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USPS 680020 Published Every Thursday OUR 111th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 37-111 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, May 24, 2001 Since 1890 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Council Amends, Then OKs Decree to Build Deck, Decks By PAUL J. PEYTON McDermott broke a 4-4 deadlock. more spaces. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader The ordinance on Tuesday was Councilman Sullivan said four of After hearing arguments over the passed following an amendment by the 11 so-called “parking principals,” course of four and a half hours, both Third Ward Councilman Neil F. approved last summer by the coun- pro and con, the Town Council unani- Sullivan, who chairs the Transporta- cil, have been implemented to date. mously passed an ordinance Tues- tion, Parking and Traffic Commit- He said the town anticipates that the day night setting up a funding source tee, which changed the ordinance to valet parking and jitney service will of $700,000 for the design, construc- reflect the possibility of building not be up and running by the fall. tion management and related profes- just one deck, as included in the Town Administrator Thomas B. sional services for the building of a original ordinance, but two decks. Shannon announced that interviews parking deck or decks in the down- In addition, the document reflects among the remaining eight candi- town. that funds can be spent on other dates for the newly created position The vote occurred at 1 a.m. means of improving the parking situ- of parking manager will be conducted Wednesday following comments ation within the town. the week of Monday, June 11, with a from residents which began at 8:30 These include a commuter jitney recommendation made to Mayor p.m. The ordinance on the council’s service, a valet parking system at the McDermott and the council by the agenda was identical to one defeated South Avenue train station lot and end of that week. on first reading just two weeks ear- reconfiguration of the “horseshoe” Mayor McDermott told The lier in a 5-4 vote. Mayor Gregory S. area of the South Avenue lot to add Westfield Leader that he envisions this person moving all the parking projects forward, including the hiring of a consultant to design the Full-Day Vo-Tech parking deck or decks by July. Fourth Ward Councilman Lawrence A. Goldman, in supporting construction of a deck, said, Program Concerns “There is never going to be a perfect Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader location” to construct a parking fa- READY TO PLAY…The Second Garden State Open Table Tennis Tournament was held in the Westfield National Guard cility. Armory last Saturday and Sunday. Sponsored by “Lily Yip Sports, Inc.,” participants included 10 players from the North Local School Districts With over 35 persons speaking at Jersey Developmental Center. The event helped prepare for the Special Olympic Summer Games to be held from Friday CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 to Sunday, June 1 to 3. See story on Page 5. By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN certainly increase for a full-time pro- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader gram. The state’s increased requirements It costs Scotch Plains-Fanwood for high school graduation make it $2,500 per student for the existing Consultant Recommends Two Decks in Downtown; difficult for a “shared time” vocational-technical program like that offered at the Union While Mayor Forms Advisory on Parking Issue County Vocational-Technical Schools (UCVTS) in Scotch By JAMES M. FOERST dation and if so, what would you of February 2000 found a parking commuter lots. Plains to work the way it used Specially Written for The Westfield Leader change?” Mayor McDermott asked deficiency of some 617 spots with a Councilman Sullivan noted that to, according to Superinten- Last week, Rich & Associates, the Mr. Rich. 10-year estimate of a 1,436-space many of the people on the waiting dent Thomas J. Bistocchi. parking consultant to the Town of “The community needs to be in- shortfall. list would decline the permit if it “There’s not enough time Westfield, recommended that the volved in the process,” said Mr. Rich, “I think we have overestimated the were made available. in a child’s day to fulfill the town move ahead with plans to build who continued by stating, “There need for parking,” commented Neil There are presently 970 names on requirements,” he said. a parking deck at Elm and Prospect was not enough public input in the F. Sullivan, Third Ward Councilman waiting lists for parking permits at The school has proposed a Streets and construct a second, the train station lots located on South $12 million expansion that smaller structure on North Avenue Avenue and Watterson Street, offi- alongside the railroad tracks and would allow the school to of- “The community needs to be involved in the process. cials said. fer a full-time academic and behind the Paine Webber building. In the end Mr. Rich concluded, “I The town council met last Thurs- There was not enough public input in the initial process.” strongly recommend two parking vocational program. The pro- Richard A. Rich posal calls for construction of day with Richard A. Rich of Rich & structures. A smaller structure on Associates to update recently elected Rich & Associates lots 1 and 8 and a second structure on a new 80,000-square-foot Union County Vocational-Technical Schools Parking Consultant to Town of Westfield building for classrooms, sci- council members on the parking prob- lot 9.” ence and computer labs, fit- lems in town, as well as to have Mr. “Frankly, anything would enhance Rich answer questions which have ness center and auditorium. shared time program. In discussing initial process.” and Chairman of the council’s Trans- the area on Elm Street near lots 1 and In a shared time program, a student arisen since his last presentation to Councilman Echausse questioned portation, Parking and Traffic Com- 8, ” said Mr. Rich. “It is important the issue, some board members have them in the fall. receives academic instruction at his expressed concern about the impact Mr. Rich about the possibility of mittee. that we add spaces now. We would local high school, then travels to In particular, both Second Ward building a deck on lot 9, also known “The enforcement of short-term decrease the size of a lots 1 and 8 of increased costs to the district for a Councilman Rafael Betancourt and UCVTS for vocational training. While full-day vo-tech program. as the Shell lot, at the corner of North parking has cleared out the down- structure by approximately 40 per- students spend three periods on the First Ward Councilman Peter and Central Avenues. town and reduced the number of cent to 500 stalls. This would miti- “It’s all about making sure the Echausse were not members of the UCVTS campus, Mr. Bistocchi said opportunities are there,” said Mr. “I still think that your best shot is spaces needed in the central business gate citizens, traffic concerns and they spend the equivalent of one pe- council when Mr. Rich gave his ini- lots 1 and 8,” Mr. Rich responded. district. We have created shoppers address design issues,” said Mr. Rich. Bistocchi, who predicted a “devas- tial presentation recommending a riod or more traveling between schools. tating” impact on the county “Lot 9 is less efficient than lots 1 and space by getting out the short-term While the first structure is being Of New Jersey’s 21 county voca- deck at lots 1 and 8, located at Elm 8 with cost per space being higher on (employee) parkers,” Mr. Sullivan built, Mr. Rich reasoned, the town economy if the UCVTS program and Prospect Streets. tional-technical schools, approxi- ceased to exist. lot 9. Also, even if we built to full said, while referring to meter feed- could plan for the construction of a mately 12 are full-time programs. “My goal is to leave tonight hav- capacity on lot 9, with a net gain of ers. second structure at lot 9, which would The UCVTS superintendent main- ing all of the council’s questions 262 spaces, there is still a serious He also noted that, “the permit add an additional 262 spaces. tains a shift to a full-time program, answered,” said Mayor Gregory S. parking deficit downtown,” he said. deficit is really only approximately “There would be additional cost that offers both academic and voca- Parade to Begin McDermott. Lots 1 and 8 are located between 350 spots,” calculating that numer- with two locations,” responded Mr. tional courses at one location, is “If you had to do it all over again, Elm and Prospect Streets in the down- ous names were duplicates on the Rich, when asked by Fourth Ward necessary for the program to remain Monday at 9 a.m. would you change your recommen- town area. Mr. Rich’s parking study South Avenue and Watterson Street CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 a viable option for students seeking Westfield’s annual Memorial vocational opportunities. Day Parade will kick off this “It’s the only way to get the kids to Monday, May 28, at 9 a.m. at the come,” said Mr. Bistocchi. Veterans Memorial Monument Local Chiropractor,Vietnam Veteran to Head Like Scotch Plains-Fanwood, at the circle intersection of East Westfield High School (WHS) cur- Broad Street and North Avenue. rently enrolls approximately 20 stu- Opening remarks will be made Westfield Memorial Day Parade This Monday dents in the UCVTS program, though by this year’s master of ceremo- By SUSAN BARBARA GORDON during the war. by the lack of support Dr. Cohen is Past Commander of that number varies from year to year. nies, Peter Hogaboom, who as Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Superintendent of Schools in the American Legion Chaplain Dr. Cohen, this year’s for those fighting in Viet- American Legion Post No. 3, Veter- Westfield, Dr. William J. Foley, said will offer the opening prayer and Dr. Martin E. Cohen, who served Grand Marshal of the nam), he was able to ans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post No. that while a full-time program might benediction. Alfred Riker, Com- as a medic in Vietnam, now practices Westfield Memorial Day Pa- honor his friends who 11467 and Vietnam Veterans of be a viable option, he favors a shared- mander of the Martin Wallberg his healing arts at the Chiropractic rade, will be the first Vietnam did not return home, by America Chapter No. 233. He and time approach. “They’re a little American Legion Post No. 3; Center of Westfield, located at 434 veteran to hold that honor. visiting the Vietnam Me- Janice, his wife of 30 years, have lived young to get too specialized,” he Alfred Shea, Commander of the Summit Avenue, in a neighborhood The chiropractor, who morial in Holmdel. in Westfield since 1977. They have said. Veterans of Foreign Wars, that is a world away from the struggle served in the Navy, provid- When asked what he two daughters, Danielle and Jessica. The time factor “is not a compel- Mountainside Chapter, as well for survival that faced him every day ing medical care for service chooses to impart to this Opening ceremonies for this year’s ling argument for us,” said Dr. Foley, as Westfield Mayor Gregory S. personnel and their fami- year’s Memorial Day parade, on Monday, May 28, will be at who noted it takes only 10 minutes McDermott, will address the lies, was sent to Vietnam as Parade viewers, Dr. 9 a.m. at the Monument to Veterans of for Westfield students to get to the crowd. a Marine combat corpsman. Cohen responded, “Vet- World War I, at the plaza of East Broad Dr. Cohen’s tour of duty dur- erans should be treated Street and North Avenue in Westfield. UCVTS campus by bus. He did say, Representatives of the Ameri- Dr. Martin E. Cohen however, if time is a problem, the can Legion and Veterans of For- ing 1968 and 1969 included with respect and ac- Participants wishing to be in the line of school day might need to be ex- eign Wars will place wreaths at the Tet Offensive, Quang Tri- knowledged, no matter march are asked to assemble at the tended. the monument. Cannon volleys Provence, Cua Viet, Dong Ha, Da what war they served in.” Lord & Taylor parking lot at 8 a.m. Mr. Bistocchi cited a 1992 study by the New York Lambs Artil- Nang and Hue. conducted under former UCVTS lery will be followed by “The He served with distinction, receiv- superintendent and present State Star Spangled Banner,” per- ing numerous medals and commen- Education Commissioner Vito formed by the Westfield High dations, including the Republic of Gagliardi, which suggested the School Marching Band. South Vietnam Campaign Medal, school turn to a full-time delivery Taps and echo taps will be Vietnam Service Medal, National system. He also commented on the played by Christopher Velderman Defense Medal, Navy Commenda- reimbursement opportunities pre- and Adam Subhaus, accompa- tion Medal with Combat “V” for sented by the School Facilities Con- nied by Dr. Theodore valor, and a Purple Heart. struction and Financing Act, saying Schlossberg of the New Jersey Looking at photographs of him- it was an “opportune time” to ex- Workshop for the Arts. Kerry self as a handsome young Marine, pand the program. Stubbs will sing an a cappella Dr. Cohen speaks of that period, UCVTS currently enrolls 600 to rendition of “God Bless which compressed a life-time of 700 students on a shared time basis. America.” lessons into two years, with a combi- With a shift to full time, enroll- The parade will start at the nation of dry humor and misty eyes. ment would drop closer to 500 stu- completion of ceremonies at the Two photos stand out — a smiling dents. monument. Marchers will go up Dr. Cohen wearing a cast on his leg Superintendent Bistocchi does not East Broad Street, make a left (which still carries the shrapnel that anticipate a “dramatic impact” on he jokes sets off metal detectors) and CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 local districts though, tuition would Courtesy of Dr. Martin E. Cohen him with a young Vietnamese child SUSTAINING A MINOR in front of an orphanage where corps- INDEX INJURY...Vietnam veteran Dr. Mar- men helped treat the youngsters. tin E. Cohen is shown wearing a cast Though he said there can never Courtesy of Dr. Martin E. Cohen A&E...... Page 21 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 7 on his leg from an injury sustained in really be closure to his Vietnam HELPING THE CHILDREN...Dr. Martin E. Cohen is pictured here with a Business ...... Page 17 Education...... Page 9 Social ...... Page 6 the war. His leg still carries the shrap- experiences (the day-to-day terror, young Vietnamese child in front of an orphanage where corpsmen helped treat Classifieds .... Page 16 Obituary ...... Page 8 Sports ...... Page 11 nel to this day. inherent in any war, compounded the youngsters. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, May 24, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Local Consumers Forced to Dig Deeper at Gasoline Pumps By FRED ROSSI the dearth of new oil refineries in the husband’s car takes premium gas, she Specially Written for The Westfield Leader United States, while some point the is “writing down places where I see Although the staggering 30 to 40 finger at everyone’s favorite scapegoats cheap gas.” cent rise in gasoline prices of the past — OPEC (Organization of the Petro- Gina Bonneau, visiting the area from two months appears to have ended, or leum Exporting Countries) and the oil the shore area, explained that the in- at least stabilized, the fact remains that, crease in gas prices has been a sort of as the summer holiday season begins blessing in disguise. this weekend, gas prices are, for the “I had been thinking about how to most part, the highest they’ve ever been. increase my physical activity in my A year ago, prices at the pump shot up busy schedule,” she added. to about $1.50 for a gallon of regular She said the higher gas prices made gasoline. her realize “that I didn’t have to drive to However, prices remained steady the boardwalk or a park to accomplish throughout much of last fall and began my walking routine. I can walk to do to decline during the winter, with prices errands such as going to the post office at some gas stations dropping to as low or local stores in a healthy way, while as $1.29 per gallon. saving on gasoline.” Two months ago, however, price in- Suzanne Dominguez of Milltown said creases started to become an almost she “considers the rise in gas prices to daily occurrence as the nation’s energy be a major drain on my pocketbook.” woes began to affect consumers across She said that “instead of spending around the country. Gas prices in our area are $20 a week, now the expense looks now well above $1.50 for a gallon of more like $25 or $30. Over a year’s time, regular, and some stations are charging that’ll add up to more than I’d like to nearly $2 for a gallon of premium. spend.” Some are blaming the Bush Admin- File photo of The Westfield Leader She added that the increased cost of David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader SPECIAL GUEST…Acting Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco made a special appearance at Brookside Park in Scotch Plains istration for its admitted lack of options companies — for the rapid rise in gas gas “won’t break me, but it does affect on May 20 for the Jim Airey ALS Awareness Tournament. Pictured, above, Mr. DiFrancesco meets with baseball fans. to stabilize gas prices. Others blame prices this spring. Whoever is at fault, the way I think about going out for a the fact is that consumers have to dig nice drive in the country or my cross- much deeper in their wallets in order to country summer plans.” fill up their gas tanks. Cleis Murillo of Bound Brook drives Slower Economy Impacts Some Area Stores; Susan Konray of Westfield told The a van she said she uses to shuttle Westfield Leader that the Bush Admin- around her mother, her sister and their istration “is probably orchestrating a kids. She said she had never worried gas crisis in order to push through about the wear-and-tear and the cost Talbot’s, Target Report Increase In Sales Volume policies to lower our emission and pol- of gas. lution standards and allow the industry “Now,” she joked, “I practically By FRED ROSSI But that wasn’t the case this year in Claudia Santo, with Sojourn Travel so far this year. to burn dirtier fuel oil and coal. The charge (my family) at the door before Specially Written for The Times Westfield. In fact, she said, “people are on Elm Street, said she had “abso- “The first quarter was better than people will pay and big business will they get in! It’s a major financial under- A year ago, it almost seemed that the looking to open in Westfield.” lutely” seen a slowdown in bookings in usual for cruising,” she told The Times, reap huge benefits.” taking to fill my tank now.” good times would last forever. The Pointing to the recent revival in the all areas of travel. She first noticed a attributing the rise to the fact that cruises Dale Cassidy from New York said Local gas retailers say the price hikes national economy was barreling ahead stock market, Ms. Schmidt expressed downturn early this year. typically have a fixed price with nearly that, despite the spike in gas prices, she are out of their hands as they are forced into the 10th year of its expansion — her hope that the worst of the economy’s But Jean Ann Honig, with SeaBound everything included in that price. “The is “still doing normal stuff.” to pass on the higher prices they pay to one that had seen unemployment drop decline is over. She also noted that Cruises/World Cruises Ltd. on Front cruise lines tell us that their sales are She said that partly because her their suppliers. to its lowest level in decades; one that Talbot’s, the national clothing retailer Street in Scotch Plains, stated she has flat,” she said, but her business has had turned a triple-digit federal budget with a store in Westfield, just announced seen a 20 percent increase in bookings bucked that trend. deficit into a triple-digit surplus; one its sales were up 10 percent for the last that had provided stock market inves- fiscal year. In addition, Target, although Memorial Day Parade tors with trillions of dollars in capital not located in Westfield, was cited by WESTFIELD gains, and one that had given consum- Ms. Schmidt as also having reported Two Decks ers reason to believe that everything healthy sales figures. POLICE To Begin Monday at 9 a.m. was somehow affordable and nothing “So I think that the retail sector is was unattainable. doing well,” she said. BLOTTER Recommended CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 What a difference a year makes. The She added that Trader Joe’s, the spe- onto Elm Street, a right onto Orchard Westfield Community Band and the New TUESDAY, MAY 15 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Street, then a right onto Mountain Av- Jersey Music Studio Jazz Band spon- economy slammed on its brakes late cialty grocer on Elm Street, is serving Councilman Lawrence A. Goldman, last year as stocks skidded into a bear some 7,000 customers a week and “do- • James Tobin, 35, of Bayville and enue. sored by the New Jersey Workshop for market and whispers about a recession Luanne Tuch, 26, of Toms River were about the financial ramifications of At the Revolutionary War Cemetery, the Arts. ing very well,” according to a recent two decks. grew louder. Joblessness has risen as conversation she had with the store’s arrested on Washington Street on nar- the Sons and Daughters of the American The parade will conclude at Fairview layoffs have mounted. Stock losses manager. And banks in Westfield are Mr. Rich noted that there would be Revolution will break ranks and conduct Cemetery, where memorial services will cotics charges, police confirmed. required duplications in two struc- services in the cemetery, where over 100 be held by the Westfield and have forced many to pare back their also healthy. While there is consolida- Tobin, charged with possession spending. Consumers are more ner- tion occurring in the industry, “we’re tures such as “stairs, elevators, foun- war veterans are buried, including those Mountainside Veterans of Foreign Wars. vous than they were six or seven months not seeing closures due to a lack of of suspected heroin, drug parapher- dations and facades.” Mr. Rich also who served in the French and Indian War, Soft drinks will be available at the cem- ago. Locally, the picture is a mixed activity.” nalia and a hypodermic syringe, noted that similar concerns were the War of 1812 and the Civil War. etery entrance. Flags will also be avail- one, as discovered this week during a Ray Pardon, President of the Scotch was held on $25,000 bail. raised in other towns and cities where The parade will continue left onto East able throughout the parade route for a quick check with area businesses and Plains Business and Professional As- Tuch, charged with possession of he has been involved. Broad Street. There will be a brief stop at donation of $1 to help offset parade business leaders. sociation, says that, overall, “general suspected heroin and possession of “The two deck solution was suc- the Municipal Building, where the veter- costs. ans’ contingent will observe a moment of In addition, all marchers are welcome With no businesses in town closing walk-around trade and business activ- drug paraphernalia, was also wanted cessful in both Appleton, Wisc. and their doors recently, Debbie Schmidt, ity in town seems to be down.” silence in front of the World War II me- to come back to the American Legion on a $50,000 contempt of court Davenport, Iowa,” Mr. Rich com- Executive Director of the Westfield He told The Times his feeling is that mented. morial plaque bearing the names of the Hall on the corner of North Avenue and Area Chamber of Commerce, said it’s the current economic slowdown may warrant out of Ocean County. The council reintroduced and men and women who died serving their Crossway Place. “a good sign that things are going be “more of a psychological recession She was released on her own recog- amended Tuesday an ordinance au- country. Marchers or anyone interested in be- fine.” than a financial one.” Seeing big losses nizance with summonses on the The parade will be led by the National ing included in this year’s parade are thorizing the allocation of $700,000 Guard, police escort with the Mayor and Typically, she told The Times of in the stock market, reading about lay- Westfield charges and released to the of general revenue funds toward capi- asked to be in the Lord & Taylor parking Scotch Plains-Fanwood, after the win- offs and paying more for gasoline “sets the Town Council, this year’s Grand Mar- lot at 8 a.m. on the morning of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department. tal parking solutions. shal, Dr. Martin Cohen, and the veterans’ ter holidays, those businesses that had up a negative psychological outlook in • parade. A Lincoln Road resident re- The same ordinance was rejected contingent, followed by various civil and Any questions on the parade should be struggled just to make it through the people’s minds,” he said. ported the theft of her wallet, con- at the May 8 council meeting after December shopping season then close A bright side to a slower economy youth organizations, the Westfield Fire directed to Stan Cuba at (908) 654-9181. their doors. for local merchants, Mr. Pardon said, is taining $80, while she was at an Elm Mayor McDermott broke a 4-4 dead- Department and the rescue squad. If the weather is questionable on the day that “people tend to stay home and not Street supermarket. lock by voting against the ordinance This year’s musical accompaniment of the parade, there will be recorded THURSDAY, MAY 17 in favor of further discussions. The will include the Westfield Fife and Drum, message at this number. In case of in- take longer vacations,” thus making it • Joanna Kreil Elected more likely that they’ll spend their An unknown individual at- ordinance, in part, funds the design Bound Brook Drum and Bugle Corp., clement weather, ceremonies will be held money closer to home. tempted to pry open the driver’s phase of a deck although it does not Westfield High School Marching Band, at the American Legion Hall. To Skidmore Honor Society Mr. Pardon added that business at side door of a motor vehicle at the give specifics on the size or location. WESTFIELD – Joanna Kreil, the his own store, Nuts N’ Plenty on Park south side train station. Police said That would be decided by the firm to daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Kreil, Avenue, has “definitely slowed down. entry to the vehicle was not gained. be hired by the town to handle this has been elected to the Periclean Honor I see it in my numbers.” Another indi- • The theft of $31 from a book phase of the project. Council Amends, Then OKs Society at Skidmore College in Sarasota cator to him of less-rosy times is the bag in the gym area of Westfield The mayor also announced that a Springs, N.Y. Joanna is a member of the increase in the number of customers High School was reported to police. Citizens Parking Committee had Class of 2002. The society was formed paying for their orders with credit cards • A Prospect Street resident re- been formed to gather information Decree to Build Deck, Decks to stimulate intellectual curiosity, to rather than cash. ported that the front driver’s side from the public regarding the park- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 encourage creative activity, and to honor One area where conflicting stories mirror on her motor vehicle was ing proposals. The mayor described the meeting, comments ranged from a academic achievement. from $12 million to $20 million” to were heard was the local travel industry. damaged while the vehicle was the committee as “non-political.” recommendation to build a deck on the build a deck “that will forever alter the parked on Cowperthwaite Place. The committee is made up of towns Lord & Taylor parking lot on North character of our 100-year-old commu- FRIDAY, MAY 18 people and includes a broad spec- Avenue to the acquisition of a triangle nity.” • Richard Yerich, Jr., 42, of trum of citizens. The mayor said that of land on Lenox Avenue, so that it He cited increased traffic, higher Mountainside was arrested and the committee includes “pro-deck could be added to lot 7 on North Av- pollution emissions, obstructed site charged with driving while intoxi- people and anti-deck people, people enue to construct a parking structure. lines and safety issues for children and cated at Woodland and Kimball from northside and people from First Ward Councilman Carl A. adults alike, as well as the “potential Avenues. Yerich was subsequently southside, engineers, merchants and Salisbury noted that the town had had financial burden” on taxpayers a park- released on his own recognizance. people in the building trades.” discussions with Lord & Taylor corpo- ing facility would bring. • Joseph Robinson, 18, of Westfield “The committee should include rate executives on putting a deck on Mr. Hertell said the Chamber and Hosta was arrested and charged with posses- stakeholders,” stated Mr. Rich. “The their property, “and they are not inter- DWC, in supporting a deck, “must be sion of a fictitious driver’s license on ested.” seen as representing their base,” the end-user should be involved.” Debbie Schmidt, Executive Direc- •Best Shade Perennial Vernon Place. He was released on his The committee will meet twice a town’s merchants. own recognizance with a summons. tor of the Westfield Area Chamber of The former Board of Education mem- •Very Low Maintenance week for six weeks, culminating with Commerce, an organization that last ber, who served as Finance Committee • Johnathan J. Singhbaba, 18, of a public presentation by Westfield •Many Varieties Westfield was arrested and charged summer came out in favor of building Chairman on the board, said he sup- resident and Committee Chairman two decks, announced that over the ports a parking garage on the South with possession of less than 50 grams of Andy Cataldo at an upcoming coun- course of two weeks, 1,393 persons #2 pot reg $14.99-$19.99 marijuana and possession of alcohol by Avenue train station parking lot. cil meeting. have signed petitions supporting “tiered Ferris Place resident Randall Packer a person under 21 years of age. He was In other matters, Town Administra- parking in Westfield.” was among those deck opponents who $2 Off released on his own recognizance. tor Thomas B. Shannon told The Of that number, 854 signatures were took offense to a full-page, pro-deck SATURDAY, MAY 19 Westfield Leader that the final deci- from people residing in Westfield, with • advertisement run last week in The A Trinity Place resident reported sion on the hiring of a parking direc- another 539 from employees, business Westfield Leader by the Chamber and that someone used her identity to tor will be made before the end of owners and shoppers. The petitions the DWC. Describing the two entities open an account with a business. June. Mr. Shannon stated that out of were available at various stores in the as “advocacy groups,” he called infor- • Nicholas D. Klastava, 19, of the 39 candidates who submitted downtown. mation included in the ad “nothing Scotch Plains was arrested at Clark résumés for the position, the field had “A business owner who comes to more than speculation.” Street and Ludlow Place and charged been narrowed to eight. Westfield risks his livelihood to be a Favoring the deck, Richard Andreski Shady Characters with possession of alcohol while “We expect to make a decision in part of the Westfield business commu- of Eaglecroft Road said, “this is the underage. He was released on his approximately a month,” said Mr. nity,” Ms. Schmidt said. “He pays taxes opportunity we have been waiting for.” own recognizance with a summons. Shannon. directly to the town if he is a property A commuter, he noted that he walks to owner or through his lease if he is a the train station and is not on any of the tenant.” lists for commuter parking permits. Coleus Downtown Westfield Corporation “We have to move forward and we Mountain (DWC) Executive Director Sherry have to do it now,” said 31-year resi- •Amazingly Easy to Grow Cronin offered a slide presentation dent Carol Cohen of Roanoke Road. Laurel showing Westfield from the early and In other business, the council adopted •Exciting Colored Foliage Douglas M. Fasciale mid 1990s, when the downtown had a an ordinance approving the town’s par- •Thrives in Shade & Native 40 percent vacancy rate, to today, when ticipation in this year’s Union County Certified Civil Trial Attorney most of the downtown has been filled Improvement Authority lease program. • Over 20 varieties Rhododendron and even renovated. The Authority will float $15 million in •Takes Heavy Shade by the Supreme Court of New Jersey Julie Diddell of Elm Street, a mem- bonds to help purchase equipment and Buy 2 ber of the Concerned Citizens for the vehicles for participating towns in the •Good for Screening Preservation of Residential Westfield, county. •Late Spring Blooms Concentrating in personal injury said the group has collected almost Westfield is utilizing the program to Get One Free 1,000 signatures opposing a north side purchase $955,870 worth of equipment and malpractice cases. deck. for the Public Works, Fire and Police 20% Off She said the petition asks the coun- departments. Included is a new pumper cil “to implement less costly, less inva- truck for the Fire Department and Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP sive measures prior to spending more $235,000 for sewer and catch basin Good Thru resources on a $12 million garage.” trucks for the DPW. Attorneys At Law - A Full Service Firm Mrs. Diddell said she believes the Also, Mayor McDermott announced 05/29/01 bulk of the Chamber’s petition sign- that he was appointing Darielle Walsh to Bob’s ILLIAMS URSERYLinens & Things Highway 22 ers were non-residents, while the Citi- fill out the term of Richard Solomon on Nursery at 40 Paterson Street 116 S. Euclid Avenue 524 Springfield Ave Exit 577 South Exit zens’ petition was signed by resi- the TV 36 Advisory Board. Mr. Solomon, Comp USA Kennilworth Blvd 138 New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Westfield, NJ 07090 dents. 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USPS 485200 Published OUR 43RD YEAR – ISSUE NO. 21-43 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, May 24, 2001 Every Thursday (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Fanwood Downtown Block Eyed as Redevelopment Area By SUZETTE F. STALKER block who had been sent letters noti- in 1992. Specially Written for The Times fying them about the meeting. The comprehensive study involved Hoping it will spur economic revi- Prepared on behalf of Mayor Louis surveys of land use, property condi- talization, the Fanwood Planning C. Jung and the Borough Council, tions and occupancy-vacancy ele- Board voted 8 to 1 last week in favor the study focused on the entire 6.5- ments; reviews of the current Master of recommending that the governing acre block, made up of 24 individual Plan, Land Use Ordinance and mu- body designate a full block of down- tax lots, to determine whether it met nicipal records related to the proper- town land, which includes the Dean requirements for designation as an ties, and discussions with borough Oil site, as an area in need of redevel- area in need of redevelopment under officials, according to Mr. Preiss. opment. New Jersey’s Local Redevelopment The firm also analyzed soil and The block, bordered by South, and Housing Law, which was passed CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Martine and LaGrande Avenues and Second Street, was the subject of a study done earlier this year by Abeles Phillips Preiss and Shapiro, a plan- Full-Day Vo-Tech ning and real estate consultant firm based in New York City and New Brunswick. During a special Planning Board Program Concerns meeting on May 16, planner Richard Preiss presented a report on his firm’s David B. Corbin for The Times findings to the board and some 20 SPECIAL GUEST…Acting Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco made a special appearance at Brookside Park on May 20 audience members, among them Local School Districts for the Jim Airey ALS Awareness Tournament. Pictured, above, Mr. DiFrancesco meets with baseball fans. property owners and tenants on the By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN Specially Written for The Times The state’s increased re- Slower Economy Impacts Some Area Stores; quirements for high school graduation make it difficult for a “shared time” vocational- technical program like that Talbot’s, Target Report Increase In Sales Volume offered at the Union County Vocational-Technical Schools By FRED ROSSI late last year as stocks skidded into a winter holidays, those businesses that the industry, “we’re not seeing clo- (UCVTS) in Scotch Plains to Specially Written for The Times bear market and whispers about a had struggled just to make it through sures due to a lack of activity.” A year ago, it almost seemed that work the way it used to, ac- recession grew louder. Joblessness the December shopping season then Ray Pardon, President of the Scotch cording to Superintendent the good times would last forever. has risen as layoffs have mounted. close their doors. Plains Business and Professional The national economy was barreling Thomas J. Bistocchi. Stock losses have forced many to But that wasn’t the case this year Association, says that, overall, “gen- “There’s not enough time in ahead into the 10th year of its expan- pare back their spending. Consum- in Westfield. In fact, she said, “people eral walk-around trade and business sion — one that had seen unemploy- a child’s day to fulfill the re- ers are more nervous than they were are looking to open in Westfield.” activity in town seems to be down.” quirements,” he said. ment drop to its lowest level in de- six or seven months ago. Locally, the Pointing to the recent revival in the He told The Times his feeling is cades; one that had turned a triple- The school has proposed a picture is a mixed one, as discovered stock market, Ms. Schmidt expressed that the current economic slowdown $12 million expansion that Union County Vocational-Technical Schools digit federal budget deficit into a this week during a quick check with her hope that the worst of the may be “more of a psychological triple-digit surplus; one that had pro- would allow the school to offer area businesses and business leaders. economy’s decline is over. She also recession than a financial one.” See- a full-time academic and vocational tains a shift to a full-time program, vided stock market investors with With no businesses in town clos- noted that Talbot’s, the national clothing big losses in the stock market, that offers both academic and voca- trillions of dollars in capital gains, program. The proposal calls for con- ing their doors recently, Debbie ing retailer with a store in Westfield, reading about layoffs and paying struction of a new 80,000-square- tional courses at one location, is nec- and one that had given consumers Schmidt, Executive Director of the just announced its sales were up 10 more for gasoline “sets up a negative essary for the program to remain a reason to believe that everything was foot building for classrooms, science Westfield Area Chamber of Com- percent for the last fiscal year. In psychological outlook in people’s and computer labs, fitness center and viable option for students seeking somehow affordable and nothing was merce, said it’s “a good sign that addition, Target, although not lo- minds,” he said. vocational opportunities. unattainable. auditorium. things are going fine.” cated in Westfield, was cited by Ms. A bright side to a slower economy In a shared time program, a stu- “It’s the only way to get the kids to What a difference a year makes. Typically, she told The Times of Schmidt as also having reported for local merchants, Mr. Pardon said, come,” said Mr. Bistocchi. The economy slammed on its brakes dent receives academic instruction Scotch Plains-Fanwood, after the healthy sales figures. is that “people tend to stay home and at his local high school, then travels Like Scotch Plains-Fanwood, “So I think that the retail sector is not take longer vacations,” thus mak- to UCVTS for vocational training. Westfield High School (WHS) cur- doing well,” she said. ing it more likely that they’ll spend While students spend three periods rently enrolls approximately 20 stu- Local Consumers She added that Trader Joe’s, the their money closer to home. on the UCVTS campus, Mr. Bistocchi dents in the UCVTS program, though specialty grocer on Elm Street, is Mr. Pardon added that business at said they spend the equivalent of one that number varies from year to year. serving some 7,000 customers a week his own store, Nuts N’ Plenty on Park period or more traveling between CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Forced to Dig Deeper and “doing very well,” according to Avenue, has “definitely slowed down. schools. a recent conversation she had with I see it in my numbers.” Another Of New Jersey’s 21 county voca- the store’s manager. And banks in indicator to him of less-rosy times is tional-technical schools, approxi- Pearl Harbor Attack Westfield are also healthy. While the increase in the number of cus- mately 12 are full-time programs. To Be Remembered At Gasoline Pumps there is consolidation occurring in CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 The UCVTS superintendent main- At Mem. Day Parade By FRED ROSSI Specially Written for The Times Scotch Plains and Fanwood Although the staggering 30 to 40 Parade Grand Marshal Michael Rossi Memorial Day Parade ceremo- cent rise in gasoline prices of the past nies, commemorating the 60th two months appears to have ended, anniversary of the Japanese at- or at least stabilized, the fact remains tack on Pearl Harbor, will begin that, as the summer holiday season Recalls, First Hand, Pearl Harbor at 8 a.m. this Monday, May 28, begins this weekend, gas prices are, with a wreath laying ceremony By FRED ROSSI The theme of this year’s celebra- for the most part, the highest they’ve Specially Written for The Times at the Scotch Plains-Fanwood tion is the upcoming 60th anniver- ever been. A year ago, prices at the American Legion Post No. 209 The sound of some unexplained sary of the Japanese attack on Pearl on Park Avenue and Sunset Place pump shot up to about $1.50 for a nearby explosions wasn’t going to gallon of regular gasoline. Harbor, which ushered the United in Scotch Plains. keep Staff Sergeant Michael Rossi States into World War II. However, prices remained steady At 9 a.m., there will be a simi- from his Sunday morning routine. Earlier this week, Mr. Rossi, after lar ceremony at the Fanwood throughout much of last fall and be- Stationed at Schofield Barracks in gan to decline during the winter, some cajoling and, with some reluc- Memorial Library at Tillotson Hawaii, Mr. Rossi, a few months tance, spoke with The Times of Scotch with prices at some gas stations drop- Road and North Avenue. from his 24th birthday, liked to eat Plains-Fanwood about his experi- ping to as low as $1.29 per gallon. Wreathes will be presented at breakfast by himself on Sundays. ences on that “date which will live in Two months ago, however, price File photo of The Times the Veterans Monument at Park Born and raised in the Bronx, he infamy.” increases started to become an al- Avenue and Front Street in Scotch PAYING THE PRICE AT THE had joined the Army in July 1940 and In his dormitory on that early Sun- Plains at 10 a.m. most daily occurrence as the nation’s PUMP...Customers must dig deeper was stationed in what was then the energy woes began to affect consum- day morning of December 7, 1941, The Scotch Plains-Fanwood in their pockets to pay for gas, as territory of Hawaii with the 25th Mr. Rossi, in Hawaii for 14 months, ers across the country. Gas prices in prices are, for the most part, the high- Memorial Day Parade will fol- Infantry Division of the 89th Battal- was preparing to go out for breakfast low this ceremony. The parade our area are now well above $1.50 est they have ever been. ion. for a gallon of regular, and some when he heard what he said was “a itself will start at 10:45 a.m. at Next Monday, Mr. Rossi, a former tremendous blast” at nearby Wheeler stations are charging nearly $2 for a she is “still doing normal stuff.” the Scotch Plains Municipal Chief of Police in Scotch Plains and Field, home to a fleet of military Michael Rossi Building. The parade will pro- gallon of premium. She said that partly because her the father of Councilman Frank S. Some are blaming the Bush Ad- planes — a blast that caused the was so unnerved by the unexpected ceed along Park Avenue, move husband’s car takes premium gas, Rossi, will serve as Grand Marshal concrete barracks building to vibrate. ministration for its admitted lack of explosions that Mr. Rossi spent some down Martine Avenue into the she is “writing down places where I of the Memorial Day Parade in Scotch A fellow soldier, still in his teens, options to stabilize gas prices. Oth- time trying to calm him. center of Fanwood and end at see cheap gas.” Plains and Fanwood. according to Mr. Rossi’s estimate, ers blame the dearth of new oil refin- Gina Bonneau, visiting the area “I told him there’d been earth- LaGrande Park in Fanwood. eries in the United States, while some from the shore area, explained that quakes in the area,” he recalled tell- Michael Rossi, father of Scotch point the finger at everyone’s favor- the increase in gas prices has been a ing the green soldier in an attempt to Plains Township Councilman ite scapegoats — OPEC (Organiza- sort of blessing in disguise. pacify him, “and that possibly this Frank Rossi, will serve as Parade tion of the Petroleum Exporting “I had been thinking about how to was just an earthquake.” He also Grand Marshal. A U.S. Army Countries) and the oil companies — increase my physical activity in my broached the possibility that some World War II veteran, he was for the rapid rise in gas prices this busy schedule,” she added. practice bombings had gone slightly assigned to the 25th Infantry spring. Whoever is at fault, the fact is She said the higher gas prices made awry. Division, stationed at Schofield that consumers have to dig much her realize “that I didn’t have to drive Mr. Rossi noted that the older sol- Barracks in Hawaii during the deeper in their wallets in order to fill to the boardwalk or a park to accom- diers outside his building did not attack on Pearl Harbor on De- up their gas tanks. plish my walking routine. I can walk seem to be concerned. cember 7, 1941, an attack which Susan Konray of Westfield told to do errands such as going to the “Nothing was going to keep me thrust the United States into the The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood post office or local stores in a healthy from going to breakfast,” Mr. Rossi war. that the Bush Administration “is prob- way, while saving on gasoline.” said, so he got dressed and headed Mr. Rossi has resided in Scotch ably orchestrating a gas crisis in or- Suzanne Dominguez of Milltown outside. As he stepped into the early Plains for 63 years. A former der to push through policies to lower said she “considers the rise in gas morning Hawaiian sun around 8 a.m., Scotch Plains Police Chief, he emission and pollution standards and prices to be a major drain on my he saw a fighter plane, decorated served 36 years on the township allow the industry to burn dirtier fuel pocketbook.” She said that “instead with a red rising sun insignia, com- department, the last six as chief. oil and coal. The people will pay and of spending around $20 a week, now ing in towards the barracks building. “The parade is an exciting big business will reap huge benefits.” the expense looks more like $25 or Mr. Rossi said the anecdotes about event, especially for the younger Dale Cassidy from New York said $30. Over a year’s time, that’ll add Japanese pilots smiling at the Ameri- spectators and participants. How- that, despite the spike in gas prices, cans during the bombing attacks were ever, let us not forget the mean- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 true, because he saw it himself. “They ing of Memorial Day and the Courtesy of Michael Rossi solemnity of this occasion,” said INDEX SERVING WITH PRIDE...Staff Sergeant Michael Rossi, far left, poses with were smiling in satisfaction at the A&E...... Page 21 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 7 fellow soldiers in Auckland, New Zealand. The snapshot, which was taken in shock on our faces.” Joe McCourt, Publicity Chair- Business ...... Page 17 Education...... Page 9 Social ...... Page 6 October of 1943, also includes soldiers from New York, Texas, Michigan, He then watched as a lieutenant man for the Parade Committee. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Classifieds...... Page 16 Obituary ...... Page 8 Sports ...... Page 11 Chicago, Iowa and New Jersey. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, May 24, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Parade Grand Marshal Rossi Memorial Day Recalls Pearl Harbor Attack Plans in SP-F CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 pulled out his .45 pistol and fired, in Mr. Rossi was never asked whether The line of march is as follows: the “an act of defiance,” at the Japanese he and his fellow soldiers from that war Scotch Plains and Fanwood police plane. “The first rule of thumb for a deserve the moniker of “the greatest departments, who will lead the parade soldier under attack is to arm himself,” generation,” but after spending some followed by American Legion Post Mr. Rossi said. time with him, it’s hard to argue with No. 209, the Legion Post No. 209 So he went back into the barracks, that description, given the overwhelm- broke down the padlocked door to the ing odds they faced at the outset and the Ladies Auxiliary, the Sons of the Ameri- supply room, and armed himself, joined grit and determination they displayed can Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars by his fellow soldiers, some of whom in winning what author Studs Terkel Post No. 10122, St. Columcile Pipe didn’t properly equip themselves. called “the good war.” Band, Grand Marshal Rossi, Pearl The group then stayed inside the Harbor Survivors Association and the building and waited for the attacks to Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School end, which they did two hours later, Vo-Tech Expansion Marching Band. after a second wave of Japanese at- Acting Governor Donald T. tacks. Afterwards, Mr. Rossi and his CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 DiFrancesco, State Assemblymen Richard H. Bagger and Thomas H. unit shipped out to positions that had Superintendent of Schools in been determined as a result of pre- Kean, Jr., the Union County Board attack planning and maneuvers de- Westfield, Dr. William J. Foley, said of Chosen Freeholders, Scotch signed to react to just such an attack. that while a full-time program might Plains Mayor Martin L. Marks and be a viable option, he favors a shared- On their way to their position, Mr. the Township Council, Fanwood Rossi and fellow members of his unit time approach. “They’re a little young Mayor Louis C. Jung and the Bor- saw the destruction wrought on the to get too specialized,” he said. ough Council, Scotch Plains- The time factor “is not a compel- Pacific fleet by the Japanese. Fanwood High School Air Force “We passed Wheeler Field. That was ling argument for us,” said Dr. Foley, Junior Reserve Officers Training devastation. There were lines of planes who noted it takes only 10 minutes for Corps Color Guard and Cadets and Westfield students to get to the with holes that made them as porous as the David Aaron Dixieland Band. you can imagine,” Mr. Rossi recalled. UCVTS campus by bus. He did say, He also saw hangars at the base de- Fred K. Lecomte for The Times Scotch Plains Fire Department, however, if time is a problem, the READY TO PLAY…The Second Garden State Open Table Tennis Tournament was held in the Westfield National Guard Scotch Plains Lions Club, Scotch stroyed. school day might need to be extended. Armory last Saturday and Sunday. Sponsored by “Lily Yip Sports, Inc.,” participants included 10 players from the North Plains-Fanwood High School Per- “We passed Pearl Harbor, and I could Mr. Bistocchi cited a 1992 study Jersey Developmental Center. The event helped prepare for the Special Olympic Summer Games to be held from Friday see one ship upended in the water,” to Sunday, June 1 to 3. See story on Page 5. cussion Ensemble, UNICO, Italian- conducted under former UCVTS su- American Club, Fanwood Youth Or- protruding at a ninety degree angle, the perintendent and present State Edu- ganization Baseball, Fanwood- veteran said. cation Commissioner Vito Gagliardi, Mr. Rossi’s unit, which included Scotch Plains YMCA Indian Guides, which suggested the school turn to a George Krauss Memorial Band, James Jones, who later wrote “From full-time delivery system. He also Fanwood Planning Bd. Supports Having Here to Eternity,” took up their posi- Scotch Plains Democratic Club, tion in a jungle area. “There were mos- commented on the reimbursement op- Martial Arts America, Willow Grove quitoes, there were injuries, there were portunities presented by the School Presbyterian Church, Scotch Plains- Facilities Construction and Financ- Block Designated as Redevelopment Area infections,” Mr. Rossi said. “The boys Fanwood Girl Scouts, Fanwood Fire without equipment were in bad shape.” ing Act, saying it was an “opportune CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 groundwater contamination progress tively small size of the properties, as well Long Range Planning Committee’s re- Department, Fanwood Lions Club, In March 1933, a teen-aged Mr. Rossi time” to expand the program. Harmony Dancers, Scotch Plains- UCVTS currently enrolls 600 to reports regarding the long-vacant as and soil and groundwater contamina- port was important to the overall decision had attended the inauguration of Presi- Fanwood Youth Baseball Associa- dent Franklin D. Roosevelt. He said 700 students on a shared time basis. Dean Oil site, which spans four lots tion concerns, particularly involving the process. at the southwestern corner of the Dean Oil site. During a discussion of how redevelop- tion, Scotch Plains Baptist Church, hearing the President’s words on the With a shift to full time, enrollment Moore-Ryan School of Irish Dance, would drop closer to 500 students. block, at LaGrande Avenue and Sec- Mr. Preiss said designating the block ment area status could affect successful radio in Hawaii in the wake of the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, Japanese attack nearly nine years later Superintendent Bistocchi does not ond Street. as a redevelopment area would allow revitalization of the Dean Oil site, Mr. had gratified him. Situated at the key intersection of elected officials to take a more “proac- Preiss said that borough officials could Plainfield High School Band, Scotch anticipate a “dramatic impact” on Plains-Fanwood Soccer Associa- “I was just a bit player in a real tragic local districts though, tuition would South and Martine Avenues and di- tive” approach in addressing develop- stipulate that a developer agree to implement problems there “on a comprehen- tion, Karate in Motion, Club Scout drama,” he said. More than 2,400 were certainly increase for a full-time pro- rectly opposite the Fanwood train ment cleanup efforts at the property as a killed and close to 1,200 injured in the station, the block is considered piv- sive basis.” condition of being designated to develop Pack No. 98, Moderne Academie of gram. He also said such status would serve the site. Fine Arts, Fanwood Rescue Squad, attack on Pearl Harbor. It costs Scotch Plains-Fanwood otal to the economic vitality of the Afterwards, Mr. Rossi served in the as a “very useful tool for a public-private Although the Planning Board voiced Westfield Fife and Drum Corps, an- $2,500 per student for the existing borough’s downtown. Its diverse partnership,” through which Fanwood’s unanimous support for efforts to revital- Pacific Theater, including Guadalcanal commercial uses include retail, of- tique cars and the Westfield Com- shared time program. In discussing municipal government could create a ize the block, several – including Andrew munity Band. and Luzon. His actions in Luzon earned the issue, some board members have fice, warehouse and light industry. him a Silver Star commendation. Mr. plan for improving the area that con- MacDonald, who ultimately voted expressed concern about the impact During the course of the study, Mr. forms to its goals and the borough’s against the idea – voiced reservations Rossi was discharged from the service Preiss said his firm looked at indi- in July 1945, a month before the drop- of increased costs to the district for a Master Plan. The redevelopment plan over the potential fiscal impact on the ping of the atomic bombs on Hiroshima full-day vo-tech program. vidual lots on the block in terms of could then be implemented by the private borough of implementing a redevelop- Gas Prices “It’s all about making sure the op- seven statutory criteria for establish- sector. ment plan. and Nagasaki and two months before CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the Japanese formally surrendered. portunities are there,” said Mr. ment of a redevelopment area, as set According to Mr. Preiss’ report, a However, Mayor Jung said there are Bistocchi, who predicted a “devastat- forth under the Local Redevelop- redevelopment plan would encourage financial avenues, such as grant money, up to more than I’d like to spend.” It would be several decades before She added that the increased cost he would return to the scene of the ing” impact on the county economy if ment and Housing Law. private redevelopment and/or rehabili- to help put a redevelopment plan into the UCVTS program ceased to exist. Criteria categories include build- tation efforts by existing property own- motion. He stated that “it’s time to do of gas “won’t break me, but it does Sunday morning breakfast that never affect the way I think about going was. His division had formed an alumni ings which are not conducive to ers wherever possible, as well as pro- something” about improving that sec- association of sorts and, in 1974, to proper living or working conditions, moting “infill retail development” and tion of the downtown. out for a nice drive in the country or commemorate the 25th anniversary of those which have fallen into disre- second-story additions for offices and With the Planning Board having my cross-country summer plans.” its formation, Mr. Rossi and the group pair or are no longer used; land which affordable apartments. endorsed designation of the block as Cleis Murillo of Bound Brook drives traveled to Hawaii. has remained unimproved for a de- The report also anticipated such a a redevelopment area, the next step is a van she said she uses to shuttle around He initially told The Times he was plan would call for “adequate off- for the governing body to hold a hear- her mother, her sister and their kids. She cade and, for various reasons, has no street parking, with improved traffic ing to determine if it should accept reluctant to talk much about his expe- likely prospects for development said she had never worried about the riences of nearly 60 years ago. But circulation and loading facilities,” as the Planning Board’s recommenda- wear-and-tear and the cost of gas. through private capital, and property well as “good pedestrian linkages” tion. what his interviewer expected would which reflects an increasing or total “Now,” she joked, “I practically be a brief chat turned into more than 90 and coordination of future develop- If it is approved, a planner would charge (my family) at the door be- lack of proper utilization. ment activity “with improvements to likely be retained to create a redevel- enjoyable minutes of recollections, Mr. Preiss stated that while he fore they get in! It’s a major financial anecdotes humorous, sad and interest- the train station parking lot and other opment plan for the block, it was undertaking to fill my tank now.” ing, observations — some of them off found some properties to be “in fairly public and private improvements to noted during last week’s meeting. good condition,” particularly retail Local gas retailers say the price the record — and the sharing of vari- the downtown,” among other objec- hikes are out of their hands as they ous photographs and official commu- stores along Martine Avenue, others tives. on the block exhibited some physi- While the plan would also give the are forced to pass on the higher prices nications relating to Mr. Rossi’s war- they pay to their suppliers. time experiences. cal deterioration. He also noted the borough, as stated in the report, “the Economy existence of several lots which he power of eminent domain to acquire It was ironic that, as the conversa- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 tion with Mr. Rossi was ending, a tele- said were “underutilized” or vacant. property and/or easements should re- Cameron Rogers vision in another room of his Scotch Of the 24 lots evaluated by his development efforts on the part of tomers paying for their orders with Plains home was tuned to the news that firm, “all but seven meet at least one existing property owners and busi- credit cards rather than cash. Wins Second Place construction of a controversial World READY FOR COLLEGE…Scotch of the statutory criteria” for designa- nesses prove ineffective,” Mr. Preiss One area where conflicting stories War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. Plains resident Nina Sado, the daugh- emphasized that not all properties were heard was the local travel in- In Essay Contest tion as a redevelopment area, Mr. within the block would be earmarked had been approved. ter of Mr. and Mrs. Janusz Sado of Preiss observed. In his firm’s report, dustry. SCOTCH PLAINS – Cameron When asked his opinion of the me- Scotch Plains, will attend Fairleigh for redevelopment, nor would prop- Claudia Santo, with Sojourn Travel Rogers of Scotch Plains, a fifth grader Dickinson University’s Teaneck- it was recommended that “all the erty arbitrarily be taken out of an morial, Mr. Rossi pulled from his wal- properties within the study area on Elm Street, said she had “abso- at Wardlaw-Hartridge School in let a card showing him to be a charter Hackensack Campus this fall. She owner’s hands. lutely” seen a slowdown in bookings Edison, is the second place winner in plans to major in pre-dentistry. Nina should therefore be included within Helen Ling, the owner of Enchant- member of the association that had led will be a 2001 graduate of Scotch the redevelopment area.” in all areas of travel. She first noticed an environmental essay contest for the fight to build the memorial. ments and Enchantments Too on South a downturn early this year. youngsters in grades five to eight Plains-Fanwood High School. The report additionally determined that Avenue, refuted Mr. Preiss’ conclusion “the exclusion of only a few parcels But Jean Ann Honig, with invited to write a 250-word essay on that retailers along that section of the SeaBound Cruises/World Cruises “Why it is important to protect and could potentially restrict future redevel- block were not doing as well as they opment activities. Moreover, these prop- could be. Questioned by the proprietor, Ltd. on Front Street in Scotch Plains, conserve wildlife habitats such as erties can be readily incorporated into a Mr. Preiss conceded that he had not stated she has seen a 20 percent the Arctic Wildlife Refuge.” redevelopment plan as a whole.” spoken with her personally about her increase in bookings so far this year. Cameron won second prize for his Mr. Preiss characterized shops lining business. “The first quarter was better than essay, “Why, Because We Care.” He Martine Avenue, defined as the “core “This is a viable retail district,” Mrs. usual for cruising,” she told The will receive a $500 U.S. Savings retail area” of the downtown, as having Ling said, adding that customers have Times, attributing the rise to the fact Bond. “consistent retail frontage and a pedes- told her they prefer shopping there rather that cruises typically have a fixed He will be presented with his Hosta trian-friendly environment.” than on Route 22 or at malls. price with nearly everything included award and bond by U.S. Senator Jon He said that while South Avenue also Mrs. Ling, who has been in business in that price. “The cruise lines tell us Corzine on Sunday, May 20, from 2 •Best Shade Perennial features some small retail businesses, there for 11 years, expressed concern that that their sales are flat,” she said, but to 4 p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel in they are negatively impacted by gaps in officials had already decided to desig- her business has bucked that trend. Somerset. •Very Low Maintenance retail frontage along that end of the block, nate the block as a redevelopment area. •Many Varieties plus underutilized adjacent lots. She also wondered whether officials In addition, the planner said, the park- would give any weight to a report re- SCOTCH PLAINS #2 pot reg $14.99-$19.99 ing area which occupies most of the cently presented to the governing body central area of that block is “not inte- by the borough’s Long Range Planning POLICE BLOTTER grated with the lots to which it is adjacent Committee. $2 Off and which it serves.” Mrs. Ling said the report represented MONDAY, MAY 14 burglarizing a Park Avenue dry cleaners He observed that there were, on aver- “thousands of hours of volunteers’ work” •Two Scotch Plains boys, ages 13 and during a surveillance by Lieutenant Gerry age, only two property sales every five over the past two years in preparation of 14, were reportedly taken into custody Clyne and Detective Joseph Mack of the years on the block during the 1990s, strategic goals and objectives for the for shooting paint ball guns at street North Plainfield Police Department. which he termed as very slow turnover community over the next decade. signs on the south side of town. Both Muglia had reportedly smashed the for property in such a prime location. Board Chairman Gregory Cummings boys were released to their parents. front window of the business and en- The report indicated several factors responded that the purpose of the meet- •A Plainfield Avenue resident reported tered the store prior to being appre- were responsible for this trend, including that someone had endorsed six checks hended by the officers. Muglia had been ing was to allow property and business a suspect in an ongoing investigation by age of the buildings — the last of which owners to have input regarding whether totaling approximately $3,000 using his Shady Characters name and bank account number. The that department. The incident occurred were built in the 1970s – and mainte- the block should be designated as a rede- nance issues. It also mentioned the rela- checks were from accounts at banks in at approximately 12:45 p.m. velopment area. He also agreed that the Newark and Irvington. The incident oc- He was transferred to the Union curred during the end of April. County Jail in lieu of $10,000 bail set by •Craig K. Gallagher, 22, of New Provi- Judge Levine. Coleus Mountain dence, Craig Grimsley, 18, and Ty K. •Rafael Fries and Isaac Maldonado, Krashoff, 37, of Eatontown; and Michael both 18 and from Elizabeth, were arrested •Amazingly Easy to Grow J. Debuhr, 23, of Mountainside, were for simple assault upon a student at the •Exciting Colored Foliage Laurel Douglas M. Fasciale arrested for possession of suspected Union County Vocational Schools on heroin pursuant to an investigation of Raritan Road. The victim received minor •Thrives in Shade & Native Certified Civil Trial Attorney criminal mischief at a Route 22 fast food cuts and bruises and was not transported • Over 20 varieties Rhododendron restaurant at approximately 10 p.m. to a hospital. 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It did not appear to be an Plainfield was arrested and charged with attempt to gain entry. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, May 24, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Assemblymen Suliga, Green, Freeholder Stender Scotch Plains Recreation Events The Scotch Plains Recreation Monday, June 11 to Friday, June 22 Commission is sponsoring the fol- for non-residents. lowing upcoming events: The cost of the clinic is $20 for Join Mayor McGreevey at Senior Lunch Trip to Berkshires in Massachusetts residents and $30 for non-residents. on Sunday and Monday, July 15 and 16. Registration has begun for these clin- The cost per person, based on ics. The location of these clinics is LINDEN — Assemblyman and ning for the Senate seat being va- the issues that effect New Jersey’s the New Jersey and it is right for New double occupancy, is $295. A $100 cated by the retiring Acting Gover- seniors. Jim’s message is right for Jersey’s seniors.” still being determined. State Senate Candidate Joseph deposit is required for reservations. Senior Citizen Transportation Pro- Suliga, along with Democratic Gu- nor and Senate President, Donald T. Come to Recreation Office to pick up gram. bernatorial Candidate James DiFrancesco. Mr. Suliga is running itinerary and fill out reservation form. The Scotch Plains Recreation De- McGreevey and Union County with current 17th District Assembly- Summer Parks Program registra- partment is providing transportation Democratic Chairwoman Charlotte man Jerry Green and three-term tion, Monday, June 4 to Friday, June for Scotch Plains residents who have DeFilippo, welcomed over 500 Union Union County Freeholder and former 22, as well as Saturday, June 2, in the medical appointments. Please call County Seniors to an afternoon lun- Fanwood Mayor, Linda d. Stender. Recreation Office. (908) 322-6700 for further details. cheon recently at Mr. Suliga’s home Mr. McGreevey highlighted some The $10 per child fee includes a T- Drive, Chip, Putt Competition, in Linden. of his key issues for the upcoming shirt. The program will be held at Friday, July 6, at Scotch Hills Coun- “New Jersey’s seniors have seri- governor’s race, such as improving Farley and Green Forest Parks from 9 try Club. ous issues facing them,” said Mr. New Jersey’s bureaucracy, as well as a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday, July 2, to All kids ages 7 to 12 are invited to Suliga, a Democrat who is running in protecting and improving the Home- Friday, August 10. The special Satur- play in this competition. The first 120 stead and NJ Saver rebate programs. day, June 2 registration will be held kids to register will play for free. the newly-realigned 22nd Legisla- from 9 a.m. to noon. tive District which includes Scotch He said he was also quite impressed Registration forms can be filled out Volunteers Needed for Summer at the Recreation Office. Plains and Fanwood. “They are con- with the show of local strength dis- Basketball Clinic. cerned about getting their NJ Saver played by the Union County’s se- This program will be held Mon- * * * * * and Homestead rebate checks quickly niors. day, July 9, through Wednesday, Au- Scotch Plains Recreation Events and on time. They have trouble deal- “The give and take with people, gust 22, at Kramer Manor Basketball is published is every other month in ing with the problems of the bureau- the interaction with local officials, Courts. Anyone interested should The Westfield Leader and The Times cracy in Trenton. New Jersey’s se- that is trademark Jim McGreevey,” come to the Recreation Office. of Scotch Plains and Fanwood. Infor- niors have contributed so much to said Assemblyman Suliga. “This Junior Golf Clinic, Monday, June mation is supplied by the Scotch our state and now they expect their turnout speaks volumes about the 4 to Friday, June 22 for residents and Plains Recreation Department. public officials to give something high level of support that Jim back.” McGreevey has developed with the TALKING SENIOR ISSUES...Current Assemblyman and State Senate candi- Mr. Suliga, who has represented seniors of our state. Over the last few date Joseph Suliga, left, is pictured here with Gubernatorial Candidate James the 20th District in the State Assem- years, Jim has gone back and forth McGreevey, right, Assembly candidate Linda d. Stender and Assemblyman bly for the past eight years, is run- across our state and he has taken up Jerry Green at a recent senior luncheon. LOWEST PRICES OF THE YEAR. 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By PAUL J. PEYTON level of a reasonable and articulable Hillside Police Chief John Bryson, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times suspicion of potential or actual crimi- who headed a special committee of SCOTCH PLAINS — As of Sun- nal activity.” the Union County Police Chiefs As- day, July 1, some 2,000 Union County Officers will only be able to re- sociation, which adopted the policy police officers will be under a new quest the search of a vehicle when last Thursday, said the document will mandate which was developed fol- they detect “a reasonable suspicion be modified as changes are warranted. lowing reports of racial profiling by that the search would reveal evi- “Public confidence in the crimi- some New Jersey State Police offic- dence of a crime or offense,” accord- nal justice system can be eroded ers. Union County is the first county ing to the new policy. If an individual whenever it is believed that law in the state to launch such a policy. withdraws his or her consent, the enforcement officers are not per- The new “Union County Law En- officers must end the search. forming their duties in an impartial, forcement Traffic Stops and Investi- Prosecutors are available 24 hours professional and unbiased manner,” gatory Detention Policy” applies to a day to answer questions from offic- according to a statement explaining both motor vehicle stops and the ers regarding searches, seizures, cus- the new policy. detaining of persons for possible todial interrogations and other legal Mr. Manahan, who has served as criminal activity. questions, officials said. Union County’s highest law enforce- It was formally announced at a Mr. Manahan said reports on con- ment official since 1997, explained Monday afternoon press conference sent to search vehicles must include that law enforcement officers in the by Union County Prosecutor Tho- who asked for the search, the person Union County Police and Sheriff’s mas V. Manahan, who emphasized who was asked to consent to the departments, as well as the munici- that the policy “is not limited to search, the results of the search and pal departments, will be trained on racial profiling.” the reason for it. the new procedures within the next The policy was signed by Mr. All law enforcement agencies will few months, as will new recruits at Manahan, Union County’s 21 mu- be required to adopt procedures for the Stamler Police Academy in Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times nicipal police chiefs, the Union written reports, logs, radio commu- Scotch Plains. FIRST IN THE STATE...Union County Prosecutor Thomas V. Manahan, pictured at podium, announces the county’s County police chief, county sheriff, nications, radio recordings and/or “We hope that this (improper traf- new policy regarding motor vehicle stops and detentions. Also pictured, left to right, are: Freeholder Linda d. Stender, police academy director and the head video recordings. Collected data will fic stops and detention of citizens) is First Assistant Prosecutor James F. Keefe, Hillside Police Chief John Bryson and State Assemblyman Jerry Green. of the Kean University police depart- be reviewed every 30 days by the not a problem in Union County. But ment. local police agencies. if it is a problem in Union County, we “The policy is not limited, in any The Prosecutor will also receive will not run from it, we will face it,” fashion, to race. It is broader than quarterly reports from the head of the Prosecutor added. Muñoz Sworn in as State Assemblyman; race. It covers gender, ethnicity, na- each law enforcement agency ana- State Assemblyman Jerry Green tional origin and age,” Mr. Manahan lyzing the data collected. (D-17th), an African-American from Running With Bagger, Kean in District 21 told reporters gathered at the John H. Data will be scrutinized for such Plainfield, called the new policy “a Stamler Police Academy in Scotch criteria as demographics, traffic pat- giant step” in addressing “a very TRENTON — Summit City Coun- cal School and a trauma surgeon at Dr. Muñoz becomes the only cur- Plains, adding that his office and the terns, areas of patrol and so-called sensitive subject.” He said it is im- cilman Dr. Eric Muñoz was recently University Hospital. rent Hispanic Republican member Union County Police Chiefs Asso- crime “hot spots.” portant that all citizens learn that sworn into the New Jersey State As- “My experience in medicine will of the State Assembly and one of just ciation felt it was important that all “If I believe further steps should while no one is above the law, all sembly to represent the 21st Legisla- be a tremendous asset to my con- a handful of surgeons in the nation residents of the county or anyone be taken (on a particular report), it persons will be treated equally by tive District. stituents,” said Dr. Muñoz. “I know serving as a state legislator. He said traveling through or visiting the will be done,” Mr. Manahan said. law enforcement officers and pros- He will fill out the unexpired term the issues confronting both patients he would fight to cut wasteful spend- county “feel that they are going to Reports will be required to include ecutors. of Kevin O’Toole, who moved up to and doctors and will use my back- ing and help municipalities lower receive the equal protection of the the name and identification number Union County Freeholder Linda d. the Senate from the Assembly fol- ground to ensure New Jersey’s health property taxes. law.” of the officer who initiated the stop; Stender of Fanwood added that, “it is lowing the retirement of C. Louis care system is the best in America.” “I will bring a new voice to Tren- When making motor vehicle stops date, time and location of the stop; a good day for Union County” when Bassano. ton, a voice that echoes the concerns in the future, officers will “not con- reason for stop; license number and law enforcement agencies “can come Dr. Muñoz is seeking a full Assem- Lamp Lighting Slated of all constituents,” said Dr. Muñoz. sider the race, national or ethnic state of stopped vehicle; gender, race/ together and confront racial profil- bly term on the Republican line that “I will work to ensure that each one origin or gender of individuals,” ex- ethnicity and age of the individual, if ing.” includes Senate candidate Richard For Memorial Day of us has a chance to achieve the cept when detaining or apprehend- known; information on whether a She said being the first county in H. Bagger, a four-term Assembly- American dream.” ing a suspect in a crime who has been search was conducted of the vehicle the state to adopt such procedures, man, and Assemblyman Tom Kean, In Downtown Fanwood Dr. Muñoz was born of immigrant identified on such basis. and the basis for and results of the “says a lot about the values that we Jr. of Westfield. The Town of FANWOOD – Mayor Louis C. parents and raised in an apartment Officers may also make the stop on search, and whether the driver was have” in Union County. Westfield was moved into the 21st Jung and the Borough Council, the above a convenience store in the basis of skin color or gender, issued a summons or warning and/or “When we protect one person, we District as of January on the state’s Fanwood Downtown Revitalization Monmouth County. among other criteria, when an the category of the violation and protect all of our rights,” Mrs. Stender new legislative map. Committee and the Fanwood Busi- individual’s conduct “rises to the specific violations cited or warned. added. “I am honored by the opportunity ness and Professional Association to serve my friends and neighbors in have invited the public to attend the State Assembly,” said Dr. Muñoz. “The Fanwood” lamp lighting cer- “I am prepared to fight for the issues emony on Memorial Day, Monday, and concerns of the 21st District in May 28, at 12:30 p.m. Trenton.” The ceremony will take place at • Life Insurance Besides being a City Councilman, the Fanwood Clock, located at the Art • Disability Insurance Assemblyman Muñoz is the Repub- entrance to the Fanwood train sta- • Long Term Care Jim Hely lican Municipal Chairman in Sum- tion at South and Martine Avenues. mit. 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PUBLICATION THE TIMES The Westfield Leader of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Redistricting Has Created — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and A Lot of Confusion In County and the County of Union the Township of Scotch Plains By PAUL J. PEYTON Member of: Member of: cities of Linden, Plainfield and Rahway New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association Constituents in the 21st and 22nd Leg- along with the suburban towns of Clark, National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association islative Districts will need a scorecard to Scotch Plains, Fanwood and Winfield. ACELDAMA Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association Want some more confusion? The 21st keep up with who is representing them in Aceldama - In the New Testament, Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey Trenton. District, which currently includes five Union County towns, had been repre- Judas was the apostle who betrayed Jesus P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue Redistricting of New Jersey’s 40 leg- Christ to the priests and elders for 30 islative districts has not only resulted in sented for years by Republican Senator Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 C. Louis Bassano of Union. Mr. Bassano pieces of silver. Judas’ family name, a widely changed political landscape, Iscariot, probably came from the Latin Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 but has left a lot of confusion close to recently resigned to take a job with the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Au- word sicarius meaning “murderer.” POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at home. Judas belonged to an anti-Roman ter- Here in Union County some constitu- thority. He was replaced by Kevin P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 O’Toole, who moved up to the Senate rorist group called the Sacarii. The Sacarii ents, who have seen a change in local were similar to the Zealots of which officials due to resignations, will see after having served a few years in the PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. Assembly. But Mr. O’Toole will only another apostle, Simon Zealotes, was a another change in representation in Tren- member. It was the Zealots, a word that Michelle H. LePoidevin Horace R. Corbin David B. Corbin ton come January – regardless of whether serve in the upper house until January. You see his home town of Verona in comes from the Greek word zelos, mean- A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER SPORTS Republicans or Democrats are victori- ing “zeal,” who defended themselves ous. Essex County has been moved into the Suzette F. Stalker Gail S. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte 40th District, one represented by veteran from the Romans at Masada in AD 66- Let’s look at the 22nd District. Per- 73. COMMUNITY GENERAL MANAGER SALES/SPORTS sons calling Assemblyman Tom Kean Republican Senator Henry P. McNamara. Paul J. Peyton Karen M. Hinds Melissa Betkowski Mr. O’Toole, thus, took the safe route by In Acts 1, 18, it is said that Judas Jr.’s office in Scotch Plains, will find “bought a field with the reward of his BUSINESS and GOVERNMENT OFFICE MANAGER EDUCATION that if they reside in Scotch Plains and joining the GOP ticket in that district as an Assembly candidate. wickedness.” The field so purchased was SUBSCRIPTION PRICE Fanwood and five other towns, they known as Aceldama, a word that came will be getting a new voice in Trenton. More confusion? Mr. O’Toole was One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 replaced in the Assembly by trauma from the Aramaic language and means Mr. Kean’s hometown of Westfield “field of Carnage, slaughter, or butch- has been redistricted into the 21st Dis- surgeon and Summit City Councilman, Dr. Eric Munoz, who will join Senate ery.” It was here that Judas is said to trict. He just replaced Scotch Plains have thrown himself down upon the resident Alan M. Augustine, who re- candidate Richard H. Bagger of Westfield, a state Assemblyman, and rocks and killed himself. Aceldama was Political Rumblings In New Jersey signed on Saturday, March 31, due to used as a burial place for foreigners. cancer. Mr. Kean on the GOP ticket in the new 21st District. Only four of the 13 towns Today, despite Judas’ duplicity, The new 21st District includes Berke- Aceldama is used as a metaphor for ley Heights, Cranford, Garwood, he will represent until the end of the year Have At Least Entertained Public will be in his newly-redesigned district. bloodshed or slaughter because of its Mountainside, New Providence, Roselle ancient and original Aramaic meaning. Those who follow politics or are directly involved The day after Mr. DiFrancesco’s announcement, Park, Springfield, Summit and Westfield Just think, we can do it all again next in Union County; Millburn in Essex year when New Jersey’s 13 Congres- in the process probably can’t recall such a tumultu- the State Assembly Speaker, Republican Jack Collins, County; the Morris County towns of sional Districts are reapportioned. More Letters to ous period in New Jersey politics as has been expe- announced that he would not proceed with impeach- Chatham, Harding, Long Hill and Madi- * * * * * the Editor Page 5 rienced in recent weeks. And what made it even more ment hearings against State Supreme Court Justice son, and Warren and Watchung in Paul J. Peyton is a political editor for Somerset County. The Westfield Leader and The Times incredible was that the tumult affected — and in Peter Verniero, who has been accused by some of The new 22nd district includes the of Scotch Plains-Fanwood. Deadlines some instances, continues to affect — different being misleading, during his tenure as state Attorney General News - Friday 4pm branches, different levels and different political par- General under former Governor Christine Todd Flying Stars And Stripes Is The Least Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm ties of government. Whitman, with investigators looking into the racial Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm Late last month, we saw Acting Governor Donald profiling controversies surrounding the State Police. We Can Do To Remember Fallen Heroes How To Reach Us T. DiFrancesco of Scotch Plains suddenly withdraw Racial profiling is a serious issue that has been a topic Editor’s Note: The writer of the fol- otic holidays, I suggest that you not E-Mail - [email protected] from the gubernatorial election contest, 72 hours of discussion in New Jersey for several years. And it lowing letter is a retired social work share that opinion with Gold Star moth- Phone - (908) 232-4407 supervisor, author and freelance writer. ers. These beautiful ladies sacrificed Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 after he had declared, in formally kicking off his certainly is difficult to watch a justice on the state’s their children to reduce the need for PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 campaign, that he was in the race to stay. His highest court be dragged into the matter, to the point * * * * * future mothers to suffer the same losses In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield As Memorial Day approaches, I am withdrawal climaxed several weeks of revelations in where his veracity is seriously questioned. in the defense of our freedoms. The stars 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains reminded of the armed forces men and and stripes are a painful but important the press about some of his business and financial Even though the DiFrancesco and Verniero matters women who died so that we may live in symbol to them. Submittal Formats dealings as well as some of his actions when he appear to be closed, or nearly closed, the controver- a free democratic nation. In remem- You may not find it convenient to Photos - B/W and Color brance of these heroes the least we can strictly observe the flag raising dates I No Panoramic or Polaroid served as Scotch Plains Township Attorney. Mr. sies swirling around Democratic Senator Robert do is to proudly display the American have listed or consider them all appro- Typed, not handwritten DiFrancesco may have seen the writing on the wall Torricelli continue, with recent reports of question- flag on patriotic holidays. The stars and priate. However, I am sure that you are stripes should be flown on: Upper and lower case during his campaign kickoff on April 22, when the able contributions to his 1996 Senate campaign and able to determine those that are of ut- Need name & daytime phone Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, third most importance. expected crowd was not as large as anticipated and allegations of influence peddling. Monday in January; Lincoln’s Birthday, For our complete editorial policies only a handful of county chairmen showed up to Investigators will likely continue to look into the February 12; Washington’s Birthday Maurice Fenichel request a copy of our Policy Guide publicly boost his effort. Whatever his reasons for Torricelli matter, and it appears that questions sur- (President’s Day), third Monday in Feb- Fanwood ruary; Peace Officers Memorial Day getting out of the race, Mr. DiFrancesco has served rounding the Senator will continue into next year, (half-staff), May 15; Willow Grove Pastor Thanks Carriers this area well, first as a State Assemblyman and then when Mr. Torricelli will be running for re-election. Armed Forces Day, third Saturday in as a State Senator, in a career that spans a quarter of The tumult in Garden State politics can even be May; Memorial Day (half-staff until noon) last Monday in May; Flag Day, For Foodstuffs Donated to Church a century. widened to include former Governor Whitman. Now June 14; Independence Day, July 4; Na- Editor’s Note: The following letter had unexpected surgery. Unable to work The end of the Acting Governor’s candidacy brings the head of the Environmental Protection Agency, tional Korean War Armistice Day (half- was sent to the Scotch Plains Postmaster during her recovery, she will have food in former Congressman Bob Franks of Berkeley Heights she, too, has had a rough time of it in her three months staff), July 27; POW/MIA Recognition and the letter carriers. her apartment. The baby foods, milks and Day, third Friday in September; Consti- products were given to an unemployed back into the political arena, less than six months after in Washington. It’s hard to tell who speaks for the tution Day (Citizenship Day), Septem- * * * * * single mother with a newborn. Some his narrow loss to Jon Corzine of Summit in last year’s Bush Administration on environmental matters, with ber 17; Columbus Day, second Monday On behalf of our congregation family, foods were delivered to an elderly retired and the individuals we serve, thank you U.S. Senate election. Mr. Franks is well-known to area Mrs. Whitman repeatedly being undercut by other in October; Navy Day, October 27; Vet- couple who do not have any retirement erans Day, November 11; Thanksgiving for the foodstuffs you delivered and we incomes. Additional food were given to a voters, having served the Seventh District for four officials when she tries to speak with authority on Day, fourth Thursday in November; received May 12. I know this added extra family moving into an apartment after terms in the House of Representatives after a stint in matters within her purview. National Pearl Harbor Remembrance stops, additional heavy carrying, and time being homeless. They will have a full taken from other responsibilities. Your the State Legislature. And, it sets up not only an All in all, it hasn’t been the best of times for New Day, December 7. pantry in their new home. And some I believe that there should be an addi- good will, your courtesies, and your help foods were given to refugees from both interesting primary race next month with Westfield Jersey’s politicians. tional holiday to honor Native Ameri- have made the day’s experience a won- South American and Eastern Europe. native and Jersey City Mayor Bret Schundler, but also But for those who look at politics as a spectator cans. derfully successful time. Your individual Thank you again. I don’t know how we efforts and the support of your postal a fascinating general election campaign this fall with sport, it has certainly been entertaining and compel- Every town has it’s share of people can thank your postal customers, but at who state that they do not have to display customers resulted in an overwhelming least we thanked them in our heartfelt Woodbridge Mayor James McGreevey. ling. the American flag to prove their patrio- amount of canned goods and foods. When prayers on Sunday, May 13. tism. They enjoy holidays without a all was said and done, there were over 100 very bags of groceries, overflowing, burst- Rev. Kenneth G. Hetzel thought regarding what we are celebrat- Pastor Cooperation of Government, Common Sense ing. American service people died so ing at the seams. Thank you. Some of the foods were delivered to a Willow Grove Presbyterian Church that malcontents can have the freedom Scotch Plains to burn the American flag in effigy and single mother, marginally employed, who Will Help In Fight Against Spread of West Nile demonstrate against our government regarding injustices. Rearranging Furniture May Produce It’s back, apparently. It being West Nile Virus, the this summer is limited and doesn’t turn into something This country isn’t perfect yet, but mosquito-borne disease that was first detected in our serious. people throughout the world endeavor to come to the United States of America Some Relief for Downtown Parking area in 1999. Last week and then again this week, state Residents should heed the advice of those who tell us whenever the opportunity arises. A solution to the parking problem in Do we really need 800 new parking spaces health officials identified several dead crows as being that now is a good time to rid their properties of places If you are one of those who insist that Westfield may be as simple as rearranging in Westfield? infected with the virus, which came into contact with a where standing water could provide a breeding ground there is no need to fly the flag on patri- the furniture. Do the majority of Westfield residents really want a parking deck and the problems number of people in the past two summers, killing a for mosquitoes. Gutters at the base of the roof of a house, associated with it? handful. Infected birds were found in Union County in old water-filled tires in the yard, uncovered swimming Free Speech Does Not Include Right I do not think so. Perhaps we should take 1999 and 2000. pools and areas of poor drainage are just a few of the a vote and see. To Have Thoughts Published in Paper Or consider this: A year ago, we urged state and local officials to begin spots that can easily turn into a mosquito maternity Maximize the existing parking lots Ms. LePoidevin has misunderstood comic strip, that is his right. His First throughout the town by being efficient. working with each other, and with other officials, on ward. the concept of free speech. Johnny Hart Amendment rights do not extend to forc- ways to best contain the problem. And keeping local Granted, West Nile Virus is not a health threat on the Remove some fencing around existing has every right to say whatever he wants ing someone else to air his views. parking lots so that we can add more space in officials in Westfield, Scotch Plains, Fanwood and scale of, say, the Black Plague. But it is making a regarding religion. That right does not I’m not quite sure what the Pope has to these lots. however include the right to have his do with any of this, but as a physician I Remove or lessen the space that existing Mountainside up-to-date on developments will make mosquito bite potentially more than just a summertime thoughts published in a newspaper. That don’t think it is “editorializing” to say life easier for local residents as well as cut down on irritation. With cooperation between Trenton, Elizabeth concrete medians take up in these lots. Even decision is made by the editorial staff that a frail, 80+ year old man with if it means removing the parking meters. rumors, unintentional scares and actual emergencies. and local municipalities, as well as surrounding areas, after considering the wants and needs of Parkinson disease, a history of a serious Reduce the width of painted spaces to their readership. gunshot wound and a malignancy is in squeeze in more cars. I work in an office Like last year, we have some early warning this year, and precautionary steps from residents and, especially, If Mr. Hart wants to stand outside the “ill health.” It’s just a statement of fact. and it’s our hope that everyone — local residents as well parents, we should all be able to enjoy the coming spring complex that has reduced the width of their Star-Ledger offices handing out leaflets Dr. Victor Sloan parking spaces a few inches to help squeeze as state, county and local officials — will do their and summer months without excessive fear for our protesting the decision not to publish his Scotch Plains in more automobiles. It is sometimes a tight respective parts to ensure that the threat from the virus health. fit, but it works. Repave existing lots in town and repaint with narrower parking spaces. Not only would we be adding, in my estimation, 100 to 150 new parking spots, Letters to the Editor we could be saving taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars. We would also be repaving our current lots and help give Is Town Redefining Consultant’s Westfield a more finished appearance. It may only be a temporary solution, but I have to admit, on most days I do manage to Parameters on Building A Deck find a place to park in town. Let’s keep The cover story on May 17 regarding council’s goal is to build a deck on the Westfield the charming place we all fell in the parking situation begins to move the southside that will not cure any down- love with when we first moved here. Let’s process into the ethereal, the unbeliev- town parking problem but will attract work with what we have. able. What’s decided is undecided. more commuter parking to Westfield Ken Zierler What’s done is undone. with the added benefit of a large empty Westfield The simple fact is that even though structure that will attract who knows the parking situation was initially and what every weekend? repeatedly defined as a downtown prob- The consultant just has to make that Parking Problem Affects lem, the northside of town does not sound like a good idea. Considering want any more parking. And yet, it that we seem to be paying them fre- Commuters, Not Shoppers cannot be any clearer that increasing quently, that’s the least we should re- Resident shoppers seem to be able to parking at the train station on the quest. Of course, we do have the fallback find parking spaces in our municipal lots. southside will not, in a any way, relieve of building two decks immediately so The commuters cannot. We do indeed the downtown parking problem. Just that everyone is upset at the same time have a parking problem — for commuters. look at the southside station lot on any and the town is firmly in debt. What’s How in the world did we squeeze 30,000 weekend. Plenty of spaces! wrong with this picture? people into downtown during Spring Fling? Are we now redefining the Commuters don’t park — they store Robin Fry their cars for eight to 10 hours. A com- consultant’s parameters? Sounds like Westfield it. Why don’t we just tell them that the muter storage space worth $15,000 gener- ates an annual income of $720. A return on investment of only 4.8 percent. Westfield Mayor, Town Council Need A black market in commuter permits can develop if the system is not run prop- To Refund ‘Exorbitant’ Meter Fees erly. There was very little NIMBY talk — it was all about no garage. Keep Westfield The ordinance to set up a funding Council reimburse their constituents a small town — not a city. It’s “back to the source for the design phase of the through free downtown parking at all drawing board” again. More consulting. parking deck has been voted down by meters for the same period of time that A consultant is a person who can look at Mayor McDermott, Councilmen the doubled rates existed. your watch and tell you what time it is. Echausse, Betancourt, Albano and While I felt it was my duty as a The idea of hiring a parking administra- Councilwoman Weinstein. It is now citizen to pay 50 cents an hour to help tor was well-received. This person will incumbent upon the Town Council and cover the cost of a parking deck design probably need an administrative assistant the mayor to issue Westfielders a cor- phase, it is clearly the Town Council’s — a deputy assistant — enforcement rective refund on the exorbitant park- duty to return this money to us at this people etc. A whole new bureaucracy — ing meter rates we have been charged time. for commuter storage. specifically to support this fund. Lenore Davis Dexter Force I propose that the mayor and Town Westfield Westfield CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, Date, 2000 Page 5 The Time To Think Safe Teenage Letters to the Editor Driving Is Right Now Table Tennis Tournament Draws Bulletin Board Paid Service of The Leader/Times Letter Carriers Thank May 22, 2001, Scotch Plains – The warmer temperatures of Spring are here – Patrons for Supporting bringing the Prom season, beach season and other recreational opportunities for World Class Talent to Armory teenagers. Allstate New Jersey Insurance Company believes now is also the Food Drive on May 12 perfect time for parents to focus on safety when it comes to regulating the driving As President of the National Associa- By FRED LECOMTE cluding 10 players from the Devel- Among those in attendance were practices of their teenage children, an age-group closely associated with risky road Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tion of Letter Carriers Branch 1492 of opmental Center, in preparation for former United States World Cham- behavior. Citing statistical facts which show that while young drivers comprise WESTFIELD — The Second Gar- only 7% of the population, they account for about 14% of motor vehicle deaths, Westfield and Mountainside, I am writ- the Special Olympic Summer Games, pion Sol Schiff, a young 83-year-old. Allstate New Jersey Insurance Company urges parents to take precautionary ing on behalf of myself and our member- den State Open Table Tennis Tourna- to be held Friday through Sunday, Mr. Schiff began table tennis compe- steps to help their children avoid potentially dangerous situations. ship to thank the patrons of Westfield ment was held in the Westfield Na- June 1 to 3. tition in elementary school at the age and Mountainside for their generosity tional Guard Armory last Saturday Florham Park’s 24-year-old Mat- of 10; at the age of 11, he won his first Richard C. Crist, Jr., President of Allstate New Jersey, said, “Traffic accidents are during our Food Drive held May 12. and Sunday, sponsored by “Lily Yip thew Conway was having the time of Men’s National Singles Tournament, the number one cause of death for 15-20 year-olds. This statistic and others Your donations enabled us to collect Sports, Inc.” 23,000 pounds of food, which will help his life. Mr. Conway, who won a repeating that feat two years later in numbers paint a clear picture. There are just more risks associated with teen Well over 270 entrants, including bronze medal in the Special Olym- 1934. driving.” our local food bank through the summer. This time of year is very difficult for world class competitors hailing from pics, is a New Jersey state table ten- He won four National titles, nine some families, as the children are not in as far away as Africa and China, nis champion and a bronze medal National Doubles, 10 Canadian Na- Nelson Espeland, Exclusive Agent said, “With many teens involved in serious Hawaii and California, participated alcohol-related accidents, it’s the perfect time to focus on ways to reduce underage school and will not be receiving break- winner in the 1999 World Games. tional Championships and the World drinking and driving, as well as other risk factors.” Espeland added, “Immaturity fast or lunch through the meal programs before a packed house. Last weekend’s event coincided Doubles, and played on the United combined with lack of driving experience, tendency to speed, following too closely, offered during the school year. Mrs. Yip, a two-time United States with the 30th anniversary of China States team that won the World Cham- driving too fast for the road condition at hand or driving under the influence of I also wish to convey thanks from our competitor in the 1992 and 1996 Sum- and USA Ping Pong Diplomacy, an pionship in 1938. Mr. Schiff laid alcohol or drugs, are factors associated with teenage drivers.” Parents can take guest, Postmousetriss Minnie, to all the mer Olympics, has devoted her time event dedicated to improving people- down his paddle in the mid 1960s precautions such as: children who stopped by with food dona- to instructing and tutoring the men- tions and warm hugs during her visit at to-people friendship between China due to glaucoma. the Post Office. tally disabled of the New Jersey De- and the United States, as well as The Garden State Open has gained • A limit on the number of passengers – teens are likely to have difficulty velopmental Center in North Jersey. other countries. far-ranging support and sponsorships, concentrating on the road with music, laughter, food and other distrac- Thomas J. Murphy, Even more significantly, Mrs. Yip The Cancer Q Cup Garden State although the tournament committee tions, all of which increase with number of passengers. Branch Manager has introduced into the tournament Letter Carriers Branch 1492 Open is a USAITT-sanctioned, four is seeking additional support from • Limit or supervise driving during high-risk periods – statistics show that Westfield the first Special Olympic event, in- star tournament. The competition was individuals, communities and enter- the highest number of accidents occurs Friday and Saturday night, as divided into 29 categories, accord- prises in order to maintain such a well as early Saturday and Sunday morning. ing to age and ability levels. successful event. • Geographical restrictions – require teens to obtain special permission if they plan to travel outside the parents’ designated geographical area. Allstate New Jersey promotes the “Graduated Licensing Law (GDL),” signed by former Governor Christie Whitman and which went into effect on the first of this year. Espeland explained, “Graduated licensing means that as teens gain experience and prove themselves to be good drivers, before graduating to less restrictions and more privileges.” The Garden State GDL law established a graduated driver licensing system requiring teenage drivers: • To hold their learners’ permits for a year. • And then hold a provisional license for a year, before becoming eligible for an unrestricted license when they reach age 18.

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HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE, Valley Furniture Shop THE WESTFIELD VOLUNTEER Special Sale Hours: 10 - 9 Monday - Friday; 10-5:30 Saturday; 1-5 Sunday; Monday, Memorial Day 10-5:30 RESCUE SQUAD 20 Stirling Road, Watchung, NJ 07069 (908) 756 - 7623 33 Forest Avenue, Hawthorne, NJ 07506 (973) 427-1848 Kindel • Stickley • Baker • Henkel Harris • Karges • Southwood • Statton • E.J.Victor • Hickory Chair • Dimes • Widdicomb CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 6 Thursday, May 24, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Service League Schedules End of Year Sales at Shops WESTFIELD – The annual end- shop will close for the summer. All of-year sales of the Westfield Ser- proceeds from the sales are donated vice League’s Thrift and Consign- to local charities. ment Shop, both located at 114 Elmer Street, are now taking place. The Consignment Shop is con- Physical Therapist ducting special sales on all merchandise through Friday, June 8. On clos- Plans Lecture at Y ing day, Saturday, June 9, merchan- About Lower Back dise in the Consignment Shop will be priced at $1 per item. WESTFIELD – Larry Bock will The shop stocks adult and lead a lecture and discussion session children’s clothing, shoes, jewelry concerning the lower back at the and accessories. For information re- Westfield Y, located at 220 Clark garding the Consignment Shop, Street, on Monday, June 11. please call (908) 232-1223. Mr. Bock is a physical therapist at The Thrift Shop is also featuring Twin Boro Physical Therapy Associ- special sales in all departments. Bag ates and a member of the Westfield Y DR. AND MRS. BRIAN M. SLOMOVITZ Day will be held on June 9, at which Medical Advisory Committee. (She is the former Miss Philippa Jessica Tanz) time customers may purchase a gro- The discussion will focus on cery-size paper bag for $3 and fill it therapy, exercise, injuries, mechan- to the brim with clothing, accesso- ics and anatomy of the lower back. ries, books, household items and toys. The lecture will start promptly at 7 Miss Philippa Jessica Tanz There is no limit on the number of p.m. and is open to the public. bags that may be purchased. Interested individuals are asked to For information regarding the call the Westfield Y at (908) 233- Weds Dr. Brian M. Slomovitz Thrift Shop, please call (908) 233- 2700 to register with the front desk. 2530. The shop hours are Tuesday For further information, please call Miss Philippa Jessica Tanz, the at the ceremony. through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Michael Johnson at the Y, extension daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Alfred Tanz The bride, known as P.J., gradu- After business hours on June 9, the no. 251. of New York, was married on Satur- ated from Wellesley College in NEW PRESIDENT…Ruth Paul of Westfield, pictured above, will receive the President’s gavel today during the annual meeting of the Garden Club of New day, March 17, to Dr. Brian M. Wellesley, Mass. She is an editor in Jersey, to be held at the Doubletree Hotel in Somerset. She has long been active Slomovitz. He is the son of Dr. and Manhattan with the online group of in both the state club and the Garden Club of Westfield. Mrs. Jay S. Slomovitz of Westfield. the Sesame Workshop, the television Red Cross Chapter Holds The nuptials and reception took production company formerly known place at the Plaza in Manhattan, with as the Children’s Television Work- Rabbi Haskel Lookstein officiating shop. Raffle to Benefit Programs Ruth Paul is Named President Her father is a retired obstetrician WESTFIELD – The Westfield/ Elm Street, or at Town Bank of and gynecologist who practiced in Mountainside Chapter of the Ameri- Westfield, The Windmill, Of Garden Club of New Jersey Library Friends Seek Manhattan. The bride’s mother, can Red Cross is hosting a raffle, Mountainside Deli and Bonsall Chi- Yard Sale Donations Judith Tanz, a registered nurse, is a with proceeds to benefit chapter pro- ropractic and Sports Center. WESTFIELD – Ruth Paul, who at the Doubletree Hotel in Somerset. lactation consultant in Manhattan. grams. The winning tickets will be drawn has been active for many years in the Before Mrs. Paul and her husband, MOUNTAINSIDE – The Friends The bridegroom is a resident in on Sunday, September 23, at 4 p.m. of the Mountainside Public Library will The top prize is four days and three Garden Club of Westfield, will be- retired Navy Commander Raymond obstetrics and gynecology at New nights in an oceanfront condominium at the Chapter House. For further come President of the Garden Club Paul, settled in Westfield, they had hold their third annual Yard Sale on York Presbyterian Hospital. He is a Saturday, June 2, from 9 a.m. to noon in at Amelia Island, Fla. The package information, please visit the Chapter of New Jersey today, Thursday, May lived and gardened in many different 1988 graduate of Westfield High includes airfare, meals, golf and ten- House or call (908) 232-7090. 24, during the club’s annual meeting climates. They experienced fog in the commuter parking lot next to the School and attended the University library, located at Constitution Plaza in nis for two. Monterey, Calif., near-tropical heat of Rhode Island. The second prize is a sports pack- in Pensacola, Fla., and the cold win- Mountainside. The rain date is Sunday, He received a master’s degree in June 3. age: four tickets to New Jersey Dev- Cosmetology Program Slated ters of Stuttgart, Germany. Donations for the sale may be dropped physiology from Georgetown Uni- ils hockey, four tickets to Mets base- Mrs. Paul has been a member of off at the library on Saturday, Tuesday versity in Washington, D.C. and his ball, four tickets to Yankees baseball the Garden Club since 1980 and a and Wednesday, May 26, 29 and 30, medical degree from the University and two tickets to Nets basketball. For Female Cancer Patients board member since 1982, serving during regular library hours. Items must of Medicine and Dentistry of New The third prize is dinner for two in as Flower Show Chairwoman in 1984 be clean and in working condition. Jersey in Newark. New York City at Tavern on the Green AREA – The next session of “Look register, please call Eloise Heacock and President from 1987 to 1989. Household items, toys, games, col- Dr. Slomovitz’s mother, Iris with limousine service. Good Feel Better,” a free, one-time at (908) 277-3663. She has also served on many com- lectibles, art, kitchenware, small pieces Slomovitz, is a transition facilitator Tickets are $10 a piece and may be service offered by the American Can- Individuals interested in more in- mittees. The club is one of 125 asso- of furniture and other such articles will for special education at Elizabeth purchased at the Chapter House, 321 cer Society, will take place on Mon- formation about the American Can- ciated garden clubs with more than be accepted, but no clothing or books. High School in Elizabeth. His father, day, June 11, from 10 a.m. to noon at cer Society are asked to call (800) 5,000 members throughout New Jer- For more information, please call the a retired dentist, practiced in Dongan Overlook Hospital, located at 99 ACS-2345 or visit www.cancer.org. sey. library at (908) 233-0115. Hills, Staten Island. Performance of Sabrina Beauvoir Avenue in Summit. She was in charge of “America the The program teaches female pa- Book Discussion Set To Benefit Girl Scouts Beautiful,” the Westfield club’s 1999 tients who are undergoing chemo- On ‘Color of Water’ flower show, which won the Patriotic WESTFIELD – Tickets are now therapy or radiation treatments Theme Award from the National on sale for a performance of Sabrina beauty techniques to help enhance Council of State Garden Clubs, as Fair on Friday, June 1, at 8 p.m., to their appearance and self-image. At Fanwood Library FANWOOD – The Fanwood Me- well as New Jersey’s Tricolor, Cre- benefit the Washington Rock Girl Women in the Union County area ativity and Best Schedule Awards Scout Council. who have been diagnosed with can- morial Library will hold a book discussion on Thursday, June 14, at from the Garden Club of New Jersey. The Westfield Community Play- cer are invited to participate. Mrs. Paul is also a national accred- ers will present the romantic comedy Offered in cooperation with the 7:30 p.m. at the library, located at North Avenue and Tillotson Road in ited flower show judge, a landscape at 1000 North Avenue, West, in National Cosmetology Association, design consultant and a gardening Westfield. “Look Good Feel Better” is an out- Fanwood. Members of the public are invited to participate. consultant. Tickets are $15 each and all pro- reach program run by American Can- Among the positions she has held ceeds will benefit Council programs cer Society volunteers and certified Librarian Ruth Ahnert will lead a discussion on “The Color of Water,” with the state garden club are Dis- and services. Refreshments will be cosmetologists who teach women a trict Director, Recording Secretary, available at intermission. 12-step makeup program and beauty written by James McBride. Participants are encouraged to read Chairwoman of Awards and Land- Tickets may be purchased at the tips using wigs, turbans and scarves. scape Design School, editor of the Council service center, located at Participants also receive a compli- the book before the meeting date. Anyone needing the book may pick News Leaf newsletter and First Vice 201 Grove Street, East, in Westfield. mentary box of makeup containing President. She is also currently a For more information, please call the products used in the program. up a copy at the library. For more information, please call the library at board member of the National Gar- Virginia Cockerline at (908) 232- Registration for the program is den Clubs, Inc. 3236, extension no. 1209. required. For more information or to (908) 322-6400. Program on Historic Homes, Gardens Planned for Tonight WESTFIELD – The Westfield His- According to Nancy Priest, Chair- toric Preservation Commission will woman of the Westfield Historic Pres- present a special program tonight, ervation Commission, the program May 24, that will follow up on a will cover such topics as architec- meeting in March that explained tural history, house colors and restor- what local property owners should ing an appropriate garden design. know about historic preservation. “The commission is glad to spon- The week of May 13 to 20 was sor this special program,” Mrs. Priest designated as “Preservation Week explained, adding, “we hope the in- in New Jersey.” formative presentations we have Tonight’s program, entitled “How planned will generate a lot of ques- to Make Your Historic House and tions.” She said it will enhance the Garden More Appealing,” will take program if attendees bring photo- The best seats in the house, place in the Council Chambers of the graphs of their property. 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Turlington to Deliver Veterans’ Ultimate Sacrifice Runnells Volunteer Guild Memorial Day Address Is Inspiration for Generations To Sponsor Linen Sale WESTFIELD – The Reverend Dr. can Revolution, who will break from A Weekly Column From Members of the BERKELEY HEIGHTS – The “All the income the Guild receives Darla Dee Turlington of the First the line of march as the parade pro- Westfield Ministerial Association Volunteer Guild of Runnells Special- from the sales is used to purchase Baptist Church of Westfield will de- ceeds to Fairview Cemetery. ized Hospital of Union County will items for Runnells’ residents and pa- liver the Memorial Day address at In addition to Reverend sponsor a linen sale from 8 a.m. to 4 tients, such as VCRs, televisions and the Revolutionary Cemetery on Turlington’s message, the program By REV. ANDREW HAMERSLEY There were some noisy tourists p.m. on Thursday, May 31. prizes for the bingo games,” she added. Mountain Avenue on Monday, May is scheduled to include greetings from I am writing this article in the who joined me, speaking neither The linen sale, featuring sheets, tow- “The Volunteer Guild also spon- 28. the Regent of the D.A.R. week leading up to Memorial Day English nor French and, in one look, els, comforters and dish towels, will sors a summer picnic and a Christmas The ceremony is expected to start More than 100 veterans of all wars weekend and, as I think about the I bid their silence. This was sacred be held in the Multi-purpose Room of party/gift distribution each year, in between 9:30 and 10 a.m., after the are interred in the cemetery and grave celebrations that will take place, I space. the facility, located at 40 Watchung cooperation with the Berkeley Heights Memorial Day Parade has passed the locations have been marked with am reminded of a trip my family and I cannot imagine how Christians Way in Berkeley Heights. Lions Club,” Freeholder Scanlon cemetery. flags. Some 70 Revolutionary War I took a couple of years ago to ever enter war easily. I also expect “The public is always invited to noted. This traditional observance in soldiers’ graves are decorated, as well France. that Christians wage war with ter- attend our vendor sales, free of charge, The Guild and the Office of Volun- memory of veterans of the Revolu- as those of more than 25 World War We went to France following my rible regret and remorse. That be- thanks to the efforts of our Volunteer teer Services of Runnells Specialized tion and other wars is sponsored by II and later servicemen. wife as she was doing research for ing said, I salute the men and Guild,” said Freeholder Deborah Hospital of Union County are always the Westfield chapters of the Daugh- Graves also include soldiers from her dissertation on French cultural women of the rapidly diminishing Scanlon, Liaison to the hospital’s interested in recruiting new volun- ters of the American Revolution the French and Indian War, the War history of the 18th century. My goal ranks of World War II veterans and Advisory Board of Managers. teers. Flexible hours and various op- (D.A.R.) and the Sons of the Ameri- of 1812 and the Civil War. was, quite frankly, a tourist’s — I had others who have given their lives portunities exist with resident con- food, wine and church architecture for freedom. May their sacrifices tact, as well as performing other tasks. on my mind. inspire us to our own sacrifices to People for Animals Sets For further information, please call We rented an apartment, took in wage war against the tyrannies of Pet Adoption Event the Office of Volunteer Services at Mobile Meals Thanks Many lots of sites, ate well and were quite our own era. (908) 771-5847. CRANFORD – People for Animals, pleased. I, by the way, speak only * * * * * menu French, so I was quite relieved a non-profit animal welfare organiza- Jennifer Genlot Enrolls Volunteers at Annual Brunch from the responsibility of communi- Reverend Andrew Hamersley is the tion serving New Jersey, will sponsor a Rector of St. Paul’s Episcopal “Paws in the Park” dog and cat adop- WESTFIELD – On March 9, selves by sharing a few minutes of cating, a welcome relief for some- In Program at Cittone one in my line of work! Church, located at 414 East Broad tion event on Saturday, May 26, from Mobile Meals, a private, non-profit their time with each client — many Street in Westfield. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Nomahegan Park WESTFIELD – Lincoln Techni- meal delivery service, thanked over times they are the only visitors of In addition to exploring Paris, we on Springfield Avenue in Cranford cal Institute in West Orange has noted 75 volunteers at its annual brunch the day. decided to rent a car and drive to (across from Union County College). that Westfield resident Jennifer A. held at the First Baptist Church in “This is the one opportunity many Normandy. Driving in Paris was un- For information about pets available Genlot is newly enrolled as an Westfield. of the clients have to see somebody nerving, given that I don’t read French Torah Center to Hold for adoption, please call (908) 688- evening student in the help desk The party is an annual tradition if it is not describing food; however, 1073 or visit www.pfa.petfinder.org. analyst program at The Cittone In- else. Or else they’re by themselves. we arrived in Normandy in one piece Shavuot Celebration where volunteers who pack and All are very receptive and thankful,” Low cost spay and neuter informa- stitute in Edison. and we toured the D-Day beaches, WESTFIELD – On Monday, May tion is available by calling the People A graduate of Westfield High deliver freshly prepared meals in said Pete Porter, Coordinator for struck dumb by the impossibility of Westfield, Clark, Cranford, Cranford, Treasurer and board mem- 28, the Union County Torah Center for Animals Clinic at (908) 964-6887. School, Ms. Genlot attended Union the mission which the allies accom- will celebrate Shavuot with a spe- Spay and neuter surgery costs range County College. She is the daughter Fanwood, Garwood, and Scotch ber. “Everybody is so pleasant and plished in June of 1944. Plains are appreciated for volun- so appreciative when you deliver cial reading of the Ten Command- from $35 to $55 and include rabies and of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Genlot of I am reminded of this trip now as I ments at 11 a.m., followed by an ice distemper vaccinations. Westfield. teering their time to help the eld- the meals,” said Tony Wright, one of think about Memorial Day because erly, homebound and disabled com- the volunteer drivers. The volun- cream party for children and a dairy of my experience in the American Kiddush for the adults. Everyone is munity members. Jean Duma, Mo- teers agree that although the time cemetery (the one featured in the bile Meals nutritionist, works with commitment is small, the rewards welcome and there is no charge. movie Saving Private Ryan) First of Shavuot, the two-day festival that clients, packers and drivers. are great. Many volunteers have all, it is beautiful and it is meticu- Good News “I think that this is a much-needed worked with Mobile Meals for over lously maintained. Second of all, it is commemorates the giving of the service. Programs like Mobile Meals 20 years. overwhelming to see the rows upon Ten Commandments and the Torah “For where two or three are are becoming increasingly impor- Reverend Dr. Darla Dee rows of immaculate white crosses on Mount Sinai, will be ushered in tant in serving the nation’s elderly,” Turlington, Senior Minister at the and Stars of David. on Sunday evening, May 27, and gathered in my name, there am I in she said. First Baptist Church, said, “I see Leaving my wife and children be- will continue through Monday and The Mobile Meals gathering was volunteers going quietly in and out hind, I wandered to the center of the Tuesday. the midst of them” an opportunity for volunteers to meet of the church. I know they’re deliv- cemetery where there is a small For more information, please call and talk, sharing experiences and ering a good meal and encouraging chapel and there, I was undone. the center at (908) 789-5252. The anecdotes about the lives they have words to people of our community.” Having grown up in the ’60s, I had Torah Center is located at 418 Cen- Matt: 18:20 touched. Individuals who would like more not often experienced the deeply felt tral Avenue in Westfield. The Gospel Many of Mobile Meals subscrib- information or want to volunteer patriotism that was common for ear- ers are housebound for a variety of one to two hours per week to deliver lier generations. Yet, in the small reasons. The volunteers share a or pack food for Mobile Meals, may chapel in Normandy, I had a pro- common bond in knowing that in call (908) 233-6164 or visit foundly spiritual experience of grati- addition to providing a hot, nutri- www.westfieldnj.com/ tude and pride for those Americans tious meal, they are giving of them- mobilemeals. who paid the price for freedom.

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Lisbeth Brodie, 90, Holocaust Survivor; 15, at Somerset Medical Center in A Mass of Christian Burial was at the St. Cloud Health Center in She was predeceased by her hus- Somerville. offered on Friday, May 18, at St. St. Cloud, Fla. band, Santo Spina, in 1973, and by Founded Nursery School at Temple Born in Westfield, she had lived in Helen’s Roman Catholic Church in Born in Westfield, she had lived a son, Patrick Spina, in 2000. Lisbeth Brodie, 90, a longtime resi- Germans. Plainfield for many years before mov- Westfield. Interment took place at there until moving to Palm Bay in Surviving are three sons, Ignasio dent of Westfield and survivor of the After the Germans eliminated the ing to Macungie, Pa. 20 years ago. Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. 1971. Spina, Santo Spina, Jr. and Leonard Holocaust during World War II, died Warsaw Ghetto and deported the pris- Mrs. Warden had been employed as Arrangements were under the di- Spina; a daughter, Mary Coleman; on Friday, May 18, at home. oners, Miss Brodie was sent to a a customer service representative for rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, 15 grandchildren; 26 great-grand- Born on May 15, 1911 in Poznan, camp in Berlin and later to the Queen City Bank in Plainfield for 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. Joan E. Lonergan, 60 children and two great-great grand- Poland, she had briefly worked as a Theresienstadt concentration camp. many years. She last worked as an Memorial contributions may be executive secretary for Air Products made to the American Heart Associa- Joan E. Lonergan, 60, of Belle children. journalist before she and her mother She emigrated to New York in 1950, Mead died on Friday, May 11, at St. were sent to the Warsaw Ghetto in where she worked at a summer camp, Inc. of Piscataway before retiring sev- tion. A Funeral Mass was offered on eral years ago. May 24, 2001 Peter’s Hospital in New Brunswick. 1942. and subsequently relocated to Friday, May 18, in the Holy Trinity She was a member of the Junior Born in Summit, she had lived While there, she was forced to Westfield. Roman Catholic Church in worked 16-hour days reading En- Miss Brodie earned a bachelor’s Women’s Club of Scotch Plains and Dorothy Shoemaker, 88 there before relocating to Belle Mead Westfield. Interment took place at glish and Polish documents and trans- degree in early childhood develop- was also a Past President and long- Dorothy M. Shoemaker, 88, of 10 years ago. Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. lating them for the Germans. As she ment in 1958 from Kean College, time member of the Federated Scotch Plains died on Saturday, May She had worked for ARC of The Dooley Colonial Home, 556 later recalled in her memoirs, she now Kean University, in Union. Women’s Club of America in 12, at Muhlenberg Regional Medi- Somerset. Westfield Avenue in Westfield, was would on occasion intentionally mis- A year earlier, she founded a Macungie. cal Center in Plainfield. She was predeceased by a sister, in charge of the arrangements. translate documents in an attempt to nursery school at Temple Emanu- She was predeceased by her hus- Born in Springfield, the daughter Mary Piraneo. May 24, 2001 save lives or retaliate against the El in Westfield, and served as the bands, Charles L. Barry in 1964, Jo- of the late G. E. Eckermann and Surviving are four other sisters, school’s director until her retire- seph F. Coleman in 1970 and Robert Mildred Allen Eckermann, she had ment in 1986. K. Warden in 1997, and by a daughter, lived in Millburn and Lakewood be- Bridget Browne of Scotch Plains, Doris Jarvis, 81, Air Corps Veteran; fore moving to Scotch Plains in 1997. Eileen Russell of Summit, Rose West Surviving are two cousins, Erica Ellen Barry Mulkeen, in 1985. Surviving are a son, Charles Barry; Mrs. Shoemaker was a homemaker of Madison and Kathleen and Tony Matthews of London. Was Photo Interpretation Expert Services were held on Sunday, May a daughter, Barbara Barry Goodell; and a member of the Order of the Sanguiliano of Fanwood, and two Doris Jacobsen Jarvis, 81, of Hebblethwaite Funeral Home in 20, at Temple Emanu-El. her mother, Honora F. Brown Pfeiffer; Eastern Star. brothers, Dennis Lonergan of Sum- Glenview, Ill., died on Friday, May Glenview. May 24, 2001 a sister, Bernice Phillips, and two She was predeceased by her hus- mit and Michael Lonergan of South 4, in the Rosewood Care Center in In lieu of flowers, memorial con- band, Albert L. Shoemaker, in 1975, Plainfield. Northbrook, Ill. tributions may be made to the Salva- Verna Lipford Luisi, 79, Was Director and by a daughter, Cynthia Webb, in A Mass of Christian Burial was Born in Oak Park, Ill., she had tion Army, 5040 N. Pulaski, Chi- 1994. offered on Tuesday, May 15, in St. been a resident of Fanwood before cago, Ill. 60630. Of Arts and Crafts at Park and YMCA Surviving are a daughter, Alberta May 24, 2001 Giacomara; seven grandchildren and Teresa of Avila Roman Catholic moving to Glenview. Verna Lipford Luisi, 79, of Fanwood. Interment took place at Mrs. Jarvis served as a First Lieu- 12 great-grandchildren. Church in Summit. Interment took Fanwood died on Tuesday, May 15, Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. tenant in the United States Women’s Funeral services were held on Sat- place in St. Teresa’s Cemetery in Manuel J. Aranjo, 81 at Overlook Hospital in Summit. Memorial contributions may be urday, May 19, at the Higgins Home Summit. Army Air Corps during World War II as a photo interpretation expert. Manuel J. Aranjo, 81, of Born in Trooper, Pa., she had lived made to the Recording for the Blind for Funerals in Plainfield. Interment Arrangements were handled by She was predeceased by her hus- Mountainside died on Monday, May in Somerville before relocating to and Dyslexic, 20 Roszel Road, took place at St. Stephen’s Cemetery the William R. Dangler Funeral band, Howard Jarvis, Jr., and by a 14, in Overlook Hospital in Summit. Fanwood 46 years ago. Princeton, 08540. in Millburn. Home in Summit. brother, Albert Jacobsen. Born in Framingham, Mass., he Mrs. Luisi attended Antioch Col- May 24, 2001 May 24, 2001 Memorial donations may be made Surviving are two sons, Howard had lived in Irvington before moving lege in Yellow Springs, Ohio, study- Stanley Jennis, 73, Health Shop Proprietor; to United Cerebral Palsy and sent in Jarvis, 3rd and Tyler Jarvis; a daugh- to Mountainside in 1956. ing in the Liberal Arts program. ter, Lynly Jarvis; a sister, Charlotte Mr. Aranjo had been a longshore- She was active in the Girl Scouts in care of the William R. Dangler Fu- man with the International Former Owner of School and Restaurant neral Home, 309 Springfield Avenue, Baytus, and four grandchildren. the Scotch Plains-Fanwood area. A memorial service will be held at Longshoremen’s Association for 20 Mrs. Luisi was also the Arts and Stanley Jennis, 73, of Westfield Army during World War II. Summit, 07901. years before retiring. He had previ- died on Wednesday, May 16, at He was predeceased by a sister, May 24, 2001 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 16, at Crafts Director at Forest Road Park ously worked for the American Can home. Arlene Schwartz. the Lutheran Church of the Ascen- in Fanwood, as well as for the Company in Newark. Born in Newark, he had lived in Surviving are his wife, Esther L. Julia Tornambe, 78 sion in Northfield, Ill. Interment was Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA, for to be private. Surviving are his wife, Marie Cedar Grove before relocating to Sher Jennis; two sons, Mark Jennis Julia Tornambe, 78, of Westfield DeRose Aranjo; a daughter, Maryjo many years. Westfield 36 years ago. and Paul Jennis, and four grandchil- Arrangements are under the direc- Surviving are her husband, T. Rob- died on Saturday, May 12, in the tion of the N.H. Scott & Sperlazza; a son, Manuel Aranjo; a Mr. Jennis owned the New Dawn dren. home of her daughter, Judith brother, Max Augusta, and five grand- ert Luisi; a daughter, Amy E. Smeltzer Health Shop in East Brunswick. He The funeral was held on Sunday, DeAngelis, in Mountainside. Eleanore F. Walker, 69 children. of Scotch Plains, and a son, Robert T. had previously owned a secretarial May 20, from the Bernheim-Apter- Born in Madison, she had lived A Mass was offered on Thursday, Luisi of New Hope, Pa. school in Elizabeth and, prior to that, Goldsticker Suburban Funeral Eleanore F. Armann Walker, 69, of Funeral services were held on Sat- in Clark before moving to Westfield May 17, at Our Lady of Lourdes the International House of Pancakes Chapel in Maplewood. Interment Scotch Plains died on Monday, May Roman Catholic Church in urday, May 19, at the Memorial Fu- four years ago. in East Brunswick. took place at B’nai Abraham Memo- 14, in Muhlenberg Regional Medi- Mountainside, following the funeral neral Home, 155 South Avenue in He was a volunteer with the New rial Park. Mrs. Tornambe was a Eucharis- cal Center in Plainfield. from the Haeberle & Barth Colonial Jersey State Division of Consumer Memorial contributions may be tic minister and a member of the Born in New York, she lived in Home in Union. Interment took place Lucretia Moore, 95 Affairs Mediation Office in Newark. made to cancer research. Scotch Plains for 41 years. Prayer Group, the Senior Citizens at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in East Lucretia Crump Moore, 95, of He served in the United States May 24, 2001 Club and the choir, all of St. John Mrs. Walker co-owned the Linden Hanover. Westfield died on Friday, May 11, the Apostle Roman Catholic Pork Stores and Pan Am Provisions May 24, 2001 at Muhlenberg Regional Medical Martin Herbst, 92, Managed Family Farm; Church in Clark. in Linden. She was a member of the Scotch Jean L. Wiese, 77 Center in Plainfield. She was predeceased by her hus- Plains Junior Women’s Club. Born in Petersburg, Va., she lived Later Worked for Area Lumber Company band, Michael D. Tornambe. Jean L. Wiese, 77, of Surviving are her husband of 48 Brodheadsville, Pa., died on Friday, in Westfield for more than 80 years. Martin Herbst, 92, of North ters, Frances and Elizabeth; two Also surviving are another years, Dixie Walker; two daughters, May 11, in St. Luke’s Hospital in Mrs. Moore had been employed Plainfield died on Sunday, May 13, brothers, Charles and Fred; a half- daughter, Patricia Duprat; a son, Debra A. Walker and Patricia L. Staib, Bethlehem, Pa. as a housekeeper in Westfield for at the McCutchen Friends Home in sister, Anna, and four half-brothers, Dominick F. Tornambe; five sis- both of North Plainfield, and a grand- Born in Rahway, she had lived in many years. North Plainfield. Adolph, John, Peter and George, and ters, Florence Priore, Rose Moore, child. Fanwood before relocating to She was a member of the Bethel Born in Bayonne on August 30, a grandson. Mary Bishop, Theresa Guerin and Services were held on Wednesday, Brodheadsville. 1908, he moved to Scotch Plains Surviving are his wife of 65 years, May 16, at the Higgins Home for Baptist Church in Westfield for more Ann Marie Sarno; three brothers, Surviving are three sons, David with his family the following year. Irma Hansen Herbst; a daughter, Funerals in North Plainfield. Wiese of Fanwood, John Wiese of than 60 years, where she was an Joseph Matrisciano, Angelo organizer and President of the He later relocated to Basking Ridge Doris Herbst of Burlington, Vt.; a Matrisciano and Louis Matrisciano, Memorial contributions may be Blairstown and Douglas Wiese of made to the Muhlenberg Founda- Flower Club for more than 50 years, and moved with his wife to the son, David Herbst of Tewksbury and eight grandchildren. Virginia Beach, Va.; three daugh- tion, in care of Intensive Care Unit, as well as a member of the choir. McCutchen Friends Home a month Township, and two grandchildren. A Mass was offered on Tuesday, ters, Kathryn Elguicze of Somerset, Park Avenue and Randolph Road, Suzanne Seilus of Bridgewater and She was also a nurse’s aide for the ago. At Mr. Herbst’s request, there were May 15, at St. John the Apostle Plainfield 07060, or to the American Patricia Freeman of Effort, Pa.; a Westfield Community Center Drum After graduating from Plainfield no funeral services. Memorial dona- Church, following the funeral from Lung Association of New Jersey, sister, Eleanor Mathis of Lakewood, and Bugle Corps and a member of High School, Mr. Herbst managed tions may be made to the McCutchen the Werson Funeral Home in Lin- 1600 Route 22, East, Union, 07083. and 10 grandchildren. Centennial Temple No. 246 Inde- the family farm in Scotch Plains Friends Home, 112 Linden Avenue, den. Interment was at St. Gertrude’s May 24, 2001 Memorial services were held on pendent Benevolent Protective Or- until 1953. He was later employed North Plainfield 07060. Cemetery in Colonia. Sunday, May 20, at the Donald N. der Elks of the World of Westfield. by the J.D. Loizeaux Lumber Com- Arrangements were handled by the Blanche Loeffler, 76 Gower Funeral Home in Gilbert, Pa. Memorial contributions may be Her husband, Russell Moore, died pany in Plainfield until his retire- Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South made to St. Jude Children’s Re- Blanche M. Langley Loeffler, 76, Interment will take place at a time to of Scotch Plains died on Tuesday, in 1943. ment in 1973. Avenue in Fanwood. search Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, be arranged by the family. May 24, 2001 May 15, in Morristown Memorial Surviving are a niece and cous- He was predeceased by two sis- Memphis, Tenn. 38105. Memorial donations may be made May 24, 2001 Hospital in Morristown. to Brookmont Health Care Activi- ins. Born in Brooklyn, she had lived in ties Department, in care of Sue Services were held on Thursday, Virginia Holschuh, 83, Duke Alumna; Todd David Bixler, 33 Long Island before relocating to Oswald, Box 50, Effort, Pa. 18330. May 17, at the Judkins Colonial Scotch Plains. May 24, 2001 Home in Plainfield. Affiliated With Library, Theater Group Todd David Bixler, 33, of Mrs. Loeffler had been a secretary May 24, 2001 Westfield died on Monday, May at K.M.V. Associates, an insurance Carrie Anderson, 95 Virginia Chason Holschuh, 83, of to New Providence three years ago. 14, at home. company in Scotch Plains, before Carrie Anderson, 95, of John Bachanes, 42 New Providence died on Sunday, Mrs. Holschuh had been employed retiring in 1979. Mountainside died on Saturday, May John Bachanes, 42, of Scotch Plains May 20, at Overlook Hospital in as a bookkeeper and secretary for Born in Plainfield, he lived all of Summit. many years by Elsie Betz Realty and his life in Westfield. She was predeceased by her hus- 12, in Manor Care of Mountainside. died on Wednesday, May 16, in Rahway Hospital. Born in Elizabeth, she had lived in Lennox Realty, both of Westfield. Mr. Bixler was a self-employed band, William Loeffler, in 1975, Born in Newark, she lived in and by a son, William Loeffler. Mountainside for 49 years. Born in Newark, he had lived in East Westfield for 58 years before moving She graduated from the Elizabeth construction worker. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Anderson had been a super- Newark before moving to Scotch Plains school system and attended Duke Surviving are his parents, Robert Elizabeth George, Barbara visor in the lamp department of Gen- 12 years ago. Karin S. Schmidt, 41 University in Durham, N.C. A. Bixler, Sr. and Jean M. Messner Morasso and Janice Keller; a sis- eral Electric in Newark for 38 years Mr. Bachanes was an officer with Karin Sue Schmidt, 41, of Mrs. Holschuh was affiliated with Bixler; four brothers, Carter Bixler, ter, Audrey Lasher; a brother, before retiring in 1962. the Haledon Police Department for the Meyersville died on Friday, May 18, at the Westfield Community Players, Robert A. Bixler, Jr., Eric Bixler Frank Langley, and six grandchil- She was a member of the Eastern last 14 years. Overlook Hospital in Summit. Planned Parenthood, the Westfield He was a member of Police Benevo- Born in Glen Ridge, she had lived in Memorial Library and the American and Joel Bixler, and two sisters, dren. Star Sharon Chapter 61 in Caldwell lent Association Local No. 349 in Dana Bixler and Jill Bixler. A Mass of Christian Burial was and the Foothill Club of Mountainside and Westfield before Civil Liberties Union. Haledon. relocating to Meyersville three years She was predeceased by her hus- Arrangements were under the di- offered on Saturday, May 19, at the Mountainside. He was predeceased by his parents, Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman She was predeceased by her hus- ago. band, Frank Johnston Holschuh, in rection of the Gray Funeral Home, Charles and Frances Bachanes. Miss Schmidt graduated from Kean 1972, and a grandson, Gary 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. band, Richard Anderson. Surviving are four brothers, Charles University in Union in 1981 with a Interment took place at St. Gertrude’s Surviving is a sister, Beatrice Escobedo. Memorial donations may be Bachanes, Frank Bachanes, Joseph degree in education. Surviving are a son, Louis William Cemetery in Colonia. Kellogg. Bachanes and Steve Bachanes. Surviving are her parents, Werner H. made to the American Heart Asso- Arrangements were handled by Services were held on Wednesday, Private services were arranged by Holschuh of Columbus, Ohio; three ciation, 208 West End Avenue, and Eleanor Braun Schmidt, and a daughters, Linda Blair of Edison, the Dooley Colonial Home, 556 May 16, in the McCracken Funeral the Condon Memorial Home in brother, Werner H. Schmidt, Jr. Bridgewater 08807. Westfield Avenue in Westfield. Home in Union. Harrison. A memorial service will be held at Anne Escobedo of Ventura, Calif., May 24, 2001 May 24, 2001 May 24, 2001 May 24, 2001 11 a.m. today, Thursday, May 24, in and Jane Holschuh of Tucson, Ariz., the Community Presbyterian Church and five grandchildren. in Mountainside. A memorial gathering was held We appreciate Arrangements were handled by yesterday, Wednesday, May 23, at Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Smith and Smith (Suburban) of Spring- the home of Robert and Vena Sharer our neighbors field. of Westfield. Caring & Courteous Service to the May 24, 2001 Arrangements were under the direction of the Gray Funeral Home, Like you, we appreciate having good neighbors. That's why we also do our best to be good neighbors. Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 Maxine Bradie, 72 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. Memorial donations may be made Maxine Bradie, 72, of As established members of the Westfield business community, we to the Westfield Memorial Library, understand the security of dealing with people you know, people you trust! Mountainside died on Friday, May the American Stroke Association or We've built our reputation on this trust. 18, at Overlook Hospital in Summit. Planned Parenthood. For over 100 years, we've provided area families with sound advice and Born in Brooklyn, she had lived in May 24, 2001 caring service at times of personal loss. We believe we help the most by Westfield Westfield before moving to listening and providing choices. 556 Westfield Mountainside in 1958. Brenda L. Rizzi, 59 Mrs. Bradie was a member of the Brenda L. Rizzi, 59, of Berkeley We hope you remember you can turn to us in times of need. You can also Avenue Westfield Chapter of Hadassah, the Heights died on Friday, May 18. talk to us about planning ahead... removing this burden from the minds of 233-0255 others. Please call us or stop by. Sisterhood of Temple Emanu-El in Born in Garwood, she had lived in John L. Dooley Westfield and the Northern New Jer- Mountainside before moving to Ber- sey Branch of the National Jewish keley Heights 30 years ago. Manager Association. Mrs. Rizzi was a member of TRIO, She was predeceased by her hus- the Transplant Recipients Interna- band, Mitchell Bradie. tional Organization, Inc. UNERAL Surviving are three sons, Neil, Surviving are her husband of 37 DIRECTORS Glenn and Jon, and a sister, Roslyn years, Vito L. Rizzi; a son, Steven L. – Since 1897 – Denard. Rizzi of Watchung; a daughter, Funeral services were held on Denise L. Micca of Manhattan, and Cranford Monday, May 21, at Temple Emanu- two grandchildren. •WILLIAM A. DOYLE • PAULETTE CRABIEL WAHLER 218 North Avenue El. Interment was at Beth Israel Cem- Arrangements were handled by • DALE SCHOUSTRA • LISA LO RICCO SHARP 276-0255 etery in Woodbridge. the Valley Memorial Funeral Home Arrangements were under the di- in Gillette. Executive Administrator – William A. Doyle Charles V. Dooley rection of the Menorah Chapels at Memorial contributions may be WESTFIELD: 318 East Broad St., William A. Doyle, Mgr. • 233-0143 Manager Millburn in Union. made to Transplant Recipients Inter- CRANFORD: 12 Springfield Ave., Dale R. Schoustra, Mgr. • 276-0092 Memorial contributions may be national Organization, 1000 16th made to the Westfield Chapter of Street NW, Suite 602, Washington, Family Owned and Operated Hadassah. D.C. 20036-5705. May 24, 2001 May 24, 2001 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 24, 2001 Page 9 Concepts & Thought Westfield High School Principal Dr. Robert Petix Announces Names of Students Placed on Third Marking Period Honor Rolls WESTFIELD – Principal of Sagiv Edelman Alice Ryan John Daly Cari-Nicole Rock Katherine Hild Marie B. Tracy Westfield High School, Dr. Robert Brendan J. Egan Rebecca Sabreen Michael W. Defazio Katlyn M. Ropars Gerritt P. Ill Kaitlin Valla G. Petix, recently revealed the names Kathleen Ferio Carolina Safar Dominique M. Diaz Corie A. Rosenberg Hannah G. Israelow Christina M. Villalobos of students placed on the Distin- Elizabeth Fetissoff Christina Santilli Tammi Dondiego Matthew Rothstein Katie B. Jenkins Rachel M. Wagner guished Honor Roll and Regular Suzanna Fowler Joshua Schoenfeld Robert Eckman, 3rd Andrew K. Ruotolo, 3rd Daniel R. Kagan Andrea Waksman Honor Roll for the third marking Daniel Francis Tyler A. Seeger Allison M. Edles Erin E. Salmond Janna Kamel Thomas Weingarten period. Steven P. Fromtling Michael N. Sheflin Rachel F. Emmet Virginia Sanders Cameron D. Kelly Emily G. Yudkovitz DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Jennifer Frost Laura Shelman Gregory Engel James Scariati Aaron L. Klinger Karen Lynn Zelawski FRESHMAN CLASS Milan Fry Caroline Sheridan Lauren R. Federgreen Kelly Schmidt Katherine R. Kreil Stephen Adamo Kelli Layton Ariel Garfinkel Andrew P. Sinnenberg Jennifer Fleck Amanda Schneider Jennifer A. Lamont Danielle Gelber Caitlin Stanley Christopher Ford Marc Schott Morgan B. Lang Stephen Anderson James Leong Amanda Genova Shari B. Thomashow Vivian J. Futran Vincent Shen Megan A. Lesko Ryan M. Bartholomew Meghana Limaye Rebecca Bellovin Danny Mahoney Adam Gerckens Ja’net Tiller Mara Ganz Douglas E. Shineman Brian J. Levy Christopher Gonzalez Caitlin Towey Eileen M. Gessner Julian D. Siano Daisy D. Linares Rebecca Fallon Alison McCabe Alyson D. Goodman David Urban Mollie O. Gibbons Rachel Skolnick Rui Lu Maxine Fertig-Cohen Adam Seth Novick Katherine Geenberg Amanda C. Reider Scott S. Grobstein Kristen G. Valla Thomas J. Greene Staci Spass Joshua Ludmer Carolyn E. Harbaugh Shanna Vella Timothy Heine Bryan Stupak Mary M. Lygate Amanda J. Glickman Catherine Rimondi Erika L. Hasenfus Bartholomew Walsh Charles D. Hely Emily N. Suda Erin G. Goldberger Matthew F. Rowe HONOR ROLL Gianna E. Guasconi Neril Sandeep Christian F. Heinen Emily J. Warren Samantha Hermann Anna E. Tabachnik SENIOR CLASS David C. Hewit, Jr. Kate Warren Ryan Hoens Juhie Tamboli Sarah M. Hoban Irina Sheremetyeva Jacob D. Albertson Jonathan B. Lau Samantha Hooper-Hamersley Henry W. Williams, 3rd Zontee Hou Jason Tammam Kevin Hobson Lauren Steller Carol Aliche Evan J. Lee Anthony Johnson Tovah Tripp Carrie Hubbard Christopher Wolski Andrew Janney Ashley Tate Megan G. Amelia Andrew Lin Michael K. Huber Alex Wright Christa Jensen Christopher Thayer Paul Johnson Allison Wicks Marisa Anthony Anne Loughlin A SKIT FULL OF STARS…On April 20, the Brunner Elementary School Heather Idland Laura M. Yee Emily Kahn Andrew J. Tucker Variety Show, “A Night of 175 Stars,” was held. Directed by Veronique Elizabeth Keating Christine Wicks Jocelyn M. Arlington Kelley Masterson So-Mi Kim Donald E. Williams, 3rd Peter Itz Kyle Yost Matthew Kahn Julianne M. Vanarelli Ingrid Arnold Shawn W. Mc Cabe Rosenberg and Robin Pace, the show included children from kindergarten to Thomas Killian Jordan Zakarin Daniel R. Kane Alexa Vantosky Kimberly Lam Ashley A. Yarusi Ellen Debra Bernstein Eileen Mc Keever fifth grade. They performed limericks, gymnastics routines, piano solos, com- Joseph D. Korfmacher Jenna Zorn Lawrence J. Kao Cristine Velazco edy skits and choreographed dance numbers. The largest act included 21 second KathrynYoo Steven M. Block Claire K. McNamara Ariel B. Kaye Matthew J. Velderman grade girls, dancing and twirling their umbrellas in sync to the tune, “Singing DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL HONOR ROLL Matthew Borchin Scott C. Mehorter in the Rain.” The cast of 175 stars sparkled through the show, that ended with James Kennedy Patricia Veltri SOPHOMORE CLASS SOPHOMORE CLASS Jessica A. Bowers Breigh Ann Menza the entire ensemble singing “The Wind Beneath My Wings.” Susan E. Kennedy Christopher Wagner Gil Arbitsman Joshua Lerner Sean Adams Albert Lin Rebecca Brachman Leanne M. Meriton Anthony S. Agresta Daniel Lynes David M. Koeppel Melissa Walsh Meredith S. Campbell John W. Merriman Raj Bhandari William Masket Christina L. Kozlowski Jordan Warner Matthew J. Azzara Orlee J. Maimon Mari Nicole Candelore Kristin Messina James Charatan Tyler Patla Whitney Laird Alison L. Weinstein WHS French Students Excel Sean M. Devaney Alexander Pinho Michael Babetski Matthew Marks John O. Carpenter Evan J. Molloy Sean M. Baran Benjamin A. Masel Heather A. Lane Amanda M. Wilhelm Timothy Carroll Rachel E. Moloshok David Eisenberg Tracy Rood Marisa K. Lau Susan E. Williams Alison Bennett Gregory W. Mathews Francesca Chabrier Caroline G. Moore In National Competitions Toby L. Hershkowitz Matthew Toriello Joshua T. Lawrence Jill Woodbury Angela W. Kim Christian Urban Beniam T. Biftu Gregory Matthews Julie Cleaves Julie M. Muroff Justin S. Bludgus Alexandra Maus Jessica Lee Sean Wright Elisa Cognetti Erin O’Brien WESTFIELD – Fifty-five state, ninth place in nation; Jenise Mun Yin Yeow Christine Leiz Kelly Yang Keith Bodayla Christina Mc Cabe Jessica L. Cohen Denise O’Connor Westfield High School (WHS) stu- Morgan, 10th place in state. Allison N. Lemberg Alison Yuhas • DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Andrew R. Bridgman Christine McGrath Lauren E. Coltrera Andrew Olsen dents recently took the French Na- French IV: Ashley Carr, 10th place Andrew Lessner Joshua Zucker tional Exam, sponsored by the Ameri- in state. JUNIOR CLASS Ryan A. Cahill Lindsay E. Miller Rodger V. Curlik Kristen Ostrega can Association of Teachers of The following WHS students won Ashley A. Carr Eli Harel Jenni Chang Beth Mokrauer HONOR ROLL Salvatore Curro Elizabeth Ottoson French. Approximately 1,900 stu- second, third and fourth place in a Michael Charney Sarah Heitner Angelina ChaplyginaJenise Morgan JUNIOR CLASS Cristina V. Dacosta Joseph I. Petrsoric dents participated in the test in New National Web Page Contest spon- Wan Ting Chen Mara Judd Emily Chen James R. Nelson Dania K. Aguero Michael Mac Kechnie Ushma Dedhiya Julie E. Phelan Jersey. sored by the French Embassy. Stu- Valerie S. Chu Shannon E. Kunath Shelby E. Cherin Jenna Noonan Jane Anderson Caitlin MacDonald Katherine Dobson Michael J. Pollack Out of the WHS students, 12 were dents designed a Web site specifi- Erin E. Cockren David Louie John J. Chiesa Adam Osborn W. Matthew Andzel Christopher MacKay Christopher Dodge Caroline L. Powell ranked in the state and four were cally for teenagers and young adults Moriah H. Cohen Matthew K. Lowenstein Holly Coleman Christine J. Pirot Kristin Anton Elizabeth A. Madresh Kevin Doyle M. Frances Re ranked nationally. The rankings fol- studying French in the United States. Daniel Deserio Erin M. Mc Clellan Margaret Curran Daniel N. Rea Jamie Archambault Sarah Mahran Bethany Dresely Meryl L. Roche low: •The winners were: Sean Devaney, Rachel Falcone Rosanne Palatucci Jennifer E. Dalrymple Angela M. Ricci Michael Attanasio Kristin L. Mann Tyne Duffy Megan E. Rodd •French I: Julee Noguchi, seventh second place, Neril Sandeep and Robert Freundlich Adam G. Yoffie Lauren A. Baeder Timothy Mansfield Brian Dyke Jacob K. Rosenstein place in state. Kevin Hobson, third place, and Tom David Zorn Tara Crane Named Sasha M. Bartolf Christina M. Massa Sara Elizabeth Euwer Kathryn M. Schott •French II: Sarah Hoban, second Killian, fourth place. DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Recipient of Tara Behr Katie Massenzio Ian D. Federgreen Christopher Schwarz place in state and sixth place nation- SENIOR CLASS Joshua M. Bengal Samantha Materek Jennifer M. Fowler Christine Schwebel ally; Kimberly Adams, fourth place Evan Flath Earns Kathleen Czap Richard R. Rowe Honor Roll Award Priya Bhasin Martta McGlynn David P. Geenberg Matthew J. Seagull in state, eighth place nationally; Jenna Davino Christian Santomauro MOUNTAINSIDE – The United Moa T. Biftu Sara McGovern Nicholas Geissler Alexander Shopiro Honors at Skidmore Alicia Bilheimer Theresa B. Murphy Bradley S. Gillin Gavin Shulman Dorothy Chou, ninth place in state; Peggy M. Doerr Ashley Saul States Achievement Academy re- SCOTCH PLAINS – Skidmore Paul Isolda R. Ariana Siemoneit Sara L. Bobertz Michael Nahaczewski Amanda O. Goncalves Lilya Shuster Laura Yee, ninth place in state; Max cently reported that Tara Anne Crane Blanton, 10th place in state; Kelly College in Sarasota Springs, N.Y. Kelly Ann Lane Sheil J. Tamboli Samantha Bourque-Trieff Ashley Nemec Cheryl Gordon Carolyn F. Singer of Mountainside has been recognized Layton, 10th place in state. has revealed that Evan Flath of Scotch Victoria Mc Cabe Kristina Williams James Bridgeman Julee Noguchi Dana T. Grau Samuel Sobel •French III: Quentin Pitchen, third Plains has been selected for mem- Mary Nielsen Christina Yang for academic achievement as a United Alexandra S. Brill Jeremy Owens Lindsay Guerriero Elizabeth A. Sweeney place in state, seventh place nation- bership in the Honors Forum. Kate Onishi Peter Yu States National Honor Roll Award Matthew Brinkmann Neil Owens Matthew T. Hall Elizabeth E. Tabachnik ally; Angela Ricci, fourth place in The son of Mr. and Mrs. James winner. Lauren Caravello Caroline L. Page-Katz Kerry Hart Lauren Talbot HONOR ROLL Erica Cenci Dana Passananti Susan M. Hinds Katherine Trimble Flath of Scotch Plains and a member FRESHMAN CLASS Tara, who attends Governor Elizabeth Encarnacion of the Class of 2004, Evan’s mem- Livingston High School, will appear Michael Charmatz Meeta Patel Eleanor Hodara Esther Van Pijkeren Kimberly Adams Cassandra Lo Charles Z. Chaung Anura A. Patil Edward W. Hogan Jill Veltri bership in the forum recognizes his Katherine Albino Jourdan Loffredo in the United States Achievement Aces National Latin Exam Remington E. Cherin Morgan Pearlman Tricia Jakubik Matthew J. Vidovich academic accomplishments. Tara Amelia Caitlin L. Lojo Academy Official Yearbook, which WESTFIELD – Westfield resident Lindsey Ciarrocca Christine M. Pecoraro Richard Kaplan Alexis Vigilante Elizabeth Encarnacion, an eighth Brooke Austin Jeremy Mac Kechnie is published nationally. Neil Ciemniecki Gina Pepe Timothy Kelman Kelly F. Wanca Delbarton School Sets Emily L. Barnes Marykate Maher grader at The Pingry School, received The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Collucci Elizabeth A. Perrella David King Kristin M. Wanca Carl Baron Rachel Mandragona a perfect score on the 24th National Graduation Ceremony William Crane, Jr. of Mountainside, Maureen Cooke Andrew Pilecki Allison D. Klass Daniel J. Weinberg Latin Exam offered under the joint Sabrina C. Bengal Jennie T. Mathew Tara is the granddaughter of Mr. and Erin Corbett Alexandra Pino Stephanie Kolterjahn Carolyn E. White WESTFIELD – Westfield resi- Ravi Krishna Bharadwaj Alexandra McMahon sponsorship of the American Classi- Mrs. William Crane of Mountainside Bryan Cordes Kristen Pollock Lianna M. Kong Stephen Wilson dents Campbell Anthony and Tho- Rahul Bhasin Matthew McManus cal League and the National Junior mas Wade will graduate Delbarton and Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Shea of Kevin J. Cutro Marian Pomann Jennifer M. Korecky Taryn Wyckoff Classical League. Brian Bigelow Lauren M. Meriton Ngoc Lan Dang Cristina Popola Lisa E. Krieger Mun Ling Yeow School in Morristown during com- Benjamin Bogen Jason Mesches Westfield. Elizabeth’s achievement came af- Robert Daurio Laura Pregenzer Joseph Kukis Allen Yu mencement exercises planned for Victoria Brynildsen Jacob Mirsky ter she took the Latin I exam, one of Sunday, June 3. Condi Thiam Awarded Dana Desimone Gregory Ralph Catherine Kuza Eric Zimak six different examinations offered. Hannah A. Burke Celine Mogielnicki Amy Beth Early Kevin M. Riley Thomas Byrne, 3rd Richard Moran Nationally, 112,000 students from Washington & Lee Univ. Achievement Scholarship Gregory R. Elliott Christine Romano Sean Callahan David A. Muroff County Vo-Tech Pupil all 50 states and eight foreign coun- WESTFIELD – Westfield resident Alex Emmet Jennifer Rosenthal tries took the National Latin Exam. Places Andrew C. Stein Matthew Calvaruso Pamela Musat Kiera Evans Sarah E. Round Nanci Shepluck Honored Bradford Cantor Amanda Nehring Condi Thiam, a senior at The Pingry On Winter Dean’s List School, has been selected as a win- Heather B. Fishberg Elisabeth P. Salemme SCOTCH PLAINS – Union Peter Jeydel Inducted Sarah M. Caprario Katherine J. Nicol County Vocational-Technical WESTFIELD – Andrew Corey ner of the corporate-sponsored Amy L. Frank David J. Santoriello Lydia S. Carson Jeffrey Nusse Christopher Freisen Scott Satkin Schools announced that Scotch Into Cum Laude Society Stein, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Rich- Michael Checchio Polina Opelbaum Achievement Scholarship award by Eric Gale Elizabeth Schaffer Plains resident Nanci Shepluck was WESTFIELD – The Pingry School ard Stein of Westfield, has earned Youri Choi Vladimir Oukhmylenko the National Achievement Scholar- in Martinsville has noted that Dean’s List status for the Winter Jonathon Gerson Daniel B. Seeger recognized by the district’s board DorothyChou Carolyn Pecoraro ship Program, a privately financed Katherine A. Gilrain Bree Sherry Westfield resident and junior Peter Term at Washington & Lee Univer- Brian Ciacciarelli Laura Pietruszki of education in March for outstand- academic competition for Black Christopher Gismondi Edward Singh Baba Jeydel was recently inducted into sity in Lexington, Va. Jessica Conner Brian J. Pirot American high school students. The ing achievements in a field of study. the school’s chapter of The Cum Andrew is a junior at Washington Bethany Goldman Lauren E. Solon Nanci was recognized in the Stu- Stefanie Courtney Gregory J. Psomas award is sponsored by the Warner- Elyse F. Goldweitz Jessica Ann Speir Laude Society. & Lee. Mikaela Cruz Eadaoin Quinn dents of the Month category. She Lambert Company. Adam Gormley Gregory Stewart Annika Danielsson Erica S. Raiff Condi is the son of Abdoulaye Alvaro Guerra Rebecca M. Swenson was presented with a special cer- Samantha B. Davis Alex Regenstreich Megan Hein Alicia Thomas tificate in recognition of her work Christopher De Freitas Margaret Reynolds Thiam and Jacqueline E. Brevard, Calina Henry Anthony Tomasso in the school’s Cosmetology Pro- Joshua Dennerlein David B. Riggs both of Westfield. Daniel L. Hertz Rosemary Topar gram, directed by Frank Furino. Alexandra Devlin Aurora Rivendale Jonathan Dickstein Andrew Royston Please send Education News to: Reine Duffy Meredith Rucinsky [email protected]

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By DAVID B. CORBIN girls were just behind the Blue Dev- best 5:16.3. Next, she breezed to a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ils and the Raiders with 38. first in the 3,200 with a time of Briefly, the Westfield High School Blue Devil senior Alexis Anzelone, 11:35.9 followed by teammate and Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Raider senior Erin Kelly and High- Rachel Ackerman at 12:07.4. Blue School girls – each with 41 points – lander junior Dana McCurdy each Devil junior Jackie Cusimano crossed believed that they had become co- came home with two first places. fifth in the event with a time of champions at the Union County girls Anzelone, who plans to attend 12:24.8. track and field championship held at University of Massachusetts in Unlike the two easy first places Williams Field in Elizabeth on May Amherst, was the first of the three- she grabbed just five days before at 16. However, due to a point-totaling some to capture a first and did it in the Watchung Conference champi- David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times mistake the real winner was Linden style in the 1,600 meters as she onships, Anzelone did get a push for PERSONAL BEST...Blue Devil senior A GREAT WAY TO GO OUT...Raider senior Erin Kelly passes High- with 49.5. The Governor Livingston crossed the finish line in a personal- three laps in the 1,600 from Mallory Alexis Anzelone set a personal-best time lander sophomore Megs DiDario and crosses first to become the Union Harlin of Cranford, who finished of 5:16.3 in the 1,600 meters. County 800 meter champion. second at 5:24.2. Anzelone finished MILLER FLICKS IN 6, LANG GETS 5 the second lap in 2:37 just ahead of Harlin, then was just two seconds WILLIAMS TIES MEET RECORD, DEVIL 4’SOME WIN 4X400 (3:58) ahead of Harlin at the end of Lady Devils Humble the third. However, she picked up her pace and won handily. “That was my best time by two Raiders Capture 5th-Straight seconds,” Anzelone pointed out. “She Princeton Laxers, 15-7 really pushed me. As I hit that third lap, I had to make up my mind By STEVEN KRAKAUER Senior Julie Cleaves put the ball in whether I was going to win or not. I Union County Track Crown Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the net first for Westfield. In less than knew that my regular race pace wasn’t The Westfield High School girls a minute she was matched by going to cut it. I could hear her right By DAVID B. CORBIN mine his own pace. the announcement, he exclaimed joy- lacrosse team continued their win- Princeton’s Casey LaMarche, who behind me. So, I knew I either had to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Just seconds before finding out he ning ways by trouncing Princeton fully, “Hey! I just tied the meet rippled the opposite net. Later, with ‘fight or flight’, in the words of Jack Strong performances across the had tied the meet record, Williams record!” Tigers, 15-7. The game, which was Finnel sprinting half the field, the Martin – WHS track coach. So, I just board awarded the Scotch Plains- explained his situation, “I had to go Williams’ dilemma, however, was played at Tamaques Park on May 18, Tigers were able to jump to a 2-1 opened up my stride.” Fanwood High School boys their out as fast as I could and just attack featured two strong attackers up competing in the long jump finals lead. Raider Kelly was impressive when fifth-straight Union County Track the turns. Most likely, if I had been just after completing the 400 meters. against one another in Blue Devil The remainder of the half belonged she came from behind to beat out and Field championship – the sev- pushed, I might have come in at 47 or Brittney Miller and Louise Finnel of He qualified for the finals with a leap to the Blue Devils. Junior Morgan Highlander sophomore Megs enth in eight years – at Williams better.” of 21’1.5” but found his legs just Princeton. Lang scored three times within the DiDario by one second to win the Field in Elizabeth on May 18. The A few seconds later, after hearing CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Although both girls performed with next 10 minutes, while senior co- 800 meters in a personal-best 2:20.1 Raiders, who totaled 78 points, flying colors, Miller and the Blue captain Jen Korecky was also able to – her previous best was 2:21.3 at Egg claimed five first places – three Devils set the pace. Miller finished tally a goal. By the end of the half, Harbor (Group 3 Championships). track events ranging from the 200 the game with six goals and an assist, Westfield had scored all 15 of its DiDario set the pace and Kelly found meters to the 3,200 meters and while Finnel finished with four goals. points to Princeton’s four. herself in fourth at the end of the first two field events. Runner-up The game started quickly, as Much thanks was due to the set-up lap, significantly behind DiDario. Plainfield had 65 points, Gover- Westfield and Princeton answered play of Westfield junior Ali Pino and “Mr. Klimas – Raider Head Coach nor Livingston placed fifth at 43 each other with successive goals. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 and Westfield was 10th at 18. Raider junior Ray Williams tied a CHURCH TIES IT UP, WILLIS KNOCKS IN WINNER meet record in the 400 meters with a time of :47.7 – the state’s fastest time this season – and crossed first in the 200 meters with a time of :21.9. Raiders Grab Dramatic, 5-3, Preceded by teammates Derrion Ab- erdeen, Mike Franzone and Mike Dixon, Williams ran a :47.2 anchor leg in the 4x400, earning the Raiders second place – 3:25.5 – behind the UC Semi Win Over Cougars strong Westfield foursome of Deano Reavis, Laquan McCoy, Rich Miller and Adam Walker, who captured first By DAVID B. CORBIN tain Katie Church scored the tying nerve-racking in the beginning. The Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times run and freshman Shanayia Willis Cougars tested that nerve in the top with a near personal-best time of Two outs, no one on in the bottom later followed with a two-run single. of the first as Ashley Lebria, who 3:23.6. of the sixth and losing, 3-2! But the “It’s about the fourth time this finished with three hits, singled and Williams was virtually running alone in the 400, beating his nearest David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times top-seeded Scotch Plains-Fanwood season she had come through in a Christine Pemoulie followed with a IN A CLASS BY HIMSELF...Raider junior Ray Williams tied a Union County High School softball team put it all clutch situation,” said Raider Head single, then stole second, putting competitor by three seconds. With meet record in the 400 meters with a time of :47.7 which also happens to be the together with a three-run rally and Coach Frank Butz of Willis. runners in scoring position with two no one pushing him, he had to deter- fastest time in the state. went on to defeat Cranford, 5-3, in The Cranford Cougars have had outs. Raider pitcher Alicia Piniat the semifinals of the Union County plenty of semifinal experience but fanned the next batter, temporarily tournament at Memorial Field in the Raiders were finding their first cooling the nerves. Linden on May 18. Senior Tri-Cap- visit to the semis since 1977 a little Raider sophomore Caitlin McNelis bashed a one-out triple in the bottom WESTFIELD SOCCER of the first but was left stranded. Then in the third, the Cougars frayed W.S.A. YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION the Raiders’ nerves and scored all PO Box 582 • Westfield, NJ 07091 three of their runs. Jackie Cuozzo singled and Lauren O’Donnell’s bunt was successful. Lebria looped an RBI single over short and Pemoulie slashed a two-run single to center. McNelis got the Raiders rolling in the fourth by bouncing a leadoff The WSA will hold tryouts for its Fall 2001 and Spring 2002 travel double down the third baseline. Piniat yanked an RBI single to left and teams in accordance with the following guidelines and schedule: darted around second to third when the ball eluded the left fielder. Megan Our plan is to field 2 teams in each gender/age group from U11 to U14. The U9 & U10 age Miller’s ground out brought cour- groups will each have 3 teams if enough players try out. tesy runner Laura Manzi home, nar- rowing the score to 3-2. Miller, playing first, made a key diving catch in the fifth and the Raid- ! "#$ ers did some testing of their own in the bottom of the inning. Willis David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times walked and Kellie LaForge beat out Div Date of Birth Grade Fall ’01 First Tryout Date Second Tryout Date SAFE WITH A TRIPLE...Raider sophomore Caitlin McNelis thumped a triple an infield dribbler but Cougar short- to left in the first inning. McNelis also drilled a double and scored in the fourth. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 U9 8/1/92-7/31/93 3rd Tuesday, May 29 Monday, June 4 U10 8/1/91-7/31/92 4th Tuesday, June 5 Thursday, June 14 SCHILLER’S HR. IN 5TH, BUNT IN 6TH ROUSES RAIDERS U11 8/1/90-7/31/91 5th Thursday, June 7 Wednesday, June 13 U12 8/1/89-7/31/90 6th Friday, June 1 Monday, June 11 U13 8/1/88-7/31/89 7th Wednesday, June 6 Friday, June 15 Raiders’ Comeback Startles U14 8/1/87-7/31/88 8th Friday, June 8 Tuesday, June 12

AGE REQUIREMENTS Cougar Baseball Boys, 6-4 Players may try out for EITHER (but not both) the Division they fall into based on (1) Date of Birth (age appropriate) OR By DAVID B. CORBIN runners get good jumps on him,” when we made a few mistakes in the (2) School grade they are entering in Fall 2001 (grade appropriate) Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times explained Raider Head Coach Brian field. That’s where they scored three If you choose grade appropriate, you must still be born after the 1st Date of Birth listed for Team determination and spirit took Homm. “It’s not easy for him to keep runs. But he (Senatore) got stronger th hold and the Scotch Plains-Fanwood runners on first. That’s something as the game went on. His curve ball that Division. For example, if player is born on 8/15/92 and entering 4 grade, he or she may High School baseball team scored we’ve got to keep working on.” was working really well. He did a try out for U9 (age appropriate) or U10 (grade appropriate) Division. three runs in the fifth inning and Further explaining, Homm said, heck of a job!” another three in the sixth to startle “The only problems we had were CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 FREQUENCY OF TRYOUTS Cranford, 6-4, on May 17 in Cranford. Tryouts are conducted once per year with team assignments for play during the following Fall The catalyst in the Raiders’ positive reaction was junior Brian Schiller, and Spring seasons. Players selected for teams are expected to play both seasons. who started it all with a solo home run in the fifth and kept the enthusi- TRYOUT APPAREL asm bubbling with a key bunt in the No part of a WSA travel uniform may be worn to a tryout. Players wearing such will not be sixth. allowed to tryout. Shin guards must be worn and cleats are highly recommended. Raider sophomore pitcher Dave Senatore, who pitched a complete game, also really came to life in the EXCUSED ABSENCES final four innings, recording eight of Players must attend both tryouts. If a player is unable to attend a scheduled tryout, he or she his 10 strikeouts during that time. must contact the appropriate VP of Travel prior to the tryout in order to be considered for a Senatore fanned three of four Cou- travel team position. Please contact David Reich (Girls Travel) or Sarino Tropeano (Boys gars in the fifth and fanned three of Travel) at [email protected]. If you do not have access to e-mail, please contact us at five in the final inning. 233-4482, Box 2 for Girls Travel and Box 3 for Boys Travel. However, Senatore’s road was a bit rocky in the first three innings. Cougar Andy Bausch thumped a lead- RAINOUTS off triple in the first and scored on Any information about cancellations, alternate field locations or time changes will be posted Dave Drechsel’s sacrifice fly to cen- on both our website: ter. In the third, a series of errors and http://community.nj.com/soccer/wsa Senatore’s difficulty holding base runners – four stolen bases, a balk and the WSA Message Center which can be accessed by dialing 233-4482 and selecting Box 1 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times (Cancellations). Rain make-ups will be held June 16th (all day), 17th (after 12pm) and if and a passed ball – resulted in three COMPLETING THE HOME RUN...Junior Brian Schiller slides safely home more runs and a 4-0 Cougar lead. to complete his solo home run which began a Raider comeback in the fifth necessary, the week of June 18th. “He has a high-leg kick, so the inning against Cranford. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, May 24, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Raiders Capture 5th-Straight Union County Track Crown CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 were not responding well enough to the pole vault, both clearing 12 feet increase it in the finals and had to and teammate Jerry Fang grabbed settle for sixth. sixth at 10’0. “Fatigue was just bothering me. Raider Andrew Elko took fifth in My legs felt extra heavy, like I had the 1,600 at 4:35.8 and teammate 25-pound weights on them,” said Walter Biner crossed fifth in the 3,200 Williams. at 10:17.5 followed by Blue Devil Optimistically, Williams added, senior Matt Borchin at 10:21.7. Blue “My coaches know the situations Devil Tri-Captain Ryan Burke placed that will happen in the meets. And sixth in both the 110 hurdles and 400 they will prepare me.” hurdles with respective times of :16.1 Aberdeen cleared 21’11.5 to take and :59.8. first in the long jump. Previously TEAM SCORES: Aberdeen cleared 6’2” to tie for sec- 1. Scotch Plains-Fanwood 78, 2. ond in the high jump. Although pick- Plainfield 65, 3. Elizabeth 58, 4. ing up an individual first and a sec- Cranford 57, 5. Governor Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times ond, and a second in the 4x400, Livingston 43, 6. Linden 41, 7. UCT WINNING PITCHER...Highlander Lindsey Sheppard allowed just four Aberdeen was not satisfied. Union 40, 8. Roselle 20, 9. Roselle hits en route to a 3-0 shutout of the Raiders in the Union County championship David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times “I didn’t have a good day at the Catholic 19, 10. Westfield 18 game. BIG IMPRESSION...Blue Devil Rich FIRST PLACE...Highlander Marty high jump and I wasn’t hitting my Miller soars to third place in the long Moroney whips the javelin 161’10” to mark on the long jump,” commented SHEPPARD TOSSES SHUTOUT; HAUSER, MOORE RBI jump with a personal-best 21’8”. take first in the event. a semi-dejected Aberdeen. “I have to talk to the coach and see what I have to do.” Raiders Grab Dramatic, 5-3, Soaring to the scene in the long Highlanders Shutout Raiders, jump was Blue Devil Miller, who glided to a personal-best 21’5” to UC Semi Win Over Cougars qualify for the finals, then alit 21’8.75” in the finals to place third. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 “Coming in, I felt a lot more loose Win UCT Softball Crown, 3-0 stop Jeanmarie Unish robbed joy erupted when she whacked her than usual,” explained Miller. “Usu- McNelis of, at least, an RBI single by two-run single to center. ally, when I get loose, I can run a lot By FRED LECOMTE Blom each singled. Unfortunately The Highlanders upped their lead performing a spectacular, chest-div- “We have waited so long for this better. I felt my stride was right on.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times for the Raiders, a fantastic throw to 3-0 in the fifth when catcher, Jenny ing catch in shallow left. moment. We could not let it go. I had Adding to the Raiders’ glory was Strong pitching from junior Lindsey from first baseman, Kathleen Calabrese launched a triple down the Another test followed in the sixth to score,” explained Church. “We junior Bob Wallden, who came Sheppard, who scattered four hits, Dreitlein to Beasley at third, resulted left-field line and Moore lofted an when Cougar Jessica Falasca poked had to win!” through with a first in the 3,200 fanned three and walked none, led the in a putout of Church. RBI sacrifice fly. a leadoff single and Unish followed Piniat declawed three-straight meters with a time of 9:53.2, and second-seeded Governor Livingston “I started off the game a little “Everyone’s heart was in the game with a dinker to left. The Raiders Cougars in the seventh. sophomore Chris Feighner, who High School softball team to a 3-0 rough, maybe it was the excitement, from beginning to the end,” com- passed the test when catcher Church “It was a tremendous win. These plunged his metal orb a personal- shutout of top-seeded Scotch Plains- but then I settled down focusing on mented Raider pitcher Piniat after nailed Falasca attempting to steal kids deserve it. They worked so hard best 52’8” away from the circle to Fanwood in the finals of the Union the ball,” said Beasley, “I knew the the game. “It was unfortunate that third and Piniat retired the next two to get here,” said Butz. “To come take top honors in the shot put. Se- County tournament at Memorial Field girl was coming, but didn’t pay at- the good hits we did have, went batters. through and come back like that, it nior Mike Dixon also came through in Linden on May 20 before an exu- tention to her, as I was just looking directly to them. So there were no After the first two Raiders flied out, was a super, super win. It’s about with a second in the 800 meters with berant crowd of 500 plus. Raider for the ball to come in, while making breaks for us.” a determined Church stepped to the time things went our way. We had a a time of 1:58.9. pitcher Alicia Piniat allowed seven sure I hung on to it.” Tremendous defensively and of- plate in the sixth and looped a single tough week with Westfield, GL (Gov- GL Highlanders Marty Moroney, hits, struck out six and walked one. fensively, sophomore shortstop over short which seemed to arouse her ernor Livingston).” Colin Price and Brian Bergeski took Winner of 17-straight games, Peggy Lallis has been the cog in the team. Katie Blom burned a single past Butz concluded, “Finally, we beat one-two-three, respectively, in the Sheppard said, “These past several Devil Laxers Top wheel, the executioner for the High- the second baseman and Lindsay Cranford in a crucial game. Last javelin with throws of 161’10”, games have been big for us, particu- landers. Pennella ripped a single to center. year, we lost in 11 (innings) and the 156’9” and 155’10”. In earlier meets, larly Scotch Plains, as they were Princeton, 15-7 Asked about her consistency, Lallis Church, nearing third, had no inten- year before, we lost to them in the Moroney had exceeded 170 feet but seeded ahead of us. We just wanted said, “I just try to remain calm out tion of stopping and dashed home for counties.” he was happy about his team’s out- to prove that we can beat them. Our CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 there and be ready, awaiting every come. team has really been coming around pitch to come to me, just routine, the tie. Willis added to the tension by Cranford 030 000 0 3 sophomore Staci Spass. Pino re- tapping a series of foul balls. Then the Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 000 203 x 5 “I knew we would all probably well. We’re making the big plays, catching the ball, bringing it in and place but I didn’t expect us to take getting key hits and everyone is recorded two assists and Spass had firing it to first.” one-two-three,” said Moroney. “I was ally doing a great job working to- three. Pino also scored two goals and Lallis added, “Right now, I can’t a little disappointed with myself, but gether.” Spass accounted for one. even describe my feelings. I’m so we still won.” Last year, Sheppard pitched the Defensively, both teams proved happy! This was our goal. We wanted “I have thrown a little better but Highlanders to the junior varsity fairly capable. For Westfield, sharp to win the counties, and we just I’m happy with my throw,” said Price. county title. “I just worked on my defense in the backfield came from pulled together as a team throughout “My goal now is to go over 160, game during the summer and this juniors Lisa Paul, Elisabeth Perrella, this tournament, playing our hearts 165.” season tried to do whatever I could, Kristen Mann, and Christina Popola. out and having fun. So, I’m really Although sharing the same jav- to do my best. Being successful makes Also, senior Sara Beth Euwer pa- excited and happy for our team.” elin, each used a different approach it fun, but even if we weren’t as trolled Westfield’s net in the first half Commenting on the Highlander style. Of all the competitors, Moroney successful, just having a great team and was responsible for the deflec- road toward the championship, as- had the longest approach and Price behind me, everybody together tion of three shots. In the second half, sistant coach Rick Iaconno said, “It’s had the shortest while Bergeski would makes it fun.” sophomore Julie Vanarelli replaced been fun, because we’re 22-2, and approach slowly from midrange. Piniat fanned two Highlanders in Euwer, and saved four goals while start five and six sophomores. Our However, in either event, they all the top of the first, then the Raiders only allowing three. defense is fielding kids who are play- seem take it seriously. threatened the bottom of the inning Strong goal-keeping in the second ing varsity for the first time. We had “I have used the same style since but could not capitalize on singles by half by Christina Toma kept the Ti- very tough shoes to fill at second my freshman year, same sweatshirt, Caitlin McNelis and Piniat. gers in the game. Toma recorded base, and this kid, Kristen Hauser same everything,” chuckled G.L’s Kerri Moore collected a lead- eight saves in the half while shutting has done a great job. We also filled Moroney. off single in the second and Kristen out the Blue Devils. the job at third. Lauren Beasley has “In practice, we push each other,” Hauser ripped an RBI triple deep to Precision play-making led to a played and hit well for us. Sheppard, commented Bergeski, who will at- left. Then, in the third, the Highland- variety of Blue Devil goals. “We has been a pleasant addition. She’s tend Towson University in Mary- ers made it 2-0 when DH Suzanne played a very good game. We were been extremely consistent. Remem- land. “Every throw is a real throw. Hopkins singled and Meghan Butler able to connect in the midfield,” said ber! Following the footsteps of the We don’t fool around. There’s no laid down an excellent bunt, advanc- Pino. outstanding Gina Turturiello for three David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times joking.” ing Hopkins, who then scored after Westfield improved to 8-7, while years, she’s done an outstanding job. SCORING THE SECOND RAIDER RUN...Raider Laura Manzi slides safely Highlanders Andrew Whitney and an attempted double play turned sour. Princeton fell to 1-11. home in the fourth inning as Cougar catcher Lauren O’Donnell grabs the ball. No matter what happened tonight, Dan DeOliviera shared the title in The Raiders threatened again in “We’re working more as a team as you have to feel comfortable with the fourth with two out, when catcher the season progresses. We’ve slowly PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE what has happened on this team, a PUBLIC NOTICE Katie Church and shortstop Katie begun to work together as we get team that has a good and bright fu- UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD ready for states,” said Pino. ture.” OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD Princeton 4 3 7 Gov. Livingston 011 010 0 3 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS PUBLIC NOTICE Westfield 15 0 15 Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 000 000 0 0 SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Public Notice is hereby given that the PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- DOCKET NO. F-2156-00 SHERIFF’S SALE petitive bidding as a professional service or petitive bidding as a professional service or ers has awarded a contract without com- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS BENEFICIAL NEW JERSEY, INC., SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- petitive bidding as a professional service or ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT D/B/A BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO., CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- PLAINTIFF vs. PETER SCATURO, JR NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the DOCKET NO. F-15542-98 tract and the resolution authorizing it is tract and the resolution authorizing it is ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- AND SHARON SCATURO, HIS WIFE, meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment IRWIN MORTGAGE CORPORATION, available for public inspection in the Office available for public inspection in the Office tract and the resolution authorizing it is of the Township of Scotch Plains held on ET ALS., DEFENDANT. PLAINTIFF vs. JOHN R. CHAMBERS, ET of the Clerk of the Board. of the Clerk of the Board. available for public inspection in the Office CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, May 3, 2001, the following decision of the AL, DEFENDANT. RESOLUTION NO.: 518-2001 RESOLUTION NO.: 525A-2001 of the Clerk of the Board. DATED MARCH 07, 2001 FOR SALE OF Board was memorialized: CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, AWARDED TO: Richard Boris Manage- (Amending Resolution No. 209-01) RESOLUTION NO.: 524-2001 Granted a rear-yard setback Variance with MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED MAY 15, 2000 FOR SALE OF ment Developers, 264 Prospect Street, AWARDED TO: Ruderman and (Amending Resolution No. 1316-2000) By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- conditions to Jonathan Shopiro to allow MORTGAGED PREMISES. Westfield, New Jersey Glickman, 675 Morris Avenue, Suite 100, AWARDED TO: William L. Brennan, Esq., tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by the addition of a deck and hot tub at the By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- SERVICES: For completion of two focus Springfield, New Jersey 740 Broad Street, Shrewsbury, New Jersey property located at 540 Forest Road (Block public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by groups to be included in a two year plan due SERVICES: Increasing the appropriation SERVICES: For the legal representation tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown No. 1401, Lot No. 39), Scotch Plains. public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- to the State of New Jersey no later than to provide legal services in the matter en- in the matter of D’Alessio v. County of Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Linda M. Lies tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown June 1, 2001. These groups will become titled Burkert v. UC and Brenda Jones, Union et al. Secretary to the WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF JUNE Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on part of Phase III of the Service Gaps As- representing Brenda Jones. COST: In an additional amount not to A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of Zoning Board of Adjustment WEDNESDAY THE 6TH DAY OF JUNE sessment Project. COST: Not to exceed $15,000 for a new exceed $15,000 for a total contract amount said day. All successful bidders must have Township of Scotch Plains A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of COST: $7,800 total contract not to exceed $35,000 not to exceed $25,000 1 T – 5/24/01, The Times Fee: $16.32 20% of their bid available in cash or certified said day. All successful bidders must have M. Elizabeth Genievich M. Elizabeth Genievich M. Elizabeth Genievich check at the conclusion of the sales. 20% of their bid available in cash or certified Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED check at the conclusion of the sales. 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $23.97 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $23.97 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $22.95 PUBLIC NOTICE NINETY EIGHT THOUSAND SEVEN & The judgment amount is EIGHTY FOUR 51/100 ($198,007.51). SHERIFF’S SALE THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED FORTY PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE All that certain Lot, piece or parcel of SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, EIGHT & 59/100 ($84,548.59). land, with the buildings and improve- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, ments thereon erected, situate, lying DOCKET NO. F-10333-99 with the buildings and improvements NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY and being in the City of Elizabeth, County GREENPOINT MORTGAGE CORPORA- thereon erected, situate, lying and being in of Union State of New Jersey: TION, PLAINTIFF vs. ANA LUCIA RAMIREZ the City of Elizabeth County of Union State BEGINNING in the southerly line of A/K/A ANNA, ET AL., DEFENDANT. of New Jersey: FOR NONPAYMENT OF TAXES, ASSESSMENTS Loomis Street 209.74 feet easterly from the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, BEGINNING at a point in the southeasterly intersection of the same with the easterly DATED OCTOBER 03, 2000 FOR SALE line of Walnut Street, said point being distant line of Fourth Avenue, as shown on map of OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. 229.00 feet northeasterly along same from AND/OR OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS LaFortuna Park, property of Frederick H. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- lands formerly of the Estate of John O. Stearns, Public notice is hereby given that I, Colleen M. Huehn, Collector of Taxes of the Borough of Fanwood, County of Union will sell at public Tiplin, and running tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by said point also being northeasterly along said auction on thence (1) in an easterly direction along public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- line of Walnut Street 118.27 feet from the THURSDAY, JUNE 14TH, 2001 Loomis Street, 25 feet to the westerly line of tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown northeasterly line of Anna Street; thence In the Mayor and Council Chambers at the Borough Municipal Building, 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey at 9:00 o’clock Lot No. 23 on said map; Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on (1) Along said southeasterly line of Wal- in the morning or at such later time and place to which said sale may then be adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land assessed thence (2) in a southerly direction 112.50 WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DAY OF JUNE nut Street, North 36 degrees 48 minutes to the respective persons whose names are set opposite each respective parcel as the owner thereof for the total amount of municipal feet, more or less, to the rear line of Lot No. A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of East, 25.00 feet to a point; thence liens chargeable against said lands respectively, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. As computed to the 14th day of June, 2001. 26 on the aforesaid map; said day. All successful bidders must have (2) South 53 degrees 19 minutes East, Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of municipal liens chargeable against each parcel thence (3) along the same in a westerly 20% of their bid available in cash or certified 81.00 feet to a point; thence of said land assessed as one parcel, together with interest and costs to the date of the sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest rate of direction 25 feet to the easterly line of Lot check at the conclusion of the sales. (3) South 55 degrees 12 minutes East, interest bid, not to exceed 18%. Payment for said parcels shall be made prior to the conclusion of the sale in the form of cash, certified No. 27 on said map; The judgment amount is SIXTY FIVE 30.40 feet to a point; thence check or money order or other method previously approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. Properties for which there thence (4) along the same in a northerly THOUSAND SEVENTY SIX & 56/100 (4) South 28 degrees 03 minutes West, are no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the Borough of Fanwood at an interest rate of 18%. direction 112.50 feet, more or less, to the ($65,076.56). 26.27 feet to a point; thence At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property with interest and costs. Payments must be in the said southerly line of Loomis Street and the DOCKET NO: F-10333-99 (5) North 53 degrees 19 minutes West, form of cash, certified check or money order. place of BEGINNING. MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth 115.30 feet to the point and place of Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution BEING known and designated as Lot No. COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JERSEY BEGINNING. Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10A-1 et seq.) and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.). In addition, the municipality is 25 in Block “E” as shown on Map of STREET & STREET NO.: 161 Fulton Street The above description is drawn in accor- precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner or LaFortuna Park, field on January 18, 1909 TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: dance with a survey made by Harry L. Paff operator of the site. as Map No. 33-B. BLOCK NO.: 2 LOT NO.: 505 Associates, Inc. dated December 31, 1997. The lands to be sold are described in accordance with the last tax duplicate as follows: Township/City: Elizabeth DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 FEET X 68 FEET Commonly known as 449 Walnut Street, Lot No.: 25 Block No.: E NEAREST CROSS STREET: 25 feet Elizabeth, New Jersey. BLOCK LOT ASSESSED TO LOCATION TOTAL DUE Street Address: 322 Loomis Street from Second Street There is due approximately the sum of 006 004 McMoran, I & J & Ayala, J. 25 Madison Avenue $2,968.78 There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED SIX THOUSAND FIVE- 010 22.01 Barnes, William J. 177 North Martine Avenue $967.04 TWO-HUNDRED EIGHT THOUSAND SEVENTY SIX THOUSAND ONE-HUN- HUNDRED THIRTY EIGHT & 81/100 020 009 Carson, William J. Jr. 47 St. John Place $74.90 TWENTY EIGHT & 46/100 ($208,028.46) DRED TWENTY SIX & 94/100 ($76,126.94) ($106,538.81) together with lawful interest 026 055 Culver, Bryson & Gealine 205 Terrill Road $3,279.64 041 004 Zinman, David 162 Pleasant Avenue $1,968.78 together with lawful interest and costs. together with lawful interest and costs. and costs. 046 010 Sheppard, Carol L. 225 Tillotson Road $6,605.53 There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in 048 006 Reese, Robert Jr. & Amy E. 24 Stewart Place $3,229.93 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. 077 020 Mueller, Jeffrey & Suzanne 468 LaGrande Avenue $4,633.91 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn 096 022 Kenyon, Richard C. & Janice M. 22 Chetwood Terrace $4,060.37 this sale. this sale. this sale. 102 033 Gardner, Carole & Gladys 17 Pandick Court $9,426.25 RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH 110 008 Leahey, Matthew Jr. & Patricia 217 Belvidere Avenue $23.75 SHERIFF SHERIFF SHERIFF 112 022 Palmer, Walter & Rebecca 133 South Martine Avenue $1,810.99 MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, WILLIAM M.E. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 24, 2001 Page 13 Lady Devils, Raiders Finish Second at UC Track Meet CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 – told me that at the end of the first ticed she was just a half a step a head lap to wake up because that is when of McCurdy after the final hurdle. everyone tends to slow down. I no- From there, McCurdy turned on the ticed that people were slowing down burners. at the 500 mark, so, I passed Rebecca “She hit the last hurdle and I said (Babicz of Union Catholic) and to myself, ‘I have to go now’,” said thought that Megs was going to be McCurdy. “I heard the hurdle knock- really tough to catch. She didn’t hear ing and it didn’t slow her down. So, anyone behind her. Then around 150 I had to push it.” left, I came up on her and gave it all McCurdy did take first in the 400 I got.” intermediate hurdles with a time of “I did not hear her coming from 1:06.4 and Maya Monroe cleared behind,” said DiDario, who tied her 5’2” to seize first in the high jump. best time. “Most of the race, every- Blue Devil Sara Burke ran neck- one kept screaming, ‘you’re in the and-neck with Elizabeth’s April Wil- lead! You got a great lead!’, So, when liams in the 100 meters but was she passed me in the end, I was nosed out, finishing in :12.9. Burke surprised.” also glided 15’4” to place fifth in the “It’s a great way to go out as a long jump. Williams soared an amaz- senior,” said coach Klimas of Kelly. ing 18’0.25” to win the event. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times “She has been our go-to person for “It’s in my regular range,” said DISAPPEARING INTO THE SAND...Raider Jayme Ferrara nearly disap- four years. One of the things we Burke of her time in the 100. “My best pears into the sand during her first attempt in the long jump event at the Union talked about was staying under con- is :12.6. This track seems to be slow County girls track and field championship held at Williams Field in Elizabeth on May 16. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times trol in the first 400 and let the other for me. Last year I did around :13.2.” ALMOST LIKE QUICKSAND...Blue junior Devil Sara Burke sinks into the sand during one of her attempts in the long jump event at the Union County girls track and field championship at Williams Field in Elizabeth on May 16. Raiders’ Comeback Startles Area High School Devil Laxers Sink Cougar Baseball Boys, 6-4 BridgeH2O, 11-7 Boys Tennis: CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 The 10-7 Westfield High School MAY 16: boys lacrosse team rolled on with an With the game seemingly under second, Baumwoll ripped a two-run NJ SEC. 2, GROUP 3 11-7 victory over 10-7 Bridgewater- Cougar domination, Schiller battered single to right-center off Cougar Scotch Plains-Fanwood 3, Mount Raritan in Westfield on May 19. Se- his solo blast to remote left field. Jeff reliever and ace Tom Polito, giving Olive 2 nior Chris Dodge led the Blue Devil Hensal hissed a single past short and the Raiders the lead. After Maroney 1st singles: Mike Morano (MO) attack with four goals and Mike Dave Baumwoll wiggled a squibbler as hit-by-a-pitch, Anthony Blasi d. Gennady Bekkelman, 6-3, 6-1 Debrossy netted three goals and an toward the mound. The confused added insurance with an RBI single 2nd singles: John Corbin (SPF) assist. pitcher, Derrek Zulick, threw wild to to center. d. Kevin Sheurs, 6-1, 6-1 Off to their normal slow start, the first and Hensal and Baumwoll scam- “We wanted him to execute the 3rd singles: Mike Thompson pered to third and second, respec- bunt, so we could tie the game. And, (SPF) d. Bart Ringwelski, 6-3, 6-2 Blue Devils scored seven goals in the second half and shutout the Pan- tively. Next, Zulick balked and that’s what he did,” said Homm of 1st doubles: Joe Wilkinson and Hensal was allowed to score. Then Josh Sanders (SPF) d. Arun Rajaram thers, 3-0, in the final quarter. Goalie Schiller’s bunt. “Polito is their num- and Jeff Mahmood, 6-3, 6-3 Dan Morrissey had 17 saves. Billy Brian Maroney narrowed the score ber one pitcher. They brought him in 2nd doubles: Nitish Gangoli and Schultz had a goal and two assists to 4-3 with a RBI single to center. to close the game and we hit their In the sixth, Josh Finkelstein Al Helemski (MO) d. Rob Bugg and and Tim Mansfield had a goal and an David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times number one. I was very proud of Terry Levine, 7-5, 6-1 assist while Dan Kane and Brian WINNER OF THE HIGH JUMP...Highlander Maya Monroe won the high singled over second and Marcus these kids.” Dockery walked. With no one out, MAY 17: Bottini each scored a goal. jump at the Union County championships with a height of 5’2”. The win improved the Raiders Schiller stepped to the plate and laid NJ SEC. 2, GROUP 3 to 9-10 while Cranford lowered to Bridgewater 2 1 4 0 7 down a perfect bunt, advancing both SEMIFINALS Westfield 2 2 4 3 11 girls go. I thought they ran it a little TRACK RESULTS: 16-8. runners. With pinch runner Kyle Millburn 5, Scotch Plains-Fanwood 0 too fast. And Erin responded well (1st Place and Local) Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 000 033 0 6 1st singles: Reed Hagmann d. and was patient. It was a very strate- 100-meters: 1. Williams (E) 12.9, Adams on third and Dockery on Cranford 103 000 0 4 Gennady Bekkelman, 6-0, 6-0 Local High School gic race.” 2. Burke (W) 12.9 2nd singles: Jon Magnes d. John 200-meters: 1. Carla Wynter Kelly also teamed with Rachael (Roselle) 26.2, 4. Jayme Ferraro Corbin, 6-0, 6-2 Golf Results: Jones, Jill Koscielecki and Jayme 3rd singles: Jeff Schnell d. Mike (SPF) 26.7 MAY 17: Ferraro to place first in the 4x400 400-meters: 1. Nina Njoku (P) Thompson, 6-0, 6-1 relay with a time of 4:05.5. 1st doubles: Andrew Mackessy Westfield 167, Newark East Side 59.6, 6. Jones (SPF) 1:01.5 and Andrew Draznin d. Joe Wilkinson 228 Midway through the meet a realis- 800-meters: 1. Kelly (SPF) 2:20.1, and Rob Bugg, 6-0, 6-2 Blue Devil Brent Bramnick led the tic Highlander Head Coach Bill 2. DiDario (GL) 2:21.1, 4. Rebecca 2nd doubles: Brad Rice and field with a two-over par 37 at Gorski assessed his team’s chances. Babicz (UC) 2:25.8 Shaun Kessler d. Harry Yang and Weequahic followed by Kevin Doyle “I expected us to win the high jump, 1,600-meters: 1. Anzelone (W) Simon Poplyanski, 6-1, 6-2 I’m looking for a win in the 400 5:16.3, 4. Stephanie Heath (SPF) at 38, Adam Gerckens at 45 and 5:29.2, 6. Sara Mahran (W) 5:37.5 REGULAR SEASON Geoffrey Ostrega at 47. hurdles, be second or third in the 100 3,200-meters: 1. Anzelone (W) hurdles and place in the discus and MAY 16: Scotch Plains-Fanwood 168, 11:35.9, 2. Ackerman (W) 12:07.4, 5. Union Catholic 3, Bound Brook 2 the shot. So, we could be in the 35 Cusimano (W) 12:24.8 Cranford 169 point area hopefully.” 1st singles: Mario Iturraldi (B) d. The 15-2 Raiders pulled off an 4x400-meters: 1. SPF (Jones, Well! Coach Gorski got more than Koscielecki, Ferraro, Kelly) 4:05.5 JT Wilkinson, 6-1, 6-2 upset over the 16-1-1 Cougars, sans 2nd singles: Drew Terpenning he expected when McCurdy nosed 100-hurdles: 1. McCurdy (GL) 15.4 (UC) d. Chris Metzler, 7-6, (9-7 tie Mike Occi. Doug Gillie and Steve out Linden’s Amy Sura for first in the 400-hurdles: 1. McCurdy (GL) breaker), 6-0 Lowen took top honors each with a 100 hurdles, finishing in :15.4. Sura 1:06.4 3rd singles: Dan Majcen (UC) d. 40. Raider Lou Schults shot a 43 and had a significant lead early but no- High jump: 1. Monroe (GL) 5’2” Marcos Hanech, 6-2, 6-3 Matt Notoane came in at 45. Jerry Long jump: 1. Williams (E) 1st doubles: Ryan Price and Erik Cuozzo and Tom Newmann both shot 18’0.25”, 5. Burke (W) 15’4” DaRocha (UC) d. Chris Cammerer 41 for the Cougars. PUBLIC NOTICE Shot put: 1. Rachelle Jenkins (L) and Brian Sauitt, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 39’0”, 2. Ruth Rorher (SPF) 35’6” 2nd doubles: Matt Hardgrove and UNION COUNTY BOARD Discus: 1. Ashley Holmes (S) See it all on the Web! OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS 116’2”, 4. Rorher (SPF) 105’0” Juan Barragan (B) d. Tom Kierzkowski NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD and Dan Ferraro, 6-0, 6-2 Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 Javelin: 1. Megan Bauer (Ra) www.goleader.com Public Notice is hereby given that the 115’4.5” Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Devil Laxers Maul PAVONI MAKING THE PUTOUT...Raider catcher Andrew Pavoni makes the PUBLIC NOTICE ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as a professional service or PUBLIC NOTICE tag on Cougar Chris Marmo in the fourth inning. The Raiders beat the Cougars, 6-4. Mendham Boys, 17-4 BOROUGH OF FANWOOD extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- NOTICE TO CREDITORS ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- ESTATE OF LOWELL C. DOAK, The tenth-ranked, 9-7, Westfield NOTICE TO BIDDERS tract and the resolution authorizing it is Deceased. Devil Laxers Lace High School boys lacrosse team NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed available for public inspection in the Office Pursuant to the order of JAMES S. 2001 RAIDER SOCCER CAMP mauled Mendham, 17-4, in Westfield bids will be received by the Borough of of the Clerk of the Board. LaCORTE, Surrogate of the County of at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School RESOLUTION NO.: 523A-2001 Fanwood (“Fanwood”) for RUBBERIZED Union, made on the 18th day of MAY, A.D., Lady Lancers, 18-8 Director Tom Breznitsky on May 16. Junior midfielder Mike ASPHALT EMULSION SLURRY SEAL- (Amending Resolution No. 1233-2000) Boys’ Varsity Soccer Coach Debrossy led the Blue Devil attack 2001, upon the application of the under- Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School ING ON VARIOUS STREETS and all work AWARDED TO: Matrix Environmental and signed, as Executor of the estate of said The Westfield High School girls Geotechnical Services, 215 Ridgedale Av- in association with with five goals and sophomore Gil incidental thereto, and such bids shall be deceased, notice is hereby given to the lacrosse team evened its record to 7- enue, Florham Park, New Jersey Brazilian Soccer Academy Arbitsman netted three goals and received, opened and read in public at the creditors of said deceased to exhibit to the 7, qualifying for the state tourna- Dutch Soccer Academy Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, SERVICES: Increasing the appropriation subscriber under oath or affirmation their added an assist. for professional environmental engineering ment, by defeating the Livingston Session I -July 9 - 13 Fanwood, New Jersey, on MONDAY, June claims and demands against the estate of Chris Dodge flicked in two goals Lancers, 18-8, in Westfield on May Camp Features 4, 2001 at 10:00 AM local prevailing time. services to prepare an environmental re- said deceased within six months from the G B • Novice to advanced and abetted with two assists while After the proposals have been opened and port/study in the pending litigation entitled: date of said order, or they will be forever 16. Junior center Morgan Lang net- I reviewed and examined by Fanwood’s rep- County of Union v. Aetna, et al. • Ability grouping Billy Schultz had a goal and four barred from prosecuting or recovering the ted seven goals, five in the first half. O • Kinder Soccer program resentatives, the results will be made public, COST: Not to exceed $25,000 for a new R assists. Tim Mansfield, Mike same against the subscriber. Jen Korecky flicked in four goals Y • Tactical camp for teams but until the actual award and execution of total contract not to exceed $75,000 KATHERINE B. DOAK L • Goalkeepers school Charney, Marc Schott and Brian M. Elizabeth Genievich and Brittany Miller had three goals S contract, Fanwood reserves its right to re- Executor S • Indoor facilities Bottini each added a goal. Dan ject all proposals. Clerk of the Board ATTORNEY and two assists. Katie Schott had two • Family discounts Morrissey had seven saves. Complete sets of the bid documents for the 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $24.48 JOSEPH E. MURRAY & ASSOC. goals and an assist. Sara Beth Euwer Session II -July 30 - August 3 proposed work are on file in the Office of the 391 Springfield Avenue For a camp brochure please call: Mendham 2 0 1 1 4 had nine saves. Tom Breznitsky - 908 322-6102 Borough Clerk at Fanwood’s Municipal Build- PUBLIC NOTICE PO Box 38 Westfield 4 4 4 5 17 ing, 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, Livingston 5 3 8 Home of the ’87, ’89, ’91, ’92, ’95, ’97, ‘98 Berkeley Heights, New Jersey 07922 NJ State Champions Boys Soccer Team New Jersey, and may be examined Monday SHERIFF’S SALE 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $21.42 Westfield 10 8 18 PUBLIC NOTICE through Friday between the hours of 9:00 AM SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, and 3:00 PM, except holidays. Copies may CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE be obtained by prospective bidders as of DOCKET NO. F-1062-99 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Thursday, May 24, 2001 upon application NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE CO., CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, to the Borough Clerk and payment of a non- PLAINTIFF vs. OMAR TANGARIFE, ET DOCKET NO. F-20579-99 refundable fee of $20.00. AL, DEFENDANT. PACIFIC THRIFT AND LOAN COM- Bids must be submitted by the date and CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, PANY, PLAINTIFF vs. JORGE A. time provided above; on the standard pro- DATED OCTOBER 26, 2000 FOR SALE RODRIGUEZ; ADDIA I. RODRIGUEZ; ET posal forms provided, in the manner desig- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Scotch Plains-Fanwood ALS, DEFENDANT. nated in the bid documents and required by By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, the specifications; must be enclosed in a tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by DATED JULY 19, 2000 FOR SALE OF sealed envelope bearing the name and ad- public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- Month of April MORTGAGED PREMISES. dress of the bidder, addressed to the Bor- tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- ough Clerk of Fanwood, with words, “Pro- Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by posal for Slurry Sealing Various Streets” WEDNESDAY THE 30TH DAY OF MAY public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- placed on the outside of the envelope in the A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of KATIE CHURCH – Senior Tri-Captain of the tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown lower left-hand corner; and be accompanied said day. All successful bidders must have Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on by either a certified check, cashier’s check or 20% of their bid available in cash or certified softball team. As a catcher, Katie has recorded WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DAY OF JUNE bid bond drawn to the order of Fanwood for check at the conclusion of the sales. A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of not less than ten (10%) percent of the amount The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED 116 putouts as of May 18. As a hitter, she said day. All successful bidders must have of the bid, but not in excess of Twenty Thou- EIGHTEEN THOUSAND THREE-HUN- 20% of their bid available in cash or certified sand ($20,000) Dollars except as otherwise DRED FIFTY ONE & 09/100 ($118,351.09). carries a .418 batting average with 23 hits, 20 check at the conclusion of the sales. provided by N.J.S.A. 40A:11-21. The property to be sold is located in ELIZA- The judgment amount is SEVENTY Bidder must also furnish at the time the bid BETH, in the County of UNION, and the SEVEN THOUSAND EIGHTY FIVE & is submitted a Consent of Surety with power State of New Jersey. runs scored and a team-leading 20 RBI. In the 96/100 ($77,085.96). of attorney and financial statement evidenc- Commonly known as: 641-643 GARDEN The property to be sold is located in the ing that a performance bond with material STREET, FORMERLY KNOWN AS 641 power categories, Church leads in home runs municipality of ELIZABETH in the County of and payment bond in the full amount of the GARDEN STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW UNION and State of New Jersey. contract price shall be provided at the ex- JERSEY 07202 with 3 and is second with 3 triples. She has Commonly known as 425 FULTON pense of the Bidder to Fanwood at the time Tax Lot No. ACCT#: 407, in Block No. STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY. designated by Fanwood for the execution of WARD; 6 FKA LOT NO. 6, BLOCK NO. 407 also been the captain of the volleyball team. Tax LOT NO. 490 BLOCK NO. 3. the contract. No bid may be withdrawn within Dimensions of Lot (Approximately) 40 Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50 sixty (60) days of the date specified for the feet wide by 110 feet long. IRREGULAR Academically strong, Church has been a Class feet wide by 100 feet long receipt of bids except as provided for in Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the Nearest Cross Street: Situate at the N.J.S.A. 40A:11-24. Bidders are required to NORTHERLY side of GARDEN STREET, Officer for three years and is on the staff of the Intersection of the Northeasterly side of comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. distant 285 feet from the EASTERLY side Fulton Street and the Northwesterly side 10:5-31 et seq. (L 1975, c. 127). of MAPLE AVENUE. Fanscotian (SP-F High School newspaper). of Fourth Street. The specifications may contain a com- There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of plete set of bidding and contract forms. If so, ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY NINE THOU- EIGHTY FIVE THOUSAND EIGHT-HUN- they are for the convenience of bidders and SAND SIX-HUNDRED SIXTEEN & 05/ DRED EIGHTY THREE & 58/100 are not to be detached from the specifica- 100 ($129,616.05) together with lawful in- ($85,883.58) together with lawful interest tions or filled out or executed. Separate terest and costs. and costs. copies of the “bid” proposal and other sub- There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in mittals will be furnished for that purpose in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. duplicate, one to be submitted with each bid The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn and one to be retained by the bidder for his this sale. this sale. (its) records. RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH The right is reserved by Fanwood to reject SHERIFF SHERIFF any or all bids if deemed to be in the interest FRANK J. MARTONE, P.C. – CASALE AND PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. of Fanwood to do so, to waive any informali- COUNSELLORS-AT-LAW 4 Century Drive ties in the bids received and to accept the 4 Brighton Road Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 lowest responsible bid. Clifton, New Jersey 07012 CH-755459 (WL) Eleanor McGovern CH-755668 (WL) 4 T - 5/17, 5/24, 5/31 Borough Clerk 4 T – 5/3, 5/10, 5/17 & 6/7/01 Fee: $177.48 1 T – 5/24/01, The Times Fee: $65.28 & 5/24/01 Fee: $187.68 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, May 24, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Scotch Plains Men’s Union County Senior 50+ Softball Standings: Softball League Standings A DIVISION: (As of May 15) 50 PLUS DIVISION: Bierman (5-for-5) for Rehabco. TEAM W L T Marion Jacobson Roofing 14, Legg 60 PLUS DIVISION Checchio Chiropractic 5 0 Mason 10 LA Law 28, Mangel Realtors 18 The Stanley Cup 4 2 Luke Harrell (4 hits), Jerry Rotella (4 Themis 4 2 Lawmen Tony Orlando and John hits, triple, HR) and Bill Watson (3 hits, Scanlon (4 hits each). Scanlon and Bob Ferrara’s Auto Center 3 3 HR) led MJR. Jade Isle 2 3 1 Oxner (HR each) and Butch Ernst (2 Pep Again 2 3 1 The Office 12, Rehabco 8 HRs). Mick McNicholas (4 hits, HR) for D & L Locksmith 2 4 Howard Smith (HR, 3 hits) and Jerry Mangels. Neighborhood Painting 0 5 Permoulie (HR and 2 hits) led the Office. Creative Industries 14, Il Giardino For Rehabco, Pete Osborn went 5-for-5. B DIVISION: Restaurant 4 TEAM W L Comcast Cablevision 20, Legg Mason 5 Bob Canales (3-for-3, double, HR), Chico’s Bail Bonds 5 0 Comcast was led by Bill Reichle George Merlo (HR, 3 hits), while Bill Theresa/Mohave Grill 4 1 (single, double, HR, 6 RBI). Frank Ritchie, Dom Deo, Don Robertson and Cellular Signal Plus 4 1 D’Amato, Fred DiMartino and Ron Joe Murano (2 hits each) for Creative. Fridays 2 2 Virgilio had 3 hits and Brian Williams Charles Lindner and Pete Ierino (3 hits Misfits 2 3 homered. each) for Giardino. Post Office 0 5 Homestead 0 5 Nilsen Detective Agency 18, Marion Mangel Realtors 22, Creative Indus- Jacobson Roofing 3 tries 5 Ron Ivory and Jerry Barrett (2-run Frank Catina (5 hits), Dave Dempsey, Soccer Azzuri Ties HRs and 2 hits). Lenny Yenish, Alan Mick McNicholas and Henry Barnes (4 Feigenbaum, Bucth Ernst, Brian hits) and Barnes (2 HRs). Mangels turned Hunterdon Jaguars McDermott and Frank Ciampi (2 hits five double plays. For Creative, Bill each). Ritchie (triple, 2 hits), Ed Malko and Scotch Plains-Fanwood’s Girls U-12 Bottoms Up 19, Antones Pub & Grill 4 George Fochesato (HR, 2 hits) and Jim Intercity Soccer Team hosted a May 13 Steiner (2 hits). re-match against the North Hunterdon Union Center National Bank 26, Crest Jaguars, and succeeded in holding the Refrigeration 11 Haven Savings Bank 23, Il Giardino contest to a 1-1 tie. Dan D’Arcy (2 doubles, HR, 4 hits), Restaurant 5 The Jaguars scored their only goal in David Bell and Pat Catino (HR, 3 hits) Joe Wolosen (2 hits, HR) for the first minutes of the game. The Azzurri and Sal Labella (2 HRs, 3 hits) led the Giardino’s. retaliated with an offensive charge by Bank. Tom Connolly, Dennis Baker and 50+ DIVISION 1 Maggie McLaughlin, Sam Gates, Col- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Bob Swigel (2 hits each). (As of may 20) leen LaForge and Allie Zazzali, whose TAKING A HARD SWAT AT ALS...Acting Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco enjoyed hitting the softball during the TEAM W L determined scoring attempts neverthe- Antones Pub & Grill 24, The Office 9 Antone’s Pub & Grill 5 1 “Knock Out ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease)” benefit for resident Jim Airey at Brookside Park in Scotch Plains on May 19. Bob D’Meo, Joe Tarulli and Joe Viso less missed their mark during the first DiFrancesco proved that he had the “Right Stuff” when he nailed several good shots to left field. See picture on page 16. Nilsen Detective Agency 5 1 half. (2 HRs, 3 hits each), Ron Kulik (3 hits, Comcast Cablevision 4 2 Becky Lundgren directed the backfield HR) and Rich Hyer (3 hits). Bottoms Up 3 2 Legg Mason 3 3 from her stopper position. Fullback Kim Nilsen Detective Agency 17, Crest Appezatto played solidly. Megan Greens Keepers Capture Scotch Hills Women Refrigeration 5 50+ DIVISION 2 Dyckman earned her keep on the wing, Ron Ivory, Jerry Barrett and Jim TEAM W L by consistently marking and shutting Tell Golf Results Venezia led Nilsen with 3 hits each, Marion Jacobson Roofing 4 2 down her opponent. ALS Awareness Crown Bruce Bilotti, HR, 3 hits, Brian Union Center Nat. Bank 2 4 The Azzurri continued offensive pres- A spokeswoman for the Scotch Hills McDermott HR and Carl Reider a triple. The Office 2 4 Women’s Golf Association of Scotch Crest Refrigeration 1 4 sure, with Amanda Makowski and Lisa The two surviving teams of the eight- Kylish’s team consisted of high school Rehabco 0 6 Camarda attempting to penetrate the team Jim Airey ALS Awareness tourna- acquaintances including Airey’s son Plains announced the winning team of Marion Jacobson Roofing 23, Bottoms Jaguars’ defense. Finally, in the second ment were Kylish Tube, managed by Scott, who smacked three home runs in the “9 hole” Team Tournament- 4 Com- Up 19 60+ DIVISION half, Zazzali tied the game with a well- Todd Kylish, and The Greens Keepers, the three previous games, and several of bined Scores less 4 Handicaps held Jerry Rotella and Tom Wacaste (4 TEAM W L placed shot from the right side that soared managed by Tom Straniero, After a spe- Kylish’s cousins. The well-organized May 15. hits) and Lawrence Chisler (4 hits, HR) Mangel Realtors 4 1 Greens Keepers consisted of participants led MJR. Haven Savings Bank 3 2 over the goalie’s head. cial guest appearance and a hitting clinic Team First: 124 – Nettie Maguire, LA Law 2 1 A solid effort from goalie Ashley by Acting Governor Donald T. from the St. Bart’s League and some Nancy Christensen, Janice Lawyer and Legg Mason 21, Rehabco 14 Creative Industries 2 2 Jacobi, along with determined play from DiFrancesco, the Greens Keepers up- from other leagues within Union County. Arlene LaTourette. Pete Osborn (4 hits, 2 HRs) and Bob Il Giardino Restaurant 0 5 Samantha Buteas and Alex Garber, al- rooted Kylish, 24-7, at Brookside Park The speedy Kylish Tube team jumped : lowed Azzurri to repel the Jaguars’ ef- in Scotch Plains on May 20 to claim the out to a four-run lead in the top of the Team Second: 130 – Carol Katz, Pat forts to break the tie. championship. first but the Greens Keepers took advan- Herring, Phylis Coumbe and + Par tage of eight consecutive walks and a Team Third: 135, (Tie) – Mary St. Bart’s Oldtimers Men’s controversial call in the second and tal- Dawskin, Barbara Laguma, Mildred Westfield Cup Will Feature lied nine runs. Orlando and Janette Walker. Kylish did not score again until the Petie Pryblski, Kathy Sjonell, Camille Softball League Results: seventh inning when they added three. Hayden and Eve Kennedy. However, the Greens men mastered the Over 1,800 Soccer Players art of scoring in every inning, including Low Putts: Kennedy Angels Division: Tommy Maher, Ben Lobrace and John four runs in the third, two in the fourth, Chip Ins: Kennedy at Hole No. 2 Esposito had three hits apiece. Birdies: Kennedy at Hole No. 2 TEAM W L Pct. This year’s 21st Annual Westfield will serve as headquarters where results three in the fifth and six more in the sixth. St. Anne 7, St. Paul 3 Cup will feature 114 soccer teams from of all games will be posted and standings St. Jude 2 0 1.000 St. James 1 1 .500 Tony Liaci (2 doubles, 2 runs scored, all over the northeast. Over 1,800 play- within each division listed. St. Joseph 1 1 .500 1 RBI) led St. Anne. Tommy McGall, ers ranging in age from 8-19 are regis- This year the New Jersey/New York St. Blaise 0 1 .000 Jerry Spitzer and Howie Jones collected tered to attend this soccer festival. MetroStars of Major League Soccer St. Paul 0 1 .000 a pair of hits. For St. Paulie, Glen Walz The Westfield Cup is one of the oldest are recognizing the Westfield Cup by (2 RBI, 3 hits). Captain, Paul Nadolny and most prestigious soccer tournaments their presence at the tournament; along Saints Division: drove in the only other run. Pitcher James in New Jersey and attracts top-caliber with recognition and co-sponsorship TEAM W L Pct. Cassidy (2 hits, 1 run scored). youth soccer teams from New Jersey and from Allstate Insurance Co. The St. Anne 1 0 1.000 nearby states. MetroStars will provide a player at St. Louis 1 0 1.000 St. James 17, St. Michael 5 The tournament kicks off at 8:30 a. m. Edison Intermediate School on Sun- St. Thomas 1 1 .500 The James Gang got up off the canvas Saturday, May 26 on fields throughout day to sign autographs and hand-out St. Patrick 1 1 .500 and scored runs in bunches. Pat Nigro (4 the town and in neighboring Cranford. souvenirs. Allstate Insurance Co. will St. Michael 0 2 .000 hits, 4 RBI) nailed two home runs. Fran The finals will be conducted on Memo- also hand-out soccer souvenirs, and St. Louis 13, St. Joseph 1 Celardo (2 RBI, 4 hits). Wayne Morse, rial Day. Edison Intermediate School will sponsor a kicking game for speed Steve Pirella and David Rothenberg Rob Stratton and Peter Glock (3 hits and accuracy. led all hitters with three hits and two RBI apiece). For St. Mike, Tim Deegan (3 PUBLIC NOTICE apiece. Ed Belford (3 RBI) and Al Rezza RBI, 3 hits), Terry Gallagher and Joe PUBLIC NOTICE Cocussa had two hits. TOWN OF WESTFIELD (3 hits). For St. Joe’s, Harry Semple and TOWN OF WESTFIELD Mark Romaine had a pair of hits. Marty St. Joseph 13, St. Patrick 6 NOTICE OF FINAL ADOPTION Bernstein scored the only St. Joe’s run. Matt Fugett smashed a pair of home NOTICE OF FINAL ADOPTION ORDINANCE NO. 2030 St. Jude 12, St. Michael 7 runs. Don Rowbotham, Dan Perrine and SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 2029 The bond ordinance published herewith St. Jude scored four runs in each of the Harry Semple collected three hits. For has been finally adopted on May 22, 2001 The bond ordinance published herewith last two innings. Chuck Mattson led St. St. Pat, Lee DiDonato, Tony Perconte, and the twenty (20) day period of limitation has been finally adopted on May 22, 2001 Jude with a 3-for-3 effort, which netted Derek Von Langen and Ken Larson had within which a suit, action or proceeding and the twenty (20) day period of limitation two RBI. Captain Tony Perfilio, Mike two hits. questioning the validity of such Ordinance within which a suit, action or proceeding can be commenced as provided in the local questioning the validity of such Ordinance Rivera and Kevin Woodring had a pair St. Jude 15, St. Thomas 5 bond law has begun to run from the date of can be commenced as provided in the local of hits and RBI. For St. Mike’s, Joe Shea Tom Ulichny had three hits and scored the first publication of this statement. bond law has begun to run from the date of (2 doubles, 2 runs scored), Robert Pielhau three runs. Bob Veeck had two RBI with Bernard A. Heeney, Jr. the first publication of this statement. (2-for-2, run scored). three hits. Kevin Woodring had two hits Town Clerk Bernard A. Heeney, Jr. St. Thomas 16, St. Blaise 1 and three RBI. For St Thomas, Steve Town Clerk WESTFIELD CUP IS NEAR...The Westfield Rescue Squad supports the 21st SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 2030 St. Thomas scored five runs in the Pietrucha and Bobby Elmi had a pair of AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 2029 Annual Westfield Cup soccer tournament to be held this Memorial Day hits. Tony Barattucci and Rick Wustefeld weekend. Pictured left to right, are: kneeling; Brendan Burgdorf, Mark Melio, first and seven runs in the second inning. FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE Bobby Elmi went 4-for-4 and scored drove in runs. PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND FA- FOR THE PURCHASE OF Nick LiVolsi and Dean Thompson; standing, Rescue Squad personnel Bridget three runs. Kevin Lonergan had five CILITIES AND THE APPRO- VARIOUS ITEMS OF EQUIP- Murphy, Sgt. Brian DeCutis, Capt. Miki Urso and Carol Carson. To learn more about the St. Bart’s PRIATION OF THE MONIES MENT FOR USE IN THE PO- RBI. Joe Romash and Billy Murto con- Old-timers Softball League, please visit NECESSARY THEREFOR AND LICE DEPARTMENT AND tributed three hits apiece. For St. Blaise, http://home.att.net/~stbartsotsb/ THE ISSUANCE OF BOND AN- THE APPROPRIATION OF PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE TICIPATION NOTES FOR THE THE MONIES NECESSARY PUBLIC NOTICE FINANCING OF SAID WORK THEREFORE AND THE ISSU- UNION COUNTY BOARD TOWN OF WESTFIELD ANCE OF BOND ANTICIPA- POSTERS BE IT ORDAINED by the Town of OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD OF EDUCATION TION NOTES FOR THE FI- Westfield in the County of Union as follows: NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY The Westfield Leader and The Times NANCING OF SAID WORK. Take notice that application has been SECTION I. That the improvements in- Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 have the capabilities of making large Public Notice is hereby given that the made to the Municipal Board of Alcoholic NOTICE TO BIDDERS cluding, but not limited to, the following be BE IT ORDAINED by the Town of Beverage Control of the Town of Westfield, color posters (24x18 and smaller) of made to public buildings and facilities: Westfield in the County of Union as follows: Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Sealed proposals will be received by the sports photos or any photos you may ers has awarded a contract without com- 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jer- (a) Public Works Center Improvements SECTION I. That the Town of Westfield sey, to transfer to J. Rust Enterprises, trad- Board of Education, Westfield, New Jersey, wish to be reproduced. Prices are (b) Solar Powered School Flashing purchase various items of equipment with petitive bidding as a professional service or in the Board of Education Office, 302 Elm extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- ing as Jeffrey’s of Westfield, for premises reasonable. Call David Corbin at Signals accessories for use by the Police Department located at 114 Central Avenue, Westfield, Street, Westfield, New Jersey, 07090, at (c) Municipal Building Improvements including, but not limited to, the following: ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- 11:00 A.M. (Prevailing Time) on June 4, (908) 232-4407 or e-mail Dave for tract and the resolution authorizing it is New Jersey, the Plenary Retail Consump- information at [email protected]. and Office Equipment 1. Police Department Furnishings tion liquor license, number 2020-33-001- 2001 at which time bids will be opened and (d) Additional Parking - Town Lot 3 SECTION II. That all said equipment shall available for public inspection in the Office read aloud for: of the Clerk of the Board. 004, heretofore issued to Benjamin Michael, (e) Professional Engineering or Archi- be acquired as a general improvement to be Inc., trading as Galatas, for the premises “REPLACEMENT OF LOCKERS tectural services necessary for paid for by general taxation. RESOLUTION NO.: 521A-2001 AND RELATED WORK AT PUBLIC NOTICE (Amending Resolution No. 363-01) located at 114 Central Avenue. above items SECTION III. It is hereby determined and The person who will hold an interest in this ROOSEVELT INTERMEDIATE SECTION II. That all said work shall be declared that the estimated amount of monies AWARDED TO: Killian & Salisbury, SCHOOL, B1-22A” SHERIFF’S SALE P.C., 77 Brant Avenue, PO Box 917, Clark, license is Jeffrey Rust of J. Rust Enter- undertaken as a general improvement to be necessary to be raised from all sources for prises, Inc., of 1237 Plane Street, Union, Plans and Specifications will be available SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, paid for by general taxation. said purposes is $74,800 and that the esti- New Jersey on May 24, 2001. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SERVICES: Increasing the appropria- New Jersey. The applicant intends to en- SECTION III. It is hereby determined and mated amount of Bond Anticipation Notes gage in the retail sale of beer, wine and other Plans, Specifications, form of bid, contract DOCKET NO. F-14203-00 declared that the estimated amount of money necessary to be issued for said purpose is tion for providing legal services to the and bond for the proposed work and other COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, County of Union regarding environmental types of liquor at 114 Central Avenue, to be raised from all sources to said purpose $65,000. There is hereby appropriated to said Westfield, New Jersey under the terms and contract documents thereto, as prepared by INC., PLAINTIFF vs. KEIR BROOKS, is $170,000.00 and that the estimated amount purpose the sum of $9,800 from Capital Im- insurance coverage. M. Disko Associates, are on file in their ET AL., DEFENDANT. COST: Not to exceed $50,000 for a new conditions allowed by law. of bonds or notes necessary to be issued for provement Funds available for said purpose. Objections, if any, should be made in offices at 151 Sumner Avenue, Kenilworth, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, said purpose is $155,000.00. There is hereby SECTION IV. To finance such purpose total contract not to exceed $190,000 New Jersey 07033, and may be examined at DATED MARCH 02, 2001 FOR SALE OF M. Elizabeth Genievich writing to Bernard A. Heeney, Jr., Municipal appropriated for said purpose the sum of there shall be issued pursuant to R.S. 40A:2- Clerk of the Town of Westfield, 425 East the office of M. Disko Associates during MORTGAGED PREMISES. $15,000 from Capital Improvement Funds 8 in anticipation of the issuance of bonds. Clerk of the Board normal business hours. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $23.97 Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey. available for said purpose. Bond Anticipation Notes of said Town not to Jeffrey Rust, President Bidders will be furnished with a copy of tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by SECTION IV. To finance such improve- exceed in the aggregate principal amount the J. Rust Enterprises, Inc. the Plans and Specifications by the Engi- public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- ments there shall be issued pursuant to Local sum of $65,000. Said notes shall bear inter- PUBLIC NOTICE 1237 Plane Street, Union, New Jersey neer, upon proper notice and payment of a tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Bond Law and R.S. 40A:2-8 of the State of est at a rate per annum as may hereafter be check for Fifty-Five ($55.00) dollars, pay- Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on 3 T – 5/10, 5/17 TH New Jersey, in anticipation of the issuance of determined within the limitations prescribed TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS & 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $82.62 able to M. DISKO ASSOCIATES, said cost WEDNESDAY THE 30 DAY OF MAY bonds, Bond Anticipation Notes of said Town by said law and may be renewed from time to PLANNING BOARD being the reproduction price of the docu- A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of which shall not exceed in the aggregate prin- time pursuant to, and within, the limitations ments and is not returnable. said day. All successful bidders must have NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the cipal amount the sum of $155,000.00. Said prescribed by said law. All matters with re- Proposal forms (as contained in the Speci- 20% of their bid available in cash or certified Planning Board of the Township of Scotch PUBLIC NOTICE notes shall bear interest at a rate as hereafter spect to said notes not determined by this fications) provide for the awarding of all the check at the conclusion of the sales. Plains, will hold a public hearing on Mon- may be determined within the limitations pre- ordinance shall be determined by resolution TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS work to the lowest qualified bidder under a The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED day, June 4, 2001, at 7:30 p.m. in Council scribed by law, and may be renewed from time of the Town to be hereafter adopted. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT single contract. EIGHTY SIX THOUSAND TWO-HUN- Chambers, Municipal Building, 430 Park to time pursuant to, and within the limitations SECTION V. Not more than $1,000.00 of The guaranty accompanying the bid shall DRED SIXTEEN & 51/100 ($186,216.51). Avenue to hear the minor subdivision appli- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on MAY prescribed by said law. All matters with re- the sum to be raised by the issuance of said be given in the amount of ten percent (10%) DOCKET NO: F-14203-00 cation of Mark Onulak for 810 and 830 31, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal spect to said notes not determined by this notes may be used to finance such purpose, of the bid and may be given at the option of MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth Raritan Road, known as Block No. 16203, Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, ordinance shall be determined by resolution to whether temporary or permanent, or to finance the bidder by a Certified Check or Bid Bond COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW Lots Nos. 1, 2 & 3 in Scotch Plains and New Jersey, the Scotch Plains Zoning Board be hereafter adopted. engineering or inspection costs and legal ex- from a reputable insurance company. JERSEY Block No. 407, Lots Nos. 4, 5, 6 in Edison of Adjustment will hold a Special Meeting SECTION V. Not more than $1,000.00 of penses or to finance the cost of the issuance of All bidders must be prequalified in accor- STREET & STREET NO: 571 Walnut Street Township, which proposes to subdivide three to consider the following appeal: the sum to be raised by the issuance of said such obligations as provided in 40A:2-20. dance with Chapter 105, Laws of 1962, as TAX BLOCK AND LOT NO.: (3) lots into four (4) lots and construct a new notes may be used to finance interest on SECTION VI. It is hereby determined and MARKE ENTERPRISES, INC., t/a amended by Chapter 188, Laws of 1968 as BLOCK NO.: 12 LOT NO.: 1390 dwelling on the proposed new lot which is obligation issued to finance such purpose, declared that the period of usefulness of Bowcraft Amusement Park, a non-con- set forth in Instructions to Bidders. DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 140 FEET X located in the Township of Edison. The whether temporary or permanent, legal ex- said purpose for which said notes are to be forming use in the ML-1 Zone, for a bifur- Labor in connection with the project shall 28.33 FEET following existing variances are requested penses or to finance the cost of the issuance of issued is a period of five years (5) from the cated Use Variance to permit the installation be paid not less than wages as listed in NEAREST CROSS STREET: 352.17 as part of this application: such obligations as provided in R.S. 40A:2-20. date of said bond. of a water playground, a maintenance build- Prevailing Wage Rate Determination pur- FEET from Fairmount Avenue SECTION VI. It is hereby determined and SECTION VII. It is hereby determined 23-3.4A, Para. C, Col. 4-Lot Width: ing and re-configured and additional parking suant to Chapter 150 of the New Jersey SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE declared that the period of usefulness for and stated that any and all monies received at the property located at 2545 Route 22 Laws of 1963, or the U. S. Department of There is due approximately the sum of Lots A & B the financing of which said notes are to be from any State and or Federal program shall West, Scotch Plains, New Jersey (Block Labor Wage Determinations, whichever are ONE-HUNDRED NINETY FOUR THOU- issued is a period of ten (10) years from the be utilized to retire outstanding Bond Antici- Required: 90 feet No. 4802, Lots Nos. 9, 10, 11 and 12). Said higher for each class of labor. SAND SIX-HUNDRED THIRTY ONE & date of said bonds. pation Notes issued for this purpose. Existing: 79.52 feet & 78.71 feet proposals constitute an expansion of a non- Bidders are required to comply with the re- 16/100 ($194,631.16) together with lawful SECTION VII. It is hereby determined SECTION VIII. It is hereby determined and conforming, use, pursuant to Section 23- quirements of PL 1975, C.127, (NJAC 17:27). interest and costs. 23-3.4A, Para. C, Col. 8-Side Yards: and declared that the Supplemental Debt declared that the Supplemental Debt State- 3.8 of the Zoning Ordinance, which requires Bids may be held by the Board of Educa- There is a full legal description on file in Statement required by said law has been ment required by law has been duly made Lots A & C the granting of a Use Variance. tion for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days the Union County Sheriff’s Office. duly made and filed in the office of the Town and filed in the office of the Town Clerk of All interested persons may be present and from the date of the opening of Bids for the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Required: 10 feet Clerk of said Town and that such Statement said Town and that such statement, so filed be heard. purpose of reviewing the bids and investi- this sale. Existing: 9.67 feet & 0.71 feet so filed shows that the gross debt of the shows that the gross debt of the Town as The file pertaining to this application is in gating the qualifications of bidders, prior to RALPH FROEHLICH Town as defined in R.S. 40A:2-43 of the defined in N.J.S.A. 40A:2-43 of said Revised All interested persons may be present the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- awarding of the Contract. SHERIFF State of New Jersey is increased by Statutes is increased by this ordinance by and be heard. The file pertaining to this ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch The Board of Education reserves the right WILLIAM M.E. POWERS, JR. $155,000.00 and that said notes authorized $65,000, and that the notes authorized by application is in the office of the Planning Plains, and is available for public inspection to reject any or all bids if in its judgment the CHARTERED by this ordinance shall be within all debt this ordinance shall be within any debt limita- Board and available for inspection during during regular office hours. public interest will be served by so doing. 737 Stokes Road limitations prescribed by said law. tions prescribed by said law. regular office hours. Linda M. Lies By order of the Board of Education, PO Box 1088 SECTION VIII. This ordinance shall take SECTION IX. This ordinance shall take Barbara Horev Secretary to the Zoning Board of Westfield, New Jersey. Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 effect twenty (20) days after first publication effect twenty (20) days after first publication Secretary to the Planning Board Adjustment Robert Berman CH-755863 (WL) thereof after final passage. thereof after final passage. Township of Scotch Plains Township of Scotch Plains Business Administrator 4 T – 5/3, 5/10, 5/17 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $75.99 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $75.48 1 T – 5/24/01, The Times Fee: $33.66 1 T – 5/24/01, The Times Fee: $29.58 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $56.61 & 5/24/01 Fee: $181.56 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 24, 2001 Page 15 SP-F Soccer Gold Strands Local Golf Pro Discusses Livingston Lobos, 4-3 Good Putting Techniques The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Soccer quarter and tied the score on three unan- Good putting can cover up many work effectively. The putter will stay Association U-10 Gold topped the swered goals. mistakes and make bad scores okay. A close to the ground throughout the en- Livingston Lobos, 4-3, on May 20 in an It was now the Gold’s turn to display good putting stroke is one where you tire stroke and the putter face opens on electrifying and spirited game. The Gold their resiliency. Joseph Del Prete inter- swing the club with your arms and the backswing, then closes on the struck gold three times in the first quar- cepted a pass, outran and out-maneu- shoulders. But keep in mind, putting is through swing. The ball position in the ter before the Lobos knew it. vered several Lobo defenders as he raced a test of feel, touch, and nerve as much stance is crucial because the face is Brendan McEvoy scored first with an the length of the field. He then led a as technique. If you don’t have these square only for a moment. Too far back unassisted goal. Minutes later, McEvoy perfect pass to Mike Roth, who then put three qualities, it doesn’t matter how and you will tend to push the putt to the scored on a nice pass from Eddie Byron. all of his foot into a shot on the short side good your putting stroke is. right; too far forward and you will tend However, the Lobos would not go away of the goal. There are two distinct putting styles. to pull the ball to the left. quietly as they came out in the third Andrew Smith was perfect in goal as There is the open-to-closed method. The most popular method is the he pitched a shutout. Matt Nobbs fired This is a long flowing stroke and you straight-back, straight-through stroke. WTA Men’s Singles off seven shots in the game. The need good tempo to make this stroke This stroke involves a shorter and more Defensemen Danny Gore, Angelo “up-down-up” movement of the putter. Tennis Ladder Told: Cerimele, Danny Rodriguez and Marc Soccer Sparx Tie There is more leniency in terms of where Fusillo were nearly a impenetrablel. Each the ball should be within your feet. The 1. Chris Callahan 22. Allen Yu time the Lobos tried to set up a pass or 2. Vince Camuto 23. James Bender David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ball should be placed anywhere from 3. Joseph Alfano 24. Steven Kreutzer charge the goal, they found a Gold de- Shackamaxon Golf Pro Mike Kierner Hammers, 1-1 opposite your left big toe to the center 4. Robert Errazo 25. Joseph Donnolo fender right in their face. The soccer Sparx added another link of your stance. It is very important that 5. Frank Sobeck 26. Neal Luppescu to their chain of ties when they held their you try to get your eyes directly over the 6. Gary Wasserman 27. Tuyen Diep WTA Men’s Masters old nemesis, the Cranford Hammers at 7. Mike Gonnella 28. Andrew Ross WTA Women Singles SP-F Braves Drop target line or the ball. To achieve this 8. Steve Parker 29. David Ferio bay, 1-1 on May 13. The Sparx really you will probably have to bend over 9 Tom Shannon 30. Chris Wendel Tennis Ladder Told: Tennis Ladder Told: sizzled, demonstrating fiery shots on more from the waist. Move the putter The following list shows to date the Two in Baseball goal by Christina Camarda, Jennie 10. Jason Sprung 31. Steve Satkin The WTA 2001 season Men’s Mas- back and forth by rocking your shoul- 11. Peter Magierski 32. Alan Lo Westfield Tennis Association (WTA) The Braves of the Scotch Plains- Altman, Brittney Veeck, Corinne ders. There should be no feeling of the 12. Russell Finestein 33. Jim Oslislo members eligible to play on the Women’s ters (50+) tennis ladder completed its Fanwood Youth Baseball Association Walker, Katie Camarda and Rebecca first reporting period on May 20. The clubhead moving inside or outside the 13. Dave Leiz 34. Jeff Sobel Singles Ladder. The ladder standings Junior Division fell, 12-3, to the Phillies Von Langen. 14. Chris Camuto 35. Peter Yu next reporting period ends on Sunday, target line at any point during the stroke. reflect a few upsets in the 20 matches on May 15 and, 6-3, to the Rangers on Camarda scored the Sparx’ only goal Michael Kierner is the Head Teach- 15. Jaime Celorio 36. Donald Dohm June 3. Results should be called in to May 19. in the second quarter. Daring saves by 16. Frank DeSantis 37. Matt DeSantis played through May 20. ing Professional at Shackamaxon Coun- Two challenges are allowed within (908) 317-0001 on the day of the match. Against the Phillies, Jorge Cruz threw Jennifer Gassler, both in and out of the 17. Mike Feldman 38. Dewey Rainville You may check the WTA Web site at a no-hitter for four innings. Tom Reade try Club. For more information about 18. Weldon Chin 39. David Muroff one month of signing up and that players goal, held the Hammers back. The Sparx lessons, please call (908) 233-3989. are dropped three spaces due to inactiv- http://westfieldnj.com/wta/ for current and Connor Viglianti each stroked a hit displayed expert teamwork, as their col- 19. Lawrence Seltzer 40. Anil Kapur standings and match results. 20. Simon Lee 41. Ernest Jacob ity. Players can access weekly updated and collected two and one RBI, respec- lective efforts prevented Cranford from 21. Alex Winnicker 42. Todd Krell standings, as well as Matches Played on The standings as of May 20 are listed tively. Max Schwager and Joseph Del scoring. PUBLIC NOTICE below with the numbers of games played Albert Chow Lloyd Marks WTA’s Web site: www.westfieldnj.com/ Prete each scored runs while Gailmarie Their impressive skills capped off a indicated. Sprague had two stolen bases. Chris UNION COUNTY BOARD Bill Wilhelm Mark Fischbach wta. Further information is available by nail-biter filled with admirable work by OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS David Armstrong Michael Schuvart calling Jean Power at (908) 654-7418 or 1. Mike McGlynn (1) Reade had four putouts at first base. Kelly Dyckman, Sheryl Markovits, Kim NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD George Sincox Peter Sharpe e-mailing [email protected]. 2. Irwin Bernstein (1) Mike Lee and Robbie Ayala also played Shelus, Stephanie Glover, Jenna Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 John Dalton Ross Errazo The next reporting period will conclude 3. Joe Donnollo (3) well defensively. McGarry and Allison Goldberg. Goalie Public Notice is hereby given that the Jon Eisenberg Steven Cheah at 8 p.m. Sunday, June 3. Match scores 4. Dewey Rainville (1) Against the Rangers, Del Prete drilled Dyckman contributed flawless goal tend- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Leonard Cerefice Tony Britt 5. Joe Gazdak a double and Cruz cracked a single. ing in the second half, holding Cranford ers has awarded a contract without com- should be reported within 24 hours and 6. Donald Dohm (1) weekend scores by Sunday evening to J. Chris De Carlo pitched well in relief. to one goal. petitive bidding as a professional service or 7. John Dalton (1) extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- WTA Men’s Doubles Power. 8. Len Cerefice (2) Jeff Sirdashney also pitched well as he struck out the sides when the Rangers PUBLIC NOTICE ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- 1. Cindy Fechter 29. Ellen Smith 9. Ernest Jacob tract and the resolution authorizing it is 10. Lloyd Marks loaded the bases with no outs in the third Tennis Ladder Told: 2. Deirdre Hewett 30. Carole Smillie TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS available for public inspection in the Office 3. JoAnn Purdy 31. Anne Colucci 11. George Sincox inning. Todd Weiner played well at short- of the Clerk of the Board. The season has started with moderate 12. Bob Kolesik stop. Danny Jones did a solid job behind PLANNING BOARD activity, causing some significant 4. Wendi Cohen 32. V. Barber RESOLUTION NO.: 523-2001 13. Thomas Rucinsky the plate and Evan Schoendorf played NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the AWARDED TO: Somerset Police changes in the standings as some teams 5. Karen Dorne 33. T. Wasilewski well in the outfield. Planning Board of the Township of Scotch Academy, 209 Cougar Court, Somerville, have not yet played. Please try to contact 6. Jean Power 34. Julie Diddell Members are reminded that the 7. Clara Karnish 35. C. Clevenger matches this year will be one set with the Plains, will hold a public hearing on Mon- New Jersey some of the new teams. 8. Maria Iarochenko 36. Suzy Verchick PUBLIC NOTICE day, June 4, 2001, at 8:00 p.m. in Council SERVICES: To provide tuition for two (2) first to win eight games with a regular Chambers, Municipal Building, 430 Park classes - Basic Police Instruction with fire 1. Desantis/Callahan 9. Katherine Kielar 37. Kellie Coleman 12-point tie breaker played when the 2. Gonnella/Wilhelm 10. Andrea Krest 38. Me-Me Annis UNION COUNTY BOARD Avenue to hear the subdivision application extinguisher fee for the Union County Divi- match reaches seven games each. All of Michael Juzefyk, LLC, for 2348 Westfield 3. McGlynn/Aliche 11. Sherri Bender 39. Jeanie Arida OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS sion of Corrections. 4. Verchick/Whelan 12. Janet Cornell 40. Robin Bailey members are allowed two challenges to NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Avenue, Block No. 3502, Lot No. 6 which PERIOD: Recruit Class No. 01-00 – 2/17/ 5. Dreyer/Matthews 13. Michele Fine 41. Paula Brotman anyone in the ladder during the month of Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 proposes to subdivide the existing lot into 00 – 5/16/00, in an amount of $13,356.30; 6. Satkin/Finestein 14. Evelyn Matino 42. N. Freundlich May. Public Notice is hereby given that the two lots, demolish the existing home and Recruit Class No. 02-00 – 9/6/00 – 12/12/ 7. Bender/Parker 15. Janice Honymar 43. Jeanne Gray Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- construct two new dwellings. The following 00, in an amount of $17,552. 8. Cheah/DeSantis 16. Marci Fisher 44. Carol Gross ers has awarded a contract without com- variances are requested with this applica- COST: Total Contract amount $30,908.30 8. Ferio/Sobel 17. Ginny Luppescu 45. Lisa Hicks See it all on the Web! petitive bidding as a professional service or tion as well as any other variances the Board M. Elizabeth Genievich 18. Helaine Wasserman 46. Eileen Mitchell extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- may deem necessary: Clerk of the Board New Teams: 19. Mimi Fritz 47. Pat Page www.goleader.com ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- Section 23-4.2a- Front Yard Setback 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $25.50 Britt/Douglas 20. Deirdre Gelinne 48. J. Robertson tract and the resolution authorizing it is Mancini/Oslislo Required: Average frontage 21. Monica Gundrum 49. Lauren Stellar available for public inspection in the Office Proposed: 32 feet PUBLIC NOTICE Alfano/Majierski 22. Rita Winnicker 50. A. Wilhelm PUBLIC NOTICE of the Clerk of the Board. Sheehan/Lo 23. Shari Schuster 51. Leslie Williams RESOLUTION NO.: 508-2001 All interested persons may be present TOWN OF WESTFIELD Sagive Edelman needs a partner 24. Takayo Futamura 52. S. Antonelle SHERIFF’S SALE AWARDED TO: Kathleen P. McMillan, and be heard. The file pertaining to this PLANNING BOARD 25. Lisa Mikovits 53. L. Pomerantz SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, R.D., 147 Crestwood Avenue, Nutley, application is in the office of the Planning The Westfield Planning Board (the 26. Liz Fischer 54. Karen Fried CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, New Jersey Board and available for inspection during “Board”) and Toby Two Realty, LLC (“Appli- WTA Mixed Doubles 27. Suzanne Minken 55. T. Albright DOCKET NO. F-5674-00 SERVICES: To provide temporary clini- regular office hours. cant”) have tentatively settled the litigation 28. Meg Freer 56. Kim Rhodes WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, cal dietary consultant services to Runnells Barbara Horev presently pending in the Superior Court of Tennis Ladder Told 57. Noreen Wickwire INC., PLAINTIFF vs. ANTONIO C. Specialized Hospital. Secretary to the Planning Board New Jersey, Union County, Docket No. L- The names are in order according to MOURAO, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. PERIOD: 5/21/01 - 6/29/01 Township of Scotch Plains 3299-00 and a Settlement Agreement dated last years results. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, COST: $6,750 1 T – 5/24/01, The Times Fee: $26.01 as of May 21, 2001 has been entered into by PUBLIC NOTICE DATED JULY 19, 2000 FOR SALE OF M. Elizabeth Genievich and between the Board and Applicant re- 1. Buckman/ Buckman MORTGAGED PREMISES. Clerk of the Board PUBLIC NOTICE garding same. The litigation involved appli- 2. Page/Aliche BOARD OF EDUCATION By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $22.44 cation number 00-3 (V) before the Board. 3. Honymar/Mancini WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY A public hearing will be held in Council 4. Bender/Bender 4. Bender/Bender NOTICE TO BIDDERS public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- CHANCERY DIVISION Chambers at the Municipal Building, 425 5. Karnish/Karnish tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey 6. Bernestein/Bernestein The School Business Administrator/Board Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on DOCKET NO. F-4835-01 at 8:00 p.m. at which time members of the TOWN OF WESTFIELD 7. Myers/Darmanin Secretary of the Westfield Board of Educa- WEDNESDAY THE 30TH DAY OF MAY FILE NO. 4173-01 public are invited to appear in person, or by 8. Clevenger/Clevenger tion, in the County of Union, State of New A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of HEARING NOTICE agent or counsel, and to present any com- NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT Jersey, by authority of said Board, solicits said day. All successful bidders must have ments or objections to any evidence pre- The bond ordinance published herewith All others will be sorted starting with sealed bids for pupil transportation. Bids to (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: sented by the Applicant relating to the settle- 20% of their bid available in cash or certified was introduced and passed on first reading seat number 9. be received at the Business Office of the check at the conclusion of the sales. CAPITAL NATIONAL BANK ment or the revised application. The revised at a meeting of the Town Council of the Westfield Board of Education, located at The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- application is as follows: Town of Westfield on May 22, 2001, and will YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND PUBLIC NOTICE 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey 01-10(V) TOBY TWO REALTY, LLC., 128 DRED THIRTY SIX THOUSAND NINE- be further considered for final passage after REQUIRED to serve upon CASALE & 07090, up to 11:00 a.m. on JUNE 12, 2001. HUNDRED TWENTY TWO & 15/100 SCOTCH PLAINS AVENUE, UNION COUNTY BOARD public hearing at a meeting of said Town PELLEGRINO, LLC, plaintiff’s attorneys, ($236,922.15). BLOCK NO. 2818, LOT NO. 6, OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS PUPIL TRANSPORTATION Council to be held at the Westfield Munici- whose address is GATEHALL 1, Property to be sold is located in the City SEEKING MINOR SUBDIVI- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD pal Building, 425 East Broad Street, PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054, an 2001/2002 School Year of Elizabeth, County of Union and State SION WITH VARIANCES. Ap- Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 Westfield, New Jersey on June 5, 2001 Answer to the Complaint and Amendment to of New Jersey plicant seeks to create two lots Public Notice is hereby given that the Specifications and full information may be beginning at 8:00 p.m. During the week prior Complaint (if any) filed in a Civil Action, in Premises commonly known as 440 Lin- from a single existing lot. Plans Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- obtained upon application at the Business to and including the date of such further which KNICKABOCKER REHABILITA- den Avenue, Elizabeth New Jersey 07201 entitled “Minor Subdivision” ers has awarded a contract without com- Office of the Westfield Board of Education, consideration, copies will be made available TION LLC is the plaintiff and BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 760.2, drawn by Stires Associates, P.A., petitive bidding as a professional service or located at 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New at the Municipal Clerk’s Office in said Mu- RENTAUNIDADES, INC., A CORPORA- BLOCK NO. 13, on the official Tax Map of dated 3/3/00 (single sheet) as extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- Jersey 07090. nicipal Building to members of the General TION OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY; the City of Elizabeth revised by the Settlement Agree- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- All bids must be submitted on a bid form Public who shall request such copies. CAPITAL NATIONAL BANK, A NATIONAL Dimensions: 35 feet x 100 feet x 70 feet ment (and Exhibits B and C tract and the resolution authorizing it is which will be furnished upon application at Bernard A. Heeney, Jr. BANKING ASSOCIATION ORGANIZED x 25 feet x 105 feet x 125 feet thereof). Applicant seeks vari- available for public inspection in the Office the Office of the Westfield Board of Educa- Town Clerk AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF Nearest Cross Street: Clover Street ances from the following: of the Clerk of the Board. tion. Bids which are not submitted on such THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA n/k/ There is due approximately the sum of SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. RESOLUTION NO.: 515-2001 form may be rejected. a New York Capital Bank, National Associa- List of Existing Nonconform- TWO-HUNDRED SIXTY ONE THOU- AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR (Amending Resolution No. 52-2001) Bidders are required to comply with the tion; STATE OF NEW JERSEY; are defen- ing zoning conditions: SAND SEVEN-HUNDRED FORTY ONE THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION MAN- AWARDED TO: Schoor DePalma, Engi- requirements of P.L. 1975, c.127 (N.J.A.C. dants, pending in the Superior Court of New & 93/100 ($261,741.93) together with lawful AGEMENT, AND OTHER PROFES- Section 11.09 of the Land Use neers and Design Professionals, Justin 17:27). Affirmative Action. Jersey Chancery Division, UNION County interest and costs. SIONAL SERVICES RELATED TO THE Ordinance. Ordinance requires a Corporate Center, 200 State Highway Nine, The Board of Education reserves the right and bearing the Docket No. F-4835-01 within There is a full legal description on file in INSTALLATION OF A MUNICIPAL front yard setback of 20.3 feet PO Box 900, Manalapan, New Jersey to reject any or all bids. 35 days after MAY 24, 2001 exclusive of the Union County Sheriff’s Office. PARKING GARAGE OR GARAGES (E.F.Y.D.) — 19.53 feet is existing. SERVICES: To provide additional pro- By order of the Westfield Board of Education. such date. If you fail to answer or appear in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn AND OTHER PARKING IMPROVE- fessional engineering and planning consult- Robert A. Berman accordance with Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by Section 13.01 of the Land Use this sale. MENTS, AND THE APPROPRIATION ant services for the Kapkowski Road Trans- School Business Administrator/ Default may be rendered against you for the Ordinance. Ordinance requires RALPH FROEHLICH OF THE MONIES NECESSARY portation Planning Study. Board Secretary relief demanded in the Complaint, and a side yard setback of 5 feet for SHERIFF THEREFORE, AND THE ISSUANCE COST: In an additional amount not to 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $31.62 Amendment to Complaint, if any. You shall the accessory building — 3.25 FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES FOR exceed $2,000 for a new contract amount file your Answer and Proof of Service in feet is existing. Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza THE FINANCING OF SAID SERVICES. not to exceed $1,502,000. duplicate with the Clerk of the Superior Court, PUBLIC NOTICE 216 Haddon Avenue List of New C.40:55D-70 c. and M. Elizabeth Genievich BE IT ORDAINED by the Town of Hughes Justice Complex - CN 971, Trenton, Westmont, New Jersey 08108 d. Variances Requested for lot Clerk of the Board SHERIFF’S SALE Westfield in the County of Union as follows: New Jersey 08625 in accordance with the CH-755466 (WL) no. 6.01: 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $25.50 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SECTION I. That the Town of Westfield Rules of Civil Practice and Procedure. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, 4 T – 5/3, 5/10, 5/17 perform the design, construction management, You are further advised that if you are Section 11.09 E.1. of the Land & 5/24/01 Fee: $179.52 PUBLIC NOTICE DOCKET NO. F-14252-00 and other professional services related to the unable to obtain an attorney you may com- Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- GOLDEN NATIONAL MORTGAGE installation of a municipal parking garage or municate with the Lawyer Referral Service quires a minimum lot area of SHERIFF’S SALE BANKING CORP., PLAINTIFF vs. PUBLIC NOTICE garages and other parking improvements. of the County of Venue and that if you cannot 6,000 square feet. — applicant SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, ZAKIYAH S. ISLAM; MRS. ZAKIYAH S. SECTION II. That all said work shall be afford an attorney, you may communicate proposes 5,266 square feet. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, ISLAM, HIS WIFE, ET ALS., DEFENDANT. SHERIFF’S SALE accomplished as a general improvement to with the Legal Services Office of the County Section 11.09 E.2. of the Land Use DOCKET NO. F-1916-00 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, be paid for by general taxation. of Venue. The telephone number of such Ordinance. Ordinance requires a CTX MORTGAGE COMPANY, PLAIN- DATED MARCH 01, 2001 FOR SALE OF CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SECTION III. It is hereby determined and agencies are as follows: Lawyer Referral minimum lot width of 50 feet — TIFF vs. NAEOGA I. OLIVENCIA A/K/A MORTGAGED PREMISES. DOCKET NO. F-10560-00 declared that the estimated amount of mon- Service 908-353-4715 - Legal Services applicant proposes 45.68 feet. NAEOGA L. OLIVENCIA AND ELUIS By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE ies necessary to be raised from all sources Office 908-354-4340. RIVERA, ET ALS., DEFENDANT. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. MARIA for said purpose is $700,000.00 and that the THE ACTION has been instituted for the Section 11.09 E.2. of the Land CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- MIKHAIL, DEFENDANT. estimated amount of bond anticipation notes purpose of foreclosing the following tax Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- DATED FEBRUARY 27, 2001 FOR SALE tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, necessary to be issued for said purpose is sale certificate(s): quires a minimum area of 6,000 OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on DATED MARCH 09, 2001 FOR SALE OF $650,000.00. There is hereby appropriated 1. A certain tax certificate 5538, recorded square feet in the first 120 feet of By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DAY OF JUNE MORTGAGED PREMISES. for said purpose the sum of $50,000.00 on 5/20/1998, made by ROBERT A. MACK, depth — applicant proposes tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- from the Capital Improvement Fund avail- Collector of Taxes of ELIZABETH, and State 5,266 square feet. public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- said day. All successful bidders must have tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by able for such purpose. of New Jersey to CCM MUNICIPAL SER- Section 11.09 E.3 of the Land Use tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown 20% of their bid available in cash or certified public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- SECTION IV. To finance such purpose VICES and subsequently assigned to plain- Ordinance. Ordinance requires a Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on check at the conclusion of the sales. tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown there shall be issued pursuant to R.S.40A:2- tiff, KNICKABOCKER REHABILITATION minimum frontage of 50 feet — WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DAY OF JUNE The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on 8, in anticipation of the issuance of bonds, LLC. This covers real estate located in applicant proposes 45.68 feet. A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of FIFTY THREE THOUSAND SEVEN-HUN- WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DAY OF JUNE Bond Anticipation Notes of said Town which ELIZABETH, County of UNION, and State said day. All successful bidders must have DRED EIGHTY ONE & 07/100 A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of shall not exceed in the aggregate principal of New Jersey, known as LOT NO. 727 Section 11.09 E.4. of the Land Use 20% of their bid available in cash or certified ($153,781.07). said day. All successful bidders must have amount the sum of $650,000. Said notes to BLOCK NO. 12 as shown on the Tax As- Ordinance. Ordinance requires a check at the conclusion of the sales. The property to be sold is located in the 20% of their bid available in cash or certified bear interest at a rate as may hereafter be sessment Map and Tax Map duplicate of minimum depth of 120 feet — ap- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State check at the conclusion of the sales. determined within the limitations prescribed ELIZABETH and concerns premises com- plicant proposes 114.90 feet. TWENTY ONE THOUSAND FIVE-HUN- of New Jersey. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED by said law and may be renewed from time monly known as 425-427 MADISON AV- Section 12.04 F. of the Land Use DRED SIXTEEN & 66/100 ($121,516.66). It is commonly known as 555 South SIXTY ONE THOUSAND THREE-HUN- to time pursuant to, and within, the limita- ENUE, ELIZABETH, New Jersey. Ordinance. Ordinance requires The property to be sold is located in the Park Street a/k/a South Park, Elizabeth, DRED SIXTY NINE & 41/100 tions prescribed by said law. All matters with YOU, CAPITAL NATIONAL BANK, are a maximum building coverage CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of New Jersey. ($161,369.41). respect to said notes not determined by this made a party defendant to the above fore- (without deck) of 20% — appli- UNION, and the State of New Jersey. It is known and designated as Block No. Property to be sold is located in the City ordinance shall be determined by resolution closure action because on October 9, 1985, cant proposes 24.3%. Tax LOT NO. 113 BLOCK NO. 11 “Ward” 3, Lot No. “Acct” 995. of Elizabeth, County of Union and State to be hereafter adopted. Rentaunidades, Inc., a New Jersey Corpo- COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1238 The dimensions are 25 feet wide by 100 of New Jersey SECTION V. Not more than $700,000.00 ration, executed a mortgage to Capital Na- List of New C.40:55D-70 c. and CLINTON PLACE, ELIZABETH, NEW feet long. Premises commonly known as 515 of the sum to be raised by the issuance of tional Bank a Corporation of the State of d. Variances Requested for lot JERSEY 07208 Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the north- Burnham Road, Elizabeth, New Jersey said notes may be used to finance those New Jersey in the amount of $140,000.00, no. 6.02: Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) erly line of South Park Street, 100 feet from 07202 items set forth in R.S.40A:2-20. which mortgage was recorded in the UNION Section 11.09 E.6. of the Land 46.89 feet wide by 100.00 feet long. the easterly line of Sixth Street. BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 32, BLOCK SECTION VI. It is hereby determined that County Clerk’s Register’s Office in Mort- Use Ordinance. Minimum inte- Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the Prior lien(s): Subject to unpaid taxes and NO. 13, on the official Tax Map of the City all monies received from grants shall be gage Book 3558 at page 340. Said mort- rior side yard setback required by SOUTHERLY side of CLINTON PLACE, municipal liens. Amount due will be an- of Elizabeth utilized to retire outstanding Bond Applica- gage is subordinate to the plaintiff’s lien. ordinance is ±10 feet — Appli- WITH THE WESTERLY SIDE OF NEW- nounced at the Sheriff’s Sale or is available Dimensions: 105 feet x 35 feet x 105 feet tion Notes issued for this purpose. Furthermore, on March 23, 1988, cant proposes 5 feet. ARK AVENUE upon written request to plaintiff’s attorneys. x 35 feet SECTION VII. It is hereby determined Rentaunidades, Inc., a New Jersey Corpo- There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of Nearest Cross Street: Clover Street and declared that the period of usefulness ration, executed a mortgage to Capital Na- Section 11.09 E.4. of the Land ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY SEVEN ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY THREE THOU- There is due approximately the sum of for the financing of which said notes are to tional Bank, a National Banking Association Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- THOUSAND NINE-HUNDRED THIRTY SAND NINE-HUNDRED EIGHTY SIX & ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY NINE THOU- be issued is a period of twenty (20) years organized and existing under the laws of the quires a minimum lot depth of FIVE & 37/100 ($127,935.37) together with 07/100 ($163,986.07) together with lawful SAND TWO-HUNDRED FIFTY & 12/100 from the date of said bonds. United States of America for an unspecified 120 feet — applicant proposes lawful interest and costs. interest and costs. ($169,250.12) together with lawful interest SECTION VIII. It is hereby determined amount, which mortgage was recorded on 115.88 feet. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in and costs. and declared that the Supplemental Debt March 25, 1988 the UNION County Clerk’s/ Section 12.04 F. of the Land Use the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in Statement required by said law has been Register’s Office in Mortgage Book 3851 at Ordinance. Ordinance allows a The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. duly made and filed in the office of the Town page 0208. Said mortgage is subordinate to maximum building coverage this sale. this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Clerk of the Town of Westfield and that such the plaintiff’s lien and or any lien, claim or (without deck) of 20% — appli- RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. statement shows that the gross debt of the interest you may have in, to or against the cant proposes 20.9%. SHERIFF SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH Town as defined in R.S.40A:2-43 is in- subject premises. SHAPIRO & KREISMAN, STERN LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, SHERIFF creased by this obligation by $650,000.00, DATED: May 17, 2001 Revised plans and the Settlement Agree- ATTORNEYS AT LAW NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LL FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. and that the said notes authorized by this Donald F. Phelan, ment are on file in the Office of the Town Suite J Suite 300 Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza ordinance shall be within all debt limitations Clerk of the Superior Court Engineer, 959 North Avenue, West, Westfield, 406 Lippincott Drive 293 Eisenhower Parkway 216 Haddon Avenue prescribed by said law. of New Jersey New Jersey and may be seen Monday through Marlton, New Jersey 08053 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 SECTION IX. This ordinance shall take CASALE & PELLEGRINO, LLC Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CH-755888 (WL) CH-755894 (WL) CH-755887 (WL) effect twenty (20) days after first publication ONE GATEHALL PLAZA Kenneth B. Marsh 4 T - 5/17, 5/24, 5/31 4 T - 5/17, 5/24, 5/31 4 T - 5/17, 5/24, 5/31 thereof after final passage. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 24, 2001 Page 17 Julie Murphy Is Honored Burgdorff ERA Associates As Saleswoman of Month Earn President’s Elite Status WESTFIELD — Burgdorff ERA and is the company’s second highest WESTFIELD — Julie Murphy, a Cranford Historical Society. President Judy Reeves announced production honor. For their outstand- consistent top achiever in the She was also a co-Chairwoman of during the company’s annual Awards ing efforts, sales associates Faith Burgdorff ERA Westfield office, has the 1997 and 1998 “Home for the Luncheon that three sales associates Maricic, Joyce Taylor and Carol Tener been honored as Saleswoman of the Holidays” House Tour in Cranford from the Westfield office had earned were honored with the prestigious Month for April 2001, with sales of and recently completed the National the Burgdorff President’s Elite desig- designation. five units sold and dollars amounting Trust for Historic Preservation’s His- nation. “The President’s Elite designation to over $1.6 million. toric Real Estate Program. The honor was based on the associ- symbolizes the hard work and dedica- She has received many distin- Judy Sagan, Vice President and ates’ sales production for the year tion it takes to become one of the top guished awards and has been a mem- Manager of the Westfield Office, 2000. sales associates in the real estate in- ber in the New Jersey Association of stated that, “Julie is an extremely Introduced in 1998, the President’s dustry,” said Ms. Reeves. “For this Realtors Million Dollar Sales Club, knowledgeable agent in our office Elite designation is awarded to reason, I am proud to recognize Faith, 1993-2000. Ms. Murphy has been a and has taken advantage of our cut- Burgdorff sales associates producing Joyce and Carol for their truly out- New Jersey real estate professional ting edge training and focus ses- over $8 million in sales dollar volume standing efforts.” for 11 years and resides in Cranford. sions to help her clients and expand She is an active member of the her own production. Ms. Murphy Cranford Junior Woman’s Club, the has a vast knowledge of the Garden Club of Cranford and the Cranford-Westfield vicinity, along Junior League of Elizabeth- with a comprehensive understand- Plainfield, and is a Trustee of the ing of the area.” Gina Suriano-Barber Named VISITING AUTHOR…Sherry Ross, a local author who has recently published “The Light of Lucinda,” discussed the role of scientific information and fantasy Listing Agent of the Month in her novel with sixth graders at Roosevelt Intermediate School in Westfield. WESTFIELD — Gina Suriano- She is a lifelong Scotch Plains Two students, Kate Kovalenko and Courtney Phillips, discussed the writing Barber, a Broker/Sales Associate with resident with over 12 years experi- process and details about Ms. Ross’ novel during a lunch session with the author. Burgdorff Realtors ERA’s Westfield ence selling residential homes in office, recently earned kudos for hav- Union County. Ms. Suriano-Barber PROFESSIONAL OFFICE BUILDING ing been named Listing Agent of the has extensive knowledge of the mar- month for April 2001, with five units keting area, specializing in Westfield, listed and dollars amounting to over Scotch Plains and Fanwood. $1.6 million. Judith A. 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PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Legal Advertising ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as a professional service or extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and the resolution authorizing it is available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE RESOLUTION NO.: 509-2001 AWARDED TO: Vita Tech Engineering, TOWN OF WESTFIELD 15414 Beachview Drive, Montclair, Virginia NOTICE OF FINAL ADOPTION SERVICES: To inspect and prepare an engineering report on Electro Magnetic Fields The Lease Ordinance published herewith has been finally adopted by the governing body of the Town of Westfield, Union County, in (EMF) at Runnells Specialized Hospital. the State of New Jersey, by the recorded affirmative votes of at least two-thirds (2/3rds) of the full membership of the governing body COST: $2,400 on May 22, 2001, and the twenty (20) day period of limitation within which a suit, action or proceeding questioning the validity of such M. Elizabeth Genievich Ordinance can be commenced, as provided by Law, has begun to run from the date of the first publication of this statement. Clerk of the Board Bernard A. Heeney, Jr. 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $20.91 Town Clerk Town of Westfield County of Union, New Jersey PUBLIC NOTICE SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 2028 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OR ACKNOW-LEDGEMENT AND DELIVERY BY THE TOWN OF UNION COUNTY BOARD MEMORIAL PLANTING…Students and staff at Washington Elementary School WESTFIELD (THE “MUNICIPALITY”) OF CERTAIN LEASE AGREEMENTS IN RELATION TO THE UNION COUNTY OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS in Westfield celebrated Arbor Day with a special memorial planting for two IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION LEASE REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2001 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD beloved teachers who recently passed away. After a tribute from Principal Joseph (CAPITAL EQUIPMENT LEASE PROGRAM). Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 Malagna, select fifth graders recited poetry and planted two cherry blossom trees Public Notice is hereby given that the WHEREAS, the Union County Improvement Authority (the “Authority”) has been duly created by a resolution of the Board of Chosen in front of the school, in memory of teachers, Lynne Miller and Roberta Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Freeholders (the “Board of Freeholders”) of the County of Union, New Jersey (the “County”), as a public body corporate and politic of Eizenberg. Specially engraved memorial plaques will be dedicated in September. ers has awarded a contract without com- the State of New Jersey (the “State”) pursuant to and in accordance with the County Improvement Authorities Law, constituting Chapter petitive bidding as a professional service or 183 of the Pamphlet Laws of 1960 of the State, as amended and supplemented from time to time (the “Act”); and extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- WHEREAS, the Municipality is interested in participating in the Authority’s Capital Equipment Lease Program for the year 2001 (the ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- “Program”); and Weichert, Realtors Associates tract and the resolution authorizing it is WHEREAS, to provide for the financing of the Program, Municipality, as lessee, will enter into a “Capital Equipment Lease Agreement” available for public inspection in the Office (the “Lease Agreement”), pursuant to the terms of which the Authority will lease the Authority’s right, title and interest in and to certain of the Clerk of the Board. capital equipment (the “Equipment”) to be acquired in exchange for payment by Municipality of certain general obligation lease payments, RESOLUTION NO.: 531-2001 which lease payments will secure the payment of the principal of and redemption premium, if any, and interest on the Bonds (hereinafter Cited for Accomplishments AWARDED TO: NEWTECH Recycling defined); and Inc., 111 Chimney Rock Road, Building 2, WHEREAS, the Authority intends to finance the Program and the acquisition of Equipment through the issuance of one or more series WESTFIELD — Harvey Tekel, Million Dollar Sales and Marketed Bridgewater, New Jersey of its “General Obligation Capital Equipment Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2001”(the “Bonds”) in an aggregate principal amount of not Branch Manager, has announced that Clubs and Weichert’s 2000 SERVICES: For the collection, demanu- to exceed $15,000,000; and facture, recycling and disposal of all materi- WHEREAS, the Bonds shall have such other terms as set forth in that certain resolution authorizing the issuance of the “Union County two sales associates at the Westfield Ambassador’s Club. als collected from residents schools and Improvement Authority General Obligation Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (Capital Equipment Lease Program)” of the Union County Office of Weichert, Realtors have Lola Reed led the office in listings governments during four (4) one-day events. Improvement Authority to be adopted by the Authority prior to the issuance of the Bonds (the “Bond Resolution”; the Bond Resolution, been honored in April for their ac- and listings sold throughout April. COST: $10,000 and any amendments or supplements thereto in accordance with the terms thereof may be collectively referred to as the “Bond complishments. Ms. Reed is a member of the 2000 M. Elizabeth Genievich Resolution”); and Clerk of the Board WHEREAS, the payment of the principal of and redemption premium, if any, and interest on the Bonds will be secured by certain general Holly Cohen led the office in sales, New Jersey Million Dollar Club at 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $22.44 obligation lease payments of the Municipality under the Lease Agreement, to be dated as of the first day of the month of issuance of the revenue units and dollar volume dur- the silver level. Furthermore, she Bonds; and ing April. Ms. Cohen is a member of earned a place in Weichert’s 2000 PUBLIC NOTICE WHEREAS, the principal of (including sinking fund installments, if any) and interest on the Bonds when due may be insured by a the 2000 New Jersey Million Dollar Million Dollar Sales and Marketed municipal bond insurance company (the “Bond Insurer”) in accordance with the terms of a new issue municipal bond insurance policy Club at the silver level. In addition, Clubs and Weichert’s 2000 SHERIFF’S SALE (the “Bond Insurance Policy”) if it is determined by the Authority, in its sole discretion, to be in the best interest of the Authority and the SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Municipality; and she earned a place in Weichert’s 2000 Ambassador’s Club. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, WHEREAS, in order to market and sell the Bonds, (i) the Authority shall issue a Preliminary Official Statement (the “POS”) and a final DOCKET NO. F-4682-00 Official Statement (the “OS”), (ii) the Authority shall enter into a negotiated sale of the Bonds with one or more underwriters (collectively, CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE the “underwriter”) pursuant to the terms of a bond purchase agreement (the “BPA”), (iii) the Authority, the Municipality and the Trustee Burgdorff ERA Associates CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. RAFAEL for the Bonds, or any successor thereto in accordance with the terms of the Bond Resolution (the “Trustee”), shall enter into a continuing NOVA, ET AL., DEFENDANT. Disclosure Agreement (the “Continuing Disclosure Agreement”) upon the issuance of the Bonds if necessary, convenient, useful or CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, desirable in connection with Rule 15c2-12 promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission Act of 1934, as amended, or any DATED MARCH 09, 2001 FOR SALE OF successor rule or regulation thereto (“Rule 15c2-12”), (iv) the Municipality shall make certain representations, warranties and covenants Earn Top Production Honors MORTGAGED PREMISES. regarding, among other things, the equipment to be acquired and the Bonds in Letter of Representations (the “Participant Letter”) and By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- a Tax Letter of Representations (the “Participant Tax Letter”, and together with the participant Letter, the “Participant Letters”), and (v) WESTFIELD — The Burgdorff New Jersey real estate market,” said tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by the Municipality and the Authority shall take such actions and shall authorize, execute or acknowledge, as the case may be, and deliver ERA Westfield office was recently Judy Sagan, Vice President and Man- public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- such other documents, instruments or certificates as Bond Counsel to the Authority and to the Municipality deem necessary, convenient, useful or desirable in order to issue the Bonds (collectively, the “Certificate”, and together with the Bond Resolution, Lease Agreement, honored with the company-wide ager of the Burgdorff ERA Westfield tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Office Production Award for Total office. “They provide sophisticated, Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on the Bonds, the Bond Insurance Policy, the POS, the OS, the BPA, the Continuing Disclosure Agreement and the Participant Letters, WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF JUNE the “Financing Documents”); and Units. The award was based on Janu- state-of-the-art service to every client A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 13 (“Section 13”) of the Act (N.J.S.A. 40:37A-56), prior to the issuance of the Bonds, the ary production. and offer a level of customer service said day. All successful bidders must have Authority shall make a detailed report with respect to such financing to the Board of Freeholders, which report shall include copies or a description of, without limitation, the Financing Documents; “The sales associates at the exceeding real estate industry stan- 20% of their bid available in cash or certified Westfield office are leaders in the dards. I am proud to be a part of this check at the conclusion of the sales. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, IN THE COUNTY OF The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED UNION, NEW JERSEY as follows: talented team of professionals.” SEVENTY FOUR THOUSAND ONE- Section 1. Pursuant to Section 78 of the County Improvement Authorities Law, N.J.S.A. §40:48-1 et seq., the Municipality is hereby PUBLIC NOTICE HUNDRED NINETY FOUR & 25/100 authorized and directed to enter into and perform the Lease Agreement, which Lease Agreement provides for the leasing of certain items PUBLIC NOTICE ($174,194.25). of Equipment acquired with the proceeds of the Union County Improvement Authority’s “Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (Capital SHERIFF’S SALE Municipality: City of Elizabeth Lease Program)” (the “Bonds”) to be issued by the Authority under a resolution of the Authority to be adopted by the Authority entitled SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE Street Address: 505 Edgar Road, Eliza- “Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of General Obligation Guaranteed Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (Capital Equipment Lease CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, beth, New Jersey, 07201 Program) and Additional Bonds of The Union County Improvement Authority” (the “General Bond Resolution”). The Lease Agreement, DOCKET NO. F-4850-00 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Tax Lot No.: 396W04 in substantially the form submitted herewith as Exhibit A (a copy of which is on file in the office of the Clerk of the Municipality), is hereby SOURCE ONE CORPORATION, DOCKET NO. F-17258-00 Tax Block No.: 4 approved with such changes, amendments or modifications as may be approved by counsel or bond counsel to the Municipality and bond PLAINTIFF vs. ELBA GUADALUPE UNION COUNTY SAVINGS BANK, Approximate dimensions: 37.50 feet x counsel to the Authority. CUBIAS; ET ALS, DEFENDANT. PLAINTIFF vs. AMARILIS A. TORRES; JAS- 125.00 feet x 14.31 feet x 25.00 feet x 35.10 Section 2. The Mayor, Business Administrator or Authorized Municipal Representative and the Chief Financial Officer of the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, MINE NOVA, OCCUPANT, DEFENDANT. feet x 98.32 feet Municipality (collectively, the “Authorized Officer”) are hereby each severally authorized and directed, upon the satisfaction of all the legal DATED MARCH 06, 2001 FOR SALE OF CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Nearest cross street: South Elmora Avenue conditions precedent to the execution or acknowledgment and delivery by the Municipality of the Financing Documents to be so executed MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED FEBRUARY 09, 2001 FOR SALE There is due approximately the sum of or acknowledged by the Municipality, to execute or acknowledge and deliver such documents in substantially the forms attached hereto By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY TWO THOU- as Exhibit A, with such changes thereto as the Authorized Officer, after consultation with counsel to the Municipality, bond counsel to tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- SAND FOUR-HUNDRED TWENTY ONE the Municipality and other professional advisors to the Municipality, the Authority and County (the “Consultants”), deems in his sole public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by & 77/100 ($182,421.77) together with lawful discretion to be necessary, desirable or convenient for the execution thereof and to consummate the transactions contemplated hereby, tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- interest and costs. which execution thereof shall conclusively evidence the Authorized Officer’s approval of any changes to the forms thereof. Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNES- tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown There is a full legal description on file in Section 3. The Clerk of the Municipality is hereby authorized and directed, upon the execution or acknowledgment of the documents set DAY THE 13TH DAY OF JUNE A.D., 2001 Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on the Union County Sheriff’s Office. forth in Section 2 hereof in accordance with the terms of Section 2 hereof, to attest to the Authorized Officer’s execution or acknowledgment at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All WEDNESDAY THE 30TH DAY OF MAY The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn of such documents and is hereby further authorized and directed to thereupon affix the seal of the Municipality to such documents. successful bidders must have 20% of their A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of this sale. Section 4. Upon the execution or acknowledgment and attestation of and if required, the placing of the seal on the documents set forth bid available in cash or certified check at the said day. All successful bidders must have RALPH FROEHLICH in Section 3 hereof as contemplated by Sections 2 and 3 hereof, the Authorized Officer is hereby authorized and directed to (i) deliver conclusion of the sales. 20% of their bid available in cash or certified SHERIFF the fully executed or acknowledged, attested and sealed documents to the other parties thereto and (ii) perform such other actions as The judgment amount is SEVENTY FIVE check at the conclusion of the sales. PLUESE, ETTIN, BECKER the Authorized Officer deems necessary, desirable or convenient in relation to the execution and delivery thereof. THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED SEVENTY The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED & SALTZMAN Section 5. The full faith and credit of the Municipality are hereby pledged to the punctual payment of the obligations set forth in the Lease SEVEN & 21/100 ($75,677.21). TWENTY FIVE THOUSAND EIGHT-HUN- A DIV. OF KATZ, ETTIN, LEVINE, authorized by this ordinance, including without limitations, (i) all Basic Rent and Rent obligations of the Municipality under the Lease The property to be sold is located in the DRED FORTY & 42/100 ($125,840.42). 905 North Kings Highway including, Authority Administrative Expenses and Additional Rent, and (ii) all direct and indirect costs of the Authority related to the CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07208, The property to be sold is located in ELIZA- Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 enforcement of the Lease Agreement, (collectively, the “Lease Payment Obligation”). The Lease Payment Obligation under the Lease County of UNION and State of New Jersey. BETH, in the County of UNION, and the CH-755903 (WL) Agreement shall be a direct, unlimited and general obligations of the Municipality, not subject to annual appropriation by the Municipality, Commonly known as: 104 SAYRE State of New Jersey. 4 T - 5/24, 5/31, 6/7 pursuant to the County Improvement Authorities Law, and unless paid from other sources, the Municipality shall be obligated to levy ad STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY Commonly known as: 38-40 CEDAR AV- & 6/14/01 Fee: $175.44 valorem taxes upon all the taxable property within the Municipality for the payment of the Lease Payment Obligation thereunder without 07208. ENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07202 limitation as to rate or amount. Tax Lot No. 1305 W13 in Block No. 13 Tax Lot No. 136.A1, in Block No. WARD 6 PUBLIC NOTICE The Mayor or an Authorized Municipal Representative is hereby authorized and directed to execute the Lease Agreement on behalf Dimension of Lot: approximately 18.36 Dimensions of Lot (Approximately) 30 of the Municipality in substantially such form as attached hereto in Exhibit A and the Clerk of the Municipality is hereby authorized and feet wide by 95 feet long feet wide by 100 feet long. directed to attest to such signature and affix the seal of the Municipality thereto. All representatives, officials and employees of the BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Nearest Cross Street: Cherry Street Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the Municipality are hereby authorized and directed to enforce and to implement provisions of the Lease. Situated at a point on the southerly side- SOUTHEASTERLY side of CEDAR LANE, NOTICE TO BIDDERS Section 6. The following additional matters are hereby determined, declared, recited and stated: line of Sayre Street distance approximately distant 65 feet from the NORTHEAST- (1) The maximum principal amount for which the Municipality shall be obligated hereunder for the payment of principal of and interest NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed 54.20 feet westerly from its intersection with ERLY side of SOUTH ELMORA AVENUE. on the Bonds of the Authority shall not exceed the sum necessary to acquire the Municipality’s Equipment described in Exhibit bids will be received by the Borough of the westerly sideline of Cherry Street. There is due approximately the sum of B attached hereto and made a part hereof which will be subject to the Lease and to pay the Municipality’s share of the costs of Fanwood (“Fanwood”) for the installation of There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY TWO THOU- issuance, Authority Administrative Expenses, Additional rent, and all other amounts required to be paid by the Municipality under a THREE BAY DEPARTMENT OF PUB- EIGHTY THOUSAND FOUR-HUNDRED SAND ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT the Lease Agreement. LIC WORKS/MUNICIPAL GARAGE AD- TEN & 17/100 ($80,410.17) together with & 43/100 ($132,128.43) together with lawful (2) The Bonds shall mature within ten (10) years of the date of issue. DITION and all work incidental thereto, and lawful interest and costs. interest and costs. (3) The Lease Payment Obligation authorized herein shall remain effective until all the Authority’s Bonds shall have been paid in full such bids shall be received, opened and There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in in accordance with their terms and/or when all obligations of the Municipality under the Lease Agreement have been satisfied, read in public at the Borough Hall, 75 North the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. notwithstanding the occurrence of any other event, including but not limited to the termination of the Lease Agreement with Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, on The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn respect to some or all of the items of Equipment leased thereunder. MONDAY, June 4, 2001 at 10:00 AM local this sale. this sale. (4) The Items of Equipment described in Exhibit B are hereby approved to be leased from the Authority in accordance with the terms prevailing time. After the proposals have RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH of the Lease Agreement, with such changes, amendments or modifications as may be approved by counsel or bond counsel to been opened and reviewed and examined SHERIFF SHERIFF the Authority. by Fanwood’s representatives, the results FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. FRANK J. MARTONE, P.C. – Section 7. The governing body of the Municipality hereby authorize the performance of any act, the execution or acknowledgment and will be made public, but until the actual Suite 201 COUNSELLORS-AT-LAW delivery of any other document, instrument or closing certificates, which the Authorized Officer, after consultation with the Consultants, award and execution of contract, Fanwood 7 Century Drive 4 Brighton Road deems necessary, desirable or convenient in connection with this contemplated transaction, and the governing body hereby directs the reserves its right to reject all proposals. Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Clifton, New Jersey 07012 Authorized Officer to execute or acknowledge, and cause the Clerk of the Municipality to attest and affix the seal to any such documents, Complete sets of the bid documents for the CH-755889 (WL) CH-755867 (WL) instruments or closing certificates, the authorization of which actions shall be conclusively evidenced by the execution or acknowledg- proposed work are on file in the Office of the 4 T - 5/17, 5/24, 5/31 4 T – 5/3, 5/10, 5/17 ment, attestation, affixation and delivery, as the case may be, thereof by such persons. Such closing certificates shall include, without Borough Clerk at Fanwood’s Municipal Build- & 6/7/01 Fee: $181.56 & 5/24/01 Fee: $179.52 limitation, (a) a determination that any information provided by the Municipality in connection with the preparation and distribution of the ing, 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, (i) any preliminary official statement or supplement with relation to the Bonds is “deemed final” for the purposes and within the meaning New Jersey, and may be examined Monday of Rule 15c2-12, promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission pursuant to the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE through Friday between the hours of 9:00 AM amended (“Rule 15c2-12”) and (ii) any official statement or supplement with relation to the Bonds constitutes a final Official Statement and 3:00 PM, except holidays. Copies may SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE for the purposes and within the meaning of Rule 15c2-12, (b) a determination that the Municipality Continuing Disclosure Agreement be obtained by prospective bidders as of SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, complies with Rule 15c2-12,(c) a determination that any information provided by or on behalf of the Municipality or relating to the Thursday, May 24, 2001 upon application CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Municipality, the Initial Project, the Financing Documents or the transactions contemplated thereby in connection with the preparation to the Borough Clerk and payment of a non- DOCKET NO. F-4433-00 DOCKET NO. F-10340-00 and distribution of any such Preliminary Official Statement or the Official Statement complies with Section 10 and Rule 10b-5 of the refundable fee of $20.00. WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGIS- Securities Exchange Act, and (d) any representations, warranties, covenants, certificates or instruments required by any issuer of a Bids must be submitted by the date and INC. F/K/A NORWEST MORTGAGE, TRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ITS SUCCES- municipal bond insurance policy or any other form of credit enhancement securing all or a portion of the Bonds or the issuer of a rating time provided above; on the standard pro- INC., PLAINTIFF vs. YANIRA R. SORS AND ASSIGNS, AS NOMINEE FOR on all or a portion thereof. posal forms provided, in the manner desig- CARDOZA, ET AL., DEFENDANT. HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORA- Section 8. Upon the payment of all amounts referred in Section 6 herein, the full faith and credit pledge of the Municipality as to its Lease nated in the bid documents and required by CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, TION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND AS- Payment Obligations authorized herein shall cease to exist. the specifications; must be enclosed in a DATED MARCH 12, 2001 FOR SALE OF SIGNS, PLAINTIFF vs. WALTER DIAZ, Section 9. The provisions of the ordinance are severable. To the extent any clause, phrase, sentence, paragraph or provision of this sealed envelope bearing the name and ad- MORTGAGED PREMISES. ET AL, DEFENDANT. ordinance shall be declared invalid, illegal or unconstitutional, the remaining provisions shall continue to be in full force and effect. dress of the bidder, addressed to the Bor- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Section 10. The Municipal Clerk is hereby directed to publish and post notice of this ordinance as required by law. ough Clerk of Fanwood, with words, “Three tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by DATED DECEMBER 29, 2000 FOR SALE Section 11. Upon the adoption hereof, the Municipal Clerk shall forward certified copies of this ordinance to the Mayor, Town Administrator, Bay Municipal Garage Addition” placed public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Chief Financial Officer, Municipal Attorney, the Authority, and Frohling, Hudak & McCarthy, P.C., Bond Counsel to the Authority. on the outside of the envelope in the lower tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Section 12. This ordinance shall take effect twenty (20) days after final adoption and publication in accordance with applicable law. left-hand corner; and be accompanied by Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by either a certified check, cashier’s check or EXHIBIT B WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DAY OF JUNE public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- bid bond drawn to the order of Fanwood for Capital Equipment Lease Program — Series 2001 A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown not less than ten (10%) percent of the amount Participation Form said day. All successful bidders must have Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on of the bid, but not in excess of Twenty 20% of their bid available in cash or certified WEDNESDAY THE 6TH DAY OF JUNE Governmental Entity: Town of Westfield Thousand ($20,000) Dollars except as oth- check at the conclusion of the sales. A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of Contact Person: Thomas B. Shannon, Town Administrator erwise provided by N.J.S.A. 40A:11-21. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED said day. All successful bidders must have Telephone Number: 908-789-4040 Bidder must also furnish at the time the bid NINETY SEVEN THOUSAND FIVE-HUN- 20% of their bid available in cash or certified Fax Number: 908-233-3077 is submitted a Consent of Surety with power DRED FIFTY NINE & 73/100 ($197,559.73). check at the conclusion of the sales. of attorney and financial statement evidenc- Estimated Useful Property to be sold is located in the City The judgment amount is THIRTY TWO ing that a performance bond with material Quantity Equipment Description Estimate Cost Life for Financing of Elizabeth, County of Union and State THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED FIFTY and payment bond in the full amount of the 1 Dump Truck with Snow Plow $85,000 5 of New Jersey NINE & 64/100 ($32,559.64). contract price shall be provided at the ex- 1 Mason Dump Truck 30,000 5 Premises commonly known as 825 PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED pense of the Bidder to Fanwood at the time 1 Packer Truck (Garbage) 85,000 5 Rebecca Place, Elizabeth, New Jersey IN THE CITY OF ELIZABETH, COUNTY OF designated by Fanwood for the execution of 1 Salt Storage Shed 100,000 20 07201 UNION AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY. the contract. No bid may be withdrawn within 1 Engineering Computer Equipment BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 7, BLOCK COMMONLY KNOWN AS 817 GIBBONS sixty (60) days of the date specified for the (GIS&GPS) 15,000 5 NO. 1055, on the official Tax Map of the City COURT, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY. receipt of bids except as provided for in of Elizabeth TAX LOT NO. 565 BLOCK NO. 4 N.J.S.A. 40A:11-24. Bidders are required to 1 Fire Department Pumper Truck 360,000 10 Dimensions: 25 feet x 125 feet x 25 feet DIMENSIONS: 175 X 26 comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. Fire Fighting Equipment 30,000 5 x 125 feet NEAREST CROSS STREET: GRIER 10:5-31 et seq. (L 1975, c. 127). Police Dept. Computer Equipment 13,000 5 Nearest Cross Street: Division Street AVENUE The specifications may contain a com- Police Dept. Radios & Radar Equipment 22,820 10 There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of plete set of bidding and contract forms. If so, Police Equipment (Light Bars & TWO-HUNDRED NINE THOUSAND THIRTY EIGHT THOUSAND SEVEN- they are for the convenience of bidders and Video Camera) 10,050 5 FIVE-HUNDRED THIRTY SIX & 66/100 HUNDRED EIGHTY FIVE & 17/100 are not to be detached from the specifica- Municipal Building Telephone System 55,000 10 ($209,536.66) together with lawful interest ($38,785.17) together with lawful interest tions or filled out or executed. Separate Municipal Building Voice/Data Wiring 50,000 10 and costs. and costs. copies of the “bid” proposal and other sub- Sewer & Catch Basin Trucks 235,000 5 There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in mittals will be furnished for that purpose in Municipal Information, Data, Technology the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. duplicate, one to be submitted with each bid & Computer Equipment 100,000 5 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn and one to be retained by the bidder for his TOTAL EQUIPMENT $955,870 this sale. this sale. (its) records. RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH Please Check here if you will NOT participate in the Capital Equipment Lease Program - Series 2001 The right is reserved by Fanwood to reject SHERIFF SHERIFF any or all bids if deemed to be in the interest Union County Improvement Authority FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. LYONS, DOUGHTY & VELDHUIS, P.C. of Fanwood to do so, to waive any informali- 10 Cherry Street Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza Suite 310 ties in the bids received and to accept the Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207 216 Haddon Avenue 1288 Route 73, P.O. Box 1269 lowest responsible bid. Telephone No.: 908-820-9710 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Mt. Laurel, New Jersey 08054 Eleanor McGovern Fax No.: 908-820-9670 CH-755897 (WL) CH-755877 (WL) Borough Clerk 4 T - 5/17, 5/24, 5/31 4 T - 5/10, 5/17, 5/24 1 T – 5/24/01, The Times Fee: $65.28 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $423.81 & 6/7/01 Fee: $181.56 & 5/31/01 Fee: $181.56 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 24, 2001 Page 19 F-SP Rotary Club Recognizes Carol Wood as Top Volunteer GARWOOD — Each year, the besides her recent election to the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary Club Borough Council. gives recognition to a person who Mrs. Wood’s International service has gone “above and beyond” in took focus last year as she worked on giving of their time and talent to the the club’s “Gift of Life” project. The community, both local and global. “Gift of Life” brought 10-month-old This year, the Rotary Club’s hon- Dylan, and his mother, from Panama oree as Volunteer of the Year was to the United States so that he could Carol Wood, a longtime resident of have life saving, open-heart surgery. Fanwood, who was recognized dur- Beyond that, Mrs. Wood has con- ing the club’s Volunteer of the Year tinually supported the Rotary Foun- Award Dinner April 18 at The dation. Westwood in Garwood. Mrs. Wood is Vice President of “People have to really get to know Century 21, Taylor & Love Realtors Carol to realize how very active, in Westfield. She has been a Century energetic and effective she has been 21 Million Dollar Club member for in making life better for all of us. 23 years and a member of the GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND...Carol Wood, the Fanwood-Scotch Plains That is because she is so modest and Westfield Board of Realtors since Rotary Club’s Volunteer of the Year Award recipient, third from right, is humble on the subject of her accom- 1972, holding a position on the Board flanked by, pictured left to right: Fanwood Mayor Louis C. Jung, Adrienne plishments,” said Rotary Club of Directors since 1987. Bzura, Rotary International District 7510 Governor; Andy Calamaras, Past spokesman Joseph P. Qutub. In addition to her Rotary volunteer President; Karin Dreixler, Rotary Club President, and Roger Love. “She is not one to announce or talk dedication, Mrs. Wood has been a about all that she is doing. It seems as member of the Fanwood-Scotch though the word ‘no’ is just not part Plains YMCA Board of Directors for Business Group to Present of Carol’s vocabulary,” Mr. Qutub over 20 years. She was President of added. the board from 1987 to 1993, and Rotary International District 7510 currently serves as Vice President in 7th Car Show-Craft Fair Governor Adrienne Bzura presented charge of fundraising. Mrs. Wood with an award for her Mrs. Wood said she was “abso- SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch A 10-foot by 10-foot space is $40 efforts in the Rotary Four Avenues of lutely thrilled” by the award and Plains Business and Professional and crafters must bring their own Service. These encompass Club, gave thanks to all of her families that Association (SPBPA) will hold its tables. Spaces will be on the Village Vocational, Community, and Inter- were present that evening. She ex- Seventh Annual Classic Car Show, Green and on adjoining sidewalks HELPING POOR CHILDREN...Rotary District Governor, District 7510, national Service. plained that here, families included Street Fair and Craft Fair on Sunday, and streets if necessary. Adrienne J. Bzura, presented a banner to Dr. William J. Foley, President of the Fanwood Mayor Louis C. Jung not only her family of origin, but also June 10, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with Those crafters interested in par- Rotary Club of Westfield, in recognition of the club’s financial contribution to had two presentations for her. One a rain date two weeks later on Sun- ticipating are asked to call Lisa Mohn “Rotaplast,” a project that provides surgery for cleft lips and cleft palates to her families in the Rotary, in busi- was a resolution from the Fanwood ness and the community. day, June 24. of Apple Blossom Flower Shop at poor children in other countries. Borough Council commending Mrs. The event has drawn between 5,000 (908) 322-4999. and 8,000 people in past years. The Individuals who own a classic Wood for her diverse and extensive PUBLIC NOTICE work with many municipal commit- SPBPA is looking for “quality car and would like to enter it in the Westfield Rotary Recognized tees. Mrs. Wood is a freshman mem- SHERIFF’S SALE crafters” who would like to partici- Car Show should call Steve ber of the governing body. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, pate in the event. Hoeckele at (908) 233-3343. The CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, The Association, in emphasizing The other was an award from DOCKET NO. F-16992-00 cost to register a car is $10. Tro- For Support of ‘Rotaplast’ United States Congressman Michael CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE that the event is not a flea market, phies will be awarded and a com- WESTFIELD — This year, the issues and advise on dentistry, A. Ferguson, who could not be present CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. MELVIN asked that only crafters with high memorative patch will be given to SILVA, ET ALS., DEFENDANT. quality merchandise call the SPBPA. all who attend the show. Rotary Club of Westfield made a speech pathology and other issues, for the ceremony. Mrs. Wood was CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, substantial donation to the Rotary Mr. Hunsinger said. given a Certificate of Congressional DATED FEBRUARY 28, 2001 FOR SALE International service project Rotary clubs in host countries make Recognition for her varied volunteer OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. “Rotaplast” (Rotary + Plastic Sur- all arrangements with hospitals and efforts. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution to me directed I shall expose for sale by gery). select candidates for surgery. They Mrs. Wood has been a Rotary Club public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- Rotary District Governor also arrange accommodations and member since 1993, serving in many tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Adrienne J. Bzura attended last transportation for visiting medical capacities, including Past President, Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on week’s Rotary meeting and pre- teams and patients. current Fundraiser Chairwoman and WEDNESDAY THE 6TH DAY OF JUNE A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of sented a recognition banner to Ro- Mr. Hunsinger said a mission cov- a “Paul Harris Fellow” recipient. said day. All successful bidders must have tary Club President Dr. William J. ering 100 children costs about $400 In terms of community service, 20% of their bid available in cash or certified 908~346~1111 Foley. Rotarian Gary Hunsinger, a per child. Transportation, lodging Mrs. Wood has served on the check at the conclusion of the sales. member of the Rotary Club of and food is provided for medical Fanwood Community Assessment The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED NINETY THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED H From Architects to Zoning and Everything in between. Piscataway, gave a presentation and professionals, while Rotarians pay Committee, Strategic Planning Com- FIVE & 01/100 ($190,205.01). slide show on the work carried out their own transportation expenses to mittee, Board of Health, Board of Property to be sold is located in the City Adjustment and Planning Board, of Elizabeth, County of Union and State by a medical team and Rotarian the host countries. GENERAL CONTRACTOR ~ LICENSED REAL ESTATE BROKER volunteers sent to Argentina. of New Jersey Premises commonly known as 1025 Rotarian Hunsinger noted that PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Louisa Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207 Rotaplast has sent 24 medical mis- SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 8-1154, sions to five Latin American coun- UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY BLOCK NO. 8, on the official Tax Map of the tries since 1993 and is currently or- SEALED PROPOSALS City of Elizabeth NOTICE TO BIDDERS ganizing 15 trips per year to provide Dimensions: 100 feet x 30 feet x 100 feet plastic surgery and educate local sur- Public Notice is hereby given that sealed proposals for the following will be opened by x 30 feet geons in remedial skills for cleft lips Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools located at Evergreen Avenue and Cedar Street, Nearest Cross Street: Jackson Avenue Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076, on Tuesday, June 19, 2001, at 2:00 PM: There is due approximately the sum of and cleft palates in South America. TWO-HUNDRED THOUSAND SEVEN- Various Schools Statistics show that South Ameri- HUNDRED NINETY SIX & 29/100 Electrical Installations can children are three times more ($200,796.29) together with lawful interest likely to be born with clefts than in Bidding documents may be inspected Monday through Friday during the hours of 8 AM and costs. the United States. Consequently, until 3 PM at the offices of the Engineer, ENERGY FOR AMERICA, INC., 675 Morris There is a full legal description on file in Avenue, Springfield, New Jersey 07081, 973-467-9560. Copies may be obtained in person the Union County Sheriff’s Office. in addition to surgery, the teams or by mail upon payment by check to the Engineer of a non-refundable fee of $15 per set with The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn conduct research into causes of the project name noted on the check. this sale. these deformities, counsel child- Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of Chapter 127, P.L. 1975, , RALPH FROEHLICH Brick Front Split bearing women on diet and other (N.J.A.C. 17:27) (Public Contracts Affirmative Action Statute), the requirements of Chapter SHERIFF Fanwood - Quiet street. 74’x120’ lot, 7 rooms 3 Bedrooms, 1-1/2 Baths. 238, P.L. 1999 (The Public Works Contractor Registration Act), and with any and all other FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. Federal and New Jersey Statutes. Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza Powder Room & Family Room renovated 1999. Living & Dining Room PUBLIC NOTICE The Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A 216 Haddon Avenue hardwood floors refinished. Good closet space, storage. (Public School Contracts Law) and to waive informalities. Westmont, New Jersey 08108 ---Page Pete! $279,900 UNION COUNTY BOARD Mr. Anthony Del Sordi CH-755881 (WL) OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Business Administrator 4 T - 5/10, 5/17, 5/24 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD 1 T – 5/24/01, The Times Fee: $43.86 & 5/31/01 Fee: $177.48 Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as a professional service or extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and the resolution authorizing it is available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. RESOLUTION NO.: 530-2001 (Amending Resolution No. 24-2001) AWARDED TO: Mediasquared, 65 Church Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey SERVICES: To provide additional consulting services to the Union County De- Classic Colonial partment of Economic Development for the Douglas M. Fasciale purpose of initiating the “Expansion Phase” Westfield - Large modern (1985) Eat-In-Kitchen, Beautiful parquet floors with of the County’s image building campaign. walnut inlays in the Living Room, Dining Room and Den. 2 full Baths, main COST: In an additional amount of $7,500 Bath new 1998. 4 Bedrooms with good closet space, fireplace, roof 1996. for a new contract amount not to exceed $87,000. ---Page Pete! $339,900 M. Elizabeth Genievich Clerk of the Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $24.48 PUBLIC NOTICE by the Supreme Court of New Jersey SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-8029-00 BANKERS TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. REGINA CONDEZ, ET AL., DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Concentrating in personal injury DATED OCTOBER 05, 2000 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution to me directed I shall expose for sale by Inviting 1920’s Colonial public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- and malpractice cases. Westfield - Family Room & Den! 2 Full Baths. Charming Eat-In-Kitchen. 1st floor has beautiful tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on oak hardwood floors and chestnut woodwork. Total of 9 rooms, 4 Bedrooms, deck, fireplace. WEDNESDAY THE 6TH DAY OF JUNE ---Page Pete! $350,000 A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED NINETY SEVEN THOUSAND ONE-HUN- Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP DRED NINETY & 99/100 ($197,190.99). DOCKET NO: F-8029-00 MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW Attorneys At Law - A Full Service Firm JERSEY STREET & STREET NO: 54 Elmora Avenue TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: BLOCK NO.: 13 LOT NO.: 511 DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 111 FEET X 46.66 FEET 40 Paterson Street 116 S. Euclid Avenue NEAREST CROSS STREET: 46.66 feet from Murray Avenue. Starter Split There is due approximately the sum of Westfield - Central Air! Kitchen upgraded 1996, 4 closets in the Master TWO-HUNDRED TWELVE THOUSAND New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Westfield, NJ 07090 SIX-HUNDRED THIRTY TWO & 51/100 Bedroom. 3 Bedrooms, grade level Laundry, hardwood floors, Recreation Room. ($212,632.51) together with lawful interest ---Page Pete! $235,000 and costs. (732) 545-4717 (908) 232-9944 There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. Peter Hogaboom, RALPH FROEHLICH ABR, CRS, GRI SHERIFF Broker Associate WILLIAM M.E. POWERS, JR. [email protected] CHARTERED Pete’s Marketing... Selling Distinctive Homes Since 1986 737 Stokes Road 223 Elmer Street Westfield New Jersey 07090 PO Box 1088 www.hoaglandlongo.com • Office: (908) 233-9292 • Fax: 908 233-9902 Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 • Pager: (908) 965-6713 • Res: (908) 233-2477 CH-755597 (WL) To see 6 color photos of above listings go to: 4 T - 5/10, 5/17, 5/24 • Website: arsdata.com/hogaboom • E-Mail: [email protected] & 5/31/01 Fee: $181.56 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, May 24, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Principal Dr. Heisey Park Middle School Reveals Announces Honor Rolls for Third Marking Period Honor Rolls for Marking Pd. SCOTCH PLAINS – The names Gregory Brand Heather Pasko SCOTCH PLAINS –The names Laura Manziano Matthew J. Wellinger Nicholas G. Sette Michael J. Hughes Alia A. Shaalan of students placed on the Distin- Colin Campbell Tiffany Pasko of students placed on the third mark- Peter A. Maricic Amanda Williams Delsa R. Slaugh Michael A. Kaiser Jason Subbie guished Honor Roll and regular Ashley Castore Christopher Pflaum ing period High Honor Roll and Jenna M. Marionni Sara C. Woods Bruce J. Smith, Jr. Tiffany A. Kane Danielle R. Turner Honor Roll at Park Middle School in Michelle Chan Jeffrey Pober Honor Roll were recently an- HIGH HONOR ROLL Kristin A. Stiffler Brian W. Kaplun Robert O. Wallden, 3rd Scotch Plains were recently an- Maximillian DelNegro Kelley Prestridge nounced by Scotch Plains-Fanwood SOPHOMORES Sydney N. Thorne Laura J. Kavinski Hanna Y. Woo nounced. Linda Evins David Regg High School Principal Dr. David Kevin J. Watson Michael Kobliska Christopher B. Woodward Stephanie Fredas Anthony Ricci Joseph A. Bartolotta Lenore A. McMillion * * * * * Heisey. Caroline L. Webb Rhea Chakraborty Malina M. Milonnet HIGH HONOR ROLL Editor’s Note: The regular Honor Kristan Fuller Peter Robinson HIGH HONOR ROLL Alicia D. Cristiani Megan A. O’Leary Kristin A. Williams SENIORS Roll submitted to The Westfield Daisy Fung Heather Rodriguez FRESHMEN Jillian M. DeMair Sonali D. Phatak Kristen L. Wuest Brittany A. Bellizeare Heather L. Marks Leader and The Times of Scotch Alexandra Garber Alana Rosato Flora S. Alexander Rosanna S. Ryskasen Sofia Fayngold Eric D. Pratt Kristen L. Zelesnik Kaliq Chang Shannon M. McNeely Plains and Fanwood for the second Samantha Gates Leonel Rozenblat Andre L. Baruch Allyson B. Salisbury Benjamin D. Flath Amy M. Ryan HIGH HONOR ROLL Kathleen D. De Luca Matthew J. Metzger marking period at Park Middle Hilary Graffox Alexander Russo Jessica A. Cavanaugh Tracy L. Salmon Danielle A. Hirschhorn Edward J. Saradaki JUNIORS Gail P. Hannigan Christina M. Ochsner School omitted Richard Olson from Christina Guibas Lucas Saenz DeViteri Caryn E. Feder Jeanne M. Schneider Nicole E. Impellizzeri Neil Shukla Patrick W. Carroll Daniel S. Nelson Bobby Z. Kabir Anne C. Percoco the listing. Andrew Haggan James Sensor Dani B. Finkel Theodore F. Sensor Laura A. Klastava Erica Speer Lindsay M. Church Sharon R. Opila Beata E. Korsiuk Eric M. Pugia Ibrahim Helm Ryan Sharkey Lauren L. Haertlein Victoria S. Shelus Alicia Lazur Nisha S. Tamhankar Matthew DeNichilo Jennifer L. Ordelt Donald S. Loberfeld Jeffrey S. Reichman DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Ashley Jacobi Andre Smith Cheryl L. Kaplun Caitlin A. Shevlin Catherine A. Madurski Sarah E. Van Wagner William C. Gonch Matthew T. Ortyl Catherine T. Mangan Jennifer E. Seto GRADE 6 Brett Jones Katherine Stamler Joseph I. Malchow Dana A. Skwirut Michelle E. Marr Laura M. Wittish Susannah L. Grossman Hana C. Pardon Sheila Y. Marikar Alison R. Wilks John Acito Steven Jacobus Katherine Lauricella Alycia Terry Peter S. Miller Eric Swenson Harry Yang Jennifer L. Harrison Andrew L. Pavoni Lauryn Adams Catherine Kaiserman Rachel Levy Rachel Trezoglou HONOR ROLL Yeershati Ahati Maggie Kosciolek Scott J. Moynihan Camille E. Tiangco Michael R. Zatorski Alaina B. Ingram Catherine A. Trombley SENIORS Brooke Lubin Danielle Viena Allison Baier Lauren Mains Michael Lubinski Kimberly Wellinger Jessica E. Neuringer Nancy H. Twu HONOR ROLL Caitlin Mahoney Alfred H. Twu Christina M. Albizati Eric S. Konzelman Varun Ponmudi Christopher A. Wallden Karen A. McCourt Maria B. Vacas Siguenz Kristen Barry Kristen Mandala Jennifer Zimmerman SOPHOMORES Sarah C. Anderson Christin Kurz Erika Blauberg Stacy Marr Matthew R. Rien Debra J. Watt Rocco F. Aloe Stephanie A. Heath Vevgeniya Zhurbinskaya DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Virginia Barattucci Bianca Jones Kendall Boyda Laura Marvelli Richard A. Zebleckas, Jr. Jacquelin Bekiaris Jason P. Hipp GRADE 7 HONOR ROLL Jennifer L. Bassman Timothy J. Lee Allison Brown Lauren Messina Kathryn A. Benski Alex D. Hofer Jennifer Bauer Elizabeth Katz HONOR ROLL JUNIORS Dana L. Berkowitz Yunilay Lio Catherine Carr Stephanie Oh FRESHMEN Lauren M. Bianco Jennifer M. Howell Courtney Burke Meaghan Kelly Ayanna M. Abrams Kellie M. LaForge Lauren Bond Zwade J. Marshall Ana Castillo Rudyard Plesmid Ricardo A. Arocha Zachary J. McGuire Anthony B. Bruno Dustin E. Jefferson Cleo Chou Jessica McGarry Erin A. Baer Richard L. LeMence Katherine M. Bruno Megan M. Miller Michael Cejovic Portia Price Ryan P. Aspell Andrea C. Meyer Marc D. Calello Jovonne H. Jones Deirdre Clark Jeffrey Ondeyka Adam D. Bendik Terrell H. Levine Brett S. Bushinger Kimberly A. Novello Nikolai Chowdhury Christopher Rodriguez Kathryn E. Bantz Amanda Miller Nancy A. Callahan Annmarie E. Klimowicz Jack Davis Raunaq Palejwala Erin L. Breznitsky Steven T. Lowen Alane D. Callan Shivani M. Parmar Jenna Delle-Donne Andrea Rosko Sara A. Beckerman Chelsea L. Mintz Anthony Caruso Sarah E. Konzelman Briana Falco Danielle Porter Regina M. Cappio Robert K. Mattar Tyeasha L. Carey Alicia D. Piniat Karina DeMair Melissa Rupnarian Kerolos Bernaba Hyojin T. Park David Chang Holly L. Kramer Gabrielle Falco Kristin Turiano Daniel M. Churgin Kerry M. McVey Katherine L. Church Taralaury M. Porter Laurel Devlin Sean Scott Judith M. Brown Joshua S. Parker Evan D. Chinoy Monique A. Lemus Thurston Hamlette Katherine VanHaasteren Jay W. Cordes Khanh Nguyen Jennifer A. Curren Adam J. Powers Jessica Estriplet James Spaeth Sean W. Colvin Scott J. Pober Thomas Cho Jeremy S. Lipstein Joseph Jacobi Alysis Vasquez Ryan Crawford Jennifer Nigro Clarence R. De Guzman Ruth E. Rohrer Kelly Frazee Stacey Tanguy Lauren D. Conway Matthew E. Powers Colleen A. Coyle Ashley H. McDonald Joshua Zinman Allison H. De Maio Kristy S. Novak Rachel M. De Vico Adenike A. Romany Shanik Gilmore Tiffany Wong Brian J. Coyle Courtney J. Reddington Alyssa David Kristen E. Miner Lauren R. De Martino Michael T. O’Neil Andrew R. Elko Melissa Roth Matthew Huether Jason Zelesnik HONOR ROLL Robert A. Fusco Barie J. Salmon Daniil L. Deych Melissa Mollen Matthew J. Deegan Magdalene Q. Pepe Jessica L. Ferraro Nina Sado Caleb Zimmermann GRADE 7 Corey A. Gegner Tara M. Shashaty Eve E. Donovan Yeojin A. Park Cecile M. Duong Bretton B. Pocorobba Jova N. Freeman Elizabeth A. Santo Candace Barnes Viktoriya Gorbach Jaime A. Gomez-Salvado Michael Sodomora HONOR ROLL Katie E. Downey Robert L. Percoco Kristina A. Eide Jonathan J. Quijano Douglas W. Gillie Portia L. Schlegel Marisa Bianco Joshua Green Hannah V. Greenspan Christine D. Sullivan GRADE 6 Cristina M. Fabiano Zennie A. Piedad Jayme C. Ferraro Kerri L. Quinn Marianna G. Good Michael J. Stanley Sarah Boffa Shannon Hauser David B. Harris Stephen L. Tavares Jessica Abrantes Christopher Luby Gianna M. Ferrante Elizabeth A. Pilkington Lindsey I. Filo Brian T. Raszka Elizabeth A. Grausso Martin J. Street Elizabeth Bourchtein Matthew Hirschhorn Dennis M. Hercel Dustin M. Tenenbaum Michael Adamczyk Andrew Lyons Eric D. Fields Steven Rodriguez Joshua B. Finkelstein Rennuel B. Razal Amanda B. Heffler Cheryl A. Wagner Justine Brown Kristen Kersey Michael P. Hessemer Jared R. Timmons Arley Aguilar Kathryn Magalhaes Sara A. Finkelstein Racquel A. Romans Jaclyn M. Fiorino Emily F. Rodino Regina R. Hicks Lisa M. Wagner Robert Burke Melissa Koerner Jessica J. Kim Camille M. Vecchione Kimberlee Appezzato Amanda Makowski Elizabeth A. Gassler Daniel M. Rosenkrantz Stephanie C. Fowler Pietro Rosato David Kelley Katherine E. Walker Lawrence Chan Katelyn Kosenick Daniel T. Kranz Jonathan R. Wagner Edite Balcere Mary Alice Marsan Ibram Ghobrial Alexandra H. Rosloff Lucas A. Francavilla Lara S. Sacks Erin F. Kelly Erin A. Watson Yvonne Chen Rebecca McGuire Morgan F. Larkin Daniel M. Wasserman Martine Baruch Patrick McGuiness Sarah N. Ginsberg Joshua G. Sanders Anthony Y. Gabriel Matthew A. Schaible Ilana Weinberg Amy Chervenyak Ian McNally Mariela A. Lemus Ryan Weber Joseph Bianco Magda Mierzejewska Philip V. Saraceno Jessica Green Brian S. Schiller Alexander M. Zajac Henry Coxe Hallie Mintz Karen E. Lucey Talia R. Weinberg Peter Bistis Patrick Mineo Jessica S. Seto Athena Coyt Jeffrey Mullen Sarah Boruch Jonathan Parisi Robert Dawson Christopher Nilsen Joshua Decker Katherine Paseka Kathryn Devlin Marleny Romano Two SP-F Teachers Receive Aaron Doliber Dana Sacks Shemane Fritz Natalie Sanchez Brian Glassett Kara Sang Joan Vagelos Currie Award Andrew Goldberg Melissa Sette Colin Smith SCOTCH PLAINS – Bernadette children’s education, and service to DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Hoyer, Title I Preschool teacher at the school community. GRADE 8 Brunner El- For the first time Matthew Capodicasa William (Jack) Rollins ementary this year, at the Abbegail Cohen Joanna Rosenberg School in request of the fam- Daniel Deegan Justin Rowinsky Scotch Plains ily, the award was Alexandra Fredas Jeremy Sanders and Gail Will- doubled so that Johanna Ghabour Faye Xu iams, an En- both an elemen- glish teacher at tary and middle HONOR ROLL Park Middle school teacher GRADE 8 School, were could be recog- Francesca Albano Frederick Kovalyov named the first nized for their Julie Bartolomei Sean Mahoney dual winners teaching excel- Robert Bethea Sara McArdle Mathew Blasi Amy Mills of the annual Bernadette Hoyer Gail Williams lence. Joan Vagelos Mrs. Hoyer is a Jesse Bruch Jessica Moore Currie Award for Excellence in graduate of Kean University, who Scott Burrows Michael Paraboschi Teaching in the Scotch Plains- began her teaching career in Scotch Salvatore Cerchio Michelle Regg Fanwood Public Schools. Plains-Fanwood in 1989. Jaclyn Costa Alyssa Robak The 2001 awards were announced Mrs. Williams, a graduate of Geor- David DeMair Jessica Roth during a recent reception in honor of gian Court College, has taught En- Anthony DiBattista Anthony Saraceno the winners and all of this year’s glish at Park Middle School since Christopher Doremus Laura Schwahl elementary and middle school 1970. Kelsey Foy Aimee Schwartz teacher nominees. Other teachers nominated this year Dakim Gaines Elizabeth Stamler The Currie Award was established for their professional excellence were Brittney Highsmith Bradley Stanek in memory of Joan Vagelos Currie, a elementary teachers Camille Nicole Honeycutt Kelly Syring local teacher who served the Scotch Berkowicz, Linda Bohlen, A FAMILY AFFAIR...Stephan J. Hoeckele, President of BeCu Mfg. Co., standing, fourth from left, holds the Denise Horn Nicole Tanguy Plains-Fanwood Schools for 16 years. Marylynne Cartright, Grace Cooke, Scotch Plains Business and Professional Association (SPBPA) Special Recognition Award he was presented with Christopher Huether Ryan Thompson The award was endowed by Dr. P. Paula Franko, Marcia Hack, Lisa at the SPBPA’s Annual Spring Fling Dinner Dance. Shown with Mr. Hoeckele are his family, friends and Daniel Kaiserman Heather Vitollo Roy Vagelos, former Chief Execu- Herbert, Teresa Joslyn, Carol Kiley, employees of BeCu. Jessica Knierim Bethany Zimmermann tive Officer of Merck & Co., Inc., as Joanne Maiurro, Michele Mottley, a family tribute to his sister for her Laurel Muenzen, and Beth Risse. lifelong love of teaching, commit- Middle school nominees also in- Union County College Stephan Hoeckele Is Honored ment to parental involvement in their cluded Jonathan Bencivenga, Mary Lu Farrell, Faith Gordon, Ronald At SPBPA Spring Fling Dinner Margaret A. O’Connell Mackenzie, Frances Marmora, and Announces Graduates Earns Bachelor Degree Rita Selesner. CRANFORD – Union County Col- beth Donaway, Caryn L. Elsie, Jana SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch The company manufactures parts for lege has revealed the names of stu- Gergelova, Jean T. Kellogg, Charles Plains Business and Professional As- many large companies throughout At Roanoke College Montemurro, Vaiana dents from Westfield, Mountainside, Kiley, Jennifer Maiurro, Elizabeth sociation (SPBPA) honored Stephan the world. Parts manufactured by WESTFIELD – Roanoke College Graduate from Marist Berkeley Heights, Fanwood and O. Martinson, Angela M. Mattos, J. Hoeckele, President of BeCu Mfg. BeCu are on commercial jets, United in Salem, Va. recently revealed that Scotch Plains, who will graduate Tammie S. Montgomery, Celestine Co., at its Annual Spring Fling Din- States Army equipment, space WESTFIELD – Lauren ner Dance May 11 with the shuttles and missile systems. Margaret A. O’Connell of Westfield Montemurro and Jennifer Vaiana, during upcoming commencement Nwanna, Catherine M. Perez, Louis earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree. ceremonies. R. Peterson, Jason S. Pompeo, Eliza- organization’s Special Recognition The firm recently received its ISO both of Westfield, graduated from Award. 9002 certification, which recognizes She majored in Sociology. Marist College in Poughkeepsie, Westfield students include: Maria beth Romeo, Maria E. Romeo, Margaret is the daughter of Mr. Andersson, Shane L. Boulos, Jessica Lorraine Sleeper, My V. Tran and Mr. Hoeckele has been a board that the production and business pro- N.Y. member of the SPBPA for the past cess of the company meets the high- and Mrs. John J. O’Connell of Lauren earned a Bachelor of Arts M. Feldman, Christine Fiore, Marian Lisa Williams. Westfield. Fritz, Jessica L. Humphreys, Amanda four years and serves as its Treasurer. est quality standards in industry. Degree, while Jennifer received a He has been Chairman of the The dinner is an annual event held Bachelor of Science Degree. Kane, Joseph M. Khadaran, Bibi S. Creative Program Set PUBLIC NOTICE Khan, Maryellen A. Leegan, Flo- Association’s Car Show for the past by the SPBPA to raise money for its For Young Children five years and has made many contri- Scholarship Fund. This year, once SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE rence Levy, Nicholas S. Menza, Tho- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, mas Ryan, Alli Taylor, Daniel A. butions to the efforts of the SPBPA again, the Association will award CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, UNION COUNTY BOARD Wanat and Natasha A. Widows. At Westfield Library and to the betterment of the Scotch five, $1,000 scholarships to local DOCKET NO. F-6395-00 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Mountainside pupils include: WESTFIELD – Marina Kennedy, an Plains community. high school graduates. For informa- CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD instructor at Westfield Cooperative Nurs- BeCu Mfg., founded by Mr. tion about the SPBPA, please visit its CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. VICTOR Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 Mony A. El Kfoury, John A. Lynaugh, DOMINGUEZ, ET AL., DEFENDANT. Public Notice is hereby given that the Joyce Nicastro, Rafael Pena, Todd T. ery School, will present an active learn- Hoeckele’s grandfather, has been in Web site at CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Ricca and Christi A. Zito. ing program for children ages 3 and 4 business in Scotch Plains for 41 years. www.visitscotchplains.com. DATED JULY 31, 2000 FOR SALE OF ers has awarded a contract without com- Berkeley Heights residents in- years old at the Westfield Memorial Li- MORTGAGED PREMISES. petitive bidding as a professional service or brary on Tuesday, June 5, from 10 to By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- clude: Michelle Cerracchio, David 10:45 a.m. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- A. Coletta, Maria Cruz, Michele This free program will feature music, public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- tract and the resolution authorizing it is Hassinger and Peggy L. Hymel. movement, puppetry and games that will tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown available for public inspection in the Office Fanwood pupils include: Zahra H. Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on of the Clerk of the Board. allow children to exercise, dance and WEDNESDAY THE 20TH DAY OF JUNE RESOLUTION NO.: 526-2001 Abdullahi, Katherine M. Bober, have fun. A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of AWARDED TO: Robert Varady, Esq., 15 Craig M. Gibson, Martin McIntyre, Interested individuals may sign up at said day. All successful bidders must have Prince Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey Kimberly L. Murray, Ellen M. Price, the Children’s Desk. Attending young- 20% of their bid available in cash or certified SERVICES: To represent Sheriff’s Officer Mary K. Romany and Michael Vitale, check at the conclusion of the sales. Scott Jones in a criminal Grand Jury matter at sters must be 3 or 4 years old and have a The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office. Jr. Westfield Library card. SEVENTEEN THOUSAND SIX-HUN- COST: Not to exceed $2,000 Scotch Plains residents include: The library is located at 550 East DRED EIGHTY FOUR & 24/100 M. Elizabeth Genievich Edward J. Budzinski, Patricia Buro, Broad Street. For further information, ($117,684.24). Clerk of the Board Reva Chopra, Laura Dechant, Eric please call the Children’s Desk at (908) Property to be sold is located in the City 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $20.40 of Elizabeth, County of Union and State L. Dick, Christopher DiFabio, Eliza- 789-4090. of New Jersey PUBLIC NOTICE Premises commonly known as 916 Anna PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207 UNION COUNTY BOARD BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 131, OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD BLOCK NO. 8, on the official Tax Map of the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS City of Elizabeth Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Dimensions: 25 feet x 115 feet x 25 feet Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 Date Adopted: May 16, 2001 x 115 feet Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the Nearest Cross Street: Henry Street ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- There is due approximately the sum of petitive bidding as a professional service or ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY NINE THOU- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- petitive bidding as a professional service or petitive bidding as a professional service or SAND EIGHT-HUNDRED ONE & 43/100 ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- ($129,801.43) together with lawful interest tract and the resolution authorizing it is ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- and costs. available for public inspection in the Office tract and the resolution authorizing it is tract and the resolution authorizing it is There is a full legal description on file in of the Clerk of the Board. available for public inspection in the Office available for public inspection in the Office the Union County Sheriff’s Office. RESOLUTION NO.: 527A-2001 of the Clerk of the Board. of the Clerk of the Board. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn AWARDED TO: Anthony Palumbo, RESOLUTION NO.: 528A-2001 RESOLUTION NO.: 529A-2001 this sale. Esq., 190 North Avenue, East, Cranford, AWARDED TO: Allen & Partners, Inc., 620 AWARDED TO: Al Walcoff, 24 Warren OVERWHELMING ACCEPTANCE…Five local students have been selected to RALPH FROEHLICH New Jersey Sheridan Avenue, Plainfield, New Jersey Avenue, Roselle Park, New Jersey attend various Governor’s Schools programs during the summer. Susannah SHERIFF SERVICES: To provide legal services SERVICES: For planning production and SERVICES: As a consultant for planning Grossman will attend the School of the Arts for creative writing at The College FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. representing Correction Officer Kenneth promotion of the Fourth Annual “Jersey Jazz of the Fourth Annual “Jersey Jazz by the of New Jersey. Alfred Twu will attend the School of Science at Drew University. Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza Burkert in the matter entitled Al-Wahid by the Lake” event to be held in Nomahegan Lake” event to be held in Nomahegan Park Brian Kaplun will attend the School of Engineering Technology at Rutgers 216 Haddon Avenue Ali v. Burkert. Park on September 15 & 16, 2001. on September 15 & 16, 2001. Westmont, New Jersey 08108 COST: Not to exceed $1,500 COST: Not to exceed $120,000 COST: Not to exceed $10,000 University. Bill Gonch will attend the School of Public Issues at Monmouth CH-755480 (WL) M. Elizabeth Genievich M. Elizabeth Genievich M. Elizabeth Genievich University. Hanna Woo is bound for the School of the Arts in piano at The 4 T - 5/24, 5/31, 6/7 Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board College of New Jersey. Pictured, left to right, are: Susannah, seated, Alfred, & 6/14/01 Fee: $177.48 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $22.44 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T – 5/24/01, The Leader Fee: $21.42 Brian, Bill, and Hanna. 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As I Was Saying... A column by freelancers from the A&E section of The Westfield Leader and The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood. Written whenever the muse hits them. POPCORN™ The Golden Bowl ‘Star‘Star TrekTrek Voyager’Voyager’ EndsEnds Brimming With Cultured Pearls And So Does My Life By Michael S. Goldberger By CAROL F. DAVIS and a woman who uses her words Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The wisely. The fact that her torso needs One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent Times to be attached to her head, and that 3 & 1/2 popcorns plative robber baron marry the marked If you tried to reach me and I did she is mostly mechanical, is just an not pick up the telephone on a par- The Golden Bowl, a splendidly com- woman. Not that the billionaire knows added bonus. I think I will be the Borg ticular Wednesday evening a few Queen for Halloween this year. plex yet delightfully accessible adap- she’s that. Or does he? weeks back, it was because I was tation of Henry James’s novel about After all, Adam Verver didn’t get having an emo- an Italian prince who weds the daugh- rich by not being able to read situa- tional moment ter of America’s first billionaire in- tions. And if he does know, what is his and I just needed stead of his less-than-rich lover, is just motivation? For that matter, what does some time alone. what the doctor ordered — for your The Golden Bowl say about the devel- Neelix, you cultural health, that is. opment of a new and emerging Ameri- see, left the crew Directed by James Ivory, the turn- can aristocracy based on industrial of “Voyager.” of-the century tale of romantic in- wealth? Is James using the Prince as Even though trigue promises to deliver philosophi- an example of the withering Euro- Neelix had never cal meditations, high-minded ideals pean social classes and Verver as a been my favorite and thespic excellence to your enter- symbol of capital triumphing over crew member, tainment diet. Gosh knows, even the genealogy? What is the author saying with his depar- most cautious of big screen consum- about the fate of marriage in the post- ture, out came the Victorian era? Write a 400-word es- box of tissues. It ers imbibes far too much junk cin- was during this, ema. say and explain. Be sure to make parallels and give cogent examples. the penultimate Hence, consider Ruth Prawer episode before Jhabvala’s gloriously sophisticated Just kidding. Relax. But you get the idea. the series finale, screenplay the motion picture equiva- that it struck me: lent of an anti-oxidant. Just one view- In summation, not only does The the ending of this ing of producer Ismail Merchant’s Golden Bowl prove salubrious via the Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times seven-year wonderfully costumed, beautifully stimulating exercise your gray matter THE GANG’S ALL HERE...Students of Mary Lu Farrell at Terrill Middle School in Scotch Plains offered their Spring Concert on Tuesday, May 15. “StarTrek” series filmed period piece is guaranteed to receives. But without having to fear a would leave a dreaded test, you also get all the intel- Performances, such as the one depicted above, were given by members of the cancel out the ill effects of six car Glee Club, Choir and Choruses of the school. huge void in my chases, five wanton murders, and four lectual joy of that inspiring English life, both because moronic plots. class you once had, when you were Interested in reviewing restaurants in the area and writing of the one-hour I However, while folks suffering from actually encouraged to contemplate about the experience? Please e-mail [email protected] faithfully devoted unusually high levels of gratuitous ideals instead of the humdrum and to it each film violence may have to enjoy The practical. Your energized brain ec- Wednesday. Yes, Golden Bowl twice, medical research- statically fires on all four lobes and even to the exclu- ers are still not sure if any number of ebulliently exclaims, “No Terminator sion of picking up viewings can help moviegoers who 2 tonight, Mr. Schwarzenegger. Nope. Ingredients for Season Finales the telephone have seen Freddy Got Fingered (2001). No Rambo this evening, Mr. Stallone.” when I clearly CONTINUED FROM PG 22 could hear my The voyage has ended, but will Carol survive? Even modern science has its limits. Now, if only we could talk your health plan into covering the theater admis- she snaps out of it, she musters up watch next season? Gulp….yes. mother speaking Happily, the film is as entertaining as into the answering machine wanting it is healthful. sion. the strength to save her sis. Before Finally, “Providence” writers The concept of Starfleet working * * * * * to know what I had for dinner that in unison with the handsome, spiri- Heading a superb cast is Nick Nolte leaving for her new channel, UPN- took the death approach by kill- night, and because I had become in- as industrialist Adam Verver, a study The Golden Bowl, rated R, is a tual, (did I mention handsome?) 9, Buffy plunges herself into the ing/not killing off the patriarch of volved in a relationship with the crew. Chakotay and his crew of Maquis in control, power and autocratic be- Miramax release directed by James abyss of the end of the world in the Hanson family. Who doesn’t Especially Chakotay. But never mind Ivory and stars Uma Thurman, Nick worked well in this series. If you forget nevolence. A widower, the tycoon has order to save it. She dies and we love Dr. Hanson – the town veteri- about that part. how they were thrown together, try to been amassing art treasures to one Nolte, and Jeremy Northam. Running I have watched “StarTrek” since the time: 128 minutes. catch a rerun of “Caretaker,” the two- day occupy a museum he is building days of Captain Kirk and Spock, and part episode that premiered on Janu- back in American City. It’s the em- I can easily say that “Voyager,” the ary 16, 1995, and started it all. It has blematic coal-mining town where he fourth series, is my favorite. Perhaps been the nearly perfect seven-year jour- amassed his fortune, and the richest one reason is because this show truly ney through the DeltaQuadrant. man in America would like to give NJSO Concert empowered women, showing them in I don’t know about you, but I am something back. leadership roles making tough calls looking forward, although skeptically, CONTINUED FROM PG 22 and decisions that effected lots of lives. But, he holds no interest above the accurate and became more engaging but to the fifth series, “Enterprise,” and to happiness of his only child, Maggie, Janeway was a great Captain, and the new Captain Bakula. was almost driven by the primary fire of her female crew members were just portrayed with elegant innocence by the orchestra, who absolutely excelled in Some of my friends were glad to Kate Beckinsale. Thus, he is under- as powerful. see “Voyager” end. They think I need musical performance here. Feminism aside, “Voyager” gave standably delighted when dear daugh- The concert took off again after inter- a break. I disagree. It is — and this is us some superb futuristic technology for real, guys — the only program ter finds the love of her life in Prince mission with the great German power- and highlighted some fascinating Amerigo. house — Beethoven 7. Mr. Macal had I’ve watched on television with regu- alien races in the Delta Quadrant. larity since the demise of “Twin Jeremy Northam is excellent as the his job cut out for him, programming the I especially liked the episodes in Prince, embodying that rare, seem- same piece in the wake of George Peaks” in the early 90s. Heck, I never which Janeway and her crew didn’t even had cable service until my hus- ingly ambiguous combination of ro- Marriner Maull’s Beethoven 7th of the Is Rachel “carrying” a secret? Will Syd carry on with married always stick to their Prime Directive previous week in the same venue. band insisted on having it installed mantic and pragmatist that Europe- politician Joe Connelly? of non-interference. several months ago. ans do so well. While Mr. Macal failed to live up to And then there’s the Borg, the ter- Mr. Maull and his memorable offering Oh, and don’t start calling me on Replete with castle but no funds to rorist aliens who deserve a category Wednesday nights all of a sudden. restore it, he represents just the sort of with the Philharmonic Orchestra of New of their own. The Borg Queen is my Jersey, the NJSO members presented a are left with a still shot of her narian and widower with a heart I’ve come to enjoy my hour of isola- pauper aristocracy that royalty-starved headstone. The catastrophic death of gold, juggling canaries, adult ideal female — cool, bald, beautiful, tion from you, uh, I mean it all. Americans have swooned over for wonderful effort. The opening chords of the first move- of one of my favorite heroines children and golden retrievers? For years. An ominous family history dat- ment were strong, aggressive and clear. guarantees that I am ready to dig something to happen to one of the ing back to Medieval days includes a Highlights included a most excellent my fangs (that’s vampire-speak) main characters would be tragic – legend about an indiscreet wife and dynamic control form the orchestra, and her treacherous step-son beheaded for into next season. Like, for sure, and it’s one of the oldest tricks in Piano Recitals Planned a superior bass sound, both of which the we know we haven’t seen the last the book. Why wouldn’t we watch their infidelity. And, no lie, Amerigo Philharmonic Orchestra lacked. is actually a direct descendant of the At someone’s suggestion, the NJSO of her. in the fall? Dear ol’ dad just has to fellow for whom they named America. has finally closed all of the gaps behind When President Bartlett’s sec- make it! At Paul Nazzaro Studio But presently more important, the the orchestra by packing the “acoustic retary and lifelong friend Mrs. So, let’s recap: President Bartlett WESTFIELD – The Paul Nazzaro On Monday, June 4, the musicians Prince understands the moral and so- cabinets” directly against each other, Landingham is killed in a car ac- is on the campaign trail, Buffy Music Studio in Westfield will present spotlighted will include: Yahiza cial ramifications that his nuptial rep- helping to enhance lower end sound. cident (more death), the prez goes will be back on UPN-9, Rachel is its Annual Spring Recitals for piano Jaramillo, Lynn Babich, Daphney resents. We even get the feeling he Several musical crashes, one from end into his own kind of catatonic pregnant, Dr. Hansen may die, students from Thursday, May 31, to Noel, Annie McGee, Dan Berman, Nick sometimes mistakes for love his tac- chair horn and one from two converging Tuesday, June 5. Shorrock, Kaitlin Kominsky, Kate clarinets, ripped clearly through the mu- state, flashing back to his child- and the 7th Heaven clan is going itly understood gratitude to Maggie. hood when he first met Mrs. L. to you know where in a hand- On May 31, the performers will in- McGee, Melanie Kaufhold, adult stu- In short, he lives up to his end of the sical fabric. “Wrong notes are of little clude: Marc Brody, Jack Fraser, Clair dents Lisa Sharkey, Yvonne Fu, Don bargain — for a while. Which brings consequence, but to play without pas- Caught somewhere between grief basket. Chin, Peter Wanfried, Jeffrey Brody, McGee, Trisha Wheeler, Karen Vowells, us to the matter of Charlotte, exquis- sion is inexcusable,” said Beethoven. and shock, he has the doors of the Unless you plan on spending Jessica Natoli, Laura Romanowski, Maureen Aylward, Bonnie Feldman itely realized by Uma Thurman. The second movement Allegretto cathedral sealed off after her fu- the summer in the Grand Canyon Allison Acevedo, Derek Wanfried, and Mary Kominsky. It gets a little complicated, how all which can be emotionally devastating, neral and goes into an over-the- or mountain climbing, don’t ruin George Williamson, Crista Ricci, Kylie On June 5, the performing students these folks doing the social scene in features a series of heartbeat rhythm’s in top temper tantrum that would your nails hanging off that cliff we will be: Mary Muldoon, Julia variation in the opening measures. This Fraser, Danielle Ferrari, Josh Fishman, and around London, circa 1905, know movement was so well loved at its pre- rivet Satan. “You’re a feckless talked about. Next fall is bound to Mark Raimondi, Michelle Morganoff, Wasilewski, Emily Doskow, Julian each other. But what’s hidden from mier that it was immediately encored. In thug!” he screams, strutting up to give us enough safety nets so we Matt Carville and Michael Yee. Seltzer, Emily O’Brien, Lisa Nehring, our winsome bride by matchmaker fact, it was also used to replace the brief the front of the church before put- can bounce back just fine from a Performing on Friday, June 1, will Steve Marino, John Thomas Colucci, and fellow American, Fanny slow movement of the 8th Symphony ting out a newly-lit cigarette on summer fraught with re-runs. be: Ryan Jennings, Jacob Lang, Alex Colucci, Harry Marino, Patrick Assingham, cleverly expressed by several times during Beethoven’s life- the cathedral’s marble floor. Will Connor Jennings, Seton Hartnett, McGowan, Patrick Muldoon, Ed Anjelica Huston, is that the Prince time. This is where Mr. Macal started to Jacob Lavenhar, Eamon Hartnett, Kerins, Max Kaplan, Cecilia Della and Maggie’s pal Charlotte were pre- he or won’t he run for a second Rome Festival To Include Andrew Calvaruso, Mallory Boesch, Peruti, Helen Kaplan, Allison take a distant second to Mr. Maull. term? Will Bartlett lose the tod- viously, well, er, acquainted. But if The Czech Macal handled the inti- Six Local Youngsters Neil Pratt, Matt Liebowitz, Ben Cascone and Laura Yee. you suspect a romantic triangle, rest macy of this section with typical musi- dler behavior when facing the Press Chewey, Laura Schwab, Matt Har- For more information, please call Corp? I predict an overwhelming MOUNTAINSIDE — Six local ris, Jackie Nicoll, Hillary Nicoll, John (908) 232-3310 or visit assured it doesn’t stay one for very cal coarseness he affords much of the singers have been selected to partici- long. Henry James adds a fourth side. German repertoire. He has stated that “yes” to all questions. But, Boyd and Eric Pratt. www.NazzaroMusic.com. he will probably “never set foot in Ger- pate in the Rome Festival Young James, often credited with being Schlamme and Sorkin stretched Artists Program in Rome, Italy dur- the first to incorporate modern psy- many” — for dubious reasons no doubt). the drama envelope with the church His comparative breakneck speed killed ing June and July. The youngsters chological theory into literature, thick- scene, and how long do we need to will perform in the children’s chorus ens the brew by having the contem- the ambiance. What is he thinking? While the third and fourth move- stare at Barlett’s rain-soaked face of Englebert Humperdinck’s opera ments featured excellent playing and before we start rolling the credits? Hansel und Gretel, as singers and The Faculty of the Fine Arts & Crafts Show control from the orchestra, the annoy- “Friends” writers took a differ- dancers. ing body language of Macal was also ent path with their season finale – Carolyn Mulvey is a sixth grade On Tap June 2 and 3 highlighted. Macal’s arm gestures are who’s pregnant? Years ago, this student at Edison Intermediate Carolyn Klinger-Kueter CRANFORD – The 15th An- vague - confusing section attacks, and approach was as hackneyed as a School where she plays the cello and nual Spring Fine Art and Crafts his head does not seem to move at the the trombone. neck, favoring the turning of his entire Madonna song on the radio. It’s Her sister, Katie Rae Mulvey, is an Music Studio . . . at Nomahegan Park in Cranford fresher now, somehow. When will be held on Saturday and body towards varying sections of the eighth grader at Edison School. Katie orchestra. Rachel and Phoebe find a positive Sunday, June 2 and 3, from 10 Rae was the lead in Westfield Young The NJSO has potential beyond imagi- pregnancy test in Monica’s waste- Artists’ Cooperative Theatre’s produc- Wishes the a.m. to 5 p.m. The free event nation, but because of this vague con- basket, they think, “Baby shower? tion of Oliver! in 1999 at the New Jersey will be held rain or shine. ducting style, misinterpretation and lack We haven’t even gotten through Performing Arts Center in Newark. very best to Sponsored by the Union of direction, the orchestra cannot truly Jackie Weidman is also in the excel. the wedding yet!” When Monica their students County Board of Chosen Free- reveals that she isn’t expecting, eighth grade at Edison School. Jackie holders, the Union County Di- Leadership is everything. A hero will be needed to take the orchestra beyond the freeze frame and uncomfort- was in The Music Man and The Wiz- on their up- vision of Parks and Recreation their limits. If the NJSO is smart, they able look on Rachel’s face gives ard of Oz and she performs with The and Janet and Howard Rose of will choose talent over a name. away the identity of the true mama. Broadway Singers. coming recital Squared Productions, Inc., the Alysson Tieman is in seventh grade There’s no real cliffhanger here, at Edison School where she per- art and craft show will include but it’s refreshing to see the death/ Summer • Fall many artisans from the area. forms with the Mixed Chorus. flashback ploy passed up here. Freddi Mack is in the eighth grade at The Fine Art and Crafts Show Sabrina Fair One of the only programs on Deerfield School in Mountainside and Registration Now will feature fine art, photogra- CONTINUED FROM PG 22 television with any hint of family has performed lead roles in Annie and in Progress phy, weaving, clothing, pottery, values is “7th Heaven.” The writ- in Fiddler on the Roof at Deerfield. Carolyn Klinger-Kueter wood, fiber, leather, stained this production could be brilliant. The set design, as always at WCP, ers took a big risk with their fi- She is an honor student and an active glass, and more. The music of member of the Middle School Chorus. Brochures Available Upon Request was fabulous. I applaud Vern Keller nale, introducing the topic of the 70s by “New Hearts” will “adult relations” into the script Martha Strickland is a sophomore 424 ST. MARKS AVENUE, WESTFIELD NJ 07090 and Bill McMeekan for designing at Westfield High School, where she provide entertainment. For and watching the family go topsy- Tel: (908) 233-9094 Fax: (908) 317-0588 more information, please call and constructing the exquisite scen- is active in the Chorus and the March- ery. turvy. The entire situation was ing Band. Martha was recently a cast E-mail: [email protected] Website: carolynmusic.com (908) 874-5247 or visit almost comical and slapstick at www.rosesquared.com. Sabrina Fair will continue its run at member of the high school musical WCP through Saturday, June 9. times. Have I taken the bait to 42nd Street. She is a voice student. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 22 Thursday, May 24, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Take the Stage Artist of WITH KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT the Week Sabrina Fair at WCP Get Outta Aches for Jumpstart PenPen && InkInk the House By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT The cast is talented, the play itself By CAROL F. DAVIS Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times is well-written and enjoyable, so solv- Ingredients for Season Finales: Death, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times WESTFIELD — Sabrina Fair, a ing this problem could make this Throughout the month of June, romantic coming-of-age comedy by production of Sabrina Fair a terrific visit the Member’s Gallery at the Samuel Taylor is probably most rec- piece of theater. It is no one particu- Flashbacks, Babies and Engagements New Jersey Center for the Visual ognized by the two successful film lar person’s fault, but the company, By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Arts, 68 Elm Street in Summit versions, entitled, Sabrina. The origi- unanimously, must join forces to keep Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times for an exhibition of fine art pho- nal Billy Wilder directed version the energy flowing or the play will Feel like your nails are gripping the edge of a cliff? You’re suspended tographs by Nancy J. Ori of Ber- based on Taylor’s play first hit screens continue to come across as a nebu- over a canyon, filled with uncertainty, wondering what will happen keley Heights. “A New Photo- in 1954 and starred Audrey Hepburn lous offering with no heart. That first graphic Journal” consists of a and Humphrey Bogart. scene should start with a bang and next? Suddenly the credits roll and there are three long summer months series of fine art photos high- The heartwarming Cinderella story never stop moving. ahead of you with nothing to watch but re-runs. Ah, there’s nothing like lighting our great state’s parks tells the tale of Sabrina Fairchild, the I only mention this issue because an old-fashioned cliffhanger to keep you pondering the fate of your and other areas of natural beauty. Mary Pickford daughter of a chauffeur who works WCP is a terrific company with enor- favorite television characters. The focus is on historic and natu- for a wealthy family that owns a mous potential. When I see a tal- Let’s put “The West Wing” (NBC), “Buffy The Vampire Slayer” ral preservation. Ms. Ori studied beautiful home in the elegant ented cast such as this, it is painful to with the acclaimed Ansel Adams, (1892-1979) Hamptons. see their hard work fall short because (WB), “7th Heaven” (WB again), “Friends” (NBC) and “Providence” gaining from this master a deep The Sydney Pollack remake of the (NBC) under the microscope to see how they handled every TV writer’s respect for our land. She is now of something that is so easily avoid- By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN film was quite successful and starred able. With more energy and focus, quagmire – THE FINALE. an international freelance pho- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Harrison Ford and Greg Kinnear as Continued on Page 21 Keep in mind that, under these circumstances, writers will usually go tographer and video producer. the two Larrabee brothers that be- The best time to visit this and the During the early 1900s, silent come entangled in lovely Sabrina’s to any length to shock-blast your imagination in order to guarantee big other galleries is during the week film actress Mary Pickford was web. The Paris-educated Sabrina is ratings in the fall. Okay, now that from 12 to 4 p.m. and on week- the Julia Roberts of her day. Earn- searching for true love and hoping to David Palladino’s that’s been explained… ends from 2 to 4 p.m. Admission ing the label, “America’s Sweet- find it at home, yet is still, admit- Vamp killer Buffy Sommers is free. heart,” she had once charmed her tedly, drawn to a life filled with discovers that the only way she • • • • • • • • • • • way into a lead role in a Broadway riches and distinction. Having grown Music Corner play, The Warrens of Virginia fea- up on the outside of all this intrigu- can save the world from hocus The Jewish Community Cen- pocus, hellish events, and other ter of Central New Jersey, turing the author’s brother, Cecil ing wealth and power—now the A Review of Local Concerts De Mille. mature and cultivated Sabrina wants ghoulish hoopla, is to kill one of Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains, to be recognized as a bona fide lady. will present Mark Levy on Tues- In Manhattan, Pickford was a the most powerful gods, Glory. day, June 5, at 10:30 a.m. Mr. long way from her native home in The Westfield Community Play- Otherwise, her sister Dawn will ers (WCP) is currently staging this New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Levy, a singer and a lecturer Toronto, Canada. Born on April 8, charming piece as the last offering of be toast. When Glory captures who specializes in Judaic folk 1892 Gladys Louise Smith, their successful season. Directed by Features Solid Repertoire music, sings in various languages Pickford’s father died after a job- Ken Rosenblum, the WCP produc- including Yiddish and Hebrew. related accident, leaving Mary, tion is light, harmless and enjoyable By DAVID PALLADINO in the Underworld. The composer He has performed as a cantorial Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times wrote this piece as a riotous musical soloist, and he has mother Charlotte, and siblings to throughout. The able cast performs NEWARK — The New Jersey the blithe material earnestly, and, satire based on the exploits of the taught and performed Symphony Orchestra (NJSO), under gods, as told in the legend of Orpheus in the San Francisco with a few exceptions, it is a nice the direction of Zdenek Macal, re- evening of theater. and Euridice. The piece included his area for 25 years. Re- cently offered a solid rendition of the famous Can-Can melody. cently, he released his The actors, all in all, are quite Beethoven Symphony No. 7 in A good, particularly Patti Vidakovic as Orchestral sound highlighted ap- fourth album of Yid- Major, the Mendelssohn violin Con- propriate and exciting tempos, ag- dish work songs, in Sabrina, Stan Kaplan as Linus certo in E Minor and the Overture to Larrabee, SR, Rick Brown as Linus gressive and accurate horn and cello commemoration with Larrabee, Jr., and Alan Niebuhr as section performance, the 100th birthday of David. Jim Caffrey and Becky and several solo sec- Workmen’s Circle. Randazzo also turn in good work in tions of pure excel- It’s just $5 for the per- smaller roles. lence by concertmas- formance and $7.50 The main problem with this pro- ter Eric Wyrick. Well- if you would like duction, and, unfortunately, with sev- placed dynamics ex- some lunch. What a ecuted by the trom- deal. Call them at eral WCP productions that I have Will he run for a second term? attended recently is the pacing. With bone section was no- (908) 889-8800 by the exception of their brilliant sea- table. Friday, June 1, to reg- son opener, The Last Night of Bally- One musically ister. BUSINESSWOMAN PICKFORD...Mary Pickford savvy audience mem- hoo, most of this years’ offerings • • • • • • • • sits beside business partners and actors Douglas have suffered from this theatrical ber was correct in sur- Fairbanks, Charlie Chaplin and D. W. Griffith. The mising, “It takes a • • • quartet established United Artists Corporation, which enigma, which, frustratingly, can be Tomorrow night, the so easy to fix. great orchestra to pull later became MGM. of a lightweight piece Fanwood Memorial Particularly noticeable in the open- Library will closeout ing scene, the stilted, slow delivery GUEST PERFORMER...Shlomo Mintz, who was guest like that.” violinist with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Next, guest violin- the Friday Night at the Movies eke out a living. of the material starts the enchanting also performed with The Jerusalem Academy of Music series with the romantic comedy, At the age of eight, Pickford won play off in the entirely wrong direc- ist Shlomo Mintz took and Dance and th Paris National Conservatory. his place in front of Dr. T. & the Women, directed by the role of a young girl in a play, The tion. Tragically, when a play begins Robert Altman. Richard Gere in this sluggish manner, it is hard to the orchestra to offer a Silver King. Soon, Pickford was scur- Orpheus in the Underworld by solid and respectable Mendelssohn plays a wealthy Dallas gynecolo- rying around the United States with get it back on track. Will Mary go to New York with Wilson? gist (try getting an appointment Offenbach with guest concerto, but noth- various theater troupes, accompa- Slow and uninspired pacing can violinist Shlomo Mintz. with him). His life starts to un- kill weeks of hard work. It is disap- ing more. While all nied by the family she was strug- The sound of the of the notes were ravel as his wife, Farrah Fawcett, pointing and difficult to watch, as the NJSO has been improv- starts falling apart just when their gling to support. It was at this time actors are all quite talented and truly there, Mr. Mintz ing with every concert failed to infuse daughter, a lesbian who is in- that they settled in Manhattan at have what it takes to excel. and has reached their volved with her maid of honor, Eighth Avenue and 39th Street. When a production has several passion. While he season peak with these had good projec- plans to get married — to a man. Pickford always fought hard for days off in between performances, as final concerts. But wait, there’s more. Just go see a salary equal to her male counter- this show, and most other local pro- tion over the or- Only next week’s fi- chestra, his open- it. Don’t tell your date it was free. parts, starting at a $10,000 weekly ductions do, it is imperative to have nal concerts of some sort of re-connection exercise ing melody was • • • • • • • • • • • wage and finally reaching $350,000 Wagner’s-Tannhauser somewhat stiff, per film. Eking out a living gave the or brief rehearsal prior to the first Overture, and Orff’s- A variety of voices from age 9 performance of the weekend. After solid and straight- to 70 will entertain all as the actress, who commonly depicted Carmina Burana prom- laced. several days away from their roles, ise to top off the season Celebration Singers present their sweet and soft characters, a tough the actors need to reacquaint them- Transitions be- annual Spring Concert on two skin. Proving that she was just as completely. These con- tween the second selves with the play. certs are not to be nights, June 1 and 2 at 8 p.m. at business-minded as the guys, the It is a shame when weeks of hard movement were Hillside Avenue School in missed. seamless and ulti- doe-eyed Pickford teamed up with work are destroyed because of The orchestra began Eric Wyrick Cranford. “Pops of the Decades” filmdom’s big leaguers Charlie mately well- will include medleys from the flubbed lines and eternal pauses that the concert with a stel- Chaplin, D.W. Griffith and future could so easily have been avoided. handled by Mr. Can Buffy call UPN home? 50s, 60s and 70s, like “I Got lar rendition of Offenbach’s Orpheus Macal — no musical pauses to allow husband Douglas Fairbanks to es- Dawn and she realizes how much Rhythm” and “Danny Boy.” The inappropriate, distracting audience Children’s Chorus will take you tablish the United Artists Corpora- “At The Edge Of The Watchung Mountains” applause. Melody in second move- her mother’s recent death has af- back to the 20s with tunes includ- tion. United Artists, which struggled ment was again solid, but with no fected her, Buffy goes into a cata- ing “Singing In The Rain” and financially for years, was eventu- frills or passion. tonic state with flashbacks from “Everything’s Coming Up Roses.” ally bought out and became known The third movement was highly her childhood and teen years. Once Khy Garner leads this group of as MGM. Continued on Page 21 Continued on Page 21 locals. Tickets range from $5 to The death of her mother Char- $10, and you can get them at the lotte in 1928 caused Pickford to door. shed her innocent image (portrayed • • • • • • • • • • • in movies such as Daddy Long Legs Fine Art & Crafts at There are only a few days left to and New York Hat) by shedding her 5 Hours Open Bar see the Scotch Plains-Fanwood lovely locks. She transformed her- Cocktail Hour Art Association’s Members Ex- self into an actress ready to adapt Full Course Dinner hibit at the Union County Free- to “talkie” films, sporting a new Tiered Wedding Cake Nomahegan Park Silver Candlelabras, Flaming Jubilee Show, holders Gallery. The show fea- bobbed hairstyle. Private Bridal Rooms Springfield Ave, Cranford, across from Union County College tures ten local visual artists dis- Ever the businesswoman and Specializing in White Glove French Service Co-sponsored by Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders playing their paintings, woodcuts trendsetter, just like Roberts, $ 95 and photographs. The gallery is Pickford started her own cosmet- from & Division of Parks & Recreation and Rose Squared, Inc. 35. open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. week- ics company. days, and is located on the sixth Although she divorced floor of the County Administra- Fairbanks, they were one of tion Building on Rahway Avenue Hollywood’s most legendary in Elizabeth. The show will run couples – The Tom Hanks/Rita Wil- through the end of May and there son or Tom Cruise/Nicole Kidman is no admission fee. Support your of their day. They threw the most from$6.45 choose from local artists. lavish parties at their estate. 1) Assorted Omeletes Before marrying Fairbanks, she 2) Wine and Chicken/Rice 3) Barbecued Baby Back Ribs wed actor Owen Moore. That mar- 4) Flounder Francaise riage didn’t have much of a chance Coming This Summer when Pickford’s eyes met ALA CARTE DINNERS FROM $10.95 In Arts & Entertainment Fairbanks’ on a war bond tour LUNCHES FROM $5.95 CHILDREN FROM $3.95 JUNE 2-3 • Michelle H. LePoidevin talks during the first World War. After UNBEATABLE GREEK SALAD BAR to Scotch Plains quilter Jan Clare she divorced Fairbanks, she mar- OFF ROUTE 22 AT PARK & MOUNTAIN AVE., SCOTCH PLAINS 10 A.M.-5 P.M Viehman about her workshops. ried actor/musician Charles • Birthday parties for toddlers Rogers the following year. 908- 322-7726 Pin by Anna & Costas Continos go under the microscope in “Pen In the latter part of her life, Visit our web site: http:// & Ink.” Pickford spent her time aiding JEWELRY • POTTERY • CLOTHING • G10:00LASS • A.M.WOOD-5:00 • F P.M.IBER • Kerrianne Spellman Cort charities. Three years after receiv- www.weddingsatpantagis.com will offer the best of summer TOYS • LEATHER• FOLK ART •FINE ART•Free PHOTOGRAPHY - Rain or ing the Lifetime Achievement Award theater. from the Academy of Arts and Sci- For your listening & dancing enjoyment FURNITURE • METAL • FOOD • FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT • John Luerssen will bend his ear to the best concerts area ences, Pickford died of a cerebral make your dinner resevations in advance hemmorage at the age of 87. The Jimmy Ray Band RAIN OR SHINE•FREE•GSP TO EXIT 138, venues have to offer. WEST 2 MILES; RT22 TO RT577 SOUTH 1.3 MILES; • “As I Was Saying,” A&E’s Friday May 25, 2001 If you are an artist, musician or FOLLOW SIGNS; PARK AT UNION CNTY COLLEGE newest column, will be a flavor- at 8:00 P.M. ful forum for entertainment-re- entertainer from the area, please Playing some of the “golden oldies” 908-874-5247 OR WWW.ROSESQUARED.COM lated topics. call Michelle at (908) 232-4407 –No Cover Charge– CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK