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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, September 14, 2006 OUR 116th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 37-2006 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS BOE Hears Roosevelt Renovation Plans, Discusses Bond Referendum By MEGHAN GILL “Almost nothing has been done to vation and addition will allow the dis- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader renovate the building,” said facilities trict] to better deliver this education WESTFIELD — The board of edu- committee chairman Richard we worked so hard to develop… sur- cation facilities committee recom- Solomon. vival is not the standard.” mended the board approve the entire He said there is a safety issue re- “This makes sense as a way to do it Roosevelt Intermediate School reno- garding the stairwells. The second- – the economies of construction. It is vation proposal, including the addi- story bridge and outdoor breezeway, a modest scale back. You couldn’t do tions for the cafeteria and library, at which connect the original building the cafeteria and not the library with- Tuesday evening’s meeting. to the newer wing, also pose both a out being penny-wise and pound fool- The total cost for the renovation and safety and security threat, according ish,” said board member Beth Cassie. construction project is $3,198,520, to Mr. Solomon. Ms. Riegel said Edison Intermedi- reflecting a $69-per-year increase per Business Administrator Bob Berman ate School needs new windows, light- household for 20 years, based upon a said the breezeway enclosure renova- ing and a parking lot repaving at the house assessment of $180,000. tion would increase security and de- back of the school. In addition to the renovation of the crease the utility bill and wear and tear. She asked the facilities committee six stair towers, corridor floor tiles and “What were they thinking? Do we why these items should not be included new ceiling and lights, the proposal want to leave a similar legacy?” Super- in the bond. “My concern is about what adds 1,020 square feet to the library intendent William Foley asked the board this bond is supposed to be,” she said. and 1,100 square feet to the cafeteria. regarding the bridge and breezeway. “To do something to one middle school If approved by the board, it would Board President Anne Riegel asked and not the other [is troublesome].” present the renovation project to the the board about the importance of the Ms. Cassie said, “They are hugely public for vote as a bond referendum library addition. Facilities committee different facilities. All of us could put in the early part of 2007. member Julia Walker said, “[This reno- together a list of things we see needed David Samsky for The Westfield Leader to upgrade al all schools. I’m not sure REMEMBERING...A few hundred townspeople gathered with candlelight at the September 11, 2001 Westfield Memorial where the next largest need is.” on Monday night to remember the 3,024 people killed in the tragedy and to honor those who served in the aftermath. The Board Vice President Ginny Leiz bell tolled as the names were read of the 12 Westfield residents who died that day. read a statement to the board objecting to the proposal. “Consistent education is a goal. Changes are important, but is Council Introduces TV-36 Dir., now the right time to do this?” She said that one bond should be presented to the public for the Lin- coln School/Early Childhood Center, Hears Tree-Removal Complaint and that the board should “put to- By MICHAEL J. POLLACK mand for a site review. archives, which are currently stored gether an assessment of all Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Mr. Snizek said he noticed the prac- in the board of education building on facilities…maybe in a year or two WESTFIELD – On Tuesday, the tice occur in his neighborhood and on Elm Street. The historical society re- (we could) put to bond referendum Westfield town council introduced a the south side. He questioned whether cently proposed a $1.8-million reno- (including all facilities).” new TV-36 director and began a dia- it was time “to consider a process vation to restore the house, which has “All of us in this room would concur logue on tree removal. where citizens file for tree-removal fallen into disrepair. that this (bond referendum) is the last Mayor Andrew Skibitsky an- permits.” Addressing Councilman Jim Mr. Foerst said the mayor’s taskforce thing we want to do,” Mr. Foley said. nounced that the town “finally” has a Foerst, he said “you need to look at on over development met for the first “What I can say is that people were new TV-36 director of operations after your arsenal and the tree-preservation time last Thursday. He said the volun- David Samsky for The Westfield Leader DON’T PITY THE FOOD…In between filming scenes for his upcoming reality saying do something. People expressed hiring Westfield’s Jamie Lynn Drohan, commission is a quiver if you will.” teer committee, chaired by board of TV show, Mr. T emotes one of his more characteristic growls, as John’s Meat concern about taxes, but they were also a full-time producer on Union’s TV- Nancy Priest, the president of the adjustment chairman William Market co owner Vinnie Losavio looks on in the freezer. See story on page 26. giving us a charge to (fix) Roosevelt.” 34 and a CN8 “Newsmakers” host. Westfield Historical Society, invited Heinbokel, is meeting “every two “The facilities committee decision The mayor said he is “confident” that the council and citizens to a “special” weeks until (the) work is done.” is consistent with the findings of the “with Jamie’s talent, she is going to add meeting on Thursday, September 21, Mr. Foerst “solicited” members of Planning Board Approves citizen’s advisory committee on en- significant content – both the quality at 7:30 p.m. in the community room to the community who have expertise in rollment and parents. This is what and the quantity of the content.” discuss the Reeve House renovation. construction, such as builders, engi- we’ve come up with; if we’ve done it Ms. Drohan said she’s “very ex- Once renovated, the one-and-two- neers, realtors or architects to contact Nail Salon on South Avenue wrong, vote no,” he said. cited to begin.” She said one of her thirds-acre property on 314 Moun- the committee by e-mailing By NORDETTE N. ADAMS the design provided sufficient room Dolores Sherry of Rahway Avenue goals is to intertwine TV-36 and the tain Avenue will house the society’s [email protected]. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader for emergency vehicles to turn. addressed the board. “Costs to the tax- Internet, whereby a show will ulti- WESTFIELD — Last Thursday, the Board member Robert Newell pro- payer keep going up. Voting in January mately appear on both mediums. planning board approved Joseph posed that the fire department review is a horrible time; seniors are not going On an upcoming show, she speaks WSA Seeks Extended Half Buontempo’s plan to lease the entire the plan to determine if emergency to get out due to inclement weather.” with Reverend Edward Carll, who was first floor of retail space at 728-734 vehicles would have adequate access. “(This is) not fair, not a true repre- in attendance, about an initiative to South Avenue to Galaxy Nails and Spa He later expressed concerns about the sentation (of all members of the pub- help build a home in Biloxi, Miss. Hour for Houlihan Lights Corporation. The business will em- plan’s use of double-wide driveways. lic),” she said. Ms. Riegel explained The reverend told the council that By SARA MAGNOLA Recreation Director Bruce Kaufmann ploy eight operators and its parking lot “I’ve driven up around there and to Ms. Sherry that the dates for refer- the Greater Plainfield Habitat for Hu- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader informed commissioners that they are will have 26 spaces, three for each think oversized driveways would be endum are chosen by the state. manity and the Greater Westfield, WESTFIELD — The Westfield currently in litigation with the con- operator plus two additional spaces. extremely uncharacteristic for the In other business, the board final- Mountainside Ministerium would part- Recreation Commission Monday night tractor, A. Juliano and Son of Ster- The applicant sought variances from area,” he said. ized a draft of the 2006-2007 board ner in the effort, and he invited all discussed a request from the Westfield ling, and are unable to move forward land-ordinance requirements that the Board Chairman Vince Wilt said goals and heard a proposal to add a townspeople, on the weekend of Soccer Association (WSA) to leave with any related “punch-point” parking lot have 36 to 40 spaces. area residents have raised drainage Chinese language course at Edison Festifall, September 30 and October 1 the lights on at Houlihan and Sid Fay projects until the matter is resolved. Coldwell Banker realtor Linda Hill concerns. Mr. Dec said the plan’s Intermediate School from Assistant from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., to come to the fields for an additional half hour. Mr. Kaufmann reported that Memo- spoke on behalf of Galaxy Nails and rechargeable retention pits would Superintendent Margaret Dolan. lawn of First United Methodist Church Currently, the lights are left on until rial Pool made $886,632 in income Spa, saying she has used its services solve that problem. Board member The proposal is designed to attract and help frame the walls for the house. 9:45 p.m., but Bob Clancy, vice presi- over the summer season, which was “a at its present 211-215 South Avenue and Town Engineer Kenneth Marsh students to Edison from Roosevelt to During public comment, Wells Street dent of operations for the WSA, said little bit less than last year, but we were location and is familiar with it as both objected to the pits, saying they are help alleviate Roosevelt overcrowding. resident Michael Snizek warned the leaving them on until 10:15 p.m. would down 20 percent in attendance.” Com- a customer and a businessperson. difficult to maintain and require reha- The board will hold a special meeting council about developers who are pur- “add one additional 90-minute game missioner Chris Carson said many “I’ve never seen the parking lot bilitation later. “I propose that you on Monday, September 18, to finalize its chasing homes and removing trees be- spot. It’s hard to get kids there five people “don’t realize the pool is a self- full. I’ve never had to look for a consider an open concrete chamber. decision about the Roosevelt renovation fore the sale is completed so as to avoid minutes after school, so this would allow sustaining utility, not funded by tax parking space,” she said. The board It’s easier to maintain,” he said. project and bond referendum. the tree preservation commission’s de- us to start at 4 and then go until 10.” money, and that the members should be asked where the operators would park. When the board opened the floor to Commission Chairman Jim Marvin thanked, since it’s really a success story.” Ms. Hill said the people who work neighbors of the subdivision, Joseph said that he would “personally be in In response to the issue of sand there “are dropped off every day and Hennessey of Overhill Avenue said UC Board to Hire Lawyer to support of it, since it makes sense...10 leaking into the pool, which the com- have no need for parking.” the street improvement would remove o’clock isn’t too late.” mission had discussed previously, Mr. The board heard the request of a curve in the road that diverted water Multiple board members expressed Kauffman said a scope performed in Needle Point Homes, LLC to subdi- drainage away from properties at the Represent Sheriff’s Office opposition to extending the time, in- the pool’s pipelines showed incon- vide the 1346 Overhill Avenue lot lower end of the street. “That end of By PAUL J. PEYTON sion office, a hearing on a show-cause cluding Jonathan Jones, who said, “I clusive results. Starting this week, into three lots. The plan proposes that the street (where the proposed houses Specially Written for The Westfield Leader motion sought by Hillside Auto has would object to moving it. It’s not just pool technician Paul Checchio will the existing house on the lot remain would be located) has a higher eleva- ELIZABETH – The Union County been postponed until Friday, Septem- the light issue; it’s the activity around dig a three-foot by three-foot hole and two new houses be built, one on tion… I’m concerned that the water Board of Chosen Freeholders would ber 22, at 9 a.m. before Judge Malone. the neighborhood.” down to the risers and pipes under- each of the newly created lots. will flow down and flood the proper- take action tonight to hire the Teaneck- The motion seeks to prevent the deliv- Commissioner Debbie Judd, who is neath the pool in an attempt to figure Edward Dec of Guarriello and Dec ties at a lower elevation,” he said. based law firm of DeCotiis, Fitzpatrick, ery of the vehicles to Mr. Coon until a nearby resident, said, “I think we have out the specific origin of the leak. Associates, LLC presented the plans Mr. Dec said he would talk with the Cole & Wisler to represent the county the appeal process is concluded. to honor the commitment we made to Regarding the Memorial Park mas- and said the only variance needed town engineer and proposed a pipe sheriff’s department in a lawsuit The freeholder board is also ex- the neighborhood…I think we entered ter plan, Mr. Kaufmann told the com- was for lot depth; otherwise, he said, system to address drainage. brought by a Hillside car dealership. pected to approve a resolution tonight into a good faith agreement with [them] mission, “The sub-committee needs “we’re proposing to improve and One neighbor raised the issue of As reported in The Westfield Leader, to complete the contract with Marlbro, and I don’t think it’s a good idea [to to come up with a definitive widen the road…The road proposed snow removal and emergency ve- Hillside Auto is challenging the sale Inc. of Marlboro, a firm hired to fix the extend the time for the light] right now.” proposal…for approval on October 3 will create a more uniform street than hicles maneuverability. Others voiced by auction of three model year 2004 elevation of the newly built Eastman Board member Jim Palutucci asked so that we can present to (town) coun- what is there currently.” concerns about tree protection and luxury autos to sheriff’s officer Chris- Street Bridge in Cranford, which was Mr. Clancy to provide the commission cil what our plans are.” The road as proposed requires no replacement and the disadvantage of topher Coon, the stepson of long-time constructed 10 inches too low. with the current field schedules so the During a public input session, resi- curbs, nor does it include a cul de sac above-ground utilities. Sheriff Ralph Froehlich. Marlbro was given the $450,000 board could see what is being done to dents spoke before the commission on for Overhill Avenue, which is a no- The hammerhead design to help cars Mr. Coon was awarded the cars for contract last December by the free- maximize other field time and whether issues including support for having no outlet street. Mr. Dec proposed a ham- maneuver on the street bothered $300 during the auction and is to holders to raise the bridge after the sufficient time is left between activi- access to the fields from Scotch Plains merhead placed on the new lots that Overhill resident Marion Riley. She collect another $142,000 to satisfy $1.3 million replacement structure ties to prevent parking lots from being Avenue, fencing around the perimeters would allow emergency vehicles and said she’s lived there for 33 years and State Superior Court Judge John was built over the Rahway River in crowded and potentially unsafe. and parking lot and relocating the ten- cars to turn around on the street. has observed traffic patterns. “I know Malone’s judgment that Hillside Auto Cranford. The freeholders took ac- When questioned about the nis courts to be adjacent to the pool. Board members questioned the pro- the traffic that comes there, who turns violated the state’s Consumer Fraud tion in December to require Schoor progress of the walkways to the fields, CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 posal, citing concerns as to whether CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Act when it sold Mr. Coon a Mercedes DePalma, the Manalapan firm hired Benz E-500 with a defective radio in to design the bridge, to pay the addi- July 2005. tional cost for a surveyor’s error that At the auction held at Sevell’s Auto set the initial benchmark measure- Body on Westfield August 15, Mr. ments off by 10 inches. Coon was awarded a BMW E530i, a The final change order would re- Porsche 911 and a Volvo XC90 after duce the total cost of the new bridge Hillside owner Raj Srivastava’s bid by $36,929 – from $1,767,117 to of $110,600 was not allowed because $1,730,187. he did not bring a certified check to According to a March 2, 2004 the auction location and a third bid- county press release, the original der declined to purchase the vehicles. structure was built in 1917, carried The sheriff’s office was named in 1,800 vehicles a day and featured one the lawsuit along with its attorney, lane in each direction. The steel girder Henry Furst of West Orange. bridge was 80-feet long and 30-feet According to the court’s Civil Divi- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 PAGE INDEX Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Courtesy of Justin Richards CLEARING TREES...A house on the corner of Fairacres and Wells Streets in Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 10-11,20 Classifieds .... 22 FAMILY AFFAIR…Former President George H.W. Bush campaigns for Senator Westfield shows trees being cut down, creating concerns among a neighbor. See Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 13-19 Obituary ...... 23 Tom Kean, Jr. of Westfield at a fundraiser in Bridgewater on Wednesday, September the town council article on this page and letter to editor on page 4. Community ... 6-9 Real Estate .... 13-21 A&E ...... 25-26 6. Sen. Kean’s wife Rhonda and father Tom Kean accompany him at the podium. Page 12 Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication Goleader.com Reports Public Poll Phase I Results The Public Poll at goleader.com is ticipation occurred in waves. Sup- in progress. Phase I is complete. Phase porters of Linda Stender and Scotch I is designed to gauge political inter- Plains Democrats were the most avid. est in the races for U.S. Senate, the They participated at the highest and 7th Congressional District, Union most frequent level. County Freeholders and council races The technical designer of the poll, in Scotch Plains, Fanwood and Vicki McCabe, said, “The poll main- Garwood (mayor and council). tains a database that can be used to Phase I is not a voter prediction, identify multiple votes from the same not scientific in the polling sense and source.” there were no rules governing mul- Phase II will be installed on line by Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader CUTE AND PEPPY...The 2006 Westfield High School cheerleaders pose before tiple voting and voter registration. the end of this week with tighter con- Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader the football season opening game at Kehler Stadium last Saturday. Phase I is complete and about 1,000 trols over duplicity. REMEMBERING THE FALLEN...Current recruits at Stamler Police Academy in participated. This level of participa- As election draws closer, program- Scotch Plains remember September 11 victims and Union County police officers who tion exceeds goals for Phase I. ming and techniques will be enhanced have fallen in the line of duty at a ceremony on Monday morning. See story on page 24. Residents Request Light; The raw data are presented below to develop results that are compa- in the charts. Poll designers note that rable with relationships to the voting readers should not consider the raw possibilities. Long-Time MS Resident GW to Remove Fire Boxes results as an election indicator. For more information, please see By KATHY MARQUES cated they did not have a problem General observations include: Par- www.goleader.com/poll. Specifically written for The Westfield Leader with the removal of the system. Bruce Dickerson Dies GARWOOD – Borough Engineer Many businesses already have their U.S. Senator from New Jersey By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL In other business, members of the Donaly Guarriello opened the Tues- own fire alarm system and all resi- Tom Kean, Jr. (R) 49.28% Specially Written for The Westfield Leader governing body discussed the park- day borough council meeting by ex- dents will also be notified via news- Robert Menendez (D) 50.72% MOUNTAINSIDE – During the ing problems on Bridle Path, plaining why there has not been any letter before the removal takes place, (692 votes) Mountainside agenda setting council Appletree Lane and Birch Hill Road. sidewalk repair work on the 400 block Chief Bonfanti said. meeting held Tuesday evening, Mayor Borough Administrator James of Second Avenue. “We care about the safety of Rep. 7th Congressional District Robert Viglianti announced that long- Debbie, who also serves as the The contractor “is very fast once he Garwood residents and every mea- Mike Ferguson (R) 43.23% time resident Bruce Dickerson died borough’s police chief, noted there are begins a project and does good work. sure has been taken to make sure our Linda Stender (D) 56.77% that day at 2 p.m. “too many cars” parked on those He’s just been tied up with other jobs citizens are safe and aware of what’s (805 votes) Over the summer, a resolution of streets, making it hard for other cars to and the weather hasn’t helped much going on,” he said. commendation was read recognizing navigate the streets. The mayor dis- either but (the work) should be start- In other business, the governing Union County Freeholders Mr. Dickerson’s dedication to the bor- cussed making a no commuter-park- ing soon,” he said. body adopted an ordinance approv- Republicans 46.83% ough dating back to 1970. It was in ing ordinance for the entire borough. Several residents said they were ing the repair of the roof replacement Democrats 53.17% 1970 that Mr. Dickerson was appointed For the present, council members concerned about the traffic flow on of gutters and leaders at the depart- (583 votes) as the borough’s insurance representa- concluded that a four-hour parking South Avenue in front of the Pathmark ment of public works building on tive; he then became the borough’s limit would be issued for the three supermarket and requested that a traf- South Avenue. The ordinance appro- Scotch Plains Council insurance agent in 1989. In 1994, Mr. roads. Mr. Debbie also noted that an fic light be placed at the location. priates $16,000 from the borough’s Republicans 40.58% Dickerson was appointed as amendment to a previous no parking Mayor Dennis McCarthy said it is Capital Improvement Fund to pay for Democrats 59.42% Mountainside’s insurance risk manager. ordinance needed to be added, as too Pathmark’s responsibility to install a the costs. Officials said Hipp Roofing (520 votes) The resolution also noted that over many cars are now blocking Meeting light and “the county requested they would be the contractor for the work. the years, Mr. Dickerson served the House Lane during school hours. The do a traffic study to see that traffic Councilwoman Kathleen Villaggio Fanwood Council community as the treasurer of the ordinance, which was passed last year, pattern before placing a light but they spoke about the first ever Senior Tal- Republicans 43.81% Mountainside Rotary Club, president prohibits parking on Woodacres Drive never did.” ent Show on Friday, September 29, at Democrats 56.19% of the Board of Trustees for the 200 during school hours, as the street had A consent agenda was adopted au- 7 p.m. at Lincoln School. Admission (436 votes) Club of Union County and as a mem- previously been too congested. thorizing Fire Chief Rich Bonfanti to is $5 and proceeds will benefit ber of the board of the Occupational Mr. Debbie said during the recent remove and dispose of the pull box “Garwood Parents Draw the Line,” a Garwood Mayor Center of Union County. It also states opening of school, bus drivers had to fire alarm system. non-profit organization that has edu- Bruce Paterson (Ind.) 42.70% that Mr. Dickerson and his wife, ask the owners of cars parked on “People used them back when they cational programs for children. “We’re Dennis McCarthy (D) 57.30% Gloria, have been residents of the Meeting House Lane to move their didn’t have telephones and our fire- very excited about the event,” she said. (356 votes) borough for 36 years. cars so they could get their buses men didn’t have pagers. But with She spoke about family ice skating As of the end of the meeting, fu- through the street. today’s technology, it is not feasible day on Saturday, December 2, from 6 Garwood Council neral arrangements for Mr. Dickerson The next council meeting will be to maintain the system,” he said. to 8 p.m. at Warinanco Park. Council- Republicans 40.99% were not yet known. on Tuesday, September 19, at 8 p.m. He said removing the system would man Damian Mitchell expressed grati- Democrats 59.01% alleviate any false alarms due to the pull tude for a letter the Celebration of (383 votes) box being activated, for example, by Public Events and Holidays Commit- goleader.com/poll results as of Tuesday, September 12, 2006 POLICE BLOTTER children trying to get out of school early. tee received from resident Mary Borough Clerk Christina Ariemma Guare, thanking the council for plac- said proper notification was sent out ing American flags under the over- Westfield following a motor vehicle stop on South WF Police Go Undercover Sunday, September 3, Michael F. Ricoca, Avenue, which revealed an outstanding to all businesses with response letters pass. Ms. Guare said, “It (the flags) 23, of Roselle was arrested on Burgess Newark warrant. She was also charged and surveys in which residents indi- was an asset to the town.” Court and charged with possession of less with hindering apprehension. For Underage Drinking than 50 grams of suspected marijuana and Friday, September 8, Israel A. Minaya, MS BOE Approves School WESTFIELD – Westfield Police has since grown to more than 86 mu- possession of drug paraphernalia. 20, of Dunnellen was arrested and charged Chief John Parizeau announced that nicipalities throughout the state. He also was placed under arrest pursu- with providing false information to po- ant to several warrants, including a crimi- lice after a motor vehicle stop on South the department would continue the Under the program, undercover po- nal warrant from Elizabeth and traffic Avenue. Hector M. Olivo, 21, of Year Objectives for 2006-2007 “Cops In Shops” program at various lice officers either pose as store em- warrants from Mountainside, Roselle Park Plainfield, a passenger in the car, was By GINA LEVINE-LEVY cial education teachers in two years. Westfield locations from September ployees or are positioned outside the and Roselle. arrested for outstanding warrants from Specially Written for The Westfield Leader The CSA said all classroom sizes 2006 through June 2007. The program establishments to apprehend adults Ricoca was released on his own recog- Fanwood and Middlesex. MOUNTAINSIDE – The board of are below the state average except places undercover officers in licensed who attempt to procure alcohol for nizance on the Westfield charges but held Friday, September 8, Justin J. Mojica, education (BOE) Tuesday night ap- first grade, which meets the state av- alcoholic beverage establishments to underage drinkers. Retail liquor out- on a bail of $1,297 as set by the warrants. 31, of Fanwood was arrested on numer- proved 2006-2007 “School Level Ob- erage of 19 students per class. apprehend underage purchasers or lets have been displaying posters and Monday, September 4, after being ous outstanding warrants out of Newark jectives.” He also highlighted curriculum ini- adults who may be purchasing for decals on doors, windows, counter stopped for motor vehicle violations, Todd following a field investigation. underage individuals. tops and cold cases warning underage Aurand, 28, of Cranford was arrested in Saturday, September 9, Keith W. Brinson, Chief School Administrator (CSA) tiatives, among them the new eighth- the 500 block of Trinity Place on an 46, of Readington was arrested following a Richard O’Malley presented the objec- grade language arts and science hon- The officers work as two-man teams drinkers that a policeman may be work- outstanding Cranford criminal warrant. motor vehicle stop on Terrill Road, which tives and highlighted goals reached in ors programs, eighth-grade math, — with one officer inside and the ing undercover in the establishment. He was released after posting $750 bail. revealed outstanding warrants from Carteret the district for the current school year. first-grade handwriting and guided other officer outside. Officers will be “The expansion of this program Wednesday, September 6, a resident of and a no-bail Essex County warrant. The objectives, which began in the reading/listening centers in all kin- paid overtime from fines generated throughout Union County sends the Dunham Avenue reported that someone Saturday, September 9, Sylina R. last school year, are to raise a percent- dergarten to fifth-grade classes. by the Drunk Driving Enforcement strong message of zero tolerance for damaged the third brake light on her motor James, 23, of Plainfield was arrested fol- age of students’ scores on state exams Some additions to the district’s tech- Fund, which is distributed by the Di- alcohol use by people under the age vehicle, which was parked in her driveway. lowing a motor vehicle stop, which re- in various subject areas, including nology program are two new wireless vision of Highway Traffic Safety. of 21. By making young people think Thursday, September 7, William vealed an outstanding warrant out of writing, language arts and mathemat- laptop carts at Deerfield Elementary The State Police and the New Jerseu twice before attempting to purchase Chester, 45, of Cranford was arrested at Watchung. She was also charged with Division of Alcoholic Alcoholic Bev- alcohol, the program helps to rid the the Cranford Police Department on an providing false information to police. ics. School, three multi-media classrooms, outstanding Westfield traffic warrant for Saturday, September 9, Laretha M. Mr. O’Malley will present results 48 new computers in grades 6 to 8 and erage Control established the program road of potential drunk drivers,” po- $500. Chester was committed to the Union Cabble, 43, of Plainfield was arrested fol- from last year’s “School Level Ob- six Macintosh computers for art. in 1996 to address underage purchase lice said. County jail on default of bail. lowing a motor vehicle accident on South jectives,” along with standardized test Mr. O’Malley mentioned facility and consumption of alcoholic bever- For more information, contact Thursday, September 7, Matthew Avenue, which revealed an outstanding scores, at the next BOE meeting, Tues- improvements at both Deerfield and ages. It originally targeted 12 college Westfield Police Captain Clifford Goldburg, 19, and Richard Hartsook, 19, warrant out of Fanwood, Plainfield and day, September 26, at 7:30 p.m. Beechwood Elementary Schools, in- towns and shore communities, but it Auchter at (908) 789-6071. both of Marcus Hook, Pa., and Adam South Plainfield. She was also charged with The “School Level Objectives” are cluding new paint, furniture and en- McLaughlin, 22, of Boothwyn, Pa. were providing police with false information. listed on the district website, trance mats. arrested during a motor vehicle stop on Mountainside mountainsideschools.net, under the Beechwood will receive a new wel- Union County Freeholders North Avenue. All were charged with pos- Tuesday, September 5, Ellis A. session of less than 50 grams of suspected Bradford, 52, of Orange was arrested at heading “district goals.” come sign, donated by the student CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 marijuana and held pending setting of bail. the Essex county jail for outstanding The CSA said there are 700 students council, after the borough approves it. high. The new bridge is the same in answering a question posed by Thursday, September 7, Christine H. Mountainside warrants. in the district and 117 staff members. In other business, board member length, but has been widened “to equal Freeholder Angel Estrada, said that, Hewson, 25, of Westfield was taken into Wednesday, September 6, Erica R. He said the school was “fully staffed” MaryBeth Schaumberg, the board li- the width of the approaching road- in terms of flooding, the new bridge is custody at the Essex County jail on a Mingo 25, of Newark was arrested fol- from the start of school. He said almost aison to the Parent-Teacher Associa- ways,” according to the press release. designed to handle a 100-year storm. Westfield criminal warrant with $1,000 lowing a motor vehicle stop for vehicle 50 percent of the staff has master’s tion, mentioned the upcoming Fall Freeholder Dan Sullivan said at “The clearance on the (newly el- bail. She also was arrested on a criminal equipment violations and arrested and degrees or higher – a “nice balance” of Festival on Saturday, October 7. Mrs. Thursday’s meeting that he wanted evated) bridge is a little better than it warrant issued by the Lawrence Munici- charged for driving with a suspended experience among teachers. Schaumberg encouraged residents to assurances that such an error does not was before,” Mr. Mettlen said. pal Court with $355 bail. license, unregistered vehicle, improper Mr. O’Malley said the district has volunteer and said the event “brings occur in the future. The board is set to approve resolu- Hewson was transported to Westfield display of plates and for being an unin- police headquarters where she was pro- sured motorist. She was also charged “almost doubled” the number of spe- the community together.” “Is there anything that we can do to tions to accept $135,422 in grants cessed and subsequently committed to with several outstanding warrants. ensure that we don’t have a (similar) from Office of Homeland Security’s the Union County jail on default of bail. Friday, September 8, Sandra J. Castro, situation reoccur?” Freeholder Urban Area Security Initiative to con- Friday, September 8, Tramaine 30, of Plainfield was arrested following a Westfield Planning Board Sullivan said in questioning county duct Operation UASI, an exercise Johnson, 29, of Brooklyn, N.Y. was ar- motor vehicle stop for a license plate CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 officials at last Thursday’s agenda designed to test command and con- rested at the South Orange Police Depart- violation and charged with driving with a around and what turns around. This attorney Russell Feinstein said, “We meeting. “No one wants to see this trol-level interaction during a terror- ment on the strength of an outstanding suspended license. drive in front of my house is unneces- can’t determine whether Scotch Plains happen again. It is embarrassing to ist incident. Westfield criminal warrant for $1,038. Friday, September 8, Christopher A. sary. If you want to help Overhill, widen has been notified or not, and so we can’t the county.” A resolution is expected to be on He also was wanted on a Jersey City Donet, 21, of Linden was arrested and the end of the street into a cul de sac and vote on this at this time.” Joseph Graziano, the newly ap- tonight’s agenda approving an engi- traffic warrant for $100. Johnson was charged with driving while intoxicated fol- do away with this crazy hammerhead,” Once the planning board has noti- committed and transported directly to the lowing a motor vehicle stop for speeding pointed director of the county’s de- neering contract with Talcott Con- Union County jail pending a court date. and failure to maintain a lane on Route 22. she said. “I guess we’re trying to ap- fied Scotch Plains and heard from its partment of engineering and public sulting Services of Fanwood to moni- Sunday, September 10, Rutgers Uni- Friday, September 8, Michael G. Kohl, pease someone, but it makes no sense.” officials, the Westfield Fire Depart- works, said he would make sure a tor the county’s bridge and culvert versity police in Newark arrested Tyris 26, of Summit was arrested following a That the street ends in Scotch Plains ment and the Tree Preservation Com- licensed surveyor checks all bridge replacement and rehabilitation pro- Anderson, 57, of Newark on a traffic war- report of a suspicious person in Echo is one of the reasons a cul de sac was mittee, it will vote on the application replacement projects in the future. gram and to serve as the technical rant for $500 issued by Westfield. Ander- Lake Park and charged with an outstand- not considered for Overhill. without further public comment. County Engineer Timothy Mettlen, liaison for “various” ongoing parks, son, who was turned over to the Westfield ing warrant out of Greenbrook in the After discussion, the board agreed recreation, facilities and Open Space Police Department, was unable to post bail amount of $250. the matter of emergency vehicles and trust fund projects. The $83,500 con- and sent to the Union County jail. Friday, September 8, Russell T. Will- cars turning could be solved without WF Recreation Commission tract is to run from October 1 through Tuesday, September 12, Joseph iams, 46, of Somerset was arrested and the hammerhead design and proposed Calavano, 47, of Westfield was arrested on charged with driving with a suspended CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 September 30, 2007. a $380 Asbury Park warrant during a mo- license and an outstanding Franklin Town- an extension of the street instead. Commissioner Mike Cash said the When questioned if anything had The board went into executive ses- tor vehicle stop at First Street and Hyslip ship warrent. Police stopped Williams for Overhill resident Melanie Root of tennis courts relocation was a “great been done in response to public con- sion after the meeting to discuss con- Avenue. Calavano was released on bail. failure to display an inspection sticker. Scotch Plains said, “I’m the only idea,” since it would bolster usage of cern regarding the maintenance of tract negotiations with Policemen’s Scotch Plains Friday, September 8, a resident of house on the road that actually lies in the courts and create more of a “coun- Brightwood Park, Mr. Kaufmann said Benevolent Association Local 108, Monday, September 4, a Mountain Av- Brookside Road reported he received a Scotch Plains. My house has the drive- try club” atmosphere for pool mem- new signs have been put up and “the the sheriff’s officers union. enue resident reported that someone took phone call from an individual who iden- way that people use to turn around bers, who could enjoy both facilities. DPW has been trimming the over- his bicycle, which was parked on Bartle tified himself as a U.S. Customs agent. and I have small children,” she said. Mr. Marvin said he is looking for growth blocking the walkway.” FW Parking Permit Avenue. The bicycle was valued at $250. The caller told the victim that he had a She agreed that a guardrail might feedback on the Department of Public Ms. Judd suggested the commis- Tuesday, September 5, a resident of check, which was being held at the Buf- alleviate her safety concerns. Sale to Begin Oct. 1 Marion Lane reported that someone made falo, N.Y. customs department for $50,000 Works field crew, which has been work- sion schedule a walk-through of the several purchases online using his credit made out to the victim. The victim was Scotch Plains resident Arthur Siegel ing with the commission since last April park so they can see firsthand how the FANWOOD — Year 2007 parking card. According to police, it is unknown instructed to send a cashiers’ check or told the board Overhill Avenue needed on a pilot plan for dedicated services. park is being kept up. permits for Fanwood residents will how the victim’s credit card information wire funds in the amount of $865 directly street repairs but he didn’t like the idea The commission came to a consensus be on sale on Sunday, October 1. The was obtained. to a person in Canada to cover insurance of the developer paying for it. He told that, “they would like to have the pro- POW/MIA Vigil cost of the yearly permit for Fanwood Wednesday, September 6, a resident of costs for the check. The Westfield Leader, “The responsi- gram continue if it’s working and take residents will be $240. Parking per- Forest Road reported that she left her The suspect told the victim that once bility of maintaining roads should not it to the next level,” Mr. Marvin said. Saturday in Fanwood mits for residents of all other towns wallet in her vehicle and before she was the money was received, the check would be left to the private sector. I don’t agree Mr. Kaufmann said there were four FANWOOD – The Vietnam Vet- will go on sale Wednesday, Novem- able to retrieve it someone removed the be sent. The victim was instructed to tell with board members that the best way main points of focus for the crew, in- erans of America, Chapter nos. ber 1. The cost of the yearly permit $320 that was inside the wallet. the Western Union employee that he was to ensure road maintenance is to wait cluding “better communication of field 779 and 688 will hold the Ninth for out-of-town residents will be $492. Friday, September 8, the manager of a the recipient’s cousin, police said. The Annual POW/MIA Vigil on Satur- Route 22 restaurant reported that a table- victim was also instructed to use a code for citizens to report problems. The closings, having fields be more useable Permits can be purchased at the top was removed from a table. The value that would allow the individual picking Town of Westfield has no feeling in any after bad weather, making the tennis day, September 16, from 9 a.m. to Fanwood Police Department, located of the top was $400. up the money to pick up the wired funds positive way for its people.” courts more playable and maintaining 6 p.m. at Fanwood Borough Hall at 75 North Martine Avenue. Permits Friday, September 8, a School One without using identification. While Mrs. Root and Mr. Siegel the safety surfaces on the playground located at 75 North Martine Av- can be purchased 24 hours per day, teacher reported that someone scratched The money was wired and no check was spoke, board members questioned more regularly.” He said he has seen enue. seven days per week. Cash and checks the side of her vehicle, parked in the street. received by the victim, police said. The whether Scotch Plains officials had been improvements in all these areas. Opening ceremonies will begin only will be accepted. Credit cards Fanwood suspect contacted the victim again and stated notified of the plan. As a result, board Mr. Carson said the commission at 9 a.m. Fanwood Mayor Colleen will not be accepted. Wednesday, September 6, Steven I. the check would be delivered once another should create a report showing “evi- Mahr will preside at the opening Any questions should be directed Rothstein, 49, of Annandale was arrested check was wired for the same amount, this WF BOA Reverses and invites the public to attend the following a motor vehicle stop on Terrill time to cover customs fee, police said. dence of success” of the program as to Sergeant Howard Jarvis of the Road for an outstanding Fanwood warrant. The victim did not wire any additional Retaining Wall Decision well as additional goals, which could opening ceremony and to observe Fanwood Police Department at (908) the vigil throughout the day. Thursday, September 7, Teresa money and contacted police. The inci- SEE STORY ON PAGE 24 be presented to the town council. 322-5000, extension no. 153. Pearyear, 43, of Plainfield was arrested dent is under investigation. USPS 485200 Thursday, September 14, 2006 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 47TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 37-2006 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] Council Approves Cooper Rd. Purchase, Town Hall Upgrades Bid By FRED T. ROSSI whose application to build a single- council will ask the planning board to Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times family home on the property was unani- recommend whether the western half SCOTCH PLAINS — The town mously denied by the board last year. should be similarly zoned. council on Tuesday approved a settle- “This is the right thing to do,” said Marc Rogoff, an attorney who rep- ment agreement that would allow it to Councilwoman Nancy Malool at resented a Cooper Road resident and purchase the western half of the Coo- Tuesday’s meeting, during which a presented objections to the HUB ap- per Road island and eventually re- bond ordinance to fund the purchase plication to the zoning board, thanked zone it so that the entire two-acre was introduced. After the lawsuit was the council for deciding to purchase parcel in the middle of Cooper Road filed, the township’s legal advisors the property, saying, “the township would be off-limits to development raised concerns that a judge could really stepped forward.” of any kind. overturn the zoning board’s decision He praised his client, Vince DeLisi, The $350,000 purchase of the prop- and allow the house to be built. and another neighborhood resident, erty would settle a lawsuit filed in The eastern half of the island is Don Cardiff, for their efforts in orga- March against the zoning board of already owned by the township and nizing neighborhood opposition to adjustment by HUB Realty LLC, considered a conservation zone. The the development proposal. Mayor Martin Marks agreed, saying the neighbors “made a very cogent case” to the zoning board during hearings, which lasted for most of last year. He also agreed with Ms. Malool’s opin- ion that purchasing the property was “the right thing to do.” The council awarded a $3,163,041 bid to Paley Construction Co. for the David Samsky for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times refurbishment of the municipal build- DON’T PITY THE FOOD…In between filming scenes for his upcoming reality TV show, Mr. T emotes one of his more ing. Six bids were received, according characteristic growls, as John’s Meat Market co-owner Vinnie Losavio looks on in the freezer. See story on page 26. to Township Attorney Brian Levine. He said the lowest bid was $3.097 million, but due to “fatal defects” in FW Council Considers Spot-Traffic the bid documents — namely, missing required paperwork — that bid was invalid because, under state and local public contracts law, an omission of Enforcement for Martine, South this type “cannot be cured at a later By TED RITTER consistent police presence might help destrian crossing, while also promot- time.” Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times enforce traffic laws and improve ing traffic flow. “You’re always try- Fred Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times The project will include the re- FANWOOD – On Tuesday night, safety for pedestrians and motorists. ing to find a balance that you can REMEMBERING 9/11...Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School students Alison placement of the building’s flat roof, residents questioned the borough “People don’t understand the cross- never perfectly strike,” he said. Baier and Joseph Schiavo play “Taps” during Monday’s Sept. 11, 2001 remem- which has been increasingly prone to brance at Memorial Field in Scotch Plains. Mayor Martin Marks led the 15- council on the issue of pedestrian ing lights and the way they work and Mr. Molenaar said the borough minute service and was joined by members of the township council, Assembly- leaks in recent years, with a slanted safety. [this] also [applies] to the left-turn should consider installing a countdown woman Linda Stender, Union County Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella roof, the installation of a new heating Resident Dale Flowers drew the arrows,” he said. “There’s talk of signal at this intersection to help pe- and about 40 residents. and air-conditioning system, the ad- governing body’s attention to the is- Fanwood being a pedestrian village, destrians gauge how much time they dition of a second floor above the sue of pedestrian safety in the down- but it’s not.” have to safely cross the street. police station at the rear of the build- town district. Mayor Mahr said the intersection of “I think that’s a first step in the FW Recreation Commission ing to provide the facility with addi- Mr. Flowers referenced a recent Martine and South Avenues does not right direction. We can also ask the tional office and storage space and pedestrian accident at the intersec- have a high accident rate, but she said police department to do some spot improvements to the building’s tion of Martine and South Avenues. “that doesn’t mean we can’t consider enforcement [of existing traffic Busy Under New Leadership façade, so it blends in better with the He asked Mayor Colleen Mahr and doing some upgrades.” The mayor said laws],” Mr. Molenaar said. By TED RITTER videogame design. At the same, he colonial décor of other downtown the borough council if the borough traffic-safety improvements, includ- Councilwoman Donna Dolce, not- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times also plans to focus on the bigger buildings. had “anything in the works” or any ing roadway striping and signage, are ing the recent start of the new school FANWOOD — As Robert picture. Councilman Frank Rossi called the plans to look into pedestrian safety being explored as part of the ongoing year and the fact that people may Budiansky took the reins of Fanwood’s “My goals, really, are to just take refurbishing “a long time coming” issues downtown. downtown redevelopment efforts. need to readjust to increased pedes- recreation commission at the begin- a look at what we’re doing, what we for the 30-year-old building. “It’s certainly a daily problem,” Councilman Jack Molenaar pointed trian and vehicle traffic, said the spot- ning of this month, he knew he would want to do, what’s been successful, In other business, Mr. Rossi an- Mr. Flowers said, suggesting that a to the challenges of creating safe pe- enforcement idea could be “a good need to hit the ground running. and then make sure that what we’re nounced the schedule for Scotch Plains reminder to residents and other people “When you talk about first steps, offering is as accessible and inclu- Day, which will take place over the who travel in town.” it’s important to realize that there’s a sive as possible to a wider range of weekend of October 13 to 15. On that Diner, 7-11 Robber Pleads Mayor Mahr agreed and directed lot going on right now,” Mr. Budiansky people,” he said. Friday, there will be a pep rally and Borough Clerk Eleanor McGovern to said in a recent interview with The To that end, Mr. Budiansky con- bonfire at the Evergreen School field. A contact the police chief and deter- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times. tinues working on the recreation flea market will be held on that Satur- Guilty, Faces 20 Years mine some spot-enforcement options “We have Fanny Wood Day com- commission’s website, which he pio- day and, at 11 a.m. on Sunday, there MOUNTAINSIDE – Moments be- around 12:30 a.m. for downtown. ing up [on Sunday, September 17], neered this spring. will be a ceremony at Alan Augustine fore his jury trial was set to begin in at Clusan also told the judge he forced In other business at Tuesday night’s the fall programs coming up; it’s “We really haven’t had a chance to Park to honor town personnel who have the Union County Courthouse in an employee of 7-11 on Park Avenue meeting, the governing body adopted really a busy time.” do too much yet,” he said. “But, we passed away over the past year, includ- Elizabeth on September 6, a Union in Scotch Plains to hand over the an ordinance that includes school- Mr. Budiansky became the want to get a counter on the site to ing Police Chief Mark Zyla and Town- Township man pleaded guilty to two money from a register, according to day parking, stopping and/or stand- commission’s executive director on actually see how many hits we’re ship Attorney Douglas Hansen. armed robberies that took place in the prosecutor’s office. ing restrictions along portions of September 1, replacing Linda getting.” He said he would also like to That afternoon, there will be a street Mountainside and Scotch Plains in Scotch Plains Police Detective Daniel Place, Paul Place, Roosevelt Caminiti, who stepped down after provide a way for residents to offer fair on Park Avenue between Front August 2005. Lieutenant Brian Donnelly told The Avenue, Tower Place, Trenton Av- serving in the position for two years. ideas and other feedback through the Street and Westfield Avenue/East Sec- Julio Clusan, 44, swore under oath Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that enue and Willow Avenue. The inten- In her resignation letter, Mrs. site at visitfanwood.com/recreation. ond Street, along with a live concert. before State Superior Court Judge Clussan was wearing all black when tion is to improve safety and traffic Caminiti, who received a promotion at “Especially if someone has an idea The mayor issued two proclama- Joseph Donohue that he brandished a he displayed a “small black hand gun” flow around local schools. her full-time job, said the borough’s for a new program or something; a tions, one designating September 15 toy handgun he had painted to look and demanded cash from the register The council also adopted a technical part-time recreation director position lot of people come to us and that’s as POW/MIA Remembrance Day and like a real firearm when he “rifled” from the employee shortly after 3 amendment to the ordinance applying “has grown and expanded immensely.” how we find many of our program another designating September as the cash register from a diner on Route a.m. on August 23. to non-residential sewer use charges; a The recreation commission, which instructors,” he said. Childhood Cancer-Awareness Month. 22 in Mountainside on August 24 at “(Clusan) left with an undetermined resolution accepting a $50,000 grant meets monthly at LaGrande Park, runs In the meantime, residents can pro- amount of cash,” Lt. Donnelly said. for interior renovations to the Carriage all of the borough’s recreation pro- vide input by calling the commission’s Lt. Donnelly said police later House and a resolution to award a con- grams and consists of eight volunteer phone number, (908) 889-2080, or Freeholders to Hire Lawyer viewed the surveillance video of the tract for road improvements along Pleas- members, in addition to the executive by sending a letter to Mr. Budiansky’s Echo Diner robbery and were able to ant Avenue. Regarding the latter, Mayor director and assistant director. The attention at borough hall. link the two robberies due to the black Mahr said the borough plans to brief annual budget is about $10,600. Mr. Budiansky said he hopes the To Represent Sheriff’s Office facial makeup Clusan was wearing. neighborhood residents about the “I think they do a tremendous job recreation website and other ongoing By PAUL J. PEYTON The motion seeks to prevent the deliv- “We said ‘wait, that’s our guy,’” project’s particulars. for $10,000, there’s no doubt about it,” efforts will help the commission ad- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ery of the vehicles to Mr. Coon until Lieutenant Donnelly said. Borough Councilman Joseph Higgins, dress one of its top priorities and ELIZABETH – The Union County the appeal process is concluded. “At this point, we think he was acting Mark Your Calendars who serves as the mayor and council’s challenges: to get the message out Board of Chosen Freeholders is ex- The freeholder board is also ex- alone,” he said, noting that 7-11 em- Fanwood’s annual Fanny Wood liaison to the commission, said. about what the commission is doing pected to take action tonight to hire pected to approve a resolution tonight ployees did not observe the car Clusan Day will be held this Sunday, Sep- “There’s such an array [of pro- and then get it to the people that the Teaneck-based law firm of to complete the contract with Marlbro, left in or of if anyone was with him. tember 17, at the corner of Martine grams]. You’re talking about every- might be interested. DeCotiis, Fitzpatrick, Cole & Wisler Inc. of Marlboro, a firm hired to fix the The 7-11 is located on Park and and South Avenues downtown. The thing from running playground ac- “One of the things we’re doing…a to represent the county sheriff’s de- elevation of the newly built Eastman Mountain Avenues, a block from Route event begins at noon and will con- tivities for young children, activities small step, perhaps…toward getting partment in a lawsuit brought by a Street Bridge in Cranford, which was 22, and two miles west of the Echo tinue until 5 p.m. (The rain date is for seniors, field allocations…there’s the word out is we’re going to have Hillside car dealership. constructed 10 inches too low. Queen Diner, Lt. Donnelly said. Sunday, September 24). To register an awful lot under the umbrella for a a booth at Fanny Wood Day and As reported in The Scotch Plains- Marlbro was given the $450,000 con- As reported in The Times, the Echo for contests or for more informa- limited amount of money,” Mr. we’re going to be giving away mag- Fanwood Times, Hillside Auto chal- tract last December by the freeholders Queen Diner’s register contained $93 tion, visit visitfanwood.com. Higgins said. “Thankfully, we have nets that say Fanwood Recreation lenges the sale by auction of three to raise the bridge after the $1.3 million CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 the people we have serving on the and feature our website on it. It’s just model year 2004 luxury autos to replacement structure was built over commission that actively participate.” another reminder that there’s a place sheriff’s officer Christopher Coon, the the Rahway River in Cranford. The As executive director, Mr. to go to for information,” he said. stepson of Sheriff Ralph Froehlich. freeholders took action in December to Budiansky, 52 (and a 14-year Another key challenge he plans to Mr. Coon was awarded the cars for require Schoor DePalma, the Fanwood resident), is already busy concentrate on is the “competition” $300 during the auction and is to collect Manalapan firm hired to design the putting together a fall recreation pro- that could lure away potential local another $142,000 to satisfy State Supe- bridge, to pay the additional cost for a gram to include adult ceramics, yoga, participants, including recreation rior Court Judge John Malone’s judg- surveyor’s error that set the initial bench- art and other offerings such as CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 ment that Hillside Auto violated the mark measurements off by 10 inches. state’s Consumer Fraud Act when it The final change order would re- sold Mr. Coon a Mercedes Benz E-500 duce the total cost of the new bridge with a defective radio in July 2005. by $36,929 – from $1,767,117 to At the auction held at Sevell’s Auto $1,730,187. Body on Westfield August 15, Mr. According to a March 2, 2004 Coon was awarded a BMW E530i, a county press release, the original Porsche 911 and a Volvo XC90 after structure was built in 1917, carried Hillside owner Raj Srivastava’s bid 1,800 vehicles a day and featured one of $110,600 was not allowed because lane in each direction. The steel girder he did not bring a certified check to bridge was 80-feet long and 30-feet the auction location and a third bid- high. The new bridge is the same der declined to purchase the vehicles. length, but has been widened “to equal Ingrid McKinley for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times The sheriff’s office was named in the width of the approaching road- REMEMBERING THE FALLEN...Basic Training Class 95 recruits at Stamler the lawsuit along with its attorney, ways,” according to the press release. Academy in Scotch Plains remember September 11, 2001 victims at a police Henry Furst of West Orange. Freeholder Dan Sullivan said at academy ceremony on Monday morning. They also honored Union County police According to the court’s Civil Divi- Thursday’s meeting that he wanted officers who have fallen in the line of duty. See story on page 24. sion office, a hearing on a show-cause assurances that such an error does not PAGE INDEX Horace Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times SUMMER CHAMPIONS...A large crowd attended the St. Bart’s Oldtimers motion sought by Hillside Auto has occur in the future. Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 10-11, 20 Classifieds .... 22 softball championship game at Brookside Park last Sunday and joined in the been postponed until Friday, Septem- “Is there anything that we can do to Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 13-19 Obituaries ..... 23 traditional family picnic following St. Luke’s victory over St. Stephen. ber 22, at 9 a.m. before Judge Malone. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Community ... 6-9 Real Estate .... 13-21 A&E ...... 25-26 Page 12 Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Goleader.com Reports Public Poll Phase I Results The Public Poll at General observations include: Par- www.goleader.com is in progress. ticipation occurred in waves. Sup- Phase I is complete. Phase I is de- porters of Linda Stender and Scotch signed to gauge political interest in Plains Democrats were the most avid. the races for U.S. Senate, the 7th They participated at the highest and Congressional District, Union County most frequent level. Freeholders and council races in The technical designer of the poll, Scotch Plains, Fanwood and Garwood Vicki McCabe, said, “The poll main- (mayor and council). tains a database that can be used to Phase I is not a voter prediction, identify multiple votes from the same not scientific in the polling sense source.” and there were no rules governing Phase II will be installed on line by David Samsky for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times multiple voting and voter registra- the end of this week with tighter con- CHILD’S PLAY…Last Sunday, the Fanwood Memorial Library presented tion. trols over duplicity. Fanwoodstock III. The day began at 1 p.m. with children’s performer Mr. Ray Phase I is complete and about 1,000 As election draws closer, program- entertaining the youngest of concertgoers. Scotch Plains resident Pat DiNizio, of participated. This level of participa- ming and techniques will be enhanced The Smithereens, highlighted the event, which featured picnics and family fun. tion exceeds goals for Phase I. to develop results that are compa- Courtesy of Justin Richards The raw data are presented below rable with relationships to the voting FAMILY AFFAIR…Former President George H.W. Bush campaigns for Sena- in the charts. Poll designers note that possibilities. POLICE BLOTTER tor Tom Kean, Jr. of Westfield at a fundraiser in Bridgewater on Wednesday, readers should not consider the raw For more information, please see September 6. Senator Kean’s wife Rhonda and father Tom Kean accompany him at the podium. results as an election indicator. www.goleader.com/poll. Scotch Plains Friday, September 8, Tramaine Monday, September 4, a resident of Moun- Johnson, 29, of Brooklyn, N.Y. was ar- U.S. Senator from New Jersey tain Avenue reported that someone took his rested at the South Orange Police Depart- Bd. to Hear Further Ideas Tom Kean, Jr. (R) 49.28% bicycle, which was parked on Bartle Av- ment on the strength of an outstanding enue. The bicycle was valued at $250. Westfield criminal warrant for $1,038. Robert Menendez (D) 50.72% Tuesday, September 5, a resident of Marion He also was wanted on a Jersey City For South Ave. Property (692 votes) Lane reported that someone made several traffic warrant for $100. Johnson was purchases online using his credit card. Ac- committed and transported directly to the By FRED T. ROSSI Westfield building has the same Rep. 7th Congressional District cording to police, it is unknown how the Union County jail pending a court date. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times square footage as his proposed build- Mike Ferguson (R) 43.23% victim’s credit card information was obtained. Sunday, September 10, Rutgers Uni- SCOTCH PLAINS —The plan- ing, while the property in Westfield Linda Stender (D) 56.77% Wednesday, September 6, a resident of versity police in Newark arrested Tyris ning board agreed Monday night to is slightly smaller than the Scotch (805 votes) Forest Road reported that she left her Anderson, 57, of Newark on a traffic war- extend its consideration of an appli- Plains lot. wallet in her vehicle and before she was rant for $500 issued by Westfield. Ander- cation so that a developer can review The Scotch Plains property is adja- able to retrieve it someone removed the son, who was turned over to the Westfield Union County Freeholders $320 that was inside the wallet. Police Department, was unable to post bail alternative options for an undersized cent to a residential zone, and about Republicans 46.83% Friday, September 8, the manager of a and sent to the Union County jail. South Avenue property on which it 20 neighborhood residents attended Democrats 53.17% Route 22 restaurant reported that a table- Tuesday, September 12, Joseph wishes to construct an office build- Monday night’s meeting to object to (583 votes) top was removed from a table. The value Calavano, 47, of Westfield was arrested on ing. the application. Before the public was of the tabletop was $400. a $380 Asbury Park warrant during a mo- At its first meeting since June, the given an opportunity to voice its opin- Scotch Plains Council Friday, September 8, a teacher at School tor vehicle stop at First Street and Hyslip board expressed doubts about the vi- ions, multiple board members com- Republicans 40.58% One reported that someone scratched the Avenue. Calavano was released on bail. ability of a proposal from D. Villane mented about the proposal, with Democrats 59.42% side of her vehicle, which was parked in Mountainside Construction to build an office build- Chairwoman Maria Sartor saying D. (520 votes) the street. Tuesday, September 5, Ellis A. ing at the corner of South Avenue and Villane was seeking approval for Fanwood Bradford, 52, of Orange was arrested at Wednesday, September 6, Steven I. the Essex County jail for outstanding Jersey Avenue next to the Exxon gaso- seven different variances, including Fanwood Council Rothstein, 49, of Annandale was arrested Mountainside warrants. line station. lot coverage, setbacks, parking and Republicans 43.81% following a motor vehicle stop on Terrill Wednesday, September 6, Erica R. Mingo During its presentation, Don buffering. Democrats 56.19% Road for an outstanding Fanwood warrant. 25, of Newark was arrested following a Villane, the company’s owner, “I don’t recall so many variances (436 votes) Thursday, September 7, Teresa motor vehicle stop for vehicle equipment showed the board a series of photo- for an application in a zone with other Pearyear, 43, of Plainfield was arrested violations and arrested and charged for driv- graphs of a similarly shaped prop- uses,” she said. Mrs. Sartor said if the Garwood Mayor following a motor vehicle stop on South ing with a suspended license, unregistered erty containing an office building on board used the set of Westfield photo- Avenue, which revealed an outstanding vehicle, improper display of plates and for Bruce Paterson (Ind.) 42.70% Newark warrant. She was also charged being an uninsured motorist. She was also South Avenue in Westfield in an at- graphs in making a decision, “it would Dennis McCarthy (D) 57.30% tempt to show that his proposal would be comparing apples and oranges.” with hindering apprehension. charged with several outstanding warrants. (356 votes) Friday, September 8, Israel A. Minaya, Friday, September 8, Sandra J. Castro, be workable. Mr. Villane said the Councilwoman Nancy Malool, who 20, of Dunnellen was arrested and charged 30, of Plainfield was arrested following a sits on the board, said it wasn’t the Garwood Council with providing false information to police motor vehicle stop for a license plate building itself that she was concerned Republicans 40.99% after a motor vehicle stop on South Avenue. violation and charged with driving with a Freeholders about – “it’s the intensity of it.” She Democrats 59.01% Hector M. Olivo, 21, of Plainfield, a passen- suspended license. suggested the company instead con- (383 votes) ger in the car, was arrested for outstanding Friday, September 8, Christopher A. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 warrants from Fanwood and Middlesex. Donet, 21, of Linden was arrested and charged sider building a residence on the goleader.com/poll results as of Tuesday, September 12, 2006 ensure that we don’t have a (similar) 4,600-square-foot property. Friday, September 8, Justin J. Mojica, with driving while intoxicated (DWI) fol- situation reoccur?” Freeholder Sullivan Earlier this year, D. Villane Con- 31, of Fanwood was arrested on numer- lowing a motor vehicle stop for speeding and asked in questioning county officials at struction had presented to the board a ous outstanding warrants out of Newark failure to maintain a lane on Route 22. WF Police Go Undercover following a field investigation. Friday, September 8, Michael G. Kohl, last Thursday’s agenda meeting. “No series of concept plans for an office Saturday, September 9, Keith W. 26, of Summit was arrested following a one wants to see this happen again. It is building it sought to build. The plans Brinson, 46, of Readington was arrested report of a suspicious person in Echo embarrassing to the county.” showed a two-story building situated For Underage Drinking following a motor vehicle stop on Terrill Lake Park and charged with an outstand- Joseph Graziano, the newly ap- near the property’s northwest corner, Road, which revealed outstanding war- ing warrant out of Greenbrook in the pointed director of the county’s de- but each plan included different park- WESTFIELD – Westfield Police has since grown to more than 86 mu- rants from Carteret and a no bail warrant amount of $250. partment of engineering and public ing schemes. The board favored a Chief John Parizeau announced that nicipalities throughout the state. out of Essex County. Friday, September 8, Russell T. Williams, works, said he would make sure a plan in which the building would be the Westfield Police Department Under the program, undercover Saturday, September 9, Sylina R. 46, of Somerset was arrested and charged licensed surveyor checks all bridge situated closer to the property line, would continue the “Cops In Shops” police officers either pose as store James, 23, of Plainfield was arrested fol- with driving with a suspended license and an replacement projects in the future. thus allowing for more off-street park- program at various locations through- employees or are positioned outside lowing a motor vehicle stop, which re- outstanding warrant out of Franklin Town- vealed an outstanding warrant out of ship. Police stopped Williams for failure to County Engineer Timothy Mettlen, ing. out Westfield from September through the establishments to apprehend adults Watchung. She was also charged with display an inspection sticker. in answering a question posed by After the board had expressed its June 2007. The program places offic- who attempt to procure alcohol for providing false information to police. Friday, September 8, a Brookside Road Freeholder Angel Estrada, said that, doubts, Joseph Murray, the attorney ers working undercover in licensed underage drinkers. Saturday, September 9, Laretha M. resident reported he received a phone call in terms of flooding, the new bridge is for D. Villane, asked that the applica- alcoholic beverage establishments to Retail liquor outlets have been dis- Cabble, 43, of Plainfield was arrested from an individual who identified him- designed to handle a 100-year storm. tion be carried over to the board’s apprehend underage purchasers or playing posters and decals on doors, following a motor vehicle accident on self as a U.S. Customs agent. The caller “The clearance on the (newly el- October 11 meeting in order “to give adults who may be purchasing for windows, counter tops and cold cases South Avenue, which revealed an out- told the victim that he had a check being evated) bridge is a little better than it us time to look at alternatives for the underage individuals. warning underage drinkers that a po- standing warrant out of Fanwood, held at the Buffalo, N.Y. customs depart- was before,” Mr. Mettlen said. property.” The officers work as two men teams liceman may be working undercover Plainfield and South Plainfield. She was ment for $50,000 made out to the victim. The board is also set to approve — with one officer inside and the in the establishment. also charged with providing police with The victim was instructed to send a cash- false information. iers’ check or wire funds in the amount of resolutions to accept $135,422 in FW Parking Permits other officer outside. Officers will be The Westfield Police Department Westfield $865 directly to a person in Canada to grants from the Office of Homeland paid overtime from fines generated said the expansion of this program Sunday, September 3, Michael F. Ricoca, cover insurance costs for the check. Security’s Urban Area Security Ini- Go On Sale October 1 by the Drunk Driving Enforcement throughout Union County “sends the 23, of Roselle was arrested on Burgess The suspect told the victim that once tiative to conduct Operation UASI, FANWOOD – Parking permits for Fund, which is distributed by the Di- strong message of zero tolerance for Court and charged with possession of less the money was received, the check would an exercise designed to test com- Fanwood residents will go on sale on vision of Highway Traffic Safety. alcohol use by people under the age than 50 grams of suspected marijuana and be sent. The victim was instructed to tell mand and control-level interaction Sunday, October 1. The cost of the The State Police and the New Jer- of 21. By making young people think possession of drug paraphernalia. the Western Union employee that he was during a terrorist incident. yearly permit for Fanwood residents sey Division of Alcoholic Beverage twice before attempting to purchase He also was placed under arrest pursu- the recipient’s cousin, police said. The A resolution is expected to be on will be $240. Parking permits for Control established the program in alcohol, the program helps to rid the ant to several warrants, including a crimi- victim was also instructed to use a code tonight’s agenda approving an engi- residents of all other towns go on sale 1996 to address underage purchase road of potential drunk drivers.” nal warrant from Elizabeth and that would allow the individual picking Mountainside, Roselle Park and Roselle up the money to pick up the wired funds neering contract with Talcott Consult- on Wednesday, November 1. and consumption of alcoholic bever- For more information, contact traffic warrants. without using identification. ing Services of Fanwood to monitor the The cost of the yearly permit for ages. It originally targeted 12 college Westfield Police Captain Clifford Ricoca was released on his own recogni- The money was wired and no check was county’s bridge and culvert replace- out-of-town residents will be $492. towns and shore communities, but it Auchter at (908) 789-6071. zance on the Westfield charges but held on received by the victim, police said. The ment and rehabilitation program and to Permits can be purchased at the a total bail of $1,297 as set by the warrants. suspect contacted the victim again and serve as the technical liaison for “vari- Fanwood Police Department, located Monday, September 4, after being stated that the check would be delivered ous” ongoing parks, recreation, facili- at 75 North Martine Avenue. Permits stopped for motor vehicle violations, Todd once another check was wired for the same ties and Open Space trust fund projects. can be purchased 24 hours per day, 7-11 Robber Pleads Guilty Aurand, 28, of Cranford was arrested in amount, this time to cover customs fee, The $83,500 contract is to run from seven days a week. Only cash and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the 500 block of Trinity Place on an police said. October 1 through September 30, 2007. checks will be accepted. Credit cards in cash at the time of the robbery. for more than a mile and along resi- outstanding Cranford criminal warrant. The victim did not wire any additional He was released after posting $750 bail. money and contacted police. The inci- The board went into executive ses- will not be accepted. Clusan than reportedly demanded the dential side streets before the com- Wednesday, September 6, a resident of dent is under investigation. sion after the meeting to discuss con- Any questions should be directed manager to lay face down on the floor pact car crashed into a grassy area in Dunham Avenue reported that someone tract negotiations with Policemen’s to Sergeant Howard Jarvis of the and instructed her not call police. Springfield, according to Assistant damaged the third brake light on her motor Benevolent Association Local 108, Fanwood Police Department at (908) “An alert Mountainside officer just Prosecutor James Tansey. vehicle, which was parked in her driveway. the sheriff’s officers union. 322-5000, extension no. 153. happened to be on patrol nearby and Mr. Romankow said Clusan faces Thursday, September 7, William FW Rec. spotted the defendant driving off in up to 20 years in state prison when he Chester, 45, of Cranford was arrested at CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 his getaway car with no lights on,” is sentenced on Friday, October 27. the Cranford Police Department on an classes, camps and other offerings in Union County Prosecutor Theodore Mountainside Police Corporal Ken- outstanding Westfield traffic warrant for the area or in surrounding towns. Romankow sad. neth Capobianco and Patrol Officer $500. Chester was committed to the Union Mr. Budiansky said he’s always According to The Times story, Michael McNany captured Clusan, County jail on default of bail. keeping tabs on these programs to Thursday, September 7, Matthew keep Fanwood competitive, which Clusan’s vehicle was observed be- with his face still covered with black Goldburg, 19, and Richard Hartsook, 19, hind the diner by an officer patrolling makeup that he wore during both both of Marcus Hook, Pa., and Adam Mr. Higgins notes is especially im- the area. The vehicle than pulled out armed holdups, hiding in bushes near McLaughlin, 22, of Boothwyn, Pa. were portant today. of the lot with its lights off and en- the Volkswagen, according to the arrested during a motor vehicle stop in the “Unfortunately, particularly with tered the parking lot of an office build- prosecutor’s office. 200 block of North Avenue. All were the kids, there are so many things out ing on Mill Lane. At this point the Mr. Tansey said Clusan was found charged with possession of less than 50 there for them,” Mr. Higgins said. officer received the police dispatch with the cash from diner robbery in grams of suspected marijuana and held “And if the parents have the money call that the diner had just been robbed. his pants pocket and the makeup con- pending the setting of bail. to send their kids to specialized camps The officer pulled the vehicle over tainer and phony handgun inside the Thursday, September 7, Christine H. or other programs, they do.” Hewson, 25, of Westfield was taken into Regarding another area of empha- and parked behind Clusan while an- crashed car. custody at the Essex County jail on a other officer parked his patrol car in “Clusan, who was remanded back Westfield criminal warrant with $1,000 sis for the recreation commission, front of Clusan. Police said the of- to the Union County jail in Elizabeth bail. She also was arrested on a criminal Mr. Higgins also pointed out that ficer approached the passenger side after his guilty pleas, has two prior warrant issued by the Lawrence Munici- Mayor Colleen Mahr would be look- window of the car and told Clusan to robbery convictions from Manhattan pal Court with $355 bail. ing to the panel “to come up with put his hands in view. in 1984 and the Bronx in 1991 and was Hewson was transported to Westfield new programs for senior citizens and police headquarters where she was pro- David Samsky for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times At that point Clusan drove his paroled from a New York penal insti- have that grow as time goes on.” REMEMBERING...A few hundred townspeople gathered with candlelight at the Volkswagen Passat directly into the tution in 1998,” said Mr. Tansey, a cessed and subsequently committed to So, while this may be a busy time September 11, 2001 Westfield Memorial on Monday night to remember the 3,024 patrol vehicle of Mountainside Patrol former New York City police officer. the Union County jail on default of bail. for the recreation commission, Mr. people killed in the tragedy and to honor those who served in the aftermath. The Officer James Urban and disabled his Higgins said it’s also an exciting one bell tolled, as the names were read of the 12 Westfield residents who died that day. car. A backup officer, Michael with a lot of opportunities ahead un- Pasquale, followed the Volkswagon der Mr. Budiansky’s leadership. “Bob from the crash scene along Route 22 is a very bright, organized guy and I’m sure he’ll do a fine job.” Scotch Plans Business Assoc. Announcement POW/MIA Vigil SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Saturday in Fanwood Plains Business and Professional As- FANWOOD – The Vietnam Vet- sociation (SPBPA) invites the public erans of America, Chapter nos. 779 to their Business Network Nite on and 688 will hold the Ninth Annual Tuesday, September 19, at 6:30 p.m. POW/MIA Vigil on Saturday, Sep- at An American Bistro restaurant at tember 16, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 503 Park Avenue in Scotch Plains. Fanwood Borough Hall located at The event is a meet-and-greet af- 75 North Martine Avenue. fair with a buffet, wine and soft drinks. Opening ceremonies will begin Two free admissions are being pro- at 9 a.m. Fanwood Mayor Colleen vided for Scotch Plains (SPBPA) and Mahr will preside at the opening and Fanwood (FBPA) members. There is invites the public to attend the open- a $5 fee for each additional person Horace R. Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ing ceremony and to observe the and non-members. Please RSVP to HATS OFF...Jim Killeen (right) and family enjoy the St. Bart’s championship vigil throughout the day. Lisa Mohn at (908) 322-4999. softball game and picnic on Sunday afternoon at Brookside Park in Scotch Plains. Page 2 Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION NJDOE on Enrollment: By DEM Freeholder Candidate Alexander Mirabella Don’t Feed the Geese Canada geese are in the news again. ceived from a group called No Proof of Citizenship The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service GeesePeace, feeding the geese bread, TRENTON — Acting Commissioner in order for their children to attend school recently issued a new rule that makes crackers, popcorn, and corn is un- of Education Lucille Davy reminded all there, but that proof could be a copy of it easier for public health officials, healthy for them and gives them “an- superintendents and administrators last their lease or even a utility bill in their airport managers, farmers and other gel wing,” a condition that makes the week that New Jersey law and adminis- names mailed to an address within the landowners to kill Canada geese with- geese unable to fly. Feeding geese trative code expressly prohibit school dis- district. But under state law and regula- tricts from requiring parents or guardians tions, the district cannot require Social out permits. also makes them more aggressive. to submit children’s Social Security in- Security numbers, tax returns or informa- The ruling is upsetting to those Remember that when you give a formation in order to enroll them in school. tion relating to citizenship.” who believe there has to be a better small child some bread for the geese The notice is posted at www.state.nj.us/ “For people who aren’t fluent in En- way to deal with the overabundant at Warinanco, Nomahegan or Echo njded/news/2006/0907ssn.htm. glish the difference between ‘required’ population of these birds. But those Lake Parks. In a memo distributed to all districts, and ‘requested’ is often misunderstood,” who have tried various ways to con- If the geese are unable to fly, then Mrs. Davy said that district and school she said. “Information that districts might trol the geese population are applaud- they will stay in our parks and lakes, leaders must: directly remind staff mem- see as ‘optional’ could easily be viewed ing the ruling. where their increasing population and bers whose work involved enrollment as ‘mandatory’ by someone new to our You’ve seen the geese in our Union high concentration of waste will be- issues that they cannot ask parents for education system. PLANS…Michael Hart, Governor of District 7510, spoke at the Fanwood-Scotch Social Security numbers when register- “The simplest way to avoid confusion Plains Rotary Club on September 6. Dr. Hart outlined his plans for his term and County parks. They gather in large come a greater health hazard for hu- ing children for school; review their web or the perception of intimidation is to just spoke of the 87th Annual Conference to be held in Baltimore in April. Pictured, groups in picnic areas and grassy fields mans and animals alike. sites to make sure there is no indication make sure that people dealing with school left to right, are: Dr. Hart, F-SP president Denise Hughes and Andy Calamaras. near lakes and streams. They eat the So, if you love the geese, don’t feed that a Social Security number is requested enrollments do not ask for Social Security grass and the handouts they receive them. You’ll be doing us all a favor. or required as part of enrolling a child, numbers. That is what we are reminding from well-meaning people who enjoy Editor’s Note: Mr. Mirabella from and remove any such references that may districts to do,” Ms. Davy said. Westfield Native Is U.S. the parks. And they leave behind a Fanwood is Union County Freeholder be found; review their enrollment and pound of waste per bird per day, foul- and Board Chairman seeking reelec- registration forms to make sure there are County PD to Assist In ing the lawns and waterways. tion on November 7. no spaces labeled to indicate that a Social Consul General In Munich Union County has tried a number Security number should be provided, and School Traffic Safety delete any such references if they are GERMANY — Westfield native Africa from 1984-1985. Before join- of ways to discourage the Canada Les Marmitons Sets COUNTY — As children return to geese from taking up permanent resi- found. school this week, the Union County Board Eric G. Nelson arrived in Munich, ing the State Department, he was a Fall Dinner Events “All children who live in New Jersey of Chosen Freeholders have announced Germany, July 31 to assume his du- finance and marketing consultant for dence here. Although we’ve had lim- are entitled to a public education,” acting that county police traffic teams will be ties as the 49th U.S. Consul General. U.S. Agency for International Devel- ited success, we’ll continue to try MOUNTAINSIDE — Les Commissioner Davy said. “Parents must deployed to towns with local access out- Mr. Nelson, the son of Eleanor opment-funded projects in West Af- other alternatives that residents have Marmitons will hold its fall dinner present proof that they live in the district lets from Route 78 to aid local police Nelson and Westfield rica and Latin proposed. But we need your help. events on Monday nights at Restau- departments in making school travel as native Herbert America. Whether you like the geese or not, rant 89 in Mountainside. Chef Rich- Campaign Release safe as possible. Nelson, graduated After graduating one thing is certain: According to a ard Grignon at Restaurant 89 is the Cranford Committee “The traffic enforcement program will from Westfield Se- from Westfield High Union County ordinance, the feeding event chef for the first event of the intensify police presence in the munici- nior High in 1979. School, Mr. Nelson of geese, ducks, deer and all other wild- season on September 27 at 7:30 p.m. CRANFORD -- Cranford Downtown palities receiving increased traffic on lo- Management Corporation Chairman cal roads due to a major construction Mr. Nelson joined received a Bachelor life on Union County park property is The restaurant is closed to the public Johnathan Jaffe is seeking election to the project on Route 78. Berkeley Heights, the Foreign Service in of Science in Chemi- prohibited, except as part of a county- on Mondays and the events are open Cranford Township Committee. He is a Hillside, Springfield and Union are af- 1990. He most re- cal Engineering from sponsored education or wildlife man- to Les Marmitons members and guests candidate from the Democratic Party. fected by the construction that began more cently served in Wash- Rice University of agement program. Signs to that effect only. The candidate wrote that his business than a month ago,” according to a press ington in the Office of Houston, Tex., in are posted in our parks where the geese Les Marmitons of New Jersey is an office downtown would be open to dis- release submitted by the county’s public Global Support Ser- 1983. He also studied are known to congregate. But people international gastronomic and social cuss the campaign with constituents from information office. vices and Innovation German in a Rutgers continue to feed the geese. club of gentlemen who share a com- 1 to 4 p.m. every Friday through Novem- “It is important we take ever step to and as a special assis- University program at According to information I re- mon interest in fine food, wine and ber 4. Those interested are asked to call ensure our kids can travel back and forth tant to the assistant the Universitaet the culinary arts. (908) 276-6500 to schedule an appoint- to school safely,” said Freeholder Chair- ment. man Al Mirabella. “This extra police pres- secretary for admin- Konstanz in 1982. In SP Scientist Receives For more information on the orga- Mr. Jaffe said, “To best serve a com- ence will remind drivers to be more care- istration, where he de- addition to German, Award for Research nization, please see munity, you really need to be a part of it. ful and obey the traffic laws.” veloped strategies for Mr. Eric Nelson he speaks Italian and www.lesmarmitons.org/newjersey/ I am in Cranford seven days a week, A seasonal surge of motorists after improving the quality Spanish. In 1988, Mr. AREA — The Research & Devel- njersey.html or e-mail chapter presi- which is not common for part-time elected Labor Day is expected on Route 78, which and efficiency of the Nelson received a opment Council of New Jersey hon- dent Bob Rial of Cranford at officials.” has all its express lanes closed in the area State Department’s support of over- Master of Business Administration ored Yuhua Huang of Scotch Plains [email protected]. He added that his Republican oppo- until December, and local roads acces- seas posts. degree from the University of Texas and 27 other inventors for their re- nent is believed to work in New York. sible from the interstate highway, accord- Mr. Nelson has served overseas as at Austin. He has received the De- search achievements. It bestowed the Westfield United Way ing to the press release. the management consul in Milan, partment of State’s Superior Honor Thomas Alva Edison Patent Awards For Info on Clubs, The traffic safety program is designed Has New Website to ensure students’ safety, especially dur- budget and finance attache’ in Mexico Award twice and the Meritorious to Schering-Plough of Kenilworth and goleader.com/organizations ing daily school openings and dismissals, City, and as a vice consul in Frankfurt Honor Award five times. the inventors for their work on “Novel WESTFIELD – The Westfield and will be in place for several weeks. and Santo Domingo. For more information about the Peptides as NS3-Serine Protease In- United Way (WUW) has announced He began his career in public ser- U.S. Consulate General in Munich, hibitors of Hepatitis C Virus.” its new website at vice as a Peace Corps Volunteer teach- please see http:// Their work focused on a compound www.westfieldunitedway.org. The A TTORNEY AT LAW ing math and science in Liberia, West munich.usconsulate.gov. that should make a substantial contri- site is an Internet marketing strategy bution to the management of hepati- for the organization to better commu- Thomas C. Jardim, Esq. Recycle Electronics and Tires tis C. It affects roughly 300 million nicate with a new generation of people. Westfield area residents, supporters, Ramsey Berman, P.C. In Cranford on September 23 The Research & Development volunteers and member agencies. Council of New Jersey is a non-profit The Westfield United Way website CRANFORD – Union County will puter, televisions, VCR’s, fax machines, sponsor a free recycling event on Satur- telephones and circuit boards. organization dedicated to cultivating features the latest news, events and Specializing in: day, September 23 so residents only can Refrigerators, washers and dryers, mi- an environment that supports the ad- community activities, provides con- EMPLOYMENT DISPUTES & get rid of unwanted tires, computers and crowaves and air conditioners will not be vancement of research and develop- venient and secure online credit card ment throughout New Jersey. The donations, modernizes ongoing cam- SEVERANCE AGREEMENTS other electronic equipment. The Victim/ accepted. A list of the materials that will Witness Advocacy Unit in the Union be accepted is available at www.ucnj.org/ council is comprised of senior repre- paign communications, and includes REAL ESTATE & LAND USE County Prosecutor’s Office for redistri- oem. Recycling will be held rain or shine. sentatives from industry, academia a new, searchable version of the ESTATE PLANNING & ELDER LAW bution also will collect newer cellular Proof of residency is required. and government. More information W.O.R.D. directory of organizations phones to victims of domestic violence. An alternate drop-off program for re- can be found at the website and agencies that provide support The recycling event will take place cycling electronics equipment is avail- www.rdnj.org. services to residents of the Westfield 222 RIDGEDALE AVENUE, MORRISTOWN, NJ 07962 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the back parking able every Monday between 9 a.m. and 3 lot at the Union County College campus, p.m. at the Newtech Recycling Facility, For more information about Tho- area. 973.267.9600 FAX: 973.984.1632 located at 1033 Springfield Avenue in located at 111 Chimney Rock Road, Build- mas Alva Edison Patent Award win- For more information, call Linda [email protected] www.hrb-nj.com Cranford, across from Nomahegan Park. ing 2, in Bridgewater. ners, contact Fred White at (973) 627- Maggio of the Westfield United Way Electronic equipment that will be ac- For more information, please call (908) 5330, extension 23 or e-mail at (908) 233-2113 or e-mail cepted on September 23 includes com- 654-9889. [email protected]. [email protected]. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, September 14, 2006 Page 3 Peyton's By DEM Candidates for Scotch Plains Council SP Dems Start Door-Door Campaign Peek at the Week Neal LeStrange, Kevin Glover and fair well when compared with the Jeff Strauss, Democratic candidates other towns in Union County.” In Politics for Scotch Plains Township Council, Mr. Strauss said, “You can’t sit By Paul Peyton of The Leader/Times joined Assemblywoman Linda back and wait for others to solve a Stender, Democratic candidate for the problem. The people of Scotch Plains U.S. Senate Candidates: Point and Counterpoint United States Congress, for the start deserve a government that will man- of their door-to-door campaign La- age its assets wisely and not spend bor Day weekend. The three candi- money frivolously on half-million Menendez on Security; Kean Responds dates joined up with Ms. Stender at dollar mini-golf, increased repair Senators Robert Menendez (D-NJ), after voting for it in 2001, and repeat- her campaign headquarters on Park costs to neglected buildings or costly Charles Schumer (D-NY) and Hillary edly voted against securing our bor- Avenue in Scotch Plains. litigation with employees that could Rodham Clinton (D-NY) last week ders,” Sen. Kean said. “It was a great experience joining be avoided with better management.” proposed legislation entitled the “Real “The most glaring example of his forces with Linda Stender,” Mr. Security Act of 2006.” ineptness is the fact that Bob Menendez LeStrange said. “She has served the Menendez Calls To According to a press release from introduced absolutely zero port secu- residents of Scotch Plains as free- the senators, “The Real Security Act rity legislation during the four years holder and assemblywoman. I was Prohibit Dollars For PR of 2006 marks a major change from he served in the House after 9/11, SEEKING COUNCIL AND CONGRESS...Democrat candidates for Scotch Plains pleased to be with her as she seeks to WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator status quo Bush Republican policies despite the fact that one of the nation’s Council teamed up with Asw. Linda Stender, candidate for Congress, going door- serve our community in an even more Robert Menendez introduced an that have left America less safe than it largest ports is in the backyard of his to-door last week introducing their platform. Pictured, left to right, are: Neal significant role, representing our in- amendment to limit funds for future must be. Unveiled against the back- former congressional district,” Mr. LeStrange, Ms. Stender, Kevin Glover and Jeff Strauss. terests in Washington. The need to public relations campaign commis- drop of a new White House media Kean said. “Bob Menendez can try to challenge the Republican leadership sioned by the Pentagon to monitor offensive, the legislation spells out pull the wool over the eyes of New here in Scotch Plains is similar to the U.S. and Middle Eastern media. the tough and smart path to make Jerseyans, but the bottom line is, Bob White House Pastry Chef to need to challenge the Republican lead- Saying that the Bush administra- America more secure and to deal more Menendez has no credibility on this ership in Washington.” tion wanted to allocate $20 million to effectively with threats that confront issue. Actions speak louder than words Mr. Glover reported that the num- improve the image of the Iraqi war, America at home and abroad.” and this latest campaign ploy doesn’t Speak at Women’s Luncheon ber one issue on the voters’ minds is Mr. Menendez said he is urging his The release said the legislation make up for his extensive record of SUMMIT — The Union County outstanding, continuing service to the taxes. “Our all Republican township colleagues to focus on changing the would change the course in Iraq by ineffectiveness.” Republican Women (UCRW) will Republican Party. Ms. Hatfield was a council can try to point the finger policy in Iraq, “not the propaganda.” beginning the redeployment of U.S. Re: Menendez Under hold their fall lunch meeting on Sun- member of the Summit Common elsewhere as much as they want, but “This proposal is not just irrespon- troops out of Iraq this year to face the Investigation by Fed Prosecutor day, September 24, 12:30 p.m. at Council for nine years where she we only need to look close to home to sible; it is an insult to the thousands of terrorist threats around the world, Senator Tom Kean, Jr. said last Canoe Brook County Club in Sum- served as the chairman of the finance see a significant cause of our high Iraqi citizens and coalition forces that provide better tools to bring terrorists Friday, “After years of embarrass- mit. Roland Mesnier, the White House committee and chaired Summit’s Task property taxes,” Mr. Glover said. have died in this war,” said Sen. to justice by revising the Foreign In- ment, it should be perfectly clear to pastry chef for 25 years, will be the Force on Union County Taxes and “Just down the street from Linda Menendez. “At a time when the vio- telligence Surveillance Act, imple- New Jerseyans that we must have featured guest speaker. Services. She received her bachelor Stender’s campaign headquarters sits lent insurgency continues to expand ment all of the 9/11 Commission rec- leaders with the highest ethical integ- Chef Mesnier is the recipient of of science degree from Fairfield Uni- the Scotch Plains municipal building, and American troops are putting their ommendations, refocus on the War rity. Today’s developments illustrate numerous awards, including a Doc- versity and an master of science de- which will undergo a $3 million dollar lives on the line day in and day out, on Terror by working with U.S. allies, the need to clean up the corruption torate of Culinary Arts from Johnson gree and doctorate from New York renovation after being poorly main- what is the administration’s focus, a rein in the spread of nuclear material, and scandal that has plagued Wash- and Wales University. He was hired University. tained for years. This isn’t the only better public relations campaign? The improve communications with the ington D.C. and our state, so we can by First Lady Rosalyn Carter to the The luncheon is open to all re- township building suffering the results Bush administration doesn’t need a Islamic world, protect U.S. transpor- finally restore the public’s faith in position of head pastry chef at the gardless of political affiliation. Tick- of neglect. Our current local governing new PR campaign in Iraq, they need tation systems and equip the intelli- government.” White House and served five admin- ets are $40 per person, and signed body has not been a good caretaker.” a new policy in Iraq. We must change gence community to fight against ter- Mr. Kean’s statement was in refer- istrations before retiring in July of books by Chef Roland Mesnier will Mr. Strauss also said he found that the course in Iraq; not waste time or rorists. ence to news that his opponent, Sena- 2004. National Geographic Video be available for $30. Reservations the tax problem resonated mostly pay for public relations’ efforts; we The release further stated, “For the tor Robert Menendez, has been placed features him in the film “Inside the are requested. For more informa- loudly at the homes he visited. “A must work to reduce the insurgency, first time in 28 years, the Republican under criminal investigation over a White House.” tion and to reserve tickets, contact number of people brought up The not suppress news reports of its exist- Congress failed last year to pass an rental deal with a non-profit agency The UCRW will honor former Sum- Elyse Bochicchio Medved at (732) Star Ledger article of a few weeks ence; we must strive to improve the Intelligence Authorization act. Demo- in Union City. mit Councilwoman P. Kelly Hatfield 574-8830 or e-mail at back about the property tax pain in- situation on the ground in Iraq, not crats know that it takes the most ef- State Dems responded that the timing at the luncheon for her leadership and [email protected]. dex in which Scotch Plains did not focus on changing the spin.” fective intelligence gathering and of the investigation is “troublesome.” strong Congressional oversight to Re: Tom Kean Disagreeing protect Americans from terrorism.” With President’s Positions Prior to the press conference by the Tom Kean, Jr. told The Star-Ledger Democrats, Republican Tom Kean, that President Bush made “horren- Jr. of Westfield, Mr. Menendez’ op- dous mistakes” in Iraq, is “dead wong” ponent in the U.S. Senate race, said, on the environment and that the “Living in the post 9-11 world, there administration’s response to Hurri- is nothing more important then being cane Katrina was “a failure.” He told proactive in providing the highest the paper that the President has relied level of safety and security for the “too heavily” on the advice of De- residents of our country. This includes, fense Secretary Donald Runsfeld, but is not limited to, securing our whom he has called on to resign. borders, protecting our infrastructure Mr. Kean also criticised the no- and developing a strong working re- fault contracts given to Vice Presi- lationship amongst local, state and dent Dick Cheney’s former company, TuitionTuition VacationVacation federal law enforcement officials. Halliburton, and its subsidiaries in “Unfortunately, Bob Menendez’ Iraq. record doesn’t reflect this same atti- Robert Menendez called Mr. Kean’s tude. Bob Menendez voted against comments “election-year posturing.” $6 billion in Homeland Security fund- “This is an individual who has no ing, voted against tightening driver’s compass. He can try to have a 60-days- license and identity card standards, to-election conversation, but this is voted against the Patriot Act in 2005 not a change of heart.”

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Page 4 Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Needs to Control Events Scotch Plains – Fanwood The Westfield Leader TIMES That Attract too Many People — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— D The Downtown Westfield Corporation and blocking the upstairs door. We like D The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood (DWC) is advertising a free Downtown the idea of tables outside, but not to the DDTM Legal Newspaper for Union County, New Jersey and the Township of Scotch Plains Movie Night on Friday, October 6 to be extent of interfering with safe passage on Diction Deception held at the Elm Street field. They encour- public sidewalks. Recently, the sidewalk Member of: Member of: Below are four arcane words, each with New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association age moviegoers to bring chairs or blan- in front of the Baptist Church had 30 feet National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association kets. Water and popcorn will be sold. of sidewalk blocked by folding chairs. four definitions – only one is correct. The Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association We don’t understand the purpose of We had to walk in the busy street with others are made up. Are you sharp enough to discern this deception of diction? Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey this. Don’t we have a movie theater al- cars parked on both sides. It is not safe. ready? Why would the DWC compete Unless we close streets, we need to If you can guess one correctly – good P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 guess. If you get two – well-read individual. Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 with existing businesses? Are we inviting control the size of events better than we people from all over onto our soccer field? do now. Having people come to Westfield If you get three – word expert. If you get all Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 That should do wonders for its condition. is great. Too many at one time is becom- four – You must have a lot of free time! The Board of Education had been re- ing a burden. The downtown loses its All words and correct definitions POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at come from the board game Diction P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 viewing the Y’s men selling Christmas charm and usefulness if residents have to Trees on the field due to potential dam- fight through crowds just to do something Deception. Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. age. Chairs, hordes of people and trash simple like get a pizza or a gallon of milk. Answers to last week’s arcane words. seem damaging also. And doesn’t this We spend money on a regular basis while 1. Cicerone – A guide or person who Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte make more work for our stretched public others are just passing through. shows sight-seers the features of a place ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR works personnel, at an overtime rate? Let’s keep the “small town charm.” 2. Daleth – The fourth letter of the Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo Where are the moviegoers going to This town voted to not build a parking Hebrew alphabet COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION park? Are children going to be dropped deck, not wanting the additional traffic. 3. Ischemia – A suppression of the flow Michael Pollack Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly off unsupervised and then disburse two We shouldn’t lose sight of this clear mes- of blood in an organ or tissue EDUCATION & ARTS OFFICE MANAGER OPERATIONS & LEGALS hours later, disrupting neighborhoods? sage from the taxpayers. The downtown 4. Shent – Put to shame Victoria McCabe Ben Corbin Young children live nearby who prob- needs to be kept healthy but not at the MICROPTEROUS TECHNOLOGY SUBSCRIPTION PRICE SERVICES ably go to sleep prior to 8 p.m. Is this fair? expense of safety and quality of life. 1. Having razorlike teeth What benefit is this to businesses at 8 2. Short-winged or short-finned One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 Robert and Deborah Burslem 3. Short-haired p.m. on a Friday night? What does it have Westfield to do with the business district at all? 4. Having short or small jaws Vandalism takes place in downtown and DAGOBA nearby Mindowaskin Park. It needs to be Letters to 1. Buddhist monumental structure con- Freeholders Should Ensure Future halted, not given an additional time slot. taining the relics of Buddha It could be time to remove the school the Editor 2. A dugout canoe properties from the Special Improvement 3. A heavy barge used for freight Sheriff Auctions are Conducted Justly District on the master plan. Was it there in The Real Problem Is 4. The head of a household in India At last week’s Union County freeholder meet- We urge management (freeholders and the the first place for the previously planned, SUPERALIMENTATION now defunct, Cultural Arts Center? I worry In the White House 1. The ability to redigest food, as with ing, the board went into executive session to sheriff) and the union to include ethics and legal that the Elm Street supermarket will go I read with interest Sen. Tom Kean, cows discuss contract negotiations with the sheriff’s code into the contract to ensure that these private after the property for their upcoming reno- Jr.’s item. While I agree that Secretary of 2. Very high metabolism vations. The town should preserve this Defense Donald Rumsfeld should go, I 3. Overactive bladder union, Policemen’s Benevolent Association seizures and auctions never happen again in open space and the building. think the real problem is one step higher 4. Excess eating Local 108. As you may recall, sheriff officer Union County. Assemblyman Eric Munoz has Why can’t our downtown be what it is in the White House. How can Sec. ATHEROMA Christopher Coon, the stepson of Sheriff Ralph already drafted and published the language for — a place to shop when the stores are open. Rumsfeld still have the confidence of the 1. Wetland; bogs Yes,restaurants are open most evenings President after all the failures at defense? 2. An encysted tumor, containing cheesy Froehlich, was involved in being awarded more such an agreement. This action with the Union but there are other businesses downtown. Should we be looking farther than the matter than $100,000 worth of confiscated automo- County Sheriff’s contract would set the stage for Smaller scale happenings are appropriate. Pentagon? I think that is obvious. 3. In botany, a sickle-shaped cyme biles for a bid of $300. The contentious matter is solving the problem throughout New Jersey. We Why have circus-like events in a con- Jan van Cort 4. Discharge of mucous from any bodily tained area with limited parking? Westfield opening now in court and the subject of impending state urge the freeholders to seize the moment with Tamaques Park, Memorial Pool or the legislation to prevent such occurrences in the this forward-thinking, just and bold action. South Avenue train station parking lot The Governor, and NJ Residents too, seems better suited for large-scale events. future. A Hillside auto dealership has called the As representatives of the people, the freehold- Time has come to limit the amount of auction a “sham” and has a court hearing in ers must ensure that these auctions are not only vendors at the spring and fall festivals and Should Pursue the Positive Elizabeth on September 22 to make its case. legal but also that they uphold the highest ethical the number of runners in the 5K races. We As always, I enjoy your newspaper and etly breeds a “why should I care” attitude don’t want counterfeit handbags and tables the timely topics covered in depth. After in our residents that can translate nega- We do not blame all sheriff officers for the standards. Auctions are not conducted to make of socks. We have a major department store this week’s memorials and reminders, I tively to their work efforts and work eth- chilling August 15 auction. It shouldn’t be used county employees wealthy. Future auctions need and several shops. We need to enhance our am convinced that our Governor and we ics, harming business productivity and businesses, not compete with them. as residents need to find and foment at adherence to law and rules. to tarnish the reputation of those who conduct to be open to everyone by advertising them in Having volunteered in our downtown least four significant positive events to I believe the Governor needs to work themselves professionally in the courtrooms legal newspapers. Sheriff’s officers are to con- since Mainstreet in 1993, I notice that truly turn our state in the right direction. with media outlets to scan for positive and in their other functions. duct the auctions, not profit from them. when out-of-town people come for such There is a popular malaise deep in the events that are connected to the problem events, there aren’t many shops open. For fiber of our state residents and business areas above. I think that the Governor’s Now is a good time to arrive at a fair contract We look forward to hearing that Union County the 5K, they come, run and leave. Mostly, community due to several major negative number one job is not tax reform but to settlement for the sheriff officers – and most has acted on this matter and that they become a the vendors are from outside of Westfield. events in the last five years — 9/11, the retain the population and business com- How is that good for Westfield busi- McGreevey scandal, continuous corrup- munity that we have by showing up and importantly, the perfect time to close the auction moral compass in the state. nesses? Large-scale events take away from tion arrests, no action on tax reform com- championing events that can have a major loophole and restore public confidence over the After all, if the legislature won’t enact just what our long-standing businesses have bined with triple dipping politicians, in- psychological impact on the people of auction scandal. laws, let’s solve it at the paycheck level. built and the newer businesses hope for. creasing illegal immigrant demands (and this state. I’m not talking about balloon We like to walk downtown to dine on activism) on tax-supported services, and festivals or baby beauty contests. Jazz nights. It is disturbing to not be able more. People are tired, feel powerless, Examples: He should attend every Dems Should Switch to Bradley by Sept. 20 to get past the way too many tables all and wish they either had more money so Rutgers home football game for the rest over the sidewalks. Eileen Fisher isn’t as not to have to care, or that they could of the season, and if he really wants to be even a restaurant, yet there are tables in afford to move and live elsewhere earn- proactive, attend an away game with the their vestibule, in front of their window ing the same incomes. This situation qui- team in a state that draws people, busi- Or Stick With Menendez to Finish Line nesses and college students away from The calendar says September, so is it time against Tom Kean, Jr., a popular name among Linda Stender Supporter Chides New Jersey. Why not get involved with the couple from Pa. that just donated $5 again for Democrats to do another ‘switcharoo’ voters in the state. million to The College of New Jersey, with candidates on the November ballot? Will Number one on the Democrats’ replacement Mike Ferguson Campaign Mailings which recently experienced a tragic stu- they pull the life support on the U.S. Senate list appears to be former governor and current I returned from vacation recently to his constituents to re-elect him because dent death? Why not show up at a corrup- find five fancy mailings from Mike he’s fixing potholes on Route 22? Give tion trial unannounced to send a message campaign of Robert Menendez? State Senate President Richard Codey. But he Ferguson in my mailbox. Four of these me a break. that he truly values justice being served? A federal criminal investigation has been said last year he did not want the job because the mailings attacked his opponent in this Congressman, given that there are over I believe that by cultivating healthy November’s election, Linda Stender, for 2,600 dead American troops in Iraq (and and high access relationships with all launched into potential wrongdoing of Mr. commute to Washington, D.C. would be diffi- being a “Big Spender.” The fifth mailing that country teetering on civil war), given media outlets, he can highlight and get Menendez’s collection of $300,000 over nine cult for his family. Reps. Robert Andrews and touted his securing of funding for up- that gas prices are hovering near $3 per involved with specific news items that years in rent from the North Hudson Commu- Rush Holt have been mentioned, but they are grades to Route 22. gallon and given that our economy is have a positive offset on the negative What a joke. Mike Ferguson is a first- slowing and wages are stagnant, don’t issues above. We must get the global nity Action Corp. As a congressman, Mr. seeking reelection and would have to be re- class hypocrite for asserting that Linda you think there are more important issues business community and the general popu- Menendez helped the non-profit group garner placed on their election ballots. Stender is fiscally irresponsible. Mike to focus on other than fixing roads? How lation of the tri-state area truly informed Ferguson has supported and rubber- about sending out a mailing discussing and enthusiastic about positive core chang- federal grant dollars. One name not mentioned is Bill Bradley. Al- stamped the economic policies of Presi- your voting record on issues like embry- ing events in New Jersey. The legal deadline to replace a candidate on though he has been out of politics for 10 years, dent Bush [G. W.]that have brought our onic stem cell research and raising the I encourage others to become engaged the ballot is Wednesday, September 20, two in our judgment, he would be the most difficult country from record surpluses to record minimum wage (both of which you op- in the issues and forward your ideas to deficits. In doing this, Mike Ferguson and pose)? media outlets as this work can provide a days later than the pullout deadline for candi- candidate for Tom Kean, Jr. to beat since Mr. President Bush have returned the United You won’t talk about these issues be- healthy outlet for their deep concerns and dates. However, that can be changed, as demon- Bradley has high name recognition and lacks the States to the status of a debtor nation, with cause your votes place you squarely out- continuing frustration. We must all help most of this debt being held by foreign side the mainstream of District 7 voters. in restoring a positive direction for a state strated in 2002 when Democrats successfully ethical problems in his closet that past candi- banks and governments. Almost 70 percent of Americans believe that deserves much more respect and busi- pulled off a ‘bait and switch’ when the state dates have had. Borrow and spend, that’s the kind of that our country is “on the wrong track.” ness investment than it currently receives. supreme court permitted the replacement of Although former Governor Jim Florio would reckless economic stewardship we’ve had I’m voting to change that track by Chuck Dashiell III Robert Torricelli with Frank Lautenberg in the be available to run, many Democrats still resent under Mike Ferguson. supporting Linda Stender in November. Westfield Mike Ferguson’s mailing about Route Chris Sdao U.S. Senate race. This followed a scandal and him for his 1991 tax increase, which lead to the 22 is also laughable. After three terms in Westfield In Westfield, Who investigation in 1996 of former Sen. Torricelli. Democrats losing the majority in Trenton for a Washington D.C., Mike Ferguson wants Another ‘bait and switch’ happened in 2003 decade. Former governor Jim McGreevey might Owns the Trees? Remembering EPA Statements that One of the remarkable conundrums of when state Senator Joe Suliga, now deceased, be interested if he could find the time to cam- the real estate boom is that large sites with was replaced with Nicholas Scutari after the paign in between his tour dates promoting his Air at Trade Center was OK mature trees are worth more divided when deadline following Mr. Suliga’s arrest for new book. But his name, of course, would be sold, rather than maintained in their cur- News reports in the New York City area construed as lies. rent configurations. And one of the hid- drunken behavior towards a female guest and dead on arrival. have been focusing on the federal Towards noon on September 12, 2005, den victims of the more than 50 homes assault at an Atlantic City casino. We believe that Mr. Menendez should stay in government’s, and EPA director Christine our town of Westfield, some 20 miles that have been demolished this year in Whitman’s in particular, handling of pub- from Manhattan as the crow flies, was Westfield are the large number of mature If Democrats do make a change, they should the race, for to do otherwise would further erode lic health issues following the destruction enveloped in a stinking miasma. trees that are lost as the sites are prepared. stick with the law and do so by September 20. public confidence in New Jersey’s election pro- of the World Trade Center in 2001. I was forced to take down the clothes I Under existing Planning Board rules, Hashing out candidate ‘bait and switches’ in the cess. I remember being flabbergasted to see had put outside to dry and place them back once a developer files a building permit, Ms. Whitman on TV, immediately after in my washing machine to wash later. all Architectural Review, Historic Pres- courtroom should not become commonplace in The Kean-Menendez race is not for the weak the events of 9-11, insisting the air at the Outdoor sports activities were cancelled ervation and Tree Preservation ordinances New Jersey. The legal date to switch candidates at heart. If it weren’t for the fact that it’s down World Trade Center site (and by exten- that day by the public school system. become effective. That means that a site sion in the environs) was A-OK. Simple It’s high time, isn’t it, that the EPA and plan would be reviewed, including each was written to give county clerks sufficient time and dirty and in our backyard, it would be common sense would suggest otherwise. Ms. Whitman be closely interrogated so tree slated for removal. While most re- to print and mail out thousands of election and considered very entertaining. Do these things I remember as well placing several Americans may learn why this lapse in viewed trees wind up being removed be- absentee ballots. happen in other states? telephone calls to the appropriate DEP protecting the public health occurred — cause of their condition or location in the and EPA agencies in the days after 9-11- an important question the 9-11 Commis- proposed building envelope, a good num- If Democrats decide to make a change, they We believe there are many more revelations 01 and was assured each time that particu- sion did not, alas, address. ber of significant trees have been saved as will want to select someone with statewide likely to come. It will only get more interesting lates in air samples collected were no Ferdinand Gajewski builders change their proposal to accom- different, qualitatively and quantitatively, Westfield modate a Tree Commission or Architec- appeal. They know this year they are running as Election Day November 7 grows closer. after 9-11 as before — reports which I tural review request often enhancing the value and aesthetics of the property. Intern Report: Finding Out Information But under existing town regulations, a property owner may remove any and all trees without undergoing any regulatory That People Actually Needed To Know oversight, even if the property is to be When I began my internship at The of different people both from my high school sold for subsequent development. Westfield Leader and Scotch Plains- and others. The friends I made are people I I know of several recent cases where Fanwood Times this summer, I didn’t would never have met if not for The Leader, developers have stockpiled homes for know what to expect. The other interns in and it really was entertaining to see how the future development and have removed my grade had all worked there the sum- interns and their relationships with each significant numbers of trees on the prop- mer before and on their college newspa- other evolved throughout the summer. erties. This is perfectly acceptable under pers, neither of which I had done. The most rewarding part of the intern- the current rules of the town. I thought that I would be mostly ship program was when I received a letter And in the name of full disclosure, I copyediting and running errands. After from the wife of the WWII veteran whose have personally removed three large trees the first day, I was surprised to find that I medal ceremony I had covered. She sent a on the property I purchased three years already had a story assignment, and it was letter to The Leader offices complimenting ago. I have no doubt that if I were required important. I covered a picnic in Scotch my writing and saying how much she to file a tree removal permit, which a town Plains with residents who were concerned appreciated us coming to see the ceremony. inspector would have readily agreed to about the future of Brookside Park. I It really meant a lot to me that this woman the removal, as the trees were damaging spoke with local politicians and families. had taken the time to write the letter. my roof and basement walls. Soon, I was also covering events like a The internship program taught me a lot The question we need to face as a town town hall meeting and a WWII veteran about responsibility and teamwork. I was is if our town trees are a resource that medal ceremony. I realized that I had a lot also given a front-row seat at watching should be managed and protected or not. more responsibility than I had imagined – how towns function, which I found inter- While no one wants to create a new it was my job to find out information that esting. There is a large amount of coop- town bureaucracy, would it be so onerous people actually needed to know. eration and effort that goes into running a to pay $25 for a tree removal permit and One of my favorite assignments was a town, as well as running a newspaper. have an inspector review the site if you photo assignment where another intern The Westfield Leader internship was a were going to remove more than 3 trees? and I covered a flag ceremony at great opportunity because it not only en- I know this is a visceral issue among Tamaques, where we had both gone for abled me to learn more about newspa- members of the community but why does elementary school. It was amazing seeing pers, but about towns as well. I was also it seem that the developers always appear all of our old teachers and classrooms and able to meet a lot of interesting people. to be three steps ahead of town govern- see how much everything had changed. If I wish all my fellow interns and new ment? It’s time to ask the question and not for the assignment, I probably friends a great school year. have the debate: Who owns the trees? wouldn’t have gone back, and it was such Christina Hamway Michael Snizek a great experience. Westfield Westfield The internship also introduced me to a lot A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, September 14, 2006 Page 5 By GOP Freeholder Candidate Glenn Mortimer Mushroom Group to Hold Where is Our Tax Money Going? Recently, The Star Ledger editorial- cal imprudence. ized that the only way to solve the tax They sent a delegation to the National Public Fungus Fest problem in our state is to control spend- Association of Counties convention in MORRISTOWN — The New Jer- your mushroom to be identified; Guided ing. They reemphasized that our property Chicago. I believe that this was a good sey Mycological Association invites outdoor mushroom walks with expert taxes are already by far the highest in the idea; valuable information is often shared the public to its annual Fungus Fest club members; Displays of mushrooms nation, and our sales and income taxes are at these events. I do question if Union at or near the top as well. county’s delegation needed to be larger on Sunday, October 8 from 10 a.m. to brought in by members and visitors; An I agree with the editorial, spending than the delegations of Essex, Bergen, 4 p.m. at the Frelinghuysen Arbore- indoor garden displaying mushrooms must be controlled at all levels of govern- Morris, Ocean, and Hudson counties com- tum in Morristown. in their natural set- ment. Last year, the state budget increased bined. Have you ever tings; Learn about the 10 percent. A 10 percent increase in spend- It was also more than double the size of wondered what those “Foolproof Four” ed- ing certainly does not show any restraint the second largest delegation sent by mushrooms in your ible mushrooms (a in spending. We did, however, get a $1 Middlesex County. This trip has already lawn are? Are they must for beginners!); billion plus increase in the sales tax. Once cost taxpayers nearly $20,000 with sev- poisonous? Are they Wild mushroom again, spending and taxes going hand in eral outstanding expense account reports safe to eat? Can they cooking demonstra- hand. still to be filed. Horace Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times In Union County, we have been hit My running mates Pat Quattrocchi, GETTING THE SCORE...Mike Michalisin (2nd-left) fills in the GOP Scotch harm your pets or tions featuring delec- hard with rising property taxes. County Diane Barabas, and I pledge to bring Plains Council candidates last Sunday at the St. Bart’s Oldtimers softball your landscape? table recipes; grow- taxes have increased by 57 percent in the fiscal responsibility to Union County. championship at Brookside Park. Pictured, from left to right, are candidates Have you ever won- ing mushrooms at past six years. This is due to increased To learn more about me, please visit Councilwoman Carolyn Sorge, Rich Duthie and Councilwoman Nancy Malool. dered what mush- home; mushroom spending. Recently we all became aware the UC GOP website unioncountygop.org rooms really are and talks and photo pre- of another example of the all-Democrat or call our county headquarters at (908) By GOP Scotch Plains Council Candidates what roles they play Tasty or Deadly? sentations by experts; Union County Board of Freeholders’ fis- 789-0200. in the natural world? Live demonstrations Fanwood GOP Discuss Downtown GOP Door to Door Campaign Begins If so, a fun, educational experience of papermaking and fabric dyes made SCOTCH PLAINS — Republican retiring from the township council after awaits your family at the Fungus Fest. from mushrooms; Medicinal uses of Scotch Plains Township Council candi- seven years of service. Mr. Duthie now Attendees will meet and speak with mushrooms; children’s games and Improvements Issues, Challenges dates have begun the 2006 campaign with serves as a member of the Board of Trust- knowledgeable club members who mushroom books, field guides, artwork, We are very pleased to see the recent the long promised repaving of Pleasant an ambitious plan to knock on over 2,000 ees at the Fanwood Scotch Plains YMCA are mushroom experts and hobbyists, and crafts for sale. improvements the council has made to Avenue, which is filled with patched pot- doors in the various neighborhoods of the and has been an officer and coach in the culinary experts, gardeners, talented This event is free and open to the the north side of the Fanwood Railroad holes. Road surfaces such as this lead to community before Election Day on No- SPF Youth Baseball Association for a nature photographers and crafts public, with a suggested donation of Station. The lights, pavers and overall increased difficulty in controlling a ve- vember 7. number of years. He has also been a member of the Scotch Plains Zoning Board people who can do more with fungi $2 for adults and $1 for children. improvement certainly have made the hicle. This is dangerous on a street that “There is no better way to hear the than you’d ever imagine. There will The Frelinghuysen Arboretum is area much more attractive and much safer has many middle and high school student concerns and suggestions of our resi- of Adjustment for three years. to our many Fanwood commuters as they pedestrians. Again money for this, dents than by meeting them one-to-one Mr. Duthie said, “In addition to hear- be several activities and displays to located at 53 East Hanover Avenue in arrive home at night. $400,000, was set aside in capital budgets at their homes,” said Deputy Mayor ing frustrations from our residents on the titillate the senses and to broaden Morristown. For directions, call (973) However, we cannot help but wonder prior to 2004 for reconstruction including Nancy Malool. “Having been through sales tax hike and the lack of action from minds, including: 326-7601, or visit the NJMA website why such an improvement has taken the drainage, repaving and curbs. Area resi- the process once before in 2002, I can our state leaders on the property tax crisis, Mushroom identification, bring in at www.njmyco.org. Democrats three years since Mayor Jung dents were promised by Mayor Mahr that tell you how valuable it is to visit indi- I am also hearing real enthusiasm about and the Republican council late in 2002 Pleasant Avenue would be replaced this vidual neighborhoods and see and hear many of the accomplishments we have obtained a $100,000 grant from our Con- summer. Now that school is in session, I first hand what is on the minds of our realized in Scotch Plains over the last gressman, Mike Ferguson, to improve the guess she is waiting for the first snowfall. residents. Once in office, I was able to several years. Our families are particu- station area. The latest Democratic project is the apply what I learned on the campaign larly pleased with the number of new and However, delays such as this are nor- renovation of storefronts on Martine Av- trail to actual governing.” renovated ball fields established in Scotch mal with our present Democratic council. enue. Many prior administrations have Councilwoman Carolyn Sorge, a life- Plains, the way the township council is There is great publicity and statements felt a general facelift on the downtown long resident of Scotch Plains, served as using the Open Space Trust Fund to ac- concerning improvements that will be stores and improvement to the rear of deputy mayor in 2005. She said, “The quire privately owned land, and the way made tomorrow, but tomorrow never stores would be extremely beneficial. top concern we heard on the campaign we have partnered with Union County seems to come. However, they have found that the mer- trail in 2002 is, once again, number one Officials to establish recreational facili- Since January 1, 2005, we’ve heard chants of Fanwood and their landlords on the list this year. People are beyond ties, conduct a much needed deer man- from Councilman Higgins about the new have very little desire to spend their money frustrated with the property tax crisis in agement program, and ensure proper use buildings to be constructed in the spring to improve sales through esthetics. New Jersey. However, with all the pub- of the 20 plus acres of the Ponderosa of 2005 on South Avenue and Second Hopefully the mayor and council are licity given to the recent state budget property on Cooper Road. Seniors are Street. Nothing has happened. Due to a not thinking that such improvements fiasco in Trenton, the corresponding hike particularly excited with the prospect of a fire, the buildings on South Avenue have should be borne by our over-taxed resi- in the state sales tax, and the hearings new senior citizen facility in town and the been demolished and the area has become dents. going on in the legislature regarding way our town council has backed the project.” an eyesore filled with weeds and rubble. Maureen Mawby property taxes, I am seeing that residents Live Jazz Deputy Mayor Malool concluded by An example of this council’s delay is Fanwood GOP are grasping the fact that if any substan- tial change is going to happen, it has to stating, “I have always gotten the sense begin with action from state govern- that our residents are proud to call Scotch Tuesday thru Saturday Calling Concerts Free is ‘Cheap Trick’ ment. They also appreciate that Mayor Plains home and are generally pleased Martin Marks has taken a leadership role with the services provided by the munici- personally traveling around the state to pality. It would be foolish to think that By Union County Freeholder Board let the legislators know the frustration of there isn’t room for improvement though. THE ONLY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT IN TOWN “The Union County Board of Chosen ries of county employee who are on hand Scotch Plains residents and strongly Meeting our residents one-on-one is a Freeholders, led by Chairman Alexander to pass out literature, the county police, fighting for a Constitutional Convention great educational tool for us as elected 16 Prospect Street, Westfield 908-232-7320 Mirabella, invites the public to attend this setup and cleanup crews, etc. There are to address property taxes.” officials and also serves to inform our LUNCH: Tues. – Sat. DINNER: Tues. – Thurs. • 5:00pm – 9:30pm free concert”…is how every press release also a few miscellaneous bills including Rich Duthie is the third member of the citizens of what programs are available for the summer concert series reads. The portable toilets in the check registry. GOP team. He takes the spot on the ticket for them and what initiatives are planned Fri. – Sat. • 5:00pm – 10:00pm Sun. • 4:30pm – 8:30pm series will end this Saturday with Music [Considering all costs] Deducting the from Councilman Frank Rossi, who is for Scotch Plains.” Fest. The rock band ‘Cheap Trick’ will be contributions the county has received to the headliners. date, the Rhythm and Blues concert cost In researching the cost to taxpayers for taxpayers approximately $130,800; Mu- “We will not listen to the wisdom the so-called free events, the Union County sic Fest $144,500; Kids Kingdom $68,490. Watchdog Association found that events Total approximate cost of free events to that is more conventional than wise.” are free only to out-of-county residents taxpayers 2006 to date: $358,790. and VIP’s. Our property tax dollars are The list of contributors is interesting. picking up the bills. The Union County Democratic Commit- The freeholders present their concerts tee contributed $2,000. Perhaps this ex- as a service brought to you by them. plains why there are only Democrats cam- They’re “We’re connected to you” ban- paigning at these concerts. The banking ner is hung across the stage. Their infor- industry is barred from donating to politi- mation van is prominently parked on the cal campaigns, but they can write a check side of the stage and it features a bill- to be used towards a free concert in which board-sized portrait of the freeholders campaigning politicians cast the spot- HOURS: Mon. - Sat. 9am to 9:30pm • Sun. 12pm to 8pm and take-home literature which has their light on themselves. Banks that have con- faces and names plastered throughout. tributed include Union Center National A freeholder who is up for re-election Bank, First Bank Americano and will be introduced before the concert and Wachovia. The same goes for the casino at intermission. This year we also saw industry, Harrah’s Atlantic City donated Assemblywoman Linda Stender at every $7,500 to the upcoming Music Fest. concert standing alongside campaigning Schoor De Palma no longer makes politi- freeholders who introduce her as “a great cal ‘pay to play’ contributions but they Les Gondats de Marquis de public servant.” Ms. Stender is running donated $7,200 to this year’s concerts. From Everywhere at Every Price for Congress this year. Freeholder Mirabella was reported in a Terme Margaux $33.99 The cost of the bands that performed in local paper as having said, “We’re out Chateau German La Fleur du Roi Chateau Coutet the 2006 summer concerts series in Echo here giving back to the community; people Cotes de $9.99 St. Emilion $23.99 A beautifully balanced wine that is long and deep Lake Park was $33,800. The county took can come out here enjoy the music and Castillion $9.99 on the palate. 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By SUZETTE F. STALKER Wheels on Parade.” Children from WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory open fire using authentic 18th-cen- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times pre-school to age 10 are invited to House Museum will begin its 34th tury recipes and utensils. Taste treats decorate bicycles, wagons, wheel- year of programs this Sunday, Sep- are available for visitors to sample. FANWOOD – With the start of chairs or anything else with wheels. tember 17, with a presentation en- The museum’s gift shop, which of- autumn just a week away, a fall tra- Registration will take place until titled “The Art of Shoemaking.” It fers a variety of Colonial reproduc- dition will come alive again this Sun- 11:30 a.m., with the contest to be will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. tions, toys, crafts, cookbooks and edu- day, September 17, with the 11th held at noon. Parade winners will be A fully furnished 1740 farmhouse cational materials, will be open. annual Fanny Wood Day celebration announced at 12:45 p.m. Prizes will that is entered on both the State and Admission to the museum is $2.50 to be held from noon to 5 p.m. in be awarded to all participants. National Registers of Historic for adults and $1 for students. Chil- downtown Fanwood. The winners of the “Mr. and Mrs. Places, the museum is located at dren under age four will be admit- Since its debut in 1996, the festi- Fanwood” contest, who have already 614 Mountain Avenue in Westfield. ted for free. Upcoming events at the val has attracted thousands to South been selected, will be announced at Ellen Hess of Cranford will ex- museum include “Properly Attired and Martine Avenues with a mix of 12:30 p.m. Criteria for contestants plain and demonstrate the work of – Early 19th Century Fashions” on food, entertainment and activities included having one’s home or work- the shoemaker, or cordwainer, Sunday, September 24, and a spe- for all ages. Additionally, it has place in Fanwood; the ability to serve whose guild became one of the lead- cial “Ghost Walk” on Sunday, Oc- served to acquaint many visitors with for an entire day and to judge a REDEEMER ACHIEVEMENT…The Reverend William Klettke, president of ing industries in Colonial America. tober 1. For more details, please Fanwood’s business community. the New Jersey District of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, presents the variety of competitions and events; official National Lutheran Schools Association Accreditation Certificate to Joy Sunday visits to the museum in- call (908) 232-1776. A local folklore figure, Fanny willingness to don some Victorian clude a guided tour of the house by Wood has in turns been described as Wagenblast, left, principal of the Redeemer Lutheran School in Westfield, and apparel such as a hat or scarf, plus Lorrie Kzirian, school board chairwoman. costumed docents who can answer Sewn Bags to Be Sold a daughter of privilege and as a maga- answers to several questions reflect- questions about life in Colonial-era zine writer and poet whose Victo- ing the individual’s pride in America. Open-hearth cooking At Fanwood Festival rian-era accounts of rural Fanwood Fanwood. Sixth Grade 4-H Meetings takes place in the museum’s Frazee FANWOOD – More than 70 people helped attract people to the area. Judging of a pie-baking contest, Building, with Cooking Committee contributed their time and skills to As usual, this year’s celebration open to Fanwood and Scotch Plains members preparing food over the the Fanwood Presbyterian Church’s will feature an array of vendors sell- residents, will occur at 1 p.m. Pies To Commence Saturday Presbyterian Women’s Sew-a-Thon ing crafts and other wares, as well as must be brought to the South Street Rosary Society to Meet that was held August 17 to provide activities and events throughout the Café at 217 South Avenue by 11:30 WESTFIELD – Sixth-grade boys 2237, or e-mail [email protected]. funds for a well to be dug in a village afternoon. Various non-profit agen- a.m. They must be in a round pie dish and girls who are interested in ani- The 4-H Youth Development Pro- Today at Parish Center in Kenya. cies and community groups also will at least nine inches in diameter, con- mals and enjoy taking field trips are gram is part of Rutgers Cooperative WESTFIELD – The Catholic Presently, it is necessary for women be represented at the fair. tain fresh, frozen or canned fruit as a invited to join Union County’s Sixth Research and Extension. 4-H educa- Church of Holy Trinity and St. Helen’s there to walk many miles to obtain Following the opening ceremony primary ingredient and have a Grade 4-H Club. The first meeting is tional programs are offered to all Rosary Society will hold its first meet- water for their townspeople. at noon on the center stage, a special “dough” crust with any type top. scheduled for this Saturday, Septem- youth in grades 1 to 12 on an age- ing of the season today, Thursday, The Presbyterian Women, along children’s amusement area will open. A five-inch by seven-inch index ber 16, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. appropriate basis without regard to September 14, at noon at St. Helen’s with family members and friends, cut, Attractions will include a moonwalk, card describing the recipe must ac- In the club, children learn about race, religion, color, national origin, Parish Center on Rahway Avenue in pinned, ironed and sewed fabric into kiddie maze, obstacle course, company each pie. First prize will be different animals, pets and proper pet gender or disability. Westfield. bags that were made and sold that day. bounce-and-slide funhouse, track- a $25 gift certificate to the South care through hands-on learning, field Speaker Yolanda Mendez will dis- Additional tote bags, book bags, less train and a nine-hole miniature trips, speakers and demonstrations. Street Café. The pies will be auc- Redeemer School Earns tribute a complimentary Vial of Life to gift bags, wine bottle bags and laun- golf course. Children may play all tioned at 2:45 p.m. to benefit the Club meetings take place once a each attendee. Participants are asked dry bags also have been created for day for a $10 fee (miniature golf is Fanwood Rescue Squad. month, from October through June, Accreditation By NLSA to bring a brown bag lunch. Refresh- sale on Sunday, September 17, from separate). on Saturday mornings at the Union ments will be served. All are welcome. noon to 5 p.m. at the church’s booth at A pie-eating contest, also open to WESTFIELD – The Redeemer Four contests will be featured this Fanwood and Scotch Plains residents, County Administrative Services Tickets to the Communion Breakfast the Fanny Wood Day festival along year, beginning with “Decorated Building, located at 300 North Av- Lutheran School, located at 229 on Sunday, October 15, will be avail- South and Martine Avenues in down- will take place at 3:15 p.m. Individu- Cowperthwaite Place in Westfield, als must register by 1:30 p.m. Chil- enue, East, in Westfield. able for a donation of $20. town Fanwood. This club is open to all youngsters in has received accreditation from the ‘Kaleidoscope’ Concert dren under age 18 require parental National Lutheran Schools Associa- consent in order to participate. the sixth grade who live in Union County. There are no membership dues tion (NLSA). To Take Place at JCC A disk jockey will provide music A rigorous self-assessment was Library Extends Book Sale SCOTCH PLAINS – A free inter- throughout the day. Dancers from or uniforms. Field trips may require a fee and parents are sometimes asked conducted by school board mem- active children’s concert featuring the the Marie Moore School of Irish bers, faculty, staff, parents and Re- award-winning Alex and the Kalei- Dance will show off their steps at to take turns volunteering to monitor To Three Consecutive Days craft projects and other activities. deemer Lutheran Church members, doscope Band will be held this Sun- 3:30 p.m., and singer Toni Dolce that was followed by a visit from the FANWOOD – This year, for the textbooks, encyclopedias, magazines, day, September 17, at 3 p.m. at the will perform at 1:30 and 4 p.m. To register and attend the first meet- ing or to obtain more information, NLSA in May. Every aspect of the first time, the Friends of the Fanwood condensed books or mildewed or dam- Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Matthew the Magician – known school came under scrutiny, ranging Memorial Library will extend its book aged items cannot be accepted. Central New Jersey, located at 1391 for his talents with card tricks, slight- please contact Ellen at the 4-H office at (908) 654-9854, extension no. from curriculum to its relationship sale to three consecutive days. The Donations may be brought to For- Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains. of-hand, illusions and comedy – will with the community. The school sale will again be held this year at est Road Park on Tuesday, Thursday The concert is open to JCC mem- perform at 2 p.m. “Oopsie Dazee” Single Jewish Friends stated that the review team left with Forest Road Park, three blocks from and Saturday, September 19, 21 and bers and non-members and will im- the clown also will be on hand words of praise for Redeemer. the Fanwood Library. 23, from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 mediately follow the JCC Experi- throughout the day. Plan Bennigan’s Lunch Accreditation confirms for parents Members Only Night will be to 4 p.m., and on Monday and Wednes- ence Expo. Bandleader Alex Mitnick Rounding out the day’s highlights that the school complies with na- Thursday, September 28, from 3 to day, September 25 and 27, from 10 entertains with a mix of singing, will be a classic automobile exhibi- AREA – The Circle of Single Jew- ish Friends 49+ will hold a Meet and tional standards and indicates the 8 p.m. Friends members will be a.m. to noon and from 7 to 9 p.m. dancing and audience participation tion presented by the Cougar Car school’s commitment to ongoing im- able to preview and buy any item. Volunteers are needed to sort and sell through humorous improvisations Club in the Fanwood train station Eat Lunch on Sunday, September 17, at noon at Bennigan’s Grill and Tav- provement. Official notification has Membership may be purchased at items. Sign-up sheets are available at with the band. parking lot along South Avenue. now been received that accredita- the door. The sale will be open to the library, located at North Avenue and For more details, please visit The rain date for the festival is ern, located at 65 Route 1 South in Metuchen (near the Edison border). tion has been granted. the public on Friday, September 29, Tillotson Road. For more information, www.jccnj.org or contact Member- the following Sunday, September The Middle States Commission from 9 a.m. to noon and 3 to 8 p.m. please call the library at (908) 322- ship Director Marla Itzkin at 24. To register for the contests or The cost will be $3 plus the price of a meal from the menu and tip Those also was represented on the review and Saturday, September 30, from 9 6400 or contact the Friends at (908) [email protected] or (908) 889- obtain more information, please team and the school expects to re- a.m. to 4 p.m. 322-6559 or [email protected]. 8800, extension no. 236. access www.visitfanwood.com. interested in attending are asked to call Roberta at (908) 668-8450. ceive notification of accreditation In addition to books, the Friends by the commission this fall. For more will accept donations of toys, games, See it all on the Web! information about the Redeemer puzzles, DVDs, compact disks, vid- Lutheran School, please visit eos and cassettes for the sale. Non- www.goleader.com www.redeemerwestfield.com. fiction and fiction that are out of date,

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, September 14, 2006 Page 7 The Arc Classic Golf Outing Special Agent Mulligan Helps To Be Held Next Thursday Stop Child Smuggling Ring SCOTCH PLAINS – The Arc of year’s Arc Classic Golf Outing, please SCOTCH PLAINS…James diplomatic missions overseas and Union County will host the 18 An- call Special Events Coordinator Cari Mulligan, a Scotch Plains native and field offices throughout the United nual Arc Classic Golf Outing on Libysen at (973) 315-0020 or visit a State Department Diplomatic Secu- States. Diplomatic Security agents Thursday, September 21, at the www.arcunion.org. rity Special Agent in Washington, investigate passport and visa fraud Shackamaxon Golf and Country Club D.C., was recognized July 27 for his and are responsible for security at in Scotch Plains. Registration will efforts to stop child smuggling with a 285 diplomatic facilities worldwide. begin at 10 a.m. Willow Grove to Offer Major Crime Section Award from the Mr. Mulligan’s parents, Carol and Supported by businesses and citi- New Stretching Course Eastern District of Virginia’s U.S. Richard Mulligan, are longtime zens throughout Union County and Attorney’s Office in Alexandria, Va. Scotch Plains residents. the New Jersey metropolitan area, SCOTCH PLAINS – The Willow Special Agent Mulligan was the this fundraiser is open to the general Grove Presbyterian Church will offer case agent for Operation American La Leche League Posts public. Funds generated by the golf its free “Stretches For Health” course Child, a federal child smuggling in- outing will benefit individuals with on Tuesdays beginning September vestigation headed by the State De- Next Meeting Date developmental disabilities who par- 19 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free and partment during 2004-2005. The in- WESTFIELD – The La Leche ticipate in programming and services open to everyone, this course of vestigation resulted in the arrests of League of Westfield, a breastfeeding offered by The Arc of Union County. stretching exercises will be offered in 25 people and ended a child smug- information and support group, will Local businesses supporting this Alexander Hall at the church. A WESLEY WELCOME…The Wesley Hall Nursery School, located at One gling ring that used fraudulently ob- meet on Thursday, September 21, at event include Independence Commu- Connie DiDario of South Plainfield, East Broad Street in Westfield, has begun its 54th year this month. Pictured tained passports to illegally transport 10 a.m. in Tamaques Park, located off a certified yoga instructor, will teach above on the first day of school is the Shovlin family – Colby and Grayson and nity Bank, Investors Savings Bank, their mom, Kara. The school still has limited spaces available in some classes. foreign children into the United States. of Lamberts Mill Road in Westfield. RSI, Withum, Smith and Brown, A. participants many different tech- The smugglers recruited United Participants are asked to meet at niques and aspects of exercise, all of For more information, please visit the school’s website, www.whnsnj.com or call Adam Sanford Corporation, Robert (908) 233-9570. States citizens who were paid to sub- the playground area near the tennis Wood Johnson University Hospital at which will be done while sitting in mit a passport application for their courts. The meeting topic will be Rahway, Mutual of America, S. Selt- chairs. Participants are advised to own child, but then attach a photo- “Advantages of Breastfeeding to zer Construction, Paragon Computer wear comfortable clothes. graph of an alien child that was pro- Mother and Baby.” Pros, Valley National Bank and Pre- A yoga instructor for 30 years, Mrs. Girl Scouts’ Benefit Event vided by the fraud ringleader, Belkis Attendees also will have the option ferred Business Systems. DiDario most recently taught at the Diaz. Over the course of the fraud- of taking part in the World Walk for In existence since 1949, The Arc of South Plainfield Senior Citizen Cen- busting operation, 17 people were Breastfeeding, which was postponed Union County, Inc. is a non-profit 501 ter. Although her main thrust has been To Feature Golf and Tennis arrested on federal criminal charges from last month due to rain. The walk (c) 3 membership based, nationally helping senior citizens get and stay in and eight on immigration charges. will be less than one mile. affiliated organization that serves 700 shape, this class is described as suit- AREA — The Girl Scouts of have advised interested persons to Diaz, the ringleader was convicted New, experienced and expectant children and adults and their families. able for anyone interested in main- Greater Essex and Hudson Counties sign up as soon as possible. and sentenced to 63 months in a fed- mothers and their children are wel- For information on how to partici- taining and improving their health. and the Girl Scouts of Washington Both councils currently are seek- eral prison. The sentence was en- come to come and learn more about pate as a sponsor or golfer in this The Willow Grove Presbyterian Rock Council will join forces to ing sponsors to partner with them to hanced in part because the victims breastfeeding, have their questions Church is located at 1961 Raritan Road present the Juliette Low Golf Classic help support the Girl Scouts. Spon- were declared “vulnerable victims” answered and meet other breastfeeding in Scotch Plains. Anyone interested in and Tennis Round Robin. sorships range from $75 to $10,000. by the court. Thirteen other members mothers. For more information, the African Violet Group attending the class or in obtaining more The event is scheduled for Mon- For more information, please call of the fraud ring also were convicted. meeting location in case of rain or to To Meet Next Week information is asked to call the church day, October 16, at the Shackamaxon Marion McCarthy at (973) 746-8200, The U.S. State Department’s Bu- sponsor a walker in the World Walk, office during morning hours, Monday Golf and Country Club in Scotch extension no.136, or Ross Blacker at reau of Diplomatic Security Special please call Mari at (908) 233-6513 or SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union through Friday, at (908) 232-5678, e- Plains. It will mark the initial col- (908) 232-3236, extension no. 1209. Agents are assigned to United States Arlene at (908) 789-4772. 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PUBLICATION Trinitas Hospital to Co-Host Ecumenical Training Event Mental Health Seminar On Tap For October 21 ELIZABETH – Research in work with this population also are AREA – The Annual Ecumenical nominational offices. children’s mental health shows that invited to attend. Training Event for church educators Registration is $15 and each par- a variety of factors can make it diffi- “By helping early childhood pro- and leaders is scheduled for Satur- ticipant will select two workshops. cult for children to adapt to the class- fessionals distinguish between dis- day, October 21. It will take place at Childcare will be available upon re- room setting as early as pre-school ruptive behaviors such as age-ap- Christ Church, located at 561 Spring- quest prior to the event. age. Research also shows that propriate acting-out behaviors to field Avenue in Summit. This event is supported by the through early intervention, childhood more severe situations that may need Beginning at 8:30 a.m. with Cof- American Baptist Church of New disorders can be addressed and the clinical attention, chances are im- fee/Book Store, the event will last Jersey; the Episcopal Dioceses of prognosis improved. proved for children to experience until 12:45 p.m. Participants will have Newark and of New Jersey; the With this in mind, Trinitas Hospi- greater success in school,” noted an opportunity to attend two work- Presbytery (USA) of Elizabeth and tal, in partnership with Community Dinorah Frontera, Psy.D., Director shops of their choice, each 90 min- Newark; Reformed Church in Coordinated Child Care of Union of Trinitas Hospital’s Therapeutic utes in length. America; United Church of Christ County, will host a free program on Nursery. The Reverend Tanya Bennett, di- and the New Jersey Conference of the Thursday, October 5, from 8:30 a.m. In addition to Ms. Frontera, other rector of the chapel and the Religious United Methodist Church. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times to 4 p.m. in Grassman Hall at the staff members of the Behavioral GETTING INTO THE GAME…Westfield Mayor Andy Skibitsky and Council- and Spiritual Life Council at Drew For more information, please con- New Point campus, located at 655 Health and Psychiatry Department man Mark Ciarrocca enjoy the Westfield/Linden football game on September 9. University, will be the keynote tact Norma Hockenjos at (908) 232- East Jersey Street in Elizabeth. at Trinitas Hospital, including Amy speaker. She will discuss “Storytelling 1935 or [email protected] or “Early Childhood Issues and Their Borg-Glickman, M.D., Kristin the Bible – A New Way of Live Learn- the registrar, Judy Hopkins, at (732) Impact on School Performance” is Briggs, Ed.D and Fawn McNeil- Unitarian Society to Host ing Our Sacred Text” and also will 463-1517. designed as an educational program Haber, Ph.D, also are scheduled to lead a workshop on “Listening and for Early Childhood professionals speak at the seminar. The program Learning.” Irish Festival to Raise such as preschool and day care teach- will include complimentary light ACLU Film Screenings A total of 17 workshops will focus ers, social workers, nurses and pe- breakfast and lunch. on all ages and stages of church edu- Funds for Make-A-Wish diatricians. Other individuals who Seminar topics will include “Be- AREA – The First Unitarian Soci- from 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. follow- cation. Topics will range from the UNION – The Joseph Nugent Sr. havior Management in the Class- ety of Plainfield (FUSP), which in- ing worship services. Participants may “Rotation Model” to “Crafts for Ad- Association of Union County will Freeholders to Host room,” “Treatment Options and the cludes residents of Fanwood, Scotch bring a brown bag lunch. vent;” from “Teaching with Games” hold its 20th annual Irish Festival and Uses of Psychotropic Medications Plains and Westfield, has invited the The series will begin September 24 to “Safe Churches/Safe Children” and Picnic on Sunday, October 8, to ben- POW/MIA Ceremony in the Preschool Population” and public to attend five free screenings with “Racial Profiling” and “Gay and from a “Prep Kit for Youth Missions” efit a child with a life-threatening COUNTY – The Union County “The Impact of Sexual Abuse and of the American Civil Liberties Lesbian Rights.” On October 1, “Re- to exploring the foundations for illness through the Make-A-Wish Board of Chosen Freeholders will Cultural Competency for Early Union’s (ACLU) Freedom Files. ligious Freedom” and “The Supreme “Youth Spiritual Formation.” Foundation. host a ceremony commemorating Childhood Professionals.” An over- According to the ACLU, the Free- Court” will be shown. “Dissent” and This event also will offer experien- The Make-A-Wish Foundation POW/MIA Remembrance Day to- view of psychiatric diagnoses that dom Files series “tells the stories of “Beyond the Patriot Act” will be fea- tial training in computing, teaching raises funds to grant seriously ill chil- morrow, Friday, September 15, at can occur in this age group and how real people in America whose civil tured on October 8; “Youth Speak” songs and choosing resources for dren their favorite wish. The picnic 11:15 a.m. in front of the Union such diagnoses can impact behavior liberties have been threatened and and “The Drug Wars” are slated for Vacation Bible School. Each of the will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. at the County Court House in Elizabeth. also will be discussed. how they fought back.” The 10-part October 15, and “Women’s Rights” presenters is a leader in one of the Union Elks Lodge, located at 281 Freeholder Chairman Alexander Pre-registration for this free pro- series was produced and directed by and “Voting Rights” will be screened cooperating denominations. Chestnut Street in the Five Points Mirabella and Freeholder Vice Chair- gram is required since space is lim- Emmy Award winner Jeremy Kagan. on October 22. A fuller description of the work- section of Union. woman Bette Jane Kowalski, spon- ited. For further information about The screenings will be held on five Edward Barocas, who has served shops and registration form is available Admission is $20 per person or $40 sors of this year’s event, welcome all this program and to pre-register, consecutive Sundays at the FUSP as legal director of the ACLU of New online at www.WondrousLove.org/ per family and will include food, beer veterans, public officials and the pub- please call Kelly Baker, Community Church, located at 724 Park Avenue Jersey since May 2001, will speak at CEWorkshops and in each of the de- and soda, plus face painters and games lic to attend. For more information, Outreach Specialist, at (908) 994- in Plainfield. Screenings will feature the first event. Prior to working for for the children. The afternoon also please call (908) 527-4100. 7452 by Friday, September 29. two episodes each, with discussion, the ACLU-NJ, Mr. Barocas was Spe- See it all on the Web! will feature continuous live Irish- cial Counsel for the Special Hearings American entertainment provided by Unit of the Office of Public Defender New this Fall! www.goleader.com the Eamonn Ryan Band, The Blue in Newark for almost six years. Notes and DJ Joe Coleeti. For information, please call Bob or Tuesday Evening Classes Linda White at (908) 241-7341, Carol (offered in collaboration with the Scotch- Martin at (732) 851-5109 or Kevin Plains-Fanwood Adult School and the Dowling at (732) 594-1763. Enrichment Center Annex) The Nugent Association was founded in 1933 and is the oldest Please see catalog for details! independent Irish-American orga- nization in the State of New Jersey. The Association has been recog- nized many times for its civic in- • Business & Computing volvement. U • Creative Arts & Crafts Donations may be sent to: The Jo- seph Nugent Sr. Association, c/o • Dance & Fitness Fall Semester Begins Kevin Dowling, 161 Country Club • Personal Growth, Health & Safety Drive no. 2, Union, N.J. 07083. • Financial Strategies September 25th!

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Every Thursday throughout the Mountain Avenue, will introduce an “Advanced Bible” will help those month of August, I spent a few hours I mention all this because, as I’ve discovered, summer is a time that initiative promoting “Lifelong Learn- with a good working knowledge of the in New York City. I really like the city ing” beginning on Sunday, Septem- Bible to apply that knowledge to fos- and don’t get into it as much as I’d seems to be naturally conducive to the practice of “artist dates.” Work ber 24, at the church. ter greater spiritual growth and daily like during the rest of the year. It will feature several new programs disciplines, as well as explore more in- On those Thursdays, I walked and family life often seem to slow down a bit. Vacation time is more to help foster Bible literacy, greater depth Bible themes and topics. around for a while, sometimes did a spiritual growth and maturity and a In addition to these new programs, little shopping and always spent an likely to be used. But, as Cameron says, it’s even more stronger sense of community and the church also will continue to offer hour or more browsing, and then sit- friendship among church members. the “Questers,” a self-led discussion ting to read or write at a Barnes and important to stick to keeping “artist dates” with ourselves when our work To kick off the initiative, a group of group; “Triangle,” a lecture-style se- Noble on Fifth Avenue. volunteers prepared “working Bible” ries and a “Parents Program” geared After that, I’d either take in a movie and family lives are busiest. In fact, that is when we need them the most. kits for distribution to all adult church toward those congregants who are or do some more walking, and finish members this month. The kits – which parenting teenagers. the day off by meeting my wife, Cindy The catch, of course, is that’s also when it’s easiest to convince ourselves include study Bibles, resource kits, The Presbyterian Church in (she works in mid-town), for dinner. notepads and highlighters in a leather Westfield holds services at 8 and 10:30 I enjoyed these days tremendously, that we can’t afford to keep them. Devoting time to “artist dates” once SPREADING THE WORD…Members of the Bible Kit Assembly Team at The tote – are designed to encourage re- a.m. on Sundays. For more informa- for two important reasons. One is that Presbyterian Church in Westfield prepare “working Bible” kits for distribution cipients to integrate Bible reading and tion about the church or the Sunday they were just plain fun, and we should the fall returns us to our more accus- tomed hectic pace feels like we’re to all adult members of the congregation as part of the church’s new “Lifelong study into more areas of their lives. morning classes, please call (908) 233- never underestimate the importance of Learning” initiative. Pictured, from left to right, are: Alice Davenport, Carol A new schedule of learning op- 0301 or visit www.westfieldpc.org. having fun in the midst of lives that can being frivolous or lazy. However, Fahrenthold, Debbie Himmel and Myrna Cummings. brain research has consistently shown portunities will be offered at 9:15 be extremely busy and stressful, in a a.m. on Sunday mornings prior to First Baptist Invites world that can be, as we have seen these that Cameron is right. Regular time spent in activities that pull us out of worship, which all are invited to join past few months in particular, so down- Historical Society Meeting in, regardless of their level of Bible Public to Help Garden right scary and confusing at times. our “busy mind” and allow us to “play” actually make our brains work more knowledge. WESTFIELD – The First Baptist The second reason I valued those The “Thoughtful Christian” will Church of Westfield, located at 170 “city days” so much is that I found effectively and help us to be more To Focus on Reeve Home creative in all aspects of our lives. address the Bible’s application to Elm Street, has invited area residents them to be a tremendous source of WESTFIELD – The Westfield His- the Westfield Jaycees helped to clear cultural topics, such as “The Music to help beautify the church grounds creativity. As I walked around, just As fall quickly approaches, let’s consider Cameron’s advice. I know I torical Society’s first fall evening pro- brush and vegetation from the prop- and Message of U2;” “What My Child on Sunday, September 17, beginning watching and listening to the endless gram will be held on Thursday, Sep- erty and other groups have commit- Is Doing on the Internet;” “What at 12:30 p.m. Participants may stay as variety of sights and sounds, I found won’t be able to go into New York City every Thursday for a while again, tember 21, at 7:30 p.m. in the Westfield ted in-kind support for the project. Would Jesus Drive?” and “Is God in long as they wish. myself making connections between Municipal Building Community All are welcome to attend this pro- the Workplace?” The church will have the plants on everyday life and faith issues that I but I am determined to continue tak- ing a few hours each week to take in Room at 425 East Broad Street. gram. Light refreshments will be The “Wired Word” will offer a hand but will need people’s help in hadn’t made before. This program will provide an over- served. For more information about weekly e-mail addressing a current getting them in the ground. Both In the voices, mannerisms and in- a movie or show, sit and write at a bookstore or coffee shop, go to a view of plans for the society’s new the program or volunteering to help events topic, along with applicable children and adults are welcome. teractions I encountered, I discov- headquarters at the historic Reeve the society, please call (908) 232-8576. scripture readings, to participants for For more information, please con- ered more and more of the interrelat- game or just walk around Westfield or some other place and pay attention home. The society signed a 99-year discussion on Sunday mornings. tact the First Baptist Church at (908) edness between the stories of our lease for the property with the Town St. Agnes Church Notes “Basic Bible” will help acquaint 233-2278 or via e-mail at lives and those of the ancient people to the sights and sounds. Not only are “artist dates” good for of Westfield in May and is now launch- people who may not be familiar with [email protected]. of the Bible. ing a fund-raising campaign to reno- Transition of Priests Essentially, I’m describing what us mentally, but, more importantly, they are a highly “faithful” thing to do. vate the house and grounds. AREA – This summer, the congre- author Julie Cameron, in her book Deeded to the Town of Westfield in gation and staff of St. Agnes Roman “The Artist’s Way,” calls “artist dates.” After all, the One who created us calls us to create as well. And in a time when 1985 by Edgar and Ralph Reeve, the Catholic Church in Clark bid fare- In her book, which centers on the property is located at 314 Mountain well to the Reverend John Chadwick, development of creativity, Cameron there has been so much destruction of late, the world can use all the creativity Avenue. The circa-1875 Italianate style a popular priest and mentor at the talks about the importance of setting home, which recently was placed on parish for three years. aside a period of time each week to do we can offer it. * * * * * * * the National Register of Historic Reverend Chadwick has moved on something that will spark our cre- Places, will serve as a permanent home to the Pontifical College of ative juices. It could be an activity Reverend Dr. Boyea is Senior Min- for the Westfield Museum and Ar- Josephinum Seminary in Columbus, like taking in a movie, play or con- ister at the First Congregational chives that currently are located in the Ohio, which educates seminarians cert; sitting and reading at a book Church of Westfield, located at 125 Westfield Board of Education offices from the United States, Asia, Africa store; a long walk in the country or on Elmer Street. on Elm Street. It will provide greater and Europe. public access to these resources and The parish also welcomed his suc- also be used for local history educa- cessor, the Reverend Antonio Nuno Blood Drives Are Scheduled tion programs for children and adults. Goncalves Rocha, 33, known as “Fa- Westfield Historical Society Presi- ther Nuno.” A native of Portugal and dent Nancy Priest and other society Seton Hall University graduate, he At Street Fair and Church trustees will provide details on holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and FANWOOD – The First Unitarian All are welcome to participate in planned repairs that include upgrades a Masters in Divinity degree. He was Society of Plainfield, in conjunction the drives. Appointments are required to the air conditioning and heating ordained this year with 17 fellow with Blood Services of New Jersey, for apheresis donors. For an appoint- systems; an overhaul of the electrical priests and was part of the largest has announced that two blood drives ment, interested individuals are system; carpentry and plumbing work ordination class in the United States. will take place this month. asked to call Robert Sommerich at and an elevator for accessibility. To learn more about St. Agnes A “Bloodmobile” will be stationed (908) 889-1891. The goal of the capital campaign is Church or the St. Agnes School, POPULAR PRIEST…Members of the St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church parish at the Fanny Wood Day celebration The First Unitarian Society of $1.8 million. The society is receiving please call (732) 388-7064 or visit bid farewell to the Reverend John Chadwick at his June 18 reception. Pictured, that will be held this Sunday, Sep- Plainfield, which includes residents of help from volunteers, contractors and http://mywebpages.comcast.net/ from left to right, are: Diane DeJesus, Gina Behrend, Maureen Tereshko, tember 17, in downtown Fanwood. Westfield, Scotch Plains and Fanwood, other local citizens. In early August, stagneschurch/. Reverend Chadwick, Terry Segreto, Joanne Cancro and Nancy Kalvin. The festival will take place from also has revealed that future drives are noon to 5 p.m. along South and planned at the church on a regular Puglisi Insurance Agency Martine Avenues. This drive will be basis. They will be held on the fourth Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. for whole blood donations only. Friday of every month beginning on 1831 East Second Street, Scotch Plains On Saturday, September 23, a drive October 27, from 3 to 8:30 p.m. “25 Years Experience” These drives will be open for both 908-322-5150 will be held from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer www.puglisi-insurance.com at the First Unitarian Society of whole blood and platelet donations. Plainfield Church, located at 724 For platelet donations, please call Mr. th Park Avenue in Plainfield. This drive Sommerich for an appointment. No Our 67 Year will be for both whole blood and appointments are required for whole FAMILY LAW apheresis (platelets). blood donation. · Divorce · Domestic Violence “We Service Our Clients.” · Custody · Child Support The High Holidays are just A Family Institution Providing around the corner—wouldn’t · DWI · Criminal Defense Multiple Lines Of Insurance. you like to celebrate them · Business Disputes · Commercial Litigation as part of a congregation? Specializing in: Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor For 93 years, Temple Sholom has been practicing Reform • Attorneys • Physicians Offices Judaism in Union County. We are a warm, hamische • Commercial • Home Owners • Workers Compensation congregation that welcomes all Reform Jews, (908) 232-8787 including interfaith families.

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Rosh Hashanah starts at sundown on September 22, and Yom Kippur starts at sundown on October 1. Joining Temple Sholom would be a wonderful way to greet the New Year! Temple Sholom LaGrande & Martine Aves., Fanwood Mailing Address: P.O. Box 539 Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 908908---889889889---49004900 ● www.sholomnj.org Page 10 Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION UCC Offers Substitute New Teachers Welcomed Teacher Certification To Westfield Public Schools AREA – With substitute teachers Classroom” and “Building Profes- WESTFIELD – Superintendent of Jean Power- Physical Education Edison in high demand in local communi- sional Relationships with School Schools William Foley welcomed a Mercedes Poyntz- Spanish Washington & ties, potential substitutes can better Administrators and Educators.” Wilson total of 50 new teachers and four new Shannon Stone- French 3/5 Edison, Roosevelt prepare themselves for entry into the Anyone interested in substitute administrators to the Westfield pub- and Westfield High classroom. teaching, current substitute teachers, lic schools during a New Teacher Patricia Marchiano- Mathematics WHS The Union County College Divi- newly certified substitute teachers, or Orientation Breakfast on Thursday, Sonia Rodrigues-Marto- Guidance Westfield sion of Economic Development and experienced teachers wanting to re- High August 31. James McGeney- Biology WHS Continuing Education will offer the turn to the field should consider this Mr. Foley noted that the new teach- Jennifer Genega- Environmental Science Substitute Teacher Specialist Certifi- program. Only those individuals with ers were selected from more than Westfield High cate Program beginning on Friday, 60 or more college credits or a 1,200 applicants. Advanced degrees Nancy Johal- Special Education WHS September 28. bachelor’s degree may enroll. Jenna Cohen- Special Education WHS are held by half of the new hires and Esther Graziano- Gifted & Talented Gr. 3-5 The program is designed for those The program requires the comple- 12 of them are Westfield High School Hilary Brown- Social Studies Edison interested in becoming a valuable and tion of 18 classroom hours. This graduates. Lori DeMuro- Guidance Edison employable asset to a school district, course is offered from 6 to 9 p.m. on Mr. Foley advised the teachers to Melissa Gratz- 4/5 Art Washington and, at the same time, helping stu- Friday evenings at the Roselle Com- Kelly Molnar- 1st Grade Franklin include creativity, commitment, char- Toni-Nicole Redman- 3rd Grade Franklin dents and experiencing the many joys munity School at 122 East 6th Av- acter and connection in their work Jillian Saridaki- Social Studies WHS Katherine of teaching. enue in Roselle. The course fee is with their students. He recognized Wertheimer- English WHS OPENING DAY…Good friends Matthew Viscido and Michael Paglialunga walk The Certificate Program will pro- $168. their “daunting task of shaping young Nicholas Messer- Social Studies WHS to Jefferson Elementary School on the first day of classes last Wednesday. Soon, vide training in the two areas most For more information, contact the minds.” Amy Tierney- Kindergarten McKinley they will find out who else will join them in Jessica Vierschilling’s first grade class. Lauren Coltrera- 3rd Grade Jefferson vital to a substitute teacher’s success, Division of Economic Development Board of Education President Anne Sherry Leary- 1st Grade Franklin “Gaining the Knowledge and Confi- and Continuing Education at (908) Riegel and Michael Seiler of the Kathryn Clark- 3rd Grade Wilson PUBLIC NOTICE dence You Need to be a Star in the 709-7600. Westfield Education Association for- Matthew Borchin- 4th Grade Wilson TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS mally greeted the teachers and as- Jacqueline Gordon- 2nd Grade Jefferson NOTICE OF PENDING BOND ORDINANCE Stacey McDermott— 2nd Grade Jefferson sured them that they were entering a Christine Trottere- Guidance Roosevelt NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following proposed bond ordinance was community where education is sup- Daniel Devlin- English Westfield High introduced and passed on first reading at a meeting of the Township Council of the ported. Kara Kowaleski- 5th Grade Wilson Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of Union, State of New Jersey, held on the 12th Daria Plaskon- 3rd Grade Franklin day of September, 2006, and that said ordinance will be taken up for further consideration Westfield High School PTSO Presi- Darlene White- Drama Westfield High for final passage at the meeting of said Township Council to be held at its meeting room Legal Advertising dent Cindy Morgan, representing the Elisa Cognetti- 2nd grade Wilson in the Township Hall, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, on the 26th day of parent community, told the new teach- Matthew Kravetsky- 3rd Grade Tamaques September, 2006, at 8:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as said matter can be reached, at MORE IN BACK SECTION ers that she was excited to have them Cristina Darcy- Resource Room Tamaques which time and place all persons who may be interested therein will be given an New high school administrators in- opportunity to be heard concerning the same. join the school district. A copy of this ordinance has been posted on the Bulletin Board upon which public The new teaching staff for the clude Interim Principal Dennis Fyffe notices are customarily posted in the Township Hall of the Township, and a copy is PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Westfield public schools includes: and new Director of Guidance Stephen available up to and including the time of such meeting to the members of the general Karen Greenstein- Music Roosevelt Maczynski. Andrea Lo, a learning dis- public of the Township who shall request such copies, at the office of the Clerk in said NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION James DeSarno- P.E. Roosevelt abilities teacher consultant for many Township Hall in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Sean Bonasera- Industrial Arts Roosevelt/ years with the district, has been named Barbara Riepe, Township Clerk 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 605 Edison Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, State of New Jersey TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 Donna Curia- Leaps & Bounds autistic class special education and basic skills su- BOND ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE IMPROVEMENT OF A POR- SEALED BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et Jefferson pervisor PreK - 8th grade. TION OF WOODSIDE ROAD, PARTLY AS A GENERAL IMPROVEMENT seq.; in the NJDOT MULTIPURPOSE ROOM, New Jersey Department of Transporta- Janet Behrens- Special Education Edison Noel Baxter will assume the role of AND PARTLY AS A LOCAL IMPROVEMENT, IN, BY AND FOR THE tion, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey 08625; until 10:00 A.M. on 9/28/06 and Tracy Pushko- Art Jefferson supervisor of Social Studies K-12 in TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, STATE OF opened and read for: Elaine Murray- Music Wilson/Jefferson/ October. Changes in place for previ- NEW JERSEY, TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $94,000 TO PAY THE Tamaques Maintenance Bridge Repair Contract 2006-A, North Region; COST THEREOF, TO MAKE A DOWN PAYMENT, TO AUTHORIZE THE Lynna Cirillo- Psychologist Westfield High ous administrators include expanded Five (05) Bridges, Route 24; Madison Borough, Millburn Borough and Summit ISSUANCE OF BONDS TO FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIATION AND TO Stephanie Kwiatkowski- Science Roosevelt responsibilities for Robert Roth, from City; Essex, Morris and Union Counties PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES IN Eleanor Hodara- Spanish Westfield High 100% State World Language K-8 to World Lan- ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS. Cecilia Valdes- Special Education Edison DP NO: 06425 Nicole Ruffo- 2nd Grade Franklin guage K-12 and for Cheryl Berkowitz, BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, in the Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127 N.J.A.C. Brendan Hickey- 5th Grade McKinley who is assistant principal of Wilson County of Union, State of New Jersey, as follows: 17:27. Ryan Belline- Math Edison School in addition to her role as su- Section 1. The Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of Union, State of New Jersey Effective October 15, 2004, Pursuant to P.L. 2005, C. 51 (formerly known as Christiane Friedlander- German WHS (the “Township”) is hereby authorized to improve Woodside Road (from Meadowview pervisor for the district’s Gifted and Executive Order 134) apparent low bidder must provide a completed, signed Contrac- Laura Fenn- 5th grade Franklin Road to Hilltop Road) consisting of (a) reconstruction of the roadway, a general Talented program. tor Certification and Disclosure of Political Contribution Forms within seven (7) Kerri Anness- Resource Room Washington improvement (the “General Improvement”), and (b) installation of granite block curbing, state busines days from the project bid date. a local improvement (the “Curb Improvement”). The following properties, as shown on Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, Business Registration, proof of valid business registra- the Tax Assessment Map of the Township, are in the vicinity of the Curb Improvement: tion shall be submitted by a bidder with its bid proposal at the time of bid for 100% State Ninety Five Percent of WHS Street Address Block Lot funded projects. 2072 Meadowview Road 09202 09 Pursuant to the “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et 1192 Woodside Road 09202 10 seq. (P.L. 2003, c. 91), bidders must register with the New Jersey Department of Labor, 1196 Woodside Road 09202 11 Division of Wage and Hour Compliance. Grads Continue Education 1202 Woodside Road 09202 12 The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 1212 Woodside Road 09202 13 U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the WESTFIELD – The highest percent- They include six Ivy League schools. 1211 Woodside Road 09204 01 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to age of Westfield High School (WHS) The colleges the students have se- 1205 Woodside Road 09204 02 submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on graduates in 10 years will embark on lected are from coast-to-coast and even 1199 Woodside Road 09204 03 the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the contract award. higher education this fall. According to Cairo, Egypt. Some of the more popu- 1193 Woodside Road 09204 04 Drawings and specifications for the proposed work are available at Bid Express 1185 Woodside Road 09204 05 website WWW.BIDX.COM. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe follow a report released by the WHS Guidance lar out-of-state colleges and universi- 1181 Woodside Road 09204 06 the instructions on the website. The fee is $35.00 per month for unlimited access to view Office, 95.1 percent of this year’s gradu- ties selected by this year’s graduates and download the documents and additional $95.00 per month for unlimited access to Said improvements shall include all work, materials and appurtenances necessary and ates will continue their education. include: Pennsylvania State Univer- download the plans, directly payable to Bid Express. suitable therefor. It is hereby determined and stated that said road being reconstructed A total of 87.4 percent will enter sity (12 students); University of Dela- Drawings, special provisions, and bid documents may be inspected (BUT NOT is of “Class B” or equivalent construction as defined in Section 22 of the Local Bond Law OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our various Design Field Offices at the four-year colleges and universities, ware (6); University of Maryland (6); (Chapter 2 of Title 40A of the New Jersey Statutes, as amended; the “Local Bond Law”). following locations: while 6.2 percent will attend two- New York University (6); Syracuse Section 2. The sum of $94,000 is hereby appropriated to the payment of the cost of 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 1 Executive Campus Rt 70 making the improvements described in Section 1 hereof (hereinafter referred to as year colleges and 1.5 percent will University (6); George Washington Mt. Arlington, NJ Freehold, NJ Cherry Hill, NJ “purpose”). Said appropriation shall be met from the proceeds of the sale of the bonds enter vocational, business and other University (5); Johnson & Wales Uni- 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 authorized and the down payment appropriated by this ordinance. The General Improve- 3 T - 9/7/06, 9/14/06 and 9/21/06, The Leader Fee: $217.26 post-high-school institutions. The versity (5); Loyola College (5) and ment shall be made as a general improvement and no part of the cost thereof shall be remainder have accepted employment Quinnipiac University (5). assessed against property specially benefited. The Curb Improvement shall be made as PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE a local improvement as hereinafter set forth. or had future plans that were unde- A total of 76 WHS graduates will Section 3. The Curb Improvement shall be undertaken as a local improvement and the NOTICE OF PROPOSED CHANGE IN MAXIMUM PERMITTED RATES cided at the time of graduation. continue their education in New Jer- cost thereof not borne by the Township shall be assessed upon the lands and real estate PURSUANT TO 47 C.F.R. 76.900 ET SEQ. Stephen Maczynski, WHS guidance sey, with 53 attending four-year col- upon the line and in the vicinity of said improvement which may be benefited by said COMCAST OF NEW JERSEY, LLC (UNION) (“COMCAST”) director, announced that approxi- leges and universities and 23 entering improvement, as provided in Chapter 56 of Title 40 of the New Jersey Statutes, as amended. All assessments levied for said improvement shall in each case be as nearly On March 1, 2006, Comcast filed a Petition with the New Jersey Board of Public mately 69 percent of the recent college two-year colleges. as may be in proportion to and not in excess of the peculiar benefit, advantage or increase Utilities, in Docket Number CR06030139, for the approval of changes in rates associated attendees have been accepted into ei- The most widely attended New Jer- in value which the respective lots and parcels of real estate shall be deemed to receive with regulated equipment and installation for the basic service tier as required by 47 ther highly selective, mostly selective sey school is Rutgers, with 23 WHS by reason of such improvement. The total amount of the assessments so levied shall not C.F.R. 76.923 and Consolidated FCC Form 1205. Under Comcast’s proposal, the or selective colleges or universities. graduates attending the university. exceed the cost of said improvement. The portion of such cost which shall not be so maximum permitted rates for equipment and installation would change. The present and assessed shall be paid by the Township as in the case of a general improvement which proposed maximum permitted rates, excluding sales tax and franchise fees, are as Montclair State University is next in is to be paid for by general taxation. Such portion of the cost shall be in addition to the follows: Area Students Receive enrollment, with eight students from contribution, if any, of the Township, hereinafter provided. EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION WHS, followed by Kean University Section 4. It is hereby determined and stated that (1) the Township will not contribute CHARGES/MONTHLY LEASE RATE Awards from DAR and the College of New Jersey, each any money to the cost of the Curb Improvement, and (2) one hundred percent (100%) of PRESENT PROPOSED AREA – Area students graduating the cost of the Curb Improvement shall be assessed, and (3) the estimated maximum with five. Standard Installation-primary outlet amount of the special assessments for the Curb Improvement is $16,000, and (4) no from the eighth grade were recently Looking at two-year institutions of (standard installation: 150 feet or less from tap) special assessments for such improvement have been levied or confirmed, and (5) such honored for their achievements in (aerial & underground) $42.35 $45.10 higher learning, Union County College special assessments may be paid in ten annual installments. Non-standard Installation-primary outlet American history and citizenship. welcomes 18 WHS graduates this fall. Section 5. It is hereby determined and stated that (1) said purpose is not a current (non-standard installation: over 150 feet from tap) (aerial These awards, in the form of certifi- expense of said Township, and (2) it is necessary to finance said purpose by the issuance A total of 415 students (or 98.6 & underground) $33.55/hr. $34.20/hr. of obligations of said Township pursuant to the Local Bond Law, and (3) the estimated cates and medals, are given annually by percent) received WHS diplomas this Service Area Relocation Installation / Transfer of Service (existing cost of said purpose is $94,000, and (4) $4,500 of said sum is to be provided by the down the Westfield Chapter of the National customer moves within service area and takes current year, including 10 students who at- payment hereinafter appropriated to finance said purpose, and (5) the estimated equipment to a new residence that is already cabled) $24.50 $29.35 Society of the Daughters of the Ameri- tended special-education out-of-dis- maximum amount of bonds or notes necessary to be issued for said purpose is $89,500, Additional Outlet Installation (cabled or non-cabled, can Revolution. The faculties of the and (6) the cost of such purpose, as hereinbefore stated, includes the aggregate amount trict schools. same trip) $17.10 $14.45 of $5,000 which is estimated to be necessary to finance the cost of such purpose, individual schools select recipients. A complete list of schools attended Additional Outlet Installation (cabled or non-cabled, including architect’s fees, accounting, engineering and inspection costs, legal expenses Those who have done outstanding separate trip) $25.20 $24.25 by WHS graduates will be available and other expenses, including interest on such obligations to the extent permitted by VCR/DVD or Picture-in-Picture Installation (same trip) $8.35 $ 7.25 work in American history in Edison at westfieldnjk12.org/westfieldhigh. Section 20 of the Local Bond Law. VCR/DVD or Picture-in-Picture Installation (separate trip) $15.10 $15.80 Intermediate School include: Section 6. It is hereby determined and stated that moneys exceeding $4,500, Relocation of Outlet (interior work only, same trip) $17.10 $19.40 appropriated for down payments on capital improvements or for the capital improvement Kathleen Esler; Roosevelt Interme- Relocation of Outlet (interior work only, separate trip) $23.40 $19.40 More Education fund in budgets heretofore adopted for said Township, are now available to finance said diate School: Carly Erman; Holy Trin- Premium Service Installation (same trip) No Charge No Charge purpose. The sum of $4,500 is hereby appropriated from such moneys to the payment Premium Service Installation (separate trip) $16.75 $18.45 ity Interparochial School: Benjamin on Page 20 of the cost of said purpose. Video Game or A/B Switch Installation (same trip) No Charge No Charge Stracquatanio. Section 7. To finance said purpose, bonds of said Township of an aggregate principal Video Game or A/B Switch Installation (separate trip) $15.10 $15.80 amount not exceeding $89,500 are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to the Local Good citizenship medals are given Westfielder Joins Peace Parental Control Device Installation (same or separate trip) No Charge No Charge Bond Law. Said bonds shall bear interest at a rate per annum as may be hereafter to those students who exhibit honor, Converter or Remote Control Unit Installation (same trip) No Charge No Charge determined within the limitations prescribed by law. All matters with respect to said bonds Corps in El Salvador Remote Control Unit Installation (separate trip) $ 6.70 $ 6.80 service, courage, leadership and pa- not determined by this ordinance shall be determined by resolutions to be hereafter Remote Control Unit Installation (customer picks up) No Charge No Charge triotism. At Edison, the medalists are: WESTFIELD – Joanna Nichols adopted. Unnecessary Trip Charge $ 6.70 $ 6.80 Section 8. To finance said purpose, bond anticipation notes of said Township of an Jenna Strauss and Vishal Shah; Richardson, 22, the daughter of Philip Converter Installation (separate trip) $15.10 $15.80 aggregate principal amount not exceeding $89,500 are hereby authorized to be issued Roosevelt: Sarah Glickstein and and Diana Richardson of Westfield, Reconnect Charge – Limited Basic Service or pursuant to the Local Bond Law in anticipation of the issuance of said bonds. In the event Expanded Service $24.50 $29.35 Christopher Salemme; Holy Trinity: has been accepted into the Peace that bonds are issued pursuant to this ordinance, the aggregate amount of notes hereby Reconnect after Temporary Suspension of Service Patricia Whitehead and Caraugh Ball. Corps. She will depart for El Salva- authorized to be issued shall be reduced by an amount equal to the principal amount of (4 month maximum) $24.50 $29.35 the bonds so issued. If the aggregate amount of outstanding bonds and notes issued dor on September 18 to become an Relocation of Drop (exterior only) $25.20 $24.25 pursuant to this ordinance shall at any time exceed the sum first mentioned in this section, PUBLIC NOTICE agro-forestry volunteer. Service Calls – (non-cable related problem [a problem not caused the moneys raised by the issuance of said bonds shall, to not less than the amount of such by a defect in the facilities or of the services provided by the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS A graduate of Blair Academy, she excess, be applied to the payment of such notes then outstanding. Company] or damage caused by customer negligence) $24.70 $25.30 attended Kenyon College in Gambier, Section 9. Each bond anticipation note issued pursuant to this ordinance shall be dated NOTICE is hereby given that at a meet- Hourly Service Charge $33.55/hr. $34.20/hr. on or about the date of its issuance and shall be payable not more than one year from ing of the Township Council of the Town- Ohio, and earned a bachelor’s degree Fishing Walls, Pre-Wiring or Post-Wiring $33.55/hr. $34.20/hr. its date, shall bear interest at a rate per annum as may be hereafter determined within ship of Scotch Plains, held in the Council in international studies and Spanish in Rerun of Exterior Drop (at request of subscriber) $42.35 $45.10 the limitations prescribed by law and may be renewed from time to time pursuant to and Chambers in the Municipal Building of Add Service (installed other than with primary 2006. Joanna worked in Washington, within limitations prescribed by the Local Bond Law. Each of said bond anticipation notes said Township on Tuesday, September outlet and technician goes to home) $16.75 $18.45 D.C. for the American Apparel and shall be signed by the Mayor and by a financial officer and shall be under the seal of said 12, 2006 there was introduced, read for Delete Service (technician goes to home) $10.75 $15.30 Township and attested by the Township Clerk or Deputy Township Clerk. Said officers the first time, and passed on such first Trade Association in the government Add or Delete Service (subsequent to initial install and are hereby authorized to execute said notes in such form as they may adopt in conformity reading, the following ordinance: relations department. She spent the (a) customer picks up or drops off converter or with law. The power to determine any matters with respect to said notes not determined (b) addressable addition or deletion) $1.99 $1.99 AN ORDINANCE TO SUPPLE- fall semester of her junior year study- by this ordinance and also the power to sell said notes, is hereby delegated to the Chief Service interruption or Service Restoration $1.99 $1.99 MENT CHAPTER XXIV ing globalization and economic devel- Financial Officer who is hereby authorized to sell said notes either at one time or from time In Person Collection of Past Due Balance $18.60 $18.95 “HEALTH” OF THE TOWN- to time in the manner provided by law. opment in Santiago, Chile. Limited Basic Service Only Converter (Non-addressable) $0.35 $0.35 SHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Section 10. It is hereby determined and declared that the period of usefulness of said “The Peace Corps has been on my Limited Basic Service Only Converter (Addressable) $1.25 $1.10 purpose, according to its reasonable life, is a period of ten years computed from the date Purpose: To prohibit spilling, dumping, Analog or Digital Addressable Converter $4.60 $4.00 radar screen since I was a high school of said bonds. or disposal of materials other than Standard or Universal Wireless Remote Control $0.25 $0.20 student,” she said. Section 11. It is hereby determined and stated that the Supplemental Debt Statement stormwater to the municipal separate storm Digital Converter, with High Definition Television (HDTV) required by the Local Bond Law has been duly made and filed in the office of the Township sewer system (MS4) operated by the During the first three months, Joanna capabilities $10.25 $9.90 Clerk of said Township, and that such statement so filed shows that the gross debt of said Township, so as to protect public health, will live with a host family to become Cable Card No Charge $1.90 Township, as defined in Section 43 of the Local Bond Law, is increased by this ordinance safety and welfare and to prescribe penal- immersed in the country’s language by $89,500 and that the issuance of the bonds and notes authorized by this ordinance The proposed rate changes will go into effect on February 1, 2007 as permitted under ties for failure to comply. To the extent that and culture. After this, she will serve will be within all debt limitations prescribed by said Local Bond Law. the Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations. Actual rates imple- the provisions of this Ordinance shall con- Section 12. Any funds received from the County of Union, the State of New Jersey or mented may be lower than the above proposed maximum permitted rates and may be flict with the provisions of Section 24-7, the two years in her host community, liv- any of their agencies or any funds received from the United States of America or any of subject to refund with interest if not approved by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. terms hereof shall apply. This Ordinance ing at the same level as the local people. its agencies in aid of such purpose, shall be applied to the payment of the cost of such Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 14:17-6.17, notice is hereby given that Comcast’s subscribers shall have the designation of Section 24- purpose, or, if bond anticipation notes have been issued, to the payment of the bond and other members of the public may submit their views in writing to Mumtaz Bari-Brown, 7.9 of the Ordinances of the Township PUBLIC NOTICE anticipation notes, and the amount of bonds authorized for such purpose shall be Administrative Law Judge, Office of Administrative Law at the address appearing below: yard waste in the Township so as to pro- NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL reduced accordingly. tect public health, safety and welfare and Honorable Mumtaz Bari-Brown Section 13. The capital budget is hereby amended to conform with the provisions of this to prescribe penalties for failure to comply. Re: Estate of ELSIE CAUTILLO, De- Administrative Law Judge ordinance to the extent of any inconsistency therewith and the resolutions promulgated A public hearing for same will be held on ceased Office of Administrative Law by the Local Finance Board showing full detail of the amended capital budget and capital Tuesday, September 26, 2006 at 8:00 Please Take Notice that the Last Will 33 Washington Street program as approved by the Director, Division of Local Government Services, is on file p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Mu- and Testament of Elsie Cautillo who died Newark, New Jersey 07102-3011 with the Township Clerk and is available for public inspection. nicipal Building, or any time and place to 8/17/06 a resident of Union County, New Section 14. The Township intends to issue the bonds or notes to finance the cost of the Comments must be submitted within thirty (30) days of the publication of this notice or which a meeting for the further consider- Jersey, was admitted to probate on Au- improvements described in Section 1 of this bond ordinance. If the Township incurs such October 14, 2006. ation of such ordinance shall from time to gust 30, 2006 at the office of the Union costs prior to the issuance of the bonds or notes, the Township hereby states its Service Areas: Borough of Roselle Park, Borough of Roselle, Town of Westfield, City time be adjourned, and all persons inter- County Surrogate in the Union County reasonable expectation to reimburse itself for such expenditures with the proceeds of of Linden, Borough of Kenilworth, Township of Scotch Plains, Township of Cranford, ested will be given an opportunity to be Court House, Elizabeth, New Jersey. The such bonds or notes in the maximum principal amount of bonds or notes authorized by Township of Winfield Park, Borough of Fanwood, Borough of Garwood, Borough of heard concerning such ordinance. personal representative of the estate is this bond ordinance. Mountainside, Township of Woodbridge, City of Perth Amboy, Township of Clark, City of A copy of same may be obtained from Gloria Jerome. Section 15. The full faith and credit of the Township are hereby pledged to the punctual Rahway, Borough of Carteret, Borough of South River, City of East Orange, Township the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park Any and all inquiries should be directed payment of the principal of and the interest on the obligations authorized by this of Livingston, Township of West Caldwell, Township of Irvington, Town of West Orange, Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- to the attorney for the estate noted below. ordinance. Said obligations shall be direct, unlimited and general obligations of the Township of Fairfield, Borough of Verona, Township of Maplewood, Town of Harrison, tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. ATTORNEY Township, and the Township shall levy ad valorem taxes upon all the taxable real Township of Caldwell, Borough of Roseland, City of Orange, Township of Belleville, Monday through Friday by any member of Edward J. Hobbie property within the Township for the payment of the principal of and interest on such Township of Bloomfield, Township of Union, Township of Hillside, Borough of Essex the general public who wants a copy of 476 South Avenue East bonds and notes, without limitation as to rate or amount. Fells, Township of Millburn/Short Hills, City of Summit, Township of Springfield, Town- same without cost. PO Box 863 Section 16. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, September 14, 2006 Page 11 Westfield High School Announces Rennselaer Institute Honors Fourth Marking Period Honor Roll Westfield’s Ilya Sabnani WESTFIELD –Westfield High Alexander Fruchtman Kelli Sullivan Melanie Kaufhold Ted Vincett By MARYLOU MORANO of the Math Honor Society, the man- School Interim Principal Dennis Fyffe Matthew Gelmetti Liane Sullivan Valerie Keil Jason Waks Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times aging editor and a writer for Ballast, Paige Geraghty Kyle Taylor Meredith Kender Josh Wasserman announced the fourth marking period Katherine Goellner Danielle E. Tepper Erika Kettleson Sarah Weber WESTFIELD – Rennselaer Poly- the school newspaper and a member honor roll for the 2005-2006 school Matthew Gralla Lindsay Tishberg Emily Kieczykowski Jonathan Weintraub technic Institute (RPI), located in of the Environmental Club. She has year. Rachel Gray Christine Tolias Ye Seul Kim Leigh Weissman Troy, N.Y., has selected Westfield also taken part in the School’s Stu- Westfield High School recognizes Britta Greene Julia K. Valentin Elizabeth Kline Francesca Welham student Ilya Sabnani to be the recipi- dent Task Force on Minority Hiring. Peter Griesmer Brittany VanSickle Bryan Knapp Heather Welham student achievement every marking Claire Harris Melissa K. Virzi Anna Koehler Maxwell Wieder ent of the Rennselaer Medal, an honor Also, she has served as a Red Cross period at two levels: Honor Roll and Agustina Healy Lindsay Walsh Julia Korn Molly Williams that recognizes her as the best math volunteer, played piano and trained Distinguished Honor Roll. Brandon Heroux Cindy Wang Edward Langer Ayn Wisler and science student at Kent Place as a synchronized swimmer. For the classes of 2006 and 2007, a Jonathan Holt Daniela Weiner Jennifer Laspata Charles Woehr School in Summit. “The swimming taught me the dis- Alexandria Hurtt Kristian Wendel Matthew Leonard Cassandra Wright student must attain all A’s in aca- Neil Huskey Hannah Wharam Mary Kate Luker Alexander Wronski Ilya, 17, has just entered her senior cipline I need to succeed,” she said. demic subjects and no grade below a Melanie L. Jackson Caitlin Whitlock Alyssa Lund Ryan Yarusi year at Kent Place School. After In between her many activities, Ilya B in any non-academic subject for Angela Kerins Domenick Wissel Colin Mackay Caroline Yost graduation, she anticipates studying still manages to spend time with her inclusion on the Distinguished Honor Maria Kheyman Tianyou Xu Thomas Malaspina Benjamin Zakarin for a degree in either biochemical or brother, Kirk, a student at Westfield Ji Sul Kim Suzanne Yavuz Aron Zavaro Roll, or a grade of A or B on all Jaclyn Kirna Katharine Young electrical engineering. Should she High School. subjects, academic or non-academic, Robert LaForge Eric Zagorski Grade 12 decide to attend RPI, she will receive “It sounds like a lot, but I bal- for inclusion on the Honor Roll. Alison Lambert Xinyi Zhang Distinguished a scholarship of at least $60,000. ance my schedule. I have been Beginning with the class of 2008, David Ackerman Lauren Heffernan “I have been interested in science aware of time management since I Grade 10 Regular Dana Barrasso Kari L. LoBrutto Ilya Sabnani determination of inclusion on the Timothy Adamcik Danielle Infantino Justine J. Cassidy Kaitlin McGovern my whole life,” she explained. “I’ve was in middle school,” she ex- Honor Roll will be based on the fol- Jessica Anderson Christine Kandigian Abby E. Chazanow Stephen Morrison Ilya Sabnani Honor always wanted to know why the sky plained. lowing criteria: For the Distinguished Kristen L. Boersig Kristen Koepfler Lisa Chen Danielle Partenope is blue or how a VCR or car works.” As a senior at Kent Place School, Honor Roll, the GPA must be be- Laryssa Borkowsky Stephanie Korunow Raymond Chen Jason Rea Society Correction Ilya credits her scientific curiosity she will be allowed extra privileges, Jennifer Brotman Pamela Marks Alissa Eisenberg Caitlin Reilly tween 3.75 and 4.0 with no grade Emma Byer Catherine Marvin Kristina Fietkiewicz Richard Scialabba WESTFIELD – In a press release to her teachers at Kent Place, who she but it is serving as an example to the lower than a B. For the Honor Roll, Leigh Couture Michael Melillo Allison Fleder Emily Singer concerning Ilya Sabnani, it said she says fostered her interest, and her underclassman that she is looking the GPA must be between 3.5 and Julia M. Daurio Katherine Meylor Lucy Fromtling Christina Sofka was the president of the Spanish parents. Her mother, Indu Sabnani, is forward to most. 3.74 with no grade lower than a B. Alison Donohue Ravi Netravali Adam Gaskill Michael Yee Honor Society. It should have read a hematologist/oncologist at Beth Is- “I remember how I looked up to the Kerriann Dooley Gabrielle O’Leary Sarah Godfrey Samantha Zucker Grade 9 Jared Dornfeld Rachel Patterson that Ilya is the president of the Sci- rael Medical Center in Newark, and seniors when I was an underclass- Distinguished John Dugan Evan T. Porch Grade 12 Regular ence Honor Society. her father, Krishan Sabnani, holds a man,” she said. Kathryn R. Abruzzo Joseph Martoglio Brian Fabiano Carolyn Raphael Casey Ackermann Jason Kealy doctorate in electrical engineering and “Now I am looking forward to be- Stephanie M. Albright Joseph McGrath Bryan Fitzpatrick Michael Rediker Yasemin Alev Lindsay Kleiman works at Bell Labs. ing someone the underclassman can Nicole Aloupis John McGrory Vincent Fitzpatrick Bena Feiter Katharine Anderson Jaclyn Lack WF Parents Invited Elizabeth Antonelli Kathryn Millen Ashley Freudenheim Tessa Schaaf Charles Barber Emma Laird She has been a part of numerous look up to.” Paul Bai Natalie Morrison Marissa Friedman Allison E. Sharkey Rachel Barrett Jennifer Ann Lane To Math Presentations academic programs, among them in- Michelle Ball Daniel F. Morse Matthew Fritz Danielle Shoback Erin C. Beck Guglielmo Laurenzi WESTFIELD – The Westfield ternships at Bell Labs, studying New Faculty and Staff Hanna Berman Alyson Moskowitz Emily E. Fusco Deborah Siegel Miriam Becker-Cohen Rachel Leopold Board of Education invites par- Biomineralization on the cellular Jonathan Berman Kevin Murphy Rachel Ganz Rachel St. Lifer Julie Bennett Feng Liang Announced at Wardlaw Sara Birkenthal Shannon Murray William Geltzeiler Patrick Stanley Caitlyn Berkowitz Rachael Louie ents in the Westfield public schools level. In the spring of 2005, she was Max Blum Taylor Murtishaw Aidan Granstrand Joseph Vall-Llobera Jennie Berman Tyler Maccubbin to attend a Parent Academy on awarded an honorable mention by the SCOTCH PLAINS – A new roster Mallory R. Boesch Katherine Nguyen Matthew Green Alexa Vella Maurice Blackmon Caitlin Mahoney Mathematics on Tuesday, Septem- organization, Young Science Achiev- of faculty and staff for the 2006-2007 Vlad Bouchouev Elaheh Nozari Diane Hagmann Nicole Venezia Kevin Block Jonathan Maimon ber 19, at Edison Intermediate ers, for her project entitled “Altering academic year will join The Wardlaw- Sally F. Bregman Mairead O’Boyle Jessica Harmer Lauren Vidal Kyler Boyd Pamela Mattielli Salonia Henry Emily Walus George Braun Daniel McGrory School Auditorium beginning at 7 Biomineralization.” Hartridge School. Ariel Burns Robert O’Rourke Dina Congregane of Scotch Plains will Julia L. Burns K. Nicole Papadopoulos Caitlin Hewett Lauren Weiner Nicholas Brownstone Matthew Melino p.m. She has also taken part in many Shelby Carlin Evan Paulan Lauren C. Huff John Wilt Brian Burdulia Marilyn Mench There will be an overview of the college science programs and initia- join as school counselor for all grades. Charles Cary Katherine Payne David Hyslip Trevor Yee Christopher Byrne Norman Michalek Christine Cerminaro of Scotch Lisa S. Zavetz Megan Camillo Kimberly Milan K-12 Mathematics Curriculum pre- tives both in New Jersey and out –of Alexa Cassaro Jaclyn Pellicano sented by Dr. Regina Kiczek, K-12 – state, including Princeton Univer- Plains rejoins the staff as seventh and Tara Castellone William Scott Perry Grade 11 Rachel Charatan Jessica Moskowitz Matthew Catenacci Ross Pohling Jeanine Clark Kyle Murray mathematics supervisor, followed sity, Douglass College and Johns eighth grade mathematics instructor. Amanda Chang Alexander Powell Distinguished Jesse Cohn Thomas O’Brien by grade level presentations from Hopkins University. Her son, Douglas, is in the fifth grade Alexander Chartrain Edward Purcell Kaitlyn Anness Nathan Margolin Christina Collucci Giovanna Pafumi district teachers. Parents of stu- In addition, Ilya is either presently at Wardlaw-Hartridge. James Chu Thomas Purcell Sara Anthony Erin McCarthy Joseph Corea Carrie Palumbo Meredith Clark David Pusar Tiffany Cayado Georgia Mierswa Samantha Coulson Chang-Yang Park dents in the Westfield public or has been in the past, Kent Place PUBLIC NOTICE Devin Cline Philip Queller Theodore Chou Nicole Reich Stephen Cruikshank Eunice Park schools are requested to RSVP at School’s president of the Science Na- Philip Cohn Samuel Rackear Anthony Cocuzza Nathaniel Roquet Arielle Dance Sarah Patankar the curriculum department’s Par- tional Honor Society, vice president TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Alexis Constantine Ryan Ragoza Kathryn Cronen Melanie Schor Patrick Daurio Jeffrey Perrella UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY Kelly Furlong Laura Straus Christine Deserio Kara Petersen ent Academy Website at Matthew DeMasi Anne Re PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION TO BIDDERS Adria DeVita Robert Realmuto Zachary Harris Katherine Taylor Lindsey Devlin Annie Peyton www.westfieldnjk12.org/ Invitations are extended to qualified Bid- Christopher Delafuente Casey Reimlinger Kate Kovalenko Michael Verrier Gianna DiFrancesco William Picaro parentacademy. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD ders to bid for the following Project: Anthony DiIorio Christopher Rhodes Neha Limaye Samantha Vitale Monica Doss Christopher Pinheiro PLANNING BOARD Daniel Dickstein Samantha Ritter Monica Dreyer Amanda Posniak PUBLIC NOTICE EAST SECOND STREET, MILLING & Grade 11 Regular PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Jennifer Dilzell Samantha Roscigno Margaret Driscoll Kathryne Read RESURFACING, CONTRACT E2006-2 Joshua Einbinder Nicole Rosenberg Randi Ackerman Lane Maloney Jane Eilbacher Luke Ricci TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Wednesday, September 27, 2006, at 7:30 Alyssa Agresta Michael Marks P.M. in the lower level meeting room of the Major items and approximate quantities Dennis Elwell Jenna Roth Lindsay Elbaum Elizabeth Riddle LIST OF MUNICIPAL PROPERTIES Amy Altszuler Kevin Maus Fanwood Borough Hall, located at 75 North for this project are: Margaret Flannery Daniel Russo Laura Fernandez Sarah Rogers AUTHORIZED FOR PUBLIC SALE Matthew Amato Natalia Mavrogiannis Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, Zachary Friss Abigail Ryan Marykate Flannery Steven Royston PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40A:12-13(a) Milling, 2 inch Depth - 19,280 Square Kimberly Angus Patrick McCabe the Fanwood Planning Board will conduct Dan Fussman Matthew Scharpf Courtney Fox-Sherman Kelly Ann Ruhl Yards Philip Anton Claire McGale PROPERTIES a Public Hearing on the preliminary, ma- Amanda Garfinkel Joshua S. Schwartz Thomas Fringer Kristen Ryan Hot Mix Asphalt Levelling and Surface Seth Applebaum Amanda McQuade Lots 16 & 18, Block 7304 (Park Place) jor, and final site plan application of the Sophia Geskin Jeannette Sharpless Alan Futran Amy Santoriello Course - 4,425 Tons Jillian Aronson Rebecca McQuade undersigned dated August 17, 2006. Nina Godbee Christopher Sheehan John Gagliano Eric Scrudato MINIMUM BID PRICE Traffic Striping, Epoxy Resin - 19,180 Victoria Attanasio Harrison Mercado The properties involved in this applica- Kelsey Greenfield Kimberly Shoback Joshua Gerckens Benjamin Shiffman $125,000. per lot Linear Feet Aileen Grogan Melissa Shulman Stephanie Baeder Philip Micele Jeffrey Goldstein Kaitlyn Shulman tion are located at: Luke Baran Erin Moran BIDDERS SHALL TAKE NOTICE OF * 314, 324, & 328 South Avenue, also This project will be partially funded by Bridget Grogan Eriene-Heidi Sidhom Diana Goodman Lauren Sinnenberg Daniel Bellovin Katherine Morgan THE FOLLOWING: known as Block 91, Lots 3, 4, & 5 the New Jersey Department of Transpor- Eric L. Hagstrom Amanda Simmons Andrea Gordon Kathleen Solan Tara Handza Marisa Stotter Joshua Bornstein Christine Mruz Kaitlin Gorman Jeffrey Thomashow 1. The Township Council of the Town- * 295 & 313 South Avenue, also known tation, Bureau of Local Aid. Jessica Harris Maxwell Sugarman Eric Brandman Caitlin Murphy Erica R. Greene Alan Tso ship of Scotch Plains has determined that as Block 66, Lots 6 & 9 Bids will be accepted only by mail or in Emily Bregman Stephanie Musat the real property known as Block 7304, The properties are owned as follows: person to the Office of the Township Clerk, Nina Helfman Lauren Sullivan Amanda H. Gross Rachel Barrie Tucker Beth Budnick Natalie Narotzky Lots 16 and 18 on the Tax Map of the * 295 South Avenue by C.A. Fanwood Scotch Plains Municipal Building, 430 Michael Irving Marguerite Sulmont Ryan Gundrum Ralph Turlington Gabrielle Jakub Ravi Tamboli Meg Buttrick Jesse Natale Ben Harel Jennifer Urciuoli Township of Scotch Plains, also known as Holdings, LLC d/b/a Chelsea Senior Liv- Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey Jessica Cain Rachel Newberg Park Place (the “Properties”) is not needed ing and The Chelsea at Fanwood (the 07076 (ATTN: Barbara Riepe, Township Sneha Seel Kakileti Dean Thompson David Hennessey Mary Walsh Ross Kettleson Michael Tormey Andrew Cantor Julienne Niemiera Jessica Heo Jacqueline Wendel for public use and appears to conform to “Chelsea”) Clerk) until 10:00 a.m. on September 25, Kathryn Kiefer Patrick Tresnan Scott Cantor Ashley O’Brian Meaghan Higgins Tyler Whitlock the zoning ordinances of the Township of * 313 & 324 South Avenue by The 313 2006. The Township of Scotch Plains Robert Cariste Kimberly O’Donnell-Pickert Scotch Plains. South Avenue Condominium Association, (hereinafter “Township”) shall not be re- Hsiao-Ting Ko Ross Tucker Jillian Hobson Kevin Wicks Rachel Kreutzer Douglas Velasco Patrina Caruana Roberto Olivares Katherine Itz Jeremy P. Wolf 2. The Properties are hereby offered for Inc. and Fanwood Plaza Partners, LLC sponsible for any bid mailed which is lost Charles W. Laird Nicholas Vicinio Brian Checchio Kevin O’Rourke Erik Jacobsen Brian T. Yee public sale pursuant to the Local Lands (“Fanwood Plaza”) in transit or delivered late by the Postal Chloe Cherin Caitlyn Oster and Building Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:12-13 (a). * 314 & 328 South Avenue by Fanwood Service or other delivery service. At the Christopher Latimer Charisse Villa Matthew R. Kamel Julie Ann Zenarosa Jenna Leopold Stephanie Wang Justin Chu Desirae Ott Noelle Kandigian Yuchen Zhang The Township Council has set a minimum Plaza Partners, LLC above time, the bids will be publicly opened Alice Li Jennifer Weidman Kristina Cofone Thomas Parkinson Alexander Kao Yue Zhu acceptable bid price of $125,000. per lot The Applicants request the Planning and read aloud. All bids must be pre- Catherine Cordeiro Ojus Patil for the aforesaid properties. Board to accept the testimony of the Appli- sented in sealed envelopes, clearly marked Jason Lipschutz Amy Weiss Alex Zierler Dan Liu Andrew Weiss G. Peter Cornell Sarah Pecker 3. The open public auction for the prop- cants’ witnesses based on the prior hear- “Bid for EAST SECOND STREET, MILL- Justin Lo George Sharam Tracy Dalton Joseph Penczak PUBLIC NOTICE erties shall occur in the Council Chambers ing and the minutes of the meetings held ING & RESURFACING, CONTRACT Tara Daly Courtney Phillips of the Municipal Building, 430 Park Av- on December 21, 2005, January 17, 2006, E2006-2, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Amanda Lojo Sean Wicks TOWN OF WESTFIELD Maria Lomaka Alan D. Workman Jennifer Danielsson Tara Picaro enue, Scotch Plains, at 7:00 p.m. on Sep- February 22, 2006, March 20, 2006, May Plains, New Jersey 07076”. No bid will be Allison Lowenstein Kyle H. Wright Brian Davidson Olivia Pomann Public Notice is hereby given that the tember 19, 2006, such date being no ear- 24, 2006 and June 28, 2006. received after the time and date specified. Seth Davidson Catherine Porta lier than seven (7) days following the ad- The Applicants request the Planning After receipt of bids, no bid may be Erin Lukowiak Kevin Yang ordinances as follows were passed and Amber Marie Lutey Julianne C. Yee Connor Davis Brittany Pryor adopted by the Town Council of the Town vertisement herein required, at not less Board to determine that the defense of res withdrawn within sixty (60) days after the Catherine Maguire Danielle Zamarelli Nicole Di Benedetto Colleen Psomas of Westfield at a special meeting thereof than the minimum acceptable bid price of judicata does not apply because the Appli- date of the bid opening except if provided Ezra Margolin Tara Zierler Amanda Diaz Shanna Quackenbush held on September 5, 2006. $125,000 per lot. Except as otherwise cants’ application contains substantial for herein. The bid of any Bidder who Andrew Marra Steven Zilberberg Kristen Dilzell Sarah Queller Claire J. Gray provided herein or by law, and subject to changes from the prior application, includ- consents to an extension may be held for Ashley Dunnan Evan Ralph Town Clerk right of the Township Council to accept or ing a 20 feet x 82 feet fire lane and a shift consideration for a longer period of time as Grade 9 Regular Aaron Eisenberg Stephanie Raphael reject the bid(s) received, the properties of the Goddard School building both to the may be agreed upon between Bidder and Thomas Adriaens Kelsey Lee Casey Elkoury Daniella Regencia GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1882 shall be sold to the highest qualified bid- East and North. the Township. David C. Babetski Elizabeth Lisooey Samaa El-Sherbeini Jessica Riegel AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND der. The Township Council reserves the The applicants propose two new build- All bids must be on the bid forms pro- Trevor Barnes Gregory Luppescu Kate Fallon Peter Rucinsky THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF right to reconsider the sale. Once bidding ings on the three lots known as Block 91, vided by the Township of Scotch Plains in Kimberly Berke Taylor Manetti Elizabeth Falzon George Russo WESTFIELD TO CREATE THE has been completed, the highest qualified Lots 3, 4, & 5: the Bid Package. Plans and specifications Tessa Bohman Cyndil Matthew Rachael Feeney Amanda Sabino POSITION OF TOWN PLAN- bidder, as designated by the Municipal * for a child care center (The Goddard for this work may be examined at the NER WITHIN THE DEPART- Nicholas Breza Nicholas Mavrogiannis Lauren Finestein Ryan Salmon Manager, shall within five (5) days submit School) at 314 South Avenue and Office of the Township Engineer, Munici- Jillian Brinberg Antonino Mendoza Andrew Ford Lindsey Sauerwein MENT OF PUBLIC WORKS, cash or certified check in the amount of * a branch bank (The Town Bank) at 328 pal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Amy E. Brown Charlotte Morabito Alexander Forstenhausler Elizabeth Scanlon DIVISION OF BUILDING IN- 10% of his/her bid price, and shall simulta- South Avenue Plains, New Jersey, during business hours, Erin E. Cahill Matthew Moraga Claire Fox Laura Schwab SPECTION neously execute an offer to purchase at Both buildings will be on one lot (consoli- 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., beginning Septem- Martha Cain Matthew Morgan Joshua Friedman Ian Schwartz GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1883 the bid price, which offer shall include the dated from three lots) because the build- ber 14, 2006, and purchased for a $25.00 Jack T. Camillo Anna Morton Sheri Friedman William Schwartz AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND terms and conditions specified herein. Said ings will be leased and the applicants will non-refundable fee. Jane E. Cederroth Thomas J. Mruz Jason Frost Jonathan Sheflin GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. offer shall be irrevocable for thirty (30) control the shared facilities. Even though Bid proposals and all required docu- Kristina Chabrier Julia Murphy J. Brendan Galligan Julie Shelman 1849 ENTITLED “AN ORDI- days from the date of the public sale. the proposed uses are permitted uses this ments must be completed and submitted Panos Chantzis Elizabeth Odermatt Angelina Garneva Marlena Sheridan NANCE TO AMEND THE Failure to comply with any of these re- requires a use variance for two principal by the date as set forth above. All docu- Benjamin Colvin Kiran Patankar Sarah Garry Daniel Shorrock CODE OF THE TOWN OF quirements or to close on or before, Octo- structures on one lot. ments in the enclosed Bid Package must Brittany Cortinhal Andrea Petrarca Kyle Gibbons Allison Simon WESTFIELD CHAPTER 2, ber 19, 2006, shall entitle the Township of No changes are proposed for the exist- accompany the bid proposal. Additionally, Anthony DePaolo Keri-Faith Pringle Lindsay Goldberg Hope Skibitsky “ADMINISTRATION,” AR- Scotch Plains to rescind its prior bid ap- ing buildings at 295 South Avenue (The a certified check, cashier’s check or bid Nicholas Dougert Eric H. Rachman Andrew Goldman Jenna Skoller TICLE II, TOWN OFFICERS proval, terminate any and all rights of the Chelsea) and 313 South Avenue (Fanwood bond issued by a responsible bank, trust Mark Fischetti Philip Ramos Marissa Goldner Leanne Skorge AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION designated bidder in said properties and Plaza). The buildings and the uses of the company or insurance company, payable Michael P. Foley Hannah Rubin Ilene Goodman Brendan Smith 3, PERSONNEL POSITIONS retain all monies heretofore deposited. buildings will remain the same. The appli- to the Township of Scotch Plains shall be Shannon Foley Rosa Salazar Campana Alyson Guerriero Bryan Smith AND SALARY SCHEDULE,” 4. Title to the Properties shall be con- cants propose to amend the 1988 joint submitted with each bid as a guaranty that Danielle Gillyard Jacob Shiffman William Harbaugh Darrell Smith SEC. 2-12.28, “SCHEDULE.” veyed by Bargain and Sale Deed, with parking easement agreement for the two if a contract is awarded the Bidder shall Alexandra Gockel Matthew Stroup Matthew Harris Jacqueline Snyder 1 T - 9/14/06, The Leader Fee: $27.54 Covenants Against Grantor Acts, the Prop- properties. This requires an amendment execute said Contract. The Bid Security Ryan Gradel Kimberly Townsend Ying He Jesse Solomon erties to be described by Lot and Block of the existing approved site plans for the shall be in the amount of ten percent (10%) Christopher Graf Alexandra Tunis Jonathan Helfand Katherine Steenberg PUBLIC NOTICE designation on the Scotch Plains Town- two properties and the approval of the of the total amount of the bid or Twenty- Robert Granstrand Alexa Vandetti Michael Henry Jamie Steiner ship Tax Map, or such other description Fanwood Planning Board. Thousand Dollars ($20,000.00), which- Matthew Isabella Sarah Vincett Maureen Hughes Caroline Steller TOWN OF WESTFIELD furnished by the purchaser and accept- The parking for all of the properties will ever is lower. All bid Security, except the Cristina Insinga Jack Sternal able to the Township. The balance of the be interrelated by an easement agree- Bid Security of the three (3) apparent Jennifer Jean-Louis Andrew Wenta INVITATION TO RE-BID Melinda Jimenez Peter M. Williams Jin Hee Jang Jacob Stevens-Haas payment shall be made at the time of ment for: lowest responsible Bidders shall, if re- Matthew Karnofsky Christopher Yeager Alexandra Jenkins Virginia Stroup SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE- closing by cash or certified check for the * the adjoining properties located at 295 quested in writing, be returned after ten Samuel Kaufman Joseph Yoo Phillip John Satya Tagat CEIVED BY THE TOWN CLERK OF THE full amount of the accepted bid price plus South Avenue (The Chelsea) and 313 (10) days from the opening of the bids Julia S. Knaus Henry Zhang Daniel Johnson James Thayer TOWN OF WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY, recording costs and costs for a survey South Avenue (Fanwood Plaza), and (Sundays and holiday excepted) and the Ethan S. Krell Jordyn Zucker Madeline Joyce Julie Tiedrich ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 and/or title search of the Properties, if such * the merged properties located at 314, bids of such Bidders shall be considered Jacob Lang Daniel Kahaner Andrea Turitz AT 10:00 A.M. PREVAILING TIME AT survey and/or title search are necessary. 324 & 328 South Avenue for the Goddard withdrawn. Christopher Kalis William Uhr THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 425 EAST 5. The Properties are sold in an “as is” School, The Town Bank, and Fanwood The Township reserves the right to re- Grade 10 Edward Kane Alex Vanarelli BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW condition. No representations are made Plaza. ject any or all bids, and to waive immaterial Distinguished Gillian Kape Nicole Vendetti JERSEY FOR as to the condition of the Properties, and The applicants propose a tree replace- informalities, or to accept any bid which, in Anya Kaplan Michael Venezia no representations are made as to the ment plan. the opinion of the Township of Scotch Malcolm Allen Cathrine Levandowski THE RENTAL OF EQUIP- dimension or description of the Properties The applicants will seek relief as to: Plains, will be in the best interest of the Alexandra Annis Toni L. Ma MENT USED IN THE COLLEC- PUBLIC NOTICE herein. All descriptions furnished are only * a bulk variance for the minimum rear Township all in accordance with the New Marlee Austin Benjamin Maimon TION OF LEAVES FROM THE furnished for the convenience of prospec- yard buffer (10 feet required, 5 feet pro- Jersey Local Public Contracts Law Erin M. Bange Jeffrey Manders TOWN OF WESTFIELD STREETS, WALKWAYS, AND tive purchasers. posed) between the parking lot for N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq. In the event of Jeremy Bender Daniel Markowski ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL PARKING LOTS IN THE 6. The sale shall be subject to any and Children’s Specialized Hospital and the an equal or tie bid, the Township shall Claire F. Bennett Michael Mathews TOWN OF WESTFIELD. Danielle Bercovicz Gillian McGovern TAKE NOTICE that application has been all easements, rights-of-ways, covenants, proposed child care facility at 314 South award the bid to the Bidder which, in the Andrew Betancourt Rebecca McNulty made to the Township Council of the Town THE EQUIPMENT TO BE RENTED ON conditions and restrictions of record and to Avenue Township’s sole discretion, best serves Matthew Blutfield Pratik M. Mehta of Westfield, 425 East Broad Street, AN HOURLY BASIS WITHOUT OPERA- such state of facts as an accurate survey * a shared parking plan that involves all the interest of the Township. The Town- Lauren Brachman Kimberly Morawski Westfield, New Jersey 07090 to transfer to TOR IS A 3 CUBIC YARD CAPACITY may disclose. The sale shall be further 5 properties listed above and any variance ship also reserves the right to reject any Kelsi Browning Marissa Mumford Ferraro’s Restaurant Group, LLC, a New STREET SWEEPER. subject to zoning and other municipal ordi- arising from the shared parking plan and all bids if sufficient funds are not Nina Brownstone Haley A. Mustard Jersey limited liability company trading as PROPOSALS MUST BE IN WRITING nances and applicable state, municipal, * design waivers for the height of the available and/or appropriated. The se- Caitlin C. Burke Gregory Nelson Ferraro’s Restaurant, for premises located AT THE PLACE AND BEFORE THE county, federal or other statutory provi- “Fanwood” light fixtures, buffers, protec- lected Bidder, will, within seven (7) days of Andrew Calvaruso Christina Obiajulu at 6-20 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey HOUR MENTIONED ABOVE, AND MUST sions. The conditions as aforesaid shall be tion of existing vegetation, and maximum award of the bid, enter into an appropriate Jessica A. Campo Aditi Parekh 07090, the Plenary Retail Consumption BE ACCOMPANIED BY A CERTIFIED incorporated in the deed of conveyance of illumination level at the property line. contact with the Township. Samantha D. Chu Corrine Parkinson License No. 2020-33-025-005, heretofore CHECK, OR BID BOND, MADE PAY- the Properties and be deemed to be cov- The applicants will also seek such other All Bidders must comply with N.J.S.A. 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The Township of available for public inspection during nor- plicable. Kyle E. Cortley Crista M. Ricci The persons who will hold an interest in BIDDERS MUST BE IN COMPLIANCE Scotch Plains makes no warranties of title mal business hours (Tuesday - Thursday, All Bidders must be registered with the Lauren Couture Meredith Rivera this license are: WITH ALL PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER either implied or express. The Township of 9 AM - 2 PM) from the Secretary of the New Jersey Department of Labor to en- Emily K. Cozzi Katherine Roberts Maria Murray, 947 Sedgewick Court, 127 PL 1975, SUPPLEMENT TO THE Scotch Plains shall be held harmless from Planning Board at the Administration Of- gage in public work as defined in the Barbara D’Agosto Stephanie Rowe Westfield, New Jersey 07090 LAW AGAINST DISCRIMINATION (AF- any damages, claims and/or causes of fice of the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North requirements listed under N.J.S.A. 34:11- Joshua David Kirk K. 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Eisenberg Kevin Shallcross Westfield, New Jersey 07090 WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY. 7. The Township Clerk is hereby di- Applicants: shall be paid to all workers on the job as Josefine Eriksson Elizabeth Shannon Objections, if any, should be made im- THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL RE- rected to file with the Director of the Divi- The 313 South Avenue per N.J.A.C. 34:11-56, 25 et seq. Apostolos Evangelidis Jessica Sheft-Ason mediately in writing to Clair J. Gray, Town SERVE THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY sion of Local Government Services in the Condominium Association, Inc. BY ORDER OF THE TOWNSHIP OF John F. Falzon Megan R. Sherman Clerk, Town of Westfield, 425 East Broad AND ALL BIDS AND TO WAIVE ANY Department of Community Affairs sworn Fanwood Plaza Partners, LLC SCOTCH PLAINS OF THE COUNTY OF Matthew Feniger Anna Smith Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090. INFORMALITY, IF IN THE INTEREST OF affidavits verifying the publication of ad- Attorney for Applicants: UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY. Renee Ferio Melissa Souto Ferraro’s Restaurant Group, LLC THE TOWN, IT IS DEEMED ADVISABLE vertisement as herein required. Robert H. Kraus, Esq. Thomas Atkins Cornelius Fitzpatrick Vincent Spinelli 14 Elm Street TO DO SO. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Leib, Kraus, Grispin & Roth Municipal Manager Lauren Frankfort Daniel Strauss Westfield, New Jersey 07090 KENNETH B. MARSH BARBARA RIEPE 328 Park Avenue, PO Box 310 Barbara Riepe Christopher Franks Alannah Suchomel 2 T - 9/14/06 & TOWN ENGINEER Township Clerk Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076-0310 Township Clerk Evan Friedman Jacqueline Sull 9/21/06, The Leader Fee: $62.22 1 T - 9/14/06, The Leader Fee: $42.33 2 T - 9/7 & 9/14/06, Times Fee: $188.70 1 T - 9/14/06, The Times Fee: $97.41 1 T - 9/14/06, The Times Fee: $100.47 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday,September 14, 2006 Page 13

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Ninth Annual YARUSI SCORES 2 TDs, SIMMONS RECOVERS FUMBLE All-Corbin Team: The All-Corbin Team is dedi- cated to the Adult Softball Leagues, Blue Devils Come Up Short, American Legion Baseball League and Youth Baseball Leagues. The selections are based entirely on neat looking plays, fan participation and Tiger Gridders Hold on, 20-14 interesting poses. By DAVID B. CORBIN a great fullback. You are going to hear recovered a fumble that set up a Blue 1. St. Everything – Al Betau (St. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times about him.” Devil TD. Harbaugh had 14 tackles Bart’s Oldtimers League). One final attempt at pulling out a The Blue Devils totaled 141 yards and linebacker Scott Newman re- 2. Best Bunt – Jake Harris possible 21-20 upset victory ended at rushing and quarterback Tom Bonard corded 12. Peter Antonelli recorded (Westfield White Youth League). the Tigers’ six-yard line when Blue completed three of 12 pass attempts three open-field tackles. 3. Best Swing and Miss– Ed Novy Devil Mike Henry was forced out of for 47 yards. Running back Ryan The Blue Devils’ offense looked sharp (Delasal – Scotch Plains League) bounds after a 31-yard pass comple- Yarusi (14 carries, 40 yards) scored during their first drive to pay dirt, which 4. Best Contact – James Brucia tion, which preserved a 20-14 victory both TDs with respective runs of 11 consisted of 72 yards on nine plays, (Westfield Blue 9s Youth League). for the Linden High School football yards and three yards. Halfback ending with Yarusi’s 11-yard burst 5. Best Lack of Contact – Neil team over Westfield at Gary Kehler George Cornell gained 81 yards on through the middle of the Tigers’ de- LeStrange (St. Bart’s League). Stadium in Westfield on September 9. 17 carries, including a 31-yard gallop fense with 1:42 left in the first quarter. 6. Most Intense Swing – Bobby David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Blue Devils’ defense played on the Blue Devils’ first TD drive. Bonard nailed the point after. Clark (Union County 50+ League). GETTING IN SHAPE…The 90-strong Blue Devil boys cross-country team under sharply throughout most of the game End John Dugan and linebacker Early in the second quarter, the 7. Best Ground Ball – Dan the guidance of Head Coach Jack Martin prepares for the competition ahead. but they were stung twice with touch- Will Harbaugh recorded sacks of Ti- Tigers had the ball on their own 25. DoCampo (Westfield Youth 9s down (TD) runs of 75 yards by John ger quarterback Jerry Jones. Junior Miller rolled left, got a great block Baseball). TOP BOYS HAD PRODUCTIVE SUMMER Miller (8 rushes, 79 yards) and 70 John DiIorio recovered a fumble just and rumbled 75 yards for the TD to tie 8. Best Putout at Home – Brian yards by talented fullback George before halftime and Tyrell Simmons CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 Githens (Westfield 11s Baseball). Beese (14 rushes, 101 yards). The 9. Best Straight Forward Pitch – Tigers totaled 179 yards rushing on 31 Bobby Swisher (Fanwood League). Blue Devils Have Huge, plays and quarterback Jerry Jones com- 10. Best Youth Slide – Ian Johnston pleted three of 10 passes for 41 yards. (Scotch Plains-Fanwood Youth “They popped a couple of big ones. Baseball Association) We were there! That’s just part of the 11. Best Adult League Fans – St. Young Boys X-C Team growing process. Big plays have hurt Bart’s during All-Star Game us and it hurt us again today but they 12. Best Collision at Third – Gabe By DAVID B. CORBIN pretty solid. Most of these kids had a are getting smaller and smaller, less Perez and Dan Samila (Scotch Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times pretty good track season so I am an- and less per game,” said Blue Devil Plains Softball League) There may be no superstars like CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Head Coach Jim DeSarno. “They have 13. Best Base Runner – Zach Jeff Perrella, who graduated last Lipshitz (Scotch Plains-Fanwood spring, but the 90-strong Westfield Youth 9s Baseball). High School boys cross-country team 14. Best Veteran Pitcher – Pete had a productive summer and expect Lima (Fanwood Old Men’s Soft- to be competitive once again. TWO STELLAR AGENTS ball Association). “All the top guys did a lot of miles 15. Wildest Windup – Brett Ryan this summer. They are ready to per- (Westfield Blue Youth Baseball). form. You don’t see many Jeff Representing the Burgdorff Philosophy of 16. Best Scoop at First – Anthony Perrellas coming through the grove Della Sala (Scotch Plains League). but we will be a pretty solid team, a “Anticipating the needs of our clients 17. Best Stretch at First – Steve little different in that we have better and exceeding their expectations... every time.” Brainard (Scotch Plains League). balance and more depth through the 18. Most Hideous Hat – Marty top 10,” said Blue Devil Head Coach Marks (St. Bart’s League). Jack Martin. 19. Best Brother Act – Luke & Last year, the Blue Devil boys won Lou Cerchio (Fanwood Old Men’s the Union County (UC) and the Softball Association). Watchung Conference (WC) meets, 20. Most Well-Fed Fans – dethroning rival Cranford and edging Westfield 9s Youth League). Scotch Plains-Fanwood. In both 21. Most Misunderstood – Al cases, Perrella captured the individual Betau (Fanwood Old Men’s Soft- title but several Blue Devils placed in ball Association). the top 15. Most of those top runners, 22. Most Mud in Slide – Pat however, have graduated but coach Grace Figueredo Mary Ellen O’Boyle Luongo (St. Bart’s League) Martin expects good performances Sales Associate Sales Associate 23. Best Look for a Call – Joe from several of his runners, espe- 908-233-6716 908-233-5347 DeRosa with Bruce Evans (St. cially juniors Evan Friedman and Alex [email protected] [email protected] Bart’s Oldtimers). Tarlow. 24. Most Dust Plowed Up – Neil “Last year, the top seven were Extraordinary Agents. Dramatic Results. Kauffman (Scotch Plains League) mostly seniors. This year, as far as 25. Best Wild Goose Chaser – varsity, they are mostly untested, al- Frank Chupko (St. Bart’s League). WESTFIELD OFFICE though Evan Friedman had our sec- 600 North Ave. West • Westfield, NJ 07090 26. Most Improved – The notori- ond-best time at Holmdel Park (state ous 2006 St. Bart’s Hecklers 908-233-0065 meet). He’s solid and Alex Tarlow’s Owned and Operated By NRT Incorporated. Page 14 Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Devil’s Den The Devils’ Den Raiders May Have Good WHS, SPF Soccer Teams Punch in Boys/Girls X-C Get to Share ‘Mth’ Game By DAVID B. CORBIN “We should be strong up front, but Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times By BRUCE JOHNSON Has Returned depth and staying injury-free may Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Numbers have been a concern for cause us some problems. Veeck is the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High running cross-country for the first If you grew up in Westfield, Scotch ing country clubbers, get to 700 wins standing. Consider a couple of num- the snapper on punts and was the first School boys and girls cross-country time after running 5:14.06 for the Plains or Fanwood, then Monday will (it needs 13) before Scotch Plains, bers: man downfield every time Saturday. teams for many years. This year, the 1600 this past spring. She has a phe- be an historic occasion. That after- with its nearly equal manly men, gets 3: that’s the number of first downs His “one-on-ones” against the Raiders have the same concerns but, nomenal work ethic and should turn a noon, when the boys and girls soccer to 300 (it needs 19)? Linden got in the entire game (WHS conference’s many outstanding kick despite the small numbers, they could lot of heads this fall. Her debut road teams meet, they will be the 999th RIVALRY LEAGUE had nine), and all three came on one returners should make for fun watch- be able to deliver some punch with race 5K was faster than I have ever and 1,000th varsity athletic contests While Scotch Plains is easily the drive late in the first half. ing. He had three nice stops against several fine runners. had a girl run one, and that was her between the two archrivals. Both biggest rival for WHS, there are some 84 to 2: that’s the yardage differen- Linden. Interestingly, Antonelli is the The Raider boys had a good team first time trying a race that long,” said games are scheduled for a 4 p.m. other mini-rivalries, like Union in tial in the fourth quarter, and WHS holder on PATs and field goals, with last year and finished a close second Koegel. “Valdes ran 19:55 on the dual start, so it’s tough to figure which will football and baseball, Plainfield (on had the 84. those snapping duties handled by to the Blue Devils for the Watchung meet course at Warinanco last year, be No. 1,000. Thanksgiving Day only) and Cranford 30 for 41: take away those two long sophomore Matt Marcus. Conference (WC) title. They also fin- and should be able to get well under (If this was the NFL Championship in quite a few sports, almost on a touchdown runs (which, obviously, OUT-OF-STATE UPDATE ished third in the Union County (UC) that. Harley is a very hard worker as Game, we could call it WHS-SPF M.) rivalry par with SPF. But the Watchung can’t be done now) and that’s how My mighty Massillon (Ohio) Ti- meet. Senior Adam Biner is expected well. She missed the spring season WHS has been in existence since Conference’s additions (Kearny, many carries (30) for how many yards gers, coming off a big 59-7 win over to be the pack leader with juniors Dan with a stress fracture, but had been the late 1890s, actually splitting the Irvington, Shabazz, East Side) over (41) Linden had the rest of the game. Woodson of Washington, D.C. (which Sapienza, Pat Doliber, Mike Ragan, running very well before that. She Scotch Plains “talent” with Plainfield the years are significantly less condu- Veteran Will Harbaugh (14 tack- had beaten the West Virginia AAA Greg Bencivengo and AJ Horowitz, has been returning to form, and once until 1926, when Scotch Plains High cive to big-time rivalries than its sub- les) and newcomer Scott Newman champion in its opener), were jolted sophomore Martin Sweeney and she gets back into the flow of racing, School was built (now Park Interme- tractions (A.L. Johnson, Rahway, (12) handled themselves well against by Cincinnati Moeller 48-14! Moeller freshmen Bobby Evans and Brian she should make an impact for us as diate School). In the early 1960s it Summit, Governor Livingston, Day- the huge Linden line. The front four is coached by former Notre Dame Walsh making up the remainder of well. We could have one of the best 1- became Scotch Plains-Fanwood, ton Regional and now Cranford). of John Dugan, Santo Nardi, Ryan (and Moeller) star Bob Crable. the top runners. 2-3 combinations in the county. Westfield joined the Watchung Con- High school sports should be all Scanlon and Tyrell Simmons (with Massillon made it easy with five “This will be the best boys’ team I Hoynes-O’Connor and the Carows ference and — presto — a rivalry that about local rivalries, local bragging John DiIorio in relief) more than held touchdown-producing turnovers and have had in a few years. Their sum- all have varsity experience in cross- had only had occasional games over rights. Not Division 1 athletes pro- its own, despite giving up about 30 allowing a punt return for a score. mer training was pretty good, which country and track. I look to them to the previous 30-plus years became as duced. Not athletic scholarships pounds per man. Other than two silly And my Neshaminy (Pa.) Redskins it really has not been in the past few fill the next three positions. After intense as anything anywhere in New earned. And certainly not just about offsides penalties, Simmons looked rebounded from a tough opening loss years. Right now, we have nine boys that, things are up in the air.” Jersey. football power points. But it’s not particularly strong at his position, to St. Joseph’s Prep (yes, the same competing for the top seven spots. The Raiders opened with Linden Last year’s WHS-SPF competition easy to have those rivalries when the after two years as a starting inside team that had Don Bosco Prep on the Biner, who ran 4:27 for 1600 this on September 12 and will compete saw the Blue Devils win 16, lose 12 team you’re playing is from another linebacker. ropes last Friday) to handle Arch- spring, should be our top runner. against Kearny and Elizabeth on Tues- and tie once against the Raiders, for a county and/or another area code, just Outside backers Joe Vall-Llobera bishop Ryan of Philly 27-7. Sapienza has improved greatly, al- day, September 19. 57.1 winning percentage. That’s a because your league was set up to and Ryan Yarusi (with Jack Meagher Rumor has it that Don Bosco is ready running 17:07 on a certified 5K great year for SPF (42.9 winning per- ensure good scheduling for football in solid relief) did what they were playing Centerville in this weekend’s course. His difference came in mak- centage), which has won just 29 per- power points. supposed to do, and the secondary of Ohio vs. the USA Challenge because ing a year-round commitment to run- Devils Have Huge cent of the 997 contests during the It’s too bad schools can’t go back to Mike Henry, Eddie Simmons and Kirk Herbstriet, the man behind the ning. Doliber has dropped his times 77-year rivalry. Here’s the breakdown: county conferences, and simply divvy Sean Ferro allowed just three comple- idea, is a Centerville graduate. Obvi- quite a bit as well. Ragan, Evans and Boys X-C Team Boys: WHS 433 wins, 185 losses, the divisions up by school size. It tions to heralded QB Jared Jones. ously, he doesn’t read the nj.com/ Walsh are all new to the team, but are 20 ties. wouldn’t be as difficult to do as some Ferro and Simmons both had near- hssports/football forum and know that already making an impact,” said CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Girls: WHS 254 wins, 96 losses, 9 would have you believe. And I, for interceptions. nobody in the country can compare Raider Head Coach Jeff Koegel. ticipating that they will fill in nicely ties. one, would love a football schedule It was about all first-year coach with Bosco, which to me will always The girls could barely field seven as the season progresses,” said Mar- Combined: WHS 687 wins, 281 that went, in no particular order, New Jim DeSarno could’ve hoped for, other be nothing more than a chocolate runners last year but junior Cassy tin. “I think we have a pretty good losses, 29 ties. Providence, Plainfield, Summit, Gov- than a victory, of course. (His former drink to mix with milk. Valdes left her mark by finishing a chance in both of them (UC and WC) Combined winning %: WHS 71.0, ernor Livingston, Union, A.L. team, Kinnelon, posted a 35-7 win BACK TO NO. 2 strong second in the WC race with a and we will see how far we can go at SPF 29.0. Johnson, Rahway, Cranford and over Glen Ridge on Friday night.) With 541 victories, it appears WHS time of 19:55 (second on the all-time the state level. As the season How about this further breakdown Scotch Plains-Fanwood (OK, maybe “It felt good out there,” Harbaugh might be back at No. 2 on New Jersey’s Raider list on the course) and sixth in progresses, I hope we will have some- of the boys sports, into “manly man” that could be my order of preference.) said later. “I thought we played really all-time winningest teams. Accord- the UC race. With sophomore track thing nice to say.” for football, soccer, basketball, wres- FOOTBALL UPDATE well. I can’t wait for Cranford.” ing to the preseason football guide in star Brittney Veeck, a newcomer to Senior team captains Brent Souders tling, bowling and baseball; “country Just like there is “no crying in base- This team is going to be pretty the Courier-Post of Cherry Hill, At- cross-country, and added strength and Matt Harris, along with juniors club” for golf, swimming, tennis and ball,” there are no “moral victories” good (and not just because they’ve lantic City and Paulsboro came into with seniors Allie Hoynes-O’Connor Neil Fitzpatrick, Tianyou Xu, Dave track/cross country. Westfield leads in the real world. But you’d have to be gone back to wearing white socks). this season with 537 and 536 victo- and Samantha Carow, junior Cathy Hyslip, Brendan Berkowitz and Chris in both, but the breakdown is interest- an awfully negative person to not There’s enough depth of talent that ries, respectively. Each won their Harley and sophomore Emily Carow, Miller are also expected to be the ing: have been impressed with the perfor- only a couple guys go full-time both opener but that would make WHS the Raiders should be able to turn in Blue Devils’ top runners. Manly man: WHS 242 wins, 144 mance of the WHS football team in ways (Harbaugh, Yarusi and Nardi second, behind only Phillipsburg. some fine times. Along with coach Martin, Souders, losses, 18 ties; 62.7 winning percent- Saturday’s 20-14 loss to a Linden were the only ones on Saturday, Speaking of P’burg, how sweet Harris and senior team captain Logan age. team many consider the top team in though Ferro was in quite often at was it to see the Stateliners knock Knisley have the challenge of mold- Country club: WHS 106 wins, 23 the Watchung Conference. split end), and that can be a strength. off Bergen Catholic, 28-27, in over- Reading is Good For You ing the mass of 90 runners into a losses; 82.2 winning percentage. The offense struggled at times, but This defense is going to put up some time last Saturday? The only thing smooth running machine. Will WHS, led by its ascot-wear- George Cornell rambled for 84 tough goose eggs. Even against a very tough not sweet about it was the fact that “It’s a challenge but most of the yards and Ryan Yarusi scored twice schedule, it is that good. not one other New Jersey public kids are pretty dedicated. It’s not like and Tommy Bonard is like having Tomorrow night it’s off to Cranford, school responded when BC and you have kids who are just out there Blue Devils/SPF Meet Doug Flutie at quarterback, always which lost its opener to Rahway. It Montvale St. Joseph and Don Bosco to be out there. You have to do the In Girls Tennis Match the potential for an exciting play. And will be interesting to see how many looked for opponents to fill out their same workout as everyone else. So it A strong Westfield High School the big offensive line, though dwarfed Blue and White fans stay with the schedule. But that’s why P’burg is works out to make them feel a part of girls tennis team will host a highly by an even bigger Linden defensive team and make the 10-minute trip to P’burg, and everybody else isn’t. the team,” said Martin. improved Scotch Plains-Fanwood front, did a more-than-decent job, support their team. Hopefully it’ll be No guts, no glory. The Blue Devils opened against squad today at Tamaques Park in although the pass blocking will have enough to match the noise on The Devil’s Den appears Thursday Kearny at Hub Stine Field in Plainfield Westfield today, September 14, at to get better. Cranford’s side. in The Westfield Leader during the on September 12 and will compete at 4 p.m. An exciting showdown is And the defense — outside of two P.S. One fun thing to check out is scholastic season. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN plate for the Steves, going 3-for-3, with bottom of the inning. Berra yanked an Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times a triple, two runs scored and an RBI. RBI single in the fourth and Luke’s St. As he had predicted all season, Don Rowbotham had an RBI single Onge smacked his RBI triple in the “We are going to win the champion- and a double and Rob Stratton singled lower half of the inning. ship,” stated St. Luke pitcher Al Betau, twice and scored once. Pat Enright (2 After the inning, a concerned St. who helped his statement become a runs scored), Larry Berra, Floyd Rob- Onge warned, “They put up 19 runs reality by whacking a three-run home erts (run scored) and Howard Bialos the other day. Let’s shut them down.” run en route to his team’s 14-9 victory each had RBI singles and Lou St. Steve squeaked with a run in the over St. Stephen to claim the St. Bart’s Balestriere (5 title appearances, 4 titles) fifth when Margolis tripled and Oldtimers Men’s Softball League doubled and scored. Keith Middleton Rowbotham slapped an RBI single. Championship at Brookside Park in and Steve Abrunzo each singled and Luke immediately matched that run Scotch Plains on September 10. scored and Mark Ragan singled. to make the score, 12-4. Betau also added a single and a run Stevie shortstop Stratton initiated a Bialos bellowed, “Eight runs is not scored to his team’s 22-hit attack and second-to-first double play, Neal a lot! We can get it.” teammate Kevin St. Onge thumped LeStrange made a nice scoop at first The Steves answered clearly with an RBI triple and an RBI single to go and Abrunzo performed a diving snag five runs on six hits in the seventh. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times with another single and a run scored. in center. Luke first baseman Hercel LeStrange rejoiced, “We’re back! It’s CHEWING UP IMPORTANT YARDAGE…Raider tailback Greg Brand, No. 22, had touchdown runs of two and 44 yards Karl Grossmann trampled the plate made a leaping grab and Lobrace did a game now.” against the Bulldogs of Shabazz in the season-opening 21-7 victory in the Doghouse. three times and had two singles and the same at third base. Cummo made Luke added two insurance runs in Paul Bifani chopped three singles, a fine stretch at first to get a putout. the seventh then Betau and Company scored once and had an RBI. Luke Bialos scribbled an RBI single to shutdown the next six Steve batters to BRAND GETS 2 TDs, PENNELLA 1 TD, BADALA 3 SACKS Fugett had a pair of RBI singles and give the Steves a 1-0 lead in the top of claim victory. 28-year veteran Paul Morello, who the second inning and as the Lukes St. Stephen 011 110 500 9 appeared in 11 championship games came in to bat, Tilocca shouted, St. Luke 055 110 20x 14 and won his fourth, and Bob Cummo “Come on Al (Betau), show us the Football Raiders’ ‘D’ Muzzles each had two singles, a run scored way!” See photos of Sports: and an RBI. Joe Tilocca singled twice Marks added, “Let’s start an inning and scored once. George Gracia here. Line drives!” on www.goleader.com cracked a two-run single. Bruce Evans Betau ripped a leadoff single, which Westfield/Linden Football Bulldogs in the Doghouse, 21-7 (RBI) and Ben Lobrace each singled started a five-run, six-hit inning. Scotch Plains-Fanwood & and scored. Kevin Woodring and Abrunzo singled and scored in the Malcolm X. Shabazz Football X. Shabazz Bulldogs, 21-7, in the Marty Marks each scored a run and By DAVID B. CORBIN mix of passing with running in the third to cut the lead to 5-2 but five more St. Bart’s Oldtimers Men’s Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “Doghouse” in Newark on Septem- second half. The Raiders’ defense Dennis Hercel had a single. Lukesters, highlighted by Betau’s Softball Championship Game “Secretary of Defense” John Badala ber 8. It was the first time that the Dan Margolis came up perfect at the was ransacking the doghouse in the three-run shot, crossed the plate in the recorded three of six sacks, fullback Raiders had beaten the Bulldogs on second half and, in the meantime, the Tom Pennella broke loose on a 57- their own turf. Raiders’ offense chewed up 119 yards yard touchdown (TD) sprint and The Raiders totaled 222 yards on on 20 rushes and mixed it with 12 tailback Greg Brand had TD runs of the ground on 35 carries and 66 in the pass plays for 60 yards against the two and 44 yards, respectively, as the air on 13 attempts but the real decid- weary Bulldog defense. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School ing factor offensively was junior quar- “He’s amazing! He has a great arm. football team muzzled the Malcolm terback Mike Chervenyak’s smooth CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 Weichert® Open House: Sun. 9/17 1-5PM

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www.weichert.com An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Page 16 Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SENISZYN, GIGI WILL LEAD VIKINGS UC Viking Girls Envision Promising Soccer Season

By FRED LECOMTE more Amanda Dalton, who saw limited Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times action last year, is expected to have a The experience level will be higher solid season. Junior Melissa among the girls of the Union Catholic McClintock, who Revel believes is up High School girls’ soccer team, which to the task, will occupy the goalkeeper is potentially a very good sign for this position and Cowley will be the backup. season’s outlook. Noting that last year “Experience is the big thing and we was not exactly a banner year and that need to mesh. When a girl like four players graduated, six varsity Seniszyn is playing in her fourth var- starters from last year’s squad should sity year, along with three-year start- formulate a nice nucleus. ers Roth, Arronjado, Vargo and David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times “Last year, we played very good Eppinger in her second year, that ex- BASHING IN FOR THE TOUCHDOWN…Blue Devil running back Ryan David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Yarusi, No. 6, scored both touchdowns against the Linden Tigers with respective defense,” said Viking Head Coach perience certainly will bode well I MIXING UP THE PLAYS…Raider quarterback Mike Chervenyak, No. 9, used runs of 11 yards and three yards. Jim Revel. “Our major problem was hope for the team,” said Revel. a good mix of passing and running plays against the Bulldogs. putting the ball in the net. We didn’t When asked about the Viking speed, score more than two goals very often, ball movement and physical attributes so the major focus this year will be of the team, Revel replied, “I believe Blue Devils Come Up Short, finding someone who can put the ball we’re faster than we are tall. We’re Football Raiders’ ‘D’ Muzzles on net. The important thing is to con- pretty good with the ball, but we centrate on a strong defense and hope always need to convince the kids that Tiger Gridders Hold on, 20-14 that we can get some goals.” need to shoot. I’m not too worried Bulldogs in the Doghouse, 21-7 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Last year, the Vikings suffered a about our passing, just a little con- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 setback by Westfield in the Union cerned about girls who will take the the score. The Tigers took a 13-7 lead to coach here without being on his County (UC) Tournament and fell to bull by the horns and look to be scor- He understands all the plays. He holds Amos, resulting in a 19-yard recep- on a nine-play, 50-yard drive that staff for five years. Linden, they are a Pope John in the Non-Public North A ers. I firmly believe that we will be the offense together,” commented tion with 40 seconds remaining in the ended with Jerelle Lewis’ one-yard great program, great coach. They state semifinals. Revel believes the competitive in every game that we Brand. half. TD plunge with 4:10 left in the half. knew how to win and that was the team will need to rely heavily on play unless we get run over by a lot of The Bulldogs totaled 52 rushing After Rowbotham’s interception, The point after was missed. difference,” commented DeSarno senior co-captains midfielder Jen injuries. The trick is when you don’t yards and 45 passing but were limited the Raiders mixed six rushing plays Hopes were dimmed even more for who added, “We have a great group of Seniszyn and senior midfielder Katie score a lot, a lucky bounce or an to just 19 total yards in the second with four passes to net 61 yards and the Blue Devils when Beese crashed seniors and they fought hard. I thought Gigi, who will bring both defensive unlucky bounce can make the differ- half. In addition to Badala’s three a TD when Brand bashed in from through a mob of defenders, shook we came out great. They are not giv- and offensive experience, while se- ence in the winning column but I sacks, Campbell was credited with the two with 9:47 left in the game. off the tacklers and galloped 70 yards ing up. I’m really proud of them. nior midfielder Kaitlin Eppinger and think we’ll be okay.” 1.5 sacks, while Brand and Rob Rowbotham nailed the point after. for the TD with 8:28 left in the third That’s sports! Somebody’s got to win, Stephanie Cowley will see signifi- The Lady Vikings opened up their Scibek recorded one each. Pennella In the drive, Jason Zelesnik (2 re- quarter. However, brightness returned. somebody’s got to loose. We got to cant varsity playing time. season with an, 8-0 shutout victory had 11 tackles, Brand had 10, Kyle ceptions, 23 yards) had a 17-yard After a series of penalties and stub- learn how to win. We are close.” Junior midfielders Jill Roth, over St. Dominic on September 9. Mihansky and Badala each had eight reception and Mihansky (2 recep- born defense had the Tigers back- Linden 013 7 0 20 Stephanie Arronjado and Katlin Vargo Dalton netted three goals and sopho- and Keith Baker and Pat McGuinness tions, 15 yards) had a nine-yard peddling, Tyrell Simmons recovered Westfield 7 0 0 7 14 will return to anchor the defense. Sopho- more Tess Lowe fired in two. each had seven. Kyle Rowbotham reception. Baker had a 10-yard re- the fumble at the Linden 15 to set up destroyed a Bulldog drive with an ception in the Raiders’ first drive of the Blue Devils’ second TD with 8:38 interception in the end zone that he the second half. remaining in the game. Bonard’s suc- returned to the 39-yard line. The emphasis was added when cessful point after pulled the Blue “We were all working together. It Brand broke left and dashed down the Devils to within six, 20-14. was not only me. We have three other left sideline for his 44-yard TD with The Blue Devils later engineered a guys on the line. It’s all of us putting 5:25 remaining. Rowbotham’s point 10-play march from their own 13 that pressure on the quarterback,” said after made the score 21-7. ended with an interception at the Ti- Badala. “It was our whole defense, “It was really thanks to Tom ger 42 but they got possession once really.” Pennella. He kicked out a guy. I saw again and moved the ball to the Tiger Pennella, who rushed for 85 yards it and cut off of it. The rest of the field six when time ran out. on 10 carries and had two receptions was pretty much open,” explained “We got into a little bit of a lull in for 18 yards, capped a five-play, 89- Brand who finished with 115 yards the second and third quarters. We lost yard march, with his 57-yard dash to rushing on 19 carries. field position. That hurt us, kind of the end zone with 10:10 left in the “I thought we mixed it up well. limited us to what we wanted to do, half. Rowbotham connected for the Early on, we didn’t have field posi- offensively. We never really got the point after. tion. We talked at halftime and said, passing game going. You can get that “It was an 87G. Basically, we have ‘let’s take the game over,’ and I think first drive but, if you don’t loosen a guard pulling. He takes the guy out the kids did,” said Raider Head Coach them up with the balance, that hurts. and I have to find the seam. After that, Steve Ciccotelli. “We gave them a We’ve got to really work on that. Not I had to beat one guy. It was great score in the first half because we to the extent that we have to throw the blocking up front. Colin Campbell didn’t tackle the guy on the punt. We ball 40 times but we have to get a leveled the guy and that’s what broke kind of kept them in the game but better completion percentage, run that open,” explained Pennella. you saw in the second half, we took some routes better, protect better,” In the first half, the Raider defense the game over. We had a great mix of said DeSarno. had the Bulldogs in fourth-and-long run/pass. Gregory ran very hard in After the hand shakes, Tiger Head situations on several occasions, but the second half and it opened things Coach “Bucky” MacDonald came over missed tackles gave them new breaths up. We made some mistakes, which to the Blue Devils and gave a pep talk, of life. As a result, the Bulldogs’ lone kids will make. But they play hard congratulating them for their efforts. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times TD came on a pass that deflected off and never give up.” “He’s a class act! 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With V’ball Experience Thanksgiving match-up with Eliza- As an added bonus, Scotch Plains- beth, Scotch Plains Television will Fanwood Times Sports Editor David By FRED LECOMTE attackers on hand, hard-hitting se- shoot and cablecast every minute of Corbin will kick off each broadcast Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times nior Erin Roudebush, who hits from the 2006 Scotch Plains-Fanwood with a pre-game interview with Raid- This season, the Westfield High virtually every spot around the court, High School football season. ers football coach Steve Ciccotelli School girls’ volleyball team has the is counted on to provide the majority “We realize that not everyone in shot earlier in the week. luxury of presenting of a full cast of of kills. experienced and talented players. The “She really has learned to cut the Blue Devils return five seniors, five ball and hits it where she’s not look- juniors and three sophomores and ing, so it is difficult for other teams have added one talented freshman. to read her. She’s is our go-to girl,” “It’s an easier adaptation for us said Torok. “Erin’s sister, Paige, a this year. The kids are more experi- junior, is one of our middies and she enced, they understand how to get can hit a quick attack as well. She right into the game and they are offers great blocking skills and has making adjustments quickly. We will added a flight to her repertoire.” Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times have a quicker attack which will In the back, senior Molly Williams PROVIDING DEFENSIVE AND OFFENSIVE STRENGTH…The Union Catho- able us to run a better offense while will take on the setter position, along lic Viking soccer team will look to tri-captains Nick Ferreira, left, Danny keeping teams off-guard so we can with several newcomers who are still Rodriques (not shown) and Bobby McGuire, right. score,” said Beverly Torok, in her vying for the spot. Possessing great 12th year as Westfield Head Coach. serving skills and experience is jun- Last year, the Blue Devils reached ior outside hitter Caroline Fallon. Fill- Viking Soccer Boys Face the quarterfinals of the Group 4 tour- ing the middle position is senior nament and finished with an 18-7 Kristen Dilzell. record. Fine performances were “She has really improved her given by graduating seniors Monica game; brings with her lots of experi- Challenge with New Look Dryer, Kristina Fietkiewicz and ence and has good confidence,” FOOTBALL IN FOCUS…SPTV’s Greg Rapapport, Matt Pagge and Andrew Kaitlyn Shulman. This season, Se- Torok said of Dilzel. Davidson are shooting a Raiders’ preseason game against Immaculata as they By FRED LECOMTE shown flashes of excellence during niors Tara Daly and Anna Koehler Defensive specialist Laryssa prepare to bring viewers the Raiders’ 2006 season. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times scrimmages. “I was happy to see that have been named team captains. Borkowsky will fill in at different New faces with playing experi- he was positioning himself off the “They will push forth their skills spots in the back. Other Blue Devils the community can make each game” “Dave Corbin is a really an expert ence will take to the field for this defense, which is being in the right and efforts towards the squad in be- in the mix are juniors Lauren said Scotch Plains Television Direc- in our local sports scene,” said year’s Union Catholic High School place at the right time,” said Cerimele. coming a unit and staying focused as Brunhofer and Olympia Gagliotti, tor of Operations William McMeekan. “Having him interview boys’ soccer team and the task of Former St. Benedict players, jun- a group,” said Torok. sophomores Gabrielle Jakub, McMeekan, Jr. “Now Raiders foot- Coach Ciccotelli for our broadcast matching last year’s banner year may ior Walter Avans and sophomore Koehler, a super defensive player Cyndell Matthew and Katherine ball fans will be able to catch any of really raises the level of the analysis be a lofty challenge. Gabriel Avans figure to be nice finds. who was First Team All-Group 4 last Payne and freshman Diane Venezia. the action they miss.” and insight we can offer Raiders Foot- Last year, under former Head “Gabriel really knows the game, year, will return as libero. “Hopefully everyone will remain With a schedule heavy with away ball fans.” Coach Joe DeOliveira, the Vikings sees the field well, fills the lanes well “She is the one who touches the healthy and work towards the com- games and a notable number of Fri- Each weeks game will premiere made it to the semifinals of the Union pushing the ball up field,” said ball the most and gets it to our set- mon goal to win the state tourna- day match-ups this year, viewing the the following Tuesday at 10 p.m. and County and the North Jersey, Non- Cerimele. “Walter is probably the ters. If they get a good pass, then ment, the county championship and Raiders Varsity team on television air again on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Public A tournaments, and finished closest thing we have to a scorer. He’s we’re getting more variety in our the conference,” concluded Torok.” will be the easiest way to not miss a Viewers can also catch rebroadcasts with a 20-2 record. better at coming in from behind the attack,” said Torok. The Lady Blue Devils opened up single play as the team seeks to im- of the most recent game on Thurs- This season, John Cerimele, a four- play and likes to create his own op- Daly will be the primary player the season with a lopsided, 25-15, prove upon last season’s performance. days at 1 p.m. as well as see the year assistant coach under DeOliveira, portunities.” setting up the Devil offensive attack. 25-9 romp over Rahway on Septem- Two teams of dedicated students from previous weeks game on Saturday at will take the reins. Having graduated Also from St. Benedict is junior With a variety of good offensive ber 8. the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High 1 p.m. and 10 p.m. For more informa- eight starting players, including su- midfielder Steve Rivera. “He inter- School Television Production Club will tion visit www.spfk12.org perstar Mike Seamon, who netted 34 acts very well with the Avans broth- goals last year, Cerimele is aware of ers and when they connect along with the task at hand, but is optimistic. Rodriques with very quick one-touch “I have enough of last year’s team passing, they are almost impossible that understand and play the game to stop.” very well,” said Cerimele. “I have Junior fullback Tony LaRocca will tried four or five different formations lead the midfield. “He’s very quick, figuring out a way to replace the 34 has an exceptional throw-in and his goals. At this level of competition, it God-given athletic ability is really requires experience, it requires the unbelievable,” said Cerimele. physical ability, tactical knowledge Senior, 6’3” defender Joe and most of all it requires being able Fortunato should be solid. “Coming to play as a team.” in, I thought that I would have a lot of The Vikings biggest strength will work ahead of me because of the come from senior tri-captains Bobby number of starters lost,” said McGuire (defender), Danny Rodriques Cerimele. “Instead, we have a team (outside halfback) and midfielder Nick that basically plays together as if there Ferreira, who is capable of playing was no last year. I’m very confident anywhere on the field. in my defense and my midfield in “They stepped up, provided me maintaining the ball. It’s working out with a lot of leadership and they are just fine. We still have that big moun- the ones who are the backbone of this tain to climb in that we have to re- year’s team,” said Cerimele. “Ferreira place a lot of goals; however, with the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times PROUD SCARLET KNIGHT…Rutgers fans, like Mets fans, have every right to is the guy who I will rely on to fill in mentality and the work ethics of this FIRST SWING OF THE GAME…St. Stephen leadoff batter Keith Middleton come out and be proud this year. Rutgers thumped Illinois last Saturday, 33-0. This the gap when I see that the other team team, we will have a competitive team. ripped a sizzling line drive that was snagged by St. Luke first baseman Dennis motivated ardent Rutgers fan of Fanwood, “Deano Vino” Talcott, to present this has a weakness that we can exploit.” How far we get, depends on how Hercel in the St. Bart’s Championship game. St. Luke defeated St. Stephen, 14- photo of the scoreboard from last year during darker times against West Virginia. Senior goalkeeper Kevil Riehl has many balls we put into the net.” 9, to win the championship.

SCOTCH PLAINS $489,000 MOUNTAINSIDE $748,000 WESTFIELD $849,000 Mint Colonial charmer! Move right into this 3 Bedroom home, Mountainside Split Level! Come see this beautifully maintained 3 Sunny 4 Bedroom Colonial with hardwood floors, moldings and one block to commuter bus. Hardwood floors throughout, For- Bedroom, 2 bath Colonial/Split bordering on Westfield and close abundant windows, new bath, furnace 2006, Family Room with view mal Dining Room with French doors to deck, patio and fenced to shopping and NYC transportation. of deep beautiful yard, Living Room with fireplace and French doors, yard. Large Living Room, sunny Florida Room, 2 newer baths, Formal Dining Room, den, Eat-In Kitchen with newer dishwasher new CAC, great locale. and refrigerator, basement Recreation Room and walk-up attic.

MOUNTAINSIDE $499,000 WESTFIELD $949,900 SCOTCH PLAINS $798,000 Spacious and lovely Ranch with large rooms, beautiful stone fire- Understated elegance! Fabulous 4 Bedroom, 2.5 bath Colonial situ- Fabulous Berwyck Colonial features soaring ceilings, great flow, hard- place in Living Room, hardwoods throughout most of home, fenced ated on a cul de sac offers a Family Room with fireplace, Eat-In wood floors, custom moldings and built-ins, fire-lit Family Room off backyard is secluded with serene brick patio, Eat-In Kitchen plus Kitchen overlooking private yard with deck. Excellent condition, Kitchen with eating area, Living Room with vaulted ceiling, large large Dining Room. Come see this home! great closets, hardwoods, 1st floor laundry room and many other Master with 2 walk-in closets and luxury bath, beautiful finished upgrades. Must see! basement, tiered deck with trellis to yard. Page 18 Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WF PAL B-Blue Shut Out Cranford Grid Kids, 20-0 Westfield’s PAL football program and a touchdown behind the strong experienced a large turnout once again blocking of offensive tackle Michael this season. The continually growing Giacone and offensive guard Michael program is evident at the B-level (7th Laface. grade). With over 60 kids, Westfield Westfield’s defense held Cranford needed to create two teams, B-Blue to a negative nine yards in the first and B-White. half. Ryan Bohrod intercepted a long B-Blue opened up their season with Cranford pass. Later in the game, the a dominating, 20-0 win over Cranford. defense stood strong with Ondi as Quarterback Nathan Mitchell com- outside linebacker and Alex Williams pleted five of six passes for over 100 as middle linebacker shutting down yards. Two of the long passes con- Cranford’s drive in the Westfield ter- nected with Pete Ondi for touchdowns. ritory.

NATIONAL CHAMPIONS…The Westfield Knights recently won the Knights of Columbus masters division national title in Las Vegas, Nev. Pictured, left to right, are: kneeling; Carlos Rego, Nick Piscopo, Joe Buontempo, Alan Dente and Nick BRINGING DOWN THE RUNNER…David Kane, left, of theWestfield PAL D Torrillo; standing, Fred Lotierzo, Guy Jensen, Mike Kalinowski, Jerry Riporti, Team brings down a Perth Amboy running back on September 10. Patrick Riporti, Craig Paskas, Mark Neis and Joe Smith. Westfield Knights Capture Westfield PAL ‘D’ Stumps KOC Softball National Title Perth Amboy Grid Kids, 25-6 Westfield PAL football D team de- were Chris Hogge, Chris Callahan, The Westfield Knights of Colum- Illinois. Next, Westfield trounced feated Perth Amboy, 25-6, on Septem- Chris Sweeney and Noah Penders. bus (KOC) softball team topped the four-time defending master division ber 10 and got off to a roaring start Wide receiver Jagger Linsky sprung Highlands KOC, 25-21, to capture champions Dickinson, Tex., 25-2, and when, on the second play from scrim- Rawls on one of his touchdown runs the Masters Division of the 20th An- wasted no time by building a 16-1 Weichert mage, Jack Colleran and Brennan with an excellent block. nual Knights of Columbus Softball after two innings. Jerry Riporti (5- Sumner sandwiched a Perth Amboy David Kane, Michael Hughes, and Tournament in Las Vegas, Nev. on Weichertfor-5, 3-run HR, 10 RBI), Joe Smith ball carrier, causing a fumble. Jack Michael Carlino, who each had tack- Labor Day weekend. Westfield (4-for-5, 3-run HR) and Nick Torrillio Steve Kim for The Westfield Leader and The Times Simcox picked up the fumble and raced les for losses in the Perth Amboy Knights also won National Champi- (grand slam) led Westfield. SCORING THE TOUCHDOWN…Tony Pafumi of Westfield’s B-Blue football team crosses goal line to score touchdown in the 20-0 win against Cranford. 35 yards for the touchdown. backfield, led the defense. Thomas onships in 1995 and 2002 in the open In the finals, Highland fought its From that point on, Eugene Rawls Anderson combined with Schor for division. way back through the losers bracket Jackson O’Leary caught two passes, B-Blue will travel to Summit on scored three touchdowns on runs of the hit of the game along the sideline Against Highlands, Mark Nies with victories over Granite City, Iowa one of which was for the extra-point September 17 and to Perth Amboy on 65 yards, 45 yards and eight yards. in the first half. broke up a 13-13 tie with a two-run and Dickinson, Tex. Highland then conversion, and tight end Alex Will- September 24 for 3 p.m. games. Their Eric Schor converted an extra point Westfield PAL D will play at Kehler single and Jerry Riporti and Joe defeated Westfield, 23-8, in four in- iams made the other completion. next home game will be against Perth when he passed to Holden Erhardt. Stadium on Sunday against Buontempo added two run doubles nings to set up the rubber match where Tony Pafumi rushed for 116 yards Amboy on October 1. Providing excellent line blocking Livingston. each for insurance runs. Westfield pitcher Mike Kalinowski Westfield opened the tournament thwarted them with his knuckle ball. with a 26-15 victory over the Hous- The play of the game came in the ton Texas KOC and followed with a fifth inning when centerfielder Craig U14 Blue Sharks Shut Out 25-5 victory over the St. Paul, Minn. Paskas threw a one-hop strike to catcher Knights. Carlos Rego was the win- Jerry Riporti to nail the Highland run- ning pitcher in both games. Guy ner to end the inning and a rally. Plainfield Soccer Girls, 6-0 Jensen, Nick Piscopo and Alan Dente Westfield Knights All-Tournaments Danielle Schwiezer scored two The Blue Sharks added second- were key contributors. selections were Jerry Riporti (28-for- first-half goals as the Scotch Plains half goals by Sarah Weber, Melissa On championship Sunday, 31), Joe Smith (25-for-31), Craig Blue Sharks U14 Girls intercounty McKenna and Cohen, who completed Westfield opened with a 21-11 vic- Paskas (21-for-31), Mark Neis (20- team opened its fall season with a 6- the scoring with her second goal. tory over the Highland Knights of for-30) and Pat Riporti (20-for-30). 0 shutout of Plainfield on September McKenna, who starred in goal in the 9 in Plainfield. first half, connected on a penalty shot. Schwiezer opened the scoring with a Rebecca DiGiacomo and Erin WINDSOR COLLECTION long, high shot in the corner from 25 Brown split the goalkeeping duties in yards out. Emily Cohen increased the the second half. Also starring were IN WESTFIELD, NJ margin, neatly taking a cross out of the Lauren Buckley, Alyssa Young, Open House Open House Steve Kim for The Westfield Leader and The Times air and hitting a one-time shot into the Lauren Berk, Amanda Rodriguez, USING A STIFF ARM…Patrick Dyer of Westfield’s B-White Team gives a stiff goal from 10 yards. Schweizer increased Sarah Lazarus, Jessica DiGiacomo, 706 Embree Crescent 523 Coleman Place arm during a victory over Perth Amboy on September 10. the margin, scoring on a breakaway Jessica Feeley, Emma Kaplan, Toni th th near the end of the first half. Ann Capece and Kara Gaynor. Sept 17 1-4 pm Sept 17 1-4 pm MEET YOUR WEICHERT, REALTORS® NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIALIST Kathleen Gwaldis • Regional Award, Top Sales & Top Producer- Month of August • Union County area Specialist • Residential Specialist • Buying & Selling $1,575,000 $1,695,000 If you are interested in a complementary 5 bedrooms, 3+ bath Fabulous Victorian Homes market analysis or just in knowing market trends or prices, please contact me. For more Listings of Homes visit my website: www.GraceRappa.com Kathleen Gwaldis For more information about the builder, visit www.customservicebuilders.com. of the Weichert Westfield Office Put her neighborhood knowledge and professional expertise to work for you.

Invite Kathleen Gwaldis in, and she’ll bring results! TOUCH CUSTOMER…After months of intensive training, preparation and testing, Samantha Paoletti, 9, of Westfield, earned her First Degree Black Belt on Westfield Office / 908-654-7777 August 6. Samantha, a Wilson School student, is a student at Tiger Schulmann’s 185 Elm St., Westfield, NJ 07090 Karate in Watchung. Pictured, from left to right, are: Sensei Paul Querido (head instructor and owner), Paoletti and Sensei Munah Holland (head instructor).

JOYCE TAYLOR, SALES ASSOCIATE 908-233-6417, Direct Dial NJAR Circle of Excellence 1977—2005 Open House – Sunday September 17, 2006 – 1:00pm to 4:00pm Rolling Hills Estates • 2 Julia Court, Scotch Plains

Feel the ebb and flow of gracious living in this 6 BR, 5 1/2 Bath elegant Georgian Colonial artfully nestled on a new cul-de-sac where a sense of privacy and prestige prevail. The graceful foyer greets you with its cathedral ceiling and gently turning staircase. The formal Living room has a bay window and box-beam ceiling. The formal Dining room boasts recessed lighting, a bay window, and a den/office adjoins it. A gourmet kitchen with granite counters, a 6 burner Viking range, wet bar, plus much more, is part of the Great Room with its gas fireplace flanked by built-in bookshelves. Imagine sweeping through the French doors to the mahogany deck! There is a first floor laundry room, and a private first floor Bedroom with a full bath, perfect as a guest retreat. Beautifully proportioned bedrooms and an Enveloped by a magnificent property, this captivating Colonial has a beguiling interior ef- abundance of baths await you and your guests on the second floor, punctuated by a Master Bedroom Suite complete fervescing with hardwood floors, sun-catching windows & beautiful moldings. The gracious with anteroom, a gas fireplace, and a large Master Bath with a Jacuzzi. Custom moldings, quality workmanship and so, so much more make this home beyond special...A Buontempo Homes and Construction Services jewel in the crown living room with stone fireplace & formal dining room with corner cabinet radiate classic of the Buontempo collection of homes. $1,450,000 WSF0863 charm. The family is enlivened by a wall of windows that afford a wonderful view of the yard. Enhancing the first floor is an eat-in kitchen with access to the powder room, the den LOLA REED & a butterfly stairway. The 2nd floor offers a spacious master bedroom, three more bed- Sales Associate rooms, a walk-up to the attic & an updated bath. An incredibly deep backyard with patio, towering trees, flowering beds, beautiful foliage & a convenient location, close to so many Office: 908-233-5555 ext. 223 amenities, only adds to the splendor of this handsome portrait. Presented for $849,000. Cell: 908-313-0109 [email protected] RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

© 2006 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. WESTFIELD OFFICE 209 CENTRAL AVENUE 908-233-5555 Westfield Office · 600 North Avenue, West · 908-233-0065 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, September 14, 2006 Page 19

TRYING TO BREAK LOOSE…Westfield PAL C player Jack Colwell, No. 24, tries to break loose in the season opener against Perth Amboy on September 10. The SP-F Blue Pirates U10 Boys Soccer Team The SP-F PAL 9/10s Summer Baseball Team The game ended in a 0-0 tie. SP-F U10 Blue Pirates Have SPF-PAL 9/10s Finish Summer League Play Successful Debut in Boys Soccer The Scotch Plains-Fanwood PAL 9/10 summer baseball team consist- The newest travel squad for the defense. Lefty Gibbons, Adam ing of 15 players, entered the New Scotch Plains-Fanwood Soccer As- Cohen and Joseph Dzuback led the Providence PAL Green League and sociation made a successful debut offense. Midfield was controlled won the playoff title by defeating at the Readington Soccerfest this from start to finish by Mike Warren, 20-4, in the finals. The team Open House: Sunday, September 17 1-4 PM past weekend. The U-10 Boys team Novello, Louie Vitoroulis and Cole won nine of its last 11 games to finish had a perfect 4-0 mark, outscoring Weber. with an 11-4-1 record. 59 Unami Terrace, Westfield its opponents, 14-2. Coach Mike Walch said, “The Team members were: Judah Goalkeeper Sal Severini and his team exceeded everyone’s expec- Axelrod, Tyler Bowman, Sean Duthie, fullbacks Ryan McSherry, Dan tations and are to be commended Philip Farinacci, Tyler Geissel, Justin Federico, Jack Gerrity, Anthony for their teamwork, unselfishness Giacona, Paul Kussner, James Lettieri, Pares and Zo Zoufaly led the stingy and aggressive style of play”. Christian Lettieri, Owen Monahan, Christine Monroy, Nick Patel, Brendan Pierce, Sean Voltz and John Wilkinson. See it all on the web in color . . . Joe Lettieri managed and was assisted by Ken Geissel, Neil Pierce, John www.goleader.com Wilkinson and Rich Duthie.

Situated on a large corner lot this gracious four bedroom, two and a half bath bi-level home welcomes you. Features include spacious living room, formal dining room and beautiful eat in kitchen with sliding doors to “no maintenance” elevated deck. Three bright, sunny bedrooms and two full baths complete the main level. A large family room and laundry area are located on the ground level as well as a fourth bedroom and half bath, perfect for nanny or home office. Minutes from Lenape park and Nomahegan Swim Club. Offered at $699,900. WSF0601 Scotch Plains . . . An elegant center hall colonial on a tree-lined, winding street, with numerous perennials BOBBEE MULVEE and specimen plantings offers a welcoming curb appeal! Sun flows through the formal living room with a marble surround fireplace. Distinguished moldings and solid wood wainscoting are the highlights of the Sales Associate 15’ formal dining room. The country kitchen with two walls of windows in the breakfast area overlooks a Direct: 908-301-2027 level, wooded property. The adjacent family room offers French doors opening to the custom, oversized Email: [email protected] deck. Nine rooms, including 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths and a first floor office complete the picture. Realistically priced for transferring owners at $849,900 makes this home a must see! WSF1041 ©2006 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT, Incorporated. BETTY LYNCH WESTFIELD OFFICE 209 CENTRAL AVENUE 908-233-5555 Broker / Sales Associate CELL: 908-419-5141 [email protected] ©2006 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT, Inc. Open House: WESTFIELD OFFICE 209 CENTRAL AVENUE 908-233-5555 Saturday, September 16th & Mary McEnerney, CRS, GRI, SRES Sunday, September 17th 1-4PM NJAR Circle of Excellence Award Gold Level: 1997-2004, Platinum: 2005 Direct Line: (908) 301-2052 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE Email: [email protected] 209 CENTRAL AVENUE WESTFIELD, NJ 07090 (908) 233-5555 EXT. 189 OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, 9/17 • 1-4 PM 416 Elm Street

230 Golf Edge Drive, Westfield WESTFIELD — Elegant home in private Wychwood area of Westfield, 5/6 bedrooms, on Cul-De-Sac, perfect for children. Brand new edition and renovation just completed. WESTFIELD $1,179,000 A few of the character features include: Balconies, extensive stone work, custom This Westfield treasure includes seven bedrooms & 3 &1/2 baths. Original details moldings inside and out. Wrap-around porches, and Terrace with decorative Balusters. include grand entrance foyer, 2 fireplaces, custom chestnut woodwork and back Gorgeous flared staircase with Waines Cotting, carved spindles and heavy hand rail. staircase. Recent improvements-expanded eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar, Viking nd Tasteful faux painting and hardwood floors throughout. Top of the line French doors stove, updated baths, 2 floor laundry room, 2 heating systems, newer garage and $1.95M rebuilt wrap around porch. Short walk to Franklin and Roosevelt schools and N.Y. and windows, finished basement with family room and full bath. transportation add to the charm of this lovely home. © 2006 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. Call: 917-363-4018 or 908-337-2374 Page 20 Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION More Education News WF’s Holy Trinity School Kicks Off Another Year WESTFIELD – Dorothy Szot, prin- ulty to serve children in Pre-K 2 ½ cipal of Holy Trinity Interparochial through Kindergarten. They are School in Westfield, announced that Cynthia Boyle, who will teach three- several additions have been made to the year olds, and Denise Brezik, who faculty and administration of the school. will teach music. Angelo Castucci has been hired as Ms. Szot said that physical plant vice principal. He taught for many upkeep this summer included the re- years in the public schools of Newark finishing and painting of the gym and recently served as vice principal floor in Westfield and upgrades to the of St. Benedict’s Elementary School playground in Mountainside. in Newark. He is also an adjunct Additionally, a volleyball team has David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times professor of Education at Caldwell been formed and the school website GIVING AN EFFORT AT HALFTIME…The Blue Devil Color Guard and College and Seton Hall University. (www.htisnj.com) has been enhanced CANDLE IN THE WIND…Kent Place Head of School Sue Bosland, along with, Marching Band performed at halftime during the Westfield/Linden football He has experience in grants devel- from left to right, fifth grader Claire Crispo of Madison, eighth grader Jayne game at Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield on September 10. and expanded. The cross-country team opment and served as the director of kicks off its season on September 22 Pasternak of Short Hills and 12th grader Atlee Melillo of Scotch Plains light development for Essex County Col- and the school will once again compete candles during a ceremony at Kent Place’s convocation. lege. He holds a master’s degree in in the Scholastic Olympics at Roselle education and is certified with the Catholic Regional High School. Permanent New Jersey School admin- Ms. Szot concluded by saying: “we Kent Place School Holds istrator/Principal/Supervisor Program. look forward to welcoming in to our Ms. Szot said, “I am confident that school the youngest group in the families and students of Holy Trin- Mountainside to our eighth graders Traditional Convocation ity will make Angelo Castucci wel- in Westfield, and all those in between.” SCOTCH PLAINS – Tuesday, joined in singing the alma mater come. I look forward to collaborating before returning to classrooms and with him in this great mission of Catho- September 5, marked Opening Day Byron Becomes Honors at Kent Place School in Summit. The offices. lic education here at Holy Trinity.” Later in the morning, student Rejoining the faculty this year is Mary Organization Member day began with the traditional con- vocation ceremony at which the “lifers,” who have been at Kent Place Ann Harmer, who will teach fourth grade; FANWOOD –Krystina Byron of for 13 years or more, visited students she last taught Special Education at Holy Fanwood was recently recognized as a school comes together to celebrate its history and traditions, reflects on in the nursery, pre-kindergarten and Trinity and is well known to parents and member of Sigma Alpha Lambda, a kindergarten classes to present them children in the school. Tom Zinno will national leadership and honors orga- the school’s mission and purpose and honors the spirit of community. with daisies and talk about their early teach Physical Education and Nancy nization at James Madison University. years as youngsters at Kent Place. Doyle joins as part of a pilot program in The organization is dedicated to Each person received a single seventh and eighth grade Language Arts promoting and rewarding academic daisy, the school flower, as they Courtesy of Bruce Vasel and Reading. joined the gathering in the school’s WF Schools Announce PITY THE FOOL…Westfield High School students pose with Mr. T last Friday achievement and providing members Leslie Lewis, director of the Holy with opportunities for community field house. afternoon in front of Ferraro’s Restaurant in downtown Westfield. Mr. T was Head of School Susan Bosland Back-to-School Nights in town to shoot a reality show. Pictured, left to right, are: Andrew, Mia, Zack, Trinity Mountainside Campus, wel- service, personal development and WESTFIELD – Parents and comed two new members of the fac- lifelong professional fulfillment. welcomed the assembly and shared Diana and Mr. T. her thoughts and hopes for the new guardians of public school students school year. in Westfield are invited to back-to- Three students, one from each di- school nights scheduled on the fol- Kimberley Aslanian Haley vision, offered remarks and words lowing dates in September: September 14- Roosevelt Inter- of encouragement for their fellow classmates. mediate School Redefining Real Estate Convocation is marked with a September 18- Washington candle lighting ceremony symboliz- School (Grade 5) NJAR CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE PLATINUM LEVEL 2002, 2004 & 2005 ing the school’s maxim –“With Wis- September 20- Franklin School dom She Lights the Way.” Ms. (Grades 1 - 2) September 21- McKinley, Bosland lit the first of four candles followed by fifth-grade student Jefferson, Tamaques, Wilson, Claire Crispo, representing the Pri- Franklin (Grades 3,4,5), Washing- mary School, eighth-grade student ton (Grades 2,3,4) Jayne Pasternak, representing the September 25- Gifted & Talented Middle School, and Atlee Melillo of September 28- Westfield High Scotch Plains, on behalf of the Up- School per School. Please check individual school A moment of silence, to give newsletters or the school’s website thought to the year ahead, followed at www.westfieldnjk12.org for ex- the lighting of the candles. Everyone act times.

PRISTINE COLONIAL ON THE BOULEVARD RENOVATED WESTFIELD COLONIAL Spacious and pristine Colonial home offering ideal location on a tree Spacious & renovated 10 room Colonial offers close proximity to lined Westfield street. Perfect for entertaining are the sun-filled Dining downtown Westfield and NYC transportation. This fine home boasts a Room & Living Room with gas burning fireplace. This fine home formal Dining Room & Living Room w/fireplace, 1st floor Office, boasts hardwood floors, new central air & furnace, new windows, screened porch, updated EIK w/adjacent Family Room, two-tiered master Bedroom suite with new full bath and deck overlooking fenced deck, park-like property, hardwood floors, central air, master bedroom yard and manicured ground. Offered for $849,900. suite, updated baths & more! Offered for $899,000. © 2005 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. Coldwell Banker RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE 908.301.2004 - Direct Line TRAINING DAY…Barbara Mammen (standing), supervisor of Instructional [email protected] Business 908.233.5555 Technology, provided advice to new teachers during the orientation sessions, including, from left to right, Elisa Cognetti, Brendan Hickey and Matthew www.KimHaley.com 209 Central Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090 Borchin. Hye-Young Choi OPEN HOUSE~SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17~1-4 PM #1 Realtor in the Westfield Office - 2005 Top Associate, Total Production - 11 Years! email: [email protected] Contact Hye-Young Choi Today for the Perfect Home! Open House: Sunday, September 17, 1-4PM 7 Tanglewood Lane, Mountainside

900 Stevens Avenue, Westfield Fabulous Center Hall Colonial in heart of Westfield offering 8 very spacious light filled rooms, gleaming hardwood floors and neutral décor throughout. There are 4 large bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, a fabulous family room with fireplace located just off the very spacious kitchen, plus office, rec room and media room in basement. This home is the perfect choice for casual family living and gracious entertaining. Adding to the allure of this home is the fabulous location....so close to Washington School, beautiful downtown Westfield, and NYC train and bus. Offered at $889,900. Newly Listed…Updt charm Col home on cul-de-sac near Echo Lake Park. New custom For additional information or a private tour, please cherry EIK w/granite cntr isle, all new beaut BTHS. Elegant foyer, mldgs, archways, call: hwdflrs, LR/frplc, lrg DR, FR w/Dutch dr to patio, 4 spacious BR, 2 ½ BTH, RR, CAC, open porch, fenced yard & much more. $875,000 WSF0736 8h ‚yUrr  Sales Associate NJAR Circle of Excellence—1984-2005 WESTFIELD OFFICE 8hyy9v rp‡)('!""!!#" 209 CENTRAL AVENUE 600 North Avenue West Westfield, NJ 07090 908-233-5555, EXT. 169 DIRECT LINE: 908-301-2015 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE © 2006 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. Owned and operated by NRT Incorporated. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, September 24, 2006 Page 21 COLDWELL BANKER& E XPERIENCE, TRUST, RELIABILITY S ERVICE

WESTFIELD $495,000 Charming front porch Colonial featuring a gracious entry Foyer leading to a Living Room; large formal Dining Room; Wonderful stately home on a third of an acre. A Center Hall Colonial with newer Eat-In Eat-In Kitchen with butlers Pantry; 3 Bedrooms; 1 full bath; walk up attic and basement. Nestled on a beautifully Kitchen and adjacent family room plus a formal den. Amenities include central air, two landscaped lot with patio, vegetable garden and 1 car detached garage. Conveniently located to schools, town, park, fireplaces, recessed lights, sprinkler system, patio, fenced yard and professionally landscaped pool and NYC transportation. WSF 0668 property in a fabulous neighborhood. Offered at $1,100,000. FRANK D. ISOLDI For Appointment, Call Broker / Sales Associate Sonia Kassinger #1 Listing Agent - Westfield Office 2004-2005 Direct Line: 908-301-2039 NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award: 1993-2005 Platinum Level: 2003-2005 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE 908-233-5555 x 131 Direct Dial: 908-301-2038 Cell: 908-917-3617 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE © 2006 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. © 2006 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated.

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Barbara Callahan 908-301-2886 Direct NJAR Circle of Excellence Silver 2005 908-447-1806 Cell Barbaracallahannj.com [email protected] OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, September 17th • 1-4PM 920 Lawrence Avenue, Westfield Charm abounds in this pristine 1930’s 7 room, 3 bedroom, 1and 1/2 bath colonial close to town, schools, and NYC transportation. A vaulted entry, warm chestnut moldings, gleaming hardwood floors, and a brick fireplace enhance the living room, dining room, and den, while the newer eat in kitchen offers access to a rec room and backyard deck. Offered for: $ 610,000. This adorable 6 room, 3 bedroom, 1 bath 1920’s Colonial boasts a warm welcome with hardwood floors, chestnut molding, and a brick fireplace. A great starter home, within easy walk to town and Located on one of Westfield’s most notable streets, this elegantly appointed residence has it all! The living room is schools also offers a fenced yard, lower distinguished by impressive details such as cove moldings, built-in bookcases, and a gracious fireplace. An appealing level playroom and lots of updates library boasting solid wood paneled walls and a gas fireplace offers a private retreat. Charming country kitchen with hand-rubbed cabinetry and a separate dining area flows directly into the outstanding great room addition, also with a including electric, plumbing, roof, and fireplace. Ten rooms, 5 bedrooms (two master bedrooms one on the first floor), 3 full baths, a breezy screened porch windows. A “MUST SEE” for: and a professionally finished playroom complete this home. $1,995,000 WSF0728 $399,900. BETTY LYNCH

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WESTFIELD OFFICE • 209 CENTRAL AVENUE • (908) 233-5555 WESTFIELD OFFICE • 209 CENTRAL AVENUE • (908) 233-5555 Page 22 Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION LOST OFFICES FOR RENT By GOP Freeholder Candidate Patricia Quattrocchi Men’s gold dimond ring on MOUNTAINSIDE 9/8/2006. Vicinity of Tamaques CLASSIFIEDS 300 and 500 sq.ft., Someone Is Not Doing Their Job Park and/or Garwood Mall. carpeted; excellent locations; In 1987, New Jersey native Danny lawsuit that was brought against the Generous reward! GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES OPEN HOUSE - GARWOOD ample parking. Reasonable DeVito starred along with Billy Crys- county by his estate this past June, (908) 276-8808. (908) 789-8961 Adorable, Family Raised by 12-4 PM, Sunday, 9/17 tal in the comedy Throw Momma Mr. Riordan made an unscheduled from the Train. The story line tells of and unassisted exit from the moving HELP WANTED Responsible Breeder. ACHC 407 Hemlock Ave NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE! Registered. Hypo-Allergenic, low 3 BR, 2 BTH, Bsmt high & dry, a bitter ex-husband and a put upon vehicle through the rear emergency Prudential NJ Properties’ to NON-shedding Goldendoodles. poss mother/daughter, $389K. Fanwood - Willoughby Rd. Momma’s boy. Both want their re- door. The astounding part of this story Westfield Office is hiring full-time All Shades of Golden Parents on Exit on the Hudson Realty. Sunday, 9/17 9am-2pm spective spouse and mother dead, but is that no one realized that he had agents, both new and exp- Premises. Health Guarantee. Call GG at (201) 437 0411 Big, multi-family sale. who will pull it off? After many twists been accidentally tossed out; those erienced. Corporate training $1200, Call (570) 897-5350. or (201) 452 3442 (to see) Lots of baby and kid stuff. and turns along the way, despite their operating the bus service became program/in-house training. Call Delivery Available. (Willoughby Rd. is 2 blocks west of efforts to lose her off a moving loco- aware of the situation only after hav- Margie for confidential interview OPEN HOUSE - WESTFIELD N Martine, betw Midway & Watson.) motive, Momma survives, which is ing traveled a full block. at (908) 232-5664, ext. 103. really what DeVito wanted although Mr. Riordan’s physical and mental MATTRESS Sunday, 9/17, 1-4PM, 781 Hyslip CUSTOM AUDIO & VIDEO he didn’t realize it at the start, and states, at the time of the accident, are MACHINIST - PT $100 Avenue, 4 Bedroom Split, 2 Bath, LCD & PLASMA TVs Crystal’s character goes on to write a not clear; however, it is asserted that Full size ortho firm Very Desirable Southside bestseller based on their escapades, he was not properly secured. The fact Automation Co. in Springfield Neighborhood, Walking Distance Turn-key installation of LCD & seeking a semi-retired or new in plastic Plasma TVs. Includes televi- somewhat of a happy ending. remains that if he was elderly, easily Call (732) 259-6690 to Schools, Many Amenities, Recently I learned of a story in- disoriented and opened the door him- retired machinist on (3 days/week) $899,000. Call (908) 789-9432 sion, speakers, cables, wiring - basis. Ability to fabricate & modify we take care of everything. We volving a service offered by the Union self, someone wasn’t doing his or her County Department of Human Ser- job. If he was wheelchair bound and parts to make or repair machine BEDROOM SET SCOTCH PLAINS LOCATION also install multi-zone audio tools a must. Exc. pay. systems fea-turing 100 CD vices that didn’t have anywhere near his chair was not properly secured, 6 pcs. Cherry wood sleigh bed, SALE BY OWNER - Corner Lot. changers, satellite radio, IPOD a happy ending. “The Union County someone wasn’t doing his or her job. Fax resume to (973) 376-8265 dresser/mirror and nite stand. Attn: Rosemarie Kramer. Home must be seen! Nothing to connectivity - all operated via Paratransit System is curb-to-curb If the door was not functioning prop- New still in box. Sell $1075 do, but open door & move in. touch screen key pads. specialized transportation for seniors erly and opened on its own, someone Call (732) 259-6690 HELP WANTED IN SALES White fenced in yard. $649,000. NO ONE WILL BEAT OUR 60 years of age or older, people with at the vehicle yard wasn’t doing their (908) 789-9140 or (908) 451-9607 PRICE! CALL RICH AT disabilities and economically disad- job and not to notice that he was Looking for 4 or 5 motivated people DINING ROOM (908) 377-4711 vantaged residents of Union County missing until a full block later cer- with their own computer to work HOUSE FOR RENT only.” The system provides non-emer- tainly means that someone wasn’t Table, 6 chairs and lighted from home. Great opportunity. Westfield, 5 bedroom, 4 bath, COMPUTER HOME SERVICE gency transportation to doctor ap- doing their job. Call (800) 344-6408, if interested. Hutch. Still in box. pointments and educational facilities Mr. Riordan’s family is certainly List $2000 sell $975 Franklin School District, Free Estimate at your house. 257 Kimball Ave; available as well as shopping and the like. It is justified in seeking damages and re- SALES COUNSELORS Call (732) 259-6690 PC repair, upgrades, virus not certain where Adrian Riordan was imbursement for his medical bills as immediately, 6-9 month lease, removal, software, wireless Multiple Locations in NJ. $4000/mth. Call (908) 347-4811 off to that fateful day in 2004 when he well as funeral expenses, as they have MATTRESS SET installations. Call Katie & Mark boarded the Paratransit bus; however, been put through a nightmare. Did Exciting Sales Opportunity in fast (908) 494-5409 growing fitness & wellness $125 Queen pillow top BRIDGES States Need his trip was short-lived. Cited in a county officials offer their apologies company! Needed: ambitious, New in plastic w/warranty. for this terrible tragedy, did they offer career oriented, outgoing Can deliver For Men’s Clothing their condolences for this family’s individuals w/commitment to (732) 259-6690 loss, did they accept any responsibil- AREA – BRIDGES, an out- Movie Nights to Kick Off ity for what occurred or did they health & fitness. Competitive reach program that serves home- salary + commission, benefits & CHILDCARE / HOUSEKEEPER simply choose to remain mum, keep- less populations in Newark, ing the story under wraps? strong growth opportunities. Loving, Kind and Experienced Irvington and New York City, has DWC Fall Event Schedule Cntct: Sheri at (609) 683-7888 or The Department of Human Ser- nanny / housekeeper to care for revealed that it has a “great need” WESTFIELD – The Downtown welcomed at all businesses display- [email protected] your children and/or keep your vices, under the supervision of Direc- for men’s clothing. Westfield Corporation (DWC) Pro- ing an orange “Trick-or-Treat” poster tor Frank Guzzo, has responsibility house neat. Have car and The organization is especially motions Committee has planned sev- in the window. CHILDCARE NEEDED references. Call (908) 272-3625 for the Paratransit service, as well as seeking casual ware. Sweaters, eral events for the remainder of 2006. At 4:30 p.m. that day, the DWC will Social Services and the Juvenile De- Starting immed, need childcare coats and other cooler weather Movie Nights will be held for the host the annual costume contest on tention Center. Recently, an employee for 10 yr old, 3:15 - 5:30 PM, items also are needed. Toiletries PUBLIC NOTICE first time tomorrow, Friday, Septem- Quimby Street, with prizes offered by who worked for Social Services was Mon-Fri. Perfect for high school are welcome as well. ber 15, and Friday, October 6, in sponsoring businesses and Disc-Go sentenced to jail for the thievery of senior or college student. Driver STATE OF NEW JERSEY BRIDGES reported that its re- DJ as entertainment and emcee. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL downtown Westfield. Popular mov- over $144,000 in welfare checks with car preferred. References cent back-to-school supply drive ies will be shown free of charge at Welcome Home to Westfield holi- which went unnoticed for a period of required. Excellent pay. Take notice that application has been was highly successful, enabling day events will begin on Saturday, made to the New Jersey Alcoholic Bever- the South Avenue Westfield Train years, only to be detected by a bank Contact Pat at (908) 232-4493 the organization to deliver 500 Station (lower lot) at 8 p.m. tomor- November 25. Over 50 different teller. age Control, of 140 East Front Street, PO new backpacks and many school Box 087, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, for row and at the Elm Street field at 8 events will take place around And conditions at the detention PIANO LESSONS a Limited Wholesale License on behalf of supplies to those in need. p.m. on October 6. Moviegoers are Westfield. The DWC will publish a center were so deplorable that the Lilliput Enterprises, Inc., for a premises to The group expressed apprecia- holiday events calendar that will be Piano Lessons for ALL AGES. be located at 9 Desbrosses Street, Room encouraged to bring their own chairs state Juvenile Justice Commission tion to all who contributed to the or blankets. Water and popcorn will available in all stores and also online found that the county’s negligence in 8 years experience teaching 525, New York, New York 10013. drive. Supplies will continue to The persons who will hold interest in the be sold at the events. at westfieldtoday.com. maintaining the facility, as well as children, adults and senior be accepted and distributed citizens. Special attention to license are: On Sunday, October 1, during the The DWC will again host the fol- practices they enlisted, were a con- Michael S. Land, 612 Fairmont Avenue, through the end of this month. lowing: Photographs with Santa and beginners. VERY PATIENT! Westfield, New Jersey 07090 FestiFall celebration from 10 a.m. to tributing factor in the suicide of teen- Donations may be brought to 5 p.m., visitors may stop by the DWC Mrs. Claus on the weekend of De- ager Eddie Sinclair. All of these events Reasonable rates. Available Ronald Meyerwitz, 116 Sequoia Woods 561 Springfield Avenue in Sum- Court, Holmdel, New Jersey 07733 booth at 105 Elm Street for current cember 2 and 3; NJWA Alphorns; have occurred under Mr. Guzzo’s days / eves / weekends. mit (Christ Church) on Tuesdays Call (908) 419-4385 Cranford Objections, if any, should be made im- information about downtown Yuletide Carolers; the Frank Watson watch; it seems to me that someone mediately in writing to: from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Fri- Highlanders Bagpipe Band and Es- New Jersey Alcoholic Beverage Control Westfield. The first 100 also will re- hasn’t been doing their job. It also days from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ceive a free gift including a T-shirt or cape – Women’s Barbershop Quar- seems to me that Mr. Guzzo should be HELP WANTED of 140 East Front Street, PO Box 087, For more information about out- Trenton, New Jersey 08625 embroidered cap or acrylic cup. tet on Thursday evenings and Satur- relieved of his position. Though in Office Ass’t - p/t pos, in Westfield. Lilliput Enterprises, Inc. reach and volunteer opportunities, On Saturday, October 28, the days during the holidays. The DWC the movie DeVito got momma back, Property Mgt. Exp. a plus. 9 Desbrosses Street interested individuals are asked to also will host historic tour trolley New York, New York 10013 Downtown Trick-or-Treat Event will the Sinclair and Riordan families will Knowledge of Quickbooks, Excel. call Lois at (908) 273-0176 or visit return all day during normal busi- rides during the weekends of De- not be getting a father or son back Fax resume (908) 654-0699 2 T - 9/14/06 & www.bridgesoutreach.org. 9/21/06, Leader Fee: $45.90 ness hours. Trick-or-treaters will be cember 9 and 16. anytime soon.

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She is learning Had Been Secretary at Standard Oil Regional Medical Center in Arrangements were by the Gray Waving – I’m Drowning,” in a pro- how to manage symptoms of her illness Plainfield, N.J. Funeral Home, 318 East Broad Street gram on Tuesday, September 26, be- in their early stages. Marie A. (Colline) Schweitzer of Beth Nilsen, and son-in-law, Matt Born in Corona, N.Y., he lived in in Westfield. ginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Osceola Ms. Cappello, who resides in New Westfield died on Friday, August 25, Nilsen; her son, Chuck, and daugh- Fanwood since 1970. Memorial donations would be ap- Presbyterian Church in Clark. All are Jersey, was nominated for the 2005 with her family at her bedside at Over- ter-in-law, Dorian Schweitzer, and A veteran of the United States preciated to the American Humane welcome. Eli Lilly Award. She is president of look Hospital in Summit. She was 84. her caregivers, Tatiana Peskova, who Marine Corps, he waited impatiently Association, P.O. Box 987232, Wash- Ms. Cappello will present “Surviv- the DBSA-New Jersey (Depression Born in New York, Mrs. Schweitzer so lovingly tended to her over the past for his 18th birthday to enlist and ington, D.C. 20090. ing Mental Illness,” the true story of Bipolar Support Alliance) and founder was raised in Roselle Park and lived six years, and Liliya Babynuk, who serve his country. After his honorable September 14, 2006 her struggle for her life in battling of the Long Beach Island chapter. there for 20 years. When she married also helped with her care for the past discharge, he worked for the New bipolar disorder (manic depression). The Osceola Presbyterian Church her husband, Charles, they resided in several years. York Central Railroad and was Prayer to St. Jude Her goal is to provide insight and is located at 1689 Raritan Road and is Elizabeth briefly before buying a A requiem Mass was held on Tues- stricken with polio, a tough blow leav- Oh Holy St. Jude, apostle and helpful information that the audience handicap-accessible. Refreshments home in Roselle Park. In 1964, they day, August 29, at St. Helen’s Church ing him with one bad leg. can apply in coping with their own will be served. For more information, martyr, great in virtue and rich in moved to Westfield, where they raised and was followed by services at Saint While recuperating, he studied en- miracles, near kinsman of Jesus type of mental illness or that of a please call (908) 233-1628. their own family. Gertrude Cemetery in Colonia. gineering and gained employment loved one. A question-and-answer Christ, faithful intercessor of all PUBLIC NOTICE Mrs. Schweitzer graduated from The Higgins and Bonner Echo Lake with New York City’s Board of Sani- who invoke your special patron- period will conclude the session. Sacred Heart High School in Eliza- Funeral Home in Westfield handled tation, where he made many great Ms. Cappello achieved an extensive TOWN OF WESTFIELD age in time of need, to you I have beth and afterwards attended busi- the arrangements. friends. He retired in 1996. recourse from the depth of my professional background in television Public Notice is hereby given that the September 14, 2006 ness school. She was a secretary for Ray married a lovely German girl, heart and humbly beg to whom media research. Not responding to con- ordinances as follows were passed and an executive at Standard Oil Devel- adopted by the Town Council of the Town Renate, and shared 14 great years God has given such great power to ventional treatment, her journey for of Westfield at a meeting thereof held on opment Corporation in the research Julia Tapscott, 85 together until 1976, when she died of survival took her to the National Insti- come to my assistance. Help me September 12, 2006. division until she left the company Julia Vavrica Tapscott, 85, of cancer at the age of 42. He remained in my urgent position. In return I tutes for Health. Her story includes Claire J. Gray when her daughter, Beth, was born. Westfield died on Wednesday, Sep- at their residence in Fanwood among promise to make your name known Town Clerk Five years later, in 1958, she gave tember 6, at her home. many great neighbors and always with GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1879 and cause you to be invoked. Say Reading is Good For You birth to her son, Charles, Jr. (Chuck). Born in East Haddam, Conn., she the company of a dog or two. three Our Fathers, three Hail AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND After her children grew up, Mrs. THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF lived in Westfield since 1952. Ray was very generous to many Marys, three Glorias. St. Jude WESTFIELD TO PROHIBIT Schweitzer re-entered the workforce Mrs. Tapscott was a member of the charities and to his grandnieces, Jes- pray for us and all who invoke RIGHT TURNS ON TO CEN- as an employee of Mortgage Pay- Westfield “Y” Literature Club. sica and Kimberly Howell, and his TRAL AVENUE FROM PARK your aid. Publication must be ment Plan, based in Westfield. When Surviving are her husband of 58 grandnephew, Dustin Howell. In ad- promised. This novena has never STREET WHEN FACING A the company closed, she retired. RED SIGNAL years, Robert J. Tapscott; two sons, dition, he leaves a sister, Virginia been known to fail. T.K. Her children remember her as a Dr. Christopher R. Tapscott and Dr. Bauer, and a brother-in-law, Robert GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1881 wonderful, loving mother, who sacri- AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Stephen J. Tapscott, and five grand- Bauer, of Westfield; two nephews, PUBLIC NOTICE THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF ficed in many ways, always putting daughters. George and Richard Bauer, and a WESTFIELD TO CHANGE her family first. Mrs. Schweitzer was niece, Nancy Howell. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Private services were arranged by PLANNING BOARD goleader.com/subscribe THE SPEED LIMIT OF DORIS a parishioner at St. Helen’s Roman the Dooley Colonial Home, 556 PARKWAY Catholic Church in Westfield. PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- 1 T - 9/14/06, The Leader Fee: $21.42 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF Her husband, Charles, predeceased September 14, 2006 PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF WESTFIELD FANWOOD, after public hearing on June PUBLIC NOTICE her in 1998. PUBLIC NOTICE PLANNING BOARD 28th, 2006, denied the application and TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS variances to construct a bank and a nurs- TOWN OF WESTFIELD She is survived by her daughter, Notice is hereby given that the Westfield ery school on the property located at 314, NOTICE is hereby given that at a meet- PLANNING BOARD TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Planning Board at its meeting on Thurs- 324 & 328 South Avenue, Fanwood, New ing of the Township Council of the Town- PUBLIC NOTICE day, September 7, 2006 memorialized the Notice is hereby given that the Westfield NOTICE is hereby given that at a meet- Jersey, being Block 91 and Lots 3, 4 & 5 ship of Scotch Plains, held in the Council following Board action taken on August, Planning Board at its meeting on Thurs- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ing of the Township Council of the Town- and property located at 295 and 313 South Chambers in the Municipal Building of 17, 2006: said Township on Tuesday, September day, September 7, 2006 memorialized the PLANNING BOARD ship of Scotch Plains, held in the Council Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, being following Board action taken on August, 12, 2006 there was introduced, read for NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at the Chambers in the Municipal Building of 6-18 ENRICO A. PIGNA & LEO C. Block 66, Lots 6 & 9. 17, 2006: the first time, and passed on such first Planning Board meeting of the Township said Township on Tuesday, September WHITE, JR., 310 EDGEWOOD Documents pertaining to this applica- reading, the following ordinance: 06-08 ROSEGATE ASSOCIATES, LLC, of Scotch Plains held on September 11, 12, 2006 there was introduced, read for AVENUE, BLOCK 810, LOT 21 tion are available for public inspection at the first time, and passed on such first SEEKING MINOR SUBDIVISION Borough Hall during normal business AN ORDINANCE TO PRO- 119 WOODLAND AVENUE, 2006, the Board adopted the Resolution BLOCK 2101, LOT 21 SEEKING approving a minor subdivision of one lot reading, the following ordinance: WITH NO VARIANCES. APPLI- hours. HIBIT ILLICIT CONNECTIONS CANT SEEKS TO DEMOLISH EX- Mr. Bob Kraus MINOR SUBDIVISION WITH NO into two conforming lots for Custom Devel- AN ORDINANCE TO ESTAB- TO THE STORM SYSTEM OF ISTING TWO STORY, GARAGE Leib, Kraus, Grispin & Roth VARIANCES. APPLICANT opment, LLC for property located at 424 LISH REQUIREMENTS FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH AND PAVED PORTION OF OLD 328 Park Avenue SEEKS TO DEMOLISH EXIST- Union Avenue, Block 1502, Lot 14. THE PROPER HANDLING OF PLAINS GARAGE FOUNDATION AND PO Box 310 ING HOUSE WITH ATTACHED The file pertaining to this application is in YARD WASTE IN THE TOWN- SUBDIVIDE PROPERTY INTO Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 Purpose: To prohibit illicit connections GARAGE AND SUBDIVIDE EX- the Office of the Planning Board and avail- SHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS to the municipal separate storm system(s) ISTING LOT INTO TWO CON- able for public inspection during regular TWO CONFORMING LOTS IN For operated by the Township, so as to protect FORMING SINGLE FAMILY office hours. Purpose: Establishing requirements for WHICH THE APPLICANT PRO- 313 South Avenue public health, safety and welfare, and to BUILDING LOTS. Approved with Barbara Horev the proper handling of yard waste in the POSES TO CONSTRUCT TWO Condominium Association, Inc. prescribe penalties for the failure to com- conditions. Secretary to the Planning Board Township, so as to protect public health, NEW SINGLE FAMILY DWELL- 1 T - 9/14/06, The Times Fee: $22.95 ply. Kenneth B. Marsh 1 T - 9/14/06, The Times Fee: $15.81 safety and welfare and to prescribe penal- INGS. Approved with conditions. A public hearing for same will be held on Secretary ties for failure to comply. Kenneth B. Marsh PUBLIC NOTICE A public hearing for same will be held on Secretary Tuesday, September 26, 2006 at 8:00 1 T - 9/14/06, The Leader Fee: $20.40 PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Mu- Tuesday, September 26, 2006 at 8:00 1 T - 9/14/06, The Leader Fee: $22.44 nicipal Building, or any time and place to PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Mu- NOTICE is hereby given that at a meet- which a meeting for the further consider- NOTICE OF PENDING BOND nicipal Building, or any time and place to PUBLIC NOTICE ing of the Township Council of the Town- TOWN OF WESTFIELD which a meeting for the further consider- ship of Scotch Plains, held in the Council ation of such ordinance shall from time to ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ation of such ordinance shall from time to Chambers in the Municipal Building of time be adjourned, and all persons inter- The bond ordinance, the summary terms Notice is hereby given that the Westfield time be adjourned, and all persons inter- NOTICE is hereby given that at a meet- said Township on Tuesday, September ested will be given an opportunity to be of which are included herein, was intro- Board of Adjustment adopted Resolutions ested will be given an opportunity to be ing of the Township Council of the Town- 12, 2006 there was introduced, read for heard concerning such ordinance. duced and passed upon first reading at a at its September 11, 2006, meeting for the heard concerning such ordinance. ship of Scotch Plains, held in the Council the first time, and passed on such first A copy of same may be obtained from meeting of the Township Council of the following applications heard at its August A copy of same may be obtained from Chambers in the Municipal Building of reading, the following ordinance: the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park Township of Scotch Plains, in the County 14, 2006 meeting: the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park said Township on Tuesday, September Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- of Union, State of New Jersey, on Septem- AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- 12, 2006 there was introduced, read for tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. ber 12, 2006. It will be further considered AND SUPPLEMENT CHAP- Matthew Deis, 234 Virginia Street, tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. the first time, and passed on such first Monday through Friday by any member of for final passage, after public hearing TER V “ANIMALS’ OF THE Seeking permission to construct a two Monday through Friday by any member of reading, the following ordinance: the general public who wants a copy of thereon, at a meeting of the Township TOWNSHIP ORDINANCES story addition contrary to the requirements the general public who wants a copy of same without cost. Council to be held at its meeting room in AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND OF THE TOWNSHIP OF of Section 11.09E6 of the Land Use Ordi- same without cost. BARBARA RIEPE the Township Hall, 430 Park Avenue, AND SUPPLEMENT CHAP- SCOTCH PLAINS nance. Ordinance requires a side yard BARBARA RIEPE Township Clerk Scotch Plains, New Jersey, on September TER XV OF THE TOWNSHIP setback of 10 feet. Present and proposed Township Clerk Purpose: To establish, amend and 1 T - 9/14/06, The Times Fee: $34.17 26, 2006 at 8:00 P.M. During the week OF SCOTCH PLAINS is 7.87 feet. Application approved with 1 T - 9/14/06, The Times Fee: $33.66 supplement requirements for the proper prior to and up to and including the date of PUBLIC NOTICE revisions. Purpose: To establish, amend and disposal of pet solid waste in Scotch Plains, such meeting copies of the full ordinance Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Bracco, 226 PUBLIC NOTICE supplement requirements to control litter- so as to protect public health, safety and SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY will be available at no cost and during Maryland Street, Seeking permission to ing in the township, so as to protect public welfare and to prescribe penalties for fail- CHANCERY DIVISION regular business hours, at the Clerk’s of- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS reconstruct and add onto a single-family health, safety and welfare and to prescribe ure to comply. Sections 5:8-7(b) (c) (e) UNION COUNTY fice for the members of the general public dwelling retaining the entire existing foot- NOTICE is hereby given that at a meet- penalties for failure to comply. Section 15- and (f) of Scotch Plains Rev. Ord. Supp. 1/ DOCKET NO. F-15068-06 who shall request the same. The summary ings and foundation and retaining a mini- ing of the Township Council of the Town- 2.1 of Scotch Plains Rev. Ord. Supp. Of 2/ 97 and this Ordinance is substituted there- of the terms of such bond ordinance fol- NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT mum 25% of existing first floor contrary to ship of Scotch Plains, held in the Council 84, Township of Scotch Plains, is hereby fore. All references to “dogs” in the Ordi- lows: Section 12.03D, 11.09E6 and 12.03B1 of Chambers in the Municipal Building of deleted and this Ordinance is substituted nance of 1/97 remaining shall refer to (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- TITLE: BOND ORDINANCE said Township on Tuesday, September therefore. “pets” as defined herein. INDIA JONES quires a front yard setback of 28.8 feet. TO AUTHORIZE THE ACQUI- 12, 2006 there was introduced, read for A public hearing for same will be held on A public hearing for same will be held on YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND Present is 30.2 feet. Proposed is 25.2 feet. SITION OF REAL PROPERTY the first time, and passed on such first Tuesday, September 26, 2006 at 8:00 Tuesday, September 26, 2006 at 8:00 REQUIRED to serve upon RALPH F. Ordinance requires a minimum side yard FOR OPEN SPACE PUR- reading, the following ordinance: p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Mu- p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Mu- CASALE & ASSOCIATES, LLC, plaintiff’s setback of 10 feet. Present and proposed POSES IN, BY AND FOR THE nicipal Building, or any time and place to nicipal Building, or any time and place to attorneys, whose address is 290 US High- AN ORDINANCE AMENDING is 7 feet. Ordinance allows an eave en- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH which a meeting for the further consider- which a meeting for the further consider- way 46 West, DENVILLE, NEW JERSEY AND SUPPLEMENTING OR- croachment of 3 feet into required yard PLAINS, IN THE COUNTY OF ation of such ordinance shall from time to ation of such ordinance shall from time to 07834, an Answer to the Complaint filed in DINANCE 30-03 OF THE OR- permitting a 7 foot side yard. Proposed UNION, STATE OF NEW JER- time be adjourned, and all persons inter- time be adjourned, and all persons inter- a Civil Action, in which DEUTSCHE BANK DINANCES OF THE TOWN- with eave encroachment is a 5 foot 8 inch SEY, TO APPROPRIATE THE ested will be given an opportunity to be ested will be given an opportunity to be NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS SHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS TO side yard. Application approved with SUM OF $362,000 TO PAY heard concerning such ordinance. heard concerning such ordinance. TRUSTEE OF ARGENT MORTGAGE FURTHER REGULATE THE revisions. THE COST THEREOF, TO A copy of same may be obtained from A copy of same may be obtained from SECURITIES, INC. ASSET BACKED YARD WASTE COLLECTION MAKE A DOWN PAYMENT, the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SE- Dorothy Kozlowski, 204 Ayliffe Av- PROGRAM OF THE TOWN- TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSU- Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- RIES 2003-W5 UNDER THE POOLING enue, Seeking permission to add a full SHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS IN ANCE OF BONDS TO FI- tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED 2nd story over the front portion of the ACCORDANCE WITH REGU- NANCE SUCH APPROPRIA- Monday through Friday by any member of Monday through Friday by any member of AS OF OCTOBER 1, 2003, WITHOUT existing first floor of the home contrary to LATIONS OF THE STATE OF TION AND TO PROVIDE FOR the general public who wants a copy of the general public who wants a copy of RECOURSE is the plaintiff and JIMMIE Sections 11.09E6 and 12.03B1 of the Land NEW JERSEY THE ISSUANCE OF BOND same without cost. same without cost. KING; MRS. JIMMIE KING; INDIA JONES; Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires a mini- ANTICIPATION NOTES IN Purpose: To establish yard waste col- BARBARA RIEPE BARBARA RIEPE are defendants, pending in the Superior mum side yard setback of 10 feet. Present ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSU- lection and disposal program in the Town- Township Clerk Township Clerk Court of New Jersey, Chancery Division, and proposed is 4.4 feet. Ordinance al- ANCE OF SUCH BONDS. ship, so as to protect public health, safety 1 T - 9/14/06, The TImes Fee: $35.70 1 T - 9/14/06, The TImes Fee: $38.76 UNION County and bearing Docket No. F- lows eave encroachment of 3 feet into and welfare, and to prescribe penalties for 15068-06 within thirty-five (35) days after required yard permitting a 7 foot side yard. Purpose(s): Acquisition of real prop- the failure to comply. September 14, 2006 exclusive of such Proposed with eave encroachment is + erty, including an existing structure, in, by A public hearing for same will be held on date. If you fail to answer or appear in 3.4 feet side yard. Application approved and for the Township for open space pur- Tuesday, September 26, 2006 at 8:00 accordance with Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by with revisions. poses. The property to be acquired has a p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Mu- Hillside Cemetery Default may be rendered against you for street address of 1300 Cooper Road and Josephine Ward-Gallagher, 215 Pros- nicipal Building, or any time and place to relief demanded in the Complaint, and is designated as Block 14702, Lot 1 on the pect Street and 201 Prospect Street, which a meeting for the further consider- Amendment to Complaint, if any. You shall Tax Assessment Map of the Township. Seeking permission for temporary place- ation of such ordinance shall from time to Regarded as one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the East file your Answer and Proof of Service in ment of two trailers, one sales trailer 44 Appropriation: $362,000 time be adjourned, and all persons inter- duplicate with the Clerk of the Superior feet x 12 feet and one construction trailer Bonds/Notes Authorized: $344,000 ested will be given an opportunity to be Scotch Plains Court of New Jersey, Hughes Justice Com- 8 feet x 20 feet contrary to the require- Grants (if any) Appropriated: $ -0- heard concerning such ordinance. plex - CN 971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, ments of Section 12.04A, 11.12E5, Section 20 Costs: $12,000 A copy of same may be obtained from in accordance with the Rules of Civil Prac- 11.12E5, 11.12E7, and 12.04G of the Land Useful Life: 40 years the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park 908.756.1729 tice and Procedure. Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires the This Notice is published pursuant to Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- You are further advised that if you are number of principal buildings or structures N.J.S.A. 40A:2-17. tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. unable to obtain an attorney you may www.hillsidecemetery.com allowed on a single lot to be 1. Present is Barbara Riepe Monday through Friday by any member of communicate with the Lawyer Referral 1. Proposed are 3. Ordinance requires a Township Clerk the general public who wants a copy of It is far easier for your family if you plan ahead Service of the County of Venue and that if front yard setback of 30.5 feet (EFYD), Township of Scotch Plains same without cost. you cannot afford an attorney, you may Present is 30.7 feet. Proposed is 180 feet County of Union BARBARA RIEPE communicate with the Legal Services Of- for the sales trailer and 165 feet for the State of New Jersey Township Clerk fice of the County of Venue. The tele- construction trailer. Ordinance requires a 1 T - 9/14/06, The Times Fee: $54.57 1 T - 9/14/06, The Times Fee: $38.76 phone number of such agencies are as minimum street side yard setback on cor- follows: Lawyer Referral Service 908-353- ner lots of 20 feet. Proposed is 15 feet for 4715 - Legal Services Office 908-354- the construction trailer. Ordinance requires 4340. a minimum rear yard setback of 35 feet. This action has been instituted for the Proposed is 10 feet for the sales trailer and purpose of (1) foreclosing a mortgage Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. 15 feet for the construction trailer. Ordi- dated August 18, 2003, made by Jimmie nance requires a maximum all improve- King, as mortgagor(s) to ARGENT MORT- ment coverage of 7,200 square feet. GAGE COMPANY and (2) to recover pos- Present is 9,308 square feet and pro- session of and concerns premises com- Caring & Courteous Service to the posed is 9,996 square feet. Application monly known as 26 PROSPECT STREET, approved with conditions. ELIZABETH, New Jersey. Cranford / Westfield Area Since 1913 Said mortgage was eventually assigned Eric Lipkind, 622 Arlington Avenue, to the Plaintiff, DEUTSCHE BANK NA- Seeking permission to cover an existing TIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS deck contrary to the requirements of Sec- TRUSTEE OF ARGENT MORTGAGE tion 12.04F1 of the Land Use Ordinance. Westfield SECURITIES, INC. ASSET BACKED Ordinance requires a maximum building PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SE- coverage of 20%. Proposed is 20.8%. 556 Westfield Avenue RIES 2003-W5 UNDER THE POOLING Application approved with condition. 233-0255 AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED Robert & Jill DelSordi, 27 North Cot- AS OF OCTOBER 1, 2003, WITHOUT tage Place, Seeking permission to con- RECOURSE John L. Dooley struct a second story addition contrary to YOU, INDIA JONES, are made party the requirements of Section 11.09 E-7 of Manager defendant to the above foreclosure action the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- because on June 2, 2006, a judgment was NJ License # 4100 quires a minimum rear yard setback of 35 entered in the Superior Court of New Jer- feet. Existing and proposed is 23.5 feet. sey, Monmouth County by India Jones Application approved as submitted. against Jimmie King disclosing a debt in a variable amount. Said judgment was re- Joe and Nanette Loftus, 202 Harrison corded as Judgment No. J-137469-2006. Avenue, Seeking permission to construct Said judgment had a zero amount due at a two story addition to the rear of the home the time of the recording of the mortgage and expand and open existing enclosed being foreclosed herein and any amount front porch contrary to the requirements of Cranford now due under said judgment is subordi- sections 11.09E6 12.03D, and 17.02C1a 218 North Avenue nate to the lien of the Plaintiff’s mortgage of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance and or any lien, claim or interest you may requires a minimum side yard setback of 276-0255 have in, to or against the mortgaged pre- 10 feet. Proposed is + 6 feet. Ordinance mises. requires the front yard set back of 39 feet Charles V. Dooley DATED: August 30, 2006 3 inches E.F.Y.D. Proposed is 36 feet 7 Theodore J. Fetter, Acting Clerk inches. Ordinance requires a minimum Manager of the Superior Court of New Jersey number of off street parking spaces of 2. NJ License # 3703 RALPH F. CASALE & ASSOCIATES, LLC Proposed is 1. Application approved as Denville Law Center submitted. 290 Route 46 West Kathleen A. Nemeth Denville, New Jersey 07834 Secretary, Board of Adjustment 1 T - 9/14/06, The Leader Fee: $75.99 1 T - 9/14/06, The Leader Fee: $89.76 Page 24 Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Stamler Police Academy Recruits Zoning Board Reverses Zoning Officer’s Conduct 9/11 Service in Scotch Plains Decision on Granting Retention Wall By NORDETTE N. ADAMS higher wall and that ordinance lan- cerns that the wall created a hazard, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The SCOTCH PLAINS — As part of arrest and conviction,” he said, “the at the academy and students enrolled Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times guage was unclear regarding what the BOA could not consider con- their curriculum to become police ultimate goal and victory in the war in the Vocational-Technical High constituted a hazard. struction in its decision. “It’s not the officers, the police recruits attending on terrorism is that nothing happens.” School’s law enforcement program. WESTFIELD — The town’s board “With young children running purview of this board to suggest cor- the John H. Stamler Police Academy In attendance was Union County Ironworkers Anthony Briante and of adjustment Monday night heard through the neighborhood, you have rective measures. We are not the board in Union County conducted a Patriot Prosecutor Theodore Romankow, Joseph Vacante hung a memorial flag the appeal of Germaine and Richard a potential public hazard. There’s no of construction and appeals,” he said. Day memorial service on Monday Union County police chiefs and other from the rafters on the framework of Trabert of 930 Minisink Way to re- particular ordinance that determines Mr. Masciale said he saw the prob- honoring those who perished at the law enforcement officers, many of the new campus building. verse Town Zoning Official Kathleen what is a hazard. There’s a four-foot lem the same way he sees any other hands of 19 terrorists who hijacked whom worked at Ground Zero fol- Mr. Romankow told the recruits Neville’s approval of a four-foot re- drop-off that we consider to be as variance request and its impact on four American commercial passen- lowing the attacks. that as police officers, each individual tention wall around a new Stone Creek much of a hazard as a pool,” he said. neighbors. “I wouldn’t want to live ger jetliners and killed almost 3,000 The Recruit Color Guard posted has decided to dedicate his or her life Realty development at 940 Minisink Stone Creek Realty’s attorney Ri- next to this. Their construction cre- people, including 62 Union County the colors to half-mast, attended by to the country. He challenged each Way. Following nearly two hours of chard Huxford said that his client had ated this situation. It wasn’t a concern citizens on September 11, 2001. testimony and debate, board mem- followed the zoning laws and that the before this,” he said. The ceremony conducted for the bers voted to 3-2 to reverse Ms. property had been examined and ap- Regarding the board’s granting the law enforcement community was Neville’s decision. proved by town construction officials appeal, Mr. Trabert said, “Obviously planned and implemented by the 55 Board Chairman William and that the wall was not unusual. He I’m very pleased that our attorney members of current recruit class at Heinbokel and board member Ken said a look around Westfield would was able to present compelling evi- the academy in Scotch Plains. Soriero both recused themselves from “determine that there are hundreds of dence that there is a hazard. It’s like In presenting a flowering plum the vote. Mr. Heinbokel is the son-in- these walls all around. walking up to a pool that’s four-feet tree to the academy, Alternate law of Mr. and Mrs. Trabert. Mr. “There are 52 such walls within the deep and stepping into it. I’m glad Route Recruit Eugene Perrotta said Soriero is employed by the same law (Minisink property) area,” he said. that the board understood it.” the living memorial presented by firm as John Schmidt, the Traberts’ Later Mr. Huxford argued on behalf The board then heard Philip Geron the recruits “stands as a symbol of attorney. of his client that “the town council of 320 Lenox Avenue, who wanted to our resolve in the law enforcement Mr. Schmidt opened the Traberts’ decides what’s safe and not safe. It’s add 350 square feet of living space to community to be constantly vigi- case by saying that the four-foot re- not up to this board.” a pre-existing apartment in his one- lant against future threats to our tention wall was a safety hazard and BOA Attorney Vincent Loughlin floor property. The property already country.” also constituted a risk and damage to cautioned board members to not as- did not conform to the area, which is Recruit Perrotta was selected to existing vegetation and trees. Mr. sume Stone Creek Realty’s wall con- zoned for office space but allows resi- participate in the alternate route Trabert showed the board pictures of struction at exactly four feet was an dential space on upper-level floors. He program that allows qualified can- hemlocks, oaks and shrubs and pos- attempt to avoid getting a variance as said the apartment was for his father. didates to participate in the New tulated that their discoloration indi- Mr. Schmidt argued. Mr. Loughlin Town Planner Judy Thorton com- Jersey Police Training cated damage. He also showed pho- read ordinances also at least three mented that approval would mean Commission’s Basic Course for tos of how his property sloped down times related to retention walls, reit- expansion of a non-conforming use. Police Officers without first being to the retention wall and Stone Creek erating that hazards were walls “in- The proposed addition exceeded the construction’s site. appointed to a municipal or county Ingrid McKinley for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times cluded but not limited to” electrified building-to-land space ratio also. Con- police agency. HONORING FALLEN HEROES...Cadets at Stamler Police Academy in Scotch “There’s a curve or bend in the wall walls and walls containing glass, cerned about the coverage ratio and “We hope that the growth of this Plains gather to remember September 11 victims at a special ceremony on Monday as it levels out. There’s a sharp slope barbed wire or sharp edges. that the property already had a mini- memorial tree, and its rebirth of life morning. condition,” said Mr. Trabert. Accord- Mr. Loughlin advised board mem- mal backyard, Mr. Heinbokel said the each spring, will serve as a reminder the Union County Color Guard, which recruit to “continue to pursue the ing to Mr. Trabert, excavation of the bers to consider that the ordinance proposed addition “creates more of a of the spirits of those who lost their included officers from the Union spirit of those who died on Septem- property created the sharp slope, and requires that retention walls not cause crowding and less of an open space.” lives on September 11. It also serves County Prosecutor’s Office, Sheriff’s ber 11, and to attempt to live up to the the wall’s height did not offer ad- an “exceptional risk” to public safety The board agreed that expansion of to represent the strength and hope Office and the Hillside Police De- courage and sacrifice of those who equate protection from people possi- or create traffic congestion. a non-conforming use “goes in the that define our nation, and to inspire partment. died that tragic day.” bly falling into what he called a hole. Mr. Loughlin said in order to re- opposite direction” of its goals, and all who enter the academy,” he said. Others present included officers “The memories of our friends and Mr. Schmidt said, “The main ob- verse the zoning official’s approval unanimously disapproved the variance. “Unlike most crimes that end in an attending in-service training classes the others we lost on 9-11 must live jection is the safety issue, that there of the wall, the board would have to Board members approved the ap- on, and they will live on in your should be some fence there.” find that the wall violated the reten- plication of John and Connie Frontero actions in the future, because you are Mr. Trabert said the excavation tion wall ordinance. of 1011 Wychwood Road to connect PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE the future,” Mr. Romankow said. “You “created a steep slope by cutting into Board Vice Chairman Francis an existing detached garage to the a rolling slope.” TOWN OF WESTFIELD are the ones who will maintain their Smith said the emphasis of the ordi- main house. The Frontero’s architect aspirations and dreams.” Paul Rippe of 949 Wyandotte Trail nance was for public safety and that said the house is located on a large Pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A:5-7, the following summary of the books and said his property backs 940 Minisink accounts of the Town of Westfield for the fiscal year 2005, as made by Suplee, Clooney Union County Police Chief Daniel he was not convinced the public meant lot, and the garage contains space for & Company, is hereby published and is on file at the Town Clerk’s Office and may be Vaniska, who serves as president of Way and that the height of the wall as children or adults wandering onto cars and a rental apartment with a inspected by any interested person. the Union County Police Chiefs As- well as the drop created by excava- Stone Creek’s property. separate address. Claire J. Gray tion was hazardous. Saying that he Town Clerk sociation, said the events of 9/11 take “There are other things that can be Board members said retaining a on additional meaning for law en- had a 10-year-old daughter and 3- done to prevent children going onto rental property in the neighborhood SUMMARY OR SYNOPSIS OF AUDIT REPORT FOR PUBLICATION forcement officers. “The lines be- and 5-year-old nephews who play in others’ property,” he said. He said neigh- was less desirable than eliminating SUMMARY OR SYNOPSIS OF 2005 AUDIT REPORT tween liberty and security have been his backyard, Mr. Rippe told board bors could erect fences themselves to one and attaching the garage. OF TOWN OF WESTFIELD AS REQUIRED BY N.J.S.A. 40A:5-7 redrawn,” he said, “and those who members, “The slope is quite severe. protect children. “It’s not an excep- Mr. Luis Vilarin of 430 Everson COMBINED COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEETS perform public safety missions now My feeling is that anyone back there tional risk to public safety,” Mr. Smith Place approached the board, comply- DECEMBER DECEMBER have new initiatives, methodologies is going to fall – my wife, especially said. Both he and board member Rob- ing with the board’s request from 31, 2005 31, 2004 and challenges.” my daughter. The retaining wall is ert Burslem voted against the appeal. August that he provide coverage ra- ASSETS Recruit Thomas Ostrander of the not sufficiently high enough to pro- Mark Dougherty, who with board tios of other homes in his neighbor- tect my property from erosion.” Cash and Investments $ 15,704,582.94 $ 19,429,674.91 Westfield Police Department served members Brian Power and Chris hood. The board requested the data so Taxes, Assessments and as master of ceremonies. Father He said the excavation came within Masciale voted for the appeal, said, it could decide whether to approve Liens Receivable 904,803.75 875,020.21 Donald Hummel, chaplain for the inches of his property line and in “We need to consider that the grading construction of a two-story addition Property Acquired for Taxes - Police Academy and the Union some places crossed over, damaging was changed. I don’t have a problem and rear patio to the Vilarin property Assessed Value 312,720.00 312,720.00 his trees and vegetation and making it Accounts Receivable 1,924,859.52 1,815,135.43 County Police Chiefs Association, with the wall but with the grading.” contrary to a land use ordinance. Fixed Capital 1,956,443.67 1,956,443.67 presented the invocation. Reverend difficult to plant new trees and shrubs Prior to the vote Mr. Dougherty Mr. Vilarin said he compiled com- Fixed Capital - Authorized and Uncompleted 1,700,000.00 1,700,000.00 William Weaver, chaplain for the as a buffer against the Stone Creek referenced ordinance language re- parable coverage ratio data using Deferred Charges to Future Taxation - Union County Police Department, development. garding types of walls deemed haz- Google Maps professional software, General Capital Fund 14,504,212.07 12,791,637.39 He said the depth of excavation Deferred Charges to Revenue of Succeeding Year 61,462.60 81,462.60 delivered the benediction. ardous and focused on the phrasing which provides satellite photographs Fixed Assets 36,114,912.00 34,875,888.00 The memorial tree was planted disturbed him most. “I came home that hazardous walls included but of areas. According to Mr. Vilarin, the one day and it looked like I was TOTAL ASSETS $ 73,183,996.55 $ 73,837,982.21 adjacent to the memorial plaque at were not limited to the types men- city did not have sufficient surveys of looking into a grave.” LIABILITIES, RESERVES AND FUND BALANCES the entrance of the Academy honor- tioned. “We can use our judgment to homes in his neighborhood on file. ing those officers who have lost Mr. Schmidt argued that Stone determine whether or not the reten- Mr. Loughlin cautioned the board Bonds and Notes Payable $ 12,126,000.00 $ 12,836,000.00 their lives “In The Line Of Duty.” A Creek Realty’s building a wall at ex- tion wall creates a hazard,” he said. against accepting the Google Maps Improvement Authorizations 2,198,081.96 3,330,710.04 actly four feet, the maximum height Other Liabilities and Special Funds 12,355,728.29 11,732,294.30 temporary memorial marker was Speaking of the sharp slope, Mr. data as reliable. Mr. Heinbokle, not- Amortization of Debt for Fixed Capital placed during the service, awaiting allowed without having to request a Power said, “I don’t know how when ing Mr. Vilarin mentioned a neigh- Acquired or Authorized 2,352,443.67 2,247,443.67 delivery of a permanent bronze variance, was “a blatant attempt to people went out to inspect. They didn’t borhood property with an addition Reserve for Certain Assets Receivable 2,208,543.05 2,119,527.95 avoid requesting a variance” for a Fund Balance 5,828,287.58 6,696,118.25 plaque. see this problem. This to me is a very completed within the last year, said Investment in General Fixed Assets 36,114,912.00 34,875,888.00 scary situation. I think some type of the town should have that property’s PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE TOTAL LIABILITIES, RESERVES fence has to go up or the wall has to be survey and the surveys of two other AND FUND BALANCE $ 73,183,996.55 $ 73,837,982.21 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CITY OF PLAINFIELD and subsequently higher.” neighborhood properties. CHANCERY DIVISION assigned to plaintiff, MOORING TAX AS- Mr. Loughlin advised the board Board members said they would COMPARATIVE STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS UNION COUNTY SET. This covers real estate located in that while it may question the wall’s not make a decision on Mr. Vilarin’s AND CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE - CURRENT FUND DOCKET NO. F-8989-06 PLAINFIELD, County of UNION , and State FILE NO. 9505-06 of New Jersey, known as LOT 14 BLOCK erection and share neighbors’ con- application until they could compare YEAR 2005 YEAR 2004 NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT 436 as shown on the Tax Assessment his data with available town data. REVENUE AND OTHER INCOME REALIZED Map and Tax Map duplicate of PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: PLAINFIELD. and concerns premises Fund Balance Utilized $ 4,305,000.00 $ 3,500,000.00 RUTH WASHINGTON, HER commonly known as 114 OXFORD SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY the above entitled action. Miscellaneous - From Other Than Local HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PER- PLACE, PLAINFIELD, New Jersey. CHANCERY DIVISION YOU, JOANN MARIE (TERRES) Property Tax Levies 11,074,886.60 10,769,914.36 SONAL REPRESENTATIVES YOU, RUTH WASHINGTON, HER UNION COUNTY JONES, are made party defendant to the Collection of Delinquent Taxes and AND HIS, HER, THEIR OR ANY HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL DOCKET NO. F-9212-06 above foreclosure action because on May Tax Title Liens 798,331.33 1,055,754.90 OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN REPRESENTATIVES AND HIS, HER, FILE NO. 9506-06 17, 1990, a judgment was entered in the Collection of Current Tax Levy 107,826,766.27 102,475,044.74 RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCES- NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT Superior Court of New Jersey, Gloucester TOTAL INCOME $124,004,984.20 $117,800,714.00 EST; WILLIAM C. CARTER, SORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST; County, by Joann Marie (Terres) Jones INDIVIDUALLY; WILLIAM C. WILLIAM C. CARTER, INDIVIDUALLY; (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: against Karl Lee Jones disclosing a debt in EXPENDITURES CARTER, AS ADMINISTRA- WILLIAM C. CARTER, AS ADMINISTRA- ROENA PATRICIA JONES; the amount of $6,590.81, with costs. Said Budget Expenditures $ 30,573,879.58 $ 28,172,516.50 TOR OF THE ESTATE OF TOR OF THE ESTATE OF RUTH WASH- JOANN MARIE (TERRES) judgment was entered as Judgment No. J- County Taxes 22,932,866.62 21,593,498.77 RUTH WASHINGTON; MRS. INGTON; THOMAS A. CARTER, INDI- JONES; CAROLINE JONES; 054192-1990. Said judgment is subordi- Local School Taxes 65,928,384.00 62,932,897.00 WILLIAM C. CARTER, WIFE VIDUALLY; THOMAS A. CARTER, AS ROBERT OVERBY; GEN- nate to the Plaintiff’s lien. Special Improvement District Tax 378,111.90 371,106.36 OF WILLIAM C. CARTER; ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF ERAL ACCIDENT GROUP; YOU, CAROLINE JONES, are made Other Expenditures 812,317.14 834,271.28 THOMAS A. CARTER, INDI- RUTH WASHINGTON; YVETTE IRWIN BARNETT T/A WORLD party defendant to the above foreclosure VIDUALLY; THOMAS A. DEVALLE; STEVENS CARTER; and WIDE DISTRIBUTORS; action because on March 20, 1991, March TOTAL EXPENDITURES $120,625,559.24 $113,904,289.91 CARTER, AS ADMINISTRA- ALAN T. WASHINGTON, are made party CONRAD A. DEFILLIPPIS 20, 1991, a child support judgment was Excess in Revenue $ 3,379,424.96 $ 3,896,424.09 TOR OF THE ESTATE OF defendants to the above foreclosure ac- M.D.; entered in the Superior Court of New Jer- RUTH WASHINGTON; MRS. tion because you are the owners of a YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND sey, Union County, by Caroline Jones Fund Balance, January 1 5,648,507.95 5,252,083.86 THOMAS A. CARTER, WIFE property which is the subject of the above REQUIRED to serve upon PELLEGRINO against Carl Jones disclosing a debt. Said $ 9,027,932.91 $ 9,148,507.95 OF THOMAS A. CARTER; entitled action. & FELDSTEIN, LLC, plaintiff’s attorneys, judgment was entered as Judgment No. J- YVETTE DEVALLE; JOHN YOU, MRS. WILLIAM C. CARTER, whose address is 290 US Highway 46 031077-1991, CS80522983A. Said judg- Less: Utilization as Anticipated Revenue 4,305,000.00 3,500,000.00 DOE HUSBAND OF YVETTE WIFE OF WILLIAM C. CARTER; MRS. West, DENVILLE, NEW JERSEY 07834, ment is subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. Fund Balance, December 31 $ 4,722,932.91 $ 5,648,507.95 DEVALLE, SAID NAME JOHN THOMAS A. CARTER, WIFE OF THO- an Answer to the Complaint filed in a Civil YOU, ROBERT OVERBY, are made DOE BEING FICTITIOUS; MAS A. CARTER; JOHN DOE HUSBAND Action, in which MOORING TAX ASSET party defendant to the above foreclosure STEVENS CARTER; MRS. OF YVETTE DEVALLE, SAID NAME is the plaintiff and CARL L. JONES, ET action because on February 18, 1992, a COMPARATIVE STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS STEVENS CARTER, WIFE OF JOHN DOE BEING FICTITIOUS; MRS. ALS; are defendants, pending in the Su- judgment was entered in the Superior Court AND CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE STEVENS CARTER; ALAN T. STEVENS CARTER, WIFE OF STEVENS perior Court of New Jersey, Chancery of New Jersey, Essex County, by Robert SWIMMING POOL UTILITY OPERATING FUND WASHINGTON; MRS. ALAN CARTER; MRS. ALAN T. WASHINGTON, Division, UNION County and bearing Overby against Carl L. Jones disclosing a YEAR 2005 YEAR 2004 T. WASHINGTON, WIFE OF WIFE OF ALAN T. WASHINGTON, are Docket No. F-9212-06 within thirty-five debt in the amount of $5,324.15, plus ALAN T. WASHINGTON; made party defendant to the above fore- (35) days after September 14, 2006 exclu- costs. Said judgment was entered as Judg- REVENUE AND OTHER INCOME REALIZED TIMOTHY ECHEANDIA; closure action because plaintiff has been sive of such date. If you fail to answer or ment No. J-019102-1992. Said judgment Fund Balance Utilized $ 0.00 $ 70,600.00 YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND unable to determine whether defendants appear in accordance with Rule 4:4-6, is subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. Collection of Pool Fees 826,903.12 798,994.89 REQUIRED to serve upon PELLEGRINO WILLIAM C. CARTER; THOMAS A. Judgment by Default may be rendered YOU, GENERAL ACCIDENT GROUP, Miscellaneous From Other Than Pool Fees 16,145.04 27,808.20 & FELDSTEIN, LLC, plaintiff’s attorneys, CARTER; YVETTE DEVALLE; STEVENS against you for relief demanded in the are made party defendant to the above whose address is 290 US Highway 46 CARTER; and ALAN T. WASHINGTON Complaint, and Amendment to Complaint, foreclosure action because on May 27, TOTAL INCOME $ 843,048.16 $ 897,403.09 West, DENVILLE, NEW JERSEY 07834, are married, and if married, the name of if any. You shall file your Answer and Proof 1986, a judgment was entered in the Su- EXPENDITURES an Answer to the Complaint filed in a Civil WILLIAM C. CARTER; THOMAS A. of Service in duplicate with the Clerk of the perior Court of New Jersey, Union County, Action, in which MOORING TAX ASSET CARTER; YVETTE DEVALLE; STEVENS Superior Court of New Jersey, Hughes by General Accident Group against Bar- Budget Expenditures: is the plaintiff and RUTH WASHINGTON, CARTER; and ALAN T. WASHINGTON’s Justice Complex - CN 971, Trenton, New bara Jones disclosing a debt in the amount Operating $ 601,460.00 $ 660,190.00 HER HEIRS, ET ALS; are defendants, spouses. If WILLIAM C. CARTER; THO- Jersey 08625, in accordance with the Rules of $685.69, plus costs. Said judgment was Capital Improvements 1,040.00 855.00 pending in the Superior Court of New MAS A. CARTER; YVETTE DEVALLE; of Civil Practice and Procedure. entered as Judgment No. DJ-026309- Debt Service 157,000.00 160,155.00 Jersey, Chancery Division, UNION County STEVENS CARTER; and ALAN T. WASH- You are further advised that if you are 1986. Said judgment is subordinate to the Deferred Charges and Statutory Expenditures 27,000.00 24,800.00 and bearing Docket No. F-8989-06 within INGTON are married, the plaintiff joins unable to obtain an attorney you may Plaintiff’s lien. TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 786,500.00 $ 846,000.00 thirty-five (35) days after September 14, MRS. WILLIAM C. CARTER, WIFE OF communicate with the Lawyer Referral YOU, IRWIN BARNETT T/A WORLD 2006 exclusive of such date. If you fail to WILLIAM C. CARTER; MRS. THOMAS A. Service of the County of Venue and that if WIDE DISTRIBUTORS, are made party Excess in Revenue $ 56,548.16 $ 51,403.09 answer or appear in accordance with Rule CARTER, WIFE OF THOMAS A. you cannot afford an attorney, you may defendant to the above foreclosure action Fund Balance, January 1 492,861.16 512,058.07 4:4-6, Judgment by Default may be ren- CARTER; JOHN DOE HUSBAND OF communicate with the Legal Services Of- because on August 2, 1990, a judgment $ 549,409.32 $ 563,461.16 dered against you for relief demanded in YVETTE DEVALLE, SAID NAME JOHN fice of the County of Venue. The tele- was entered in the Superior Court of New the Complaint. You shall file your Answer DOE BEING FICTITIOUS; MRS. phone number of such agencies are as Jersey, Union County, by Irwin Barnett t/a Less: Utilization as Anticipated Revenue 0.00 70,600.00 and Proof of Service in duplicate with the STEVENS CARTER, WIFE OF STEVENS follows: Lawyer Referral Service 908-353- World Wide Distributors against Carl Jones Fund Balance, December 31 $ 549,409.32 $ 492,861.16 Clerk of the Superior Court of New Jersey, CARTER; MRS. ALAN T. WASHINGTON, 4715 - Legal Services Office 908-354- disclosing a debt in the amount of $2,181.93, Hughes Justice Complex - CN 971, Tren- WIFE OF ALAN T. WASHINGTON as 4340. plus costs and interest. Said judgment is RECOMMENDATIONS ton, New Jersey 08625, in accordance defendants for any possessory or marital THE ACTION has been instituted for subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. with the Rules of Civil Practice and Proce- rights you may have. the purpose of foreclosing the following YOU, CONRAD A. DEFILLIPPIS M.D., That the Municipal Court: dure. YOU, TIMOTHY ECHEANDIA, are tax sale certificate: 1. A certain tax certifi- are made party defendant to the above Reconcile all bank accounts on a monthly basis. You are further advised that if you are made party defendant to the above fore- cate 91-341, recorded on 3/3/1998, made foreclosure action because on August 31, Reconcile the open items of bail with the balance on deposit in the bail bank unable to obtain an attorney you may closure action because on July 15, 1987, by JAMES P. ALLEN, Collector of Taxes 1990, a judgment was entered in the Su- accounts on a monthly basis. communicate with the Lawyer Referral a judgment was entered in the Superior of PLAINFIELD, and State of New Jersey perior Court of New Jersey, Union County, That Departmental Bank accounts be reconciled on a monthly basis. Service of the County of Venue and that if Court of New Jersey, Essex County, by to CITY OF PLAINFIELD and subse- by Conrad A. DeFillippis M.D. against Carl That accurate books of original entry be maintained for the Parking Permits Account. you cannot afford an attorney, you may Timothy Echeandia against William Wash- quently assigned to plaintiff, MOORING Jones disclosing a debt in the amount of A Corrective Action Plan, which outlines actions the Town of Westfield will take to communicate with the Legal Services Of- ington a/k/a Buddy Washington disclosing TAX ASSET. This covers real estate lo- $2,100.00, with interest. Said judgment correct the findings listed above, will be prepared in accordance with federal and state fice of the County of Venue. The tele- a debt in the amount of $1,927.16, plus cated in PLAINFIELD, County of UNION, was entered as Judgment No. DJ-091791- requirements. A copy of it will be placed on file and made available for public inspection phone number of such agencies are as costs and interest. Said judgment is sub- and State of New Jersey, known as LOT 1990. Said judgment is subordinate to the in the Office of the Town Clerk in the Town of Westfield. follows: Lawyer Referral Service 908-353- ordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. 1 BLOCK 132 F/K/A 114 as shown on the Plaintiff’s lien. 4715 - Legal Services Office 908-354- DATED: September 7, 2006 Tax Assessment Map and Tax Map dupli- DATED: September 8, 2006 The above summary or synopsis was prepared from the report of audit of the Town of 4340. Theodore J. Fetter,Clerk cate of PLAINFIELD. and concerns pre- Theodore J. Fetter, Clerk Westfield, County of Union, for the calendar year 2005. This report of audit, submitted by THE ACTION has been instituted for the of the Superior Court of New Jersey mises commonly known as 83 of the Superior Court of New Jersey Suplee, Clooney & Company, Registered Municipal Accountants and Certified Public purpose of foreclosing the following tax PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. SANDFORD AVE, PLAINFIELD, New PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. Accountants, is on file at the Town Clerk’s office and may be inspected by any interested sale certificate: 1. A certain tax certificate Denville Law Center Jersey. YOU, ROENA PATRICIA JONES, Denville Law Center person. 89-590, recorded on 5/24/1991, made by 290 Route 46 West are made party defendant to the above 290 Route 46 West Claire J. Gray JAMES P. ALLEN, Collector of Taxes of Denville, New Jersey 07834 foreclosure action because you are the Denville, New Jersey 07834 Town Clerk PLAINFIELD, and State of New Jersey to 1 T - 9/14/06, The Leader Fee: $129.54 owner of a property which is the subject of 1 T - 9/14/06, The Leader Fee: $117.81 1 T - 9/14/06, The Leader Fee: $192.92 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, September 14, 2006 Page 25 ™ WESTFIELD FOOD 4 THOUGHT POPCORN Invincible: The Apple of Your Eye... Isn’t Immune to Criticism

By JAYNE SALOMON 1 can (21 oz) apple pie filling One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ½ cup sugar By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER seems to be raining in the South Philly ½ cup Captain Crunch (peanut butter flavor) 2 & 1/2 popcorns neighborhood he calls home, a fine The sun is shining, the weather is crushed hot and the beaches are crowded, so it 1 can sweetened condensed milk Here’s the problem with Invincible, bit of atmosphere recreated by art doesn’t seem possible that it could be PROCEDURE a rousing roar for the underdog de- director Charley Beal and company. back to school already, but here it is, In a nine-inch by 13-inch baking spite the main fault about to be noted. Fast forward, he takes the plunge. ready or not. dish or pyrex, melt the butter in oven at Witnessing the true-life tale of Vince Hardly surprising, no one in training This is a time of many changes: the 300 degrees. Set aside two tablespoons Papale (Mark Wahlberg), the 30-year- camp but Dick Vermeil, the recently weather turns cooler, vacations come of the crushed vanilla wafers. Remove old bartender who made it as a walk- hired Eagles coach portrayed by Greg to an end, many people relocate, the from oven and pour the crushed va- on for the Philadelphia Eagles, it’s Kinnear, likes our boy. The kid has TAKING SHAPE...Erika Sheffer (Evelyn) and Avery Clark (Adam) star in The really the idea we’re cheering for, and spirit, confides the new era gridiron kids go back to school and apple- nilla wafers on the melted butter press- Shape of Things at Premiere Stages. picking season is around the corner. ing down to form a crust. Pour the can not necessarily the man. guru. But is he the real deal? To the Apples, an all-time favorite, are of condensed milk over the top of TAKE THE STAGE Director Ericson Core’s treatment regulars who’ve come up through the harvested from August through No- crust. Pour the can of apples in a bowl of Brad Gann’s screenplay executes ranks, who cares? He’s an interloper. vember. Although we associate this and chop into small chunks. Add the Premiere Stages in Super every play along the stencil. Hey, it Fans of the sport will enjoy a revisit time of the year with the delicious sugar and the smashed Captain Crunch. worked for Rocky (1976). But the script to 1970s football, a crossroad between juicy apple, we are able to enjoy them Combine these ingredients and pour fails to get beneath the shoulder pads. the old and new. The action is exciting, all year due to advanced technology on top. Sprinkle the top with remain- ‘Shape’ With Season Opener O.K., so he has heart. But Rocky had albeit historically twisted and turned a in storage techniques. ing crushed vanilla wafers. soul, and a dog, and those turtles. This tad for Hollywood purposes. The locker By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY ing. So enamored by the encompass- fellow doesn’t even have a pigeon. room drama is the usual, prank-filled There are more than 2500 varieties Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of the versatile apple grown in the edges are browned. Cool before cut- ing love he feels for her, Adam will do All the same, Wahlberg’s portrayal test of will. Heightening the tension, all United States; the most popular being ting into squares. Serve plain or with Love, much like art, thrives in the anything to keep her- such as let her successfully evokes the vicarious thrill the new guys live in constant fear of that red delicious, golden delicious, gala, vanilla ice cream. most unpredictable places. The two video tape their lovemaking. that comes from accomplishing the dreaded summons: “Coach wants to Fuji and granny smith. Besides being of them are subjective, unpredictable His two friends, college roommate unachievable. If only for a brief mo- see you…bring your playbook.” the traditional gift presented to many a APPLE MUFFINS and elusive. In Kean University’s Pre- Philip, and his fiancée Jenny, notice the ment, we are not sequestered in the The inherent flaw is that this isn’t teacher by children hoping to ingrati- miere Stages’ production of Neil dramatic and positive change, but they office cubicle or stuck behind the wheel fiction. So Core is under pressure to ate themselves during those first weeks INGREDIENTS LaBute’s play The Shape of Things, also see that they might be losing the old of a truck in mocking traffic, but cross- embellish with some fancy footwork. of school, apples make a healthy snack 2 cups flour the parallels ring true. comfortable pal they knew and loved. ing the goal line to the thunderous But like the quarterback rushed from for the lunch box as they are fat, cho- 2 tsp baking powder On a mid-western American col- LaBute is noted for psychological applause of the adoring masses. all sides with no receiver clear, his 2/3 cup sugar lege campus, love hits an unlikely game playing; so don’t expect this to be As the film kicks off, the world is options are limited. lesterol and sodium-free. 2 apples (peeled, cored and chunked) There’s only about 80 calories in a ½ tsp salt twosome: kooky graduate art student the ordinary small-town college ro- mercilessly piling on Vince. Striving Thus, accurately or not, he supple- medium-sized apple and two-thirds 1 egg Eve(lyn) seduces nerdy English lit- mance. to make a living during the recession ments the action with a hackneyed of the fiber, as well as antioxidants, is ¼ cup melted butter erature major Adam. Each of the play’s Just how far will people go for of the mid 1970s, he substitute teaches love story. It’s the dramatic equivalent ¾ cup milk principals is the antithesis of the other love? What is the price that one is by day and bartends by night. Foot- of punting. Happily, Elizabeth Banks found in the peel. It is for these rea- ¼ cup apple sauce sons and the many other health ben- 1 tbsp cinnamon in philosophy, approach to life, tem- willing to sacrifice for newfound love? ball? He vigorously enjoys scrub as Janet, the tomboy objet d’amour, efits the apple provides that the old 2 tsp vanilla perament and character. The performance in Kean University’s matches in muddy junkyards with his returns the cliche with sprightly zest. English adage “an apple a day keeps Optional: 1 cup chopped walnuts Who knows what makes people lovely Wilkins Theater is presented with- pals. But to make a living? But on fourth down, goal to go, the the doctor away” has become such a PROCEDURE attracted to each other? out intermission, which adds to the mo- You see, he only played one year in film’s real bench strength comes from popular American saying. Preheat oven to 350. Grease muffin Evelyn presents herself as a sophisti- mentum for a surprising climax. high school. So even when the Phila- the hopeful crowd of ragtag cronies at For a quick tasty snack, put sliced tins. In a large bowl, combine flour, cated, independent, rabble-rousing in- Dialogue in The Shape of Things is delphia Eagles announce open try- Max’s. This includes the prodigal apples in your child’s lunch box along baking powder, 1/3 cup of the sugar, dividual who questions society’s morés skillfully crafted, layered deftly, over- outs at Veterans Stadium, more as a ballplayer’s factory-working dad. We with snack-sized caramel packs. To keep leaving remaining sugar to coat apples, and declares it hypocritical by nature. lapped wonderfully and adeptly ex- publicity stunt than a serious attempt still don’t know much about Vince. the apple slices from turning brown, and salt. Melt the butter in a saucepan. Adam, a shy bumpkin caught in his ecuted. Professional Equity actors Erika to attract talent, Vince is hesitant to Maybe there’s just nothing else. place in a sandwich baggie and use a Add the butter, egg, milk and applesauce gray world, seems afraid to question Sheffer (Evelyn), Avery Clark (Adam) dream the impossible dream. But those poor guys at the bar. Gosh, straw to vacuum out the air and seal. to the flour mixture and combine. Add anyone or anything. At the local mu- David Arsenault (Philip) and newcomer But even pragmatic sorts can be prod- they sure could use this redemptive Baked apples are a delicious and the vanilla. Toss the apples in a separate seum where Adam is a security guard, Kean University graduate Cathryn ded to seek the unattainable if it looks miracle being dangled in their down- nutritious after school snack. A little bowl with the remaining 1/3 cup of sugar when Evelyn steps over a protective Hardy (Jenny) make the interchange like there’s just no other direction to trodden midst. That we care is the maple syrup sweetens this simple recipe. and cinnamon and fold into the batter. velvet rope, he is appalled but power- between these characters credible. take. Working as an afflatus in reverse, better part of human nature. They’re The remaining unique apple reci- Fill muffin tins to top and bake for 30 to less to stop her. They’ve done their homework on his wife gives him the gate. A parting the Gipper. And Invincible has us root- pes are great for after school snack- 35 minutes or until golden brown. She stands perilously close to a gar- the back-story of the lives of the char- note scribbled on the back of a cereal box ing for the hero to win one for them. ing or end of the summer parties. The gantuan, anatomically correct nude male acters they play. We merely peek in flap informs that he will never amount to * * * * apple bars, apple muffins and apple statue, so he cajoles her out of a plan to on them and are caught in the real anything or ever make any money. Talk Invincible, rated PG, is a Walt Disney pizza are all easy to make and quick spray paint the statue as her rebellious whirlpool of powerful emotions. about unnecessary roughness. Picture’s release directed by Ericson to disappear. statement against the prudes in the town What creates truth in relationships Just previous to that, the school Core and stars Mark Wahlberg, Greg who have strategically placed fig leaves and truth in art? These two concepts where he teaches includes him among Kinnear and Elizabeth Banks. Run- APPLE BARS on the male anatomy. For her, that form run like train tracks through this play their cutbacks. To boot, it always ning time: 105 minutes. of censorship is “false art.” that opened in London a few years INGREDIENTS: Flirtation and innocent banter lead ago, and played off-Broadway before 1 box Vanilla Wafers (crushed) to Evelyn spray-painting her phone being made into a movie in 2003. 1 stick butter number on the inside of Adam’s ugly, Outstanding direction by Ted HOME & GARDEN TRENDS tattered brown corduroy jacket, which Sluberski, magnificently creative set CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 SP-F Arts Association he insists in calling a “blazer.” Her pieces by Bill Motyka and stellar light- Features Betsy Ruff Apple Pizza bold action undoubtedly is the most ing design by Nadine Charlsen make huge,” Ms. Ryan said, citing that room for a bulletin board but fear that brazenly exciting act anyone has ever the LaBute play visually intriguing. many live in older homes where tucking things away will cause for- SCOTCH PLAINS –The Scotch APPLE PIZZA done in his presence. The production’s focus on extra room is at a premium. getfulness, these items often end up Plains and Fanwood Arts Associa- For the first three quarters of the America’s obsession with the surface By going “vertical,” you utilize cluttering the refrigerator door by tion will feature Betsy Ruff in a pas- INGREDIENTS two-hour play, we get to see the meta- image of people and unending search existing wall space by adding coat default. tel portrait demonstration on Thurs- 1 Boboli pizza crust (thin crust preferably) morphosing power of love. Through a for the perfect shape, literally and hooks, shelves and/or cubbies to keep “Instead try stapling a sheet of day, September 21, at 7 p.m., in the 2 Red Delicious apples (peeled, cored and series of vignettes, Adam transforms. figuratively, couldn’t be timelier. clutter off horizontal surfaces such cork on the inside of a closet or Scotch Plains Library, 1927 Bartle diced) ½ cup sugar He does anything and everything as counter tops and tables. Hooks cabinet door,” Ms. Ryan suggests. Avenue. 1 tbsp cinnamon sugar Evelyn suggests to improve himself. Mystery Book Club and organizers can also be hung over Cork is inexpensive and available Ms. Ruff is a graduate of Pratt caramel sundae syrup Gone are the geeky black-rimmed the backs of doors for this purpose. by the roll at most craft and home Institute and has taught sketching 1 bag glazed walnuts (optional) taped glasses, plastered down hair, Meets on Sept. 18 This has worked wonders in my improvement stores. Simply cut it and watercolor at adult school classes PROCEDURE Preheat oven to 400 degrees on broil. twenty pounds of extra flesh, as well WESTFIELD – On Monday, Sep- kitchen. My husband nailed several to fit the exact dimensions of the and, more recently, watercolor at the as his self-consciousness. tember 18, the Screams in the Night inexpensive shaker pegs to a simple door(s), and you’ll be able to con- Vermeule Arts Center. Place Boboli pizza crust on a large cookie sheet and broil for 10 minutes. Replacing the old Adam is a self- Mystery Book Club will meet to dis- 1 X 3 inch board that spans the four- ceal items but still view them regu- The artist has worked in all me- assured, romantic hunk that now cuss “The Hundredth Man” by Jack foot wide wall next to our entry larly each time you open the cabi- dia and has done commissioned Remove from oven. Squirt caramel sauce all over crust leaving edges clean. dresses in preppy brand names, Kerley at The Town Book Store, 255 door. We also tacked up a wooden net. pen and ink drawings of homes as mousses his hair, makes healthy East Broad Street, in Westfield. mail caddy and key rack. Now ev- “You can also paint the insides of well as portraits in oil. Now she Crush the glazed nuts. Sprinkle over the caramel. Place the diced apples in choices for food and has taken up This book discussion group is open eryone simply hangs their jackets on doors with blackboard paint,” Ms. prefers to do portraits in charcoal running and weight lifting. to the public. For more information, a peg, and a storage bench below Ryan added. This provides space and quick informal sketches in pen a plastic bag with the sugar and cinna- mon sugar and shake until well coated. Adam’s love affair is all consum- call (908) 233-3535. houses backpacks, shoes and other for jotting memos and messages. and ink. assorted gear. She also suggested making the The demonstration is free and open Place the apples on the top. Drizzle more caramel syrup over the top. Broil Ms. Ryan also suggested revamp- best use of your calendar by color- to the public. ing a closet or armoire to become coding each family member’s ac- For more information, contact Tom at 400 degrees for about 30 minutes. Can be served hot or cold. user-friendlier. This initially requires tivities and appointments. This Yeager at (908) 322-5438. removing everything, including the makes it easy for even the kids to clothing rod. keep track of their schedules. “Install hooks at all heights, in- Ms. Ryan utilizes desktop files, WF Symphony Orchestra cluding low ones for the little guys, which are available in both simple along the walls and behind the and elaborate designs, for receipts door(s),” Ms. Ryan said. “Hang and bills. Again, the key is to take a Announces 06-07Season shelves at different levels, and add a quick moment to slip the item into WESTFIELD – The Westfield famed Butterfly Lover’s Violin Con- basket or container for each family the file as soon as you get home. Symphony Orchestra has unveiled its certo, this time with a unique element member’s belongings.” “Get one that’s not very big so it plans for 2006-2007. This season, the added with a newly written choral part Ms. Ryan said clear containers doesn’t take up a lot of space,” Ms. WSO explores the exoticism of performed by an amalgamation of work best, especially for children, Ryan suggested. “Plus, it forces you “Orientalism” in western classical Chinese choruses from New Jersey. because items can be viewed from to go through it by the end of the music. Perennial masterpieces, this year, MICKEY MOUSE CLUB…Mickey Mouse recently made a surprise visit to all angles, making it easier to find week.” A large body of standard classics include Beethoven’s 2nd and 8th sym- Westfield. LibGo Travel Senior Vice President Diane Brancella and Scott Horn, both gloves of a pair, etc. School supplies can be kept has been brushed by the mysteries of phonies, Sibelius’ Finlandia, the New manager of Liberty Travel, pose with Mickey after accepting an award for the “And no lids,” Ms. Ryan added, readily accessible for homework the East, and WSO travels a musical Year’s Eve performance of Broad- best Disney-decorated Liberty Travel location. explaining that closing lids just adds time by putting them all in a caddy journey to highlight these masterpieces way classics — always a favorite — that one extra step which most likely to be toted to the kitchen table or (Turandot, Scheherazade, Afternoon and a Halloween performance of the won’t be complied with anyway. desk. of a Faun and more) as well as some original movie Frankenstein in musi- NJWA Band Performance Such catchalls, including ones for “Rubbermaid makes one for un- undiscovered gems. cal technicolor and symphonic splen- magazines and newspapers, can also der-the-sink cleaning supplies, and The new season kicks off on Satur- dor. be neatly stored under a bench or it works great for crayons, rulers day, September 30, at the Presbyte- Discounted three-series and five-se- Slated For September 17 console table. and pencils, too,” Ms. Ryan added. rian Church in Westfield, with a pre- ries subscription packages, which vary AREA – The NJWA Concert Band “Watermelon Club” will be featured A single drawer can house keys, She recommended slipping home- sentation of Puccini’s final master- in price, ($75 to $300), according to will be featured at the Green Lane YM- in the second half of the program. cell phones, outgoing mail, movie work right into backpacks as soon as piece Turandot. November 18, the seating level, are now on sale for the YWHA, 501 Green Lane, located in The “Waves of the Amur,” an ex- rentals to be returned, and anything it’s finished, and keeping all school second concert, marks the first of two 2006-2007 season. Single tickets for Union, on Sunday, September 17, with ceptional Russian waltz will be fea- else you tote back and forth. This snacks and lunch-making supplies interpretations of the poems of the each concert are $25 to $65. Senior a two-hour concert beginning at 2 p.m. tured at the NJWA September 17 con- keeps all items together and ready to on a single shelf for easy access. ancient Chinese poet Tang in the form citizen and student discounts on sub- Known as the house band of the cert. In addition, the “Eighth Guards grab on your way out the door. “You don’t need to go overboard,” of Mahler’s final vocal masterpiece scriptions and single tickets are avail- Green Lane Y, the NJWA Concert Band Sharpshooter Division” march by “Drill a hole in the back of the Ms. Ryan said. “But if everything Das Lied von der Erde. able at all seating levels. features popular music, dance music, S.A. Chernetsky will be played. drawer for your cell phone charger,” has a home, you always know where The second interpretation will take Tickets may be purchased directly marches, concert suites and show Chernetsky is considered the “Sousa Ms. Ryan added. “This way it’s to find it and life is so much easier.” place on February 10 with composer- from the WSO office (224 East Broad tunes. The Y will be having its annual of Russia” and directed the Red Army plugged in, but the phone is still For more organizational tips, you in-residence Zou Long’s own compo- Street) or by calling the box office at open house and the concert is free. Band from 1932 to 1949. right next to your keys so you don’t can visit Ms. Ryan’s website or con- sition Poems of Tang, featuring guest (908) 232-9400. For the September 17 concert, the NJWA Concert Band rehearsals are forget it.” tact her at www.aneatspace.com. soloists, the Shanghai String Quartet. For further information, call band will play music by Australian held on Saturdays at the Westfield What about all the invitations, ap- Do you have a home or garden March 17 will feature the climax of (908) 232-9400, e-mail composer, Alex Lithgow, as well as YMCA, 220 Clark Street, in Westfield, pointment cards and/or school re- question or topic you’d like to see Zhou Long’s residency with a perfor- [email protected], or Russian composers Chernetsky and from noon to 1:30 p.m. For additional minders that may require future ac- covered in this column? Send your mance of his Double Concerto for go to www.westfieldsymphony.org. Khait. information about the September 17 tion? Because many of us don’t have inquiries to [email protected]. western and Chinese folk instruments, Bach’s “Prelude and Fugue in concert at the Green Lane YM-YWHA, commissioned by the WSO. Zhou Bflat,” Del Borgo’s “Fire Dance” and e-mail the band at [email protected] Art Auction to Raise 2XUSURJUDPLQVSLUHV Long’s ‘tipping of the hat’ to Brahms Lampe’s ragtime feature entitled or call (908) 964-1793. H[FLWHPHQWFUHDWLYLW\DQG will be reciprocated that evening with Money for McGinn 3,$12/(66216 YLUWXRVLW\ a performance Brahm’s 4th Symphony SCOTCH PLAINS – McGinn El- $//$*(6

Beth Painter’s

Contagious Drama Workshop

ACT OUT! Children’s Acting Classes Weekday classes for ages 4 and up Theatre Games, Creative Dramatics, Improvisation, Character Study, Monologues and Scene Work Now Enrolling for Fall Session

PRIVATE COACHING also available

The Presbyterian Church of Westfield Beth Painter,

WITH THIS AD certified teacher & actress

Leader For more info.& to enroll, call: September 24th ONLY, (917) 836-3740 Or, visit www.contagiousdrama.com