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(908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, May 16, 2002 Published Every Thursday Since 1890 OUR 112th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 36-112 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] FIFTY CENTS COUNCIL TO BEGIN ENFORCEMENT OF NEWSRACK ORDINANCE Senior Citizen Housing Land Lease to Be Rewritten by Town

By LAUREN S. PASS agreements before they are signed. added that the old lease needs to be Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Mayor Gregory McDermott asked thrown out and a new one be written. At Tuesday night’s regularly sched- why senior citizens wanted a 35-year Councilman Betancourt stated that uled conference session a lengthy lease, rather than a shorter time pe- a new lease may be more advanta- discussion took place on renewing riod. geous for them to borrow. The coun- the land lease for Westfield’s Senior Third Ward Councilwoman Claire cil was in consensus that a new lease Citizen Housing Corporation, located Lazarowitz questioned why it has be drawn. on Boynton Avenue. taken a year for the council to re- Mrs. Smith told The Leader that The lease, which expired in Octo- spond. she was in favor of a new lease being ber, is for the land located at 1133 Mr. Gildea responded that the is- drawn. Boynton Avenue, the lease for the sue was given over to Mr. Cockren “I want to protect the town too,” land at 1129 Boynton Avenue was late last year, and that there was a she said. She added that they are set six years ago for approximately change in the town administration. asking for a 35-year lease should the 35 years. He said that there were multiple other corporation need to take a 30-year The original lease for 1133 was set complications and various questions, mortgage. Though they had no cur- for 50 years, to go along with the 40- adding that he has frequently been rent plans of doing so, Mrs. Smith year mortgage, which was provided on the phone with Mrs. Smith. stated that there is a hope of a third through New Jersey Housing and Mr. Cockren explained that the complex, due to the need for low- Finance Agency (NJHFA). lease is a long, complicated docu- income senior housing, which is evi- The mortgage was in place when ment, and that he did not want to get dent through their three- to five-year the original lease was signed. Senior involved in a full rewrite or to do waiting lists. citizens paid off the mortgage in a something unintended. In other business, the council will period of 27 years due to a restruc- Fourth Ward Councilman award a bid of $46,145 to TC Graph- turing of the financing that took place Lawrence Goldman stated that he ics for all printing purposes. in the 1980s. William A. Burke for The Westfield Leader felt there should be a non-distur- Mr. Gildea announced that the GRIDLOCK ALERT…A car accident on Route 22 at the Mountainside/Westfield border blocked morning rush hour Karen Simon, the Housing Man- bance agreement, meaning that the waiting list for parking was being traffic on May 8. The patient was transported to Overlook Hospital in Summit. ager of Second Westfield Senior Citi- lease would be severed if they were cleaned up, and they were currently zen Housing Corporation, told the to default on the loan, or there should up to 1999. Mayor and council that they are ask- be a restriction that the property can The demolition of a home will ing for a 35-year extension, in case only be used for senior housing. He CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Postal Service Implements New they need to apply for another mort- gage. According to Town Attorney Rob- ert Cockren, the last lease carried 800 Telephone Inquiry System multiple restrictions on senior citi- Mayor McDermott, zens’ ability to borrow money from By DEBORAH MADISON swered by the customer service cen- “The U.S. Postal Service is mak- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader lenders other than government agen- ter. ing it easier for customers to get cies. The U.S. Postal Service has imple- Each local post office that has been information and to resolve service Local GOP Officials mented a new customer service tele- He also explained that seniors pay transferred over to the new system has issues by telephone,” said Mr. the town quarterly, in lieu of taxes, in phone inquiry department to answer a new local telephone number. McDade. a formula of 6.28 percent of the all incoming telephone calls made Scotch Plains Postmaster, Jim “Establishing a telephone call cen- by customers to local post offices. gross revenues they receive in rent. It Visit White House McDade said in the press release that ter makes it easier for our customers was not clear to anyone present where When customers call the old tele- 80 percent of all calls to a local post to get prompt, accurate information the formula came from. By LAUREN S. PASS stands in the eyes of the world. phone number for their local post office sought information on such about he postal service and give us Specially Written for The Westfield Leader office, they will hear a recording Mr. Cockren added that he had According to Mayor McDermott topics as zip codes, post office hours more time to resolve local service- been in contact with Leonard Zucker, Last Tuesday five local residents, security at the White House was announcing the new 800-customer and locations and mailing rates. related issues,” he said. the attorney for senior citizens. Mr. including Westfield Mayor Gre- stringent and no one was allowed service number. When customers call gory McDermott visited the White directory assistance, requesting the Zucker had requested that all places to personally converse with the in the lease where it said NJHFA be House and met with President telephone number for a local post President. replaced with the word, “lessee,” a George W. Bush. While in Wash- Mayor McDermott told The office, they will also be given the ington the group also met with new, toll-free customer service num- Scotch Plains Teens proposal which Mr. Cockren was Westfield Leader that it was an honor uncomfortable with. senior strategists and attended a ber, 800-ASK-USPS (800-275- to even be considered to meet the Second Ward Councilman Mat- luncheon hosted by the Republi- President. He went on to say that it 8777). can National Committee (RNC). The new system has been imple- thew Albano stated that Ruth Smith, was an interesting experience to Admit to Assault Executive Director of Westfield Se- Approximately 90 residents mented in some regions of New Jer- meet with political strategists be- nior Citizen Housing Corporation, from six states were invited to cause they are on a different level, sey and will be gradually imple- attend. The states represented are mented throughout New Jersey and approached the council on this sub- in that they are in politics full time. ject last June, in regard to the lease considered swing states, and the the entire Eastern region in the near Of 13-Year-Old Girl Michelle Albano of Westfield, a renewal. GOP is trying to increase the grass GOP Team Leader, was also in future, said Spokesperson for the roots effort for the November elec- Postal Service, Carl Walton. By LAUREN S. PASS offense, have pled guilty to first- Councilman Albano added that attendance. Mrs. Albano said that Specially Written for The Westfield Leader there were questions as to whether tion. The new system was adopted in degree aggravated sexual assault, President Bush’s talk was nice be- On Monday, two Scotch Plains which will be treated as a second senior citizens had complied with President Bush spoke to the cause it was informal. Westfield, Scotch Plains, Fanwood teenagers stood before Superior Court group for a half an hour on many and Mountainside earlier this month. degree crime by the prosecutor’s of- the terms of the lease, especially the Ron Frigerio and Bill and Judge John Malone and pled guilty payment in lieu of taxes. issues including the state of the The new call center will provide fice. They have both been released Giovanna Palatucci of Westfield as adults to aggravated sexual as- on bail pending sentencing. Town Administrator James Gildea White House and where the nation also attended. customers with information about sault, admitting they took part in the most commonly asked questions in- According to the press statement, told The Westfield Leader that Se- violent attack on a 13-year-old fe- nior Housing had complied in 2001, cluding: Zip codes, mailing rates, one juvenile, who was 14 years old at male near Park Middle School in the time of the attack, remains in the and that the total for both houses had hours of operation, product and ser- Scotch Plains on January 2. vice information, change of address George W. Herlich detention center been $141,000. He added that he According to Assistant Prosecutor would be asking Town Treasurer Liy- and other typical issues. awaiting his waiver hearing. Casey Woodruff, 17-year-old Mark The four other co-defendants now Huei Tsai to look over payments for The press release stated that many Russell and 16-year-old Jesus customers used to get busy signals or face evaluation at the Adult Diag- the past five years. Gonzalez waived out of juvenile court First Ward Councilman Carl their calls did not go through when nostic and Treatment Center in after the Prosecutor’s Office filed Avenel, to determine whether they Salisbury stated that the lease would calling a local post office because of motions to have them treated as adults the volume of calls received. Mr. are compulsive and repeat sex of- allow them to mortgage or borrow for prosecution purposes, due to the monies, but that the town was not Walton reported that many more calls fenders. If they are found to be repeat nature of the crime, as was noted in offenders, they will remain at the responsible to repay, should they have been getting through to the new a press statement. call center than were previously re- Avenel Center. default on the loan. He asked about Both boys admitted to forcing the what happens to the town’s property ceived by local offices, an indication “We believe that the juvenile court, victim to perform oral sex, and to for these defendants, would not have title, should the lender re-possess, that the system was working as restraining the girl while others mo- planned. been appropriate, especially in light and questioned whether the lender lested her. Gonzalez also admitted to could come in and build something Customers preferring to call their of the physical injuries and emo- a count of sexual assault because he tional trauma inflicted on the girl,” else on the property. local post office directly will be given followed the girl inside the school the direct number, by the customer Union County Prosecutor Thomas Mrs. Simon responded that there after the group attack and forced her is a deed restriction on the property. service representative, when inquir- Manahan said in a press statement. to perform oral sex. Because they have pled guilty as Second Ward Councilman Rafael ies require information specific to a Manuel Batista and Bryan Soriano, local office, which cannot be an- adults to first-degree charges, they Betancourt asked if the council could both 16 years old at the time of the CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 retain the right to look over all loan County Freeholder Board Approves Expenditures For Vocation Training and Education in Township

By FRED ROSSI to less than $9 million. Mr. Sullivan A resolution was approved imple- Cooney, currently a resident of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader said the new academic building menting the “College for Teens” Fanwood, to provide boxing clin- The Union County Freeholders could be ready for use by Septem- program, which will provide about ics and substance abuse workshops last week approved a $14 million ber 2003. 100 county high school students for at-risk teenagers and their fami- bond ordinance to finance construc- Calling the approval, “the best with the chance to attend classes at lies. tion of a new academic building at thing for Union County and its stu- Union County College in Cranford Separately, the county will enter the Union County Vocational-Tech- dents,” Freeholder Mary Ruotolo this summer. The three-week pro- into a professional services con- nical Schools in Scotch Plains. This said at the Freeholders’ meeting that gram is open to students in all of tract with JCA Associates of Clark will enable expanding the student the project demonstrates “our com- the county’s 21 municipalities with for the provision of construction body and increasing the number of mitment to quality education.” She a minimum grade point average of administration and inspection for courses offered. said, “Usually the first cuts in public C or better. the replacement of the Cooper Road Freeholder Daniel Sullivan said school education budgets are in the The Freeholders also backed a bridge in Scotch Plains. that an additional building will al- vocational and technical areas and resolution renewing the “Senior The Freeholders also gave their low the school to offer a full-time job training.” Scholars” program at Union County backing to a proposal by Westfield Millicent K. Brody for The Westfield Leader program rather than the current “It is important,” she added, “to College. The program will be ex- officials to lower the speed limit on ART IN WESTFIELD...The Westfield Art Association held its annual Art in half-day curriculum and, “address recognize that not all students want tended further, into next spring Mountain Avenue from 35 miles Westfield show and sale last Saturday in the downtown. Pictured, above, visitors the needs of those who want a vo- to follow a college education path.” rather than the end of this calendar per hour to 25 miles per hour. to the event pose for a photo amid all of the festivities. cational education.” He added that In other matters, the board ap- year, because of an in-kind contri- The Freeholders’ next regular the county is eligible for a 40 per proved two resolutions concerning bution from the college. meeting will be held on Thursday, PPPAAAGE INDEXINDEXGE cent reimbursement from the state educational opportunities for The board also approved a reso- May 23, at which time a public hear- Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 16-18 for the project, meaning the $14 youths and senior citizens in Union lution that continues a contract with ing and vote on this year’s $324.5 Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 19-20 million price tag could be lowered County. former professional boxer Gerry million county budget will be held. Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-15 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, May 16, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION EZ Pass System Remains Plagued By Technical and Fiscal Challenges By DEBORAH MADISON always properly mounted on his should have been done, she claimed. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times windshield. Each time he gets a vio- EZ Pass has been installed in more Plagued by extensive technical and lation, Mr. Daniels said, he has to fill than 19 other states throughout the financial difficulties on many of New out a dispute form. East Coast, without these major tech- Jersey’s major highways, the EZ Pass Part of the problem is that anten- nical problems, reported Mr. LaPolla. Mass Transit System will have accu- nas installed on the tollbooth plazas He said he could not explain why so mulated a debt of $469 million by are failing to pick up the signal from many problems were occurring in 2008, when the bond contract be- users’ ID badges, mounted on their the New Jersey area, but that the comes due, according to Director of windshields. Some of these signal reasons were being investigated. the NJ Turnpike Authority, Michael problems, explained Mr. LaPolla, “This whole situation needs to be LaPolla. may be due to improper mounting of thoroughly investigated by the State Defects repeatedly occurring at the badges, which some users prefer Commissioner,” Ms. Stender sug- over 250 lanes on the Garden State to hold and flash at the antennas. gested. Parkway and the NJ Turnpike are “Users who switch cars may not be The hearings being conducted by resulting in thousands of violations flashing the badge at the proper mo- the Transportation Commission will being issued in error to valid users ment for the antenna to pick up the most likely result in a report, with and a deficit of correct fare charges signal,” Mr. LaPolla said. This re- proposed legislation to prevent this on thousands of accounts. sults in the system recording the type of damage from occurring again, With over a million users traveling car’s license plate number as a “toll- Ms. Stender said, along with some through the EZ Pass tolls daily, Mr. cheat” and issues a false violation. corrective measures. LaPolla told The Westfield Leader Some reports, however, have indi- According to Ed Oatman, Public and The Times of Scotch Plains- cated that the antenna on the toll- Relations Spokesperson for Ms. MEET AND GREET…Westfield Senior Citizen Center resident, Pearl Levine, chats with Mayor Greg McDermott, 3rd Fanwood that there was probably a booths were improperly installed, Stender’s office, the Governor has Ward Council Candidate Andy Skibitsky, and 3rd Ward Campaign Treasurer Larry McDermott during Andy two percent margin of error – be- Skibitsky’s Friendraising Meet & Greet held at his home on Saturday. not following the manufacturer’s given the Transportation Committee tween 12,000 to 18,000 false viola- specifications. 120 days, until June, to rectify the tions per day. Chase Manhattan Bank has been issues of both the technical problems WESTFIELD “For the overwhelming majority hired to oversee the credit card and and the financial deficit of $469 mil- of customers, the system works and violations charges. They get paid for lion. POLICE BLOTTER is a great convenience,” he added. each and every look at a credit card Westfield resident and Westfield or violation charge, costing the SUNDAY, APRIL 28 discovered missing. Leader Bookkeeper, Karen Hinds told flawed system millions of dollars. Westfield • Police reported an incident of SATURDAY, MAY 4 the Leader that she and her entire “The transit system has a negative criminal mischief, in which a win- • Thomas Fanning, 25, of Spring- family have been EZ Pass users for cash flow due to these design flaws,” dow was damaged on a motor ve- field was arrested at the corner of the past year and a half. They have Mr. LaPolla explained. Council hicle belonging to a Benson Place Elm Street and Kimball Avenue and not had any problems, according to Assemblywoman Linda Stender CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 resident. charged with driving while intoxi- Mrs. Hinds, with violations or im- take place at 1109 Columbus Av- WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 cated. He was released on his own told The Leader and The Times that, proper billing. Her husband, Don, “either gross mismanagement or enue, and another home and garage • Andrew W. Donaldson, 26, of recognizance. will be torn down at 708 Garfield Union was arrested at the corner of uses EZ Pass almost daily, Mrs. Hinds criminal intent” was behind the mas- SUNDAY, MAY 5 Avenue. South Avenue and West Broad Street • A Westfield resident reported said, from Westfield to Paterson and sive system failure. “If you follow and charged with possession of a the theft of $29 worth of lottery her daughter uses it to and from the money trail, you’ll find an alpha- According to Town Engineer Ken- hypodermic needle, following a tickets while she was at a South Montclair. They have used EZ Pass bet soup of companies involved in neth Marsh, neither property can be search incidental to his arrest on Avenue convenience store. on the NJ Turnpike and the Garden making huge profits on this whole subdivided without a variance. several warrants. TUESDAY, MAY 7 State Parkway with no problems. deal,” she said. “And now all of these Councilman Salisbury stated that Donaldson, who was wanted on • Joseph W. Ashby, 23, of “It really speeds up our trips with companies are pointing their fingers the newsrack ordinance has not been warrants issued by the municipal Westfield was arrested in the 900 hardly any waiting,” Mrs. Hinds said. at each other to blame for the system enforced, and that an enforcement courts of Kenilworth, Garwood, block of South Avenue, East, and “We really like using it.” failures.” officer needs to be appointed. charged with possession of less than SPIRITED STUDENT…At a recent Newark and Elizabeth, was turned honors assembly, St. Peter’s Prep in The system was originally de- PB Farradyne, based in New York, Discussions about the regulation over to the Kenilworth Police De- 50 grams of suspected marijuana. Jersey City, Principal John R. signed to pay for itself by an esti- a subsidiary of the International En- of news boxes first started in early partment. He was released on his He was issued a summons and re- Raslowsky, left, presented the 2002 mated $450 million in violation and gineering firm of Parsons own recognizance on the Westfield leased. 1998 by then Mayor Thomas Jardim, Spirit Award to Westfielder and Prep fare charges, to fund the overall $500 Brinckerhoff, was the management Councilman Goldman and former charge. SATURDAY, MAY 11 senior Joseph Serzan. Based on the million installation and operation THURSDAY, MAY 2 • Caroline Helfman, 18, and David nomination of students, faculty and coordinator overseeing several other First Ward Councilwoman Gail price tag. However, the collection of companies involved in different as- • A Clark resident reported that an Connor, 20, both of Westfield, were staff, the award is given each marking valid violation charges has fallen far Vernick, who were all concerned arrested following a motor vehicle period to students who embody the pects of equipment design, produc- unknown person used a sharp object short of original estimates, while about the number of boxes that they to inflict scratches on his motor ve- stop at Scotch Plains Avenue and spirit of St. Peter’s Prep and who have tion, installation and operation of the thought had begun appearing on the demonstrated leadership skills in the technical problems are plaguing valid hicle. The incident occurred while Clarence Street and charged with EZ Pass system. sidewalks of Westfield. Concerns possession of drug paraphernalia. school. Joseph is a member of the customers. PB Farradyne, specializing in the vehicle was parked on Elm Street. Prep forensics team, the Petrean year- centered around aesthetics and safety. FRIDAY, MAY 3 Each was released after being issued Plainfield resident, Marvin transportation engineering and plan- book staff and the Prep golf team, as The ordinance, which was passed • An East Broad Street resident a summons. Daniels, who also uses EZ Pass al- ning has been the management firm well as a member of the National Honor in November of 1999, set a permit reported that an unknown individual • It was reported that $1,030 was Society. He coaches the boys junior most daily, told the Leader that he for many major public works projects, or suspects entered his unlocked stolen from a safe located inside an varsity basketball team at Holy Trin- has had numerous violations in error including construction of airport ter- fee of $25 for the first newsrack motor vehicle while it was parked on Elm Street supermarket. ity Interparochial School in Westfield, despite being a valid cardholder. Mr. minals at JFK and the Times Square installed and $10 for each subse- South Avenue, West. A wallet con- MONDAY, MAY 13 and he helps direct retreats at his Daniels said that he frequently gets Re-development Project. quent machine. • taining cash and credit cards was Christopher Kinsella, 33, of parish, St. Helen’s Roman Catholic violations in the mail showing a photo The corporation oversaw installa- While not limiting the number of Westfield was arrested in the 500 Church in Westfield. Joseph is a 1998 of his car, allegedly going through machines at any one location, the graduate of Holy Trinity School. He is tion of the antennas by MFS Tech- block of First Street and charged the tollbooth without paying. “The nologies, a subsidiary of World-Com. ordinance does restrict each newsrack with driving while intoxicated. He the son of Mary Clare and Joseph Scotch Plains Serzan of Westfield. He will attend antenna just doesn’t pick up the sig- The NJ Turnpike Authority ulti- owner to no more than one machine was released on his own recogni- Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. nal from my badge,” Mr. Daniels at any one site. zance. mately oversaw the entire operation, in the fall. said. He claimed that the badge is according to Ms. Stender. A spokes- Councilman Salisbury added that Assault person for Parsons Brinckerhoff said resident, Bruce Long, had voluntar- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 that the company was declining to ily done the initial assessment, and could each receive a sentence of 10 SP-F BOE Honors Mr. DiFrancesco; comment and referred all questions would now be doing a thorough as- years in a state prison. This crime to their client, the NJ Turnpike Au- sessment of all newsracks in town. thority. falls under the state’s “No Early Councilwoman Lazarowitz sug- “It’s difficult to comprehend how Release Act,” requiring 85 percent Debates School Hours for 2002-2003 gested that Mr. Long be approached things could get this messed up with to be the enforcement officer. of time served before an individual all of these professionals involved,” By JENNIFER PINTO Councilman Salisbury also an- becomes eligible for parole. mances. same school would be distracting to Ms. Stender commented. “This is Specially Written for The Westfield Leader After the two-hour ceremony, the the students and inconvenient for nounced that a draft of the porch This means that Russell faces a either gross incompetence or just SCOTCH PLAINS -- The Scotch official agenda for the meeting was parents. ordinance should be ready for the minimum of 8½ years and Gonzalez another example of the debacles of Plains-Fanwood Board of Education discussed. The board offered solutions to par- next conference session. He stated a minimum of 12¾ years, while business and stock manipulation typi- honored Scotch Plains resident and The first item of discussion was ents who had children in the fifth that the ordinance would encourage Batista and Soriano will serve no Former Governor Donald cal of NJ business deals,” she added. the revised 2002-2003 calendar, grade and in other grades. One op- the building of new porches as well less than 4¼ years each, pending the DiFrancesco during the Open Agenda Able Engineering, one of the com- which was approved by the board. tion was library time for the students as keeping old porches, adding that judge’s final sentencing decision. Meeting on May 9. The board also attempted to pass the who were waiting to begin class or panies involved in the installation, in the Board of Adjustment had ques- They will also be subject to the The school board, friends, and revised school hours for 2002-2003 waiting for their parents to pick them an “Enron-type situation,” saw their requirements of lifelong community members of the community discussed in order to settle transportation bids up from school. stock skyrocket, never paid the con- tioned the front and side yard set- supervision, notification and regis- the work that Mr. DiFrancesco has earlier. Due to the many conflicts involv- tractors and then disappeared behind backs for new porches. tration under New Jersey’s Megan’s given and continues to contribute to Parents expressed concerns about ing transportation and after school the smoke-screen of bankruptcy af- Mr. Gildea informed the council Law. the community of Scotch Plains and changing the school hours without activities, the board decided to table ter making huge profits, Ms. Stender that he has spoken to the manager of If the case had gone to trial, and Fanwood. consulting the community and the the discussion of this topic until the pointed out. the Garwood Shop Rite in reference Many people mentioned that they Parent Teacher Association. Parents next meeting. Ms. Stender also alleged that the to shopping carts and parking in and the suspects convicted of aggravated felt reassured by the SP-F school sexual assault, they could have faced didn’t agree with the revised sched- In the superintendent’s report, the decision to hire this project out as a around Gumbert Park. He added that system, considering that it had pro- ule and felt that the proposed starting high school music department’s trip a sentence of up to 20 years. “professional service”, which did not the manager stated he would keep duced someone so honorable. and ending times for all of the schools proposal, “Festival at Sea,” for April require choosing the best offer, was Russell and Gonzalez now remain Erik Rosenmeier, Athletic Direc- the area clear of shopping carts and were not reasonable. 11 to 14, 2003 was approved. The an ethically questionable practice. in detention, where they have been tor, as well as other members of the that the owner is looking to buy more Members of the public also felt Creative Workshop Program for June Shortly after the inception of the held since their arrest several days athletic department of Scotch Plains- that it was not appropriate to discuss 26 through July 24 and the agree- property for parking. There are cur- Fanwood High School (SPFHS), rec- project, there were allegations of rently 16 permit spots in the Shop after the assault, pending the posting such a complicated issue at such a ment with the Princeton Review to non-disclosure and conflicts of in- ognized Mr. DiFrancesco by pre- late hour, considering that Mr. enter into a partnership program with Rite parking lot that the Borough of of any bail prior to sentencing. terest on behalf of State Transporta- Sentencing for Russell and senting him with his own SPFHS DiFrancesco’s recognition ceremony SPFHS beginning in the fall of 2002 Garwood owns and is unwilling to baseball jersey, while announcing had ended at 10 p.m. were also approved. tion Commissioner, Frank Wilson, sell. Gonzalez has been scheduled for who awarded the contract to MFS, that the baseball field would be One of the main concerns was In other business, the board approved Mr. Marsh told the council that he Friday, September 13. rather than to the lowest bidder, named “DiFrancesco Varsity Field having the fifth graders start at 8:30 the Bill List, which included the April found a modular fence-like barri- Complex.” shortly before he interviewed for a a.m. and end the day at 3:15 p.m., 30 bill list for $687,881.32, April 26, cade that folds up with lights and The festivities for the event in- while sixth through eighth graders in bill list for $254,400 and the April job in the private sector with MFS. Are you a subscriber? cluded patriotic tunes sung by the These allegations, brought to suit by space for signs. He can purchase two the same school would start earlier, manual check list for $66,503.86. 30-foot long fences for $1,700, to go Call us at (908) 232-4407 McGinn Elementary School kinder- at 8:05 a.m. and end at 2:35 p.m. The next meeting of the Board of Lockheed, Inc., who was the lowest across South Euclid Avenue during and follow The Leader! gartners and by fifth grade girls. In Members of the public felt that hav- Education will be held on Monday, bidder, were dismissed in Appellate addition, SPFHS students ended the ing two different schedules in the May 20, at 8 p.m. court. the closures for baseball. He said event with two instrumental perfor- “The state never stepped in and in that the baseball association would the end, the taxpayers are the ones be responsible for setting them up being ripped off,” Ms. Stender said. and taking them down. He added that Currently, the Transportation Com- these barricades could also be used OWEN BRAND mittee is conducting an investiga- for road construction. tion, with testimony from some of Councilman Betancourt stated Westfield / Mountainside Chapter the original legislators, including that some residents are opposed to Your Hometown Frank Wilson, who were involved in even a temporary closure of South Help Can’t Wait the hiring of the construction and Chestnut Street, and that he does Call: 1-888-999-HELP (4357) engineering firms. not want to divide the neighbor- MORTGAGE BANKER One Call Does It All Another reason for the major sys- hood. He said that it may be benefi- tem design flaws, alleged Ms. cial to contact the RBA group for Tax Deductible • Free Towing Stender, was that successful, “best- Any Make / Any Model • Cars Trucks & Vans the traffic calming project proposed practices” of EZ Pass usage in other * Some restrictions apply. Advertising supplied by SAS for that area. states was never studied, which Mr. Marsh presented the council with another draft of the curb assessment GOP • JON M. BRAMNICK • GOP policy, and will further revise that to Residential - Construction Chairman of the Westfield Republican Party combine with the 1998 ordinance. First Ward Councilman Peter Commercial - Bridge Loans Echausse suggested a two- to three- Announces “A Comedy-Auction Dinner” year town wide road plan, which Local (908) 789-2730 would identify priority streets. Toll Free (888) 489-9680 Mr. Gildea asked Mr. Marsh how Pager (908) 535-8244 Honoring many petitions for roadwork he re- [email protected] Mayor Greg McDermott • Janice Weinstein • Neil Sullivan ceives from residents. Mr. Marsh re- sponded that he sees approximately two to three petitions a year. Licensed Mortgage Bankers - NJ Dept. of Banking Shackamaxon Country Club • May 31 • 6:30 P.M. The next public meeting of the Equal Housing Lender $75 per ticket • Call Jon Bramnick at (908) 322-7000 Town Council will be held on Tues- day, May 21. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK This Week in History: American Red Cross Is Founded on May 21, 1881

USPS 485200 Thursday, May 16, 2002 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS OUR 44TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 20-44 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] NO DECISION MADE ON PROPOSED DRINKING ORDINANCE Township Council Approves Municipal Budget For 2002

By FRED ROSSI action on June 11,” the Mayor said, which will result in a $58 property Specially Written for The Times “or it may not.” He told The Times of tax increase for the owner of an Mayor Martin Marks said on Tues- Scotch Plains-Fanwood after the average assessed home of $117,000. day night that it was important to get meeting that the ordinance could The two other components of the the public’s input on the proposed still be altered or revised or even property tax bill will increase more, township ordinance aimed at curb- tabled when the council holds its conference meeting next Tuesday. with the education portion rising ing underage drinking and, thus, the an average of $363 and the county Township Council will likely intro- In other matters, the council also duce the proposal at its May 28 meet- unanimously approved the portion going up by $93. Township ing and encourage residents to offer township’s 2002 municipal budget, CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 comments then and again at its June 11 meeting. The council has been wrestling with the details of the ordinance, New Telephone Inquiry particularly its constitutionality and potential effectiveness for the past few months, and the Mayor admitted at the council’s regular meeting on System Implemented Tuesday that members of the gov- erning body have heard varying opin- ions from the public on the proposal, By U.S. Postal Service which, as currently being consid- Cheri Rogowsky for The Times VICTORIAN VISION…Members of the Fanwood community gathered to mark the installation of 16 “Fanwood” lamps ered, would permit local police of- By DEBORAH MADISON 275-8777). around the Municipal Building driveway and along the walkway to the Patricia M. Kuran Cultural Arts Center, pictured ficers to enter a private residence and Specially Written for The Times The new system has been imple- above. Among those in attendance were Mayor Louis Jung, standing on ladder; Clayton Pierce, Downtown Revitalization take legal action if they witness the The U.S. Postal Service has imple- mented in some regions of New Jersey Coordinator, standing to the left of the lamp; elected and borough officials and Department of Public Works personnel. possession or consumption of alco- mented a new customer service tele- and will be gradually implemented The lamps are a residential version of the ones in the borough’s downtown. holic beverages by someone under phone inquiry department to answer throughout New Jersey and the entire 21 years of age. all incoming telephone calls made by Eastern region in the near future, said Normally, when an ordinance is customers to local post offices. When Spokesperson for the Postal Service, School Bd. Honors Mr. DiFrancesco; introduced, a public hearing during customers call the old telephone num- Carl Walton. which the public can express their ber for their local post office, they will The new system was adopted in opinions is held two weeks after the hear a recording announcing the new Westfield, Scotch Plains, Fanwood and introduction. In this case, the Mayor 800-customer service number. When Mountainside earlier this month. Debates School Hours for 2002-2003 said, the public will have two oppor- customers call directory assistance, The new call center will provide tunities to offer their opinion on the requesting the telephone number for a customers with information about most By JENNIFER PINTO revised schedule and felt that the The next meeting of the Board of ordinance, once upon its introduc- Specially Written for The Times local post office, they will also be commonly asked questions including: proposed starting and ending times Education will be held on Monday, tion and again at the public hearing. given the new, toll-free customer ser- Zip codes, mailing rates, hours of op- The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board for all of the schools were not May 20, at 8 p.m. “The Township Council may take vice number, 800-ASK-USPS (800- of Education honored Scotch Plains eration, product and service informa- reasonable. tion, change of address and other typi- resident and Former Governor Members of the public also felt cal issues. Donald DiFrancesco during the Open that it was not appropriate to discuss The press release stated that many Agenda Meeting on May 9. such a complicated issue at such a Scotch Plains Teenagers Admit customers used to get busy signals or The school board, friends, and late hour, considering that Mr. their calls did not go through when members of the community discussed DiFrancesco’s recognition ceremony calling a local post office because of the work that Mr. DiFrancesco has had ended at 10 p.m. the volume of calls received. Mr. given and continues to contribute to One of the main concerns was To Assault of 13-Year-Old Girl Walton reported that many more calls the community of Scotch Plains and having the fifth graders start at 8:30 have been getting through to the new Fanwood. By LAUREN S. PASS Russell and 16-year-old Jesus followed the girl inside the school call center than were previously re- a.m. and end the day at 3:15 p.m., Specially Written for The Times Many people mentioned that they while sixth through eighth graders in Gonzalez waived out of juvenile court after the group attack and forced her ceived by local offices, an indication felt reassured by the SP-F school the same school would start earlier On Monday, two Scotch Plains after the Prosecutor’s Office filed to perform oral sex. that the system was working as planned. teenagers stood before Superior Court system, considering that it had pro- at, 8:05 a.m. and end at 2:35 p.m. motions to have them treated as adults Manuel Batista and Bryan Soriano, Customers preferring to call their duced someone so honorable. Judge John Malone and pled guilty for prosecution purposes, due to the both 16 years old at the time of the local post office directly will be given Members of the public felt that hav- as adults to aggravated sexual as- Erik Rosenmeier, Athletic Direc- ing two different schedules in the nature of the crime, according to a offense, have pled guilty to first- the direct number, by the customer sault, admitting they took part in the service representative, when inquiries tor, as well as other members of the same school would be distracting to press statement. degree aggravated sexual assault, violent attack on a 13-year-old fe- Both boys admitted to forcing the which will be treated as a second require information specific to a local athletic department of Scotch Plains- the students and inconvenient for Fanwood High School (SPFHS), rec- male near Park Middle School in victim to perform oral sex, and to degree crime by the prosecutor’s of- office, which cannot be answered by parents. Scotch Plains on January 2. ognized Mr. DiFrancesco by pre- restraining the girl while others mo- fice. They have both been released the customer service center. The board offered solutions to par- According to Assistant Prosecutor lested her. Gonzalez also admitted to on bail pending sentencing. Each local post office that has been senting him with his own SPFHS ents who had children in the fifth Casey Woodruff, 17-year-old Mark baseball jersey, while announcing a count of sexual assault because he CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 transferred over to the new system has grade and in other grades, one option a new local telephone number. that the baseball field would be named was library time for the students who Scotch Plains Postmaster, Jim “DiFrancesco Varsity Field Com- were waiting to begin class or wait- McDade said in the press release that plex.” ing for their parents to pick them up Donald Domanoski Takes Office 80 percent of all calls to a local post The festivities for the event in- from school. office sought information on such top- cluded patriotic tunes sung by the Due to the many conflicts involv- ics as zip codes, post office hours and McGinn Elementary School kinder- ing transportation and after school As Fanwood’s New Police Chief locations and mailing rates. gartners and by fifth grade girls. In activities, the board decided to table “The U.S. Postal Service is making addition, SPFHS students ended the By KIMBERLY MERZ he (Chief Domanoski) became a be a part of Fanwood.” it easier for customers to get informa- the discussion of this topic until the Specially Written for The Times event with two instrumental perfor- next meeting. corporal, and I am really honored to Assemblywoman Linda Stender, tion and to resolve service issues by mances. In the superintendent’s report, the There was standing room only be here tonight.” who is also a former Mayor of telephone,” said Mr. McDade. during Tuesday’s Borough Council After the two-hour ceremony, the high school music department’s trip “Fanwood has always had very Fanwood, said the borough was for- “Establishing a telephone call cen- meeting, as Donald Domanoski was special police chiefs and very spe- official agenda for the meeting was proposal, “Festival at Sea,” for April tunate to have such fine public ser- ter makes it easier for our customers to discussed. appointed as Fanwood’s new Chief cial police officers, as demonstrated vants. get prompt, accurate information about 11 to 14, 2003 was approved. The of Police, effective on Monday, July by the caliber that we saw tonight,” The first item of discussion was Creative Workshop Program for June Valor Awards were presented to he postal service and give us more time 1. she continued. “I just want to con- Officers Yeager and Michael to resolve local service-related issues,” the revised 2002-2003 calendar, 26 through July 24.and the agree- which was approved by the board. Municipal police officers, gratulate them all, and I am proud to CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 he said. ment with the Princeton Review to firefighters and officials filled the The board also attempted to pass the enter into a partnership program with Council Chambers to witness the revised school hours for 2002-2003 SPFHS beginning in the fall of 2002 ceremony. They also turned out to in order to settle transportation bids was also approved. honor Lieutenant Edward White, Jr.’s Freeholders Approve Expenditures earlier. In other business, the board ap- promotion to the rank of Captain. Parents expressed concerns proved the Bill List, which included The former Captain Domanoski about changing the school hours the April 30 bill list for $687,881.32, had served as Acting Police Chief For Vocation Training, Education without consulting the community April 26, bill list for $254,400 and since February. He succeeds former and the Parent Teacher Associa- the April manual check list for Police Chief Robert Carboy, who By FRED ROSSI lic school education budgets are in because of an in-kind contribution tion. Parents didn’t agree with the $66,503.86. retired this year. Specially Written for The Times the vocational and technical areas from the college. In addition, Corporal Francisco The Union County Freeholders and job training.” The board also approved a resolu- Marrero was promoted to Sergeant, last week approved a $14 million “It is important,” she added, “to tion that continues a contract with while Patrolmen Anthony Nassaur bond ordinance to finance construc- recognize that not all students want former professional boxer Gerry and Russell Yeager were each el- tion of a new academic building at to follow a college education path.” Cooney, currently a resident of evated to the rank of Corporal. the Union County Vocational-Tech- In other matters, the board ap- Fanwood, to provide boxing clinics Brian Bartiromo was sworn in as nical Schools in Scotch Plains. This proved two resolutions concerning and substance abuse workshops for the newest member of the Fanwood will enable expanding the student educational opportunities for youths at-risk teenagers and their families. Police Department. body and increasing the number of and senior citizens in Union County. Separately, the county will enter Both Police and Fire Department courses offered. A resolution was approved imple- into a professional services contract Valor Awards were presented that Freeholder Daniel Sullivan said menting the “College for Teens” with JCA Associates of Clark for evening, as well as letters of com- that an additional building will al- program, which will provide about the provision of construction ad- mendation and special recognition low the school to offer a full-time 100 county high school students ministration and inspection for the to those officers who assisted in the program rather than the current half- with the chance to attend classes at replacement of the Cooper Road September 11 recovery efforts. day curriculum and, “address the Union County College in Cranford bridge in Scotch Plains. Fittingly, Mayor Louis Jung pro- needs of those who want a voca- this summer. The three-week pro- The Freeholders also gave their claimed the week of May 12 to 19 as tional education.” He added that the gram is open to students in all of the backing to a proposal by Westfield National Police Week. county is eligible for a 40 per cent county’s 21 municipalities with a officials to lower the speed limit on Former Chief Carboy wished Chief reimbursement from the state for minimum grade point average of C Mountain Avenue from 35 miles per Domanoski the best and presented the project, meaning the $14 mil- or better. hour to 25 miles per hour. his successor with his own police lion price tag could be lowered to The Freeholders also backed a The Freeholders’ next regular badge, which he received when he less than $9 million. Mr. Sullivan resolution renewing the “Senior meeting will be held on Thursday, was sworn in as Police Chief in said the new academic building Scholars” program at Union County May 23, at which time a public 1998. Chief Domanoski has been a could be ready for use by September College. The program will be ex- hearing and vote on this year’s member of the Fanwood Police De- 2003. tended further, into next spring rather $324.5 million county budget will partment for approximately 25 Calling the approval, “the best than the end of this calendar year, be held. years. Bill Sheppard for The Times thing for Union County and its stu- CHANGING OF THE GUARD…New Fanwood Police Chief Donald Domanoski, Former Fanwood Mayor dents,” Freeholder Mary Ruotolo PPPAAAGE INDEXINDEXGE center, is congratulated on becoming the borough’s new “top cop” by his two Maryanne Connelly, who also held said at the Freeholders’ meeting that Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 16-18 immediate predecessors. They are former Chief Robert Carboy, left, who the title of Police Commissioner the project demonstrates “our com- Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 19-20 retired this year, and former Chief Anthony Parente, who retired in 1998 and during her tenure on the governing mitment to quality education.” She Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-15 now heads the John H. Stamler Police Academy. body, said that she was “here when said, “Usually the first cuts in pub- CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, May 16, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION EZ Pass System Remains Plagued SP Assault Westfield Mayor, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 According to a press statement, By Technical and Fiscal Challenges one juvenile, who was 14 years old at Local GOP Officials the time of the attack, remains in the By DEBORAH MADISON ily have been EZ Pass users for the past making huge profits, Ms. Stender George W. Herlich detention center Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times year and a half. They have not had any pointed out. awaiting his waiver hearing. Plagued by extensive technical and problems, according to Mrs. Hinds, Ms. Stender also alleged that the The four other co-defendants now financial difficulties on many of New with violations or improper billing. Her decision to hire this project out as a face evaluation at the Adult Diag- Visit White House Jersey’s major highways, the EZ Pass husband, Don, uses EZ Pass almost “professional service”, which did not nostic and Treatment Center in Mass Transit System will have accu- require choosing the best offer, was an By LAUREN S. PASS stands in the eyes of the world. daily, Mrs. Hinds said, from Westfield Avenel, to determine whether they Specially Written for The Times According to Mayor McDermott mulated a debt of $469 million by to Paterson and her daughter uses it to ethically questionable practice. are compulsive and repeat sex of- WESTFIELD -- Last Tuesday security at the White House was 2008, when the bond contract becomes and from Montclair. They have used Shortly after the inception of the fenders. If they are found to be re- due, according to Director of the NJ project, there were allegations of non- five local residents, including stringent and no one was allowed EZ Pass on the NJ Turnpike and the peat offenders, they will remain at to personally converse with the Turnpike Authority, Michael LaPolla. Garden State Parkway with no prob- disclosure and conflicts of interest on the Avenel Center. Westfield Mayor Gregory Defects repeatedly occurring at over lems. behalf of State Transportation Com- McDermott visited the White President. “We believe that the juvenile court, 250 lanes on the Garden State Parkway “It really speeds up our trips with missioner, Frank Wilson, who awarded for these defendants, would not have House and met with President Mayor McDermott told The and the NJ Turnpike are resulting in the contract to MFS, rather than to the Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood hardly any waiting,” Mrs. Hinds said. been appropriate, especially in light George W. Bush. While in Wash- thousands of violations being issued in “We really like using it.” lowest bidder, shortly before he inter- ington the group also met with that it was an honor to even be error to valid users and a deficit of The system was originally designed viewed for a job in the private sector of the physical injuries and emo- senior strategists and attended a considered to meet the President. correct fare charges on thousands of to pay for itself by an estimated $450 with MFS. These allegations, brought tional trauma inflicted on the girl,” luncheon hosted by the Republi- He went on to say that it was an accounts. million in violation and fare charges, to to suit by Lockheed, Inc., who was the Union County Prosecutor Thomas can National Committee (RNC). interesting experience to meet With over a million users traveling fund the overall $500 million installa- lowest bidder, were dismissed in Ap- Manahan said in a press statement. Approximately 90 residents with political strategists because through the EZ Pass tolls daily, Mr. tion and operation price tag. However, pellate court. Because they have pled guilty as from six states were invited to they are on a different level, in LaPolla told The Westfield Leader and the collection of valid violation charges “The state never stepped in and in adults to first-degree charges, they attend. The states represented are that they are in politics full time. The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood has fallen far short of original esti- the end, the taxpayers are the ones could each receive a sentence of 10 considered swing states, and the Michelle Albano of Westfield, a that there was probably a two percent mates, while technical problems are being ripped off,” Ms. Stender said. years in a state prison. This crime GOP is trying to increase the grass GOP Team Leader, was also in margin of error – between 12,000 to plaguing valid customers. Currently, the Transportation Com- falls under the state’s “No Early roots effort for the November elec- attendance. Mrs. Albano said that 18,000 false violations per day. Plainfield resident, Marvin Daniels, mittee is conducting an investigation, Release Act,” requiring 85 percent tion. President Bush’s talk was nice be- “For the overwhelming majority of who also uses EZ Pass almost daily, with testimony from some of the origi- of time served before an individual President Bush spoke to the cause it was informal. customers, the system works and is a told the Leader that he has had numer- nal legislators, including Frank Wil- becomes eligible for parole. group for a half an hour on many Ron Frigerio and Bill and great convenience,” he added. ous violations in error despite being a son, who were involved in the hiring This means that Russell faces a Giovanna Palatucci of Westfield Westfield resident and Westfield valid cardholder. Mr. Daniels said that of the construction and engineering minimum of 8½ years and Gonzalez issues including the state of the Leader Bookkeeper, Karen Hinds told firms. White House and where the nation also attended. he frequently gets violations in the a minimum of 12¾ years, while the Leader that she and her entire fam- mail showing a photo of his car, alleg- Another reason for the major sys- Batista and Soriano will serve no edly going through the tollbooth with- tem design flaws, alleged Ms. Stender, less than 4¼ years each, pending the out paying. “The antenna just doesn’t was that successful, “best-practices” judge’s final sentencing decision. COUNCIL WILL BEGIN ENFORCEMENT OF NEWSRACK ORDINANCE pick up the signal from my badge,” of EZ Pass usage in other states was Mr. Daniels said. He claimed that the never studied, which should have been They will also be subject to the badge is always properly mounted on done, she claimed. requirements of lifelong community his windshield. Each time he gets a EZ Pass has been installed in more supervision, notification and regis- Town Will Rewrite Senior violation, Mr. Daniels said, he has to than 19 other states throughout the tration under New Jersey’s Megan’s fill out a dispute form. East Coast, without these major tech- Law. Part of the problem is that antennas nical problems, reported Mr. LaPolla. If the case had gone to trial, and installed on the tollbooth plazas are He said he could not explain why so the suspects convicted of aggravated Citizen Housing Land Lease failing to pick up the signal from us- many problems were occurring in the sexual assault, they could have faced ers’ ID badges, mounted on their wind- New Jersey area, but that the reasons a sentence of up to 20 years. By LAUREN S. PASS deed restriction on the property. safety. shields. Some of these signal prob- were being investigated. Russell and Gonzalez now remain Specially Written for The Times Second Ward Councilman Rafael The ordinance, which was passed in lems, explained Mr. LaPolla, may be “This whole situation needs to be in detention, where they have been WESTFIELD -- At Tuesday night’s Betancourt asked if the council could November of 1999, set a permit fee of due to improper mounting of the thoroughly investigated by the State held since their arrest several days regularly scheduled conference session retain the right to look over all loan $25 for the first newsrack installed and badges, which some users prefer to Commissioner,” Ms. Stender sug- after the assault, pending the posting a lengthy discussion took place on re- agreements before they are signed. $10 for each subsequent machine. hold and flash at the antennas. gested. of any bail prior to sentencing. newing the land lease for Westfield’s Mayor Gregory McDermott asked While not limiting the number of “Users who switch cars may not be The hearings being conducted by Sentencing for Russell and Senior Citizen Housing Corporation, why senior citizens wanted a 35-year machines at any one location, the ordi- flashing the badge at the proper mo- the Transportation Commission will Gonzalez has been scheduled for located on Boynton Avenue. lease, rather than a shorter time period. nance does restrict each newsrack ment for the antenna to pick up the most likely result in a report, with Friday, September 13. The lease, which expired in October, Third Ward Councilwoman Claire owner to no more than one machine at signal,” Mr. LaPolla said. This results proposed legislation to prevent this is for the land located at 1133 Boynton Lazarowitz questioned why it has taken any one site. in the system recording the car’s li- type of damage from occurring again, Avenue, the lease for the land at 1129 a year for the council to respond. Councilman Salisbury added that cense plate number as a “toll-cheat” Ms. Stender said, along with some Boynton Avenue was set six years ago Mr. Gildea responded that the issue resident, Bruce Long, had voluntarily and issues a false violation. Some corrective measures. FW Council reports, however, have indicated that According to Ed Oatman, Public for approximately 35 years. was given over to Mr. Cockren late last done the initial assessment, and would CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The original lease for 1133 was set year, and that there was a change in the now be doing a thorough assessment of the antenna on the tollbooths were Relations Spokesperson for Ms. improperly installed, not following the Stender’s office, the Governor has given Schilling, for their lifesaving ef- for 50 years, to go along with the 40- town administration. He said that there all newsracks in town. forts on the evening of May 27, year mortgage, which was provided were multiple other complications and Councilwoman Lazarowitz sug- manufacturer’s specifications. the Transportation Committee 120 Chase Manhattan Bank has been days, until June, to rectify the issues of 2001, at Fanwood’s Sun Tavern Res- through New Jersey Housing and Fi- various questions, adding that he has gested that Mr. Long be approached to taurant. nance Agency (NJHFA). frequently been on the phone with Mrs. be the enforcement officer. hired to oversee the credit card and both the technical problems and the violations charges. They get paid for financial deficit of $469 million. As recounted by Councilman and The mortgage was in place when the Smith. Councilman Salisbury also an- Police Commissioner Thomas Ryan, original lease was signed. Senior citi- Mr. Cockren explained that the lease nounced that a draft of the porch ordi- each and every look at a credit card or zens paid off the mortgage in a period is a long, complicated document, and nance should be ready for the next violation charge, costing the flawed the officers successfully resuscitated of 27 years due to a restructuring of the that he did not want to get involved in conference session. He stated that the system millions of dollars. a 72-year-old man who collapsed at financing that took place in the 1980s. a full rewrite or to do something unin- ordinance would encourage the build- “The transit system has a negative Scotch Plains the restaurant and had no pulse when Karen Simon, the Housing Manager tended. ing of new porches as well as keeping cash flow due to these design flaws,” the officers arrived, using a defibril- of Second Westfield Senior Citizen Fourth Ward Councilman Lawrence old porches, adding that the Board of Mr. LaPolla explained. lator to restore his heart rhythm. Housing Corporation, told the Mayor Goldman stated that he felt there should Adjustment had questioned the front Assemblywoman Linda Stender Twp Council Mr. Ryan said that a permanent and council that they are asking for a be a non-disturbance agreement, mean- and side yard setbacks for new porches. told The Leader and The Times that, plaque with the officers’ names on it 35-year extension, in case they need to ing that the lease would be severed if Mr. Gildea informed the council that “either gross mismanagement or crimi- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 would be displayed in the Borough apply for another mortgage. they were to default on the loan, or he has spoken to the manager of the nal intent” was behind the massive Manager Thomas E. Atkins said Council Chambers, “to remind us According to Town Attorney Robert there should be a restriction that the Garwood Shop Rite in reference to system failure. “If you follow the that we have terrific police officers. money trail, you’ll find an alphabet that preparation of this year’s bud- Cockren, the last lease carried multiple property can only be used for senior shopping carts and parking in and get was one of the toughest in his They are our first responders, and restrictions on senior citizens’ ability housing. He added that the old lease around Gumbert Park. He added that soup of companies involved in mak- ing huge profits on this whole deal,” 22 years in Scotch Plains. The $17.9 they are here, not only to preserve to borrow money from lenders other needs to be thrown out and a new one the manager stated he would keep the the peace, but they can save a life as than government agencies. be written. area clear of shopping carts and that the she said. “And now all of these com- million spending plan, which is 1.6 panies are pointing their fingers at well.” He also explained that seniors pay Councilman Betancourt stated that a owner is looking to buy more property percent higher than last year’s bud- Four officers received Letters of the town quarterly, in lieu of taxes, in a new lease may be more advantageous for parking. There are currently 16 per- each other to blame for the system get, elicited little in the way of failures.” Commendation in appreciation of formula of 6.28 percent of the gross for them to borrow. The council was in mit spots in the Shop Rite parking lot comments from residents during their service to Fanwood. They in- revenues they receive in rent. It was not consensus that a new lease be drawn. that the Borough of Garwood owns and PB Farradyne, based in New York, a subsidiary of the International Engi- the public hearing. Members of the cluded Sergeants Marrero and Tho- clear to anyone present where the for- Mrs. Smith told The Leader that she is unwilling to sell. council all stressed that, while mula came from. was in favor of a new lease being Mr. Marsh told the council that he neering firm of Parsons Brinckerhoff, mas Jedic; Lieutenant Richard Trigo Mr. Cockren added that he had been drawn. found a modular fence-like barricade was the management coordinator over- spending increases were kept to a and Detective Eugene Chin. in contact with Leonard Zucker, the “I want to protect the town too,” she that folds up with lights and space for seeing several other companies in- minimum, services were not cut. “Your investigation and eventual attorney for senior citizens. Mr. Zucker said. She added that they are asking for signs. He can purchase two 30-foot volved in different aspects of equip- “It’s important for people to re- arrest of suspects who were com- had requested that all places in the a 35-year lease should the corporation long fences for $1,700, to go across ment design, production, installation member that we didn’t cut any ser- mitting burglaries, in and around and operation of the EZ Pass system. lease where it said NJHFA be replaced need to take a 30-year mortgage. South Euclid Avenue during the clo- vices,” Councilwoman Geri M. Fanwood, show what a dedicated PB Farradyne, specializing in trans- investigator can accomplish,” Coun- with the word, “lessee,” a proposal Though they had no current plans of sures for baseball. He said that the Samuel said, a task she noted was which Mr. Cockren was uncomfort- doing so, Mrs. Smith stated that there baseball association would be respon- portation engineering and planning cilman Ryan said to Detective Chin. able with. is a hope of a third complex, due to the sible for setting them up and taking has been the management firm for “especially challenging” given that The Fanwood Fire Department Second Ward Councilman Matthew need for low-income senior housing, them down. He added that these barri- many major public works projects, state aid to municipalities this year had its share of Valor Awards, as Albano stated that Ruth Smith, Execu- which is evident through their three- to cades could also be used for road con- including construction of airport ter- was frozen. well. Anthony Pecora, Fire Chief tive Director of Westfield Senior Citi- five-year waiting lists. struction. minals at JFK and the Times Square At the start of the meeting, Town- Richard Regenthal, Jeff Downing, Re-development Project. zen Housing Corporation, approached In other business, the council will Councilman Betancourt stated that ship Police Chief Marshall Nelson Jason Lowrey, John DeProspero and the council on this subject last June, in award a bid of $46,145 to TC Graphics some residents are opposed to even a The corporation oversaw installa- tion of the antennas by MFS Tech- awarded meritorious service med- Dave Zawodniak all were honored. regard to the lease renewal. for all printing purposes. temporary closure of South Chestnut als to officers Paul Belford and The council also recognized, with Councilman Albano added that there Mr. Gildea announced that the wait- Street, and that he does not want to nologies, a subsidiary of World-Com. The NJ Turnpike Authority ulti- Dennis Murphy for their actions in a resolution, the bravery, compassion were questions as to whether senior ing list for parking was being cleaned divide the neighborhood. He said that and selfless actions of 11 Fanwood citizens had complied with the terms of up, and they were currently up to it may be beneficial to contact the mately oversaw the entire operation, apprehending a suspect who had according to Ms. Stender. A spokes- police officers, who went on their the lease, especially the payment in 1999. RBA group for the traffic calming eluded police in his car before own time to help in the September 11 lieu of taxes. The demolition of a home will take project proposed for that area. person for Parsons Brinckerhoff said breaking into an apartment in Town Administrator James Gildea place at 1109 Columbus Avenue, and Mr. Marsh presented the council that the company was declining to recovery efforts on Staten Island. comment and referred all questions to Plainfield and threatening a child “We all are painfully aware of told The Westfield Leader that Senior another home and garage will be torn with another draft of the curb assess- and assaulting a pregnant woman. Housing had complied in 2001, and down at 708 Garfield Avenue. ment policy, and will further revise their client, the NJ Turnpike Author- what happened. The small sacri- that the total for both houses had been According to Town Engineer Ken- that to combine with the 1998 ordi- ity. After the presentations, Mayor fices of the communities in and $141,000. He added that he would be neth Marsh, neither property can be nance. “It’s difficult to comprehend how Marks issued a proclamation des- around New York were something asking Town Treasurer Liy-Huei Tsai subdivided without a variance. First Ward Councilman Peter things could get this messed up with ignating the week of May 12-18 as that showed how much of a commu- to look over payments for the past five Councilman Salisbury stated that Echausse suggested a two- to three- all of these professionals involved,” National Police Week in Scotch nity we are, even in this larger sense,” years. the newsrack ordinance has not been year town wide road plan, which would Ms. Stender commented. “This is ei- Councilman Ryan observed. ther gross incompetence or just an- Plains. First Ward Councilman Carl enforced, and that an enforcement identify priority streets. Two students from Scotch Plains- “A small town like Fanwood, Salisbury stated that the lease would officer needs to be appointed. Mr. Gildea asked Mr. Marsh how other example of the debacles of busi- sending a number of their police allow them to mortgage or borrow Discussions about the regulation of many petitions for roadwork he ness and stock manipulation typical Fanwood High School sat on the officers, on their own time, and they monies, but that the town was not re- news boxes first started in early 1998 receives from residents. Mr. Marsh of NJ business deals,” she added. dais as part of their effort to learn helped out in a way that was sponsible to repay, should they default by then Mayor Thomas Jardim, Coun- responded that he sees approxi- Able Engineering, one of the com- more about the workings of the panies involved in the installation, in important…It makes me very proud on the loan. He asked about what hap- cilman Goldman and former First Ward mately two to three petitions a municipal government. Daniel to know that we had our officers pens to the town’s property title, should Councilwoman Gail Vernick, who were year. an “Enron-type situation,” saw their stock skyrocket, never paid the con- Nelson, a senior, sat with Council- helping out in this way, and in a the lender re-possess, and questioned all concerned about the number of boxes The next public meeting of the Town man Frank S. Rossi while Sojourna meaningful way,” he said. whether the lender could come in and that they thought had begun appearing Council will be held on Tuesday, May tractors and then disappeared behind the smoke-screen of bankruptcy after Cunningham sat with Council- Three promotions were an- build something else on the property. on the sidewalks of Westfield. Con- 21. nounced for the Department of Pub- Mrs. Simon responded that there is a cerns centered around aesthetics and woman Samuel. In the midst of the meeting, after Township Clerk Bar- lic Works, including Anthony bara Riepe reminded the council DelMonte, Foreman; Joseph Ferrara, Assistant Foreman, and OWEN BRAND that Wednesday would mark Town- Frank Todisco, Operator. ship Manager Atkins’ birthday, the With the unanimous approval of council and members of the audi- the “Request For Qualifications” Westfield / Mountainside Chapter ence, which included former May- (RFQ) regarding a redevelopment Your Hometown Help Can’t Wait ors Gabe Spera, Joan Papen, Will- plan for a block of commercial land in the downtown, the council will Call: 1-888-999-HELP (4357) iam McClintock and Robert MORTGAGE BANKER Johnston as well as council candi- accept applications from developers One Call Does It All dates George Gowen and Nancy from Monday, June 3, to Wednes- day, July 31. Tax Deductible • Free Towing Malool, serenaded Mr. Atkins with Any Make / Any Model • Cars Trucks & Vans a rousing rendition of “Happy Within those six weeks, there * Some restrictions apply. Advertising supplied by SAS will be a two-week period when Birthday.” interested parties can submit ques- tions. GOP • JON M. BRAMNICK • GOP Councilwoman Katherine Mitchell Residential - Construction said she had to do a lot of soul Chairman of the Westfield Republican Party searching before she voted in favor Commercial - Bridge Loans of the RFQ, because of her concerns that the redevelopment plan would Announces “A Comedy-Auction Dinner” lead to downtown business owners Local (908) 789-2730 losing their establishments. Toll Free (888) 489-9680 Mrs. Mitchell decided to support Pager (908) 535-8244 Honoring the RFQ because of the involvement of an 11-member “screening com- [email protected] Mayor Greg McDermott • Janice Weinstein • Neil Sullivan mittee,” of which she will be a mem- ber. The committee will review the c s Shackamaxon Country Club • May 31 • 6:30 P.M. applications submitted by develop- Li en ed Mortgage Bankers - NJ Dept. of Banking ers. Equal Housing Lender $75 per ticket • Call Jon Bramnick at (908) 322-7000 “This way, I can keep my thumb on it,” she said. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, May 16, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

Scotch Plains Recreation Events Westfield Tree Preservation Tennis Ladders: will be formed tivities include a disk jockey, Hu- depending upon registrations for man Foosball, Rock Climbing Ordinance To Be Revised men’s and women’s singles and Wall and Virtual Reality, as well doubles and seniors as well. There as refreshments. This program is WESTFIELD – The Town Coun- tion is to review proposed building is a $5 registration fee per indi- sponsored by the Scotch Plains cil is expected to consider proposed sites and to recommend which trees vidual. Recreation Commission and by changes to the Tree Preservation are worth saving and to help formu- Overnight Vacation Trips: The the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Mu- Commission (TPC) Ordinance in late re-planting plans. The group vacation trips are sponsored by nicipal Alliance and funded by the near future. also publishes a recommended spe- Scotch Plains, Mountainside and the Governor’s Council on Alco- The proposed changes to the cies list and consults on tree plant- New Providence Recreation De- holism and Drug Abuse through three-year-old ordinance include re- ing efforts such as the Central Av- partments. The trips are as fol- the UCDHS Division of Planning. ducing the clear cut zone around enue corridor re-development. lows: August 17 to 20 to The High School Moonglowers proposed driveways and sidewalks The TPC has reviewed nearly 50 Gettysburg, Pa. and Pigeon Forge, Music Group: will be performing from 15 to five feet; a provision to sites in the past three years, from Tenn. from September 28 to Octo- on Wednesday, June 12, on the Vil- require developers to contribute to small single-family sites to the 13 ber 4. For further details, contact lage Green outside the Scotch Plains a Tree Trust Fund when removing home Codding Road sites, which is the Recreation office at (908) 322- Municipal Building at 430 Park more than 75 percent of the trees in currently being developed near the 6700, ext. 221. Avenue, at 7 p.m. This is a free development and a provision that Westfield Armory. Summer Programs: will include concert provided to the residents of triggers a tree preservation plan for The commission recently hosted but are not limited to Parks Pro- the community. Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times proposed building demolitions that a tree-planting seminar, which was INTERVIEWED AT THE LEADER...Senator Richard H. Bagger, center, is meant to prevent teardowns from conducted by TPC member and lo- gram, Small Fry Summer Program, The Cultural Arts Concert Se- pauses after being interviewed by Publisher Horace R. Corbin and Leader Basketball clinic, tennis lessons, trip ries: will begin on Thursday, July reporter Lauren S. Pass during a TV-36 showing at the annual SpringFest in circumventing the development cal landscape designer Craig Stock, to see Somerset Patriots Ball game, 11, and will conclude on Thursday, Westfield on May 5. Staff members of The Westfield Leader and The Times review process. who presented the group’s recom- Teen Club Night, Teen White Wa- August 29. All shows will be held conducted interviews with state and local politicians, town officials, various Former TPC Chairman Michael mended tree species list and a primer ter Rafting trip, golf clinics and on the Village Green. In case of organizations and local high school coaches and athletes. Snizek, who drafted the proposed on best planting practices. tournaments, adult yoga, senior rain, the concerts will be moved changes, believes these changes will The commission does not have over- aerobics and adult dance and much indoors to the high school audito- be the first of many over the coming sight over trees on private property. more. Residents are advised to check rium. Concert performances are years that Westfielders will demand. As currently written, Westfield resi- the summer brochure which will be scheduled to include, but are not Stender Proposes Loans For “The commission received a lot of dents do not require a permit to re- available this month. limited to, Jim Barone as Elvis; calls from Maye Street residents move trees on their own property Teen Club Night: Will be held Teddy Halek, presenting a tribute Fire And Rescue Volunteers who were horrified to see so many unless the tree is a town tree. Gener- on Friday, June 7, at the Scotch to Frank Sinatra; Beatlemania and trees removed from their street. Un- ally any part of a tree within 10 feet of fortunately, the TPC has no juris- the street is a town tree and cannot be Plains-Fanwood High School from The Nerds. Interested individuals SCOTCH PLAINS – Assembly- 8 p.m to midnight. All students, are encouraged to bring a chair and nity,” said Mrs. Stender. “Volunteers diction over trees on developed prop- removed without permission from the ages 13 through 18, who attend a blanket to best enjoy the outdoor woman Linda Stender, D-22, an- strengthen our communities, but towns erty. Towns like Millburn and town. Claude Shaffer of the Town the high school are invited. Ac- summer festivities. nounced that she introduced legis- across New Jersey are having a harder Mountainside have much stricter or- Department of Public Works may be lation that will provide low interest and harder time recruiting new mem- dinances that could have prevented contacted at (908) 789-4100 if an mortgages for volunteer fire and bers. It is important to find new ways or at least minimized what hap- individual wishs to remove a tree rescue squad workers. Mrs. Stender to encourage residents to volunteer pened on Maye Street.” believed to be a town tree. said, “This bill will serve as an their time and participate in essential The TPC is a sub-committee of incentive for individuals to volun- community services. I believe that the Westfield Planning Board and teer for service on fire or rescue volunteers are the heart of a strong was founded in 1999 by Mayor Tho- Rescue Squad To squads.” community and I am proud to sponsor mas Jardim. The commission was Assembly Bill 2330 would cre- legislation that will help support vol- formed to, “preserve, protect and Hold Open House ate a low interest mortgage loan unteering in our fire and rescue promote the trees of Westfield so as WESTFIELD – The Westfield Res- program in the New Jersey Hous- squads.” to enhance the quality of life in ing and Mortgage Finance Agency Under the bill, to be eligible for cue Squad located at 335 Watterson town”. Street, has invited everyone to an Open for individuals who serve on an the program, the applicant must The commission’s primary func- active basis on volunteer fire or provide proof of one year of active House on Monday, May 27, Memorial Jim Hely rescue squads. The agency will es- emergency service as a volunteer Forrester to Speak at Day, between 12 and 4 p.m. Residents tablish an interest rate for the loan member of a rescue squad or a fire are invited to tour the facility and meet program at an amount below the squad. The mortgage loan shall be MS GOP Meeting members of the squad. market rate for home mortgage used only for the purpose of en- “We feel it is important to give the See us in the Verizon Yellow Pages. MOUNTAINSIDE – The community the opportunity to meet loans in the area where the prop- abling a borrower to acquire or Mountainside Republican Club will Only 1 of 40 lawyers is a erty is located. construct a residential property or us and tour our facility,” said Cap- Supreme Court Certified Trial Lawyer. hold its next meeting on Wednes- tain Miki Urso. “Volunteer fire and rescue squads refinance an existing residential day, May 22, at 7:30 p.m. in the INJURY CASES (908) 789-9000 are vital members of our commu- “The residents will be able to see property loan. Mountainside Borough Hall, lo- firsthand what a wonderful organi- cated on Route 22 at the intersec- zation this is,” said Fund Drive tion of New Providence Road. Chairman and Vice President Dan Senate candidate Douglas Sullivan. 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AREA -- Legislation that would tion under state law. Those are struc- give municipalities the authority to turally enclosed locations of private enact ordinances to prohibit smoking sector employment in which 50 or in certain public places was approved fewer persons are employed; en- today by the Senate Health, Human closed retail and food marketing Services and Senior Citizens Commit- stores in which the selling area open tee. to the public is 4,000 square feet or Sponsored by Senator Richard less; and bars. Bagger (R-21), the measure provides “Smoking is a choice. However, statutory authority for a municipal when a person is smoking in a small, governing body, local board of health indoor public place, the people or regional health commission to around him or her are forced to in- enact an ordinance to prohibit smok- hale secondhand smoke. They are ing inside certain public places. not given a choice,” said Senator Team Effort…Democratic First Ward Council Candidate Mark Kuehn is “According to the U.S. Environ- Bagger. “This legislation would al- HONORED HEROES…Blue Mass awardees May 4 in Mountainside are pictured second from right with, from left: George Kattak, Assistant Campaign mental Protection Agency (EPA), sec- pictured, left to right: Capt. Daniel Kelly, Art Cooke, Deputy Grand Knight Treasurer; Democratic First Ward Councilman Carl Salisbury, Campaign low local residents to decide if any- ondhand smoke kills thousands of thing should be done about smoking Chris Beck, Grand Knight Howard Saunders, Det. Sandra Chambers, Capt. Treasurer and Former Westfield Mayor Tom Jardim, Campaign Manager. Karl Kleber, Sgt. Scot Worswick. Not shown is John Hoopingarner. Mr. Kuehn will face Republican Sal Caruana on the November ballot. nonsmoking adults each year. in public places in their community.” Secondhand smoke also contains The Commissioner of Health and over 4,000 substances, more than 40 Senior Services would compile in- of which are known or suspected to formation regarding municipal ordi- Local Heroes Honored Former Westfield Mayor cause cancer in both humans and nances that are enacted periodically animals,” said Senator Bagger. report its findings to the Governor To Head Kuehn Campaign “Protecting the safety, health and and Legislature. By Knights of Columbus well-being of New Jersey’s residents is “It would be beneficial for the Com- MOUNTAINSIDE – On Saturday, the Knights of Columbus established WESTFIELD – Westfield Town Westfield YMCA’s Y’s Men’s Club, a top priority for any official who repre- missioner of Health and Senior Services May 4, Westfield and Mountainside; the Heroes Fund and presented the Council Candidate Mark Kuehn has sponsor of the annual December sents the public. This legislation is de- and the Legislature to see how local police, firefighters and EMS personnel families of those uniformed personnel announced his Campaign Commit- Elm Street Tree Sale and the annual signed to give local government the governments move forward on impos- were honored by the Knights of Colum- who perished with a check for $3,000. tee for his upcoming November race Westfield children’s Halloween Pa- authority to impose more stringent re- ing new restrictions for smoking in pub- bus at Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Mr. Beck said, “We want to honor in the First Ward. Westfield’s First rade; the Westfield/Mountainside strictions on smoking in public places.” lic places. We will be able to get a greater Catholic Church in Mountainside. our local heroes, and we hope that Ward (of four), with Carl Salisbury Chapter of the American Red Cross; Under the terms of the bill, SCS for sense of how New Jerseyans feel about The award recipients included Cap- this will become an annual event.” and Peter Echausse as current Coun- the Westfield Chamber of Com- S-1210 and S-444, local governing smoking in public areas and then based tain Daniel Kelly, Westfield Fire De- cil Members, is in the northwest merce; and the Westfield Rotary. bodies would have the authority to on this information, the Legislature can partment; Art Cooke, Westfield Res- Japanese Group Visit quadrant – from Mountain Avenue “During the next several months ban smoking the following places: take additional action on a statewide cue Squad; Detective Sandra Cham- up to Mountainside and from E. until Election Day, I intend to walk health care facilities and physicians’ level,” added Senator Bagger. bers, Westfield Police Department; Downtown Westfield Broad to N. Chestnut to North Ave. around the First Ward and talk with office waiting rooms; elementary and Captain Karl Kelber, Mountainside Westfield — A group from Japan west to Scotch Plains. residents about what’s on their secondary schools, institutions of Bagger To Speak Fire Department; Sergeant Scot visited Westfield on May 13 to con- Mr. Kuehn (pronounced Keen) an- minds, and how we can work to- higher education and professional Worswick, Mountainside Police De- duct research interviews on down- nounced that former Westfield Mayor gether to preserve and improve the training schools; enclosed places of At RVRC Meeting partment, and John Hoopingarner, town revitalization. The group con- Tom Jardim will be his Campaign all-around quality of the Ward and employment; enclosed retail food and Mountainside Rescue Squad. sisted of revitalization experts and Manager, current First Ward Coun- the Town. In fact, I welcome First marketing stores; enclosed areas open WESTFIELD State Sen. Richard Deputy Chris Beck said the Mass urban planners. Westfield was one of cilman Carl Salisbury will be his Ward residents to walk with me, and to the public in theaters, gymnasi- Bagger will address the May 20 public was held to honor those men and nine cities nationally to be visited Campaign Treasurer, and First Ward also to assist with my campaign.” ums, libraries, museums, concert halls, meeting of the Raritan Valley Rail women who, either by profession or as based on recommendation by the resident, recent School Board candi- “My love for this Town is deep, auditoriums, or other similar private Coalition at 8:15 a.m. in the Town of volunteers, “are heroes for doing what National Main Street Center of the date and CPA George Kattak will be and that is why I have committed facilities (excluding race track facili- Westfield Municipal Building located they do in Westfield and Mountainside.” National Trust for Historic Preserva- his Assistant Campaign Treasurer. myself to help make Westfield’s ties, casinos, facilities used for box- at 425 East Broad St. A question-and- After the events of September 11, tion and Main Street New Jersey. “I am very pleased to have the municipal government even more ing or wrestling, sporting event facili- answer session will follow the senator’s support of Tom, Carl and George, responsive to the needs and concerns ties and establishments providing presentation. He will discuss his views three fine individuals and First Ward of its residents,” Mr. Kuehn said. “I ambulatory recreation); government on public transit in New Jersey, includ- residents who have put in many applaud the work of Tom and Carl, as buildings; or restaurants. ing the current fiscal crisis at NJ Tran- hours to improve Westfield’s town well as the full current Town Coun- In addition, the measure would sit and the state budget. government. They have served well cil, yet it is my strong belief that we also allow a local governing body to For more information, contact on behalf of all residents of can, and must, do better going for- prohibit smoking in three areas that Kenneth Wedeen of RVRC at (908) Westfield,” Mr. Kuehn said. “I fully ward. I look forward to working are currently excluded from regula- 231-7000 ext. 7239. expect to receive useful and valu- closely with all the members of the able insights from the knowledge Council in a community-oriented, they have gained during their years non-partisan fashion, as I believe of experience with this wonderful this is truly the only way we can Ballan Consulting community.” work together to improve our Town.” Mr. Kuehn, who is running for the To discuss his campaign or any first time for the Town Council, issues of concern to residents, Mr. • House Calls/Training lives on Embree Crescent with his Kuehn can be reached by e-mail at • Maintenance/Assistance wife, Margaret, raised in Westfield, [email protected] or by tele- and his two children, age 8 and 12, phone at 908-301-5642. • Friendly Advice who attend Franklin and Roosevelt schools. Mr. Kuehn, a business law- yer with the Westfield law firm of See it all on the Web! 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 4 Thursday, May 16, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION THE TIMES ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and and the County of Union the Township of Scotch Plains Westfield Resident Insulted By DDTM Member of: Member of: Diction Deception New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association Below are four arcane words, each National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association Councilman’s “Confused” Statement Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association with four definitions – only one is cor- rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey It is insulting when a town outs are at an intersection where a turn is councilperson (Mr. Betancourt) tells the an option. They are on a straight street. sharp enough to discern this deception of P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue public that we are “confused” about what That is not the case in Westfield. So how diction? Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 we read in the newspaper (The Leader 5- can Town officials keep comparing the If you can guess one correctly – good Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 9-02). Regarding the bump-outs he states projects? I was never successful com- guess. If you get two – well-read indi- that we should call our councilman if we paring apples to oranges. vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at are “…confused about what they (the Thirdly, town emergency vehicles will you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 public) read in the newspaper…” This is have a hard time getting through this free time! in regard to bump-outs and congestion designed congestion (especially when All words and correct definitions PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. on Rahway Avenue. Please have the school is in session). Will a policeman, come from the board game Diction Deception. Michelle H. LePoidevin Councilman refer to The Star Ledger of fireman or rescue squad member be im- Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte April 19, 2002 where Mr. Marsh is quoted Answers to last week’s arcane words. A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER SALES DIRECTOR peded on an emergency call because of as having said that, “the congestion that designed congestion? Will the outcome 1. Hydroparastatae – A religious sect Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo will result (traffic calming project) is by of the early church, the Aguarians COMMUNITY of these calls not be as good with the ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING & PRODUCTION design…” Perhaps Mr. Betancourt designed congestion? And who will ex- 2. Steening – The lining of a well or Jennifer Pinto Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly should read the newspaper before he has plain the congestion to a victim of an cesspool PROFESSIONAL STAFF OFFICE MANAGER CLASSIFIEDS & LEGALS the opportunity to contradict any other ongoing crime, to the owner of a burning 3. Hyalopterous – Having transparent Lauren S. Pass town official. house, or to a cardiac patient in heart wings PROFESSIONAL STAFF SUBSCRIPTION PRICE Secondly, how can we compare these failure? 4. Integervitae – Blameless; upright One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 bump-outs to the ones on South Avenue Dr. Jay S. Slomovitz ILICIC in Plainfield? As per my own visual Westfield 1. Conical in shape inspection, none of Plainfield’s bump- 2. Chilling; icy 3. Immoral If Planning Bd. Questions Their Authority, 4. Relating to the holly plant Instead Of Hiring Consultants; MAWK 1. A maggot Listen To The Local Tax Payers 2. To ridicule Can Future Deliberations Be Effective? 3. A high, rocky hill Having attended the May 7 town coun- North Avenue and help drivers merge 4. A type of Scottish-Highland cattle On April 4 of this year, members of the Westfield The Court found the denial arbitrary and unreason- cil meeting, I came away with the im- with traffic. PLENILUNE Planning Board questioned its legal authority to act able. pression that the council can’t make a In addition, have you noticed the num- 1. A reflecting pool on a request for subdivision. At other times, mem- It seems that many times the Planning Board move with out hiring expensive consult- ber of vacant spots in the train station 2. The full moon ants. Put 100 experts in a room and you parking lot? It’s about time the state 3. An ample amount or quantity bers of the Planning Board argued sharply against approves things in a split vote; is this to give their will get 100 expert answers to any prob- legislature required a referendum for all 4. Insanity approving an applicant’s proposal. But when threat- silent dissention? Where does all this leave us to lem; they should try listening to the local municipal bond issues over a certain OSCITATION ened with a lawsuit by the applicant’s attorney, the manage the affairs of our towns and neighborhoods? tax payer. amount of money. Bergen County retail 1. The act of wavering or swaying board quickly adjourned to executive session. When Below is a summary of headlines from our reporting What is the purpose of bump-outs, stores are open six days a week and they 2. Calcifying; turning bony regardless of size? It is my opinion that don’t have trouble renting to national 3. The act of yawning returning to the public portion of the meeting, the in the past about planning board actions. You may they crate more safety hazards then they outlet stores. 4. The warbling of a songbird board approved the application without comment. find the articles at www.goleader.com and in the solve. William Brown Answers will appear in next week’s We wonder why this seems to happen so frequently. library. Does the past foretell the future? It is my humble opinion that if the Westfield issue. Discussions with various officials still leave us con- HEADLINES 1998-02-05 Planning Bd. Okays council would like to insure the safety of citizens, install side walks so that chil- fused. We’ve researched our reporting of the Planning Development on Clarence St.: 1998-03-05 Planning dren walking to school don’t have to Reader Believes Open Lunch Is Bad Board meetings since 1998 in an attempt to under- Bd. Grants Controversial Subdivision Of Woman’s walk in the road, install T.V. monitors to stand. For the last year, our reporter covering the board Club Property: 1998-06-04 Paragano Wins Board monitor speed of vehicles; between speed Policy For High School Students has been an attorney. But, we’re still wondering why Approval For Three-Story Office Building: 1998-07- bumps, stop street signs, traffic lights things happen as they do. A credible threat of a lawsuit 02 Council Agrees to Move Forward On Revised and T.V. monitors, Westfield could be a While I agree with those parents who I have a friend whose daughter eats safer place to live. say that the majority of Westfield High lunch at Checkers on Route 22. (Many seems to lead to capitulation by the board resulting in Zoning Code: 1998-07-09 Neighbors Object To Deci- Suggestion: A traffic light at Tuttle School students are responsible and law- experienced adult drivers avoid Route approvals of subdivisions and variances. We’ve been sion Planning Bd. Gives Nod to Subdivision Of Kent Parkway, another at Cross Way Place abiding, I believe that open lunch is a 22 at lunchtime.) I don’t think that this told that it would be costly to defend a lawsuit against Place Lots: 1998-08-13 Planning Board Approves would be a start in reducing speeding on bad policy. is what Dr. Petix and the Board of a denial by the board, and that it is possible the board Three-Story Brick Building For Former Excellent Education have in mind for an open lunch. Kids who have two contiguous decision would be overturned. Diner Site On North Avenue: 1999-09-02 Planning Reader Searches For A Photograph free periods can easily leave town for If all this is true, then “what is the purpose of the Board Green Lights Applications For Embree Cres- lunch. Planning Board?” Perhaps the members of the board cent Subdiv.: 1999-10-07 Prospect Street Residents Of Westfield’s First Mayor, Charles Clark Soon, in an attempt to save the tax- were correct in questioning their legal authority. Protest Over Proposed Lot Variance: 1999-12-09 Ad- payers’ money, the High School will be There are important issues at stake in our towns that dition for Temple Ok’d by Planning Bd.: 2000-01-20 The mayor is missing? a widow, Elizabeth Frazee Fitz Randolph re-admitting students who were sent Westfield, New Jersey, established in (also Fitzrandolph). Between the two out of district due to social and emo- will impact the quality of life of residents and Resident Objects to Subdivison: 2000-02-03 Resi- 1794 as a separate community apart the marriages it is reported that there were tional difficulties. Will all of those jun- neighborhoods. The Planning Board will be “dead dents Oppose Broad Subdivision; Concern Over Sprin- larger Elizabethtown, is a community seven children, all of whom appear to be iors and seniors be ready to enjoy the center” in deliberating on these issues. One is the kler Delays Parcel Sale: 2000-02-06 Planning Board steeped in early New Jersey history. Yet from the first marriage. They were: Sa- privilege of an open lunch? “shoe-horning” of houses into non-conforming lots. Approves Second Floor Addition To Lord & Taylor, there is no portrait or other likeness to be rah, a second Sarah named after the first Some day, unfortunately, the school found of its first “mayor,” Charles Clark. who died in infancy, Anna, Charles, and the Board may find themselves Others involve change in use and expansions such as Okays East Broad Street Subdivision: 2000-02-24 The mayor is missing! Elizabeth, Samuel, and Benjamin. The defending the wisdom of this policy in for businesses and parking lots. Planning Board Apologizes About New Subdivision: Clark, who lived from 1756-1821, was family homestead in Westfield stood on court if WHS students cause harm to In 2000, the New Jersey Appellate Division ruled: 2000-04-06 Planning Bd. Turns Down Subdivision: the moderator or chairman of Westfield’s Jerusalem Road at what today would be persons or property during their open Although the Court has recognized that basic local 2000-05-04 Board Approves Restaurant For Vacant first local governing committee back in 304 Clark Street. The homestead was lunch. All of the taxpayers and public zoning policy is best left to the individual municipali- Elm St. Building: 2000-06-15 Planning Board OK’s 1794. As such he is often accorded the razed in the 1970s. The family store was school students may be financially title and hence the distinction of serving located down the street at what is pres- harmed for the transgressions of even ties, municipalities have no inherent authority to zone. Southside Grove St. Subdivision: 2000-08-10 Plan- as Westfield’s first mayor. Search as I ently the northwest corner of North Av- one student if he or she behaves irre- They have only that power that the Legislature has ning Bd. OKs Party Stop Garage, Grove-St./Colum- might, I have found no image of him. enue and Clark Street. It was built around sponsibly. delegated to them. N.J. Const. art. IV, § 6, 2. (pp. 15-17). bus Ave. Land Swap: 2000-10-19 North Avenue We know where his grave is located in 1730 and survived until the 1880s. Clark Most teenagers will grow up to be From Green Meadows at Montville v. Planning ShopRite Gets the Go-Ahead From Garwood After the old cemetery churchyard of is buried in the Old Presbyterian Church- responsible adults whether or not they Westfield’s noble Presbyterian Church. yard Cemetery located on Mountain have the opportunity of an unsuper- Board of the Township of Montville (02/25/00), The Eight Years of Wrangling: 2001-06-07 Health, Wellness We know where his house once stood at Avenue in Westfield. vised lunch in high school. Law Division reversed the Planning Board’s deci- Spa Conditionally Okayed by Planning Bd.: 2001-08- 304 Clark Street which years ago was Walter E. Boright Christine Mason sion and ordered the Board to grant plaintiff “pre- 09 Planning Bd. Favors Plan to Limit Residential part of Jerusalem Rd. We know that he Westfield Westfield liminary and final major subdivision approval, vari- Expansion: 2001-10-04 Planning Bd. Approves Ca- taught school from his home. We know that he was a state legislator and later ances and exceptions in accordance with [plaintiff’s] tering Hall After Year Of Legal Maneuvering: 2001- acting governor of New Jersey during Tree Preservation Commission Defines plans.” The Appellate Division affirmed based on 11-15 Divided Planning Board Grants Approval To the War of 1812. We know there is even past rulings of the NJ Supreme Court that planning Minor Subdivision on Greene Place: 2002-02-07 Town a street named for the Clark family and Town Tree Removal Law In Westfield Boards do not have the authority to deny an applica- Council Establishes Self As Redevelopment Agency: a park dedicated to a family member. tion for subdivision approval based on consider- 2002-02-14 Parking Lot Plans Weighed By Residents, And we know that generations that fol- It has come to the attention of the cally extends 10 feet or more beyond the lowed continued to live in Westfield and Westfield Tree Preservation Commis- curb. The fact that a tree is in your front ations of the general welfare, the purposes of the Temple Reps.: 2002-02-21 Council Persists Grap- serve the town in various official and sion (TPC) that some Town Trees were lawn does not necessarily make it “your” Municipal Land Use Law, and sound planning. If pling With Ward Lawsuit Case: 2002-03-07 WF Plan- other capacities. But no portrait. removed on Maye Street without the tree. Due to its location and base struc- denial of a variance or waiver which is required for ning Bd. Approves Development Variances: 2002-04- There is great information about him required Tree Removal Permits. This ture, it could easily be a Town Tree. a proposed subdivision plan would be arbitrary or 04 Planning Board Questions Its Own Legal Author- and his family to be found in wonderful activity is a violation of the Tree Preser- If you are planning to remove a tree archives of the Westfield Historical So- vation ordinance and subject to a fine. near a street, the best plan would be to unreasonable, the need for the variance or waiver ity: 2002-05-09 Planning Bd., Applicant Compro- ciety and the local history room of the However, the TPC has no interest, at this have the Town Department Of Public cannot justify rejection of the subdivision proposal. mise On Gymnastics Facility Redevelopment. fine town library. But no likeness of him. time, to take such action. Rather, we Works (789-4100) survey the tree to Just by chance, some one might have would like to inform the public of this determine its ownership. Even if it is a squirreled away in their treasures or activity and to alert them to the existence Town Tree and you want it removed, Scotch Plains Property Tax Chart know the whereabouts of a portrait, of the ordinance and its requirements. procedures are in place to consider the sketch, or other image of Charles Clark, The TPC has jurisdiction over all Town merits of doing so. Thank you for your The data below are courtesy of Township Manager Thomas Atkins. The average home in Scotch Plains the first mayor of Westfield. If you can Trees. A Town Tree is a tree that is co-operation as we work together to is assessed at $117,000 with an average market value of $325,000 to $350,000. Tax data for Union County assist please contact me at located on land owned by the Town and/ preserve and replenish the trees in our for year 2002 are estimated since the county budget has not been finalized. [email protected] or by phoning me at or a tree whose base is located in whole beautiful community. home in Westfield, (908) 518-0324. or in part within or adjacent to a street, Ronald Burkett School Township Township County County Clark was born September 21, 1752 highway or right-of-way in the Town. In Chairman Tree and died September 8, 1821. Some the Maye Street case, the homeowners Preservation District Government Open Space Government Open Space Total records indicate that he died September failed to realize that Town property typi- Commission 2001 Yr. 18. Documents indicate that he was Rate $3.66 $1.01 $0.02 $0.99 $0.018 $5.70 married twice. His first marriage was to Resident Thanks Public Works For an Ann or Anna Yeomans; his second to % of Total 64.24% 17.72% 0.35% 17.38% 0.31% 100% Amount $4,282 $1,182 $23 $1,158 $21 $6,666 Reader Enjoys Paper, Donating And Planting a Tree Corrects Name Mistake I recently decided that I would like to to be cooperative, responsive and I cer- 2002 Yr. plant a new tree on the front of my tainly get to see my tax dollars at work I love reading your newspaper, espe- property, preferably one that would live every day! I would encourage anyone in Rate $3.972 $1.06 $0.02 $1.07 $0.038 $6.16 cially local news, sports, etc. My son a long time and grow into a stately Westfield with an interest in planting a % of Total 64.49% 17.21% 0.32% 17.37% 0.61% 100.0% Rich Moran plays tennis for the Westfield appearance. I was not sure of where I street tree to do the same as I did. I’m High School Team as Second Singles. would be permitted to plant the tree, so sure they will get the same results and Amount $4,648 $1,240 $23 $1,252 $44 $7,207 The coverage given the whole tennis I spoke to Claude Shaffer, the Superin- Westfield will be a better place to live. team in your May 9th issue was terrific! tendent of Public Works. I told him I Paul Sanderson We loved the article about Rich’s mara- wanted to plant a tree along the street. He Westfield thon four hour tennis match!! However, said he could arrange to not only place the caption under his picture listed him the tree properly, but would also provide as “Ryan Moran”. Would you please the tree free. Resident Thanks Town note the mistake and make a correction He then asked me what type of tree I to “Rich Moran”. was interested in planting, with the im- For Calming Project Thanks again and I look forward to plication that I had a good selection to I would like to take this opportunity more reading. choose from. I told him that I preferred to thank both the Westfield Town Coun- Eileen Moran a red or scarlet oak and he said that cil and Town Administration for hav- Westfield would be no problem. ing the courage to proceed with the Approximately a week later I was the implementation of traffic calming Reader Says SUVs proud owner of a new shade tree (a red measures through the Rahway Avenue oak) about 9 feet tall and 1 ½ inches in project, as well as through any future Are Not As Important diameter. projects they deem necessary. Though I wish to thank Mr. Shaffer, the Public there may be specific complaints with As Safety of People Works workers who planted the tree, regard to the methods employed, I People such as Warren Victor (May 9, and the Town of Westfield. I found them applaud the overall message that 2002 edition) are exactly why the town Westfield will no longer tolerate un- of Westfield needs “traffic calming safe conditions for both pedestrians projects”. Mr. Victor seems to be more Deadlines and motor vehicle occupants. concerned with his precious SUV tip- General News - Friday 4pm Blatant disregard for existing traffic ping over than with the safety of the Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm laws has gotten us to this point, and it is hundreds of children crossing Rahway Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm time to teach offending motor vehicle Avenue every school day. If Mr. Victor Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm operators how to drive again. Too often, is unable to drive the posted speed limit Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm driving is viewed as an inalienable right, of 25mph and safely maneuver through when in fact it is a privilege. Excessive the intersection of Willow Grove and To Reach Us speeding has become commonplace, not Rahway Avenue without tipping over E-Mail - [email protected] surprising for a society that is too often his SUV, then perhaps his driver’s li- Phone - (908) 232-4407 in a rush to nowhere. Pedestrians know cense should be revoked. Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 they are taking their own lives into their To even think that the Town of PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 hands when attempting to properly cross Westfield should be held liable for Mr. In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield major thoroughfares, as driver courtesy Victor’s inability to drive is ludicrous! is becoming a rare find these days. Certainly the Town Council can’t take Westfield is a town that prides itself his “Booby Trap Resolution” seriously. Submittal Formats on being a wonderful place to raise a Mr. Victor, Westfield is supposed to be Email Photos & articles family, yet has been living with these a “family town” and not an “SUV” town. Email Ads as pdf files problems for years. I thank the town This means that the safety of people Please spell & grammar check leadership for recognizing this and fi- should come first. For more information, see nally doing something about it. Ed Brown Susan Triverio www.goleader.com/help Westfield Westfield CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 16, 2002 Page 5 Westfielder Arun Netravali of Lucent Receives Nation’s Top Technology Award WASHINGTON D. C. – President vation and have advanced the nation’s of Television Arts and Sciences for cluding the Alexander Graham Bell George W. Bush announced last global competitiveness. his work on HDTV. Medal (1991); the Computers and Thursday the selection of Arun The medal recognizes Mr. Netravali served as President Communications Prize (1997, NEC, Netravali of Westfield, former Presi- groundbreaking contributions that of Bell Labs, Lucent Technologies’ Japan); the Frederik Philips Award dent of Lucent Technologies’ Bell help commercialize technologies, research and development division, from the IEEE (2000); the National Labs and currently chief scientist at create jobs, improve productivity and from 1999 to 2001. Under his leader- Association of Software and Ser- Lucent, as one of stimulate the ship, Lucent dramatically increased vices Companies (NASSCOM) this year’s five re- nation’s growth the speed with which it was able to Medal in India (2000), and the Kilby cipients of the and development. move innovations from lab to mar- Medal from the IEEE (2001). U.S. National Established by ket. In 2001, he also received the Padma Medal of Tech- Congress in 1980 As Lucent’s chief scientist, he now Bhushan Award from the Indian gov- nology. and administered works with the academic and invest- ernment, the nation’s third-highest A resident of by the Department ment communities to identify im- civilian honor. Westfield for of Commerce, it portant new networking technolo- He has authored more than 170 more than two is the nation’s gies and advises Lucent’s senior technical papers and co-authored decades, Mr. highest honor for management on technical and cus- three books, including “Digital Pic- Netravali was achievement in tomer issues. ture Representation and Compres- cited for his “pio- technology. The Mr. Netravali is a member of Tau sion,” “Visual Communications Sys- neering contribu- President will Beta Phi and Sigma Xi; a Fellow of tems” and “Digital Video: An Intro- DIGGING IN…Construction began on Saturday, May 11, on the site designated tions that trans- present the med- the Institute of Electrical and Elec- duction to MPEG-2.” for the September 11th Memorial Park on the corner of East Broad Street and formed TV from als at a ceremony tronic Engineers (IEEE) and the He holds more than 70 patents in North Avenue in Westfield. Under the direction of Craig Stock, landscape analog to digital, later this year at American Association for the Ad- the areas of computer networks, hu- designer for the project, volunteers from the Jaycees and the Friends of Dean enabling numer- the White House. Eberling began initial excavation of the area that will house a glass and granite vancement of Science (AAAS), and man interfaces to machines, picture memorial honoring the victims of the September 11th tragedy. ous integrated cir- “This honor a member of the U.S. National Acad- processing and digital video and tele- cuits, systems and Arun Netravali highlights what emy of Engineering. vision. services in broad- we at Lucent have For his scientific achievements, he Mr. Netravali was an adjunct pro- cast TV, CATV, known for many has received numerous awards, in- fessor at the Massachusetts Institute Clerk’s Office Raises DBS, HDTV and multimedia over years, that Arun Netravali is a bril- of Technology and has taught gradu- the Internet, and for technical exper- liant scientist,” commented Lucent ate courses at City College in New tise and leadership, which have kept Chief Executive Officer Patricia ETown Water York, Columbia University and Revenue, Tax Burden Offset Bell Labs at the forefront in commu- Russo. Rutgers University. nications technology.” “His contributions are playing a Achieves ISO 9001 He has served on the editorial board AREA – The Union County Clerk’s ing real estate market, particularly “It’s really a great honor for a significant role in today’s digital of the IEEE and is currently an editor Office saw a $1 million increase in the high activity in mortgage refi- number of reasons,” Mr. Netravali video revolution. He also piloted Bell WESTFIELD – Elizabethtown of several journals. Mr. Netravali the County’s portion of revenues over nancing. A state-mandated fee in- told The Westfield Leader and The Labs — a recipient of the National Water Company’s Plant Operations additionally is a board member with the first four months of 2002, County crease, which became effective in Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood Medal of Technology in 1985 – Group has received ISO 9001 certifi- a number of organizations. Clerk Joanne Rajoppi said. February, also boosted revenues. Monday, expressing his appreciation through a critical period in its long cation, making it the first water com- He received his undergraduate From January through April, the “Union County is an attractive and that the United States would choose and distinguished history. pany in the United States to achieve degree from the Indian Institute of office received $2.3 million in fees, affordable place in which to live, an Indian-born scientist to receive its “As a result, the world continues to the international distinction. Achiev- Technology in Mumbai, India, and an 83 percent revenue increase and a work and raise a family,” Rajoppi highest honor in technology achieve- depend on Bell Labs today as a lead- ing the ISO 9001 standard for quality master’s and doctorate degrees from 30 percent increase in volume for said. “Our strategic location and high ment. ing source of new communications marks the completion of the Rice University in Houston, Tex., all land documents over the first four quality of life continue to feed the He noted it was the first time some- technologies and a veritable cornu- company’s first step toward distin- in electrical engineering. months of 2001. high demand for real estate. We ex- one in his field, picture processing, copia of scientific breakthroughs,” guishing itself as a Best in Class Mr. Netravali holds an honorary The dramatic increase in revenue pect the demand to continue for the was selected to receive the National she added. water utility. doctorate from the Ecole came primarily from a significant balance of 2002.” Medal of Technology, adding that The compression technology Mr. “This phenomenal achievement Polytechnique Federale in Lausanne, increase in the volume of recorda- In addition to the clerk office at the the occasion also represented “a ter- Netravali developed is essential to builds on the great work done by Switzerland. tion of land records as well as pass- Courthouse in Elizabeth, the Westfield rific honor for Bell Labs.” digital video systems used in cable Elizabethtown Water Company for In addition to the nine U.S. Medals ports and photo identification cards, Annex is open on Tuesday and Thurs- Mr. Netravali, who aspired to be and network television, high-defini- decades,” said Andrew Chapman, of Science laureates affiliated with Rajoppi said. This is due to the boom- day evenings until 7:30 p.m. an engineer since childhood and ful- tion television (HDTV), video tele- president of Elizabethtown, “With Bell Labs, Mr. Netravali joins seven filled a dream by working for Bell phones and videoconferencing sys- superior efforts of the current team previous Bell Labs scientists and Labs, paid tribute to his colleagues tems. and help from our parent, Thames engineers as U.S. Medal of Technol- for their own contributions and their In addition, his work is the basis Water, we turned the great work into ogy laureates. • Criminal Defense - Federal & State friendship. for systems that use streaming video an international achievement.” Referring to the seven previous • Complex Civil Litigation “One of the wonderful things about over the Internet, websites that store ISO is the International Organiza- Bell Labs engineers and scientists Bell Labs is I had so many different compressed video, and multimedia tion for Standardization, a federa- who received the award, Mr. Netravali • DWI & Municipal Court role models,” he remarked. “It’s a computers. tion of 132 national standards bodies said his selection for the medal was very inspiring place where if you Cable television set-top boxes, di- based in Geneva, Switzerland, that “a great tradition to be following.” wanted to know about any subject, rect broadcast satellite receivers and has created a series of quality man- In 1985, Bell Labs as an organiza- there’s a world class expert right next HDTV sets that use the MPEG and agement systems standards. tion was honored with the medal for ROBERT G. STAHL, Esq. door,” willing to share his or her HDTV standards rely on Mr. Dennis L. Ciemniecki, its numerous contributions to mod- knowledge. Netravali’s compression algorithms, Elizabethtown’s Vice President, says ern communications systems. It was Former Federal Prosecutor He and his wife, Chitra, a pediatri- which also made communication that for Elizabethtown’s residential the first institution recognized with cian for the City of Newark, have two services such as video conferencing customers, the ISO 9001 achieve- this honor. children. Daughter Ilka is a junior at and Internet streaming video an eco- ment is another independent mea- Lucent Technologies, headquar- 220 St. Paul Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 Princeton University, where she is nomic reality. sure of the quality management pro- tered in Murray Hill, designs and Tel: (908) 301-9001 Fax: (908) 301-9008 pursuing a double major in pre-med Mr. Netravali led the development cess behind the treatment of the wa- delivers networks for the world’s larg- and electrical engineering. Mr. of HDTV technology at Bell Labs in ter they receive. The process eventu- est communications service provid- Netravali’s son, Ravi, is a sixth-grade the 1990s, and a video encoder based ally will be moved throughout the ers. For more information on Lucent, student at Edison Intermediate on his work is today used by more entire organization. “It’s very ag- please visit http://www.lucent.com. 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PUBLICATION Area Residents Encouraged To Take Part In Blood Drive WESTFIELD – The Blood Center requirements. of New Jersey has announced that a Individuals should know their So- blood drive will be held on Tuesday, cial Security number and bring a May 28, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Masonic signed or picture form of identifica- Atlas Pythagoras Lodge, located at tion. People with a fever or sore 1011 Central Avenue in Westfield. throat should wait until they are feel- Donors must be at least 18 years ing better before donating, and there old. Seventeen-year-olds may do- is a 24-hour deferral for teeth nate with parental permission. cleanings and fillings. There is no upper age limit for Those who have traveled outside donors, provided they meet health of the United States recently are asked to call the Blood Center at (973) 676- Thrift Shop ‘Bag Day’ 4933, extension no. 132, for eligibil- ity criteria. For more information or On Tap For June 8 to sign up for a blood drive, please WESTFIELD – The Westfield Ser- call the Blood Center at (800) 652- vice League will hold “Bag Day” on 5663, extension no. 140. Saturday, June 8, at its Thrift and Consignment Shop, located at 114 Elmer Street in Westfield. Locations Announced On “Bag Day,” an end-of-the-year For Garage Sale Maps event for the League, customers can purchase a grocery-sized paper bag SCOTCH PLAINS — Maps for the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Town- CAPTAIN AND MRS. STEPHEN D. BATES and fill it to the brim for $3. The shop is currently featuring gen- wide Garage Sale will be available, (She is the former Miss Marianne Louise Caroe) tly-worn, spring and summer cloth- free of charge, on Friday and Satur- ing, shoes and accessories, as well as day, May 17 and 18. other items. All proceeds are donated Residents of Scotch Plains and MR. AND MRS. KENNETH WEILL to local charities. Fanwood will hold their own garage (She is the former Miss Joanna Cataldo) Miss Marianne L. Caroe The shop is open from Tuesday sales on Saturday, May 18, from 9 through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. a.m. to 2 p.m., and keep all profits. For more information, please call the For $15, their address will be listed Thrift Shop at (908) 233-2530. on a map of participating homes and Weds Capt. Stephen D. Bates items for sale at each location. Pro- Miss Joanna Cataldo ceeds will benefit local charities. Miss Marianne Louise “Mei-Mei” Serving as ushers were William Daniel Francis The maps will be offered on Friday Caroe of San Diego, Calif., the daugh- “Tad” Holland, Thomas Reed, Keith from 6 to 8 p.m. at Nunzio’s Pizzeria Marries Kenneth Weill ter of Mr. and Mrs. Ole H. Caroe of Clarke, Patrick McMahon and Cap- Born to Devitts on Mountain Avenue and Palmer Video Mount Pleasant, S. C., formerly of tain Clay Berardi and Captain Brian Robbin and Gregory Francis on Westfield Avenue, both in Scotch Miss Joanna Cataldo, the daughter Dayne Seiden of Short Hills, the Westfield, was married on Saturday, Murphy, both with the United States Devitt of Colonia have announced Plains, and at Quick Chek on North of Mr. and Mrs. John Cataldo of Bos- nephew of the bridegroom; Scott September 15, to Captain Stephen Marine Corps. the birth of their son, Daniel Francis Avenue and the South Street Pizzeria ton, was married on Saturday, Octo- Goldstein of Haddon Heights, the D. Bates, also of San Diego. He is the The bride, a 1989 graduate of Devitt, on Thursday, February 14, at on South Avenue, both in Fanwood. ber 6, to Kenneth Weill. He is the son cousin of the bridegroom; Aaron Ellies son of Mr. and Mrs. David Bates of Westfield High School, earned her 4:30 p.m. at John F. Kennedy Medi- They will also be available on of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Weill of of Boston and Martin Gubar of Peace Dale, R.I. Bachelor of Science in Nursing De- cal Center in Edison. Saturday from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Westfield. Brookline, Mass. The afternoon nuptials took place gree from the Boston College School Daniel weighed 6 pounds and 1 North Avenue Quick Chek in The evening ceremony and recep- Serving as readers were John and at the United States Naval Academy of Nursing. She is a pediatric nurse at ounce and measured 19½ inches in Fanwood, Fanwood Bagels on South tion took place at the New England Kristin Cataldo of Woburn, Mass., the Chapel in Annapolis, Md., with the the Children’s National Medical length at birth. Martine Avenue, the Park Middle Aquarium in Boston. brother and sister-in-law of the bride; Reverend Mary Jane Barber officiat- Center in Washington, D.C. The baby’s maternal grandpar- School parking lot on Park Avenue in The bride wore a straight-line, white Deanna Cataldo and John Salemme ing. A reception followed at the Loews The bridegroom is a graduate of ents are Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scotch Plains and at the Scotch Plains satin gown with fresh, autumn-col- of Newton, Mass., a sister and brother- Annapolis Hotel in Annapolis. South Kingstown High School in DeBlasio of Toms River, formerly Public Library on Bartle Avenue. ored flowers in her hair. Her bouquet in-law of the bride, and Kathy and Mrs. Christina Wunderle of Min- Rhode Island. He received his Bach- of Colonia. For more information, please call also featured fresh flowers in autumn John Jenkins of Portland, Me., also a neapolis, Minn., the sister of the elor of Science Degree in Oceanog- His paternal grandparents are Mr. (908) 889-4883 or e-mail colors. sister and brother-in-law of the bride. bride, was the matron of honor. Mrs. raphy in 1994 from the United States and Mrs. John Devitt of Westfield. [email protected]. Miss Johanna Seiden and Miss Liza Additional readers included Wendi Louise Sprogis of Boston and Mrs. Naval Academy. A Captain in the Seiden, both nieces of the bridegroom Weill and Matthew Seiden of Short Julie Wischusen of Cranford were United States Marine Corps, he is from Short Hills, and Miss Laura Hills, the sister and brother-in-law of bridal attendants. currently attending school in Cataldo of Melrose, Mass., a cousin the bridegroom; Steven and Sabrina Lieutenant Douglas W. Bates, Quantico, Va. A Fabulous 40 of the bride, were junior bridesmaids. Weill of New York City, a brother and United States Navy, of Norfolk, Va., The couple resides in Alexan- They wore dresses of autumn colors sister-in-law of the bridegroom, and was the best man for his brother. dria, Va. and carried bouquets similar to that of Jeffrey and Julie Weill of South Or- the bride. ange, also a brother and sister-in-law The Chupah bearers included of the bridegroom. A 1987 graduate of Boston Latin Wattabodi Workouts For Women Lawyers Set School, the bride graduated from the Busy Baby-Boomer! Frank Fryer Harvard University in 1991 and ex- Meeting For May 22 pects to receive her Master of Busi- NSCA AND ACE CERTIFIED MOUNTAINSIDE – The Wednes- ness Administration Degree from the Train at Home, In Office or at Complete PERSONAL TRAINER day, May 22 meeting of Women Law- Heller School of Social Policy at Care - in Scotch Plains yers in Union County will take place Brandeis University next year. Improve Health, Fitness, and Stamina at the Spanish Tavern on Route 22, The bridegroom graduated from Gain without Pain! East, in Mountainside. Westfield High School in 1985 and Phone: 908-322-4253 Expand Your Limitations Cocktails will be at 5:45 p.m., with from Wesleyan University in 1989. Fax: 908-322-4428 the program to begin at 6:30 p.m. and He was awarded a Master of Science Email: [email protected] dinner at 7:15 p.m. Jon M. Bramnick, Degree from Harvard University in known as the “Funniest Lawyer in 1996. New Jersey,” will be the guest speaker. Mr. Weill is currently Manager of He will discuss “Automobile Insur- Member Services, Greater Boston ance Law.” Food Bank, in Boston. Beginning in Acupuncture and Health Clinic The cost to attend is $30 for mem- July, he will serve as President of K. Physician in Chinese Medicine 16 Years Experience bers and $35 for non-members. Weill, Consulting, a grant-writing or- Checks may be made payable to: ganization in Boston. Licensed Acupuncurist by NJ & NY Medical Board Women Lawyers In Union County. Faculty of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, NY A pre-nuptial dinner was hosted by Reservations and checks may be the parents of the bridegroom at Lo All Pains Allergy & Asthma forwarded to: Ottilie Brechner Bello, Conte’s Restaurant in Boston. They Fibromyalgia Thyroid disorders Esq., One Springfield Avenue, PMB also hosted a Sunday Brunch at the 3004, Summit 07901. Boston Harbor Hotel in Boston the Arthritis Menopausal syndrome For information, please call Ottilie day after the wedding. Migraine Infertility Brechner Bello at (908) 273-5363 or Following a wedding trip to St. John Fatigue Cardiovascular Marianne Zembryski at (732) 388- in the Virgin Islands, the couple re- 2121, extension no. 20. Insomnia Gastrointestinal sides in Boston. 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Mrs. of the Scotch Plains Public Library, donated dozens of videos – many of ebrating an important new and lofty Murphy, along with a church com- in conjunction with the Scotch Plains them never even opened,” he added. addition to its rooftop by dedicating mittee, will be hosting a luncheon Junior Women’s Club will hold its Children’s entertainer Toni the Walter J. Murphy Memorial reception downstairs in Ryno Hall. annual used books sale this Satur- Downey will be on hand at 11 a.m. to Steeple. There will be pictorial memorabilia, day, May 18, between 9 a.m. and 3 provide free entertainment for young- During the 10:30 a.m. worship and a video of the raising of the p.m. at the library. sters. In addition, there will be a free service, the Reverend Kenneth steeple. “In addition to selling all kinds of drawing for children under 12, with Hetzel, church pastor, will describe For further information, or to make books, we will also be selling videos books and videos as prizes. Free the lasting impact made by Mr. a reservation for lunch, please phone and books on tape,” said Friends Presi- balloons will be available for the Murphy upon the lives of his family, the church office at (908) 232-5678 dent Ted Czarnomski, adding that younger children. friends, co-workers, community by Friday, May 17. these items will be sold for $2 each. The book sale will feature fiction neighbors, church friends and even Willow Grove Presbyterian Church and non-fiction selections, reference strangers. It was through the love is located at 1961 Raritan Road, Philanthropic Group materials, paperbacks, children’s gifts of these people that funds were across the street from the Scotch WE LOVE TREES…Kindergarten students from Anna Rowe’s class at St. books, cookbooks and how-to books. secured to erect the steeple. Plains Southside Firehouse. The fa- Paul’s Day School marked Arbor Day this year by planting a cherry tree on the Elects New Officers Hardcover books will be sold for Walt Murphy, a senior executive cilities are fully handicapped acces- school grounds. The youngsters earned money to buy the tree by doing chores WESTFIELD – Mrs. W.A. $2 each, while paperbacks will be 25 with A.T. & T, had lived in Fanwood sible, and wireless headphones are at home. McCracken of Warren was elected cents and 50 cents each. A large since 1974 with his wife Judith, and available for individuals who desire President of the Westfield Chapter selection of “coffee table” type books his three sons: Jamie, Todd and Mat- hearing assistance. U, P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational will also be offered at bargain prices. thew. He had served in various lead- Temple Sisterhood to Hold Organization) at a recent meeting The Junior Women’s Club will ership capacities as a church Elder at Gardenaires Announce held in the Mountainside home of sponsor the event, which it has done Willow Grove Presbyterian Church, Installation of Officers Mrs. J. H. Olson. for more than 20 years, and will hold and he was deeply involved in volun- Monthly Meeting Date The P.E.O. Sisterhood is a world- a bake sale as part of the day’s activi- teer work within the local area, par- SCOTCH PLAINS — The monthly CRANFORD – Installation of of- Liela Bernstein, Treasurer; Lenore wide philanthropic educational or- ties. As co-sponsor for some five ticularly with the Scotch Plains/ meeting of the Gardenaires will take ficers for the Sisterhood of Temple Klein, Financial Secretary, and Lois ganization dedicated to promoting years now, the Friends plan and pro- Fanwood YMCA. place on Wednesday, May 22, from Beth El Mekor Chayim will be held Waldman, Corresponding Secretary. educational opportunities for women. mote the sale and help staff the event. In early April 1996, A.T.& T. del- noon to 3 p.m. at the Scotch Hills on Tuesday, May 21, at 8 p.m. at the Karen Platt will conduct the pro- It was founded in 1869 at Iowa The library is located at 1927 Bartle egated Mr. Murphy to be its repre- Country Club, located on Jerusalem temple, located at 338 Walnut Av- ceedings for current officers wrap- Wesleyan College in Mount Pleas- Avenue. sentative on the International Trade Road in Scotch Plains. enue in Cranford. ping up their terms. The program ant, Iowa. Commission trip to Croatia orga- This month’s speaker will be Ray Sandra Springer, Past President of will feature friendship and song pre- The educational and philanthropic Poster Contest Set nized by Secretary of Commerce Jones, the owner of Bullfrogs and But- the Sisterhood, will install the fol- sented by Mrs. Bernstein. purposes of P.E.O. are accomplished Ron Brown, under the direction of terflies on South Avenue in Fanwood. lowing incoming officers: Myra Mollie Sperling and Greta through international, state and local For Memorial Day President Bill Clinton. A number of The general meeting of the Stein, President; Roslyn Greenberg Polonitza, Co-Presidents, will pre- projects. FANWOOD – Fanwood’s Memo- other senior officials from premier Gardenaires is held on the fourth and Esther Lieb, Vice Presidents in side at a short business meeting. Dairy The new officers of Chapter U rial Day in the Park, on Monday, May American businesses were part of Wednesday of each month. Refresh- charge of Membership; Jessica refreshments will be served by Hos- were installed by Mrs. W.R. Tyson, a 27, will offer new and traditional rides, that group, whose mission was to ments are served and there are no Gottschalk and Roberta Rich, Vice pitality Chairwoman Linda Kendler. chapter member who served as New including a special train ride for chil- help jumpstart and invigorate the geographic limitations. Presidents in charge of Fundraising; Harriet Scheiner, Judaica Shop Jersey P.E.O. State President from dren. The event will be held from economic infrastructure of war torn Chairwoman, will have the shop open 1994 to 1995. 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., after the pa- Croatia. Tragically, all the delegates to make purchases. All are welcome. They include Cindy McCracken, rade. were killed in a plane crash on April Master Gardeners to Hold For information, please call the temple at President; Lee Mumford, Vice Presi- A poster contest will be held for 3 in the Croatian mountains. Walt (908) 276-9231. dent; Sara Miller, Treasurer; Betty Fanwood and Scotch Plains students, Murphy, age 52, was among them. Evans, Recording Secretary; Midge kindergarten to grade 5. The theme is His death left a huge void in the Fair Sunday at Trailside St. John’s to Celebrate Hogan, Corresponding Secretary; “America the Beautiful…the lives and hearts of countless people. MOUNTAINSIDE – Rutgers Mas- feature at this year’s fair. Annuals, Virginia Toenes, Chaplain, and Char- Bold…the Brave.” Pastor Hetzel stated: “This beautiful ter Gardeners of Union County will perennials and herbs in containers, 93rd Anniversary lotte Broadwell, Guard. Posters should be dropped off at the steeple is a fitting tribute to Walt’s present its 13th annual Spring Gar- as well as advice on how to plan a SCOTCH PLAINS – St. John’s Bap- Mrs. McCracken and Mrs. Olson park by 11 a.m. Winners will be an- devout Christian faith, and will serve den Fair and Plant Sale at the Trailside personal container garden, will be tist Church, located at 2387 Morse were elected as delegates to attend nounced at 1 p.m. All who submit a as a constant reminder of how he Nature and Science Center this Sun- available at the event. Avenue in Scotch Plains, will celebrate the New Jersey 60th annual P.E.O. poster will receive a prize. pointed others to look up to the Lord day, May 19, from noon to 5 p.m. Rutgers Master Gardeners of Union its 93rd anniversary this Sunday, May convention that was held May 3 and Anyone interested in volunteering for help, wholeness and fulfillment.” The event will be held rain or shine. County is a volunteer outreach pro- 19, during the 11 a.m. service. 4 at the Double Tree Hotel in for the celebration may call (908) After the worship service, mem- Trailside is located at 452 New gram of Rutgers Cooperative Exten- During the celebration, attendees Somerset. 889-6215. bers of the congregation, friends and Providence Road in Mountainside. sion. will recall the late Reverend Grant visitors will adjourn to the church Parking, entrance and admission to Proceeds from the fair will enable H. Hamlette, who founded the the exhibits are all free. Arts and the Master Gardeners to provide com- church. The Reverend Dr. Kelmo C. crafts, along with homemade baked munity services, such as beautifica- Porter, Jr., Senior Pastor, has been DWI, SPEEDING? Garage Sale Set goods, will also be offered. tion efforts, a year-round help line to the church’s spiritual leader for the For Avon Team The Master Gardeners will sell answer county residents’ gardening past 35 years. DRUG CHARGES? bedding plants, vegetables, perenni- and pest questions, and horticultural The Reverend Keith Marshall, WESTFIELD – A team of als, shrubs, hanging baskets and therapy programs for senior citizens, Pastor of the Macedonia Baptist Westfield women will walk in the houseplants. Free lectures will be and adults and children with dis- Church in Trenton, will be the guest We’ll Defend You In Court! Avon Breast Cancer 3-day Walk for held on kitchen gardening at 1 p.m., abilities. speaker. He will also conduct the a Cure. The walk in October, chal- United States Eastern Gardens at 1:45 For more information or direc- Spring Revival, to be held Monday lenges each team member to raise p.m., easy vegetable gardening at tions to the fair, or to find out more through Wednesday, May 20 to 22, at $1,900. 2:30 p.m., and Hydroponics: Grow- about Rutgers Master Gardeners, 7:30 p.m. each evening. Call A garage sale is planned for Satur- ing Plants Without Soil, at 3:15 p.m. please call (908) 654-9854. For gar- The public is invited to attend. For GARY J. GRABAS day, May 18, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Soil test kits will be available for dening information, please call the more information, please call (908) with a rain date of Sunday, May 19, sale. help line at (908) 654-9852. 232-6972. Former Middlesex and Morris County Assistant Prosecutor at 502 Alden Avenue in Westfield. “This event is our only fundraiser, Proceeds will go to the cause. Any- and also gives us an opportunity to Meeting to Spotlight Devices To one with items to donate is asked to showcase our organization, encour- call Meg at 908-233-4940. age new people to join, and use the The Law Office of This year the American Cancer services we and Rutgers Coopera- Assist Hearing-Impaired Society estimates that 182,000 tive Extension offer,” said Patti AREA – The Tuesday, May 21 Street from the YMCA. Attendees will JON M. BRAMNICK women in the US will be diagnosed DeBlass, President of Union County meeting of SHHH (Self Help for Hard learn about the various devices that are '!&@h†‡Trp‚qT‡ rr‡ with breast cancer and over 40,000 Master Gardeners and Co-Chair- of Hearing People) will feature a talk available to assist those with hearing Tp‚‡puQyhv†IE&&% will die. woman of the fair. on “Special Helps for the Hard of difficulties. Arboretum Announces For children, there will be planting Hearing.” Visitors, either hearing-impaired or (908)('"!!& 322 - 7000 and craft activities, face painting, The meeting will take place from 7 with normal hearing, are welcome to ('"!!%((&AFax: (908) 322 - 6997h‘h‘h‘ Active Beehive Display nature walks and storytelling. to 9 p.m. at the Madison Public Li- attend SHHH meetings. For more in- w‚i h€vpx5w‚i h€vpxp‚€ SUMMIT – The Reeves-Reed Ar- Container gardening will be a new brary, on the opposite side of Keep formation, please call J. H. Pickin at boretum in Summit has a new wildlife (973) 377-3929. habitat — an active beehive conceived by Fanwood resident Diane Sheaffer to teach adults and children about the interdependence between plants and animals. Five thousand Russian hon- GOOD NENEGOOD WSWSWS eybees moved in during the Arboretum’s “Celebrate the Earth” festivities on April 27. I have the strength to face all conditions by the The Arboretum is a 12.5-acre sub- power that Christ gives me. urban conservancy located at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit, just off of Route 24. It is open to the public Philippians 4:13 The Gospel from dawn to dusk. On most days, admission is free.

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Fedowitz, 55, Had Worked Orleans, Mass., died on Saturday, tion and was a former vestryman at Sunday, May 5, in Palm City, Fla. officer, he served aboard ships that May 11, at his home. the Church of the Holy Spirit in Born in Norfolk, Va., he moved ran supplies between New York and In Auditing For AT&T Stock Transfer Born in Troy, N.Y., he had lived in Orleans, Mass. Mr. Ladue also served with his family to Newark at age 5. Italy and North Africa. Westfield for 17 years and moved to as Vice Chairman of the Orleans He had lived in Westfield for 50 He graduated from Irvington High Michael Joseph Fedowitz, 55, of Mr. Fedowitz was a member of the South Orleans in 1978. Cable Advisory Group. years before moving to Palm City. School and had worked for Curtiss- Flemington died on Thursday, May American Legion Post of Pocono Mr. Ladue had been employed as a He was a First Lieutenant in the Mr. Busch founded ALL-STATE Wright Aircraft before enlisting in 9, at Somerset Medical Center in Lake; a former member and Past member of the General Staff of the United States Army Corps of Engi- LEGAL, a publisher of legal forms, the Merchant Marine at the outset of Somerville. Exalted Ruler of Somerville Elks New York Telephone Company be- neers, serving in England, France which today supplies law firms na- World War II. Born in Jersey City, he had lived in Lodge No. 1068 from 1990 to 1991, fore retiring in 1976. and Belgium during World War II. tionwide. The Cranford-based com- Mr. Busch developed a series of Westfield and then in Branchburg for and a member of the East Stroudsburg He was a former Director of the He graduated from Lansingburgh pany operates plants in Fort Wayne, recycling centers in Westfield, a con- 15 years, relocating to Flemington in Elks Lodge. Orleans Taxpayers Association and High School in Troy and The Peddie Ind., and Los Angeles and distribu- cept that municipal officials eventu- 2000. He and his wife had spent He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Hightstown, and received tion centers in Georgia and Texas. ally adopted and expanded upon. summers and weekends in Pocono School in Jersey City and attended St. Mildred Krusinski, 83 his bachelor’s degree from Colgate He launched the business, origi- He was a member of the Raritan Lake, Pa., since 1994. Peter’s College, also in Jersey City. Mildred M. Krusinski, 83, of University in Hamilton, N.Y. Mr. nally known as ALL-STATE Office Yacht Club, based in Perth Amboy, Mr. Fedowitz had worked in ac- Surviving are his wife of 28 years, Westfield died on Sunday, May 12, Ladue was a member of Theta Chi Supply, with a friend from the base- and Commander of the Watchung counting and payroll for AT&T Stock Nancy Fedowitz; a son, Michael at the home of her son, Charles National Fraternity. ment of his parents’ home in Verona, Power Squadron, an organization that Transfer in Piscataway, retiring from Peder Fedowitz of Flemington; a Krusinski, in Westfield. He was predeceased by his wife of following his military service in provides instruction in maritime the company’s auditing department daughter, Tanya Michele Fedowitz Born in West Hazelton, Pa., she more than 50 years, Jean Ibbot Ladue, World War II. skills. after 20 years. of Hillsborough Township; his par- had been a Rahway resident before in 1998. During the war, Mr. Busch served The business owner received an He recently was in charge of the ents, Michael and Gertrude Fedowitz moving to Westfield two years ago. Surviving are two daughters, honorary doctorate from Kean Uni- accounting and payroll departments of Jersey City, and a brother, Stephen Mrs. Krusinski was a member of Suzanne Johnson of Denver, Colo. Chang Sik Park, 84 versity in Union in 1991. for the Psak, Graziano, Piasecki and Fedowitz of Berkeley Heights. the Young at Heart of St. Mary’s and Nancy Ladue of Orleans; a son, Chang Sik Park, 84, of Westfield Surviving are his wife, Olga Busch, Whitelaw law firm in Middlesex; the The funeral was held on Tuesday, Roman Catholic Church in Rahway Peter Ladue of Needham, Mass., and died on Sunday, May 5, at Rahway whom he married in 1988; two sons, Cancer Institute for Children in New May 14, at the Cusick Funeral Home She was predeceased by her hus- three grandchildren. Hospital in Rahway. Rob Busch of Edison and David Brunswick and Sergeantsville, and in Somerville. band, Charles Krusinski, in 1984, A memorial service will be held at Born in Korea, he lived in Westfield Busch of Jupiter, Fla.; a daughter, Somerset Feed and Grain in New Memorial contributions may be and by a daughter, Linda Jurusz, 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, at the since arriving in the United States in Jacqueline Hemphill of Jersey. made to the Somerville Elks Crippled in 1978. Church of the Holy Spirit. Interment 1975. Lambertville; a sister, Ruth Schafer He served in the United States Air Children’s Center, 375 Union Av- Surviving, in addition to her son, will be at the church cemetery. Mr. Park had been President of the of Las Vegas; two stepsons, Nelson Force during the Vietnam War, at- enue, Bridgewater, 08807. is a grandson, Steven Krusinski. Nickerson Funeral Homes of Or- Chung Woon Paper Company in Marques of Port St. Lucie, Fla. and taining the rank of Sergeant. May 16, 2002 Funeral services will be held at leans, Mass., was in charge of the Korea for 20 years, prior to retiring. Mario Marques of Stuart, Fla.; six 9:15 a.m. today, Thursday, May 16, arrangements. He was President of the Korean grandchildren and a great-grandson. Irwin S. Rice, Jr., 85, Exxon Retiree; from the Corey and Corey Funeral Memorial donations may be made Senior Citizens Association in Jer- A memorial service will be held at Home in Rahway. A Funeral Liturgy to Hospice of Cape Cod, Route 6A, sey City. 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21, at the will follow at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Yarmouthport, Mass. 02675 or to the Surviving are four daughters, three Sheraton at Woodbridge in Army Captain During World War II Church. Interment will be at St. Orleans Rescue Squad, 58 Eldridge sons, 17 grandchildren and six great- Woodbridge. Irwin S. Rice, Jr., 85, of Arbor Rice, celebrated their 60th wedding Gertrude’s Cemetery in Colonia. Parkway, Orleans, Mass. 02653. grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial con- Glen, Bridgewater, died on Wednes- anniversary on November 2, 2000. May 16, 2002 May 16, 2002 Services were held on Wednesday, tributions may be made to the Kean day, May 8, at the Holly Health Surviving, in addition to his wife, May 8, at the Gray Funeral Home, University Foundation, 1000 Morris Center in Bridgewater. are a son, Irwin S. Rice, 3rd, of Elena M. Lawrence, 86, Was Rosarian; 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. Avenue, Union 07083. Born in Phillipsburg on July 30, Morris Plains; a daughter, Debra May 16, 2002 May 16, 2002 1916, the son of the late Irwin S. Rice Metcalf of Fairport, N.Y.; a twin Had Worked in Retail and at Bell Labs and Edith McCray Rice, he had lived brother, Harry Rice of Bangor, Pa., Elena M. Lawrence, 86, of Scotch Rossi Funeral Home in Scotch Plains, Celeste Krowicki, 81, Was Head Nurse; in Westfield from 1953 to 1997, when and a granddaughter. Plains died on Thursday, May 9, at followed by a Mass at St. he moved to Arbor Glen. Private graveside services were the Haven Hospice at Muhlenberg Bartholomew the Apostle Church. Rosarian and Former Army Lieutenant Mr. Rice began his business career held at the Revolutionary War Cem- Regional Medical Center in Entombment took place at Somerset with Exxon Research and Engineer- etery in Westfield under the direc- Plainfield. Hills Park in Basking Ridge. Celeste A. Krowicki, 81, of Scotch in Summit and worked with the Visit- ing at its Linden location in 1938 and tion of the Gray Funeral Home, 318 Born in Brooklyn, she was a resi- Memorial contributions may be made Plains died on Saturday, May 4, at ing Nurse Association of Union County. retired from the firm’s Florham Park East Broad Street in Westfield. dent of Scotch Plains since 1959. to the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, P.O. her home. During World War II, she served as facility in 1975, after 37 years of May 16, 2002 Mrs. Lawrence had been employed Box 325, Scotch Plains 07076. Born in Elizabeth, she moved to a First Lieutenant with the United service. He specialized in the field of by ARA Services, working in the May 16, 2002 Scotch Plains in 1955. States Army. Personnel Administration. Glendessa Sherman, 86 cafeteria of Bell Labs in Murray Mrs. Krowicki had been a school Mrs. Krowicki graduated from St. A 1934 graduate of Wilson Boro Glendessa M. Sherman, 86, of Hill, now Verizon, for 15 years prior Josephine Casiere, 90 nurse for the Hillside Board of Edu- Elizabeth School of Nursing at St. High School, located in a suburb of Fanwood died on Wednesday, May to retiring in 1994. Josephine E. Casiere, 90, of cation for 12 years prior to retiring in Elizabeth Hospital in Elizabeth and Easton, Pa., he received his Bachelor 8, at her home. She had earlier worked in retail Westfield died on Thursday, May 2, 1994 at the age of 73. was awarded her Bachelor of Sci- of Arts Degree from Lafayette Col- Born in East Orange, she had been sales with the B. Altman department at Westfield Center, Genesis She also was a head nurse with the ence Degree in Nursing from Seton lege in Easton in 1938. a resident of Newark and Union store in New York City and the ElderCare Network, in Westfield. outpatient clinic at Overlook Hospital Hall University in South Orange. He was a member of the Phi Beta before relocating to Fanwood in Hamilton Shops in Plainfield. Born in Newark, she had lived in She was a parishioner of St. Kappa and Kappa Phi Kappa Societ- 1972. She was a member of the Rosary Bloomfield and Jamesburg prior to Joseph L. McCaffrey Bartholomew the Apostle Roman ies and was also a life member of the Mrs. Sherman was a homemaker Altar Society at St. Bartholomew the moving to Westfield 10 years ago. Catholic Church in Scotch Plains and American Chemical Society. and a communicant of St. Apostle Roman Catholic Church in She was predeceased by her hus- Joseph L. McCaffrey of Freeport, a member of its Rosary Altar Society. During World War II, Mr. Rice Bartholomew the Apostle Roman Scotch Plains. band, Angelo J. Casiere, and a son, Fla., died on Sunday, April 21, at his She additionally was a member of held the rank of Captain in the United Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. She was predeceased by two broth- Robert D. Casiere. residence. the Scotch Plains Golden Agers and States Army, serving as a Liaison She was also a member of the local ers, Ray Maragni and Martin Maragni. Surviving are a daughter, Barbara Born in Lowell, Mass., he had secretary for the Scotch Plains Officer for the War Production Board Women’s Chit Chat Club for many Surviving are her husband of 60 DeMasi; a brother, Henry Swakopf lived in Mountainside for many years Women’s Club. between industry and the Army. years. years, Dominick T. Lawrence; two of Freehold; three grandchildren and before relocating to Freeport many Surviving are her husband, Robert He was a member of The Presby- She was predeceased by her hus- daughters, Eileen Lynch and Dor- a great-grandchild. years ago. E. Krowicki; a daughter, Marie K. terian Church in Westfield for al- band, George E. Sherman, Sr., in othy Guy; a son, William Lawrence; The funeral service was held on Mr. McCaffrey worked as a tool- O’Connor; a son, Robert A. Krowicki; most 50 years and had worked for 1971. two sisters, Victoria Accardi and Monday, May 6, at the Higgins and and-die maker, a welding instructor three sisters, Emelia Kane, Jean many years with the “Monday Morn- Surviving are a daughter, Glenda Phyllis Ricioppo; a brother, Sal Bonner Echo Lake Funeral Home in and an engineer with General Motors. Anthes and Alma Capobianco, and ing Banker’s Club.” M. Insabella; a son, George E. Maragni; eight grandchildren and a Westfield. Interment took place at He received his bachelor’s degree three grandsons. He and his wife, Doris Schimer Sherman; seven grandchildren and great-granddaughter. the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in in mechanical engineering from the The funeral took place on Wednes- 11 great-grandchildren. A funeral service was held yester- East Hanover. University of Illinois and a teaching day, May 8, at the Rossi Funeral John E. McDonald, 73 The funeral was held on Saturday, day, Wednesday, May 15, from the May 16, 2002 certificate from Rutgers University. Home in Scotch Plains, followed by John E. McDonald, 73, of North May 11, from the Rossi Funeral Surviving are two daughters, Marga- a Mass at St. Bartholomew the Plainfield died on Thursday, May 9, Home in Scotch Plains. A Mass Bernard Wechsler, 71, Business Owner; ret A. McCaffrey and Patricia J. Leitch; Apostle Church. Interment was at at Muhlenberg Regional Medical followed at St. Bartholomew the two sisters, Mary Proctor and Helen Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Center in Plainfield. Apostle Church. Interment took Member of B’nai B’rith of Union County Goodwin, and three grandchildren. May 16, 2002 Born in Jersey City, he had lived in place at the Gate of Heaven Cem- Arrangements were under the di- Weehawken prior to moving to North etery in East Hanover. Bernard Wechsler, 71, of Scotch eran of the Korean Conflict. rection of the National Cremation Henry J. Pernal, 82 Plainfield 15 years ago. May 16, 2002 Plains died on Monday, May 13, at Mr. Wechsler was a member of Society of Fort Walton Beach, Fla. Henry J. Pernal, 82, of Silver Ridge Mr. McDonald had been employed his home. B’nai B’rith in Union County. May 16, 2002 Park North in Berkeley died on Tues- by Carey Transportation in Manhat- Michele Di Iorio, 78 Born in Newark, he had lived in Surviving are his wife, Xiao Mei MASTER day, April 30, at his home. tan as a bus driver for 27 years before Michele Di Iorio, 78, of Westfield Linden, Clark and New York City Lu; two sons, David Wechsler and Born in Pawling, he had lived in retiring in 1984. died on Friday, May 10, at Overlook prior to relocating to Scotch Plains Michael Wechsler; a daughter, Sherry Fanwood before moving to Berkeley. He was also a retiree of Teamster Hospital in Summit. 10 years ago. Varian; a sister, Elaine Schneider, MEMORIALS Mr. Pernal had been employed as Local No. 807 in New York. Born in Pietracupa, Italy, he emi- Mr. Wechsler had owned and oper- and six grandchildren. a control operator for Public Service, He served in the United States grated to the United States in 1962, ated Path Liquors in Somerville and Funeral services were held yester- 524 Central Avenue Electric & Gas in Sewaren for 38 Navy during the Korean Conflict. settling in Westfield. Coran, Long Island, for 25 years day, Wednesday, May 15, from the Westfield, NJ years prior to retiring in 1984. He was predeceased by his wife, Mr. Di Iorio had been employed as before retiring in 1993. Menorah Chapels at Millburn in (908) 233-2350 He was a former member of the Helen Lischinsky McDonald, in a laborer with Weldon Concrete in He received a bachelor’s degree from Union. Interment took place at Beth Fanwood Volunteer Fire Department 1984. Westfield for 25 years prior to retir- Pace University in New York City. Israel Cemetery in Woodbridge. and was a communicant of St. Surviving are two sons, John E. ing in 1987. He was a United States Army vet- May 16, 2002 Maximilian Kolbe Roman Catholic McDonald of Scotch Plains and He served in the Italian Army dur- Church in Toms River. George McDonald of Howell; a ing World War II and was a prisoner Nicola Nardone, 64, Headed Cranford’s He served in the United States daughter, Karen M. Tighe of North of war in Albania. Designer • Builders of fine Navy during World War II. Plainfield; two sisters, Rose Ganley He was a member of Amici Della Downtown Management Committee Surviving are his wife, Helen of Jersey City and Katherine Mager Rocca. MONUMENTS Dziadul Pernal; two sons, John Pernal of Pennsylvania; 10 grandchildren Surviving are his wife of 59 years, Nicola Nardone, 64, of Westfield Italian American Club in Westfield. MARKERS of Bangor, Pa., and Robert Pernal of and a great-grandson. Maria Di Iorio; a son, Hank Di Iorio died on Sunday, May 12, at Overlook Surviving are his wife, Ida Ciullo MAUSOLEUMS Dayton; a daughter, Ann De Voe of Funeral services were held on of Cranford; a sister, Assunta Du- Hospital in Summit. Nardone; a son, Giuseppe Nardone of Branchburg; two sisters, Emily Burke Monday, May 13, at the Higgins rante of Italy, and two grandsons. Born and raised in Campolattaro, Westfield; a daughter, Tina Nardone Lettered • Cleaned of Freehold and Lorraine Zamietra Home for Funerals in North A Mass of Christian Burial took Italy, he came to the United States in of Westfield; two brothers, Enricco of Bayonne, and four grandchildren. Plainfield. Interment took place at place on Monday, May 13, at the 1965, settling in Westfield. and Victorio, both of Italy; a sister, Tim Doerr A Funeral Mass was offered on the Holy Cross Cemetery in North Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church Mr. Nardone had been head of the Giovanna, and six grandchildren. Friday, May 3, at St. Maximilian Kolbe Arlington. in Westfield. Entombment was at Downtown Management Committee A Mass of Christian Burial was of- Bruce Bauer Church. Interment took place at St. (established 1939) Memorial donations may be made Woodbridge Memorial Gardens in for the Township of Cranford for 10 fered yesterday, Wednesday, May 15, at Gertrude’s Cemetery in Colonia. to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Woodbridge. years, retiring in 2001. the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church Also: 300 Rt. 37 East Arrangements were under the di- Mid-Jersey Chapter, 28 Kennedy Arrangements were handled by the Earlier, he had been a forklift op- in Westfield. Interment took place at Toms River, NJ rection of the Quinn-Hopping Fu- Boulevard, Suite 180, East Dooley Colonial Home, 556 erator with Beckley Perforating in Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. (732) 349-2350 neral Home in Toms River. Brunswick 08816. Westfield Avenue in Westfield Garwood for more than 20 years. Arrangements were under the di- May 16, 2002 May 16, 2002 May 16, 2002 He served in the Italian Army dur- rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, ing peacetime. 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Mr. Nardone was a member of the May 16, 2002 More Community News Caring & Courteous Service to the Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 Junior Woman’s Club Awards Annual Grants WESTFIELD – The Junior Woman’s and the Student Council. She will Westfield Club of Westfield recently awarded attend Fordham University. 556 Westfield Avenue two Westfield High School seniors, Wan is the International Club trea- Marie Tracy and Wan Tin Chen, with surer and is an assistant at the Union 233-0255 a $1,500 scholarship for each. Chinese School. She will attend John L. Dooley Both pupils hold a high grade point Union County College in the fall. Manager average, as well as high SAT scores. Yoffie Selected For Second Marie Tracy is actively involved with music, church activities, sports Scholars Class at Duke Certificates Awarded WESTFIELD – The Robertson Scholars Program, an innovative joint To Local Residents merit-based scholarship program at SUMMIT – Local students en- Duke University and the University rolled in the junior school and high of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, school Latin classes at Oratory Pre- will soon begin its second year with Cranford paratory School in Summit have 32 top high school seniors, including 218 North Avenue again exhibited outstanding perfor- Westfield resident Adam Yoffie. mances on the National Latin Exam. A winner of the four-year scholar- 276-0255 An Outstanding Achievement cer- ship, Adam is a student at Westfield Charles V. Dooley tificate was given to eighth grader High School. He is President of the Manager Thomas Fitzgibbon of Fanwood, Junior Optimist Club, a volunteer/ while an Achievement certificate was founder Food Bank Volunteer, garnered by Joseph Cepparulo of Founder and Administrator of NFTY Scotch Plains. T.A.G. (Teens Against Guns). CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 16, 2002 Page 9

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WESTFIELD – Cheryl O’Brien, Alexandra Hurtt Alexander Tarlow Kelly Ann Hausseguy Suzanne Toriello Maureen Hughes William Uhr Principal of Edison Intermediate Danielle Infantino Julia Valentin Ying He Jason Waks Christine Isabella Ted Vincett Matthew Jekelis Angela Valles Ilana Kaplan Josh Wasserman Gillian Kape Jacob Wasiak School in Westfield, has announced Kristen Koepfler Brittany Van Sickle Melanie Kaufhold Ayn Wisler Meredith Kender Jonathan Weintraub the names of students placed on the Stephen Koepfler Nicole Venezia Valerie Keil George Xing Stephen Kielar Kathryn Werner Distinguished Honor Roll and Regu- Stephanie Korunow Dylan Wallace James Kelly Tiffany Yang Catherine LaVecchia Robert Whitehead lar Honor Roll for the Second Mark- Katherine Lee Gwendolyn Walsh Erika Kettleson Caroline Yost Matthew Leonard Charles Woehr Suzanne Lorusso Narihiko Watanabe Julia Korn Chloe Zeitounian Joseph Linares Cassandra Wright ing Period of the 2001-2002 aca- Rajmonda Maliqi Arielle Wegbreit Alyssa Lund Alexander Wronski demic term. Jeffrey Manders Lauren Weiner REGULAR HONOR ROLL Kyle Zeitounian DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Hrvoje Markovic Reece Weiner SEVENTH GRADE-81 STUDENTS SIXTH GRADE-65 STUDENTS Pami Marks Kristian Wendel Randi Ackerman Adelle Mantle DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Rebecca Ackerman Matthew Gelmetti Michael Mathews Caitlin Whitlock Claire Albanese Daniel Melillo EIGHTH GRADE-39 STUDENTS Jessica Anderson William Geltzeiler Gillian McGovern Cathryn Winchester Aubrey Ambinder Harrison Mercado David Ackerman Sarah Gerber Ben Baron Katie Goellner Evan Merkelson Tianyou Xu Erica Ammermuller Erin Moran Katharine Anderson Sarah Godfrey Danielle Bercovicz Diane Hagmann Kaitlyn Anness Jessica Moran Joshua Barer Kaitlin Gorman Rebecca Bieber Elizabeth Harbaugh DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Philip Anton Keith Moran Kevin Block Jessica Graham Kristen Boersig Jonathan Holt SEVENTH GRADE-64 STUDENTS Anthony Arnold Rachel Newberg George Braun Ben Harel Lauren Brachman Neil Huskey Amy Altszuler Neha Limaye John Attanasio Roberto Olivares Nicholas Brownstone Benjamin Holt Kelsi Browning Evan Kelley Derek Anderson Nathan Margolin Victoria Attanasio Cara Paulan Jonathan Chananie Matthew Leong Nina Brownstone Angela Kerins Jillian Aronson Pauline Martin Brian Bayne Sarah Pecker Raymond Chen Rachel Leopold Emma Byer Jaclyn Kirna Amy Behr Erin McCarthy BENEFIT BASH…Members of the Bash Committee present Franklin Elemen- Steven Bigelow Joseph Penczak Samantha Coulson Jessica Lipschutz tary School Principal Dr. Mary Fleck with a check for $20,774.31 to aid Andrew Calvaruso Kaitlin Kominsky Matthew Bogen Georgia Mierswa Thomas Bonard Markel Pitt Sarah Degel Kari Lobrutto Scott Camuto Alexander Kopp Joshua Bornstein Katherine Morgan Mark Boyd Olivia Pomann Christine Deserio Rachel Louie technology needs in the classrooms. Pictured, left to right, are: top row, Amy Alex Chaves Alison Lambert Emily Bregman Carolyn Mulvey Justin Chu Brittany Pryor Monica Doss Jessica Moskowitz O’Brien, Nancy Murray, Betsey Burdorf, Joan Kupfer, Anna Githens; bottom Smanatha Chu Toni Ma Beth Budnick Caitlyn Murphy Brian Corea Adric Quackenbush Matthew Early Gianna Pafumi row, Beth Ripperger, Chris Kaveney, Sara McKeown, Dr. Fleck, Julie Dolan, Catherine Cognetti Julia Medzhitova Brian Checchio Stephanie Musat Tracy Dalton Shanna Quackenbush Alissa Eisenberg Annie Peyton Alicia Zurlo, and Laura Marhefka. Not pictured are: committee members Christina Cognetti Michael Melillo Christina Chen Jeffrey Mysel Connor Davis Stephanie Raphael Lindsay Elbaum Christopher Pinheiro Mary Jane Prybylski, Kim Beall and Debbie Kephart. Marlena Cortese Holly Messina Kathryn Cronen Ojus Patil Amanda Diaz Blair Rolnick Laura Fernandez Jason Rea Julie Daurio So Miwa Jennifer Danielsson Jarret Petrillo Nicole DiBenedetto Nathaniel Roquet Allison Fleder Kay Rogers Melvin Diep Christina Obiajulu Kristen Dilzell Justin Petrillo Daniel Dickson George Russo Kyle Fleming David Schaffer Alison Donohue Stephanie Pinheiro Casey Elkoury Tara Picaro Felicia Erlich Laura Schwab Lucy Fromtling Tyler Whitlock SPFHS Music Department Keriann Dooley Evan Porch Rachael Feeney Daniella Regencia Elizabeth Falzon John Sheehan Jennifer Zhu Katherine Douglas Michael Rediker Lauren Finestein Brittany Reyes Kaitlin Fleck Hui-Fang Shih Connor Doyle Meredith Rivera Jason Frost Jessica Riegel Marley Frankel Daniel Shorrock REGULAR HONOR ROLL Victorious in Maryland Event Evan Einstein Jacqueline Sull Kelly Furlong Melanie Schor Kylie Fraser Allison Simon EIGHTH GRADE-70 STUDENTS Caroline Fallon Kelli Sullivan Kelly Gelber Jenna Skoller Joshua Friedman Joseph Simone Casey Ackermann David Kaplow SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch in the parade division. Students John Falzon Liane Sullivan Lindsay Goldberg Arielle Smelkinson Sheri Friedman Hope Skibitsky Kevin Anderson Lindsay Kleiman Plains-Fanwood High School (SPFHS) marched down the boardwalk Satur- Renee Ferio Christine Tolias Jana Goldfarb Caroline Steller Gregory Greifeld Shane Strano Andrew Foltz-Morrison Charles Tripp Andrew Goldman Jack Sternal Charles Barber Lauren Koepfler Music Department recently competed day morning in Ocean City, entertain- Alyson Guerriero Laura Straus Erin Beck Thomas Layton in the National Festival of Music in ing the guests in the large high-rise Travis Fox Joseph Vall-Llobera Marissa Goldner Satya Tagat Jonathan Helfand Virginia Stroup Lauren Bentivegna Hanna Lee Jamie Freeman Alexander Wang Sean Hager Julie Tiedrich Timothy Hou Douglas Townsend Ocean City, Md. Competing ensembles hotels located on the beach. Olympia Gaglioti John Wilt Norite Bercovicz Andrew Lent Nikki-Lee Birdsey Erin Mack included three concert bands, two jazz The Winter Guard placed first in Kathryn Galasso Matthew Wolski Kristy Britt Michael Manders bands, the Raider Marching Band, per- their division with a rating of “Supe- Stephanie Zolayvar Westfield TV Students Get Sarah Brois Kaitlin McGovern cussion ensemble, concert choir, select rior.” Bryan Callahan Kimberly Milan choir, Las Cantadoras, the sensation In the concert band division, the Con- REGULAR HONOR ROLL Michelle Catenacci Stephen Morrison SIXTH GRADE-74 STUDENTS show choir and the indoor Winter cert Band and Symphonic Band both James Adams Montana Metzger Andrew Chaves Victor Nolasco Boost From Education Fund Erin Cooper Jillian Olsen Guard. received ratings of “Excellent” and the Dennis Bartsch Christopher Miller Patrick Daurio Steven Pazdro The contest was held from May 2 to Symphonic Band placed first in their James Bender Erin Miller WESTFIELD – More than 100 stu- dard in the industry today. It provides 5. Students were evaluated by profes- class. Both bands are directed by Mr. Jeremy Bender Ariel Mone Rebecca DeFazio Kara Petersen dents at Westfield High School are now more access to the students, since the Louis DeVita Jessica Porter sional musicians and college profes- Thomas. Jennifer Calello Ravi Netravali editing work can be done in less time. Sarah Dobson Alexandra Psyhojos Ellen Chu Ellen O’Brien experiencing the latest in television edit- sors. There were 16 schools competing SPFHS Wind Ensemble received a Patrick Clancy Mia Pafumi ing techniques as a result of a $3,300 The students are immediately comfort- Timothy Dohm Kathryne Read at the festival, and all ensembles re- “Superior” rating, placed first in their grant from the Education Fund of able with the new computerized equip- Dina Dondiego Ameer Rogers Craig Cognetti Marissa Perch David Dunn Sara Rotella ceived a rating of “Good,” “Excellent” division, and was selected the most Elise Colasanti Michael Petrow Westfield. ment because they have already devel- or “Superior.” outstanding concert band at the festi- Caitlin Comforti Kimberly Pulliam Kristen Fortino Steven Royston “The high school students enrolled in oped computer skills at school and in the Harrison Fox Kristen Ryan There were 250 students and 25 chap- val. Directed by Mr. Turturiello, the Ryan Ferro Carolyn Raphael TV1, TV2, TV Independent Study courses home. Thomas Fringer Assunta Santonastaso Ashley Freudenheim Krista Ruschmann erones representing the communities ensemble also received a rating of “Su- Evan Friedman Daniel Selert and the TV/Film Club are all benefiting Education Fund President Darielle Jesse Garfinkel Eric Scrudato of Scotch Plains and Fanwood. Several perior,” placing first during the sight from the non-linear editing equipment we Walsh commented, “The Ed Fund is Jeffrey Goldstein Rachel Smith Matthew Fritz Danielle Sgalardi Andrea Gordon Zal Spialter of the judges and music directors reading competition. Lynne Ganley Elizabeth Shannon were able to purchase this year,” stated once again pleased to be able to augment complimented the Scotch Plains- The Percussion Ensemble, directed Brian Gibbons Jordan Sharif Talisah Harrison Sarah St. Lifer WHS-TV Instructor David Davis. the curriculum of the Westfield Public Jessica Heo Alan Tso Fanwood musicians on their musical by Joseph Reo, received a “Superior” Julie Greener Shauna Siegel “The grant enables the students to Schools and make learning an enriched Brent Hewitt Thaddeus Walsh Joshua Gribbin Stephanie Slodyczka accomplishments and high level of mu- rating and placed first in the concert Allen Gurdus Anna Smith learn editing on computer-based equip- experience.” Eric Hewitt David Weinstein sicianship. percussion class. They performed at ment and replaces our non-digital and Since its inception, the Education Fund Jillian Hobson Lauren Weinstein Jessica Harmer Rachel St. Lifer Alexander Hodara Jacqueline Wendel The Raiders Marching Band, di- the Board of Education meeting honor- Claire Harris Patrick Stanley non-linear equipment which is 10-20 of Westfield has provided more than rected by Durand Thomas, assisted by ing former Acting Governor Donald Salonia Henry Daniel Strauss Erik Jacobsen Colin Willard years old,” added Mr. Davis. “Can you $100,000 in grants to the Westfield Pub- Kristopher Kagan Julie Zenarosa Vinnie Turturiello, John Gillick, Tom DiFrancesco. imagine a 20-year-old textbook for a lic Schools through fundraising projects. Alexander Kao Samantha Zucker Hardy and Charlie Jackson, placed first SPF Jazz, directed by Mr. Thomas, Miller Participates social studies class? Well 20-year-old The organization’s next major placed first in their class and in the technology is worse for a technologi- fundraiser will be the Sixth Annual Jack sight reading division. The band re- In Research Project cally-based curriculum.” & Jill 5K on Saturday, June 15. For more ceived an “Excellent” rating and placed WESTFIELD – Tamara Miller of According to Mr. Davis, the new lin- information on this event, please visit Holy Trinity School Names third overall. The Moonglowers, di- Westfield, a graduate student at the ear computerized equipment is the stan- www.OYMP.net. rected by Mr. Turturiello, placed first in University of Wisconsin-Stevens New Director at Area Campus their class, selected first overall, placed Point, participated in a research Westfielders Will Be Inducted first in sight reading and swept all project as part of her work for a WESTFIELD — Dorothy Szot, Prin- in Westfield, she has taught religious section award for rhythm, trumpets, Master of Science Degree in Natural cipal of Holy Trinity Interparochial education and is involved in many parish trombones, and saxophones. Resources. Into Sigma Phi Omega Chapter School in Westfield, announced the ap- activities there. She and her husband, The Show Choir, directed by Laurie The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. pointment of Leslie McDevitt Lewis as Jim, have two children, Sean and Abigail. Wellman, placed first in their class WESTFIELD – During its May 15 excellence and professionalism in ger- Director of the school’s new Upon announcing her appointment, with an “Excellent” rating. In the Se- Suzanne Miller, Ms. Miller gradu- lect Choir division, the SPF concert ated Westfield High School in 1990 meeting, Westfield residents Sharon ontology. The motto of the society is Mountainside campus. Principal Szot said, “Highly qualified Mrs. Lewis, a Westfield resident, will and coming from a rich background of choir and select choir both received and earned a degree in Terrestrial Greenbaum and Denise M. Teodoru were “excellence in gerontology.” inducted into The Omicron Chapter of During the meeting, a panel discus- oversee Holy Trinity’s Pre-School pro- experience, Mrs. Lewis demonstrates a “Excellent” ratings, with concert choir Ecology in 1994 from the University Sigma Phi Omega at Kean University. sion was held with three of the Chapter’s grams for 3 and 4 year old children as caring and a nurturing so essential to this taking a second place. Las Cantadoras of Vermont. A national academic honor and pro- original members including Betty Jacox well as the full-day kindergarten. ministry.” placed fourth with an “Excellent” rat- fessional society in gerontology, the pur- of Westfield. She discussed the trends in Mrs. Lewis is a graduate of Douglass Holy Trinity Interparochial School, ing. Pingry School Names pose of the society is to promote scholar- gerontology over the last 20 years. College, and is pursuing a Master’s De- whose motto is “Where everybody is Three soloist awards were announced ships, research, friendship and service to Both Ms. Greenbaum and Ms. Teodoru gree in Early Childhood Education at the somebody special,” has openings in cer- at awards night, and all of them went to Honor Roll Students older persons; the recognition of high join The Omicron Chapter as it marks its Rutgers University Graduate School of tain grades for the 2002-2003 school the SPF students. WESTFIELD – Theodore attainment in the pursuit of academic 20th anniversary. Education. year, in Mountainside and the Westfield Delsa Slaugh received an Outstand- Corvino, Director of the Short Hills She has extensive teaching experi- campus which houses grades 1 through ing Award, Emily O’Conner earned an campus and Assistant Headmaster ence, both in the public school sector as 8. Outstanding Vocal Solo Award, and of The Pingry School, has announced Brunner Elementary Students well as at the Presbyterian Nursery School For more information, please call the Dave Koces received the Outstanding the names of the sixth graders who in Westfield. Mrs. Lewis also worked for school office at (908) 233-0484. Instrumental Solo Award. were recently appointed to the Honor many years as a Home Instructor in the Roll for the third marking period, Learn Importance of Trees Westfield Public School system, which ending in April. involved teaching children from grades SCOTCH PLAINS – The children olives, dates, figs and pieces of choco- K-8 in a variety of different subjects. Rose Bushes Westfield residents Gordon Peeler, in Bernadette Hoyer’s Pre-K Title I late. Mrs. Lewis has many ties to the com- Ava Scheininger, and Adrienne classes at Brunner Elementary School After reading the book, “A Tree Is munity of Westfield. She served as Par- Spiegel received this honor by achiev- in Scotch Plains observed Arbor Day Nice,” each child went outside to ent Teacher Association President at •In Bud & Bloom ing a B+ average with no individual with learning activities that marked give “thank you” hugs to trees on Franklin Elementary School, and was •One of the Areas Largest grade lower than a B-minus. the beauty and importance of trees. school property. The children learned the Coordinator and a Team Coach of After reading the book, “Have You that it takes a stack of recycled news- Odyssey of the Mind. Seen Trees?” each child used cray- Selections Phi Beta Kappa Society papers three feet in height to save one She is a member of the League of ons and paint to depict how trees tree. The children brought in news- WomenVoters and has served on various •Includes the best from Welcomes Grunberg look in each of the seasons. The papers to school so that they could committees for the Westfield Senior Citi- children also worked together to see how much newspaper is needed zens Housing Corporation. David Austin & MOUNTAINSIDE – Jason make large trees to decorate their to make a stack three feet tall. At St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church Grunberg of Mountainside, a senior classroom. Jackson & Perkins majoring in policy studies in the The children found many items in their classroom and homes that they College of Arts and Sciences at Syra- use everyday that come from trees. cuse University in Syracuse, N.Y., They also shared foods that come $5 Off was recently inducted into the from trees for snack. The tree snacks University’s Kappa Chapter of Phi included apples, oranges, bananas, Beta Kappa Honor Society. maple syrup, coconut, mixed nuts, Free Thorns!

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By DAVID B. CORBIN Westfield, captured or tied for first in with a time of 50.7 followed by Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times nine of the 15 events and totaled 191 teammate Diano Reavis at 51.4. Lam- Balance, talent and dogged deter- points while the Raiders, sans super- bert teamed with Kao, Alexis mination paved the way for the star Ray Williams, finished with 100 Gonzalez and LaQuan McCoy to Westfield High School boys track points. win the 4x400 with a time of 3:32.3. and field team to yank the Watchung Blue Devil Earl Lambert won two The Raiders took third at 3:45.3. Conference National Division crown individual events and was on the McCoy crossed first in the 100 away from the Scotch Plains- winning 4x400-meter relay team. meters with a time of 11.2 and team- Fanwood boys, who had worn the Lambert won the 400-meter hurdles mate Dave Falk took third at 11.3. crown for 11 straight years. The Blue with a time of 59.2 followed by McCoy shared first in the 200 meters Devils came to compete on May 10 teammate Lawrence Kao at 1:01.1 with Amir Pinnix of Shabazz with a and 11 at Gary Kehler Stadium in and crossed first in the 400 meters time of 22.8. Blue Devil Rich Miller took third at 23.3. Blue Devil senior Matt Andzel had a great tournament and took first in David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the javelin with a personal-best heave TEEING OFF...Blue Devil Jeff Luker tees off LINING UP HIS PUTT...Blue Devil Adam Karnish lines up his putt on of 160’5” and first in the discus with at the first hole at Echo Lake Country Club. the third hole during the Union County Golf Tournament an May 10. a toss of 134’4”. “I wanted to win so bad. We wanted to take this Watchung Conference title. I’m so happy. I SHALLCROSS SHOOTS 3-UNDER PAR 69 FOR TITLE can’t express it in words. I finally broke 160,” he expressed after win- ning the javelin. Raider Adam Ortyl placed second Blue Devil Golfers Recapture in the javelin at 154’0” and Blue Devil Dave Ucciferri took third with a heave of 145’11”. After winning the discus, Andzel Union County Championship said, “I was down by two inches and had one more throw. I won on the last throw, so it was dramatic.” By DAVID B. CORBIN “We are going to get an early start year’s champion, Mike Occi of Raider Chris Feighner, who fin- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times because of the rain and to try to avoid Cranford, finished fourth with a 78. ished second in the discus with a toss Rain and the possibility of light- possible lightning.” Blue Devils Adam Karnish at 84 and of 130’9”, held first up until Andzel’s ning threatened to postpone the Union Led by Shallcross’ own brand of Gerritt Ill at 87 finished sixth and final throw. Raider Shawn Doyle took County High School Golf Tourna- lightning, the Blue Devils won the 12th, respectively. third at 124’2”. Feighner, however, ment held for the 38th year at Echo championship with a 329 total fol- “I have known about Ryan for took top honors in the shot put with Lake Country Club in Westfield on lowed by Cranford with 337. three years, working in junior golf a shove of 50’11”. May 9. However, the real lightning Shallcross was consistent through- and being a golf professional, and Looking to the future, Feighner was in the clubs of Blue Devil fresh- out with three birdies – second hole, working closely with Mike Preston David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times said, “My arm felt pretty good. I’m man Ryan Shallcross, who burned fourth hole and fifth hole – and 15 the head professional at Echo Lake,” WINNING LEAP IN THE LONG JUMP...Blue Devil Rich Miller won the long still a little open. I’m not closed the 6,534-yard course with a 3-under pars, turning in a 33 on the front nine said Turnbull. “He is a tenacious jump with a leap of 20’7.5” at the Watchung Conference Championships in when I throw. I don’t have enough par 69 to capture the individual title. holes and a 36 on the back nine. bulldog. We go to the golf course, Westfield. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Prior to the tournament, according According to Blue Devil Head most of the kids are joking around on to Tournament director and Cranford Coach John Turnbull, “That may be the putting green, having a good High School Head Coach Billy Ray, the lowest round ever shot in the time. Not Ryan! He is very focused. KOSCIELECKI WINS 4 EVENTS; MACNEIL WINS 800M Union County Tournament at Echo He’s very competitive. That type of Lake. The amazing thing about his kid you just leave alone.” round was that it was a cold and Westfield and Cranford have been damp day. The greens were aerated taking turns grabbing the Watchung Raiders Grab Third-Straight on Tuesday, which means that they Conference (WC) and the Union were a little bumpy and the pin place- County (UC) golf titles in recent ments were very severe.” years. On May 7, the Cougars won On April 18, Shallcross shot his the WC title, out-doing the Blue lowest 9-hole round at Echo Lake Devils, 331-339, at Roselle Country WCT Girls’ Track Crown with a 4-under par 32 on the front Club. Last year, the Blue Devils won nine as Westfield defeated South the WC crown, topping the Cougars, By DAVID B. CORBIN three first, six seconds and two thirds. Koscielecki. “I have had some ham- Plainfield, 201-217. In the UCT, he Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 331-335, and the Cougars topped the Since last year, Koscielecki has string problems. We have six people had very little challenge as he topped Blue Devils, 321-327, to seize the Senior Jill Koscielecki accumu- improved remarkably in all of her on our team with hamstring prob- his nearest opponent, sophomore UCT. Cougar Mike Occi won the lated 40 team points by winning ev- events, especially the long jump lems.” Jason Occi of Cranford, by six UCT individual with a 1-over par 73. ery event she entered to lead the where she has been approaching the As to her goals in the long jump, strokes. Tim Azoia of A. L. Johnson Two years ago, Cranford won both Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School 17-foot mark. In the WCT, she leaped she said, “I want to jump in the mid came in third with a 77 and last CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 girls to their third-straight Watchung 16’5.25” on her last jump to edge 17s, but I have to get my steps down. Conference, National Division title Blue Devil Sara Burke who had a I have been working with (Coach at Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield leap of 15’11.75”. Raider Jenna Lionel) Hutch. He helps me out a on May 10 and 11. The Raiders edged Balestriere took third at 15’5.5”. lot.” Scotch Plains Fanwood second-place Westfield 144-128. “I jumped 15’9” and Sara Burke Senior Jayme Ferraro was one of The Raiders took first in six events, came up and jumped 15’11” so I had those six Raiders suffering from ham- Football Camp placed second in three and third in one jump left. I jumped 16’5”, which string problems and did not compete Registration can be downloaded at six while the Blue Devils claimed is not my best,” commented but Koscielecki’s achievements kept her team on top. She also crossed www.fanwood police.com (click PAL link). first in the 400 meters with a time of 57.8, first in the 400 hurdles at 1:05.2 June 24 - 28, 2002 and first in the high jump with a David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times height of 4’6”. Blue Devil freshman 3,200 WINNER...Blue Devil Sarah Scotch Plains - Fanwood High School Emily MacNeil came in second in Mahran, front, crossed first in the 3,200 meters. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 Ages 7 years to 14 Blue Devil YOUTH Fast pitch KEHLER’S Please note: Wednesday, June 26 - no camp Softball Camp YOUTH FOOTBALL For girls entering Fee: $129.00 grades 3 through 9 CAMP JULY 8TH TO JULY 12TH, 2002 For Boys Teaching kids all positions and while making the Monday through Friday 3rd - 9th Grade athlete stronger, faster and more knowledgeable. 9:00 am to 12:00 pm each day July Westfield High School 8th-11th Forms available in the lobby of the Softball Field Held At: Scotch Plains Police Department or the 550 Dorian Road Gary Kehler 9 am - Noon Westfield, NJ Stadium each day Fanwood Police Department. 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, May 16, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION LEO RAPS 2-RUN DOUBLE, BUTTS BOPS 2-RUN SINGLE Hungry Cardinal Boys Rattle Blue Devil Diamond Boys, 8-5

By DAVID B. CORBIN Coach Bob Brewster. “An old coach inning,” said Brewster. “We hadn’t Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of mine said ‘talking isn’t doing, hit the ball hard since before the Being ranked No. 11 on May 7, doing is doing’. That’s one of the Kearny game.” then losing to Kearny, 5-0, on the things we’ve got to work on, getting With respect to future games and same day most likely jostled the the activity done on the field.” the upcoming Union County emotions of the Westfield High The 10-3-1 Blue Devils did get it quarterfinal game with Brearley that School baseball team. Two days later, going a bit in the bottom of the first was played on May 11, the Blue the sting of that defeat seemed to to take a 1-0 lead. Ben Koket, who Devils need to regroup mentally. carry over when the hungry Plainfield reached first safely on a throwing Brewster commented, “I know these Cardinals alit in Westfield, soared to error and scooted to second, moved kids too well. I know their abilities. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times an 8-1 lead and held on to fly home to third on Jay Cook’s single down I know we are going to come back.” ATTEMPTING THE PICKOFF...Blue Devil pitcher Joe Wisniewski tosses to with an 8-5 victory. the first baseline, then scored on a Plainfield 004 202 0 8 first baseman Blair Richardson in an attempt to pickoff Cardinal Lamar Reyes. David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times “A lot of the kids figured, after passed ball. Westfield 100 004 0 5 The Cardinals defeated the Blue Devils, 8-5. COOKIN’...Blue Devil Jay Cook losing to Kearny, we should have However, from that point until the sizzled after the first inning against been raring to go. Everybody thought sixth inning, the Blue Devils’ bat- Brearley. Cook, a senior, fanned five they were but we just didn’t do it on ting zest nearly ceased, only Jim PENNELLA SMACKS GAME-WINNING DOUBLE IN 7TH Bears and yielded just four hits. the field,” explained Blue Devil Head McKeon managed to beat out an infield single. PICARO TRIPLES, SINGLES, SCORES Blue Devil pitcher Joe Wisniewski, who had performed Raiders Rally in 7th, Startle well in the first two innings, ran into control problems in the top of the Devils Take Bears, 6-2 third. The first two Cardinals drew walks and the next batter, Eladio Ortiz, reached on an error. One run Irvington Softballers, 11-10 In UC Baseball Tourney scored on a throwing error then Jose Reyes tapped an RBI single and By FRED LECOMTE The Blue Knights struck first with runs to regain a 9-7 lead. The Raiders John Ortiz sliced a two-run single to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 5 hits in the top of the second result- chipped off a run in the bottom of the By DAVID B. CORBIN In the bottom of the second, the put the Cardinals up, 4-1. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High fifth when Megan Reddington poked Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ing in six runs. The Raiders answered Blue Devils took a 6-2 lead with In the fourth, the left-handed Car- School softball girls have learned the with one run in the bottom of the a single and scored on Kellie The second-seeded Westfield High three more runs. John Leonardis, who dinal, Eladio Ortiz, who weighs all meaning of, “It’s never over until it’s inning on back-to-back singles by LaForge’s RBI double. School baseball team took another finished with two hits, smacked a of 120 pounds, launched a two-run over,” as they rallied in the seventh LaForge and Kelly Lusk, and an RBI Irvington scored in the seventh step in its quest for an 11th Union double, Jim McKeon reached safely missile into the trees well over the inning to startle Irvington, 11-10, on County championship by defeating on an error and Leonardis scored. 350-foot marker in right field. Then May 8 in Scotch Plains. Junior first seventh-seeded Brearley, 6-2, in Picaro singled and stole a base. in the sixth, the Cardinals chirped baseman Lindsay Pennella ripped a Westfield on May 11. Senior Jay McKeon scored and Cook ripped an with a two-run single by Kaz Beverly two-out, two-run double in the bot- Cook limited the Bears to four hits RBI double. to command an 8-1 lead. The inning tom of the seventh to give the Raid- and senior Brett Picaro provided some “It was a good comeback after a ended when Koket made a brilliant ers the victory. of the offense with a triple and a rough week. Nothing we did, worked. face, diving catch in center. “I just knew we had to get the run single while scoring a run. Today, it was a tough first inning. We Finally, in the bottom of the sixth, in, and I was having a rather rough There may have been some ques- gave up a couple of runs but we got electricity came back into the Blue time hitting in the game. When I tion about the Blue Devils’ perfor- the ball in play, made some things Devils’ bats. After Koket flied out to came up to the plate, I knew it was all mance after loosing, 5-0, to Kearny happen and that was the difference in center, Cook lined a double to right up to me, so I just concentrated on on May 6, 8-5, to Plainfield on May the game,” said Blue Devil Head off Cardinal ace pitcher Eladio Ortiz. my timing so I would hit the ball on 8 and, 11-8, to Elizabeth on May 10. Coach Bob Brewster. “One of the Blair Richardson and McKeon both the ground. Fortunately, it went However, the Blue Devils put it to- things about this team, we can bunt. walked and Brian Butts chopped a through just the way I wanted it to.” gether with fine fielding, wisely took If we get the ball in play, things will two-run single up the middle. John Freshman right fielder Taylor advantage of Brearley mistakes and happen and if they don’t make the Leonardis followed with a two-run Cianciotti went 2-for-3 and collected got their offensive machine work- plays, we are going to take advan- double to right to tighten the score four RBI and second baseman Kelly ing. tage of it. I was pleased with the way to 8-5. LaForge went 3-for-4 and scored 2 Cook, who finished with five we played today. It was a tough “We hit the ball hard that last runs. strikeouts, had a shaky start in the week. We really doubted ourselves. first inning and the Bears tapped him Winning cures a lot of ills. We are for two runs. Ruhan Rodriguez going to keep going and take a shot singled and later scored when Dan at it (Union County title).” Zika reached safely on an error then According to Brewster the Blue Steve Byars followed with an RBI Devils’ defensive efforts were “much single. From that point on, Cook improved today. We had a lot of nice foiled the Bears. plays by all the infielders. Blair Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times In the bottom of the first, Ben BIG RUN PRODUCER...Raider freshman Taylor Cianciotti had two hits and (Richardson) made a nice tag play on four RBI against the Lady Blue Knights. Koket and Cook both singled and a bad throw. Jim McKeon made a Josh Ludmer reached base on an nice play on a slow roller and made from Jodi Fiorino. and appeared to have the game some- error. With the help of Brearley mis- a good snap throw. Mike Sofka did a In the top of the third, Katrina Ware what secured with a 10-8 edge. Not cues, all three scored. great backhand play and Brett tripled, then scored on an infield error so, as the Raiders rebounded to score (Picaro) made a nice play behind but the Raiders came back immedi- another run prior to Pennella’s two- PUBLIC NOTICE second base. Jay (Cook) and Josh ately with four runs to tighten the run double for the victory. UNION COUNTY BOARD (Ludmer) worked really well together score, 7-5. LaForge singled and swiped Winning pitcher McNelis com- OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS around the plate. Jay kept mixing second. Laura Manzi rapped an RBI mented after the game. “I was a little NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD things up. It’s hard for anybody to double. Pennella singled and Caitlin shaken after that second inning. My Date Adopted: May 9, 2002 know what he going to throw.” Public Notice is hereby given that the McNellis walked to load the bases. arm was really getting tight, because Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Westfield will play Plainfield in Cianciotti stepped to the plate and mentally, I was losing it a little, so I ers has awarded a contract without com- the semifinals on Saturday at Rahway. crushed a two-run double and Chrissie started using my legs as much as petitive bidding as a professional service or Brearley 200 000 0 2 Cardiale added an RBI single. possible to push off. I just kept think- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- Westfield 330 00 x 6 ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- Two more Raiders scored in the ing we can beat this team, I know we tract and the resolution authorizing it is PUBLIC NOTICE fourth to tie the score when Cianciotti can. We came back from other set- available for public inspection in the Office Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times drilled another two-run double. backs before, so this should not be of the Clerk of the Board. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS COMPLETING A FINE PLAY...Second baseman Kellie LaForge, No. 9, makes “Perhaps the key to my hitting has any different. So, I just went out RESOLUTION NO. 529-2002 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the putout at second. LaForge also had a great day at the plate with three hits been my concentration and getting there and put it back together. Actu- AWARDED TO: Center for Workforce & May 29, 2002 at 8:00 P.M. in the Municipal and two runs scored. Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, the timing down when I’m on deck,” ally I was gaining speed near the end Economic Development (CWED) of Union summarized Cianciotti. of the game.” County College. New Jersey the Scotch Plains Planning PUBLIC NOTICE SERVICES: To provide a series of five Board will hold a public hearing to consider PUBLIC NOTICE In the fifth, Irvington scored two “You know the kids kept hanging job fairs and pre-job fair training for the the following appeal: TOWN OF WESTFIELD TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS in there, hanging in there and hang- Statewide National Emergency Grant for Evangel Church for a Site Plan Amend- INVITATION TO BID ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT PUBLIC NOTICE ing in there. That was an important the 9/11 disaster. ment in conjunction with a proposed addi- PERIOD: 5/9/02 - 9/30/03 tion to the building located at 1251 Terrill Sealed proposals will be received by the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on SHERIFF’S SALE accomplishment for us,” said Raider COST: Not to exceed $250,000 Road (Block 11603, Lots 15 and 15.01), Town of Westfield in the Council Chambers JUNE 6, 2002 at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Head Coach Frank Butz. “Irvington M. Elizabeth Genievich Scotch Plains. at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, is a good club. They made a lot of Clerk of the Board All interested persons may be present Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at 10:00 AM New Jersey, the Scotch Plains Zoning Board DOCKET NO. F-566-99 good fielding plays and had a lot of 1 T – 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $23.46 and heard. prevailing time on Monday, June 10, 2002, of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to BANKERS TRUST COMPANY OF The file pertaining to this application is for the "2002 CURB REPLACEMENT PRO- consider the following appeal: CALIFORNIA, N.A. AS TRUSTEE ON good hits. It was just a tough game. available in the Office of the Planning Board, GRAM, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY". The BEHALF OF PACIFIC AMERICA HOME I’m proud of all the kids, the way PUBLIC NOTICE S. Pettit for a Variance to permit the 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch Plains, roadway and locations associated with this EQUITY LOAN TRUST SERIES 1998-1, construction of an addition at the property they came back.” SHERIFF’S SALE New Jersey, and is available for public in- contract are as follows: PLAINTIFF vs. JOSEPH MERCY, ET AL., located at 2264 Coles Avenue (Block 3603, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, spection during regular office hours. Standish Avenue - Birch Avenue to DEFENDANT. Irvington 061 020 1 10 Lot 6), Scotch Plains, from the following CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Barbara J. Horev Cedar Terrace (900 L.F.) CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 014 210 3 11 section of the Zoning Ordinance: DOCKET NO. F-15331-01 Secretary to the Planning Board Coleman Place - Dudley Avenue, West DATED DECEMBER 07, 2001 FOR SALE Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph H, Colunm WASHINGTON MUTUAL HOME Township of Scotch Plains to Seneca Place (4,500 L.F.) OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. 7a whereby minimum setback from a side PUBLIC NOTICE LOANS, INC. SUCCESSOR IN INTER- 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $20.91 The work under this Proposal includes By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- street required for a corner lot is fifteen (15) EST BY MERGER TO FLEET MORT- the furnishing of all labor, materials and ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale SHERIFF’S SALE feet; proposed: approximately 11.7 feet [by GAGE CORP., PLAINTIFF vs. JUAN equipment necessary to complete the work by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PUBLIC NOTICE plan]. LAPAZ A/K/A JUAN LA PAZ; NATALIE as shown on the Contract Drawings and ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, LAPAZ, ET ALS., DEFENDANT. SHERIFF’S SALE described in the Contract Specifications, Robert and Patricia Fiorino for a Vari- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- DOCKET NO. F-5863-01 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, and Proposals shall be in accordance with ance to permit the construction of a deck at sey on WEDNESDAY THE 29TH DAY OF CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE DATED JANUARY 29,2002 FOR SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, such Drawings and Specifications and the the property located at 2239 Lyde Place MAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. BRIAN OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DOCKET NO. F-5509-00 terms proposed in the Contract. The work (Block 3004, Lot 18), Scotch Plains, from noon of said day. All successful bidders SLATIN AND MRS. BRIAN SLATIN, WIFE By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE consists primarily of the construction of the following section of the Zoning Ordi- must have 20% of their bid available in cash OF BRIAN SLATIN, DEFENDANT. ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. approximately 5,400 lineal feet of granite nance: or certified check at the conclusion of the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- CARIDAD PRADOS, ET AL., DEFEN- block curb, 4,500 square feet of 6 inch thick Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph H, Column sales. DATED JANUARY 4, 2002 FOR SALE OF ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 DANT. concrete, 500 square feet of 4 inch thick 10 whereby minimum rear-yard setback re- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED MORTGAGED PREMISES. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, concrete, 100 square yards of bituminous quired is thirty (30) feet; proposed: approxi- FORTY THREE THOUSAND ONE-HUN- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 12TH DAY OF DATED SEPTEMBER 28, 2000 FOR SALE concrete driveway, 2,450 square yards of mately twenty (20) feet [by scale]. DRED SEVENTY SEVEN & 31/100 ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale JUNE A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. top soil & sod and other related items. The ($143,177.31). by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- C. Allen for a Variance to permit the noon of said day. All successful bidders By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- successful bidder shall start construction The property to be sold is located in the ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 construction of a rear porch at the property must have 20% of their bid available in cash ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale ten (10) days after notice of award of Con- City of Elizabeth, County of Union, State of Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- located at 864 Ternay Avenue (Block 7301, or certified check at the conclusion of the by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- tract is given, and shall complete all work New Jersey. sey on WEDNESDAY THE 12TH DAY OF Lot 7), Scotch Plains, from the following sales. ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 within forty-five (45) working days after the Commonly known as: 507 Riverside Drive, JUNE A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- section of the Zoning Ordinance: The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- start of construction. Elizabeth, New Jersey noon of said day. All successful bidders Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph G, Col- FORTY ONE THOUSAND SEVEN-HUN- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 12TH DAY OF Proposals shall be in writing on the forms Tax Lot No. 1313, Block No. 11 must have 20% of their bid available in cash umn 10 whereby minimum rear-yard set- DRED FORTY &62/100 ($141,740.62). JUNE A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- furnished and must be delivered at the place Dimensions of Lot: BEGINNING at a point or certified check at the conclusion of the back required is thirty (30) feet; proposed: The property to be sold is located in the noon of said day. All successful bidders and before the hour above mentioned, and in the easterly line of Riverside Drive distant sales. approximately twenty (20) feet. CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of must have 20% of their bid available in cash must be accompanied by a certified check northerly along the same 57 feet from the The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED UNION, and the State of New Jersey. or certified check at the conclusion of the or bid bond payable to the Town of Westfield Wayne Smith for a Use Variance and corner formed by the intersection of the said FORTY THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED Tax LOT: 457 BLOCK: 4 sales. in an amount equal to at least ten percent Waiver of Site Plan to permit a take-out food easterly line of Riverside Drive and the north- SEVENTY FOUR & 21/100 ($140,274.21). COMMONLY KNOWN AS 447 FERN The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED (10%) of the base amount of the bid, but not establishment at the property located at erly line of Parker Road and running thence; REAL ESTATE TAX DISCLOSURE PLACE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY EIGHTY FOUR THOUSAND TWO-HUN- less than $500.00 nor more than $20,000.00. 1508 Front Street a.k.a. 111 Terrill Road 1) north 68 degrees 40 minutes east, 98.48 If designated below, there are liens in the 07202 DRED NINTY TWO & 95/100 Each bid must also be accompanied by a (Block 201, Lot 23.01), Scotch Plains, feet; thence 2) north 21 degrees 20 minutes estimated sum as specified below. Plaintiff Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) ($184,292.95). Surety Company Certificate stating that said from the following section of the Zoning west, 29.54 feet; thence 3) north 68 degrees advises that the municipal tax office should 170 feet wide by 25 feet long. Property to be sold is located in the City Surety company will provide the bidder with Ordinance: 40 minutes east, 31.52 feet; thence 4) North be contacted to obtain any additional tax Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the of Elizabeth, County of Union and State the required Performance bond in the full Section 23-3.11a, Permitted Primary 21 degrees 20 minutes west, 27.46 feet; amounts that may be due. NORTHEASTERLY side of FERN PLACE. of New Jersey amount of the Contract, by a Non-Collusion Uses, B-2 Zone whereby a take-out food thence 5) south 68 degrees 40 minutes 1. Water: $1,613.39 plus penalties THE SALE IS SUBJECT TO UNPAID Premises commonly known as 740 Magie Affidavit and a Contractor’s Qualification establishment without inside seating, is not west, 130 feet to the easterly line of River- CONCISE DESCRIPTION TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS, TAX, Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208 Statement, Statement of Ownership, on the a permitted use. side Drive and thence; 6) along the easterly 1. The property to be sold is commonly WATER AND SEWER LIENS AND BEING KNOWN as LOT 1324, BLOCK forms included in and explained in the con- line of Riverside Drive, south 21 degrees 20 known as: 33 Bond Street, Elizabeth, New Efim Roitman for a Use Variance and OTHER MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS. 10, on the official Tax Map of the City of tract documents. minutes east, 57 feet to the point or place of Jersey 07202. Waiver of Site Plan for a change of use from THE AMOUNT CAN BE OBTAINED Elizabeth Bidders must be in compliance with all beginning. 2. Tax Block No.: Ward#: 1 Lot No.: an automobile repair shop to a convenience FROM THE LOCAL TAXING AUTHOR- Dimensions: 40 feet x 100 feet x 40 feet provisions of Chapter 127 P.L. 1975 supple- Subject to: Tax Sale Certificate No. 00- Acct#: 832 store at the property located at 2435 Route ITY. x 100 feet ment to the law against discrimination (Affir- 6151, Amount: $4,260 3. Dimensions of lot: 25.00 x 100.00 22 West (Block 4802, Lot 1), Scotch Plains, There is due approximately the sum of Nearest Cros Street: Crawford Place mative Action) and must pay workmen the Nearest Cross Street: Parker Road 4. Nearest cross street: Third Street contrary to the following section of the Zon- ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY TWO THOU- There is due approximately the sum of prevailing wage rates promulgated by the There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of ing Ordinance: SAND NINE-HUNDRED TWO & 82/100 TWO-HUNDRED EIGHTEEN THOU- New Jersey State Department of Labor and ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE THOU- ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY THREE THOU- Section 23-5.2 Permitted Conditional ($152,902.82) together with lawful interest SAND SIX-HUNDRED FORTY EIGHT & Industry for this project, copies of which are SAND THREE-HUNDRED THIRTY FIVE SAND THIRTY EIGHT & 00/100 Uses, does not provide for convenience and costs. 37/100 ($218,648.37) together with lawful on file in the Office of the Town engineer. & 72/100 ($181,335.72) together with lawful ($153,038.00) together with lawful interest stores in conjunction with motor vehicle There is a full legal description on file in interest and costs. Plans and specifications may be seen or interest and costs. and costs. service stations. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in procured at the office of the Town Engineer, There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Public Works Center, 959 North Avenue All interested persons may be present the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn West, Westfield, New Jersey. The non- and be heard. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. refundable cost of contract documents is The file pertaining to this application is in this sale. this sale. SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH $25.00 made payable to the Town of West- the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH SHAPIRO & DIAZ, LLP SHERIFF field, which must be paid in cash or certified ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch SHERIFF SHERIFF ATTORNEYS AT LAW FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. check. The Mayor and Council reserve the Plains, and is available for public inspection GEORGE CRETELLA, ESQ. HUBSCHMAN & ROMAN Suite J Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza right to reject any bid, and to waive any during regular office hours. Suite C ATTORNEYS AT LAW 406 Lippincott Drive 216 Haddon Avenue informality in any bid, if in the interest of the Linda M. Lies 20 Cambridge Drive 318 Bergen Boulevard Marlton, New Jersey 08053 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Town, it is deemed advisable to do so. Secretary to the Aberdeen, New Jersey 07747 Palisades Park, New Jersey 07650 CH-756575 - (WL) CH-755602 - (WL) Kenneth B. Marsh Zoning Board of Adjustment CH-756559 - (WL) CH-756582 - (WL) 4 T - 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 4 T - 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 Town Engineer Township of Scotch Plains 4 T - 5/2, 5/9, 5/16 4 T - 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 & 6/6/02 Fee: $212.16 & 6/6/02 Fee: $183.60 1 T - 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $61.71 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $61.20 & 5/23/02 Fee: $238.68 & 6/6/02 Fee: $193.80 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 16, 2002 Page 13 Raiders Grab Third-Straight WCT Girls’ Track Crown CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11

the 400 meters with a time of 59.1 Blue Devil Sarah Mahran crossed followed by Raider Rachel Jones at first in the 3,200 meters with a time 1:00, and Blue Devil Amanda of 11:47.1 and Raider Lindsay Curry Nehring took second in the high jump came in third at 12:17.5. Mahran with a height of 4’4”. finished second in the 1,600 with a “This meet showcased our depth, at time of 5:31.1 behind Cranford Cou- least on a conference level,” said Raider gar Mallory Harlin at 5:22.9. Head Coach Jeff Koegel. “We were Blue Devil sophomore Ja’net Tiller once again without Jayme Ferraro, one crossed first in the 200 meters in 26.1 of our top-two point-scorers, while she and finished second in the 100 meters was nursing a hamstring injury back to at 12.5. Raider Jones took third in the health. Jayme could have scored 30-40 200 meters at 27.0 and Blue Devil points for us in a meet like this, and we Burke took third in the 100 meters at surely missed having her, but it made 13.0. Raider Kerri Quinn placed third it all the more rewarding for us to pull in the shot put with a shove of 30’8.75”. things together to win even without TEAM TOTALS: Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times her.” 1. Scotch Plains-Fanwood 144, 2. Westfield SLIDING UNDER THE TAG...Blue Devil Rachel Wagner slides under the tag Blue Devil MacNeil easily won 128, 3. Cranford 90, 4. Linden 62 of Viking catcher Ashley Whittemore in the UCT quarterfinals.

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times PLACING FIRST IN THE 800 METERS...Blue Devil freshman Emily MacNeil CORBETT HAMMERS DOUBLE, MACDONALD K’s 12 easily wins the 800 meters at the Watchung Conference Tournament. Blue Devils Stop Vikings, 6-1 Viking Baseball Boys Quiet Roselle Catholic Lions, 3-0 In UC Softball Quarterfinals

The Union Catholic High School In the second inning, Julian Marsh By FRED LECOMTE Bennett and another in the third on on an error. Gelmetti lined out deep baseball team qualified for the state reached first safely on an error, sped Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Lauren Gelmetti’s RBI single. to leftfielder Stephanie Massaro, who tournament for the first time in nine to second on a passed ball and scooted Senior pitcher Caitlin MacDonald In the top of the fifth, Viking Ashley made a spectacular diving and slid- years and boosted its record to 9-6 to third on Union Catholic Scholar- had another outstanding performance Whitemore drilled a single to left and ing catch. Corbett ripped her two- with a, 3-0, victory over 7-8-1 Roselle Athlete John Losavio’s grounder to to lead the top-seeded 15-2 Westfield advanced on a passed ball. Kristen run double and Nicole DiFabio fol- Catholic in Scotch Plains on May 7. first. Mike Miskovich stepped to the High School softball team to a, 6-1, Rizzo stepped up and ripped an RBI lowed with a RBI single to right. Freshman Andy Koncen fired a one- plate and cracked an RBI single to up victory over Union Catholic on May double to tighten the score, 2-1. An “We came into this game wanting hitter and retired the last nine Lions the lead to 2-0. 11 in Westfield to advance to the Union infield error followed by a perfectly to beat them so bad since we lost to in a row. Matt Caravano poked a two-out County Tournament semifinals. placed bunt loaded the bases full of them last year in the counties,” said In the first inning, Viking Kevin single in the fourth for the only Lion Senior outfielder Erin Corbett Vikings with no one out. Blue Devil Corbett. “That was really a tough Gates beat out an infield single, stole hit. The Vikings added their third run belted a two-run double in the fifth second baseman Jessica Guerrico ini- loss, so everybody was really pumped second and continued to third when when Marsh slapped an RBI single inning, while Ali Bennett added two tiated a great force play at the plate. up for this game. Our defense is the catcher’s throw sailed into the in the sixth inning. hits and an RBI. MacDonald (14-2) MacDonald recorded a strikeout and really strong as we always come outfield. Roger Barrueco followed Roselle Catholic 000 000 0 0 struck out 12 allowing four hits and right fielder Rachel Wagner made a through for Caitlin in one of her off with an RBI single to right field. Union Catholic 110 001 x 3 one walk. fine catch to end the threat. innings. As far as the hit was con- David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times “This game was key, because they “That was the turning point in the cerned, it was a great feeling. I have Blue Devil Sarah Burke wanted to win badly,” Westfield Head game,” said McFadden. “You kind of been kind of slow with the bat, so it Union County High School Coach Maggie McFadden pointed feel the momentum shifting a little was good to come around for the the 800 meters with a time of 2:24.5 out. “Union Catholic knocked us out bit. Once we stopped them, it took a team at the right time.” followed by Raider Stephanie Heath last year in this round, so they were little of the life out of them.” After shutting down the Vikings in Baseball Tourney Results: at 2:30.8 and Blue Devil Anne Onishi ready. We wanted to show them that The Blue Devils came back and the sixth, Westfield added another also at 2:30.8. She took total control we are a good team and nobody was rocked Viking pitcher Suzanne run on an RBI sacrifice bunt by of the race midway through the first QUARTERFINALS: Westfield 6, Brearley 2 going to knock us out early.” Hennesy for three runs in the fifth to Wagner scoring MacDonald. Senior Jay Cook tossed a four- lap and just glided from there. The Blue Devils scored a run in the take a 5-1 lead. Wagner walked and “What I really liked in this game, MAY 11: “I always try to get a jump out in Union 5, New Providence 4 hitter, Brett Picaro tripled, singled second inning on an RBI single by catcher Tara Dowling reached first was that Corbett and DiFabio were and scored a run and John Leonardis front early. Then I always try to kick it able to come up with a hit and a two- The eighth-seeded Pioneers had in the last 200 yards,” explained the top-seeded Farmers on the ropes doubled, singled and scored for the out error which was driven pretty second-seeded, 12-4-1 Blue Devils. MacNeil. When the competition is not Union County High School hard, so we forced them to make the with a 4-1 lead in the seventh. Tom too stiff, she said, “I have to think real Beck had two hit, including an RBI Ruhan Rodriguez and Dan Zika plays, but that Corbett two-out hit scored for the seventh-seeded, 9-3 hard to push myself. I race myself.” was big for us. Gelmetti also did a double for 10-4 New Providence. The Raider girls swept the top- No. 15, 17-1 Union tied the score in Bears See story. Softball Tourney Results: great job driving in that first run,” three places in the discus with Lauren concluded McFadden. the seventh with a two-run double Brearley 200 000 0 2 Bianco taking top honors with a toss QUARTERFINALS: an RBI double in the second. Linden from Marc Weres and won it in the Westfield 330 000 x 6 MAY 11: Union Catholic 000 010 0 1 of 101’0” followed by Colleen Coyle slipped to 12-7. Westfield 011 031 x 6 ninth on Bob Honeymar’s RBI Plainfield 5, Cranford 1 at 98’6” and Erin Gillooly at 92’3”. Westfield 6, Union Catholic 1 single. Linden 000 100 0 1 John Ortiz had two triples and two Bianco also placed second in the Caitlin MacDonald “K”ed 12 Vi- Roselle Park 110 000 x 2 PUBLIC NOTICE New Providence 102 000 100 4 RBI for the 10-7, 14th-seeded Cardi- kings for the 15-2, top-seeded Blue javelin with a heave of 94 feet. Raid- Cranford 5, Governor Livingston 0 TOWN OF WESTFIELD Union 000 001 301 5 nals and Marcus Winn knocked an Devils. Kristen Rizzo had an RBI ers Lauren Perrotta, Balestriere, The third-seeded, 11-8 Highland- This is to certify that the within Resolution RBI triple. Jamar Ingram had a double double for the eighth-seeded, 8-8 A. L. Johnson 7, Elizabeth 5 Heath and Aja Bundy won the 4x400 ers were held to just three hits by is a true and exact copy of the Resolution and a single for the 9-6, sixth-seeded Vikings. See story. Mike Vicci had three RBI, includ- with a time of 4:14.1 followed by pitcher Christine Permoulie. Kiera adopted on May 7, 2002 by the Town Coun- ing a two-run homer in the first in- Cougars. Westfield at 4:30.5. Union Catholic 000 010 0 1 Zimmerman had three hits and two cil of the Town of Westfield Westfield 011 031 x 6 Bernard A Heeney ning, for the 13-3-1, fourth-seeded Plainfield 041 000 0 5 RBI for the, 12-5, sixth-seeded Cou- Town Clerk Crusaders and Nick Biglasco rapped Cranford 000 000 1 1 Blue Devils Pounce Union 2, A. L. Johnson 1 gars. an RBI single in the third. Dave Jessica scored both runs for the 12- RESOLUTION Seara had an RBI double in the fourth Devil Laxers Level Cranford 004 001 0 5 Finance Committee Pingry Laxers, 12-8 6, fifth-seeded Farmers and Laura Gov. Livingston 000 000 0 0 May 7, 2002 for the fifth-seeded, 12-6 Minute- Blumetti had three hits and an RBI. men. Ridge Boys, 18-5 The No. 9 Westfield High School Pam Tavalaro had an RBI single in WHEREAS, the Town of Westfield re- boys’ lacrosse team boosted its record PUBLIC NOTICE ceived a grant from Union County in 2001 Elizabeth 000 410 0 5 the fourth for the fourth-seeded, 12- to 11-4 with a 12-8 victory over Pingry TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS for the improvement to the Westfield Com- A. L. Johnson 231 001 x 7 After a slow first quarter, the 10-4 7 Crusaders. munity Center; and Westfield High School boys’ lacrosse in Westfield on May 11. Tim Mansfield NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Union 001 001 0 2 (one assist), Dan Kane and Mike of the Township Council of the Township of Law (NJSA 40A:11-1 et seq) authorizes the team leveled 14-2 Ridge, 18-5, in A. L. Johnson 000 100 0 1 Devil Laxers Lace Bernards on May 9. Senior midfielder Debrossy all netted three goals. Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- letting of contracts for professional services Mike Debrossy spearheaded the Blue The Blue Devils, leading 6-3 at the Roselle Park 2, Linden 1 bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- without competitive bidding; Laura Bundy had an RBI single in ship on Tuesday, May 14, 2002, there was WHEREAS, the firm of Algarin Archi- Lady Tigers, 20-9 Devils with five goals and an assist, half fired in the first three goals of the introduced, read for the first time, and passed tects, AIA, has been selected to provide and attacker Billy Schultz netted three second half to take a commanding the first for the, 15-2, second-seeded on such first reading, the following ordi- construction drawing and architectural speci- The 11-3 Westfield High School goals and added three assists. lead. Billy Schultz had a goal and Panthers and Shannon Leary rapped nance : fications at a contract fee of $118,000.00. girls’ lacrosse team laced the 4-9 The Red Devils took a 4-3, first four assists, Dave Santoriello netted AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING WHEREAS, Certificate of the Chief Fi- Princeton lady Tigers, 20-9, in PUBLIC NOTICE GAMES OF CHANCE ON SUN- nancial Officer, certifying the availability of quarter lead but the Blue Devils’ a goal and added three assists and DAY OCTOBER 20, 2002 IN adequate funds for this contract, prepared Princeton Township on May 8. Se- defense got very stingy while the Taylor Hogarth had a goal. Gregg SHERIFF’S SALE THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH in accordance with NJAC 5:30-1.10 has nior Morgan Lang netted five goals offense proceeded to burn the Red Elliott abetted with two assists and SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PLAINS been furnished to the Town Clerk. Expen- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Purpose: Any charitable organization may and added six assists to up her Devils’ net. Midfielder Dan Kane goalie Brian Pirot made 15 saves. diture of funds is to be charged to Special season’s goal total to 48 and assist DOCKET NO. F-19538-01 conduct games of chance (raffle) on Sun- Ordinance #2022. flicked in three goals and abetted Pingry (6-7) 2132 8 BANKERS TRUST COMPANY OF day, October 20, 2002 provided steps are NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, total to 19. with an assist. Gil Arbitsman (1 as- Westfield 2442 12 CALIFORNIA, N.A. AS CUSTODIAN OR taken to secure a license for same. that the Town of Westfield award a contract Ali Pino flicked in five goals and TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. ROBERT C. A public hearing for same will be held on for the preparation of architectural drawings sist) and Greg Elliott both scored two BECKWORTH, JR., ET ALS., DEFEN- added an assist to up her season goal goals. Taylor Hogarth had a goal and Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 8:00 p.m. in the and specifications for the improvement of total to 36 and assist total to 14. PUBLIC NOTICE DANT. Council Chambers of the Municipal Build- the Westfield Community Center to Algarin two assists while Dave Santoriello CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, ing, or any time and place to which a meeting Architects, AIA of 50 Elm Street, Westfield, Brittany Miller fired in five goals to and Ben Masel each contributed a SHERIFF’S SALE DATED JANUARY 30, 2002 FOR SALE for the further consideration of such ordi- New Jersey. up her season total to 39. Sara Flood SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. nance shall from time to time be adjourned, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this goal and an assist. Tim Mansfield CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- had three goals and an assist and had two assists and Marc Schott added and all persons interested will be given an contract is awarded without competitive bid- Ashley Kent scored two goals. Goalie DOCKET NO. F-18363-00 ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale opportunity to be heard concerning such ding as a “Professional Service” under the one. Goalie Brian Pirot made nine CITIFINANCIAL SERVICES INC, ET by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ordinance. provisions of the Local Public Contracts Julie Vanarelli made 19 saves. saves. ALS., PLAINTIFF vs. ANNA ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 A copy of same may be obtained from the Law, NJSA 40A:11-5(1)(a) Westfield 8 12 20 DEJOURNETT HER HEIRS, REPRESEN- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Princeton 3 6 9 Westfield 3 6 6 3 18 TATIVES AND HER, ET AL., DEFEN- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 12TH DAY OF Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- proper Town Officials be authorized to ef- Ridge 4 0 1 0 5 DANT. JUNE A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. fect whatever actions are necessary in the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, noon of said day. All successful bidders Monday through Friday by any member of execution and discharge of this contract. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE DATED JANUARY 16, 2002 FOR SALE must have 20% of their bid available in cash the general public who wants a copy of BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. or certified check at the conclusion of the same without cost. TOWN OF WESTFIELD copy of this resolution shall be published in By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- sales. BARBARA RIEPE BOARD OF HEALTH The Westfield Leader as a public notice of ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale The judgment amount is NINTY TWO Township Clerk the action pursuant to NJSA 40A:11-5. Public notice is hereby given that an Ordinance of which the following is a copy was by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- THOUSAND EIGHT-HUNDRED THIRTY 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $32.13 1 T - 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $43.35 introduced, read and passed on first reading by the Westfield Board of Health at a regular ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 TWO & 05/100 ($92,832.05). meeting held on May 6, 2002. The Board of Health will further consider the same for final Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- The property to be sold is located in the PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE passage on June 3, 2002 at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Administrative sey on WEDNESDAY THE 5TH DAY OF CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY Conference Room of the Westfield Municipal Building located at 425 East Broad Street, JUNE A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- 07201, County of UNION and State of New BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Westfield, New Jersey at which time and place members of the public will be given an noon of said day. All successful bidders Jersey. NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR NONPAYMENT OF TAXES opportunity to be heard concerning said ordinance. must have 20% of their bid available in cash Commonly known as: 532 MAGNOLIA ASSESSMENTS AND/OR OTHER MUNCIPAL LIENS Marylou Fashano-Soltis or certified check at the conclusion of the AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY Board Secretary sales. 07201 Public notice is hereby given that I, Colleen M. Huehn, Collector of Taxes of the Borough GENERAL ORDINANCE #85 The judgment amount is NINETEEN Tax Lot No. 755 in Block No. 3 of Fanwood, County of Union will sell at public auction on WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2002, in An Ordinance by the Board of Health of the Town of Westfield to amend Ordinance #84 THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED SEVENTY Dimension of Lot: approximately 30.55 the Mayor and Council chambers at the Borough Municipal Building, 75 North Martine of the Board of Health entitled "An Ordinance relating to salaries of officers and employees SEVEN & 88/100 ($19,177.88). feet wide by 100.0 feet long Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey at 9:00 o’clock in the morning or at such later time and place of the Board of Health of the Town of Westfield, County of Union, State of New Jersey". BEING KNOWN AS THE PREMISES Nearest Cross Street: Fifth Street to which said sale may then be adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land assessed Be it ordained by the Board of Health of the Town of Westfield, County of Union, State of LOCATED IN THE CITY OF ELIZABETH Situated at a point on the southwest- to the respective persons whose names are set opposite each respective parcel as the owner New Jersey, that General Ordinance #84 entitled as above be amended as follows: COUNTY OF UNION AND STATE OF wardly sideline of Magnolia Avenue dis- thereof for the total amount of municipal liens chargeable against said lands respectively, in Section 1 NEW JERSEY tance approximately 399.58 feet northwest- accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. As computed to the 5th day of June, 2002. The following annual salaries are hereby fixed for officers and employees of the Board of BEING KNOWN AS: 130 WEST GRAND erly from its intersection with the northwest- Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of Health and shall be retroactively payable from January 1, 2002. STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY erly sideline of Fifth Street. municipal liens chargeable against each parcel of said land assessed as one parcel, together LOT 1749 PRIOR LIENS/ENCUMBRANCES with interest and costs to the date of the sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest rate of Regional Health Officer $63,981.00 (base pay - Westfield) BLOCK 13 Mortgage to Lee V. Roper and Augusta interest bid, not to exceed 18%. Payment for said parcels shall be made prior to the R. Sherr $31,534.00 (base pay - Health Contracts) DIMENSIONS OF LOT: N/A Roper dated 10/16/89 recorded 10/17/89 in conclusion of the sale in the form of cash, certified check or money order or other method $ 8,596.00 (longevity) NEAREST CROSS STREET: CHILTON Mortgage Book 4017, Page 0908. previously approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. Properties for which Public Health Nurse $25,573.00 (base pay - Westfield) STREET $26,500.00 there are no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the Borough of Fanwood at an N. Krencik $30,607.00 (base pay - Health Contracts) NUMBER OF FEET: 298 FEET 3rd party water lien - date assigned 4/7/97 interest rate of 18%. ANY FURTHER INFORMATION CAN - Certificate #4703W $3,342.63 At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property with Senior Registered Environmental $ 52,722.00 (base pay - Westfield) BE OBTAINED FROM THE SHERIFF OF 3rd party water lien - date assigned 3/30/ interest and costs. Payments must be in the form of cash, certified check or money order. Health Specialist $ 4,576.00 (base pay - PHPF) UNION COUNTY 98 - Certificate #5181W $20,017.91 Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. G. Cheety $ 4,011.00 (longevity) TAX SALE CERTIFICATES ABLAC F 3rd patey water & sewer lien - date of sale 58-10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-:10A-1 et seq.) and the Senior Registered Environmental $ 40,960.00 (base pay - Health Contracts) FL. 4/10/00 - $1,166.96 - #006507 6/11/01 Certificate #6602SW $6,748.26 Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.). In addition, the municipality is Health Specialist $ 12,238.00 (base pay - PHPF) There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be T. Moon TWENTY THOUSAND NINE-HUNDRED NINTY NINE THOUSAND NINE-HUN- in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the site. THIRTY EIGHT & 06/100 ($20,938.06) to- DRED SIXTY THREE & 01/100 In the event that the owner of the property is on Active Duty in the Military Service, the Tax Registered Environmental $ 45,799.00 (base pay - Health Contracts) gether with lawful interest and costs. ($99,963.01) together with lawful interest Collector should be notified immediately. Health Specialist $ 3,914.00 (base pay - PHPF) There is a full legal description on file in and costs. The lands to be sold are described in accordance with the last tax duplicate as follows: H. Mendez the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in BLOCK LOT ASSESSED TO LOCATION TOTAL DUE Secretary $ 29,498.00 (base pay - Westfield) The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. 1 006 004 McMoran, I&J & Ayala, J. 25 Madison Avenue $ 5,947.42 M. Fashano-Soltis $ 7,864.00 (base pay - Health Contracts) this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn 2 010 22.01 Barnes, William J. 177 N. Martine Avenue $ 1,024.08 $ 1,868.00 (longevity) RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. 3 027 060 Clark, Charles & Jill 162 Farley Avenue $ 2,863.24 $ 600.00 (Board Secretary - Westfield) SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH 4 082 011 Fischbein, Gerald & Ellen 156 Vinton Circle $ 2,877.12 $ 1,200.00 (Board Secretary - Springfield) THE LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL A. SHERIFF 5 116 055 Slaughter, Keith 21 Roosevelt Avenue $ 157.04 ALFIERI FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. Secretary $15,488.00 (base pay - Westfield) 6 116 75A Terry, Janet P. 4 Saville Row $ 4,232.57 Suite One Suite 201 L. Annina $10,325 .00 (base pay - Health Contracts) 7 119 004 Gee, James & Dorothy 12 Jefferson Avenue $ 8,375.04 187 Route 34 7 Century Drive 8 120 004 Felton, James 13 Jefferson Avenue $ 231.70 Section 2 Matawan, New Jersey 07747 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 This Ordinance shall take effect immediately after final passage and publication CH-756552 - (WL) CH-756574 - (WL) Colleen M. Huehn according to law. 4 T - 5/9, 5/16, 5/23 4 T - 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 Collector of Taxes 1 T - 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $82.62 & 5/30/02 Fee: $204.00 & 6/6/02 Fee: $234.60 4 T - 5/9, 5/16, 5/23 & 5/30/02, The Times Fee: $289.68 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, May 16, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Blue Devil Trackmen Capture Watchung Conference Crown CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11

height and my hips aren’t in to it. So pole vault while Mike Attenasio and I still have a lot of work to do before Mike Gorski placed second and third, the big meets come. But, the weather respectively, with a height of 10 feet. was nice today and I felt good.” Rich Miller and Adam Wendel fin- Feighner’s personal-best toss in ished 1-2 in the long jump with re- the shot was 54’8.5” last year and he spective distances of 20’7.25” and has his sights set higher. “I am look- 20’5” while Reavis took third with a ing to get 57 feet,” he said. leap of 19’5.5”. Raider Ray Williams was prepared Not particularly pleased with his to compete on May 10 but was still performance, Miller said, “I wasn’t hampered by a hamstring injury. approaching well. Everything was According to Raider Boys’ Head all messed up and the wind was Coach Rich McGriff, “Ray will not affecting me. But, I’ll take it.” be jumping today because he was “The wind would kind of come feeling discomfort in his hamstring.” and go and it threw me off a little bit. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times After Williams easily won his heat But I was popping off the board PUSHING TO VICTORY IN THE SHOT...Raider Chris Feighner shoves the in the 100 meters, he grabbed his alright,” explained Wendel. “It’s WAITING FOR THEIR TURN TO TEE OFF...Pictured, left to right, are: Tom shot 50’11” to place first in the event at the Watchung Conference meet. Hill of A. L. Johnson, Pete Fazio of Cranford, Erin Cockren of Westfield and hamstring and was later withdrawn about a foot shorter than I do, but it Craig Oliver of Summit. This foursome was the third group to go off at the Union from the meet. gets us the team points. I’ll take it.” County Golf Tournament. “He was holding his hamstring Wendel easily grabbed first in the Local High School Varsity after the race. The way he was ex- high jump, clearing 6’0” and at- Boys Tennis Results: Blue Devil Golfers Recapture MAY 8: MAY 10: Union County Championship Westfield 4, Governor Livingston 1 Westfield 5, Newark East Side 0 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 First singles: Frank Geiger (GL) d. The Blue Devils rested their regu- Griffin Maloney, 6-4, 6-4 lar starters. Second singles: Rich Moran (W) d. tournaments and had both individual a phenomenal group of freshmen. If Yiwey Shieh, 6-3, 6-2 First singles: Alex Jaslow d. Thanh Vo, 6-0, 6-0 champions. The Blue Devils had you took the top-12 players on each Third singles: Alex Jaslow (W) d. Chris possession of the UCT for three- Barnett, 6-0, 6-1 Second singles: Adam Gervkens d. team in New Jersey, Westfield would First doubles: Shaun Simone and Ryan Khiantt Gnuyen, 6-1, 6-3 straight years and set the tournament beat every team.” Miller (W) d. Diego Quintana and Kevin Third singles: Alec Wasserman d. record in 1999 with a 310 total be- Vishal Bhaobuj, 6-0, 6-1 TEAM TOTALS: Guicipietro, 6-2, 6-3 fore the Cougars beat them 332-343. 1. Westfield (W) 329, 2. Cranford (C) 337, Second doubles: Devin Power and First doubles: Mike Checchio and Alex Barrett d. Hamza Aguedichon and Guido Jerry Cuozzo defeated Blue Devil A. L. Johnson (J) 343, 4. Scotch Plains- Doug Shineman (W) d. Oliver Eng and Fanwood (SPF) 357, 5. Summit (S) 376, 6. Adam Geiger, 6-2, 4-6, 6-1 Molina, 6-0, 6-0 Jeff Weber in sudden death for the Second doubles: Andrew Levy and individual title. Roselle Park (RP) 377, 7. Union (U) 385, Scotch Plains-Fanwood 4, Bound Brian Kender d. Dennis Zumba and Miguel Oratory Prep (O) 387 Sanchez, 6-0, 6-0 “We have a lot of depth. Cranford Brook 1 has two very good golfers – Mike INDIVIDUAL SCORES: First singles: Mario Ituralde (BB) d. SECTION 2, GROUP 2 1. Shallcross (W) 69, 2. Jason Occi (C) and Jason Occi – and a decent fresh- 75, 3. Tim Azoia (J) 77, 4. Mike Occi (C) Terry Levine, 6-2, 6-2 Governor Livingston 5, Madison 0 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Second singles: Mike Thompson (S) TAKING FIRST IN THE HIGH JUMP...Blue Devil Adam Wendel cleared six man. But they really don’t have any 78, 5. Barry Portelow (Brearley) 82, 6. d. Nick Mejia, 6-1, 6-0 First singles: Frank Geiger d. Garrett Adam Karnish (W) and Marc Henkle (RP) Paknis, 6-0, 3-0 (retired) feet to take first in the high jump. others who consistently shoot in the Third singles: Josh Sanders (S) d. mid to upper 80’s,” Turnbull said. 84, 8. Tom Hill (J) and Mike Sprung (SPF) Chris Caemmerer, 6-0, 6-0 Second singles: Yiwey Shieh d. Sean 85, 10. Tim Berry (J) and Kyle Hartlaub First doubles: Adam Corbin and Jason McGovern, 3-6, 7-6 (7-4), 6-1 “Westfield has a dozen who can. It’s (S) 86, 12. Jack Egan (SPF) and Gerritt Ill Third singles: Chris Barnett d. Justin ploding out of the block, if it would tempted 6’4” but failed. Raider Mike Krueger (S) d. Brian Savitt and Paulo have happened then, it would have Walker took second at 5’8” fol- been like that for years. We also have (W) 87 Tavares, 6-1, 6-4 Kennard, 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 (7-2) Second doubles: Simon Poplyansky First doubles: Kevin Guidicipietro and been more serious,” pointed out lowed by Blue Devil Gonzalez at and Jesse Rogowsky (S) d. Juan Barrigan Diego Quintana d. Alex Wolitzky and Jared Raider Girls’ Head Coach Jeff the same height. and Matt Hardgrove, 6-3, 6-2 Limback, 6-2, 6-1 Second doubles: Oliver Eng and Adam Koegel. “But it’s much wiser to pull Raider Bob Wallden and K. C. Brown Geiger d. Pedro Leduc and Harry Lorello, 6- him from the meet.” of Cranford have had many running PUBLIC NOTICE 3, 6-2 Williams or no Williams, the Blue battles in the distance events in their UNION COUNTY BOARD Devils were strong in nearly every four years of high school track. Wallden OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Tennis Erratum: event and dominated in the pole vault has been dominant in cross country but NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD when it gets to the 1,600 and the 3,200, Date Adopted: May 9, 2002 and the long jump, taking the top- In the Union County High School three places in each. Joe Hubbard Brown has had the edge with a strong Public Notice is hereby given that the Boys Tennis Tournament, Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- cleared 12’6” for top honors in the kick. Brown won the 1,600 with a time ers has awarded a contract without com- Westfield’s second singles player, of 4:24.7 and the 3,200 with a time of petitive bidding as a professional service or sophomore Rich Moran, was in- 9:39.9. Walden finished second in both extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- correctly identified as Ryan Moran. Family Roller Skating events with respective times of 4:29.7 ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- Either way, Rich did a fabulous job tract and the resolution authorizing it is and 9:44.7. and placed second. Held at Armory available for public inspection in the Office Sponsored by the Westfield High “We are very competitive and know of the Clerk of the Board. each other’s strong points,” said PUBLIC NOTICE School ice hockey association and RESOLUTION NO. 534-2002 Westfield Recreation Department, Wallden. “We push each other. He AWARDED TO: Calman Hunter, O.D. 32 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS wins some and I win some.” North Avenue East, Cranford, New Jersey there will be Friday Night Family SERVICES: To provide professional op- NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting Roller Skating at the Westfield Ar- In an event also dominated by tometry services to the patients/residents of of the Township Council of the Township of Cranford, Blue Devil Dan Lynes Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- mory on Rahway Avenue across from Runnells Specialized Hospital. Westfield High School on May 17, 31, crossed third in the 800 meters with PERIOD: 6/1/02 - 5/31/03 bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- a time of 2:02.3 behind Cougars Matt COST: No cost to the County. ship on Tuesday, May 14, 2002, there was June 7 and June 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. M. Elizabeth Genievich introduced, read for the first time, and passed There will be a “Shoot at the Werder at 1:59.9 and Brian Clerk of the Board on such first reading, the following ordi- Target Goalie” and “Give it Your Zuravnsky at 2:01.0. 1 T – 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $21.93 nance: The next big showdown will be AN ORDINANCE SUPPLE- Best (Radar-Timed) Slap Shot” MENTING AND AMENDING contest. Enjoy an evening of Fam- at the Union County Champion- PUBLIC NOTICE ship at Williams Field in Elizabeth CHAPTER XXIII, ZONING, OF ily fun while supporting Westfield David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times SHERIFF’S SALE THE REVISED GENERAL OR- High School Hockey. The cost is $6 on May 17. VERY EAGAR TO START THE UCT...The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Raiders SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DINANCES OF THE TOWN- can’t wait to tee off. Pictured, left to right, are: Mike Sprung, Mats Notoane, SHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, for Adults and $3 for Children. TEAM TOTALS: CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, 1. Westfield 191, 2. Scotch Plains- Jack Egan, Brian Muller and Chris Meehan. DOCKET NO. F-20785-01 1978, RE-ZONING BLOCK Refreshments are available for sale. 1401, LOT 13 (PORTION) Fanwood 100, 3. Cranford 75, Linden 56, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGIS- Shabazz 34 TRATION SYSTEMS, INC., PLAINTIFF FROM THE “B-2” ZONE TO vs. NILZA B. DELFINO, ET AL, DEFEN- THE R-3A ZONE PUBLIC NOTICE Purpose: The property known as Block Union County Senior 50+ DANT. UNION COUNTY BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, 1401 Lot 13 (portion) rezoned from the R20;B-2R21; Zone to the R-3A zone. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS DATED JANUARY 31, 2002 FOR SALE UNION COUNTY BOARD A public hearing for same will be held on NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Date Adopted: May 9, 2002 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Softball League Results: By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 8:00 p.m. in the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Council Chambers of the Municipal Build- Public Notice is hereby given that the ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Date Adopted: May 9, 2002 ing, or any time and place to which a meeting Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Nilsen Detective Agency 26, Irish Union Center National Bank 21, by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ers has awarded a contract without com- Public Notice is hereby given that the ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 for the further consideration of such ordi- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Pub 16 Marion Jacobson Roofing 6 nance shall from time to time be adjourned, petitive bidding as a professional service or Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ers has awarded a contract without com- and all persons interested will be given an extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- Jerry Barrett had a 2 run homer, The Bank scored eight runs in the sey on WEDNESDAY THE 29TH DAY OF ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- petitive bidding as a professional service or Lenny Yenish and Bob DeBellis each first inning. Bill Koegel, Dan D’Arcy, MAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- opportunity to be heard concerning such extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- ordinance. tract and the resolution authorizing it is noon of said day. All successful bidders ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- had four hits and Bruce Bilotti, Al Steve Lemanowicz, Tom Connolly A copy of same may be obtained from the available for public inspection in the Office must have 20% of their bid available in cash of the Clerk of the Board. tract and the resolution authorizing it is Theresa, Ron Ivory, Al Feigenbaum, and Alan Schachman had three hit or certified check at the conclusion of the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park available for public inspection in the Office Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- Jorge Barker and Lou Kruk had three apiece. sales. RESOLUTION NO. 548-2002 of the Clerk of the Board. The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. AWARDED TO: JCA Associates, 181 hit each for Nilsen. Comcast Cablevision 27, Legg DRED FORTY ONE THOUSAND NINE- Monday through Friday by any member of Westfield Avenue, Clark, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 533-2002 Union Center National Bank 13, Mason 10 HUNDRED SIXTY SEVEN & 76/100 the general public who wants a copy of SERVICES: For providing construction AWARDED TO: BAE Systems ADR, ($241,967.76). same without cost. administration and inspection for the re- 9285 Commerce Highway, Pennsauken, Crest Refrigeration 10 Tom Lombardi had five hits and All that certain tract or parcel of land and BARBARA RIEPE placement of Cooper Road in Scotch Plains, New Jersey Steve Lemanowicz led the Bank four RBI, Angelo Corbo (4 hits, HR, premises situate, lying and being in the Township Clerk New Jersey SERVICES: To provide professional ser- with three hits including two HRs. 6 RBI), Frank Bender (4 hits, 6 RBI), CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $35.19 COST: $103,924 vices for Phase 3 of the GIS land base mapping process. Karl Grossman (4 hits, 5 RBI) for 07202, County of UNION and State of New M. Elizabeth Genievich Comcast. Jersey. PUBLIC NOTICE Clerk of the Board COST: Not to exceed $550,000 PUBLIC NOTICE Also known as Tax Lot 262 in Block 4 on 1 T – 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $21.93 M. Elizabeth Genievich Northwestern Mutual 30, Crest the Tax Assessment map of the CITY of SHERIFF’S SALE Clerk of the Board SHERIFF’S SALE ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07202. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T – 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $21.93 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Refrgieration 29 More commonly known as 602 BRITTON CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Todd Brinkerhoff had four hits, Rich BOARD OF EDUCATION STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY DOCKET NO. F-3355-01 DOCKET NO. F-5736-99 WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY PUBLIC NOTICE Grossberg tapped three hits and Tom 07202. DELTA FUNDING CORPORATION, WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, Murray had the game-winning hit. BEING LOT 153 ON BLOCK 7 ON MAP PLAINTIFF vs. GLENN A. HARVEY, ET NOTICE TO BIDDERS SHERIFF’S SALE INC., PLAINTIFF vs. GLORIA DUNNING, ENTITLED “HOUSING DEVELOPMENT, AL., DEFENDANT. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, ET AL., DEFENDANT. Sealed proposals will be received by the LA Law 20, Haven Savings Bank 10 ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY, STANDARD CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Board of Education of the Westfield School Ron Cerina belted two HRs for the OIL COMPANY”’ SURVEYED FEBRUARY DATED JUNE 4, 2001 FOR SALE OF DOCKET NO. F-18721-01 DATED FEBRUARY 5, 2001 FOR SALE District, Union County, New Jersey, at the 1, 1922 BY J.L. BAUER, CIVIL ENGINEER MORTGAGED PREMISES. INDYMAC BANK, FSB, PLAINTIFF vs. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Law and Ben Modica had three hits. Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, West- AND SURVEYOR, ELIZABETH, NEW By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- DOUGLAS VICARS, ET AL., DEFEN- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- field, New Jersey, for the following supplies, Il Giardino Ristorante 14, Cre- JERSEY, FILED JUNE 29, 1922 AS MAP ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale DANT. ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale equipment or services: NO. 69-C. by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ative Industries 11 PREMISES BEING MORE PARTICU- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 BID FOR: DATED FEBRUARY 4, 2002 FOR SALE ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Tony Spadevecchia, Pete Ierino, LARLY DESCRIBED IN ACCORDANCE Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- B3-12 CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES FOR OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Dean White, Bruce Symon, Lionel WITH A SURVEY MADE BY RUDOLFO sey on WEDNESDAY THE 12TH DAY OF THE 2002-2003 SCHOOL YEAR By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF Genello and Ralph Eisenberger all PIERRI, P.L.S. DATED AUGUST 20, 1998 JUNE A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale MAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- BIDS DUE: AS FOLLOWS: noon of said day. All successful bidders by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- noon of said day. All successful bidders had multiple hits for Il Giardino. MAY 30, 2002 AT 11:30 AM. BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE must have 20% of their bid available in cash ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 must have 20% of their bid available in cash Il Giardino Ristorante 22, LA SOUTHERLY SIDELINE OF BRITTON or certified check at the conclusion of the The bids will be received at the Adminis- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- or certified check at the conclusion of the STREET DISTANT 44.00 FEET WEST- sales. tration Building, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, sey on WEDNESDAY THE 12TH DAY OF sales. Law 10 ERLY FROM ITS INTERSECTION WITH The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED New Jersey 07090, on the date and at the JUNE A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED Hitting stars for Giardino were THE WESTERLY SIDELINE OF FIFTY FOUR THOUSAND TWENTY time indicated, and then publicly opened noon of said day. All successful bidders FORTY ONE THOUSAND SEVEN-HUN- Bruce Symon, Lionel Genello, Vic CLARKSON AVENUE, IF EXTENDED, FOUR & 84/100 ($154,024.84). and read aloud. must have 20% of their bid available in cash DRED EIGHTY NINE & 81/100 Blyskal, Tom Price. AND RUNNING THENCE: CONCISE STATEMENT OF DESCRIP- Bids must be in strict compliance with or certified check at the conclusion of the ($141,789.81). 1. SOUTH 10 DEGREES 19 MINUTES TION OF REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD specifications, Bids must be made on the sales. The property to be sold is located in the WEST 100.00 FEET TO A POINT; MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth proposal forms in the manner designated. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, PUBLIC NOTICE THENCE COUNTY: UNION, STATE OF NEW Proposals must be endorsed on the outside FIFTY ONE THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED New Jersey. UNION COUNTY BOARD 2. NORTH 79 DEGREES 41 MINUTES JERSEY of the sealed envelope, with the name of THIRTY & 33/100 ($151,630.33). Commonly known as: 553 Jackson Av- OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS WEST 44.00 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE STREET & STREET NO: 138-40 Parker the bidder, the bidder’s address and the CONCISE DESCRIPTION enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD 3. NORTH 10 DEGREES 19 MINUTES Road name of the supplies, equipment, or ser- Municipality: City of Elizabeth Tax Lot No. 964 in Block 8 Date Adopted: May 9, 2002 EAST 100.00 FEET TO A POINT IN THE TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 11, vices for which the bid is submitted. It is Street Address: 913 Magnolia Avenue Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 25 Public Notice is hereby given that the SOUTHERLY SIDELINE OF BRITTON LOT: 1199 understood and agreed that proposals may Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201 feet wide by 100 feet long. Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- STREET; THENCE DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 141.93 feet x be delivered before the time or at the place Tax Lot: 8 Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- ers has awarded a contract without com- 4. ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY SIDE- 27.92 feet specified for opening. The Board of Educa- Tax Block: 1221 easterly side of Jackson Avenue 100.8 feet petitive bidding as a professional service or LINE OF BRITTON STREET, SOUTH 79 NEAREST CROSS STREET: 121.6 feet tion assumes no responsibility for bids mailed Approximate dimensions: 100.00 feet X from the northeasterly side of Julia Street. extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- DEGREES 41 MINUTES EAST 44.00 from Irvington Avenue or misdirected in delivery. 25.00 feet X 100.00 feet X 25.00 feet There is due approximately the sum of ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- FEET TO THE POINT AND PLACE OF SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE The Board of Education of the Town of Nearest cross street: Henry Street ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY FOUR THOU- tract and the resolution authorizing it is BEGINNING. There is due approximately the sum of Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, There is due approximately the sum of SAND SIX-HUNDRED TEN & 30/100 available for public inspection in the Office There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY SIX THOU- reserves the right to accept or reject any ONE-HUNDRED SEVENTY FOUR ($164,610.30) together with lawful interest of the Clerk of the Board. TWO-HUNDRED FIFTY EIGHT THOU- SAND FIVE-HUNDRED TEN & 36/100 and/or all bids for the whole or any part and THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY and costs. SAND FOUR HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE & ($186,510.36) together with lawful interest waive any informalities in the interest of the EIGHT & 32/100 ($174,138.32) together There is a full legal description on file in RESOLUTION NO. 532-2002 80/100 ($258,481.80) together with lawful and costs. Board of Education. No bid may be with- with lawful interest and costs. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. (Amending Resolution 52-2001) interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in drawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn AWARDED TO: Schoor DePalma, Inc., There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. date set for the opening thereof. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. this sale. Engineers and Design Professionals, 200 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Bidding shall be in conformance with the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH State Highway Nine, Manalapan, New Jer- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. applicable requirements of this sale. SHERIFF sey this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH N.J.S.A,18A:18A-1 et.seq., pertaining to the RALPH FROEHLICH ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN SERVICES: For professional engineer- RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF "Public School Contracts Law". SHERIFF ATTORNEYS ing/planning consultation services for the SHERIFF WILLIAM M. E. POWERS JR. Bidders are required to comply with the PLUESE, ETTIN, BECKER & 1139 Spruce Drive Kapkowski Road Transportation Planning FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. CHARTERED requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC SALTZMAN PO Box 1024 Study. Suite 201 737 Stokes Road 17:27). A DIV. OF KATZ, ETTIN, LEVINE Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 COST: In an additional amount not to 7 Century Drive PO Box 1088 By order of the Town of Westfield Board 905 North Kings Highway 1-908-233-8500 exceed $198,000, for a total contract amount Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 of Education, Union County, New Jersey. Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 FILE NO. XFZ L 39733 not to exceed $1,700,000. CH-756570 - (WL) CH-756073 - (WL) Robert A. Berman CH-756580 - (WL) CH-755817 - (WL) M. Elizabeth Genievich 4 T - 5/2, 5/9, 5/16 4 T - 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 Board Secretary 4 T - 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09 Clerk of the Board & 5/23/02 Fee: $291.72 & 6/6/02 Fee: $191.76 1 T - 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $45.39 & 6/6/02 Fee: $175.44 & 05/16/02 Fee: $189.72 1 T – 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $26.01 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 16, 2002 Page 15 Yankees Win 3 to Get Back 2nd Annual Strike Out ALS In Westfield Majors Race Softball Tournament Set The Yankees began the week with Isabella pitched two innings for the SCOTCH PLAINS – Saturday, event include authentic bats and balls a loss to the first place White Sox save. May 18 will be more than just a day autographed by Marvin Bernard, J.T. but rebounded with three consecu- The Yankees closed the week with of family fun. It will also be a day Snow, Tsuyoshi Shinjo, Dusty Baker, tive victories to get back in the race a 5-4 win over the Cardinals. Isabella when you can help save lives! Tim Worrell, Benito Santiago, Rich for first place in the Westfield Ma- and Burgdorf had key hits. Burgdorf The Jim and Susan Airey ALS Aurilia and many others. Bring your jors baseball League. and Olsen combined on the mound. Fund Committee is sponsoring the family and friends. Everyone is wel- The Yankees swept a twin bill The Mets stayed on top of the Second Annual ALS Fund Softball come. from the Orioles, winning 10-9 in standings with a 6-1 win over the Tournament, a single game elimina- Admission is free! Refreshments the continuation of a previously tied Dodgers. Although the Dodgers tion tournament beginning at 9 a.m. are available! There are lots of ex- game, and followed with an 11-2 started the week with two wins, Games will be played simulta- citement and prizes! win. Matt Isabella doubled and including one over the first-place neously at Brookside Park and Donations to the ALS Therapy Brendan Burgdorf bashed an RBI White Sox, the Mets ended the streak Jerseyland Field in Scotch Plains. Development Foundation will help single to end the extra inning affair. led by Joe Vall Llobera’s league- The Championship Game will take Jim and many others individuals with Burgdorf pitched two scoreless in- leading fourth home run. place at approximately 2:30 p.m. at ALS and their families. Donate at Brookside Park with trophies for the the event or send a check directly to: nings for the win. MAJORS STANDINGS: In the second game, Greg O’Brien first and second place teams. ALS Therapy Foundation (617) (As of May 12) A REAL FAMILY FEUD...Vince Camuto, left, shakes hands with his son Chris Baseball fan, Jim Airey of Scotch 796.8826 broke the game wide open with a TEAM W L T after defeating him for the Westfield Tennis Association Men’s Singles Open grand slam. Justin Olsen hammered Mets 7 2 0 Championship. Vince overcame a 6-2 setback in game one to win set two, 6-4, Plains, long an amateur softball star 44 Glen Avenue, Newton, MA his third homer of the year and White Sox 7 2 0 and set three, 6-3. himself, is battling ALS (Amyo- 02459 or e-mail www.als-tdf.org Yankees 6 3 0 trophic Lateral Sclerosis Disease) as For additional information, please Jimmy Reardon had a two-run Orioles 3 6 0 single. Jared Greene pitched four Cardinals 2 7 0 courageously as did the great Hall of call Jim and Susan Airey at (908) innings and played great defense. Dodgers 2 7 0 Famer, Lou Gehrig. This year’s Tour- 889.4745. Netman Vince Camuto Wins nament, made possible through the generosity of local merchants and several professional baseball teams, Blue Thunder Zaps Holy Trinity School to Host WTA Men’s Singles Open will feature tickets, hats and baseball memorabilia donated by the New Soccer Eagles, 2-0 The Westfield Tennis Association defeated Donald Dohm to reach the York Yankees, the Phillies and the The Blue Thunder of the Scotch 23rd Annual Track Meet opened up the men’s season on May semis. San Francisco Giants for sale and Plains-Fanwood Soccer Association 4-5 at Tamaques Park with an open Warren Siao defeated Alec The Holy Trinity Invitation Track the Athletic Director and Track prizes. Items to be auctioned at the U-11 division totally dominated the singles tournament. Vince Camuto Wasserman, 8-2, in the consolation Piscataway Eagles and won, 2-0, on Meet will be held on Saturday, Coach for many years. prevailed to win the title. bracket. Siao defeated Brian Kender May 18 at Kehler Stadium in May 12. The win avenged an earlier The Holy Trinity team is orga- Vince Camuto advanced to the fi- in the first round and later defeated SP-F Jazz Ground Westfield from 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. nized by Bill Fitzpatrick, Coordi- season loss and put the Thunder’s nals after defeating Alec Wasserman, Jeff Sobel, 7-6, before reaching the record at 5-2. The Thunder also out- One of the longest-running paro- nator, and coaches Andy Muldoon, and Mike Gonnella in the semifinal. consolation finals. Lady Bluehawks, 2-0 chial school track meets in New shot their opponents by the incred- Jerry Livesey, Don Kelly, Jean The other finalist was Vince’s son, Alec Wasserman, a high school The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Jazz Jersey, the annual event will fea- Gilmartin and Joe Cattafe. Over 80 ible margin of 19-1. Chris Camuto, who defeated An- freshman, defeated Sobel in the first girls’ inter-city soccer team blanked Andrew Smith went the distance ture over 300 student-athletes from Holy Trinity students from kinder- drew Levy and Mike McGlynn, be- round and later defeated Kender, 15 area parochial schools. the Montclair Bluehawks, 2-0, on May in goal, but went untested all game as garten through 8th grade partici- fore advancing to the final, winning another high school freshman, fol- 12 in Scotch Plains. Jazz goalkeeper Bill Fitzpatrick, Meet Director, pate. Holy Trinity will seek to de- the defense played extremely well. by default against Gary Wasserman, lowed by Dohm, who had just de- Becky Lundren shutout Montclair in Colin Grimm, Danny Gore, Danny announced that “The 4th Jerry fend its overall and boys team title who sustained an injury. Gary had feated Levy, before reaching the McCabe Team Relay Cup” will be the first half and Jess McGarry did the Rodriguez, Michael Lauricella, Mark this year. earlier defeated Warren Siao in a Consolation finals. same in the second half. run as an all-star 1,600-meter sprint The schedule of events are as Koransky, Marc Fusillo and Michael tough match in a 7-6 tiebreaker. FINALS: Vince Camuto defeated Chris Jazz defenders Katie Van Haasteren Roth completely neutralized their medley relay for both girls and follows: 50-yard fun run, McCabe In the finals, Chris came out strong boys as the first event of the meet. Camuto, 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 and Becca McGuire played outstand- opponents with their alert, physical Relay, 1,600 meters, 800 meters, and won the first set, 6-2. Vince THIRD: Finals: Gary Wasserman de- ing on defense to keep Montclair in The McCabe Team Relay Cup was 400 meters, 160 meter novice, 100 play. found his stroke and won the second feated Mike Gonnella, 8-5 check. The first goal was set up as Meanwhile, Eddie Byron, Joseph inaugurated in 1999 as part of the meters, 200 meters, followed by set, 6-4. The third set was close at CONSOLATION: Warren Siao defeated 20th annual meet celebration. Alec Wasserman, 8-2 Stacey Goldberg moved the ball up Del Prete, Brendan McEvoy, Reid relay races. The public is invited first with a 4-3 score in favor of Vince along the left side and found Bitsy Mr. McCabe, a longtime for fun afternoon and refreshments Miller, Jack Dunphy, Josef Ellis, Greg before he secured the first place tro- PUBLIC NOTICE Kipping open in the middle of the Bencivengo, Matt Bonner and Chris Westfield resident, was instrumen- will be available. phy with a 6-3 final score. tal in the development of the track TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS field. Kipping spotted Lauren Hercel McManus kept up the pressure by For more information, please In the match for third, Wasserman streaking up the right and sent a lead and cross-country programs at Holy NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting constantly attacking the Eagles goal. contact: Bill Fitzpatrick at (908) defeated Gonnella, 8-5. The score pass which Hercel picked up on the Trinity School, where he served as 497-2029 or (908) 232-7229. of the Township Council of the Township of Midway through the second half, was tied at 5-5 before Wasserman Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- fly. In one motion Hercel spun and Dunphy took a pass from McEvoy pulled away. Gonnella had earlier bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- fired a high shot that sailed into the and put the Thunder on the ship on Tuesday, May 14, 2002, there was introduced, read for the first time, and passed left corner of the net. scoreboard. With time winding down SP-F Diamondbacks Rout PUBLIC NOTICE on such first reading, the following ordi- The second goal was scored as and the Thunder wanting to add in- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS nance: Loni Kaye knocked in a rebound. surance to their lead, McEvoy jumped PLANNING BOARD AN ORDINANCE SUPPLE- The Jazz travel to Watchung Hills on a loose ball and put it into the net SP-F Baseball Mets, 20-9 MENTING AND AMENDING this Sunday for their next game. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the CHAPTER XXIII, ZONING, OF for the final score. The Diamondbacks of the Scotch Jones and Bello all stroked hits. Adam Planning Board of the Township of Scotch THE REVISED GENERAL OR- Plains-Fanwood Youth Baseball As- Brous scored four times, including Plains will hold a public hearing on Wednes- DINANCES OF THE TOWN- day, May 29, 2002, at 8:00 p.m. in Council SHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, sociation Major Division evened two thefts of home. Burke also scored Chambers, 430 Park Avenue, to hear the 1978, RE-ZONING BLOCK Westfield Baseball League their record at 4-4 as they topped the four times, while Sette crossed the Waiver of Site Plan application of Michael 4303, LOT 12 FROM THE “B- Mets, 20-9, in a rain-soaked plate three times. Courtney Bifani, Novello, for 2261 South Avenue, Block 8201, 1” ZONE TO THE “P” ZONE Summer Traveling Team Mother’s Day contest. Del Prete and Jones each scored Lot 13, B-2 Zone which proposes the con- Purpose: The property known as Block struction of two second floor apartments 4303, Lot 12 be rezoned from the R20;B- Registration & Tryouts The Mets jumped ahead, 2-0, in twice. Dan Gilman, Dylan over the existing building. The following 1R21” Zone to the “P” zone. the top of the first, but the Diamond- McMahon, and Bello scored one run variances are requested with this applica- A public hearing for same will be held on backs answered to tie it. The Dia- apiece. tion: Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 8:00 p.m. in the Tryouts begin Saturday, 5/4/02 through 5/19/02. mondbacks exploded for 10 runs Defensively, Ryan Ayala, Philip 23-3.11d1-Truck Loading and Unloading Council Chambers of the Municipal Build- Required: Other than Front Yard ing, or any time and place to which a meeting Detailed information as to exact times and over the next two innings, but the Rosenkrantz, Gilman, McMahon and Existing: Front Yard for the further consideration of such ordi- locations for each age group (8’s through 16’s) Mets, refusing to quit, battled back Del Prete all did a solid job in the 23-3.11d2-Buffer nance shall from time to time be adjourned, in the top of the fifth to close the gap outfield. Bifani and Sette turned in Required: 10 feet and all persons interested will be given an can be found by accessing the WBL web site: to 12-9. their usual steady performance at Existing: none opportunity to be heard concerning such www.westfieldnj.com/wbl 23-2.3(1)3-Front Yard Parking ordinance. In the bottom of the fifth, the Dia- first base and catcher, respectively. Allowed: none A copy of same may be obtained from the mondbacks put the game away with Jones, Brous, Bello, and Burke Proposed: 2 spaces office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park eight more runs. Jimmy Burke rounded out the solid D’back infield. All interested persons may be present Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- Registration forms are available at The Westfield Recre- pitched three innings for the win and and be heard. The file pertaining to this tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. ation Department and The Leader Store. Any additional application is in the office of the Planning Mike Bello closed it out over the Monday through Friday by any member of questions, please call the WBL message center at See it all on the Web! Board and is available for public inspection the general public who wants a copy of final two innings. Together they com- during regular office hours. same without cost. 908-233-4767 or contact us via bined to register nine strikeouts. www.goleader.com Barbara Horev BARBARA RIEPE e-mail at [email protected] Joseph Del Prete, Joe Sette, Danny Secretary to the Planning Board Township Clerk 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $27.03 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $34.17

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MOVING/RETIREMENT SALE HELP WANTED Habitat for Humanity Posts Furniture, Fine Art (paintings & School Secretary to the Principal limited editions), Antiques, Col- CLASSIFIEDS in a special education school for lectibles, Crystal, Horse Figu- children with PDD/Autism. Volunteer Drive For Sunday rines, Oriental Rugs, 4 Piece SITUATION WANTED HELP WANTED Secretarial and computer AREA – The Greater Plainfield Through volunteer labor and do- Hand Carved Desk Sets with Stay at home mom looking to Dental Hygienist - Friendly Union experience required. 12 month Habitat for Humanity will hold a nations of money and materials, Marble Tops, Old Samplers, watch one to two older children, in County orthodontic practice is position. Competitive salary, volunteer drive on Sunday, May 19, Habitat builds and renovates houses Large Varied Collection of Qual- my home, between the ages of 5- seeking a PT Dental Hygienist for excellent benefits. Fax resume from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Watchung with the help of future homeowners, ity Books, Aquariums, Dog 12 during the summer starting in Wednesdays. to: (908) 232-6877 or mail to Linda Presbyterian Church, located at 170 who put in 250 to 500 hours of “sweat Crates, Chinchilla Cage and mid-June, one to two days per (908) 322-1883 H. Bradway, Principal, Crossroads Watchung Avenue in North equity.” Habitat houses are sold to Equipment, 12 Piece Picnic week. Currently a member at High- School, 45 Cardinal Drive, Table Set, Riding Lawn Mower, Plainfield. partner families at no profit, financed land Swim club in Scotch plains, WANTED Westfield, NJ, 07090 AA/EOE Habitat for Humanity is a non- with affordable, no-interest mort- Chipper/Shredder, John Deere and have two kids, one and four profit, ecumenical housing ministry gages. Leaf Vac (tow behind) Over- years of age that would love com- Wooden Swing Set HELP WANTED that seeks to eliminate inadequate The Greater Plainfield Habitat for sized Concrete Planters, Gar- pany. Schedules/days/hours flex- Good Condition housing worldwide. Humanity is seeking volunteers to den Equipment and Much, Much Such as Wanna-Play, Rainbow, Nat’l R/E Mgmt firm seeks F/T ible, love kids. Have friendly dogs Admin Asst 9am-5pm M-F. contribute their time and talents in More!!! and cats, will provide lunch, relax- Childlife or Childcraft. PUBLIC NOTICE various capacities. Further informa- Knowledge of MS Word & Excel Friday, 5/17 & Saturday, 5/18 ation and love! Scotch Plains/ Call (908) 233-1324 Req’d. Fax resume & salary TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS tion will be available at the drive 9AM - 5PM, Both Days Westfield area. References. PLANNING BOARD requirements to: 908-709-0337 Sunday or call (908) 769-5292. 124 Stanie Brae Drive Please call (908) 347-1660. OFFICE SUITES AVAILABLE Notice is hereby given that at the Planning Watchung Westfield. Prime location, center Board Meeting of the Township of Scotch PUBLIC NOTICE SITUATION WANTED HELP WANTED Plains held on May 13, 2002, the Board Cash Only, No Early Birds of town, in modern elevator build- adopted a Resolution pertaining to the Final TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Interested in working as a Com- ing. High ceilings, palladian win- Dental Assistant - Union County Major Subdivision application of Northeast NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the FOR RENT puter Tutor to those that know dows. Adj parking and NY trains. orthodontic practice is seeking an Developers, Inc., 2332 Westfield Avenue, regular meeting of the Township Council of WESTFIELD - Oversized 2 car little, if ANYTHING, about their 4,200 sq. ft. to divide. outgoing, energetic FT/PT Dental Block 3502, Lot 4 which was approved on the Township of Scotch Plains held on MAY computers and how to use them! Assistant. Willing to train. April 22, 2002. 14, 2002 the 2002 LOCAL MUNICIPAL garage, ideal for storage. email: [email protected] The file pertaining to this application is in BUDGET OF THE TOWNSHIP OF Immediate availability. Safe, I will attempt to put you at ease ph: (508) 228-3030 (908) 322-1883 the Office of the Planning Board and avail- SCOTCH PLAINS was duly passed on secure location. $295.00/m Call and help you feel more confident able for inspection during business hours. second and final reading. FOR SALE Lori 973-397-3541 or evenings in your computer usage, familiar- HELP WANTED Barbara Horev Barbara Riepe ize you with your software and Harry Devlin signed limited Secretary to the Board Township Clerk 973-540-1671. 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $15.30 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $11.22 teach you how to surf the web with edition art. Westfield series VOLUNTEERS NEEDED NANNY NEEDED FT ease! I also work with digital photo complete set (4). Museum Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad seeks persons willing to PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Must be experienced, loving, software if there are a few of you quality framing by Juxtapose. SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD that need to learn how to use your $1,000. Plus Joseph Dawley train as Emergency Medical reliable & drive. Technicians. No prior exp. BOARD OF EDUCATION Excellent references required. photo programs and scanners. Artwork and John Stobart NOTICE OF AWARD College educated, stay-at-home Artwork. Available at home sale needed. Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req., PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Please call (718) 789-2591 mom with two kids and a desire to on: min. 4 hrs/wk. We offer 24 hr. coverage. Wkday 9am - 1 pm or The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education has awarded the following contracts for HELP WANTED get out there and work again Part- Friday, 5/17 Professional Services pursuant to 18A:18A.5.a.(1). The resolution of award and the contract time! Not a techie, just someone 124 Stanie Brae Drive 1-5pm slots are perfect for par- are available for public inspection at the Office of the Board of Education located at Evergreen with a desire to help those that are Watchung ents of school children. Childcare Avenue and Cedar Street, Scotch Plains from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday: RN/LPN to work PT in reimbursement available! Westfield medical office NOT comfortable on the com- or call (908) 561-1662 Name Service Contract Period Contract Amount puter. Reasonable rates. Scotch leave message Casper Boehm, Jr. Legal Services 7/1/02-6/30/03 $103,464.00 flexible hours. Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. Plains/Westfield area. Please Call 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. Cassetta, Taylor, etc. Negotiating Services 7/1/02-6/30/03 $26,174.00 (908) 232-3330 Barre & Company Auditing Services 7/1/02-6/30/03 $22,360.00 (908) 347-1660 TODAY! GARAGE SALE Call the Recruiting Team at Anthony Del Sordi TUTORING (908) 233-2500 for details Business Administrator/Secretary FLOOR REFINISHING Berkeley Heights - All Church 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $30.60 Experienced Tutor with Applied Wood Garage Sale, Westminster Presbyterian Church (corner of HELP WANTED PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE MA-History Rutgers Univ. will Refinishing & new floors. tutor HS-College students in 900 types of wood. Mountain & Plainfield Aves.) St. Paul’s Nursery School is seek- SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION history and composition. VISA/MC Saturday May 18, 9AM - 3PM ing a NJ certified kindergarten NOTICE OF MEETINGS Rain or Shine teacher, a part time pre-school Call Alex 732-549-2339 908-874-7179 (In Compliance with OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT - Chapter 231) MOVING SALE teacher and a teacher assistant. STORAGE SPACE AVAILABLE KITCHEN SERVICE TECHNICIAN ADDENDUM TO REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS Summit - 175 Canoe Brook Pkwy Please fax resume to: TYPE OF MEETING: Regular Public Meeting 8 FT x 20 FT Containers Seeking experienced kitchen service Friday & Saturday, May 17 & 18 908-232-9723 or mail to: Reasonable Rates tech’s for growing company. We offer 414 E. Broad Street DATE OF MEETING: Monday, May 20, 2002 9AM - 3PM, Numbers given out Westfield - Scotch Plains competitive salary, excellent benefits. 8AM. China, Silver, Appliances, Westfield, 07090 Need good driving record. Send all LOCATION: Administration Building Border Furniture, Linens, Laces, Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street Call (908) 234-0087 inquiries to [email protected] Collectables & Side by Side Fridge HELP WANTED Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 or call (516) 378-1176. Quality Day Camp in Morris GARAGE/YARD SALE MOVING SALE TIME: 6:30 p.m. CLEANING SERVICE County has staff openings in the Westfield - Redeemer School 518 Cory Place, Westfield following areas: Swim (LGT or PURPOSE OF MEETING: The Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. in Executive 229 Cowpertwaite Place, Spring IRMA’S CLEANING SERVICE (off of Raymond St.) WSI), High ropes, Sports, Session to interview candidates. Photography and Roller Hockey. Fair and Tag Sale - large variety FREE ESTIMATES Thursday, Friday, Saturday ACTION TO BE TAKEN: Action will not be taken. 9am-3pm, Saturday, May 18 May 16th - 18th Please call 973-895-3200 or 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $37.23 rain or shine. (201) 997-6345 9AM - 4PM email us at [email protected].

Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to announce the sale of 70 Fulton to announce the sale of 718 Gallows announce the sale of 321 East North announce the sale of 15 Balmiere Park- announce the sale of 210 South Avenue, Street, Clark. The property was Hill Road, Cranford. The property was Avenue, Cranford. The property was way, Cranford. The property was mar- Fanwood. The property was marketed marketed by Elizabeth Bataille and marketed and sold by Ileen Cuccaro. marketed by Mary “Kathy” Collins and keted by Elaine Demyen and sold by by Elizabeth Bataille. sold by Lila Weiner. sold by Michael Buban. Rebecca Wampler.

Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to announce the sale of 9 Trenton Avenue, announce the sale of 216 Spruce Avenue, announce the sale of 247 Oak Tree announce the sale of 339 Raccoon Hol- announce the sale of 2372 Bryant Av- Fanwood. The property was marketed Garwood. The property was marketed Road, Mountainside. The property was low Road, Mountainside. The property enue, Scotch Plains. The property was by Sharon Lies. by Cathy Splinter. marketed by Jacqueline Hamberger and was marketed by Joyce Antone. marketed by Rosemary Dunlap. sold by Anne Sank Davis.

Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased announce the sale of 318 Montague announce the sale of 875 Shackamaxon announce the sale of 7 Aberdeen Road, announce the sale of 656 Lillian Ter- to announce the sale of 519 Trinity Avenue, Scotch Plains. The property Drive, Scotch Plains. The property was Scotch Plains. The property was mar- race, Union. The property was marketed Place, 1CS, Westfield. The property was was marketed by Susan Massa and sold marketed by Patricia Connolly. keted by Faith Maricic. and sold by Anne Sank Davis. marketed by Cynthia Neivert. by Sharon Lies.

Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to Avenue West, Westfield is pleased to announce the sale of 534 Washington announce the sale of 725 Marcellus announce the sale of 923 Columbus announce the sale of 651 Raymond announce the sale of 260 Prospect Street, Westfield. The property was mar- Drive, Westfield. The property was Avenue, Westfield. The property was Street, Westfield. The property was Street, Westfield. The property was mar- keted by Elaine Demyen. marketed by Jocelyne Holden and sold marketed by Joyce Taylor and sold marketed by Warren Rorden and sold keted and sold by Laura Brockway. by Lee Corcoran. by Cathy Splinter. by Elaine Demyen.

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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 16, 2002 Page 17 Historic Preservation Contest Kean ‘Anti-Spam’ Bill Is Extended Through June 1 Passes State Assembly WESTFIELD — The Westfield category of art can be drawings, paint- TRENTON — Legislation that sender and the date and time the Historic Preservation Commission ings, sculptures or any other art form. would protect the New Jersey con- message is sent. has extended the deadline for sub- Art entries can be realistic render- sumer from junk e-mail was approved Messages that include explicit missions to its youth contest, in cel- ings of buildings, monuments or on May 6 by the General Assembly. sexual material must include the ab- ebration of Historic Preservation homes in Westfield. These entries can The measure, sponsored by As- breviation “ADV:ADLT” in the mes- Week, until Saturday, June 1. Chil- also be imaginative interpretations. semblyman Thomas H. Kean, Jr., (R- sage line of the e-mail. In addition, dren and teenagers are invited to Creative writing submissions 21), would place strict limitations on the bill states that the sender must submit essays, works of art and cre- should be original short stories or the widespread practice of sending immediately discontinue unsolicited ative writing that address the topic, poetry. unsolicited, commercial e-mail mes- e-mail to any individual who re- “Why Do We Want to Preserve Simultaneous submissions to all sages. quests that they not receive such Westfield’s Architectural History?” three categories of essay, art and “Junk e-mail is not only a nui- messages. and “What Do We Want to Preserve?” creative writing are permitted. All sance, it also costs consumers time Senders who do not comply within Three age levels will be consid- contest entries should be sent to the and money. This legislation will put 30 days of the request will face pen- ered, including elementary school, Westfield Historic Preservation Com- an end to the practice of sending alties as defined through the state’s intermediate school and high school. mission, in care of Claire Gray, unsolicited, commercial e-mail, com- Consumer Fraud Act. The bill also Special prizes will be awarded for Westfield Municipal Building, 425 monly referred to as ‘spam,’ when prohibits the selling of a recipient’s each category and age group and all East Broad Street, Westfield 07090. the recipient has not specifically con- electronic mail address for commer- entrants will receive a token prize. Winners will receive their awards A TOP AWARD...Kim Haley, right, receives top award from Maureen Passerini, sented to its receipt from the sender,” cial purposes. Submissions under the category of at the Harry Devlin Commendation President of Coldwell Banker of New Jersey and Rockland County. said Assemblyman Kean. “This bill will not infringe on the “Eighteen other states have already “essay” should be expository writing Award Ceremony in June. The event A Paid Bulletin Board Service right of legitimate companies to con- of any length. Submissions under the will be televised on TV-36. enacted laws regulating unwanted duct business over the Internet. It commercial e-mail. It is time for will, however, stop receipt of un- Realtor Kim Haley Receives New Jersey to move forward on leg- wanted and bothersome e-mail ads islation that will put the power of the by persons while using the Internet,” Free Rabies Is Scheduled Internet back into the hands of the commented Assemblyman Kean. Coldwell Banker Top Awards private citizen,” said Assemblyman “While the Internet has become Kean. the new way to market products and In Scotch Plains May 22 WESTFIELD – Realtor Kim Haley of Coldwell Banker was named a The legislation, A-406, would re- services, little has been done to regu- member of the International President’s Premier Club for 2001. She is one quire the sender of an unsolicited late the problem of unsolicited ad- SCOTCH PLAINS — A free Ra- For dogs, revaccination is not nec- of 17 of 3,000 associates in New Jersey and Rockland County to receive the commercial e-mail message to in- vertisements,” he added. bies Clinic for cats and dogs, spon- essary for three years unless the ani- company award. For the second straight year, Kim was number 1 in Buyer clude “ADV,” the abbreviation for A-406 has now been referred to sored by the Scotch Plains Health mal is under six months of age, thus Controlled Sales in the Westfield office. She was the office’s January Sales advertisement, in the subject line of the Senate Commerce Committee Department, will be held on Wednes- requiring revaccination the subse- Associate of the Month. Westfield is the top office of the company in the the message, as well as the name, for consideration. day, May 22, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. quent year (or, if the animal’s vacci- region. mailing address, telephone number at the south side firehouse, located at nation history is unknown). Dogs In her four years in the business, Kim has listed and sold more than $52 and return e-mail address of the PUBLIC NOTICE the corner of Raritan Road and Martine will be vaccinated between 7:30 and million of real estate. She is in the top 1 per cent of the associates and is an Avenue in Scotch Plains. Both dogs 8:30 p.m. International President’s Elite member for the company. She achieved PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, and cats must be accompanied by an Dog licenses for 2002 will be avail- NJAR Million Dollar Club Gold level for 1998, 2000 and 2001. SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, adult able to control the animal. able at the clinic: $6.20 if spayed or Michael Scott, Manager of the Westfield office, describes her achievements SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DOCKET NO. F-14041-01 Cats must be contained in a “cat neutered, $9.20 if not. as, “a reflection of her dedication to satisfying the needs of her customers CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, BANK ONE, NATIONAL ASSOCIA- carrier” or a box. If this is the animal’s The New Jersey Department of and commitment to continually improving people’s home buying DOCKET NO. F-17850-01 TION, AS TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, DAVID L. MITCHELL, ET ALS., DEFEN- initial vaccination (which includes Health recommends vaccination ev- experiences.” N.A., AS TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. DANT. those animals with an unknown vac- ery two years and a license will not Kim Haley may be contacted by telephone at (908) 233-5555 or by email JAMES MACK, DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, cination history), the inoculation has be issued by the township unless the at [email protected]. Her website is www.kimhaley.com. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED JANUARY 14, 2002 FOR SALE a one-year duration. vaccination is valid for the entire DATED FEBRUARY 14, 2002 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Subsequent booster vaccinations licensing period. For further infor- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale have a three-year duration if the mation, please call (908) 322-6700, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 animal is age six months or older. extension no. 1-309. SHERIFF’S SALE BOROUGH OF KENILWORTH ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Cats will be vaccinated from 6:30 to SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, TAKE NOTICE THAT AN EXPANSION Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, 7:30 p.m. PUBLIC NOTICE OF PREMISE APPLICATION HAS BEEN sey on WEDNESDAY THE 12TH DAY OF MAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- DOCKET NO. F-487-00 MADE TO MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF JUNE A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- noon of said day. All successful bidders UNION COUNTY BOARD AVSTAR MORTGAGE CORPORA- PUBLIC NOTICE KENILWORTH TO TRANSFER TO EJ’S noon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their bid available in cash OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS TION, PLAINTIFF vs. ROBERT TORRES GRILLE, INC., TRADING AS EJ’S must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the SHERIFF’S SALE NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD AND MRS. ROBERT TORRES, HIS WIFE; GRILLE FOR PREMISES LOCATED AT or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Date Adopted: May 9, 2002 DOMINGO FUENTES, ET ALS., DEFEN- 651 NORTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, sales. The judgment amount is EIGHTY THOU- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Public Notice is hereby given that the DANT. KENILWORTH, NEW JERSEY THE RE- The judgment amount is NINTY ONE SAND ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY TWO & DOCKET NO. F-3882-98 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, TAIL LICENSE NO. 2008-33-006-003. THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED TWENTY 04/100 ($80,132.04). NORWEST MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- ers has awarded a contract without com- DATED JULY 5, 2000 FOR SALE OF OBJECTIONS IF ANY SHOULD BE FOUR & 11/100 ($91,524.11). The property to be sold is located in the TIFF vs. NOEL NEGRON, ET ALS., DE- petitive bidding as a professional service or MORTGAGED PREMISES. MADE IN WRITING TO: HEDY LIPKE, The property to be sold is located in the CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY FENDANT. extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- BOROUGH CLERK, BOROUGH OF city of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New 07201, County of UNION and State of New CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale KENILWORTH, 567 BOULEVARD, Jersey. Jersey. DATED DECEMBER 27, 2000 FOR SALE tract and the resolution authorizing it is by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- KENILWORTH, NEW JERSEY 07033. Commonly known as: 300 Court Street, Commonly known as: 1059 WILLIAM OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. available for public inspection in the Office ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 STOCKHOLDER: EUGENE M. LORD Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201 STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- of the Clerk of the Board. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- 1283 ROUTE 22 Tax Lot No. 64 in Block 41 07201. ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale sey on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF RESOLUTION NO. 530-2002 MOUNTAINSIDE, NEW JERSEY 07092 Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 25 Tax Lot No. 1383 in Block No. 9 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- MAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- (Amending Resolution 788-01) 2 T – 5/9 feet wide by 100 feet long Dimension of Lot: approximately 25.00 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 noon of said day. All successful bidders AWARDED TO: Gerry Cooney, 370 North & 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $36.72 Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the in- feet wide by 100.00 feet long. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- must have 20% of their bid available in cash Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey tersection of the westerly side of Court Street Nearest Cross Street: Catherine Street sey on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF or certified check at the conclusion of the SERVICES: To provide boxing clinics PUBLIC NOTICE and the northerly side of Third Street. Situated at a point on the northeasterly MAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- sales. and substance abuse workshops for at risk There is due approximately the sum of sideline of William Street distance approxi- noon of said day. All successful bidders The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS adolescents and their families at no addi- ONE-HUNDRED TWO THOUSAND mately 175 feet northwesterly from its inter- must have 20% of their bid available in cash FORTY FOUR THOUSAND NINTY FIVE tional dollars. At a regular meeting of the Township SEVEN-HUNDRED SEVENTY TWO & section with the northwesterly sideline of or certified check at the conclusion of the & 48/100 ($144,095.48). PERIOD: extending the date only through Council of the Township of Scotch Plains 80/100 ($102,772.80) together with lawful Catherine Street. sales. The property to be sold is located in the 6/30/02. held on May 14, 2002 the following decision interest and costs. There is due approximately the sum of City of Elizabeth, County of Union and States The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED M. Elizabeth Genievich was rendered: There is a full legal description on file in EIGHTY SIX THOUSAND TWO-HUN- NINE THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED SEV- of New Jersey. Clerk of the Board Granted permission to the application for the Union County Sheriff’s Office. DRED THIRTEEN & 18/100 ($86,213.18) ENTY EIGHT & 01/100 ($109,678.01). It is commonly known as 155-157 West- 1 T – 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $23.46 a Special Use Permit for F.D.L.A., Inc., d/b/ The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn together with lawful interest and costs. field Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey. Property to be sold is located in the City a Mezzogiorno (Ristaurante) also known as this sale. There is a full legal description on file in of Elizabeth, County of Union and State It is known and designated as Block 450 Park Ave., Block 1105, Lot 2, B-2 zone, RALPH FROEHLICH the Union County Sheriff’s Office. of New Jersey. PUBLIC NOTICE “Ward” 13, Lot “Acct” 1573. for Permission to have outdoor seating as SHERIFF The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Premises commonly known as 440 The dimensions are approximately 35.62 UNION COUNTY BOARD noted on their application subject to: ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN this sale. Marshall Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey feet wide by 182.71 feet long. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS 1. There would be no adverse effect on ATTORNEYS RALPH FROEHLICH 07201. Nearest cross street: Situate on the north- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD pedestrian traffic or impediments in side- 1139 Spruce Drive SHERIFF BEING KNOWN as LOT 931-W05, erly line of Westfield Avenue, 101.50 feet Date Adopted: May 9, 2002 walk area. PO Box 1024 FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. BLOCK 5, on the official Tax Map of the from the easterly line of Clinton Street. Public Notice is hereby given that the 2. All the tables and chairs will be brought Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 Suite 201 City of Elizabeth. Prior lien(s): Subject to unpaid taxes and Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- in every night after closing for the remainder 1-900-233-8500 7 Century Drive Dimensions: 25.00 feet x 100.00 feet x municipal liens. Amount due will be an- ers has awarded a contract without com- of the year 2002. FILE NO: XCZ 47573 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 25.00 feet x 100.00 feet nounced at the Sheriff’s Sale or is available petitive bidding as a professional service or Barbara Riepe CH-756576 - (WL) CH-756537 - (WL) Nearest Cross Street: Fifth Street upon written request to plaintiff’s attorneys. extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- Township Clerk 4 T - 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09 Subject to unpaid taxes, assessments, There is due approximately the sum of ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $18.36 & 6/6/02 Fee: $187.68 & 05/16/02 Fee: $193.80 water and sewer liens. ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE THOU- tract and the resolution authorizing it is There is due approximately the sum of SAND EIGHT-HUNDRED TWENTY available for public inspection in the Office ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY SIX THOUSAND FOUR & 88/100 ($181,824.88) together of the Clerk of the Board. SIXTY TWO & 15/100 ($156,062.15) to- with lawful interest and costs. NEW WESTFIELD LISTING gether with lawful interest and costs. RESOLUTION NO. 535-2002 There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in (Amending Resolution 371-2002) the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. AWARDED TO: Epicare, Inc., 111 Lane The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Avenue, West Caldwell, New Jersey this sale. this sale. SERVICES: For a 24-day course of train- RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH ing for staff that have been hired to work on SHERIFF SHERIFF the new Psychiatric Unit and require spe- STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBURG, FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. cialty training in psychiatric nursing. NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LLP Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza PERIOD: 11/1/01 - 9/30/02 Suite 300 216 Haddon Avenue COST: In an additional amount of $36,000, 293 Eisenhower Parkway Westmont, New Jersey 08108 for a new total contract amount of $67,900 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 CH-755017 - (WL) M. Elizabeth Genievich CH-755449 - (WL) 4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09 Clerk of the Board 4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09 & 05/16/02 Fee: $183.60 1 T – 5/16/02, The Leader Fee: $23.97 & 05/16/02 Fee: $204.00 Mary McEnerney, CRS, GRI

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All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prices subject to change. © 2001 Coldwell Banker Corporation. Coldwell Banker ® is a registered trademark of 600 North Ave., Westfield NJ 07090 Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Independently owned and operated by NRT, Incorporated. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, May 16, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Retirement Dinner on Tap Student Poll Workers Bill To Honor Stan Kaslusky Clears Full Assembly WESTFIELD — A retirement din- Clark Street location, plus area TRENTON — Legislation that to submit a written statement signed ner to honor Stan Kaslusky, Execu- schools and church facilities in town. would enable 16- and 17-year-olds by their parents or guardians, giving tive Director of the Westfield Y, will In addition, the Y formed the Family to become election poll workers them permission to serve as poll be held on Thursday, June 6, at 6:30 Life department, which runs classes cleared the full Assembly on Mon- workers. p.m. at The Westwood in Garwood. and seminars on parenting and day and now heads to the State Sen- Also, applicants would be required Mr. Kaslusky has been the Execu- children’s issues. ate for consideration. to get written permission from their tive Director of the Y since 1983 and Programs were also developed at Assemblyman Thomas H. Kean, school in case poll worker training or has served the national YMCA orga- the Westfield Y to address the chang- Jr. (R-21) said the intent of his legis- elections are held during school nization for the past 34 years. ing needs of the community: the lation, A-415, is to increase the num- hours. During his tenure, he was instru- five-year commitment to First Night, ber of available poll workers while The legislation is supported by the mental in merging the YMCA and the the Family Life Program, the Black peaking the interest of high school Division of Elections, the New Jer- YWCA in Westfield to become the Achievers Program and mentoring students to get involved in the elec- sey Association of Election Officials Westfield Y, which offers a variety of and support programs for all ages. toral process. and the Camden Board of programs geared toward the needs of Since 1983, Westfield Y member- “This legislation addresses the Elections. the community and family life issues. ship has grown from 3,000 to over well-known shortage of poll workers Assemblyman Kean said this mea- He began the childcare program, 9,000 members. during elections, while also famil- sure should be part of an ongoing which provides care for children from Besides his position with the Y, iarizing our young people with de- effort to educate school-aged chil- one year old through intermediate Mr. Kaslusky served as President of SPECIAL VISITOR…Captain Jim Morgan of the New York City Fire Depart- mocracy in action,” he stated. dren on the electoral process, so that school. the Rotary Club of Westfield and as ment recently visited Holy Trinity Elementary School in Westfield. Captain “By extending the opportunity to more youth exercise their right to vote The Y provides care for approxi- a board member of the Westfield Morgan was one of the hundreds of firefighters who responded to the World serve as poll workers, it is my belief upon reaching their 18th birthday. mately 600 children per day at its Area Chamber of Commerce. Trade Center disaster on September 11. He is pictured with his nephews, from that our high school seniors will de- If enacted into law, New Jersey Anyone interested in attending the PUBLIC NOTICE left, Jack, a student at Holy Trinity, and Owen Colwell. velop a better appreciation of civic would become the 11th state to per- celebration may call Kathy Dawson at responsibility and share what they’ve mit high school students to serve as SHERIFF’S SALE (908) 233-2700, extension no. 225, learned with their peers,” he added. poll workers. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday Steel Joist Institute Elects The legislator also noted that his Identical legislation sponsored by CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, through Friday, for more information. DOCKET NO. F-17285-01 bill will help increase the pool of Senator Richard H. Bagger, S-1366, FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE Timothy Day As New President Board of Election workers that has is currently before the Senate State ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF vs. LIGIA PUBLIC NOTICE been on the decline in recent years. Government Committee. RUA, DEFENDANT. AREA...Mr. Timothy Day, a resi- Adults affiliated with either the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SHERIFF’S SALE Republican or Democratic Parties DATED FEBRUARY 8, 2002 FOR SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, dent of Westfield, has been named Ground Zero Nursing OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, President of the Steel Joist Institute. would be chosen for poll workers’ By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- DOCKET NO. F-10134-99 The industry association is head- slots first. Remaining openings would To be LEARN Topic ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale FIRST UNION MORTGAGE CORP., quartered in Myrtle Beach, SC. be filled by persons unaffiliated with by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- PLAINTIFF vs. JOSEPH L. PIERRE- SCOTCH PLAINS – On Mon- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 LOUIS, ET ALS., DEFENDANT. Mr. Day has more than 18 years of either of the two political parties. day, May 20, the League for the Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, experience in the steel industry and Sixteen- and 17-year-olds would Educational Advancement of Reg- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 5TH DAY OF DATED JUNE 26, 2001 FOR SALE OF is Vice President of Sales for New be considered unaffiliated under the istered Nurses (LEARN) will JUNE A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- MORTGAGED PREMISES. Columbia Joist Co. in Summit, NJ. legislation, and as such, would never noon of said day. All successful bidders By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- present “Disaster Nursing at must have 20% of their bid available in cash ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale The Steel Joist Institute works with constitute a majority of workers in a Ground Zero” at 7:45 p.m. at the or certified check at the conclusion of the by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- building code bodies throughout the polling place. Parish House of All Saints’ Epis- sales. ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 country to develop regulations for In addition to being at least 16 The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- copal Church, 559 Park Avenue in steel joists and joist girders. It is a years of age, the legislation would Scotch Plains. FIVE THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED sey on WEDNESDAY THE 12TH DAY OF not-for-profit organization. require poll workers to be United EIGHTY FOUR & 52/100 ($105,584.52). JUNE A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- CONGRATULATIONS…Tim Day of Elizabeth D. Figlio, a member The property to be sold is located in the noon of said day. All successful bidders Westfield has been named President States citizens and enrolled in high of the New Jersey Disaster Medi- CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of must have 20% of their bid available in cash of the Steel Joist Institute. school. UNION, and the State of New Jersey. or certified check at the conclusion of the PUBLIC NOTICE cal Assistance Team, will be the Assemblyman Kean also noted the guest speaker. On September 11, Tax LOT 46A BLOCK 1 sales. SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE legislation instituted a number of COMMONLY KNOWN AS 138 CLARK The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, she participated in setting up the PLACE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY THIRTY ONE THOUSAND TWO-HUN- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE safeguards appropriate for younger triage and treatment center at 07206 DRED EIGHTY NINE & 02/100 DOCKET NO. F-17394-00 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, poll workers. Applicants would have Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) ($131,289.02). Ground Zero. DELTA FUNDING CORPORATION, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, LEARN, a not-for-profit profes- 100.0 feet wide by 17.5 feet long. Property to be sold is located in the City PLAINTIFF vs. THERESA ZAMBUJO, ET DOCKET NO. F-16224-00 PUBLIC NOTICE Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the of Elizabeth, County of Union and State AL., DEFENDANT. FIRST TRUST OF CALIFORNIA NA- sional organization, provides con- SOUTHWESTERLY side of CLARK of New Jersey CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, TIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE SHERIFF’S SALE tinuing education for New Jersey PLACE, 498.07 feet from the NORTH- Premises commonly known as 138 Smith DATED MARCH 20, 2001 FOR SALE OF UNDER THE POOLING AND SERVIC- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, registered nurses. Contact hours WESTERLY side of FIRST STREET. Street, Elizabeth New Jersey 07201 MORTGAGED PREMISES. ING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, THE SALE IS SUBJECT TO UNPAID BEING KNOWN as LOT 1178, BLOCK By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- MARCH 1, 1993, PLAINTIFF vs. HENRY DOCKET NO. F-4583-00 are approved by the New Jersey TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS, TAX, 7, on the official Tax Map of the City of ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale KATRUS AND MARINALVA KATRUS, BANK OF AMERICA, PLAINTIFF vs. State Nurses Association. WATER AND SEWER LIENS AND OTHER Elizabeth by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- HUSBAND AND WIFE, ET. ALS., DE- RAYMOND JOHN MILLER, JR., ET ALS., The public is welcome to attend. MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS. THE Dimensions: 25.00 feet x 125.00 feet x ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 FENDANT. DEFENDANT. There is a $10 guest fee per pro- AMOUNT DUE CAN BE OBTAINED 25.00 feet x 125.00 feet. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, FROM THE LOCAL TAXING AUTHOR- Nearest Cross Street: Lafayette Street sey on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF DATED DECEMBER 7, 2001 FOR SALE DATED JANUARY 17, 2002 FOR SALE gram. For more information, please ITY. Subject to unpaid taxes, assessments, MAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. call (908) 754-9499 or (908) 272- There is due approximately the sum of water and sewer liens noon of said day. All successful bidders By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- 7239 or write to LEARN, P.O. Box ONE-HUNDRED FOURTEEN THOU- There is due approximately the sum of must have 20% of their bid available in cash ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale 6, Scotch Plains 07076. SAND FOUR-HUNDRED THIRTY NINE ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY TWO THOU- or certified check at the conclusion of the by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- & 72/100 ($114,439.72) together with lawful SAND FIVE-HUNDRED SIXTY SEVEN & sales. ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 interest and costs. 31/100 ($152,567.31) together with lawful The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- PUBLIC NOTICE There is a full legal description on file in interest and costs. THIRTY FOUR THOUSAND EIGHT-HUN- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF sey on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in DRED EIGHTY TWO & 17/100 MAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- MAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. ($134,882.17). noon of said day. All successful bidders noon of said day. All successful bidders THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth must have 20% of their bid available in cash must have 20% of their bid available in cash RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. COUNTY: UNION, STATE OF NEW or certified check at the conclusion of the or certified check at the conclusion of the CONTRACTOR: Employment Prac- SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH JERSEY sales. sales. tices Solutions, 57 Union Place, Suite SHAPIRO & DIAZ, LLP SHERIFF STREET & STREET NO. 229 Clark Place The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- The judgment amount is NINTY ONE 204, Summit, New Jersey 07901 ATTORNEYS AT LAW FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 1, LOT: DRED NINE THOUSAND FIVE-HUN- THOUSAND FOUR-HUNDRED THIRTY NATURE OF SERVICE: To conduct an Suite J Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza 31 DRED FIFTY SIX & 71/100 ($209,556.71). FOUR & 45/100 ($91,434.45). in depth review of various employment policy 406 Lippincott Drive 216 Haddon Avenue DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100 feet x 25 REAL ESTATE TAX DISCLOSURE The property to be sold is located in the practices within certain Township Depart- Marlton, New Jersey 08053 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 feet If designated below, there are liens in the city of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New ments. CH-756550 - (WL) CH-756106 - (WL) NEAREST CROSS STREET: 350 feet estimated sum as specified below. Plaintiff Jersey. DURATION: As needed. 4 T - 5/9, 5/16, 5/23 4 T - 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 from Second Street advises that the municipal tax office should Commonly known as: 10 Stewart Place, AMOUNT: Not to exceed $12,500. (billed & 5/30/02 Fee: $210.12 & 6/6/02 Fee: $187.68 SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE be contacted to obtain any additional tax Elizabeth, New Jersey 07202 at the rate of $225. per hour plus usual and There is due approximately the sum of amounts that may be due. Tax Lot No. 1395 in Block 6 reasonable costs of said action pursuant to ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY THREE THOU- 1. Taxes: $1,843.49 - first quarter, year Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 16.50 a scope of services contract dated 2/7/02.) SAND FIVE-HUNDRED FIFTY EIGHT & 2002 feet wide by 113.71 feet long THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT We’ll Buy Your Westfield Home . 58/100 ($153,558.58) together with lawful CONCISE DESCRIPTION Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OF- interest and costs. 1. The property to be sold is commonly erly sideline of Stewart Place 117.97 feet FICE OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. There is a full legal description on file in known as: 1053-1055 Cross Avenue, Eliza- from the westerly sideline of Washington Barbara Riepe If you have what we’re looking for, let’s both save some trouble and the Union County Sheriff’s Office. beth, New Jersey 07208. Avenue. Township Clerk expense by working together directly! The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn 2. Tax Block No.: 11, Lot No.: 220.A There is due approximately the sum of 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $19.38 this sale. 3. Dimensions of Lot: 122.50 x 48.00 ONE-HUNDRED TWO THOUSAND We seek a Victorian or pre-war Colonial, on the South side or near RALPH FROEHLICH 4. Nearest cross street: Virginia Street. ONE-HUNDRED SIXTEEN & 01/100 PUBLIC NOTICE town on the North side. We need 5 BR, 3 Baths or potential for that, SHERIFF There is due approximately the sum of ($102,116.01) together with lawful interest and 2 car garage. We’ll consider homes in any condition. WILLIAM M.E. POWERS JR. TWO-HUNDRED THIRTY THREE THOU- and costs. NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT CHARTERED SAND FOUR-HUNDRED NINTY TWO & There is a full legal description on file in FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY We’re aware of Westfield values; we’re qualified to pay a fair price. 737 Stokes Road 30/100 ($233,492.30) together with lawful the Union County Sheriff’s Office. THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS We want to be in by the first day of school. PO Box 1088 interest and costs. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn CONTRACTOR: EKA ASSOCIATES, Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 There is a full legal description on file in this sale. If you wish to sell your home and it is suitable, please call Nancy at P.A., 1765 East Second Street, P.O. Box CH-755919 - (WL) the Union County Sheriff’s Office. RALPH FROEHLICH 208, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 732-548-3781. Principals only please. 4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SHERIFF NATURE OF SERVICE: To continue to & 05/16/02 Fee: $183.60 this sale. ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN retain EKA Associates, P.A. for the Reno- RALPH FROEHLICH ATTORNEYS vation, Repair and Remediation to property SHERIFF 1139 Spruce Drive commonly known as “Kramer Manor Park”. HUBSCHMAN & ROMAN PO BOX 1024 DURATION: As needed. ATTORNEYS AT LAW Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 AMOUNT: Not to exceed $64,000. (shall 318 Bergen Boulevard 1-908-233-8500 include work previously performed during Palisades Park, New Jersey 07650 FILE NO. XWZ L 47260 the years 2001 and continuing into 2002). OLDWELL ANKER CH-756540 - (WL) CH-756531 - (WL) THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT C B 4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09 4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09 FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OF- & & 05/16/02 Fee: $206.04 & 05/16/02 Fee: $189.72 FICE OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. E XPERIENCE, TRUST, RELIABILITY S ERVICE Barbara Riepe Township Clerk 1 T - 5/16/02, The Times Fee: $18.36 Look carefully. PUBLIC NOTICE UNDER CONTRACT SHERIFF’S SALE UNDER CONTRACT SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Your new home DOCKET NO. F-2159-01 WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. DALTO A. may be here. MONCADA, ET AL., DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED JUNE 26, 2001 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Fanwood $295,000 Westfield $349,900 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 New Listing! Spread out in this spacious 4 + Bedroom 2 full New Listing! Wonderful 4 Bedroom 2 full bath Colonial Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Bath expanded Cape featuring a Living Room; Formal Dining featuring and Entrance Hall beautifully appointed w/ natural sey on WEDNESDAY THE 5TH DAY OF Room; Eat-In Kitchen; w/new cabinets and appliances; first woodwork, leading to a Living Room flanked by columns; JUNE A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after- floor Family Room; large unfinished basement and 1 car Formal Dining Room w/ French Doors; Large Kitchen w/ noon of said day. All successful bidders garage. Walk to School One. WSF6345 pantry; fabulous first floor Family Room; large Basement w/ 2 must have 20% of their bid available in cash finished rooms and additional bath; & more! WSF6375 or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY TWO THOUSAND FIVE-HUN- DRED SIXTY THREE & 95/100 ($132,563.95). The property to be sold is located in the city of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New Jersey. Commonly known as: 59-61 Elmora Av- enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07202 Tax Lot No. 443 W13 in Block 13 Dimensions of Lot: (approximately) 45 feet wide by 100 feet long Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the north- NEED ADDITIONAL SPACE. . . westerly sideline of Murray Street with the northeasterly sideline of Elmora Avenue. Westfield- Spacious Colonial Split features three Bed- There is due approximately the sum of rooms, 2.2 Baths, gunite inground pool, large screened ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY ONE THOUSAND Westfield $385,000 Westfield $519,900 porch, hardwood floors, plus 7 room (880 sq. ft.) office TWO-HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE & 23/100 New Listing! Mint condition Cape Cod featuring a Living New Construction! Two 3000 +/- square foot Colonials to be ($151,281.23) together with lawful interest Room w/ gleaming hardwood floors; large Eat-In Kitchen; first built in Manor Park. Including a Living Room; Dining suite for doctor’s use, in-law’s or home office. Convenient and costs. There is a full legal description on file in floor Family Room; 3 Bedrooms; 2 beautifully updated Baths; Room;Family Room; Kitchen w/ granite counters; 4 Bed- Northside cul-de-sac location. $529,000. first floor Mud/Laundry Room; & finished basement w/ Media rooms; 2 ½ Baths; Recreation Room; 2 car attached garage and the Union County Sheriff’s Office. / Recreation Room. Convenient to schools, town and NYC more. Call to see the plans. WSF6229 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn transportation. WSF6393 TAKE A VIRTUAL OFFICE this sale. TOUR ON WEBSITE. RALPH FROEHLICH FRANK D. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 16, 2002 Page 19 Rising From Ash, Freedom Manages to Ring At New National Landmark of Ground Zero By MARYLOU MORANO most historic and revered sites have We took a train out of Edison’s Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times been the destina- Metropark Station, NEW YORK -- Our nation’s Capi- tions for our fam- which brought us di- tol Building in Washington, D.C. ily vacations. This Home FirFirHome eseses::: rectly into New York’s WAA Painting Demonstration Plymouth Rock. The Old Bridge in year, during the Penn Station. Purchas- school’s spring Prose, Art, Essays on Operation ing Metro Cards for $4 Concord, Mass., where, from our Enduring Freedom fledgling nation, the first shots for break, we visited each gave us unlimited To Feature Three Member Artists freedom rang out and were heard our country’s use of subways and buses around the world. newest landmark for one day. WESTFIELD — Another multi- different situation, that is, lake or stream – Ground Zero. We took the No. 1 subway down- artists painting demonstration will be water, rushing ocean water, and still Over the years, some of America’s held at the Westfield Art Association’s water in a clear glass container. All town and got off at the Fulton Street (WAA) Sunday, May 19, meeting in three artists are members of the WAA. exit. Turning east, we walked a few the Community Room of the Westfield Attendees will be encouraged to walk short blocks to the South Street Sea- Municipal Building at 425 East Broad around for a close-up look at what’s being port, where we stood in line for 45 Get Outta Street from 2 to 4 p.m. created, and they will be able to question minutes to be issued tickets for the The theme for the day is “Water, the artists while they are painting. viewing platform. It was a little after Water Everywhere” and it will be de- The meeting is free and open to the 11 a.m. Our tickets were for 1 p.m. picted in Acrylics by Robert Loder, in public. The Community Room is handi- We window-shopped our way back The House Oil Paints by Audrey Wreszin, and in capped accessible. For more informa- up Fulton Street. I stopped a friendly- By CAROL F. DAVIS Watercolor by Jean McCullough. tion, please call Tobia Meyers at (908) looking policewoman who told me Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Each artist will portray water in a 687-2945. that the exact place where we were A pre-concert lecture, followed standing had been covered with six by a performance of Tthe Choral inches of dust and ash on 9-11. Arts Society of New Jersey, Inc., County Photo Show to Include “That dust cloud swept right down will begin at 7 p.m. on Saturday, this street and didn’t stop until it hit May 18, at The Presbyterian Artists from Westfield, Fanwood the East River,” she told me. I closed Church in Westfield. The program Artists from Westfield, Fanwood my eyes and tried to envision what it will feature two pieces spanning COUNTY – Anthony Riccio, Jr. County Administration Building, must have been like to be standing in more than a century of composi- of Westfield and Judith Neff of Elizabethtown Plaza, Rahway Av- that spot on the very day the towers tion: Poulenc’s Gloria and Fanwood will be two of eight pho- enue in Elizabeth. fell. Beethoven’s Mass in C Major. Tick- tographers from Union County to Riccio is a member of the Westfield We had lunch at a little Italian ets, available at the door, are $15 have their work displayed until Fri- Art Association and the Cranford/ Marylou Morano for The Westfield Leader and The Times restaurant that had been closed for for general admission, and $10 for day, May 31, in the First Annual Millburn Camera Club. AFTERMATH OF DESTRUCTION...Marylou Morano, Book Reviewer and weeks after the tragedy. We suc- Union County Photo Show. Also a member of the Cranford/ Features Correspondent, visited Ground Zero and found it to be the latest seniors and students. If you cannot tourist attraction for spring breakers. cumbed to the street vendors hawk- make the lecture (by Dr. John The exhibit of 23 photographs will Millburn Camera Club, Neff is a ing, for $10, plastic photo albums of Sichel, Composer in Residence of be on display from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in member of the New Jersey Outdoor color-copied pictures featuring some the New Philharmonic of New Jer- the Freeholders Gallery at the Union Women’s League. of the most searing images of 9-11. sey), the music starts at 8 p.m. We crossed over Broadway before taking our place in line for the view- * * * * * My Take on It Through May 26, treat yourself ing platform, we walked around the to a bagel and a show. An art show, With Kerrianne Spellman Cort block. Broadway to Vessey Street, a that is. Local artist Ellen Angelastro left onto Church Street, then another is showing her oils and pastels at Comfort Is Found As Everything left onto Liberty Street. All of these Fanwood Bagels, 32 South Martine places, famous in their own right for Avenue. “Faces: Real and Imag- Old Becomes New Again on TV their location in the Wall Street area, ined,” features 17 works in made headlines last September be- By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT to life do not lie in a Tony Hawk cause they fell into the “Red Zone.” Angelastro’s own conceptual style Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times video game. Yes, old TV programs All of what we saw and did on our called “Mind Art.” It is based on FANWOOD – Several months may seem obsolete at times, but the unconscious interaction of trip to Ground Zero was emotional ago, I had written an article about they are simultaneously comforting and moving. As we walked the area, thought, memory, personality, and the increasing popularity of net- and safe. dreams. Finally, like some forms I was astounded by the volume of works such as Nick at Nite, The tributes to those lost which were of analysis, this style considers the Game Show Channel and interpretation of the viewer to be American Movie Classics. displayed on the black wrought iron just as valid as the actual piece. With the plethora of viewing fence of St. Paul’s Chapel. There will be a reception on Sun- options we have today, it Thousands of T-shirts, hats, pic- day, May 19, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. seemed odd, but somewhat tures and mementos of those lost. Do you want cream cheese or but- heartwarming, that folks would Banners that came from every part of ter with that? rather tune in to old “Brady the country and several corners of WESTFIELD PHOTOGRAPHER...Anthony Riccio, Jr. of Westfield will dis- Bunch” reruns than watch Buffy the world offered condolences and * * * * * play his photography during the exhibition sponsored by the Freeholders promised unity. Cards made by school Gallery of the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders in Elizabeth through slay another hapless vampire Another area artist will be fea- or to witness yet another un- children near and far thanked those tured tonight, May 15, at 8 p.m. in May 31. ™ solved murder mystery. who participated in the rescue effort. the Fanwood Community Center POPCORNPOPCORNPOPCORN Personally, I am a huge fan of We took our place in line and in the railway station at the corner several current network hits. I walked up the ramp to the viewing of North and Martine. Moroccan- Spiderman: Superhero rarely miss an episode of “The stand. To my right was St. Paul’s born Salomon Kadoche, will con- West Wing,” “Law and Order” Chapel, where rescue workers found duct a free demonstration on how or “Just Shoot Me,” and I also The cast of NBC’s oldie but goodie drama “St. Elsewhere,” above, has sanctuary from their labors in the to create still life paintings using praise the genius of HBO’s sev- early days after the collapse. oils. His own works span a wide Fights Teen Angst eral noteworthy offerings, par- exchanged “Code Blues” with NBC One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent comedy, “Scrubs,” pictured below, as I recalled seeing a post-9-11 pic- range of subject matters, including ticularly “Sex and the City” and part of the vintage television phenom- ture of the church’s cemetery in the portraits, still lifes, and landscapes, “Six Feet Under.” These are all enon. newspaper. Its headstones were ash- By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER keep it a secret that this new invention he terrific programs that are using both oils and pastels. He wants to sell to the army really isn’t covered, the graves were veiled with authored two books on the subject, 3 & 1/2 popcorns blessed with exceptional writ- perfected yet. So actually it’s a good ing and stellar casts. papers. Today, it looks like a regular and has a fine collection of awards Dear Diary: thing you don’t work for him. “Man, it’s not easy being a teenager. It is interesting to see that cemetery again. You’d never know it and distinctions. Too bad the bagel That’s basically the problem Spider- was across the street from Ground shop is closed at that hour. But then, geez, it’s not easy being a Man faces. The Green Goblin wants despite the success of some of superhero, either. I know, because I just these primetime programs, pro- Zero. * * * * * Spider-Man to join up with him, because To my left, as we walked up the saw the movie Spider-Man. together they could dominate the world. ducers are suddenly starting to If you can make it all the way to Tobey Maguire plays him and I mean Up until now he and Green Goblin have take a few steps back into the ramp, was a wooden wall, where North Plainfield, their own like he’s this awesome guy in a dynamite been fighting it out all over, and so far past. Lately, it appears to be all hundreds of thousands of messages Fleetwood Museum is hosting an red outfit who’s always saving the world it’s an even match. the rage to pair cast members of condolence are written. We added evening with Gail Buckland, noted and stuff. He’s got these great powers, You actually get worried that Green from shows that are long gone our own. educator, author and speaker. This like being able to swing from building to Goblin could kill Spider-Man, even with their newer counterparts. We took our place on the platform. building all over the city with this web though you know he’s the hero and he Recently, the cast of the long Westfield resident, past curator of goo he can shoot out of his wrists when- The excavation work was under- the Royal Photographic Society of probably won’t die. Anyway, don’t worry defunct, but always extraordi- ground the day we visited Ground ever he wants, which he can also use to that much about it. Because if he did get Great Britain, and author of nine tie up bad guys. nary, “Hill Street Blues” made an True, the problems we face today Zero. We saw many orange-vested books, will illustrate her photo- killed, they couldn’t have Spider-Man appearance on NBC’s “Third far outweigh any high school she- men wearing hardhats, walking the It’s like having your own built-in II, which I heard they’re already work- graphic and literary talk with slides. shrink-wrap machine. Actually, he’s just Watch,” and the lovable medical nanigan in which Peter Brady might site. The familiar whine of heavy ing on. They’re not going to purposely team of the venerable “St. Else- find himself engaged, but the genu- It will take place on Thursday, Peter Parker, this teen dude only a little lose millions of dollars. So just enjoy the equipment told us that work was in May 16, at 7:30 p.m. in the older than me, and he has pimples. Even where” appeared on an episode of ine simplicity of some of these older progress. The iron cross found in the action. “Scrubs.” This past Sunday, a two- programs still speaks to us. Vermeule Mansion, Greenbrook though he gets his powers after a radio- The fight scenes are great combina- rubble stood in bold tribute to the active spider bites him during a school hour movie based on “L.A. Law” I love the recent trend of bringing Road and Clinton Avenue. Admis- tions of actual actors and computerized aired, and a recent Carol Burnett almost 3,000 innocent victims who trip, he really only decides to become a animation. It’s definitely awesome. I older shows into new ones. It bridges sion is free. If you can’t make the superhero because he feels bad that he special received ratings that would a gap. It reconnects us with our gave their lives for their country on lecture, her latest book, “Shots in can’t wait to learn how to do that in 9-11. couldn’t save his uncle’s life. His uncle, computer class. This director, Sam make any network drool. Do we see parents. It challenges us, somewhat, the Dark,” about taking photos at a nice old guy played by Cliff Robertson, a pattern here? to slow down a bit. Pass the pop- Only those with a practiced eye or crime scenes, makes great, late- Raimi, is good. I don’t know if he does vivid imagination can look skyward raised him and everything. it, or if it’s the special effects guy. It’s so In the past several years, it ap- corn. Turn off the answering ma- night reading. Boy, talk about guilt. So now, he has cool how they do it. You can hardly tell pears that our world has spun out of chine and watch some TV with your from the site and see the World Trade * * * * * to help take care of his sick Aunt May when it switches from computer to real. control. Viewers are fickle. Chil- folks. Ignore the computer until Center as it used to be. Everyone who and stuff. Almost as bad as that, he’s so Even though some of the scenes look dren can’t sit still for more than a morning. has the opportunity to should visit Blossoms, Battles and Belles is shy he can’t even tell Mary Jane Watson, the latest production of the Madri- like they could be in a comic book, it’s few moments and that is only if the Because, check it out…Keith Par- Ground Zero, but not to lament a place played by Kirsten Dunst (a definite not corny. I mean, you know how when latest interactive video game is blar- where two tall buildings used to stand. gal Singers. The performance will hottie), that he loves her. tridge is actually married to Marcia take place on Saturday evening, grown-ups feel they have to make a joke ing incessantly in the background. Brady and their kid is really Finch The most important reason for vis- Still, I wouldn’t mind being him, at out of everything? Well, it’s not like May 18, at Holy Trinity Roman least for a while. I mean, he doesn’t even Since we no longer have to leave the from “Just Shoot Me!” Buffy won’t iting Ground Zero is to honor what that. But there are a couple of regular comfort of our sofas to change a admit it, but you know that her mom happened there and to hold its sig- Catholic Church in Westfield, at 8 need a car. And he could probably figure funny parts. Even though they keep the p.m. Under the direction of Elaine out how to get one if he really wanted channel, remote control manipula- is really Samantha from “Be- nificance forever in our hearts. And story and stuff a lot like it is in the tion has practically become an art witched,” and stay tuned folks, be- Fiorino, selections from one. original Marvel comic by Stan Lee and isn’t that the real reason we visit any But, y’know what really would stink? form. cause you know…you just know historical landmark? Shakespeare and other English Mike Ditko, it’s more like a regular So, why the journey into the past? that one of these days, Jack and Will Not being able to tell your buddies who movie and not just a copy of a comic poets will introduce each group of you really are. Because he can’t even tell I think it is because we are finally are going to run into Batman and songs, sung a cappella or with book. We welcome your comments his very best friend, Harry Osborn, this Don’t expect to get away without lis- starting to realize that the answers Robin in Key West. accompaniment on flute and re- rich kid acted by James Franco, and they [email protected] corder. Admission for this program tening to the moral lesson. Hollywood even room together in this dynamite loft always puts one in because they know of motets and madrigals is by do- apartment after they graduate high school. that some poor dorky kids will only be nation at the door. Look it up if you That’s when Peter gets a job as a seeing Spider-Man with their parents. If don’t know what that is — you’ll newspaper photographer, because, check there isn’t a moral lesson, they won’t learn more that way. this out...he’s the only one who can get take them to the movies anymore. Smart, Valeri LarkoLarkoValeri good pictures of Spider-Man. No kid- huh? It’s not so bad. It doesn’t ruin CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 ding! I wonder why? anything and at least they don’t keep tion, she selected the bridges of Anyway, the weirdest thing, or at least saying it over and over. Brielle, Jersey City, West Trenton I think it’s the weirdest thing, is who Basically, it’s what Peter’s Uncle Ben and the Delaware Water Gap. She WAA Art Show Harry’s father really is. Harry doesn’t says to him: ‘With great power comes photographed the bridges and, incor- even know. He’s this super-villain, the great responsibility.’ In other words, if porating photographs of vintage CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 Green Goblin. He is so evil, especially the you get a new Corvette, you just can’t trains, she created a small study of Banjo player and Vocalist Cynthia way he is acted by this old guy, Willem floor it every single second. That’s prob- each mural to submit for consider- Sayer was accompanied by trio mem- Dafoe. Well, he’s not that old. He’s like ably good advice, because otherwise you ation. Monday May 20th @ 9 a.m. bers Dan Levinson on clarinet and our parents’ age. But if you think your good blow your engine, even if it does father is weird, you should see this dude. Once awarded the commission in Mike Weatherly on bass, while a have 348 horses of brute power and can 2000, Larko rented a Summit studio He’s the same guy who played Max go 0 to 60 in 5.5 seconds. variety of musicians from the Westfield Schreck in Shadow of The Vampire. large enough to create the four mu- Community Band and the New Jersey Anyway, by the end of the movie, rals, which were her largest works to Now, that was scary. He was suppos- after messing up a lot...well, not a lot, Workshop for the Arts entertained through- edly a real vampire playing a vampire in date. out the day. but enough...Peter is 100 percent Spi- “This is a completely different way the silent version of Dracula. I don’t think der-man. Now he does everything “It’s a great show,” said Brooke it was really true. It was R-rated, but my of painting for me,” she explained. “I Gardiner of Mountainside. “I am im- smoothly and knows how to use all his usually paint out doors on site, and friend Barry’s parents rented it and we super powers. There’s a part of him you pressed.” watched it when they weren’t around. all of the mural work had to be done “It couldn’t be better. The day was feel sorry for, because he really didn’t When Mr. Osborn is normal, he’s just want to be Spider-Man in the first place. in a studio.” absolutely perfect with the artists display- the owner of a company that sells weap- He just wanted to go to college, work at Larko has been the recipient of a ing their work, and shoppers enjoying the ons to the army. And you think he’s an the newspaper and marry Mary Jane. number of awards including an Artist ambiance of the art show, along with their okay guy because he always asks Peter if Then, in a way, Dear Diary, he’s kind in Residence Fellowship from the regular Mother’s Day shopping. It was a he needs money, since after all he’s his of lucky. Since he’s already Spider-Man, Newark Museum and a New Jersey win-win situation for the artists, merchants son’s best friend. he doesn’t have to decide what he wants State Council on the Arts Grant. and the customers,” said Debbie Schmidt, He also asks if he’d like to come to to be when he grows up. His Aunt May She has had numerous exhibitions WACC Executive Director. work for him someday. At first you has a heart condition, so she’s really not of her urban and industrial landscapes Helping to distribute the awards, Diane think, who wouldn’t want to work for going to bother him about it. Which re- throughout the New York Metropoli- Barabas, WACC Chairwoman and pro- him? After all, he’s so rich. But you’d minds me of my own situation. I wonder only do it if you absolutely didn’t know tan area. In January 2001, she had prietor of Diane B, said, “It was a great what you have to do to be a film critic?” her first international exhibit at the day for everybody. Along with the that behind the scenes he was really 299 South Avenue East Green Goblin, this horrible bad guy who * * * * * Bruton Street Gallery in London. Call Today! weather, the exhibitors were exceptional. flies around on his jet-propelled surf- Spider-Man, rated PG-13, is a Sony In addition to her position as Di- Westfield NJ, 07090 The art show attracted a tremendous board thing that shoots rockets. Pictures release directed by Sam Raimi and rector of The Tomasulo Gallery, she 908-232-3200 amount of shoppers to the Westfield He kills a lot of people...mostly folks stars Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst and is also an instructor at the New Jer- downtown area.” who work for him but that don’t want to Willem Dafoe. Running time: 120 minutes. sey Center for Visual Arts in Summit. Strolling the town was Joyce Goldstein with her granddaughter Miriam Helene CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 16, 2002 Page 20 INSIDE THIS EDITION: OLD TV AND NEW TV; SPIDER-MAN REVIEWED AND A TRIP TO GROUND ZERO TTTHEHEHE MUSICUSICUSIC CORNERORNERORNER With David Palladino Westfield Symphony Ends Season With Aida By DAVID PALLADINO offered a sobering, rich tone and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Armando Mora as Amonasro, who WESTFIELD — The Westfield gave a wonderful dramatic portrayal Symphony Orchestra (WSO), under of his character. Mark Schnaible as Downtown Draws Art the direction of Maestro David Wroe, Ramfis, also produced a refined, au- offered their exciting season-ending thoritative sound, which filled the concert performance of Aida by church venue. Giuseppi Verdi this past Saturday The full ensemble brought a glori- Admirers, While WAA night, to a capacity audience at the ous close to the second act with Presbyterian Church in Westfield. “Gloria all’Egitto.” Rarely does one The excitement hear the tenor Members Receive Awardswardswards created by this con- The excitement take the jump up cert brought the au- to the B-flat in By MILLICENT K. BRODY ers, portrait artists, and photogra- created by this concert Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times phers. dience to standing the manner in ovations even be- brought the audience to WESTFIELD — Early on a beau- “The day was beautiful,” said standing ovations even which it was ex- fore the intermis- tiful May 11 Saturday morning, while Barbara Schwinn, President of the before the intermission. pressly written many Westfield residents were just sion. Westfield Art Association (WAA), by Verdi — at getting to the breakfast table, more who presents the show. “Visitors The most im- the end of the de- than 70 artists were busy setting up pressive array of solo and choral were able to appreciate the many crescendo. Most impressive, and displays of their artwork. different mediums displayed in one voices arranged by Wroe worked most exciting. Scattered throughout the main thor- local area.” beautifully with the refined orches- The able Princeton Pro Musica oughfare of “I was personally delighted to tra to produce a most excellent en- choir ensemble also produced a full Westfield, visi- stroll the exhibit and chat with semble blend. sound, which resounded well with tors to the town many of the artists who have con- Solo voices included tenor Otoniel their placement in the balcony, above were able to tributed so much to the town of Gonzaga as Radames, soprano the string bass section of the orches- Millicent K. Brody for The Westfield Leader and The Times meander and Westfield. It was such an extraor- Bridgett Hooks as Aida, soprano WINNING SCULPTURES...Spiro is pictured with “Fish,” a metal sculpture chat with sculp- tra. While their segments were sparse, which captured the Award of Excellence during Saturday’s Art in Westfield dinary display of talent,” said Judith Engel as Amneris, bass-bari- when they were called upon, they show and sale in downtown Westfield. tors, water col- Sherry Cronin, Executive Director tone Frank Martinelli as the King, performed. orists, oil paint- of the Downtown Westfield Cor- Armando Mora as Amanasro and The separate female and male choir poration (DWC). Mark Schaible as Ramfis. segments both possessed unity of Well-known in the art world, While the voices were young, they sound and clarity of pronunciation. Judge Stephen Sennott, Executive all performed admirably, and beyond. WAA Award Recipients Director of City Without Walls The warm Presbyterian Church Awards of Excellence - $150 Several voices were of particular note. venue provides a wonderful acoustic gallery, at Gateway Center in New- Cammon, “On Their Backs,” Charcoal ark said, “Jurying art is a wonder- Commanding soprano Engel pro- hall for voice. Berenson, “Chiara & Anna, Sisters,” duced a beautifully scornful tone as ful way to spend the day.” Musicians in the orchestra deserve black and white photograph Approximately $1,500 in prize Amneris, the would-be wife of special recognition. The trumpet sec- Wilkinson, “Apples,” oil Radames. Her tone was pure and pow- Spiro, “Fish,” metal sculpture money was awarded to the artists. tion was even more powerful and Special to the event is the selection erful, with beautiful pitch and volume. accurate with Donald Batchelder re- Awards of Merit - $100 Hooks possessed a powerful voice, of a piece of art that displays a turning to perform. French horn in- DiBiase, “Sculpture of Tragedy,” color scene of Westfield. It is purchased whose pitch extended strongly through- tonation was outstanding as well as photograph and hung in the offices of the DWC out her full range, which was exten- several solo sections by Principal Kenyatta, “Life’s Journey,” black and and the Westfield Area Chamber sive. Her volume control was extraor- clarinetist William Shadel. Cookie, white photograph of Commerce (WACC). dinary which most assuredly, added to the concertmaster was brilliant in his Ziegler, “Signs of Spring,” acrylic “Westfield Train Station,” an oil the drama of her interpretation. several solo segments as well. Cheng, “Peony,” watercolor on silk painting by Burton Longenbach One of the male voices of note While major sections of the story Honorable Mention - $50 in was chosen as the winner of the was tenor Gonzaga, who per- were skipped due to time constraints, Westfield Gift Coins Westfield Purchase Award. formed Radames. While his voice such as the Temple Scene, the over- Schaeffer, “Last Jump,” oil “It was a great show,” said Meg seemed initially somewhat tight, arching idea of the opera was kept Zietchick, “Curves,” colograph Mehorter Executive Assistant of Gonzaga warmed up to produce a Kolar “Peeling Potatoes,” oil on board the DWC. “While looking at your intact — the forbidden love between Weaver, “Libations” oil golden sound, especially on his the victorious general Radames and favorite artwork, toes were tap- high notes, which were all pro- Morehouse, “Birch Trees,” lithograph ping and fingers snapping, for great the enslaved Ethiopian princess Howard, “The Fence,” etching duced with a technique that high- Millicent K. Brody for The Westfield Leader and The Times music was heard throughout the Aida. JAMMIN’ IN THE DOWNTOWN...Former Scotch Plains resident Cynthia Lenga, “Skater,” color photograph lighted perfect pitch and beautiful While the overture would have day.” Sayer, center, and her group from Manhattan joined in the Art in Westfield Annis,“Magnolias,” watercolor Originally from Scotch Plains, intonation. been appreciated, the ensemble beau- festivities last Saturday. Sayer is a banjo player and vocalist, while Dan Other male voices of note was the Westfield Scene Purchase Award and now a resident of Manhattan, tifully elucidated the story in two Levinson, right, plays clarinet and Mike Weatherly, left, commands the bass. Logenbach, “Westfield Train Station,” oil King, bass-baritone Martinelli, who riveting hours. Continued on Page 19 RailRail TransferTransfer StationStation WillWill BeBe BeautifiedBeautified WithWith MuralsMurals WHS BandBandWHS Pays Homage PaintedPainted ByBy TomasuloTomasulo GalleryGallery Director,Director, ValeriValeri LarkoLarko By MARYLOU MORANO rently under construction and industrial areas, then I selected sec- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times To NATONATOTo scheduled to be open early 2003. tions of larger paintings and cre- To NATONATOTo CRANFORD — Valeri Larko, NJ Transit and the New Jersey ated close-ups with more intricate By MARYLOU MORANO Director of Union County College’s State Council on the Arts jointly detail,” she explained. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Tomasulo Art Gallery in Cranford, awarded the commission. Larko, “As I did so, my painting began WESTFIELD — Seventy mem- has been commissioned to paint who resides in Summit, was one of to take on more of a sculptural bers of the Blue Devils, the Westfield nine New Jersey artists quality,” she reported. This change High School (WHS) Marching Band invited to submit a pro- in focus led to a series of paintings traveled to Norfolk Virginia last posal and one of three named “The Salvage Yard Series,” month to participate in the “Virginia selected. She is the only in which piles of computers, refrig- International Tattoo,” an extrava- artist who is creating mu- erators, car mufflers and other cast- ganza of pageantry and patriotism rals for the Transfer Sta- aways are portrayed with the intri- that was part of the 6th Annual Vir- tion, which upon comple- cate detail of her artist’s eye. ginia Arts Festival. tion, is slated to be the “Our society says buy, buy, buy, The group returned with a silver largest in the state. which is good for the economy, but medal for placing second in their Born on Long Island we don’t consider what happens to category and “fourth place” honors and raised in the town of the products when they are no overall. Lake Parsippany, Larko longer of use to us. The objects in Presented in the tradition of the attended the DuCret ‘The Salvage Yard Series’ eventu- Edinburgh Military Tattoo and the School of the Arts in ally get crushed and recycled. Prod- Nova Scotia International Tattoo, the Plainfield and the Arts ucts take on an entirely new quality “Virginia International Tattoo” draws Students League in New when they are heaped in a junk pile crowds from all over North America. York. waiting to be crushed,” the artist Performed on Norfolk’s Scope, the While she intended to explained. Tattoo featured marching bands, become a figure painter, While the Secaucus Transfer Sta- military drill teams, gymnasts, danc- Marylou Morano for The Westfield Leader and The Times Marylou Morano for The Westfield Leader and The Times while living in Jersey tion murals are a far cry from items MURAL ARTIST...Tomasulo Gallery Art Director Valeri Larko stands before ers and choirs from around the world. WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE...This portion City, she gravitated to- in a salvage yard, it is easy to see her mural. Over 700 performers participated in of Valerie Larko’s remarkable mural will grace wards urban and indus- Larko’s attention to detail in both this year’s event. the Secaucus Transfer Station. project, Larko spent hours in re- The only guidelines given ex- trial landscapes. set of work. Without the assurance search and preliminary studies to plained the work must be colorful, The Blue Devils joined 40 other “Jersey City has a num- that she would be awarded the develop a proposal. historic and encompass a theme high school marching bands from all four murals which will hang in the ber of industrial parks. Instead of that tied together the northern half over the country. Participants were north mezzanine waiting room of leaving the area to paint, I started of New Jersey. selected by application, which in- the Secaucus Transfer Station, cur- to create panoramics of urban and “I came upon an idea to paint cluded submitting a video of a per- SP-F Arts Association Announces bridges and trains from the north- formance and reference recommen- east, northwest, southeast and dations. Names of Members’ Show Winners southwest corners of the northern The “Virginia International Tat- Names of Members’ Show Winners half of the state,” Larko explained. too” coincided with Virginia’s 49th SCOTCH PLAINS – Following a munity Center. The next demonstra- With the help of train historian International Azalea Parade which ClubhouseClubhouseClubhouse reception to meet the artists during tion will be held on Wednesday, May Walt Grosselfinger, also President salutes the North American Treaty the Members’ Show of the Scotch 15. For more information, please of the United Rail Road Associa- Organization (NATO). Each year, a ANTIQUES & Plains-Fanwood (SP-F) Arts Asso- call Mr. Hahn at (908) 233-7458. Continued on Page 19 member of NATO is selected to be ciation, the winners were announced Most Honored Nation; this year’s FURNISHINGS by Association President Ruth country was Greece. Mountainside, NJ Gunther. “A band represented every coun- Best in Show: Arlene Melchior, try,” said Michael Fackelman, WHS “The Violinist,” oil painting. Marching Band Director, adding that You are cordially invited to Oil and Acrylic Painting: First the Blue Devils represented Spain. Place, Steve Tomczyk, “Grand Isle,” The performing marching bands explore our six rooms of fine oil painting; Second Place, Ken were allowed to select the music antiques, classic reproductions, Malpas, “Angelfish,” acrylic; and they wished to play, according to one-of-a-kind chandeliers and Third Place, Grace McDonald, “Sum- Fackelman, who said that the WHS unique gift items. We are mer Garden 3,” oil painting. Marching Band performed selections Watercolor: First Place, Anne Gib- they had been playing all year. purveyors of Crabtree & bons, “Harriet’s Porch”; Second Place, “We had a quick refresher rehearsal Evelyn Bath & Body Products Phil Kass, “What Makes It Work,” before the parade,” he said. and maintain a vast selection and Third Place, Jocelyn Wong, “Sum- Money to help defray the cost of mer Retreat in Pennsylvania.” the four-day trip was raised by of top quality candles. Pencil and Mixed Media: First fundraisers such as candy, entertain- Clubhouse Antiques & Place, Barbara Swindlehurst, “Man ment book and pizza sales. Furnishings is your destination in White Hat,” pencil and Second The WHS Marching Band, along Place, Ruth Grabner, “The Floral with six adult chaperones, traveled for fine products and Bouquet,” mixed media. by bus and stayed at the Hilton Hotel exceptional values. Photography: First Place, Bob in Norfolk. Hahn, “Saintes, Fr.” and Honorable “A great bunch of young adults Mention, Pete Hovanec, “Milwau- went on this trip. We had no prob- 865 MOUNTAIN AVE. • MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ 07092 kee Art Museum.” lems, and we received a nice re- (Between Maxwell’s & Fleet Bank) The program is sponsored by the sponse from everyone we met,” said TT SP-F Arts Association. The public is ART EXPERTS…The Members’ Show of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood (SP-F) Fackelman. Telephone 908 789-7600 • Fax 908 789-3322 invited to attend the group’s free art Arts Association was judged by Ann Swain of Swain’s Gallery in Plainfield, left. While in Virginia, the WHS March- email [email protected] demonstrations at the Fanwood Com- She is joined by SP-F Arts Association President Ruth Gunther. Continued on Page 19 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK