was celebrated from January service to the Westfield community placed on the Principal’s Honor Roll Paulina Irigaray, senior 27 to February 2 at Holy Trinity by noting, “the school and its stu- A Gold-Medal Bore and Regular Honor Roll for the first Heather Saunders, senior Interparochial School in Westfield. dents are a source of value, pleasure trimester of the 2001-2002 academic Cristina Dyogi, junior The event was made official with a and pride in the Town of Westfield.” year. Victoria Yupangco, junior By ADAM TURNER per hour, or seeing a few nice shot- To qualify for the Principal’s Honor proclamation signed by Mayor Gre- The proclamation also stated that Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times gun shots during the biathlon. Victoria Maffey, sophomore gory McDermott. Holy Trinity Interparochial School It’s that time of year again — it Roll, students must earn straight Christine Marino, sophomore Besides that, watching the curling “A’s.” An overall “B+” average is At his request, eighth grader Jen- “is committed not only to the de- comes only once every four years — sweepers clean up the ice while the Hyacinth Dyogi, freshman nifer Mullman read the proclama- velopment of academic excellence the Olympic Winter Games. The most required for pupils on the Regular Mariela Lemus, freshman game is happening, seeing a Honor Roll. tion aloud to her fellow students and and principles of citizenship, but to sensational, amazing and absolutely snowboarder jump a lot (which has Nathalie Rodriguez, freshman those parents who were present. the teaching of religion and life jaw-dropping two weeks of our lives. already been done and only belongs PRINCIPAL’S HONOR ROLL The decree included the fact that values.” HONOR ROLL My only problem is I cannot de- in ESPN’s X Games), seeing any WESTFIELD FANWOOD cide whether or not to cuddle up bobsled team except the one from Megan McGowan, senior Kate Gousman, junior under a blanket to watch figure skat- Jamaica, or peeling my eyes on what- Justine McGowan, sophomore Emily Walker, junior ing or whoop and holler for my fa- ever they like to say their attempting Colette Moryan, sophomore Laura Marino, sophomore vorite curler. to do in cross country skiing pro- Emily Dura, freshman Jessica Rizkalla, sophomore As you can tell I’m being a little vides a total amount of entertain- PRINCIPAL’S HONOR ROLL Katharine Berka, freshman sarcastic. Before I start rambling I ment that is equal to or less than that SCOTCH PLAINS would like to send my sympathy and of the fun gained by running around Kathleen Donovan, senior Brandon Doerr Inducted a sincere apology to all of the fans of in circles without clothes in minus- Renee Souris, senior the winter games that I may insult. 20 degree weather. Rachel Schwartz, junior Into Golden Key Society The first and most basic rule of a So yeah, I don’t like the Olympic Elizabeth Yanosey, sophomore major sporting event is that it must WESTFIELD – Brandon Albert Winter Games too much. I guess Diane Fitzpatrick, freshman Doerr of Westfield has been inducted leave an impression, or some kind of maybe it’s just because I’m bitter exciting moment to be etched in your HONOR ROLL into the Golden Key International about not being alive in 1980, or Honor Society at The Johns Hopkins mind. Besides the 1980 United States maybe because I don’t like snow, but WESTFIELD Hockey Team and Nancy Kerrigan’s overall I think it’s just because they Katherine Bash, senior University in Baltimore, Md. knee-bashing incident, who can re- don’t do their basic function, enter- Colleen Geraghty, senior Brandon is the son of Mr. and Mrs. ally remember anything ever about tain me. Margaret Smith, senior Tim Doerr of Westfield. He attended the Winter Olympics? But hey, it’s only two more years Michele Greco, junior Westfield High School. Who won the luge in the 1998 to the Summer Olympics, I can’t Lauren Mullman, junior Majoring in economics, Brandon SPECIAL PROCLAMATION…Westfield Mayor Gregory McDermott con- games? How about the curling? wait. Gemma O’Toole, junior will graduate in May of 2003. ferred a proclamation honoring Catholic Schools Week at Holy Trinity Maybe the speed skating? I don’t Mary Bash, freshman Interparochial School in Westfield, as well as the values and academic excel- know, along with 99 percent of the lence upheld by the school. Pictured, above, Mayor McDermott poses with Holy Trinity students, ranging from Pre-K through eighth grade. world’s population, and most likely the majority of the Winter Olympic fans. Kindergarten Registration Set Let’s talk about the three back- bone events of the games, figure skating, skiing, and ice hockey. In Westfield Public Schools Figure skating. Oh, where do I start? First of all, for those of you out WESTFIELD — The Westfield p.m., Tamaques Elementary School, there still living out the dream that Public School District will be regis- (908) 789-4580. this is a sport, well, keep dreaming, tering children who will become eli- Wednesday, March 6, 6 to 8 p.m., because nothing that involves judges gible for kindergarten in the 2002- Administration Building, (908) 789- determining a winner can be called a 2003 school year. 4420. sport. On top of that, besides an The school district is also inter- Thursday, March 7, 9 a.m. to 3 occasional quadruple axel or one the ested in children who have not been p.m., Jefferson Elementary School, rare Scott Hamilton-style flips, this in public school but will enter first (908) 789-4490. event offers nothing to get excited grade in the fall. Any Westfield child Thursday, March 7, 9 a.m. to 4 over. who reaches his/her fifth or sixth p.m., McKinley Elementary School, Skiing is kind of cool, I guess. But birthday on or before Tuesday, Octo- (908) 789-4555. me, an avid sports fan who has one of ber 1, is eligible to register. Thursday, March 7, 6 to 8 p.m., the largest bases of useless sports Evening registration will be avail- Administration Building. information, can’t for the life of me able at the Board Administration Friday, March 8, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., remember one gold medal winner in Building, 302 Elm Street in the sec- Franklin School. any skiing event, except Picabo ond floor conference room on Friday, March 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Street, but it really wasn’t for her Wednesday, March 6 and Thursday, Jefferson School. efforts on the slopes that left the March 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., memory, how can you forget a name Appointments should be made for Washington Elementary School, like Picabo? MAKE GOOD DECISIONS…Emphasizing the importance of making the right choices, three state prison inmates the evening registration by calling (908) 789-4600. Hockey is the high of the Olym- addressed the Westfield High School student body about the fatal mistakes they made in their young lives. With much to (908) 789-4420. Appointments The following information is pics, both women’s and men’s. On anticipate, the two women and one man, all in their 20s, retold how their lives changed when they got behind the wheel of should also be made for individual needed at time of registration: Proof the men’s side it is that magical game a car after drinking. All three are serving sentences related to their outcomes. The prisoners, accompanied by prison guards, school registrations. The registra- of residence (such as a tax or utility in Lake Placid, N.Y. in 1980 that will also related accounts of the harshness of prison life and the anonymity it brings to a person. Michael Ritter of the state tion schedule is as follows: bill), child’s birth certificate (with carry on forever and make me watch Department of Corrections, standing, introduced the inmates and noted that of the 28,000 people incarcerated in the state, Friday, March 1, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., raised seal) and proof of immuniza- every U.S.A. hockey game in hopes 80 percent of them have committed crimes related to drugs and alcohol. The program, called Project Pride, was coordinated Wilson Elementary School, (908) tions (check with the appropriate by Westfield High School health educators and is sponsored by the Department of Corrections and the Union County of anything close to a reoccurrence Prosecutor’s Office. 789-4605. school to find out what medical of those happenings. Maybe one of Monday, March 4, 8 a.m. to 4 records are necessary). the top five sporting moments ever. p.m., Franklin Elementary School, Any questions about the registra- As for the women, hockey isn’t on Applications Now Available Edward Jackson Earns (908) 789-4592. tion process should be referred to the highest level but who doesn’t like Dean’s List Recognition Monday, March 4, 8 a.m. to 4 any elementary school. In the event to watch an event in which the U.S.A. p.m., Wilson School. of a delayed opening or school clos- doesn’t lose. SCOTCH PLAINS — Edward Tuesday, March 5, 8 a.m. to 4 ing due to inclement weather, regis- For deLeew Scholarships Jackson, the son of Mr. and Mrs. So in the three major events you SCOTCH PLAINS – High school The Plainfield Rotary Scholarship Charles Jackson of Scotch Plains, has p.m., Wilson School. tration for that day will be resched- have a one in a thousand chance of Tuesday, March 5, 8 a.m. to 4 uled. seniors wishing to apply for Adele Foundation, headed by John Wood been placed on the Dean’s List again anything remotely amusing happen- deLeeuw Scholarships should ob- Goldsack, acts as selectors for the for the fall 2001 semester at Berklee ing, that doesn’t make for a very tain applications now from their scholarships. Four area Rotary Clubs College of Music in Boston, Mass. exciting event now does it. school guidance offices. The schol- assist in the process. A graduate of Scotch Plains- As for some of the other events, I arships range from $1,000 to $10,000. Location of high school, not student’s Fanwood High School, Edward is a think I’d rather watch a Lifetime TV The deadline for application sub- residence, is the qualifying factor. The member of Berklee’s Class of 2004. movie before I would let those infec- mission is Wednesday, March 13. student must also be accepted by an He is majoring in music production tious events touch my set. Watching Only students from high schools accredited college or university. and engineering. curling is almost as fun as watching in Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Plainfield, Applicants must plan to major in a tree. North Plainfield, South Plainfield, one of the following areas of study: Speed skating kind of reminds me Warren and Edison are eligible to art, engineering, writing, journalism of watching track, which if you like apply. or poetry. They must demonstrate watching people run in circles then Previous winners already in col- the scholastic aptitude and interest Certified H.S. Teachers it’s for you. But it doesn’t even give lege are also eligible to apply. They to pursue study in one of these speci- Scotch Plains, you the story lines track does, like must submit complete official tran- fied areas. They must also prove Summit, Edison the epic battles between Michael scripts of college grades with new financial need. Metuchen & Johnson and Maurice Green, or the applications. Interested students should consult classic Jesse Owens winning in front Elizabeth This is the seventh year the schol- their guidance counselors to obtain TH of Hitler and his Nazi Germany. OUR 25 YEAR arships have been offered. Last year’s the necessary application form. EDUCATIONAL Bonnie Blair and Dan Jansen were winners shared $50,000 from the For more information, please call kind of good, but they’re gone. SERVICES CENTER

Adele deLeeuw Scholarship Fund, a Scholarship Administrator Sally SMALL GROUPS And of the six events not men- 1-800-762-8378 fund of the Plainfield Foundation. Young at (732) 381-6269. www.esctestprep.com LOVING LITERATURE…The Wong Family delves into a book during McKinley tioned they combine for a possible Elementary School’s Fourth Annual Reading Night on Tuesday, February 5. The awards are made in accordance “Dad’s Reading Night,” which began in 1999, now draws mothers and other adults two fun moments: Someone falling with the terms of a bequest from Ms. eager to share a love a reading with their children. Coordinated by Holly Baly, the off the skeleton board, which is basi- DeLeeuw, author of 75 books, jour- event was the first Parent Teacher Organization function participated in by the cally sledding head first at 90 miles nalist and arts activist. school’s new principal Earl Tankard. Parents read poetry aloud, and teachers performed the “Reading Rap,” which included sing-along lyrics for the audience. Prizes and reading appreciation certificates were awarded, based on books the family brought to read together. Approximately 160 individuals attended.

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By STEVEN KRAKAUER on February 7 at Scotch Plains- During the first quarter, the teams Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Fanwood High School. started fairly evenly, with the Raid- The Westfield Blue Devils boys’ Leading the charge for the Raiders ers leading 9-7. That lead was ex- basketball team has enjoyed tremen- were seniors Mike Brennan and tended quickly, however, as the Raid- dous success this season, while their Anwar Montgomery, ironically com- ers scored nine unanswered points to neighboring rival Scotch Plains- manding their team on “Senior Day” finish out the first quarter of play, Fanwood has had sporadic bouts of at the high school. Brennan finished leading 18-7. achievement. This proved to be in- the game with 22 points and eight Scotch Plains was 5-5 shooting consequential as the charged up Raid- rebounds, while Montgomery had free throws in that quarter, while ers defeated the Blue Devils, 71-55, 14 points and six assists. Westfield was 0-1 from the line. The Raiders played hustle ball and continued to frustrate the Blue Dev- ils throughout the second quarter. Inspiring passes by Adam Bendik and crafty maneuvers under the bas- ket by Brennan resulted in a 33-16, halftime lead. Scotch Plains-Fanwood also led in every statistical category at halftime, tallying 10 rebounds, 13 assists, seven steals and five blocks, as opposed to David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Westfield’s four, four, two and two WATCHUNG, UNION COUNTY, SECTIONAL CHAMPS...The Westfield High School bowling team completed step respectively. No. 3 by winning the North Section 2 Crown. Pictured, left to right, are: front row; Head Coach Mike Tirone, Scott Villa, Matt Rothstein, Willy Masket and Andrew Royston; back row, David Louie, Brian Sanders, Instructor James Charles, The third quarter proved to be Stephen Jacobsen and David Palma. much of the same, as the Raiders came out of the locker room and surged to a 13-0 run. Scotch Plains- Fanwood led by as much as 30 dur- ROTHSTEIN ROLLS 682 SERIES, ROYSTON ROLLS 666 ing the quarter. Westfield shot poorly from the free throw line, with normally sharp- shooting co-captain Dan DeSerio Blue Devil Bowlers Capture sinking just five of his nine attempts. Scotch Plains-Fanwood finished the game shooting 12-13 from the stripe. The game was chock-full of ag- Union County Championship gressive play, as is usually the case between these two rivals. Westfield Coach Kevin Everly was given a By DAVID B. CORBIN against No. 2, “We had the luck of Blue Devils’ high series in the pre- technical foul in the first quarter Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the draw to roll against Roselle Catho- liminary round with a 629 total – after arguing a call, while Blue Devil For eight years, the Union County lic.” high game of 224 – followed by Steve Kim (Image Photo) for The Westfield Leader and The Times co-captain Jim McKeon was given a Bowling Championship fluttered like Sophomore Brian Sanders had the CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 GOING IN FOR THE LAY UP...Blue Devil Jim McKeon, No. 22, goes in for flagrant foul and a technical foul for an elusive butterfly just out of the the lay up as Raiders Adam Bendik, left, and Anwar Montgomery, No. 32, an exchange with an opposing player. reach of the Westfield High School follow the action. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 bowling team. On February 7 at Jer- VILLA ROLLS HIGH SERIES OF 671 sey Lanes in Linden, the Blue Devils rolled their season’s highest series DECAMPO, DEL DUCA RECORD IMPRESSIVE WINS and finally netted the title by out- totaling Linden, 3,177-3,097. Westfield Bowlers Win The 3,177, “was as high as we’ve ever gotten,” claimed Blue Devil Blue Devils Roll Early, Trap Head Coach Mike Tirone. North Section 2 Title After the preliminary round held on February 5, Roselle Catholic By DAVID B. CORBIN pleted step number one by capturing gained the top seed after rolling a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the Watchung Conference overall title Linden Tiger Matmen, 49-22 3,043 series and Westfield took the Step number three for the Westfield and achieved step two by winning second seed with a 2,986 total fol- High School bowling team came with the Union County crown. lowed by Linden at 2,866, Union at a first-place showing at the NJSIAA Westfield had a slow start, bowl- By DAVID B. CORBIN takedown, DeCampo recorded a 24- door on 125-lb. Terrence Banks with 2,809, Summit at 2,610 and A. L. North Section 2 tournament held at ing an 878 in the first game but got Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 8, technical fall in 5:44. a headlock in 5:46, 130-lb. Del Duca Johnson at 2,555. Eagle Rock Lanes in West Orange on the ball rolling from that point on An eight-bout string of victories “Our first three kids all went to earned a 9-2 victory over Dom “The top six teams qualify, so you February 9. It was Westfield’s fifth and took the lead away from Roselle after an opening-bout loss insured their backs after being ahead, him Principato to give Westfield a 23-6 must make it through the first round,” sectional title in six years. Catholic after a smashing 1,075 – victory for the 10-5 Westfield High (DeCampo) and both Kramers,” said lead. After being taken down, Del explained Tirone. Since No. 1 rolls Previously, the Blue Devils com- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 School wrestling team against the Kurz. “But they fought it off and Duca used a switch reversal to knot hosting Linden Tigers on February went on to win. Two years ago, that the score in the first period, added 8. The Blue Devils added another would not have happened. Joe got his two power-half nearfalls in the sec- bout victory to claim a 49-22 tri- offense going on his feet and had ond period and a reversal in the final umph. some nice cross-knee picks.” period. Two years ago in Linden, the Blue After Jake Kramer slammed the CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times KRAMER HOLDING THAT TIGER...Blue Devil Jake Kramer puts the finishing touch on 125-lb. Tiger Terrence Banks and pins him with a headlock in 5:46. Devils suffered a one-point defeat to the Tigers and Blue Devil Head Coach Glen Kurz was steamed at his team’s lack of incentive. MMMillburn SSillburn occer ClubCluboccer “This was a much better effort. U-13 Girls Mid-Season Tryouts Two years ago we were a much better team than them, but seemed unmoti- for 2002 Spring Season vated, came in flat and let them push us around the mat,” said Kurz. “I was a little concerned that was going to The Millburn Soccer Club is holding a mid-season tryout for U-13 girls for the happen today. At this point in the 2002 spring season. Professional soccer coaches train our competitive flight #2 season, it might be a little tough to traveling team. Current Millburn/Short Hills residents and out-of-town players are get motivated. We certainly weren’t encouraged to attend. There is no charge for the tryouts. at our highest but we still had some kids come through.” Qualifications: Birthdate between August 1,1988 to July 31, 1989. Junior Joe DeCampo and fresh- man Tom Del Duca recorded impres- Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2002 sive wins that will help when seeding time comes for the District 11 Tour- nament to be held in Westfield on Time: 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm February 22-23. After Linden won the opening bout Location: Soccer Palace at the West Orange Armory, (heavyweight class) via forfeit, 103- 1315 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ lb. Blue Devil Rob Mench received a forfeit and 112-lb. Sam Kramer won Clothing: Wear soccer clothes, including shin guards and indoor or a 7-5 decision over Chardeep outdoor soccer shoes and a water bottle. Randhawa, DeCampo at 119 came out like a ball of fire, scoring two Evaluation: Professional soccer coaches. takedowns and two nearfalls to take a 9-1, first period lead over Tiger Fred Monterrosa. Although adding Contact: Candidiates must call MSC @ 973-912-0853 (leave message) or two more takedowns and a reversal, email - [email protected], to sign up prior to attending the tryout. he got careless and yielded an es- Please include name, address, phone, email, and birthdate. cape, a reversal and a nearfall to carry a 15-6 lead into the third pe- Notification: Candidates will be notified by the MSC Coaching Committee. riod. With two more nearfalls and a CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, February 14, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

Blue Devil Bowlers Capture Union County Championship CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11

