Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, March 15, 2012 OUR 122nd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 11-2012 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS CenCom Taking 9-1-1 Calls As County Looks to Assume Dispatch By LAUREN S. BARR Clark, Mountainside, Springfield and of the dispatch duties. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Summit. CenCom also served as a However, two days later Richard AREA – Since CenCom, the medi- coordinating center for the National Donovan, director of Atlantic Ambu- cal 9-1-1 dispatch center for multiple Disaster Medical System for the State lance Corporation, sent a letter to all area rescue squads and paramedic of New Jersey and supplied a mobile of its customers announcing units, announced its impending clo- communications unit for major inci- CenCom’s plans to close, but saying, sure nearly a month ago it is still dents. “At this time no decision has been unknown who will be taking the 9-1- On February 22 Jeff Behm, senior made regarding a vendor or transi- 1 calls in the region. vice-president of MONOC, a hospi- tion date.” Established in 1981, CenCom is tal service corporation which runs a The Union County dispatch center based out of Overlook Medical Cen- dispatch center out of Wall Town- located in Westfield is staffed with ter in Summit and is responsible for ship, sent a letter to the municipali- dispatchers who are certified to handle the dispatching of 18 paramedic units, ties, fire and rescue squads serviced medical calls, and the county is work- Atlantic Air One helicopter, three fire by CenCom announcing that ing on an expansion to be ready to departments and many area rescue CenCom would close within 30 days take on any and all of the Union squads, including Scotch Plains, and that MONOC would assume all County towns currently serviced by CenCom. “We certainly will have the capa- bility,” Union County Public Safety Director Andrew Moran told The Westfield Leader. Mr. Moran said the county expects the expansion of its dispatch center to be complete in approximately one month. He added Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader that Mr. Donovan has “assured” the THE LEADING PLAYER ENTICES… The Leading Player (Taylor Jackson) tries to talk Pippin (Matt Lynn) into an “extraordinary” finale to his life in the Westfield High School Theatre Department’s production of Pippin presented last county that there is no set time line weekend in the school auditorium. See story on page 24. for CenCom’s closure. He also said the county is in nego- tiations with multiple municipalities to take over their dispatching, but Westfield Council Approves that nothing is finalized. The county additionally is putting the infrastruc- ture in place with plans to take over the role of EMS mutual aid coordina- $36.95 Million 2012 Budget tion. By LAUREN S. BARR Councilman Della Fera added that tive was to gut services.” “We want to incorporate those ser- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader while the sewer bills will likely con- Residents will now be charged a vices into our county dispatch,” Mr. WESTFIELD – The Westfield tinue into 2013, the town’s goal is to sewer fee which will bill single and Moran told The Leader. Town Council on Tuesday night have it based on usage and they have multi-family housing units $170 for Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader A CONCLAVE...State Republican leaders jam-packed Echo Lake Country Club While no rescue squad or fire de- unanimously voted to introduce requested the needed information the year; condominium and in Westfield Tuesday evening to hear Bill Palatucci (National Committeeman) partment officials would comment Westfield’s $36.95-million 2012 from New Jersey American Water. townhouses $135 per unit; commer- speak. The votary of several hundred included former a governor, congressmen, on the record as to whether they would municipal budget and finalized ap- Fourth Ward Councilman Jim cial and industrial uses $315 and each legislators and mayors. Pictured, from left to right, are: Sen. Minority Leader be moving their calls to Union County, proval of an ordinance creating a Foerst said the decision to charge apartment unit $100. Bills will be Tom Kean, Jr., Mr. Palatucci, Asm. Minority Leader Jon Bramnick (all three are MONOC or even perhaps one of the sewer fee to bill residents separately. residents a sewer fee was, “not that sent out on or around May 15 and Westfield residents) and Asw. Nancy Munoz of Summit. other private dispatch centers in the Third Ward Councilman Dave Haas tough because the only other alterna- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 state, more than 300 people have was absent from the meeting. joined the Save CenCom cause on “This year’s budget required an Architect Says Decision on Facebook. While the account admin- influx of revenue” and that despite Study Projects Cost of Rink istrator declined to reveal his or her efforts to reduce expenses, “we were name for fear of professional reper- not able to reduce those expenses to Bond Needed by March 27 cussions, that person and other mem- the level of the revenue,” Finance At Oak Ridge at $8.8 Million By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL the district had deteriorated and “really bers of the EMS community have Committee Chairman Sam Della Fera By PAUL J. PEYTON offset the cost of construction.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Specially Written for The Westfield Leader require attention now.” He also stated CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 said. Unlike Warinanco, which is a five- WESTFIELD – A discussion regard- that “construction costs remain favor- COUNTY – The first estimate for month facility open from October to ing the possibility of a $13,600,000 able due to the current depressed state a skating center at Oak Ridge Park in March, the Oak Ridge rink would be district-wide roof replacement project of the industry.” Mirabella Supports WF Clark, which would replace the a year-round, two-sheet facility. was held Tuesday evening at the He also explained to the audience Warinanco Skating Center in Eliza- Warinanco has one ice surface. Westfield Board of Education (BOE) that based upon information received beth, would cost $8.8 million, ac- “A threat that faces the building of meeting. from the district’s bond counsel for a Decision on Central Light cording to a copy of a feasibility the facility is keeping construction George Duthie, an architect with 20-year bond term it would cost the By PAUL J. PEYTON dents have attended meetings to sup- study recently completed for Union costs in line due to having all-union Fraytak, Veisz, Hopkins and Duthie average Westfield household $90 per Specially Written for The Westfield Leader port the relocation of the signal, “sim- County and obtained by The Westfield labor construction projects. Due to (FVHD), spoke regarding the proposed year. This was based on an assessed COUNTY — Union County Free- ply because it is very, very unsafe.” In Leader. economic climates, construction costs project. According to Mr. Duthie, “be- home of $182,000. holder Chairman Al Mirabella declined addition, she said a petition was pre- The report indicates, however, that could increase dramatically with steel cause of the magnitude of the work, the Mr. Duthie further explained that last Thursday to intervene in the con- sented to Westfield with 120 signatures the cost of labor, steel and other fac- pricing and the rising cost of fuel and most feasible way to fund the project is there would be energy savings “due to troversy over installation of a HAWK of residents seeking relocation of the tors could cause that number to jump. electric,” Rink Management reported. through a bond issue.” He reported that the improved roof insulation and is designed mid-block pedestrian cross- signal. “Please, take care of the people In addition, the cost of financing was The report also said implementing a if the district wanted to have the project expected to result in a savings of at least ing signal on Central Avenue in who live there,” she told the freehold- not factored, although construction “green” energy efficient building done in the summer of 2013 then the $300,000 per year.} Westfield. His comments followed ers. management was estimated. Rink could increase costs to implement board needed to approve the project no It was then reported that the new pleas by a retired Westfield police of- In other business, Union County Management of Mechanicsville, Va., such technology as well as mainte- later than March 27, 2012. This, he roofs would then allow the district to ficer and resident who asked the county Manager Al Faella announced that he which performed the study, stated nance, although energy costs would explained, would give the needed time start a solar power project to potentially to replace the HAWK signal with a expects to unveil his executive budget that the new Oak Ridge skating cen- be reduced. to have the referendum done by Sep- save between $654,000 to $981,000 standard traffic signal at the intersec- on Thursday, April 5. “But that is not ter would service a 10-mile area that In addition, the report states that tember so that bidding could be com- over the next 15 years. This Mr. Duthie tion of Central and Clover Street. etched in stone,” Mr. Faella said. would “produce enough revenue to CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 pleted by late winter/early spring of noted was based on “current market Freeholder Mirabella responded that Freeholder Dan Sullivan, chairman 2013 and construction could begin by conditions.” the county “has always deferred to the of the board’s fiscal affairs committee, the summer. Under this timeline he At the end of the presentation, board municipalities in a joint construction” said the county is in “very serious ne- said the project could completed by member Jane Clancy gave a report on project. “And it was their responsibility gotiations with our unions” as part of August 2013. the condition of the Edison Intermedi- thereafter to maintain the light.” He behind-the-scenes deliberations on the Mr. Duthie explained that approxi- ate School field stating that adding $1.5 said the Central Avenue light was a 2012 county budget. He said there also mately 80 to 85 percent of the roofs in CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 joint project with Westfield that dates have been reductions in the other ex- back five years. pense line items for all county depart- “We agreed that was the right place CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 to put it. I support the Westfield resolu- tion they passed on February 14,” Free- WFPD St. Patrick’s holder Mirabella said. “I am not in favor of moving the light to the corner. Day DWI Check Points I think it is safe where it is. And that’s WESTFIELD – The police depart- my personal opinion, although I appre- ment will increase its Driving While ciate your comments.” Intoxicated (DWI) enforcement ef- Greg Kasko, a retired Westfield po- forts on Saint Patrick’s Day, Satur- lice officer, had asked the county to day, March 17. The increased en- follow the recommendations of a re- forcement will include additional port from Pennoni Associates, which police patrols and a DWI Checkpoint

recommended that a standard light be during the late evening and early Courtesy of Gene Jannotti placed at the corner of Central and morning hours. FIFTY YEARS IN BUSINESS...Over 500 guests attended the 50-year business Clover. The DWI Checkpoint is being con- celebration of The Westwood banquet hall in Garwood Friday night. The family- “...It is incumbent on the part of this sidered for one or more of the follow- owned business founder said he first thought of making it a bowling alley. The county to abide by the recommenda- ing locations: Central Avenue, East family members pictured, left to right, are: Tom and Cindy Williams; Joe, tion of their own experts,” Mr. Kasko Broad Street, North Avenue, South Roseann, John and Suellen Scalzadonna. said, saying the freeholders should “not Avenue and Springfield Avenue. get caught up in the petty political” “Whether you are celebrating Saint PAGE INDEX decision made by Westfield Mayor Patrick’s Day by meeting friends at a Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9, 21-22 Andy Skibitsky and the town council. local restaurant or bar or attending a Editorial ...... 4-5, 21 Sports ...... 13-20 The HAWK light is located in front local parade, you shouldn’t drink and Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 13-21 Brooks Crandall for The Westfield Leader IRISH TRADITION...Bagpipers entertain the crowd that line Morris Avenue in of the Central Avenue home of Edina drive, ” Westfield Police Captain Community .... 6-8, 10-11 Classifieds ..... 21 Union on Saturday at the 16th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Enculescu. She said some 20 area resi- David Wayman stated. Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 22-24

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Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader LEARNING EXPERIENCE…Cub Scouts from McKinley School in Westfield GOOD READ...Bruce Paterson of Garwood shows the Whitney Houston funeral visit The Westfield Leader office to learn about how a newspaper is made in order article in The Westfield Leader to the wild horses on Assateague Island, Maryland. to fulfill a badge requirement. A good time was had by all…can’t you tell? READ ON...Mark LoGrippo, councilman for Westfield’s Third Ward, reads to students of Holy Trinity Interparochial School, Mountainside campus, as part of their Read Across America Read-A-Thon. The students are attempting to read Garwood Tax Levy to Rise 5,000 books this month and are enjoying having guest readers each week as well Westfield Board of Ed. as reading at home and in the classroom. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 3.5 Percent in 2012 million to the bond would improve the of the roofs. Union County also re- By MICHAEL POLLACK money the borough spends in funding the field and could fund a turf field. She jected Westfield in its solar program. CF Police Chief Addresses Specially Written for The Westfield Leader library. “They had previously only given noted that a report originally done in A brief presentation was also given GARWOOD – The Garwood Borough us $38,000, so we’re raising it to be the 2010 stated that the field needed work by Acting Business Administration Council unanimously introduced a $7.16- actual cost. So, in essence, we are not because of its “continuous use.” She Vincent Yaniro regarding the athletic Audiotape Controversy million budget on Tuesday that manages supplementing the library,” Ms. Todisco stated that because of budget restric- and transportation portion of the 2012- By FRED T. ROSSI basis. to stay within the state-mandated 2-per- said. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader “Although we are increasing the fee, tions this report has been “put on the 2013 school budget. According Mr. Commissioner Lisa Adubato Nesi cent ceiling, but results in a $105 munici- back burner.” She also noted that a turf Yaniro, 1.2 percent of the total 2012- CRANFORD – Two weeks after said the search for a new police pal increase per household. the library has run surpluses year after The borough’s tax levy – the amount year,” she said. “They can afford to pay field could sustain “continuous play.” 2013 budget is dedicated to 31 sports the surfacing of an 8-year-old chief is underway, with letters of to be collected through taxation – will be what their actual fees are. Not a penny Mr. Duthie did note that the $1.5 and 73 teams within the district. He Internet audiotape in which he ut- intent having been sent to qualified $5.415 million, a 3.5-percent jump from more or less.” million needed for the turf field would also noted that a girls’ golf team was tered an off-color joke in a tele- lieutenants and captains within the last year’s $5.23-million levy. The in- Mr. Mathieu, the mayor’s representa- be an addition to the $13,600,000 bond. just added to the district and that 40 phone conversation with his son, police department seeking their in- crease will result in a $105 spike in the tive to the library, said, “The sentiment in Board member Ann Cary stated her percent of the student population par- township Police Chief Eric Mason terest in the position. She said ap- municipal portion of property taxes for the room [at a recent library board of concern for the swift decision making ticipates in sports programs. said on Tuesday those comments plication packages had been sent to homes assessed at $100,000; the average trustees’ meeting] was ‘how much are we for the bond by only giving people a He concluded by saying that 2.9 were “not indicative of the career I the four individuals who replied in Garwood home is assessed at $103,000. giving back?’ People were very open. They understand they’re custodians of two-week time frame to make a deci- percent of the budget represented the have had or the person that I am.” the affirmative. Those packages will Responding to a question by Bruce sion. She also thought the district should transportation portion of the budget. He said he regretted if anyone had be completed and returned to the Paterson, Councilman Jim Mathieu sum- taxpayer money, and they wanted to give marized that the budget “was below the it back...They were willing to return the reach out to the state to let them know “We contract all of our bus routes. The been offended by his remarks and township committee, which will statutory requirements of the misnamed money, but according to state law, they how the roofs are in such disrepair. district does not own any buses,” he lamented that a tape of “a private then schedule personal interviews 2-percent cap. The actual tax increase, were not allowed to.” “It’s not like we need the money for said. conversation” had been “exploited” with the candidates. Ms. Adubato using math, is 3.5 percent.” A true 2- Ms. Todisco agreed, saying, “The li- a program that we want. It’s a need for The next Board of Education meet- by someone in order to “divide the Nesi said the committee would be percent tax-levy spike would have re- brary seemed very willing to give back; the safety and well-being of our stu- ing is scheduled for this Tuesday, community and to embarrass me.” assisted by a non-Union County sulted in a jump of $108,000, he said; this they see the burden and want to help us. dents and school community,” she March 20. The public hearing on the The audiotape was made public police chief who will provide con- year’s levy rose $190,000. So we really appreciate the library look- said. district budget is set for the Tuesday, by an anonymous poster on the sulting advice during the search pro- After the meeting, Mr. Mathieu told ing at this.” In regards to the fire-prevention de- Board President Richard Mattessich March 27 meeting. There will no YouTube website the day after the cess. The Westfield Leader that the main “bud- agreed and noted that for the last two public vote on the budget as the school announcement of Mr. Mason’s el- At the beginning of its 75-minute get buster” was healthcare increases for partment, the finance committee has rec- all public workers. Healthcare costs rose ommended to reduce the department’s years the district has tried to take ad- election has been moved to Novem- evation to township administrator meeting, the committee approved 11 percent to $890,000, “and this was appropriations to its 2011 level of vantage of solar power programs, but ber and only school budgets that ex- after eight years heading the police an ordinance raising the height limi- after larger employee contributions,” Mr. $26,000. The department will keep its could not do so because of the roof ceed the state’s 2 percent cap will department. On the tape, Mr. Ma- tation on residences in the R-1 Mathieu noted. reserve and can spend that on vehicle conditions. He noted that twice the appear on the ballot. Westfield offi- son is heard in a telephone conver- through R-7 zones from 30 feet to Finance Chairwoman Sara Todisco repairs, for example. district has tried to find companies to cials have said the district is within sation with his son shortly after Mr. 32 feet. This change, said Commis- formally unveiled the budget telling The The budget process will undergo a public bid on the project and failed because the cap. Mason was named Cranford’s first sioner Campbell, will allow houses Leader that most importantly, the budget hearing at the Tuesday, April 10 meeting. African-American police chief in to be built up to that height without will keep all services at their present During the workshop session that pre- ceded the regular agenda meeting, Mayor 2003. He jokes to his son that his the need to secure a variance. levels. day was going well because he Briefly addressing the latest news “Where it allowed, we also increased Pat Quattrocchi said the borough is con- Westfield Council funding for recreation, by $2,000, as well sidering a measure to “outsource” its “didn’t have to kill any white regarding the Birchwood Avenue as for seniors,” she said. “HUD (The crossing guards; she said the matter was CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 people.” development, Township Attorney Department of Housing and Urban De- forwarded to the Police Committee. payments will be due July 1. The fee is $10,000 on utility expenses. Mr. Mason’s comments at Phil Morin said the township must velopment) cut certain programs dramati- Councilman Keith Sluka clarified, say- expected to generate over $1.3 million The average assessed home of Tuesday’s township committee take several actions to comply with cally, and we had to supplement their ing, “The issue wasn’t outsourcing the to offset the town’s $3,548,584 bill $182,300 will see an increase of $79 in meeting were met with applause a judge’s December order allowing budget to keep the senior programs in- crossing guards. The issue was trying to from the Rahway Valley Sewerage their tax bill. from the dozen or so residents in work at the site to go forward. He tact.” eliminate paying unemployment insur- Authority (RVSA), a nearly $250,000 Resident Jeff Bash told the council attendance, as well as from the five said the planning board will dis- Mr. Mathieu noted that Rahway Val- ance (UI) for seasonal workers.” increase over last year. that he felt the sewer fee was unfair as township committee members. cuss at its Wednesday, April 4 meet- ley Sewerage Authority charges, which Mr. Mathieu said it was “scandalous” to file for UI benefits when working a During the presentation of the bud- it is not based on usage. He also said he Commissioner Kevin Campbell said ing proposed changes to the have crippled other neighboring towns, get via PowerPoint, Mayor Andy thought it was unfair to senior citizens were dropping $65,000, to $435,000. seasonal job. He deemed it a type of he was “proud to serve” with Mr. township’s master plan to allow “I’m ecstatic about that number,” he “corruption, government waste and abuse Skibitsky said, “We really don’t have a who are on fixed incomes, and that by Mason, while Mayor David multi-family affordable housing at said. that drives people nuts.” Later, he called spending problem here in Westfield, removing it from the property tax bill Robinson delivered a defense of the Birchwood Avenue site. And Through the budget process, it “offensive” that all 11 guards file. but we do have a revenue problem.” residents will no longer be able to Mr. Mason’s appointment and of the township committee, he said, Garwood’s finance team approached the The mayor said the committee would Town Administrator Jim Gildea de- deduct it on their tax returns. Mr. Mason himself. The mayor, will be required to pass an ordi- fire-prevention department and library, look into the matter but told Mr. Mathieu livered the budget presentation. He said Maureen Kehoe told the council that noting that the township committee nance to formalize such a designa- requesting that they return unused re- that “as the law is written, they are en- the town would raise $24.9 million in she is, “philosophically opposed to tack- had investigated the audiotape eight tion. Once those moves are made, serves to the taxpayers by providing these titled to it.” tax revenue and $16.2 million in other ing on a fee that is essentially a tax.” years ago, said he did not believe it the township will then certify to the funds as revenues for the municipality, In other news, the Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Saturday, March 31, at revenue to support the budget, as well She said that more people are telling was anything more than a “mis- court that it is in compliance with Ms. Todisco said in her report. She as $3 million in state aid and $1.575 her that they are selling their homes, or thanked both departments for their con- the Little League field. guided joke.” Mr. Mason, he de- the judge’s order. Then, Mr. Morin sideration despite the fire-prevention de- The Garwood P.B.A. Local 117 will million in reserve for uncollected taxes. planning to, because of the property tax clared, “is the right person for the said, the municipal government can partment declining the offer, to return present “Help for Greg” on Thursday, The tax levy came in under the state’s burden. job” of township administrator. formally file an appeal of the judge’s $3,800, and the library being legally un- May 10, at The Westwood banquet hall. required 2 percent cap. The total amount Mayor Skibitsky told the public that In other business, the committee order. able to do so. Marine Cpl. Greg Caron, a friend of the town is collecting in taxes is down the average tax bill in Westfield is announced that Government Strat- In other matters, some further She noted that it was “unclear” if the Local 117, was seriously injured by an due to successful tax appeals and be- $14,000 and that only $2,400 of that egy Group, a private consulting discussion of the proposed 2012 library had the power to donate its excess improvised explosive device (IED) while cause the collection rate is at 98 per- goes to the municipal government, firm, has been hired as the municipal budget will delay its in- of $28,000 back to the borough. Mr. serving in Afghanistan. He lost both of cent, where it used to be 99 percent. while the remainder goes to the county township’s chief financial officer troduction until Tuesday, March 27. Mathieu said that by law, until the library his legs, a finger and broke his collar- bone. The P.B.A. is hosting a benefit to In addition to the sewer fee, the town and school board. for the remainder of the year. The Deputy Mayor Andis Kalnins said reaches $46,000 in excess funds, it is not anticipates $608,000 in revenue from The full budget and PowerPoint pre- deemed to have a “true surplus” that can assist the Caron family during this time. firm will be paid $100,800 through the township committee had gone be returned to the municipality. Some of the proceeds will help alleviate municipal court collections, $1,776,000 sentation will be available on the town’s December, according to Mr. Ma- through the budget “line by line” Therefore, the finance committee de- the cost of his day-to-day bills and go in parking fees, $800,000 from the website www.westfieldnj.gov. son, who is acting administrator on Monday night, but still had some cided to increase the library’s in-kind towards installing a handicap ramp at his building department, $467,000 in mis- In other business, the council ap- until the end of May, when he will items that needed to be looked at. fees by $8,000, to $46,000; the $46,000 home. To learn more, e-mail cellaneous fees, $410,625 for cable proved a resolution authorizing the retire from the police department Later in the meeting, Democratic figure represents the actual amount of [email protected]. franchising, $347,840 in interest and mayor to sign the police union con- prior to assuming the Commissioner Edward O’Malley $552,149 from the regional health de- tract. The details of the contract will be administrator’s duties on a full-time said the township’s 2011 audit partment. made public following its ratification showed a larger-than-anticipated Salaries and wages total $15.7 mil- by the union and signing by the mayor. surplus at year’s end of $2 million. Union County Freeholders lion for 2012, which is down just over The council also approved the Down- He called it a “stunning turnaround 1 percent from last year, and brings town Westfield Corporation’s $409,605 CenCom in the town’s fiscal health” from a CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the line item to the same level it was budget for 2012. The budget calls for CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ments. “But we’re still not at the num- family courtrooms will be included. year earlier, when the 2011 town- in 2005. Operations expenses and $169,832 in salaries and wages and ship committee, newly controlled bers that we want to get to yet,” Mr. Summit Councilmen David debt service are up 4.77 percent and $239,773 in “other expenses.” been critical of MONOC’s dispatch- Sullivan said. Bomgaars, Patrick Hurley and Robert ing, saying that calls at CenCom by Democrats, faced what Mr. 2.7 percent, respectively. The town’s At the end of the meeting the coun- O’Malley said was a deficit. Mr. Faella said the county efficiency Rubino continued to ask the freehold- expenses for the pension systems for cil went into closed session to dis- are dispatched in an average of 15 task force that he created last year is ers to look for ways to bring down the seconds, whereas MONOC takes Mayor Robinson, a Republican public employees and firefighters de- cuss “police chief recruitment” fol- who was a commissioner on the continuing to review department ex- county taxes in Summit. They said the creased by $462,094 from 2011, and lowing the recent announcement of up to two minutes. penses to reduce county expenses. city pays $29 million in county taxes, Save CenCom also raised con- GOP-controlled committee in 2010, through a cooperative buying pro- Police Chief John Parizeau’s retire- took exception to Mr. O’Malley’s Some $800,000 in savings has already amounting to 10 percent of the total gram the town was able to save ment. cerns that if the 18 paramedic units been recommended and Mr. Faella said county tax levy. CenCom currently dispatches characterization, calling it “a whole the task force is looking at everything The freeholders collectively said (which are owned and operated by lot of demagoguery” and saying from fuel usage to “how much we pay county tax rates are not set by the different hospitals) go to separate that the audit had found that there on toner to how much we pay on tolls freeholders, but by the Board of Taxa- dispatch centers, patient care may had not been a deficit at the start of and E-ZPass.” tion and are based on property values, Oak Ridge Ice Rink be delayed and compromised if 2011, but rather a surplus of $543,000. In other business, the board adopted not total population, as part of the state’s CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 multiple phone calls need to be two ordinances on second reading re- equalization formula. They said Sum- the county is reviewing regulations location makes this project feasible, made when Advanced Life Support garding the financing of the $45-mil- mit had some residents housed in the that might require the skating center to but many steps would have to be taken (ALS) is needed. lion, 78,000-square-foot family court county jail in 2012 and the city also be located “where the sides of the to assure maximum revenue realiza- A rumor also has been circulat- building to be constructed at 10 Cherry takes advantage of the sheriff’s mu- building will need to be able to open to tion. Marketing, advertising, promo- ing in the EMS community that Street in Elizabeth. The county has said nicipal transport program for munici- create pavilions in the park.” tions, program mix, quality programs, Atlantic was either looking to, or the structure was necessary as a solu- pal prisoners to the county jail for pro- “If this is required due to open space the correct staff, and good manage- had already, struck a deal with tion to state fire-code violations in the cessing. In addition, they said Summit laws, this will add additional costs and ment all play together to make a great MONOC to essentially trade the tower of the Union County Courthouse. benefited from preservation of the operating challenges for the ice rinks facility,” according to the report. CenCom dispatch center for The payments will be $1.8 million former 63-acre American Water prop- during the spring and summer,” ac- Rink Management estimates that MONOC’s medevac helicopter. beginning in 2013 and continue for 11 erty for $9 million and a 5.3-acre prop- cording to the report. annual operational costs would run in NorthStar and SouthStar medevac years during which time they will erty on Glenside Avenue for $4 mil- County officials have said the cen- the $1.7-million range, $717,000 of helicopters, owned by the State of increase as more principal on the debt lion, both paid out of the Union County ter would be part of a master plan to which would be payroll, with rev- New Jersey and piloted by the State is added into the payments. The bonds Open Space, Recreation and Historic redevelop Oak Ridge as both a passive enues around $2.1 million. The report Police, serve as the primary emer- are payable over 30 years. Trust Fund. and active park. Oak Ridge had been indicates that shutting one of the sheets gency medevac helicopters for most Garwood resident Bruce Paterson In other business, Freeholder a county golf course before being of ice during the off-peak time from portions of the state, but Atlantic called the amount of money being spent Mirabella said the second installment of closed in 2009 after posting a $400,000 April through July could increase prof- and MONOC do provide emergency “extravagant” and the project a “boon- the Union County Means Business net- deficit. its by $100,000. air transport if the state helicopter doggle.” He also questioned the effi- working business series attracted 250 Rink Management envisions that Rink Management reported that it is unavailable and answer as the ciency of the construction. represewenntatives of business and gov- construction on a new rink would take reached out to the seven high schools primary helicopter in certain areas. In addition to construction costs, Mr. ernment. Assemblymen Joseph Cryan 10 months to complete. The report and two hockey organizations that uti- The private helicopters also pro- Sullivan said the $45 million would (D-20, Union) and Jon Bramnick (R- also projects that the facility could lize Warinanco. Westfield, Scotch vide patient transports from one include demolition of the existing build- 21, Westfield) were among those who operate at a $400,000 to $500,000 Plains-Fanwood, Arthur Johnson in hospital to another. Overlook’s ap- ing and financing cost. Officials said spoke. James Hughes of the Edward J. annual profit by taking advantage of Clark, Cranford, Jonathan Dayton in plication to install a helipad at its the building also would house the of- Bloustein School of Planning and Pub- holding special events such as adult Springfield, Governor Livingston in facility was rejected by the Summit fices of the Union County Improve- lic Policy at Rutgers University and Carl hockey, public skating and birthday Berkeley Heights and Summit all use Planning Board in 2010. Both com- ment Authority, which were located in Van Horn of the John J. Heldrich Center parties, restaurant services, private the Elizabeth rink. According to the panies also provide basic life sup- the current building on the site, as well for Workforce Development at Rutgers events and pro shop rental. The center report, the high schools indicated they port ambulance services for both as offices for sheriff’s officers. also gave a presentation. also would be home to seven high- would look to increase ice time in the 911 and inter-hospital transport. EXCELLENT JOB...Westfield Recre- ation Director Bruce Kaufmann was According to the county’s website, Freeholder Mirabella said Westfield school hockey teams that currently new center. They also said the pro- Repeated phone calls to Mr. awarded a plaque for “administrative 71 percent of the building would be Mayor Andrew Skibitsky, who is em- use Warinanco, as well as youth spring posed location is closer to their schools Donovan and Atlantic Health excellence” by the New Jersey Recre- operated by the courts, 24 percent by ployed at Merck, which hosted the leagues and summer camps. than Warinanco and, thus, would re- System’s public relations depart- ation and Park Association at the rec- the county and 4 percent by the Union event, introduced him to senior Merck “Any facility’s success is very de- duce travel time and allow practices to ment were not returned as of press reation convention held March 6-7 in County Improvement Authority. Six employees he works with. pendent on a myriad of factors. The start earlier and go later. time. Atlantic City. See story on page 2. Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, March 15, 2012 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 53rd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 11-2012 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS SP, FW Mayors Say Merger Likely A Long Time Away By MICHAEL J. POLLACK Conversely, her Fanwood counter- and cons of consolidation. Poten- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times part, Colleen Mahr, recently told The tially in the fall of 2013, a referen- REGION – While the mayors of Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that dum would appear on voter ballots, Scotch Plains and Fanwood are dis- she has “heard the cry to continue on asking residents to decide the full cussing a merger of the towns’ police with merging police departments” merger’s fate. departments, a citizens group is con- but has “not heard the cry to consoli- Lisa Ryan, public information of- currently pursuing a study that could date the two towns.” ficer for the DCA, confirmed that the lead to a complete consolidation of Acting independently, Courage to LFB would consider the Scotch the two municipalities. Connect has sent an application to Plains-Fanwood application at an In a letter published March 1, the state Division of Local Govern- upcoming meeting. Scotch Plains Mayor Nancy Malool ment Services and is submitting pa- “As such, we cannot comment [fur- said she wishes to approach the pos- perwork to the Department of Com- ther], as the LFB and DCA’s Division sibility of a police merger and a full munity Affairs’ (DCA) Local Finance of Local Government Services will municipal consolidation, which she Board (LFB). If approval was granted, be required to be a neutral regulator,” called “the wave of the future,” si- a study commission would be formed she said. multaneously. and tasked with weighing the pros Scotch Plains resident Fred Lange was inspired to advance the idea after hearing Courage to Connect Executive Director Gina Genovese speak at his church. Going door-to- door to gauge the public’s interest, Mr. Lange said about 97 percent of Scotch Plains residents he spoke with favored pursuing a consolidation study, while 92 percent of Fanwood respondents felt similarly. He said he collected 1,014 valid Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times signatures. Many told him a study IRISH DANCE...A young lady performs an Irish step dance at the St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser in Fanwood on Saturday was “long overdue” and were in fa- to benefit Fanwood and Scotch Plains Little League programs. vor of “anything to reduce taxes.” Those who declined to sign cited a potential loss of municipal identity, a factor Courage to Connect disputes, CenCom Taking 9-1-1 Calls As as a primary factor. “[Ms. Genovese] emphasized the fact that the [merging] communities do not lose their identity,” he said. County Looks to Assume Dispatch “Fanwood would still have Fanny By LAUREN S. BARR tal service corporation which runs a has “assured” the county that there is Wood Day and opportunities for its Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times dispatch center out of Wall Town- no set time line for CenCom’s clo- own celebrations.” AREA – Since CenCom, the medi- ship, sent a letter to the municipali- sure. Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times IRISH FOR A DAY...Union County Freeholder Al Mirabella, center, and Jimmy A previous shared-services study cal 9-1-1 dispatch center for multiple ties, fire and rescue squads serviced He also said the county is in nego- Marvosa get a beer from Flannery’s Pub’s Stephanie Kidd and Colleen Anderson administered by the two communi- area rescue squads and paramedic by CenCom announcing that tiations with multiple municipalities at the St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser in Fanwood on Saturday to benefit Fanwood ties arrived at a savings of $2 million, units, announced its impending clo- CenCom would close within 30 days to take over their dispatching, but and Scotch Plains Little League programs. “and we think we can save more than sure nearly a month ago it is still and that MONOC would assume all that nothing is finalized. The county that by actually combining the two unknown who will be taking the 9-1- of the dispatch duties. additionally is putting the infrastruc- municipalities,” Mr. Lange said. 1 calls in the region. However, two days later Richard ture in place with plans to take over Study Projects Cost of Rink Mayor Malool has said even if a Established in 1981, CenCom is Donovan, director of Atlantic Ambu- the role of EMS mutual aid coordina- merger of the two towns cut the mu- based out of Overlook Medical Cen- lance Corporation, sent a letter to all tion. nicipal portion of tax bills in half it ter in Summit and is responsible for of its customers announcing “We want to incorporate those ser- At Oak Ridge at $8.8 Million would only save about $900 a year the dispatching of 18 paramedic units, CenCom’s plans to close, but saying, vices into our county dispatch,” Mr. By PAUL J. PEYTON Warinanco has one ice surface. for the average taxpayer in the two Atlantic Air One helicopter, three fire “At this time no decision has been Moran told The Times. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times “A threat that faces the building of towns. departments and many area rescue made regarding a vendor or transi- While no rescue squad or fire de- COUNTY – The first estimate for the facility is keeping construction Clerks in both Scotch Plains and squads, including Scotch Plains, tion date.” partment officials would comment a skating center at Oak Ridge Park in costs in line due to having all-union Fanwood found fault with Courage Clark, Mountainside, Springfield and The Union County dispatch center on the record as to whether they would Clark, which would replace the labor construction projects. Due to to Connect’s petition effort; Scotch Summit. CenCom also served as a located in Westfield is staffed with be moving their calls to Union County, Warinanco Skating Center in Eliza- economic climates, construction costs Plains’ clerk said the minimum num- coordinating center for the National dispatchers who are certified to handle MONOC or even perhaps one of the beth, would cost $8.8 million, ac- could increase dramatically with steel ber of signatures had not been Disaster Medical System for the State medical calls, and the county is work- other private dispatch centers in the cording to a copy of a feasibility pricing and the rising cost of fuel and achieved, and Fanwood’s clerk be- of New Jersey and supplied a mobile ing on an expansion to be ready to state, more than 300 people have study recently completed for Union electric,” Rink Management reported. lieved that the petition was “mislead- communications unit for major inci- take on any and all of the Union joined the Save CenCom cause on County and obtained by The Scotch The report also said implementing a ing.” dents. County towns currently serviced by Facebook. While the account admin- Plains-Fanwood Times. “green” energy efficient building Mayor Malool said Courage to On February 22 Jeff Behm, senior CenCom. istrator declined to reveal his or her The report indicates, however, that could increase costs to implement CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 vice-president of MONOC, a hospi- “We certainly will have the capa- name for fear of professional reper- the cost of labor, steel and other fac- such technology as well as mainte- bility,” Union County Public Safety cussions, that person and other mem- tors could cause that number to jump. nance, although energy costs would Director Andrew Moran told The bers of the EMS community have In addition, the cost of financing was be reduced. Mirabella Supports WF Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times. Mr. been critical of MONOC’s dispatch- not factored, although construction In addition, the report states that Moran said the county expects the ing, saying that calls at CenCom are management was estimated. Rink the county is reviewing regulations Decision on Central Light expansion of its dispatch center to be dispatched in an average of 15 sec- Management of Mechanicsville, Va., that might require the skating center complete in approximately one onds, whereas MONOC takes up to which performed the study, stated to be located “where the sides of the By PAUL J. PEYTON tral and Clover. month. He added that Mr. Donovan CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 that the new Oak Ridge skating cen- building will need to be able to open Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times “...It is incumbent on the part of ter would service a 10-mile area that to create pavilions in the park.” COUNTY – Union County Free- this county to abide by the recom- would “produce enough revenue to “If this is required due to open holder Chairman Al Mirabella de- mendation of their own experts,” Mr. offset the cost of construction.” space laws, this will add additional clined last Thursday to intervene in Kasko said, saying the freeholders Unlike Warinanco, which is a five- costs and operating challenges for the controversy over installation of a should “not get caught up in the petty month facility open from October to the ice rinks during the spring and HAWK designed mid-block pedes- political” decision made by Westfield March, the Oak Ridge rink would be summer,” according to the report. trian crossing signal on Central Av- Mayor Andy Skibitsky and the town a year-round, two-sheet facility. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 enue in Westfield. His comments fol- council. lowed pleas by a retired Westfield The HAWK light is located in front police officer and resident who asked of the Central Avenue home of Edina the county to replace the HAWK sig- Enculescu. She said some 20 area nal with a standard traffic signal at CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 the intersection of Central and Clo- ver Street. WFPD St. Patrick’s Freeholder Mirabella responded that the county “has always deferred Day DWI Check Points to the municipalities in a joint con- WESTFIELD – The police depart- struction” project. “And it was their ment will increase its Driving While responsibility thereafter to maintain Intoxicated (DWI) enforcement ef- the light.” He said the Central Avenue forts on Saint Patrick’s Day, Satur- light was a joint project with Westfield day, March 17. The increased en- that dates back five years. forcement will include additional “We agreed that was the right place police patrols and a DWI Checkpoint

to put it. I support the Westfield reso- during the late evening and early Photo courtesy of Shelley Kusnetz lution they passed on February 14,” morning hours. COMING SOON…Scotch Plains Councilman Mickey Marcus, Newmark School Freeholder Mirabella said. “I am not The DWI Checkpoint is being con- student and Scotch Plains resident Andrew Baldwin and Scotch Plains Mayor in favor of moving the light to the sidered for one or more of the follow- Nancy Malool attend the groundbreaking for a state-of-the-art facility at 1000 corner. I think it is safe where it is. ing locations: Central Avenue, East Cellar Avenue in Scotch Plains that will house Newmark School and Newmark And that’s my personal opinion, al- Broad Street, North Avenue, South High School. though I appreciate your comments.” Avenue and Springfield Avenue. PAGE INDEX Greg Kasko, a retired Westfield “Whether you are celebrating Saint police officer, had asked the county Patrick’s Day by meeting friends at a Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9, 21-22 to follow the recommendations of a local restaurant or bar or attending a Editorial ...... 4-5, 21 Sports ...... 13-20 Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times SHAMROCKS GALORE...Brian Walter, owner of Flannery’s Pub, speaks with report from Pennoni Associates, local parade, you shouldn’t drink and Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 13-21 Assemblywoman Linda Stender, center, and Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr at which recommended that a standard drive, ” stated Westfield Police Cap- Community .... 6-8, 10-11 Classifieds ..... 21 the St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser in Fanwood on Saturday. light be placed at the corner of Cen- tain David Wayman. Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 22-24

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Horace Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times A CONCLAVE...State Republican leaders jam-packed Echo Lake Country Club in Westfield Tuesday evening to hear Bill Palatucci (National Committeeman) GOOD READ...Bruce Paterson of Garwood shows the Whitney Houston funeral speak. The votary of several hundred included a former governor, congressmen, Brooks Crandall for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times article in The Westfield Leader to the wild horses on Assateague Island, Md. legislators and mayors. Pictured, from left to right, are: Sen. Minority Leader IRISH TRADITION...Bagpipers entertain the crowd that lined Morris Avenue Tom Kean, Jr., Mr. Palatucci, Asm. Minority Leader Jon Bramnick (all three are in Union on Saturday at the 16th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. CF Police Chief Addresses Westfield residents) and Asw. Nancy Munoz of Summit. Union County Freeholders Audiotape Controversy CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 By FRED T. ROSSI Wednesday, April 4 meeting proposed residents have attended meetings to freeholders, but by the Board of Taxa- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times changes to the township’s master plan support the relocation of the signal, tion and are based on property val- CRANFORD – Two weeks after the to allow multi-family affordable hous- “simply because it is very, very un- ues, not total population, as part of surfacing of an eight-year-old Internet ing at the Birchwood Avenue site. And safe.” In addition, she said a petition the state’s equalization formula. They audiotape in which he uttered an off- the township committee, he said, will was presented to Westfield with 120 said Summit had some residents color joke in a telephone conversation be required to pass an ordinance to signatures of residents seeking relo- housed in the county jail in 2012 and with his son, township police chief Eric formalize such a designation. Once cation of the signal. “Please, take the city also takes advantage of the Mason said on Tuesday those com- those moves are made, the township care of the people who live there,” sheriff’s municipal transport program ments were “not indicative of the ca- will then certify to the court that it is in she told the freeholders. for municipal prisoners to the county reer I have had or the person that I am.” compliance with the judge’s order. In other business, Union County jail for processing. In addition, they He said he regretted if anyone had been Then, Mr. Morin said, the municipal Manager Al Faella announced that he said Summit benefited from preser- offended by his remarks and lamented government can formally file an ap- expects to unveil his executive bud- vation of the former 63-acre Ameri- that a tape of “a private conversation” peal of the judge’s order. get on Thursday, April 5. “But that is can Water property for $9 million had been “exploited” by someone in Later in the meeting, Democratic not etched in stone,” Mr. Faella said. and a 5.3-acre property on Glenside order to “divide the community and to Commissioner Edward O’Malley said Freeholder Dan Sullivan, chairman Avenue for $4 million, both paid out embarrass me.” the township’s 2011 audit showed a of the board’s fiscal affairs commit- of the Union County Open Space, The audiotape was made public by larger-than-anticipated surplus at tee, said the county is in “very serious Recreation and Historic Trust Fund. an anonymous poster on the YouTube year’s end of $2 million. He called it a Brooks Crandall for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times negotiations with our unions” as part In other business, Freeholder website the day after the announce- “stunning turnaround in the town’s FAMILY OUTING…Annie, Nolan and Addison Sector of Maplewood enjoy the of behind-the-scenes deliberations on Mirabella said the second install- ment of Mr. Mason’s elevation to town- fiscal health” from a year earlier, when Union County St. Patrick’s Day Parade last Saturday in Union. the 2012 county budget. He said there ment of the Union County Means ship administrator after eight years the 2011 township committee, newly also have been reductions in the other Business networking business se- heading the police department. On the controlled by Democrats, faced what expense line items for all county de- ries attracted 250 representatives tape, Mr. Mason is heard in a telephone Mr. O’Malley said was a deficit. partments. “But we’re still not at the of business and government. As- conversation with his son shortly after Mayor Robinson, a Republican who SP-Fanwood Merger numbers that we want to get to yet,” semblymen Joseph Cryan (D-20, Mr. Mason was named Cranford’s first was a commissioner on the GOP-con- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mr. Sullivan said. Union) and Jon Bramnick (R-21, African-American police chief in 2003. trolled committee in 2010, took ex- Connect waited until the day after the Like Mayor Malool, Mayor Mahr Mr. Faella said the county effi- Westfield) were among those who He jokes to his son that his day was ception to Mr. O’Malley’s character- 2011 elections to submit its petitions stressed that the finish line is far from ciency task force that he created last spoke. James Hughes of the Ed- going well because he “didn’t have to ization, calling it “a whole lot of dema- to the township, but predicated its being visible. year is continuing to review depart- ward J. Bloustein School of Plan- kill any white people.” goguery” and saying that the audit had number of minimum signatures on “The wheels of government tend ment expenses to reduce county ex- ning and Public Policy at Rutgers Mr. Mason’s comments at Tuesday’s found that there had not been a deficit the 2010 election, which had a smaller to move very slowly,” she said. “The penses. Some $800,000 in savings University and Carl Van Horn of township committee meeting were met at the start of 2011, but rather a surplus turnout. Local Finance Board has not set a has already been recommended and the John J. Heldrich Center for with applause from the dozen or so of $543,000. “They were short in Scotch date to meet and even discuss it. That’s Mr. Faella said the task force is look- Workforce Development at Rutgers residents in attendance, as well as from Plains,” Mayor Malool said. “Some number one. Number two: if they do ing at everything from fuel usage to also gave a presentation. the five township committee members. signatures were invalidated because get the authorization to create a study “how much we pay on toner to how Freeholder Mirabella said Commissioner Kevin Campbell said they were either not registered or committee, there is the question of much we pay on tolls and E-ZPass.” Westfield Mayor Andrew Skibitsky, he was “proud to serve” with Mr. Ma- Ice Rink names were unclear.” The mayor who is funding this study and how In other business, the board who is employed at Merck, which son, while Mayor David Robinson de- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 said an agency will look at the num- long it would take.” adopted two ordinances on second hosted the event, introduced him to livered a defense of Mr. Mason’s ap- County officials have said the cen- bers submitted to the Local Finance Courage to Connect Executive Di- reading regarding the financing of senior Merck employees he works pointment and of Mr. Mason himself. ter would be part of a master plan to Board and write back to the town- rector Gina Genovese said it would the $45-million, 78,000-square-foot with. The mayor, noting that the township redevelop Oak Ridge as both a pas- ship clerks; the agency, which might take Scotch Plains and Fanwood six family court building to be con- committee had investigated the audio- sive and active park. Oak Ridge had involve the attorney general’s of- to nine months to change the name. structed at 10 Cherry Street in Eliza- tape eight years ago, said he did not been a county golf course before be- fice, could either ignore the discrep- She said consolidation could be 18 beth. The county has said the struc- believe it was anything more than a ing closed in 2009 after posting a ancy or tell Courage to Connect to months away from completion. ture was necessary as a solution to CenCon “misguided joke.” Mr. Mason, he de- $400,000 deficit. start over, she said. “I think that for anyone to assume state fire-code violations in the tower CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 clared, “is the right person for the job” Rink Management envisions that Regardless, the mayor emphasized that there would be a consolidation in of the Union County Courthouse. two minutes. of township administrator. construction on a new rink would that the process is “far from happen- the next 18 to 24 months is extremely The payments will be $1.8 million Save CenCom also raised concerns In other business, the committee take 10 months to complete. The re- ing.” misleading and not based on reality,” beginning in 2013 and continue for that if the 18 paramedic units CenCom announced that Government Strategy port also projects that the facility “If they have the proper number of Mayor Mahr responded. 11 years, during which time they will currently dispatches (which are Group, a private consulting firm, has could operate at a $400,000 to $500,000 signatures, and the Local Finance The claim that Courage to Connect increase as more principal on the owned and operated by different hos- been hired as the township’s chief annual profit by taking advantage of Board approves the application, a gathered the approval of 92 percent debt is added into the payments. The pitals) go to separate dispatch cen- financial officer for the remainder of holding special events such as adult study commission is formed,” she of Fanwoodians also frustrates the bonds are payable over 30 years. ters, patient care may be delayed and the year. The firm will be paid $100,800 hockey, public skating, birthday par- said. “Then, Courage to Connect must mayor. Garwood resident Bruce Paterson compromised if multiple phone calls through December, according to Mr. ties, restaurant services, private events figure out how it will fund the study; “I’m so tired of hearing that, to be called the amount of money being need to be made when Advanced Life Mason, who is acting administrator and pro shop rental. The center also they can apply for grants.” honest with you,” she said. “I know spent “extravagant” and the project a Support (ALS) is needed. until the end of May, when he will would be home to seven high-school The study may not recommend that 90 percent of 8,000 people in “boondoggle.” He also questioned A rumor also has been circulating in retire from the police department prior hockey teams that currently use consolidation; if it does, then the Fanwood do not fall into that the efficiency of the construction. the EMS community that Atlantic was to assuming the administrator’s duties Warinanco, as well as youth spring question goes on a November ballot category…I have no idea what he’s In addition to construction costs, either looking to, or had already, struck on a full-time basis. leagues and summer camps. as a referendum. The question, talking about when he says 90 per- Mr. Sullivan said the $45 million a deal with MONOC to essentially Commissioner Lisa Adubato Nesi “Any facility’s success is very de- though, must be completed by Au- cent…90 percent of who? Ninety would include demolition of the ex- trade the CenCom dispatch center for said the search for a new police chief pendent on a myriad of factors. The gust of that year to get on the ballot. percent of what?” isting building and financing cost. MONOC’s medevac helicopter. is underway, with letters of intent hav- location makes this project feasible, Even if the process gets to that point, She also has “yet to meet” a Cour- Officials said the building also would NorthStar and SouthStar medevac ing been sent to qualified lieutenants but many steps would have to be taken both communities have to approve age to Connect representative who house the offices of the Union helicopters, owned by the State of and captains within the police depart- to assure maximum revenue realiza- the measure. lives in Fanwood. County Improvement Authority, New Jersey and piloted by the State ment seeking their interest in the posi- tion. Marketing, advertising, promo- “Just because a study commission Ms. Genovese dismissed talk of which were located in the current Police, serve as the primary emer- tion. She said application packages tions, program mix, quality programs, is formed, it’s so far from consolida- consolidation compromising a building on the site, as well as offices gency medevac helicopters for most had been sent to the four individuals the correct staff, and good manage- tion happening. It’s a long time pe- community’s individuality. for sheriff’s officers. portions of the state, but Atlantic and who replied in the affirmative. Those ment all play together to make a great riod, chronologically, and it’s not a “Fanwood is not going to change one According to the county’s website, MONOC do provide emergency air packages will be completed and re- facility,” according to the report. given that it will ever happen,” Mayor iota,” she said, citing the examples of 71 percent of the building would be transport if the state helicopter is un- turned to the township committee, Rink Management estimates that Malool said. Short Hills and Ocean Grove. The operated by the courts, 24 percent by available and answer as the primary which will then schedule personal in- annual operational costs would run in Her Fanwood counterpart, Mayor latter, which is connected to Neptune the county and 4 percent by the Union helicopter in certain areas. The private terviews with the candidates. Ms. the $1.7-million range, $717,000 of Mahr, said it would be “extremely Township, continues to maintain its County Improvement Authority. Six helicopters also provide patient trans- Adubato Nesi said the committee which would be payroll, with revenues misleading to spin a story that is sort own historical society and building family courtrooms will be included. ports from one hospital to another. would be assisted by a non-Union around $2.1 million. The report indi- of a fait accompli, that this is going to ordinances. Summit Councilmen David Overlook’s application to install a he- County police chief who will provide cates that shutting one of the sheets of happen.” Still, some believe Fanwood is for- Bomgaars, Patrick Hurley and Rob- lipad at its facility was rejected by the consulting advice during the search ice during the off-peak time from April Mayor Mahr said “the reality” is feiting its identity in the midst of a ert Rubino continued to ask the free- Summit Planning Board in 2010. Both process. through July could increase profits by that Fanwood has “voiced serious con- major overhaul. holders to look for ways to bring companies also provide basic life sup- At the beginning of its 75-minute $100,000. cerns” as to how Courage to Connect Brian Walter, a Fanwoodian oper- down the county taxes in Summit. port ambulance services for both 9-1- meeting, the committee approved an Rink Management reported that it gathered its petitions and discussed ating Flannery’s Pub, said, “Fanwood They said the city pays $29 million in 1 and inter-hospital transport. ordinance raising the height limita- reached out to the seven high schools the issue with the public. is about to explode. The things the county taxes, amounting to 10 per- Repeated phone calls to Mr. tion on residences in the R-1 through and two hockey organizations that uti- “We have a paper trail from the mayor has put in place over the last cent of the total county tax levy. Donovan and Atlantic Health R-7 zones from 30 feet to 32 feet. This lize Warinanco. Westfield, Scotch Borough of Fanwood to the local Cour- five or six years are about to pay off The freeholders collectively said System’s public relations department change, said Commissioner Campbell, Plains-Fanwood, Arthur Johnson in age to Connect, outlining concerns big time, and Scotch Plains knows county tax rates are not set by the were not returned as of press time. will allow houses to be built up to that Clark, Cranford, Jonathan Dayton in with how they were doing what they it.” height without the need to secure a Springfield, Governor Livingston in were doing and the significant flaws Steve Goldberg, of Family Inves- variance. Berkeley Heights and Summit all use that we saw that they were operating tors in Fanwood, lives in Scotch Plains. Home Values Have Dropped: Briefly addressing the latest news the Elizabeth rink. According to the under, according to the state statute Currently vice-president of the Scotch regarding the Birchwood Avenue de- report, the high schools indicated they they were trying to use,” she said. Plains Business and Professional As- velopment, township attorney Phil would look to increase ice time in the When asked to handicap the sociation, he said he views the issue as Shouldn’t Property Taxes? Morin said the township must take new center. They also said the pro- chances of a police merger material- a matter of practical math. several actions to comply with a posed location is closer to their schools izing, Mayor Mahr said she predicted To “gut” the study before people SCOTCH PLAINS – Is a property Spector Foerst & Associates and has judge’s December order allowing work than Warinanco and thus would reduce a memorandum of understanding are informed about the process and tax appeal right for you? been assisting families with real es- at the site to go forward. 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Page 2 Thursday, March 15, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Maint. Bld. Addition OK’d; WF League Readies County Cancels MusicFest, Echo Rest. Must Resubmit Plan Field for Opening Day Rhythm & Blues Due to Cuts By DELL SIMEONE building is 10,000 square feet. He said COUNTY — Union County offi- Mr. Mirabella noted while Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times By DELL SIMEONE general income was $13,558 with the Crest professional office would Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times cials announced Friday night the can- MusicFest and Union County Rhythm MOUNTAINSIDE — The occupy 5,086 square feet. Children’s expenses of $11,045. The pool’s in- cellation of Union County MusicFest & Blues by the Brook have been Mountainside Zoning Board of Ad- Specialized Hospital and Charlie WESTFIELD — Dan Duffy, presi- come was $124,397 with expenses of and Rhythm & Blues by the Brook canceled for 2012, these events and justment, last Thursday night, ap- Brown’s Restaurants also occupy dent of the Westfield Baseball League, $27,527. The pool is considered a for 2012 due to budgetary constraints. many other programs will be evalu- proved a conceptual review and site space in the building. The building has told the Westfield Recreation Com- separate utility. “A consensus was reached by the ated on a year-by-year basis. The plan to construct an addition onto an 10,000 square feet of of office space mission on Monday night that the In terms of pool membership rev- freeholder board (on Thursday) fol- freeholder chairman noted the county existing maintenance building and of which Crest will occupy 5,086. Gumbert Park baseball fields will be enue, as of March 12, $90,727 was lowing numerous fiscal committee would continue its exhaustive review retaining wall at Echo Lake Park. The board approved the applica- ready for opening day on Saturday, received in credit card payments, meetings, union negotiations, and de- of all line items and programs to The Union County maintenance tion, with conditions, that the park- April 14. $235,362 was paid by check and partmental meetings. The cuts will achieve continued efficiencies facility at Echo Lake Park is due to ing spaces should be restriped and “At G-1, we had a had a hard time $1,237 was paid in cash. A total of save approximately $1.2 million,” ac- throughout the upcoming weeks be- get a retaining wall and a breeze way, brought up to code. Two hundred getting the machines back there to 3,348 persons have registered for the cording to a press release issued by fore adopting a budget. which will match the color of the fourteen spaces were approved with clean out the property behind the out- pool this year. Mr. Kaufmann also the county’s public information de- The decision on MusicFest follows existing building. The breezeway will 19 handicapped spots. field. We addressed drainage issues by said the first 500 persons (147 fami- partment. a report by the county prosecutor’s attach a wash station to wash equip- An application by Thrilos Realty installing 200 to 250 feet of piping lies) on the list were allowed to pre- “As we’ve continued to put our office that found the 2010 event was ment to the existing building. The (Echo Park Restaurant And Grill), flowing into three wells, eliminating a register. April 12 is the deadline for budget together for 2012, it has be- “poorly executed” and cost the county retaining wall would serve to divert 1079 Route 22, which is on the site of lot of water from right and center to pool registration. come apparent that we need to make $1.1 million to stage. The event also water from the hillside behind the the former Echo Queen Diner, was left fields,” Mr. Duffy told the com- In other business, Mr. Kaufmann programmatic cuts without sacrific- included the Union County Fair. building to the lake and prevent it postponed until a new plan is filed mission. “The contractor has grated said in terms of ongoing pool renova- ing essential services,” Mr. Mirabella MusicFest has been held at Oak Ridge from flowing across the park drive. with the board. Thrios Realty ac- the field level, and we can pitch the tions, “The contractor has removed said. “We are at a crossroads and Park in Clark in September while “This will be accomplished by an quired the site two years ago. back of the field toward the wells.” all the concrete at the pool that is to be must make tough decisions to achieve Rhythm & Blues have been held in underground draining system,” said “The plan will have to be presented “Posts have been sunk for high replaced, and an access pipe has been fiscal stability.” June at Cedar Brook Park in Plainfield. Emily Lancaster Vine of USA Archi- more than 20 days before the next netting near the neighbors house (16 put in between the men’s and tects of Somerville, project designer. meeting. We won’t schedule another feet) and four feet all the way around. women’s rooms.” She further said the area surrounding date until we know what variances are The high netting will be on pulleys, “This contractor, Andy-Matt Inc. North Ave. Among Worst the maintenance building would be being sought. The application will be so it can be taken down after baseball of Mine Hill, is great, and he was grated so as to deter a water build-up. rescheduled,” board attorney Vincent season and stored,” Mr. Duffy added. considerably less in his bid,” he said. The plans were approved. Loughlin said. The next meeting will “We’ve taken measurements for digi- Assistant Recreation Director Dee Roads in N.J. for Pedestrians ASC Mountainside Realty, 1450 be held on Thursday, April 12. tal screening. Each section of fence Kaufmann said 155 persons are al- will be 10 feet wide with a letter that ready registered for the department’s REGION – The stretch of North and 2010, 435 pedestrians were killed Route 22, sought a site plan, change of The American Aluminum Com- Avenue/Route 28 from Front Street on New Jersey’s roadways. While the tenancy and change of use for physi- pany, 230 Sheffield Road, came be- will spell out Westfield.” He said the tennis program. mounds and batter’s boxes would be Bruce Kaufmann said, “There is a to Westfield Avenue in Union County number of pedestrian deaths de- cal therapy services. Victor Battaglia, fore the board for its plan to install is among the most dangerous roads creased in 2010 from 158 fatalities to chief financial officer of Crest Physi- solar panels on the roof of a commer- covered after each game. Mr. Duffy group out working on Memorial Park said the scoreboards will be powered and it looks great, it’s in good shape.” for pedestrians in New Jersey, ac- 139, recently released 2011 data from cal Therapy, said the second floor of cial building, and to install a gas gen- cording to a study by the Tri-State the New Jersey Department of Trans- the building would be used for physi- erator in the side yard of the building, and benches for players will be in- Dee Kaufmann said last year the stalled with shade cover for the dug- commission donated four-pool guest Transportation Campaign, a policy portation, however, shows a slight cal therapy for persons after surgery which requires a bulk variance. Com- watchdog organization. increase in pedestrian fatalities. and would house offices and equip- pany representatives said the panels outs at Gumbert fields two and three. passes as prizes to school-held auc- Mr. Duffy also said that the league tions and will do the same this year. The group reported that six pedes- All listed in the top high-risk roads ment for persons undergoing rehabili- would produce 362 kws, which would trian fatalities were reported along are Route 35 in Middlesex County, tation. Mr. Battaglia said the company be 45 percent of the annual usage and is implementing a program with train- “The persons bidding on them are ing for high school and middle school not members,” she said. the stretch from 2008-2010 with two Route 46 in Morris County and U.S. would operate from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., would be located on the roof. The of those occurring in Westfield along 322/40 (Black Horse Pike) in Atlan- Monday through Friday, with approxi- board approved the application with students to line and ready the fields She also reported that Mr. before the games. Kaufmann was awarded a plaque for with one each in Cranford and Roselle tic County, all with six fatalities each. mately three patients an hour or 19 the condition that a generator only be Park. Overall 40 pedestrians were Route 36 in Monmouth County, White total at any one time. Mr. Battaglia used during business hours. “They will be paid,” he said. “At “administrative excellence” by the the end of the day we’ll give the kids New Jersey Recreation and Park As- killed on Union County roads during Horse Pike/US 30 in Camden County, said Crest often gets patient referrals JMK Auto Sales, 391 Route 22, is the same time frame. Nine of those Route 22 in Somerset County and from podiatrists and other doctors. proposing to construct an extension a real baseball facility. We look for- sociation at the recreation conven- ward to opening day.” tion held March 6-7 in Atlantic City. deaths were along Route 1&9. Route 9 in Ocean County recorded ASC engineer Robert Freud said of stair towers and a vehicular ramp The report found Route 130 five fatalities each. his firm did a parking space analysis to provide roof-top parking. The ap- Recreation Commission Chairman Dimitri Costa of Central Avenue, Jim Marvin said, “It would be good who is a Westfield High School stu- (Burlington Pike) in Burlington County The Campaign said it hopes that in October, and there would be no plication began but time prohibited was the most dangerous road in the this analysis will encourage New physical improvement at the site. The the application to be completed. to know when we are profiting, and dent and a candidate for Eagle Scout, the timing of when the payments asked for the commission to approve state for pedestrians with 10 pedestrian Jersey to renew its commitment to come in.” He also suggested that an- a project at Brightwood Park. The fatalities. Most of those occurred in pedestrian safety. The Campaign other set of e-mail reminders go out project would entail using branches Burlington Township and Delran. US- encourages the Christie Adminis- Mayors Flood Control Panel regarding registration for the small- that had been knocked off trees in the 1 in Middlesex County was also high tration to continue the Pedestrian est children, whose parents might not October snowstorm to line the trail on the list with seven deaths. Safety Initiative and to adequately be familiar with the registration pro- around the lake. “All three of these roads (Routes fund pedestrian and bike infrastruc- To Meet in Union On April 3 cess, so they can still register in April. “This would help to clean up de- 130, 1&9 and 1) are arterials – roads ture programs including Safe UNION — The Mayors Council The April 3rd agenda will include Recreation Director Bruce bris, and make a barrier for the trail,” designed to move vehicles with little Routes to Schools and Safe Streets on Rahway River Watershed Flood an update on the U.S. Army Corps of Kaufmann said that from January to he said. The commission approved regard for the safety of pedestrians or to Transit in the New Jersey De- Control announced its next meeting Engineers hydrology evaluation of March of this year the department’s the project. bicyclists who also use them,” said partment of Transportation’s capi- will be April 3 hosted by Union Town- several priority projects to increase Janna Chernetz, New Jersey advo- tal program. ship Mayor Joe Florio at the Union the storage of floodwaters including cate for the Campaign. “This type of The full report, as well as county fact Township Municipal Building. assessment of the Orange Reservoir N.J. Lawmakers Comment on Passing planning has fatal consequences.” sheets and Google Maps can be found Mayor Florio welcomed the meeting and the South Mountain Reserva- In the three years between 2008 at www.tstc.org/reports/danger12/. in his community as a constructive tion, a review of opportunities in the Of Long-Time Rep. Donald Payne approach on a regional basis to find Lenape Park Retention Basin includ- WASHINGTON, D.C. – New Jer- shared representation of Millburn. solutions to mitigate the impacts of ing changing the spillway, evaluation sey Congressional and state elected He lent gravitas to every cause he Dems Propose 20 Percent river flooding. of both Echo Lake and Nomehegan officials this week remembered Rep. championed, particularly his con- The Mayors Council is made up of Parks, and assessment of the bridges Donald Payne (D-10th) on his pass- cern for the poor, disadvantaged, the mayors of the communities that along the stretch of the river. ing last week from colon cancer. He and oppressed the world over. His Property Tax Credit are in the Rahway River Watershed U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg (D- had served in Congress since 1989, work on AIDS prevention and treat- TRENTON — In response to Gov- leaders have finally come around to including Millburn, Union, Spring- N.J.) and Rep. Leonard Lance (R- replacing Rep. Pete Rodino (D- ment in Africa will be an enduring ernor Chris Christie’s proposal for a the Republican view that New Jersey’s field, Cranford, Winfield Park, 7th) recently announced a $225,000 10th). The statements are as fol- example of the very best America 10 percent income tax cut over the taxpayers deserve help.” Westfield, Rahway, Garwood and federal appropriation to continue the lows: has to offer as a leader in the world. next three years, Assembly Demo- “The relentless efforts by Governor Kenilworth. The organization was Army Corps work on solutions. The “I extend my deepest sympathy to New Jersey’s divestiture of invest- crats have released their own plan to Christie and legislative Republicans founded in October 2011 after the New Jersey State Department of En- the family of Congressman Donald ments in the Sudan, legislation I was provide up to a 20 percent property tax to reduce the tax burden have reached damages from Hurricane Irene to vironmental Protection (NJDEP) is Payne upon his passing. Congress- proud to sponsor with Assembly- relief credit for New Jersey’s middle- the point where we can now debate develop flood control strategies on a the state partner with the Army Corps. man Payne occupies a unique place man Bill Payne, was in part inspired class and lower-income homeowners. which approach is best. For too long, regional basis to mitigate flooding The mayors will also consider rec- in New Jersey history as the state’s by the Congressman’s steadfast com- Assembly Democrats say their plan Trenton has debated which tax to in- and protect area residents. ommendations of the engineers of the first African-American member of mitment to human rights.” State would help 95 percent of New Jersey crease, but now it looks like we’re The meeting comes after the Coun- watershed communities. The engi- Congress. His almost 24-year tenure Senator Tom Kean, Jr. (R-21, homeowners by providing a maximum going to have a serious discussion cil learned of the data that has been neers were hosted last week by Union in the House of Representatives in- Westfield). credit of $2,000 with the average fam- about which tax to reduce. No matter researched on the cost of the damage County Engineer Tom Mineo and cov- cluded service as chair of the Con- “We have lost a true pioneer and a ily set to receive a $1,552 credit. the outcome, taxpayers will win that caused by Irene to individual ered numerous action items including gressional Black Caucus. It has been champion for the working class with “It would affect anybody making argument,” Asm. Bramnick said. homeowners and to municipal and better river maintenance practices and my honor to serve in Congress with the passing of Congressman Payne. up to $250,000. You would be able to school facilities. The cost impact ex- regulatory relief regarding normal Donald Payne and to serve in the He was a gentleman and cared for get 20 percent of your property taxes Routolo Joins Imagine ceeded $50 million. Additional FEMA stream maintenance. New Jersey Legislature with his those he represented in Union County. — up to $10,000 — so that would be (Federal Emergency Management In addition, a resolution will be brother, William Payne.” Rep. Congressman Payne was also a former a maximum of $2,000 of real prop- As Program Director Agency) information is expected in presented to commit each community Leonard Lance (R-7th) freeholder who had a great knowl- erty tax relief. Homestead rebates are WESTFIELD – Former Union late March. The economic loss in- to lowering the amount of impervious “Congressman Payne was not only edge of the different levels of govern- not affected by this and renters actu- County Freeholder Mary Ruotolo has cluding property value loss is the foun- surfaces by 10 percent by 2014 and a a pioneer in New Jersey politics, he ment. Our deepest sympathies go out ally get something back also,” As- joined the staff of Imagine as pro- dation of the Mayors’ call for federal, list of flood prone properties will be was a thoroughly decent man and to his family during this time.” Union sembly Budget Committee Chairman gram director. Imagine is a year-round state and county support to mitigate provided to Union County for consid- public servant. I had the pleasure of County Freeholder Chairman Al Vincent Prieto (D-32, Secaucus) said. grief support center for children. potential future storm damages. eration for open space purchase. getting to know Don through our Mirabella. Assembly Majority Leader As program director, Ms. Ruotolo Greenwald (D-6th, Camden) added, will work in partnership with Imag- “Under our plan, a family earning ine Clinical and Training Director $100,000 per year that pays $8,000 Connie Palmer to run all direct ser- in property taxes would receive vice programs for children and fami- Personal Injury Lawyer $1,600 in tax relief, compared to the lies in addition to providing overall $275 under the governor’s plan. Our administrative management for Imag- plan provides real property tax relief ine operations. Most recently, Ms. Helping Accident Victims Every Day to 95 percent of New Jersey Ruotolo was senior consultant of homeowners, with the average fam- donor relations for The Seeing Eye. ily slated to receive a credit of $1,552 Prior to that she was director of op- against their property taxes.” erations and programming for the JON BRAMNICK Assembly Minority Leader Jon Garden State Arts Foundation. 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I have been walking that my fellow walkers (there are with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association regularly in Fairview Cemetery for several of us) and I can no longer rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey the past four years. It has helped me walk in Fairview. Sure, I can drive in sharp enough to discern this deception of lose 20 pounds and lower my choles- and visit family and friends who are diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 terol and blood pressure. I chose there interred there, but the reason I go so guess. If you get two – well-read indi- because of convenience and its hills often is for the exercise. 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ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER By now, most people know that back. I can understand that the man- Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo 1. Roriferous – Producing dew Whitney Houston was laid to rest, agers of the cemetery are over- 2. Diabolist – A devil worshiper COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION next to her father, in Fairview Cem- whelmed, but maybe they should 3. Maricious – Strong; racy Betsey Burgdorf Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly 4. Omadhaun – A fool or imbecile EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS etery. When this information was consider the uniformed police right publicized, I thought it was “very by Whitney’s grave instead of clos- KEDDAH cool” and that her family had picked ing down the whole place. 1. An elephant trap SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe a lovely cemetery. Now I am not so 2. A light anchor used to warp a ship or One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 sure of my feelings of Ms. Houston Theo Truch free it when ashore being there. The cemetery is closed Westfield 3. The eleventh letter in the Hebrew to the public indefinitely. That means alphabet 4. Disgust; disapproval Scotch Plains Should Let St. Bart’s MABBLE Bill Sewer Costs Through Tax-Efficient 1. To wrap 2. To crumble; scatter Property Taxes, Not Regressive Fees 3. To mumble inaudibly Play Ball by Not Playing Legalese 4. To chew loudly To date, serious [Westfield] mu- erty taxes and the mentioned lack of HEURETIC Since 1978 the St. Bart’s Old-Timers Men’s Soft- What should be a fun activity has been turned into nicipal budget problems and a ques- surplus or money from town asset 1. A branch of logic dealing with dis- ball League has been providing recreation as well as the township’s attorneys forcing their will onto a tionable solution – the sewer fee – sales to support the budget. covery or invention affordable entertainment for the whole family in- men’s league with a long history in Scotch Plains. appear to have been incompletely Unfortunately, this sewer fee has 2. Solitary in behavior in a mystical explained. This will hopefully have both a real and an unnecessary cost to manner cluding a Labor Day picnic and All-Star games. The The league sent a letter to Mr. Marion seeking been covered in more detail by the taxpayers, and is regressive as well. 3. A doctrine or set of opinions at League is open to everyone. But now that may be amendments to the agreement the township wants announced public presentation of the Property taxes are deductible on fed- variance with established doctrine ending as the Township of Scotch Plains and insur- signed, but Mr. Marion said those changes were “not budget at the March 13 meeting of eral and state income tax returns. 4. Unstable; unbalanced mentally ance representatives are forcing the league to sign a acceptable to the township.” The league has called Town Council – to which this letter Sewer fees are not. Therefore shift- PERTUSSIS 1. Discharge of mucous from any bodily hold harmless agreement with Scotch Plains as part the draft agreement “overly broad and vague” and was sent in advance. ing the funding of expenses to a sewer opening of the township’s insurance risk management proce- said it appears to date back to the 1990s. The league The Rahway Valley Sewerage Au- fee has an extra cost to taxpayers. At 2. Given to impudent, saucy behavior dures if they wish to continue using township parks. also believes the township is attempting to shift its thority (RVSA) costs, which used to the typical federal marginal income or speech St. Bart’s play their games before fun-filled crowds liability onto the league for other park activities such be covered entirely by property taxes, tax brackets that would apply to most 3. Whooping cough at Brookside, Farley, and Jerseyland Parks in Scotch as people using the basketball courts when St. Bart’s went up by $250,000 this year; yet a Westfield homeowners, that $170 fee 4. Characterized by being pierced with “sewer fee” is being introduced to could give more than a $40 reduction holes Plains and Forest Road Park in Fanwood. is using the ball field. raise $1.3 million. The town trum- in federal income taxes if it were a Scotch Plains is a member of the Suburban Mu- Deputy Mayor Mary Depaola said Mr. Marion has pets meeting the 2 percent budget property tax instead. Finally, this $170 nicipal Joint Insurance Fund or JIF of which Scotch been updating procedures that used to be “hand- cap, but there is really a significant flat fee hits those living in less costly Another Letter Plains Township Manager Chris Marion is the cur- shake deals.” It seems to us that those were the good budget gap that is being met by a homes, often struggling with lower rent chairman. Other officers include Westfield Town old days. Are hold-harmless agreements the result of large increase in costs to taxpayers. incomes, harder than if the $1.3 mil- on Page 21 Administrator Jim Gildea and Mountainside Bor- the high volume of frivolous lawsuits filed against The average homeowner is told that lion had been raised through prop- ough Administrator/Police Chief James Debbie. government by overzealous attorneys or are these an the municipal tax portion of his tax erty taxes (where high end PTSO Gives Thanks Towns in the JIF are Bedminster, Bernards Town- effort by towns to over regulate our lives? Will apple bill will increase by $79. But with the homeowners would have paid a larger ship, Bernardsville, Far Hills, Harding Township, pie be banned next — and will a handshake no longer sewer fee of $170, the total increase share of the money being raised). For Fine Arts Support Mountainside, Scotch Plains, Summit, Watchung be acceptable? Do the people exist for the parks or do is $249. That amounts to a stunning In the March 1 Westfield Leader it The Westfield High School (WHS) and Westfield. JIF’s were formed to provide self- the parks exist for the people? 10 percent increase in the amount an was reported that Town Administra- PTSO would like to thank the stu- average homeowner assessed at tor Jim Gildea said that the ordinance dents and faculty of WHS, the insurance to municipalities instead of commercial/ After all is said and done, surely this nifty JIF $182,300 has been paying for mu- creating this fee is for 2012 only. It Westfield Memorial Library, the liability insurance for large claims. nasty will be settled (we hope). nicipal services! may or may not be possible or too late Westfield Rotary Club and the com- The league says it has always filed the proper Having legal contracts smother our lives is Because the increase in RVSA costs to put this $1.3 million fee back into munity for their support of the fine permits with the township and has its own insurance. wretched. Did you ever read that rental car agree- is only a small percentage of the total property taxes this year and not have arts fundraiser held on March 3. The So why is the township trying to end this favorite ment you were forced to sign at the airport? It’s $1.3 million, the fee appears to be an a fee. However, I certainly hope that birdhouse silent auction successfully summer pastime with a legal agreement? Have there impossible, and everyone in line behind you would artifice mostly covering serious prob- in the future the town will be more raised more than $1,200, which will been claims against the township related to adult howl if you caused them to wait. There’s got to be a lems elsewhere in the budget that sensitive to the challenges faced by be used for the purchase of new art softball games? Is this a newly discovered nifty JIF better way for society to get along - such as the old- have not been thoroughly explained many lower income homeowners and easels at the high school. instrument for government to confound the public? fashioned way? as to source and which traditionally with respect to everyone’s hard- This year’s fundraiser featured 35 would have been covered through earned dollars, and bill these costs unique birdhouses, crafted by students property taxes. Given that major bud- through tax-efficient property taxes, and faculty of Westfield High School. The Money Is Gone And The Only get items for salaries and pension not regressive fees. The students and faculty volunteered expenses declined, the budget prob- Jeff Bash to create these one-of-a-kind bird- lems may be on the revenue side, Westfield houses during their own spare time. such as an increase in unpaid prop- The Westfield Memorial Library al- Thing Left Is to Pay The Bill lowed the birdhouses to be on display ‘Big Brother’ Government and The for the month of February in the Teen For a large part — that Westfield residents now to legal fees and forensic accountants is anyone’s guess. Zone section. The Westfield Rotary face a sewer tax is the result of bungling by the The debt financing was arranged in a ballooned Obamanization of America Club graciously allowed the PTSO to set up tables, during their annual Pan- Rahway Valley Sewer Authority (RVSA) over the fashion to mask the payments near-term from the Time and again Americans have part of his expanding plantation of past decade. At the start of 2000, RVSA debt was public’s eye. The tsunami of the true bill is just cake Day, for the auction. been able to meet the challenges of dependent slaves. How often have This event could not be successful essentially zero. Then, the courts ordered the Au- beginning. evil forces that would dilute the qual- you heard that there is no free lunch? thority to make improvements to deal with Westfield held on as long as it could without without volunteers. The PTSO thanks ity of liberty we enjoy, undermine But in the dipsy-doodle Disney World Susan and Dylan Bonina and Jane stormwater flow when it rains and overloads the imposing a charge. Other towns previously imple- our personal freedoms, and remove of the Obama Administration and the Tresnan for spending their morning plant. In essence, this became an excuse to open the mented a sewer tax (Scotch Plains, Cranford and the incentive to improve your station policies endorsed by his followers, at the WHS to assist in the sale. floodgates of spending for every sycophant tapping Clark for example). in life. The big brother, government there is a free lunch, even if it means Last but not least, we wish to thank into the public coffers. There are many other things that could be said and dominated policies emanating from your beloved grandchildren will be Westfield and the surrounding com- Rather than making essential, levelheaded im- surely mitigating circumstances may exist. Were we our current President’s administra- settling for a much less satisfying life munities who supported this auction. tion, endorsed by his rubber-stamp by paying off his folly. Every house was sold and will now provements, the situation spiraled out of control. just unlucky? The money is gone and the only thing Senate majority, and financially fu- Our opportunity to flush away a Every widget and gadget was thrown into the mix. left is to pay the bill. benefit the fine arts department for eled by the unions and selective eth- four-year failed presidency is com- years to come. Law firms and bonding companies had a field day. Authorities and public utilities in New Jersey have nic groups, pose the greatest threat ing upon us. If we do not open our Now the public is saddled with the RSVA white been labeled the hidden component of government. America has ever faced. Without fir- eyes to reality and get any replace- Ingrid McKinley, Deb Montick, elephant (portions dysfunctional), and over $200 We have difficulty just trying to list them. The ing a shot, he and his do-gooder ma- ment in for him, America is con- Cindy Gallagher, Westfield million of debt from the feeding frenzy. It isn’t over Governor is trying, but even he has trouble keeping nipulators are leading America to demned to a hellish future. We could Mass Transit Credit yet. Forty million dollars is in litigation and the end tabs on them. become a third-world country. It is almost have a national lottery to pick ...Restoring the mass transit commuter not only environmental mutilation of a new president and be assured no benefit would help thousands of New cost benefit analysis that we thank matter how simple a person from the Jerseyans who are tired of putting so him for $4 gas, but the arrogance of ranks of our citizens wins, that they much of their paychecks into getting to ignorance in aggravating our energy could understand and save our coun- and from work. Mass transit boosts the shortfall so that you, the reader, can try by going back to the roots of our economy, reduces dirty auto emissions learn how to shorten your vacation or Constitution. You have a great re- and takes cars off our congested roads... cancel it, buy a cheaper car, go out to sponsibility to recharge America’s I’m pleased that this bill finally appears dinner less, and stop buying at stores spirit so that you once again feel the poised for Senate passage, and I urge the House to follow suit and approve this bill that really have the style you wanted. pride when your flag goes by, instead immediately. For those who always took pride in of watching it hang dead in the foul The 2009 Recovery Act allowed mass providing well for their families, sav- winds of the Obama Admistration transit riders to set aside up to $230 of ing and planning for their youth’s and policy. pre-tax income a month to help cover education, roadblocks and confiscat- Warren Victor commuting expenses. Since the increased ing taxation are meant to make you Westfield tax benefit expired in January, mass tran- sit riders have been able to set aside at The Westfield Regional Health most $125 per month. Sen. Frank Lautenberg Depart. Provides Its March Report SEWER FEES? The Westfield Board of Health met continuing concern and the Board is on March 5, 2012. The Board dis- pursuing a possible shared service WHAT HAPPENED TO cussed a resident’s request for an agreement with two other towns to OUTHOUSES AND THE ordinance to prohibit smoking in lower the cost. public parks and recreational facili- In addition, the Westfield Regional “TRICKLE DOWN” ties. The town already prohibits smok- Health Department is sponsoring free THEORY? ing in the Westfield Memorial Pool health screenings with Overlook complex, which is enforced by the Medical Center in the municipal Westfield Police and Health Depart- building. Colorectal Education will ments. Smoking is also prohibited in be on Thursday, April 12, from 10 Board of Education facilities. The a.m. to noon and Diabetes Screening Board of Health concluded that the will be on Thursday, May 17, from Town Council should extend the ban, 10 a.m. to noon. For more informa- and we will explore other possible tion about these programs and to reg- actions related to smoking in order to ister, please call the Overlook Com- protect public health. The Board munity Health Department at 1-800- agreed that the issue of smoking in 247-9580. Your State Legislators multi-unit residences is complex and Information about all of the health ---LD-21------LD-22--- LD-21 includes Westfield, Mountainside, will rely on education to minimize department’s activities is available Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Garwood, Summit and Cranford. the potentially harmful effects of in- on its website www.westfieldnj.gov/ 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. door smoking on residents. health. The complete minutes of the Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 Plainfield, Clark and Linden. The high cost of state-mandated March 5 meeting will be posted after Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) animal control services – currently review and approval at our Monday, 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. E-mail contracted at $83,151 per year – is a April 2 meeting, which starts at 5:30 Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 [email protected] Deadlines p.m. in the municipal building. At (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 [email protected] General News - Friday 4pm that meeting, the Board will also hold Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) [email protected] Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm a mandatory hearing concerning a 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. [email protected] Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm restaurant that had a consumer com- Union Cty Freeholders, Elizabeth Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [email protected] Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm plaint and three consecutive condi- (908) 527-4200 (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm tional satisfactory ratings. Al Faella, Mgr. [email protected] 7th Congressional District For more information, see Al Mirabella, chair Representative Leonard Lance, 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 518-7733 www.goleader.com/help Lawrence Budnick, MD [email protected] President, Westfield Bd. of Health A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 15, 2012 Page 5 Town Council Needs to Sharpen Their Scotch Plains Council Members Are Letters to the Editor Pencils and Reduce Expenses Committed to Merge Police Depts. I am responding to your article in ing every day. Soon there will be tax There has been much coverage and Legislation on the oversight of a merged Freedom of Speech Is Our Right, But this week’s paper. You say in the appeals. As the housing prices fall in much discussion about the merging of police force gives options: a shared ser- paper that the Westfield Town Coun- town so will the given revenue. the Fanwood and Scotch Plains Police vice or a joint meeting. At this point, we Good Taste Is Our Responsibility cil has said they are $1.5 million There are $2 million more foreclo- Departments. All over the State of New believe either choice gets us to where we Jersey, residents look to their elected want to be – a police department that Richard Mattessich, president of language. short in the coming year’s budget. sures yet to be processed. The federal representatives to find ways to ease the protects and serves both communities the Westfield Board of Education, e- Yes, there may be, as the Board of They, as a result of this shortfall, have government keeps trying to put new property tax burden. Enhancing shared efficiently, ending redundancy, and saves mailed me on March 12, “Please rest Education argues, a “positive impact” decided to institute a new tax. money into the system without long services is at the top of the list of ways to the taxpayers money. Any other position assured that the Board of Education caused by the book and that “critical Haven’t they heard there is a reces- lasting results. save dollars. that prevents us from reaching the ulti- operates with more than a sufficient thinking skills” may be refined. sion going on and it keeps getting The town council needs to sharpen We are committed to merging the mate goal of merging should be amount of decency and moral val- But Charles Dickens also has had a worse each and every month? The their collective pencils and reduce Scotch Plains Police with Fanwood’s. marginalized. ues.” He was replying to my letter to “positive impact” and also in his rest of the world, when they are faced expenses. They have no other alter- While all the details have to be finalized, Deputy Mayor Mary DePaola him concerning the Board requiring masterpieces has helped to refine with a budget short fall or a family nate. Raising taxes (of any sort) is not it is clear that just such a merger would Councilman Bo Vastine the students to read “The Absolutely “critical thinking skills” and without short fall or a business short fall, they a viable option. save both towns a significant amount. Scotch Plains True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” by a vulgar word in sight. Why does the reduce their expenses. Carl Swenson Sherman Alexie that includes vulgar Board of Education not require works Well paying jobs are being lost Westfield Tom Kean to Ed. Law Center: “Enough Already” words. by or about George Washington every day. Housing prices are declin- WESTFIELD — Senate Republican corruption. Mr. Sciarra’s continuous I recognize that great literature on Carver, Marion Anderson, Mahatma Leader Tom Kean, Jr. (R-21, Westfield) threats of legal action are either willfully occasion includes vulgar words. Con- Gandhi, or Native-American Indian issued the following statement respond- ignorant of the schools construction sider Shakespeare for example. Chief Joseph Nez Perce — all of Musicfest Is An Example of How the ing to renewed threats of legal action program’s shameful history, or deliber- But I have trouble with “The Abso- whom who spoke out strongly against against the state by Education Law Cen- ately neglect to take it into account. What- County Conducts the People’s Business ter Executive Director David Sciarra. Mr. ever the case may be, he is showing lutely True Diary of a Part-Time In- racial discrimination against their Sciarra’s comments followed the an- profound contempt for the taxpayers of dian” because it is now required people? Union County has announced that and Freeholder Dan Sullivan’s niece nouncement by the Christie Administra- New Jersey. Given all the past abuses in reading. It is not the theme of the But there is a new philistinism it is canceling Musicfest and their was put in charge of it. I could never tion of a $100-million commitment to this program, a little diligence is not too book, which concerns me. It is the about, a new vandalizing of all things Rhythm and Blues concerts. They find out how many people worked address emergent school repair issues by much to ask in the interest of protecting vulgar language used. good, a moral collapse, a spiritual are claiming that this will save $1.2 under her. If the county is going to be the Schools Development Authority the taxpayers and preventing another We should want students exposed desert spreading its dry contagion. million, which will help save county laying off employees, they should (SDA): colossal waste of their money. The Ad- to the finer things in life where vulgar Board member Ann Cary, the chair- jobs. Really? start with the elimination of this de- “It wasn’t so long ago that SDA’s ministration should be applauded for re- language has no place. I would need person for the Board’s curriculum The Union County Watchdog As- partment. predecessor, the Schools Construction storing oversight and accountability in sociation (UCWA) has been trying to Musicfest is just one of the many Corporation, frittered away $8.6 billion school construction, not condemned in a very long list of examples to prove committee, stated that her committee in money borrowed at taxpayer expense panicky, hyper-critical press releases. Mr. my point. John Keats, Emily had concluded, “there were insuffi- follow the costs of these concerts, projects under the county’s half a without much to show for it. This funding Sciarra, enough already.” Dickinson, E. M. Forster, Jane Austen, cient reasons to take the book off of a Musicfest in particular, for years. I billion-dollar budget. It is an easy-to- was sapped away from its intended pur- In an interview with The Star-Ledger Sir Walter Scott, William required reading list” as the book was was publicly mocked by former understand example of how they are pose by mismanagement for which no- (Rundquist, 3/13/12), Mr. Sciarra is Wordsworth, Henry Wadsworth found to have educational merit to county manager George Devanney conducting the people’s business body was held to account. School chil- quoted as follows: “If they’re going to Longfellow, John Milton, Winston S. learn about the Native-American com- when I surmised that Musicfest was overall. dren are the ones who are short changed simply issue another vague list as a way Churchill, and… munity. Extraordinary that vulgar lan- costing upwards of $1.2 million an- Tina Renna when money that is supposed to improve to put off undertaking these repairs in a It is bad enough that vulgar lan- guage is an insufficient reason to take nually. He publicly stated that the President, UCWA their learning environment is wasted by prompt manner, then we’ll have no choice guage courses through every day the book off a required reading list! cost was only $360,000. The docu- bureaucratic incompetence and political but to litigate.” speech in today’s society and four- Are we to expect that in the name of ments I obtained through the OPRA letter words are standard fare in the educational merit the Board of Educa- never added up to the county’s claims. movies and among “comedians.” tion will require the display of x-rated To this day, I can only guess what Plenty o’ Savin’ at... Must we at their early age expose movies or “art” in the schools? these concerts actually cost as there students to vulgar language? Put an- Please note that I take the First is no accountability. Although the VISIT OUR other way, by requiring the students Amendment very seriously. 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PUBLICATION Imagine: A Center to Help POLICE BLOTTER Youth to Cope With Loss By MARY ROBINSON, M.A., CT therapy program, but rather is a peer Westfield the front window of her residence. Executive Director and Founder, Imagine: A Center for Coping with Loss support model where children and Sunday, March 4, police reported Wednesday, March 7, a patron at Imagine is a new year-round grief teens meet with others their same an act of criminal mischief in which a Lamberts Mill Road business re- support center in Westfield serving age, in small groups of approxi- the plaza bridge was defaced with ported that she left her purse in her youth ages 3 to 18 who are coping mately 10 people per group, every spray paint. bag while she was at the business with loss due to the death of a parent or other week for one-and-a-half hours. Sunday, March 4, a resident of and when she returned the purse sibling. Parents and guardians of the Parents or the primary caregiver in the 900 block of Grandview Av- was gone. According to police, the youth participate in concurrent sup- the child’s life participate in a con- enue reported an act of criminal purse was valued at approximately port groups, and a support group for current support group for the adults. mischief in which someone un- $200 and contained $100 in cash. young adults 18 to 30 also is available. Groups are facilitated by trained known broke the front door to his Saturday, March 10, the owner of All support groups are facilitated adult volunteers who make a year- residence. a Park Avenue business reported by trained adult volunteers from the long commitment to facilitate the sup- Monday, March 5, John McNally, that sometime overnight someone community. Imagine exists to pro- port groups every other week. For 19, and David McNally, 19, both of entered her business and removed vide support to children and families more information or to volunteer, con- Scotch Plains, and Nicolas several hundred dollars in cash. Ac- tact Imagine at [email protected] after a death, in a safe environment HERE BE DRAGONS…As part of the 40th anniversary of the Friends of the Diprospero, 18, of Fanwood were cording to police, entry was gained where children and teens acquire the or (908) 264-3100. Westfield Memorial Library, youngsters are invited to celebrate the Year of the arrested on charges of possession of by smashing the front glass door. tools they need to become more resil- Dragon by creating their own Magical Dragon Puppet with paper and color less than 50 grams of suspected mari- Saturday, March 10, the owner of ient and learn healthy ways to cope Photographer to Offer markers. Artist Janice Nelson will conduct the workshop on Saturday, March 24, juana and possession of drug para- a Park Avenue business reported with difficult and painful feelings. from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and 3 to 4:30 p.m. (grades 3 to 6) at the library, located at 550 phernalia. The suspects were located that sometime overnight someone Imagine is based on the Dougy Look at N.J. History East Broad Street. Advanced registration is required and spaces are limited. in the Memorial Pool parking lot entered his business and removed Center (www.dougy.org) model in WESTFIELD – The Westfield Participants must be full-service Westfield Memorial Library cardholders. To after the posted hours. A further in- several hundred dollars in cash. Ac- Portland, Ore., founded 30 years ago Memorial Library will welcome register, visit wmlnj.org, click the online calendar link, find March 24 and click on vestigation revealed the suspected cording to police, entry was gained as the first year-round grief support Walter Choroszewski, New Jersey the program. Pictured, Riley and Simon Wagner prepare to make their dragons. marijuana and paraphernalia, ac- by smashing the front glass door. center for children coping with loss photographer, author and advocate cording to police. All three suspects Sunday, March 11, Jerome due to death. Imagine is the fourth of state pride, on Wednesday, March were transported to police headquar- Waites, 27, of Rahway was arrested grief support center to open in New 21, at 7 p.m. Mr. Choroszewski will ‘Ben Franklin’ to Be Guest ters, where they were processed, is- after a motor vehicle stop on Raritan Jersey. Imagine peer grief support present his unique images and per- sued summonses and released. Road on an outstanding $1,188 groups are free, run year-round and spective on New Jersey history. Tuesday, March 6, John Rotolo, warrant issued by the Scotch Plains are open to all. Families may join He will take audience members At SAR Dinner Meeting 29, of Hackensack was arrested at Court. He was transported to police Imagine at any time and stay as long along a timeline from the primeval WESTFIELD – The Annual Dinner The meeting and dinner are open to Pleasant Plains State Police Bar- headquarters, processed and re- as needed. dawn of the Highlands through the Meeting of the West Fields Chapter the public, but reservations are required. racks on an outstanding Westfield leased. To attend Imagine, the first step is Ice Age. Participants also will learn Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) For information, call Ira Jersey, chapter warrant for $500. He was processed Sunday, March 11, Jason for a family to call and make an about New Jersey’s first people and will be held on Wednesday, March 28, president, at (201) 906-6158. and released after posting bail. Grissom, 33, of Plainfield was ar- appointment for an orientation. explorers, as well as the state’s rich at the Echo Lake Country Club, located For reservations, contact William Tuesday, March 6, a resident of rested after a motor vehicle stop on Imagine is not a counseling or Colonial and Revolutionary heritage. at 515 Springfield Avenue in Westfield. M. Millar, 133 Division Avenue, Sum- Trails End Court reported being the Martine Avenue on an outstanding This program will be free and open A cash bar will open at 6 p.m., with mit, N.J. 07901, by e-mail at victim of identity theft. According $365 warrant issued by the Free Seminar to Offer to Westfield Memorial Library and dinner following at 7 p.m. [email protected] or by calling to the victim, someone unknown Plainfield Court. He was transported MURAL cardholders. MURAL The program will include awards, (908) 464-4844. The cost of the din- attempted to activate new credit to police headquarters, processed Back Pain Solution cardholders belong to libraries that recognitions and the nomination, elec- ner is $35. Checks should be made cards in his name. No money had and released. SCOTCH PLAINS – “If you can are part of the Middlesex Union Re- tion and installation of chapter offic- payable to West Fields SAR. been taken at the time of the report. Sunday, March 11, Jackelmin spare 60 minutes, I guarantee to show ciprocal Agreement Libraries. To see ers. Featured speaker Jack Sherry will Wednesday, March 7, an at- Valdivia, 39, of Linden was arrested you the safest, fastest and most effec- if a library participates, visit the portray Benjamin Franklin, one of the Single Jewish Friends tempted burglary was reported on after a motor vehicle stop on East tive all-natural back pain solution I Westfield Memorial Library website, architects of the Declaration of Inde- the 800 block of Central Avenue. Second Street on an outstanding $500 have ever seen.” Those are the enthu- wmlnj.org. To register for the pro- pendence. As Franklin, considered one Schedule Luncheon Someone unknown attempted to pry warrant issued by the Scotch Plains siastic words of Bayonne’s Dr. Eric gram, visit wmlnj.org and click on of America’s wisest and wittiest men, AREA – The Circle of Single Jew- open a door in order to gain entry to Court. He was transported to police Chludzinski, DC. Dr. Chludzinski has the Online Calendar, or call (908) Mr. Sherry will amuse, entertain, edu- ish Friends 49+ will gather on Sun- a business. headquarters, processed and released. been using a balanced approach of 789-4090, extension 0. The library is cate and inform attendees about day, March 25, at noon for a Meet and Wednesday, March 7, Malisa Fanwood both medical breakthrough and tra- located at 550 East Broad Street. Franklin’s many accomplishments and Eat Luncheon. It will be held at Jade Kent, 28, of Somerset was arrested Wednesday, March 7, Kelly ditional methods to treat back pain, life in the 18th century. Dynasty Chinese Restaurant, located after turning herself in at police Sullivan, 40, of Plainfield was ar- disc herniations and sciatica. When not performing as Franklin, at 925 Amboy Avenue in Edison. headquarters on an outstanding rested following a motor vehicle Due to his tremendous success with Oasis to Commence Mr. Sherry teaches history at Paramus The cost to attend the luncheon is Westfield warrant. She was released stop on the 300 block of South back pain, herniated discs, sciatica Marriage Series Catholic High School in Paramus. the price of a meal from the menu and after posting $134 bail. Avenue on an active warrant out of and pain radiating in the groin and He has been involved in Revolution- tip plus $3. Interested persons are Wednesday, March 7, Keeya Fanwood. She was transported to MOUNTAINSIDE – Oasis- ary War reenacting since 1980, and asked to respond by calling Roberta police headquarters, processed, legs, Dr. Chludzinski has made avail- Church-NJ.com will begin a four- Boone, 22, of Plainfield was ar- able a free seminar to anyone suffer- lives with his wife and three cats in at (908) 668-8450 or sending an e- rested following a motor vehicle posted bail and released. week marital seminar message series New York State. mail to [email protected]. Saturday, March 10, Manuel Vera, ing with these painful conditions. entitled “Take a Vow” this Sunday, stop at South and Central Avenues “I just wanted back pain sufferers on an active Union Township war- 48, of Edison was arrested follow- March 18. It will continue through ing a motor vehicle stop at South to know they have an option other Sunday, April 15. rant for $289. The Union Court than drugs and surgery. An option Junior Woman’s Club Posts released her after setting a new Avenue and Terrill Road and This teaching series will guide par- charged with driving while intoxi- that really works. I wanted to let them ticipants through principles to help March 14 court date. know there is REAL hope. That hope Wednesday, March 7, Victor cated (DWI). The driver failed mul- them discover what it takes to have a tiple field sobriety tests at the scene, is detailed at my seminar.” successful marriage relationship. Egg Hunt and Spring Events Ramirez, 24, of Plainfield was ar- To get registered for this free, spe- rested after turning himself in at at which time he was transported to Oasis-Church-NJ.com is a new SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch For additional information, visit police headquarters, processed and cial non-surgical back pain relief se- contemporary Christian church that police headquarters on a Westfield Plains Junior Woman’s Club will hold spjwc.com. warrant. He was released after post- turned over to a responsible party. crets revealed live seminar, call us at meets Sundays at 11 a.m. at 1180 its Annual Egg Hunt on Saturday, Additionally, the SPJWC will hold (908) 242-3641 to reserve your seat. ing $250 bail. Saturday, March 10, Deborah Spruce Drive in Mountainside. For March 31, beginning at 11 a.m. in- its spring Town Wide Garage Sale on Dozier, 49, of Elizabeth was ar- Call now, seats are limited. more information or directions, call Wednesday, March 7, Tomika M. side Park Middle School. The school Saturday, June 2. Participants hold Manns, 35, of Elizabeth was arrested rested and charged with receiving Paid Bulletin Board Pastor David Butler at (732) 406- is located at 580 Park Avenue in their own sale and keep the money. stolen property, volunteering false goleader.com/express 7821 or go to Oasis-Church-NJ.com. at police headquarters after release Scotch Plains. For $20, the club will add partici- by Union County Police on two ac- information to an officer, posses- The first hunt will be for children pants’ location to a master list that tive warrants from Westfield, with a sion of drug paraphernalia and up to age 2 and will begin at 11 a.m. will be available for free on the day of total bail amount of $432. Manns multiple outstanding warrants. The Youngsters ages 3 to 8 will follow. the sale to prospective customers. was held in default of bail pending a arrest followed a motor vehicle stop For Your Insurance and There also will be baked goods for The club will advertise in newspa- March 8 court appearance. at South and Hetfield Avenues at sale. Additionally, children will be pers, on websites and in flyers. To Thursday, March 8, Mabel which time it was determined able to get tattoos, have their faces print a registration form, visit Levine, 46, of Westfield was ar- Dozier was driving a vehicle that Savings Needs painted, guess the jellybeans in the spjwc.com. rested and charged with driving had been stolen out of Newark. She jar and pick a lollipop to win a prize. Another upcoming event is the while intoxicated (DWI) following was processed and transported to Of course the Easter Bunny also club’s Year-End Celebration Dinner a motor vehicle stop at South Chest- the Union County jail. will be there, so parents are invited to that will be held on Wednesday, April nut and East Broad Streets. She was Saturday, March 10, Michael bring their cameras. This year the 18, at 7 p.m. at the Chimney Rock released to a responsible adult. Edghill, 24, of Plainfield was ar- club is asking that participants bring Inn. Anyone interested in joining the Saturday, March 10, Randall rested on an active warrant out of a non-perishable food item to donate club is asked to make a reservation by Gallicchio, 31, of Elizabeth was Union after a motor vehicle stop at Jeff Rembisz CLU®, ChFC® to the Scotch Plains Food Pantry, but sending an e-mail to arrested at South Avenue and South LaGrande Avenue and Brohm Place. that items not be in glass containers. [email protected]. Elmer Street on a no-bail Essex He was processed, posted bail and Westfield County warrant and three warrants released. from Elizabeth. He was incarcer- Sunday, March 11, Ricci Riley, (908) 389-9909 ated in the Union County jail. 24, of Plainfield was arrested on an Sunday, March 11, a business lo- active warrant out of Scotch Plains jeffrembisz.com cated on the 800 block of West after a motor vehicle stop at Terrill South Avenue reported a burglary Road and East Front Street. He was in which someone unknown gained processed and turned over to the entry and removed items with a Scotch Plains Police Department. value of $67.50. Mountainside Sunday, March 11, a resident of Wednesday, March 7, a resident the 700 block of Dartmoor Street of Corrine Terrace walked into po- reported an act of criminal mis- lice headquarters to report that 05-3035 © 2011 The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, Milwaukee, WI (Northwestern Mutual). chief in which someone unknown someone had withdrawn $1,860 defaced the victim’s fence with from his debit cards at various con- spray paint. venience store ATMs throughout Sunday, March 11, Douglas Ivory, the area. According to police, the The Family Law Department of 59, of Mountainside was arrested debit card has been cancelled and on an outstanding Sayreville war- the matter has been turned over to Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. Presents rant for $90 pursuant to a motor the detective bureau. vehicle stop on the 500 block of Friday, March 9, Dennis A. Clark Street. He was processed and Panzavecchia, 29, of Chatham was released after posting bail. arrested for allegedly driving with a Sunday, March 11, John Morton, suspended license after being in- 52, of Keansburg was arrested on volved in a four-car accident on Route an active Sayreville traffic warrant 22. He was issued a summons. for $90 pursuant to a motor vehicle Friday, March 9, a business on stop at Central Avenue and Oxford Springfield Avenue reported that Terrace. He was transported to po- someone had removed three cases lice headquarters, processed and re- of wine, a hand truck and a power leased after posting bail. drill from the business. According Sunday, March 11, Danielle to police, an adjacent business’ sur- Affordable Websites Borelli, 43, of Jersey City was ar- veillance video showed a male with rested on two active Union Town- a beard rolling a hand truck with ship traffic warrants, with a total boxes on it and loading them into a bail amount of $318, pursuant to a dark-colored van, of which a par- motor vehicle stop at Central Av- tial license plate could be read. Au- enue and Oxford Terrace. She was thorities said the business can be transported to police headquarters, accessed through two doors, al- processed and released on posted though neither showed signs of bail. forced entry. Kristin M. Capalbo, Esq., Mario C. Gurrieri, Esq. (Chair), Richard A. Outhwaite, Esq. and Andrew J. Economos, Esq. Scotch Plains Saturday, March 10, a resident of Tuesday, March 6, a resident of Virginia Avenue reported that a fe- 4 Lawyers, 4 Levels of Experience, 4 Hourly Rates Locust Avenue reported that some- male with whom he did not wish to Websites starting at $199 time last week someone made ap- speak knocked on his door. Ac- All designed to serve your interests in all aspects of divorce t Small businesses proximately $1,000 in purchases cording to police, after the indi- including custody, parenting time, relocation, distribution of using his debit card without his vidual left the property, the victim t
Personal sites authorization. noticed his motor vehicle had been assets, alimony, child support, college costs, prenuptial Tuesday, March 6, a resident of keyed. agreements, mediation, domestic violence, palimony, post- t
Non-profit groups Graymill Drive reported that he re- Saturday, March 10, an attendant divorce changes in financial circumstances, and civil unions ceived a call from his bank stating at a Route 22 gas station reported Brochures, Marketing Materials that someone had been depositing that a suspect driving a dark blue Mention this ad to receive a complimentary conference Writing, Email Services fraudulent checks in his account Acura with out-of-state plates re- ceived $64 in gas and then fled the Member, Fanwood Business & Professional Assn and then attempted to withdraw the Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. money. scene without paying. According to Wednesday, March 7, a resident police, the driver is described as a 340 North Avenue Cranford, NJ 07016 Examples and pricing at www.kranznotee.com of Morse Avenue reported that black male, 25 to 35 years old, with (908) 272-0200 www.dughihewit.com Email: [email protected] sometime during the last few weeks a medium build and facial hair on someone damaged the screen from his chin. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 15, 2012 Page 7 Miller-Cory Invites Families Wine Expert to Be Speaker To Enjoy Silhouette Activity At CWC Annual Luncheon WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory 18th-century open-hearth cooking, WESTFIELD – The College The afternoon also will include House Museum, located at 614 Moun- using authentic recipes and seasonal Woman’s Club of Westfield will an opportunity to purchase chances tain Avenue in Westfield, will present foods. The gift shop will be open. hold its annual fundraising lun- on multiple themed gift baskets, “Silhouette Craft for Children” this Admission is $3 for adults, $1 for cheon on Wednesday, March 21, at including cooking classes, jewelry, Sunday, March 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. students and free for children under 11:30 a.m. at Echo Lake Country restaurant gift certificates and an e- Silhouettes, also known as profile age 4. Club, located at 515 reader. art, reached the height of popularity Upcoming Sunday programs in- Springfield Avenue in The College Woman’s between the 17th and mid-19th cen- clude “A Spot of Tea” on March 25, Westfield. The event is Club of Westfield was turies. They were the snapshots of “Celebrate the Season with Spring open to the public and founded in 1917 to fur- the day – an instant memento, a Cookie Decorating” on April 1, “The all proceeds will benefit ther the higher education lover’s keepsake or a family record. Art of Ancient Rubbings” on April the club’s scholarship of women. The club’s Roberta Lubin will discuss the dif- 15 and the annual “Sheep to Shawl program for young primary purpose is the ferent techniques and equipment used Festival” on April 22. women from Westfield. awarding of scholarships to make silhouettes and display ex- The Miller-Cory House Museum, “What Every Woman to young women from amples. Children may make a simple now celebrating 40 years of opera- Should Know About Westfield on the basis of silhouette to take home. Youngsters tion as a living history museum, is Wine” will be the topic academics, leadership who participate must be able to handle listed on both the State and National of this year’s program, and financial need. Last scissors safely, and parents must re- Registers of Historic Places and as a which will feature a talk year, the club awarded main with children at all times. site on the New Jersey Women’s by wine expert Alice more than $46,000 in PURIM GIFTS…Volunteers from the Sisterhood of Congregation Beth Israel Alice Ryan Sunday’s program also will include Heritage Trail. The museum is avail- (CBI) in Scotch Plains prepared gift boxes February 26 with groggers, treats and Ryan. Among the sub- grants generated by tours of the restored, 1740 farmhouse. able for tours for school groups dur- traditional hamentashen cookies to be delivered to the entire congregation before jects Ms. Ryan will explore are the membership dues, bequests and the Members of the cooking committee ing the week as well as for scout the Jewish holiday of Purim. Pounds of hamentashen also were donated to Jewish basics of tasting, the calorie and annual fundraiser. For membership will demonstrate the skills used in troops after school on weekdays. and non-Jewish residents of AristaCare at Cedar Oaks, a nursing home in South alcohol content of wines, special information, contact Special programs also may be ar- Plainfield, through the Jewish Federation’s Chaplaincy Program. Additionally, wines for special occasions and how [email protected]. Program to Focus ranged on site for schools and other hamentashen were donated to First Children School in Fanwood, which educates to find a great bottle for under $20. community groups. children with developmental delays. Pictured are Audrey Grossman, left, and A 2004 graduate of Westfield Writer Schlossberg On Résumé Tips For more information, visit the Robin Sabony, co-chairwomen of CBI’s Purim outreach project. High School, Ms. Ryan is the man- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch museum’s Facebook page, call the ager of public relations for Dreyfus, To Speak at Temple Plains Public Library’s Career Net- office weekday mornings at (908) Ashby and Co., European wine WESTFIELD – The Temple working Group will present a pro- 232-1776 or e-mail Sunrise Service to Begin importers for over 60 years. She is Emanu-El Men’s Club invites mem- gram entitled “Craft a Killer [email protected]. responsible for event coordination bers of the community to a brunch Résumé to Get That Interview” on The website is millercoryhouse.org. and media marketing for more than featuring veteran baseball writer Dan Monday, March 19, at 6:30 p.m. IHM Easter Celebrations 20 family-owned wineries around Schlossberg this Sunday, March 18, Career Search Counselor John Special Needs Planning SCOTCH PLAINS – The Immacu- tact Jeanne Fox through the church the world. Having grown up in the from 9 to 11 a.m. at the temple. Mr. Hadley will share three questions late Heart of Mary Roman Catholic office at (908) 889-2100 or e-mail world of wine, she enjoys learning Schlossberg will give an inside view that he maintains will gain the at- To Be Seminar Topic Church, located at 1571 South [email protected]. about new and emerging regions, of what fans can expect in 2012. tention of the hiring manager; the MOUNTAINSIDE – Children’s Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains, in- The festivities should conclude by as well as the ever-changing market Temple Emanu-El is located at 756 specific answers to turn a résumé Specialized Hospital will host a free vites members of the community to 7:30 a.m. While Mass itself is a reli- and culture for wine. East Broad Street in Westfield. into a powerful sales brochure, and seminar on Monday, March 26, from attend its Sunrise Celebration on Eas- gious observance, the celebration will Ms. Ryan is a graduate of Johns The event will include bagels, common traps to avoid. 7 to 8:30 p.m. entitled “Planning for ter Sunday, April 8, at 5:30 a.m. be free and open to all. Scheduling Hopkins University and the Inter- eggs and other refreshments for a After graduating from Stanford the Future for Your Child with Spe- The celebration, which has become for the remainder of Easter Sunday national Wine Center’s Advanced fee of $5. There will be a trivia University, Mr. Hadley worked in cial Needs.” It will take place at the a tradition in the parish over the last will follow IHM’s normal Sunday Certification program, the young- contest with prizes, and Mr. the financial services industry for Children’s Specialized Hospital Out- several years, acknowledges and in- Mass schedule: 7:45 a.m., 9 a.m., est woman in New York with this Schlossberg will sign specially-dis- 25 years and founded a successful patient Center at 150 New Provi- corporates elements of two religious 10:30 a.m. and noon; there also will level of expertise. counted copies of his books, in- systems consulting practice. He dence Road in Mountainside. cultures represented in its commu- be an anticipated Mass on Saturday, Tickets to the luncheon are $50 cluding “The 300 Club: Has Base- started Career Search Counseling Douglas Vogel, special needs nity: those of Italy and of the Philip- April 7, at 8 p.m. For further informa- per person and are available by con- ball Seen the Last of Its 300-Game nine years ago. His free monthly planner and financial services pines. tion or directions, call the parish of- tacting Dianne Callahan at (908) Winners?” No reservations are nec- Career Tips e-mail newsletter and representative at MetLife Center for The event will open with a Mass in fice at (908) 889-2100 or see the 654-0790 or essary. For further information, call other career resources can be found Special Needs Planning, will be the the Main Church celebrating the Res- parish website, ihmparish.net. [email protected]. (908) 232-6770. at JHACareers.com. presenter. urrection with accompaniment pro- This program will be free and At this workshop, parents and vided by a children’s “Angel Choir.” A open to all. To register, visit caregivers will gain tools and breakfast buffet will follow in the Fa- scotlib.org and click on Events; call knowledge to be able to discuss: How ther Byrne Auditorium downstairs. The (908) 322-5007, extension no. 204, to plan for their child’s future without celebration will conclude with Easter or e-mail [email protected] . In- jeopardizing eligibility for government Egg Hunts planned to challenge both dividuals may connect with the benefits; legal documents needed for toddlers and older children. library’s Career Networking Group planning and who should prepare A highlight of the morning’s ac- on Linked In, Career Networking them, and funding options and tivities will be the singing of the Group at SPPL. strategies available to plan for lifetime children’s “Angel Choir,” under the The Scotch Plains Public Library care and quality of life for the child direction of IHM’s Choir Minister is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, with special needs. Katie Wills. All children are invited one block from Park Avenue, in the To register for this program, call to participate in the choir. For infor- center of the township. 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James Wright, 90, Air Force Officer; Quarryville, Pa., formerly of Westfield, his wife, Marian, and David Barker 2012, at Peggy Coloney’s House with and nephews. N.J., died on Thursday, March 1, 2012, and his wife, Karen; six grandchil- her family by her side. On Sunday, March 18, the family Had Career as Public Utility Executive as a member of the Quarryville Pres- dren; two stepsons, Jonathan Ander- She was born and raised in Eliza- will receive relatives and friends from James F. Wright, 90, of Sun City Association, as well as the 2nd Air byterian Retirement Community, son and his wife, Leslie, and Peter beth, N.J. and settled in Scotch Plains 1 to 4 p.m. at the Stage House Inn in Center, Fla., a retired Air Force of- Division Association, and the 8th Air where he lived since 2009. Anderson and his wife, Monica, and in 1973. Scotch Plains. ficer and public utility ex- Force Historical Society. Born in Aurora, Ill., he moved to four step-grandchildren. Marilyn received her Bachelor of Arrangements are by the Rossi ecutive, passed away on Surviving are his wife of Westfield at a very young age and Graveside services will begin at 11 Arts degree in Arts from Rutgers Uni- Funeral Home of Scotch Plains. To Tuesday, March 6, 2012, in 66 years, Marion (née graduated from Westfield High a.m. on Saturday, March 17, 2012, at versity in Newark in 1965. She was a send letters of condolence and for Florida. Cubberley), and sons, Wil- School. An electrical engineer, Dick Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Fam- substitute teacher for the Scotch further information, visit Born on July 9, 1921 in liam Scott Wright and Rob- worked for Stavid Engineering in ily and friends will assemble at 10:15 Plains-Fanwood Board of Education therossifuneralhome.com. Elizabeth, N.J., he spent ert Bruce Wright (Barbara Watchung following his military ser- a.m. on Saturday at the Gray Funeral for nine years. Prior to that she was a In lieu of flowers, contributions most of his life in Westfield, Boyd). vice. The company became a part of Home, 318 East Broad Street in social worker for the State of New may be made to Peggy Coloney’s N.J. and moved to Florida Interment with full mili- Lockheed International, where Dick Westfield. A Service of Remembrance Jersey with DYFS. House, 1900 Raritan Road, Scotch in 1989. tary honors at Arlington remained into the 1970s. He then will follow at noon Saturday at the Marilyn will be sadly missed by Plains, N.J. 07076. Col. Wright enlisted in the National Cemetery with joined the Concurrent Computer Grace Presbyterian Church, 1100 her husband, Michael B.; her son, March 15, 2012 U.S. Army Air Corps as a graveside services will take Corporation of Neptune, N.J. and Boulevard in Westfield. private on May 8, 1942. Col. James Wright place at a date to be an- remained there until his retirement. Memorial gifts in memory of Ri- After World War II, he re- nounced. Condolences may Dick attended Dartmouth College, chard A. Barker may be made to: The mained active in the Air Force Re- be offered at and MIT, while also serving in the Home Missions Committee of The Thrift Shop Plans Bag Sale; serve. Col. Wright was a Life Mem- www.serenitymeadows.com. U.S. Navy during World War II. He Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 607 ber of the 44th Bomb Group Veterans March 15, 2012 graduated from MIT with a Bachelor N. Easton Road, Bldg. E, Willow of Science degree in Electrical Engi- Grove, Pa. 19090, or to The Master- Announces Upcoming Move Norma Dunkel Karle, 91, Had Worked neering. Dick later earned master’s works Chorus, P.O. Box 2167, SCOTCH PLAINS – Beginning degrees in electrical engineering and Morristown, N.J. 07962. 26 to March 31. During that time, the March 15, 2012 this Saturday, March 17, at 10 a.m., volunteers will be busy moving “lock, For Elizabethtown Gas Company mathematical statistics. He went to the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Service stock and barrel” across the street to work for Western Union, and was League Thrift Shop will begin its Norma Dunkel Karle, 91, died of Dunkel of Washington, D.C. and involved in the installation of support Mary Ann Barich, 93 the thrift shop’s new location. Its new natural causes in Atlanta, Ga. on Tues- Daniel Dunkel of Colleyville, Tex.; end-of-winter bag sale. The shop is address will be 1741 East Second communications systems for the U.S. Mary Ann Barich, 93, of Scotch located at 1730 East Second Street in day, March 13, 2012. She was pre- daughters-in-law, Christine Dunkel military. Dick later served in the U.S. Plains passed away on Monday, Street (formerly the Florence Ravioli ceded in death by her first husband, and Susan Dunkel; stepdaughters, Scotch Plains. The bags, which are business). Army from 1954 to 1955. March 12, 2012, at the Woodlands in supplied by the store, will cost $5 Wilbur Dunkel, with whom she cel- Sandra Huth of Edison, N.J. and Mary Mr. Barker was active with the Plainfield. The store will reopen on Tuesday, ebrated 33 years of marriage, and by Lee Goldmann of Clark, N.J., and each. There will be no limit on the April 3, at 10 a.m., all new and re- Grace Presbyterian Church in Born in Franklin, she lived most of number of bags one can purchase. If her second husband of 22 years, five grandchildren. Westfield, where he served on the her life in Scotch Plains. stocked with spring clothing and ac- Edmund Karle. Funeral services will begin at 1 an item does not fit in the bag, it will cessories. Toys, household bric-a- session and the board of trustees. Mrs. Barich was employed as a sell for half-price. Mrs. Karle (née Norma Huber) p.m. on Saturday, March 17, in the An Eagle Scout, Dick served as a banquet waitress at the Pines Manor brac, shoes, purses, jewelry, pictures, graduated from Hillside High School chapel of Graceland Memorial Park, The sale will continue until Satur- books and linens also will be re- scoutmaster in Westfield during the in Edison before retiring. day, March 24. After that, the shop in 1938. Prior to her first marriage, 1900 Galloping Hill Road in 1950s and 60s. He loved to sing, and She was predeceased by her hus- stocked. In preparation for Easter, a she worked for Elizabethtown Gas Kenilworth. will be closed for the week of March special sale of “basket stuffers” will was a member of three community band, John, who was killed in action Company. She was a longtime resi- Arrangements are by Gray Funeral choirs. He sang Handel’s Messiah at in Germany in 1944, and her son, be featured, along with a large supply dent of Scotch Plains, N.J. and a Directors of Westfield. of empty baskets to go with them. Carnegie Hall, New York, as a mem- David, who died in 1991. Classical Guitarist Set member of both the Metuchen and In lieu of flowers, donations can be ber of the Masterworks Chorus, St. Surviving are her son, John R. Spring decorations and flower ar- Plainfield country clubs. She later made to the Alzheimer’s Association To Perform at FUMC rangements will be available as well. Cecelia’s Chorus and the New Jersey Barich; her daughter, Barbara spent her retirement years in Flat and the American Society for the Makowski; her sister, Elizabeth SCOTCH PLAINS – Classical gui- The thrift shop is still on the bus Choral Art Society of Westfield. Dick Rock, N.C. Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. also was an avid hiker. He climbed Knezek; eight grandchildren and two tarist Loren Fortna will perform in route of NJ Transit Bus 59 on the Surviving are her sons, William March 15, 2012 right going west. Ample parking is peaks all over the country. great-grandchildren. concert this Sunday, March 18, at Dunkel of Marietta, Ga., Thomas Private arrangements are by the 6:30 p.m. at the First United Method- available behind the store and there He was the son of the late Virgil D. ist Church, located at 1171 Terrill also is free street parking. and Florence Wright Barker. His first Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South The store is operated by a group of wife, Mary Ann, died in 1983. Dick is Avenue in Fanwood. To sign the Road in Scotch Plains. guestbook, visit Mr. Fortna’s concert features origi- about 50 volunteers. Anyone inter- survived by his wife, Dorothy Senior Council Slates Event Partington Barker; a sister, Nancy www.fanwoodmemorial.com. nal works and transcriptions by ested in joining the organization is March 15, 2012 Albeniz, Tarrega, Foden, Piazzolla invited to call the store at (908) 322- Shaw; three sons, James Barker and and Middleton. Admission will be 5420 during business hours for more free. A freewill offering will be ac- information about becoming a mem- On Advanced Care Planning cepted at the door and the money ber. Directions also are available at AREA – The Union County Se- Mr. LaCorte will be one of the collected will be donated to the UMC this number. nior Citizens Council will hold a guest speakers. The Surrogate pro- Garwood Library to Present World Service Fund, which supports Hours of operation are Tuesday, special program on advanced care bates wills, appoints administrators global mission and ministry. Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to planning next Thursday, March 22. and guardians and handles applica- Since 2001 Mr. Fortna has been 2:30 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, It will take place at the Senior Cen- tions for adult incapacitated per- ‘Irish Delights’ on Monday teaching vocal and general music in 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. All profits from ter in Union Township, located at sons and conservatorships. the New Jersey public schools. In thrift shop sales throughout the year 968 Bonnel Court. Union County Following Mr. LaCorte’s talk will GARWOOD – The team of L.E. Ms. Bansavage is an actress whose 2004 he joined the Springfield Public are donated back into the local com- Surrogate James LaCorte and be a special presentation by Trinitas McCullough and his wife, Lisa career spans Broadway, Off-Broad- Schools, where he was named Dis- munities. Trinitas Advance Care directors will Regional Medical Center represen- Bansavage, will present a program way, film, television and national com- trict Teacher of the Year for the 2008- be featured. tatives on the importance of desig- entitled “Irish Delights: Music to mercials. Her credits include Master 2009 school year. He also is a mem- CBI Casino Night “No one has a crystal ball. For the nating a trusted person to ensure cheer your soul, and stories to touch Class, “Law and Order,” The Fisher ber of the music faculty at Montclair sake of our loved ones and our- that one’s wishes regarding your heart,” featuring Irish music, King, Night of the Iguana and A View State University. He has performed On Tap March 24 selves, it is important that we pre- healthcare options are followed. poetry and folktales, on Monday, from the Bridge, among others. throughout North America as a solo- SCOTCH PLAINS – Congrega- pare for the future,” said Ellen Valerie Ramsberger, director of March 19, at 7 p.m. at the Garwood Registration for this event may be ist, accompanist, ensemble member tion Beth Israel will hold a Casino Steinberg, chairwoman of the Se- Palliative Care, and Sister Mary Public Library. made in person at the library, by and conductor. Night on Saturday, March 24, at nior Council. “Whether it is setting Corrigan, director of Pastoral Care, Composer and author L.E. calling (908) 789-1670 or at the The door to the sanctuary, where 8:30 p.m. at the synagogue. The up a will, having our medical wishes will discuss “Advance Care Plan- McCullough is an internationally library’s interactive calendar page the concert will take place, is at the event is open to the community. honored or naming a stand-in we ning – Your Decision Matters.” acclaimed virtuoso performer of the found on its website, rear of the building. For more infor- The synagogue’s social hall will can trust, advanced planning helps Doors will open at 9:30 a.m. with Irish tin whistle, has recorded more youseemore.com/Garwood. mation, call the church at (908) 322- be transformed into a casino, com- eliminate uncertainty and stress, if coffee and pastries. The program will than 40 albums and has been featured The Garwood Public Library is 9222. plete with gaming tables for Black and when a crisis occurs.” run until 11:30 a.m. Time for ques- on several soundtracks, including Ken located at the corner of Walnut Street Jack, Roulette, Craps, Texas Hold “We have witnessed first hand tions will be provided at the end. Burns’ PBS series “The West” and and Third Avenue, at the back of the MASTER ’Em and Caribbean Stud Poker. how important it is to have a trusted For more information, call the “Lewis and Clark” and the score of Lincoln School complex. Hours of Winners will have the opportunity family member or friend in place in Union County Senior Citizens the film Michael Collins. He holds a operation are Monday through to take home valuable prizes. times of need,” added Richard Council at (908) 964-7555. The Doctoral degree in Ethnomusicology Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays, MEMORIALS The event will include an open bar Stone, executive director of the Senior Citizens Council is a not- and has authored more than 100 books 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturdays, 9 524 Central Avenue with cordials, wine and beer. In addi- Union County Senior Citizens for-profit organization devoted to and articles on Irish music. a.m. to 1 p.m. Council. “Emergencies can strike the needs of older Americans, their Westfield, NJ (908) 233-2350 tion, there will be a dairy dessert buf- fet, with an international coffee bar. at any time.” families and caregivers. www.mastermemorials.com The evening also will feature a IN SESSION silent auction and raffles. Auction items will include tickets to sport- ing events, golf at nearby clubs and Library Friends to Present Enjoying Today Can Lessen hotel stays. “Casino Night promises to be a ‘Irish Balladeer’ Sunday Worries About Tomorrow Designer • Builders of fine really great event,” said Debbie MONUMENTS Friedman, Congregation Beth FANWOOD – The Friends of the sey Folk Festival, opened for Jim MARKERS Israel’s Ways and Means Commit- Fanwood Memorial Library will Henson and Kermit the Frog, and By Carol Pedro, Exec. Dir. Youth & Family Counseling Service tee chairwoman. “We’ve designed present Richard Stillman of Montclair performs every year at the New Jer- MAUSOLEUMS performing his show “The Irish Bal- sey Storytelling Festival. Mr. Stillman the evening with so much to do and Several recent clients have ex- happen or were far less devastating Lettered • Cleaned enjoy that even non-gamblers can ladeer” this Sunday, March 18, at 2 holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in than we imagined or were quite diffi- p.m. at the library. Admission will be Theatre from Dartmouth College and pressed feelings of financial concerns, have a lot of fun.” struggling to meet the growing de- cult but we survived! We explored Tim Doerr Casino Night costs $36 per per- free. a performing artists in the their expectations versus the reality The show will feature schools certificate from mands of the economy. One family, Sally Bauer Doerr son, which will include $100 in having lost the income of the primary and acceptance of what they have to gambling money. For more infor- Irish songs, storytelling, Columbia University. be grateful for now. Their children (established 1939) step dancing and music For the past 20 years he “breadwinner” due to lay-offs, be- mation, call the synagogue office at gins counseling for the first time. are healthy, safe and happy. Joshua Also: 300 Rt. 37 East (908) 889-1830. Congregation Beth on tenor banjo, guitar, has been touring in his and Emily are unaware of the finan- mandolin, bagpipes, own shows at theaters, Joe, 37, and Amy, 38, have been Toms River, NJ Israel is located at 18 Shalom Way, married for 12 years. They own a cial struggles and are adjusting to the at the corner of Martine Avenue, in pennywhistle, bones and schools and festivals. (732) 349-2350 modest home in a middle-class neigh- family’s changes. Emily “doesn’t Scotch Plains. harmonica. Dancers from These shows combine care” that she isn’t in private school the Marie Moore School original and traditional borhood. They have two children and by all accounts were “living the and enjoys her school; she is socially of Irish Dance in Scotch folk music, storytelling and academically thriving. Joshua Plains will start the per- and percussive dance. American dream…” Their older child, 9-year-old Joshua, attends a helps around the house to earn a formance. Some of the instruments small allowance and “feels good” Mr. Stillman received on which he performs are private school, while Emily, who is 6, Gray Funeral Homes just began first grade this year in a when he helps his Mom with the critical acclaim for his Scottish and Spanish bag- dishes and Dad in the yard. performance in Lady Be pipes, talking drum, Afri- public school. Amy and Joe express Since 1897 Richard Stillman feeling guilty that Emily is not in a Although Joe is not working in the Good at the Kennedy Cen- can kalimba, mandolin, corporate world he “dreamed about,” ter and the Goodspeed Opera House. ukulele, Russian balalaika, Puerto private school because “they can’t afford it.” he is working with a local business On Broadway, he played the Clerk of Rican cuatro and tenor banjo. Mr. doing pickup and deliveries, allow- Oxford in Canterbury Tales and un- Stillman also teaches theater, music, Joe and Amy open the first session with much anxiety about their own ing him more time with his family. derstudied Mummenschanz. He also dance and storytelling workshops in Instead of vacations away, the family has appeared in regional theater pro- schools. future and the future of their young children. Amy is fighting back has spent more time at home together. ductions, among them Take It From The Fanwood Memorial Library is The kids look forward to movie night the Top, with Ossie Davis and Ruby located at North Avenue and Tillotson tears…“How will we pay for college for our children? We may lose our and popcorn and they share dinner Dee; Twelfth Night with Jean Marsh Road. For more information and reg- together every night. Trips to the park and Nicholas Martin, and Hamlet with istration, call the library at (908) 322- home if Joe doesn’t find work! I can’t sleep worrying about the bills piling are more frequent and the kids love it. Rip Torn and Geraldine Page. 6400 or check the events calendar at After pointing out that Joe and He has performed at the New Jer- fanwoodlibrary.org. up.” Joe sits quietly, looking de- pressed, and says very little, except Amy have much to be grateful for Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in for interjecting “I’m sorry” as he and enjoy now rather than try to con- 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. lovingly holds his wife’s hand. Joe trol the future, they seem to have a Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the Library Event to Address adds, “I feel like a failure.” new attitude, a more positive per- personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or I offer comfort to Joe and Amy and spective. cremation. assure them they are not alone. I have Kids are often more resilient than Starting Business/Franchise heard this story before and I’m sure I we think. They would rather have the Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home WESTFIELD – The Westfield gram, visit the Westfield Memorial will again. I encourage the couple to time, love and attention from their 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. Memorial Library will host a work- Library’s website, wmlnj.org, and take a hard look at what would really parents than expensive things. Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 shop presented by Kean University’s click on the Online Calendar, or call make them feel better. I ask if you had Remember: “We worry about what William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. Small Business Development Center (908) 789-4090, extension no. 0. a magic wand, what would you a child will become tomorrow, yet we NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 entitled “Starting Your Own Busi- Library hours of operation are 9:30 change. Amy quickly responds, “I forget that he is someone today” – (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 ness or Franchise” on Tuesday, March a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thurs- would get Joe’s job back,” and Joe Stacia Tauscher. 20, at 6:30 p.m. The library is located day; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday and agrees. I ask “why?” They respond, “The best thing to spend on your children is your time” – Louise Hart. John-Michael “J.M.” Jones at 550 East Broad Street. Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. “we can stop worrying about the fu- Topics covered will include learn- For more information on library ture.” Can’t you stop worrying about * * * N.J. Lic. #4869 ing to write a business plan, choosing programs and services, call (908) 789- the future now…if you choose to? Carol M. Pedro is a licensed thera- Director the right legal entity, familiarizing 4090, visit wmlnj.org and sign up for You really have that in your control pist at Youth and Family Counseling oneself with accounting, record keep- the monthly e-newsletter, “Library right now. Service, 233 Prospect Street, www.grayfuneralhomes.com ing and small business taxes. Loop,” or stop by the library for a I reminded Joe and Amy that most Westfield, N.J.; (908) 233-2042; This program will be free and open copy of its award-winning quarterly of us can recall worrying about a website: yfcsnj.org. to the public. To register for the pro- newsletter, “Take Note.” number of situations that just didn’t A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 15, 2012 Page 9 2012 A MUST for businesses and Our 40th Annual EditionThis Is Westfield organizations in the region. Coming in May • Reserve your Ad space now • 908-232-4407 • [email protected] • Details are online: goleader.com/tiw Roosevelt Intermediate Nominations Welcomed For School Presents Peter Pan Annual Philhower Award WESTFIELD – Roosevelt Inter- Noodler, Chrissy Harvey as Mullins, WESTFIELD — Sherry Cronin, Westfield students. mediate School is proud to present the Maddie Kevelson as Jukes and Victoria President of the Westfield Rotary Members of the Selection Com- classic family musical Peter Pan on Napolitano as the First Brave. Club, announced that Friday, March mittee will include two Rotarians, March 23, 24 and 25. Featuring a cast The Lost Boys are played by Alison 30, is the deadline for nominations two elementary school principals and of 50 students and title character who Jaruzelski, Abbie Hurwitz, Abby for the 20th annual Charles Philhower a past Philhower recipient. Past “really flies,” the show is one of the Rothenberg, Lauren Singer, Maggie Fellowship award designated for a Philhower fellowship recipients in- most elaborate and technically ambi- Bergin, Chelsea Frisch, Sophie full-time elementary teacher in the clude Diane Eisen, Diana Collins, tious productions in Roosevelt’s long Hurwitz, Charlotte Fountain-Jardim Westfield Public Schools. Karen Geddis, Catherine McGarry, tradition of theater excellence. and Meagan O’Connell. The Indians Letters of nomination are invited Michael Burgess, Karen Yula, Mary Adapted from J.M. Barrie’s beloved are played by Grace Cash, Claudia from interested citizens, students and Dura, Stacie DeChristopher, Michele story about the boy who refuses to Dougherty, Gabrielle Dunn, Allie Westfield public school staff mem- Moise, Carole Kling, Anna Jane grow up, the show follows Peter Pan Safonov, Annie Condodina, Mackenzie bers and should be addressed to Sabbagh, Trista Pollard, Eva Morton, as he takes Wendy and her brothers on Pinkin, Abby Lafemina, Pamela Burke, Charles Philhower Fellowship Com- Angela LaCarrubba, Claudia a magical flight to Neverland, where Katherine Pink and Lucy Ritter. The mittee of the Westfield Rotary Club, Andreski, Bette Tuthill, Carol Joyce, they battle the notorious Captain Hook Pirates are played by Lauren Brumfield, c/o Office of the Superintendent of Carol A. Mastroianni, and Susan Schools, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, Feldman Glick. and his pirates with help from Tiger Greta Crandall, Gianna Morello, Lizzie Cast of Edison Intermediate School’s Cinderella Allen, Rachel Mattessich, NJ 07090, or e-mailed to “The Westfield Rotary Club’s Sidharth Eleswarapu, Erin [email protected]. Philhower Fellowship continues an Mackenzie, Catherine Edison to Present Cinderella Nominations should specify ways outstanding tradition of excellent co- Bergin, Samantha Blake WESTFIELD — The timeless en- Cinderella, Alex Cestero as Prince in which the teacher has demonstrated operation with our schools for the Greenaway and Sara chantment of a magical fairy tale Charming with Bri Litchholt as the outstanding teaching, interest in chil- benefit of our children,” stated Su- Frankel. will be reborn on Westfield’s Edison Queen, Ben Friedman as the King, dren and continued pursuit of profes- perintendent of Schools, Margaret The cast has been re- Intermediate School stage when the Erin Hanlon as the Fairy Godmother sional growth. The teacher must be a Dolan. hearsing for months to pro- students present Cinderella. The and Emma Ohlig, Emily Holtzman full-time faculty member in grades K duce show-stopping num- cast will bring to the stage all the and Stella Billek as the Stepmother – 5 in the Westfield Public Schools for More Education bers like “I Won’t Grow charm and elegance of a Rodgers and Stepsisters, the audience will a minimum of five years. The Fellow- Up,” “I’m Flying,” and and Hammerstein musical. be transported to the miraculous ship recipient is honored at a Rotary On Pages 21-22 “Hook’s Tango” under the Starring Eden Kettleson as kingdom of dreams-come-true. luncheon and receives a grant to fur- leadership of musical di- Cinderella will be presented on ther professional growth or to enhance Westfield School rectors Karen Romero and Thursday, March 15, at 4 p.m. and classroom activities for students. Sabino Losco, both music Friday and Saturday, March 16, and The award was instituted in 1993 Budget Updates teachers at Roosevelt. 17, at 7:30 p.m. The Thursday per- by the Westfield Rotary Club to rec- WESTFIELD — The next Stagecraft is being led by formance will be a special presen- ognize the importance of teaching in Westfield Board of Education pub- technical director Jason tation for elementary students with the elementary grades and to honor lic meetings on the budget will be Teague and stage manager all seats $5. Seating will be on a Westfield Rotarian and School Su- held Tuesday evenings at 8 p.m. at Kimberly Jonny, as well as first come basis for this perfor- perintendent Charles Philhower. Mr. 302 Elm Street on March 20 and 27. student stage managers mance. Reserved seating tickets for Philhower, who died in 1962, was The public is welcome to attend or Cassie Teschner, Anna Emory College the evening performances will be Supervising Principal (Superinten- keep apprised of board discussions Browne, Helen Sparrow $10 at the door. dent) of Westfield Public Schools for and presentations at and Jessica Guan. Announces Dean’s List 30 years – from 1917 to 1947 – and westfieldnjk12.org/1213budget and Cast of Roosevelt Intermediate School’s Peter Pan Tickets for Peter Pan, ATLANTA, Ga. — Suzanne WF Students Celebrate was President of the Westfield Ro- at westfieldnjk12.org/synopsis. which are reserved seat- Lemberg of Westfield, daughter of tary Club in 1929-30. As Rotary Presi- The board will finalize the 2012- Lily and her Indians. ing, are $8 in advance and $10 at the Barry Lemberg and Fran Lemberg, Black History Month dent, he instituted the club’s annual 2013 Westfield Public School bud- Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. on door. To purchase tickets in advance, was named to the Dean’s List of WESTFIELD — Roosevelt In- scholarship awards to graduating get on March 27. Friday, March 23, and Saturday, March contact Judy Augustino at Emory College for the 2011 fall se- termediate School in Westfield 24. There also will be a 2 p.m. matinee [email protected]. In addi- mester. ended the month of February by on Sunday, March 25. tion, Roosevelt students will be able to Students must be in the top 20 celebrating Black History Month The shows stars eighth graders purchase tickets during lunch periods percent of Emory College or have with its fifth annual visit by the Madeline Hudelson as Peter Pan, Frank on the Wednesday, Thursday and Fri- approximately a 3.81 grade point Newark Boys Choir. The school’s Guerriero as Captain Hook, Jessica day before the show. average or higher to be named to the Sharps and Flats singers joined the Zimmermann as Wendy and Maddy All shows will be performed on the Dean’s List. choir in two selections. The key- Metzger as Tiger Lily. main stage of Roosevelt Intermediate note speaker of the morning’s cel- Audiences will be amazed to see School, which is located at 301 Clark ebration was Lori Stokes, news an- Peter fly over the Roosevelt stage. The Street in Westfield. Refreshments will chor for WABC Eyewitness News. show’s director, Annie Brzozowski, said be sold before the show and during Ms. Stokes reflected on her own she and the cast are thrilled to be work- intermission. family’s personal history and told ing with professional flying-effects the Roosevelt student body, “One company Flying by Foy, the same team day you are going to change the that has “flown” Cathy Rigby and other Elon University world.” She added, “I know you are stars who played Peter Pan on Broad- going to make the world a better way. Flying by Foy will be at Roosevelt Announces Dean’s List place.” a week before the show to install their ELON, N.C. — Paige Carrington A slide show depicting the many specialized flying equipment and train Georgetown Names Geraghty of Westfield has been contributions of African-Americans the cast on how to use it safely. named to the Dean’s List for the concluded the morning’s assembly. Simmons to Dean’s List Roosevelt Principal Stew Carey SUPER TUESDAY…Fifth graders in Daria Plaskon-Gerber’s class at Franklin “Peter Pan is a fun musical with lots 2011 fall semester. School in Westfield recently created PowerPoint presentations in honor of of great songs and dance numbers. And WASHINGTON, D.C. — Joshua The Dean’s List is composed of thanked technology teacher Pam “Super Tuesday” primary elections. Each student highlighted a candidate’s it’s a show that gives a lot of kids a Simmons of Westfield has been students with no grade below a B- Friedman for organizing the event personal and professional background as well as plans for the economy, foreign chance to show off their talents,” said named to the Dean’s List, Second minus and a grade point average of and reminded students, staff and policy, the environment, healthcare and education. After their presentations to Ms. Brzozowski, a theater veteran who Honors, for the Fall 2011 Semester, at least 3.5 in a minimum of 12 guests to treat all people with dig- the fourth and fifth grade classes, students then had the opportunity to “vote” for is also a fifth-grade teacher at Jefferson Georgetown University. Joshua is a semester hours. nity and respect. a candidate. Elementary School. member of the class of 2015. To Ms. Brzozowski said she hopes qualify for Second Honors, a student The Law Offices Of Westfield-area families will come see must have a GPA of 3.7 or higher. the show, which is particularly fun for children stating,“ Even the dog, Nana, Edison Student Accepted Lisa M. 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Parents to Learn Tips Deutscher Club to Host On Money Lessons SCOTCH PLAINS – Jeffrey Romond, co-founder and managing Blood Drive March 24 partner for St. George Financial Part- CLARK – The Deutscher Club, years and should weigh at least ners in Mountainside, will present located at 787 Featherbed Lane in 120 pounds and be in general good “Talking to Your Children About Clark, will host a blood drive in health. Sixteen-year-olds need a Money” on Thursday, March 22, be- conjunction with The Blood Cen- consent form signed by a parent/ ginning at 7 p.m. at the Scotch Plains ter of New Jersey (BCNJ) on Sat- guardian. There is no upper age Public Library. urday, March 24, from 8 a.m. to 2 limit for donors provided they meet Free and open to the public, this p.m. health requirements. Donors program will give parents tools they Donors will first be asked medi- should bring a signed or picture can use to help their children under- cal history questions and given a form of identification. People with stand the importance of saving. The mini-health check, including pulse, a fever or sore throat should wait library is located at 1927 Bartle Av- blood pressure and iron level. The until they are feeling better before enue. MAKING SUMMER FUN actual donation of blood takes just donating, and there is a 24-hour “Even though the families I work five to seven minutes. Donors will deferral for teeth cleanings and with in Union County have different then be able to enjoy a light snack fillings. financial profiles, many share the Summer Camps 2012 provided by the Blood Center as Those who have recently traveled same concern in that they want their well as a continental breakfast or outside of the United States are asked children to become financially re- light German lunch provided by to call the blood center at (973) 676- sponsible,” said Mr. Romond. “Chil- the Deutscher Club. Each donor 4700, extension no. 140, for eligi- dren with a basic understanding of Have a blast, be creative, make lasting friendships, also will receive a $10 ShopRite bility criteria. For more information financial matters are better equipped gift card from the BCNJ. The en- or to sign up for this blood drive, call to manage as they mature. Since many tire process generally takes under the blood center at 1-(800) 652-5663, schools do not teach these lessons, I and try new activities, in a safe and “kid-approved” one hour. Donors will receive a extension no. 155. feel it’s important to give parents the free cholesterol screening directly tools to do so.” environment! from the BCNJ. www.goleader.com As part of his presentation, Mr. Donors can be as young as 16 Romond will furnish families with special piggy banks that can be used • One week or all summer to teach children the value of saving. The piggy banks have separate com- The Westfield Memorial Library presents partments for save, spend, donate and • Ages 3-15 invest, helping children understand Photographer Walter Choroszewski: these fundamental principles. “Timeline New Jersey” Pre-registration is recommended • Traditional, Sports, for this event. To register, visit the Wednesday, March 21 7:00 pm Scotch Plains Public Library’s Ref- Specialty, Travel and erence Desk, call the library at (908) 322-5007, extension no. 204, or e- Teen camps Walter Choroszewski, well- mail [email protected]. Registra- tion also is available online at known New Jersey photogra- scotlib.org/sppl/events/. • Indoor and outdoor pher, author and advocate of state pride, presents an award- YMCA Splash Week • Full-day, half-day, winning lecture offering his To Promote Safety unique images and perspective extended day SCOTCH PLAINS – The on New Jersey history. Travel Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA will along a timeline from the prime- hold SPLASH week Monday through • Cranford, Garwood, val dawn of the Highlands, Thursday, April 2 to 5, from 4:30 to

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Coming in May • Reserve your Ad space now • 908-232-4407 • [email protected] • Details are online: goleader.com/tiw Scotch Plains Library Plans Dickens and Austen Events SCOTCH PLAINS – This spring, On Monday, April 16, at 7 p.m., the Scotch Plains Public Library will librarian Pam Brooks will present a mark the 200th anniversary of tour of YouTube videos on Austen Charles Dickens’ birth and take note and Dickens. of Jane Austen’s large presence in The series will conclude on Mon- 21st-century popular culture with a day, April 30, at 7 p.m. when Connie series of films and lectures open to Paul will speak about Jane Austen all interested members of the public. and her enduring legacy. A retired The series will feature four weeks librarian, Ms. Paul co-founded the of Saturday double features, which Central Jersey Chapter of the Jane will juxtapose “traditional” retellings Austen Society of North America. at 11 a.m., followed by imaginative “As the TV and movie produc- takeoffs from the original novels at tions and continual books about her COFFEE AND CONVERSATION…Congregation Beth Israel (CBI) in Scotch 2 p.m. The films to be shown are as confirm, Jane Austen is more popu- Plains hosts monthly Coffee Clubs for current and prospective members. Free coffee and bagels are set out in the synagogue lobby on Sunday mornings once a follows: lar now than any time since her birth month, between 9 and 11 a.m., while Religious School is in session. The next Coffee Saturday, March 24: Oliver Twist over 200 years ago,” said Ms. Paul. Club will be March 25. For a complete listing of upcoming Coffee Clubs, call the (1951) and Oliver! (1968). “Who was she and how did she come synagogue office at (908) 889-1830 or contact Co-chairwomen Marcia Wiener Saturday, March 31: A Christmas to write the six books we love in her ([email protected]) or Linda Ross ([email protected]). CBI is located ROTARY WELCOME…The Rotary Club of Mountainside inducted its newest Carol (1984) and Scrooged! (1988). brief 41 years? We will discuss her at 18 Shalom Way. Pictured at the February 12 Coffee Club, from left to right, are: member, Anna Cicchetti, at its February 27 meeting. Ms. Cicchetti is the assistant Saturday, April 14: Emma (1996) life, her works, our favorite versions Rabbi George Nudell, Marcia Wiener, Jacqui Gross and Allen Gross. branch manager of Investors Bank on Morris Avenue in Springfield. Pictured and Clueless (1995, PG-13). of ‘Pride and Prejudice’ and other with Ms. Cicchetti are her sponsor, Rotarian Glenn Mortimer, left, and the Saturday, April 21: Pride and works, and what we read in-between Mountainside club’s past president, Mike Banick. The Rotary Club of Prejudice (2005) and Bride and reading her novels.” Mountainside meets on Mondays at 12:15 p.m. at Famous Dave’s on Route 22 in Prejudice (2004, PG-13). Registration for these free pro- Mountainside. Anyone interested in learning more about Rotary is invited to Robert Garnett will speak on Mon- grams is strongly recommended, and attend one of the club’s lunch meetings or to call Mr. Banick at (908) 233-0115. day, April 9, at 7 p.m. His topic will can be completed online at the be “Dickens in Love.” Mr. Garnett is library’s website, scotlib.org, by e- Professor of English at Gettysburg mail at [email protected], in per- WF Rescue Squad Launches College in Pennsylvania. Pegasus son or by calling (908) 322-5007, Books will publish his book on extension no. 202. The Scotch Plains Dickens and three women in his life, Public Library is located at 1927 Annual Fund-raising Drive “Charles Dickens in Love,” in the Bartle Avenue. WESTFIELD – The Westfield Vol- These demands include the increas- fall. unteer Rescue Squad has announced ing expense of running an ambulance the start of its annual fund drive. service that provides EMS coverage Now in its 62nd year of providing 24 hours a day, seven days a week. NAMI Chapter to Present emergency medical services to the Also, the recruitment and training of community of Westfield, the squad new volunteer EMTs is becoming is once again reaching out to resi- costlier and more difficult. Film on Training of Police dents for financial support. “We don’t bill for our service like WESTFIELD – The Union County train police officers on issues involv- According to Squad Captain other EMS providers and we can chapter of the National Alliance on ing mental illness and crisis situa- Jonathan Delano, the squad has had only continue to do what we do as Mental Illness (NAMI) invites mem- tions. an increase in operational demands. long as the residents support us,” bers of the public to attend a screen- The award-winning film will be Mr. Delano explained. ing of the film The Community We shown on Tuesday, March 27, at 7:30 THE JAMES WARD Westfield Mayor Andy Skibitsky Serve, a 20-minute video used to p.m. at American Legion Post No. 3, College Club to Hear announced the start of the squad’s located at 1003 North Avenue, West, Lecture on Wildlife annual fund drive at the February 28 Cardiologist to Give in Westfield. It was inspired and de- MANSION FANWOOD – The College Club town council meeting. At the meet- Lunch Talk at ‘Y’ veloped in Union County and was of Fanwood-Scotch Plains will ing, Mayor Skibitsky presented produced by the New Jersey state sponsor an inter-active lecture squad members with a proclamation WESTFIELD – The Westfield Area NAMI organization. The film is now Make Our Mansion Your Mansion about New Jersey wildlife on Mon- that declared March 2012 as “Y” will offer a Lunch and Learn used to train police officers all over day, March 19, at The Chelsea, “Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad program for active older adults on New Jersey and many other states – “THE BEST KEPT SECRET” IN NEW JERSEY located at 295 South Avenue in Month.” Wednesday, March 28, from 12:30 to even as far away as Guam. Fanwood. The proclamation made note of the 1:30 p.m. at the Main Y Facility, Additionally, former assistant pros- Specializing in weddings, birthday parties, squad’s 29,000 hours of volunteer located at 220 Clark Street in ecutor Maureen O’Brien will update Guest speaker David Wheeler, anniversaries, holiday parties and fundraisers. director of operations for the non- service that members provided to re- Westfield. attendees on the progress and ongo- profit Edison Wetlands Associa- spond to more than 2,400 emergency Dr. Robert Fishberg, a cardiologist ing training for police officers and tion, is the author of “Wild New medical calls in 2011. Squad mem- in Springfield, will present a lecture other relevant personnel involved in MAKE YOUR RESERVATION TODAY! Jersey.” The book discusses the bers on hand to receive the proclama- entitled “Are You at Risk for a Heart interactions during crisis situations. natural wonders of New Jersey. tion from the mayor included Mr. Attack?” He will explore the risks For more information, or in the %AST"ROAD3TREETs7ESTFIELD .*ss Mr. Wheeler looks at ways to pre- Delano, Susan Lagano, vice-presi- attributed to heart disease, the signs event of inclement weather, call (908) www.JamesWardMansion.com serve what is left of nature in the dent, and Dan Sullivan, treasurer. and symptoms, and available testing 233-1628. The e-mail address for the Garden State. Westfield residents and businesses involved with assessing risks for heart chapter is [email protected]. The lecture will begin at 7:45 p.m., can expect a fund drive letter in the disease. Dr. Fishberg has been in prac- but refreshments will be served at coming weeks. The squad, which is tice for 21 years. 7:15 p.m. All are welcome to hear located at 335 Watterson Street, also This program is free to members and discuss this topic. Mr. Wheeler’s currently is looking for new mem- and $3 for non-members. Participants book will be available for sale after bers. To learn more about the squad, are asked to bring a bag lunch. Inter- its mission or becoming a new vol- ested persons should register by Tues- A the lecture. unteer member, call (908) 233-2500. day, March 20. H T W ’ S

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times SHIFTING FROM WINTER CABIN FEVER TO SPRING FEVER…The high school spring sports are shifting into high gear in preparation for the regular season, which begins at the beginning of April. Left, the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School baseball team completes a few laps before practice. Right, the Blue Devil high school boys lacrosse team works on its footwork before practice. KNAPP, SCOTT LED IN PTS, THEFTS; MAGUIRE RBS BONACUM LED IN SCORING, REBOUND PERCENTAGE Young Blue Devils Improved Basketball Raider Boys Step Rapidly in Girls Basketball Up to Finish Season, 14-13

By DAVID B. CORBIN School boys basketball team was be our main guy. Losing him a couple By DAVID B. CORBIN had been on a 6-3 roll to up their in crucial situations throughout the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times record to 8-10. season. There were games where we going to be this season. of weeks before the season started Three freshmen, a sophomore and Probably the most inspiring vic- were losing to top-10 teams in the Having lost the presence of strong “That’s hurts! We worked all sum- hurt,” Raider Head Coach Dan a senior in the starting lineup trans- tory came on January 28 in Westfield county by small margins and it came rebounder/shooter Matt Jegede due mer, and last year we lost Patrick Doherty said. lated into a learning experience, but when the Blue Devils overcame a 29- down to free throws. When I started to an injury just before the season, Dougher. And Charles Oliver’s gradu- His absence caused a need to shuffle this year’s Westfield High School girls 16, halftime deficit to stun Scotch noticing that we needed to start work- there were questions as to how effec- ation [meant] a lot of points. Matt had the lineup quickly. basketball team caught on quickly Plains-Fanwood, 49-45. Similar to ing on our free throws, we would tive the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High a fabulous summer. He was going to CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 and finished with a 10-16 record. their victory last year, there were a shoot an average of 200 free throws a The Lady Blue Devils took their pair of big shots sank at the buzzer to day in practice, and it paid off,” Blue lumps early on and had a 2-7 record end the second and third quarters, but Devil Head Coach Joe Marino said. after losing a neck-and-neck battle it came down to the deadly free throw Maguire led the team with 127 with a tough Roselle Catholic team shooting of senior center Catherine rebounds, while adding 101 points, on January 10. Despite their youth, Maguire and the fast-paced game of 29 steals and 22 assists. the Blue Devils were not intimidated a trio of freshmen. Maguire sank 12 Freshmen Lily Scott and Jackie and put a scare in the Lady Lions of 14 free throws, and as a team, the Knapp, with their very aggressive until the final two minutes. Blue Devils went to the line a hefty style, took control of the offense and By February 4, after defeating the 38 times and sank 24 of them for a 63 led the team with 299, including 36 Roselle Rams, 61-37, in the Union percent average. 3-pointers, and 264 points, including County Tournament, the Blue Devils “We were missing our free throws CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

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But the soon-to-graduate senior defi- Some Interesting Choices nitely left his mark. With the team loaded this year in what had become his best By BRUCE JOHNSON event, the breaststroke, coach Jeff Knight Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times used the co-captain mostly in freestyle, where he became a key to the team’s People sometimes ask how it feels to Jeff Gilbert (WHS ’61): George W. record 1:37.88, .05 better than the same state championship; he was sub-1:50 in not be coaching, or involved with WHS Bush, Bruce Jester, Ronald Reagan. (JG: foursome’s time at the county champi- the 200 free, sub-50 in the 100 free and sports (other than writing the Devil’s the three greatest conservatives I know.) onships. a 22.4 in the 50 free, just missing the all- Den). Or they wonder what I do with all Dick Griggs (WHS ’56): jazz pianist Amazingly, considering the 14 state time Top 15 List in all three events. my newfound spare time. Bill Evans, my father K.C. Griggs, Mike team titles that WHS’s girls have accu- When he finally got to swim his spe- Simple: Read, read, and read some Mussina. mulated, it was the team’s first indi- cialty at Individual States, Bond turned more. There is nothing like reading a Drew Haley (Sayreville ’82): Jesus vidual or relay gold since 1982, when in a 1:01.50, which cracks into the top good book on a cold winter day, with Christ, my father Jim Haley, George Patty Wysock, Janney Zonnevylle, Fran 10 of the Top 15 List, a fraction .1 of a snow falling and my cat Nick sleeping Washington. Schmidt and Jen Frawley won the 200 second behind ’68 Olympian Dave David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times on my lap. Kim Aslanian Haley (Gill St. medley relay in 1:52.02. Perkowski’s 1:01.40. Bond also joined SCORING LEADER…Freshman Lily Scott, No. 20, led the Blue Devils in scoring And it’s been a great run of books Bernard’s ’88): my grandfather Artin (Note: The 1986 foursome of Lynne Max Shin, Brennan Haley and Matt with 299 points, including 26 3-pointers. lately. Starting in the fall with The Map Aslanian (KAH: he fled Ottoman Tur- Cassidy, Melissa Horner, Judi Brawer Daniel on a medley relay that made top of Time by Felix J. Palma. That was key as a child but died when I was very and Elizabeth Cummings won the ‘A’ 10 all-time. (Note: Bond, Alex Bond followed by “11-22-63” by Stephen young), my father-in-law Jim Haley Division 200-medley relay during the actually swam a one-double oh-seven Lady Blue Devils Improved Rapidly King, “End Game” about the eccentric (KAH: the man responsible for Drew) day, but lost to Watchung Hills in the in his 100 breast last weekend at Y chess master Bobby Fischer, “Batting CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 and my future great grandchild. Meet of Champions final that night. The states!) Cleanup: Bill Conlin,” a sort of greatest Sam Hayes (WHS ’14): My great, other state relay champs were the 1978 IN THE GENES 35 3-pointers, respectively. As fresh- bounds. Emily Brucia had 51 re- hits by the talented Philadelphia sports great, great grandfather Hayes (SH: first medley of Mary Davis, Dana Zonnevylle, After watching online via nj.com as men playing varsity in New Jersey, bounds and 32 points. Megan Mondon writer, and “The Silent Season of a name unknown), actress Molly C. Lora Masters, Cindy Nichols; and the Anthony Pafumi lost a tough semifinal Scott and Knapp were rated 3-5, of- had 42 points. Sarah Seitz added 11 Hero,” another best-of, this time by Quinn, Paul Simon. 1980 400 free of Frawley, Kelly Scott, (he eventually finished third at 170 fensively. assists, 14 rebounds and 21 points. sports writer Gay Talese. Currently it’s Bruce Johnson (WHS ’63): Chris Schmidt, Erin Scott.) pounds) at the state wrestling tourna- Knapp, who had 85 rebounds, and Colleen Gallagher had 38 points and a re-read of “The Great American Novel” Campbell, Paul Robeson, Robert Turner, Although Cronin and Baldwin swam ment, it was impossible not to be im- Scott, who had 54 rebounds, also led 30 rebounds. by Philip Roth, another classic. Jim Turpin (BJ: four of Westfield’s all- well in their individual MOC races – pressed with the Westfield resident’s the team with 62 and 56 assists, respec- With their heart, spunk and talent, The first two books both dealt with time greats.). Cronin second in the 100 free, Baldwin immense talent. He had the look of tively. They were also the chief thieves this year’s very young team bears a time travel, which can be an interesting Jeff Kole (WHS ’76): John Lennon, second in the 50 free and third in the 100 Gary Kehler-schooled wrestlers like with 61 and 48 steals, respectively. subject if handled well, and it’s beauti- Mickey Mantle, Ronald Reagan. back – WHS’s last individual state cham- Kurt Stiefken, Rich Gottlick and Joe resemblance to the 2005 group of fully done in both books. Imagine if you “They are feisty, and they have freshmen who, by their senior year, Glen Kurz (WHS ’91): Blair wres- pions came in 1978 and ’79, when Mas- Birmingham: smarts, speed and strength had a chance to go back in time, or tling coach Jeff Buxton, John Candy, ters and D. Zonnevylle won back-to- in equal doses. quick reflexes. They will challenge became Union County Tournament forward. Where would you want to go? you. I would go with that. That they wrestling legend Dan Gable. (GK: I’d back titles in the 50 free. (Note: Baldwin It was also sad to realize he was champions. And if you could go back in time, would love to see how much Candy could eat, won New Jersey YMCA state champi- wrestling for a parochial school in Jer- are chief thieves,” Coach Marino said. Coach Marino said, “If I have to do you change anything if you even could? and watch Gable’s reaction.) onships in the 50 free and 100 back last sey City, rather than at WHS; especially Freshman Jamie Miller, ranked No. a comparison between the two teams, That’s what happens in 11-22-63, when Dave Lazarus (Hillside ’74): Aristotle, weekend.) since he had come up as a local legend 6 on the freshman scoring chart, sank I think the team we have this year is a the book’s protagonist has a chance to go Lou Gehrig, William Shakespeare. LESS WAS MORE through the town’s youth wrestling pro- 130 points, had 38 rebounds, 33 steals lot more relentless verses the other. back and prevent the assassination of Steve Merrill (WHS ’71): My grand- Amid all the chaos of the Sunday- grams and attended public school until and 29 assists. The other team always had the desire President John F. Kennedy. (Note: while father Harold D Merrill Sr., my uncle Monday (Feb. 26-27) surrounding ninth grade. He was co-captain of the “Jamie is feisty. These girls only to win, and I see this again happening loving the book, I sided against King and Herbert, George Washington. WHS’s 23rd boys swimming champi- Westfield’s 2008 eighth grade wres- have one speed. They don’t know with this group. That team, we had with his wife Tabitha, who doesn’t be- Don Mokrauer (WHS ’63): Nicolaus onship, the 14th girls swim champion- tling team, along with Mike Kalimtzis how to quit. The one thing this team Erin Miller, Gab O’Leary, Steph lieve Lee Oswald was the lone assassin, Copernicus, Charles Darwin, Sigmund ship, playing “23 bottles of beer on the and Troy Skibitsky. That team went 9- has is the ability to go nonstop,” Coach Slodycka and Katie Cronen. They if indeed he was involved at all.) Freud (DM: the individuals responsible wall” (and losing after it was down to 2-1 (losing to Cranford 29-28 and Ber- Marino said. played together for many years. They Anyhow, the Den’s Faithful Readers for the three great revolutions in the “6”) and my Devil’s Den deadline, it keley Heights 34-10 while tying Lin- Sophomore Carly Friedman molded into a great basketball team. were recently asked to do something thinking of man). was inevitable that something crucial den) and included current WHS wres- stepped into the starting lineup and This team has the same heart and similar, use a time machine to bring Kevin Oster (WHS ’12): comedian might be overlooked. tlers Colin Barber, Brian Bulger, Keiran grabbed 101 rebounds, while scoring desire.” three people from any time in history to Steve Carell, Thomas Edison, John F. Sophomore Tyler Lessner turned in Cline, Mike DeLouisa, Luke Gibbons, share a meal. It’s an interesting concept, Kennedy. two of the fastest times in WHS history, Nick Knepper and Ellis Opoku. 100 points. She also added 44 steals, Coach Marino added, “I think with although limiting the dinner table to 30 assists and seven blocked shots. Max Shin (WHS ’13): Sean Beattie, in the 200-individual medley (2 .02) So it goes, eh? Despite the defection, this team, I have better shooters. Erin just three guests can require some tough Alec Penn, Noah Styles. and 100 breaststroke (1 .50). More im- WHS this winter had the winningest At the very beginning of the sea- Miller was a great shooter. Gabby editing. (I had to not invite Billy Bragg, Lowell Snare (North Hunterdon ’63): portantly, his second-place finishes team in school history (20-5) and the 61- son, there were a few more veterans O’Leary had a great nose for the ball, Walt Clarkson, Bob Dylan and Jack comedian Jerry Lewis, Marine Lt. Gen- broke up potential 1-2 finishes by the 22 record over the past four years makes in the starting lineup, but injuries but as far as Jackie Knapp and Lily Kerouac.) eral Lewis Burwell (Chesty) Puller, Ted Panthers in both races, either of which this year’s seniors by far the winningest yielded the lineup that stayed until Scott, they shoot as well as Erin. Here are the dinner reservations we Williams. would have turned the meet (an 86-84 class in WHS wrestling history. season’s end. Jamie Miller has the heart as her had received by noon on Monday (some Jack Steimel (Holy Trinity ’72): John WHS victory) the other way. (Note: Pafumi’s father Sal (WHS ’82) was a “Casey Schuster, my captain, sisters had on the court. I can do more with comments): F. Kennedy, rocker “Southside” Johnny Lessner went 1 .20 last weekend at standout two-way tackle for Kehler’s Carolyn Maguire, also my captain, things with my toolbox with this group Alex Bond (WHS ’12): Michael Jor- Lyon, Mickey Mantle. YMCA states.) 1981 football team that went 8-2. He and I was also starting [sophomore] that I couldn’t do with them when dan, US Navy Seal Marcus Luttrell, Ed Thorne (WHS ’64): Marc Antony Lessner’s IM time puts him in the No. also was a major point-producer in the Alexis Kardias. Two of the three they were freshmen, so I am looking Ron Paul. (ET: how hot was Cleopatra?), Ben- 8 spot on the Top 15 List, trailing Darren weights on the WHS spring track team, wound up with injuries. I brought forward to a great future with them.” Chris Campbell (WHS ’73): Dr. Mar- jamin Franklin (ET: so, how was Paris, Hertell, Pat Daurio, Tim Romano, Chris serving as co-captain (with Barron Carly up from the JV with the inten- With the exception of one starter, a tin Luther King Jr., Franklin D. sir?), Jeff Torborg, McFadden, Larry Zhang, Jack Lorentzen Chambliss, Dave Fitzgerald and Dave tion that I needed somebody for re- more experienced group of Blue Dev- Roosevelt, Sun Tzu, an ancient Chinese Matt Trinkle (WHS ’12): Fidel Castro, and Chris DeLaFuente, just ahead of Nathanson) of an unbeaten team that bounds. She did more than get us ils will take to the court next year. military general, strategist and philoso- John F. Kennedy, Rex Ryan. 1978 state champion Paul Healy and ’93 won county and conference titles in his rebounds. She managed to get us some “We are going to keep working. We pher. DROUGHT IS OVER all-American Dave Schwartz. 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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times RAIDER LEADING SCORER AND REBOUNDER…Junior Tom Bonacum, center, led the Raiders in rebounds with a 9.8 average per game and led in scoring with 12 points per game. Basketball Raider Boys Finish Season, 14-13 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 “We still knew we were going to be average and rebounds with a 9.8 aver- but when the season gets going, you a great defensive team, but offen- age, but also he was quite proficient in kind of focus on who you are going to sively, we had to find some scorers. It creating steals and blocking shots. play,” Coach Doherty said. took us a little while. Early on we “Tom Bonacum early on was our Of the starters, Byers, Johnston and started 0-2, but we really started com- main go-to guy, but by the middle of Gonzales will graduate, which leaves ing to form in early January,” Coach the season, on any given night, some- Bonacum and Noel-Brooks as the Doherty said. body could be our David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Seniors Anthony Byers, Ian leading scorer. An- GREAT SEASON… Junior heavyweight Anthony Tufaro, top, placed first in the Union County Tournament, first in Johnston and Dom Gonzales, along thony was leading Region 3 and went on to place eighth at the NJSIAA tournament to finish 33-5, upping his career varsity record to 77-29. with juniors Tom Bonacum and scorer sometimes. Xavier Noel-Brooks pulled together, Dom was. Ian was. the UCT, first in District 11 and first He also beat a kid, who took third in the entire year. He forfeited AFC qualified for the sectional tournament Xavier was. All five in Region 3 at 220-lbs to enter the the region. His match with [Ryan] championship tickets to come to the and finished with a 14-13 record, starters were lead- NJSIAA Tournament at AC with a Merkel [Roselle Park] in the county counties when it got snowed out and which included three down-to-the- ing scorers at points 31-1 record. Gambling with his judo- finals is probably the one thing that moved to that Sunday. He had a strong wire games with the Rahway Indians, in the year,” Coach style techniques, he did not have much stands out the most in terms of indi- showing. He is a heck of a tourna- who surpassed 20 victories. Doherty said. luck at AC and finished 31-3. vidual performance. In terms of him ment wrestler,” Coach Gavor said. “The Rahway games were all great, Byers averaged “Andrew definitely surprised. We staying healthy and the entire team At 113-lbs, freshman Tommy close games, which we came out on about seven points knew he was a tough kid. We ex- for the entire season, I have to credit Cunningham placed third in the UCT the wrong end of all of them. They are per game, but his pected him to be a nice 1-2 punch coach [Nick] Giannaci, coach [Marc] and third in the district, and finished a great team every year. Every year, athletic ability with Anthony, but for him to come Fabiano. That really is a credit to the with a 20-14 record. they are pushing 20 wins. They won earned him a seven out and have a 22-23-match win- strength conditioning and injury pre- “He had a tremendous year. To our conference this year, so a double rebound per game ning streak after the loss in the Goles vention they do as a coaching staff,” have a kid like him and JT Beirne overtime game and one by three in average in addition finals, that’s impressive. Obviously, Coach Gavor said. come out as freshmen and really have the states, we played really well. We to being very stub- we would have liked to see him Senior Mike Steinfeld placed fourth the showing that they did, had a lot to matched their athleticism, but the ball born defensively. have better competition throughout in the UCT and third in the district at do with the momentum of the team,” went their way a couple of times, “Rebounding, we the course of the year. This way, he 145-lbs. Injured midway through the Coach Gavor said. Coach Doherty said. could run the floor, wasn’t seeing his better competi- season, he still finished 13-5. Freshman Beirne placed third in The Raiders did have a slow start and defensively, he David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times “Steinfeld defi- the district at 106-lbs and finished getting coordinated at the beginning was one of the bet- TOPS IN ASSISTS…Raider senior Dom Gonzales, No. 5, nitely muscled up. with a 23-14 record. of the season, but a big win against ter defenders,” shared the team lead in assists with Ian Johnston. He missed a Sophomore Dom Natale placed Woodbridge showed a light at the end Coach Doherty said. couple of third in the UCT at 138-lbs, but his of the tunnel. Johnston averaged 11 points per only returning starters. matches. A lot of season was cut short before the dis- “Early in the year, a big game for us game and shared the team lead in “Next year, Tom Bonacum and people don’t real- tricts and he finished with a 19-8 was our Christmas tournament against assists with Gonzales (9 points per Xavier will be our two main guys. ize that he was record. Junior Steve Carrion took over Woodbridge. They were a very good game) with four per game. Noel The rest, we are going to be dealing wrestling with a and placed third in the district to team with a Division 1 player, and we Brooks averaged seven points per with some inexperienced kids, but broken finger all finish with an 11-4 record. did a fabulous job on him. At the time, game and averaged four rebounds we have some young talent coming the way through Senior Luke Vuono competed pri- we were 1-3, so it was an important per game. up. We have Matt Greenberg. We the regions. marily at 170-lbs and finished 14-14. game to get. It got us to 2-3 and put us One glaring absence on the Raid- have a freshman Leo Ramos. We have Michael is the Senior Mike McFarlane finished 11- on a little winning streak,” Coach ers’ schedule were the annual show- Quaryee Bull, who will be a junior, closest thing you 12 at 195-lbs. Dom Pigna finished Doherty pointed out. downs with rival Westfield. and point guard Andrew Voysest. If can say to a colle- 15-17 competing at 160-lbs. Sopho- Bonacum became the go-to man, “Of course we miss that. They are we do some work, we can still be giate wrestler that more Matt Ridge, competing at 170- especially in the early part of the sea- always a solid team. New coach this good next year. As long as these kids we have on the lbs and 182-lbs, finished with a 17-14 son. Bonacum not only led the Raiders year, but still a solid team. It’s always work, we will be in good shape next team. He is not record. 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Lenore Ferguson placed fourth on floor exercise and fourth on the WESTFIELD 4TH GRADE GIRLS BLUE…Pictured, left to right, are: kneel- on the balance beam. Zoe Wernsing uneven bars. Caroline Yessman took ing; Amanda Paden, Sintra Rumpeters, Julia Horne, Emily Plump, Jessica earned fourth on vault. third on vault. DiVirgilio placed Schlewitt and Kacey Brennan; standing, Sofia Carayannopoulos, Jackie Grace Fontana captured first place fourth on balance beam. Anya LaMastra, Chelsea Birkel, Elizabeth Stahl, Regan Schultz and Faith Dobosiewicz. All-Around in the 10-11 age group. Szewczuk also competed in the 11- tory against Mendham. Regan Schultz Dobosiewicz’s final scoring drive and Fontana also received first on floor 12+ age group. regularly intimidated opponents de- Horne’s pinpoint passing against a exercise, second on vault and third on The next home meet at the fensively, and her nice outside shot trapping defense were key to the uneven bars and balance beam. Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA will made her an inside threat. Elizabeth team’s victory against Long Hill. Stephanie Schramm earned first on be on Saturday, April 21. Stahl was a formidable rebounder, defender and scorer, including scor- PUBLIC NOTICE ing sprees in two wins against TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Branchburg. Sofia Carayannopoulos ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE was a fierce defender who collected PLACE TO PLACE TRANSFER countless steals, and Jackie LaMastra Take notice that application has been made to the Township of Scotch Plains was a strong rebounder. Jessica Council to transfer Plenary Retail Con- Schlewitt was a true defensive stop- sumption License No. 2016-33-006-009, The Westfield “Y” 12U travel boys basketball team per, and Sintra Rumpeters was strong heretofore a pocket license, to the pre- passer and shooter. mises located at 450 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076. Brave Spirits, WF ‘Y’ 12U Boys Have Successful B’ball Season Kacey Brennan had very good L.L.C., with a business address of 450 speed on the perimeter, had a nice Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey Competing in the NJ YMCA Bas- Dazzo, Carson Gama, Eric Knauss, outside shot and made a clutch free will be the holder of the license, and Michael ketball League, the Westfield “Y” Sammy Piatnitsky, Nick throw that sealed the team’s overtime Brennan, 2268 Jersey Avenue, Scotch 12U travel basketball team recently Savorgiannakis, Luke Spellman, Josh victory against Randolph. Amanda Plains, New Jersey 07076, and John completed a successful season with a Brandli, 136 Ogden Ave 1S, Jersey City, Stryker, Connor Trower and Eli Weaver. Paden was a potent offensive threat New Jersey 07307, are the one hundred runner-up finish to the regular sea- Under the guidance and leadership from the left wing, regularly driving (100%) percent owners of Brave Spirits, son. Additionally, the team put forth of head coach Kevin Spellman and to the basket against opposing de- L.L.C. an outstanding effort in the season- assistant coach Philip Weaver, the fenses, and Paden’s pressure defense Objections, if any, should be made im- ending NJ YMCA statewide 12U tour- mediately in writing to Bonnie Lacina, SUCCESSFUL SEASONS…The Immaculate Heart of Mary fourth grade girls team was extremely competitive and was key in the Mendham victory. R.M.C., Municipal Clerk, Township of nament capturing third place in the displayed tremendous heart through- basketball team, comprised of eight Scotch Plains second through fourth graders, Emily Plump’s play on the perimeter Scotch Plains Municipal Building, 430 Park wrapped up its season with a 23-5 win over the Westfield Blue girls. Third grader three-day event. out the season. Scoring and rebound- was fearless, having a nice outside Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076. Brave Spirits, L.L.C. 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Offensively, close until the Bobcats pulled away the Bobcats had a balanced attack. in the second half. Defensively, Paige Dumont, Ava In the other match-up, the Bucks Graham, Kayla RInn, Julia Robb prevailed in a fast-paced game over and Emma Shakal frustrated the the Lakers. Bridget Rafferty, Allison Bull’s by pressuring the ball and Mattessich, Erica Hayden and Ryan creating numerous turnover oppor- Kirby led the Bucks in scoring. Annie tunities, while Jessica Perkins, Nina Harrington, Rollins Terry, Casey Pitre and Molly Sheil helped control Ryan, and Olivia McElheny were the backboards. Also supporting the strong on the boards, and Allie Bobcat’s on both ends of the court Piscitelli and Mia DeVito continued were Katie Boyle, Cynthia Cote and with their season-long swarming de- Chelsea Frisch. fense and persistent play. LEAGUE CHAMPIONS…The In-Parish St. Helen’s 3/4th grade basketball Abby Apostolos, Ally Borg, Despite their power game being team, coached by Mike McKenna, defeated the Clemson squad, coached by Ron Shovlin, in the semifinals and then the North Carolina team, coached by John Catherine Posyton and Amanda weakened with Emma Rogers and Czarnecki, in the finals to take home the FSU title on March 6. Pictured, left to Wisniewski provided the scoring for Julia Roth away, the Lakers played right, are: front row; Connor Walsh, John DeSantis and Max McKenna; the Bulls. Ally Hornstein and Olivia tough “D” with Sarah Fox, Julia standing, Danny Kohler, Luke Scanlan, Liam Tucker, Ronit Rao, Bennett Stock led the team in rebounding. Clifford, Sara Weiss and Emma CHAMPIONSHIP SUNDAY...On March 4, the Scotch Plains Immaculate Heart Galindo, Hank Shapiro and Coach Mike McKenna. On the defensive side, the play of Conlon bringing their usual harass- of Mary 6th grade girls basketball team captured the Clark Crusaders Winter Kate Gonzalez, Maggie Mcdonald, ing style. Leah Sherman, Ally Gulla, Tournament Championship for the second consecutive year and the Wayne PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE League Championship. Team members include: Maddy Bord, Isabella Corsaro, Maddie Parrish and Jordan Lipkind Isabella DiDario, Nya Downing, Danielle Mrozek, Katie Mrozek, Erika Muskus, TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS were strong under the boards while COUNTY OF UNION Brianna O’Brien and Alex Scariati. Coaches include: Head Coach Frank Scariati, Probitas Verus Honos Sara Isser and Olivia Milford put up Assistant Coach Katherine DeCataldo and Assistant Coach Jeff O’Brien. Their TAKE NOTICE, The undersigned will expose for sale at Public Auction, in accordance some good shots. overall two-year team record is 70-6. with Title 39:10A-1, at the times and locations specified below, the following motor vehicles which came into the possession of the Scotch Plains Police Department through abandonment or failure of owners to claim same. All the vehicles on the following lists are offered in strictly “as is” condition, with no representation as to condition or fitness for any particular purpose. FSPY 30+ Basketball League Regular Season Comes to End Purchase must be made by cash or certified check. A 10% deposit must be given at time of auction. Balance must be paid by 4:00 p.m. the same day. The regular season closed with a ting-up a first round match-up with Division. NBN got 27 points from reached double figures with 11 points. The public auction shall be held on March 21, 2012 in accordance with the laws of the State of New Jersey pertaining thereto. triple-header of competitive games SWISH in the League’s East Dvision. Brian Parker and 14 from Steve Colao. SWISH will play the Dominators, in the Fanwood-Scotch Plains “Y” The Ballerz, once 4-1, dropped to 4- NBN also gets a first-round bye and and DT will face Ballerz to open the The following vehicles may be examined at ACE Service Center, 1509 Front Street, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, at 9:15am. Public Auction will commence at 9:30 am. Men’s Basketball League as they 8. They open the playoffs against will play the winner of Dream Team playoffs. completed Week 12. Dream Team in the West Division. and Ballerz in the West Division. EAST DIVISION: MAKE YEAR VIN NO. MINIMUM BID TEAM W L Lex 1990 JT8UF11EXL0045398 $2850.00 Game 1 ended with Dominators In Game 2, Full Court crushed Game 3, ended with SWISH giving defeating Ballerz, 49-43. Domina- Nothing But Net, 82-58. In a match- Dream Team a nightmare with a 43- Full Court 9 3 The following vehicles may be examined at Franks Auto Repair, 56 Martine Avenue, SWISH 8 4 Fanwood, New Jersey, at 10:15am. Public Auction will commence at 10:30 am. tors put six of six players in the scor- up of division winners, Full Court 33 beating, ending their four-game Dominators 4 8 ing column, led by Jason Pompeo made its case for the playoffs. Jack winning streak. Jamal Berry scored MAKE YEAR VIN NO. MINIMUM BID WEST DIVISION: Niss 2005 3N1CB51D65L543100 $2850.00 with 17 points and Ian Brown with Ryan with 35 points, Jerry Baglien 16 points, Eric Lyght added 11 and TEAM W L 12. Peter Chemidlin and Ara with 25 and Jason Holley with 13 led Steve Filler contributed eight for Nothin’ But Net 7 5 Bozena Lacina, RMC Movsesian added seven each as the FC, who will await the winner of SWISH. Despite all eight players scor- Dream Team 4 8 Township Clerk Ballerz 4 8 1 T - 3/15/12, The Times Fee: $44.88 Doms finished the season 4-8, set- SWISH and Dominators in the East ing for DT, only one, Chris Mattina, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Improvement of Instructional Services 11-000-221-XXX 529,849 669,171 926,706 Educational Media Services - School Library 11-000-222-XXX 701,738 722,431 702,359 BOARD OF EDUCATION Instructional Staff Training Services 11-000-223-XXX 712,477 838,986 848,123 General Administration 11-000-230-XXX 768,157 900,948 732,892 School Administration 11-000-240-XXX 2,703,928 2,786,141 2,827,377 SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD, NEW JERSEY Central Svcs & Admin Info Technology 11-000-25X-XXX 1,402,213 1,502,761 1,464,573 Deposit to Maintenance Reserve 10-606 500,000 In accordance with the New Jersey Statutes relating hereto, Notice is hereby given that the Board of Education of the school district Interest Earned on Maintenance Reserve 10-606 50 of the Township of Scotch Plains and the Borough of Fanwood has prepared a tentative budget for the school year beginning July 1, Operation and Maintenance of Plant Services 11-000-26X-XXX 6,886,933 7,850,050 7,061,923 2012 and ending June 30, 2013, which is on file and open for inspection at the Secretary’s office in the Administration Offices, Cedar Student Transportation Services 11-000-270-XXX 2,383,885 2,816,568 2,880,319 Street and Evergreen Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Personal Services - Employee Benefits 11-XXX-XXX-2XX 13,029,866 14,426,988 15,446,700 It should be observed that expenditures are shown under a GAAP format (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) approved by Total Support Services Expenditures 40,672,892 44,780,608 45,340,582 the New Jersey Department of Education. This format shows the School District’s tentative budget by general program rather than in TOTAL GENERAL CURRENT EXPENSE 71,169,844 76,710,649 79,292,176 the line item structure, thus providing the reader with a better understanding of how the district plans to utilize community resources. Pubic Hearing on said budget will be held at the Administration Offices, Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street, Scotch Plains, New CAPITAL EXPENDITURES Jersey, at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 22, 2012. Deposit to Capital Reserve 10-604 325,000 The tentative budget will be on file and open for examination from the date of this Notice until March 22, 2012 between the hours of Interest Earned on Capital Reserve 10-604 50 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. prevailing time, on regular school days, in the Office of the Secretary, Administration Offices, Cedar Street and Equipment 12-XXX-XXX-73X 922,103 190,521 116,350 Evergreen Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Facilities Acquisition and Construction Services 12-000-4XX-XXX 1,072,493 1,180,173 2,432,284 The tentative budget has been reviewed and approved by the Executive County Superintendent of Schools prior to this legal TOTAL CAPITAL EXPENDITURES 1,994,596 1,370,694 2,873,684 advertisement. Transfer of Funds to Charter Schools 10-000-100-56X 28,347 32,142 The school district has proposed programs and services in addition to the core curriculum content standards adopted by the State OPERATING BUDGET GRAND TOTAL 73,192,787 78,113,485 82,165,860 Board of Education. Information on this budget and the programs and services it provides is available from your local school district. SPECIAL GRANTS AND ENTITLEMENTS James J. Davis, Business Administrator/Board Secretary Local Projects 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 101,925 159,096 79,809 Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education Preschool Education Aid:: Scotch Plains, New Jersey Instruction 20-211-100-XXX 49,500 49,500 49,500 TOTAL PRESCHOOL EDUCATION AID 49,500 49,500 49,500 Other State Projects: SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET STATEMENT Nonpublic Textbooks 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 55,912 48,099 50,000 Nonpublic Auxiliary Services 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 89,683 97,531 85,000 FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR 2012-2013 Nonpublic Handicapped Services 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 250,994 238,853 225,000 Nonpublic Nursing Services 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 66,435 68,702 65,000 UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG Total State Projects 512,524 502,685 474,500 ADVERTISED ENROLLMENTS Federal Projects: Title I 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 77,944 160,739 110,000 OCTOBER 15, 2010 OCTOBER 15, 2011 OCTOBER 15, 2012 Title II 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 93,766 90,752 60,000 ENROLLMENT CATEGORY ACTUAL ACTUAL ESTIMATED Title IV 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 3,562 Pupils on Roll Regular Full-Time 4789 4816 4807 I.D.E.A. Part B (Handicapped) 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 2,002,720 1,544,740 1,050,000 Pupils on Roll Regular Shared-Time 24 18 29 Total Federal Projects 2,177,992 1,796,231 1,220,000 Pupils on Roll - Special Full-Time 645 636 615 TOTAL GRANTS AND ENTITLEMENTS 2,792,441 2,458,012 1,774,309 Pupils on Roll - Special Shared-Time 13 16 10 Subtotal - Pupils on Roll 5471 5486 5461 REPAYMENT OF DEBT Private School Placements 66 69 72 Repayment of Debt - Regular 40-701-510-XXX 2,495,801 1,806,964 1,749,932 Pupils Sent to Other Districts-Reg Prog 2 1 2 TOTAL REPAYMENT OF DEBT 2,495,801 1,806,964 1,749,932 Pupils Sent to Other Dists-Spec Ed Prog 36 27 36 Total Expenditures 78,481,029 82,378,461 85,690,101 Pupils Received 75 1 85 DEDUCT EXPENDITURES INCLUDED IN MULTIPLE FUNDS DUE TO TRANSFERS: Pupils in State Facilities 1 Local Contrib-Transfer to Grants & Entitlements 11-1XX-100-93X UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG Capital Reserve - Transfer to Repayment of Debt 12-000-400-933 Transfer Property Sale Proceeds to Debt Svc Res 11-000-520-934 ADVERTISED REVENUES TOTAL EXPENDITURES NET OF TRANSFERS 78,481,029 82,378,461 85,690,101 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG BUDGET CATEGORY ACCOUNT ACTUAL REVISED ANTICIPATED OPERATING BUDGET ADVERTISED RECAPITULATION OF BALANCES Budgeted Fund Balance - Operating Budget 10-303 750,000 3,867,766 AUDITED AUDITED ESTIMATED ESTIMATED Withdrawal from Maint. Reserve 10-310 500,000 BALANCE BALANCE BALANCE BALANCE Revenues from Local Sources: BUDGET CATEGORY 6/30/2010 6/30/2011 6/30/2012 6/30/2013 Local Tax Levy 10-1210 74,107,662 73,596,374 74,816,890 Tuition 10-1300 225,000 255,000 Unrestricted: Interest Earned on Maintenance Reserve 10-1XXX 600 50 General Operating Budget 2,419,180 2,266,630 1,861,592 1,555,997 Interest Earned on Capital Reserve Funds 10-1XXX 40 50 Repayment of Debt 110,248 148,292 148,292 0 Unrestricted Miscellaneous Revenues 10-1XXX 1,493,284 305,000 149,900 SUBTOTAL 75,601,586 74,126,374 75,221,890 Restricted for Specific Purposes: Revenues from State Sources: General Operating Budget: Exraordinary Aid 10-3131 719,704 819,704 300,000 Capital Reserve 46,591 546,631 1,421,631 1,746,681 Other State Aids 10-3XXX 28,032 Adult Education Programs 0 0 0 0 Categorical Special Education Aid 10-3132 659,090 1,429,442 2,455,543 Maintenance Reserve 400,700 1,251,300 1,376,300 1,876,350 Categorical Security Aid 10-3177 79,992 Legal Reserve 344,962 3,907,133 3,562,171 0 Categorical Transportation Aid 10-3121 215,669 Tuition Reserve 0 0 0 0 SUBTOTAL 1,406,826 2,249,146 3,051,204 Current Expense Emergency Reserve 0 0 0 0 Revenues from Federal Sources: Repayment of Debt: Medicaid Reimbursement 10-4200 28,991 25,000 25,000 Restricted for Repayment of Debt 0 0 0 0 Education Jobs Fund 18-4522 149,340 SUBTOTAL 28,991 174,340 25,000 UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG Adjustment for Prior Year Encumbrances 313,625 ADVERTISED PER PUPIL COST CALCULATIONS Actual Revenues (Over) / Under Expenditures -3,844,616 TOTAL OPERATING BUDGET 73,192,787 78,113,485 82,165,860 2011-12 2011-12 2012-13 2009-10 2010-11 ORIGINAL REVISED PROPOSED GRANTS AND ENTITLEMENTS ACTUAL ACTUAL BUDGET BUDGET BUDGET Revenues from Local Sources 20-1XXX 101,925 159,096 79,809 Per Pupil Cost Calculations: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Revenues from State Sources: Total Budgetary Comparative Per Pupil Cost 11,812 11,221 11,941 12,206 12,647 Preschool Education Aid 20-3218 49,500 49,500 49,500 Total Classroom Instruction 7,141 6,889 7,152 7,331 7,780 Other Restricted Entitlements 20-32XX 463,024 453,185 425,000 Classroom-Salaries and Benefits 6,893 6,545 6,866 7,021 7,422 TOTAL REVENUES FROM STATE SOURCES 512,524 502,685 474,500 Classroom-General Supplies and Textbooks 171 254 181 200 251 Revenues from Federal Sources: Classroom-Purchased Services and Other 77 90 106 110 107 Title I 20-4411-4416 77,944 160,739 110,000 Total Support Services 1,755 1,505 1,649 1,703 1,830 Title II 20-4451-4455 93,766 90,752 60,000 Support Services-Salaries and Benefits 1,577 1,351 1,478 1,500 1,599 Title IV 20-4471-4474 3,562 Total Administrative Costs 1,138 1,102 1,150 1,186 1,176 I.D.E.A. Part B (Handicapped) 20-4420-4429 2,002,720 1,544,740 1,050,000 Administration-Salaries and Benefits 985 918 956 971 1,009 TOTAL REVENUES FROM FEDERAL SOURCES 2,177,992 1,796,231 1,220,000 Legal Costs 0 13 12 18 16 TOTAL GRANTS AND ENTITLEMENTS 2,792,441 2,458,012 1,774,309 Total Operations and Maintenance of Plant 1,453 1,452 1,696 1,670 1,541 REPAYMENT OF DEBT Operations & Maintenance of Plant-Salary & Ben. 938 858 1,154 958 971 Budgeted Fund Balance 40-303 148,292 Board Contribution to Food Services 0 0 0 0 0 Transfers from Other Funds 40-5200 189,990 Total Extracurricular Costs 293 250 271 288 292 Revenues from Local Sources: Total Equipment Costs 60 167 7 35 21 Local Tax Levy 40-1210 2,343,855 1,806,964 1,601,640 Employee Benefits as a % of Salaries 30.7 31.1 33.8 32.4 33.4 TOTAL REVENUES FROM LOCAL SOURCES 2,343,855 1,806,964 1,601,640 The information presented in columns 1 through 3 as well as the related descriptions of the per pupil cost calculations are contained TOTAL LOCAL REPAYMENT OF DEBT 2,533,845 1,806,964 1,749,932 in the 2012 Taxpayers’ Guide to Education Spending (formerly Comparative Spending Guide) and can be found on the Department of Actual Revenues (Over) / Under Expenditures -38,044 Education’s Internet address: http://www.state.nj.us/ education under Finance, when available. This publication is available in the board TOTAL REPAYMENT OF DEBT 2,495,801 1,806,964 1,749,932 office and public libraries. The same calculations were performed using the 2011-12 revised appropriations and 2012-13 budgeted TOTAL REVENUES / SOURCES 78,481,029 82,378,461 85,690,101 appropriations presented in this advertised budget. Total Budgetary Comparative Per Pupil Cost is defined as current expense exclusive UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG of tuition expenditures, transportation, residential costs, and judgments against the school district. For all years, it also includes the restricted entitlement aids. With the exception of Total Equipment Cost, each of the other per pupil cost calculations presented is a ADVERTISED APPROPRIATIONS component of the total Budgetary comparative per pupil cost, although all components are not shown. 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG BUDGET CATEGORY ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES REV. APPROP. APPROPRIATIONS GENERAL CURRENT EXPENSE ANNUAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET STATEMENT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION Instruction: 4A. Advertised Capital Outlay Projects Regular Programs 11-1XX-100-XXX 24,189,652 24,463,974 25,767,039 Describe below, by project number, the appropriations for budgeted Capital Outlay Projects including those items related to the Special Education 11-2XX-100-XXX 4,424,086 5,377,820 5,581,212 district's Long Range Facilities Plan. Include only construction, remodeling, renovations, installation of service systems, land and Basic Skills/Remedial 11-230-100-XXX 719,886 729,577 735,327 improvements, and the purchase of buildings. If the project is eligible for a grant, budget only the local share of the project and enter Bilingual Education 11-240-100-XXX 51,969 53,198 60,309 an X in column 4. Do not include equipment. Include all projects budgeted on the transfer lines to Capital Projects fund (8326 and 8335). School-Spon. Co/Extra-Curr. Activities 11-401-100-XXX 308,392 389,510 352,929 If the project is a request to exceed and existing referendum (Under N.J.A.C. 6A:26-4.4(a)3), enter an ‘X’ in column 5 and enter the School Sponsored Athletics 11-402-100-XXX 802,967 885,962 914,728 funding source for the request in column 6. Complete a detailed budget for each project. Summer School 11-422-XXX-XXX 30,000 40,000 Request to Support Services: Project Dollar Eligible Exceed Funding Source Tuition 11-000-100-XXX 6,965,007 7,189,967 7,144,747 Description/Activity Number Amount for Grant Referendum for Request Attendance and Social Work Services 11-000-211-XXX 64,454 67,354 68,900 COMPUTER LEASE/PURCH AGREEMENT 675,000 Health Services 11-000-213-XXX 637,944 653,366 713,893 ASSESSMENT FOR DEBT SERVICE 107,284 Speech. OT, PT, Related & Extraordinary Services 11-000-216,217 1,638,326 1,950,687 2,072,684 ROOF PROJECT-4 SCHOOLS (3 ELEM/1 MS) 1,650,000 Guidance 11-000-218-XXX 1,099,571 1,132,121 1,175,043 Total Amount: 2,432,284 Child Study Teams 11-000-219-XXX 1,148,544 1,273,069 1,274,343 1 T - 3/15/12, The Times Fee: $589.05 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 15, 2012 Page 21

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Letter to the Editor Household Goods ETC!! SAVE 20% AT PAPER MILL $684,000. Paul A. and Serina M. Hamlin to 230 Sherman Ave. Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922. $100 Gift Certificate To Paper Mill Albert D. and Joan A. Garganigo to Amalgamated Business Corp., 210 Rewarding Business Opportunity Playhouse in Millburn. “Official Michael J. MacFarlane and Eliza- Golf Edge, $820,000. Needle Nite Exhibit WHS Project ’79 Now Is The Time To Take Action! State Theater” of NJ”. No beth M. Rodrigues, 862 Nancy Way, Brian and Melody Foster to Sarah Expiration. Use To Purchase $716,000. and Jesse Tomilson, 810 Harding Thanks Community Financially rewarding business Announced opportunity with a generous Tickets For Shows and Events. George P. and Jane L. Gross to Street, $487,000. On behalf of all the student mem- Great Gift Idea! Only $80. Jocelyn Feuillat and Zheng Qian, 900 Paul R. and Carol L. Williams, Jr. SCOTCH PLAINS - The Needle compensation plan. Supplement Nite quilters, crocheters, and knitters bers of Project ’79 at WHS, I would your income through partnering Call (908) 654-6091 Tice Place, $495,000. to James R. and Elizabeth J. Trimble, like to thank the Westfield commu- 8 Eastgate Square, $539,750. will exhibit their quilts, afghans, and with one of the leading personal HEALTHCARE CLASSES Westfield: 02/06/12 other items at the Harvest Quilters nity for donating clothes, toys, and care and nutritional companies Bernard and Maxine Lang to Steven other items to our clothing drive on Medication Aide Decebal D. and Michael R. J. and Jennifer A. Christian, 411 annual exhibit on Saturday, March 31, recognized across the globe. Work Constandis to Anthony and Carolyn 8:30 to 5 p.m., at the Willow Grove January 31st. On Martin Luther King from home at your own pace. classes start March 27th. Beechwood Place, $787,000. Day, Project ‘79 students and staff CNA evenings starting May 2, Denier, 324 Prospect Street, Donald E. and Lauren E. Gilford to Presbyterian Church, 1961 Raritan Training provided. Contact $885,000. Road, in Scotch Plains. These items went door to door in neighborhoods Information: (908) 665-2527 weekends March 17th Jun Zhao and Jingyu Dai, 6 Lamberts across town and to businesses down- mornings starting April 4th. James J. and Virginia A. Saskel to Circle, $512,000. will then be donated to charities for flecomte.nsedreams.com Pail A. and Serina M Hamlin, 104 hospital patients and others in need. town, asking if people would donate CHHA classes start Golf Edge, $980,000. Westfield: 03/5/12 These willing workers are already items. Last week Fashion Republic 2004 BOBCAT T300 evenings March 26th. Kathleen M. Urbinato to Lawrence M. Gerard and Joanne Waters to planning their projects for the com- of Cranford, the charity we worked Track Skid Steer Loader Cab NCLEX RN/PN REVIEW and Donna M. Sturchio, 646 Norman Mark and Michelle Cibort, 515 ing year. The quilters will be learning with, sent us a check for $250 for the Heat Air. Asking $5500 weekends starting Mar 18th. Place, $650,000. Bradford Avenue, $679,000. a new design at the next meeting on 1,842 pounds of donations we were E-mail me for pictures and details High Success Rates Bryan and Leslie Ann Gronau to Ann Marie Angelone and Sam Friday, April 13. Everyone has many able to collect. That money will be [email protected] Humane Concepts Healthcare Robert Crozier and Mary Lynn Veltri to Lucas G. and Melissa Jack- ideas and they help each other learn given to a family going through a (732) 392-6498 (908) 688-8184 or (908) 265-9803 Mercado, 823 Stevens Avenue, son, 1121 Wychwood Road, new skills, newcomers are welcome difficult time. $695,000. $670,000. and there is no charge for instruction. Once again, we would like to thank Xiang Jing Yao to Peter J. and Steinar and Paula Midttun to Alan Needle Nite meets on the first Friday the entire Westfield community for Matina Speronza, 442 West Grove R. and Meghan S. Barbieri, 764 War- of each month (except for holidays) at their contributions to a good cause. Street, $450,000. ren Street, $480,000. the Fanwood Presbyterian Church at Matthew Boyle, WHS Project ’79 Roseanne Dattilo-Schack and Jus- Brunner Building Inc. to Denton 7:30 p.m. For further information call Class of 2013 tin Schack to Ana R. and Anthony J. 100 LLC, 100 East Broad Street, the church at (908) 889-8891 or e-mail Peter Horn Galella, 252 Twin Oaks Terrace, $1,300,000. at [email protected]. Project ’79 Coordinator $726,000. Luis F. and Cella M. Dacosta to Robert E. Ryan and Wenfeng Zhao Chun Yan Liu and Mel Lin, 327 WCW Distribute Lunches to Needy and Lin Wang, 80 Tomaques Way, Springfield Avenue, $600,000. WESTFIELD - Members of The Congregational Church in Westfield Woman’s Club of Westfield (WCW) once a month during the year and have been busy making lunches for twice a month in summer to put to- distribution to hungry adults and chil- gether more than 200 lunches each dren by the Bridges Organization. meeting. The lunch making has been These lunches are shared at meeting on going for over ten years. Each points under bridges and at shelters lunch contains a ham and cheese in Irvington, Newark and New York sandwich, juice drink, fruit cup, snack City. and dessert. A group of WCW ladies, along For more information about WCW with volunteer friends meet at the please call (908) 656-6419.

SPRING AHEAD…Wilson Elementary School third graders conducting re- search in their science lesson on computers in the school’s library as part of “Spring into Technology Week” airing on WHS TV36. Westfield Public Schools Spring Into Technology WESTFIELD – The public will Thursdays and Saturdays at 11:30 have the opportunity to view ex- a.m. and 6 p.m. and Sundays at 2 READ ACROSS AMERICA…Students and staff at Wilson Elementary School amples of how technology is wo- p.m. Also, during the “Spring into in Westfield, celebrated reading by dressing up as their favorite book characters ven into the curriculum in the and participating in a school-wide “Drop Everything and Read” activity for Technology Week,” PTO’s will be twenty-minutes in the school hallways. Westfield Public Schools beginning conducting fundraising which will Sunday, March 18. be targeted to help upgrade tech- The first week of spring is being nology in Westfield High School. School Series to Feature dubbed “Spring into Technology “We continue to focus on tech- Week in Westfield. Short videos of nology for the entire district as part students using technology in the of our Strategic Plan and we thank Leading Experts on Dyslexia classrooms will be posted on the our principals, teachers, students, district’s website at parents, and TV36 for helping us SHORT HILLS - On Thursday, and books, including the critically ac- www.westfieldnjk12.org/video and celebrate and update our schools March 22, at 7 p.m., Sally and Bennett claimed Overcoming Dyslexia (Knopf, HELPING HANDS…Members of The Woman’s Club of Westfield (WCW) have been busy making lunches for distribution to hungry adults and children by the aired on WHS TV36 beginning Sun- for the 21st century,” stated Super- Shaywitz, co-directors of the Yale Cen- 2003) which details key scientific find- Bridges Organization. Pictured, left to right, are: Anne Magnotti, Joan Robinson, day, March 18, for several weeks. intendent of Schools, Margaret ter for Dyslexia and Creativity, will be ings in dyslexia and how to translate Sally Brown. Jane Walsweer and Marilyn Musell. The TV schedule is: Tuesdays, Dolan. the guest speakers as part of the annual this scientific knowledge into policy Winston School Speaker Series. Their and clinical practice. Bennett A. topic is: “Dyslexia: Translating Scien- Shaywitz, M.D., the Charles and Helen tific Progress into Policy and Prac- Schwab Professor of Dyslexia and tice—It’s Time!” Learning Development and Chief of The lecture will review the scientific Pediatric Neurology at Yale University, evidence reflecting what we know about is both a child neurologist and neuro- Kimberley Aslanian Haley dyslexia in 2012, and will emphasize scientist. Dr. Shaywitz is a leader in that policy and practice affecting dys- applying functional magnetic reso- lexic children must reflect this science. nance imaging (fMRI) to understand The Shaywitzes will assert that par- the neurobiology of reading and dys- ents and policy makers must act with a lexia in children and adults. #1 Realtor ~ Buyer Controlled Sales 2010, 2008 & 2007 sense of urgency so that children with Admission is free and the lecture is #2 Realtor ~ Overall production 2011, 2010, 2008 & 2007 dyslexia are identified early and re- open to the general public. For more ceive effective, evidence based inter- information, call (973) 379-4114, ex- ventions and accommodations. tension 102 or e-mail: The lecture is funded through a gen- [email protected] erous grant from the Summit Area Pub- lic Foundation and admission to the SHERIFF’S SALE event is free. Winston School is a spe- SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-12001000 cialized independent school for chil- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION dren in grades 3-8 who have learning UNION COUNTY DOCKET NO. UNNL286307B differences and challenges — particu- Plaintiff: HANSEL LAFARGA larly in the areas of reading and writing. VS. Defendant: ADOLPH J. DIDARIO, JR. The school is located in Short Hills, Sale Date: 04/11/2012 Writ of Execution: 02/29/2012 and currently is celebrating its 30th By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution consecutive year as an elementary and to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- middle school. The presentation will be TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on held in the Main Sanctuary of Christ WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Church, 66 Highland Avenue, Short said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at Hills. Free parking is available on site. the conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is: ***Seven Hundred Sally Shaywitz, M.D., the Audrey G. Sixty-One Thousand Eighty-Seven and 30/100*** Ratner Professor in Learning Develop- $761,087.30. The Property to be sold is located in the 854 STANDISH AVENUE,WESTFIELD 184 BELVIDERE AVENUE,FANWOOD ment at Yale University, is the author of Township of Scotch Plains in the County of Union over 250 scientific articles, chapters and the State of New Jersey. Premises commonly known as: 2 Sassafras Extensively renovated 11 room Center Hall Colonial in the prestigious This impeccable & renovated English Colonial exudes charm in its spacious Court Tax Lot #: 14 in Block #: 15202 “Gardens” section of Westfield. This fine home boasts 5 Bedrooms and rooms w/natural chestnut trim, hardwood floors, arched doorways & period Nearest Cross Street: Clydesdale Road Total Upset: ***One Million Seventy-Seven 3.5 new Baths, a formal Dining Room & Living Room w/fireplace, first moldings. This fine home boasts a formal Dining Room & Living Room w/ Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Two and 71/100*** floor Office and Family Room, new gourmet eat-in Kitchen, Master striking stone fireplace, screened porch, updated bathrooms & stunning Eat-in $1,077,852.71 together with lawful interest and nd costs. Bedroom Suite with luxurious Bath & WIC, 2 floor laundry, new patio, Kitchen w/granite & gourmet appliances. A new bluestone patio overlooks Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Offered for $1,599,000 Offered for $499,000 tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and hardwood floors, central air & more! the expanse of the oversized yard. Temple Univ. Honors expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court © 2011 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. Samantha Anderson or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature WESTFIELD – Samantha Jill and extent of that person’s claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. Anderson, a member of the Class of The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale 2008 at Westfield High School, has will have information regarding the surplus, if any. Coldwell Banker been invited to the Student Honors There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Convocation at Temple University in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Pennsylvania. sale for any length of time without further adver- Residential Brokerage Westfield East Office tisement. Her academic performance has Ralph Froehlich Sheriff www.KimHaley.com placed her among the top 16 percent Attorney: of her graduating class in May 2012. GUTTERMAN, MARKOWITZ & KLINGER, LLP [email protected] 209 Central Avenue 240 E GROVE STREET Samantha will be presented with the WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07090 Kimberley Haley Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 654-5700 908.301.2004 908.233.5555 Honors Cord to be worn at the Uni- 4 T - 03/15, 03/22, 03/29 Sales Associate versity Commencement. & 04/05/12 Fee: $148.92 Page 22 Thursday, March 15, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Newark Archdiocese to Shut Westfield Awareness Expo St. Patrick’s After 150 Years Set For March 21 ELIZABETH — The Roman School from closing for good,” As- Catholic Archdiocese of Newark has semblyman Cryan said. “The sup- WESTFIELD - The Nineteenth An- by Amy M. Perrine, BS, Special Ed, announced that it will close St. nual Awareness Expo is scheduled to SEAT, Information Director, Autism port from the community to keep the take place on Wednesday, March 21, New Jersey. Patrick’s High School in Elizabeth, school open was overwhelming, but the oldest parochial school in the ultimately the decision rested with at Edison Intermediate School, 800 Demystifying Inclusion - Presented state, at the end of the school year. Rahway Avenue, from 7 to 10 p.m. by Paula Lieb, JD, President and CEO the diocese.” The Awareness Expo, presented of NJCIE (New Jersey Coalition for The 150-year old school, known for Elizabeth Mayor Chris Bollwage its strong basketball program, has called the Archdiocese decision “a by the Westfield PTC Special Educa- Inclusion Education). been faced with dwindling enroll- tion Committee, is a symposium de- The Power of Drama: Techniques great disservice to the residents signed for parents and educators to For Special Needs Children - Pre- ments and poor SAT student scores within the City of Elizabeth.” on top of its financial struggles. “Closing St. Patrick’s High School explore issues that concern them most sented by Brooke Campbell, Profes- “When the doors shutter in June, about children. The event is open to sional Actor, LCAT, RDT, BCT, would eliminate valuable chances the public and free of charge. Founder and Director-Creative they will also close on a basketball that students within our community For the past 19 years, the Aware- Kinections LLC. program that won 13 state champion- deserve, to showcase their ability HISTORY REPEATS ITSELF…Fifth graders at Washington Elementary School ships and produced more than 100 chose an autobiography of a famous person they admired and created a wax ness Expo has showcased distin- Special Needs Planning - What and excel in society,” the mayor said guished speakers ranging from highly Keeps You Up At Night (first session NCAA Division 1 players and sev- in a letter to Archbishop John J. museum based on the person for a fundraiser. They raised over $650 for the eral NBA stars,” according to a press Myers dated February 28. Westfield Rescue Squad. Each student dressed in character as attendees dropped acclaimed physicians to educators to only) - Presented by David J. Burns, attorneys who provide insight into a Financial Rep, Jeff S. Rembisz, CLU, release published at http:// The Star Ledger reported that en- quarters into their bucket. With each drop of a quarter, the wax museum character came to life and gave a short speech on their person. The wax museum variety of issues that empower par- ChFC, CTLC, Financial Advisor. stpatrick.powermediallc.org. The St. rollment at St. Patrick’s had fallen to figures were colorful and creative. Each year a different charity is chosen. Patrick’s Celtics began playing bas- 150 this year from 262 in 2008. Its ents to help their children. The goal Money In Your Pocket - What You ketball in the 1930s, winning their of the Awareness Expo always has Need To Know Before You File Your SAT scores were said to be the low- been to educate the community at Taxes (second session only) - Pre- first championship in 1941. est of the 31 high schools in the UC Performing Arts Co. “It’s sad,” St. Patrick Principal Joe Archdiocese. large about issues that impact our sented by Seth E. Schneider, CLTC, Picaro said. “It’s certainly the pass- students and their ability to succeed. MassMutual Financial Group, Barry ing of an era. … (It’s been) unbe- Terrill School Quarter Presents Zombie Prom The Expo includes something for ev- Laub, CPF, CLTC, CHSNC, Presi- lievable. You take this small school eryone and promises to be a reward- dent, Infinite Resources, Inc. from E-port (Elizabethport) and have Dip Set for March 28 SCOTCH PLAINS —The Union ing and educational way to spend an The Westfield PTC Special Educa- them become such a national force. SCOTCH PLAINS – Mark your Catholic Performing Arts Company evening learning about issues that tion Committee also will award the To encapsulate it, it’s been way be- calendars for Wednesday, March 28, will be presenting its spring musi- impact school-age children. “Make a Difference Award” at the yond anyone’s expectations.” from 6 to 8 p.m. and come out and cal, Zombie Prom, March 23, 24, The panel for this year’s Expo con- Awareness Expo. The “Make a Dif- Senator Ray Lesniak (D-20), a enjoy the annual Quarter Dip. The 30, 31 at 7 p.m. and March 25 at 3 sists of several distinguished speak- ference” award is given annually to lifetime Elizabeth resident, said he Quarter Dip is an event sponsored by p.m. Tickets can purchased at the ers who will discuss the many re- an individual or group of individuals was also saddened to see the high the Terrill Music Boosters providing door or at www.showtix4u.com and sources available to parents and edu- who display exemplary efforts in sup- school close. “I was born in an evening of music and dinner where are $8 for students/senior citizens cators to help students achieve their port of Special Education. This year, Elizabethport where my mother everything to eat and drink is only 25 and $15 for standard tickets. maximum potential. Attendees can the Make a Difference Award will be cleaned house for our neighbors cents per serving. Music will be pro- Set in the fabulous ’50s, this is choose any two of ten “break out” presented to Kathie Caminiti who Brigett and Tom Vaughn who were vided by the Terrill Jazz Band. the tale of a sweet teenage girl type sessions starting promptly at has been an advocate for children devout parishioners of St. Patrick’s. This year, the Quarter Dip will be named Toffee and the “rebel with- 7:30 pm, covering an assortment of with disabilities for more than ten It saddens me to see the school close held at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High out a cause,” Jonny, whose name is child related topics. Most programs years and believes that children with without giving it a fighting chance School – in conjunction with the purposefully spelled without the have been approved for Professional disabilities can realize tremendous because of the positive impact it has District Instrumental Concert, “h”. While the unlikely pair falls in Development Hours. This year’s Expo success when they are provided a had on so many.” which starts at 7 p.m. love at Enrico Fermi High School, will include the following topics and solid educational foundation, and Senator Lesniak and Assembly- All proceeds benefit the Terrill the strict-as-Stalin tyrant principal speakers of interest: challenged to achieve their personal man Joseph Cryan (D-20, Union) Band program enabling the pro- Miss Delilah Strict seeks to inter- ADHS Across The Ages: The best, supported both at home and in said they recently met with repre- gram to obtain instruments and vene and persuade Toffee to break Changing Picture - Presented by Dr. the classroom. Kathie has been a de- sentatives of Archbishop John J. sheet music, as well as provide trans- up with the potentially troublesome Ilyse O’Desky, Assistant Professor, voted member of the Westfield PTC Myers of the Archdiocese of New- portation to multiple band compe- Jonny. der in the halls of high school. Kean University and Chief of Psy- Special Education Committee since ark to work out a proposal designed titions, cover entry fees and band After a series of unfortunate Should zombies be allowed an edu- chology, St. Barnabas Medical Cen- 1999, chairing the committee from to bring “world class educators and members experience playing at a events, Jonny returns to Enrico cation? Do zombies have a func- ter. 2007-2010. Kathie, an attorney by financial backers in order to keep St. Somerset Fermi High as a zombie, which ul- tion in society? Does true love ever Latest Advancements and Treat- profession, has been involved with Patrick’s open.” Tickets will be available for pur- timately leads to chaos and disor- die? Answers to these and many ment of Autism - Presented by Dr. the district’s long-term strategic plan- “We used every tool we could to chase at the door, but quarters will more questions are revealed in this Suzanne Goh, Assistant Professor, ning committee and the Bullying Task keep the doors of St. Patrick’s High also be accepted. Deadlines hysterically sweet and fun musical. Clinical Neurology, Columbia Uni- Force. She has been a champion for News & Ads - Friday 4pm Starring in the show are seniors versity. fulfilling the goal of our committee - Using Ipod and Ipad Technology bridging the gap between special and PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm Brandon Rotondo of Colonia, Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm Maeve Lynskey of Cranford, To Support Special Needs Students - general education. The PTC-Special NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Danielle Gruskiewicz of Keasbey, Presented by Randall Palmer, Ed. S., Ed. Committee is honored to recog- DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES How To Reach Us 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 Joe Passantino of Colonia, Meredith Computer Specialist, The Children’s nize the hard work, dedication and E-Mail: [email protected] McAna of Edison, Gina Gallo of Institute. spirit of Kathie Caminiti who has TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 Phone: (908) 232-4407 Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 Elizabeth, Megan Roberts of Lin- Differences Between Speech and served the Westfield community self- A.M. on 4/3/12, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified under Mail: PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 den, Juliette Kelliher of Edison, Language In School-Based Therapy lessly for all these years. N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey In Person: 50 Elm St., Westfield Bradford Lindsey of Edison, Leo - Presented by Erin Herits Wauters, The Awareness Expo is sponsored 08625; for: 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains Fitzsimmons of Colonia, and fresh- M.S.CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pa- by the Westfield PTC-Special Edu- Maintenance Roadway Repair Contract North, Sub-Region N-2, Contract No N man Richard Ryngel of Union. thologist, Westfield Schools. cation Committee, an organization 203, Routes 10, 24, U.S. 46, and 124, Counties of Essex, Morris, and Union; Submittals: email preferred Sensory Integration In the Class- that serves as a resource for teachers 100% State; DP No: 10475 Photos: Color Digital room - Presented by Walter Chavez, and the parents of regular education Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C 17:27. See it all on the Web! The awarded bidder must provide a completed Contractor Certification and Disclosure Paste text into email, no attachments MS, Licensed OT and Founder, and special education students. The of Political Contribution Form(s) according to both P.L 2205, C.51 and Executive Order Please proof your work www.goleader.com Therapy Tree LLC. Committee, dedicated to provide pro- No. 117 within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Executive Order No: 117 is Include name & daytime phone Transition to Adult Life - Presented gramming which highlights topics of effective on November 15, 2008. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, Business concern to parents and educators of Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of valid For Info: children with special needs, is a not business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the www.goleader.com/help/ funded by the school budget and “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. collects donations to support its pro- 91), all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of grams via the annual fund-raiser Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. The awarded bidder must provide proof PUBLIC NOTICE of PWCR within fourteen (14) days from the award date. The Katherine E. Cuthbertson Me- The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS morial Fund. The Fund was estab- U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN lished a decade ago in memory of Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to that the Township Council of the Township submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on ten-year-old Katie Cuthbertson, a of Scotch Plains has scheduled BUDGET the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. Westfield resident and one of the WORKSHOP Meeting for THURSDAY, Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid March 22, 2012. first students to pioneer inclusive Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. and education in the State of New Jer- follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans be held in the 2nd Floor Council Meeting and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly sey. Each year, in honor of Katie’s Room of the Scotch Plains Municipal Build- payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected pioneering spirit, the Special Ed. ing, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the Jersey. Committee presents a limited num- following locations: The Township of Scotch Plains does not ber of monetary awards to eligible 200 Stierli Court 1 Executive Campus Rt 70W discriminate against persons with disabili- Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 Cherry Hill, NJ 080021 Westfield High School seniors. Un- ties. Those individuals requiring auxiliary 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 like academic scholarships, this aids and services must notify the ADA 3 T - 3/15/12, 3/22/12 and 3/29/12, The Leader Fee: $201.96 Coordinator of the Township of Scotch award recognizes the student’s per- sonal achievement and growth PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Plains at least seventy-two (72) hours in advance of the meeting. through both their schooling and SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY and BOZENA LACINA, outside activities. Additionally, the UNION COUNTY IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Municipal Clerk 1 T - 3/15/12, The Times Fee: $18.87 fund is used to provide barrier-free CHANCERY DIVISION 23rd day of April, 2012, between the hours initiatives in the schools and/or free DOCKET NO. F-057965-10 of nine o’clock in the forenoon and four Photo courtesy of Rudy Brandl FILE NO. 60278-2 o’clock in the afternoon, at the office of the PUBLIC NOTICE HELPING KIDS...Cecily D’Amore of Scotch Plains, president of the Middle educational programs for parents FILED MARCH 05, 2012 Tax Collector of the City of Plainfield, 515 TOWN OF WESTFIELD School Student Council at The Wardlaw-Hartridge School, hands a check to Phil and teachers. Watchung Avenue, Plainfield, New Jer- Salerno, president and CEO of Mountainside Children’s Specialized Hospital on The Awareness Expo is open to CIVIL ACTION INVITATION TO RE-BID ORDER SETTING TIME, PLACE AND sey, be and the same is hereby fixed as the March 5. The Middle School students held a Heart Dance and a Penny War to time and place for the redemption of the the public and free of charge; pre- AMOUNT OF REDEMPTION SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE- raise $1,545 for the hospital. registration is not required. For ad- said lands as described in the complaint CEIVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL LYDIA SANCHEZ, Plaintiff(s) vs. GIL- and making up the premises concerning OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD AT THE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ditional information email BERT ROBERTS and DIANE ROBERTS, which the complaint is filed, and that there- MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 425 EAST [email protected] his wife; THE SAVINGS BANK OF CEN- upon the defendant who redeems shall be BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW BOROUGH OF FANWOOD TRAL JERSEY now JPMORGAN CHASE entitled to the certificate of tax sale duly or Visit www.westfieldnjk12.org/ JERSEY, AT 10:00 A.M., PREVAILING NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR NONPAYMENT OF TAXES, BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; endorsed for cancellation; and specialedparents. TIME ON TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2012 ASSESSMENTS AND/OR OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS HUNTER SAVINGS ASSOCIATION now IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that in de- FOR: PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; fault of the said defendants paying to the 2012 BRUSH REMOVAL Public notice is hereby given that I, Colleen M. Huehn, Collector of Taxes of the Borough STARPOINT SAVINGS BANK now Tax Collector of the City of Plainfield, and of Fanwood, County of Union will sell at public auction on TUESDAY, APRIL 3rd , 2012, SPFHS Alumni JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL the plaintiff, the said sum, interest and PROPOSALS SHALL BE IN WRITING in the Mayor and Council chambers at the Borough Municipal Building, 75 North Martine ASSOCIATION; PAUL MRUCZINSKI DIS- costs aforesaid, the said defendants stand ON THE FORMS FURNISHED AND MUST Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey at 9:00 o’clock in the morning or at such later time and Association to Meet POSAL; FIRST UNION/PLYMOUTH SPV absolutely debarred and foreclosed of and BE DELIVERED AT THE PLACE AND place to which said sale may then be adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land 1, INC.; FRED M. LAX, Defendant(s) from all right and equity of redemption on, BEFORE THE HOUR ABOVE MEN- assessed to the respective persons whose names are set opposite each respective March 20 THIS MATTER being opened to the court in and to said lands and premises and TIONED, AND MUST BE ACCOMPANIED parcel as the owner thereof for the total amount of municipal liens chargeable against said SCOTCH PLAINS - The Scotch by Goldenberg, Mackler, Sayegh, Mintz, every part thereof, and the plaintiff shall BY A CERTIFIED CHECK, OR BID BOND, lands respectively, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. as computed to the 3rd day Pfeffer, Bonchi & Gill, A Professional Cor- have an absolute and indefeasible interest PAYABLE TO THE TOWN OF of April 2012. Plains-Fanwood High School poration, Attorneys for Plaintiff, and it ap- of inheritance in fee simple, to said lands WESTFIELD, IN THE AMOUNT OF Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of (SPFHS) Alumni Association will pearing that default has been entered and premises. Anything to the contrary $500.00. EACH BID MUST ALSO BE municipal liens chargeable against each parcel of said land assessed as one parcel, meet on Tuesday, March 20, at 7:30 against the defendants, GILBERT ROB- notwithstanding, redemption shall be per- ACCOMPANIED BY A SURETY COM- together with interest and costs to the date of the sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest p.m. in Room 101 at the high school. ERTS and DIANE ROBERTS, his wife; mitted up until the entry of final judgment PANY CERTIFICATE STATING THAT rate of interest bid, not to exceed 18%. Payment for said parcels shall be made prior to THE SAVINGS BANK OF CENTRAL JER- including the whole of the last date upon SAID SURETY COMPANY WILL PRO- the conclusion of the sale in the form of cash, certified check or money order or other Marie Di Francesco Leppert, Class SEY now JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, which judgment is entered; and VIDE THE BIDDER WITH THE REQUIRED method previously approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. Properties of 1944, will share excerpts from a NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; HUNTER IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that if the PERFORMANCE BOND IN THE FULL for which there are no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the Borough of book written by classmate Jeanne SAVINGS ASSOCIATION now PNC addresses of the defendants are not known, AMOUNT OF THE CONTRACT, BY A Fanwood at an interest rate of 18%. Marie Lemal Hurd, “Growing Up BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; a copy of this Order or Notice thereof NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT AND A At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property with STARPOINT SAVINGS BANK now directed to such defendants shall be pub- CONTRACTOR’S QUALIFICATION interest and costs. Payments must be in the form of cash, certified check or money order. in Small Town N.J. in the Mid-20th JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL lished in The Westfield Leader, a newspa- STATEMENT, AND A STATEMENT OF Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act Century.” ASSOCIATION; PAUL MRUCZINSKI DIS- per circulating in Union County, at least OWNERSHIP, ON THE FORMS IN- (N.J.S.A. 58-10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-:10A-1 et The book includes a family his- POSAL; FIRST UNION/PLYMOUTH SPV one time, not less than twenty days prior to CLUDED IN, AND EXPLAINED IN THE seq.) and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.). In addition, the tory plus a running account of the 1, INC.; FRED M. LAX; that plaintiff has the date fixed for redemption by this Order; CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. municipality is precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser produced before this court tax sale certifi- and BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO COM- who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the site. early life and times of Jeanne Marie cate #010886, certified to be a true copy, IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy PLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF In the event that the owner of the property is on Active Duty in the Military Service, the and her brother of Fanwood, and which certificate is dated April 20, 2001, of this Order or a Notice thereof be served N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 ET SEQ. AND N.J.A.C. Tax Collector should be notified immediately. where both lives have taken them and is of record in the Union County Clerk’s upon the defendants, whose addresses 17:27 AND MUST PAY WORKMEN THE The lands to be sold are described in accordance with the last tax duplicate as follows: from there. Ms. Di Francesco Office on May 7, 2011, in book 8193, page are known, by mailing to each of them such PREVAILING WAGE RATES PROMUL- BLK LOT OWNER PROPERTY LOCATION TOTAL 90, as instrument #173060, which covers a copy or notice not later than ten days GATED BY THE NEW JERSEY STATE Leppert will highlight school expe- 001 002 DREJAJ RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT 193 TERRILL RD $ 88,783.53 Block 758, Lot 12, in the City of Plainfield. prior to the date fixed for redemption of the DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUS- riences. 010 027.02 CLOSE, DONALD & DEBORAH 235 MIDWAY AV $ 5,523.18 Said certificate has been marked Exhibit P- lands and premises by this Order; and TRY FOR THIS PROJECT, COPIES OF 021 014 LAFAYETTE, JOHN & MARY 54 ST JOHN PL $10,010.76 All are welcome to attend. A so- 1 on the part of the plaintiff. More than two IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy WHICH ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF 022 006 JOHNSON, KEVIN P. & ARETHA 70 PORTLAND AV $12,594.16 cial hour will follow. years have elapsed since the sale of said of this Order be delivered to the Tax Col- THE TOWN ENGINEER. 022 011 BRENNER, MITCHELL & DANA 65 MONTROSE AV $ 9,406.39 lands by the City of Plainfield, and the lands lector of the City of Plainfield, and that said ALL BIDDERS MUST SUBMIT WITH 023 007 MASI, DIANE M. 77 MONTROSE AV $13,048.65 have not been redeemed from the tax sale; Tax Collector of the City of Plainfield certify THEIR BID A COPY OF THEIR NEW PUBLIC NOTICE 024 009.01 FELA, DEBRA 167 PLEASANT AV $ 8,263.87 that plaintiff has produced before this court to this Court whether the premises were or JERSEY BUSINESS REGISTRATION 026.01 004 NITRO, DANIEL & MERILYN 5 COTTAGE WY $ 6,726.34 its Certification showing that there is due on were not redeemed from the plaintiff’s tax CERTIFICATE. FAILURE TO SUBMIT TOWN OF WESTFIELD 026 051 KISS, JOSEPH & EVELYN 24 MARY LN $ 9,630.81 said tax sale certificate, together with sub- sale certificate in accordance with the terms PROOF OF REGISTRATION WILL DIS- Public Notice is hereby given that the 033 016 ROTA, PETER S. & MERRILEE 28 RUSSELL RD $11,634.12 sequent taxes and interest, the sum of of this Order. QUALIFY THE BID. ordinance as follows was passed and 039 040 MESSERCOLA, FERNANDO & MICHELL 100 WOODLAND AV $ 5,111.70 $87,579.25 as of August 1, 2011; and PAUL INNES, P.J. CH. SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE SEEN OR adopted by the Town Council of the Town 047 054 BALAGOT, LEONARD & MELISSA 218 TILLOTSON RD $ 9,263.75 IT IS on this 5th day of March, 2012, Respectfully recommended OBTAINED AT THE OFFICE OF THE of Westfield at a meeting thereof held on 049 012 LAMBERTSEN, ROBERT C/O LOUISE 3 NORTH AV $ 7,940.16 ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that the R.1:34-6 Office of Foreclosure TOWN ENGINEER, PUBLIC WORKS March 13, 2012. 049 015 COOK, GREGORY 353 TERRILL RD $ 1,238.75 amount required to redeem the premises GOLDENBERG, MACKLER, SAYEGH, CENTER, 959 NORTH AVENUE WEST, Claire J. Gray 057 001 GAPP REALTY, LLP 61 SOUTH AV $24,759.22 referred to in the aforementioned tax sale MINTZ, PFEFFER, BONCHI & GILL WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY. THE Town Clerk 064 001.02 222 SOUTH AVE., LLC 220 SOUTH AV $47,170.28 certificate is the sum of $87,579.25, which A Professional Corporation MAYOR AND COUNCIL RESERVE THE 077 028.02 ANACZKOWSKI, E & I & GONNELLA 89 SHADY LN $ 2,837.11 includes the amount due on said tax sale Attorneys At Law RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS, GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1985 098 003 ROESER, DONALD & SUSAN 26 GERE PL $ 6,658.53 certificate, subsequent taxes and interest 660 New Road, Suite 1-A IF IN THE INTEREST OF THE TOWN, IT AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND 116 055 SLAUGHTER, KEITH & LINDA 21 ROOSEVELT AV $ 6,241.53 as of August 1, 2011, together with costs Northfield, New Jersey 08225 IS DEEMED ADVISABLE TO DO SO. THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, CHAPTER 20 duly taxed in the sum of $1,480.22. An (609) 646-0222 KRIS J. MCALOON Colleen M. Huehn (SEWER FEES) exact redemption amount must be ob- Attorneys for Plaintiff TOWN ENGINEER Collector of Taxes tained from the municipal tax collector; 1 T - 3/15/12, The Leader Fee: $109.65 1 T - 3/15/12, The Leader Fee: $50.49 4 T - 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29/12, The Times Fee: $363.12 1 T - 3/15/12, The Leader Fee: $14.28 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 15, 2012 Page 23 WHS’ Pippin Kean University to Present CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 The Leading Player who, along with signer Roy Chambers served as the Comedy Over the Boardwalk her merry ensemble, tries to persuade perfect backdrop for wonderfully over- UNION – The Jersey Shore is com- Behan is an attorney in New Jersey Pippin to go out in a blaze of glory. the- top multi-colored costumes of jest- ing to Kean University! No, not the and Virginia, whose lifelong passion After all, she reasons, Pippin has been ers, warriors, and Players who sported Snooki-Situation “shore.” The place for writing has blossomed into more singing about being “extra ordinary” magical make-up. that inspired a new musical comedy, than an avocation in the past few all along, so why not show it by partici- Sound designer Kevin Johnson cap- Over The Boardwalk, is the more years. This is her second musical pating in the blazing finale of immola- tured every syllable and Michael traditional sand, surf, fun-in-the sun comedy. Peruvian opera star, Jose tion? Kimmel and Lisa Weinshrott Kimmel shore; the kind that prompts memo- Sacin, recently appeared in a staged When Pippin refuses, The Leading have once again taken lighting to a ries of happier days of cotton candy, reading of her musical, One More Player comes downstage to apologize professional level. Bravo to musical taffy, rides, games and, of course, Night, in Reston, Virginia. She has to the audience for her failure of the director/conductor Mr. Brzozowski and families. also written short plays and feature promised “Grand Finale” and demands his exceptional orchestra that handled Kean University is hosting a pre- articles for print media; and is founder the Players take off the costumes of rhythmic variations easily. mier staged reading of this family- of a Theatre Ministry, which per- Pippin, Catherine, and Theo who be- High school musicals often feature centered show which will be open to forms shows to raise money for worth- come totally alone, stripped of colorful students who can sing, dance or act. industry professionals and the pub- while charitable causes. costumes, makeup and rosy lighting. Rarely do teenagers master all three. Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times lic. The performance will be held on When asked what motivates her to DILEMMA…The Leading Player (Taylor Jackson) taunts Pippin (Matt Lynn), No flattering spot- Saturday, March 10, at 2 p.m. in the write about her home state, Ms. Behan Catherine (Annie Oldakowski) and her son Theo (Connor Wynne) who find lights or romantic mu- Zella Fry Theatre. No tickets are re- said, “There’s so much more to New themselves stripped of everything but love for each other in Westfield High sic underpinning the quired, and a talk back with the writ- Jersey than what television repre- School’s production of Pippin. scene show Pippin the ers will take place following the per- sents.” The spirit of New Jersey’s world as it is, not as he formance. residents is particularly interesting to would like it to be. When Set in the “happy days” of the sum- Behan. “The people here have such a Academy for Performing he still chooses to be mer of 1963, Over The Boardwalk is unique and enduring spirit. We’ve with Catherine and a coming-of-age musical with an all- dealt with high property taxes; exor- Arts to Present Little Women Theo, Catherine asks original score evoking that time pe- bitant auto insurance costs and nu- him how he feels about riod. The setting is a fictional New merous attempts at “reform.” We’ve SCOTCH PLAINS – One of Connor Buckley as Mr. Lawrence, not having a spectacu- Jersey beach boardwalk amusement dealt with corruption at all levels,” America’s most beloved novels, “Little Andrea Moore as Aunt March, and lar ending, he says sin- pier similar to Jenkinsons’ in Point she said. “Through it all we’ve clung Women,” by Louisa May Alcott comes Daniel Cohen as Professor Bhaer. The cerely, “trapped, but Pleasant, Seaside Heights and the old to our families-and our senses of hu- to life in a musical by Mindi Dickstein, supporting cast includes Jake Robbins happy.” The magical Susan M. Dougherty for The Leader and The Times Asbury Park boardwalk. It follows mor-and endured. The shore has been, and Jason Howland at the Academy for as Mr. Braxton, Ellie Clark as Rodrigo, troupe of Players and POLITICAL AWARENESS…In the song, “Morning philosophy grad student, Bobby, and for many, a true refuge. It’s that in- Performing Arts this March. Allison Alexander as the Troll, Deyanira The Leading Player eas- Glow” Pippin (Matt Lynn) sings of the new regime that journalist intern, Matthew, two out- vincible spirit, and steadfast commit- A cast of 21 talented high school Bazan as the Knight, Olivia Dalessandro ily move on to another will bring about necessary revolution while his step- siders (“bennys”) who are reunited at ment to family, you’ll see driving the performers representing several towns as the Monk, Claire Meehan and Emily victim to entice into a mother, Fastrada (Maggie Tanji), right, readies the the beach. They arrive just as the characters in this show.” in Union County will perform in the Zimmerman as the Hag/Mrs. Kirk, Skye world of being “extra royal robe for the next heir to the throne. “locals” Melody, Janet, Candy, An- Actor/director Joe Bevilacqua, cre- academy’s second musical production. Pasek as the Hag, and Amanda ordinary.” thony, Grammie G and Big Al are ator and star of a Comedy-O-Rama The production is directed by Juan Velazquez as Clarissa. Superlatives for the cast, orches- The teachers and directors at Westfield facing their own individual and col- series on satellite radio, and a fellow Pineda, a Broadway veteran who has Little Women opens on Thursday, tra, tech and committees do not do High School must be doing something lective crises including plans by a Kean alum, will direct the staged been directing and teaching through- March 29, at 7:30 p.m. and other per- justice to the caliber of work these terribly right to produce performers, as determined developer who wants to reading. Broadway veteran, Gary out New Jersey for several years and formances include Friday, March 30, high school students and their direc- leads or ensemble members, whose demolish the boardwalk for a more Fitzgerald, is the musical director. Valerie Pineda, founder of the Pineda at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 31, at tors achieved. A functional, impres- expertise display they are triple threats “progressive” project. Lou Ann His credits include original Broad- Lyric Opera, and a professional opera 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Performances will sive, massive two-story set by de- who are truly “extra ordinary.” (Cuccurullo) Behan, the show’s prin- way productions of Cats, Merrily We singer, music director, and director. be held at the Black Box Theatre, Acad- cipal writer, is a Kean alum whose Roll Along, Nine and Dream Girls. Based on Louisa May Alcott’s own emy for Performing Arts, Union County youthful, family centered summers “Nearly all of the actors either cur- family experiences and novel, Little Vocational-Technical Schools at 1776 at the shore were filled with memo- rently live in New Jersey, or hail from Women follows the adventures of Jo, Raritan Road in Scotch Plains. All seats ries that just don’t square, for her, there,” Behan said proudly. Meg, Beth and Amy March as they are $11 and tickets can be purchased at with the derogatory jibes that the For more information, please visit grow up in Civil War America. www.apamusicals.eventbrite.com/. words “Jersey Shore” evoke. www.overtheboardwalkthemusical.com. “The story of the March sisters is timeless and deals with issues as rel- First Congregational to evant today as when they were written. Auditions For Continuo Arts Summer Little Women was a great choice for Present Elijah APA. We are teaching the students a WESTFIELD — The First Con- Musical Theater Announced classic story with characters of strength gregational Church of Westfield, 125 WESTFIELD - The Continuo Arts Campion Center for Performing Arts and depth,” said Mr. Pineda. Elmer Street, presents Part I of Foundation is currently holding au- in Summit. “This has been a great learning expe- Mendelssohn’s oratorio, Elijah, dur- ditions for singers, actors and danc- Young artists will learn about the rience for the entire cast. We are cel- ing the worship service, Sunday ers ages 7-18, for its intensive three- key elements of musical theater, en- ebrating the lives of all women – the morning, March 18, at 10 a.m. week summer musical theater con- joy working with an experienced, home-maker, the worker, the mother, This dramatic and ever-popular work New Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra servatory. The performances include professional staff, and expand their the sister, the wife, and the friend,” said tells the story of several episodes in the Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Fac- knowledge in areas that match their Ms. Pineda. Attendees will be wel- life of the Biblical prophet Elijah. Writ- tory, and A Rising Star Showcase interests and talents: voice, sound, comed by a lobby museum honoring ten in English and premiered in Bir- NJIO, SPFHS Art Exhibit with Junior and Senior Divisions. dance, set design, acting, lighting, great women in United States history mingham, England in 1846, it was an The Junior Division Showcase fea- staging, and costumes. created by the APA cast and volunteers. immediate success, and has remained tures selections from Gypsy, Annie, From stage and theaters across the The museum will also feature an inter- one of the most-beloved works in the Celebrates Youth Art Month The Lion King, Les Miserables and country, Continuo Arts welcomes active area for young girls and boys to oratorio repertoire. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch that develop an appreciation for and Oliver. The Senior Division features Cherilyn Marrocco as the artistic di- create their own journals, and decorate It will be performed by the church’s Plains Public Library is pleased to experience with musical perfor- numbers from Wicked, The Produc- rector for the 2012 Conservatory, kites. Festival Chorus, featuring soloists recognize National Youth Art Month mance. ers, Avenue Q, Spamalot, Aida, The music director Candace Wicke. and The talented cast is lead by Giulianna Stephen Bradley as Elijah, soprano by presenting the Outreach String The NJIO Symphony is a full or- Boy from Oz, The Lion King, Beauty an outstanding staff for voice, acting, Viera as Jo, with Megan Winey and Jaimie Baer Peterson, mezzo-soprano Ensemble of the New Jersey chestra of strings, woodwinds, brass and the Beast and others. dance, choreography and a complete Madison Riley as Marmee, Ryan Kiel Emily Golden, and tenor Scott Six. The Intergenerational Orchestra, on Sun- and percussion. The Outreach Pro- The Conservatory is held from musical theater enrichment experi- as Laurie, Katie Lafemina as Beth, performance will be directed and ac- day, March 25, at 2 p.m. The adjoin- gram was formalized in the 2004-05 Monday, July 2, to Sunday, July 21. ence. Camila Bermudez and Samantha companied by the church’s Organist ing gallery will feature student art- season and has been expanding Rehearsals take place at The Presby- For more information, or to sched- Tropper as Meg, Steven Del Col as and Music Director, Dr. Barbara work from Scotch Plains Fanwood steadily since then performing at se- terian Church of Westfield, and per- ule an audition call (908) 264-5324 John Brooks, Morgan Kelleher as Amy, Thomson. High School studio art classes. nior centers, nursing homes, hospi- formances are at Oak Knoll School’s or visit www.continuoarts.com. Exhibited work will include paint- tals, schools and community events. POPCORN™ ings, drawing, cut paper pieces, digi- The Outreach Program is partially tal illustration and charcoal. Created funded by The Fred C. Rummel Foun- Mid-Day Musicales to by the Council for Arts Education, dation; The Wallerstein Foundation “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax” Youth Art Month raises awareness of for Geriatric Life Improvement; and the importance and value the arts The George L. Watts Mountainside Present Arthur Woodley Has a Saving Grace have in student’s achievement. Community Foundation. WESTFIELD – The First Con- appearances with the American 2 and ½ popcorns Since its founding in 1994, the The concert will be open to the mission of the New Jersey public free of charge. No registration gregational Church of Westfield, Composers Orchestra in Carnegie One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent Intergenerational Orchestra (NJIO) is required. In the event of cancella- 125 Elmer Street, concludes its se- Hall; works by Szymanowski and ries of Mid-Day Musicales for Lent Janacek at the Bard Music Festival; By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER the cash or suffocate. is to bridge the generations through tion due to inclement weather, illness Film Critic How this rotten kettle of fish came to music by bringing quality music pro- or other events, please check the with a concert by noted American the world premiere of “God, Mis- Parents who think global warming is a be is told when, in true chivalric fashion, grams to communities in and around library’s website: www.Scotlib.org. bass, Arthur Woodley. These half- sissippi, and Medgar Evers” with bunch of poppycock can kill two birds 12-year-old Ted, articulated by Zac Efron, Union County. NJIO utilizes a col- The Scotch Plains Public Library is hour noon concerts are presented in the New Jersey Symphony Orches- with one stone—misrepresent the incon- embarks to win the love of Audrey, voiced laborative approach bringing ama- located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one the church sanctuary with an ad- tra; and appearances with the Dal- venient truth and impart an early lesson by Taylor Swift. A budding environmen- teur musicians of all backgrounds block from Park Avenue, in the center mission fee of $5. las Symphony, the Houston Sym- in the abrogation of First Amendment talist, Audrey pines for a real tree, declar- and ages together in opportunities of the township. Arthur Woodley has been ac- phony, and the Modesto Symphony. rights - by forbidding their kids to see ing that if someone gave her one, she’d claimed for his performances in He has also appeared as bass soloist “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax.” Maybe take probably marry him. Hey, if such stuff both opera and concert. He regu- in Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in them shooting or to a tractor pull instead. could start the Trojan War.... larly appears at the Seattle Opera, Mexico City with Sir Neville Marriner Teach ‘em something they can use. A vision of machismo atop his cool, Trailside to Present ‘Raptor But rest assured, children know the one-wheeled motorbike, what little boy the Opera Company of Philadel- and the Academy of St. Martin in the score. They’re just protecting your feel- wouldn’t want to be Ted? And now he phia, the Dallas Opera, and the Cin- Fields. ings. During one scene from directors has a mission…a quest no less, in the cinnati Opera. He also recently This season, Mr. Woodley performed Chris Renaud and Kyle Balda’s service of a lady fair, just like the knights Trust Story’ for Adults made his debuts at the San Fran- Raimondo in “Lucia di Lammermoor” Hollywoodization of Dr. Seuss’s poi- of old. Problem is, he doesn’t know if a MOUNTAINSIDE – The Union cisco Opera and the Pittsburgh Op- with the Atlanta Opera and will return gnant jeremiad about the ecology, the tree grows anywhere in this brave new County Board of Chosen Freehold- era. His many roles have included to Seattle Opera for Rocco in “Fidelio,” cute little animals are leaving a deci- world. Good thing Grammy Norma (Betty ers and the Department of Parks Varlaam “Boris Gudonov,” Bartolo Alidoro in “La Cenerentola” and mated forest that can no longer sustain White) is around to advise. and Community Renewal are in “Le Nozze di Figaro,” the Four Colline in “La Boheme.” them. The silence in the theater is deafen- Seek out the Once-ler, she counsels. pleased to announce that “The Rap- Villains in “Les Contes He will be accompanied by pia- ing. He’ll know. So off Ted goes, where no I’ve no doubt that if President Teddy kid has gone before, at least not in a very, tor Trust Story” will be presented at d’Hoffmann,” Nick Shadow in “The nist Sándor Szabó. Roosevelt, that icon of conservation, very long time, perhaps not since the air Trailside Nature and Science Cen- Rake’s Progress,” Sulpice in “La Funding for these concert has could ride the time machine to a theater was free. Like the scene in 1492, when an ter in Mountainside on Thursday, Fille du Regiment,” Colline in “La been made possible in part by the showing “The Lorax,” he’d doff his adventurer might fear falling off the edge, March 22. This program for adults, Boheme,” Raimondo in “Lucia di New Jersey State Council on the Roughrider hat and shout “bully!” reaf- he approaches, through tunnel and over 18 and older, will run from 7:15 – Lammermoor,” Basilio in “Il Arts, Department of State, a partner firming the true spirit of conservatism. bridge, the end of the known world…the 8:15 p.m. The admission fee is $8 Barbiere di Siviglia,” and Achillas agency of the national Endowment I’d treat to lunch, where I’m sure we’d wall. He zooms through a door. per person for Union County resi- in “Giulio Cesare.” of the Arts, through a grant admin- agree the film is more important as a Gosh…it’s a wasteland, a nonexistent dents and $10 for out-of-county In concert, Mr. Woodley’s recent istered by the Union County Office tutorial than it is as art. T.R. can leave the forest of ruin, and pretty spooky, too. Oh participants. Pre-registration is pre- concert engagements have included of Cultural and Heritage Affairs. tip. well, gotta find this Once-ler. But when While the animation and voicing are he finally does, it’s apparent this won’t ferred, but walk-ins will be accom- just fine, and the mood of the tale ulti- be getting any easier. Barely visible, en- modated as space permits. mately comical and uplifting, save for the sconced high in a tower where he lives in The Raptor Trust, located in moral message this has to be the least hermit fashion, the Once-ler isn’t quick Millington on the edge of the Great Oratorio Singers Seuss-like of the movie adaptations. Still, to help, at least not at first, his words rife Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 I could see a Broadway rendition. Of with mystery and puzzle. is one of the premier wild bird reha- breeding bird surveys, led bird (American, European and Asian course, with only one memorable song, Fortunately, Grammy made sure Ted bilitation centers in the United watching and research tours abroad, tours), the Paris Opera, the New they’d have to fix that. And the lecturing, took along the Once-ler’s favorite treat. States. The facility includes a hos- and is active in the field of studying York City Opera, Opera Theatre of well, it’s a tad too spoon-fed. The story goes into flashback as the pital with state-of-the-art medical birdsong. St. Louis, the Opera Theater of St. However, let’s skip for a second the strange curmudgeon tells a tale of greed RED TAILED HAWK…“The Raptor controversy and the fear by some reac- and how, through his invention of the equipment, an education center, and Trust Story,” a program for adults, 18 Soprano, Hope Hudson is gain- Louis, Santa Fe Opera, she has par- tionary pundits that tykes and tots view- Thneed, an all-purpose garment made outdoor aviaries that can house sev- and older, will be held at Trailside ing national recognition for her ticipated the Merola Opera program ing this flick will immediately want to from trees, it resulted in this sad state of eral hundred birds. The Trust’s staff Nature and Science Center in work as an advocate of new Ameri- in San Francisco, and performed occupy their nursery schools, especially affairs. But hark, the forces of evil are and volunteers care for more than Mountainside on Thursday, March 22, can art song. She is a frequent col- with Boston Lyric Opera. if they’re profitable. This is no more spying. 3,600 injured and orphaned birds from 7:15 – 8:15 p.m. laborator with composer/pianist Tickets for this concert are $20 subversive than “Little Red Riding Sneaky as Nixon, invasive as the KGB, each year, with the primary goal of discussion on common injuries, Richard Pearson Thomas and has general admission and $15 for se- Hood.” It’s fun. Strip thought from our Mr. O’Hare is hip to the activist jive, releasing as many as possible back medical procedures and the sea- commissioned and premiered sev- niors/students and may be purchased entertainment and we’re numbskulls. fearful that this young do-gooder might into the wild. sonal care of baby birds. The pro- eral of his chamber works and song at the door or by calling the church That said, welcome to Thneed-Ville, a spoil his pay-to-breathe domination. Then Lauren Butcher, the Trust’s Edu- gram will touch on a wide variety cycles. Ms. Hudson has been a fre- office at (908) 233-4211 daily from Popsicle and Candyland-looking place the action speeds up and the colorful, 3- with seemingly happy folk. But look a bit D magic reaches near kaleidoscopic pro- cation Director since 2005, will pro- of bird species that come through quent performer at the Aldeburgh 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Church parking further and you note that, similar to H.G. portions. Land sakes alive, Ma, the revo- vide a behind-the-scenes look at the Trust’s doors and Ms. Butcher Festival in England, and is a candi- is available from the entrance on Wells’s passive Eloi in “The Time Ma- lution is on, and Junior is experiencing what the Trust does to care for the will share some of their fascinating date for the Doctor of Education in Ferris Place. The church and sanctu- chine,” they’re living a life of subjuga- his first coup d’état. thousands of injured and orphaned stories. College Teaching at Teachers Col- ary are handicapped accessible. tion. Like the phony trees and plants, So, let’s see: free speech, separation of birds that are brought to the facility To register for “The Raptor Trust lege. Ms. Hudson is an Affiliate Funding for this concert has been their complacency is synthetic. What’s business and state, conservation, and each year. Ms. Butcher began vol- Story” or for information on other Artist in Voice at Kean University made available through a grant from more, the city is walled. fighting tyranny. Hmm. Better not let unteering at the Raptor Trust in upcoming programs and events at and is an Adjunct Professor in both the Westfield Foundation and from But here’s the real rub, the ultimate your kid see “The Lorax.” He might grow 1999. She has a Master’s Degree Trailside, call (908) 789-3670 or the Music Education and Theater The New Jersey State Council on confiscation we cite when agonizing over up to be an American. from Rutgers University, where she visit www.ucnj.org/trailside. faculties at Kean. the Arts, Department of State, a monopolistic insensibility: ‘The next … thing you know, they’ll be charging us “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax,” rated PG, is a studied the history of amateur orni- Trailside Nature and Science Cen- Mezzo soprano Denise Woods is partner agency of the National En- for air.” Fact is, Mr. O’Hare, looking like Universal Pictures release directed by Chris thology in the United States. ter is located at 452 New Provi- a member and soloist in the choir at dowment for the Arts, through a the Three Stooges’s Moe Howard and Renaud and Kyle Balda and stars the The presentation will focus on dence Road in Mountainside and is the Riverside Church in New York grant administered by the Union verbalized by Bob Riggle, wouldn’t have voices of Danny DeVito, Zac Efron and the raptors, for which the center is a service of the Union County Board City. She has performed with Hous- County Office of Cultural and Heri- it any other way. He owns it. Cough up Taylor Swift. Running time: 86 minutes named, but it also will include a of Chosen Freeholders. ton Grand Opera in Porgy and Bess tage Affairs. Page 24 Thursday, March 15, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

Oratorio Singers to Present Works Of Vivaldi, Rutter and Johnson WESTFIELD — On Sunday, March basic similarities. For instance, both new work is “Cantus Avium Solamen 18, at 3 p.m. in the sanctuary of the pieces conclude with a reiteration of Est,” or “Birdsong Brings Relief to My Westfield First United Methodist the music of their opening movements, Longing.” It is a concerto for clarinet, Church, The Oratorio singers of both make use of traditional Gregorian bird whistle, chorus and orchestra and Westfield, under the direction of Trent plainsong melodies, and in both works is currently made up of 3 movements Johnson will present a concert of works the focus is on the soloist for the more based upon the poetry of Jelaluddin consisting of something very old and reflective verses, while the chorus is Rumi, Laura Richards and Rainer Maria an audience favorite – “Gloria” by called upon to provide some appropri- Rilke. The Oratorio Singers concert Antonio Vivaldi, music not so old – ate vocal muscle in robust sections of will serve as a preview to the larger Magnificat by John Rutter and a new the text such as ‘Fecit potentiam in version of the work, which will contain “preview” work from the pen of Trent brachio suo’ (He hath showed strength 4 or 5 movements. This work features Johnson entitled “Bird Song Brings with his arm). And just as Bach in- 2 poems that are evocative of birds and Relief to My Longing” featuring the cluded several additional Christmas birdsong along with a setting of the virtuosity of Andrew Lamy, clarinetist movements in the original E-flat ver- children’s poem “Eletelephony” by from the New Jersey Symphony Or- sion of his “Magnificat,” so, too, Rutter Laura Richards chestra (NJSO). Also featured on the incorporates three extra elements into Clarinetist Andrew Lamy has re- program with the chorus and members the standard Latin text. Particularly ceived consistent critical acclaim for of the NJSO will be soloists soprano memorable is his haunting setting of his sweet, colorful tone, liquid phras- Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times Hope Hudson and mezzo-soprano the beautiful 15th century poem, ‘Of a ing, immaculate technique, and his DECIDING…Pippin (Matt Lynn) contemplates a life without his love Catherine (Annie Oldakowski) and her son Theo Denise Woods. Rose, a lovely Rose’, which uses the energetic performance style. Mr. (Connor Wynne) in Westfield High School Theatre Department’s production of Pippin. This will be the Oratorio Singers image of a rose as an allegory for the Lamy has performed live national 32nd consecutive year of performing Blessed Virgin Mary and her powers to and international broadcasts with the both sacred and secular choral music in intercede for mankind. John Rutter has Metropolitan Opera and the New Jer- Westfield High School’s Pippin the Westfield area. stated that his intention was to write a sey Symphony Orchestra, is a found- The splendidly set “Gloria” of Vivaldi “Magnificat” redolent of Mediterra- ing member of the Halcyon Trio, and is by far the best known and loved of nean sunshine and celebration, evok- has collaborated with the Artis Quar- Vivaldi’s sacred works which might ing the spirit of the many exuberant tet of Vienna, the Getty Center, the Proves to be Truly Magical have been composed for the Ospitale festivals held throughout Europe in Lincoln Center Festival, the Mixed- By SUSAN MYRILL DOUGHERTY on the chorus of her song. As he is just about ready to commit della Pietà, the orphanage and school honor of the Virgin Mary. To this end, Flock Orchestra Project, the Mad Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times As Pippin takes grandma’s words to to a life of average, everyday, ordinary, for foundling girls in Venice of which the work is full of energetic, synco- Coyote Ensemble, and is the Artistic WESTFIELD — Westfield High heart and is initiated into a world of sex mundane living, Pippin has second Vivaldi was music master for 37 years pated rhythms and strong melodies, Director of the eclectic Terra Lyrica School’s (WHS) musical Sweeney Todd by a bevy of dancing beauties, he be- thoughts and bolts. Broken hearted (1703-1740). On the other hand it may with more than a hint of the musical Ensemble. Mr. Lamy is also active in won bragging rights last year from comes more befuddled. What saves Catherine sings one of the most lovely, have been written for the larger and theatre from time to time. field ornithology having conducted Paper Mill Playhouse’s prestigious him from total despair is his falling in dramatic highlights of the night in “I mixed-gender voices of Saint Marks. The official title of Trent Johnson’s CONTINUED ON PAGE 23 Rising Star Awards program. So WHS love with a widow, Catherine (sweetly Guess I’ll Miss the Man,” displaying a But, we shall probably never know for had a lot to prove this year with their seductive Annie Oldakowski), her son rich, velvet voice and astounding act- sure. production of Pippin. Theo (the adorable Connor Wynne) ing ability. The text of the “Gloria” is the second Last weekend’s presentation supports and his dying duck. CONTINUED ON PAGE 23 main section of the ordinary of the the adage “nothing succeeds like Mass. Like Bach, in his great Mass in B success.” With the successful minor, Vivaldi sets each short section combination of stellar direction by of the text as a separate movement. The Daniel Devlin, brilliant musical movements are at once lively, melodic, direction by John Brzozowski, amazing sometimes serene, often exhilarating choreography by Samantha Hahn, and and buoyant, and throughout full of an outstanding, talented cast, beautiful block harmonies. Westfield’s show had to be a hit. It was. Though he is perhaps best known for With music and lyrics by Stephen his carols and other short pieces, John Schwartz and book by Roger O Hirson, Rutter also has a number of large-scale Pippin uses the framework of a narrator works for chorus and orchestra to his – The Leading Player (Taylor Jackson) name. John Rutter’s initial inspiration — revealing the story. The Broadway for his “Magnificat” was another great role garnered Ben Vereen a Tony. It masterpiece – that of J. S. Bach, though would not be a surprise if Ms. Jackson, he has also revealed that he found the a sensational dancer/singer/actress were task of following in Bach’s footsteps a up for awards of her own this season. somewhat daunting prospect, as in- Using “magic,” The Leading Player deed any composer might. Despite the SACRED MUSIC...On Sunday, March 18, at 3 p.m. in the sanctuary of the and her troupe of versatile Players tells fact that the two works are about as Westfield First United Methodist Church, The Oratorio singers of Westfield will the tale of a young medieval prince, different in style as they could possibly present a concert of works consisting of something very old, as well as an audience Pippin (the extraordinarily talented Matt be, they nevertheless do share some favorite. Lynn), who is in search for significance in his life. In his first solo, Pippin bares his soul Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times in “Corner of the Sky” to reveal that his LIMELIGHT GRABBING GRANNY…Berthe (Rebecca Skowron), right, Pippin’s spirit needs to run free and find his grandmother, steals the scene with the audience participation song, “No Time at All” niche. Perfect casting of the role of in Westfield High School’s production of Pippin. Pippin is demonstrated in Matt’s sensitivity and range of emotion in the delivery of this and every other of his Richard Dreyfuss Fascinates songs. Just back from his university stud- ies, Pippin goes through war, lust, and At Kean University Reading politics, yet nothing satisfies. Pippin By SUSAN MYRILL DOUGHERTY Jewish Studies and World Affairs has a dysfunctional family of an over- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Program, the Master’s Program in reaching stepmother Fastrada (the UNION — Academy Award-win- Holocaust and Genocide Studies and beautiful, delightfully sexy dancer/ ning actor Richard Dreyfuss visited the Kean Holocaust Resource Cen- singer Maggie Tanji) a self absorbed Kean University on March 5 as part ter. A question and answer period half-brother Lewis (played to the hilt of the university’s continuing Pre- was unusually informative because by Will Cary) and a preoccupied fa- miere Artists series and enlightened the audience was well-versed in Jew- ther, King Charlemagne, called and enthralled students and general ish history, posing thought-provok- Charles (the regal, gorgeous speaking audience members alike. ing questions for the actors and play- and singing – voiced Geoff Ko). Early in the day, Mr. Dreyfuss de- wright Morton who joined the actors In the countryside, Pippin gets livered a lecture in the university’s onstage. advice from his show-stopping Little Theater on the importance of “Mr. Dreyfus, have you thought granny who belts out, “It’s Time to civics education in public schools. what it might be like for you to switch Start Livin’” in the song, “No Time Following the lecture, he led a dis- roles with the commandant?” asked at All.” Bawdy Berthe (the hilari- cussion with Kean theatre students one audience member. Both Jamie ous Rebecca Skowron) is the lime- on the evolution of acting, and an- Jackson, the actor who played the light-grabbing grandmother who swered their questions. At 7 p.m., the commandant and Mr. Dreyfuss, who leads the audience in singing along public was invited to attend a staged played Gruner, agreed it would be reading of the Frederic Morton play, intriguing. “Something I tell young Free Classical The Commandant. Mr. Dreyfuss actors,” Mr. Dreyfuss said, “you have starred with six other equity actors Hitler and Jesus in you and you have who sat on stage with scripts in hand. to know when to bring out which one.” Guitar Concert at Set in the final days of World War Twists and turns in the plotline II, the fascinating play follows the show Gruner to be a strange protago- Local Church story of an Austrian-Jewish actor nist. Mr. Dreyfus was quick to point SCOTCH PLAINS - Classical gui- (Dreyfuss) who is offered “the role of out that in life, no one is ever truly a tarist Loren Fortna will perform in a lifetime” by a concentration camp protagonist. “I have learned a great concert at the First United Methodist commandant to play him as he makes deal about myself through my rela- Church of Scotch Plains at 1171 his escape before the Allied Forces tionship with the author and through Terrill Road in Scotch Plains on Sun- close in. The play is a series of 1945 reading the play—there is no such day, March 18, at 6:30 p.m. Mr. scenes with flashbacks to 1938, which thing as an easy hero,” he explained. Fortna’s concert features original reveal the haunting back-story of pris- The reading was free, but members works and transcriptions by Albeniz, oner Gruner. of the audience were encouraged to Tarrega, Foden, Piazzolla, and The reading of the two-act play, make a donation to the Hannah Middleton directed by John Wooten, artistic di- Senesh Humanitarian Scholarship at Admission is free. A freewill offer- rector of Premiere Stages, was pre- the school by contacting Dr. Dennis ing will be accepted at the door and sented in conjunction with the Kean B. Klein at [email protected]. the money collected will be donated to the UMC World Service Fund, which supports global mission and ministry. Mr. Fortna earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Theoretical Studies at Susquehanna University and a Master’s in Music degree from the University of Akron. He also earned an Artist’s Diploma from the Cali School. Since 2001 Mr. Fortna has been teaching vocal and general music in the New Jersey public schools. In 2004 he joined the Springfield Public Schools, where he was named Dis- trict Teacher of the Year for the 2008- 2009 school year. He is also a mem- ber of the music faculty at Montclair State University. He has performed throughout North America as a solo- ist, accompanist, ensemble member, and conductor. Please note that the door to the Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times sanctuary where the concert will take ROLE OF A LIFETIME...John Wooten, left, of Premiere Stages at Kean BROKERS place is at the rear of the building. University, thanks playwright Frederic Morton, center, and actor Richard WELCOME Call the church at (908) 322-9222 Dreyfuss who, along with six other equity actors, presented a staged reading of with questions. The Commandant on March 5. Page S-1 Thursday, March 15, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary MILLER SANK 1,081 CAREER POINTS, LED SCORING, ASSISTS; McCOY REBOUNDS, STEALS Cougar Lady B’ballers Placed 2nd in UCT, Finished 24-5

By DAVID B. CORBIN nents during that time span. with 107 assists, while pulling them down in any situation. Her and second-leading scorer this Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times This season, Miller led the Cou- down 157 rebounds and adding vocal presence is something we year. She is able to take the ball Juniors Jess McCoy, Jenna gars with 438 points, which in- 35 blocks. Miller sank her 1,000th will definitely miss,” Cougar Head to the basket as well as shoot Goeller and Katlin McGovern have cluded a team-leading 76 3- career point against Scotch Coach Jackie Dyer said. from the outside, making her played on the Cranford High pointers. She hit 56-for-66 (84.6 Plains-Fanwood on February 11 Junior Jess McCoy seemed to difficult to defend,” Coach Dyer School varsity girls basketball percent – highest on team) from and finished her varsity career come out of nowhere to get un- said. team since they were freshmen the stripe. She also led the team with 1,081 points. derneath the boards and led the Junior point-guard Jenna and each year the Lady Cougars Goeller bucketed 220 points, in- have improved their record, 21- cluding 45 3-pointers, and added 8 in 2010, 22-6 in 2011 and now 87 assists, 61 rebounds and 35 24-5, which translates to a 67- steals. 19 record (.779 winning percent- “Jenna was another outstand- age). ing defender and scorer for us All of the Lady Cougars’ losses this year. When our team was in this season were down-to-the- a rut offensively, Jenna would wire, beginning with a 46-43 set- take control, drive to the basket back at the hands of Jonathan strong and get our momentum Dayton on January 6. One week back,” Coach Dyer said. later, the Linden Tigers burned Junior forward Katlin McGovern the Cougars, 44-43. led the team with 66 blocks, On January 19, undefeated while sinking 170 points, grab- Governor Livingston (GL) re- bing 123 rebounds, snatching mained unbeaten by squeaking 24 steals and adding 32 assists. out a 42-38 win. The Lady Cou- “Kaitlin was a huge presence gars evened the score on Febru- for us in the paint both defen- ary 3 with a 49-45 victory over sively and offensively. Her up the GL Highlanders, but their and under move was hard to hands got icy in a 31-25 loss to stop,” Coach Dyer pointed out. the Highlanders in the Union Sophomore guard Mairead County Tournament champion- McKeary scored 151 points and ship game at Kean University. added 44 steals, 69 rebounds The Lady Cougars’ final loss was and 52 assists. McKeary also to West Morris, 34-32, in the added a very stubborn defense North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 presence. semifinals. “Mairead was by far our best However, a lot of the Lady Cou- defender this year. She was given gars’ success over the past three the challenge each game to shut years could be attributed to se- down our opponents’ best play- nior Morgan Miller, who was a ers and she succeeded each team leader when she stepped time,” Coach Dyer said. onto the court. But the friction of Off the bench, Carly Maucione her shot ripping through the net David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times contributed 40 rebounds, 36 from 3-point range always sent a REBOUNDING LEADER…Junior Jess McCoy, No. 20, led the Cougars with 288 rebounds. She also led in steals with points, 11 steals, 15 blocks and loud and clear message to oppo- 93, scored 290 points and added 102 assists. See story in The Westfield Leader newspaper. 10 assists. Kerri Wischeusen con- tributed 14 points, seven steals, “Morgan was an amazing leader Cougars with 288 rebounds. She 18 rebounds and 11 assists. See & Subscribe at both on and off the court. She and Miller were the chief thieves The Lady Cougars will return BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo was a major threat offensively with 93 and 92 steals, respec- four seasoned starters next year, from the 3-point line, knocking tively. McCoy was also second on along with several girls who have Submit commentary and items for publishing. the team with 290 points, 102 gained significant playing time, Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste assists and 54 blocked shots. so another 20+ win season is “Jess was our leading rebounder definitely not out of the question. Page S-2 Thursday, March 15, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cranford Police Chief Addresses Audiotape Controversy By FRED T. ROSSI Strategy Group, a private con- She said application packages had Campbell, will allow houses to be formalize such a designation. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader sulting firm, has been hired as been sent to the four individuals built up to that height without Once those moves are made, the CRANFORD – Two weeks after the township’s chief financial of- who replied in the affirmative. the need to secure a variance. township will then certify to the the surfacing of an 8-year-old ficer for the remainder of the Those packages will be completed Briefly addressing the latest court that it is in compliance with Internet audiotape in which he year. The firm will be paid and returned to the township com- news regarding the Birchwood the judge’s order. Then, Mr. Morin uttered an off-color joke in a $100,800 through December, ac- mittee, which will then schedule Avenue development, Township said, the municipal government telephone conversation with his cording to Mr. Mason, who is personal interviews with the can- Attorney Phil Morin said the town- can formally file an appeal of the son, township Police Chief Eric acting administrator until the end didates. Ms. Adubato Nesi said ship must take several actions to judge’s order. Mason said on Tuesday those of May, when he will retire from the committee would be assisted comply with a judge’s December In other matters, some further comments were “not indicative the police department prior to by a non-Union County police chief order allowing work at the site to discussion of the proposed 2012 of the career I have had or the assuming the administrator’s who will provide consulting ad- go forward. He said the planning municipal budget will delay its person that I am.” He said he duties on a full-time basis. vice during the search process. board will discuss at its Wednes- introduction until Tuesday, March regretted if anyone had been Commissioner Lisa Adubato Nesi At the beginning of its 75- day, April 4 meeting proposed 27. Deputy Mayor Andis Kalnins offended by his remarks and la- said the search for a new police minute meeting, the committee changes to the township’s mas- said the township committee had mented that a tape of “a private chief is underway, with letters of approved an ordinance raising ter plan to allow multi-family af- gone through the budget “line by conversation” had been “ex- intent having been sent to quali- the height limitation on resi- fordable housing at the Birchwood line” on Monday night, but still ploited” by someone in order to fied lieutenants and captains dences in the R-1 through R-7 Avenue site. And the township had some items that needed to “divide the community and to within the police department seek- zones from 30 feet to 32 feet. committee, he said, will be re- be looked at. embarrass me.” ing their interest in the position. This change, said Commissioner quired to pass an ordinance to CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 The audiotape was made public by an anonymous poster on the YouTube website the day after the announcement of Mr. Mason’s Garwood Tax Levy to Rise 3.5 Percent in 2012 elevation to township adminis- trator after eight years heading By MICHAEL POLLACK said; this year’s levy rose dropping $65,000, to $435,000. represents the actual amount of the police department. On the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader tape, Mr. Mason is heard in a $190,000. “I’m ecstatic about that num- money the borough spends in telephone conversation with his GARWOOD – The Garwood Bor- After the meeting, Mr. Mathieu ber,” he said. funding the library. “They had son shortly after Mr. Mason was ough Council unanimously intro- told The Westfield Leader that Through the budget process, previously only given us named Cranford’s first African- duced a $7.16-million budget on the main “budget buster” was Garwood’s finance team ap- $38,000, so we’re raising it to be American police chief in 2003. Tuesday that manages to stay healthcare increases for all pub- proached the fire-prevention the actual cost. So, in essence, He jokes to his son that his day within the state-mandated 2-per- lic workers. Healthcare costs rose department and library, request- we are not supplementing the was going well because he “didn’t cent ceiling, but results in a $105 11 percent to $890,000, “and ing that they return unused re- library,” Ms. Todisco said. have to kill any white people.” municipal increase per house- this was after larger employee serves to the taxpayers by pro- “Although we are increasing Mr. Mason’s comments at hold. contributions,” Mr. Mathieu viding these funds as revenues the fee, the library has run sur- Tuesday’s township committee The borough’s tax levy – the noted. for the municipality, Ms. Todisco pluses year after year,” she said. meeting were met with applause amount to be collected through Finance Chairwoman Sara said in her report. She thanked “They can afford to pay what from the dozen or so residents in taxation – will be $5.415 million, Todisco formally unveiled the both departments for their con- their actual fees are. Not a penny attendance, as well as from the a 3.5-percent jump from last budget telling The Leader that sideration despite the fire-pre- more or less.” five township committee mem- year’s $5.23-million levy. The most importantly, the budget will vention department declining the Mr. Mathieu, the mayor’s rep- bers. Commissioner Kevin increase will result in a $105 keep all services at their present offer, to return $3,800, and the resentative to the library, said, Campbell said he was “proud to spike in the municipal portion of levels. library being legally unable to do “The sentiment in the room [at a serve” with Mr. Mason, while property taxes for homes as- “Where it allowed, we also in- so. recent library board of trustees’ Mayor David Robinson delivered sessed at $100,000; the aver- creased funding for recreation, She noted that it was “unclear” meeting] was ‘how much are we a defense of Mr. Mason’s appoint- age Garwood home is assessed by $2,000, as well as for se- if the library had the power to giving back?’ People were very ment and of Mr. Mason himself. at $103,000. niors,” she said. “HUD (The De- donate its excess of $28,000 back open. They understand they’re The mayor, noting that the town- Responding to a question by partment of Housing and Urban to the borough. Mr. Mathieu said custodians of taxpayer money, ship committee had investigated Bruce Paterson, Councilman Jim Development) cut certain pro- that by law, until the library and they wanted to give it the audiotape eight years ago, Mathieu summarized that the grams dramatically, and we had reaches $46,000 in excess funds, back...They were willing to re- said he did not believe it was budget “was below the statu- to supplement their budget to it is not deemed to have a “true turn the money, but according anything more than a “misguided tory requirements of the mis- keep the senior programs in- surplus” that can be returned to to state law, they were not al- joke.” Mr. Mason, he declared, “is named 2-percent cap. The ac- tact.” the municipality. lowed to.” the right person for the job” of tual tax increase, using math, is Mr. Mathieu noted that Rahway Therefore, the finance commit- Ms. Todisco agreed, saying, township administrator. 3.5 percent.” A true 2-percent Valley Sewerage Authority tee decided to increase the “The library seemed very willing In other business, the commit- tax-levy spike would have re- charges, which have crippled library’s in-kind fees by $8,000, to give back; they see the bur- tee announced that Government sulted in a jump of $108,000, he other neighboring towns, were to $46,000; the $46,000 figure CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 Page S-3 Thursday, March 15, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary A Letter to the Editor Musicfest Is Example of How the County Conducts People’s Business Union County has announced more than it received,” he held that it is canceling Musicfest and no employee accountable. their Rhythm and Blues concerts. Costs that aren’t included are They are claiming that this will the jobs that were created to run save $1.2 million, which will help these concerts. A department was save county jobs. Really? created and Freeholder Dan The Union County Watchdog Sullivan’s niece was put in charge Association (UCWA) has been try- of it. I could never find out how ing to follow the costs of these many people worked under her. concerts, Musicfest in particular, If the county is going to be laying for years. I was publicly mocked off employees, they should start by former county manager with the elimination of this de- George Devanney when I sur- partment. mised that Musicfest was costing Musicfest is just one of the upwards of $1.2 million annu- many projects under the county’s ally. He publicly stated that the half a billion-dollar budget. It is cost was only $360,000. The an easy-to-understand example documents I obtained through of how they are conducting the the OPRA never added up to the people’s business overall. county’s claims. To this day, I Tina Renna can only guess what these con- President, UCWA certs actually cost as there is no GOOD READ...Bruce Paterson of Garwood shows the Whitney Houston funeral article in The Westfield Leader to the accountability. Although the wild horses on Assateague Island, Maryland. county prosecutor investigated the 2010 Musicfest and found “the use of public funds deserves Cr Police Chief CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 Garwood Tax Levy to Rise 3.5Percent in 2012 Garwood Mayor Invites Later in the meeting, Demo- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 cratic Commissioner Edward Residents on Saturday O’Malley said the township’s 2011 den and want to help us. So we matter was forwarded to the Hunt will take place on Saturday, On Saturday morning, March audit showed a larger-than-an- really appreciate the library look- Police Committee. March 31, at the Little League 17, Garwood Mayor Patricia ticipated surplus at year’s end of ing at this.” Councilman Keith Sluka clari- field. Quattrocchi will be available in $2 million. He called it a “stun- In regards to the fire-preven- fied, saying, “The issue wasn’t The Garwood P.B.A. Local 117 her office at Garwood Borough ning turnaround in the town’s tion department, the finance outsourcing the crossing guards. will present “Help for Greg” on Hall to meet with residents. Any fiscal health” from a year earlier, committee has recommended to The issue was trying to eliminate Thursday, May 10, at The resident wishing to speak with when the 2011 township com- reduce the department’s appro- paying unemployment insurance Westwood banquet hall. Marine the mayor regarding any issue is mittee, newly controlled by priations to its 2011 level of (UI) for seasonal workers.” Cpl. Greg Caron, a friend of Local encouraged to stop in between Democrats, faced what Mr. $26,000. The department will Mr. Mathieu said it was “scan- 117, was seriously injured by an the hours of 10 a.m. and noon. O’Malley said was a deficit. keep its reserve and can spend dalous” to file for UI benefits improvised explosive device No appointment is necessary. Mayor Robinson, a Republican that on vehicle repairs, for ex- when working a seasonal job. He (IED) while serving in Afghani- Mayor Quattrocchi has set aside who was a commissioner on the ample. deemed it a type of “corruption, stan. He lost both of his legs, a the mornings of the third Satur- GOP-controlled committee in The budget process will un- government waste and abuse finger and broke his collarbone. day of each month for this pur- 2010, took exception to Mr. dergo a public hearing at the that drives people nuts.” Later, The P.B.A. is hosting a benefit to pose. However, she is also avail- O’Malley’s characterization, call- Tuesday, April 10 meeting. he called it “offensive” that all 11 assist the Caron family during able to address resident issues ing it “a whole lot of demagogu- During the workshop session guards file. this time. Some of the proceeds and concerns by appointment ery” and saying that the audit that preceded the regular agenda The mayor said the committee will help alleviate the cost of his during the borough’s regular had found that there had not meeting, Mayor Pat Quattrocchi would look into the matter but day-to-day bills and go towards business hours via e-mail at been a deficit at the start of said the borough is considering told Mr. Mathieu that “as the law installing a handicap ramp at his [email protected] or by 2011, but rather a surplus of a measure to “outsource” its is written, they are entitled to it.” home. To learn more, e-mail phone at (908) 789-0710. $543,000. crossing guards; she said the In other news, the Easter Egg [email protected].