Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, January 31, 2013 OUR 123rd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 05-2013 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Westfield Council Approves 5K; Remembers Lee Hale By LAUREN S. BARR honor the decade memory of her amazing.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader life.” Karen Egert, president of New WESTFIELD – Residents spoke The race, which will be co-spon- Jersey Residents for Action, asked out against gun violence and the sored by the Westfield Area ‘Y,’ for Mayor Andy Skibitsky, who was town council gave approval to a will take place in the area of East absent from the meeting, to join new 5K in memory of Greta Dudley and Highland Avenues, “Mayors Against Illegal Guns,” a Schoenemann at Tuesday night’s Greta’s former neighborhood, on group co-chaired by New York City council meeting. Sunday, September 15, and will Mayor Michael Bloomberg. Jayne Ruotolo, a 2006 Westfield raise money to benefit the special Ms. Egert said that her group was High School graduate, along with needs program at the “Y.” Ms. formed following the mass Ben Nanna, spoke to the council Schoenemann’s sister is a recipient shootings in Newtown, Conn., be- regarding the run to honor Greta of the special needs services at the cause she “could not sit back, as a Schoenemann, who was killed af- “Y.” Robert and Wendy resident, as a parent, and do noth- ter a tree fell on her and other stu- Schoenemann, Greta’s parents, also ing.” She said a representative from dents at Westfield High School on were present at the meeting. Mayor Bloomberg’s office would September 11, 2002. When Ms. Acting Mayor JoAnn Neylan meet with her group on Friday, Feb- Ruotolo became emotional during praised Ms. Ruotolo and Mr. Nanna ruary 1. She said while New Jersey the presentation, Mr. Nanna stated, for their efforts, saying, “It’s people has strong gun laws, it is easy for “We wanted to do something to like you that make Westfield so someone to go into Pennsylvania and buy a gun. She said mayors from Cranford, Scotch Plains and Fanwood have joined the mayors against guns ini- tiative, but that her group has re- Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader ceived no response from Mayor DINNER DANCE…The Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad held its annual dinner dance at the Renaissance Hotel in Skibitsky’s office. “I really think Woodbridge on Saturday night at which time recognition awards were given out to members pictured above. Westfield should be on the right side of this issue,” Ms. Egert said. Councilman Dave Haas said the language on the petition handed up RVSA Officials Discuss How Plant by Ms. Egert was sensible and that he felt the mayor should sign. He also said there is a resolution avail- able for councils to pass and that he Survived Superstorm Sandy would distribute it amongst By WAYNE BAKER cogeneration facility. The co-gen fa- was in short supply following the Westfield council members. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader cility went down on Wednesday, Oc- storm due to shut down refineries While Acting Mayor Neylan de- RAHWAY — “We did well,” said tober 31, due to a power surge caused paired with high demand. Because of clined to speak on the mayor’s be- James Meehan, executive director of by the attempt to start a 700 horse- the uncertainty of the power situa- half, Councilman Frank Arena said the Rahway Valley Sewerage Author- power electric motor. This began a tion, RVSA officials said they wanted he was, “sure [the mayor is] against ity (RVSA), as he sat down recently period of one-and-a-half days run- to get back to using the natural gas- gun violence against innocent with The Westfield Leader to talk ning on diesel backup generators, powered generators from the co-gen- Lauren S. Barr for The Westfield Leader people.” about how the authority survived RVSA officials said. eration plant. Their problem was that GUN CONTROL...Resident Karen Egert addresses the Westfield Town Council In other business, Councilman Hurricane Sandy. The use of the diesel engines caused they had no procedure for doing this regarding gun control on Tuesday night as Ken MacRitchie looks on. Sam Della Fera, who chairs the Mr. Meehan’s statement was borne some concerns because diesel fuel CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 council’s finance committee, said out by telephone comments from that in review of the 2012 revenue Peggy Gallos, executive director of Cranford Honors Eagle projections compared to the actual the Association of Environmental Scotch Plains Mangement revenue, the town, “had a better Authorities of New Jersey (AEA), a year.” He said the committee will group of 90 sewage authorities around Scout; Considers Petition be “spending the next several weeks the state. Ms. Gallos said that RVSA Corp. Facing Uncertain Year By DOMINIC A. LAGANO Patrick’s project, parishioners can discussing the 2013 budget.” was likely the only sewage facility in By FRED T. ROSSI “it’s clear to me that the [Special Im- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader spend peaceful time in the garden.” The council expects to introduce the tidal surge affected region of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader provement District] isn’t doing what it CRANFORD — The Cranford Mr. Hannen then read aloud a the 2013 budget in mid-March for northern New Jersey to have sur- SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch was supposed to do,” proposed a sus- Township Committee Tuesday night resolution commending the youth final adoption in April. vived with negligible damage. Plains Management Corp. (SPMC), pension—“until further review”— of honored Patrick Mc Kell of Troop for his achievement. Former Councilman Kenneth In preparation for Sandy’s arrival the overseer of business district im- the annual $400 fee that property No. 80 of Cranford for his restora- In other business, the township MacRitchie said Westfield and on Monday evening, October 29, provement efforts, faces what its owners pay to finance SPMC’s bud- tion of the memorial garden at the committee was petitioned by a resi- Mountainside are the only munici- RVSA, with the permission of the board chairman says is an uncertain get. Mr. Verdic said the SPMC board Trinity Episcopal Church in dent to consider creating a resolu- palities in the area, which do not New Jersey Department of Environ- future given its lack of a manager and was set to discuss the mayor’s pro- Cranford as his Eagle Scout Ser- tion condemning the state’s deci- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 mental Protection (DEP), fired up its Mayor Kevin Glover’s proposal to posal at its meeting last night. vice Project. sion to close two facilities in north- suspend assessments. Another matter SPMC will have to Devised “to demonstrate or hone, ern New Jersey that care for those “I don’t know where the future consider is whether to hire a new or to learn and develop, leadership who are developmentally disabled. Summit Councilmen Seek lies,” SPMC Board Chairman manager after FirsTEAManagement skills,” the Eagle Scout Service Joanne St. Armand told the com- Dominick Verdic told The Westfield chose not to seek a renewal of its Project is one of the required ele- mittee that in July of last year a task Leader in advance of this week’s contract for 2013. FirsTEAM’s presi- ments for an individual to be el- force commissioned by Governor Lower Union County Tax board meeting. “I don’t know what dent David Biagini told The Times evated to the rank of Eagle Scout. Chris Christie recommended that By PAUL J. PEYTON to a “pre-determined tax bogey, direction the mayor and council have the decision not to continue its role The scout must plan, implement the North Jersey Developmental Specially Written for The Westfield Leader namely the 2-percent nominal cap.” in mind.” was due to several factors. He noted and lead any type of service project Center, located in Totowa, and the COUNTY – Members of the Sum- He said the freeholders should not At his swearing-in as mayor on that during the three years that that is beneficial to his community. Woodbridge Developmental Cen- mit Common Council asked the use “categorical waivers,” such as January 1, Mayor Glover, saying that CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 According to Mayor Thomas ter, located in Woodbridge, be Union County Board of Chosen Free- pension and health care costs, to “cir- Hannen, careful consideration was closed to curtail expenses to the holders last Thursday to follow the cumvent that 2-percent limit.” put into the planning of the garden. state. lead of Essex and Morris Counties by New Providence resident Patrick “The garden encompasses over Ms. St. Armand, whose sister is either not raising county taxes or at Moschetti said a recent Star-Ledger 2,500 square feet and includes over one of the residents at the least staying within the state man- article shows that Union County resi- 200 plants and over 30 varieties. A Woodbridge Developmental Cen- dated 2-percent cap. dents pay the second highest county winding slate path was installed ter, is opposed to its closing due to Summit Council President Rich tax in the state at $1,800, behind through the garden and benches the hardship of relocating the resi- Madden told the Union County Free- Essex County, where homeowners were located at the center of the dents to South Jersey. holders that Summit paid $33 million pay an average of $2,000 in county garden. Through the efforts of CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 in county taxes in 2012. “That’s 11 taxes. percent of the county taxes when we “I would not be very happy with only have 4 percent of the popula- that if I was running the county,” Mr. tion,” Mr. Madden said. “…County Moschetti said. He said the county taxes are a huge burden that contin- should cut its tax levy, which was ues to increase.” $303 million in 2012, by 5 percent or “I’m not here to mull the termina- $15 million. tion of county government as some “There would be some instances people may think. I think there are where you maybe want to look at some great challenges going forward eliminating some programs which (for the county). I would like to see a are no longer effective or necessary. reduction in the tax burden for Union Government has a tendency to keep County, which can only come with things going forever,” Mr. Moschetti the reduction in the size of govern- said. ment,” Mr. Madden said. In terms of the other two counties, He recommended the county con- six of seven Morris County Board of Wayne Baker for The Westfield Leader solidate the sheriff’s and county po- Freeholders voted for a resolution RVSA SURVIVAL...Jim Meehan, left, Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority’s lice departments, privatize Runnells last week to seek a goal of no in- (RVSA) executive director, points out the proximity of the Rahway River to RVSA’s plant on a pre-expansion aerial photo of the site as Bob Valent, RVSA’s Specialized Hospital and the county crease in county taxes for the 2013 plant superintendent, looks on. See story above. jail and that the county look to shared county budget; a seventh freeholder public works services “wherever pos- abstained. Essex County Executive PAGE INDEX sible.” Joseph DiVincenzo, Jr. has released Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader Summit Councilman Tom a budget that he says will stay within Regional ...... 2,3 Education ...... 9, 18 KLONDIKE DERBY…Braving temperatures that lingered in the teens last Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 Saturday, over 250 Scouts and well over 100 adults attended the annual Patriots’ Getzendanner said the entire free- the state’s cap. Path Council Boy Scout Klondike Derby held in the Watchung Reservation. The holder board “should look exhaus- In response to Morris County taxes, Police ...... 18 Real Estate .... 11-17 Klondike Derby tests Scouts on survival skills in cold weather, and although it is tively to reviewing all workforce and Union County Freeholder Vice- Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 17 not essential to have snow, the fresh inch of snow that fell on Friday helped. operational procedures” and commit CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20

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Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader FROZEN SOLID…For the first time in many years, residents were able to ice SHOW OF SUPPORT…Westfield Town Administrator Jim Gildea, center, OH, DEER…With the annual Watchung Reservation deer population control still skate on Gregory’s Pond off Brightwood Avenue in Westfield this past weekend, listens to a presentation at the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad’s annual dinner not completed, the deer have found their way on to Orenda Circle in Westfield. thanks to Mother Nature’s big chill last week. dance at the Renaissance Hotel in Woodbridge on Saturday night. Westfield Fire Approximately nine deer were spotted in the neighborhood east of Route 22. Chief Dan Kelly, second from right, and Police Chief David Wayman, right, were also in attendance. Fanwood Planning Board Scotch Plains Council Makes Appointments Westfield Council By CATHERINE WATSON tor applications, Mr. Sullivan pre- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Splits On Appointments Specially Written for The Westfield Leader dicted further development in open their budget meetings to the ficer of a municipality shall have By FRED T. ROSSI A second change would do away FANWOOD — Among other Fanwood’s light industrial neigh- public. He told the council that un- the right to position school cross- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader with readings of each resolution be- 2013 appointees, the Fanwood Plan- borhood, particularly along the der previous administrations in ing guards on any street or highway SCOTCH PLAINS — Council ing considered during the council’s ning Board designated a new chair- South Avenue corridor. Westfield, the budget meetings were within the municipality; provided, members sparred on Tuesday over adoption of its new business consent man at its January 23 regular meet- Mayor Mahr supported his con- held with the whole council, but he however, that such guards may be appointments, council procedures agenda. All resolutions are now avail- ing. viction, saying, “Elite Properties encouraged the council to consider stationed only when it is necessary and proper recognition of volunteers. able on the township’s website. But Former chairman, Jack Molenaar, [which developed the Fanwood opening its finance committee meet- to control or direct vehicular or At its conference meeting, the Mr. Vastine said that “not everyone was recently elected to the Fanwood Crossing building in downtown ings to the public. pedestrian traffic during those time council appointed a new township has a computer,” adding that “people Borough Council and will now serve Fanwood] have dropped off their During the public comments por- periods of a school day…” auditor, labor relations attorney and coming to the meetings don’t have as the planning board’s council rep- plans” for two parcels on South tion of the meeting, resident Greg Additionally, a moment of silence tax appeal attorney, but not before the opportunity to read [the resolu- resentative. He was replaced as Avenue and on LaGrande Avenue. Kasko said while he acknowledges was observed in remembrance of Republican Councilman William tions] in advance.” He questioned chairman by Dale Flowers. Ms. Hoynes submitted the 2013 that crossing guards do a wonderful Lee Hale, a longtime Westfield resi- Vastine repeated his comments from how the proposed change fit with the Mr. Flowers has been a planning planning board budget, with a 1- job crossing children, he is con- dent who died on Saturday. For an earlier round of appointments mayor’s pledge of increased trans- board member for more than nine percent reduction from 2012’s bud- cerned about them directing traffic more information on Mr. Hale, see made at the council’s January 15 parency by the municipal govern- years, “more years than I care to get. This comes in addition to the 9- when no pedestrians are present. page 8. meeting. ment. remember,” he said, “and vice-chair percent reduction that the 2012 bud- He told the council, “I believe this “When all is said and done,” Mr. A third change would charge the for several years.” The board then get represented from 2011’s bud- is a dangerous practice that should Vastine said this week, “we will have township clerk with providing the elected Matthew Juckes as its new get. “I don’t see any problem in be stopped.” Mr. Kasko said he replaced more than 10 service pro- so-called “layman’s” explanation of vice-chairman. meeting it, because we don’t have could not find anything in state stat- viders” in the month since the Demo- ordinances being introduced and Mr. Flowers and the board wel- any parties or outside meetings,” ute Title 39 that allows civilian crats gained control of the governing voted upon. Until now, a council comed new member Elizabeth she said. crossing guards to direct traffic. body. While saying the new appoin- member has been tasked with ex- Hogan. Ms. Hogan was raised in She did anticipate a challenge in Town Administrator Jim Gildea tees were “well-qualified,” he ex- plaining, in understandable language, Fanwood and has lived in the bor- completing work on the South Av- said crossing guards can direct traf- pressed concern that the individuals the details of, for instance, a complex ough as an adult for 13 years. She enue corridor; however, since that fic, but that it is not their main and the firms were “not as intimately bond ordinance. Mr. Vastine said has been a member of the Fanwood is not included in the budget. priority. He also said this issue has, familiar with Scotch Plains” as their council members should continue to Memorial Library Board in the past. Finally, Ms. Hoynes announced “never been brought forward by predecessors. do so. He mused that if the council Robert Renaud will remain the that the hearing that had been on any other resident.” Mr. Gildea Democratic Councilman Michael implemented the proposed changes, planning board’s attorney. T&M As- the night’s schedule for a tempo- added that Mr. Kasko has been film- Marcus said he had “concerns about “there’s no reason for us to show up sociates will continue to provide rary cell tower application from ing crossing guards and asked if he the way the selection process was if we don’t have any involvement in the planning board engineer, Sprint and Cingular would be car- would refrain from distracting the conducted,” questioning whether it the process.” Dominic Carrino, and planner, ried to Wednesday, February 27. guards from doing their jobs. had been “as fair, open and objective Mr. Marcus said the changes would Marty Truscott. Pat Hoynes will Public Notice was published in this According to New Jersey state as it should be.” Like Mr. Vastine, he be a “disservice to the town and to the return for her 10th year as planning newspaper’s January 10 edition. Ms. law Title 40A, “The chief of police Saturday, February 2 singled out the Suplee Clooney au- government.” board secretary. Hoynes said no further notice would or other chief law enforcement of- diting firm, which Mr. Marcus said “All council people need to be en- After appointments and adminis- be given. had a “good relationship with our gaged in the affairs of the council,” tration of oaths of office concluded, professional staff. I would not re- Mr. Marcus said. He said resolutions the board got to work, hearing an place them at this time.” Echoing Mr. “should be read and explained” so the application from Peter and Vincenza See it all on the Web! Vastine, he said replacing the public knows what is being voted on. Vosseler for a residential generator. RVSA Storm Damage township’s labor relations attorney Mr. Glover said the proposed The Vosselers requested a variance www.goleader.com CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 — especially in the midst of merger changes were “consistent with the to set the generator back from their without outside power. Mr. Valent said had the surge been discussions between the Scotch Plains rules that other towns follow” and house 1.5 feet, rather than the es- Several members of RVSA’s staff just six inches higher, the berms pro- and Fanwood police departments — said the new procedures would not tablished five feet. Their request considered this problem and devel- tecting the facility would have been would not be “prudent or advisable.” hinder the ability of others on the was ultimately approved. oped a procedure, referred to by them overtopped. This would have allowed Mayor Kevin Glover said he was council to be involved in the process. A generator must be a safe dis- Cranford as a “modified black start,” to restart enormous amounts of water into the “absolutely convinced” that the new “All items will have an opportunity to tance from any houses or windows, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the generators. It involved taking facility and it would have likely appointees “will well serve this com- be discussed,” he said. but also needs to be accessible. The “New Jersey has seven develop- numerous portions of the plant off- flooded RVSA’s headworks build- munity” and added his feeling that Township Attorney Judy Verrone planning board questioned whether mental centers. Only two of them line for a short time in order to free ing. That, in turn, would have likely much of the objections were “politi- agreed, saying that the proposed it would be possible to conceal the [with available beds] are in North sufficient power capacity to be able shut down the plant, and the loss of cal.” Deputy Mayor Colleen changes are “not unusual or outside structure with shrubbery or cover Jersey. There’s one in Hunterdon to restart the co-gen generators. The the pumps would have meant far more Gialanella said the new appointees the scope of the norm.” that would not limit accessibility. [County] and [one in] Green Brook procedure proved successful and that flooding and damage or destruction would bring “different views” to the The two-hour meeting finished off Board members also discussed that are filled to capacity. The rest crisis was averted. In all, RVSA’s of much of the facility’s machinery. table, adding that keeping the same with Mr. Vastine asking that the coun- generator noise levels, with some are down in Vineland, Woodbine plant was off the power grid for 16 When questioned about plant modi- professionals in place does not lead to cil pass resolutions formally recog- proposing air conditioning units as and New Lisbon,” she said. days due to a combination of loss of fications as a result of the storm, Mr. “change or progress.” nizing the service of residents who a model for comparison. However, Ms. St. Armand said the state’s power and unreliable or “dirty” power. Valent said that raising the berms was Wiss and Co. was named as town- were long-standing members of since a generator runs, in test mode, plan is to close these two centers In a January 15 interview aired on not a consideration at this time, rather ship auditor on a 3-2 vote, with Mr. boards and commissions who were for approximately only 10 minutes and create group homes to accom- WNYC radio, Rep. Bill Pascrell (D- most of the changes would be through Vastine and Mr. Marcus voting no. not reappointed to new terms this a month, planning board member modate all the residents by 2017. 9th) said the Passaic Valley Sewerage engineering in an effort to prevent Wilentz, Goldman and Spitzer was year. “In some instances,” he said, Dennis Sherry suggested compar- The problem, according to Ms. St. Commission was “totally wiped out” water from the Rahway River, where named labor relations attorney on a 3- “people with more than 20 years of ing its decibel level to that of a lawn Armand, is “there are over 8,000 and that with the “inability to pump the plant discharges, from flowing 2 vote, with Mr. Vastine and Mr. service” were not reappointed to bod- mower instead. people on the waiting list. That is through the treatment plants, you’ve backward and into the plant. He said Marcus dissenting. Palumbo and ies such as the planning board and Zoning Officer Raymond not appropriate to move these indi- got raw sewage going into our own that the facility would likely improve Renaud was named tax appeal attor- zoning board, and he criticized what Sullivan pointed out that such mat- viduals who do not want to leave waterways, into the Newark Bay, gates (essentially doors) on the emer- ney on a 3-1 vote, with Mr. Vastine he called Mayor’s Glover’s “generic” ters should be considered carefully, the centers to give up their services that’s going to cost at least $300 gency bypass line. voting no and Mr. Marcus abstaining. word of thanks to those volunteers at since they may be precedent set- to go into a group home.” million to repair.” The interview was Mr. Meehan described the time Mr. Vastine and Mr. Marcus also his January 1 swearing-in as mayor. ting. He expects generator applica- Ms. St. Armand provided the given at the time that the Sandy aid during and following the storm as expressed concerns about proposed Councilman Marcus agreed, saying tions to increase in 2013, due to committee with materials related to package was about to be voted on in “nerve-racking.” He described con- changes to the way council meetings that asking for resolutions was a “per- residents’ experiences with Hurri- her request. the House. ference calls arranged with the AEA will be conducted. In what Mayor fectly reasonable request. We owe a canes Irene and Sandy. Committee member Kevin When questioned about Mr. and other members where personnel Glover said was an effort to “stream- debt to them.” Mayor Colleen Mahr, a member Campbell responded to Ms. St. Pascrell’s statement, Mr. Meehan said from various plants could share their line” the meetings, he is proposing Mayor Glover pointed out that he of the board, asked Mr. Sullivan to Armand during the professional he believed that some treatment was expertise and resources. Mr. Meehan that Mrs. Gialanella, as deputy mayor, had written letters to many of those submit discussion of relevant ordi- comments portion of the meeting, likely being done, but it was likely said during some of these calls some formally make the motion on all items who were not reappointed and again nances for the Fanwood council’s stating, “I share your concerns. I do some type of manual disinfection. of the participants sounded like they to be considered for vote, introduc- expressed his appreciation for their February agenda. Mr. Sullivan then know people in that situation, as Ms. Gallos said it seemed like were nearly in tears. tion and final adoption — a change service. He also questioned why last offered a report comparing 2011 your sister is…and I know certain Monmouth County was hit the worst Both Mr. Meehan and Mr. Valent from long-standing procedure where year’s Republican-controlled coun- and 2012 zoning statistics. people should not be in group in terms of wastewater facilities. She commented that the discharge from all council members participate. Mr. cil had failed to recognize the service He found a 21-percent uptick in homes.” Mr. Campbell further stated also said the Middlesex County Utili- RVSA’s plant actually results in a Vastine said doing this will “elimi- of former Republican mayor Nancy field visits by planning board mem- he was looking forward to review- ties Authority had serious damage cleaner Rahway River. Their plant, nate the rest of the council” from the Malool after she resigned to take a bers, and a 37-percent increase in ing the materials Ms. St. Armand including two pumping stations be- though some treatment was lost due process. position with the state government. office visits (as opposed to phone provided. ing down. She also described an in- to the storm, is now operating nor- or e-mail correspondence) from The next township committee cinerator, used to burn sludge, at mally. They said, with some appear- residential applicants. The number meeting open to the public is sched- Bayshore Regional Sewerage Author- ance of pride, that their facility is one of residential complaints registered uled for Tuesday, February 12, at ity in Union Beach as being “hit of a very few which has three levels Freeholders held steady. 7:30 p.m., at the Cranford Munici- while hot” by the surge. Most engi- of wastewater treatment. In addition to increased genera- pal Building. neering facilities use refractory brick CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 as a heat resistant lining. These bricks Chairman Chris Hudak said the six at an additional $30,160, for a new can withstand great heat, but sudden Morris freeholders who supported contract of $188,464. As reported in cooling can cause them, like glass, to pushing for a zero tax increase are in the January 24 issue of The Westfield shatter. Ms. Gallos indicated that the SPMC their first year on the board while the Leader, the county’s jail population incinerator would require substantial CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 only board veteran abstained, saying has dropped to below 700 inmates, reconstruction. FirsTEAM served as manager, Scotch he “did not think it was wise to make down from 900 a year ago as Lumi- RVSA has been aiding other area Plains had been governed by three dif- such a promise.” Mr. Hudak said the nosity has been using its software authorities, and will likely continue ferent mayors — Mr. Glover and his Morris resolution was non-binding. programs to find where backlogs of to do so for some considerable period predecessors Mary DePaola and Nancy In response to resident comments, non-violent offenders are occurring of time. It has been doing lab work Malool. And given that the mayor ap- Freeholder Chairwoman Linda Carter in the criminal justice system. for the Linden-Roselle Sewerage points SPMC’s board members, Mr. said the board is “trying to be prudent Director of Corrections Brian Authority, which had its lab dam- Biagini noted that SPMC is starting in the dollars that we spend.” Riordan said Thursday that he antici- aged in the storm. Expectations were 2013 with its third different slate of Freeholder Dan Sullivan said the pates savings in areas such as meals that the need for Linden-Roselle to officers and directors since 2010. county’s executive budget will be and medical insurance for inmates. outsource that work would end around Given the new mayor’s proposals, released this week and that freeholder He noted that the board recently now. RVSA also has been accepting “I decided the time was appropriate public budget hearings will be held in passed a resolution for the annual waste from an industrial customer for the management team to step aside March. medical services contract for inmates, from Monmouth County, which on a high note,” Mr. Biagini said, In other business, among the reso- which was $400,000 less than the washes vegetables. Additionally, “leaving the SPMC with three years lutions approved by the board was a previous contract. some industrial customers of Passaic of accomplishments, a healthy trea- three-month extension of a contract The board also approved a resolu- Valley have been trucking waste to sury, and hard-earned credibility.” with Perselay Associates, Inc. of tion to enter into a $67,000 contract RVSA for treatment. Attempts to reach Mayor Glover Chatham, which was contracted with with Business Furniture, Inc. of Still, the question remains of what for comment for this story were last spring at $30,000 to conduct a Parsippany for the purchase of out- might have happened at RVSA if unsuccessful. management study of the county jail. door furniture for the new clubhouse/ Sandy had been a heavy rainstorm or At its first meeting of the year on Frank Guzzo, director of human ser- banquet facility now under construc- if the surge had been higher. Bob January 9, Shana Coelho resigned from vices, said the extension is being done tion at Galloping Hill Clubhouse in Valent, RVSA’s superintendent, cir- the body. Michael Brennan was elected to ensure the county can use any Kenilworth. Department of Parks, culated pictures at the RVSA No- board secretary and Thomas Russo efficiencies gained from the study Recreation and Community Renewal vember meeting showing flooding in was chosen to be treasurer. SPMC has within the 2013 county budget. Director Ron Zuber said the pur- Dominic A. Lagano for The Westfield Leader EAGLE SCOUT...Cranford Mayor Thomas Hannen reads a resolution at Tuesday’s low lying areas of the plant; these rented a small office space on Park The freeholders also approved a chase includes 104 dining chairs, 22 Township Committee meeting honoring Patrick Mc Kell of Troop No. 80 for his pictures were taken with a cell phone Avenue for $200 per month, to be resolution to extend the contract for tables, lounge chairs, modular seat- restoration of the memorial garden at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Cranford camera by the light of their truck’s used primarily by Jeff Stein, its am- St. Petersburg, Fla.-based Luminos- ing and various chairs and coffee as his Eagle Scout Service Project as Committeewoman Lisa Adubato looks on. headlights. bassador to the business community. ity Inc. through April 30 of this year, tables. Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, January 31, 2013 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 54th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 05-2013 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Scotch Plains Council Splits On Appointments and New Procedures By FRED T. ROSSI Democratic Councilman Michael professionals in place does not lead Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Marcus said he had “concerns about to “change or progress.” SCOTCH PLAINS — Council the way the selection process was Wiss and Co. was named as town- members sparred on Tuesday over conducted,” questioning whether it ship auditor on a 3-2 vote, with Mr. appointments, council procedures and had been “as fair, open and objective Vastine and Mr. Marcus voting no. proper recognition of volunteers. as it should be.” Like Mr. Vastine, he Wilentz, Goldman and Spitzer was At its conference meeting, the singled out the Suplee Clooney au- named labor relations attorney on a council appointed a new township diting firm, which Mr. Marcus said 3-2 vote, with Mr. Vastine and Mr. auditor, labor relations attorney and had a “good relationship with our Marcus dissenting. Palumbo and tax appeal attorney, but not before professional staff. I would not re- Renaud was named tax appeal attor- Republican Councilman William place them at this time.” Echoing Mr. ney on a 3-1 vote, with Mr. Vastine Vastine repeated his comments from Vastine, he said replacing the voting no and Mr. Marcus abstain- an earlier round of appointments township’s labor relations attorney – ing. made at the council’s January 15 especially in the midst of merger dis- Mr. Vastine and Mr. Marcus also meeting. cussions between the Scotch Plains expressed concerns about proposed “When all is said and done,” Mr. and Fanwood police departments – changes to the way council meetings Vastine said this week, “we will have would not be “prudent or advisable.” will be conducted. In what Mayor replaced more than 10 service pro- Mayor Kevin Glover said he was Glover said was an effort to “stream- viders” in the month since the Demo- “absolutely convinced” that the new line” the meetings, he is proposing crats gained control of the governing appointees “will well serve this com- that Mrs. Gialanella, as deputy mayor, body. While saying the new appoin- munity” and added his feeling that formally make the motion on all items tees were “well-qualified,” he ex- much of the objections were “politi- to be considered for vote, introduc- pressed concern that the individuals cal.” Deputy Mayor Colleen tion and final adoption – a change and the firms were “not as intimately Gialanella said the new appointees from long-standing procedure where Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times familiar with Scotch Plains” as their would bring “different views” to the all council members participate. Mr. FROZEN SOLID…For the first time in many years, residents were able to ice skate at LaGrande Park in Fanwood this past predecessors. table, adding that keeping the same Vastine said doing this will “elimi- weekend, thanks to Mother Nature’s big chill last week. nate the rest of the council” from the process. A second change would do away with readings of each resolution be- Fanwood Planning Board Makes ing considered during the council’s adoption of its new business consent agenda. All resolutions are now avail- able on the township’s website. But Appointments, Considers Generators Mr. Vastine said that “not everyone By CATHERINE WATSON Fanwood and has lived in the bor- year as planning board secretary. has a computer,” adding that “people Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ough as an adult for 13 years. She has After appointments and adminis- coming to the meetings don’t have FANWOOD — Among other 2013 been a member of the Fanwood Me- tration of oaths of office concluded, the opportunity to read [the resolu- appointees, the Fanwood Planning morial Library Board in the past. the board got to work, hearing an tions] in advance.” He questioned Board designated a new chairman at Robert Renaud will remain the application from Peter and Vincenza how the proposed change fit with the its January 23 regular meeting. planning board’s attorney. T&M As- Vosseler for a residential generator.

Photo courtesy of Maria LaMorte-Wright mayor’s pledge of increased trans- Former chairman, Jack Molenaar, sociates will continue to provide the The Vosselers requested a variance to WELCOME...The Rotary Club of Fanwood-Scotch Plains recently inducted new parency by the municipal govern- was recently elected to the Fanwood planning board engineer, Dominic set the generator back from their house members. Pictured, left to right, are: Wayne Zuhl, Eileen Moritz-Spitler, Walter ment. Borough Council and will now serve Carrino, and planner, Marty Truscott. 1.5 feet, rather than the established Bonilla, David LaBush and Donna D’Annunzio. A third change would charge the as the planning board’s council rep- Pat Hoynes will return for her 10th CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 township clerk with providing the resentative. He was replaced as chair- so-called “layman’s” explanation of man by Dale Flowers. SP-F School Board Reviews ordinances being introduced and Mr. Flowers has been a planning RVSA Officials Discuss voted upon. Until now, a council board member for more than nine member has been tasked with ex- years, “more years than I care to Tentative Special Ed Budget plaining, in understandable language, remember,” he said, “and vice-chair How Plant Survived Sandy By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL pational, physical, speech and be- the details of, for instance, a complex for several years.” The board then By WAYNE BAKER vived with negligible damage. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times havioral therapies, one-to-one aides bond ordinance. Mr. Vastine said elected Matthew Juckes as its new Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times In preparation for Sandy’s arrival SCOTCH PLAINS – During their and child study teams also have council members should continue to vice-chairman. RAHWAY — “We did well,” said on Monday evening, October 29, third meeting held in January, mem- rose from last year by 1.47 percent. do so. He mused that if the council Mr. Flowers and the board wel- James Meehan, executive director of RVSA, with the permission of the bers of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood He said this portion of the budget implemented the proposed changes, comed new member Elizabeth the Rahway Valley Sewerage Author- New Jersey Department of Environ- Board of Education last Thursday would equal $8,136,388. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Hogan. Ms. Hogan was raised in ity (RVSA), as he sat down recently mental Protection (DEP), fired up its looked at the tentative special-edu- In the presentation, Mr. Beese also with The Scotch Plains-Fanwood cogeneration facility. The co-gen fa- cation budget for the upcoming noted that while the costs for spe- Times to talk about how the authority cility went down on Wednesday, Oc- school year. Business Administra- cial-education programs and re- Summit Councilmen Seek survived Hurricane Sandy. tober 31, due to a power surge caused tor Deborah Saridaki and Thomas sources increase, federal aid is de- Mr. Meehan’s statement was borne by the attempt to start a 700 horse- Beese, Jr., director of Special Ser- creasing. He said that according to out by telephone comments from power electric motor. This began a vices, made the presentation. reports from the county, the Indi- Lower Union County Tax Peggy Gallos, executive director of period of one-and-a-half days run- According to Mrs. Saridaki, the viduals with Disabilities Education By PAUL J. PEYTON use “categorical waivers,” such as the Association of Environmental ning on diesel backup generators, special education portion of the bud- Act (IDEA) funding would be down Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times pension and health care costs, to “cir- Authorities of New Jersey (AEA), a RVSA officials said. get will be the first of three presen- by 30 percent for the upcoming COUNTY – Members of the Sum- cumvent that 2-percent limit.” group of 90 sewage authorities around The use of the diesel engines caused tations made on the spending plan. school year. He stated, “Union mit Common Council asked the New Providence resident Patrick the state. Ms. Gallos said that RVSA some concerns because diesel fuel During the presentation, Mr. Beese County officials have recommended Union County Board of Chosen Free- Moschetti said a recent Star-Ledger was likely the only sewage facility in was in short supply following the noted that the budget for the tuition budgeting 70 percent of the IDEA holders last Thursday to follow the article shows that Union County resi- the tidal surge affected region of storm due to shut down refineries portion of special services is pro- Grant Dollars awarded in 2012-2013 lead of Essex and Morris Counties by dents pay the second highest county northern New Jersey to have sur- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 jected for the 2013-2014 year at due to potential federal budget se- either not raising county taxes or at tax in the state at $1,800, behind $6,254,265. Last year, the appro- questration.” least staying within the state man- Essex County, where homeowners priations were at $5,888,157 and the Mr. Beese stated that because of dated 2-percent cap. pay an average of $2,000 in county actual expenditures were at this the district has budgeted Summit Council President Rich taxes. $5,500,885. The transportation por- $773,238 in aid. Last year’s grant Madden told the Union County Free- “I would not be very happy with tion also is up by $125,444 for the totaled $1,104,625. He also noted holders that Summit paid $33 million that if I was running the county,” Mr. upcoming year. that the $331,387 difference must in county taxes in 2012. “That’s 11 Moschetti said. He said the county Mr. Beese reported all appropria- now “be provided by local funds.” percent of the county taxes when we should cut its tax levy, which was tions for resources programs, occu- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 only have 4 percent of the popula- $303 million in 2012, by 5 percent or tion,” Mr. Madden said. “…County $15 million. taxes are a huge burden that contin- “There would be some instances ues to increase.” where you maybe want to look at “I’m not here to mull the termina- eliminating some programs which tion of county government as some are no longer effective or necessary. people may think. I think there are Government has a tendency to keep some great challenges going forward things going forever,” Mr. Moschetti (for the county). I would like to see a said. reduction in the tax burden for Union In terms of the other two counties, County, which can only come with six of seven of the Morris County the reduction in the size of govern- Board of Freeholders voted for a reso- ment,” Mr. Madden said. lution last week to seek a goal of no He recommended the county con- increase in county taxes for the 2013 solidate the sheriff’s and county po- county budget; a seventh freeholder lice departments, privatize Runnells abstained. Essex County Executive Specialized Hospital and the county Joseph DiVincenzo, Jr. has released a Wayne Baker for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times jail and that the county look to shared budget that he says will stay within RVSA SURVIVAL...Jim Meehan, the Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority’s public works services “wherever pos- the state’s cap. (RVSA) executive director, points out the proximity of the Rahway River to RVSA’s plant on a pre-expansion aerial photo of the site as Bob Valent, RVSA’s sible.” In response to Morris County taxes, plant superintendent, looks on. Summit Councilman Tom Union County Freeholder Vice-Chair- Getzendanner said the entire free- man Chris Hudak said the six Morris PAGE INDEX holder board “should look exhaus- freeholders who supported pushing Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times tively to reviewing all workforce and for a zero tax increase are in their first Regional ...... 2,3 Education ...... 9, 18 KLONDIKE DERBY…Braving temperatures that lingered in the teens last Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 Saturday, over 250 Scouts and well over 100 adults attended the annual Patriots’ operational procedures” and commit year on the board while the only Path Council Boy Scout Klondike Derby held in the Watchung Reservation. The to a “pre-determined tax bogey, board veteran abstained, saying he Police ...... 18 Real Estate .... 11-17 Klondike Derby tests Scouts on survival skills in cold weather, and although it is namely the 2-percent nominal cap.” “did not think it was wise to make Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 17 not essential to have snow, the fresh inch of snow that fell on Friday did help. He said the freeholders should not CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20

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Brooks Crandall for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times FROZEN SOLID…Residents enjoy a return to ice skating for the first time in OH, DEER…With the annual Watchung Reservation deer population control still FROZEN SOLID…For the first time in many years, residents were able to ice many years this past weekend at LaGrande Park in Fanwood, courtesy of chilly not completed, the deer have found their way onto Orenda Circle in Westfield. skate on Gregory’s Pond off Brightwood Avenue in Westfield this past January temperatures. weekend, thanks to Mother Nature’s big chill last week. Cranford Honors Eagle Scotch Plains Management Scout; Considers Petition By DOMINIC A. LAGANO Chris Christie recommended that the Corp. Facing Uncertain Year Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times North Jersey Developmental Center, By FRED T. ROSSI dent David Biagini told The Times CRANFORD — The Cranford located in Totowa, and the Woodbridge Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times the decision not to continue its role Township Committee Tuesday night Developmental Center, located in SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch was due to several factors. He noted honored Patrick Mc Kell of Troop Woodbridge, be closed to curtail ex- Plains Management Corp. (SPMC), that during the three years that No. 80 of Cranford for his restora- penses to the state. the overseer of business district im- FirsTEAM served as manager, tion of the memorial garden at the Ms. St. Armand, whose sister is one provement efforts, faces what its Scotch Plains had been governed by Trinity Episcopal Church in of the residents at the Woodbridge board chairman says is an uncertain three different mayors – Mr. Glover Cranford as his Eagle Scout Ser- Developmental Center, is opposed to future given its lack of a manager and his predecessors, Mary DePaola vice Project. its closing due to the hardship of relo- and Mayor Kevin Glover’s proposal and Nancy Malool. And given that Devised “to demonstrate or hone, cating the residents to South Jersey. to suspend assessments. the mayor appoints SPMC’s board or to learn and develop, leadership “New Jersey has seven develop- Dominic A. Lagano for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times “I don’t know where the future members, Mr. Biagini noted that skills,” the Eagle Scout Service mental centers. Only two of them EAGLE SCOUT...The Cranford Township Committee Tuesday night honored lies,” SPMC Board Chairman SPMC is starting 2013 with its third Project is one of the required ele- [with available beds] are in North Patrick Mc Kell of Troop No. 80 of Cranford for his restoration of the memorial Dominick Verdic told The Scotch different slate of officers and direc- ments for an individual to be el- Jersey. There’s one in Hunterdon garden at Trinity Episcopal Church in Cranford as his Eagle Scout Service Project. Plains-Fanwood Times in advance of tors since 2010. evated to the rank of Eagle Scout. and [one in] Green Brook that are this week’s board meeting. “I don’t Given the new mayor’s proposals, The scout must plan, implement and filled to capacity. The rest are down know what direction the mayor and “I decided the time was appropriate lead any type of service project that in Vineland, Woodbine and New council have in mind.” for the management team to step is beneficial to his community. Lisbon,” she said. Scotch Plains Council At his swearing-in as mayor on aside on a high note,” Mr. Biagini According to Mayor Thomas Ms. St. Armand said the state’s CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 January 1, Mr. Glover, saying that said, “leaving the SPMC with three Hannen, careful consideration was plan is to close these two centers “there’s no reason for us to show up nizing the service of residents who “it’s clear to me that the [Special Im- years of accomplishments, a healthy put into the planning of the garden. and create group homes to accom- if we don’t have any involvement in were long-standing members of provement District] isn’t doing what it treasury and hard-earned credibil- “The garden encompasses over 2,500 modate all the residents by 2017. the process.” boards and commissions who were was supposed to do,” proposed a sus- ity.” Attempts to reach Mayor Glover square feet and includes over 200 The problem, according to Ms. St. Mr. Marcus said the changes would not reappointed to new terms this pension – “until further review” – of for comment for this story were un- plants and over 30 varieties. A wind- Armand, is “there are over 8,000 be a “disservice to the town and to the year. “In some instances,” he said, the annual $400 fee that property successful. ing slate path was installed through people on the waiting list. That is government.” “people with more than 20 years of owners pay to finance SPMC’s bud- At its first meeting of the year on the garden and benches were located not appropriate to move these indi- “All council people need to be en- service” were not reappointed to bod- get. Mr. Verdic said the SPMC board January 9, Shana Coelho resigned from at the center of the garden. Through viduals who do not want to leave gaged in the affairs of the council,” ies such as the planning board and was set to discuss the mayor’s pro- the body. Michael Brennan was elected the efforts of Patrick’s project, pa- the centers to give up their services Mr. Marcus said. He said resolutions zoning board, and he criticized what posal at its meeting last night. board secretary and Thomas Russo rishioners can spend peaceful time in to go into a group home.” “should be read and explained” so the he called Mayor’s Glover’s “generic” Another matter SPMC will have to was chosen to be treasurer. SPMC has the garden.” Ms. St. Armand provided the com- public knows what is being voted on. word of thanks to those volunteers at consider is whether to hire a new rented a small office space on Park Mr. Hannen then read aloud a reso- mittee with materials related to her Mr. Glover said the proposed his January 1 swearing-in as mayor. manager after FirsTEAManagement Avenue for $200 per month, to be lution commending the youth for his request. changes were “consistent with the Councilman Marcus agreed, saying chose not to seek a renewal of its used primarily by Jeff Stein, its am- achievement. Committee member Kevin rules that other towns follow” and that asking for resolutions was a “per- contract for 2013. FirsTEAM Presi- bassador to the business community. In other business, the township com- Campbell responded to Ms. St. said the new procedures would not fectly reasonable request. We owe a mittee was petitioned by a resident to Armand during the professional com- hinder the ability of others on the debt to them.” consider creating a resolution con- ments portion of the meeting, stating, council to be involved in the process. Mayor Glover pointed out that he demning the state’s decision to close “I share your concerns. I do know “All items will have an opportunity had written letters to many of those SP-F Board of Education two facilities in northern New Jersey people in that situation, as your sister to be discussed,” he said. who were not reappointed and again CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 that care for those who are develop- is…and I know certain people should Township Attorney Judy Verrone expressed his appreciation for their Board President Trip Whitehouse sider. mentally disabled. not be in group homes.” Mr. Campbell agreed, saying that the proposed service. He also questioned why last and board member Betty Anne In the first draft, the superinten- Joanne St. Armand told the com- further stated he was looking forward changes are “not unusual or outside year’s Republican-controlled coun- Woerner both expressed their frus- dent noted that school would open mittee that in July of last year a task to reviewing the materials Ms. St. the scope of the norm.” cil had failed to recognize the service tration with the fact that while there on September 9, 2013 for students, force commissioned by Governor Armand provided. The two-hour meeting finished off of former Republican mayor Nancy have been mandates put on the dis- with staff professional days on Sep- with Mr. Vastine asking that the coun- Malool after she resigned to take a trict as to what services need to be tember 4, 2013; Columbus Day, cil pass resolutions formally recog- position with the state government. given, federal aid to provide those which is October 14, 2013, and services continues to be cut. June 20, 2014. This option would Union County Freeholders Mr. Beese concluded his presen- give the students a last day of June tation by stating that his department 19, 2014. Option B also would have CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 RVSA Discusses Sandy was dedicated to “keeping kids in school open for students on Sep- such a promise.” Mr. Hudak said the Leader, the county’s jail population CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the least restrictive environment tember 9, 2013 but would have its Morris resolution was non-binding. has dropped to below 700 inmates, paired with high demand. Because of were that the need for Linden- within the district while meeting the professional days on September 4, In response to resident comments, down from 900 a year ago as Lumi- the uncertainty of the power situa- Roselle to outsource that work educational needs of the student.” 2013 and January 17 and February Freeholder Chairwoman Linda Carter nosity has been using its software tion, RVSA officials said they wanted would end around now. RVSA also He stated that the budget did in- 14, 2014. This option would have said the board is “trying to be prudent programs to find where backlogs of to get back to using the natural gas- has been accepting waste from an clude one additional teacher at the made the last day of school on in the dollars that we spend.” non-violent offenders are occurring powered generators from the co-gen- industrial customer from high school. Mr. Beese added that Monday, June 23, 2014. Freeholder Dan Sullivan said the in the criminal justice system. eration plant. Their problem was that Monmouth County, which washes he needed to “keep the balance be- Finally, members of the board county’s executive budget will be Director of Corrections Brian they had no procedure for doing this vegetables. Additionally, some in- tween advocating for students while unanimously passed a resolution to released this week and that freeholder Riordan said Thursday that he antici- without outside power. dustrial customers of Passaic Val- maintaining a responsibility to the approve the 2011-2012 Excess Ex- public budget hearings will be held in pates savings in areas such as meals Several members of RVSA’s staff ley have been trucking waste to taxpayer.” traordinary Aid portion of $150,000 March. and medical insurance for inmates. considered this problem and devel- RVSA for treatment. In other business, the board unani- to replace exterior doors in some In other business, among the reso- He noted that the board recently oped a procedure, referred to by them Still, the question remains of what mously voted to approve the up- buildings throughout the district lutions approved by the board was a passed a resolution for the annual as a “modified black start,” to restart might have happened at RVSA if coming school year calendar, with rather than renovating the six three-month extension of a contract medical services contract for inmates, the generators. It involved taking Sandy had been a heavy rainstorm the last day of school set for June middle-school bathrooms, as pre- with Perselay Associates, Inc. of which was $400,000 less than the numerous portions of the plant off- or if the surge had been higher. Bob 19, 2014. This option, known from viously approved. Mrs. Saridaki Chatham, which was contracted with previous contract. line for a short time in order to free Valent, RVSA’s superintendent, cir- last week as Option A, was said to noted that this change was made for last spring at $30,000 to conduct a The board also approved a resolu- sufficient power capacity to be able culated pictures at the RVSA No- have been much more popular with safety reasons. She added that the management study of the county jail. tion to enter into a $67,000 contract to restart the co-gen generators. The vember meeting showing flooding parents and teachers alike. bathrooms would still be fixed. Frank Guzzo, director of human ser- with Business Furniture, Inc. of procedure proved successful and that in low lying areas of the plant; these Last week, Superintendent of The next board of education meet- vices, said the extension is being done Parsippany for the purchase of out- crisis was averted. In all, RVSA’s pictures were taken with a cell Schools Margaret Hayes gave a pre- ing will be held on Thursday, Feb- to ensure the county can use any door furniture for the new clubhouse/ plant was off the power grid for 16 phone camera by the light of their sentation regarding the upcoming ruary 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the Admin- efficiencies gained from the study banquet facility now under construc- days due to a combination of loss of truck’s headlights. 2013-2014 school calendar. She re- istration Building at Evergreen Av- within the 2013 county budget. tion at Galloping Hill Clubhouse in power and unreliable or “dirty” power. Mr. Valent said had the surge been vealed there were two drafts that enue and Cedar Street in Scotch The freeholders also approved a Kenilworth. Department of Parks, In a January 15 interview aired on just six inches higher, the berms members of the board could con- Plains. resolution to extend the contract for Recreation and Community Renewal WNYC radio, Rep. Bill Pascrell (D- protecting the facility would have St. Petersburg, Fla.-based Luminos- Director Ron Zuber said the pur- 9th) said the Passaic Valley Sewerage been overtopped. This would have ity Inc. through April 30 of this year, chase includes 104 dining chairs, 22 Commission was “totally wiped out” allowed enormous amounts of wa- at an additional $30,160, for a new tables, lounge chairs, modular seat- and that with the “inability to pump ter into the facility and it would contract of $188,464. As reported in ing and various chairs and coffee through the treatment plants, you’ve have likely flooded RVSA’s Fanwood Planning Board the January 24 issue of The Westfield tables. got raw sewage going into our own headworks building. That, in turn, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 waterways, into the Newark Bay, would have likely shut down the five feet. Their request was ultimately tial applicants. The number of resi- that’s going to cost at least $300 plant, and the loss of the pumps approved. dential complaints registered held Is Property Tax Appeal million to repair.” This interview was would have meant far more flood- A generator must be a safe distance steady. given at the time that the Sandy aid ing and damage or destruction of from any houses or windows, but In addition to increased generator package was about to be voted on in much of the facility’s machinery. also needs to be accessible. The plan- applications, Mr. Sullivan predicted Right Move For You? the House. When questioned about plant ning board questioned whether it further development in Fanwood’s When questioned about Mr. modifications as a result of the storm, would be possible to conceal the struc- light industrial neighborhood, particu- SCOTCH PLAINS - Home values Foerst & Associates and has been Pascrell’s statement, Mr. Meehan Mr. Valent said that raising the berms ture with shrubbery or cover that would larly along the South Avenue corridor. have dropped. Shouldn’t your prop- assisting families with real estate and said he believed that some treat- was not a consideration at this time, not limit accessibility. Mayor Mahr supported his convic- erty taxes? Is a property tax appeal tax issues for more than a decade in ment was likely being done, but it rather most of the changes would be Board members also discussed gen- tion, saying, “Elite Properties [which right for you? our local community. Mr. Foerst was likely some type of manual through engineering in an effort to erator noise levels, with some propos- developed the Fanwood Crossing As the real estate market depreci- brings with him his experience with disinfection. prevent water from the Rahway ing air conditioning units as a model building in downtown Fanwood] have ated over the last few local government, a Ms. Gallos said it seemed like River, where the plant discharges, for comparison. However, since a gen- dropped off their plans” for two par- years, chances are that knowledge of the mu- Monmouth County was hit the worst from flowing backward and into the erator runs, in test mode, for approxi- cels on South Avenue and on LaGrande your property taxes did nicipal budget process in terms of wastewater facilities. plant. He said that the facility would mately only 10 minutes a month, plan- Avenue. not likewise decrease. and a record of success She also said the Middlesex County likely improve gates (essentially ning board member Dennis Sherry Ms. Hoynes submitted the 2013 As a taxpayer, you have in reducing property Utilities Authority had serious dam- doors) on the emergency bypass line. suggested comparing its decibel level planning board budget, with a 1-per- the right to appeal your taxes for his clients. age including two pumping stations Mr. Meehan described the time to that of a lawn mower instead. cent reduction from 2012’s budget. property tax assessment SAVE MONEY! being down. She also described an during and following the storm as Zoning Officer Raymond Sullivan This comes in addition to the 9-per- and reduce your taxes. Make the sale of your incinerator, used to burn sludge, at “nerve-racking.” He described con- pointed out that such matters should cent reduction that the 2012 budget A taxpayer considering home more attractive. Bayshore Regional Sewerage Au- ference calls arranged with the AEA be considered carefully, since they represented from 2011’s budget. “I an appeal should un- Reduce the long-term thority in Union Beach as being and other members where personnel may be precedent setting. He expects don’t see any problem in meeting it, derstand that he/she expenses associated “hit while hot” by the surge. Most from various plants could share their generator applications to increase in because we don’t have any parties or must prove that his/her with your home . . . All engineering facilities use refractory expertise and resources. Mr. Meehan 2013, due to residents’ experiences outside meetings,” she said. assessed value is legally with lowered taxes. brick as a heat resistant lining. These said during some of these calls some with Hurricanes Irene and Sandy. She did anticipate a challenge in “unreasonable.” With a Tax appeals must be bricks can withstand great heat, but of the participants sounded like they Mayor Colleen Mahr, a member of completing work on the South Av- successful tax appeal, filed by April 1. For sudden cooling can cause them, like were nearly in tears. the board, asked Mr. Sullivan to sub- enue corridor; however, since that is your lowered tax as- more information glass, to shatter. Ms. Gallos indi- Both Mr. Meehan and Mr. Valent mit discussion of relevant ordinances not included in the budget. sessment will be frozen James M. Foerst about tax appeals, visit cated that the incinerator would re- commented that the discharge from for the Fanwood council’s February Finally, Ms. Hoynes announced that for three years, which www.spectorfoerst.com quire substantial reconstruction. RVSA’s plant actually results in a agenda. Mr. Sullivan then offered a the hearing that had been on the night’s can amount to a con- or get started with a RVSA has been aiding other area cleaner Rahway River. Their plant, report comparing 2011 and 2012 zon- schedule for a temporary cell tower siderable amount of savings. free consultation and review by call- authorities, and will likely continue though some treatment was lost due ing statistics. application from Sprint and Cingular The best way to succeed in appeal- ing James M. Foerst at (973) 258- to do so for some considerable pe- to the storm, is now operating nor- He found a 21-percent uptick in would be carried to Wednesday, Feb- ing your taxes is to present your claim 9200. riod of time. It has been doing lab mally. They said, with some ap- field visits by planning board mem- ruary 27. 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Peyton's County Freeholders Make Peek at the Week 2013 Appointments In Politics COUNTY — The Union County Advisory Committee: Ralph Salermo Board of Chosen Freeholders made the (business community); Runnells Spe- By Paul Peyton of The Leader/Times following appointments at the board’s cialized Hospital Advisory Board: Sweeney, Codey Opt Not to Seek evening in his Mercedes Benz, ac- January 6 reorganization meeting. Diane Murray. Dem Nomination for Governor cording to a Star-Ledger report. Official newspapers for legal no- Union County Improvement Au- State Senate President Stephen This the second time the freeholder tices: Gannett N.J. Newspaper, El thority commissioners: Joseph Sweeney (D-3, Gloucester) and Sen. has had run-in with violence. He Especialito, LaVoz, Vistaso Hispano, Miskiewicz, four-year term; and Com- Richard Codey (D-27, Roseland) was having breakfast in September LLC, Westfield Leader, Worrall Com- missioners Cherron Rountree and both announced that they will not at a West Ward, Newark, eatery when munity Newspapers, Inc., Star-Led- Samuel McGhee, five-year terms (all be candidates for the Democratic gunfire broke out, killing a 39-year- ger and NJN Publishing. reappointments); Union County Utili- Party nomination for governor. old and injuring two others, includ- Robert Barry, reappointed to three- ties Authority: reappointment of Ed- Their announcements follow that ing the restaurant’s 81-year-old year term as county counsel; Suplee, ward Kahn (delegate) to five-year term. of Newark Mayor Cory Booker who owner. Freeholder Johnson was not Clooney & Company of Westfield, to Union County Emergency Manage- is instead eying the U.S. Senate seat injured in that incincent, the news- provide statutory audits of county; ment Council: County Manager Alfred held by Frank Lautenberg. paper reported. Rogut McCarthy, LLC, of Cranford, Faella, Public Safety Director Andrew Sen. Codey served as an acting Mary Jo White Nominated to provide specialized counsel ser- Moran, Office of Emergency Man- governor for 14 months in 2004 and By President to Head SEC vices in connection with the issuance agement Coordinator Christopher FACE TO FACE MEETING…Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th) recently visited of bonds or notes, and Manuel R. Scaturo, Union County Police Chief 2005 following the resignation of Mary Jo White, a former U.S. Attor- Facebook’s Washington, D.C. office. As vice-chairman of the Commerce, Manu- Governor James McGreevey. The ney in Manhattan, was nominated last facturing and Trade Subcommittee, Mr. Lance met with Facebook staff to discuss Grova, to serve as special counsel to Daniel Vaniska (police coordinator), Daily Record reported that Sen. week by President Barack Obama to federal issues impacting job creation in the high-tech industry and Congressional the Union County Planning Board in Lathey Wirkus (fire coordinator), Sweeney instead will focus on keep- head the Securities and Exchange Com- oversight of privacy and regulation to help companies like Facebook stay an amount not to exceed $5,000. Gareth Williams (EMS coordinator), ing the Legislature in Democratic mission (SEC). As a U.S. Attorney, Ms. innovative and successful. He also met with Kelsey Lee of Westfield who is Personnel law firms: Bauch, Sebastian D’Elia (public information hands. Democrats have a 33-17 ma- White prosecuted the terrorists respon- currently interning at Facebook. Kelsey, a Westfield High School graduate, is a Zucker, Hatfield, of Springfield, to officer), Union County Prosecutor jority in the Senate and a 48-32 edge sible for the 1993 bombing of the World student at American University and the daughter of Peter and Gin Lee. serve as labor and personnel counsel Theodore Romankow, Union County in the Assembly. Trade Center and the 1998 bombings for one-year in an amount not to Sheriff Ralph Froehlich, Joseph State Sen. Barbara Buono (D-18, of U.S. embassies in Africa. exceed $125,000; Ruderman & Graziano (public works), Lester Jones Metuchen) is the only official Demo- More recently, she defended former Tansey Grand Marshal Glickman of Springfield to serve as (health officer), Michael Prasad cratic candidate thus far to seek to Bank of America CEO Ken Lewis personnel counsel for one-year in an (American Red Cross), Union County unseat Republican Governor Chris after former New York Attorney Gen- amount not to exceed $50,000; Roth Engineer Thomas Mineo (damage Christie. She will formally kick off eral Andrew Cuomo charged the bank For St. Patrick’s Parade D’Aquanni of Springfield to serve as assessment), and Salena Carroll (do- her campaign for governor this Sat- with fraud for failing to disclose bil- UNION — The 2013 Union County born and raised in the heart of personnel counsel for one year in an mestic preparedness). urday, February 2, at New Brunswick lions of dollars worth of bonuses paid Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Commit- Connaught in the west of Ireland. amount not to exceed $75,000. Union County Fire Services Advi- High School. to Merrill Lynch executives. tee named Jim Tansey as grand mar- “Irish eyes will be shining down on Weber Dowd Law of Woodland Park sory Board: Elizabeth Fire Chief Tom Obama 2008 Campaign Fined Roselle Mayor, Council Vote shal of the 17th Annual Union County us from heaven as we march,” he to provide credit and collections ser- McNamara, Union County Volunteer $375,000 for Violations Themselves 66 Percent Raises Saint Patrick’s Day Parade to take added. vices to Runnells Specialized Hospital; Fire Chief Anthony Padavano, Union The Federal Election Commis- Roselle Jamel Holley mayor and place on Saturday, March 16, on Grand Marshal Tansey will share SMG of Jersey City to provide paid County Fire Chief Joseph Houch, sion (FEC) has levied a $375,000 borough council members earlier this Morris Avenue in Union. parade day with his children in a communication services to for one year OEM Coordinator Christopher fine against President Barack month voted themselves 66 percent Mr. Tansey, the supervisor of the celebration of their Irish heritage. He in an amount not to exceed $100,000. Scaturo, Union Township Fire Chief Obama’s 2008 campaign for report- raises, The Star-Ledger has reported. special prosecutions unit in the Union said he is looking forward to march- New Jersey Association of Coun- Fred Fretz, Union County Fire Pre- ing violations during the final days The borough’s six council mem- County Prosecutor’s Office, has been ing with daughters Bridget and Grace, ties representatives: Freeholder An- vention Association President Joseph of the campaign, MSN News has bers raise their annual salaries from involved with the Union County St. and his son Owen. Bridget will serve gel Estrada (delegate), Freeholder Moschello, Union County Fire Chiefs reported. $9,012 to $15,000, and the mayor’s Patrick’s Day Parade for many years, as his chief of staff, and Owen and Bette Jane Kowalski (alternate), and Association President Paul Malool, The fines are said to be among the from about $12,000 to $20,000. The and has served as a trustee and a Grace as Grand Marshal aides. County Manager Alfred Faella (sec- Union County Hazmat Chief Will- largest ever levied on a presidential governing body had not received division adjutant. The Grand Marshal is also a bag- ond alternate). iam Kane, Gary Steitz (Union County campaign by the FEC and stem from raises in at least 10 years, The Led- “On parade day I will be celebrat- piper with the Essex County Emerald Meadowlinks representative: Free- Arson Unit), Union County Fire a series of missing filings for nearly ger reported. The mayor said the ing my heritage and my family,” Society Pipes and Drums who will be holder Angel Estrada (delegate) and Free- Academy Dean Paul Modrak, Kristen 1,200 contributions totaling nearly salary increase would help cover Grand Marshal Tansey said. “I will marching down Morris Avenue in holder Christopher Hudak (alternate). Von St. Paul (secretary), Lathey $1.9 million. An Obama campaign council members out-of-pocket ex- be marching in honor and in the Union. North Jersey Transportation Plan- Wirkus (mutual aid coordinator), and spokeswoman said the 2008 campaign penses at municipal and other gov- memory of the deceased members of The parade will start at 1 p.m. ning Authority representatives: Free- Union County Fire Training Com- had more than three million donors. erning and constituent functions. my family who were all proud Irish sharp. For more information, visit holder Angel Estrada (delegate) and mittee Chairman Henry Sisbarro. Essex County Freeholder “We work very hard at what we Americans.” www.unioncountystpatricksdayparade.com. Freeholder Chris Hudak (alternate). Workforce Investment Advisory Carjacked in Newark do,” Mayor Jamel Holley told the A native of the Vailsburg section of Winning Strategies Washington/ Board: three-year term, Ray Wuretz; Second-term Essex County Free- paper. “The voters Newark, Mr. Tansey traces his Irish Hoboken Strategies Group, of Wash- Mental Health Advisory Board: three- holder Rufus Johnson of Newark was of my town know we work hard each roots to Counties Roscommon and www.goleader.com ington, D.C., to provide services for year term, Dr. Vasudev Makhija; carjacked at gunpoint Saturday and every day.” Mayo. All of his grandparents were comprehensive federal government Construction Board of Appeals: three- relations and lobbying services in the year term, Don Moser (engineer), amount of $150,000. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 31, 2013 Page 3 Legislation Would Require Direct Deposit for State Worker Checks TRENTON – Legislation to save “It’s the 21st century and it’s time more than a half-million dollars per the state of New Jersey began acting year by modernizing the state’s pay- like it,” said Assemblyman Ruben J. roll system received final legislative Ramos Jr. (D-33, Hoboken), one of approval Monday and now heads to the bills sponsors. “There’s no excuse the governor’s desk. By fiscal year as to why the state insists on physi- 2015, the plan could save an esti- cally mailing pay stubs that are sealed mated $540,000 per year in an envelope, printed on paper, The bill (A-720) would require di- stamped and labeled. This is a recur- rect deposit for all state employee ring administrative cost that the state compensation on and after July 1, incurs for thousands of employees.” 2014, and allow counties and county The bill would allow a state, a colleges, municipalities, school boards county, a county college, a munici- to opt for mandatory direct deposit for pality or a school district to grant an RUNNELLS GOES SOLAR…Union County Freeholder Vernell Wright all employee compensation on or af- exemption from the direct deposit LUCK OF THE IRISH..Union County Freeholder Chairwoman Linda Carter, cuts the ribbon officially opening WattLots LLC “Power Arbor” parking ter that date. Sponsors of the legisla- requirement on such terms and con- Vice-Chairman Christopher Hudak and Freeholder Bette Jane Kowalski lot system at Runnells Specialized Hospital in Berkeley Heights. She is present a check from the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders to the tion said the bill would eliminate ad- ditions as they may deem necessary, 2013 Union County St. Patrick’s Day Parade General Chairwoman Kelly joined by state Senator Tom Kean, Jr. (R-21, Westfield), right, and, from ministrative costs associated with and specifically exempt seasonal or left, Watt Lots Director of Business Development Chris Connor, Maor Anne Scanlon, Adjutant Harry Capko and Grand Marshal Jim Tansey Segal of EMSA Solar and WattLots President William E.S. Kaufman. It is mailing pay stubs to employees by temporary employees from the direct during the parade committee’s Celebrity Bartenders fundraiser at the anticipated that the solar installation will save the hospital $1.7 million in requiring that all pay information now deposit requirement. Kenilworth Veterans Center on January 26. The 2013 parade steps off at 1 energy costs. be available online via the employee’s The bill was approved 33-1 by the p.m. on Saturday, March 16, on Morris Avenue in Union. The parade has assigned e-mail address. Senate and 74-0 by the Assembly. been a tradition in the county since 1997. Group to Hold Meeting Store Open To Discuss Gun Control Sunday WESTFIELD – New Jersey Wines & Spirits Residents for Action, a grassroots 333 South Ave. East , Westfield, NJ • (908) 232-8700 residential group formed follow- VISIT OUR The items Prices effective through ing the Newtown, Conn., mass TEMPERATURE Tuesday Feb. 5, 2013. below are Many items are in short supply, CONTROLLED shootings that killed 26 including Sunrise Cellars on Sale! please shop early. 20 first graders, will hold a public the Wine Department at WINE CELLAR meeting on Wednesday, February ShopRite Wines and Spirits of Westfield Debit 6, at 7:30 p.m. at the First Congre- Cards gational Church of Westfield, 125 Elmer Street. 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A malicious person Generator Gate, Bid Rigging, Westfield 4. A crossbow of the middle ages throughout 2013. In the meantime, CARAPACE 1. Turned up at the tip like a pug nose How Can We As a Nation Celebrate 2. Carefree, feeling relaxed Failures That Plague Society 3. Bristly hairs on the porcupine Roe V. Wade Supreme Court Ruling? 4. The upper shell of a turtle, crab, etc. Over the last few years, there has been a lot of news fine of up to $15,000. FULIGINOSITY on the ethical lapses of some government workers as In 2011, the Union County Prosecutor’s Office Millions of United States citizens nancy. It is a mistake that may cause 1. Unhealthfulness; unwholesomeness never had a chance at life. Millions of our hearts to falter. It is a mistake that 2. The act of making blind well as a lack leadership from those in senior gov- found the 2010 Union Country MusicFest, which beautiful babies – white, black, asian may require us to alter the course and 3. Sootiness; smokiness ernment positions. cost $1.1 million to run, was “poorly executed.” – never had a chance to see the light direction of our life. But isn’t that the 4. Temporary loss of memory of one’s The Union County Prosecutor’s Office has been They found there was a “lack of records” on expen- of day shine upon their precious faces. beauty of the human spirit? We are surroundings investigating allegations that generators were taken ditures from This Is It! Concept and Event Produc- Instead, they fell victim to the law, resilient. Our plans can be altered RAFFISH home for personal use by county employees during tion (TIIP), which managed and produced MusicFest Roe v. Wade, robbing them of their and the course and direction of our 1. Disgraceful; cheap 2. Confused; puzzled Hurricane Sandy when much of the county was in — and the Union County Performing Arts Center rightful destiny. life can change. And what we once 3. Fatigued; exhausted the dark. (UCPAC), which booked most of the talent except There are no mistakes when cre- perceived as a mistake, God instead 4. Fussy, petty This follows an investigation by the Union County the headliners. The prosecutor’s office did not find, ation is at hand. God does not make tells us is a gift. Each baby is a pre- Police Department into missing equipment from the though, that criminal charges were warranted. mistakes. A baby is never a mistake. cious gift from him and each life does See more letters on page 5 county parks department. According to a Star-Led- There also is the recent case of ex-Westfield Board A baby is a miracle, a gift . The Bible matter. says, “Sons are a heritage from the How can we as a nation celebrate a Letters to ger article in the summer of 2012, Patrick J. Scanlon, of Education business administrator Robert Berman, Lord, children a reward from him.” court ruling that so blatantly disre- Jr., the stepson of now former Freeholder Deborah who pleaded guilty to taking part in a bid-rigging He is the giver of life and He alone gards the sanctiny of human life and the Editor Scanlon, was among those employees questioned as scheme involving the district’s engineer and outside must decide when that life is to be how can we as a nation allow this to part of the investigation. The paper reported that Mr. vendors. Mr. Berman was charged with second- terminated. It is not our choice. We continue? Each life needs to be val- WF Misguided In Scanlon resigned his county job just days after the degree bribery for accepting over $13,000 worth of cannot choose to terminate another ued as the special gift it is from God. Naming School After county police began their investigation. We have yet windows and doors installed at his home by a vendor life. We must value each person – It is a time to speak out and choose to to hear if the county police determined if there was in return for recommending that the Westfield BOE each life – as the marvelous gift it is honor life! Thomas Edison any wrongdoing in the case. appoint the company as the district’s contractor. from God. We must leave the deci- Judy Baker It strikes me as misguided that a The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office has These examples unfortunately are a microcosm of sions of life and death to him. Lakewood Westfield middle school takes the There is, however, the mistake we (formerly of Westfield) name of Thomas Edison, a world- brought charges against a civilian employee of the the ethical failures that plague society, business and humans make of unplanned preg- State Police who allegedly used her position to government upward through state and federal levels. class inventor and unrequited, bla- garner a generator from two out-of-state contrac- Whether it’s the Secret Service in Columbia, the The Westfield Leader Has Chosen to tant anti-semite. tors, which she gave to a relative who then sold it to State Department in Benghazi or a local Generator Edison is known, along with his friend Henry Ford, to have harbored someone else for a profit. That case is headed to a Gate, when there is no top down leadership, failed Be A Constant Severe Critic of RVSA the most iniquitous views of Jews, state grand jury where the employee, Marcella Fried- standards – no insistence or examples for ethical The Rahway Valley Sewerage Au- completely up and running. We have blaming them, as did the obsessed, man, faces three to five years in state prison and a behavior, what do we expect the little guys to do? thority (RVSA) serves Westfield and all read about areas in Nassau and fanatically anti-semitic Ford, for 10 other communities. About 12 or Suffolk Counties on Long Island many of the worst ills of the world. 13 years ago, the RVSA was sued by which were also flooded and resulted The town could do better to honor Stop & Shop Improvement: the NJDEP [New Jersey Department in raw sewage backing up into thou- itself, and its Jewish population, by of Environmental Protection], and sands of homes. choosing a good, if not great, human the Court ruled that the RVSA was The successful and continued op- being to represent its school. Edison Positive, Necessary for Westfield mandated to increase its sewage ca- eration of the RVSA during Sandy was neither. pacity from about 63 million gallons would not have been possible with- Steve Becker This Monday, February 4, the Westfield Planning Back in the 1990s Mayfair Super Markets, which a day (MGD) to 105 MGD which out the major expansion and the never- Westfield Board is scheduled to hear the application of Stop & owned the store then called Foodtown, provided required the RVSA to make massive ending work of the RVSA’s senior Shop of Westfield to expand and improve its Elm funding to Reilly Oldsmobile to oppose Village changes to its then existing facilities. staff and all of its personnel who More News Street supermarket. As we said two years ago, this Supermarkets’ plan to build a large ShopRite on The RVSA had no choice but to pro- came in during Sandy and worked application is a real positive for Westfield. The North Avenue in Westfield on the border with ceed to comply with the Court’s di- and stayed three to four days con- The Red Cross rective and the only way this could be tinuously. Planning Board will ensure that the details are made Garwood. Mayfair paid Reilly because the car deal- accomplished was to implement the The Westfield Leader printed a small Facts on Sandy right. ership was within 200 feet of the proposed location largest expansion program that the article about backup generators hav- The Red Cross is focusing its ini- Stop & Shop purchased two adjacent buildings a and thus had legal standing to oppose the applica- authority had ever undertaken. The ing saved the RVSA, but not much tial recovery assistance on an esti- few years ago for over $6 million. They intend to tion. Many residents were whipped into a frenzy, RVSA then proceeded to implement more. I have asked The Westfield mated 9,000 families whose houses demolish the buildings in order to expand their believing the traffic would destroy the neighbor- this large expansion program and also Leader to review its previous state- were heavily damaged or destroyed. customer parking. When the market appeared be- hood. After much hoopla, the ShopRite was moved added installation of a cogeneration ment implying that RVSA wasted all The Red Cross is providing resources fore the Westfield Board of Adjustment in 2010, out of town, next door to the original proposed (cogen) facility and other capital that money without much benefit to to either repair their homes or help Stop & Shop representatives said they wanted to location — in Garwood! projects. the taxpayers and issue a correction; them move into longer-term hous- relocate the food preparation area to the basement We hope Village Supermarkets, which owns and The total cost, which the RVSA however, it has refused to do so. ing. and to sell items outside in an effort to create more operates the Garwood ShopRite on North Avenue, spent was about $200 million, and The RVSA communities are fortu- For the next several months, a big about $140 Million of that was spent nate in having a major, modern, up- part of the Red Cross recovery effort selling space on the main floor. They also plan to does not to try the same thing as did Mayfair – use to increase the plant’s capacity and to-date sewerage plant and the mon- will be working one-on-one with enhance lighting and signage. legal muscle to impede Stop & Shop improvements. the rest was spent on cogen and other eys were well spent and worthwhile families who need some extra help We believe improvements to this store are neces- Business is booming at the Garwood ShopRite to capital projects. The expansion has for its expansion and improvements. making recovery plans and access- sary and are anxious to hear Stop & Shop’s final, the point that customers often have trouble finding been completed. However, because The money was not wasted. Without ing available resources. Some need approved plans. parking spaces. Isn’t there plenty of demand in the of issues arising out of the design and these improvements, our 11 towns help finding child care, or under- Battles over supermarkets are not uncommon. area to support two supermarkets? construction of the COGEN facility, likely would have seen the same hor- standing insurance paperwork. Case RVSA has been forced to engage in rific events of spilling of hundreds of workers will help guide them through litigation with the very parties who million gallons of raw sewage into the recovery process. were instrumental in first designing the surrounding area and environ- The Red Cross has deployed 16,800 and constructing that facility. ment as we have seen in some of the disaster workers in the past three Instead of looking at the real facts surrounding areas, costing hundreds months to help those affected by behind these expenditures, The of millions of dollars to clean up. Sandy. More than 1,000 Red Cross Westfield Leader has chosen to be a If there is “grant money” available workers remain on the scene, provid- constant severe critic of the RVSA. In for sewerage plants to increase their ing food, water and emotional sup- their editorials of March 15 and May sewage capacity, the public should port to people in need. 17, 2012, their editorials stated, “The rest assured that the RVSA will be Since Sandy made landfall, the Red Money Is Gone And The Only Thing doing everything possible to see Cross has: Served more than 11 mil- Left Is to Pay The Bill.” The Westfield whether any of that grant money is lion meals and snacks; Distributed Leader implied that the RVSA had available for the benefit of our com- more than 6.9 million relief items wasted all the money without much munities so that we can retrieve some like blankets and cleaning supplies; benefit to the taxpayers and said the or all of the moneys we have already Provided more than 109,000 health RVSA had “bungled” its responsi- spent. When we embarked on our and mental health contacts for those bilities. plant expansion program, we looked affected, many of whom lost every- The Westfield Leader should look everywhere for grant money, includ- thing they owned during the storm; at the facts. All of New Jersey just ing the offices of our senior United Provided nearly half (81,000) of the experienced the worst storms in our States Senator. However, none was total 163,000 shelter stays by a range generation and any generation. We available. of groups. were confronted with Hurricanes I believe that The Westfield Leader The Red Cross has received $254 Irene and Sandy. Despite those enor- has been very unfair with its extreme million in donations and pledges for mous storms and their ramifications criticism of the RVSA. Sandy. By January 31, the Red Cross for the people of this state, the RVSA The Leader has been virtually si- will have spent or made commit- was able satisfactorily to handle flows lent about the satisfactory and suc- ments to spend an estimated $145 of about 125 MGD without any ma- cessful continuous operation of the million, and the remaining Sandy jor incidents. In addition to the plant RVSA during Sandy. Perhaps good donations will be used to help indi- expansion, we also increased the el- news does not sell newspapers. Of all viduals and communities affected by evation of our berms around the plant household utilities, including elec- this storm with their long-term needs. by about 10 feet, thus preventing the tric, gas, heat, water, garbage, cable This spending represents both direct RVSA from being flooded as a result TV, telephone, Internet, etc., our sew- services and support provided to other of those two devastating storms. Fur- age costs are the lowest. agencies. thermore, the backup generators in- Allen Chin More information on the Red Cross stalled as a part of the cogen project Westfield RVSA Commissioner work on the Sandy emergency relief helped to supply electrical power to and recovery can be found at the RVSA facilities during Hurricane Editor’s Note: We understand the www.redcross.org/sandy-response. State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District Sandy, not withstanding the loss of new management and staff are doing Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Leonard Lance (R) external electrical power. a fine job at RSVA. It’s good to hear Union County Freeholders 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 The RVSA survived Sandy with- good news. We reported this and we Elizabeth, New Jersey Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 518-7733 will continue to report what we hear. (908) 527-4200 out major incident; however, sur- Al Faella, Mgr. [email protected] (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford rounding sewerage authorities and Unfortunately, in the last decade, Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) are in the 7th Congressional District] good news was not what we could Linda Carter, chair 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. communities were not as fortunate. [email protected] Newspaper reports reveal that both report. Tens of millions of dollars are Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 12th Congressional District being litigated and millions of foren- (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 Rep. Rush Holt (D) the Middlesex County Utility Au- Deadlines Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) 50 Washington Rd., West Windsor, N.J. 08550 thority and the Passaic Valley Sewer- sic accounting and legal fees are being spent. The cogen is mothballed. General News - Friday 4pm 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. (609) 750-9365 age Commission were entirely Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [Fanwood, Plainfield and most of Scotch Plains flooded, resulting in hundreds of The archives of our reports are are in the 12th Congressional District] available at www.goleader.com. Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 millions of gallons of untreated raw Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm LD-21 includes Westfield, LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, [email protected], [email protected] sewage flowing into the environment There are many articles. Mountainside, Garwood, Fanwood, Plainfield, Clark and [email protected], [email protected] We look forward to good reports in For more information, see and surrounding areas. In the case of www.goleader.com/help Summit and Cranford. Linden. [email protected], [email protected] Passaic Valley, that facility is still not the future. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 31, 2013 Page 5 Letters to the Editor Driving At The Speed of Light Does U.S. Senate Passes Hurricane Sandy Not Really Get You There Any Faster Disaster Aid Bill on Monday Getting from here to there is not a ing on the right, speeding up when TRENTON – New Jersey Gov- importance in rebuilding our battered With Your help, We Will Preserve problem for the tailgater and the non another motorist is in the process of ernor Chris Christie, New York infrastructure and getting our mil- yielder and the non stopper and the making a turn, or cursing the motor- Governor Andrew Cuomo and Con- lions of affected residents back on Legacy of Vietnam Vets’ Memorial speeder! They simply do not obey the ist who is not going fast enough for necticut Governor Dannel Malloy their feet as quickly as possible. To I would like to remind New Jersey dation to update displays, bring guest traffic laws and regulations. The pub- them! released the following statement all Americans, we are grateful for residents that they can direct a por- lecturers, exhibitions and educational lic roads are to them their private We know that the speed of light is regarding the Senate’s passage their willingness to come to our aid as tion of their New Jersey tax return to programs to the Museum and Educa- preserve to do with as they wish re- 186,282 miles per second. Is it con- Monday of the disaster relief pack- we take on the monumental task of the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ tional Center and host special events gardless of the consequences. ceivable that these individuals would age: rebuilding and we pledge to do the Memorial Foundation by checking dedicated to New Jersey veterans. As Perhaps they feel short changed even wish to outrun the speed of light? “Our genuine thanks and gratitude same should our fellow citizens find line 61 and designating the amount a result, the Foundation has become because they cannot attach jet en- Ironically, with all these infrac- goes out to the U.S. Senate for its themselves facing unexpected and they would like to contribute. The a trusted resource for remembering, gines to their motor vehicle. tions these individuals do not really thoughtful consideration and passage harsh devastation. Foundation oversees the New Jersey honoring and healing. Perhaps they would prefer if the only get there any faster than the rest of us of the Hurricane Sandy disaster relief “We also make special note of the Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial and The Vietnam Era Museum and motor vehicle on the road were theirs. who think that obeying the law is a package. Despite the difficult path in tenacious efforts of our respective Vietnam Era Museum and Educa- Educational Center is located adja- So they make do with driving within very, very good idea! getting to this moment, the Senate Congressional delegations in steer- tional Center in Holmdel, the only cent to the New Jersey Vietnam Vet- inches of the motor vehicle in front of Stephen Schoeman membership clearly recognized early ing the Sandy aid package through museum of its kind in the USA. erans’ Memorial off the Garden State them, honking their brains out, pass- Westfield on the urgency and necessity of ap- their respective houses and bringing As a not-for-profit organization, Parkway at exit 116. The Museum proving the full aid package and its this aid home to their people.” the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ and Educational Center are open Memorial Foundation relies on con- Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to Legislation Establishes 2014 NJ tributions from people to support its 4 p.m. For information on the New Minimum Wage Bill Gets Conditional efforts to encourage and foster a thor- Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Special Olympics ‘Home Team’ Fund ough understanding of the Vietnam and Vietnam Era Museum and Edu- TRENTON – Acting Governor Kim School, and other public and private Veto by Gov., Rightfully Says Sen.Kean era including the political, historical, cational Center, visit the website at Guadagno on Tuesday signed biparti- schools. TRENTON – Senate Republican increase or series of increases with social, cultural and military aspects www.njvvmf.org or call (732) 335- san legislation to support New Jersey The New Jersey Special Olympics Leader Tom Kean, Jr. (R- Westfield) the Governor and Republicans, help that affected the United States, and 0033. athletes participating in the 2014 Spe- “Home Team” will be comprised of issued the following statement on would be on the way for low wage especially New Jersey. With your help, we will preserve cial Olympics USA Games. The bill, S- athletes from throughout New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s conditional workers. Each year, more than 9,000 school the legacy and continue to honor those 1855, creates the “2014 NJ Special who will have qualified for selection veto of A-2162: “Unfortunately, in the throes of their children pass through the doors of who served and our active duty ser- Olympics Home Team Fund” within to the team through advancement in “The Governor has rightly rejected extended political temper tantrum, this the Vietnam Era Museum and Educa- vice men and women. the Department of Treasury and allows statewide competitions. The Special a partisan bill to set New Jersey’s bill wasn’t about doing the right thing. tional Center and visit the New Jer- Bill Linderman, Exec. Dir. state taxpayers to make voluntary con- Olympics expects 3,500 athletes, 1,000 minimum wage on auto pilot regard- Rather, it was about Democrats using sey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial. Pri- N.J. Vietnam Veterans’ tributions to the fund through their coaches and delegates, and 8,000 vol- less of the economic circumstances the legislative process to drive turnout vate contributions enable the Foun- Memorial Foundation 2012/2013 gross income tax returns. unteers to participate in the 2014 games or needs of job creators. The recom- for this year’s elections, long term New Jersey will host the 2014 with as many as 80,000 spectators mendations for changes made in his consequences to the state’s economy Martin Luther King Jr. Day: games from June 14 to 21, 2014 at anticipated to visit the Mercer/ veto statement are the reasonable and notwithstanding.” locations in the Greater Princeton/ Middlesex County region during the responsible way to increase the mini- To Reach Us Mercer County Area, including competition, bringing an estimated mum wage without telling New A Celebration of Service E-Mail - [email protected] Martin Luther King Day has long for a half day, it was inspiring to see Princeton University, Rider Univer- $50 million into the regional area. Jersey’s business community to, in been a holiday to celebrate the life of so many of them spend the rest of sity, The College of New Jersey, Senate President Stephen Sweeney effect, drop dead. Read the Archives one of the most influential leaders of their afternoon volunteering their ef- Mercer County Parks, The and Senate Minority Leader Tom “Had the Democrats bothered to Back to 1907 our time. While many of us enjoyed forts with multiple community orga- Lawrenceville School, The Hun Kean, Jr. sponsored the legislation. do the right thing and negotiate an www.goleader.com the long weekend, we must always nizations. As Dr. King once said, look back at the importance of this “Everybody can be great because holiday. This year I attended events in anybody can serve. You don’t need a LAW OFFICES OF OWEN BRAND Plainfield, Clark, Linden, Scotch college degree to serve. You don’t ML# 222999 Plains and Fanwood to reflect on the have to make your subject and verb ROBERT G. STAHL, LLC very ideals and values Dr. King brought agree. You only need a heart full of Your Hometown to this country half a century ago. grace. 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Mortgage Loans provided by ISB Mortgage Co, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of 908-789-3303 Investors Savings Bank and Licensed by the NJ Department of Banking Insurance. Page 6 Thursday, January 31, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION FCC Seeks Nominations Dave Brown to Kick Off For Marc Hardy Award 2013 Hale Speaker Series WESTFIELD – The First Congre- before he was to graduate from WESTFIELD – Westfield resident For a decade, Mr. Brown played gational Church of Westfield invites Westfield High School. He was a Dave Brown, a former National Foot- in the National Football League. nominations for the 2013 Marc Wesley National Merit Scholar and a gifted ball League player, will kick off the Drafted by the Giants in 1992, he Hardy Human Rights Award. Candi- singer and actor with an abiding in- 2013 Anne M. Hale Speaker Series was the team’s starting quarterback dates must be young people between terest in human rights. with a talk entitled from 1994 to 1997. He played the ages of 16 and 22, who live in Nominations must include de- “Quarterbacking – High for the Arizona Cardinals from Westfield or surrounding communi- tailed descriptions of the organiza- School to the Pros” on 1996 to 2001. ties, and who have distinguished them- tions and activities with which the Thursday, February 7, at 7 Mr. Brown now serves as selves in the area of human rights. candidate has been involved, as well p.m. at the Westfield Me- partner and co-head of the This award will be presented to a as concrete examples and stories morial Library, located at Private Capital Advisory person who has demonstrated the fol- that illustrate the criteria listed 550 East Broad Street. Group at Greenhill and Co., lowing qualities which were personi- above; the nominee’s résumé; one As a Westfield High New York City. fied by Marc Hardy: Openness and letter of support documenting the School student, Mr. Brown The Speaker Series, now be- friendliness to persons of all races, nominee’s contributions from a non- was team captain and Most ginning its sixth year, is named creeds and nationalities; involvement family member, and the name and Valuable Player of the foot- in honor of Anne M. Hale, who and leadership in organizations and contact information for up to two ball team, and was named Dave Brown died in 2007. She had been an activities committed to improving references. to the first team All Group 4 in active member of the community and a human relations; personal dignity; a Individuals are asked to: mail or 1987. He attended Duke University library patron. Funding for the series willingness to take risks for what he e-mail nominations to the First Con- on a full scholarship and led the comes from the Thomas Glasser Foun- or she believes is right; unqualified gregational Church of Westfield, 125 IN APPRECIATION…Westfield Memorial Library Board President Doug Stokes football team there to the Atlantic dation and the Lee and Anne Hale acceptance of others; respect for di- Elmer Street, Westfield, N.J. 07090 presents Library Assistant Barbara Chemidlin with a resolution thanking her for Coast Conference title in 1989, the Fund. The series is hosted by the Friends versity; personal integrity; caring and or to [email protected] by Friday, her 33 years of service at the library and to the community upon her retirement same year he played in the All- of Westfield Memorial Library. willingness to listen and the ability to March 22. For further information, at the January 24 board of trustees meeting. American Bowl. He holds several Others slated to speak this year lead by example. call the church office at (908) 233- passing records at Duke. include Dr. Margaret McMenamin, This award is named in honor of 2494 or Sharilyn Brown at (973) president of Union County College; Marc Hardy, a member of the First 376-4097. SAR Chapter Guest Speaker Ms. Willis to Read Martin Robins, former director of Congregational Church, who was the Voorhees Transportation Policy killed in a car accident in 1990, shortly Mountainside Seniors Caldecott Winner Institute at Rutgers University, and To Recall Pulaski’s Legion SCOTCH PLAINS – Michelle Big Band leader David Aaron. Rink Is Now Open Plan Valentine Lunch Willis, head of Children’s Services at Mr. Brown’s talk is open to the MOUNTAINSIDE – The Senior WESTFIELD – The West Fields public presentations and other events. the Scotch Plains Public Library, was public but pre-registration is re- At LaGrande Park Citizen Club of Mountainside will Chapter of the Sons of the American Uniforms, equipment, drill and tac- among those chosen to serve on the quired. To register, call the library FANWOOD – The Fanwood Rec- host its annual Valentine’s Day lun- Revolution will meet on Friday, Febru- tics have been researched in an attempt committee to select the 2013 at (908) 789-4090, extension 0, or reation Department has reopened the cheon at 12:15 p.m. on Thursday, ary 8, at 8 p.m. in the Community to accurately portray Pulaski’s Legion, Caldecott Medal for the most distin- access wmlnj.org and click on borough’s LaGrande Park rink. Hours February 14, at the Spanish Tavern Room of the Westfield Municipal Build- to commemorate the service of the guished American picture book for Online Calendar. are weekdays, 4 to 5:30 p.m.; week- Restaurant, located on Route 22, East, ing, located at 425 East Broad Street. soldiers and to educate the public about children published in 2012. ends, 1 to 5:30 p.m. in Mountainside. Guest speaker James Sieradzki will the Legion, the Revolutionary War and This Saturday, February 2, at 11 Hadassah Meeting The rink will be open only when The luncheon menu will consist of portray a lieutenant in one of the light American history in general. The unit a.m., the library will present a special weather conditions permit, and hours a choice of chicken, fish, beef or infantry companies of Count Casimir is a member of the Brigade of the story time in which Ms. Willis will To Address Wellness are subject to change. Admission is paella; soup of the day; coffee, tea, Pulaski. In 1986, Mr. Sieradzki began American Revolution, the oldest orga- read the Caldecott winner and honor WESTFIELD – The Westfield Chap- free. Skaters must bring their own soda, wine and sangria. A choice of to research the history of Count Pulaski nization dedicated to the authentic rec- books aloud. Children and adults who ter of Hadassah will hold a general skates. Ice skating is permitted only three desserts also will be included. and the unit he founded and com- reation of the common soldier of the attend the program can vote on which meeting on Monday, February 11, at when an attendant is on duty; all other The cost is $28 for members and manded, Pulaski’s Independent Le- Revolutionary War. Interested persons book they feel should have won. noon at Temple Emanu-El, located at times the rink gate will be locked. $30 for non-members. Checks should gion. Based on that research, as well are invited to visit PulaskiLegion.org. Advance registration is not required 756 East Broad Street in Westfield. Children age 9 and under must be be made payable to: the Senior Citi- as ongoing efforts, Pulaski’s Indepen- Mr. Sieradzki lives in New Jersey for this program. The meeting will include a health accompanied by a parent or guardian. zen Club of Mountainside. For fur- dent Legion has been recreated, and and is an attorney in private practice. The Caldecott went to “This Is Not and wellness program featuring two The rink is located near LaGrande ther information, call Eve Vitale at regularly attends and appears at battle He has previously spoken at the United My Hat,” written and illustrated by guest speakers. Darryl Freeman, a Avenue and Third Street in Fanwood. (908) 789-8568. All are welcome. reenactments and commemorations, States Military Academy, meetings of Jon Klassen. It is the story of an physical therapist associated with Gen- the Sons of the American Revolution, ambitious tiny fish that steals a hat esis HealthCare in Westfield, will speak Daughters of the American Revolu- from a much larger creature. about maintaining strength and vitality tion and other civic organizations. The Scotch Plains Public Library with exercise and specific activities. This meeting will be open to the is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one Following Mr. Freeman will be public. Light refreshments will be block from Park Avenue in the center Candace Steller, a Registered Nurse served. For more information, call of the township. Driving directions on the staff of Overlook Medical Cen- Ira Jersey, chapter president, at (908) and more information can be found ter. She will speak on “Tips for When 322-2143. on the library’s website, scotlib.org. 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All past, present and of Lourdes and the 13th anniver- future adorers and their families sary of its Perpetual Adoration are welcome to attend this Mass, Chapel on Saturday, February 9. which will be concelebrated by The Archbishop of Newark, Most Most Reverend Myers. Light din- Reverend John J. Myers, will join ner fare will follow in Pollard Hall. the celebration this year. If interested in attending or for The Adoration Chapel first opened further information, call the parish on February 11, 2000 and has re- office at (908) 232-1162. mained a place where the faithful Anyone interested in spending visit with the Blessed Sacrament 24 an hour in quiet prayer or medita- hours a day, seven days a week. Sched- tion is invited to volunteer an hour uled adorers always are present while each week as a regularly scheduled the Holy Eucharist is exposed. adorer. If each week is not possible, Hundreds of people from within individuals may alternate weeks the parish and other parishes de- with a partner. Scheduled adorers votedly keep their scheduled hour are always needed and always wel- every week. It is through their dedi- come. For information or to volun- MR. AND MRS. RUIZ cation and commitment that this teer, call chapel coordinator Irene Stephen J. Markowski and Ms. Kristen Conrad chapel has remained a success for Ciccarino at (732) 574-0064. 13 years, according to the parish. The small chapel, adjacent to WSL Shop to Begin Ms. Martta McGlynn the church sanctuary at 300 Cen- Stephen J. Markowski tral Avenue in Mountainside, is Dollar Day Sales open for anyone who wishes to visit with the Holy Eucharist and WESTFIELD – The Westfield Ser- Marries Osiel Ruiz spend some quiet time in prayer. It vice League’s Thrift Shop will hold To Wed Ms. Kristen Conrad Ms. Martta McGlynn and Osiel School, the bride holds a bachelor’s features a library of devotional lit- its annual End-of-Winter Dollar Day MaryAnne and Ed Markowski of Bachelor in Music Education de- Ruiz were married on Saturday, No- degree from Syracuse University erature for anyone to use while Sales beginning this Saturday, Feb- Westfield have announced the en- gree. vember 17, 2012, at the historic Inn and a master’s degree from Rutgers. visiting. ruary 2, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dollar gagement of their son, Stephen J. A 2006 graduate of Westfield at Millrace Pond in Hope, N.J. The She is employed at a financial firm Day Sales will continue on Tuesday, Markowski, to Ms. Kristen Conrad. High School, Mr. Markowski is a groom’s brother, Juan Carlos Ruiz, in New York City. AARP Meeting Set February 5, through Friday, Febru- She is the daughter of David and music teacher in the Westfield conducted the ceremony, with a The groom graduated from Pater- ary 8, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., while Karen Conrad of Maplewood, N.J. school system. Ms. Conrad is the blessing by Monsignor Mark son Catholic High School and he Monday Afternoon supplies last. On Tuesday, February Both the future bride and bride- choral director at Moorestown High Giordani. holds a bachelor’s degree from Wil- SCOTCH PLAINS – Westfield 12, the thrift shop shelves and racks groom graduated from the Mason School. The bride is the daughter of liam Paterson University. He works Area AARP Chapter No. 4137 will will be stocked with spring and sum- Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers Nuptials are planned for July of Michael and Liisa McGlynn of in television production as an edi- meet on Monday, February 4, at mer merchandise. University, where each received a 2013. Westfield, and the groom is the son tor. the Scotch Hills Country Club, lo- The thrift shop is located on the of Juan and Gloria Ruiz of Clifton. The newlyweds happily reside in cated at the intersection of first floor at 114 Elmer Street in A graduate of Westfield High Jersey City Heights. Plainfield Avenue and Jerusalem Westfield. Individuals are invited to The Law Offices Of Road in Scotch Plains. Meetings donate their gently used clothing and begin at 1 p.m. with the program of bric-a-brac to the shop. All donations Lisa M. Black, LLC Miller-Cory to Spotlight the day, followed by the business are tax-deductible. meeting, fellowship and refresh- The Westfield Service League is a 223 Elmer Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 ments. non-profit, volunteer organization. Raggedy Ann and Andy The program for this meeting All proceeds from the shop are do- 908-233-1803 will feature Melissa Companick, nated to local charities. Shop hours [email protected] WESTFIELD – Area residents are shop, which carries a variety of co- president and Chief Executive Of- are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through invited to spend “An Afternoon with lonial toys, crafts, books and educa- ficer of the Better Business Bureau Saturday, and Thursday until 6 p.m. Specializing in all aspects of Family Law, Adoptions, Raggedy Ann and Andy” this Sun- tional materials, also will be open. Speakers’ Bureau, located in Tren- For further information, call the thrift Estate Planning, Real Estate Sales and Purchases day, February 3, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Admission will be $3 for adults ton. She will explain the many shop at (908) 233-2530. the Miller-Cory House Museum, lo- and children age 13 and older, $2 functions of the bureau and field Call for a free consultation cated at 614 Mountain Avenue in for children ages 3 to 12, and free questions from chapter members Caregivers to Meet Westfield. for those under age 3. about scams and any other topics. The familiar faces of Raggedy Ann Upcoming Sunday programs at Dues of $10 may be paid at this Monday Evening and Andy have charmed generations the museum include “Vintage Val- meeting, which covers the year Sep- WESTFIELD – A support group The Family Law Department of of both children and adults. Visitors entines and Message in a Bottle” on tember 2012 to June 2013. The for those caring for elderly or chroni- Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. Presents will discover why these dolls have February 10; “Maple Sugar Sun- chapter continues to collect funds cally ill loved ones meets on the first become perennial favorites. This day” on March 3 and “To Bathe or and non-perishable food items to non-holiday Monday of each month program will include a presentation Not to Bathe – 18th Century Hy- be given to the Westfield Food Pan- at 7:30 p.m. in the parish center of St. on the history of Raggedy Ann and giene” on March 10. try, housed at the Holy Trinity Ro- Helen’s Roman Catholic Church on the book that created her; a display For more information, call (908) man Catholic Church on First Street Lamberts Mill Road in Westfield. of Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls and 232-1776 or e-mail in Westfield, which distributes to The next meeting will take place books and a children’s craft. Do- [email protected]. families in need throughout Union on February 4. These are information cents will be available to guide visi- Details on all programs also are posted County. Friends, potential members and sharing sessions. For more infor- tors through the fully furnished, on the museum’s Facebook page. The and non-members are always wel- mation, call Marilyn Ryan at (908) 18th-century farmhouse. The gift website is millercoryhouse.org. come to attend chapter meetings. 232-1214.

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FEBRUARY 2013 EVENTS AT THE WESTFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY 550 East Broad Street, Westfield 908.789.4090 www.wmlnj.org Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am - 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm Closed Monday, February 18 for Presidents Day

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS (Check website for all registration information) 2/8 1:30 pm Great Singers of Yesteryear (Lecture) 2/11 2 & 6:30 pm Foreign Film: “Carnage” 2/12 7:00 pm Cabaret Duo Castorina and Rose 2/15 1:30 pm TGIF! Ella Fitzgerald (video) 2/22 1:30 pm TGIF! Classic Movie: “Easy to Wed” 2/23 1:30 pm Backyard Gardening 2/25 10:00 am Computer Class: Advanced Word: 2/25 2 & 6:30 pm Foreign Film: “A Separation” 2/28 2:30 pm Computer Class: Beginning Word

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN (Check website for more programs & sign up info) 2/1 3:45 pm Chess Club for Kids (must know how to move pieces)

2/1, 8, 15 10:30 am Little Listeners’ Storytime (23 m’nths & younger) 2/5, 12 10:00 am Fun for 4’s and 5’s Storytime or 1:00 pm 2/6, 13 10:30 am Time for 3’s Storytime 2/6 3:45 pm LEGO K Club (kindergarten only) 2/7, 14 10:30 am 2’s on Thursday Storytime 2/15 3:45 pm Creative Dramatics (kindergarten and up) 2/24 2:00 pm Grupo ñ Spanish Language Storytime (0-6 yrs) Page 8 Thursday, January 31, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Barbara B. Lewis, 83, Avid Gardener; Lee M. Hale, Was Active In Westfield Involved In Church and Community – Obituaries – Government, Sports and Civic Groups Barbara B. Lewis, 83, of Westfield the late Herbert and Doris Cockburn Wallace E. Borchers, 89, Family Man; Lee M. Hale of Westfield, N.J. Westfield Thanksgiving game. His died peacefully on Monday, January Betham, Mrs. Lewis was a graduate died on Saturday, January 26, 2013, love of sports translated in numer- 28, 2013, at her residence. of Wells College, Aurora, N.Y. Army Paratrooper In World War II at Overlook Medical Center. Born ous contributions in town includ- Mrs. Lewis had been very active in She is survived by her loving hus- tion by President Harry Truman. In in 1924 and raised in Shippensburg, ing the founding of the Westfield the community and was an avid gar- band of nearly 60 years, George A. Wallace E. “Bud” Borchers of Pa., he was the son of Lee and Athletic Hall of Fame. He co- dener. A member of St. Paul’s Epis- Lewis; daughter, Amy B. Lewis of Westfield, N.J. died on Monday, Janu- addition to Corregidor, Wallace fought with the 503rd on the Philip- Blanche Hale. Although his father authored “The Coaching Edge: The copal Church, Mrs. Lewis was a Cranford; son, Peter W. Lewis, and ary 28, 2013, at the age of 89. died when Lee was only 8, his Gary Kehler Story” and was largely vestryperson and had served as the his wife, Kathi, of Hollis, N.H., and He was born on April 4, 1923 in pine islands of Leyte, Mindoro and Negros and on New mother, a local music teacher and responsible for the naming of the clerk of the church vestry. A lay eu- granddaughter, Jessica Lewis of Kansas City, Mo. and choir leader, raised him with a Gary Kehler Stadium. charistic minister, Barbara also was a Merrimack, N.H. later moved to La Guinea. After the war, in 1949, strong hand and a solid foundation Mr. Hale also was a member of member of the St. Paul’s Church Al- Barbara’s funeral services will be- Grange, Ill., where he in education. Echo Lake Country Club for over tar Guild for more than 35 years. gin at 11 a.m. on Monday, February 4, graduated from Lyons Wallace married his be- loved wife, Edna Devine, After finishing his freshman year 50 years, where he developed an Mrs. Lewis was a past volunteer at 2013, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Township High School. at Shippensburg State Teachers Col- ardent love for the game of golf and the Children’s Specialized Hospital, of Westfield, with interment to follow He attended the Univer- of Coalinga, Calif. and with her raised four chil- lege, Lee was able to transfer to the paddle tennis. Lee served on the Mountainside, and the Westfield Day in The Garth. sity of Alabama before University of Pennsyl- board of trustees and Care Center. She was a past board Memorial contributions in her joining the U.S. Army dren. He enjoyed a suc- cessful career in the food vania with the help of a as president. He member of the Garden Club of Westfield memory may be made to St. Paul’s Paratroops at the out- Pennsylvania Senato- authored two books on and the Youth and Family Counseling Church. break of World War II. industry, working in sev- eral Midwest cities be- rial Scholarship. World the history of the club Service. Mrs. Lewis also volunteered Arrangements are by Gray Funeral He served in the famed War II interrupted his to commemorate the with the Westfield Service League and Directors, Westfield, a Life Celebra- 503rd Regimental Com- fore finally settling in Westfield, N.J. in 1971. college career after two 90- and then 100-year ran the “TS” (Thrift Shop). Barbara tion Home. Please leave online bat Team, responsible for semesters at the anniversaries. Mr. Hale was a charter member of the Harding memories and condolences at the liberation of the Phil- Wallace E. Borchers Wallace was an avid sports buff and jazz fan, Wharton School of worked to bring both Street Bridge Club in Westfield. www.grayfuneralhomes.com. ippine island of Business and he was the Junior Boys and January 31, 2013 but most of all he enjoyed spending Born in Troy, N.Y., the daughter of Corregidor in what was considered sent almost immedi- Junior Girls National to be one of the most daring mili- time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Edna; four children, ately to the front lines Championships to tary operations in history. as a rifleman to the Echo Lake. On February 16, 1945, the 503rd Kathleen, James, Mary and Marga- ret; five grandchildren, Jeannie, Ardennes Forest in Bel- Lee believed that Mountainside Library Posts parachuted onto the island fortress – gium and the Battle of keeping downtown nicknamed “The Rock” – surprising Derek, Ben, Cecily and Jimmy, and his sister, Sarah Jane Quinn of the Bulge. He received Westfield vibrant was the 6,000 Japanese occupiers. On the Purple Heart for in- Lee M. Hale critical. He served for Activities For February March 2, 1945, after two weeks of Belmont, Calif. A private memorial service will be juries suffered there. many years with the MOUNTAINSIDE – The ing of La Traviata. brutal fighting, the island was re- After the war, Mr. Hale completed Downtown Westfield Corporation Mountainside Public Library, located Valentine Saturday will take place turned to General Douglas held at a later date. Wallace will be interred at Arlington National Cem- his education at Wharton and gradu- and brought Westfield to national on Constitution Plaza, has announced February 9 from 1 to 3 p.m. Children MacArthur, with fewer than 50 of the ated in 1947. He faced a choice of attention when it received the Great that programs will be available for all will have an opportunity to create a enemy surviving. The 503rd was etery in Arlington, Va. January 31, 2013 two companies to work for after American Main Street Award and ages during February. Children’s story homemade valentine to give some- awarded the Presidential Unit Cita- graduating: the prodigious US Steel the America in Bloom Awards. His times for three different age groups one they love. Interested persons are and, at the time, a little known phar- fundraising efforts enabled the will take place. Thirty-minute sessions asked to register by Wednesday, Feb- maceutical company called Merck. Westfield Historical Society to re- for cuddles, toddlers and preschoolers ruary 6, by calling (908) 233-0115 so He chose the latter and for the next store the Reeve History and Cul- are offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays that enough supplies are available. Library Concert Sunday 42 years played a part in taking tural Resource Center and estab- and Thursdays throughout the month. Overlook Medical Center will of- Merck to the Fortune 500 status it lished the Hall of Fame to com- For more details and to register a child, fer a bone density screening on Tues- would one day attain. He started in memorate Westfield citizens who call the library at (908) 233-0115. day, February 12, from 11 a.m. to To Feature Chinese Music accounting and retired in 1989 as make significant contributions. “Drug Free Weight Loss,” a dis- 12:30 p.m. The hospital’s commu- SCOTCH PLAINS – Area resi- CAME is open to all and new the assistant treasurer. For the past five years Lee en- cussion led by a local doctor, will nity health van will be in the library dents are invited to celebrate the members are welcome. Rehearsals It was at work that he met the joyed a loving relationship with be held this Saturday, February 2, parking lot. To reserve a time, call 1- “Year of the Serpent” with the Chi- are every Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m. woman who would become his wife, Nancy Trippe of Somers, N.Y., who from 11 a.m. to noon. It will focus (800) 247-9580. Drop-ins will be seen nese American Music Ensemble at the Willow Grove Presbyterian Anne Mason, who was a native of previously lived in Westfield. Her on losing and maintaining weight only if the schedule allows. There is (CAME), which will perform this Church, located at 1961 Raritan Cranford, N.J. They chose Westfield family became his extended family. naturally. To register, call (908) 233- a $10 fee for this service, cash or Sunday, February 3, from 2 to 3 p.m. Road in Scotch Plains. Matthew Lee as the town to call home and raise a Lee and Nancy enjoyed traveling, 0115. Admission will be free. check payable to Atlantic Health. at the Scotch Plains Public Library’s is the children’s conductor and Dr. family of three. Anne was a behind- sports, cultural arts and time with “Tuesday Night at the Movies” will “Destination: Panama,” an hour- “Sunday Sounds Concert Series.” Shuang Guo is the adult conductor. the-scenes support of Lee in his their friends and families. continue on February 5, 12, 19 and 26, long slideshow tour of this Central The CAME children and adult As part of its mission to intro- community work; whether it was He is survived by Nancy Trippe of from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Movies are American country led by a local choruses will perform songs from duce Chinese music to the general managing the household, typing Somers, N.Y.; his sister, Jean Miller; shown every Tuesday evening on the travel expert, will be held on Friday, different parts of China as well as public, CAME has sung at various manuscripts or together develop- daughter Catherine Hale and her hus- library’s big screen. Admission is free. February 22, from 11 a.m. to noon. songs that are from foreign lands venues, including the Jersey Gar- ing parking proposals for down- band, Karlis Viceps, of Taos, N.M.; For details, call (908) 233-0115 or On Saturday, February 23, from 1 to but translated into Chinese. Addi- den Mall, local libraries, senior citi- town Westfield. They celebrated 56 daughter Barbara Hale of Kinnelon, visit mountainsidelibrary.org for 2 p.m., the String Chamber Ensemble tionally, members of the Celadon zen centers, the First Baptist Church years of marriage before her death N.J.; son Thomas Hale of McLean, movie titles. of the New Jersey Intergenerational Youth, a Monmouth County-based of Westfield and the Willow Grove in 2007. Va.; his granddaughter, Jessica Ricker, The library’s opera festival will Orchestra, with first chair violinist cultural institution, will dance and Presbyterian Church. Lee made community support a and her partner, Chris Pienta, of Ja- continue on Friday, February 8, Marilyn Tepper, will present a concert. play Chinese instrumental music. For further information, contact priority in his life early on, taking maica Plain, Mass. from 1 to 3 p.m. with a DVD screen- Admission will be free. The concert will be open to the Anne Mary Fang at (908) 665-1635 on numerous roles in the many Mr. Hale established a lifelong public without charge. All ages are or [email protected], Lee sports, civic and financial organi- legacy of commitment to the com- welcome. No registration is re- Chang at (908) 578-6510 and zations in Westfield and beyond. munity, his friends and to his fam- quired. Seating will begin at 1:30 Johnny Wu at (908) 456-2870 or He served as a board member, of- ily, who will all miss him dearly. p.m. In the event of cancellation [email protected]. More in- ficer, president or director with A memorial service will be held Gray Funeral Homes due to inclement weather, illness or formation also is available on many organizations including the at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 9, other events, check the library’s Facebook and at cacanj.org. Westfield Area “Y,” the Westfield 2013, at The Presbyterian Church Since 1897 website, scotlib.org. The library is Boosters, Children’s Specialized in Westfield, 140 Mountain Avenue. located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one Hospital, the Westfield Foundation, A reception will follow at Echo block from Park Avenue, in the cen- Probitas Verus Honos Elizabeth General Hospital, The Lake Country Club, 515 Spring- ter of the township. Cancer Institute of New Jersey and field Avenue, Westfield. the United Fund. He served as a In lieu of flowers, the family re- St. Bartholomew Academy town councilman and was a strong quests donations to the Westfield supporter of the Westfield Republi- Foundation – Lee and Anne Hale The Catholic Academy can Party. Even up until his death Fund, P.O. Box 2295, Westfield, he was active in the Overlook Foun- N.J. 07091. The family will distrib- that makes a difference in your child’s life. dation, Westfield Historical Soci- ute these donations based on Lee’s ety, the Presbyterian Church burial wishes. grounds committee and Downtown January 31, 2013

Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in Westfield Corporation (aka Main 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. Street Westfield), to name a few. Clarification Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the Lee enjoyed playing basketball and being a sportswriter in high An obituary for Gladys Bornmann personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or cremation. school. He attended many New York that appeared in the January 24 edi- tion should have listed her name as Giants and Westfield football games, never missing a Plainfield- Gladys Elsie Crenning Bornmann. Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home New Student Registration 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 Tuesday, February 5, 2013 6:00-8:30 PM William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 Safe, Faith Filled Extended Care Middle States (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 Environment Programs Accredited LAWRENCE A. WOODRUFF

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Expand Your Mind through the Family Law 6th Annual Accredited Mediator Anne M. Hale Speaker Series Made possible by grants from The Thomas Glasser Foundation and The Anne and Lee Hale Fund

Hosted by the Friends of the Westfield Memorial Library 201 South Avenue E. Westfield Dave Brown Westfield native and former quarterback for 654-8885 the New York Giants and the Arizona Cardinals

“Quarterbacking—High School to the Pros”

Thursday, February 7 7:00 pm Westfield Memorial Library

Dr. Margaret McMenamin President, Union County College

“Westfield’s County College”

Wednesday, May 8 7:00 pm Westfield Memorial Library

Martin Robins Westfield resident and Director Emeritus of the Alan Voorhees Transportation Center, Rutgers University

“New York Direct”

Wednesday, September 11 7:00 pm Westfield Memorial Library

David Aaron Clarinetist, band leader and longtime performer at Downtown Westfield's Sweet Sounds Jazz Festival

“The Big Band Era— Glenn, Tommy, Jimmy, Benny”

Wednesday, November 6 7:00 pm Westfield Memorial Library

Open to the public. Pre-registration required. Register online at www.wmlnj.org and click on the Online Calendar or call 908.789.4090 ext. 0.

The Westfield Memorial Library 550 East Broad Street Westfield, NJ 07090 908.789.4090 www.wmlnj.org A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 31, 2013 Page 9 SP-F High School to Host Foundation Honors Deacon at Day of Percussion Feb. 9 UCESF Awards Reception SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD Jersey. STIRLING – The Union County His goal at Our Lady of — On Saturday, February 9, Scotch It is an entire day devoted to per- Educational Services Foundation Guadalupe is to focus on instilling Plains-Fanwood High School will cussion - by the students and for the (UCESF) announced that Deacon in the children and their parents a host its seventh annual Day of Per- students. It promises to provide an Joseph Caporaso, “Deacon Joe,” solid base of spiritual, moral, and cussion. experience of learning and entertain- will be the 2013 recipient of the social values. “I have tried to create Scotch Plains-Fanwood High ment for the percussion students as UCESF “Commitment to Educa- a ‘family school’ where children School is one of a select few high well as the general public. tion” Award to be presented at the can feel safe while keeping the schools in New Jersey to provide There will also be raffles, door Foundation’s Eighteenth Annual Catholic school tradition alive in an such an experience. This is an all day prizes and give-aways, music books, Awards Reception at The Primavera urban neighborhood which has lost event that will feature clinics and DVDs, other music related items and in Stirling, on Thursday, May 2. 13 out of 15 Catholic schools.” performances from renowned pro- refreshments for sale. Deacon Joe is Principal at Our OLGA’s focus on technology is re- fessional percussionists. Admissions 12 and up – $7; under Lady of Guadalupe Academy flected in their state of the art tech- Among the featured performers 12 – $5. All are welcome. (OLGA) in Elizabeth, a school fully nology lab jammed packed with 27 will be: Dennis Delucia - 11 a.m.; Pat For more information contact Jo- accredited by the Middle States As- Apple computers in addition to Petrillo - 12 noon; Dave Samuels - seph Reo at [email protected]; Charles sociation. He is also an ordained SmartBoards in every classrooms 2:30 p.m. and John Riley - 3:30 p.m. Jackson at [email protected]; deacon at both St. Genevieve’s and and iPads donated for every eighth There also will be performances John Gillick at [email protected]; St. Anthony’s churches, in Eliza- grade student. Deacon Joe is in- from many high school and middle Lucia Diaz-Romero at beth. He received Citizen of the vested in the learning of each and [email protected]. FEELING SAUCY…Roosevelt Intermediate School eighth-grade students will Year Award from UNICO in 2004 every student at OLGA. “We strive school ensembles from around New hold their second annual Spaghetti Dinner on Friday, February 8, at Roosevelt. Reserve advanced tickets for $10 by e-mailing [email protected] and was honored in 2006 with the to give each child the opportunity by Monday, February 4, for a seating at 5:30 or 7:15 p.m. Roosevelt students, Elizabeth Promise Scholarship to grow no matter what their level pictured, left to right, back row, are: Brooke Tepper, Victoria Knaul, Kyra Award. of expertise is.” Sullivan and Kelsey Moum. Pictured, left to right, front row, are: Katie Foley, After 30 years in the Elizabeth One interesting side note, Dea- Caroline Gilman and Paige Venturino. Public Schools, 23 of those years as con Joe Caporaso’s office was his a principal, Deacon Joe decided to kindergarten classroom when he dedicate the rest of his life to Catho- was a student at St. Anthony’s. He Westfield Students Honor lic education. When most people has truly returned home. are edging towards retirement, Dea- For more information regarding con Joe became invested in recreat- sponsorships, advertising in the ad MLK In Essays, Poetry, Art ing the nurturing, community cen- journal, and raffle tickets and/or WESTFIELD – The Martin Luther ity; Cindy Qiang, eighth grade, tered Catholic school experience attending the UCESF Eighteenth King, Jr. Association of Westfield Edison. he received as a child in Elizabeth. Annual Awards Reception contact once again invited students in the Elementary Schools Being diagnosed with lymphoma Marlene Boyea at (908) 233-9317, community to enter the annual Mar- Essays almost 10 years ago did not hinder ext. 266, email [email protected] tin Luther King, Jr. essay, poetry and First Place - Ashley Klein, fifth his mission at all. or go to www.ucesc.org. art contest. The theme for 2013 was grade, Jefferson Elementary School; the Power of Unity. Second Place - Stamati Angelides, The winners of the contest include: fifth grade, Wilson Elementary Intermediate Schools School; Third Place - Alex Weinberg, Essays fifth grade, Jefferson Elementary First Place - Sara Israel, eighth School and Honorable Mention - grade, Edison Intermediate School Luke Barry, fourth grade, Jefferson; (EIS); Second Place - Tomas Rios, Zachary Rever, fifth grade, Jefferson; CIVIL RIGHTS…Fourth-grade students from Franklin Elementary School in seventh grade, EIS; Third Place - Sophia Rossetti, fourth grade, Westfield spent the school day learning about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Olivia Hamilton, eighth grade EIS Franklin Elementary School. the civil rights movement on January 21. Pictured are fourth-grade students and and Honorable Mention - Sophia Poetry their teacher, Devon McGillis. DiIorio, eighth grade, Holy Trinity First Place - Jack Sumas, fourth Interparochial School grade, Franklin; Second Place - SPF Student Gov. to Poetry Michael Catania, fifth grade, Wilson; First Place - Emily Holtzman, Third Place - Isabella Sutton, fourth Host Senior Citizen Day eighth grade, EIS; Grace Venezia, grade, Washington and Honorable SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD – eighth grade, EIS; Second Place: - Mention - Colin Guinane, third grade, On Wednesday, March 13, the Scotch Zoe Rader, eighth grade, Roosevelt Tamaques Elementary School; Scranton Announces Plains-Fanwood High School’s Stu- Intermediate School; Third Place - Gillian Strout, third grade, Tamaques dent Government Association will host Michelle Ferrer, eighth grade, Holy and Rebecca Whang, fifth grade, Dean’s List Senior Citizens Day. The day goes Trinity and Honorable Mention - Franklin. SCRANTON, Pa. – The Univer- from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is open to Erica Cheung, eighth grade, EIS; Art sity of Scranton has announced its senior citizens from the Scotch Plains- Chloe Gordner, eighth grade, Edison; First Place - Isabelle Gauthier, third Dean’s List, which recognizes stu- Fanwood area. Ryan Moore, eighth grade, EIS; grade, Tamaques; Second Place - dents for academic excellence dur- A light breakfast and lunch will be Cindy Qiang, eighth grade, EIS; Macey Cullen, fourth grade, Wash- COMMITMENT TO EDUCATION...The Union County Educational Services ing the 2012 fall semester. A student served to all who attend. Activities Cameron Scalera, eighth grade, EIS. ington; Third Place - Dustin Paden, Foundation (UCESF) announced that Deacon Joseph Caporaso, above, will be must have a grade point average of will include bingo, a viewing of the Art fifth grade, Franklin and Third Place the 2013 recipient of the UCESF “Commitment to Education” Award to be 3.5 or better with a minimum number high school’s repertory theatre pro- First Place - Catie Gerlitz, seventh - Rachel Saxon, fifth grade, Franklin. presented at the Foundation’s Eighteenth Annual Awards Reception at The of credit hours to make the Dean’s duction, The Wedding Singer, and per- grade, Holy Trinity; Second Place - Primavera in Stirling on Thursday, May 2. List. formances by the Moonglowers jazz Kyle Dombroski, eighth grade, Lauren Carosi of Cranford is a band and Blue Diamond Step Squad. Roosevelt; Third Place - Jenny Boan, freshman psychology major. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN biggest events. We were looking for- Baldwin, Becky Zhang, Gwyn Devin Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ward to this meet since last year. It and Courtney Day touching first in Sarah Cronin, Ellie Reinhardt and was great for my senior year to beat the 200-medley relay in a time of Caroline Baldwin were three quar- them again. We knew they were a 1:50.06 and teammates Caroline Ba- ters of the foursome that touched first strong team again, and we knew they sil, Kathleen Bond, Erika Daniel and in the final event, 400-freestyle relay, would be out to get us. They were Diamontopolous touching third at on January 31, 2012 to earn the No 2 going to bring their best, which they 1:53.33. Westfield High School girls swim did. We too! We brought our best. We As they had in their meet just five team its first victory ever over then were ready to go, so going into this days earlier with Mount St. Mary, No. 1 ranked Immaculate Heart Acad- meet there was definitely a lot of Baldwin and Cronin each won a pair emy (IHA) with an 87-83 score. nerves but also a ton of excitement,” of individual events and swam on This time, the rankings were re- Reinhardt said. two winning relays, while Reinhardt versed, the tension was still high and “Last year was the first time in a won an individual event and swam on the drama played out but mostly mid- long time that we beat IHA, so we two winning relays. way through the meet until the 9-0 wanted to keep that going this year,” Cronin at 1:54.52 and Reinhardt at Lady Blue Devils caught fire after the Cronin said. 1:55.39 touched 1-2 in the 200-free 500-freestyle and glided to a 95-75 “It was an amazing meet, because to give the Blue Devils a 20-10 team victory over IHA at Wallace Pool in there is a history with the alumni. It’s lead. Devin, Daniel and Basil touched Westfield on January 22. an amazing feeling. It makes me feel 3-4-5 in the 200-individual medley Cronin, Reinhardt and Baldwin proud. Everyone pulled it together then Baldwin came close to her best David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times were also part of the winning 400- today. Our team as a whole did an time in the 50-free by touching first at TROUBLE GETTING THROUGH…Blue Devil point guard Danny Mitchell, No. 23, has trouble dribbling through the free relay, along with Julia awesome job,” Baldwin said. 23.64. Day finished fourth. Rams’ defense. The Roselle Rams defeated the Blue Devils, 55-39. Diamontopolous, that ensured the The Blue Devils touched first in IHA finished 1-2-4 in the 100- victory. nine of the 11 events, including all butterfly to grab a 40-38 team lead TORESCO SCORES 15 POINTS, MITCHELL 7, KANE 6 “This was definitely one of our three relays, and the meet began with CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Ram Boy Cagers Capitalize On WF Mistakes, Win 55-39

By DAVID B. CORBIN Westfield on January 24. the Rams won, 13-5, after trailing, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The 7-8 Rams capitalized on Blue 11-10 entering the quarter. Ervin Shots were not dropping, plays Devil mistakes and rocked the boat Jimenez (11 points) sank nine points, were not working and passes were in the second quarter and, especially, including seven free throws, in the not reaching their objective, as far as in the fourth quarter to put the game Rams’ 21-7 fourth-quarter run. the Westfield High School boys bas- away. Dan Hairston, who finished “It’s tough to explain. I feel like we ketball team was concerned in a 55- with 10 points, banged a pair of 3- had a good practice yesterday. I 39 loss to the Roselle Rams in pointers in the second quarter, which CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times FINISHING UP HER LEG…Blue Devil Gwyn Devin finishes up her leg of the 200-medley relay in the meet against Immaculate Heart Academy. Her foursome touched first. NATALE MAKES MARK; RICE, MIRABELLA WIN BIG Raider Matmen Bury Tigers, Farmers, Summit Hilltoppers

By DAVID B. CORBIN failed to make weight. First, he The Summit match was particu- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times claimed a 9-0, majority decision over larly interesting since the Hilltoppers’ Fresh off victories over AL Johnson John Coler, who won the UCT title at head coach is Anthony Ferrante, a on January 23 and New Providence 138-lbs, then he pinned Pioneer Dan 2005 SPF graduate. on January 25, the Scotch Plains- Smith, who placed second in the UCT “It’s fun to come back to Scotch Fanwood High School wrestling team at 145-lbs. Plains. It’s good to see the school, chalked up three more Union County “It was a shame I didn’t make how it changed a bit. It’s fun to be (UC) wins in a quad match in Scotch weight at counties, but I got the final- able to come back and coach now and Plains on January 26. ist and the first one. Coler came out to see both sides of the sport,” Ferrante The Raiders first defeated the Sum- pretty strong. I took him down. He said. mit Hilltoppers, 48-26, and went on started to get weaker by the period Natale received a forfeit at 145-lbs to defeat the Linden Tigers, 49-21, then third period I had the match in after Rob Faris nipped Raider Will and the Union Farmers, 59-15. my hands. I used my legs against him. Benavides, 5-3, in overtime at 138- In his previous bouts against I was trying to do the power half. lbs. At 152-lbs, Raider Dein Rice Johnson and New Providence, Raider That’s my main move. Smith is a bulldogged Dan Kennedy to the mat junior Dom Natale had something to stocky kid. I used his own momen- and pinned him in 56 seconds. prove, since he was seeded first at tum against him and I caught him Hilltopper Colum Dougerty pinned 138-lbs for the UC Tournament but with a cradle,” Natale said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (Westfield/IHA meet photo) for The Westfield Leader and The Times PUTTING OUT A STRONG EFFORT…Cougar Anthony Kalafatis helped his foursome touch first the 200-medley relay A RECORD BREAKER…Blue Devil Caroline Baldwin broke her own meet record of 56.36 (2012) in the 100-backstroke against the Blue Devils in Westfield. The Westfield boys won 107-63. by touching first in 56.26 at the Union County Tournament. CLAUSS, MURTISHAW, KALAFATIS BROTHERS EXCEL WF, RAIDER GIRLS BREAK 2 IND., 2 RELAY RECORDS Blue Devil Boys Cruise Past WF Girls, Boys Capture Cougar Coed Squad, 107-63 Union County Swim Crowns The No. 1 Westfield High School Blue Devils Amy West at 1:10.51 and touched fifth at 1:53.1. By DAVID B. CORBIN 2:14.85 and Blue Devil Mike Muzus Trinkle, Clauss, Stiles and Brad Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and Scotch Plains-Fanwood girls Becky Zhang at 1:11.87 touched 4-5. Gajdzisz also won the 500-free in at 2:19.93. Cougar Brian Ley touched Whitman took top honors in the 200- swim teams each broke two meet Cronin, Courtney Day, Devin and 4:39.77, followed by Lindros at Several new faces appeared on the fourth and Blue Devil Mark Trinkle free relay at 1:34.85, while Cougars records as the Blue Devils won their Reinhardt touched first in the 400-free 4:44.35. Blue Devil Sean Beattie took platforms for the Westfield High touched fifth. Woo, Anthony Kalafatis, Kaczynski 21st Union County title with a total of relay at 3:38.59. The Raiders took fourth at 5:06.23 and Raider Adam School boys swim team and per- Mike Kalafatis won the 50-freestyle and Nick Kalafatis touched second 440 and the Raiders finished second third at 3:50.09. Cronin touched first Bransky took sixth at 5:10.88. Blue formed very well in a 107-63 victory at 23.1, followed by Koczynski at and Blue Devils Ryan Daniel, with 281 at Rutgers University in in the 200-free at 1:54.78, followed by Devil Matt Daniel touched second in over the Cranford Cougar coed team 23.76 and Blue Devils Aram Barmakian, Moore and Jack Fico Piscataway on January 27. Cranford Reinhardt at 1:54.99. West touched the 100-free at 48.28. Raider Alex at Wallace Pool in Westfield on Janu- Barmakian at 24.14, Connor Moore at touched third. Constantine at 59.54, placed seventh with 150 points. fifth at 2:01.03 and Iacona touched Skoog took fourth at 48.79 and ary 22. Although the meet was some- 25.01 and Ben Meltzer at 26.23. Nick Shin at 59.57 and Dan Myers at 1:00.12 The Blue Devils boys claimed their sixth at 2:02.63. Cronin also took top McGrory took fifth at 48.98. Daniel what overshadowed by the No. 1 Kalafatis touched first in the 100-but- swept the 100-backstroke. Cougars 58th county championship in 62 years honors in the 100-free at 52.63. Raider took third in the 50-free at 22.28, ranked Lady Blue Devils’ meet with terfly at 54.79, followed by Blue Devil Byrne and Woo touched 4-5. with 450 points, while Summit placed Davis touched fourth at 53.93. followed by teammate Max Shin at No. 2 Immaculate Heart Academy, a Noah Stiles at 55.64 and Cougar Byrne Blue Devil Evan Moore touched second at 415 points, the Raiders Baldwin touched first in the 50- 22.46. Cougar Nick Kalafatis touched number of fine performances were at 59.95. Blue Devils John Lindros first in the 100-breaststroke at took third at 324 and Cranford took free at 23.7, followed by Davis at sixth at 23.09. turned in by the Blue Devil boys, as and Ryan Daniel took 4-5. 1:05.72, followed by Rose at 1:07.86, sixth at 137. 24.36. Day touched sixth at 26.09. Blue Devils Stephen Husch at 53.71 well as the Cranford coed team. Wong touched first in the 100-free and Cougars Anthony Kalafatis, Blue Devil Caroline Baldwin broke Reinhardt touched third in the 500- and Lessner at 53.76 touched 3-4 in “Some of these guys in Westfield at 51.87, followed by Cougars Ashley Cave and Ryan Brawley. her own meet record of 56.36 (2012) free at 5:11.45, and Iacona touched the 100-butterfly, while Raider Matt and Cranford we know. They have Kaczynski at 52.71 and Chris Woo at Murtishaw, Conlon, Sam Hays and in the 100-backstroke by touching first sixth at 5:30.64. Cougar Julie Byrne Marino touched sixth at 54.89. Husch been swimming in summer leagues 54.06. Blue Devils Tyler Lessner and Clauss touched first in the 400-free at 56.26. Teammate Caroline Basil touched first in the 100-butterfly at at 2:02.12, Barmakian at 2:03.31 and onclubs together a long time. It’s Maher touched 4-5. Blue Devils relay at 3:43.18, followed by Cou- touched fifth at 1:00.19. Baldwin, 57.34. Blue Devil Erika Daniel Myers at 2:04.37 touched 3-4-5 in the always fun to go up against them and Murtishaw at 5:27.94, Sean Beattie gars Ley, Zach Fried, Kotov and Byrne Gwyn Devin, Ellie Reinhardt and Sa- touched fourth at 59.55. Byrne also 200-individual medley, while Kearns it’s always a good atmosphere,” Blue at 5:35.45 and Jesse Liu at 5:57.47 at 3:45.56. Stiles, Moore, Fan and rah Cronin broke Westfield’s 2012 time touched second in the 200-individual touched sixth at 2:07.87. Skoog at Devil Head Coach Jeff Knight said. completed a sweep in the 500-free. Wong touched third at 3:49.59. of 1:37.93 In the 200-free relay by medley at 2:08.63, followed by Th- 54.92 and Marino at 56.49 touched 4- Blue Devil Kevin Clauss touched touching first in 1:37.16. The Raiders ompson at 2:11.94 and Daniel at 5 in the 100-backstroke, while Blue first in one individual event and was touched second at 1:41.26 and 2:14.56. Devin touched sixth at Devil Jack Rose touched sixth at 56.66. on two winning relay teams, and Will Cranford took sixth at 1:47.63. 2:14.83. Westfield took second in the 200- Murtishaw won an individual event Raiders Isabella Iacona, Jodie Th- Although they had no swimmer medley relay at 1:40.41, followed by and swam on a winning relay team. ompson, Melissa Harris and Sarah touch first, the Blue Devil boys pre- the Raiders at 1:43.4, while Cranford But it was two of the three Kalafatis Davis touched first in the 200-med- vailed with their depth. Tyler Lessner touched sixth at 1:48.93. Westfield brothers, Anthony and Nick, who ley relay at 1:50.86 to break at 59.84, Dan Myers at 1:01.63 and touched second in the 200-free relay teamed with Julie Byrne and Matt Westfield’s 2011 record of 1:51.26. Aram Barmakian at 1:01.78 touched at 1:28.62, followed by the Raiders at Koczynski to win the first event, the Westfield finished second at 1:51.86 2-3-4 in the 100-backstroke. Raider 1:32.77 and Cranford at 1:36.54. Al- 200-medley relay in 1:48.08. Blue and Cranford touched fourth at Nolan Kearns touched sixth at though they broke their own 2012 Devils Max Shin, Jack Rose, Francis 1:56.12. 1:05.06. Raider Ryan Gajdzisz meet record of 3:16.96, the Blue Dev- Wong and Gavin Conlon touched sec- Thompson touched first in the 100- touched first in the 200-free at 1:42.86, ils finished second in the 400-free ond at 1:49.92, followed by Blue Dev- breaststroke at 1:04.96 to break the followed by Blue Devils John Lindros relay at 3:16.51, because Summit ils Nick Constantine, Matt Daniel, old record of 1:06.28 set by Abby at 1:43.48 and Luke McGrory at touched first at 3:14.57. The Raiders Murtishaw and Jake Maher at 1:50.28. Pires (Governor Livingston) in 2011. 1:47.76. Blue Devil Nick Constantine touched third at 3:23.78. The Blue Devils swept the next event, the 200-freestyle, when Lucas Fan at 2:01.68, Sam Hays at 2:03.6 and Austin Kreusser at 2:07.01 touched 1-2-3. Cougar Dmitry Kotov touched fourth. Claus won the 200- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times individual medley in 2:14.27, fol- MAJOR POINT GETTER…Blue Devil Tyler Lessner has been contributing a lot lowed by Anthony Kalafatis at of team points throughout this season.

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Corey Bell in 1:18 with a lateral drop two very talented wrestlers, but this Van Brunt pinned Mike Tisdall in 32 at 160-lbs then Sam Grewcock re- time Hilltopper Nick Abbott used a seconds. The Tigers received a forfeit corded an escape and two takedowns standing Gramby roll and a switch to at 220-lbs then ceded a forfeit to to defeat Raider Matt Blanck, 5-2, at earn a 4-2 victory over Brian Lapham Henderson at heavyweight. 170-lbs. at 132-lbs. Against the Farmers, Philippe (106- Raider Matt Ridge rocked Will “I think 132 in the region is very lbs) grabbed a 14-6, majority deci- Howard to sleep in 1:18 with a cradle respectable. The weight class is just sion over Vince Simonetti. Beirne at 192-lbs then Alex Mirabella settled stacked. Nick’s had some really good (113-lbs) won by forfeit, and Harold Esquivel in 28 seconds at 195- wins against some good guys. It’s Cunningham (120-lbs) pinned Nick lbs then state-ranked AJ Iarussi going to come down to whoever Wright in 1:49. Carrion (126-lbs) strong-armed Dan Van Brunt with a wrestles best at regions,” Coach pinned Ryan Nobrega in 59 seconds, lateral drop in 2:49 at 220-lbs. Ferrante said. and Lapham (132-lbs) claimed a tech- “AJ is a state caliber wrestler. He’s In the victory over Linden, Raider nical fall over Chris Dorvius. hoping to do some big things by the Jashmar Philippe defeated Dom At 138-lbs, Benavides pinned Sam end of the season. He’s a hard worker, Robinson, 14-7, at 106-lbs, then JT McGee in 23 seconds, and at 145-lbs, a good wrestler, excellent football Beirne decisioned Josh Sheehy, 8-4, Natale showed Jeremy Randolph the player, he’s the whole package,” at 113-lbs. Tiger Nick Tekula grabbed lights in 1:07. Rice (152-lbs) pinned Coach Ferrante said. a 5-3 decision over Tom Cunningham Yadley Marcelus in 1:51 then Farmer After the Raiders received four at 120-lbs then Carrion won a 6-2 Brandon Paris topped Blanck, 7-1, at straight forfeits, Hilltopper Nick Testa battle with Dan Tibere at 126-lbs. 160-lbs. Ridge (170-lbs) seized an demonstrated his ability to use a Lapham won by forfeit at 132-lbs. 18-4, majority decision over Frank Peterson roll and several grapevine Tiger Diego Ataca pinned Benavides Weber, and Mirabella came through maneuvers to claim a 15-0, 4:17, tech in 3:07 at 138-lbs then Natale pinned with a 14-2, majority decision over fall over Steve Carrion at 126-lbs. Ray Vargas in 3:45 at 145-lbs. At 152- Dan Syzdek at 182-lbs. “He does an outrageous amount of lbs, Rice cooked up a 3:15 fall over Farmer Steve Gibki (195-lbs) work outside the season. That’s why Lou Rotola then Tiger Lester Dwah pinned Van Brunt in 2:35, and Farmer David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times he is where he is today. He wants it pinned Blanck in 4:58 at 160-lbs. Kris Lewis received a forfeit at 220- WORKING SEVERAL TAKEDOWNS…Blue Devil Kyle Kania, front, got four takedowns in his heavyweight bout with badly. He sets goals for himself, and Ridge claimed a 9-0, majority de- lbs then Raider Anthony Tufaro re- Cardinal Kyle Brookens before pinning him in 5:31. he doesn’t hold back,” Coach Ferrante cision over Gerson Gonzalez at 170- ceived a forfeit at heavyweight. said. lbs then Mirabella pinned Khalil SPF 48, SUMMIT 26: The final bout was a clash between Burns in 3:43 at 182-lbs. At 195-lbs, 138: — Faris (S) d Benavides, 5-3, OT KANIA BEATS BROOKENS, VELEZ DEFEATS ABBOTT 145: — Natale (SP) won forfeit 152: — Rice (SP) p Kennedy, :56 160: — Dougherty (S) p Bell, 1:18 Raider Matmen Rip ALJ, 56-19, 170: — Grewcock (S) d Blanck, 5-2 182: — Ridge (SP) p Howard, 1:18 Blue Devil Matmen Ground 195: — Mirabella (SP) p Esquival, :28 New Providence Pioneers, 65-18 220: — Iarussi (S) p VanBrunt, 2:49 Hwt: — Henderson (SP) won forfeit The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High and Steve Paterno (160-lbs) claimed 106: — Philippe (SP) won forfeit School wrestling team improved its a 15-5, majority decision. 113: — Beirne (SP) won forfeit Cardinals, Level Hilltoppers 120: — Cunningham (SP) won forfeit record to 7-6 with a 56-19 victory The Pioneers rested two of their 126: — Testa (S) tf Carrion, 15-0, 4:17 over the AL Johnson Crusaders on major wrestlers, which gave the Raid- 132: — Abbott (S) d Lapham, 4-2 By DAVID B. CORBIN Blue Devil Jerek Gozdieski fought notorious Japanese whizzer twice and January 23 and a 65-18 win over the ers an advantage in the two lowest Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times back from a 5-1 deficit to tie his bout added a pair of nearfalls to carry a 9- New Providence Pioneers on January weights when Jashmar Philippe (106- Heavyweight Kyle Kania delivered with Neo-Joe Lewis, 6-6, to force 1 lead into the second period. He 25 in Scotch Plains. lbs) recorded a 1:07 fall and JT Beirne Probitas Verus Honos a huge victory in the Westfield High overtime. Unfortunately he yielded a added a single-leg slip-behind Raider Dom Natale pulled off the (113-lbs) recorded a 52 second fall. School wrestling team’s 66-9 triumph takedown in over time to lose, 8-6. takedown in the second period and biggest victory of the evening when Tom Cunningham (120-lbs) recorded St. Mary Cagers Edge over the Plainfield Cardinals on Janu- Aware of his competition, Blue added a duck-under takedown in the he claimed a 9-0, majority decision at a 1:50 fall and Carrion (126-lbs) re- ary 23, and Nick Velez pulled of a key Devil Colin Barber worked a series of third before pinning Brookens in 5:31. 145-lbs over John Coler, who had corded a 2:59 fall. Lapham (132-lbs) Raider Boys, 44-43 personal victory in the Blue Devils’ seven varying takedowns before “All season Coach Kurz, Coach recently won the Union County Tour- recorded a fall in 1:07. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High 61-21 win over the Summit clamping Diego Rivera in 3:47 with a Chedder, Coach Mac [MacDonald] nament (UCT) title at 138-lbs. At Pioneer Dan Kourakas (138-lbs) School boys basketball team got stung Hilltoppers on January 25. cradle at 160-lbs. Then at 170-lbs, told me to open up, wrestle your 126-lbs, Raider Steve Carrion also recorded a fall in 1:23, then Natale by two successful free throws in the The Cardinals presented only five Cardinal Rohan Phillip pinned Kevin match, do your thing and nobody will pulled off a big victory with a 13-2, pulled off another big win when he final three seconds to drop a 44-43 wrestlers and there was no bout at Frega in 3:45 with an under-half beat you. This is not the time to hold majority decision over Brian Mooney. pinned Dan Smith (second in UCT at decision to St. Mary of Elizabeth in 220-lbs, so the Blue Devils received nelson. back. This is my senior year, so I am JT Beirne (113-lbs), Tommy 145-lbs) in 3:08. Rice (152-lbs) re- Elizabeth on January 26. Tom eight forfeits. The final bout of the evening had going to do anything I can,” Kania Cunningham (120-lbs), Brian corded a 15-0, 6:00 tech fall. Matt Bonacum scored 16 points, Xavier The first bout of the evening came the most on the line, and Kania was said. Lapham (132-lbs), Dein Rice (152- Ridge (182-lbs) recorded the quick- Noel-Brooks netted 14 points and at 145-lbs where Blue Devil Vin ready to grab all the fortunes from With reference to the variety of lbs), Dan Van Brunt (195-lbs) and est pin of the evening at 14 seconds. Matt Greenberg scored eight for the DiFillippo recorded four takedowns, Kyle Brookens, who had just placed takedowns he employed, Kania said, heavyweight Anthony Tufaro all re- Alex Mirabella (195-lbs) and Van Raiders. an escape and two nearfalls before third at the Union County Tourna- “It’s hard to explain. It’s something corded first-period pins. Crusader Brunt (220-lbs) each recorded sec- Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 14 8 7 14 43 pinning Kevin Gonzalez in 3:51 with ment. that you feel and take. You don’t Kyle Gregorio (106-lbs) won by fall ond-period pins. St. Mary (Eliz) 11 8 13 12 44 a tight waist, half nelson. At 152-lbs, Kania successfully employed his CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Page 14 Thursday, January 31, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Roselle Cagers Beat Blue Devil Boys, 55-39 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 thought we were ready to play, and bad decisions were made, while driv- the Rams’ lead to 34-32. Unfortu- we allowed their pressure to bother ing to the basket, which led to numer- nately, the Rams took advantage of us early. We just haven’t done a very ous turnovers. several Westfield mistakes and an- good job the last couple of games “That’s something that I have been swered early in the fourth with an 8- defensively. We were allowing teams trying to work on, with confidence. I 0 run to grab a 42-32 lead and to force to get too many good looks. We are am trying to get some guys to play with the Blue Devils into a desperation creating deposits where we have these more confidence on offense, especially mode. From that point, the Rams went droughts where we have trouble scor- when we have trouble scoring. Teams to the line and sank seven of 10 free ing. We don’t get stops. It’s been like to clamp down on Scott inside and throws to put the game out of reach. killing us the last couple of games,” we need other guys who can make “Today, we had way too many turn- Blue Devil Head Coach Daryl plays,” Coach Palmieri said. overs, and we didn’t get stops when Palmieri said. Adding insult to injury in the quar- we needed stops. We are struggling Senior center Scott Toresco led the 10-5 Blue Devils offensively with 15 points and also led under the boards with seven rebounds, including a pair of put-backs. Point guard Danny Mitchell netted seven points and con- tributed four assists, while creating two steals. Junior Dave Kane scored six points and added a pair of assists. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times BIG WINNER AGAINST IHA…Blue Devil Sarah Cronin touched first in the 100- and 200-freestyle and was on two winning Nick Mele hit a 3-pointer and had relays in the meet against No. 2 Immaculate Heart Academy on January 22. three assists, a steal and two rebounds. Keegan Hess had three points, while Quinn Dursee and Chris Sweeney each scored two points, and Dylan No. 1 Lady Blue Devils Sink No. 2 IHA, 95-75 Elliott added a free throw. The Blue Devils did have some CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 assignment problems in the first quar- and set Blue Devil nerves on edge. just had to continue to get after it. It lot of pressure off the 400-relay,” ter but did prevail, 11-10. Their first Blue Devils Daniel and Devin touched was a team victory. Everyone con- Cronin said. real defensive and offensive difficul- 3-5 in the event. Cronin at 52.6 and tributed. You could see it on the relays “Next, we have counties coming ties, which snowballed into a haze of Day at 56.19 touched 1-3 in the 100- in particular where we were able to up and then getting into the state confusion, began in the second quar- free to knot the team score, 47-47. score in pivotal points. That was the bracket, so we will be looking for- ter. The Blue Devils were off in their Reinhardt touched first in the 500- key to the whole meet,” Coach Knight ward to that. This is a good jumping shooting, players were out of posi- free at 5:13.89 and Emily McGann said. point,” Reinhardt said. tion on their offensive schemes and touched fifth, but IHA touched 2-3-4 Next, Baldwin touched first in the to regain the lead, 56-54. 100-backstroke with the state’s-best “Their center lane swimmers, par- time of 56.18. Basil touched third and David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ticularly in the 100-fly and the IM, Audrey Bangs touched fifth to stretch Blue Devils Stop Cardinals DRIBBLING DOWN THE SIDELINE…Blue Devil Sean Elliott dribbles down we knew they could hurt us. We just the lead to 74-66. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 the sideline in the game against the Roselle Rams. needed to step up in other areas. Both “I think I am ahead of where I was teams had great performances,” Blue last year and the same with the team, really think about it. He’s a tall kid. mix of contenders at 138-lbs and Abbott ter was that the Rams hit three 3- right now. There was a stretch when Devil Head Coach Jeff Knight said. so we can see where we can go,” I’m rather short for a heavyweight. has been the mix of several strong pointers, which included two in the we were playing pretty well. As a “There is always going to be ups Baldwin said. He was standing straight up. I am that contenders at 132-lbs. final 40 seconds. coach, I am trying to figure out what’s and downs in the meet, and you have When Amy West touched first in much closer to his legs. When some- At 126-lbs, Hilltopper Nick Testa The Blue Devils’ best quarter came going on and how to fix it. We will get to learn how to bounce back. If you the 100-breaststroke at 1:10.67, and one gets out of his stance, it is there.” defeated Anthony Aldana, 5-2, and at in the third when they were able to get it fixed,” Coach Palmieri said. fall down, you have to get back up,” Zhang and Bond touched 3-4 the out- Throughout the bout, Brookens did 132-lbs, Hilltopper Rob Faris the ball inside to Toresco, who scored Roselle 10 13 11 21 55 Baldwin said. come of the meet was all but over attempt to straighten Kania with un- decisioned Alberto Gonzalves, 8-1. nine points in a 16-11 run to narrow Westfield 11 5 16 7 39 The undulations definitely changed when the score jumped to 85-71. der-hooks. DiFillippo won by disqualification for good in favor of the home team After Cronin, Reinhardt, “I knew he wants to go for big five- over Luis Barquero at 145-lbs when Cronin, Devin, Day and Diamondtopolous and Baldwin point moves. He wants to go upper Nick Rotondo grabbed a 12-0, Cougars Humble Pope John, Reinhardt touched first in the 200- touched first in the 400-free relay, the body. He doesn’t really have anything majority decision over Tanner Tho- free relay in 1:41.31 and Lauren Blue Devils added emphasis when down low, so I felt more comfortable mas at 152-lbs. At 160-lbs, Colin Schmeider, Courtney Han, Allie Schmeider, Daniel, McBrearty and going down low,” Kania said. Barber pinned Colum Dougerty in BridgeH2O Panther Matmen McBrearty and Diamontopolous Basil touched third at 3:48.91. Velez’s big win against the Hilltoppers 2:33. Frega pinned Sam Grewcock in touched third to give the Blue Devils “We gained a lot of confidence came in the 138-lb class when he nipped 2:21 at 170-lbs, and Brian Bulger The Cranford High School wres- at 126-lbs. Murray (132-lbs) grabbed a 64-60 lead. after Ellie won the 500 then our Nick Abbott, 3-2. Velez has been in the pinned Will Howard in 44 seconds at tling team upped its record to 16-3 a 9-1, majority decision over Steve “IHA is one of the premier pro- backstrokers did really well. Two of 182-lbs. Nick Arnold pinned Harold with a 46-31 victory over Pope John Gorski. Frediani (138-lbs) won by 7- grams in the state. They are always our backstrokers swam their best Randolph Cagers Rip Esquivel in 1:35 at 195-lbs. and a 37-32 win over the Bridgewater- 6 decision over Mike Durante. At fantastic, and when we have a chance times. It kind of set the tone for the Lady Raiders, 61-43 WESTFIELD 66, PLAINFIELD 9: Raritan Panthers on January 26. The 145-lbs, Cappello nicked Kyle 145: — DiFillippo (W) p Gonzalez, 3:51 Cougars won eight of the 14 bouts Murphy, 3-2. Dwyer dropped a 1-0 to match up against them, you will breaststroke. Our breaststrokers re- The 13-2 Randolph Rams came see the best out of both teams. We ally pulled through. They were key in 152: — Lughas (P) d Gozdiewski, 8-6 against Pope John and the same decision to Valerio LaMorte at 160- alive in the second half to roll past the OT against the 5-10 Panthers. lbs. knew it was going to be tough, and we securing the victory, because it took a 7-9 Scotch Plains-Fanwood High 160: — Barber (W) p Rivera, 3:47 170: — Phillip (P) p Frega, 3:45 Against Pope John, Cougar An- Markovitch (170-lbs) pinned Tom School girls basketball team on Janu- 182: — Brian Bulger (W) won forfeit drew Tompkins claimed a 12-0, ma- Longo in 50 seconds. Rob Kessler ary 26. Raider Taylor Sebolao netted 195: — Nick Arnold (W) won forfeit jority decision over Caleb Lewie- (195-lbs), Jeff Weiss (220-lbs) and 18 points, while Tabitha Dwunfour 220: — No match Cepreo at 126-lbs. Gavin Murray Jon El-Khoury (heavyweight) re- and Katie Harped each scored nine Hwt: — Kania (W) p Brookens, 5:31 106: — Chris Hoerle (W) won forfeit (132-lbs) and Nick Frediani (138- ceived forfeits. points and Tara Sweeney scored five. 113: — Nick Kalimtzis (W) won forfeit lbs) each received a forfeit. At 145- Office Building Complex Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 13 15 4 11 43 120: — John Fuller (W) won forfeit lbs, Corey Birch dropped a tough 5- Cougar Cagers Rattle Randolph 17 10 15 19 61 126: — Aaron Lee (W) won forfeit 132: — Alberto Gonzalves (W) won for- 4 decision to Anthony Gigantelli. Roselle Rams, 70-64 feit At 152-lbs, Cougar Niko Cappello Junior John Oblachinski bucketed 138: — Nick Velez (W) won forfeit pinned Rich Peterson in 2:54. Matt 17 points, which included seven free WESTFIELD 61, SUMMIT 21: DiMartino pinned Bruce Bott in 1:02 throws, and pulled down 12 boards to 106: — Hoerle (W) won forfeit at 160-lbs, and Jimmy Dwyer (170- 113: — Kalimtzis (W) won forfeit help lead the Cranford High School lbs) received a forfeit. Corey boys basketball team to a 70-64 vic- 120: — Fuller (W) won forfeit Markovitch flattened Mike Ander- 126: — Testa (S) d Aldana, 5-2 tory over the Roselle Rams in 132: — Faris (S) d Gonzalves, 8-1 son in 1:00 at 182-lbs, and Matt Russo Cranford on January 26. Senior Stefan 138: — Velez (W) d Abbott, 3-2 (195-lbs) pinned Conner Lenehan in 145: — DiFillippo (W) won by DQ Fedorchak led all scorers with 18 26 seconds. points, including a pair of 3-pointers. 152: — Rotondo (W) md Thomas, 12-0 Against the Panthers, Tompkins 160: — Barber (W) p Dougerty, 2:33 Tommy Trotter nailed 16 points, and 170: — Frega (W) p Grewcock, 2:21 earned a 4-2 decision over Nick Latta Reggie Green rolled in 11 points, 182: — Bulger (W) p Howard, :44 195: — Arnold (W) p Esquivel, 1:35 while Chris Wills scored eight. 220: — Anthony Iarussi (S) won forfeit Probitas Verus Honos Roselle 10 17 9 28 64 Hwt: — Kania (W) won forfeit Cranford 14 14 22 20 70 “You Gotta Have Faith”

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By DAVID B. CORBIN for a while when Cougar Kyle have too much trouble standing up. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Markovitch jumped up to 182-lbs to He is on the taller side, and I am on the Match-ups made a huge difference do battle with Steve Gibki. Right shorter side, so I kept low and got a in the breadth of the outcome be- from the whistle, Markovitch re- sweep single and got him to his back,” tween the 11-3 Cranford High School corded a low single-leg takedown, El-Khoury explained. wrestling team and the 6-7 Union but Gibki escaped and added a double- At 106-lbs, Cougar Chase Gunther Farmers in Cranford on January 23. leg takedown. Markovitch added a recorded a takedown and an arm bar The Cougars took advantage of their reversal, but Gibki got a reversal early nearfall to defeat Vince Simonetti, 4- perfect fit and also won two key bouts in the second period when Markovitch 1. At 113-lbs, Nick Scaramuzzi to seize a 72-3 victory. got out of position on his leg maneu- pinned Farmer Sam Hernandez with An expected victory came in the ver. Markovitch turned the tables and a half nelson in 3:02. At 120-lbs, first bout of the evening at 152-lbs added a tilt nearfall then finally caught Cougar Dave Busch recorded a series when Cougar Corey Birch recorded a Gibki with a power half to record a of nearfalls before settling Nick takedown then pinned Vic Azereda fall in 4:54. Wright in 5:29 with a power half and with a yank-and-crank in 1:07. In a “I was giving up some weight, so I CONTINUED ON PAGE 16

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times GOING AFTER A LOOSE BALL…Cougar Jess McCoy, right, and Lady Lion Renee Oliver, No. 44, go after a loose ball in Cranford on January 24. The Lions won, 32-26. McCOY NETS 12 PTs, 5 STEALS; GOELLER NETS 12 PTs Lady Lions Roar in 4th, Stun Cougar Basketballers, 32-26

By DAVID B. CORBIN The Lady Cougars withstood shoot- Tori Pozsonyi scored the first two Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ing hands of ice to sizzle in the sec- points of the second quarter to make Early foul trouble on the part of the ond and third quarters then returned the score, 10-0, but the Cougars ad- home team and streak shooting that to the tundra in the fourth, while the justed well to guarding Oliver, and in seesawed in favor of the visitors re- 15-2 Lady Lions warmed up in the the meantime went on a 13-0 run of sulted in a 32-26 Roselle Catholic first, cooled in the second and third their own to eventually win the quar- victory over the Cranford High School then caught fire in the fourth. ter, 15-2, and the half, 15-12. Jenna girls basketball team in Cranford on Cougar Jess McCoy and center Goeller, who finished the game with January 24. Kaitlin McGovern each drew a pair 12 points, sank a pair of 3-pointers “It was a tough one, but I am proud of fouls in the first quarter and team- and a pair of free throws in the quar- of the way my girls fought to the end. mate Kerry Wischusen drew another. ter. McCoy, who finished with five Both teams are very aggressive and As a result, the Lions went to the line steals and five rebounds, sank five of aggression can lead to foul trouble, and sank four of their free throws, her 12 points in the quarter and as- which happened to us in the first half. while Renee Oliver rolled in a pair of sisted Mairead McKeary on a lay-up. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times WORKING AN ARM BAR…Cougar Chase Gunther, top, works an arm bar on Farmer Vince Simonetti in his 106-lb bout We needed to lay back a bit and be lay-ups, to outscore the Cougars, 8-0, “Jenna and Jess did an amazing job in Cranford on January 23. Gunther earned a 4-1 decision. cautious,” Cougar Head Coach Jackie in the quarter. Oliver scored six of the of taking control of the game both Dyer said. points. CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 very evenly matched 160-lb bout, knew I had to go out there and wrestle Cougar Matt DiMartino managed a smart. He was strong. I got a little The Most Respected Name in Real Estate third-period escape to edge Brandon sloppy at points. I didn’t get worried, Paris, 6-5. because I knew I would be able to Another thriller came when Jimmy come back. I was trying to work the Long Beach Island Dwyer jumped up to 170-lbs to face tilts then I transferred to legs. I got a Farmer Dan Syzdek. Dwyer recorded little high in a few of the situations, so a backdoor takedown then escaped I got to work on that a little bit more. early in the second period to take a 3- I put my legs in, shot a power half and 0 lead, but Syzdek, demonstrating it worked,” Markovitch said. good balance, scored a takedown at At 195-lbs, Cougar Matt Russo RealEstateOnLBI.com the end of the period and added a converted a far leg takedown to a switch escape and another takedown cradle and pinned Noel Ramos in 23 Joanne McLaughlin Direct Cell: 609-709-0664 to earn a 5-3 decision. seconds. Cougar Jeff Weiss received (732) 618-1231 Email: [email protected] “He does have good balance. He is a forfeit at 220-lbs then the next key (732) 449-3322 probably the toughest kid who trains bout came in the heavyweight class in our room. Everyday, he leaves it all between Jon El-Khoury and Kris SPRING LAKE - Prime northern location, old world charm, bright & Noreen Callahan in the wrestling room. Not the great- Lewis, who had just placed second at cheery home. Generously sized rooms & 9’ ceilings. 6 bedrooms, 4 est when it comes to technique, but the Union County Tournament. Realtor Associate he makes up for it with hard work and After a scoreless first period, El- full and 2 half baths, fireplace & a 2-car garage. determination. He came out last year Khoury escaped, added a takedown Offered For $2,499,000 [email protected] as a sophomore. This year, he is start- and quickly inserted a half nelson, ing to learn the little intricacies of this body press to pin Lewis in 3:55. sport. He’s got the rest of this season “I was aware that he placed second ZACK SHORE PROPERTIES and all of next year to do some really in counties. I knew not to take him for good things,” Farmer Head Coach granted. I just went out there and Dino DeBellonia said. wrestled as hard as I could. I knew, 1000 Long Beach Blvd. Ship Bottom, NJ 08008 1-800-633-1140 The next match-up was just as tense since he was lighter than me, I wouldn’t 1117 Third Avenue, Spring Lake, NJ 07762

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© 2013 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. Page 16 Thursday, January 31, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Cranford Youth Matmen Win At ‘Union County Brawl’ The Cranford youth wrestling (C) first, Jack DiFillippo (W) third, teams emerged victorious in both sec- Emmit Smith (W) fourth. tions of the Union County Brawl held 90-lbs – Connor Katz (C) first, at Cranford High School in Decem- Chucky Fabian (C) second. 95-lbs – ber. The little Cougars (C) amassed James Coleman (C) first, Bob Root 328.5 points, while Westfield (W) (SPF) third. 102-lbs – Alex Oslislo took second with 144 total in the (SPF) first, James Shriner (C) sec- Elementary School Division. Roselle ond, Tim Miller (W) fourth. 110-lbs – Park was third at 119.5, followed by Matt Doran (C) second, James Scotch Plains-Fanwood (SPF) at 112 Hancock (W) third, Tom Renna (C) in the 11-team tournament. The Cou- fourth. 120-lbs – Dan Acocelle (C) gars also took top honors in the Middle second, Justin James (SPF) third. Hwt School division with a total of 206. 1 – Billy Root (SPF) first, Sean Westfield took sixth at 71 and SPF Sistruck (SPF) second, Sean Merkel David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times took eighth at 59. (C) third, Justin McClean (C) fourth. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times PLAYING TIGHT DEFENSE…Cougar guard Jenna Goeller, No. 4, keeps close Elementary: 47-lbs – Jake Katz Hwt 2 – Pete Deponte (C) first. TRYING TO SLIDE BEHIND…Cougar Corey Markovitch, top, works his way tabs on Lady Lion Katie Tobey. (C) third, Jake Ramirez (C) fourth. Middle: 70-lbs – Rob Howard (C) around Farmer Steve Gibki in his 182-lb bout. 50-lbs – Mike Holleran (C) first, first, Chris Wozniak (C) second, Jus- Chase Turnoff (W) fourth. 53-lbs – tin Sidebottom (SPF) third, Dean Trey Rabinowitz (W) second, Ethan Smith fourth. 75-lbs – Conor Halpin RC Lady Lions Stun Cougars Composto (W) fourth. 57-lbs – (C) third. 80-lbs – AJ Bencivenga (C) Cougar Matmen Rap Union CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 Connor Howard (C) first, Christian second, Zach Rabinowitz (W) fourth. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 Tardi (SPF) fourth. 60-lbs – Luke 85-lbs – Anthony Capece (C) first. offensively and defensively. Jenna “Kaitlin is a very good post player, Hoerle (W) second, Jake Bencivenga 90-lbs – Chucky Fabian (C) third. double grapevine. BOUT SEQUENCE: has been lighting it up from three and who is not only a defensive threat but (W) third. 63-lbs – Colin Murray (C) 100-lbs – Tom DiGiovanni (C) first Cougar Andrew Tompkins stopped 152: — Birch (C) p Azereda, 1:07 does a good job of creating things for an offensive one as well,” Coach Dyer Ryan Nobrega in 2:53 with a straight- 160: — DiMartino (C) d Paris, 6-5 first, Pat Ganley (C) second, Brendan and tournament Outstanding Wres- 170: — Syzdek (U) d Dwyer, 5-3 us,” Coach Dyer said. said. Reilly (C) third. tler, Dan Hoerle (W) fourth. arm bar at 126-lbs. Cougar Gavin 182: — Markovitch (C) p Gibki, 4:54 The Cougars were still on the mark After Wischusen drew another foul, 67-lbs – CJ Composto (W) first, 105-lbs – James Shriner (C) first, Murray worked a series of takedowns 195: — Russo (C) p Ramos, 0:23 defensively in the third quarter, limit- Lion guard Niavanni Grant went to Robert Howard (C) second. 70-lbs – Matt Doran (C) second, Alen Dente and nearfalls before clamping Chris 220: — Weiss (C) won forfeit ing Oliver to just one lay-up and the line and sank two of her eight Dorvius with a cradle in 5:14 at 132- Hwt: — El-Khoury (C) p Lewis, 3:55 Chris Wozniak (C) first, Dean Smith (W) third. 110-lbs – Chris Scorese 106: — Gunther (C) d Simonetti, 4-1 Pozsonyi to a pair of free throws. points in the quarter. With 1:14 on the (C) second, Anthony Robinson (SPF) (C) first. 118-lbs – Brian McGovern lbs. At 138-lbs, Cougar Nick Frediani 113: — Scaramuzzi (C) p Hernandez, Goeller sank a free throw and another clock and behind by two points, the fourth. 73-lbs – Conor Halpin (C) (C) first. 125-lbs – Sam Wustefeld decked Sean McGee in 23 seconds 3:02 3-pointer then McCoy rolled in a lay- Cougars were forced to continue foul- first, Tom Korzeneski (C) second. (SPF) first, Jack Miller (W) second, then Niko Cappello said goodnight 120: — Busch (C) p Wright, 5:29 up and converted a steal to a 3-pointer ing. Goeller fouled twice, so Lions to Jeremy Randolph when he pinned 126: — Tompkins (C) p Nobrega, 2:53 77-lbs – Evan Kanterman (C) first, Josh Dechillo (C) third. 160-lbs Dylan 132: — Murray (C) p Dorvius, 5:14 at the buzzer to give the Cougars a 24- Tobey and Oliver, respectively, went Matt Hollerman (C) second. 80-lbs – Budinick (C) second, Mike Ramos him with a straight-arm bar in 2:25 at 138: — Frediani (C) p McGee, 0:23 16 lead entering the fourth quarter. to the line and sank both of their free Dylan Baton (C) third, Luke Scanlon (SPF) third. Hwt – Phillip Ricca (W) 145-lbs. 145: — Cappello (C) p Randolph, 3:25 “The girls did a great job of play- throws. (W) fourth. 85-lbs – AJ Bencivenga second. ing sound defense and forcing turn- “As freshmen, Jess, Jenna and overs. Jenna especially did a phe- Kaitlin were all apart of the 2010 nomenal job making things difficult State Sectional Championship Team UC Mudturtles Recruiting Devilfish Get Good Results for [Katie] Tobey. Renee, as well as and know what it takes and feels like Tori are very strong rebounders and to win. I’m excited to see how the end post players. They do a great job of of the season unfolds,” Coach Dyer Players for Rugby Season At Stingray Splash Meet sealing and getting open. My girls said. did a nice job making adjustments The Union County Rugby Foot- www.mudturtlesrugby.com. To get The Westfield Area “Y” Devilfish 10U Boys: Roan Baker, fifth (100- Roselle Cath 8 4 4 16 32 competed in the HCY Stingray Splash free), sixth (100-breast), eighth (50- and helping shut down the post,” Cranford 0 15 9 2 26 ball Club (UCRFC) is recruiting play- started playing, simply show up at a Coach Dyer said. ers for its upcoming 39th season. team practice, training takes place Invitational Swim Meet held at free); Seth Comacho, fourth (50-back) But trouble in Cougar town came St. Bart’s Softball Fee Rugby combines, running, kicking, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 p.m. in Raritan Bay “Y” in Perth Amboy on eighth (100IM); Aidan Dailey, sev- quickly with more fouls, and the Lady tackling, along with sportsmanship Unami Field, which is located in January 20. Many Devilfish estab- enth (50); Michael Riordan, eighth Lions capitalized with a pair of lay- Due by February 21 and camaraderie. Cranford. lished personal best times and new Y (100-breast); Colm Slevin, eighth ups and three free throws to make the Players of all skill levels are wel- Silver and State time standards. (100-fly, 100-back); Barney Veres, score, 24-23, with 5:28 remaining. St. Bartholomew Oldtimers Soft- come even if you have never played Nets Top Mavericks 8U Girls: Olivia Alipazar, eighth seventh (50-free.) The fouls continued and McGovern ball League veterans should submit before. Come down and give it a try. (25-back); Abigail Bebel, sixth (25- 11-12 Girls: Emma Conlon, third their applications for the 2013 season It does not matter if you are a begin- In WF 7th/8th Hoops back), seventh (25-fly); Sarah (50-free, 50-back, 50-fly); Aidan received her fifth foul and had to take The 7th/8th grade Nets’ 44-19 win a seat with 2:58 left. Forty seconds by February 21. After that date, avail- ner or if you have been playing the Kennedy, fifth (25-back); Erin Donohue, first (100-fly), fourth (100- able spots may be filled from the game for years. over the Mavericks in the Westfield McKinney, third (25-breast); Rebecca free); Ana Maria Kobori, fifth (100- later, the Lady Lions knotted the score, Basketball Association was led by 26-26. waiting list. Men, who are at least 30- The Union County RFC Mudturtles Montero, second (25-back), fifth (25- fly), seventh (50-fly); Muriel years-old, are welcome to join the have advanced the growth and devel- high scorer Emma Rogers. Jacqueline breast.) Maloney, first (200-free), second (50- PUBLIC NOTICE league. opment of Rugby through education Aldana and Olivia Scheuerman pro- 8U Boys: Billy Maguire, fourth free, 100-free); Syndey Paoletti, Each year, new teams are chosen in vided the Nets with defensive sup- (25-back); Carsen Sharkey, fifth (25- eighth (50-free, 100-free); Sophia TOWN OF WESTFIELD and participation. The UCRFC team BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT a draft. It is a chance to meet many is lead by Coach Kevin Holt, who port, while Sarah Kiernan and Hayley breast), sixth (25-fly); Peter Youssef, Weldon, fourth (50-breast, 50-free), people from the area. Applications Kasko garnered numerous rebounds eighth (25-fly); Leo Mangiamele, sixth (100-free.) The Board of Adjustment of the Town brings 39 years of rugby experience of Westfield, New Jersey will meet on are available at the Scotch Plains to the team. The team is also led by on offense that gave the Nets mul- second (25-back), third (25-fly); 11-12 Boys: Matthew Barmakian, February 13, 2013 in the Council Cham- Music Center in Scotch Plains and 10-year rugby veteran Caption Bobby tiple second chance scoring opportu- Aidan Trenery, first (25-back, 25- third (50-back), sixth (100-back), bers at the Municipal Building, 425 East Family Investors in Fanwood. An Mroz, who was an all-star player nities. fly), seventh (100IM) John Veres, first eighth (100-free); Eric Bebel, first (50- Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey at application can also downloaded from Playing without a full roster, the (25-fly); TJ Walsh, second (25-fly), fly), second (200-free), third (200IM); 7:30 p.m. to hear and consider the follow- with UCRFC U19 team in rugby be- ing appeals for bulk (c) and/or use (d) the league website at fore becoming a standout player as Mavericks played with tremendous third (25-back.) Ryan Bebel, second (100-fly, 50-free, variance(s) relief from requirements of the www.stbartssoftball.com. Caption of the Albright College rugby heart. The Mavericks’ Alex Jackman 10U Girls: Katie Bromberg, sec- 100-free); Thomas Brennan, third Westfield Land Use Ordinance. went 7-for-8 from the free throw line, ond (50-breast), fifth (100IM); Amy (100-breast); Jack Cifelli, sixth (50- PUBLIC NOTICE team. Jeffrey & Kristen Davidson, 600 Salter For more information on UCRFC while Chelsea Frisch’s’ ball-handling Hitzel, fourth (100-back); Natalie free); Timothy McGann, sixth (200- Place. Applicant is seeking approval to SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY rugby, contact Coach Kevin Holt at skills penetrated the Nets’ defense, Lee, third (50-fly); Julia McGann, free), seventh (50-fly); Luke Mizus, construct a second story addition contrary CHANCERY DIVISION allowing many scoring opportuni- second (50-free), fourth (100-free), first (100-breast), third (50-breast); to Sections 11.09E5, 11.09E6, 11.09E8 UNION COUNTY [email protected] or go to and 11.09E13 of the Land Use Ordinance. DOCKET NO. F-026406-12 ties. Kayla Miedrzynski played good fifth (50-back); Catherine Miller, sev- Jonathon Stiles, seventh (100-fly); Ordinance requires a front yard setback of FILE NO. 15757-12 PUBLIC NOTICE defense, while Samantha Greenaway enth (50-free); Bridget Thomas, sec- Zach Youssef, seventh (50-breast), 50.7 feet (EFYD). Proposed is 45.63 feet. NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT contributed to the all-around team ond (100-back), sixth (100-fly), eighth (50-back.) Ordinance requires a minimum side yard SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY effort. eighth (100IM.) 13+ Girls: Meredith Bagger, third setback of 10 feet. Proposed is 8.1 feet (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: CHANCERY DIVISION (200-breast), seventh (100-breast); and 8.5 feet. Ordinance allows a maximum LI-YUAN CHEN; JOHN DOE, UNION COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE building height of 32 feet. Proposed is HUSBAND OF LI-YUAN, SAID DOCKET NO. F-023940-12 Marina DeCotiis, second (200-fly), 32.75 feet. Ordinance allows a maximum NAME JOHN DOE BEING FIC- FILE NO. 15535-12 NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Julia Diamantopoulos, second (50- story height of 2.5 stories. Proposed is 3 TITIOUS; DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT free); Katherine Duffy, fifth (200- stories. Ordinance allows a maximum build- 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND ing mass at a zoning side yard of 25 feet. (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 fly); Carly Kalis, fifth (200-breast), REQUIRED to serve upon PELLEGRINO Proposed is + 34 feet. GENETTA BUTLER, HER Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 eighth (100-breast); Emily McGann, AND FELDSTEIN, LLC, plaintiff’s attor- HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PER- A.M. on 2/12/13, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified Lerner, David, Littenberg, Krumholz neys, whose address is 290 Route 46 fifth (200-free), eighth (50-free); SONAL REPRESENTATIVES under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A & Mentlik, 600 South Avenue. Applicant West, Denville, New Jersey, an Answer to Emily Oster, sixth (200-back); Shan- AND HIS, HER, THEIR OR ANY Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, is seeking approval to construct a monu- the Complaint filed in a Civil Action, in OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN New Jersey 08625; for: non Sokolow, first 100-fly, 200-back, ment sign on the property contrary to Sec- which LISA BAMBER is the plaintiff and LI- RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- Maintenance Machine Sweeping Contract, North – 2013; Various Locations, 100-free.) tions 16.04E5 and 16.04E5a of the Land YUAN CHEN, ET ALS; are defendants, EST; North Region, Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union & Use Ordinance. Ordinance permits one pending in the Superior Court of New Jer- 13+ Boys: Matthew Celeste, sev- Warren Counties; 100% State; DP No: 13409 free standing sign only if the depth of the sey, Chancery Division, UNION County YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND enth (200-back), eighth (100-fly); Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C 17:27. yard in which the sign is located is at least and bearing Docket No. F-026406-12 within REQUIRED to serve upon PELLEGRINO The awarded bidder must provide a completed Contractor Certification and Disclosure Kevin Clauss, first (100-back), fourth 20 feet. Proposed are two freestanding thirty-five (35) days after January 31, 2013 AND FELDSTEIN, LLC, plaintiff’s attor- of Political Contribution Form(s) according to both P.L 2205, C.51 and Executive Order (100-breast), fifth (200IM); Stefan signs (one existing) in a yard with a depth exclusive of such date. If you fail to answer neys, whose address is 290 Route 46 No. 117 within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Executive Order No: 117 is of 10 feet deep. or appear in accordance with Rule 4:4-6, West, Denville, New Jersey, an Answer to Crigler, fifth (100-back); Lucas Fan, effective on November 15, 2008. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders must be Judgment by Default may be rendered the Complaint filed in a Civil Action, in third (200IM), fifth (200-free), sixth Hugh Richard Covington, 709 Clark registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, Business against you for relief demanded in the which REAL ESTATE TAX LIEN FUND II Street. Applicant is seeking approval to Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of valid (100-back); Jesse Liu, seventh (100- Complaint. You shall file your Answer and LLC is the plaintiff and GENETTA BUT- construct a second story addition contrary business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the back); Tommy Pyle, sixth (200IM), Proof of Service in duplicate with the Clerk LER, HER HEIRS, ET ALS; are defen- to Section 11.09E6 of the Land Use Ordi- “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. of the Superior Court of New Jersey, dants, pending in the Superior Court of eighth (100-back, 100-breast.) nance. Ordinance requires a side yard 91), all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of Hughes Justice Complex - CN 971, Tren- New Jersey, Chancery Division, UNION setback of 10 feet. Proposed is 9.1 feet. Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. The awarded bidder must provide proof ton, New Jersey 08625, in accordance County and bearing Docket No. F-023940- PUBLIC NOTICE of PWCR within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Ernest & Pamela Clarke, 622 Maye with the Rules of Civil Practice and Proce- 12 within thirty-five (35) days after Janu- The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Street. Applicant is seeking approval to dure. ary 31, 2012 exclusive of such date. If you U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the CHANCERY DIVISION construct a two story addition contrary to You are further advised that if you are fail to answer or appear in accordance with Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to UNION COUNTY Sections 11.09E6 and 11.09E13 of the unable to obtain an attorney you may com- Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by Default may be submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on DOCKET NO. F-9646-12 Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires municate with the Lawyer Referral Service rendered against you for relief demanded the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. FILE NO. 14665-12 a side yard setback of 10 feet. Proposed is of the County of Venue and that if you in the Complaint. You shall file your An- Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid 7.2 feet. Ordinance allows a maximum cannot afford an attorney, you may com- swer and Proof of Service in duplicate with NOTICE TO REDEEM Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe building mass in a zoning side yard of 25 municate with the Legal Services Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court of New follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans REAL ESTATE TAX LIEN feet. Proposed is 33.5 feet. the County of Venue. The telephone num- Jersey, Hughes Justice Complex - CN and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly FUND II, LLC, PLAINTIFF VS. ber of such agencies are as follows: Law- 971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in accor- David McLaren & Chiara Galbusera, payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected AISHA BABALONIA; STATE yer Referral Service 908-353-4715 - Legal dance with the Rules of Civil Practice and 515 First Street. Applicant is seeking (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the OF GEORGIA; STATE OF Services Office 908-354-4340. Procedure. approval to construct a second story addi- following locations: OHIO; LINDA D. SPRIGGS; THE ACTION has been instituted for the You are further advised that if you are tion contrary to Sections 11.09E5, 11.09E7, 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West SHADDIA BOOKER; purpose of foreclosing the following tax unable to obtain an attorney you may com- 12.04E and 11.09E13 of the Land Use Mt. Arlington, New Jersey 07856 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 DEFENDANT(S) sale certificate: municate with the Lawyer Referral Service Ordinance. Ordinance requires a street 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 1. A certain tax certificate 10-00006, of the County of Venue and that if you TO: LINDA D. SPRIGGS side yard setback of 20 feet. Proposed is 3 T - 1/24/13, 1/31/13 and 2/7/13, The Leader Fee: $201.96 sold on 10/21/2010, dated 10/25/2010, cannot afford an attorney, you may com- PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an order 11.66 feet. Ordinance requires a rear yard and was recorded on 11/19/2010 in Book municate with the Legal Services Office of made on January 23, 2013, the Superior setback of 35 feet. Proposed is 33 feet. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 13014 at Page 284, made by TERRY the County of Venue. The telephone num- Court Fixed March 11, 2013 between the Ordinance allows a maximum floor area MALANDA, Collector of Taxes of UNION, ber of such agencies are as follows: Law- NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION hours of nine o’clock in the forenoon and ratio of 37% (1,906 square feet). Proposed and State of New Jersey TOWER LIEN, yer Referral Service 908-353-4715 - Legal DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES four o’clock in the afternoon, prevailing is 38.2% (1968 square feet). Ordinance LLC and subsequently assigned to plain- Services Office 908-354-4340. 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 time, at the office of the Tax Collector of allows a maximum building mass in a tiff, LISA BAMBER on 8/30/2012 and was THE ACTION has been instituted for the TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 PLAINFIELD, located at 515 WATCHUNG zoning side yard of 25 feet. Proposed is recorded on 9/7/2012 in Assignment Book purpose of foreclosing the following tax Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 AVENUE, PLAINFIELD, NEW JERSEY 45.9 feet. 1400 at Page 444. This covers real estate sale certificate: A.M. on 2/14/13, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified 07060, as the time and place when and Dan & Laura Weinstein, 1445 located in UNION, County of UNION, and 1. A certain tax certificate 10-577, sold under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A where you may pay to the plaintiff the Grandview Avenue. Applicant is seeking State of New Jersey, known as LOT 55 on 12/2/2009, dated 12/8/2009, and was Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, amount so found due for principal and approval to construct first and second story BLOCK 905 as shown on the Tax Assess- recorded on 2/25/2010 in Book 12869 at New Jersey 08625; for: interest on its certificate of tax sale as additions contrary to Section 11.06E14 of ment Map and Tax Map duplicate of Page 625, made by MARIA GLAVAN, Maintenance Roadway Repair Contract North, Sub-Region N-3, follows: the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- UNION. and concerns premises commonly Collector of Taxes of PLAINFIELD, and Contract No N308; Route U.S. 1&9 NB & SB, and 24 EB; LOT 15 BLOCK 425 on the tax duplicate quires a two car garage. Proposed is a one known as 345 TUCKER AVENUE, UNION, State of New Jersey to REAL ESTATE Counties of Hudson, Morris and Union; 100% State; DP No: 12435 of PLAINFIELD. Total amount required to car garage. New Jersey. TAX LIEN FUND II LLC and subsequently Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C 17:27. redeem tax sale certificate no. 10-299 is YOU, LI-YUAN CHEN, are made party assigned to plaintiff, REAL ESTATE TAX The awarded bidder must provide a completed Contractor Certification and Disclosure $580.64, together with interest from Sep- Cheryl & Dan Arzewski, 164 defendant to the above foreclosure action LIEN FUND II LLC. This covers real estate of Political Contribution Form(s) according to both P.L 2205, C.51 and Executive Order tember 30, 2012 and costs of $1,017.28. Landsdowne Avenue. Applicant is seek- because you are the owner of a property located in PLAINFIELD, County of UNION, No. 117 within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Executive Order No: 117 is And that unless, at the same time and ing approval to construct a one story addi- which is the subject of the above entitled and State of New Jersey, known as LOT 6 effective on November 15, 2008. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders must be place, you or one of you redeem by paying tion contrary to Sections 11.06E6, action. BLOCK 727 as shown on the Tax Assess- registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, Business the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, 11.06E13, 11.06E14, and 12.04F of the YOU, JOHN DOE, HUSBAND OF LI- ment Map and Tax Map duplicate of Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of valid then you, and each of you shall be de- Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires YUAN CHEN, SAID NAME JOHN DOE PLAINFIELD. and concerns premises com- business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the barred and foreclosed of and from all right a minimum side yard setback of 12.5 feet. BEING FICTITIOUS, are made party de- monly known as 1216 -18 CAMERON “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. and equity of redemption of, in and to the Proposed is 7.0 feet. Ordinance allows a fendant to the above foreclosure action AVENUE, PLAINFIELD, New Jersey. 91), all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of lands and premises above set out and maximum building mass at the zoning side because plaintiff has been unable to deter- YOU, GENETTA BUTLER, HER HEIRS, Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. The awarded bidder must provide proof described in the complaint and every part yard of 25 feet. Proposed is 59 feet 7 mine whether defendant LI-YUAN CHEN DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRE- of PWCR within fourteen (14) days from the award date. thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested with inches. Ordinance requires a 2 car ga- is married, and if married, the name of LI- SENTATIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR OR The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 an absolute and indefeasible estate of rage. Existing and proposed is a one car YUAN CHEN’s spouse. If LI-YUAN CHEN ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the inheritance in fee simple in said lands and garage. Ordinance allows a maximum cov- is married, the plaintiff joins JOHN DOE, TITLE AND INTEREST, are made party Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to premises. erage by buildings and above ground struc- HUSBAND OF LI-YUAN CHEN, SAID defendants to the above foreclosure ac- submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on Anything to the contrary notwithstand- tures of 20%. Proposed is 22.28%. NAME JOHN DOE BEING FICTITIOUS as tion because you are the owners of a the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. ing, redemption shall be permitted up until Variances, waivers or exceptions from a defendant for any possessory or marital property which is the subject of the above Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid the entry of final judgment including the certain site plan details or relief from re- rights you may have. entitled action. Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe whole of the last date upon which judg- quirements may be sought as appropriate. DATED: January 24, 2013 DATED: January 24, 2013 follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans ment is entered. Plans and application are on file in the Jennifer M. Perez, Clerk Jennifer M. Perez, Clerk and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly Michael G. Pellegrino, Esq. office of the Town Engineer, 959 North of the Superior Court of New Jersey of the Superior Court of New Jersey payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected Attorney for Plaintiff Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. may be seen Monday through Friday from Denville Law Center Denville Law Center following locations: Denville Law Center 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 290 Route 46 West 290 Route 46 West 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West 290 Route 46 West Kathleen A. Nemeth Denville, New Jersey 07834 Denville, New Jersey 07834 Mt. 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NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDED BY quarter lead then Fast Break took a 3- CM got a lift from rookies Greg Carter THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS point margin into the locker room at (24) and Joe Encarnacion. Yankee Historian to Speak The TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS halftime, 28-25, and even led after has awarded a Fair and Open Contract for the following Professional. This Contract, PUBLIC NOTICE and the Resolution authorizing it, are avail- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS At UC Baseball Awards Night able for public inspection in the Municipal Drug or Criminal Charges? Building. 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Single Size: 10 Weeks $275 • Double Size: 10 Weeks $425 • email PDF Ad to [email protected] Page 18 Thursday, January 31, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Mothers on a Mission Helps POLICE BLOTTER Families Both Near and Far WESTFIELD – Mothers on a The evening featured almost 80 Westfield Friday, January 25, Justin Olsen, 23, Mission (MOM), founded in 2010 silent-auction items and nine live- Monday, January 21, Brice Free- of Westfield was arrested and charged by a group of Westfield-area auction items. man, 35, of Linden was arrested at with shoplifting at a business on the women to help mothers and chil- The event featured live music by Maplewood police headquarters on 600 block of West North Avenue. Olsen dren in developing countries, re- students from the Westfield High an outstanding Westfield warrant. He was processed and released. cently held its second fund-raising School Orchestra and the local band was released after posting $500 bail. Saturday, January 26, Matthew dinner at the Echo Lake Country $3 MuMus, both of which donated Tuesday, January 22, Angel Dellandrino, 24, of Garwood was Club in Westfield. their talents for the evening. Sarah Ordonez-Jimenez, 37, of Elizabeth arrested after being stopped on South The event raised more than Fortune-Langhart of Notting Hill was arrested on an outstanding Avenue near West Broad Street for $40,000 – a new record for the Flower Studio donated flower ar- Westfield warrant following a motor motor vehicle violations. He was group – enabling MOM to help rangements and Westfield resident vehicle stop at South Avenue and charged with possession of less than disadvantaged children in Africa Bill Fallon volunteered his services Livingston Street. He was released 50 grams of a CDS, possession of after posting $500 bail. drug paraphernalia, possession with as well as youngsters impacted by as auctioneer. THANK YOU…Residents of the Our Lady of Peace orphanage in Uganda Hurricane Sandy. Westfield residents Kerry Wednesday, January 23, Kyle Wolf, intent to distribute and possession express their gratitude for donations received from the Mothers on a Mission 20, of Westfield was arrested follow- with intent to distribute within a More than $30,000 will go to the Mooney and Ali Costalos founded fundraiser, which was held recently at Echo Lake Country Club in Westfield. Our Lady of Peace orphanage and MOM. The two women and a group ing an investigation and motor ve- school zone and also a park. the Alanyi Health Center, both in of friends were inspired by the hicle stop on the 600 block of Embree Dellandrino was processed and re- Uganda. These facilities provide book “Half the Sky,” which urges Golden Agers Club Plans Crescent. He was charged with pos- leased after posting a $15,000 bond. vital services to a part of the world an end to the oppression of women session with intent to distribute a Fanwood where children, especially girls, and girls around the world. Controlled Dangerous Substance Wednesday, January 23, a resident have limited access to basic edu- Money raised at the November St. Pat’s Day Celebration (CDS)/marijuana, resisting arrest and of the 10 block of Paul Place reported cation and healthcare. dinner will support the children at obstruction. Wolf was released on his that someone entered her unlocked In addition, more than $10,000 Our Lady of Peace orphanage and SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch niments, followed by a special des- own recognizance with summonses parked motor vehicle and removed a was raised to provide tuition assis- provide them with an education, as Plains Golden Agers Club invites sert. All are welcome to attend. pending a Superior Court date. GPS valued at $260. tance to students affected by Hur- well as furnish the maternity ward members of the community to join The Golden Agers Club allows Thursday, January 24, a burglary Mountainside ricane Sandy at Xavier High School at the healthcare center with beds, the club in celebrating St. Patrick’s senior citizens a chance to meet was reported on the 1900 block of Wednesday, January 23, a resi- in New York City and St. Rose medical equipment and supplies. Day with a trip to The Brownstone with their peers, share ideas, inter- Grandview Avenue, in which one or dent of New Providence Road re- High School in Belmar. Anyone interested in sponsor- in Paterson on Thursday, March 14. act and gather useful information more unknown suspects forcibly en- ported that someone broke the glass More than 200 people attended ing a child at the orphanage, or Tickets are $59 and include musical to enhance daily living. The club tered a residence and took approxi- to his back door, and once inside, the MOM event on November 17 – purchasing equipment for the renditions by Irish tenor Dan Yates meets weekly on Thursdays at 10 mately $2,100 in jewelry. removed an undetermined amount double the attendance of the healthcare center, can visit the accompanied by the Gee Bees Band; a.m., September through June, at Thursday, January 24, a resident of of jewelry. According to police, the group’s inaugural fundraiser, Mothers on a Mission website, an elegant lunch and bus ride from the the Scotch Hills Country Club, lo- the 100 block of Maron Avenue re- master bedroom was ransacked and which was held in November 2010. mothersonamission.vpweb.com. Scotch Hills Country Club departing cated at Plainfield Avenue and ported a theft at her home, in which a laptop computer was found in the at 10 a.m. that morning. Checks should Jerusalem Road in Scotch Plains. one or more unknown suspects took backyard, where it was possibly be made payable to Scotch Plains Birthday celebrations, bingo and an estimated $8,000 worth of jew- dropped as the suspect fled the Recent Home Sales Recreation Commission, and are due social opportunities are a regular elry. The incident occurred some- scene. For more info see: no later than Thursday, March 7. part of weekly meetings. Members time between last November and the Thursday, January 24, Joseph M. http://clerk.ucnj.org/UCPA/DocIndex The menu will feature compli- are invited to offer suggestions for present time. Berkowitz, 18, of Mountainside was mentary drinks, an entrée choice of activities and free luncheons are Thursday, January 24, John arrested on an outstanding juvenile Scotch Plains: 09/27/12 2128 Shady Lane, $380,000. corned beef and cabbage or roasted provided at least one week in each Bacardi, 34, of Metuchen was ar- warrant issued by Winslow Town- Joseph A. De Santis Jr. to Jason chicken and all favorite accompa- month. Special speakers discuss rested and charged with possession ship. He was processed and trans- Stephen C. and Ruth J. Rosenberger various topics. Membership, the- of CDS/less than 50 grams of sus- ported to the Union County juve- to Dale Vernon and Elizabeth Travis Pompeo, 2307 Elizabeth Avenue, $438,000. Dinner to Honor ater, musical revues and fun activ- pected marijuana following a motor nile detention center to await trans- Jr., 22 Essex Road, $589,100. Former Fire Chief ity trips are available to everyone. vehicle stop at North and West portation to Camden County. Gisa Di’Iorio and Michael Califano Scotch Plains: 10/10/12 Interested persons are asked to Dudley Avenues. He was released Thursday, January 24, Ricky S. to Christina Organ and A. Reynolds, American International Rec. Sol. GARWOOD – Liberty Hose Co. 1, call Jean DeTore at (908) 889-4121 on his own recognizance with sum- Terry, 21, of Plainfield was arrested 9 Morgan Way, $670,000. LLC. to Michael J. and Melissa E. Garwood Fire Department will honor for membership information and monses. and charged with possession of sus- Meryl Glassman to Authur G. and Kirkland, $395,000. former Chief Wayne Frew with a Joan Dietrich at (908) 322-4015 for Friday, January 25, an Embree pected marijuana after a motor ve- Deborah Freedman, 42 Wareham Vil- Scotch Plains: 10/19/12 testimonial dinner recognizing his trip details. Court resident reported being the vic- hicle stop on Route 22. He was lage, $335,000. years of service as chief, to the de- tim of a theft. Someone unknown transported to police headquarters, Maria Raposo to Brian V. and Kerry Donnel S. Joyce to Ernest H. and partment and the Borough of W-H, JCC To Present stole an automobile from the drive- processed and released. Kennedy, 1516 Ashbrook Drive, Rose M. Green, 354 Farley Avenue, Garwood. way of the victim’s residence. Thursday, January 24, Damon $485,000. $235,000. The dinner dance will be held on Parenting Workshop Friday, January 25, Shanice Turner, Thomson, 38, of West Orange was Scotch Plains: 10/04/12 John C. and Linda A. Simpson to Saturday, February 16, at The 20, of Plainfield was arrested on an arrested and charged with theft of Barry and Robin Wayne, 2031 Pros- Westwood, 438 North Avenue, Series February 6 outstanding Fanwood warrant for movable property. According to po- Estate of Helen Etling to Ryan and pect Avenue, $597,000. Garwood, starting with a cocktail hour EDISON - The Wardlaw-Hartridge Emily Vey Buehler, 536 William $1,000 pursuant to a motor vehicle lice, Thomson was found in posses- James D. Cleaves Jr. and D. I. Elwell at 7 p.m. Included in the evening’s (W-H) School in Edison and the JCC stop on the 700 block of Lawrence sion of 40,000 copper grounding Street, $340,000. to Charles Kelk, 385 Westfield Road, festivities will be presentations to of Central Jersey are partnering to Richard J. and Lori A. Maccarone Avenue. Turner was processed and clamps, valued at $57,000, which $150,000. members who have achieved 20, 35 present a workshop series designed released after posting bail. did not belong to him. Jr. To Charles S. and Theresa E. R Laione Companies Inc. to Thomas and 50 years of service to the depart- for parents of pre-school aged chil- Couiure, 2408 Malcom Place, Friday, January 25, Joel Vasques, Friday, January 25, Rashan M. and Amy Beversluis, 3 Azalea Court, ment. dren. All three sessions will be held at 27, of Dunellen was arrested at the Mayse, 36, of Newark was arrested $275,000. $530,000. Tickets are $60 per person. Any- The Wardlaw-Hartridge School. Wendell and Cynthia Sutherland to Somerset County jail on an outstand- for driving with a suspended li- Joel L. Horwitz to Joseph Flammia one wishing to attend the celebration The second session, titled “Digital ing Westfield traffic warrant. He was cense after a motor vehicle stop on Sagar Nargunkar and Priyanka Patel, and Annmarie Switzer, 2293 Evergreen of the accomplishments of these vol- Media: Its Affects on Parenting and 118 Donato Circle, $360,000. released after processing and post- New Providence Road. He was pro- Avenue, $435,000. unteer firefighters is asked to contact Education,” will be held Wednesday, ing bail. cessed and released at the scene. Estate of Phyllis Cassetti to Michael Gloria E. Folger to Michael any borough firefighter or to call (908) February 6, at 7 p.m. at W-H. The J. and Rachael M. Rosky, 2250 Old Guadagnini, 2398 Coles Avenue, 789-8877. final session is scheduled for April Farm Road, $425,000. $215,000. 10, 2013. Luoqi Feng and Haixin Yu to Ed- Scotch Plains: 10/19/12 These workshops are free and open ward D. Hiraldo and Rosa Jimenez, to the public. To RSVP or learn more Giacomo A. and Giovannina Paris PUBLIC NOTICE about the parenting workshop series, to James and Tara Kennedy, 2701 Far contact Linda Coleman, Director of TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS View Drive, $722,500. Admission at Wardlaw-Hartridge, at UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY Alice Reilly to Mark and Jennifer Colgate Announces [email protected] or (908) INVITATION TO BIDDERS Trojan, 2274 Old Farm Road, 754-1882, Ext. 110 or Robin Brous, $410,000. Invitations are extended to qualified Bid- Dean’s List JCC Director of Early Childhood Edward J. and Dawn F. White to ders to bid for Demolition and Lot Clear- HAMILTON, N.Y. - The follow- Services, at [email protected] or ance. Stefanie and Brett Stolnick, 2241 (908) 889-8800, Ext. 204. Bids will be accepted only by mail or in Shawnie Path, $660,000. ing students from Colgate University person to the Office of the Township Clerk, Paul Morabito and Susan Barna to were recipients of the Dean’s Award Vets Center-VFW Scotch Plains Municipal Building, 430 Park Richard and Susan Jotz, 1 Black Birch for academic excellence during the Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 2012 fall term at Colgate University. (ATTN: Bozena Lacina, Township Clerk) Road, $595,000. Slate ’50s Dance To be eligible for the Dean’s Award, until 10:00 a.m. on February 28, 2013. Frank J. Constandi to Luz and Juan KENILWORTH – The Kenilworth The Township of Scotch Plains (hereinaf- a Colgate student must achieve a Morales, 1852 Lamberts Mill Road, Veterans Center and Veterans of For- ter “Township”) shall not be responsible for $304,000. minimum 3.30 average while enrolled any mailed bid which is lost in transit or in at least four courses. eign Wars Chapter No. 2230 will host delivered late by the Postal Service or William B. Gundrum to Michael A member of the Colgate class of their annual Valentine’s Day ’50s other delivery service. At the above time, Steburger, 23 Maddaket Village, Dance on Saturday, February 9, from the bids will be publicly opened and read 2016, Sarah Chandler of Westfield is BENEFIT EVENT…Members of Congregation Beth Israel (CBI) and The $290,000. 7 to 11 p.m. at the Kenilworth Veter- Emmanuel Cancer Foundation (ECF) volunteered to model and perform at the aloud. All bids must be presented in sealed Alton Way LLC. to Yan Ma, 7 a graduate of Westfield High School. envelopes, clearly marked “Bid for DEMO- A member of the Colgate class of ans Center, located at 33 South 21st fifth annual Fashion and Talent Show held January 13 at the synagogue. LITION AND LOT CLEARANCE OF 2104 Alton Way, $1,300,000. 2016, Julia Fisher of Westfield is a Street. Proceeds from the fundraiser benefited ECF – a non-profit organization that WESTFIELD ROAD CIRCLE, (Lot 30 Lore Kutsop to Brett A. and Bonnie Tuesdays at Eight will provide clas- provides emotional and material support to New Jersey’s children with cancer Block 2501) graduate of Westfield High School. L. Boyle, 1490 Terrill Road, sic 1950s music. Tickets are $25 and and their families – and CBI, both in Scotch Plains. Lord & Taylor of Westfield All bidders are encouraged to attend a $470,000. A member of the Colgate class of provided the men’s, women’s and children’s clothing worn on the runway. pre-bid inspection of the dwelling and the 2014, Jessica Mondon of Westfield is include draft beer, wine and soda. property to be demolished in order to ex- Mellon Bny to Jessica Kowalski, 8 Models and performers are pictured in CBI’s social hall. a graduate of Westfield High School. Guests are invited to bring their own amine all systems relating to the dwelling. Burnham Village, $250,000. snacks. For tickets or more informa- The date and time of this pre-bid inspec- A member of the Colgate class of Linda J. Ragan and Edward Ragan tion, visit the Kenilworth Veterans tion will be February 11, 2013 at 10:00 to Matthew and Mary Perreault, 15 2014, John Colucci of Westfield is a a.m., unless notified otherwise. graduate of Delbarton School. Center or call (908) 276-9769. No bid will be received after the time and Aberdeen Road, $599,000. date specified. After receipt of the bids, no Jeffrey A. and Vicki L. Dembiec to A member of the Colgate class of bid may be withdrawn within sixty (60) Christopher M. Tan and Kathleen 2013, Peter Williams of Westfield is a days after the date of the bid opening Deschamps, 26 Clydesdale Road, graduate of Westfield High School. Washington College except if provided for herein. The bid of any A member of the Colgate class of Bidder who consents to an extension may $755,000. be held for consideration for a longer pe- Daniel G. and Jamie Garber to 2016, Julia Queller of Westfield is a Announces Dean’s List riod of time as may be agreed upon by Mohamad A. and Laila J. Yatim, 18 graduate of Westfield High School. CHESTERTOWN, Md. - Washing- Bidder and the Township. Clydesdale Road, $709,000. A member of the Colgate class of ton College has announced its Dean’s W&L Announces All bids must be on the forms provided by 2014, Chang Hee Han of Westfield is the Township of Scotch Plains in the Bid Pamela O’Neil to Shuang Liang List for the Fall 2012 semester. Package, and must conform to the speci- and Janet Xiangjun Wang, 48 Cly- a graduate of Union County Acad- Cadet Marches in Jacqueline Hertz of Cranford, class Dean’s List fications, terms and conditions for a fair desdale Road, $645,000. emy of Allied Health Science. of 2013, English major was recog- LEXINGTON, Va. - The following and open contract. Bidders must review Inaugural Parade nized for academic excellence and the bid specifications for any applicable Allen and Beth Klee to Emily Washington and Lee students have bonding requirements. Gullotti and Brenton S. Wolfe, 3 Lexington, Va. – The following achieving a grade point average of earned Dean’s List status for the fall Bidders must have any and all required Round Hill Road, $595,000. Virginia Military Institute cadet was 3.5 or higher for the semester. 2012 term. approvals, qualifications, certifications and/ among the approximately 1,500 David Fishman, of Westfield, a or licenses necessary to perform the ser- PUBLIC NOTICE vices as contained in the bid specifica- who marched in this year’s presi- PUBLIC NOTICE member of the class of 2014. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDED BY tions. dential Inaugural Parade on Janu- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDED BY Krysta Huber, of Westfield, a mem- THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS The Township reserves the right to re- ary 21. THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ber of the class of 2016. ject any or all bids, and to waive immaterial The TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS John P. Gilmartin is from The TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Ho Yee Lam, of Westfield, a mem- informalities, or to accept any bid which, in has awarded a Fair and Open Contract for Westfield. Cadet Gilmartin’s par- has awarded a Fair and Open Contract for ber of the class of 2015. the opinion of the Township of Scotch the following Professional. This Contract, ents are Mr. James F. Gilmartin and the following Professional. This Contract, Plains, will be in the best interest of the and the Resolution authorizing it, are avail- Saint Michael’s Dean’s list status at W&L repre- and the Resolution authorizing it, are avail- Township, all in accordance with the New able for public inspection in the Municipal Ms. Kathy C. Gilmartin. sents a term grade-average of at least able for public inspection in the Municipal Jersey Local Public Contracts Law, Building. Announces Dean’s List The Corps of Cadets marched Building. 3.4 on a 4.0 scale. N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq. In the event of an AWARDED TO: Law Office of Eric COLCHESTER, Vt. - Mariclaire through the heart of Washington AWARDED TO: North American In- equal or tie bid, the Township shall award Morrell, 191 Livingston Avenue, New O’Neill, daughter of Claire and Ed- D.C., from the U.S. Capitol Build- surance Management Corp., 1460 Route the bid to the Bidder which, in the Brunswick, New Jersey 08901 9 North, Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095 Township’s sole discretion, best serves SERVICES: Township Public Defender ward O’Neill of Cranford was named ing to the reviewing stand at the SERVICES: Risk Manager/Consultant the interest of the Township. The Town- TIME PERIOD: Calendar Year 2013 to the Dean’s List for the fall 2012 White House. The Corps was the TIME PERIOD: Calendar Year 2013 ship also reserves the right to reject any DATE: January 8, 2013 semester at Saint Michael’s College. final group in the parade, passing DATE: January 15, 2013 and all bids if sufficient funds are not avail- BOZENA LACINA Mariclaire is a senior English and the president in review at about BOZENA LACINA able and/or appropriated. The selected Municipal Clerk Municipal Clerk Bidder will, within seven (7) days of award 1 T - 1/31/13, The Times Fee: $15.81 psychology major. 6:30 p.m. of the bid, enter into an appropriate con- 1 T - 1/31/13, The Times Fee: $15.81 tract with the Township. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE All bidders must comply with N.J.S.A. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDED BY NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDED BY NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDED BY 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27, relat- THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDED BY ing to Equal Employment Opportunities. Chatham University THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS All Bidders must also comply with the The TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS The TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS The TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Americans with Disabilities Act, where has awarded a Fair and Open Contract for has awarded a Fair and Open Contract for has awarded a Fair and Open Contract for The TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Announces Grads applicable. the following Professional. This Contract, the following Professional. This Contract, the following Professional. This Contract, has awarded a Fair and Open Contract for PITTSBURGH, Pa. - The follow- All Bidders must comply with P.L. 2004, and the Resolution authorizing it, are avail- and the Resolution authorizing it, are avail- and the Resolution authorizing it, are avail- the following Professional. This Contract, c.57 and be registered with the N.J. Divi- able for public inspection in the Municipal able for public inspection in the Municipal able for public inspection in the Municipal and the Resolution authorizing it, are avail- ing local students graduated from sion of Revenue. Each bid must be accom- Building. Building. Building. able for public inspection in the Municipal Chatham University on December panied by a State of New Jersey Business AWARDED TO: Remington, Vernick AWARDED TO: Suzette Cavadas, AWARDED TO: Theresa Mullen, Esq., Building. 16, 2012 during the Commencement Registration Certificate for the contractor & Vena Engineers, 3 Jocama Boule- Esq., 88 Pacific Street, Suite 1, Newark, 11 Commerce Drive, Cranford, New AWARDED TO: Decotiis, Fitzpatrick Ceremony held at the University’s and any subcontractor. Any bid submitted vard, Suite 300-400, Old Bridge New New Jersey 07105 Jersey 07016 & Cole LLP, Glenpointe Center West, without the aforesaid business registration Jersey 08857 SERVICES: Township Prosecutor SERVICES: Township Prosecutor 500 Frank W. Burr Boulevard, Suite 31, Athletic and Fitness Center. certificate shall be rejected according to SERVICES: Township Engineer TIME PERIOD: Calendar Year 2013 TIME PERIOD: Calendar Year 2013 Teaneck, New Jersey 07666 Karen Hoover of Cranford, gradu- law. TIME PERIOD: Calendar Year 2013 AMOUNT: $18,000 (total service con- AMOUNT: $18,000 (total service con- SERVICES: Township Attorney ated with a Doctor of Occupational BY ORDER OF THE TOWNSHIP OF AMOUNT: $48,000 tract) tract) TIME PERIOD: Calendar Year 2013 Therapy. SCOTCH PLAINS OF THE COUNTY OF DATE: January 15, 2013 DATE: January 8, 2013 DATE: January 8, 2013 DATE: January 15, 2013 UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY. BOZENA LACINA BOZENA LACINA BOZENA LACINA BOZENA LACINA Manjari Rele of Westfield, gradu- Bozena Lacina, Township Clerk Municipal Clerk Municipal Clerk Municipal Clerk Municipal Clerk ated with a Doctor of Occupational 1 T - 1/31/13, The Times Fee: $73.44 1 T - 1/31/13, The Times Fee: $17.34 1 T - 1/31/13, The Times Fee: $17.34 1 T - 1/31/13, The Times Fee: $17.34 1 T - 1/31/13, The Times Fee: $16.32 Therapy. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 31, 2013 Page 19 Auditions for Minuetto Music Festival’s Young Artist SUMMIT — Continuo Arts an- other openings garnered from the nounces auditions for its 2013 Milton connections and introductions Cross Young Artist Showcase, a com- made. petition for vocal artists young in Throughout the festival, conduc- their careers. Auditions are not open tors, choir directors, artists’ repre- calls and appointments are required. sentatives and others who employ To schedule a live audition, call (908) and promote young artists are in- 264-5324 or e-mail vited and attend the various festival [email protected]. Materials concerts. may also be submitted electronically. The Milton Cross Young Artist Visit www.continuoarts.com for de- Showcase honors the famed radio tails. announcer from the Metropolitan The Milton Cross Young Artist Opera, Milton Cross. “Mr. Cross Showcase aims to identify young was dedicated to promoting the ca- vocalists with a bright future. Young reers of young performers, and The artists will compete with the winners Continuo Arts Foundation is pleased selected for two levels of awards: The to honor Mr. Cross by naming the Milton Cross Award Winners and the young artist program, The Milton Rising Artist Winners. Cross Young Artist Showcase” said The Young Artists selected will have Artistic Director Candace Wicke. the opportunity to perform on the Great uncle to Summit’s Janet Young Artist Showcase Concert and Whitman, and the original “voice” with the Minuetto Symphonic Cho- of the Met for 43 years until his rus and Orchestra at the Festival Fi- passing in 1975, he debuted as nar- nale Concert the last week of June. In rator for the Metropolitan Opera on addition the top winners will be its first radio broadcast, “Hansel MONTHLY CONCERT...Eric Ewazen and Jenny Cline will perform at The awarded with solo and duet opportu- and Gretel,” on Christmas Day in Musical Club of Westfield’s free monthly concert series on Wednesday, February nities in the opera and concert selec- 1931. 13, at 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Westfield, 170 Elm Street. tion, which include opera selections The Minuetto Music Festival will from Rossini’s “Il Barbiere di take place the week of June 24-29. Siviglia” and the Vaughn Williams The Young Artist Showcase will be Musical Club of Westfield to TRIBUTE TO THE PRESIDENTS…Dr. Ted Schlosberg, Founder and Execu- “Dona Nobis Pacem.” Tuesday, June 25, the Thursday, tive Director of the New Jersey Workshop for the Arts and a member of the Union The 2012 Milton Cross Award June 27, concert will feature inter- Municipal Band, will be a featured soloist on the French horn for the band’s winners were Judy Marchman from national artists and the Festival Fi- Perform Free Concert President’s Day Concert on Monday, February 11. Dr. Schlosberg will perform the University of Miami, and Sharon nale Concert with Symphonic cho- WESTFIELD — The Musical perform “Sonata Number 1” by Eric the Richard Strauss “Concerto for Horn, No. 1 in E flat major op 11” at the Byrne, a local resident. Sharon rus, orchestra and soloists will be Club of Westfield’s free monthly Ewazen. concert in the Hannah Caldwell School Auditorium, 1120 Commerce Avenue in Union. The performance begins at 7:45 p.m. and is free to the public. Byrne is the mezzo-soprano soloist Saturday, June 29. concert series continues with a con- Dr. Erwazen teaches at Julliard and alto section leader at Calvary The Minuetto Music Festival is cert on Wednesday, February 13, at and writes in a neo-romantic style, Episcopal Church in Summit. As a sponsored by The Grand Summit 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of which makes use of lyrical melo- result of their participation in the Hotel and Peapack-Gladstone Bank. Westfield, 170 Elm St. dies and driving rhythmic figures. POPCORN competition and the Minuetto Mu- Concerts take place at Central Pres- The program offers an exciting The sonata was written for flutist sic Festival, last season’s artists have byterian Church, 70 Maple Street, range of music from the Baroque, Marya Martin and was premiered at Gangster Squad gone on to performance opportuni- Summit. Details are available by Classical and Contemporary eras. the 2011 National Flute Associa- ties such as the Chicago Lyric Op- calling (908) 264-5324 or by visit- Debbie Parente-Rosin and Beverly tion Convention. An Offer you can Refuse era, Miami’s Riunite Opera, teach- ing the website Shea will play selections from The public is invited to meet the 2 popcorns ing and conducting positions and www.continuoarts.com. Brahms “Hungarian Dances” for artists at a reception after the con- One Popcorn, Poor — Two Popcorns, Fair — Three Popcorns, Good — Four Popcorns, Excellent piano four hands. Debra Biderman cert with light refreshment. and Lubove Schnable, violin and The Musical Club of Westfield is Brenda Day, piano will offer the a 501c(3) non-profit organization By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER eclectic bunch of crime fighters Crescent Concerts Series to Film Critic “Trio Sonata in D minor Wg. 145” founded in 1915 with the mission extraordinaire represent a type for by C.P.E. Bach. Jenny Cline, flute to foster and encourage music per- A typical shoot em’ up, director every demography. Coleman Harris and Mary Beth McFall, piano will formance and scholarship. Ruben Fleischer’s version of how a (Anthony Mackie) is the only law in Present Student Musicians special police team was able to rid the ghetto; Robert Patrick’s Max PLAINFIELD - Five outstanding Elizabeth is 14 years old and attends Los Angeles of gangster Mickey Kennard is a rootin’- tootin’, sharp young musicians, 16 years old or the Manhattan School of Music Pre- Rahway Arts District Seeks Cohen’s megalomaniacal control shooting cowboy; and Giovanni younger, will present music for piano College under the tutelage of Elizabeth can’t help but dredge up current Ribisi is the compulsory geek. and for violin Sunday, February 10, at Failey, and Stephen Clapp of Juillard events. With each firefight, and fol- And, perhaps as homage to its 3 p.m. in the sanctuary of the Crescent School of music. She began piano les- Vendors for Artists’ Flea lowing every vile spate of gratuitous filmic progenitor, there’s even the Avenue Presbyterian Church, at the sons at age five, violin lessons at age brutality, the American appetite for young, uninvited warrior, anxious to corner of Seventh Street and Crescent eight and singing at age 10. She re- RAHWAY - Rahway Arts District major transportation arteries. Con- bloodshed is affirmed. It boggles the fight alongside the big boys. Por- Avenue in Plainfield. The concert is cently won first place in the Wharton is now seeking vendor applications venient parking is located nearby. mind. trayed by Horst Bucholz (Chico) in the second in this year’s Crescent Music Center Young Artists and is a for Artists’ Flea, a curated market of Inside and outside vendor space is So we ponder the same old argu- the aforesaid classic, here he is Concerts Series. finalist in the Adelphi Chamber Or- art, fine craft, vintage and antique limited. Sellers may apply using the ment, the bevy of rehashed rational- Navidad Ramirez, played by Michael The exceptionally talented young chestra Concerto Competition, held at goods, and artist supplies. The event online application form on the izations: Guns don’t kill people; Hol- Peña. No surprise, there is an infinite artists include Irene Koc of the Dimenna Hall. Past violin, piano will take place on Saturday, April ArtsRahway.com website (click on lywood, by its example, kills people. supply of Cohen henchmen, anxious Bridgewater, Jonathan Wong of Bask- and singing competitions include the 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or “Display,” then “Artists Flea”) Or, does it merely reflect and tacitly to die in his iniquitous service. ing Ridge, Elizabeth Hendy of Bask- Golden Key Festival, YPMP(NJ), shine. through Friday, March 1. There is a celebrate the social illness diagnosed However, while unabashedly de- ing Ridge, Claudia Hu of Raritan, and APTA, and the Apollo Theater Ama- Artists and artisans, vintage and non-refundable $10 vendor applica- in Michael Moore’s “Bowling for rivative, and knowing full well it isn’t Elliot Tang of River Edge. They will teur Night. She has performed in the antique dealers, gourmet food ven- tion fee. Additional booth fees, table Columbine” (2002)? Case in point: going to attract viewers with a seri- perform music by Haydn, Mozart, Carnegie Recital Hall, Merkin Hall dors, and sellers of art supplies will or tent rentals, are listed in the appli- Consciously or not, “Gangster Squad” ous historic interest, Gangster Squad Chopin, Beethoven, Liszt, and Dimenna Hall from 2009 -2012 have the opportunity to buy, sell, cation form and charged separately fills the trough of savagery. is cautious to strut its carnage and Mendelssohn, Albenez, Rachmaninoff, Multiple competition winner, and trade their goods. Artists’ Flea upon vendor acceptance/confirma- “Inspired by a true story,” which butchery just a degree north of and Ravel. Claudia has appeared numerous times will unite the best of the New Jersey tion. could be interpreted to mean any- campiness. The opening scene, Irene, a ninth grader at Bridgewater- at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, and New York creative communities Except for artist supplies, selling thing, in and of itself this film is wherein Cohen means to send an Raritan High School, is a student of Dr. Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall, with buyers that enjoying discover- wholesale factory-made products is inconsequential. It is neither histori- ugly warning to his Chicago counter- Julia Lam. Under Dr. Lam’s mentoring Steinway Hall (New York City), and ing unique products. not permitted. This is a curated mar- cally accurate nor elucidative. Yet, on part, unmistakably sets the sadistic and guidance, she has received six First the Saint Nicolo Auditorium in Artists’ Flea will feature a curated ket to ensure the integrity of the its own terms, filling a segment of tone. Place awards in Solo, Duo, and Duet Chioggia (VE, Italy), as well as other selection of fine art, jewelry, experience for both buyers and sell- society’s strange demand, it is effec- All of which makes this formu- from the NJ Music Educators Associa- various venues. Claudia’s competi- wearables, artist supplies and mate- ers; therefore, submission does not tive. That it’s about subduing a known laic, factory-made slab of fodder a tion (MEA) and is a two-time First tion accomplishments include the rials, crafts by local artisans and guarantee acceptance. pariah gives permission to spray the cultural curiosity. Fact is, the blood Place Winner in the NJ Music Teachers 2010 Gold Prize of the Young Artist designers, antique and repurposed A complete list of participating red dye 3 without compunction. and guts crowd could lap up much Association (NJMTA) Composer Com- and Concerto One-Movement Divi- furniture, vintage clothing and ac- vendors will be published in early The formula is familiar. And sadly, more hemoglobin spillage by feast- missioned Competition. She has been a sions and the 2012 Gold Prize of the cessories, collectibles and antiques, April. For more information, visit so is the conveyor belt delivery of ing on any of several slice-and-dice six-time Winner in the Cecilian Young Young Artist and Solo Competition and gourmet packaged food. ArtsRahway.com, email murder and mayhem... a veritable horror films now playing at the Bijou. Artist Competition resulting in per- of the Young Pianist Competition of The market will take place in the [email protected], or call the smorgasbord of barbarity, executed One wonders if clothing the slaugh- forming at the Alice Tully Hall and the New Jersey. She has been studying Rahway Arts District, just minutes Rahway Arts District office at (732) in Rube Goldberg style. You see, plain ter in a gangster tale makes it more Zankel Hall of Carnegie Hall. She won the piano for seven years with Yelena from the Rahway Train Station and 540-1075. old fashioned killing isn’t enough for appetizing. Second Place in the NJMTA Young Ivanov. today’s jaded, sanguinary tastes. You If I were smart enough, I’d teach Musicians Competitions in her age cat- Born in 1998, Elliot began piano have to mix it up, add some explo- the speculated link between movie egory in 2011. at age of four and has been studying sions, and shock us with something gunplay and the epidemic assault on Jonathan is a junior at Ridge High with pianist Beatrice Long since 2008. really disgusting. real-life Americans in a three-credit School in Basking Ridge. He started Among the numerous top awards that However, for those who say they seminar at Harvard, especially if they the piano at age six and has studied with he received are First Prize in the 2011 can separate alleged entertainment threw in a dental plan. While only a Tomoko Harada for the past five years. Annual Competition of NJ Music from any social castigation lodged footnote, “Gangster Squad” is symp- He is a distinguished winner of many Educators Association, Grand Prix by a bleeding heart film critic, this is tomatic of a psychosocial disease that piano competitions, including the 2012 of 2011 National Young Artists Cham- rousing stuff. Featuring decent pro- menaces us with no less virulence New York Concerti Sinfonietta Shin- ber Music Competition of the Na- duction standards and fairly capable than any of history’s plagues. ing Stars Debut Soloists Competition, tional League of Performance Arts, direction, the neo-Chinatown (1974), … the 2012 NJMTA Young Musicians INC, and Second Prize from 2012 L.A. Confidential (1997) genre offers Gangster Squad, rated R, is a Competition, and the 2011 Crescendo Federation of Music Clubs Annual a good excuse to excitingly recreate Warner Bros. Pictures release directed International Music Competition. In Competition. He has performed in the postwar period. by Ruben Fleischer and stars Sean addition to being a high honor roll Carnegie Hall, Steinway Gallery in Emulating those last breaths of Penn, Josh Brolin and Emma Stone. student, Jonathan is a photographer Paramus, Lile Hall in Summit and the film noir era, the art direction Running time: 113 minutes and competitive ice hockey player. Ingalls Hall of NJ City University. He splays its graphic interpretation across is currently in the ninth grade at River the screen in movie poster color, con- Dell High School. WINTER CONCERT...On Sunday, February 10, at 3 p.m., the New Jersey cerned more with artistic paean than Tickets at $20 ($15 for seniors and Workshop for the Arts (NJWA) Concert Band, under the direction of conductor period accuracy. But the costumes Students to Perform in $5 for students) may be purchased at Howard Toplansky, will perform a winter concert at Temple Emanu-El in are great, as are the cars, the interior the door. Handicap access and bath- Westfield. design and the appurtenances. And rooms and large print programs are most of the actors know not to play GNYO With NJ Symphony available. For more information call their characters too seriously. NEWARK — Six Westfield stu- Constantine Kitsopoulos conducts. (908) 756-2468. NJWA Concert Band to Unfortunately, Sean Penn, argu- dents will perform in the Greater Interactive Pre-Concert Adven- Funding for this concert has been ably the most talented of the crew, Newark Youth Orchestra’s (GNYO) tures begin at 1 p.m. in the Pruden- made possible in part by the New can’t quite find a comfortable spot annual side-by-side concert with tial Hall lobby. The activities, which Jersey Council on the Arts, Depart- Play at Temple Emanu-El between actual portrayal and the New Jersey Symphony Orches- are free to all ticket holders, in- ment of State, a partner agency of the WESTFIELD — On Sunday, Feb- “Hall of Fame” by Joseph Olivadoti, cartoonish caricature. Banged up to tra (NJSO) at the NJSO’s “Peter clude ready-to-play child-sized or- National Endowment of the Arts, ruary 10, at 3 p.m., the New Jersey and “Le Sabre” by Eric Osterling. appear like the former boxer Cohen and the Wolf” family concert on chestral instruments provided by through a grant administered by the Workshop for the Arts (NJWA) Con- Rounding out this concert will be was, he is a ranting psychopath remi- Saturday, February 9, at 2 p.m. at Touch the Music with Claudia Union County Office of Cultural and cert Band, under the direction of “Hills of Manchuria” Waltz by Ilya niscent of Al Pacino’s Tony Montana the New Jersey Performing Arts Baumgaertner Lemmerz, allowing Heritage Affairs. conductor Howard Toplansky, will Shatrov, “Tango for Band” by Glenn (Scarface), but looking more like his Center (NJPAC) in Newark. young perform a winter concert at Temple Osser and, “La Bella Roma” by Big Boy Caprice in Dick Tracy. Westfield High School student concertgoers to Emanu-El, 756 East Broad Street in John Cacavas. Less problematic is Josh Brolin as Jenny Amador plays the cello, play the instru- Westfield. This is the second of a For further information about the the handsomely square-jawed Sgt. Michael Aronson the trumpet, Liam ments. four concert series for the 2012- concert or to learn how to become a John O’Mara, handpicked by the even Keller the double base and Edmund Pre-concert ac- 2013 concert season. The event is member of the NJWA Concert Band, more square-jawed Chief Parker Han and Mary-Walker Rippe the tivities also in- open to the public and admission is call (908) 789-9696 or e-mail at (Nick Nolte) to lead the intrepid crew viola. Roosevelt Intermediate clude a craft sta- $10 per person. [email protected]. of stereotypical misfits. Of course School student Grace Ascione plays tion, photo booth “We are delighted to be invited this ultra dangerous mission is some- the viola in GNYO, the celebrated and a station at back to play at Temple Emanu-El. thing the war hero just has to do if student orchestra of the NJSO. which children can Our musical selections are geared Reading is good for you! L.A. is to be a safe place for the baby The student orchestra will per- practice tying to please a variety of musical tastes he and his wife are expecting. form alongside the NJSO for knots like the ones and range from Renaissance to Rag- A tad less clichéd, but also written “Berceuse and Finale” from Peter used to cap- time favorites,” stated Toplansky. to characterize the plight of returning Stravinsky’s “The Firebird.” The ture the wolf in the “Donna Juanita” Overture by Franz WWII veterans trying to reassimilate program features Prokofiev’s “Pe- classic story. von Suppe, “Selections of George into society, Ryan Gosling is Sgt. ter and the Wolf” —with Bob All tickets for Gershwin” by David Bennett, and Jerry Wooters. He drinks, but isn’t McGrath of “Sesame Street” fame “Peter and the “Sarabande” by Carl Bohm will be cynical to the point of ruling out the narrating — and the Allegro molto Wolf” are $15 and featured on this program. from Rimsky-Korsakov’s are available for YOUNG ARTIST…Erica Papillion-Posey, a Minuetto chance of true love. It only figures Music Festival 2012 Rising Star Artist, is currently playing The concert will also offer “Fire that he and Mickey Cohen’s main Scheherazade. purchase online at Carmen at the Greater Miami Opera. This performance Dance” and “Sea Trilogy” both by squeeze, Grace (Emma Stone), sup- The concert is the NJSO’s fifth www.njsymphony.org opportunity was the result of connections she made during Elliot Del Borgo and “Watermelon ply the film’s taboo romance. annual Gretchen Lochner Gonzales or by phone at the Minuetto Music Festival. Young Artist Applications Club Rag” by J. B. Lampe. Several All recruited/introduced in Mag- Memorial Family Concert, which (800) ALLEGRO are now being accepted for the 2013 season, visit fine marches will also be performed goleader.com/subscribe nificent Seven (1960) fashion, the honors the late NJSO cellist. (255.3476). www.continuoarts.com for details. on this program, which include Page 20 Thursday, January 31, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

Washington School’s Toy HiStory Mixed Learning With Laughs By CHRISTIE STORMS Fallon, respectively. Co-President, Kip Brindle, who had Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times These dolls and action figures, be- the audience howling with laughter WESTFIELD — What happens longing to the fictional Hamilton fam- as the toddler who stomps through when historical figures from different ily, were accidentally tossed into a box the daycare center ripping toys limb centuries spend a few hours together? donated to a local daycare center. They from limb, reminiscent of Godzilla’s Fun, music, mayhem, and even a his- had to learn to put aside their differ- attack on Tokyo. tory lesson or two, as performed by the ences — and perform some enjoyable There was even a bit of a show Washington School Players last week- song and dance numbers — as they within a show, as the Hamiltons’ end in their 66th annual production, searched for a way back to Westfield. search for the lost historical figures Toy HiStory. The road home was not without its brought them to Washington School, Inspired by the popular Toy Story villains. When Lucky Luciano and Al where teachers were busy preparing movies, the show employed the idea of Capone offered to do them a “favor,” for the annual performance. toys coming to life. Only instead of the toys narrowly escaped. Here, real-life Principal Andrew focusing on Buzz Lightyear and Woody, Meanwhile, the audience was treated Perry and his staff delighted the it featured George Washington, Amelia to the mobsters’ original version of crowd by moving and grooving to Earhart, General George Patton, and “My Favorite ‘Tings,” penned by Taio Cruz’s “Dynamite.” Joan of Arc trading barbs with the likes co-director Phil Leary, and per- Back at the daycare center, the of Cleopatra and Elvis Presley por- formed with Mafia-style gusto by toys persevered among the Bratz Eric Nierstedt for The Westfield Leader and The Times trayed by Mark Parmelee, Greg John Potamousis and Scott Singer. dolls and General Patton’s (tap-danc- SANDY BENEFIT...Transit Radio, above, perform at Westfield High School (WHS) during a concert Friday night to Simpson, Roselle Schjong, Sheila The true threat to the toys was ing) army, and also witnessed Barbie benefit Hurricane Sandy victims, as well as support Helping Hands, a WHS program which helps local families in crisis. Wiggins, Julie Shanebrook and Bill Terrible Timmy, portrayed by PTO and Ken (Jill and Kevin Spellman) disco-dancing the night away dur- ing the show’s couples’ number, the Bee Gees’ “Night Fever.” WHS Hosts Former and Current It was all Ken could do to physi- cally restrain Barbie from throwing herself at Elvis (Bill Fallon), who Bands for Hurricane Sandy Relief gyrated his way through an amusing rendition of Presley’s “Burning By ERIC NIERSTEDT with their bassist Connor Wynne) points about their Westfield his- Love.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and to encourage dancing on the tory, but also displaying their lyrics And no Washington School Show WESTFIELD — With Hurricane floor. on a stage projector. Having per- would be complete without a show- Sandy’s effects still being felt across The high-energy performance formed together for over thirty stopping men’s number. This year the state, Westfield High School was followed by Hammond, led by years, the Dogs knew how to capti- the students’ dads sashayed their se- (WHS) hosted a three-hour concert WHS teacher Jay Ruggierio. Blend- vate the audience, as they performed quined skirts to Carly Rae Jepsen’s on Friday night to raise funds for ing elements of Tom Petty and al- various sixties-blues rock songs – “Call Me Maybe,” with the audience relief efforts. The event featured ternative rock group, Sister Hazel, often throwing in harmonica, or on insisting on an encore. bands comprised of current and the group performed excellent one song, spoons – backed by a An annual tradition since 1948 former Westfield students, as well jangle-pop rock such as “Got It,” group of WHS students called the and still the school’s largest as WHS teachers. the Traveling Wilbury’s-esque “Last Jovian Horns. fundraiser, the show is always writ- The event, which sold close to 200 Call for Happiness,” and the hooky Their material ranged from the ten, directed, performed and pro- tickets, was hosted by WHS stu- “California.” The group also showed Mississippi-Delta based “Gridlock duced by Washington School par- dents Alexandra Palutucci and stu- dexterity with a faithful cover of in my Heart” to the humorous ents and staff. dent council President Alex Jeffery, Pink Floyd’s “Time.” “Buddy Holly Not Fade Away,” Carl Pansini, who handles the who referred to themselves as “Alex This was followed by a band made which name dropped several songs show’s public relations and addi- and Alex.” The funds were divided up of former WHS students, Static by the famed fifties singer. tionally choreographed the couples’ between a pair of sources – St. Paul’s Jacks, who were clearly the band To end the night, the Dogs then number with his wife, Suzanne, es- Methodist Church, which had been the audience was most eager to see thanked the audience, the bands, timated more than 60 percent of working with Sandy relief, and (which made it surprising they did and then invited the groups back up Photo courtesy of Charlie Bowman parents dedicated their time. Helping Hands (HH), a WHS pro- not headline). Attendees crowded for a run through the rock classics COMPANY B…General George Patton (Greg Simpson) struts off the stage with his Company B tap dancers, Sheila Wiggins, left, Kelley Schultz, right, and Gina “We have approximately 318 stu- gram designed to raise money for the stage as the Jacks performed a “Twist and Shout” and “Johnny B. Bergman, during the Washington School Show, Toy HiStory. dents in 250 families, with over 150 students/local families in crisis. high energy set, well-tuned through Goode” as the WHS auditorium people working on the show, whether In this case, HH will provide as- the touring the group had done for filled with dancing. in it or behind the scenes,” Mr. sistance to the family of Mark their debut album If You’re Young. Donations can be made out to Pansini said. Halloway, a Westfield student who But while the group performed WHS with “Relief Efforts” on the First-time scriptwriter, John passed away recently due to symp- well, there was an aloofness to their memo line. Mailed donations can Schwartz, told The Westfield Leader toms related to the flu. performance. They only spoke to be sent to Westfield High School, and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood “Alex and Alex” worked hard on the crowd once, and mostly pushed c/o Lori Scicolone, 550 Dorian Times he wanted to write something the event, and were extremely through their set without stopping, Road Westfield, N.J., 07090. fun and clever but also include “his- pleased with the turnout, despite giving a well-performed, but less Visit whsbenefit.weebly.com for tory as a focal point.” the snow falling outside. “The poor then heartfelt show. more information. “In modern culture, it’s a 24-hour weather didn’t stop us from having The night’s final band, The Fly- news cycle,” Mr. Schwartz said. “But a successful night, which shows just ing Dogs of Jupiter were, by con- you can learn a lot from the past and how incredible our community is,” trast, extremely audience friendly, www.goleader.com we tend to forget that…History helps Alex Palatucci said. not only speaking about various keep you grounded and understand The evening started strong with that nothing is really new.” Transit Radio (TR), comprised of Mr. Schwartz explained the show Westfield’s youngest up and com- Stars On Stage Winter/ itself is a “microcosm of history.” ing musicians. Led by singer/gui- He also managed to incorporate lo- tarist Colin Barry, the group tore cal history into some scenes, includ- through their set of original songs, Spring Program Announced ing having the Hamilton children from the Blink 182-ish “Don’t Let METUCHEN — The Forum The- formances, open to the public, on discover how Westfield was formerly Go,” the power-pop “Project Revo- atre Professional Theatre Program the Forum Theater stage. known as “The West Fields of Eliza- lution” and the very appropriate for Kids, Stars On Stage, will begin Students also learn respect for beth.” “Welcome to Jersey.” The band classes on Saturday February 16. the arts, what it takes to be in an After the performance, he said he danced around the stage widely, Now in its sixth season, Stars On ensemble and most importantly, felt “overjoyed” to see his script come and took plenty of time to engage Stage students learn every aspect of self-esteem and self-confidence. Photo courtesy of Charlie Bowman to life and was very appreciative of all the audience in humorous banter musical theatre. From auditioning Stars on Stage will present an origi- GANGNAM STYLE…Brian Tortorella leads the gang Gangnam Style with those involved. (rather then sell merchandise to help to script work, singing and chore- nal revue, And The Tony Goes To... “Let’s Go” dancers, pictured, left to right, Janine Kennedy, Suzanne Pansini, raise funds, TR auctioned off a date ography all culminating in four per- Songs and scenes from classic Nancy Ciano, Jennifer Melvin, Mindy Cullen, Nicole Pedersen, Heather Robinson, Toy HiStory was produced by Mike Melissa Goldman and Gina Tortorella during Washington School’s fundraiser, Constantinou, Mike Guarnuccio, Marc Broadway and contemporary Tony Toy HiStory. Fishman and Liz Mulholland. Award winning and losing shows Katie Garguilo, who co-directed will be the focus. Students will learn with Mr. Leary, said of the school Coffee with a Conscience the history of the greatest musicals, community’s collaborative effort, as well as perform scenes and songs “People can’t believe how it really from these shows. does take a village.” Series to Host Beaucoup Blue All students are welcome to join She praised all the parents for vol- WESTFIELD — The Coffee With concert and the featured artists, visit the program whether they have any unteering their individual talents. For Conscience Concert Series contin- beaucoupblue2.eventbrite.com onstage experience or not. It is the example, the script called for six ac- ues its thirteenth season by present- The Coffee With Conscience desire to work with others in a cre- tual dolls to be shown in the toy box ing the acclaimed father and Son Concert Series is a seven-show se- ative, learning environment that before “coming to life” as actors. Par- duo from Philadelphia, Beaucoup ries running from October through matters most of all. ent Tina Macry was able to not only Blue. The concert will take place May at the First United Methodist The cost for the 11-week pro- sew them from scratch, but match on Saturday, February 16, at the Church of Westfield. The Series gram is $650 with discounts for their costumes to the actors’ ward- First United Methodist Church of supports the following charities: siblings. Registration for students robes. Westfield, 1 East Broad Street (cor- Contact We Care (Westfield), ages eight to 14 will be on Monday, Ms. Garguilo said while the script is ner of North Avenue) in Westfield. Homefirst (Plainfield), Habitat for February 4, and Tuesday, February chosen in the spring and developed Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. and Humanity (Plainfield), the Com- 5, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The program over the summer, the parents really the concert begins at 8 p.m. Admis- munity Food Bank of NJ (Hilside) begins Saturday, February 16, with enjoy “so much camaraderie” work- sion is $19 on line and $23 at the and the Keith Knost Special Needs performances on May 17, 18 and ing closely together the entire month door. Fund (Mountainside). Each benefi- 19. of January. This concert will benefit the Com- ciary has at least one concert dedi- To register by phone or for more “When it’s all over, you kind of miss munity FoodBank of New Jersey. cated to it during the season. information call (732) 548-5600. Photo courtesy of Charlie Bowman it,” Ms. Garguilo said. “That happens Tickets can be purchased online in SMOOTH CRIMINALS…In Toy HiStory, Washington School’s annual to me every year where a couple of advance by going to: fundraiser, smooth criminals, Lucky Luciano, left, (John Potamousis) and Al weeks later, I feel like, hmm, I could beaucoupblue2.eventbrite.com Capone (Scott Singer) plot to block the historical figures’ escape from Sunshine really go for a rehearsal right now.” Beaucoup Blue is the Philadel- Daycare Center. phia based duo of David and Adrian Mowry. Father and son have been The Town Book Store to Host performing their music strongly rooted in the blues, up and down Children’s Author Ken Schwarz the eastern seaboard. Bridging many WESTFIELD — The Town Book Ken also attended Kean University gaps in American music, their soul- Store will host Ken Schwarz, author and Marywood University for post ful traditional and contemporary of the children’s book, “The Happy graduate studies in graphic design style mesh into an innovative and Spaceship” on Saturday, February 2, and teacher certification on the post authentic sound. from 2 - 4 p.m. secondary level. He is the former Although blues is a staple in their Bright and colorful, “The Happy principal of KS Creative Art Services repertoire, they also base their love Spaceship” tells the simple story of and recently retired as a graphic com- in music from folk, soul, R&B, jazz, three young boys who dream of fly- munications coordinator at Somerset country, and bluegrass. All these ing in a spaceship so they plan and County Technology Institute (now interests and influences come out build their own from household items Raritan Valley Community College). in their original songwriting in a allowing their imaginations to take He currently illustrates and paints unique way. them to the places they have dreamt and teaches part time at the duCret A handsome range of instruments of. This book is based on the author’s School of Art. - six and 12 string guitars, slide childhood memories growing up in a Meet Ken Schwarz at The Town guitar, Dobro and the two soulful small town in the 1950s. Times were Book Store located at 270 East Broad voices - blend together like only simpler then and boyhood dreams of Street in Westfield (corner of East family members can, affecting au- space travel lived only in their hearts Broad and Elmer Streets). If you are diences wherever they perform. BEAUCOUP BLUE...The Coffee With a Conscience Concert Series continues its Photo courtesy of Charlie Bowman thirteenth season by presenting the acclaimed father and son duo from Philadel- and minds. unable to attend this event, feel free BURNING LOVE…Elvis Presley (Bill Please listen and hear for your- phia, Beaucoup Blue. The concert will take place on Saturday, February 16, at the Kenneth Schwarz is a graphic art- to call The Town Book Store at (908) Fallon) proves he is still the “King” self what this unique family duo First United Methodist Church of Westfield, 1 East Broad Street (corner of North ist and teacher. He is a graduate of the 233-3535 to reserve an autographed during his presentation of “Burning has to offer. Avenue). Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 8 p.m. Admission duCret School of Art in Plainfield. copy of “The Happy Spaceship.” Love” during Toy HiStory. For more information about this is $19 on line and $23 at the door. Community FoodBank of New Jersey. Page S-1 Thursday, January 31, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary HEAVYWEIGHT JON EL-KHOURY, MAROKVITCH PULL OFF KEY VICTORIES OVER FARMERS Cougar Matmen Match Up Well in Triumph over Union

By DAVID B. CORBIN good things,” Farmer Head Coach Markovitch recorded a low single- “I was giving up some weight, converted a far leg takedown to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Dino DeBellonia said. leg takedown, but Gibki escaped so I knew I had to go out there a cradle and pinned Noel Ramos Match-ups made a huge differ- The next match-up was just as and added a double-leg takedown. and wrestle smart. He was strong. in 23 seconds. Cougar Jeff Weiss ence in the breadth of the out- tense for a while when Cougar Markovitch added a reversal, but I got a little sloppy at points. I received a forfeit at 220-lbs then come between the 11-3 Cranford Kyle Markovitch jumped up to Gibki got a reversal early in the didn’t get worried, because I the next key bout came in the High School wrestling team and 182-lbs to do battle with Steve second period when Markovitch knew I would be able to come heavyweight class between Jon the 6-7 Union Farmers in Cranford Gibki. Right from the whistle, got out of position on his leg back. I was trying to work the El-Khoury and Kris Lewis, who on January 23. The Cougars took had just placed second at the advantage of their perfect fit and Union County Tournament. also won two key bouts to seize After a scoreless first period, a 72-3 victory. El-Khoury escaped, added a An expected victory came in the takedown and quickly inserted a first bout of the evening at 152-lbs half nelson, body press to pin when Cougar Corey Birch recorded Lewis in 3:55. a takedown then pinned Vic Azereda “I was aware that he placed with a yank-and-crank in 1:07. In second in counties. I knew not to a very evenly matched 160-lb bout, take him for granted. I just went Cougar Matt DiMartino managed a out there and wrestled as hard as third-period escape to edge Bran- I could. I knew, since he was don Paris, 6-5. lighter than me, I wouldn’t have Another thriller came when too much trouble standing up. He Jimmy Dwyer jumped up to 170- is on the taller side, and I am on lbs to face Farmer Dan Syzdek. the shorter side, so I kept low and Dwyer recorded a backdoor got a sweep single and got him to takedown then escaped early in his back,” El-Khoury explained. the second period to take a 3-0 At 106-lbs, Cougar Chase lead, but Syzdek, demonstrating Gunther recorded a takedown good balance, scored a takedown and an arm bar nearfall to defeat at the end of the period and added Vince Simonetti, 4-1. At 113-lbs, a switch escape and another Nick Scaramuzzi pinned Farmer takedown to earn a 5-3 decision. Sam Hernandez with a half nelson “He does have good balance. in 3:02. At 120-lbs, Cougar Dave He is probably the toughest kid Busch recorded a series of who trains in our room. Every- Story on page 15 nearfalls before settling Nick day, he leaves it all in the wres- of The Westfield Leader Wright in 5:29 with a power half tling room. Not the greatest when and double grapevine. it comes to technique, but he Cougar Andrew Tompkins makes up for it with hard work stopped Ryan Nobrega in 2:53 and determination. He came out with a straight-arm bar at 126- last year as a sophomore. This lbs. Cougar Gavin Murray worked year, he is starting to learn the a series of takedowns and little intricacies of this sport. He’s David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times nearfalls before clamping Chris got the rest of this season and all WORKING AN ARM BAR…Cougar Chase Gunther, top, works an arm bar on Farmer Vince Simonetti in his 106-lb Dorvius with a cradle in 5:14 at of next year to do some really bout in Cranford on January 23. Gunther earned a 4-1 decision. 132-lbs. At 138-lbs, Cougar Nick Frediani decked Sean McGee in maneuver. Markovitch turned the tilts then I transferred to legs. I 23 seconds then Niko Cappello See & Subscribe at tables and added a tilt nearfall got a little high in a few of the said goodnight to Jeremy BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo then finally caught Gibki with a situations, so I got to work on Randolph when he pinned him power half to record a fall in 4:54. that a little bit more. I put my with a straight-arm bar in 2:25 Submit commentary and items for publishing. legs in, shot a power half and it at 145-lbs. Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste worked,” Markovitch said. At 195-lbs, Cougar Matt Russo CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 Page S-2 Thursday, January 31, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

182-lbs Corey Markovitch Steve Gibki – Union

170-lbs Jimmy Dwyer Dan Syzdek – Union

Cougar Matmen Defeat Farmers 126-lbs Andrew Tompkins Ryan Nobrega – Union BOUT SEQUENCE: 106: — Gunther (C) d Simonetti, 4-1 152: — Birch (C) p Azereda, 1:07 113: — Scaramuzzi (C) p Hernandez, 160: — DiMartino (C) d Paris, 6-5 3:02 170: — Syzdek (U) d Dwyer, 5-3 120: — Busch (C) p Wright, 5:29 182: — Markovitch (C) p Gibki, 4:54 126: — Tompkins (C) p Nobrega, 2:53 195: — Russo (C) p Ramos, 0:23 132: — Murray (C) p Dorvius, 5:14 220: — Weiss (C) won forfeit 138: — Frediani (C) p McGee, 0:23 Hwt: — El-Khoury (C) p Lewis, 3:55 145: — Cappello (C) p Randolph, 3:25 120-lbs Dave Busch Nick Wright – Union Page S-3 Thursday, January 31, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

Story on page 12 of The Westfield Leader

David B. Corbin (Westfield/Cranford meet photo) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times FLOATING LIKE A BUTTERFLY…Cougar Julie Byrne touched first in the 100-butterfly in 57.34 PUTTING OUT A STRONG EFFORT…Cougar Anthony Kalafatis helped his foursome touch first at the Union County Tournament on January 27. the 200-medley relay against the Blue Devils in Westfield. The Westfield boys won 107-63. BLUE DEVILS CLAUSS, MURTISHAW, WONG WIN; COUGARS KALAFATIS BROTHERS EXCEL Blue Devil Boys Cruise Past Cougar Coed Squad, 107-63 By DAVID B. CORBIN gether a long time. It’s always 1:50.28. fly at 54.79, followed by Blue and Jack Fico touched third. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times fun to go up against them and it’s The Blue Devils swept the next Devil Noah Stiles at 55.64 and Constantine at 59.54, Shin at Several new faces appeared on always a good atmosphere,” Blue event, the 200-freestyle, when Cougar Byrne at 59.95. Blue 59.57 and Dan Myers at 1:00.12 the platforms for the Westfield Devil Head Coach Jeff Knight said. Lucas Fan at 2:01.68, Sam Hays Devils John Lindros and Ryan swept the 100-backstroke. Cou- High School boys swim team and Blue Devil Kevin Clauss touched at 2:03.6 and Austin Kreusser at Daniel took 4-5. gars Byrne and Woo touched 4-5. performed very well in a 107-63 first in one individual event and 2:07.01 touched 1-2-3. Cougar Wong touched first in the 100- Blue Devil Evan Moore touched victory over the Cranford Cougar was on two winning relay teams, Dmitry Kotov touched fourth. free at 51.87, followed by Cou- first in the 100-breaststroke at coed team at Wallace Pool in and Will Murtishaw won an indi- Claus won the 200-individual gars Kaczynski at 52.71 and Chris 1:05.72, followed by Rose at Westfield on January 22. Al- vidual event and swam on a win- medley in 2:14.27, followed by Woo at 54.06. Blue Devils Tyler 1:07.86, and Cougars Anthony though the meet was somewhat ning relay team. But it was two of Anthony Kalafatis at 2:14.85 and Lessner and Maher touched 4-5. Kalafatis, Ashley Cave and Ryan overshadowed by the No. 1 the three Kalafatis brothers, An- Blue Devil Mike Muzus at 2:19.93. Blue Devils Murtishaw at 5:27.94, Brawley. Murtishaw, Conlon, Sam ranked Lady Blue Devils’ meet thony and Nick, who teamed with Cougar Brian Ley touched fourth Sean Beattie at 5:35.45 and Jesse Hays and Clauss touched first in with No. 2 Immaculate Heart Julie Byrne and Matt Koczynski and Blue Devil Mark Trinkle Liu at 5:57.47 completed a sweep the 400-free relay at 3:43.18, Academy, a number of fine per- to win the first event, the 200- touched fifth. in the 500-free. followed by Cougars Ley, Zach formances were turned in by the medley relay in 1:48.08. Blue Mike Kalafatis won the 50- Trinkle, Clauss, Stiles and Brad Fried, Kotov and Byrne at Blue Devil boys, as well as the Devils Max Shin, Jack Rose, freestyle at 23.1, followed by Whitman took top honors in the 3:45.56. Stiles, Moore, Fan and Cranford coed team. Francis Wong and Gavin Conlon Koczynski at 23.76 and Blue Dev- 200-free relay at 1:34.85, while Wong touched third at 3:49.59. “Some of these guys in touched second at 1:49.92, fol- ils Aram Barmakian at 24.14, Cougars Woo, Anthony Kalafatis, Westfield and Cranford we know. lowed by Blue Devils Nick Connor Moore at 25.01 and Ben Kaczynski and Nick Kalafatis They have been swimming in Constantine, Matt Daniel, Meltzer at 26.23. Nick Kalafatis touched second and Blue Devils Probitas Verus Honos summer leagues on in clubs to- Murtishaw and Jake Maher at touched first in the 100-butter- Ryan Daniel, Barmakian, Moore Page S-4 Thursday, January 31, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

Story on page 15 Cougar Jen Goeller of The Westfield Leader Lion Katie Tobey Cougar Jess McCoy Lion Renee Oliver McCOY NETS 12 POINTS, 5 STEALS, 5 REBOUNDS; GOELLER NETS 12 POINTS, 3 3-POINTERS Lady Lions Roar in 4th, Stun Cougar Basketballers, 32-26

By DAVID B. CORBIN cooled in the second and third in the quarter. McCoy, who fin- “The girls did a great job of player, who is not only a defen- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times then caught fire in the fourth. ished with five steals and five playing sound defense and forc- sive threat but an offensive one Early foul trouble on the part of Cougar Jess McCoy and center rebounds, sank five of her 12 ing turnovers. Jenna especially as well,” Coach Dyer said. the home team and streak shoot- Kaitlin McGovern each drew a points in the quarter and as- did a phenomenal job making After Wischusen drew another ing that seesawed in favor of the pair of fouls in the first quarter sisted Mairead McKeary on a lay- things difficult for [Katie] Tobey. foul, Lion guard Niavanni Grant visitors resulted in a 32-26 Roselle and teammate Kerry Wischusen up. Renee, as well as Tori are very went to the line and sank two of Catholic victory over the Cranford drew another. As a result, the “Jenna and Jess did an amazing strong rebounders and post play- her eight points in the quarter. High School girls basketball team Lions went to the line and sank job of taking control of the game ers. They do a great job of seal- With 1:14 on the clock and be- in Cranford on January 24. four of their free throws, while both offensively and defensively. ing and getting open. My girls did hind by two points, the Cougars “It was a tough one, but I am Renee Oliver rolled in a pair of Jenna has been lighting it up a nice job making adjustments were forced to continue fouling. proud of the way my girls fought lay-ups, to outscore the Cou- from three and does a good job and helping shut down the post,” Goeller fouled twice, so Lions to the end. Both teams are very gars, 8-0, in the quarter. Oliver of creating things for us,” Coach Coach Dyer said. Tobey and Oliver, respectively, aggressive and aggression can scored six of the points. Dyer said. But trouble in Cougar town went to the line and sank both of lead to foul trouble, which hap- Tori Pozsonyi scored the first The Cougars were still on the came quickly with more fouls, their free throws. pened to us in the first half. We two points of the second quarter mark defensively in the third and the Lady Lions capitalized “As freshmen, Jess, Jenna and needed to lay back a bit and be to make the score, 10-0, but the quarter, limiting Oliver to just with a pair of lay-ups and three Kaitlin were all apart of the 2010 cautious,” Cougar Head Coach Cougars adjusted well to guard- one lay-up and Pozsonyi to a pair free throws to make the score, State Sectional Championship Jackie Dyer said. ing Oliver, and in the meantime of free throws. Goeller sank a 24-23, with 5:28 remaining. The Team and know what it takes and The Lady Cougars withstood went on a 13-0 run of their own free throw and another 3-pointer fouls continued and McGovern feels like to win. I’m excited to shooting hands of ice to sizzle in to eventually win the quarter, then McCoy rolled in a lay-up and received her fifth foul and had to see how the end of the season the second and third quarters 15-2, and the half, 15-12. Jenna converted a steal to a 3-pointer take a seat with 2:58 left. Forty unfolds,” Coach Dyer said. then returned to the tundra in Goeller, who finished the game at the buzzer to give the Cougars seconds later, the Lady Lions Roselle Cath 8 4 4 16 32 the fourth, while the 15-2 Lady with 12 points, sank a pair of 3- a 24-16 lead entering the fourth knotted the score, 26-26. Cranford 0 15 9 2 26 Lions warmed up in the first, pointers and a pair of free throws quarter. “Kaitlin is a very good post Page S-5 Thursday, January 31, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cranford Youth Matmen Win Cougars Rap Pope John, BridgeH2O Matmen

At ‘Union County Brawl’ The Cranford High School wres- Lewie-Cepreo at 126-lbs. Gavin Against the Panthers, tling team upped its record to Murray (132-lbs) and Nick Tompkins earned a 4-2 decision The Cranford youth wrestling third, Tom Renna (C) fourth. 16-3 with a 46-31 victory over Frediani (138-lbs) each received over Nick Latta at 126-lbs. teams emerged victorious in 120-lbs – Dan Acocelle (C) sec- Pope John and a 37-32 win over a forfeit. At 145-lbs, Corey Birch Murray (132-lbs) grabbed a 9- both sections of the Union ond, Justin James (SPF) third. the Bridgewater-Raritan Panthers dropped a tough 5-4 decision to 1, majority decision over Steve County Brawl held at Cranford Hwt 1 – Billy Root (SPF) first, on January 26. The Cougars won Anthony Gigantelli. Gorski. Frediani (138-lbs) won High School in December. The Sean Sistruck (SPF) second, eight of the 14 bouts against At 152-lbs, Cougar Niko by 7-6 decision over Mike Du- little Cougars (C) amassed 328.5 Sean Merkel (C) third, Justin Pope John and the same against Cappello pinned Rich Peterson in rante. At 145-lbs, Cappello points, while Westfield (W) took McClean (C) fourth. Hwt 2 – the 5-10 Panthers. 2:54. Matt DiMartino pinned nicked Kyle Murphy, 3-2. Dwyer second with 144 total in the Pete Deponte (C) first. Against Pope John, Cougar An- Bruce Bott in 1:02 at 160-lbs, dropped a 1-0 decision to Valerio Elementary School Division. Middle: 70-lbs – Rob Howard drew Tompkins claimed a 12-0, and Jimmy Dwyer (170-lbs) re- LaMorte at 160-lbs. Roselle Park was third at 119.5, (C) first, Chris Wozniak (C) sec- majority decision over Caleb ceived a forfeit. Corey Markovitch Markovitch (170-lbs) pinned followed by Scotch Plains- ond, Justin Sidebottom (SPF) flattened Mike Anderson in 1:00 Tom Longo in 50 seconds. Rob Fanwood (SPF) at 112 in the 11- third, Dean Smith fourth. 75- at 182-lbs, and Matt Russo (195- Kessler (195-lbs), Jeff Weiss team tournament. The Cougars lbs – Conor Halpin (C) third. 80- Probitas Verus Honos lbs) pinned Conner Lenehan in (220-lbs) and Jon El-Khoury also took top honors in the lbs – AJ Bencivenga (C) second, 26 seconds. (heavyweight) received forfeits. Middle School division with a Zach Rabinowitz (W) fourth. 85- total of 206. Westfield took sixth lbs – Anthony Capece (C) first. at 71 and SPF took eighth at 59. 90-lbs – Chucky Fabian (C) third. Elementary: 47-lbs – Jake 100-lbs – Tom DiGiovanni (C) Katz (C) third, Jake Ramirez (C) first and tournament Outstand- fourth. 50-lbs – Mike Holleran ing Wrestler, Dan Hoerle (W) (C) first, Chase Turnoff (W) fourth. fourth. 53-lbs – Trey Rabinowitz 105-lbs – James Shriner (C) (W) second, Ethan Composto first, Matt Doran (C) second, (W) fourth. 57-lbs – Connor Alen Dente (W) third. 110-lbs – Howard (C) first, Christian Tardi Chris Scorese (C) first. 118-lbs (SPF) fourth. 60-lbs – Luke – Brian McGovern (C) first. 125- Hoerle (W) second, Jake lbs – Sam Wustefeld (SPF) first, Bencivenga (W) third. 63-lbs – Jack Miller (W) second, Josh Colin Murray (C) first, Pat Ganley Dechillo (C) third. 160-lbs Dylan (C) second, Brendan Reilly (C) Budinick (C) second, Mike third. Ramos (SPF) third. Hwt – Phillip 67-lbs – CJ Composto (W) first, Ricca (W) second. Robert Howard (C) second. 70- lbs – Chris Wozniak (C) first, Cougar Cagers Rattle Dean Smith (C) second, Anthony Robinson (SPF) fourth. 73-lbs – Roselle Rams, 70-64 Conor Halpin (C) first, Tom Korzeneski (C) second. 77-lbs – Junior John Oblachinski buck- Evan Kanterman (C) first, Matt eted 17 points, which included Hollerman (C) second. 80-lbs – seven free throws, and pulled Dylan Baton (C) third, Luke down 12 boards to help lead the Scanlon (W) fourth. 85-lbs – AJ Cranford High School boys bas- Bencivenga (C) first, Jack ketball team to a 70-64 victory DiFillippo (W) third, Emmit over the Roselle Rams in Cranford Smith (W) fourth. on January 26. Senior Stefan 90-lbs – Connor Katz (C) first, Fedorchak led all scorers with 18 Chucky Fabian (C) second. 95- points, including a pair of 3-point- lbs – James Coleman (C) first, ers. Tommy Trotter nailed 16 Bob Root (SPF) third. 102-lbs – points, and Reggie Green rolled David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Alex Oslislo (SPF) first, James in 11 points, while Chris Wills CRANFORD ATHLETES OF THE WEEK…Julie Byrne, a sophomore on the varsity swim team retained her County Shriner (C) second, Tim Miller scored eight. title in the 100-butterfly. She was also part of the 200-medley relay and 200-freestyle relay teams who broke County (W) fourth. 110-lbs – Matt Doran Roselle 10 17 9 28 64 records in both events this past weekend. Marc Colineri, a freshman on the varsity bowling team, bowled a 617 series a (C) second, James Hancock (W) Cranford 14 14 22 20 70 personal best and averages 178. Marc was also one frame away from a perfect game with a score of 277. Page S-6 Thursday, January 31, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cranford Icemen Set Cancer Fundraiser CRANFORD — The Cranford Admission is $10 for adults and Cranford Honors Eagle High School ice hockey team $5 for students. A $10 per ticket will hold a “Unite for Will Power” raffle will be held with the grand fundraiser to help beat cancer prize being four tickets to a New Scout; Considers Petition in a face-off with the Westfield York Rangers game plus a night Blue Devils at Warinanco Rink at the Marriot Marquis. First prize Scranton Announces By DOMINIC A. LAGANO Woodbridge Developmental in Roselle on Wednesday, Feb- will be four tickets to a New York Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Dean’s List ruary 6, at 8:30 p.m. Yankees game and second prize Center, located in Woodbridge, The fundraiser is to support will be New York Knicks tickets. CRANFORD — The Cranford be closed to curtail expenses to SCRANTON, Pa. – The Univer- Will DeGregorio, a three-year old Tickets are available at The Rus- Township Committee Tuesday the state. sity of Scranton has announced suffering from a rare form of tic Mill and Augusta Mae in night honored Patrick Mc Kell of Ms. St. Armand, whose sister is its Dean’s List, which recognizes adrenal cancer. Will and his Cranford, and Vicki’s Diner in Troop No. 80 of Cranford for his one of the residents at the students for academic excellence mother, Kara Shields, live in Westfield. Donations can be sent restoration of the memorial gar- Woodbridge Developmental Cen- during the 2012 fall semester. A Cranford and Kara is a beloved to “Friends of CHS Hockey,” 111 den at the Trinity Episcopal ter, is opposed to its closing due student must have a grade point Special Education teacher at James Avenue, Cranford, N.J. Church in Cranford as his Eagle to the hardship of relocating the average of 3.5 or better with a Westfield High School. 07016 or CranfordHShockey.org. Scout Service Project. residents to South Jersey. minimum number of credit hours Devised “to demonstrate or “New Jersey has seven devel- to make the Dean’s List. hone, or to learn and develop, opmental centers. Only two of Lauren Carosi of Cranford is a Help Will leadership skills,” the Eagle them [with available beds] are in freshman psychology major. Scout Service Project is one of North Jersey. There’s one in Sarah Dowzycki of Cranford is Beat Cancer the required elements for an Hunterdon [County] and [one in] a junior Occupational Therapy major. Danielle Jakubik of individual to be elevated to the Green Brook that are filled to rank of Eagle Scout. The scout capacity. The rest are down in Cranford is a freshman Occu- must plan, implement and lead Vineland, Woodbine and New pational Therapy major. Shan- Cranford any type of service project that Lisbon,” she said. non Tierney of Cranford is a is beneficial to his community. Ms. St. Armand said the state’s junior Human Resources Stud- According to Mayor Thomas plan is to close these two centers ies major. Kristen Whritenour v. Hannen, careful consideration and create group homes to ac- of Mountainside is a senior was put into the planning of the commodate all the residents by Counseling and Human Services garden. “The garden encom- 2017. The problem, according to major. Nicole Eniclerico of passes over 2,500 square feet Ms. St. Armand, is “there are Westfield is a sophomore Com- Westfield and includes over 200 plants over 8,000 people on the waiting munity Health Education ma- and over 30 varieties. A winding list. That is not appropriate to jor. Kimberly Townsend of Ice Hockey Game slate path was installed through move these individuals who do Westfield is a senior Exercise the garden and benches were not want to leave the centers to Science major. February 6, 8:30pm located at the center of the gar- give up their services to go into a

Warinanco Park den. Through the efforts of group home.” Unite for Patrick’s project, parishioners Ms. St. Armand provided the Roselle, NJ can spend peaceful time in the committee with materials related to her request. garden.” Mr. Hannen then read aloud a Committee member Kevin More Raffles and Fun at the game!! resolution commending the youth Campbell responded to Ms. St. WILL Power! Please come out and for his achievement. Armand during the professional Help Will Beat Cancer support a very special In other business, the town- comments portion of the meet- Admission - $10 Adults $5 Students young man in his battle ship committee was petitioned ing, stating, “I share your con- Raffle - $10 per ticket to defeat cancer by a resident to consider creat- cerns. I do know people in that Grand Prize- 4 Tickets to New York ing a resolution condemning the situation, as your sister is…and I Rangers and a night at Marriot Marquis state’s decision to close two fa- know certain people should not Saint Michael’s

st You may send Donations to help Will to cilities in northern New Jersey be in group homes.” Mr. 1 Prize- 4 New York Yankee tickets “Friends of CHS Hockey” that care for those who are de- Campbell further stated he was Announces Dean’s List 2nd Prize- New York Knicks tickets velopmentally disabled. looking forward to reviewing the COLCHESTER, Vt. - Mariclaire 111 James Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016 Tickets are available at the Rustic Mill Joanne St. Armand told the materials Ms. St. Armand pro- O’Neill, daughter of Claire and and Augusta Mae in Cranford, and CranfordHShockey.org committee that in July of last vided. Edward O’Neill of Cranford was Vicki’s Diner in Westfield. (Need not be year a task force commissioned The next township committee named to the Dean’s List for the present to win.) by Governor Chris Christie rec- meeting open to the public is fall 2012 semester at Saint ommended that the North Jer- scheduled for Tuesday, February Michael’s College. Mariclaire is a sey Developmental Center, lo- 12, at 7:30 p.m., at the Cranford senior English and psychology cated in Totowa, and the Municipal Building. major. Page S-7 Thursday, January 31, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of Chosen Freeholders may determine by subsequent resolution not to refund a portion of the Outstanding Bonds. UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Section 2. The Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County has ascertained and ORDINANCE NO: 745-2013 hereby determines that the Outstanding Bonds set forth in Section 1 of this ordinance FIRST READING: 1/24/2013 have not been paid or discharged and that the County is authorized by Section 51(a) of the Local Bond Law of New Jersey (Chapter 2 of Title 40A of the New Jersey Statutes NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following proposed bond ordinance was Annotated, as amended; the “Local Bond Law”) to issue its refunding bonds as introduced and passed on first reading at a meeting of the Board of Chosen Freeholders hereinafter provided to refund the Outstanding Bonds. The object of the refunding is to of the County of Union, State of New Jersey, held on the 24th day of January, 2013, and effect debt service savings for the County. that said ordinance will be taken up for further consideration for final passage at the Section 3. A sum not exceeding $41,000,000 is hereby appropriated (a) to refund the meeting of said Board of Chosen Freeholders to be held at its meeting room in the Outstanding Bonds set forth in Section 1 of this ordinance in the aggregate principal County Administration Building, Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on the amount of $40,960,000 and (b) to pay an amount not exceeding $350,000 for the cost 21st day of February, 2013, at 7:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as said matter can be Chatham University of the issuance of the refunding bonds, including underwriter’s compensation, printing, reached, at which time and place all persons who may be interested therein will be given advertising, financial and legal expenses therefor, as permitted by Section 51(b) of the an opportunity to be heard concerning the same. Announces Grads Local Bond Law (collectively, the “Purpose”). A copy of this ordinance has been posted on the Bulletin Board upon which public Section 4. To finance the Purpose, refunding bonds of said County in an aggregate PITTSBURGH, Pa. - The follow- notices are customarily posted in the Administration Building of the County, and a copy principal amount not exceeding $41,000,000 are hereby authorized to be issued ing local students graduated from is available up to and including the time of such meeting to the members of the general pursuant to the Local Bond Law (the “Refunding Bonds”). The Refunding Bonds shall Chatham University on Decem- public of the County who shall request such copies, at the office of the Clerk of the Board be sold at private sale by resolution of the Board of Chosen Freeholders and shall be ber 16, 2012 during the Com- in said County Administration Building in Elizabeth, New Jersey in registered form and shall contain the word “refunding” in their title and shall recite that James E. Pellettiere, Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders mencement Ceremony held at they are issued pursuant to the Local Bond Law and shall bear such date or dates, the University’s Athletic and Fit- REFUNDING BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE REFUNDING mature at such time or times not exceeding 40 years from their date, bear interest at such ness Center. OF $40,960,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF OUTSTAND- rate or rates per annum, be payable at such time or times, be in such denominations, Karen Hoover of Cranford, ING BONDS OF THE COUNTY OF UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, carry such registration privileges, be executed in such manner consistent with the graduated with a Doctor of Occu- APPROPRIATING A SUM NOT EXCEEDING $41,000,000 TO PAY THE provisions of the Local Bond Law for bonds of a county, be payable at such place or pational Therapy. COST THEREOF AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT EX- places, and be subject to such terms of redemption, with or without premium, as may Manjari Rele of Westfield, CEEDING $41,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF RE- be hereafter determined by resolution of the Board of Chosen Freeholders within the graduated with a Doctor of Occu- FUNDING BONDS OF SAID COUNTY TO FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIA- limitations prescribed by law. TION. Section 5. The Refunding Bonds shall be direct, unlimited and general obligations of pational Therapy. the County and the County shall be obligated to levy ad valorem taxes upon all taxable BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Union, State real property within the County for the payment of the principal of and the interest on the of New Jersey, as follows: Refunding Bonds without limitation as to rate or amount. The full faith and credit of the Section 1. The County of Union (the “County”), State of New Jersey is hereby County are hereby pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and the interest Probitas Verus Honos authorized to refund $40,960,000 aggregate principal amount of outstanding bonds on the Refunding Bonds. Each Refunding Bond issued pursuant to this ordinance shall (subject to redemption prior to their stated maturities) dated March 1, 2004 and maturing recite that all conditions, acts and things required by the Constitution or statutes of the on or after March 1, 2015 (the “Outstanding Bonds”). State of New Jersey to exist, to have happened and to have been performed precedent The Outstanding Bonds consist of the following two issues of bonds, bearing interest to and in the issuance of the Refunding Bond exist, have happened and have been at the rates per annum, payable on March 1 and September 1 of each year until maturity Dinner to Honor performed, and that the Refunding Bond, together with all other indebtedness of the or prior redemption, and maturing in annual installments on March 1 in each year, as County, is within every debt and other limit prescribed by the Constitution or statutes of follows: Former Fire Chief said State. $35,699,000 General Improvement Bonds of 2004 Section 6. The Director of Finance is hereby authorized to execute a certificate GARWOOD – Liberty Hose Co. Principal Interest addressed to the underwriters of the Refunding Bonds stating that the preliminary 1, Garwood Fire Department Year Amount Rate official statement to be prepared by the County with respect to the Refunding Bonds is will honor former Chief Wayne 2015 $3,960,000 3.50 % “deemed final” as of its date within the meaning of Rule 15c2-12 of the Securities and Frew with a testimonial dinner 2016 3,950,000 3.625 Exchange Commission. The distribution of such preliminary official statement to 2017 3,950,000 3.625 recognizing his years of service potential purchasers of the Refunding Bonds is hereby approved. 2018 3,950,000 3.75 as chief, to the department and Section 7. All matters with respect to the Refunding Bonds not determined by this 2019 3,950,000 3.875 the Borough of Garwood. ordinance shall be determined by subsequent resolution or resolutions to be hereafter 2020 3,950,000 4.00 The dinner dance will be held adopted by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County, or the performance or 2021 3,950,000 4.00 determination thereof delegated by resolution or resolutions, to the Director of Finance. on Saturday, February 16, at 2022 3,950,000 4.125 Section 8. It is hereby determined and stated that the Supplemental Debt Statement The Westwood, 438 North Av- 2023 4,089,000 4.25 enue, Garwood, starting with a required by the Local Bond Law has been duly made and filed in the office of the Clerk cocktail hour at 7 p.m. Included $5,261,000 County Vocational-Technical School Bonds of 2004 of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of said County, and that such statement so filed (New Jersey School Bond Reserve Act) shows that the gross debt of said County, as defined in Section 43 of the Local Bond Law, in the evening’s festivities will is increased by this ordinance by $41,000,000, but $40,960,000 (the principal amount Principal Interest be presentations to members of the Outstanding Bonds being paid from the proceeds of the Refunding Bonds) shall Year Amount Rate who have achieved 20, 35 and be deducted from gross debt pursuant to Section 52 of the Local Bond Law, and that the 2015 $ 600,000 3.50 % 50 years of service to the de- issuance of the bonds authorized by this ordinance will be within all debt limitations 2016 600,000 3.625 prescribed by said Local Bond Law. partment. 2017 600,000 3.625 Section 9. It is hereby determined and stated that no sum need be appropriated Tickets are $60 per person. 2018 600,000 3.75 hereby as a down payment. Anyone wishing to attend the 2019 600,000 3.875 Section 10. The County is hereby authorized to enter into any agreements that may celebration of the accomplish- 2020 600,000 4.00 be necessary to effect the purchase of securities, as permitted by Sections 53(c) and 2021 600,000 4.00 ments of these volunteer 60 of the Local Bond Law, to accomplish the refunding. 2022 600,000 4.125 firefighters is asked to contact Section 11. This refunding bond ordinance shall take effect twenty days after the first 2023 461,000 4.25 any borough firefighter or to publication thereof after final passage as provided by the Local Bond Law. call (908) 789-8877. The Outstanding Bonds are subject to optional redemption on or after March 1, 2014 1 T - 1/31/13, The Leader at a redemption price of 100%. 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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Adults (eight 1-hr rides/season) Out of County $ 324.00 $ 390.00 UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS 2nd Junior Troop / family member in same season In County $ 219.00 $ 285.00 ORDINANCE NO: 744-2013 2nd Junior Troop / family member in same season Out of County $ 308.00 $ 370.00 FIRST READING: 1/24/2013 Troop – Group Riding Clinics (1-hr) In County $ 40.00 $ 40.00 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following proposed Ordinance was introduced and passed on the first reading at a Regular Troop – Group Riding Clinics (1-hr) Out of County $ 43.00 $ 45.00 Meeting of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Union, New Jersey held on the 24th day of January, 2013 and said Ordinance will be taken up for further consideration for final passage at a meeting of said Board to be held at its meeting room in the Troop, Camp, Drill Team Non-refundable Administrative Fee Administration Building, Elizabeth, New Jersey, on the 21st day of February 2013, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as said matter Fee charged to anyone that withdraws from the program after registration. can be reached, at which time and place all persons who may be interested therein will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning Additional per/diem fee will be charged for all classes participated i same. in after program begins. $ 20.00 $ 35.00 A copy of this Ordinance has been posted on the Bulletin Board upon which public notices are customarily posted in the Union County Administration Building of the County of Union and a copy is available up to and including the time of such meeting to the members TROOP HORSE SHOWS of the general public of the County who shall request such copies, at the Office of the Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders in said Per Event $ 13.00 $ 15.00 Administration Building, Elizabeth, New Jersey. Post Entry James E. Pellettiere, Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders $ 17.00 $ 19.00 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND “THE LAWS OF UNION COUNTY: ADMINISTRATIVE CODE AND POLICIES AND GENERAL LEGISLATION” BY AMENDING CHAPTER 2- ARTICLE IV- FEES FOR RECREATION FACILITIES FOR THE HORSE RENTAL FEE (sales tax included) YEAR 2013 Horse Rental Fee ½ hr – Weekday – In County In County $ 15.00

BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Union that the “Laws of Union County” are hereby amended Horse Rental Fee ½ hr – Weekday – Out of County Out of County $ 23.00 as follows: Horse Rental Fee ½ hr – Weekend – In County In County $ 18.00 $ 20.00 CHAPTER 2, -§107-ARTICLE IV - FEES FOR RECREATION FACILITIES Horse Rental Fee ½ hr – Weekend –Out of County Out of County $ 25.00 $ 28.00 The Director of the Department of Parks and Community Renewal is hereby authorized to set fees and one time charges not specifically included in the fee schedule. The Director of the Department of Parks and Community Renewal is hereby further authorized to amend Horse Rental Fee 1 hr – Weekday – In County In County $ 24.00 or modify any fee set forth in the fee schedule for special promotions and events. In the event that the Director shall asses, amend or Horse Rental Fee 1 hr – Weekday – Out of County Out of County $ 32.00 modify any fee he shall file a notice of said assessment, amendment or modification with the Clerk of the Board and the Director of the Horse Rental Fee 1 hr – Weekend - In County In County $ 27.00 $ 28.00 Department of Finance, no less than five days prior to the effective date of the assessment, amendment or modification. Horse Rental Fee 1 hr – Weekend Out of County Out of County $ 35.00 $ 37.00 FACILITY / ITEM 2012 ADOPTED 2013 PROPOSED PRIVATE & SEMI PRIVATE INSTRUCTION (Price is per person for WARINANCO SKATING CENTER County Horse & instructor. Includes mounting & dismounting time) GENERAL SESSION ADMISSIONS: Weekdays In County $ 54.00 Adults $ 5.00 $ 6.00 Weekdays Out of County $ 62.00 Youth (17 and under) $ 4.00 $ 5.00 1 RIDER In County $ 57.00 $ 59.00 Seniors (62 and over with ID) $ 4.00 $ 4.00 1 RIDER Out of County $ 65.00 $ 69.00 Semi Private Lesson - 2 RIDERS In County $ 50.00 DISCOUNT CARDS (Union County Residents Only) Semi Private Lesson - 2 RIDERS Out of County $ 60.00 Adults – 30 visits $ 115.00 $ 145.00 Semi-Private Lesson - 3 RIDERS In County $ 45.00 Adults – 10 visits $ 40.00 $ 50.00 Semi-Private Lesson - 3 RIDERS Out of County $ 55.00 Youth - 30 visits $ 85.00 $ 115.00 Weekly Horse Rental/Lease, 3 hrs/day Weekday (12 hr total) In County $ 220.00 $ 255.00 seniors - 30 visits $ 85.00 $ 85.00 Weekly Horse Rental/Lease, 3 hrs/day Weekday (12 hr total) Out of County $ 325.00 $ 375.00 Youth - 10 visits $ 30.00 $ 40.00 Seniors - 10 visits $ 30.00 $ 30.00 HORSE BOARD Box Stall – Daily In County $ 15.00 $ 16.00 SPECIAL GROUP DISCOUNTS (20 Person Minimum) Box Stall – Daily Out of County $ 20.00 $ 21.00 Adults $ 4.00 $ 5.00 Box Stall – Monthly In County $ 446.00 $ 475.00 Youth $ 3.00 $ 4.00 Box Stall – Monthly Out of County $ 578.00 $ 620.00 Seniors $ 3.00 $ 3.00 Tie Stall – Daily In County $ 12.00 $ 13.00 Tie Stall – Daily Out of County $ 15.00 $ 16.00 Tie Stall- Monthly In County $ 362.00 $ 390.00 INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS Tie Stall- Monthly Out of County $ 435.00 $ 490.00 GROUP LESSIONS: (1/2 hr. with Pro – Max. 12 people) Box Stall Late Fee $ 42.00 $ 45.00 Adult/Advanced – 6 – Lessons (plus admission fee) $ 70.00 $ 80.00 Tie Stall Late Fee $ 32.00 $ 35.00 Youth – 6 – Lessons (plus admission fee) $ 65.00 $ 75.00 Hockey clinic (6, 1 hour sessions, youth only) $ 95.00 $ 105.00 RIDING CLINICS Riding Clinics – 1 hr In County $ 38.00 $ 45.00 PRIVATE LESSONS: Riding Clinics – 1 hr Out of County $ 50.00 $ 59.00 30 minute with instructor (plus admission fee) $ 40.00 $ 45.00 Riding Clinics – 1 ½ hr In County $ 45.00 $ 55.00 15 minute lesson with instructor (plus admission fee) $ 20.00 $ 25.00 Riding Clinics – 1 ½ hr Out of County $ 56.00 $ 65.00 1 hour with instructor (not to exceed fee) $ 80.00 $ 85.00 Special Promotional rides (i.e. buy 1 get 1 1/2 off) In County $ 14.00 $ 20.00 RESERVED ICE TIME: Special Promotional rides (i.e. buy 1 get 1 1/2 off) Out of County $ 19.50 $ 25.00 Ice Time – per one (1) hour In County $ 225.00 $ 250.00 Ice Time – per one (1) hour Out of County $ 275.00 $ 300.00 BIRTHDAY PARTIES – up to 30 children – includes 2 hour room In County $ 150.00 rental and up to 2 lead line horses (1 per 15 children) Out of County $ 200.00 School Hockey Program – per (1) hour 5-9AM weekdays In County $ 70.00 $ 75.00 Up to 15 children – (2 hour room rental and 1 lead line horse)In County $ 165.00 Out of County $ 75.00 $ 80.00 Up to 15 children – (2 hour room rental and 1 lead line horse)Out of County $ 220.00 Floortime / non-skating – per (1) hour (summer - no ice) $ 100.00 $ 125.00 15-30 children (2 hr. room rental and 2 lead line horses) In County $ 190.00 15-30 children (2 hr. room rental and 2 lead line horses) Out of County $ 245.00 SPECIAL CHARGE: Skate Rental $ 3.00 $ 4.00 NON-RIDING CLINICS & GROUP PROGRAMS Lunch Time Hockey (1 PM to 3 PM) Goalies no charge $ 7.00 $ 10.00 Scout Badge (per person – min. $60.00) $ 10.00 $ 12.00 Brownie Try-It Badge (per person – min. $80.00) $ 5.00 $ 8.00 SCHOOL PROGRAMS: General Session 10 AM to Noon, Tuesday & Thursday Learn About Horses 1 hr (group up to 25) In County $ 45.00 $ 45.00 Admission $ 2.00 $ 3.00 Learn About Horses 1 hr (group up to 25) Out of County $ 50.00 $ 55.00 Skate Rental $ 1.00 $ 2.00 Locker Rentals – 3 seasons – per season In County $ 20.00 $ 25.00 *New Jersey Sales Tax included in price Locker Rentals – 3 seasons – per season Out of County $ 40.00 $ 50.00

TRAILSIDE NATURE AND SCIENCE CENTER PROGRAMS & SPECIAL EVENTS

Birthday Parties-Ages 5 and up 45 min – Up to 14 In County $ 70.00 Pumpkin Sail (per family of four) - 1 TICKET UP/6 PEOPLE In County $ 12.00 $ 12.00 Out of County $ 80.00 Pumpkin Sail (per family of four) 1 TICKET UP/6 PEOPLE Out of County $ 16.00 $ 16.00 Birthday Party Room Rental - 30 min In County $ 45.00 Each additional person In County $ 1.00 Out of County $ 55.00 Each additional person Out of County $ 2.00 Hayrides and Campfires In County $ 5.00 $ 6.00 Birthday Party Package - Ages 5 & up; includes program & 45 minute party room rental NEW INCLUSIVE FORMAT Hayrides and Campfires Out of County $ 10.00 $ 12.00 90 minutes up to 14 In County $ 115.00 $ 140.00 Haunted Hayrides In County $ 7.00 $ 8.00 90 minutes up to 14 Out of County $ 135.00 $ 160.00 Haunted Hayrides – Out of County Out of County $ 13.00 $ 16.00 90 minutes up to 28 In County $ 185.00 $ 230.00 90 minutes up to 28 Out of County $ 215.00 $ 250.00 PARK RESERVATION FEES: Athletic Fields (per 3 hrs/baseball 7 softball; 2 hrs/soccer) Wednesday Matinees Youth – Out of County ($800 Max per season) (max $1000) $ 8.00 $ 10.00 Admission $ 4.00 $ 5.00 Adult $ 12.00 $ 14.00 Sr. Citizen Admission Rate (62 & over with ID) N/A $ 4.00 Adult Turf Field w/o lights In County N/A $ 20.00 Adult Turf Field w/o lights Out of County N/A $ 40.00 Wild Earth Festival Lighted Baseball Field (Warinanco Park) for 3 hours In County $ 95.00 $ 100.00 Admission ( children 6 & under free) $ 3.00 $ 4.00 Lighted Baseball Field (Warinanco Park) for 3 hours Out of County $ 190.00 $ 200.00 Vendor Fee (per table & 2 chairs) $ 25.00 $ 30.00 Lighted Soccer Field (Mattano Park) for 2 hours In County $ 65.00 $ 70.00 Nature Craft Show Vendor Table & Chair Rental fee (per table & 2 chairs) $ 25.00 $ 30.00 Lighted Soccer Field (Mattano Park) for 2 hours Out of County $ 130.00 $ 140.00 Cricket Field – full day permit field $ 40.00 $ 50.00 CHILDREN’S WORKSHOPS: Cricket Field – 1/2 DAY PERMIT (4.5 hours) N/A $ 25.00 Toddler Time – 1 hour /family In County $ 8.00 $ 10.00 Toddler Time – 1 hour /family Out of County $ 10.00 $ 12.00 ARCHERY Two of us – In County 1 hour / person In County $ 4.00 $ 5.00 Private Day Camp Group Lesson Fee — per camper 10-16 minimum $60 N/A $ 6.00 Two of Us – Out of County 1 hour / person Out of County $ 5.00 $ 6.00 No charge for school children during school days Small Fry Days – 1 ¼ hour / class In County $ 8.00 $ 10.00 Small Fry Days – 1 ¼ hour / class Out of County $ 10.00 $ 12.00 Use of Scout Camping Area for corporate or other event Afterschool Explorations – 1 ¼ hour / class In County $ 8.00 $ 10.00 Up to 299 people (Special Event fees for 300+) In County $ 150.00 $ 150.00 Afterschool Explorations – 1 ¼ hour / class Out of County $ 10.00 $ 12.00 Up to 299 people (Special Event fees for 300+) Out of County $ 300.00 $ 300.00 Trailside Explorers – 1 ¼ hour / class In County $ 8.00 $ 10.00 Trailside Explorers – 1 ¼ hour / class Out of County $ 10.00 $ 12.00 WEDDINGS Ceremony and/or reception with tents/tables etc (SP Event) In County $ 100.00 $ 200.00 MASKERS BARN RENTAL Ceremony and/or reception with tents/tables etc (SP Event) Out of County $ 200.00 $ 400.00 Catered Event Clean Up Surcharge N/A $ 50.00 GROUP OVERNIGHT CAMPING (Scout Area) Family Camp Out - Per person 8+ hrs up to 25 people In County $ 30.00 $ 40.00 Pavilion A or B (reserved use per day) In County N/A $ 30.00 Family Camp Out - Per person 8+ hrs up to 25 people Out of County $ 35.00 $ 45.00 Pavilion A or B (reserved use per day) Out of County N/A $ 60.00 Council Campfire Ring (reserved use per day) In County N/A $ 30.00 Trail Rides- Naturalist led Council Campfire Ring (reserved use per day) Out of County N/A $ 60.00 1 ½ hours In County $ 38.00 $ 45.00 1 ½ hours Out of County $ 50.00 $ 56.00 Outdoor Amphitheater /Campfire Ring (previously reserved as small picnic area. Over 300 people becomes Special Event 2 – 3 hours In County $ 60.00 $ 60.00 Up to 99 people In County $ 30.00 $ 30.00 2 – 3 hours Out of County $ 70.00 $ 70.00 Up to 99 people Out of County $ 60.00 $ 60.00 100 to 199 people In County $ 55.00 $ 55.00 Teacher Training – 6 +/- hours State Dept. of Ed CEU Program 100 to 199 people Out of County $ 110.00 $ 110.00 Healthy Water, Healthy People $ 10.00 $ 10.00 200 to 299 people In County $ 80.00 $ 80.00 200 to 299 people Out of County $ 160.00 $ 160.00 WATCHUNG STABLES Trial Rides and Lead Line Rides DAY CAMPS - Commercial use of park - rate up to 2 hours/day (boot camp exercise, obedience training, etc.) 1 hr. Trail Ride – Weekday In County $ 25.00 In County N/A $ 15.00 1 hr. Trail Ride – Weekday Out of County $ 36.00 Out of County N/A $ 15.00 1 hr. Trail Ride (Includes mounting & dismouting time) In County $ 28.00 $ 32.00 1 hr. Trail Ride (Includes mounting & dismouting time) Out of County $ 39.00 $ 45.00 PRIVATE GROUP HAYRIDE RENTAL FEE Private Reserved Trail Ride Instructor 1-10 ppl;10> 2 inst. Req. $ 30.00 $ 32.00 In County use only. Off-site from May to November only. Lead Line – ½ hr – Under 9 years old In County $ 15.00 $ 18.00 Portal to Portal has three hour minimum. $75.00 per 1/2 hour $ 75.00 $ 75.00 Lead Line – ½ hr – Under 9 years old Out of County $ 23.00 $ 26.00 Date availability, length of rental time and number of wagons are predetermined and based upon the number of people in the group. SUMMER RIDING CAMP Prices are based on $4.00 per person at each predetermined 4 Day 6-hr/day Session – Ages 9-17 In County $ 308.00 $ 385.00 maximum numbers of people. $ 265.00 $ 300.00 4 Day 6-hr/day Session – Ages 9-17 Out of County $ 408.00 $ 490.00 Second Child in same family In County $ 293.00 $ 366.00 ADVERTISING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS PHOTOGRAPHY – Still or Video Second Child in same family Out of County $ 388.00 $ 466.00 Commercial Organizations Half day - up to 4 hrs MOUNTED TROOPS (group lessons) - $150.00 deposit due at registration 13-50 person crews $ 450.00 $ 500.00 Senior Troop (ten 1.25 - hr rides/season inc. horse care) In County $ 275.00 $ 350.00 Full Day – 5 – 8 hours Senior Troop (ten 1.25 - hr rides/season - inc. horse care) Out of County $ 372.00 $ 450.00 1 – 12 person crews $ 450.00 $ 500.00 13 – 50 person crews $ 1,200.00 $ 1,500.00 Junior Troop (ten 45-min rides/season) In County $ 231.00 $ 300.00 Full day plus – 8 - 12 hours Junior Troop (ten 45-min rides/season) Out of County $ 324.00 $ 390.00 1 – 12 person crews $ 650.00 $ 750.00 13 – 50 person crews $ 1,500.00 $ 2,000.00 Beginner Junior Troop (D4 only) new - was Jr. Troop feeIn County $ 231.00 $ 255.00 Beginner Junior Troop (D4 only) new - was Jr. Troop feeOut of County $ 310.00 $ 350.00 Golf Cart Rental (with Special Event Permit only based on availability) NA $ 50.00 1 T - 1/31/13, The Leader Fee: $ Adults (eight 1-hr rides/season) In County $ 231.00 $ 300.00