junior Matt Rothstein who rolled a Union all rolled over 1,000 totals in 622 series with a high game of 236. the third game. Rothstein banged out Junior Scott Villa rolled 613 with a a 237, Royston totaled 221, Masket high game of 244, sophomore An- rolled a 225, Sanders had a 205 and drew Royston rolled 599 with a high Villa had a 204. game of 218 and junior Willy Masket The road to victory in game 3, rolled 523 with a high game of 182 to however, began with a big rut. “By give Westfield a 199 per game, per the time game 3 comes (in the tour- man team average. nament), the lanes begin to break “I would take that average any- down,” pointed out Tirone. “In the time in a heartbeat,” said Tirone. first frame, four of our five guys In the finals, Rothstein was on a opened. We made our standard ad- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times roll and recorded the day’s highest justment and it seemed to work. From HIGH GAME OF THE SECTIONALS...Blue Devil sophomore Andrew Royston series with a 682 (233-212-237) to- the second frame on, the kids forgot shattered the pins and rolled the highest game of the North Section 2 Bowling tal. Royston came through with the about the first frame.” Tournament with a 257. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times HIGH SERIES OF THE SECTIONALS...Blue Devil junior Scott Villa rolled third-highest series at 666 (215-230- Referring to Linden’s performance, the highest series at the North Section 2 Bowling Tournament on February 9. He 221) just behind Anthony Amato of Tirone commented, “When you bowl rolled all three of his games over 200 and finished with a 671 total. Linden at 672. Sanders had a 633 a 3,097 and don’t win, it’s almost Lady Viking Cagers Swamp series (214-214-205), Masket totaled like highway robbery.” 632 (182-225-225) and Villa totaled On January 24, Westfield captured 564 (181-179-204). the overall Watchung Conference GL Highlanders, Nip Rams Blue Devil Bowlers Capture After game 1, Linden held the up- title. Coach Tirone indicated, “that per hand with a 1,093 game followed was step one and the Union County An offensively healthy third-quar- finished with nine points, three steals by Roselle Catholic at 1,026 and title was step two.” The state sec- ter run by the Union Catholic High and four assists for the 13-5 Vikings, North Jersey, Section 2 Title Westfield at 1,025. The Blue Devils tional meet was to begin just two School girls’ basketball team pro- Lisa Mortkowitz scored eight points vided the momentum it needed to and Amanda Kelly had two points CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 rolled a 1,060 in the second game to days later on February 9 at Eagle take over first place by nearly 70 pins. Rock Lanes in West Orange. Tirone glide to a 53-33 victory over Gover- and three steals. second highest in the tournament – Sophomore Andrew Royston had the Linden plunged with a 917 game had some concern. “We have two nor Livingston in Berkeley Heights The struggle against the stubborn game two. With a tournament-high fifth highest series with a 624 but while Roselle Catholic totaled 960. steps out of the way and it’s not easy on February 5. The scenario was Rams was based on defense, espe- 1,084 in game three, the Blue Devils rolled the tournament’s high game of According to Tirone, “We were to duplicate scores like that. I don’t quite different, however, in Scotch cially in the first half where Roselle accumulated a total of 3,037 and 257. Willy Masket had the eighth- sitting in first, but if we slipped up, want the kids to peak too soon. I want Plains on February 8 when the Vi- went into the locker room with a 13- outdistanced second place Roselle highest series at 613 and had a high we would have lost.” them to continually improve.” kings scored the game winner in 10 lead. Melinda Rosado, who had overtime to nip Roselle, 32-31. seven rebounds, nailed a jumper at Catholic that totaled 2,959. game of 244. All three qualified for To capture the crown, Westfield TEAM RESULTS: “We were not even in the top-five the NJSIAA individual finals. had to put it all together in the third Sophomore Lauren Huber led the the buzzer to send the game into 1. Westfield 3,177, 2. Linden 3,097, Viking assault against the GL High- overtime. Huber, who finished with after the first game,” pointed out Sophomore Brian Sanders had a game, and did with a 1,092 total, the 3. Roselle Catholic 2,989, 4. Union Blue Devil Head Coach Mike Tirone. series of 559 with a high game of 199 highest of the finals. True to Tirone’s landers with 15 points. Amy Snyder, 10 points, burned the net with the 2,983, 5. A. L. Johnson 2,466, 6. who finished with 13 points, five game winner. “Right now I’m emotionally spent and junior Matt Rothstein rolled a words, Linden, Roselle Catholic and Summit 2,384 but as happy as could be. Our guys 570 series with a high game of 214. rebounds and five assists, and Huber Johnson and Green both finished did a fantastic job. They started out “On the conditions that were out netted six and five points, respec- with eight points and Snyder fin- with an 878. They were shaky. I said there today, 3,000 is just fantastic,” tively, in the pivotal third quarter. ished with four points. that if they gave me an 880 game, we Tirone commented. Union County High School Margaret Goodspeed led the High- Union Catholic 17 6 17 13 53 will come back and win this thing. The top four teams and 12 indi- landers with 11 points, Meghan But- Gov. Livingston 6 12 4 11 33 They went absolutely nuts in the viduals from the South Jersey sec- Boys Basketball Results: ler bucketed 10 points and Peggy Roselle (12-6) 5 8 5 6 7 31 second game with a 1,075 and a tion will qualify for the NJSIAA Lallis added six. Kenyail Johnson Union Catholic 4 6 4 10 8 32 1,084 in the third game.” finals to be held at Carolier Lanes in FEBRUARY 5: North Brunswick on February 16. Linden (13-5) 15 18 24 28 85 Junior Scott Villa rolled games of Newark East Side 74, Union 45 Elizabeth (16-2) 19 25 23 26 93 241, 225 and 205 to record the The top nine individuals and top Union County High School Dave McSwain netted 27 points UC TOURNAMENT: tournament’s high series of 671. three teams from the remaining sec- and pulled 10 rebounds for East Side. tions qualified for the finals. FEBRUARY 9: Kelvin Porter sank 18 points and Scotch Plains-Fanwood 66. Day- Girls Basketball Results: PUBLIC NOTICE TOP SIX TEAMS: grabbed 15 rebounds of the Farmers. 1. Westfield 3,037, 2. Roselle Catholic ton 42 SHERIFF’S SALE 2,959, 3. Livingston 2,860, 4. West Orange Union (9-10) 10 14 13 8 45 Anwar Montgomery put in 21 FEBRUARY 5: Scotch Plains-Fanwood 52, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, and Butler 2,806, 6. Caldwell 2,735 East Side 18-1) 22 17 17 18 74 points, Adam Bendik hit for 12 and Union 56, Newark East Side 36 Westfield 27 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Ronke Adedoyin banged in 30 DOCKET NO. F-19020-00 TOP NINE INDIVIDUALS: Elizabeth 65, Irvington 49 Mike Brennan sank 10. Steve Will- Hillary Klimowicz scored 16 CITIMORTGAGE, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. 1. Villa (Westfield) 671, 2. Steve King Rashad Robinson pumped in 22 iams and Mike Hughes both scored points and yanked in 16 rebounds for points, Erin Gillooly sank 11, Kellie JOHNNIE BETHEA, ET AL., DEFEN- (Caldwell) 649, 3. Mike Yankauskas points for the Minutemen. six points for the 11-11 Raiders. the 15-4 Farmers. LaForge had nine and Jen Burke DANT. East Side 10 11 7 8 36 added six for the 17-3 Raiders. Jackie CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, (Livingston) 638, 4. Greg Hatzisawas Dayton (11-8) 8 8 10 16 42 Irvington (8-10) 13 12 15 9 49 Union 10 11 15 20 56 DATED MAY 4, 2001 FOR SALE OF (Roselle Catholic) 630, 5. Royston Elizabeth (15-2) 20 23 12 10 65 Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 24 17 17 8 66 Cusimano put in 14, Dana Passananti netted seven and Nicole Infantini MORTGAGED PREMISES. (Westfield) 624, 6. Jarod Mersier (West Plainfield 73, Kearny 40 Governor Livingston 45, New Elizabeth 46, Irvington 38 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Orange) 622, 7. Brian Dangren (Caldwell) Janell Nelson led 14-5 Elizabeth scored four for Westfield. ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Andre Dabney sank 28 points for Providence 38 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- 621, 8. Masket (Westfield) 613, 9. Dave with 14 points. Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 9 16 13 14 52 Plainfield. Doug Caruso scored 19 points, Westfield 5 5 8 9 27 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Sabin (Roselle Catholic) 605 Dave Curcio had 10 and Jason Gionta Elizabeth 11 5 19 11 46 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Plainfield (9-6) 21 13 19 20 73 Irvington 9 11 10 8 38 Kearny (4-15) 8 12 11 9 40 added nine for the 8-10 Highlanders. UC TOURNAMENT: sey on WEDNESDAY THE 6TH DAY OF PUBLIC NOTICE FEBRUARY 9: MARCH A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the Gov. Livingston 10 5 12 8 10 45 FEBRUARY 7: TOWN OF WESTFIELD FEBRUARY 7: Plainfield 54, Westfield 28 afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Elizabeth 93, Linden 85 New Prov. (13-6) 11 7 5 12 3 38 Union 73, Plainfield 56 ders must have 20% of their bid available in PLANNING BOARD Ronke Adedoyin fired in 18 points Jackie Cusimano scored 11 points cash or certified check at the conclusion of The No. 9 Minutemen won the A. L. Johnson 68, Oratory 59 Notice is hereby given that the Westfield for the 16-4 Farmers. Erica Brown and had four assists for Westfield and the sales. Planning Board at its meeting on Monday, showdown with No. 13 Linden. Shaun Griffin netted 18 points and Dana Passananti had six. Chevanie The judgment amount is SIXTY NINE February 4, 2002 memorialized the follow- Rashad Robinson netted 23 points Matt Poskay sank 17 for the Crusad- sank 17 for the 7-12 Cardinals. THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED THIRTY Smith netted 15 points for Plainfield. ing Board action taken at the Special Meet- for the winners and Don Busby sank ers. Brian Weber put in 29 points for Plainfield 13 10 14 19 56 EIGHT & 37/100 ($69,638.37). ing on December 19, 2002: Union 14 21 20 18 73 Westfield 8 4 7 9 28 The property to be sold is located in the 22 for the Tigers. Oratory. 01-14(V) R.R.D. CONTRACTORS, INC., Plainfield 15 9 12 18 54 City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, Oratory 10 17 23 9 59 Rahway 44, Roselle Catholic 41 New Jersey. 502 CODDING ROAD, BLOCK PUBLIC NOTICE Governor Livingston 57, Mother 2909, LOT 2. APPLICANT A. L. Johnson 13 13 19 21 68 The 14-4 Indians were led by Commonly known as: 248 Fulton Street, Chante Small with 18 points. K.K. Seton 34 Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206 SEEKING PRELIMINARY MA- SHERIFF’S SALE Rebecca Ringwood banged in 20 Tax Lot No. 561 in Block 2 JOR SUBDIVISION AP- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PUBLIC NOTICE Foster put in 13 for the 13-4 Lions. Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 25 PROVAL. APPLICANT SEEKS CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, points for the Highlanders and Mar- feet wide by 100 feet long TO CREATE THREE BUILD- Roselle Catholic 8 11 14 8 41 DOCKET NO. F-13449-00 SHERIFF’S SALE Rahway 8 13 12 11 44 garet Goodspeed had 10 points and Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- ING LOTS FROM A SINGLE CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, seven rebounds. westerly line of Fulton Street 175.12 feet EXISTING LOT. – Approved with CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. JOAO CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, FEBRUARY 8: from the southerly line of Third Street. conditions. SOARES AND CRISTINA SOARES, HIS DOCKET NO. F-6167-98 Mother Seton 6 4 16 8 34 And Governor Livingston 56, Mount Gov. Livingston 19 18 8 12 57 There is due approximately the sum of WIFE, DEFENDANT. BANK UNITED, PLAINTIFF vs. JAMES St. Mary 54 SEVENTY SEVEN THOUSAND TWO- 01-23(V) MICHAEL MAHONEY, (APPLI- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, D. GRAHAM, DEFENDANT. New Providence 43, A. L. Johnson 23 HUNDRED THIRTY & 90/100 ($77,230.90) CANT) SEEKS PRELIMINARY DATED JULY 10, 2001 FOR SALE OF CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Junior Margaret Goodspeed net- together with lawful interest and costs. MAJOR SUBDIVISION WITH MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED NOVEMBER 12, 1999 FOR SALE ted 24 points for the Highlanders and Stephanie Machin netted 20 points There is a full legal description on file in VARIANCES FOR 513, 533, By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Kathleen Dreitlein sank four of her for the Pioneers. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. 541, 545, 553, 557 AND 561 ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Johnson 2 6 5 10 23 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn EDGAR ROAD (BLOCK 2909, by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale eight points in overtime. Meghan this sale. LOTS 4.01, 10.01, 11.01, 12.01, ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Butler scored 10 points and Rebecca New Providence 8 15 7 13 43 RALPH FROEHLICH 13.02, 13.03, 14.01, 15.01 AND Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Ringwood had nine. Krissy Suckow Summit 48, Brearley 33 16.01). APPLICANT SEEKS TO SHERIFF sey on WEDNESDAY THE 6TH DAY OF Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- banged in 36 points for Mount St. Lauren Ertz fired in 27 points for ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN RECONFIGURE THE PROP- MARCH A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the sey on WEDNESDAY THE 27TH DAY OF ATTORNEYS ERTY LINES OF 9 EXISTING afternoon of said day. All successful bid- FEBRUARY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the Mary. the Hilltoppers. LOTS AND IN SO DOING, CRE- 1139 Spruce Drive ders must have 20% of their bid available in afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Mt. St. Mary (8-12) 6 11 17 9 11 54 Brearley 6 6 6 15 33 ATE 15 NEW LOTS (8 OF PO Box 1024 cash or certified check at the conclusion of ders must have 20% of their bid available in Gov. Liv. (6-12) 12 12 10 9 13 56 Summit 13 11 14 10 48 Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 WHICH WILL BE NEW SINGLE the sales. cash or certified check at the conclusion of 1-908-233-8500 FAMILY BUILDING LOTS), The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED the sales. Linden 56, Hillside 5 File No. XFZ-43860 AND 7 WILL BE REMAINDER FORTY NINE THOUSAND EIGHT-HUN- The judgment amount is SEVENTY FIVE PUBLIC NOTICE Cecilia Green scored 16 points. CH-756009 - (WL) LOTS WITH THE EXISTING DRED SIXTEEN & 30/100 ($149,816.30). THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED THIRTY 4 T - 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 DWELLINGS TO REMAIN ON REAL ESTATE TAX DISCLOSURE FOUR & 57/100 ($75,234.57). SHERIFF’S SALE Hillside 1 2 2 0 5 & 2/28/02 Fee: $183.60 THEM. THIS APPLICATION If designated below, there are liens in the The property to be sold is located in the SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Linden 19 11 18 8 56 INCLUDES IMPROVING AN estimated sum as specified below. Plaintiff City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, PUBLIC NOTICE UNIMPROVED PORTION OF advises that the municipal tax office should New Jersey. DOCKET NO. F-18851-99 PUBLIC NOTICE CODDING ROAD. – Approved be contacted to obtain any additional tax Commonly known as: 1050 Bond Street, AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COM- SHERIFF’S SALE with conditions. amounts that may be due. Elizabeth, New Jersey 07202 PANY, PLAINTIFF vs. JORGE E. SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Kenneth B. Marsh 1. Water and Sewer: $424.72 Tax Lot No. 168 in Block 12 RAMIREZ; ZULMA N. RIOS-RAMIREZ, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Secretary CONCISE DESCRIPTION Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 25 HIS WIFE, DEFENDANT. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-4863-99 1 T - 2/14/02, The Leader Fee: $37.74 1. The property to be sold is commonly feet wide by 87 feet long CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DOCKET NO. F-12583-98 FIRST UNION MORTGAGE CORPO- known as: 623-625 First Avenue, Elizabeth, Nearest Cross Street: Situate at the inter- DATED JUNE 23, 2000 FOR SALE OF GRP LOAN CORP., PLAINTIFF vs. RATION, PLAINTIFF vs. ILDA T. PUBLIC NOTICE New Jersey 07206. section of the southerly side of Bond Street MORTGAGED PREMISES. CHERYL M. KRESS, ET ALS., DEFEN- RAMALHO, ET AL., DEFENDANT. 2. Tax Block No.: 7 Lot No.: 416 and the westerly side of Catherine Street. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- DANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SHERIFF’S SALE 3. Dimensions of lot: 37.89 x 70.15 x There is due approximately the sum of ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED NOVEMBER 15, 2001 FOR SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 37.50 x 75.59 ONE-HUNDRED THREE THOUSAND by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- DATED JANUARY 19, 2001 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, 4. Nearest cross street: 6th Street FOUR-HUNDRED TWENTY & 38/100 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- DOCKET NO. F-9551-00 There is due approximately the sum of ($103,420.38) together with lawful interest Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale IRWIN MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY SIX THOUSAND and costs. sey on WEDNESDAY THE 6TH DAY OF ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- PLAINTIFF vs. WILLIAM CUBILLAS, DE- SIX-HUNDRED EIGHTEEN & 85/100 There is a full legal description on file in MARCH A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 FENDANT. ($166,618.85) together with lawful interest the Union County Sheriff’s Office. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, and costs. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn ders must have 20% of their bid available in Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 6TH DAY OF DATED NOVEMBER 9, 2001 FOR SALE There is a full legal description on file in this sale. cash or certified check at the conclusion of sey on WEDNESDAY THE 6TH DAY OF MARCH A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. RALPH FROEHLICH the sales. MARCH A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SHERIFF The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED afternoon of said day. All successful bid- ders must have 20% of their bid available in ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale this sale. ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, THIRTY THOUSAND SIXTY THREE & ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion of by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- RALPH FROEHLICH ATTORNEYS 46/100 ($130,063.46). cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 SHERIFF 1139 Spruce Drive The property to be sold is located in the the sales. The judgment amount is EIGHTY TWO Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- HUBSCHMAN & ROMAN P.O. Box 1024 City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State The judgment amount is THREE-HUN- THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY sey on WEDNESDAY THE 6TH DAY OF ATTORNEYS AT LAW Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 of New Jersey. DRED FORTY THREE THOUSAND EIGHT & 73/100 ($82,158.73). MARCH A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the 318 Bergen Boulevard 1-908-233-8500 It is commonly known as 24 Oakwood TWO-HUNDRED SEVENTY FIVE & 71/ Property to be sold is located in the City afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Palisades Park, New Jersey 07650 File No. XFZ-37334 Place, Elizabeth, New Jersey. 100 ($343,275.71). of Elizabeth, County of Union and State ders must have 20% of their bid available in CH-756385 - (WL) CH-754160 - (WL) It is known and designated as Block 11, The property to be sold is located in the of New Jersey. cash or certified check at the conclusion of 4 T - 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 4 T - 1/31, 2/7, 2/14 Lot 1114. BOROUGH of MOUNTAINSIDE, NEW Premises commonly known as 603 the sales. & 2/28/02 Fee: $193.80 & 2/21/02 Fee: $185.64 The dimensions are 40 feet wide by 110 JERSEY 07092, County of UNION and BRITTON STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- feet long. State of New Jersey. JERSEY. DRED FIFTY EIGHT THOUSAND PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Nearest Cross Street: Irvington Avenue. Commonly known as: 1169 RIDGE BEING KNOWN as LOT 4, BLOCK 0273, SEVEN-HUNDRED SEVENTY TWO & Prior lien(s): The total amount due for DRIVE, MOUNTAINSIDE, NEW JERSEY on the official Tax Map of the City of Eliza- 79/100 ($258,772.79). NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION unpaid water/sewer charges is in the aggre- 07092. beth. Common Street Address: 614 South BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, PROCUREMENT DIVISION gate sum of $261.94. Tax Lot No. 13 in Block No. 5.B Dimensions: 25 feet x 93.39 feet x 25 Broad Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey INVITATION TO BID SUBJECT TO UNPAID TAXES AND Dimension of Lot: approximately 100.00 feet x 93.39 feet. Tax Lot and Block: Lot 1341, Block 4 SEALED BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N.J.S.A, 27:7-35.1 et seq., OTHER MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS, feet wide by 164.38 feet long. Nearest Cross Street: Clarkson Avenue. Approximate Dimensions: Approximately in the NJDOT MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 AMOUNT DUE IS AVAILABLE IN THE Nearest Cross Street: Short Drive The Sheriff hereby reserves the right 200 feet X 50 feet Parkway Avenue, until 10:00 A.M. on 2/21/02 and opened and read for: SHERIFF’S OFFICE OR FROM Situated at a point on the northwesterly to adjourn this sale without further no- Nearest Cross Street: Approximately 184 MAINTENANCE ROADWAY REPAIR CONTRACT #121, NORTH-2001 PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEYS UPON WRIT- sideline of Ridge Drive distance approxi- tice by publication. feet from Summer Street. VARIOUS ROUTES IN UNION AND ESSEX COUNTIES TEN REQUEST TO PLAINTIFF’S ATTOR- mately 700.96 feet northeasterly from its Subject to unpaid taxes, assessments, There is due approximately the sum of COUNTIES OF ESSEX AND UNION NEYS. intersection with the northerly sideline of water and sewer liens. TWO-HUNDRED SEVENTY FIVE THOU- 100% STATE There is due approximately the sum of Short Drive. There is due approximately the sum of SAND FIVE-HUNDRED SIX & 39/100 DP# 01436 ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY ONE THOUSAND There is due approximately the sum of NINTY SIX THOUSAND SEVEN-HUN- ($275,506.39) together with lawful interest The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 U.S.C., THREE-HUNDRED FORTY NINE & 16/ THREE-HUNDRED EIGHTY FOUR DRED SEVENTY TWO & 68/100 and costs. 49 C.F.R.., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the 100 ($151,349.16) together with lawful in- THOUSAND EIGHT-HUNDRED SIXTY ($96,772.68) together with lawful interest There is a full legal description on file in Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to submit terest and costs. TWO & 07/100 ($384,862.07) together with and costs. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on the grounds There is a full legal description on file in lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the contract award. Bidders are required the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. this sale. to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 NJAC 17:27. Drawings, specifications, The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH and bid documents may be inspected or obtained for a fee of $18.00, for full size drawings, this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. SHERIFF at the NJDOT Plans Distribution Building #8 Thiokol P.O. Box 600 Trenton, New Jersey RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH FARR, BURKE, GAMBACORTA & 08625 during business hours. Names and addresses of prospective bidders for this project SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF WRIGHT may be acquired by telephoning 609-530-8584 or 609-530-8585 during business hours. STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, SHERIFF FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. ATTORNEYS AT LAW Their fax number is 609-530-8347. Drawings, supplemental specifications, and boring logs NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LLP FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 14, 2002 Page 13 Lady Devil Cagers Fall To Old Bridge, Shabazz The Westfield High School girls’ in seven points in the first quarter and basketball team experienced the brunt Capra firing in 11 in the second of a one-two punch on February 4 quarter. Passananti hit two 3-point- and 5. First, the hosting Blue Devils ers in the second quarter. Cusimano were felled by Old Bridge, 78-43, rolled in 10 of her points in the then, they traveled to Newark and second half. Meatto scored 14 of her were paralyzed by No. 3 Malcolm X. points in the second half. Shabazz, 76-22. The 19-1 Shabazz Lady Bulldogs Seniors Jackie Cusimano and Dana were stingy to all of the Blue Devils Passananti scored 15 and 11 points, and held Cusimano to just 10 points. respectively, for the Blue Devils Passananti scored six, Venesia had against the Old Bridge Knights while four and Jessica O’Neill added two Lisa Venezia netted seven points and points. Shahida Williams bucketed

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Nicole Infantino added four. Amanda 20 points and Matee Avajon put in PLAYING AT A HIGHER LEVEL...Five members of the 2001 Raider football Meatto, Jaime Capra and Cathy 13. team will be testing their football skills at college/university level. Pictured, left Rutler fired in 18, 17 and 15 points, Cusimano scored six of Westfield’s to right, are: Brian Schiller (Holy Cross), Rob Mattar (University of Pennsyl- respectively, for the Knights. eight first-half points via two 3-point- vania), Ray Williams (Purdue), Steve Williams (several options but uncommit- The 10-8 Knights galloped to a 41- ers while Shabazz totaled 39, led by ted), Andrew Pavoni (Middlebury) and Coach Steve Ciccotelli. 20 halftime lead with Rutler putting Williams with 14 points. Passananti sank two 3-pointers in the second half but the entire starting five of the FULLOWAN, REGENYE, PRICE, COUGHLIN HIT 20+ WINS Lady Bulldogs got into the scoring act. Coming off the bench in the final quarter, Jennifer Jones banged in all Highlander Matmen Stagger nine of her points for Shabazz. Old Bridge 19 22 20 17 78 Westfield 8 12 12 11 43 Westfield 5 3 7 7 22 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Shabazz 17 22 20 17 76 GOING WAY UP WITH A JUMPER...Raider senior Mike Brennan towers Lancers, Tame Mustangs over the opposition when shooting his jumper. Brennan was at the right place at the right time against the Blue Devils and led all scorers with 22 points and By FRED LECOMTE mistakes. I feel a kind of renewed before the districts,” said Vanderveer. Blue Devils Pizzazz also grabbed eight rebounds. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times confidence and I hope that by work- “It prepares me mentally as to what’s The Governor Livingston High ing hard, the second part of the sea- to come. It gives you an indicator Shabazz Cagemen School wrestling team improved to son will be a good one for me.” what needs to be changed and what After a four-game losing slide, the 10-8 by trouncing the A. L. Johnson Colin Price at 189 pummeled Greg moves are working against that level Westfield High School boys’ basket- Charged Raider Boys Conk Crusaders, 50-17, in Clark on Febru- Ofelanger with an 18-2 tech fall in of an opponent.” ball team won its second game in a ary 6, then by whacking the hosting 4:00. Shawn Coughlin demolished Fullowan at 130 smothered Dan row by out-flaring Malcolm X. Manville Mustangs, 52-18, on Feb- Scott Diaz with a cradle at 1:21 to Noble in :29 and DiStefano at 135 Shabazz, 76-55, in Westfield on Feb- Blue Devil Hoopsters, 71-55 ruary 9. Additionally, the Highland- elevate his record to 20-4. clamped Paul Phaughthong in :28. ruary 5. Blue Devil senior center CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 ers qualified for the North Jersey, Against Manville, 145 lb. Eric Justin Coughlin received a forfeit Dan DeSerio sizzled by burning the Section 2, Group 2 sectional tourna- Serrano flattened Nathan Bott in 1:40 at 140 lbs. net with a game-high 24 points. Also, Brennan received a technical and two assists) and sophomore Jan ment and Head Coach Rick Iocono Through DeSerio’s offensive lead- foul for hanging on the rim after a Cocoziello (two points and three as- celebrated his 200th victory by beat- ership, Westfield rocked the Bull- botched dunk. sists). Senior Adam Turner recorded ing Manville. dogs, 17-4, in the first quarter. Other stars for Scotch Plains- two first quarter blocks. Marc Vanderveer scored a DeSerio netted 10 of his points in the Fanwood included senior Steve Wil- Westfield played their first county fireman’s takedown and a two-point quarter. Senior Jim McKeon, who liams who scored 10 points, boarded game against Union yesterday. Said tilt to grab an 8-7 come-from-behind finished with 12 points with two 3- three balls and dished off four as- DeSerio, “We need to play more as a victory over Mike Coler at 103 to get pointers, banged in six in the second sists, senior Bendik (six points, three team and with better defense to get the Highlanders rolling against the quarter to boost Westfield to a 36-20 rebounds and game-leading eight the victory.” Crusaders. lead at the half. assists) and senior Mike Hughes (four If the Blue Devils are triumphant, “I beat him in the counties wres- Eric Turner bucketed 16 points, points and three rebounds). they will face Elizabeth later this tling from my feet, so he kind of knew including four 3-pointers, for 12-6 For Westfield, nine of their 11 week. my style.” said Vanderveer. “He was Westfield, Louis Mercer sank six, players scored. DeSerio had 17 points Scotch Plains defeated Dayton able to control me while building a 7- Jan Cocozziello scored five, Adam and nine rebounds, senior Jay Cook High School, 66-42, on February 9 to 3 advantage. I didn’t think four points Turner and Bob Wilt added four each, had 11 points, senior Louie Mercer advance in the county tournament. was that tough to overcome, so I just and Tyshon Blackmon contributed had two points and six assists and Westfield 7 9 10 29 55 decided to forgot about everything three. DeSerio led all with 15 re- McKeon had six points and two steals. Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 18 15 17 21 71 and went right at him.” bounds. Amir Pinniz led Shabazz Also playing well for Westfield Tim Vanderveer at 125 and Mike with 15 points. were junior Eric Turner (nine points PUBLIC NOTICE Fullowan at 130 received forfeits. Shabazz 4 16 13 22 55 Craig DiStefano at 135 pinned Mike Westfield 17 19 25 15 76 PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD OF EDUCATION Terrano in 1:19 while Eric Serrano WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY showed Edgar Vela the lights in 1:19 SHERIFF’S SALE NOTICE TO BIDDERS Lady Raiders Slash SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, to make the team score 27-12. Justin Sealed proposals will be received by the Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Coughlin earned a 4-1 decision over DOCKET NO. F-4142-01 Board of Education of the Westfield School CROSS FACE AND FAR ANKLE...Highlander Craig DiStefano, top, used a Cougar Cagers District, Union County, New Jersey, at the 145-lb. Ed Hamilton. Jon Regenye wicked cross face on 135-lb. Crusader Mike Terrano and pinned him in 1:19. WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK FA The 16-3 Scotch Plains-Fanwood SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, West- improved to 20-1 by stabilizing Paul field, New Jersey, for the following supplies, Minch in :18. GL 50, A. L. JOHNSON 17 High School girls’ basketball team UNITED, PLAINTIFF vs. WENCESLAO in the first bout using a half nelson. ROMERO, ET AL, DEFENDANT. equipment or services: Marcello Cavallero at 171 added a “I’ve been in a lot of close matches this 103: Vanderveer (GL) d. Coler, 8-7 caged Cranford, 54-29, in Cranford BID FOR: 112: Jeff Lim (J) won forfeit CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, reversal and a two-point nearfall in year,” said Serrano, now 16-9, “So I on February 5. Freshman Hillary DATED SEPTEMBER 01, 2001 FOR SALE B03-04 ART SUPPLIES FOR THE 2002- 119: no match 2003 SCHOOL YEAR the third period to grab a 9-3 decision really don’t know what’s ahead. I’m 125: Vanderveer (GL) won forfeit Klimowicz dominated both sides of OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. over Chris Winter. “I just let it all go hoping to place in the districts, then 130: Fullowan (GL) won forfeit the court with 17 points and eight By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- BIDS DUE: ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale MARCH 8, 2002 AT 11:30 AM today,” said Cavallaro. “I was deter- perhaps the regions if all goes well.” 135: DiStefano (GL) p. Terrano, 1:19 rebounds. 140: Serrano (GL) p. Vela, 1:19 Wasting no time, the Raiders by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- The bids will be received at the Adminis- mined to return the favor as he beat Regenye dropped Doug Seminick 145: Coughlin (GL) d. Hamilton, 4-1 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 tration Building, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, me in the Rahway tournament. I to his back in 1:11. After Cavallaro 152: Regenye (GL) p. Minch :18 surged to a 31-15 lead at the half then Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- New Jersey 07090, on the date and at the mainly concentrated on defense look- received a forfeit at 171, Price erupted 160: Alex Novak (J) won forfeit brought up the bench in the third sey on WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF time indicated, and then publicly opened FEBRUARY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the and read aloud. ing to take advantage of any possible with a 12-2 decision over Joe Zuza at 171: Cavallaro (GL) d. Winter, 9-3 quarter. Lindsay Pennella and Maura 189: Price (GL) tf. Ofelanger, 18-2 4:00 Gillooly each scored eight, Kellie afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Bids must be in strict compliance with 189. Highlander, Shawn Coughlin 215: Coughlin (GL) p. Diaz 1:33 ders must have 20% of their bid available in specifications. Bids must be made on the landed win number 21 by pinning Ed Hwt:- Nick Jahn (J) p. Rob Hernandez 1:21 LaForge and Jen Burke each netted cash or certified check at the conclusion of proposal forms in the manner designated. GL Hoopmen Sink Zuza in 1:43. six and Erin Gillooly added three. the sales. Proposals must be endorsed on the outside GL 52, MANVILLE 18 Gillian Murray and Lauren The judgment amount is TWENTY SIX of the sealed envelope, with the name of The bout of the afternoon featured 103: Vanderveer (GL) won forfeit THOUSAND SEVEN-HUNDRED the bidder, the bidder's address and the UC Vikings, 55-29 125-lb. Mustang Jason Lebedz and 112: no match O’Donnell sank six points apiece for TWENTY SIX & 44/100 ($26,726.44). name of the supplies, equipment, or ser- The Governor Livingston High Tim Vanderveer. Lebetz scored a 119: Luis Martinez (M) won forfeit the 11-6 Cougars. Municipality: City of Plainfield vices for which the bid is submitted. It is 125: Jason Lebedz (M) d. Vanderveer, 4-3 OT Street Address: 427 Orchard Place understood and agreed that proposals may School boys’ basketball team sank takedown then followed with an es- 130: Fullowan (GL) p. Dan Noble, :29 Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 9 22 12 11 54 Cranford 4 11 6 8 29 Tax Lot: 11 be delivered before the time or at the place Mountain Valley Conference oppo- cape to take a 3-0 lead. Vanderveer 135: DiStefano (GL) Phaughthong :28 Tax Block 238 specified for opening. The Board of Educa- nent, Union Catholic, 55-29, in struck back with a slick single leg 140: Coughlin (GL) won forfeit PUBLIC NOTICE Approximate dimensions: 33.60 feet x tion assumes no responsibility for bids mailed Scotch Plains on February 5. High- takedown and a penalty point to send 145: Serrano (GL) p. Bott, 1: 40 97.90 feet x 33.10 feet x 98.37 feet or misdirected in delivery. landers Doug Caruso and Mike the bout into overtime. The score 152: Regenye (GL) p. Seminick, 1:11 TOWN OF WESTFIELD Nearest cross street: New Street The Board of Education of the Town of 160: Paul Ferraro (M) won forfeit Public Notice is hereby given that an There is due approximately the sum of Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, Amalfe each netted nine points. John remained tied and Lebetz chose the 171: Cavallaro (GL) won forfeit ordinance of which the following is a copy TWENTY EIGHT THOUSAND NINE- reserves the right to accept or reject any Losavio led the Vikings with 10 down position in double overtime 189: Price (GL) md. Joe Zuza, 12-2 was introduced, read and passed on first HUNDRED NINETEEN & 83/100 and/or all bids for the whole or any part and points. and escaped to earn a 4-3 decision. 215: Coughlin (GL) p. Ed Zuza, 1:43 reading by the Council of the Town of West- ($28,919.83) together with lawful interest waive any informalities in the interest of the The Highlanders surged ahead of Hwt: Kyle Galasso (M) d. Hernandez, 7-1 field at a meeting held February 13, 2002, and costs. Board of Education. No bid may be with- “It was a good match to get in and that the said Council will further con- There is a full legal description on file in drawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the the Vikings, 30-8 by halftime, led by sider the same for final passage on the 26th the Union County Sheriff’s Office. date set for the opening thereof. Scott Donohue with six points. GL’s PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE day of February 2002, at 8:00 p.m., or as The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Bidding shall be in conformance with the Jason Gionta finished the game with soon thereafter as said matter can be this sale. applicable requirements of N.J.S.A. seven points. SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE reached, in the Council Chambers, Munici- RALPH FROEHLICH 18A:18A-1 et.seq., pertaining to the "Public SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, pal Building, 425 East Broad Street, West- SHERIFF School Contracts Law". Gov. Livingston 19 11 12 13 55 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, field, New Jersey, at which time and place PLUESE, ETTIN, BECKER & Bidders are required to comply with the Union Catholic 5 3 11 10 29 DOCKET NO. F-11340-01 DOCKET NO. F-16629-00 any person who may be interested therein SALTZMAN requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC HOMESIDE LENDING, INC., PLAIN- FLEET MORTGAGE CORP., PLAIN- will be given an opportunity to be heard A DIV. OF KATZ, ETTIN, LEVINE 17:27). PUBLIC NOTICE TIFF vs. EUGENIO LOPEZ; STATE OF TIFF vs. JUAN PIREZ AND GLAIELA concerning said ordinance. 905 North Kings Highway By order of the Town of Westfield Board NEW JERSEY; ET ALS, DEFENDANT. PIREZ, HIS WIFE, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. Bernard A. Heeney Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 of Education, Union County, New Jersey. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Town Clerk CH-756356 - (WL) Robert A. Berman PLANNING BOARD DATED OCTOBER 22, 2001 FOR SALE DATED OCTOBER 24, 2001 FOR SALE SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 4 T - 1/24, 1/31, 2/7 Board Secretary Notice is hereby given that on February OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. AN ORDINANCE REPEALING & 2/14/02 Fee: $171.36 1 T - 2/14/02, The Leader Fee: $44.37 27, 2002 at 8:00 P.M. in the Borough Hall of By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale 1889 ENTITLED: “AN ORDI- Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey the Fanwood by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- NANCE PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Planning Board will hold a public hearing to ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 IMPROVEMENT OF WEST- COURT OF COMMON PLEAS consider the appeal of Toby Two Realty, Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- FIELD AVENUE FROM SOUTH PHILADELPHIA COUNTY L.L.C. for a minor subdivision on the prop- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF sey on WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF AVENUE TO DORIAN ROAD PENNSYLVANIA erty at 76/80 Pleasant Avenue Fanwood, FEBRUARY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the FEBRUARY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the AND THE APPROPRIATION SEPTEMBER TERM 2000 NO. 2082 New Jersey also known as Block 20 Lots 4 afternoon of said day. All successful bid- afternoon of said day. All successful bid- OF THE MONIES NECESSARY & 4A8 on the Fanwood Tax Map. The follow- ders must have 20% of their bid available in ders must have 20% of their bid available in THEREFOR,” ADOPTED COMPLAINT - CIVIL ACTION ing bulk variances are requested from the cash or certified check at the conclusion of cash or certified check at the conclusion of APRIL 12, 1994, AND REPEAL- JUNE MOORE HARRIS, et al., PLAINTIFFS v. Land Use Ordinance of the Borough of the sales. the sales. ING SPECIAL ORDINANCE LABOR TEAM USA, MRS. RESSLER’S FOOD Fanwood. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- NO. 1907 ENTITLED: “AN OR- PRODUCTS COMPANY, PIDC, KNUD SIMONSEN, 12.04El Variance requested: Min. Lot Size FORTY SIX THOUSAND EIGHT-HUN- DRED FORTY FIVE THOUSAND THREE- DINANCE PROVIDING FOR KS INDUSTRIES, LTD., HENDERSON ROBERTS, AND Permitted: 7,500 square feet Present: 10,161 DRED EIGHTY & 97/100 ($146,880.97). HUNDRED FIFTY FIVE & 66/100 THE IMPROVEMENT OF SUM- ROBERTS FOOD PROCESSING EQUIPMENT CORP., square feet Proposed: (Lot 4) 5,074 square The property to be sold is located in the ($245,355.66). MIT AVENUE FROM SOUTH DEFENDANTS. feet CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of The property to be sold is located in the AVENUE TO PARK STREET TO: HENDERSON ROBERTS AND ROBERTS FOOD PROCESSING EQUIPMENT 12.04El Variance requested: Min. Lot Size UNION, and the State of NEW JERSEY. CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of AND THE APPROPRIATION CORPORATION, Defendants, 1901 Manor Drive, Unit B, Union, NJ 07083 and/or 48 Permitted: 7,500 square feet Present: 10,161 Tax LOT 554 BLOCK 3 UNION, and the State of New Jersey. OF THE MONIES NECESSARY State Street, Jersey City, NJ 07304. square feet Proposed: (Lot 4.A) 5,087 square COMMONLY KNOWN AS 448 FULTON Tax LOT 31 BLOCK 10 THEREFOR,” ADOPTED feet STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 124 ALTON MARCH 28, 1995 TAKE NOTICE THAT a Complaint - Civil Action - Negligence, Breach of Warranty, Strict 12.04E2 Variance requested: Min. Lot 07206 STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council Liability, Wrongful Death, and Personal Injury - has been filed against you in the above- width Permitted: 75 feet. Present: 100 feet. Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) 07201 of the Town of Westfield, in the county of named Court. Said Action arises from a death caused by a meat quality improver Proposed: (Lot 4) 50 feet 25.0 feet wide by 100.0 feet long. Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) Union, State of New Jersey, as follows: manufactured, distributed and/or produced by you. 12.04E2 Variance requested: Min. Lot Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the 100.0 feet wide by 35.0 feet long. 1. Special Ordinance No. 1889 en- WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs demand judgment in their favor and against Defendants, jointly width Permitted: 75 feet. Present: 100 feet. SOUTHWESTERLY side of FULTON Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the titled: “AN ORDINANCE PRO- and severally, in excess of $50,000 together with interest, attorneys’ fees and costs. Proposed: (Lot 4.A) 50 feet STREET, 175.00 feet from the SOUTHERLY side of ALTON STREET, VIDING FOR THE IMPROVE- NOTICE 12.04E5 Variance requested: Min. side SOUTHWEASTERLY side of FIFTH 129.12 feet from the WESTERLY side of MENT OF WESTFIELD AV- yard (4.A) Permitted: 15 feet. Present: 57.6 STREET. CANTON STREET. ENUE FROM SOUTH AVENUE You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the feet. Proposed: 7.6 feet THE SALE IS SUBJECT TO UNPAID THE SALE IS SUBJECT TO UNPAID TO DORIAN ROAD AND THE following pages you must take action within twenty (20) days after this complaint and notice 12.04E5 Variance requested: Min. side TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS, TAX, TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS, TAX, APPROPRIATION OF THE are served, by entering a written appearance personally or by attorney and filing in writing with yard (4) Permitted 15 feet. Present: N/A WATER AND SEWER LIENS AND OTHER WATER AND SEWER LIENS AND OTHER MONIES NECESSARY the Court your defenses or objections to the claims set forth against you. You are warned Proposed: 10 feet MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS. THE MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS. THE THEREFOR,” adopted by the that if you fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered l2.04E10 Variance requested: Max. im- AMOUNT DUE CAN BE OBTAINED AMOUNT DUE CAN BE OBTAINED Town Council of the Town of against you by the court without further notice for any money claimed in the complaint or for provement coverage (4.A) Permitted: 35% FROM THE LOCAL TAXING AUTHOR- FROM THE LOCAL TAXING AUTHOR- Westfield, County of Union, State any other claim or relief requested by the plaintiffs. You may lose money or property or other Present: 33% Proposed: 64% ITY. ITY. of New Jersey on April 12, 1994 rights important to you. The Application will also seek such other There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of is hereby repealed. YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT relief as may be determined necessary at ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY FOUR THOU- TWO-HUNDRED SIXTY THOUSAND 2. Special Ordinance No. 1907 en- HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE the public hearing based upon review of the SAND NINE-HUNDRED NINTY NINE & TWO-HUNDRED SEVENTY ONE & 18/ titled: “AN ORDINANCE PRO- SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET HELP. Application or amendment(s) to the Appli- 96/100 ($154,999.96) together with lawful 100 ($260,271.18) together with lawful in- VIDING FOR THE IMPROVE- cation. interest and costs. terest and costs. MENT OF SUMMIT AVENUE PHILADELPHIA BAR ASSOCIATION All interested persons may be present There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in FROM SOUTH AVENUE TO LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE and heard. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. PARK STREET AND THE AP- One Reading Center The file pertaining to this application is The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn PROPRIATION OF THE MON- Philadelphia, PA 19107 available for public inspection during normal this sale. this sale. IES NECESSARY THERE- Telephone (215) 238-6333 business hours from the Secretary of the RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH FOR,” adopted by the Town THOMAS MORE HOLLAND, ESQUIRE Board at the Administration Offices of the SHERIFF SHERIFF Council of the Town of West- LAW OFFICES OF THOMAS MORE HOLLAND Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine SHAPIRO & DIAZ, LLP SHAPIRO & DIAZ, LLP field, County of Union, State of Attorney for Plaintiffs Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey ATTORNEYS AT LAW ATTORNEYS AT LAW New Jersey on March 28, 1995 Grace Hall Peter J. Wolfson, Esq., Suite J Suite J is hereby repealed. 1522 Locust Street Dillon, Bitar, Luther, L.L.C. 406 Lippincott Drive 406 Lippincott Drive 3. This ordinance shall take effect Philadelphia, PA 19102 53 Maple Avenue Marlton, New Jersey 08053 Marlton, New Jersey 08053 immediately following publication Tel. (215) 592-8080 Morristown, New Jersey 07963-0398 CH-756354 - (WL) CH-756358 - (WL) and in the manner provided by 2 T - 2/14 & 2/21/02, The Leader Fee: $165.24 Atty. for: Toby Two Realty, L.L.C. 4 T - 1/24, 1/31, 2/7 4 T - 1/24, 1/31, 2/7 law. 1 T - 2/14/02, The Times Fee: $47.43 & 2/14/02 Fee: $214.20 & 2/14/02 Fee: $214.20 1 T - 2/14/02, The Leader Fee: $60.69 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, February 14, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Union County High School Blue Devils Roll Early, Trap Varsity Wrestling Results: Linden Tiger Matmen, 49-22 FEBRUARY 6: DeNichilo, 7-5 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 New Providence 32, North 152: — Tyler Stender (S) d. Tom Orrico, 7-6 “It was a huge win for Del Duca. Eric Gale at 135 avoided catastro- Plainfield 30 160: — Charlie Bachi (S) d. Andrew That’s going to help him out for phe. After being a victim of a takedown KEY BOUTS: Johnson, 2-0 district seeding,” said Kurz. “Tommy and a three-point nearfall, he turned 103: — Ross Baldwin (NPr) p. Dave 171: — Andrew Silber (S) d. John Phimsipason, 1:42 Rothman, 8-4 ate him up. After the first takedown, the tide with a reversal and pinned 112: — Jon Reedy (NPr) p. Quashon 189: — Marc Fabiano (S) d. Doug it wasn’t even close.” Juan Monterrosa in 1:56 with a half Brooks, 3:53 Gaffrey, 7-3 nelson, body-press. Wrestling his first 171: — Alex Pavlinov (NPr) d. Matt 215: — John Dolida (B) p. Matt Loomis, varsity bout, 140-lb. Dave Israelow Valasquez, 8-5 3:04 189: — Shane Mallory (NPr) d. Brian Little Devils Qualify rocked Eugene Mizell to sleep with a McFarlane, 7-6 Hanover Park 46, Scotch Plains- Four to Mat Finals cradle in 3:48. A rules infraction by Rahway 41, Brearley 30 Fanwood 24 the Tigers at the beginning of the bout KEY BOUTS: BOUT PROGRESSION: The Westfield Little Devil’s deducted a team point, increasing 130: — Stefano Sarracino (B) md. Marcus 160: — Mike Procopio (H) p. Arthur qualified four wrestlers for the Westfield’s lead to 35-5. Glascow, 9-1 Silber, 1:01 171: — Andrew Silber (S) d. Dave State Championships. Tom Byrne at 145 stretched the 152: — Wilfredo Santiago (R) d. Ryan Nick Delpopolo, a 7th grader Sherman, 6-4 OT Nichols, 5-4 Blue Devils’ wining streak to eight 189: — Mike Rodriguez (R) d. Mike 189: — John George (H) p. Fabiano, 1:15 and a 126-lb. Junior of Edision by receiving a forfeit. The streak Rothery, 5-4 215: — Matt Loomis (S) p. Sheref el Intermediate School placed first this Bassiouy, 1:30 ended when 152-lb. Dan MacDonald FEBRUARY 9: Hwt: —Matt Yeskel (H) p. Andrew past weekend at the Union quali- was shocked, 10-4 by Alvero Scotch Plains-Fanwood 28, Loomis, 1:42 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times fier. Union is considered by some Fernandez. Westfield’s final victory Bridgewater-Raritan 27 103: — Derek Francavilla (S) p. Chad SLIPPING IN THE HALF...Blue Devil freshman Tom Del Duca, top, slips in the to be the toughest qualifier of the came when senior 189-lb. Mike Crescibene, 1:33 half nelson on 130-lb. Tiger Dom Principato. Del Duca came on strong and eight qualifying tournaments. Bran- BOUT PROGRESSION: 112: — Mineo (S) p. Jose Prase, 3:52 Barbiere received a forfeit. Hwt: — Chester Lau (B) p. Andrew defeated Principato, 9-2. don Rolnick, an 80-lb. Midget from 119: — Connolly (S) d. Jionni Lavalle, 7-6 BOUT PROGRESSION: Loomis, 3:04 125: — Mike Torsiello (H) p. Ferrara, 2:26 McKinley School, also placed first 103: — Derek Francavilla (S) d. Dan Hwt: — Ron Orr (L) won forfeit 130: — Tin Le (H) d. Bruno, 9-3 at Union and remained undefeated 103: — Rob Mench (W) won forfeit Boemo, 6-2 135: — Andy Gosiewski (H) md. Cougar Cagers Burn 112: — Steve Mineo (S) md. Gary Emily MacNeil Sets in the Central Jersey League and in 112: — Sam Kramer (W) d. Chardeep Sprague, 21-7 all tournament endeavors, upping Kelselman, 9-1 140: — Greg Politi (H) d. Lucas WHS Record at MOC Raider Boys, 74-43 Randhawa, 7-5 119: — Rayan Friedman (B) d. Eric Francavilla, 7-3 his record to 29-0. 119: — DeCampo (W) tf. Monterrosa, 24-8 Connolly, 7-3 145: — Sulvino Figlivolo (H) won forfeit Westfield High School freshman The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Sam Pietuntuono, a 55-lb Midget 125: — Jake Kramer (W) p. Terrence 125: — Ron Ferrara (S) d. Jeff Ruggini, 5-3 152: — Vin Finaldi (H) p. Stender, 3:33 Emily MacNeil placed fifth in the School boys’ basketball team re- and a Summit resident wrestling Banks, 5:46 130: — Ben Conkin (B) p. Nick Bruno, ceived a nasty burn from the 11-9 3:20 800 meters at the Meet of Champi- for Westfield, also qualified by 130: — Del Duca (W) d. Principato, 9-2 135: — Jose Morin (B) d. Chris Sprague, ons on February 3 at Princeton Cranford Cougars, falling 74-43, in taking third place. Louis 135: — Gale (W) p. Juan Monterrosa, 1:56 8-5 See it all on the Web! University. Her time of 2:19.19 set Scotch Plains on February 5. Led by 140: — Israela (W) p. Mizell Pietuntuono placed second at a 145: — Tom Byrne (W) won forfeit 140: — Lucas Francavilla (S) p. Luke an all-time Westfield High School Jon Brown, who sizzled with six 3- qualifier last week. Both Bailey, 1:27 record. pointers and finished with 24 points, 152: — Fernandez (L) d. MacDonald, 10-4 145: — Bob Chartowich (B) d. Matt www.goleader.com Pietuntuono brothers are 13-1 in 160: — Shawn Colvin (L) won forfeit and Kashim Rajahn, who hit four 3- the Central Jersey League and are pointers and finished with 26 points, 171: — Corry Gary (L) tf. Gil Arbitsman, 18-2 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 30-1 overall. 189: — Mike Barbiere (W) won forfeit the Cougars fired in an amazing 14 215: — Bevly Allen (L) d. Nick Gismondi, NOTICE OF SALE 3-pointers. Mike Brennan led the 12-5 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, Raiders with 13 points. Irwin Bernstein Earns IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY After leading by just two points at Three Track Medals St. Helen’s 3rd/4th Girls $6,355,000 GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS halftime, the Cougars sprinted away (Book-Entry Only) (Bank-Qualified) in the third quarter with a 27-9 run. Irwin Bernstein of Westfield earned Reach Hoop Finals (Callable) Steve Williams scored 11 points for three medals at the New Jersey Mas- The rapidly improving St. Helen’s dated the 9-10 Raiders. ters Indoor Track and Field Champi- 3rd/4th grade girls’ basketball team March 15, 2002 onships at Fairleigh Dickinson Uni- coached by Beth Depalma and Lou The Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of Union, a municipal corporation of the State of New Jersey (the “Township”), hereby invites Cranford 17 12 27 18 74 sealed proposals for the purchase of its $6,355,000 General Improvement Bonds, dated March 15, 2002 (the “Bonds”). Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 10 17 9 7 43 versity on February 10. Represent- Ponce made it to the Sacred Heart Sealed proposals will be received and publicly opened and announced by the Chief Financial Officer in the Council Chambers in Township ing the Shore Athletic Club in the 65- Tournament finals in South Plainfield. Hall, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076, on March 6, 2002 at 11:00 o’clock A.M., Prevailing Time. PUBLIC NOTICE 69 age group, he recorded a time of St. Helen’s defeated St. Helena’s of The Bonds comprise an issue of bonds payable on March 15 in each year as follows: 1:12.22 in the 400-meter run to fin- Edison in a thrilling 13-12 game. $255,000 in the year 2003, SHERIFF’S SALE $260,000 in the year 2004, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, ish third behind teammate John Danielle Miller led in scoring with $265,000 in each of the years 2005 and 2006, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, MacDonald (1:05.83) and Ken Baker, five points. Katie Ponce had two $435,000 in the year 2007, DOCKET NO. F-15572-01 North Jersey Masters, (1:06.72). points, 11 rebounds and seven steals. $450,000 in each of the years 2008 to 2010, inclusive, CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE Later, Bernstein took second in Stephani Lewis had 10 steals and $465,000 in the year 2011, and CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. PAUL played a great defensive game. $510,000 in each of the years 2012 to 2017, inclusive. RUA, ET AL, DEFENDANT. the 800-meter run in 2:55.60 in a The Bonds shall be issued in registered form by means of a book-entry system with no physical distribution of bond certificates made to CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, race won by his teammate, National Samantha Weidman hit a big shot the public. One bond certificate for each maturity will be issued to The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York (“DTC”), and DATED NOVEMBER 21, 2001 FOR SALE Champion, Frank Haviland, with a for her two points while Megan immobilized in its custody. The book-entry system will evidence ownership of the Bonds in principal amounts of $5,000 or any whole multiple OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. time of 2:37.35. In his third race, Boyland, Sara Connery, Carolyn Dyer, thereof, with transfers of ownership effected on the records of DTC and its participants pursuant to the rules and procedures established By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Maggie Fitzpatrick, Jordan Harres, by DTC and its participants. The successful bidder, as a condition to delivery of the Bonds, shall be required to deposit the bond certificates ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Bernstein led off in the 4x400 relay with DTC, registered in the name of Cede & Co., its nominee. Interest on the Bonds will be payable on each March 15 and September 15, by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- for the Shore AC’s 50-59 year old Kathleen O’Neil and Georgina commencing September 15, 2002 (each, an “Interest Payment Date”), in each year until maturity or prior redemption, and principal of the ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 team with a 1:12.4 leg as his team Harmmer all made key contributions Bonds will be payable, at maturity, by payment of immediately available funds by the Bond Registrar/Paying Agent to DTC or its nominee Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- won in 4:44.9. in the win. In an exciting finish, St. as registered owner of the Bonds. Transfer of principal and interest to participants of DTC will be the responsibility of DTC. Transfer of sey on WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DAY OF Helen’s was losing 12-11 with 45 principal and interest to beneficial owners will be the responsibility of the DTC participants and other nominees of the beneficial owners. The MARCH A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the PUBLIC NOTICE Township will not be responsible or liable for such transfers of payments or for maintaining, supervising or reviewing the records maintained afternoon of said day. All successful bid- seconds to go when Martina Landeka by DTC, its participants or persons acting through such participants. ders must have 20% of their bid available in TOWN OF WESTFIELD stole the ball and drove for the win- In the event that (a) DTC determines not to continue to act as securities depository for the Bonds, or (b) the Township determines that cash or certified check at the conclusion of PLANNING BOARD ning basket. the sales. continuation of the book-entry system of evidence and transfer of ownership of the Bonds would adversely affect the interests of the beneficial Notice is hereby given that the Westfield owners of the Bonds, the Township will discontinue the book-entry system with DTC. If the Township fails to identify another qualified The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY ONE THOUSAND FOUR-HUN- Planning Board at its meeting on Monday, PUBLIC NOTICE securities depository to replace DTC, the Township will authenticate and deliver replacement bonds in the form of fully registered certificates. February 4, 2002 memorialized the follow- DRED EIGHTY EIGHT & 40/100 BOROUGH OF FANWOOD The Bonds maturing on or before March 15, 2012 are not subject to redemption prior to their stated maturities. The Bonds maturing on ing Board action of January 7, 2002 re: or after March 15, 2013 are subject to redemption at the option of the Township prior to maturity, in whole on any date or in part on any Interest ($151,488.40). PLANNING BOARD Payment Date, on or after March 15, 2012, upon notice as hereinafter set forth at the redemption price of 100% of the principal amount being Property to be sold is located in the City 01-21(V) RICHARD R. ROBINSON, 851 Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- redeemed, plus accrued interest to the date fixed for redemption. of Elizabeth, County of Union and State RAHWAY AVENUE, BLOCK NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF If the Township determines to optionally redeem a portion of the Bonds prior to maturity, such Bonds so redeemed shall be in such of New Jersey. 4702, LOT 74. APPLICANT FANWOOD after public hearing granted maturities as determined by the Township, and within any maturity, by lot; provided, however, that the portion of any Bond to be redeemed Premises commonly known as 619 SEEKING MINOR SUBDIVI- approval to Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Gentile to shall be in the principal amount of $5,000 or some multiple thereof and that, in selecting Bonds for redemption, the Bond Registrar/Paying Marshall Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey SION APPROVAL. APPLI- widen the driveway on the property at 25 Agent shall treat each Bond as representing that number of Bonds that is obtained by dividing the principal amount of such Bond by $5,000. 07206 CANT SEEKS TO CREATE Linda Place, Fanwood, New Jersey being Notice of redemption shall be given by first class mail in a sealed envelope with postage prepaid to the registered owners of the Bonds BEING KNOWN as LOT 845, BLOCK 7, TWO SINGLE FAMILY BUILD- Block 44 Lot 25. at their respective addresses as they last appear on the registration books kept for that purpose by the Bond Registrar/Paying Agent at least on the official Tax Map of the City of Eliza- ING LOTS FROM AN EXIST- Documents pertaining to this application thirty (30) but not more than sixty (60) days before the date fixed for redemption. Such mailing is not a condition precedent to redemption, beth. ING SINGLE LOT. – Approved are available for public inspection at Bor- and the failure to mail or to receive any redemption notice will not affect the validity of the redemption proceedings. If any Bond subject to Dimensions: 25.00 feet x 100.00 feet x with conditions. ough Hall during normal business hours. redemption is a part of a greater principal amount of the Bonds not to be redeemed, such entire amount shall be surrendered to the Bond 25.00 feet x 100.00 feet. Kenneth B. Marsh Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Gentile Registrar/Paying Agent and, for that portion of the Bond not to be redeemed, a new Bond shall be issued in the name of the registered owner Nearest Cross Street: Sixth Street. Secretary 25 Linda Place in an amount equal to the principal amount of the Bond surrendered less the amount to be redeemed. The Sheriff hereby reserves the right 1 T - 2/14/02, The Leader Fee: $17.85 Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 The Bonds are general obligations of the Township and are secured by a pledge of the full faith and credit of the Township for the payment to adjourn this sale without further no- 1 T - 2/14/02, The Times Fee: $14.79 of the principal thereof and the interest thereon. The Bonds are payable, if not paid from other sources, from ad valorem taxes to be levied tice by publication. PUBLIC NOTICE upon all the real property taxable within the Township, without limitation as to rate or amount. Subject to unpaid taxes, assessments, PUBLIC NOTICE Each proposal submitted must name the rate or rates of interest per annum to be borne by the Bonds bid for, and the rate or rates named water and sewer liens. SHERIFF’S SALE must be a multiple of 1/8th or 1/20th of one percentum (1%). The interest payable with respect to each Bond on any one date will be evidenced There is due approximately the sum of SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE by a single rate of interest. Not more than one rate may be named for Bonds of the same maturity. There is no limitation on the number ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY THOUSAND CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, of rates that may be named. If more than one rate of interest is named, no interest rate named for any maturity may be less than the interest SIXTY SIX & 08/100 ($160,066.08) together DOCKET NO. F-9589-01 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, rate named for any prior maturity. Each proposal submitted must be for all of the Bonds offered, and the purchase price specified must not with lawful interest and costs. ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, DOCKET NO. F-5932-98 be less than $6,355,000 nor more than $6,356,000. The Bonds will be awarded to the bidder on whose bid the total loan may be made at There is a full legal description on file in INC., PLAINTIFF vs. DOMINGO CROSSLAND MORTGAGE CORPO- the lowest net interest cost. Such net interest cost shall be computed, as to each bid, by adding to the total principal amount of Bonds bid the Union County Sheriff’s Office. QUEZADA, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. RATION, PLAINTIFF vs. MYRENDIA for (which shall be all of the Bonds offered) the total interest cost to maturity in accordance with such bid and by deducting therefrom the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CARTER, DEFENDANT. amount of premium, if any, bid, which premium shall not exceed $1,000. No proposal shall be considered that offers to pay an amount less this sale. DATED OCTOBER 29, 2001 FOR SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, than the principal amount of Bonds offered for sale or under which the total loan is made at an interest cost higher than the lowest net interest RALPH FROEHLICH OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED JANUARY 24, 2000 FOR SALE cost to the Township under any legally acceptable proposal. SHERIFF By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. The successful bidder must pay accrued interest from the date of the Bonds to the date of delivery. No interest will be paid upon the deposit FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- made by the successful bidder. The Bonds will be authenticated by the Chief Financial Officer, acting as Bond Registrar/Paying Agent for Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale the Bonds. 216 Haddon Avenue ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Proposals should be addressed to the undersigned Chief Financial Officer and enclosed in a sealed envelope marked on the outside Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 “Proposal for Bonds”. Bidders must, at the time of making their bids, deposit a certified, cashier’s or treasurer’s check in the amount of CH-756393 - (WL) sey on WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- $127,100, drawn upon a bank or trust company to the order of the Township, to partially secure the Township from any loss resulting from 4 T - 2/14, 2/21, 2/28 FEBRUARY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the sey on WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DAY OF a failure of the bidder to comply with the terms of its bid. Checks of unsuccessful bidders will be returned upon the award of the Bonds. & 3/7/02 Fee: $197.88 afternoon of said day. All successful bid- MARCH A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the No interest will be paid upon any deposits. The check of the successful bidder will be applied in part payment for the Bonds or to partially ders must have 20% of their bid available in afternoon of said day. All successful bid- secure the Township from any loss resulting from the failure of the successful bidder to comply with the terms of its bid. The Township PUBLIC NOTICE cash or certified check at the conclusion of ders must have 20% of their bid available in reserves its right to reject all bids. the sales. cash or certified check at the conclusion of It is anticipated that CUSIP identification numbers will be printed on the Bonds, but neither the failure to print such number on any Bond SHERIFF’S SALE The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED the sales. nor any error with respect thereto shall constitute cause for a failure or refusal by the successful bidder thereof to accept delivery of and pay SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, EIGHTY TWO THOUSAND THREE-HUN- The judgment amount is SEVENTY ONE for the Bonds in accordance with its contractual obligations arising from the acceptance of its proposal for the purchase of the Bonds. All CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DRED EIGHTY THREE & 76/100 THOUSAND SIXTY FOUR & 01/100 expenses in relation to the printing of CUSIP numbers on the Bonds shall be paid for by the Township; provided, however, that the CUSIP DOCKET NO. F-11105-99 ($182,383.76). ($71,064.01). Service Bureau charge for the assignment of said numbers shall be the responsibility of and shall be paid for by the successful bidder. SOURCE ONE MORTGAGE CORPO- The property to be sold is located in the The property to be sold is located in the The Bonds shall be delivered on or about March 15, 2002 at the office of Rogut McCarthy PC, Cranford, New Jersey (“Bond Counsel”), RATION, PLAINTIFF vs. JAMES RONALD CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State or at such other place as may be determined by the successful bidder and the Township. PAYMENT FOR THE BONDS AT THE TIME CURRY AND MRS. JAMES RONALD 07206, County of UNION and State of New of New Jersey. OF ORIGINAL ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY SHALL BE IN IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FUNDS. CURRY, HIS WIFE, DEFENDANT. Jersey. It is commonly known as 1009 Bond Street A preliminary Official Statement has been prepared and may be obtained from the undersigned Chief Financial Officer at Township Hall, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Commonly known as: 119 FULTON (assessed as 1009-1011), Elizabeth, New 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076, Telephone No. (908) 322-6700, ext. 1-200. The preliminary Official Statement is DATED MARCH 20, 2000 FOR SALE OF STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY Jersey. deemed to be a “final official statement”, as of its date, within the meaning of Rule 15c2-12 of the Securities and Exchange Commission MORTGAGED PREMISES. 07206. It is known and designated as Block 8, Lot (“Rule 15c2-12”), but is subject to (a) completion with certain pricing and other information to be made available by the successful bidder By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Tax Lot No. 491 in Block No. 2 353 for the Bonds and (b) amendment. The preliminary Official Statement, as so revised, will constitute the “final official statement”. By the ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Dimension of Lot: approximately 25.00 The dimensions are 37.50 feet wide by submission of a bid for the Bonds, the successful bidder contracts for the receipt of a reasonable number of copies of the final Official by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- feet wide by 100.00 feet long 115.00 feet long Statement within seven business days of the award of the Bonds. In order to complete the final Official Statement, the successful bidder ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Nearest Cross Street: First Street Nearest Cross Street: Spring Street. must furnish, on behalf of the underwriters of the Bonds, the following information to Bond Counsel and the Township by facsimile Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Situated at a point on the northeasterly Prior lien(s): Total amount as of 12/1/00 transmission or overnight delivery received by Bond Counsel and the Township within 24 hours after the award of the Bonds: (a) initial offering sey on WEDNESDAY THE 27TH DAY OF sideline of Fulton Street distance approxi- for unpaid water and sewer is $500.00(e). prices or yields (expressed as percentages), (b) selling compensation (aggregate total anticipated compensation to the underwriters FEBRUARY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the mately 225 feet northwesterly from its inter- SUBJECT TO UNPAID TAXES AND expressed in dollars), (c) the identity of the underwriters if the successful bidder is part of a group or syndicate, and (d) any other material afternoon of said day. All successful bid- section with the northwesterly sideline of OTHER MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS, information necessary for the final Official Statement, but not known to the Township (such as the successful bidder’s purchase of credit ders must have 20% of their bid available in First Street. AMOUNT DUE IS AVAILABLE IN THE enhancement). It shall also be the obligation of the successful bidder to furnish to DTC an underwriter’s questionnaire and the denominations cash or certified check at the conclusion of PRIOR LIENS/ENCUMBRANCES SHERIFF’S OFFICE OR FROM of the Bonds not less than seventy-two (72) hours prior to the delivery of the Bonds. the sales. 2000 Third Party Water & Sewer Lien; PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEYS UPON WRIT- Concurrently with the delivery of the Bonds, the officials of the Township who will have executed the final Official Statement will deliver The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- Date of Sale: June 11, 2001; Certificate TEN REQUEST TO PLAINTIFF’S ATTOR- to the purchaser of the Bonds a certificate stating that, to the best of their knowledge, the preliminary Official Statement did not as of its date DRED TWENTY THOUSAND FOUR- #6551S&W $2,868.57. NEYS. and as of the sale date, and the final Official Statement did not as of its date and does not as of the date of delivery of the Bonds, contain HUNDRED TWENTY NINE & 78/100 There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of an untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact required to be included therein for the purpose for which the preliminary ($220,429.78). ONE-HUNDRED NINTY TWO THOU- NINTY TWO THOUSAND ONE-HUN- Official Statement or the final Official Statement is to be used or necessary to make the statements therein, in light of the circumstances The property to be sold is located in the SAND FIVE-HUNDRED EIGHT & 46/100 DRED TWENTY & 99/100 ($92,120.99) under which they were made, not misleading, provided such certificate shall not include consideration of information supplied by, or that TOWN of WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY ($192,508.46) together with lawful interest together with lawful interest and costs. should have been supplied by, the successful bidder for the Bonds. 07090, County of UNION and State of New and costs. There is a full legal description on file in The Township has agreed in its bond resolution adopted on February 12, 2002 to provide or cause to be provided, in accordance with the Jersey. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. requirements of Rule 15c2-12, (i) not later than seven months after the end of the Township’s fiscal year (presently December 31), certain Commonly known as : 409-411 WEST the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn annual financial information and operating data, including audited financial statements for the preceding fiscal year (commencing with the BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. fiscal year ending December 31, 2001), (ii) timely notice of the occurrence of certain material events with respect to the Bonds, and (iii) timely JERSEY 07090 this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH notice of a failure by the Township to provide the required annual financial information on or before the date specified in (i) above. Tax Lot No. 29 in Block No. 2901 RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF The successful bidder’s obligation to purchase the Bonds shall be conditioned upon its receiving, at or prior to the delivery of the Bonds, Dimension of Lot: approximately 80 feet SHERIFF STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, in form and substance reasonably satisfactory to the successful bidder, evidence that the Township has made the continuing disclosure wide by 150 feet long FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LLP undertaking set forth above in a written agreement or contract for the benefit of the holders of the Bonds and the beneficial owners thereof. Nearest Cross Street: Rahway Avenue Suite 201 Suite 300 The approving legal opinion of Bond Counsel will be furnished without cost to the purchaser. The preliminary Official Statement contains Situate at a point on the southeasterly 7 Century Drive 293 Eisenhower Parkway a discussion of the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), with respect to the exclusion from gross sideline of West Broad Street distance ap- Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 income for Federal income tax purposes of the interest on the Bonds and a description of the opinion of Bond Counsel with respect thereto. proximately 104 feet southwesterly from its CH-756367 - (WL) CH-754384 - (WL) The Township has covenanted, to the extent permitted by the Constitution and the laws of the State of New Jersey, to comply with the intersection with the southwesterly sideline 4 T - 1/24, 1/31, 2/7 4 T - 2/14, 2/21, 2/28 provisions of the Code required to preserve the exclusion from gross income of interest on the Bonds for Federal income tax purposes. There of Rahway Avenue. & 2/14/02 Fee: $210.12 & 3/7/02 Fee: $206.04 will also be furnished the usual closing papers. There is due approximately the sum of The Township has designated the Bonds “qualified tax-exempt obligations” within the meaning of Section 265(b)(3) of the Code, and will TWO-HUNDRED SIXTY FIVE THOU- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE represent that it reasonably expects that neither it nor its subordinate entities will issue more than $10,000,000 of tax-exempt obligations SAND TWO-HUNDRED TWENTY SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION in the current calendar year. SEVEN & 16/100 ($265,227.16) together If the Bonds qualify for issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance or commitment therefor at the option of a bidder, any purchase with lawful interest and costs. NOTICE OF MEETINGS of such insurance or commitment therefor shall be at the sole option and expense of such bidder and any increased costs of issuance of There is a full legal description on file in (In Compliance With OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT - Chapter 231) the Bonds resulting by reason of such insurance, unless otherwise paid, shall also be paid by such bidder. Any failure of the Bonds to be the Union County Sheriff’s Office. so insured or of any such policy of insurance to be issued shall not in any way relieve the purchaser of its contractual obligations arising from The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn TYPE OF MEETING: Budget Meeting the acceptance of its proposal for the purchase of the Bonds. this sale. DATE OF MEETING: Thursday, February 28, 2002 The successful bidder will be required to furnish, prior to the delivery of the Bonds, a certificate acceptable to Bond Counsel setting forth RALPH FROEHLICH LOCATION: Administration Building information with respect to the Bonds, including the “issue price” of the Bonds within the meaning of Section 1273 of the Code. SHERIFF Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street By order of the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of Union, New Jersey. FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 Dated: February 12, 2002 SUITE 201 TIME: 7:30 p.m. /s/ Lori Majeski 7 Century Drive PURPOSE OF MEETING: The Board will meet to review and discuss the Chief Financial Officer Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 2002-2003 school budget. Township of Scotch Plains CH-755518 - (WL) ACTION TO BE TAKEN: Action will not be taken. County of Union, New Jersey 4 T - 1/31, 2/7, 2/14 DATE OF NOTIFICATION: February 14,2002 1 T - 2/14/02, The Times Fee: $333.54 & 2/21/02 Fee: $199.92 1 T - 2/14/02, The Times Fee: $28.56 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 14, 2002 Page 15 Fanwood Flames Traveling CLASSIFIEDS Youth Basketball Results: HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Jr. & Sr. High Youth Workers The Fanwood Flames 8th grade The 11-4, 7th graders defeated Travel EOE team won upped its record to 15-0 Union, 57-49 behind Ashton Gibbs’ GOGO Worldwide Vacations Needed Part time job. Hours and pay are negotiable. St. Paul’s has with five more victories. The Flames 30 points. Gibbs nailed 25 points the, is expanding and has immedi- pulled out a 58-57 win over Roselle. 68-55, victory over Summit. Tommy ate openings in our Scotch received a grant to develop our Jr. & Sr. High Youth Ministry. Some Lance Thomas led with 24 points while Bonnard with 33 points and Danny Plains location for the following DJ Garrett and Ashton Gibbs pumped Pritsker with 20, led Westfield past positions. week day hours and Sundays in the morning and evening will be in 10 points each. In the 68-51 win Fanwood, 66-58. Gibbs and Jameel Experienced Agents over Colonia, Thomas netted 22 points Grace had 18 and 10 points, respec- Experienced travel profession- required. We are hoping for a person of energy and faith. It will and Derrick Caracter had 17. Caracter tively. Matt Wolff sank 12 points in als with at least one year indus- hit 22 points in a 58-39 win over the, 52-32 win over Edison. Finally, try experience and Sabre trained probably be best if you are not currently a member of the church. Union. Next, Fanwood defeated the Flames topped Cranford, 41-35 for our sales/reservation staff. Westfield, 66-52, behind Thomas and behind Jason Zelesnik’s 14 points. Candidate must have sales and Questions? Speak to Fr. Andrew Hamersley 908-232-8506 x12. Caracter with 28 and 23 points, re- The 14-1 6th graders began with a destination knowledge. Com- spectively. Bobby Blabolil, Clayton 57-21 thumping over South petitive starting salary plus ex- HELP WANTED Balch, Garrett and Sean Young played Brunswick. Gibbs and Grace had 22 citing incentive plan. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED strong defensively. The Flames ended and 16 points, respectively. Gibbs and Clerical Support Westfield Volunteer Rescue the week with a 62-36 thrashing over Grace, both with 24 points, led the Full-time clerical/support agent, Squad seeks persons willing to Flemington “B”. Thomas and Caracter Flames over New Providence, 72-57. must be able to handle heavy train as Emergency Medical led again with 23 and 22 points, re- Mike Devizio popped in nine. Gibbs phones, possess basic PC skills Technicians. No prior exp. spectively. hit a record 41 points in an 87-63 win and have a desire to be part of needed. Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req., over Millburn. Grace sank 33 points, a winning team. Travel account- min. 4 hrs/wk. We offer 24 hr. SP-F Wave Wins including five, 3-pointers. Fanwood ing background a plus. Com- coverage. Wkday 9am - 1 pm or beat Warren 60-38 behind Gibbs and petitive starting salary plus ex- 1-5pm slots are perfect for par- Grace again with 24 and 17 points. citing incentive plan. ents of school children. Childcare Heartbreak Cup The Flames finished with a 69-44 Both positions offer medical, den- reimbursement available! THREE GYMNASTICS CHAMPS...Paul Rizkalla Jr. of Westfield represent- The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Wave, beating over Corpus Christi of tal, 401(k) and our travel discount ing Surgent’s Elite School of Gymnastics in Garwood placed 1st in the Class 6 a U-9 boy’s soccer team, went unde- Chatham. Gibbs had 29 and Grace Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. (7-9 year old) All Around Championship out of 92 competitors at the 2002 West feated in winning the Heartbreak netted 20. Tyler Stanek and Justin program. Please call 888-563- 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. Point Gymnastics Open held on January 13 with a total score of 55.050, his best 0919 or fax your resume to 201- Cup Tournament held in Scotch Wheeler hit six points each. Call the Recruiting Team at to date. Pictured, left to right, are: Olympian John Roethlisberger, Rizkalla and Plains February 9-10. Led by Nowell The 5th graders whipped Berkeley 327-5379 Attn: Nancy or e-mail (908) 233-2500 for details Olympian Blaine Wilson. to [email protected] Whitehouse with six goals and Justin Heights White, 69-43. Chucky Oliver HELP WANTED Weissbrod with five goals, the Wave bucketed 18 points and Matt Berka HELP WANTED St. Helen’s 5th-6th Girls Win outscored their opponents 16-4, in scored 16 points. South Brunswick ADMINISTRATIVE its four games. defeated Fanwood, 28-22. Sterling Legal Assistant/Secretary - for ASSISTANT Anchoring the Wave’s defense Gibbs sank seven points. The Flames congenial Westfield Intellectual CPA Firm seeks exprd individual Three of Four Hoop Games were Michael Riesenberg and Joe downed Warren, 54-36. Oliver and Property firm. Computer skills for full, part-time or flex-time. Carroll. Timothy Bonacum recorded Gibbs had 17 and 13 points, respec- essential, college degree preferred. Duties include client corresp, St. Helen’s grade 5-6 girl’s basket- win streak broken by Wayne PAL, one shutout as the goalkeeper. Add- tively. Brandon Boyd put in 19 points Flexible PT/FT hours. Fax resume w/ bookkeeping and maintain of- ball team won three out of four games 32-18. St. Helen’s was down 11-8 at ing additional scoring punch were to lead the Flames past Branchburg, salary requirements to 908-518-7795. fice and client records. Require this past weekend improving their the half, but Wayne broke it open Tyler Terence, Mathew Alfano, Jaime 55-46. Oliver and Gibbs finished with exc organization, computer and record to 37-7. with a 10-0 run in the last four min- Sweeney and Anthony Scalfaro. Sean 12 and 10 points apiece. Fanwood FOR RENT commun. skills. Compet compen St. Helen’s trounced St. Theresa’ utes of the game. Reilly, Adam Monzella and Connor routed Berkeley Heights Blue, 65-37. WESTFIELD - 3200 Sq. ft. free w/benefits avail. of Summit, 47-7. Erin Miller and Lastly, St. Helen’s edged archrival Thompson also assisted on the goals, Oliver scored 17 points, Berka hit 16, standing building for rent. Send resume & sal req to Stephanie Slodyczka netted 10 points IHM of Scotch Plains, 30-28, in a while supporting the strong defen- Boyd sank 11 and Brown nailed eight. 349 South Avenue, East Admin Assist, each while Elizabeth Harbaugh sank battle for first place in the Union sive effort. Additional teams partici- eight points and grabbed 10 rebounds. County CYO league. Driscoll stepped pating in this division included Clark, Call 908-410-9197 P.O. Box 2663, Westfield, PUBLIC NOTICE NJ 07091-2663 Alli MacDonald had six points and up big with eight points. IHM played Scotch Plains and Middlesex. CLEANING SERVICES or fax (908) 654-7865 12 rebounds in a, 51-24, triumph a box-and-one defense against scor- SHERIFF’S SALE over St. James of Basking Ridge. ing threat Miller but the rest of the PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Polish woman is looking for FOR RENT Slodyczka and Miller led the scoring team responded to pick up the scor- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, more homes to clean. with 15 and 13 points, respectively. ing. MacDonald, Krissy Wendel and SHERIFF’S SALE DOCKET NO. F-12399-01 Experienced, Own Transporta- WESTFIELD SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, BANK ONE, NATIONAL ASSOCIA- OVERSIZED 2 CAR GARAGE, Danielle Infantino had five points Slodyczka each had six points. Miller CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, TION, AS TRUSTEE F/K/A THE FIRST tion & Good References. while Allison Oberlander, Rose finished with four points. Infantino DOCKET NO. F-13054-01 NATIONAL BANK OF CHICAGO, AS AVAILABLE 3/1 CITIFINANCIAL MORTGAGE COM- TRUSTEE FOR DELTA FUNDING HOME 732-553-1593 SAFE, SECURE LOCATION. Driscoll, MacDonald and Cassie had seven rebounds. Simcox each had four points. PANY, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. ISAAC EQUITY LOAN TRUST 1999-2, PLAIN- $325.00/M PUBLIC NOTICE HOLLOMAN, ET AL, DEFENDANT. TIFF vs. WILLIE B. LYLES, ET ALS., DE- HOUSE CLEANING Call Lori 973-397-3541 Next, St. Helen’s had its 11 game CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, FENDANT. GET IT DONE RIGHT! SHERIFF’S SALE DATED DECEMBER 6, 2001 FOR SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, FOR LEASE PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED OCTOBER 23, 2001 FOR SALE EXPERIENCE, QUALITY, By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- HONESTY! RESTAURANT/FOOD NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting DOCKET NO. F-20169-00 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale LOCAL REFERENCES. TAKE-OUT/CATERING of the Township Council of the Township of MELLON BANK, N.A., PLAINTIFF vs. ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- NESTOR MATEO, ET AL, DEFENDANT. Fully equiped. 3000 sq ft, for Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 CALL 973-418-6550 bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, immediate occupancy in center sey on WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DAY OF Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ship on Tuesday, February 12, 2002, there DATED SEPTEMBER 27, 2001 FOR SALE MARCH A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the sey on WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF AUTO FOR SALE of Westfield. Excellent terms/ was introduced, read for the first time, and OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- FEBRUARY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the minimal up front expences. Adj. passed on such first reading, the following By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- ders must have 20% of their bid available in afternoon of said day. All successful bid- 1996 Volvo 850 GTA White, Ex- parking and NY trains. ordinance: ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale cash or certified check at the conclusion of ders must have 20% of their bid available in cellent Condition, 78,000 miles AN ORDINANCE AMENDING by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ph: 908-561-3583 the sales. cash or certified check at the conclusion of AND SUPPLEMENTING ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 AM/FM/Cassette, Heated Seats, The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- the sales. email: [email protected] CHAPTER XXIII ENTITLED Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- New Battery/Brakes/Tires. Must DRED TWENTY THREE THOUSAND The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED "ZONING" OF THE REVISED sey on WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DAY OF TWO-HUNDRED NINTY THREE & 18/ SIXTY THOUSAND NINE-HUNDRED See! Great safe car for your kids! OFFICE SUITES AVAILABLE GENERAL ORDINANCES OF MARCH A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the 100 ($223,293.18). SEVENTY & 02/100 ($160,970.02). $8,800 OBO 908-789-3282 THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Westfield. Prime location, center The property to be sold is located in the The property to be sold is located in the PLANS, 1978 ders must have 20% of their bid available in City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, city of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New of town, in modern elevator build- Purpose: Applicant for a special use per- cash or certified check at the conclusion of PET SITTING New Jersey. Jersey. ing. High ceilings, palladian win- mit shall pay a fee of $35 to cover the the sales. Commonly known as: 424 Livingston Commonly known as: 453-455 Catherine Pets Prefer the comfort and Township’s administrative expenses in pro- The judgment amount is FIFTY THREE dows. Adj parking and NY trains. Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206 Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201 cessing the application. Requirements set THOUSAND FOUR-HUNDRED TWENTY safety of home while you are 4,200 sq. ft. to divide. Tax Lot No. 612.A CW03 in Block 3 Tax Lot No. 409 W08 in Block 8 forth in Section 23-2.3s for an initial applica- & 91/100 ($53,420.91). away. Sitting/Walks/Play/etc. Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50 Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50 email: [email protected] tion for a special use permit shall apply to a Property to be sold is located in the City of feet wide by 100 feet long feet wide by 95 feet long Customized Home Visits. ph: (908) 561-3583 renewal application, except that any require- Elizabeth, County of Union and State of Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the east- ment for notice shall be by regular mail New Jersey. 908-289-4470 westerly line of Livingston Street 300.00 feet erly line of Catherine Street with the south- APARTMENT FOR RENT rather than by certified mail, or personal Premises known as: 1264 Clinton Place, from the northwesterly line of Fourth Street. erly line of Flora Street. service, with the applicant being required to Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208 Westfield - 1 Bedr. Apartm. w/ There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of CONCIERGE ON CALL file with the Township a certification of ser- Tax Lot #11; Block #122 TWO-HUNDRED THIRTY FIVE THOU- ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY THOUSAND screened-in porch & basement. vice, and there shall be no application fee. Dimensions: 50 x 190 Too busy to shop for your camp SAND EIGHT-HUNDRED SEVENTY NINE-HUNDRED SEVENTY & 02/100 Quiet street w/easy walk to town A public hearing for same will be held on Nearest cross street: North Broad Street THREE & 89/100 ($235,873.89) together ($160,970.02) together with lawful interest bound kids, or to outfit your Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 8:00 p.m. in There is due approximately the sum of & train station. No pets. $1,125 with lawful interest and costs. and costs. college freshman, or furnish the Council Chambers of the Municipal Build- FIFTY SEVEN THOUSAND THREE-HUN- mo. + utilities. Call 908-414-0435 There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in ing, or any time and place to which a meeting DRED EIGHTY FIVE & 34/100 ($57,385.34) your first apartment? Looking the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. FOR SALE for the further consideration of such ordi- together with lawful interest and costs. for the perfect gift? Too many The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn nance shall from time to time be adjourned, There is a full legal description on file in this sale. this sale. errands-too little time. Relieve Space Saver - White Wood and all persons interested will be given an the Union County Sheriff’s Office. RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH your stress! Call Concierge on Bunk Bed - Desk - 5 drawers opportunity to be heard concerning such The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SHERIFF SHERIFF Call, your personal shopper at: ordinance. this sale. and shelving attatched ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN A copy of same may be obtained from the RALPH FROEHLICH 732-549-3562 4 years old - $450.00 ATTORNEYS ATTORNEYS office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park SHERIFF 1139 Spruce Drive 1139 Spruce Drive Call Peter/Ellen 908-317-5252 Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- MATTLEMAN, WEINROTH & MILLER PO Box 1024 PO Box 1024 CLEANING SERVICE tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. COUNSELLORS AT LAW HOUSE WANTED Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 Monday through Friday by any member of Suite 100 1-908-233-8500 1-908-233-8500 IRMA’S CLEANING SERVICE the general public who wants a copy of 401 Route 70 East Family searching for 4 or more File No. XCZ L 46091 file no. XCZ-46450 same without cost. Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 bedroom home in Westfield. CH-756402 - (WL) CH-756355 - (WL) FREE ESTIMATES BARBARA RIEPE CH-756399 - (WL) 4 T - 2/14, 2/21, 2/28 4 T - 1/24, 1/31, 2/7 Please call Frank Township Clerk 4 T - 2/14, 2/21, 2/28 (201) 997-6345 & 3/7/02 Fee: $191.76 & 2/14/02 Fee: $199.92 (908) 301-0988 1 T - 2/14/02, The Times Fee: $39.27 & 3/7/02 Fee: $165.24 CLEANING SERVICE principals only. Residential / Commercial Cleaning Service Good References Call (732) 442-8308 CLEANING SERVICE Young Polish Lady will clean your house or apartment. Good References and Experience. Call 908-245-9242

PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS NOTICE is hereby given that at a regular meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tues- day, February 12, 2002 the following ordi- nance entitled: AN ORDINANCE APPROPRI- ATING THE SUM OF $120.000 FROM THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANS- PORTATION IN CONNECTION WITH MILLING AND TOP COURSE PAVING OF WEST BROAD STREET (FROM LAM- BERTS MILL ROAD TO MAR- TINE AVENUE) was duly passed on second and final reading. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Barbara Riepe Township Clerk 1 T - 2/14/02, The Times Fee: $19.38 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE Of AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLANS CONTRACTOR: Killam Associates; 27 • Landscape Design “We are professional, trustworthy & insured, Bleekcr Street, Millburn, New Jersey have great references and guarantee our work!” 07041-1008 • Year-Long Plantings Will Beat Most Prices! NATURE OF SERVICE: Consulting Municipal Engineer to conduct a Site Inves- • Lawn Maintenance tigation of the property formerly known as • Patio Walk - Retaining Walls the zoo property. DURATION: Until completion of service. “Dedicated To Your Lawn-Gevity” AMOUNT: $64,424. through NJDEP and the NJEDA P  S      Q THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN TILE OF- • NJ Landscape 908-654-5296 • Pesticide Lic# 97549A FICE OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. Contractors’Association 908-654-LAWN Barbara Riepe Bachelor of Science • Rutgers University • Design • Maintenance • CertifiedLandscape Designer • NY Botanical Gardens Township Clerk 1 T - 2/14/02, The Times Fee: $17.34 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 16 Thursday, February 14, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Y Team Shines Dwight Leeper Inducted At Model United Nations As F-SP Rotary Member WESTFIELD — More than 120 Sarah Maharan, while Premiere Del- SCOTCH PLAINS – During its Allegheny College in Pennsylvania. delegates from Westfield High School egate Awards went to Christopher regular meeting last week, Dwight Mr. Leeper has been a Fanwood and Cranford High School partici- Lynn, Chris Ford, Keith Zemsky and Leeper was inducted into the resident for 15 years, is married to pated in the 30th annual Model United Matt Lowenstein. Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary Club Rose Cubbon, a Merck research sci- Nations Conference held in Hershey, Character Development Awards by Dr. Richard Dobyns, Member- entist, and has three children. He is Pa., in early January. went to Sam Leib, Caitlin Jennings, ship Chairman. an active member of the All Saints’ These high school students made Gilian Scorcia, Keith Zemsky, Anura Mr. Leeper is a financial advisor Episcopal Church in Scotch Plains up the Westfield Y team and brought Patil and Chris Ford. with Merrill Lynch in Westfield. He and participates in flying, hiking, home many awards. Cranford High School won an award joined the group last year “to do canoeing and bicycling. From Westfield High School, Out- as an Outstanding Delegation and del- something important for people, The Fanwood-Scotch Plains Ro- standing Position papers came from egates from the school also received something I love, and to be a little tary Club invites other business Yasmin Nozari, Raj Bhandari and Character Development Awards. closer to home.” people to join. To come to a meeting Advisors to the teams were Daniel He has 24 years of experience in as the club’s guest, please call the Hiking Club Slates Farabaugh and Charles Ovando from business, marketing and advertising Membership Chairman at (908) 232- Westfield High School and Larry in New York. Prior to joining Merrill 3321. Saturday Ramble Fuhro from Cranford High School. Lynch, Mr. Leeper was a Senior Vice AREA – The Union County Hik- This conference, made up of over NEW INDUCTEE…Dwight Leeper, center, is welcomed into the Fanwood- Scotch Plains Rotary Club by Membership Chairman Dr. Richard Dobyns, left, President with Grey Global Group ing Club has scheduled a ramble on 700 students nationally, is a mock for 20 years. He is a graduate of Y Lecture to Address Saturday, February 16, at Jockey United Nations conference aimed at and Club President Neil Schembre. Hollow in Morristown. teaching high school students about Ankle-Foot Injuries The group, led by Bob Hagon, will other countries and issues pertaining See it all on the Web! Pet Adoptions to Be Held WESTFIELD — The Westfield Y, meet at 10 a.m. at the Jockey Hollow to those countries. located at 220 Clark Street, will host Visitors Center. If needed, he may be During the conference, students www.goleader.com a lecture concerning ankle and foot called the night before the ramble at write resolutions pertaining to their At Two Area Locations injuries on Monday, February 25. (908) 788-8360, between 7 and 9 assigned countries and try to pass Dr. Sean Kaufman will be the guest p.m. only. them through to the World Summit PUBLIC NOTICE GARWOOD – People for Animals, Among the many pets for adoption speaker for the program, which will This will be a brisk ramble of five and General Assembly of the mock SHERIFF’S SALE a non-profit animal welfare organi- will be “Alvin” and “Georgette,” a start promptly at 7 p.m. He is trained to six miles. Participants are urged to conference. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, zation, will sponsor a pet adoption nine-month-old, tabby brother and in all aspects of podiatry and surgery bring water. A complimentary, six- Some delegates work on the legal CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, event this Saturday, February 16, sister pair. Both are sterilized, cur- and owns his own facility in month schedule is available by call- and judicial committees, where they DOCKET NO. F-8172-01 EQUICREDIT CORPORATION OF from 1 to 5 p.m. at the PETVALU rent with vaccinations and have tested Kenilworth. ing (908) 527-4900. try cases involving several countries. NEW JERSEY, PLAINTIFF vs. EARLINE store, 300 South Avenue in Garwood, negative for FIV and feline leuke- The lecture, which is open to the SCOTT AND GEORGE SCOTT, HER in the Kings Shopping Center. mia. They are described as playful public, will cover heel pain, bursitis, HUSBAND, DEFENDANT. bone spurs and plantar fasciatis, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED OCTOBER 18, 2001 FOR SALE among other topics. Dr. Kaufman OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. will additionally recommend flex- Look carefully. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- ibility and strengthening exercises. ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Interested individuals are asked to by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 call the Westfield Y and register with Your new home Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- the front desk. For further informa- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF tion, please call Michael Johnson at FEBRUARY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the (908) 233-2700, extension no. 251. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- may be here. ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion of Historical Society the sales. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED Reveals Program SIXTY SIX THOUSAND SEVEN-HUN- DRED EIGHTY FOUR & 61/100 ($166,784.61). On Victorian Customs The property to be sold is located in the FANWOOD – During the Tuesday, City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State February 26 meeting of the Historical of New Jersey. It is commonly known as 613 Court Street, Society of Scotch Plains and Fanwood, Elizabeth, New Jersey. members Renata Maroney and It is known and designated as Block Darlene Palombo will explain and “Ward” 7, Lot “Acct” 94. demonstrate various customs which The dimensions are approximately 25.00 feet wide by 100.00 feet long. “Alvin” and “Georgette” originated in the Victorian era. Nearest cross street: Situate on the north- The women will be dressed for the easterly line of Court Street, 150.00 feet and friendly and must be adopted presentation in Victorian era attire from the northwesterly line of Sixth Street. PUBLIC NOTICE together. that they made themselves. They will Prior lien(s): Taxes/water/sewer Lien (Cert. # 006690) sold 6/11/01 to FUNB CT/ BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Pet adoptions will also be held on explain the foundation undergar- MD Sass II (2) in the sale amount of $874.25. PLANNING BOARD Saturday and Sunday, February 16 ments from the local museum col- The total amount to redeem to 9/28/01 is Notice is hereby given that on February and 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the lection. $937.72. The total amount due as of 9/28/01 27, 2002 at 8:00 P.M. in the Borough Hall of PETsMART stores at the Promenade All are welcome to attend the for property taxes, unpaid water/sewer the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine meeting, which will begin at 8 p.m. This One’s For You charges and lien payoff is in the aggregate Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey the Fanwood Mall in Bridgewater, at the intersec- sum of $5,265.00. Subject to unpaid taxes Planning Board will hold a public hearing to tions of Routes 28 and 287, and the at the Fanwood train station on North SPRINGFIELD- Come see this beautiful and municipal liens. Amount due will be consider the appeal of Mr. & Mrs. Peter Watchung Square Mall, 1515 Route and Martine Avenues. Refreshments 4 Bedroom Colonial with large Kitchen / announced at the Sheriff’s Sale or is avail- Sayles for the construction of an addition on 22, West. will be served. able upon written request to plaintiff’s attor- the property at 201 Marian Avenue, Fanwood, Further information may be ob- Family Room. Sliding doors lead to deck neys. New Jersey also known as Block 86 Lot 10 Cats will be available both days, There is due approximately the sum of on the Fanwood Tax Map. The following while dogs will be available Sunday tained from Historical Society Presi- overlooking fruit trees. Easy commuting. ONE-HUNDRED SEVENTY EIGHT bulk variance is requested from the Land only at the Watchung store. Among dent Richard Bousquet, P.O. Box Near all major shopping areas. Perfect THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED TWENTY Use Ordinance of the Borough of Fanwood: the pets offered for adoption will be 261, Scotch Plains 07076, or by call- EIGHT & 05/100 ($178,528.05) together l2.04E9 Variance requested: maximum ing (908) 232-1199. for growing family. Offered at $389,000. with lawful interest and costs. structural coverage Permitted: 25% Present: Kailee, a three-year-old, medium- There is a full legal description on file in 24.5% Proposed: 28.1% and such other sized terrier mix who is spayed, cur- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. relief that the board may deem appropriate. rent with her vaccinations and de- TAKE A VIRTUAL OFFICE All interested persons may be present Monday Bridge Group TOUR ON WEBSITE. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn scribed as fun-loving and well-be- this sale. and heard. RALPH FROEHLICH The file pertaining to this application is haved. She would be best in a home Will Not Meet Feb. 18 SHERIFF available for public inspection during normal with adults and no other pets. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Monday WESTFIELD OFFICE: business hours from the Secretary of the STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, To adopt or for further informa- Afternoon Bridge Group, which is NORGAARD & KAPNICK , LLP Board at the Administration Offices of the tion, please call (908) 688-1073 and 908-232-5664 Suite 300 Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine being hosted by the Scotch Plains 293 Eisenhower Parkway Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. press 8 for cat adoption or 1 for dog Public Library for the month of Feb- Offices Throughout New Jersey Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 Mr. & Mrs. Peter Sayles adoption. Other pets available for ruary, will not meet on February 18 www.PruNewJersey.com CH-756362 - (WL) 201 Marian Avenue adoption may be seen at because the library will be closed for An independently Owned and Operated Member of 4 T - 1/24, 1/31, 2/7 Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 www.pfa.petfinder.org. The Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. & 2/14/02 Fee: $228.48 1 T - 2/14/02, The Times Fee: $26.01 Presidents’ Day. The group usually meets at the Scotch Hills Country Club in Scotch Plains, but is using the library’s down- stairs conference room while the country club is undergoing repairs. Play lasts from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Players of all levels are welcome to attend and it is not necessary to bring a partner. The group will meet again on Monday, February 25. For more information, please call (908) 889-1620. PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Westfield Office DOCKET NO. F-4920-01 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, PLAINTIFF vs. 185 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 GERARDO J. ORTIZ; MRS. GERARDO J. ORTIZ, HIS WIFE, ET ALS, DEFEN- Another first from some of the best Call 908-654-7777 DANT. trained agents in real estate. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, BUY FOR $2,310 DATED OCTOBER 22, 2001 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. “We guarantee you’ll meet By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale your closing date or you’ll by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 get $1,000 credit.” Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- HOLLY COHEN sey on WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the Call now for details! TOP DOLLAR VOLUME MONTH OF JANUARY afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Broker / Sales Representative “NJAR” Million Dollar Sales Club Silver Level: 2000-2001 ders must have 20% of their bid available in GREAT SPLIT Effective August 2001, Weichert Financial Services will provide individuals who elect to participate in the Weichert Gold Services program a credit decision on their loan cash or certified check at the conclusion of request within 24-hours of receipt of complete applications. This decision is available on the majority of mortgage products offered through Weichert Financial Services. Weichert Million Dollar Sales / Marketing Club Berkeley Heights- 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Split Certain loan products require independent investor approval, which may exceed the 24-hour time frame. Your Financial Services Consultant will advise you whether the the sales. product you choose qualifies for the 24-hour decision offer. The Gold Services program also guarantees to meet the closing date established with your Realtor as indicated Weichert’s PRESIDENT’S Club on .34 acre lot, inground pool, fireplace in in your original contract of sale. The Gold Services guarantee requires that mortgage financing, homeowner’s insurance, and title insurance be obtained through the The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED corresponding Weichert affiliated or licensed companies, Weichert Financial Services, Weichert Insurance Agency, Weichert Title Agency (except in NJ where Title Services Living Room, updates include carpet, roof & Management, Inc. is licensed to utilize the Weichert name) or in Pennsylvania and Delaware Southeastern Abstract Co. d/b/a Weichert Closing Services Co., and is not EIGHTY THREE THOUSAND TWO-HUN- conditioned upon doing business with, that is, listing with or purchasing through a Weichert, Realtors office. In the event the applicable Weichert Gold Services provider is windows. $429,000. (052-008001) unable to meet your closing date we will credit $1,000 to you at the time of your closing/settlement. Program subject to change without notice at any time. Final loan DRED EIGHTY FOUR & 82/100 ($183,284.82). The property to be sold is located in the CITY OF ELIZABETH, County of Union BUY FOR $1,684 BUY FOR $2,337 BUY FOR $2,302 and State of New Jersey. It is commonly known as 711 MCKINLEY STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY. It is known and designated as Block WARD 4, Lot 1035. The dimensions are approximately 25.00 feet wide by 85.00 feet long. Nearest cross street: Situate on the north- erly line of McKinley Street, 124.50 feet from LINDA MAYKISH-WEIMER the westerly line of Bayway. PRIME SUBURBAN LIVING CHARMING EXCLUSIVE ONLY Prior lien(s): SUBJECT TO UNPAID TOP REVENUE UNITS MONTH OF JANUARY TAXES AND OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS. 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(052-007972) CH-756351 - (WL) Weichert Gold Services 1-800-WEICHERT 4 T - 1/24, 1/31, 2/7 & 2/14/02 Fee: $214.20 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 14, 2002 Page 17 John A. Carter, Jr. Is Named Prevention Links Named New Trustee of Counseling Agency United Fund Agency Member WESTFIELD – Prevention Links, Prevention Links is the lead agency MOUNTAINSIDE – John A. a development firm, a licensed bro- Carter, Jr. of Mountainside has been a non-profit organization dedicated for the Union County Coalition for kerage company, a management com- to the prevention of alcohol, tobacco the Prevention of Substance Abuse. elected to a three-year term as a pany and a construction company. Trustee of Youth and Family Coun- and drug abuse, has joined the United In this capacity, they assist individu- He additionally was a Director of Fund of Westfield as its 22nd mem- als and organizations, collaborate seling Service (YFCS). the National Association of Indus- “I am delighted to serve this orga- ber agency. with the efforts of others similarly trial and Office Parks (NAIOP) and The United Fund of Westfield’s concerned, and alert and educate the nization, which has provided coun- was the founder and first President of seling to youth and families of our Board of Trustees unanimously ap- community through various commu- the New York City Chapter of NAIOP. proved the organization’s member- nity efforts. Mr. Carter and his wife, Marian ship following the Admissions Some of their programs include Carter, have two married children. Committee’s recommendation. “Babes,” a primary prevention pro- Youth and Family Counseling Ser- Donnell Carr, Chairman of the gram for third and fourth graders, vice provides affordable, professional Admissions Committee, stated, designed to give children a lifetime counseling for individuals and fami- “Upon reviewing their application of protection from substance abuse lies. Located at 233 Prospect Street for membership, the Admissions and “Forest Friends,” a developmen- in Westfield, the agency serves people Committee realized Prevention tal puppet program for Pre-K to sec- from Westfield, Scotch Plains, A VALUABLE LINK…The United Fund of Westfield’s newest member agency, Prevention Links, works with community groups, civic organiza- Links’ special role in the prevention ond graders, which is currently be- Mountainside, Berkeley Heights, of substance abuse through their edu- ing offered in Westfield schools. Clark, Cranford, Garwood and tions, schools and religious groups on issues concerning substance use and abuse with programs designed to prevent and remedy. The United Fund cational programs. They provide a “Prevention Links has been serv- Rahway. service that complements well the ing the Westfield community for 25 For information about the agency Board of Trustees welcomed the new agency during a recent meeting. Reviewing the membership documents, pictured, left to right, are: Chair- United Fund family of agencies. By years,” stated United Fund Execu- and its services, please call YFCS at man of the Admissions Committee Donnell Carr, Executive Director of having them as part of our family, we tive Director Linda Maggio. “We are (908) 233-2042. Prevention Links Diane Litterer, and Prevention Links Board Member enhance their capacity to serve the pleased to welcome them as a mem- Dorothy Teller. citizens of our town.” ber agency.” www.goleader.com

John A. Carter, Jr. PUBLIC NOTICE communities for more than 75 years,” BOROUGH OF FANWOOD .LPEHUOH\$+DOH\ PLANNING BOARD said Mr. Carter, who was welcomed Notice is hereby given that on February to his new position by Milt Faith, 27, 2002 at 8:00 P.M. in the Borough Hall of YFCS Executive Director, and Jim the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine Slabe, President of the Board of Trust- Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey the Fanwood Planning Board will hold a public hearing to ([SHFW0RUH ees. consider the appeal of Daniel Librandy for “The reputation of the agency is the construction of a deck on the property at  outstanding and its services are 32 Glenwood Road Fanwood, New Jersey also known as Block 71 Lot 10 on the 1-$50LOOLRQ'ROODU6DOHV&OXE*ROG/HYHODQG needed now more than ever. As a Fanwood Tax Map. The following bulk vari- Trustee, I will do everything pos- ance is requested from the Land Use Ordi- sible to support and expand its ser- nance of the Borough of Fanwood: vices,” he added. 12.04E6 Variance requested: rear yard setback, Permitted: 25 feet, Present: 30 feet A lifelong resident of Westfield (deck is already constructed), Proposed: 14 and Mountainside, Mr. Carter retired feet 35(0,(5:(67),(/'2))(5,1*6 from Connell Finance Company, Inc. All interested persons may be present in Berkeley Heights two years ago. and heard. While there, he had originated or The file pertaining to this application is available for public inspection during normal 7KLV FKDUPLQJ :HVWILHOG FRORQLDO LV ORFDWHG RQ D participated in arranging over $1.3 business hours from the Secretary of the billion in real estate financing since Board at the Administration Offices of the TXLHWWUHHOLQHGVWUHHWLQWKHKHDUWRI:\FKZRRG,W joining Connell in 1990. Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. Previously, he was associated with Daniel Librandy ERDVWVURRPVWZRDQGDKDOI%DWKVIRUPDO Stone and Webster, Incorporated, as 32 Glenwood Road a Vice President and was President of Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 'LQLQJ5RRP/LYLQJ5RRPZLWKILUHSODFHDQG its real estate subsidiaries, including 1 T - 2/14/02, The Times Fee: $26.01 FDU JDUDJH  $GGLWLRQDO IHDWXUHV LQFOXGH D ORYHO\ HQWUDQFH IR\HU ODUJH )DPLO\ 5RRP ILUVW IORRU /DXQGU\DQGILQLVKHG5HFUHDWLRQ5RRP7KHHDWLQ .LWFKHQ KDV VOLGHUV WR D GHFN RYHUORRNLQJ WKH SURIHVVLRQDOO\ODQGVFDSHG\DUG:6) CHARMING CAPE COD 2IIHUHGIRU

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PARK LOCATION Charming Colonial located in GARWOOD features 3 Bedrooms, 1.1 Baths, large updated Kitchen with WACC BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce 2002 Board of Directors were recently breakfast nook, Family Room with selected. Pictured, left to right, are: front row; Martin Schadt, Sherry Cronin, Geralyn Keating, Diane Barabas,Chair, Susan Jacobson, Sunita Merriman, DDs and Douglas Fasciale, Vice Chair; back row, Bill Moore, Barbara Schwinn, wood burning stove, spacious Living Michael Zemsky, Paul Misiur, Treasurer, Stanley Baum, Warren Rorden, Darryl Walker and Jim Brown. Room, Dining Room and Master Bed- room with double closets. $269,900. Westfield Chamber of Commerce Elects

CUSTOM BUILT Board of Directors for 2002 CONTEMPORARY The Westfield Area Chamber of and direction of the organization. Town Council on the creation of Commerce has added over 50 new They represent many different fac- additional parking downtown and Situated on 1.5 acres of beautiful, wooded members to its roster in the past year, tions of the business community, and increasing community involvement property, this wonderful WATCHUNG bringing the current membership to their support of the Chamber is in- through our annual street fairs“ said home includes 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, For- a record total of 354 area businesses. valuable. I enjoy working with all of Diane Barabas, Chair. The Board of Directors has an- them and I appreciate their volunteer The Chamber Board of Directors mal Dining Room, Family Room and nounced the addition of several new commitment,”said Debbie Schmidt, meets the third Wednesday of the Living Room with fireplaces, deck, fabu- board members, reflecting the growth Chamber Executive Director. month, 5:30 pm, at Legg Mason, 140 lous Kitchen, cathedral ceiling and open and diversity of its influence in both Elected Officers for 2002 are: Central Avenue. For further informa- floor plan. $499,950. the business and non-profit sectors Chamber Chair Diane Barabas, tion, please call the Chamber office of the community. owner of Diane B; Chamber Vice- at 908-233-3021. “The Westfield Area Chamber Chair Douglas Fasciale, Esq. of Board of Directors determines policy Hoagland, Longo,Moran, Dunst & Gardenaires Meeting Doukas; Chamber Secretary Frank PUBLIC NOTICE Sahaj, Esq., of Younghans, Burke & To Feature Expert MOVE-IN CONDITION Sahaj, PC; Chamber Treasurer Paul COLONIAL SHERIFF’S SALE Misiur, Vice-President of the Town In Landscape Design SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Bank of Westfield; Immediate Past SCOTCH PLAINS — The monthly CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Well-kept home in PLAINFIELD fea- DOCKET NO. F-768-00 Chair Darryl Walker, President of meeting of the Gardenaires will be tures 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Formal Dining ALTEGRA CREDIT COMPANY vs. the Westfield Website Corp. held on Wednesday, February 27, ROBIN PARNESS, ET ALS, DEFEN- Re-elected as Directors were Stan from noon to 3 p.m. at the All Saints’ Room, updated Eat-In Kitchen, Living DANT. Baum of Scott’s Shoes of Westfield, Episcopal Church, located at 559 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Room with fireplace, finished attic, de- DATED FEBRUARY 09, 2001 FOR SALE Warren Rorden of Burgdorff Realtors, Park Avenue in Scotch Plains. tached 2-car garage, full Basement, up- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. W. Jubb Corbet of Legg Mason, James This month’s speaker will be Craig By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Brown of the Windmill Restaurant, R. Stock. For the past nine years, Mr. dated electric and windows. $174,900. ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Barbara Schwinn of the Westfield Art Stock has operated his own land- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Association, Stan Kaslusky of the scape design and construction firm, Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Westfield “Y”, Vicki Priscoe-Spurr of while simultaneously teaching land- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 27TH DAY OF Backroom Antiques and Martin Schadt scape design at the Westfield Adult FEBRUARY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the of Martin Richard Salon. School. CHARMING COUNTRY afternoon of said day. All successful bid- ders must have 20% of their bid available in Newly elected Directors include: Prior to that, he worked for 12 FARMHOUSE cash or certified check at the conclusion of Geralyn Keating of Westfield Tire & years as Nursery Manager and De- the sales. Auto, Michael Zemsky, of Michael signer for Steuernagel’s Nursery. Wonderful WESTFIELD home features The judgment amount is THREE-HUN- Zemsky, Architects, and Sunita Mr. Stock specializes in residen- DRED SEVENTY SEVEN THOUSAND 3 Bedrooms, 1.1 Baths, Formal Dining SEVEN-HUNDRED SIXTY FOUR & 56/ Merriman DDS. Susan Jacobson will tial, commercial and golf course land- 100 ($377,764.56). serve as Council Liaison, Sherry scape design and planting. He has Room, Martha Stewart Eat-In Kitchen, The property to be sold is located in the Cronin is the liaison from Down- served as President of the Union Central Air Conditioning, enclosed TOWN of WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY town Westfield Corporation and County Board of Agriculture. 07090, County of UNION and State of New porch, Recreation Room, and lots of Jersey. Georgia Aquila of Mountainside In- The general meeting of the storage space. $399,000. Commonly known as: 33 WOODBROOK door Tennis Center will be the Gardenaires is held on the fourth CIRCLE, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY Mountainside Chamber Liaison. Wednesday of each month. Refresh- 07090 “This year the Chamber looks for- ments are served and there are no Tax Lot No. 24 in Block No. 3901 Dimension of Lot: approximately irregular ward to working with the Mayor and geographic limitations. 195.0 feet wide by 282.36 feet long WYCHWOOD CENTER Nearest Cross Street: Springfield Avenue PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Situated at a point on the southeasterly HALL COLONIAL sideline of Woodbrook Circle distance ap- TOWN OF WESTFIELD proximately 840.93 feet southwesterly from Public Notice is hereby given that an ordinance of which the following is a copy was WESTFIELD home in impeccable con- its intersection with the southwesterly side- introduced, read and passed on first reading by the Council of the Town of Westfield at a line of Springfield Avenue. meeting held February 13, 2002, and that the said Council will further consider the same for dition inside and outside, it includes 4 There is due approximately the sum of final passage on the 26th day of February 2002, at 8:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as said Bedrooms, 2.2 Baths, Family Room and FOUR-HUNDRED TWENTY THOUSAND matter can be reached, in the Council Chambers, Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, SEVEN-HUNDRED SEVENTEEN & 37/ Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and place any person who may be interested therein Formal Dining Room with fireplaces, slate 100 ($420,717.37) together with lawful in- will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning said ordinance. terest and costs. Bernard A. Heeney roof, manicured deep lot and recent im- There is a full legal description on file in Town Clerk provements which include Central Air the Union County Sheriff’s Office. GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 16, AR- Conditioning, heat, electric and gourmet this sale. TICLE IV OF THE WESTFIELD TOWN CODE TO REGULATE SMOKING ON RALPH FROEHLICH THE GROUNDS OF THE WESTFIELD MEMORIAL POOL COMPLEX Kitchen. $949,900. SHERIFF Be it ordained by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield as follows: FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. Section 1. Policy; Purpose. Suite 201 (a) Findings and Declaration of Policy. Numerous studies have found that 7 Century Drive secondhand tobacco smoke is a carcinogen and a significant cause of respiratory Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 problems in children and other individuals; and that tobacco smoke is a cause of lung and TURN-OF-THE-CENTURY CH-755837 - (WL) cardiovascular disease in nonsmokers. The United States Surgeon General has also 4 T - 1/31, 2/7, 2/14 found that separating smokers from nonsmokers within the same air space does not VICTORIAN & 2/21/02 Fee: $197.88 eliminate the exposure of nonsmokers to environmental tobacco smoke. On the basis of these studies and findings the Town Council of the Town of Westfield has determined that PUBLIC NOTICE the protection of the public interest requires certain measures to be established to Spacious CRANFORD home includes eliminate the exposure of people to environmental tobacco smoke on the grounds of the 5 Bedrooms, 3.1 Baths, Living Room SHERIFF’S SALE Westfield memorial Pool complex, as well as to eliminate certain other public nuisances SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, that smoking creates for all persons. with fireplace, French doors to enclosed CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, (b) Purpose. The purpose of this ordinance is to protect the health and welfare of wrap-around porch, Formal Dining DOCKET NO. F-6117-99 non-smokers by prohibiting smoking on the grounds of the Westfield Memorial Pool LASALLE HOME MORTGAGE CORP., complex. Room, Eat-In Kitchen, full Basement PLAINTIFF vs. FRANK SAAVEDA AND Section 2. Amendment to Chapter 16, Article IV of the Westfield Town IRENE M. SAAVEDRA, HIS WIFE; ET Code. and 3-car detached garage. $649,900. ALS, DEFENDANT. Chapter 16, Article IV of the Westfield Town Code is hereby amended and supplemented CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, to include a new section 16-16A, which shall be entitled, “Smoking prohibited at the DATED NOVEMBER 9, 2001 FOR SALE Westfield Memorial Pool complex.,” and which shall read as follows: OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. “(a) As used herein, the terms “smoking” and/or “to smoke” shall mean: (i) the inhalation By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- and/or the exhalation of the fumes of burning plant material of any type, including but not SPACIOUS SPLIT LEVEL ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale limited to tobacco; (ii) the lighting and/or heating of any cigarette, cigar, or any other Well-maintained and spacious by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- product containing tobacco; or (iii) the holding of any object, including but not limited to ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 cigarettes or cigars, that contains or consists of burning plant material of any type, MOUNTAINSIDE home offers 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- including tobacco. rooms and includes 5 Bedrooms, 3.1 sey on WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DAY OF (b) Smoking shall be prohibited at all times throughout the grounds of the Westfield MARCH A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the Memorial Pool complex, including within all structures located on the grounds of the Baths, large Family Room, Master afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Westfield Memorial Pool complex, and within twenty linear feet from the entrance and exit ders must have 20% of their bid available in of the Westfield Memorial Pool complex.” Bedroom Suite, Kitchen with break- cash or certified check at the conclusion of Section 3. Voluntary Smoke Free Policy. fast bar and separate dining area, Rec- the sales. The owner or operator of any establishment in the Town of Westfield not covered by the The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED terms of Section 2 hereof may prohibit smoking within their entire establishment or in any part reation Room, professionally land- THIRTY SIX THOUSAND NINTY FOUR & thereof by posting signs described in Section 4 hereof. scaped grounds with 20 x 40 in-ground 51/100 ($136,094.51). Section 4. Posting of Signs. The property to be sold is located in the A “No Smoking” sign shall be clearly, sufficiently and conspicuously posted at every pool, ample play area and exterior City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State entrance to the grounds of the Westfield Memorial Pool complex. The sign(s) shall have the newly painted in 2000. $525,000. of New Jersey. words “No Smoking” in lettering that is not less than two inches in height, and/or shall contain It is commonly known as 238 Springfield the international no smoking sign or symbol (consisting of a pictorial representation of a Road (assessed as 236-238), Elizabeth, burning cigarette enclosed in a circle with a bar diagonally through the cigarette) that is not New Jersey. less than two inches in height. It is known and designated as Block/ Section 5. Enforcement. Ward 10, Lot/Account 1900. The Westfield Health Department and the Westfield Police Department are hereby The dimensions are 40.00 feet wide by charged with the enforcement of this ordinance. The Health Officer and all health inspectors 100.00 feet long. of the Westfield Health Department and all police officers of the Westfield Police Department Nearest Cross Street: Wyoming Avenue. are hereby designated as enforcement officers for the purpose of enforcement of this Prior lien(s): The total amount due as of ordinance. 12/7/01 for property taxes and unpaid water/ Any employee or person who desires to register a complaint for a violation of the terms of sewer is in the aggregate sum of $1,462.84. Section 2 of this ordinance may file such a complaint with the Westfield Health Department SUBJECT TO UNPAID TAXES AND or with the Westfield Police Department. OTHER MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS, Section 6. Violations and Penalties. AMOUNT DUE IS AVAILABLE IN THE It shall be unlawful to smoke or carry a lighted cigarette, cigar or pipe where smoking is SHERIFF’S OFFICE OR FROM prohibited. PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEYS UPON WRIT- Any person who violates Section 2 of this ordinance shall be guilty of an infraction TEN REQUEST TO PLAINTIFF’S ATTOR- punishable by: NEYS. (i) A fine, not less than $50 and not greater than $100, for the first violation; There is due approximately the sum of (ii) A fine, not less than $100 and not greater than $200, for the second violation; ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY THREE THOU- and SAND NINE-HUNDRED THIRTY TWO & (iii) A fine, not less than $250 and not greater than $500, for the third and any 88/100 ($163,932.88) together with lawful subsequent violation. interest and costs. Section 7. Other Applicable Laws. There is a full legal description on file in No provision in this ordinance shall be construed or interpreted to allow smoking where it the Union County Sheriff’s Office. is otherwise restricted by any other applicable statutes, executive orders, rules, regulations, The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn or ordinances. this sale. Section 8. Severability. RALPH FROEHLICH If any provision or application of this ordinance shall be held invalid, such invalidity shall SHERIFF pertain only to that specific provision or application, and shall not affect the other provisions STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, and applications of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LLP application, and to this end the provisions of this ordinance are declared severable. Suite 300 Section 9. Effective Date and Public Notification. 293 Eisenhower Parkway This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after the date of its final adoption. Public Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 notification, including, but not limited to, announcements in the newspapers serving the CH-756395 - (WL) Town of Westfield, shall be placed weekly for no less than four continuous weeks following 4 T - 2/14, 2/21, 2/28 the final adoption of this ordinance. & 3/7/02 Fee: $216.24 1 T - 2/14/02, The Leader Fee: $146.88 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 14, 2002 Page 19 Weichert ...They’re “Setting the Standards” for Full-Service Real Estate Jim Weichert President Honoring Our 2001 Million Dollar Sales Club Achievers

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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, February 14, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Adults Facing Life-Changing Decisions Get Sound Advice From Westfield Psychologist

By MARYLOU MORANO Life,” has recently been released in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times paperback. In the book, the psycholo- WESTFIELD — What do you gist writes about the recent social want to do when you grow up? It’s a changes that cause many to seek familiar enough question, one that is several career pathways over a life- Edison, Roosevelt Intermediate Schools to Put On asked countless times of a child. time. According to Westfield psychologist For several adults the question is Dr. Dorothy Cantor, the question isn’t no longer what do we want to do, but A Couple of Good Acts in Sound of Music, Joseph just for kids anymore. what do we want to do next? As Dr. Cantor’s book, “What Do You recently as 25 years ago, one didn’t WESTFIELD – This March, February 26, in the auditorium lobby, Taryn Glist at (908) 789-6130. Tick- Want to Do When You Grow Up? have to worry about what to do next. Edison Intermediate School in priced at $8 for advanced sale and ets will also be available at the door. Starting The Next Chapter of Your It was simple: you went to work, Westfield will present The Sound $10 at the door for evening perfor- stayed with the same company your of Music, while Roosevelt Inter- mances. Matinee tickets are $3 for entire working life and put money mediate School will take the stage adults and $1 for students. away for your retirement. You then with Joseph and the Amazing Joseph will be presented on Fri- retired and lived a life of leisure. Technicolor Dreamcoat. day, March 8 and Saturday, March 9, On Thursday, March 7, at 4 p.m. at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, March Dorothy Cantor and Friday and Saturday, March 8 10, at 2 p.m. in the cafeteria at work in their chosen professions af- and 9, at 7:30 p.m., The Sound of Roosevelt School. ter they have reached retirement age. Music will be offered in the Edison Narrated by Stephanie Christiano For others, just the opposite is School auditorium, as a centennial and Allison Sileo, the cast of 50 true. Taking advantage of the current tribute to Richard Rodgers. students will be lead by Stephen corporate climate, they are accept- The Sound of Music will be lead by Markowski. ing corporate buy-out options and Jessica Minsky as Maria. For tickets, which will go on sale are retiring earlier than ever. With so Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, on Monday, March 4, please call many productive years ahead of them, they retire from one profession long- Lizards, Tarantulas to Creep, ing to begin a new career in another. “What you do with the rest of your life is as personal as a fingerprint,” Crawl at Nature Center said Dr. Cantor. Because Dr. Cantor’s book em- MOUNTAINSIDE – Children and will be offered on February 18 at 11 phasizes self-discovery, anyone con- their families are invited to attend the a.m. Tickets are $3 per person with sidering a career change can benefit “February Festivities” at Trailside pre-required registration. from its step-by-step approach to Nature & Science Center, New Provi- “The Journey from Sap to Syrup,” dence Road in Mountainside, on Mon- on February 18 at 1:30 p.m., will in- self-fulfillment. day and Tuesday, February 18 and 19. clude a historical view of pure maple “This book can benefit a variety of Sponsored by the Union County syrup production. Taste tests will be people — baby boomers, people who Board of Chosen Freeholders, the enjoyed by all. Tickets will be sold at lose their jobs or who are thinking scheduled events include: the door for $3 per person. As we head into the 21st century, about changing jobs, and even women “A Touch of Nature,” an introduc- “Wildlife Watch” will be offered this one-size-fits-all life plan doesn’t returning to the workforce after a tion to the world of animals, presented on both afternoons at 3:30 p.m. for always work. As the book explains, time-out for motherhood,” com- by Jerry Zelenka, on February 19 at families, ages 6 and older. Participants instead of feeling fulfilled during the mented Dr. Cantor. 1:30 p.m. for families and children will observe animals that are visiting retirement years, many of Dr. A practicing psychologist for 25 ages 4 and older. A variety of lizards, the bird feeding station and then search years, Dr. Cantor is the co-author of snakes, turtles, rabbits, tarantulas and the outdoors for winter wildlife. Sto- Cantor’s patients find themselves ex- other creepy crawly friends will be ries by the campfire, hot chocolate and periencing the complete opposite — a previous book entitled “Women present. Tickers are $4 per person and marshmallows will conclude the win- disappointed, uncertain and bored. and Power.” She is also a frequent will be sold at the door. Children under ter walks. The fee is $3 per person, pre- BABY, IT’S COLD OUTSIDE…The New Jersey Center for Visual Arts in “A good number are finding them- guest on television programs such as 4 will not be admitted. registration is required and partici- Summit will present an exhibition of autumn and winter oil paintings created selves healthy, wealthy and bored,” “The Today Show” (NBC), “Good “Featured Friends” will be offered pants are advised to dress warmly. by landscape artist Gerry Heydt from Saturday, February 16 to Friday, March said Dr. Cantor. Morning America” (ABC), and FOX on both mornings at 10 a.m. and 11:30 Finally, “Owl Prowl” will be of- 29. A reception will be held on Sunday, February 17, from 2 to 5 p.m., which is The book shows the reader how to News Network. free and open to the public. a.m. for 3 and 4 year olds, accompa- fered for families, ages 6 and older, on assess all that came before, and use A past president of the American nied by an adult. Birds will be the topic February 19 at 6:30 p.m. A slide show Psychological Association, Dr. Can- ™ the assessment to transition into a of the event. Children may make a treat and outdoor walk will be presented, POPCORN new life that is satisfying and person- tor is the current president of the to hang on a tree for their new, feath- while participants listen for resident American Psychological Foundation. ered friends. The fee is $8 per child. owls of the Watchung Reservation. ally rewarding. Using the case stud- Pre-registration is required. The fee is $3 per person, pre-registra- ies of eight of Dr. Cantor’s patients, “What Do You Want to Do When “Snakes of New Jersey” will in- tion is required and participants are Slackers: Makes the book illustrates the process of You Grow Up? Starting The Next Chap- volve discussion of over 21 different advised to dress warmly. self-evaluation and goal setting for ter of Your Life,” is co-authored by species of snakes living in the state. For For more information, please call future personal growth. Andrea Thompson, a former editor of families, ages 6 and older, the program (908) 789-3670. No Real Effort Dr. Cantor’s book is especially McCall’s magazine. The book is pub- One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent timely because the meaning of the lished by Little Brown and Company. word “retirement” has changed. To read an excerpt, please visit By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER sloth, often by chatting with you when Many of today’s retirees continue to www.drdorthycantor.com. 1 popcorn you’re trying to do your work, and

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Thus for a Some might note that there is a Nominations Welcomed while we hold out hope that there is tradition of slackers in cinema, and rhyme or reason to the convolutions that Slackers should perhaps be cut being paraded before us. But no some, er, slack. For example, it might be argued that Sergeant Bilko and his For Philhower Award epiphany is forthcoming. WESTFIELD — Jane Sentivan, School. So as it stands, Nicks’s first attempt devious crew in yesteryear television’s at filmmaking is a wholesale misap- “You’ll Never Get Rich” (1955-1959) President of the Westfield Rotary In 2000, Trista Pollard, fifth grade plication of half-baked ideas and hap- make the deceitful troika in Slackers Club, announced that Friday, March teacher at Tamaques Elementary hazardly stitched notions. look like model citizens. 15, is the deadline for nominations School, received the award. The 1999 Obviously attempting to cash in on But a crucial difference must be for the 10th annual Charles Philhower fellowship went to Eva Morton, the lucrative teen movie market, Slack- noted. Bilko’s boys, like Barbella, Fellowship award, designated for a Washington Elementary School third ers is the director’s wild stab at an Ritzik and Zimmerman, were carica- full-time elementary teacher in the grade teacher. The award winner in irreverent college campus gambol. But tures to be laughed at, not identified Westfield Public Schools. 1998 was Angela LaCarrubba, sec- the poorly written and only margin- with. Letters of nomination are invited ond grade teacher at Wilson Elemen- ally acted tale about a psychopathic Yet there is no doubt that director from interested citizens and Westfield tary School. geek (Jason Schwartzman) who tries Nicks is banking on his young audi- public school staff members and In 1997, the Philhower award went to blackmail three heretofore success- ence empathizing at least in part with should be addressed to: Charles to Claudia Andreski, who was a fourth ful scam artists into delivering unto paradigmatic college chums Jeff Philhower Fellowship Committee of grade teacher at Jefferson Elemen- him Holden University’s It Girl (James (Michael C. Maronna), Sam (Jason Segel) and Dave (Devon Sawa). the Westfield Rotary Club, c/o Of- tary School. Bette Tuthill, McKinley King) is at best a bizarrely uneven fice of the Superintendent of Schools, fourth grade teacher, was named the forgery. Yes, they’re scurrilous, though they do have nice smiles and are 302 Elm Street, Westfield, 07090. 1996 Philhower Fellowship recipi- One cannot even credit Nicks for Nominations should specify ways ent. Carol Joyce, Washington School his chutzpah — at least not in good generally fair of face. But by siccing Ethan after the title characters, in which the teacher has demon- first grade teacher, received the award conscience. For it is never certain strated outstanding teaching, inter- in 1995. The 1994 award went to whether his often bawdy romp screenwriter David Steinberg in- through the wiles of questionable vokes a propaganda technique that est in children and continued pursuit Carol A. Mastroianni, Franklin behavior is purposely crass or merely makes them far less egregious by of professional growth. School first grade teacher. the byproduct of instinctive bad taste. comparison than their predator. The teacher must be a full-time The first Philhower Fellowship was While even the most outlandish ex- Which means a life of swindling is faculty member in Westfield for a presented to Susan Feldman Glick, a amples of this genre can ultimately be okay. But being creepy and unpopu- minimum of five years. The Fellow- Special Education teacher at exonerated as harmlessly chronicling lar like Ethan is not. ship recipient is honored at a Rotary Tamaques School, in 1993. the rites of youthful rebellion, no such To its credit, the film has a plot. luncheon and receives a grant to In commenting on the award, Ro- dispensation can be accorded Slack- Not much of a plot, but a plot just the further professional growth or to en- tary President Ms. Sentivan echoed ers. same. Ethan, who skulks about in hance classroom activities for stu- the sentiments of fellow Rotarians A disturbing mean-spiritedness in shadows taking candid videos, dents. when she said, “We believe the the persona of Schwartzman’s perfidi- threatens to keep the cool guys from The award was instituted in 1993 Philhower Fellowship is a fitting ous nerd is uncomfortably out of place, graduating by exposing their grade by the Westfield Rotary Club to rec- memorial to an educator who gave so even by this erratic farce’s standards. scams — but only if they don’t talk ognize the importance of teaching in much to the children of Westfield Ethan is a sort of stalker without the pulchritudinous Angela into go- ing out with him. In response, the the elementary grades and to honor and to education in general.” portfolio, a loner who bears all the Westfield Rotarian and School Su- Superintendent of Schools Will- earmarks of a serial killer. But while trio chooses Dave to do Ethan’s bid- ding. perintendent Charles Philhower. iam J. Foley added, “We are grateful he limits his offenses here to mere Mr. Philhower, who died in 1962, for the recognition the Rotary con- blackmail, we get the distinct impres- Portrayed by James King (the pro- duction notes say the fashion model was Supervising Principal (Superin- tinues to give the teaching profes- sion that the venal little cad has really tendent) of Westfield Public Schools sion. I am always pleased when out- lost his way en route to a slasher film. was born Jamie and not James, which Certainly he would be a lot happier if may add a whole other wrinkle to this for 30 years – from 1917 to 1947 – standing education is spotlighted; he could kill a few folk. mental cacophony), Angela really and was President of the Westfield when honor is bestowed on an out- Oh well, there’s always the next can’t stand the parasitic Ethan. Rotary Club in 1929-1930. As Ro- standing educator and when recog- movie. She does develop a healthy han- tary President, he instituted the club’s nition is given to teachers.” In the meantime, the pesky rat has kering for Dave, who duplicitously annual scholarship awards to gradu- to settle for extorting Sam, Jeff and insinuates himself in her life to pro- ating Westfield students. Dave, three inseparable seniors whose mote Ethan’s cause. And of course Members of the Selection Com- James Madison Univ. elaborate cribbing schemes during the she eventually discovers the dirty mittee will include two Rotarians, past four years have put them within a truth. two elementary school principals and Announces Students month of receiving their diplomas. Now, you can easily guess what the immediate past Philhower fel- emotions have been aroused in Dave Placed on Dean’s List The school’s three musketeers of low, Anna Jane Sabbagh, third grade AREA – James Madison Univer- cheating, they take great pride in know- since first he undertook the deceitful teacher at Jefferson Elementary ing that they’ve never earned an hon- mission. If you’ve ever seen a roman- sity in Harrisonburg, Va. has reported est grade. tic comedy, you know how it all the names of students placed on the You know the sort. Perhaps they shakes out. Which then leaves abso- Northwestern Places President’s List and Dean’s List for copied from you in high school. Maybe lutely no reason for you to see this the fall semester 2001. you have a coworker or two like them. film. Trimble on Dean’s List Jeanne M. Venneri of Westfield They’re the type who’ll put more en- But if perchance someone tries to WESTFIELD – Northwestern has been placed on the President’s ergy and effort into sloughing off than talk you into seeing Slackers, just do University in Evanston, Ill. has an- List. Fellow Westfielder Tyne A. it would take to actually do the work. your best to get out of it. Say you hurt nounced that Katherine J. Trimble of Duffy has been named to the Dean’s It’s a rather strange anti-social behav- your back or something. Westfield has been named to the List. ior. Getting over on the boss and their * * * * * Dean’s List for the fall quarter of the Nicole E. Kreger and Jonathan M. fellow employees is a big kick. Indus- Slackers, rated R, is a Sony Screen 2001-2002 academic year. Winkler, both of Scotch Plains, have triousness is for suckers. They have Gems release directed by Dewey Nicks and Katherine is a student in the earned President’s List recognition. no shame. And what makes it even stars Jason Schwartzman, James King and Weinberg College of Arts and Sci- Jaclyn K. Sanders of Scotch Plains cheerier for us all, they flaunt their Devon Sawa. Running time: 90 minutes. ences at Northwestern. was placed on the Dean’s List. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 14, 2002 Page 21

Get Outta The House

By CAROL F. DAVIS Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times GRAND OCCASION…The Little Opera Company of New Jersey presented its Vocal Excellence Awards Concert for professionals and young artists on Saturday at The Presbyterian Church in Westfield. The proceeds benefited the It’s easy to drop $5, but un- organization’s scholarship fund. Pictured, above, are: Music Director and Conductor David Wroe of the Westfield usual to receive something of Symphony Orchestra, pianist Susan Caldwell of Dunellen, Emily Golden of Westfield, Jane Bunnell of Chatham, and quality for the investment. We’re Director of the Little Opera Company of New Jersey Juan Pineda. The participants sang favorite operatic arias. talking a soup and sandwich lun- cheon at The First Congrega- tional Church’s Social Hall on Elmer Street in Westfield. By the way, you will also be able to Book Nook Artist ofofArtist attend the free, half-hour con- With Marylou Morano cert by the Metropolitan Saxo- phone Quartet before the meal. The concert will feature jazz the WWthe eekeekeek and show tunes, including mu- Falling in Love With Literature sic by George Gershwin and Courtesy of Alexandra Eldridge Glenn Miller, performed by four “Wanderlust,” glicee print by Alexandra Eldridge. Is Good for Young Readers men who have all had profes- sional careers in music. Be there By MARYLOU MORANO house of his pet dog, Sludge. Check on Wednesday, February 20, at Alexandra Eldridge : An Evolution Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times out this Valentine version of Nate, the noon. If you are in the area, or Hearts, flowers, candy and kisses. popular children’s sleuth in “Nate the it’s your lunch hour, enjoy! CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 It’s time to celebrate St. Valentine’s Great and the Mushy Valentine” by 25, 2001, when her father Harry tunate. For the last five years, I’ve Day! Enhance your celebration by * * * * * Devlin succumbed to a long illness. totally made a living through paint- reading a book about the On Sunday, February 17, at “Confronting my father’s death was ing and raised two children on my holiday. Several major 7:30 p.m., Temple Emanu-El in very difficult for me,” she said, “be- own for 14 years.” children’s book publishers Westfield will host the Mostly cause he had been so incredibly im- An arduous, yet satisfying pro- have recently released books Music Chamber Series with a portant in my life.” cess, Eldridge has worked in a me- about the holiday, so there performance of violins, viola, “I got closer to the family as a dium known as “Venetian plaster,” is a lot to choose from. cello and piano. Music includes result,” confided Eldridge, who has which lends an antiquated look of Picture Books Setzer’s Elegy for Violin and Pi- made New York City her temporary layers upon layers to every piece she What exactly do we cel- home once again. Once eager to be- ano, Faure’s Piano Quartet in G creates. While the semi-translucent, ebrate on Valentine’s Day? come familiar with the unfamiliar, tinted plaster effect results in a gor- Minor, and Mozart’s String Well, hugs and hearts for the artist finds comfort in more rec- geous “Old World” European flavor, Colin HanksHanksColin Quartet in C. Tickets, which are ognizable and memorable environs, starters. “Hugs and Hearts” Eldridge acknowledges that hard la- by Toni Trent Parker pub- available at the door, are $20 for where her friends and family of many bor is involved. With two growing the general public, $18 for se- years have been found. children in toe, she was often paint- lished by Scholastica in (1977- ))(1977- nior citizens, and $10 for stu- In a trendy nugget of the metropo- ing until 2 a.m. 2002 takes picture books (1977- ))(1977- lis, Eldridge spends half of every day “It fed my soul and kept me alive,” one step beyond traditional By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN dents. For more information, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times please call (973) 762-0108. painting and often treats herself to she said of the faux finish process. — it uses photos of real meeting new people, visiting muse- Eldridge believes the medium also children, making the book I know what you’re thinking. Son * * * * * ums and galleries throughout the re- achieves a sense of both physical and extremely true to life. Marjorie Weinman Sharmot pub- of the Hollywood can-do-no-wrong Kids and adults with talent are mainder of her day. Valentine’s Day is the superstar Tom Hanks just happens metaphorical layering. lished by Bantam to be the next up and comer in a 2002 wanted! Try out for a part in Currently searching for represen- Over the years, Eldridge has served time you tell people you Doubleday in 1994. tation in New York City, she will Brat Pack. Colin just happened to South Pacific at CDC Theatre as illustrator for volumes like love them, learns Little The story of the Civil get the lead role in a hit movie that’s of the Cranford Dramatic Club exhibit at The Turner Caroll Gallery “Otranto” (Italica Press, 1994), “The Bill in “Happy Rights Movement is inter- in Sante Fe in June and at The Julie going like gangbusters at the box (CDC). All roles are open for Sleepy Baker” (Northland Publish- Valentine’s Day” by Rob- twined with the story of St. office, Orange County, and he’s been Baker Gallery in California in No- those who can dance, sing and ers, 1993), “A Medieval Book of ert Scull and published Valentine in a special book adored on the WB network’s act. Rodgers and Hammerstein vember. She has exhibited in galler- Beasts” (Edwin Mellen Press, 1992), by Simon Spotlight “Roswell.” All because he’s the old- ies from Winooski, Vt. to Athens, titled “The Legend of the wrote this musical, adapted from and “Visions of Heaven & Hell Be- (Simon and Schuster). Valentine.” Written Chris- est son of Tom? Think again. Ohio, Montgomery, Ala. to Boul- fore Dante” (Italica Press, 1991). two love stories merged into one, Little Bill, the star of a tian writing award winner Resolved that he will not let his der, Colo., and Wabash, Ind. to At one point, when Eldridge re- Nick Jr. series created by father’s fame open doors for him in set on an island during World Plainfield. Katherine Grace Bond and sided in Spain, she developed paint- Bill Cosby, sure gives out the entertainment industry, Colin War II. Sunday, February 24, is “My life is a continuous, evolving published by Zonderkidz ings for a screenplay under the direc- a lot of love in the pages adopted an assumed name when he audition day. For kids, it will adventure,” she said. “I’ve been for- in 2001, elementary school auditioned for his father’s movie, tion of Steve Buscemi’s wife. of this book. take place at 2 p.m. and for age children who read this That Thing You Do (1996). In “I Love You So adults, be there by 7 p.m. Adults book will come away with Nearly the spitting image of his Much,” written by Carl have a second opportunity on new interpretations of what father, Colin grew up with his mother, Norac and published by Samantha Lewes, in Sacramento, Tuesday, February 26, a 7 p.m. Gala Concert Will be Ideal it means to celebrate love. Dragonfly Books (1996), Nora can’t And now for the teens Calif. before enrolling at Chapman If you are selected, congratula- keep her special words from bursting University in Orange, Calif. and tions and be ready to rehearse. Crushes…boyfriends…dating…How from her mouth. What are those spe- can you tell it’s the real thing? Take transferring to Loyola Marymount It’s starting on the enchanted Ending to Bach Weekend University in Westchester, Calif. cial words and whom will she tell the test with “The Love and Ro- evening of Friday, May 3. Studying acting at Loyola afforded them to? No skipping to the end of mance Teen Quiz Book” by Annalei WESTFIELD — The Westfield fee and pastries. the book to find out! We’ve heard of Hanks the opportunity to hone his * * * * * Bach Festival will conclude three days Soprano Laura Heimes will be the Levine, Jana Johnson and Arlene skills in productions like Noises Off There are a few events com- of music with its crowning jewel, the vocal partner of baritone Eley in both “The Night Before Christmas,” but Hamilton Stewart. It’s hot off the and One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest. ing to the Union County Arts Westfield Bach Festival Gala Concert, cantatas. Tenor Timothy Fallon com- “The Night Before Valentine’s Day?” presses of Andrews McNeil. Within two days, Hanks was cast in Center, 1601 Irving Street in on Sunday, February 24 at 7:30 p.m., pletes the cast of the Coffee Cantata, Watch the children prepare for the I hope you LOVE reading these an update of the classic Cyrano de Rahway, this week. Catch the when the Catholic Church of the Holy and the chamber ensemble will be school Valentine’s Day party in “The books. Enjoy Valentine’s Day and Bergerac entitled, I’ll Be You, and “Roswell.” He played a human be- Valentine’s performance of the Trinity in Westfield will ring with the conducted from the harpsichord by Night Before Valentine’s Day,” writ- don’t forget to tell your loved ones sounds of festival chorus, soloists, and Edward Brewer. ten by Natasha Wing and published how much they mean to you every- ing in the latter production, was quite film, Moonstruck, tonight at 8 At 11 a.m. on Saturday, February a challenge since he was surrounded orchestra. by Grosset and Dunlop in 2000. The day, not just on February 14! p.m. It’s a romantic comedy with The program, conducted by the 23, there will be a symposium on the text reads just like the favorite classic. by a bunch of wacky aliens. a fabulous cast, including Cher former director of the Westfield Orato- omnipresent symbolism in Bach’s Middle Grades In the coming weeks, Book Nook The 20-something actor now re- and Nicholas Cage. Don’t be rio Society, Philip Dietterich, will be- music, and at 2 p.m., the Organ Mara- will feature literature highlight- sides in Los Angeles, where he is gin with piccolo trumpets and timpani, thon will return for three hours of non- Nate is on the trail of the culprit contented building up his resume on shy – it’s a Tuesday night – go who left a red valentine on the dog- ing Black History Month. alone if you want to get out. It strings, and winds, presenting the Or- stop playing, beginning with a perfor- his own merits and not the glitz which chestral Suite No. 3 in D. This suite, mance of the Toccata and Fugue in D comes with his last name. will be dark in there. Tickets are which includes the famous Air on the minor. $8. On Saturday, February 16, G String, will be followed by Cantata Organists for the marathon are Rives take your favorite kid to a 1 p.m. 56, Ich will den Kreutzstab gerne tragen Cassel (2 p.m.), Director of Music/ matinee of Peter Pan. Tickets (“I Will My Cross-Staff Gladly Carry”), Organist of the Catholic Church of the for this one are $9. You know for baritone soloist and orchestra. Holy Trinity; Trent Johnson (2:45 p.m.), that story. This cantata, sung Sunday by bari- Director of Music and Arts at First tone Elem Eley, is a fine example of United Methodist Church; Donald Bach’s use of tone painting to express Sutherland (3:30 p.m.), Professor of in music the meaning of the text — a Organ at the Peabody Conservatory, WESTFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY concept to be explored in detail at the and Ms. Thomson (4:15 p.m.). Festival’s Saturday symposium. Both Saturday events will be held at Kean University Minicourses Pen & Ink First Congregational Church in The second half of the program will {Spring Courses} CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 begin with the Concerto for Two Harp- Westfield. sichords and String Orchestra in C Tickets for the Coffeehouse Canta- Valentine’s Day has been mea- minor. Soloists for the concerto are tas and the organ marathon will be $20 {1} New Jersey History | Mondays 10-11:45am , 3/11-4/29 Note: no class 4/8 and 4/15 sured by flowers, popularity and noted harpsichordist Edward Brewer (general admission), $15 (senior citi- Explore the social, economics and political development of New Jersey within the context of American History. Join and Barbara Thomson, Music Direc- zens), and $10 (students) and for the vanity – rarely did the cupid’s us as Professor William J. Lipkin traces the development of New Jersey from early exploration through it’s current true aim of l-o-v-e make a dent tor of the First Congregational Church Westfield Bach Festival Gala Concert in Westfield. will be $30 (general admission), $20 1947 constitution. You will be pleasantly suprised with the innovations that have come out of our state, as well as in my tough exterior. While I’m The program will conclude with (senior), and $15 (student). the major role New Jersey has played in the development of our nation. not down on the whole concept Cantata 19, Es erhub sich ein Streit Tickets for the entire series are $55 of finding a special man to share (“There Arose A Fierce Strife”). This (general admission), $40 (senior citi- {2} Comparative Religions | Wednesdays 10-11:45am, 3/13-4/24 Note: no class 4/10 cantata, written for the feast of St. zens), and $25 (students). The sympo- my life with, I think Valentine’s Michael the Archangel, is again re- sium on Saturday morning is free of The course in comparative religions surveys five of the major religious traditions including: Judaism, Christianity, Day, as a whole, is too much of plete with tone painting. charge and the pre-concert lecture be- Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Dr. Melodie Toby will trace the history and development of the religions, discuss fore the gala concert (6:30 p.m. on a 24-hour Hallmark holiday, with Recitatives and arias include the some key players, and devote one session to looking at selected contemporary social, political, and economic issues little or no emphasis on the l-o- famous “battle aria” for tenor, sung by Sunday) is free to those purchasing noted Bach specialist Frederick Urrey. gala concert tickets. from the perspective of each tradition. v-e. The whole cantata is concluded by a Series and individual concert tick- Still, you’d think I would have presentation of the final chorale with ets will be available at the First Con- Continuing and Professional Education - Kean University been tipped off as a toddler that the full instrumental complement. gregational Church, the First United Soloists include the acclaimed so- Methodist Church, St. Paul’s Episco- any men named “Grimm” would prano, Laura Heimes, (who was such a pal Church, the Catholic Church of the not be reliable sources for ad- success in last year’s Festival with her Holy Trinity, and The Presbyterian The tuition for one course is $60. Pay a discounted price of $105, if you enroll in both courses. vice on pursuing romance. Be- performance of the solo soprano can- Church of Westfield. tata Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen), In addition, series tickets may be sides, I have tons of spiked Frederick Urrey, and baritone Eley. purchased at Betty Gallagher Antiques, heeled shoes in my closet that The opening program of the festival The Classic Basket, Lancaster, Ltd., Register by phone at 908.527.2161, M-Th 8:30am-4:30pm, or fax at 908.527.1301. declare war on my ankles every will be on Friday, February 22, at 7:30 and Periwinkle’s, all of Westfield. time I try them on. What would p.m. A semi-staged English produc- The Westfield Bach Festival is made tion of Bach’s humorous Coffee Can- possible in part by a generous grant make a glass slipper more com- tata and Peasant Cantata, will be per- from the Westfield Foundation. fortable? But, I’ll still force them formed in the Parish Hall of St. Paul’s For more information about the fes- For further information, contact us at 908.789.4090. on my foot until the right one Episcopal Church in Westfield, and tival, please visit fits. will feature table-side seating and cof- www.westfieldnj.com/bach. LEARN @ OUR LIBRARY, AND ENLIGHTEN YOURSELF. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 22 Thursday, February 14, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

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She Says She Wants An Evolution: Artist Eldridge Looks Back While Looking Forward

By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN A bird outside of a bottle is de- nary niches in the countryside. ing candlelight, and no trace of elec- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times picted in “Unseen Waiting to be The journey, said Eldridge, resulted tricity. Within the castle walls, MOUNTAINSIDE – Alexandra Seen,” while a ladder is encapsulated in a unique body of work, repeating Eldridge crafted contemporary illu- Eldridge has made a living shatter- in the bottle, with tiny birds released the image of feet touching the earth, minated manuscripts, in which she ing the widely held belief “making a spiritual connection used poems by Tartovsky in the six that no one with a passion through the dark underworld, instead large paintings. for art can make a living at of the brilliant light.” “With the shadows cast by the it. “I am always searching out new candles, it was like being in the pres- “Having grown up in a situations that wake me up and make ence of a mystery,” said Eldridge, family with art around me me look anew, destroying the made- adding that the experience led to new all of the time gave me the up mind and forever being open,” bodies of work that were “all very permission to be an artist,” Eldridge told The Leader/The Times. autobiographical.” Eldridge told The Westfield Invited to live in a 13th century The evolving story of Eldridge’s Nierle to Transform WHS Leader and The Times dur- monastery in Elba, Eldridge was life took a sharp turn on November ing a recent interview. enveloped by the ocean below, flood- The daughter of paint- Continued on Page 21 ers, illustrators, poets, and Auditorium Into Paradise authors Harry A. Devlin and Wende Devlin of By STEVEN KRAKAUER performing in her second WHS Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Mountainside, Eldridge, show, plays Aphra. like so many of her sib- WESTFIELD — The Westfield “Everything is coming together lings, was endowed with High School (WHS) Drama De- an aptitude and brilliance really well. Everyone is so tal- partment has never been one to ented, and the direction is so well in creative writing and ar- dawdle in ordinariness. tistic genius. organized. Also, the music is very Timeless and trendy at Last year, their production of beautiful,” Greenberg said. the age of 53, Eldridge re- God’s Country by Steven Dietz The music is being coordinated ceived her Bachelor of Arts focused on neo-nazism through by Musical Director William Degree from Ohio Univer- true scenarios. Earlier this school Mathews, in his third show. sity in 1970, was educated Michelle H. LePoidevin for The Leader/The Times year, the department put on the The cast is also very much en- in Cambridge, England, Alexandra Eldridge. first-ever high school performance semble-based. The ensemble, Penland, N.C., Great Neck, of The Laramie Project, a docu- known as “Storytellers”, com- N.Y., Florence, Italy, and Sante Fe, from the top of the ladder. For drama based around the town of bined with the speaking parts, N.M. She married her art professor Eldridge, the bird calls to mind the Laramie, Wyo., in which Matthew from Ohio University, with whom Buddhist concept of witnessing one- she shares two grown children. self or the artist examining her own Profoundly influenced by the ge- evolution. The ladder represents nius of William Blake (1757-1827), “raising yourself to another level of British artist, poet, and printmaker, consciousness and deeper under- Eldridge flourished in the Blake- standing.” inspired farm community of “Someone Is Arriving,” pictured Golgonooza. Described by Eldridge at right, shows a woman floating as “the visionary city of art,” the above the earth, signifying the surroundings enabled her to blos- woman’s disconnection with the earth som as an artist, staging plays, pag- and the disorientation Eldridge ex- eants, and art exhibits. perienced “after her children left of Eldridge left Golgonooza and being suspended in reality.” The nine moved to New York City for one year trees in the piece convey a lack of before settling in a Sante Fe-based completion, said Eldridge, for nu- artistic community for 14 years. merologists point to the number 10 There, she relished acclaim in the as a metaphorical state of comple- motivational, cocoon-like atmo- tion. Courtesy of Alexandra Eldridge sphere, where she said “people get to Among several other symbols, “Someone Is Arriving,” glicee print by Alexandra Eldridge.

Pen & Ink Steven Krakauer for The Westfield Leader and The Times IN REHEARSAL...Westfield High School students rehearse for the first song, “Let There Be” of the new musical, Children of Eden. JD Hyman, who By Michelle H. Le Poidevin plays “Father”, Ryan Leonard, who portrays “Adam,” and Erica Cenci, who plays “Eve,” are surrounded by the Storytellers.

The Myth of the Knight in Shining Sheppard, the homosexual col- totals over 40 cast members. lege student murdered in the late- Betsy Paynter, a junior, plays Armor: Bibbity, Bobbity, Boo-Hoo 1990s, lived and died. the part of Yonah, a character By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN The current show, which is in created for the show that was never Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times rehearsal stage, and is set to hit mentioned in the bible. Yonah is a “It’s just unrealistic to think that a knight in shining armor is going the stage at the end of this month, slave-girl of Noah who becomes to show up at your door. Things don’t work like that.” If I had a dozen is the biblically based Children of a member of the family after be- roses for every time I heard that phrase, I probably wouldn’t be Eden. ing chosen by Noah’s son for mar- Children of Eden is rarely per- complaining about Valentine’s Day. riage. formed at the high school level, “The play is really starting to But, the miracle of it all came a few mainly because of it’s difficult pull together, and become more weeks ago when Castle Bootery, abundance of songs. The play is of a cast,” Paynter said. which resides next to The Westfield almost entirely made up of sing- She will also be a member of Leader office, positioned a knight ing, with scarce interludes of dia- the Snake, a six-person character in shining armor near its storefront logue, which makes the perfor- who will represent the snake in – pedestal, pomp and circumstance mance and rehearsal process an the Garden of Eden. The Snake is and all that great stuff we read in arduous one. made up of sophomores Jason fairytales. The play will be directed by Mesches and Elliot Johnson, Who said he wouldn’t come to Joseph Nierle, currently in his Paynter and seniors Aguero, Josh my door? — even if “he” is hol- 15th year of directing for WHS. Lieberman and Marion Pomann. “Things are going really well. lowed out and brought in from the In Act Two, three individuals It’s a difficult show to do, and it will be featured soloists for two rain, to keep him from turning into requires a lot of passion, and a songs. Senior Andrew Pidkameny The Tin Man. sort of emotional commitment. and junior Christine Perot will I’m not cynical about love and The cast has been very commit- sing solos in “Generations” and finding one’s soul-mate, but it has Courtesy of Alexandra Eldridge ted,” Nierle told The Westfield Lindsay Rose Sinclair will solo “Unseen Waiting to be Seen,” glicee print by Alexandra Eldridge. taken me almost 30 years to realize Leader and The Times of Scotch for “Ain’t It Good.” that there will be no glass slipper, Plains-Fanwood. Junior Matt Toriello is the know your work immediately.” Eldridge also incorporates pieces of coach to whisk me off to the ball, That cast is highlighted by a shows Assistant Director and Eldridge was responsible for in- literature because she has “learned prince to awake me with a kiss, or slew of capable leads. Junior JD Stage Manager. This will be the spiring visitors to a New Mexican so much from books,” nests because Hyman, who previously starred third time he serves as stage man- meditation room when she created it represents a “container, your own white stallion to carry me off into the sunset. Sometimes, I think the as a freshman in the WHS musical ager for WHS. The set, which an elaborate mural for the facility’s soul and being at home inside of Big, will play “Father,” the God features an ark (for the second ceiling. A prescribed assignment, she yourself,” and high heels because it Brothers Grimm did society a huge discovered that she flourishes as an points to a need to slow down — figure in the drama. act) and a jungle setting for the disservice by prolonging these fan- The first act of the drama cov- first act, was built by Toriello, artist with fewer limitations. “you can’t run in high heels,” she tasies through literature. You don’t In Sante Fe, Eldridge also recog- said. ers the first two major biblical junior Doug Chananie and senior nized that she, as an artist, held a After her children went off to col- know how much deprogramming I stories, Adam and Eve and Cain Pedro Ruiz. certain responsibility to pose ques- lege, Eldridge, then a single, divorced have ahead of me. and Abel. The second act traces “It was the most difficult set tions and present a mystery to the mother, traveled to Paris, where she The first Valentine’s Day I can the tale of Noah and his family. we’ve ever built. I’m glad the beholder of her pieces. lived for six months. For three weeks, Amy Horowitz for The Leader/The Times recall with any vivid detail was in My Knight in Shining Armor Cast as Adam and Eve are show is coming along really well,” Recalling the work of her parents she painted an exquisite mural, ex- grade school. I had a gigantic crush sophomore Ryan Leonard and said Toriello. as “realistic and representational,” hibited in the fashionable Marais on a kid named “Mark.” That day, senior Erica Cenci, respectively. Nierle stated that, although Eldridge identifies her artistic style district, next to Musée National Cenci also serves as the dance the musical is based on biblical as one with a more archetypal flair, Picasso, and became engrossed in I was scheduled to get my braces put on and they didn’t come off until derived from all facets of the imagi- the country’s people, who she de- my junior year in high school. That has a way of killing off prospective captain for the second act. stories, it also focuses on other Cain and Abel, the quarreling nation. scribed as “very poetic by nature.” mates. They weren’t the invisible kind issues. “It’s really about look- children of Adam and Eve, are ing at families, and what we The poetry of Rumi and Russian In France, Eldridge found muse in that dentists can offer today. filmmaker Andrei Tarkovsky has also the watercolors by Victor Hugo and played by Josh Lerner and Tyler pass as parents to our children. illuminated Eldridge’s creativity, purchased pieces of circa 1800 texts Once the heavy metal was dis- Patla, both juniors. It’s also about forgiveness,” he while blending philosophical and at flea markets, which were used mantled, I walked the halls on In the second act, Noah is played said. spiritual tenets that represent her in several future pieces. At Valentine’s Day amid a group of bub- by David Eisenberg (a junior), “Children of Eden” will play at personal credo – art is a conversing Galerie Selmersheim in Paris, bly cheerleaders who measured “love” while Mama Noah is played by WHS on February 28, March 1 with eternity. Eldridge participated in a solo by how many carnations they sold for senior Dania Aguero. Aguero is and 2 at 8 p.m. Tickets can be pre- “Art is born and takes hold wher- exhibition, “Go by the Way You Know the dance captain during the first ordered by calling (908) 789-4549 ever there is a timeless and insatiable Not,” the flavor of which she calls a fundraiser. If you were caught walk- longing for the spiritual,” Tarkovsky “going deeply into the unfamiliar.” ing around with only one, you might act. for $8, or can be picked up at the wrote during his short life (1932- Eldridge, whose pieces are in- as well park a big old “L” on your Emily Greenberg, a freshman door for $10. 1986). Most of the metaphors in her cluded in the private collections of forehead for “loser.” Years later, my pieces point to Tarkovsky’s state- notables such as actors William Hurt sorority ran the same sale and I was ment. and Steve Buscemi, learned how to In “Wanderlust,” (see Page 21) paint murals during a trip to Mo- part of what I thought was the “greener NeNeNew WWWaaays to ReacReacys h the A&E StafStafA&E f:f:f: Eldridge merges images of a butter- rocco. Spending one month in India, side” of the situation. I just made a lot Editor: [email protected] [email protected] fly and feet to convey a message of the artist was spiritually awakened of girls green because I got enough [email protected] [email protected] the psyche and soul (butterfly), as during a pilgrimage to search for [email protected] [email protected] The Cinderella Principle: Is flowers to make up for high school. [email protected] [email protected] well as a spiritual connection with black madonnas, which took her to it worth shattering the myth? So, as you can tell, the success of the earth (feet). crypts, churches and other extraordi- [email protected] [email protected] Continued on Page 21 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK