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(908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, October 16, 2003 Published Every Thursday Since 1890 OUR 114th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 06-114 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] FIFTY CENTS Westfield Town Council Moves Forward With Edwards & Kelcey for Traffic Study

By LAUREN S. PASS Edwards & Kelcey is part of the of service. best firm to use, adding that his firm Specially Written for The Westfield Leader parking deck developer Nassau HKT According to Mike Dipple of has walked away from 15 to 20 After much discussion in their pre- team. Edwards & Kelcey, the firm has done projects in the past. conference meeting and on the dais Tuesday evening’s meeting began work with Nassau HKT before, but The council decided that they during the public portion of the meet- with a discussion by representatives stated that they “will not risk (their) would approve Edwards & Kelcey, ing, the Westfield Town Council from Edwards & Kelcey, as well as reputation.” He said that study would as well as another firm to review passed a resolution to award the traf- representatives from the developer be a “true study with true numbers.” their work. fic study related to the parking deck HKT Nassau. Fourth Ward Democrat Council- During the public portion of the redevelopment projects to Edwards The representatives explained that woman Susan Jacobson questioned meeting Chris Carson, Jim Marvin & Kelcey in an 8-1 vote. counts and observations will be done how much of the study is interpreta- and Bill Palatucci of the Westfield First Ward Republican Council- for the study, and those numbers will tive. Recreation Commission spoke in man Sal Caruana was the only vote then published numbers will be used Tom Feffa of Edwards & Kelcey favor of a proposed lighted turf field against the resolution. to calculate in the proposed retail, explained that the process is a science. at the conservation center. At last week’s conference session residential and parking spaces. The Greg Troast of Nassau HKT said Mr. Marvin stated that soon the the council discussed whether or not intersections will then be graded for that if the project does not work it is commission might have to start sus- Jeff Siegel for The Westfield Leader to hire another firm to perform the level of service. The firm will then better for the developer to walk away. pending programs or limit registra- PONY RIDES…Chris Whitmore took his son, Alex, for a ride on the ponies at the South Avenue festival on Sunday. traffic study due to the fact that devise solutions to improve the level He said that Edwards & Kelcey is the CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Railroad Reactivation Slowly Begins While Freeholder Scutari Faces Harsh Criticism By MATT MARINO being cleaned, the in Linden and Roselle continues, with Specially Written for The Westfield Leader cleaning was strictly for railroad ties being replaced between For the past few months, the meet- “What was the Democratic party of maintenance purposes East and West Baltimore Avenues in ings of the Union County Board of Union County thinking about when they and that no railroad re- Linden, and Chestnut Street and St. Chosen Freeholders have focused recommended you to fill this seat? You activation would occur. Georges Avenue in Roselle. largely on the impending Morristown knowingly lied to the residents of Union At the October 9 Mr. Devanney reported that begin- & Erie (M&E) railroad reactivation, County when you sent that infamous letter meeting, opponents of ning this week, bridge decks over and the October 9 meeting was no out stating that the railroad wasn’t coming the railroad pointed out Linden and Elizabeth Avenues in different, as several members of the through our town. And they reward you by the inaccuracies con- Linden would be replaced. coalition to “Stop The Train” and offering you a promotion?” tained in the letter, and Regarding the automobile dealer- other regular meeting attendees re- brought to light an- ship on Route 22 that will be im- turned to voice their displeasure. - Joanne Dillon, Co-President of the other revelation re- pacted by the reactivation, Mr. Most of the comments, however, “Stop The Train” coalition garding the letter it- Devanney said that M&E has devel- were directed toward Freeholder self. oped a preliminary plan to accom- Nicholas Scutari and a letter. However, before the modate the dealership. Freeholder Scutari, who was re- to several communities last October discussion turned to the letter, County M&E has also requested meetings Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Manager George Devanney gave his with municipalities, and follow-up in- BANDSTAND…The Whistlestop Jackson band entertains the public during the cently selected to replace former State regarding railroad reactivation. Westfield Art Show and Sidewalk Sale last Saturday. The band members from Senator Joseph Suliga as the Demo- In that letter, Freeholder Scutari regular briefing as to the status of the quiries have been conducted. He added Westfield High School are, from the left: Henry Koehler on guitar, David crat candidate for the 22nd District in stated, among other things that, al- railroad reactivation. Among impor- that letters were sent to all citizens Reinhardt at keyboard, Nick Malaspina on drums and Scott Fishberg on guitar. the upcoming elections, sent a letter though the affected railroad tracks were tant dates and meetings, he noted requesting individual meetings from that on September 26, M&E and the the Kenilworth hearing, and more fol- county met with the state Depart- low-ups are being scheduled. ment of Transportation (DOT) in Mr. Devanney added that the pre- Due to Early Close of Meeting, Prospect Street Trenton for a progress review. liminary draft budget for the railroad Further, on September 30, the state has been completed and will be re- Diagnostic Team met with M&E and viewed with the state DOT. officials in Cranford to discuss the Dr. Daniel Nozza, who is a Senate Subdivision Testimony Deferred to November South Avenue grade crossing and candidate for the 20th District, again improvements. raised several concerns about the rail- By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL testimony needed from an environ- location was increased so that both about “usual” or “reasonable” rear Specially Written for The Westfield Leader mental expert regarding buffer zones. lots could meet the 50-foot buffer yard setbacks. He noted that, accord- According to Mr. Devanney, Pine road reactivation. He noted that the The October monthly meeting of Edward Kuc of Eastern States En- zone requirement. ing to Westfield Town Codes, 35 feet Street in Roselle was closed on Octo- contract with M&E was signed in April the Westfield Planning Board, which vironmental Associates testified last He concluded that, in his opinion, is required. Twentysix feet exists for ber 8 for reconstruction of the railroad of 2002, yet the letter from Freeholder featured an appeal made by Bruce Thursday evening on behalf of the the applicant’s engineer, Andrew the current structure, and a 20-foot crossing. Other related closings in Scutari was sent in October of 2002. and Edna Ashforth to subdivide prop- Ashforths’ application. He stated that Birtok, submitted a plan that met set back is proposed for the second Roselle have or will take place within “The Scutari letter went out in erty at 1249 Prospect Street from an according to the Wetland Letter of DEP requirements. property. the coming days. In addition, the re- October, a full five months after the existing single lot into two, single- Interpretation submitted to the De- Town Planning Consultant Blais CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 building of the Staten Island Railroad CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 family building lots, had to end early, partment of Environmental Protec- Brancheau of Robert Catlin and As- forcing the appeal to be carried over tion (DEP) in May of this year, the sociates stated that under Town Or- to the November meeting because of buffer area will comply with the dinance 10.04H, which is an ordi- Freeholder Candidate Forum the late night filming of NBC’s com- restrictions set forth by the DEP. nance regarding the “suitability of edy/drama, “Ed,” in the municipal Mr. Kuc noted that the two pro- lots,” he questioned the “suitable lot. posed properties would have sepa- room not only for a building, but for A decision regarding that appeal rate drainage issues. He also stated a yard.” Brings Vital Issues to Forefront had been carried over from the July that there would be a Declaration of He asked Mr. Kuc if municipal meeting due to the late hour and a Deed Restriction noting that one codes preclude any DEP decisions By MATT MARINO from the League and the audience explain how in their view, changes Specially Written for The Westfield Leader were submitted to the candidates for were needed in county government. The League of Women Voters of their responses. Following the ques- The Morristown & Erie (M&E) Mountainside Council to Name Street Union County conducted its annual tion and answer session came clos- Railroad was a hot topic among the Freeholder Candidates Forum on ing statements by each candidate. candidates. Several felt that with re- Tuesday at Cranford Municipal Hall, A plethora of topics were dis- gards to the railroad, the Freeholders and as expected, it brought forth cussed, including taxes, education, did not reach out sufficiently to the For Vietnam War MIA, James Egan interesting discussions regarding open space, privatization of Runnells affected communities. Union County issues. Hospital, and the budget. However, “There was no community involve- By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL Lieutenant Egan’s honor. new houses on New Providence Road, All eight candidates attended the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader focus soon fell on the impending ment,” said Mr. Haynes. The mayor noted that he only ever six new houses on and behind Wood- forum, including Democrat incum- railroad reactivation, geese gassing, Mr. Reilly wanted consultation with During Mountainside’s Tuesday remembers the naming of one other land Avenue, nine new houses on bents candidates Deborah Scanlon, and the juvenile detention center. the mayor of each municipality im- evening agenda setting meeting, street, Mandy Court, in the many Mill Lane and three slotted for Mary Chester Holmes and Alexander Throughout the evening, the in- pacted by the railroad before a deci- members of the governing body dis- years that he has been a part of the Ellen Lane. Mirabella; Republican candidates cumbents pointed to their solid track sion was made for reactivation, and cussed the naming of three or four borough’s governing body. He stated The mayor noted that the new con- Kenneth Haynes, Stuart Kline and record in areas such as preserving said that the August 2003 forum in new streets within the borough be- that it was named after the mother of struction would bring the borough a Bob Reilly; Green Party candidate open space, senior citizen programs, Kenilworth should have been held cause of new construction. the farmer who owned the building. rough estimate of $200,000 in taxes, Barbara Briemer; and Independent and educational initiatives. Their before the contract was signed in 2002. Mayor Robert Viglianti stated that, During the July agenda setting but that the money probably will not candidate Joe Renna. There are three challengers, meanwhile, sought to CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 according to state law, the naming of meeting, the mayor noted that there be seen until the 2005 budget year. seats up for election on the nine- new streets comes from the govern- was approximately $17 million worth In other business, the council ap- member Freeholder Board. ing body. He suggested that one of of new construction that is underway pointed David Neuhaser and David Each candidate gave a brief open- the new streets be named Egan Court, and will be done within the borough Lauricella as two new members of ing statement, followed by a ques- after Second Lieutenant James Egan in upcoming months, including five CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 tion and answer session. Questions of the United States Marine Corps who has been Missing In Action in Vietnam for over thirty years. Mayor Viglianti noted that he and Mountainside School Board Reviews his family had lived in Mountainside on Fairview Drive. Other members of Mountainside District ASK and GEPA Test Scores Council agreed that it would be an appropriate name and that the street By BETSEY BURGDORF Specially Written for The Westfield Leader from completion,” added Board grade. sign should display a gold star in member Mary Beth Schaumberg. The Terra Nova test is given to At the Mountainside Board of PTA funds originally earmarked students in grades 2, 3, 5, 6 and 7 and Education meeting on Tuesday night, for a new granite sign at Beechwood measures mastery in language arts, Dr. Gerard Schaller assured the pub- will be reallocated for the purchase math, history and science. The test Office Hours Posted lic, “We are still hopeful Beechwood of playground equipment at the scores showed a District wide weak- School will open this year.” For WF Tax Collector school. The budget initially included ness in computation and math skills, When asked by an audience mem- funds for the equipment, but has as well as problem solving and rea- WESTFIELD – The office of ber if he was referring to the school since been spent elsewhere. soning, with only 39 percent of sev- year or the calendar year, the board the Westfield Tax Collector will Curriculum Coordinator Angela enth graders achieving mastery. Other be open from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. responded with laughter. Cosimano presented the board with weaknesses across the board were on Monday, November 3. According to Dr. Schaller, progress district test results for the Terra Nova, evident in measurement and Earth continues to be made on the school. Our normal office hours of NJ ASK (Assessment of Skills and sciences. 8:30 am to 4 p.m. will resume on He also added that several of the Knowledge) and GEPA (Grade Eight Second graders did very well on Tuesday, November 4. major operating systems will be Proficiency Assessment) for eighth CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Interest will be charged begin- turned on in the next few days and ning on Thursday, November 6. will need to be tested in order to PAGE INDEX The tax collector’s office can determine if they are working cor- Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 16-18 Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader be reached at (908) 789-4051. rectly. Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 19-20 SKETCHES…Eileen Willoughby poses as Mary Paynter creates her portrait “We are weeks, not months away Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-15 sketch last Saturday afternoon during the Westfield Art Show and Sidewalk Sale. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, Ocotber 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WESTFIELD Scutari Criticized as Railroad POLICE BLOTTER

Reactivation Slowly Begins FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9 • A burglary to a motor vehicle was • William J. Maines, 39, of Scotch CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 reported in the 800 block of Embree Plains was arrested on Lamberts Mill contract was signed with M&E…just from? These are boilerplate letters, and Crescent, in which one or more un- Road and charged with driving while before the general election,” com- this means that it wasn’t a simple acci- known individuals removed a purse con- intoxicated, after being stopped for mo- mented Dr. Nozza. dental lie, Mr. Scutari. It was a calcu- taining personal papers and a cellular tor vehicle violations. He was released lated (lie),” opined Ms. Murphy. telephone from the unlocked vehicle. to a responsible party. Dr. Nozza had previously sub- • mitted three questions at the Sep- She further added that she had spo- SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4 A Lamberts Mill Road resident re- ken with Assemblyman Neil Cohen – • A construction contractor reported ported the theft of two wristwatches tember 10 Freeholder meeting and the theft of assorted tools from a job site from his bedroom dresser. asked that the board get back to whose name was apparently mentioned in one of the letters – and that accord- on Codding Road. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10 him with written responses. He said • A Washington Street resident re- • A burglary was reported at a resi- that none of his questions were ing to her, Mr. Cohen had not been aware of his name appearing in the ported that someone had obtained Sprint dence on Sandra Circle. Police described ever answered. cellular telephone service in her name the suspect in the case as a black male, letter. and made unauthorized calls totaling between 5 feet, 9 inches and six feet tall, “I asked for a written response by In summing up her comments, Ms. the board to these three questions…I $647.95. and weighing 160 to 190 pounds. He was Murphy commented, “Why is he MONDAY, OCTOBER 6 pursued into Fairview Cemetery but would like these answers in writing (Scutari) lying? Why is he lying? And • within 24 hours because this has been Geoffrey Crosby, 49, of Westfield eluded capture. Most of the stolen prop- then the Peter principle, he is going to was arrested in the 800 block of Tice erty was recovered outside of the resi- over a month now,” Dr. Nozza said. become a Senator…he didn’t do well Avenue and charged with driving while dence. The questions he raised mainly here, so now we’re going to move him intoxicated. He was also taken into cus- • An object, possibly a rock, was dealt with the process used by Union upstairs.” tody on a contempt of court warrant for thrown at the windshield of a car in the County to contract with M&E for the Mary Beth Kelly of Roselle criti- $104 issued by the Municipal Court of south side train station parking lot, caus- railroad reactivation. Issues ad- cized the Scutari letter as well, saying Mantoloking. ing it to crack. dressed in the questions focused on that residents in her community took From the Archives of The Westfield Leader WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 the bidding process, which Dr. Nozza the letter for what it said about cleaning GIDDY UP, PARTNER…Children and parents have been invited to dress up in • Willie Demar Lynn, 23, of Lake- • A Long Branch resident reported up the railroad tracks. their Halloween best for the Westfield Y’s Men’s Club’s 42nd annual Halloween wood was arrested on Central Avenue that someone threw an unknown object claims violated local public contracts Parade and Costume Contest o Sunday, October 26. law; and Freeholder Scutari’s letter “People are still in disbelief that a after being stopped for motor vehicle at his motor vehicle while he was driv- of October 2002, which Dr. Nozza train is really coming through,” said violations. A search found him to be in ing, causing a dent to the front left side Ms. Kelly. possession of less than 50 grams of of the vehicle. The incident occurred at said led to “doublespeak and public Y’s Men Club Will Sponsor suspected marijuana. Boulevard and Clifton Street. confusion…illegally perpetrated.” In response to the railroad-oriented • resolution issue, Mr. Devanney ex- Lynn was also arrested on a $1,000 Ivan Clark, 24, of Roselle was ar- In response to Dr. Nozza’s com- warrant out of Lakewood. He was re- rested on drug charges in the 600 block ments about the bidding process, Mr. plained that that resolution was an Halloween Parade on Oct. 26 leased on his own recognizance on the of South Avenue following a stop for a attempt to control the railroad reacti- Westfield charge and turned over to motor vehicle violation. Devanney said, “As we’ve stated in vation. He said that the goal was to try the past, there was a competitive WESTFIELD — The Westfield Y’s the parade at the gazebo in the park. authorities in Lakewood. He was charged with possession of 35 and constrain the growth of the rail- Men’s club will host it 42nd annual Ribbons will be awarded for first, • A 66-year-old Westfield woman vials of suspected cocaine, distribution process that the county entered into road, as well as to prevent future phases in conjunction with the Port Author- Halloween Parade and Costume Con- second and third places for each age reported that she was assaulted in the of suspected cocaine and distribution of of the railroad from being imple- test on Sunday, October 26. group. For groups of five or more 1100 block of Boynton Avenue by an- suspected cocaine in a school zone. Clark, ity in awarding that contract.” mented. other woman who allegedly caused her who was also wanted on warrants out of Joanne Dillon, Co-President of the Children and parents wishing to there will be cash prizes awarded for “We subsequently found out from participate in this year’s festivities first ($35), second ($25) and third to fall from a chair, resulting in an injury Elizabeth and Newark for various motor “Stop The Train” coalition, questioned two different legal opinions that that to her right leg. vehicle violations, was held in lieu of the previously made assurances of the section of the contract was unenforce- should gather at the Elm Street Field ($15). Children of all ages up through The victim, who was treated at the $11,630 cash bail. Freeholders that the railroad reactiva- able, and there was nothing we could in Westfield at 12:45 p.m. on Octo- fifth grade may participate. scene by Westfield Rescue Squad per- tion would not occur. do about that. It was legally indefen- ber 26. Between 12:45 p.m. and 1:15 A nonprofit organization, the club sonnel, was advised of the procedure for “At one time or another each of you sible,” stated Mr. Devanney. p.m., the judging of costumes will is known for its Christmas Tree Sale filing a complaint. However, police said made a statement saying that this rail- Although Freeholder Scutari chose take place and free treat bags will be at the Elm Street Field between no complaint had been filed as of press road would not go through without the not to respond to his critics, several of given to the children participating. Thanksgiving and Christmas. The time. Candidates mutual consent of the municipalities, the other freeholders spoke on Scutari’s The Westfield Fire Department’s funds generated by the tree sale are CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 all of this while knowing that each of behalf. Super Truck and the Westfield High donated to a wide variety of commu- you had signed and approved a resolu- Freeholder Daniel Sullivan came to School Marching Band will lead the nity organizations. Mr. Kline added that the Freeholder tion to reactivate this railroad prior to Scutari’s defense, voicing his unequivo- parade, which will begin at 1:15 p.m. Through community support of Board should have “incorporate(d) making these statements,” said Ms. cal support for his colleague. He said from Elm Street Field and travel up the sale, the Y’s Men’s Club is able to WF Planning the residents into the planning” of the Dillon. that Mr. Scutari had the board’s full Elm Street to East Broad Street and make substantial contributions to CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 railroad, while Mr. Renna accused Turning her comments to Freeholder support, as well as support “for his into Mindowaskin Park. these organizations. Mr. Kuc said that while the DEP the board of secret dealings in con- Scutari, Ms. Dillon asked, “What was (Scutari’s) anticipated election to the Awards will be given following To become a member of the Y’s does not get involved with nection with the railroad. the Democratic party of Union County Senate next month.” Men’s Club, please call the Westfield municipality’s zoning issues, it does Freeholder Scanlon responded, thinking about when they recom- Likewise, Freeholder Louis Mingo Y at (908) 233-2700. receive “countless applications” where “There are no decisions made by this mended you to fill this seat? You know- echoed the prior comments and added Freeholder Board in bathrooms, as ingly lied to the residents of Union some of his own sentiments. Referring it is “commonplace” that 20 feet serves County when you sent that infamous to the upcoming Senate election, he WF Council as a “reasonable backyard.” some of these other candidates want According to the July testimony you to believe.” letter out stating that the railroad wasn’t commented, “I know that he (Scutari) CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 MS School Bd. coming through our town. And they has the skills and the ability (to be a tion due to the lack of space and poor given from Harbor Consultants in Freeholder Holmes added that reward you by offering you a promo- Senator).” field conditions. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Cranford, because there are wetlands based on consultations with attor- tion?” Mr. Palatucci stated that a new, the test, confirming the benefit of the in the first proposed sub-divided lot, neys, a law “imposed by the federal In all prior meetings and comments lighted turf field is “not a luxury new curriculum introduced last year. a 50-foot buffer zone would have to government (that) precludes munici- made by the public, the letter sent by The NJ ASK was given to the 61 be installed, which is required by the palities from interfering with the Freeholder Scutari had always been item.” MS Council In other business, Boulevard resi- students in the fourth grade. The DEP. Mr. Birtok noted that the di- operation of railroad. referred to in singular form. However, students scored 100 percent profi- Likewise, Freeholder Mirabella Arlene Murphy of Roselle – another CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 dent Jay Hershey questioned the el- mensions along the buffer zone would member of the “Stop The Train” coali- the volunteer fire department. evation on a portion of the proposed ciency in language arts and 77 per- change at different places of the prop- commented that since the law required tion – revealed that Freeholder Scutari The Mountainside Fire Commit- parking deck on South Avenue at 52 cent proficient in math. erty narrowing at some points to 25 compliance, the Freeholder Board de- had sent out more than one letter, with tee will meet on Tuesday, October feet 11 inches. The GEPA test for eighth grade feet and widening at other places to cided to exercise the utmost control several minute changes for each mu- 12, at 6 p.m. to discuss the replace- Third Ward Democrat Councilman showed 91 percent proficient in lan- 75 feet. allowed under law, including a limit on nicipality who received a letter. ment of an emergency generator in David Haas said that he asked the guage arts, 80 percent proficient in This, Mr. Birtok stated, was “an the number of railroad cars and times As Ms. Murphy demonstrated to the the borough’s firehouse. same question and was told that math and 94 percent proficient in acceptable practice” as he under- of day the trains can pass through. board and the rest of the public, “I have In other business, the council has measurement is the height of the science. Weaknesses were evident in stood the rules of the DEP. He noted “Once it was determined we could three (letters) here.” She then read some approved awarding a bid for resur- deck itself, and may be visible from math, problem solving, spatial sense that as long as the land was compen- not stop it legally…we decided we and editing. of the language in the letter sent to facing Woodacres Drive, Section 2 Central Avenue. sated at another point, it was accept- would do the next best thing and take Roselle residents, along with excerpts Mrs. Cosimano stated that, “Kids to Jenicar Builders Contractors Com- Mr. Hershey also stated that there able to go less than the 50-foot buffer. control over it,” noted Freeholder from letters to Roselle Park and pany, Inc. for the amount of is a potential appearance of a con- need to have a strong background so Kenilworth residents. they really understand it. We need to Which is what he did by widening Mirabella. $170,142.23. flict of interest with Edwards & Ms. Briemer was concerned that The Kenilworth letter, as stated by Kelcey and recommended the town introduce, reinforce and (help stu- the buffer zone to 75 feet at the other Finally, Mayor Vigliani reported due to the nature of a railroad, “Emer- Ms. Murphy, read, “Here are the facts: that he is currently working on the hire an independent third party to dents) master the information.” end. the clearing of these lines is strictly for municipal budget and will present the review the process. He encouraged Board member Mary Beth At that July meeting, Planning gency vehicles would be blocked if health and public safety reasons, not spending plan shortly at an upcoming the council to have a non-binding Schaumburg noticed a discrepancy Board member Robert Newell stated they had to come or go at the time the for reactivation. There is no intention council meeting. He noted for the referendum. in the percentage of student’s profi- that according to the plans submitted train was passing.” She also echoed the of starting any rail service along these cient. In certain areas tested, 99 per- by Mr. Birtok, there was an area of prior comments calling for more pub- lines in your community.” record that recently, the annual audit Jubb Corbet spoke on behalf of the for the borough was reported to be members of the Westfield Area Cham- cent of students scored below the the buffer zone that was placed on lic outreach on the part of the county. Ms. Murphy showed that each letter The geese gassing was also dis- from Freeholder Scutari displayed a “up to date, complete and correct.” ber of Commerce in favor of Edwards proficiency level, yet the overall pro- the applicant’s second proposed sub- different signature from the others, a He also stated that the auditors had no & Kelcey. He said that Guy Kelcey ficiency claimed higher levels. Mrs. divided property. cussed, with Freeholder Scanlon ex- fact that was confirmed upon inspec- comments for recommendations. lived in Westfield, and even though Cosimano will follow up with the Mr. Newell joined others in ques- plaining that geese overpopulation is tion of the letters. The next Mountainside Council he is no longer running the company, Sate Department to determine how tioning how the buffer zone could severe in Union County. “We have three different signatures meeting will be held on Tuesday, he left his mark. He said that the firm the scoring is computed. legally be stretched onto the other Freeholder Holmes, who said he on these letters. Who are these letters October 21, at 8 p.m. is “not going to screw up their repu- Mrs. Betty Woodruff, the Deerfield property if the land were to be ap- regretted having to take any kind of tation.” School nurse, made a presentation to proved for a subdivision. life, compared the geese problem to Boulevard resident Rosalyn the Board regarding the Nursing Ser- Mr. Birtok stated that it was okay the deer overpopulation that Union Harrison stated that the town needs vices Plan as mandated by the State to extend onto the second lot since County experienced several years ago. an “expert to help you evaluate this Department of Health and Senior Mr. Ashforth owned both properties. “We certainly took steps to address report.” She added that because the Services. David Mr. Newell stated that he thought the that (the deer) issue, the same way we MIB firm is associated with the developer Mrs. Woodruff explained that the are taking steps to address the geese MIB Williams buffer zone would then not be ac- they are perceived to have a bias. position of school nurse covers a multitude of roles, including investi- ceptable to the DEP if the second lot issue,” stated Freeholder Holmes. Resident Jacqueline Brevard said Other candidates, such as Mr. that the study done by Edwards & gator, community liaison, child ad- was sold and Mr. Ashforth no longer Haynes, expressed disapproval re- Kelcey will not be independent, and vocate, as well as nurse. She also owned both properties. Mums she said that an expert to oversee it reported that the nurse’s office deals According to previous testimony garding the geese gassing. does not change that fact. She said with approximately 20-25 student given by the owner, Mr. Ashforth, the “They (the geese) are living crea- that an independent consultant is visits per day. property was not always one lot and tures and they should not be put to In needed from the start and added that Deerfield School has two nurses was merged by him in 1981. He death for being in the wrong place at she does not see the harm in holding on staff. Due to the fact that many stated that the first property was ac- the wrong time,” said Mr. Haynes. a non-binding referendum. children in the student body suffer quired in 1967 and the second in Mr. Kline compared the geese gas- Bloom!!! Resident Sharon Stockwell rec- from life threatening food allergies, 1974, and were both bought from sing to the horrors at Auschwitz dur- ommended that the members of the it is imperative that a nurse accom- then builder Ehmann Fhen, who has ing the Holocaust. This not only council and public read the editorial panies children on field trips. been retired for many years. brought a few boos from the audi- in last week’s edition of The Westfield Mrs. Woodruff expressed concern He noted that the variance approv- ence, but also a stern rebuke from over the fact that once Beechwood Greg Leader. She questioned if there were als that he needs regarding side yard, Freeholder Mirabella, expressing his Jackson checks and balances on the legal School opens, the second nurse will lot width, lot frontage and front yard outrage that Mr. Kline could make ...And aspects of this process. be moving to that location leaving setback relief are a result of zoning such a comparison. Town Attorney Robert Cockren each location shorthanded in the changes that happened in 1995, when The juvenile detention center issue stated that the editorial was wrong event the nurse needs to go along the town’s Master Plan was adopted. brought some strong comments from with children on trips, or if the nurse Fall Festival on its interpretation of the law. He noted that over the years, the each of the candidates. Overcrowding is out of the building for other rea- John Devitt said that at the Sep- zoning has gone from RS100 to and a new site location have been the tember 30 council meeting, when he sons. Thousands of Mums, Many of the New At the present time, Mountainside RS100L to RS40. He stated that when main issues with regard to the facility, requested a referendum and wanted as Freeholders Scanlon, Mirabella and to hear each councilperson’s opin- does not have any names on its sub- the latest zoning change took place Holmes discussed in their remarks. late blooming Belgian varieties in bloom ion, the mayor “deflected the ques- stitute nurse list. The District pays a in 1995, 12 out of the 18 homes in and ready to be put out on the front tion” and “shielded the council.” He nurse substitute $80 per day, as op- that particular zone were then re- However, despite the difficulty also asked Second Ward Republican posed to $130 per day paid by the zoned at non-compliance of the new related to finding a new site, “We steps or into the garden . Councilman Rafael Betancourt if he Summit School District. ordinance. will build a new juvenile detention has come forward to support citizens Board member Sally Rivieccio According to Mr. Ashforth, a total center,’ affirmed Freeholder Holmes, who are against the proposed park- urged the board to increase the sub of 67 percent of the lots were re- also echoed by his colleagues. Bring the family in for our pumpkin ing lot adjacent to Temple Emanu- pay in order to attract more substi- zoned as not meeting the zoning Other candidates also recognized El. tutes to the District. Board President changes. It was noted however that the need for a new facility. picking, pony rides, hayrides, and Councilman Betancourt stated that Peter Goggi assured the board and his property was not one of the 67 Mr. Renna said, “This (building of haunted house. This weeks hours are the issue of the temple parking lot is the public that he will be resolving percent. a new facility) should be the number before the Board of Adjustment and the problem prior to the opening of He also noted that when he first one concern.” Thu. Fri 3-5pm, Sat-Sun 10-5pm. that it would be improper for him to Beechwood. bought the second lot there was al- Likewise, Mr. Reilly felt the issue comment. He added that he would ready a foundation put in place, from of a new detention center is one “that like Mr. Devitt to allow the council the builder, but the town had stopped needs to be addressed immediately.” Our nursery sale continues with to finish the process to find out if the Dartmouth College the project because of sewage con- Solutions were also offered as to decks are feasible or not, saying that cerns. overcrowding at the center. Ms. saving of 20-70% on shrubs, perennials his comments are “perhaps prema- Welcomes Residents Mr. Ashforth concluded that the Briemer said that using ankle bracelets and trees. Take advantage of the great ture.” AREA – Dartmouth College town did put in a sewer system in the to monitor offenders might reduce the Mr. Devitt said he is not sure the in Hanover, N.H. has announced late 1970s and that he then bought amount of juveniles at the center. fall planting weather and save. public agrees, to which Councilman the enrollment of Sean Adams of Mr. Haynes added, “If we have Betancourt said, “You’re not the pub- two separate sewer lines so that some Westfield and Monique Adriano day, when he and his wife retired, after-school programs…we can pos- Hayrides, lic.” Lemus of Scotch Plains. Hort Street resident Bill Brown they could sell the second property sibly save some of those children” ILLIAMS URSERY Ponyrides, said that residents should not vote for Sean is the son of Mr. and Mrs. to a builder. from having to be kept at the facility. Haunted House the incumbent candidates in place of William Adams of Westfield. Testimony from the applicant’s Pro- The forum is scheduled for re- & The Gift House a referendum. Monique is the daughter of Mr. fessional Planner, Edward Lipinsky broadcast on local stations among www.williams-nursery.com Now Open The council will meet in confer- and Mrs. Edmundo Lemus of will take place at the planning board’s the municipalities of Union County. 524 Springfield Ave ence on Tuesday, October 21, at 8 Scotch Plains. Monday, November 3, meeting, which At press time, details regarding the Westfield • 908-232-4076 Details online p.m. is set to begin at 8 p.m. rebroadcast were unavailable. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK THE

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By ELIZABETH CORRELL health, welfare and safety of the resi- will be given to the squad. In a reso- Specially Written for The Times dents of Fanwood.” lution presented to her by Mayor Resolutions were presented to two Eileen Ochsner, a member of the Jung and Councilman Michael emergency response members at Fanwood Rescue Squad, was recog- Brennan, council liaison to the res- Tuesday’s regular meeting of the nized by her employer, Public Ser- cue squad, she was thanked for “her Fanwood council, with Mayor Louis vice Electric & Gas, at its annual compassion and selfless actions to Jung emphasizing the importance of corporate recognition celebration for improve the quality of life for all.” recognizing those who “give self- excellence in volunteering. Mayor Jung read a resolution wel- lessly of themselves to improve the She received a $1,000 award, which coming Fanwood resident Kristopher Piccola to the Fanwood Fire Depart- ment. Mr. Piccola, who has served as a volunteer in the company for sev- Freeholder Candidates eral years in the youth division known as “Explorers,” is now 18 and eli- gible to become a full-time firefighter. He will begin his service next month. Put Issues to Forefront Councilman David Trumpp gave the Fire Chief’s report for the month of September, which included nine During League Forum calls for smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and fire alarm By MATT MARINO Throughout the evening, the in- activation; three for smoke removal; Specially Written for The Times cumbents pointed to their solid track one call providing medical assis- The League of Women Voters of record in areas such as preserving tance to the rescue squad; one motor Union County conducted its annual open space, senior citizen programs, vehicle accident, and five calls in- Freeholder Candidates Forum on and educational initiatives. Their volving drill and training. Tuesday at Cranford Municipal Hall, challengers, meanwhile, sought to Councilman Brennan presented Benjamin B. Corbin for The Times and the forum brought forth interest- explain how in their view, changes September’s report from the rescue BUSINESS TOUR…Greg Natic, left, of Scotch Plains Music Center talked with Congressman Mike Ferguson, right, ing discussions regarding Union were needed in county government. squad, listing 40 calls for assistance, Scotch Plains Mayor Martin Marks, second from right, and music students on Mayor Marks and Congressman County issues. The Morristown & Erie (M&E) CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Ferguson’s business tour on Columbus Day. All eight candidates attended the Railroad was a hot topic among the forum, including Democrat incum- candidates. Several felt that with re- bents candidates Deborah Scanlon, gards to the railroad, the Freeholders Railroad Reactivation Slowly Begins While Chester Holmes and Alexander did not reach out sufficiently to the Mirabella; Republican candidates affected communities. Kenneth Haynes, Stuart Kline and “There was no community involve- Bob Reilly; Green Party candidate ment,” said Mr. Haynes. Freeholder Scutari Faces Harsh Criticism Barbara Briemer; and Independent Mr. Reilly wanted consultation candidate Joe Renna. There are three with the mayor of each municipality By MATT MARINO crat candidate for the 22nd District in inquiries have been seats up for election on the nine- Specially Written for The Times impacted by the railroad before a the upcoming elections, sent a letter “What was the Democratic party of conducted. He added member Freeholder Board. decision was made for reactivation, For the past few months, the meet- to several communities last October that letters were sent Each candidate gave a brief open- and said that the August 2003 forum ings of the Union County Board of regarding railroad reactivation. Union County thinking about when they recommended you to fill this seat? You to all citizens request- ing statement, followed by a ques- in Kenilworth should have been held Chosen Freeholders have focused In that letter, Freeholder Scutari ing individual meetings tion and answer session. Questions before the contract was signed in largely on the impending Morristown stated, among other things that, al- knowingly lied to the residents of Union from the Kenilworth & Erie (M&E) railroad reactivation, from the League and the audience 2002. though the affected railroad tracks were County when you sent that infamous letter hearing, and more fol- were submitted to the candidates for Mr. Kline added that the Free- and the October 9 meeting was no being cleaned, the cleaning was strictly out stating that the railroad wasn’t coming low-ups are being their responses. Following the ques- holder Board should have different, as several members of the for maintenance purposes and that no through our town. And they reward you by scheduled. coalition to “Stop The Train” and tion and answer session came clos- “incorporate(d) the residents into the railroad reactivation would occur. offering you a promotion?” Mr. Devanney added ing statements by each candidate. planning” of the railroad, while Mr. other regular meeting attendees re- At the October 9 meeting, oppo- - Joanne Dillon, Co-President of the that the preliminary A plethora of topics were dis- Renna accused the board of secret turned to voice their displeasure. nents of the railroad pointed out the draft budget for the Most of the comments, however, “Stop The Train” coalition cussed, including taxes, education, dealings in connection with the rail- inaccuracies contained in the letter, railroad has been com- open space, privatization of Runnells road. were directed toward Freeholder and brought to light another revela- pleted and will be re- Hospital, and the budget. However, Freeholder Scanlon responded, Nicholas Scutari and a letter. tion regarding the letter itself. viewed with the state Freeholder Scutari, who was re- focus soon fell on the impending “There are no decisions made by this However, before the discussion briefing as to the status of the rail- DOT. railroad reactivation, geese gassing, Freeholder Board in bathrooms, as cently selected to replace former State turned to the letter, County Manager road reactivation. Among important Dr. Daniel Nozza, who is a Senate and the juvenile detention center. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Senator Joseph Suliga as the Demo- George Devanney gave his regular dates and meetings, he noted that on candidate for the 20th District, again September 26, M&E and the county raised several concerns about the rail- met with the state Department of road reactivation. He noted that the BOE Concentrates on Special Services Program; Transportation (DOT) in Trenton for contract with M&E was signed in April a progress review. of 2002, yet the letter from Freeholder Further, on September 30, the state Scutari was sent in October of 2002. Diagnostic Team met with M&E and “The Scutari letter went out in Will Spend $150,000 on Maintenance of Schools officials in Cranford to discuss the October, a full five months after the By MARIA WOEHR the street. We need a sign saying, ‘Do South Avenue grade crossing and contract was signed with M&E…just Specially Written for The Times Not Block Handicap Access’,” said improvements. before the general election,” com- The pressing challenge of meeting Debra Asher, a concerned parent. According to Mr. Devanney, Pine mented Dr. Nozza. the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) In addition, the board approved Street in Roselle was closed on Oc- Dr. Nozza had previously submit- guidelines was not outwardly spoken the submission of a grant application tober 8 for reconstruction of the rail- ted three questions at the September about in length at the Scotch Plains- for Character Education Programs. road crossing. Other related closings 10 Freeholder meeting and asked Fanwood Board of Education meet- According to Assistant Superinten- in Roselle have or will take place that the board get back to him with ing on October 9, however it was an dent for Instruction, Dr. Margaret within the coming days. In addition, written responses. He said that none underlying topic of discussion. Hayes, the $13,000 grant that used to the rebuilding of the Staten Island of his questions were ever answered. Much of the meeting directly fund character programs for all Scotch Railroad in Linden and Roselle con- “I asked for a written response by touched upon areas Scotch Plains- Plains schools, including Scotch Plains- tinues, with railroad ties being re- the board to these three questions…I Fanwood can improve their special Fanwood High School’s Project Ad- placed between East and West Balti- would like these answers in writing services program, the leading factor venture would this year be used to more Avenues in Linden, and Chest- within 24 hours because this has been that kept the high school from pass- solely focus on a Bridge Builder’s nut Street and St. Georges Avenue in over a month now,” Dr. Nozza said. ing the NCLB requirements. Library for younger children grades Roselle. The questions he raised mainly Particular attention was given to two through four and the PALS (Peer Mr. Devanney reported that begin- dealt with the process used by Union Director of Special Services Thomas and Leadership Support) Program at ning this week, bridge decks over County to contract with M&E for the Beese who is preparing a violence Park and Terrill Middle Schools. Linden and Elizabeth Avenues in railroad reactivation. Issues ad- and vandalism report for the board. “The Bridge Builder’s Library is a Linden would be replaced. dressed in the questions focused on “This report is required by the literature based multi-cultural pro- Regarding the automobile dealer- the bidding process, which Dr. Nozza state. It is not required by the No gram that teaches themes like cour- ship on Route 22 that will be im- claims violated local public contracts Child Left Behind program,” ex- age and justice. It’s a supplement to pacted by the reactivation, Mr. law; and Freeholder Scutari’s letter plained Kathleen Meyer, the Public their reading materials, naturally in- Devanney said that M&E has devel- of October 2002, which Dr. Nozza Information Coordinator for Scotch tegrating with their curriculum,” Dr. Maria Woehr for The Times oped a preliminary plan to accom- said led to “doublespeak and public Plains and Fanwood public schools. Hayes reported. CONCERNED PARENT…Debra Asher proposed that the curb cut on Westfield modate the dealership. confusion…illegally perpetrated.” The report compares the behavior The other grant-funded-program Road should be repainted and a sign should be erected at the October 9 Scotch M&E has also requested meetings In response to Dr. Nozza’s com- the students, their gender, and the PALS encourages eighth graders to Plains-Fanwood Board of Education meeting. with municipalities, and follow-up ments about the bidding process, Mr. teacher’s response to the act of vio- teach fifth graders about moral is- Devanney said, “As we’ve stated in lence or vandalism. sues and ‘doing the right thing.’ the past, there was a competitive “It’s a corrective action plan to Next, the board passed a motion to Township Council Will Award Bids process that the county entered into help teachers learn how to deal with spend more than $150,000 on main- in conjunction with the Port Author- situations and keep the specialized tenance to the schools. ity in awarding that contract.” students learning in the regular edu- Business Administrator Anthony Del Joanne Dillon, Co-President of the cation classrooms,” Mr. Beese said. Sordi said the money would be used For Field of Dreams Ballfield Project “Stop The Train” coalition, questioned Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carol for electrical work and replacing all the previously made assurances of the Choye asked Mr. Beese how many interior, exterior and stairwell doors as By FRED ROSSI Councilman Frank Rossi reported mandates regarding illegal parking Freeholders that the railroad reactiva- students, parents and teachers he had well as cafeteria tables in the schools. Specially Written for The Times that bids for the $825,000 project in handicapped parking spaces. tion would not occur. spoken with in the past week regard- The board also decided to spend It is expected that bids will soon be have been received and it is expected Councilwoman Nancy Malool ex- “At one time or another each of ing special education situations. $500,000 to lease and purchase 54 awarded for the expansion of that an award will be made in the plained that the state has sharply you made a statement saying that Mr. Beese answered, “At least 25 school buses and new computer ballfields at Park Middle School on next few weeks. He said the bids increased fines for such illegal park- this railroad would not go through in the past five days.” equipment. Park Avenue in Scotch Plains. were a bit higher than the initial ing and, “in response, we’re updat- without the mutual consent of the The open agenda portion of the “It’s important to update our equip- The Township Council, at its regular monies appropriated because of ing our parking ordinance to reflect municipalities, all of this while know- meeting began with public com- ment. We’re purchasing laptops for meeting on Tuesday night, introduced needed work to stabilize the stream those changes.” ing that each of you had signed and ments. Although attendance was the high school and replacing a lot of an ordinance that will authorize the that runs alongside the northern edge The public hearing on this ordi- approved a resolution to reactivate slight one concerned parent did pro- the older equipment, plus its part of appropriation of $225,000 to be used of the school property. nance will also be held on October 28. this railroad prior to making these pose that the curb cut on Westfield the ongoing process to get a com- on the Field of Dreams ballfield ex- Mayor Martin Marks called the The council also passed a resolu- statements,” said Ms. Dillon. Road should be repainted and a sign puter in the hands of our teachers,” pansion project, which is being funded project, which is being done in con- tion authorizing the local govern- Turning her comments to Free- should be erected. said Mr. Del Sordi. partly by $300,000 in matching grant junction with Fanwood and the joint ment to insert a $5,265 federal grant holder Scutari, Ms. Dillon asked, “The curb is often blocked by The next meeting will be held funds from Union County. board of education, “one of our prime into the 2003 budget that will be used “What was the Democratic party of parked cars and this poses a problem Thursday, October 23, at Evergreen Last year, separate grants of shared services initiatives” and “one for the bulletproof vest program. Union County thinking about when to handicap people trying to cross Elementary School at 7 p.m. $100,000 each were made to the of our biggest ones.” Another resolution was passed that they recommended you to fill this township, the Borough of Fanwood A public hearing on the ordinance amends an earlier resolution regard- seat? You knowingly lied to the resi- PAGE INDEX and the Scotch Plains-Fanwood will be held on Tuesday, October 28. ing the leaf-pick-up program. Tues- dents of Union County when you Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 16-18 Board of Education, which are un- In other matters, the council intro- day night’s resolution corrected the sent that infamous letter out stating Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 19-20 dertaking the project as part of their duced an ordinance that will bring dates of the township’s lease of that the railroad wasn’t coming Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-15 shared services cooperation. the township into line with new state CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, October 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Edwards & Kelcey Firm Scutari Criticized as Railroad Hired for Traffic Study Reactivation Slowly Begins CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 By LAUREN S. PASS Tuesday evening’s meeting began Specially Written for The Times through our town. And they reward In summing up her comments, Ms. with a discussion by representatives Murphy commented, “Why is he WESTFIELD -- After much dis- you by offering you a promotion?” from Edwards & Kelcey, as well as In all prior meetings and com- (Scutari) lying? Why is he lying? cussion in their pre-conference meet- representatives from the developer ments made by the public, the letter And then the Peter principle, he is ing and on the dais during the public HKT Nassau. sent by Freeholder Scutari had al- going to become a Senator…he didn’t portion of the meeting, the Westfield The representatives explained that ways been referred to in singular do well here, so now we’re going to Town Council passed a resolution to counts and observations will be done form. However, Arlene Murphy of move him upstairs.” award the traffic study related to the for the study, and those numbers will Roselle – another member of the Mary Beth Kelly of Roselle criti- parking deck redevelopment projects then published numbers will be used “Stop The Train” coalition – re- cized the Scutari letter as well, say- to Edwards & Kelcey in an 8-1 vote. to calculate in the proposed retail, vealed that Freeholder Scutari had ing that residents in her community First Ward Republican Council- residential and parking spaces. The sent out more than one letter, with took the letter for what it said about man Sal Caruana was the only vote intersections will then be graded for several minute changes for each mu- cleaning up the railroad tracks. against the resolution. level of service. The firm will then nicipality who received a letter. “People are still in disbelief that a At last week’s conference session devise solutions to improve the level As Ms. Murphy demonstrated to train is really coming through,” said the council discussed whether or not of service. the board and the rest of the public, “I Ms. Kelly. Elizabeth Correll for The Times to hire another firm to perform the According to Mike Dipple of have three (letters) here.” She then In response to the railroad-oriented HONORING EILEEN…Eileen Ochsner, center, a member of the Fanwood traffic study due to the fact that Edwards & Kelcey, the firm has done read some of the language in the resolution issue, Mr. Devanney ex- Rescue Squad, was recognized by her employer, Public Service Electric & Gas, letter sent to Roselle residents, along plained that that resolution was an at its annual corporate recognition celebration for excellence in volunteering. Edwards & Kelcey is part of the work with Nassau HKT before, but parking deck developer Nassau HKT with excerpts from letters to Roselle attempt to control the railroad reac- Fanwood Mayor Louis Jung, left, and the Borough Council presented Eileen stated that they “will not risk (their) tivation. He said that the goal was to with a resolution at Tuesday night’s council meeting for her volunteer efforts. team. Park and Kenilworth residents. reputation.” He said that study would The Kenilworth letter, as stated by try and constrain the growth of the be a “true study with true numbers.” Ms. Murphy, read, “Here are the facts: railroad, as well as to prevent future Fourth Ward Democrat Council- the clearing of these lines is strictly phases of the railroad from being Subdivision Testimony Deferred woman Susan Jacobson questioned for health and public safety reasons, implemented. how much of the study is interpreta- not for reactivation. There is no inten- “We subsequently found out from tive. tion of starting any rail service along two different legal opinions that that Tom Feffa of Edwards & Kelcey these lines in your community.” section of the contract was unen- Due to Early Ending of Meeting explained that the process is a sci- Ms. Murphy showed that each forceable, and there was nothing we By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL it is “commonplace” that 20 feet serves particular zone were then re-zoned at ence. letter from Freeholder Scutari dis- could do about that. It was legally Specially Written for The Times as a “reasonable backyard.” non-compliance of the new ordinance. Greg Troast of Nassau HKT said played a different signature from indefensible,” stated Mr. Devanney. WESTFIELD -- The October According to the July testimony given According to Mr. Ashforth, a total that if the project does not work it is the others, a fact that was confirmed Although Freeholder Scutari chose monthly meeting of the Westfield Plan- from Harbor Consultants in Cranford, of 67 percent of the lots were re-zoned better for the developer to walk away. upon inspection of the letters. not to respond to his critics, several ning Board, which featured an appeal because there are wetlands in the first as not meeting the zoning changes. It He said that Edwards & Kelcey is the “We have three different signatures of the other freeholders spoke on made by Bruce and Edna Ashforth to proposed sub-divided lot a 50-foot buffer was noted however that his property best firm to use, adding that his firm on these letters. Who are these letters Scutari’s behalf. subdivide property at 1249 Prospect zone would have to be installed, which was not one of the 67 percent. has walked away from 15 to 20 from? These are boilerplate letters, Freeholder Daniel Sullivan came Street from an existing single lot into is required by the DEP. Mr. Birtok noted He also noted that when he first bought projects in the past. and this means that it wasn’t a simple to Scutari’s defense, voicing his un- two, single-family building lots, had that the dimensions of the buffer zone the second lot there was already a foun- The council decided that they accidental lie, Mr. Scutari. It was a equivocal support for his colleague. to end early, forcing the appeal to be would change at different places along dation put in place, from the builder, but would approve Edwards & Kelcey, calculated (lie),” opined Ms. Murphy. He said that Mr. Scutari had the carried over to the November meeting the property narrowing at some points the town had stopped the project be- board’s full support, as well as sup- as well as another firm to review She further added that she had because of the late night filming of to 25 feet and widening at other places cause of sewage concerns. spoken with Assemblyman Neil port “for his (Scutari’s) anticipated NBC’s comedy/drama, “Ed,” in the to 75 feet. Mr. Ashforth concluded that the town their work. Cohen – whose name was appar- election to the Senate next month.” municipal lot. This, Mr. Birtok stated was “an ac- did put in a sewer system in the late During the public portion of the ently mentioned in one of the letters Likewise, Freeholder Louis Mingo A decision regarding that appeal ceptable practice” as he understood the 1970s and that he then bought two meeting Chris Carson, Jim Marvin – and that according to her, Mr. echoed the prior comments and added had been carried over from the July rules of the DEP. He noted that as long separate sewer lines so that some day and Bill Palatucci of the Westfield Cohen had not been aware of his some of his own sentiments. Refer- meeting due to the late hour and testi- as the land was compensated at another when he and his wife retired they could Recreation Commission spoke in name appearing in the letter. ring to the upcoming Senate elec- mony needed from an environmental point it was acceptable to go less than sell the second property to a builder. favor of a proposed lighted turf field tion, he commented, “I know that he expert regarding buffer zones. the 50-foot buffer. Which is what he Testimony from the applicant’s Pro- at the conservation center. (Scutari) has the skills and the ability Edward Kuc of Eastern States Envi- did by widening the buffer zone to 75 fessional Planner, Edward Lipinsky Mr. Marvin stated that soon the ronmental Associates testified last feet at the other end. will take place at the planning board’s (to be a Senator).” Thursday evening on behalf of the At that July meeting, Planning Monday, November 3, meeting, which commission might have to start sus- Candidates Ashforths’ application. He stated that, Board member Robert Newell, stated is set to begin at 8 p.m. pending programs or limit registra- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 according to the Wetland Letter of that according to the plans submitted tion due to the lack of space and poor some of these other candidates want Identity Theft Lecture Interpretation submitted to the De- by Mr. Birtok, there was an area of the field conditions. you to believe.” partment of Environmental Protection buffer zone that was placed on the Mr. Palatucci stated that a new, Freeholder Holmes added that Set at Men’s Night (DEP) in May of this year, the buffer applicant’s second proposed sub-di- Responders lighted turf field is “not a luxury based on consultations with attor- SCOTCH PLAINS – A “Men’s area will comply with the restrictions vided property. item.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 neys, a law “imposed by the federal Night” will be hosted by the Col- set forth by the DEP. Mr. Newell joined others in ques- In other business, Boulevard resi- lege Club of Fanwood-Scotch Mr. Kuc noted that the two pro- government (that) precludes munici- tioning how the buffer zone could le- 304 staff hours expended on emer- dent Jay Hershey questioned the el- palities from interfering with the Plains on Monday, October 27, at posed properties would have separate gally be stretchedointo the other prop- gency response, 311 miles traveled, evation on a portion of the proposed drainage issues. He also stated that erty if the land were to be approved for operation of railroad. 7:30 p.m. at Union Catholic Re- eight requests for mutual aid from parking deck on South Avenue at 52 gional High School in Scotch Plains. there would be a Declaration of a a subdivision. Scotch Plains and one such request Likewise, Freeholder Mirabella Deed Restriction noting that one loca- Mr. Birtok stated that it was okay to from Plainfield. feet 11 inches. commented that since the law re- Detective Peter Campanelli, tion was increased so that both lots extend onto the second lot since Mr. In addition, the rescue squad partici- Third Ward Democrat Councilman quired compliance, the Freeholder an officer in the Union County could meet the 50-foot buffer zone Ashforth owned both properties. Mr. pated in two local events, Public Safety David Haas said that he asked the Board decided to exercise the utmost Sheriff’s Office, will discuss requirement. Newell stated that he thought the buffer Day and Fanny Wood Day; attended same question and was told that control allowed under law, including “Identity Theft – A Growing He concluded that, in his opinion, zone would then not be acceptable to three football games at Scotch Plains- measurement is the height of the a limit on the number of railroad cars Problem in Today’s Society.” He the applicant’s engineer, Andrew the DEP if the second lot was sold and Fanwood High School, and brought an deck itself, and may be visible from and times of day the trains can pass will provide tips on how to pro- Birtok, submitted a plan that met DEP Mr. Ashforth no longer owned both emergency vehicle to a block party for Central Avenue. through. tect personal identity. requirements. properties. a community demonstration. Mr. Hershey also stated that there “Once it was determined we could For more information, please Town Planning Consultant Blais According to previous testimony In other business, Mayor Jung an- is a potential appearance of a con- not stop it legally…we decided we call (908) 889-7624. Brancheau of Robert Catlin and Asso- given by the owner, Mr. Ashforth, the nounced the eight members of the new would do the next best thing and take ciates stated that under Town Ordi- property was not always one lot and Nature Center Ad Hoc Committee: flict of interest with Edwards & Kelcey and recommended the town control over it,” noted Freeholder nance 10.04H, which is an ordinance was merged by him in 1981. He stated Dwight Leeper, Chairman; Darlene Mirabella. regarding the “suitability of lots,” he that the first property was acquired in Coronato, Vice Chairwoman; Steve hire an independent third party to Ms. Briemer was concerned that questioned the “suitable room not only 1967 and the second in 1974, and Falco, Shade Tree Commission; Dean review the process. He encouraged due to the nature of a railroad, “Emer- for a building, but for a yard.” were both bought from then builder, Talcott and Thien Nguyen, Environ- the council to have a non-binding gency vehicles would be blocked if SP Council He asked Mr. Kuc if municipal codes Ehmann Fhen, who has been retired mental Commission, and Councilmen referendum. they had to come or go at the time the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 preclude any DEP decisions about for many years. Brennan and Trumpp. Jubb Corbet spoke on behalf of the “usual” or “reasonable” rear yard set- He noted that the variance approv- train was passing.” She also echoed Jerseyland Park Community Center, The state of the Nature Center was members of the Westfield Area Cham- the prior comments calling for more where leaves will be stored prior to backs. He noted that, according to als that he needs regarding side yard, brought to the attention of the council ber of Commerce in favor of Edwards Westfield Town Codes, a distance of lot width, lot frontage and front yard public outreach on the part of the their removal to a county facility. when Verizon Wireless put in a bid for & Kelcey. He said that Guy Kelcey 35 feet is required. Twentysix feet setback relief are a result of zoning a cell tower, suggesting that the tower county. The leaf pick-up is set to start in exists for the current structure, and a changes that happened in 1995 when be located at the center. lived in Westfield, and even though The geese gassing was also dis- early November, depending on 20 foot setback is proposed for the the town’s Master Plan was adopted. The strong emotional reaction from he is no longer running the company, cussed, with Freeholder Scanlon ex- weather conditions and how many second property. He noted that over the years the residents to the idea prompted the coun- he left his mark. He said that the firm plaining that geese overpopulation is leaves have fallen by then. The coun- Mr. Kuc said that while the DEP zoning has gone from RS100 to cil to reject the bid, and inspired the is “not going to screw up their repu- severe in Union County. cil also passed a resolution continu- does not get involved with RS100L to RS40. He stated that when creation of a committee to look at how tation.” Freeholder Holmes, who said he ing an inter-local agreement with municipality’s zoning issues, it does the latest zoning change took place in to “improve the center and make it even Boulevard resident Rosalyn regretted having to take any kind of Westfield under which leaves col- receive “countless applications” where 1995, 12 out of the 18 homes in that better.” Harrison stated that the town needs life, compared the geese problem to lected from properties on the north Mayor Jung stated that the location an “expert to help you evaluate this the deer overpopulation that Union sides of both towns will be deposited does have a “PR problem: many people report.” She added that because the County experienced several years at Jerseyland and leaves from the did not know about it.” firm is associated with the developer ago. two towns’ south sides will be stored The goal of the committee is to “come “We certainly took steps to ad- at the Westfield Conservation Cen- up with a plan to enhance it,” as it has they are perceived to have a bias. Resident Jacqueline Brevard said dress that (the deer) issue, the same ter. David “great potential.” way we are taking steps to address Councilwoman Carolyn Sorge MIB The mayor would like to have two or that the study done by Edwards & MIB Williams the geese issue,” stated Freeholder called the arrangement, which has three volunteers from the neighbor- Kelcey will not be independent, and Holmes. been in force for several years, “a hood surrounding the Nature Center, she said that an expert to oversee it Other candidates, such as Mr. more efficient way to dispose of our and is sending out letters to residents in does not change that fact. She said Haynes, expressed disapproval re- leaves.” Mums the area to request their participation. that an independent consultant is garding the geese gassing. In other business, the council au- The first reading was held of a pro- needed from the start and added that posed ordinance that would regulate “They (the geese) are living crea- thorized the Police Department to garage sales. The issue arose after resi- she does not see the harm in holding tures and they should not be put to lease/purchase four new police cars In a non-binding referendum. dents complained about a homeowner death for being in the wrong place at at a total cost of $86,495. holding a yard sale on a continuing Resident Sharon Stockwell rec- the wrong time,” said Mr. Haynes. Councilman Rossi noted that the Bloom!!! basis and hiring staff to man the events. ommended that the members of the Mr. Kline compared the geese gas- planned purchase had been deferred The council wishes to prevent such council and public read the editorial sing to the horrors at Auschwitz dur- from last year. “flea market” type activity, stated Bor- in last week’s edition of The Scotch ing the Holocaust. This not only Proclamations were issued declar- ough Attorney Mark Peck. Plains-Fanwood Times. She ques- brought a few boos from the audi- ing last week as Fire Prevention After much discussion, it was de- tioned if there were checks and bal- ence, but also a stern rebuke from Week, October as Breast Cancer cided that garage sales should be held ances on the legal aspects of this Freeholder Mirabella, expressing his Awareness Month and this week as Greg only on Friday, Saturday and Sunday; Jackson process. outrage that Mr. Kline could make National Awareness Week to increase ...And that they can be held for a maximum of Town Attorney Robert Cockren such a comparison. awareness of musculoskeletal im- two consecutive weekends; that resi- stated that the editorial was wrong The juvenile detention center is- pairments. dents must limit garage sales to a total sue brought some strong comments The council also passed a resolu- of four per year, with a $250 fine for on its interpretation of the law. Fall Festival John Devitt said that at the Sep- from each of the candidates. Over- tion congratulating Dr. Dawood violators. crowding and a new site location Farahi on his inauguration as Presi- If passed, the ordinance would be- tember 30 council meeting, when he have been the main issues with re- dent of Kean University. Thousands of Mums, Many of the New come effective on March 1, 2004. A requested a referendum and wanted gard to the facility, as Freeholders At the start of the meeting, the public hearing will be held on the sub- to hear each councilperson’s opin- Scanlon, Mirabella and Holmes dis- council passed a resolution honoring late blooming Belgian varieties in bloom ject at the Tuesday, November 11 coun- ion, the mayor “deflected the ques- cil meeting. cussed in their remarks. the New Jersey 821st Air Force Jun- tion” and “shielded the council.” He However, despite the difficulty ior Reserve Officer Training Corps and ready to be put out on the front Mayor Jung read a report from Bor- also asked Second Ward Republican ough Engineer Richard Marsden, in- related to finding a new site, “We at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High steps or into the garden . cluding an update regarding the ongo- Councilman Rafael Betancourt if he will build a new juvenile detention School. Three ROTC members pre- ing construction project on Westfield has come forward to support citizens center,’ affirmed Freeholder Holmes, sented the colors prior to the Pledge Road. who are against the proposed park- also echoed by his colleagues. of Allegiance. Bring the family in for our pumpkin While paving and curbing are com- ing lot adjacent to Temple Emanu- Other candidates also recognized The township’s annual Health Fair plete, sidewalks and drainage still need El. the need for a new facility. will be held on Saturday, October picking, pony rides, hayrides, and to be done. Mayor Jung commented on Councilman Betancourt stated that Mr. Renna said, “This (building of 18, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the haunted house. This weeks hours are the difficulties that have been encoun- the issue of the temple parking lot is a new facility) should be the number Municipal Building. A variety of tered with the contractor on the job, before the Board of Adjustment and one concern.” screenings — vision, blood, hear- Thu. Fri 3-5pm, Sat-Sun 10-5pm. and stated Mr. Marsden will contact all that it would be improper for him to Likewise, Mr. Reilly felt the issue ing, diabetes, cholesterol and blood 12 residents who have experienced comment. He added that he would like of a new detention center is one “that pressure — will be available for free. problems as a result of work done on needs to be addressed immediately.” Overlook Hospital will also provide, the street, such as concrete installed Mr. Devitt to allow the council to finish Our nursery sale continues with the process to find out if the decks are Solutions were also offered as to for a $10 fee, bone density scans. over water valves and pool drainage overcrowding at the center. Ms. Pre-registration is necessary for this saving of 20-70% on shrubs, perennials being blocked. feasible or not, saying that his com- ments are “perhaps premature.” Briemer said that using ankle brace- service and can be completed by Councilman Trumpp announced the lets to monitor offenders might re- calling (908) 322-6700, extension and trees. Take advantage of the great opening of the police department’s Mr. Devitt said he is not sure the Public Safety Information Booth, lo- duce the amount of juveniles at the no. 1309. fall planting weather and save. public agrees, to which Councilman center. That same morning, at 10 a.m., the cated inside the Quick Chek store at Betancourt said, “You’re not the pub- 572 North Avenue. Mr. Haynes added, “If we have Village Green at the corner of Park Hayrides, lic.” after-school programs…we can pos- Avenue and Front Street will be dedi- The booth will have safety pam- Hort Street resident Bill Brown Ponyrides, phlets available to the public free of sibly save some of those children” cated as Alan Augustine Memorial ILLIAMS URSERY charge. Officers will also use the desk said that residents should not vote for from having to be kept at the facility. Park in memory of the former Scotch Haunted House as a stopping point on their patrol, to the incumbent candidates in place of The forum is scheduled for re- Plains Mayor and State Assembly- & The Gift House use the telephone and fill out reports. a referendum. broadcast on local stations among man who died two years ago. A foun- www.williams-nursery.com Now Open A flu clinic will be held at Borough The council will meet in confer- the municipalities of Union County. tain presently being constructed in 524 Springfield Ave Hall on Tuesday, October 21, from 6 to ence on Tuesday, October 21, at 8 At press time, details regarding the the center of the park will also be Westfield • 908-232-4076 Details online 7:30 p.m. p.m. rebroadcast were unavailable. unveiled, said Councilwoman Malool. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, October 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Candidate Campaign Release - Westfield Solutions Sought for Teens And the Downtown Area WESTFIELD – Responding to gather in the downtown area at night concerns from residents and mer- are good kids, Mr. Ciarrocca did note chants about large numbers of teen- that the amount of damage and van- agers congregating in the downtown dalism has increased recently, with business area, Third Ward Republi- one shop suffering about $30,000 in can Town Council Candidate Mark damage last year. He also noted that Ciarrocca has outlined a mutually many teens are from neighboring beneficial strategy to address the towns, and that at times, groups of needs of both groups. teens can intimidate people from fre- “It would be easy to say that we quenting shops and restaurants. need to crack down on teenagers “The growing number of teens who use the downtown area as a hang hanging out downtown is becoming out, but I think we should approach a significant issue,” said Mr. the issue by developing positive al- Ciarrocca. “We need to ensure that ternatives for teens through public/ our downtown area remains vibrant Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times private partnerships with organiza- and that Westfield continues to be a Lauren S. Pass for The Westfield Leader and The Times FREEHOLDERS VISIT...Union County Freeholders Alexander Mirabella, tions such as the “Y” and working desirable place to live in the future. ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL...Democrat candidate for State Assembly in left, and Chester Holmes visited the offices of The Westfield Leader and The with groups like the Downtown The police will always have a role to District 21, Ellen Steinberg, left, talks with Democrat First Ward Westfield Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times while out on the campaign trail last weekend. Town Council candidate Maureen Kehoe Rothfelder at a meet and greet event Westfield Corporation. We also need play with teens who get out of hand, on Tuesday night. to collaborate with adjoining mu- but I believe we have the resources to Candidate Campaign Release - County nicipalities and teenagers’ parents,” provide positive outlets for our chil- said Mr. Ciarrocca. dren so that our teens can interact Candidate Campaign Release - Fanwood County DEMs Promise “Most of these teens are simply socially with each other without nega- looking for something fun to do in tively impacting the downtown area the evening hours, and, unfortunately, that is the heart of Westfield’s Spirit of Cooperation Leaves Commitment to Open Space they are the most underserved group economy.” in town. Through my work as a mem- “This can be a win-win for all No Room for Partisan Politics ber of the Board of the Westfield Y, I parties involved and I look forward COUNTY – The Union County in every community and $6 million know we can do more to provide to working with the business com- Democrat Freeholder candidates for Project Pocket Parks. FANWOOD – A spirit of coopera- Differences of opinion are valued pledged to continue their commit- activities and programs for our teens munity, with neighboring towns and tion and bi-partisanship has marked and respected.” “We created the ‘Field of Dreams’ - giving them a better outlet than the with local Westfield organizations to ment to protecting open space, im- program to expand and create much the discussions and decisions of the “One of the personal goals I set for downtown.” better serve our teens for the mutual proving parks and recreational fa- needed athletic fields throughout Fanwood Borough Council under the myself when I was first elected mayor While stressing that most teens who benefit of everyone.” cilities and preserving historic re- Union County,” said Board of Cho- leadership of Mayor Lou Jung. was to always encourage the kind of sources if re-elected to the Board of sen Freeholders Chairwoman “Since the start of my first term as dialogue that enables the council to Chosen Freeholders on Tuesday, Scanlon. “From little league fields in Candidate Campaign Release – District 22 mayor,” said Mr. Jung, “I have worked achieve a clear consensus,” explained November 4. Kenilworth, to a baseball complex in to develop a spirit of cooperation Mr. Jung. “In order for each of us to The Democrat team includes in- Linden, we made a commitment to Legal Appeal and Senate Campaign among council members, regardless make an informed decision, it’s im- cumbents Deborah Scanlon, of safe parks and more recreational fa- of their political party affiliation. portant to have all the facts avail- Union; Alexander Mirabella, of cilities in every town.” Will Continue Independently That’s why it’s been possible for us able.” Fanwood; and Chester Holmes, of Mr. Holmes cited the “Preserve to get things done in the borough.” This climate of mutual respect has Rahway. Union County” initiative, which is For example, there is bi-partisan yielded positive results from the SCOTCH PLAINS – Mayor Mar- “This appeal will be an opportu- representation on every major coun- Mayor’s perspective. During the past “In 2000, the people of Union making up to $500,000 in matching tin Marks of Scotch Plains, the Re- nity for the Court to see the danger in County voted overwhelmingly to grants available to fund historic pres- cil-sponsored committee. Mr. Jung four years of municipal budget de- publican candidate for the State Sen- their decision of last year and correct cited the Shared Services Commit- liberations, Democratic and Repub- approve the Open Space, Recreation ervation efforts throughout the ate in District 22, has announced that or amend their decision so that this and Historic Preservation Trust Fund. county. “Our historic commitment tee that includes the Mayor, Coun- lican Council members voted unani- an appeal will be filed with the New type of political shenanigans will not cilmen Mike Brennan and Andy mously in favor of introducing a Experts said it would take 10 years to to the goals of the voter-approved Jersey Supreme Court Tuesday morn- recur on a regular basis,” continued preserve 100 acres from develop- Trust Fund includes preserving our Calamaras, as well as the Downtown budget. In three out of the past four ing, October 14, challenging the Mr. Marks. “The potential for abuse Redeveloper Negotiating Commit- years, at least one Democrat ulti- ment – we accomplished that goal in rich history,” he said. lower court ruling that has allowed has proven itself out. In addition, this less than three years,” said Mr. Through the Trust Fund initiatives tee that brings together borough pro- mately voted in favor of the final disgraced incumbent Democrat Sena- appeal will send a clear message to fessionals with three Mayor and budget. Mirabella, chairman of the Free- and other projects, the Democrat team tor Joseph Suliga to be replaced by the legislature that if the statutes holder Trust Fund Committee. continues to protect open space, pro- Council representatives – Jung, “Fanwood council members re- his handpicked successor Nick governing this recurring scenario Brennan, and Council President spect each other’s opinions, whether Further demonstrating their com- vide recreational opportunities and Scutari after the statutory 48 day pre- need to be tightened up then it should mitment to open space and recre- preserve historic landmarks. Whitaker. Previously Councilwoman we agree with each other or not, and Election Day deadline. be done in an expeditious manner.” Kathy Mitchell, along with Jung and that makes it possible for us to work ation, Freeholders Scanlon, Mirabella “This commitment is just one of Mayor Marks stated, “This move to “While our legal team takes these and Holmes have worked to provide the ways we are delivering services, Whitaker, served on the Committee well together,” he continued. “Parti- go forward with the appeal is much issues on before the court on behalf that reviewed the four downtown sanship is minimized and that’s in new and improved athletic fields in safety and results for Union County bigger than the Marks for Senate cam- of not only my campaign, but also on 20 towns, playground improvements families,” Mrs. Scanlon said. developer bids and selected the ulti- the best interests of Fanwood. If re- paign. After last year’s decision to behalf of the integrity of the New mate winner, Landmark Communi- elected, I look forward to continuing allow the Torricelli for Lautenberg Jersey electoral process, I will still ties. to lead the Council with that spirit.” flip-flop, after the deadline, we feel be on the campaign trail talking to “All opinions have the right to be Also seeking re-election in that a dangerous precedent has been the voters of District 22 about impor- expressed in a forum that allows Fanwood on the Republican ticket set. In last year’s Supreme Court de- tant issues. I will continue to speak to them to be heard,” said the mayor. are Council President Joel Whitaker cision, the court stated that they viewed them about the need for property tax “That’s what democracy is all about. and Councilman David Trumpp. the flip-flop as an isolated incident, reform and a return to a fair and not likely to occur again. Well, here balanced program of school aid allo- Jim Hely we are one year later and the Supreme cation to all municipalities. I will WEISEMANHELY Court’s foresight has been proven continue to promote serious changes Former Gov. Byrne Hosts G wrong. The exact same situation has to the ethical guidelines that govern DI IOIA arisen with the Democrats finding all elected officials in the state.” See us in the Verizon Yellow Pages. themselves with a flawed candidate “I will also remind our citizens Fundraiser for FW Dems A PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OF Only 1 of 40 lawyers is a caught in scandalous headlines, on that it was the McGreevey Adminis- CERTIFIED TRIAL LAWYERS* Supreme Court Certified Trial Lawyer. the verge of losing a seat once thought tration and Senate and Assembly FANWOOD – Former New Jersey mayoral candidate Colleen Mahr and Governor Brendan Byrne, with As- Fanwood Borough Council candi- INJURY CASES (908) 789-9000 of as a sure win.” Democrats who froze municipal aid and cut the Property Tax Saver Re- semblywoman Linda Stender, Chair- dates Jack Molenaar and Donna bates at a time when they should woman of the Fanwood Democratic Dolce, was well-attended and brought have been taking the steps so munici- Committee, held a successful out supporters from Fanwood and palities and school districts would fundraiser for Fanwood Democratic neighboring communities. Alan Greenspan doesn’t make not have to rely solely on property candidates at the Plainfield Country “I’ve known Colleen Mahr all her taxes as much as they are forced to,” Club on October 9. life and I’m excited for her to be- Mayor Marks concluded. The reception, in honor of Fanwood come the next Mayor of Fanwood,” said Governor Byrne. “With her solid house calls, but I do. professional background in govern- ment and the dedication she has The Federal Reserve Chairman manages our nation’s economy by analyzing and responding to its needs. HOMEshown throughout the years, Colleen Much like our country, your household has its own operating “economy”. And, like Mr. Greenspan, you Mahr has the right credentials and HEALTH SOLUTIONS passion to lead Fanwood. I wish her, probably don’t like budget shortages. The first step towards controlling your household economy, and Jack and Donna good luck as they stabilizing your financial condition, is the creation of a workable budget. 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COUNTY – Union County Clerk up to 3 p.m. on Monday, November as well as the 2004 Candidates’ Debate Also, be sure not to miss Festifall Joanne Rajoppi will open her of- 3. are debuting this month as part of with Peri Soldati and her daughter, fice on Saturday, November 1 from “By opening the office on the Westfield TV-36’s October program- Amanda, and a new Coffee with a 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for voters seeking Saturday before the election, as we ming schedule. Conscience. Festifall is slated for last minute absentee ballots for the have done for many years, we hope The new line up includes the pre- Mondays and Wednesdays at 12:30 Tuesday, November 4 General Elec- to assist citizens whose working mier episodes of Cooking Thyme with p.m., and 11:33 p.m., and Coffee with tion. The office will be open as a hours or other commitments keep David Martone and Make you Wanna a Conscience is slated for Fridays at public service for voters seeking them from applying during the work Dance with John Russitano. 10:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., absentee ballot applications due to week,” Ms. Rajoppi said. Cooking Thyme airs on Fridays at and on Sundays at 9:30 p.m. an inability to vote at the polls. Voters will be able to drop-off 9:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m. and “This is a great October lineup, with “Every voter should have the op- completed absentee ballots at the 1:30 a.m. (Sat.), and on Sundays at interesting new shows and important portunity to cast his or her ballot County Clerk’s Office. This op- 8:30 p.m. and 1:30 a.m. (Mon.). coverage of the Town Council Candi- for state legislature, county free- tion, initiated last fall, allows vot- Make you Wanna Dance airs on date debates,” said Eileen O’Donnell, holder or local offices,” Ms. Rajoppi ers to pick up their ballots, fill out Fridays at 10 a.m., 3 p.m., 9 p.m. and chair of the TV-36 Advisory Board. said. “We want to ensure that even their votes in privacy and drop them 2 a.m. (Sat.), and on Sundays at 9 p.m. “Next month, we’ll unveil more new those who have a last-minute in a secure, locked box – all at the and 2 a.m. (Mon.). programming, including a 60-minute change of plans can have a chance same office through 3 p.m. Novem- Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times to vote.” ber 3. The Candidates Forum, with com- documentary of 9-11 from a Westfield LIGHTS ON AFTER SCHOOL!…The Westfield Y celebrated Lights After plete coverage of the recent debate perspective titled “Westfield Remem- By law, mail in applications can- “This procedure makes voting School! Day on October 9. The Y received proclamations from the town, state more accessible, particularly for between all eight council candidates, bers,” as well as some traditional holi- and county for their current and future work with after school childcare not be accepted if they are post- airs on Mondays and Wednesdays at day programming such as the tree programs. Pictured from the left are: Union County Freeholder Mary Ruotolo, marked after Tuesday, October 28. our senior citizens,” Ms. Rajoppi 7:57 a.m., 1:27 p.m. and 7 p.m. lighting ceremony at the the train sta- Westfield Mayor Gregory McDermott, Westfield Y Executive Director Mark Walk-in applications are accepted said. “It used to be that voters could Other programming includes a new tion.” Eslasser, Westfield Y Board President Darielle Walsh, and Lights Out Director pick up absentee ballots at the episode of Second Season focusing on For a complete October program- Diane Genco. Clerk’s Office but had to drive exercise for the over-50 crowd. It airs ming schedule, please check the bulle- Cannonball House to across town to deliver them to the on Fridays at 8:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 7:30 tin board on TV-36 or visit the website Showcase Ball Gowns Board of Elections. As a conse- p.m. and 12:30 a.m. (Sat.), and on at http://www.westfieldtoday.com/ Westfield Rotary Club quence, many people were incon- Sundays at 7:30 p.m. and 12:30 a.m. WestfieldCommunityTelevision.html. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Osborn venienced and delayed.” Cannonball House (circa 1760), lo- Completed ballots will be kept in To Collect Used Bicycles cated at 1840 Front Street in Scotch a secure lockbox under the control FW Recycling Center to Plains, will again participate in the of the Union County Board of Elec- WESTFIELD – On Saturday, Oc- sewing machines, and sporting goods Union County’s Annual “4 CENTU- tions, who will pick them up for tober 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the equipment. RIES IN A WEEKEND” to be held counting. Accept Old American Flags Westfield Rotary Club will be col- In continuing effort to recycle bi- Saturday, October 18, from 10 a.m. The Clerk’s office has processed lecting used bicycles for Pedals for cycles properly, the Westfield Ro- to 5 p.m. and Sunday, October 19, more than 900 absentee ballot ap- FANWOOD – The Fanwood- 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Progress at the Board of Education tary Club will donate the bicycles to from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. plications to date for the general Scotch Plains Recycling Association Flags should be kept separate from building located at 302 Elm Street, Petals for Progress, which ships them The Museum will be showing an election and expects the number to is offering a new service to the textiles for recycling. on the corner of Walnut Street. to developing countries in Latin extensive collection of beautiful ball exceed 1,500 by Election Day. Vot- Fanwoodians and residents of neigh- The center accepts old newspa- This will mark the seventh year of America, Africa, and the Pacific Is- gowns dating from the Civil War thru ers who need absentee ballots boring towns. pers, mixed paper, magazines, old the Rotary’s bike collection on be- lands. In these countries, the bicycles the 1920’s, along with many acces- should apply as soon as possible to: Anyone with an old, worn out, books, corrugated paper and card- half of the Pedals for Progress orga- are reconditioned by partner agen- sories relating to the same time pe- Office of the County Clerk, Union American flag may bring it to the board boxes; aluminum and tin cans; nization. cies and distributed at low cost to riod. County Courthouse, 2 Broad Street, Fanwood Recycling Center. The As- glass bottles; used clothing, blankets “Anyone with a bike in repairable poor working adults to give them All the gowns are from the collec- Room 113, Elizabeth. Regular of- sociation, with the assistance of the and draperies; used motor oil and condition, adults or childrens, is urged reliable transportation for commut- tion of the Cannonball House Mu- fice hours are Monday through Fri- American Legion, will see to it that household batteries. Old aluminum to donate the bike to this worthy ing to work, for transporting produce seum. day, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. the flags are honorably disposed of items such as screens, gutters and cause,” said event organizer Warren to market or for accessing health in accordance with officially recom- downspouts are also accepted, as are Rorden. care and other services. mended directions. Flags can be computer ink and laser cartridges. This year, Rotary will also accept Last year, the Westfield Rotary brought to the Fanwood Recycling The Recycling Association is a tools, especially wrenches, portable collected 150 bicycles, which were Center on North Avenue in Fanwood non-profit organization composed of donated to the program. DEEGAN on Wednesdays or Saturdays between over 20 local groups. The groups Donations towards shipping costs depend on funds raised by sales of Coffee to be Held in are also encouraged. recyclable materials. Purchasers of FW with Sen. Corzine “It averages $30 to collect, pro- Family Investors Plans the materials process them into new cess, ship, rebuild, and distribute a paper goods, bottles and cans or in FANWOOD -- The Fanwood bicycle,” explained Mr. Rorden. ROOFING Talk on Social Security other products like insulation in win- Democrats invite the public to join A donation toward shipping costs FANWOOD – On Tuesday, Octo- ter clothing. them for “Coffee and Corzine.” is suggested at $10 per bicycle. All ber 21, at 10:30 a.m., Family Inves- The Recycling Center is open to The event featuring United States cash and material donations are fully tors Company of Fanwood will spon- residents of neighboring towns in Senator Jon Corzine will be held at tax deductible. COMPANY sor a meeting at The Chelsea at addition to Fanwood residents. The the home of Union County Free- Petals for Progress collects more Fanwood, located at 295 South Av- center is open on Wednesdays and holder, Alexander and Phyllis than 11,000 bicycles annually and enue. Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mirabella, 11 Tillotsen Road, has shipped more than 65,000 to 20 Robert Vittolo, a Social Security Fanwood on Saturday, October 18 developing countries. from 9 to 11 a.m. 908-322-6405 Administration representative, will The Westfield Rotary supports discuss the current Social Security Westfield PD Offers Hosts for the event are Assembly- Petals for Progress as an interna- system, pending legislation and how Halloween Safety woman Linda Stender, Democratic tional effort, and has for many years it will affect Medicare, and upcom- Candidates, Colleen Mahr, for mayor, supported local projects as the Schol- ing changes in the system. He will be Trick-or-Treat Bags Jack Molenaar and Donna Dolce, for arships Program and the Humanitar- Tear-Offs • Re-Roofs available to answer questions after WESTFIELD – The Westfield council. ian Dinner. his presentation. 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Fax: 908-301-0843 Fax: 908-518-0803 Visit our website at: www.weddingsatpantagis.com www.townbank.com CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 4 Thursday, October 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Fanwood Mayor Counters Recent ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ Scotch Plains – Fanwood The Westfield Leader TIMES Leader/Times Editorial on Redevelopment — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— The Times was correct in believing ment develop their budgets and present DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood that the Redevelopment Act of New a bill to the town, which must pay that TM Jersey was a good thing. It was and it is. bill. If someone says they’re not going to DD and the Township of Scotch Plains Diction Deception Member of: Member of: While we can’t talk about Princeton, pay the county tax – for example, to New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association or for that matter, Westfield, we can talk protest the Democrat Freeholders’ 21 National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association about Fanwood. And we have applied percent Fanwood tax increase over the Below are four arcane words, each Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association the Redevelopment Act exactly as it last two years – the town has to pay the with four definitions – only one is cor- rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey should be. county anyway. Property Not Productive: You said: Second, a PILOT is not part of the sharp enough to discern this deception P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue of diction? Westfield, N.J. 07091 “This law is being applied to some of the Redevelopment Act. It’s under a sepa- Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 most valuable and highly productive rate law, and is one of a number of If you can guess one correctly – good Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 property in our state.” potential tools available to assist in rede- guess. If you get two – well-read indi- vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at Not in Fanwood. The downtown block velopment. In some cases, a PILOT may on which redevelopment is proposed is be absolutely necessary; virtually all of you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 more than two-thirds idle, with a num- Jersey City’s redevelopment required a free time! PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. ber of buildings which appear to the PILOT. In other cases, it may not be All words and correct definitions naked eye to be unsafe. It has been – and justified. come from the board game Diction Michelle H. Le Poidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte probably still is – affected by environ- A PILOT may be a good deal in cer- Deception. A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR mental concerns. This is hardly “some tain situations. Consider this hypotheti- Answers to last week’s arcane Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo of the most valuable and highly produc- cal: The tax on a parcel of property words. COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING & PRODUCTION tive property in our state.” before development is $200,000. As part 1. Baccate – Bearing berries Lauren S. Pass Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly No Fodder: You were wrong, too, in of a redevelopment project, which does 2. Nisus – An effort or endeavor ASSIGNMENT EDITOR OFFICE MANAGER MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS saying the “Redevelopment Act makes not increase the school population, a 3. Lavolta – An old dance somewhat Ben Corbin fodder of the Planning Board, Board of $500,000 PILOT over five years is agreed resembling the waltz Adjustment, Master Plan and Zoning to. The town now has $300,000 more to 4. Arachis – The common peanut SUBSCRIPTION PRICE SERVICES Regulations.” meet its own budget needs as well as to One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 Nothing could be farther from the pay the county and school district. De- BRUMMAGEM truth. At its heart, the Redevelopment monstrably, the residents of the town are 1. Anything cheap and gaudy such as Plan is an amendment to the Zoning better off than they were before the imitation jewelry Ordinance. It is proposed by the council property was redeveloped, because they 2. A medieval cannon on wheels Leader/Times Stands By Editorial and must, by law, be referred to the will pay a lower total tax bill than they 3. A nagging, scolding woman Planning Board for comment. Fanwood’s would have if redevelopment had not 4. Small number; insufficiency Planning Board held more then 10 meet- occurred. VAFROUS ings dealing with our Downtown Rede- Pay to Play: The Times states that 1. Salty; saline On Redevelopment Act Application velopment Plan. The Plan is simply a “Hundreds of thousands of dollars in 2. Nomadic; roving zoning ordinance that establishes zon- legal and professional fees are awarded 3. Not capable of being measured or After short comment, The Westfield Leader and The citizens about what is going on – just read the letters ing regulations for the affected area. without due course of competition or weighed Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times is yielding the editorial this week. We feel that our leaders should understand Zoning regulations are not handed public review.” 4. Crafty or cunning page this week to the mayors of Westfield and Fanwood. the sentiment of the residents and not dismiss it. We down from Mount Sinai. They can be, The standard practice in New Jersey DIAPHANOUS and are, changed by municipalities for a government, for better or worse, is to 1. Producing dew We thank them for providing their comments. feel that government is for the people and by the number of reasons. Scotch Plains, for award professional service contracts 2. Transparent or translucent We stand by our editorial of last week entitled people – not that which is deemed legal by special instance, changed the zoning for some without bidding. This is true for two 3. Wanting; needy “Redevelopment Law is Being Misapplied, Needs counsel. In the final analysis, we’re confident that southside property from light industrial reasons: (1) The quality of professional 4. Discolored or blackened as if by to residential. Likewise, by statute, the services is hard to quantify, and (2) it’s burning Test in Court.” This is a statewide situation not our leaders will act as such. Master Plan must be revised at least a way to acknowledge your supporters. BAWBEE created by us nor one that we savor. Scores of letters, Because of the length and importance of Mayor every six years. There’s little doubt why Democrat 1. An old work horse hundreds of Emails and phone calls from our readers Louis Jung’s response, the type size is small to Once the Council and Planning Board governors and municipalities give this 2. An Eskimo coat made of bird feath- have reviewed a redevelopment plan, type of business to law firms with people ers required us to comment on the local impact. enable it to be published in entirety. Mayor Gregory the Council adopts it in an open public like John Lynch, the former New 3. Wobbling or walking in a swaying We have been reporting on this subject for years, McDermott considered matters for a few days and hearing. Please note: “An open public Brunswick Democrat Senator, and Ray manner attending the meetings and researching related back- provided us Tuesday night with the letter below. We hearing.” This means that any member Lesniak, Union County Democrat Sena- 4. A half penny or small coin of the public may come to present testi- tor, while Republicans steer business to ground. It’s public record and available on the Internet. thank them both for reaching out to you and to us on mony or simply make an emotional ap- firms that include people like former See More Letters on In our view, there is considerable concern by the this matter. peal to the Council before the plan is Gov. Donald DiFrancesco. adopted. I suspect that both types of firms give Pages 5 and 16 The Zoning Board of Adjustment has equally good representation to their cli- no role in any matter unless a party is ents. But if someone doesn’t like this, WF Mayor McDermott Calls Editorial proposing to deviate from an adopted they should be supporting Sen. Tom Letters to the Editor zoning ordinance – whether that ordi- Kean’s bill to prohibit “pay to play.” The nance is a normal ordinance or a redevel- McGreevey administration has not al- Misguided, Misinformed, Wrong, Reckless opment plan. lowed the bill to come to a vote. Is the South Avenue Contrary to your assertion, the prop- Fanwood supported Kean’s bill ban- I am usually reluctant to challenge the editorial Mr. Powell are also completely unwarranted. Mr. erty tax laws are not null and void during ning “pay to play.” Fanwood’s Republi- Redevelopment policy of this newspaper but your recent editorial Powell was a Councilman in Princeton some thirty redevelopment. Redevelopment occurs cans have chosen to retain a Republican “Redevelopment Law is Being Misapplied, Needs (30) years ago. I do not think you mean to suggest all the time under full taxation. But even firm as its municipal attorney –but to Project A Done Deal? when some form of an abatement is used, retain a Democratic firm to work on the I was sent an e-mail from a nearby Test in Court” requires comment. that someone who served in local government thirty that is also done in full compliance with downtown redevelopment effort because resident who mentioned that the “South You have the right, as does any citizen of the State (30) years ago cannot work thirty (30) years later in the property tax laws of New Jersey. the Democratic firm has great compe- Side redevelopment project was a done of New Jersey, to disagree about the utilization of connection with a municipal project in another Selection of Developer: With regard tence in redevelopment. deal.” to the selection of a developer, public Risks and Liability: The Times states Is this true? If so, this decision con- New Jersey’s statutory scheme for redevelopment municipality in the State, or do you? As to the bidding laws, which require selection of the developer has no “risk or obligation, no flicts with a significant majority of and its application to municipally owned property in suggestion that there are improper ties between Mr. the lowest-cost qualified bidder, do not corporate guarantee, risk money or collat- Westfield residents who either don’t want the Town of Westfield. With that said, I believe your Goldsmith and Mr. Powell, you should know that apply – because redevelopment may not eral from the developer to support the the South Avenue project at all or have involve any cost to the municipality. enterprise and ensure project viability.” serious concerns and issues with what’s recent comments are misguided in part, misinformed Mr. Goldsmith’s firm did have a legal relationship In Fanwood, we followed a process That certainly is not the case in on the table now. Proof of this is at the in other areas and simply wrong on the law based with one of the other development finalists (but not similar to the public bidding process, but Fanwood. The developer has to carry all public hearings, where Westfield stake- upon the legal advice the Town Council of the Town HKT Nassau) and for that reason, he removed focused on selecting the best-qualified costs pertaining to the project, and no holders have voiced both opposition to developer. We prepared a request for bank is going to lend it money without a the project and objections to the current of Westfield has received. While you as a matter of himself from the entire decision making process. He qualifications and widely advertised its sizable downpayment. The developer designs and plans. Further evidence is your opinion regarding public policy may disagree, did not attend any meetings related to the selection availability. Four well qualified devel- will carry all the risk. Fanwood is NOT also documented in editorials and letters the Courts of New Jersey have held that the State’s of the developer nor did he participate in any way opers submitted their qualifications, a partner in the redevelopment effort. to The Westfield Leader. which included experience, financial At the end of the day, The Times states Residents deserve to hear a compel- redevelopment law was not only meant to apply to with the selection. The developer was chosen based data, and a concept plan based upon the “The developer…garners all profits if ling case from each of our elected offi- areas of urban blight, but also to encourage the upon recommendation of the Project Review Com- redevelopment ordinance. they happen and can sell his interest at cials as to why the South Avenue park- proper and sound growth of suburban and rural land mittee that I organized and which included not only To ensure the best developer was se- any time to anyone. The community ing deck is moving ahead with the out- lected, a special committee composed of loses all control.” standing issues not yet resolved (e.g., particularly open areas which, because of the condi- members of the Town Council but other citizens of the Mayor, one Council representative Certainly the developer gets the prof- review of the traffic studies, strain on tions, were stagnant and unproductive, and which in the Town who reviewed all of the developmental from each party, two members of the its, if there are any, and can sell his infrastructure, costs, safety concerns, the judgment of municipal authorities were poten- proposals that were submitted to the Town based Planning Board, and six Borough pro- interest at any time. That’s free enter- size, precedence for other projects in fessionals reviewed the submissions. prise and the right of any property owner. town...etc.) tially useful and valuable. The Planning Board and upon a public bidding process by which requests for Landmark Properties, the designated But the community has hopefully gained Given the scale and significance of Town Council made the decision when it designated proposals were solicited. Thereafter, the Town Coun- developer, was unanimously selected. a fine ratable, which sooner or later goes this project to our town, the mayor and the South Avenue and Prospect/Elm Street parking cil itself engaged in an intensive interview process Once the developer was selected, the to full taxation. And it has just as much council’s commitment to move forward council affirmed the selection. control as it would over any other private must be unequivocal and represent the lots as areas in need of redevelopment that the which involved detailed presentations by the final- While there is no statute dealing with project – and, if it has done its job views of their constitutes. Right now it utilization of municipally owned parking lots would ists in the selection process, and after much delibera- selection of a developer, most commu- correctly, even more. doesn’t. be more useful and valuable if developed in the tion, HKT Nassau was selected. nities follow a similar careful approach The “Jung administration” and the I urge you to reconsider it being a – although Fanwood may have relied Borough Council have supported an open, “done deal” until the issues have been manner which is currently proposed. Finally, I must note that your article in effect calls more than most on a broad-based advi- steady, deliberate course on downtown addressed. Then a responsible decision What is more disturbing, however, is your attack for the litigation to be pursued against the Town of sory committee. development for the last three years. can be made to move forward or not. on the process utilized by the Town Council in which Westfield. I believe this is not the proper role of Taxes and PILOTs: The Times claims The process has not been rushed. There “the developer avoids municipal, county have been many opportunities for Bill West you in effect impugn the integrity of the process. editorial journalism and borders on being reckless. and school taxes with…PILOT or Pay- public input, which has resulted in Westfield While you suggest that this process is taking place I respect the role that you have played in connection ment in Lieu of Taxes to the municipal- changes being made to the Downtown behind closed doors, only a very small portion of the with covering newsworthy events in the Town of ity.” There are several problems with Redevelopment Plan. The goal is to have Don’t Turn Our Town this statement. a downtown core commercial area, proceedings in connection with these projects has Westfield in the past and call upon you to act in a fair First, nobody – neither a developer with an adjacent residential component, Westfield Into Glorified been held in “closed session.” The process has been and unbiased fashion in connection with your re- nor a single-family homeowner – di- that Fanwood can be proud of, and Metro Park Station open and transparent and there has been significant porting on this important part of Westfield’s future rectly pays school taxes or county taxes. which will bring additional tax ratables. The school district and county govern- We are totally against any parking opportunity for public debate and comment. There going forward. Fanwood Mayor Lou Jung deck proposals in the Town of Westfield. will continue to be such opportunity until a final Westfield Mayor We think that these ideas will ruin the decision is made. Your attacks on Mr. Goldsmith and Gregory S. McDermott hometown feel of Westfield, which was one of the reasons why we moved to Letters to the Editor town. Driving around town at rush hour is difficult enough, why try to build SP Resident Supports Mayor Marks Letters to the Editor something that would potentially add Resident Says Financial Viability of hundreds of additional cars to town each day. For District 22 State Senate Seat Support Cited For The Town Council and Mayor should “There ought to be a law”…except in candidate was shown to be a sure loser. Redevelopment Needs to be Analyzed exhaust all ideas before even thinking New Jersey, of course. We have the law, The same thing is happening with Lighted Turf Field The financial viability of the Westfield These projects will increase the about building something like this. We but here it need not be followed. Mayor Martin Marks of Scotch Plains. I fully support the Westfield Recre- Redevelopment Parking Deck projects amount of people in the town, children understand that the Mayor and Town When Toricelli was nominated by his He was running against Mr. Suliga when ation Commission’s proposal to build a must include all costs of the projects going to school, people commuting to Council turned down a free Jitney bus party to run for the U. S. Senate some Suliga was accused of sexual harass- lighted turf field facility. such as a Performa does for any develop- work, privately operated vehicles, com- system, which would pick up commut- two years ago, people went to the polls in ment in Atlantic City and was subse- As a voting member and a taxpayer in ment project. In addition to the items mercial truck traffic, buses and trains, ers and drop them off at the train station. the primary and chose him as their rep- quently handcuffed by police after the town for the past 20 years, I beg of you mentioned in Cory’s message, I would more pedestrian-vehicular interaction Maplewood currently has this system in resentative, or candidate. Sometime later, scuffle. A replacement was named by to listen to the cry of the people of like to add the reduced life cycle costs of points, more traffic and congestion, place and it seems fine to me. How about it was reported that he allegedly ac- his party, a Mr. Scutari, 35 days or so Westfield. All parents of athlete kids are the town’s infrastructure due to addi- noise, air pollution, people requiring using the Memorial Pool parking areas cepted unlawful gifts and “other” before the election. praying for this. tional usage loads to sewer systems, public services, wear and tear on road- as a commuter parking lot ten months misdeeds…all of a sudden he was not a People in this area should be able to I spend a lot of my time on soccer water, electric, roadways, sanitary, etc. ways and infrastructure. These increases out of the year and use school parking viable candidate, was way down in the distinguish right from wrong and vote fields, being a soccer referee and being Further, how much more traffic will the will add to increased wait times at cor- lots the other two months while the pool polls and was going to lose the election. their conscience. Is this what the Ameri- the director of the referee mentor pro- parking decks, retail and residential add ner crossings, intersections, restaurants, is in use? Give some incentives to the So he backs out and resigns from the can way has become? gram in town, I get many opportunities to the present roadway network? Will stores, etc. These projects WILL impact commuter for using the system and have race. His party merely picks another Mayor Marks has served the township to see first hand that the conditions of additional traffic control systems be nec- and change the quality of life in the a shuttle dropping them off at the sta- candidate, our current junior senator in admirably for seven years and New Jer- our fields compared with all the other essary throughout the town, not just in town. tion. This will free up the parking in Washington. All this happened less than sey citizens would do well to vote him fields in the part of our state that I travel the local vicinity because of this addi- The projects are moving ahead by town. We also understand that many 48 days before the election. The problem into office as State Senator from Legis- to, are below average. On many occa- tional traffic load? How much addi- passing the earliest stage of any project, commuters will drive to Penn Station in is that New Jersey has a law that says you lative District 22. sions I been approached at the end of a tional commercial traffic will be gener- “the planning stage”. Traffic studies are Newark once the PATH train service is can’t switch horses less than 48 days George Tomkin game by the away coaches asking me if ated because of the development? How important; they allow you to determine restored, and then free up spaces in town before an election because the original Scotch Plains I could include in my referee report that much additional burden will public ser- what traffic control systems are required and reduce the wait list. the field was horrible and many kids vices be required to sustain in order for various development scenarios. Fi- As a Summit Avenue resident, the came close to get seriously hurt. I have support the projects; i.e. police, traffic nancial feasibility studies are impor- traffic on our and surrounding streets 44 referees in my crew, 32 of them are enforcement, sanitary, maintenance, tant, if they are performed correctly, for would significantly increase if the pro- between the ages of 14 to 19. The com- education, etc.? How more pollution will evaluating the financial feasibility of posed projects go through. The reason ments I hear from them are just as bad, be generated, air, trash, etc? How much any development. But, what about the why we purchased our home was to be especially from the individuals who are travel time will be added to commute items mentioned above, the items that is walking distance to town and transporta- refs as well as players. from one’s home to the train station and not included in these two studies? When tion. Building a parking deck could not One lighted, turf field will give time just getting around town? will they be evaluated? When will all the possibly help the values in our neighbor- for some of our other fields to receive What future impacts will the develop- residents and business people of the hood! Is the Mayor and Council pre- the attention and time needed to repair ments have on the town, like future large town be able to intelligently answer the pared to make up the difference in our and rebuild. commercial enterprises entering the in- question of whether they are willing to home values if they decline? How about Our children, the future of this town, creased town market? Increasing park- pay the opportunity costs associated with a home value impact study on properties need to have the necessary space to ing capacity will make the town more these development projects? surrounding the proposed decks? practice their favored sport. desirable to future large business con- The items mentioned above are sac- This issue has been discussed by pre- I must say that I am surprised to hear glomerates. This in turn may require the rosanct to determining whether all the vious residents and administrations for that four of our council representatives construction of additional parking struc- people of Westfield “want” the projects. many years and the reason why nothing are objecting this project, with little to tures to accommodate this additional Once we determine that, then we can was done about it is that the majority of no base to their objection. I’m reaching commercial activity. What impacts will determine whether the projects make the people do not want a parking deck. If to the four of you specifically, begging the projects have on the property values financial sense, and how to deal with the the Mayor and Council are so sure that you to please look at this project with an because of the change in town context, residual affects of the projects. Slow the majority of people in Town want open mind. Keep the kids present while vernacular and environment? What in- down, the projects are going too fast, parking decks why not leave it to the reconsidering. Investing in our kids is creased risks will the residents of the important steps are being skipped. people and vote on it? Don’t turn our the best investment for the future. Town into a glorified Metro Park! town and its children be subjected to as Fernando Martinez Pat Romano a result of increased traffic, pollution, Westfield Dave and Diane Cappiello Westfield and crime rates? Westfield CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 16, 2003 Page 5 Newsletter Sent to WF Residents FW DEM Team Wants Fair and Focuses on Community Survey Equal Access to Decision Making WESTFIELD – The Westfield Board help us chart the district’s next five- The Democratic Team of Mahr, Women Voters in August and subsequently, of Education’s newsletter, Emphasis, year strategic plan. We are pleased to Molenaar and Dolce are actively speak- to the Fanwood-Scotch Plains High School has been mailed to every household in have received such a good report ing to members of the community re- debate club in early September, requesting Westfield. In this fall issue, residents card from the community, and we are garding issues of mutual interest and three debates to be conducted over several can read about the results of the com- looking at ways in which we could concern. One of the most compelling weeks in a variety of forums. concerns addressed by our constituents Our Republican counterparts re- munity-wide survey conducted by the further help our students.” is the need for readily available and sponded to both the LWV and the board this past spring. The survey Dr. Foley thanked PTO members, timely information on key community Fanwood – Scotch Plains students that showed that 96 percent of the total the Board of Education and adminis- issues in order that they may cast an the earliest available date over a six- respondents rated the Westfield Public trators who volunteered their time to educated vote on Election Day. week period was Friday, October 24. We School system favorably. Several more hand deliver hundreds of surveys. He In response to this request, we believe find this late date to be totally unaccept- statistical responses regarding specific also thanked the residents who re- that one of the most effective methods to able as it leaves the public less than 10 areas of the school system are reported sponded to the questionnaire. Their showcase the similarities and differences days to view, read and/or react to the in the newsletter. participation, according to Dr. Foley, between the candidates is through an content of the debate. Superintendent of Schools Will- “makes a current analysis of our open public forum or debate. Specific challenges presented by such The Democratic Team, in response to a late date are the limited number of times iam J. Foley explained, “Every few schools possible.” this community request, submitted a pro- that the debate can be rebroadcast on our years, the State Department of Edu- If anyone has not received a copy posal, initially through the League of local Cable Channel and the limited cation requires school districts to of Emphasis, please call the School/ amount of time for the public to respond conduct surveys of their communi- Community Relations office of the or offer their comments regarding their Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Incumbents Should ties. This spring we distributed a 40- Westfield Public Schools at (908) PLAYING WITH PIXELS…Co-owner William Hauser of Snapshots of Westfield impressions of the issues presented. question survey to a random sample 789-4463. The complete survey re- on 222 East Broad Street concentrates intently last Saturday on computer Be Voted Out of Office Although we are not surprised by this of the community, not only to com- sults can be downloaded at photography enhancements for his customer. His father Fred focuses on film After all the “expensive studies” and tactic (last year’s debate occurred the ply with this mandate, but also to www.goleader.com/features/. based photography, supplies and services as well as new and used equipment. carefully worded promises, what will Friday before Election Day and never did Father and son enjoy working as a team in providing complete and creative benefit the majority of Westfield resi- make it into the print media), we are Union County Prosecutor Reminds photography services for the public. dents? Is the proposed development of appalled that the current administration garages, condos and retail establishments finds it acceptable to continue to limit the in the best interest of our town or to stuff amount of information available to the Residents to Remain Vigilant Westfield Resident Would Like to the bulging pockets of a selected few. public and opportunity to form an edu- While talking to a news reporter re- versity Police. Each of the 21 municipal Some council members have stated cated and informed decision. We actively cently about homicides in Union County, police departments provides two counter that they were elected by the citizens of encourage the public to take advantage of it occurred to me that many of us seem to terrorism coordinators to the task force. Know How to Get Mayor to Listen Westfield and know what is best but are the one opportunity to see both slates by have forgotten that 62 Union County resi- Members of the task force receive appro- afraid to put the question on the ballot. attending the debate in person at Fanwood dents were murdered two years ago, on priate training and are informed of vari- Thank you very much for keeping the My position is known. I do not want a Up to about 10 years ago, Westfield Borough Hall on Friday, October 24, September 11, 2001, just after they arrived ous courses that are available related to concerned citizens abreast of the newest parking deck or any other combination was a conservative and well run town; beginning at 8 p.m. or tuning into the live for work in New York City. They were counter terrorism. The purpose of the task information on the parking deck. of structures that will ruin the appeal of previous administrations turned thumbs broadcast on Cable Channel 35. murdered by terrorists who despise the force is to investigate threats and inci- the town I live in. I can easily point to down on a parking garage to preserve the The Democratic Team of Mahr, American way of life and want to destroy dents, and report them to law enforce- properties that have compromised the suburban appeal of Westfield. Molenaar and Dolce is committed to everything our country stands for. The ment agencies, both State and Federal. A WF Resident Wants beauty of our town. The current parking situation at the ensuring that all community members misguided crusade of these terrorists to considerable amount of training is of- The mayor has certainly been ex- train station can be solved by requiring will have fair and equal access to deci- prevent us from seeking the values and fered to these individuals to help better To Save the Benjamin tremely smug in his attitude toward rep- two commuters per car (hire two people sions that effect their lives. We believe prosperity we cherish continues unabated protect the citizens of Union County. It is resenting “all” the people of Westfield. and a computer to match people) which it is unconscionable that these types of to this day, with the same brutal intensity. important that we all keep our eyes and Pierson House He is riding roughshod over most of the would cut the parking fee in half and cut tactics are used in order to avoid an open We must not become complacent in our ears open for unusual activity that may We are in danger of losing Westfield’s citizens. I will do whatever I can to vote down on traffic and pollution. and public forum to discuss the issues efforts to protect ourselves. We have appear suspicious. It is generally known oldest originally sited home (ca. 1689), him out. The current town council have made and concerns of the community. We are learned from the experts that it will be that terrorists will not attack a facility yes 1689, that’s not a typo…this dwell- The massive structure now being built up their minds and we will get two dedicated to the principle of an open and citizens spotting unusual activity in their without having surveilled it two or three ing known as the Benjamin Pierson House on Central Avenue at Park Avenue is not garages, high density condos, traffic and inclusive government. We will put day-to-day lives, or local law enforcement times prior to the attack. They may do so is 314 years old. The Miller-Cory is a finished and the impact studies have legal fees that may arise in the future. Fanwood First! officers who are often the first to discover by taking photographs or videotaping youngster at 263 years of age. This home never been shown or talked about. How Regardless of your political persua- Fanwood Democrat Candidates terrorist activity. Only through continuous sensitive sites. We should all be aware at 231 Benson Place is for sale and has no will that buildings population and place- sion, the incumbents must be voted our Colleen Mahr for Mayor communication and cooperation between that terrorists do exist and that the threat protective covenants to protect it. If re- ment impact South Avenue? Is the cur- of office if you are against changing Jack Molenaar for Council the public and law enforcement can we is ongoing. We must not forget what cent history is any indication, a devel- rent town administration so blind to what Westfield forever. Donna M. Dolce for Council keep our children and grandchildren safe happened on September 11, 2001, nor oper will purchase it, demolish it and the long-term problems will be? Mas- Bill Brown for years to come. should we let ourselves become compla- build two homes in its place. sive traffic jams. Pollution. Quality of Westfield The Union County Prosecutor’s Office cent. We in Union County are here for I have attempted to reach out to our life. Unbearable taxes. Obviously not. It has established the Union County Counter you, all working together for the common historically inclined leaders to no avail. is not what is good for Westfield and the The James Ward Mansion Terrorism Task Force. The task force is goal to protect the lives of our families I was told by the Mayor that we have no citizens. It is about their egos. You call comprised of law enforcement officers and friends. Please remain vigilant and money for an acquisition, but in a town anyone a skeptic if they think there should of Westfield from the Union County Prosecutor’s Of- contact your local police department if as wealthy as Westfield there has to be a be a separation between the builders and fice, the Union County Sheriff’s Office, you observe anything suspicious. means to save this important historical the group studying the traffic impact. Available for your next Party, Union County Police, Union County De- Theodore Romankow treasure. Any reasonable person would come to partment of Corrections and Kean Uni- Union County Prosecutor I am urging the citizens of Ye Olde that conclusion. Wedding or Special Event Colonial Westfield to come forward in- In closing, I would like to know how Wedding or Special Event dividually or collectively to save this to have the mayor listen. Once again I Fanwood Mayor Jung Responds house for the future generations of our think his ego has cut off his ability to wonderful town. “It’s our Heritage.” hear. To Letter from Jack Molenaar Robert Jonas Richard Dobra I would like to respond to a Letter to were held by the “Jung administration” Westfield Westfield the Editor from Jack Molenaar, Demo- to discuss downtown revitalization, and cratic Council candidate, on October 9th, that “most of the meetings have been referencing downtown development. behind closed doors”. This is totally Re Elect Pete Echausse Mr. Molenaar’s letter left out facts untrue! The 22 meetings were ALL pub- and information that could lead readers lic and are documented by minutes. They Contact David Martone to an incorrect conclusion regarding part were not held by the “Jung administra- of the downtown development. He de- tion”, but by the Planning Board, and the Our Councilman Pete 908-232-5445 clared that downtown developer, Land- Mayor and Council sitting as the Gov- 908-232-5445 mark Communities, was “handpicked.” erning Body. Many of the comments Mr. Molenaar knows full well that this is made by the public at these meetings The Mansion is a great place to book your not the case. The facts are that Landmark were incorporated by the Planning Board EEcchhaauussssee was one of four bidders. All bids and and the Borough Council into the adopted Company Christmas Party bidders were thoroughly reviewed by a Downtown Redevelopment Plan. Developer Selection Committee consist- Mr. Molenaar, in discussing the 25- Call David for details. ing of bi-partisan Borough Council rep- unit apartment building proposed in 1999, resentation, the Chairman and Vice failed to mention that it would have been Chairman of the Planning Board, and six placed on 1.2 acres. The present plan Borough professionals. After more than proposes 50 high-end townhouses on two months of review, this Committee about 3.5 acres. This would be a density unanimously selected Landmark after equivalent to the existing townhouses on having ranked them first, or tied for first, the west side of Second Street. in the nine selection criteria set by the Lou Jung Committee. Mayor of Fanwood Mr. Molenaar stated that 22 meetings TRATTORIA DO YOU HAVE TO GO TO COURT?

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On the second Wednesday of every month you are cordially invited to join us for a four course dinner followed by an evening of jazz.

The evening will commence with a four-course dinner beginning at 6:30pm. Music will follow from 8:00-10:00pm. Guests will be served an assortment of appetizers, a seasonal salad, a choice of entrees tailor-made for each event, desserts and cappuccino or espresso.

dinner served at 6:30pm music from 8:00 - 10:00pm On November 4, vote James M. Foerst for Town Council RESERVATIONS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED The change we need today. The fresh ideas we need for tomorrow. e-mail: [email protected] Paid for by Foerst for Council • Priscilla Mann, Treasurer • 642 Downer Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 6 Thursday, October 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Annual Umbrella Gala Set To Benefit CSH Patients MOUNTAINSIDE – The 16th spectacular spaces and supporting Annual Umbrella Gala to benefit the young patients who need it the Children’s Specialized Hospital will most,” she added. be held on Saturday, November 1, at The event is also under the leader- the Regent Wall Street in New York ship of Advancement Committee City. Chairmen Paul Lamb and Rocco The black-tie fundraiser ball will Mangiarano, both of Engelhard Cor- include cocktails, dinner and a luxury poration, based in Iselin. silent auction. Dinner will be fol- Top sponsors for the Umbrella Gala lowed by a special performance by include CIT, Engelhard Corporation American tenor Michael Amante, a and Pfizer Inc. The evening will also recording artist and the star of nu- pay special tribute to CIT in recogni- merous radio and television broad- tion of its 15 plus years of support for casts. the hospital. The event will also honor CIT “CIT has been a true partner for MR. AND MRS. PATRICK M. CONNOR, JR. Group Inc., based in Livingston, our foundation, dedicated to helping (She is the former Miss Amy Kathryn Knost) which has supported the hospital our kids live their best lives,” said Dr. through significant financial contri- Alex Giaquinto, Chairman of the MR. AND MRS. BRIAN WILLIAM BUTLER butions and volunteer leadership. Children’s Specialized Hospital (She is the former Miss Susan Elizabeth Petrino) “The gala is a wonderful event that Foundation’s Board of Trustees. makes a tremendous impact for the Sponsorship levels and individual Miss Amy Kathryn Knost children at the hospital,” said Gemma tickets are still available. For more Lyons, Chairwoman of the gala plan- information, please call Theresa Miss Susan E. Petrino ning committee. Leinker at the Children’s Special- Weds Patrick M. Connor, Jr. “We look forward to enjoying the ized Hospital Foundation at (908) evening in one of New York’s most 301-5463. Miss Amy Kathryn Knost of who were junior groomsmen. The Marries Brian W. Butler Westfield, the daughter of the Rever- bridal attendants wore burgundy, A- end and Mrs. Jan Knost of line dresses with spaghetti straps and Miss Susan Elizabeth Petrino, the were the bridegroom’s sister, Miss Miller-Cory to Participate Charlestown, R.I., was married on carried bouquets of ivory roses. daughter of Dr. and Mrs. William Kelly Butler of Williamsburg, Va., Saturday, September 27, to Patrick Michael Arce of Rhinebeck, N.Y. Petrino of Westfield, was married on along with Miss Elizabeth Cooke of Michael Connor, Jr., also of was the best man. Garrett Smith of Saturday, April 12, to Brian William Baltimore, Md., Miss Kacey Colona In ‘Four Centuries’ Event Westfield. He is the son of Mr. and Scottsdale, Ariz. and Michael Boscia Butler. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. of Williamsburg, Va. and Miss Kate WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory historic sites this weekend in celebra- Mrs. Patrick Connor, Sr. of of Bonita Springs, Fla. served as William Butler of Clifton, Va. Jaeckle of Arlington, Va., friends of House Museum is among 22 museums tion of Arts and Humanities Month. Mechanicsburg, Pa. groomsmen. All were college room- The morning ceremony took place at the bride. that are scheduled to participate in During the event, entitled “Four The late afternoon ceremony took mates of the bridegroom who lived the First United Methodist Church of All wore two-piece periwinkle free, two-day tours of Union County’s Centuries in a Weekend,” the Miller- place at the Weekapaug Chapel in together while attending the Univer- Westfield, with the Reverend Edward gowns and carried bouquets of white Cory House Museum will be open Westerly, R.I., with the bride’s fa- sity of Arizona. The bridegroom’s Carll officiating. A reception followed hydrangea. Lions Club Announces from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, ther, the Reverend Jan Vickory Knost, nieces, Miss Julia Locy and Miss at the Park Savoy in Florham Park. Joseph Lataille of Ashburn, Va., a October 18, and from noon to 5 p.m. officiating at the nuptials. The bride’s Alison Locy, were flower girls. Escorted by her father, the bride college friend of the bridegroom, Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, October 19. choice for her entrance music was an The rings were custom designed wore a floor-length silk gown, with a was the best man. The groomsmen SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Built in 1740, the museum has been eclectic song by Allison Krouse from and made by the bride’s friend, Ms. cathedral train featuring covered included Wayne Smith of Plains Lions Club will present “More certified as an historic site and has O Brother, Where Art Thou? During Alyssa Poland. buttons. She carried a bouquet of Gloustershire, England, Michael Than A Lion’s Pancake Breakfast” been entered on both the State and the ceremony, the bride and bride- The bride graduated from Cypress lilies and blue hydrangea. Morasch of Arlington, Va., J.P. Norton on Sunday, October 26, from 8 a.m. National Registers of Historic Places. groom tied the knot with a Celtic Falls High School in Houston, Tex. Miss Jane Petrino of New York of Lansdale, Pa. and Camilo Milani to noon. Visitors are introduced to a variety handbinding ritual using his family’s She went on to receive her Associate’s City was the maid of honor for her of Toronto, Canada, all friends of the The “all-you-can-eat” event will of Colonial skills, as trained artisans swatch of tartan from County Derry, degree in Theatre Arts from the sister. Also serving as bridesmaids bridegroom. take place at the Scotch Hills Coun- and costumed docents recreate the Ireland. A reception was held after- American Musical and Dramatic The bride and bridegroom met at try Club, located at Jerusalem Road everyday life, crafts and tasks of the wards at the Langworthy Farm Bed Academy in New York. She is cur- New Time Is Revealed The College of William and Mary in and Plainfield Avenue. 18th and 19th century farm family in & Breakfast in Westerly. rently pursuing a bachelor’s degree Williamsburg, Va., where they both Pancakes, sausage, ham and eggs, the “west fields of Elizabethtown.” The bride, escorted by both her in education and creative writing. For Farmers Market graduated magna cum laude in 2001. juice and coffee will be served. The Docents have also presented craft parents, wore a strapless, A-line, ivory The bridegroom graduated from WESTFIELD — The Farmers A 1997 graduate of Westfield High cost is $6. Children under age six and lecture programs to more than gown of silk satin that featured cham- Monsignor Bonner High School in Market, which offers farm fresh fruit, School, the bride is employed as a will be admitted for free. All pro- 2,700 students through the museum’s pagne embroidered detailing. Her Drexel Hill, Pa. and earned a Bach- vegetables and flowers, along with high school Spanish teacher in ceeds will benefit the Lions Club’s outreach Showcase Program of 18th ivory veil was made by her mother. elor of Fine Arts degree in Photogra- fresh-baked breads, pies and cook- Fairfax, Va. The bridegroom works Blind Fund. Century Skills. The bouquet she carried included phy from the University of Arizona. ies, will continue every Thursday as Administrator of Government Tickets may be purchased at the On October 26, from 2 to 5 p.m., multi-colored hydrangea. As a commercial photographer, he until October 30 at a new time: 1 to Sales for the Hertz Corporation in door or from a member. For more the museum will resume its Sunday Mrs. Jana Battiloro of Scotch has worked in and around New York 6 p.m. The Farmers Market is held in Alexandria, Va. information, please call Pancake schedule. “Halloween Hocus Pocus,” Plains, the wife of Westfield Police with such clients as Nabisco, Kraft the Westfield train station south lot, Following a wedding trip to St. Lucia, Breakfast Chairman Ron Kelly at designed for young children, will be Officer Chris Battiloro, was the ma- and the Seton Hall School of Law. located on South Avenue. the couple resides in Arlington, Va. (908) 753-8218. the featured program. tron of honor for her sister. The bridal Mr. Connor’s work has been featured For more information about the attendants included Ms. Leslie Coo- in various Westfield venues, includ- museum, its fall events and volun- per of Scotch Plains, Ms. Kristen ing in The Westfield Leader and The See it all on the Web! teer opportunities, please call the Knost of Mountainside, also a sister Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times. Harden Sale museum office at (908) 232-1776. of the bride and mother to Miss Anna Following a wedding trip to Walt See it all in Color! Butler, who was the junior brides- Disney World, the couple will continue maid, and Jonah and Jensen Butler, to live and work in the Westfield area. www.goleader.com Westfield Library Sets SAVE Open House Sunday Red Cross to Offer Classes WESTFIELD — The Westfield % Far Brook Memorial Library, located at 550 East Broad Street, will host an In Lifesaving For Teens 40 OFF R JOY, TH O E Open House this Sunday, October T F Y U AL O S 19, from 1 to 5 p.m. All are invited H O WESTFIELD – The Westfield/ Resuscitation) class will take place on (List Price) S S to meet the new library director, Friday, November 21, from 5:30 to Y I Mountainside Chapter of the American N E

G Philip Israel, and to enjoy light H Red Cross will host classes in lifesaving 9:30 p.m. This course will offer in- All T refreshments. skills for teenagers this fall. The classes, struction on how to deal with breathing Visitors will also have an oppor- offered to those 12 and older, are Ameri- and cardiac emergencies involving Furniture tunity to see the library’s collec- can Red Cross certification courses. children ages one to eight years old. tions of books, DVDs and Books- F L The First Aid Basics class, to be There is a fee for these courses and A O Includes Special Orders R B O on-Tape, and to learn about com- pre-registration is required. All ROOK SCH held from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Satur- puter access, storytimes and spe- day, October 25, will teach partici- classes will be held at the Westfield/ a small school cial events. pants how to check the condition of Mountainside Chapter office, 321 The library will be open for regu- conscious and unconscious victims, Elm Street in Westfield. of uncommon quality lar business during this time. For as well as how to recognize and care To register for a class or for more where education is more information, please call (908) for life-threatening bleeding, sud- information, please call the chapter considered an Art. 789-4090 or visit the library’s den illness and injuries. at (908) 232-7090 or email website, www.wmlnj.org. A Child CPR (Cardiopulmonary [email protected]. Far Brook is a small, coeducational day Mackie Furniture school in Short Hills for children from Nursery Christopher Academy - a Montessori school Established in 1892 through the Eighth 320 Somerset Street, North Plainfield grade. Since 1948, Far Joyous Education for 40 Years Brook has offered its Call for directions students an innovative and challenging 2 ½ years through First Grade Half and Full-Day Programs Summer Camp 908-756-3274 academic curriculum in Montessori Teacher Education which great music, Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. & Sat. 10 to 5 literature and art are a natural part of each Accredited by the National Academy for the Education of Young Children child’s daily life. Affiliated with the National Center for Montessori Education Accredited Teacher Education by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education Mountainside, NJ has a OPEN HOUSE Tuesday, October 28 Tuesday, December 2 “The education of even a very small child does not aim at preparing him for school, but for RSVP: (973) 379-3442 Life” WEIGHT-LOSS Far Brook School 510 Hillcrest Avenue 1390 Terrill Road 52 Great Hills Road, Short Hills Westfield, NJ Scotch Plains, NJ www.farbrook.org 908-233-7447 908-322-4652 SPECIALIST All decisions on admissions are made without regard to race, religion, sex or www.christopheracademy.org NAEYC Accredited NCME Affiliated national origin. with a national reputation.* Halloween lovers of all ages are invited to join The Chelsea at Fanwood for their Annual Dr. Ronald J. Glassman, Ph.D., M.P.H. PUMPKIN Board Certified, Registered, Insured PAINTING PARTY 96% success-rate: lose it and keep it off Decorate Pumpkins, Enjoy Treats and Play Games No dieting, struggling, pills, shots or surgery Patient testimonials available upon request WHEN: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2003 TIME: 3:30 PM AMA-approved for nearly 50 years WHERE: THE CHELSEA AT FANWOOD Only 2 or 3 private appointments needed 295 South Ave • Fanwood

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 16, 2003 Page 7 Parents Are Invited to Seminar First Baptist Plans Trip On Education Act For Disabled To Hacklebarney Park WESTFIELD – The Family Sup- Ira Fingles, an attorney with the WESTFIELD – This Sunday, Oc- ately rough terrain to the grills and port Organization of Union County law offices of Herbert D. Hinkle of tober 19, members of the First Bap- tables in the center of the park. will present a free lecture for parents Lawrenceville, will discuss “Under- tist Church of Westfield and friends Free hot dogs, cider and cookies and caregivers of children ages five standing IDEA: The Individuals with will hike and cook out at will be served there by the Reverend to 18 with special needs on Wednes- Disabilities Education Act.” Refresh- Hacklebarney State Park in Chester. Lou Ruprecht of the First Baptist day, October 22, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. ments will be served. Visitors are welcome to join the Church. The event will be held at the First Mr. Fingles teaches and lectures carpool, which will leave the church People will leave when their car- Congregational Church, located at on various topics relating to disabil- parking lot at 11:45 a.m. The church load is ready, with the last group to 125 Elmer Street in Westfield. ity law. He has also provided legal is located at 170 Elm Street. be back at the church by 5 p.m. For representation to individuals with Participants will stop at an orchard more information, please call the disabilities. near Hacklebarney to buy cider and church office at (908) 233-2278 or Hadassah Plans Event Union County residents interested doughnuts, then walk over moder- [email protected]. in attending this seminar are asked to For Paid-Up Members call the Family Support Organization WESTFIELD – The Westfield at (908) 789-7625 to reserve a seat. Chapter of Hadassah Paid-Up Mem- HARVEST OF PLENTY…Members of Rutgers Master Gardeners of Union University Professor to Give bership Evening will take place on Blood Drive to be Held County proudly display peppers, lettuce and tomatoes, which they grew in their Monday, October 27, at 7 p.m. at Sharing Garden in the Watchung Reservation in Mountainside and donated to Temple Emanu-El, located at 756 At Presbyterian Church food pantries. Pictured, from the left, are: Dina Stellwagon and Carol McLaughlin, Lecture On ‘Hidden Rome’ East Broad Street in Westfield. with young helpers D.J. Constantino and Jake Constantino, Larry Verdicchio WESTFIELD — New Jersey and Cathy McKernan, donating the produce to Dick Talbot of Rahway Food for MOUNTAINSIDE – Frank J. Korn, oddities such as the secret society of Every paid-up member is invited, Blood Services will hold a blood Friends, and Mary Lou Marsh of the Second Presbyterian Church of Rahway. a Professor of Classical Studies at talking statues, an ancient lie detector as well as all associate members. A drive at The Presbyterian Church in Rutgers Master Gardeners of Union County is a volunteer outreach program of Seton Hall University in South Or- and the history of Roman graffiti. $10 contribution is requested for each Westfield on Tuesday, October 21, Rutgers Cooperative Extension. For more information about Master Garden- ange, will present a lecture and slide Professor Korn studied in Rome as non-member guest, and will go to- from 4 to 8:30 p.m. Appointments ers, please call (908) 654-9854. show on “Hidden Rome” on Monday, a Fulbright Scholar at the American ward the individual’s annual dues are not required. October 20, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy and received the Princeton should she decide to join the chapter. The church is located at the corner Mountainside Public Library. Prize for Distinguished Teaching. No dues will be collected at the of East Broad Street and Mountain Local Author to Discuss The program will be based on the The library is located at Constitu- door. Annual membership dues may Avenue in downtown Westfield. latest of Professor Korn’s eight travel tion Plaza. To register for this pro- be mailed to Laura Silkowitz, 2522 Blood donors should be between books, also titled “Hidden Rome.” It gram, or for more information, please Crane Place, Union 07083. 18 and 75 years old, weigh at least Book About First Ladies will spotlight sites which are not listed call (908) 233-0115. For further information, please call 110 pounds, and not have donated SCOTCH PLAINS – Feather in conventional guides but which con- Marlene Freeman, Chairwoman of blood within the last 56 days. Indi- their lives, the lives of their husbands tain just as much history. the Membership Evening, at (908) viduals should bring a signed and/or Schwartz Foster of Scotch Plains will and the times they lived in.” ‘Look Good’ Program discuss her new book, “Ladies: A Participants will learn about Christian 964-8865 or Judy Eisner at (973) picture form of identification, and This will be the first program in the Rome, pagan Rome, the city’s architec- On Tap at Overlook 467-2683. know their Social Security number. Conjecture of Personalities” at a pro- Friends’ 2003-2004 season. There is gram sponsored by the Friends of the ture and one-day trips to towns such as SUMMIT – “Look Good, Feel no charge and all area residents are Assisi, Palestrina and Frascati, as well as Scotch Plains Public Library on invited to attend. The author will have Better,” a program that assists women Free Program to Address Wednesday, October 22, at 7:30 p.m. copies of her book available for $20 undergoing treatment for cancer who Blending fact and conjecture, the and will autograph them upon request. Jewish Singles Slate have experienced changes in their book imagines conversations across Anyone interested in joining the Meet and Eat Event appearance and related side effects, Behaviors of Alzheimer’s the centuries between America’s First Friends of the Scotch Plains Public will be held on Monday, October 27, Ladies from Martha Washington to Library may pick up an application AREA – The Circle of Single Jewish from 10 a.m. to noon. MOUNTAINSIDE – “Managing dealing with behavior problems, and the wives of modern day presidents. at the library, located at 1927 Bartle Friends 49+ will hold a Meet and Eat Sponsored by the American Can- Challenging Behaviors,” the second verbal and non-verbal communica- “Of course, ‘Ladies’ is a work of Avenue, or call Friends President Lunch on Sunday, October 26, at noon. cer Society, the program will take in a series of free educational pro- tion. fiction,” said Mrs. Foster. “After all, it Ted Czarnomski at (908) 232-5524. It will take place at Bertucci’s place in Conference Room 3 at Over- grams on Alzheimer’s Disease, will Lorren Becker, Director of Pro- is truly a conjecture of their personali- Brick Oven Pizzeria, located at Route look Hospital, located at 99 Beauvoir be held next Thursday, October 23, grams and Services for the ties. But it is all based on the facts of 1 North and 899 St. Georges Avenue Avenue in Summit. at Brighton Gardens of Mountainside. Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, Library Friends Seek in Woodbridge. A free “Look Good, Feel Better” The program is designed for indi- will be the speaker. Donations Are Sought Donations of Books The cost is $2, plus the price of a kit will be reserved for participants. viduals who must deal with various Registration will take place at 6:30 meal off the menu, and tip. For For more information or to register behaviors when caring for a loved p.m., with the discussion scheduled For Kids Book Sale WESTFIELD — The Friends of reservations, please call Roberta at for this free course, please call Lee one with Alzheimer’s, such as wan- from 7 to 8 p.m. This program is co- MOUNTAINSIDE – The Friends the Westfield Memorial Library, who (908) 668-8450 or Bob at (732) 238- Ann Caffery, an oncology certified dering, sleep disturbances, aggres- sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Foun- of the Mountainside Public Library will be conducting their annual book 4069 before Tuesday, October 21. nurse, at (908) 522-5349. sive behavior, resisting care and re- dation of America and Brighton Gar- will sponsor a Children’s Book Sale sale from March 30 through April 4, fusal to see a physician. dens of Mountainside, a Sunrise Se- at the library on Saturday, October 2004, are seeking book donations on Participants will learn the prob- nior Living community. 25, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, October 25. lem-solving approach to managing Brighton Gardens is located at 1350 Donations for the sale may be Operation “Book Drop Off” will PERFECT PAINTING, INC. dropped off at the library from Tues- be held from 9 a.m. to noon. Fic- difficult behaviors, including home Route 22, West. Interested individu- ✺ HEPA Vacuum Sanding System care versus professional care giving; als are asked to respond by calling day through Friday, October 21 to tion and non-fiction books, paper- tips and strategies; guidelines for (908) 654-4460. 24, during regular library hours. backs, children’s books, rare books ✺ House & Deck Power Washing The Friends are requesting books and encyclopedias in good condi- ✺ Free Estimates, Fully Insured for children and young adults, videos, tion may be deposited at the ✺ Residential or Commercial Westfield to Display Support compact disks, audiotapes, games and Westfield Memorial Library ar- small toys in good condition for re- cade. Text books and technical ✺ Professional Color Design sale. Magazines, textbooks and ency- manuals are excluded. ✺ Deck Staining & Sealing For Breast Cancer Awareness clopedias will not be accepted. The library is located at 550 East ✺ 25 Years of Experience 100s of All proceeds from the sale will go Broad Street in Westfield. ✺ Custom Detail Work WESTFIELD – Mayor Gregory to showcase the town’s involvement to the Friends, a support group that In existence for more than 30 Satisfied years, the Friends are dedicated to Area ✺ Exteriors, Interiors McDermott and Downtown Westfield in the nationwide day of commit- provides programs, materials and Customers Corporation Chairman Alan DeRose ment. furnishings for the library. creating public interest in the ✺ General Carpentry will join community leaders nation- These activities will include pink The Mountainside Public Library Westfield Memorial Library, pro- wide on Saturday, October 18, in the storefront displays, pink restaurant is located at Constitution Plaza, just moting increased knowledge and “Pink Line Project: Saving Lives, tables and pink checks. Each activity off Birch Hill at New Providence understanding of the library’s ser- (908) 272-4456 Saving Communities.” will incorporate the pink ribbon, rec- Road in Mountainside. For more in- vices and needs and fostering sup- A grassroots initiative designed to ognized as the universal symbol of formation, please call (908) 233-0115. port of the library. Owner on Job • No Subs help raise awareness for the fight the breast cancer cause. against breast cancer, the “Pink Line Avon sales representatives will also Project” represents a partnership have an opportunity to distribute COLUMBUS DAY CLEARANCE P P between the Avon Breast Cancer breast cancer information and sell Crusade and the National Trust for fundraising products. Historic Preservation. One hundred percent of the net In Westfield, a proclamation will proceeds of these products benefit be read declaring October 18 as Avon breast cancer awareness, screening F

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PUBLICATION Gertrude R. McGlynn, 80, Was Active Robert F. Weldon, 94, Was President In Programs at Holy Trinity Church – Obituaries – Of Family Business In Westfield Gertrude R. McGlynn, 80, of 20 years, retiring in 1988. Earlier, DEATH NOTICE Robert F. Weldon, 94, of Virginia Weldon. Westfield died on Saturday, October she was employed with Prudential Mantoloking died on Wednesday, Surviving are a son, Richard 11, at her home. Insurance Company in Newark. Miriam Resnik, 77, Nurse and Teacher; October 8, at his home. Weldon; two daughters, Barbara Born and raised in East Orange, She volunteered for the Rite of Born in Westfield, he was a resident Weldon and Beverly Whaley; a she lived in Westfield since 1951. Christian Initiation of Adults and Active In B’nai B’rith, Library Friends of Mantoloking since the late 1960s. brother, Norbert Weldon; six grand- Mrs. McGlynn had worked for the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine Mr. Weldon’s whole career was children and five great-grandchildren. registrar’s office at Kean College for programs, along with the bereave- Miriam S. Resnik, 77, of Monroe book deliveries to homebound li- spent working for his family’s busi- Private arrangements were under ment ministry, at the Holy Trinity Township, a long-time resident of brary patrons. ness, Weldon Materials in the direction of the Timothy E. David A. Casey, 66 Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. Westfield, passed away on Saturday, Miriam loved her family most of Westfield. He recently retired as Ryan Home For Funerals in David A. Casey, 66, of Scotch She was predeceased by her hus- October 4, after a long illness. all, and also enjoyed good food, music President of the firm. Lavallette. Plains died on Thursday, October 9, band, Eugene McGlynn, in 1996; a Born in Burlington, Vt. on March and traveling. He belonged to the Mantoloking Memorial contributions may be at Hackensack University Medical son, Robert McGlynn, and a sister, 25, 1926, she attended nursing school She is survived by Arnold, her Yacht Club and Ducks Unlimited. made to Van Dyke Hospice, 99 Route Center. Angela Evans. at Elizabeth General Hospital in husband of 51 years; her son and Additionally, Mr. Weldon held 37, Toms River 08755 or to the Uni- Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., he was a Surviving are four sons, Eugene Elizabeth. She received her degree daughter-in-law, Robert Resnik and memberships in the National versity of Pennsylvania, Weldon resident of Scotch Plains for many McGlynn, Jr. of Union, Michael as a registered nurse in 1946. Maureen Cannon of Burlington, Vt.; Crushed Stone Association and the F.O.P. Fund, 3535 Market Street, years. McGlynn and William McGlynn, After studying obstetrics at Mar- her son, Michael Resnik, and his National Redi Mix Association. Suite 750, Philadelphia, Pa. 19104. He was the owner of Valley Music both of Westfield, and Kevin garet Hague Hospital in Jersey City, partner, Kate Taylor, of Searsport, He was predeceased by his wife, October 16, 2003 in Irvington for many years. McGlynn of Tallahassee, Fla.; a Mrs. Resnik earned a degree in nurs- Me.; her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. Casey, a United States Army daughter, Mary Ellen McGlynn of ing education from Columbia Uni- Martin and Anne-Marie Resnik of Lillian Carter, 83, Longtime Employee veteran, was a member of the Veter- Westfield; three brothers, John F. versity in 1950. Shelburne, Vt.; her daughter and son- ans of Foreign Wars Samuel R. Holl of South Orange, William Holl She married Arnold E. Resnik in in-law, Judith and Chris Pemberton With University Hospital in Newark Shelton Post No. 2294 Association of Flint, Mich. and Edward Holl of February of 1952 in Elizabeth, and of Plainsboro, and seven grandsons in Jersey City. Belmar; a sister, Mary Ann Sullivan spent the next 17 years raising a who were the joy of her life. Lillian Carter, 83, of Westfield elor of Science degree in Nursing, He was predeceased by his par- of South Orange, and eight grand- family as they moved from New Jer- Funeral services were held at died on Friday, October 10, at Mrs. Carter was a member of the ents, Frederick Casey and Addie children. sey to suburban Chicago and back Menorah Chapels at Millburn in Union. Norwood Terrace in Plainfield. National Association of University Moore Casey Lackey, and his stepfa- A Mass of Christian Burial was once again to New Jersey, where the Interment took place at the Hebrew Born in Richmond, Va., she had Women. ther, William Lackey. offered yesterday, Wednesday, Oc- family settled in Westfield. They lived Holy Society Cemetery on Patchen lived in Newark before moving to She was predeceased by her hus- Surviving are his wife, Patricia R. tober 15, at the Holy Trinity Church. there for 37 years, first on Summit Road in South Burlington, Vt. Westfield 48 years ago. band, Franklin J. Carter, in 1995, and Casey, Sr.; a son, William A. Casey; Burial was at Fairview Cemetery in Avenue, then on Village Green. Donations in Miriam’s honor can be Mrs. Carter had been a longtime by a daughter, Jean Carter, in Febru- a daughter, Patricia A. Casey, 2nd; Westfield. In 1969, Mrs. Resnik began an 18- made to the Central New Jersey VNA, employee of the University Hospital ary of this year. 11 grandchildren and four great- Arrangements were by the Dooley year career as a teacher of obstetric to AWATS (Area Wide Transit Ser- of Medicine and Dentistry of New Surviving are a daughter, Joan grandchildren. Colonial Home, 556 Westfield Av- and general nursing at Union County vice) of Middlesex County, or to the St. Jersey in Newark, having worked in Evelyn of Plainfield; a son, Glenn A celebration of his life took place enue in Westfield. College in Scotch Plains and Cranford. Peter’s University Hospital Dialysis the Emergency Room and Obstet- Miller of Westfield; eight grandchil- on Tuesday, October 14, at the Trin- Memorial donations may be made During this time, she also served Unit, New Brunswick, N.J. 08901. rics. dren and eight great-grandchildren. ity U.A.M.E. Church in Newark. to the Westfield Rescue Squad or in various supervisory capacities at October 16, 2003 She most recently worked at the Funeral services were held yester- Arrangements were by the Mount Saint Mary’s House of Prayer several nursing organizations, was Janet Biggé, 81 STD Health Clinic in Newark prior day, Wednesday, October 15, from Whigham Funeral Home in Newark. in Watchung. an active member of B’nai B’rith and to retiring in 1995. the Memorial Funeral Home, 155 Janet Loizeaux Biggé, 81, of St. October 16, 2003 October 16, 2003 was a Friend of the Westfield Memo- A graduate of Jersey City State South Avenue in Fanwood. rial Library, where she did outreach Charles, Mo. died on Sunday, Octo- College, where she earned a Bach- October 16, 2003 Dr. Carl O. Hensher, 90, Was Podiatrist; ber 12, at the Baptist Home in Ironton, Mo. Joseph Galatilis, 76, Prudential Retiree; Army Veteran and Tennis Club Member H. Fred Wieghorst, 88 Formerly of Plainfield and H. Fred Wieghorst, 88, of Avon-by- Westfield, she lived in Hilton Head, Had Received Medals For Army Service Dr. Carl O. Hensher, 90, of Mon- the United States Army during World the-Sea died on Thursday, October 9, S.C. for 15 years before moving to roe Township died on Friday, Octo- War II. at Sunrise Assisted Living of Wall. St. Charles in 1995. Joseph F. Galatilis, 76, of tion Medal for service in Japan. ber 10, at Roosevelt Hospital in New He was a life member of the Born in Phillipsburg, he had been Mrs. Biggé was a member of the Mountainside died on Tuesday, Oc- He was predeceased by a brother, York City. Netherwood Tennis Club in a resident of Scotch Plains, Paramus First Baptist Church of Harvester, tober 7, at ManorCare Health Ser- Albert Galatilis, Sr., and a sister, Born in Carteret, he had been a Plainfield. and Whiting prior to moving to Avon- Mo.; a former member of the First vices in Mountainside. Mary A. Arnold. resident of Linden and Westfield Surviving is his wife, Gertrude by-the-Sea a year and a half ago. Baptist Church of Hilton Head Isle Born in Elizabeth, he lived in Surviving are a sister-in-law, Anna before relocating to Monroe Town- Rubens Hensher. Mr. Wieghorst had been a plant for 15 years and a former member of Mountainside for 30 years. Galatilis; two nephews and three ship nine years ago. Services were conducted on Mon- engineer with Einsen-Freeman Com- the Terrill Road Bible Chapel in He had been employed for 30 years nieces. Prior to retiring in 1996, Dr. Hensher day, October 13, at the Bloomfield- pany in Fair Lawn for 15 years, retir- Fanwood. as a paper cutter in the bindery de- The funeral was held on Friday, had maintained a private podiatry Cooper Funeral Chapel in ing in 1985. Earlier, he was plant She was predeceased by her hus- partment of the Prudential Insurance October 10, from the August F. practice in Linden for 60 years. Manalapan. Interment took place at superintendent for the Kentile Cor- band, R. Joseph Biggé, in 1994; her Company in Newark and New Provi- Schmidt Memorial Funeral Home in He graduated from the College of Mount Lebanon Cemetery in Iselin. poration of South Plainfield, where parents, F. Parker and Jessie F. dence prior to retiring. Elizabeth. A Mass followed at Sts. Podiatry in Chicago and served in October 16, 2003 he was employed for 25 years. Loizeaux, and three sisters, Margery A United States Army veteran of Peter and Paul Roman Catholic He was a member of the Knights of Perrin, Helen Dalby and Jessie World War II and afterwards, Mr. Church in Elizabeth. Entombment Columbus Monsignor Watterson Wistner. Galatilis served in the Pacific Theater took place at Mount Olivet Cem- Arthur J. Venneri, 59, Was Owner Council No. 1711 of Westfield. Surviving are a son, Richard F. Biggé and was awarded the Victory Medal. etery in Newark. With his late wife, Elizabeth of Martinsville; two daughters, Cathryn He also received the Army of Occupa- October 16, 2003 Of Construction Firm For 40 Years “Betty” Wieghorst, he was also ac- Hansen of St. Charles, Mo. and Julie Arthur J. Venneri, 59, of Parlin Venneri of Richmond, Va. and Eric tive in the development of the Cana Kutyla of Belle Mead; a sister, died on Tuesday, October 7, at Over- McCloud of Parlin; two sisters, marriage preparation program for the Constance Patterson of Martinsville; a look Hospital in Summit. Marilyn Irlbeck of Cranford and Archdiocese of Newark during the brother, James P. Loizeaux of Sugar Born in Plainfield, he had resided Arleen Post of Mountainside, and his 1950s and 1960s. Grove, Pa.; seven grandchildren and in Westfield before moving to Parlin former wife, Mary Alonge of Surviving are a son, James three great-grandsons. Legal Advertising 10 years ago. Bayville. Wieghorst; a daughter, Eileen Torchy; Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Mr. Venneri was the owner and Funeral services were held on Fri- six grandchildren and 13 great-grand- tomorrow, Friday, October 17 at the MORE IN BACK SECTION operator of Arthur Venneri Construc- day, October 10, at the Carmen F. children. Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South tion Company for the past 40 years. Spezzi Funeral Home in Parlin. En- A Mass of Christian Burial was Avenue in Fanwood. Interment will He was predeceased by his par- tombment followed at St. Gertrude offered on Monday, October 13, at be at Hillside Cemetery in Scotch PUBLIC NOTICE ents, Arthur and Clara Venneri. Cemetery in Colonia. St. Elizabeth’s Roman Catholic Plains. Visitation will be held one PUBLIC NOTICE hour before the service. NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT Surviving are his wife, Kathi Memorial donations may be made Church in Avon. Entombment took FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY TOWN OF WESTFIELD In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- PLANNING BOARD McCloud Venneri; his children, Jus- to Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s place at St. Catharine’s Cemetery in THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS tions may be made to the Baptist tin Venneri of Bayville, Jeanne Oncology Unit, in care of Robert Sea Girt. CONTRACTOR: James L. Posia, Esq., Notice is hereby given that the Westfield Home, P.O. Box 87, Ironton, Mo. Planning Board at its meeting on Thursday, Wood Johnson University Hospital, The O’Brien Funeral Home in Wall Apruzze, McDermott, Mastro & Murphy; Lorraine Caramagno was in charge of the arrangements. 63650. P.O. Box 112; 25 Independence Boule- October 9, 2003 memorialized the following 8 Easton Avenue, New Brunswick October 16, 2003 Board action of September 4, 2003: Lorraine Rita Caramagno, 80, of October 16, 2003 vard; Liberty Corner, New Jersey 07938 08901 or to the Arthur Venneri Foun- NATURE OF SERVICE: Appointed as 03-13(V) ANOKH CHAND, 321 SOUTH Whiting died on Monday, October 6, dation, 1340 Outlook Drive, Guido Mancini, 71, Festival Volunteer; Special Legal Counsel to handle various AVENUE, DESTEFANIS at Community Memorial Hospital in Mountainside 07092. confidential personnel matters within the PROPERTIES, BLOCK 3004, Toms River. October 16, 2003 Township of Scotch Plains. LOT 1, SEEKING PRELIMI- Had Co-Founded Building Company DURATION: Until completion of same. NARY AND FINAL MAJOR Born in Fall River, Mass., she re- AMOUNT: In an amount not to exceed sided in Westfield from 1943 until Maude K. Albisser, 88 SITE PLAN APPROVAL. AP- Guido Mancini, 71, of Scotch daughter. $5000. billed at the rate of $125. per hr. plus PLICANT SEEKS TO CON- 1991, when she moved to Whiting. Maude K. Servoss Albisser, 88, of usual and reasonable cost of said action. VERT EXISTING RETAIL The funeral was held on Mon- From 1960 to 1975, Mrs. Monroe Township and Boynton Plains died on Thursday, October THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT SPACE TO BE USED AS A 9, at New York Presbyterian-Cornell day, October 13, from the Rossi FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OF- RESTAURANT. – Approved Caramagno assisted her husband, Beach, Fla., formerly of Westfield, FICE OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. Salvatore F. Caramagno, in his ca- died on Monday, October 13, at Medical Center in New York City. Funeral Home in Scotch Plains. A with conditions. Born in Italy, Mr. Mancini emi- Mass followed at St. Bartholomew Barbara Riepe Kenneth B. Marsh pacity as sexton of the Mountainside Princeton Medical Center in Township Clerk Secretary Gospel Chapel in Mountainside. Princeton. grated to the United States in 1958, the Apostle Church. Entombment 1 T - 10/16/03, The Times Fee: $19.38 1 T - 10/16/03, The Leader Fee: $17.85 settling in Scotch Plains. took place at St. Gertrude Cem- She and her husband also served as Mrs. Albisser was a member of PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE caretakers of the Westfield Tennis Atlas Chapter No. 99 Order of the That same year, he co-founded etery in Colonia. Club between 1964 and 1978. Mr. Eastern Star and the Woman’s Club Mancini Builders in Scotch Plains, Memorial donations may be TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Caramagno died in 1982. of Westfield, both of Westfield. She which he managed until his retire- made to the Scotch Plains Rescue NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following proposed ordinance was introduced and Surviving are a daughter, Deborah was also a member of the Women’s ment this year. Squad, P.O. Box 325, Scotch Plains passed on first reading at a meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Fildes; two sons, Roland Caramagno Club of Sea Gate at Gulf Stream He served in the Italian Army 07076. Plains, in the County of Union, State of New Jersey, held on the 14th day of October, 2003, during peacetime. October 16, 2003 and that said ordinance will be taken up for further consideration for final passage at the and Daniel Caramagno; two sisters, Condominiums in Boynton Beach. meeting of said Township Council to be held in the Council Chambers in the Township Hall, Dolores Kovalinsky and Theresa She was predeceased by her first Mr. Mancini was a member of PUBLIC NOTICE 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, on the 28th day of October, 2003, at 8:00 the Italian-American Club of North o’clock, P.M., or as soon thereafter as said matter can be reached, at which time and place Bussiere; three brothers, Roland husband, Arthur Nichols, and by her BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Bussiere, Leo Bussiere and Walter second husband of 25 years, Robert Plainfield and also belonged to the all persons who may be interested therein will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning National Association of Home A Special Meeting of the Fanwood His- the same. Bussiere; seven grandchildren and H. Albisser, Sr., in 1980. A copy of this ordinance has been posted on the Bulletin Board upon which public notices Builders. toric Preservation Commission has been three great-grandchildren. Surviving are a stepson, Herbert scheduled for Tuesday, October 28, 2003, are customarily posted in the Township Hall of the Township, and a copy is available up to A memorial service was held on Albisser, and a stepdaughter, Joan Additionally, he volunteered for 7:30 P.M., Fanwood Borough Hall, Mayor and including the time of such meeting to the members of the general public of the Township Friday, October 10, at The Presbyte- Albisser. the Labor Day festival sponsored and Council Chambers, 75 North Martine who shall request such copies, at the office of the Clerk in said Township Hall in Scotch annually by St. Bartholomew the Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey to host a Plains, New Jersey. rian Church in Westfield. Visitation will be held from 10 to Barbara Riepe Apostle Roman Catholic Church meeting conducted by the New Jersey His- Arrangements were under the di- 11 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, October toric Preservation Office relevant to the nomi- Township Clerk rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, 17, at the Gray Funeral Home, 318 and UNICO in Scotch Plains. nation of the proposed Fanwood Park His- Township of Scotch Plains 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. East Broad Street in Westfield. A Surviving are his wife of 45 years, toric District. This meeting is being held to County of Union Lucy Ceccomancini Mancini; two discuss the District’s nomination and to State of New Jersey Memorial donations may be made funeral service will follow at the answer questions from the public. to Wycliffe Bible Translators, Re- funeral home. Interment will take daughters, Linda Powers and CAPITAL ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, IN THE Sandra K. Mancini; three sisters, Official action may be taken. COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY TO APPROPRIATE AN ADDITIONAL ceipting Department, P.O. Box place at Fairview Cemetery in Eleanor McGovern SUM OF $225,000 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF RECREATION FACILI- 628200, Orlando, Fla. 32862-8200. Westfield. Emma, Antionetta and Maria; a Borough Clerk TIES ADJACENT TO PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL TO BE UNDERTAKEN October 16, 2003 October 16, 2003 brother, Valentino, and a grand- 1 T - 10/16/03, The Times Fee: $15.81 JOINTLY BY SCOTCH PLAINS, THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD AND THE SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION AND PROVIDING THAT SUCH ADDITIONAL SUM SO APPROPRIATED SHALL BE RAISED FROM CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD, THE SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION AND FROM FUNDS AVAILABLE IN THE TOWNSHIP’S OPEN SPACE TRUST FUND. Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. WHEREAS, the Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of Union, New Jersey (the Caught in the “Township”), has heretofore authorized the construction of recreation facilities adjacent to Park Middle School to be undertaken jointly by the Township, the Borough of Fanwood Caring & Courteous Service to the (“Fanwood”) and the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education (the “Board of Education”) and appropriated therefor the sum of $600,000 pursuant to Ordinance No. 10-2002 adopted Medicaid confusion? Cranford / Westfield Area Since 1913 by the Township Council of the Township on June 11, 2002 (the “Prior Ordinance”); and WHEREAS, said prior appropriation of $600,000 consisted of (1) a $100,000 contribution from Fanwood; (2) a $100,000 contribution from the Board of Education; (3) $300,000 from ® County of Union “Field of Dreams” grants funded from the County’s Open Space, Recreation F Westfield and Historic Preservation Trust Fund (allocated $100,000 each to the Township, Fanwood orethought funeral planning and the Board of Education); and (4) $100,000 from the Township’s Municipal Open Space 556 Westfield Avenue Recreation Trust Fund; and can help. WHEREAS, the Township Council now finds and determines that the additional sum of 233-0255 $225,000 is required for such improvement; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of the Township of John L. Dooley Scotch Plains, in the County of Union, New Jersey, as follows: Find out how Manager Section 1. The additional sum of $225,000 is hereby appropriated to the payment of the cost of the improvement authorized and described in the Prior Ordinance (hereinafter NJ License # 4100 referred to as “purpose”). Said appropriation shall be raised from contributions from by calling... Fanwood and the Board of Education and from funds available in the Township’s Open Space Trust Fund, as hereinafter provided. The following sums received or to be received from other governmental entities are hereby appropriated to the payment of the cost of said purpose: (1) $75,000 from Fanwood; and (2) $75,000 from the Board of Education. The sum of $75,000 is hereby appropriated from the Township’s Municipal Open Space Recreation Trust Fund to the payment of the cost of said purpose. The contribution from the Board of FUNERAL Cranford Education shall initially be funded in equal portions by the Township and Fanwood, subject DIRECTORS to reimbursement by the Board of Education in accordance with an agreement to be entered 218 North Avenue into by and among the Township, Fanwood and the Board of Education. – Since 1897 – Section 2. Said improvement is a lawful capital improvement of the Township 276-0255 having a period of usefulness of at least five (5) years. Said improvement has been and shall be made as a general improvement, no part of the cost of which shall be assessed against Charles V. Dooley property specially benefited. • WILLIAM A. DOYLE • PAULETTE CRABIEL WAHLER Section 3. The capital budget is hereby amended to conform with the provisions • DALE SCHOUSTRA • LISA LO RICCO SHARP Manager of this capital ordinance to the extent of any inconsistency therewith and the resolutions NJ License # 3703 promulgated by the Local Finance Board showing full detail of the amended capital budget Executive Administrator – William A. Doyle and capital program as approved by the Director, Division of Local Government Services, is on file with the Township Clerk and is available for public inspection. WESTFIELD: 318 East Broad St., William A. Doyle, Mgr. • 233-0143 Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect at the time and in the manner provided CRANFORD: 12 Springfield Ave., Dale R. Schoustra, Mgr. • 276-0092 by law. 1 T - 10/16/03, The Times Fee: $117.30 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 16, 2003 Page 9

THE STUDENT VIEW Concepts & Thought The weekly column written by local high school students ESPN Must Accept Criticism Jacinta “Cindy” Kay English As A Second Language Teacher For Limbaugh’s Remarks School One Elementary, Scotch Plains By JORDAN ZAKARIN “The traditions and institutions that By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN ure. This law, as it stands, makes Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times made America great are under attack, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times many unrealistic demands on our This past summer, Rush Limbaugh, standards continue to be lowered, so Age: 52 school districts. Parents, teachers the ultra-controversial, conservative- many minds seem clouded by the fog Hometown: Born in Havana, and administrators will have to leaning radio talk show host who, of liberalism.” Cuba, Mrs. Kay was raised in Eliza- work together to put pressure on during the 1990s, went on a crusade Thus, ESPN had to have known beth. She has been a Scotch Plains our elected officials to support against then-President Bill Clinton, they were running the risk of losing a resident for the last 26 years. changes in this law.” signed to be the political influence on large portion of their audience, a popu- Education: At Kean University, My Goals as an Educator: Re- ESPN’s “Sunday NFL Countdown,” lation that is generally considered she received a Bachelor of Arts garding personal goals, Mrs. Kay a popular Sunday morning football highly blue-collar. degree in Spanish and a Master of would like to integrate technol- pre-game show. The media outrage, which included Arts degree in Bi- ogy into her pro- During the show, panel members public defense statements by Mr. lingual – Bicul- gram. Michael Irvin, Steve Young, Tom Jack- Limbaugh and two press-conferences tural Education. “Three years son and host Chris Berman discuss held by Mr. McNabb, in which he said She has completed ago, I was asked the gridiron action of the day ahead. he was “shocked” by Mr. Limbaugh’s 30 credits beyond to work on a com- Two Sundays ago, during the show comments, had to have been expected her master’s de- mittee for the before the kickoff of week four ac- by ESPN, and for that they deserve gree. state of New Jer- tion, Mr. Limbaugh brought the for- every criticism they receive. Previous Expe- sey that aligned bidden world of racial conflict into ESPN Executive Vice President rience: Mrs. Kay the national the homes of American sports’ larg- Mark Shapiro, who defended Mr. served in the U.S. TESOL (Teachers est, most diverse audience. Limbaugh by denying the racial im- Air Force Reserve of English to Focusing on Philadelphia Eagles plication and applauding Mr. after college for Speakers of Other superstar Quarterback Donovan Limbaugh’s performance during his three years. She Languages) stan- McNabb, who in the previous two time with the network, also stated that was an Aerovac dards to the New weeks had struggled to meet his per- ratings this season are up 10 percent Medical Techni- Jersey Language formance of the past few years, Mr. from last year, plainly demonstrating cian, providing in- Arts Literacy Limbaugh said, “I think what we’ve that ESPN was more concerned with flight medical sup- Jacinta “Cindy” Kay standards,” she had here is a little social concern in the ratings than they were with the opin- port for patients stated. “This WALKING WITH THE CHIEF…Brett Ripperger, a third-grader at Franklin NFL. The media has been very desir- ions and feelings of their viewers. who needed to be airlifted to re- document was so well received Elementary School in Westfield, won a school-wide lottery, which entitled ous that a black quarterback do well. ESPN failed to recognize that tele- ceive medical treatment. that our committee was asked to him to be escorted to school by Westfield Deputy Fire Chief Dan Kelly. There is a little hope invested in vision stations and their audiences I Knew I Reached My Students revisit the document this past McNabb, and he got a lot of credit for have a give and take relationship, and When…“I hear them speaking summer. This project involved an the performance of this team that he instead, the network took all that it English spontaneously and they are intense scrutiny of the standards Principal, Fire Chief Escort didn’t deserve. The defense carried could without considering the impli- able to self-monitor their speech,” and how they can be adapted and this team.” cations it would have on the audience. said Mrs. Kay. applied to teach content area sub- While Mr. Limbaugh was certainly What I Love About the School jects to limited English students. Franklin Students to School wrong to bring his controversial, and, in District…Mrs. Kay noted that her The document will be published my opinion, unfounded and uneducated WESTFIELD – Students and par- And Kids are Entitled to Safety) colleagues are the highlight to and made available to all school ents from Franklin Elementary also asked walkers to write down opinion into an inappropriate forum in working in the school district. districts in order to assist with “Sunday NFL Countdown,” ESPN has “I work with the most creative, School in Westfield participated in any safety hazards they encoun- curriculum revisions and lesson National Walk our Children to tered, such as broken sidewalks to assume much of the responsibility for supportive, nurturing, and highly planning. It will be a functional the uproar that has forced him to resign qualified group of individuals,” she document for content area teach- School Day. and obscured views. from a job that he recently called hav- said. “Their enthusiasm for teach- ers, ESL teachers, bilingual teach- Walkers wore red clothing that Westfield Deputy Fire Chief Dan ing, “a dream come true.” ing and learning creates the ideal ers, district supervisors, and cur- morning to ensure visibility. Upon Kelly, who held a large bunch of ESPN knew what they were getting environment for both teachers and riculum coordinators. I feel for- arriving at the school, children re- red balloons, escorted third grader when they hired Mr. Limbaugh to be students. It helps to work in one of tunate to work on this committee ceived “I Walked” stickers and Brett Ripperger, who won a school- a cast member of their show. They the best districts in the state – a and to have made a contribution wrote their names on a large “We wide lottery, to school. isolated him in a corner of the set, district that is truly committed to to my field. This is a professional Walked” banner that was displayed Second grader Amanda giving him his own desk and the abil- its students and staff.” goal I’ve always wanted to ful- in the school hall. Womelsdorf won the honor of ity to challenge anybody’s opinion Favorite Topic to Teach: “I love fill.” Representatives from The walking to school with Dr. Mary with one of his “Rush’s Challenges”, to teach English through the con- BRAKES Group (Bikers, Riders, Fleck, Franklin School Principal. which allowed him to speak his own Home Life: “I have been married tent area of social studies. It makes to my husband, Jeff, for almost 27 opinion at his leisure. learning English more meaningful Many find Mr. Limbaugh to be of- years. We have two grown children because I can use real world ex- and a son, who is a high school fensive and condescending due to PRESIDENTIAL POST...Westfield amples and situations from history National Merit Semi-Finalists comments such as, “Feminism was senior. We have lived in Scotch resident John Chiesa was elected presi- and current events,” she reported. Plains for 26 years. For the first 13 established so that unattractive women dent of the freshman class at Fordham The Future of Education in could have easier access to the main- years, I was a “stay-at-home” mom. University’s College of Business Ad- America: “I’m very concerned I love to read. My favorite book is From Westfield HS Reported stream of society. Just look at the ministration. A member of the about the future of education in “War and Peace” by Leo Tolstoy. WESTFIELD — The National nary SAT/National Merit Scholarship history of feminism if you doubt the university’s swim team, John plans to America — in particular, public truth,” “We must tax the poor,” and, major in finance and marketing. Soccer has been a big part of my life Merit Scholarship Corporation Qualifying Test. As high scorers in education in America. I believe since I was a teenager. I spent most (NMSC) has named Westfield High the state on that test, the four semifi- that the No Child Left Behind law of the last 20 years watching my School (WHS) seniors Rebecca nalists, together with other semifi- sets our public schools up for fail- sons play soccer.” Bellovin and Meghana Limaye as nalists in the state, represent less than Christopher Academy to Fete finalists in the 2003 NMSC scholar- one percent of New Jersey’s entire ship competition. 2004 graduating class. Fortieth Anniversary This Year The two WHS seniors rank along- As semifinalists, Rebecca and John Paulik Graduates side the more than 16,000 academi- Meghana now have the opportunity cally talented high school seniors in to advance to the finalist level and AREA – Christopher Academy, a friends. The school hopes that the the United States who qualified as compete for scholarships by main- Montessori preschool with campuses books will come to be shared by Army ROTC Course semifinalists in the annual nation- taining an outstanding academic in Westfield and Scotch Plains, will children throughout the community. NEW PROVIDENCE — John C. ROTC cadets for enrollment in the wide scholarship program. record and completing a scholarship mark its 40th anniversary this year Christopher Academy is a not- Paulik has graduated from the Army Senior ROTC Advanced Course at WHS’ distinguished National application package. Every finalist by sponsoring a “Pass-It-On-Pro- for-profit preschool, serving chil- ROTC (Reserve Officer Training their host college campuses. Merit semifinalists for 2003-2004 will be considered for one of more gram.” dren through the Montessori Corps) Leader’s Training Course at The course is designed to improve attained their status in the highly com- than 2004 National Merit scholar- The school has purchased 100 Method. It is the oldest Montessori Fort Knox, Ky. leadership potential, build self-con- petitive scholarship program by ships. children’s books to be distributed school in the state, and one of the The four-week course is a world- fidence and develop initiative through achieving high scores during their “Westfield High School students throughout Westfield, Scotch Plains first to have been accredited by the junior year at WHS on the Prelimi- have consistently attained impressive and the neighboring communities. National Association for the Educa- class leadership development expe- hands-on learning, allowing the Army rience that qualifies and motivates to observe and evaluate the cadets’ scores in the National Merit Scholar- “Pass-It-On is a wonderful way to tion of Young Children. ship Program,” commented WHS share a love of reading with the chil- The Montessori Method is tailored Primary Open House officer potential and leadership at- Rui Lu Inducted Principal Dr. Robert Petix. dren, and to express our gratitude to to each child and stresses the need tributes. Into Scholars Society “We commend Rebecca and the communities who have supported for children to learn through ma- Set at Kent Place School John is a student at Pennsylvania Meghana for their exceptional us for 40 years,” said Amelia nipulation of specially designed State University, State College. He is WESTFIELD – Rui Lu of SUMMIT — Kent Place School, Westfield was inducted into the achievements in the 2003-2004 pro- McTamaney, Head of School. materials. an independent, nonsectarian, col- the son of Jonathan R. Paulik and gram,” he added, “and wish them the Through the program, the school will “The Mission of Christopher Acad- Lorie A. Paulik, both of New Provi- National Society of Collegiate lege-preparatory school for girls and Scholars on October 3 on the best of luck as they compete in the donate children’s books to the of- emy is to support the development of young women, will host an Open dence. program for finalist status along with fices of doctors and pediatricians, as the full potential of the child by serv- The cadet is a 2001 graduate of Homewood campus of The Johns other talented young scholars from House on Tuesday, October 21, from Hopkins University. well as public areas and other ing individual needs, fostering inde- 9 to 11 a.m. in Hauser Hall of the New Providence High School. across the country.” children’s venues. pendence, and protecting the social Primary School, for prospective fami- The books will include the inscrip- consciousness within an environment lies interested in kindergarten and tion, “To encourage the joy of reading which celebrates a love of learning.” grades 1 through 5. and experience the joy of giving, For more information about the Following a brief information ses- please read this book to a child and school or the Pass-It-On-Program, sion, attendees will tour the school ask him/her to pass it on to another.” please call the school’s Scotch Plains building and meet members of the Many of the students of Christo- campus at (908) 322-4652, the faculty, administration, and staff. pher Academy have already begun to Westfield campus at (908) 233-7447 Applications for the 2004-2005 distribute the books to their personal or www.christopheracademy.com. school year are now being accepted. For more information about Kent Place, or the Open House programs, please contact the Admission Office Community News at (908) 273-0900 extension no. 254 or e-mail [email protected]. Blood Drives Set For Today, CWF Offers Workshop To Relieve Caregivers Tuesday at Westfield Sites SCOTCH PLAINS – The Center for Sunrise seniors have one thing in common. Women and Families, located at 1801 East Second Street in Scotch Plains, WESTFIELD — The Blood Cen- old. There is no upper age limit for will host a program for caregivers on ter of New Jersey has revealed that donors, provided they meet health two Thursdays, October 23 and 30, They’re all different. a blood drive will be held today, requirements. They should know from 7:30 to 9 p.m. each evening. Thursday, October 16, from 1 to 4 their Social Security number and Facilitator Sandy Frank will lead this At Sunrise, we celebrate all of our residents Visit or call a Sunrise Senior Living commu- p.m. in the Lord & Taylor parking bring a signed or picture form of interactive program, which uses art, for the unique individuals they are. We believe no nity, and discover how we’re different. In lot, 609 North Avenue in Westfield. identification. drama and music to provide relief from Another drive will be held from 6 Individuals who have traveled out- the on-going responsibilities of care two people are alike, so the care and services we Mountainside and Westfield, we offer Assisted to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, October 21, at side of the United States recently giving. It is sponsored by the Union provide should never be exactly the same. Living and Alzheimer’s Care. the Masonic Atlas Pythagoras are asked to call the Blood Center at County Division of Cultural and Heri- Lodge, located at 1011 Central Av- (973) 676-4933, extension no. 132 tage Affairs. This approach helps seniors live the life they enue in Westfield. for eligibility criteria. To register for this workshop, please want to live, from beautifully appointed Donors must be at least 17 years For more information, or to sign call (908) 322-6007. For more infor- Please call us to schedule up for a blood drive, please call the mation about the center, please visit living spaces to personalized assistance and a personal consultation or tour. Golden Agers Announce Blood Center at (800) 652-5663, www.centerforwomenandfamilies.org care. We call it resident-centered senior extension no. 140. on the Internet. Free Flu Immunizations living, and it begins the day a senior walks SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE into one of our communities. Plains Golden Agers will sponsor SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION influenza immunizations on Thurs- NOTICE OF MEETINGS day, October 23, from 9:30 to 11:30 (In Compliance with OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT - Chapter 231) a.m. at the Scotch Hills Country *ADDENDUM TO REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS* Club, located at 820 Jerusalem Road TYPE OF MEETING: Regular Public Meeting in Scotch Plains. DATE OF MEETING: October 23, 2003 The immunizations will be of- LOCATION: Evergreen School Multipurpose Room Mountainside Brighton Gardens of Mountainside 908-654-4460 1350 Route 22 West AL, ALZ fered to Scotch Plains residents age Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street Westfield Sunrise of Westfield 908-317-3030 240 Springfield Avenue AL, ALZ 55 and older. It is available for people Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 with diabetes, heart, lung or kidney TIME: 7:00 p.m. AL=Assisted Living ALZ=Alzheimer’s Care disease. Senior citizens are asked to PURPOSE OF MEETING: Recognition of Newly Tenured Teachers www.sunriseseniorliving.com bring their Medicare number/card ACTION TO BE TAKEN: Action will be taken. with them. 1 T - 10/16/03, The Times Fee: $29.58 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 16, 2003 Page 11 See it all in color at! Sports Section www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 11-15 BAKER RUMBLES FOR THREE TDs, 187 TOTAL YARDS Raiders Foil Cougars, 33-22, In Clash of Grid Unbeaten

By FRED LECOMTE route to three touchdowns (TD). plays that baffled the Cougars. On Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Fullback Travis Boff rumbled for one completion, LaForge hit senior In a clash of unbeatens, the Scotch 29 yards on seven carries and junior wide receiver Mike Walker in the Plains-Fanwood High School football running back Lakiem Lockery end zone for 27 yards. team physically dazed Cranford to se- chewed up 23 yards on five carries in “What we wanted to do in this cure a 33-22 victory to lift their record the first quarter before being side- game was to shorten the clock and to 4-0, before a capacity crowd in lined with an injury. control the line of scrimmage,” em- Cranford on October 10. The Raiders Junior quarterback Dan LaForge phasized Raider Head Coach Steve totaled 435 yards. Halfback Kyle Baker completed six of nine passes for 112 Ciccotelli. “Then, when we had to galloped 187 yards on 33 carries en yards, but it was his selection of throw the ball, LaForge did and he did it well. He’s going to be a real good player for us. Defensively, we thought that we could put pressure on passing situations and the line of David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times scrimmage, which we did. We really NOT TO BE DENIED THE TOUCHDOWN…Tom DelDuca, No. 2, forges ahead for a five-yard touchdown run against only gave up two scores tonight; we Linden to give the Blue Devils a 12-7 lead. The Blue Devils made a valiant goal line stance to preserve the victory. gave them that 7-0 opening play and the other one was late in the game, but we hung in there and dominated up front. We have great linebackers, BLACKMON GETS 6-YD TD, DELDUCA GETS 5-YD TD a great secondary and a good defen- sive line and we can make plays. We ran the football at them and con- trolled the ball.” Blue Devils’ ‘Stance’ Rejects The Raider “Wild Dogs” defen- sive was relentless in its pursuit lim- iting the Cougars to three-and-outs on most possessions in the second half. Junior defensive tackle Marc Linden Football Boys, 12-7 Fabiano made another statement as the big dog in the pack made five By DAVID B. CORBIN Last week, in the victory over ing by stopping the swift Tiger return sacks and five crushing tackles. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Shabazz, the Blue Devil offensive men immediately in their tracks on “I loved it,” an excited Fabiano After a very shaky, lukewarm start, line opened the holes to provide big every situation. said. “The defensive and offensive the Westfield High School football gains and the defense stopped the “That was beautiful. We practice it Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times line stepped up today, our backers, team has begun to get all aspects of Bulldogs when it was needed. The all week,” said Cocozziello of the OVER THE TOP FOR THE TD…The Raider offensive line, led by Travis Boff, the forwards, everybody. I’m just its game working in synchroniza- same occurred against the 1-3 Ti- punt coverage. “For a couple of No. 41, opened holes for halfback Kyle Baker who scored three touchdowns en loving it.” tion. Since losing their first three gers, which included a 12-yard sack weeks, we haven’t been sticking any- route to a, 33-22, victory over the Cranford Cougars in Cranford on October 10. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 games, with less than stellar team and a fumble recovery by Mike Finne one on kickoffs or staying on our performances, the Blue Devils re- and a key gang “Devil pack” sack. blocks for our punt team but, this captured their flame and defeated Additionally, the punt and kickoff week, we did it. It helped us out a lot. LAU RIPS IN TWO GOALS, SIMPSON HITS NET ONCE Shabazz on October 4 then followed coverage, which included fine stops They got no big returns.” with a thrilling, 12-7, victory, featur- by Kevin MacDonald, was outstand- CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 ing a valiant goal line stance in the waning seconds, over host Linden on Blue Devil Soccer Boys Blank October 10. Blue Devil quarterback Jan WBA BASKETBALL Cocozziello, who performed bril- liantly in every game, got some su- In Person Registration perb help from halfback Tyshon Plainfield Cardinal Boys, 3-0 Blackmon, who rushed for 90 yards At the Westfield YMCA on 19 carries and scored Westfield’s By DAVID B. CORBIN and Alex Barrett and also took sev- our captains and have senior leader- first touchdown (TD) on a six-yard Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times eral shots on goal himself. ship, but we just tried to pull it to- blast in the second quarter. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17TH Patience and persistence paid off “It was hard to play without Jeff gether and did,” said Lau. Cocozziello also completed a 19- for the Westfield High School soccer and Brendan because they are two of Lau got Westfield on the board yard pass to Blackmon to set up the 7:00pm - 9:00pm boys as they wore down an under- TD. Junior running back Tom manned but spunky Plainfield team DelDuca gave the Blue Devils the go TH – manning just 12 players – and ahead TD with a five-yard bash in the SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 earned a 3-0 victory in Westfield on third quarter. 9:00am - Noon October 8. Blue Devil junior Brady “He’s the best quarterback in the Lau wobbled the crossbar twice to Watchung Conference and, possibly, score goals in each half and senior one of the best in the state,” ex- Please accept our apologies for the confusion Scott Simpson added a goal in the claimed Blue Devil Head Coach Ed on the registration forms. second half to give his team a much- Tranchina of Cocozziello. needed cushion. Blue Devil goalie Brian Pirot, who finished with three saves, rose to the occasion early in the second half, when confronted with two charging Cardinals, by making a brilliant div- ing save. The 6-3 Blue Devils, how- ever, shelled the Cardinals’ goal with a barrage of 18 shots, 12 in a furious second half. With two of their Tri-Captains, Brendan Egan and Jeff Nusse, un- able to play, the Blue Devils shifted forward Lee Tomasso to the center David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times midfield for stabilization. Through- NETTING TWO GOALS…Junior Brady Lau, No. 11, scored two goals against out the game, he made fine leads to Plainfield. ANNUAL SCARY Billy Schoenbach, Chris Mattes, Lau 30:16 into the first half when he took HAY RIDES! a cross from Matt Sofka and smoked October 18, 19, 25 & 26 Cranford Gymnasts Win a shot, from 21-yards out, into the crossbar then deflected into the goal. 10am to 4pm each day “I threw the ball in to Matt Sofka Only $3 per ticket! and he took it to the end line. I yelled Cougar Invitational to him to cut it back. He gave me a (Shop the Garden Center great ball and I tried to put it on Sat. from 7am – 5pm and By DAVID B. CORBIN zling score of 9.45, the floor exercise goal,” explained Lau. Sun. from 9am – 5 pm) Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times with a score of 9.35 and the uneven Simpson, on a fine lead from Dan The Cranford High School gym- bars at 9.275. She also took third in Mahoney, broke free down the right- All The Face Pumpkins nastics team won its second-straight the balance beam at 8.8. center of the field and patiently posi- You Can Carry . . . championship at the Cougar Invita- Blue Devil Stacy Osborn placed tioned himself before launching a tional on October 10 in Cranford. In fourth in the all-around with a total shot into the upper center of the net, a prelude to the upcoming Union of 34.75. She placed fourth in the 24:50 into the second half. Simpson’s 20 County Tournament to be held on vault at 8.75, sixth on the unevens at goal took some pressure off a tight Friday, October 24, the Cougars to- 8.65 and sixth on the floor at 8.9. game. Over 1000 To Choose From! taled 103.275 to edge the Scotch Teammate Clair Macdonald placed “It was my second shift on the field *See store for details. Plains-Fanwood Raiders who totaled CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 102.35 and the Westfield girls who totaled 101.45. 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PUBLICATION Blue Devil V’ballers Stagger Soccer Devils Stop Plainfield Boys, 3-0 Blue Knights in 3 Games CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 and Mr. Kapner said it could be two minutes or five minutes, so I wanted By FRED LECOMTE couple of games, we were very tight continued to change her rotation at to do the best I could and I found the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and, as a result, we lost some of will while maintaining the momen- net. I wanted to stay composed and They knew their assignment. They those games. At present we really tum the Blue Devil way, when they get a goal because our team really played with determination and inten- are getting into it. Everyone is work- quickly jumped out to a 7-1 lead. The needed that goal,” said Simpson. sity and they did well, as a youthful ing hard as a team, we’re trying our Blue Knights edged back and nar- Three minutes later, Lau, with the Westfield High School girls’ volley- hardest and we are getting better rowed the margin to 12-10, but assistance of senior Mike Huber, ball team won convincingly in three Westfield tightened to win 25-12. drilled a bullet off the crossbar and games over, 2-6 Irvington in Westfield “As captains, we need to lead with into the net from 22 yards out to up on October 8. The Blue Devils more inexperienced players this the Blue Devils’ lead to 3-0. sparkled early and won Game 1, 25- year,” explained Hall. “With last “Mike had the ball on the sideline 10, then silenced the Blue Knights, year’s team laden with mostly all and he passed it to me. I saw the guy 25-9, in Game 2. Then in Game 3, the seniors, it takes time to become more David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times (defender) coming. I chopped it by Blue Devils hammered out a 25-12 of a total team and I believe we are WARMING UP ON THE FLOOR…Blue Devil Stacy Osborn, who placed him, took my time and hit it on goal,” win with freshman and sophomores fourth in the all-around, practices her floor routine prior to the Cougar said Lau. really beginning to do that thus able Invitational. to elevate their record to 6-3. to take on the better teams. We still Acknowledging the spunky play Outstanding performances, offen- need to work on trusting each other of the Cardinals, Lau said, “They sively and defensively, were plenti- on the court and becoming more played very well. We were surprised. ful and the quality of play was at a united because we’re still in our own Cranford Gymnasts Win We didn’t think they were going to high level. Offensively, Westfield separate worlds at times. Defense is be very good but, when they came relied on experienced and devastat- something we definitely need to work out, they hustled and played great.” ing outside hitter and Tri-Captain and improve on. We have some tough Cougar Invitational Plainfield 0 0 0 Jackie LeBlanc. Senior Tri-Captain, competition ahead of us. We have CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Westfield 1 2 3 outside hitter Sophie Hall and junior high expectations and hopefully we left back Robin Streit also had a will be successful.” sixth in the vault at 8.55. surgery on.” Soccer Raiders Gain heavy hand in the victory. Raider Katie Zaleski finished sixth After falling three more times on However, there were several more in the all-around with a total of 34.2 the beam, Brown pulled her from Boys UCT Top Seed outstanding performances. Tri-Cap- Devil Gymnasts Fall and took third on the unevens at 8.8. competing on the floor exercise. The No. 4 Scotch Plains- tain Shanna Vella, junior middle Teammate Jackie DeJohn tied for third Fanwood High School boys soccer blocker Sasha Sharif, sophomore To East Brunswick TEAM TOTALS: on the floor at 9.1, Kyla Mendes took 1. Cranford (C) 103.275, 2. Scotch team gained the top seed for the Monica Dreyer and freshman Molly The Westfield High School gym- Fred Lecomte for The Leader and The Times fifth on the unevens at 8.7 and Taylor Plains-Fanwood (S) 102.35, 3. Westfield Union County Tournament. Lin- Williams served, passed and picked Blue Devil freshman Molly Williams nastics team were topped, 103.625- Montagna placed fifth in the vault at (W) 101.45, 4. Dayton/Brearley (D) 99.5, 5. Johnson (J) 99.45, 6. Union (U) 98.2, 7. den got the second seed and up tough plays when needed. 98.9, by a strong East Brunswick 8.6. Union Catholic Vikings Alyssa Westfield got the third seed. “Last year the varsity team did Union Catholic (UC) 94.85, 8. Columbia progressively; so things are going squad on October 7 in East Lewandowski placed fourth on the (Co) 79.6, 9. Roselle Park (RP) 32.85 After two preliminary round such a great job that this year we very well for us.” Brunswick. The Bears took the beam at 8.65 and Kristy Napolitano games, the first round will be com- were kind of intimidated early in ALL-AROUND: 1. Murphy (C) 36.875, Irvington quickly jumped to a 4-0 top-two spots in the all-around with took fifth on the floor at 8.9. 2. Danielle Scott (U) 35.9, 3. Palumbo (J) pleted by October 18. the season,” said Streit. “Our first lead in Game 1, but the Blue Devils Alysse Conguista and Diana Koster “I wasn’t disappointed with the 35.05, 4. Osborn (W) 34.75, 5. Andie FIRST ROUND: bounced back and ran off nine- placing 1-2 with respective scores gymnastics performances but some- Sablosky (D) 34.35, 6. Zaleski (S) 34.2 Roselle Catholic/Brearley winner at 1- straight points. With service points of 34.775 and 34.65. Blue Devil VAULT: 1. Murphy (C) 9.45, 2. Scotch Plains-Fanwood thing was definitely lacking with the Union at 8-Hillside from Hall and Dreyer and kills from Stacy Osborn placed third with a unity of the team that was very disap- Sablosky (D) 9.0, 3. Scott (U) 8.9, 4. LeBlanc and Sharif, Westfield played total of 33.65. Osborn (W) 8.75, 5. Montagna (S) 8.6, 6. Union Catholic at 5-Rahway pointing to me,” commented Raider MacDonald (W) 8.55 Governor Livingston at 4-Elizabeth the game as a team and closed the Osborn placed second on the Head Coach Tracey Brown. “Hope- Roselle at 3-Westfield door with four-straight points. uneven bars with a score of 8.5 and fully my team captains can help me UNEVEN BARS: 1. Murphy (C) 9.275, New Providence at 6-Johnson “We kind of took this game for third in the vault with a total of 8.6. 2. Scott (U) 8.9, 3. Zaleski (S) 8.8, 4. Cranford at 7-Summit get our team back to where it should Sablosky (D) 8.75, 5. Mendes (S) 8.7, 6. Plainfield/Roselle Park winner at 2- granted; thought it would be easy Teammate Claire Macdonald took be before counties.” Osborn (W) 8.65 Linden and we didn’t come out fully third on the balance beam with a According to Brown, “Bars and BALANCE BEAM: 1. Palumbo (J) 9.05, charged,” explained Hall. “We woke score of 8.45. Floor were about average for us. We 2. Scott (U) 8.9, 3. Murphy (C) 8.8, 4. Raider Gymnasts Rock up a little bit and took it from there. The Bears swept the top-three had quite a lot of falls on beam and Lewandowski (UC) 8.65, 5. Olivia We need to work on reading the ball spots in the floor exercises with our vaults were just slow and sloppy. Cathcart (C) 8.6, 6. Marissa Rusin (J) Rams, 103.7-101.025 more, moving better on the court and Koster, Conguista and Rachel 8.55 Kyla (Mendes) had a rough night. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High staying low.” Cohen getting respective scores of She did good on bars and then, on FLOOR EXERCISE: 1. Murphy (C) In Game 2, Westfield took a 5-0 9.05, 8.95 and 8.475. Conguista 9.35, 2. Scott (U) 9.2, 3. Palumbo (J) and School gymnastics team came off a beam, took a nasty fall and actually DeJohn (S) 9.1, 5. Napolitano (UC) 8.9, 6. major victory over Randolph, 103.7- lead, which included two aces by and Koster took 1-2 in the vault banged up her shoulder that she had Osborn (W) 8.9 Streit. Blue Devil Head Coach with respective scores of 9.35 and 101.025, in Scotch Plains on Octo- Beverly Torok reached out to her 8.75. Lianne Broneo and Koster ber 7. Senior Kyla Mendes and jun- bench and brought in juniors took 1-2 on the beam with respec- ior Katie Zaleski took 1-2 in the all- Christene Clark, junior Olena tive scores of 8.9 and 8.7. Cohen around with respective scores of Borkowsky, junior Lizzy Meyers, and Conguista placed 1-3 on the 35.025 and 34.25. sophomore Kristena Fietkiewicz, bars with respective scores of 8.525 Zaleski claimed top honors on the sophomore Kaitlyn Shulman and and 8.45. uneven bars at 8.85 and vault with a outstanding freshman Tara Daly. All score of 8.65. Mendes won the floor of them rose to the occasion with fine exercise with a score of 9.25, tied for passing and hitting and smoked the second with Ram Kim Adler on the POSTERS unevens with a mark of 8.75, tied for Fred Lecomte for The Leader and The Times Blue Knights, 25-9. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN ment, won at first doubles. Union Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times County champions, Lauren Steller The Westfield High School girls and Lane Maloney, won at second tennis team advanced to the semifi- doubles. nal round of the North Jersey, Sec- As to the competition that the Blue tion 2, Group 4 Tournament by blank- Devils have had in the past few weeks, ing Kearny, 5-0, in Westfield on Oc- Head Coach Ed Tirone said, “It’s tober 9. The Blue Devils, seeded been either very good like (highly first, were to host fourth-seeded ranked) Montclair-Kimberly or not Watchung Hills on October 14. so stiff competition.” Every Blue Devil girl won either, As to the match with Watchung 6-0, 6-0, or 6-1, 6-0, in their breeze Hills, he said, “They have been tough past the Kardinals. Blue Devil senior in the past. Danielle Coleman, who is also play- Second-seeded Bridgewater- Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times ing in the New Jersey State Singles Raritan and third-seeded J. P. A PACK OF WILD DOGS…The Raider vicious defensive unit of Travis Boff, Tournament, won at first singles. Stevens were also slated to play on Marc Fabiano, Rob Maroney, Mark Giannaci, Kevin Urban, Colin Weber, Freshman Nikki Reich won at sec- October 14. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Leroy Anglin and Tim Karis unloaded on the Cougars limiting them to three- ond singles and sophomore Jessica Tirone concluded, “We will have and-out in the second half. DIVING OVER FOR THE SCORE…Halfback Tyshon Blackmon, No. 6, dives Bender won at third singles. to play very hard to win our section. over for the Blue Devils’ first touchdown against the Tigers. Katherine Kielar and Michelle We beat Bridgewater, 3-2, and they Morawski, who are competing in the beat J. P. Stevens to get the second Raiders Foil Cougars, 33-22, New Jersey State Doubles Tourna- seed.” Blue Devils’ ‘Stance’ Rejects In Clash of Grid Unbeaten Local High School Girls Linden Football Boys, 12-7 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Varsity Tennis Results: CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Senior middle linebacker Boff, and think we punted twice in the whole In the first quarter, the Tigers and pressed DelDuca. “We have a good middle linebacker Kevin Urban each game, so wow, that’s pretty good.” OCTOBER 8: Emma Gersten, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 quarterback Treat Givens engineered leader in Jan Cocozziello and I got a had one sack and six tackles, Charlie In the second half, the Raider line- Scotch Plains-Fanwood 5, Kearny 0 Second doubles: Chandra Bibi and Asra a long drive that began at their own great block from Marc Dowling. I First singles: Carly Heinz d. Ashley Ashfaq (N) d. Melissa Malaput and Mel- Bachi had seven tackles while Rob men opened holes at will and Baker issa Cruz, 7-5, 6-1 16-yard line and ended with saw a big hole and I took it. I got hit, Moroney was credited with six. rumbled to the 17. Three plays later, Tenambere, 6-2, 6-4 Cocozziello intercepting in the end Second singles: Courtney Burke d. but we needed a score and I scored.” “Last year when we lost to them, Baker bashed in on a one-yard plunge OCTOBER 10/11: zone. The play before Cocozziello’s The Tigers’ last offensive began at Evelyn Santiago, 6-0, 6-4 NJSIAA SINGLES: that stayed in the pit of my stomach,” with 7:49 remaining in the third quar- Third singles: Ayana Brody d. Magda interception, the Blue Devils blitzed their own 16. After plays that in- said Boff. “I was just waiting to ter. Nodi, 6-2, 6-2 Blue Devil Danielle Coleman won and threw halfback Norman cluded a 38-yard breakaway by Julio unload on these guys. Everyone “In the locker room we talked and First doubles: Karina Gotliboym and her first round and second round Wakefield for a five-yard loss. Loperana and a 20-yard reception by Joanna Rosenberg d. Justine Pieretti matched before being stopped by top- stepped up. We were told that their came out psyched up, determined we Linden got its only TD when it got Whitney Dinville followed by a 17- and Evelyn Sabian, 6-1, 6-1 seeded Chisako Suglyama of Montclair line was really good, but we knew we were not going to loose this one,” Second doubles: Dani Finkel and Octavia great field position at the Westfield yard reception by Michael are just as good, so we just took it to said Fabiano. “We fired off quickly, Gomes d. Samantha Kochanska and Kimberley in the third round. 44. After marching to the nine on Henderson, the Devils had their backs NJSIAA DOUBLES: them, rammed it down and played picked up the blitzers as we they Stephanie Nackin, 6-0, 6-0 four rushes, Givens completed a TD to the wall at the nine. Three plays hard football.” were coming in and opened up the NORTH SECTION 2, GROUP 2: Blue Devils Katherine Kielar and pass to Raphael Moscoso with 11:05 later, the Tigers faced fourth-and- The Raiders appeared to be head- holes big so Baker could run right Governor Livingston 3, Caldwell 2 Michelle Morawski won their sec- left in the half. The point after put the goal from the six with 53 seconds ond and third round matches to ad- ing for a quick score on the opening through them.” First singles: Stephanie Joong (C) d. Tigers up, 7-0. remaining. Givens rolled left and Katie Tierny, 7-6 (7-4), 6-1 vance to the fourth round. drive until a bad exchange resulted in On the next possession, the Raid- Second singles: Stephanie Davidson (C) The Blue Devils’ first TD came passed incomplete in the end zone. a fumble recovered by Cougar Chris ers marched 55 yards on nine plays, d. Sabrina Govindarajan, 6-3, 6-1 with 0:37 remaining in the half. Be- “It was amazing! We have that po- Brown, who sprinted 35 yards for the culminating with Baker’s two-yard Third singles: Michelle Rosenthal (G) d. ginning at the Westfield 39, tential. That was our best stop all year. TD. Less than four minutes later, burst over the top for the TD. Alissa Martoglio, 6-0, 6-3 Blackmon had a made a crucial 16- First doubles: Katie Freda and Jess Everything starts clicking on every LaForge got the Raiders moving by “We knew we had to come out here Baroff (G) d. Susie Paterson and Jade yard run for a first down, but the Blue cylinder when everyone starts com- marching 74 yards, capped by Baker’s and play our best game,” said Baker. Dilonno, 6-0, 6-1 Devils later faced a fourth-and-seven ing along,” expressed Cocozziello. eight-yard TD. Michael Baumwoll “That’s what we did. Everyone played Second doubles: Jen Berntson and from the Tiger 25 when Cocozziello After a bye week, the Blue Devils nailed the extra point to tie the game. hard and met their responsibility. Lauren Portnoi (G) d. Morgan Pryor and hit Blackmon for the 19-yard gain to Maryna Tykalenko, 6-1, 6-1 will try to even the score and their With strong blocking, LaForge, on Our whole line did a great job, the the six. Blackmon followed with his record in Morristown on October 25 fourth-and-nine, connected with holes were there; Boff, Fabiano, Rob OCTOBER 10: plunge into the end zone. The extra- at 1:30 p.m. Maroney, Mark Giannaci, Kevin Scotch Plains-Fanwood 5, Irvington 0 point kick was blocked. Walker, who made a leaping 27-yard Westfield 0 6 6 0 12 grab in the end zone with 75 ticks off Urban, Ryan Weber, LeRoy Anglin First singles: Courtney Burke d. “I had to get aggressive and I ex- Emmannel Athias, 6-0, 6-0 Linden 0 7 0 0 7 the clock in the second quarter. and Tim Karis were just fabulous. I Second singles: Dani Finkel d. Emmanuel ploded off the line. I took three hard “I go out there and instill the stall kept my legs strong and went Renaldo, 6-0, 6-1 steps out then I ran across the middle PUBLIC NOTICE clock,” explained Walker. “Then through.” Third singles: Octavia Gomes d. Angela and he put it on the money,” said TOWN OF WESTFIELD when they bite, I’m open. The quar- With 6:44 left in the game, Boff Larmony, 6-0, 6-0 Blackmon of his pass reception. PLANNING BOARD First doubles: Sara Woods and Liza Katz terback gives me the ball and that’s struck pay dirt on a two-yard run; d. Eramene Clerjuste and Adetoun As to his TD, Blackmon stated, “I Notice is hereby given that the Westfield where I’m at, every time, wherever Baumwoll nailed the extra point. Oyebade, 6-1, 6-0 wasn’t going to be denied this week.” Planning Board at its meeting on Thursday, he needs me, I’m there.” With 1:54 remaining, the Cougars Second doubles: Hyojin Park and Jes- Finne’s fumble recovery midway October 9, 2003 memorialized the following The Cougars regained the lead with scored when Drechel hit Michael sica Binkiewicz d. Cassandra Piercin through the third quarter gave Board action of September 4, 2003: and Daphney Quetant, 6-0, 6-0 32 seconds remaining in the half, Porter for six yards. Ingram hauled Westfield excellent field position at 03-17 JOHN A. PINTO FAMILY LIM- when quarterback Chris Drechel (11- in the two-point conversion. North Plainfield 3, Union Catholic 2 the Tiger 22. Six plays later, ITED PARTNERSHIP, L.P., 439 for-19, 126 yards) took to the air and “Big win for us, huge win,” said First singles: Ali Farawell (UC) d. Evelyn Cocozziello handed off to DelDuca, CENTRAL AVENUE, BLOCK Lee, 6-0, 6-1 3206, LOT 6. APPLICANT hooked up with Jamar Ingram for six Boff. “We came in here, knew what Second singles: Kathleen Maher (N) d. who refused to fall until he was over SEEKS TO CONVERT 2ND yards. The point after gave the Cou- we had to do and got it done; every- Ashley Meyn, 6-0, 6-1 David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times the goal line. With 4:22 on the clock, FLOOR RESIDENTIAL USE TO gars a 14-13 lead. body. The linebackers controlled the Third singles: Nagina Riaz (N) d. Caitlin FIRST SINGLES…Blue Devil Westfield’s two-point pass conver- OFFICE USE. (CONFORMING “Let’s protect the ball. 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OCTOBER 7: Oak Knoll 3, New Providence 1 Cranford 1, Westfield 0 Jen and Elizabeth Redmond and Melissa Montalvo scored on a Kelsey Quick had a goal and an assist breakaway for the 7-2 Cougars. apiece for the 6-1-1, No. 10 Royals Union Catholic 2, Rahway 0 OCTOBER 10: Ali Whittle and Danielle Chapla Scotch Plains-Fanwood 2, Kearny 0 scored for the 7-1 Vikings. Michelle Fischer and Carlene Bronikowski scored for the 8-1 Raid- Governor Livingston 4, ers and goalie Lauren Mains had Immaculata 1 nine saves. Meredith Talbot and Chrissie Sidie scored two goals each for the 5-2 Governor Livingston 8, Rahway 0 Highlanders. It was the Meredith Talbot and Chrissie Sidie show as Talbot netted OCTOBER 8: three goals and an assist and Sidie Scotch Plains-Fanwood 8, Eliza- netted two goals and three assists for beth 0 the Highlanders. Rebecca Schaal Kelly Rigano, Allie Hambleton and DOUBLES CHAMPS & RUNNER UP…Pictured, left to right, are: JoAnn BREAKING TO THE OUTSIDE…Halfback Patrick Bergin, No. 20, breaks to contributed two goals and two as- Purdy, Deirdra Hewett, Sherri Bender and Hilary Abramowitz who vied for the the outside during the Westfield D Blue’s, 27-0, win over Perth Amboy. Fullback Jenna Balestriere each had a goal sists. Westfield Tennis Association women’s doubles title. The match was won in Anthony Pafumi, No. 35, sets up a block. and an assist for the 7-1 Raiders. three sets by Bender and Abramowitz, 7-6, 1-6, and a tiebreak 12-10. Chelsea Mintz, Allie Zazzali, Jessie OCTOBER 11: Sapienza, Lauren Weissbrod and Summit 2, Union Catholic 1 Lauren Perrotta also netted goals. Monica Jones and Liz Mormak WTA Women’s Double Blue Devil DW Boys Shutout scored for the 9-2-1 Hilltoppers and High School Girls OCTOBER 9: Ali Whittle scored for the 7-3 Vi- Tennis Final Standing: Governor Livingston 4, Union 0 kings. The final standings for the WTA Field Hockey: By Millburn Grid Kids, 20-0 Chrissie Sidie netted two goals for OCTOBER 13: Women’s Doubles ladder is shown OCTOBER 7: the 6-2 Highlanders and Danielle Scotch Plains-Fanwood 1, Linden 1 The Westfield Blue Devils DW foot- and five yards. below. Ridge 2, Westfield 1 ball team lost to Millburn, 20-0, on Center Ryan Elliot, along with line- McCann and Amanda McGrath Meaghan Kelly, assisted by Lauren 1. Bender/Abramowitz October 12 at Millburn. The Blue Dev- added one each. Keeper Allison York 2. Purdy/Hewett Lizzie Trimble scored a goal for the men Nicholas Arnold, Nicholas Callello, Perrotta, scored the Raider goal to tie 5-3-1 Blue Devils. Sydney Upah had ils’ offense was stymied for very little Ryan Marsh, Michael Carlino and Tim got her third-straight shutout. the score.. 3. Zoidis/Fraser yardage in the first half. The defense Walsh kept opening holes for Westfield 4. Galasso-Perez/Santalla a goal and an assist and Caitlyn 5. Morin/Vollbrechthausen Jennings had a goal for 6-2 Ridge. played well on all plays from scrimmage but could not spring wide outs Charlie 6. Day/Kacmarsky with the exception of three plays that Callinan or Justin Ricardo for any major 7. Sottung/Weisman Governor Livingston 3, Roselle Park 1 ended up in scores. yardage. 8. Brotman/Jacobello Jen Hauser had a goal and two as- Defensive back Thomas Ross, line- 9. Goldberger/Wirtshafter man Anthony Amatucci and linebacker Westfield PAL D Rips 10.Healey/Freundlich sists and goalie Elise Hubert made 17 Troy Skibitsky all had exceptional games 11.Annis/Nelson saves for the 1-7 Highlanders. and hard-hitting tackles. Westfield Perth Amboy, 27-0 12.Antonelli/Walker A. L. Johnson 7, North Plainfield 0 stopped any running up the middle. De- Westfield’s D-Blue PAL football team Lynne Kovolisky and Rielle Colucci fensive linemen Joseph Salmon, Michael cruised to a 27-0 victory over Perth Westfield Out-duels each had two goals for ALJ. D’Antico and Daniel Bigelow, lineback- Amboy, boosting its record to 4-1. ers JP Gilmartin, Taylor Friss, Brian Westfield set the tone with a 65-yard SPF Blue Thunder Oak Knoll 7, Mount St. Mary 1 Fritz and Frankie Scalera stopped all touchdown run from Taylor Brand on The Westfield Torpedoes outlasted Courtney Hubschaman flicked in interior running plays. Defensive backs the opening play of the game. the Scotch Plains-Fanwood (SPF) U13 three goals for the No. 19 Royals. Justin Ricardo, Conor Chopy, Austin Offensively, Westfield finished the Blue Thunder soccer team, 2-1, with a Slifer and Dillion Rolnick provided first half with touchdown runs by full- strong team effort. The Torpedoes struck OCTOBER 11: crushing blows on most outside pass back Tony Pafumi and quarterback Bran- early off a corner kick and an aggressive UC TOURNAMENT: attempts. don Ruhl to up the lead to 21-0. At the attack on the SPF goal. The Thunder Summit 1, Westfield 0 All Millburn scores were set up by end of the second half, halfback Matt equalizer was hammered home late in Jaime Greenman scored on a pen- well-executed screen pass plays. Albano ran for the final score. Time ran the first half by Chris McManus with alty stroke for the Hilltoppers. Jen Westfield stopped Millburn on two ex- out before the extra point could be at- impressive assists credited to Mark Frost had 17 stops for Westfield. tra-point attempts. tempted. Michael Stravach led the pass- Koransky and Michael Roth. Westfield’s offense, which had no ing attack with two receptions. Both teams came out aggressively in A. L. Johnson 2, Cranford 0 first downs in the first half, controlled In the first half, Westfield held Perth the second half and play continued end- Rielle Colucci scored twice for the the clock for most of the second half. Amboy to negative yardage. Defensemen to-end with Thunder boys Tyler Della second-seeded Crusaders. Running back Colin Barber ran behind John Githens, Latee Hilliard, Peter Badia, Marc Eric Fusillo and Patrick Oak Knoll 4, Roselle Park 1 left tackle Kyle Kania and left Guard Mebane, Aidan Phillips, John Gentile, Clancy contributing several shots on goal. Courtney Hubschmann netted three Jonathan Nanna for consecutive gains of Daniel Wickens and Chris Neylan con- UC 50+ SOFTBALL CHAMPS…Comcast Cablevision recently won the Union The lone second half tally came when goals for the 9-1-1 Royals. seven, five and six yards. Back Brendan tinued to keep the pressure on Perth County Senior 50+ Softball League title. Pictured, left to right, are: Steve Ferro, the Torpedo striker booted home a strong Dugan scooted for seven yards, Brando Amboy through the end of the game. Charlie Lehman, Frank Pepe, Tom Straniero and Bill Mirto; middle row, Dom corner shot. Kent Place 1, Union 0 Vassallo bashed five yards and quarter- D-Blue will host Summit on Sunday, Deo, John McLaughlin, Steve Pietrucha and Angelo Corbo; back row, Frank The 2-2 Blue Thunder will host the Beth Reveche scored for 11-0-1, back Patrick Dyer ran two consecutive October 19, at 10:30 a.m. at Kehler Bender, Karl Grossmann, Tony Williams, Tom Lombardi and Art Kopacz. 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(908) 233-0065 Westfield Office For all your mortgage 209 Central Avenue needs Call ERA Mortgage 16 Offices 908-233-5555, ext. 169 at 888-421-3813 Throughout New Jersey Direct Line: 908-301-2015 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 16, 2003 Page 15 Local High School Varsity Girls Volleyball Results: OCTOBER 7: blocks each. Ursula Pereira notched Union Catholic over Rahway, 25- 26 kills, 22 digs and five blocks for 13, 25-13, 25-20 Jen Monroy notched 10 kills and the No. 9 Red Raiders. Katie Seamon had 11 kills and three Cranford over Scotch Plains- aces for the 8-1, No. 6 Vikings. Fanwood, 25-13, 25-17, 25-21 Nina Baker had 10 assists for the OCTOBER 8: 6-3 Raiders. Haley Robinson had 20 Union over Scotch Plains- Fanwood, 25-13, 27-25, 25-12 service points and five kills for the 8- 5 Cougars. Kelli Kaskiw had two kills and two digs for the 6-2 Raiders. Ashley Green Union Catholic over New Provi- HAULING IN A BOMB…On the way to a 27-0 win over Perth Amboy, had 11 kills for the 7-3 Farmers. dence, 20-25, 25-15, 25-13, 25-19 quarterback Tony DiIorio prepares to throw a touchdown pass to Alex Debbie. Jen Monroy had 18 kills, 11 digs The Westfield PAL B team won, 27-0, and remained undefeated. OCTOBER 9: Newark East Side (10-1) over and eight aces and Katie Seamon had 13 kills and 15 digs for the 9-1 Vi- KEY PLAYER IN THE VICTORY…Halfback Eddie Simmons, No. 12, was a Westfield (6-4), 25-23, 23-25, 25- kings. Allison Russo had seven kills key player in the Westfield PAL A team’s, 32-0, win over Perth Amboy. Westfield PAL B Pounds 17, 25-19 Westfield upped its record to 5-0. Blue Devil Sophie Hall had 26 for the 13-2 Pioneers. assists, nine service points and five Perth Amboy Gridders, 27-0 kills, Jackie LeBlanc had 18 kills County High School and six blocks and Lizzie Myers and Westfield PAL A Crumbles Westfield’s PAL B football team re- Defensemen Nick DeFreitas and Weichert Sasha Sharif had four kills and two mained undefeated, elevating its record Jihaad Billups made several tackles. Football Results: to 4-0-1, by thumping Perth Amboy (PA), David Babetski and DeFazio, aided by OCTOBER 10: Perth Amboy Grid Kids, 32-0 27-0, on October 12. blocks from linemen Joe Kania, Dan High School Boys Brett DeFazio recovered a fumble, Ludlum, Mathew Stroup and Michael Union 47, Newark East Side 14 The Westfield PAL Football A foot- pass. Dugan’s blocked punt at the PA 13 which set up running back Ricardo Tarnofsky, had several fine carries in the Joe Cannon had three rushing touch- ball team ripped Perth Amboy (PA), 32- set up the next score. Neylan capped the Johnson’s 30-yard touchdown run. Bran- second half. Sheehan grabbed a 25-yard Soccer Results: downs for the 5-0, No. 13 Farmers. 0, on October 12. The defense held the drive with an eight-yard TD pass to Vall- don Rollnick tacked on the extra point. reception from DiIorio then Debbie fol- OCTOBER 7: Union 7 19 14 7 47 PA to negative net yardage with several llobera and a QB sneak for the PAT. Defensively, Jordon Johnson deflected a lowed with a TD catch. Westfield 2, Cranford 1 East Side 0 0 0 14 14 QB sacks and tackles for losses. Next, Simmons scampered 30 yards and pass while Chris Jacob, Jimmy Reardon Westfield’s dominant defense set up Linemen Alex Falk (two QB sacks Brand added a one-yard TD run. Lee Tomasso netted the winning OCTOBER 11: and Eric Moran protected. for the shutout with James Diddell re- goal on a penalty kick in overtime and recovery of blocked punt), John Westfield scored twice in the fourth Facing fourth-and-long, PA tried for a cording a sack and Gerald Schuman Governor Livingston 35, Rahway 24 Dugan (two blocked punts, two QB sacks quarter. Ruhl recovered a fumble at the 20-yard pass that DeFazio intercepted. tackling. and assisted on Brendan Egan’s goal Highlander quarterback Bryan and fumble recovery) and Joe Vall- Devil 44. Neylan completed passes to Evan Paulan provided key blocking while in regulation for Westfield. Joe Beal rumbled 247 yards and scored llobera (three tackles for losses) led the Brand and Simmons then hit Fitzpatrick Tony DiIorio passed to Craig Dyer for a Westfield PAL C Ties McGinley scored for the Cougars. four TDs on 25 carries. Chris Bergeski defense. Linemen Ryan Scanlon and for a 15-yard score. Next, Dugan blocked 27-yard TD. Later, Westfield blocked a Immaculata 3, Governor added a 13-yard TD run. Tommy Wansaw, linebackers Ricky a punt at the PA 19. Shapiro passed to punt that was recovered by Chris Perth Amboy, 6-6 Livingston 2 Ruhl, Antonio Santanastaso, Patrick Wilt for 10 yards, then Neylan carried Sheehan, putting the Blue Devils in strong Rahway 6 18 0 0 24 Stanley, Scott Newman and Austin five yards for the TD. The Westfield PAL C team continued Gov. Livingston 7 14 7 7 35 position for another carry across the goal Mike Carmody and Chase Golumb Rolnick and backs Charlie Read, Danny its unbeaten season with a 6-6 tie against netted goals for the 3-4-2 Highlanders. by Chris Rhodes. Alex Debbie passed Perth Amboy (PA) to share a tie with PA Plainfield 15, Elizabeth 8 Selert, Mike Wikander, Dan Ramalho for the extra point. atop the standings. Westfield, utilizing a OCTOBER 8: Phil Anderson scored on a 24-yard and Eddie Simmons joined in with Ruhl WTA Sets Date single wing attack, moved the ball Scotch Plains-Fanwood 4, Eliza- sprint and Dante Harvey blasted eight and Read adding fumble recoveries. Westfield U14 Girls Top throughout the game with strong block- beth 1 yards for the deciding TD for the 3- QBs Kevin Neylan and Evan Shapiro For Annual Party ing from the offensive line of Chris led the offense. Linemen John DiIorio, The Westfield Tennis Association Ryan Breznitsky netted a goal 2 Cardinals. David Newsom had a Josh Gribbin, Scanlon, Dugan and Branchburg Cagers Castelo, Keith Hurtt, Mike Sheehan, 69-yard TD reception for the 3-2 will hold its annual tennis party/short and an assist and Ed Zazzali added Wansaw opened holes for runners Ryan business meeting on Saturday, Octo- The Westfield U14 fall girls basket- Andrew Arnold and Mike Fietkiewicz. two assists for the 8-0 Raiders. Min- Minutemen. ball team improved to 4-1 with a, 41-21, The highlight of the second-quarter Brand, Mike Phillips, Vall-llobera, ber 25 at the Inman Tennis Club in win over Branchburg. Erin Miller led the scoring drive was a 34-yard run by Kevin uteman Tiago Figueredo scored the Elizabeth 8 0 0 0 8 Simmons and Stanley. Tight end John Edison 7-10:30 p.m. The cost is $20 way with 21 points, including 7-for-12 Hearon before Joe Ondi scampered in first goal of the season against the Plainfield 0 8 7 0 15 Wilt and wide outs Mike Fitzpatrick, for members and $25 for nonmem- from the line. for the score. Raiders. Harry Bernstein and Anthony Garcia bers. Casey el Kourey sank nine points and The Westfield defense stopped a scor- contributed in the aerial attack. Play is pre-arranged so you do not Linden 10, Irvington 2 Westfield clicked with three second- need a partner. Non-players are al- had a team-high, 13 rebounds. Nicole ing drive just before the half. Brian Dominic Principato and Awal See it all on the Web! Blackman bucketed five points and had Henry and Brandon Dietz made impor- quarter scores. Following Read’s fumble ways welcome. To sign up, please call five steals. Stephanie Slodyzcka had four tant stops in the backfield. Dietz and Pat Mohammed each scored four goals www.goleader.com recovery at the PA 18, Westfield drove (908) 233-6075 or check out the points and eight rebounds and Diana Gray had fumble recoveries to assist in for the 7-1-1 Tigers. to the one where Neylan sneaked in for website: www.westfieldnj.com/wta the TD then hit Fitzpatrick with a PAT Venezia had two points and three re- keeping the PA offense off the field. OCTOBER 9: bounds. Ally Oberlander had three re- The C team will host Summit on Sun- Union Catholic 2, North Plainfield 0 bounds, three steals and two assists. day, October 19, at Kehler Stadium Mike Seamon and Ricardo Cabrera Krissy Wendel had four rebounds while Charlotte O’Leary had a steal and three RoadWeichert Race to Take found the net for the 4-2-1 Vikings. assists. Governor Livingston 4, Roselle Place in Kenilworth Catholic 0 COLDWELL BANKER Scotch Hills Women The Commerce Bank October Run Matt Sincaglia, Chris Sacco, Dave will take place Sunday, October 26 in Presley and Eric Davis rippled the & XPERIENCE RUST ELIABILITY ERVICE Tell Golf Results downtown Kenilworth. There will be net for the 4-4-2 Highlanders. E , T , R S A spokeswoman for the Scotch Hills a four-mile race as well as the Women’s Golf Association of Scotch PracticeHard Mile/Kenilworth Com- OCTOBER 10: Plains announced the results of the “9 munity Walk. Scotch Plains-Fanwood 1, Kearny 0 Hole 4 Ball Scramble” tournament The 4 miler will begin at 9 a.m. and In a battle of the giants, the No. 4 held October 7. will be followed by the mile at 9:50 Raiders prevailed over the No. 3 First place team: Pat Herring, Phyllis a.m. Registration for both races will Kardinals. Ed Zazzalli scored for the Coumbe, Delores Veghte and Jean take place at the Harding School on Raiders. Peterson – 3.5 Kenilworth Boulevard. The event will Second place team: Mary Pearsall, feature music by our DJ, bags to the OCTOBER 11: Betty Fitterer, Betts Sutman and June first 300 registrants, hot chocolate and Scotch Plains-Fanwood 1, McCarthy – 3 graham crackers, and a $250 cash Hopewell Valley 1 Third place team: Nettie Maguire, drawing! Ed Zazzali scored unassisted for Kathy Blatt, Maureen Wetzel and Please call (908) 245-3000 for more the Raiders and Scott Kruppe scored Mary Shea – 0 information. for Hopewell Valley.

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She is Fanwood’s current leaders have effec- Westfield, part of Toastmasters Inter- munication and Leadership Program, Holders Should Be Opposed to Decks one of the people specifically men- tively confirmed by their unaccount- national, has announced that its next along with three meetings per month, tioned in your October 2 article regard- able refusal to deny it. No one, and meeting will be held on Thursday, offers members an opportunity to en- There are three types of people who values of the beautiful neighborhoods ing the difficulties many owners and especially not Rita Mandel, deserves October 23. hance both their prepared speech and should be opposed to the current rede- surrounding these parking-residential- merchants face with all of the questions the cold, unkind and unfair treatment The club meets on the first, second extemporaneous speaking skills. velopment projects at the South Street commercial spaces should be considered. so far left unanswered by the Mayor and she has so far received from them, to train station and Prospect Street loca- Although the architects have done an Borough Council regarding the current say nothing of the cruel pain to be and fourth Thursdays of each month Anyone interested in learning more tion. These are parents, property own- admirable job in working with concerned from 7:45 to 9:30 p.m. Meetings are about Toastmasters of Westfield or any Fanwood Redevelopment plan. inflicted by them if the investment of ers, and parking permit holders. citizens and blending the building to keep More than 4 decades ago, she moved her lifetime in the borough were really held at Sunrise Assisted Living of of its programs is welcome to attend Parents should be concerned about the consistent with town architecture, the to Fanwood and worked downtown on to be stripped away against her will by Westfield, located at 240 Springfield the next meeting as a guest observer. redevelopment projects for two major density of the units and population surely South Martine Avenue, starting as a condemnation. Does the redevelopment Avenue. Individuals may also call Mark Spen- reasons: safety, and school costs. In- is not. Adding in densely populated apart- proprietor with her late husband in the of downtown Fanwood actually require The organization is dedicated to en- cer, President of Toastmasters of creasing traffic flow into and out of the ment buildings will not add value to drug store they established: – and can it be that the people of hancing communication and leader- Westfield, at (908) 497-0213 or send town center puts an additional burden on surrounding homes. “Scotchwood Pharmacy” (where Eckerd Fanwood actually desire – that such a ship skills through practice and pro- an email to [email protected]. our town’s streets that will create greater Further, unknowns in the financial is now), and in later years becoming the loyal owner for 45 years should be so gression of speeches. Information about Toastmasters In- traffic congestion during peak travel plan for financing the parking-residen- landlord of the commercial property tortured, and then possibly cast over- ternational and the Communication and times, posing additional risks for pedes- tial-commercial space require bond is- there that she worked so hard over the board, by Fanwood’s elected officials? PUBLIC NOTICE trians. Both redevelopment projects are sues that may be of dubious quality, years to build up. Virtually all of Rita These officials will of course claim that Leadership Program is available on the near both public and private schools and particularly in land-lease scenarios cur- Internet at www.toastmasters.org. Mandel’s life’s efforts and assets have she will be “fairly compensated” if they TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS additional traffic in these areas should rently proposed. These land lease agree- been invested in this property – in choose to confiscate her property — an NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting be carefully considered. Although a traf- ments also allow developers to walk Fanwood – and nowhere else. easy thing for them to say when it will of the Township Council of the Township of PUBLIC NOTICE fic impact study has not yet been con- away from the properties if they are Let me tell you just a little bit more not be THEIR houses or other property Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ducted, nearly 1,500 parking spaces will unprofitable, essentially abandoning the about this wonderful lady (who doesn’t taken, not THEIR incomes and retire- bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- be built adding to congestion and safety structures financed in large part by mu- ship on Tuesday, October 14, 2003, there NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting know that I am writing this). I have ment plans threatened, not THEIR lives concerns. nicipal bonds. Whether rental residen- personally witnessed her dealings with and livelihood required to be recon- was introduced, read for the first time, and of the Township Council of the Township of Second, school costs and school qual- tial units in the redevelopment project passed on such first reading, the following Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- her tenants for over 20 years, dealings structed, at a time in life when it is so ordinance: bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- ity are important concerns. If you are not will be profitable remains an open ques- in which she has consistently demon- difficult if not impossible to do it. Such ship on Tuesday, October 14, 2003, there aware, current plans also call for the tion. This is especially true considering AN ORDINANCE OF THE strated absolute fairness with an extra “fair compensation” is never and can was introduced, read for the first time, and building of nearly 100 rental units adja- the amenities of these “luxury apart- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH measure of personal concern and kind- never be fair, and they know it. passed on such first reading, the following cent to the parking decks. This impacts ments” such as living above a 1,000+ car PLAINS, IN THE COUNTY OF ordinance: ness. Ask any of her present or former There is really no excuse for this at UNION, NEW JERSEY, REGU- our schools because students who reside parking garage, above a number of store- in these rentals will be able to attend fronts (e.g., bagel shops, tanning salons, tenants, and this appraisal will be gladly all, particularly after Rita Mandel has LATING THE USE OF PARK- AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING and immediately confirmed. The rede- since July twice offered to commit in ING SPACES RESERVED FOR GAMES OF CHANCE ON SUN- Westfield schools, with municipal rev- etc.), next to an active train track, with velopment study done by the borough writing to take all appropriate action, THE VEHICLES OF HANDI- DAY MARCH 7, 2004 IN THE enues from these homes completely by- 73 other families. clearly reports that her property has no spending from her own pocket what- CAPPED PERSONS AND PRO- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH passing the Board of Education coffers. Parking permit holders should be con- VIDING PENALTIES FOR THE PLAINS This payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) cerned about the redevelopment. Cur- defects requiring redevelopment and ever is required, to conform her already VIOLATION THEREOF program is contracted for 30 years. So rent financial models, developed on very “is desirable from a commercial point conforming building to the dictates of Purpose: Allows any charitable organiza- of view,” as she has always been care- the adopted redevelopment plan. What Purpose: Designation of parking spaces tion to conduct games of chance (raffle) on although no one expects that all of the rough projections call for dramatic in- reserved for the vehicles of handicapped Sunday, March 4, 2004 in the Township of nearly 100 units will contain school age creases in parking fees to nearly $1,000 ful to maintain her building beauti- more than this can be reasonably asked persons in accordance with the provision of Scotch Plains provided steps are taken to kids, over thirty years, with just a few per year. At this cost, I suspect many fully, in top condition, something the of her? But these offers today remain N.J.S.A. 40:48-2.46 and providing penal- secure a license for the holding, operating kids coming onto the rolls each year, we people may give up rarely used permits borough has been proud of. Fanwood unaccepted and unanswered by ties for the violation thereof. and conducting of games of chance. are talking about millions of dollars of and even some regularly used ones, de- has a real treasure in Rita Mandel, and Fanwood’s Mayor and Borough Coun- A public hearing for same will be held on A public hearing for same will be held on a lot of people in town have known this cil. If any Fanwood residents think that Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 8:00 p.m. in Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 8:00 p.m. in direct school costs. With this added fi- creasing the need for any additional park- nancial burden and no tax payments ing at all. Further, street-parking costs at to be true as far back as they can this kind of official abuse, administered the Council Chambers of the Municipal the Council Chambers of the Municipal remember. by their representatives on their behalf, Building, or any time and place to which a Building, or any time and place to which a from these units to offset costs of edu- meters will also be doubled based on meeting for the further consideration of such meeting for the further consideration of such cating these additional students, can current rough financial projections, po- Unfortunately and very regrettably, I is wrong, they should let their Mayor ordinance shall from time to time be ad- ordinance shall from time to time be ad- Westfield schools remain strong with- tentially limiting retail traffic to the new have also personally witnessed the truly and borough council know with their journed, and all persons interested will be journed, and all persons interested will be out gigantic increases in property taxes? stores also being built under this plan. horrible way in which she has lately letters, with their phone calls (908) given an opportunity to be heard concerning given an opportunity to be heard concerning Property owners should be concerned So, if you are a parent, a property been treated by the Mayor and Borough 322-8236) or, if those fail to get through, such ordinance. such ordinance. about the redevelopment projects for three owner, or a permit parker, find out if this Council in connection with their planned with their votes on November 4. A copy of same may be obtained from the A copy of same may be obtained from the reasons: taxes, bond issues and home parking-residential-retail space plan will downtown redevelopment. Rita has had I spent my first 20 years or so a office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park good reasons to suspect recently that the resident of Fanwood, graduating from Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- equity. In addition to tax problems noted help you or hurt you. tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. above, property owners should insist that For more information see Fanwood authorities are planning to agree the very fine Scotch Plains-Fanwood Monday through Friday by any member of Monday through Friday by any member of development and redevelopment, lead to westfieldredevelopment.com. with the redeveloper to force her out, High School before going on to college the general public who wants a copy of the general public who wants a copy of forecasted increases in home equity, not Kenneth Sumner take her property away from her and and law school. I used to be proud to say same without cost. same without cost. potential decreases in equity. The home Westfield deliver it to the redeveloper if she doesn’t that I grew up in Fanwood. I now find BARBARA RIEPE BARBARA RIEPE want to sell it. Shouldn’t she be entitled myself ashamed of the fact, seeing just Township Clerk Township Clerk PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE to get a straight answer from the mayor what the people placed in charge of the 1 T - 10/16/03, The Times Fee: $38.25 1 T - 10/16/03, The Times Fee: $34.17 or from someone, anyone else on the borough are prepared to do to a person TOWN OF WESTFIELD borough council or Planning Board to as devoted as Rita Mandel is to Fanwood. Frost Is On the Pumpkin Pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A:5-7, the following summary of the books and put this fear to rest? The answer is sadly I expect that before this redevelopment Fanwood Borough accounts of the Town of Westfield for the fiscal year 2002, as made by Suplee, Clooney & no – not from these people – and she has process is completed – or perhaps be- But you are warm and Company, is hereby published and is on file at the Town Clerk’s Office and may be inspected had her several questioning letters either fore it fails – this mayor and council cozy nestled in front of by any interested person. go completely unanswered for months will cause quite a few other people to Bernard A. Heeney, Jr. your fireplace. This main- Town Clerk now or, at best, be met with non-respon- feel exactly the same way. tenance free home boasts sive and stingingly dismissive replies Bill Lasher SUMMARY OR SYNOPSIS OF AUDIT REPORT FOR PUBLICATION from the borough’s elected representa- Scotch Plains hardwood floors, master SUMMARY OR SYNOPSIS OF 2001 AUDIT REPORT tives and their specially hired redevelop- bedroom suite with full OF TOWN OF WESTFIELD AS REQUIRED BY N.J.S. 40A:5-7 ment counsel. bath and lots of space for COMBINED COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEETS After so many years as a good, tax- See it all on the Web! paying supporter of the borough, Rita’s everyone. Move in and DECEMBER DECEMBER 31, 2002 31, 2001 life has now been turned upside down www.goleader.com enjoy the serenity of this and she finds herself very afraid and picturesque property. ASSETS Hurry, this one won’t last. Cash and Investments $ 18,772,483.92 $ 14,822,618.79 Taxes, Assessments and Priced at $379,975 Liens Receivable 927,000.62 948,793.46 Property Acquired for Taxes - Assessed Value 312,720.00 312,720.00 Parker Real Estate Accounts Receivable 1,821,177.30 2,628,439.34 403 Hwy 202, PO Box 7 Fixed Capital 1,956,443.67 1,956,443.67 Fixed Capital - Authorized and Uncompleted 1,700,000.00 1,700,000.00 (908) 782-5666 Flemington, NJ 08822-0007 Deferred Charges to Future Taxation - General Capital Fund 8,231,378.10 7,720,478.10 Fixed Assets 38,925,749.11 38,364,396.37 TOTAL ASSETS $ 72,646,952.72 $ 68,453,889.73 LIABILITIES, RESERVES AND FUND BALANCES Bonds and Notes Payable $ 7,556,000.00 $ 1,040,000.00 Improvement Authorizations 2,463,006.45 4,650,591.77 Other Liabilities and Special Funds 13,208,601.04 15,438,113.91 Amortization of Debt for Fixed Capital Acquired or Authorized 2,037,443.67 2,037,443.67 Reserve for Certain Assets Receivable 2,130,468.11 2,191,597.57 Fund Balance 6,325,684.34 4,731,746.44 Investment in General Fixed Assets 38,925,749.11 38,364,396.37 TOTAL LIABILITIES, RESERVES AND FUND BALANCE $ 72,646,952.72 $ 68,453,889.73

COMPARATIVE STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE - CURRENT FUND YEAR 2002 YEAR 2001

REVENUE AND OTHER INCOME REALIZED Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Fund Balance Utilized $ 2,600,000.00 $ 2,400,000.00 BIG SUPPORTERS OF THE BLUE DEVILS…The Westfield High School Miscellaneous - From Other Than Local cheerleading squad provided added and needed support for the Blue Devil Property Tax Levies 9,933,373.71 9,387,226.75 football team in its away game against the Linden Tigers on October 10. The Collection of Delinquent Taxes and Blue Devils had a valiant goal line stance in the waning seconds of the game to Tax Title Liens 837,909.09 793,865.69 defeat the Tigers, 12-7. OPEN SUNDAY 1-4, Pastoral beauty surrounds this ele- Collection of Current Tax Levy 89,381,226.99 81,472,661.83 gant 4BRM, 3.1BTH Scotch Plains Ranch w/spacious one TOTAL INCOME $ 102,752,509.79 $ 94,053,754.27 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE flr living. HWD FLRS, beamed ceilings, lots of wnds & EXPENDITURES SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY 2301 as shown on the Tax Assessment Map custom built-ins adorn the Liv Rm w/cath ceil, Din Rm w/ Budget Expenditures $ 24,444,925.89 $ 23,223,403.68 CHANCERY DIVISION and Tax Map duplicate of BOROUGH OF bow wnd & Fam Rm. A newer EI-Kit, generous Mstr County Taxes 18,346,464.89 16,426,089.79 UNION COUNTY ROSELLE and concerns premises com- Local School Taxes 55,215,445.00 50,936,310.00 DOCKET NO. F-13605-03 monly known as 319 WHITE STREET, Suite, nicely sized BRMS & a fin BSMT is enhanced by a Special Improvement District Tax 299,726.73 300,213.99 FILE NO. 7361-03 BOROUGH OF ROSELLE, New Jersey. Other Expenditures 695,316.50 553,526.50 marvelous yard w/mature shrubbery, circular drive & NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT YOU, ARNOLD MCRAE, are made party TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 99,001,879.01 $ 91,439,543.96 defendant to the above foreclosure action deck. Presented for $679,000. DIR: Cooper to Heritage (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: because you are the owner of a property Excess in Revenue $ 3,750,630.78 $ 2,614,210.31 ARNOLD MCRAE; MRS. ARNOLD which is the subject of the above entitled Fund Balance, January 1 4,194,891.91 3,980,681.60 MCRAE, WIFE OF ARNOLD MCRAE; action. MARITOR CREDIT CORP.; NORTH- YOU, MRS. ARNOLD MCRAE, WIFE $ 7,945,522.69 $ 6,594,891.91 EAST REALTY; OF ARNOLD MCRAE, are made party de- Less: Utilization as Anticipated Revenue 2,600,000.00 2,400,000.00 YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND fendant to the above foreclosure action be- REQUIRED to serve upon CASALE & cause plaintiff has been unable to determine Fund Balance, December 31 $ 5,345,522.69 $ 4,194,891.91 PELLEGRINO, LLC, plaintiff’s attorneys, whether defendant ARNOLD MCRAE is whose address is GATEHALL 1, married, and if married, the name of COMPARATIVE STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054, an ARNOLD MCRAE’s spouse. If ARNOLD AND CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE Answer to the Complaint filed in a Civil MCRAE is married, the plaintiff joins MRS. SWIMMING POOL UTILITY OPERATING FUND Action, in which in which FUNB CUST/ ARNOLD MCRAE, WIFE OF ARNOLD TTEE C/O PLYM SPV 2 is the plaintiff and MCRAE as a defendant for any possessory YEAR 2002 YEAR 2001 ARNOLD MCRAE, ET ALS; are defen- or marital rights you may have. REVENUE AND OTHER INCOME REALIZED dants, pending in the Superior Court of New YOU, MARITOR CREDIT CORP., are Jersey, Chancery Division, UNION County made party defendant to the above foreclo- Fund Balance Utilized $ $ 122,000.00 and bearing Docket No. F-13605-03 within sure action because on December 9, 1988, Collection of Pool Fees 703,408.54 595,122.30 thirty-five (35) days after OCTOBER 16, Derrick D. McRae, Single, executed a mort- Miscellaneous From Other Than Pool Fees 51,646.56 128,694.31 2003 exclusive of such date. If you fail to gage to Meritor Credit Corp. in the amount of TOTAL INCOME $ 755,055.10 $ 845,816.61 answer or appear in accordance with Rule $85,000.00, which was recorded on De- 4:4-6, Judgment by Default may be ren- cember 21, 1988 in the UNION County EXPENDITURES dered against you for relief demanded in the Clerk’s/Register’s Office in Mortgage Book Budget Expenditures: Complaint and Amendment to Complaint, if 3936 at page 0389. Said mortgage is subor- Operating $ 505,414.00 $ 567,831.00 any. You shall file your Answer and Proof of dinate to Plaintiff’s lien. Capital Improvements 4,586.00 60,000.00 Service in duplicate with the Clerk of the YOU, NORTHEAST REALTY, are made The possibilities are endless in this sprawling Mountain- party defendant to the above foreclosure st Debt Service 28,392.00 Superior Court of New Jersey, Hughes Jus- side 5BRM, 3FBTH Cape w/fabulous addition:1 flr mstr Deferred Charges and Statutory Expenditures 21,000.00 21,000.00 tice Complex - CN 971, Trenton, New Jer- action because on July 15, 1988, Arnold L. sey 08625, in accordance with the Rules of McRae, Single, executed a mortgage to st., sunroom & kitchen w/dining area. A cordial LIV RM TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 559,392.00 $ 648,831.00 Civil Practice and Procedure. Northease Realty in the amount of w/fpl melds w/a FAM RM & privacy abounds in the Excess (Deficit) in Revenue $ 195,663.10 $ 196,985.61 You are further advised that if you are $15,000.00, which mortgage was recorded unable to obtain an attorney you may com- on July 28, 1988 in the UNION County MBR w/FBTH. Nice sized BRS, HWD FLRS, natural Fund Balance, January 1 310,660.41 235,674.80 municate with Lawyer Referral Service of Clerk’s/Register’s Office in Mortgage Book $ 506,323.51 $ 432,660.41 wood molding, ample closet space, full BSMT, wonderful the County of Venue and that if you cannot 2891 at page 0731. Said mortgage is subor- backyard, desirable updates and a splendid location craft Less: Utilization as Anticipated Revenue 122,000.00 afford an attorney, you may communicate dinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. with the Legal Services Office of the County YOU, NORTHEAST REALTY, are fur- Fund Balance, December 31 $ 506,323.51 $ 310,660.41 a wonderful home. Presented for $499,900. of Venue. The telephone number of such ther made party defendant to the above agencies are as follows: Lawyer Referral foreclosure action because on March 9, RECOMMENDATIONS For you appointment, call… Service 908-353-4715 - Legal Services 1989, a judgement was entered in the Supe- That the Municipal Court comply with all installment payments of fines/costs administra- Office 908-354-4340. rior Court of New Jersey, Morris County, by tive procedures. THE ACTION has been instituted for the Northeast Realty against Arnold L. McRae purpose of foreclosing the following tax sale disclosing a debt in the amount of Joyce Taylor, Sales Associate A Corrective Action Plan, which outlines actions the Town of Westfield will take to correct certificate(s): $25,000.00, plus interest. Said judgement the findings listed above, will be prepared in accordance with federal and state requirements. NJAR Circle of Excellence, 1977 – 2002 1. A certain tax certificate 00-037, recorded was entered as Judgement No. J-020654- A copy of it will be placed on file and made available for public inspection in the Office of the on 6/28/2000, made by Vincent Belluscio, 1989. Said judgement is subordinate to (908) 233-6417, Direct Dial Town Clerk in the Town of Westfield. Collector of Taxes of BOROUGH OF Plaintiff’s lien. The above summary or synopsis was prepared from the report of audit of the Town of ROSELLE, and State of New Jersey to DONALD F. PHELAN Westfield, County of Union, for the calendar year 2002. This report of audit, submitted by Suplee, FUNB CUST/TTEE % PLYM SPV 2 and CLERK OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Clooney & Company, Registered Municipal Accountants and Certified Public Accountants, is subsequently assigned to plaintiff, FUNB OF NEW JERSEY on file at the Town Clerk’s office and may be inspected by any interested person. CUST/TTEE C/O PLYM SPV 2. This cov- CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. · · Bernard A. Heeney ers real estate located in BOROUGH OF 1 Gatehall Drive Westfield Office 600 North Ave., West (908) 233-0065 Town Clerk ROSELLE, County of UNION and State of Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 1 T – 10/16/03, The Leader Fee: $191.76 New Jersey, known as LOT 32 BLOCK 1 T - 10/16/03, The Leader Fee: $96.39 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 16, 2003 Page 17 Scotch Plains Recreation Events County Clerk Rajoppi Wins Recent Home Sales Youth Basketball Leagues (3rd- when they need it! It can happen! Women’s Press Award 8th): This is a separate instruc- Bring your kids and join Jamie Westfield (week of September 22) Joseph and Elizabeth Morina, 422 tional league for boys and girls. Novak, a long time professional ELIZABETH – Union County nalists and communicators, is an Dr. Melvin Rubenstein to Michel and Kimball Avenue, $819,000. The leagues will be determined by Organizer for this one night, enter- Clerk Joanne Rajoppi has won a affiliate of the National Federation Monica Morin, 114 Sherman Avenue, Kenneth Goski to Mark and Jane the registrations. No requests for taining and interactive workshop. first-place award from the New Jer- of Press Women. Ms. Rajoppi’s win- M/A: 113 Madison Avenue, $10,000. Bell, 259 Prospect Street M/A: 8 team placement will be honored. Jamie has been a recurring guest on sey Press Women for her office’s ning entry will now be entered into Jean Macfail to Matthew and Eliza- Franklin Place, Summit, $635,000. Girls will play on Thursdays and CN8, WCTC, and News 12. brochure, “A History of the Union the national contest. beth Nilsen, 311 Roanoke Road, Bruno and Maryann Parente to Keith boys will play on Tuesdays. Games Date: Thursday, October 16, at County Courthouse Complex.” Ms. Last year, Ms. Rajoppi won first $655,000. Kandel, 568 Downer Street, $283,500. and practices will be scheduled in Scotch Hills Country Club. Time: Rajoppi recently received the top place in the NJPW Communica- Simon and Robin Krieger to Daniel Robert and Kathleen Goldbeck to township school facilities. Volun- 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fee: $20. honor in the group’s 2003 Commu- tions Contest for a guest editorial in and Lori Duffy, 531 Colonial Avenue, Amy Eisenstein and Alan Weinberg, teer Coaches needed. Coaches must Create-A-Page (adults): nications Contest. the Asbury Park Press highlighting $1,420,000. 631 Downer Street, $365,000. attend the Rutgers Safety Clinic on Class will focus on Halloween/ The full-color, four-page brochure women trailblazers in New Jersey Michael and Karen Peretz to Jo- Timothy Brewer and Jay Bertelson October 22. Registration: $40 Fall Harvest themes. Organize tells the history of the courthouse history. She also received the top seph and Barbara Pagano, 758 Pros- to Michael Commins, 634 W. Broad Maracas Cuentos: Interactive your pictures (bring 10-20 of your complex site at Broad Street and honor in 1994 for her nonfiction pect Street, $350,000. Street, $350,000. parent/child program based on own photos relating to this theme Rahway Avenue in Elizabeth from book, “Women in Office: Getting Christopher and Theresa Spurlock Gregory and Janet Lohr to Li Hon children’s books, creative learning or similar events if possible) and 1668 to present. This year marks the There and Staying There.” to David and Debra Hinkel, 857 Zhu and Chi Young Hwang, 139 Lam- tools and songs in Spanish. 4-week create a page for your album. Held 100th anniversary of the start of The first female County Clerk in Embree Crecent, $835,000. berts Mill Road, $462,000. program for Pre-K early elemen- on Saturday, October 18, at Scotch construction of the present court- Union County’s history, Ms. Rajoppi Daniel and Lori Duffy to Edward Grayson and Gail Via to Ronald tary students. $75 pp includes all Hills from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fee house, which was completed in has served in elected and appointed and Patricia Dulinski, 213 Embree and Ellen Shugar, 515 Trinity Place, materials. Mondays Nov. 17-Dec. $20 per person. Register by Octo- 1905. offices for the past 30 years. She Crescent, $890,000. $360,000. 8 from 3:45-4:30 or Tuesdays Nov. ber 11. The New Jersey Press Women, an was elected Union County Clerk in Melvin and Mary Williams, Jr. to George and Barbara Canellis to Alan 18-Dec. 9 from 10:45-11:30. Photo Album Power Layout: organization of professional jour- 1995 and re-elected in 2000. Rosegate Associates, LLC, 101 and Tina Kalischer, 134 Euclid Av- Classes will be held at the Towne This session focuses on organiz- Brightwood Avenue M/A: 825 Pros- enue, South, $630,000. House. ing a stack of pictures and intro- pect Street, $405,000. Federico and Pala Capasso to Conquer the Chaos: No more ducing Power Layout to complete Robert and Hillary Magnanini to Stephen and Doriann Prasek, 42 “Mom I forgot my lunch.” Or Dad, I an album in a day. Includes all Yoga for Seniors Classes Keith and Laura Williamson, 722 Westbrook Road, $475,000. have to be at practice in five min- supplies. Held on Saturday, Octo- Coleman Place, $555,000. Michael Gross Jr. and Hongzhi utes!” Imagine a day when every- ber 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Fred and Stacy Confer, IV to Roger Duan Gross to Charles Ng and Shun thing runs smoothly and everyone in Scotch Hills. Fee $50. Register To be Offered at Nicole’s and Lori Neumann, 245 Seneca Place, Ling Chen, 860 Tice Place, $549,000. the family can find what they need by October 17. $449,000. Charles Edwin Cavin Jr. and GARWOOD – Since 1988, the props are utilized to stabilize the Tyler and Pamela Way to James Marianna Cavin to James and Eliza- Nicole’s Yoga Center located in spine and open the body to meet the Yeatts and Cynthia Harris, 207 beth Birnie, 600 Leigh Drive, Garwood at 94 North Avenue, has outlines of Asanas. Eaglecroft Road, $450,000. $399,900. been offering special Yoga Restor- Open houses are scheduled on the Elizabeth Hill to Mark Gray and ative classes for Senior Citizens. following days, Monday, November Diane Barnes-Gray, 420 Colonial Yoga is a fantastic form of exercise 3, from 4 to 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Avenue, $699,900. especially beneficial for most of the November 6, from 2 to 5 p.m., Satur- Edward and Joyce Wiadzionek to conditions associated with aging such day, November 8, from 1 to 4 p.m. Neil Eric Schamban and Stephanie as arthritis, back pain, stiffness of the and Monday, November 10, from 4 Claudia Schambam, 411 Mountain joints, muscle spasm, asthma, diges- to 6:30 p.m. Avenue M/A: 416 Highland Avenue, COLDWELL BANKER tion and elimination problem, poor Free Yoga introductory classes are $665,000. & sleep, depression, etc. offered on Saturday, November 1, at Kim Catullo to Seth Kaplowitz, 616 E XPERIENCE, TRUST, RELIABILITY S ERVICE The Restorative Yoga class con- 12:10 p.m. and Wednesday, Novem- Kimball Avenue, $388,000. sists of exercises done on floor or ber 5 at 8:30 p.m. Joseph and Carol Catanzaro to Gra- Open House: Sunday October 19th, 1-4 PM chair for those with disabilities. A For new students that would like ham Bryant and Mary Patricia Bryant, series of gentle movements per- to start the program before Novem- 129 Linden Avenue, $679,000. formed with great attention without ber 10, please come to these free J. Neal and Lori Vantosky to James pain. This class will utilize Asanas evaluation and introduction class and Paul Ohaus, 629 Tremont Av- (posture) to develop balance, lim- on Mondays at 10:50 a.m., Mon- enue, $1,795,000. berness, and strength. Benefits are days at 8:20 p.m. or Thursdays at Mark Labow and Gwendolyn Wong proper alignment, increasing circu- 5:20 p.m. Please call or email for an to Prudential Residential Services, 422 lation and flexibility, reduce stiff- appointment. Kimball Avenue M/A: 16260 North ness in joints (hand, wrist, knee, For more information, call (908) 71st Street Suite 385, Scottsdale, AZ, ankle) muscle spasm; improve di- 789-6426 or visit $819,000. gestion, elimination, etc. Special www.nicolesyogacenter.com. 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Weehawken - 3 bedrooms, Sun, Oct 19, 11am-4pm for its Murray Hill, NJ office. Call (908) 233-6451 SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch The test is also an indicator for parking for 2 cars, balcony, W/D, 438 St. Marks Ave, Westfield Responsibilities include telephone Plains Health Department will con- diabetes, various liver disorders and heat & HW included. 1-1/2 months Cheap prices/good cond. Large reception as well as providing PIANO LESSONS duct its 15th Annual Health Fair on anemia, in addition to being a com- security. No fee. Minutes to Mid- items include office desk, dining admin. support to brokers, and Saturday, October 18, from 8 a.m. plete blood workup. The cost for TEACHING SINCE 1970 Town. $1600/mo. Avail. Immed. table, shelves, hutch, futon, CD other general office duties as to noon at the Scotch Plains Mu- this test is $16 and registration and Call (201) 864-7024 rack. Books, clothes, CDs, etc. requested. Qualified candidates (908) 889-4095 nicipal Building, located at 430 payment are necessary prior to Oc- should have proficient computer Park Avenue. The fair is open to tober 18. The test requires 12 hours HOUSE FOR RENT HOUSEKEEPING (MS Office) and typing skills. Must PUBLIC NOTICE Scotch Plains residents only. of fasting (excluding water). Single Family Home in Fanwood English speaking Polish lady be organized and have strong In addition to free medical Other blood tests are available at TOWN OF WESTFIELD Nice neighborhood, 4 bedrooms, looking for local housekeeping interpersonal skills. Please send screenings to detect colon-rectal additional costs. Anyone interested 2 baths, fireplace. Available day jobs. Own car. References resumes along with salary Public Notice is hereby given that an cancer (home test kit) and hyper- in participating in the blood work ordinance of which the following is a copy November 1. $2800 monthly. available. Call Adriana. requirements to: The Staubach tension, there will be an extensive should visit the Scotch Plains was introduced, read and passed on first Call (908) 233-6451 (908) 862-7619 Company, 430 Mountain Avenue, blood screening (Health Screen 1) Health Department, Room 212 of reading by the Council of the Town of Murray Hill, NJ 07974, Attn: HR. Westfield at a meeting held October 14th FURNITURE FOR SALE ESTATE SALE to detect (from one sample) abnor- the Scotch Plains Municipal Build- 2003 and that the said Council will further malities related to cholesterol and Contents of Lg house - old & mod. HELP WANTED ing, to register. consider the same for final passage on the Twin Beds, New Mattresses triglycerides, which are associated The health fair will also have 28th day of October 2003 , at 8:00 p.m., or Dresser and Mirror furn. - BD, DR, LR, Rattan furn., REAL ESTATE, Agents at as soon thereafter as said matter can be with the increased probability of available influenza immunizations $500 HH items. Everything must go. Burgdorff ERA are breaking all heart disease. reached, in the Council Chambers, Munici- 1880 Winding Brook Way for Scotch Plains senior residents pal Building, 425 East Broad Street, (908) 654-6372 records. ERA’s #1 Real Estate (age 55 and older, proof required); Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and Scotch Plains (off Raritan Rd.) firm has training classes starting 2 MATCHBOX 20 TIX hearing and vision screenings, and place any person who may be interested Sat & Sun, Oct 18th & 19th, 10A - 4P soon. Scholarships available. Jacquelynn Rhodes diabetes and cholesterol screenings therein will be given an opportunity to be 2 Floor Seats for Matchbox 20 Call 1-866-BURGDORFF heard concerning said ordinance. AUTO FOR SALE Named as NJIT (12 hours of fasting recommended). at Trump’s Taj Mahal Bernard A. Heeney 92 Toyota 4-Runner, Good FOR RENT Skin cancer screenings and spinal Town Clerk in Atlantic City. Assoc. Vice President analysis will be part of the health Friday 10/17/03 Condition, Auto, Air, CS, New WESTFIELD GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1823 Trans, New Tires SCOTCH PLAINS – Jacquelynn fair as well. In addition, students AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Call Adam (908) 233-5785 OVERSIZED 2 CAR GARAGE Asking $5,300 Rhodes, a seasoned fundraiser who from the Department of Allied Den- THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY, held the university raise millions tal Education will perform a dental WESTFIELD CHAPTER 18, ADOPTION Call (908) 665-2527 SAFE, SECURE LOCATION, “POLICE,” ARTICLE I, “IN Cell (908) 507-4964 of dollars, has been named associ- hygiene demonstration and offer in- GENERAL” We are looking for families and IDEAL FOR STORAGE ate vice president for development formation and counseling. BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of singles to adopt from China, PUBLIC NOTICE $250.00/M at New Jersey Institute of Tech- Life Line Screening Radiology, Westfield in the County of Union as follows: Russia, Guatemala and Haiti. Call Lori (973) 397-3541 nology (NJIT). LLC will provide a special work- SECTION I. Call (732) 549-2581 NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT In that position Ms. Rhodes, shop on three tests designed to help That section 18-10 entitled “Fees for Po- FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY CHILDCARE HELP lice Services” is amended to read as fol- THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS of Scotch Plains, will play a key individuals avoid a stroke. These lows: PUBLIC NOTICE CONTRACTOR: James L. Posia, Esq., Working cpl. with 2 young children role in setting the university’s tests will be offered by Life Line Sec. 18-10 Fees for Police Services TOWN OF WESTFIELD Apruzze, McDermott, Mastro & Murphy; seek live-in/out housework, overall fundraising strategy. Her Screening Radiology at a later date. (b) Search fees in cases where a review P.O. Box 112; 25 Independence Boule- childcare. Must be reliable, flexible. specific duties include advising Bone density screenings will be Public Notice is hereby given that ordi- of a record is desired $15.00 vard; Liberty Corner, New Jersey 07938 Early morning, late afternoon/ the vice president for university provided at the Overlook Healthy nances as follows were passed and adopted NATURE OF SERVICE: Appointed as (l) Parking meter bags by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield Special Legal Counsel to handle various evening during week, some advancement as well as oversee- Avenues Van, which will be lo- Initial Fee $25.00 at a meeting thereof held on October 14, confidential personnel matters within the weekend work. (908) 233-7203 ing the development office in the cated in the municipal parking lot Each day thereafter $10.00 2003. Township of Scotch Plains. identification, cultivation and so- from 10 a.m. to noon. There will be Bernard A Heeney (1) The police department is autho- DURATION: Until completion of same. COMPUTER REPAIR & HELP Town Clerk licitation of principal gift pros- a $10 fee for this screening and rized to place a bag over a parking AMOUNT: In an amount not to exceed PC repairs, upgrades, backups, pects. She will also frame strat- pre-registration is required. Inter- meter permitting exclusive use of GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1822 $17,500. billed at the rate of $125. per hr. the metered parking space by the plus usual and reasonable cost of said configurations. Software/Internet egy and tactics to the solicita- ested individuals are asked to visit AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND applicant requesting and paying for action. help & consulting. Inexpensive, tion of gifts and manage rela- Room 212 of the Municipal Build- THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF same so long as the applicant has a THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT WESTFIELD CHAPTER 13, reliable, local. Seniors - discount. tionships with prospective and ing. Registration is limited. bona fide business purpose includ- FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OF- “MOTOR VEHICLES AND References. Mirek (908) 389-0604 present donors. ing filming, construction, and legiti- FICE OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. TRAFFIC,” ARTICLE III, mate commercial purposes as Barbara Riepe Ms. Rhodes received her “STOPPING, STANDING AND deemed by the police department Township Clerk bachelor’s degree in sociology PARKING,” DIVISION I, “GEN- Diabetes Screenings occupying a metered parking space 1 T - 10/16/03, The Times Fee: $19.89 Workshop to Address ERALLY” as well as a master’s degree in for a period of more than one hour. 1 T - 10/16/03, The Leader Fee: $17.34 social sciences from Michigan To Be Available at Y Such exclusive use shall not be PUBLIC NOTICE ‘Career Alternatives’ State University. In addition, she WESTFIELD – Free diabetes permitted for more than twenty-one PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT screenings will be offered on Tues- days except by special permission FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY SCOTCH PLAINS – “Creative Ca- holds her master’s degree in so- of the Town Council. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS reer Alternatives” will be offered by cial work in administration, day, October 21, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Westfield Y, located at SECTION II. A Special Meeting of the Mayor and Coun- CONTRACTOR: Lisa Barre-Quick, the Center for Women and Families in policy and planning from Rutgers Any or all ordinances or parts thereof in cil is scheduled for Wednesday, October Esq.; Apruzze, McDermott, Mastro & Scotch Plains as part of its Personal University. She is certified by 220 Clark Street in Westfield. conflict, or inconsistent, with any part of the 29, 2003, 7:00 P.M. to be held at Fanwood Murphy; P.O. 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This hear- confidential personnel matters with in the located at 1801 East Second Street. inside the van. vision of this ordinance shall be held to be ing is in response to a Notice of Appeal Township of Scotch Plains. Presenter Sandra Frank will dis- Boys and Girls Clubs unconstitutional or invalid by any court, such submitted by objectors to the Verizon Wire- For more information, please DURATION: Until completion of same. cuss strategies for reinventing oneself call the Westfield Y at (908) 233- holdings shall not affect the validity of this less’ approval. AMOUNT: In an amount not to exceed Seek Vehicle Donations ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof, The Mayor and Council will also consider and uncovering unconventional places 2700, extension no. 251. $7,500. billed at the rate of $125. per hr. plus AREA – The Boys and Girls Clubs other than the part so held unconstitutional awarding contracts for bids received on usual and reasonable costs of said action. to seek employment, while also dis- or invalid. October 16, 2003 relating to improvements THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT cussing the value of networking. have announced that people seeking SECTION IV. to sidewalks and roads. FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OF- To register for this workshop, please to donate a car or boat to benefit This ordinance shall take effect after pas- Official action will be taken. FICE OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. See it all on the Web! sage and publication as soon as, and in the Eleanor McGovern call (908) 322-6007. 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TOWN OF WESTFIELD rate of fifty cents for sixty minutes or portion thereof. The operator immediately after vehicle to within a reasonable distance of the address of their residence. Public Notice is hereby given that an ordinance of which the following is a copy was parking the operator’s vehicle in a numbered spot shall deposit or cause to be (c) Marking of zones. Each residential parking permit zone shall be marked with introduced, read and passed on first reading by the Council of the Town of Westfield at a deposited in the pay station device the posted fee required for the numbered spot signs at regular intervals indicating “No Parking Over 2 Hours Without Permit 8 A.M. meeting held October 14th 2003 and that the said Council will further consider the same for occupied by the operator’s vehicle. to 2 P.M. Monday – Friday.” final passage on the 28th day of October 2003 , at 8:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as said (c) Hours of operation shall be Monday through Saturday 9:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. (d) Marking of spaces in residential parking lots. Parking spaces in unmetered lots matter can be reached, in the Council Chambers, Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, shall be marked by lines in the street, on the pavement or on the curb to indicate or Sec. 13-33. Parking lot no. 6. set off the space within which a vehicle may be parked. It shall be unlawful to place Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and place any person who may be interested therein The following regulations shall apply in municipal parking lot no. 6 on the northwest side will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning said ordinance. or park a vehicle across or beyond any such parking line or beyond such parking of Watterson Street, between Rahway Avenue and South Avenue: mark. Bernard A Heeney (a) This lot shall be permit only, the fee charged for same shall be payable to the Town Town Clerk in advance, payment of which shall be evidenced by a sticker permit issued by the Sec. 13-55. Prohibitions. GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1824 Town, good only during the period for which same was purchased. Such sticker (a) Parking vehicle without permit. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, permit shall be affixed to the location specified by a notice given the permit holder (1) Residential permit parking zones. No vehicle shall be parked for a period CHAPTER 13 at the time the permit holder is given the permit and shall be clearly visible at all times of more than two hours, between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 2:00 P.M., during which the vehicle is parked in parking lot no. 6. Such sticker permits shall only Monday through Friday, along the curb in any residential permit parking zone, BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield in the County of Union: be available to residents of the Town of Westfield and shall be nontransferable. unless such vehicle shall have prominently displayed, in the left lower corner SECTION 1: Sections 13-28 through 13-35A of Chapter 13 of the Town of Westfield shall Proof of residency acceptable to the Police Department of the Town of Westfield of the rear window thereof, a current residential parking permit for that vehicle be amended as follows: shall be provided by all applicants for permits. to park in that zone. (b) Hours of enforcement shall be Monday through Friday 5:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. (2) Residential permit parking lots. No vehicle shall be parked in a municipal Sec. 13-28. Parking lot no. 1. parking lot designated as residential permit parking unless such vehicle shall The following regulations shall apply to municipal parking lot no.1 opposite 121 Prospect Sec. 13-34. Parking lot no. 7. have displayed, in the manner described by the Police Department, a current The following regulations shall apply in municipal parking lot no. 7 on the westerly side of Street: residential parking permit for that vehicle. (a) Parking in this lot shall be limited to two hours except for those spaces therein as Lenox Avenue between Central Avenue and North Avenue: (b) Other regulations remain in effect. Holders of residential parking permits must may be designated for twelve hour parking. (a) Parking in this lot shall be limited to two hours. obey all other parking regulations, such as the prohibitions on parking adjacent to fire (b) Parking meters shall be installed to provide parking for up to two hours at the rate (b) Parking meters shall be installed to provide parking for up to two hours at the rate hydrants, driveways, crosswalks, stop signs, etc. of fifty cents for sixty minutes or any portion thereof. of fifty cents for sixty minutes or any portion thereof. (c) Bona fide residence. If the holder of a residential parking permit has registered a (c) Eight hour parking meters shall be installed to provide parking for up to twelve hours (c) Hours of operation shall be Monday through Friday 9:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. vehicle to his or her address in a residential permit parking zone, which address is at a rate of fifty cents for one hour or any portion thereof. Sec. 13-35. Parking lot no. 8. not the holder’s bona fide residence, such residential parking permit shall be void. (d) Hours of enforcement shall be Monday through Saturday 9:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. The following regulations shall apply in municipal parking lot no. 8 located on the southwest (d) Transfer of vehicle with permit. If the holder of a residential parking permit Sec. 13-29. Parking lot no. 2. side of Elm Street between East Broad Street and Cowperthwaite Place: transfers the ownership or use of the vehicle with the permit, by sale, gift, or bailment, The following regulations shall apply to municipal parking lot no. 2 at the westbound (a) This lot shall be permit only, the fee charged for same shall be payable to the Town to any person not residing in that residential parking zone, such residential parking railroad station on North Avenue between North Avenue and the railroad right-of-way: in advance, payment of which shall be evidenced by a sticker permit issued by the permit shall be void. (a) Parking in this lot shall be limited to two hours. Town, good only during the period for which same was purchased. Such sticker SECTION 4. Section 13-36 of Article 13 of the Code of the Town of Westfield shall be (b) Parking meters shall be installed to provide parking for up to two hours at a rate of permit shall be affixed to the location specified by a notice given the permit holder amended as follows: fifty cents for sixty minutes or any portion thereof. at the time the permit holder is given the permit and shall be clearly visible at all times (c) Hours of enforcement shall be Monday through Saturday 9:00 A.M to 7:00 P.M. during which the vehicle is parked in parking lot no. 8. Such sticker permits shall only Sec. 13-36. Parking meter zones established. be available to employers and employees of commercial establishments conducting Parking meter zones are hereby established in the following streets, highways, roadways Sec. 13-30. Parking lot nos. 3 and 3A. business in the Town of Westfield and shall be nontransferable. Proof of employ- and parking areas of the Town with the following restrictions as to the parking time limit in (a) The following regulations shall apply to municipal parking lot no. 3 known as the ment in the Town of Westfield acceptable to the Police Department of the Town of each zone, and subject to the parking fees for each zone as set forth in section 13.38. south side railroad lot. Westfield shall be provided by all applicants for permits. (a) Two hour parking meter zones. Two hour parking meter zones are hereby (1) This lot shall include the area between South Avenue and the railroad right-of- (b) A permit issued pursuant to this section shall also permit parking in parking lots established in the following public streets and parking lots of the Town of Westfield way in the vicinity of and on both sides of the eastbound railroad station authorized by the police department. where two hour parking meters are installed. building, with the exception of that portion located on the railroad right-of-way (c) No vehicle shall be parked in a municipal parking lot no. 8 unless such vehicle shall (1) Central Avenue known as parking lot 3A. have displayed, in the manner described by the Police Department, a current parking (2) East Broad Street (2) Parking in the twelve spaces on the westerly side of the driveway entrance to permit for that vehicle. A violation of this section shall be subject to the penalties (3) Elm Street the eastbound railroad station building shall be limited to two hours and parking provided in section 13-49(b). (4) Lenox Avenue meters shall be installed to provide parking for up to two hours at the rate of fifty (d) Hours of enforcement shall be Monday through Friday 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. (5) North Avenue cents for sixty minutes or any portion thereof. (6) Prospect Street Sec. 13-35A. Parking lot no. 9. (3) Parking in the ten spaces on the easterly side of the driveway entrance to the (7) Quimby Street eastbound railroad station building shall be limited to two hours and parking The following regulations shall apply in municipal parking lot no. 9 located on the corner (8) South Avenue meters shall be installed to provide parking for up to two hours at the rate of fifty of Central Avenue and North Avenue. (9) Elmer Street (a) This lot shall be for permit holders only. The fee charged for same shall be payable cents for sixty minutes or any portion thereof. Hours of enforcement for this (10) Orchard Street portion of lot 3 shall be Monday through Friday 9:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. to the Town in advance, payment of which shall be evidenced by a sticker permit (11) Parking lot no. 1 (4) Parking spaces, as shall be determined from time to time by the Town Council, issued by the Town, good only during the period for which same was purchased. (12) Parking lot no. 2 Such sticker permit shall be affixed to the location specified by a notice given the shall not be metered and the fee charged for same shall be payable to the (13) Parking lot no. 3 Town in advance, payment of which shall be evidenced by a sticker permit permit holder at the time the permit holder is given the permit and shall be clearly (14) Parking lot no. 4 issued by the Town, good only during the period for which same was visible at all times during which the vehicle is parked in parking lot no. 9. Such sticker (15) Parking lot no. 7 permits shall only be available to employers and employees of commercial purchased. Such sticker permit shall be affixed to the location specified by a (b) Four hour parking meter zones. Four hour parking meter zone is hereby notice given to the permit holder at the time the permit holder is given the permit establishments conducting business in the Town of Westfield and shall be nontrans- established in parking lot no. 5 where a pay station device is installed. and shall be clearly visible at all times during which the vehicle is parked in one ferable. Proof of employment in the Town of Westfield acceptable to the Police (c) Twelve hour parking meter zones with eight hour meters. Twelve hour parking Department of the Town of Westfield shall be provided by all applicants for permits. of such unmetered parking spaces of parking lot no. 3. Such sticker permits meter zones with eight hour meters are hereby established in the following public shall only be available to residents of the Town of Westfield and shall be (b) A permit issued pursuant to this section shall also permit parking in parking lots streets and parking lots of the Town of Westfield where eight hour parking meters nontransferable. Proof of residency acceptable to the Police Department of authorized by the police department. are installed. (c) No vehicle shall be parked in a municipal parking lot no. 9 unless such vehicle shall the Town of Westfield shall be provided by all applicants for permits. (1) Elm Street (5) Unless otherwise designated in this section, hours of enforcement shall be have displayed, in the manner described by the Police Department, a current parking (2) Ferris Street Monday through Friday 5:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. permit for that vehicle. A violation of this section shall be subject to the penalties (3) Orchard Street provided in section 13-49(b). (4) Parking lot no. 1 (b) The following regulations shall apply in municipal parking lot no. 3A located (d) Hours of enforcement shall be Monday through Friday 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. between lot no. 3 and the railroad tracks east of the railroad station and containing (5) Parking lot no. 4 only metered spaces unless otherwise prohibited or restricted: SECTION 2: Section 13-39 of Chapter 13 of the Code of the Town of Westfield shall be (d) Twelve hour parking meter zones with twelve hour meters. Twelve hour (1) Parking in this lot shall be limited to twelve hours. amended as follows: parking meter zones with twelve hour meters are hereby established in the following (2) Twelve hour parking meters or other devices shall be installed to provide public streets and parking lots of the Town of Westfield where twelve hour parking Sec. 13-39. Location of meters; spaces to be marked; parking within marked meters are installed. parking for up to twelve hours at the rate of fifty cents for one hour or any portion spaces. thereof. (1) Watterson Street (a) Parking meters shall be placed as close as is reasonably possible may be to the (2) Parking lot no. 3A. (3) Hours of enforcement shall be Monday through Friday 5:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. curb, and the individual parking space to be regulated by the respective parking Sec. 13-31. Parking lot no. 4. meter shall be marked by lines in the street, on the pavement or on the curb to indicate SECTION 5. Section 13-49 of Article 13 of the Code of the Town of Westfield shall be The following regulations shall apply in municipal parking lot no. 4, off East Broad Street, or set off the space within which a vehicle may be parked directly adjacent to the amended as follows: between Elm Street and Mountain Avenue: parking meter. No vehicle shall be parked except within the parking meter space Sec. 13-49. Penalty. allocated for the respective adjacent meter, as shown by lines on the street or (a) Parking in this lot shall be limited to two hours except for those spaces therein as (a) Unless another penalty is expressly provided in the New Jersey Statutes and except may be designated for twelve hour parking. pavements or marks on the curb. It shall be unlawful to place or park a vehicle across as specifically provided for herein, any person violating any of the provisions, (b) Parking meters shall be installed to provide parking for up to two hours at the rate or beyond any such parking line or beyond such parking mark. regulations or directions of this article, shall upon conviction in the municipal court (b) Parking spaces in unmetered lots shall be marked by lines in the street, on the of fifty cents for sixty minutes or any portion thereof. of the Town, be subject for each violation to a fine not exceeding fifty dollars or (c) Eight hour parking meters shall be installed to provide parking for up to twelve hours pavement or on the curb to indicate or set off the space within which a vehicle may imprisonment not exceeding fifteen days or both at the discretion of the court. at a rate of fifty cents for one hour or any portion thereof. Parking is prohibited in all be parked. It shall be unlawful to place or park a vehicle across or beyond any such (b) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a) hereof, any person convicted of a parking line or beyond such parking mark. areas designated for two hour or twelve hour parking between the hours of 1:00 A.M. violation of section 13-35, section 35A or 13-43 shall be liable to penalties as follows: and 6:00 A.M. except in those spaces expressly reserved, marked or designated by SECTION 3: Sections 13-53 and 13-55 of Chapter 13 of the Code of the Town of Westfield (1) For a violation of section 13-35A or section 13-43 - For each conviction, not the police department for all night parking. shall be amended as follows: more than thirteen dollars. (d) Hours of enforcement are Monday through Saturday 9:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. (2) For a violation of section 13-35 - For each conviction, not more than twenty- Sec. 13-53. Residential parking permit zones. five dollars. Sec. 13-31.1 Reserved. (a) Designation of zones. The following locations are hereby designated as residen- Sec. 13-32. Parking lot no. 5. tial permit parking zones; SECTION 6: Notwithstanding any other provision of the Code of the Town of Westfield, The following regulations shall apply in municipal parking lot no. 5, located between Central (1) All zones established under section 13-26 “Two hour zones – Unmetered” the Police Department shall be responsible for the regulation of all matters related to parking Avenue and Elmer Street: (2) Municipal parking lot 6 and that portion of municipal parking lot 3 designated contained within chapter 13 of the Code, including but not limited to enforcement, the sale (a) Parking in this lot shall be limited to four hours except for those spaces therein as as residential permit parking as more particularly described in sec. 13-30. of permits and the establishment of such rules and regulations as are contemplated by the may be designated for twelve hour parking. (b) Establishment of subzones. The Police Department, or other Town official provisions thereof. (b) A pay station device shall be installed to provide parking for up to four hours at the designated by the Town Administrator, shall institute rules to limit parking of a 1 T - 10/16/03, The Leader Fee: $460.02 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, August 28, 2003 Page 19 ArtsArts && EntertainmentEntertainment WCP’s Murder Among Friends My Take on It CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 My Take on It hunk who is her actor husband’s Murder Among Friends continues With Kerrianne Spellman Cort agent. As the lovers get more in- with performances on October 18, volved in rehearsing the details of 25, 31 and November 1. Check out the plot to murder Angela’s husband the fun and laughter, murder and that night, both she and the young mayhem. It’s quite a ride. At Camp Ignoramus, There’s agent are understandably jittery and nervous. Room for the ‘Dog Toilet’ Agent Our roller coaster ride slowly pulls Room for the ‘Dog Toilet’ Agent us up, up, up with the clickity-clack of By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT have to do some time. the machine only to use the force of Get Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Here’s a short list of a new crop of gravity to suck out our breath as we Several months ago, I wrote an nincompoops that are in serious need experience more and more of the Outta article about how terrific it would be of a camp stay. twists and turns in this plot. It’s too if everyone could be President for a Liars. Last week, I had called a delightful to divulge, and don’t think day. I decided that if I ever had the very popular eyeglass store to in- you can figure out what might come The opportunity, I would open up a gi- quire if they accepted my insurance. next. Just make sure your belt is buck- gantic new prison and call it Camp “Sure,” they said. “No problem, Michelle H. Le Poidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times led and hold on to the safety bar House RUN THROUGH…In the front of KaBloom on Elm Street, actor Tom Cavanaugh Ignoramus. Then, I would have the come on in.” because the momentum might just runs through his lines as actor Michael Burton gives his lines a gander. luxury of ruthlessly tossing in any- By CAROL F. DAVIS throw you an unexpected curve. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times one who was being an ignoramus. Enter Broadway actor Palmer A stay at Camp Ignoramus is dif- Through Friday, November 7, ferent than one at a true jail. Your Forrester, an egotistical male who wants not only to have his cotton Other Visions: Ed Martin: Pho- Does ‘Ed’ Hear Wedding Bells? crime isn’t anything that can keep tography will be at the Kent Place you behind bars for any length of candy and eat it too, but has murder- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 ous plans of his own for the evening. Gallery in Summit. After a success- with an engagement ring and a scene Paul’s and East Broad Streets, as time, but you must stay there for ful career as an Academy Award- several days until you have learned Aptly captured by Jon Heron, the nominated and Clio Award-winning filmed from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. at well as the First Church of Christ Forrester character is just what one Mindowaskin Park, where all of the Scientist parking lot. Intermittent the error of your ways. cinematographer, Martin returned Perhaps you will be repeatedly might expect from a “Broadway star.” to his first love, still photography, romance between Ed and Carol be- traffic control was required for exte- forced to watch videotapes of your- He sees the spotlight and takes it at gan in the first episode and solidified rior filming. creating an astounding visual effect self being an idiot. Or, perhaps you anyone else’s cost. that he managed to achieve with cut last season, might have something to While the network was doubtful will simply be forced to watch re- Two smaller roles of the Forresters’ flowers and plants. Admission is do with the big question. about renewing the comedy/drama runs of “The Love Boat” and “Fan- friends – Marshall and Gert free, and the gallery is located on Bowen, who plays Carol and is a after the season finale was shot in tasy Island.” Regardless, after a stay Saidenberg – are wonderfully played the campus of Kent Place School. featured spokesmodel for Neutrogena Westfield, “Ed” is now in its fourth at Camp Ignoramus, you will un- Only after my extensive eye exam by real-life husband and wife John Hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., products, was also scheduled to ap- season. doubtedly emerge as a real human and Sondra Luckstone. These senior Monday through Friday, or by ap- pear in Westfield on Thursday. Scutro told The Leader and The being. did they tell me that the eyeglass store accepted my insurance, but citizens fit the part of the wealthy, pointment. Call (908) 273-0900, The episode, which is scheduled to Times that everyone involved with This past April, when I first wrote elderly producer and his still plati- extension no. 332. run on Wednesday, November 19, “Ed” is keeping their fingers crossed about Camp Ignoramus, I had put the doctor on staff did not. “He’s a private contractor who is not affili- num blonde aging wife. The “scarlet * * * * * will also welcome Burt Reynolds as for a fifth season and they would Mother Nature and drivers of SUVs tangerine” bit of semantics concern- on snow-covered roads under ar- ated with the store,” they said. Soap opera lovers won’t want to Burton’s father, and Blair Brown, who never dream of changing the open- “But I just had my exam,” I re- ing Gert’s dress really works well. will play Burton’s mother. Reynolds ing credits of the show, which promi- rest, among others. Basically, any- miss this one. Frank Runyeon of one who does not have respect for plied. The couple is a delight. “As the World Turns” will present and Burton’s scenes were not filmed nently feature Westfield, because “Yes, and that will be $240, Not to be forgotten in this produc- in Westfield, Scutro reported. “that’s where it all began.” humanity is at some point going to a dramatization of the Sermon on please. When you go out into the tion is movie star handsome Robert the Mount at Calvary Episcopal The film crew’s trucks occupied ™ store to pick out your glasses, be Corbo, who plays a “wannabe” actor parking spaces throughout the town, POPCORN Church, 31 Woodland Avenue in sure to give them your insurance turned bad guy, Larry Proscuitto. Summit on Monday, October 20, including those in lot 6, lot 5, St. card.” When he gets into the fray, the audi- at 7 p.m. The suggested donation School of Rock: “But what about the $240?” I ence and Angela Forrester are caught is $5. asked. “Won’t any of that be cov- up in his spell. ered?” Why does this fast ride seem to * * * * * Breast Cancer Makes the Grade “Hmm. No.” come off as flawless? Ask producer The New Jersey Convention and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 I was so flustered and flabber- Cynthia Smyth who has assembled Expo Center, at Raritan Center in Printmaking Council of New Jer- One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent gasted (and late for a dinner with Edison, is hosting the Country Folk sey. Art enthusiasts living as close some very old friends) that I just committees of dedicated workers. She serves with Elliot Lane as pro- Art Show from Thursday to Sun- as Mountainside and as far away as By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER well that one should never judge a stupidly wrote a check. Yes, my day, October 16 to 19. Craft lovers St. Louis, Miss. viewed Livingston’s 3 popcorns movie by its trailer, to coin a phrase. new glasses were covered. But for duction stage manager and could be seen attending to details between will delight in the huge array of collage. Get Jack Black next to some rock With just the right formula of com- some godforsaken reason, I could unique decorating items from such Layering multiple images, ‘n’ roll and he becomes animated. edy and music, director Linklater’s not be reimbursed for my doctor scenes on opening night. themes as French and primitive Livingston began creating “Living After his breakthrough performance engaging little saga is sweet without visit and new contacts. They lied to Director Joann Scanlon, with the country, shabby chic, Americana, Without Answers” with by scanning in as the music store clerk in High Fidel- being sappy. While Black’s Dewey me, I bought it, and now I feel like help of casting chairperson Linda cottage, northwest lodge, traditional a photograph of a woman from a turn- ity (2000), we eagerly awaited his Finn does become a catalyst in the I personally need a brief stay at Giuditta, has been able to place and fine art, Victorian, Southwest, of-the-century medical textbook. This next project. lives of his students, we aren’t wont Camp Ignoramus. However, my stay people in roles that they accommo- Western and whimsical. For further particular female image was chosen, Now, in School of Rock, Black is by film’s end to classify him with would only be to teach me how to date perfectly. Scanlon has made information, call (732) 417-1400. not be so gullible. Everyone else at them feel comfortable enough on she explained, because the woman Dewey Finn, slacker in all things ex- Mother Theresa. He maintains his * * * * * cept when it comes to his beloved the lovely new eyeglass compound stage that they will take leaps and possesses a “generalized, every woman edge. He is a rocker first. deserves not only a stay at Camp, sounds, he is a comic dynamo. We detect a glint of self-satisfac- risks to develop their character. Ver- This weekend also marks the but a stay in solitary. And their meals bal interaction between characters annual event, “Four Centuries in By all rights, director Richard tion in Dewey as his kids begin to would not be from the cafeteria, but a Weekend: A Journey Through Linklater’s film shouldn’t be so charm- learn the explosive joys of Led Zep- falls into a natural cadence because from the dumpster. this cast seems to like and respect Union County’s History.” The ingly entertaining. Black is a failed pelin et al. But any humanitarian by- Next up for a finger printing good heritage festival features tours of rock musician, who is down on his luck product he creates is, for the most each other. With a fast 45-minute time is my real estate agent. Two first act, the play races onward and more than 20 historic homes that and mooches off his best pal (Mike part, the result of his musical and deals have fallen through; one for depict a tour of history from the White) without a second thought. Suf- entrepreneurial zeal. His original goals engages the audience fully. some bizarre lack of communica- An easy way to play both the Early Aristocracy (1665-1812), fice it to note that Dewey finds raison are quite mercenary. tion between agents, and the other Farm Life (1686-1840), Revolu- d’etre, if not complete redemption, Thrown out of his band due to for (get this) not checking her phone Forresters is to go for the stereo- tionary Front Line (1763-1783), when he becomes a substitute teacher artistic differences, he is the misun- messages in time. types. The actors do fall within that Commerce and Industry (1820- at a posh grammar school. derstood purist and his roommate’s They say that the third time is the range at first, but then find a deeper 1920), and Victorian Resorts and Naturally, said institution is replete live-in girlfriend, portrayed by a charm, so here I am preparing to level. Langston’s diva loves herself Suburbs (1837-1920). Tours Sat- with a starchy principal (Joan Cusack), witchy Sarah Silverman, has been buy a house that is listed as having thoroughly; we have to laugh at her urday, October 18, from 10 a.m. to who may or may not foil Dewey’s harping for his portion of the rent. So three bedrooms. pretension and self-absorption. Her 5 p.m., and Sunday, October 19, plans, and a bunch of cute kids, who when, in a case of mistaken identity “You’ll love this place,” she world revolves solely around what from noon to 5 p.m. For a bro- may or may not learn a thing or two on purpose, he is offered a substitut- smiled. makes her happy. The only bad choice chure or for further information, despite Dewey’s unorthodox methods. ing job at the school, he goes for it. Upon closer inspection, one of for Angela’s appearance is an inap- call (908) 558-2550 or visit At first blush, White’s screenplay At first, the sudden educator has no these said “bedrooms” is a hallway, propriately unglamorous hairdo. But www.unioncountynj.org. certainly has that familiar, Family plans for his pupils, let alone lesson and the other is a six-foot wide her clothes are to die for! converted attic with no closets and Her male counterpart in her hus- Film patina to it. But School of Rock plans. Dewey, posing as Mr. Schneebly a linoleum floor. In addition, there happily teaches cynics, self-styled (actually, his teacher-roommate), or- band Palmer Forrester is a fun house is no working heat up there, either. mirror image. Jon Heron struts, AUGUST is Clara Manheim’s “Find- progressives and the avant garde, as ders an indefinite recess. He will simply “But isn’t it pretty?” she asked. Cole Porter... ing Help.” take the money and nap. But the chil- preens, and parades “like he is recit- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 This is from a woman who wanted ing Shaw,” and that behavior is justi- dren rail at not being in hot pursuit of A’s to sell me a house that I have come Musicians, he reported, have ap- look” with purity and innocence. and gold stars, and find curious the fiable for the character. His arms proached him with their CDs and to call “The Dog Toilet.” This home akimbo à la Yul Brunner style is The monoprint artist and Keselman notion of inactivity. So, Dewey must might once have been lovely and proposed singing at future engage- printmaker said that she agonized CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 scramble in the backfield for a scheme. was located in a very desirable sec- overdone, but all else falls into line ments, rather than the two brothers over each image as it was added to the The stratagem presents itself one tion of Monmouth County. How- perfectly to set up the egotism of having to go out and actively seek and her work began to evolve. It Forrester. piece. After scanning each design, became more and more important afternoon in the film’s first of several ever, the entire house was urine- performers. and manipulating the colors, textures epiphanies when the children are taken soaked and covered with excrement. The signs in the tiny lobby of the “I’m amazed at the level of talent for her to paint as the years passed. WCP’s theater warn: “Gunshots are and layers with Adobe Photoshop, She was encouraged to pursue her to another classroom for their music “Are you kidding me?” I asked. that comes to us,” he said. Livingston had built a fitting tribute path by both her mother and her hus- lesson. When he peeks in on their “Yeah, but remember, you’re not used in this production.” Even with The dinner was finished off with to women confronting the disease. band. session, he realizes that the kids were just buying the house, you’re buy- the foreshadowing, the audience apples soaked with brandy, with a The faces of some of the women she Today, although she also does some good. Deciding to head a band of the ing the neighborhood.” jumps collectively with the first shot, cinnamon stick in the center and a selected seemed frightened, represent- work in pastels, Keselman absolutely students, it will be his route back into “Sure, and you know what you and like a roller coaster ride, laughs sweet dollop of fresh whipped cream ing the stage, she said, when a patient loves “the act of painting.” rock ‘n’ roll, and it’ll help assuage the are buying? A stay in camp!” at the thrill of an unexpected jolt. on the side. Attendees also had their She told The Westfield Leader and children’s workaholic qualms. My fault, again, I’m sure. How- choice of espresso bavois cream. “does not know what is going to hap- ever, I still have that awful trait of pen to them or to the rest of their lives.” The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times, The movie goes into high gear as giving people the benefit of the For more information on future Some images were skeletal and some “It (the act) is what really counts. It Dewey lectures on the joys, the heri- doubt. I should have fired her a long Book Nook performances, please call (908) 232- depicted the dissected breast, a medi- makes you forget the rest of the tage and the nuances of rock music to time ago. I don’t care if she reads CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 7320. tative eye, and finally muted leaves world.” his students. And, when the ensemble this. In fact, I think I will mail her a (Peachtree, 1998, an oversized pic- and flowers to represent a connection Every artist has influences, and faces a battle of the bands contest, copy. ture book with text and format tar- with nature and the cycle of life. Keselman admires the oils of the late they practice like the dickens. And last, but not at all least, a geted towards older elementary Pen & Ink “I feel that emotional healing also Wayne Thiebaud, as well as those of What’s funny is that despite School major camp sojourn is in store for school age readers. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 unfolds in layers, with the final real- Richard Diebencorn and Edward of Rock’s farcical demeanor, I admit the evil moron who left a dead dog Read about the escapades of tourist might purchase the animal’s ization that there are no absolute Hopper. It follows that the artist’s to being disconcerted when White in a black Hefty bag on the side of Anancy, the biggest and strangest answers. Sometimes, you just have main genre is in still life and land- tosses out stumbling blocks to poten- the road where passersby (and chil- spider in Richard Keens-Douglas’s abstract painting for hundreds of to go on living.” scapes. tially thwart the students’ progress. dren on their way to school) could “Anancy and the Haunted House.” dollars, animals can become vic- Bristol-Myers Squibb largely pro- Today, she continues to take classes First, there is Cusack as the un- see. Not exactly a tims nearly as much as the people vided underwriting support to the cal- in Summit, where she is taught by bending principal Mullins and then I called the police and they called Halloween animal control. It’s unlikely that they tragically harm. God forbid endar project, while Rutgers University Peter Homitzky, who also teaches at there are the parents. When they get tale, never- the tiger did more damage and donated administrative services, allow- the New York Art Students League, wind of the substitute teacher’s ex- this pig will ever be caught. But, theless, it’s ing all of the proceeds from calendar and is a great inspiration to her. She ploitative activities, they all but de- my Lord, if I ever got my hands on lunged into the Mirage’s bound- this piece of garbage, I would not an appropri- sales to benefit breast cancer research. belongs to the Westfield Art Asso- mand his head on a pike. ate story for ary-free audience. ciation (WAA). It’s easy to figure how things turn only send them to Camp, but to The calendar also includes hell. this time of Entertaining an audience should thoughtful quotations such as “Your Readers may have seen her work, out for Dewey and the gang. Yet some- the year. not be done at the expense and how it all seems new, suggesting that I am shocked that in today’s day life is either a daring adventure or either locally — she was part of the and age with high terror alerts, war Two books distress of animals. Tell me the nothing” by Helen Keller, and spe- WAA’s group show in Westfield this perhaps this should be the template and election recalls that people still about scare- pleasure factor involved in watch- cific recommendations for maintain- summer — or at several other shows employed if we are to keep similarly feel the need to be shallow and crows also ing healthy diets and lifestyles, as in which she has participated. inclined films from turning into cloy- base. Why does it seem that every- make for ing an animal tremble on its hind well as the importance of perform- Some of her favorite exhibitions ing disasters. one is only out for number one? wonderful season-appropriate read- legs, struggling to balance a ball ing monthly breast self-exams. include a two-person show at Geor- Attribute much to Black. It is a joy to Would it be so bad to try to do the ing. Why would a chicken want a or catch a ring in its teeth. Besides Block, Livingston and gian Court College (GCC) in Lake- behold as his persona, like a professor right thing for your fellow man? scarecrow’s hat? Read “The You shouldn’t force an exotic Manheim, other featured artists hail wood this past April (with fellow at the top of his game teaching an There is a word I am fond of. That Scarecrow’s Hat” written and illus- from Jersey City, Montclair, Newton, artist Doris Boutilier, whose work is esoteric graduate seminar, waxes eu- word is truth. It’s in the dictionary. trated by Ken Brown for a delightful tiger to learn new tricks. Besides, Union, West Orange, New York City, similar). Hanna described the GCC phoric about the ins and outs of rock ‘n’ Look it up. and unexpected answer (Peachtree, my life is enough of a circus New York State and East Stroudsburg, show as her best show ever. She also roll...chiding, euphemizing, parody- I know that there are honest real 2001). Will Barnaby the Scarecrow living in Linden, known for its Pa. Each of the artists has been im- participated in the recent group show ing and justifying his primary passion. estate agents, good doctors who ac- ever get to give his beloved residents who become senators cept insurance and people who bury pacted by breast cancer in some way. at the Morris Museum. It is its own novelty act within a film, Gwendoline a hug? Read “The Scare- known more for sexual harass- The 13 artists will attend a benefit Keselman has received several making a case for the thought here that, their deceased pets in the backyard. crow Who Wanted a Hug” written by exhibition and reception this Sunday, awards, and has sold some paintings philosophically at least, Black is to But these stinking exceptions that I ment than positive political write about today really ruin it for Guido Visconti and translated from October 19, at Swain Galleries in along the way. rock ‘n’ roll what Spike Jones was to Italian by Polly Lawson (Floris, 2002) change, a mayor who keeps get- Plainfield. At that time, the calendar All of the magic happens in her big band and popular music. He has the good guys. Life is too short. Please be nice. and learn that sometimes love can be ting reelected despite being a will be officially introduced and cop- spare bedroom, under the watchful heap big energy. When combined with found in the strangest places. convicted criminal and a free- eye of Jose, who really enjoys her what the wonderfully gifted kids con- Don’t be deceitful. I hate to quote ies will be signed from 2 to 4 p.m. Bette Midler, but since I do write What do birds give out for Hallow- holder magically handpicked to To obtain the calendars, which are work and is her best critic. tribute, the irony is that his erstwhile for the Arts and Entertainment sec- een? Why, “tweets,” of course! Hope become the next senator. Let me available at a $15 tax-deductible do- “Sometimes I listen, and some- idler gives School of Rock just the tion, “God is watching us.” your trick-or-treat bag is filled with nation each, please visit http:// times not.” Some things in life are touch of class needed to impart its Let’s make Him proud. candy, and lots of reading “treats” as off this circus ride. There are too www.breastcancercalendar.com/ just predictable. funny and heartwarming lessons. well! Happy Halloween! many casualties. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, October 16, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION INSIDE: POPCORN GOES TO SCHOOL OF ROCK AND MY TAKE ON IT HOW ONE ARTIST EVOLVED WITH HER ARTWORK ArtsArts && EntertainmentEntertainment By CAROL F. DAVIS ArtsArts && EntertainmentEntertainment Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times With a multicultural back- CAST, CREW OF NBC’S ‘ED’ TAKE DOWNTOWN WESTFIELD BY STORM ground as rich as Hanna Keselman’s, it is no wonder that she found her niche in the arts Will Ed Pop the Question to Carol many years ago. Born in Germany, the daughter of a commercial artist, Keselman was raised amidst the environ- During the Thanksgiving Episode? By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN east side of Quimby Street, while about 8 to 10 p.m. ment of fine arts in both Italy and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times France. In 1947, following the and the interior of Adler’s Jewelers While Scutro would not divulge horrors of the Nazi movement WESTFIELD – This Thanksgiv- on North Avenue was the backdrop the details of the pivotal episode, one during World War II, she came ing, Ed Stevens will be especially from 4 to 8 p.m. Another setting was can only speculate that the trip to alone to the United States. Evi- grateful for a new change in his life, the exterior of the Rialto Theater, Adler’s might have something to do dently, that wasn’t so unusual at and it has nothing to do with soaring where filming was completed from Continued on Page 19 the time. Later, her mother fol- sales at his bowling alley or another lowed her here, and the family $10 bill he has pocketed after winning settled among the many other a bet plotted by his childhood friend. Before filming portions of the Thanksgiving episode of “Ed” in downtown Westfield last Thursday, Michelle H. Le Poidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Tom Scutro, the Assistant Location MELLOW…Karen Egert of Westfield, center, serenades the audience during Manager of NBC’s “Ed,” told The Jazz at the Trattoria, singing the Irving Berlin classic, “How Deep Is the Ocean (How High Is the Sky).” Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that Ed will count his blessings this year be- cause Carol Vessey, played by Julie Cole Porter, Swordfish Bowen, has become that special Cole Porter, Swordfish someone in his life. However, as Tom Cavanaugh (Ed), and Josh Randall, who plays his best And ‘Run Around Sue’ friend, Michael Burton, rehearsed on Elm Street, the true plot began to By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN really caught our eyes — was no longer materialize – a marriage proposal to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times on the menu. No matter how much we WESTFIELD – Four courses and Carol might be in store. pouted, Pedro helped us choose in- “I’m not going to propose like you one week ago, the Northside Trattoria stead from the Beef Ragout, Grilled Courtesy of Hanna Keselman did,” Ed is heard saying to his best on Prospect Street welcomed diners Chicken Breast or Seared Salmon Fi- and jazz buffs to its second install- immigrants, in Newark. friend, while walking past NJB, where let. None of us were disappointed and Board of Education member William ment in the Jazz at the Trattoria some of us went into the evening with Keselman graduated from series, featuring the mellow sounds Weequahic High School, and Ziff was noshing on lunch. The actors leftovers for the next day. also ran their lines in front of KaBloom. of Westfield resident Karen Egert. went to work as a bookkeeper. As Michelle H. Le Poidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Leader Business Systems Manager Scenes were shot in the early after- Hosted by the restaurant’s gracious Rob Connolly and Mike Ferrante, a anyone with the spirit of an artist BETWEEN FRIENDS…Rehearsing a portion of the Thanksgiving episode last owners, Chris and Tim Boyle, one of can tell you, she found this work noon on the east side of Elm and Thursday, “Ed” actors Tom Cavanaugh, who plays Ed Stevens, left, and Josh friend to the newspaper, called the Quimby Streets, and later, the south- Randall, who plays his best friend, Michael Burton, right, stroll down Elm Street. the biggest hits of the evening ar- Ragout “tender, rich” and said they to be “boring.” During this time, rived before guests were seated – the would definitely order it again. Com- she befriended a classmate who savory tapenade, which was perfectly munity Editor Suzette Stalker and had a charming brother, Jose. partnered with the miniature Dave Corbin, Assistant Publisher and With an equally international focaccia. Folks couldn’t get enough Sports Editor, were impressed with background — the family fled Livingston, Manheim-Liss Combat of that tapenade. Plum tomatoes the assortment of flavorful mushrooms Poland and settled in Panama be- stuffed with smoked salmon, mari- and luscious risotto served over the fore coming to this country — Jose Grilled Chicken Breast. and Hanna were married in 1953, Breast Cancer One Calendar at a Time Particularly finicky about just six years after she left Europe. salmon, I was joined by Advertis- It was after Keselman and Jose By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN Particularly passionate about stem ing Manager Fred Lecomte and had their son, Jerry that the artist Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times cell funding, Manheim-Liss told The Publisher Horace Corbin in rel- SCOTCH PLAINS – In 1998, not Westfield Leader and The Scotch ishing every tender flake of long after her mother lost her battle Plains-Fanwood Times that she op- salmon, which sat atop lumpy, with breast cancer, Debra Livingston poses President George W. Bush’s bumpy smashed red bliss pota- funneled her grief into a distinct decision not to fund stem cell re- toes. You would have to travel far collection of artwork, including a search and replacement. She also and wide to find salmon cooked computer-generated piece called believes that breast cancer is a this perfectly and presented so “Living Without Answers.” “women against violence” issue. creatively. Concurrently, she was awaiting test In June, her grandson, Joshua Liss, Michelle H. Le Poidevin for The Leader/The Times Before we were presented with results to discover whether she would spearheaded a vigil at his high school, APPETIZING…The delectable appetiz- coffee and dessert, Egert began have to combat the same disease that which raised $46,000 for breast can- ers served during Jazz at the Trattoria took the lives of many women in her cer patients and survivors. included tapenade, focaccia, marinated her first set with George Courtesy of Hanna Keselman family. Yet, this blend of medical and olives, stuffed pepperoncini, and toma- Gershwin’s “Nice Work If You In an earlier interview with The toes and smoked salmon. Can Get It,” and continued to emotional distress surprisingly Leader and The Times, Livingston lullaby and serenade the audience in her truly awoke. Jerry was just yielded positive creative results for explained that the collection of art nated olives and stuffed pepperoncini with other classics like Cole Porter’s about six years old when she the Scotch Plains resident. she created during her period of griev- also prepared the palate for more “Let’s Do It (Let’s Fall In Love)” and decided to purchase a set of oils “Creating this piece was part of ing for her mother and apprehension delights to come. “Just One of Those Things,” and and begin painting. the healing process that allowed me over her own condition was noticed Adhering to the BYOB rules, The stepped it up a small notch with some As the artist describes it, “It was to deal with the death of my mother, by Springfield artist Kat Block, who Westfield Leader staff toasted a fine just an urge that came over me.” as well as with my own fears and JUNE is Debra Livingston’s “Living asked the artist to submit pieces for sassy bossa nova, and other Gershwin Without Answers.” evening and press day well survived favorites, “They Can’t Take That Keselman took some classes anxieties,” Livingston explained in the 2001 and 2003 calendar editions. with glasses of Merlot and Away from Me” and “Our Love Is Continued on Page 19 an artist’s statement. swers” has become a focal point in Block, who worked industriously to Chardonnay, while bursting into Here to Stay.” Years later, “Living Without An- the 2004 New Jersey Breast Cancer unite the artists for the calendar, said, some bars of “Round Around Sue” Tim Boyle told The Leader that, in Fund Calendar, as it was selected for “The artists who contributed their work and reminiscing about those old comparing the previous entertainers, the calendar’s cover, as well as the in 2001 were interested in participat- vacuum tube radios that used to light Arturo with Lywanda Carroll Trio to featured art for the month of June. ing again but so many other artists up the night while snuggling with the Egert’s performance, both musicians Another Scotch Plains resident, were eager, a selection committee was one you love. were excellent respective of their Clara Manheim-Liss, whose piece, appointed. So we may have some new Our waiter, Pedro, informed us that own genres. TakeWith Susan the M. Dougherty Stage “Seeing Hope & Seeing Possibility,” and some repeat artists.” the Pistachio Swordfish – a dish that Continued on Page 19 (the title was incorrectly printed as “Living Without Answers,” “Finding Help”) was also chosen for Livingston explained, is a computer the calendar this year, as well as the collage she generated while involved WCP’s Version of Murder 2002 edition. in a group of New Jersey female With Michelle Le Poidevin A breast cancer survivor, artists who contributed their artwork Pen & Ink: Manheim-Liss created the watercolor to a prestigious series book editions. Rides Like Roller Coaster two years ago and said that when it is The piece was highlighted in a Politicians, Tigers and the Ethical viewed up-close it resembles a wo- traveling exhibition entitled, “Art As By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY Angela Forrester, played in racy ven piece of art affixed to paper. A Healing,” from October 2000 to 2002, Treatment of Voting Citizens, Oh My! Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times black underwear by the talented weaver, the artist also works with which was presented by the Treatment of Voting Citizens, Oh My! WESTFIELD — As an old Lynn Langone, and Ted Cotton, fibers and beads. Continued on Page 19 By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN wooden roller coaster provides fun, played in his boxers by buffed Tom Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times excitement and thrills for daring Galan, to understand just how dan- Personally, I would rank a performance by Siegfried & Roy as enthral- adventure seekers, so does the cur- gerous they can be. ling as watching a fur-clad Liberace making music with his candelabra, but rent offering of the Westfield Com- In real life, Galan is a personal munity Players (WCP). The coaster trainer and it shows. In the playbill, BookBook NNookook the ghastly mauling of Roy Horn by a Royal White tiger is certainly no riders know what they are in for and Langone admits to doing her 1,000 By Marylou Morano laughing matter. And, not so much for the reasons you’re thinking. even though they anticipate and leg lifts daily and resorting to “a Imagine yourself to be a 600-pound tiger, an exotic animal intended to expect breathtaking heights, deep Wonderbra” to get ready for the roam free in the wild, yet captive by an unnatural habitat. Sure, you might drops, and crushing curves, they revealing part. still produce blood-curdling Goblins, Scarecrows and Treats be living in the lap of luxury considering the wealthy The actors are both a wonder in screams of fright and delight. Lighting Director Bob Murray’s soft tamers and magicians who keep you captive, teach- The WCP’s latest venture into pink/red firelight as they lie in front ing you tricks and making you twirl so the drama/comedy may not cause fright, of the gas fireplace in the Forrester’s Haunt Bookshelves This Season audience might ooh and aah and get a few but Murder Among Friends engen- New York City townhouse on a By MARYLOU MORANO chuckles, but I’d have some pent-up frustra- ders similar thrills to the coaster contemporary New Year’s Eve. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tion too living outside of my comfort zone. ride of yesteryear. Billed as a mur- As “one of the top 15 richest Why is a library a scary place to be der/mystery written by Bob Barry, women in America,” Angela loves Put me in the Amish country for a day on Halloween? Because it’s filled the play certainly provides those every minute of the adulterous af- with booooks! and I’m ready to snap, running into the home dangerous curves. fair she is having with the gorgeous Children’s book publishers have of a Mennonite, forcing them to turn on the Witness the opening scene where Continued on Page 19 many Halloween reading “treats” to electricity and see life beyond the latest batch of help celebrate the holiday. Here are a shoofly pies. I’m a city girl, invariably. Putting me few recommendations. in the middle of Podunk tends to make me want to rebel. Just ask mom * * * * * and dad about my college years. Flyleaf Publishing’s “It is Hallow- Beyond the tragedy of what happened to Roy Horn, lies a long- een,” by Laura Appleton-Smith ignored truth. Animals were not put on this planet to remain captive (1999) will get young ones in the spirit of Halloween. A Reading Se- Press, 1998) is a short chapter book so they might captivate an audience. In most cases, wild animals ries 1 book with decodable words like the tiger in the Siegfried & Roy act are pulled away from their targeted towards middle grade school and lovely illustrations, this book is readers. Halloween sure turns out dif- mothers as babies, subject to abusive and ritualistic training prac- perfect for beginning readers. ferently than they expected for tices, and, as in the case recently discovered in a New York City Who says ghosts don’t Annalise the Witch, Ernie apartment, deemed suitable pets. Just as elephants should not be talk? Also perfect for chil- the Ghost and Milton, the dren who are just starting to Skeleton. forced to paint with brushes curled in their trunks so that a numbskull read on their own is “This Continued on Page 19 Planning to dress up as a Book Is Haunted” by Joanne monster for Halloween? Rocklin. Part of Harper There are lots of books to Collins’ “I Can Read” se- complement your costume! ries, it is a collection of One is “Seven Scary Mon- Calderone School of Music Halloween stories and po- sters” by Mary Beth ems told by a ghost. Lundgren (Clarion, 2003) THE PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL Have you ever wondered One by one a little tike takes how Halloween got Established 1975 Certified Teachers on and banishes seven mon- started? “Halloween Is” by sters in his bedroom. Little Private Instruction on Gail Gibbons (Holiday ones won’t be scared. They House, 2002) tells about the origins, All Instruments, Voice and Ensembles Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times will find this book hilarious. WHO DUNNIT AND WHY?…Tuxedoed Ted Cotton considers trying to customs and activities associated with Another monster book is “Thir- Kindermusik classes for ages 0 to 7 wrestle away Robert Corbo’s gun in Westfield Community Player’s murder/ Halloween. Whimsical pictures teen Monsters Who Should Be Riverwalk Plaza mystery/comedy, Murder Among Friends. Lynn Langone and her stage supplement the texts. Good for chil- Avoided” by Kevin Shortsleeve 34 Ridgedale Avenue • East Hanover 256 Morris Avenue • Springfield husband, Jon Heron, remain calm in light of the fact that one of them might dren of all ages. (973) 428-0405 281 Main Street(973) 467-4688• Millburn (973) 467 4688 be the next victim. “The Ghouls’ Night Out” (Ronsdale Continued on Page 19 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK