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(908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, May 20, 2004 Published Every Thursday Since 1890 OUR 114th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 37-114 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS DWC Eyes Lamberts Mill Rd. Main Street Synthetic Turf Field Celebration By BETSEY BURGDORF Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Okayed by Council At the Downtown Westfield Corporation meeting on Mon- By LAUREN PASS said that the Finance Committee is day night, the board displayed a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader currently working with the recre- bronze plaque awarded to On Tuesday night the Westfield ation department on user fees. Westfield by the 2004 Great Town Council unanimously approved The council also approved the first American Main Street Award an ordinance on first reading to bond reading of the operating budget for program. Westfield received the over $1 million for various recre- the Downtown Westfield Corpora- award for its efforts in revitaliz- ation improvements. The cost in- tion (DWC). The $377,920 budget is ing the downtown area while cludes funding for the installation of measured from a special assessment keeping historic preservation in a synthetic turf field and lights at the on downtown properties. There is no mind. Members of the DWC site of Houhlihan and Sid Faye fields increase in the assessment this year. flew to Albuquerque, N.M. in on Lamberts Mill Road. First reading was also held on an April to compete against other Before the meeting Third Ward ordinance that revises parking regu- designated Main Street com- Councilman Andrew Skibitsky ques- lations for commuters and down- munities from across the na- tioned if some of the cost for the field town residents. First Ward Council- tion. According to Lee Hale would be passed off in the way of man Sal Caruana was the only coun- Westfield competed against 50 user fees, such as charging a price cil member who did not vote in favor out of 500 other designated Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader per child playing instead of the en- of it. The revised ordinance allows Main Street Communities. GETTING READY...On Sunday, soldiers from the Westfield National Guard Armory worked on their physical tire cost going to the taxpayers. for daily parking in the South Av- Westfield shares the award with conditioning at Kehler Stadium in preparation for their deployment to Iraq via Fort Drum, today, Thursday. Town Administrator James Gildea enue commuter lot at a rate of $5 per four other towns. day and changes the enforcement Along with the plaque, hours of the commuter lots to 5 a.m. Westfield was awarded $2,500 to 12 p.m. for permit holders. After to continue revitalization ef- Turf Field and New Track at Kehler Stadium 12 p.m. parking in the lot is free. forts, road signs and a certifi- Commuters holding a permit will cate. also be allowed to leave their cars in The DWC board recognized the lots overnight. Mr. Hale for writing the appli- To be Put Before Public For Vote in December Upon final passage of the ordi- cation and securing letters of nance downtown residents will have By ED COONEY efits Kehler has to offer. Among the The artificial turf, new track, and in one of Westfield’s two intermedi- endorsement from a cross sec- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader to pay a $360 yearly fee to park tion of residents, businesses and benefits mentioned were Kehler field renovation projects will cost ate schools. The women were com- overnight in town. Residents will be property owners. The Westfield Board of Education Stadium’s pre-existing stands, its approximately $1.1 million that mended for their “continued pursuit required to park in the lot behind “This year is the first time the further discussed plans for the instal- ability to handle and accommodate would be paid over a ten-year period. of professional growth.” Baron’s Drug Store. Currently park- Northeast has won,” board lation of an artificial turf field and a crowds, and the presence of the re- The board will seek a bond referen- Vail, a Physical Education teacher ing is illegal in all municipal lots member and downtown prop- new track at Kehler Stadium at its cently constructed girls field house dum from the community to cover at Roosevelt Intermediate School, between 1 and 5 a.m. but it is not erty owner Joe Spector said. meeting on Tuesday. Plans for a flat at Kehler. the expenses. Berman determined has been teaching at Roosevelt since being enforced. “We got together the right de- artificial field are underway. Board Vice President Ginny Leiz that the state’s approval process is 1972. Caruana said that he didn’t vote tails that we might have been The board’s architect is consulting was quick to point out that Edison is not fast enough for the earlier pro- Roosevelt Principal Dr. Ken for the ordinance because there are missing in the past.” two separate artificial turf field com- far from being ignored, noting that posed date of Friday, September 17 Shulack spoke briefly about Vail, some people who both live and work panies to design a storm water drain- the district is installing a “high-qual- to seek out a bond referendum. The Executive Director Sherry CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Cronin stated that Westfield age system to install along with the ity grass field behind Edison.” The next available date for seeking such would most likely be asked to new field. The flat artificial field was field behind Edison is currently al- a vote is Monday, December 13 of sit on the jury who decides who chosen over a natural-grass crowned most unusable due to poor field con- this year. the award will go to next year. field due to its more even terrain and ditions and a pre-existing drainage Prior to the business portion of “What a great thing for a inherent drainage benefits. problem. Tuesday’s meeting, the board hon- Senior Citizens Express great town,” board member Additionally, the board discussed Berman described the project at ored Linda Vail and Janice Sheridan, Frank Arena said. its plans to renovate the field behind Edison as “fixing up something to the recipients of the 7th Annual Op- The DWC is hoping to host a Edison Intermediate School. make it more useable.” timist Awards for outstanding work Opposition to Proposed town wide celebration in honor New Jersey Environmental Pro- of the award on Sunday, June tection Agency regulations also re- 27, providing town council ap- quire the district to design a drainage proves. A souvenir commemo- system at Edison that allows the field MS Community Center rative mug is being considered, to drain into the stream at the far end of the school’s property. By BETSEY BURGDORF School is not suitable for children and if it is approved will be for Specially Written for The Westfield Leader sale at the event. Board Secretary-Business Admin- over the age of eight or nine years old Robert DeStefanis, a down- istrator Robert Berman presented the At Tuesday night’s meeting of the because it is not large enough. Gianone town property owner has re- board with a timetable for the Mountainside Borough Council, a concluded by saying, “I am concerned signed from the board and the project’s eventual completion. Tues- heated confrontation between a resi- (about taxes), but I find an overwhelm- DWC is seeking a property day was the deadline for a storm dent and the council compelled po- ing majority of the families I talk to owner to replace him. Anyone water drain cost estimate. Documents lice presence. Many Mountainside feel this is a pressing need.” interested in the position should that need to be filed by the board will citizens took the podium to voice Recreation Director Sue Wynans contact Claire Grey at (908) be received on or about Monday, their opposition to the proposed com- addressed those in attendance saying, 789-4041. June 21, and the board will be re- munity center. Tempers became “We are busting at the seams trying to The board also discussed the quired to approve various resolu- heated when one resident accused accommodate everyone, and I feel approximately $400,000 oper- tions concerning the construction at the board of “moving too fast.” the kids are being shortchanged.” ating budget it is seeking for its Tuesday, June 29 meeting. As- The council, after years of discuss- She stated that 290 children play next year, which was an item on suming a successful referendum, ing the lack of gymnasium space, hired basketball and 200 of those registered the agenda of town council construction would begin on June 1, an architect who has contacted com- use the gym at Deerfield. School teams meeting held Tuesday night. 2005 and the new field could be munity groups to determine what the have the gym reserved until 7 p.m. ready for the 2005 fall sports season. Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader biggest needs are. When the architect The board is showing a slight SWINGING THROUGH THE AIR…McKinley Elementary School in Westfield most nights of the week. Given the increase in the budget, which The board responded to an e-mail has adequately assessed the opinion of ages of those involved in the program, from a community member regard- held the McKinley Play-A-Thon Olympics on Friday. The students were able to translates to roughly a $7,000 enjoy the nice weather and compete in many activities, such as basketball, a cross section of residents, he will games and practices usually end by 9 or 1.8 percent increase. ing the district’s decision to place the volleyball, soccer, cycling, a marathon and gymnastic climbing (as shown present his findings to the council. A p.m., which does not leave much time Chairman Allen DeRose new artificial turf field at Kehler above). Fourth Ward Councilman James Foerst, Superintendent of Schools Dr. meeting designated solely to the pur- to accommodate those involved. stated, “The net effect to the Stadium and not behind Edison In- William Foley and McKinley Principal Claudia Andreski presented the medals pose of discussing the community cen- Mayor Viglianti urged the public to taxpayers would be a three to termediate School by listing the ben- to the winners at the closing ceremonies. ter with the public will then be held. use the November referendum to voice five dollar per year per house- Mayor Robert Viglianti said that a their opinion and eventually had to cut hold increase.” non-binding referendum will be put the public participation section off due Taxes on downtown busi- on the November ballot saying sim- to the repetition of the comments. nesses and property owners fund Freeholder Candidate, Ruotolo ply: “Vote ‘yes’ if you are in favor of The governing body plans on set- the majority of the budget. Mr. a community center, vote ‘no’ if you ting a date to discuss the architect’s DeRose continued by saying, are opposed.” findings with the public sometime “It is a modest increase for dra- When Bill McNamara questioned in September or October. A letter matic improvements down- Clash Over Detention Center the term “non-binding,” Viglianti said clearly defining the referendum will town.” that regardless of the vote’s outcome, be sent in the form of a sample By MATT MARINO Chosen Freeholders. demanded that the existing center be the council could act as they see fit. The $22,949 surplus from last Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ballot to all residents prior to the Bruce Paterson, a Garwood resi- closed. Many of Sinclair’s friends Viglianti also said that the cost of vote so that any questions or con- year will appear on next year’s Discussion centered on the con- budget as a normal line item as dent and one of the four Republican and family also showed up for the the proposed center is hard to deter- cerns that may arise about the word- troversial George Herlich Juvenile freeholder candidates this year, spoke gathering. This year, Padilla marked mine because there are so many un- ing can be explained. The mayor per the recommendation of the Detention Center at the May 13 meet- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 out against the freeholder board. the anniversary of her son’s death knowns. The board has yet to deter- assured the public the referendum ing of The Union County Board of The meeting took place during the with a candlelight vigil outside the mine what the square footage of the would be clear-cut and precise. same week as the one-year anniver- facility. At the freeholder meeting, center will be. Community need that In other business, the $4,640,091 sary of Edward Sinclair’s death. Paterson said he attended the vigil has been prominent thus far is as budget was approved showing 4.2 Sinclair was found hung in his cell and was moved to speak about the follows: a gymnasium, physical fit- tax points or roughly a $75 per house- on Mother’s Day of 2003, having center. ness center, offices and storage. The hold increase in tax dollars. been placed in the center only 12 “It was very emotional…a lot of board feels that the center proposed “We are mandated by county and hours earlier because of a bicycle tears,” Paterson said of the vigil, could cost approximately $6 million. state law to provide recycling. We theft. which he estimated to have around Bill Gianone, father and coach of were offered one bid and one bid His suicide led to heavy attention 60 people in attendance. an 11-year old son, called himself only,” the mayor said. put on the center, as well as investi- Paterson felt that the freeholder the silent majority in favor of the That bid showed a $74,000 increase gations on several government lev- board had not done enough to pre- community center. “The 2003-04 over the now retired previous pro- els. Among other things, the center vent Sinclair’s suicide, and even sug- basketball season had 11 teams fight- vider. Another factor driving the in- was found to have substandard con- gested that they were responsible for ing for gym space,” Gianone said. crease was a five-year plan to reim- ditions and suffered from constant his death. He said that while last year “Every team used the same gym burse the state operated police and overcrowding. While many of those the freeholder board declared it “The along with two school basketball fireman retirement fund, which will problems were fixed, the freeholder Year of the Family,” Sinclair’s death teams and two school volleyball cost Mountainside residents an addi- board was under constant pressure to cast a shadow over that declaration. teams. Every team was given an hour tional $38,000 every year for the next locate a site for a new detention “You claimed it to be the year of a week to practice, which was some- five years. center to be built. the family, yet you destroyed a fam- times cut to half an hour.” “A large part of these taxes we are Earlier this year, the board an- ily,” said Paterson. Deerfield School is the only gym passing on to you are coming di- nounced that the new detention cen- Paterson said it was the freehold- available in Mountainside. The gym rectly from Trenton,” the mayor said. ter would be located in Linden, with ers’ responsibility to look after at the newly renovated Beechwood CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 construction to begin in the immedi- Sinclair, and they failed to meet that ate future. responsibility. In addition, Paterson PAGE INDEX Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Last year, Yolanda Padilla, the brought up the numerous projects Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 12-17 WORKING ON IT...The new field house at Kehler Stadium is nearing comple- mother of Edward Sinclair, led a undertaken in the county, such as the Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 Classifieds...... 18 tion. The facility will offer a female changing room and workout area. protest at a freeholder meeting and CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-15 A&E ...... 19-20 Page 10 Thursday, May 20, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. 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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 • Nicole Robinson, 19, and a 16- • Joyce Lepore, 66, of Fords was town council. sidewalk at a time and will urge town downtown who shouldn’t have to pur- ing problems. He also said that the year-old male, both Plainfield resi- arrested at a North Avenue store and Others issues discussed were the council to appropriate money in or- chase two permits and move their car. number of permits sold for South Av- dents, were arrested on charges of charged with shoplifting merchan- condition of the downtown sidewalks der to do so. He also said that though parking is a enue should be increased to over 700. credit card fraud and theft by decep- dise valued at approximately $52. and the town council’s reluctance to When discussing the parking re- commodity, the council is putting a There are currently 627 permits issued tion after allegedly attempting to She was released on her own recog- help fund the renovations. Members development status, Mrs. Cronin price on something when there is no for the lot with 643 people on the use a stolen credit card at a store at nizance after being issued a court of the DWC feel that 25 percent of stated that the DWC approached demand. waiting list. East Broad and Elm Streets. Both summons. the sidewalks downtown are in need downtown employers, as well as Second Ward Councilman Rafael Allen Solomon told the council that Betancourt, who also chairs the Public by reducing the size of the proposed were released on their own recogni- • A Cambridge Street resident re- of repair and should be a priority, employees to determine how many zance. ported being awakened by the sound with Chairman DeRose claiming, would agree to pre-purchase permits Safety, Transportation and Parking parking decks it defeats the original Committee, said that he has received purpose of increasing parking. He also • A Marion Avenue resident re- of footsteps on his roof and subse- “The downtown is utilized by every entitling them to a spot in one of the requests from downtown residents to said that though the council is seeking ported an incident of identity theft quently observed a male suspect try- single resident.” The Sidewalk Re- proposed parking decks. The per- have night parking privileges. He said, to not put the burden of the parking involving unauthorized use of her ing to enter a rear kitchen window on placement Project, a project offered mits would most likely cost $900 to “We have to pay for the things we use.” decks on the taxpayers’ backs, using by the Department of Public Works $1,000 annually. credit card, to which $1,800 in the first floor of the home. Fourth Ward Councilman Lawrence parking revenue to offset the costs in- charges was made. The suspect was described as hav- and funded by the town offering 50 According to Ms. Cronin, there have Goldman said that while he was voting stead of the budget would affect taxes. percent reimbursement for all side- been a large number of downtown in favor of the ordinance he thought the Jubb Corbet said that having a better WEDNESDAY, MAY 12 ing a large build, short hair and walk repairs, has no money left and employees who would be willing to residential permit fee is too high. parking system in town would benefit • An East Broad Street business dark skin, and was wearing a black- has begun a waiting list for those purchase a permit “on good faith.” The At the start of the meeting DWC all property owners. He compared it to owner reported an attempted bur- and-white check shirt. After the interested in the program. informal survey was taken so that, “We Executive Director Sherry Cronin pre- the school system having a positive glary at his store after finding the homeowner yelled at him, the sus- The DWC would like to suggest a could go back to the council and say sented the council with the Great Ameri- effect on property values. rear door window had been broken pect retreated from the window, sidewalk design that is aesthetically that the need is there and the commit- can Main Street Award the town re- Nancy Rich said that she feels the out with a rock and pry marks then calmly walked to the front pleasing for those downtown prop- ment would be met,” she continued. cently won in Alberquerque, NM. town needs to build parking, as it is a Westfield is one of five towns in the shopping and entertainment destina- were discovered along the door. yard and exited the area, according erty owners who are willing to help Special Police Captain John Mor- Entry to the premises was not replace their sidewalk, but requires gan presented to the board a brief country to win the award this year, and tion. to police. money from town council in order to demonstration of the new parking the only town on the east coast. Cory Mermer asked the mayor for gained. The Union County Sheriff’s hire a designer. The board would like meter his department is considering. Several residents spoke to the coun- information regarding recent closed- • A Pierson Street resident reported Office’s K-9 Unit responded to the to renovate and replace one block of The meter would allow a 15-minute cil regarding parking and the proposed door meetings with the developer. the theft of her VISA Debit card and scene. Entry to the premises was not grace period for anyone “just run- redevelopment projects. Mayor Gregory McDermott responded the unlawful withdrawal of $400 from gained. ning in for a cup of coffee,” he said. Jim Baker said with the recent influx that the council is still in negotiations her checking account at an ATM in SATURDAY, MAY 15 of stores in the last five years Westfield and said “as soon as we get closer to The meter would not register over- does not, “sound like a town being what we feel we can live with” they Union. • In separate incidents, Mia Fiore, Detention Ctr. time until the 15 minutes ran out. strangled by a parking problem.” will present it to the public. He said • The owner of a Prospect Street 27, and Jack Ferrante, 29, both of The meter does not allow the patron He said that Lot 8 on Elm Street, that it is the council’s goal that the business reported a possible at- Westfield, were each charged with CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 to push the “grace period” button which is currently being used as an garages are self-sufficient and that the tempted burglary at her establish- driving while intoxicated after being new Union County Police building more than once. If more time was employee permit lot, should be com- finance committee is going over pro- ment after discovering a cinder block stopped at a checkpoint on Central needed, payment would be required. and the atrium currently being con- bined at Lot 9 on North Avenue. He jections with the developer and their had been used to break out the front Avenue. Both were released on their The next meeting of the DWC is financial consultants, Desmond As- structed at the Administration Build- said that opening Lot 8 for use by door window. own recognizance. ing in Elizabeth. Monday, June 21 at 7:30 p.m. Meet- shoppers would solve shoppers’ park- sociates. In the meantime, he said, there ings are held at the DWC offices was no money to upgrade the deten- located at 105 Elm Street on the tion center. lower level of the building. Recent Home Sales It was suggested by Paterson that a Turf Field at Kehler Stadium plaque be erected at the new deten- tion center in memory of Edward WESTFIELD Fairacres Avenue, $470,000. Sinclair, saying that “it appears that MS Council To Be Put Before Voters V&R Realty, Co., Inc. to Christian Edward and Noram Kiel to Toby it was his death that really spurred CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and Ralane Bonn, 905 Bailey Court, Two Realty, LLC, 922 Coolidge you on to finally do something about The council approved a resolution saying, “she makes all of the kids feel collect data and monitor progress for a $1,157,500. Street, $429,000. the deplorable conditions.” to appoint the summer playground special.” personal fitness program,” and “be able Richard Buontempo to Flyn and Raymond and Bernice Baer to Eric Freeholder Mary Ruotolo directly staff. In addition, the council passed “It is an honor to work with her,” he to create a website that will address an Kelly Gropack, 510 Codding Road, Bernstein, 25 Manitou Circle, $579,900. responded to Paterson’s remarks, ex- a resolution to purchase savings bonds said. issue in the humanities.” $692,000. Mark and Christann Cannone to pressing outrage and anger on behalf for the Deerfield School Valedicto- Members of the Roosevelt Student Foley noted that his presentation was Council also spoke to thank Vail for her “not a complete plan.” Board member Michael Moran to Andrew Edward France, 257 Windsor Av- of the board that Paterson would sug- rian and Salutatorian. Davlouros and Cheryl Bishop, 418 enue, $220,000. gest the freeholders had something to hard work and dedication. Vail herself Richard Solomon expressed concern at The town approved a motion for also spoke to “thank the community the difficulty level of some of the pre- Westfield Avenue, $625,000. Robert and Eileen Smith to Stephen do with Sinclair’s tragic death. two off premise raffle licenses for “Each time you come to this po- for supporting its students.” sented assignments, saying, “ I don’t Primavera Parkview, LLC to and Debra Murphy, 702 Westfield the Mountainside Fire Engine Com- Sheridan has been a Media Special- know if these objectives are aggressive Nicholas and Melynda Cullen, III, dium,” said Ruotolo, “I find that you pany. The department will hold its Avenue, $565,000. ist at Edison since 1987. Edison Princi- enough.” 632 Benson Place, $919,000. Clinton and Tracy Factor to Jo- have no interest in the facts, nor do you annual Wet Down on Saturday, July pal Cheryl O’Brien thanked Sheridan The board saw a presentation from the have any care or interest in the truth.” 10, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church for her “happiness and joy in the library Roosevelt chapter of Girls Learn Interna- Antonios and Cynthia Katsingris seph Offnick and Jennifer Poulos, Ruotolo felt that Paterson had no and Deerfield School. that is sensed by every student.” tional, a student group that highlights to Craig and Kimberly Miller, 757 850 Tice Place, $565,000. real interest in the detention center On Memorial Day, at 1 p.m. the Sheridan also spoke, commending the issues facing young girls around the world. issue, but instead he was looking to council will hold an unveiling and town’s parents for fostering “a sense of In their slide-show presentation, the girls capitalize on a sensitive topic to sway dedication ceremony honoring a community.” recited a part of the United Nations’ SCOTCH PLAINS voters. She added that not only had Mountainside hero who is a Vietnam Superintendent of Schools Dr. Will- Universal Declaration of Rights concern- he offended the freeholder board with War MIA. The new road, which is off iam Foley gave the board a preliminary ing the education of women. Denying POLICE BLOTTER his comments, but he also had in- of New Providence Road, will be outline of the district’s 2004-2007 Tech- proper education to young girls around sulted Sinclair’s family. named Egan Court in honor of Major nology Plan. Foley’s presentation in- the world, they said, “blocks countries’ FRIDAY, MAY 14 that his cell phone was taken out of “I think that it is absolutely deplor- James T. Egan, Jr. who is still consid- cluded a number of goals and objec- development and the elimination of pov- • David Flower, 45, of 2401 his unlocked vehicle while it was able that you would stand there and ered missing in action. Monday, May tives that need to be met to fulfill those erty.” Hamlette Place was arrested and parked at the Jerseyland Park. The make that accusation,” said the free- 31, the day Memorial Day is cel- goals. Fifth grade students “will be The group’s goal is to “encourage charged with robbery. Mr. Fowler is able to use proper keyboarding tech- young women to become advocates of driver left the vehicle unlocked while holder. ebrated nationwide would have been accused of removing the victim’s he attended baseball practice. He In other news, Freeholder Dan niques, complete a simple research re- positive social change.” The Roosevelt Major Egan’s 63rd birthday. His sis- wallet from out of his rear pocket. returned a few hours later and dis- Sullivan announced that as part of New port using a search engine and word chapter of Girls Learn International is ter, who is his only known surviving processing software, prepare and inter- partnered with the English Language The victim was robbed inside the covered the cell phone missing. Jersey’s ongoing conversion to digital relative, will be flying in from Cali- Scotch Plains public library. Two drivers’ licenses, the Rahway and pret a simple graph and solve prob- Institute in Kabul, Afghanistan. • The owner of Olympic Wines fornia to attend the ceremony. lems,” according to the report. At the Through translators, girls from both witnesses followed Mr. Fowler as he Springfield motor vehicle offices are Administrator James Debbie talked and Spirits, located on Route 22 East, other end of the academic spectrum, schools have exchanged letters and left the library. Mr. Fowler stated to now able to process the new digital briefly on the issue of speeding on area twelfth graders “will use technology to actively write to one another. reported that three males entered into licenses. The new licenses are designed streets and assured the public that “we the witnesses that he was armed. The the store and began shoplifting bottles to provide greater security measures, are coming up with options.” He said Scotch Plains Police were able to of liquor valued at $300.00. The thus making it almost impossible for that a large number of tickets have locate Mr. Fowler running through owner went to approach them and people to make fake licenses for iden- been handed out; an option he feels is the rear yards on Stout Avenue. Mr. they took off running out of the store. tification and other purposes. the most likely to deter speeding. Fowler was apprehended, processed • A Grant Avenue resident reported and then sent to the Union County that on May 12 his wallet was either Jail. lost or stolen and now someone is Start your... • A Birch Street resident reported using his identification at PNC Bank. “Drivin’” Dave Williams Speeding Enforcement Stats. Rose Rally For the Month of April Weekend Street Warnings Summonses WE LIKE BINGO BETTER…Students at Tamaques Elementary School in Buy 1 Rose Westfield filled their spare time playing bingo during Family Bingo Night, a Rahway Avenue 7 4 10% off popular event held during TV-Free Week. Buy 2 Roses Willow Grove Road 2 1 20% Off Tamaques Pupils Marked Prospect Street 0 7 Buy 3+ Roses Dudley Avenue 1 14 30% Off TV-Free Week With Events East Broad Street 1 5 WESTFIELD – Students at Tamaques four days of television earned coupons Mountain Avenue 2 2 Elementary School in Westfield observed for Manhattan Bagel in Westfield, Rita’s TV-Free Week as part of a national pro- Ices in Rahway, Linden Lanes in Linden, Lawrence Avenue 7 14 gram which encourages children and adults and 7-11 in Westfield. The Town Book ...Roses!! to turn off the television and find alternate Store in Westfield also offered a discount to Woodland Avenue 1 16 ways of spending spare time, such as the students in order to promote reading. reading, playing games, and enjoying the Tamaques Principal Michael Cullen North Avenue 2 5 This Weekend Celebrate a Winning Rose outdoors. issued a challenge to the pupils: if the 485 Central Avenue 4 5 Garden at our Rose Rally. During each day of TV-Free Week, the students accumulated 1,500 TV-Free students completed a form attesting that days, they would be rewarded with extra Summit Avenue 1 1 There are special savings on rose bushes they did not watch television. All partici- recess time. By Friday of TV-Free Week, as you head towards the checkered flag. pants received a treat coupon each day the students exceeded this goal and Prin- Lamberts Mill Road 1 0 from a local business as a reward. cipal Cullen followed through with his You can start your garden with 1 rose bush For example, students who sacrificed promise. South Avenue 0 1 and recieve 10% off, or buy 2 roses and get Clark Street 2 0 20% off or win the race buying 3 or more roses and get 30% off all of your roses. Boulevard 2 5 There are thousands of rose varieties out Westfield Avenue 1 3 there, but only a small percentage of these Brightwood Avenue 1 0 are winners in the garden. We have Scotch Plains Avenue 1 0 hundreds of varieties, we have selected Grove Street 1 those that are the best varieties for our 2 area. All of our roses carry an 8.0 or Shackamaxon Drive 0 1 higher rating by the American Rose West Broad Street 1 5 Society. Springfield Avenue 2 0 Hillside Avenue 0 2 This Weeks Hours 5/17-5/23 Benson Place 1 0 Wed-Sat 9am-7pm Sun-Tue 9am-6pm Totals: 41 93 The monthly publishing of speeding enforcement is part of ILLIAMS URSERY the Westfield Police Department’s efforts to make the streets of & The Gift House Westfield safer for everyone. The Westfield Police Department www.williams-nursery.com will not tolerate agressive drivers, and while issuing sum- 524 Springfield Ave Quick Gift monses is not the main objective, it is necessary in order to Westfield • 908-232-4076 Solution gain compliance with traffic laws. THE

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timesnj.com TIMES USPS 485200 Thursday, May 20, 2004 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 46TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 21-46 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] Summer Road FW Council Starts Repair Projects In SP Detailed To Look at Details By FRED ROSSI Specially Written for The Times The Scotch Plains Township Of 2004 Budget Council held a special meeting midway through its conference By ELIZABETH CORRELL advantage of this is that it would session on Tuesday evening to Specially Written for The Times completely eliminate the need for approve a $280,000 contract Special meetings of Fanwood’s any computer upgrades in the future, with Great Northern Recycling mayor and council are being held to as they could all be done directly for the residential clean-up pro- discuss the borough’s 2004 budget. through the centralized server, gram, which will begin the week Currently functioning under a tem- thereby also eliminating the need for of June 7. porary budget that was expedited in a computer technician to physically The action came after two order to meet the deadline for an come out to the office. No new com- earlier bids were rejected due to extraordinary aid application to the puter purchases would be required their price. Township Manager state, the council is now reviewing for approximately five years. Other Thomas Atkins was given the all details of the budget in order to advantages would include being able authority to negotiate a con- come up with a final document. to set up an in-house email system tract for the service. In the first During Tuesday night’s review of for the office, with as many e-mail round of bidding, Waste Man- the 2004 capital budget, Council- addresses as desired, including those agement submitted a bid of man Michael Brennan reported that for special events, providing bor- $329,000, while Great North- he met with a vendor that does ough employees, the mayor and coun- ern provided a $295,000 bid troubleshooting for the borough of- cil members with the capability to earlier this month. Last year’s Ben Solomon for The Times fice and police department. The ven- access e-mail from home. spring clean-up program cost RELAY FOR LIFE...Dr. Carol Choye, Superindendent of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood school district, and Rob Mattar, dor came up with a proposal that The Fanwood Memorial Library the township $185,000. an SPFHS alumni, both cancer survivors, walked the first lap together at the Relay For Life on Friday night. Barie and would provide a server for Borough Tracy Salmon and Josh Liss, Student Movement Against Cancer Co-Presidents, coordinated the event with the American currently has this set up at their loca- Atkins said that Great North- Cancer Society. Hall. Brennan pointed out that the tion. The mayor and council com- ern would be using several dif- mended Councilman Brennan for a ferent trucks during the pro- “good job” coming up with this help- gram so that recyclable items ful computer solution, and will in- could be separated at individu- Increase in State Funding Is a Priority clude this in the proposed budget. als’ residences when picked up. Before going ahead with the final Residents might see a truck pick decision, they will get additional bids up only certain materials in front from other computer companies to of their homes before a second For Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Ed. ensure the best price. or third truck arrives to pick up The council had already decided the remaining items. By MICHELLE SCHACKMAN Thursday night, newly elected Board surrounding the topic of federal fund- new students will move into the to grant the request of the police After a harsh winter, officials Specially Written for The Times President Linda Nelson asked fellow ing for a district such as Woodbridge Hovnanian development by the fall, department to provide another ve- are expecting a busy summer of The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board board members if the board wanted that potentially already received more board member Edward Saridaki hicle in this year’s budget, and a roadway resurfacing. “I don’t of Education declined to support a to sign a petition that would be sent federal funding than Scotch Plains- pointed out that within the next five discussion was held regarding the remember resurfacing work petition initiated by the Woodbridge to Washington, D.C. requesting an Fanwood. years as toddlers become school- type of vehicle. Police have requested starting in May,” Atkins said. school district that lobbied for more increase in federal funding for New Board members agreed that the age, plans must be in place to accom- a four-wheel drive, in addition to the A half-mile stretch of the federal funding for New Jersey Jersey school districts. future efforts of the board are better modate the ever-expanding school one they already have. Councilman CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 schools. Board members had many ques- spent pursuing an increase in state district. Jack Molenaar and Councilman At the open agenda meeting on tions about the petition and issues funding, which is not sufficient to As substitute teachers tend to be in Stuart Kline did not see the need for meet the many mandates that come higher demand during the months of a second four-wheel drive specifi- from the state. May and June, Superintendent Dr. cally, whereas Councilman Andrew Advisory Committee to Outline Along with fighting for more fund- Carol Choye asked the board to adopt Calamaras pointed out that the bor- ing, the board was concerned about CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 the increase of students in the district for the next school year. The board moved a recommendation for stu- Plans for Downtown Fanwood dent assignments for residents of the new Hovnanian development being Professional Planner By ELIZABETH CORRELL The Chair of the committee is Joe clusions or opinions have been constructed across Route 22. Chil- Specially Written for The Times Higgins, a planning board member, formed right now because it is very dren will be placed at Evergreen What is best for Fanwood’s down- and chairman of the master plan, early in the process,” explained Mahr. Elementary School, Park Middle town area? Residents, property and which “lays out the master vision for A consulting firm will be hired to School and the high school because Retained by Borough business owners will all have a chance Fanwood,” said Mahr. “Joe is a cer- guide the committee through the re- these schools have the most class- to voice their opinions to a new com- tified planner and has extensive ex- development process. “I do not ex- room space for additional students. By DEBORAH MADISON siders redevelopment his area of ex- mittee, appointed by Mayor Colleen perience in the redevelopment pro- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 While it is still unclear how many Specially Written for The Times pertise. Mahr. cess.” The Fanwood Planning and Zoning Many other municipalities utilize a In an interview with The Scotch Other members include Greg Board of Adjustments introduced professional planner in this way, in- Plains-Fanwood Times, Mahr ex- Cummings, chairman of the plan- Stanley Slachetka, a licensed profes- cluding Scotch Plains and Westfield. plained that the Fanwood Downtown ning board, who was part of the sional planner from T&M Associates The commissioned position will Advisory Committee was formed to redevelopment process under the last of Middletown, to the public at the not cost the borough any money as advise borough officials in their plans administration; Peter Chemidlin, board’s Monday night agenda meet- the planner’s fees are paid for through for the redevelopment. BPA President, and owner of Family ing. The board has retained Slachetka applicant’s escrow deposits. “Their mission is to bring the resi- Investors in Fanwood; Frank in the capacity of a planning consult- Slachetka will start immediately, dents into the redevelopment pro- Costandi, owner of Frank’s Auto ant for all major development applica- beginning with reviewing the South cess. This was a defining issue (dur- Body, who has been “very critical of tions presented in the future. Avenue development application. ing last November’s election). It be- the downtown plan and worked with Board Chairman Gregory In other business, the board discussed came very clear to myself and the other merchants who were upset,” Cummings said that during develop- the borough’s signage policy regarding incoming council people that we had said Mahr, and she felt it was impor- ment applications, the board has of- large, advertising displays, such as blow- to do something about outreach and tant to include such a voice in the ten realized the need for an expert up dolls and other props. The board community participation that was committee; a representative from In- consultant to assist them in interpret- concluded that props, such as giant very visible,” Mahr said. dependence Bank, “the second larg- ing and resolving issues. bunnies, ice-cream cones or any other The nine member committee con- est property owner in the downtown Mr. Slachetka told the board he has icon, constitute a freestanding signs and sists of residents, members of the area;” and Councilman Michael been a licensed planner for more than fall under the borough’s sign ordinance. Fanwood Business and Profession- Brennan, liaison to the council. 20 years and has consulted with nu- Elizabeth Correll for The Times Temporary props on display for a als Association (BPA) and Fanwood’s Fanwood residents are represented merous municipalities as the expert one-time event or holiday require a Planning Board, property and busi- TOP COP HONORS...Fanwood Police Chief Donald Domanowski, second from by Pat Hoynes-O’Connor, who re- left, was honored at last week’s borough council meeting. Pictured, from left to consultant representing their interests permit, while permanent advertising ness owners. cently retired from the Scotch Plains- right, are: Mayor Colleen Mahr, Chief Domanowski, former Mayor Maryanne on applications. He co-authored The props require the owner to submit an Mahr said, “they are a well-rounded Fanwood Board of Education; April Connelly, former police chief Robert Carboy and former Mayor Louis Jung. Redevelopment Handbook and con- application to the board for a sign bipartisan group of men and women Dunleavy, an attorney who has left variance. who have come together because private practice and is now a law Board members pointed out that they are concerned about the direc- professor; and Jim Dosier, a retired when stores change managers or own- tion of the downtown. I wanted a pharmaceutical executive. Freeholder Candidate, Ruotolo ership, the new management is fre- diverse group of people who would “The committee met twice in the quently not aware of the borough’s be affected by and also benefit from last month to discuss the existing signage ordinance and inadvertently the redevelopment of the downtown. redevelopment plan that’s in place, violates these regulations. They are open-minded consensus - which is providing the framework Clash Over Detention Center Also included in this discussion building individuals who can listen for the direction of the downtown. were homeowners who advertise busi- to a lot of different opinions and They are using it as a guide. We are By MATT MARINO locate a site for a new detention his death. He said that while last year Specially Written for Times nesses that they own with signs on make a report back to the council.” not starting from scratch. No con- center to be built. the freeholder board declared it “The their residential properties. Board Discussion centered on the con- Earlier this year, the board an- Year of the Family,” Sinclair’s death member and Zoning Officer Nancy troversial George Herlich Juvenile nounced that the new detention cen- cast a shadow over that declaration. Koederitz asked board members to Detention Center at the May 13 ter would be located in Linden, with “You claimed it to be the year of inform her of any violations, which meeting of The Union County Board construction to begin in the immedi- the family, yet you destroyed a fam- she would resolve by sending letters of Chosen Freeholders. ate future. ily,” said Paterson. to the offending parties informing Bruce Paterson, a Garwood resi- Last year, Yolanda Padilla, the Paterson said it was the freehold- them of the borough’s ordinances. dent and one of the four Republican mother of Edward Sinclair, led a ers’ responsibility to look after In regards to the upcoming South freeholder candidates this year, spoke protest at a freeholder meeting and Sinclair, and they failed to meet that Avenue redevelopment application, out against the freeholder board. demanded that the existing center be responsibility. In addition, Paterson board alternate Dale Flowers told the The meeting took place during the closed. Many of Sinclair’s friends brought up the numerous projects board that he will excuse himself same week as the one-year anniver- and family also showed up for the undertaken in the county, such as the from the hearings because his in- sary of Edward Sinclair’s death. gathering. This year, Padilla marked new Union County Police building laws live within 200 feet of the de- Sinclair was found hanged in his cell the anniversary of her son’s death and the atrium currently being con- velopment property. on Mother’s Day of 2003, having with a candlelight vigil outside the structed at the Administration Build- At the next regularly scheduled been placed in the center only 12 facility. At the Freeholder meeting, ing in Elizabeth. meeting to be held on Wednesday, hours earlier because of a bicycle Paterson said he attended the vigil In the meantime, he said, there May 26 at 8 p.m., the board will hear theft. and was moved to speak about the was no money to upgrade the deten- the continuation of that application. His suicide led to heavy attention center. tion center. However, the application may be put on the center, as well as investi- “It was very emotional…a lot of It was suggested by Paterson that a postponed if the applicant does not gations on several government lev- tears,” Paterson said of the vigil, plaque be erected at the new deten- resolve the issue of the title to one of els. Among other things, the center which he estimated to have around CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 the properties prior to the meeting. was found to have substandard con- 60 people in attendance. ditions and suffered from constant Paterson felt that the freeholder PAGE INDEX Horace R. Corbin for The Times overcrowding. While many of those board had not done enough to pre- Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 12-17 ENJOYING THE RIDE...Young and old golfers enjoyed the beautiful weather problems were fixed, the Freeholder vent Sinclair’s suicide, and even sug- Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 Classifieds...... 18 with an outing at the Scotch Hills Golf course in Scotch Plains. board was under constant pressure to gested that they were responsible for Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-15 A&E ...... 19-20 Page 10 Thursday, May 20, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Vote on SP Special Improvement District Synthetic Turf Field Scheduled for Next Twp. Council Meeting Okayed in Westfield By FRED ROSSI would be funded, its goals and its primarily in promoting downtown sional Association, told The Scotch By LAUREN PASS leges. He said, “We have to pay for Specially Written for The Times structure. Scotch Plains, as well as business Plains-Fanwood Times this week that Specially Written for The Times the things we use.” SCOTCH PLAINS -- Next The district’s boundaries would recruitment and retention. if enough voices of opposition are WESTFIELD -- On Tuesday night Fourth Ward Councilman Tuesday’s Scotch Plains Township include Park Avenue from Route 22 The budget would be funded via a heard next week and the council the Westfield Town Council unani- Lawrence Goldman said that while Council meeting will feature a pub- to the Fanwood border, East Second six-tiered flat-rate formula, in which tables the ordinance or votes it down, mously approved an ordinance on he was voting in favor of the ordi- lic hearing on the proposed estab- Street, Front Street, Terrill Road properties valued up to $100,000 “life will go on. The Downtown Task first reading to bond over $1 million nance he thought the residential per- lishment of a Special Improvement between East Second and Front would pay an annual fee of $250, Force will continue to exist. We’ll for various recreation improvements. mit fee is high. District (SID) in downtown Scotch Streets, Westfield Avenue between properties between $100,001 and have to go find other channels in The cost includes funding for the At the start of the meeting DWC Plains. The meeting will provide a Park Avenue and Union Avenue and $200,000 would pay $550, those val- order to move forward,” because, he installation of a synthetic turf field Executive Director Sherry Cronin forum for both supporters and oppo- the blocks of Bartle Avenue, Forest ued between $200,001 and $300,000 added, “staying the same is never an and lights at the site of Houhlihan presented the council with the Great nents of the initiative to present their Road, Church Street, Grand Street, would pay $800, properties between option.” and Sid Faye fields on Lamberts Mill American Main Street Award the views on the proposal. It will take Mountain Avenue and Sunset Place $300,001 and $750,000 would pay Some opponents of the SID idea Road. town recently won in Alberquerque, place at Township Hall at 8 p.m. adjacent to Park Avenue. $1,250, those valued between have circulated a petition among down- Before the meeting Third Ward NM. Westfield is one of five towns in The hearing and council vote come Commercial properties on Front $750,001 and $2 million would pay town property and business owners, Councilman Andrew Skibitsky ques- the country to win the award this nearly a year after approving fund- Street and Terrill Road would not be $1,500 and properties valued above but Goldberg said he never personally tioned if some of the cost for the field year, and the only town on the east ing to hire a consultant to steer town- assessed in the SID’s first year of $2 million would pay $2,000. saw the petition and doesn’t know how would be passed off in the way of coast. ship business leaders through the existence, and residential proper- Steve Goldberg, president of the many opponents will attend the meet- user fees, such as charging a price Several residents spoke to the coun- nuts and bolts of establishing a SID, ties would be exempt annually. Scotch Plains Business and Profes- ing. per child playing instead of the en- cil regarding parking and the pro- including six months of a steering The SID, which would be man- tire cost going to the taxpayers. posed redevelopment projects. committee’s public meetings to de- aged by a nonprofit corporation that Town Administrator James Gildea Jim Baker said with the recent cide such matters as SID bound- would hire a professional manager, said that the Finance Committee is influx of stores in the last five years aries, the formula under which it would be involved, at the outset, Township Council Details currently working with the recre- Westfield does not “sound like a ation department on user fees. town being strangled by a parking The council also approved the first problem.” SCOTCH PLAINS Summer Road Repair Plans reading of the operating budget for He said that Lot 8 on Elm Street, the Downtown Westfield Corpora- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 which is currently being used as an POLICE BLOTTER tion (DWC). The $377,920 budget is employee permit lot, should be com- southern end of Jerusalem Road was At its regular meeting next week, measured from a special assessment recently resurfaced, with work on the council is expected to approve a bined at Lot 9 on North Avenue. He on downtown properties. There is no said that opening Lot 8 for use by FRIDAY, MAY 14 locked vehicle while it was parked at the Flanders Avenue, Grant Avenue, Sy- resolution appropriating $20,500 for • David Flower, 45, of 2401 Hamlette Jerseyland Park. The driver left the ve- increase in the assessment this year. shoppers would solve shoppers’ park- Place was arrested and charged with hicle unlocked while he attended base- camore Avenue and Concord Road new tables, benches and playground First reading was also held on an expected to be completed this week. equipment at Green Forest, Kramer ing problems. He also said that the robbery. Mr. Fowler is accused of re- ball practice. He returned a few hours ordinance that revises parking regula- number of permits sold for South Atkins said that drainage work is Manor and Greenside Parks. In a moving the victim’s wallet from out of later and discovered the cell phone miss- tions for commuters and downtown Avenue should be increased to over his rear pocket. The victim was robbed ing. nearly complete on Raritan Road related matter, Mayor Martin Marks residents. First Ward Councilman Sal • The owner of Olympic Wines and with similar projects planned for said the Union County government 700. There are currently 627 permits inside the Scotch Plains public library. Caruana was the only council mem- issued for the lot with 643 people on Two witnesses followed Mr. Fowler as Spirits, located on Route 22 East, re- Woodside Road and Meadowview would be contributing $900,000 to- ported that three males entered into the ber who did not vote in favor of it. The the waiting list. he left the library. Mr. Fowler stated to Road. ward the refurbishment of ball fields revised ordinance allows for daily the witnesses that he was armed. The store and began shoplifting bottles of “We’ve got a lot of work planned,” on Route 22 and at the county voca- Allen Solomon told the council parking in the South Avenue com- that by reducing the size of the pro- Scotch Plains Police were able to locate liquor valued at $300.00. The owner Atkins told the council. tional-technical school. The council Mr. Fowler running through the rear went to approach them and they took off muter lot at a rate of $5 per day and posed parking decks it defeats the yards on Stout Avenue. Mr. Fowler was running out of the store. The township will be conducting a decided to forgo including the instal- changes the enforcement hours of the $2.4 million Bond Anticipation Note lation of lights at either field in the original purpose of increasing park- apprehended, processed and then sent to • A Grant Avenue resident reported commuter lots to 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. for ing. He also said that though the sale this month, with the proceeds project’s bidding documents because the Union County Jail. that on May 12 his wallet was either lost permit holders. After 12 p.m. parking council is seeking to not put the • A Birch Street resident reported that or stolen and now someone is using his funding several projects including the field at the school is too close to in the lot is free. Commuters holding identification at PNC Bank. $1 million for road improvements, residential neighborhoods. Also, the burden of the parking decks on the his cell phone was taken out of his un- a permit will also be allowed to leave taxpayers’ backs, using parking rev- $904,000 for park improvements, Route 22 field will be used primarily their cars in the lots overnight. enue to offset the costs instead of the $361,900 for the south side firehouse for Little League games. Upon final passage of the ordi- communications tower, $109,500 for The annual Scotch Plains Day cel- budget would affect taxes. WESTFIELD nance downtown residents will have Jubb Corbet said that having a the senior citizens bus and $33,300 ebration will be held on Sunday, to pay a $360 yearly fee to park better parking system in town would POLICE BLOTTER for the purchase of field mainte- October 6, instead of Saturday, as is overnight in town. Residents will be nance equipment. customary. There had been some dis- benefit all property owners. He com- required to park in the lot behind pared it to the school system having Atkins said he expects the interest cussion of combining Scotch Plains TUESDAY, MAY 11 THURSDAY, MAY 13 Baron’s Drug Store. Currently park- a positive effect on property values. • Nicole Robinson, 19, and a 16-year- • Joyce Lepore, 66, of Fords was ar- rate on the BAN sale to be in the 1.25 Day with the Scotch Plains Business ing is illegal in all municipal lots percent to 1.4 percent range versus and Professional Association’s Nancy Rich said that she feels the old male, both Plainfield residents, were rested at a North Avenue store and between 1 and 5 a.m. but it is not town needs to build parking, as it is arrested on charges of credit card fraud charged with shoplifting merchandise last year’s 1.08 percent rate. It’s ex- (SPBPA) annual street fair and clas- being enforced. a shopping and entertainment desti- and theft by deception after allegedly valued at approximately $52. She was pected that bids will be received for sic car show, but the SPBPA was not Caruana said that he didn’t vote for attempting to use a stolen credit card at released on her own recognizance after the sale tomorrow, with the formal in favor if this option, according to nation. the ordinance because there are some Cory Mermer asked the mayor for a store at East Broad and Elm Streets. being issued a court summons. closing set for Friday, May 28. Councilwoman Nancy Malool. Both were released on their own recog- • A Cambridge Street resident re- people who both live and work down- information regarding recent closed- nizance. ported being awakened by the sound town who shouldn’t have to purchase door meetings with the developer. • A Marion Avenue resident re- of footsteps on his roof and subse- two permits and move their car. He Mayor Gregory McDermott re- ported an incident of identity theft quently observed a male suspect try- also said that though parking is a sponded that the council is still in involving unauthorized use of her ing to enter a rear kitchen window on Increase in State Funding commodity, the council is putting a negotiations and said “as soon as we credit card, to which $1,800 in charges the first floor of the home. price on something when there is no get closer to what we feel we can live was made. The suspect was described as hav- demand. ing a large build, short hair and dark Is Priority for SP-F BOE with” they will present it to the pub- WEDNESDAY, MAY 12 Second Ward Councilman Rafael lic. He said that it is the council’s • An East Broad Street business skin, and was wearing a black-and- white check shirt. After the home- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Betancourt, who also chairs the Pub- goal that the garages are self-suffi- owner reported an attempted burglary lic Safety, Transportation and Park- at his store after finding the rear door owner yelled at him, the suspect re- a waiver that temporarily ignores the plained by Dr. Choye, this waiver is cient and that the finance committee window had been broken out with a treated from the window, then calmly requirement that substitute teachers mostly for former graduates of the ing Committee, said that he has re- is going over projections with the rock and pry marks were discovered walked to the front yard and exited must have their fingerprints taken district who have been studying edu- ceived requests from downtown resi- developer and their financial con- along the door. Entry to the premises the area, according to police. before they start teaching. As ex- cation in college and have an interest dents to have night parking privi- sultants, Desmond Associates. was not gained. The Union County Sheriff’s Office’s K-9 Unit responded to the in substituting for the remainder of • A Pierson Street resident reported the school year. The board agreed to the theft of her VISA Debit card and scene. Entry to the premises was not the unlawful withdrawal of $400 from gained. Detention Ctr. adopt the waiver with the condition Advisory Group to Outline her checking account at an ATM in SATURDAY, MAY 15 that substitute teachers will be in the Union. • In separate incidents, Mia Fiore, 27, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 process of getting the necessary fin- • The owner of a Prospect Street and Jack Ferrante, 29, both of Westfield, tion center in memory of Edward gerprint requirements. Plans for FW Downtown business reported a possible attempted were each charged with driving while Sinclair, saying that “it appears that In other business, parents of burglary at her establishment after dis- intoxicated after being stopped at a check- it was his death that really spurred Brunner School children have sent CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 covering a cinder block had been used point on Central Avenue. Both were you on to finally do something about pect these individuals to have the back- committee’s work will take, Mahr to break out the front door window. released on their own recognizance. a letter and petition to the board to the deplorable conditions.” have the blacktop around the school ground in public policy,” said Mahr. stated: “I anticipate that this will take Freeholder Mary Ruotolo directly repaired. According to a represen- Proposals have been requested, and a few months. I do not believe a longer responded to Paterson’s remarks, tative of the Brunner parents, the the firm will be announced in early process is necessary. People are anx- expressing outrage and anger on be- June. The consultant’s fees will be paths have become muddy and im- ious after so many years for some- Start your... half of the board that Paterson would paid for as part of the $50,000 Smart thing to happen. I’m looking to reach “Drivin’” Dave suggest the freeholders had some- possible to walk on after rain or Future Grant received by the bor- Williams out to the public, using the property thing to do with Sinclair’s tragic snow. Nelson assured the concerned ough from the state’s Department of owners, merchants and residents as death. parents that as soon as the money Community Affairs. the vehicle to do it, not the govern- “Each time you come to this po- became available within the new “I got the money that cost the ment driving the process. The com- Rose Rally dium,” said Ruotolo, “I find that you budget, the part of the walkway borough nothing. It is not the mittee will come back to us and then have no interest in the facts, nor do that is the district’s responsibility borough’s money, not a developer’s the council will take their recommen- you have any care or interest in the would be repaired. money. It is a non-matching full grant dations and proceed with them.” Weekend truth.” The board read a resolution that that we can use towards community Some residents have wondered how Ruotolo felt that Paterson had no honored and thanked Business Ad- outreach,” Mahr said. much work will be done downtown, or real interest in the detention center ministrator Anthony Del Sordi for Once the consultant is hired, the if nothing will happen at all. “The Buy 1 Rose issue, but instead he was looking to all his work in securing the bond committee will hold public hearings expectation is that the properties that capitalize on a sensitive topic to sway referendum, as well as all the where residents can come to ask are bound by Martine, La Grande, 10% off voters. She added that not only had projects undertaken and completed questions and voice opinions about Second and South will be rehabilitated Buy 2 Roses he offended the freeholder board with with money from the bond refer- the downtown area. and redeveloped. I think there will be his comments, but he also had in- endum. Board members spoke “I expect them to have very high different degrees of how that’s done, 20% Off sulted the family of Edward Sinclair. highly of Del Sordi’s ability to visibility in the months to come. whether it be working with what’s Buy 3+ Roses “I think that it is absolutely deplor- execute plans and projects with They will be participating in the there versus new construction. A new able that you would stand there and few problems and hassles for the BPA’s Street Fair in June, there will face will go on downtown Fanwood. It 30% Off make that accusation,” said the free- board. be an informational booth that can needs it, it looks tired and worn out, holder. inform residents what is the truth, In other board business, the mem- something has to be done,” said Mahr. In other news, Freeholder Dan the reality about the downtown. I Anyone interested in knowing bers approved a student for out of Sullivan announced that as part of want to be able to dispel myths and more about the Fanwood Downtown ...Roses!! New Jersey’s ongoing conversion to district placement at Middlesex work with facts,” stated Mahr. Advisory Committee can contact digital drivers’ licenses, the Rahway County Academy. They also ap- When asked how long the Chair Joe Higgins at Borough Hall. and Springfield motor vehicle of- proved the submission of a grant This Weekend Celebrate a Winning Rose fices are now able to process the new application for the Early Launch digital licenses. The new licenses are Learning Initiative in the amount of Garden at our Rose Rally. designed to provide greater security $45,000. Township Council Details There are special savings on rose bushes measures, thus making it almost im- The board will move on several as you head towards the checkered flag. possible for people to make fake business issues at the regular public licenses for identification and other meeting on Thursday, May 27. The Summer Road Repair Plans You can start your garden with 1 rose bush purposes. meeting will begin at 7 p.m. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and recieve 10% off, or buy 2 roses and get ough had already decided to provide room and other areas to provide a 20% off or win the race buying 3 or more a vehicle to the police this year, and he clean, healthy environment for em- roses and get 30% off all of your roses. did not feel it was necessary to ployees. Specific attention will be “micromanage” the police department paid to the three “bays” in the garage There are thousands of rose varieties out and question the type of vehicle they that are not able to be used in winter there, but only a small percentage of these were requesting. It was decided that because they are not heated, there- are winners in the garden. We have the four-wheel drive vehicle would be fore equipment is stored there. part of the proposed budget. Calamaras said that Public Works hundreds of varieties, we have selected A line item in the amount of Director Ray Manfra has brought the those that are the best varieties for our $115,000 for work to be done at situation to the attention of the bor- Second and Corriell Avenues was ough in the past, but it has not been area. All of our roses carry an 8.0 or deleted. Mayor Colleen Mahr ex- addressed. The council will look into higher rating by the American Rose plained that the figure was elimi- including heaters in these areas when Society. nated because the council had al- works is being done, in order to have ready re-appropriated this amount. The them fully functioning. Department of Transportation (DOT) The current estimate for replacing This Weeks Hours 5/17-5/23 had spoken with the borough, pointing the communications tower on bor- out that they had not been spending the ough property is $150,000. The last Wed-Sat 9am-7pm DOT grants they were given, and were work that needs to be done before Sun-Tue 9am-6pm told that the borough needed to stop deciding the location for the tower, asking for extensions, to award the attaining soil borings from the side work and to get it done. Such grant of the building, should be finished ILLIAMS URSERY money will be used for this project. this week. The council will review Renovations are required at the the cost again before adopting the & The Gift House Public Works garage. The estimated final budget. www.williams-nursery.com cost would be $70,000 for renova- Repair of tennis courts at borough 524 Springfield Ave Quick Gift tions and $40,000 for an addition. It parks will be included in the budget, as Westfield • 908-232-4076 Solution was explained that the facility is not Fanwood did not receive the grant that sufficiently equipped in the bath- was applied for to perform the work. Page 2 Thursday, May 20, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Parade Committee Confirms WHS Student to Build Mr. Riker as Grand Marshal Korean War Memorial WESTFIELD – The Westfield an electronics factory. By MICHAEL POLLACK Korean War veterans and the other Memorial Day Parade Committee Riker later graduated from Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times side will feature the veterans’ names. has announced that this year’s pa- Montclair State Teachers’ College Westfield High School sophomore When standing behind the memo- rade Grand Marshal will be Alfred with a degree in Industrial Arts. He Kevin Devaney is building a Korean rial, one will see the top of the World Riker of Westfield. Mr. was then employed as an War Memorial in Westfield, an ef- War I and 9/11 memorials and down- Riker was named Grand industrial arts teacher by fort that will help him earn the Boy town Westfield. Marshal last year, but the Sayreville Board of Scout distinction of Eagle Scout. Owner of Master Memorials Tim the parade was can- Education. Devaney, a member of Westfield Doerr, who worked extensively on celled due to inclement Since retiring in 1966, Presbyterian Church Boy Scout the 9/11 Memorial, took Devaney’s weather. Riker, together with his Troop 72, is soliciting local busi- plans and designed the granite struc- This year’s parade wife of 39 years, Betty, nesses to help construct the memo- ture. will take place on Mon- has devoted much time rial, which will sit across the street “He’s a bright young man, espe- day, May 31, with open- to the Boy Scouts. They from the World War I and 9/11 Me- cially for his age,” Doerr said. “He ing ceremonies to begin have two children, morials at the intersection of East came here with the basic design for at 9 a.m. at the Monu- David and Carrie, and Broad Street and North Avenue by the monument and I just took his ment to Veterans of an Australian cattle dog Lord and Taylor’s. The town hopes ideas and adapted them.” World War I at the plaza named Niabi “little to unveil the monument at a dedica- “When the area is fully landscaped at East Broad Street and fawn”. Michael Pollack for The Westfield Leader and The Times tion ceremony on Veteran’s Day. it’ll look nice. The plants are every- North Avenue. Riker received the Sil- THE FORGOTTEN WAR NO MORE...Westfield High School student Kevin The granite memorial, commemo- thing. It’s going to be a nice tribute to Riker graduated from Alfred Riker ver Beaver Award, the Devaney is building a Korean War Memorial at Memorial Plaza off of North rating the lives of Westfield’s Ma- the Korean War veterans,” he added. Montclair High School highest honor that a Boy Avenue for his Eagle Scout project. Volunteers are welcome to help out with the rine Private First Class Griswold Hill, Often considered the ‘forgotten in 1953 and enlisted in the United Scout Council can confer upon an project on weekends. The memorial is scheduled to be dedicated on Veterans Jr., Army Lieutenant Charles war’ of the 20th century, Devaney States Air Force the following year. adult volunteer, and he continues to Day, November 11. Lipphardt and Army Private First sought to memorialize the service of Following basic training at Sampson serve as Scout Master of Troop No. Class Richard Wilson, will stand six Westfield’s Korean War veterans and Air Force Base, he spent nine months 73 in Westfield. He has also been feet tall, three feet wide and one foot pay homage to the 37,000 Ameri- in radio school. He was stationed in active in the American Legion, where Fanwood Committee to Host thick. cans who died in Korea. France for 38 months, where he he has been Commander, Member- Craig Stock of Stock Landscap- “There’s a memorial for every other worked at a NATO base, and after ship Chairman, Chaplain and Boys Memorial Day Picnic in Park ing Design of Westfield, who was major 20th-century war,” Devaney leaving the service was employed at State Chairman. instrumental in the design of the 9/ said. “Korea’s had been skipped over. FANWOOD – The Fanwood Me- afterwards at the park, located at 11 memorial, is developing a gar- I thought the people who served from morial Day Committee will spon- the corner of LaGrande Avenue den setting for the Korean War Westfield should be honored.” Asm. Bramnick Introduces sor a picnic in LaGrande Park at and Second Street. monument to include Korean spice The process began on March 26 the conclusion of the Scotch Memorial Day Committee mem- viburnum, Korean dogwoods and during Devaney’s meeting with Plains-Fanwood Memorial Day Pa- bers will serve hot dogs, soft drinks boxwoods and oriental fountain Stock. The difficult part, Devaney Bill to Promote the Arts rade on Monday, May 31. and pretzels near the recreation grass. said, was finding the names of WESTFIELD – Assemblyman Jon and art-related courses when deter- The parade will kick off at 10:30 building at a minimal cost. Ice “I tried to find plants that had Westfield’s servicemen. Aided by the Bramnick (R-21) has introduced As- mining a student’s grade point aver- a.m. at Park Avenue and Front cream, gourmet coffee and sweets symbolic value to Korea or origi- Historical Society and old issues of sembly Bill 2613, which would re- age. Advanced placement courses are Street in downtown Scotch Plains, will also be available from the nated from there,” Stock said. “Also, The Westfield Leader, his plan began quire school districts in the State of exempt from this requirement. travel along Park and Martine Av- Double Dipper. the plants will be low-maintenance to materialize. Within days of his New Jersey to give equal weight to art “A solid foundation in the arts is as enues in Fanwood and conclude For more information about the and won’t obscure the view into presentation at a Westfield council equally important to a student’s intel- before noon at Martine and Marion picnic or to volunteer to help the downtown and the other memori- meeting, Town Administrator James Steve Brozak to Speak lectual and emotional development as Avenues in Fanwood. Memorial Day Committee, please als.” Gildea approved the plan, and bro- a foundation in the social and natural Parade watchers and participants call Linda Caminiti at (908) 889- “I knew about that land and asked ken steps and shrubbery were re- At MS DEM Club Mtg. sciences,” said Bramnick. “An ambi- are welcome to attend the picnic 4935. Kevin about pursuing a memorial moved from the hill where the monu- MOUNTAINSIDE – Steve Brozak tious student should not be discour- there,” he added. “He’s a great kid. ment will sit. of Westfield, the Seventh-District aged from participating in an art, mu- He’s well-organized and good to work “He presented a plan that was well- Democratic candidate for Congress sic, theater or other arts-related course Free Maps to be Available for. For the town it was a no-brainer. received and very well-thought-out,” from this area, will be in Mountainside simply because that course will not be The town’s talked about a memorial Gildea said. on Tuesday, June 1 to discuss with calculated as significantly towards for years; it just took someone to take “I’m proud of Kevin,” Gildea voters his positions on local and na- grade point average.” For Scotch Plains Garage Sale the ball and run with it.” added. “He took existing town prop- tional issues. Brammnick has been able to enlist The monument will feature a cut- erty, which could use work, and im- All residents are invited to meet and strong bi-partisan support for Assem- SCOTCH PLAINS – Maps will Early Childhood Learning Centers, out of the Korean Peninsula splitting proved our own community through question the candidate beginning at bly Bill 2613. Assemblyman Patrick be available for the Scotch Plains- the Education and Enrichment the memorial into two pieces. One his Eagle Scout project. That’s very 7:30 p.m. at Marriott Brighton Gar- Diegnan (D-18), vice-chairman of the Fanwood town-wide Garage Sale, Foundation of Scotch Plains and half will have an inscription to the commendable. Not everyone visits dens, 1350 Route 22 (westbound). Assembly Education Committee, has to be sponsored by the Scotch the Scotch Plains Public Library. the area around Memorial Plaza. Now Brozak was the subject of a front- agreed to co-sponsor this legislation. Plains Junior Woman’s Club on Scotch Plains Junior Woman’s it’s a destination. It’s place where page article in The Wall Street Journal “Support for the arts is not a parti- Saturday, May 22. There is a rain Club members will distribute the Scotch Plains people can sit and reflect on the war on April 21. He is an investment banker san issue,” he said. “This legislation date of Sunday, May 23. Residents free maps tomorrow, Friday, May and look at a nice framed section of specializing in bio-tech companies and will increase access to arts and arts of Scotch Plains and Fanwood hold 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Scotch Plains Home Sales downtown Westfield. Now people a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Marine education for all of New Jersey’s stu- their own garage sales from 9 a.m. at Nunzio’s Pizza on Mountain Av- will be enticed to go there.” reserves who has served in Iraq. dents.” to 2 p.m. and keep all profits. enue and Palmer Video on Westfield Christopher and Pamela Savoca The Eagle Scout project is a large The host for the gathering is the “The citizens of New Jersey are For $15, their address is listed Avenue, and in Fanwood at Quick to Sandra Biniek, 2093 Grand Street, component of earning the distinc- Mountainside Democratic Club. A club fortunate to live in a state with a rich on a map of participating homes Chek on North Avenue. $290,000. tion of “Eagle Scout,” the highest business meeting to follow Brozak’s cultural and artistic landscape,” he and items for sale at each location. On Saturday, May 22, maps will Christopher and Pamela Savoca rank in Boy Scouts. Devaney joined remarks will include a discussion of remarked. “Our state has produced The club distributes the maps for be available from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. to Michael and Shirley Hayeck, 2085 the Boy Scouts in 8th grade and how to participate in the national elec- some of the finest artists, musicians, free throughout both towns. Pro- in Fanwood at Quick Chek on North Grand Street, $340,000. considers community service a high tion campaign. Refreshments will be actors, actresses and authors in the ceeds go to local charities. Avenue, Fanwood Bagel and the John and Kerrie Shepeluk to Irene priority. served. nation. Our public school systems Last year, nearly 200 homes par- Scotch Plains Library. Gonzales and James Colinders, 206 “I think that part of the obligation For more information, please tele- should reflect this tradition and en- ticipated, supporting local chari- The maps will only be available Hawthorne Street, $289,000. of being a citizen is doing commu- phone Phyllis Brociner, club president, courage the artistic development of ties such as the Interfaith Council at these times. Individuals are asked Michael and Doreen Coyle to nity service,” Devaney said. “I joined at (908) 273-1779. our children.” for the Homeless, Tiny Tim Fund, not to call these establishments. For Corey and Josette Sohmer, 2320 Boy Scouts late and my friends were more information, please call (908) Lyde Place, $389,000. all ahead of me in rank. For me, 889-5153. Donald Auriema to Jinjan Zheng being behind spurred me to work The Scotch Plains Junior and Wensheng Cai, 324 William harder and catch up.” Woman’s Club is a nonprofit com- Street, $351,000. “Your high-school diploma is great munity service group. It is a mem- Anthony and Catherine Lopilato until you get your college diploma,” ber of the General Federation of to Thomas and Bred Kucin, 409 he added. “Being an Eagle Scout Women’s Clubs. Acacia Road, $492,000. will always remain.”

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Simply contact the Westfield Leader Advertising Department: T: 908-232-4407 • F: 908-232-0473 email: [email protected] Father’s Day: June 20 website: www.goleader.com A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 20, 2004 Page 3 Candidate Campaign Release – County GOP Candidate Campaign Release – SP DEM Renna: County Records Candidates Propose Tax-Free Must Be Made Public SP Dowtnown Alternative The county is buying the Union Union County Arts Center Board of SCOTCH PLAINS – On Tues- ness Administration, the Union County Arts Center in Rahway. Though Directors also did not materialize. day, May 25 the Scotch Plains County Economic Development the Freeholders have been presenting County Manager George Devanney Township Council will vote on an Authority and the State Depart- the initiative as just an idea, contracts said, “We are not looking to make ordinance to create a Special Im- ment of Commerce to work with are being signed. The statements being money off the Arts Center” and said provement District (SID), towards existing businesses is long over- made by officials are contradictory to that the reason for purchasing it is the goal of improving our down- due. Business interns from Kean the facts, and they have refused to “for an economic development ben- town. The council proposes to ac- University, Union County College discuss the details. efit for the City of Rahway.” complish this by imposing an ad- and other area colleges will be The cost for Phase I (renovations) The use of the Open Space Trust ditional property tax on the com- recruited and put to work applying is estimated to be $6 million. This Fund for this purchase and renovation is mercial property owners within the for public and private grants and does not include the cost to purchase a misuse of those funds. His wife and intended district. This proposal performing other time-consuming the building and property, which is administrator of the fund, Angie comes after commercial and resi- tasks necessary to make the im- undisclosed. There is no description Devanney, said the plan would “spur dential property owners alike were provement district work. or cost for Phase II or Phase III. hundreds of jobs for Union County hit last year with the largest mu- Now is not the time to force an There is no record provided to the residents.” She also said, “The plan will nicipal property tax increase in additional property tax on our public of the operating cost estimate raise ‘rateables’ in Rahway in an at- the history of the Township, an downtown commercial property or what the return would be. This tempt to equalize the tax burden.” If the increase that remains in our prop- owners. The additional economic initiative can easily approach $20 benefit is so great, let the city own it. SUPER HEROES...Sgt. Rock battles the enemy above in the art creation by erty tax bills. The money raised burden of another significant tax million and continue to be an annual The numbers being presented do renowned cartoonist Joe Kubert. Mr. Kubert will discuss the history of comic will be used to hire a professional increase will not lead to economic drain. The taxpayers should know not add up. For instance, the Arts strips at the Westfield Historical Society dinner on Wednesday, May 26. The downtown manager. growth. This alternative is an ex- what the costs are up front. Center’s total expenses for 2002 were public is invited. See story below. While the idea of a special im- ample of how Democratic candi- The law says the records must be $1.96 million. That year it ran a defi- provement district is a good one, dates Baron and Baldasarre will made available to the public. Denial cit of $160,000. The $900,000 in rev- funding it by an additional prop- strive to improve our community of existence is wrong. The official enue included a $75,000 grant from History of Comic Strips erty tax is not. without resorting to increased response from County Counsel in the County, $30,000 from the State Democratic candidates Andrew taxes. regard to documents pertaining to and $50,000 from the City of Rahway. Baron for Mayor and Barbara The members of the SID com- the Union County Arts Center has The Arts Center also boasts having a To Be Given by Joe Kubert Baldasarre for council propose an mittee worked very hard on this been that “they do not exist.” growing list of corporate sponsors, WESTFIELD – The History of the Milton Caniff (Terry and the Pirates); alternative plan that would avoid issue and their efforts should be However, the county said the fol- including Merck, and more than 4,000 Comic Strips will be the topic of Alex Raymond (Flash Gordon); Hal an additional property tax increase. commended. However, a change lowing consultants were called in to individual patrons and supporters. The artist, writer, editor and teacher Joe Foster (Tarzan, Prince Valiant) and The Democrats’ plan will make in direction to avoid increasing do the work over a year ago: MEP, portion of the revenue not donated Kubert’s lecture at the Westfield His- many other leading cartoonists and effective use of retired individuals the tax burden should be a first Fire Protection Study from Cosentini came from 50,000 paid admissions. torical Society’s annual dinner. The illustrators of the 30’s and 40’s. who want to apply their business step towards a long-range plan to Associates, Site and Civil Study from It is difficult to understand how the dinner will be held at the Echo Lake In the 70’s he drew “Tarzan” for skills in the community. It is worth improve the downtown. PMK Engineering, Cost Estimation programming loses money. The Arts Country Club in Westfield on DC Comics, one of his favorite comic the effort to find a retired market- from VJ Associates and Acoustics Center is only open eight months, from Wednesday evening, May 26. strips. ing executive through the Service Study from Cerami Associates. I was October to May, but they stage 80 events Mr. Kubert started his comic strip Mr. Kubert has made his own im- Corps of Retired Executives or Classifieds told after my OPRA (Open Public in that time. Ticket prices range from career at the age of 12 and now at 77 print in the cartoon and graphic art similar organization to coordinate Records Act) request that no records $20 to $65, depending on seat location. is still an enthusiastic cartoon artist. world. In 1952 he was the driving expanded efforts to promote the Buy & Sell on the Net exist. The proposal that the Free- The center holds more than 1,300 people. His examples as a young man were force behind the creation of “Three downtown and recruit new busi- holders said was accepted by the There are too many questions going the great cartoon artists such as Dimension Comics” featuring nesses. goleader.com unanswered, and it is very difficult to Mighty Mouse. His “Fax From Increased use of the Small Busi- Volunteers Sought support an idea that is not being pre- John Klock to Relate Sarajevo” is considered one of the sented in public and with full candor. best graphic art forms in the last 10 For Trailside Programs I’m concerned that companies are get- History of Calendars years. As an artist and illustrator he MOUNTAINSIDE –Trailside ting “no bid” contracts to do the work. created his own short stories such as Nature and Science Center needs For instance, the county just signed a FANWOOD – John Klock, of the “Sgt. Rock” and “Tor” and also had volunteers to assist staff naturalists contract with Joseph Jingoli & Sons Historical Society of Scotch Plains a daily strip “The Green Berets” for with week-long nature-related day for construction management services, and Fanwood and of the Scotch Plains the Chicago Tribune. His latest novel camps for pre-K through sixth- a noted big campaign contributor. Historical Commission, will trace is “Yossel,” the history of the War- grade students. Part of the Art Center’s mission is to the evolution of the calendar during saw Ghetto uprising as seen through Anyone wishing to volunteer should enhance cultural and educational op- the society’s monthly meeting on the eyes of a fifteen-year-old boy be reliable, have some experience portunities for children in an urban- Tuesday, May 25. The meeting will who loved to draw. with children, enjoy being outdoors ized area of New Jersey, where af- begin at 8 p.m. at the Fanwood train In 1976 he and his wife Muriel and be able to supply their own trans- fordable arts and culture are not readily station, located at North and Martine founded the Joe Kubert School of portation to and from Trailside Na- available. This is wonderful, and even Avenues. All are welcome. Cartoon and Graphic Art in Dover, ture and Science Center. Volunteers worth paying for, except there is no Mr. Klock will explain why there New Jersey. With an international are requested to assist for half- or full- evidence that this is happening. are 24 hours in a day, the creation of reputation, his students come from day sessions from Monday through What people should realize is that the seven-day week, the origin of such far away places as Japan and Friday for a minimum of one week. the millions being spent on these calendars, the different calendars in Malasia. Those interested in volunteering must projects are coming from their prop- use today and the difference between The event will begin with a busi- be at least 13 years of age. Training will erty taxes while being doled out to a lunar calendar, solar calendar and ness meeting at 5:30 p.m. with a be provided. For additional information political patrons. sidereal calendar. report by the Society’s president Donal on volunteering for summer day camps, I have much more to say about this He will also discuss the Mayan calen- Mokrauer. This will be followed by a please telephone Joseph Filo at (908) and related subjects. Please read dar, whether Stonehenge is a solar cal- social hour at 6:15 and dinner at 7. 789-3670, extension 223. joerenna.com/campaign04 and endar and how the Egyptians kept time. Two annual awards will be presented Trailside Nature and Science Cen- unioncountygop.org/. Fellowship and refreshments will during the dinner. The cost of the ter is located at 452 New Providence Most importantly, give me (and follow the meeting. Further informa- dinner is $30 for members and $35 for Road in Mountainside and is a facil- my running mates) your support now tion is available by calling Richard non-members. For further informa- ity of the Union County Department and your vote for Freeholder this Bousquet, Historical Society Presi- tion and reservations please call Bob of Parks and Recreation. November. I’ll keep you informed. dent, at (908) 232-1199. Miller at (908) 233-6360.

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PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. tially funded through contributions Gold Award is the highest honor a to the United Fund of Westfield. Senior Girl Scout can achieve, and All words and correct definitions come from the board game Diction Michelle Le Poidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte * * * * * * * the Bronze Award is the highest award Deception. A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR For more than 45 years, the Wash- for Junior Girl Scouts. Answers to last week’s arcane words. Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo ington Rock Girl Scout Council has Girl Scouting is a continuous ad- 1. Botryoid – Resembling a grape COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING & PRODUCTION inspired girls with the highest ideals venture in learning that offers every cluster in form Lauren S. Pass Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly of character, conduct, patriotism and girl a broad range of activities that 2. Olf – The bullfinch ASSIGNMENT EDITOR OFFICE MANAGER MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS service. Currently, the Service Cen- support current interests and help 3. Eroteme – The question mark Ben Corbin ter, located at 201 Grove Street, East prepare her for the future. Girls have 4. Gallimaufry – Hash made of meat scraps; jumbled SUBSCRIPTION PRICE SERVICES in Westfield, serves more than 11,000 fun and make new friends, and One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 girls and adults in Union, Middlesex through meaningful community ser- vice, they acquire understanding ESCULIC and Somerset counties. Westfield has 1. Excessively fond of one’s wife to the largest community of Girl Scouts, about themselves and others. the point of submission with 112 troops, 1,241 girls and 401 Every girl receives opportunities 2. Mundane; worldly adult members. to develop self-esteem, self-reliance, 3. Pertaining to the horse chestnut As Election Races Heat Up, The Westfield Girl Scouts make leadership abilities and teamwork 4. Elliptical in shape up an outstanding group that gives skills in a way that is both fun and FURUNCULOSIS back to its community in many ways. safe. Every parent has opportunities 1. A mild form of smallpox On April 3 of this year, the Annual to spend quality time with a daughter 2. Swelling or state of being swollen We Invite Everyone’s Opinions Service Day held at Westfield High and to build a meaningful, rich rela- 3. The state of being afflicted with tionship with her. Every volunteer boils It’s a big year on the national level for elections personality and style rather than of substance. School drew almost 200 Girl Scout 4. A nervous disorder causing a state this November. As the race between Senator John Scotch Plains Democrat Barbara Baldasarre will participants including Daisies, has opportunities to use unique skills of uncontrollable quivering Kerry (D-MA) and President George W. Bush heats look to put an end to the Republican total rule of the Brownies and Juniors, and older girls to uncover untapped talents and to CARKING in Cadette and Senior troops assisted contribute to the community. Girl 1. A small piece of artillery up, we’re likely to see much on television about the council, facing off against Paulette Coronato. Demo- the younger girls with their crafts. Scouting plays an important role in 2. Distressing; perplexing handling of the war in Iraq, the economy and social crat Andy Baron will attempt to unseat Republican The event was organized by eighth- uniting girls with their families, 3. Moving in a hopping or skipping security reform. Mayor Martin Marks. There are plenty of issues that grade Cadette Troop No. 402 as its friends and communities. manner Here in the Seventh Congressional District, we might arise in Scotch Plains, but it’s up to the Silver Award project. The Silver Washington Rock Girl Scout Coun- 4. Coughing up or spitting Award is the highest award a Cadette cil is one of 22 agencies supported by CARCAJOU will hear and read about Democratic candidate Steve contenders how tough the fight will be. Girl Scout can achieve. the United Fund of Westfield. For 1. Idle babble or chat Brozak of Westfield facing off against incumbent In Westfield, the politicos are breathing a sigh of 2. A sleeveless garment worn over or The crafts made at the event in- more information about how to sup- under armor Republican Mike Ferguson. Though Congressman relief, as there are no municipal elections this year cluded cards, hanging mobiles and port these local service organiza- 3. Thewolverine or badger Ferguson won the last election by 17 points, it was due to the new four-year term law they slipped in small gifts for delivery to Runnells tions, please call Linda Maggio, 4. A light, four-wheeled carriage, the closest congressional race in the state. Mr. recently. Incumbents will escape testing the voters’ Specialized Hospital, Children’s Executive Director of the United drawn by either one or two horses Specialized Hospital and Meals on Fund of Westfield, at (908) 233-2113. Brozak is bringing in support from fellow Demo- wrath from the heated debate over development, Wheels. Participants made pillows For information about the services crats including Senator Jon Corzine and former parking and parking tickets. None of this will be put for the animal shelter in Linden, and provided by Washington Rock Girl Letters to the Editor Senator Bill Bradley. Mr. Ferguson has yet to an- in the voters’ hands this November, but next year, some of the older girls made baby Scout Council or to become a volun- More letters on pages 5, 17 nounce his campaign. We expect to hear from both half of the council and the mayor are up for election. blankets for a church to distribute to teer, please call (908) 232-3236, ex- candidates on issues that affect the district such as In the county, issues such as the reactivation of the needy families in the area. tension no. 1209. Westfield Resident federal funds and homeland security. rail line, the Union County Arts Center purchase, Pat Barone, a Cadette troop leader, Many girls in our communities are has been with her group of teenage looking forward to being a Girl Scout. Upset Over Coach, On the local level, municipal elections will take patronage and taxes are hot topics for the candidates. girls since they were in kindergarten. To make their dreams come true, place in Union County government, Fanwood, Scotch Four Republicans - Joe Renna, Frank Arena, Bruce “Our troop started out as Daisies in caring volunteers are needed. If you Umpire Fight Plains and Mountainside. Paterson and Pat Quattrocchi will try to get their feet kindergarten, and I have seen them have six hours a month to give, you In a 2001 survey conducted by Sports In Mountainside, the Republicans are once again in the door against incumbent Dan Sullivan and first- grow,” she said. “The skills they’ve can become a Girl Scout volunteer. Illustrated for Kids, 74 percent of the 3,000 children who participated in the running unopposed. No Democrat has ever held a time campaigners Betty Jane Kowalski, Adrian Mapp survey said they had witnessed adults seat on the borough council. There are a few issues and John Wohrab. The Democrats have a 9-0 lock, acting “out of control” during youth in the borough that rile the public. Senior citizens are nearly a decade long, on the Freeholder Board. Letters to the Editor sporting events. Inappropriate behavior by coaches and opposing the proposed community center and school We encourage all of the candidates to submit parents is all too common in youth sports. board difficulties have been in the news. columns and letters to tell the public their views on Mayor’s Assistant Responds to Letter Berating officials, yelling at players for The race in Fanwood will be hotly contested, with the issues. We ask that the candidates keep submis- mistakes, refusing to shake hands with opponents, making excuses for every Democrats Katherine Mitchell and Michael Brennan sions to about 400 to 500 words, address issues and Regarding Arrest for Parking Ticket loss...the decline of good sportsmanship looking to keep their hold on the council and Repub- not engage in personal attacks on others. Submis- is evident. Game tension, combined with licans Joel Stroz and Maureen Mawby trying to take sions outside of these bounds are subject to be edited Editor’s note: This letter was to pay the ticket and then failed to appear adults who can’t control themselves, can originally sent to Tom Buttrick, whose in court after you received the Notice to turn a fun kids’ game into a pressure back Republican seats lost last November. The or rejected. letter appeared in the May 13 edition. Appear and by doing so were in con- cooker. downtown redevelopment plans and municipal taxes We also encourage the public to submit their tempt of the court. Youth sports can be a great avenue were at issue then. Now, matters seem to be more of questions to the candidates. * * * * * * * To insinuate that the Town of for teaching children values like team- The town finds it necessary to respond Westfield, or any other municipality, do work, compassion, winning and losing to your recent published letter in The anything contrary to NJ State Law is gracefully, learning from mistakes, hard Westfield Leader. While the Town does irresponsible. work and dedication. My four children not have time to respond to all the inac- Your incident has no relationship to have played many different sports on Behavioral Contracts Can’t curate and misinformed letters that find Westfield Town Government, the different levels - travel, school, in-town their way to print, we feel it is necessary Westfield Police Department or the pro- and club teams. Most of the experi- to reply to your comments. posed parking improvements. It is sim- ences have been positive. But I’ve seen You were issued a parking violation at ply an administrative function of the some adult behaviors that were shock- Teach Lessons in Sportsmanship the end of March. In mid-April you court to respond to your personal fail- ing and inexcusable. Sometimes we received a Notice to Appear in Court, ures to obey legal notices that were sent reveal our true selves during youth It is a sad state of affairs when we need to have If a high school sports player is arrested for driving and you failed to appear. Three weeks to you in a timely fashion. The Town of games and we need to remember that contracts agreeing to proper and good sportsman- while intoxicated the night before the season starts, later an arrest-warrant notice was re- Westfield and the Westfield Police De- our children are watching and looking ship. What happened to just enjoying the game and the no-drugs contract is not enforced. Regardless of ceived from the NJ State Office of the partment have no control over police to us as role models. Administrative Court to Westfield’s policy in Far Hills. Your disparaging It was disturbing to read in the being happy to know the kids had fun and played whether that student is a good sports player, such Municipal Court. Our Court is obligated remarks toward Westfield officials at all Westfield Police blotter about an alter- their best? behavior should not be overlooked. It is truly the under law to issue that warrant. A Notice levels is inappropriate and certainly does cation at Gumbert Park between a coach There are two types of contracts around when it honor system, and nine times out of 10, students will of the Warrant was also sent to you. The not reflect the great service performed and umpire during a youth baseball issuance of the warrant is State Law by our Police Department to the citizens game. The situation compelled police comes to sports. For younger players, parents sign not report one another for smoking a cigarette or (governed by Rules Governing the Court of Westfield. intervention! The police blotter did not a contract saying that they will support positive drinking a beer. of the State of New Jersey Chapter 7:2.) The dedicated service of our Town mention the coach’s name and I wish it playing and refrain from fighting. Students at the Contracts for good behavior are all well and good, The State Law supersedes any local laws. Officials, as well as volunteers like your- had. If he/she is not removed from the Once the warrant is issued any police self, is truly what makes Westfield such coaching position, (the appropriate con- high school must sign a contract saying that they will but there needs to be a change in society first. department has access through a state- a desirable community. sequence), then parents should be able not smoke, do drugs or drink while they are playing Participation in sports provides a great learning wide computer system now available in Claire Gray to decide if they want their children during the season. experience. It teaches respect, sportsmanship, team- their patrol cars. The fact is, the town did Executive Assistant to the Mayor coached by this person. Bad calls will issue the parking ticket; however, you Westfield always happen - it’s a part of playing We all know that tempers can flare during a heated work and self-esteem. But there is such a thing as cannot blame the town because you failed sports. Coaches should have the self- game, and parents can get into scuffles over whose being too competitive if it causes kids to be under too control necessary to teach children how to accept an official’s decision, even kid is playing what position or getting more time or much stress. They are often under pressure to suc- SP-F Welfare Director Thanks when they disagree. There are organi- an umpire’s call on the play. However, this behavior ceed at too many things: sports, grades, social life, zations around the country that are fed is unacceptable, and it sets a bad example for the kids etc. It’s not good when parents encourage this and Donors to Local Welfare Department up with poor sportsmanship. They have Spring is finally in the air and I am Realty and all the area schools who held implemented programs where coaches who are playing. Also, parents have been harassing then don’t adhere to their own contracts by fighting hoping that so many of our neighbors who food drives, the Scotch Plains and Fanwood and parents must complete a training and badmouthing coaches when their team loses or with an umpire or coach. are out of work, experiencing illness or municipal workers, mayors and councils course in sportsmanship. Some even when they feel their children aren’t given enough Let’s remember that the kids and the coaches should just finding it hard to make ends meet will and our residents who anonymously drop demand that violating the “code of con- witness bright days, too. The communi- off food for our pantry. duct” will result in the coach/parent playing time. Just last week, an altercation took be out there to have fun. They play their best and ties of Scotch Plains and Fanwood have If I have forgotten anyone please for- being suspended from attending games. place between a coach and an umpire at Gumbert everyone should be congratulated for a job well done. again remembered those less fortunate by give me, it has been an overwhelming USA Hockey and Hockey Canada have Park in Westfield, causing the police to come and the Parents should be there to support the team and donating food, clothing, toys and mon- year and I am sure you gave from your partnered to launch a series of radio and etary gifts to their local welfare depart- heart and not for the publicity. TV public service announcements (Re- game to be cancelled. This is unusual for sports enjoy the game – win, lose or draw. For the most part, ment. This is the first time I have been Our food pantry is located in the Scotch lax, It’s Just A Game) targeting adult events in our town, and it is something worth being that’s the way it is. At times, we slip and need to be publicly able to thank them for all their Plains Municipal Building and anyone behavior at youth hockey games. concerned about. reminded. help because I too am coming up for my in need can pick up food on Tuesday If we are looking to develop a positive first breath of air after a long, hard and mornings. Donations of non-perishable attitude in our kids, we would do well to frustrating winter. foods are accepted at both the Scotch watch our own behaviors at athletic The decline in our economy has forced Plains Municipal Building and the events. Do we give positive encourage- many residents to seek assistance with Fanwood Borough Hall. We also accept ment or critical judgmental remarks? Do utility bills, prescriptions, food and rent monetary donations that assist our resi- we show a calm demeanor or heated payments from the Scotch Plains and dents with prescriptions and utility pay- overreactions to mistakes? Do we praise Fanwood Welfare Department. Many in- ments. Checks should be made out to the participation or game statistics? Next SP-F Welfare Director Thanks Donors dividuals and religious and community Donald Denitzio Memorial Fund and time you go to a game, remember, your organizations have helped me provide food mailed to the Welfare Department, lo- attitude is showing. And the kids are and monetary assistance through their kind cated at 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, watching. of Local Welfare Department donations. I would like to thank Temple 07076, or dropped off at either munici- Christine Foley Beth Israel and Immaculate Heart of Mary pal building. Spring is finally in the air and I am hoping that so many of our neighbors who are out Westfield of work, experiencing illness or just finding it hard to make ends meet will witness bright R.C. Church for their monthly food dona- May we see better days ahead and tions. I would also like to thank the Ameri- may we always show kindness and con- can Legion, the Fanwood Presbyterian cern for our neighbors. Thanks again. Red Bank Resident Church, Scotch Plains Baptist Church, the Maria Santo Spreads Gifted and First United Methodist Church, the SP-F Welfare Director Service League, Charlie Brown’s Scotch Plains-Fanwood Talented Curricula Restaurant’s employees, Coldwell Banker Recently the Westfield Board of Edu- Brennans Thank Police cation has approved new Gifted and Deadlines Talented curricula. These curricula ap- General News - Friday 4pm For Helping Mother pear very well-designed. However, in Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm On Thursday, May 13, my mother the interests of children excluded from Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm suffered a very serious and life-threaten- the Gifted and Talented curricula, I have Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm ing leg injury. There was a large loss of obtained copies of these curricula under Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm blood and she was alone at the time. She the New Jersey Open Public Records could have very easily bled to death. Act and have placed them on my website To Reach Us But because the Fanwood Police De- http://www.ken-macritchie.com. Thus, E-Mail - [email protected] partment responded so rapidly and got parents of children excluded from the Phone - (908) 232-4407 her the emergency care she needed so Gifted and Talented curricula can teach Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 quickly (including calling for a helicop- this subject matter to their children. PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 ter to land in Forest Park!), my mother The Gifted and Talented curricula are not only survived, but it appears she will designed for children who are “profoundly Submittal Formats also not lose her leg. gifted.” However, a review of the curricula Email Photos & articles On behalf of our entire family, we indicates that almost any child can learn Email Ads as pdf files wish to extend our deepest heartfelt this subject matter. I am always pleased to Please spell & grammar check thanks to all the incredibly wonderful light the lamp of learning and broaden For more information, see people who gave us our mother back. access to educational opportunities. www.goleader.com/help The Brennan Family Kenneth MacRitchie Fanwood Red Bank A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 20, 2004 Page 5 Urban Or Suburban? - Letters to the Editor Former Westfield Historian Asks What does history tell us about the 1700 Our earliest sketch map as of Westfield’s Parking Pay Stations origins of our business district and the 1734 shows the “commons” as a dotted sense of community in the center of line, adjoining Marsh. It seems they town? had been out-farming there for years Are Not Handicapped Accessible Do you recognize an American vil- before 1727, south of Broad Street, Although I am not a Westfield resi- When we came back to the car I was lage now entering another century that with nobody yet living anywhere dent, I do frequent the shops in down- stunned to see a ticket on the windshield. has a Post Office at one corner of a nearby. Other settlers followed rap- town Westfield. My husband is disabled We had the proper handicap identifica- rectangle of streets laid out 300 years idly. There was a big surge in 1734-5, and needs a wheelchair to get around. tion, but the ticket was for overtime ago, a movie house where there used to after a lawsuit by proprietors who We usually use the parking lot on Cen- parking. When I looked into the matter I be a tavern at the next corner north, a claimed nonresident land rights was tral Avenue behind the movie theatre. was told that the new policy is that long main street with four big churches decided in favor of the settlers. We have always parked in the handicap handicap people are now expected to and four banks, a department store 1734 was also the date of a peculiar space without any problems. pay for parking. There is no notice at where there was once a general store at land transaction known as Hubbell’s When the lot was metered, the handi- either of the two spaces to indicate that the far end and a street called First Folly. William Miller and his neigh- cap spaces were free. We assumed that the policy previously in existence was Avenue at the south corner, with the bor John Robinson gave the new Pres- the same policy was in effect. changed; even the store personnel were Ben Solomon for The Westfield Leader and The Times railroad station and fire house right in byterian church 40 acres at what used not aware of this change. LAPS FOR LIFE…Cancer survivors stand together and walk the first lap of the the center? to be the crossroads corner and changed Residents Call for I checked the parking lot to see where 12-hour Up-All-Night Relay for Life at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School. It looks exactly like it was laid out the configuration of Mountain Avenue the pay boxes were located. Although for a village green or commons, though to eliminate the crossroads. This was Deck Referendum the handicaped are expected to pay for Westfield Superintendent Responds it never was. An old north/south Indian to thwart the foolish efforts of a young For many months, we have followed parking, nothing has been done to make trail now known as Mountain Avenue minister Nathaniel Hubbell to claim the parking deck issue in hopes of form- the pay boxes handicap accessible. All ran directly into the north corner. A the entire lot as his personal property. ing a sensible, unbiased opinion. While of the pay boxes are quite a distance To April 23 Edison School Incident high spot along that path is where the An official resurvey in 1736 trans- we recognize that for some there is a away from the handicap spaces. Neither I would like to provide factual infor- teachers, the entire intermediate school first setters William Miller and Hannah ferred to Marsh the village commons genuine problem of parking spaces, we of the boxes in the middle of the lot are mation and describe the steps that the staff participated in a bully-proofing Marsh chose to live in 1727, when they that never was. still have some concerns about construct- easily accessible and cannot be reached school administration has taken since workshop for a full day in October, and moved out of town into the wilderness. Local homes and families were hit ing parking decks. at all if you are in a wheelchair. There is April 23, when an incident involving then attended faculty meetings empha- The Miller-Cory house built later for hard during the Revolutionary War. Our far-greater concern is about the a box even further away that is more two eighth graders at Edison Intermedi- sizing student well-being. their oldest son is still there, the oldest Further development was slow until proposed construction of retail and resi- handicap accessible. This pay box is ate School resulted in serious injury to The injured student is receiving home house in town. 1862, when the first suburban com- dential spaces and the consequences. The located on the other side of the Central one of the students. instruction and we look forward to his Hannah Marsh came from the oldest muters came, during the Civil War, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Avenue entrance from the handicap The safety of all our students is of continued recovery and return to school. family, at the crossroads where 200 after the railroad was extended across reports that “rents have been flat or edg- spaces. Accessing this pay box requires foremost importance to us and this situ- The other student is now under the juris- acres was allotted to Samuel Marsh in Newark Bay for military transport. A ing down” and there is a significant “va- crossing the Central Avenue entrance, ation is of great concern to our entire diction of the Family Court in Elizabeth sketch view drawn that year shows a cancy rate for offices and other commer- which can be dangerous for someone school district. and remains at home. NALC Appreciates train steaming into the station past cial properties.” For an indication of the who is disabled. Edison Principal Cheryl O’Brien and Edison’s parents were informed of the empty farmlands to the south of town. flagging current residential rental market It is hard to believe that the residents the teachers who know the victim and incident via e-mail from Mrs. O’Brien Westfielders Generosity Before residential homes began to ap- in Westfield, just look at the numerous of such a lovely town as Westfield would the accused student assure me that the the day of the incident. They have re- As President of the Westfield Letter pear, business development was con- long-hanging ‘For Rent’ signs at places condone such a callous policy. The in- incident could not have been predicted. ceived two more updates since that time. Carriers Union (NALC), I wish on be- fined to the four streets between that already have proximity to town and sensitivity to the safety of those requir- Both students have been at Edison since Since April 23, students have ex- half of my brothers and sisters and my- Quimby and Broad, Clark and Central transportation. Therefore, we seriously ing the use of the handicap spaces is sixth grade, and there were no indica- pressed their get-well messages to their self to thank the patrons we serve in Avenue. doubt that building mixed retail and resi- appalling. I can only assume that the tions of problems between them prior to injured classmate by sending cards and Westfield for their generosity during our The restful green area we still have dential space will offset much of the person in charge of such things felt that that day. letters to him and his family, and teach- recent food drive. in the center of town is part of this parking decks’ construction costs, as the safety of a handicapped person was When the injured student entered the ers have facilitated those efforts by pro- Letter carriers, by your donations, heritage. The little creek running down claimed. If there is an unlikely dramatic less important than the revenue gener- school’s health office during lunch, one viding time during class to plan and collected more than 25,000 pounds of the middle is still open, behind the market change, there will still be the ated from these two spaces. Is it really of our registered nurses at Edison, who is write letters of support. food. These donations have been placed firehouse. It runs south under the tracks results of school, traffic and tax impacts. necessary to ask someone who needs a former emergency-room nurse, de- Shortly after the incident, Edison’s with your local food bank, Holy Trinity unrecognized, through the same tun- A non-binding public referendum is assistance to get around to have to worry tected the severity of the victim’s symp- principal, assistant principal and the Church, to help those in our communi- nel as a thousand commuters each day. called for. If there is a majority demand about feeding the pay box while shop- toms and arrangements were made to counselors met with the entire student ties who are in need. We are deeply We even have the quaint local tradi- for construction of parking decks in- ping? Instead of adding to the difficul- rush the student to a trauma center. body, emphasizing that it is important to grateful to those residents who not only tion of a limit on building height that stead of alternative parking solutions, ties of our handicapped we should be Although the injured student origi- avoid engaging in activities that might this year but for the past 11 years have keeps the downtown steeples, bank then build them. Don’t compound a ques- applauding the courage that it takes them nally reported to the nurse that he had result in someone getting hurt and that helped this Union provide for those less buildings and trees still visible on the tionable solution by adding the obvious to try to get around and live their lives to been hurt as a result of “running into a when a student is mistreated or sees fortunate. Our annual food drive, which horizon. risks and consequences of business and the fullest. door,” Mrs. O’Brien determined later another student being mistreated, it is takes place the Saturday before Moth- The name of our town is Westfield. dwelling spaces. I am writing this in the hopes that this that day that another eighth grader was important to inform an adult immedi- ers’ Day, has had more and more partici- Are there people around now who en- We are not against change and policy will be changed before someone involved and immediately suspended that ately. These are messages that have been pation from residents. It is wonderful joy this sense of small town history progress, but we are very concerned. is seriously hurt or worse. student from school. The accused stu- part of our intermediate schools’ Bully- that a community can work together for and don’t want to forget it all? John and Beverly Charters Anne M. Brezin dent has no history of violence at the Proofing program since September. The such a worthwhile cause. Just ask us! Westfield Scotch Plains school. focus is on character education, engag- Thomas Murphy Homer J. Hall We began investigating the incident ing all students to participate in monthly President of Branch 1492 Exeter, New Hampshire immediately in accordance with the poli- discussions about making positive Westfield Westfield Town Historian 1996-98 cies and procedures of the Board of choices. This school year, Edison’s Education. Part of these procedures in- weekly electronic newsletter featured a cluded notifying the Westfield Police six-part series on anti-bullying, provid- Department on April 23 and continuing ing parents with supportive information to cooperate with the police in this in- and resources. We also urge parents to vestigation. Student witnesses later re- encourage their children to report to vealed that there was no fighting be- adults any incidents of verbal or physi- tween the students, but the victim was cal bullying to themselves or to others punched during lunch and in an earlier and to never be silent. gym class. At neither time were teachers I take this incident seriously, and I ask aware of the incidents, nor were the for the cooperation of the community in incidents reported by students. supporting the school district’s contin- Edison’s average student/teacher ra- ued efforts to build a caring and safe tio is 23:1, including during lunch peri- environment for all our children. ods, when teachers supervise the stu- William J. Foley, Ed.D. dents they teach. To properly train our Superintendent of Schools Westfield

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PUBLICATION Director of Wellness Center To Speak at NAMI Program COUNTY – Members of the pub- tem,” a guide to mental health re- lic are invited to a free presentation sources in Union County, will be on Tuesday, May 25, sponsored by available to attendees. the Union County Chapter of the Anyone interested in obtaining a National Alliance for the Mentally copy but who is unable to attend the Ill (NAMI). presentation, or who is looking for The program will begin at 7:30 more information, may call (908) p.m. at the Osceola Presbyterian 233-1628 or e-mail NAMI at Church, located at 1689 Raritan Road [email protected]. in Clark. Refreshments will be pro- vided. Westfield ‘Y’ to Honor Beth Pincus, creator and director of the Mind Body Wellness Center in Active Older Adults Summit, will be the guest speaker. WESTFIELD — On Thursday, Her talk will be entitled “Coming to May 27, the Westfield “Y” will sa- GRIPS” (an acronym for Guilt, Re- lute those over age 55 during Na- sponsibility, Independence, Power tional Active Older Adult Day. The and Shame). event is open to the public, and “Y” Ms. Pincus, a Licensed Clinical membership is not required. Social Worker, will address some of Individuals may schedule a tour of the emotional issues that many fami- the facilities, located at 220 Clark lies face in dealing with mental ill- Street, and/or participate in any of ness. Attendees will be offered the the following activities. opportunity to learn effective coping An in-line dance class will be of- skills that contribute to emotional fered from 8 to 8:55 a.m., and a Ms. Stacey J. Harvestine and Richard A. De Luca wellness. A question-and-answer senior strength training class will period will follow. take place from 9:15 to 10 a.m. Before starting her private prac- Participants are invited to visit with tice, Ms. Pincus was a social worker the Old Guard of Westfield between clinician for Family Service, a divi- 9:30 a.m. and noon to see the guest Ms. Stacey J. Harvestine sion of Overlook Hospital/Atlantic speaker and entertainment. Behavioral Health systems, and for A complimentary light lunch with Miss Jorie C. Sitcer and Maurice E. Rozencwaig Somerset Medical Center in the a presentation entitled “Keeping the To Wed Richard A. De Luca Women’s Trauma Disorders Unit. Golden Years Golden” is scheduled She has provided psycho-educa- from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Mr. and Mrs. Ronold Harvestine A graduate of the Katharine Gibbs tional programs throughout New Jer- Morning snacks will be provided. Miss Jorie Sitcer Engaged of Hartland, Wis. and Ms. Deborah School in Piscataway, the bride-to- sey, lectured extensively, and is a Registration for the light luncheon Browning of Menomonee Falls, Wis. be is a customer care specialist with volunteer Red Cross Disaster Mental and programs is encouraged. Draw- have announced the engagement of LVMH Watch & Jewelry, USA in Health Worker who was called into ings for free raffle prizes will follow their daughter, Ms. Stacey Jean Springfield. service following the tragedies of lunch. To Maurice Rozencwaig Harvestine of Rahway, to Richard Her fiancé graduated from September 11, 2001. For more information, please call Anthony De Luca, also of Rahway. Westfield High School in 1993. He is Mr. and Mrs. Gary P. Sitcer of a contract analyst by International Free copies of NAMI’s 2004 edi- Mary Ann McCormick at the Westfield have announced the en- Oncology Network in Baltimore. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles employed as an electrician with tion of “Resource Guide – Help in Westfield “Y” at (908) 233-2700, Salerno of Edison. Kennelly Electric in Westfield. gagement of their daughter, Miss Her fiancé, a 1995 graduate of Navigating the Mental Health Sys- extension no. 232. The couple plans to be married in Jorie Christina Sitcer, to Maurice Pikesville High School in Maryland, Red Cross Chapter June of 2005 in Milwaukee, Wis. Evan Rozencwaig. He is the son of was awarded a degree in business Mrs. Carol Rozencwaig of Baltimore, from Towson University in Towson, Posts Blood Drive ‘Discovery Sleuths’ Among Md. and the late Benito Rozencwaig. Md. in 2000. Mr. Rozencwaig is WESTFIELD – The Westfield/ Samantha Elizabeth Miss Sitcer graduated from employed as a project manager for Mountainside Chapter of the Ameri- Westfield High School in 1992. She NV Homes, a custom homebuilder can Red Cross will sponsor a blood Welcomed By Fornos Girl Scout Summer Camps received a degree in sociology from in Baltimore. drive on Wednesday, June 2, from 3 Christopher and Jennifer Forno of Roanoke College in Roanoke, Va. in The wedding is being planned for to 8 p.m. at the chapter headquarters, Westfield have announced the birth of WESTFIELD – The Girl Scouts of Lutheran Church in Plainfield. Sum- 1996. The bride-elect is employed as the fall of this year. located at 321 Elm Street in Westfield. their daughter, Samantha Elizabeth Washington Rock Council (GSWRC) mer Day Camp is open to girls enter- A bloodmobile will be stationed at Forno, on Friday, March 19, at 4:12 will once again offer its Summer Day ing grades 1 through 8. the site for the event, and donations p.m. at Overlook Hospital in Summit. Camp program. All camps will oper- Additionally this year, a science Fanwood and Scotch Plains will be accepted inside the head- Samantha weighed 7 pounds and ate Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. day camp called “Discovery Sleuths” quarters building as well. Compli- 10 ounces and measured 20 inches in to 5 p.m., from July 12 to August 6. will be held at Camp Letico in mentary cholesterol screenings will length at birth. The GSWRC serves 22 area com- Roselle, close to the Cranford/Lin- To Hold Joint Blood Drive be available for all blood donors. She joins her brother, Nicholas, age 2. munities, among them Westfield, den line. The program will provide All donors must present signed or The baby’s maternal grandparents Scotch Plains, Fanwood, girls ages 11 to 17 with hands-on FANWOOD – Mayor Colleen appointment, with donation hours picture identification and know their are Donald and Eileen Marshall of Mountainside and Berkeley Heights. experience in the use of various tools Mahr of Fanwood and Mayor Martin beginning at 3, 5 and 7 p.m. These Social Security number. Individuals Belle Mead. Three camp sites will be available such as compasses and Global Posi- Marks of Scotch Plains have an- individuals should not take any aspi- are also advised to eat a meal before Her paternal grandparents are to choose from, featuring various tioning Systems. They will also learn nounced the first joint blood drive rin for three days prior to donating. donating. For more information, Lawrence Forno of Morristown and activities and theme weeks. They how to make hydrogen, shampoo between their two communities, to To make an appointment for platelet please call the Blood Center of New Carole Forno of Budd Lake. include George Washington School and conduct other experiments. take place on Monday, May 24. The donations, please call Bob Jersey at (800) NJ-BLOOD, exten- Charles and Martha Jones are No. 1 in Elizabeth, the War Memo- Participants will additionally visit mayors and councils from both mu- Sommerich at (908) 889-1891. sion no. 140. Samantha’s great-grandparents. rial in Hillside, and the Cross of Life New York’s Brooklyn Bridge and nicipalities have designated this day Appointments are not needed for meet female engineers to learn what as “Blood Donation Day.” regular blood donations, but donors their jobs entail. During a trip to The event, which will take place are asked to come to the blood mo- Sandy Hook, they will enjoy a day at from 3 to 8:30 p.m., has been planned bile by 8 p.m. the beach and learn what kind of in conjunction with the American Red The drive is open to residents of plants and organisms live in different Cross and New Jersey Blood Services other towns. Types O, A, and B are types of water, as well as ways to in an effort to combat blood shortages. particularly needed. Donors should protect water resources. Two bloodmobiles will be sta- be between 18 and 76 years old, in “Discovery Sleuths” will follow tioned in the Martine Avenue park- good health, have identification and strict guidelines of the state and the ing lot in Fanwood, between Fanwood know their Social Security number. Girl Scouts of the USA. Anyone in- Bagel and the Internet Lounge. One For more information, please call terested in enrollment in any of the mobile will be for regular blood do- Mr. Sommerich. Summer Day Camps or in further nations and the other will be for information may call the GSWRC at platelet donations. Hope Chest Thrift Shop (908) 232-3236, extension no. 1202. Platelet donations will be done by Slates Half-Price Sale WESTFIELD – The Hope Chest Thrift Shop, located at 26 Prospect Street in Westfield, will have a half- price sale on all spring clothing for women, men and children during the month of June. Designer clothes, fine jewelry, handbags, scarves and decorative items are all featured at the shop. Volunteers from the Center for Hope Hospice and Palliative Care operate the Hope Chest. All pro- ceeds help to provide terminally ill patients with natural, humane care known as hospice and their families or loved ones with physical, emo- tional and spiritual support. The Hope Chest is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information on volunteer- ing or directions to the shop, please call (908) 233-9973. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 20, 2004 Page 7 Shavuot Observance to Include Ten Commandments Reading WESTFIELD — The Union Sinai. It will be ushered in on the evening County Torah Center, located at 418 of Tuesday, May 25, and continue through Central Avenue in Westfield, will cel- the evening of Thursday, May 27. ebrate Shavuot with a special reading This holiday places a special em- of the Ten Commandments on phasis on the education of children. Wednesday, May 26. For more information, please call the The program will take place at 6:30 Torah Center at (908) 789-5252. p.m. and will be followed by an ice cream party for children and a dairy Rabies Clinic Open Kiddush with cheese blintzes and cheesecake for the adults. All are wel- To Local Residents come and there is no charge. COUNTY – A free rabies clinic, open Shavuot, a two-day festival, com- to residents of Westfield, Mountainside memorates the giving of the Ten Com- and Fanwood, will take place from 5:30 to mandments and the Torah on Mount 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 26, at the Roselle Park First Aid Squad Building, Bible Professor to Give located at 535 Laurel Avenue. Dogs will be inoculated between COCKTAILS WITH A PURPOSE…Westfield residents Germaine and Rich- EVENING OF PRAISE…The Ministerium of Scotch Plains and Fanwood ard Trabert were among the many supporters who attended a Gala Friends observe the annual National Day of Prayer on May 6, during which more than Lecture on Original Sin 5:30 and 6:30 p.m., while cats will be WESTFIELD — Dr. Alan Cooper Cocktail Party at Baltusrol Golf Club to kick off Great Performances 2004, an 200 people gathered on the Scotch Plains Village Green for prayer and worship. inoculated from 6:30 to 7 p.m. No event benefiting Overlook Hospital to be held Saturday, September 18 at the Pictured, from left to right, are: Carmen Zullo of Scotch Plains; Nancy Walter will define and discuss the concept of appointments are required. New Jersey Performing Arts Center. Mr. Trabert is the outgoing Chairman of and Jessica Croson of the Evangel Church Worship Team; the Reverend Donald “original sin” this Sunday, May 23, at To limit the possibility of exposure the Ovrelook Hospital Foundation Board of Trustees. Hummel of St. Bartholomew the Apostle Roman Catholic Church; Jen Croson 7 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El, located at to rabies, the Westfield Regional and Arthur Walter of the Evangel Church Worship Team; Pastor Kevin 756 East Broad Street in Westfield. Health Department has issued the Brennan of the Evangel Church; Fanwood Borough Councilwoman Katherine He will explain how the concept following guidelines: Friends of Overlook Kick Off Mitchell, and Scotch Plains Township Councilwoman Paulette Coronato. became part of Judaism in the late 1) Make sure all dogs and cats are Middle Ages, giving rise to religious vaccinated against rabies; 2) Do not practices and views of women, chil- leave family pets outdoors overnight or Great Performances 2004 Gala Nonprofit Groups Can dren and sexuality that persist today. feed animals outdoors; 3) Avoid contact Dr. Cooper is a Professor of Bible at with all wild animals, 4) Instruct chil- Summit – More than 175 Over- pital Foundation at (908) 522-2840. both the Jewish Theological Semi- dren not to bring home, pet or attempt to look supporters attended a Gala The Overlook Hospital Founda- Learn Fundraising Skills nary and the Union Theological Semi- “help” a sick wild animal. Friends Cocktail Party on April 2 to tion raises funds that are used to SCOTCH PLAINS – Nonprofit or- teer boards to boost their major-gifts- nary, a Catholic school. If bitten by any animal, individuals kick off Great Performances 2004, purchase state-of-the-art equipment ganizations will learn how to use a getting skills, developed successful an- There is no charge for this program. are urged to consult their physician an event benefiting Overlook Hospi- and fund special programs to help capital campaign as a dynamic nual fund programs and collaborated For further information about the immediately and to contact the health tal to be held Saturday, September Overlook remain on the forefront of fundraising tool at a workshop on with various corporations on “cause- event, please call Carolyn Shane at department at (908) 789-4070 to re- 18 at the New Jersey Performing Arts medical care. All gifts to the Over- Wednesday, June 2 entitled “Capital related marketing” projects. At present, (908) 232-6770. port the incident. Center. look Hospital Foundation are tax- Campaigns–Your Organization is Not he directs the Suburban Community More than 1,000 guests are ex- deductible and remain at Overlook. Too Small.” Music Center in New Providence, pected to attend the September event. The seminar will take place from 7 to which is now in the final stages of a Tri-County Red Cross Posts In keeping with the theme – Author of ‘LADIES’ 9:15 p.m. in the lounge of the JCC of campaign to fund its Facilities Expan- “Laughter…Nature’s Best Medi- Visits Woman’s Club Central New Jersey, located at 1319 sion Project, nearly tripling the num- cine” – the evening will feature a SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains. ber of its teaching studios. Lifeguard Training Courses performance by a comedian, a cock- tail reception, seated dinner and danc- Plains Woman’s Club, a member of Participants will hear speaker Daniel The Union County Division of Cul- COUNTY – The Tri-County Chap- 8:30 p.m. on June 15, 17, 22, 24 and 29. Rostan teach how nonprofits can use a tural and Heritage Affairs is present- ing. Lifetime Achievement Awards the General Federation of Women’s ter of the American Red Cross, in The cost for each session is $200. Clubs, met at the Scotch Hills Coun- capital campaign to spur their ing the Capital Campaigns Work- will be given to four recipients whose collaboration with the Plainfield Individuals age 15 and older may contribution to Overlook has been try Club on April 14 for a board organization’s growth, build their vol- shop, which is funded by a grant YMCA, will offer a series of Life- register for the course. Participants unteer base and increase their endow- from the New Jersey Council on the noteworthy for community service, meeting followed by a regular meet- guard Training courses. will be provided with skills and ing. Both meetings were led by Sec- ment. The Union County Board of Cho- Arts, Department of State and the medical service, volunteer service The Tri-County chapter serves knowledge designed to enable them and corporate service. ond Vice President Edith Czeropski. sen Freeholders is sponsoring the event. New Jersey Historical Commission, towns in Middlesex, Somerset and to prevent and respond to aquatic “Nonprofits, large or small, must learn a Division of Cultural Affairs in the Annie Cardelus Jones and Timothy The guest speaker was Feather Union Counties, including Fanwood emergencies. Lifeguard Certificates Schwartz Foster, author of “LADIES: to think beyond ‘bricks and mortar’ Department of State. Jones of Summit are serving as Great and Scotch Plains. Courses will be will be awarded upon successful Performances 2004 Gala Chairper- A Conjecture of Personalities.” A when they are considering launching a Registration, along with a $10 regis- held at the Plainfield YMCA on completion of the course. capital campaign,” said Freeholder Mary tration fee, is required by May 28. Each sons. Mrs. Dolores Hope, wife of the study of First Ladies from Martha Watchung Avenue in Plainfield. The courses will also include cer- Washington to Hillary Rodham Ruotolo, liaison to the Union County additional member of the same organi- late comedian Bob Hope, is serving One session will run from 9 a.m. to 6 tification in Cardiopulmonary Re- as Honorary Gala Chair. Clinton, the book crosses boundaries Cultural and Heritage Programs Advi- zation is $5. To request a brochure or p.m. on Sunday, June 6, and from 4:30 suscitation for the Professional Res- sory Board. “We are pleased to give more information, please contact the For tickets and information about between fact, conjecture and centu- to 8:30 p.m. on June 4, 8, 9, 10 and 11. cuer and First Aid. To register or for ries. An amateur presidential histo- executive directors, board members, Union County Division of Cultural and Great Performances 2004 – A second session will run from 9 a.m. to more information, please call (908) “Laughter…Nature’s Best Medi- rian, Mrs. Foster owns a thousand- staff and key volunteers an opportunity Heritage Affairs at 633 Pearl Street, 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 26, and 4:30 to 756-6414, extension no. 27. to see how a well-executed campaign Elizabeth 07202. Telephone: (908) 558- cine,” please call the Overlook Hos- volume presidential library. can be beneficial to every facet of their 2550. NJ Relay users dial 711. The organization’s development.” email address is [email protected]. Participants will learn when, why and by whom a capital campaign should ‘Choir Sunday’ Slated be created and how it should differ from annual fundraising projects. They At First Baptist Church will explore ways to set goals, budgets WESTFIELD – This Sunday, May and timetables. Other topics will in- 23, the First Baptist Church of clude avoiding possible pitfalls, han- Westfield, located at 170 Elm Street, dling legal and tax issues and publiciz- will celebrate “Choir Sunday” at ing the campaign. 10:30 a.m. with a special musical Workshop presenter Daniel Rostan program. has been involved in nonprofit The Chancel Choir and Bell Ring- fundraising for more than 20 years, ers, along with Minister of Music serving as executive director of com- William Mathews, will provide spe- munity-based music schools in New cial anthems and chorale preludes York, Boston and New Jersey. These under the theme “Organ and Song schools conducted capital campaigns Sounding in Glad Adoration.” ranging in size from just under For more information, please call $200,000 to more than $1.5 million. the church at (908) 233-2278 or email Mr. Rostan has worked with volun- [email protected].

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Bobbi Brajkovich of California; a Miami Beach, Fla. after a coura- his passion for life, loyal friendships Mrs. Miller was born February 12, nephew, Thomas Miller of South geous 12-year battle and quiet generosity. Ryan Dale Carter, 24, of Scotch Carla Carter; his grandfather, John 1906 near Manheim, Germany. She River, and nieces Carolyn Bartz of with prostate cancer. He is survived by his Plains died on Thursday, May 13, at Pavoa; two brothers, R. Colin Carter moved to the United States in the North Carolina and Katia Mader of Barry and his late fa- mother, Annette Fritz of his home. and Dylan Carter; three sisters, early 1930s and settled in New York Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. ther, Herbert, enjoyed a Monroe Township, N.J. Born in Elmhurst, Ill., he was a Stephanie Heath, Kim Maniatakos City, where she worked as a skilled A memorial service will be held successful career in and Miami Beach; two lifelong resident of Scotch Plains. and Alexandra Carter; his aunt Col- dressmaker for Bergdorf Goodman on Tuesday, May 25, at Gray’s Fu- women’s wear retailing daughters, Allison Fritz Mr. Carter graduated leen Hauser and cousins and several boutiques. She married neral Home, 318 East Broad Street in in Westfield, having Feuer (Jack) of from Scotch Plains- Shannon and Timothy the late Roy Miller and eventually Westfield. Those planning to visit operated Herbert’s and Westport, Conn. and Fanwood High School Hauser, and many faith- moved to Westfield. are asked to call the funeral home at Country Clothes by John Nicole Fritz McFarland in 1999 and attended ful and beloved friends. A strong-willed woman who never (908) 233-0143 after Monday for the Franks on Broad Street (Brian) of New York Union County College. A funeral service took lost her German accent, Mrs. Miller exact time. and, later, Herbert’s on City; two grandsons, He began his career as place on Tuesday, May was a tireless volunteer for Children’s May 20, 2004 Central Avenue. They Miles and Benjamin an insurance agent in 18, at the Evangel also owned Imagine in Feuer, and his brother, 1999 with Couch Church in Scotch Plains. East Windsor, N.J. Ken Fritz (Brenda) of Edward Smith, 82, Retired Machinist; Barry E. Fritz Braunsdorf of Westfield Interment followed at Born in Newark, Venice, Calif. and was currently em- Hillside Cemetery in Barry was a student at Contributions can be ployed with MAV En- Scotch Plains. Was Crossing Guard In Scotch Plains Lincoln Elementary School, made to The Foundation for Cancer terprises in Roselle Park. Arrangements were by Edward W. Smith, 82, of Scotch He was predeceased by his wife, Roosevelt Junior High School, and Research and Education, P.O. Box He was predeceased the Memorial Funeral Plains died on Wednesday, May 12, in 1961 graduated from Westfield 50, Free Union, Va. 29940, or Dr. Ryan Dale Carter Norma Eise Smith, in 1994. by his father, Robert R. Home, 155 South Av- at the Hunterdon Care Center in Surviving are two sons, Jeffrey E. High School. He attended Lehigh Bild Animal Hospital, 2500 NW 79th Carter, and his uncle, Robert C. enue in Fanwood. Flemington. University for his freshman and Street, Miami Beach, Fla. 33147. Smith of Bound Brook and Randall Hauser, whom he tirelessly and self- Memorial donations may be made Born in North Plainfield, he had L. Smith of Scotch Plains; a daugh- sophomore years before transferring May 20, 2004 lessly tended to throughout their pro- to: Young Life Central Jersey, 707 lived there before relocating to Scotch ter, Pamela J. Torgerson of longed illnesses. Willow Grove Road, Westfield 07090. Plains in 1949. Flemington; two brothers, Frank He is survived by his mother, Diane May 20, 2004 Mr. Smith had been employed as a Perkowsky of North Plainfield and William DiLouie, 61, Optimist Founder; Heath of Scotch Plains; his stepfa- machinist with Thul’s Machine Shop Thomas Smith of South Plainfield; ther, Robert Heath; his stepmother, Mary L. Murray, 84 in Plainfield for 17 years prior to two sisters, Teresa Newman and Had Long Career as Investment Banker Mary L. Murray, 84, of Scotch retiring in 1987. Afterwards, he Lillian Ziomek, both of North William R. DiLouie, 61, of Cape Ann Mitchell DiLouie; a daughter, DEATH NOTICE Plains died on Wednesday, May 12, served as a school crossing guard at Plainfield, and five grandchildren. May Point and Osprey, Fla. died on Alison DiLouie Parsons of Sharon Cornelia L. Ciraolo, 83 at Rahway Hospital. the corner of Westfield Road and Funeral services were held on Sat- Thursday, May 13. Born in Newark, she had lived in Evergreen Avenue in Scotch Plains urday, May 15, at the Memorial Fu- Springs, N.Y.; a son, John William Cornelia L. Ciraolo, 83, of Bayville Born in Trenton, the son of the late DiLouie, also of Sharon Springs, and Linden before moving to Scotch from 1987 to 2003. neral Home, 155 South Avenue in Kate and John “Bill” DiLouie, he died on Thursday, May 13, at her Plains 30 years ago. He was a Staff Sergeant in the Fanwood. Interment followed at a grandson. home. had been a resident of Westfield for A memorial service will be an- Mrs. Murray was a member of the United States Army during World Hollywood Memorial Park in Union. Born in Montazzoli, Italy, she came May 20, 2004 17 years. He moved to Cape May nounced at a later date. Arrange- Scotch Plains Senior Citizens and War II. Point upon his retirement in 1995. to the United States in 1930, settling UNICO in Plainfield. ments are by the Sudak-Danaher in Westfield. She relocated from there Mr. DiLouie began his career work- Funeral Home in Cape May. She was predeceased by her hus- ing for the Province of Ontario, to Bayville 11 years old. band, Alfred R. Murray, in 1980; a In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- Mrs. Ciraolo was a homemaker. Community News Canada for a number of years. He tions may be made to a favorite char- son, Alfred Murray, Jr., in 1963, and then worked as an investment banker She was predeceased by her sister, a daughter, Joyce Polidoro, in 2001. ity. Sabina McHenry. in the financial district on Wall Street May 20, 2004 Surviving are four daughters, Ann in New York for more than 30 years. Surviving are her husband of 63 Walko of Scotch Plains, Dorothy Westfield Recreation Events Upon his retirement, he and his wife Amy Ross, 43 years, Biagio Ciraolo; a daughter, Horning of Holiday City, Georgette purchased the Brass Bed Inn in Cape Loretta Wilson of Westfield, a realtor Irving of Long Island, N.Y. and All Sports Camp: With David for all programs). The Junior Play- Amy Ross, 43, of Manhattan, N.Y. with Century 21 Taylor and Love in Duelks (ages 10-14). Held the week ground is for resident children May, which they recently sold. died on Sunday, April 25, in New Bonnie Nelson of North Brunswick; He attended West Virginia Univer- Westfield; three grandsons, David of two sons, Douglas Murray of Pueblo, of June 21, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m, Fee: $60. completing Kindergarten through York City. Baton Rouge, La., Donald and James, Baseball Camp: With Dave grade 5. Held at local elementary sity and continued his studies at Sir Born and raised in Westfield, she Calif. and Dennis Murray of Roselle George Williams University in both of Westfield, and a great-grand- Park; two sisters, Erma Venezia of Duelks (ages 8-13): Held weeks of schools. Fee: $15. lived in Manhattan for the last 10 son, David Michael Wilson, 2nd. June 28 and July 5, 9 a.m. to 12 Our New Teen Scene is for resi- Montreal, Canada. years. West Orange and Lucy Caposiena of Mr. DiLouie was a former member A Mass of Christian Burial was Newark; 18 grandchildren and many p.m. $60/week. dent teens completing grades 6 She was predeceased by her father, offered on Saturday, May 15, at the Tennis Camps: Ages 8 to 14, through 8. Held in the relaxed at- of the Westfield Jaycees and was a Lawrence Ross, and by a brother, great-grandchildren. founding member of the Optimist Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church Funeral services were held on offered all weeks from June 28 mosphere of Tamaques Park. Fee: Jeffrey Ross. in Westfield. Interment followed at through August 20, 9 a.m. to 12 $25. Club of Westfield. Surviving are a daughter, Marisa Monday, May 17, at the Memorial He also was a member and Past Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Funeral Home, 155 South Avenue in p.m. $60/week. The department also offers a Ross; her mother and stepfather, Flo- Arrangements were under the di- Soccer Camps: with Chuck C.I.T. Program for resident teens Commodore of the Corinthian Yacht rence Ross Walsh and Frank P. Walsh Fanwood. Entombment followed at Club in Cape May and was a member rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, Hollywood Memorial Park in Union. Ropars (ages 8 to 16), held weeks ages 14 and 15. A C.I.T. applica- of Westfield, and a granddaughter, 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. of June 28 and July 5. Fee: $60/ tion is required from each appli- of the Golf Club at Capri Isles in Giana Ross. Memorial donations may be made Venice, Fla. Memorial contributions may be to Plainfields’ UNICO Scholarship week. cant. Space is limited. Fee: $25 Services were private. made to the American Heart Asso- Bowling Camp: at Linden Lanes (Additional fees will be charged Surviving are his wife of 30 years, May 20, 2004 Fund, Plainfields’ UNICO, in care of ciation, 2550 U.S. Highway 1, North Frank Licato, Treasurer, P.O. Drawer (ages 5 to 7): Held Wednesdays at for trips and events for all Summer Brunswick 08902. A, South Plainfield 07080. 10 a.m. for nine weeks. $6/week. Playground Programs) May 20, 2004 May 20, 2004 Golf Camp: at Oak Ridge Golf Guys & Dolls: Come enjoy the Course (ages 8-13): Held July 1 and mythical world of zoot-suited gam- July 2 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Fee: $65. blers, dashing con men and the Scotch Plains Recreation Events Basketball Camps: Held 9 a.m. beautiful showgirls who love them. to 12 p.m., July 6 to 9, for grades 6- Friday, July 16, at the Paper Mill Dining with Dazzle! (7-12): No- Tennis Team will commence on 8 at Roosevelt, and 9 to 11 a.m., Playhouse. Bus departs: 6:30 p.m. where does it become more appar- Monday, June 28, at 1 p.m. at the July 26-30, for grades 4 and 5 at Sign up now! Cost $55. ent, that a person has or hasn’t ac- Kramer Manor Tennis Courts. This WHS. Fee: $60/camp. Teen Center: The Teen Center quired good manners, than at the program is for ages 10 to 17 who Roller Hockey Camp: with WHS will be open on select Friday eve- dinner table. Proper dining eti- will play matches with communi- Ice Hockey Team: Held 9 a.m. to nings during the school year, from quette requires learning the impor- ties in the area who are members of 12 p.m., July 19-23, for grades 4-8, 7 to 11 p.m., for all high school tant skills and rules surrounding the the NJ Town Tennis League. Play- and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., July 26-30, students. The teen center is a safe whole dining experience. Parents ers are eligible to compete in the for grades K-3 at Tamaques Park. and enjoyable alternative located want to give their children all the state tournament. This program is Fee: $60. in the municipal building on East tools necessary to feel confident held from June 28-August 13, Wrestling Camp: with Glen Broad Street. Come check it out! and comfortable in all social situa- Monday through Friday, from 1-3 Kurz: Held 9 a.m.-12 p.m. August Weight Watchers: Contact Traci tions. This includes the sharing of p.m. The fee for the program is $15 2-6, for ages 7-10, and August 9-13 Kastner if you are interested in meals with others. What better per person, which includes T-shirt. for ages 11-14, at WHS Wrestling signing up for Weight Watchers, setting to introduce dining skills Registration will be June 4-23. Gym. Fee: $60/week. held in the Municipal Building than in a restaurant? Dates: Satur- Moonlight Madness: Ages 13 to Strollersize Class: Finally a class Community Room. Possible meet- day July 10, 2-4 p.m. Or Wednes- 18, Friday, June 11. This event will for moms and babies! Look for ing day: Mondays at 12 p.m. day July 14, 6-8 p.m. Site: Charlie be held on the Village Green from 8 more information in the next issue. Please register for the above pro- Browns in Scotch Plains. Registra- to 11 p.m. A professional DJ will Summer Playground Programs: grams at: The Westfield Recre- tion: Residents: June 8-23, $40; spin your favorites and have Karaoke Held June 28 to August 12. Mon- ation Department, 425 East Broad Non-Residents: June 15-23, $45. available. Or just dance to the Cha day through Friday, 9-11:45 a.m. St. Office: (908) 789-4080. Visit Summer Park Program: The Cha slide and much more! Play and 1-3:45 p.m. Registration be- us online at: westfieldnj.net/ six-week park program runs from basketball, ping-pong or nok hockey. gins June 1. (Proof of age required townhall/recreation. July 6 to August 13, from 9 a.m. to Snacks will be provided. This event 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. is being sponsored by the Scotch • Ages six to 12. It will be held at Plains Recreation Commission and Brookside and Green Forest Parks. Municipal Alliance Committee. Recent Home Sales The fee is $30 per person. Trips and Contact the Recreation Office for additional programs will be extra. further details. All trips and programs must be paid Teen BBQ @ Brookside: June 19 Scotch Plains: Lane, $680,000. for in the Recreation Office. The for Scotch Plains and Fanwood teens Albert and Julie Wong to Daniel Harriet Fuerst and Aaron Allen to trips fill quickly. (13 to 18). Join the fun at Brookside and Catherine Biron, 2636 Farview Brett and Maxine Neuhauser, 6 Black Small Fry Park Program: This from 12-5 p.m. Activities include Drive, $806,500. Birch Road, $800,000. program is for ages three to five but are not limited to: Volleyball, Township of Scotch Plains to Broad- Kam and Patricia Saifi to Angelo (must be potty-trained!). It’s held at Softball, Horseshoes, DJ and more. way Associates LLC, $681,715. and Claudine Ciullo, 2041 Winding Farley Park from Monday to Friday, Burgers and hot dogs, drinks and Luke and Jennifer Williamson to Brook Way, $565,000. July 6-August 13. You may register chips provided. Supplies are lim- Colin and Debra Yorke, 1604 Radley Elaine Hammer to Madelyn for one of two sessions: 9 to 11 a.m. ited. This program is sponsored by Road, $465,000. Cicaleste, 32 Maddaket, $320,000. or 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Fee is the Municipal Alliance Committee Needle Point Homes, LLC to Luke Rakesh and Yamini Korpal to Pru- $50. Maximum of 25 per session. and Scotch Plains Recreation Com- and Jennifer Williamson, 1656 Coo- dential Residential Services, 2 Carri Youth Tennis Team: The Youth mission. per Road, $875,000. Farm Court, $985,000. Needle Point Homes, LLC to Philip Leonadrus VanDerPloeg and Gwo- and Rochelle Melville, 1664 Cooper Shu Mary Lee to Richard Road, $800,000. Buontempo, 1501 Rahway Road, Vasig and Reshma Sarvari to $590,000. Michael and Lisa Strug, 18 Traveller Howard and Sandra Wainer to Way, $625,000. Anish and Manjari Desai, 15 Clydes- Errington and Denise Hibbert to dale Road, $637,500. Danpeng Jiang and Li Shen, 21 Fields Scott and Betty Anne Woerner to Wychwood Realty, LLC, 1410 Robin Lane, $655,000. Christopher and Leslie Capano to Dahesh and Anjana Patel, 22 Au- tumn Drive, $630,000. Anirudha and Swati Indurkar to Christopher and Deena Trainor, 24 Blue Ridge Circle, $539,000. Single Parent Families Invited to Mini Golf WESTFIELD — The Westfield “Y” has invited single parent fami- lies for an evening of mini golf to- morrow, Friday, May 21, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Hyatt Hills Mini Golf, 1300 Raritan Road in Clark. The cost for mini golf is $7 per adult and $5 per child. Afterwards, attendees will gather at the snack bar, where refreshments may be pur- chased. Families may also bring their own snacks. To confirm plans to attend, please call Jill Brown at (908) 233-2700, extension no. 233. www.goleader.com A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 20, 2004 Page 9

Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Principal Heisey Concepts & Thought Tells Students on Third Marking Period Honor Roll REGULAR HONOR ROLL Steven Kazmierkiewic Amber Sizemore Daniel Granda Erin Sullivan SCOTCH PLAINS – Dr. David Stephanie King Sean Smith Hannah Greenspan Stephen Tavares Heisey, principal of Scotch Plains- 64 JUNIORS Hillary Klimowicz Jennifer Spiegel Lauren Haertlein Dustin Tenenbaum Fanwood High School in Scotch Francesca Albano Ryan Lynch Jessica Knierim Erica Stuppler Ashley Jones Nancy Twu Daniel Aronds John Maloney Plains, has announced the names of Jason Krueger Michelle Swick Cheryl Kaplun Jonathan Wagner Matthew Bonasia John Mangan Daniel La Forge Jennifer Villas Vincent Losavio Christopher Wallden students placed on the High Honor Carlene Bronikowski Jennifer Marcketta Robert Lasher Benjamin Vogel Krystal Libutti Talia Weinberg Roll and Regular Honor Roll for the Jesse Bruch Sean McNelis Liliana Lee Amanda Walker Joseph Malchow Matthew Wellinger Third Marking Period of the 2003- Jenny Burke Kaitlyn Meredith Yuney Lio Brendan Weber Jessie Montllor Sara Woods Jennifer Calvo Amy Mills Matthew Lobrace Laura Yi 2004 academic year. Amanda Cohen Alan Neuhauser REGULAR HONOR ROLL To be placed on the High Honor Jonathan Lorenzini Raheel Zubair Christopher D’Annunzio Feyisola Ogunfemi 59 SENIORS Elizabeth De Cataldo Vanessa Okoro Roll, if a student is taking four or five HIGH HONOR ROLL Meral Akyuz William Maines, Jr. subjects, he/she must earn straight Jacquelin De John Jasmine Pagan 38 SENIORS Ricardo Arocha Laura Manziano Christine De Luca Michael Paraboschi “A”s or at least five “A”s and a Flora Alexander Scott Moynihan Nicholas Bagan Jenna Marionni Corey Fineman Jamie Quale Ryan Aspell Kristopher Piccola Nina Baker Robert Maroney maximum of one “B.” Kelsey Foy Sarah Quale To receive Regular Honor Roll Alyssa Bergh Scott Pober Kathryn Bantz Zachary McGuire Kerry Gander David Rappaport Erica Bloom Varun Ponmudi Danielle Bartley Andrea Meyer Rachel Goor Matthew Richers status, no mark less than a “B” and at Judith Brown Matthew Powers Andre Baruch Amanda Miller least three “A”s must be earned by Karina Gotliboym Christina Roth Jessica Cavanaugh Allyson Salisbury Ayana Brody Chelsea Mintz Eddie Han Jessica Roth students. Daniel Chase Tracy Salmon Jamie Catone Meridane Nitro Laura Harrison Jeremy Sanders Caryn Feder Jeanne Schneider Courtney Cook Nathan Parker David Hauptman Anthony Saraceno HIGH HONOR ROLL Hoi Yan Fung Victoria Shelus Adam Corbin Laurie Romeo Renee Jennings Alyssa Shea 55 FRESHMEN Roseann Ghabour Sonya Smith-Garner Alyson Di Fiore Guillermo Rozenblat OFFERING HELP…Janice Sheridan, the Optimist Club award winner Yeershati Ahati Jessica Lieberman Michael Dsurney Joseph Ruggiero from Edison Intermediate School, watches over students honing their Kimberlee Appezzato Joy Lucey Ronald Ferrara Rosanna Ryskasen computer skills. Kristen Barry Jillian Lusk Dani Finkel Barie Salmon Courtney Berger Simone March Woman’s Club of Westfield Amanda Frank Juliana Sams Lisa Bloom Lauren Messina Robert Fusco Jessica Schink Sheridan, Vail Awarded Kendall Boyda Julie Meurer Kristi Gayara Erica Schwarz Allison Brown Kimberly Molnar Gives $27,500 Scholarships Joyce Gibbons Michael Sodomora Cathleen Carr Nikki Moses Irisa Grimes Benjamin Solomon Grant Darwin Colin Moynihan Angelo Harris, Jr. Christine Sullivan By Optimist Club of WF Karina De Mair Poojaben Patel WESTFIELD – This year, the He also plans a Dennis Hercel Marissa Taveras WESTFIELD — Westfield Pub- She began teaching at Roosevelt in Laurel Devlin Jeffrey Pober Woman’s Club of Westfield has graduate degree in Michael Hessemer Steven Thompson Theresa Jahn Adriana Toro lic School teachers Janice Sheridan 1972. Several Roosevelt students Morgan Finkel Christopher Rau awarded a total of $27,500 in schol- business or law. and Linda Vail were named Out- nominated Vail. Daisy Fung Heather Rodriguez arships. Emily, one twin Timothy Karis Jaclyn Tumolo Brittany Fusillo Maetal Rozenberg Jessica Kim Courtney Veeck standing Intermediate School In his letter of nomination, a The organization has awarded five daughter of Mr. and Kristyn Kosovan Amanda Williams Teachers for 2004 by the Optimist former student wrote, “She has in- Jennifer Gaglioti Michelle Sanghera freshman scholar- Mrs. Peter Warren, Damian Gibbs Alexandra Sebolao Daniel Kranz Shanayia Williams Club of Westfield and were hon- stilled in me kindness, patience and ships in the amount will attend St. Karen Lucey Richard Zebleckas, Jr. ored at a dinner on May 12. the ability to be organized.” Genevieve Gilroy Andre Smith Allison Wicks Mitchell Gorbunoff Tovi Spero of $5,000 each to Joseph’s College in Kathryn Zinman They are the recipients of the sev- Another student noted, “Ms. Vail Casey Griffin Lauren Spirko five Westfield Pa. where she will enth annual Optimist award, estab- was never harsh with any students, Helen Han Megan Swick (WHS) seniors: major in psychology. She hopes to Spring Music Concerts lished in 1998 to recognize the im- but always motivating, setting chal- Allison Hoynes-O’Connor Stacey Tanguy Claire Ganley, Brian work with and make portance of teaching in the interme- lenging but attainable physical stan- Magda Isack Stephen Wallden Daniel Mahoney, a difference in the To be Shown on TV-36 diate grades. The award is presented dards. Her energy and enthusiasm Cristin Joy Kenneth Wasserman Emily Warren, Kate lives of special WESTFIELD — Westfield High annually to two Westfield teachers - were always part of the fuel that Catherine Kaiserman Lauren Weissbrod Warren and Allison needs children. School TV-36 has announced that Claire Ganley one each from Edison and Roosevelt pushed us to succeed.” Eric Kaufman Kimberly Wellinger Wicks. Kate, the other the Spring Fest III Choral Concert Intermediate Schools. A colleague of Vail’s added, “Her Brittany Larkin Tiffany Wong In addition, a $2,500 Ruth L. twin daughter of Mr. and Jazz Band program, shown live Katherine Lauricella Allison Zazzali Selected as one of the 2004 award fellow teachers see her as a leader Jason Zelesnik Quadenfield Freshman Grant from and Mrs. Warren, on Tuesday, May 18, at 7:30 pm, will recipients, Sheridan has been a me- and go to her for help and guidance.” the Woman’s Club of Westfield’s An- will also attend St. be taped and broadcast on Thursday, REGULAR HONOR ROLL tiques Department Joseph’s College, Kate Warren May 20, at 2 and 10 p.m.; Saturday, 66 FRESHMEN has been awarded to where she will pur- May 22, at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Lauryn Adams Christopher Luby Hannah Burke. sue an education degree in order to Sunday, May 23 at 4 p.m.; Tuesday, Anne Arasin Kathryn Magalhaes Claire, the daugh- become a teacher. Kate hopes to May 25, at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Alison Baier Kirsten Mandala ter of Tom Ganley provide inspiration to children at an Thursday, May 27 at 2 and 10 p.m.; Brittany Barnett Emily Mankoff and Jean DeLuca, early age so they might reach their Saturday, May 29, at 10 a.m. and 7 Shyam Bhojani Stacy Marr will attend Cornell full potential. p.m.; and Sunday, May 30, at 4 p.m. Peter Bistis Michael Miller University in New Allison, the daugh- Katherine Buro Sophie Neuhaus Brian Daniel Mahoney Colin Campbell Danielle Nigro York. Planning to ter of Mr. and Mrs. Ana Castillo Martin Njoroge major in engineer- Ken Wicks, plans to Multi-Class Reunion Diana Chaves Talia Nudell ing, Claire hopes to improve the lives attend the University Nikolai Chowdhury Anthony Osterman of the handicapped of Texas in Austin, Set by Holy Trinity Inbar Cohen Jonathan Parisi and disabled Tex. She will use her WESTFIELD – During Me- Marissa Crawford Christopher Pflaum through design, and desire to make all morial Day weekend, the Holy Alex Cvetovich Portia Price to encourage inde- Hannah Burke useable space aes- Trinity Alumni Association will Christina Defeo Liana Rivera pendence and inclu- thetic by majoring in host a multi-class, multi-event Jessica Estriplet Christopher Rizzo sion. Molly Forman Alyssa Rodriguez architecture. reunion. Kelly Frazee Christopher Rodriguez Brian, the son of Hannah, the daughter of Dr. Trudy A social, slated for Friday, Kristina Fridy Alexandra Roiz Mr. and Mrs. Brian Burke, will attend Connecticut Col- March 28, will be kick-off the Briana Giasullo Alana Rosato Mahoney, will at- lege in New London, Conn., where weekend at the American Le- Emily Warren Michael Goland Andrea Rosko tend the University she will major in psychology with a gion Hall. The next day, a picnic Raquel Gonzalez Kyle Rowbotham of Pennsylvania, where he will pur- focus on human development, lead- will be held at Tamaques Park. Matthew Huether Alexandra Santangelo sue a major in chemical engineering. CONGRATULATIONS…Optimist Club award winner Linda Vail is con- ing to a career in education. Finally, a Sunday Communion gratulated by Roosevelt Intermediate School Principal Dr. Kenneth Shulack. Ashley Jacobi Marykatherine Schiller breakfast will precede a gala/ Steven Jacobus Sean Scott dinner dance at the Holy Trinity dia specialist at Edison Intermedi- Vail received her master’s degree Justin Jaichon Amanda Shukla Interparochial School gymna- ate for 17 years. from Eastern Kentucky University. Austin Jefferson Angela Smith One of her colleagues at Edison Brittany Kane Katherine Stamler sium on Sunday evening. Members of the Optimist award Shirley Kim Ian Starker The Troupe, a Westfield band who is a former student stated, “Ms. selection committee included Op- Maggie Kosciolek Eric Wasserman from the 1960s and 1970s, will Sheridan exudes a passion for read- timist Club President David Alexander Kuhn Arianna Williams provide the evening’s entertain- ing, research and knowledge.” Owens, members Howard Trickey Colleen LaForge Caleb Zimmerman ment for the dinner/dance. Mem- Another co-worker, who wrote and Marla Hewitt, Westfield Su- Christopher Lacko Jennifer Zimmermann bers include Rich Costello, Den- about the dedication of Sheridan, perintendent of Schools Dr. Will- HIGH HONOR ROLL nis Fitzgerald, Jim Fitzpatrick added, “I think it’s safe to say if the iam Foley, Edison Intermediate 34 SOPHOMORES Eric Van Leuven, Chip lights are on at Edison, Janice Principal Cheryl O’Brien, Allison Abbott Andrew Gibson McCarthy, and Paul Tinnesz. Sheridan is here!” Roosevelt Intermediate Principal James Alfano David Ginsberg Registration for each event is A former student wrote, “Ms. Dr. Kenneth Shulack and 2003 Saif Alzoobaee Jonathan Greenspan required. For an invitation and re- Sheridan is such a dedicated educa- Optimist award recipients Robert Faye Bi Keila Guzman sponse information, please visit tor who always is positive, patient Hild and Karen Lust. Sarah Boffa Kristen Henkels and welcoming.” The Westfield Board of Education Michael Bonacum Gary Herzberg the alumni website at www.holytrinityalumniassociation.com Sheridan received a master’s de- presented resolutions to Sheridan and Elizabeth Bourchtein Meaghan Kelly gree in library science from Rutgers Kara Brass Matthew Linsenberg or call Bobbee Mulvee at (908) Vail, honoring their accomplish- Robert Burke, Jr. Ian McNally 233-1859. University. ments, at the board’s May 18 meet- Cleo Chou Jeffrey Mullen The second 2004 Optimist win- ing. A reception in their honor was Deirdre Clark Raunaq Palejwala ner, Vail, is a physical education held prior to the business portion of Erin Crawford Danielle Porter Seton Hall Univ. Grants teacher at Roosevelt Intermediate. the meeting. Neil Dalal Amira Selim Carolyn Di Prospero Stacey Subbie Degree to Venckus Adams Aaron Doliber Katherine Van Haasteren READY TO RIDE…Deacon Tom Pluta of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic WESTFIELD — Seton Hall Uni- Gabrielle Falco Katerina Wong Church, poses with two young riders in advance of this year’s “Bike for Life” versity in South Orange has an- Joseph Fallon Joshua Zinman fundraiser, which will be held Sunday, June 6, at Holy Trinity Inter-Parochial School on Watterson Street in Westfield. The first ride will begin at 8:30 a.m. nounced that Dana Venckus Adams REGULAR HONOR ROLL and a Block Party will be held from 12 noon to 4 p.m. of Westfield has graduated summa 59 SOPHOMORES cum laude. Christine Albanese-Demair Joshua Green Adams’ degrees are in elementary Jennifer Bauer Sarah Halpern education and special education. She Cheryl Beqaj Shannon Hauser Knights of Columbus Plans is a graduate of Westfield High Daniel Bodenstein Julie Hyman School. Justine Brown Daniel Ingram Adams is a National Collegiate Gregory Bruno Catherine Jahn ‘Bike for Life’ at WF School Education Award winner. She has Daniel Bugg Kelli Kaskiw received E.T.S. Recognition of Ex- Courtney Burke Kristen Kersey WESTFIELD — Holy Trinity disc jockey Diane Prior of Michele Calvo Melissa Koerner Interparochial School on Watterson WKTU.103.5 FM and her party crew. cellence award and has been nomi- Matthew Canfield Emily Lange Street in Westfield will be the site for the The local rock band “Front Porch nated to Kappa Delta Pi, Interna- Derrick Chen Caroline Lazur Westfield Knights of Columbus Fourth Swing” will perform, and a host of tional Honor Society. Yvonne Chen Jessica Levine Annual “Bike for Life” on Sunday, June games and contests will be available She is also on the National Dean’s Soo Cho Andrew Lipstein 6. The first ride will begin at 8:30 a.m. for the whole family. List, as well as the Seton Hall Dean’s Jack Davis Rebecca McGuire The event is designed to help expect- The rider raising the most funds will List. Robert Dawson Kellie Meehan ant mothers who rely on area shelters receive a free bicycle from Jay’s Cycles Adams has worked as a teacher Joshua Decker Hallie Mintz and homes for prenatal care, sanctuary in Westfield. assistant as well as a substitute SCIENCE IS FUN…On May 5, Jefferson Elementary School in Westfield held Brian Dickey Jeffrey Ondeyka and safe nurturing environments dur- The beneficiaries include Several teacher at Children’s Specialized a Cultural Arts assembly for students, performed by Slapstick Science. Ted Megan Domenick Devang Patel ing a time of crisis. Sources Foundation of Ramsey, Good Hospital/School Program, located in Lawrence, who portrayed Dr. Quinton Quark, taught pupils, through a fun- Michelle Dsurney Edward Ragan Throughout the day, various bike Counsel of Hoboken, The Rose Gar- filled program, about the physics of flight. His program is an historical physics Danielle Egan Chelsea Rowe Fanwood. and walking courses will be held. A den Home in Rahway and Raphael’s She is the daughter of Pam Venckus lecture that shows the accomplishments of those whose work led the Wright Briana Falco Thomas Ruggieri Brothers to success in the first powered, self-sustained and controlled flight. Stephanie Figueroa Katherine Schreiber free t-shirt and barbecue will be offered Life House in Elizabeth. and the granddaughter of Marie and to all participants during the Block For more information, please call Pictured, above, Dr. Quark has students demonstrate the meaning of lift and Craig Fischbein Barry Shapiro Joseph Dorne. drag and thrust, and he helps them see the force of the air around them. Dennis Fitzpatrick Leah Siegal Party beginning at 12 noon. (908) 389-9151 or visit http:// Shemane Fritz Randolph Smith Entertainment will be provided by www.bike-for-life.org/. Brian Glassett Justin Stoll Interparochial School’s Andrew Goldberg Sam Tepper Staci Goldberg Emily Wallden Drama Club Schedules Jeremy Grau Matthew Wetlesen Sean Hurley Appointed Double Productions Guenevere Zucker MOUNTAINSIDE – The Holy HIGH HONOR ROLL To U.S. Naval Academy Trinity Interparochial School Drama 36 JUNIORS Club will present two productions Robert Bethea Megan Makely WESTFIELD – Former Westfield “Who’s Who Among American High on Friday, June 4 and Saturday, June Aliza Burns Luke Makowski resident Sean Hurley was School Students,” and the 5 at 7 p.m. at the Mountainside cam- Matthew Capodicasa Luis Mata awarded an early appointment President’s Education Award pus. Jaclyn Costa Kelly McManus to the U.S. Naval Academy in for Outstanding Academic Ex- Children in grades 2 through 5 Daniel Deegan Alyssa Robak Annapolis, Md. cellence. He won nominations from In addition, Sean won varsity will perform The Fabulous Fable David Demair Sean Robinson Factory. Following a brief intermis- Alexa Di Giorgio Joshua Rogowsky North Carolina’s U.S. Sena- letters in lacrosse and wrestling. Rachel Dolgin William Rollins tors Elizabeth Dole and John He attended the YMCA North sion, children in grades 6 through 8 Elizabeth Elko Joanna Rosenberg Edwards, and from U.S. Rep- Carolina Youth and Government will perform All I Really Need To Marc Fabiano Jennifer Roth resentative Richard Burr. His program and was a MTHS Jun- Know I Learned in Kindergarten. DANCING DRUMMERS…Students at Jefferson Elementary School in Westfield Jeannette Franzone Justin Rowinsky appointment came through Sean Hurley ior Class Representative. These productions are being made were introduced to the Nori Company, a traditional Korean Drum and Dance Alexandra Fredas Sarah Schwartz Sean has served as a St. Paul’s Epis- possible, in part, by a HEART (His- Ensemble, at a Parent-Teacher Organization-sponsored Cultural Arts assem- Sen. Dole. bly. The experts explained that lively drumming and dancing have been Johanna Ghabour Mary Shashaty Sean attended Mount Tabor High copal Church acolyte for five years tory, Education, Arts Reaching Thou- David Harris Michael Sheffield performed since ancient times in Korea as part of ritual ceremonies to ward off School (MTHS) in Winston-Salem, and went on a summer mission trip to sands) Grant from the Union County evil, to pray for rain, or to celebrate harvesting of crops. Students also learned Laura Henderson Samuel Slaugh N.C., where he received the following building housing in Appalachia. Board of Chosen Freeholders. Nora Isack Brittany Speer that rhythms and movements have been incorporated into the marking of honors: National Merit Scholarship He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Brian For ticket information, please call special occasions. Pictured above, fifth graders learn some drumming and Rebecca Koransky Ryan Thompson Hurley of Winston-Salem. Nora Lacko Katie Zaleski Finalist, National Honor Society, (908) 233-0484. dancing tips. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 20, 2004 Page 11 See it all in color at! Sports Section www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 11-15 DAVIS PLACES 2ND IN SUDDEN DEATH; ARBES, 4TH Blue Devil Golfers Capture Third Straight UC Crown

By DAVID B. CORBIN Kitson netted a par four on the sec- “He hit a great second shot about six Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ond hole of a sudden-death playoff to feet from the pin and mine hit off the Shooting from the blue tees, the edge Raider sophomore Jack Davis green and into a bunker. I hit onto the Westfield High School golf team won for the title. Kitson, Davis, Blue Devil green and knew I had to go for par, so its third straight Union County title on Jimmy Arbes and A. L. Johnson Cru- I hit an aggressive shot the 6,904-yard course at Echo Lake sader Dan Yesinko all finished in Yesinko and Arbes, vying for third, Country Club in Westfield on May regulation with a 79 to force the parred holes No. 2, 3 and 4. On No. 13. In the 41st year that the tourna- playoff. Blue Devil Ryan Shallcross, 4, “Yesinko sank an eight-foot putt to stay alive,” said Ciccotelli. On hole No. 5, Yesinko and Arbes were both putting for a birdie. Arbes missed and Yesinko sank a 15-foot birdie putt to claim third. In regulation, Davis, who placed David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times third with an 81 last year, showed CLEARINF 6’4” TO WIN THE HIGH JUMP…Raider Sean Smith cleared a personal-best 6’4” to take top honors in the some consistency by scoring a 40 on high jump at the Union County Tournament. the front nine and a 39 on the back nine. Davis, like all of the competi- RAIDERS SMITH, KOPNICKI; DEVIL PERRELLA GRAB 1ST tors, was experiencing difficulty han- dling the intense heat. In fact, Arbes was feeling ill after the first three holes and nearly was pulled from Raiders Place 5th; Devils, 8th competition but endured. On the first three holes, Davis got a bogie, par and double bogie, respectively, be- fore parring four of the next five At UC Boys Track & Field holes and finishing the front nine with a birdie. By DAVID B. CORBIN & FRED Kopnicki breezed to an easy first first at 14’6”, Blue Devil Mike Woods “On the front nine, it definitely LECOMTE in the 3,200 meters with a time of took third at 14 feet and Raider Tom affected me. I felt dead on the front Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 9:47 and teammate Josh Zinman fin- Pennella took fifth at 12’6”. nine,” he commented. “But I felt Junior Sean Smith and senior Brian ished fifth at 10:34.7. Kopnicki also “We had an exciting competition better on the back nine.” Kopnicki each won an individual took fifth in the triple jump with a today with three juniors competing CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times event to help the Scotch Plains- distance of 40’11.5”. for first,” explained Blue Devil coach GETTING OUT OF A BUNKER…Raider Jack Davis blasts out of a bunker on Fanwood High School boys place “I put a surge on in lap three going Greg Gorski. “Mike Woods finished the third hole at Echo Lake during the Union County Tournament. fifth at the Union County Track and into four to see if I could break third at 14-0 and Abitante won in a Field Championships at Hub Stine (Andrew) Catalano (Roselle Catho- jump-off at 14’6” in his fourth at- ment was played at Echo Lake, the the two-time defending champion, Field in Plainfield on May 15. The lic), but he stayed right on me and tempt with Gorski narrowly knock- Blue Devils finished with a total of shot an 81 to finish in a tie for sixth. Raiders totaled 49.2 points, Eliza- actually passed me back, so I just sat ing it off after being over the bar on 331, five strokes ahead of second On the first playoff hole, Davis beth won the team title with 79.2 on him and waited. On lap seven and three of the four attempts he tried, so placed A. L. Johnson at 336. The Blue and Kitson both parred the par-four points and Westfield, led by indi- eight, I kicked it in and it worked,” it was very exciting.” Devils placed two golfers in the top- 410-yard first hole while Arbes and vidual event-winner Jeff Perrella, fin- Kopnicki explained. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 10 and the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Yesinko double bogied. Davis hit a ished eighth with a total of 32. Blue Devil Perrella, a sophomore, Raiders, who placed second last year, 3-wood into the left ruff about 175- Smith cleared a personal-best 6’4” used a wise strategy to win the 1,600 were out of the running and placed yards from the pin then whacked a to win the high jump event. Team- meters in 4:28.2. Competing against only one golfer in the top-10. six-iron in front of the green. After mates Mike Walker at 6 feet and a pack of three Cranford Cougars, “I don’t think we played as well as chipping to about five feet from the Iceberg Bryant at 5’8” placed fourth Perrella immediately took the lead we are capable,” claimed Raider Head pin, Davis’ putt did a 360 around the and tied for sixth, respectively. After and kept it for more than three laps Coach Steve Ciccotelli. “I was dis- hole before dropping in. Smith cleared 6’4”, Elizabeth’s Joe until Cougar Joe McKenney took the appointed, to be honest with you, On the short par-four, 247-yard sec- Gonzalez, on his final attempt at that lead with approximately 220 meters because I think we are better golfers. ond hole, Kitson got a par four while David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times height, kept aborting his approach left. Perrella poured on the burners in The only one who played well over Davis missed an aggressive par putt. TAKING THE HEAT…Blue Devil before finally missing. the home straightaway to win. Viking 18 holes was Jack (Davis).” “Tyler and I virtually hit identical Jimmy Arbes endures the heat and “It was nerve-wracking, but I’m Matt Poirier finished fifth at 4:38.2. New Providence Pioneer Tyler five-iron shots off the tee,” said Davis. finishes with a 79 in regulation. just happy to be over the bar. I al- “It was good to come up with the ready cleared it,” stated Smith. gold,” said Perrella, whose long- After securing victory, he added, range goal is to break 4:10. “They URBAN CLOUTS 2-RUN HR, RAPS TYING RBI SINGLE “It’s the first time I high jumped that like to run together like that. If you I didn’t have an event before it, so my let them get in front of you, you have legs are fresh. I’m pumped up!” no room to move. They will box you Smith at 56.5 was nosed out for first in. You have to fight for your life to Raiders Score 2 in 10th, Edge in the 400 intermediate hurdles by stay out in front.” Brett Axelrod of Union, who crossed Blue Devil Mike Gorski cleared 14 in 56.2. Bryant placed sixth in the feet to place second in the pole vault. Pioneer Nine, 5-4, in UC Semis long jump with a leap of 20’11.75”. GL Highlander Anthony Abitante took

By DAVID B. CORBIN two runs to grab a 5-4 victory and a this year’s team and the 1976 squad Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times trip to Memorial Field in Linden to have something in common. They Heroics and superb pitching by play 11th-seeded Roselle Catholic both will have fielded a player named both teams made the match up be- who jolted second-seeded Cranford, Ed Zazzali. tween the fourth-seeded Scotch 5-2, in the other semifinal game. Junior catcher Kevin Urban be- Plains-Fanwood High School base- The Pioneers, with the superb came a double hero when he smashed ball team and ninth-seeded New pitching of Tony Wargo, reached the a two-run home run in the bottom of Providence a memorable one in the semis by blanking top-seeded Union, the fifth to give the Raiders a 3-2 semifinals of the Union County Tour- 2-0, and the 13-4 Raiders nipped advantage then rapped an RBI single nament (UCT) in Rahway on May Union Catholic, 3-2, to reach the in the 10th to tie the score and put 15. After the 11-6 Pioneers took a semis. This will be the first time the Zazzali on third so John Maloney one-run lead in the top of the 10th Raiders will be playing for the UCT could bring him home with the win- inning, the Raiders answered with since they won it in 1976. Ironically, ning RBI single. Describing his home run, Urban explained, “I knew I wasn’t going to Begonias get anything good to hit. I fouled off the previous fastball to leftfield. I was looking curve ball and he hung it, so I just went the other way with it.” Starting pitchers, Pioneer Wargo )\` (6-0) and Raider James Scalfaro (4- 0), were locked in a pitchers’ duel and both eventually left the game with their unbeaten records intact. .L[ Wargo tossed 144 pitches in nine innings, recorded 14 strikeouts and  walked four while yielding just two of the Raiders’ five hits before being relieved by Chris Savarese in the -9,,6MLX\HSVYSLZZLY]HS\LVMMLYLUKZ 10th. Scalfaro got into a little trouble ZLLZ[VYLMVYKL[HPSZ early but got into the rhythm to finish Impatiens ^P[O[OPZJV\WVU his six innings with five strikeouts while walking only one and scatter- ¹/HUNPUN)HZRL[Z CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 :LSLJ[PVUPUJS\KLZO\NLZOHKL SV]PUN0TWH[PLUZZ\U[VWHY[PHS ZOHKLSV]PUN)LNVUPHZZ\USV]PUN 7VY[\SHJHZ ,_V[PJ.LYHUP\TZ David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times DIVING BACK TO FIRST IN TIME…Raider Ed Zazzali dives back into first on a pickoff attempt. Zazzali scored the winning run on an RBI single by John 7V[ZVM,_V[PJ.LYHUP\TZ Maloney. ¹ :LSLJ[PVUPUJS\KLZ]HYPLNH[LKSLHMLK ]HYPL[PLZHUK\UPX\LÅV^LYZ :/

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The Blue Devils turned in a team total of 330, cleaning the By FRED LECOMTE and she’s been in the county finals unfortunately was nailed at the plate nearest competitor Ridgewood by Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times before,” said Blue Devil Head Coach on a perfect toss by Jessica Ramirez. 22 strokes. Blue Devil Lauren Gelmetti and Tara Pignoli. “I’m just really proud “Maloney had a really nice riser TEAM TOTALS: Farmer Lauren Maloney both turned of Gelmetti. She was very fierce and today. It was up there and I went after 1. Westfield (W) 330, 2. in very strong pitching performances, tough out there on the mound and a couple of those,” said Gelmetti. Ridgewood (R) 352 but the third-seeded Union High pitched a great game. Our defense “But that’s what you do when you School softball team took advantage was perfect for six innings. They bat. You have to go after them when TOP INDIVIDUALS: of two miscues to edge sixth-seeded played excellent defense 90 percent you see them come in, especially 1. Shallcross (W) 39-37-76, 2. Westfield, 1-0, in Union on May 15 of the game and then there is that one against good pitchers, and you can’t Jimmy Arbes (W) 38-40-78, 3. to advance to the Union County Tour- Rob Gomez (Roxbury) 42-40-82, nament semifinals. Maloney (13-6) 4. Garrett Cockren (W) 39-44- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times struck out four, yielded just four hits 83, 5. Isaac Lim (Piscataway) 40- TEEING OFF ON NO. 3…Blue Devil Ryan Shallcross, the two-time Union and walked two. 43-83 County defending champion, watches his tee shot on the third hole. “Maloney is tough; she’s seasoned Local Area High School Blue Devil Golfers Capture Varsity Softball Results: MAY 10: Katie Freda had two doubles, a run Third Straight UC Crown Westfield 10, Kearny 0 scored and an RBI for 13-7 GL and Katie CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Lauren Gelmetti threw a one-hit- Moore had two doubles and an RBI. ter and smacked a two-run homer for The first two holes of the back nine “Jack is consistent. We are not MAY 15: the 11-4 Blue Devils. Marilyn Mench were a bit of a disaster – bogie, double going to see any real high numbers COUNTY TOURNAMENT: bogie – before Davis sank a birdie on from Jack. He’s always going to be also whacked an two-run homer. Governor Livingston 1, Union the par-five, 526-yard 12th hole to around 41, 42, 38, 39, somewhere in Scotch Plains-Fanwood 20, New- Catholic 0 turn his game in the right direction. there,” concluded Ciccotelli. ark East Side 0 Jessica Garry fanned 13 Vikings “My driver was horrible all day Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times TOP 3 TEAMS: MAKING CONTACT…Blue Devil catcher Lauren Musacchia makes contact Elaine Piniat pitched a one-hitter for 14-7 GL and allowed just two and I was seven over after 11. On the 1. Westfield 331 (Arbes 79, Shallcross in five innings. Laura Manzi and hits. Danielle Pace doubled and 12th, I made the birdie and parred 81, Garrett Cockren 84, Scott Callender with the ball thrown by Farmer pitcher Lauren Maloney. 87), 2. A. L. Johnson 336 (Yesinko 79, Melissa Sette each had three hits for scored on an error in the sixth inning. afterwards,” said Davis who added, inning where we gave in a little bit. the 11-4 Raiders. Berry 81, Jeff King 84, Tom Hill 92), 3. get behind in the count.” Ashley Whittemore went 2-for-2 for “The greens were aerated, so I had a Cranford 349 (R.J. Salls 80, Evan Herbert That’s been kind of our season. I The Farmers scored an unearned Union Catholic 13, Newark Cen- the 16-2 Vikings. difficult time putting.” 83, Steve Wilcox 91, Joe Manganiello 95) thought we had our opportunities on run in the bottom of the second in- tral 0 Union 1, Westfield 0 Always aware of the competition TOP 10 IDIVIDUALS: offense but we didn’t get the timely ning. Jackie Riesen reached first Brittany Steiner tossed a five-inning Farmer Laura Maloney allowed between Arbes, Shallcross and him- 1. Kitson (New Prov.) 42-37-79, 2. Davis hits when we needed them. At the when the ball was mishandled and self, Davis, who was in the first four- (SPF) 40-39-79, 3. Yesinko (J) 41-38-79, no-hitter, fanned 11 and walked none four hits and walked two. 4. Arbes (W) 41-38-79, 5. Salls (Cr) 39-41- plate, we put the ball in play consis- Ramirez singled. Then, on an at- for the 13-1 Vikings but hit a batter to some with Shallcross, Crusader Tim tently, we were aggressive and I felt tempted infield pick-off play at third, Roselle Park 4, Linden 0 Berry and Cranford’s Tom Anthes, 80, 6. Shallcross (W) and Berry (J) both miss a perfect game. Steiner also hit Panther Becky Riccitelli struck out 39-42-81, 8. Herbert (Cr) 40-43-83, David they left a lot of what they had on this the throw sailed out of play, scoring for the cycle and had four RBI. added, “Ryan got off to a great start. Chung (Governor Livingston) 42-41-83, field. Just one little hit, one little Riesen. With runners occupying sec- 15 Tigers and scattered four hits. Sh- He was –2 after four holes. I always Matt Mitchell (Summit) 42-41-83. MAY 11: annon Leary had a hit and two RBI. break and it would have been a whole ond and third, more damage was knew Jimmy (Arbes) was an excel- different outcome.” averted when catcher Lauren Scotch Plains-Fanwood 12, Cranford 4, Brearley 3 lent golfer. I asked about Jimmy. I Piscataway 5 Gelmetti (12-7) surrendered four hits, Musacchia alertly threw to Mench, The Cougars scored two runs in pretty much was concerned with him.” Shanayia Willis had four hits, in- struck out five and walked none. Offen- who made a fine tag on Ramirez, the seventh on miscues. sively, she whacked a crushing double. cluding two doubles, two runs scored PUBLIC NOTICE who was leaning off of third. and two RBI for the Raiders. First baseman Jen Frost and second “We have signals. The girl took an PUBLIC NOTICE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD baseman Katie Smith rapped singles extra big jump and we got the out, Livingston 6, Westfield 4 NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF and pinch hitter Danielle Coleman laid which was really, really crucial at that Lauren Gelmetti and Kristina TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ORDINANCE 04-06-R AND PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING down a perfect bunt single. point. That was really one of the Fietkowicz each had two RBI for “I felt pretty good today. My back better plays in this game,” said Mench. Westfield. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at the An ordinance was introduced by the Mayor Planning Board Meeting of the Township of and Council of the Borough of Fanwood on has been a little sore lately, but I The Blue Devils’ hopes surged in Union Catholic 4, Ridge 0 Scotch Plains held on May 10, 2004, the May 11, 2004. Copies of this ordinance can came out and gave it everything I the top of the seventh when they Danielle Chapla tossed a three- Board adopted the following Resolutions: be obtained without cost in the Clerk’s Of- had,” said Gelmetti. “You hope the came out swinging. Smith smoked a Oliver Anderson, 180 Glenside Avenue, fice, at the Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 North defense backs you up and they did. I hitter and Ashley Whittemore had Block 4702, Lot 4, for an amended site plan Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey be- sharp single to right and Coleman three hits and an RBI for the Vikings. approval for an ADA compliant parking space tween the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., think we gave it our all, although executed a perfect bunt single. How- located in the front yard. Monday through Friday. nerves really got us. We have the MAY 13: ever, Maloney retired the next three Susan Judge, 709 Westfield Road, Block The purpose of this ordinance is to regu- heart, we had the energy and you batters to seal the victory. Union Catholic 3, Rahway 2 6703, Lot 29, for a waiver of site plan ap- late “No Parking Certain Hours” on the South proval to utilize space in the existing home Side of Tillotson Road from Westfield Road can’t ask for more than that.” “They gave it everything they had Danielle Chapla struck out 12 In- The Blue Devils threatened in the dians and walked one for the 15-1 for a law office. to the end, and both sides of Watchung and they played with a lot of heart. The file pertaining to these applications View Place between Portland Avenue to top of the second when Gelmetti ripped Vikings. Michelle Simpson had three It’s disappointing that we didn’t hit are in the Office of the Planning Board and Montrose Avenue. a vicious shot to center, slid safely the ball out of the infield to score hits and two RBI and Angela Belotta Available for inspection during business A public hearing on this ordinance will be into second and wheeled into third on while they got the one run they had the winning RBI. hours. held on June 9, 2004 at 8:00 PM. Barbara Horev Eleanor McGovern an overthrow. Smith worked a free needed,” said Pignoli. Governor Livingston 9, North Secretary to the Board Borough Clerk Fred Lecomte for The Leader and The Times pass. With one out, Coleman lofted a Westfield 000 000 0 0 Plainfield 1 1 T - 5/20/04, The Times Fee: $18.87 1 T - 5/20/04, The Times Fee: $20.91 Blue Devil pitcher Lauren Gelmetti fly ball and Gelmetti tagged up but Union 010 000 x 1

A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 20, 2004 Page 13 RAIDERS BOBYACK, REGG, 4X400 GRAB FIRST PLACE Devil Laxers Thump Johnson, 16-9, in UCT The 6-9 Westfield High School Raider Girls Come in Second, boys lacrosse team thumped A. L. Johnson, 16-9, in the semifinals of the Union County Tournament in Summit on May 16. Blue Devil Devils 6th at UC Track/Field senior Chris MacDonald netted five goals and three assists. Jourdan Loffredo flicked in four By DAVID B. CORBIN & FRED 12:01.4, Governor Livingston’s ished sixth in the 1,600 meters with goals and Andrew Schott fired in LECOMTE Kate Zach took fifth at 12:16 and a time of 5:41.6. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times two while adding an assist for the Blue Devil Deenie Quinn crossed TOP SIX GIRLS TEAMS: Blue Devils. Nick Mangeli led the Amanda Bobyack and Michelle sixth at 12:21.4. 1. Elizabeth 76, 2. Scotch Plains- 8-8 Crusaders with three goals and Regg each won an individual event “Getting out early is important Fanwood 57, 3. Plainfield 53, 4. Union 40, an assist. and Samantha Gates, Danielle and having enough to make a move 5. Roselle 39.5, 6. Westfield 33.83. Vena, Meaghan Kelly and Aja and run away from your competi- Bundy won the 4x400 to lead the tors is key, and that’s what I did,” Scotch Plains-Fanwood High said Shashaty. “It would have been School girls to a second-place fin- nice to catch Gallo but she went out David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ish at the Union County Track and on the second lap. It’s crucial to NOT GETTING BOXED IN…Blue Devil sophomore Jeff Perrella, left, turns on Field Championships at Hub Stine pace yourself and have enough left the burners to win the 1,600 meters at the Union County Tournament. Field in Plainfield on May 15. Eliza- to finish, so I had to stick it in there beth won the team crown with a and I couldn’t catch up to her. It’s total of 76 while the Raiders to- a little disappointing since it wasn’t taled 57. Westfield, sans star Emily my best time, but I did my best.” Raiders Place 5th, Devils, 8th MacNeil, finished sixth with 33.83 GL’s Christine McCurdy won the points. high jump with a height of 5 feet Bobyack, a freshman, had a per- and Blue Devils Amanda Nehring At UC Boys Track & Field sonal-best leap of 16’5.5” to win and Brittany Mironovich tied for CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 the long jump. Her previous best fourth at 4’6”. McCurdy also placed leap had been 15’2”. Blue Devil second in the 400 intermediate Blue Devil Brendan Egan at 1:59.8 have to run in your lane the whole Mika Cruz placed sixth with a leap hurdles with a time of 1:06.5. Blue placed second to Highlander super- time. Then when I got the baton, I of 15’7.5”. Regg won the triple Devil Cruz took fourth at 1:10.6 star Mike Carmody, who crossed in saw the Governor Livingston kid and jump with a distance of 34’11.25” and Raider Kelly finished fifth at 1:54.3, in the 800 meters. Carmody the kid from Union right in front of and Blue Devil Joann Matthew 1:11.4. also placed second in the 200 meters me, so I thought I would be able to placed sixth at 31’2”. Gates, Vena, Raider Katie Zaleski placed sec- with a time of 22.5 seconds. pass them pretty early, although I Kelly and Bundy were victorious ond in the pole vault with a height “I knew he was going to be by was unable to catch Plainfield,” said in the 1,600-meter relay in a time of 7’6” and Blue Devil Megan himself,” said Egan of Carmody. “He Egan prior to the disqualification. of 4:09.8. Westfield placed third at Vanderholt tied for fifth at 6 feet. In pulled us along a little bit and I knew “Then, when I got it to Kagen, he was 4:12.7. the discus Union Catholic Viking that the race was going to be for able to hold on and maintain that “We were going to scratch this Shawna Greenwood took fourth second. Ryan McMahon of Cranford place for us. Whitney, our anchor ran race because none of us were really with a toss of 112 feet. Blue Devil David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times and I pushed each other and with the PR and that was the key for our feeling well coming into the race, Alison Petrow placed sixth in the REACTING TO THE “BANG”…The competitors, including Raider Allie about 200 yards left, I was able to race to place that high.” but we decided to try our hardest,” shot put with a shove of 33’9” and Hoynes-O’Connor, second from left, and Blue Devil Deenie Quinn, second from hold him off at the very end. It was a Raider Tim Karis got third in the explained Gates. Raider Allie Hoynes-O’Connor fin- right, react to the crack of the starter’s gun in the 1,600 meters. fast race and the conditions were hot, discus with a toss of 137’7” and Running the second leg, Vena but I’m pretty happy with the effort.” teammate Teddy Acosta took fourth added, “Although we didn’t do In the 4x400-meter relay, Blue in the shot put at 45’8”. Highlander much today, we felt good enough, Blue Devil Take 4x800 Local Area High School Devils Jake Brandman (54.5), Egan Travis Deleon took fifth in the jav- ran it and we did pretty well.” At East Coast Relays (51.2), Kris Kagen (53.7) and Jeff elin with a toss of 156’2”. Third-leg runner Kelly said, “We The Westfield High School Whitney (53.1) finished third with a TOP EIGHT BOYS TEAMS: were really psyched out, but what Varsity Baseball Results: time of 3:32.6 but were disqualified it really came down to is that we all (WHS) girls track foursome of 1. Elizabeth 79.2, 2. Plainfield 60.4, 3. Annie Onishi (2:19.6), Meg MAY 10: Ridge won it in the bottom of the due to a baton incident. Rahway 60, 4. Union 50, 5. Scotch Plains- stepped it up and performed above Driscoll (2:22.5), Deenie Quinn Scotch Plains-Fanwood 5, Newark ninth on an infield error. Matt Oliveto “Brandman ran the first leg, which Fanwood 49.2, 6. Cranford 40, 7. Gover- what we thought we could accom- nor Livingston 39, 8. Westfield 32. East Side 4 had three hits, including a double, is always the toughest because you plish. The coaches told us if we (2:29.8) and Emily MacNeil (2:15.4) placed first in the 4x800- Matt Powers had two hits, an RBI and had two RBI for the 10-5 Vi- thought we were going to perform meter relay with a WHS record and two runs scored for the 11-4 kings. badly, they would not have us run Raiders. it, but they knew that we were able time of 9:27.75 at the East Coast MAY 13: Relays in Morristown on May 17. to perform well, and we did.” Cranford 4, Union 0 Scotch Plains-Fanwood 6, Eliza- The previous WHS record was Bundy summarized, “I told the Brian Ciencin pitched a one-hitter beth 3 girls who were not feeling well at 9:29.3 set in 1997. and fanned 10 for the 15-4 Cougars. Jared Montagna slapped three hits Governor Livingston High all before we started running, ‘you Jason Occi and Chris Carroll each for the 12-4 Raiders. School’s boys sprint medley relay go ahead and run this and you may had RBI singles. Union Catholic 3, Rahway 2 surprise yourself and everyone else,’ team of Joe Murphy, Danny Fernandez, Sean Carmody and MAY 11: Chris Esperon whacked a game- and they did.” Mike Carmody also placed first Westfield 17, Piscataway 1 winning solo blast in the seventh for Bundy placed second in the 400 Pitcher Bill Hearon, who scattered the 11-5 Vikings. Pete Rivera had an meters with a time of 1:00.5 and with a time 3:31.18, the fastest in the state this year. Blue Devils seven hits and fanned four Chiefs, RBI double to tie the game. Blue Devil Jennell Carter crossed Mike Gorski and Mike Woods thumped a bases-loaded triple for Cranford 13, Kearny 3 fifth at 1:02.6. Blue Devil Annie 12-4 Westfield. Onishi placed second in the 800 placed third in the pole vault with Brian Ciencin smacked a two-run a height of 26’6”. meters with a time of 2:21.8 and Ridge 5, Union Catholic 4 homer for the 16-4 Cougars. teammate Miriam Becker-Cohen crossed fourth at 2:28.7. “It was difficult today due to the heat, but I did my best,” said Onishi. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Raider Mary Shashaty took sec- WESTFIELD SOCCER COMPLETING THE TRIPLE JUMP…Raider Brian Kopnicki placed fifth in ond to Cranford’s Laura Gallo in the triple jump with a distance of 40’11.5”. the 3,200 meters with a time of ASSOCIATION WSA TRAVEL TEAM TRYOUTS

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Raiders Score 2 in 10th, Edge Pioneer Nine, 5-4, in UC Semis CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11

ing seven hits. Reliever Sean Mellusi singled and later scored on Varsolona (4-2), who picked up the Greg Peich’s RBI single to right. They victory, permitted three hits – one a then took a 2-0 lead in the third when solo blast by Wargo – with three Piech doubled and scored on Drew walks and a hit batter while striking Cattano’s single to right-center. out four. In the fourth, Raider Maloney ham- “We have three quality pitchers in mered a triple to straightaway center Scalfaro, Varsolona and Marco and scored on Chris D’Annunzio’s Giasulli. We’ve got three pitchers grounder to short. After centerfielder whom I’m confident in putting out Matt Powers made an amazing div- there in any situation,” stated Raider ing snag to rob Wargo of an extra Head Coach Tom Baylock. “Today, base hit in the fifth, the Raiders put a James struggled a little bit in the new look on the scoreboard when beginning and threw a lot of pitches, Urban went with the pitch and David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times so Varsolona came in and he threw launched his two-run shot over the HEADING BACK TO THE BENCH…Kevin Urban, right, and the rest of his only one bad pitch to Wargo in the right-centerfield fence. teammates head back to the bench area after Urban blasted a two-run homer David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times in the fifth inning to give his team a 3-2 lead. Urban also hit a game-tying RBI seventh inning, which caused us to “We have been playing good de- PITCHING SIX STRONG INNINGS…Raider pitcher James Scalfaro tossed single in the 10th inning. go three more innings and give me a fense all year,” said Baylock refer- strong six innings, recording five strikeouts and yielding just one walk. little more gray hair.” ring to Powers’ superb catch. “Today “He’s obviously one of the better was no exception. That’s what we Local Area High School Boys pitchers in the area,” said Urban of tell our pitchers. Just put the ball in Wargo. “He consistently throws play and we will play defense behind Union County Senior 50+ strikes, has a nice curve ball.” them.” Varsity Tennis Results: As to Scalfaro, Urban said, “James In the top of the seventh, Wargo Softball League Standings: had a little trouble in the first couple became the Pioneers’ hero when he MAY 10: Giubo, 7-5, 6-3 of innings but he settled down and lined a two-out homer over the 50+ DIVISION A (as of May 15): Bill Koegel had three hits for The Bank. Westfield 5, Kearny 0 Third singles: Jashal Patel (O) d. Lee TEAM W L Bernstein, 6-0, 6-1 got the job done.” rightfield fence to tie the score 3-3. First singles: Rich Moran d. Greg The Pioneers tapped Scalfaro for a Then in the 10th, Scott Savarese Comcast Cablevision 5 0 Northwestern Mutual 13, Irish Pub 2 Jasztreb, 6-0, 6-2 First doubles: Alec Wasserman and Brian D&K Associates 4 1 Rich Polinitza thumped a three-run Second singles: Alec Jaslow d. Chris Kender (W) d. Sunil Kesevan and An- run in the top of the first when Joe thumped a leadoff triple to left and Antone’s Pub & Grill 3 2 triple, which led to Northwestern’s first Katszlaw, 6-0, 6-0 drew Godzwon, 6-1, 7-5 scored on Drew Cattano’s RBI sac Irish Pub 2 3 victory. Steve Falco, George Gonzalez, Third singles: Peter Rucinsky d. Jon Second doubles: Adam Gerckens and Andrew Levy (W) d. Greg Drobnis and Griffin Maloney Gets fly to center. 50+ DIVISION B: Lee Haliniewski, Wayne Morse and Pete Chaves, 6-2, 6-1 In the bottom of the inning, Osborn each contributed two hits. First doubles: Adam Gerckens and An- Arkady Vidgop, 6-0, 6-0 TEAM W L drew Levy d. Mike Munley and Cesar America East Honors Varsolona led off with a walk and The Office 3 3 Antone’s Pub 21, The Office 4 MAY 13: Awnings Galore 2 2 Casas, 6-1, 6-0 NEW HAVEN, CONN. – Three Mike Baumwoll became his pinch Antone’s exploded for 28 hits, with Second doubles: David Purdy and NJ SEC. 2, GROUP 4 Northwestern Mutual 2 3 University of Vermont men’s tennis runner. Powers bunted Baumwoll to Union Center Nat’s Bank 2 3 Gary Wiese contributing four hits. Bennett Scoria d. Cesar Martinez and Westfield 3, Bayonne 2 second and Zazzali looped a single Hoan Man, 6-2, 6-2 First singles: Rich Moran (W) d. Ramy players, junior Eric Conway Marion & Jacobson Roofing 0 1 Northwestern Mutual 9, Crest 6 Lawandy, 6-3, 6-1 (Lynnfield, Mass.), junior Matt over the shortstop’s head as Crest Refrigeration 0 5 Scotch Plains-Fanwood 5, Eliza- Steve Falco and Jim Price each had Second singles: Ali Kasem (B) d. Alec Spring (Canton, Conn.) and sopho- Baumwoll pulled up at third. With SUPER SENIORS DIVISION: two key-hits for Mutual. Rich Polinitza beth 0 Jaslow, 6-3, 6-4 more Griffin Maloney (Westfield, one out, Urban slapped his RBI single TEAM W L added a key triple. First singles: Mike Thompson d. Carlos Third singles: Mikel Lawandy (B) d. Lee Creative Industries 1 1 Bernstein, 6-4, 6-0 N.J.), were named to the 2004 to center and Zazzali darted to third. Rosales, 6-2, 6-2 Disaster nearly occurred when a sui- IL Giardino’s Ristorante 1 1 Antone’s Pub 13, Union Center Nat’l Second singles: John Altman d. Saad First doubles: Alec Wasserman and Brian America East All-Conference team. L.A. Law 1 1 Bank 9 Yousuf, 6-2, 7-6 (7-4) Kender (W) d. Michael Go and Aaron “All three of these players are well cide squeeze sign was missed, but Legg Mason 1 1 Bonilla, 6-4, 6-0 The Bankers scored six runs in the Third singles: Adam Corbin d. Ivica deserving of the award,” noted Ver- Zazzali alertly dashed safely back to first. Bob Renaud had three hits and Pecic, 6-0, 6-1 Second doubles: Adam Gerckens and third. On the next pitch Maloney Comcast 7, The Office 6 First doubles: Greg Leischner and Sean Andrew Levy (W) d. Shadi Sawerts and mont coach David Moore. “Eric and The Office began with eight-straight Lionel Genello, Dave Goodman and Sal Robinson d. Dan Ferry and Mike Vhris Palmisano, 6-0, 6-3 Matt were excellent doubles part- hopped a single over third to bring hits and scored six runs but was held to LaBella each tapped two hits for the Zazzali home with the game winner. Mavroudis, 6-1, 6-4 NJ SEC. 2, GROUP 2 ners competing hard in to set the tone just three more hits during the remainder Bank. Antone’s tallied 11 runs in the last Second doubles: Stefano Gaetano and “I looked at the first fastball but, three innings and sparkled with the hit- Governor Livingston 4, Cranford 1 for our team at the start of every of the game. Comcast executed three Chris Mattern d. Angel Comacho and luckily, he gave me another fastball double plays. Tom Lombardi (3 hits), Al ting of Mike Riley and the fielding of Roger Posso, 6-2, 6-4 First singles: Adam Geiger (GL) d. Jus- match. It is also fitting for Griffin to tin Grand, 6-7 (5-7), 6-3, 6-4 be honored since he led the team in and I took it the other way,” said Betau and Frank Pepe (2 hits apiece) led Steve Fatula. MAY 11: Second singles: Greg Morgan (GL) d. singles wins.” Urban of his single. Comcast. Lou Koehler and Dennis Awnings Galore 19, Crest 4 Westfield 4, Old Bridge 1 Joe Cancielleri, 6-0, 6-1 Conway and Spring were one of “Offensively, we did what we had Kosowicz (2 hits apiece) led The Office. Irish Pub 9, Awnings Galore 5 First singles: Rich Moran (W) d. Jason Third singles: Conrad Zagarazazu (GL) Jerry Halfpenny ceded 13 hits to Comcast Creative Industries 14, L.A. Law 2 d. Matt Milwicz, 6-2, 6-0 the top tandems in the conference to do. We talked about putting the Lefkowitz, 0-6, 6-1, 6-1 while Betau held The Office to 11 hits. Legg Mason 16, IL Giardino’s Second singles: Alec Jaslow (W) d. Ryan First doubles: Brian Heersema and Mike this year with a team-high 11 doubles ball in play, making things happen Knapp (GL) d. Steve Milwicz and Mike victories. Maloney, usually playing and, in that last inning, everything D&K Associates 19, Union Center Ristorante 13 Eisert, 7-6 (7-5), 6-2 at #5 singles, was the most consistent came together,” said Baylock. Nat’l Bank 1 IL Giardino’s Ristorante 10, Creative Second doubles: Matt Ross and Mike Industries 9 www.goleader.com winner for UVM with 16 victories Bob De Bellis, Tony Falzone and Joe Winters (C) d. Brandon Alboum and Eric New Providence 101 000 100 1 4 Salerno led D&K with three hits each. L.A. Law 7, Legg Mason 4 Berntson, 6-3, 6-3 this season. Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 000 120 000 2 5

A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 20, 2004 Page 15 Westfield Rowers to Hold SPF Baseball 11s Sweep Benefit Concert Fundraiser Piscataway Chiefs, 10-6, 2-0 Westfield Competitive Rowing is an east coast. The team is self funded and The Scotch Plains 11-years-old base- independent team made up of both was able to purchase a quad boat this Scalfaro kept Piscataway off the board, male and female high school students ball team swept the Piscataway Chiefs, securing SPF’s first shutout of the year due to the generous support of The 10-6, and, 2-0, in a May 16 double- from Westfield. This year they com- Westfield Foundation and The year. peted in a number of Regattas prima- header to boost its record to 4-2-1. Westfield School Boosters. In Game 1, Daniel Lesce doubled Holy Trinity To Host rily on the Sculkyll River in Philadel- On Sunday, May 23, at Crossroads phia against teams from all over the Sean Reilly and Joe Carroll home in Restaurant in Garwood between 5 and the second inning. Noel Whitehouse Invt’l Track Meet 8 p.m., there will be a fundraiser ben- rapped a base hit to center scoring WESTFIELD — Holy Trinity Blue Thunder Quiets efit concert featuring the bands Interparochial School in Westfield will Whistlestop Jackson and The Bus. Lesce and Nick Sebolao. Soccer Blast Boys, 2-1 In the fifth, four Raiders scored. host the 25th Annual Holy Trinity Admission is $10. There will also be a Invitational Track Meet on Saturday, The Scotch Plains-Fanwood U13 drawing for a 50-50 raffle. John Foti drilled a leadoff double to WESTFIELD ROWERS WIN…Westfield Competitive Rowers Lauren left center. After walks to Noel May 22, at the Kehler Stadium track boys’ soccer team gained a virtual tie Any individual who is interested in Heffernan, Rebecca DeFazio, Katherine Itz and Justine Cassidy race against on Rahway Avenue in Westfield from for first place in their division by de- joining Westfield Competitive Rowing Whitehouse, Ezra Klemow and Teaneck at the Neried Youth Invitational on the Passiac River on May 8. Conner Thompson scored Foti, An- 2:30 to 7 p.m. feating the South Plainfield Blast, 2-1. must first gain some basic rowing ex- Westfield won by several strokes. Holy Trinity meet director/head The Blue Thunder now controls their perience. This summer, three Youth thony Scalfaro whacked a two-run double to right-center. Reilly and track coach Bill Fitzpatrick stated, “We own destiny and can be flight champs (14-18) Learn to Row programs are WTA Mixed Doubles expect the largest participation ever if they win the remaining two games being offered at the Nereid Boat Club SPF Diamond X Ties Carroll scored two more insurance runs in the sixth to secure the victory. for this silver anniversary meet. The versus North Plainfield and West Or- in Rutherford www.nereidbc.org. For Tennis Ladder Told: Hillsborough, 2-2 individual and team competition ange. further information regarding Westfield Pitchers Klemow, Carroll and Scalfaro All match scores should be called in The Scotch Plains Fanwood 11- kept Piscataway from mounting a should be very spirited.” The Thunder drew blood first against Competitive rowing please call Gail immediately to coordinator Nancy The schedule of events for the May the Blast as Chris McManus booted Fishberg at (908) 654-3084 or Lisa year-old Diamond X baseball team comeback. Freundlich at (908) 232-6545 or e- played the Hillsborough Scream- In the second game, defense and 22 meet is as follows: 50-yard fun home the initial score off of a fine Cassidy at (908) 789-2851. mailed to [email protected] service from Steve Young and Pat ers to a 2-2 tie on May 14. A pitching ruled the roost. SPF scored run, 800 meters, 400 meters, 160 meter Hilary Abramowitz/Jon Eisenberg superbly played defensive game its first run when Michael Spaeth laid novice, 1600 meters, 100 meters, 200 Clancy. Goalkeeper Andrew Smith Yogi Berra Center James/Sherri Bender fielded 16 South Plainfield shots and ended deadlocked due to darkness. down a beautiful sacrifice bunt to score meters, followed by the McCabe Re- Paul Darmanin/Lyn Myers lay races. kept the game in the win column by To Host Baseball Camp Nancy/Rich Freundlich Ezra Klemow was driven in by Scalfaro in the second inning. Then in reaching back to stop the ball as it LITTLE FALLS – The Yogi Berra Michael McCrea/ Ryan Haggerty in the top of the first the fourth, Scalfaro grounded to deep The public is invited. Refreshments rolled onto the goal line after a ricochet Museum & Learning Center, located Monica Morin/ inning to give Scotch Plains a short- second base, scoring Carroll who had will be available. off a Blast offensive player late in the on the campus of Montclair State Uni- Alejandro/Lucila Vollbrechthausen lived lead as Hillsborough scored worked a walk, and moved to third on For more information, please con- Julia/Jon Walker a single by Ryan Haggerty. tact Mr. Fitzpatrick, Meet Director, at second half. versity, will host a clinic for children Chris/Maria Elena Whelan two in the bottom of the first. Michael Marc Eric Fusillo tallied what proved ages 9-12 during the week of August 2- Spaeth drove in Anthony Scalfaro in Klemow, Conner Thompson and [email protected]. to be the game-winner with just 30 6, at its baseball/softball camp, featur- On Sunday evenings from 5-7 p.m., the second inning, knotting the score. seconds remaining in the first half off a ing professional on-field training, skills beginning May 23, WTA members may Klemow, Joe Carroll and Scalfaro striking corner kick by Mark Koransky. and drills, and educational workshops. meet at Tamaques Park for mixed turned in a strong pitching perfor- Colin Grimm, Dan Rodriquez, Denzel The camp, underwritten through a doubles play to be organized in a Round mance. Amankwah and Mike Roth anchored $15,000 grant from the Scott Hazelcorn Robin-like format. You do not need to be on the Mixed Doubles ladder or the Thunder defense. Memorial Children’s Foundation that PUBLIC NOTICE was established by the family of Scott have a partner to play. Call the Mixed Hazelcorn following his tragic death Doubles coordinator for more infor- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS UC Rugby Seeks Youth mation. on September 11, 2001. NOTICE IS hereby given that at a regular For Flag Rugby Teams Paul Reddick of the New Jersey Base- meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tues- Union County Rugby Football Club ball Academy and a scout for the Pitts- WTA Women Doubles day, May 11, 2004 the following ordinances is currently recruiting players for its burgh Pirates will direct the training and entitled: summer coed non-contract flag rugby coaching at the camp. Educational work- Tennis Ladder Told: The standings for the WTA Women’s AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Summer Youth program, which in- shops will include Sportsmanship, Sports CHAPTER VII OF THE GEN- cludes boys and girls from any town Medicine and Nutrition. Doubles ladder are based on the end of ERAL ORDINANCES OF THE from kindergarten to eighth grade. Enrollment is on a first-come, first- last season’s standings and are shown TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Flag rugby is a safe and enjoyable serve basis. The fee is $325. Parents and below. New teams are added as they PLAINS ENTITLED ‘TRAFFIC’ way of introducing rugby to young caregivers can call the Museum at (973) signed up. TIME LIMIT PARKING ON people. Last year, the youth rugby team 655-2378 for more information. When a team is challenged they are CHURCH STREET. attracted 30 players. This year more obligated to play/schedule a match with ORDINANCE AMENDING the challenger as soon as possible. A TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE 2- than 60 kids are expected to participate KOC Baseball Tourney 20.15 INCREASING THE MAXI- and teams will be fielded in Cranford challenge cannot be ignored. All match MUM AGE UPON WHICH A (Unami Field) and Berkeley Heights. Scheduled for May 28 scores should be called in immediately PERSON MAY ENROLL IN THE The season will begin on or about June The Knights of Columbus Invita- to Karen Dorne at (908) 233-6075. SCOTCH PLAINS VOLUN- 21 and will conclude on July 31. All tional baseball tournament is set to Also, please call if you have any ques- TEER FIRE COMPANY practices will run from 6:30 to 7:45 begin on Friday, May 28, at 5:30 p.m. tions or would like to join the ladder. were adopted on seconded and final read- ing, AND p.m. at Gumbert Field in Westfield. Pres- 1. Sherri Bender/Hilary Abramowitz Registration is $45 and $35 for each ently, there are six teams in each 11-12- 2. JoAnn Purdy/Deirdra Hewett AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND additional sibling. Aall players receive year-old bracket. 3. Aleta Zidis/Susan Fraser CHAPTER VII OF THE GEN- a ball and T-shirt. If interested for the 4. Lisa Galasso/Marlene Perez-Santalla ERAL ORDINANCES OF THE 11-year-olds: Westfield (two teams), 5. Debie Day/Marie Kacmarsky TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Berkeley Heights team, please call N. Elizabeth, Chatham, Madison and 6. Lisa Sottung/Jody Weisman PLAINS ENTITLED ‘TRAFFIC’ coach Mark Dobbs at (908) 665-9429 Long Hill 7. Elizabeth Fealy-Jacobello/Paual Brotman NO STOPPING OR STANDING or e-mail [email protected]. 12-year-olds: Westfield (two teams), 8. Mindy Goldberger/Jennifer Wertshafter (CEDAR BROOK RD.) WAS For Cranford, please call Chris Clark at Chatham, Basking Ridge, Piscataway, 9. Nancy Freundlich/Carol Healey TABLED. 10.Caroyln Fleder/Lisa Black-Polak TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS (201) 213-1952, e-mail Clark and Linden. There is room for 11.MegButler/Monica Morin [email protected] or visit two 11-year old teams and one 12- Barbara Riepe 12.Gail Erlich/Genny Luppescu Township Clerk www.mudturtlerugby.com. year-old team. 13.Maggie Subhas/Julia Walker 1 T - 5/20/04, The Times Fee: $31.11 Page 16 Thursday, May 20, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Scotch Plains CPA Elected Federal Govt. Should Pay NYSSCPA Vice President Share of Special Edu. Costs NEW YORK, NY — The New and Young CPAs committees. He is TRENTON – Senator Nicholas he said, working families in New York State Society of Certified Pub- an active member of the American Scutari, the vice chairman of the Jersey are struggling to shoulder their lic Accountants installed Peter Institute of Certified Public Accoun- Senate Education Committee, is ap- property tax responsibilities. Berlant, CPA of Scotch Plains, ac- tants and also serves on the Board of plying pressure on the federal gov- In an effort to pressure the federal counting partner with Anchin, Block Governors of the Accountants’ Club ernment to pay its fair share of the government, Senator Scutari teamed & Anchin, LLP, as its Vice President of America and the Accountants’ Fo- costs of special education to ease up with Senator Joseph Palaia, R- at the Society’s 107th Annual Elec- rum. the burdens on local property tax- Ocean Township, to sponsor a bi- tion and Dinner Meeting at the Berlant, a frequent lecturer, has payers in New Jersey. partisan concurrent resolution, SCR- Marriott Marquis Hotel. spoken before various organizations “Right now, the federal govern- 57, which urges President Bush and Berlant has been a member of the and professional groups on topics ment isn’t even paying half of what the Congress to keep their federal Society since 1982 and has served on such as accounting and tax issues it is supposed to be paying for spe- commitment to help children with the board since 2001. He has served related to fund of funds, non-tradi- cial education costs under the Indi- special education needs. as chair of the Future of the Profes- tional sources of financing, lending viduals with Disabilities Education The resolution passed unani- sion Oversight, General Committee to specialized industries, derivative Act,” said Scutari, D-Linden. “The mously on Thursday, May 13 in the on Public Relations and Cooperation financial instruments and deferred federal government committed it- Senate Education Committee and with Commercial Credit Grantors taxes. self to paying 40 percent of the now goes to the full Senate for a committees. He has also served as a He received a Bachelor of Science national average per pupil cost to vote. member of the Committee Coordi- degree in Business Administration Dan Black for The Westfield Leader and The Times fund special education programs, “New Jersey educational costs are nator Advisory Group and the Com- (Accounting) and Public Communi- EARTH SHAKING FALL…At 7:18 a.m. on Friday, April 30, the earth shook but the latest figures put its actual notably higher than the national av- mittee Operations, Cooperation with cations (Television and Radio Pro- at Eastgate Square when a 35-foot telephone pole and an estimated 650 pounds payment share at just over 18 per- erage, thus magnifying the impact Financial Media, Awards, Nominat- duction), summa cum laude from of Civil Defense sirens and control boxes came crashing down at the corner of cent and that’s a disgrace.” of federal under funding of its com- ing, Cooperation with Bankers and Syracuse University in 1980. Court Street and East Broad Street in Westfield. The CD siren took off several Senator Scutari said New Jersey mitment,” the Resolution states. Other Credit Grantors, Construction He and his wife, Jane have two limbs of trees in its path and shattered a section of sidewalk on Court Street. No taxpayers will pick up the slack for Senator Scutari noted that under Contractors, Publishing and Printing daughters, Amie and Marissa. one was injured when the pole fell. the federal government because they the federal Unfunded Mandates Re- believe every child deserves a thor- form Act of 1995, Congress agreed ough and efficient education, regard- not to shift costs to states. CSH and WB11 Fund Partner less of disabilities. At the same time, Sadly, Senator Scutari said, since its inception in 1975 the Individuals For Upcoming Golf Classic PUBLIC NOTICE with Disabilities Education Act has BOROUGH OF FANWOOD been chronically underfunded by MOUNTAINSIDE – Children’s area that address the unmet needs of PLANNING BOARD the federal government. Specialized Hospital (CSH) has an- children and their families. Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- “Now is the time for us to speak nounced a special partnership with The McCormick Tribune Foun- NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF out with renewed vigor to change the WB11 Care for Kids Fund for its dation matches donations to the FANWOOD after public hearing on March the old neglectful ways of the fed- 24, 2004 granted approval to Ann Marie and eral government,” Senator Scutari 15th Annual Golf Classic, to be held WB11 Care for Kids Fund at a sig- Eric Erickson for an addition.porch on the on Monday, June 14, at Canoe Brook nificant percentage, making even property at 186 Farley Avenue, Fanwood, said. “This generation now can make Country Club in Summit. more money available to the com- New Jersey being Block 27, Lot 64. a difference if we renew our com- The event will benefit both munity. Documents pertaining to this application mitment to end the insensitive ways are available for public inspection at Bor- of the past. More fairness from the Children’s Specialized and WB11 The Mountainside-based Children’s ough Hall during normal business hours. Care for Kids, a fund of the Specialized Hospital Foundation is Ann Marie and Eric Erickson federal government will benefit the McCormick Tribune Foundation. the nonprofit charitable organization 186 Farley Avenue children who receive special educa- Since its inception in 1991, the WB11 that raises funds to support programs Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 tion as well as the taxpayers of New Care for Kids Fund has granted more and services at CSH. For more infor- 1 T - 5/20/04, The Times Fee: $17.79 Jersey.” than $5 million to outstanding non- mation, please call the Foundation at PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE profit organizations in the tri-state (908) 301-5463. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR NONPAYMENT OF TAXES, ASSESSMENTS AND/OR OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS Public notice is hereby given that I, Colleen M. Huehn, Collector of Taxes of the Borough of Fanwood, County of Union will sell at public auction on TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2004 in the Mayor and Council chambers at the Borough Municipal Building, 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey at 9:00 o’clock in the morning or at such later time and place to which said sale may then be adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land assessed to the respective persons whose names are set opposite each respective parcel as the owner thereof for the total amount of municipal liens chargeable against said lands respectively, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. As computed to the 15th day of June, 2004. Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of municipal liens chargeable against each parcel of said land assessed as one parcel, together with interest and costs to the date of sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest rate of interest bid, not to exceed 18%. Payment for said parcels shall be made prior to the conclusion of the sale in the form of cash, certified check or money order or other method previously approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. Properties for which there are no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the Borough of Fanwood at an interest rate of 18%. At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property with interest and costs. Payments must be in the form of cash, certified check or money order. Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-:10A-1 et seq.), and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.). In addition, the municipality is precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the site. In the event that the owner of the property is on Active Duty in the Military Service, the Tax Collector should be notified immediately. The lands to be sold are described in accordance with the last tax duplicate as follows: BLK LOT OWNER NAME PROPERTY LOCATION TOTAL DUE 20 9 Carson, William J. Jr. 47 St. John Place $ 3,343.08 26 51 Kiss, Joseph & Evelyn 24 Mary Lane $ 2,206.75 33 16 Rota, Peter & Merrilee 28 Russell Road $ 38.89 46 10 Sheppard, Carol & William 225 Tillotson Road $ 9,301.69 55 4 25 South Ave., LLC 27 South Avenue $12,317.05 55 10 SJF Real Estate Holding Ltd 65 South Avenue $ 4,706.64 98 1.02 Pizzolato, Elsie 621 Terrill Road $ 6,094.37 105 25 Pierce, Clayton & Evelyn 3 Robin Road $ 8,856.92 116 70 Jackson, McKinley & Marie 33 Trenton Avenue $ 1,318.01 116 75.01 Terry, Janet P. 4 Saville Row $10,436.05 120 4 Felton, James 13 Jefferson Avenue $ 216.06 Colleen M. Huehn Collector of Taxes 4 T - 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10/04, The Times Fee: $314.16 Kimberley Aslanian Haley

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 20, 2004 Page 17 It is Unfair for Westfield Residents To Pick Up Downtown Parking Tab More Letters to the Editor Editor’s note: This letter was origi- So why take the risk? Is it just for the nally sent to the mayor and council. downtown businesses? To us, it appears If You Don’t Think There is Resident * * * * * * * that first the commuters and then the rest of the town will be asked to pick up the Opposition, Put Decks to a Vote I am unable to attend tonight’s coun- tab to furnish the downtown businesses cil meeting, but I wanted to write to let with parking. While I support the busi- Editor’s note: This letter was origi- be victims of the “I agree” syndrome you know that my wife and I are against nesses in the town, I don’t think my nally sent to the mayor and council. that many executives and leaders face. It the parking decks proposed for down- parking fees and property taxes should * * * * * * * is a very natural human reaction to nod, town Westfield. be subsidizing their capital expenses. I sincerely want to help you. I am smile and agree with those perceived to As of June, I will have been commut- In the event more parking is deemed giving you the benefit of the doubt. be in a position of authority or power. ing from Westfield to New York City for necessary, I urge you to take a more Perhaps you are not getting the whole For some reason people are very re- ten years. I do not think there is a need modest approach. The suggestions for message. I think you have heard some luctant to tell leaders directly what they for additional parking, and in light of expanding the Southside lot seem to be very vocal support for the redevelop- really think. This often results in ex- annual increases in property taxes and a good start. Thank you. ment plan. That makes perfect sense. tremely gross misperceptions of reality. already exorbitant commuter parking The people who stand to reap financial It happens in the corporate world quite fees, I think the financial commitment Chris Dorman Westfield rewards from this are of course extremely often. History is also full of examples of could be disastrous for the town. vocal. There is nothing wrong with this, leaders who think the people love them as it is their business. right up until the time the palace is Keep in mind, though, that most of the stormed. Parker Gardens Offers residents of Westfield spend somewhere It should be apparent to anyone who between 40 and 60 hours a week at their has spent time talking to the residents jobs (and some even more). So, it is that the vast majority of Westfielders are Tropical Plant Varieties natural that the residents of Westfield do vehemently opposed to the redevelop- not have as much time and energy to ment project. If you doubt this, just open SCOTCH PLAINS –Parker Gar- ration because of the soft contrast fight against this plan as the developers it up for a vote. Many residents are dens of Scotch Plains has added a they provide.” He added that they have to fight for it. For the people who starting to believe that this the very number of unusual tropical flowers, also work well as container plantings. will profit from this plan, convincing reason there will not be a vote. I am not plants and trees to its immense as- Among the more unique varieties you that this is a good idea is their full sure if you are unaware of the degree of of tropical plants offered at Parker time job. opposition to this or if you simply do not sortment for the 2004 season. Do not be fooled by the amount of care. I hope you are just unaware. “Tropical plants add a comfort- Gardens are Bromeliads, Australian time, energy and money the developers You may decide to push this project able warmth to any garden or land- Tree Ferns, Lantanas, Passion Flower, are investing on promoting the parking through no matter what. But you should scape, with their vibrant colors, in- Plumbago and Sun Coleus, as well as deck. This doesn’t mean Westfield resi- be very clear that you are absolutely teresting shapes and rich textures,” eight varieties of Orchids, three sizes dents want this. doing so with total disregard for, and said Steven Parker, owner of Parker of Gazania and two colors of I also think it is possible that you may completely against, the wishes of the Gardens. “They also make great ac- Dipladenia and Mexican Heather, residents. cents around walkways, driveways five sizes and 15 colors of Hibiscus I hope you are trying to do your best or just about any hardscape configu- and four colors of Bougainvillea. Westfield Thrift Shop for us since you were elected to serve the With the warmer weather also residents, not the developers. So, I will PUBLIC NOTICE To Hold Bag Day assume you just misunderstand the real- comes the opportunity to plant annu- ity of the situation. TOWN OF WESTFIELD als, such as large, shade-loving Im- WESTFIELD – The Thrift Shop, run by the Westfield Service Charlie Harris SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 2102 patiens, Portulacas and several vari- eties of exotic Geraniums. League, located at 114 Elmer Street Westfield NOTICE OF PENDING BOND in Westfield will hold its Bag Day ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY “Now is the time to get annuals planted so that they can enjoy a sale Saturday, June 5. The bond ordinance, the summary terms Bag Day marks the Service of which are included herein, was intro- healthy life and provide bright col- duced and passed upon first reading at a ors throughout the entire Summer League’s end-of-the-year event. meeting of the Town Council of the Town of season,” Parker said. Customers can purchase a grocery- Westfield, in the County of Union, State of Parker Gardens is located at 1325 sized paper bag and fill it to the New Jersey, on May 18, 2004. It will be brim for just $5. Clothing, shoes, further considered for final passage, after Terrill Road, Scotch Plains and is open public hearing thereon, at a meeting of the Monday through Wednesday from 7 accessories, bric-a-brac and much Town Council to be held in the Municipal a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday more can be found at the shop. Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 7 The shop is open from 9 a.m. to New Jersey, on June 1, 2004 at 8:00 P.M. 4 p.m. Proceeds are donated to During the week prior to and up to and a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. including the date of such meeting copies of to 5 p.m. For more information, call local charities. For more informa- the full ordinance will be available, at no cost (908) 322-5555 and press extension 5 tion call the shop at (908) 233- and during regular business hours, at the for directions and 6 for special events. 2530. Clerk’s office for the members of the gen- eral public who shall request the same. The summary of the terms of such bond ordi- nance follows: TITLE: BOND ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE UNDERTAK- ING OF VARIOUS RECRE- ATION IMPROVEMENTS IN, BY AND FOR THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $1,113,000 TO PAY THE COST THEREOF, TO MAKE A DOWN PAYMENT, TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS TO FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIATION AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSU- ANCE OF BOND ANTICIPA- TION NOTES IN ANTICIPA- TION OF THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS. Purpose(s): Undertaking of the following Recreation improvements in, by and for the Town, including all work, materials and ap- purtenances necessary and suitable there- for: A. Tamaques Park - upgrading HVAC and electrical systems and reconfiguring interior space at the log cabin; and court resurfacing and lighting replacement at the tennis courts. B. Houlihan/Sid Fay Fields - installation of synthetic turf athletic fields, lighting, fenc- ing and stands, expansion of parking areas and related improvements. C. Additional Fields - undertaking a study for the siting of new athletic fields. Appropriation: $1,113,000 Bonds/Notes Authorized: $1,060,000 Grants (if any) Appropriated: -0- Section 20 Costs: $103,000 Useful Life: 15 years This Notice is published pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:2-17. Bernard A Heeney Town Clerk Town of Westfield County of Union State of New Jersey 1 T - 5/20/04, The Leader Fee: $62.22

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Fax resume to (908) 232-0520 Hiring for Summer-Interns offers 7 rooms & includes 3 HOME FOR SALE REAL ESTATE, Agents at Location-Westfield, NJ SUMMER RENTAL Bedrooms, 2.1 baths, CAC, park- Burgdorff ERA are breaking all HELP WANTED Requirements: Good Computer Historic Fanwood Colonial Long Beach Island like grounds overlooking river. Call records. ERA’s #1 Real Estate Waitstaff and kitchen staff for local Skills; Good Organizational Skills; 5 beds 2 baths, 3000 sq.ft., 4 Bedrooms, for details/appointment. $2550/mo. firm has training classes starting restaurant. Flexible hours, EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION 1/2 acre, IG pool, paver patio 1 house from Ocean BURGDORFF REALTORS soon. Scholarships available. competitive salary. Experience SKILLS A MUST. Needed: Part- professionally landscaped Call (908) 233-6751 Westfield Office Call 1-866-BURGDORFF or required. Ask for Tim 10:00am- Time, to work approx. 20-30 hrs. $549,000 FSBO evenings only (908) 233-0065 www.burgdorff.com\careers 3:00pm (908) 232-7320 weekly. Paid hourly per week. (908) 322-4405. Call Jim at (908) 233-0011 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE SHAKER BEDROOM FURNITURE TOWN OF WESTFIELD EDUCATION Lovely maple Shaker Style Public Notice is hereby given that an ordinance of which the following is a copy was days per week. CAREGIVERS queen bed frame, endtable with (2) Residents who reside within the CBD (hereinafter sometimes referred to as introduced, read and passed on first reading by the Council of the Town of Westfield at a FT/PT for day care center in drawer, and matching armchair. “CBDR”) or owners of residential property in the CBD shall be entitled to purchase a permit meeting held May 18, 2004, and that the said Council will further consider the same for final Westfield location. Experience Easy to assemble. $250 set. passage on the 1st day of June 2004, at 8:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as said matter can allowing CBD residents or tenants of CBD property owners to park in municipal parking lot no. 4 between the hours of 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 A.M. seven (7) days per week. Permits shall preferred. Call Cheryl Call (908) 317-8914 be reached, in the Council Chambers, Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and place any person who may be interested therein will be given be issued by the Town of Westfield Police Department to individuals residing in the Town (908) 518-0900 an opportunity to be heard concerning said ordinance. of Westfield within the CBD or owners of property within the CBD based upon adequate proof Bernard A Heeney of residence, and/or ownership, in such form as shall be acceptable to the Police PT SUMMER CAREGIVER Town Clerk Department of the Town of Westfield. GENERAL ORDINANCE NO.: 1833 (3) The quantity of Night Hours parking permits to be sold shall be vested in the Experienced babysitter needed AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, discretion of the Town of Westfield Police Department recognizing the need to accommo- for 7-year old girl this summer in CHAPTER 13 date adequate parking for CBDR during Night Hours. (4) The Westfield Police Department shall designate the number and location of parking my Westfield home. 15-30 hours BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield in the County of Union: spaces to be used by holders of Night Hours parking permits. per week. Must have references SECTION I: (5) Only holders of properly displayed Night Hours parking permits may park in those and valid drivers license. Call 1. Section 13-30 (a)(5) of Chapter 13 of the Town of Westfield shall be repealed and parking spaces designated for use by Night Hours permit holders during Night Hours. replaced with the following: (6) The Night Hours parking permit to be issued by the Town of Westfield shall be affixed during day at (212) 526-5460. Sec. 13-30. Parking lot nos. 3 and 3A. to a location specified by notice given to the permit holder at the time of the issuance of the (5) Except as otherwise designated in this section, hours of enforcement shall be Monday permit and shall be clearly visible in the parked vehicle at all times during which the vehicle CHILDCARE NEEDED through Friday 5:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. is parked in Night Hours designated parking spaces located in municipal parking lot no. 4. The following provision shall be added to Section 13-30 of Chapter 13 of the Town of (7) The cost for a Night Hours parking permit for CBDR residents shall be $360.00 for Looking for dependable, respon- Westfield: an annual permit and $180.00 for a six (6) month permit. sible, English speaking, non- (a) (6) Daily color coded parking permits shall be available for sale to residents of Westfield (8) Parking in spaces designated for use by Night Hours permit holders without a Night smoker w/valid DL to play & take for a daily fee of $5.00 per day entitling the holder to park in spaces designated by the Police Hours permit properly displayed between the hours of 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 A.M. seven (7) days care of twin 4-yr-old girls, T/W/Th Department in the eastern portion of Lot 3. Proof of residency acceptable to the Police per week is violation of this Chapter. Department of the Town of Westfield shall be provided in order for a patron to be eligible to 7-6, extra hrs avail. if desired. purchase a daily permit. Daily parking permits shall be available for sale in such manner, 3. Sections 13-33 (b) of Chapter 13 of the Town of Westfield shall be repealed and Only for summer. (908) 654-1659 at such times and on such days, as the Police Department shall establish via a representative replaced with the following: of the Police Department. Sec. 13-33. Parking lot no. 6. HOUSE CLEANING (b) Hours of enforcement shall be Monday through Friday 5:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. 2. Section 13-31 of Chapter 13 of the Town of Westfield shall be repealed and replaced Sit back and relax! with following: 4. Sections 13-35.1 of Chapter 13 of the Town of Westfield shall be repealed and replaced Sec. 13-31. Parking lot no. 4. with the following: Let me do the cleaning for you! The following regulations shall apply in municipal parking lot no. 4, off East Broad Street, Sec. 13-35.1. All Night Parking. Ref, 8 years exp, English between Elm Street and Mountain Avenue: Parking is prohibited in all municipal parking lots or areas between the hours of 1:00 A.M. speaking. Call Christine at The regulations applicable to municipal parking lot no. 4 shall be divided between Day and 6:00 A.M. except: (908) 527-6261. Hours and Night Hours, as more particularly set forth below. (a) Holders of Night Hours parking permits may park all night in the spaces designated by the Westfield Police Department in lot 4; and (A) Day Hours (b) Holders of Commuter parking permits may park all night in lots 3 and 6. DOG SITTING SERVICES (1) Parking in this lot shall be limited to two hours except for those spaces therein as may be designated for twelve hour parking. SECTION II. Will come to your home (2) Parking meters shall be installed to provide parking for up to two hours at the rate Any or all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict, or inconsistent, with any part of the terms to feed, walk and play of fifty cents for sixty minutes or any portion thereof. of this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent that they are in such conflict or inconsistent. while you’re away. (3) Eight hour parking meters shall be installed to provide parking for up to twelve hours Call (908) 232-9491 at a rate of fifty cents for one hour or any portion thereof. Parking is prohibited in all areas SECTION III. designated for two hour or twelve hour parking between the hours of 1:00 A.M. and 6:00 A.M. In the event that any section, part or provision of this ordinance shall be held to be BABYSITTER AVAILABLE except for those vehicles displaying Night Hours parking permits and except in those spaces unconstitutional or invalid by any court, such holdings shall not affect the validity of this expressly reserved, marked or designated by the Police Department for all night parking. ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof, other than the part so held unconstitutional or Experienced, responsible (4) Hours of enforcement are Monday through Saturday 9:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. invalid. babysitter available evenings and (B) Night Hours SECTION IV. weekends. EMT and CPR (1) Parking lot no. 4 is hereby designated as the “Night Hours” parking lot for residents This ordinance shall take effect after passage and publication as soon as, and in the certified. References available. of the Town of Westfield Central Business District (“CBD”) who have been issued permits manner provided by law. as set forth below. Night Hours is defined as the hours of 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 A.M. seven (7) 1 T - 5/20/04, The Leader Fee: $176.46 Call (908) 380-7944 after 5 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION UNION COUNTY DOCKET NO. F-13079-03 CAP FILE NO. 7355-03 NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: DOUGLAS E. ROBINSON, HIS HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PER- SONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST; LILLIAN V. ROBINSON, HIS WIFE, HER HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESEN- TATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- EST; YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND REQUIRED to serve upon CASALE & PELLEGRINO, LLC, plaintiff’s attorneys, whose address is GATEHALL 1, PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054, an Answer to the Complaint and Amendment to Complaint filed in a Civil Action, in which FUNB CUST/TTEE C/O PLYMOUTH SPV 2, INC. is the plaintiff and DOUGLAS E. ROBINSON, HIS HEIRS, ET ALS; are defendants, pending in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Chancery Division, UNION County and bearing Docket No. F-13079-03 within thirty-five (35) days after May 20, 2004 exclusive of such date. If you fail to answer or appear in accordance with Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by Default may be ren- dered against you for relief demanded in the Complaint and Amendment to Complaint. You shall file your Answer and Proof of Service in duplicate with the Clerk of the Superior Court of New Jersey, Hughes Jus- tice Complex - CN 971, Trenton, New Jer- sey 08625, in accordance with the Rules of Civil Practice and Procedure. You are further advised that if you are unable to obtain an attorney you may com- municate with the Lawyer Referral Service of the County of Venue and that if you cannot afford an attorney, you may communicate with the Legal Services Office of the County of Venue. The telephone number of such agencies are as follows: Lawyer Referral Service 908-353-4715 - Legal Services Office 908-354-4340. THE ACTION has been instituted for the purpose of foreclosing the following tax sale certificate: 1. A certain tax certificate 000811, recorded on 6/21/2000, made by STEVEN M. DAVIS, Collector of Taxes of CITY OF PLAINFIELD, and State of New Jersey to FUNB CUST/TTEE C/O PLYMOUTH SPV 2, INC. and subsequently assigned to plain- tiff, FUNB CUST/TTEE C/O PLYMOUTH SPV 2, INC.. This covers real estate located in CITY OF PLAINFIELD, County of UNION, and State of New Jersey, known as LOT 9 BLOCK 726 as shown on the Tax Assess- ment Map and Tax Map duplicate of CITY OF PLAINFIELD. and concerns premises commonly known as 1224 ARLINGTON AVENUE, CITY OF PLAINFIELD, New Jersey. YOU, DOUGLAS E. ROBINSON, HIS HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST and LILLIAN V. ROBINSON, HIS WIFE, HER HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRE- SENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST, are made party defen- dants to the above foreclosure action be- cause you are the owners of a property which is the subject of the above entitled action. DATED: May 13, 2004 Donald F. Phelan, Clerk of the Superior Court of New Jersey CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. 1 Gatehall Drive Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 1 T - 5/20/04, The Leader Fee: $78.54 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 20, 2004 Page 19 OnOn thethe BeatBeat On the BeatITH EITH OPNICKI OnOn thethe BeatBeatITH EITH OPNICKI W K K The Pixies: Catch the Wave By KEITH KOPNICKI liked they sounded. Not so with The Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Pixies. How could a band so epic in Latest Coffee with Conscience Concert The Pixies, “Wave of Mutila- approach, so truly punk at heart, so tion: Best of The Pixies,” 4AD, twisted, sinister and haunting in sound Out Now actually look so ... ordinary? Rating: A The Pixies, perhaps unknowingly, Get Outta Features Music Fusion Artist, SONiA Never heard of the Pixies? Here’s the turned their painfully average appear- short version. It’s 1987. Band blasts onto ance into an advantage and, in doing By MARYLOU MORANO SONiA travels the world to share her Church. For more information about Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times scene. Band establishes foothold. Then, so, launched one of rock’s ultimate The House message, and has performed in Australia, the Zoe Lewis concert, visit at the peak of their powers, with a seem- surprise attacks. Nobody that normal WESTFIELD — Singer -songwriter Canada, Israel, The Netherlands, and Great www.coffeewithconscience.com. By CAROL F. DAVIS ingly endless looking could be that good, could they? Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times SONiA, whose music represents a col- Britain among many other countries. Each Coffee with Conscience concert is stream of cool But they were. lage of folk, rock, blues and country, “It’s important for people of other coun- broadcasted the following month on TV-36 tunes and clas- The impossibly silly and maddening It’s once again time for the best took to the stage of tries to meet an Ameri- for residents of Westfield, Scotch Plains, lyrics, the sometimes stinging, some- yard sale around – the Friends of sic albums the First United Meth- can one-to-one. I am Fanwood and Mountainside. Concerts can ahead of them, times crunching, sometimes soaring gui- Sleepy Hollow 11th Annual Ga- odist Church of about peace and democ- be viewed on Fridays at 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. tar riffs all combined to define the musi- rage Sale will be held on Sunday, band breaks up. Westfield on Saturday, racy for everyone,” she and on Sundays at 7 p.m. Makes no cal genius that was The Pixies. May 23, in the beautiful Sleepy May 15, as part of the said, adding that the sense, but Each of their five albums is well repre- Hollow area of Plainfield. This year’s monthly Coffee with world’s focus overall has More from the these things sented here. The glorious riffery of “Where sale is bigger than ever, with almost Conscience Concert to be for humanity. rarely do. is My Mind?” the haunting “Caribou” 150 households participating. The Series of Westfield. “The truth is that Band mem- (This human form/Where I was born/I event will take place from 9 a.m. Chris Chandler, who we are all different, WF Districtwide bers go their separate ways, solo careers now repent/Cariboooou) and the berserk until 4 p.m., rain or shine. Proceeds is also a singer- but we are more alike are born, fans shed some tears and “Debaser” highlight an album that accu- benefit the neighborhood associa- songwriter and whom than we are different,” Art Show that’s the end of the story, right? Wrong. rately chronicles The Pixies’ short but tion. You won’t leave empty-handed. Coffee with Conscience she added. This story has a happy ending. productive run. producer Ahrre Maros SONiA was part of Michelle Helen Le Poidevin for The Leader/The Times Fourteen years after their demise, The Bass player Kim Deal’s pop/punk * * * * * * * referred to as a “spoken the celebrity coalition KUDOS TO THE KIDS…Countless purr on “Gigantic” serves to counter- pieces of art featured in the Westfield Pixies have come back from the dead. On Saturday, May 22, there will word-smith,” opened that joined over a mil- Maybe there was some unfinished busi- balance the devil-howl of the band’s be a spring concert, “O Heaven! O for SONiA. lion people at the District Wide Art Show garnered praise. singer/songwriter/guitarist Frank Black Some of them, pictured above, included: ness to take care of, or maybe the bills just Earth!” by The Madrigal Singers, at Although she ap- March for Women’s needed paying. The important thing on tracks like “Tame” “Planet of Sound” peared solo at Coffee Lives in Washington Devin Kiernan’s (grade 1) crayon por- 8 p.m. in First Baptist Church of trait; Steve Fromtling’s glowing acrylic; here is the band responsible for alterna- and “U-Mass.” But it’s when these two Westfield, 170 Elm Street. The con- with Conscience, D.C. on April 25, an tive music having its own section at Sam voices join forces on “Monkey Gone To experience she found Jessica Ropers’ (Art 2) India ink and cert will be directed by Elaine SONiA also performs watercolor on Strathmore paper; Rob- Goody is back. Heaven” or “Velouria” that The Pixies Fiorino, and will include modern with her sister CiNDY “empowering.” ert Bunting’s (grade 5) batik/watercolor First came a headlining gig earlier really get clicking on all cylinders. in the rock band “dis- As a soloist, composers in a cappella tradition, SONiA resist, Jessica Bender’s (Art 3) India ink this month at Coachella Music Festival Let’s not forget “Here Comes Your along with poetry readings by Judy appear fear,” which was SONiA, who claims and watercolor on Strathmore, and in California alongside a band they no Man” either, a song so catchy and damn formed in the late 80’s in their hometown Bob Dylan as a distant cousin, has ap- Philip Kim’s (Art 3) mixed media piece. doubt influenced, Radiohead. Then near perfect it deserves its own exhibition Sullivan accompanying this trea- of Baltimore, Md. peared on stage with Sarah Maclaughlin, sury of Renaissance choral music. came the announcement of a national at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Attendees at Saturday night’s concert Jewel and the Indigo Girls. and European tour and now this, a best- It is truly rare for a band to mix and The suggested donation is $10. Call heard selections from SONiA’s recently Accompanying her songs with both (908) 233-1570 for information. of collection. mash so many disparate styles of popu- released CD “No Bomb Is Smart,” includ- guitar and harmonica, SONiA calls her Sadly, “Wave of Mutliation: Best of lar music but The Pixies did it, and did * * * * * * * ing its title track. The lyrics of “No Bomb music “urban folk” and explains it is a The Pixies” does not offer any new it well. They improbably combined mix of blues and bluegrass. On Saturday, May 22, from 9:30 Is Smart” as well as SONiA’s eight other material, but it does serve to highlight, great 60s-esque melodies, manic punk collaborative or solo CDs are expressive of All net proceeds from SONiA’s Coffee over 23 tracks, the all-too-brief run of hysterics, touches of soft country bal- a.m. until 1 p.m., the Plainfield her passion for the environment, world with Conscience concert will be donated Cultural and Heritage Commission one of the most creative, refreshing ladry, rockabilly and hip surf rock to peace and equality. to the Eric Johnson House of Morristown. create a sound that was and is undeni- will sponsor the first “Central Jer- and, let’s be honest, coolest bands of “All of my songs are written from my “This concert is about being inclusive the last 25 years. ably their own. sey History Fair,” to be held at the heart and my feelings,” said SONiA in a and respectful of others,” SONiA said. Never heard of The Pixies? You’ve Plainfield Public Library, Eighth The Stones, The Beatles, The Sex pre-concert interview with The Westfield Coffee with Conscience closes another Pistols — these were bands that looked got some catching up to do. Street and Park Avenue. There will Leader and Scotch Plains-Fanwood Westfield concert series on June 19 with be exhibits, lectures, and author Times. “I write about the things that the appearance of one-woman band Zoe appearances. You may also purchase separate people.” Lewis at the First United Methodist ™ the newly published “Encyclopedia POPCORN of New Jersey,” published by Rutgers University Press, while the Friends CDC Ends 85th Season With Kiss Van Helsing: Lacks Bite of the Plainfield Public Library will CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 host a book sale of previously owned in My Fashion” rationalizes her fascina- an outstanding job with marvelously tal- One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent historical fiction and nonfiction tion with other men. Zilg’s flirtation, flair, ented musicians in the pit. Unfortunately, books. “Drop-In Lectures” will in- By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER you remember the film critic’s oath, a sworn and fancy footwork, and Fiorello’s Broad- the theater is just too small for the big 1 POPCORN clude such topics as “Landscaping way quality voice in “Bianca” are quite a sound the eight pieces produce. Their allegiance inspired by the maritime tradi- Your Historic Home,” “Doing Oral match. quality is so stellar, that one listens to the This isn’t the Van Helsing I know. My tion that asserts sea captains must go down History,” and “Caring for Histori- Inspired acting by Bobby Selig and lovely flute or sensuous saxophone in- version is an old guy, and he doesn’t look a with the ship. cal Clothing Collections.” All events Dave O’Neil, known only as Gangster I stead of the vocal line. Microphones did bit like Hugh Jackman, the Indy Jones Hence an elective stroll to the concession are free and indoors. For informa- and Gangster II, provide the play’s comic not seem to be working, or were set so low knockoff who plays the title character in this stand, “just to look,” is understandable. So is tion, call (908) 757-2305. relief. The thugs come to collect a debt in amplification that they did not accom- horribly tiring, painfully inundating film by an unnecessary saunter to the restroom. from Fred Graham, and he uses their modate the disparity in volume. director Stephen Sommers. Three or four viewers in my audience par- * * * * * * * muscle to force Lilli to remain in the play One of the night’s best scenes is “Too My Van Helsing wouldn’t deign to be the doned themselves to see if they had left their Music at Delbarton will present until the end of the week. Darn Hot,” which showcases lead dancer dashing centerpiece for a video game that headlights on. Funny -- it was daytime, and the Delbarton Schola Cantorum Both actors, Selig and O’Neill, are lead- Doug McLaughlin. Running almost 10 bears his name, as is the multi-marketing one of them doesn’t even have a car. Concert on Wednesday, May 26, at ing men quality and know how to milk a minutes in length, it requires great danc- reality here. For, he is the epitome of Old It matters not. The cacophony and con- 7 p.m. This free performance will be line, and punctuate with a look or timed ers/actors who need to utilize an under- World wisdom and intelligence. He is the fusion will be there when you get back. You held at St. Mary’s Abbey, 230 pause. They are a hit with their facial current of energy and stamina while feign- esteemed Professor Abraham Van Helsing, see, it’s all about curses set in motion centu- Mendham Road, Route 24, two miles contortions, and Tony Soprano charac- ing lethargy. It is a paradoxical challenge significantly portrayed by Edward Van Sloan. ries ago, when Count Vladislaus Dracula terizations. for actors; they carry it off with specialty He is more or less in the same business as was first killed. Well, the Count has never west of the Morristown Green. For “Van Helsing’s” younger, more testoster- quite gotten over that slight, even though he information, call (973) 538-3231. With their number, “Brush Up Your duos, acrobatics, and high-voltage chore- Shakespeare,” the audience hoots its ap- ography by Alyson Pemoulie. one-laden version. has been given eternal life, if that’s what you * * * * * * * While it spans only a few seconds, noth- call it. The New Jersey Ballet will ing Jackman’s character does in a full two Somehow or another this is connected to present two performances this week- hours and 12 minutes can possibly match these vampire cocoons he’s been saving the poignant kudos our original vampire up…thousands of ‘em. Boy, if they ever end at Kean University, Morris Av- vanquisher is accorded in Tod Browning’s hatch, we’re in trouble. enue, Union. On Saturday, May Dracula (1931). It happens when, during a Well, the modern age may foster that 22, at 8 p.m., watch “An Evening mutual test of mental fortitude, the infa- trouble. It has to do with this young Dr. of Pas de Deux.” Tickets are $15 mous Count himself observes: “Your will is Frankenstein (Samuel West) and the so- - $25. On Sunday, May 23, bring strong…Van Helsing.” called monster (Shuler Hensley) he’s the kids to see Mark Twain’s arche- It’s a bona-fide movie moment, some- created…reportedly from left-over body typal American boy, “Tom Saw- thing to be curled on the tongue in apprecia- parts. The mere concept alone is enough to yer,” at 2 p.m. Admission is $10. tion of the imaginative juices it gets sizzling. make a vampire salivate. There’s always a For more information or to pur- That’s something “Van Helsing” wouldn’t goodly supply of heads, limbs and torsos. chase tickets, call the Box Office at know much about. Sommers’ film caters to Now, maybe there’s a way to recycle them all (908) 737-SHOW (7469). that odd marriage between the silicon chip for fun and profit. and the vicariously visceral, laying into au- The opening scene when Dracula visits diences with a relentless barrage of com- Herr Doctor for the purposes of researching puter-generated bedlam. this new scientific breakthrough, is stun- Don Giovanni While the liberal, philosophical you might, ning. Done in all black and white, part CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 during this cinematic bombardment, for an campy and part techno-freak bravado, it Her voice had a ring to it that occurs instant muse that perhaps some teenage nevertheless sings a visual paean to Universal moviegoer 40 years hence will nostalgically Studios’ classic horror films. Too bad it’s all when the technique is near perfect. reflect on these rantings, you quickly dismiss downhill from there. Although Mozart’s glorious score was Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times it. “Nah, this is just garbage.” Aside from soon deluging us with all the certainly a factor, the emotional power RHYTHM…A talented cast belts out, “Another Op’nin,’ Another Show”, the Cole Which leads us to a question or three. Do aforementioned, interrelating ghouls, we and splendor of Cobb’s singing pro- Porter classic from Cranford Dramatic Club’s production of Kiss Me Kate. The great special effects have to appear in a are also immediately overwhelmed with the vided me with most of the goose bumps supporting roles and ensemble is packed with talented dancers, actors and singers. relatively good movie to be eligible for an lore that accompanies each of the dramatis I experienced during the evening. Oscar? Does the film’s screenplay have to personae, mortal or otherwise. But probably In the balcony, a 16-voice chorus also proval at the clever lyrics and ribald ges- Liz Howard and Jeffrey Fiorello pull have some ebb and flow to it? Need its plot the most important, if not at all that interest- contributed as villagers in the first act tures. Yes, it is over-the-top in approach, together the colorful, inventive costuming. be intriguing to qualify? Must the acting be ing, bit of gobbledygook concerns Anna and voices of doom in the second act. but the silliness works. Moving 20-some people around on the good? Such may be the conundrum Acad- Valerious, Van Helsing’s love interest. Played The ensemble singing was generally Add to the levity classic tunes like “So small CDC stage cannot be an easy task, emy voters face next year. by Kate Beckinsale, Anna’s mission, which very good. Each character was able to in Love,” “Were Thine That Special Face,” but this cast is not comprised of novices. For despite the agonizing boredom Van has to do with saving the souls of her get his or her point across, despite and “From This Moment On,” and the Peruse the playbill to see that many actors Helsing inflicts, especially on filmgoers who deceased family members, just happens to being in the middle of a textual and audience is in Cole Porter heaven. Yet and dancers have come straight from runs don’t appreciate their entertainment delivered coincide with his. musical traffic jam. There were some having outstanding songs is not enough as leading characters in other area shows. with the same subtlety of fresh concrete being Naturally, that doesn’t keep the two from synchronization mishaps, but in each to sell a production. And they exhibit their talent with side bits hurtled down a chute, the f/x quotient is high. bickering and fussing. Still, they fight the case Maestro Wroe recovered quickly Like parts of a delicate mosaic, all of the and business on stage that helps to define Almost completely dependent on com- good fight against Dracula, which feels a lot and minimized their effect. pieces need to coordinate and comple- their characters. puter-generated backdrops, there is nary an more like the Hundred Years War. Because, At 10:30 p.m., a violent thunder- ment each other to make the artwork Case in point is the theater’s Road to actual set utilized in the telling of this tall tale not unlike the tenacity of the undead Count storm ensued, seemingly right over the noteworthy. Padua where the cast comes down the that takes place in the late 19th century. in question, Van Helsing refuses to cease Set Designer Marc Chandler’s brick faced aisles and continues to do their activities While strict constructionists, as well as set being until practically every special effect church, as if the gods themselves had designers, may rail at the continuing techni- ever invented and just about every trite been angered by the rake’s behavior. double-story set is perfect with four dressing while singing “Cantiamo D’Amore.” rooms adorned with obligatory star designa- All in all, for the closing of the theater’s cal innovation, the fictional recreation of expression ever written are employed. Which After Don Giovanni refused to repent, Transylvania and its environs is pretty mag- is probably all well and good for the young the Commendatore’s touch of death put tors. His large set piece used for Petruchio’s 85th season, they could not have selected house is functional and efficient, nesting a better show to present with a kiss. nificent stuff. audience who feels that such vehement him in agony that Volpe acted out, In the midst of the remaining catastro- assault on the senses is the only way to writhing in his tuxedo from stage to pew into part of the set when not open. The CDC theater is located at 78 Music director Jonathan Flowers does Winans Avenue in Cranford. phe, this high-tech humming of the scenery address an increasingly low attention level. to floor. The thunder and lightning offers little consolation. Still, it’s giving credit The rest of us won’t be able to help but continued as the character descended where credit is due. wonder if we’ve left the water running. into hell, adding a natural realism that County Invites Non-Profit Don’t ask which monsters and horrors * * * * * * * no stage illusion could have provided. collide as Jackman’s Van Helsing is dispatched Van Helsingelsing, rated PG-13, is a Universal When the soloists took their indi- by a secret religious order — a sort of precursor Pictures release directed by Stephen Sommers vidual bows, the audience showered Groups to Apply for Funds to the world-saving outfit that employs 007 — and stars Hugh Jackman, Kate Beckinsale each of them with enthusiastic and Groups to Apply for Funds to eliminate Dracula (Richard Roxburgh). and Richard Roxburgh. Running time: 132 ultimately standing ovations. Volpe COUNTY — The Union County are available. Rather, go for the short list. Inquire what evil minutes. took the final solo bow as the lead role. Board of Chosen Freeholders invites com- The Union County Arts Grant Pro- is excluded. That’s the beauty of not having to His portrayal of the rake apparently munity arts organizations, schools, librar- gram is administered by the Union bother about cohesiveness, continuity or good was so convincing that some members ies, health and social service agencies, and County Division of Cultural and Heri- sense of any sort in your filmmaking. Just ‘Festival of Harmony’ of the audience booed in disapproval. other non-profit organizations that wish tage Affairs, Department of Economic throw in everything. He took their rebuke in the spirit it to present cultural arts programs next year Development. The Division was desig- You’ve heard of Frankenstein Meets The To Tune In on Saturday to apply for funding through the Union nated a Major Arts Service Organization Wolf Man (1943) or Dracula Vs. Franken- AREA – The Fourth Annual A was intended, holding up his hands in stein (1971)? This one’s has them all for the mock defense and laughing. This re- County Arts Grant Program. The dead- by the New Jersey State Council on the Cappella Festival of Harmony, which line for proposals is Monday, June 28. Arts for the sixth consecutive year. Funds insatiable super-size era. Call it “Dracula will be hosted by the Rahway Valley action to the reprehensible conduct of Meets Frankenstein, Who Then in Turn the character yielded to more hearty “The purpose of the grant program is to for this program are made available Jerseyaires Chapter of the Society for enrich the quality of life in Union County through the Local Arts Program of the Meet the Wolf Man, with a Stop-Off at Dr. the Preservation and Encouragement and prolonged applause for the per- by stimulating and supporting produc- New Jersey State Council on the Arts, Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’s.” former, who richly deserved it. There may be others, and if their names of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in tion, presentation and understanding of Department of State, a partner agency of America, Inc, will be held on Saturday, the arts,” said Freeholder Chairman An- the National Endowment for the Arts. have been left out, my apologies. Don’t come get me. But filmmaker Sommers’ May 22, from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. at gel Estrada. “Arts activities taking place To request an application and guidelines Rahway High School, 1012 Madison between January 1, 2005 and December for the arts grant programs, or for informa- large-scale disaster is, due to our survival Fine Arts Show 31, 2005 are eligible for consideration.” tion on other cultural programs and ser- instinct, eventually numbing. You begin to Avenue in Rahway. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 The Arts Grant Program awards grants vices, contact the Union County Division block things out. The non-stop onslaught For more information and directions, ment Supervisor Dr. Linda King, to organizations that demonstrate a high of Cultural and Heritage Affairs, 633 Pearl of random inanities will do that to you. please call Hugh Devine at (609) 799- should take a hearty bow for all of their degree of professionalism in sponsoring Street, Elizabeth 07202, call (908) 558- You look at your watch and only 30 8170, Joe Weiss at (908) 486-5218, efforts and hard work, which obvi- or producing arts activities. Special Project 2550, e-mail [email protected]. Re- minutes have passed. “How am I going to Don Pennell at (973) 324-0957 or ously paid off. and General Operating Support grants lay users should dial 7-1-1. do this?” The exit sign beckons. But then Carolyn Schmidt at (908) 647-4363. Page 20 Thursday, May 20, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION INSIDE : ON THE BEAT, COFFEE WITH CONSCIENCE REVIEWS and POPCORN RATES VAN HELSING Varga’s ‘Footprints’ Carry Readers From Self-Doubt To Strength, Affirmation By MARYLOU MORANO 1990, Varga worked her way up from Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Assistant Editor to Assistant Director VVarietyariety WWasas SSpicepice ofof WWestfieldestfield WESTFIELD — A Westfield of Communications to Director of woman has chronicled her lifelong battle Communications in a firm whose name against disability and discrimination in she holds confidential. Eventually, she a recently released book entitled “Foot- became a successful communication PPublicublic SchoolSchool DDistrictistrict ArArtt SShohoww prints in the Sand: A Disabled Woman’s consultant. Inspiring Journey to Happiness.” “If I had a choice, I would not change By MICHELLE HELEN Le POIDEVIN and Kermit the Frog. media painting of a young man trac- Author Josie Varga has battled cere- the fact that I was born with cerebral Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Upperclassmen certainly made their ing his skin with blue paint, while bral palsy from birth. She has also palsy,” Varga continued. “My disability struggled with has made me rich, not in money, Michelle Helen Le Poidevin for The Leader/Times WESTFIELD – A giant pink fine arts teachers proud. staring in a mirror, also attracted hordes Christine Tolias, grade 8, oil painting. papier-mâché flamingo with sunglasses One of the stars of the show, Steve of students. Courtney Franko, another hearing loss and but in becoming the strong per- and a black bowtie watched over the Fromtling, drew eye-popping gasps Art 3 artist, exhibited a clever acrylic skin cancer. She son I am today. three-day 2004 Westfield Schools Dis- and admiration with his acrylic paint- in mustard and green tones, which hopes her book “Footprints in the Sand” chal- trict Art Show. The included a dunce cap, will inspire oth- lenges the reader to focus on the piece, which was crafted perched atop a class- ers to overcome positive side of life, no matter what by 17 eighth graders, was room chair. In the their personal it brings. Varga uses her bout with one of the highlights of background, a black- challenges. melanoma in 2000 after the birth the annual exhibition board read “2 + 2.” As a child, of her oldest daughter to illustrate held in the Westfield Art 4 student Kate Varga was often that it is not what High School (WHS) Re also gathered an ridiculed and happens to you, gymnasium last week. audience with her called stupid it is how you re- Mellow hits by musi- graphic, a drawing of because of her spond to what cians like Fleetwood Mac a teenage girl seated cerebral palsy. happens. “It was hard Photo by Dave Rossi “We need to supplied the mood for on her bedroom floor. Josie Varga one of the district’s most Staring straight at the to get past the take the negatives diverse shows, as students observer, Re made her stigma,” she told that life sends us and teachers trailed in be- audience wonder The Westfield Leader and The and turn them tween classes and breaks what thoughts were Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times, add- into positives,” to catch all of the action. streaming through the ing that she often felt sorry for her- she said. “I wrote In his morning address young woman’s mind. self as she was growing up, and tried ‘Footprints in the to students, WHS Prin- Upperclassmen also hard to get people to acknowledge Sand’ because I cipal Dr. Robert Petix displayed framed fab- her. want to inspire enthused that this year’s ric trimmed exquisitely “Back then, I thought I had to others to over- Michelle Helen Le Poidevin for The Leader/Times exhibit, which included make everyone like me, but today I come. Not only Courtney Franko, Art 3, acrylic. with colored seed beads Courtney Franko, Art 3, acrylic. works from students en- – a truly unique addi- know that it is impossible to satisfy the disabled community, but everyone everyone,” Varga clarified. “I am okay who reads my book. We all have our rolled in kindergarten Michelle Helen Le Poidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times tion to this year’s show. through 12th grade, was DREW ATTENTION…Steve Fromtling’s acrylic, pictured above, was Eighth grader and with that because the only person I weaknesses and strengths. Hopefully, my perhaps the best to date. one of the show’s most attention grabbing pieces due to its content, TR (Teddy Roosevelt) need to satisfy is me.” book will inspire others to concentrate on Using India ink and masterful technique and professional quality. Scholar Melanie Jack- As a graduate of Rowan University their strengths.” watercolor on Strathmore paper, WHS ings – one of which depicted “Beaver son created one of the most intricate and with a degree in communication and Varga is currently working on two students such as Jessica Bender, Kate Cleaver”-like parents entering their son’s well-conceived projects – a stenciled journalism, Varga faced discrimination additional inspirational books. She is seek- Geenberg, Willa Schaefer, and Lauren room after he overdosed on heroine. chess table with handcrafted ocean- in the workplace. Her bilateral high ing reader contributions for them. Simmons carried a floral theme in Fromtling’s provocative scene was laced themed chess pieces. While another TR and low frequency nerve deafness that For one project, “Up to the Chal- their pieces. The colors exploded off of with tell-tale images, such as drug para- Scholar and student at Roosevelt Inter- resulted from the cerebral palsy was lenge,” Varga is looking for heart-warm- the canvas, while the delicate ink lines phernalia, trophy-lined shelves, and ivy- mediate School, Christine Kandigan, often perceived by prospective employ- ing and inspiring stories from those whispered the students’ designs. league college banners. designed a red dance costume. ers to be a disadvantage. who have chosen to concentrate on Students in the Crafts classes of- Whether or not viewers are disturbed Near the end of the exhibition, Even Varga’s father discouraged her ability and not disability. More details fered an inviting pile of indigo blue by the subject matter Fromtling chose eighth grader Christine Tolias’ oil from setting her goals too high. about this book, as well as Varga’s other “It took me a long time to realize writing projects are available on her Michelle Helen Le Poidevin for The Leader/Times and white batik pillows; some mixed for this painting, the artist’s astounding painting of a woman and young girl Melanie Jackson, grade 8 and TR in were constructed from felt with professionalism, respect for his craft, was depicted in true Mary Cassatt that he was trying to protect me,” website, www.josievarga.com. Scholar, ocean theme chess set, hand- other hand-sewn felt embellishments. and meticulous attention to detail, are style. The youngster seemed to tip her Varga explained. Josie and her husband, John, have painted and handcrafted table and pieces. Emily Colvin, an Art 4 student, com- unquestionable. hat to Paul Cezanne and Paul Gaugin Over the years, Varga was able to trans- two pre-school age daughters, Lia manded the charcoal category with her Fromtling continued to dominate at- with her use of color and brush strokes. form the negativity she encountered into Josephine and Erica Ann. intense portrait of a young man’s face, tention with another acrylic – a self- Seventh and eighth graders paved the strength. The more people told her she Josie will be signing copies of “Foot- filled with perfect shading and texture. portrait, which glowed from behind the walkways for attendees with their papier- should not try to accomplish her goals, prints in the Sand: A Disabled Woman’s Nearby, Art 3 students offered up canvas with traces of the skeletal system. mâché Lifesavers containers and life- the more determined she became. Inspiring Journey to Happiness” on Sat- three-dimensional sculptures – some While difficult to photograph, seeing sized pineapples and watermelons. Other Prior to the passing of the Ameri- urday, May 22, at The Town Book Store Buddha-like figures. Mixed media the portrait up-close and personal was a seventh graders engaged in glass paint- cans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in in Westfield from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. sculptures took the form of everything riveting experience. The artist’s unique ing, mask-making and embroidery. from Homer Simpson, a devil, an presentation deserves highest praise. Sixth graders rocked in color pencil angel, Mickey Mouse, Freddy Krueger Art 3 student Philip Kim’s mixed drawing and name recognition projects involving calligraphy. Fifth graders, The Music Corner like Robert Bunting, proved to their With Brad Tinfow art teachers that they grasped the tech- niques involved in batik/watercolor resist painting. Introducing students to cartoon cel creation and animation paid off in a WSO’s Don Giovanni Far big way for fifth grade teachers. Two students mastered the art perfectly and proved that the Westfield Public Exceeded Expectations Schools art district should indeed con- By BRAD TINFOW tache gave him a commanding pres- sider itself a leader in arts education. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ence. His characterization of the leg- Fourth graders could have filled a WESTFIELD — Never having at- endary rake was top notch, as he was high-end department store with their tended a concert opera performance obviously very familiar with the role. Michelle Helen Le Poidevin for The Leader/Times selection of hand-sewn pouches. by the Westfield Symphony Orchestra His dark, edgy voice underscored the Kate Geenberg, Art 2, India ink, water- Finally, first grader Devin Kiernan (WSO), I expected an oratorio-style character’s insidious nature. Even when color on 40-pound Strathmore paper. was one of the best portrait artists in the presentation with singers holding he tried to sweetly woo Zerlina in “La ci bunch. The youngster only needed scores and acting out their roles using darem la mano”, the timbre of his voice crayon and pencil to bring the piece to mere facial expressions. betrayed his dishonorable intentions. life. And, for a group of kindergarteners, However, the WSO’s performance David Kravitz matched Volpe’s fine there was no “monkeying around” when of Don Giovanni on May 15 at the characterization with an adept portrayal it came to putting pencil to paper for a Presbyterian Church in Westfield was of his servant, Leporello. If not Volpe’s trio of little monkeys. nothing like that, much to my relief equal in pure vocal power, his voice was Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times TAMING KATE…Petruchio, portrayed by Roger Hayden, with his whip and The best part of this year’s show has and ultimate delight. pleasant, expressive, agile, and strong force, tries to subdue his new bride, Kate, played by Jean McCauley, in the to be the immense diversity in media. The WSO provided listeners with a throughout his range. The two worked Cranford Dramatic Club’s production of Kiss Me Kate, which runs through For example, students made this lot of information about the opera. very well together as master and servant Saturday, May 22. year especially unique by exhibiting Each received a plot synopsis and con- on the small stage, and Kravitz exploited paper pulp drawings, tooling foil and densed libretto. Some of the recitative the comedic elements of his part to the ink, amate painting, scratchboard, was in spoken English, and Maestro hilt. His two arias “Notte e giorno faticar” basket-weaving, assorted felt projects, David Wroe filled in the plot where he and “Madamina!” — both very well ceramics and CD cover art. had made cuts in the score. done — set the comedic tone for the rest Take the Stage During the exhibition, students were Working with a six-foot-wide por- of the evening. With Susan M. Dougherty also given the opportunity to act as tion of stage and Maestro Wroe behind Yunah Lee was in lovely voice as curators, under a special project initi- them, the singers were able to render Donna Elvira. Her singing and stage ated by teachers. The pupils worked at vivid characterizations through their manner depicted the overwrought na- Michelle Helen Le Poidevin for The Leader/Times CDC Delivers Porter’s an enthusiastic and feverish pace to gestures and movements, despite the Emily Colvin, Art 4, charcoal portrait. ture of the jilted lover, who still believed get the job done. space restrictions and lack of costume. the rake was redeemable. Her voice was The school district’s art instructors, Peter Volpe cut a dashing figure in at its best in the upper register, but was Classic Play With a Kiss as well as Westfield Fine Arts Depart- the title role. His tall, broad shouldered less full in the lower end of her range. By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY of last-minute preparations that take Continued on Page 19 physique, long locks, beard, and mus- Although this factor lessened the bite of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times place backstage before the curtain goes “Ah! chi mi dice mai”, in which she sings CRANFORD — “We open in up. The fanfare and flurry of activity of cutting Don Giovanni’s heart out, her Venice, then on to Verona” … or are the precursor of what actually delivery was still forceful enough to should we say then on to Cranford, happens on the stage of the fictitious convey the central emotion of the aria. where the Cranford Dramatic Club’s Fords Theater in Baltimore with “An- Brian Anderson was a stalwart Don (CDC) latest production, Kiss Me other Op’nin,’ Another Show.” Ottavio. His light lyric tenor was well Kate, will be featured through Sat- This specific acting troupe travels suited for this role, which has two solo urday, May 22. For Cole Porter fans, from town to town with their pro- arias requiring a refined technique this is a must see. duction of Shakespeare’s, Taming of and musicality. Anderson’s singing When a director sees the big pic- the Shrew. The play-within-a-play exemplified these qualities, especially ture in his or her mind, amazing framework mirrors the on and off in “Dalla sua pace”. His superb breath things can be produced on stage. stage feuds of the two leading players. control and tonal shading demon- That is what transpires with Direc- Both leads in CDC’s production strated a full command of his voice. tor Drude Roessler’s vision of the are first rate in acting, stage presence Kenneth Overton performed the roles Porter classic. Roessler brings 40 and voice. “Wunderbar” showcases of both Masetto and the Commendatore, years of teaching music and direct- the rich baritone of Roger Hayden and his resonant bass/baritone was very ing productions to this show. (Fred/Petruchio) and balances it effective in both. As Masetto, he seemed When first married, she and her against crystal clear soprano notes of very much the simple peasant newly- Michelle Helen Le Poidevin for The Leader/Times husband Charles played the leads, so wed. For his transition to Kate Re, Art 4, graphic. Jean McCauley (Lilli/Kate). Kiss Me Kate is an integral part of As the song ends, a lingering kiss at CONCERT NEARS…Frank Sullebarger and Ann Robinson, YFCS Trustees, and Commendatore, he wore a cape, strut- her personal history. the end denotes to the audience that Dick Rippe, President of the YFCS Board of Trustees, prepare for the May 22 ted across the stage with great flourish, See Page 19 for more While an exuberant band plays although Lilli professes that she has performance of the Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea. and adopted a more declamatory vocal photos of student art the overture, the audience is imme- moved on to love another man, she character and upright bearing. diately catapulted into the deep end still has deep feelings for her former Kathleen Magee had the sweet and from the district show of the theater experience with a glimpse husband, the man with a roving eye. St. Peter by the Sea Orchestra innocent sound that Zerlina requires. Just like many of Shakespeare’s works, For a light lyric soprano, she had a the musical’s twists and turns revolve remarkable consistency in vocal quality on mistaken identity and, in this par- Will Return to WF on May 22 throughout her entire range, and she ticular show, misdirected delivery of was always audible in ensemble due to WESTFIELD – The Reverend Tickets for the concert at $25 for the scintillating timbre of her voice. flowers. Fireworks go off when Lilli Alphonse Stephenson will bring his Or- general admission, $20 for senior citi- finds out that her wedding bouquet has Rachel Cobb was perfectly cast as chestra of St. Peter by the Sea back to zens over 65 years of age, and $10 for Donna Anna. Her mostly grief stricken been replicated and sent by her “ex” to Westfield for a concert to benefit Youth students 18 and under. Patron seating is Lois, the show’s second lead. arias contained the most genuine and and Family Counseling Service (YFCS) available for $60. For more information poignant emotions in the opera. The Lois (Karen Zilg) and Bill (Jeffrey this Saturday, May 22, at 8 p.m. at the and to purchase tickets, please call YFCS Fiorello) have their own lopsided Presbyterian Church in Westfield. at (908) 233-2042. sheer beauty of her voice would have love relationship despite Lois’ in- The ensemble plays a range of music. YFCS is an independent non-profit been satisfying enough, but her exquis- fatuation with every other man who The program for each concert is a com- agency serving residents in Berkeley ite phrasing and consistency of tone walks her way. “Always True to You bination of classical selections, seasonal Heights, Clark, Cranford, Garwood, and power from the top to bottom of her range placed her at a higher level. Continued on Page 19 pieces, “pops” favorites, operatic arias, Mountainside, Rahway, Scotch Plains and patriotic medleys. and Westfield. Continued on Page 19