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USPS 680020 Published Every Thursday OUR 111th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 40-111 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, June 14, 2001 Since 1890 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Alan M. Augustine Dies Following Long Illness By PAUL J. PEYTON member of the Scotch Plains And FRED ROSSI Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Township Council. For 10 years, he was a running Alan M. Augustine, a veteran mate with State Senator and now on the state, county and munici- Acting Governor Donald T. pal political landscape, lost a long DiFrancesco. The two also worked bout with cancer Monday morn- together when Mr. Augustine was ing at the Father Hudson House, a member of the council and Mr. a hospice facility in Elizabeth. DiFrancesco was Township At- He served in the Assembly from torney. December 1992 to March 31 of nd “New Jersey has lost an out- this year, representing the 22 standing legislator whose com- District, which includes passion, dedication and expertise Westfield, Scotch Plains, were respected well beyond the Fanwood and Mountainside. boundaries of Union County and Mr. Augustine was well-known the 22nd Legislative District,” the not only for his 20 plus years in Acting Governor said in a state- elected office but also for his ment issued by his office on Mon- witty sense of humor and for his day. sense of compassion for others. “Alan showed a genuine con- Legislative Aide Joanne Ward, cern for people and demonstrated who worked for Mr. Augustine his sincerity in many ways, in- for five years, commented that cluding his attendance at just about she “admired and respected As- every community and political semblyman Augustine greatly.” David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader event to which he was invited,” Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader “His favorite quote from the HE MADE A DIFFERENCE...Assemblyman Mr. DiFrancesco stated. Bible was, ‘May you come upon Alan M. Augustine attended the “Make A Dif- ALL THE WORLD LOVES A CLOWN...On Saturday, children greeted a colorful clown who came to celebrate the ference Day Walkathon,” sponsored by the His other running mate, As- official grand opening of The Town Bank of Westfield at 44 Elm Street. Mayor Gregory S. McDermott cut the ribbon to me when I am doing good’. And semblyman Richard H. Bagger, signify the opening of the business. During the festivities, the bank granted a donation to the Westfield/Mountainside he was a man who could always DECA Chapter of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School in October 1996. A champion for stu- commented that, “Alan was abso- chapter of the American Red Cross. The funds will be used to purchase new mannequins for CPR training. be found doing good,” Ms. Ward dents’ issues, Mr. Augustine enacted legisla- lutely dedicated to public service. stated. tion for their safety and well-being. He was in political service for all His Chief Legislative Aide for the right reasons.” seven years, Nancy Malool, said Westfield resident Pamela S. Citizen Parking Committee Expected Mr. Augustine was not a typical boss; from the Assembly, his seat was filled McClure noted that Mr. Augustine by Tom Kean, Jr. he was a friend who was available day “worked for the underdog,” ranging or night. “He was always there for me; “Alan represents the highest ideal from his law requiring helmets for always caring.” She said he repre- for public service that I’ve seen in a children when riding scooters to his To Complete Report By End of Month long, long time,” Mr. Kean said, not- sented the “epitome of a good person.” wheelchair lemon law which pro- By PAUL J. PEYTON ing that Mr. Augustine was always deck of between 600 and 800 spaces, Diddell of Elm Street, an engineer in She said Mr. Augustine was one of tects consumers when buying motor- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader with a cost ranging from $8.7 mil- the construction business and staunch her biggest supporters when she opted interested in “making a difference in ized wheelchairs to his lemon law A citizens advisory parking com- people’s lives.” lion to $11.5 million. opponent of a deck at Elm and Pros- to begin law school a few years ago. for cat and dog purchases. mittee, consisting of individuals both “He will be sorely missed in Tren- “People think this (a deck) is a pect, and retired Union County traf- “There will never be anyone like He served on the Union County in favor and opposed to a downtown done deal,” the Mayor stated. “Cer- fic engineer Walt Gardiner of Scotch him again,” she added. “He was one ton,” he added. Board of Chosen Freeholders from parking deck, is expected to com- Mr. Augustine was also well- tain people may think that this (the Plains Avenue. of a kind.” 1982 to 1987 and from 1991 to 1992. plete its discussions by the end of the known for the 20 years he spent as a committee) is strictly a delay tactic. Also on the committee are Floral Upon Mr. Augustine’s retirement Mr. Augustine served as Chairman in month. But I don’t think I’ve ever been given Court resident Bruce Long, a traffic 1987 and Vice Chairman in 1982 and The group was organized by Mayor the answers that I wanted to get and consultant; chemical engineer Jim 1986. Gregory S. McDermott, who said he these people are going to do that for Boyes of Ferris Place, an opponent The one person who may have wanted to get some answers on me.” of an Elm and Prospect deck; Joseph known him best during his Free- Westfield’s parking woes as the town Andy Cataldo, an attorney and Elm Spector of Prospect Street, owner of holder years was his secretary at the slowly moves forward on enhancing Street resident, heads up the 12-mem- The Leader Store and former Down- time, Mary Krech. parking in town. ber committee which has been meet- town Westfield Corporation Chair- “He was a genuinely kind indi- The committee’s discussions are ing Wednesday nights and Saturday man; DWC Executive Director vidual,” said Ms. Krech, who said continuing as the town moves ahead mornings since early May. Sherry Cronin; Westfield Planning Mr. Augustine especially enjoyed with a number of parking strategies. Mr. Cataldo is joined by Jay Board Chairman Robert L. Newell county projects that involved chil- including the search for a firm to run Troutman, a professional traffic en- of Clark Street; Westfield Area Cham- dren, senior citizens and the mental a valet parking system out of the gineer; Joe Malley, a New York City ber of Commerce Executive Direc- health community. “He was always a South Avenue train station lot and a banker who resides on Roosevelt tor Debbie Schmidt, and Bill champion for those who couldn’t possible commuter jitney. Avenue; Boulevard resident Charlie Reinhardt of Harrison Avenue, a help themselves,” she said, noting Last summer, the council agreed Weidman, who has expertise in the member of previous parking com- that Mr. Augustine’s door was al- to lots 1 and 8 at Elm and Prospect finance area and is an opponent of a mittees who has expertise in munici- ways open to people of both political Streets as the location for a parking South Avenue parking deck; Eric CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 parties. “He never played politics with people. He was a non-partisan repre- sentative,” she remarked. She men- Parking Mgr. Expected to Be Named tioned that Mr. Augustine ironically died at the Father Hudson House in Elizabeth, which he helped to get off Tuesday Night By Westfield Council the ground through a grant issued by By PAUL J. PEYTON the freeholder board in the 1980s. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Avenues. included in the town’s ordinance re- Mr. Shannon noted that residents stricting such practices. One firm Mr. Augustine was named to the The town’s search for a parking State Assembly in December 1992 to have complained of poor visibility reportedly begins pickups as early as manager is expected to end with the when trying to negotiate turns onto 2 a.m. replace Bob Franks upon Mr. Franks’ hiring of a successful candidate by election to Congress and was elected Broad Street. That ordinance, adopted in 1993, the town’s governing body this Tues- Laws and Rules Committee Chair- was overturned by a Superior Court to four additional terms. As an As- day, June 19. semblyman he sponsored 26 laws, man Carl A. Salisbury, who repre- judge after a few disposal companies Westfield Town Administrator sents the First Ward, announced that went to court to challenge the re- including a recent law to create a Thomas B. Shannon told Mayor Gre- three-year statute of limitations on the committee would soon take up striction. The judge determined that gory S. McDermott and the Town the issue of start times for trash haul- only the state has jurisdiction over the collection of fines on unpaid Council at Tuesday’s conference parking tickets. ers operating in town. such matters. meeting that he interviewed the six A new state law, sponsored by Mr. Salsibury said the committee He sponsored another bill that cre- semifinalists for the newly-created ated a task force charged with assess- Assemblyman Richard H. Bagger will look into reviving the town stat- position this week and will interview of Westfield, enables towns which ute through introduction of an up- ing the risks that drivers incur while the two or three finalists tonight. Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader their attention is diverted by cellular do not contract for residential dis- dated ordinance. WAITING TO DANCE…Mary Theresa Margiotta, 11, of Berkeley Heights He recommended that the council posal service to restrict pickup On another matter, the council waits quietly with the Deirdre Shea Dance Troupe before performing for the phones and other distractions. meet in private session at 7:30 p.m. crowds at the Friends of Mindowaskin Park Party held last weekend. The event In an effort aimed at preventing hours. opted to adhere to the town’s restric- this Tuesday night, prior to its regu- Mr. Salisbury handed out surveys tion of the number of used car lots is an annual celebration of a park considered a jewel of Westfield. Entertain- the spread of AIDS and other dis- lar meeting, at which time a recom- ment, games, and crafts were part of this fun-filled day for the community. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 of pickup hours of haulers which allowed to operate in town, which is mended candidate by Mr. Shannon indicates that four firms begin col- a maximum of nine. Two businesses will meet with the mayor and coun- lections in residential neighborhoods had requested permits to operate used cil. prior to the town’s 6 a.m. startup as car lots. “So that (the selection process) is E’Town Water Company Warns a fairly fast tract approach,” Mr. Sh- annon stated. Forty-three persons responded to Of Unsolicited Water Testing Kits advertisements placed by the town through Jersey Professional Manage- ment, based in Cranford. Out of that By DEBORAH MADISON ter spokeswoman Erin Reilly, the this is the only purpose of the test Specially Written for The Westfield Leader number, eight candidates were con- water testing kits are not approved kits, the questionnaire forms state Elizabethtown Water Company has by the water company and “the re- tacted and given detailed question- that Aqua Technologies is not affili- naires to complete. Six persons com- issued a warning to customers about sults may not be valid.” ated in any way with Elizabethtown unsolicited water testing kits being “This (Aqua Technologies) com- pleted the form, with the other two Water, Mr. Gray reported. declining to be considered for the distributed to area residents. pany may be trying to sell water “We sell conditioners and filters, The kits are being delivered door- softeners or filters,” Ms. Reilly ex- position. which take out the minerals so that The salary range for the parking to-door by Aqua Technologies of plained. customers can get their clothes Clark, a local distributor for Rain Aqua Technologies spokesman Bill director is $65,000 to $80,000. The cleaner using less detergent,” Mr. person will manage Westfield’s Soft, an international water soften- Gray told The Westfield Leader that Gray said. “We never implied that ing company based in Illinois. the kits analyze the water samples 2,300-space parking system, which this was a health issue.” will rise to 3,000 under plans for a The kits also contain a question- for hardness. The mineral deposits in According to Ms. Reilly, naire asking customers about the the water make it hard, which can downtown parking deck, according Elizabethtown Water tests the water to a classified advertisement pub- quality of their tap water. make laundry detergents less effec- daily to insure that it meets state and Residents are instructed to fill a tive, Mr. Gray said. He also admitted lished in The Westfield Leader on federal standards for safety. Cus- April 12. The town’s annual parking small test tube with tap water and that the questionnaires and forms tomers received a copy of the return it to Aqua Technologies for included in the kit do not indicate revenue is currently in the $2 million company’s 2001 Water Quality An- range. analysis, along with the questionnaire. that this is the reason for the test. nual Report with their most recent According to Elizabethtown Wa- Although it does not indicate that On another parking related is- water bill. sue, an ordinance will be included Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader INDEX Officials at the water company A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC…Last Thursday evening, Harry Marks took center in the agenda this Tuesday night to stage with the Westfield Community Band upon the gazebo in Mindowaskin A&E...... Page 20 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 7 caution residents not to answer per- prohibit parking 50 feet on either sonal questions without knowing how Park in Westfield. The concert, which was sponsored by the Westfield Recre- Business ...... Page 16 Education...... Page 9 Social ...... Page 6 side of East Broad Street at the ation Commission, kicked off the Summer Concert Series, which features the Classifieds...... Page 15 Obituary ...... Page 8 Sports ...... Page 11 the information will be used. entrances to Linden and Jefferson ensemble. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, June 14, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Brown University Notes Alan M. Augustine Dies Names of Area Graduates WESTFIELD – Brown University and Mrs. Frederick Ball of Westfield, Following Long Illness in Providence, R.I. has revealed that received her Bachelor of Arts De- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Westfield residents Thomas Kian gree in Anthropology and Visual eases, Mr. Augustine crafted a safe Westfield said as a Union County Reagan, Katherine Adams Ball and Arts. needle bill. As a legislator, he crafted Freeholder, Mr. Augustine “really Joanna Lynn McGonigle, and Joanna, the daughter of Mr. and one of the first policies addressing dedicated himself to the taxpayers.” Mountainside resident Kristin Eliza- Mrs. Daniel McGonigle of Westfield, identity theft in the nation, accord- He said Mr. Augustine always wanted beth Chabala received their Bach- earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree ing to Union County Prosecutor Tho- elor of Arts Degrees during Brown’s in Human Biology. to be a state representative and was 233rd Commencement on Monday, Kristin, the daughter of Dr. and mas V. Manahan. persistent until he achieved this goal May 28. Mrs. John C. Chabala of The prosecutor said that piece of in 1992. Thomas, the son of Mark E. Reagan Mountainside, received her Bach- legislation followed a symposium “He was great for constituent ser- of Westfield and Madeline S. Reagan elor of Arts Degree in Psychology. on identity theft that took place in vices,” Mr. McDermott stated, not- of Westfield, earned his Bachelor of For the past two years, Kristin was 1998. “Alan was just a wonderful ing the former Assemblyman worked Arts Degree in Business Economics the musical director for the Higher human being,” Mr. Manahan said. hard to find a solution through legis- and History. Keys, Brown’s oldest co-educational “It’s a tremendous loss. What a lative services or administratively to Katherine, the daughter of Mr. a cappella group. DIVERSE CAREER DAY…Edison Intermediate School in Westfield held its wonderful, wonderful man,” said solve problems faced by constitu- fourth annual Career Awareness Program recently with over 45 professionals Robert O’Leary of the prosecutor’s ents. who made classroom presentations to the sixth, seventh and eighth graders. A office. He explained that Mr. Augus- “Everybody loved Alan,” he said. wide array of professions was represented, including research scientists, writ- WHS Spanish Language Pupils tine had been a longtime supporter Funeral services and burial were ers, athletic trainers, pilots, surgeons and others. Animal trainer Kim Krafsky shows her latest project, a young fawn, to Edison School Principal Cheryl of law enforcement. private. A memorial service will be O’Brien and Career Day Coordinator Gloria White-James, a guidance counse- Excel During National Exam Mr. Augustine served as mayor in held Sunday, June 24, at 2 p.m. at lor at the school. 1979, 1991 and 1996. The Presbyterian Church in WESTFIELD – Chairwoman of 4th Honorable Mention; Maureen the Department of Foreign Lan- Cooke, 5th Honorable Mention and Scotch Plains Township Manager Westfield. Memorial donations may guages at Westfield High School Elizabeth Perrella, 6th Honorable Thomas E. Atkins told The Westfield be sent to The Center For Hope Hos- WESTFIELD (WHS), Dr. Suzanne Jacobus, an- Mention. Leader that the words “integrity and pice in Linden. POLICE BLOTTER nounced that Spanish language stu- Spanish 5: Victoria Mc Cabe, 7th honesty come to mind” when think- dents at WHS have been awarded the Honorable Mention. ing of Mr. Augustine. TUESDAY, JUNE 5 closed amount of cash, as well as gold following recognition by the New “I always told him that the one Mayor’s • A resident of Genesee Trail re- coins and personal papers, was removed Jersey Association of Teachers of Westfielder Craig Hein thing he should do is give seminars ported the theft of several pieces of from the premises. Spanish and Portuguese. to elected officials on ethics in gov- jewelry, including a ring, a watch and a MONDAY, JUNE 11 Forty-four WHS students took the Earns Bachelor’s Degree • ernment,” Mr. Atkins said. “If any- Committee necklace, altogether valued at about Joseph Liana, 21, of Middlesex and National Spanish Examination. In WESTFIELD – Craig Hein, the thing gave the slightest appearance $6,000. There were no signs of forced Joseph Shalley, 20, of Colonia were ar- New Jersey, approximately 1,800 stu- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 entry, police said. rested at East Broad Street and Mountain dents took the exam. In the United son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hein of of conflict, he wouldn’t touch it.” He pal funding. THURSDAY, JUNE 7 Avenue and charged with disturbing the Westfield, was awarded a Bachelor said Mr. Augustine was also “a strong “We have people from the north • States, approximately 73,642 took Police received a report that a fence peace for allegedly fighting in public. Shalley the exam. of Fine Arts Degree during ceremo- supporter of professionalism in gov- side and the south side. We have resi- was damaged at a paint store on South was additionally charged with driving while nies held at Avery Fisher Hall in ernment at the local, county and dents, we have professionals, we have Avenue. intoxicated. Both were released on their The rankings follow: Spanish 2: Amanda Glickman, 2nd Lincoln Center by New York’s School state levels.” the downtown represented. We have SATURDAY, JUNE 9 own recognizance to a responsible party. people who served on other boards,” • Margaret Curlik-Blendolf, 54, of • Police received a report from Honorable Mention and Jeremy Mac of Visual Arts. Mr. Atkins noted that Mr. Augus- Jefferson Elementary School on Boule- Kechnie, 6th Honorable Mention. the Mayor explained. “I can’t tell what Westfield was arrested in the 300 block of A 1997 graduate of Westfield High tine, as a member of the council in their party affiliation is. It is not im- Roanoke Road and charged with driving vard that a window was broken on the Spanish 3: Eileen Gessner, 2nd School, Craig has exhibited his work 1980, had backed Mr. Atkins’ ap- while intoxicated and with refusal to submit Landsdowne Avenue side of the building. Honorable Mention; Christina Mc portant for me to know that.” to a breath test. She was issued a summons at galleries in New York and will pointment as Township Manager. Mayor McDermott, who attends Cabe, 5th Honorable Mention; Gil continue his studies for a Master of “Even after he left local govern- Saturday sessions to detail what and released on her own recognizance. Arbitsman, 6th Honorable Mention • A Westfield resident reported that Leigh Ivan to Attend Fine Arts Degree at the School of ment, I continued to work with him progress the town is making on park- his motor vehicle was damaged through and Orlee Maimon, 6th Honorable ing and to learn the committee’s Mention. Visual Arts this fall. as a Freeholder, Freeholder Chair- an act of criminal mischief while it was Leaders Conference man and Assemblyman,” he said. progress, said the committee is non- parked in the lot of a South Avenue Spanish 4: Katherine McGuiness, political by choice so that the group pizzeria. Authorities said all four tires on WESTFIELD – Leigh Ivan of 3rd Place; Michael Quintanilla, 2nd Gregory Ian Sherman “He was a real gentleman and one can have a good dialogue that results the vehicle were slashed and the hood of Westfield has been selected to attend Honorable Mention; Alvaro Guerra, of my favorite people. The causes he in an unbiased report. the vehicle was scratched and punctured. the National Young Leaders Confer- Graduates Phillips championed were not for big busi- “I did not bring it (the committee) SUNDAY, JUNE 10 ence from Sunday, June 17, to WESTFIELD – Gregory Ian ness or big political contributors, but up to anyone on the council because • Jeffrey Rezza, 27, of Scotch Plains Wednesday, June 27, in Washington, Sherman of Westfield, the son of Dr. my philosophy was, if it doesn’t work, was arrested at Wychwood Road and D.C. for people with problems,” the Town- Deck Opponents Richard A. Sherman and Dr. Marcella ship Manager said. And, Mr. Atkins this could be viewed as just another Kimball Avenue and charged with driv- Leigh, who will be a senior next committee that is really not neces- ing under the influence. He was subse- fall at Wardlaw-Hartridge School in S. Bernson, was one of 300 Phillips said, “he loved Scotch Plains. He Academy seniors to graduate on sary,” the Mayor said in explaining quently released to a responsible party. Edison, will be among 350 outstand- To Hold Rally was our biggest cheerleader.” • Sunday, June 3, in the school’s 223rd why he created the committee with- An Evergreen Court resident re- ing National Scholars from around Former Scotch Plains Mayor Gabe out the knowledge of council mem- ported that his house was forcibly en- Commencement Ceremony. the country to attend the conference. This Saturday Spera, who served on the Township bers. tered and that a safe containing an undis- WESTFIELD — Opponents Gregory rowed on the Varsity Crew. He served as President of the Council with Mr. Augustine in the The council first learned of the com- of a parking deck at Elm and early 1980s, also recalled Mr. Au- mittee at a special meeting of the Prospect Streets in Westfield will A.D.A.A.C. and Business Manager governing body that was held with hold a “rally to dump the Elm of WPAA, 91.7 F.M. gustine as “probably the most hon- Rich And Associates, the town’s park- Street deck” on Saturday, June He plans to attend Yale University est, decent and ethical individual ing consultant, in May. 23, at 10 a.m. on Elm Street near in the fall. you will meet. He dedicated his life The six criteria on which the com- Trader Joe’s, rain or shine. to helping people and was a role mittee was asked to report are size, location, traffic and safety issues, cost “Worried about the impact of Dr. Bottorff Receives model for all of us in politics.” the parking deck at Elm and Pros- Mr. Spera, who called Mr. Augus- and aesthetics of a parking deck. pect Streets? Concerned about Doctor of Osteopathic Med. tine “the most popular person in Committee members have done ev- the safety of our children? erything from counting the number of WESTFIELD – Dr. Adam Brown Scotch Plains,” said he plans to form used and unused spaces in the down- Troubled about increased traffic Bottorff has completed the Doctor of a committee to raise funds for a town to visiting with staff at NJ Tran- and pollution? Object to spend- monument to Mr. Augustine that will sit for answers to particular questions ing $12,000,000?,” a statement Osteopathic Medicine Degree as a member of the second graduating hopefully be placed on the Village they posed on Westfield’s parking issued by rally organizers asked capacity issues. members of the community. class of the Arizona College of Os- Green at the corner of Park Avenue and Front Street. Mr. Cataldo had approached the “Join together with residents and teopathic Medicine (AZCOM) at Mayor with the idea for a citizens’ families in a rally to let the Mayor Midwestern University in Glendale, Mr. Spera noted that Mr. August- committee to address parking issues – and Town Council know that we Ariz. An official graduation cer- ine, as mayor, had originated a pro- a concept which the Mayor said he are united in our concerns,” the emony and conferring of degrees gram called “The Listening Post,” in had also been contemplating when statement continued. Parents are took place in Glendale on Sunday, which the mayor and council mem- Mr. Cataldo made his recommenda- encouraged to bring their children, May 27. bers were available to speak with tion. The Mayor, in turn, said he babies and strollers. residents on Saturdays at the Mu- wanted the committee to include both Dr. Bottorff is the son of Mr. and sides of the parking deck issue, to For more information, please nicipal Building. call Julie Diddell at (908) 232- Mrs. Dan Bottorff. After graduating ensure everyone is part of the input. “Anyone who ever came to a coun- 9376, Cathy Dudley at (908) 232- from Westfield High School in 1990, Mayor McDermott said he does not 2942, Jim Boyes at (908) 232- he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree cil meeting always had Alan’s ear. believe the town can resolve parking 5716, or Lynne Barner at (908) from Rutgers University in 1995. He He’s going to be sorely missed in woes of commuters, employees and 232-6037. will be completing his internship at Scotch Plains,” he said. shoppers all at once, thus the town Freeholder Linda d. Stender served must decide which problem it wants St. Francis Hospital in Jersey City. to resolve first, including the location as a Fanwood Councilwoman at the for a deck, to accomplish this feat. 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USPS 485200 Published OUR 43RD YEAR – ISSUE NO. 24-43 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, June 14, 2001 Every Thursday (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Council Expected To Support Plan Alan M. Augustine Dies For Fanwood Block By SUZETTE F. STALKER Specially Written for The Times Following Long Illness In the next step toward anticipated revitalization of a 6.5-acre block of By PAUL J. PEYTON who could always be found downtown property, Fanwood’s gov- and FRED ROSSI Specially Written for The Times doing good,” Ms. Ward stated. erning body is expected to approve a His Chief Legislative Aide resolution tonight accepting a recent Alan M. Augustine, a veteran on for seven years, Nancy Malool, recommendation by the Planning the state, county and municipal po- said Mr. Augustine was not a Board that the block be designated as litical landscape, lost a long bout typical boss; he was a friend an area in need of redevelopment. with cancer Monday morning at the who was available day or night. The property, bordered by South, Father Hudson House, a hospice fa- “He was always there for me; Martine and LaGrande Avenues and cility in Elizabeth. always caring.” She said he by Second Street, is made up of 24 He served in the Assembly from represented the “epitome of a individual tax lots representing a December 1992 to March 31 of this nd good person.” variety of commercial uses, includ- year, representing the 22 District, She said Mr. Augustine was ing retail, office, warehouse and light which includes Westfield, Scotch one of her biggest supporters industrial. Plains, Fanwood and Mountainside. when she opted to begin law On the southwestern corner of the Mr. Augustine was well-known not school a few years ago. block is the Dean Oil site, spanning only for his 20 plus years in elected “There will never be anyone four lots, which has remained vacant office but also for his witty sense of like him again,” she added. for more than a decade. Redevelop- humor and for his sense of compas- “He was one of a kind.” ment of the property has been de- sion for others. Upon Mr. Augustine’s re- layed because of concerns over soil Legislative Aide Joanne Ward, who tirement from the Assembly, and groundwater contamination worked for Mr. Augustine for five his seat was filled by Tom there. years, commented that she “admired Kean, Jr. During a May 16 special meeting and respected Assemblyman Augus- “Alan represents the highest of the Fanwood Planning Board, Ri- Cheri Rogowsky for The Times tine greatly.” CLASSY CLASSIC…George Gribas showed off his yellow 1952 Club Coupe ideal for public service that chard Preiss presented a report out- “His favorite quote from the Bible I’ve seen in a long, long time,” Ford during the Annual Classic Car Show and Craft Fair, sponsored by the was, ‘May you come upon me when lining the findings of a study of the Scotch Plains Business and Professional Association. Mr. Kean said, noting that Mr. block which was performed earlier I am doing good’. And he was a man Augustine was always inter- this year by his planning and real ested in “making a difference estate consultant firm, Abeles Phillips in people’s lives.” David B. Corbin for The Times Preiss and Shapiro, on behalf of “He will be sorely missed in HE MADE A DIFFERENCE...Assemblyman Mayor Louis C. Jung and the Bor- E’Town Water Company Warns Trenton,” he added. Alan M. Augustine attended the “Make A ough Council. Mr. Augustine was also well- Difference Day Walkathon,” sponsored by the The comprehensive study, Mr. known for the 20 years he DECA Chapter of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Preiss explained last month, was done School in October 1996. A champion for stu- Of Unsolicited Water Testing Kits spent as a member of the dents’ issues, Mr. Augustine enacted legisla- to determine whether the block – Scotch Plains Township Coun- tion for their safety and well-being. located in the heart of Fanwood’s By DEBORAH MADISON water testing kits are not approved that Aqua Technologies is not affili- cil. Specially Written for The Times downtown – met the criteria for des- by the water company and “the re- ated in any way with Elizabethtown For 10 years, he was a running office on Monday. ignation as an area in need of rede- Elizabethtown Water Company has sults may not be valid.” Water, Mr. Gray reported. mate with State Senator and now “Alan showed a genuine concern velopment under New Jersey’s Local issued a warning to customers about “This (Aqua Technologies) com- “We sell conditioners and filters, Acting Governor Donald T. for people and demonstrated his sin- Redevelopment and Housing Law, unsolicited water testing kits being pany may be trying to sell water which take out the minerals so that DiFrancesco. The two also worked cerity in many ways, including his which was passed in 1992. distributed to area residents. softeners or filters,” Ms. Reilly ex- customers can get their clothes together when Mr. Augustine was a attendance at just about every com- Although the study found certain The kits are being delivered door- plained. cleaner using less detergent,” Mr. member of the council and Mr. munity and political event to which properties, particularly retail busi- to-door by Aqua Technologies of Aqua Technologies spokesman Bill Gray said. “We never implied that DiFrancesco was Township Attor- he was invited,” Mr. DiFrancesco nesses along Martine Avenue, to be Clark, a local distributor for Rain Gray told The Times of Scotch Plains- this was a health issue.” ney. stated. in relatively good condition, Mr. Soft, an international water soften- “New Jersey has lost an outstand- His other running mate, Assem- Preiss stated other buildings on the Fanwood that the kits analyze the According to Ms. Reilly, ing company based in Illinois. water samples for hardness. The min- Elizabethtown Water tests the water ing legislator whose compassion, blyman Richard H. Bagger, com- block showed signs of physical dete- The kits also contain a question- dedication and expertise were re- mented that, “Alan was absolutely rioration. In addition, he described eral deposits in the water make it daily to insure that it meets state and naire asking customers about the hard, which can make laundry deter- federal standards for safety. Cus- spected well beyond the boundaries dedicated to public service. He was several lots as currently being vacant quality of their tap water. of Union County and the 22nd Leg- in political service for all the right or “underutilized.” gents less effective, Mr. Gray said. tomers received a copy of the Residents are instructed to fill a He also admitted that the question- company’s 2001 Water Quality An- islative District,” the Acting Gover- reasons.” Because all but seven of the 24 lots small test tube with tap water and nor said in a statement issued by his CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 on the block met at least one of the naires and forms included in the kit nual Report with their most recent state’s criteria, according to the plan- return it to Aqua Technologies for do not indicate that this is the reason water bill. ner, the report recommended all the analysis, along with the question- for the test. Officials at the water company properties there be included within naire. Although it does not indicate that caution residents not to answer per- Technology Plan Not the proposed redevelopment area. According to Elizabethtown Wa- this is the only purpose of the test sonal questions without knowing how As Mr. Preiss explained at the Plan- ter spokeswoman Erin Reilly, the kits, the questionnaire forms state the information will be used. ning Board’s May meeting, desig- Just Another Checklist nating the block as an area in need of redevelopment would enable the governing body to take a more “pro- active” approach in tackling devel- On State’s Mandates opment problems on the block. He said it would also facilitate a By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN When it comes to achieving these Specially Written for The Times goals, everyone involved in the public-private partnership that would The proposed 2001-2004 Technol- allow officials to create a redevelop- schools — from the superintendent ogy Plan for the Scotch Plains- to curriculum supervisors to teach- ment plan for the area that would Fanwood Schools, which was pre- reflect the goals of the borough’s ers to special services to the commu- sented to the Board of Education nity school/grants writer to parents Master Plan which could then be June 7, is “not just a checklist of what implemented by the private sector. and other community groups — has the state wants,” said Superintendent a role to play. The proposed redevelopment plan, of Schools Dr. Carol B. Choye. Mr. Preiss noted last month, would Board member Pat Hoynes- The 35-page document was pre- O’Connor asked who would be re- encourage private redevelopment pared by Joanne Arvay, Network Ad- and/or rehabilitation efforts by exist- sponsible for developing a plan to ministrator/Technology Coordinator; assess how student learning is im- ing property owners, as well as “infill Jonathan Greenberg, Technology retail development” to close existing proved through the use of technol- Support Specialist; and Kathleen ogy. Ms. Arvay explained assess- gaps, plus second-story additions for Meyer, Public Information Coordi- offices and affordable apartments, ment would be spearheaded by prin- nator. Lending his support and coun- cipals at individual sites. among other goals. sel to the project was Jeffrey L. Ross, Some business owners along the To board member Craig Nowlin’s outgoing Principal of Brunner El- question about the affordability of block have expressed concern that ementary School and former Direc- redevelopment area status could lead the plan, Ms. Arvay replied, “Much tor of Instructional Technologies for of it (the plan) is using what we have to certain establishments being up- the district. rooted from their current locations. in place better.” According to Mrs. Meyer, the fo- The board is scheduled to vote on Mr. Preiss stated at the Planning cus throughout the preparation of the Board meeting that while the pro- the proposal at its Tuesday, June 19, report was: how is it going to affect meeting. posed redevelopment plan is expected Cheri Rogowsky for The Times our students, and what difference to give borough officials power of RETURNING TO ST. BART’S…Acting Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco of Scotch Plains, far right, took a trip back In other business, the board re- in time on Friday when he returned to his alma mater, St. Bartholomew’s Interparochial School for its eighth grade will this plan make? ceived a 126-page report from repre- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 graduation ceremony. The draft proposal outlines six sentatives of the Local Government goals: Budget Review division of the New •All students and teachers will Jersey Department of the Treasury. have access to information technol- The budget review is a service avail- Ray Pardon Prepares to Pass Leadership ogy in their classrooms, schools, able to municipalities and school communities and homes. districts upon request. It represents a •All teachers will use technology year’s worth of information gather- effectively to help students achieve ing within the school district. Of Business Group to New President in 2002 high academic standards as set forth Overall, said Budget Review Di- in the New Jersey Core Curriculum rector Robert J. Mahon, Scotch By FRED ROSSI as SPBPA President next spring. the current Downtown Task Force. and the Holiday Celebration that is Specially Written for The Times Content Standards. Plains-Fanwood is a “successful and “It’s time for new ideas and new “One of the things the group held on a Sunday in December. •All students will have technol- The Scotch Plains Business and approaches,” he told The Times of thought was needed was a business “We also gave some new life to well-run district.” ogy and information literacy skills. That being said, the report identi- Professional Association (SPBPA) Scotch Plains-Fanwood in explain- association,” Mr. Pardon said. “And Scotch Plains Day,” Mr. Pardon said. •Research and evaluation will im- has come a long way in the nearly ing his reasons for his decision. “My since I was the new kid on the block, SPBPA has also worked on various fies over $754,000 in savings that prove the next generation of technol- could be achieved: $450,000 of that seven years since it was formed. goal has always been to foster posi- I was given the task of getting it projects with the DECA marketing ogy applications for teaching and Ray Pardon, who has headed the tive changes. Lately, instead of fos- done.” club at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High are related to negotiated (contrac- learning. tual) changes. Areas for potential organization since its inception, re- tering change, I feel like I’m holding Things started moving after the School. The business association’s •Digital content and networked members that the group’s first meet- it back.” group’s initial meeting. At its second scholarship fund, now in its fourth savings include: administration, tech- applications will transform teaching nology, instruction, business office ing in the summer of 1994 was at- SPBPA was started seven years meeting in the early fall of 1994, Mr. year, awarded $5,000 in scholarships and learning. tended by nine individuals repre- ago, Mr. Pardon said, “because there Pardon said, “we re-instituted the this year. And two years ago, the operations, insurance, facilities and •Technology will be used to in- operations, transportation and col- senting four businesses. Today, with was not any business organization in Halloween window painting contest,” organization started up its own Web crease the efficiency and effective- SPBPA boasting about 175 mem- Scotch Plains.” He had just opened a tradition that continues today. site, www.visitscotchplains.com, lective bargaining issues. ness of the administrative and com- Mr. Mahon acknowledged his bers, the group started by Mr. Pardon his Nuts ‘N Plenty shop on Park “From there, it kept growing.” Under which touts not only local business munication functions in the district. can claim some success as he begins Avenue in the downtown business Mr. Pardon’s leadership, SPBPA be- community but the entire commu- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 his final year at the helm. district, he recalled, and had been gan sponsoring the annual Classic nity in general. INDEX At the organization’s annual spring appointed to a large advisory group Car Show, the latest of which was Mr. Pardon feels SPBPA’s biggest A&E...... Page 20 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 7 dinner-dance last month, Mr. Pardon of local business owners and govern- held last Sunday, as well as the accomplishment is the fact that it Business ...... Page 16 Education ...... Page 9 Social ...... Page 6 ment officials —the predecessor to Farmer’s Market during the summer said he would not seek another term CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Classifieds..... Page 15 Obituary ...... Page 8 Sports ...... Page 11 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, June 14, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SCOTCH PLAINS Alan M. Augustine Dies POLICE BLOTTER Fanwood Following Long Illness TUESDAY, JUNE 5 Block •A Swans Mill Lane resident re- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ported the theft of a bicycle from an CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Westfield resident Pamela S. after he left local government, I con- unlocked garage sometime over the eminent domain to acquire a prop- McClure noted that Mr. Augustine, tinued to work with him as a Free- weekend. • erty if improvement efforts by the “worked for the underdog,” ranging holder, Freeholder Chairman and As- A Scotch Plains 14-year-old girl current owner prove ineffective, a from his law requiring helmets for semblyman,” he said. and two Fanwood 14-year-old girls children when riding scooters to his “He was a real gentleman and one were taken into custody and released property would not just arbitrarily wheelchair lemon law which protects of my favorite people. The causes he to their parents for shoplifting from a be taken away from an owner. He consumers when buying motorized championed were not for big business Park Avenue pharmacy. The manager additionally observed that not every wheelchairs to his lemon law for cat or big political contributors, but for of the store stated that he observed the property on the block would be eyed and dog purchases. people with problems,” the Township three girls placing items worth ap- for redevelopment. proximately $50 in an old bag with the Following Mr. Preiss’ presenta- He served on the Union County Manager said. And, Mr. Atkins said, pharmacy’s logo on it. Juvenile com- Board of Chosen Freeholders from “he loved Scotch Plains. He was our tion last month, the Planning Board plaints are pending. The incident oc- voted 8 to 1 in favor of recommend- 1982 to 1987 and from 1991 to 1992. biggest cheerleader.” curred at 8:30 a.m. Mr. Augustine served as Chairman in Former Scotch Plains Mayor Gabe •Later that day, a Scotch Plains 14- ing to the governing body that the 1987 and Vice Chairman in 1982 and Spera, who served on the Township year-old girl and a Fanwood 13-year- downtown block be designated as an 1986. Council with Mr. Augustine in the old girl were taken into custody and area in need of redevelopment. The proposal also garnered support from Horace R. Corbin for The Times The one person who may have early 1980s, also recalled Mr. Augus- released to their parents for shoplift- ALL THE WORLD LOVES A CLOWN...On Saturday, children greeted a known him best during his Freeholder tine as “probably the most honest, ing from the same pharmacy. The man- elected officials when it was dis- colorful clown who came to celebrate the Official Grand Opening of The Town years was his secretary at the time, decent and ethical individual you will ager of the store stated that he con- cussed at the Mayor and council’s Bank of Westfield at 44 Elm Street. Mayor Gregory S. McDermott cut the Mary Krech. meet. He dedicated his life to helping fronted the Fanwood teen who had June 6 agenda session. ribbon to signify the opening of the business. During the festivities, the bank “He was a genuinely kind indi- people and was a role model for all of approximately $30 worth of merchan- “Hopefully, this effort will be a granted a donation to the Westfield/Mountainside chapter of the American Red vidual,” said Ms. Krech, who said Mr. us in politics.” dise on her person. Juvenile complaints catalyst for downtown improvements Cross. The funds will be used to purchase new mannequins for CPR training. Augustine especially enjoyed county Mr. Spera, who called Mr. August- are pending. The incident occurred at 7:30 p.m. in the future,” Mayor Jung told The projects that involved children, senior ine “the most popular person in Scotch SATURDAY, JUNE 9 Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood af- citizens and the mental health com- Plains,” said he plans to form a com- •Police received a report of a vehicle ter last week’s meeting. He predicted munity. “He was always a champion mittee to raise funds for a monument struck by an object thrown from another that a redevelopment plan would Lori Majeski Named for those who couldn’t help them- to Mr. Augustine that will hopefully vehicle on Route 22 near Park Avenue at enable officials to be “involved with selves,” she said, noting that Mr. be placed on the Village Green at the approximately 12:30 p.m. on June 8, land owners and business owners in Augustine’s door was always open to corner of Park Avenue and Front Street. causing damage to a side mirror. a positive manner.” people of both political parties. Mr. Spera noted that Mr. Augustine, •A Black Birch Road resident reported Pending approval of the resolu- Director of Finance “He never played politics with as mayor, had originated a program a bicycle stolen sometime over the last tion accepting the Planning people. He was a non-partisan repre- called “The Listening Post,” in which week. Board’s recommendation tonight, sentative,” she remarked. She men- the mayor and council members were SUNDAY, JUNE 10 •A 1998 BMW was reported stolen the governing body will retain a tioned that Mr. Augustine ironically available to speak with residents on planner – possibly Mr. Preiss – to For Scotch Plains Twp. died at the Father Hudson House in Saturdays at the Municipal Building. from a Clydesdale Road residence some- time overnight. craft a redevelopment plan for the By FRED ROSSI nicipalities to perform certain jobs, Elizabeth, which he helped to get off “Anyone who ever came to a coun- block. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The such as cutting grass along roads, the ground through a grant issued by cil meeting always had Alan’s ear. The proposed plan would then be Times the freeholder board in the 1980s. He’s going to be sorely missed in SCOTCH PLAINS — Lori litter pick-up, light stream clean- introduced via an ordinance by the up, etc. Mr. Augustine was named to the Scotch Plains,” he said. Majeski, the Director of Finance State Assembly in December 1992 to Freeholder Linda d. Stender served Ray Pardon Borough Council, after which it would and Chief Financial Officer of Mr. Atkins told the council that replace Bob Franks upon Mr. Franks’ as a Fanwood Councilwoman at the be reviewed by the Planning Board the program, in which Scotch Plains prior to final adoption by the govern- Parsippany-Troy Hills, was named election to Congress and was elected same time Mr. Augustine was a mem- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 to be the new Director of Finance participates in a shared arrange- to four additional terms. As an Assem- ber of the Scotch Plains Council. “I exists and that “there is a business ing body, according to the Mayor. ment with Westfield and Clark, has for the Township of Scotch Plains blyman he sponsored 26 laws, includ- knew him to be a genuinely kind man; organization that is now recognized during the council meeting on Tues- saved the township “tens of thou- ing a recent law to create a three-year someone who cared about the com- sands of dollars.” The township’s by government and by the people in day night. statute of limitations on the collection munity,” she recalled fondly. “He al- town and that provides a communi- share of the program’s cost is of fines on unpaid parking tickets. SP-F BOE Ms. Majeski, who will begin her ways made people feel comfortable,” cations gateway for businesses to duties on Monday, July 2, formerly $10,350, which pays for the county He sponsored another bill that cre- she said, noting that she was apprecia- law enforcement officers that ac- ated a task force charged with assess- tive of Mr. Augustine’s kind words talk to each other and to the local CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 served in similar positions in department’s focus was solely on Piscataway and Metuchen. In addi- company the individuals working ing the risks that drivers incur while during her first run for Freeholder in government.” achieving savings and did not factor tion, she served as Deputy Trea- in the program. their attention is diverted by cellular 1993. On the other hand, he feels some surer in Cranford. At the start of its meeting, the phones and other distractions. Former Union County Republican disappointment that his organiza- in local considerations that may or Township Manager Thomas E. council approved resolutions con- In an effort aimed at preventing the Chairman Frank X. McDermott of tion has “not really been able to may not allow Scotch Plains- Atkins told the council that Ms. gratulating Elizabeth Gigantelli and spread of AIDS and other diseases, Westfield said as a Union County Free- influence the local government on Fanwood to act on the savings rec- Katherine Walker on having at- Majeski is “a top flight person” Mr. Augustine crafted a safe needle holder, Mr. Augustine “really dedi- major issues.” ommendations. who had been “thoroughly checked tained the Girl Scouts Gold Award. bill. As a legislator, he crafted one of cated himself to the taxpayers.” He The budget review is available on The council also approved a reso- the first policies addressing identity said Mr. Augustine always wanted to While “banners and new lighting out.” the district Web site at http:// lution congratulating the Scotch theft in the nation, according to Union be a state representative and was per- are nice,” Mr. Pardon said, referring Ms. Majeski replaced William to some of the aesthetic improve- www.njcommunity.org/spfnet/. Polidore, who was arrested and Plains-Fanwood High School Jazz County Prosecutor Thomas V. sistent until he achieved this goal in Band, “The Moonglowers,” and its Manahan. 1992. ments made in recent years to the During the meeting, board mem- charged in late April with embez- The prosecutor said that piece of bers awarded bids for renovations to zling township funds. Director Vincent Turturiello, on ob- “He was great for constituent ser- downtown business district, “they’re taining the distinction of the Num- legislation followed a symposium on vices,” Mr. McDermott stated, noting not significant when compared to the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High In other matters, the council in- identity theft that took place in 1998. the former Assemblyman worked hard troduced an ordinance establishing ber One High School Jazz Band in something like selling and develop- School auditorium (seat replacement- New Jersey. “Alan was just a wonderful human to find a solution through legislative $250,430, electrical upgrades- a 6 a.m. starting time for solid being,” Mr. Manahan said. services or administratively to solve ing the hedge property, which is waste collection in residential zones The council also recognized Po- significant.” $48,980); the high school roof re- lice Officer Warren Sockwell and “It’s a tremendous loss. What a won- problems faced by constituents. in Scotch Plains. SPBPA has been calling for the placement ($990,400); and the fire Department of Public Property em- derful, wonderful man,” said Robert “Everybody loved Alan,” he said. Recently-enacted state legislation O’Leary of the prosecutor’s office. He Funeral services and burial were hedge property, a parcel of town- alarm upgrades ($183,400) to the permits local communities to regu- ployee Robert Snell on their retire- ments. explained that Mr. Augustine had been private. A memorial service will be ship-owned land next to the Munici- five elementary schools. late the time that private garbage a longtime supporter of law enforce- held Sunday, June 24, at 2 p.m. at The pal Building, to be sold and turned Business Administrator Anthony collectors can begin their pick-ups; Six members of Boy Scout Troop No. 104 led the meeting off with ment. Presbyterian Church in Westfield. Me- into a retail-commercial building as DelSordi told board members that this was done in response to com- Mr. Augustine served as mayor in morial donations may be sent to The bids received to date have been “some- plaints about garbage collectors col- the pledge to the flag. a way of further enhancing the down- 1979, 1991 and 1996. Center For Hope Hospice in Linden. what lower” than originally budgeted. lecting solid waste at 3 and 4 a.m. Members of the council were also Scotch Plains Township Manager town area. A public hearing on the ordi- given time to pay tribute to the late Thomas E. Atkins told The Times of Joshua Tyson Accepted Mr. Pardon also said the economy Construction work at School One nance will be held at the council’s State Assemblyman Alan M. Au- Scotch Plains-Fanwood that the words has “made it hard to attract the vari- Elementary and Park Middle School Tuesday, June 26, meeting. gustine, the former council member “integrity and honesty come to mind” To Attend Youth Forum ety of businesses that people think should be “well underway” by the and mayor, who died on Monday. The council also passed a resolu- when thinking of Mr. Augustine. SCOTCH PLAINS – Recently, they want in town.” He did point up end of June, said Mr. DelSordi. He tion extending its participation in Funeral services will be private, “I always told him that the one thing Joshua Tyson of Scotch Plains was reviewed some of the safety proce- but Mayor Martin L. Marks said a the present low vacancy rate in the the Union County Sheriff’s S.L.A.P. he should do is give seminars to elected accepted to attend the National Youth business district, but said it was dif- dures that have been put into place at (Sheriff’s Labor Assistance Pro- memorial service will be held on officials on ethics in government,” Mr. Leadership Forum on Medicine Sunday, June 24 at 2 p.m. at The ficult “getting cooperation from land- the schools: all workers and visitors gram) initiative, which makes non- Atkins said. “If anything gave the (NYLF/MED) in Washington, D.C. to a construction must wear badges; violent offenders available to mu- Presbyterian Church in Westfield. slightest appearance of conflict, he from Sunday, July 22, and Tuesday, lords in renting to viable, interesting wouldn’t touch it.” He said Mr. Au- July 31. businesses.” and the workmen at School One will gustine was also “a strong supporter NYLF/MED is a career develop- As for the group’s future, “that’s be identifiable by the colored shirts of professionalism in government at ment program for high school stu- up to the next (leader) to decide. they are required to wear. the local, county and state levels.” dents who demonstrate academic They’ll have their own thoughts and The business administrator re- Mr. Atkins noted that Mr. August- excellence, leadership potential and ideas,” Mr. Pardon told The Times, ported that projects for Coles El- an interest in medicine. Joshua will ine, as a member of the council in “and they should be given the oppor- ementary School and Terrill Middle 1980, had backed Mr. Atkins’ appoint- join 350 other high school students School were submitted to the state ment as Township Manager. “Even from around the country. tunity to implement them just as I was given that chance.” But he did the week of June 4. 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The VA Peter Barkley doesn’t think of him- flesh,” he said. “It was very sicken- estimates that 414,000 World War II self as a hero, but there are some ing.” veterans will die this year. people out there who certainly do. Drafted in 1943, Mr. Barkley was At the Thursday ceremony, a letter Mr. Barkley, along with 190 other only 21 when he arrived in France. from Secretary of Veterans Affairs Union County residents, was hon- Mr. Barkley said that Thursday’s Anthony Principi was read, along ored at Kean University on the 57th ceremony, attended by over 700 with a statement made in the House anniversary of D-Day last Thursday. people, was a positive gesture on of Representatives that same day by At the event, organized by the Union behalf of the county. His sentiments Seventh District Congressman County Board of Chosen Freehold- echoed those of other veterans spo- Michael A. Ferguson, one of Union ers, World War II veterans who fought ken to at the event. County’s representatives. in France were honored with a medal “Today feels like a victory for us in Also shown was a taped message and certificates from the county, state, Union County,” said Freeholder from NBC News Anchor Tom and republic of France. Linda d. Stender, the event emcee. Brokaw, who has written a series of “If I am able today to speak on Her father, Kenneth DeMilt, landed books about the D-Day invasion. behalf of a free country, it is because at Utah Beach during the Normandy Various members of the Freeholder Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times of you,” said Bénédicte Contamin, invasion. He died two months ago. Board also spoke, as did State As- CANDIDATES’ FORUM…Democratic candidates for political office gathered in Fanwood Monday evening to discuss the Deputy Consul General of France. “It’s not something he talked about semblyman Jerry Green (D-17th), key issues in this year’s campaigns. Pictured, left to right, are: Union County Sheriff Ralph Froehlich, Borough Council A 78-year-old Westfield resident, a whole lot, but it was a part of who Union County Sheriff Ralph G. candidate Michael Brennan and Union County Freeholder and former Fanwood Mayor Linda d. Stender. Mr. Barkley landed at Omaha Beach he was,” said Freeholder Stender in a Froehlich, and M. Andre Ferrara, two weeks after the famous later interview. “I think he would First Vice President of the Federa- Normandy invasion of June 6, 1944. have liked to have been there (at the tion of French War Veterans. Code named Operation Overlord, ceremony).” According to Freeholder Stender, the assault on D-Day broke through A number of honorees expressed planning for the event started almost High Auto Insurance, Taxes Hitler’s Atlantic wall and paved the concern about the vanishing popula- one year ago after the freeholders way for the allied victory in Europe. tion of World War II veterans. found out about the medals being Mr. Barkley was a private first Flemington resident Charles Grom, offered by France. Among Issues at Dem Forum class in the 293rd Engineer Combat 83, said he felt the award was long She said this was just one of many Battalion, assigned the task of puri- overdue because many veterans are supportive actions being taken by By STEPHEN CHIGER tional funding as major issues facing Council candidates Katherine fying and providing water for the no longer alive. Forty one honors the board, which is preparing to con- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times New Jersey. Mitchell and Michael Brennan also military’s armored divisions. Serv- were awarded posthumously at the struct a veterans memorial plaza in FANWOOD — They gathered at They pointed to a state debt they spoke at the event. ing in the Third Army under General ceremony and accepted by family Elizabeth. an old train station turned commu- said has tripled in the past eight “I think taxes will be a big issue” George S. Patton, he made it as far as members. This year, one of the initiatives of nity center, in a room where the years, spending which has increased in this election, said Ms. Mitchell, an Erlangen, a city in south central Ger- According to the Department of the freeholders is to expand the occupancy couldn’t have been greater three times the rate of inflation, and incumbent who voted against this many. Veteran Affairs (VA), World War II county’s Department of Veterans than a few dozen. An electric fan automobile insurance and property year’s municipal budget and has sup- Though he said he never had to fire veterans are dying at a rate of 1,100 Affairs and enhance its services. For gave some breeze to the otherwise taxes that are the highest in the coun- ported finding alternatives to high a gun, Mr. Barkley did see some of per day. Of the more than 16 million example, the group wants to create a still air, and homemade cookies cov- try as examples of failed Republican property taxes. his friends killed, shot down by Ger- people who served in the military single, toll-free phone number that ered a table in the back. leadership. Mr. Mingo said that one of his top man snipers who remained on the during the war, only about 5.4 mil- will serve as the major resource for This was the setting Monday Mrs. Stender, a former Mayor of priorities would be providing after- battlefields. lion are still alive. During the war, area veterans. evening when Democrats from the Fanwood, said that insurance com- school facilities for teenagers, whom 22nd Legislative District gathered in panies in this state make a profit of he feels have been neglected where Fanwood to introduce themselves to about 11 percent, while in other states programming is concerned. Mr. local residents. With only a handful they average about 7 percent. Suliga, meanwhile, has made fight- of people in attendance — certainly “This” so-called reform is a joke,” ing teenage smoking one of his main no more than 20 — the evening she remarked. issues. seemed almost a grassroots affair. Mr. Suliga said that while vaporiz- Candidates spent the majority of But regardless of its size, the phrase ing the debt immediately would be the evening supporting their running “all politics is local” quickly became impossible, the state could begin to mates and other members of the party the deliberate leitmotif of the gather- “stop the bleeding” by not borrow- seeking elected office. Despite the ing. ing additional funds. He said he has local candor and friendly tone of the The function featured candidates voted against seven of eight state affair, however, area Democrats are from the borough, county and state budgets because he felt they were too waging a not-so-quiet battle to take levels. Topping this hierarchy were fat. back control of Trenton. They are New Jersey Assemblyman and state Also present at Monday’s event also hoping to retain seats on the Senate candidate Joseph S. Suliga of were Union County Freeholders Freeholder board and the Fanwood Linden, along with Assemblyman Lewis Mingo, Jr. and Daniel P. Borough Council. Jerry Green of Plainfield and Union Sullivan who, along with Westfield Legislative redistricting has re- County Freeholder Linda d. Stender resident Mary Ruotolo, are seeking shaped the 22nd District, transform- of Fanwood, who are running for the re-election to the nine-member, all- ing it from a Republican holy ground district’s two state Assembly seats. Democratic board. to a possible Democratic acquisition Candidates cited high automobile Union County Sheriff Ralph come November. insurance, property taxes and educa- Froehlich and Fanwood Borough Per the new district’s map, Fanwood and Scotch Plains remain a part of the 22nd District, while Westfield will return to the solidly Republican 21st. Candidates agreed that state and • Life Insurance local government, although they lack • Disability Insurance the fanfare of national politics, have Art a direct impact on the people. • Long Term Care “It is absolutely gratifying,” said Ammermuller • Employee Benefits Mr. Mingo, when asked about work- ing at the county level. He said that even though people sometimes ask “Helping People” 908.233.0920 him for favors or to do things beyond his power, he likes working for and A helping the people he knows.

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, June 14, 2001 Page 3 School Choice, Making Cities Safer Top Campaign Issues for Edgerton By PAUL J. PEYTON said Mr. Edgerton, a licensed real es- Amendment of the United States Con- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tate broker in New Jersey. “Whenever stitution, but also the New Jersey State WESTFIELD – Creating safer cit- there is a lack of competition, there is Constitution. ies in New Jersey and a choice for a lack of efficiency.” He said throwing “It’s wrong. It’s not an issue of parents in selecting schools to educate more money into the public schools color. It’s an issue of right or wrong,” their children would reduce suburban system is not the answer. he said. sprawl and highway congestion, ac- The candidate, who joined the Lib- If a person’s car is searched and cording to New Jersey Libertarian ertarian Party in 1996, favors elimina- illegal drugs are not found, “it is a Party Gubernatorial candidate Mark tion of what he described as “inappro- tremendous offense (by law enforce- Edgerton. priate” and “inefficient” state spend- ment).” And if contraband is found Mr. Edgerton, who turns 51 next ing to reduce “runaway government after a person has given permission to month, said the current school fund- spending.” a search, he reasoned, “than the state ing system is unfair in the sense it Mr. Edgerton also favors initiating has failed to uphold its obligation to forces persons who own property and some type of user fee system, when give a thorough and efficient educa- send their child to private school to practical, for persons benefiting the tion to that citizen,” as included in the pay twice – first for tuition and second most from government services. He State Constitution. for property taxes. described the system on his campaign The candidate said he would ap- The candidate favors universal tax Web site as “pay-to-play.” point judges “who really are concerned credits which, he said, would enable On traffic congestion, the candidate with the people.” large corporations to issue grants to said, “it is just inexcusable” that the “Today we don’t find justice in the parents so they can decide the best state’s rail system has not been de- court room based on right and wrong. option for educating their child, signed in a manner to provide com- We find justice in the court room by whether it be private, parochial or muters with the options they need to how much money you pay your attor- home schooling. get to work. ney,” Mr. Edgerton explained. HONORING OLD GLORY…Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post No. 11467 of Westfield recently donated an “We need to have a system for school A Lake Hopatcong resident, he On another issue, Mr. Edgerton fa- American flag to the Miller-Cory House Museum in Westfield – just in time for Flag Day, which is today, June 14. The choice,” Mr. Edgerton explained. “I noted that many New Jerseyans com- vors moving school board elections so flag will fly over the museum’s grounds. Pictured at the flag dedication are members of the VFW post, along with Miller- mean real freedom in education, where muting from Hackettstown find it they could be held in tandem with the Cory volunteers and the Westfield Fife and Drum Corps. the parents have a right to get the quicker to drive to New York City than General Election in November. He said education that that they pay for.” to take the train. moving the school elections from April “In some of our urban schools we “I believe we should have a rail would not only increase voter partici- are not getting enough bang for our system that works,” he stated, noting pation but, he reasoned, save on gaso- buck. But in some of our urban schools, this would be among his top objec- line costs and help reduce air pollution. Europe’s #1 House of Beauty we are not even getting a pop,” he told tives as governor. Speaking on the drug war, Mr. The Westfield Leader and The Times of The candidate called tolls on the Edgerton stated that he does not sup- Scotch Plains-Fanwood during an in- Garden State Parkway and New Jer- port jail sentences for persons who terview at the newspaper’s Westfield sey Turnpike “intrusive” and “egre- commit non-violent drug usage of- office on Friday. giously costly” and inefficient, add- fenses. “If it (the jail sentences) don’t The candidate said New Jerseyans ing that the tolls were to be dismantled make sense and are still going on, it’s th are moving out of the cities both be- years ago when the highways were making somebody money.” Father’s Day is June 17 cause of safety issues and because of paid off. The Libertarian Party has run can- the lack of “thorough and efficient He noted that the toll system has didates for Governor since 1972. To- education” in city public school sys- helped the “politically connected” to day, it is the third largest political Does Dad really need another tie? tems. Mr. Edgerton said this has forced gain “soft jobs” on various highway party in the state. The party has gone individuals to move into suburban authorities that govern these thorough- from garnering 8,000 votes in the 1993 towns for a strong public school sys- fares. governor’s race to over 114,000 tal- This Father’s Day visit Douglas for tem, while adding additional com- On consent searches by law en- lies in 1997’s gubernatorial contest. muters on New Jersey’s highways. forcement officials, the candidate said “That’s a 14 times increase. It will “Our current system has made it there can never really be “informed only take an eight times increase to impossible for private schools to com- consent searches.” He said consent win this time,” said Mr. Edgerton. pete against the government schools,” searches not only violate the Fourth “This is definitely a winnable race.” 10% OFF Men’s Fragrances Now until June 17th

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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 4 Thursday, June 14, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ THE TIMES Watchdog Needed to Oversee The Westfield Leader of Scotch Plains – Fanwood — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and State Government Practices DDTM the Township of Scotch Plains and the County of Union By PAUL J. PEYTON of inflation. Mr. Schundler has said he Diction Deception Member of: Member of: would dedicate 75 percent of the state New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association In the midst of a projected $1 to $1.5 billion shortfall in Trenton’s coffers revenue surplus to property tax relief Below are four arcane words, each National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association and 25 percent to state tax relief. Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association comes several proposals to establish, or with four definitions – only one is cor- re-establish in one instance, an indepen- On yet another proposal, Assembly- rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey dent arm of state government for the man Richard H. Bagger of Westfield, sharp enough to discern this deception of P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue purpose of checks and balances on state who chairs the Assembly Appropria- diction? Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 spending practices. tions Committee, has introduced legis- If you can guess one correctly – good lation that would create the equivalent of Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 When he kicked off his second Guber- guess. If you get two – well-read indi- natorial campaign in four years this the federal General Accounting Office, vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at March, Woodbridge Mayor James E. or GAO, which oversees Congressional you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 McGreevey quickly promised to bring spending. free time! back the office of the Public Advocate, Mr. Bagger’s legislation would estab- All words and correct definitions PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. which the candidate said was disbanded lish a Joint Commission on Performance come from the board game Diction by the Whitman Administration, along Review and Evaluation which would Deception. Michelle H. LePoidevin Horace R. Corbin David B. Corbin conduct investigations, as warranted, on with the State Commission on Investi- Answers to last week’s arcane A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER SPORTS gation (SCI), which Mr. McGreevey major spending initiatives such as the school construction program. words. Suzette F. Stalker Gail S. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte claims was “gutted” by the former Gov- 1. Atrabilious – Melancholic or hypo- COMMUNITY GENERAL MANAGER SALES/SPORTS ernor. The office would also conduct a seven- year rotating schedule of reviews on all chondriac Paul J. Peyton Karen M. Hinds Melissa Betkowski In his campaign kickoff speech, Mr. 2. Supawn – Boiled corn meal; mush McGreevey said the SCI would “crack state agencies. BUSINESS and GOVERNMENT OFFICE MANAGER EDUCATION The bottom line is there needs to be an 3. Clem – To starve or die of hunger down on waste and mismanagement” 4. Buntons – Horizontal timbers in a SUBSCRIPTION PRICE and hold all segments of state govern- arm of government that conducts audits and investigations on spending. mine shaft used for support One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 ment accountable to the taxpayers. He indicated that had both the SCI and Mr. Bagger’s proposal seems the best SCORSE the Advocate’s Office been in place, on the service, although concern here is 1. To skip stones across the surface of “sweetheart” deals may not have been that this might create another level of water Alan Augustine Will Be Missed But Never approved for the E-Z Pass system and for beauracracy unless it actually replaces 2. An immature Alaskan cod the new automobile emissions systems, an existing agency – perhaps the Office 3. The practice of cutting gems both of which caused considerable up- of Legislative Services. 4. To trade or barter Forgotten for His Years of Public Service roar. Mr. McGreevey believes that the Concern here with Mr. Franks’ plan is VRILLE Advocate would have jumped in and that the Auditor General might be more 1. The sea swallow After a long bout with colon cancer, Alan M. The handicapped, who have to put out thousands of prevented state cuts in nursing home and interested in seeking higher office (i.e. 2. A loud, shrilling noise Mr. McCall is running for Governor in Augustine died Monday morning. But his life will dollars when buying a motorized wheelchair, have a hospital inspectors. 3. In aviation, a spinning nose dive Republican Gubernatorial candidate New York) than working for the taxpay- 4. One of many deep trenches present never be forgotten. For his extreme kindness, sincer- similar regulation to assist them when the merchan- Bob Franks has called for the establish- ers of New Jersey. Would he or she on the planet Venus ity and love of people changed the character of dise turns out to be defective. ment of an auditor general, chosen honestly seek to prevent or change pro- grams by members of his or her own THEWS typical Trenton politics. In addition to his legislative achievements, Mr. through a state-wide election. This person’s position would be similar to the party? Would that official be more inter- 1. Muscular power In our front page story this week, his running mates Augustine had an extremely witty sense of humor. state controller’s post in the State of ested in trying to defeat a Governor and 2. The wooden peg used to fasten a and former co-workers described the man as some- He would try out his new “material” on his staff New York, currently held by Carl McCall. elected legislators when they are of dif- wagon wheel to its axle ferent political persuasions? 3. A sneeze or an abrupt cough one who will never be replaced in politics, nor in life. before using it during a speech or appearance. He Mr. Franks estimates that the office would have an annual budget of around Regardless of who our next Governor 4. Head lice He was one of a kind. made everyone feel comfortable when they were $7 million, out of a current state budget is, there must be a system in place to GROBIAN Scotch Plains residents knew Mr. Augustine the meeting him for the first time. of $29 billion. ensure that a watchdog is installed to put 1. A cabinet maker; especially, a mas- up the halt sign when a particular spend- best. He served them for over 20 years on the Scotch A memorial service will be held next Sunday, June Jersey City Mayor and Republican ter cabinet designer gubernatorial candidate Bret Schundler ing program does not add up. Just who 2. A fencing master Plains Township Council, and three terms as Mayor, 24, in The Presbyterian Church in Westfield, where has said he feels the Governor should that watchdog is remains the question. 3. A person of rude or clownish man- most recently in 1996 – his last year on that govern- Alan and his wife, Jeanne, were married and where oversee spending in the state himself * * * * * ners ing body. Among his numerous accomplishments at he had served as and thus does not support another gov- Paul J. Peyton covers politics and 4. A diamond cutter ernment office in this regard. government for The Westfield Leader the municipal level was the establishment of “The an Elder. Instead, he has vowed to keep state and The Times of Scotch Plains- Answers will appear in the next Publisher’s Note: spending increases at less than the rate issue. Listening Post,” an initiative where the Mayor and We are sure A great guy...Alan Augustine. The Fanwood. council were available to speak to residents on there will be a kind of person you like to meet and just Saturdays at the Municipal Building. tremendous out- chat with; whether during a chance encounter on an early Sunday morning As a freeholder, he wanted most to help children, pouring of love walk or within the crowds of the politi- Letters to the Editor senior citizens and those suffering from mental illness. and respect for cal arena. A man with a real sense of But Mr. Augustine never worked harder and im- this great man. humor and a gentleman. That’s what I remember most. Now that he’s gone, I Town Should Hire Local Persons Alan Augustine Led pacted more lives than he did in the State Assembly. Mr. Augustine miss him. Well done, Mr. Augustine. Consumers in the market for a pet can turn to Mr. will be missed Horace R. Corbin To Work on Deck, Parking Solutions By Example In State Augustine’s lemon law when purchasing a pet that is but never forgot- Publisher As a Westfield resident, I am quite Street and Elm Street is at full capacity Assemblyman Alan M. Augustine: later found to have some sort of serious ailment. ten. aware that there have been many recent now. The second reason is that local honorable and humble, caring and com- discussions about parking alternatives business people will be more dedicated passionate, spiritual and courageous. for the downtown shopping district and to “solving the problem,” as opposed to Alan was a husband, father, friend and High School Graduation Day Marks train station. The main ideas being dis- merely providing a service. Someone politician. He had a wonderful smile cussed are the construction of a parking who has to live with the problems is and a great sense of humor. deck, or a valet parking lot combined more likely to find an actual solution Alan was a politician for only one Door to Adulthood for Class of ’01 with a jitney service. Those on both than merely collect a check. And lastly, reason – to help others. He sought no sides of these issues have very good through local hiring and local purchase higher office and shunned recogni- Our heartiest congratulations to the hundreds of worries. And we’d wager that most of you, in the arguments both for and against. of supplies, our tax dollars will go back tion. He worked quietly to fight for area high school seniors who will be handed their decades to come, will also have recurrent nightmares However, at this point, some type of into our town rather than into some other what was right and just. The physi- diplomas in the coming days. Graduation day is a in which you’ve either forgotten your locker combi- change is inevitable. Therefore, I feel community, thereby promoting our own cally challenged, the children, and that a larger issue needs to be consid- economic development. the terminally ill are only a few groups day for you to bask in the accolades of friends and nation or neglected to attend class all year long. ered. As residents, we all realize the No one disagrees that there is a need who benefited from legislation Alan family and to be proud of yourself for a job well Graduation from high school is a major milestone need for a solution to the parking situa- for creative solutions to the parking prob- sponsored. done. The difficulties you may have faced in work- in one’s life, sort of like walking through the door tion downtown. Whatever that solution lems. I am confident that some action Our legislative district will never be ing out that calculus equation, or solving the peri- into adulthood. What this new stage in life means is may be, we should do all that is possible will be taken to rectify this situation. the same, not because of redistricting to involve and benefit the residents of Regardless of my position on the steps but because we have lost a true Ameri- odic table, or conjugating verbs in a foreign lan- different for everyone. Some of you will head for our town. that will be taken, I would feel much can hero. guage, or memorizing certain historical dates for college in the fall, while others will choose to start There is no stopping some type of better knowing that at least the council is Alan led by example and our state is the final exam, or waking up in time to make your working immediately. Some may marry and start a “parking solution” in light of the recent doing all it can to involve the citizens of a better place because by cared. Alan first class will soon fade in memory, replaced, in family relatively soon, while others will defer those passage of a $700,000 funding ordi- this town by not only listening to us but Augustine made a difference and he nance. Therefore, I would suggest to the also by hiring us. will be missed. years to come, by the realization that these years major commitments for years. Some of you may Town Council that in retaining the ser- were relatively carefree and worry-free and filled know exactly where you want to go in life, while Brian P. Donahue Pamela S. McClure vices of professionals and in accepting Westfield Westfield with mostly happy times. others are still trying to figure it all out. Whatever bids for certain projects in and around High school is that short interregnum between choices you’re making for the immediate future, town relating to parking, whether for consulting on a deck or for services Westfield Town Council Asked childhood and adulthood — where you are increas- only you, the members of the Class of 2001, know provided by a valet company, prefer- ingly treated and expected to act as an adult but still what is best for you. Resist the temptation to com- ence should be given to local business To Explore Deck Alternatives are supposed to be home by a certain time and pare yourself with your friends and peers in the years and citizens in accepting proposals, hir- subjected to some rules and limitations. You have a ahead. Don’t measure yourself against others’ suc- ing labor, buying materials, etc. Building the proposed parking garage 4. How can we accommodate all the A hiring preference or bid preference in downtown Westfield would in itself construction noise, dust, traffic tie-ups great deal of freedom and yet most of you had dinner cesses and failures. to local residents makes sense for three cause a major upset in the lives and well- and accidents that will overwhelm three on the table every evening, a roof over your head, a Henry David Thoreau wrote that everyone marches very obvious reasons: experience, com- being of our citizens for at least a year of the busiest streets in the town? place to sleep and an assumed sense of security. to the beat of a different drummer. It is doing what mitment and economics. Our citizens and a half. 5. How bad will the traffic bottlenecks In years to come, your freedom will expand as makes you feel fulfilled, not striving to keep up with understand our town and how Westfield’s 1. Where will all the cars that now use have to get before we realize that a nuances affect the residents’ everyday the site be parked? mistake has been made — building a widely as you allow it to. the crowd, that is most important in life. The world lives. 2. Where will business employees and garage where it should not be? You will be treated as an adult in all facets of your needs people who are passionate about their life’s An out of town “expert” has no idea customers park during this protracted 6. How can we live with the fact that life. No longer will slip-ups and mistakes be chalked work, whether it’s healing the sick, teaching our that weekend shoppers in Westfield period? this scheme cannot work out and we will up to the fact that you’re still in the process of children, creating a work of art, trying to solve refuse to use the South Avenue Train 3. Where will all the construction be saddled with a $12 million bonded Station or that the traffic on Prospect workers and their equipment be parked? debt? A debt that we had no voice in growing up. Your missteps will be yours to deal with. problems, fixing a car’s engine, inventing a needed approving and that will burden us with You’ll have to feed yourself, find a place to live, find product, saving the whales, serving the public, open- out-of-sight taxes. a job, pay bills and deal with the curve balls that life ing a business, keeping our communities safe or Candidates for Governor Need Fellow residents, can we wake up will occasionally throw at you. And, in the process, donating time to a worthy cause. soon enough to tell our hardworking To Stand Up for Our Environment council: you’ll likely gain a greater appreciation for all of Of course, there will be time for today’s high If we need parking relief, please, your parents’ efforts on your own behalf. school graduates to figure all of that out. For now, I don’t want to hear candidates for Health Association and NJPIRG’s Envi- please, before it is too late, try every And, as you grow older and life gets inevitably though, savor the summer, relish the time with your governor sling mud at each other on the ronmental Health Campaign - better other alternative and explore every other campaign trail. I do want to hear what monitoring for pesticides and toxics, avenue. more complicated, you may also look back on the friends and family, and enjoy these final weeks McGreevey, Franks and Shundler will programs to reduce pollution - standards Should we then find that a parking past few years as a relatively blissful time, despite all before you embark on the grand adventure known as do to protect our health and our environ- based on health. garage is needed, then take a lesson from the worries about grades, boyfriends and girlfriends, life. You will find it to be a fast-moving train, so hang ment. I’m sure I’m not alone. When one of Summit and place it on the periphery of peer pressures, appearances, clothes, cars, fitting in on and enjoy the ride. And, again, congratulations to Like most New Jerseyans, I’m con- the candidates for governor decides to our downtown area and not in the heart cerned about high levels of hazardous stand up for our health, we of the Garden of Westfield’s thriving business district and all the other crises that now seem like major the Class of 2001. pollution in the state and how it may State will sit up and listen and vote and not on its most populated streets. affect my family’s health. Will our fu- accordingly. Charles Friedman ture governor continue to allow New Nancy M. Boss E. Marshall Palmer Jersey residents to breathe poisonous air Westfield Westfield and drink unhealthy water? Who will ensure that school water fountains can stay open without exposing students to dangerous levels of toxic contaminants? Community News Who will clean up our air by requiring new cars to pollute less? When I vote, I will be looking for a leader willing to work to implement critical public health protections, like those proposed by the New Jersey Public Antique, Classic Car Show See it all on the Web! Set in Downtown Westfield www.goleader.com WESTFIELD — The Westfield tertainment featuring the Michael Area Chamber of Commerce will Craig Band and the Dave hold the first of three Westfield Leonhardt Trio as a kickoff to their Deadlines Antique and Classic Car Shows on “Sweet Sounds Downtown.” General News - Friday 4pm Tuesday, June 26, 6:30 to 9 p.m., The jazz festival will be held Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm on Quimby and Elm Streets in beginning Tuesday, July 3, through Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm downtown Westfield. Tuesday, July 31, from 7 to 9 p.m. How To Reach Us The Westfield Classic Car Show in the downtown. E-Mail - [email protected] is free to the public. Thomas Lin- Upcoming Classic Car Shows Phone - (908) 232-4407 coln Mercury will sponsor this car will be held on Tuesday evenings, Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 show. July 24 and August 28. Quimby PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 Westfield resident Neil Edelsack Street and Elm Street, from North In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield will judge the entries and deter- Avenue to East Broad Street, will 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains mine the winning cars. Trophies be closed to traffic from 5 to 9 p.m. will be awarded to cars in various for the events. There is limited Submittal Formats categories, including “People’s space for 100 cars to be on display. Photos - B/W and Color Choice,” as well as the Chamber’s For more information, please No Panoramic or Polaroid trophy for “Best in Show” and the call the Westfield Area Chamber Typed, not handwritten Upper and lower case “Sponsors Trophies” awarded by of Commerce at (908) 233-3021. Need name & daytime phone each of the show’s sponsors. To register a car, please call Cham- The Downtown Westfield Cor- ber Chairman Darryl Walker at For our complete editorial policies poration will provide musical en- (908) 654-4100. request a copy of our Policy Guide CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, June 14, 2001 Page 5 Parents Charge Favoritism Two Charged With Robbery After Chase Ends in Collision In Selection of Softball Team By SUZETTE F. STALKER Figgs subsequently fled on foot Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and was caught a couple of blocks FANWOOD – Two people were away in the rear yard of a Plainfield By LAUREN S. PASS session, according to Borough Ad- “Though this may be temporary,” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ministrator and Police Chief James Mayor Viglianti cautioned, “if there charged with robbery last week after residence, the captain revealed. MOUNTAINSIDE –The parents J. Debbie, Jr. is still additional need for Chamber Events they allegedly stole a box of cigars Figgs was charged with robbery, from a Scotch Plains pharmacy, then eluding while operating a motor ve- of children who did not make the Chief Debbie said, “On heavy court Mountainside residents, we could JUNE borough’s new traveling girls soft- days we (have to) park (cars) on the (install) pavers on the other side (of led police on a half-mile chase which hicle, aggravated assault by causing 19th, Westfield Breakfast ended when the suspects’ vehicle bodily injury to Officer Page, and ball team brought told the Borough baseball field.” the driveway to the municipal build- Meeting, “The Transportation Council Tuesday night that there was Councilman Turner said the coun- ing). Though this is experimental, struck a garbage truck and a police resisting arrest, Captain Protasiewicz View,” with NJ Transit Executive car in Fanwood. said. Dunn was charged with robbery. favoritism in the selection of girls cil should, “start with (using) five of we will petition the county now (to Director Jeffrey Warsh, Westfield due to the fact that the coaches all the 11 (spaces at that location), which pave the grass bordering the munici- Jabbar L. Figgs, 28, and Christhel Both Figgs, who complained of “Y,” 7:45 a.m. Cost: $10 for Cham- Dunn, 38, both of Plainfield, were chest pains, and Dunn, who sustained had children trying out, and their would be one more than we need.” pal lot).” ber members, $15 for guests. Full children were picked. apprehended June 6 following the minor injuries in the accident, were breakfast will be served. collision at the intersection of Terrill Residents Beth Aranjo and Ken 19th, Garwood Chamber Meet- treated at Muhlenberg Regional Medi- and Christine Starkey had several ing, 6 p.m., Rusty’s 336 North and Patterson Roads, shortly before cal Center in Plainfield and released complaints regarding the tryouts held Avenue. Refreshments will be 2 p.m. to the custody of the Scotch Plains for the traveling girls softball team in served. The pair had earlier fled the CVS Police Department. Officer Page was the under 12 division. This is the first 20th Westfield Chamber Board Pharmacy on Park Avenue after be- also treated at Muhlenberg and re- year that the Mountainside Girls Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Legg Mason, ing approached by store employees leased. Authorities said the driver of Softball League will participate in 140 Central Avenue. who felt they were behaving in a the garbage truck was not injured. this division. Eighteen girls tried out 21st Trip to the Nasdaq suspicious fashion, according to Cap- Figgs and Dunn were both held in for the team, and 14 were chosen. MarketSite, including lunch, $15. tain Joseph Protasiewicz of the Scotch the Union County Jail in Elizabeth, On the favoritism charge, Mrs. Details will be sent when registra- Plains Police Department. on bail amounts of $25,000 and Starkey stated that, “The coaches tion is received. When confronted, Dunn allegedly $15,000, respectively. daughters are not as good (as our 26th Westfield Area Chamber sprayed the pharmacy personnel with children).” of Commerce Classic & Antique pepper spray, after which she and Girl Scout Council Recreation Director Sue Winans Car Show, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Figgs fled the scene in a vehicle, the responded, “Please do not question along Quimby and Elm Streets. captain said. Announces Tickets my objectivity.” She added, “Five 28th HOTLINC Home-Based Scotch Plains Police Officer Kevin (people) sat and made a unanimous Business Luncheon, “Networking Lonergan, who was responding to For Water Park (decision); myself, Frank Masella & Promoting Your Business,” B.G. the incident at CVS, was directed by (Assistant Recreation Director), and Fields, 560 Springfield Ave., pharmacy personnel to the suspects’ WESTFIELD – The Washington the three coaches.” Westfield. Cost: $15. vehicle, which he then began follow- Rock Girl Scout Council, which in- Ms. Winans continued, “There was JULY ing. cludes the communities of Westfield, that chance that the coaches’ chil- 5th, Farmer’s Market, 2 to 7 The vehicle, driven by Figgs, was Scotch Plains, Fanwood and dren wouldn’t make the team. Every p.m., South Avenue Train Station pursued into Fanwood, where it struck Mountainside, has announced that tick- time we have try outs, those who Parking Lot. a sports utility vehicle after turning ets are now available for a “Fun Day” don’t make it complain.” 8th, Family Fest & Circus, 11 from Martine onto Midway Avenue, to be held on Saturday, June 23, at The parents stated their desire to a.m. to 5 p.m., downtown Westfield. Captain Protasiewicz revealed. Mountain Creek Water Park in Vernon. have all the girls who tried out be 12th, 19th, 26th, Farmer’s Mar- He said the vehicle also struck a Tickets purchased in advance are allowed on the team this year. ket, 2 to 7 p.m., South Avenue curb and blew out two tires – reduc- at a discounted price of $20 for those “It creates more problems than it Train Station Parking Lot. ing its speed to about 10 miles per ages 11 and above and $18 for those solves (to have too many kids),” Ms. 24th, Chamber Classic & An- hour. Authorities confirmed it was ages 10 and under. Each ticket pur- Winans explained. “Only nine (girls) tique Car Show, 6:30 p.m. to 9 not a high-speed pursuit. chased includes full-day admission can play at a time, and everyone p.m., Quimby and Elm Streets. Captain Protasiewicz said the sus- to the Water Park and lunch. would not be able to play enough.” * * * * * pects’ vehicle then struck a garbage Tickets may be obtained through truck and a Scotch Plains patrol car the Council Service Center at 201 “I didn’t see the tryouts, and it’s an Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times “Chamber News” is a monthly unfortunate thing that has occurred. DARING TO BE DUNKED…Scotch Plains Mayor Martin L. Marks waited for column that is prepared and submit- operated by Patrolman Patrick Page Grove Street in Westfield or by call- I would like to think that (the team a contestant to throw a ball strong enough to dunk him in a giant tank of water. ted by the Westfield Area Chamber of at the intersection of Terrill and ing (908) 232-3236. The offer is avail- was selected) fairly,” Councilman The dunking tank was part of the festivities during Sunday’s Annual Classic Car Commerce, 105 Elm Street, Westfield. Patterson. able to the public. Keith C. Turner stated. Show and Craft Fair in downtown Scotch Plains. The event is sponsored by the “I’m sure Sue or the other coaches Scotch Plains Business and Professional Association. didn’t single any kids out. Even on the youth baseball level the kids who were not picked were upset. It is a
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Shaun A. Loftus and Miss Ann Macko

MR. AND MRS. JAMES ABBOTT MASLIN Miss Ann Macko (She is the former Miss Inger Lisa Brown) To Wed Shaun A. Loftus Mr. and Mrs. John Macko of Hall University in South Orange in Westfield have announced the en- 1997. She is employed by Ingenix Miss Inger Lisa Brown gagement of their daughter, Miss Pharmaceutical Services in Ann Macko of Florham Park, to Parsippany. Shaun A. Loftus, also of Florham Her fiancé graduated from the Marries James A. Maslin Park. He is the son of Mrs. Alexandra Delbarton School in Morristown in Loftus of Chatham and the late Jo- 1991. He was awarded a bachelor’s Miss Inger Lisa Brown, the daugh- brothers of the bride. seph X. Loftus. degree from Georgetown University ter of Commander (Ret.) Robert E. Readings were done by Ted Maslin A 1990 graduate of Westfield High in Washington, D.C. in 1995 and is and Mrs. Sandra Brown of of Santa Monica, Calif., the brother School, the bride-to-be earned her employed by Bowne Digital Solu- Annandale, Va., was married on Sat- of the bridegroom, and by Ms. bachelor’s degree from Bucknell tions in Carlstadt. urday, October 14, to James Abbott Deborah Von Rembow of Baltimore, University in Lewisburg, Pa., in 1994 The couple plan to be married in Maslin. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. the godmother and aunt of the bride. and her master’s degree from Seton September. Charles Maslin of Williamsburg, Va. The bride graduated from W. T. The bride is the granddaughter of Woodson High School in Fairfax, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Von Rembow of Va., in 1989. She was awarded a
 Oxon Hill, Md., and Ralph Brown of Bachelor of Arts Degree in Historic Lake Worth, Fla. Preservation from Mary Washington Elegance, Quality, Service The afternoon ceremony took place College in Fredericksburg, Va., in at the Hope Lutheran Church in 1993. Annandale, with Pastors K. Bernell A 1982 graduate of Westfield High GOOD EXPERIENCE…Eleven youngsters who participated in the American Boehm and J. Lowell Knauff offici- School, the bridegroom earned a Red Cross Babysitters Training Course on May 12 display dolls which emulate ating. A reception took place at the Bachelor of Science Degree in Ma- a real baby to help the girls gain valuable experience in child care. The dolls, church following the ceremony. rine Engineering from the United which are equipped with tamperproof electronic monitors that record how well they are cared for, were purchased with a grant received from the Westfield Escorted down the aisle by her States Merchant Marine Academy in Foundation. Another session of the babysitter course will be held on Wednesday father, the bride wore a white chiffon Kings Point, N.Y., in 1986. He is and Thursday, June 27 and 28. gown featuring a scalloped neckline employed as a program manager at and a bodice adorned with floral AERA, Inc. in Arlington, Va. Venice lace, crystals and pearls, with A rehearsal dinner was hosted by Acupuncture and Herbal Clinic long appliquéd sleeves. Her attire the parents of the bridegroom at the also included a flowing chiffon skirt Hilton McLean in Tysons Corner, Physician in Chinese Medicine 15 Years Experience with elegant back buttons; a chapel- Va. Licensed Acupuncurist by NJ & NY Medical Board length train and a shoulder-length Following a two-week wedding Four piece mural plaque... exclusively ours! Faculty of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, NY veil trimmed with pearls and crys- trip to coastal Maine, the couple Four piece mural plaque... exclusively ours! tals. reside in Vienna, Va. 732-968-0018 • Colonial Square Mall • US 22 E • Greenbrook All Pains Anxiety She carried a nosegay bouquet with Sport injuries Stress white daisies, yellow button pom- Arthritis Gastrointestinal poms, orange with red edge minia- Carlee McGill Fibromyalgia Stop smoking ture carnations, rust alstroemeria, purple statices and salidago, with a Welcomed By Migraine PMS butter cream chiffon ribbon. Asthma Abnormal menses Mrs. Jennifer Dreyer Cooper of Swanson Family Fatigue Menopausal syndrome Stafford, Va., was the matron of honor Keith and Lori Swanson of Insomnia and more and wore a floor-length, off-the- Westfield have announced the birth Leads toNatural Healing shoulder burgundy gown. of their daughter, Carlee McGill Michael Gaffney of Norfolk, Va., Swanson, on Tuesday, April 3, at -Senior Discount- Ying An was the best man. Serving as ushers 1:48 a.m. at Overlook Hospital in were Eric Brown of Yarmouth, Me. 505 E. Broad St. Westfield • (908) 654-7304 Summit. and Adam Brown of Annandale, the Carlee weighed 7 pounds and 5 ounces and measured 20 inches in length at birth. She joins her brother, Erik Charles, age 3. The baby’s maternal grandparents are Charles McGill of Cranford, for- merly of Westfield, and the late Martha Lee McGill. Her paternal grandparents are Doris Swanson-Pollock of Kenilworth and Keith Swanson of Ocean Isle Beach, N.C. Charlotte Weis of Westfield is the baby’s maternal great-grandmother.

C O M P A N Y 908-322-6405 Tear-Offs • Re-Roofs Repairs • Gutters Free Estimates • Fully Insured CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, June 14, 2001 Page 7 St. Paul’s Holds Annual Picnic; Dr. Kathy Dulan Among Lauds Members’ Achievements Pastoral Summit Attendees WESTFIELD – St. Paul’s Episco- lauded the achievements of the most pal Church in Westfield celebrated senior members of the Junior Choir, WESTFIELD – Dr. Kathy Dulan, and training of lay leaders to reach- Pentecost on June 3 with its Annual including Ellen Dunn, Patrina Director of Religious Education at ing “Generation X.” Parish Picnic on St. Paul’s Street. Caruana, Melanie Kaufhold, Maria St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church Serving as the Summit’s keynote Adult parishioners provided a va- McDermott and Westley Clarkson. in Westfield, attended a Pastoral Sum- speakers were the Reverend Martin riety of foods for picnic-goers, while In addition, congregants celebrated mit, a gathering of Protestants and E. Marty, a Lutheran pastor, author youngsters enjoyed a moon walk ride the Reverend Andrew C. Hamersley’s Catholics, from May 30 to June 1 in and theologian, and the Reverend and a myriad of arts and crafts. 15th year as a priest. Reverend New Orleans. Andrew M. Greeley, a Catholic priest, As part of the Pentecost service, Hamersley is the Rector of St. Paul’s Clergy, church staff and lay lead- sociologist and author. The event the church also honored the 70 vol- Church. ers from across the country were also featured worship services led by unteer teachers and caregivers of the For information regarding the An- invited to take part in this first-ever two New Orleans churches. St. Paul’s Sunday School. The Sun- nual Parish Picnic or other programs national meeting of Catholics and day School staff is led by Sara or activities, Reverend Hamersley Protestants focused exclusively on Strohecker-Clarkson. and the Parish Office may be reached the local church. Throughout the summer months, at (908) 232-8506 during regular The event, a project funded by the the teachers and helpers will make business hours. Lilly Endowment and co-sponsored additional contributions through St. St. Paul’s Church, located at 414 by University of North Carolina- Paul’s Vacation Bible Camp (Tues- East Broad Street, holds services on Wilmington and the Institute for day through Friday, June 26 to 29) and Wednesdays at 7 a.m. for Holy Eu- NEW CONFIRMANDS…The First Congregational Church of Westfield Church Life at the University of Notre recently welcomed 13 new confirmands into the congregation at a special Dame, grew out of the Parish/Con- summer workshops during services. charist; Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for service conducted by the members of the Confirmation Class. The 2001 Congregation members also of- Healing Prayer and Holy Eucharist, gregation Study, which spent two Confirmation Class, all ninth-grade students, include, pictured left to right: years searching for local church ex- fered congratulations to the church’s and Sundays for Holy Eucharist Rite Back row, John Boyd, with the Reverend Dr. Christopher Atwood, Senior graduating high school seniors. They One at 7:45 a.m. and Holy Eucharist Minister; third row, Ken Dawe, Chris Denker, Anthony Johnson, Kevin cellence. include Campbell Anthony, Jennifer Rite Two at 10 a.m. Hobson and Paul Johnson; second row, Chris Coriasco, Christine Wicks, The conference featured work- Conlin, Stephanie Fraser, Katherine Nursery care and Sunday School is Emily Barnes and Suzanna Fowler, and first row, Ashley Dias, Sara Woods shops and speakers from churches Walker and Jessica West. available at 9:45 a.m. on Sundays for and Melissa Pizor. and parishes nationwide and ad- Music Director Charles Banks infants through age 12. dressed topics ranging from the care Dr. Kathy Dulan The Arc to Install Officers; Officer Tubayan Helps Honor Supporters June 21 Mark 40th Anniversary F-SP Service League Of USS Kitty Hawk Installs New Officers SCOTCH PLAINS – The Annual tunities, please call The Arc’s Re- SCOTCH PLAINS – United States SCOTCH PLAINS — The Meeting and Recognition Dinner for source Development Office at (908) Navy Petty Officer Third Class Fanwood-Scotch Plains Service The Arc of Union County will be 754-7826. Vincent P. Tubayan, a 1998 graduate League installed its new officers at a held on Thursday, June 21, at 6:30 A General Membership Meeting of Union Catholic High School in luncheon meeting at the Scotch Hills p.m. at the Evangel Church, located will take place on Thursday, October Scotch Plains, recently took part in Country Club in Scotch Plains on at 1251 Terrill Road in Scotch Plains. 25, at 7:30 p.m. at The Arc’s head- the celebration of the aircraft carrier May 21. All are welcome to attend. quarters. USS Kitty Hawk’s 40th anniversary The Service League operates a During the meeting, individuals For over 50 years, The Arc of while forward deployed to Yokosuka, Thrift Shop at 1730 East Second and corporations will be recognized Union County, a non-profit member- Japan. Street in Scotch Plains. Profits from who have given significant support ship based organization, has sup- During the celebration, sailors were the shop, which totaled $44,000 this to The Arc of Union County. Votes ported people of all ages with devel- treated to a slide show highlighting year, benefit multiple area organiza- will also be cast for the new slate of opmental disabilities and their fami- the vessel’s 40 years of service, as tions and provide scholarships for officers for the organization’s Board lies. It is an affiliate of The Arc of well as a speech by the commanding area students. of Directors. New Jersey and The Arc of the United officer and a buffet. The new officers are as follow: The proposed slate of officers in- States. The “Hawk” was commissioned Tri-Presidents, Pat Dillon, Jeanne clude Cynthia Gavenda of Summit The organization maintains 11 on April 29, 1961 at the Philadelphia Pauley and Mary Ann Schuler; Vice WELCOME ABOARD…Dr. Gerald J. Glasser, left, President of the Westfield for President; Angela Price of homes and three work centers in Naval Shipyard. Over the years, sail- President, Ronnie Adams, and Sec- Foundation, welcomes incoming Foundation Trustees, pictured left to right: Plainfield, First Vice President; community living and 10 homes and ors aboard the Kitty Hawk have served retary, Mary Ann Kuhn. Other offic- Susan Pepper; former Westfield Mayor Thomas C. Jardim, and Geoffrey Frank Chimento of Fanwood, Sec- five opportunity programs in health ers of the club are elected and in- Mann, at the Foundation’s Annual Meeting on May 1. in support of American forces in ond Vice President; Mark and behavior. The programs are flex- Vietnam and other operations, in- stalled during alternate years. Schwendeman of Clark, Treasurer; ible and person-centered and are cluding Desert Shield and Desert The guest speaker for the recent James McGrath of Carteret, Secre- available to individuals from infancy Storm. luncheon was Milt Faith, Executive Westfield Foundation Awards tary, and Ellen Anderson of to the elderly. Sailors from Petty Officer Director of Youth and Family Coun- Fanwood, Immediate Past President. The Arc of Union County pro- Tubayan’s ship recently visited Guam seling Service, based in Westfield, Dinner and dessert will be served at motes family support, education, em- during a six-month deployment to which is one of the Service League’s Almost Half-Mil. to Groups a cost of $10 per person. ployment, integration and socializa- the Western Pacific Ocean. During beneficiaries. Other upcoming events, to which tion. the four-day visit, sailors trimmed Mr. Faith discussed how problems WESTFIELD – Carrying out its “open to the public” Annual Meet- everyone is welcome, include a Mem- New members are always wel- trees, picked up trash and did other which the agency deals with have mission “to enhance and support the ing. They were Michael Nicholson, bership Committee Meeting at 9:30 come. Anyone seeking more infor- yard work at the Carmelite Convent changed over the years and how these quality of life of the citizens of Executive Director of Contact We a.m. on Wednesday, September 12, mation on becoming a member of in Malojloj. problems are addressed. After Mr. Westfield,” the Westfield Founda- Care, and Joy Kaufman, Westfield at The Arc’s headquarters, located at The Arc of Union County or who is Carriers like the USS Kitty Hawk Faith’s talk, the luncheon, paid for tion awarded nearly half a million Memorial Librarian, who coordinates 1225 South Avenue in Plainfield. interested in attending the Annual are deployed around the world to with club dues, was served by the dollars in grants and scholarships to adult services. On Thursday, October 4, The Arc Meeting and Recognition Dinner maintain a United States presence Thrift Shop’s Tuesday workers. non-profit organizations during the Mr. Nicholson noted the agency will hold its 12th Annual Golf Out- may call the Resource Development and provide rapid response in times The Service League always wel- past year. handled more than 13,000 individual ing at the Shackamaxon Country Club Office. of crisis. The ships are equipped with comes new members. For informa- Dr. Gerald J. Glasser, President of calls for help last year, while Ms. in Scotch Plains. Tee-off will be at 11 the most versatile and powerful weap- tion concerning club membership, the Foundation’s Board of Trustees, Kaufman discussed a new adult edu- a.m., with dinner at 6 p.m., to be ons and aircraft available. please call (908) 322-5420. noted during the annual meeting May cation program which will begin in preceded by cocktails. There will See it all on the Web! 1 that in the year 2000, 48 non-profit the fall, when two Kean University also be raffles. For information on organizations in social services, professors will offer college-level registration and sponsorship oppor- www.goleader.com health, civic, education, art and cul- courses at the library. ture received grants totaling Dr. Glasser recognized outgoing Good News $421,000, while scholarship awards Trustees, Assemblyman Richard H. Good News totaled $80,000. Bagger, Bruce Cummings and John “O Lord you have always been our home. Grants funded by the Foundation Ketcham, and introduced three new Before you created the hills benefited people ranging from young Trustees: former Westfield Mayor children to senior citizens. Thomas C. Jardim, Geoffrey Mann or brought the world into being, “The Foundation’s ability to do so and Susan Pepper. Jim Hely you were eternally God, much is the direct result of assets Margaret Cimei, Carter Booth and and will be God forever.” which have grown to over $9 million Margaret Sur were returned to the from a $2,000 ‘stake’ in 1976 when board for second, three-year terms. the Foundation was founded,” Dr. Officers for the 2001-2002 year in- See us in the Verizon Yellow Pages. Psalms 90:1,2 The Gospel Glasser stated. “This is due to the clude Dr. Glasser, President; Henry Only 1 of 40 lawyers is a generosity of Westfielders and to the K. Kelly, Vice President; Mrs. Cimei, Supreme Court Certified Trial Lawyer. excellent work of the Foundation’s Secretary, and George A. Lewis, Trea- INJURY CASES (908) 789-9000 Investment Committee.” surer. During the past year, the Founda- Betsy Chance is the Executive OWEN BRAND tion received $284,000 in donations Director. Information about the Foun- and contributions to over 75 indi- dation is available from Mrs. Chance vidual funds. These include unre- at the Foundation Office, 300 North Your Hometown stricted funds (to meet compelling Avenue, East, at (908) 233-9787, or current needs through Foundation at [email protected] on the grants), temporarily restricted funds Internet. MORTGAGE BANKER (to meet a specific need, such as scholarship awards, and to address a specific area, such as cancer or bat- tered women), and managed funds (these are owned by non-profit orga- nizations and managed by the Foun- dation). Recognizing grant recipients as Residential - Construction “doers,” Dr. Glasser noted that the Foundation is able to award grants Commercial - Bridge Loans “because there are so many non- profit agencies doing such a good job Local (908) 789-2730 in the community.” Toll Free (888) 489-9680 Two recipients of grants in 2000 spoke at the Foundation’s fourth Pager (908) 535-8244 [email protected]

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PUBLICATION Lena Boyden, 96, Retired Bookkeeper; Owen E. Mc Williams, 79, Volunteer; Member of Church for Over 82 Years -- ObituariesObituaries -- Had Been War Prisoner in Germany Lena Emma Boyden, 96, of women’s organizations of the Owen E. Mc Williams, 79, of Mr. Mc Williams was also a volun- Cranford died on Tuesday, June 5, at Garwood Presbyterian Church, where Westfield died on Tuesday, June 5, at teer at the Miller-Cory House Mu- the Cranford Health and Extended she was a member for over 82 years. Alan M. Augustine, Was Assemblyman; his home. seum in Westfield and an active mem- Care Center in Cranford. Surviving are a son, Donald M. Born in Bloomfield, he was a resi- ber and volunteer at St. Paul’s Epis- Born in Westfield, she had lived in Boyden of Garwood, and two grand- Former Mayor and County Freeholder dent of Westfield since 1945. copal Church in Westfield. Garwood before moving to Cranford children. Former Assemblyman Alan M. chair Lemon Law, the Deadbeat Par- Mr. Mc Williams had been em- He was predeceased by his wife, in 1995. Funeral services were held on Fri- Augustine, whose distinguished po- ent Law and the Safe Needle Bill. He ployed with the American Machine Anne Nance Shelly Mc Williams, Mrs. Boyden had been employed day, June 8, at the Garwood Presby- litical career spanned lo- was also the force be- Foundry Company from 1945 until last October. as a bookkeeper for the Moore terian Church. Interment took place cal, county and state gov- hind such legislation as 1963. He subsequently worked for Surviving are three daughters, Chevrolet Company in Elizabeth at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. ernment, died on Mon- the Mandates Relief 20 years as an office manager for Connie M. Wilson of Cupertino, prior to retiring in 1970 after 32 Arrangements were under the di- day, June 11, at Father Acts, the Railroad Im- Scientific Design/Halcon in New Calif., Shelly A. Strunck of Clark years of service. rection of the Gray Funeral Home, Hudson House, a hospice munity Act and the Iden- York City, which was later bought and Patricia A. Walch of Cranford; a She was a member of various 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. facility in Elizabeth. tity Theft Act. out by Texas Eastern. sister, Doris Tryon of Boise, Idaho; Memorial contributions may be A native of Montclair, Since 1998, he served He earned a Bachelor of Science eight grandchildren and two great- Janet Rogers, 73 made to the Memorial Fund of the he had lived in Scotch as Chairman of the As- Degree from New York University in grandchildren. Janet Morton Rogers, 73, of North Garwood Presbyterian Church. Plains for most of his life. sembly State Govern- New York City. A gathering was held on Thursday, Palm Beach, Fla., died on Wednes- June 14, 2001 He earned a degree in eco- ment Committee. Most He was a Master Sergeant with the June 7, at the Gray Funeral Home, day, May 30, at her home there. nomics from Lafayette recently, he was a mem- 208th Bomb Group of the United 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. A Born in Elizabeth, she had been a Alberta Titus Pain, 82 College in Easton, Pa., ber of the Banking and States Army Air Corp. After his group memorial service was held on Fri- longtime resident of Plainfield. She Alberta Titus Pain, 82, of St. Pe- and attended Columbia Insurance and Transpor- was shot down in August of 1943 day, June 8, at St. Paul’s Episcopal more recently lived in Point Pleasant tersburg, Fla., died on Sunday, June University’s Graduate tation committees and over Germany, Mr. Mc Williams was Church. while also maintaining her home in 3, at her home. School of Business. previously had served on held prisoner at Stalag 17B until Arrangements were under the di- North Palm Beach. Mr. Augustine, a Re- the Appropriations, May of 1945. rection of the Gray Funeral Home, Born in Philadelphia, she had lived Alan M. Augustine Mrs. Rogers was a member of the in Westfield from 1965 to 1970. She publican, served on the Regulatory Oversight He was a founding member of 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. Plainfield Country Club in Edison, was a resident of Stone Harbor from Scotch Plains Township and Labor committees. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. Memorial contributions may be where she had won the Ladies Senior 1971 until 1999, when she relocated Council for 20 years, including three Recognized repeatedly for his leg- 11467 in Westfield and a founding made to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Club Championship. She was also a to St. Petersburg. terms as Mayor. islative efforts, he was honored by member of the Westfield Chapter of 414 East Broad Street, Westfield, member of the Lost Tree Club in Mrs. Pain was a member of the Elected to the Union County Board NJ Transit, the New Jersey Traffic the American Association of Retired 07090. North Palm Beach and the Crescent Pass-A-Grille Community Church of Chosen Freeholders in 1982, he Officers Association, Patients First Persons. June 14, 2001 Avenue Presbyterian Church in and a member of St. Petersburg Coun- served as Chairman of the board in Coalition and the New Jersey Li- Plainfield. try Club. 1987 and as Vice Chairman in 1982 brary Association. Constance Brennan, 51, SHU Alumna She was predeceased by her hus- Surviving are a son, George Pain and 1986. In 1996, he received a special band, John H.G. Rogers, Sr., in 1997. of St. Petersburg; two daughters, He was re-elected a Freeholder “Chairman’s Award” from the New Taught at Our Lady of Lourdes School Surviving are a son, Randolph C. Roberta Dill of Sioux Falls, S.D. and again in 1991, but left a year later Jersey Business and Industry Associa- Constance Mary Brennan, 51, of her parents, Constantine and Mary Rogers of Scotch Plains, and two Margaret Day of St. Petersburg; six when he was selected to fill the As- tion for his work in making govern- Fanwood died on Tuesday, June 5, at Solazzi of Springfield; two brothers, grandchildren. grandchildren and a great-grand- sembly seat of former Congressman ment more cost effective and efficient. her home. Salvatore Solazzi of Millburn and Arrangements were under the di- child. Bob Franks, now a gubernatorial During his tenure as Mayor, Mr. Born in Summit, she grew up in Daniel Solazzi of Warren, and two rection of the Memorial Funeral A graveside service and interment candidate. He resigned from the As- Augustine established the Cultural Springfield, then lived in Summit sisters, Lucille Fallon of Upper Home, 155 South Avenue in took place on Saturday, June 9, at sembly on March 31 of this year Arts Committee that developed into before relocating to Fanwood 24 Saddle River and Mary Ann Skees of Fanwood. Arlington Cemetery in Drexel Hill, because of declining health. Scotch Plains’ annual Village Green years ago. Glen Rock. A memorial service was held on Pa. Re-elected to represent the 22nd Summer Concert Series. He also Mrs. Brennan had been a teacher The funeral was held on Friday, Monday, June 4, at the Crescent Av- Arrangements were under the di- Legislative District five times, Mr. implemented Scotch Plains Day and at Our Lady of Lourdes School in June 8, from the Memorial Funeral enue Presbyterian Church. rection of the Minshall-Shropshire Augustine had 26 bills enacted into initiated the Mayor’s Gala, a non- Mountainside before retiring in 1980. Home, 155 South Avenue in Memorial donations may be Funeral Home of Media, Pa. law. Among these were the Wheel- partisan event that recognizes out- She graduated from Seton Hall Fanwood, followed by a Mass at St. made to the Wardlaw-Hartridge Memorial contributions may be standing volunteers and generates University in South Orange in 1971 James Roman Catholic Church in School, 1295 Inman Avenue, made to the Westminster Retirement William Edwards, Jr. funds for charities. with a degree in elementary educa- Springfield. Interment took place at Edison, 08820. Communities Foundation, 125 56th He was also instrumental in the tion. St. Teresa’s Cemetery in Summit. June 14, 2001 Avenue South, St. Petersburg, Fla. William L. Edwards, Jr., 74, of construction of the Scotch Plains Plainfield died on Saturday, June 2, at She was predeceased by her hus- Memorial contributions may be 33705. Senior Citizen Housing facility, band, John J. Brennan, Jr., in 1989. made to the American Cancer Soci- Frances G. Palys, 84 June 14, 2001 Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center which opened in 1995. in Plainfield. Surviving are a son, Matthew J. ety, P.O. Box 815, Elizabeth, 07207, Frances Gertrude Palys, 84, of Mr. Augustine served as a member Brennan of Fanwood; a daughter, or to Atlantic Hospice, 33 Bleeker Born in Rocky Mountain, N.C., he of the Board of Governors of Union Bridgewater died on Saturday, June Cara Rose Jennings, 22 Meredith H. Brennan of Fanwood; Street, Millburn, 07041. had lived in Westfield before moving County College. He was an honorary 2, at Somerset Medical Center in Cara Rose Jennings, 22, a lifelong to Plainfield 38 years ago. June 14, 2001 resident of Plainfield, died on Sun- member of the Union County Police Somerville. Mr. Edwards had been employed as Chiefs Association, a member of the Born on Staten Island, she had day, June 3, at the JFK Hartwyck at a floor waxer with Contract Cleaner Daniel H. McColley, Company CEO; Cedar Brook Nursing and Rehabili- Board of Trustees of the Visiting lived in Scotch Plains for many Company in South Plainfield for 30 tation Center in Edison. years. He also worked for Injection Health Services of Union County Had Served on Governor’s Committee years before moving to Miss Jennings attended Mount St. Molding Corporation in Plainfield for and Chairman of the Union County Bridgewater. John’s Academy in Gladstone, gradu- 15 years. Coalition for the Prevention of Sub- Daniel H. McColley of Watchung Club, the Metropolitan Club and Surviving are her husband of 58 ated from Union Catholic High He had served in the United States stance Abuse. died on Monday, June 4, in the Ber- the Canadian Club, all in New York. years, John Palys; three daughters, School in Scotch Plains and had Navy during World War II from De- He was a former member of the keley Heights Convalescent Center He was a Trustee for the United Audrey Palys, Arlene Kwisnek and recently been a student at Union cember 1, 1943 until February 26, 1946. Clark-Scotch Plains Benevolent Pro- in Berkeley Heights. Community Services in Middlesex tective Order of Elks Lodge No. 2182 Doreen Lysebo; a sister, Eugenia County College in Cranford. He was predeceased by his wife, Born in Rockville Center, N.Y., County and served on the boards of She was a communicant of St. Inez Hall, in March, and his son, Bruce and the Rotary Club of Westfield. he had lived in Plainfield and Scotch the United States Chamber of Com- Smillie, and two grandchildren. Edwards, in 1999. Mr. Augustine had also served as an A Mass was offered on Wednes- Bernard’s Roman Catholic Church Plains before relocating to Watchung merce and the Plainfield Chamber in Plainfield. Surviving are four sons, Ronald Elder at The Presbyterian Church in in 1978. of Commerce. day, June 6, in the Blessed Sacra- Edwards of North Carolina, Simeon Westfield. ment Roman Catholic Church in Surviving are her parents, William Hall of Elizabeth, Payton Hall and Mr. McColley was employed by Mr. McColley was appointed by S. and JoAnn Cembrola Jennings of For a number of years, he operated Martinsville, following the funeral Terrence Hall, both of Plainfield; a Augustine Motors, a Chrysler Cor- Wood Industries Inc. in Middlesex former Governor Robert B. Meyner Plainfield; a brother, Christopher for 38 years, serving as President as a member of the Governor’s Com- from the Speer-Van Arsdale Fu- daughter, Joyce Locus of North Caro- poration company in Westfield, be- Jennings of Piscataway; her mater- lina; two stepsons, Eric Hall of Eliza- and Chief Executive Officer of the mittee on Disability Benefits and neral Home in Somerville. nal grandparents, Rusty and Joan fore becoming Vice President of June 14, 2001 beth and Clifton Hall of Plainfield; two Marketing for Subaru Distributors company from 1963 to 1980 and as was a member of the Arbitration Cembrola of South Plainfield, and stepdaughters, Stephanie Hall of Eliza- Chairman of the Board from 1968 to Association Panel of Arbitrators, an her paternal grandmother, Frances Corporation in Orangeburg, N.Y. Madeline Browne, 92 beth and Parris Hall of Plainfield; nine Most recently, he was a consultant 1979. organization that handled labor dis- Newman of Scotch Plains. grandchildren and three great-grand- Madeline E. Browne, 92, of for the company. Before that, he had worked for putes, in New York and New Jersey. Funeral services were held on children. Lever and Unilever Companies and Surviving are his wife, Dorothy Garwood died on Saturday, June 2, Wednesday, June 6, at the Scarpa Services were held on Friday, June Surviving are his wife, Jeanne at the Ashbrook Nursing and Reha- Funeral Home in North Plainfield. A 8, at the Judkins Colonial Home in Augustine; a son, Alan Augustine, Jr. for the Life Saver Company, both in McColley; a daughter, Sally Joyce; bilitation Center in Scotch Plains. Mass followed at St. Bernard’s Plainfield. of Olney, Md.; two daughters, Wendy New York City. two grandchildren and eight great- Born in Westfield, she lived in Church. Interment took place at Hill- June 14, 2001 Brill of Hopewell Township and He served on the Board of Direc- grandchildren. Garwood since 1953. side Cemetery in Scotch Plains. Linda Gaie Augustine of Helsinki, tors of Fischer Industries Inc. of Private services were arranged by Finland, and three granddaughters. Mrs. Browne had been employed Memorial donations may be made Nick J. Perrucci, Jr., 72 Cleveland; Baker Perkins Inc. of the Higgins Home for Funerals in Funeral services and interment Saginaw, Mich.; New Jersey Manu- Watchung. as a secretary by the Clements to St. Bernard’s Early Childhood Nick J. Perrucci, Jr., 72, of South Learning Center, 368 Sumner Av- were private. facturers Insurance Company of Memorial contributions may be Brothers Fuel Oil Company of Plainfield died on Friday, June 8, in the A memorial service will be held at Westfield for 23 years before retir- enue, Plainfield 07060. Somerset Medical Center in Ewing Township; New Jersey Busi- made to the Plainfield Humane So- June 14, 2001 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 24, at The ness and Industry in Ewing Town- ciety, 75 Rock Avenue, Plainfield, ing in 1976. She later worked part Somerville. Presbyterian Church in Westfield. time as a secretary for the Division Born in Scotch Plains, he had lived ship and the National Bank of New 07060. in Plainfield before moving to South Memorial contributions may be Jersey in Piscataway. June 14, 2001 of Youth and Family Services in Lena Barone, 75 made to the Center For Hope Hos- Westfield for four years, retiring in Plainfield 25 years ago. Mr. McColley was awarded a Lena Barone, 75, of Cranford died Mr. Perrucci had been employed by pice, 176 Hussa Street, Linden, 07036. Ruth D. Coutant, 83 1980. June 14, 2001 bachelor’s degree in management, on Monday, June 4, in St. Barnabas Levin Associates in North Plainfield accounting and finance from Rutgers Ruth D. McCormack Coutant, 83, She was a life-time member of Medical Center in Livingston. for 20 years before retiring three years University. of Westfield died on Thursday, June the First Baptist Church in Born in Newark, she had lived ago as foreman of the maintenance Saintimise Macena, 71 7, at Brighton Gardens in Westfield, where she was active in there until moving to Cranford 40 department. Before that, he had worked Saintimise Macena, 71, of Scotch He was a member of the Plainfield Mountainside. the choir, women’s circles and years ago. as a mason in the Plainfield area. Plains died on Friday, June 8, at Country Club, the Seaview Country Born and raised in Wilkes-Barre, many other church activities. Mrs. Barone was a homemaker. A private first class in the United Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- Club in Absecon, the Union League Pa., she had lived in Elizabeth from She was predeceased by her hus- Surviving are her husband of 53 States Army during World War II, he ter in Plainfield. 1939 until 1950, when she relocated band, Francis R. Browne, in 1966. years, Ralph Barone, Sr.; a daughter, was assigned to the Signal Battalion at Born in Léogâne, Haiti, on May Herbert L. Helfman to Westfield. Surviving are a son, Donald F. Madeline Sharkey of Long Valley; a Fort Bragg as a truck driver. 12, 1930, she lived in Scotch Plains Herbert L. Helfman of Somerville Mrs. Coutant had been employed Browne of Millington, and a daugh- son, Ralph Barone, Jr. of Westfield; He was predeceased by a brother, for the past 12 years. died on Wednesday, June 6, at his as a clerk for Elizabethtown Water a brother, Joseph Dino of Hillside; Robert J. Perrucci, Sr. Surviving are her husband, Jean Company for 22 years before retir- ter, Elizabeth L. Kapmeyer of Surviving are two sisters, Anna home. Plainfield. her twin sister, Grace Tammera of Jacques Celius; a son, Joseph Celius; Born in New York City in 1922, he ing in 1984. West Orange, and three grandchil- Perrucci of South Plainfield and Edith a brother; two sisters, and three grand- She graduated from St. Mary’s A memorial service was held on Collucci of Clinton, and two brothers, had been a resident of Somerville for dren. children. many years. High School in Wilkes-Barre and Tuesday, June 5, at the First Bap- Mario Perrucci of Forked River and Funeral services were held on tist Church. Interment was pri- A Mass of Christian Burial was John Perrucci of Somerville. Mr. Helfman was President of attended Oneonta State College in held on Thursday, June 7, in St. A Mass of Christian Burial was of- Monday, June 11, at the Memorial Somerset Financial Services and New York in the late 1930s. vate. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church Funeral Home, 155 South Avenue in She was predeceased by her hus- The Gray Funeral Home, 318 fered on Tuesday, June 12, in Our Lady general partner of the Somerset Fi- in Cranford. Interment took place at of Czestochowa Roman Catholic Fanwood. Interment followed at Hill- nance Company since 1949. band, Howard Coutant. East Broad Street in Westfield, was Woodbridge Memorial Gardens in side Cemetery in Scotch Plains. Surviving are two daughters, April in charge of the arrangements. Church in South Plainfield, following He served in the United States Woodbridge. services at the McCriskin Home for Memorial contributions may be Army Air Force during World War II Perdue of Flemington and Ruth Villa Memorial donations may be Arrangements were under the di- Funerals in South Plainfield. Interment made to Haiti Community Develop- and, as a Lieutenant, flew P-47s, and of Westfield; a son, Howard Coutant, made to the First Baptist Church, rection of the Dooley Funeral Home, took place at the Holy Redeemer Cem- ment, in care of the Memorial Fu- was a flight instructor. Jr. of Lebanon; a sister, Arlyne Bryant 170 Elm Street, Westfield, 07090. 218 North Avenue in Cranford. etery in South Plainfield. neral Home. of Elizabeth, and five grandchildren. June 14, 2001 A graduate of Somerville High June 14, 2001 June 14, 2001 June 14, 2001 School, he attended Newark College A Mass of Christian Burial was of Engineering and had worked as a held on Monday, June 11, in St. real estate broker before joining the Helen’s Roman Catholic Church in Somerset Finance Company. Westfield. Interment took place at Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Mr. Helfman was President of the Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. New Jersey Financial Services As- Arrangements were under the di- Caring & Courteous Service to the sociation from 1974 until 1976 and rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, had served as Treasurer from 1977 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 to 1985. He was also on the Advi- Memorial contributions may be sory Board of First National Bank made to the Atlantic Hospice, 33 of Central Jersey from 1976 to 1989 Bleeker Street, Millburn, 07041. and was Treasurer of Temple Beth June 14, 2001 El of Hillsborough, of which he was Westfield a founding member, in the early Harriet A. Goslick, 73 1960s. Harriet A. Rogers Goslick, 73, of 556 Westfield He was predeceased by his first Scotch Plains died on Wednesday, Avenue wife, Beverly Helfman, in 1994. June 6, in JFK Medical Center in 233-0255 Surviving are his second wife, Edison. John L. Dooley Esther Kaufman Helfman, whom he Born in South River, she had lived married in 1998; two sons, Alan in Edison before relocating to Scotch Manager Helfman of Westfield and Douglas Plains two years ago. Helfman of Catonsville, Md., and Mrs. Goslick had been employed five grandchildren. as a factory worker with the Ives Funeral services were held on Fri- Needle Company in New Brunswick day, June 8, at Temple Beth El. Inter- for 22 years before retiring in 1965. ment took place at Temple Shalom Surviving are a daughter, Lynn Cemetery in Bridgewater. Renda; her mother, Helena Rogers; Cranford Arrangements were handled by three sisters, Lillian Pintye, Olive 218 North Avenue the Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Lanning and Dorothy Fobes, and 276-0255 Home in Somerville. two grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made Services were held on Friday, June Charles V. Dooley to either Temple Beth El of 8, in the Gosselin Funeral Home in Manager Hillsborough, 67 US Highway 206, Edison. Somerville, 08876, or to the Ameri- Memorial contributions may be can Cancer Society, 600 First Av- made to the American Lung Asso- enue, Raritan, 08869. ciation. June 14, 2001 June 14, 2001 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, June 14, 2001 Page 9 Margaret Dolan Appointed Concepts & Thought To New Administrative Post WESTFIELD — At the Westfield years of experience in all phases of school THE STUDENT VIEW Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, district operations. She began her career Ten Scholarships Awarded June 6, the board unanimously approved in education as a teacher and received The weekly column written by local high school students the appointment of Dr. Margaret Dolan statewide experience as an Educational as Assistant Superintendent of Human Planner and School Improvement Coor- Resources for the Westfield Public dinator for the New Jersey Department By Westfield Musical Club Schools. She will replace David Tuller of Education. WESTFIELD – At Garwood. Westfield Teens Bestow Prior to coming to Westfield, Dr. Dolan the annual luncheon of She was a member of the was selected as principal of Deerfield the Musical Club of New Jersey Youth Sym- School in Mountainside, where she over- Westfield on Wednesday, phony Flute Forum and the Awards to Area Eateries saw the installation of a building-wide computer network, supervised 50 pro- May 16, Scholarship Region II Orchestra of New Steven- Dunkin’ Donuts (DD) in Awards Co-Chairwomen Jersey. Elizabeth also plays By STEVE KRAKAUER fessionals and 20 support staff members and ADAM TURNER Westfield- You’d think there are bet- and initiated an integrated system of Sondra Tammam and the alto saxophone, percus- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ter breakfasts? Wrong. DD provides school goals, professional improvement Helene Frieland an- sion, piano and she sings. Editor’s Note: In keeping with the you with a quick donut, bagel, egg plans and staff development. nounced the names of the She has been a member of editorial flavor of The Student View sandwich or coffee to freshen up your In announcing Dr. Dolan’s appoint- four new scholarship re- the Junior Musical Club of column, this week’s content is not reflec- day. Plus, you can get any of those ment, which is effective Sunday, July 1, cipients and the six schol- Westfield. tive of advertising contained in The items at any time, from opening until Westfield Superintendent of Schools Dr. closing. arship award winners. Rennier Marc Razal Kristen Leonora Joham, Westfield Leader and The Times of William J. Foley stated, “Dr. Dolan has Funds are raised for the daughter of Joanne H. Scotch Plains-Fanwood. Best Place for Dinner done an outstanding job as principal of these scholarships from donations Joham of Mountainside, is a senior With Your Parents * * * * * Franklin and I am excited that she is and a biennial concert at Governor Livingston Steven- The Brick Oven in Westfield- willing to offer her enormous talent in In this inaugural edition of the Stu- You get big portions and a huge menu, Dr. Margaret Dolan given by members of the High School in Berkeley dent View’s Awards, two Leader/Times managing the personnel operations of club. Heights. She will attend the but the real kicker is the atmosphere. It the district. She will also be a mentor and writers took an in-depth look into the is very Italian and all the meals, but David A. Bhasin, the Cincinnati Conservatory of flavors of the area. who is retiring. adviser to the new building principal.” son of Mr. and Mrs. Keval Music, majoring in French mostly the great pizza and pasta, taste As principal of Franklin Elementary Westfield has begun its search for a Best Ice Cream authentic. Mom and Dad are sure to Bhasin, is a senior at horn performance. She will Adam: La Crema Gelato & Caffe in School in Westfield since 1996, Dr. Dolan replacement for Dr. Dolan and Assistant Westfield High School be the recipient of the first enjoy themselves. has hired and supervised staff members, Principal Patrick Rooney, who is retiring Westfield. The best ice cream around. It Adam- The Jolly Trolley Steakhouse (WHS). He will attend Mary Jean Coffelt Memo- offers the best variety of ice cream and assisted in the planning and supervision at the end of this school year. rial Scholar. in Westfield- This classic Westfield res- of the construction of a 12,000-square- In accepting her new position, Dr. Northwestern University desserts anywhere in 07090. With a va- taurant wins. With the best environment in the fall, majoring in Presently, Ms. Joham at- riety of original flavors, such as Hazel- foot addition, helped to forge a district Dolan said, “I am delighted to have a of any restaurant, their wide variety of mission statement and five-year plan as renewed opportunity to work in Westfield violin performance. tends the Juilliard Pre-Col- nut and Cappuccino, along with their food makes this the place for parents to David has been study- lege program. She has been tasty Granitas (frozen drinks), this is the an administrative member of the Strate- which has such a longstanding tradition Elizabeth Anne Grausso take their kids for a nice evening. gic Planning team, and participated in the and a profound dedication to excellence ing the violin for seven designated a winner in the place to come to when you need some- Best Overall years, first with Lubove National Foundation for Ad- thing sweet. development of new curriculum as a mem- in education.” Adam- Chili’s Grill & Bar in Clark- ber of the district’s Instructional Council. Dr. Dolan holds both doctorate and Schnabel and currently vancement in the Arts and Steven- La Crema Gelato & Caffe in Maybe 1/10th of a mile outside of Westfield. The service is incredible, and Franklin School is Westfield’s largest master degrees in Educational Adminis- with Anton Miller. He has was also the winner of the Westfield, Chili’s is the best restaurant elementary school, with 570 students in tration from Rutgers University and a been a member of the Westfield Glee Club’s 2001 with flavors such as Roché and White nearby. Many nights have been spent Kiss, you’re bound to be impressed. grades kindergarten through fifth. Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music Edu- New Jersey Youth Sym- Scholarship. Kristin has also over plates of delicious appetizers, Dr. Dolan brings to the position 20 cation from Douglass College. phony and the Region II been a member of the Junior Also, they give out free samples like it’s chicken tacos, quesadillas, or my favor- Orchestra of New Jersey. Musical Club of Westfield. going out of style. ite, Chili’s famous BBQ Ribs. The des- Best Food for the Money For the past year, he She aspires to be a profes- sert menu is mouth-watering. Music Performance Ensembles has been a first violinist sional horn player. Steven- The Magic Grill in Garwood- Steven- The Westfield Diner in in the New York Sym- Rennier Marc Razal, the For $8, take a trip to the Original Mon- Westfield- Yes, it’s hard to pick an over- Study Jazz, Blues & More... golian BBQ and enjoy as much great all winner, but “The Diner” would have phony. He attended the son of Mr. and Mrs. Renato food as you want, cooked right in front of in Westfield Meadowmount School Razal of Scotch Plains, is a to take the cake. Not only is the food Kristen Joham you. The complete buffet lets you incor- always tasty, but you’re bound to see of Music for the past two senior at SPFHS. He will porate any combination of strange-look- Glenn Alexander summers. This summer, attend Seton Hall Univer- half of Westfield High School there on Directed by ing pieces of chicken or beef and veg- any given night. If there was one restau- Recording & Performance Artist he will study with sity, majoring in voice and etables that you want. You even get to studying music education. rant to symbolize Westfield living, “The Sarah Lawrence College, Jazz Studies Director Roland and Almita make your own sauce. Diner” would easily prevail. Vamos at the He also plays the piano, trum- Adam- Hershey’s Ice Cream & Deli- The New School,Faculty Member Weathersfield Music pet and guitar. * * * * * catessen in Westfield- With $3 for a sub Summer Session Starts June 23rd Festival. He has been a Rennier is a member of and a drink on the student specials, every Do you agree or disagree with Steven member of the Junior the 4Life Band and has per- teen should give it a try during their and Adam? Please send comments and [email protected] (908) 654-8375 Musical Club of formed in the Jazz Ensemble lunch period. questions to [email protected]. Westfield. at SPFHS. His family is from Best Pizza Elizabeth Anne the Philippines, but he moved Adam- Gennaro’s Pizzeria & Restau- Grausso, the daughter of to Kuwait before arriving in rant in Westfield- The best pizza, Italian Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. David Bhasin the United States. food and atmosphere of any pizza parlor Grausso of Scotch The six other recipients, around, you almost feel like you’re in Plains, is a senior at Scotch Plains- whose scholarships were renewed, Italy. Fanwood High School (SPFHS). She are already enrolled as music ma- Steven- La Casa Pizza in Westfield- This will attend Vanderbilt University in jors. They are: W. Alan Brown, Ed- pizzeria provides fresh, traditional-style pies Nashville, Tenn., majoring in flute ward Jackson, Jennifer Kanarek, without the excess grease and oil. performance. She presently studies Gerald Kavinski, Benjamin Best Chinese Take-Out Schwartz, and Benjamin Siegel. Steven- China Light in Westfield- Just the flute with Clarissa Nolde of as Adam earlier stretched the pizza cat- egory to incorporate the non-deliverer Gennaro’s, I’ll make the same excep- tion. Although China Light won’t bring Cristine Velazco Accepted the food to your door, the quality of the Lo Mein is worth the trip downtown. Adam- China Inn- Located next door To Forum on Medicine to Hershey’s Ice Cream & Delicatessen WESTFIELD – Recently, Cristine taking place in Philadelphia, from on South Avenue in Westfield, this is the best-kept secret as far as Chinese food is Velazco of Westfield was accepted to July 8 to 17. concerned. Featuring superior food, plas- attend the National Youth Leadership NYLF/MED is a career develop- tic containers for easy storage of left- Forum on Medicine (NYLF/MED), ment program for high school stu- overs and a free bottle of soda with a $30 dents who demonstrate academic ex- purchase, China Inn is a must-eat. Daniel Goscicki Granted cellence, leadership potential and an Best Subs Adam- Hershey’s Ice Cream & Deli- Bachelor of Arts Degree interest in medicine. Cristine will join catessen- Once again, Hershey’s wins. SCOTCH PLAINS – Daniel 350 other high school students from Jerry, Mike and the crew serve up deli- Goscicki, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Don around the country. cious subs with great service. Goscicki of Scotch Plains and a 1998 Throughout the 10-day forum, Steven- Hershey’s Ice Cream & Deli- graduate of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High NYLF/MED will introduce Cristine catessen- Exactly right, Adam. You’ve pretty much summed it up. School, has been awarded his Bachelor to a variety of concepts in public of Arts Degree in Philosophy from the Most Teen-Friendly Restaurant University of Delaware. health, medical ethics, research and Steven- Ferraro’s Restaurant in He completed the four-year bachelor general practice, including site visits Westfield- From the pizza-tossers who of arts program in only three years. While to medical facilitates and clinics. serve you a slice to the visible owners Cristine will be faced with Problem- are extremely cordial. It’s one of the at the University of Delaware, Daniel only remaining “old-school” Westfield studied clarinet and saxophone, and was Based Learning, an educational hot spots where teens can feel com- a featured soloist in both the Symphonic method familiar to most students in pletely comfortable. Band and Jazz Ensemble. medical school, where they are pre- Adam- The Magic Grill- This one can Daniel will pursue a musical career as sented with a set of patient symptoms also go on your best food for the money a member of the pop vocal group, “Lights category as Steve said, The Mongolian Out.” The group sang the National An- and must come to a diagnosis and BBQ on South Avenue may be just out- them for the Philadelphia Phillies and the prognosis for the symptoms. side Westfield, but every teen will be Richmond Braves. He performed at a In addition to site visits to medical treated to a night of good food, watching three-day gala for the newly-crowned schools and clinical facilities, Cristine a chef at work and unusually friendly Miss Teen USA with the band and par- will have the opportunity to interact service. ticipated in a cancer benefit at the Grand Best Breakfast Opera House in Wilmington, Del. with leaders within the medical field. Adam- Bagel Chateau of Westfield- Daniel and “Lights Out” will perform Students have up-close personal con- Whether you wake up at 6 a.m. or noon, at a benefit concert in July in Cape May tact with physicians, surgeons, re- head on over to “The Chat” for your morn- with Trisha Yearwood and Martina searchers, scientists and medical edu- ing meal. They offer a variety of hot McBride. “Lights Out” will commence cators as they go behind the scenes to breakfast foods and fresh bagels to be eaten in a always-clean, homey restaurant. work soon on their first CD with all view professionals at work. original material, with Michael McCary of “Boyz II Men” producing. Darielle V. Wyckoff Graduates Dickinson WESTFIELD – Darielle V. Wyckoff, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas L. Wyckoff of Westfield, and graduate of Westfield High School, received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from Dickinson College in Carlisle, P.A. Waksman Scholar Program Includes SPFHS Students SCOTCH PLAINS – Amersham Pharmacia Biotech recently hosted a poster session and awards ceremony for 17 New Jersey high schools, including Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, participating in the Rutgers University Waksman Student Scholars Program. Students investigated the genetic dif- ferences between humans and the great apes, and then presented their DNA sequencing results in poster form. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School students were chosen as winners of the poster session, to receive a credit to- ward the purchase of Amersham Pharmacia Biotech products for use in their labs. Funded by a grant from the National Institutes of Health’s National Center for Research Resources, the Waksman Student Scholars Program is designed to help high school students learn about various scientific disciplines. Amersham Pharmacia Biotech has supported the program since 1998 by providing laboratory reagents and equip- ment, student scholarship support, and the time of their scientists and staff. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, June 14, 2001 Page 11 Check it out on the Web! Sports Section - Pages 11-15 www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS PLENTY OF YOUTH PROMISES SOLID SEASON IN 2002 Blue Devil Boy Netters Share W. C. Crown, Finish 17-7

By DAVID B. CORBIN That competition kept the Blue Dev- seeded Steen Sehnert of Summit. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ils atop the Watchung Conference Junior Griffin Maloney faced many Facing several of the best teams in with a 13-1 record and earned them of the best first singles players in the New Jersey may not help the won- a share of the title with Scotch Plains- state and earned an impressive 19-7 lost percentage, but it certainly will Fanwood. record. Additionally, he gave UCT help raise the level of play. This year, Westfield’s only senior, Ryan champ Ryan Hefter of Summit a run the Westfield High School boys ten- Jones, finished 13-8 and placed third in the semifinals and eventually nis team have played top-ten teams in the Union County tournament wound up third with a, 7-5, 6-0, such as Millburn, Columbia, Sum- (UCT) with a 6-1, 6-1, win over victory over Felix Mil of Dayton. mit and Livingston and finished with Raider John Corbin. His only UCT A superb season was turned in by a respectable 17-7 overall record. loss came in the semifinals to top- sophomore third singles player Dave Eisenberg who amassed a 20-4 record and grabbed a UCT crown. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times BEST TIME...Blue Devil Alexis Anzelone re- MOC CHAMPION IN THE 400 METERS...Raider junior Ray Will- “To me, he had the best season iams crosses the finish line first to become the MOC 400-meter winner. with an individual championship corded her personal-best time at the MOC in the Union County tournament. And his losses came to some of the top people in the state,” Blue ANZELONE GETS PERSONAL-BEST IN 3200 METERS Devil Head Coach George Kapner pointed out. More impressive was Eisenberg’s sportsmanship on the Raider Ray Williams Wins court during the UCT finals. On a close call, during match point, Eisenberg immediately gave his opponent the benefit of the doubt, Meet of Champions 400 M prolonging the match. “Since there is no ref in high By DAVID B. CORBIN champion. Williams appears to take school tennis and the individual Once on the straightaway, Williams Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times picked up his pace and blew by Mor- academics seriously also as he scored players make the call, if there is Determination and hard training a bad call, there is no recourse,” ris in the final 20 meters. 1180 in his SAT’s – his first time. paid off as Scotch Plains-Fanwood “I don’t really like taking tests like said Kapner. “So you can see that “I wasn’t worried about anybody. High School junior Ray Williams I wanted to relax, not to panic and that, but I studied hard and got the he gave a favorable call” (to his flew across the finish line in :47.31 to opponent). run my own race. I just wanted to get 1180 the first time.” David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times win the state title in the 400 meters at Raider senior Derrion Aberdeen, David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times Two juniors, Shaun Simone out as fast as I could, but I don’t think Blue Devil Ryan Jones Blue Devil Griffin Maloney the Meet of Champions (MOC) in I got out very fast today. I wanted to who will attend the University Mary- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 South Brunswick on June 6. Several keep just behind everybody, relax a land Eastern Shore in Princess Anne, additional local athletes also had fine little bit, then turn it on when I needed qualified for the MOC in the long CORBIN GETS 3RD MVP, THOMPSON HAS BEST RECORD showings at the MOC. to,” said Williams. jump and the high jump and came Williams was the man to beat in And he did turn it on in the final away with a sixth place in the long the 400 meters as he had been re- 150 meters. “I knew this was my last jump with a distance of 21’9”. cording the best times in the state race in Jersey this year, so I had to gut Aberdeen, who had exceeded 22 Raider Netmen Establish Tie throughout the season and came into it out and find out what I had.” feet this season on a few occasions, the MOC undefeated. As he had all season, Williams commented, “I was feeling good Running out of lane 3, Williams pointed out the strong support from going down the lane but on the last had fair acceleration out of the block his coaches; however, the coaches two jumps, I cleared 22 but fouled on but, by the final turn, was still a few would probably agree that he has had both. For W. C. National Division steps behind John Morris of Camden. all the tools that it takes to be a CONTINUED ON PAGE 13

By DAVID B. CORBIN was named First Team All-Area and ior Terry Levine had an 11-10 record Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times All-Union County at No. 1 doubles. playing doubles and singles. Playing COOK TERRORIZED ON MOUND, LED TEAM IN BATTING Something very new occurred this Corbin, who will be attending St. primarily at second doubles, fresh- season with the Scotch Plains- Bonaventure University in Olean, man Joe Wilkinson had a super, 21- Fanwood High School boys tennis N.Y., finished his high school career 6, record and placed third in the team. Not only did the Raiders finish at 70-23 and was again selected MVP (UCT). He also won at No. 3 singles Devil Diamond Boys Impress 19-6 and place fourth in the Union and received the Sportsmanship in the victory over Westfield. Unfor- County Tournament but they defeated Award. tunately, Wilkinson will be moving rival Westfield for the first time in “He was a major factor in our to Virginia this summer. their existence and tied for first in the success as a team these past four Freshman Mike Thompson had a Foes in 2nd Half of Season Watchung Conference National Di- years. He’s just been a warrior.” ex- spectacular, 22-5, season primarily vision. pressed Blackman. “He is such a at second doubles. He was the other By SETH AUGENSTEIN hit well throughout the season. I sistent, then Cook was just outstand- “That says a lot for the Westfield positive kid. I wish I had a 100 like half of the dynamic freshman duo Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times think he was always above .400,” ing at certain times. He led the team program,” said Raider Head Coach him.” who took third in the UCT at No. 2 Winning eight out of their last 11 said Brewster. in batting average, RBI, slugging Dave Blackman. “That means they Senior Dave Jacober finished 14-9 doubles. Thompson won at No. 1 games, and beating some traditional Duelks was also a consistent fac- percentage and home runs. beat us around 78 times in-a-row.” playing doubles and singles, and jun- CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 rivals, like Cranford and Union was tor at the plate. He knocked in 27 Cook also dominated on the The Raiders were led by senior a good sign for the Westfield High runs, was third on the team in batting mound. In 58 innings, he had an Co-Captains Gennady Bekkelman at School baseball team. However, the average, and as a testament to team earned-run average of 2.17 and struck first singles and John Corbin at sec- Blue Devils, who finished 14-10, fell play, had five sacrifice flies. out 59 batters (15 of them looking). ond singles. slightly short of their goals with a But if Sofka and Duelks were con- CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 Bekkelman finished 14-13 and was loss to Plainfield in the Union County a two-year starter, finishing his ca- Tournament, and a loss to second- reer at 26-26. seeded West Orange in the semifi- “He had great commitment and nals of the North Jersey Section II never missed a varsity match,” Group IV tournament. pointed out Blackman. Juniors Jay Cook and Mike Sofka, This year, Corbin, a four-year var- and senior Mike Duelks amassed sity starter, finished 20-7 and com- notable statistics at the plate, with pleted his final high school match respective batting averages of .424, with a win over Westfield’s Dave .417, and .407. Cook and Josh Eisenberg. Ludmer led the team with four home “That was a quality win for John. runs apiece. Interestingly, both Eisenberg’s a very good player,” said Ludmer and Sofka broke the previ- Blackman. ous Westfield High School record As a freshman, Corbin finished for being hit by pitches, with nine 12-7 at No. 2 doubles and in the and eight, respectively. following year at No. 3 singles he Sofka led the team in runs scored finished 15-5 and was selected team and on-base percentage, and in the MVP. Last year, he won the Union words of Head Coach Bob Brewster, County tournament (UCT) at No. 1 “was also the most consistent hitter.” David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times doubles, was again selected MVP David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times “Jay (Cook) went on a tear at the PART OF THE DEVILS’ FUTURE...Junior Brett Picaro, diving back to first base, and finished 23-4. Additionally, he Raider senior John Corbin - Second Singles end of the season, but Mike (Sofka) was effective offensively and defensively and plans to be a shining star next year.

Scotch Plains-Fanwood May Scholar Athlete May Scholar Athlete DAVE EISENBERG – Sophomore – Boys Tennis. RAY WILLIAMS – Junior – Boys Spring Track Dave had a stellar season. In his second varsity and Field. Ray recently became the New Jersey season, he captured the Union County crown at third State Champion in the 400 meters by crossing the singles in May and finished with a 20-4 record. finish line first in :47.31 at the Meet of Champions Eisenberg has displayed a high degree of good on June 6. Williams won all of his 400 meter races sportsmanship and integrity in a sport which demands this season. An all-around athlete, he also plays it. Dave is an honor student who takes demanding football in the fall and basketball in the winter. courses. He played the lead, Julian Marsh, in the Taking academics seriously, Ray, the man with school play 42nd Street. Dave is a member of the the million dollar smile, scored 1180 in the SATs French Club, Youth Leadership Club, Temple Emanu- – on the first time. Williams displays a generous el and helps with the Key Club. and humble quality and has always been quick to credit others for his success.

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, June 14, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION CALABRESE MAKES G. L. HIGHLANDER HISTORY Lady Highlanders Conclude Successful Softball Season

By FRED LECOMTE Lauren Beasley, recorded a .351 bat- petition and from each other.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ting average (BA) with 27 hits, two The Highlander future remains The winning tradition was kept triples and 18 RBI. bright. Sophomore standout short- intact as the Governor Livingston “My preseason was the most im- stop, Peggy Lallis, batted .356 with High School softball team won the portant, as I developed confidence one home run and 17 RBI. Junior Union County title and the Mountain with my bat, while developing the Kerri Moore had a .314 average with Valley Conference title, advanced to skills to play third base,” explained 23 RBI, 27 runs scored, including the New Jersey, Section 2, Group 2 Beasley. two home runs. Sophomore Becky finals and finished 23-3. Addition- Beasley concluded her career at Ringwood batted .317 with four home ally, four-year varsity starter, senior the UCT against Scotch Plains- runs and 19 RBI. Junior, Kristen David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times catcher Jenny Calabrese, has been Fanwood with a spectacular play.” Hauser glowed with a .378 BA, 11 Raider senior Megan Miller Raider senior Katie Church recognized as the best all-around That’s a memory I will forever cher- RBI, one home run and a triple while softball player in Highlander his- ish,” said Beasley. scoring 18 runs. Junior Cecilia Fiore tory. Sophomore Kathleen Dreitlein, and sophomore Suzanne Hopkins will PINIAT, MILLER, CHURCH PUT RAIDERS ON RADAR “The past six years our teams have who excelled at first base, accumu- also add clout in the lineup. won 20 or more games,” said Head lated a .310 BA with 22 hits, a home “Our girls learn early on that hard Raider Softballers Emerged Coach Jerry Britt. “It’s a tribute to run, a triple, two doubles and 19 runs work and lots of effort is the only As One of UC Top Teams

By DAVID B. CORBIN “This year, we needed an experi- Piniat finished her career 49-19 with Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times enced catcher and Katie had origi- a 1.4 earned run average and yielded Four years ago, the Scotch Plains- nally started as a catcher but I put her just 80 walks in 442.3 innings while Fanwood softball team began its at third in previous years because of fanning 409 opponents and limiting climb from a less than mediocre team her good hitting skills,” said Butz. them to a mere .200 BA. and emerged to the top rungs of the Blom honed her skills at shortstop “She was special! She was the Union County status ladder this year. but also developed as a good clutch mainstay of our team for three years,” This successful rise to prominence hitter. She had a career batting aver- stressed Butz. “She gave up very few can be attributed primarily to the age of .314 with 45 hits, 34 RBI and walks. Her strikeout to walk ratio hitting of seniors Katie Church, 32 runs scored. This year Blom blos- was very high and she played her Megan Miller and Katie Blom and somed with 23 RBI, 19 runs scored field position very well. And, she had the superb pitching of senior Alicia a great hitting year as a senior.” Piniat. This season, the Raiders also got a As freshmen, Church, Miller, Blom lot of offensive and defensive assis- and Piniat used their skills to convert tance from junior second baseman a sub-.500, 1997 season into a 12-8 Kellie LaForge and sophomores third season in 1998. The improvement baseman Caitlin McNelis and out- fielder Lindsay Pennella. Also, fresh- Fred Lecomte for The Leader and The Times Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times continued as the Raiders finished 16- Highlander Jen Calabrese Highlander pitcher Lindsay Sheppard 7 in 1999 and 17-7 last year. This man Shanayia Willis provided some year, the Raiders received the top timely clout to the lineup. seed in the Union County tourna- LaForge was a vacuum at second ment, although falling to Governor and always found herself involved in the girls. We’re strong at all the lev- scored. way you can play for Governor Livingston in the finals, and finished a majority of putouts. As the leadoff els, with the JV’s having won the “My parents, five brothers and two Livingston,” Britt pointed out. “They 20-7 for a four-year record of 65-29. hitter, she was second on the team County Tournament two consecu- sisters always tried to attend the become aware to make a strong com- First baseman Miller, in her mar- with a .435 BA and 28 runs scored and tive years, while the freshmen also games, cheering and supporting mitment to improve their skills, atti- velous varsity career, collected 90 led in hits with 40 and stolen bases went undefeated the past two years, myself and the team, so that took tude and getting along with team- hits in 209 at bats for a .430 batting with 12. She also knocked in 20 runs. primarily due to a good influx of away any type of pressure,” said mates while becoming leaders are all average (BA) and rapped 20 doubles, “She did a super job of fielding players from Mountainside.” Dreitlein, who also credits her team- the essential things that contribute to 13 triples and three home runs while and rotating on the bunt. As a leadoff In her own quiet way, Calabrese’s mates. “Now that it’s over, I think becoming a champion on and off the stealing 35 bases. Also, she had 65 hitter, she got the offense started,” leadership, effort, hard work and how great it was to have played on field.” RBI and 50 runs scored. This year, Butz pointed out. dedication made her the champion this championship team.” she had a .383 BA, was second in McNelis was a pleasant surprise she is. Calabrese was selected 2000 Sophomore center fielder Meghan RBI with 25 and scored 19 times. and led the Raiders with a steaming All State, All County (three years), Butler was devastating with a .531 Devil Netters Share “She was an outstanding hitter and .486 BA, amassing 36 hits, 27 runs First Team Group 3, and played on BA and 39 runs scored while swiping a fine first baseman for three years,” scored, 18 RBI and nine stolen bases. the UCT championship team in 1999, 27 bases. Conference Crown 2001 and runner-up team in 2000. Asked what makes the G.L soft- said Raider Head Coach Frank Butz. Pennella batted .364 with 24 hits, 23 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 “This year she bruised her catching runs scored, 17 RBI and five stolen In her career, Calabrese had 172 ball program successful, Butler said, hand and did not have as outstanding bases. Willis stepped up from the hits in 320 at bats, 109 runs scored, “Most of us came to Governor and Ryan Miller at first doubles fin- ished 15-7 and placed third in the year offensively as she did last year, David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times junior varsity and had several game- 85 RBI, 10 home runs, 19 triples and Livingston High School having but she did well.” Raider Alicia Piniat winning RBI, including a key home 27 doubles. Amazingly, she struck played together against pretty good UCT. At second doubles, junior Devin Church played third base until she run, and finished with a .353 BA. out just 12 times. competition at the lower level, so we Power and sophomore Doug took over the catching duties in her and a .325 BA. “She is probably one of the best “Early in the year, we didn’t think knew what to expect from good com- Shineman had a 16-5 record and senior year. Church clanged 77 hits “Katie won the (shortstop) posi- hitters on the team,” said Butz of this team was going to do as well, but finished second in the UCT to for a .359 career BA. Additionally, tion last year and, this year, had only McNelis. “But she is also a good they came through with emotion and Summit’s Don Richards and Steve she thumped four home runs, 12 a few errors,” stated Butz. “What pitcher and will vie with (freshman) heart. I found that you really need to Djonne. triples and 13 doubles while collect- was really important was her very Laura Manzi for the position next play as a complete team, to trust the Five strong freshmen fared quite ing 62 RBI and 69 runs scored. This clutch hitting.” year.” other eight people on the field in well with some varsity experience. season, she batted a cool .366 with Piniat gained her acclaim as a Outfielder Megan Reddington had order to play your full potential. The Brant Miller and Rich Moran fin- 31 hits, three home runs, 24 runs pitcher but was also proficient with a .242 BA as did Amy Ondeyka. fact that this team pulled together, ished with respective records of 6-0 scored and a team-leading 31 RBI. the “metal stick”. This season, she Kelly Lusk scored 10 runs in just 31 had the trust and executed the plays and 6-1. Mike Checchio finished 5-1 had 33 hits, including nine doubles, at bats and Shannon Gallagher was made us champions. It’s nice to leave and Alex Barrett finished 4-1 while having played on two different county Alec Jaslow had a 4-2 record. PUBLIC NOTICE seven triples and a home run, and 5-for-14 with six runs scored and six batted .398. She led the Raiders in RBI for a .357 average. championship teams. I hope some of “We should have a good, solid SHERIFF’S SALE scoring with 30 and had 18 RBI. “I was very proud of all of my what I shared with our younger play- year ahead of us, but Summit, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, ers will be remembered,” said Livingston and Columbia also have CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Known for her control on the mound, outfielders. They showed a lot of poise defensively,” concluded Butz. Calabrese, who will attend Boston a lot returning,” explained Kapner. DOCKET NO. F-14629-99 University in the fall. Reflecting on the high point of the CITICORP MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- PUBLIC NOTICE Although the quality seniors will TIFF vs. HUGO PADILLA & PILAR be missed and a few positions must Junior pitcher Lindsay Sheppard, season, Kapner said, “Beating East PADILLA, HIS WIFE; JOSE I. CABRERA, SHERIFF’S SALE was outstanding, finishing with 23 Brunswick really established that ET ALS, DEFENDANT. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, be filled, the Raiders’ softball future still looks strong with several tal- wins, a 1.66 ERA and 95 strikeouts these kids could play well.” CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, For example, in the first game DATED MARCH 07, 2001 FOR SALE OF DOCKET NO. F-2156-00 ented players returning. while yielding 52 runs, 121 hits and MORTGAGED PREMISES. BENEFICIAL NEW JERSEY, INC., 29 walks. Senior third baseman against Livingston, Westfield lost 5- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- D/B/A BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO., PUBLIC NOTICE 0, but in the second at the Section 2, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by PLAINTIFF vs. PETER SCATURO, JR PUBLIC NOTICE Group 4 semifinals the score was public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- AND SHARON SCATURO, HIS WIFE, NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS 3.5-1.5. tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown ET ALS., DEFENDANT. SHERIFF’S SALE (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Describing their success in the TAY CLARK WEDNESDAY THE 27TH DAY OF JUNE DATED MARCH 07, 2001 FOR SALE OF CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, group championships, Kapner said, A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of MORTGAGED PREMISES. You are hereby summoned and required DOCKET NO. F-9170-96 “We had some very good teams with said day. All successful bidders must have By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- to serve upon FRANK J. MARTONE, P.C., 1119 ELIZABETH AVENUE ASSOCI- 20% of their bid available in cash or certified tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Plaintiff’s Attorney, whose address is 4 ATES, L.L.C., PLAINTIFF vs. 1121 some slightly better teams in our check at the conclusion of the sales. public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- Brighton Road, Clifton, New Jersey, 07012, ELIZABETH AVENUE CORP.; DENNIS David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times group. In the past, we have won with The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown an answer to the complaint (and amend- CARDONA; 61-65 GROVE STREET Blue Devil Dave Eisenberg teams not as talented.” NINETY EIGHT THOUSAND TWENTY Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on ment to complaint, if any) filed in a civil ASSOC., DEFENDANT. SIX & 64/100 ($198,026.64). WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF JUNE action in which NATIONAL CITY MORT- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE All that certain tract or parcel of land and A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of GAGE CO. is Plaintiff and WILLIAM DATED JANUARY 03, 2000 FOR SALE premises situate, lying and being in the said day. All successful bidders must have ANDERSON AND EVERLINA L. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE CITY of ELIZABETH, County of UNION 20% of their bid available in cash or certified ANDERSON, HIS WIFE, et als. are Defen- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, and State of New Jersey. check at the conclusion of the sales. dants, pending in the Superior Court of New tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Also known as Tax Lot No. 1008 W07 in The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED Jersey, Chancery Division, UNION County public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- DOCKET NO. F-15190-00 DOCKET NO. F-17394-00 Block No. 7 on the Tax Assessment map of NINETY EIGHT THOUSAND SEVEN & and bearing Docket Number F-2576-01 tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown STACIE PERSIN, MICHAEL PERSIN & DELTA FUNDING CORPORATION, the CITY of ELIZABETH, New Jersey 07202. 51/100 ($198,007.51). within 35 days after June 14, 2001 exclu- Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on LINDA TONN, PLAINTIFF vs. SUMRAJ PLAINTIFF vs. THERESA ZAMBUJO, ET More commonly known as 29 PALMER All that certain Lot, piece or parcel of sive of such date. If you fail to do so, judg- WEDNESDAY THE 11TH DAY OF JULY HARILALL, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. AL, DEFENDANT. STREET, ELIZABETH, New Jersey 07202. land, with the buildings and improve- ment by default may be rendered against A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, BEGINNING at a point in the northerly ments thereon erected, situate, lying you for the relief demanded in the complaint said day. All successful bidders must have DATED MARCH 22, 2001 FOR SALE OF DATED MARCH 20, 2001 FOR SALE OF side of Palmer Street distant along the same and being in the City of Elizabeth, County (and amendment to complaint, if any). You 20% of their bid available in cash or certified MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. easterly 100 feet from the corner formed by of Union State of New Jersey: shall file your answer and proof of service in check at the conclusion of the sales. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- the intersection of the said northerly side of BEGINNING in the southerly line of duplicate with the Clerk of the Superior The judgment amount is THREE-HUN- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Palmer Street with the easterly side of Sec- Loomis Street 209.74 feet easterly from the Court of New Jersey, Hughes Justice Com- DRED THIRTY THREE THOUSAND public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- ond Avenue; thence (1) North 14° 48' West intersection of the same with the easterly plex, 25 Market Street, CN-971, Trenton, THREE-HUNDRED EIGHT & 16/100 tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown and parallel with Second Avenue 92.75 feet; line of Fourth Avenue, as shown on map of New Jersey, 08625, in accordance with the ($333,308.16). Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on thence (2) North 73° 50' East 27 feet; thence LaFortuna Park, property of Frederick H. Rules of Civil Practice and Procedure. The property to be sold is located in the WEDNESDAY THE 11TH DAY OF JULY WEDNESDAY THE 27TH DAY OF JUNE (3) South 14° 48’ East and parallel with the Tiplin, and running This action has been instituted for the City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of first course 93.39 feet to a point in the said thence (1) in an easterly direction along purpose of (1) foreclosing a mortgage of New Jersey. said day. All successful bidders must have said day. All successful bidders must have northerly side of Palmer Street; thence (4) Loomis Street, 25 feet to the westerly line of dated October 29, 1997, made by WILL- It is commonly known as 1121-1125 Eliza- 20% of their bid available in cash or certified 20% of their bid available in cash or certified along the said northerly line of Palmer Street, Lot No. 23 on said map; IAM ANDERSON AND EVERLINA L. beth Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey. check at the conclusion of the sales. check at the conclusion of the sales. South 75° 12' West 27 feet to the point and thence (2) in a southerly direction 112.50 ANDERSON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as It is known and designated as Block No. 9, The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED The judgment amount is ONE-HUN- place of BEGINNING. feet, more or less, to the rear line of Lot No. Mortgagor(s), to NATIONAL CITY MORT- Lot No. 485. FORTY FIVE THOUSAND SEVEN-HUN- DRED THIRTY FOUR THOUSAND BEING also known as 29 Palmer Street, 26 on the aforesaid map; GAGE CO. DBA COMMONWEALTH The dimensions are approximately 90 feet DRED TWENTY & 18/100 ($145,720.18). EIGHT-HUNDRED EIGHTY TWO & 17/ Elizabeth, New Jersey and Tax Account No. thence (3) along the same in a westerly UNITED MORTGAGE COMPANY, re- x 109.02 feet x 76 feet x 10 feet x 167.54 feet The property to be sold is located in the 100 ($134,882.17). 07-1008, on the Tax Rolls of the City of direction 25 feet to the easterly line of Lot corded on October 14, 1998, in Book 6898 x 24.73 feet x 95 feet (irregular). city of Elizabeth in the County of Union, DOCKET NO: F-17394-00 Elizabeth, New Jersey. No. 27 on said map; of Mortgages for UNION County, Page Nearest cross street: Situate on the North- New Jersey. MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth BEING so much of Lot No. 17 and 2 feet thence (4) along the same in a northerly 162, and subsequently assigned to the erly side of Elizabeth Avenue, 122.58 feet Commonly known as: 645 Magnolia Av- COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW off the Westerly side of Lot No. 16 as laid direction 112.50 feet, more or less, to the plaintiff; and (2) to recover possession of from the westerly line of West Scott Place. enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206 JERSEY down on the “Map of Block “A” of lots late of said southerly line of Loomis Street and the and concerns premises commonly known Prior lien(s): SUBJECT TO UNPAID Tax Lot No. 792 in Block No. 7 STREET & STREET NO: 229 Clark Place John Peters in the City of Elizabeth”, and place of BEGINNING. as: 1413 COOLIDGE, PLAINFIELD, NEW TAXES, AMOUNT DUE IS AVAILABLE IN Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 55 TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: BLOCK recorded in Book 11 of Deeds for Union BEING known and designated as Lot No. JERSEY 07060. THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE OR FROM feet wide by 75 feet long NO.: 1 LOT NO.: 31 County, page 550, as is embraced in the 25 in Block “E” as shown on Map of If you are unable to obtain an attorney, you PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEYS UPON WRIT- Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the east- DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100 FEET X 25 above description, with a gore on Palmer LaFortuna Park, field on January 18, 1909 may communicate with the New Jersey State TEN REQUEST TO PLAINTIFF’S ATTOR- erly line of Magnolia Avenue 110.67 feet from FEET Street, directly in front of said lots. as Map No. 33-B. Bar Association by calling (908) 249-5000. NEYS. Also subject to Tax Sale Certificate the southwesterly line of Trumbull Street. NEAREST CROSS STREET: 350 feet THE above description is drawn in accor- Township/City: Elizabeth You may also contact the lawyer referral No. 4492, recording information unknown, There is due approximately the sum of from Second Street dance with a survey made by Victor Vinegra, Lot No.: 25 Block No.: E service of UNION the County of Venue by date of sale 6/3/96 original amount $8,284.62. ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY EIGHT THOU- SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE dated September 8, 1987. Street Address: 322 Loomis Street calling 908-353-4715. If you cannot afford There is due approximately the sum of SAND SIX-HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of an attorney, you may communicate with the FOUR-HUNDRED THIRTY EIGHT THOU- & 98/100 ($158,628.98) together with lawful ONE-HUNDRED FORTY ONE THOU- TWO-HUNDRED TWENTY ONE THOU- TWO-HUNDRED EIGHT THOUSAND Legal Services Office of the County of Venue SAND EIGHT-HUNDRED NINETY TWO interest and costs. SAND TWO-HUNDRED NINETY THREE SAND THREE-HUNDRED TWENTY & TWENTY EIGHT & 46/100 ($208,028.46) by calling 908-354-4340. & 42/100 ($438,892.42) together with lawful There is a full legal description on file in & 35/100 ($141,293.35) together with lawful 89/100 ($221,320.89) together with lawful together with lawful interest and costs. You, TAY CLARK, are made a party de- interest and costs. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. interest and costs. interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in fendant to this foreclosure action because There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. you hold a mortgage/lien/judgment that may the Union County Sheriff’s Office. this sale. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn affect the mortgaged premises and the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. mortgage being foreclosed herein. You are this sale. SHERIFF this sale. this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH entitled to Notice of this action for any right, RALPH FROEHLICH ZUCKER, GOLDBERG RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF title, claim or interest you may have in, to or SHERIFF & ACKERMAN, ATTORNEYS SHERIFF SHERIFF MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, against said mortgaged premises. STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, 1139 Spruce Drive WILLIAM M.E. POWERS, JR. FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. P.C. - LAW OFFICES Dated: June 6, 2001 NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LL PO Box 1024 CHARTERED Suite 201 Suite 600 DONALD F. PHELAN, Clerk, Suite 300 Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 737 Stokes Road 7 Century Drive 216 Haddon Avenue Superior Court of New Jersey 293 Eisenhower Parkway 1-908-233-8500 PO Box 1088 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 FRANK J. MARTONE, P.C. 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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Westfield High School senior eight-way tie for sixth in the high Alexis Anzelone continued to im- jump. prove her time in the 3,200 meters by “It wasn’t the best day I ever had. finishing ninth with a time of 11:14 I didn’t get the steps down the way I – more than seven seconds better would have liked, but I was very than her previous personal best. happy to be here,” said Monroe. “I tried to run a good first mile, Highlander junior Daria Szkwarko definitely in the 5:30’s. But I started soared a personal-best 10 feet to to get a little tired and let the race slip finish seventh in the pole vault and away from me. But, on the last senior Andrew Whitney cleared 13’6” straightaway, I saw the clock. And, I to place fifth in the boys’ event. wanted to break under the twenties “She specializes in the pole vault and finish my season out strong,” and works with Whitney,” Gorski explained Anzelone. pointed out. “That’s definitely good David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Blue Devil Sara Burke missed her for her.” GETTING THE ATTENTION OF THE MEDIA...Raider Ray Williams is all bid for high placement in the pole Szkwarko, whose previous best was smiles as he is interviewed by CN8 TV after winning the 400 meters at the Meet vault but did clear 8’6”. Senior CJ 9’6” at the Summit Relays takes her of Champions. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Dodge, with a time of 4:26.92, fin- pole vaulting quite seriously. A STEADY FORCE FOR WESTFIELD...Co-Captain Nick Geissler was a ished fourth in the Coed 1,600 wheel- “We practice from 3 to 6 (o’clock) steady, reliable source of pitching strength for the Blue Devils this season. WESTFIELD RETURNS 14 VETERANS chair race. everyday Monday through Friday. Governor Livingston Highlander I like to practice on Sundays if I Dana McCurdy finished ninth in the can. I go to clinics in the summer 400 hurdles with a Governor and weight train. I used to be a Devil Diamond Boys Impress Blue Devil Ladies Sight Livingston High School record time gymnast. That’s what got me of 1:03.93. started,” she said. “It was a school record by a sec- Rahway’s Danny Johnson grabbed Foes in 2nd Half of Season ond,” said Highlander Head Coach first in the 100 and 200 meters with Positive Laxer Future Bill Gorski. “She smacked it. She respective times of :10.3 and :20.93. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 did great.” Emmanuel Daux of Linden won the On the way to a 5-3 record, opposing By ADAM TURNER ing fun and hoping to go further,” bats within striking distance. Senior Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times McCurdy also placed second in 110 hurdles with a time of :13.66. batters managed a mere .242 average lefty Nick Geissler went 5-2 with a said Korecky. her heat in the 100 hurdles with a Although not placing in the top-eight, The Westfield High School girls Other big wins featured a 10-7 win against his pitch of choice, a blazing 4.58 ERA, and struck out 34 in 47.33 time of :15.1 but did not place in the Union Catholic Viking Katie fastball. innings. Brian Butts went only 2-4, Lacrosse team ended its season on a over Rutgers Prep, a 16-13 well- top eight overall. Marshall finished sixth in her heat in negative note with a 20-10 loss to contested match against Newark Brewster has high hopes for Cook’s but in the 35 innings he pitched, he Senior Highlander Maya Monroe the 3,200 meters with a time of senior year. “Cook was feared as had a 4.0 ERA and five complete Hunterdon Central to send them home Academy and a 16-14 squeaker over leaped a height of 5’4” to finish in an 11:52.3. packing after playing one game in Kent Place. both a pitcher and a hitter. He has games. The team ERA was 3.87, and the state tournament. With a young Next year’s squad will return 14 of already tied the career home run the pitching staff limited opposing core of players the Devils were not 21 varsity players, including leading record for the school. If he can im- batters to a meager .272 average. expecting too much, but a first round scorers Morgan Lang and Brittany prove in pitching as well as in hit- What is perhaps the best news for exit is not what they wanted. Miller. Raider Netmen Establish Tie ting, he’ll be even more of a force to this team is that almost the entire The team worked around their ex- “Morgan Lang is an outstanding be reckoned with,” the coach said. starting lineup will return next year. perience deficiency to put up a 9-8 lacrosse player, she’s so versatile The other Westfield pitchers were Brewster is confident in the way that record and get better as the season and does everything for the team. We For W. C. National Division also effective, and kept the Westfield the team developed towards the end progressed. relied on Brittany to put the ball into CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 of the season, and expects them to Senior Tri-Captain Jenny Korecky the back of the net all season long,” improve even more next season, and doubles in the victory over Westfield “Dave will always be able to look make it to the finals of the state said, “The most important thing is said Korecky. and ended up with the best winning back on his final high school tennis the amount of improvement we had Elyse Goldweitz and Elizabeth tournament. percentage – 81% – on the team. match where he won at No. 2 doubles “We had a lot of underclassmen during the season. We had a brand Perella will return to captain the team “Mike will most likely be my No. in our victory over Westfield,” said new team who had never played to- as well as Lang. Sophomores Ashley like Sofka and Cook who stepped up 1 singles player next year,” predicted Blackman. this year. They are returning, and gether and we just got better and Kent, Christine Pirot, Staci Spass and Blackman. “He is a very strong and Junior Eric Yang and sophomore better.” Julie Vanarelli will come back to play that can only be good for our record smart player on the court.” Harry Yang finished 2-0 and 1-2, next year,” he explained enthusiasti- Tri-Captains, Korecky, Katie with a successful J.V. team and the Rounding out the starting lineup is respectively. Sophomore Simon Schott and Julie Phelan anchored the rest of the Devils who hope that next cally. sophomore Josh Sanders who played Poplyansky finished 2-1 and will Whatever the outcome of next year, team although shoulder surgery per- season will be their year. all season at No. 1 doubles and fin- move into the starting line-up next mitted Phelan from playing. This The only question is who will take the end of this season was an exciting ished 18-7. He took fourth in the year most likely as a doubles player. one for Westfield baseball, and there was a big loss for the team right from over Sara Beth Euwer’s spot in be- UCT and is expected to jump into the Senior Divya Mehta finished 2-0, the start. tween the posts as the Devils take the is only optimism for a stronger team singles line-up next year. sophomores Dan Kurtter and Joey next year. With three games left in the season field next year? Competing for the Senior Rob Bugg finished 3-3 and Pearson both finished 1-0 and junior the girls were 7-7 and on the border job will be this year’s back up had a four-year varsity record of 20- Jesse Rogowsky finished 1-0. Fresh- PUBLIC NOTICE of not making states. With a trio of Vanarelli, J.V. goalie junior Jen Star 11. man Adam Corbin, an excellent tough teams left to play the Devils and the freshman goaltender from “Rob was the first player I would doubles player, finished with a 2-0 TOWN OF WESTFIELD stepped up and won two of three to this season. turn to whenever one of the starters record. Blackman believes that BOARD OF HEALTH move on. This brought them into the Commenting on the upcoming sea- was unavailable,” said Blackman. Corbin will most likely move into a Public notice is hereby given that Board of game against Hunterdon Central. son Goldweitz said, “We had a few Senior Dave Sigmon, an excellent starting position next year. Health Ordinance No. 83 entitled “An Ordi- “Coming into the last game, we difficulties this year, but the J.V. was soccer player, finished 1-0 and was “We will be very young next year nance relating to salaries of officers and barely made it and we weren’t being strong so we will hopefully have a employees of the Board of Health of the also a four-year varsity player who but will have experience under our Town of Westfield, County of Union, State unrealistic. But we were always hav- good season next year.” specialized in doubles. belts,” said Blackman. of New Jersey,” was adopted at a meeting held on June 4, 2001. David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times This Ordinance shall take effect immedi- See it all on the Web! DOUBLE TERROR...Junior Blue ately after publication as required by law. Jen Korecky Receives Devil Jay Cook has been a terror with Marylou Fashano-Soltis www.goleader.com the “metal stick’ in addition to being Board Secretary Scholar/Athlete Award very effective on the mound. 1 T – 6/14/01, The Leader Fee: $14.28 Jenny Korecky was selected among ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ all (male and female) Westfield High School athletes to receive the 2001 2000 RAIDER SOCCER CAMP NJSIAA Scholar-Athlete award. Act- at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School ing Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco Director: Tom Breznitsky – SP-F Boys’ Varsity Coach addressed the scholar-athletes at a in association with dinner in their honor at the Pines In THE DUTCH SOCCER ACADEMY Edison last month. Director: Roger Bongaerts – European Training Specialist A letter sent from the Governor SESSION II – July 31-August 4 read, “It gives me great pleasure to Camp Features Camp Features B G congratulate you on being selected • Tactical Camp for Teams • Novice to Advanced O I as a New Jersey State Interscholastic R • Goalkeepers School Athletic Association Scholar. You are • Ability Grouping Y • Indoor Facilities • Kinder Soccer Program L among New Jersey’s finest and bright- S S • Family Discounts est students, and I hope you continue to inspire others by your example.” OPENINGS STILL AVAILABLE Tom Breznitsky – (908) 322-6102 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Boys’ Varsity Soccer Coach, Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School HEART AND SOUL OF THE TEAM...Jen Korecky, center, has been a major Home of the ’87, ’89, ’91, ’92, ’95, ’97, ’98 NJ State Champions Boys Soccer Team ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ inspiration for the Blue Devil girls lacrosse team this season. Early Registration Discount ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ ❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍❍ RAIDER WRESTLING CAMP 2001 Governor Livingston High School Sponsored by the Scotch Plains-Fanwood P.A.L. Door Boy GRADES 3 - 8 June 2001

The goal of the Raider Wrestling Camp is to provide young wrestlers Scholar Athletic Award with a fun and exciting wrestling experience. Scotch Plains-Fanwood PRESENTED TO High School Gymnasium. SOCCER SKILLS June 25-29 (9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) AND DRILLS INC. Frank Cavallo Camp Director: Dave Bello, Scotch Plains-Fanwood Senior Highlander Baseball Right Fielder. High School Head Wrestling Coach Cavallo, a lefty, was an offensive terror with a PROGRAM: Each day will consist of proper warm-up, instruc- Because A Left Foot Is A Terrible Thing To Waste .423 batting average, which included 30 hits, tion, drilling, games and live wrestling. Wrestlers will be paired A YEAR ROUND SOCCER TUTORING by weight and ability level. Please provide your own snack. SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES, WE six doubles and 21 runs scored. He played on SPECIALIZE IN THE DEVELOPMENT FEE: $100.00 per person (includes instruction, camp T-shirt, OF BALL CONTROL SKILLS. the 2000 North Jersey, Section 2, Group 2 wrestling syllabus, pizza party on Friday, camp champ awards, Summer Clinics: June State Championship team. Frank is a Co- insurance). 25th thru August 17th President of the National Honor Society, a To register, and for information, contact Dave Bello 908-233-4418 (908) 753-8240 member of the Spanish Honor Society and a Enroll early, space is limited. Tom Turnbull, Dir. 2001 Presidential Scholar.

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Door Boy OVERHEAD GARAGE DOORS 676 Springfield Avenue, Berkeley Heights • (908) 464-1440 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, June 14, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION St. Bart’s Oldtimers Men’s Softball League Results: St. Blaise chipped away a run in the Angels Division: fifth, the sixth and the seventh innings. TEAM W L Pct. Tom Straniero, Mike Camfield and Frank St. Jude 5 1 .833 Chupko had two hits and two RBI each. St. Blaise 3 2 .600 St. Joseph 3 2 .600 Rich Varsolana had three hits and two St. James 2 4 .333 RBI. For St. Patrick, Lee DiDonato, St. Paul 1 4 .200 Gerado Riepe and Tony Perconte had two hits apiece. Saints Division: St. Michael 7, St. Joseph 6 TEAM W L Pct. Dennis Surburg’s St. Michael won it St. Louis 3 2 .600 in the bottom of the seventh. Larry Shaub St. Patrick 3 2 .600 and Bobby Pielhau had three hits each. St. Thomas 3 3 .500 Joe Cocuzza contributed three RBI on UNION COUNTY CHAMPS...Westfield’s Junior Varsity Baseball team cap- St. Michael 2 3 .400 St. Anne 1 3 .200 two hits. Matt Fugett had two hits and tured the Union County title by defeating top-seeded Union, 2-1. Andrew three RBI for St. Joseph. Together, the Garrison pitched his team to the victory allowing only three hits. The team is St. Jude 8, St. Anne 3 defenses made five double plays. coached by Ken Miller and finished with a record of 13-7. Successive singles by Joe Matuska, Steve Ferro, John Chupko, Dennis St. Jude 6, St. Paul 3 Hercel, Tony Perfilio, Billy Hicks and Tom Ulichny, Paul Raphael, John Tom Ulichny, highlighted a big second Chupko had perfect nights at the plate. WESTFIELD REPEATS AS CHAMPIONS…The Westfield Wave U-10 girls Union County Senior 50+ inning for St. Jude. Tony Williams con- Kevin “Bagels” made several quality soccer team won its division of the Westfield Cup, repeating its feat of a year ago. tributed two hits for the losers. plays at shortstop. Norm Hansen, John The Wave had to defeat some tough “select teams” from Staten Island, Kearny, Reynolds, and Greg Gansel turned a Rockaway, Long Island and Morristown to reach the finals where they defeated St. Paul 13, St. Thomas 10 good looking double play for St. Paul. Softball League Results: Jim Cassidy pitched and batted his Scotch Plains 4-2. The championship highlighted yet another fun and successful team to victory. Glen Walz had (2 hits, 2 St. Thomas 17, St. Louis 8 season. Pictured, left to right, are: front row; Caroline Albanese, Adrienne Antones Pub & Grill 16, Nilsen Detec- Crest Refrigeration 32, Rehabco 17 RBI), Norm Hansen (3 hits, 2 RBI) and The “Tom” boys scored eight runs in Spiegel and Tara Handza; back row, Elizabeth Schoenbach, Casey Jo Williamson, tive Agency 8 Mangel Realtors 18, LA Law 10 Marty Marks (2 RBI, 2 hits, 1 HR). Keith the fifth. Ed Marchelitis and Kevin Kate Sheridan, Katie Kline, Hannah Wharam, Taylor Manetti, Kim Ripperger Ron Ivory and Alan Feigenbaum hit Mick McNicholas (4 hits), Dave Gibbons attempted to pitch and bat his Lonegran were the offensive stars. Mark and Kathryn MacGuire. three-run homers for Nilsen. Dempsey (3 hits), Al Daddio (3 hits, 2 team to victory but fell short. DeFrancesco, Steve Pirella, Jeff Fried- Marion Jacobson Roofing 14, Comcast triples) and Tom Dick (3 hits, triple) for lander, Tony Dziedzic and Al Rezza all Sparx Take Second in Westfield Cup, St. Jude 9, St. Louis 6 had multiple hit games for St. Louis. Cablevision 5 Mangel. Bob Grant homered and Joe The middle of the St. Jude lineup Cleveland Horton was 3-for-3 as was LaPlaca had three hits for the Lawmen. provided most of the offense in the fifth St. Blaise 10, St. James 6 Bill Monaco (4 RBI). Horton made sev- Down Wildcats in Season Finale Creative Industries 15, Il Giardino inning. Mike Rivera also provided fire In a game played at Milt Campbell, eral sparkling defensive plays. For Restaurant 8 power at the top of the order. Mark named in honor of the Olympic The Scotch Plains-Fanwood U-10 1, in their season’s final game. Comcast, Ron Virgilio (3 hits), Karl For Creative, Ralph DelVacchio (4 DeFrancesco, Al Antoine, Jim Sheehan Decathalon champion, Brian Williams Sparx faced off against Westfield and Goalie Kelly Dyckman worked hard Grossmann, Frank D’Amato, Pat Sarullo hits) and Ed Malko, Bob Canales, Charles and Tom Rutkowski all had three hits for and Rich Varsolona provided most of the fell, 4-2, in the championship round of and stayed on her toes throughout the and Charles Lehman added two hits each. Brown, Joe Murano (3 hits each). Tom St. Louis. firepower for Captain Tom Sherwin’s the Westfield Cup on Monday, May 28. half. Stephanie Glover demonstrated team. Bob Stratton and Jim Hoelzel had The Sparx’s efforts earned them second expert ball handling skills. Sheryl Rehabco 32, Union Center Savings Price, Dean White, Ralph Eisenberger St. Blaise 10, St. Patrick 7 Bank 23 and John Anderson had multi hits for perfect nights at the plate for the Jimmies. place. On Sunday, June 3, the Sparx Markovits and Brittney Veeck kept up For Rehabco, Ed Malko (6 hits, triple), Giardino’s. downed the Edison United Wildcats, 2- the pressure. Kimberley Shelus scored, amid further offensive play by Katie Buddy Brazaitis and Pete Osborn (5 Creative Industries 12, Mangel Real- hits), Bob Bierman (4 hits, HR), Lionel Cornacchia and Jenna McGarry, and the tors 5 Scotch Plains Men’s half ended, 2-1, Westfield. Genello and Phil Vellucci (4 hits). Dan Dom Deo, Bob Canales, George D’Arcy (double and HR), Joe Although goalie Christina Camarda Merlo, Ed Malko and Sy Feingold (2 hits Softball Standings: provided excellent goal tending Mitarotonda (3 hits) and Bob Swigel (2 each) and Don Robertson (3 hits, HR, 3 hits) for Union Center. DIVISION A Westfield managed to score two goals in RBI) for Creative. Mick McNicholas (3 (As of June 6) the second half. Jennie Altman scored Nilsen Detective Agency 20, The Of- hits) and Jerry Halfpenny and Rich Conzo TEAM W L T the Sparx second goal. fice 3 (2 hits each) for Mangel’s. Checchio Chiropractic 9 0 0 Against the Wildcats, McGarry at- Alan Feigenbaum, Bruce Bilotti, Al Il Giardino Restaurant 14, Haven Sav- The Stanley Cup 6 3 1 tempted multiple shots on goal, while Theresa and Lou Kruk led Nilsen with ings Bank 4 Ferrara’s Auto Center 6 4 0 Corinne Walker prevented Edison’s scor- three hits each. Jerry Barrett and Ron Themis 5 4 0 ing attempt. Altman scored the half’s Lionello Genello (3 hits, HR) and Pep Again 5 5 1 Ivory hit two-run homers. Frank DeDomenico, Ralph Eisenberger, only goal on a rebound. Goalies Jennifer Neighborhood Painting 3 8 0 Gassler and Camarda kept the opponent Legg Mason 22, The Office 21 Dean White, Tom Price (2 hits each) for D&L Locksmith 2 6 0 For The Office, Blair Rush was 5-for- Giardino. Jade Isle 2 8 2 scoreless. In the third quarter, Markovits took a 5, Larry Rehak scored five runs and Chip 50 + DIVISION 1 Weiss and Howard Smith homered. DIVISION B daring shot on goal, while goalie Altman (As of June 8) TEAM W L T further frustrated the Wildcats. Led by Comcast Cablevision 18, Antones Pub TEAM W L Chico’s Bail Bonds 6 0 0 Camarda, the Sparx completed a beauti- & Grill 1 Antones Pub & Grill 8 2 Cellular Signal Plus 9 2 0 Theresa’s Mojave Grill 8 3 0 ful team goal in the fourth, during which Charles Lehman (4 hits), Tom Nilsen Detective Agency 7 2 Glover demonstrated impressive deflec- Lombardi (3 hits, 6 RBI), Karl Bottoms Up 7 3 Fridays 3 5 0 Comcast Cablevision 6 4 Homestead 2 6 0 tion, and Dyckman contributed formi- Grossmann, Pat Sarullo and Dom Deo (3 Legg Mason 4 6 THIRD GENERATION LAXERS...Playing lacrosse is not always hard work as Misfits 2 7 0 dable goaltending. The Wildcats did hits each) for Comcast. Panther Paintball/P. Office 1 8 0 score in the final moments. 50 + DIVISION 2 these third generation laxers indicate. Pictured, left to right, are: Jack Molloy, Union Center National Bank 12, Legg TEAM W L John Bohlinger, Tim Werner and Paul Werner. Mason 9 Marion Jaconson Roofing 6 2 Jim D’Arcy and David Bell (3 hits), The Office 3 7 Roger Grutzmacher, Bob Renaud, Sal Union Center Nat. Bank 3 7 Westfield PAL Flag Youth Lax Grows SP-F Unico Seeks Sponsors Labella and Dennis Baker (2 hits each) Crest Refrigeration 2 8 for The Bank. Rehabco 1 7 Football Sign-Up: Up in Westfield Bottoms Up 16, Crest Refrigeration 0 60 + DIVISION For Charity Golf Outing TEAM W L Sign-up for the Westfield PAL foot- Steve Bohlinger, a former All-Ameri- Bottoms Up 19, Union Center Savings Mangel Realtors 5 1 ball and NFL Flag football leagues will can lacrosse player, and Chris Molloy, The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Chapter would like to sponsor a hole, every little Bank 3 Creative Industries 5 2 be held on Saturday, June 16, in front an outstanding midfielder at Hobart of UNICO will hold its annual Frank J. bit goes a long way. LA Law 3 3 of the Town Bank of Westfield at their College, will run the 3rd and 4th grade Lestarchick Memorial Golf Classic on For more information, please call the PUBLIC NOTICE Haven Savings Bank 3 4 new location at the corner of Elm Street program of the Westfield Lacrosse Club. Monday, August 6, at Panther Valley UNICO chapter at (908) 889-2200 or Il Giardino Restaurant 1 7 and Quimby from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Fundamentals and fun are the key learn- Golf and Country Club in Allamuchy. visit http://community.nj.com/ TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Applications can also be obtained from ing components for this age group. The PUBLIC NOTICE UNICO is the largest Italian-American UNICOSCOTCH PLAINS. Contribu- NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting Kehler’s Athletic Balance Sporting enthusiasm and level of play has grown tions can be mailed to Scotch Plains- of the Township Council of the Township of service organization in the United States. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Goods Store on South Avenue in Scotch Plains, held in the Council Chambers along with the popularity. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Chapter Fanwood Chapter of UNICO, P.O. Box ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT in the Municipal Building of said Township on Westfield. For additional information, “We went from 30+ active partici- is in its 27th year and has donated thou- 10, Scotch Plains, 07076. Tuesday, June 12, 2001, there was intro- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on please call the PAL office at (908) 233- pants in 2000 to 65 this season,” stated sands of dollars to charities and local duced, read for the first time, and passed on JUNE 21, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. in the Munici- 7105. Bohlinger. scholarships since its inception. The golf such first reading, the following ordinance: pal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Starting in March, the group prac- outing attracts over 130 golfers and lunch Plains, New Jersey, the Scotch Plains Zon- WTA Men’s Singles AN ORDINANCE PERMIT- PUBLIC NOTICE ticed together twice a week with the guests. Proceeds will be donated to the ing Board of Adjustment will hold a Special TING GAMES OF CHANCE emphasis on skill development and Deborah Hospital Foundation and other Meeting to consider the following appeal: BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Tennis Ladder Told ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER PLANNING BOARD game fundamentals. By April, the boys UNICO charities. 23, 2001 IN THE TOWNSHIP MARKE ENTERPRISES, INC., t/a Notice is hereby given that on June 27, were divided into four teams who Each year this event has grown. Com- 1. Chris Callahan 29. Steve Satkin OF SCOTCH PLAINS Bowcraft Amusement Park, a non-con- 2001 at 8:00 p.m. in the Borough Hall of the panies such as Time Inc., Think Tek, 2. Vince Camuto 30. Alan Lo forming use in the ML-1 Zone, for a bifur- played each other on a rotation basis The Purpose of the Ordinance: To allow any Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine Cindy Pools, 21st Century Shows and 3. Joseph Alfano 31. David Ferio cated Use Variance to permit the installa- each Saturday afternoon through May. charitable organization to conduct games of Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey the Fanwood 4. Robert Errazo 32. Chris Wendel tion of a water playground, a maintenance Games usually began after 5 p.m. as to Rossi Funeral Homes have already com- chance (raffle) on Sunday, September 23, Planning Board will hold a public hearing to 5. Gary Wasserman 33. Jeff Sobel building and re-configured and additional mitted donations. Whether you have few 2001 provided steps are taken to secure a consider the appeal of Mr. James Chiariello minimize conflicts with other sport 6. Jason Sprung 34. Matt DeSantis parking at the property located at 2545 dollars you would like to contribute or license for the holding of same. for a minor and final subdivision (9.01B) on activities. 7. Mike Gonnella 35. Peter Yu Route 22 West, Scotch Plains, New Jer- A public hearing for same will be held on the property at 194 North Martine Avenue, Parent support has been critical to the 8. Steve Parker 36. Jim Oslislo sey (Block No. 4802, Lots Nos. 9, 10, 11 Tuesday, June 26, 2001 at 8:00 p.m. in the Fanwood, New Jersey also known as Block 9. Tom Shannon 37. Donald Dohm and 12). Said proposals constitute an ex- growth and success of this program as Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, No. 15, Lots Nos. 18 & 18A on the Fanwood 10. Russell Finestein 38. Dewey Rainville pansion of a non-conforming, use, pursu- many help coach and cheer on these F-SP YMCA Offers or any time and place to which a meeting for Tax Map. The following bulk variance is 11. Dave Leiz 39. David Muroff ant to Section 23-3.8 of the Zoning Ordi- boys. The dedication and commitment the further consideration of such ordinance requested from the Land Use Ordinance of 12. Jaime Celorio 40. Anil Kapur nance, which requires the granting of a shall from time to time be adjourned, and all the Borough of Fanwood: of these kids and their families lay a Multi-Sports Camps 13. Chris Camuto 41. Ernest Jacob Use Variance. persons interested will be given an opportu- 12.04E2 Nature of Deficiency: lot width great foundation for the future of 14. Frank DeSantis 42. Todd Krell All interested persons may be present The Fanwood-Scotch Plans YMCA nity to be heard concerning such ordinance. Permitted: 75 feet Present: 60 feet Pro- Westfield Lacrosse. 15. Peter Magierski 43. Steven Cheah and be heard. will offer multiple sport camps over A copy of same may be obtained from the posed: 60.9 feet and such other relief that 16. Weldon Chin Albert Chow The file pertaining to this application is in “We have a good thing and it’s only the summer, including Gymnastics for office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park the board may deem appropriate. 17. Mike Feldman David Armstrong the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- going to get better,” concluded children. The variety of camps will Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- All interested persons may be present 18. Lawrence Seltzer George Sincox ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch Bohlinger. “The fun has just begun!” tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and heard. offer activities for kids age 3 to 13 19. Simon Lee John Dalton Plains, and is available for public inspection Monday through Friday by any member of The file pertaining to this application is depending on the discipline. 20. Alex Winnicker Jon Eisenberg during regular office hours. the general public who wants a copy of available for public inspection during normal PUBLIC NOTICE The sports camps include; Gymnas- 21. Allen Yu Leonard Cerefice Linda M. Lies same without cost. business hours from the Secretary of the tics, basketball, golf and combo sports. 22. Neal Luppescu Lloyd Marks Secretary to the BOROUGH OF FANWOOD BARBARA RIEPE Board at the Administration Offices of the 23. James Bender Mark Fischbach Zoning Board of Adjustment PLANNING BOARD For more detailed information, please Township Clerk Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine 24. Tuyen Diep Michael Schuvart Township of Scotch Plains Notice is hereby given that on June 27, call the Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA 1 T – 6/14/01, The Times Fee: $31.62 Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. 25. Steven Kreutzer Peter Sharpe 1 T – 6/14/01, The Times Fee: $30.09 2001 at 8:00 p.m. in the Borough Hall of the at (908) 889-8880. Mr. James Chiariello Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine 26. Bill Wilhelm Ross Errazo PUBLIC NOTICE 194 North Martine Avenue Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey the Fanwood 27. Joseph Donnolo Tony Britt PUBLIC NOTICE Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 Planning Board will hold a public hearing to PUBLIC NOTICE 28. Andrew Ross Steve Purdy SHERIFF’S SALE 1 T – 6/14/01, The Times Fee: $27.54 consider the appeal of Mr. Noel DeMarsico Warren Siao SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE to widen his driveway on the property at 75 SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PUBLIC NOTICE North Glenwood Avenue, Fanwood, New SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PUBLIC NOTICE DOCKET NO. F-17891-00 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Jersey also known as Block No. 47, Lot No. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, ALLIANCE MORTGAGE COMPANY, DOCKET NO. F-10601-99 SHERIFF’S SALE 33 on the Fanwood Tax Map. The following DOCKET NO. F-12700-00 SHERIFF’S SALE PLAINTIFF vs. AGOSTINHO G. DE CITICORP MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, bulk variance is requested from the Land FLEET MORTGAGE CORP., SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CARVALHO A/K/A AGOSTINO GOMES TIFF vs. FILLETTE VALESTIN; MARIE S. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Use Ordinance of the Borough of Fanwood: PLAINTIFF vs. EFSTATHIOS CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DECARVALHO; ET ALS, DEFENDANT. DORCEUS, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. DOCKET NO. F-5509-00 18.06A Nature of Deficiency: driveway MALETOS; DENIS LEWIS; JESUS DOCKET NO. F-6395-00 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE width Permitted: 10 feet Present: 9 feet MARMOLEJOS, DEFENDANT. CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE DATED MARCH 21, 2001 FOR SALE OF DATED MARCH 09, 2001 FOR SALE OF CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. CARIDAD Proposed: 19 feet and such other relief that CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. VICTOR MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. PRADOS, ET AL., DEFENDANT. the board may deem appropriate. DATED NOVEMBER 28, 2000 FOR SALE DOMINGUEZ, ET AL., DEFENDANT. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, All interested persons may be present OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by DATED SEPTEMBER 28, 2000 FOR SALE and heard. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- DATED JULY 31, 2000 FOR SALE OF public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. The file pertaining to this application is tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by MORTGAGED PREMISES. tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- available for public inspection during normal public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by business hours from the Secretary of the tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by WEDNESDAY THE 27TH DAY OF JUNE WEDNESDAY THE 27TH DAY OF JUNE public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- Board at the Administration Offices of the Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine WEDNESDAY THE 27TH DAY OF JUNE tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown said day. All successful bidders must have said day. All successful bidders must have Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on 20% of their bid available in cash or certified 20% of their bid available in cash or certified WEDNESDAY THE 11TH DAY OF JULY Mr. Noel DeMarsico said day. All successful bidders must have WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF JUNE check at the conclusion of the sales. check at the conclusion of the sales. A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of 75 North Glenwood Road 20% of their bid available in cash or certified A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED The judgment amount is ONE-HUN- said day. All successful bidders must have Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 check at the conclusion of the sales. said day. All successful bidders must have FIFTY SIX THOUSAND NINE-HUNDRED DRED TWENTY TWO THOUSAND 20% of their bid available in cash or certified 1 T – 6/14/01, The Times Fee: $26.52 The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED 20% of their bid available in cash or certified & 97/100 ($156,900.97). NINE-HUNDRED SEVENTY SIX & 47/ check at the conclusion of the sales. THIRTY SEVEN THOUSAND SEVEN- check at the conclusion of the sales. The property to be sold is located in the 100 ($122,976.47). The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED PUBLIC NOTICE HUNDRED SIX & 82/100 ($137,706.82). The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of The property to be sold is located in the EIGHTY FOUR THOUSAND TWO-HUN- The property to be sold is located in the SEVENTEEN THOUSAND SIX-HUN- UNION, and the State of New Jersey. CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07201, DRED NINETY TWO & 95/100 BOROUGH OF FANWOOD CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of DRED EIGHTY FOUR & 24/100 Tax LOT NO. 923 BLOCK NO. 2 County of UNION and State of New Jersey. ($184,292.95). PLANNING BOARD UNION, and the State of New Jersey. ($117,684.24). COMMONLY KNOWN AS 18 SOUTH Commonly known as: 1059 LAFAYETTE Property to be sold is located in the City Notice is hereby given that on June 27, LOT NO. 836 BLOCK NO. 8 Property to be sold is located in the City SECOND STREET A/K/A 18-20 SOUTH STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY of Elizabeth, County of Union and State 2001 at 8:00 p.m. in the Borough Hall of the COMMONLY KNOWN AS 524 JACK- of Elizabeth, County of Union and State SECOND STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW 07201 of New Jersey Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine SON AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JER- of New Jersey JERSEY 07206 Tax Lot No. 890 in Block No. 9 Premises commonly known as 740 Magie Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey the SEY 07201 Premises commonly known as 916 Anna Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) Dimension of Lot: approximately 25 feet Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208 Fanwood Planning Board will hold a public Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207 50.00 feet wide by 100.00 feet long. wide by 105.08 feet long. BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 1324, hearing to consider the appeal of Mr. Eric 120.05 feet wide by 33.33 feet long. BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 131, Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the Nearest Cross Street: Catherine Street BLOCK NO. 10, on the official Tax Map of Barnett for a bulk variance to erect a deck Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the BLOCK NO. 8, on the official Tax Map of the SOUTHEASTERLY side of SOUTH SEC- Situated at a point on the northeasterly the City of Elizabeth on the property at 9 Shady Lane, Fanwood, NORTHWESTERLY side of JACKSON City of Elizabeth OND STREET, 200.00 feet from the SOUTH- sideline of Lafayette Street distance approxi- Dimensions: 40 feet x 100 feet x 40 feet New Jersey also known as Block No. 111, AVENUE, 350 feet from the NORTHEAST- Dimensions: 25 feet x 115 feet x 25 feet WESTERLY side of ELIZABETH AVENUE mately 200 feet west from its intersection x 100 feet Lot No. 13 on the Fanwood Tax Map. The ERLY side of MARY STREET. x 115 feet There is due approximately the sum of with the westerly sideline of Catherine Street. Nearest Cross Street: Crawford Place following bulk variance is requested from There is due approximately the sum of Nearest Cross Street: Henry Street ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY FOUR THOU- There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of the Land Use Ordinance of the Borough of ONE-HUNDRED FORTY EIGHT THOU- There is due approximately the sum of SAND FIVE-HUNDRED EIGHT & 85/100 ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY NINE THOU- TWO-HUNDRED ONE THOUSAND Fanwood: SAND FIVE-HUNDRED NINETY FOUR & ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY NINE THOU- ($164,508.85) together with lawful interest SAND ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE & ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY NINE & 60/100 12.04E5 Nature of Deficiency: side yard 86/100 ($148,594.86) together with lawful SAND EIGHT-HUNDRED ONE & 43/100 and costs. 23/100 ($129,125.23) together with lawful ($201,139.60) together with lawful interest setback Permitted: 15 feet Present: 15 feet interest and costs. ($129,801.43) together with lawful interest There is a full legal description on file in interest and costs. and costs. Proposed: 9 feet and such other relief that There is a full legal description on file in and costs. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in the board may deem appropriate. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. All interested persons may be present The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn and heard. this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. this sale. The file pertaining to this application is RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH available for public inspection during normal SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH SHAPIRO & KREISMAN, SHERIFF SHERIFF business hours from the Secretary of the SHAPIRO & KREISMAN, SHERIFF ATTORNEYS AT LAW FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. Board at the Administration Offices of the ATTORNEYS AT LAW FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. Suite J Suite 201 Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine Suite J Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza 406 Lippincott Drive 7 Century Drive 216 Haddon Avenue Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. 406 Lippincott Drive 216 Haddon Avenue Marlton, New Jersey 08053 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Mr. Eric Barnett Marlton, New Jersey 08053 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 CH-755914 (WL) CH-755926 (WL) CH-755602 (WL) 9 Shady Lane CH-755693 (WL) CH-755480 (WL) 4 T - 5/31, 6/7, 6/14 4 T - 5/31, 6/7, 6/14 4 T - 6/14, 6/21, 6/28 Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 4 T - 5/31, 6/7, 6/14 4 T - 5/24, 5/31, 6/7 & 6/21/01 Fee: $191.76 & 6/21/01 Fee: $187.68 & 7/5/01 Fee: $177.48 1 T – 6/14/01, The Times Fee: $26.52 & 6/21/01 Fee: $187.68 & 6/14/01 Fee: $177.48 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, June 14, 2001 Page 15 Westfield Y to Focus On Backyard Safety -CLASSIFIEDS- At Saturday Program HELP WANTED HELP WANTED GARAGE SALE WESTFIELD — The Westfield Y, OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Saturday, June 16 located at 220 Clark Street in Westfield Volunteer Rescue 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. Westfield, will offer a free backyard The US Postal Service an- Squad seeks persons willing to Beechwood Place, Westfield safety program on Saturday, June 16, nounces job opportunities train as Emergency Medical Multi-family. Sponsored by the from noon to 2 p.m. for letter carrier positions in Technicians. No prior exp. needed. Junior Woman's Club of Westfield. This two-hour workshop will fo- this area. The positions are in Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req., min. 4 cus on backyard safety, protecting the Newark #2788, Paterson hrs/wk. We offer 24 hr. coverage. GARAGE SALE #2789, Hackensack #2790 and family members from common haz- Wkday 9am - 1 pm or 1-5pm slots Multi-family garage sale. ards and maintaining a fun and safe surrounding towns. The New- are perfect for parents of school ark area includes all cities in Saturday, June 16 - 9am - 1pm pool environment. children. Childcare reimburse- 820 Standish Ave., Westfield There is no swimming required Union County. Starting salary ment available! is $15.92/hr. To apply, call Furniture, clothes, books, toys, and a free gift will be given to all Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. free stuff! participants. This program is open to 1-866-999-8777 MOUNTAINSIDE SELECT BASEBALL TEAM...Robert W. Dowens, Sr., left, and refer to the announcement 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. all, as there is no membership re- ESTATE SALE The Town Bank of Westfield’s President and Chief Executive Officer, and numbers listed above. Call the Recruiting Team at Nicholas A. Frungillo, Jr., right, Senior Vice President, Chief Operating quired. To register, please call (908) (908) 233-2500 for details 233-2700, extension no. 223. All Contents of House Officer and Chief Financial Officer, presented the Mountainside Select Base- Saturday, June 16 - 10 am-5pm ball Team with a donation for their upcoming trip to Cooperstown, N.Y. where HELP WANTED CHILDCARE 1491 Fox Trail, Mountainside they will participate in the National American Tournament of Champions. Bucknell University Posts Part time animal hospital. Dr. Need childcare for my 5-year-old Trash to treasures — toys, furni- Dean’s List Recipients assist., kennel, custodial. 20 son. Have a dog. Need own trans- ture, antiques, etc. Town Bank of Westfield Supports AREA – Bucknell University in hours per week all year. Eve- portation. Must be compassionate. Lewisburg, Pa. has revealed the nings and weekends. Call (908) 233-2179 RUMMAGE SALE Mountainside Team’s Quest names of students placed on the 322-7500 St. Paul's Rummage Sale Dean’s List during the spring semes- TUTORING Friday, June 15 - 9:30am-3pm This summer 15 local athletes will be presented the donation to the team and ter of the 2000-2001 academic year. HELP WANTED Westfield teacher available to tu- Bag Day - Sat., June 16 9:30-11am playing in the historic home of baseball Mr. Amalfe. Westfield tor children grades K-5. Piloted 414 E. Broad St., Westfield legends – Cooperstown, N.Y. – as they The Mountainside team will play in •Sean P. Joffe, the son of Mr. and Dental Assistant Infant/kids items, jewelry, an- participate in the National Youth Base- one of the 11 weekly national tourna- Pleasant, outgoing, assistant new math program this year. Mrs. Edward Joffe. Please call Megan at 587-9223 tiques, china, clothing, h&h. ball Invitational Tournament at ments at the Park which will be held • wanted for orthodontic office. Cooperstown Dreams Park. Helping the from mid-June until August 31. Nine Lauren J. Newmark, the daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Tues., Wed. & Fri. OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE athletes of The Mountainside Select weekly champions as well as 39 other 232-2203 HOUSECLEANING Team reach their “field of dreams” is championship teams will qualify to par- Newmark. Westfield. Prime location, center Westfield’s hometown bank, The Town ticipate in the National American Tour- Scotch Plains Professional cleaning service. of town, in modern elevator build- Bank of Westfield, headquartered at 520 nament of Champions (N.A.T.C.) in the •Jacqueline A. Klock, the daugh- HELP WANTED Homes, offices and condos. Free ing. Adjacent parking. South Avenue in Westfield. The Bank last week of August. National and inter- ter of Mr. and Mrs. John Klock. estimates. Good references. Please call (908) 561-3583 recently presented a donation to the Team national teams will compete for the “12 Part time - nursery school teacher, Call (973) 344-3005 Mountainside assistant teacher, music teacher. and its manager, John Amalfe. and under” National Title. •Anthony J. Pinheiro, the son of PUBLIC NOTICE “The Town Bank of Westfield is proud “We truly appreciate The Town Bank Beginning September 2001. Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Pinheiro. PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS to support The Mountainside Select of Westfield’s support. Our team was • Call Director, Presbyterian ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Team. The National Youth Baseball In- honored to be selected to play in this Denise R. Rosenhaft, the daugh- Nursery School, Westfield TOWN OF WESTFIELD vitational Tournament is a great oppor- national tournament. Not only will this ter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Rosenhaft. PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF DECISION (908) 233-0766 Notice is hereby given that the Westfield •Jill C. Sieffert, the daughter of PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on May 3, tunity for the young players of the team be a great baseball experience for our 12 Planning Board at its meeting on June 4, 2001 the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the to play on a national level, learn more year olds but also a wonderful social and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Sieffert. 2001 memorialized the following board ac- HELP WANTED Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of about their sport and baseball heroes, as cultural experience as they will meet and tion of May 7, 2001 re: well as to interact with teams from around compete against players from across the Freelance Writer Union, State of New Jersey made the following our country,” stated Robert W. Dowens, nation,” stated Mr. Amalfe. 01-2(V) NEWPOINTE REALTY, LLC, decision/determination and on June 7, 2001, Branchburg Defeats P/T, freelance writer wanted to 317 CENTRAL AVENUE, adopted a resolution memorializing the May 3, Sr., The Town Bank of Westfield’s Presi- cover Westfield town meetings. BLOCK 3208, LOTS 1.02 & 2, 2001 decision/determination wherein the Board dent and Chief Executive Officer, who Meetings occur on Mondays and PRELIMINARY AND FINAL MA- took the following action: SP-F Jazz Dismays Westfield 12s, 3-2 JOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL. 1. Resolution: Granted use variance re- Tuesdays. A burning interest in — Approved with conditions. Westfield’s 12-year old boys base- government and politics is a plus. lief, height variance relief together with pre- Sparx Stuns Mystics, Wayne Believers, 3-2 ball team, Dickson’s Dozen (named and liminary and final site plan approval as well Freelancers are also sought for as site plan submission waivers from the for manager John Dickson and his 12 01-04(V) GARY H. SKOLETSKY AND The Scotch Plain-Fanwood Jazz girls other evening meetings, news and requirement to submit drainage calculations, Ties Shooting Stars players) lost their season opener at MADELINE REAGAN, 4 inter-city soccer team finished their regu- statement of anticipated traffic impacts and general assignments. KAREN TERRACE, BLOCK The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Sparx lar season schedule with a stirring, 3-2, Branchburg, 3-2, on June 10. statement of environmental impact to allow E-mail [email protected] 2003, LOT 43 AND 1065 EAST soccer team shocked the Morris United Branchburg scored first with three the installation of six flush mounted anten- come-from-behind victory over the BROAD STREET, BLOCK Mystics, 3-2, and tied the Westfield nae on the existing water tank and an equip- Wayne Believers at Park Middle School unearned runs in the bottom of the 2003, LOT 39 SEEKING MINOR INSTRUCTION ment compound housing seven equipment Shooting Stars, 1-1, at the Westfield on June 3. third off of pitcher Danny Dickson, SUBDIVISION APPROVAL IN cabinets at the base of the water tank to the Cup on Memorial Day weekend. The Jazz broke in front early on a who went five very impressive in- ORDER TO TRANSFER AN PIANO LESSONS applicant, Sprint Spectrum LP in the R-2 Against the Mystics, Katie Cornacchia 11,598 SQUARE FOOT PAR- pretty scoring shot by Becca McGuire. nings. Dickson’s Dozen responded AGES 8 AND OLDER zone to be located at 585 Jerusalem Road, netted two late goals after Jennie Altman CEL FROM THE REAR OF LOT The Believers were not discouraged, with a lead-off triple from right fielder designated as Block No. 4401, Lot No. 31 on (908) 889-4095 39 AND ADD IT TO THE REAR got the Sparx on the board early with a however, and countered with a goal of Danny Melillo and an RBI single from the Scotch Plains Township Tax Map, OF LOT 43. — Approved nice goal off a rebound. Christina their own prior to the half. left fielder Jack Meagher to close the County of Union, State of New Jersey, sub- Camarda displayed terrific goal tending Wayne jumped ahead 2-1 in the sec- gap at 3-1. CLEANING SERVICES and ject to certain specified conditions. The and the rest of the team kept the pressure record of the proceedings and decision/ ond half, but the Jazz came roaring back. In the top of sixth with two outs, 01-6(V) ANTONIO J. MONACO, JR., DCS Cleaning Co. determination of the Township of Scotch on by keeping the ball in the Mystics’ Jess McGarry tied the score on a picture- 626 HILLCREST AVENUE, Westfield staged a rally when second Houses & offices. From 50 to Plains Zoning Board of Adjustment is avail- turf as much as possible. The winning perfect shot from a tough angle on the BLOCK 3303, LOT 45, SEEK- baseman Peter Cornell earned a bases- able for inspection at the Scotch Plains goal came with 30 seconds remaining. 200,000 sq. ft. Fully insured & ING MINOR SUBDIVISION right side and Shannon Hauser scored Zoning Board of Adjustment office located Jennifer Gassler and Camarda did loaded walk to drive in the final run. bonded. Excellent references. APPROVAL. 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 16 Thursday, June 14, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

CAREFULLY RESTORED…The Westfield owners of these two homes will be among those honored on Monday, June 18, at 8 p.m. when the Westfield Historic Preservation Commission presents its Ninth Annual Commendation Awards. Pictured on the left is the home of Edward Israelow and Arlene Gardner, at 634 Carleton Road, while the home on the right belongs to Mr. and Mrs. Abdoulaye Thiam of 266 West Dudley Avenue. The awards recognize people who have followed established historic preservation standards when expanding, altering, restoring or maintaining their buildings and grounds.

Meghan Erin Bender Fairfield University Westfield Homeowners to be Recognized Monday Earns Master’s Degree Awards Degree WESTFIELD – Meghan Erin To Jennifer Kemps Bender, the daughter of Mr. and By Commission For Historic Preservation Efforts Mrs. Bruce Bender of Westfield, WESTFIELD — Dr. and Mrs. Neal cludes several attractive patio areas. years, they have dedicated much time According to the commission, Mr. received a Masters of Education WESTFIELD – Fairfield Univer- Degree in School Counseling dur- Luppesca of 760 Lawrence Avenue Mr. and Mrs. Abdoulaye Thiam of to restoring their home and develop- Devlin will receive the Lifetime sity in Fairfield, Conn. has revealed ing their gardens, which bloom all ing the 172nd Commencement Ex- will be among those honored on 266 West Dudley Avenue will also be Achievement Award for his “many that Jennifer Kemps of Westfield season long. contributions to Westfield’s historic ercises of the University of Virginia Monday, June 18, at 8 p.m. by the honored for outstanding restoration was a member of the graduating Westfield Historic Preservation Com- efforts and period-appropriate paint- A new award will be given this preservation.” on Sunday, May 20. mission (WHPC) during presenta- ing to their residence, which was year to Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Cauley In addition, the organization has class. Meghan is a member of the Rho tion of its Ninth Annual Commenda- built in 1902. of 1184 Prospect Street for their ef- declared that future WHPC com- The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Beta Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota and tion Awards. After devoting many years to ex- forts in constructing a new home that mendations be renamed the “Harry Thomas Kemps, Jennifer majored The Counseling Academic and Pro- The program will be held in the tensive interior renovations, the reflects the Victorian era on the site A. Devlin Awards.” in Communications/Business at fessional Honor Society, Interna- Municipal Council Chambers, 425 Thiams undertook a two-story addi- of an old property that could no Fairfield. tional. East Broad Street, and members of tion in 1996-1997 and added a wrap- longer be restored. Spring Dean’s List She was also active as Sports Di- She has received her National Cer- the public are invited to attend. around front porch, all in keeping Another highlight of the evening tification in Counseling. Meghan is rector for Fairfield Television; Head a member of the American Associa- Dr. and Mrs. Luppesca will be with its architectural origins. It then is expected to be the presentation of Includes Elmuccio Start volunteer and Captain of the recognized for their success in main- took a year for their painter to com- a special Lifetime Achievement tion of School Counseling, and has WESTFIELD – Julie Elmuccio, Women’s Rugby Team. also been certified in Peer Medita- taining the architectural integrity of plete the exterior painting, which Award to Harry A. Devlin, an archi- the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John their residence while recently under- included some gold leaf trim. They tectural historian who for nine years A graduate of Westfield High tion. Elmuccio of Westfield, has been School, Jennifer plans a career in Meghan is a 1995 graduate of taking extensive additions and alter- will also be recognized for their pe- has served as Chairman of the judg- named to the Dean’s List at Hamilton ations. riod-appropriate gardens. ing committee which selects recipi- the Disney College Intern Program Westfield High School and a 1999 College in Clinton, N.Y. for the spring graduate of Bucknell University. In addition, they will be com- Edward Israelow and Arlene ents of the WHPC’s annual awards. 2001 semester. in Orlando, Fla. mended for their appropriate land- Gardner will be honored with an The awards recognize property A sophomore majoring in psy- scaping of the entire site, which in- award for the extensive gardens that owners who have followed estab- chology at Hamilton College, Julie surround their 1916 home at 634 lished historic preservation standards is a Westfield High School graduate. PUBLIC NOTICE Carleton Road. During the past 17 when expanding, altering, restoring TOWN OF WESTFIELD or maintaining their buildings and PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE grounds. Cyrus Golsaz Named The Westfield Planning Board (the SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Mr. Devlin has been recognized “Board”) and Toby Two Realty, LLC (“Appli- To Spring Dean’s List CHANCERY DIVISION for his skills as a magazine illustra- cant”) have tentatively settled the litigation UNION COUNTY presently pending in the Superior Court of tor, Navy identification specialist, At Columbia University DOCKET NO. F-20588-00 New Jersey, Union County, Docket No. L- cartoonist, comic strip creator, au- SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch Plains 3299-00 and a Settlement Agreement dated Civil Action thor, book illustrator, portrait artist as of May 21, 2001 has been entered into by resident Cyrus Golsaz was placed on ORDER SETTING THE TIME, PLACE and painter of Victorian architec- and between the Board and Applicant re- the spring 2001 Dean’s List at Colum- AND AMOUNT OF REDEMPTION garding same. The litigation involved appli- ture. bia University in New York City, N.Y. cation number 00-3 (V) before the Board. MACRICH ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., A public hearing will be held on Monday Plaintiff, v. MINNIE LOUISE PUBLIC NOTICE July 2, 2001 in Council Chambers at the BARNES, et als., Defendants. PUBLIC NOTICE Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, SHERIFF’S SALE This matter being opened to the court by Westfield, New Jersey at 8:00 p.m. at which SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE Kenneth L. McElwee, attorney for plaintiff time members of the public are invited to CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Macrich Associates, L.L.C. (hereinafter appear in person, or by agent or counsel, and DOCKET NO. F-9623-00 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, “Plaintiff”), and it appearing that default has to present any comments or objections to any CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE DOCKET NO. F-4682-00 been entered by the Court as to defendants evidence presented by the Applicant relating CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. MARILYN CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE MINNIE LOUISE BARNES; CLARENCE to the settlement or the revised application. E. REYES, ET ALS., DEFENDANT. CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. RAFAEL BARNES, Deceased, His Heirs, Devisees The revised application is as follows: CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, NOVA, ET AL., DEFENDANT. And Personal Representatives; STATE OF 01-10(V) TOBY TWO REALTY, LLC., 128 DATED OCTOBER 16, 2000 FOR SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, NEW JERSEY; and BERNADETT SCOTCH PLAINS AVENUE, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED MARCH 09, 2001 FOR SALE OF WRAPPING UP THE YEAR…The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School BARNES; and it appearing that the contest- BLOCK NO. 2818, LOT NO. 6, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- MORTGAGED PREMISES. DECA Chapter presented their year-end awards to high school staff mem- ing answer filed by defendant JOHN WILL- SEEKING MINOR SUBDIVI- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- bers. Guidance Counselor Michelle Ruscavage, Social Studies teacher David IAM BARNES has been stricken by Order SION WITH VARIANCES. Ap- public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Goudy, Assistant Principal Manuel Cancella, Guidance Counselor Maureen of the Court; and it appearing that plaintiff plicant seeks to create two lots tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- has produced before this court tax sale Basta, and Principal Dr. David Heisey joined the DECA students during the from a single existing lot. Plans Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown certificate number 95-5 from the Town of presentation. Ms. Ruscavage, Mr. Goudy, Ms. Basta and Dr. Heisey were entitled “Minor Subdivision” WEDNESDAY THE 27TH DAY OF JUNE Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Westfield to Progress Finance (certified to recognized for their continued support and assistance as chaperones to drawn by Stires Associates, P.A., A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF JUNE be a true copy [Exhibit A]), which certificate DECA’s conference. Mr. Cancella was presented with DECA’s highest dated 3/3/00 (single sheet) as said day. All successful bidders must have A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of was recorded in the Clerk’s Office of Union revised by the Settlement Agree- 20% of their bid available in cash or certified said day. All successful bidders must have award, their Honorary Life Membership Award, for his 28 years of service County, on July 27, 1995, in Mortgage Book ment (and Exhibits B and C check at the conclusion of the sales. 20% of their bid available in cash or certified to the students. The four staff members honored were previously honored as 5672, page 240; and it appearing that thereof). Applicant seeks vari- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED check at the conclusion of the sales. Life Members of DECA. All DECA students participating are juniors at the Progress Finance sold certificate no. 95-5 ances from the following: FIFTY TWO THOUSAND SEVEN-HUN- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED high school. to Macrich Associates, L.L.C. pursuant to DRED FIFTY SIX & 96/100 ($152,756.96). SEVENTY FOUR THOUSAND ONE- List of Existing Nonconform- an Assignment of Tax Sale Certificate that Property to be sold is located in the City HUNDRED NINETY FOUR & 25/100 ing zoning conditions: was recorded on August 16, 2000 with the PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE of Elizabeth, County of Union and State ($174,194.25). Clerk of Union County in Assignment of Section 11.09 of the Land Use of New Jersey Municipality: City of Elizabeth STATE OF NEW JERSEY Mortgage Book 1173, Page 53 [See Exhibit Ordinance. Ordinance requires a Premises commonly known as 609 Street Address: 505 Edgar Road, Eliza- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION B]. front yard setback of 20.3 feet Marshall Street, Elizabeth, New Jer- beth, New Jersey, 07201 IT IS ON THIS 29TH DAY OF MAY, NOTICE TO BIDDERS (E.F.Y.D.) — 19.53 feet is existing. sey 07207 Tax Lot No.: 396W04 2001, ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 7, BLOCK Tax Block No.: 4 MAINTENANCE ROADWAY REPAIR CONTRACT NO. 120 Section 13.01 of the Land Use the amount required to redeem the pre- NO. 840, on the official Tax Map of the City Approximate dimensions: 37.50 feet x SEALED BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq., Ordinance. Ordinance requires mises referred to in the aforementioned tax of Elizabeth 125.00 feet x 14.31 feet x 25.00 feet x 35.10 in the NJDOT MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 a side yard setback of 5 feet for sale certificate number 95-5 as of May 1, Dimensions: 100 feet x 25 feet x 100 feet feet x 98.32 feet Parkway Avenue, until 10:00 A.M. on 6/28/01 and opened and read for: the accessory building — 3.25 2001, is the sum of $19,896.92, which in- x 25 feet Nearest cross street: South Elmora Avenue feet is existing. cludes the amount due on said tax sale Nearest Cross Street: Sixth Street There is due approximately the sum of MAINTENANCE ROADWAY REPAIR CONTRACT NO. 120, certificate and subsequent taxes and inter- NORTH - 2001 ROUTES 82 AND 124 List of New C.40:55D-70 c. and There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY TWO THOU- est, together with interest on said sum from d. Variances Requested for lot ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY EIGHT THOU- SAND FOUR-HUNDRED TWENTY ONE COUNTIES OF ESSEX AND UNION May 1, 2001, with costs of suit duly taxed in no. 6.01: SAND EIGHTY THREE & 73/100 & 77/100 ($182,421.77) together with lawful the sum of $443.97; and ($168,083.73) together with lawful interest interest and costs. 100% STATE Section 11.09 E.1. of the Land IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the and costs. There is a full legal description on file in DP NO. 01449 Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- 16th day of July, 2001, between the hours of There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. quires a minimum lot area of nine o’clock in the forenoon and four o’clock the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 U.S.C., 6,000 square feet. — applicant in the afternoon, at the office of the tax The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation proposes 5,266 square feet. collector of the Town of Westfield, 425 East this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to submit bids in Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090, response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on the grounds of race, Section 11.09 E.2. of the Land Use RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF be and the same is hereby fixed as the time color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the contract award. Bidders are required to comply Ordinance. Ordinance requires a SHERIFF PLUESE, ETTIN, BECKER and place for the redemption of the said with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 NJAC 17:27. Drawings, specifications and bid minimum lot width of 50 feet — FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. & SALTZMAN lands as described in the Complaint and documents may be inspected or obtained for a fee of $19.00, for full size drawings, at the applicant proposes 45.68 feet. Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza A DIV. OF KATZ, ETTIN, LEVINE, making up the premises concerning which 216 Haddon Avenue 905 North Kings Highway NJDOT Plans Distribution Building No. 8 Thiokol P.O.Box 600 Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Section 11.09 E.2. of the Land the Complaint is filed; and that thereupon Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 during business hours. Names and addresses of prospective bidders for this project may be Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- the defendant who redeems shall be entitled CH-755606 (WL) CH-755903 (WL) acquired by telephoning (609) 530-8584 or (609) 530-8585 during business hours. Their fax quires a minimum area of 6,000 to possession of said lands and premises 4 T - 5/31, 6/7, 6/14 4 T - 5/24, 5/31, 6/7 number is (609) 530-8347. Drawings, supplemental specifications, and boring logs may also square feet in the first 120 feet of and the certificates of tax sale duly en- & 6/21/01 Fee: $177.48 & 6/14/01 Fee: $175.44 be inspected (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our various Design depth — applicant proposes dorsed for cancellation; and Field Offices at the following locations: 5,266 square feet. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that in de- 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 3906 Church Road fault of the said defendants paying to the Tax PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Mt. Arlington, New Jersey Freehold, New Jersey Mt. Laurel, New Jersey Section 11.09 E.3 of the Land Use Collector of the Town of Westfield, the said (973) 770-5141 (732) 308-4025 (856) 866-4953 Ordinance. Ordinance requires a ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS sum, interest, and costs aforesaid, the said New Jersey Department of Transportation minimum frontage of 50 feet — defendants stand absolutely debarred and SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS Bureau of Construction Services, Procurement Division applicant proposes 45.68 feet. foreclosed of and from all right and equity of EVERGREEN AVENUE AND CEDAR STREET 3 T – 5/31, 6/7 & 6/14/01, The Leader Fee: $180.54 Section 11.09 E.4. of the Land Use redemption on, in and to said lands and pre- SCOTCH PLAINS, NEW JERSEY 07076 Ordinance. Ordinance requires a mises and every part hereof, and the plaintiff PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that sealed proposals for the following will be opened by PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE minimum depth of 120 feet — ap- shall have an absolute and indefeasible inter- the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education located at Evergreen Avenue and Cedar plicant proposes 114.90 feet. est of inheritance in fee simple to said lands Street, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 on June 28, 2001 at 3:00 p.m. prevailing time. Bids ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS and premies; anything to the contrary notwith- BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE Section 12.04 F. of the Land Use will be received for: standing, redemption shall be permitted up SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT Ordinance. Ordinance requires until the entry of final judgment including the MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR WORK, VARIOUS TRADES UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY a maximum building coverage whole of the last day upon which judgment is TIME AND MATERIAL RATES (without deck) of 20% — appli- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT sealed bids will be received by the Board of Education entered; and cant proposes 24.3%. TRADES INCLUDE: of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District, Evergreen Avenue and Cedar Street, Scotch IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy Plains, Union County, New Jersey, 07076 on June 28, 2001 at 2:30 p.m. prevailing time. Bids List of New C.40:55D-70 c. and of this Order or a notice thereof be served ELECTRICAL SERVICE AND REPAIR will be received for: d. Variances Requested for lot upon the defendants, whose addresses are PLUMBING SERVICE AND REPAIR no. 6.02: known, by mailing to each of them such CARPENTRY SERVICE AND REPAIR MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS copy or notice within 20 days from the date HVAC SERVICE AND REPAIR and Section 11.09 E.6. of the Land of this Order; and EMERGENCY GENERATOR SERVICE AND REPAIR MUSICAL INSTRUMENT REPAIRS Use Ordinance. Minimum inte- IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that pursu- KITCHEN EQUIPMENT SERVICE AND REPAIR rior side yard setback required by and will be publicly opened and read immediately thereafter. ant to R. 4:64-1(d), if the addresses of the ROOF SERVICE AND REPAIR ordinance is ±10 feet — Appli- Bids must be made on the proposal forms in the manner designated, enclosed in a separate defendants are not known, a copy of this GLASS SERVICE AND REPAIRS cant proposes 5 feet. sealed envelope with the name and address of bidder and work bid upon noted on the outside, order or notice thereof directed to such WINDOW GLAZING and must be delivered to the Secretary of the Board of Education, or the Board’s designated Section 11.09 E.4. of the Land defendants shall be published in the MASONRY INSTALLATION AND REPAIRS representative at the above place on or before the hour named. The Board of Education Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- Westfield Leader, a newspaper circulating DOOR AND HARDWARE SERVICE AND REPAIRS assumes no responsibility for bids mailed or misdirected in delivery. quires a minimum lot depth of in Union County, within 20 days after the BOILER CLEANING SERVICE AND REPAIRS/BOILER TUBE REPLACEMENT No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for the opening thereof. 120 feet — applicant proposes date of this Order; and FIRE ALARM SERVICE AND REPAIRS The right is reserved to reject any or all bids or waive informality in the bidding if it is in the 115.88 feet. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy REPAINTING SERVICES interest of the Board of Education to do so. of this Order be delivered to the tax collector SECURITY ALARMS SERVICE AND REPAIRS Section 12.04 F. of the Land Use Bidding shall be in conformance with the applicable requirements of N.J.S.A.18A:18A-1 of the Town of Westfield, and that said tax Ordinance. Ordinance allows a Bidding documents may be inspected Monday through Friday during the hours of 8:00 a.m. et. seq., pertaining to the “Public School Contracts Law”. collector of the Town of Westfield certify to maximum building coverage until 4:00 p.m. at the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education located at Evergreen Avenue All bidders are placed on notice that they are required to comply with the requirements this Court whether the premises were or (without deck) of 20% — appli- and Cedar Street, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076. Copies may be obtained in person or by of P.L. 1975, Chapter 127. were not redeemed from the plaintiff’s tax cant proposes 20.9%. mail. Specifications and full information may be obtained upon request at the Business Office sale certificate in accordance with the terms Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of Chapter 127, P.L. 1975 (Public of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education, Evergreen Avenue and Cedar Street, Revised plans and the Settlement Agree- of this Order. Contracts Affirmative Action Statute), and with any and all other Federal and New Jersey Statutes. Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076. ment are on file in the Office of the Town Anthony J. Parrillo, P.J.Ch. J.S.C. The Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive informalities. Engineer, 959 North Avenue, West, Westfield, KENNETH L. MCELWEE Anthony Del Sordi BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION New Jersey and may be seen Monday through Attorney At Law Business Administrator/Board Secretary OF THE SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 88 East Main Street, Suite 315 Evergreen Avenue and Cedar Street UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY Kenneth B. Marsh Mendham, New Jersey 07945 Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 Anthony Del Sordi Secretary Attorney for Plaintiff 1 T – 6/14/01, The Times Fee: $70.38 Board Secretary 1 T – 6/14/01, The Leader Fee: $91.29 1 T – 6/14/01, The Leader Fee: $89.25 1 T – 6/14/01, The Times Fee: $60.18 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, June 14, 2001 Page 17 College Club of Fanwood-SP NJ Transit Head to Address Gives $15,000 in Scholarships Town Chamber on Tuesday SCOTCH PLAINS – During a re- club’s $500 Award of Excellence. WESTFIELD — The Westfield As an Assemblyman, Mr. Warsh suc- ception and supper at the Scotch She will attend Rutgers University. Area Chamber of Commerce will cessfully fought to avoid NJ Transit fare Hills Country Club on May 21, the College Club President Carol hold a Breakfast Meeting, this Tues- increases, spearheaded new capital in- College Club of Fanwood-Scotch Rizzo and Scholarship Committee day, June 19, at 7:45 a.m. at the vestments, sponsored legislation allow- Plains awarded a total of $15,000 in Chairwoman Manya S. Ungar made Westfield Y. The featured speaker ing bicycles on trains, and secured funds scholarships to 12 students from their the announcements of the awards will be Jeffrey A. Warsh, Executive for the Metropark parking decks and a community, six each from among during an awards assembly at Scotch Director of NJ Transit, who will dis- new train station in Edison. young women already attending col- Plains-Fanwood High School on cuss NJ Transit projects for 2001 and A native of New Jersey and lege and six to senior girls who will May 17. beyond. Summit Bank will be the Westfield resident, Mr. Warsh re- graduate Scotch Plains-Fanwood sponsor for this breakfast meeting. ceived the Legislator of the Year High School. th Local Chamber Plans As Executive Director of the NJ Award from the Utility and Trans- This is the 65 year in which fe- Transit corporation, the third largest portation Contractors Association. male students seeking financial as- June 21 Trip to Nasdaq and only statewide transit agency in The public is invited to hear Mr. sistance to pursue higher education WESTFIELD — The Westfield the nation, Mr. Warsh is responsible Warsh and meet with Westfield have been assisted by the club. Area Chamber of Commerce is spon- for over 10,000 employees, a fleet of Chamber members. The $15 cost Through the fundraising efforts of soring a trip to New York on Thurs- 3,200 buses, 800 commuter rail cars includes a full breakfast. Please con- the members, primarily from the sale day, June 21 to visit the Nasdaq and 24 light rail vehicles. This $3 tact the Chamber of Commerce at of their annual community calendar, MarketSite, which will include a RANKED NO. 3...Hye-Young Choi has been named the third ranked Sales billion corporation carries more than (908) 233-3021 for reservations. 340 young women have received a luncheon hosted by Advest. 200 million passengers annually. total of almost $307,000. Associate for the New York area at Coldwell Banker. At right is Coldwell This Third Annual Investment Trip Westfield office manager Michael Scott. Mr. Warsh is an attorney who PUBLIC NOTICE Scholarships in the amount of arranged by Westfield resident Wil- served as a New Jersey Assembly- $1,000 for the academic year 2001- liam M. Dobrow, Associate Vice man from 1992 to 1996, where he TOWN OF WESTFIELD 2002 were granted to: Melissa Benski President of Investments, Advest worked on the Assembly Transporta- PLANNING BOARD and Claire Cappio, both entering Hye-Young Choi Named The Westfield Planning Board will meet on Inc., “promises to be an interesting tion and Communications Commit- June 28, 2001, in the Council Chambers of their sophomore year at Loyola Col- and informative day in New York tee and as Chairman of the Assembly the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, lege; Moria Cappio, who will be a City,” said Chamber Executive Di- Third Ranked Associate Regulatory Oversight Committee. Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. to hear senior at Boston College, and Mary rector Debbie Schmidt. and consider the following application: Milonnet, who will be a sophomore The luncheon, hosted by Advest, WESTFIELD — Hye-Young Choi for the past seven years and con- PUBLIC NOTICE WARD & O’DONNELL WESTFIELD, L.L.C., 159-169 EAST BROAD at Rutgers University. of the Westfield office of Coldwell sistently being a New Jersey Asso- BOARD OF EDUCATION Inc. is planned for noon at 1345 STREET, BLOCK 2505, LOTS 16 & Jennifer Lee, who will enter her WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY Avenue of the Americas, on the 33rd Banker is the third highest ranked ciation of Realtors Million Dollar 17, SEEKING PRELIMINARY AND senior year at Kean University, and floor overlooking Central Park. Sales Associate for the Coldwell Club member at the Gold level NOTICE TO BIDDERS FINAL MAJOR SITE PLAN AP- Shakeeha Wyatt, who will be in the PROVAL. Plans drawn by Diaz Archi- Advest will discuss their 529 Col- Banker Corporation in the New York since 1987. Sealed proposals will be received by the tects and dated September 31, 2000 sophomore class at Rutgers Univer- Board of Education of the Westfield School lege Savings Program, “The Col- Metropolitan area as of April 30. (Sheets A-1, A-2 and A-3). Applicant sity, were both given awards of $2,000. District, Union County, New Jersey, at the lege Bound fund,” a tax-advantaged, The New York Metropolitan area PUBLIC NOTICE proposes to construct an exterior steel Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, The high school seniors receiv- chair and handicapped lift in the rear of federal income tax deferred plan is comprised of approximately 3,100 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS New Jersey, for the following supplies, equip- ing scholarships of $1,500 each the building. The Applicant proposes that allows gift tax exclusions and agents. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ment or services: to utilize one of seven residential units and the colleges they will be at- The announcement came from BID FOR: special advantages for estate plan- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the within the building exclusively for the tending are: Sarah Anderson, Uni- B2-15 A FIRE ALARM ning. Michael Scott, Manager of the meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment catering of small parties for no more EQUIPMENT SERVICE versity of Virginia; Carolyn Keeton, The plan features no income lim- Westfield office. of the Township of Scotch Plains held on than 80 occupants. Applicant seeks Ohio Wesleyan; Beata Korsiuk, its, low minimum investments, and “Hye-Young has always been June 7, 2001, the following decisions of the BIDS DUE: variances from the following: Board were memorialized: JUNE 28, 2001 AT 11:00 A.M. Atlantic University in Florida, and Section 11.25 E.3. of the Land Use a high contribution limit with sev- among the top producers throughout The bids will be received at the Adminis- Yunilay Lio, The College of New Granted a front-yard setback Variance to Ordinance which requires a minimum eral growth portfolio options to meet her career, yet it is always exciting tration Building, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, Gary and Caroline Schuster to allow the rear yard setback of 35 feet. Applicant Jersey. when she reaches yet another pin- New Jersey 07090, on the date and at the individual investment needs. addition of a front porch to the premises proposes 8 feet-1 inch. Rear yard vari- Tracy Sanguiliano, who has been time indicated, and then publicly opened Following the luncheon, Advest nacle. We are very proud of her ac- located at 2270 Coles Avenue (Block No. ances previously granted by resolution and read aloud. accepted to The College of New 3603, Lot No. 7), Scotch Plains. of the Westfield Planning Board, dated will host a tour of the Nasdaq complishments and she is a valued Bids must be in strict compliance with Jersey, was awarded a $500 scholar- December 1, 1997, permitting rear yards MarketSite located at 4 Times asset to our dynamic office,” Mr. Granted a Use Variance and waivers of specifications. Bids must be made on the of 1.6 feet, 29 feet and 34 feet. ship. Jennifer Seto, the top female Square. Scott said. certain site plan requirements with condi- proposal forms in the manner designated. student and Valedictorian in the Class Details of the trip, including Ms. Choi was also cited as the tions to Sprint Spectrum, L.P. to allow the Proposals must be endorsed on the out- Section 17.02 of the Land Use Ordi- of 2001, was acknowledged with the number one associate in Union placement of cellular antennae on the Pub- side of the sealed envelope, with the name nance which requires 127 parking train schedule information and lun- lic Service Electric and Gas tower and the of the bidder, the bidder’s address and spaces. Applicant proposes 4 park- cheon location will be sent to par- County for Coldwell Banker for the installation of equipment cabinets at the the name of the supplies, equipment, or ing spaces. PUBLIC NOTICE property located at 585 Jerusalem Road services for which the bid is submitted. It is ticipants after registration. The month of April. Section 17.02 D of the Land Use (Block No. 4401, Lot No. 13), Scotch Plains. understood and agreed that proposals may TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS cost for the day is $15 plus the cost Some of the many additional Ordinance which requires 5 handicap Linda M. Lies be delivered before the time or at the place parking spaces (one of which must be ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL of the train ticket. To reserve a awards Ms. Choi has accumulated Secretary to the specified for opening. The Board of Educa- van accessible, i.e. 16 feet wide). place for the luncheon and tour during her outstanding career in- Zoning Board of Adjustment tion assumes no responsibility for bids Take notice that Ray-Ric Corp. trading as Applicant proposes none. Township of Scotch Plains mailed or misdirected in delivery. Club Malibu has applied to the Township please contact the Westfield Cham- clude being the number one Sales 1 T – 6/14/01, The Times Fee: $23.46 The Board of Education of the Town of The R.S.I.S. (Table 4.4) requires 12 Council of the Township of Scotch Plains ber at (908) 233-3021. Associate for the Westfield office Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, residential parking spaces. Applicant for a Plenary Retail Consumption License reserves the right to accept or reject any and/ proposes 4. No. 2016-33-004-003 for premises situated or all bids for the whole or any part and waive at 144 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains. Variances, waivers or exceptions any informalities in the interest of the Board This will be considered on June 26, 2001 from certain site plan details or relief of Education. No bid may be withdrawn for a by the Township Council of the Township of from requirements may be sought period of sixty (60) days after the date set for Scotch Plains at 8:00 p.m. in the Council as appropriate. the opening thereof. Chambers of the Municipal Building, 430 Bidding shall be in conformance with the Application and plans are available to be Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. applicable requirements of N.J.S.A.18A:18A- reviewed at the office of the Westfield The person who holds an interest in this 1 et. seq., pertaining to the “Public School Town Engineer, which is located at 959 license is: Dominick Caruso, III, 23 Totten Contracts Law”. North Avenue West, Westfield, New Jer- Drive, Bridgewater, New Jersey 08807 Bidders are required to comply with the re- sey, from Monday through Friday from Objections, if any, should be made im- quirements of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC 17:27). 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. mediately in writing to: Barbara Riepe, By order of the Town of Westfield Board KREVSKY, SILBER, Township Clerk of the Township of Scotch of Education, Union County, New Jersey. BROWN & BERGEN Plains, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains Robert A. Berman Attorneys for Applicant New Jersey 07076. 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, June 14, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Variety of Entertainment Set For WNC Street Fair Saturday WESTFIELD — Members of the Moon and Star Dance Group and the Talking Business Westfield Neighborhood Council Family Rhythm and Blues Band are have planned a variety of multi-eth- also scheduled to provide entertain- The Sisters of Mercy in the Re- * * * * * nic, multi-cultural and multi-talented ment at the event. gional Community of New Jersey Jack F. Lay, Sr. of Scotch Plains, entertainment for their Street Fair, During the opening ceremony, the recently welcomed Bernadine President of the Yonkers, N.Y.-based which will take place from 11 a.m. to Reverend Kevin Clark of the Bethel Liebrich of Westfield as a Mercy Refined Sugars Inc., was recently 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 16, at Baptist Church will deliver the invo- Associate. recognized as the “Sugar Man of the Cacciola Place and South Avenue. cation and will also emcee the gos- A public relations and alumni co- Year” when he received the sweet- The entertainment will begin with pel part of the program. Other per- ordinator at Union Catholic High ener industry’s Dryer Memorial music from choirs representing formers will be announced by Janet School in Scotch Plains and parish- Award. churches from throughout Union Turner and Claire Lazarowitz. ioner at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Mr. Lay began his career in the County, including the Bethel Baptist The Junior Fellowship Choir, the Church in Westfield, Mrs. Liebrich sugar industry in 1952 when he joined Church Men’s Choir, the Second Hawkins Singers of Newark and the was commissioned during a cer- the old American Sugar Refining Baptist Church Choir of Roselle, the Crystal Lights of Jersey City are also emony at the Immaculate Chapel at Company as an engineer at its Brook- Youth Inspiration Praise Choir and expected to perform at the fair. Mount Saint Mary in Watchung. lyn Cooperage Company subsidiary Combined Choir and the United by Among the featured soloists will be MEDAL WINNERS…For the second year in a row, Franklin Elementary School in Westfield * * * * * in Philadelphia. God Praise and Step Team. Alicia Fairfax of Westfield High has participated in the National Language Arts Olympiad at the third, fourth and fifth grade Jeffrey Warsh of Westfield, Ex- The award has been given out ev- The Westfield Barber Shop Quar- School, Angie Miller of the Bethel levels. This competition highlights skills in vocabulary, grammar, punctuation, capitaliza- ecutive Director of NJ Transit, was ery year since 1958 by the B.W. tet, Chun’s Black Belt Academy, the Baptist Church and Evarald Will- tion, reading comprehension, spelling and word relationships. Pictured, left to right, are this recently elected as Treasurer of the Dryer and Company of Bernardsville, iams of Newark. year’s medal winners: third grader Megan Ramage, fifth grader Jorie Richlin-Zack, and New Jersey Organ and Tissue Shar- sugar brokers since 1903. Kidney Foundation All are invited to attend the festivi- fourth grader Julian Applebaum. Medals will be presented to each student by their class- It recognizes a man or woman who room teacher during the school’s Awards Assembly on Friday, June 15. ing Network of Springfield. Seeks Used Vehicles ties and learn more about the WNC The Sharing Network, as it is bet- has made a significant and meritori- and its programs. The rain date for ter known, is the state’s organ recov- ous contribution to the United States AREA – The National Kidney the event is the following Saturday, ery organization. sugar industry. Foundation of New York/New Jersey June 23. Adele deLeeuw Scholarships is appealing to area residents to do- * * * * * * * * * * nate their used cars, trucks or vans to Norval D. Reece, Principal at Kane Dr. Elsa Reichmanis of Westfield the organization. Granted to Local Students Reece Associates, Inc. in Westfield, received the Arents Award from Syra- Wheelchairs, Scooters cuse University at a banquet in her The foundation will pick up the SCOTCH PLAINS – Pupils from able in January from the Scotch has been awarded the Vanguard vehicle free of charge and issue a Among Items Offered Award for Associates and Affiliates. honor on June 2. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Plains-Fanwood High School guid- The award, given to Syracuse letter that may be used for tax pur- School were granted Adele Mr. Reece co-founded Kane Reece To Seniors, Disabled ance office. graduates, recognized her work in poses. All donations help fund the deLeeuw Scholarships, a fund of For further information, please call Associates in 1986. He is a founding Kidney Foundation in its fight against AREA – The “Seniors in Motion” board member of C-Span and also semiconductor research at Bell Labs. the Plainfield Foundation, during Scholarship Administrator Sally Dr. Reichmanis, who received her kidney, hypertensive and urologic program of New Jersey is making an awards dinner on Tuesday, June served as a long-term advisor to The Young at (732) 381-6269. doctorate from Syracuse, has worked diseases. motorized and manual wheelchairs, 12, at the Italian-American Club in Learning Channel. with Bell Labs for 20 years. The foundation is dedicated to the three- and four-wheel scooters and Scotch Plains. * * * * * treatment and cure of kidney and other medical items available to se- The fund is financed from a be- Graduation Ceremony Dr. Vito A. Gagliardi, a Scotch * * * * * urinary tract diseases, improving the nior citizens (age 65 and over) and to quest by longtime Plainfield resident Plains resident and Education Com- In recognition of her volunteer health and well-being of individuals physically handicapped individuals. Ms. DeLeeuw, author of 80 books, Held at Wesley Hall missioner in the administration of service efforts, Johnson & Johnson and families affected by these dis- This equipment is available, usu- journalist and arts activist. WESTFIELD – Wesley Hall Acting Governor Donald T. has awarded a $7,500 grant on behalf eases and increasing the availability ally at no cost, to individuals who From Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Nursery School held its annual DiFrancesco, was recently named to of Westfield resident Jeanne of all organs for transplantation. qualify. School, the following graduating se- graduation ceremony on June 1 in the Board of the New Jersey Public Hamway to Bridgeway Psychiatric The organization, which receives The program features in-home as- niors received scholarships: Sarah C. the Sanctuary of the First United Broadcasting Authority. Rehabilitation Services. no government support and relies sessments by trained local rehabili- Anderson ($1,500), Najwa Glover Methodist Church in Westfield. Dr. Gagliardi has been an educator Ms. Hamway, Vice President of solely on the generosity of corpora- tation specialists and a hardship ($1,500) and Jennifer Seto ($2,500). The program featured the chil- for 37 years, serving as a consultant, Recruiting at Johnson & Johnson, tions and the general public, also policy is in place to help those with- Repeat scholarship winners now in dren from the four- and five-year- superintendent, school principal and serves as President on Bridgeway’s welcomes gifts of real estate and out a full funding source. college include: Jason Meehan, Savan- old classes singing some of their teacher. He began his career as a Board of Trustees and is a member of appreciated securities. This program allows individuals nah College of Art and Design ($1,000), favorite songs. math teacher in the Westfield public the Executive Committee. For more information on how to to remain in their homes and avoid Kristen Meehan, Union County Col- schools. * * * * * having to relocate to a nursing facil- donate a car, truck or van, please call lege ($1,000), and Kelli Church, North- * * * * * Talking Business is published pe- the National Kidney Foundation of ity. For more information or eligibil- eastern University ($1,000). PUBLIC NOTICE Dr. Douglas Ashendorf of riodically in The Westfield Leader New York/New Jersey at (800) 63- ity criteria, please call (800) 594- Applications for 2002 Adele Westfield was recently appointed to and The Times of Scotch Plains- DONATE. 1225, toll-free. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS deLeeuw Scholarships will be avail- NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting the New Jersey Pain Management Fanwood. of the Township Council of the Township of Policy Advisory Council by Acting Scotch Plains, held in the Council Chambers Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco. in the Municipal Building of said Township on Tuesday, June 12, 2001, there was intro- * * * * * duced, read for the first time, and passed on Robert L. Fischbein of Scotch such first reading, the following ordinance: Plains recently merged his certified AN AMENDED ORDINANCE OF THE public accounting practice with TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS REGULATING THE PERMITTED Bederson & Company LLP Certified HOURS FOR THE COLLECTION OF Public Accountants and Financial SOLID WASTE, RECYCLING MA- Consultants, based in West Orange. TERIALS AND CLEANUP PURSU- ANT TO RECENTLY ENACTED STATE LAW. PUBLIC NOTICE The Purpose of the Ordinance: To establish WESTFIELD HISTORIC starting time for solid waste collection in PRESERVATION COMMISSION residential zones. A public hearing for same will be held on Please be advised that on June 25, 2001 Tuesday, June 26, 2001 at 8:00 p.m. in the at 8:00 p.m. Charles J. Whedon of 667 Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, Fourth Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey will or any time and place to which a meeting for make an Application before the Westfield the further consideration of such ordinance Historic Preservation Commission, at the shall from time to time be adjourned, and all Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East persons interested will be given an opportu- Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey for Dr. Vito A. Gagliardi nity to be heard concerning such ordinance. permission to create three (3) single family PECIAL A copy of same may be obtained from the lots on the above referred to premises. This PUBLIC NOTICE S office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park Application is to maintain the existing struc- Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- ture and to create two (2) additional building TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. lots. Anyone interested may appear before NOTICE IS hereby given that at a special Monday through Friday by any member of the Historic Preservation Commission at meeting of the Township Council of the Town- the general public who wants a copy of 8:00 p.m. in the evening to hear and voice ship of Scotch Plains, held on Tuesday, June HANDLING same without cost. their opinion with regard to this Application. 12, 2001, the following ordinance entitled: BARBARA RIEPE James B. Flynn, Esq. Township Clerk Attorney for Applicant AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISH- …the only way Westfield Burgdorff ERA 1 T – 6/14/01, The Times Fee: $32.64 1 T – 6/14/01, The Leader Fee: $18.87 ING SALARIES AND WAGES FOR MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES was duly passed on second and final reading. services its customers. STONELEIGH PARK, TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Barbara Riepe Township Clerk WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 1 T – 6/14/01, The Times Fee: $13.26 PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF WESTFIELD Y INVITATION TO BID Sealed proposals will be received by the SUNDA Town of Westfield in the Council Chambers OPEN HOUSE at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at 10:00 AM prevailing time on Monday, July 2, 2001, for the “PROPOSED STORM SEWERS ON VARIOUS ROADS IN THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY.” The work under this Proposal includes the furnishing of all labor, materials and equipment necessary to complete the work as shown on the Contract Drawings and described in the Contract Specifications, and Proposals shall be in accordance with such Drawings and Specifications and the terms proposed in the Contract. The major items of work under this con- Burgdorff ERA is a “hands on” personal company with an interna- tract will include, but will not be limited to, the OFFERED FOR $650,000.00 following in estimated quantities: 150 linear feet 15-inch High Density Polyethylene Pipe; tional name and superior service. We pride ourselves on the personal This 1941 Side Hall Colonial located in one of Westfield’s finest 645 linear feet 24-inch High Density Poly- ethylene Pipe; 60 linear feet 12-inch Rein- marketing of each home and clearly feel that our owners’ individual- neighborhoods, offers many amenities for the buyer seeking com- forced Concrete Pipe; 575 linear feet 15- fort, convenience and upscale lifestyle. The National and State rec- inch Reinforced Concrete Pipe; 185 linear ity as well as their properties, require special handling…the kind of ognized Historic District of Stoneleigh Park offers walking distance feet 30-inch Reinforced Concrete Pipe; 8- inch PVC Pipe; 10 Each Construct Various service our agents are trained to provide. to schools, transportation, and town. This home is situated on a beau- Type Inlets; 1 Each Construct Manhole; 2 tifully landscaped property and offers a two car attached garage. cubic yards Construct New Headwall. The living room has a wood-burning fireplace flanked by bookcases, The successful bidder shall start con- Experience the Professionalism, Commitment struction ten (10) days after notice of award dining room with bow window and entrance to the screened porch. of Contract is given, and shall complete all and Integrity that you deserve. Four bedrooms, generous closet space, 2 1/2 baths, and a finished work within sixty (60) calendar days after rec room in the full basement. notice to proceed. Call us today. Proposals shall be in writing on the forms furnished and must be delivered at the place A Few Details: Dimensions: and before the hour above mentioned, and 908-233-0065 must be accompanied by a certified check Four bedrooms - Two and Entrance Hall 18x8 or bid bond payable to the Town of Westfield one-half baths Living Room 21x16 in an amount equal to at least ten percent (10%) of the base amount of the bid, but not Basement rec room with bar Dining Room 15x14 less than $500.00 nor more than $20,000.00. and workshop area Screened Porch 15xl0 Each bid must also be accompanied by a Two car attached garage with Kitchen 13x11 Surety Company Certificate stating that said automatic door opener + Back Hall 12x14 Surety company will provide the bidder with Hardwood floors Master bedroom the required Performance bond in the full amount of the Contract, by a Non-Collusion Newer roof ( 1999) w/ private bath 17x21 Affidavit and a Contractor’s Qualification Newer heating system Bedroom 17x14 Statement, Statement of Ownership, on the Extraordinary Professionals Exceeding Expectations and CAC (1999) Bedroom 16x14 forms included in and explained in the con- Newer hot water heater (1999) Bedroom 12x11 tract documents. Newer water line from the main Rec Room 14x23 Bidders must be in compliance with all 2000 Property taxes - $9222.50 provisions of Chapter 127 P.L. 1975 supple- ment to the law against discrimination (Affir- mative Action) and must pay workmen the Offered by: prevailing wage rates promulgated by the New Jersey State Department of Labor and KAY GRAGNANO Industry for this project, copies of which are (Sales Associate - Top 1% in Company) on file in the Office of the Town Engineer. WESTFIELD OFFICE with Coldwell Banker Realtors Plans and specifications may be seen or procured at the office of the Town Engineer, 600 North Ave. West • Westfield, NJ 07090 Westfield Office Public Works Center, 959 North Avenue 209 Central Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey. The Mayor Visit our web site at www.Burgdorff.com 908-233-5555 ext. 193 and Council reserve the right to reject any [email protected] bid, and to waive any informality in any bid, if in the interest of the Town, it is deemed advisable to do so. Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. Kenneth B. Marsh An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated. Town Engineer 1 T – 6/14/01, The Leader Fee: $59.67 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, June 14, 2001 Page 19 Joann Ayala Receives Tri-County Radio Association Bachelor’s Degree Franklin Elementary School Bids At Bloomfield College Farewell to Asst. Principal Rooney Plans Field Day Operations SCOTCH PLAINS – Joann Ayala MOUNTAINSIDE – The Tri-County According to Dave Sawyer, Presi- of Scotch Plains participated in Radio Association, Inc., an organiza- dent of the Tri-County Radio Associa- th WESTFIELD – During the annual School children.” 1964. He left McKinley School for Bloomfield College’s 128 Com- tion of amateur radio operators, hope tion, Inc., Field Day is the annual mencement Exercises on Thursday, family picnic on Tuesday, June 5, Mr. Rooney thanked the PTO and what was then the Columbus School when he married Mrs. Rooney. She to set long-distance contact records, as “shakedown run” for the ARRL’s Na- May 24, and received her bachelor’s students at Franklin Elementary children, advising the students to well as practice emergency communi- tional Field Organization. degree in nursing. School in Westfield bid farewell to “always try to make a difference was a kindergarten teacher at cation skills, on Saturday and Sunday, “It’s a chance to fine-tune emergency Assistant Principal Patrick Rooney where you can.” He had implemented McKinley School. June 23 and 24, in Mountainside. communication skills,” he said. “We upon his retirement after 37 years in Tri-County Field Day operations will use generators and battery power, and O’Neill, Davidson, Urban the Westfield school district. be held in the Loop Area in the we set up antennas in the field. The idea Graduate Seton Hall Prep Students gathered in the Franklin Watchung Reservation just off of W.R. is to put together a self-sufficient, work- School auditorium and sang an origi- Tracy Drive. Activities will begin at 2 ing station quickly and begin making AREA – Brian P. O’Neill and nal song to Mr. Rooney. Written by p.m. on Saturday and conclude at 2 contacts.” William H. Davidson of Westfield fifth graders, the song proclaimed, p.m. Sunday. The public is invited to The ARRL Field Organization has and Anthony J. Urban of Scotch “Our Mr. Rooney was a great vice attend. been effective in establishing emer- Plains graduated from Seton Hall principal at Franklin School. He Hundreds of amateur radio opera- gency communications networks dur- Preparatory School in West Orange helped us through our years. Now we tors will work around the clock over ing floods, hurricanes, fires, earth- during the school’s 141st Com- are shedding tears. Oh, Mr. Rooney, that weekend to set up field radio com- quakes and other major disasters, ac- mencement Exercises on Saturday, we will miss you.” munication stations, get on the air and cording to the Tri-County Radio Asso- June 9. Parent-Teacher Organization contact thousands of other operators in ciation, Inc. Brian received honors as a mem- (PTO) Co-President Peggy Oster the United States and Canada as part of For more information, please call ber of The Peer Leadership Pro- presented Mr. Rooney with a gift their participation in the American Ra- Jim Montilor, Field Day Chairman, at gram and The Ambassadors. He certificate enabling Mr. Rooney and dio Relay League’s (ARRL) Field Day. (908) 232-8707. will attend Loyola College in Sep- his wife, Ruth Ann, to take a vaca- tember. tion. The PTO also had a plaque William will attend George engraved to be placed on a bench in Washington University. the newly-created Habitat Garden at Anthony will attend Marietta Franklin School. The plaque reads, College in September. “Mr. Pat Rooney – a friend to Franklin Local Residents Graduate

Mount St. Mary Academy FOND FAREWELL...After 37 years serving in the Westfield school system, Assistant Principal of Franklin Elementary School Patrick Rooney has WATCHUNG – Directress Sister ors in Mathematics & Science, Chris- decided to retire. During the school’s annual family picnic, Mr. Rooney spoke Lisa D. Gambacorte of Mount St. tian Leadership Award, Catherine to parents and students, thanking them for their support during his tenure in Mary Academy in Watchung pre- McAuley Award for Loyalty & Ser- the school system. sided over commencement exercises vice. held in the Immaculate Conception Scotch Plains and become advisor to the school’s He came to Franklin School in Chapel on Saturday, June 2. Gradu- Jennifer S. Gartner – Edward J. Student Council. 1970 as an Assistant Principal, but ates from Westfield, Scotch Plains Bloustein Distinguished Scholar, “The Student Council fits in so after seven or eight years, he re- and Fanwood received their degrees, Summa Cum Laude, Outstanding well with my philosophy of educa- turned to the classroom. Mr. Rooney as well as awards. Honors in Music, Sister M. Eloise tion,” Mr. Rooney explained. “It en- held positions at several of the other Westfield Claire Drama Award, Christian Lead- courages children to join me in my Westfield elementary schools, and Jessica L. Orleanski – National ership Award, Award for High Hon- mission of trying to help others.” briefly taught sixth-grade math at Merit Commended Scholar, Magna ors for Four Years, Bishop Vincent During his 37-year career in the Edison Intermediate School. Cum Laude, Outstanding Honors in de Paul Breen Award for Religion, Westfield school system, Mr. Rooney Mr. Rooney returned to McKinley English. Academy Leadership Award, Mount alternated between teaching in the School as a teacher for eight years Catherine M. Reilly – Edward J. St. Mary Academy Scholar/Athlete classroom and holding Assistant Prin- before assuming his current job as Bloustein Distinguished Scholar, – Athlete of the Year of Mount St. cipal positions. He was Acting Prin- Assistant Principal of Franklin Summa Cum Laude, Outstanding Mary Academy, Most Valued Player cipal for a few terms while schools in School in 1992. Honors in Science, Cum Laude Dis- (MVP) Varsity Swimming. the district were awaiting new prin- Parents and students alike came to tinction in National Latin Exam, Sheila M. Hilliard cipals. the picnic to personally wish Mr. Special Editor Award at Co-Editor Sabrina E. Passucci Mr. Rooney began his career in Rooney well and to thank him for his of PEEKS. Fanwood Westfield as a fifth-grade teacher at tireless work and his caring support Patricia M. Yudd – Cum Laude, Diana S. Rocco – Cum Laude. McKinley Elementary School in over the years. Outstanding Honors in English, Hon-

Seton Hall Univ. Graduates Kenneth Sean Dalrymple WESTFIELD – Kenneth Sean Dalrymple, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth J. Dalrymple of Westfield, was graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications from Seton Hall University in South Orange. Kenneth is a graduate of Westfield High School.

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Paid Advertisement RECENT REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Paid Advertisement CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, June 14, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION POPCORN™ What’s The Worst As I Was That Could Happen? Turns Out Not So Bad Saying... A column by freelancers from the By Michael S. Goldberger A&E section of The Westfield One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent Leader and The Times of Scotch 2 popcorns Plains-Fanwood. Written whenever Your friend Marty calls to see what the muse hits them. It’s a lazy Saturday night, four or you want to do. Naturally, you reply: This Summer Should Be five months down the line. In fact, it “I don’t know, what do you wanna do This Summer Should Be was a lazy week. You forgot to make Marty?” This goes back and forth to Minutes After McVeigh’s Execution, plans. You probably just feel like no avail. You both decide to go it vegging out and getting in touch with alone. And then, in a rare burst of What Realities Surrounded Me Real Page-Turner for Kids your inner slothful self. But there’s inspiration accompanied by the sud- den singing of “Downtown” by Petula By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN out of the car. an unwritten law that says anything Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times By MARYLOU MORANO Library is located at North Avenue and less than attending the coronation Clark, you set out for the video store. The sidewalk was flooded with Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Tillotson Road in Fanwood and can be ball on Saturday night and you’re a Hope springs eternal. Or at least for a WESTFIELD – Monday morn- children and teachers, employees and Area children can indulge in a little reached by phone at (908) 322-4377. social flop. few minutes. ing, MSNBC splashed the execution administrators making their way into pleasure reading while having lots of fun All that’s left on the shelf is What’s of Timothy McVeigh across the The Presbyterian Church of when they enroll in the summer reading the Worst That Could Happen? and screen with a staggering play-by- programs offered by local libraries. Westfield’s nursery school. Recording Artist Kassy Michaels, two even bigger losers. But cheer up. play of what he would experience With brightly-colored backpacks Mountainside Public Library is offer- You could do worse. You didn’t get to from the lethal injection to be ad- ing “2001: A Reading Odyssey” to all and bows in their hair, a string of the video store Saturday morning, ministered at 7 a.m. in Terre Haute, school age Mountainside library card when all the good stuff is available, little girls skipped toward the door, holders. Children can set their own sum- NYC Radio Personality Join Ind. expecting the day to be filled with because you didn’t want to admit that I said a short prayer for him before mer reading goals and keep a log of you weren’t going to the coronation learning, security and friends. And, books read. Bookmarks, stickers, prizes ball that evening. So what did you turning off the television and going then it hit me. These children, much and certificates will be awarded. Pre- Fight Against Cancer at Benefit expect? Pearl Harbor, Shrek, Me- to work. I didn’t need to hear McVeigh like those going to daycare at the school children may participate by hav- MOUNTAINSIDE – API Record- National Anthem to open the mento, The Golden Bowl and all the pronounced “dead” by the news an- building in Oklahoma City were ex- ing someone read to them. ing Artist and Mountainside’s own evening’s festivities. other A-list choices you’ve been want- chor. pecting the same kind of day. Registration is required and begins Mon- ing to see since their theatrical re- Approaching the corner of Cen- day, June 25. A summer celebration party Kassy Michaels joined WPLJ 95.5 The dinner honored CEO of Their parents or guardians FM radio personality and Westfield YankeeNets Dr. Harvey W. Shiller. lease have been snatched up. tral Avenue and East Broad Street, I dropped them off and embraced will be held on Thursday, August 9, at 11 So it’s Freddy Got Fingered, Town a.m. for all summer reading participants. native Joe Nolan and other celebri- Celebrity athletes in attendance in- turned my radio to AM (something them without the knowledge that and Country, or What’s the Worst For more details or to sign up, please ties during the Valerie Fund’s 25th cluded Mike Plant, Mark Semioli, I rarely do) to hear what was going this would be the last time they That Could Happen. Which makes it on. There was something about hav- call the library at (908) 233-0115 or visit Annual Celebrity Sports Dinner on Lomas Brown, Luke Petitigout, Earl would see them alive. a no-brainer. ing to be “in the loop,” even in it on Constitution Plaza. Thursday, May 17, to help raise Monroe, Jim Goff, Willis Reed, The man, who after killing these The Scotch Plains Public Library is In this meager company the film something as gruesome as an execu- money to fight cancer. Whitey Ford, Jason Whittle, Albert based on the book by Donald E. children called them “collateral also offering “2001: A Reading Odyssey.” tion. damage,” had taken his last breath. This is open to children pre-school to fifth Westlake and directed by Sam Weisman is practically Academy “At 7:14 a.m., the sentence of death Surely, there would be recaps and grade. Coloring pages and puzzle hand- by lethal injection was fulfilled,” war- outs will be given each time a child regis- Award material. And that’s with two interviews with the victims’ fami- hands tied behind its back: both den Harley Lappin announced to the lies and survivors throughout the tered in the program visits the library. press in a matter-of-a-fact voice. By Registration starts Tuesday, June 26, Danny DeVito and Martin Lawrence week, glossy magazine covers and and the program runs until Friday, Au- come up short of expectations, figu- this time, I was gripping my steering six-column photos on the front page gust 3. A summer celebration will be held ratively speaking. wheel, heading up Mountain Avenue. of every newspaper. The media will on Tuesday, August 7. Granted, the popular co-stars in I parked before hearing that McVeigh milk the execution beyond its mes- For more information, please visit the this farce about two very different but chose not to deliver any final senti- sage. library on Bartle Avenue or call (908) ultimately very similar crooks who ments or apologies as originally In the wake of Timothy become embroiled in a War of The 322-5007. planned. McVeigh’s death and the atrocity The Children’s Department of the Roses-style spite fight over the pos- Though a supporter of the death Westfield Memorial Library is present- session of a “lucky” ring can’t help he caused in the lives of so many penalty, I felt some quiet remorse people, it is time we finally put the ing the “Castaways Club for Summer but bring an inherent funniness to the while I turned off the ignition and got Readers.” For every hour of reading this doings. But very little beyond that. tragedy to rest. summer, children get to vote a person, Whether it’s the poorly structured animal or thing off one of three special direction, the untidy adaptation by islands. Prizes are awarded to registrants Matthew Chapman, or simply a lack for a minimum of three hours of summer of inspiration, Lawrence is just a WRITERS FROM WESTFIELD reading. notch above lacklustre as Kevin This summer reading program is open Caffrey, a self-styled second story to all boys and girls who can read an man with a penchant for art — steal- CREATE WINNING SCENE entire book on their own and are mem- ing it that is. Ditto for DeVito as Max bers of the Westfield Memorial Library. Fairbanks, a so-called legitimate bil- Children too young to read are invited to lionaire who has undoubtedly made join Westfield Memorial Library’s Lis- his fortune via every unconscionable tening Club. When the 20 book mark is means in the book. Even in the ne’er- reached, each listener is awarded a cer- do-well typecast, DeVito seems stale tificate of merit and will be eligible to and off center. select a prize from a special Treasure A VOICE FOR OTHERS…API Recording Artist and Mountainside’s own Kassy Michaels joined WPLJ 95.5 FM radio personality and Westfield native The tale of vendetta, reprisal and Chest. counter-reprisal is told from the vantage Westfield Memorial Library’s sum- Joe Nolan and other celebrities during the Valerie Fund’s 25th Annual Celeb- rity Sports Dinner on Thursday, May 17, to help raise money to fight cancer. point of each warring protagonist’s mer programs also include Twos-Day camp. Lawrence and his band of Treats and Vacation Videos. The Valerie Fund has been sup- King, Amani Toomer and George Runyonesque robbers are depicted as a For more information, please call the porting comprehensive health care Westbrook. collective David to Fairbanks’ far more library at (908) 789-4090 or visit 550 well equipped Goliath of sycophants East Broad Street. services for children with cancer and During the evening, the Valerie Fund blood disorders since 1976. Video, featuring Ms. Michaels’ song and highly paid toadies. Fanwood Memorial Library invites all True, there’s a sly salute to the de- child card-holders to participate in “A This year’s event was emceed by “Faith.” She has donated the use of the mocratizing effects of the telecommu- High Sea Adventure and Reading Trea- Mr. Nolan, who introduced Ms. song, which appears on her debut API nications age as each side is able to sure.” Registration begins Saturday, June Michaels before she performed the Records release. violate the other’s Constitutional right 16, and the program begins Monday, to privacy with equal effect. But that’s it. June 25. The reading club is open to all This is class warfare (instead of honor) children who hold Fanwood Memorial Library cards, but priority is given to Flute Students Perform among thieves. The distinctions and par- Fanwood residents. allels made between the criminal world’s A closing ceremony will be held in Haves and Wish-We-Had-Mores are September. The Fanwood Memorial meant to be funny, in a Marxian sort of During Annual Recital way. Sometimes they are. Max’s spying is accomplished by BIG WIN AT BUCKS…On June 1, Party Habits, a 30-minute scene written by SPFHS Music Pupils WESTFIELD – The flute students man at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High chief of security Earl Radburn. Westfield High School seniors Zach Karp and Gavin Shulman, was performed of Clarissa Nolde gave their annual School, performed the “Allegro molto” Played by Larry Miller with his at the Bucks County Playhouse Drama Competition. The scene was a comedy To Tour Europe in July recital on Monday, June 4. from Haydn’s D Major Concerto. trademark brand of officious para- about the characters and events one would meet at a typical suburban high SCOTCH PLAINS – Nine stu- The evening opened with the mu- Allison Grow, a freshman at noia, he hints of tarnished ties to school party. The scene starred Joseph Nierle’s Drama 3 Class, including Jon sic of Bach and the FBI (“If they had listened to me, Gerson, Ally Smith, Bridget Fitzpatrick, Mike MacKahey, Jesse Weiss, Pieter dents from the Scotch Plains- Van Iperen, Josh Lieberman, Dania Aguero, Megan Rodd, Melanie Fanwood High School (SPFHS) Schubert performed there’d be a Disneyworld in Cuba Zachariades, Erica Cenci, and Dan Spafford, as well as Zach and Gavin. The Music Department will tour seven by Alison Ricardo and today”). Ascertaining the skinny for scene garnered awards for Best Ensemble Acting, Excellence in Acting for countries in Europe this July with Nicole Spera, both Kevin and company is a hacker dude Bridget Fitzpatrick and Erica Cenci, Best Supporting Actor for Zach, and Best the American Music Abroad Honor third graders at in a van. Director for Gavin. Zach, who will attend Ithaca College in the fall, and Gavin, Choir. Jefferson Elementary The espionage contest serves as a who will enter Brown University, have plans to write together in the future, Accepted by the program at the School in Westfield. gimmick, turning the film into a and are convinced they are now one step closer to an Oscar. recommendation of the head of Nicole is participat- series of split-screen play-by-plays as one group tries to anticipate and SPFHS’s choral music department, ing in this year’s All Laurie Wellman, the students will thus outwit the other. The technique City Band, the only only serves to highlight the missed give planned and impromptu con- third grader to be se- Westfield Community Band certs throughout The Netherlands, connection between Messrs. DeVito lected. and Lawrence. It’s not that there’s Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Maryanna McCabe Italy, Austria and France. bad chemistry. More correctly, there Marks Start of New Season The students included in the choir and Adrienne is no chemistry to go bad. For all the interacting they do, they might WESTFIELD – The Westfield Com- Christmas and summer concerts. O’Rourke, both stu- Ms. O’Donnell has performed with are Ryan Aspell, Carolyn Barnett, as well have phoned in their perfor- munity Band, under the direction of Elias Katie Downey, Lenore McMillion, dents at Edison Inter- J. Zareva, recently hosted their Third the band for 19 years. A lifelong Westfield mediate School in Westfield, per- Westfield High School, played the So- mances. musician, she has performed in numer- Abigail Nichols, Delsa Slaugh, The seams show. The movie pitches Annual Awards Dinner at The Westwood Howard Smith, Nora Weber and Ian formed works by Haydn and Bach, nata in E by Bach. She participated in in Garwood. ous musical groups on the flute, baritone respectively. Stephanie Koleda, a the 2001 New Jersey Flute Choir Day and yaws. There is nary a fluid frame to The band, which is set to begin their horn and percussion, including the Wehrle. its credit. Much of the problem is the After a pre-tour rehearsal and fare- student at Park Middle School in at Drew University. In July, she will 89th season entertaining the Westfield Westfield High School Concert and picture’s inability to color outside the community on Thursday, June 21, initi- Marching Bands. A film editor with Getty well concert at Millersburg Univer- Scotch Plains, played Haydn “Ser- attend the Academy of Music in lines — except in one area: supporting sity in Pennsylvania starting on enade.” Gaithersberg, Md. for a weeklong se- ated the event to celebrate the camarade- Images in New York City, Ms. O’Donnell performances. They are this film’s cav- rie and volunteerism evident in forming is actively involved with the Mayor’s Tuesday, July 3, the students will A selection of duets and trios by ries of masterclasses, lessons and alry, charging to the rescue in a valiant leave for Europe. They will return students and Ms. Nolde followed. Sara coaching by flutists of the New Jersey the ensemble. Advisory Board for Westfield Commu- attempt to save the day. It is a minor Eileen O’Donnell, a member of the nity Television. to the United States after compet- Schwartz and Kaitlin Carman, both Symphony Orchestra. phenomenon at work. Oddball creativ- band’s flute section, was presented with The band is set to begin their season of ing their concert tour on Sunday, students at Terrill Middle School, dem- Elizabeth Grausso, a graduating se- ity flourishes. the ensemble’s Annual Service Award, summer concert performances in July 22. onstrated their abilities on the piccolo nior of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Of course it’s a matter of too little which honors members of band who Mindowaskin Park on Thursday eve- Additionally, two SPFHS instru- in two duets by Handel and King. This School, ended the program with the too late. But without exception, ev- have worked to make the band success- nings, June 21, 28, July 5, 12, and 19, at mentalists will tour with the Ameri- section of the recital ended with the virtuosic “Concertino” by Cecil ery ancillary role is a laugh-getter. ful. 8 p.m. These concerts will be sponsored can Music Abroad Honor Program. “Finale” of the Beethoven Trio op. 87 Chaminade. She will attend Vanderbilt Some perform quirky little sideshow A Westfield resident, she has worked by the Westfield Recreation Commis- As well as singing in the choir, by Elizabeth Grausso, Allison Grow, University as a flute major and is the bits. And others, like a bickering pair for several years as Publicity Chairper- sion, Bruce Kaufman, Director. Howard Smith will play with the and Ms. Nolde. recipient of many awards and honors, of married escape artist pals of son, coordinating the annual yearbook, For more information, please call (908) Kevin’s, supply the screenplay with Jazz Band. Bruce Smith will tour Pianist Mia Laine joined forces with including scholarships from the as well as the publicity for the band’s 789-4080. with the Symphonic Band. the sort of running gag that gives the Both Howard and Bruce are stu- the flutists in the final portion of the Westfield and Plainfield Musical Clubs. film a touch of comedy class. dents of Vincent Turturiello, head of recital. Kaitlin Carman and Sara She also earned the Arion Brown But the real standout is William Fichtner the Scotch Plains-Fanwood school Schwartz performed Bach and Handel, Award, a national award for musical as Detective Alex Tardio, a gumshoe the district’s Music Department. respectively. Christina Rosa, a fresh- excellence. likes of which you have never seen before. Gaily bedight in white suit and sporting a walking stick, his silver-blonde hair coifed and his face made up in a contemporary paean to the court of Louis Quatorze, the effetely over-the-top sleuth is a sheer hoot. The portrayal begs for a future expansion, and in and of itself is almost worth what it’ll cost to rent this film. But don’t get carried away. Remember, this is only if you have absolutely nothing better to do and the video store has absolutely nothing bet- ter to offer than What’s The Worst That Could Happen? A lot could happen four or five months from now. By then Marty might know what he wants to do. * * * * * What’s The Worst That Could Hap- HONORED FOR SERVICE…Eileen O’Donnell, a member of the Westfield pen?, rated PG-13, is an MGM release Community Band’s flute section, was presented with the ensemble’s Annual directed by Sam Weisman and stars Mar- Service Award, which honors members of band who have worked to make the tin Lawrence, Danny DeVito and William band successful. Pictured, left to right, are: Barry Rosenberg, Ms. O’Donnell, Fichtner. Running time: 97 minutes. and Westfield Community Band Director Elias Zareva. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, June 14, 2001 Page 21 BLAST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 clude a trumpet soliloquy called Loss, which features a solo trum- peter lowered down on a chair against black light lighting effects. Other works include an African style Marimba Spiritual called Spiritual of the Earth, highlighting an exciting and exotic array of Af- rican drums. Antics include a snare drum dual David Palladino’s turned duo by lead drummer Jeff Queen and his longtime friend also in the production, and several seg- Music Corner ments where the musicians and front come out into the audience to Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times add visual and musical color to the Kurt Masur Conducts SEEING STARS…Between shooting scenes for their award-winning NBC drama “Law & Order,” cast members took performance — at one point even some time to pose with Scotch Plains resident and Leader/Times photographer Cheri Rogowsky. Mrs. Rogowsky, who utilizing 20 or so Australian owns the shoe store below the apartment where the scenes were filmed, said cast members enthusiastically welcomed her. New York Philharmonic Pictured, left to right, are: Jerry Orbach, Mrs. Rogowsky, Jesse Martin, and Elizabeth Rohm. digeredoos which are played throughout the entire theater, cre- ating an all-enveloping, earth tone In All-Strauss Concert musical effect. Additional scenes and musical By DAVID PALLADINO work. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times For example, the death of Till was numbers include Bolero, Color NEW YORK CITY — With all of Wheel, Loss, Simple Gifts/Appa- excessively Teutonic. The solo clari- the incredible classical music en- net either chose or was instructed to lachian Spring, Medea, The Prom- sembles that we can experience vir- play through Till’s “death screams” OnOn TheThe BeatBeat ise of Living, Gee Officer Krupke, tually each weekend in New Jersey, in almost straight tempo — taking Lemontech, and the Land of Make the haul across the river into Manhat- With Andy Goldenberg much away from the scene’s drama. Believe. tan to hear their orchestra Furthermore, the orchestral chords The very individuality of the extraordinaire is worth the trip and representing his death blows were Being There, Best in Show pieces constantly re-invigorate the essential for the serious concertgoer. not only on the light side, but seemed Get Out of listener. Final unity of the show The New York rushed as well. manifests in the return of the Bo- Philharmonic sets The Four Last the standard of ex- Songs offered a Top Newest DVD Releases lero theme in the conclusion — cellence for the or- which rises out of the climax of the nice contrast to the House By ANDY GOLDENBERG arrived courtesy of Warner/Reprise, in- chestral genre in our the slightly more By CAROL F. DAVIS Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times cluding REM’s newest offering, “Re- downright exciting arrangement of Metropolitan area. heroic aspects of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Warner Home Video released two no- veal.” While this album does feature some the traditional Spanish piece, Maestro Kurt the tone poems. If you would like to enjoy the table DVDs this past week that you should of the electronic treatments that were so Malagueña. Masur, approaching Dame Felicity, beautiful sounds of violin and piano definitely check out. prevalent on the its predecessor, “UP,” BLAST is most certainly a com- the end of his tenor who has sung in music, complete with warm and Being There, starring Peter Sellers and “Reveal” is a much better album due to bination of traditional brass music with the orchestra virtually every witty anecdotes, catch the Stirling Shirley MacLaine, was probably Sellers’ its more pop-oriented slant. and high level popular culture in he has lead since major opera Duo at the Jewish Community Cen- last great film. He plays a simple gar- Also on Warner/Reprise comes Gothic- distinct American style — a show 1991, conducted the house of conse- ter of Central New Jersey on dener whose only education has been rock king Nick Cave, who continues his final subscription Wednesday, June 20, at 11 a.m. Part highlighting ingenuity, passion, and quence, offered a whatever he observed on television. melancholy brilliance on, “No More Shall concert of the sea- decent interpre- of their Entertainment Through Somehow manages to unwittingly fool We Part.” assertiveness, thus exemplifying Classical Music program, this per- son in Avery Fisher tation of the Washington, D.C. Virgin Records much of what is best in our society. Hall this past week- formance is by the talented Joseph insiders that his brings us the new Songs. An agile It’s not for the weak-minded or end in an all-Rich- and refined so- Gluck on violin and Mary Bariarz simple observations double-live CD, weak-hearted. on piano. Mr. Gluck was with the on life are political ard Strauss concert. prano voice, es- “Live From Mars,” See BLAST. It leaves you with a The concert in- Kurt Masur Detroit and St. Louis Symphonies, metaphors that can featuring stunning pecially clear in and he now plays with the New help achieve world renditions of, sense of wanting to take all your cluded guest so- the upper register, Dame Felicity Jersey Symphony Orchestra. Ms. peace. This “Idiot “Alone” and Led friends along to the catch this ex- prano Dame Felicity Lott, singing offered good volume and tone Bariarz is a member of the Paper Savant” theme was Zeppelin’s “Whole perience. the Four Last Songs in addition to the against the strong orchestra — Mill Playhouse Orchestra, the borrowed for the hit Lotta Love.” To get tickets to BLAST at the three tone-poems; Don Juan, Tod “against,” mind you, not “with” the Wayne Chamber Orchestra and the movie Forrest Our friends at Broadway Theater, Broadway at und Verklärung, and Till orchestra. Northern Morris County Choral So- Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche. Gump and I am sur- Matador Records 53rd, please call the box office at Ensemble effect was not totally in ciety Orchestra. It’s only $5 for the prised nobody men- The Philharmonic produces the have brought us an (212) 239-6200 or (800) 432-7250. sync between vocalist and orchestra performance, and an extra $2.50 for tioned the connec- expanded re-mas- distinct sound of maturity and conse- at times, as exemplified in the or- the kosher lunch to follow. Register tion. tered version of The Group sales (877) 536-3437 or visit quence. Their sheer talent and in- chestra by some minor choppy trum- in advance by calling Nan at (908) Shirley Soft Boys’ seminal www.BlastTheShow.com. strumental control cannot be over- pet attacks, and by some of the 889.8800, extension no. 207. MacLaine sizzles as 1980 album, “Un- looked. Individual sections of the unfilled space left by the soloist • • • • • • • • • • • the First Lady. This derwater Moon- orchestra are fully developed and during the especially slow tempi of If you’re like me, you love film is an underrated light.” While Disc stable; strings, woodwinds, percus- Beim Schlafengehen and Im Westfield’s own Ahrre’s Coffee gem which has only One features the sion and brass. Abendrot. improved with age. Ronnie Spector Roastery and you enjoy attending regular album along Ronnie Spector Most notably, when performing, The raked setup of the orchestra musical performances, “Coffee I am also stoked that with outtakes, Disc CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 the orchestra exhibits the supreme one of the best films is especially nice on the Avery Fisher With Conscience” is a win-win Two offers up demo 1999 was a big year for Ronnie, confidence of an organization who Hall stage, and enables the power- event. On Saturday, June 23, at 7:30 of 2000 has finally recordings of the who released “She Talks to Rain- has been number one since 1842 — received a DVD re- songs that eventu- ful brass to project loudly and freely p.m., the series, sponsored by the bows.” She co-produced the five-song an orchestra that has “seen” and over the lower situated string sec- Coffeehouse Ministry of the First lease. ally made their way onto the final cut. I album with the late legendary punk Like its predecessor Waiting For hope Matador can find more obscure “done.” They are not only the oldest tions. Woodwinds also project bet- United Methodist Church, at 1 East rocker Joey Ramone. Currently, in America, but one of the oldest in Broad Street in Westfield, contin- Guffman, Best in Show from Spinal Tap’s gems like this to reissue along with their Ronnie, 54, resides in Connecticut ter on the risers. Horns are cleverly Christopher Guest is a comedy with many great new releases. the world. placed in two successive rows on ues with scott e. moore. Mr. moore with her husband and two sons, Aus- The former East German conduc- will perform his “original blend of of the same cast embers from Guffman, Sony Legacy recently reissued the best tin Drew and Jason Charles. the orchestra left, facing the stage, jazz, R&B, and acoustic rock with Parker Posey, Eugene Levy and Catherine Blue Oyster Cult albums, “Agents of tor and his orchestra attacked the so the sound from their instruments, a mesmerizing voice and lyrics that O’Hara (from “SCTV”). However, the Fortune,” featuring “Don’t Fear the opening piece, Don Juan, with excit- which face backwards, can reflect draw you into another world.” Yes, subject matter revolves around a world- Reaper,” as well as “Tyranny & “Muta- ing vigor that set the tone for the rest off the rear-side wall and out into there is a world outside of Westfield! renown dog show and the obsessions of tion” and “Secret Treaties.” of the evening. The wavering dy- the hall. Timpani, which is correctly The well-spent $10 admission fee the dog owners. Newly-released are re-mastered ver- Linda Kolar namic control that plagues many placed in the center of the highest buys you coffee, and the proceeds As much as I loved Guffman for its sions of the Judas Priest back catalog other orchestras, never comes into rear riser, has to suffer however simple charm, I consistently laughed from including, “Screaming for Vengeance,” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 question here. The contrasts of their will go to several non-profit organi- she was employed in a business out- slightly, emitting a somewhat hol- zations. my belly in almost every scene during “Point of Entry,” “Defenders of the Faith” breathtakingly intimate ppp was al- low sound quality. Overall, acous- Best in Show. Very few films can generate and “British Steel.” All releases feature side of Somerville, but commuted to • • • • • • • • • • • ways as momentous as their “in your tics in the spartan hall are decent. that response from me. Included in this bonus tracks as well as incredible sound. New York City in the evenings to face” triple-f aggressiveness. This is a call for all you gardening DVD version of the film are great deleted The upcoming special summer Finally from Columbia/Legacy come take part in art classes. The Strauss tone poems are not for concerts of the New York Philhar- enthusiasts. On Saturday, June 23, scenes, as well as the obligatory theatri- more great Miles Davis reissues including from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., you are Aside from the Cranford grist- the weak-spirited, and the killer brass monic will include concerts in Cen- cal trailer and commentary during the the live “Jazz at the Plaza,” “At Newport,” mill, Ms. Kolar has also used land- section did an excellent job in setting invited to bring your pruners, loppers film by Guest and Levy. “‘Round About Midnight” and “Mile- tral Park on Tuesday, July 10, with and spades to Reeves-Reed Arbo- On Being There and Best in Show, the mark buildings in Garrison, N.Y. as the overall aggressive tone for the guest violinist Joshua Bell and Mae- stones.” Jazz neophytes may want to dip performance. retum, 165 Hobart Avenue, in Sum- digital transfers are excellent. Warner their toes into the new double-CD compi- subject matter, while honing her stro William Eddins and on Monday, mit. Why, you ask? There, where Home video did a great job with both of lation, the Essential Miles Davis or the creative skills at the Garrison Art Specifically, the French Horn sec- July 16, with guest soprano Audra one of their favorite sayings is “Gar- these films. single CD sampler The Best of Miles Davis Center. While the trip to Garrison is tion, led by Principal Philip Myers, McDonald and Maestro Michael dening is much more fun with prop- On the music front, some heavy hitters and John Coltrane from the six-CD box set. was in their element. In fact, the Stern. erly maintained tools,” they will a two-hour commute, it has been a three tone poems highlight some of haven of inspiration for the artist. Opening night of the 160th con- take your dull, rusty implements the most magnificent passages ever cert season 2001, featuring violin- and clean and sharpen them for you. Fine Arts Recognition Evening She has also worked in studios in written for the instrument. While the ist Anne-Sophie Mutter, will be Limit yourself to gardening tools. Livingston, Ringwood and the Associate Principal Jerome Ashby held on Thursday, September 20. Horticulturist Karen Moore and her Spring Studio in New York’s Soho performed a flawless first horn in the staff will also offer more tips on Results In Scholarship Awards For more information, please call Results In Scholarship Awards district. Don Juan and Tod und Verklärung, (212) 875-5757 for more informa- maintenance and winter storage. All WESTFIELD – The Department of (drama). Principal Myers defined perfection this and lemonade and cookies, too. Color and accuracy are valued tion. Fine Arts for Westfield Public Schools Woman’s Club of Westfield – Eric components for Ms. Kolar when in tone, volume and interpretation in Members are admitted for free, and has revealed that several senior students Spector (art), Leanne Meriton (music), the Four Last Songs and the Till non-members pay just $6 Check earned scholarships during the district’s Victoria Joyce (music). seated before the easel. your shrubs. An esteemed board member of the Eulenspiegel solos sections. Fine Arts Senior Recognition Evening Westfield Art Association Award – String section in general exhibited Book Signing on Tap • • • • • • • • • • • held on Wednesday, May 30. Daniel Egan, Charles Addams Art Award Westfield Art Association, she has a warm, yet accurate and definable You can schlep into New York Westfield Coalition Scholarships – – Jocelyn Arlington, Art Club Service been an invaluable contributor in With Gertrude Wood Awards – Rebecca Brachman, Westfield sound — absolutely essential in at- City or you can remain close to Allen Yu (music), Peter Yu (music), Kristi planning some of the organization’s tempting to articulate the intricate WESTFIELD – Westfield au- home and see a closer-to-the-origi- Williams (music), Elizabeth Ottoson (mu- Education Association Purchase Award ongoing activities. Ms. Kolar has sic), Jocelyn Arlington (art), Megan Rodd – Albert Lin, Westfield High School Pur- writing of Strauss. Woodwinds per- thor Gertrude Wood will have a nal version of Cabaret at the open- also been a member in the Somerset formed in a clear and strong fashion ing of Middlesex County’s 2001 (drama), Scott Brewster (all around). chase Awards – Shannon Kunath, Kristen book signing of her novel, “Sin- Season of Plays in the Park Open- National School Orchestra Award – Pollack, Eric Spector, Jenny Korecky, Art Association, Nutley Art Group, and major themes, as well as minor cerely Yours,” on Wednesday, ing night at the theatre in Edison’s Andy Bhasin, Director’s Award For Or- Marc Schott, Ashley Curry, Roberta Kane- New Jersey Center for Visual Arts in nuances, were brought to the fore June 20, at 7:30 p.m. at Barnes Roosevelt Park will be on Tuesday, chestra – Peter Yu, Victoria McCabe, Eizenberg, Memorial Scholarship – Summit and Watchung Arts Center, believably by Maestro Masur in the & Noble in Clark. She will also July 3, at 8:30 p.m. The play will run Christina Yang, Allen Yu. Shawn McCabe, Keith S. Hertell, 2nd among others. first three pieces. discuss her novel, offer a read- for 10 performances until closing Louie Armstrong Award – Dan Perez, Memorial Scholarship – Megan Rodd. She has studied at the National The concluding piece, Till ing and answer questions. Patrick S. Gilmore Award – Elizabeth Westfield High School Marching Eulenspiegel, included some ques- Mrs. Wood has been a resi- on Saturday, July 14. You may bring Academy of Design and the New low back lawn chairs and place Ottoson, Madeline Bristol Scholarship Band Scholarships – Kathy Czap, tionable choices of tempi concern- dent of Westfield for over 35 them where you want them right – Margaret Wei, Allen Yu, Peter Yu. Con- Bethany Dresely, Timothy Kelman, Sa- York Academy for Art in New York ing the death of Till, the merry rouge years. after you buy your ticket. It’s only cert Choir Award – Kristi Williams. rah Merritt, Jackie Novick, Elizabeth City. cavalier, in the final section of the $3, and kids under 12 are admitted Hank and Marian Glass Award – Ottoson, Justin Pregenzer, Meryl Roche, for free. If the entire family isn’t Gavin Shulman. Farryl Scher, Pieter VanCort, Suzanne interested in a musical, send them Drama Achievement Award – Scott Schneider, Lauren Talbot, Kristina Will- next door to the mall. Most of you Brewster and Kevin Buckland. iams, Jennifer Wilson, Stephen Wilson. have the next day off, so you can all Parent-Teacher Organization Award Drum Major Award – Kristina Will- enjoy your evening. – Fran Re (fine arts), Timothy Kelman iams, Jennifer Wilson, John Philip Sousa (crafts), Bethany Dresely (vocals), Andy Band Award – Stephen Wilson, Jerome S. Bhasin (instrumental), Bridget Fitzpatrick Morrow Memorial Award – Cathy Czap.

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Editor: Michelle H. LePoidevin, [email protected] Take the Stage: Kerrianne Spellman Cort, [email protected] Popcorn: Mike Goldberger, [email protected] Music Corner: David Palladino, [email protected] A fun filled interactive art workshop experience On the Beat: Andy Goldenberg, [email protected] SUMMER SESSION STILL FORMING Backstage Pass: John D. Luerssen, [email protected] Get Out of the House: Carol F. For Children, Teens & Adults... All Levels Welcome Davis, [email protected] For information and registration call Children’s Book Nook: Marylou Morano, [email protected] (908) 654-5663 500 North Avenue East, Westfield CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 22 Thursday, June 14, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION INSIDE A&E: NY PHILHARMONIC, ON THE BEAT, JAZZ UP YOUR SUMMER READING CrCreativityeativity WWillill AlwAlwaysays bebe FoundFound ArAroundound TheThe BendBend ForFor LindaLinda KKolarolar ofof WWestfieldestfield By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN what I am doing.” so to speak, have made Ms. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times All of the distractions that have Kolar consider painting from WESTFIELD – While working put the creative process on the skids, photographs of her life sub- through some strong emo- jects. This decision, she tions and situations in her knows, might help her life, Linda Kolar was si- focus on her work and multaneously composing weather changes would PenPen && InkInk a life drawing in an art not be a deterrent, but class in Nutley. Ms. Kolar prefers hav- Surrounded by fellow ing the actual subject A Village of Mall Stores, A Sidewalk artists poised at their ea- matter before her eyes. sels, Ms. Kolar took a hard During an interview look at her piece and saw with The Westfield Of Dining: Welcome Restaurant Row that her feelings had Leader and The Times translated onto the can- of Scotch Plains- By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times vas. Everyone else’s Fanwood, she remem- pieces were more sub- The Town of Westfield, which has all of the sounds of a city, certainly has bered the legend left dued. behind by her aunt in changed beyond a village of mom and pop stores. The quaintness has oozed “I was a little embar- the art world. Collabo- away with every snip of a ribbon-cutting, welcoming in a mall store. We’ve rassed,” said Ms. Kolar, rating with Sam got Gap, Express, Foot Locker, Ann Taylor, Nine West, and soon, ladies will admitting that she Goldwyn and Walt be able to purchase their nightwear at Victoria’s Secret on East Broad Street. scrapped the original and Disney in California, All we need is a food court. reworked the subject mat- her aunt worked in a “Peeling Potatoes” by Westfield’s Linda Kolar, Have you ever taken a hard look at Elm Street? I can picture a pile of ter. Thinking back to the less stressful type of raw emotion that inspired an Oil on Pressed Hardwood, 16” x 20” sopping gray trays and plastic utensils at the end of Quimby Street for environment. “There her, however, she believes was no punch in, punch out plyers, brushes and canvases, sent by shoppers to pick up and tote down Elm while choosing between Theresa’s, she should have salvaged system,” said Ms. Kolar, “the a woman who inspired her, meant a the original piece. hours were flexible and she great deal to Ms. Kolar. “Raw feelings do come would go with the other artists From 1968 to 1970, the young artist thrived in the company of Arts out,” the Westfield resident SHE’S A WINNER...Linda Kolar of Westfield won an and enjoy the park remembered when discuss- Honorable Mention for her charcoal with gouache, (Disneyland).” Students League members in New ing art as a creative and “Pygmalion,” at the Salon 2001 Members’ Exhibit held “She sent me my first bunch York City. She returned to the orga- emotional process, “The from Saturday, March 24, to Sunday, April 1. The of art supplies,” she recalled nization as an employee in the stu- best art has a feeling in it.” exhibition was sponsored by the Westfield Art Associa- with sentiment in her voice. dent office, in the mid-1980s. Later, Lia’s, Elm Street Café, Lime, or the up and coming Sweet Waters In fact, the originality tion, of which Mrs. Kolar is a board member. The canvas stretchers, canvas Continued on Page 21 Steakhouse. Restaurant row is alive and kicking in downtown Westfield. and free license afforded An over-glorified version of the food court at the Bridgewater her drive to create is Commons, it is only a matter of time before the smaller shops along strongly valued by Ms. Kolar. She Elm Street are squeezed out by more eateries longing to be part of the confided that she appreciates the food chain. I can hear the squeaking already from across the street. autonomy of being a student of life and her own boss as an artist. While I feel there is nothing wrong with having a variety of restaurants to “No one is telling me what to do, Artist of choose from, because there are a number of palates to entice, the town begins but me,” she explained. Artist of to lose its Colonial, mom and pop appeal when all turns contemporary and There are a lot of demands on Ms. commercial. I would be saddened to watch Elm Street turn into a food court, Kolar’s time, so working on a paint- especially, when there is nowhere to park for anyone to enjoy it. ing is a precious pleasure – almost a WITH J OHN L UERSSEN the Week The more appealing the stores or restaurants become, the more luxury. necessary it will be for diners and shoppers to find adequate parking. Last month, Ms. Kolar positioned her easel on the sidewalk along the If you think you’ve got it bad already, try dropping off your handi- cobble-stoned faced bridge on Lin- Southern Rockers Storm capped grandmother on a bench at night so you can tool around coln Avenue in Cranford to paint Westfield to find a parking spot because there is no handicapped Williams Droescher Mill. The deep parking near any of the restaurants. Gram leaning on her walker, red building is a historical landmark in the township, dating back to 1740. PNC Arts Center waiting to enjoy her meal was not a comfortable experience for her. So, Darkness crept in as .38 Special, she’s opted to spend her dining dollars elsewhere. Day after day, cars and trucks By JOHN D. LUERSSEN whizzed past her, folks out for a walk Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times one of southern rock’s biggest hit I’ve spoken with police officers, downtown employees, visitors, out- makers, took the stage. Fronted by or children coming home from school HOLMDEL — The PNC Bank Donnie Van Zant, brother of late of-towners and residents about their impressions of the town’s flavor. would stop by her easel to converse. Arts Center’s 2001 sea- A high percentage believe they are visiting a mall. While Ms. Kolar likes being “on son got off to a rousing One of the only differences between mall shopping and our own location” for a painting, she said the start Friday night, as the restaurant row/mall? While your car is parked in a secure spot, you, visitors were often distracting. “Volunteer Jam” south- noshing on a garden salad and eyeing your purchases from Ann Taylor, “It helps to get out of the house,” ern rock caravan pulled she said, “But, in the time I have out into Holmdel. take comfort in the fact that you are less likely to run the risk of getting As daylight faded, there, I need to work.” She later hit by a semi trying to make a turn off East Broad Street onto Elm. fans of the sub genre noted, “I concentrate very hard on took in the sights and sounds of veteran art- David Palladino’s ists like The Charlie Daniels Band, .38 Spe- cial and one-time Allan Ronnie Spector Music Corner Brothers guitarist Dickey Betts, plus rock- By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN ing country upstarts The Charlie Daniels Band Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Trent Summer & The The voice of Veronica Bennett or Cream of the Corps Pulsate Throughout New Row Mob. Ronnie Spector is alive and well in Taking the stage a few minutes Lynyrd Skynyrd leader Ronnie Van my car. The windows rolled down, ahead of the publicized 6 p.m. start Zant, these self-professed “Wild the breeze in my hair and the Broadway Theater During BLAST time, Tennessee native Summar and Eyed Southern Boys” discharged Grammy-winning “Walking in the his congregation ripped through ma- rousing versions of their biggest Rain” blaring from my radio. At By DAVID PALLADINO terial from their self-titled 2000 al- songs. The dual guitar attack of early Christmas time, it’s the same scene – Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ’80s tunes like “Caught Up In You” except the windows are up, the heat bum. Sporting the type of garb that is on, I’m shopping for presents and NEW YORK CITY — Corps has Summar jokingly touted as “com- and “If I’d Been The One,” was offset arrived. Once relegated to large uni- by soothing bal- “Frosty the Snowman” is crooned fortable Southern by Spector’s sultry and edgy vocals. versity or major sports stadium ven- swag,” the six- ladry like the ues, the enthusiasm, talent, power band’s final chart New York’s Spanish Harlem is piece band offered where Ronnie called home. At 8 or 9, and ultimate glory of Drum Corps an enthusiastic entry, 1989’s has reached a pinnacle of perfor- “Second her uncles crafted her first spotlight performance, in from a coffee can, while Ronnie mance on the stage of the Broadway spite of having the Chance.” Theater in Manhattan. would sing at her grandmother’s venue less than Perhaps the house. The music of Frankie Lyman’s BLAST is the total summation of half full at the most touching “Why Do Fools Fall in Love” and the all that is best in drum corps, but time. moment of the girl group frenzy of The Marvelettes much more — the total fusion of Recalling night was when and the Shirelles made Ronnie gather traditional and cutting edge brass Dwight Yoakam’s Ronnie addressed her cousins Estelle and Nedra and music arrangements, traditional and early output, the Holmdel form The Ronettes. exotic drums, intricate flag, rifle, Summar’s group crowd to thank the While trying to survive the tumul- saber and prop artistry (front), all served up insight- audience for help- tuous eye of the storm that was her combined with impressive dance ful odes to the ing to keep the marriage to record producer Phil work and a flood of awesome color nouveau riche memory of his Spector, Ronnie’s unique sound took and special lighting effects. (“New Money”), brother alive, but over the radios in the 60s. The Not only for die-hard high school plus more typical the most enter- Ronettes’ look, however, was every- marching band and drum corps types, taining five min- thing the other girl groups were not. subjects like de- Ronnie wanted to prove that she BLAST most definitely appeals to votion (“Paint utes in the band’s all those who are interested in the Pinney and Jim Moore, who designed opens with a perfectly chosen and set came during never forget her roots in Spanish and head up the front choreography, beautifully arranged Bolero high- Your Name In Harlem. So, the style of heavy make- drama, power and glory of theatrical Purple”) and the encore, a music. There has literally not been a have been heavily involved in the lighting smooth marching moves, forceful run up and high hair (famous on the Corps scene in addition to brass spe- dances and musical arrangement. abandonment “Be streets of Spanish Harlem) were the performance of BLAST that failed to So Blue,” as at- .38 Special through the bring virtually the entire audience to cialist Donnie Vandoren, who cur- Actually, one of the most potent as- antithesis of the 60s look. tendees began to group’s most en- “Be My Baby,” “Do I Love You,” their feet in wild enthusiasm — which rently serves as Associate Producer. pects of the show is the strength of during song, “Hold On Loosely.” Hugh Vanstone has designed the the musical arrangements. filter into the venue. Notable licks “Baby I Love You,” “The Best Part has also compelled the production to from Mob guitarist Kenny Vaughn Headliners The Charlie Daniels of Breaking Up,” and “I Can Hear extend their stay at the theater until lighting for plays, musicals and op- Principal arranger James Prime cre- Band (CBD) gave concertgoers eras around the world. Mark Hood, ated a sublime arrangement of Simple perked up the ears of those uniniti- Music” were the teen anthems of the next January. ated, and those who managed to catch nearly two hours of southern fried era and Ronnie was behind them all. Originally the brain-child of Tom Morse and Bobby Aitken have Gifts/Appalachian Spring that re- jams and blistering boogie rock. For- been involved with sound design for the show were not disappointed. But, so was her husband, Phil. BLAST Director James Mason, the mains true to Copeland’s original saking much of his usual country tact In her autobiography, “Be My over 50 Broadway productions. orchestral, but adds a whole new Dickey Betts, legendary guitarist production expanded to include some with the Allman Brothers Band, took for the New Jersey rock fans in atten- Baby: How I Survived the Mascara, of the biggest names in both Drum The company can put over 50 mu- human dimension with the addition dance, Daniels “played his fiddle Miniskirts and Madness or My Life sicians, vocalists and front on the of specially designed hand bells for the stage just before 7 p.m. Al- and Bugle Corps and Broadway The- though Betts was fired from that hard” through foot-stomping clas- as a Fabulous Ronette) came out in ater. Jonathan Vanderkolff, George stage at any given time. The show the front and masterfully arranged sics like “The South’s Gonna Do It” 1990, Ronnie related that Phil called vocal sections. group last year, he roared on this evening undaunted. Along with his and “Texas.” up all of the radio stations and told Mr. Prime is one of America’s Dressed in his obligatory cowboy them to give “Walking in the Rain” leading arrangers. He has even col- newly-compiled touring band, Betts less airplay. His jealousy over her took the time to promote and touch hat, Daniels’ well-chosen and dex- laborated with and arranged works terously performed covers like Stevie success and her personality which for such prestigious local ensembles on material from his first post- magnetized the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Allman’s solo album, “Let’s Get Ray Vaughan’s “Pride And Joy” and as the acclaimed and award winning the aforementioned Lynyrd The Rolling Stones and The Beatles, Governor Livingston High School Together,” which is due out Tues- were too much for Phil to take. day, July 31. Skynyrd’s “Freebird” were a wel- Band from Berkeley Heights. Many come surprise. While it took two years for Phil times over, the ensemble has been Still, the bulk of Betts’ 55-minute and Ronnie’s divorce to come set was comprised of the Allman’s By the time The CDB reached it’s through, the ordeal transformed her awarded the title of Northeast Cham- encore, performing “The Devil Went pion. classics that he helped make famous. life. Billy Joel wrote “Say Goodbye Betts gave appreciative fans crystal- Down To Georgia” in a seemingly to Hollywood,” a tribute to Ronnie. Many of the musicians and danc- never-ending version, the band’s most ers are drawn from the Star of Indi- line takes on classics like “Melissa” Cousins Estelle and Nedra opted out and “Blue Sky,” plus the superb en- popular song turned into the night’s of The Ronettes and Ronnie scoured ana Drum and Bugle Corps, who most memorable moments. were initially created in 1984 by the core, “Ramblin’ Man.” Betts, the man Spanish Harlem for some new sing- responsible for singing and writing With four bands performing in ers. Cook Group, Incorporated to serve excess of five hours, The Volunteer In 1986, Ronnie chimed into Eddie young people who had a love for that free-spirited 1973 smash, his former act’s biggest hit, proved he Jam gave attendees, even passive Money’s duet, “Take Me Home To- music and the Corps genre. The age fans, much to smile about. One can night.” To her credit, she is also the of the performers ranges from 19 to thoroughly owned the material. Not surprisingly, the audience response only hope that the summer concert only American singer to have been 30. series in Holmdel will continue to backed by all of the members of The Other highlights of the show in- was phenomenal, some of the loud- est of the night. give music lovers this much satisfac- Beatles. Continued on Page 21 tion. Continued on Page 21 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK