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(908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, January 16, 2003 Published Every Thursday Since 1890 OUR 113th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 19-113 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] FIFTY CENTS Parents Worried About Funding of Sports, Say BOE Does Not Pay Attention to Them

By CHARLOTTE LEDERMAN night. This focused primarily on the maximum budget is $65,452,158. responded that she was asking a per- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Superintendent’s Report. The board Budget increases are anticipated tinent question at the time. At Tuesday night’s meeting, the used this area of the agenda to further from health insurance/employee ben- Another member of the public com- Westfield Board of Education repeat- explore a preliminary discussion of efits (estimated to increase by 15 per- mented that the decision to end a edly came under fire from members of the budget for the upcoming year. cent), special education, personnel, and different portion of the public’s dis- the public who packed the usually Dr. William Foley, Superintendent proposed personnel requests. Com- cussion due to a time constraint was sparsely populated room. of Schools, first provided an over- bined, these components add up to an unfair, as she felt the board members Members of the community at- view of the 2003-2004 budget for increase of an estimated $3,685,000. had spent the majority of the allotted tended the meeting in order to re- Westfield public schools. With a total In conjunction with the board’s time speaking themselves. spond to the board’s agenda for the increase of 5.7 percent, the estimated analysis of the budget was a discus- In addition to being somewhat sion regarding the estimated increase upset at the board’s conduct during in enrollment, as more students create the meeting, the public also spoke a greater demand for staff and extra- out on the board’s handling of the curricular activities, such as sports. mold in Room B-2 in McKinley El- MS BOE Reviews Budget; Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Indeed, it was the topic of sports ementary School. THANKS FOR THE MEMORABILIA....After 20 years vending vintage that proved most interesting to the Non-toxic mold has been found in memorabilia at 17 Elm Street in Westfield, owner Mary Lou Strafaci will retire and members of the Westfield commu- this location since 2000. The room close the doors of Marylou’s Memorabilia. A close-out sale will be held until Mr. Kress Still President nity present at Tuesday’s meeting. As CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 inventory runs out toward the end of February. By MARY RONK There was concern voiced by the the board discussed, a gender equity Specially Written for The Westfield Leader board that the numbers in these docu- comparison of high school sports of According to Sally Rivieccio, Vice ments were only estimates at this 2001-2002 shows that there is a rather Planning Board Appoints Jay Boyle President of the Mountainside Board point. The public should view this large gender equity gap. of Education, Richard Kress was not information as just the beginning of The breakdown reveals that boys present at the most recent school board finalizing the budget. comprise 55 percent of student ath- Chairman; OKs Hillcrest Subdivision meeting this past Tuesday night. Mrs. Rivieccio asked for the com- letes, have 60 percent of the coaches, Toward the end of the meeting, the munity to get involved with the for- 54 percent of the teams, and 60 per- cent of the funding. Compare these By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL ances that were applied for by the subdivision after asking Professional board had not commented on the mation of this budget. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Messercola Brothers Reality Co. for Planner James R. Watson from E.K.A. recent developments regarding Mr. There will be subsequent meetings numbers to the 45 percent of girl athletes at the school who have 40 The Westfield Planning Board had the United Trust Plaza on 900 South Associates in Scotch Plains about other Kress’ call to appear before the Su- taking place in both February and Avenue were altered from its original lots on that street. According to Mr. preme Court Disciplinary Review March to determine the numbers percent of the coaches, 46 percent of its first meeting of the year last Thurs- the teams, and 40 percent of the fund- day and appointed Jay Boyle as plan. Ideally, the property owners Watson the new lots would both be 75 Board (DRB). which need to be ready by April of wanted a 4 foot by 4 foot free standing feet wide, coming from the original Concerned parent, Colleen Manion 2003. The board may add more pub- ing, and it is clear that the boys main- Chairman and Jay MacDonald as tain an advantage in this arena. Vice-Chairman. sign in addition to wall signs hung on 150 feet, while other lots surrounding of Poplar Avenue, specifically asked lic meetings if necessary to make the the buildings itself to identify the three the property were 66 feet wide, 60 feet the board to comment on the April deadline. Specific meeting dates Proposed athletic alternatives are In accepting the appointment Mr. to reduce the gender equity gap, add Boyle stated “We have a very strong different businesses there. Parking sign wide and 90 feet wide. president’s current status. will be made available. variances were also requested at a size Mr. Trzesnowski, concluded, “95 Mrs. Rivieccio responded that Mr. Turning to an update on the con- coaches/teams to accommodate in- board and I am looking forward to creasing student participation at the doing good things for the citizens of of 4.5 square feet, which is a contrast percent of lots were still smaller than Kress was still president and was not struction of the Beechwood and to the 1.5 square feet allowable. An the subdivided lots.” at the meeting because of a previous Deerfield Schools, Dr. Schaeller in- high school, and restore funding to this town. I also want to thank Robert the eighth grade sports program. Newell for the job he has done as the illuminated header and bezel sign were Finally, it was announced that the commitment. That was all she “was at formed everyone that by February 1, also requested for the ATM drive-up, minor subdivision case for Joseph liberty to say” at that point. he will have more direction and infor- The board also heard from several Chairman and I am thankful that he residents, which staunchly supported will still be on the board.” which is not permitted in Westfield. Ficcaci on 193 Cottage Place that was The primary focus of the meeting mation will be forwarded to the pub- After a lengthy discussion took scheduled for the January 9 meeting was the budget for school year 2003- lic via the Mountainside website and the reinstatement of middle school Also appointed at the meeting were sports. Others spoke about finding Ken Marsh as the Secretary, Russell place between Robert Kraus, Esq. who was postponed until Monday, Febru- 2004. also the local media. was representing the Messercola ary 3, at the request of the applicant. Dr. Gerard Schaller, Chief School The board is also looking into the room in the budget for funding of the Finestein, Esq., as the Board’s Attor- ice hockey and girl’s lacrosse teams. ney and Robert Caitlin Associates as brothers and the Planning Board Administrator, presented two draft specifics of broadcasting school Members it was decided that there documents, which reviewed esti- board meetings on Channel 35. Many At this time, the board drew some the Planning Board’s consultants. Mr. heat, as a few members of the public Newell was appointed to the Historic would be approval for the 4 feet by 4 WF School Bd. to Meet mated expenditures for years 2002- ideas were discussed on how to ac- feet free standing sign in addition to 2003 and 2003-2004. complish this, including getting voiced concern that the board was Preservation Committee and Rich- not paying attention to them. One ard Elbert was appointed to the Archi- three 16 inches by 16 inches wall Jan. 28, Not Jan. 21 Costs were broken down for grades Mountainside students involved with plaques for business identification. WESTFIELD – The next meet- Westfield resident pointed out that tectural Review Board. In addition, Pre-K through eight, and included the filming to also obtaining a grant Enter and Exit signs in the parking ing of the Westfield Board of Edu- estimated dollars for salaries, sup- from Comcast to offset costs are be- the board president and vice-presi- the Subdivision Site Plan Committee dent were talking during a resident’s will consist of Mr. Marsh, Mr. Newell, area were reduced to their allowable cation, which was originally sched- plies, textbooks, equipment and field ing considered. 1.5 square foot size by asking the uled for Tuesday, January 21, will trips for both the Deerfield and Additionally, the lighting of the time at the microphone. Mr. Boyle and Vic Trzesnowski. Board President Arlene Gardner In other business, the sign vari- property owners to take off the United be held on Tuesday, January 28. Beechwood School locations. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Trust Plaza portion of the signs. In The meeting will begin at 8 p.m. addition, a sign above the ATM was at 302 Elm Street and will include granted but the board stated that it discussion of the 2003-2004 school Town Adjustment Board Appoints 2003 Officers; could not be self-illuminating. The budget, including Guidance, Spe- board stated that the owners could cial Education and Fine Arts. use down lighting like all of the other A complete agenda will be avail- banks in the area. able at www.westfieldnj.com or in Delays Prospect Gardens, Trader Joe’s Hearing In other business, a minor subdivi- the office of Board Secretary and sion was granted to the Messercola Business Administrator Robert By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL and Ferris Places and is seeking 13 permission to build an addition. evening, which included applicants Brothers Building Company for 550 Berman, 302 Elm Street, on Mon- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader variances to be approved by the board. Also scheduled for the February Susan Cahn and Harriet Shafran of 66 Hillcrest Avenue. The applicant will day, January 27. Meeting for the first time in the Westfield resident, Kenneth Goski, meeting is John Froelich & Santina Elm Street Suite 2, was not heard. The be creating two completely conform- The school board will meet in New Year, The Westfield Board of owns the three, two-family houses on Bombaci, of Sherwood Parkway who applicants, who were not present at ing single family building lots from an private session on January 21 to Adjustment appointed its officers for Prospect Street, which will be de- are seeking to eliminate a condition the meeting, are seeking permission existing single lot. Board members discuss personnel items. 2003. Vincent Wilt will be serving as stroyed if the variances are granted. regarding the removal of a garage CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 unanimously voted to approve the the Chairman while William Trader Joe’s located on 155-163 from the property to accommodate an Heinbokel will be serving as the Vice- Elm Street has also postponed its case addition. The applicants were first Chairman. Serving as the Board’s until the February meeting. Property granted a variance in August on the Attorney is Vincent Loughlin, Esq. owner, Robert Schwarz, is seeking condition that they remove their ex- Westfield Council to Hear More and Coleen Meyer will serve as the site plan approval to construct a sec- isting garage to make room for the Secretary. ond and third floor addition to the size of their addition. Mr. Froelich Two big appeals including the Pros- retail building that will house 22 testified that the work done to the pect Gardens Project and the Traders apartments. The case was originally house is significantly smaller than Information About Street Fairs Joe’s Project that were scheduled to scheduled for November. what was originally proposed and be heard at the Monday night meet- Other cases asked to be carried over asked that the board rescind the By LAUREN S. PASS for the Third Ward Council seat. Mr. should not reject the request from the ing were carried over to the February to the February meeting include amendment made to their original Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Walsh, whose term did not end until church, but that the council should 10 meeting at the request of the appli- Beverly Johnson, of West Broad variance approval. The Board asked During Tuesday night’s conference December, resigned after accepting a be aware that there are many contra- cants. Street, who is seeking permission to Mr. Froelich to have his Architect put session the Westfield Town Council position with the US Attorney’s of- dictory pieces of the town code. The Prospect Gardens Project is erect a handicap ramp in her front the new measurements in writing for previewed a resolution to return an fice. The council also discussed the proposed to build 10 townhouses on yard and Robert and Beth Kirsch, of the board to examine. escrow balance to Michael Mahoney, Mayor McDermott stated that he potential closure of South Chestnut Prospect Street between Cowperwaite Willow Grove Road, who are seeking The last case scheduled for the the developer of Codding Road. feels Mr. Haas is a good choice, and Street during the spring baseball sea- Town Engineer Kenneth Marsh that he previously served the town on son. Councilman Goldman has been explained to the council that the the Board of Adjustment. speaking with Garwood Mayor money being released is to cover what In an interview with The Westfield Michael Crincoli in an effort to work the developer has already completed. Leader Mr. Haas said that he needs to out an agreement between the towns. Second Ward Republican Coun- meet the residents of the third ward, Last year, Garwood sued Westfield cilman Matthew Albano questioned and seeks resident input on ward is- over the closure of the street, and if the developer has a good track sues such as a proposed traffic light won. The council is now seeking to record. on Central Avenue. close the street on Saturdays and Mr. Marsh stated that he did, and Mr. Haas expects to run for election Sundays from Fourth Avenue to at that it was now too cold to complete this November. least the Westfield line. what was left of the roadwork. After the council passes the resolu- The council discussed the poten- Fourth Ward Democrat Council- tion at next Tuesday’s meeting, Mr. tial problem that would have if driv- man Lawrence Goldman questioned Haas will be sworn in. ers attempted to turn off of North whether some builders in town were Town Clerk Bernard Heeney Avenue onto South Chestnut Street, getting around some permit fees by brought up the discussion of a need to and then swerve back onto North leaving up a single wall of a house, rewrite the Town Code. This need Avenue after seeing the barricades. and thus did not have to have council comes to light after a request from St. The council will continue discus- approval for demolition. Paul’s Episcopal Church to play their sions with Garwood, but will also Mr. Marsh confirmed that there is a newly installed carillon. A carillon is move ahead on an ordinance and difference in fees. Town Administra- a set of chromatically tuned bells application to the Department of tor James Gildea said that it also per- usually played from a keyboard. Transportation, who must approve tained to the assessment of the home, Other churches already have caril- the street closure. and with an existing wall, it would lons, and are using them, but there is The council proposes the street to not be considered new construction. a portion in the town code from 1932 be closed from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Mayor Gregory McDermott stated that prohibits the use of them. Saturdays, and noon to 7 p.m. on that even though an existing wall was Councilman Albano stated that the Sundays, from April 1 to June 30. initially left standing, in some cases, ordinance may inhibit the first amend- In other business, the council had the construction company built ment was not sure how constitutional a request from the Westfield Area around it, and then knocked it down. the ordinance is. Chamber of Commerce (WACC) for Mr. Gildea agreed that some build- Mr. Gildea stated that the town CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 ers were, “circumventing the process THE GOVERNOR VISITS MOUNTAINSIDE...During a press conference at Children’s Specialized Hospital in Mountainside a little bit.” PAGE INDEX on Jan. 12, Governor James McGreevey pledged to support legislation which would authorize stem cell research in the state. The council also previewed a reso- Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 16-18 The Governor also visited with hospital leadership and patients of the nation’s largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital. Above lution appointing Democrat David Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 21-22 the Governor is pictured with Lisa Buff, Physical Therapist Sally Yoblick and patient Keith Buff. Haas as Kevin Walsh’s replacement Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-15 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, January 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Funding of Sports Activities No Child Left Behind Act, 2003-2004 Concerns Westfield Parents CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 has undergone a couple of tests and could be considered a “broad” matter Calendar Reviewed by SP-F School Bd. measures such as replacing tiles and for discussion. By JENNIFER PINTO that fail to make AYP for two consecu- 22 and 23, as well as starting a day connection with a prototype class- cleaning has been taken to remove In other business, the board noted Specially Written for The Westfield Leader tive years will be identified as need- earlier on September 3 instead of Sep- room at Brunner School. the mold. the closure of public schools for SCOTCH PLAINS -- The “No Child ing improvement.” Those schools tember 4. The board also approved receipt of However, it was not until recently Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Left Behind Act” of 2001 (NCLB), will be required by the state to de- Another idea was to hold the Pro- the Board Secretary Report, Treasurer that the mold appears to have been Monday, January 20. It was also which was signed into law by Presi- velop a “turn around plan.” fessional Staff Day, which has been of School Funds Report and budget completely eliminated, yet no offi- noted that the Westfield Recital dent George W. Bush one year ago, However, what remains the most scheduled for September 3, on Janu- adjustments for October and Novem- cial written report to confirm this is Series begins on Wednesday, Janu- was discussed by Superintendent of controversial is how “students will ary 2, 2004. This plan would allow for ber of 2002. currently available. ary 29. Instruction Dr. Margaret Hayes at the be given the option to transfer to a students to be dismissed by June 17. The following bills were also ap- regular scheduled Scotch Plains- better public school (one not identi- All of these calendar plans are cur- proved: Members of the public voiced con- The board congratulated several Fanwood meeting on January 9. cern that their children had been learn- students as well. Members of the fied for improvement) in the district.” rently tentative and under discus- December 20, 2002 bill list for Dr. Hayes offered a presentation to Schools that do not meet the AYP sion, no official calendar has been $989,473.44; first December 2002 ing in this room and that it has caused Westfield High School Orchestra the board, outlining the guidelines of for three years in a row must also made public. manual checklist for $285,641.98 the resignation of long-time teacher, have met with recent success and NCLB. provide additional education ser- Business Administrator/Board Sec- and the second December 20, 2002 Patricia Jakubowski. have been noted for their top perfor- According to the NCLB, this pro- vices to children in need. retary Anthony Del Sordi updated the bill list for $907,038.15. Mrs. Gardner replied that this is- mances. gram “represents some of the most After four years of consecutive fail- public on the remaining construc- The board will continue to review sue had not reached the board until Meanwhile, the bowling team won significant changes to the Elemen- ure of the AYP, schools will be “iden- tion projects in the district. Accord- existing polices and will further re- this past December and that the board first place at the Brick tournament tary and Secondary Education Act tified for restructuring.” This may ing to Mr. Del Sordi, Park Middle view the policy no. 1312/5145.6 re- is responsible for matters of broad this past weekend. (ESEA) since it was enacted in 1965.” include staff and curriculum changes School “completed another phase on garding student and/or Parent com- Dr. Hayes’ presentation revealed policy, not building maintenance. The board will reconvene next for the given school. the third floor.” plaints and policy no. 1314 solicit- that, beginning in 2002 through After five years of failure, it is pos- “The only work remaining to be ing funds in school facilities. The overall tone of the public on Tuesday, January 28, for the 2003, “schools must administer tests seemed to reflect their belief that a continuation of preliminary bud- sible that the state might take over or done is the music room, nurse’s room Carol Senff, Director of the Lan- in each of three spans: grades 3 to 5, the school might convert to a charter and the locker rooms,” stated Mr. Del guage Arts Department at SPFHS, gave problem which spanned three years get talks. 6 to 9 and 10 to 12.” school. Sordi. All of this work is due to be a presentation on a plagiarism pre- “By 2005-2006, tests must be ad- Nevertheless, schools that improve completed in March. vention program, which is currently ministered every year in grades 3 will be eligible for awards and staff Brunner Elementary School is being piloting at the high school. through 8 and one year in grades 10 may be recognized. At this point, the awaiting electrical inspection for it’s The program, which was purchased Prospect Gardens, Trader Joe’s through 12.” types of awards are not known. multipurpose room. for $900, through a California website Science Achievement must also be Filled with questions and concerns, At Scotch Plains-Fanwood High called turnitin.com, allows teachers to Hearings Delayed by Adj. Board tested during the 2007-2008 school the board asked Dr. Hayes to keep the School (SPFHS), the cinderblock check student papers for plagiarism. year. district informed regarding the imple- walls are coming up and the elevators According to Ms. Senff’s presenta- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The goal of the No Child Left Be- mentation of NCLB, as well as it’s are moving along. tion, the program discourages stu- to use the space on a second level of smaller than the first and suggested hind act is that all students achieve updated guidelines. “Field construction has ceased due dents to plagiarize. a building in the Central Business that the main sign face South Avenue proficiency in the designated tests by While the information is still rather to snow…chances are baseball fields Most board members agreed that District for educational use, called and the second entrance sign face the 2013, roughly 10 years from now. preliminary, Dr. Hayes assured the will not be used this spring, fields the program was a good idea, how- Knit-A-Bit. parking lot. Board of Adjustment “Each state will establish a mini- public and the board that she will should be able to be used on Septem- ever some members had concerns with Cases that were heard included a members ruled that the South Avenue mum standard for the percentage of keep the district updated with infor- ber first for fall sports,” said Mr. Del the company’s (turnitin.com) mo- denial for homeowners Kevin and sign be no bigger than 20 feet by 2 students achieving proficiency,” the mation from the state. Sordi. tives. Some of the concerns included: NCLB act states. Carolyn Galligan, of Shackamaxon feet (which is the size of the existing According to Superintendent of The Superintendent’s Report ap- questions about solicitations to stu- The state will use the results of the Drive to retain a children’s play house sign) and that the second entrance Schools Dr. Carol Choye, “This month, proved out-of-district placements for dents via e-mail, security concern’s Elementary School Proficiency As- every state must give a plan.” Once two students. One student will be and questions about the website’s contrary to the positioning of the sign be no bigger than 10 feet by 2 sessment (ESPA) and Grade Eight feet. the state has formulated it’s plan, then attending Briarcliff Middle School revenue. structure. The town originally sited Proficiency Assessment (GEPA) the districts will have all the informa- in Mountain Lakes at a tuition cost of Ms. Senff assured that the site was the homeowners in October of 2001 Other approvals included Michael 2001-2002 test scores as a prelimi- tion in respect to the NCLB guide- $20,335. The other student will be implemented by graduate professors because the large wooden playhouse, and Mercedes Poyntz of Tamaques nary starting point for Adequate lines. attending the Cranford Alternative who assured her that this is a secure which is 12 feet high at the peak of the Way, constructing a second story Yearly Process (AYP). In preparing for the next academic Middle Program at a tuition cost of website. Ms. Senff also stated that roof, is located adjacent to the addition, Walter and Susan Brand of Additional indicators that will also year, Dr. Choye also discussed a pos- $14,709. universities in California as well as neighbor’s front and side yard on Lenox Avenue seeking to construct a be used to measure yearly progress sible calendar for the 2003-2004 The World Language Curriculum New Jersey’s own, Rutgers Univer- Knollwood Terrace. Board of Adjust- third floor dormer addition, Steve include factors such as: analyzing school year. In this tentative calen- was approved for grades 4 and 5 as sity have implemented this program. students as subgroups (includes sub- ment members ruled that the playhouse and Krista Pinkin of Kimball Turn dar, the school year would begin on well as high school Spanish II Aca- Ms. Senff and board members will groups of race, special education or be moved so that it is 20 feet from the seeking permission for an addition, September 4, and would end in late demic, Spanish II Accelerated and continue to follow and investigate poverty) and reviewing attendance June. In this calendar, the students Spanish III Academic. concerns regarding the plagiarism street sideline instead of the 8 feet that David and Pamela Fisezi of Carlton and graduation rates. Road for a second floor addition, would have a full two weeks off for In business functions, the school program. has placed it in violation of the town’s According to Dr. Hayes presenta- the winter/holiday break, which board awarded transportation con- In addition the board held a budget land use ordinance for three and a half George and Barbara Canellis to erect tion: would mean that students would be tracts to George Dapper, Inc., lowest meeting on Tuesday, January 14, years. The structure was originally a fire escape for a third floor apart- “Schools will be responsible for off from December 22 to January 5. bidder, for route S2 at a cost of $191.95 where needs for the 2003-2004 Spe- erected in the summer of 1999. ment on South Euclid Avenue and improving the academic perfor- Some of the board members felt per day and Amaker & Poterfield, cial Services budget were discussed. The Board also heard the case for Gregory and Lynda Kasko for a first mances of all students, and there will that the holiday break was two long lowest bidder, at a cost of $180 per Director of Special Service, Dr. the Fujiyama Mama Restaurant Corp. and second floor addition to their be consequences for districts and and that they would prefer to have the day, for route S3. Timothy Hamway, offered a prelimi- located in the Kentucky Fried home on Everson Place. schools that fail to progress. Schools students report to classes on January The board also approved the fol- nary presentation, requesting 10 ad- Chicken Strip Mall on South Avenue. Amended approvals included Marc lowing change orders pertaining to ditional staffing positions to be in- The restaurant was formerly Dress and Edna Edelman for a two-story school construction: Piping Plus, Inc., cluded in the 2003-2004 budget. WESTFIELD VOLUNTEER J.A. Coles, negative $3,417; Triple B After much discussion, no cuts or Barn. The applicant asked for a sec- addition in the rear and side of their house on Hillcrest Avenue and Fabricators, J.A. Coles, negative official changes to the budget pro- ond sign facing South Avenue as well RESCUE SQUAD BLOTTER $8,000; Piping Plus, Inc., Terrill posal were made. The Special Ser- as a sign over the main entrance fac- Murray and Lynn Sherenewky for an Middle School, negative $10,000 vices Proposal will be further reviewed ing the parking lot. The Board stated addition that was 3 percent bigger Statistics for for Weeks Week EndingEnding January Nov. 16, 4, 2002 2003 and Flanagan’s, SPFHS, $51,685. in future board meetings. that in order for them to approve the than allowed in the land use ordi- The board also approved accep- The board will hold their next pub- signage, the second sign must be nance on North Cottage Place. Nature of Call: First Call: Second Call: Third Call: tance in grant funding in the amount lic meeting on Thursday, January 23, Abd Injury Head/Neck Injury 10 5 3 of $17,000 from the Miles Hodsdon at 7:45 p.m. in the Administration WESTFIELD Airway Obstruction 1 Vernon Foundation, Inc. to be used in Building. Allergic Reaction 1 FIRE BLOTTER Behavioral Disorder 3 Bleeding/Hemorrhage 3 1 WF Council to Hear More FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27 vated unintentionally. Cardiac Arrest 1 • South Avenue, East – water leak. • Woodmere Drive – cooking fire. • Ramapo Way - malfunctioning • North Chestnut Street – gas leak Cardiac Related 1 1 Information About Fairs Diabetic Related (Potential) 1 fire alarm. in the street. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 • Boynton Avenue – cooking fire. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1 Fire Call 1 approval of the dates for their 2003 businesses exposure. • Bates Way – secure downed tele- • Tuttle Parkway – check a hot wall General Illness 3 events, including the three street fairs. Most of the council felt that the phone wire. in a home. Other Injury 2 Mayor McDermott asked Fourth street fairs are valuable to the town. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29 • Belvidere Avenue – water leak. Ward Democrat Councilwoman and First Ward Republican Council- • First Street – garage fire. THURSDAY, JANUARY 2 Respiratory Distress 4 1 Seizure 1 Liaison to the WACC Susan Jacobson man Peter Echausse stated that he has • Boynton Avenue – lift assist. • Coolidge Street – water prob- to get a consensus from the WACC heard negative feedback on the fairs MONDAY, DECEMBER 30 lem. Spinal Injury 5 about the events. The mayor com- and that it is, “getting to be too much.” • South Avenue, West – automobile • Glen Avenue – water problem. Stroke/CVA 1 1 mented that he heard feedback from First Ward Republican Council- accident with vehicle overturned. • North Avenue, East – automobile Suspected Fracture 3 1 residents and merchants that vendors man Sal Caruana stated that he has • Ramapo Way – malfunctioning accident with injuries. are coming from out of town, and that heard a range of opinions and that he fire alarm. • Mohican Drive – structure Syncope 2 1 1 Unconscious 1 stores have to pay for use of the street would like additional information • Linden Avenue – fire alarm acti- fire. in front of their stores. on the economic impact on the busi- vated unintentionally. • Grove Street – water in a base- TOTALS 38 10 1 Mayor McDermott also questioned nesses, and how the money raised • Linden Avenue – fire alarm acti- ment. if there needed to be three car shows. from the event is spent. vated unintentionally. • East Broad Street – overheated Paramedics 15 (first call); 4 (second call); 1 (third call) = 20 The mayor asked Councilman Genesis Eldercare 2 (first call); 1 (second call); 0 (third call) =3 Councilwoman Jacobson and • Linden Avenue – fire alarm acti- vehicle engine. Goldman to get a consensus from the Councilman Goldman will report Senior Citizen Complex 3 (first Downtown Westfield Corporation call); 1 (second call); 0 (third call) =4 back to the council after their meet- In-Town Emergency Calls 37 (first (DWC) and questioned, “At what ings with the WACC and the DWC. th call); 9 (second call); 1 (third call) =47 point is too much?” At the end of the meeting, Mr. Gildea Out-of-Town Mutual Aid 1 (first Debbie Schmidt, WACC Executive announced that the Senior Transpor- Attention 8 Graders call); 1 (second call); 0 (third call) =2 Director, was present at the meeting. tation services with the Red Cross TOTAL CALLS 49 She said that the street fairs give the will begin next week. He said that an ad campaign will be done in the local newspapers and on TV-36. Residents Come and learn more about can call (908) 232-7709 to schedule Donate Your Car transportation. Union County’s newest American Red Cross high school! 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SP-F School Bd. Asks Public to Participate No Child Left Behind Act, 2003-2004 Calendar In Planning Forum The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education has sched- Reviewed by Scotch Plains-Fanwood School Bd. uled a long-range planning fo- rum for Saturday, February 8, from By JENNIFER PINTO nated tests by 2013, roughly 10 would mean that students would be 8 a.m. to 3 p.m at McGinn El- Specially Written for The Times years from now. off from December 22 to January 5. ementary School in Scotch Plains. The “No Child Left Behind Act” “Each state will establish a mini- Some of the board members felt Participants in the all-day ses- of 2001 (NCLB), which was signed mum standard for the percentage of that the holiday break was two long sion will focus their discussions into law by President George W. students achieving proficiency,” the and that they would prefer to have on the strengths of the Scotch Bush one year ago, was discussed NCLB act states. the students report to classes on Plains-Fanwood public schools by Superintendent of Instruction The state will use the results of January 22 and 23, as well as start- and on the critical issues that will Dr. Margaret Hayes at the regular the Elementary School Proficiency ing a day earlier on September 3 confront the district in the future. scheduled Scotch Plains-Fanwood Assessment (ESPA) and Grade Eight instead of September 4. A facilitator from the New Jer- meeting on January 9. Proficiency Assessment (GEPA) Another idea was to hold the Pro- sey School Boards Association Dr. Hayes offered a presentation 2001-2002 test scores as a prelimi- fessional Staff Day, which has been will work with both small and to the board, outlining the guide- nary starting point for Adequate scheduled for September 3, on Janu- large groups during the day, and lines of NCLB. Yearly Process (AYP). ary 2, 2004. This plan would allow it is expected that the results of According to the NCLB, this pro- Additional indicators that will for students to be dismissed by June their discussions will be used to gram “represents some of the most also be used to measure yearly 17. All of these calendar plans are help shape the goals and future significant changes to the Elemen- progress include factors such as: currently tentative and under dis- direction of the school district analyzing students as subgroups cussion, no official calendar has over the next several years. tary and Secondary Education Act In an attempt to form as broad- (ESEA) since it was enacted in (includes subgroups of race, spe- been made public. based and representative a plan- 1965.” cial education or poverty) and re- Business Administrator/Board ning group as possible, the board Dr. Hayes’ presentation revealed viewing attendance and graduation Secretary Anthony Del Sordi up- is inviting participation by inter- that, beginning in 2002 through rates. dated the public on the remaining ested staff and community mem- 2003, “schools must administer tests According to Dr. Hayes presenta- construction projects in the district. bers. Those who would like to in each of three spans: grades 3 to 5, tion: According to Mr. Del Sordi, Park participate in this long-range plan- 6 to 9 and 10 to 12.” “Schools will be responsible for Jennifer Pinto for The Times Middle School “completed another “By 2005-2006, tests must be ad- improving the academic perfor- BUDGET TIME…On January 14, members of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board phase on the third floor.” ning day should contact Dr. Carol of Education met at the first public budget meeting of the year. The board discussed Choye, Superintendent of Schools, ministered every year in grades 3 mances of all students, and there the preliminary 2003-2004 Special Education Budget Proposal. Pictured, discussing “The only work remaining to be at (908) 232-6161, extension no. through 8 and one year in grades 10 will be consequences for districts the proposal, are: Board members Theresa Larkin, left, and Susan Dyckman, right. done is the music room, nurse’s room 40, or e-mail a message of interest through 12.” and schools that fail to progress. and the locker rooms,” stated Mr. to [email protected] by Janu- Science Achievement must also Schools that fail to make AYP for Del Sordi. All of this work is due to ary 17. be tested during the 2007-2008 two consecutive years will be iden- However, what remains the most trict.” be completed in March. A selection committee will school year. tified as needing improvement.” controversial is how “students will Schools that do not meet the AYP Brunner Elementary School is determine the final list of partici- The goal of the No Child Left Those schools will be required by be given the option to transfer to a for three years in a row must also awaiting electrical inspection for pants who will then be notified. Behind act is that all students the state to develop a “turn around better public school (one not identi- provide additional education ser- it’s multipurpose room. achieve proficiency in the desig- plan.” fied for improvement) in the dis- vices to children in need. At Scotch Plains-Fanwood High After four years of consecutive School (SPFHS), the cinderblock failure of the AYP, schools will be walls are coming up and the eleva- “identified for restructuring.” This tors are moving along. Fanwood Council Members Welcome New may include staff and curriculum “Field construction has ceased changes for the given school. due to snow…chances are baseball After five years of failure, it is fields will not be used this spring, possible that the state might take fields should be able to be used on Police Officer and Support Pay to Play Bill over or the school might convert to September first for fall sports,” said By KEVIN HANDERHAN ment. tions and criminal summonses. the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of a charter school. Mr. Del Sordi. Specially Written for The Times Next, Matthew Ruggieri and Councilman Joel Whittaker stated Education. He stated that the chil- Nevertheless, schools that im- The Superintendent’s Report ap- The Borough of Fanwood held its Michael Heinrich, both members of that the Fanwood Fire Department dren of McGinn Elementary School prove will be eligible for awards proved out-of-district placements for first televised Mayor and Council Troop No. 104, were honored with has received a substantial grant from will now fully enjoy their new multi- and staff may be recognized. At this CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Meeting of the New Year on Tuesday. the Eagle Scout Award. Mr. Ruggieri FEMA (Federal Emergency Manage- purpose room, which has been com- point, the types of awards are not Anthony Espinoza was sworn in at was present to accept his award ac- ment Agency) in order to make pur- pleted. known. the beginning of the meeting by companied by his mother and father. chases to increase fire safety. He added that new classrooms at Filled with questions and con- BOE Invites SP-F Mayor Louis Jung as Probationary He is currently a freshman at Rowan He also shared that he would like Park Middle School and elevators at cerns, the board asked Dr. Hayes to Patrolman B; making him the newest University. public opinion as to whether or not Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School keep the district informed regard- Residents to Attend member of the Fanwood Police De- Mr. Heinrich was unable to person- people want the string lights deco- should be finished by the end of ing the implementation of NCLB, Statewide Summit partment. ally accept his award because he at- rated downtown prohibited for the March. as well as it’s updated guidelines. Officer Espinoza was accompanied tends college at Bucknell University non-festive season or kept up all year Lastly, Councilman Trumpp in- The Garden State Coalition of by his wife and two sons as well as While the information is still Schools, a voluntary grass roots in Lewisburg, Pa. round. formed the council that a request for rather preliminary, Dr. Hayes as- numerous family and friends. The After the appointments and procla- The newest member of the council, a police officer to conduct traffic organization of 120 school dis- two young boys smiled brightly as mations, the council recapped the Andrew Calamaras, claimed that outside of Terrill School has been sured the public and the board that tricts, will hold a statewide sum- they watched their mother pin his past months revenue’s and progress Fanwood’s Department of Public rejected due to financial reasons. she will keep the district updated mit entitled, “Public Support for badge onto his suit jacket just above and compared them to the year of Works has made sure that all snow Councilwoman Katherine Mitchell with information from the state. Public Education.” his heart. 2002 as a whole. equipment has been made ready for seemed proud to announce that in the According to Superintendent of Parents, community members, Officer Espinoza holds over 10 years Councilman Stuart Kline an- the next big snowstorm. year of 2002, the borough welcomed Schools Dr. Carol Choye, “This Board of Education members and of experience in law enforcement nounced that, as the municipal court Councilman Calamaras also stated 110 newborn residents. She added month, every state must give a plan.” school personnel are invited to working for agencies such as the report reads, in the past month, viola- that the Senior Citizens Club, which that six babies were born this past Once the state has formulated it’s attend. The summit will consist Hillsborough Police Department, the tions have accumulated $10,284 for consists now of 82 members, is offi- month including Councilman plan, then the districts will have all of a practical conversion that will Jupiter, Fla. Police Department and the Borough of Fanwood. cially closed. Prospective new mem- Michael Brennan’s baby daughter the information in respect to the discuss problems with current the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office. That figure is slightly down from bers will have to put their names on a Grace. NCLB guidelines. funding systems and revenue He is replacing Officer Jason last years monthly revenue of waiting list. Councilman Brennan announced In preparing for the next academic sources, Perspectives on school Everett, who has accepted a position $12,000, accrued from fines due to Councilman David Trumpp briefed to the council that it is the Fanwood year, Dr. Choye also discussed a finance in N.J. and potential re- with the Scotch Plains Police Depart- parking summonses, moving viola- the council on the current status of Library’s 100th Anniversary this year. possible calendar for the 2003-2004 forms for progress. The library is scheduling events all school year. In this tentative calen- The event will be held in the year round to honor this occasion. dar, the school year would begin on East Brunswick High School au- Some standard ideas are a Block Part September 4, and would end in late ditorium at 7:30 p.m., on Febru- SP Council Approves Shuttle Bus; in May, the Creation of a Commemo- June. In this calendar, the students ary 12. rative Quilt and a Fundraiser. would have a full two weeks off for For more information, please contact [email protected]. The council moved to re-appoint the winter/holiday break, which Presents Municipal Alliance $7,000 CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

By FRED ROSSI and the fifth appointed by Scotch Zazzali paid tribute to Mrs. Ledder, Specially Written for The Times Plains Mayor Martin Marks and while Councilman Frank Rossi, the The long-awaited shuttle bus ser- Fanwood Mayor Louis Jung. The governing body’s liaison to the Com- vice between the Fanwood train sta- agency will set bus routes, timetables, mission, expressed his “heartfelt tion and various points in Scotch fees and advertising policies. thanks” for her “tremendous commit- Plains and Fanwood should be opera- In other business, the council in- ment.” tional within the next few months after troduced three ordinances. One ap- In an effort to encourage drivers to the Scotch Plains Township Council propriates $200,000 from the state maintain posted speed limits, espe- approved a resolution at its meeting Department of Transportation to be cially in residential areas, Mayor on Tuesday night authorizing the sign- used for the upcoming Westfield Road Marks announced that road signs will ing of an agreement with Fanwood to repaving project. soon begin to be placed around Scotch formalize the arrangement. A second regulates parking on Plains that will urge motorists to Two buses, each seating about 25 Martine Avenue in front of the “Keep Kids Alive - Drive 25.” passengers, will run during the morning Fanwood-Scotch Plains Y while the He said the program was begun in and afternoon rush hours on the north third would allow homeowners to California and will also involve plac- and south sides of the railroad tracks. extend porches and decks further than ing similarly worded signs on lawns One bus will be devoted to serving is currently permitted. Public hear- in neighborhoods where excessive the bulk of Fanwood and the south- ings on the three ordinances will be speeding may be a problem. ern side of Scotch Plains while the held at the council’s Tuesday, Janu- The Mayor urged residents inter- other bus will serve the northern sides ary 28, meeting. ested in the lawn signs to contact him. of both communities. Mayor Marks presented represen- Mayor Marks also signed a procla- NJ Transit, which is administering tatives from the Municipal Alliance mation designating Monday, January the federally-funded program, will Committee, a local group that works 20, as Martin Luther King Day, Jr. and disburse grants to fund the operating to prevent substance abuse, with a reminded residents that the observance costs of the program. It’s estimated $7,000 check to support its programs of Dr. King’s birthday will be held on that Scotch Plains residents will make and activities. The money was raised Sunday at 7 p.m. at St. John’s Baptist up the bulk of the shuttle buses’ rid- at the recent Mayor’s charity gala. Church on Morse Avenue. ers, since most township residents The council also honored Dianne At the start of the meeting, in what live more than walking distance from Ledder for her 20 years of volunteer has become an annual tradition, 30 the train station in Fanwood. service to the Township Recreation members of the Terrill Middle School A five-member agency will be cre- Commission. Chorus, under the direction of Mary ated to administer the service, with Recreation Director Ray Poerio and Lu Farrell, performed for the council. two members being from each town Recreation Commission Chairman Ed The choir has performed in the pro- duction of A Christmas Carol at The PAGE INDEX PAGE INDEX Theater at Madison Square Garden in THE GOVERNOR VISITS MOUNTAINSIDE...During a press conference at Children’s Specialized Hospital in Mountainside Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 16-18 New York City and appeared on CBS on January 12, Governor James McGreevey pledged to support legislation which would authorize stem cell research in the Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 21-22 television’s “The Early Show” last state. The Governor also visited with hospital leadership and patients of the nation’s largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital. Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-15 month. Above the Governor is pictured with Lisa Buff, Physical Therapist Sally Yoblick and patient Keith Buff. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, January 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION No Child Left Behind Act Parents Worried About Funding of Sports, Say Examined by SP-F School Bd. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Westfield BOE Does Not Pay Attention to Them two students. One student will be at- funds in school facilities. tending Briarcliff Middle School in Carol Senff, Director of the Lan- By CHARLOTTE LEDERMAN commented that the decision to end that the mold appears to have been In other business, the board noted Mountain Lakes at a tuition cost of guage Arts Department at SPFHS, gave Specially Written for The Times a different portion of the public’s completely eliminated, yet no offi- the closure of public schools for $20,335. The other student will be a presentation on a plagiarism preven- WESTFIELD -- At Tuesday night’s discussion due to a time constraint cial written report to confirm this is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on attending the Cranford Alternative tion program, which is currently being meeting, the Westfield Board of was unfair, as she felt the board currently available. Monday, January 20. It was also Middle Program at a tuition cost of piloting at the high school. Education repeatedly came under members had spent the majority of Members of the public voiced noted that the Westfield Recital $14,709. The program, which was purchased fire from members of the public who the allotted time speaking them- concern that their children had been Series begins on Wednesday, Janu- The World Language Curriculum for $900, through a California website packed the usually sparsely popu- selves. learning in this room and that it has ary 29. was approved for grades 4 and 5 as well called turnitin.com, allows teachers to lated room. In addition to being somewhat caused the resignation of long-time The board congratulated several as high school Spanish II Academic, check student papers for plagiarism. Members of the community at- upset at the board’s conduct during teacher, Patricia Jakubowski. students as well. Members of the Spanish II Accelerated and Spanish III According to Ms. Senff’s presenta- tended the meeting in order to re- the meeting, the public also spoke Mrs. Gardner replied that this is- Westfield High School Orchestra Academic. tion, the program discourages students spond to the board’s agenda for the out on the board’s handling of the sue had not reached the board until have met with recent success and In business functions, the school board to plagiarize. night. This focused primarily on mold in Room B-2 in McKinley this past December and that the have been noted for their top perfor- awarded transportation contracts to Most board members agreed that the Superintendent’s Report. The Elementary School. board is responsible for matters of mances. George Dapper, Inc., lowest bidder, for the program was a good idea, however board used this area of the agenda to Non-toxic mold has been found broad policy, not building mainte- Meanwhile, the bowling team route S2 at a cost of $191.95 per day and some members had concerns with the further explore a preliminary dis- nance. won first place at the Brick tourna- Amaker & Poterfield, lowest bidder, at a company’s (turnitin.com) motives. in this location since 2000. The ment this past weekend. cost of $180 per day, for route S3. Some of the concerns included: ques- cussion of the budget for the up- room has undergone a couple of The overall tone of the public The board also approved the fol- tions about solicitations to students coming year. tests and measures such as replac- seemed to reflect their belief that a The board will reconvene next on lowing change orders pertaining to via e-mail, security concern’s and ques- Dr. William Foley, Superinten- ing tiles and cleaning has been problem which spanned three years Tuesday, January 28, for the con- school construction: Piping Plus, Inc., tions about the website’s revenue. dent of Schools, first provided an taken to remove the mold. could be considered a “broad” mat- tinuation of preliminary budget J.A. Coles, negative $3,417; Triple B Ms. Senff assured that the site was overview of the 2003-2004 budget However, it was not until recently ter for discussion. talks. Fabricators, J.A. Coles, negative implemented by graduate professors for Westfield public schools. With a $8,000; Piping Plus, Inc., Terrill who assured her that this is a secure total increase of 5.7 percent, the Middle School, negative $10,000 and website. Ms. Senff also stated that estimated maximum budget is Mountainside School Bd. Reviews Flanagan’s, SPFHS, $51,685. universities in California as well as $65,452,158. The board also approved accep- New Jersey’s own, Rutgers University Budget increases are anticipated tance in grant funding in the amount have implemented this program. from health insurance/employee of $17,000 from the Miles Hodsdon Ms. Senff and board members will benefits (estimated to increase by Budget; Mr. Kress Still President Vernon Foundation, Inc. to be used in continue to follow and investigate 15 percent), special education, per- connection with a prototype class- concerns regarding the plagiarism pro- By MARY RONK board that the numbers in these docu- lic via the Mountainside website and sonnel, and proposed personnel re- Specially Written for The Times room at Brunner School. gram. quests. Combined, these compo- ments were only estimates at this also the local media. MOUNTAINSIDE -- According to The board also approved receipt of In addition the board held a budget nents add up to an increase of an point. The public should view this The board is also looking into the the Board Secretary Report, Treasurer meeting on Tuesday, January 14, where estimated $3,685,000. Sally Rivieccio, Vice President of the information as just the beginning of specifics of broadcasting school of School Funds Report and budget needs for the 2003-2004 Special Ser- In conjunction with the board’s Mountainside Board of Education, finalizing the budget. board meetings on Channel 35. Many Richard Kress was not present at the adjustments for October and Novem- vices budget were discussed. analysis of the budget was a discus- Mrs. Rivieccio asked for the com- ideas were discussed on how to ac- most recent school board meeting ber of 2002. Director of Special Service, Dr. Timo- sion regarding the estimated in- munity to get involved with the for- complish this, including getting The following bills were also ap- thy Hamway, offered a preliminary this past Tuesday night. crease in enrollment, as more stu- mation of this budget. Mountainside students involved with proved: presentation, requesting 10 additional Toward the end of the meeting, the dents create a greater demand for There will be subsequent meetings the filming to also obtaining a grant December 20, 2002 bill list for staffing positions to be included in the board had not commented on the taking place in both February and from Comcast to offset costs are be- $989,473.44; first December 2002 2003-2004 budget. After much dis- staff and extra-curricular activities, such as sports. recent developments regarding Mr. March to determine the numbers ing considered. manual checklist for $285,641.98 and cussion, no cuts or official changes to Kress’ call to appear before the Su- Indeed, it was the topic of sports which need to be ready by April of Additionally, the lighting of the the second December 20, 2002 bill list the budget proposal were made. The preme Court Disciplinary Review that proved most interesting to the 2003. The board may add more pub- field at Governor Livingston High for $907,038.15. Special Services Proposal will be fur- Board (DRB). members of the Westfield commu- lic meetings if necessary to make the School in Berkeley Heights is still The board will continue to review ther reviewed in future board meet- Concerned parent, Colleen Manion existing polices and will further re- ings. nity present at Tuesday’s meeting. April deadline. Specific meeting dates being considered. Details on the num- As the board discussed, a gender of Poplar Avenue, specifically asked will be made available. ber of events and concerns that neigh- view the policy no. 1312/5145.6 re- The board will hold their next public the board to comment on the garding student and/or Parent com- meeting on Thursday, January 23, at 7:45 equity comparison of high school Turning to an update on the con- bors have regarding noise, and how president’s current status. plaints and policy no. 1314 soliciting p.m. in the Administration Building. sports of 2001-2002 shows that struction of the Beechwood and these lights will affect their neighbor- Mrs. Rivieccio responded that Mr. there is a rather large gender equity Deerfield Schools, Dr. Schaeller in- hood are strongly being considered. Kress was still president and was not gap. formed everyone that by February 1, The next school board meeting is at the meeting because of a previous SCOTCH PLAINS The breakdown reveals that boys he will have more direction and infor- scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, at POLICE BLOTTER comprise 55 percent of student ath- commitment. That was all she “was at mation will be forwarded to the pub- 8 p.m. letes, have 60 percent of the liberty to say” at that point. The primary focus of the meeting coaches, 54 percent of the teams, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 26 from an unlocked vehicle in the 300 was the budget for school year 2003- and 60 percent of the funding. Com- • A Donomy Glen resident reported block of Park Avenue during the 2004. pare these numbers to the 45 per- Fanwood Council Welcomes unauthorized charges made on a credit evening. Dr. Gerard Schaller, Chief School cent of girl athletes at the school card account in amounts of approxi- THURSDAY, JANUARY 2 Administrator, presented two draft mately $5,100 total. • Reported theft of a bicycle from in who have 40 percent of the coaches, New Police Officers to Boro. 46 percent of the teams, and 40 documents, which reviewed esti- • Reported theft from a Ramapo front of an East Second Street busi- mated expenditures for years 2002- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 percent of the funding, and it is Way resident of $50 cash from the ness at approximately 1:15 p.m. 2003 and 2003-2004. Tax Collector Colleen Huehn. Ray Manfra and Ray Poerio were FRIDAY, JANUARY 3 clear that the boys maintain an ad- kitchen area. No sign of forced entry Costs were broken down for grades Councilman Kline sees her as more also appointed Shared Service Co- • A Jersey Avenue resident reported vantage in this arena. was found and nothing else appeared Pre-K through eight, and included than just competent enough for ordinator of Public Works and Rec- that her jacket and cell phone was Proposed athletic alternatives are to be disturbed. estimated dollars for salaries, sup- the job and Councilwoman reation respectively. Mr. Manfra will FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27 removed from a Scotch Plains- to reduce the gender equity gap, add coaches/teams to accommodate plies, textbooks, equipment and field Mitchell added that she has been be honored for his four years of • Three female juveniles from Fanwood High School locker that trips for both the Deerfield and increasing student participation at very dependable and consistently outstanding service in the coming Scotch Plains and Fanwood were taken she shared. The victim stated that the Beechwood School locations. the high school, and restore fund- kept the tax budget within 98 to month. Patricia Hernandez was ap- into custody in possession of alcohol locker was locked. There was concern voiced by the pointed by the council to fill the SATURDAY, JANUARY 4 ing to the eighth grade sports pro- 99 percent. in the area of Lyde Place at approxi- role of Deputy Prosecutor until De- • A burglary was reported at a gram. mately 12:20 a.m. cember 31. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27 business on South Avenue. The sus- The board also heard from several The council supported a resolu- • An Arrowwood Drive resident re- pects shattered the front glass win- residents, which staunchly sup- tion authorizing tax collectors to ported someone used his identity to dow and removed an undetermined ported the reinstatement of middle cancel tax refunds under $10. The try to obtain credit which was denied. amount of money from the cash reg- school sports. Others spoke about decision was not unanimous No financial loss was reported. ister. The incident was reported at finding room in the budget for fund- though. • A Raritan Road resident reported 2:34 a.m. ing of the ice hockey and girl’s Councilman Kline opposed in an someone changed the address for his SATURDAY, JANUARY 11 lacrosse teams. attempt to persuade the rest of the credit card billing. No additional • A Victor Street resident reported At this time, the board drew some council to make the limit $5. He charges were of as this date posted. nine harassing telephone calls. The heat, as a few members of the public SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28 victim believes that they’re coming voiced concern that the board was stated, “…five dollars can pay for a • An East Second Street resident from a family member. not paying attention to them. One matinee movie….people deserve reported someone scratched his • A Madison resident reported Westfield resident pointed out that that money.” The vote was 5-1, in parked vehicle sometime over- having his vehicles two headlight the board president and vice-presi- favor of the $10 limit. night. assemblies and front grill from his dent were talking during a resident’s A Shared Service agreement be- SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29 2003 Nissan Maxima removed time at the microphone. tween Fanwood and neighboring • A Jackson Avenue resident re- while it was parked at a business on Board President Arlene Gardner towns was supported by the coun- ported being harassed by someone Mountain Avenue. The incident responded that she was asking a cil. The agreement includes ringing her doorbells. occurred sometime between 12:50 pertinent question at the time. $16,000 that Fanwood would have • Report of personal items taken and 2:50 p.m. Another member of the public to fund to endure constant Field Maintenance.

Benjamin B. Corbin for The Times Councilman Whittaker per- th THANKS FOR THE MEMORABILIA....After 20 years vending vintage suaded the council to vote in favor memorabilia at 17 Elm Street in Westfield, owner Mary Lou Strafaci will retire and of a bill to control medical mal- Attention 8 Graders close the doors of Marylou’s Memorabilia. A close-out sale will be held until practice premiums. He believes that inventory runs out toward the end of February. a control of these premiums will lead to control of health insurance Come and learn more about which will in turn help lower prop- Donate Your Car erty taxes. Lastly, the council was in full Union County’s newest American Red Cross support of Assemblyman Tom Kean, Westfield / Mountainside Chapter Jr.’s “Pay to Play” bill which is in- high school! Help Can’t Wait tended to reform the state’s public Call: 1-888-999-HELP (4357) contracts law. The council “con- ceptually agreed with the intent and One Call Does It All spirit of the bill.” The governing Tax Deductible • Free Towing body called for the bill to be brought Any Make / Any Model • Cars Trucks & Vans to a vote by the Assembly this month.

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If a high-impact pesti- 2002 Governor James McGreevey cide must be used in a school or on involving former State Senator Donald signed into law legislation sponsored school grounds, notification about By FRED ROSSI Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times DiFrancesco and the late Assembly- by Assemblywoman Linda Stender the use and nature of the pesticide man Alan Augustine, both of Scotch and Assembly Majority Leader Jo- would have to be made available to Scotch Plains Mayor Martin Marks, who has called for property tax reform Plains. “It would be nice to take a seph Roberts Jr. that would require all school employees and parents or break,” the mayor said, “and it certainly public and private schools to adopt guardians of children who attend the a number of times in the recent past, said he is interested in becoming a weighs on my mind” that it might be pest control plans that rely less on affected school. useful to give the local political orga- harmful pesticides. The DEP would be allowed to issue candidate for either the State Assem- bly or State Senate this November. nization a respite from fundraising and Bill A-2841 calls for school dis- an administrative order or notice of other campaign activities. tricts to establish Integrated Pest Man- violation to any school or school “No firm decisions have been agement (IPM) policies based on a district that fails to comply with the made,” the Mayor told The Times of model to be developed by the state provisions of the bill. Scotch Plains-Fanwood this week, Ensign Cosmas Wraps Department of Environmental Pro- but he did say that after his January 1 Six-Month Deployment tection (DEP) and creates a notifica- Committee to Present speech at the Township Council’s reorganization meeting, one devoted FANWOOD – United States Navy tion protocol. Ensign Laura Cosmas, the daughter of “Most pesticides are highly toxic Ecumenical Service in full to what he sees as the need for property tax reform, “I’ve had quite a Theresa and John Cosmas of Fanwood, chemicals, which children should not GARWOOD – The Garwood Cen- recently completed a six-month deploy- inhale or ingest,” said Assembly- tennial Celebration Committee will number of people ask me” about run- ning for the State Legislature. ment to the Mediterranean Sea and the woman Stender. “The advance notifi- hold an Ecumenical Service at St. Arabian Gulf while assigned to the guided cation of parents and staff will protect Anne’s Roman Catholic Church in Mayor Marks added that he has also spoken with local and county missile destroyer USS Laboon, home the students in our schools by allow- Garwood on Sunday, February 2, at 3 ported in Norfolk, Va. ing them to avoid contact.” p.m. Republican Party officials. Two years ago, the mayor expressed an interest Ensign Cosmas is among more than The model IPM policy would con- Joining the celebration will be 10,000 Atlantic Fleet sailors and Ma- centrate on long-term prevention by parishioners from the Garwood Pres- in running for the State Assembly, but was defeated at the county conven- rines aboard the ships of the USS George creating a hierarchy of pest removal. byterian Church and St. Paul’s United Washington Carrier Battle Group and Pest control will begin with non-harm- Church of Christ, also in Garwood. CHARITABLE TRIM…Alison Krakauer, 5 ½, donated 10 inches of her hair to tion by former Republican Mayor the Locks of Love charity in Lake Worth, Fla. The organization provides hair pieces Gabe Spera. the USS Nassau Amphibious Ready ful methods such as better sanitation The keynote speaker will be former Group. and structural repair followed by low- Garwood resident and author Tho- to children with cancer or alopecia, a medical condition with no cause or cure. Mayor Marks said he doesn’t know whether he would run for Assembly or During the deployment, Ensign impact pesticides. Pesticides that are mas Perrotta. Cosmas’ ship visited the ports of Crete, most harmful to people and the envi- The Centennial theme will be Senate. “We’ll have to see who else Arbor Day Foundation comes forward” in the 22nd District, Greece and Jebel Ali in the United ronment would only be used after all “Taking Pride in the Past, Celebrat- Arab Emirates. The crew had the op- others alternatives have been ex- ing the Present and Embracing the which encompasses parts of Union, Somerset and Middlesex Counties. portunity to shop, sightsee and enjoy hausted, and then only after proper Future.” Refreshments will follow Offers Flowering Trees the local culture and cuisine. notification to parents and school the service. Referring to the lengthy list of Repub- licans lining up to replace District 21 Described as one of the most pow- COUNTY — Ten free flowering The trees will be shipped post- erful warships ever put to sea, Ensign trees will be given to each person paid at the right time for planting Assemblyman Tom Kean, Jr., who will be elevated to the State Senate shortly, Cosmas’ vessel features the computer- INVEST IN THE STOCK who joins the National Arbor Day between Saturday, February 1, and based AEGIS weapons system, which Foundation this month. Saturday, May 31 with enclosed Mayor Marks said the long list in that predominantly Republican district and is the heart of its war-fighting capa- The free trees are part of the non- planting instructions. The six to bility. It centers around a powerful MARKET’S UPSIDE profit foundation’s Trees for 12-inch trees are guaranteed to the lack of real interest, so far, by Republicans in District 22 “speaks to radar that enables the crew to detect, America campaign. grow or they will be replaced free track and fire on more than 100 tar- They include two White Flower- of charge. the obscenity of the gerrymandering WITHOUT RISKING THE of our legislative districts,” noting that gets at a time. ing Dogwoods, two Flowering Members also receive a subscrip- A 1996 graduate of Scotch Plains- Crabapples, two Goldenraintrees, tion to the Foundation’s bimonthly “just a handful” of all legislative dis- tricts in New Jersey are truly competi- Fanwood High School, Ensign Cosmas two Washington Hawthorns and publication, Arbor Day, and “The joined the Navy in June of 2000. DOWNSIDE. two American Redbuds. Tree Book,” with information tive. And with voter registration in the “These compact trees were se- about tree planting and care. 22nd heavily in favor of Democrats, lected for planting in large or small To become a member of the Foun- any race “will be an uphill battle,” the U.S. Treasury, OMB mayor admitted. SM spaces,” said John Rosenow, the dation and to receive the free trees, And IRS Announce FIND OUT HOW WITH OUR SAFETY FIRST Foundation’s President. “They will send a $10 contribution to Ten Free But, “if I am a candidate, this will INVESTMENTS. give your home the beauty of lovely Flowering Trees, National Arbor be an opportunity to keep the issue of Free File Initiative pink, white and yellow flowers – Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Av- property tax reform on the front burner and to make sure that whoever wins is SPRINGFIELD - The Department You don’t want to miss the long-term growth and also provide winter berries and enue, Nebraska City, Neb. 68410, of Treasury, Office of Management nesting sites for songbirds.” by Friday, January 31. aware that it’s an important, if not the opportunity of the stock market. But you want to limit most important, issue and they can’t and Budget (OMB) and Internal Rev- your downside risk. 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By KEVIN HANDERHAN By LAUREN S. PASS Plainfield City Council, said that the By FRED ROSSI be bi-partisan in an attempt to con- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tinue the fight. town committee would meet on Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Westfield was appointed to a three- WESTFIELD -- In the past week, The Senate seat, in question, will WESTFIELD – With Assemblyman Wednesday, January 22, to choose COUNTY -- A number of area resi- year term on the Advisory Board on Tom Kean Jr., of Westfield, the 21st be vacated by Senator Richard Bag- Tom Kean, Jr. expected to be ap- whom its candidate will be at the dents were named to various county the Disabled. district Assemblyman, has been run- ger. Increased responsibilities and a pointed as Senator Richard Bagger’s district caucus tentatively scheduled boards and agencies at the January 5 Dr. Martin Sheehy of Westfield ning towards the finish line. His des- promotion at Pfizer are part of why successor, a candidate has yet to be for Saturday, February 15. reorganization meeting of the Union was named to a three-year term on tination is a seat on the New Jersey Senator Bagger is stepping away from chosen to fill Assemblyman Kean’s Mr. Bramnick previously taught County Board of Chosen Freeholders. the Runnells Hospital Board of Senate. the Senate. He also hopes to spend District 21 seat. graduate and undergraduate courses Chairwoman Deborah Scanlon Managers. Pat Plante of Fanwood Assemblyman Kean will finally be time with his family and donate more Two of Westfield’s prominent Re- at Rutgers University and Ryder Col- announced the appointments dur- was named to the county Parks and able to “take a breather” today, Janu- time to the private sector. Assembly- publicans have thrown their hats in lege. He has been practicing law for ing the board’s business session, Recreation Advisory Board for the ary 16 at 6 p.m. at the Westwood in man Kean views him as a tremendous the ring, Mayor Gre- 23 years and is a three- following the ceremonial swear- next three years. Registered Nurse Garwood, when the Convention Elec- mentor, leader and a good friend and gory McDermott and time winner of the Fun- ing-in of newly elected Freehold- Adeline Guida, of Scotch Plains tion is held. The District Committee, holds the time served with him as a Republican Commit- niest Lawyer in New Jer- ers Nicholas Scutari, Angel Estrada was named to a three-year term on which consists of 450 members repre- privilege. He comments, “Richard is tee Chairman Jon sey contest. He said that and Rick Proctor. the Senior Citizen & Disabled Resi- senting the 16 towns of the district, one of those unique individuals who Bramnick. he would like to bring all Anita Weinberg, Executive Direc- dent Transportation Board. will determine whether or not Assem- can pull the four P’s of the job to- Both candidates of his skills and talents tor of the Visiting Health Services, Suplee, Clooney & Co. of Westfield blyman Kean will be appointed to the gether: policy, people, politics and told The Westfield together to “help the vot- and Joe Fox, both of Westfield, were will serve as county auditor this year, Senate. process.” Leader that they in- ers.” among eight appointments to the while Garrubbo, Romankow, Rinaldo Mr. Kean’s race has If appointed, tend to remain in their Mr. Bramnick told The Advisory Council on Aging for the & Capece of Westfield will provide been pretty clean, Mr. Kean’s role current positions. Jon Bramnick Leader that he “decided next three years. Anthony LaPorta of special counsel services for person- considering that he of 21st District Mayor McDermott to follow my passion, not Westfield was appointed to the Citi- nel affairs. is running unop- Assemblyman said that he feels he is following “the my pocketbook.” zens Insurance Review Board for the posed. will need to be path of Richard Bagger,” as well as He stated that a candidate, “better next year. R. Michael Finne of During his time as filled. The ap- the path of his father, former Senate have some sense of humor if you’re Westfield was named to the Construc- See it all on the Web! Assemblyman, As- pointment of President Frank McDermott. He going into politics.” tion Board of Appeals for the next semblyman Kean has the new Assem- pointed out that he started at a lower Both candidates support the pro- four years. Elesa Sananman of www.goleader.com served on the Bud- blyman will level of government than his father. cess by which a candidate is cho- get Committee as take place on The mayor feels that he can bal- sen and feel they have support in well as the State Gov- Saturday, Feb- ance his position as mayor with the town. ernment Committee. ruary 15. The Assembly position, as well as his job Whichever candidate is chosen PSE&G ENERGY HLD He has continually same group of and family. According to the mayor by Westfield will be put on the bal- stressed public ser- people that will most of his time at work is spent out lot for the party caucus in February, vice and the impor- gather to make on the road with clients, and he will where he will face nominees from 10.00% tance of being truly the decision on be able to work his schedule around other municipalities in the district. caring about the Mayor Gregory McDermott, left, with Assemblyman Monday and Thursday sessions in The 21st District includes Berkeley community. In his Assemblyman Tom Kean Jr. Kean’s Senate Trenton. Heights, Chatham, Cranford, spare time, Assem- appointment will also decide who is Mayor McDermott said that this is Garwood, Harding, Long Hill, Madi- Interest Paid Semi-Annual blyman Kean is a volunteer with the best suited for the role of Assembly- an opportunity that only comes son, Millburn, Mountainside, New Final Maturity 10/01/2009 Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad. man. There are many standout candi- around every eight to 10 years. Providence, Roselle Park, Spring- One issue Assemblyman Kean is dates for the job; some notable names Mr. Bramnick, an attorney, who field, Summit, Warren and Callable as of Non-Callable very passionate about is campaign include Westfield Republican Com- served for over seven years on the Watchung. finance reform. He stated, “I con- mittee Chairman Jon Bramnick and Rated: Moody’s Baa3 tinue to put my best effort forward to Westfield Mayor Gregory S&P BBB- ensure that politics is removed from McDermott. OWEN BRAND the contracting process of state gov- Assemblyman Kean has many Kim Lavin ernment.” ideas regarding what he would do as His fight to pass the Pay to Play bill a member of the Senate; he plans to Registered Senior Sales Assistant is a clear example of this. This bill keep on targeting campaign finance Your Home Town 203 Elm Street specifically limits and puts restric- reform. 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 4 Thursday, January 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ THE TIMES The Westfield Leader of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— DD Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield DDTM and the County of Union the Township of Scotch Plains Diction Deception Member of: Member of: Dr. Foley Responds to Hone Letter; New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association Below are four arcane words, each with National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association Discusses Status of Elm St. School four definitions – only one is correct. The Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association others are made up. Are you sharp enough Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey Responding to Joanne Hone’s letter of tions and maintenance of plant” is LESS Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey January 9 gives me the opportunity to than the state average. I might add that our to discern this deception of diction? If you can guess one correctly – good P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue update the public regarding some of the total administrative costs are also below Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 physical and educational changes that have the state average. (Data from the 2001-02 guess. If you get two – well-read indi- vidual. If you get three – word expert. If Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 taken place in the Westfield Public School school year, as reported in the latest New district. Jersey State Report Card). In order to you get all four – You must have a lot of free time! POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at Since the late 1970s, the building at 302 provide reasonable class sizes and effec- Elm Street which was once used as an tive instruction, we have built additions All words and correct definitions P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 come from the board game Diction PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. elementary annex and earlier used as a high onto most of our elementary schools and school, has been occupied by administra- are now doing so at Westfield High Deception. Horace R. Corbin Answers to last week’s arcane words. Fred K. Lecomte tive and maintenance personnel. As Ms. School. Michelle H. LePoidevin PUBLISHER Hone is aware, three appraisals were done As far as updating labs, we began 1. Greffier – A recorder or registrar A&E and EDUCATION David B. Corbin MARKETING DIRECTOR 2. Grelot – A small bell similar to a Michael L. Bartiromo on the Elm Street Property. Ard Appraisal building a brand new science wing at Suzette F. Stalker ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS Company completed appraisals in 1991 Westfield High School last year that will sleighbell COMMUNITY MARKETING & PRODUCTION and again in 1996. In 1998 we hired Timo- be ready in 2003. It will include 13 new 3. Sarcenet – A soft silk cloth, used for Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly Jennifer Pinto OFFICE MANAGER thy Hoffman Inc. to appraise Elm Street science labs as well as new computer ribbons, linings, etc. NEWS & REPORTING MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS once again. The market value of the prop- rooms and other classrooms. Last year 4. Ulotrichi – The woolly-haired peoples Lauren S. Pass Ben Corbin Lauren A. Gruman SERVICES erty was estimated to be $1,600,000. A alone, we revised 44 different curricula in UNGULATE ASSIGNMENT EDITOR MARKETING & PRODUCTION SUBSCRIPTION PRICE study was also done by M. Disko Associ- the school district. Westfield students’ 1. Having hoofs One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 ates on the cost of converting Lincoln understanding of the State’s core curricu- 2. To spread out or ooze School to administrative offices. (Lincoln lum standards is confirmed time and time 3. Showing patience; calmness School is owned by the Board of Education again in their standardized test scores. 4. To give a wavy form, margin, or and located on Westfield Avenue). Disko I do agree with Mrs. Hone that field surface estimated the renovations would cost be- trips are a nice addition to a student’s DESMACHYME As Budgets Get Underway, We Hope to See tween $1,559,000 and $2,116,000. This school year. Westfield has not discontin- 1. The hard, protective outer layer of an included the construction of a new mainte- ued them. In years past, prior to the insect nance garage. (We currently operate one at availability of the Internet, field trips were 2. In zoology, a group of bloodsucking Effective Solutions to Longtime Problems Elm Street.) the only way for a student to visit a bats, native of Central and South America Lincoln School is not sitting vacant. museum. Today, students visit muse- 3. The connective tissue of sponges This time last year, municipal and county govern- From our perch, we see the blight infesting Newark, We currently rent the building for $135,000 ums, authors and even other countries on 4. An order of mollusks having irregular ments, along with the public school systems of our Irvington, Paterson, Jersey City, Camden, among oth- annually to Union County Educational their classroom or library computer. Each hinged teeth area, were lamenting that state aid would not be ers, as a pressing issue. The blight affecting those cities Services Commission. In 1998, the Board one of our classrooms is wired for Internet HORNOTINE concluded that relocating its administra- access and close to $50,000 in library 1. Resembling grape clusters increased – it would stay the same as the previous year. represents a “sinkhole” of tax dollars for entrenched tive offices to Lincoln was not a good use computer upgrades were installed in both 2. A bird in its first year It came as a shock then, because spending by govern- and less than honorable interests. From a human of taxpayer dollars. intermediate schools and Westfield High 3. Bristled; standing erect ment and school systems always increases. The added perspective, these people are suffering and are not With the exception of an elevator instal- School last year. 4. Solidified; hardened lation at Elm Street in 1999, required for Regarding opportunities for our music EXPERRECTION spending could not be offset by more aid from the making progress. It seems that few leaders want to handicapped accessibility, no capital ex- students, they still get invited to perform 1. To remove the bones from state. The added costs would need to be borne by the touch these issues. penditures have been spent on the build- in Atlantic City at the teachers’ conven- 2. Putting out or destroying the eyes property owner through increased taxes. Local prop- We do feel that the automobile insurance system in ing in ten years. Minimal repairs and tion, and in fact, did so last November. 3. Coughing up or spitting upkeep, such as recent painting of the Five Westfield High school students were 4. Awaking from sleep erty taxes rose by 10 percent last year. the state is broken. However, problems such as insur- floors, have been done. The Elm Street selected to the All-State Wind Orchestra, Governor McGreevey, again struggling with the ance won’t be fixed by increasing the arrests of little building is still owned and occupied by eight students were chosen to the All- the Westfield Board of Education and is State Mixed Choir and two selected as Knights of Columbus New Jersey state budget, has announced that state aid guys who can’t afford coverage. In our view, the not for sale. members of the New Jersey Women’s to schools, counties and municipalities will not in- insurance laws of the state are wrong. The laws have Mrs. Hone is correct in stating that lack Chorus. I can go on and on about the Thanks Residents crease this year either. The Governor focused his State established entrenched interests of big money that feed of state funding negatively affects our accolades won by our students and staff. revenue stream. We are continually chal- I agree with Mrs. Hone that, “ a child goes For Toy Donations of the State address Tuesday on the concept that “over- from and that perpetuate the system. The only way to lenged to provide a high standard of aca- through school only once.” With the sup- On behalf of the Make-A-Wish Foun- development” is the number one issue. He indicated get rid of them is to get rid of the laws that breed them. demic excellence at a cost that is reason- port of a concerned and caring commu- dation and the Garwood Knights of Co- that it is the root cause of many of the problems — Although many people feel that dealing with the able to our taxpayers. Westfield’s focus nity, we in the Westfield Public Schools lumbus, I’d like to thank everyone who has been and continues to be on the stu- work very hard to ensure that each child’s donated to our annual toy drive in which quality of life and budgetary. He said that auto insur- Division of Motor Vehicles is unpleasant, Mr. Jack dent. The percentage of our per pupil cost experience is an enriching one. more than one hundred toys were donated. ance, government integrity, accountability and im- Lettiere, Acting Commissioner of the NJ Department that goes directly into the classroom is William J. Foley, Ed.D. These gifts are very much appreciated proving education were also on the top of the list. We of Transportation seems poised to be doing something HIGHER than the state average. Superintendent, Westfield Public by the children who are valiantly fighting Westfield’s total expenses for “opera- Schools life-threatening and terminal illnesses and agree that they are important. about it. often hospitalized or recuperating at home. We wish the Governor luck in tackling these issues To us, it’s a sure bet that school, county and govern- Your generosity will certainly bring a and hope that it is more than rhetoric. We are unable ment spending will increase this year. We see little smile to the faces of these children through- Mountainside BOE President Kress out the year. to see how his approach will really achieve anything, chance of aid from other sources to lessen the burden. Our best wishes to everyone for a healthy though. Because our area is highly developed, it’s This means that the property taxes will increase again Responds to Article in Westfield Leader and happy new year. difficult for us to see how “over-development” affects as last year. I wanted to respond to the prominent I never saw any article in your paper Keith M. Gallagher headline you gave me in this weeks issue when a young mother from Rahway Toy Drive Chairman us. But there may be a point in this even for our area. With these many factors in mind, we look ahead to Garwood Mayors of our area, through the League of Munici- the next two months, which mark the critical budget of The Westfield Leader. called me because her newborn son I must say that I was very disappointed needed a liver transplant and she didn’t palities, reported two years ago that the average development period for our public schools, the county in the way you reported an incident that have the money and the hospital wouldn’t development was under-funded by approximately 17 and municipalities. Our leaders will face considerable occurred several years ago without seek- put him on the transplant list. I personally ERRATUM percent with respect to the true costs on area infrastruc- pressure from the public and from those of special ing my comments on the alleged incident. guaranteed the money and raised suffi- In the January 9 edition of The In the past whenever you contacted me cient sums to pay for two liver trans- ture — issues like schools and municipal services. If interests. Matters will eventually be worked out. We for a comment on a “newsworthy” story, plants and supported the family. Nor did Westfield Leader and The Times of this estimate is accurate, we fully support efforts to suggest that all share in the problem and in the solution. I always responded promptly and appro- I see any articles when I paid to transport Scotch Plains-Fanwood in the Page 1 article about Richard Kress, it was correct it. It’s time to pay attention. priately. For this article you never con- a Vietnamese family of four from a refu- tacted me for comment. gee camp in the Philippines to New stated that Mr. Kress was a munici- If you were seeking to embarrass me Jersey and supported them and assisted pal prosecutor in Rahway, where it and my family, you have succeeded, and them in their transition to this country. should have read Clark. In the same Letters to the Editor if that is what you were seeking to do, There were no articles when the eldest article an attorney with an admoni- you accomplished it. The story contains son introduced me to his son that he tion was listed as Angela Delfon, errors and omissions and after the dam- named after me. When he graduated from where it should have read Angela age has been done there is no need to seek high school, they thanked me for allow- United Fund Thanks CJNJ President Explains Atty. Ethics corrections. You should note however, ing his family to succeed in this country. Belfon. We regret the errors. I was not cited for fraud and my prior No where do you mention my 14 years Westfield; Requests Process in Response to Leader Article history was incorrectly stated. of dedicated service on the Mountainside I find it disheartening that I never Board of Education. My 30 plus years WF Town Hall Phone Continued Support Our organization’s mission is to bring result in a formal complaint being filed. In received any headlines or articles for serving as Santa Claus for a variety of In the past year, the United Fund of needed reforms to New Jersey’s attor- other words, of the estimated one hundred many of my accomplishments during my organizations also goes unnoticed. When Numbers and Extensions Westfield has had an especially signifi- ney discipline system. As a service to the eighty-five 2001 ethics filings involving lifetime, nor0 did I expect to. I don’t I was honored by The Union County Main Directory: (908) 789-4040 cant impact on the lives of those in our public, we maintain an Internet site, called Union lawyers, the public is allowed to see remember seeing any articles written Educational Services Commission by Town Clerk: ext. 4033 community. Reaching out to help the the New Jersey Bartender only five of those files. The other one when the New Jersey State Senate and being named the recipient of their first (www.cjnj.org), which features an up- hundred eighty cases are kept strictly con- Recreation: ext. 4080 widows of Assembly passed a Joint Legislative Humanitarian Award there were no head- Human Services: ext. 4079 September 11, the United Fund to-date list of New Jersey attorneys who fidential. The public is not even told the Resolution on March 29, 2000, recog- lines. I could go on but the damage has have been charged with or disciplined names of the attorneys who were accused nizing me for my “meritorious record of been done and on behalf of my children, Tax Assessor: ext. 4055 brought together our local agencies Tax Collector: ext. 4051 that continue to provide counseling for violating ethical conduct rules. of unethical conduct in those cases. service and commitment” and commend- my family I was compelled to write this and other services. Combining forces We would like to comment on Lauren To make matters worse, the state Su- ing me for “personal efforts on behalf of letter. I can handle the notoriety you have Parking Services: ext. 4044 and resources is nothing new for the Pass’ January 9th article about attorney preme Court has adopted a “gag rule” individuals who need support and assis- bestowed upon me, my heart breaks for TV 36: ext. 4054 United Fund. The 22 human care Richard H. Kress’s ethics troubles. (R.1:20-9) that forbids ethics grievants tance, active community what it has done to my family. I look Police Department: ext. 4000 agencies of the United Fund make big According to the article, thirty-seven from disclosing to anyone the fact that they involvement…within the Linden Board forward to the headline “Final Issue of Regional Board of Health: ext. 4070 and small differences everyday in our ethics grievances were docketed against have filed a grievance. This “gag rule” of Education and the Mountainside Board Leader, Circulation Drops to All Time Municipal Court and Violations: community and have for more than 50 Union County attorneys in 2001. In its stays in effect unless and until ethics au- of Education...service as a Little League Low.” 2001 official report, the Office of Attorney thorities decide to file a formal complaint. ext. 4060 years. Coach,...fund raiser, Clark Municipal Richard Kress Finance Department: ext. 4097 Not only is our country and our Ethics estimated that for every ethics griev- In other words, of the estimated one hun- Prosecutor....lector at my church...” Mountainside ance that is accepted and docketed, four dred eighty-five people who filed ethics To reach someone in the community still feeling the emotional administrator’s office press 0 at any effects of September 11, we are also other grievances or inquiries are rejected. grievances, only five are allowed to reveal suffering the financial implications. At If this estimate is correct, then disci- to others that they have filed a grievance. Reader Comments on Union County time. the same time, the services provided by plinary authorities received one hundred The other one hundred eighty are re- For Public Works dial (908) 789- our agencies are in more demand than eighty-five grievances/inquiries (i.e. 5 quired to forever keep the filing of their Freeholder Raises and Car Privileges 4103 ever before. They count on our financial times 37) regarding Union County law- grievances confidential. yers, of which just thirty-seven were In our view, the public cannot be expected It was a pleasure to read the recent tant Prosecutor, $100,144 to $105,144 support to carry on the good that they column by Carol Davis entitled Mini- 9.) Gregory Clay (Morristown) (Retro WF Mayor and Council bring to the community. Good things docketed and investigated. to trust or respect a system that does so much Furthermore, our records reveal that of its work in secret. Further, the public Madness. Not only was it an entertaining to 9/12/02) Captain of County Investiga- like reaching out to serve hot meals to piece to read, it may be worth recom- tors, $103,446.00 to $111,358 Contact Information our seniors, providing educational only five of these thirty-seven docketed should take a very dim view of any system cases resulted in the filing of formal ethics that forbids its unsuccessful participants mending this car to the Union County 10.) Henry Jaeger (Summit) N/P (Retro Mayor Gregory McDermott: daycare for our children, training the Board of Chosen Freeholders. Since the to 7/27/02), Asst. Prosecutor/Executive disabled for jobs and mentoring at-risk charges. The remaining thirty-two mat- from relating their experiences with the (908) 789-4046 - ters were either dismissed or resulted in a system to others. county did get a new Freeholder Chair- Asst, $106,175.00 to $120,000 [email protected] teens. What’s the result: A good start in woman, Deborah Scanlon. So shall the 11.) Robert T. Buccino (Flanders) life for our young, dignity for the elderly confidential “diversion,” where an attor- We ridded ourselves of Star Chamber Peter Echausse: (908) 317-4421 - ney is typically required to take remedial tribunals centuries ago and opted for Freeholder Chairwoman receive a brand Chief of County Investigators, $117,532 [email protected] and disabled, and a healthy community new county car to drive around the county to $130,000.00 for all of us. ethics courses. (It is also possible, but open, public courts of law. It’s time we Sal Caruana: (908) 518-0132 - unlikely, that some of these thirty-two did the same with the current attorney and beyond? Usually the car is a gas 12.) Joan Wheeler (Fanwood), Confi- We are privileged to live in a town guzzling Ford Crown Victoria with all dential Aide/Associate Administrator, [email protected] with such meaningful community out- matters are still being investigated.) discipline system. Assuming that the investigations in all John T. Paff, the luxuries, at no cost to the driver, but $95,937 to $98,937 Matthew Albano: (908) 317-9044 reach. Our agencies reach two out of to the taxpayer. 13.) Barbara Baldasarre, (Scotch - [email protected] three Westfielders every year. I would 37 docketed matters are complete, it would President Citizens for Justice in appear that out of an estimated one hun- New Jersey, Inc. Not only does the new Freeholder Plains) Director of Patient Services, Rafael Betancourt: (908) 709- like to thank all of our supporters who Chairwoman receive this new luxury, $83,451.00 to $87,451.00 make this possible and ask everyone to dred eighty-five grievances or inquiries Somerset 1700 - [email protected] filed in 2001 against Union County at- some of her loyal county workers will 14.) Peter Corvelli (Hillside), Medical Andrew Skibitsky: (908) 301-1265 consider the United Fund of Westfield receive a brand new county car or one of Director/Director Risk Management& during our annual campaign. Please torneys, only five resulted in the filing of - [email protected] formal ethics complaints. Put another Governor McGreevey the 2002 hand-me-downs. Why not, they Loss Control, $71,063 to $76,063.00 Kevin Walsh: (908) 389-9757 - know how much your contribution just received some of the biggest county 15.) William Malcolm Jr. (Roselle means in the lives of so many local way, a person complaining about a Union [email protected] County attorney in 2001 had only a 2.7 Invites Local Residents pay raises ever handed out by the Free- Park) (Retro 11/30/02), Sheriff’s Of- people. holder Board. This was something that ficer Captain $80,227 to $88,848.00 Lawrence A. Goldman: (908) 654- My best to you and your family, for percent chance of having his or her mat- ter result in formal charges. The other To Town Hall Meeting your own county reporter missed. But he I hoped that you enjoyed reading this, 8919 - [email protected] a healthy and prosperous New Year. was not alone as all the other newspapers because not only are there Union County Susan Jacobson: (908) 232-0476 Linda Maggio 97.3 percent of those matters were Thank you for your dedication, hard screened out somewhere in the process. work and commitment toward improving missed the pay raises as well. I don’t employees who have gotten big county - [email protected] Executive Director, United Fund know how, there were only 140 of these pay raises as well as new county cars, but of Westfield The public is allowed to see the case the quality of life in New Jersey. As we Or you can e-mail the entire mayor files in only those ethics matters that continue with the administration, we will pay raises given out at the last meeting of it’s also time for that first All Expense and council at: fulfill our intention to hold regular Town 2002. (I suspect that the others were asked Paid for by the county taxpayer mini [email protected] Hall meetings throughout the state. to ignore these pay raises.) So before I vacation. I am referring to the Annual We are honored to host our next Town Hall throw your county reporter under the Union County Chamber of Commerce Deadlines wheels of Carol Davis’s Mini Cooper, Train Trip to Washington, D.C. on Thurs- meeting will be at Union County College, 10 General News - Friday 4pm Springfield Avenue in Cranford on January here are some of the county pay raises. day, January 30. The train ride is only a 1.) Sebastian D’Elia, (Elizabeth) Con- paltry $695 per county employee and the Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. This meeting will be held Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm in the ‘Commons of Student Center’. fidential Assistant, $67,925 to $70,425 expense does not include the overnight 2.) John Salerno, (Westfield) Clerk/ stay at a swank hotel. Nor does it in- Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm Please feel free to call our R.S.V.P line Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm directly at (609) 984-9852 to let us know Public Relations, $60,286 to $61,786 cludes the meals, taxi’s etc. etc. Isn’t it if you will be attending as well as any 3.) Thomas Plante, (Fanwood) Clerk/ wonderful to be working for the Union To Reach Us guests that you will be bringing with you. Public Relations, $50,742 to $54,955 County Freeholders? It must be, because E-Mail - [email protected] Again, we must dedicate ourselves to the 4.) David Wright (Winfield) Deputy they get paid big bucks and never have to Phone - (908) 232-4407 immediate challenges of providing for the County Clerk, $63,740 to $71,587.00 spend any of their own money. 5.) James Lynch (Rahway) Environ- So Carol Davis, start revving that Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 security of our families and neighbors, to PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 have a government that lives within its means, mental Specialist Water Resources Wa- engine of your Mini Cooper, after we’re tershed Mgmt. Grant $50.000 to 100 done with The Westfield Leader reporter, In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield and to insure that our children have excellent 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains schools that teach knowledge and character. percent County Funded $50,000 we are headed to Washington, D.C. Together, we can achieve these objectives. 6.) Charles Gillon (Plainfield) Direc- Vincent Lehotsky tor of Welfare, $97,632 to$100,632 Rahway Submittal Formats Lastly, may you and your family be Email Photos & articles blesses with good health in the coming 7.) Anthony Scutari (Linden) PIP 1/1/ Email Ads as pdf files year. I look forward to your civic partici- 99 (Retroactive Pay Raise to 6/22/02) pation at our Town Hall meeting and in our Bldg. Super/County Division Head More Letters to the Please spell & grammar check efforts to move New Jersey forward. $70,894 to $80,049.00 (Note to readers, For more information, see New Jersey Governor James Anthony is Freeholder Scutari’s uncle.) Editor on Page 5 www.goleader.com/help McGreevey 8.) Sandra Lewis (Flemington) Assis- CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, January 16, 2003 Page 5 Legal Professionals to Hear WF Historical Society to Hold Talk On Improving Health ‘New Jersey Trivia’ Program COUNTY – UCLSA…the associa- government, and police depart- WESTFIELD — Professor William Jersey history, which has led to his tion for legal professionals will meet ments, among others, are welcome to Dunscombe will present the fourth in organizing and photographing many on Tuesday, January 28, at Costa’s attend. his series of slide/lecture programs trivial New Jersey facts. The result Ristorante, located at 120 Chestnut Prospective members and guests on “New Jersey Trivia” to the has been his very popular N.J. Trivia Street in Roselle Park. are also welcome. Individuals do Westfield Historical Society on Fri- slide/lecture series. Always entertain- Following a social gathering at 6 not have to be members to attend the day, January 24, in the Community ing, as well as educational, it has been p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m., a repre- program. Room of the Westfield Municipal enjoyed by many clubs and societies sentative from the Northeast Spine The association offers educational Building at 7:30 p.m. as well as the general public through- & Wellness Center will discuss “Six opportunities to legal professionals Professor Dunscombe is the Co- out the county. Ways to Improve Your Health.” The and members, and members are eli- Chairperson of the Biology Depart- The meeting is open to the public. cost of the dinner is $23. gible to receive nationwide dis- ment of Union County College. One Light refreshments will be available The Northeast Spine & Wellness counts on products and services from of his many interests has been in New at the end of the program. Center is a multidisciplinary facil- NALS (the national affiliate). ity specializing in chiropractic and For further information regarding physical therapy. It is located at 67 reservations, please call Reserva- SPAC MEMBERS THANK GOVERNOR…N.J. Junior League members of the Klondike Derby On Tap Westfield Avenue in Clark. tions Chairwoman Mary Lou State Affairs Committee (SPAC) thanked Governor James McGreevey for passing All legal professionals, secretar- Einhorn at (908) 558-2369 or (908) the Childproof Handgun Bill into Law on December 23, 2002. Pictured, left to right, ies and other support staff employed 241-0611. For information on mem- are: Jeanne Ryan of Westfield, SPAC Chairperson for 200-2001; Anne Reilly of In Watchung Reservation anywhere in the legal field, includ- bership, please call UCLSA Vice- Princeton, SPAC Assistant Chairperson; Governor McGreevey and Jill Sawers of ing private or corporate practice; President Christine Peoples at (732) Westfield, SPAC Chairperson for 2002-2003. MOUNTAINSIDE – On Saturday, Eskimo-style sleds between the towns, federal, county, state or municipal 680-1114 or (908) 527-4555. January 25, at 8:30 a.m., Boy Scouts of where they will be graded on their the Patriot District of the Patriots’ Path performance of different scout-skill Governor McGreevey Council will hold their 46th Klondike problems, such as first aid, lashings and Derby sled race and scout-skill contest. knots, measuring and fire-building. Letters to the Editor The event will be held at the picnic Each team’s test scores and elapsed Discusses Stem Research area above Surprise Lake in the times will be relayed to a central MOUNTAINSIDE – On Sunday, Frank Castello, Medical Director Watchung Reservation in scoreboard and will determine the win- ‘Bagger Bill’ Impact on Local Towns January 12, Governor James of Children’s Specialized Hospi- Mountainside. ners in each age group. McGreevey visited Children’s Spe- tal; and the lawmakers sponsor- Bruce Mellen of Westfield, a veteran If there is too little snow for sleds, the Is Also Part of Senator’s Legacy cialized Hospital in Mountainside ing stem cell research legislation of many past Derbies, will serve as patrols will use backpacks loaded with where he conducted a press confer- which include: Senate Co-Presi- Derby Governor. About 100 adult lead- the required equipment to hike around As I read the various written kudos of to ex-State Senator Bagger and his many ence on stem research. dent Richard Codey (D-Essex), ers and volunteers from various scout the course. Only severe rain or mud retiring New Jersey State Senator Rich- truly good deeds he did for the public, we ard Bagger, I cannot help but add one just want to wish him luck in his lucra- Governor McGreevey, urged the Senator Barbara Buono (D- troops will assist. conditions will cause a cancellation. more item to his legacy. In the middle tive, high-level job at Pfizer, and thank Assembly to pass Senate Bill 1909, Middlesex) and Assemblyman On Derby day, the Reservation will The public is invited to attend the 1990s, it was called the “Bagger Bill” him for creating such turmoil that many which would permit stem cell re- Neil Cohen (D-Union). be transformed to resemble the Klondike event. Awards will be presented at and dictated the dissolution of the re- of the taxpayers, constituents and a bevy search and provide strict guidelines region of the Yukon Territory. Addi- around 2 p.m., when the last waves have gional high school system in Union of lawyers will be thinking of him for for the process. tionally, the locations where different completed the race. The Patriot District County. years. We could only wish Mr. Bagger Bill 1909 states “The legislature Mr. Plante to Present skills occur will take on the names of includes towns and troops in the area Possibly, he didn’t think this through would at least give a half-hearted apol- finds and declares that is in response Klondike towns. between Westfield, Scotch Plains, North when he sponsored it and pushed it past ogy for creating something that had not to the fact that: An estimated 128 Poetry at Library Scout patrols, using compass direc- Plainfield, Watchung, Millington, our state Assembly, but now that he’s been fully thought through. million Americans suffer from the ELIZABETH – The Elizabeth tions to map out their routes, will pull Summit and Garwood. leaving, this little baby is still creating a Bruce Paterson crippling economic and psycho- Public Library will host a reading morass of troubles for many local towns. Garwood of poetry by Tom Plante of Without going into the history of this logical burden of chronic, degen- “Bagger Bill,” the present problems are erative and acute diseases, includ- Fanwood, formerly of Elizabeth, YMCA Sets Registration as follows: after the dissolution, Clark Book Group to Meet ing Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, dia- on Saturday, January 25, at 2 p.m. in was left with the highest school tax struc- betes and Parkinson’s Disease.” its Main Library. Admission is free. ture in the county, so high that the school To Discuss ‘Mitford’ The bill would permit research Mr. Plante is the author of several For Early Spring Session board can’t even get their boilers fixed WESTFIELD – The Women’s Book involving the derivation and use of chapbooks of poems, including his SCOTCH PLAINS – The Fanwood- Parent/Toddler Gymnastics classes and this year had to delete various pro- Club of the First Baptist Church of human embryonic stem cells, hu- most recent collection, “My Back Scotch Plains YMCA is holding regis- are available for parents and young- grams and personnel from the curricu- Westfield will meet in the church man embryonic germ cells and hu- Yardstick.” He is also the editor and tration for the Early Spring Session sters who are walking through age lum, such as home economics, industrial lounge at 170 Elm Street on Saturday, man adult stem cells from any publisher of EXIT 13 Magazine, an that will extend from Monday, Febru- three. The Progressive Preschool Pro- arts, a few sports programs. They even annual small press poetry publica- had to resort to selling off hard assets to January 25, at 10 a.m. source, including somatic cell ary 3, to Sunday, April 13. A variety of gram uses gymnastics to promote self- restore a couple of programs. Participants will discuss the nuclear transplantation. tion featuring poets from New Jer- membership plans are available for esteem in three to five year-olds. Garwood and Mountainside are now Mitford series written by Jan Karon, The bill would require a review of sey and throughout the United adults, children and senior citizens. Other offerings include Youth embroiled in a New Jersey high court focusing on the first in the series, “At issues related to this research by a States. Among the offerings are a Wellness Gymnastics for girls, the Gymnastics lawsuit against Clark, Kenilworth, Home in Mitford.” nine-member institutional review Mr. Plante’s poetry was recently Center equipped with cardio and Kindergarten Program for girls and Springfield and Berkeley Heights to re- The book introduces readers to board. featured in readings at the Barron strength-training machines. Youth boys and the Progressive Skills Pro- trieve $2 to $3 million in principle based Father Tim, a 60-year-old Episcopal This bill would also require phy- Arts Center in Woodbridge and the classes include Tae Kwon Do, Pee gram for girls in grades 1 to 12. on further distribution of hard assets priest who is bewildered by falling in sicians treating a patient for infer- Patricia M. Kuran Cultural Arts Wee Basketball, Youth Sports, Roller The YMCA’s Swim Program offers from the value of the high school build- love at his age. It is described as light tility to provide patients with infor- Center in Fanwood, as well as at the Hockey Girls Fit Club and Dance. water orientation for infants from six ings. Elizabeth Public Library last sum- Of course, it’s a given that these four reading, yet filled with spiritual depth. mation to allow them to make an Cheerleading is open to girls in kin- months to progressive lessons for defendant towns don’t have millions of All women are invited to read the informed and voluntary choice re- mer. dergarten through fifth grade. children through age 14. dollars just sitting around to distribute. book and take part in the discussion. garding the human embryos fol- The library’s Main Branch is lo- There is the Teen Leaders Club, Tae For more information, please call So, many, many lawyers are duking it out Reservations are not necessary. For in- lowing infertility treatment. cated at 11 South Broad Street in Kwon Do, Teen Gymnastics, Teen the Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA at the state level at the expense of the formation, please call (908) 233-2278. Governor McGreevey was downtown Elizabeth. For more in- Cycle Reebok and the Teen Wellness at (908) 889-8880 or visit taxpayers. joined by Dr. Clifton Lacy, Com- formation, please call (908) 354- Center. New this session will be the www.fanwoodscotchplainsymca.org. One resolution recently introduced is missioner of the N.J. Department 6060. Sport Fit Club, an interval training The YMCA is located at 1340 Martine possibly to have the state refund these of Health and Senior Services; Dr. circuit class for girls ages 10 to 13. Avenue in Scotch Plains. millions of dollars to the plaintiff towns. Search the Archives I wonder where the state is getting this money. Plus, this “Bagger Bill” had seen Five years of the its full life right when then-Governor newspaper on the Net at Whitman was pushing for consolidation of county services, not a dissolution, www.goleader.com which is the exact opposite. So in closing, as we bid a fond farewell PERFECT PAINTING, INC. With appreciation ✺ HEPA Vacuum Sanding System ✺ House & Deck Power Washing ✺ Free Estimates, Fully Insured ✺ Residential or Commercial and gratitude... ✺ Professional Color Design ✺ Deck Staining & Sealing ✺ 25 Years of Experience 100s of Satisfied ✺ Custom Detail Work Area ✺ Exteriors, Interiors NEW JERSEY SENATE Customers ✺ General Carpentry (908) 272-4456

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Dear Neighbors:

As you may have heard or read recently, I decided after thoughtful consideration and with very mixed feelings to leave the New Jersey Senate on January 15, 2003. In New Jersey, we have a part-time legislature with full-time responsibilities. For eleven years, I have balanced the honor of public service in the Assembly and now in the Senate with the demands of a full-time job in the private sector. That balance became all the more difficult in recent years for my wife, Barbara, and me as our three daughters-- Kate, Jenny and Meredith-- have become active school age children. Most recently, I accepted a new position at Pfizer in New York City with demands and responsibilities inconsistent with continuing my service in the New Jersey Legislature. However, as a result of being able to focus on one job rather than two, I look foward to being able to spend more time with our girls during very important years of their childhood.

I am extraordinarily grateful to the people of Westfield for providing me with the opportunity to serve my hometown for seven years on the Town Council and then as Mayor and to the people of this legislative district for choosing me to represent them for eleven years in the Legislature.

Public service is a great privilege. I hope that my record of accomplishment over 18 years in . . . But Why Take Chances elected office lives up to that privilege. It certainly is one that I will look back on with pride, knowing that during the time I spent in local office and in the Legislature I tried to make a • Take-Out , On-Site & Off-Site Catering • Outdoor Dining difference in meaningful ways.

In a citizen legislature, people come, serve and then go on with their lives outside the State Capitol. I went to Trenton eleven years ago, worked hard and got things done. Now its time for me to move on, with satisfaction in what I was able to achieve and appreciation for the support of the voters who made it possible.

Sincerely yours, 16 Prospect Street, Westfield, N.J. 908.232.7320 FAX: 908.232.6716 Richard H. Bagger Tuesday - Thursday 11:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Friday - Saturday 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sunday 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 6 Thursday, January 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Art Class Series For Seniors Now Underway at WNC WESTFIELD – The Westfield Art Acrylic Painting; February 5, Sculpey Association Outreach Program is cur- Sculpture and February 12, Water- rently offering art classes for senior colors. citizens at the Westfield Neighbor- All classes will be held from 10 to hood Council. 11:30 a.m. They are offered free of Everyone will have the opportu- charge; however, donations will be nity to complete art projects during accepted. the classes, with the assistance of an The Westfield Neighborhood experienced artist and members of Council is a private, non-profit, com- the Westfield Art Association. munity-based organization located The Wednesday morning class at 127 Cacciola Place in Westfield. dates and projects are as follows: Janu- For more information, please call ary 22, Printmaking; January 29, (908) 233-2772. Miller-Cory to Spotlight Colonial Medical Practices WESTFIELD – On Sunday, Janu- with the last tour beginning at 3:15 ary 26, the Miller-Cory House Mu- p.m. The museum’s gift shop fea- seum in Westfield will present a pro- tures a wide variety of cookbooks, MR. AND MRS. ROBERT STEPHEN MEYER gram on 18th century home cures reading materials, crafts and Early (She is the former Miss Ashley Elizabeth Knapp) and remedies between 2 and 4 p.m. American reproductions. Information will be given regard- Admission to the museum is $2 for ing medical doctors, their training, adults, 50 cents for students and free procedures and types of surgery per- for children under age six. The mu- Miss Ashley E. Knapp formed. Medical instruments will seum is located at 614 Mountain also be on display. Avenue. Heather and John Mills of On Sunday, February 2, Evelyn Fanwood will present the program. Kennelly of Westfield will return Marries Robert S. Meyer They will recall how disease and with her program on historic valen- Miss Ashley Elizabeth Knapp, the Programs were distributed by Miss MR. AND MRS. KEVIN MICHAEL CASHMAN sickness were part of everyday Co- tines. For more information about daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Warren D. Elizabeth Johnson, Miss Sarah (She is the former Miss Birgitta Peterson) lonial life, when life expectancy was the museum, its winter schedule of Knapp, Jr. of Asheboro, N.C., was mar- Johnson and Miss Rebecca Yow of 30 to 35 years. events or volunteer opportunities, ried on Saturday, October 26, to Rob- Asheboro and Miss Lucy McGraw of Few doctors were available, and please call the museum office at (908) ert Stephen Meyer. He is the son of Mr. Greensboro, N.C., all students of the Miss Birgitta Peterson many were part-time physicians with 232-1776. The office is open be- and Mrs. William Robert Meyer of bride. Guest registrar was Carlisle other occupations. Frequently, moth- tween 9 a.m. and noon on weekdays. Westfield. Rankin of Asheboro. ers and wives were the family practi- The ceremony took place at the First The bride is the granddaughter of tioners, using herbs, plasters, teas United Methodist Church in Mrs. Warren D. Knapp, Sr. of Carolina Weds Kevin M. Cashman and other folk remedies to cure ill- Menchers Welcome Asheboro, with the Reverend Dr. Boyd Shores, N.C. and the late Warren D. Miss Birgitta Peterson of Freeport, Cashman, the brother of the bride- ness. Stokes and the Reverend W. Michael Knapp, Sr., as well as the late Mr. and Me., the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. groom, and Jeffrey Dahl, the Costumed docents will guide visi- Two Grandsons Holder officiating. A reception, hosted Mrs. Richard I. Morris, who were resi- James Peterson of North Palm Beach, bridegroom’s cousin. tors through the 1740 farmhouse, Judy and Stuart Mencher of New by the bride’s parents, followed at the dents of Hingham, Mass. Fla. and Brunswick, Me., was married A graduate of Freeport High School, York and East Hampton, formerly Asheboro Country Club. A 1997 graduate of Greensboro on Sunday, September 1, to Kevin the bride earned her Bachelor of Arts Knights’ Blood Drive of Westfield, have announced the Given in marriage by her father, the Day School, the bride received her Michael Cashman, formerly of Degree in English from Dickinson Col- birth of their two grandsons, David bride had Miss Lea Schon of McLean, Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychol- Westfield. He is the son of Mr. and lege and a Master of Arts Degree from the Scheduled For Feb. 1 Adam Gold and Noah Meyer Jaffe. Va. as her maid of honor. The bridal ogy and Elementary Education from Mrs. Michael Cashman of Westfield. Worcester Polytechnic Institute. She is GARWOOD – The Garwood David, born on Wednesday, De- attendants included Miss Melissa Joy Mary Washington College in The wedding took place at Wolf an interior designer for a Maine-based Knights of Columbus will hold a cember 18, is the son of Dr. Jane and Abbott of Asheboro, Miss Amanda Fredericksburg, Va. She is a second- Neck Farm overlooking Casco Bay company and a self-employed potter. blood drive on Saturday, February 1, Andrew Gold of Armonk, N.Y. He Elizabeth Dowtin of Atlanta, Ga., grade teacher at Greensboro Acad- near Freeport, with John Montgom- The bridegroom is a graduate of from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their Council joins his sisters, Jennifer, 7, and Miss Mary Elizabeth Harrington of emy in Greensboro. ery, Esq. officiating. A reception fol- Westfield High School and Dickinson Hall, located at 37 South Avenue in Samantha, 5. Washington, D.C., Miss Margaret The bridegroom is the grandson of lowed at the Westcusko Grange Hall College, where he received a Bach- Garwood (across from Pathmark). Noah, born on Friday, December Courtney Knapp of New York City, a the late Mr. and Mrs. Bernard L. in North Yarmouth. elor of Science Degree in Geology. Parking is available behind the 13, is the son of Tracy and Marc cousin of the bride; Miss Griffin Meyer, Jr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. Kristin Peterson Foye, the sister Mr. Cashman is the founder and Di- building on Willow Avenue. For more Jaffe of Scarsdale, N.Y. He joins his Winfree Rankin, also of New York Wilber B. Mueller, all of whom were of the bride, was the matron of honor. rector of Apogee Outdoor Adventures, information, please call (908) 789- sister, Hayley, 4, and his brother, City, Miss Kelly Anne Meyer of from Westfield. The bridal attendants included Mrs. a company based in Freeport offering 9809, after 4 p.m. Daniel, 2. Westfield, the sister of the bridegroom, He graduated from Westfield High Laura Phelps, Miss Montana Dayton bicycle touring and hiking trips to and Mrs. Roxanne Ingold Stilwell of School in 1997 and earned his Bach- and Miss Laura Cashman, the sister of students during the summer months. Homewood, Ala. elor of Arts Degree in Business from the bridegroom. Miss Linley Wells, A lobster/clam bake was hosted by Miss Brooke Elizabeth Svenson Randolph Macon College in Ashland, Miss Whitney Wells and Miss Annika the parents of the bridegroom on Westfield Library to Feature and Miss Kristen Marie Svenson, twin Va. Mr. Meyer is employed as a finan- Wells, all sisters, were the flower girls. Staple Point in Maine the night be- cousins of the bride from Kingston, cial advisor with Merrill Lynch in Gabriel Mast was the best man. The fore the wedding. Local Surrealist Filmmaker Mass., were the flower girls. Greensboro. groomsmen included John Wemple, Following a wedding trip to the Stephen David Meyer of Westfield The rehearsal dinner was hosted by Guybe Slangen and Jamie Murray. Italian island of Lipari, the couple WESTFIELD – The Westfield Her works have been featured at was the best man for his brother. The the parents of the bridegroom at the Serving as ushers were William resides in South Freeport. Memorial Library, located at 550 the Athens International Film Festi- groomsmen included William Asheboro Country Club the evening East Broad Street, will host a pro- val, the Dallas Video Festival and Russell Hedden, Jr. of Hoboken, War- before the wedding. A luncheon for the gram with speaker Daina Krumins on the PBS “Living Room Festival” ren Dana Knapp, 3rd of Asheboro, the bridal attendants was given the same on Saturday, February 1, at 11 a.m. special. brother of the bride; Marcus Domenic day at the O’Henry Hotel by Mrs. Rob- Ms. Krumins, a Westfield resi- Divine Miracle won a Silver Hugo Mattielli and Matthew Russell ert D. Knapp of Carmel, Ind. and Mrs. DEEGAN dent and surrealist filmmaker, will at the Chicago International Film Scapicchio, both of Westfield; Timo- Mathias J. Schon of Richmond, Va. discuss her works and how she has Festival, while her most recent film, thy Patrick Nolan and Drury A golf outing was also hosted the used various locations throughout Summer Light, earned the Silver Alexander Stith Rasmussen, both of day before the wedding at the Asheboro Westfield in her films. A question- Award at the Big Muddy Film Fes- Arlington, Va., and Quinton Sinclair Country Club by Warren D. Knapp, Jr. and-answer period will follow the tival. Redding of Hillside. for the groomsmen. Friends of the bride ROOFING program. All Westfield Memorial Library Music for the ceremony was pro- hosted a brunch the day of the wed- Ms. Krumins has created coffee cardholders in the seventh grade vided by Timothy Shoaf on the or- ding at the home of Mr. and Mrs. pot-like creatures and giant milk- and older are welcome to attend this gan; Lane Ragsdale, soloist, and Gary Samuel A. Rankin, Jr. of Asheboro. weeds for her surrealist works, in- free event. Tickets are now avail- Hastings on trumpet. Scripture pas- Following a wedding trip to the COMPANYcluding The Divine Miracle, able at the library’s Circulation sages were read by Miss Kelly Anne British Virgin Islands, the couple re- Babobilicons and Summer Light. Desk. Meyer and Warren D. 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January 25 @ 10:00 AM Phone______WL071802 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, January 16, 2003 Page 7 Old Guard Speaker to Recall LEARN Program to Focus Growing Up Under Hitler On Trauma Nursing in N.J. WESTFIELD – Ludwig Knapp, They are joined by their wives for SCOTCH PLAINS – The League ing Trauma Nursing Core Course; the author of “Growing special activities during for Educational Advancement for Trauma, Triage and Transport, and Up Under Hitler – I Was the year, including day Registered Nurses (LEARN) will Pre-Hospital Life Support. There,” will speak to the trips, the Ladies’ Day present an educational program for LEARN is a not-for-profit profes- Westfield Area Old Luncheon and the registered nurses and guests on Mon- sional organization for New Jersey Guard on Thursday, group’s annual picnic. day, January 27, at 7:45 p.m. at the registered nurses. Each program pro- February 6, at 10:45 a.m. Additionally, members Parish House of the All Saints’ Epis- vides Continuing Education Con- Founded in 1933, the attend golf and bridge copal Church in Scotch Plains. tact Hours through the New Jersey Westfield Area Old tournaments with other Entitled “Trauma Nursing in New State Nurses Association. Guard is a social club of Old Guard chapters in Jersey,” the program will feature Tim This program has been approved retired men from the area. Murphy, Trauma Program Manager for 2.4 contact hours, and for school Westfield and sur- The club meets each at Robert Wood Johnson University nurses, the New Jersey Department of rounding communities. Thursday, except during FOR OUR TROOPS…Fifth-grade Girl Scout Troop No. 451 from the Holy Trinity Elementary School in Westfield recently completed their Troops Project for the Hospital. Education, Professional Standards It is the second oldest of the summer, at 9:30 a.m. Westfield/Mountainside Chapter of the American Red Cross. The girls collected Mr. Murphy has been involved in Board, has granted Professional De- 25 Old Guard clubs in for refreshments and fel- “Quality of Life” items for men and women serving in the military in Afghanistan. emergency and critical care nursing velopment Hours. New Jersey. Ludwig Knapp lowship at the Westfield The girls, pictured left to right, are: Caraugh Ball, Natalie Deduck, Elaina for the past 20 years, the last nine as Annual LEARN membership for Members participate Y, located at 220 Clark Kujawski, Caroline Williams, Kristi Peyton, Ali Manduca, Cristina Ventura, Cate a Trauma Program Manager. registered nurses is $40. Interested in activities such as golf, bowling, Street. A business meeting is held at Munkittrick, Sammie Mellina, Patricia Whitehead and Meghan Salvati. He served on active duty with the individuals are invited to attend at a bridge, the Founder’s Day Lun- 10 a.m., followed by an entertain- Army Nurse Corps and holds numer- guest fee of $10 per program. cheon and the Merrymen Chorus ment or informational program. ous instructor certifications, includ- For information, please write to: and Band, which performs numer- Dues are $12 annually. There are National Review Journalist LEARN, P.O. Box 6, Scotch Plains ous times each year for various se- approximately 55 to 70 members in Professor to Continue 07076 or call (908) 754-9499 or (908) nior groups. the Westfield Area Old Guard. 272-7239. To Address Knights Tonight Series on N.J. Trivia WESTFIELD — Award-winning Wall Street Journal, The Washing- SP Junior Women opinion journalist and editor ton Times, National Catholic Reg- For Historical Society To Host Magic Show Class at JCC to Feature Kathryn Jean Lopez of National ister, Our Sunday Visitor, New York WESTFIELD — Professor Will- Review will speak at the Knights of Press, The Women’s Quarterly and iam E. Dunscombe will present the SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch Columbus Council Hall in American Outlook, among other fourth in his series of slide/lecture Plains Junior Woman’s Club will host Pilates Master Instructor Westfield tonight, Thursday, Janu- publications. programs on “New Jersey Trivia” to a magic show on Tuesday, February 18, SCOTCH PLAINS — The Fitness dancer, he has studied and worked ary 16, beginning 7:30 p.m. She has also appeared on CNN, the Westfield Historical Society on at 2:30 p.m. at The Highlands, located Department at the Jewish with The Dance Theater of Ms. Lopez has reported on such the Fox News Channel and MSNBC, Friday, January 24, at 7:30 p.m. in at 1350 Inman Avenue in Edison. Community Center (JCC) Harlem and has toured with controversial subjects as human and is a frequent guest on national the Community Room of the Tickets are $3 per person (ages 3 and of Central New Jersey in several Broadway shows in cloning, eugenics and abortion. The radio broadcasts. Westfield Municipal Building. up) and may be obtained by sending a Scotch Plains will offer a the United States and Eu- topic of her talk will be “Young Affectionately known as “K-Lo” Professor Dunscombe is Co- check made out to SPJWC, along with Pilates Master Class fea- rope. Female and Faithful – A New Gen- by her audience, her special areas of Chairman of the Biology Depart- a self-addressed, stamped envelope, to turing Ed Morand on Sun- The fee for this special eration Speaks Out.” interest include bioethics, religion, ment of Union County College. He SPJWC, P.O. Box 284, Scotch Plains day, January 26, from 10 to class is $15 for members Besides National Review, her feminism and education. has organized and photographed 07076. 11 a.m. and $20 for non-members. commentary has appeared in The Raised in New York City, Ms. many pieces of New Jersey trivia, A limited number of tickets will be Pilates is a series of move- To reserve a spot or to ob- Lopez is a graduate of the Catholic which formed the basis for his slide/ available at the door. Complimentary ments designed to develop tain more information, Holy Trinity to Begin University of America in Washing- lecture series. refreshments will be served. core muscle strength and is please call Karen Rosen, ton, D.C., where she studied phi- The meeting is open to the public The Scotch Plains Junior Woman’s based on the work of Jo- Director of Fitness, at (908) RAINBOWS Session losophy and politics. Before join- and light refreshments will be avail- Club is a non-profit organization dedi- seph Pilates. It emphasizes 889-8800, extension no. WESTFIELD – The Holy Trinity ing National Review, she worked at able at the conclusion of the pro- cated to serving the community. All body stabilization, con- Ed Morand 224. Roman Catholic Church in Westfield the Heritage Foundation, the pub- gram. The Municipal Building is proceeds from the magic show will be trolled breathing, balance The class will be offered will begin its winter session of the lic-policy think tank on Capitol located at 425 East Broad Street. donated to local charities. For more and improved posture. at the JCC of Central New Jersey’s Wilf RAINBOWS support group for Hill. information, please call (908) 654-4928. Mr. Morand is a Master Pilates In- Jewish Community Campus, located youngsters ages five through 12. Her appearance is sponsored by structor in New York City. A former at 1391 Martine Avenue. RAINBOWS helps children deal the Westfield Knights of Columbus “Keeping Families Connected Is Our Top Priority” with grief and loss as a result of and is open to the public free of parental separation or divorce, or a charge. The Council Hall is located Newcomers Post Activities death in the family. Groups will be at 2400 North Avenue, near the nlimited run by trained facilitators and will Scotch Plains border. U

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Coming Up In February School. ommunications S SCHMIEDEM Meetings will be held from 6:45 to C WESTFIELD – The Newcomers new to Westfield or surrounding com- CH IEDE SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION munities. It is also open to estab- 7:45 p.m. on six consecutive Thurs- Club of Westfield has revealed that days, February 6, 13, 20 and 27 and its Book Group will meet on Monday, lished residents who have experi- TREE EXPERT CO. enced a lifestyle change such as the March 6 and 13. Unlimited February 3, at a member’s home to To register or for further informa- discuss “The Girl’s Guide to Hunting birth or adoption of a baby, a mar- Night & Weekend riage, job change or a move within tion, please call Mary Ann Foster at and Fishing” by Melissa Bank. (908) 518-0517 or Lori Profeta at Additionally in February, the So- the town. • Pruning Airtime Minutes (908) 789-0055. on the America’s ChoiceSM network cial Committee is planning a wine The club offers day and evening, • Spraying and cheese party at a member’s home. weekday and weekend social activi- New Extended Hours: Plus The date will be announced. ties for women, couples and children. King Service Slated • Feeding Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs. anytime mobile to mobile minutes Founded in 1944, the Newcomers For more information, please call Ali- 9:30 am to 7:30 pm 1000Minutes to call any of our 30 million customers na- Club is a social organization for cia Weaver at (908) 654-5373 or At St. John’s Baptist • Removal tionwide on our national mobile to mobile network. women over the age of 21 who are Genevieve Davy at (908) 789-4842. SCOTCH PLAINS – St. John’s Bap- Fri. - 9:30 am to 6:00 pm tist Church, located at 2387 Morse 400anytime minutes Avenue in Scotch Plains, will hold its Sat. - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Me- Sun. - 11:00 am to 4:00 pm EVERY MONTH FOR LIFE Torah Center to Present Modern Equipment All when you sign a new 1 or 2 year Customer morial Service this Sunday, January Agreement and remain on the America’s Choice plan. 19, at 7 p.m. State Certified 15 Broad St. • Westfield, NJ Tel: (908) 654-6440 • Unlimited nationwide long distance Challah-Baking Workshop The Reverend D. Keith Owens, • No roaming charges coast-to-coast Owner Operated • Serving Union County Pastor of the Salem Baptist Church in All when on the America’s Choice network WESTFIELD — The Union Junior Congregation. Youngsters are Jersey City, will be the guest speaker. Immediate Service County Torah Center in Westfield grouped into two sections, one for Several members of the Scotch Insured For Your Protection just 99 will hold a hands-on, mother and ages three to six and the other for Plains chapter of the New Jersey Ora- monthly child Challah-Baking Workshop on those ages seven to 12. tors will also share in the activities. $39 access Sundays, February 9 and 16, at 4 p.m. Participants learn to sing and un- The community is invited. For more veri on wireless each day. derstand the prayers and enjoy information, please call (908) 232- Authorized Retailer Network not available in all areas. Calls placed while off the America’s Choice network $.69/min. Mobile to mobile not The February 9 class will be geared Shabbat stories and games. As the 6972. 233-TREE available throughout the America’s Choice network. Requires CDMA tri-mode phone with updated software. to children ages 5 to 8, while the conclusion to the program, children second class is for youngsters ages 9 from the Junior Congregation lead African Violet Group and up. Admission is $5 per child; the main service in singing “Ein adults will be admitted free. Kelokeinu.” To Gather Today Additionally, children ages three Children who attend 20 sessions of SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union to 12 are invited to join the center’s the program will receive a certificate County Chapter of the African Violet for a free trip to Six Flags Great Ad- Society will meet at 1 p.m. today, venture. Admission to the Junior Thursday, January 16, at the Scotch See it in Color! Congregation is free. Plains Public Library. All programs are held at the Union “Literary Aids” is the title of the See it on the Web! County Torah Center, located at 418 planned program. All interested indi- Central Avenue in Westfield. For more viduals are invited to attend. The www.goleader.com information, please call the Torah library is located at 1927 Bartle Av- Center at (908) 789-5252. enue in Scotch Plains.

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Crowley. ary 6, at Overlook Hospital in Sum- ish Federation, the Holocaust Mu- Born in Rahway, he had been a Surviving are his wife, Susan Helen A. Durling, 90, Owned Gift Shop; mit. seum in Washington, D.C., the resident of Clark for 31 years and Masino Johnson; two daughters, Born in the Bronx, N.Y., he had American Nursery Men, the Ameri- Westfield for five years prior to mov- Mary Beth Kosciow of Virginia and Known For Garden, Crafts and Baking lived in Mamaroneck, N.Y., Flush- can Landscape Contractors Asso- ing to Little Egg Harbor five months Dianne DeSensi Kradlak of Pennsyl- Helen A. Durling, 90, of Orlando, tained a huge vegetable and flower ing, N.Y., Great Neck, N.Y. and ciation and the Cornell University ago. vania; a son, Matthew R. Johnson of Fla. and Whiting, N.J. died on Sun- garden, the produce of which she Scotch Plains prior to relocating to Alumni Association. Mr. Johnson founded the Walter J. Virginia; a stepdaughter, Tracy-Lynn day, January 5, in Florida. enjoyed sharing with the many groups Palm Beach Gardens 13 years ago. Surviving, in addition to his wife, Johnson Funeral Home in Clark in Masino of Garwood; two stepsons, Born in Hopewell, N.J., Mrs. in which she was active in Crestwood Mr. Parker had owned and oper- are two sons, Richard Parker of 1966. He was the owner of the funeral Matthew T. Masino of Cranford and Durling formerly owned an imported Village II. ated Parker Greenhouses in Scotch Scotch Plains and Steven Parker of home and a director there before retir- Daniel J. Masino of Linden; a sister, gift shop, Mahogany House in Mrs. Durling was an active member Plains for more than 30 years before Watchung, and three grandchildren. ing in 1997. Jeannette Pettit of Wall; a brother, Westfield. of the Grace Methodist Church in his retirement in 1990. Regarded as Funeral services were held on A graduate of the McAllister School Edward P. Johnson of Iselin, and seven Despite a hearing disability result- Orlando and was a former member of a pioneer in the use of interior Thursday, January 9, at the Menorah of Embalming in New York, he also grandchildren. ing from a childhood illness at age the First United Methodist Church in “plantscapes,” he also played a piv- Chapels at Millburn in Union. In- attended St. Peter’s College in Jersey The funeral was held on Friday, seven, she led an active, many fac- Westfield. otal role in developing the plant terment took place at the Beth Israel City. January 10, from the Walter J. eted life. During her 40 years as a In January 2001, she and her late business in supermarkets and chain Cemetery in Woodbridge. Mr. Johnson served in the United Johnson Funeral Home. Interment Union County resident, she was ac- husband celebrated their 70th wed- stores. January 16, 2003 States Marine Corps during the Ko- was private. tive in the Washington School, ding anniversary. Predeceased by her He earned a bachelor’s degree in rean Conflict. He was awarded two Memorial contributions may be Roselle Parent-Teacher Association husband, she is survived by a son, horticulture from Cornell Univer- Dolores Immediato, 79 Purple Hearts, a Bronze Star and the made to the Clark Volunteer Emer- and was a Girl Scout leader for more Allen E. Durling of Arnold, Md.; three sity. Dolores M. Immediato, 79, of New Jersey Distinguished Service gency Squad, 875 Raritan Road, Clark than a decade. daughters, Doris Toms of Gotha, Fla., He and his wife, Beatrice Kieves Westfield died on Friday, January Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster. 07066. Before marrying R. Allen Durling, Anita Carvalho of Cranford and Parker, were presented with land- 10, at her home. He was a member and Past Presi- January 16, 2003 a former editor of The Elizabeth Daily Kathryn Zuber of Union; 10 grand- scape and environmental awards Born in New York, she lived in dent of the Kiwanis Club and the Journal, she had worked as a jewelry children; 13 great-grandchildren and from former First Ladies Barbara Westfield for 48 years. Holy Name Society of St. Agnes Ro- Muriel Wagner, 98 designer in Hopewell. The gift shop one great-great granddaughter. Bush and Hillary Rodham Clinton. Mrs. Immediato had been em- man Catholic Church, both in Clark. Muriel Knerr Wagner, 98, of resulted from travels after her chil- Funeral services were held on Sat- A United States Army veteran of ployed as a mail clerk at the He was predeceased by two broth- Westfield died on Wednesday, De- dren were grown. urday, January 11, at the Wilson- World War II, who saw action dur- Westfield Post Office for many years cember 25, in Fanwood. During the 1950s, she and her hus- Apple Funeral Home, 2560 ing the Battle of the Bulge, he was prior to retiring several years ago. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., she had band published the PBA Sentinel for Pennington Road, Pennington. the recipient of six battle medals She was a member of the Order of David J. Miksis, 46 lived in Queens, Long Island and the New Jersey State Policemen’s Burial was at the Highland Cemetery and four battle stars. the Eastern Star Atlas Chapter 99 in David J. Miksis, 46, of Scotch Plains Manhattan before moving to Benevolent Association. in Hopewell. Mr. Parker served in the Third Westfield. died on Sunday, January 5, at Westfield 15 years ago. A perfectionist, she earned liter- In lieu of flowers, contributions Field Artillery Forward Observation She was predeceased by two hus- Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- Mrs. Wagner had been executive ally hundreds of blue ribbons for cro- may be sent to the Grace Methodist Battalion, a secret advance unit that bands, Harry Shaffer, in 1971, and ter in Plainfield. secretary to the president of Princeton cheting, needlework, crafts, jams and Church, Silver Star Road, Orlando, worked ahead of the infantry to de- Carl Immediato, in 2001. Born in Plainfield, he had resided Hosiery Mills in New York City be- baked goods at the Central Florida Fla. or the First United Methodist termine the Germans’ position for Surviving are two sons, Joe Shaffer in North Plainfield before relocating fore retiring. State Fair. Church, 1 East Broad Street, the Allied forces. and Claude Shaffer; a brother, Al to Scotch Plains in 1992. She was predeceased by her hus- For the six months of the year spent Westfield, N.J. 07090. A member of the first Allied bat- DePippo; three grandchildren and Mr. Miksis was a fundraiser for the band, Arthur Wagner, in 1941. in Whiting until recently, she main- January 16, 2003 talion to enter the Dachau concen- two great-grandchildren. United Children’s Fund in Matawan Surviving are two daughters, Carol tration camp, which he helped to Funeral services were held on for several years. Earlier, he had been Smith and Jane O’Connor, both of liberate, Mr. Parker later recalled Monday, January 13, at the Dooley a social worker for the ARC in Westfield. Eric Kalkbrenner, 46, Fordham Graduate; his experiences for Steven Colonial Home, 556 Westfield Av- Plainfield. A Funeral Mass was offered on Was Systems Consultant For Many Years Spielberg’s “Survivors of the enue in Westfield. Interment was pri- Surviving are his wife, Michelle C. Saturday, December 28, at St. Helen’s Shoah” historical video project. vate. Miksis; three sons, Johnathan Miksis, Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. Eric J. Kalkbrenner, 46, of Scotch Also surviving are two sons, Evan Earlier, while working for green- Memorial contributions may be Dylan Miksis and Adam Miksis, and Interment followed at Fairview Cem- Plains died on Thursday, January 9, at Kalkbrenner and Alex Kalkbrenner; houses on Long Island, he learned made to the Westfield Rescue Squad, two brothers, Peter Miksis and Steven etery in Westfield. the home of his companion, Kathleen his father, Leo H. Kalkbrenner, and of plans by the German-American P.O. Box 356, Westfield 07091 or to Miksis. Funeral arrangements were under Corcoran of Scotch Plains. two brothers, Karl L. Kalkbrenner and Bund to sabotage United States the Westfield/Mountainside Chap- Private arrangements were under the direction of the Higgins and Born in Katonah, N.Y., he had re- John W. Kalkbrenner. munitions works, which he reported ter of the American Red Cross, 321 the direction of the Rossi Funeral Bonner Echo Lake Funeral Home in sided in Howell and Cedar Grove A funeral service was conducted to the FBI. Elm Street, Westfield 07090. Home in Scotch Plains. Westfield. prior to moving to Scotch Plains last on Saturday, January 11, from the Mr. Parker was a member of the January 16, 2003 January 16, 2003 January 16, 2003 year. Rossi Funeral Home in Scotch Plains. Mr. Kalkbrenner was employed A Mass followed at St. Bartholomew Charles A. Harris, 83, Was Attorney; Martha S. Herr, 58, Biology Teacher with the Computer Science Corpora- the Apostle Roman Catholic Church tion in New York City since 1997. in Scotch Plains. Interment was pri- Former Westfield Town Councilman With School Districts in New York Earlier, he had been a systems con- vate. sultant for many years with the Memorial donations may be made Charles A. Harris, 83, of Beach Mr. Harris was a communicant of Martha S. Herr, 58, of Apalachin, and Robert Sidie; two sisters, Barbara McGraw Hill Corporation in New to the Central New Jersey Brain Tu- Haven died on Sunday, January 5, the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic N.Y. died on Tuesday, January 14, at Fittipaldi and Kathleen Bamburak, York City. mor Support Group, P.O. Box 221, at Southern Ocean County Hospi- Church in Westfield, where he was her home. and a granddaughter. He graduated from Fordham Uni- Martinsville 08836. tal in Manahawkin. a Eucharistic Minister and served Born in Elizabeth, she was a resi- A Funeral Mass will be offered at 1 versity in the Bronx. January 16, 2003 Born in Newark, he had lived in on several boards. He most recently dent of Apalachin for many years. p.m. today, Thursday, January 16, at Westfield for 36 years. A summer was a communicant of St. Francis Mrs. Herr was employed as a biol- St. Margaret Mary’s Church. Burial Florence C. Ehmann, 89, Had Worked and weekend resident of Beach of Assisi Roman Catholic Church ogy teacher in the Vestal, Windsor will be in the Calvary Cemetery in Haven beginning in 1987, he in Brant Beach. and Union-Endicott, N.Y. school dis- Johnson City, N.Y. moved there permanently in 1992. Mr. Harris graduated from tricts. Arrangements are under the direc- As Executive Secretary For 45 Years Mr. Harris had been employed as Stevens Institute of Technology She was a member of St. Margaret tion of the Allen Memorial Home in Florence C. Ehmann, 89, of Surviving are two nephews, James an attorney for Johnson & Johnson with a degree in engineering and Mary’s Church in Apalachin. Endicott. Westfield died on Wednesday, Janu- R. Dunne, D.D.S. of Mountainside in New Brunswick for 36 years. He from the Massachusetts Institute Surviving are her husband, Michael Memorial contributions may be ary 1, in Franciscan Oaks Health Cen- and David M. Dunne, D.M.D. of served as a Patent Attorney and of Technology with a degree in Herr; two sons, Michael Herr and Jef- made to the Hospice Program, in care ter in Denville. Sparta, and three grandnieces. with the Office of General Counsel naval architecture, both in 1941. frey Herr; two daughters, Teresa Wehrli of Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, 169 Born in Elizabeth, she had lived in The funeral was conducted on Sat- before retiring in 1988. He had He received his law degree from and Rebecca Herr; her parents, James Riverside Drive, Binghamton, N.Y. West Trenton prior to moving to urday, January 4, from the Higgins also served on the Corporate Man- Columbia University Law School and Lee Sidie; four brothers, James 13905. Westfield 22 years ago. and Bonner Echo Lake Funeral Home January 16, 2003 agement Boards. in 1948. Sidie, Thomas Sidie, Richard Sidie Mrs. Ehmann had worked as an ex- in Westfield. A Mass followed at the He served on the Westfield Town He was a member of the Ameri- ecutive secretary for the New Jersey Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catho- Council from 1971 to 1974, where can Bar Association and the New Guido ‘Guy’ Piesco, 77, Musician; Employment Security Agency in Tren- lic Church in Mountainside. Inter- he was Chairman of the Laws and Jersey, New York and American ton for 45 years before retiring in 1974. ment was at St. Gertrude Cemetery in Rules Committee and was very ac- Patent Law Associations. She was predeceased by her hus- Colonia. tive in development and land use A Lieutenant Commander in the Retired Special Education Teacher January 16, 2003 band, Gerard C. Ehmann. within the community. United States Navy, he served in Guido “Guy” Piesco, 77, of Ohai, Lounge in Garwood and the Mr. Harris was Vice Chairman World War II and the Korean Con- Calif. died on Friday, January 10, at Springburn Manor in Union. and a Westfield representative on flict. his home. Mr. Piesco earned a degree in edu- Mary Lozowski, 68, Squad Dispatcher; the Union County Community De- Surviving are his wife of 50 years, Born in Westfield, he relocated to cation from Florida Southern Col- velopment Revenue Sharing Com- Virginia Hutton Harris; four sons, Ohai 35 years ago. lege in Lakeland. Had Assisted Nurses at Muhlenberg mittee. Peter H. Harris of Staten Island, Mr. Piesco had been employed as a He served in the United States Navy Mary L. Lozowski, 68, of Scotch etery in Scotch Plains. He additionally served as Vice N.Y., Michael P. Harris of special education teacher in the Ohai during World War II. Plains died on Thursday, January 9, at Memorial contributions may be President of Westfield’s Commu- Hawthorne, Stephen A. Harris of school system for 23 years prior to Surviving are two sons, Ronald Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. made to the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, nity Development Corporation, on Long Beach Island and Paul A. retiring 12 years ago. Earlier, he had Piesco and Barry Piesco; two broth- Born in Elizabeth, she was a resident P.O. Box 325, Scotch Plains 07076. which he also acted as counsel, and Harris of Evergreen, Colo.; a been a teacher in the Montclair and ers, Boris Piesco and Alfred Piesco, of Scotch Plains for most of her life. January 16, 2003 was a member of the Steering Com- daughter, Marianne Harris of North Plainfield school systems. and a sister, Olga Powell. Mrs. Lozowski had been a dis- mittee of the New Jersey Housing Plainfield, and four grandchildren, He had additionally played piano Private services have been held. patcher for the Westfield Rescue Madeline Buonanno, 70 and Land Use Coalition. Kevin, Brian, Gregory and Charles. and saxophone at the Westwood January 16, 2003 Squad from 1980 until retiring in Madeline E. Buonanno, 70, of He was a founding member of the A Memorial Mass was held on 1992. Earlier, she had been a clerk Garwood died on Sunday, January Westfield Charter Study Commit- Thursday, January 9, at St. Francis Karen Citrin, 54, Mathematics Teacher; and assisted nurses involved with 12, at Rahway Hospital. tee and the Union County Catholic of Assisi Church. dialysis care at Muhlenberg Regional Miss Buonanno had been em- Human Relations Council. Funeral services were under the Had Retired From WHS After 25 Years Medical Center in Plainfield. ployed in the deli department of A member of the Westfield Area direction of the Bugbee-Riggs Fu- Karen Citrin, 54, of Westfield died Citrin; a son, David Citrin; her par- She was predeceased by her hus- Kings supermarket in Garwood be- Committee for Human Rights and neral Home in Ship Bottom. on Sunday, January 12, at Daughters ents, Evelyn and Nathan Cooper, and band, Walter Lozowski; a brother, fore retiring in 1994 after 20 years. a Trustee of the Union County Memorial contributions may be of Israel in West Orange. a sister, Barbara Azar. Roger Crilly, and a grandson. Surviving are two brothers, Ralph Anti-Poverty Council, he was also made to the Holy Trinity Parish, Born in New York City, she was a Services were held yesterday, Surviving are five daughters, Diane Buonanno and Rudolph Buonanno. active in various community and 315 First Street, Westfield 07090 resident of Westfield for 29 years. Wednesday, January 15, at Temple Riter, Joan Lozowski, Jean Lozowski, The funeral will be held at 9:30 church affairs. He was a United or to the St. Francis Parish, 4700 Mrs. Citrin had been a mathemat- Emanu-El in Westfield. Interment was Sue Rosario and Mary Lou Camastra; a.m. tomorrow, Friday, January 17, Fund Captain and Chairman of the Long Beach Boulevard, Brant ics teacher for 25 years at Westfield at the Beth Moses Cemetery in three sons, Peter Lozowski, Steven from the Dooley Colonial Home, 556 Holy Trinity Westfield Interfaith Beach 08008. High School prior to retiring in 1995. Pinelawn, Long Island, N.Y. Shiva Lozowski and Andy Lozowski; three Westfield Avenue in Westfield. A Mass Open House Program. January 16, 2003 A 1969 graduate of City College of will be observed at the Citrin resi- sisters, Shirley Chambers, Eileen West of Christian Burial will be offered at New York, she earned a master’s de- dence through tonight, Thursday, and Kathryn Sinnott; a brother, Tho- 10:30 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Roman Donald R. Kennedy, 88, Was Attorney; gree from Rutgers University in 1972. January 16. mas Crilly, and 11 grandchildren. Catholic Church in Westfield. Inter- She was a member of the National Arrangements were under the di- The funeral was held on Monday, ment will take place at Fairview Cem- Involved In Scholarships and Library Education Association, the New Jer- rection of Kreitzman’s Memorial January 13, from the Rossi Funeral etery in Westfield. Donald R. Kennedy, 88, of 35 years before his retirement in sey Teachers Association and the Home in Livingston. Home in Scotch Plains, followed by Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Westfield died on Sunday, January 1974. National Council of Mathematics Memorial donations may be made a Mass at St. Bartholomew the Apostle and 7 to 9 p.m. today, Thursday, Janu- 12, at the Abbott Manor Convales- He earned a Bachelor of Arts De- School Teachers. to Alzheimer’s disease research. Roman Catholic Church in Scotch ary 16. cent Center in Plainfield. gree in 1936 from Lafayette Col- Surviving are a daughter, Lisa January 16, 2003 Plains. Interment was at Hillside Cem- January 16, 2003 Born in Bayonne, he lived in lege in Eastern Pennsylvania and Westfield for over 49 years. his law degree from Harvard Law An attorney, Mr. Kennedy began School in 1939. practicing law with his father and He was a member of the New Jer- eventually took over the firm of sey Bar Association and the Hudson Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Kennedy and Kennedy in Bayonne. County Bar Association, both since Caught in the He was self-employed for more than 1940. Additionally, he was active Caring & Courteous Service to the with the scholarship committees of Cranford / Westfield Area Since 1913 Lafayette College and the Hudson Medicaid confusion? MASTER County University Club, and was a member of the Friends of the MEMORIALS Westfield Library. Westfield orethought® funeral planning Mr. Kennedy was the attorney for F the Pamrapo Savings Bank in 556 Westfield Avenue 524 Central Avenue can help. Westfield, NJ Bayonne for over 35 years. 233-0255 He was a United States Navy vet- John L. Dooley (908) 233-2350 eran of World War II and subsequently Manager retired from the United States Naval Find out how Reserves as a Lieutenant. Surviving is his wife of 54 years, by calling... Johanna Ernst Kennedy. There will be no visitation. A me- Designer • Builders of fine morial service will be held at a later MONUMENTS date at the Gray Funeral Home, 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. Cranford FUNERAL MARKERS In lieu of flowers, memorial do- DIRECTORS MAUSOLEUMS nations may be made to the 218 North Avenue Westfield Rescue Squad, P.O. Box – Since 1897 – Lettered • Cleaned 276-0255 356, Westfield 07091 or to the Ani- mal Care Sanctuary, P.O. Box A, Charles V. Dooley Tim Doerr Smithfield, Pa. 18817. Manager • WILLIAM A. DOYLE • PAULETTE CRABIEL WAHLER Bruce Bauer January 16, 2003 • DALE SCHOUSTRA • LISA LO RICCO SHARP (established 1939) Executive Administrator – William A. Doyle Also: 300 Rt. 37 East See it all on the Web! WESTFIELD: 318 East Broad St., William A. Doyle, Mgr. • 233-0143 Toms River, NJ www.goleader.com CRANFORD: 12 Springfield Ave., Dale R. Schoustra, Mgr. • 276-0092 (732) 349-2350 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. 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1234567890123456789012345678901212345678901234567890123456789012123456789012345 By Westfield School District 1234567890123456789012345678901212345678901234567890123456789012123456789012345 Catholic Schools Week Plans 1234567890123456789012345678901212345678901234567890123456789012123456789012345 WESTFIELD — The Westfield tendent of Schools Dr. William Foley, WESTFIELD – Holy Trinity The students have been crafting Public School District’s 2001-2002 who noted that the school district con- Interparochial School (HTIS) is cel- “Making a World of Difference” ban- Annual Report has been mailed to tinued to “focus on finding ways to Long-Range Planning Session ebrating Catholic Schools Week with ners, which will be hung during the every household in Westfield. reach and impact all of our students.” activities at the Westfield campus for Masses feting Catholic Schools on The brochure includes student Any residents who have not re- grades 1 through 8. Programs are also Sunday, January 26. These Masses and staff accomplishments, test ceived a copy of the 2001-2002 Scheduled by SP-F School Bd. slated at the new Mountainside cam- will be held at St. Helen’s Church in scores and other factual information Annual Report, should contact the SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch future direction of the school district pus for kindergarten and the three Westfield at 9:15 a.m.; Our Lady of about the school district. It also con- School/Community Relations Of- Plains-Fanwood Board of Education over the next several years. and four-year-old groups. Lourdes Church in Mountainside at tains an introduction by Superin- fice at (908) 789-4463. has scheduled a long-range planning In an attempt to form as broad- 9:30 a.m. and at Holy Trinity Roman forum for Saturday, February 8, from based and representative a planning CORRECTION Catholic Church at noon. An open house will follow the 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at McGinn Elemen- group as possible, the board is invit- The First Marking Period High tary School in Scotch Plains. ing participation by interested staff noon Mass at Holy Trinity School Honor Rolls and Regular Honor in Westfield, which is located at Participants in the all-day session and community members. Rolls for Terrill Middle School in will focus their discussions on the To participate in this long-range 336 First Street. Principal Dorothy Scotch Plains was reported by Prin- Szot will welcome current and fu- strengths of the Scotch Plains- planning day, please contact the Of- cipal John C. Foulks, not Guid- Fanwood public schools and on the fice of Superintendent of Schools ture parents and begin the registra- ance Counselor Susan Thul. tion process for the 2003-2004 aca- critical issues that will confront the Carol Choye at (908) 232-6161, ex- In addition, the names below district in the future. tension no. 40 or e-mail demic year. Parents will be able to should have been listed as High tour the facility in Westfield, while A facilitator from the New Jersey [email protected] by Friday, Honor Roll students in the eighth School Boards Association will work January 17. meeting teachers from both cam- grade, not Regular Honor Roll puses. with both small and large groups A selection committee of adminis- students: during the day, and it is expected that trative staff members and school board Pre-school and kindergarten chil- the results of their discussions will be officers will determine the final list of HIGH HONORS dren may attend an open house at the used to help shape the goals and participants. GRADE 8 – 24 PUPILS Mountainside campus, located at 300 Nora Ali Helen Han Central Avenue, on Friday, January Lisa Bloom AllisonHoynes-O’Connor 24, beginning at 9:15 a.m. The direc- Diana Chaves Cristin Joy tor of that facility, Leslie Lewis, will DECA Students to Interview Grant Darwin Sindhu Kilakkathi Christina DeFeo Brittany Larkin be available to answer questions and Megan Dyckman Jessica Lieberman help with the tours. Corporate Representatives Morgan Finkel Melissa Loewinger Classroom visitation in Westfield Brittany Fusillo Jaclyn Lopez will be held on Tuesday, January SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch nies.” Jennifer Gaglioti Jillian Lusk 28, from 9 to 11 a.m. and at the Plains-Fanwood High School DECA The project’s purpose is part of the Genevieve Gilroy Simone March Mountainside campus on Wednes- Casey Griffin Lauren Spirko day, January 29, from 9:15 to 11:15 Chapter, an association of marketing student’s endeavor to promote our Kenneth Wasserman students, is planning a trip to New Free Enterprise System. Once the in- a.m. Parents are welcome to visit SPREADING HOLIDAY CHEER…Families from Washington, Wilson and Lauren Weissbrod each child’s class during teacher Franklin Elementary Schools helped spread holiday cheer to 90 families. The three York City to speak with corporate terviews are conducted, the three schools participated in a gift donation program coordinated by Westfield’s executives of various companies pupils will report their findings to We regret the error. instruction for a 10-minute period. Department of Human Services. Pictured, left to right, are: Washington School about their policies on social respon- other students as well as civic groups. Other highlights of the week in- PTO President Elyse Descalzi, Laing Sisto, Michele Zahka and Anne Bristow. sibility and business ethics, a topic clude Teacher Appreciation Mon- These women helped deliver Washington School’s gifts. which has received extensive press day. Students will give flowers and coverage in the past several years. Wardlaw-Hartridge Receives notes to the teachers, while sharing The students will analyze how these an early morning breakfast with all Learning Disabilities Group issues have affected the nation’s of the teachers. The children will economy. The firms the students are Donation Tallying $2 Million also be treated to an ice cream social planning to visit include Ruder Finn, during the week. Tells New Slate of Programs Inc., The Colgate-Palmolive Company, EDISON — The Wardlaw- Plumeri, and Lee Hill Snowdon,” he Sixth grade teacher Patricia Green Hartridge School in Edison re- has organized a student retreat day SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch The program will be held at Brunner Liz Claiborne Inc., and The Canadian said. Imperial Bank of Commerce. ported that it has received the larg- Mrs. Lackland explained to Mr. for Thursday. “Dress Down Friday,” Plains-Fanwood Learning Disabili- School at 7:30 p.m. est single gift in the school’s 120- which will include an afternoon of ties Association (SP-F LDA) has an- The SP-F LDA Annual Student As part of their study of economics Williamson, “It feels wonderful to and the Free Enterprise System, the year history. be able to do something for the roller-skating at Skate USA, will high- nounced its schedule of programs for Recognition Night, which honors Donna Sarkison Lackland and her light the week for the youngsters. The the second half of the 2002-2003 children with special needs for their students will focus on how businesses school that has meant so much to plan to earn back the trust of the husband, Fred, have committed to me for over half of my life. It would parents and Home School Associa- school year. The programs are open to accomplishments, has been resched- giving the school $2 million to tion will provide a special Friday all parents within the school district uled for Thursday, June 5. The loca- consumer, what is being done to bring a smile to my father’s face.” deter irresponsible behavior in their honor her father Harold Phillip Both Mrs. and Mr. Lackland are lunch for the teachers and staff. and surrounding towns. tion of the event will be announced at Sarkison who died in June at the age For more information regarding the “The SP-F LDA is pleased to sup- a later date. companies, and what the conse- members of the Emeritus Board of quences would be for such actions. of 91. Wardlaw-Hartridge, having served Mountainside campus, please call port the families of children with learn- The SP-F LDA is a support and re- Mr. Sarkison was born in Butler, (908) 233-1899. For more informa- ing disabilities, and continues to host source group for families with chil- Lastly, the students will find out as members of the Board of how they are giving back to society but grew up in Michigan. He re- Hartridge, Wardlaw, and the merged tion on the Westfield campus, please speakers with a broad spectrum of dren who have learning disabilities. turned to New Jersey to work for call (908) 233-0484. expertise – occupational therapists, The organization’s objective is to help in terms of charities and sponsor- Wardlaw-Hartridge School for over ships. Johnson and Johnson and later be- 40 years in combination. Their three psychologists, advocates and others,” families in the home, school and com- came Director of Bulk Products for said Christine Bumiller, SP-F LDA munity environments. The SP-F LDA The students plan to visit diverse children are graduates of the school. Brian Osborn Placed industries to gain a broader under- Merck Corporation. Because the first priority from the President. “Any adult who is inter- works closely with the school district’s Head of School Chris Williamson ested may attend any of our programs.” Department of Special Services and standing of how these corporations, Master Plan is major renovation of On Fall Dean’s List and the economy, were affected as a noted, “We are so grateful and hon- the Upper School science facilities, WESTFIELD – Brian Osborn, the On Saturday, January 25, SP-F LDA Parent-Teacher Association, but it is a ored by the Lackland’s generosity. volunteers will work at the Fanwood separate, volunteer organization. result of the problems in other indus- this past fall the school began seek- son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Osborn of tries. Their confidence in the future of ing support to provide state-of-the- Westfield and a 2000 graduate of Recycling Center on North Avenue For more information on programs Wardlaw-Hartridge will allow the from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The organization or membership, please contact Chris- The three DECA Chairpersons of art biology, chemistry and physics Westfield High School, earned Dean’s the project, Steven Doremus, Andrew school to move forward immedi- classroom labs to meet the needs of List honors for the fall 2002 semester will receive a donation for its efforts, tine Bumiller at (908) 889-6853 or ately to meet components of the which will be used to fund ongoing write Scotch Plains-Fanwood LDA, Machrone, and Michael Zatorski, will the accelerated Upper School sci- at Centenary College in start the project by conducting inter- Master Plan for Facilities that was ence program. Hackettstown. SP-F LDA programs for parents and P.O. Box 283, Fanwood, 07023. approved by the Board of Trustees children in the district. views with executives from each of As this fundraising continues, A business administration major at the companies on Thursday, January in April 2002. Mr. Williamson noted, “The Centenary, Brian is concentrating in The SP-F LDA will sponsor a Parent Michael Nelson Enrolls He praised the continuing tradi- Support Group Meeting on Wednes- 16, in New York City. Lackland gift will be a catalyst for sports management. “This is going to be an exciting and tion of philanthropy exhibited at considering additional projects as day, January 29, at 7:30 p.m. at In The Cittone Institute the school. “It will also add the Brunner Elementary School. The interesting project for us,” said part of a larger effort. We are de- SCOTCH PLAINS – Lincoln Edu- Sarkison name to those prominently lighted that we can now complete meeting is for all parents or guardians cational Services of West Orange has Steven. “Hopefully through our in- ATTENTION! terviews, in a small way, we can displayed at the school, among them the science project over the sum- of children who receive any type of revealed that Michael Nelson of Prentice C. Horne, Raul and Heath services or accommodations from the restore some of the confidence and mer of 2003.” Are you a student with a Scotch Plains is among newly en- Pantaleoni, Joseph and Nancy Wardlaw-Hartridge School’s Di- school district. rolled students in the network sys- integrity people need from compa- flair for writing? Then, On Tuesday, February 4, special- rector of Development Kathleen maybe “The Student View” tems administrator program at The Smythe commented, “This is the ists from the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Cittone Institute in Edison. Michael is for you! For more details, school district will offer a presenta- largest single gift ever made to an please contact Education was schooled in Kingston, Jamaica. St. Bartholomew School independent school in Middlesex tion on auditory processing issues. He is married with five children. Editor Michelle Le County. The gift is truly a trans- Poidevin at (908) 232-4407 Will Host Open House forming one and will make a sig- or e-mail nificant difference in the life of our [email protected] Seton Hall Prep Reports school,” she said. SCOTCH PLAINS — St. liturgy on Sunday, January 26, at St. Bartholomew Interparochial School Bartholomew’s Church; a special as- First Trimester Honor Roll has scheduled its annual Open House sembly entitled “Meet the Musicians” for Tuesday, January 28, from 9 to for students and the public on WEST ORANGE – Westfield and earned First Honors. Nicholas 11:15 a.m. as part of its celebration of Wednesday, January 29, at 1:30pm; a Scotch Plains students have been Colucci, a freshman, received First Catholic Schools Week. Spirit Day of student athletic compe- placed on the First Trimester Honor Honors. Kevin Smith, a freshman, The school invites the community titions on January 30; a closing lit- Roll at Seton Hall Preparatory also earned First Honors. to visit during its Open House to urgy at St. Bartholomew’s Church at School in West Orange. Patrick Muldoon, a freshman, re- observe classes in session, meet rep- 8:30 a.m. on January 31, and a Family To qualify for First Honors, pu- ceived Second Honors, while fel- resentatives of the Home School As- Night on January 31. pils must obtain a 4.0 grade point low freshman Ryan Torcicollo was sociation, and receive information St. Bartholomew Interparochial average. Students with a grade point awarded a Commendation. about registration for the 2003-2004 School is a Catholic elementary average from 3.5 to 4.0 will earn Scotch Plains: school year. school serving Pre-Kindergarten Second Honors. To receive a Com- Ninth graders Matthew Anderson The school will also mark Catholic through eighth grade pupils and is mendation, a student must receive a and Juan-Anton Velarde both re- Schools Week, which extends from located at 2032 Westfield Avenue in grade point average from 3.0 to 3.49. ceived First Honors distinction. Sunday, January 26 through Friday, Scotch Plains. Westfield: Mark Zabel, a sophomore, earned January 31 with a series of special For more information about the Open Andrew Pusar, a sophomore, Second Honors. events. House and registration, please call the Activities planned include a noon school office at (908) 322-4265. Westfield Pupils Recognized Kindergarten Roundup Set For AP Exam Achievements At Deerfield School in March SUMMIT — Former Kent Place 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and MOUNTAINSIDE – Deerfield Children being registered should HELPING OTHERS…Cub Scout Pack No. 73 from Holy Trinity Interparochial School students Charlotte Hansen, grades of 3 or higher on five or more School, located at 302 Central Avenue in be five years of age by Wednesday, School collected toys and other gift items for their holiday service project. The toys Julia Chabrier and Christie of these exams on full-year courses Mountainside, announced its registra- October 1. A birth certificate and proof were donated to the Children’s Specialized Hospital (CSH) in Mountainside for MacDonald of Westfield, all mem- or the equivalent. tion for 2003-2004 kindergarten classes. of residency must be presented to Mrs. their Annual Toy Drive. Janet Weston, Director of Volunteer Services at CSH, is bers of the Class of 2002, have been Registration and screening will be Nugent at the time of the appointment. pictured with the scouts. honored by the College Board in Colin Osborn of WF Earns held by appointment from Monday to recognition of their exceptional Wednesday, March 3 to 5. Appoint- MEN OF COMPETENCE achievement on Advanced Placement Bachelor of Science Degree ments for registration and screening , CONSCIENCE AND COMPASSIONATE (AP) Examinations taken last spring. WESTFIELD – In ceremonies at will begin at 8:45 a.m. Cura personalis: COMMITMENT Charlotte was named an AP University Park on December 21, Parents should call Susan Nugent to Scholar. The award of AP Scholar is Colin Osborn was awarded a Bach- make an appointment for the screening granted to students who receive elor of Science Degree in Environ- that will be conducted by kindergarten Care for the whole person grades of 3 or higher (on a scale of mental Resource Management from teachers, a speech therapist and an occu- 1 to 5) on three or more AP Exams on Pennsylvania State University. pational therapist. Barbara Komoroski, SAINT PETER’S PREP full-year courses or the equivalent. Colin minored in Wildlife and Fish- Deerfield School Guidance Counselor, In 2002, Kent Place had a total of 26 eries Science. He earned Dean’s List will assist with the screening. new Jersey’s Jesuit High school since 1872 students recognized by the College status during his final semester, which To arrange an appointment and to Board for excellence on AP exams. requires a grade point average of 3.50. receive forms that should be com- Julia and Christie received high- A graduate of Westfield High pleted and returned at registration, est honors of AP Scholar with Dis- School, Colin is the son of Mr. and please call (908) 232-8828, extension WINTER OPEN HOUSE tinction, granted to students who Mrs. Peter Osborn of Westfield. no. 213. receive an average grade of at least SUNDAY, JANUARY 26, 2003 Greenstein Participates M Small groups & Low tuition EN In Jewish Student Group FOR Improve 100, 150, 200 + points O 12:00 - 2:30PM WESTFIELD – Lynchburg Col- Powerful test taking tips THERS Developing lege in Lynchburg, Va. has reported Certified Teachers that Westfield resident Jonathan OUR 26TH YEAR OF SERVICE life-long learners Greenstein is a member of the Jewish Student Organization at the school. 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By FRED LECOMTE Heinen finished in 1:45.24 to win the around.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 200-medley relay. Coppa, then won In the 500-freestyle, Pat Dourio The Westfield High School boys the 200 freestyle in 1:52.88 with Shen touched first in 5:41.38. and girls swimming teams proved that winning the Individual Medley (IM) Bartholomew touched first in the they could take to the water better than with a time of 2:06.17. backstroke with a time of 57.84 while Bears as both were victorious against “I just get on the block, do my best Dourio won the 100-breaststroke in the talent-filled East Brunswick Bears and have fun with it,” said Coppa. “It 1:07.44. on January 9 in Westfield. The Blue all boils down to that it’s just a sport. “Three of our main guys are not Devil boys, with their great depth, It’s not really like life itself, so I just here today. Sam Gurdus, Josh sank their counterparts, 100-70, and like to have fun with it and I think that Schoenfeld and Andrew Pernesky are the girls won, 95-75. helps me swim my best. I believe we injured and they’re all good guys for Blue Devils Ryan Bartholomew, definitely have the potential to win us,” explained concerned Blue Devil Zack Coppa, Vin Shen and Chris the state tournament when it rolls boys Head Coach Bruce Johnson.

“We’re down three seniors in Keith Fred K, Leomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times McCloskey and Andrew Ruotolo due BUILDING UP THE POINTS…Blue Devil 152-lb. Dan MacDonald, top, lit up the scoreboard with a 17-2 technical fall in to illness and Sean O’Neill is ineli- 4:41 over Jose Jorge. Westfield beat Kearny, 44-33 in Westfield on January 7. gible. That’s a lot of people to be down no matter how deep you are against a good team. We’ve been doing all right but I thought we would ROB MENCH BOOSTS UNDEFEATED RECORD TO 7-0 be doing a little better. We’re 6-0 and ranked third in the state, so I guess that’s not horrible. But with the talent that we have, it could be better. Next Blue Devil Matmen Crumble week, we have the number two and number one teams coming here, so that will be a real challenge.” Westfield girls Head Coach Martha Kearny Kardinals, 44-33 Bailey, reviewing her line-up, said, “We just have one senior in Alexa By FRED LECOMTE Franchino to the mat in 0:49. ment, gaining some confidence and Vantosky. She’s an excellent swimmer Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “I was looking for a high crotch and taking some shots, so he’s looking and we can always count on her. We The flames of the Westfield High as he circled towards me, I got it,” said have a huge and very strong junior good,” added Blue Devil Head Coach School wrestling team were flicker- Mench. “As he fell to his hip, I scooped Glen Kurz. class with key swimmers in Suzanna ing bright and hot, although dim- up his head and cradled him.” Fowler, Danielle Heffernan and Kelli In a close encounter, 130-lb. ming somewhat in the heavier weight Sam Kramer at 112, pancaked Nate Kardinal Brian McDonnell edged Layton. In our sophomore class, we’re classes. However, the 2-0 Blue Devils Roselle in 1:37 and 119-lb. Craig depending on Kirsten Selert, Chris- Jake Kramer, 7-6, getting an escape Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times stoked the fires with seven falls to Hewitt forged ahead 7-2, then, using with 0:17 remaining. Ethan Powell HAVING FUN WITH IT…That is how Blue Devil senior Zack Coppa feels when tine Clark, Neda Simaika and Lisa forge a 44-33 victory over Kearny on he’s in the water. Coppa a winner of the 200 freestyle was also a winner in 200 a half nelson, packed Nick Garripoli at 135-lb. recorded the quickest pin Zhang. The new freshman that we’re January 7 in Westfield. Blue Devil away in 3:52 to give the Blue Devils medley. The Westfield boys out-swam East Brunswick, 100-70. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 of the evening, cranking David Serra Rob Mench upped his undefeated an 18-0 lead. to his back in just 0:39. record to 7-0 at 103-lb., nailing Jake “I hope our team comes up big here Things got darker for the KLIMOWICZ PUTS IN 25; GILLOOLY, 14; RUSSELL 12 so we can get a little respect from the Kardinals when 140-lb. Tommy UC Boys Track – Page 14 other teams and to show how good we DelDuca shut off the power on Westfield Hockey – Page 12 are this year,” noted Hewitt. Carlos Santiago in 3:51. Lady Raider Cagers Silence “Craig is really showing improve- CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 Lady Bulldogs’ Bark, 74-50 Blue Devil Bowlers Capture

By FRED LECOMTE team like that. It’s going to give these goals. Meanwhile, Klimowicz con- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Brick Tournament Crown girls confidence.” trolled the boards and the Raiders The undefeated, 7-0 Scotch Plains- At the sound of the whistle, it was netted 15-points to open 34-20 lead. Fanwood High School girls basket- Raider control throughout the first “I felt our boxing out made the differ- By DAVID B. CORBIN within seven pins of tying the all- – to top Brick Memorial (3,293) and ball team served notice that they are quarter, as Russell, Klimowicz, for- ence,” explained Russell. “Their big Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times time New Jersey total set by Central No. 1-ranked West Orange (3,290). the team to be reckoned with. Last ward Lindsay Pennella, Burke and girls can jump and we tried our hardest The Westfield High School (WHS) Regional in 2001. Their games of 1,139 and 1,117 es- year, the Lady Raiders reached a low Gillooly took the bark out of Shabazz, to get our bodies on them. I give them bowling team put it all together, set- “With seven more pins, we would tablished new WHS records. Addi- point, falling to Shabazz three times. opening up a 19-13 lead. a lot of credit. They are a good team but ting four school records, en route to have tied the highest series in the tionally, Matt Rothstein, Willy This year, they did not forget the In the second period, the Raider we came out ready to play and we had its first Brick Bowling Tournament history of New Jersey,” exclaimed Masket and Andrew Royston each experience and locked the Bulldogs defense controlled the Bulldogs ag- it in our hearts to win today.” championship in a field of 39 teams Blue Devil Head Coach Mike Tirone. rolled a 700+ series to set another away with a, 74-50, victory in Scotch gression, allowing just three field CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 at Ocean Lanes in Lakewood on Janu- “We really didn’t know about it at the WHS record of having three indi- Plains on January 7. ary 11. Additionally, the Blue Devils time.” viduals roll 700 series in a match. Sophomore center Hillary broke the 3,335 pin total set by Jack- The Blue Devils rolled a WHS high “Both games were school records Klimowicz poured in a season-high son in the event in 1998 and came series of 3,351 – 1,139, 1,095, 1,117 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 25 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. Sophomore forward Maura Gillooly was deadly nailing four shots from downtown for 14 points. Senior for- WESTFIELD SOCCER ASSOCIATION ward Jen Russell stroked the net with BOYS AND GIRLS 12 points and point guard Jenny nd Burke hit for 10 points. Chanelle U8 – 2 GRADE Freeman made her presence known in TRAVEL TEAM TRYOUTS the second half, scoring six points. Bulldog Junia Simms led her team TO PLAY SPRING 2003 with 14 points. “It was a great effort on everyone’s part and they gave it a 110 percent Date Thursday, January 23rd effort,” said Raider Head Coach Brian Location Westfield Armory Homm. “There wasn’t a lot of energy left after the game. They spend it all Evaluators UK Elite on the court. I never expected to win by that much, but you know, we’re Boys Last Names A through M home, and that’s what happens. We Registration 4:00 – 4:30 pm Tryouts 4:30 – 5:30 pm kept our composure, and that’s what Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times we have to do against a team like this. UNSTOPPABLE…Point guard Jenny Burke, No. 21, played with determination Today we proved we could beat a and composure as Scotch Plains-Fanwood rolled over Shabazz, 74-50, in Scotch Boys Last Names N through Z Plains on January 7. Registration 5:00 – 5:30 pm Tryouts 5:30 – 6:30 pm

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TEAMS Number of players trying out and their respective skill levels will dictate number of teams Cranford Cougars, 62-12 we form. Our goal is to provide a fun and challenging soccer experience for the players. Teams will train on Fridays and play games on Saturdays. No records or standings are By DAVID B. CORBIN Union County top seeding implica- weighed in at 215-lbs. and jumped up kept. The emphasis is on player development. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tions. to the heavyweight class for the show- Exceeding their expectations, the Not expecting such a lopsided vic- down with unbeaten senior Matt FALL 2003 U9 TEAMS Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School tory, Raider Head Coach John Scholz Loomis. Last year, Carbone placed These teams are formed only for the Spring 2003 season. New tryouts will be held in Raiders obliterated a rebuilding commented, “No! Not at all! Cranford second in the county at heavyweight May for U9 Fall 2003 Travel Teams. While players will have the opportunity to have fun Cranford Cougar team, 62-12, in is such a tough team. I worked the but was pinned by Loomis in the dual and improve, all players will have to tryout again in May to make the U9 teams. Cranford on January 10. The 6-0 kids really hard so we would be pre- meet. History repeated itself and Raiders yielded only two decisions pared for it. To come out 62-12, it’s Loomis showed Carbone the lights in COMMITMENT and a fall to the Cougars and won just amazing. My kids stepped it up 2:46 using a headlock and a leg hook. Season runs from mid-March through early June. Friday practices go for 1 ½ hours. every key bout of the evening, in- so much.” “I knew it was happening,” said 5 of the Saturday games are played in Westfield; the other 5 will be played at locations cluding a showdown with possible Unbeaten Cougar Steve Carbone Loomis expecting Carbone to jump 15 to 30 minutes away. up to heavyweight. “I was ready all week for it. I was waiting to wrestle him.” COSTS “That’s huge. I knew they were Total cost of $150 includes travel uniform (jersey, shorts, socks), and professional going to bump him up. Matt pinned training on Fridays. The WSA provides financial aid for families unable to afford him last year. To take care of business participation fees. Please contact WSA Treasurer Mike Bobertz at [email protected]. like he did, that’s amazing,” added Scholz. AGE REQUIREMENTS The first bout of the evening, 189- Players must be born between 8/1/94 and 7/31/95. This will include mostly 2nd graders lbs., was a thriller as Raider sopho- and some 1st and 3rd graders. 2nd graders born after 7/31/95 are also eligible. more Marc Fabiano, who previously had some difficulty on his feet, scored EXCUSED ABSENCES a takedown in overtime to stop An- If a player is unable to attend a scheduled tryout, he or she must contact the appropriate thony Donofrio, 3-1. VP of Travel prior to the tryout in order to be considered/ wait-listed for a travel team “I loved it,” laughed Fabiano. “Just position. Please contact Dana at [email protected]. keep pushing them until they break! Every day after practice Coach (Ken) Hernandez and I have been working ARMORY on my shots. I have been getting Park and enter from back center parking lot. Any cancellations, or time changes and better every day, just keep working make up dates will be posted here: http://community.nj.com/soccer/wsa hard!” “He has been working hard with Coach Hernandez after practice after GIRLS TRYOUTS David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Girls who attended the December tryout should attend this tryout as well and the higher HISTORY REPEATING ITSELF...Raider Heavyweight Matt Loomis, top, has he has been working super hard dur- Cougar Steve Carbone in a headlock and pins him in 2:46. Last year, Loomis also ing practice. He’s doing the extra of the two scores will count. stuck Carbone. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, January 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Blue Devil Girls, Boys Sink Devil Keglers ‘K’lobber East Brunswick Swimmers CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Cougar, Raider Bowlers expecting big things from is Pam Wil- man. They have been showing a lot,” son, she’s really coming on.” said De La Fuente. “Coach Bailey By DAVID B. CORBIN Cranford, 4-3 (1,992-2,217 total Vantosky touched first in the 200 told us before the race to go out and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times pins). After loosing Game 1, 659-893, IM in 2:25.65 and Jackie De La Fuente just get it, and we did.” Seniors Willy Masket and Matt the Blue Devils rallied to win Game was victorious in the 200-freestyle in Clark won the 500-freestyle in a Rothstein burned up the lanes to 2, 836-717, and Game 3, 717-607. 2:10.33. time of 5:52.39. “I wasn’t sure I was forge the Westfield High School bowl- The Raiders entered the match with “So far, everyone has been swim- going to swim in it,” said Clark. “But ing team into first place in the a 21-14 record and Westfield was 28-7. ming really fast, especially our fresh- it was a lot of fun to swim for the Watchung Conference with a 7-0 “They have really improved,” said second time this season. Basically, I (2,924-2,505 total pins) victory over Tirone of the Raiders. “If they would Devil Girls Place 5th was looking to keep a steady pace previously first-placed Cranford on have swept us, they could have tied At Pirate Invitational and I stayed at 1:11 all the time January 7. On January 9, the Blue us for first.” through, so it was very consistent.” Devils boosted their record to 35-7 The Raiders gave the Blue Devils The Westfield High School girls Vantosky, Fowler, Hefferman and with a 7-0 (2,946-2,625) win over a a run for their bowling balls and let swimming team placed fifth at the Selert won the 200-freestyle relay Steve Kim (Image 1 Hour Photo) for The Westfield Leader and The Times highly improved Scotch Plains- them know it immediately in Game 1. Pirate Invitational in West Windsor with a time of 1:47.06. Zhang won the A REAL SAVIOR ON ICE...Blue Devil ice hockey goalie Mike Finne kept busy Fanwood High School team. “They were actually ahead by 50 on January 11. Mount St. Mary won 100-backstroke in 1:09.78 and Callie and did a spectacular job making 29 saves against Ridge. The Blue Devils mastered the pins halfway through the game and it the team title with 224.5 points, the Messerole took the 100-breaststroke Cranford Cougars, 999-782, in Game was fortunate that we bowled well in Blue Devils totaled 103 and the in 1:18.20. In the 400-freestyle relay, 1 and Masket, who rolled the match the second half,” expressed Tirone. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Jessica Lipschultz, Ashley Molson, high series of 684, had a high game of “It came down to the anchors. girls finished 13th with 34 points. Simaika and Lauren Winchester Red Devil Icemen Chill 247 and Rothstein, who finished with Rothstein stepped it up and did what Blue Devil Amanda Dickson stroked to victory in 4:19.55. a 624 series, contributed a 222. In he had to do.” touched fourth in the 100-yard breast- “This meet, we’re just really tried to Game 2, the Blue Devils won 997- Westfield won Game 1, 926-922. stroke with a time of 1:11.41 and also mix up the lineup; seeing all the Blue Devil Skaters, 4-0 901. Masket smashed the pins with a Junior Andrew Royston, who rolled touched sixth in the 200-yard indi- events everyone can swim and mak- 246 and Rothstein rolled a 221. Dave the high series of 680, led the Blue vidual medley with a time of 2:23.67. ing sure I know all the flexibility that Palma came through with a 215 in Devils with a 212. Senior Taylor Cole Blue Devil Kirsten Selert placed fifth I have,” concluded Coach Bailey. By RACHEL SKOLNICK Sophomore goalie Mike Finne Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Game 3 to lead Westfield to a 928- had the hot bowling ball for the Raid- in the 50-yard freestyle at 26.39. gave a powerful performance play- 822 win. Masket had a 191 and ers with a 624 series and respective Westfield placed fourth in the 200- Devil MacNeil Sets The Westfield High School boys ing his first game as a starter. Finne Rothstein had a 181. games of 245, 220 and 159. yard medley relay at 1:59.74 and ice hockey team suffered a disap- played the full game and saved a total “Dave carried us in Game 3. It could The Blue Devils awakened in Game fourth in the 200-yard individual Track Meet Record pointing 4-0 loss to Ridge on January of 29 shots. have been a different story,” said Blue 2 and won, 1,016-848, where Palma medley with a time of 1:45.92 while 8. Even though the loss was upset- In the first period, the Blue Devils Devil Head Coach Mike Tirone. had the high game of 235 and senior Westfield High School sopho- ting, this was one of the best games held their own pretty well, letting one the Raiders placed sixth in the event more Emily MacNeil set a meet Prior to the match, Cranford had a Scott Villa rolled a 224. They also won played thus far this season. goal slide on a power play. During the at 1:49.05. Westfield also finished record in the 800 meters at the Cliff 16-4 record and were a few percent- Game 3, 1,004-855, and Royston rolled sixth in the 400-yard freestyle relay “We really prepared ourselves for second period, Westfield lost control age points ahead of the Blue Devils a spectacular high game of 276. Back Indoor Track Invitational at Ridge because they are one of the of the puck in its own zone on the at 3:55.04. Drew University on January 10. who sported a 21-7 record. After the first two frames, “He threw better teams in the state and I feel that power play, and Ridge capitalized on MacNeil easily crossed first with “This was a big match because, at 10 strikes in a row,” expressed Tirone. PUBLIC NOTICE we rose to the challenge. Even though their mistake to score a shorthanded the start of the season, we really had The Blue Devil JV team swept the a time of 2:22.25 and teammate we lost, our team played solid, ag- goal. Scoring for Ridge were John SHERIFF’S SALE Annie Onishi placed third in the a hard schedule and Cranford was Raiders, 7-0 – (2,576-2,109) – and gressive and skated strong through- Mitchell, Eli Elizee and Mike SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, event at 2:29.23. Ja’net Tiller quali- ahead in the standings,” Tirone were led by sophomore Corey Miller CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, out,” said junior right wing Alex Delanni. The Ridge ice hockey team fied for the finals of the 55 meters pointed out. who rolled games of 205, 210 and DOCKET NO. F-5932-98 Regenstreich. is ranked No. 14 in the state and one with a 7.86 in the preliminaries, but The Westfield Junior Varsity edged 224 for a 639 series. CROSSLAND MORTGAGE CORPORA- Although there were no goals scored in their division, Central White. TION, A CORPORATION OF THE STATE could not run because of quadri- for Westfield, top shooters included The Blue Devils are confident that OF UTAH, PLAINTIFF vs. MYRENDIA ceps troubles. CARTER, DEFENDANT. senior defenseman and assistant cap- they will be able to turn things around Blue Devil Adam Wendel took CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, tain John Burnham, who had five shots from their withstanding, 2-6 record in second in the high jump with a Blue Devil Bowlers Capture DATED JANUARY 24, 2000 FOR SALE OF on goal and senior center and Captain the upcoming games. MORTGAGED PREMISES. height of 6 4" and Alexis Gonzales Brian Luck with five shots. Doherty says, “Our record doesn’t By virtue of the above-stated writ of took fourth in the 400 meters with execution to me directed I shall expose for Head Coach Dennis Doherty ex- reflect the direction that the team is a time of 52.66. Brick Tournament Crown sale by public vendue, at the Union County plained, “There were quite a couple going in. If we put the kind of effort in Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- of opportunities to score missed. that we put in last night, we should have CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey PUBLIC NOTICE on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF Some games we have difficulty scor- quite a number of winnable games.” and our previous high total was 3,191, totaled 1,117, Royston, who finished JANUARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the SHERIFF’S SALE ing. We shut out three out of the four “We played a really strong game so we beat that by a substantial with a 701 series, rolled the afternoon of said day. All successful SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, last games, but at previous games against Ridge, considering they are amount,” said Tirone. tournament’s highest game with a bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, we’ve made up to 11 goals.” one of the top public school teams in In Game 1, where the Blue Devils 279. Rothstein had a 237, Masket able in cash or certified check at the DOCKET NO. F-11680-01 conclusion of the sales. BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE, the state,” Senior Captain Luck said. totaled 1,139, Rothstein, who fin- had a 213, Dave Palma had a 203 and The judgment amount is SEVENTY ONE PLAINTIFF vs. SONIA NEWMAN, DEFEN- PUBLIC NOTICE “If we continue to play at the same ished with the team’s highest series of Villa rolled a 185. THOUSAND SIXTY FOUR & 01/100 DANT. level, we should have no problem 719, led the charge with a 246. Lead- The lanes were quite generous to ($71,064.01). CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SHERIFF’S SALE winning games against the other The property to be sold is located in the DATED MAY 31, 2002 FOR SALE OF SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, off bowler Willy Masket rolled 235, many as 13 teams rolled 3,000+ to- City of Elizabeth, County of Union and MORTGAGED PREMISES. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, teams in our division. Our record is 2- Andrew Royston had a 218, Scott tals. State of New Jersey. By virtue of the above-stated writ of DOCKET NO. F-21567-01 6, but the season is far from over, and Villa had a 302 and Brian Stotter, who “The condition of the lanes is bet- It is commonly known as 1009 Bond execution to me directed I shall expose for ROBERT J. DE GROOT, ESQUIRE, AS I’m confident that we will turn things had moved up from the Junior Varsity, ter. They are synthetic lanes rather Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. sale by public vendue, at the Union County TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. MARIA around and finish the season with a It is known and designated as Block 8, Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- JOANNIDES, N/K/A MARIA GRAMMENOS came on strong with a 237. than wood lanes and equipment now Lot 353. bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey & GUS T. JOANNIDES, ET ALS, DEFEN- .500 or better record. We haven’t made In Game 2, the Blue Devils finished is geared for synthetic lanes,” ex- The dimensions are 37.50 feet wide on WEDNESDAY THE 5TH DAY OF DANT. the state tournament in three years, with a total of 1,095. Masket, who plained Tirone. 115.00 feet long. FEBRUARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, but we definitely have the ability to DATED JULY 10, 2002 FOR SALE OF finished with a 714 series, had the The prestigious victory moved the Nearest cross street: Situate on the the afternoon of said day. All successful make it this year.” high game of 266. Rothstein rolled a Blue Devils up to the No. 2 ranking in northeasterly line of Bond Street, 100.00 bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of 236 and Villa, who had a series of 597, the state. “I did not want to be moved feet from the northwesterly line of Spring able in cash or certified check at the PUBLIC NOTICE Street. conclusion of the sales. execution to me directed I shall expose for rolled a 209. Royston had a 204 and to No. 1 at this time,” said Tirone. Prior lien(s): None. The judgment amount is TWO-HUNDRED sale by public vendue, at the Union County Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- TOWN OF WESTFIELD Stotter had a 180. “There is a lot of pressure and every There is due approximately the sum of NINTY ONE THOUSAND NINE-HUNDRED In Game 3, where the Blue Devils team will be gunning for us. It’s better ONE-HUNDRED SIX THOUSAND ONE- FIFTY SEVEN & 71/100 ($291,957.71). bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey PLANNING BOARD HUNDRED SEVENTY FIVE & 99/100 The property to be sold is located in the on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF to be No. 1 at the end of the season.” Notice is hereby given that the Westfield PUBLIC NOTICE ($106,175.99) together with lawful inter- TOWN of WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY JANUARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All successful Planning Board at its meeting on Thurs- TOP TEAMS: est and costs. 07090, County of UNION and State of New NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- day, January 9, 2003 memorialized the 1. Westfield 3,351, 2. Brick Memorial There is a full legal description on file in Jersey. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY able in cash or certified check at the following Board actions of December 2, 3,293, 3. West Orange 3,290, 4. South- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Commonly known as: 206 NORTH FLO- THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ern Regional 3,289, 5. Jackson 3,278, The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RENCE AVENUE, WESTFIELD, NEW JER- conclusion of the sales. 2002: The judgment amount is TWO-HUNDRED CONTRACTOR: Hatch Mott MacDonald 6. Brick A 3,217, 7. Brick Memorial B this sale. SEY 07090. FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAN TWELVE THOUSAND NINE-HUNDRED (formerly Killam Associates), 27 Bleeker 3,175, 8. Howell A 3,154, 9. Monmouth RALPH FROEHLICH Tax Lot No. 32 in Block No. 2704. APPROVAL GRANTED FOR: 3,145, 10. Manalapan 3,144, 11. SHERIFF Dimension of Lot: approximately 100 EIGHTEEN & 71/100 ($212,918.71). Street, Millburn, New Jersey 07041-1008. 01-14(V) R.R.D. CONTRACTORS, INC Woodbridge 3,134. STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, feet wide by 100 feet long. Borough of Mountainside NATURE OF SERVICE: Consulting Mu- (CODDING ROAD) NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LL Nearest Cross Street: Hancock Street. Block 1; Lot 5I nicipal Engineer for engineering services PUBLIC NOTICE Suite 300 Situate at a point on the northeasterly 1110 Wyoming Drive 01-23(V) MICHAEL MAHONEY & DANIEL and C-3 Sanitary sewer waste operator Mountainside, New Jersey 07092 coverage. 293 Eisenhower Parkway sideline of North Florence Avenue at its KELLY (EDGAR ROAD) Prelimi- TOWN OF WESTFIELD DURATION: As needed. Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 intersection with the northwesterly side- Nearest Cross Road: North Road now nary Approval granted at the This is to certify that the within Resolu- CH-754384 - (WL) line of Hancock Street North. known as Upland Road Special Planning Board Meeting AMOUNT: Not to exceed $23,880. tion is a true and exact copy of the There is due approximately the sum of $1,990 per month. 4 T - 12/26/02, 1/2/03, 1/9/03 There is due approximately the sum of on December 19, 2001 Resolution adopted on January 7, 2003 by & 1/16/03 Fee: $191.76 THREE-HUNDRED EIGHTEEN THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED THIRTY TWO THOUSAND THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT the Town Council of the Town of SIX-HUNDRED FIFTY EIGHT & 63/100 SIX-HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE & 51/100 FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE Westfield. 02-04(V) SUSAN J. CHERIN, 854 PUBLIC NOTICE ($318,658.63) together with lawful inter- ($232,681.51) together with lawful inter- OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. Bernard A. Heeney STANDISH AVENUE, BLOCK est and costs. est and costs. BARBARA RIEPE Town Clerk TOWN OF WESTFIELD There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in 508, LOT 5 IS SEEKING MINOR TOWNSHIP CLERK RESOLUTION SUBDIVISION WITH VARI- This is to certify that the within Resolu- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. 1 T - 1/16/03, The Times Fee: $17.85 Finance Committee January 7, 2003 ANCES. APPLICANT SEEKS tion is a true and exact copy of the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn WHEREAS, there exists a need for the Resolution adopted on January 7, 2003 by this sale. this sale. TO CREATE TWO LOTS (PRO- PUBLIC NOTICE Annual Audit of the accounts of the Town POSED LOTS 5.01 AND 5.02), the Town Council of the Town of RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH of Westfield, and FROM AN EXISTING SINGLE Westfield. SHERIFF SHERIFF SHERIFF’S SALE WHEREAS, the New Jersey Division of Bernard A. Heeney FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. BOFFA, SHALJIAN, CAMMARATA & LOT. THE EXISTING HOUSE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Local Government Services, Department AND GARAGE TO REMAIN ON Town Clerk Suite 201 O’CONNOR, L.L.C. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, of Community Affairs, issued Technical PROPOSED LOT 5.01. - De- RESOLUTION 7 Century Drive 850 Bergen Avenue DOCKET NO. F-10608-01 Accounting Directive 85-2 mandating that Laws and Rules Committee Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Jersey City, New Jersey 07306 nied. WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, a General Fixed Asset Group of Accounts 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $28.05 January 7, 2003 CH-756788 - (WL) CH-757047 - (WL) INC., PLAINTIFF vs. LEONARDO be carried on the Town’s records, and TAKE NOTICE that the Town Council of 4 T - 1/9, 1/16, 1/23 4 T - 12/26/02, 1/2/03, 1/9/03 RODRIGUEZ, ET AL, DEFENDANT. WHEREAS, on July 26, 1996 the Town the Town of Westfield will meet in Confer- & 1/30/03 Fee: $193.80 & 1/16/03 Fee: $169.32 PUBLIC NOTICE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, of Westfield created a Deferred Compen- ence Session, at which meeting the public DATED MARCH 22, 2002 FOR SALE OF sation Plan, which is offered to all employ- may attend and make comments and/or PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE MORTGAGED PREMISES. ees, pursuant to Sections 403 (b) and 457 address the Council, in such manner and PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, By virtue of the above-stated writ of of the Internal Revenue Code, and for such period of time as the Council by SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, execution to me directed I shall expose for WHEREAS, pursuant to NJAC 5:37-10 Resolution shall direct, to discuss and SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DOCKET NO. F-6038-99 sale by public vendue, at the Union County the Financial Statements of such De- consider matters of public business, upon SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, IMC MORTGAGE COMPANY, A Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- ferred Compensation Plan must be re- which no formal action will then be taken CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-3377-02 FLORIDA CORPORATION, AS SUCCES- bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey viewed, and but which may subsequently be acted DOCKET NO. F-70-00 PRINCIPAL RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SOR BY MERGER TO INDUSTRY MORT- on WEDNESDAY THE 29TH DAY OF JANU- WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts upon in a regular Council Meeting, on the UNION COUNTY SAVINGS BANK, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. SANDRA LARA, ET GAGE CORP., PLAINTIFF vs. LUIS R. ARIAS ARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the Law, (NJSA 40A:11-1 et seq) authorizes following dates in 2003 in the Administra- PLAINTIFF vs. CARLOS A. CERTUCHE, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. AND MAYDA ARIAS, H/W; ROSALINA afternoon of said day. All successful the letting of contracts for professional tive Conference Room in the Municipal AL, DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, ARIAS; MEDARDO OJEDA, ET ALS, DE- bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- services without competitive bidding, and Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED OCTOBER 11, 2002 FOR SALE OF FENDANT. able in cash or certified check at the WHEREAS, Certificate of the Chief Fi- New Jersey, at 8:00 p.m., the said dates DATED DECEMBER 4, 2001 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, conclusion of the sales. nancial Officer, certifying the availability being the following Tuesdays, unless MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of DATED MARCH 24, 2000 FOR SALE OF The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED of adequate funds for this contract, pre- otherwise noted: By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution to me directed I shall expose for MORTGAGED PREMISES. EIGHTY SIX THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED pared in accordance with NJAC 5:30- January 14 and 28 execution to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, at the Union County By virtue of the above-stated writ of EIGHT & 97/100 ($186,208.97). 1.10, has been furnished to the Town February 11 and 25 sale by public vendue, at the Union County Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- execution to me directed I shall expose for Property to be sold is located in the City Clerk. March 11 and 25 Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey sale by public vendue, at the Union County of Elizabeth, County of Union and NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED April 15 and 29 bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY THE 5TH DAY OF Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- State of New Jersey. that: May 13 and 27 on WEDNESDAY THE 29TH DAY OF JANU- FEBRUARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey Premises commonly known as 452 First 1. The firm of Suplee, Clooney & Com- June 10 and 24 ARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the the afternoon of said day. All successful on WEDNESDAY THE 29TH DAY OF JANU- Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206. pany, Registered Municipal Accoun- July 29 afternoon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- ARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the BEING KNOWN as LOT 499, BLOCK 5, tants and Certified Public Accoun- August None bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- able in cash or certified check at the afternoon of said day. All successful on the official Tax Map of the City of tants, be engaged to make the statu- September 2 and 16 able in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- Elizabeth. tory audit of the accounts of the October 7 and 21 conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED able in cash or certified check at the Dimensions: 106.58 feet by 25.00 feet Town of Westfield for the year end- November 5 (Wednesday) and The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY FIVE THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED conclusion of the sales. by 112.87 feet by 253.78 feet. ing December 31, 2002, in accor- 25 TWENTY THOUSAND EIGHT-HUNDRED SEVENTY SEVEN & 40/100 ($165,277.40). The judgment amount is TWO-HUNDRED Nearest Cross Street: South 5th dance with the regulations of the December 9 NINTY & 97/100 ($120,890.97). The property to be sold is located in the TWELVE THOUSAND NINETEEN & 24/100 Street. Division of Local Government Ser- TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Town The property to be sold is located in the CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07202, ($212,019.24). The Sheriff hereby reserves the vices, Department of Community Council of the Town of Westfield will meet City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, County of UNION and State of New Jer- REAL ESTATE TAX DISCLOSURE right to adjourn this sale without Affairs of the State of New Jersey in regular public meeting, at which the New Jersey. sey. There is a tax lien in the estimated sum further notice by publication. for a fee of $47,850.00. public may attend and participate by mak- Commonly known as: 833 Cleveland Commonly known as: 329-331 LOOMIS of $11,500.00 as of April 4, 2000. Plaintiff Subject to unpaid taxes, municipal 2. The aforementioned firm also be ing comments and/or addressing the Coun- Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208. STREET, ELIZABETH CITY, NEW JERSEY advises that the municipal tax office should liens or other charges, and any such engaged to perform necessary ser- cil, on the following dates in 2003 in the Tax Lot No. 358 in Block 10. 07202. be contacted to obtain any additional tax taxes, charges, liens, insurance pre- vices to bring the Town of Westfield Council Chambers of the Municipal Build- Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 40 Tax Lot No. 885 in Block No. 5. amounts that may be due. miums or other advances made by into compliance with the aforemen- ing, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, feet wide by 100 feet long. Dimension of Lot: approximately 50 feet CONCISE DESCRIPTION plaintiff prior to this sale. All inter- tioned Technical Accounting Direc- New Jersey, at 8:00 p.m., with a prelimi- Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the wide by 100 feet long. 1. Municipality: City of Elizabeth; ested parties are to conduct and rely tive of the Division of Local Govern- nary meeting at 7:45 p.m. in the adjacent northeasterly side of Cleveland Avenue Nearest Cross Street: 4TH AVENUE 2. Tax Lot 15, Block 8; upon their own independent inves- ment Services for an additional fee Council Conference Room which the pub- 180.00 feet from the southeasterly side of Situate at a point on the northwesterly 3. Property Street Address: 543 Adams tigation to ascertain whether or not of $6,175.00. lic may also attend, the said meeting dates Verona Avenue. sideline of Loomis Street distance ap- Avenue; any outstanding interest remain of 3. The aforementioned firm also be being the following Tuesdays, unless There is due approximately the sum of proximately 91.83 feet northeasterly from 4. Dimensions: 46.75 feet by 100 feet; record and/or have priority over the engaged to perform the Review otherwise noted: ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY EIGHT THOUSAND its intersection with the northeasterly side- 5. Nearest Cross: Julia Street; lien being foreclosed and, if so the Report on the Town of Westfield January 21 NINE-HUNDRED SIXTY SEVEN & 66/100 line of 4th Avenue. 6. Feet to Nearest Cross: 50 feet. current amount due thereon. Deferred Compensation Plan for an February 4 and 18 ($138,967.66) together with lawful inter- There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of additional fee of $825. March 4 and 18 est and costs. ONE-HUNDRED SEVENTY FIVE THOU- TWO-HUNDRED SEVENTY THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED TWELVE THOUSAND 4. Total fee for the year will be April 8 and 22 There is a full legal description on file in SAND ONE-HUNDRED SEVEN & 82/100 FIVE-HUNDRED EIGHTY TWO & 54/100 TWO-HUNDRED NINTY ONE & 27/100 $54,850.00, with expenditure May 6 and 20 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. ($175,107.82) together with lawful inter- ($270,582.54) together with lawful inter- ($212,291.27) together with lawful inter- charged to audit account. June 3 and 17 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn est and costs. est and costs. est and costs. 5. This contract is awarded without July 1 this sale. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in competitive bidding as a “Profes- August 5 RALPH FROEHLICH the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. sional Service” under the provisions September 9 and 30 SHERIFF The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn of the Local Public Contracts Law, October 14 and 28 ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, this sale. this sale. this sale. NJSA 40A:11-5(1) because NJSA November 12 (Wednesday) ATTORNEYS RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH 40A:4-11 exempts from public bid- December 2 and 16 1139 Spruce Drive SHERIFF SHERIFF SHERIFF ding any work performed pursuant The agenda for all of said meetings is not P.O. Box 1024 FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. SALVATORE L. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, January 16, 2003 Page 13 Raider Wrestlers Obliterate Cranford Cougars, 62-12 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 that’s making him better and you can and over. You learn from your mis- see the difference,” pointed out takes!” Scholz. The Raiders got a pleasant surprise The Raiders also got adequate pro- from junior Tom Gorian at 160-lbs. duction from the “squirrel posse”, when he used a half nelson to flatten Steve Mineo at 116, Derek Francavilla Steve Daubert in 3:47. at 125 and Eric Connolly at 135. “He needs some fine tuning but, at Mineo mesmerized Drew Dennis to the same time, he showed a lot of record a 15-0, technical fall in 3:11. heart. I’m so proud of him,” said “I like to work my whole portfolio Scholz. of moves that I work on in practice Junior Ronnie Ferrara looked very and, every practice, I work on getting strong at 112 and proved it by set- better and to have a wide variety of tling Steve Chenonarik with a half Steve Kim (Image 1 Hour Photo) for The Westfield Leader and The Times moves,” explained Mineo. nelson in 2:51. In a wild bout at 140, PAYBACK TIME… After trailing, 8-4, in his first match of the year and losing David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Facing a relatively tough customer, Raider Chris Sprague lost an 8-7 heart- READY TO RECORD ANOTHER PIN...Raider Eric Connolly, left, controls to him last year, 145-lb. Blue Devil Lee Tomasso impressed by decisioning Kardinal Anthony Crecca, Francavilla worked breaker to Pat Hogan. Raider Pedro Dwayne Thomas, 12-8. Cougar Brian Tagusak in his 135-lb. bout. Connolly pinned Tagusak in 1:29 with a multitude of tilt nearfalls before a grapevine and an arm bar maneuver. Coyt smothered 145-lb. Randy Lutz ending the bout in 5:48 using a with a headlock in 2:25 and 171-lb. Mallory pinning combination. Andrew Silber stacked Matt Costello Viking Cagers, ‘D’ Stall “I know him pretty well,” explained in 1:03. Blue Devil Matmen Crumble Francavilla. “He’s very strong so I WEIGHT BREAKDOWN: wanted to stay out of his tie ups and 189: — Fabiano (S) d. Donofrio, 3-1, OT I used my quickness and low shots.” 215: — Eugene Klyushnicenko (S) Kearny Kardinals, 44-33 Connolly, who lost only to very won forfeit Lady Highlanders, 34-22 Hwt: — Loomis (S) p. Carbone, 2:46 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 talented Matt Stoppay of Spatra this 103: — Matt Fleissner (S) won forfeit season, ended his bout with Brian 112: — Ferrara (S) p. Chenonarik, 2:51 “Tommy got a little sloppy, but he wrestled at his pace, not mine. But By FRED LECOMTE Offensive coyness ruled the third Tagusak in 1:29 using a grapevine 119: — Mineo (S) tf. Dennis, 15-0, 3:11 stayed aggressive,” said Kurz. “He overall, I’m looking to be the top Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times quarter thanks to outstanding defen- and an arm bar. 125: — Francavilla (S) p. Crecca, 5:48 130: — Chris Taglia (C) d. Anthony was pretty fired up coming out, so we wrestler I can be,” explained Specializing in defense, the 6-2 sive play. Green, Huber and Kelly Happy with his progress this sea- Ferrante, 8-2 needed to slow him down a little. But MacDonald. “I’ve been working well Union Catholic High School girls scored for the Vikings while the de- son, Connolly said, “I’m doing pretty 135: — Connolly (S) p. Tagusak, 1:29 I can’t consider that a major problem on neutral and feel strong on bottom, basketball team topped Governor fense stiffened, allowing Governor good. Every win I have had, I pinned 140: — Hogan (C) d. Sprague, 8-7 with a kid being over aggressive, but 145: — Coyt (S) p. Lutz, 2:25 so it will become harder for anyone to Livingston, 34-22, in Berkeley Livingston to jamb the ball into the the guy. My only loss was to Matt his technique is coming along.” hold me down. Also, I’m looking to Heights on January 10. Highlander net just two times. 152: — Brendan Small (C) p. Phil Cho, Stoppay. I went out on the mat kind of 1:17 145-lb. Lee Tomasso had his work use my cradle a lot and work it to stand out Margy Goodspeed led all “It was hard running our offenses, intimidated but I learned a lot from 160: — Gorian (S) p. Daubert, 3:47 cut out for him against a very aggres- perfection.” scorers with 14-points. Senior guard but defense wins games, and that is that match. I watched the tape over 171: — Silber (S) p. Costello, 1:03 sive Dwayne Amos. Earning a 2-0 Stephanie Green and junior forward our motto at Union Catholic,” said The Kardinals flapped back with Green. “Ms. Matthews has always edge with a takedown after one, Amos falls at 160 and 171 then grabbed six Lauren Huber led the Vikings with 10 put Tomasso to his back to take an 8- points each and Amanda Kelly thought us that, but you got to shoot Blue Devil Matmen Maul more points via a forfeit at 189. Be- knocked in five points. through it. If you never shoot, you are 4 lead. In period three, Tomasso, us- fore Kardinal heavyweight Dan “I think we didn’t shoot well to- going to be 100 percent off. Defense, ing a five-point move got the better of Manley won via forfeit, Blue Devil night,” said Viking Head Coach Kathy defense, defense is our whole game Minutemen Matmen, 57-24 his opponent and worked his way to Chris Johnson at 215-lb. showed Mike Matthews. “Its not like we didn’t get and holding down the opposition is earn a 12-8 victory. Stetz the lights in 2:44. good shots, we just didn’t shoot well what it’s all about.” Confused as to why they were over- year, in 2:45 at 125-lbs. “It was my first match back and I “We needed a win on top and Chris and they didn’t go down. The other The best Highlander offensive looked to be on the Union County WEIGHT BREAKDOWN: was cutting some weight, so I really came through big time for us,” said thing is this is the type of score we charge occurred in the fourth quarter, (UC) top-10 list, the Westfield High 215: — Fario Cerezo (E) p. Steve wasn’t in wrestling shape,” said Kurz. “We pushed him up to 215-lb. want for our opponent. We want to when they put together a nine-point School Blue Devils, without the ser- Cruicshank, 2:30 Tomasso. “I knew I was able to take because we figured he would have a vices of 215-lb. junior Nick Hwt: — Jorje Benleden (E) p. Zack play good defense; we want to keep rally. Goodspeed led the assault with Bullek, 4:23 care of him on top but I thought I better chance. He did a nice job on his our opponents down, so when we seven, including a 3-point bomb, but Gismondi, laid waste to UC No. 8 103: — Mench (W) p. Ogada, 3:50 would be better on my feet, but that’s feet; he did a nice job on top and he have a bad scoring day like today, our it was too little, too late. The Vikings Elizabeth, 57-24, in Westfield on Janu- 112: — Sam Kramer (W) p. Tony Ly, the problem coming off an injury.” sucked it up and got the job done defense stands up. Our kids gutted it answered with 12 points, including ary 10. Additionally, the Blue Devils, 2:32 “Lee wrestled his first match against when we needed it.” without 125-lb. Joe DeCampo, 119: — Craig Hewit (W) p. Orlando out and played intense on defense.” five from the free throw line where Diaz, 1:08 the kid who beat him last year,” said “We’re not expecting to be peak- If fans came to see the ball scorch- Huber netted three and Ali Farawell downed the Kearny Kardinals, 44- 125: — Queen (E) p. DeCampo, 2:45 Kurz. “For the exception of one mis- ing right now, which we’re not, but ing the net, they were deeply disap- hit two. Murray fired off two field 33, on January 8. Two days later, the 130: — Jake Kramer (W) p. David Mallik, take that he fought through, he had a we’re going to take this win and go on pointed. In the first quarter, Green and goals to close out the contest. Kardinals buried the UC No. 6 Union 1:02 good match, so I was pleased with from there,” said Kurz. sophomore guard Katelyn Murray “At the half, we discussed how we Farmers, 46-35. 135: — Ethan Powell (W) p. John that for him.” Autheka, :11 PUBLIC NOTICE accounted for Union Catholic’s two needed to get the jitters out,” ex- The 3-0 Blue Devils won 10 of the 140: — Tom Del Duca (W) won forfeit 152-lb. Dan MacDonald gave Jose baskets, while Goodspeed answered plained Goodspeed. “We needed to 14 weight classes against the Minute- 145: — Tomasso (W) p. Karim, 1:42 Jorge a lesson with a 17-2 technical NOTICE TO CREDITORS with one for GL. beat Union Catholic since we haven’t 152: — Dan MacDonald (W) p. Allan men. Junior Blue Devil Rob Mench fall in 4:41 to give the Blue Devils a Estate of: GRACE CASERTA, Deceased In the second quarter, the Vikings beaten them in a long time and to- remained undefeated by pinning Erick Cabatuan, 3:58 160: — Malcolm Jackson (E) won for- 38-9 advantage. Pursuant to the order of James S. took charge and opened up a 16-9 night was our night. Although I think Ogada in 3:50 and junior Lee Tomasso feit “I was a little sloppy because I LaCorte, Surrogate of the County of Union, advantage. Green hammered the bas- we played really well defensively, we pinned Amar Karim in 1:42. In the 171: — Gil Arbitsman (W) d. Isiah made on the 10TH day of JANUARY, A.D. ket with five points, including one didn’t play our top game offensively. Halsey, 7-5 PUBLIC NOTICE 2003, upon the application of the under- biggest match up of the evening, Min- signed, as EXECUTOR of the estate of from down town. Huber scored three Lay ups were a big factor for us. We uteman Amin Queen, ranked seventh 189: — Chris Johnson (W) p Amel 2003 Regular Meetings of the Amaar, 2:42 said deceased, notice is hereby given to points while forward Ashley didn’t make what we should have. It in the state at 119, pinned DeCampo, Zoning Board of Adjustment of the the creditors of said deceased to exhibit Whifflamore and Kelly added two. is not typical of us to be missing easy who placed second in Region 3 last PUBLIC NOTICE Township of Scotch Plains to the subscriber under oath or affirmation GL’s Goodspeed pumped in five lay-ups but I don’t know where our In compliance with the Open Public Meet- their claims and demands against the TOWN OF WESTFIELD ings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, regular estate of said deceased within six months points and Katie Moore added two. heads were tonight.” meetings of the Zoning Board of Adjust- PUBLIC NOTICE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL from the date of said order, or they will be Union Catholic 4 12 6 12 34 ment of the Township of Scotch Plains, forever barred from prosecuting or re- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Gov. Livingston 2 7 4 9 22 Take notice that application has been Union County, New Jersey, will be held in covering the same against the subscriber. Blue Devil Boys Tap NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting made to the Mayor and Council of the Council Chambers, First Floor, Municipal JOSEPH R. CASERTA of the Township Council of the Township Town of Westfield, 425 East Broad Street, Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, EXECUTOR PUBLIC NOTICE of Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- Kardinal Hoop Boys Westfield, New Jersey 07090 for a per- New Jersey, at 7:30 p.m. on the following 100 CAMELIA DRIVE bers in the Municipal Building of said TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS son to person and place to place transfer Thursdays in 2003: COVINGTON, LOUISIANA 70433 The Westfield High School boys Township on Tuesday, January 14, 2003, NOTICE IS hereby given that at a regular of Plenary Retail Consumption Liquor Li- JANUARY 9, 2003 1 T - 1/16/03, The Times Fee: $18.36 basketball team got a strong offensive meeting of the Township Council of the there was introduced, read for the first cense No. 2020-33-004-008 from it cur- [Reorganizational at 7:00 p.m.] time, and passed on such first reading, the performance from junior Jan Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tues- rent holder, Westeix, LLC holding the li- JANUARY 16, 2003 [Special Meet- PUBLIC NOTICE Cocozziello and defeated Kearny, 65- day, January 14, 2003 the following ordi- following ordinance: cense as an inactive pocketed License to ing] 56, in Westfield on January 11. nance entitled: AN ORDINANCE APPROPRI- Fuji Yama Mama Corporation which will FEBRUARY 6, 2003 TOWN OF WESTFIELD AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING ATING THE SUM OF $200,000 operate a restaurant at 341 South Avenue MARCH 6, 2003 Cocozziello banged out 21 points, REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS GAMES OF CHANCE ON SUN- FROM THE NEW JERSEY DE- East, Westfield, New Jersey 07090. The APRIL 3, 2003 seven in a 22-11, third quarter run that DAY JUNE 8, 2003 IN THE PARTMENT OF TRANSPOR- persons who will hold an interest in this MAY 1, 2003 The Town of Westfield is requesting put the 3-5 Blue Devils in front, 55-39. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH TATION IN CONNECTION license is Fuji Yama Mama Corporation, a JUNE 5, 2003 proposals for an Insurance Risk Manage- Eric Hayes tossed in 13 points, PLAINS WITH THE MILLING AND TOP New Jersey Corporation whose sole share JULY 10, 2003 ment Consultant. was duly passed on second and final COURSE PAVING OF holders are Qiu Yong, 79-11 215 Street, SEPTEMBER 4, 2003 The proposal is due by 12:00 (noon), Tyshon Blackmon scored six points WESTFIELD ROAD FROM while Joe Korfmacher and Bobby Wilt reading. Bayside, New York 11364, Lee Bang OCTOBER 2, 2003 Friday, January 31, 2003 at the Office of TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS NORTH AVENUE TO Chan, Lee, 448 Fairview Street, NOVEMBER 6, 2003 the Town Clerk, Town Hall, 425 East each had five. Barbara Riepe WESTFIELD AVENUE (JOINT Ridgewood, New Jersey 07450 and Lee, DECEMBER 4, 2003 Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey Township Clerk VENTURE WITH BOROUGH OF Fai, 76 East Avenue, New Canaan, Con- JANUARY 8, 2004 07090. Eight (8) copies of the proposals Kearny 10 18 11 17 56 FANWOOD) Westfield 16 17 22 10 65 1 T - 1/16/03, The Times Fee: $15.81 necticut 06840. [Reorganizational at 7:00 p.m.] must be submitted. Purpose: As above. Plans of the proposed licensed pre- All interested parties may be present Proposals will be rejected if not submit- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE A public hearing for same will be held on mises may be examined at the office of the and be heard. In accordance with the ted within time, date and place desig- Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 8:00 p.m. in Municipal Clerk. Americans with Disabilities Act, any per- nated. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY the Council Chambers of the Municipal Objections, if any, should be made in son that might require special needs should Specifications can be obtained through CHANCERY DIVISION Building, or any time and place to which a writing to Bernard A. Heeney, the Munici- be in touch with the Board Office during the Town Clerk’s Office between the UNION COUNTY meeting for the further consideration of pal Clerk of the Town of Westfield at 425 normal business hours so that their needs hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Ques- DOCKET NO. F-23929-01 such ordinance shall from time to time be East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jer- may be addressed (visually or hearing- tions regarding the RFP should be made in FILE NO. 7062-02 adjourned, and all persons interested will sey. impaired, wheelchair-bound, etc.). writing addressed to the Town Clerk, be given an opportunity to be heard con- CIVIL ACTION Fuji Yama Mama Corporation Linda M. Lies Town of Westfield, 425 East Broad Street, cerning such ordinance. 241 South Avenue East Secretary to the Westfield, New Jersey 07090 or faxed to NOTICE OF IN REM FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN TITLES A copy of same may be obtained from Westfield, New Jersey 07090 Zoning Board of Adjustment (908) 233-3077 at least 5 business days the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park CITY OF PLAINFIELD, a Municipal Corporation in the County of Union and 2 T - 1/9 & Township of Scotch Plains prior to the date of submittal. Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $60.18 1 T - 1/16/03, The Times Fee: $34.17 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $21.42 State of New Jersey, Plaintiff, tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. vs. Monday through Friday by any member of the general public who wants a copy of Schedule 60 same without cost. Goods & Services You Need! Block 612, Lot 2 BARBARA RIEPE 508-16A South Avenue Township Clerk Assessed to: Clarence Edwards 1 T - 1/16/03, The Times Fee: $34.68 “Experience the Difference.” AUTO REPAIR Defendants FENCING PUBLIC NOTICE ELM STREET Take notice that an action, In Rem, has been commenced in the Superior Court of New Jersey by the filing of a Complaint on December 20, 2001 to foreclose and forever bar TOWN OF WESTFIELD A. PLAIA & SON J.C. ALDANA INC. SERVICE CENTER any and all rights of redemption of the parcels of land described in the tax foreclosure This is to certify that the within Resolu- REAL WOOD FLOORS Complete Auto Repair list below, from plaintiff’s tax lien title. tion is a true and exact copy of the All Types of Fence Foreign & Domestic The action is brought against the land only, and no personal judgment may be entered Resolution adopted on January 7, 2003 by therein. the Town Council of the Town of Expertly Installed Juan C. Aldana NJ State Inspection Any person desiring to protect a right, title or interest in the described land or any parcel Westfield. • Emission Repair Facility thereof, by redemption, or to contest plaintiff’s right to foreclose, must do so by paying Bernard A. Heeney "Year Round" • Tune-ups & Batteries the amount required to redeem as set forth below, plus interest to the date of redemption, Town Clerk New & Repairs and such costs as the court may allow, prior to the entry of judgment therein, or by filing RESOLUTION 908-301-0602 • A/C Service and serving an answer to the complaint setting forth defendant’s defense within 45 days Public Works Committee e mail: [email protected] • Tires & Brakes Auto after the date of the publication of this notice. January 7, 2003 Free Estimates • Road Service Care Fax: 908-301-0603 Center In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem WHEREAS, NJSA 58:11-64 et. seq. re- (908) 654-5222 138 Elm St • Westfield or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his rights, title and quires that public sewer collection sys- Westfield, New Jersey 908-232-1937 interest and equity or redemption in and to the parcels of land described in the following tems are required to have licensed sewer tax foreclosure list: operators; and The following is a copy of the tax foreclosure list showing the lands against which WHEREAS, an operator with a C-3 li- this action is brought. cense is required for the Town of HOME IMPROVEMENT Westfield’s public sewer collection sys- PAVING PAINTING CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST tem, and PART ONE WHEREAS, Hatch Mott McDonald sub- “FOR Date JK’S PAINTING & mitted a proposal dated January 2, 2003 Schedule Tax Sale Date of Cert. Mortgage PERFECTION” RALPH to provide such services, and 37-56 WALLCOVERING No. Cert. No. Tax Sale Recorded Book & Page Home Improvements, Inc. WHEREAS, Hatch Mott McDonald has 60 91-549 11/15/91 8/23/01 8467, 282 proposed to provide the aforementioned No Job Too Small CHECCHIO, INC. INSTALLATION CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST services for a fee of $8,100.00, and • Kitchens • Baths • Ceramic Tile BLACK TOP ✧ Residential PART TWO WHEREAS, the Town Administrator has • Corian & Laminated Counter Tops PAVING Tax Lien Amount reviewed the aforesaid proposal and rec- ✧ Commercial Tax Sale Name of Owner Amount Subsequent to ommends that a professional services • General Maintenance & Repairs Driveways Cert. No. on Tax Dupl. of Sale to Sale Redeem contract for aforesaid services as out- • Full Handyman Service Parking Lots FREE 91-549 Clarence Edwards $2,391.12 $12,995.34 $15,386.46 lined in the proposal dated January 2, . . Concrete or ESTIMATES Call Joe Klingebiel 2003, be awarded to Hatch Mott McDonald Ph: 908 391 2040 LAST TRANSFERENCE OF RECORD SCHEDULE Masonry Work for the above stated fee of $8,100.00, and Pg: 908.889.3509 (908) 322-1956 Schedule Transferee or Deed Date Deed WHEREAS, a Certificate of the Chief Free Estimates • Insured 908 • 889 • 4422 FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES No. Purchase of Title Dated Recorded Book & Page Financial Officer, certifying the availability 60 Clarence Edwards 1/11/89 1/27/89 3585, 60 of adequate funds for this Contract, pre- pared in accordance with NJAC 5:30 1.10 And take further notice that the following own or are reputed to own an interest in, has been furnished to the Town Clerk, and or have a lien or encumbrance upon the lands and premises which are the subject matter PAVING NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by Call The of this action, as follows: the Town Council of the Town of Westfield As to Schedule 60: that the aforementioned contract for pro- Space Station Clarence Edwards fessional services required for the Sani- Raymond Jacobson tary Sewer Collection System be awarded Edwin H. Thomas, Jr. to Hatch Mott McDonald, 27 Bleeker Street, • DRIVEWAYS • PARKING LOTS Today! Samuel E. McCullum Millburn, New Jersey, in the amount of • SEAL COATING • RAILROAD TIES Thelma McCullum $8,100.00, and • DRAINAGE PROBLEMS Citibank NA BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the • BELGIUM BLOCK CURBING To reserve your ad space: Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital fees for this work be charged to Account • STUMP GRINDING State of New Jersey No. 100-205, and MICHAEL G. PELLEGRINO, ESQ. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy “Serving the area for over 50 years.” (T): 908-232-4407 Attorney for Plaintiff of this resolution shall be published in The Family Owned & Operated Fully Insured • .4-- Estimates CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. Westfield Leader as a Public Notice of (F): 908-232-0473 One Gatehall Drive action taken in accordance with NJSA 908-753-7281 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 40:11-5. [email protected] 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $121.38 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $43.35 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, January 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Raider Wrestlers Grab First At Tough Patriot Duals The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Setterman, 9-4 School wrestling team introduced Hwt: — Loomis (S) p. Sean itself in a big way to Northwest New vanWingerden, :29 Jersey teams by winning the Patriot SP-F 33, WEST MILFORD 31: 103: — Nate Prositko (W) p. Fleissner, :50 Duals at North Warren on January 11. 112: — Ian Watson (W) d. Ferrara, 13-6 The 9-0 Raiders first defeated Wallkill 119: — Mineo (S) d. Dan Mondelli, 11-6 Valley, 54-24, crushed High Point, 125: — Francavilla (S) p. Tyler Mon- 36-18, in the semifinals and edged roe, 3:29 130: — Dustin Stark (W) md. West Milford – the winner of this Ferrante, 11-3 season’s Blue Devil Classic – in the 135: — Connolly (S) d. Kyle Gillis, 6-2 finals, 33-31. 140: — Dan Kane (W) won injury default Steve Mineo at 119, Derek 145: — Coyt (S) p. Tim Coen, 1:47 152: — Ken Perry (W) p. Nudell, 1:12 Francavilla at 125, Eric Connolly at 160: — Bachi (S) d. Brandt, 3-2 135, Andrew Silber at 171 and heavy- 171: — Silber (S) p. Sean Hayes, 5:23 weight Matt Loomis won all three of 189: — Gus Vandenberg (W) d. their bouts. Raider Charlie Bachi, Fabiano, 6-1 215: — Chris Gillan (W) d. Steve Kim (Image 1 Hour Photo) for The Westfield Leader and The Times who won two of his three bouts, Klyushnichenko, 11-4 PLACING FIRST IN THE HIGH JUMP...Blue Devil Adam Wendel soars over knocked off Blue Devil Classic Hwt: — Loomis (S) p. Rob Ragona, 3:46 Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times the high bar at the Union County Relays. Wendel and Alexis Gonzalez placed first champ Ryan Brandt of West Milford, SERVING NOTICE…Raider center Hillary Klimowicz, No. 34, had a big day in the team high jump. 3-2. Mineo and Silber also knocked Local High School controlling the offensive and defensive against the Shabazz Bulldogs. Klimowicz off Blue Devil Classic champs in their scored a game high 25 points and hauled in 10 rebounds. Blue Devils Come in Third respective bouts with West Milford. Swimming Results: SP-F 54, WALLKILL VALLEY 24: JANUARY 10 103: — Matt Fleissner (S) p. Dan Metz, 1:48 Girls: Scotch Plains-Fanwood 93, 112: — Trevin Kistle (W) d. Ronnie Pingry 76 Lady Raider Cagers Silence In UC Boys Indoor Track Ferrara, 8-2 200 medley relay – SPF (Kristen 119: — Mineo (S) p. Mike Pachella, 1:00 Hankels, Anne Marie Klimowicz, The Westfield High School boys and Chris Feighner teamed to win the 125: — Francavilla (S) won forfeit Morgan Larkin, Amanda Cameron) Lady Bulldogs’ Bark, 74-50 placed third at the Union County shot put with a distance of 136’1”. 130: — Andrew Kasa (W) p. Anthony 2:17.75 The Raiders were burned by Cranford Ferrante, 1:15 200 free – Catie Lee (P) 2:22.57 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 boys Indoor Track Relays at Dunn 135: — Connolly (S) p. Corey Quinn, 5:28 200 IM – Cameron (SPF) 2:35.72 Center in Elizabeth on January 8. The in the distance medley relay. Anchor- 140: — Charlie Pinto (W) p. Chris 50 free – Hankels (SPF) 30.38 The Raiders resumed in charge of side was sort of a given, and Hillary is Blue Devils, who had a team total of man Eddie Clinton crossed the line to Sprague, 1:40 100 fly – Larkin (SPF) 1:12.6 100 free – Cameron (SPF) 1:04.01 momentum in the second half. almost unstoppable.” 32, were edged by Elizabeth with 36 give the Cougars a time of 11:12.87 145: — Phil Pinto (W) p. Pedro Coyt, Gillooly, from outside of the paint After the game, jubilant coach while Raider anchorman Zack 1:49 500 free – Emma Chapman (P) 6:26.39 points and Plainfield with 33 points. 152: — Chris DePietri (W) d. Yoav 200 free relay – SPF (Larkin, stroked the basket with ease, as the Homm said, “We feel great! To beat a Scotch Plains-Fanwood finished McGuire crossed in 11:13.25. Gover- Nudell, 7-0 Klimowicz, Katie Cosenick, Raiders stretched their lead to 53-35. team like Shabazz the way we did, fourth at 26 and Governor Livingston nor Livingston finished third at 160: — Bachi (S) p. Ian Sullivan, 3:41 Cameron) 2:03.43 100 back – Chapman (P) 1:14.16 “They were really giving me the you never expect something like this. placed eighth with 17 points. 11:59.9 and Westfield came in fourth 171: — Silber (S) p. Brett Babcock, opportunity, because Klimowicz is I’m sure Shabazz will be back the with a time of 12:04.3. 1:22 100 breast – -Judy Brown (SPF) 1:28.71 The Blue Devil foursome of Alexis 189: — Marc Fabiano (S) won forfeit 400 free relay – P (Kelly Peeler, Katie so dominant under, so they double,” next time around and it will be a Gonzalez, Kris Kagan, Dan Lynes and Westfield finished second in the 215: — Eugene Klyushnichenko (S) O’Connor, Chapman, Lee) 4:37.13 explained Gillooly. “She just kicks different game but we are going to Greg Whitney crossed 0.8 of a second 4x400 meters with a time of 3:51.2 won forfeit Boys: Pingry 95, Scotch Plains- down and that’s it. I just keep shoot- enjoy this one.” ahead of the Raiders to capture first in behind Elizabeth with a time of 3:50.2. Hwt: — Loomis (S) p. Dave Kroen, 1:10 Fanwood 75 ing and they go in somehow.” The Highlanders came in second in Shabazz (5-2) 13 7 15 15 50 the 4x800 meters with a time of 9:00.4 SP-F 36, HIGH POINT 18: 200 medley relay – (SPF) (Ryan In the fourth period, the control- Sc. Pl-Fanwood 19 15 19 21 74 to 9:01.2. Adam Wendel and Gonzalez the sprint medley relay with a time of 103: — Mike Tedeseo (H) p. Fleissner, :11 Hauptman, Peter Bassman, Mike minded Raiders showed little mercy, gave the Blue Devils another first 4:00.1 and also finished fifth in the 112: — Ryan Forbeck (H) d. Ferrara, 9-7 Sheffield, David Hauptman) 2:00.11 119: — Mineo (S) p. Brian Kopec, :57 200 free – Ken Brown Klinger (P) driving the Bulldogs back with a 21- Lady Blue Devils Nip with a combined height of 11’10” in shuttle hurdles with a time of 35.2. 125: — Francavilla (S) p. Dan 2:06.05 point barrage. the team high jump. The Highlanders TOP TEAMS: Benkendors, 5:26 200 IM – R. Hauptman (SPF) 2:28.47 Guard Jenny Burke brought out- took sixth in the event with a height 1. Elizabeth 36, 2. Plainfield 33, 3. 130: — Ferrante (S) d. Scott Bosma, 4-1 50 free – Jason Kurz (P) 26.45 standing hustle, composure and lead- Kardinal Cagers of 10’0”. Westfield 32, 4. Scotch Plains- 135: — Connolly (S) d. Dan McCarthy, 6-2 100 fly – Paul Kold (P) 1:03.29 Fanwood 26, 5. Union 23, 6. Roselle 22, 140: — Alex Dalrymple (H) d. Sprague, 8-4 100 free – Brown Klinger (P) :56.74 ership to the floor. “Every time we The Westfield High School girls Raiders Adam Ortyl, Shawn Doyle 7. Linden 21, 8. Governor Livingston 17 145: — Coyt (S) d. Jason Patenneier, 6-4 500 free – Jack Zoephel (P) 5:49.19 play them, I get so nervous,” said basketball team experienced its first 152: — James Seck (H) d. Nudell, 12-9 200 free relay – (P) (Ian Deeks, Eric Burke. “This year, again I was ner- win of the season by nipping 2-5 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 160: — Derrick Orr (H) d. Bachi, 8-6 Bergh, Kurz, Brown Klinger) 1:49.51 Kearny, 48-46, in Kearny on January 171: — Silber (S) d. Tom Perry, 2-0 100 back – R. Hauptman (SPF) 1:05.24 vous, but excited and pumped up. We SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY 189: — Fabiano (S) d. Tom 100 breast – Deeks (P) 1:16.65 had to make up for what they did to us 11. Carrie Rock and Lauren CHANCERY DIVISION Spangenberg, 5-4 400 free relay – (P) (Zoephel, Kold, three times last year. We knew that we Sinnenberg each bucketed 12 points UNION COUNTY 215: — Klyushnichenko (S) d. Erich Kurz, Brown Klinger) 4:07.71 to lead the Blue Devils. DOCKET NO. F-21909-01 were the better team but we just had FILE NO. 7059-02 to prove it today, and we proved a lot. The Blue Devils came alive offen- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE sively in the second quarter when CIVIL ACTION I was just happy to set the plays up SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY and kept it in control. The corner was they outscored the Kardinals, 15-10, NOTICE OF IN REM FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN TITLES CHANCERY DIVISION to gain a 22-22 tie at the half. Jessica UNION COUNTY free. Usually we go to the wing, but CITY OF PLAINFIELD, a Municipal Corporation in the County of Union and DOCKET NO. F-21902-01 they were overplaying it, so the in- O’Neill also scored 11 points for State of New Jersey, Plaintiff, FILE NO. 7063-02 Westfield and Emma Bartholomew vs. CIVIL ACTION netted 28 points for Kearny. Schedule 34 NOTICE OF IN REM FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN TITLES Raider Cagers Soil Westfield 7 15 8 18 48 Block 233, Lot 7 Kearny 12 10 5 19 46 118-20 Plainfield Avenue CITY OF PLAINFIELD, a Municipal Corporation in the County of Union and Farmer Girls, 65-45 Assessed to: Fred Fusco State of New Jersey, Plaintiff, Claire Macdonald Gets Schedule 46 vs. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Block 333, Lot 13 Schedule 33 School girls basketball team buried First in Gymnastics 140-42 Garfield Avenue Block 230, Lot 66 Assessed to: Enoch E. Jr. and Rosalee Boyd the Union Farmers, 65-45, in Union Claire Macdonald (13), an eighth- 750 West Front Street on January 11. Center Hillary Schedule 47 Assessed to: Edward and Idella Smith grade student at Roosevelt Middle Block 344, Lot 4 Klimowicz burned the net with 28 School in Westfield, placed first all- Schedule 43 760-66 North Avenue points and Jen Burke put in 14 for the Block 320, Lot 25 around in the Level 8, 14 year-old Assessed to: Matthew Charles 32-34 Westervelt Avenue 9-0 Raiders. and up category at the Sixth Annual Schedule 61 Assessed to: Ronald Grant The No. 8 Raiders rocked the Farm- Star Struck Invitational Gymnastics Block 620, Lot 6 Defendants ers 20-10 in the second quarter to take Meet held in Bridgeton on January 5. 838-50 South Avenue a 32-20 lead and increased their lead Assessed to: Merle Radio Take notice that an action, In Rem, has been commenced in the Superior Court of New Claire is a member of the Bridgettes Jersey by the filing of a Complaint on November 28, 2001 to foreclose and forever bar in each of the following quarters. Gymnastics Team that trains at Defendants any and all rights of redemption of the parcels of land described in the tax foreclosure Senior Lindsay Pennella pushed in Feigley’s School of Gymnastics in Take notice that an action, In Rem, has been commenced in the Superior Court of New list below, from plaintiff’s tax lien title. nine points and Maura Gillooly sank South Plainfield. Jersey by the filing of a Complaint on November 28, 2001 to foreclose and forever bar The action is brought against the land only, and no personal judgment may be entered eight. any and all rights of redemption of the parcels of land described in the tax foreclosure therein. Claire placed first on the balance list below, from plaintiff’s tax lien title. Any person desiring to protect a right, title or interest in the described land or any parcel Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 12 20 17 16 65 beam with a score of 9.2, third in vault The action is brought against the land only, and no personal judgment may be entered thereof, by redemption, or to contest plaintiff’s right to foreclose, must do so by paying Union (5-3) 10 10 12 13 45 with an 8.35, fourth in floor exercises therein. the amount required to redeem as set forth below, plus interest to the date of redemption, with a 9.2 and fourth on the uneven Any person desiring to protect a right, title or interest in the described land or any parcel and such costs as the court may allow, prior to the entry of judgment therein, or by filing bars with an 8.5. She began her gym- thereof, by redemption, or to contest plaintiff’s right to foreclose, must do so by paying and serving an answer to the complaint setting forth defendant’s defense within 45 days See it all on the Web! the amount required to redeem as set forth below, plus interest to the date of redemption, after the date of the publication of this notice. nastics training at four and plans to and such costs as the court may allow, prior to the entry of judgment therein, or by filing In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem www.goleader.com join the Gymnastics team at Westfield and serving an answer to the complaint setting forth defendant’s defense within 45 days or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his rights, title and High School next year. after the date of the publication of this notice. interest and equity or redemption in and to the parcels of land described in the following In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem tax foreclosure list: PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his rights, title and The following is a copy of the tax foreclosure list showing the lands against which interest and equity or redemption in and to the parcels of land described in the following this action is brought. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY tax foreclosure list: CHANCERY DIVISION CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST The following is a copy of the tax foreclosure list showing the lands against which UNION COUNTY PART ONE this action is brought. DOCKET NO. F-23184-01 Date FILE NO. 7066-02 CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST Schedule Tax Sale Date of Cert. Mortgage PART ONE No. Cert. No. Tax Sale Recorded Book & Page CIVIL ACTION Date 33 980240 6/25/98 8/17/98 6817, 0261 NOTICE OF IN REM FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN TITLES Schedule Tax Sale Date of Cert. Mortgage 43 94-275 6/27/94 8/23/01 8467, 0266 No. Cert. No. Tax Sale Recorded Book & Page CITY OF PLAINFIELD, a Municipal Corporation in the County of Union and CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST 34 990358 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 45 State of New Jersey, Plaintiff, PART TWO 46 95-473 1/27/95 8/23/01 8467, 268 Tax Lien Amount vs. 47 980403 6/25/98 8/17/98 6817, 228 Tax Sale Name of Owner Amount Subsequent to 61 980690 6/25/98 8/17/98 6817, 220 Schedule 52 Cert. No. on Tax Dupl. of Sale to Sale Redeem Block 501, Lot 15 CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST 980240 Edward and Idella Smith $10,732.99 $24,057.83 $34,790.82 605 West 4th Street PART TWO 94-275 Ronald Grant $1,031.58 $24,063.22 $25,094.80 Assessed to: M. Cedeno and A. Marmolejos Tax Lien Amount LAST TRANSFERENCE OF RECORD SCHEDULE Tax Sale Name of Owner Amount Subsequent to Defendants Cert. No. on Tax Dupl. of Sale to Sale Redeem Schedule Transferee or Deed Date Deed Take notice that an action, In Rem, has been commenced in the Superior Court of New 990358 Fred Fusco $3,352.60 $12,489.11 $15,841.71 No. Purchase of Title Dated Recorded Book & Page Jersey by the filing of a Complaint on December 12, 2001 to foreclose and forever bar 95-473 Enoch E. Jr. and Rosalee Boyd $3,338.70 $19,373.74 $22,712.44 33 Edward and Idella Smith 6/25/79 7/3/79 3186, 877 any and all rights of redemption of the parcels of land described in the tax foreclosure 980403 Matthew Charles $1,957.37 $7,426.43 $9,383.80 43 Ronald Grant 8/3/78 2/27/89 3588, 601 list below, from plaintiff’s tax lien title. 980690 Merle Radio Company, Inc. $5,616.71 $23,745.68 $29,362.39 And take further notice that the following own or are reputed to own an interest in, The action is brought against the land only, and no personal judgment may be entered LAST TRANSFERENCE OF RECORD SCHEDULE or have a lien or encumbrance upon the lands and premises which are the subject matter therein. of this action, as follows: Any person desiring to protect a right, title or interest in the described land or any parcel Schedule Transferee or Deed Date Deed thereof, by redemption, or to contest plaintiff’s right to foreclose, must do so by paying No. Purchase of Title Dated Recorded Book & Page As to Schedule 33: the amount required to redeem as set forth below, plus interest to the date of redemption, 34 Fred Fusco 5/30/97 7/15/97 4544, 303 Edward Smith and such costs as the court may allow, prior to the entry of judgment therein, or by filing 46 Enoch E. Jr. and Rosalee Boyd 7/8/91 8/2/91 3755, 183 Idella Smith and serving an answer to the complaint setting forth defendant’s defense within 45 days 47 Matthew Charles 2/14/97 3/4/97 4492, 296 United Mortgage, C.B. LLC, after the date of the publication of this notice. 61 Merle Radio Company, Inc. 8/4/78 8/14/78 3152, 844 FUNB Cust for D. H. and Assoc. In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem Cynthia Hawk And take further notice that the following own or are reputed to own an interest in, or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his rights, title and United Jersey Bank n/k/a Fleet Bank or have a lien or encumbrance upon the lands and premises which are the subject matter interest and equity or redemption in and to the parcels of land described in the following New Jersey National Bank n/k/a Wachovia Bank, N.A. of this action, as follows: tax foreclosure list: Nicholas J. DiFrancesco t/a Denise Co. The following is a copy of the tax foreclosure list showing the lands against which As to Schedule 34: Gloucester County Board of Social Services this action is brought. Fred Fusco General Motors Acceptance Corp. National Home Funding Monmouth County Board of Social Services CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST Hunterdon County Board of Social Services PART ONE As to Schedule 46: AVCO Financial Services Date Enoch E. Boyd, Jr. Carolyn Sullivan Schedule Tax Sale Date of Cert. Mortgage Rosalee Boyd Midlantic National Bank n/k/a PNC Bank No. Cert. No. Tax Sale Recorded Book & Page Willie Clark Burdette Tomlin Memorial Hospital 52 96-276 6/20/96 8/23/01 8467, 0272 Jessie Clark Insured Financial Acceptance Corporation United States of America CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST Harleysville Insurance Company, Subrogee of Glenn Borden Hudson United Bank PART TWO UMLIC Ten Corp. First Fidelity Bank NA South Jersey n/k/a Wachovia Bank, N.A. Tax Lien Amount William Josey Union County Board of Social Services Tax Sale Name of Owner Amount Subsequent to Bloomfield College State of New Jersey Cert. No. on Tax Dupl. of Sale to Sale Redeem Diamond Brite, Inc. Beneficial Finance Co. of N.J., a DE Corp. 96-276 M. Cedeno and A. Marmolejos $1,583.92 $15,022.45 $16,606.37 Semer and Kalischer Drs. Ciell, Roncace, & Somerson, P.A. Public Service Electric & Gas Co. LAST TRANSFERENCE OF RECORD SCHEDULE Branchfeld Medical Associates Elizabeth General Medical Center E-R Fuel Co Schedule Transferee or Deed Date Deed State of New Jersey Monmouth County No. Purchase of Title Dated Recorded Book & Page Federal Wine & Liquor Company As to Schedule 43: 52 Marcelo Cedeno and Supermarkets General Corp. Ronald Grant Alcides Marmolejos 9/17/90 9/26/90 3668, 219 Mercer Orthopaedic Associates, P.A. Standard Federal Savings Bank n/k/a Standard Federal Savings Association And take further notice that the following own or are reputed to own an interest in, Sears, Roebuck & Co. Gary Ascolese or have a lien or encumbrance upon the lands and premises which are the subject matter City Federal Savings Bank Veronica McDonald of this action, as follows: Collections & Recoveries of Northfield Cape May County Board of Social Services Nat’l Surety Corporation As to Schedule 52: As to Schedule 47: Howard University Marcelo Cedeno Charles Matthews Dodeland, Inc. n/k/a Autoland of New Jersey, Inc. Alcides Marmolejos Raymond Whalen Selected Risks Insurance Lakeview Savings and Loan n/k/a Dime Savings Bank of New York Plainfield Municipal Utilities Authority Taylor Rental Center William M. Nadler First Fidelity Bank, National Association n/k/a Wachovia Bank, N.A. Tri Linc Federal Credit Union George Faludi As to Schedule 61: Harry Cooper Antiques Agnes Faludi Merle Radio Company, Inc. New Jersey Bell Telephone Perrone Wine & Spirits Marie B. Merle State of New Jersey State of New Jersey MICHAEL G. PELLEGRINO, ESQ. MICHAEL G. PELLEGRINO, ESQ. MICHAEL G. PELLEGRINO, ESQ. Attorney for Plaintiff Attorney for Plaintiff Attorney for Plaintiff CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. One Gatehall Drive One Gatehall Drive One Gatehall Drive Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $195.84 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $186.66 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $122.40 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, January 16, 2003 Page 15 Union County High School Varsity Wrestling Results:

JANUARY 8: 160: — Nick Lodato (U) p. Austin New Providence 42, Governor Wright, :41 Livingston 23 JANUARY 11: KEY BOUTS: 112: — Ross Baldwin (NP) p. Mark Manville 42, Governor Livingston 40 Vanderveer, 1:43 KEY BOUTS: 130: — Craig DeStefano (GL) p Chris 130: — Craig DeStefano (GL) p. Luis Pennisi, 5:52 Martinez, 3:03 135: — Tim Vanderveer (GL) d. Marc 140: — Tim Vanderveer (GL) p. Greg Neuwirth, 12-6 Fabian, 3:03 140: — Mike Fullowan (GL) md. James 145: — Mike Fullowan (GL) p. Mike Carroll, 16-5 Noble, :49 145: — Dan Fellinger (NP) d. Justin 160: — Eric Serrano (GL) p. Doug Coughlin, 6-4 Seminick, 1:46 215: — Shawn Coughlin (GL) md. Joe 152: — Eric Serrano (GL) p. Tom Gao, :53 Karen Clarkson Mysel for The Westfield Leader and The Times 215: — Shawn Coughlin (GL) d. Shane Zuza, 18-7 WESTFIELD PAL COACHES…Westfield Police Athletic League football coaches Mallory, 8-3 North Plainfield 45, New Providence enjoy themselves at the PAL Football Dinner at the Westwood in Garwood on David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Bound Brook 51, A. L. Johnson 27 28 Thursday, January 9. Pictured, left to right, are: John Dugan, Owen Brand, Cedric TRIUMPHANT FOOTBALL SEASON...Westfield Blue Devil Tri-Captains, KEY BOUTS: KEY BOUTS: Jones and Umberto Vallo Beira. 130: — Andrew Flanagan (B) p. Mike 112: — Ross Baldwin (New) p. Dave Adam Trzesniowski, left, Brian Butts (offensive MVP), center, and Pat Daly raise Pimpsamason, 4:45 their hands in solidarity at the football dinner after completing a triumphant, 7- Coler, 2:25 160: — John Jannuzzi (B) d. Alex 119: — Jon Reedy (New) p. Manuel 3, season. Nowak, 3-0 Ramos, 2:14 Union County High School 189: — Chris Winter (J) p. Jay 125: — Nick Dowling (New) p. Yosin Makowski, :22 Cobb, 3:37 Hwt: — Nick Jahn (J) p. Rich Perry, 189: — Shane Mallory (New) p. Louis Union County High School 2:24 Raymondi, 3:35 Girls Basketball Results: Roselle Park 53, Brearley 15 JANUARY 13: JANUARY 7: Ridge 44, Westfield 19 Boys Basketball Results: KEY BOUTS: Hanover Park 34, Scotch Plains- Union Catholic 43, Rahway 31 Cari Rock hit seven points for 140: — Joe Rodriguez (B) d. Joe Fanwood 29 Junior Lauren Huber had 15 points, Westfield. JANUARY 7: Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 12 5 5 6 28 Capone, 12-11 BOUT PROGRESSION: four rebounds and three assists for the Linden (5-2) 13 23 27 11 74 152: — Jim Garrison (RP) p. John 152: — Savino Figliulo (H) d. Yoav Ridge (6-1) 14 10 16 4 44 Roselle 67, Roselle Catholic 55 Rego, 4:25 Nudell, 8-7 5-2 Vikings and Stephanie Green Westfield (0-7) 2 7 2 6 19 Jesse Holly fired in 19 points for Governor Livingston 45, New 160: — Ryan McMeniman (B) d. Ben 160: — Tom Gorian (S) p. Matt bucketed 14 points. Shantae Small the 5-0, 12th-ranked Rams. Providence 27 Binko, 10-3 Meyrekope, 4:41 scored 11 points for 4-2 Rahway. Governor Livingston 50, Mount St. Doug Caruso fired in 20 points for 189: — Dan Zika (B) p. Jason McGrady, 130 171: — Joe Tracy (H) d. Charlie Bachi, Mary 32 Roselle Cath. (2-3) 13 16 12 14 55 215: — Mike Rothery (B) d. Jose 12-7 Rahway 7 8 9 7 31 Meagan Butler nailed 20 points for Roselle 9 12 21 25 67 the 5-0 Highlanders. Aravena, 9-3 189: — Dave Nichols (H) d. Andrew Union Catholic 7 8 20 8 43 Silber, 8-6 the Highlanders and Rebecca Governor Livingston 65, Dayton New Prov. (1-4) 9 7 7 4 27 Union 41, Elizabeth 34 Linden 62, Westfield 18 Ringwood netted 11. Gov. Livingston 10 11 8 16 45 215: — Marc Fabiano (S) d. Joe 23 KEY BOUTS: Monticello, 6-0 Cecilia Green banged in 23 points 112: — Tom Duffy (U) p. Tony Ly, 3:55 Gov. Livingston 15 8 10 17 50 Doug Caruso sank 16 points and Cranford 66, Shabazz 65 Hwt: — Matt Loomis (S) p. Tom and snagged 14 rebounds for the 3-4 Mount St. Mary 9 5 9 9 32 160: — Malcolm Jackson (E) p. Nick Ottaiano, :22 John Tulley added 14 for the 4-0 Terrence Grier banged in 29 points Lodato, :40 Tigers. Melissa Rosen put in nine Highlanders. for the 4-4 Cougars. 103: — Chad Cresibene (H) p. Matt points for Westfield. Elizabeth 72, Kearny 17 JANUARY 10: Fleissner, 1:49 Gezel Virella scored 19 points for Dayton 0 8 4 11 23 Cranford 16 16 18 16 66 Ridge 40, A. L. Johnson 33 112: — Dave Marcelli (H) p. Karon Linden 20 14 15 13 62 9-0 Elizabeth. Gov. Livingston 20 14 15 16 65 Shabazz 14 18 7 26 65 KEY BOUTS: Adams, :14 Westfield 7 9 2 0 18 119: — Joe Troise (H) d. Ronnie Ferrara, Linden 89, Westfield 52 Union Catholic 46, Dayton 43 160: — Alex Jahn (J) d. Will Rope, 12-7 Elizabeth 24 15 23 10 72 189: — Nick Jahn (J) d. Tom Wahlgren, 4-1 JANUARY 9: Kearny 4 5 5 3 17 Tony Wilson scored 28 points for Senior Darhel Mays sank 18 points 5-3 125: — Steve Mineo (S) md. Nick Scotch Plains-Fanwood 63, Linden 42 the 4-2 Tigers. Eric Hayes put in 18 and Don Volkert added nine for the 215: — Chris Winter (J) p. Bryan Dimeo, 9-1 Hillary Klimowicz and Jen Burke JANUARY 11: Swayne, 2:47 130: — Derek Francavilla (S) md. Jionni for the 2-4 Blue Devils while Jan Vikings. LaValle, 10-1 scored 21 and 13 points, respectively, Elizabeth 51, Cranford 25 Cocozziello and Bobby Wilt each Union Cath. (1-3) 12 9 14 11 46 Kearny 46, Union 35 135: — Joe Seneca (H) p. Anthony for the 8-0 Raiders and Maura Natasha Eleazer had 16 points and sank 13. Dayton (1-4) 15 5 8 15 43 KEY BOUTS: Ferrante, 1:01 Gillooly scored 11 while Lindsay 16 rebounds for the No. 18 Lady 112: — Tom Duffy (U) tf. Nate Rosselle, 140: — Eric Connolly (S) d. McPaul Pennella netted eight. Minutemen. Westfield 12 14 19 7 52 JANUARY 11: 16-1, 5:50 Ogbonna, 5-2 Linden 23 22 20 24 89 Roselle 61, Ridge 43 135: — Chuck Mueller (U) p. Dave 145: — Mike Torsiello (H) md. Pedro Linden (3-5) 2 8 16 16 42 Elizabeth (10-0) 9 19 12 11 51 Shabazz 57, Scotch Plains-Fanwood Jesse Holley fired in 22 points for Serra, 3:18 Coyt, 19-6 Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 16 10 21 16 63 Cranford (2-7) 9 6 2 8 25 46 the 7-0, No. 12 Rams. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Lance Thomas scored 16 points Roselle 19 8 12 22 61 American Ind Marine Service and Mike Walker rolled in 11 for the Ridge (2-6) 10 10 10 13 43 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION Global Spill Management Raiders. Linden 89, Newark East Side 57 UNION COUNTY Global Spill Management c/o Sterns & Weinroth, P.C. Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 9 8 20 9 46 The Tigers shocked the No. 4 Red DOCKET NO. F-9049-02 Walter Benjamin Shabazz 17 6 12 22 57 FILE NO. 7067-02 Maley Williamson Hayden & Gmererk Raiders and got 28 points from Tony Access Rentals Union 67, Kearny 38 Wilson. CIVIL ACTION JNH Funding Corp. State of New Jersey Alain Eugene scored 14 points for E. Side (7-1) 11 6 13 27 57 NOTICE OF IN REM FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN TITLES the 4-1 Farmers. Linden (6-2) 23 22 26 18 89 CITY OF PLAINFIELD, a Municipal Corporation in the County of Union and As to Schedule 41: State of New Jersey, Plaintiff, Metrobank of Philadelphia Kearny (1-4) 5 7 13 13 38 PUBLIC NOTICE Metrobank of Philadelphia, NA Union 22 11 11 23 67 vs. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation AMENDED Schedule 14 James Parker JANUARY 9: 2003 REGULAR MEETINGS Block 120, Lot 5 Ronald Tulotta Livingston 50, Westfield 46 OF THE PLANNING BOARD 220-22 Lee Place Essex County Division of Welfare n/k/a Essex County Division of Social Services TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Joe Korfmacher and Jan Assessed to: Arman Daniels Rose Jordan Cocozziello scored 14 and 12 points, In compliance with the Open Public Meet- Yardville National Bank respectively, for the Blue Devils. Eric ings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, Regular Schedule 23 Farmers & Merchants National Bank of Bridgeton New Jersey n/k/a Hudson United Meetings of the Planning Board of the Block 140, Lot 27 Bank Hayes netted 10, Tyshon Blackmon Township of Scotch Plains, Union County, 205 Rushmore Avenue Security Savings and Loan Association had six and Bobby Wilt added four. New Jersey, will be held in Council Cham- Assessed to: United Mortgage CB Cumberland County Welfare Agency n/k/a Cumberland County Board of Social bers, First Floor, Municipal Building, 430 Schedule 29 Services Westfield 7 11 12 16 46 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, Block 152, Lot 7 Mercer County Board of Social Services Livingston 10 12 14 14 50 at 7:30 p.m. on the following Mondays in 1629-35 South 2nd Street Mercer County Welfare n/k/a Mercer County Board of Social Services 2003, unless otherwise indicated: Linden 74, Scotch Plains-Fanwood Assessed to: American Ind. Marine Service Alamo Courier Service, Inc. 28 January 13 Household Finance Corporation III January 27 Schedule 41 Camden County Board of Social Services Tony Wilson bucketed 19 points February 10 Block 313, Lot 11 Passaic County Board of Social Services for the Tigers and Mike Walker scored February 24 187-91 North Avenue Essex County Board of Social Services eight for the Raiders. March 10 Assessed to: Metrobank of Philadelphia Sharon Mayse March 24 Schedule 51 Wanda Davis April 14 Block 501, Lot 1 Kathy D. Parker PUBLIC NOTICE April 28 645-47 West 4th Street Mary L. Parker May 12 NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT Assessed to: Delshawn Myers Linda McCoy FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY Wednesday, May 28 Dillie B. Brownlee THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS June 9 Defendants Pamela S. Fest June 23 Take notice that an action, In Rem, has been commenced in the Superior Court of New Cumberland County Board of Social Services CONTRACTOR: Commerce National July 14 Jersey by the filing of a Complaint on May 1, 2002 to foreclose and forever bar any and Eula M. Rivers Insurance Services, 231 Main Street, July 28 all rights of redemption of the parcels of land described in the tax foreclosure list below, Atlantic County Board of Social Services Toms River, New Jersey August 11 from plaintiff’s tax lien title. Beverly S. Parker NATURE OF SERVICE: Risk Manage- August 25 The action is brought against the land only, and no personal judgment may be entered Union County Board of Social Services ment Consultant September 8 therein. Lorraine S. Parker DURATION: Year 2003 September 22 Any person desiring to protect a right, title or interest in the described land or any parcel Brenda Parker AMOUNT: Approximately $25,000 Wednesday, October 15 thereof, by redemption, or to contest plaintiff’s right to foreclose, must do so by paying Dolores A. Rybinski THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT October 27 the amount required to redeem as set forth below, plus interest to the date of redemption, Jon J. K. Tan, M.D. FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE November 10 and such costs as the court may allow, prior to the entry of judgment therein, or by filing Public Service Electric & Gas Co. OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. November 24 and serving an answer to the complaint setting forth defendant’s defense within 45 days FUNB Cust. for D.H. and Assoc. BARBARA RIEPE December 8 after the date of the publication of this notice. State of New Jersey TOWNSHIP CLERK December 22 In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem United States of America 1 T - 1/16/03, The Times Fee: $15.30 In Accordance with the Americans With or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his rights, title and Disabilities Act, any person that might As to Schedule 51: interest and equity or redemption in and to the parcels of land described in the following PUBLIC NOTICE require special needs should be in touch Delshawn Myers tax foreclosure list: with the Board Office during normal busi- Federal Financial Company, an Illnois General Partnership TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS The following is a copy of the tax foreclosure list showing the lands against which NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting ness hours so that their needs may be Patricia Jennings this action is brought. Precious Jennings of the Township Council of the Township addressed (visually or hearing impaired, of Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- wheelchair bound, etc.). All interested CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST Lamont Deary bers in the Municipal Building of said persons may be present and be heard. PART ONE Bryon Jennings Lawrence G. Jennings, Jr. Township on Tuesday, January 14, 2003, Barbara Horev Date there was introduced, read for the first Secretary to the Planning Board Schedule Tax Sale Date of Cert. Mortgage Keith Chatten time, and passed on such first reading, the 1 T - 1/16/03, The Times Fee: $41.31 No. Cert. No. Tax Sale Recorded Book & Page Reginald Wells Chemical Bank New Jersey following ordinance: 14 990132 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 15 ORDINANCE AMENDING PUBLIC NOTICE 23 88-27 12/21/88 6/9/98 6712, 116 Essex County Board of Social Services TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDI- 29 980180 6/25/88 11/6/98 6931, 31 Barbara Jennings BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Velma Jennings NANCE SECTION 23-4.2C, 41 980306 6/25/88 8/17/98 6817, 240 TOWN OF WESTFIELD PERMITTED AREA MODIFI- 51 980511 6/25/88 8/17/98 6817, 224 Somerset County Board of Social Services 425 EAST BROAD STREET CATIONS Middlesex County Board of Social Services WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST Gloria Speight Purpose: Regarding porches and decks PART TWO Latasha Wormley as recommended by the Planning Board, PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: Tax Lien Amount as follows: That the undersigned has made appli- Camden County Board of Social Services Tax Sale Name of Owner Amount Subsequent to Salome Alli Porches, Stoops, Fireboxes, Chimneys. cation to the Zoning Board of Adjustment Cert. No. on Tax Dupl. of Sale to Sale Redeem Doms 2nd Chance Auto Sales Inc. Porches, stoops, fireboxes, chimneys for the Town of Westfield seeking final 990132 Arman Daniels $1,003.28 $7,986.46 $8,989.74 HVAC equipment and the like, shall be site plan approval and related variances Jersey Tax Fund Partners, II, a Limited Partnership c/o Harry Frieland General 88-27 Core M. Coston $279.47 $62,459.11 $62,738.58 Partners exempt from the front, side, and rear for the construction of a parking lot. The 980180 American Ind. Marine Service $2,003.07 $6,129.61 $8,132.68 FUNB of FL Custodian for D.H. Associates requirements as outlined in subsection property involved in this application is 980306 Metrobank of Philadelphia $22,011.59 $50,190.82 $72,202.41 23-3.4A, Schedule of Lot, Yard, and Build- commonly known as 750 East Broad Street, State of New Jersey 980511 Federal Financial Co. $15,136.26 $38,148.01 $53,284.27 United States of America ing Regulations as long as they do not Westfield, New Jersey (Block 3501, Lots exceed 48 inches from the foundation of 9 and 10) (the “Property”). The Property is LAST TRANSFERENCE OF RECORD SCHEDULE SECOND COUNT the main structure. in the RS-12 Zone. Schedule Transferee or Deed Date Deed 1. By virtue of the entry of judgment in the First Count, Plaintiff is entitled to Steps shall be exempt from all of the lot, The application includes a request for No. Purchase of Title Dated Recorded Book & Page possession of premises located in the City of Plainfield, County of Union, and yard, and building regulations as they may variances from several Town Ordinances: 14 Arman Daniels 12/20/96 12/24/96 4469, 245 be necessary to carry out the passage of 1) Ordinance 11.06.E.11, maximum State of New Jersey, more particularly described the premises in question for 23 United Mortgage 10/3/99 12/22/99 4915, 70 this Count are known as (Block 140, Lot 27) (Block 313, Lot 11), and (Block 501, ingress and egress. coverage by improvements. The Or- 29 Global Spill Management Inc. 2/18/97 7/23/98 4694, 27 Lot 1), on the Tax Map of City of City of Plainfield, County of Union, and State Porches shall be a three-sided open-air dinance allows a maximum of 20% 41 MetroBank of Philadelphia 7/13/95 9/7/95 4289, 117 roofed structure without the use of win- and the applicant proposes 70%; of New Jersey. The defendants named herein have or may claim to have certain 51 Patricia Jennings, rights in the premises described in the First Count of this Complaint and by reason dows, screens, or curtains; and shall be 2) Ordinance 17.02C.3a, parking - The Precious Jennings, constructed in accordance with the latest Ordinance requires 1 parking space thereof, have deprived the plaintiff herein of the possession of the premises Lamont Deary, aforesaid. edition of the Building Code. for each 90 square feet of gross Bryon Jennings, Porches shall be permitted to extend floor space or 330 parking spaces Lawrence G. Jennings, Jr., WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, or its assigns, demands Judgment against the defendant ninety-six (96) inches from the face of the and the applicant proposes 170 park- Keith Chatten and Reginald Wells United States of America: existing front set-back as outlined in Sec- ing spaces. (1/2 interest) (a) For possession of said premises in favor of plaintiff or its assignee or tion 23-3.4A, Paragraphs A,B,C,G, and H 3) The applicant seeks to construct a Delshawn Myers (1/2 interest) 11/16/74 8/14/81 3264, 337 any purchaser at the foreclosure sale; as long as the set-back conforms to the parking lot as an accessory to and (1/2 interest (1/2 interest (1/2 interest above referenced Section. This section expansion of a conditional use as (b) For damages for mesne profits; of Jennings of Jennings of Jennings (c) For costs. applies to residential structures only. permitted pursuant to Ordinance owners) owners) owners) Ramps shall be exempt from these re- 11.06B and Ordinance 11.06C. 7/17/95 6/19/00 4985, 32 THIRD COUNT quirements in the front and rear yard only 4) The applicant also seeks any other (1/2 interest (1/2 interest (1/2 interest I. The purchaser at sale, by virtue of being the owner of the property, is entitled as long as they are constructed for the variances it may require to approve of D. Myers) of D. Myers) of D. Myers) physically impaired, aged, and handi- the proposed site plan. to possession of premises located in the City of Plainfield, County of Union, and capped as it may be necessary to carry A Public Hearing has been ordered for And take further notice that the following own or are reputed to own an interest in, State of New Jersey, more particularly described as (Block 140, Lot 27) (Block 313, Lot 11), and (Block 501, Lot 1) , on the Tax Map of City of Plainfield, County out the passage of ingress and egress by January 29, 2003 at 7:30 p.m. in the or have a lien or encumbrance upon the lands and premises which are the subject matter occupants. Council Meeting Room of the Town Hall, of this action, as follows: of Union, and State of New Jersey. Said claims are joined in one action pursuant to R.4:27-2. A public hearing for same will be held on 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New As to Schedule 14: Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 8:00 p.m. in Jersey, at which time you may appear and Arman Daniels II. Defendants have at all times since that date deprived the purchaser at sale of the Council Chambers of the Municipal participate in the hearing in accordance Arman Danield possession of said premises. Building, or any time and place to which a with the Rules of the Board. This notice is Delta Funding WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, purchaser at sale, or its assigns, demands Judgment: meeting for the further consideration of sent to you on behalf of the applicant, by Corestates Bank of Delaware NA such ordinance shall from time to time be order of the Board. First Fidelity Bank, National Association (a) That the said defendants and all persons claiming by, through, or under adjourned, and all persons interested will Information, maps, site plans and the Financial Security Assurance them be directed to deliver up to the plaintiff the possession of the said be given an opportunity to be heard con- application are available for your inspec- First Union, Agent for Breen lands and premises, together with all deeds, papers, and writings in their cerning such ordinance. tion in the Public Works Building, 959 North custody and power relating to or concerning the said lands and premises A copy of same may be obtained from Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey, As to Schedule 23: or any part thereof; the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park and may be reviewed Monday through United Mortgage C.B. LLC (b) For damages for mesne profits; Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cora M. Coston (c) For costs.: tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Lindabury, McCormick & Estabrook Chowan Coston-Barnett MICHAEL G. PELLEGRINO, ESQ. Monday through Friday by any member of 53 Cardinal Drive, P.O. Box 2369 City of Plainfield Housing Preservation Program the general public who wants a copy of Westfield, N.J. 07091 Dr. Stephen Lobell, MD Attorney for Plaintiff same without cost. Tel. (908) 233-6800 Edison Neurologic Associates CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. One Gatehall Drive BARBARA RIEPE Attorneys for Applicant, Temple Emanu- United States of America Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Township Clerk El As to Schedule 29: 1 T - 1/16/03, The Times Fee: $54.57 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $47.43 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $385.56 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 16 Thursday, January 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Elizabeth Coalition Sets Ninth Basketball Classic ELIZABETH – For the ninth year not sold out, tickets will be available in a row, some of the Northeast’s best at the door on the day of the game. high school basketball teams will Proceeds from the tripleheader will battle for ranking and improved con- benefit the Elizabeth Coalition to ditions for local homeless people House the Homeless, one of the first during the annual “Elizabeth Coali- agencies to work with homeless tion to House the Homeless Basket- people in the State of New Jersey. ball Classic” on Saturday, January The first game will begin at 5 p.m. 25. and features Abraham Clark of Tickets are $12 for adults and $8 Roselle versus St. Mary’s of Eliza- for students. For ticket information, beth. please call (732) 586-9119 or click The 6:45 p.m. second game pits on www.etownclassic.tripod.com. If Seton Hall Prep High School of West Orange against Elizabeth High OPTIMISTS ADDRESS LONG-TERM CARE PLANNING…Financial plan- School. ning consultant Michael Minton, left, spoke to the Optimist Club of Westfield at Game three (8:15 p.m.) features St. its regular monthly meeting on January 8 on the subject of long-term care planning. Westfield 7th Girls Benedict’s High School of Newark The subject, Mr. Minton admitted, is not one most people want to talk about, but versus St. Patrick of Elizabeth. good planning is essential for the effective use of one’s resources in caring for Travel Team Wins parents, oneself and loved ones. Mr. Minton is pictured with Optimist President “Now in its ninth year, the Classic Jay Boyle. Two Hoops Games continues to be one of New Jersey’s IHM HOOPS CHAMPIONS...The Immaculate Heart of Mary 6th grade girls The Westfield 7th grade girls finest community events,” said Rev. Westfield Recreation Events basketball team recently won the IHM Christmas Tournament held at Immaculate William Crum, a member of the travel basketball team upped its Heart of Mary in Scotch Plains. Pictured, left to right, are: front row; Catherine Verdic, Coalition’s Board of Directors. This Manners Matter: Held on Janu- Spend Saturday, April 19, explor- Shannon Deegan, Saxony Nielsen, Kelly Dyckman and Raychel Kruper; back row, record to 7-1 by beating Summit, ary 22, this two-hour course will ing the flowing hills of Connecti- 55-22, and Cranford, 45-8. tripleheader spotlights some of the Assistant Coach Chris Nielsen, Michelle Russoniello, Mary Kate Manganiello, Kathryn finest high school basketball talent introduce students to the do’s and cut and taking your chance on DeCataldo and Head Coach Tom DeCataldo. Missing is Nicole DeSando. Against Summit, Gabrielle in the region while, at the same time, don’ts of everyday etiquette and winning! To reserve a spot please O’Leary led a balanced attack with dining etiquette. Open to ages 7 to call the recreation department. 15 points. Claire Bennet had 11 brining the issue of homelessness to center court.” 12. The cost is $25 per child and Discount lift tickets are avail- points and seven rebounds, and IHM 6th Graders Capture The Elizabeth Coalition to House will be held at 3:30 p.m. in the able for the following Mountains: Erin Miller’s had nine points and Community Room. A Snack will Camelback, Shawnee Mountain, nine steals. Alli Macdonald had the Homeless, since its inception in 1981, has been in the forefront of be provided. Jack Frost/Big Boulder, Blue eight points and seven rebounds, Christmas Basketball Title responding to the needs of homeless New Jersey Nets Game: Come Mountain, and Mountain Creek. Allison Oberlander had six points, show your love for the NJ Nets on Please call for details. The Immaculate Heart of Mary 6th Nicole DeSando. Monica Slodowski, Danielle Infantino had four points families and individuals in Union County. The Coalition has helped Valentines Day, February 14. A Bowling League: A 12-week grade girls basketball team captured in a strong showing, scored 12 points and Rose Driscoll had two points the IHM Christmas Tournament held for Clark. thousands of local homeless people – bus will depart at 6 p.m. The fee is program, January 13 to March 31, and five assists. $50. for children five to 14. The pro- at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Scotch In the Championship game versus Against Cranford, Miller netted working families, families on unem- ployment, children and those retired Second Annual Family Bowl- gram will be held on a weekly Plains with victories over Cranford, Westfield, Kruper scored 10 points 15 points and Stephanie Clark and Westfield. and hit three free throws to lead IHM or disabled. ing Night: Held at Linden Lanes at basis at Linden Lanes on Monday Slodyczka sank 13 points and 4 p.m. on January 18. The event afternoons at 3:45 p.m., and a IHM first defeated Cranford, 30- to the, 20-14, victory. Nielsen had grabbed eight boards. Infantino The Basketball Classic, the major fundraiser for this frontline organiza- includes two hours of bowling, Bumper Bowling, for pre-k and 14, in a game in which Kathryn seven points in the game, in which the had four points. Bennet had three Decataldo, Shannon Deegan and decision could have gone to either tion, brings together corporate spon- shoe rental, laser lights, music, kidergarteners, will be offered on points and seven rebounds while soda and pizza. The fee is $10 per Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. or 12:30 Raychel Kruper combined for 18 team until the final moments. Nielsen Elizabeth Harbaugh, Oberlander sors, local businesses and individual fans of high school basketball as well person. p.m. The cost is $6/week. points. Saxony Nielsen had a fine was awarded Most Valuable Player of and Macdonald had two points game with six points. Kelly Dyckman, the tournament for her fine defensive as top-ranked teams in New Jersey to Dancercise: Early Spring Ses- Teen Center: Available on se- each. Macdonald also had nine sion: Held from January 7 through lect Friday evenings, in the mu- Michelle Russoniello and another play and aggressiveness rebounding. rebounds. O’Leary had one point, raise the consciousness of the home- less issue, and to assist those in need March 27 on Tuesdays and Thurs- nicipal building, during the school outstanding game by Kruper led to a, The team, led by Head Coach Tom 10 steals and five assists. 29-14, victory over Westfield in the DeCataldo and Assistant Coach Chris of shelter and food. days from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Class year from 7 to 11 p.m. for all high second game. Nielsen, also won a Christmas mini- is held in the Municipal Building school students. The center fea- IHM then defeated Clark, 20-14, tournament held in Millburn, the Community Room. The fee is $62 tures music, movies, pool tables, with fine play by Mary Kate weekend after Christmas, with wins St Helen’s 7/8th Girls Win for 25 classes. video games, pin pong, foosball, Manganiello, Catherine Verdic and over Madison (40-14) and Spring- Book Discussion Group: The air hockey, big screen TV, and a some key scoring late in the game by field (29-10). first meeting will be held on Janu- lounge area. Sixth-Straight in Hoops ary 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the Confer- Night Place: An evening full of ence Room at the Municipal games, dancing, movies, food and The St. Helen’s of Westfield 7/8- Slodyczka had six points and Krissy Building. All prospective mem- music for Westfield students from Hye-Young Choi grade girls basketball team remained Wendel finished with three points bers are asked to bring two book 6th to 8th grade only. Located at #1 Realtor in the Westfield Office 1994-2001 unbeaten in 2003 to improve its and a team-high seven rebounds. suggestions. Coffee will be served. Edison School from 7:30 to 9:30 Visit me at my website: record to 18-3. Casey el Koury, Danielle Infantino, Adults only. Call the recreation p.m. The fee is $3 at the door. www.Realtor.com In the first game of the weekend, St. Claire Bennett, Allison Oberlander, office to sign up. Other upcoming dates are: Febru- www. coldwellbankermoves.com/hye-young.choi Helen’s beat an overmatched St. Elizabeth Harbaugh and Rose Casino Trip to Mohegan Sun: ary 14, March 14 and May 16. email: [email protected] Elizabeth’s of Linden, 47-9. Once Driscoll chipped in with a basket Contact Hye-Young Choi Today for the Perfect Home! again St. Helen’s used a balanced each. scoring attack with all 11 girls scor- In St. Helen’s beat St. Bart’s of East OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, Jan 19, 1-4 PM ing. Gabrielle O’Leary led the way Brunswick, 48-8. Nine players got on 300 North Euclid Avenue, Westfield with 12 points including 6-6 from the the scoreboard. Ruhno led with 12 free throw line. Kathryn Ruhno nailed points, Miller netted eight and nine points and was 4-6 from the line. Slodyscka followed with six points Erin Miller sank eight points includ- and 10 rebounds. El Koury, Infantino, ing 4-4 from the line. Stephanie Bennett, O’Leary, Wendel and Union County Schedules Oberlander scored four points each. Alli Macdonald had four points and ‘Adopt-A-Trail’ Meeting ROCKET a team-high 16 rebounds. Harbaugh put in two points and had eight re- COUNTY – New trail stewards who Light refreshments will be provided. YOUR bounds. would like to adopt a section of hik- “Participants will be required to In the final game, St. Helen’s beat ing and bridle trail will meet from 9 adopt their trail for a period of at least ADVERTISING! Assumption, 52-38. St. Helen’s led a.m. to 10:15 a.m. on Saturday, Janu- two years,” said Freeholder Chester ADVERTISING! 26-21 at the half, but outscored As- ary 18. They will be introduced to the Holmes, Liaison to the Parks and Rec- sumption 26-17 in the second half. Adopt-A-Trail (AAT) Program and reation Advisory Board. “They will Miller paced the attack with 19 points trail assignments will be given. Fol- visit the trail regularly, remove litter, including three 3-point shots. lowing the beginners meeting, there do minor pruning, remove debris from Reserve Your Breanne Defalco fired in 17 points. will be a general AAT meeting from drainage pipes, re-mark trails as needed Space Today Ruhno had five points followed by 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., which will and submit quarterly report forms.” Bennett with four points. Slodyszka include topics such as: tool safety; Pre-registration for the orientation had two points and eight rebounds. proper trail blazing (marking) tech- and general AAT meetings is required. T: 908 232 4407 El Kourey, Driscoll, Infantino and Westfield. . .Quality renovated, charming 4 BR home across from Mindowaskin niques; a tour highlighting examples Call Trailside at (908) 789-3670, PK. Cust. features: updated KIT, vault ceil, skylt + rec light. All new 2 ½ F: 908 232 0473 Macdonald had two points each. of proper and poor trail maintenance extension 221, to register for the meet- BTH, newer oak trm wndws, refin HWFLS, beaut nat wdwk, high ceiling, box [email protected] O’Leary had five steals and five as- and repair; program concerns and ings. All AAT participants must at- beam in LR, fdr. Great location for twn + transp . (WSF1008) $739,000 sists. suggestions. Both meetings will be tend an orientation meeting and one held in Trailside Nature and Science additional meeting per year. Center’s TMA Room, below the mu- For more information about seum building in Mountainside. Trailside and its programs please call 220 Brightwood Avenue (908) 789-3670. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE Westfield SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DOCKET NO. F-23643-01 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, EQUICREDIT CORPORATION OF DOCKET NO. F-12731-97 AMERICA, PLAINTIFF vs. DOUGLAS JAMES STEIN, GERALDINE RUSSELL & MCDONALD; SYRETTA LESLIE, H/W; JANET YOUNG, PLAINTIFF vs. MELINDA BRIDGETE NATIELLO, TENANT, ET ALS, SLEDGE, ET AL, DEFENDANT. DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED OCTOBER 22, 2002 FOR SALE OF DATED OCTOBER 22, 2002 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution to me directed I shall expose for execution to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, at the Union County sale by public vendue, at the Union County Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY THE 5TH DAY OF on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in JANUARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the the afternoon of said day. All successful Westfield. . . Beautiful fieldstone front 5 BR, 4 ½ BTH Colonial with charm afternoon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- and character in “Brightwood by the Pond”. Lrg FR addition w/ vault ceil, LR bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- able in cash or certified check at the able in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. w/ frplc, EIK, cozy office, scrn porch, RR & Au Pair suite, 2 FRPLC, archways, conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED embellished moldings, built-ins, wndw seat, hwfls, CAC, 2 CG, .4 acre on The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED EIGHT THOUSAND EIGHT & 64/100 quiet lane. (WSF1004) $899,000 NINTY SIX THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED ($108,008.64). FORTY FOUR & 88/100 ($196,644.88). The property to be sold is located in the The property to be sold is located in the City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, CITY OF ELIZABETH, County of Union and New Jersey. State of New Jersey. Commonly known as: 10 Grove Street, $ 859,900 It is commonly known as 509 EAST Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201. JERSEY STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JER- Tax Lot No. 574 in Block 13. SEY. Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) This beautifully appointed Colonial built in 2001 is situated on a It is known and designated as Block 3, 33.33 feet wide by 69.79 feet long. professionally landscaped property in the lovely Brightwood Section Lot 251. Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the of Westfield. It is hard to resist this elegant home with 4 Bedrooms, The dimensions are approximately 25 westerly side of Grove Street, 142.64 2.1 Baths, two-story Foyer, fireplace in Family Room, Master Bedroom feet wide by 100 feet long (irregular). feet from the northerly side of Rahway Suite with Sitting Room / Office and Jacuzzi Bath, finished Basement, Nearest cross street: Situate on the Avenue. Gourmet Kitchen with granite countertops, and a walk-up Attic with northeasterly sideline of East Jersey Street, Sale is subject to Open Taxes 100 feet from the northwesterly sideline $994.14; includes interest to 11/20/ plumbing ready to finish. In addition, this lovely home has two- of Fifth Street. 02, Open Water/Sewer $327.79; in- zone heating / cooling system, central vac, large crown molding, 2- Prior lien(s): SUBJECT TO UNPAID cludes interest to 11/20/02, for a total car attached garage, security system, deck, and is a stone throw TAXES AND OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS. amount due and owing of $1,321.93; away from Franklin Elementary School, Roosevelt Jr. High School, THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE AS OF 10/17/ plus any accrued interest and sub- and especially Gregory’s Pond. 02 FOR PROPERTY TAXES, UNPAID sequent taxes as they may become WATER/SEWER CHARGES, AND LIEN due. PAYOFF IS IN THE AGGREGATE SUM OF There is due approximately the sum of $9,766.77. ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY SEVEN THOUSAND There is due approximately the sum of TWO-HUNDRED EIGHTEEN & 46/100 TWO-HUNDRED TWELVE THOUSAND ($157,218.46) together with lawful inter- Kelly A. Harrington ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY NINE & 05/100 est and costs. Phone: 908.232.1601 ($212,159.05) together with lawful inter- There is a full legal description on file in Westfield. . . Meticulously renovated spacious 3 BR HM in Wychwood. New Cell: 908.419.9014 est and costs. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. since 1998; EIK, new 2 ½ BTHS w/ skylt, refinished HWFL, all new wndws There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn & bay. LR w/ frplc, lrg FR & SUNRM & DEN. Also new CAC, gas HT, Fax: 908.232.0099 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. this sale. plumbing, electric, roof, alarm sys., extensive patio, all new decor. Charm E mail: [email protected] The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH abounds! Easy walk to elementary school. (WSF1003) $549,000 this sale. SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, SHERIFF ATTORNEYS STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, 1139 Spruce Drive Westfield Office 209 CENTRAL AVENUE, WESTFIELD NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LL PO Box 1024 908.233.5555 Suite 300 Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 209 Central Avenue 293 Eisenhower Parkway 1-908-233-8500 908-233-5555, ext. 169 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 File No. XCZ 35475 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE CH-757045 - (WL) CH-757066 - (WL) Direct Line: 908-301-2015 4 T - 12/26/02, 1/2/03, 1/9/03 4 T - 1/9, 1/16, 1/23 & 1/16/03 Fee: $222.36 & 1/30/03 Fee: $210.12 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, January 16, 2003 Page 17 What to Do With Houseplants CSH to Hold Free Seminar Once the Festivities Are Over On Special Needs Children By JOAN MELLOAN begin to pot my amaryllis, I continue MOUNTAINSIDE – Children’s Spe- tion, advocacy and referrals to families What do you do with the to pot them every few weeks until cialized Hospital (CSH) will present a of special needs children of all ages and houseplants that brightened your February,” she says. free seminar entitled “Planning for the disabilities. Professionals working with home during the holidays now that the With a few variations, this is how we Future Needs of Your Child with Spe- families are also invited to attend. festive season has ended? both care for the bulbs: put each in a cial Needs” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sample topics will include: “When With a little tender loving care, some pot a few inches wider than the bulb, January 30. is the Right Time to Make Financial of them can be coaxed to bloom again cover it to the neck with potting soil, The program will take place at the Plans for My Child?”; “Guardian- for years to come. Among those that I set it in a sunny room, water sparingly hospital, located at 150 New Provi- ship”; “Letters of Intent”; “Will versus have persuaded to flower for another until the first shoots appear. When it dence Road in Mountainside. Trust” and “Funding Issues”. season are amaryllis, lavender, cycla- starts growing, keep it moist but not This event is designed for families of Additional topics are expected to men, Christmas cactus and abutilon wet, and fertilize monthly. When flower children with special needs and will include “Have the Laws Changed Since (flowering maple). But long ago, I buds appear, move the pot to a cooler feature speaker Douglas A. Vogel, co- I Set Up a Trust?” and “How Do I gave up the effort to preserve poinset- location with less light. founder of an organization called Spe- Preserve Their Government Benefits?” tias and gardenias, two handsome but After blooms fade, cut them off but cial Needs Advocate for Parents (SNAP). Registration is required and may be finicky flowering plants. continue watering and feeding the bulb. SNAP provides information, educa- done by calling (908) 301-5478. Lavender, cyclamen, Christmas cac- In warm weather, put the pot outdoors tus and abutilon are undemanding in semi-shade. In the fall, bring it in- and can bloom periodically for years. doors, cut foliage to about two inches, Registration to Commence The grey-blue foliage and slender store in a cool dry, dark place. When VICTORIAN AGE REVISITED…Darlene Palumbo, left, and Renate Maroney, purple flower spikes of lavender, which new growth appears, bring the pot out, pictured here in 18th-century fashions, will present a program called “Victorian graced many elegant 17th-century and start the growing cycle again. Secrets From the Heart” for the College Club of Fanwood-Scotch Plains at 7:30 For JCC Nursery School English gardens, is easily grown out- This system seems to work well most p.m. on Monday, January 27, in the music room of Union Catholic High School SCOTCH PLAINS – The Jewish or Kindergarten must be members of doors in New Jersey, as well as indoors of the time, but its not foolproof. Two in Scotch Plains. Community Center (JCC) of Central the JCC. in a sunny spot. years ago, six of my old amaryllis burst New Jersey in Scotch Plains has an- These programs will be held at the In my small greenhouse right now, into bloom near Christmas. Last De- nounced that registration for the Wilf Jewish Community Campus, the lavender is forming its slender cember, only three of them bloomed. Historians to Speak to Club 2003-2004 Nursery School year will 1391 Martine Avenue. purple spires, the abutilon has a clus- Andrea says she had approximately begin on Tuesday, January 21. Membership information, as well ter of perky orange flowers and the the same success rate. Children who will turn two, three, as information about the programs, cyclamen has little pink buds peeping But, we agree, the glorious blooms About Victorian Customs four or five years old before Wednes- arranging a tour or receiving an ap- out of the grey and white foliage. All are worth the effort. day, October 1, are eligible for en- plication, may be obtained by call- SCOTCH PLAINS – On Monday, guests are welcome. those three ask for is a little water, * * * * * rollment. ing Susan Bennett, Early Childhood fertilizer and bright light. January 27, the College Club of For further information, please call Families expecting to enroll their Director, at (908) 889-8800, exten- Jody Melloan is a Master Gar- Fanwood-Scotch Plains will present Maureen at (908) 233-4027. My Christmas cactus has grown dener of Union County. children in the JCC Nursery School sion no. 204. enormously in the last three years. a Valentine’s Day themed program During warm weather, I keep it out- entitled “Victorian Secrets From the doors in the shade of a large evergreen, Marketing Seminar Heart” at 7:30 p.m. in the music then bring it in when frost threatens. For Women to be Held room at Union Catholic High School Last fall, I forgot to put it in the base- in Scotch Plains. New Jersey ment for a few weeks of darkness so, At Kean University Local historians Renate Maroney 2 Properties instead of blooming at Christmas, it AREA – The New Jersey Associa- and Darlene Palumbo will present had finished its spectacular pink tion of Women Business Owners’ will the program while wearing authen- flower show by Thanksgiving. offer its 2.5-hour ‘Marketing Magic’ tic Victorian garments. My Westfield friend David Green seminar on February 21 at the Small They will highlight the contrast just keeps his Christmas cactus in a Business Development Center at between celebrations of love on cool, bright basement room most of Kean University in Union. Valentine’s Day and the strict mourn- the year, and when he brings it upstairs The seminar, which is open to the ing practices for the loss of loved for the holidays it, too, blossoms pro- public, will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. ones. fusely. and will cost $25 per person. Additionally, Victorian fashions The amaryllis is more demanding, This class will include timely tips from 1840 to 1900 will be reviewed but is well worth the effort. From its to help market your business. Ellen using antique clothing. The secrets large round bulb, two flower stalks rise Silverman of Ellen Silverman Adver- of how women of that era achieved and burst into glorious red, pink, white tising will teach the class. their fashionable silhouettes will or striped trumpet shaped flowers, sur- For more information or to register also be disclosed. rounded by tapering, lance-like leaves please contact the Women’s Business College Club members and their Andrea Landis, a Master Gardener Center at (609) 581-2220 or e-mail PUBLIC NOTICE who lives in Summit, likes to have [email protected]. amaryllis around all winter. “Once I SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE DOCKET NO. F-18851-99 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COMPANY, SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, PLAINTIFF vs. JORGE E. RAMIREZ; ZULMA SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DOCKET NO. F-8029-00 N. RIOS-RAMIREZ, HIS WIFE, DEFENDANT. Westfield $699,000 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, BANKERS TRUST COMPANY, AS CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DOCKET NO. F-13076-01 TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. REGINA DATED JUNE 23, 2000 FOR SALE OF ELEGANT TUDOR COLONIAL! Located on beautiful Stanley Oval, this home DELTA FUNDING CORPORATION, CONDEZ, ET AL., DEFENDANT. MORTGAGED PREMISES. PLAINTIFF vs. JAIRO E. HERNANDEZ, ET CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, By virtue of the above-stated writ of features seven rooms, formal Living Room with fireplace, formal Dining Room, Eat- ALS., DEFENDANT. DATED OCTOBER 5, 2000 FOR SALE OF execution to me directed I shall expose for In Kitchen, large Family Room, four Bedrooms and two and one-half Baths. Many CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, MORTGAGED PREMISES. sale by public vendue, at the Union County DATED MARCH 12, 2002 FOR SALE OF By virtue of the above-stated writ of Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- amenities including: replaced windows, central air, wood floors, chestnut trim. MORTGAGED PREMISES. execution to me directed I shall expose for bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey Contact the Westfield Office at 908/232-5664 By virtue of the above-stated writ of sale by public vendue, at the Union County on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF execution to me directed I shall expose for Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- JANUARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the sale by public vendue, at the Union County bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey afternoon of said day. All successful Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- on WEDNESDAY THE 29TH DAY OF JANU- bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey ARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the able in cash or certified check at the on WEDNESDAY THE 29TH DAY OF JANU- afternoon of said day. All successful conclusion of the sales. ARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED afternoon of said day. All successful able in cash or certified check at the THIRTY THOUSAND SIXTY THREE & 46/ bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- conclusion of the sales. 100 ($130,063.46). able in cash or certified check at the The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED The property to be sold is located in the conclusion of the sales. NINTY SEVEN THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED City of Elizabeth, County of Union and The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED NINTY & 99/100 ($197,190.99). State of New Jersey. FIFTY EIGHT THOUSAND NINE-HUNDRED MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth It is commonly known as 24 Oakwood TWELVE & 87/100 ($158,912.87). COUNTY: UNION, STATE OF NEW JER- Place, Elizabeth, New Jersey. The property to be sold is located in the SEY It is known and designated as Block 11, City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, STREET AND STREET NO.: 54 Elmora Lot 1114. New Jersey. Avenue The dimensions are 40 feet wide by 110 Commonly known as: 260 Morris Av- TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK 13, LOT: feet long. enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208. 511 Nearest Cross Street: Irvington Avenue. Tax Lot No. 737 in Block 11. DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 111 feet by 46.66 Prior lien(s): The total amount due for Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 24 feet unpaid water/sewer charges is in the feet wide by 70 feet long. NEAREST CROSS STREET: 46.66 feet aggregate sum of $261.94. Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the from Murray Street SUBJECT TO UNPAID TAXES AND southwesterly line of Morris Avenue SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): City of OTHER MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS, 356.09 feet from the southeasterly line of Elizabeth holds a claim for taxes due and/ AMOUNT DUE IS AVAILABLE IN THE Scotch Plains $729,000 Westfield Avenue. or other municipal utilities such as water SHERIFF’S OFFICE OR FROM PLAINTIFF’S There is due approximately the sum of and/or sewer in the amount of $11,464.40 ATTORNEYS UPON WRITTEN REQUEST CLASSIC CENTER HALL COLONIAL! Move right in and enjoy this lovely Center Hall ONE-HUNDRED NINTY EIGHT THOUSAND as of 05/11/2002. TO PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEYS. Colonial featuring formal Living Room, formal Dining Room, Family Room with THREE-HUNDRED FIFTY ONE & 32/100 There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of ($198,351.32) together with lawful inter- TWO-HUNDRED FORTY FOUR THOU- ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY THREE THOUSAND fireplace, four Bedrooms and two and one-half Baths. The extra large Eat-In Kitchen est and costs. SAND SIX-HUNDRED TWENTY SIX & 26/ THREE-HUNDRED NINTY FIVE & 60/100 looks out on beautiful manicured grounds (.94 acre). There is a full Basement and There is a full legal description on file in 100 ($244,626.26) together with lawful ($163,395.60) together with lawful inter- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. interest and costs. est and costs. two-car garage. Conveniently located, beautifully appointed, this one has it all! The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in this sale. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Contact the Westfield Office at 908/232-5664 RALPH FROEHLICH The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SHERIFF this sale. this sale. ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH ATTORNEYS SHERIFF SHERIFF 1139 Spruce Drive WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, PRUDENTIAL NEW JERSEY PROPERTIES WEBSITE www.PruNewJersey.com P.O. Box 1024 CHARTERED-COUNSELORS NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LL REALTOR® - Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 737 Stokes Road Suite 300 1-908-233-8500 P.O. 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Classic center hall Colonial home boasting 4 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 Gracious and Elegant is this 11 room Center Hall displaying Pristine and spacious is this 5 Bedroom Split Level home located in half baths. Charm abounds throughout this fine home. The main traditional architecture and magnificent appointments. The formal a great family neighborhood. It boasts a newer eat-in Kitchen, living level, underlain by hardwood floors, provides two spacious rooms create an ideal setting for entertaining and everyday living. Master Bedroom suite with a luxurious new bathroom and private retreats on either side of the center hall, formal Living Room warmed Picturesque grounds, detailed moldings and high ceilings are but a study, Formal Living Room and Dining Room, Family Room, two- by a fireplace, formal Dining Room and an updated eat-in Kitchen. few of the captivating features that this premier residence offers. car attached Garage, three season Porch, and large fenced property. Offered for $699,900. (WSF 6903) Offered for $1,995,000. (WSF 6969) Offered for $599,900. (WSF 1009) Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (908) 301-2004 - Direct Line [email protected] Business (908) 233-5555 www.KimHaley.com 209 Central Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, January 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Talking Business NJIT Assistant VP Becomes Leadership New Jersey Fellow SCOTCH PLAINS – Jacquelynn rority, Inc., the nation’s first sorority Pat Cosquer Joins Institute for Rhodes, Assistant Vice President of for black college women. university advancement, corporate Ms. Rhodes received her bachelor’s and foundation relations at New Jer- degree in sociology as well as a Internat. Sport Organization sey Institute of Technology (NJIT), master’s degree in social sciences from WESTFIELD — Pat Cosquer, a The College Key. recently graduated as a Fellow from Michigan State University. In addi- 1993 graduate of Westfield High The Institute for International Leadership New Jersey. Leadership tion, she holds a master’s degree in School, has joined the Institute for Sport is a non-profit organization New Jersey is a program of the Part- social work (MSW) in administra- International Sport in Kingston, R. founded in 1986 and based at the nership for New Jersey based in New tion, policy and planning from I., serving as the Director of Alumni University of Rhode Island. The In- Brunswick. Rutgers University. She is certified Relations. stitute is dedicated to improving The program identifies, honors, by the Academy of Certified Social Ms. Cosquer will also act as the international, domestic and inter- informs and challenges emerging Workers (ACSW) and is a Licensed Director of National Sportsmanship personal relations through cultural leaders from all sectors to create a Social Worker (LSW). Day and the Rhode Island Scholar- and athletic exchanges. strong, statewide network of people Athlete Games. For more information about the dedicated to making New Jersey a Weichert Realtors FUN WORKSHOP…The Garden Club of Westfield recently combined fun, Prior to joining the Institute staff, Institute for International Sport or for better place to live and work. learning and friendship at a flower arrangement workshop held at the Municipal Ms. Cosquer designed and managed information regarding upcoming “I undertook the year-long chal- Collects Over 800 Building in Westfield. Pictured, left to right, are: front row, Jennie Williams, Mary fundraising programs for high school programs and events, please visit lenge because the program addresses Ann Malloy, Elsie Seastream, Dariel Belcher, Anne Arkel and Nancy Roff; back athletic teams throughout Rhode Is- www.internationalsport.com. quality of life issues that are impor- New Toys for 2002 row, Ruth Paul, President; Joan Hogan, Irene Ilaria, Peggy Norwine and Lucille land. tant to me,” said Ms. Rhodes, a resi- WESTFIELD — Harvey Tekel, Finter . Ms. Cosquer holds a bachelor’s dent of Scotch Plains. branch manager, has announced that PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE degree in Sociology from Bates See it all on the Web! “Leadership New Jersey offered me Weichert, Realtors’ Westfield Of- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY College, in Lewiston, Me. Prior to invaluable opportunity to interact fice collected over 800 new toys CHANCERY DIVISION her graduation from Bates College See it in Color! with and learn the different perspec- throughout December for organiza- UNION COUNTY in 1997, she had served as captain tives of a broad range of people,” said tions that serve the needs of chil- DOCKET NO. F-4614-02 of the varsity squash and baseball www.goleader.com Ms. Rhodes. “It also developed my dren in Union County. FILE NO. 7060-02 teams. She currently is a member of knowledge of state-wide issues in As she has for the last seven years, CIVIL ACTION areas of education, health and human Karen Piesch coordinated the NOTICE OF IN REM FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN TITLES PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE services, economic and community office’s participation in the toy CITY OF PLAINFIELD, a Municipal Corporation in the County of Union and SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY development, criminal justice, race drive. Ms. Piesch hosted office lun- State of New Jersey, Plaintiff, CHANCERY DIVISION relations and the arts.” cheons and other fund-raising ac- UNION COUNTY vs. Ms. Rhodes has worked at NJIT for tivities to add to the donations by DOCKET NO. F-23930-01 Schedule 24 FILE NO. 7065-02 almost a dozen years in the fund- the public throughout the holiday Block 142, Lot 21 raising arm of the university. Prior to season. CIVIL ACTION 379 Evona Avenue coming to NJIT her career has fo- “We are very pleased with the Assessed to: NJBP, Inc. NOTICE OF IN REM FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN TITLES cused on social and health-related number of toys we collected this Schedule 40 CITY OF PLAINFIELD, a Municipal Corporation in the County of Union and services that encompassed adminis- year,” explained Mr. Tekel. “The Block 309, Lot 5 State of New Jersey, Plaintiff, tration, program development, com- community was extremely gener- 259 East 3rd Street vs. Assessed to: Anna M. Natale munity organizing and policy and ous and we really appreciate it.” Schedule 10 planning. She has also been involved For more information, please con- Schedule 44 Block 116, Lot 11 Block 325, Lot 63 in many community service activi- tact Mr. Tekel at Weichert’s 813-15 South 2nd Street 217 Richmond Street ties through Alpha Kappa Alpha So- Westfield Office at (908) 654-7777. Assessed to: Theresa Smith Assessed to: Franklin Smith Schedule 15 Schedule 57 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Block 122, Lot 1 Block 551, Lot 15 937 West 3rd Street SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY 917 West 6th Street Assessed to: Beverly Jones CHANCERY DIVISION Assessed to: Daisy Andison UNION COUNTY Schedule 58 Schedule 64 DOCKET NO. F-23180-01 Block 555, Lot 2 Block 726, Lot 5 FILE NO. 7064-02 741-43 West 4th Street 1208-10 Arlington Avenue Assessed to: George Oparanozie and Carol Odu CIVIL ACTION Assessed to: Shelilia M. Braxton Schedule 69 NOTICE OF IN REM FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN TITLES Defendants Block 836, Lot 17 CITY OF PLAINFIELD, a Municipal Corporation in the County of Union and Take notice that an action, In Rem, has been commenced in the Superior Court of New 140-44 East 4th Street State of New Jersey, Plaintiff, Jersey by the filing of a Complaint on February 27, 2002 to foreclose and forever bar Assessed to: Stanley Fay, Inc. any and all rights of redemption of the parcels of land described in the tax foreclosure vs. Defendants list below, from plaintiff’s tax lien title. Schedule 21 The action is brought against the land only, and no personal judgment may be entered Take notice that an action, In Rem, has been commenced in the Superior Court of New Block 135, Lot 11 therein. Jersey by the filing of a Complaint on December 20, 2001 to foreclose and forever bar 305-11 Lyman Place Any person desiring to protect a right, title or interest in the described land or any parcel any and all rights of redemption of the parcels of land described in the tax foreclosure Assessed to: Anna L. Thomas thereof, by redemption, or to contest plaintiff’s right to foreclose, must do so by paying list below, from plaintiff’s tax lien title. the amount required to redeem as set forth below, plus interest to the date of redemption, The action is brought against the land only, and no personal judgment may be entered Schedule 62 and such costs as the court may allow, prior to the entry of judgment therein, or by filing therein. Block 645, Lot 10 and serving an answer to the complaint setting forth defendant’s defense within 45 days Any person desiring to protect a right, title or interest in the described land or any parcel 739-41 South Avenue after the date of the publication of this notice. thereof, by redemption, or to contest plaintiff’s right to foreclose, must do so by paying Assessed to: Charles and Lorraine Gray In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem the amount required to redeem as set forth below, plus interest to the date of redemption, Defendants or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his rights, title and and such costs as the court may allow, prior to the entry of judgment therein, or by filing interest and equity or redemption in and to the parcels of land described in the following and serving an answer to the complaint setting forth defendant’s defense within 45 days Take notice that an action, In Rem, has been commenced in the Superior Court of New tax foreclosure list: after the date of the publication of this notice. Jersey by the filing of a Complaint on December 12, 2001 to foreclose and forever bar The following is a copy of the tax foreclosure list showing the lands against which In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem any and all rights of redemption of the parcels of land described in the tax foreclosure this action is brought. or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his rights, title and list below, from plaintiff’s tax lien title. interest and equity or redemption in and to the parcels of land described in the following The action is brought against the land only, and no personal judgment may be entered CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST tax foreclosure list: therein. PART ONE The following is a copy of the tax foreclosure list showing the lands against which Any person desiring to protect a right, title or interest in the described land or any parcel Date this action is brought. thereof, by redemption, or to contest plaintiff’s right to foreclose, must do so by paying Schedule Tax Sale Date of Cert. Mortgage the amount required to redeem as set forth below, plus interest to the date of redemption, No. Cert. No. Tax Sale Recorded Book & Page CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST and such costs as the court may allow, prior to the entry of judgment therein, or by filing 24 990253 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 39 PART ONE and serving an answer to the complaint setting forth defendant’s defense within 45 days 40 990421 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 61 Date after the date of the publication of this notice. 44 990482 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 0065 Schedule Tax Sale Date of Cert. Mortgage In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem 57 94-516 6/27/94 8/23/01 8467, 280 No. Cert. No. Tax Sale Recorded Book & Page or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his rights, title and 64 64-687 6/27/94 8/23/01 8467, 284 10 990118 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 0005 interest and equity or redemption in and to the parcels of land described in the following 15 990138 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 0019 CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST tax foreclosure list: 58 990851 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 0075 PART TWO The following is a copy of the tax foreclosure list showing the lands against which 69 951348 1/27/95 8/23/01 8467, 0292 Tax Lien Amount this action is brought. Tax Sale Name of Owner Amount Subsequent to CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST Cert. No. on Tax Dupl. of Sale to Sale Redeem PART TWO PART ONE 990253 Realty Asset Properties, Ltd $698.75 $2,144.10 $2,842.85 Tax Lien Amount Date 990421 Anna Mildred Natale $64.68 $475.20 $539.88 Tax Sale Name of Owner Amount Subsequent to Schedule Tax Sale Date of Cert. Mortgage 990482 The Paramount Group, Inc. $48.67 $6,592.08 $6,640.75 Cert. No. on Tax Dupl. of Sale to Sale Redeem No. Cert. No. Tax Sale Recorded Book & Page 94-516 Daisy Andison $184.26 $22,335.18 $22,519.44 990118 Theresa Smith $1,155.43 $4,167.21 $5,322.64 21 990225 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 0031 64-687 Samuell Robinson $139.70 $3,296.08 $3,435.78 990138 Beverly Jones $703.68 $3,113.35 $3,817.03 62 991036 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 0083 990851 George Oparanozie LAST TRANSFERENCE OF RECORD SCHEDULE and Carol Odu $5,744.52 $19,437.20 $25,181.72 CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST Schedule Transferee or Deed Date Deed 951348 Stanley Fay, Inc. $3,549.58 $21,983.69 $25,533.27 PART TWO No. Purchase of Title Dated Recorded Book & Page Tax Lien Amount LAST TRANSFERENCE OF RECORD SCHEDULE 24 NJBP, Inc. 7/30/98 8/24/98 4708, 45 Tax Sale Name of Owner Amount Subsequent to 40 Anna Mildred Natale 5/13/65 5/21/65 2740, 570 Schedule Transferee or Deed Date Deed Cert. No. on Tax Dupl. of Sale to Sale Redeem 44 Franklin Smith 1/28/00 3/2/00 4941, 109 No. Purchase of Title Dated Recorded Book & Page 990225 Anna L. Thomas $4,736.91 $17,177.29 $21,914.20 57 Daisy Andison 1/17/89 1/30/89 3585, 529 10 Theresa Smith 2/26/96 2/29/96 4352, 0280 991036 Charles and Lorraine Gray $4,416.36 $11,165.24 $15,581.60 64 Yasuda Bank and 15 Beverly Jones 3/17/89 3/30/89 3591, 0726 LAST TRANSFERENCE OF RECORD SCHEDULE Trust Company (U.S.A.) 58 George Oparanozie as Trustee 4/4/00 7/19/00 4999, 34 and Carol Odu 7/14/89 7/20/89 3605, 0643 Schedule Transferee or Deed Date Deed 69 Stanley Fay, Inc. 5/22/89 5/23/89 3598, 0225 No. Purchase of Title Dated Recorded Book & Page And take further notice that the following own or are reputed to own an interest in, 21 Anna L. Thomas 3/8/61 3/10/61 2527, 140 or have a lien or encumbrance upon the lands and premises which are the subject matter And take further notice that the following own or are reputed to own an interest in, 62 Charles and Lorraine Gray 12/21/88 1/5/89 3582, 606 of this action, as follows: or have a lien or encumbrance upon the lands and premises which are the subject matter of this action, as follows: And take further notice that the following own or are reputed to own an interest in, As to Schedule 24: or have a lien or encumbrance upon the lands and premises which are the subject matter NJBP, Inc. As to Schedule 10: of this action, as follows: Realty Asset Properties, LTD Theresa Smith Octagon Capital As to Schedule 21: As to Schedule 40: Financial Security Assurance Anna L. Thomas Anna M. Natale Crusader Bank Hyman Okun Anna M. Natale, her heirs, devisees, and personal representatives and their or any Vincent Smith Hillside State Bank n/k/a Wachovia Bank, NA or their successors in right, title, and interest Lansing, Inc. Beneficial New Jersey, Inc. d/b/a Beneficial Mortgage Co. Steven V. Natale Security Savings Bank Joseph Medina Irene Natale State of New Jersey Michael Medina Vincent Natale Copelco Credit Corporation State of New Jersey Christine Emery Ladeera Edwards minor by g/a/l Shareen Rucks Steven Kane D.D. Elizabeth General Medical Center North Jersey Developmental Center, Totowa FUNB Collateral Trustee/MDSMFP n/k/a Wachovia Bank, NA County of Cumberland United Jersey Bank n/k/a Fleet Bank First Union/M.D. Sass-II (2) n/k/a Wachovia Bank, NA State of New Jersey Myron E. Fuhrmann, P.A. As to Schedule 62: As to Schedule 44: Union County Division of Social Services Charles Gray Franklin Smith As to Schedule 15: Lorraine Gray The Paramount Group Beverly Jones Alaska Seaboard Partners Carnegie Capital Corp. Chemical Bank n/k/a Chase Manhattan Bank FUNB of FL, Customer for D. H. n/k/a Wachovia Bank, N.A. Empire Associates Mortage Corp., A New Jersey Corporation Lawrence I. Greene Thomas Dollard infant by g/a/l/ Willa Dollard Barco Auto Leasing Corporation Ernestine Greene New Jersey Equine Clinic Daniel Dewaters GTL Investments, L.P. County of Morris Melissa Rose Infant by G/A/L FUNB, as Trustee or Custodian c/o Plymouth SPV 1, Inc. n/k/a Wachovia Bank, N.A. State of New Jersey Angela Rose, Ind. Lawrence I. Greene & Ernestine Greene United States of America Vera E. Smith Carmen Jimenez Theresa Smith SECOND COUNT State of New Jersey Passaic Co Bd Social Servs Little Johns Auto Service 1. By virtue of the entry of judgment in the First Count, Plaintiff is entitled to Wanda J. McRae MKM Acquisitions, L.L.C., assignee of Chase Manhattan Bank USA possession of premises located in the City of Plainfield, County of Union, and Essex Co Bd Social Servs State of New Jersey, more particularly described the premises in question for Silvia Singh As to Schedule 58: this Count are known as (Block 645, Lot 10) only, on the Tax Map of City of Alice A. Larry George Oparanozie Plainfield, County of Union, and State of New Jersey. The defendants named Monmouth Co Bd Social Servs Carol Odu herein have or may claim to have certain rights in the premises described in the Ocean Co Bd Social Servs Franklin Credit Management Corporation First Count of this Complaint and by reason thereof, have deprived the plaintiff Karen Hassler State of New Jersey herein of the possession of the premises aforesaid. Union Co Bd Social Servs Prudential Property & Casualty Insurance Company, Assignee of Thomas Andell Robert Mark Associates, a PA Patnership Mercer County Board of Social Services WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, or its assigns, demands Judgment against the defendant New Jersey Bell Telephone Company Karen S. Riley United States of America: State of New Jersey Guys & Dolls Health Spa (a) For possession of said premises in favor of plaintiff or its assignee or The Howard Savings Bank n/k/a Wachovia Bank, NA As to Schedule 57: any purchaser at the foreclosure sale; Essex County College Daisy Andison (b) For damages for mesne profits; Brookwood Musconetcong River Property Owners Association Daisy Andison, her heirs, devisees, and personal representatives and their or any (c) For costs. National Car Rental of their successors in right, title, and interest Household Finance Corporation, a Delaware Corporation, A/T/D/B/ in NJ THIRD COUNT Sonia Aldred Fontaine New Jersey Bell Telephone Delicia Aldred I. The purchaser at sale, by virtue of being the owner of the property, is entitled William W. Bentley Raymond Middleton, Executor of the Estate of Daisy Andison a/k/a Daisy Daisy E. to possession of premises located in the City of Plainfield, County of Union, and Federal Ins. Company, a Corporation Andison State of New Jersey, more particularly described as (Block 645, Lot 10) only Montgomery Ward & Co., Inc. Hospital & Doctors Service Bureau, a NJ Corporation , on the Tax Map of City of Plainfield, County of Union, and State of New Jersey. Mercer Urology Associates, P.A. Said claims are joined in one action pursuant to R.4:27-2. Dover General Hospital As to Schedule 64: St. Peters Medical Center II. Defendants have at all times since that date deprived the purchaser at sale of Shelilia Braxton First Fidelity Bank, National Association possession of said premises. Samuel E. Robinson GTL Investments, L.P. Yasuda Bank and Trust Company (U.S.A), As Trustee WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, purchaser at sale, or its assigns, demands Judgment: FUNB Collateral Trustee/MDSMFP City of Plainfield Housing Preservation Program First Union/M.D. Sass-II (2) (a) That the said defendants and all persons claiming by, through, or under Essex Co. Div. of Welfare them be directed to deliver up to the plaintiff the possession of the said Denise Thurmond As to Schedule 69: lands and premises, together with all deeds, papers, and writings in their Ronald F. Haselman Stanley Fay, Inc. custody and power relating to or concerning the said lands and premises Suburban Cablevision Nick Scodari and Sons, Inc. or any part thereof; Sidney Rubin Atlantic National Trust, Limited Liability Company, a Main Limited Liability (b) For damages for mesne profits; Mitchell Supreme Fuel Company Company (c) For costs. State of New Jersey State of New Jersey MICHAEL G. PELLEGRINO, ESQ. MICHAEL G. PELLEGRINO, ESQ. MICHAEL G. PELLEGRINO, ESQ. Attorney for Plaintiff Attorney for Plaintiff Attorney for Plaintiff CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. One Gatehall Drive One Gatehall Drive One Gatehall Drive Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $253.98 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $240.72 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $212.16 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. 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County to Hold Workshop Recent Home Sales For Non-Profit Organizations Week of January 6 and Lindsey Wunderle, 822 Fairacres COUNTY – Union County will Moore Stephens, P.C., a certified Kathi D. Enterprises, LLC to Robert Avenue, $470,000. offer a workshop entitled “Budgets public accounting and consulting and Alison Sackett, 1030 Wyandotte In Kyo Kim to Ilia and Edith Solovey, Without Fear”. The session will take firm with offices in Cranford and Trail, $1,575,000. 55 Unami Terrace, $525,000. Richard Kaplow to Mary Margaret Donald Fraser, Jr. to Scott Smith, 245 place on Wednesday, February 5, New York City, she has over 17 years Davis, 955 Minisink Way, $1,000,000. Myrtle Avenue, $250,000. from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Jewish of experience providing account- Maureen Chelius to Matthew Mosner Richard and Judith Ann Johnston to Community Center of Central New ing, auditing and consulting services and Nancy Richman, 157 Brightwood Joan Margo A/K/A Joan Margaritondo, Jersey, located on 1391 Martine Av- to nonprofit organizations. Avenue, $950,000. 717 Summit Avenue, $374,000. enue in Scotch Plains. The Union County Division of William and Wendy Troncone to Jo- Edith and John Keough to John and Directors, board members, staff and Cultural and Heritage Affairs will seph and Dawn Farella, 323 Prospect Janis Gwaldis, 46 Westbrook Road, volunteers of arts, cultural, history present the workshop. The event is Street, $717,225. $400,000. and service organizations will ex- funded by grants from the New Jer- John and Katherine Moore to Richard Needle Point Homes, LLC to Adam plore the practical principles of suc- sey State Council on the Arts, De- Long and Gloria Zailskas, 520 Cory and Lisa Waldman, 808 Columbus Av- Place, $575,000. enue, Rochester, NY, $510,000. cessful money management during partment of State, which is supported Jill Brody to Robert and Heather Charles and Loretta Holt to Joseph this workshop sponsored by the in part by the National Endowment Womelsdorf, 518 Parkview Avenue, and Diane Saunders, 234 Welch Way, Union County Board of Chosen Free- for the Arts and the New Jersey His- Karen Clarkson Mysel for The Westfield Leader and The Times $555,000. $412,500. holders. torical Commission, a division of MUSIC TO MY EARS…Dr. David Shapiro heads the Edison Intermediate Mark and Alice Scherer to Jeanne Robert and Leslie Beglin to Matthew After learning the difference be- Cultural Affairs in the Department School Band at a concert held on January 9. Ammermuller, 238 Hyslip Avenue, and Jennifer Daly, 248 Eton Place, tween an income based and a pro- of State. $432,000. $429,000. gram based budget, participants in Registration, along with a $15 fee, Todd and Stephanie Stirrup to Robert Joseph and Diane Galata to Shawn the workshop will study the board’s is required by Friday, January 31. Emergency Road Service Calls and Ruth Faris, 311 Hazel Avenue, and Tracy Hanna, 130 Tudor Oval, role in budgeting, when and why Each additional member of the same $445,000. $495,000. Jed and Cathy Schaefer to Brian and Eric Amkraut and Helen Hadef to others should be involved, the basic organization will be charged $5. Rise as Temperatures Drop Sandra Anderson, 716 Clarence Street, Daniel Carlin, 24 South Wickom Drive, budget types and how to plan for To receive a brochure or more in- $717,000. $385,000. capital campaigns and new events formation, please call (908) 558- AREA — Below freezing tem- actually conduct electricity and Jeanne Ammermuller to Kevin and Robert Villa, Trustee to Darla Dee and programs. The speaker will pro- 2550 or contact the Union County peratures are gripping the region in drain the battery’s charge as it sits in Andrea McGee, 548 Summit Avenue, Turlington and Alice Esposito, Trustees, vide sample worksheets. Division of Cultural and Heritage what meteorologists are calling an the garage. $369,900. Summit, $975,000. Kathleen M. Clayton will be the Affairs, 633 Pearl Street in Eliza- “Arctic Freeze.” The AAA New Jer- “An additional concern in these Joseph and Diane Saunders to Chris- Donald and Jane Holkestad to Diane workshop presenter. A principle with beth. sey Automobile Club reports that cold temperatures is what is known topher and Christine Kirby, 410 Tremont Garrity, 2 Moss Avenue, $380,000. the frigid temperatures are result- as ‘peephole driving’,” said Mr. Avenue, $499,900. Robert Murch to Billy and Karen Gordon Thomas and H. Emerson Tho- Perialis, 1537 Rahway Avenue, ing in increased calls for emergency Koonce. “That’s when motorists fail mas to 200 North Avenue Associates, $350,000. DMV Issues Nametags road service. AAA is urging motor- to completely remove ice and frost L.L.C., 200 North Avenue, East, Tena Turner and Mladen Kuftinec to ists to practice cold-weather safety from their vehicles and rely on a Princeton, $850,000. Michael and Lisa DeCicco, 110 Cam- when operating their vehicles. small peephole for viewing.” Robert Womelsdorf and Heather bridge Road, $420,000. To Agency Employees “Our call volume has risen sig- When removing ice, snow or frost Stender-Womelsdorf to Byron and Mika nificantly over the last 48 hours, from a vehicle, make sure all mirrors Freeland, 627 Hillcrest Avenue, PUBLIC NOTICE TRENTON — In an effort to be- the NJ Department of Transporta- and a great deal of these calls for and windows — front, rear and side $459,900. David and Nancy Jane Rhodes to Sam TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS come more customer-friendly, the tion. “By providing customer ser- help are for jumpstarts,” said Marty — are completely clear of frost. NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) vice training to our employees for Koonce, an ASE-certified, master AAA recommends motorists keep of the Township Council of the Township has issued nametags to the employ- the first time in over a decade, we mechanic and the club’s automo- a cold-weather emergency kit in of Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- ees of the 45 statewide DMV agen- are on our way to becoming more tive services manager. their vehicles that includes a mini- Single Jewish Friends bers in the Municipal Building of said Township on Tuesday, January 14, 2003, cies. responsive to customers’ needs.” “Car batteries are particularly sus- mum of the following items: wind- Plan ‘Meet and Eat’ there was introduced, read for the first The issuance of employee “Customer service training for ceptible to cold temperatures. The shield scraper, blanket, fresh water COUNTY — Circle of Single time, and passed on such first reading, the nametags coincides with the con- DMV employees will be ongoing chemical reaction inside the bat- and non-perishable food (i.e. following ordinance: Jewish Friends 49 +, which in- AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZ- clusion of the first phase of DMV- and continuous,” added DMV Ex- tery slows as temperatures drop, granola bars), small folding shovel, cludes residents from the Westfield mandated customer service train- ecutive Director Diane Legreide. ING THE MAYOR AND COUN- making it increasingly difficult to cat litter for traction on slick roads, area, will hold a Meet and Eat CIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ing. DMV’s customer service initia- To improve their customer ser- create enough voltage to start a cell phone with car charger, first aid event at noon on Sunday, January SCOTCH PLAINS TO AMEND tives also include opening agen- vice skills, employees are led vehicle,” explained Mr. Koonce. kit, auto club/roadside assistance TOWNSHIIP ORDINANCE 7-3.3 26, at Lou Cas Restaurant in (T.0. 7-3.3) SPECIFICALLY A cies on Saturdays, the creation of a through a series of exercises, in- Mr. Koonce recommends replac- card, fire extinguisher, fuses, jumper Edison. new phone center to reduce wait cluding role-playing, to help them PORTION AMENDING SCHED- ing one’s car battery after three to cables, tire gauge, properly inflated The restaurant is located at 9 ULE I TO RESTRICT PARKING times and expanded online DMV grade and improve their perfor- five years. In addition, it’s impor- spare tire, flashlight with fresh bat- Lincoln Highway (Route 27) and IN FRONT OF THE FANWOOD- services. mance. Employees are also taught a tant to keep the battery terminals teries and bulb, and gloves. SCOTCH PLAINS YMCA Parsonage Road. Admission is $2 Purpose: To facilitate a more efficient The implementation of these ini- series of steps to successfully deal clean and free of corrosion. “Start- The AAA New Jersey Automobile plus the price of a meal off the tiatives is dependent on the pas- with unhappy or frustrated custom- and safer use of the limited curb space in ing a vehicle with dirty battery ter- Club, through offices in Clark, menu. For information, please call front of the Fanwood-Scotch Plains sage of legislation to improve secu- ers. minals requires more voltage, put- Florham Park, Randolph, Spring- Roberta at (908) 668-8450 on or YMCA. rity and customer service at DMV. “The issuance of employee ting additional strain on an already field and Verona, provides automo- before Tuesday, January 21. A public hearing for same will be held on “Fix DMV” legislation is currently nametags may seem insignificant, cold and weakened battery. The re- tive, travel, insurance, financial and Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 8:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal pending before the state Senate. but it is an essential part in improv- sult is often battery failure.” educational services to residents of Building, or any time and place to which a “As we move forward in address- ing customer service,” Ms. Legreide To remove corrosion from a car Essex, Morris and Union Counties. PUBLIC NOTICE meeting for the further consideration of ing the frightening security said. battery’s terminals, use a small stiff such ordinance shall from time to time be breaches at our DMV agencies, we “Employees in the service in- brush and a solution of baking soda TOWN OF WESTFIELD adjourned, and all persons interested will This is to certify that the within Resolu- be given an opportunity to be heard con- must not lose sight of the years of dustry should wear nametags. and water, followed by a clean water See it all on the Web! tion is a true and exact copy of the cerning such ordinance. poor customer service that New Jer- Knowing someone’s name often rinse. When through, wipe the top Resolution adopted on January 7, 2003 by A copy of same may be obtained from sey drivers had to endure,” said Jack breaks down the barrier between of the battery dry. A moist film of www.goleader.com the Town Council of the Town of the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park Lettiere, Acting Commissioner of people.” grime between the terminals can Westfield. Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- Bernard A. Heeney tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Town Clerk Monday through Friday by any member of RESOLUTION the general public who wants a copy of SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Carmen Jimenez Finance Committee January 7, 2003 same without cost. CHANCERY DIVISION Beneficial New Jersey Inc. d/b/a Beneficial Mortgage Co. WHEREAS, a need exists for the Town BARBARA RIEPE UNION COUNTY Little Johns Auto Service of Westfield to retain the professional Township Clerk DOCKET NO. F-21917-01 Colonnade Apartments legal services of a consultant and nego- 1 T - 1/16/03, The Times Fee: $35.70 FILE NO. 7058-02 Brian J. Cassidy MD tiator in connection with collective bar- Morristown Memorial Hospital gaining between the Town and its em- CIVIL ACTION PUBLIC NOTICE Somerset Medical Center ployee representation organizations, and NOTICE OF IN REM FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN TITLES Monmouth Ocean Collection Service o/b/o P.A. Medemerge WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts TOWN OF WESTFIELD David Tam, MD Law (NJSA 40A:11-1 et seq) authorizes BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT CITY OF PLAINFIELD, a Municipal Corporation in the County of Union and Federal Investment Corp., Assignee the letting of contracts for professional Notice is hereby given that Westfield State of New Jersey, Plaintiff, Plainfield Bureau of Housing Inspection services without competitive bidding; Board of Adjustment adopted Resolutions vs. State of New Jersey WHEREAS, Certificate of the Chief Fi- at its January 13, 2003 meeting for the United States of America nancial Officer, certifying the availability following applications heard at its Decem- Schedule 18 of adequate funds for this contract, pre- ber 9, 2002 meeting: Block 131, Lot 15 As to Schedule 27: pared in accordance with NJAC 5:30- 1. Westfield Spine Center, Dr. Diorio, 1147-49 South 2nd Street Carl Greene a/k/a Carl Greens 1.10, has been furnished to the Town 235 Elmer Street seeking permission Assessed to: Joseph Parker, Jr. et als. John Walton Clerk. Expenditure of funds pursuant to to erect two signs, one on front of Connie Walton Schedule 27 this contract is to be charged to the Legal building and one on side of building- Nationscredit Financial Services Corp, a North Carolina corporation Block 146, Lot 8 Account. grant. Middlesex County Board of Social Services 1514 West 3rd Street NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED 2. Matthew and Laurie Garfinkel, 793 Sa-Vit Enterprises, Assignee of Menlo Park Medical Group, P.A. Assessed to: Carl Greens that: Lenape Trail seeking permission to Newark Insurance Company n/k/a The Robert Plan 1. Frederick T Danser III, Esq be en- erect a front porch and circular drive- Schedule 45 Menlo Park Medical Group, P.A. gaged to represent the Town of grant. Block 328, Lot 41 State of New Jersey Westfield in labor negotiations with 3. Jenelyn Cooling, 704 Highland Av- 842-44 East Front Street United States of America employee representation organiza- enue seeking permission to erect Assessed to: Bart Metz As to Schedule 45: tions or the year ending December circular driveway-denied. Schedule 56 Bart Metz 31, 2003 at an annual fee of $20,000. 4. Mark and Christine Taglieri, 1922 Block 550, Lot 35 Willie Bethea 2. This contract is awarded without Grandview Avenue seeking permis- 942-44 West 6th Street Shirley A. Bethea competitive bidding as a “Profes- sion to erect an addition-grant. Assessed to: David Wehner Dennis J. Angelo, married sional Service” under the provisions 5. Jonathan and Julia Walker, 169 Wilshire Funding Corporation, as Assignee c/o Wilshire Credit Corporation of the Local Public Contracts Law, Harrison Avenue seeking permis- Defendants Navelth Evans NJSA 40A: 11-5(1) (a) because the sion to erect two-story addition in the Take notice that an action, In Rem, has been commenced in the Superior Court of New Alvin Evans service is legal in nature. rear-grant. Jersey by the filing of a Complaint on November 28, 2001 to foreclose and forever bar American Bankers Insurance Company 3. A copy of this resolution shall be 6. Kevin and Kristi Lombardi, 520 Dorian any and all rights of redemption of the parcels of land described in the tax foreclosure published in The Westfield Leader Court seeking permission to erect a As to Schedule 56: list below, from plaintiff’s tax lien title. as public notice of the action in two-story addition-granted as David Wehner The action is brought against the land only, and no personal judgment may be entered accordance with NJSA 40A:11-5. amended with conditions. Frank J. Politano therein. 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $37.74 7. Eugence B. and Liliya S. Tabachnick, Antionette Politano, his wife Any person desiring to protect a right, title or interest in the described land or any parcel 906 Prospect Street seeking permis- James Clementi thereof, by redemption, or to contest plaintiff’s right to foreclose, must do so by paying sion to retain 6 foot fence in front Josephine Clementi, his wife PUBLIC NOTICE the amount required to redeem as set forth below, plus interest to the date of redemption, yard and + 8 foot fence in side yard- Cherbrooke Associates and such costs as the court may allow, prior to the entry of judgment therein, or by filing SHERIFF’S SALE deny. James Gantt and serving an answer to the complaint setting forth defendant’s defense within 45 days SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Colleen Mayer, Secretary GTL Investment Limited Partnership after the date of the publication of this notice. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Board of Adjustment Harrison Park Owners, Inc. In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem DOCKET NO. F-5023-98 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $31.62 Avco Financial Services or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his rights, title and DELTA FUNDING CORPORATION, Bayonne Boulevard Towers, Inc. interest and equity or redemption in and to the parcels of land described in the following PLAINTIFF vs. JOSE VALDIVIEZO AND Henry Cicerale PUBLIC NOTICE tax foreclosure list: LUCY VALDIVIEZO, HIS WIFE; RAUL Chemical Bank New Jersey, N.A. n/k/a Chase Manhattan Bank The following is a copy of the tax foreclosure list showing the lands against which IDROVO, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. SHERIFF’S SALE Grandway Investment Company this action is brought. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Citibank, N.A. DATED MARCH 10, 2000 FOR SALE OF CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST Fidelity New York, FSB MORTGAGED PREMISES. DOCKET NO. F-6770-01 PART ONE Crescent Park Owners, Inc. By virtue of the above-stated writ of WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, Date The Star Ledger execution to me directed I shall expose for PLAINTIFF vs. JANET TUDOR; ROBERT Schedule Tax Sale Date of Cert. Mortgage Climate Control Systems, Inc. sale by public vendue, at the Union County TUDOR; SOVREIGN BANK, DEFENDANT. No. Cert. No. Tax Sale Recorded Book & Page Want Ad Press Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, 18 990202 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 0025 Bell Atlantic bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey DATED OCTOBER 11, 2001 FOR SALE OF 27 980172 6/25/98 8/17/98 6817, 0265 First Fidelity Bank, National Association n/k/a Wachovia Bank, N.A. on WEDNESDAY THE 5TH DAY OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. 45 980364 6/25/98 8/17/98 6817, 0230 Plutus-Athena Realty FEBRUARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in By virtue of the above-stated writ of 56 980816 6/25/98 8/17/98 6817, 0222 State of New Jersey the afternoon of said day. All successful execution to me directed I shall expose for CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST SECOND COUNT bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- sale by public vendue, at the Union County PART TWO able in cash or certified check at the Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- 1. By virtue of the entry of judgment in the First Count, Plaintiff is entitled to Tax Lien Amount conclusion of the sales. bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey possession of premises located in the City of Plainfield, County of Union, and Tax Sale Name of Owner Amount Subsequent to The judgment amount is TWO-HUNDRED on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF State of New Jersey, more particularly described the premises in question for Cert. No. on Tax Dupl. of Sale to Sale Redeem SEVEN THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED NINTY JANUARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the this Count are known as (Block 131, Lot 15 ) only, on the Tax Map of City of 990202 Joseph Parker, Jr. et als $4,675.52 $16,819.43 $21,494.95 TWO & 84/100 ($207,192.84). afternoon of said day. All successful Plainfield, County of Union, and State of New Jersey. The defendants named 980172 Carl Greens $6,741.93 $16,745.96 $23,487.89 The property to be sold is located in the bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- herein have or may claim to have certain rights in the premises described in the 980364 Bart Metz $13,310.98 $40,566.12 $53,877.10 City of Elizabeth, County of Union and able in cash or certified check at the First Count of this Complaint and by reason thereof, have deprived the plaintiff 980816 David Wehner $4,780.70 $13,744.08 $18,524.78 State of New Jersey. conclusion of the sales. herein of the possession of the premises aforesaid. It is commonly known as 142 Orchard The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED LAST TRANSFERENCE OF RECORD SCHEDULE WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, or its assigns, demands Judgment against the defendant Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. SIXTY SIX THOUSAND FOUR-HUNDRED Schedule Transferee or Deed Date Deed United States of America: It is known and designated as Block 13, SEVEN & 20/100 ($166,407.20). No. Purchase of Title Dated Recorded Book & Page (a) For possession of said premises in favor of plaintiff or its assignee Lot 1064. Located in the City of Elizabeth, County 18 Joseph Parker, Jr., et als 1/26/90 2/5/90 3628,0090 or any purchaser at the foreclosure sale; The dimensions are 24 feet wide by 175 of UNION and State of New Jersey. Sarah Stepney 9/10/93 12/3/93 4036,237 (b) For damages for mesne profits; feet long. Property Address: 21 DEWITT ROAD, Lionel Williams 9/7/93 12/3/93 4036, 239 (c) For costs. Nearest cross street: Situate on the ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07208 Beverly Jones 9/14/93 12/3/93 4036, 241 southerly line of Orchard Street, 390.32 Tax Lot No. 271.A W11; Block No. 11 THIRD COUNT Charles Green 9/8/93 12/3/93 4036, 243 feet from the easterly line of Chilton Street. Dimensions: 85.53 feet by 20.15 feet by 27 Carl Greene 9/16/88 9/19/88 3568, 0855 I. The purchaser at sale, by virtue of being the owner of the property, is entitled Prior lien(s): Subject to unpaid taxes 67.49 feet by 55.00 feet by 151.50 feet by 45 Bart Metz 2/17/89 3/7/89 3589, 0690 to possession of premises located in the City of Plainfield, County of Union, and and municipal liens. Amount due will be 85.00 feet. 56 David Wehner 3/27/81 4/2/81 3251, 963 State of New Jersey, more particularly described as (Block 131, Lot 15 ) only announced at the Sheriff’s Sale or is Nearest Cross Street: NORTH BROAD , on the Tax Map of City Plainfield, County of Union, and State of New Jersey. available upon written request to plaintiff’s STREET2 And take further notice that the following own or are reputed to own an interest in, Said claims are joined in one action pursuant to R.4:27-2. attorneys. There is due approximately the sum of or have a lien or encumbrance upon the lands and premises which are the subject matter There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED NINTY EIGHT THOUSAND of this action, as follows: II. Defendants have at all times since that date deprived the purchaser at sale of TWO-HUNDRED EIGHTY THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED FORTY SEVEN & 18/100 possession of said premises. As to Schedule 18: FORTY TWO & 42/100 ($280,042.42) to- ($198,547.18) together with lawful inter- Joseph D. Parker, Jr. WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, purchaser at sale, or its assigns, demands Judgment: gether with lawful interest and costs. est and costs. Sarah Stepney (a) That the said defendants and all persons claiming by, through, or There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in Lionel Williams under them be directed to deliver up to the plaintiff the possession the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Beverly Jones of the said lands and premises, together with all deeds, papers, and The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Charles Green writings in their custody and power relating to or concerning the said this sale. this sale. Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation lands and premises or any part thereof; RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH GTL Investments, L.P. (b) For damages for mesne profits; SHERIFF SHERIFF RICP Associates, L.P. (c) For costs. STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, SPEAR AND HOFFMAN, P.A. PNC NJ Credit Corporation NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LL LAW OFFICES MICHAEL G. PELLEGRINO, ESQ. Burlington County Welfare n/k/a Burlington County Board of Social Services Suite 300 Suite 210 Attorney for Plaintiff Lawrence Greene 293 Eisenhower Parkway 1020 North Kings Highway CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. Ernestine Greene Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 One Gatehall Drive Anthony Chirico CH-755180 - (WL) CH-756330 - (WL) Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Union County Board of Social Services 4 T - 1/9, 1/16, 1/23 4 T - 12/26/02, 1/2/03, 1/9/03 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $323.34 & 1/30/03 Fee: $201.96 & 1/16/03 Fee: $187.68 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, January 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG C OMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

APARTMENT FOR SALE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Westfield - 1 bedroom co-op apart- Saladworks Scotch Plains Recreation Events ment. In lovely complex with large Scotch Plains Recreation Events CLASSIFIEDS Become a Franchisee with Teen Ski Getaway: February 21 Saturday April 12. The round trip garage and other amenities. Ask- the fastest growing quick to 23 in Killington, VT. Package fee is $18 per person. ing $135,000. FOR SALE BY OWNER HELP WANTED casual concept in the Res- Call (908) 232-8665 includes: transportation and accom- Girls Winter Softball Clinics: 619 Raymond St., Westfield. MERCHANDISERS taurant Industry! modations, three meals, one day lift Hitting and Pitching will be taught $695,000. Completely renovated. Part Time 70% Restaurant growth in 2002! ticket, skiing and snowboarding on Mondays. The cost will be $20 APARTMENT FOR RENT 4BRs, 2.5 Baths. Custom kitchen Advantage/Pezrow has excellent Visit our newest stores in available. There are also more ac- per session. Please contact the Rec- Scotch Plains - 1 BR Apt., 2nd & baths. All hardwood flooring and opportunities for Merchandisers at East Windsor Shopping Center, tivities for those who don’t like to reation Dept for more details. Fl., Priv. Home, nice area, near Central Air. Quick Closing!! supermarket customers. Success- East Windsor, NJ ski. A deposit is required. Softball League: Registration for trans. $975.00 includes utils. and Call (201) 925-3106 for appt. ful candidates must possess a Hickory Square Mall, Manners Matters: We will be run- the softball league will begin on cable. Available 2/15. valid driver’s license, reliable trans- Chatham, NJ ning a “Manners Matter” program January 27 for 3rd through 8th Call (908) 322-2736 FOR RENT portation. Travel required. Look for our new store coming for ages 7 to 12 which teaches, eti- grades. If you register between Janu- Short Term. Furnished 3 bdr., 1 1/2 We offer competitive hourly wages, soon to Mt. Holly and Holmdel, NJ quette, telephone skills, conversa- ary 27 and February 18, the cost will FOR RENT tional skills, speaking with confi- be $40 per person. If you register bath house in Scotch Plains, off of mileage allowance, tolls and pos- Prime Leases available in many No. Ave. 5 min. drive to train. Non- sible eligibility for our 401(k) plan. dence, party manners and much more. between Febuary 19 and 28, the WESTFIELD areas including East Brunswick, To be held on Saturday, March 1. cost will be $50 per person. OVERSIZED 2 CAR GARAGE smkr, Drug-free, Responsible. No For immediate consideration, Hillsborough, Watchung, pets. $1800 util. Incl’d. Avail. Immed. please call: 1-800-922-1003. EOE Babysitting Course: Will also be Intro to Scrapbooking for IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY, Livingston and more! implemented once again due to the Adults: Held on Saturday, January SAFE, SECURE LOCATION, 1-2 people (908) 889-6066 Advantage/Pezrow For more information contact overwhelming response from the fall. 18 at Scotch Hills from 9 a.m. to 11 IDEAL FOR STORAGE HELP WANTED To be held on Saturday, March 8. a.m. The fee is $15 for residents and $295.00/M ROOMMATE WANTED Sandee Devine at 1-800-278- 8447 or 610-825-3080 “Girls on the Run” - This pro- $20 for non-residents. Call Lori (973) 397-3541 Share 3 bdr., 1 1/2 bath house in VOLUNTEERS NEEDED gram promotes good choices for a Westfield Volunteer Rescue [email protected] Scrapbooking Workshop: The Scotch Plains, off No. Ave. 5 min. www.saladworks.com lifetime, self-respect and healthy five session course will be held from FOR SALE drive to train. Non-smkr, Drug-free, Squad seeks persons willing to living as well as exercise. The pro- January 27 to March 3 on Mondays train as Emergency Medical Locations: Moorestown Mall, Thomas The Train table, board, Responsible. Ref. Req’d. 9 months gram is open to girls in third to fifth from 9 a.m. to11 a.m. at the Scotch all to yourself. $1600 util. Incl’d. Technicians. No prior exp. needed. Moorestown, NJ • 130 Broad Street, grades, which at the beginning of Hills Country Club. There will be tracks, and more! NEW. $300. Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req., min. 4 hrs/ Red Bank, NJ • Echelon Mall, (908) 405-9671 Avail. Immed. (908) 889-6066 April for 10 weeks, meeting twice a no class on February 17. The cost is wk. We offer 24 hr. coverage. Voorhees, NJ • 950 N. Route 73, week at a Township park after $35 per person. Wkday 9am - 1 pm or 1-5pm slots Marlton, NJ • 241 S. Route 73, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE school. Register at the Recreation Musical Evening Out: On Friday are perfect for parents of school Marlton, NJ • Monmouth Mall, Department after January 13. March 21, at the Scotch Hills Coun- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY children. Childcare reimburse- Eatontown, NJ • Route 38 & Disney On Ice: Scheduled for try Club, adults will enjoy live CHANCERY DIVISION ment available! Larchmont Blvd., Mt. Laurel, NJ • UNION COUNTY Saturday, January 25, at the Conti- music, dancing, karaoke, refresh- DOCKET NO. F-20922-01 Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. 404 E. Route 70, Cherry Hill, NJ • nental Airlines Arena. The show ments and friends. The gathering FILE NO. 7061-02 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. Route 33 & Paxson Avenue, will begin at 11 a.m. The fee is $35 will begin at 8 p.m. Please register CIVIL ACTION Call the Recruiting Team at Hamilton Square, NJ per person, it includes ticket and by March 7 at the Recreation De- NOTICE OF IN REM FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN TITLES (908) 233-2500 for details transportation. partment. The fee is $22 per person. BABYSITTER Ringling Bros & Barnum Bailey The event is open to individuals CITY OF PLAINFIELD, a Municipal Corporation in the County of Union and HELP WANTED State of New Jersey, Plaintiff, 2-3 days/wk, 2-3 hrs/day, Fanwood, Circus: Scheduled for Saturday, over 18. vs. Sec’y support needed for Berkeley perfect for high school student. March 22 at Madison Square Gar- For more information on any of Heights, Union County, law firm. den for an 11 a.m. show. the events featured above, please Schedule 8 Call (908) 322-8283 Block 113, Lot 14 Salary based on exp. Knowledge of Vanity Fair Shopping: Day trip contact the Recreation Department 214 Spooner Avenue word perfect 9 a plus. Flex hrs. avail. OFFICE SPACE to the Outlets in Reading, Pa. on at (908) 322-6700, ext. 221. Assessed to: Catherine Saunders Fax resume & salary req’ts to MOUNTAINSIDE -- 700 and 900 Schedule 12 (908) 508-0606 Block 116, Lot 29 square feet. Excellent Parking; 223-25 Lee Place HELP WANTED reasonable. Assessed to: Donald R. Hill Call Warren Hanscom at Summer Jobs!!: Spend an active (908) 789-8961 Schedule 13 summer outdoors as a day camp Block 120, Lot 3 208-10 Lee Place counselor! No nights or weekends PIANO LESSONS Assessed to: Paul Bishop (except training). Group counselors, lifeguards, instructors for crafts, ka- TEACHING SINCE 1970 Resource Center to Present Schedule 16 (908) 889-4095 Block 126, Lot8 rate, drama, canoeing, sports. Must 1008 West 3rd Street be High School grad. Teachers wel- HOUSECLEANING Assessed to: Craig Gillhaus come. Interviewing now. ‘Habits of Happy Women’ Defendants (908) 647-0664 or Lady with excellent ref. and expe- SUMMIT — The Women’s Re- Happy Women” on two consecu- Take notice that an action, In Rem, has been commenced in the Superior Court of New [email protected] or rience looking to clean houses and Jersey by the filing of a Complaint on November 8, 2001 to foreclose and forever bar apply online at offices. source Center, located at 31 Wood- tive Tuesdays, January 21 and 28, any and all rights of redemption of the parcels of land described in the tax foreclosure www.campriverbend.bunk1.com Please Call (201) 955-0801 or land Avenue in Summit, present a from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the center. list below, from plaintiff’s tax lien title. (201) 927-1130 talk on “Nine Habits of Extremely Lisa DeMuro, a Certified Empow- The action is brought against the land only, and no personal judgment may be entered erment Life Coach, will lead the therein. TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT Any person desiring to protect a right, title or interest in the described land or any parcel Westfield, Northside. Quiet, attractive HOUSECLEANING sessions. thereof, by redemption, or to contest plaintiff’s right to foreclose, must do so by paying JCC Seeks Applicants The fee is $35 for members and the amount required to redeem as set forth below, plus interest to the date of redemption, 2 BR townhouse. Walk to town and Honest Portugese lady can clean your home or office. Cleaning For Israel Scholarships $50 for non-members. Space is lim- and such costs as the court may allow, prior to the entry of judgment therein, or by filing NYC transp. CAC, W/D, DW. $1500/ ited to 25 people, so interested in- and serving an answer to the complaint setting forth defendant’s defense within 45 days mo.+util. No pets. Avail. 3/1/03. Pls. experience.Call Mrs. Wolfe at SCOTCH PLAINS – The Jewish dividuals are asked to call the cen- after the date of the publication of this notice. reply to PO Box 117, Fanwood, NJ (973) 376-1809 or Ione Soalheiro Community Center (JCC) of Central In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem ter as soon as possible at (908) 273- 07023 or [email protected] at (908) 351-1878. or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his rights, title and New Jersey’s Teen Department is ac- 7253 to register. For information interest and equity or redemption in and to the parcels of land described in the following cepting applications from area teen- FOR SALE CLEANING LADY about this or similar programs, tax foreclosure list: agers who would like to be consid- please call the center or visit The following is a copy of the tax foreclosure list showing the lands against which Bellini glider for nursery, natural ered for a financial scholarship to this action is brought. Excellent references, drives own www.womensource.org. wood w/cream fabric, like new $250. car, available Wednesdays and help offset the costs of an approved CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST Country breakfront, antique white summer program in Israel. PART ONE every other Tuesday. Date w/shelves & glass doors $300 Call (908) 769-7028 home or All applicants must be JCC mem- Hiking Club Plans Schedule Tax Sale Date of Cert. Mortgage Call (908) 233-8769 lv. msg. (908) 379-2255 work bers as of Saturday, February 1. Schol- No. Cert. No. Tax Sale Recorded Book & Page arship forms and all related paper- Reservation Excursion 8 990087 3/31/99 6/14/99 7255, 0349 OFFICE MANAGER work must be returned by Monday, 12 990125 3/31/99 6/14/99 7256, 11 PUBLIC NOTICE COUNTY — The Union County 13 990079 6/25/98 8/17/98 6817, 0290 March 31, for review. Hiking Club will sponsor a hike on TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Small Mfg. Co. in Union County; 16 980106 6/25/98 8/17/98 6817, 0288 To receive an application by mail Sunday, January 19, at the South INVITATION TO BID Bookkeeping, Computer Exp. CITY OF PLAINFIELD TAX FORECLOSURE LIST Req’d; Strong Cust. Service Skills or for further information, please call Mountain Reservation in West Or- PART TWO Invitations are extended to qualified Bid- Lisa David, Director of Teen Ser- ange. Tax Lien Amount ders to bid for the following Project: Fax Resume w/Salary Rqmts (973) 442-1596 vices, at (908) 889-8800, extension Participants will meet at 10 a.m. Tax Sale Name of Owner Amount Subsequent to ROADWORK ASSISTANCE no. 253. Cert. No. on Tax Dupl. of Sale to Sale Redeem Bids will be accepted only by mail or in at the Turtleback Rock parking area 990087 Catherine Saunders $1,631.61 $6,571.97 $8,203.58 person to the Office of the Township Applications may also be picked in West Orange. The lot is located 990125 Donald R. Hill $14,035.24 $12,553.18 $26,588.42 Clerk, Scotch Plains Municipal Building, PUBLIC NOTICE up at the Teen/Camp Office of the on Walker Road near the corner of 990079 Paul Bishop $781.39 $3,108.95 $3,890.34 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New JCC’s Wilf Jewish Community Cam- Northfield Avenue, near the Essex 980106 Craig Gillhaus $2,911.13 $17,549.12 $20,460.30 Jersey 07076 (attn: Barbara Riepe, Town- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS pus, located at 1391 Martine Avenue ship Clerk) until February 11, 2003 at PLANNING BOARD House Restaurant and the Turtle LAST TRANSFERENCE OF RECORD SCHEDULE in Scotch Plains. 10:00 a.m. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at the Back Zoo. Group leader Louise Schedule Transferee or Deed Date Deed The Township of Scotch Plains (here- Planning Board Meeting of the Township White may be reached at (973) 746- No. Purchase of Title Dated Recorded Book & Page inafter “Township”) shall not be respon- of Scotch Plains will hold a public hearing PUBLIC NOTICE 4319. 8 Catherine D. Saunders 6/28/61 8/30/61 2550, 603 sible for any bid mailed which is lost in on MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 2003, at 8:00 TOWN OF WESTFIELD 12 Donald R. Hill 10/12/88 10/18/88 3572, 239 transit or delivered late by the Postal This activity will comprise a brisk p.m. in Council Chambers, 430 Park Av- PLANNING BOARD 13 Paul Bishop 11/24/95 12/6/95 4323, 70 Service. At the above time, the bids will be hike of four-plus miles on the or- enue, to hear the Minor Subdivision appli- The Westfield Planning Board will meet 16 Craig Gillhaus 11/09/92 1/28/93 3923, 323 publicly opened and read aloud. All bids cation for the Township of Scotch Plains on February 3, 2003, in Council Chambers ange trail (with some rough spots) must be presented in sealed envelopes, And take further notice that the following own or are reputed to own an interest in, for 1451 Raritan Road, Block 14802, Lot 1, in the Westfield Municipal Building, 425 in this wooded area. Individuals which are clearly marked “Bids for Road- or have a lien or encumbrance upon the lands and premises which are the subject matter R-1 Zone, which proposes to subdivide East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey work Assistance”, 430 Park Avenue, will also have a chance to see the of this action, as follows: the existing home and approximately one at 8:00 p.m. to hear and consider the Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076”. No bid “Turtle Rock.” acre off the parcel. The following vari- following applications: As to Schedule 8: will be received after the time and date ances are requested with this application: 02-20(V)125 ELM STREET, LLC., 125 ELM For a complimentary, six-month Catherine Saunders specified. STREET, BLOCK 2505, LOT schedule of Hiking Club events, T. R. Loizeaux Fuel Co. After receipt of bids, no bid may be 23-3.4A-Para A, Col 7-Front Setback 13.01. APPLICANT SEEKING BNY as nominee for Governmental Finance Co., Limited Partnership withdrawn within (60) days after the date Required: 60 feet please call (908) 527-4900. PRELIMINARY AND FINAL SITE FUNB c/o D. H. and Assoc. n/k/a Wachovia Bank, N.A. of the bid opening except if provided for Existing 20.66 feet PLACE APPROVAL. APPLI- State of New Jersey herein. The bid of any bidder who con- All interested persons may be present CANT PROPOSES TO DEMO A United States of America sents to an extension may be held for and be heard. The file pertaining to this GARAGE BUILDING AND A POR- consideration for longer period of time as PUBLIC NOTICE As to Schedule 12: application is in the office of the Planning TION OF THE EXISTING PRINCI- may be agreed upon between bidder and Donald R. Hill Board and is available for public inspec- PAL BUILDING AND TO CON- SHERIFF’S SALE the Township. Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation a/k/a Freddie Mack tion during regular office hours. STRUCT 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, All bids must be on the bid forms pro- FUNB c/o D. H. and Assoc. n/k/a Wachovia Bank, N.A. Barbara Horev ADDITIONS OVER EXISTING CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, vided by the Township of Scotch Plains in Essex County Division of Welfare n/k/a Essex County Board of Social Services Secretary to the Planning Board BUILDING AND OVER PRO- DOCKET NO. F-6884-02 the bid package. Specifications and bid Corestates Bank of Delaware, N.A. n/k/a Wachovia Bank, NA 1 T – 1/16/03, The Times Fee: $23.46 POSED PARKING SPACES. THE EQUICREDIT CORPORATION OF forms may be obtained at the Office of the LA-TIF Leasing Co., Inc. a FL Corporation 2ND AND 3RD FLOORS WILL BE AMERICA, PLAINTIFF vs. CHARLES Director of Public Property, 2445 Plainfield Henry Schlichte APARTMENTS, (11 APART- BROOKS; STATE OF NEW JERSEY; Avenue, Scotch Plains, between the hours PUBLIC NOTICE State of New Jersey MENTS ON EACH OF THE 2ND FLORINE INGRAM; TENANT; ET AL, DE- of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm, Monday through United States of America SHERIFF’S SALE AND 3RD FLOORS FOR A TO- FENDANT. Friday. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, TAL OF 22 APARTMENTS). CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, As to Schedule 13: Bid proposals and all required docu- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, PLANS INCLUDE ADDITIONAL DATED OCTOBER 16, 2002 FOR SALE OF Paul Bishop ments must be completed and submitted DOCKET NO. F-2636-02 DRIVEWAY ACCESS AND VARI- MORTGAGED PREMISES. Gwendolyn J. Bishop by the date as set forth above. All docu- EQUITY ONE, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. OUS SITE IMPROVEMENTS. Ap- By virtue of the above-stated writ of Supermarkets General Corporation, Inc. t/a Pathmark ments in the enclosed bid package must ELEANOR M. ALSTON; BENEDICIAL NEW plicant seeks variances from execution to me directed I shall expose for State of New Jersey accompany the bid proposal. JERSEY, INC., DBA BENEFICIAL MORT- the following: sale by public vendue, at the Union County The Township reserves the right to As to Schedule 16: GAGE CO, DEFENDANT. Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- reject any or all bids, and to waive imma- List of New C.40:55D-70c Vari- Craig Gillhaus CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey terial informalities, or to accept any bid ances Requested: United Jersey Bank/ Central N.A./Spectrum Mortgage Company n/k/a Fleet Bank DATED SEPTEMBER 26, 2002 FOR SALE on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF which, in the opinion of the Township of United Jersey Bank, N.A. f/k/a United Jersey Bank/Central, N.A. n/k/a Fleet Bank OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Section 11.25E3a of the Land JANUARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the Scotch Plains, will be in the best interest By virtue of the above-stated writ of Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- afternoon of said day. All successful SECOND COUNT of the Township all in accordance with execution to me directed I shall expose for quires minimum rear yard set bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- the New Jersey Local Public Contracts 1. By virtue of the entry of judgment in the First Count, Plaintiff is entitled to sale by public vendue, at the Union County back of 35 feet. Proposed is 17 able in cash or certified check at the Law N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq. In the possession of premises located in the City of Plainfield, County of Union, and Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Eliza- feet. conclusion of the sales. event of any equal or tie bids, the Town- State of New Jersey, more particularly described the premises in question for bethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey The judgment amount is SIXTY SIX ship shall award the bid to the bidder, Section 11.25G1 of the Land this Count are known as (Block 113, Lot 14 ) and (Block 116, Lot 29), on the on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OF THOUSAND EIGHT-HUNDRED EIGHTY which in the Township’s sole discretion, Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- Tax Map of City of Plainfield, County of Union, and State of New Jersey. The JANUARY A.D., 2003 at two o’clock in the THREE & 25/100 ($66,883.25). best serves, the interest of the Town- quires maximum allowable 2/3 defendants named herein have or may claim to have certain rights in the afternoon of said day. All successful The property to be sold is located in the ship. (66% - 9.880 square feet). Pro- premises described in the First Count of this Complaint and by reason thereof, bidders must have 20% of their bid avail- CITY OF ELIZABETH, County of Union and The Township also reserves the right posed is 4.5% - 19.716 square have deprived the plaintiff herein of the possession of the premises aforesaid. able in cash or certified check at the State of New Jersey. to reject any and all bids if sufficient feet. conclusion of the sales. It is commonly known as 307 MAGNO- WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, or its assigns, demands Judgment against the defendant funds are not available and or appropri- The judgment amount is SEVENTY Section 11.25G2 of the Land LIA AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY. United States of America: ated. THOUSAND FIFTY TWO & 75/100 Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- It is known and designated as Block 3, The selected Bidder, will, within seven (a) For possession of said premises in favor of plaintiff or its assignee or ($70,052.75). quires minimum dwelling unit size Lot 765. days (7) of award of the bid, enter into an any purchaser at the foreclosure sale; STREET NO.: 23 High Street, Elizabeth, 600 square feet. Proposed is The dimensions are approximately 25 appropriate contract with the Township. (b) For damages for mesne profits; New Jersey 420 square feet. feet wide by 100.00 feet long (irregular). All bidders must comply with P.L. 1975, (c) For costs. TAX LOT AND BLOCK NOS.: Lot 689; Nearest cross street: Situate on the Chapter 127 entitled “An Act Relating to Section 17.02B5 of the Land Block 9 easterly line of Magnolia Avenue (for- THIRD COUNT Affirmative Action in Relation to discrimi- Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- THE DIMENSIONS: 100 feet by 25 feet merly Wall Street) 75.00 feet from the nation in connections with Certain Public quires parking per zone 82. Pro- I. The purchaser at sale, by virtue of being the owner of the property, is entitled by 100 feet by 25 feet northerly line of Third Street. Contracts and supplementing the “Law posed is 13. to possession of premises located in the City of Plainfield, County of Union, and NO. OF FEET TO THE NEAREST CROSS Prior lien(s): SUBJECT TO UNPAID Against Discrimination” approved April State of New Jersey, more particularly described as (Block 113, Lot 14 ) and STREET: 130 feet northeasterly mea- Section 17.02C of the Land Use TAXES AND OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS. 16, 1945 (P.L. 1945, Chapter 169)” (Block 116, Lot 29) , on the Tax Map of City of Plainfield, County of Union, and sured along the aforesaid northwesterly Ordinance. Ordinance requires THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE AS OF 10/23/ N.J.A.C. 17:27, as amended from time to State of New Jersey. Said claims are joined in one action pursuant to R.4:27- line of High Street from its intersection parking per use 38. Proposed is 02 FOR UNPAID TAXES/WATER/SEWER time, and the Americans With Disability 2. with the northeasterly line of Second 13. IS IN THE AGGREGATE SUM OF $6,382.59. Act. Avenue (formerly Woodruff Street) There is due approximately the sum of II. Defendants have at all times since that date deprived the purchaser at sale of All bidders must be registered with the Section 17.05 of the Land Use There is due approximately the sum of SEVENTY ONE THOUSAND THREE-HUN- possession of said premises. New Jersey Department of Labor to en- Ordinance. Ordinance requires NINTY THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED DRED FOURTEEN & 17/100 ($71,314.17) gage in public work as defined in the access aisle angle width 18 WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, purchaser at sale, or its assigns, demands Judgment: TWENTY EIGHT & 43/100 ($90,628.43) together with lawful interest and costs. requirements listed un N.J.S.A. 34:11- feet. Proposed is 11.5 feet - 14 together with lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in (a) That the said defendants and all persons claiming by, through, or under 5661 through 56.55, as well as N.J.A.C. feet. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. them be directed to deliver up to the plaintiff the possession of the said 12:62-1.1. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Variances, waivers or excep- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn lands and premises, together with all deeds, papers, and writings in their Where applicable, prevailing wage rate The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn tions from certain site plan de- this sale. custody and power relating to or concerning the said lands and premises shall be paid to al workers on the job as this sale. tails or relief from requirements RALPH FROEHLICH or any part thereof; per N.J.A.C. 34:11-56, 25 et seq. RALPH FROEHLICH may be sought as appropriate. SHERIFF (b) For damages for mesne profits; BY ORDER OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SHERIFF Plans and application are on file in the STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, (c) For costs. SCOTCH PLAINS OF THE COUNTY OF EISENBERG, GOLD & CETTEI Office of the Town Engineer, 959 North NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LL UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY. MICHAEL G. PELLEGRINO, ESQ. COUNSELORS AT LAW Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey and may Suite 300 WALTER F. DINIZO Attorney for Plaintiff 9 Tanner Street - West Entry be seen Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. 293 Eisenhower Parkway DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTY CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. Haddonfield, New Jersey 08033 to 4:30 p.m. Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 One Gatehall Drive BARBARA RIEPE CH-757043 - (WL) Kenneth B. Marsh CH-757049 - (WL) Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 TOWNSHIP CLERK 4 T - 12/26/02, 1/2/03, 1/9/03 Secretary 4 T - 12/26/02, 1/2/03, 1/9/03 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $245.82 1 T - 1/16/03, The Times Fee: $70.89 & 1/16/03 Fee: $181.56 1 T - 1/16/03, The Leader Fee: $62.73 & 1/16/03 Fee: $214.20 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, January 16, 2003 Page 21 Fiction Writing Workshop If It’s Tangible, Natural and Real, With SP Author on Tap Block Will Nurture It Through Art SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch can short story or novel who needs By MARYLOU MORANO Plains author Richard Karlen will the right encouragement and to learn Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times said of work in the NJCVA exhibit.” offer a course in “Fiction Writing, a few of the tools of the craft to make The artist is a graduate of the SUMMIT — “A Gentle Passion,” DuCret School of Arts in Plainfield Short Story, Novel and Memoir” at his/her dream become a reality,” said a display of the work of Springfield the South Plainfield Adult School, Mr. Karlen. and is a member of the faculty at artist, Kat Block was recently exhib- NJCVA, where she teaches basic art beginning on Tuesday, January 28, at “Every manuscript submitted by a ited at the Members Gallery of the 7 p.m. student will receive a written cri- techniques to children aged six to 12 Interviews, Private New Jersey Center for Visual Arts years. There will be five sessions, offered tique,” he noted. “The most impor- (NJCVA) in Summit. Block graduated from Kean Col- at the cost of $60. tant elements of writing good fic- An artist in many media, Block’s lege and has also exhibited at the Movie Screenings “This course is designed for the tion, such as plot development, char- “A Gentle Passion” is a mixture of Paper Mille Playhouse, Arts Council would-be writer of the great Ameri- acterization, narrative and dialogue many of her artistic endeavors, in- of Essex County, National Arts Club, Set at Symposium will be emphasized.” cluding watercolors, colored pen- Swain Galleries and Eugenie Gal- MOUNTAINSIDE – The Mr. Karlen is the author of four cils, graphite pencils and torn paper lery. She has also served as Art Di- Filmmaker’s Symposium, which has novels. His most recent work, “Mur- collage. Flowers are a major theme rector at Bruriah High School for hosted 868 movie premieres over the der at the Sexi,” is based upon the of “A Gentle Passion.” Girls. past 12 years, will be presented on year he and his family lived on the “I like to work with flowers,” said Block was the Art Director of 2001 Mondays at Loews in Mountainside. Costa del Sol in Spain. His next Ms. Block, adding that she always Breast Cancer Calendar for Cancer Participants will have the opportu- book, “Sonata Facile and the Kitchen works from live specimens. Research. She was also the illustra- nity to view major motion pictures Sink,” a collection of short stories, The art in the beginning of the ex- tor of “Little Mouse,” a children’s before any other moviegoers and will will be published in March. hibit, Block’s work was soft and natu- Kat Block book published by Iris Press. ral. The viewer was greeted with “Whis- be able to meet with the films’ creators. Mr. Karlen spent the first 18 years Collage is a favored medium of The Members’ Gallery will The first session will begin on pers,” a flower drawn in graphite pen- Block’s. She works with both torn next host Anne Ross’s “Land- of his life in Newark, where he at- cil and “Being Transparent” another February 17, while the second ses- tended Weequahic High School. He paper and ripped paper collage meth- scapes and Dreamscapes,” which sion will start on March 31. bloom in soft pastel colored pencils. received his Bachelor of Arts Degree ods. will run through Tuesday, Febru- The series is open to the public, As one progressed through the ex- “I am sharing all of this because it ary 11. For more information but seating is limited. Early enroll- from the University of Chicago and a hibit, Block’s colors became more DDS Degree from New York Univer- is real. And I am a realist. And it is about NJCVA, please call (908) ment is advised. Subscriptions are intense and her design more abstract. natural, and I am a naturalist,” Block 273-9121. $131 for six weeks or $249 for 12 sity. The last pieces in the exhibit, “Stand- weeks, plus a $20 registration fee. Currently residing in Scotch ing Iris” and “Mini Jungle” are bril- Confirmed films and those under Plains with his wife, two children liantly and vibrantly colored works, County Will Continue to Bring consideration for the spring session Richard Karlen and two grandchildren, Mr. Karlen as is her collage, “Tropicana with include: Confidence with Dustin has been a resident of the township Pieces,” a confection of energetic Hoffman, Edward Burns and Andy since 1975. oranges and magentas. Art Skills to Family Caregivers Garcia and Down With Love, including Meet WF Symphony POPCORN™ COUNTY – The Union County In addition to caring for a family Renee Zellweger and Ewan McGregor. Board of Chosen Freeholders has re- member, the caregiver may also work a Oscar winners and nominees such ported the renewal of its program to fulltime job outside of the home. As as Alan Arkin, Gil Bellows and Friends Over Cocktails WESTFIELD — The Friends About Schmidt: A bring the arts to the homes of full-time long as care recipients are over 60 and Wendy Wasserstein have all been family caregivers of care recipients over live in Union County, they are eligible. guest speakers at the Symposium. of the Westfield Symphony Or- 60 years of age. While focused on the caregiver, the pro- For more information, please call chestra (WSO) will host a recep- Concerned Comedy The free program will provide artists gram will aid everyone in the family. (800) 531-9416. tion on Saturday, February 1, for to come to the caregiver’s home in a The Division of Cultural and Heri- prospective members. One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent series of visits, bringing art personal- tage Affairs is coordinating the pro- Individuals interested in learn- By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER Johnny Torrance (The Shining-1980) or ized to suit their individual needs and gram, which is made possible by grants ing more about the Friends’ and 4 popcorns Melvin Udall (As Good As It Gets-1997). interests. from the Union County Division on its 2003 season of activities are Some examples of visits include: Aging and the New Jersey State Coun- What’s the use? You kill yourself to get But no grumbles here. After all, in how invited to attend the reception, many films was Bogie just being Bogie? stress relieving movement techniques, cil on the Arts. into a good college. Then you proceed to writers to help document family stories For more information about arts in which will be held from 5:30 to work your whole life for some company Even Burt Lancaster, among the first of 7:30 p.m. at a member’s home in our modern era method actors, enjoyed or teach journal keeping, live musical the home, please call the Union County that never really appreciated you. Oh, performances, to share with friends or Division of Cultural and Heritage Af- Westfield. they always said they did, especially the extra boost that movie stardom could give a character. each other, professional portraits done fairs, 633 Pearl Street in Elizabeth, “We are very proud of the when they were getting you cheap. from life or favorite old photos, art 07202 at (908) 558-2550. New Jersey Westfield Symphony, our many But deep down, you’ve never really Nevertheless, while here acknowl- edged to share such rarefied air, in the projects for caregivers and care recipi- Relay Users, dial 711 or e-mail gifted professional musicians and believed them. Gosh, there certainly ents to do together. [email protected]. wasn’t any problem replacing you with same breath it should be noted that Get Outta our critically acclaimed conduc- Nicholson, just like Bogart and Lancaster, tor, Maestro David Wroe,” said some numskull when you finally called it a career. Oh, and that disingenuous blather can put the pedal to the metal and ham- The House Renee Trabert, President of mer home his character like nobody’s Allegra Makes Mo-Beard Proud Friends. they spread at your retirement By CAROL F. DAVIS party...puleeeze! business. Thus to our sheer delight and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “We encourage individuals in- So you ask yourself, what do you have dramatic satisfaction, for two hours and putting his writing CommonBond will perform at the terested in becoming part of an to show for your toils? And if you’re the five minutes we have no doubt that he is and graphic design Springfield Emanuel United Meth- organization that works to en- title character in Alexander Payne’s bril- anyone other than Warren Schmidt. Ap- proaching the winter of his life, suddenly skills to use in the odist Church on Saturday, January courage greater awareness of this liantly bittersweet About Schmidt, you arena of education. 18, at 7:30 p.m. as part of the “Coffee answer: A paid off house, a wife that rules recognizing his alienation and loneli- New Jersey musical treasure to ness, he is a man in pursuit of a purpose. “I looked in With Conscience Concerts Series.” find out more about the Sym- the roost and a kid who’s about to marry Totowa, Patterson and Your $12 admission will benefit sev- some jerk. Of course daughter Jeannie is none too phony Friends on February 1,” thrilled by Dad’s quest, especially as it other towns,” he said. eral non-profits in the area, and in- she said. Yep. Such is the material and spiritual “Then, I got the call cludes refreshments. This folksy/pop inventory surveyed by Omaha’s Warren affects her. Shortly after his arrival, he The WSO, now celebrating its takes her aside and point-blank beseeches: from Mo-Beard. It’s female musical duo has five CDs Schmidt, until just recently an assistant a private school, so, 20th season, has been recognized VP at the Woodmen Insurance Com- “Don’t marry this guy. You’re making a under their belt, and their sounds terrible mistake.” And with that she gives of course, I thought have been compared to the Indigo as one of New Jersey’s leading pany. Played with stunning dramatic ef- orchestras and serves as the Resi- ficacy by good old Jack Nicholson, the him what for by inquiring, “All of a of all of the stereo- Girls. Check out sudden you care what I do with my life?” types.” Concerned www.coffeewithconscience.com for dent Orchestra of Union County. feature-length question Warren entreats The Friends of the Westfield us to ruminate with him is, so what now? Talk about facial expressions saying that it might live up to more information. volumes. It’s bad enough his future is in Symphony support the orchestra In signing on to be the protagonist’s those stereotypes, * * * * * friend (Heaven knows he needs one), it is question; now it appears that his past was Allegra was relieved One of Allegra’s stellar snapshots from the cupola and its music education and out- all a chimera of unimportant accom- from the spring/summer 2002 edition of The Crimson If you feel like journeying into reach programs through thus a fine anguish that we agree to share after “he met the plishments. Oh, what to do, what to do? folks” at the school. the Big Apple for Americana Week, fundraising activities held with the fictional everyman. the second annual American An- A particularly exquisite example of the The screenplay employs a very funny He found his niche. School, to be able to pick up a copy tiques Show will be held at the throughout the year, including proverbial slice-of-life genre, director literary mechanism by which Warren can Now, when Allegra edits stories years down the road and find an Metropolitan Pavilion from today, the popular Annual Tour of No- Payne’s splendidly fashioned, seriocomic both vent and stage whisper his tale of woe. and analyzes layout possibilities for article of interest. Thursday, January 16, through the table Homes to be held on Satur- picture, based on the novel by Louis Begley, Yet while down, Warren is not out. Earlier in the saga, visiting a site of The Crimson, he uses vital criteria. His sights ever pointed forward, Sunday, January 19. Although the day, May 3. knows of what it speaks. Hence, just like “If it bores me, it doesn’t get in. I Allegra has become impressed with show is not overwhelming in scope Other scheduled events, ac- in real life, you will laugh and you will cry, historical consequence, he takes a mo- ment to praise the pioneers for their sub- delete a lot of education-speak and college magazines such as Carnegie — there are 45 dealers, there are cording to Ms. Trabert, include a and in no particular order at that. Some- focus on the readability of the sto- Mellon Magazine, and The Univer- conflicting reports about the deal- times you’ll even manage both emotions stance, their perseverance. The admira- progressive dinner in March and tion is a clue to his character. ries,” he said. In fact, Allegra has been sity of Toronto Magazine. ers. Some say that there is a little a 20th Anniversary Gala and at the very same time. known to have faculty members re- “I wouldn’t be opposed to for- something for everyone here, and Be prepared for some well-placed sur- Sure, he can be a cad and all sorts of Auction to be held on Saturday, other negative things. But self-centered submit their written contributions to warding my career at the college others state that the items are the April 5, at Shackamaxon Coun- prises and a whimsical cast of wonder- meet word count requirements and magazine level, but I’m thrilled to be best of the American antiques from fully weird oddballs as 67-year-old War- and foible-laden as he may be, this is the 17th through the 20th centuries. try Club. ren Schmidt, in search of redemption, nonetheless a mensch. OK, not a mensch better readability standards. at Morristown-Beard School,” said I guess you won’t know unless you Individuals interested in at- takes to the road in his 35-foot land yacht in the sense of an Albert Schweitzer or Allegra said that he would like Allegra, before tossing his decaf cof- go. The Pavilion is located in tending the Reception on Febru- (a Winnebago Adventurer). His immedi- Eleanor Roosevelt. But in the everyday readers, even those who have never fee drink, “It’s a hoot and a half, and Chelsea, at 125 West 18th Street, ary 1 should call the Friends ate mission? To stop daughter Jeannie scheme of things, he embodies a resilient even heard of Morristown-Beard you can quote me on that.” and the phone number for admis- Membership Director at (908) (Hope Davis) from marrying waterbed spirit that is at once noble yet not at all uncommon in the most ordinary people. sion costs and show times is (212) 232-0770 for more information. salesman and general all-around loser, 463-0071. Randall Hertzel (Dermot Mulroney). Thus in celebrating the very human- ness that this entirely imperfect but nev- WCP’s The World Goes Around Unfortunately, the decision doesn’t CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 * * * * * come before a tragedy befalls Warren, ertheless likable soul represents, there’s the slight suspicion that About Schmidt is make the characters come alive. The while seemingly glued to the preset The House of Plenty, 1029 the details of which will not be divulged shy, diffident character portrayed by blocks stationed on either side of the Stuyvesant Avenue in Union offers a Pen & Ink here. The sad event gives our already really about us. * * * * * Selig pours his heart out to Derfler, who stage, really could have been cut. showcase for performing artists on CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 confused retiree even more cause to ques- really does want to marry him. They A deadpan delivery with emotion Tuesday nights. Get there before 9 tion his existence. About Schmidt, rated R, is a New Line * * * * * Cinema release directed by Alexander ended up doing a sweet dance segment that can only been seen in the first four p.m. and it’s free, otherwise pay a But what better place to ponder one’s Payne and stars Jack Nicholson, Kathy that swings from waltz to jazz to tap and rows is fine for TV and screen close- modest $5 cover. Munch on some “Go out an get smashed. It’s raison d’etre than the American high- good for your health.” Recent way? N’est pas, Voltaire? And so the Bates and Hope Davis. Running time: soft shoe back to Fred and Ginger. ups, but rarely works in live theater. traditional soul food while listening 125 minutes. Selig, the ensemble’s dance captain, Eighteen songs are packed into the to the talent of a local poet or come- health reports are proclaiming odyssey ensues as Warren heads west to Colorado, presumably to attend, and not glides her through the number. first act, with 14 in the second. That’s dian. The multi-cultural-themed en- that taking wine and beer regu- Both of them know instinctively more music at one sitting than most tertainment is just the ticket for prevent, his daughter’s wedding. larly at dinnertime or on a daily Suffice it to note, he is in for a series of what good performing is all about: people want. For the poor man behind today’s diverse audience. On the 21st, giving a look, delivering a feeling, or me in the theater who confessed he award-winning poet Jamaal St. John basis will keep your heart a– life’s lessons, both on the road and once Gibb CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 using a vocal nuance that still can be didn’t know beforehand that it was a is the main attraction. Showtime is thumpin.’ That must be why one he reaches his destination. Director Payne has an ingenious knack the 53-year-old musician received for heard in the last row. musical revue, it was quite a shock. 8:30 p.m. The telephone number for of my relatives who had a juice for infusing with engaging quirkiness the intestinal and stomach pain at the facility. It’s tough not to mention other spe- For the rest of us who love to watch more information is (908) 810-1303. glass of red wine with dinner buffet of impediments, stumbling blocks, For most of his life, Maurice re- cial moments in the show: “Mr. Cello- a performer take the challenge of * * * * * every night died of liver cancer and epiphanies that Warren encounters. mained low key in his South Florida phane,” “Me and My Baby” (with a bringing the magic of live interpreta- Jim West’s Dinosaurs will be at way before his number was up Kathy Bates as Roberta Hertzel, his residence, which he shared with his bring-the-house down ukulele finish), a tion to the stage, it was heaven. the Union County Arts Center in and one of my college chums daughter’s mother-in-law to be, is not the second wife, Yvonne Gibb. They had super rendition of “New York, New The Westfield Community Play- Rahway on Sunday, January 19, at 3 least of these rather imposing objects. two children. Maurice was once mar- York,” and “Maybe This Time,” sung ers’ show will continue on Friday was warned by a doctor to stop Thoroughly delightful as the free- p.m. Grown-ups will be able to enjoy ried to British singer, Lulu. by velvet-voiced Tracey Lynne Haskell. and Saturday, January 24 and 25. drinking or die of liver cancer. wheeling spirit, Bates might be in line for The musician, who had a fondness The Act One closing number from the musical score provided by the one of the forthcoming acting awards. classics: Mozart, Beethoven, Mahler, Considering my college days, for all kind of hats, openly wore an The Rink gets them all lacing up roller “unique, magical & entertaining! But with no further delay, this column is …for film buffs of all ages.” –star ledger Stravinsky, Prokofiev. Children will my heart must be in grand health. Alcoholics Anonymous badge and fear- skates even for this relatively small stage. herewith nominating her for 2002’s Interesting lighting by Bob Murray and CHUCK ROSE’S be taken in by the grand puppets and * * * * * Chutzpah Award. You’ll see why. lessly orated about substance abuse, as the super-fun learning adventures It isn’t just the hot tub scene that he was plagued with a penchant for good execution of clever staging com- Congratulations to Vicki’s alcohol and cocaine before the 90s. bine to send the audience out for their with Fossil, the little blue dinosaur Diner in Westfield for recently throws the intrepid pensioner for a loop. host. Tickets are $10 for the hour- Assuring her future in-law that their It’s difficult to envision a Bee Gees cup of java with a smile on their lips. long performance. And, yes, you going smoke-free. While I will children’s union is a match made in concert without Maurice, almost like Jeff Prescott, musical director and most definitely should be accompa- enjoy not having to inhale sec- Heaven, she begins to detail how the TLC without Lisa “Left Eye” Lopez or pianist for the three-piece ensemble, nied by at least one K-2 child. ond-hand smoke, it will also torrid sex life they enjoy will guarantee The Beatles with only Ringo and Paul. has a handle on the show and gets the their marital success. Citing examples We have memorabilia, memories and most from his vocal and instrumen- * * * * * yield my temptation to borrow a from her own failed relationships, she melodies from Maurice, however, tal performers. The slower musical Treat yourselves to a wonderful, cigarette. Jolly Trolley…it’s then chummily confides that she wasn’t which are sure to keep his contribu- moments of the show, however, usu- dance, Cannes, magical evening. The Windham Hill your turn now. quite so lucky. She also discusses her tions to music alive. ally with performers singing ballads, Experience The Best Of Sun out A Press Pass Winter Solstice Tour, featuring four * * * * * hysterectomy. Toronto & Telluride W ith “AMELIE” DIRECTOR JEAN-PIERRE JEUNET & CHUCK ROSE Windham Hill artists: Liz Story, I echo the thanks of Tom This is clearly more information than New Jersey Jenna Mammina, Darol Anger and Warren is accustomed to imbibing. The REGISTER NOW MEET & Philip Aaberg, is coming to the Com- Madaras to the Westfield chapter fact that it’s being received from a perfect School of THE STARS munity Theatre of Morristown on of the Knights of Columbus for stranger makes it doubly tough to take for Friday, January 17, at 8 p.m. The putting up and taking down the the rather proper gent. And it makes for Ballet DIRECTORS Theatre is located at 1000 South great fun. The uncomfortably hilarious & WRITERS & PRODUCERS crèche this year. Ballet • Jazz • Tap Street. 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Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest-1975), 1-800-531-9416 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 22 Thursday, January 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Take the Stage Allegra of S. Plains Keeps Mo-Beard With Susan M. Dougherty Proud With Award for The Crimson By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN some of the punctuation and letters The World Goes Round Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times were not available in the font he SCOTCH PLAINS – Infinite en- needed, Allegra built his own. ergy has a habit of sparking from one Lang’s face came alive, Allegra At WCP Spins Delights of Scotch Plains’ newest residents, reported, when she read her story Michael Allegra, when he discusses with her fingers, in The Crimson. By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY Grass is Always Greener,” from Woman his position as Communications Di- The remarkable editions of the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of the Year, reminds us that we all think rector at Morristown-Beard School. magazine such as the issue recount- WESTFIELD — “Welcome to the someone else has it better. The devil- The 32-year-old, who moved into ing Lang’s story, make it easy to Artist of magic of live theatre” appears on the ishly gleeful “Money, Money” from the township six months ago, is fairly understand why Allegra has impressed first page of the playbill for the the movie version of Cabaret shows a fearless when it comes to making the Council for the Advancement and Westfield Community Players’ (WCP) diabolical side of people obsessed with changes, going against the grain or Support of Education (CASE). the Week current show. And although the Kander the green stuff. The Village of the restructuring the writ- In February, at the and Ebb revue, The World Goes ‘Round, Damned gleam in the eyes of the en- ing of a tenured annual CASE confer- Maurice Ernest Gibb is not a traditional musical production semble is uniquely illuminated by lights teacher to improve it ence in New York City, with a plot, it is alive with all the magic in their black top hats while they sing for the private school’s Allegra will be pre- (1949 - 2003) one expects of musical comedy. this rapidly spinning tune. award-winning sented with the Silver alumni magazine, The Award for Excellence By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN Originally produced for Off- For audience members who are Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Broadway in March of 1991, the not familiar with the classic song Crimson. in Independent School When the Develop- The Crimson’s spring/summer 2002 On the heels of Saturday Night intention of the team of Scott Ellis, “Sara Lee,” Bobby Selig, a local Magazines. In 2002, edition, “The Starman.” Susan Stroman and David Thomp- Broadway talent in voice, acting and ment Director asked the periodical earned Fever and learning how to do “The son was, according to Thompson’s dancing, lures them in with the sug- Allegra about his im- the Gold Award in the warming,” a play written by the pro- Hustle” as a toddler, it seemed natu- notes, “to balance the old standards ary lovesick lyrics. He croons undy- pressions of the peri- same category. lific Allegra, will come to the New ral that my mania for The Bee Gees like Cabaret, and Maybe This Time, ing love to a woman, who is, as later odical, the no-holds- CASE judges were Jersey Repertory Company, which would lead me to the back aisle of with songs from the early days of revealed, the originator of those fro- barred Allegra re- impressed by Allegra’s calls his production, “a comedy about Woolworths, where stacks of Bee their collaboration with things like zen food delights of cheesecake fame. sponded, “I don’t like work in The Crimson’s a couple whose lives are controlled Gees lunchboxes could be found. Sara Lee.” This is a production that Another of the songs that delivers it.” Pleased with his Michael Allegra spring/summer 2002 by their possessions.” I had to purchase the one picturing celebrates the collaboration of a sucker punch is performed by a honesty and drive, the edition, “Starman,” Before gracing the pages of The the whole group. Barry Gibb was the Kander’s music and Ebb’s lyrics. prissy, uptight type of middle-aged director hired Allegra on the spot. which profiled science guru and Crimson, Allegra became frustrated heartthrob and “I was sent an old copy of the former NASA worker Paul Fisher, as watching graphic design majors Robin Gibb had magazine,” he told The Westfield well as the fall/winter 2003 edition, breaking sweats over where a line his own brand of Leader and The Times of Scotch “Following Leaders,” which detailed should be positioned in an ad or sex appeal. But Plains-Fanwood. “I thought, ‘I could the school’s first annual Leadership publication. He was living with his Maurice Gibb, really do something with this, if they Symposium. folks and realized, “I’ve got to re- Robin’s twin, want something done.’” Only three winners are selected think my life.” had laughing For the first six months, Allegra from countless entries submitted by Allegra turned to journalism and eyes with a composed and posted press releases twinge of hon- independent schools in New Jersey, contributed articles to publications Maurice Gibb before rebuilding The Crimson. New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, like Weird N.J. before covering the esty in them. He “There was no baulking when I did Delaware, West Virginia, Washing- communities of Ringwood, West seemed to be the glue to the trio that silly things,” he beamed. ton, D.C., Ontario, Puerto Rico and Milford and Wanaque for North Jer- gained superstardom through the Pushing the envelope has never the Virgin Islands. In 2001, Allegra sey Newspapers. disco era and suffered with stereo- been on Allegra’s “Will Not Do” also won an Idea Exchange Award. While watching how those com- types after it was deemed passé and list. When the construction work- Allegra, who has served as The munities would try to get school tacky. ers were installing the school’s new Crimson’s Editor and Art Director budgets passed, Allegra realized, Maurice’s sudden passing early cupola, he took up their challenge since 1999, graduated from Ramapo “These public schools lived or died last Sunday morning at Mount Sinai to get the bird’s eye view instead of High School and majored in graphic by the budget. They needed good Medical Center in Miami might have staying grounded for the design at Carnegie Mellon Univer- budget PR (public relations).” The come as a surprise to diehard Bee magazine’s best snapshots. sity in Pittsburgh. Married in July, he son and husband of teachers, Allegra Gees fans, but his family is shell- Wearing a black shirt in 90-degree previously resided in Wyckoff. realized he too had an interest in shocked, questioning the treatment weather, Allegra snapped a winning On Monday, March 10, “House- Continued on Page 21 Continued on Page 21 shot, which contributed to his cap- ture of literary gold for the fall 2001/ winter 2002 edition of The Crimson. In another special edition, Allegra Vocal Groups Lend Their Harmonies spotlighted the work of seventh and Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times eighth graders in the school’s Aware- ALAS! THIS TROUBLING WORLD!…Robin Joyce, left, and another cast ness Program as they “peered into member lament the condition of the world in which there “ain’t no ‘Class’” in The the life of the blind.” At Concert Aiding Fanwood Resident World Goes Round at the Westfield Community Players. With the aid of Jane Lang, a gradu- By MARYLOU MORANO childhood cancer. Fund, a not-for-profit organization Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times With an accomplished, talented cast character who tells how her family ate of Seeing Eye, Inc. in Matthews is the son of Bill that provides financial support for of six that is up to the task of singing likes her much better lately and it’s Morristown, students engaged in WESTFIELD — Approximately Matthews, Chorale Director at the comprehensive medical care of well over two hours with a 15-minute all because she has a rendezvous activities that taught them about life 200 people braved cold temperatures Westfield High School and Music children with cancer and other blood intermission, the WCP audience holds with “Arthur in the Afternoon” (The without the benefit of eyesight. For and chilly winds on Saturday to at- Minister at the First Baptist Church disorders. on to their seats while they are taken Act) Talk about your breath control! example, wearing blindfolds, the tend a “Starting at the Beginning: in Westfield. The SATB Chorus started off the on a musical magic carpet ride. The young talent of Melissa students tried to complete daily tasks Healing Through Harmony” Con- The younger Matthews has leuke- concert with Wilhusky’s arrangement A tight spotlight illuminates the Brooke Derfler, making her WCP such as sorting socks. cert at Temple Emanu-El in Westfield mia and is progressing through a of “Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Lang’s story as a volunteer teaching first singer’s face. The darkened stage debut, sings the devil out of that for the benefit of the Valerie Fund. three-year regiment of treatment. The concert offered an uplifting mix- gives no support for the torch song. song, and struts her stuff up and disabilities awareness to Morristown- The Healing Through Harmony Beard pupils came alive with Allegra’s The Westfield Chorale wanted to ture of song and musical accompani- Concert was the result of the Westfield present a special concert, and the ment by several local artists. words and graphic design abilities. Chorale’s desire to help a Fanwood Allegra used the center of the issue to Matthews family recommended do- The a cappella chorus, Shere Khan teenager, Tim Matthews, and his fam- nating the proceeds to the Valerie from Princeton University sang tell part of her story in Braille. When ily, face the challenges posed by Pen & Ink: Are SUV Owners Pumping Up the Coffers of Terrorists? By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Very few SUV owners, who often barge through the winding streets in Westfield, will be trading in their high-sitting SUVs for Honda Civics after they have viewed new TV ads that charge that they are funding terrorism when they pay at the pump. But, columnist Arianna Huffington, who has served as the benefactor and promoter of the TV spots, traded in her Lincoln Navigator for a Toyota Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times Prius when she fell under the assumption that A SKATE TO THE FINISH…During the last number before intermission, “The the gas-guzzlers “undermine national security.” Rink,” cast members have a ball on their roller skates. This sounds more like a scheme stirred up tree-hugging It’s all up to the performer to bring down the stage without taking an liberals who are still brooding over the ozone layer and aren’t satisfied with that song to life. Although Robin extra breath or a missing a syllable. the U.S. government’s response to environmental concerns. Joyce could be up to the challenge, Her bad boy partner Carlos “What kind of mileage does your SUV get?” questions a voice in the she didn’t do it fully on January 11. Monteagudo in his hot leather outfit ad. “Oil money supports some terrible things.” Marylou Morano for The Westfield Leader and The Times By the night’s end, however, she shows versatility by handling the THEY’RE A PAIR...Colleen Donovan, left, who is a member of the SATB redeemed herself twice over, and biker character as well as four or five No one can make a honest, valid argument for persuading SUV owners to Benefit Committee, is pictured with Tom Vella, who performed his own reconsider their vehicle purchases because their gas dollars will go directly compositions, “Disclaimer” and “No Idea” at the benefit concert for the Valerie the audience sees that her talent had other personas throughout the night. Fund. just not been realized in that open- And he’s a decent singer to boot. into the dirty palms of lowlifes like Osama bin Laden. Should SUV owners ing number. Her true gift lies as a Heather Darrow and Robin Joyce now accept the onus for the 9/11 terrorist attacks? Let’s not be ridiculous. Sheryl Crow’s “Everyday is a Wind- “They make beautiful harmony comedic, character actress as ex- as two boozed up dames in a bar who Explaining that it is not their policy to air “controversial” advertisements, ing Road” and U2’s “Beautiful Day.” musically, but they also produce har- hibited in “Ring Them Bells” and grouse about people not having class “Many people have donated their mony in our community,” Reverend “How Lucky Can You Get.” anymore drew laughs with their ver- networks like WABC-TV in New York and Los Angeles, as well as WDIV musical talents to this endeavor,” Turlington continued. The revue is a compilation of songs sion of “Class” from Chicago. Since in car-making Detroit, WCBS-TV in L.A. have pulled the ads. Was it a said the Reverend Darla “Dee Dee” “We are considering putting the that are a commentary on life. “Cof- the two inebriates are decked out in smart decision on their part or just another obstacle to freedom of speech? Turlington, Pastor of the First Bap- SATB Concert on the drawing board fee in a Cardboard Cup” laments the mismatched outfits, the juxtaposi- In general, I believe that any company or individual with advertising tist Church in Westfield, a co-spon- as an annual event,” stated Travis fact that much of our frenetic, fren- tion of the lyrics and their reality is dollars should be received by a network with an open mind instead of sor of the concert. Redd, one of the SATB Committee zied world is based on the caffeine- ironically right on the money. “They have learned from Bill Members. laced juice in a “to go” container. It’s Speaking of money, for mine, the a closed-door policy. For example, in our own newspaper, we have accepted full-page advertisements espousing one view or another Matthews’ example how to use their The Valerie Fund, named after an entertaining number by the en- best sequence of the night is pre- musical talents for the benefit of Valerie Goldstein, will use money semble with antics reminiscent of sented by Selig in “Marry Me” from regarding the infamous parking deck issue. Whether or not ABC agrees raised by the concert to help greater slapstick vaudeville. others,” she added. The Rink, Derfler’s “A Quiet Thing” with the views of Huffington and friends means that they should waive Westfield area families who are bat- Director/choreographer Karen from Flora, the Red Menace, fol- their opinions if they are getting the support of their advertising dollars. tling childhood cancer. Goldstein, a Babcock outdoes herself in recreat- lowed by their duet in “When It All Local Celebrity ing Susan Stroman’s original chore- Comes True.” With regard to the ads themselves, I believe that laying the guilt Warren resident, died in 1976 of ography in this number. Consummate performers, they associated with 9/11 and our relationship with Saudi Arabia on the News bone cancer at the age of nine. In another comment on life, “The Continued on Page 21 shoulders of SUV owners is irresponsible. It’s a sad stretch – linking the The Valerie Fund treats thousands atrocities of terrorism to people who need more gas in their cars than of children with cancer and blood Local Residents Win disorders each year at eight sites Jeannette Maraffi Molly Barber the average sedan owner. Should we also require airlines gassing up Young Pianist Contest throughout New Jersey and New York, Specializing in voice Specializing in acting their craft to cease using the fuel because it “funds terrorism.” Does the according to Dyane McMahon, Ex- AREA – Residents from same hold true for owners of limos and the big rigs that bring us produce ecutive Director. Westfield, Scotch Plains and Caring and Classes held for and other necessities every day? encouraging students 7 Berkeley Heights are among the classes AMERICAN through 18 Just because I don’t morally agree with some of the organizations that winners of the 2002 Young Pia- with pharmaceutical giant Merck & Co., Inc. supports, doesn’t stop me from nist Competition of New Jersey, Coming Next Week: an PERFORMANCE being a shareholder. according to Executive Direc- emphasis Monday tor Lana Ivanov. • The artwork of Muriel on developing STUDIOS and Thursday The agendas of environmentalists and activists like Huffington are Rogers, former Scotch Plains proper technique afternoons Westfielder Dorothy Chou and Part of RFO, LTD. more likely prioritized with the demands for hybrid cars and cleaner air, Scotch Plains resident Faye Xu resident, will be highlighted while the bottom of their totem poles probably lists the aforementioned were awarded in the One-Piano by Marylou Morano. Winter / Spring session to begin January 20, 2003 propaganda about SUV owners. Ensemble Division. Dorothy and • Filmmaker and Westfield Space available in performance classes Faye are pupils of Sondra native Pete Ventrella will tell The second TV ad, showing SUV owners patting them- Michelle Le Poidevin about Call for information selves on the back for sending troops to the Middle East, Tammam of Westfield. Andrew Ghosh of Berkeley his latest projects, one of 908-654-3899 or 908-233-2910 the destruction of nightclubs and other terrorist acts is Heights captured the Silver Prize which includes the superband, THE PURPOSE OF THE AMERICAN PERFORMANCE STUDIOS IS TO equally foul. What’s next? Blaming the Pope for the in the Two-Piano Ensemble Di- “Splooge.” BUILD SELF CONFIDENCE, CONTROL, DISCIPLINE, AWARENESS, AND greenhouse effect? vision. Andrew is a student of • In Pen & Ink: “How do SELF ESTEEM THROUGH THE PERFORMING ARTS. you play party politics?” Continued on Page 21 Ms. Ivanov. 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