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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, November 15, 2007 OUR 117th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 46-2007 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS Historical Society Saves Rare Books From Library Destruction By WAYNE BAKER Stan Lipson, curator of the Westfield the library disposes of books regu- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Historical Society’s collection, while larly when they become out-of-date, WESTFIELD — Westfield Histori- walking to the town’s train station, “seriously damaged,” duplicated or cal Society members and their fami- “noticed an unusually large pile, out of circulation. lies have saved carloads of books, enough to fill at least two or three George Gross, a historical-society identified by the society as “rare” and pickup trucks, of books and boxes of board member and registrar of the “collectable,” from destruction. books behind the library waiting for local Sons of the American Revolu- The books include some of the ear- the recyclers,” he related in an e-mail. tion chapter and a frequent user of liest published works of cartoonist Later in the e-mail, he said, “[My genealogical materials, said in an- Charles Addams, who grew up in wife] has just called to say that she and other e-mail to The Leader, “I only Westfield. Mr. Addams, who attended my daughter went to the site where, hope that those items there that have Westfield High School, achieved fame among other things, they ‘rescued’ quite been so valuable to me over the years by drawing for The New Yorker maga- a few about Westfield and genealogy will not have disappeared.” zine and inspired “The Addams Fam- labeled ‘Hopkins Room.’” The Hopkins Mr. Gross told The Leader that ily” television series. Room was the room at the old library – since the local history and genealogi- As part of the renovations nearing in the municipal building – that housed cal information does not circulate, he completion, library personnel reviewed local-history and genealogy materials. believes that the library had no way to the local-history collection, and books At the time, historical-society evaluate the relative merits of an item. that were duplicates or deemed not of members said it was unclear what On November 6, members of the local interest were selected for de- the implications of the disposal of public found a second group of books, accessioning (the library term for tak- these items represented. including multiple Westfield High ing books out of an entity’s records). Phil Israel, the director of the li- School yearbooks, put out for dis- Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader On the morning of October 23, brary, told The Westfield Leader that posal. Mr. Israel said these were a HONORING HEROES...As tradition, corresponding to the Armistice of World War I, Westfield citizens honor all veterans small group of books that had been at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, last Sunday at the World War I Memorial. intended for the earlier disposal. Mr. Israel acknowledged that er- rors were made, especially in the case State Attorney General Subpoenas of the Addams yearbooks, saying, “We just weren’t aware that he was the editor” – a reference to Mr. Addams serving as the art editor for Union County Democratic Chair the high school’s annual yearbook in By DEBBIE HOFFMAN financial records from Camelot Title deny an investigation,” said Peter 1929. Some of his cartoons also ap- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Agency, a Woodbridge-based company Aseltine, a spokesman for Attorney pear in the 1928 edition. COUNTY – Union County Im- in which she owns a minority stake. General Anne Milgram. Ron MacCloskey, an expert on Mr. provement Authority (UCIA) coun- “The revelation shortly after the Mr. Williams confirmed the exist- Addams, estimated the yearbooks to sel Jonathan Williams confirmed to November elections that Charlotte ence of subpoenas but would not pro- have a value in the $1,000 to $3,000 The Westfield Leader this week that vide specifics on what documents range. Mr. MacCloskey also said some UCIA executive director Charlotte were sought. recognizable Westfield sites and names DeFilippo, chairwoman of the Union “The subpoenas are only a request appear in Addams’ cartoons, drawn County Democratic Committee, has for documents, and the UCIA is com- from the early 1940s to the mid-1970s. been served with five subpoenas by plying with that request and will get Michael J. Pollack for The Westfield Leader He cites a law firm named after some the state Attorney General’s Office, that information to the Attorney IT’S GOOD TO BE QUEEN...Westfield Councilwoman JoAnn Neylan expresses of Mr. Addams high-school friends, demanding documents and other in- General’s Office by the end of the her joy at being re-elected during the GOP vote counting party on November 6. She and her runningmates, Jim Foerst, Mark Ciarrocca and Frank Arena swept the Rialto Theatre, the Arcanum Build- formation about her public and pri- month,” he said. the elections for town council. Mr. Foerst, Mr. Ciarrocca, Westfield Mayor ing and the former John Franks de- vate business dealings. The UCIA, by state definition, pro- Andrew Skibitsky and Mr. Arena stand in the background. partment store as examples of the sub- Ms. DeFilippo also serves as a vides “the county, municipalities, jects for the cartoons. legislative aide to Assemblyman Neil school districts, authorities, non-profit Mr. MacCloskey also said the Cohen (LD-20, Roselle). The sub- organizations and private redevelop- Council Considers Cutting Addams family lived in two or three poenas were served in September and ers with additional financing options homes in town, most notably at 522 October. The Star-Ledger broke the for their equipment purchases and Elm Street, where a plaque marks story on November 9. capital projects.” Holiday ‘Free’ Parking Time their residence. He also said many Ms. DeFilippo revealed to The Led- A Republican-majority freeholder By CHRISTINA M. HINKE permitted lot parking for a four-hour people mistake the home at 411 Elm ger that the subpoenas seek: board established the UCIA in 1986. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader limit. Street as being Mr. Addams’ home. Financial and other documents for Susan Cook for The Westfield Leader The ordinance that effectively cre- WESTFIELD — During an abbre- The request from the Westfield Area Mr. Lipson said there is now an the last three years from the UCIA, an IN CHARGE...County Democrat Party ated the UCIA states that the author- viated Westfield town council meet- Chamber of Commerce and the “agreement in principle” with Mr. explanation of her duties as Mr. Cohen’s Chair Charlotte DeFilippo reads the ity would be responsible for “low- ing on Wednesday, Town Adminis- Downtown Westfield Corporation Israel to permit the historical society aide, all records relating to the county winning vote results for Union County cost financing of capital structures trator Jim Gildea announced a re- (DWC) also restricts dates of free and other organizations to provide Democratic Committee’s involvement Democrat candidates at L’Affaire Res- and facilities within the County of quest to change the downtown holi- parking to December 15 through Janu- input to the library regarding future in last year’s primary election in Roselle taurant in Mountainside at the close of Union through the establishment of a polls on November 6. Assemblyman day free parking from all-day street ary 1, whereas it was about three to disposal of local-history books. The (where allegations of voter fraud are Neil Cohen listens in the background. pool governmental loan program.” parking to a two-hour limit for on- four weeks in December last year. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 being investigated), and a client list and Current projects the UCIA has fi- street parking with additional non- The finance department will go over DeFilippo and other Union County nanced include the expansion of the the numbers to see if it is financially Democrats were served subpoenas Union County College Elizabeth cam- viable, officials said. comes as no surprise,” said Phil Morin, pus, a new fire station in Linden and Westfield Council Starbucks made a request to the Union County Republican Chairman. the Linden library project, according town for their regular mobile sam- “I became aware of [the subpoe- to recent UCIA meeting minutes on Voting Results pling program that includes a van and nas] the Friday before the election the Union County Watchdog Asso- a tent where free samples are handed and received word on Friday from ciation website. (unofficial, by ward) out to pedestrians. Starbucks would The Ledger that they were aware of The subpoenas are directed at Ms. Ward 1 like to hold it on Saturday, December the story,” Mr. Morin said. “I’d like to DeFilippo, and not for any actions of 1, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., but a location know why the story was deliberately UCIA commissioners. Katz Arena that would not compete with other held until after the election.” “There is a real sensitivity to the 1-1 126 114 coffee houses is being sought, Mr. When contacted by The Times, the issues here,” Mr. Williams said. “The 1-2 102 187 Gildea said. The chain coffee shop state Attorney General’s Office would volunteer members of the board worked 1-3 94 138 had originally requested to have the not confirm the report. very hard on very worthy projects.” sampling at the Elm Street field across “By policy, we cannot confirm or CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 1-4 161 225 from Acquaviva delle fonti restau- 1-5 136 177 rant. Mr. Gildea said the field is not 1-6 116 104 suitable because another coffee shop Mtside. Teachers Press BOE 1-7 56 98 is nearby. The council reviews the demoli- Total 791 1043 Maria Woehr for The Westfield Leader tion of two, single-family homes. Mr. SEEING RED...Mountainside teachers and parents wear red to the borough’s For Binding Arbitration Gildea said the town has been assured board-of-education meeting on Tuesday. The Mountainside Education Associa- By MARIA WOEHR Ward 2 and ended at about 9. At that time, Mr. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 tion (MEA) seeks a new teacher contract. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Predale asked the BOE to honor the Regenstreich Neylan MOUNTAINSIDE – Mountainside terms of the contract and accept bind- 2-1 89 84 Union County: Percentage of Population Voting by Municipality teachers and parents expressed con- ing arbitration. 2-2 200 176 30.0% cern with the board of education at its “Even though binding arbitration 28.1% meeting Tuesday night. Teachers and is the standard for school-employee 2-3 95 129 27.4% 27.1% parents, dressed in red to support the contracts in Union County and across 26.0% 2-4 119 204 25.5% Mountainside Education Association the state, you refuse to accept ac- 2-5 126 277 25.0% 24.0% (MEA), filled the Beechwood School countability for the contract you sign 23.5% 2-6 98 156 media center for the meeting. with us,” Mr. Predale said. “I know Total 727 1026 21.6% At the beginning of the meeting, the reasons you give in public. You 21.2% parents and teachers requested that claim that it will expose you to liabil- Ward 3 20.0% the board rearrange its agenda so they ity should an arbitrator rule against 18.6% could express their concerns. the board. An arbitrator can only rule Sontz Ciarrocca 17.5% 16.9% 17.1% “Since we need to get up early to- against you if you fail to live up to the 3-1 55 52 morrow and would like to be awake to terms you have already agreed to teach, could you please consider switch- when you signed the contract.” 3-2 74 150 15.0% 3-3 101 108 ing the agenda items?” asked Tom Mr. Perrin responded by saying he 12.1% Predale, chief negotiator for the MEA. didn’t remember if Mr. Predale had 3-4 124 188 “We have procedures and children attended the last negotiation meeting 3-5 103 247 10.5% here. The public portion of the meet- held on October 23 and said the board 3-6 95 179 10.0% 9.4% ing is at the end,” said John Standish agreed to arbitration at the last meet- 3-7 105 224 Perrin, BOE president. ing as long as the board agreed to the Total 657 1148 “I see a lot of parents here as well,” language in the contract. said one parent. “I understand there Mr. Predale affirmed that he was 5.0% are procedures, and I would like to present at the meeting, stating, “I am Ward 4 ask on behalf of the parents here to let the chief negotiator. Yes, but this is only Scurry Foerst them speak. We have hired babysitters, going to be accepted if you agree to the 4-1 176 251 ??? ?? and I would like to hear what the language changes in the proposal. We 4-2 156 231 0.0% teachers have to say.” are not willing to accept things to be “I would like to say that the public interpreted and misinterpreted. We will 4-3 154 231

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Union portion of our meeting is at the end,” not stay additional hours or not attend

Linden Hillside Roselle Summit Rahway Winfield 4-4 103 191 Cranford Plainfield Garwood Elizabeth Westfield Fanwood Mr. Perrin said. staff meetings without compensation.”

Springfield Kenilworth

4-5 152 227 Roselle Park The meeting started at 7:30 p.m. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Mountainside Scotch Plains

New Providence Total 741 1131 Berkeley Heights PAGE INDEX EDITOR’S NOTE: Elizabeth, Linden, Plainfield, Rahway and Roselle Park officials either said they would not provide See additional voting breakdowns The Times with the number of votes cast in the November 6 election without receiving an OPRA request or said that they Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 10-11 Classifieds .... 19 for Westfield, Mountainside and did not possess that information. Official statistics on Union County’s website report a total voter turnout of 29.4 percent Editorial ...... 4-5, 21 Sports ...... 13-18 Obituary ...... 20 Garwood on page 12. for the county. Community ... 6-9 Real Estate .... 13-19 A&E ...... 22-24 Page 12 Thursday, November 15, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication 2007 Election Results: Town of Westfield (Unofficial) POLICE BLOTTER LD-21 State Sen. LD-21 General Assembly Union County Sheriff Union County Freeholders Reg. Votes Genovese Kean Jr. Bergen Albert Munoz Bramnick DeCarlo Reyes Froehlich Lijoi Mitchell Sullivan Kowalski Van Blake Quattrocchi Russitano Reilly Mapp McHugh O'Grady Voters Cast 1-1 108 133 96 87 123 137 8 9 106 103 12 101 104 90 116 112 116 17 12 9 559 249 Westfield cate excessive speed as a primary factor 1-2 88 200 82 75 185 201 8 6 108 147 16 90 92 85 160 165 162 26 16 20 743 297 Friday, November 2, police were called in the crash. Motor-vehicle charges are 1-3 90 144 85 83 137 142 5 4 94 122 11 80 85 81 137 134 134 12 11 7 656 239 to Lamberts Mill Road on a report of a pending the conclusion and results of the 1-4 134 255 134 119 233 253 7 5 181 180 16 142 137 129 220 222 224 17 16 12 1126 397 fight between two students over a cell investigation. 1-5 105 216 102 88 196 227 6 6 126 165 16 107 109 98 182 175 173 23 23 21 843 327 phone. The students were expelled from Monday, November 12, the Union 1-6 96 130 98 89 111 123 5 3 100 100 15 99 91 85 105 109 107 20 21 16 604 234 school, according to police, who are con- County Prosecutor’s Office confirmed 1-7 58 95 53 55 92 94 1 2 66 71 8 55 60 52 85 83 85 8 6 2 387 157 tinuing to investigate a rumor that a knife that an Elizabeth teenager was killed Ward 1 679 1173 650 596 1077 1177 40 35 781 888 94 674 678 620 1005 1000 1001 123 105 87 4918 1900 was present during the altercation. There shortly after midnight Monday as he rode 2-1 87 88 77 69 86 87 8 9 78 71 20 78 76 72 80 77 78 17 12 14 656 182 2-2 149 235 154 137 196 217 12 11 158 178 20 144 153 136 194 189 188 29 20 19 942 396 was no further information on which his bicycle on the 200 block of Fulton 2-3 79 149 79 80 134 131 6 7 103 110 10 86 94 75 130 122 123 9 11 8 632 233 school the students attended. Avenue in the city. 2-4 112 213 105 96 195 210 3 3 132 165 7 111 112 104 188 174 181 15 16 11 796 330 Sunday, November 4, Victor Thirteen-year-old Elijah Henderson of 2-5 118 286 127 116 260 280 3 3 150 231 11 120 123 117 262 263 255 22 14 10 968 416 Dominguez, 33, of Elizabeth was arrested Pine Street was found by Elizabeth police 2-6 84 170 81 79 163 158 2 1 95 137 10 82 86 77 152 147 155 16 10 7 627 261 at Sycamore and Boynton Avenues for officers in front of 213 Fulton Street with Ward 2 629 1141 623 577 1034 1083 34 34 716 892 78 621 644 581 1006 972 980 108 83 69 4621 1818 allegedly driving while intoxicated (DWI). a gunshot wound to the head. He was 3-1 54 57 51 48 49 49 4 5 50 42 14 49 50 45 48 46 45 9 8 7 371 116 He was released to a responsible adult. pronounced dead at University Hospital 3-2 83 141 71 68 123 125 10 11 89 104 16 69 75 67 112 114 112 30 18 14 553 233 Sunday, November 4, Sean Basilone, in Newark at 1:36 a.m. 3-3 111 92 102 100 88 94 4 5 113 74 10 109 112 106 81 77 85 16 8 8 587 211 25, of Colonia was arrested after a motor- A second victim, another 13-year-old, 3-4 129 176 121 111 167 183 5 6 133 153 15 113 117 109 165 164 159 25 23 18 749 315 vehicle stop at Central Avenue and Sus- who had been riding his bicycle with 3-5 121 232 105 108 207 216 9 12 147 170 12 115 119 102 205 201 205 13 13 9 863 364 sex Street on an outstanding Woodbridge Henderson and a third boy, was found 3-6 120 164 114 113 147 147 3 6 135 120 14 110 122 108 141 132 135 14 13 11 834 289 motor-vehicle warrant. He was released nearby with gunshot wounds to his arm 3-7 131 192 120 120 172 176 1 2 151 147 12 129 125 113 167 163 162 14 12 12 806 341 after posting $120 bail. and leg. He was treated at University Ward 3 749 1054 684 668 953 990 36 47 818 810 93 694 720 650 919 897 903 121 95 79 4763 1869 Monday, November 5, after being Hospital and released a short time later. 4-1 186 255 163 148 238 250 14 16 180 204 31 161 162 156 229 217 227 31 29 28 1159 454 4-2 176 206 167 168 188 185 12 12 196 153 22 177 171 167 166 168 160 36 26 23 927 403 stopped for a motor-vehicle violation at The third youth, a 14-year-old, was 4-3 162 226 161 142 199 221 10 11 177 173 23 154 153 145 204 204 196 33 20 17 1053 399 South Avenue and Tuttle Parkway, unharmed. According to Detective Tho- 4-4 120 185 113 96 166 184 8 10 118 150 20 103 103 86 174 174 186 23 15 15 823 315 Jahquay Murdock, 21, of Plainfield was mas Dubeau of the Elizabeth Police De- 4-5 155 223 165 153 195 211 6 6 193 165 14 168 168 152 186 187 182 15 10 14 988 392 arrested on an outstanding Plainfield partment, the murdered teenager may have Ward 4 799 1095 769 707 986 1051 50 55 864 845 110 763 757 706 959 950 951 138 100 97 4950 1963 criminal warrant with bail set at $750. been riding on the pegs attached to the 14- Total 2856 4463 2726 2548 4050 4301 160 171 3179 3435 375 2752 2799 2557 3889 3819 3835 490 383 332 19252 7550 Murdock was committed on default of year-old’s bicycle. Authorities are not bail to the Union County jail. releasing the names of the two surviving Monday, November 5, Joel Martinez, victims of the attack. 20, of Cranford was arrested at Cranford According to Union County Prosecutor Police Headquarters on an outstanding Theodore J. Romankow, detectives from MS Teachers Seek Contract Westfield traffic warrant. He was released the Elizabeth Police Department and Union CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 after posting $175 bail. County Prosecutor’s Office recovered mul- The next negotiation meeting is Greene and Adam Jlelaty for winning Monday, November 5, a Dudley Av- tiple shell casings at the scene. December 1; the MEA asked the the Pirate Open, a quiz bowl held at enue resident reported the theft of a Japa- Police are asking the public for assis- BOE to meet with them to iron out Seton Hall University. nese maple tree. tance in solving the crime. Anyone with terms of the language without the Monday, November 5, a white Trek hy- any information about the shootings can mediator to reach a consensus on brid bicycle was reported stolen from the call Detective Michael Manochio of the that part of the contract. BOE mem- garage of a Tremont Avenue residence. Union County Prosecutor’s Office at (908) bers said they would check with their WF Council Tuesday, November 6, Adam 527-4645 or Detective Thomas Dubeau of CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Trezesniowski, 22, of Westfield was ar- the Elizabeth Police Department at (908) negotiator. rested at East Broad Street and Mountain 558-2045, or they can call Crimestoppers “It is a shame. The BOE can’t put the water in the basement at the home Avenue for alleged DWI. He was re- at (908) 654-TIPS. Crimestoppers is offer- our teachers first here, and this is not at 637 Downer Street will be pumped leased to a responsible individual. ing a reward of up to $5,000 for informa- the first time that it has happened,” out prior to the demolition of the Tuesday, November 6, after being tion leading to the arrest and indictment of another parent said. structure. Extermination services in stopped for motor-vehicle violations at East the shooter. All calls to Crimestoppers are “It is important to realize there are the detached garage and an inspec- Broad Street and Karen Terrace, Paul Lynch, strictly confidential and the caller will 32, of Yonkers, N.Y. was arrested for pos- remain anonymous. Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader two sides here,” board member tion by the town’s fire department for MAKING A SPLASH…Renovations continue on the main and kiddie pools at the MaryBeth Schaumberg said. “For the 100 Effington Place will take place session of less than 50 grams of marijuana Fanwood Westfield Memorial Pool. Workers have completed two-thirds of the main pool and possession of drug paraphernalia. He Friday, November 9, Iraida L. Baeza, first five months, the MEA refused to before demolition begins on that prop- was released with a summons. 23, of Elizabeth was arrested for an out- (not pictured) and hope to pour the rest of the concrete floor next week. So far, they speak about salary.” erty, Mr. Gildea said. have utilized 300 cubic yards of concrete on the two completed sections and three- Wednesday, November 7, Klausdieter standing Garwood warrant after a motor- miles worth of rebar. “As I understand, the issue is not Councilwoman JoAnn Neylan an- Sonnenberg, 19, of Cranford was arrested vehicle stop on Midway Avenue. Ac- about salary,” the parent said. “Per- nounced changes to the Westfield Con- at Springfield police headquarters on an cording to police, she was also arrested haps maybe the teachers have differ- servation Center hours. The center will outstanding Westfield criminal warrant and charged with obstruction of justice Westfield Rescue Squad ent priorities that are not yours. They be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 9 with bail of $750. He was committed on and resisting arrest. Bail was set at $1,500, are asking for binding arbitration and a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday during default of bail to the Union County jail. which was paid, and the suspect was putting that first.” June through August. According to a Thursday, November 8, police arrested released, police said. Lauds Volunteer Billson The MEA’s last contract, a three- study, Ms. Neylan said the center was four 19-year-old Westfield residents on Saturday, November 10, Jonathan charges of possession of less than 50 Rivera, 23, of Hillside was arrested for an WESTFIELD – The Westfield Vol- well known in the Westfield commu- year one, expired June 30. mostly unoccupied between 3 and 5 grams of marijuana and underage posses- outstanding Seaside Heights warrant after unteer Rescue Squad responded to nity, and his kindness is especially Also at Tuesday’s meeting, Nick p.m. She said the decrease in hours sion of alcohol. The men, identified as a motor-vehicle stop on Martine Avenue. more than 2,500 calls in appreciated by the many Visouglia of the Mountainside Youth would add up to a $7,000 to $10,000 Peter Sebastian Hove, Jeffrey Sunday, November 11, Robert B. Holt, 2006. With the help of people who require the Baseball Association proposed that yearly savings and the standardized Meierdierck, Mathew Waters and Chris- 50, of Plainfield was arrested on a South almost 80 members, the squad’s services on a fre- the BOE allow the organization to put hours are more user-friendly. tian Patterson, were arrested following a Plainfield warrant after a motor-vehicle Westfield Volunteer Res- quent basis.” up two signs on the softball fields to “It’s a win, win, win situation,” Ms. motor-vehicle stop at Clark Street and stop on Terrill Road. promote fundraising. The BOE asked Neylan said. Tuttle Parkway. All were released on Monday, November 12, Daniel A. cue Squad is an all-vol- Most squad members their own recognizance with summonses. McKenzie, 18, of Plainfield was arrested unteer, 24/7 rescue squad. volunteer at least four hours Mr. Visouglia to bring the proposal to Leaf collection is still available and the borough’s planning board to make leaves are collected on an as-needed Thursday, November 8, John Dames, on an outstanding Carteret warrant after a Bob Billson, a five- per week. As Westfield 3rd, 32, of Rahway was arrested at Rahway motor-vehicle stop on Terrill Road. year veteran and current continues to grow, the sure everything fit signage qualifica- basis, officials said. Rob Nehring of police headquarters on multiple outstand- Tuesday, November 13, Sakinah Z. deputy captain, has been squad is always looking to tions. the 800 block of Carlton Avenue said ing warrants. They included one criminal Calder, 33, of Linden was arrested on instrumental to the increase its membership. The BOE also discussed Deerfield he and neighbors were concerned that warrant and one motor-vehicle warrant numerous Carteret warrants after a mo- squad’s current success, No prior experience is re- School playground renovations. The since the two collections already took from Westfield, with total bail of $3,000, tor-vehicle stop on La Grande Avenue. his peers said. quired; members receive BOE must renovate the playground place in October that another pick-up and one motor vehicle warrant each from Scotch Plains Mr. Billson joined the free training. because the state has changed regula- would not occur. Woodbridge, $1,000 bail; South Friday, November 9, an employee at a Bob Billson tions for playgrounds. Although the Ms. Neylan said if any residents Plainfield, $539 bail; Scotch Plains, $500 Westfield Road school reported that some- squad in 2002 and be- Anyone interested in bail, and Perth Amboy, $391 bail. Dames one sprayed graffiti on the side of the school. came a certified Emergency Medical joining the rescue squad can stop by board tried to find replacement parts would like a pick-up they could also for the playground, the company they call the town to schedule a collection. was committed on default of bail to the Saturday, November 10, Michael Technician soon after joining. Last the squad building on Watterson Street Union County jail. Petzinger, 25, of Berkeley Heights was year, Mr. Billson responded to more across from the South Avenue Circle had used was no longer in existence For any residents switching to Thursday, November 8, Frederick Roe, arrested and charged with possession of than 450 emergency calls. Squad or call (908) 233-2500. and officials said the BOE must reno- Verizon Fios as their cable operator, 44, of Newark was arrested at the Essex cocaine after being found asleep in his President Reid Edles commented on vate the playground for insurance they can still watch the local town County jail on an outstanding Westfield vehicle in front of a Route 22 restaurant, Mr. Billson’s dedication. “Bob is the purposes. meetings on TV-36, though it might criminal warrant with bail of $150. He police said. According to police, Petzinger most dedicated person I have ever Subpoenas A board committee selected a com- not air on channel 36. Mr. Gildea said was committed on default of bail to the was unable to post bail and was trans- met; he gives selflessly of his time to pany, a playground layout and equip- he hopes the station would air the Union County jail. ported to the Union County jail. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ment. The new playground will cost meetings within the month. Currently, Thursday, November 8, authorities re- Saturday, November 10, a resident of make sure that help is always avail- sponded to the Rialto Theatre on a report Church Street reported that someone broke able, including on holidays and in Members of the UCIA are Anthony over $42,000 for the equipment with- Verizon is undergoing testing of its out installation, board member Jo- service. of a fight in progress. According to po- the window in the basement of his house. times of inclement weather.” Scutari, chairman, a former county lice, an unidentified 16-year-old assaulted Saturday, November 10, a resident Squad Captain Kristin Wanca de- employee and uncle of State Senator seph Tinnirella said. Officials said The town’s library, which is under a 14-year-old Westfield juvenile, who Pheasant lane reported a suspicious ve- scribed Mr. Billson as “the most re- Nicholas Scutari; Joseph Miskiewicz, the district wants to start renovations renovation, will reopen Monday, No- sustained a bloody nose. hicle in front of his house. According to spectable person I have ever met. He is vice chairman; John Salerno, a county in February and finish the project by vember 19, with a Sunday, December Friday, November 9, Kenneth Pope, 31, police, the vehicle was stolen out of Union employee; Sebastian D’Elia, director the end of March. 9, open house. of Newark was arrested at Berkeley Heights City. The vehicle was towed and the Post Offices Hosting of communications for the county; The board recognized students “It’s looking great,” Mr. Gildea said. police headquarters on an outstanding owner was notified, police said. Carolyn Vollero, chairman of the Aaron Slepoi, Cooper Truman, Adam “It’s really something to see.” Westfield criminal warrant and a Newark Sunday, November 11, Franklin Fox, District Passport Day Cranford Democratic Committee; motor-vehicle warrant, each with bail of 51, of Plainfield was arrested for an out- AREA – Fanwood and Westfield Linda Hines; Cherron Rountree, $500. He was held pending posting of bail. standing warrant after being stopped for a Wednesday, November 7, the Union motor-vehicle violation. Post Offices will host a Passport Fair former administrator of the Roselle County Police Accident Reconstruction Unit Sunday, November 11, David Howell, for the communities on Saturday, Urban Enterprise Zone, Walter is investigating a single-car motor-vehicle 25, of Fanwood was arrested for an out- November 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Boright, a former long-time Demo- crash that occurred in Echo Lake Park in standing warrant following a motor-ve- and on Sunday, November 18, from cratic freeholder, and Samuel Mountainside at approximately 8:40 p.m. hicle stop for a violation. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Full service will also McGhee, executive director of the The vehicle, a 1994 orange Ford Mus- Sunday, November 11, Chris Salinger, be available for mailing packages and Joint Meeting of Essex and Union tang, was traveling through Echo Lake 36, of Glenwood was arrested and charged purchasing stamps. Counties, a wastewater-treatment fa- Park, failed to negotiate a turn in the with DWI after a motor-vehicle stop, when The Fanwood Post Office is lo- cility located in Elizabeth. He also roadway and crashed head-on into a con- officers smelled a strong odor of alcohol, cated at 275 South Avenue; the has served on the governing body in crete bridge wall in the park. police said. Police said Salinger was trans- The driver, Alexander Jackson, 18, of ported to headquarters where he was pro- Westfield Post Office is located at his hometown of Hillside, for more Cranford, and passengers Matthew Nigro, cessed and released with a summons. 153 Central Avenue. than 10 years. 20, of Clark and Michael Mankowsky, 21, Applicants need proof of U.S. citi- Ms. DeFilippo was attending the of Garwood were transported to Univer- zenship and proof of identity. League of Municipalities convention sity Hospital in Newark and admitted with For more information, stop in the in Atlantic City and could not be various degrees of body trauma. There Rare Books post office or see USPS.com. reached for comment. was no further information on their condi- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Robert Sebia, president of Camelot tion. A third passenger, Ian Romanello, agreement should be formalized within if a picture’s worth a Title, did not return calls seeking com- 18, of Edison was treated at and released the coming weeks, he said. ment. The Ledger reported that from Overlook Hospital in Summit. “We are really trying to work coopera- thousand words, Data from the crash is being compiled tively to make things available for the people Camelot was founded by the late state and will be analyzed to determine the of the town,” Mr. Lipson told The Leader. what is a video worth? Senator Joseph Suliga (LD-22, Lin- exact cause of the accident. Union County “[The historical society and the library] den). Camelot performs title searches, SAFETY FIRST...Captain Jim Debbie of the Mountainside Fire Department Police Traffic Investigator, Officer Jo- have different constituencies, but I know goleader.com/video sells title insurance and refinances visits Holy Trinity Interparochial School in Mountainside and presents fire-safety seph Nordstrom, is conducting the crash we can work together cooperatively to mortgages, the Ledger said. information to the preschool and kindergarten students. investigation. Preliminary findings indi- complement each other’s functions.” 2007 Election Results: Borough of Garwood (Unofficial)

LD-21 State Sen. LD-21 General Assembly Union County Sheriff Union County Freeholders Borough Council Quest. 1 Quest. 2 Quest. 3 Quest. 4 Reg. Votes Genovese Kean Jr. Bergen Albert Munoz Bramnick DeCarlo Reyes Froehlich Lijoi Mitchell Sullivan Kowalski Van Blake Quattrocchi Russitano Reilly Mapp McHugh O'Grady Lombardo Napolitano Sytko Clark Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Voters Cast Dist. 1 90 153 78 83 145 138 10 8 106118 16 90 86 76 139 138 137 13 10 9 96 116 144 125 93109 74140100106 92104 698 Dist. 2 160 191 135 136 175 180 14 10 166 154 13 142 138 121 177 180 177 18 16 17 154 170 207 170 123 183 133 185 132 176 158 144 832 Dist. 3 100 99 76 80 95 92 12 11 108 64 17 81 89 76 93 84 82 16 14 14 91 100 103 95 65100 66111 87 81 81 87 480 Dist. 4 59 82 53 57 71 74 1 1 68 58 6 64 62 54 68 65 65 5 5 6 65 73 77 68 38 74 40 78 48 60 51 63 442 Abs. 15 16 13 9 Total 409 525 342 356 486 484 37 30 448 394 52 377 375 327 477 467 461 52 45 46 421 475 544 467 319 466 313 514 367 423 382 398 2452 0 2007 Election Results: Borough of Mountainside (Unofficial, not counting absentee ballots) LD-21 State Sen. LD-21 General Assembly Union County Sheriff Union County Freeholders Mayor Borough Council Quest. 1 Quest. 2 Quest. 3 Quest. 4 Quest. 5 Reg. Votes Genovese Kean Jr. Bergen Albert Munoz Bramnick DeCarlo Reyes Young Hetrick Froehlich Lijoi Mitchell Sullivan Kowalski Van Blake Quattrocchi Russitano Reilly Mapp McHugh O'Grady Viglianti Mortimer Wass Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Voters Cast Dist. 1 67 121 59 61 109 113 7 7 3 1 79 92 7 65 67 61 105 102 104 8 8 9 126 124 117 67 106 83 99 95 86 88 88 66 111 487 195 Dist. 2 63 113 54 57 104 106 7 4 3 2 70 82 16 51 49 47 99 100 100 16 15 16 108 110 109 66 97 76 92 76 91 86 79 55 119 483 185 Dist. 3 57 131 50 47 125 120 10 10 4 3 68 109 9 49 50 44 123 123 126 12 12 11 129 132 125 70 104 91 92 91 88 108 68 72 104 509 195 Dist. 4 52 133 50 46 127 125 3 2 2 1 67 105 7 54 56 50 122 120 122 4 8 5 129 136 132 82 92 89 90 100 78 118 56 79 98 462 190 Dist. 5 75 160 66 58 144 150 12 12 6 5 75 135 16 61 63 55 147 144 143 13 12 15 157 156 150 104 122 120 111 123 106 130 96 98 138 607 247 Dist. 6 51 127 52 52 115 112 3 4 0 0 57 109 5 53 56 48 113 111 114 5 3 3 124 128 123 72 88 88 86 79 88 89 75 82 89 440 186 Dist. 7 75 148 64 56 135 140 11 11 3 7 90 108 21 63 70 55 132 124 129 21 27 26 145 142 134 91 128 92 137 103 122 120 102 85 144 618 246 Dist. 8 57 100 56 53 92 94 2 1 3 3 76 74 4 60 62 57 86 85 88 5 5 7 101 104 100 59 95 93 68 96 60 109 45 69 85 427 172 Dist. 9 46 137 41 43 122 122 2 4 0 1 56 99 11 41 47 38 118 109 118 10 7 7 121 132 126 74 101 81 99 78 96 86 86 59 119 493 190 Total 543 1170 492 473 1073 1082 57 55 24 23 638 913 96 497 520 455 1045 1018 1044 94 97 99 1140 1164 1116 685 933 813 874 841 815 934 695 665 1007 4526 1806

Holiday Schedule Announcement - Our holiday newspapers will be mailed on Wednesday, November 21, 2007; Thursday, December 27, 2007 and Thursday, Janu- Thanksgiving Christmas New Year’s ary 3, 2008. Our closing press days for these editions are Tuesday, November 20, Press Day Press Day Press Day 2007; Monday noon, December 24 and Monday noon December 31, 2007 respec- Tuesday, Monday, Monday, tively. Please submit articles and advertisements a minimum of two days prior to November 20 December 24 December 31 press days to assure making the deadlines. USPS 485200 Thursday, November 15, 2007 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 48TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 46-2007 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] New Scotch Plains Public Works Director to Begin Duties Next Week By FRED T. ROSSI Kevin Ward as the new director of who resigned five months ago after Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times public works in Scotch Plains. Mr. being indicted last December in SCOTCH PLAINS — Township Ward will begin his duties next Mon- Hunterdon County for allegedly keep- Manager Tom Atkins has appointed day. He succeeds Charles Cerami, ing more than $200 from scrap-metal sales during his tenure as public works director in Clinton Township. For the past nine years, Mr. Ward served as superintendent of commu- nity services in Montclair, where he oversaw various aspects of public works, shade-tree maintenance, mu- nicipal facilities and some parks and recreation maintenance. In June, the township council hired Jersey Pro- fessional Management, a manage- ment-consulting firm in Cranford, to assist in the recruitment process. According to Township Manager Thomas Atkins, Mr. Ward was one of two candidates under consideration Christina Hinke for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times HONORING HEROES...As tradition corresponding to the Armistice of World War I, Scotch Plains citizens honor veterans when he was selected last month. on the 11th month, 11th day at the 11th hour, last Sunday at the Memorial on Park Avenue in Scotch Plains. “It is my feeling that Kevin will do very well with our residents and tax- payers,” Mr. Atkins told the council. Ex-Police Cop Alleges Retaliation David B. Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times “Interviewing him extensively and ON THE CHASE…Raider Tyler Del Mauro, left, attempts to beat her Mendham looking into his background also opponents to the soccer ball. The Mendham girls defeated Scotch Plains-Fanwood, seemed to make it clear he would 1-0, on Wednesday, November 7 to win the North Jersey, Group 3, Section 2 title. work quite compatibly with the orga- nization as a whole and with depart- In Denial of SPPD Promotions ment personnel.” By FRED T. ROSSI made racially-biased comments on the could pursue certain aspects of their Attorney General Subpoenas Since earlier this year, Mr. Atkins Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times manner in which the four white officers lawsuit. has been acting as interim director of SCOTCH PLAINS — A former handled the vehicle stop. The officers’ Under the terms of the settlement the department due to Mr. Cerami’s Scotch Plains police officer has filed lawsuit also claimed that, despite then- reached in the spring of 2006, $210,000 County Democratic Chair unclear status prior to his June 4 a lawsuit against the township claim- Chief Thomas O’Brien being made in attorney’s fees were paid to Steven By DEBBIE HOFFMAN explanation of her duties as Mr. Cohen’s resignation and the retirement of Earl ing retaliation in connection with an aware of Captain Nelson’s unprofes- Adler, who represented the four offic- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times aide, all records relating to the county Jackson, the department’s second-in- earlier lawsuit he and three fellow sional conduct, no measures were taken ers, who also received $25,000 apiece COUNTY – Union County Improve- Democratic Committee’s involvement charge, in the spring. Four assistant officers filed in 2000. against Captain Nelson. as part of the settlement. ment Authority (UCIA) counsel in last year’s primary election in Roselle supervisors assumed most of the day- In the suit he filed on October 9 in In 2004, retired State Superior Court In his current lawsuit, Mr. Lonergan Jonathan Williams confirmed to The (where allegations of voter fraud are to-day responsibilities of running the State Superior Court in Warren County, Assignment Judge for Union County, alleges he was passed over for pro- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times this week being investigated), and a client list and department over the past seven Kevin Lonergan claims police-depart- Edward Beglin, dismissed the offic- motion to lieutenant when three dif- that UCIA execu- financial records months, Mr. Atkins said. ment officials retaliated against him ers’ lawsuit, saying they had failed to ferent slots opened up last year. tive director Char- from Camelot Title Last month, Nicholas DiNizo, a pub- by denying him promotions, specifi- prove they had been discriminated When contacted by The Scotch lotte DeFilippo, Agency, a lic-works employee, filed a lawsuit ac- cally the rank of lieutenant. Mr. against by Mr. Nelson and Mr. O’Brien Plains-Fanwood Times, neither Mr. chairwoman of the Woodbridge- cusing Mr. Atkins of damaging his repu- Lonergan, who retired on permanent and had failed to show any adverse Adler, who is representing Mr. Union County based company in tation and denying him promotions in disability late last year, was one of a effects on their employment in the Lonergan, nor township attorney Democratic Com- which she owns a connection with a letter Mr. DiNizo quartet of officers — including Brian aftermath of being reprimanded. A Brian Levine had additional com- mittee, has been minority stake. sent to Mr. Atkins in 2006 complaining Cheney, Matthew Fugett and Brian state appellate court ruled the officers ments on the lawsuit. served with five “The revelation about conditions at the department and Garbinski — that filed a reverse-ra- subpoenas by the shortly after the the behavior of Mr. Cerami. cial-discrimination lawsuit against the state Attorney November elec- During last year’s election-campaign township police department, its former FW Resident Seeks Info Re. General’s Office, tions that Charlotte season, Scotch Plains Democrats raised black police chief and the chief’s white demanding docu- DeFilippo and concerns about Mr. Cerami’s hiring predecessor. ments and other in- other Union and job performance, citing the then- The four officers had been repri- Livingston-Wilbor Building formation about her County Democrats ongoing Hunterdon County investiga- manded by then-Captain Marshall By TED RITTER The mayor said the borough hired public and private were served sub- tion and the work environment he cre- Nelson for their performance during an Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times a “third-party” structural engineer to business dealings. poenas comes as no ated in Scotch Plains. April 2000 traffic stop involving four FANWOOD — During the public help facilitate a stop-work order and Susan Cook for The Times Ms. DeFilippo IN CHARGE...County Democratic surprise,” said Phil “Mr. Cerami was hired as director black men. The four officers alleged portion of Monday’s Fanwood Bor- determine when it was safe to resume also serves as a leg- Party Chair Charlotte DeFilippo reads Morin, Union of the Scotch Plains Department of that Mr. Nelson, a black who served as ough Council meeting, resident construction at the Station Mews site. islative aide to As- the winning vote results for Union County County Republi- Public Works when he was director police chief from 2002 to 2004, had Michael D’Antuono asked a series of “Everything was double-reviewed,” semblyman Neil Democratic candidates at L’Affaire Res- can Chairman. of the Clinton Township Department improperly reprimanded them for their questions about the Livingston-Wilbor she said. Construction has since re- Cohen (LD-20, taurant in Mountainside at the close of “I became aware of Works when it was under criminal performance during the traffic stop, property at 238 South Avenue. sumed on the complex. Roselle). The sub- polls on November 6. Assemblyman Neil of [the subpoenas] investigation by the Hunterdon had said that excessive force had been A firewall under construction at the Mr. D’Antuono then raised the is- poenas were served Cohen listens in the background. the Friday before County Prosecutor’s Office as re- used on the men being stopped and had neighboring Station Mews development sue of the cost and possible tax bur- in September and October. The Star- the election and received word on Fri- ported in the press,” then-Scotch WF Historical Society next door collapsed onto the longtime den related to the proposed Ledger broke the story on November 9. day from The Ledger that they were Plains Democratic Municipal Chair- light-industrial property earlier this year. Livingston-Wilbor purchase. “That’s Ms. DeFilippo revealed to The Led- aware of the story,” Mr. Morin said. “I’d man Ken Lipstein told The Scotch Saves Rare Books From The borough now wants to buy the a very big expenditure,” he said. ger that the subpoenas seek: like to know why the story was deliber- Plains-Fanwood Times last October. property and finance the sale with a “There is a big difference between Financial and other documents for ately held until after the election.” “Since Mr. Cerami’s [hiring] there Library Destruction proposed $2-million bond ordinance. entering into an agreement and clos- the last three years from the UCIA, an CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 By WAYNE BAKER The council has the issue, along with ing [the deal],” Mayor Mahr re- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times other items, on the agenda for a special sponded, calling the site “one critical Union County: Percentage of Population Voting by Municipality WESTFIELD — The Westfield meeting this Tuesday, November 20, at piece of property” in the downtown 30.0% Historical Society and their family 7:30 p.m. in borough hall. redevelopment zone. 28.1% 27.4% members have saved carloads of Mr. D’Antuono asked if the bor- “We’re getting to the point where the 27.1% books, identified by the society as ough has learned what actually caused end [of the redevelopment effort] is in 26.0% 25.5% “rare” and “collectable,” from de- the collapse. sight. This piece [of property] needs to 25.0% 24.0% struction. “We have not gotten official word be redeveloped…without this piece, it 23.5% The books include some of the ear- from the lead agency investigating doesn’t work,” the mayor added, point- 21.6% liest published works of cartoonist [the incident],” Mayor Mahr said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 21.2% Charles Addams, who grew up in 20.0% Westfield. Mr. Addams, who attended 18.6% Westfield High School, achieved fame 17.5% 16.9% 17.1% drawing for The New Yorker maga- zine and inspired “The Addams Fam- 15.0% ily” television series. As part of the renovations that are 12.1% nearing completion, library person- nel reviewed the local-history collec- 10.5% tion, and books that were duplicates 10.0% 9.4% or deemed not of local interest were selected for de-accessioning (the li- brary term for taking books out of an entity’s records). 5.0% On the morning of October 23, Stan Lipson, curator of the Westfield Historical Society’s collection, while ??? ?? walking to the town’s train station, 0.0% “noticed an unusually large pile, Ted Ritter for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times enough to fill at least two or three POST-MEETING CHAT...Fanwood resident Michael D’Antuono, left, speaks

Clark Union pickup trucks, of books and boxes of with Mayor Colleen Mahr and Councilman-elect Anthony Parenti, center, after Linden Hillside Roselle Summit Rahway Winfield

Cranford Plainfield Garwood Elizabeth Westfield Fanwood books behind the library waiting for Monday night’s borough-council meeting. Mr. D’Antuono earlier raised several

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Roselle Park the recyclers,” he related in an e-mail. questions about the borough’s proposed purchase of the Livingston-Wilbor Mountainside Scotch Plains

New Providence Later in the e-mail, he said, “[My property on South Avenue, located within the downtown redevelopment area. Berkeley Heights EDITOR’S NOTE: Elizabeth, Linden, Plainfield, Rahway and Roselle Park officials either said they would not provide wife] has just called to say that she PAGE INDEX The Times with the number of votes cast in the November 6 election without receiving an OPRA request or said that they and my daughter went to the site Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 10-11 Classifieds .... 19 did not possess that information. Official statistics on Union County’s website report a total voter turnout of 29.4 percent where, among other things, they ‘res- Editorial ...... 4-5, 21 Sports ...... 13-18 Obituary ...... 20 for the county. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Community ... 6-9 Real Estate .... 11-19 A&E ...... 22-24 2007 Election Results: Borough of Fanwood (Unofficial, not counting absentee ballots) LD-22 NJ Sen. LD-22 General Assembly Union County Sheriff Union County Freeholders Mayor Borough Council Quest. 1 Quest. 2 Quest. 3 Quest. 4 Reg. Votes Scutari McConnell Green Stender DesRochers Gatto Froehlich Lijoi Mitchell Sullivan Kowalski Van Blake Quattrocchi Russitano Reilly Mapp McHugh O'Grady Mahr Other Mitchell Populus Parenti Stroz Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Voters Cast Dist. 1 108 117 107 112 103 110 113 99 17 99 101 95 110 105 106 18 15 15 147 0 115 107 121 112 90 106 91 110 104 95 123 72 617 234 Dist. 2 93 97 86 100 92 94 98 83 12 80 87 83 86 92 94 16 11 11 136 0 101 100 100 94 85 84 88 85 94 78 94 77 476 199 Dist. 3 201 142 196 212 140 134 209 120 17 183 186 181 145 143 136 15 15 13 255 0 203 206 154 140 144 156 147 158 151 147 182 109 862 370 Dist. 4 140 124 133 160 117 115 147 102 11 120 125 116 129 129 121 17 10 9 202 0 158 144 126 125 104 127 119 125 144 98 143 89 664 284 Dist. 5 115 125 112 127 115 117 119 106 13 105 103 101 120 116 113 21 12 13 160 3 122 120 135 125 91 117 106 108 117 97 130 80 654 257 Dist. 6 131 164 125 143 155 154 139 130 19 123 123 118 153 152 150 18 13 15 196 2 137 133 173 167 122 143 123 146 133 138 148 113 706 313 Dist. 7 146 191 133 150 188 183 162 151 19 116 116 111 194 190 182 33 25 22 199 7 142 129 217 193 117 186 121 192 135 174 154 151 774 357 Totals 934 960 892 1004 910 907 987 791 108 826 841 805 937 927 902 138 101 98 1295 12 978 939 1026 956 753 919 795 924 878 827 974 691 4753 2014 Page 12 Thursday, November 15, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Fanwood Council Meeting POLICE BLOTTER CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ing to its possible use for shared park- head” for years. “For us, we thought Fanwood Thursday, November 8, John Dames, ing. She also said the borough does not that was the best deal possible.” Friday, November 9, Iraida L. Baeza, 3rd, 32, of Rahway was arrested at Rahway take “going into debt lightly.” Mr. Populus said the borough likely 23, of Elizabeth was arrested for an out- police headquarters on multiple outstand- “If we step away, we can really kiss saved “hundreds of thousands of dol- standing Garwood warrant after a motor- ing warrants. They included one criminal the redevelopment goodbye,” she said. lars” by negotiating a deal. “I don’t vehicle stop on Midway Avenue. Ac- warrant and one motor-vehicle warrant In other business, the governing think anyone in history has saved cording to police, she was also arrested from Westfield, with total bail of $3,000, body considered, on first reading, a Fanwood that kind of money,” he said, and charged with obstruction of justice and one motor vehicle warrant each from proposed ordinance and companion commending on the borough council and resisting arrest. Bail was set at $1,500, Woodbridge, $1,000 bail; South which was paid and Baeza was released, Plainfield, $539 bail; Scotch Plains, $500 resolutions pursuant to settling a legal for working toward the settlement. police said. bail, and Perth Amboy, $391 bail. Dames dispute with the Plainfield Municipal The ordinance will come up for Saturday, November 10, Jonathan was committed on default of bail to the Utilities Authority (PMUA). final approval at a public hearing on Rivera, 23, of Hillside was arrested for an Union County jail. The borough’s chief financial of- December 19. outstanding Seaside Heights warrant af- Thursday, November 8, Frederick Roe, ficer, Fred Tomkins, said the ordi- Scotch Plains resident Mitchell ter a motor vehicle stop on Martine Av- 44, of Newark was arrested at the Essex nance would authorize a $325,000- Mankin spoke about “a petty ticket” enue. County jail on an outstanding Westfield bond sale to finance a large portion of he received at a LaGrande Avenue Sunday, November 11, Robert B. Holt, criminal warrant with bail of $150. He a legal settlement with the PMUA intersection for obstructing traffic. 50, of Plainfield was arrested on a South was committed on default of bail to the regarding sewer service bills for 144 Mr. Mankin said the municipal Plainfield warrant after a motor-vehicle Union County jail. Christina Hinke for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times stop on Terrill Road. Thursday, November 8, authorities re- Fanwood residences dating back prosecutor encouraged him to speak WE WILL NEVER FORGET…Members of the American Legion Post 209 and Monday, November 12, Daniel A. sponded to the Rialto Theatre on a report nearly 20 years. to the borough council about the is- the Veterans of Foreign Wars 10122 Color Guard participate in Veterans Day McKenzie, 18, of Plainfield was arrested of a fight in progress. According to po- “Part of our sewer system goes into sue. He claimed his car was “barely ceremonies last Sunday, November 11, in front of the Fanwood Memorial on an outstanding Carteret warrant after a lice, an unidentified 16-year-old assaulted Plainfield,” said Councilman William touching the crosswalk” when he was Library. The Color Guard includes Frank Choynake, Frank Chupko, Brian motor-vehicle stop on Terrill Road. a 14-year-old Westfield juvenile, who Populus. “For 17 years, we had a use of ticketed while stuck in traffic. Dunn, Danny Seib, Ed Fritz, Kevin Hughes, Matt Betay, Kevin Burnes, Dick Tuesday, November 13, Sakinah Z. sustained a bloody nose. [sewer] services and didn’t pay for it.” “It’s almost like automobile musi- Kenyon, Fred Sockwell, Tom Kean, Pete Breece and Phil Gans. Calder, 33, of Linden was arrested on Friday, November 9, Kenneth Pope, Mayor Mahr said the borough even- cal chairs; I had no choice but to sit numerous Carteret warrants after a motor 31, of Newark was arrested at Berkeley tually received a bill, but she said the there [at the intersection],” he said. vehicle stop on La Grande Avenue. Heights police headquarters on an out- PMUA did not provide an “explana- Mr. Mankin said it would be more WF Library Discards Books Scotch Plains standing Westfield criminal warrant and tion” when asked to clarify the charges. effective to have a police officer direct- Friday, November 9, an employee at a a Newark motor-vehicle warrant, each CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Westfield Road school reported that some- with bail of $500. He was held pending Mr. Tomkins said the “lump sum” ing traffic in the middle of the intersec- one sprayed graffiti on the side of the posting of bail. settlement, to be paid through the tion, rather than patrolling nearby. cued’ quite a few about Westfield and Mr. Gross told The Leader that school. Wednesday, November 7, the Union proposed bond sale “over a period of “It’s a no-brainer. Something genealogy labeled ‘Hopkins Room.’” since the local history and genealogi- Saturday, November 10, Michael County Police Accident Reconstruction Unit time,” would cover sewer service should be done,” he said. The Hopkins Room was the room cal information does not circulate, he Petzinger, 25, of Berkeley Heights was is investigating a single-car motor vehicle charges dating seven years back and “The idea [of putting a police of- at the old library – in the municipal believes the library had no way to arrested and charged with possession of crash that occurred in Echo Lake Park in five years forward. ficer] out there was to keep the flow building – that housed local history evaluate the relative merits of an item. cocaine after being found asleep in his Mountainside at approximately 8:40 p.m. At that point, in 2012, the borough of traffic going through the center of and genealogy. On November 6, members of the vehicle in front of a Route 22 restaurant, The vehicle, a 1994 orange Ford Mus- would begin paying the PMUA for town,” Mayor Mahr responded. At that time, historical-society public found a second group of books, police said. According to police, Petzinger tang, was traveling through Echo Lake was unable to post bail and was trans- Park, failed to negotiate a turn in the service at “62 percent of the going “When someone blocks the box, it members said it was unclear what the including multiple Westfield High ported to the Union County jail. roadway and crashed head-on into a con- rate at that time,” he said. “We are [impedes] traffic,” Councilman Bruce implications of disposal of these items School yearbooks, put out for dis- Saturday, November 10, a resident of crete bridge wall in the park. being [billed] as a different user since Walsh said. “It can even be a matter of represented. posal. Mr. Israel said these were a Church Street reported that someone broke The driver, Alexander Jackson, 18, of we don’t live in Plainfield.” public safety; it causes a lot of diffi- Phil Israel, the director of the li- small group of books that had been the window in the basement of his house. Cranford, and passengers Matthew Nigro, “We got [an interest] rate that is culty.” brary, told The Westfield Leader, said intended for the earlier disposal. Saturday, November 10, a resident 20, of Clark and Michael Mankowsky, going to remain frozen,” said Mayor “We know we have a signal-timing the library disposes of books regu- Mr. Israel acknowledged that er- Pheasant Lane reported a suspicious 21, of Garwood were transported to Uni- Mahr, who said the legal issue has issue there, and we’re working on it,” larly when they become out-of-date, rors were made, especially in the case vehicle in front of his house. Accord- versity Hospital in Newark and admitted been “hanging over the borough’s the mayor said. “seriously damaged,” duplicated or of the Addams yearbooks, saying, ing to police, the vehicle was stolen with various degrees of body trauma. out of circulation. “We just weren’t aware that he was out of Union City. The vehicle was There was no further information on their towed and the owner was notified, po- condition. A third passenger, Ian George Gross, a historical-society the editor” – a reference to Mr. lice said. Romanello, 18, of Edison was treated at board member and registrar of the Addams serving as the art editor for Sunday, November 11, Franklin Fox, and released from Overlook Hospital in local Sons of the American Revolu- the high school’s annual yearbook in 51, of Plainfield was arrested for an out- Summit. tion chapter and a frequent user of 1929. Some of his cartoons also ap- standing warrant after being stopped for a Data from the crash is being compiled genealogical materials, said in an- pear in the 1928 edition. motor vehicle violation. that will be analyzed to determine the other e-mail to The Leader, “I only Ron MacCloskey, an expert on Mr. Sunday, November 11, David Howell, exact cause of the accident. Union County hope that those items there that have Addams, estimated the yearbooks to 25, of Fanwood was arrested for an out- Police Traffic Investigator, Officer Jo- been so valuable to me over the years have a value in the $1,000 to $3,000 standing warrant following a motor-ve- seph Nordstrom, is conducting the crash will not have disappeared.” range. Mr. MacCloskey also said some hicle stop for a violation. investigation. Preliminary findings indi- Sunday, November 11, Chris Salinger, cate excessive speed as a primary factor recognizable Westfield sites and 36, of Glenwood was arrested and charged in the crash. Motor vehicle charges are names appear in Addams’ cartoons, with DWI after a motor-vehicle stop at pending the conclusion and results of the DPW Director drawn from the early 1940s to the which time officers smelled a strong odor investigation. mid-1970s. He cites a law firm named of alcohol, police said. According to po- Monday, November 12, the Union CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 after some of Mr. Addams high-school lice, Salinger was transported to headquar- County Prosecutor’s Office has confirmed have been complaints from Scotch friends, the Rialto Theatre, the ters where he was processed and released that an Elizabeth teenager was killed Plains Department of Public Works Arcanum Building and the former with a summons. shortly after midnight Monday as he rode workers to township management John Franks department store as ex- Westfield his bicycle on the 200 block of Fulton Maria Woehr for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times about inappropriate treatment from amples of the subjects for the car- Friday, November 2, police were called Avenue in the city. VARIED DISCUSSION…Scotch Plains Recreation Commission members discuss to Lamberts Mill Road on a report of a Thirteen-year-old Elijah Henderson of a series of topics Monday night, among them revenues from miniature golf, the Mr. Cerami.” toons. fight between two students over a cell Pine Street was found by Elizabeth police installation of 100 trees at Jerseyland Park – at a cost of $1,350 – and a meeting with Mr. Lipstein referenced but did not Mr. MacCloskey also said the phone. The students were expelled from officers in front of 213 Fulton Street with an RBA architect regarding the senior community center. “The meeting went well name a DPW employee who claimed Addams family lived in two or three school, according to police, who are con- a gunshot wound to the head. He was with the architect. We agreed on most things, minus the gym. We also agreed on he was suspended for a letter alleging homes in town, most notably at 522 tinuing to investigate a rumor that a knife pronounced dead at University Hospital Brookside as the potential new complex,” Recreation Director Ray Poerio said. mistreatment of DPW employees by Elm Street, where a plaque marks was present during the altercation. There in Newark at 1:36 a.m. Mr. Cerami. At that time, Mr. Atkins their residence. He also said many was no further information on which A second victim, another 13-year-old, told The Times that “there has been no people mistake the home at 411 Elm school the students attended. who had been riding his bicycle with AG Serves UC Dem. Chair suspension for even one day.” Street as being Mr. Addams’ home. Sunday, November 4, Victor Dominguez, Henderson and a third boy, was found Mr. Atkins told The Times this week Mr. Lipson said there is now an 33, of Elizabeth was arrested at Sycamore nearby with gunshot wounds to his arm CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and Boynton Avenues for alleged DWI. He and leg. He was treated at University When contacted by The Times, the ciation website. he believes that, despite some of the “agreement in principle” with Mr. was released to a responsible adult. Hospital and released a short time later. state Attorney General’s Office would The subpoenas are directed at Ms. turmoil of the past year, morale at Israel to permit the historical society Monday, November 5, after being The third youth, a 14-year-old, was not confirm the report. DeFilippo, and not for any actions of department is “pretty good” and that and other organizations to provide stopped for a motor-vehicle violation at unharmed. According to Detective Tho- “By policy, we cannot confirm or UCIA commissioners. most employees there are “doing input to the library regarding future South Avenue and Tuttle Parkway, mas Dubeau of the Elizabeth Police De- deny an investigation,” said Peter “There is a real sensitivity to the fine.” He said Mr. Ward should find disposal of local-history books. The Jahquay Murdock, 21, of Plainfield was partment, the murdered teenager may have Aseltine, a spokesman for Attorney issues here,” Mr. Williams said. “The the department in good shape since agreement should be formalized arrested on an outstanding Plainfield been riding on the pegs attached to the 14- General Anne Milgram. volunteer members of the board worked Mr. Atkins had handled all of its ad- within the coming weeks, he said. criminal warrant with bail set at $750. year-old’s bicycle. Mr. Williams confirmed the exist- very hard on very worthy projects.” ministrative functions for much of “We are really trying to work coop- Murdock was committed on default of According to Union County Prosecu- ence of subpoenas but would not pro- Members of the UCIA are Anthony this year while Mr. Jackson, prior to eratively to make things available for bail to the Union County jail. tor Ted Romankow, detectives from the Monday, November 5, a Dudley Av- Elizabeth Police Department and Union vide specifics on what documents Scutari, chairman, a former county his retirement, “did an excellent job the people of the town,” Mr. Lipson enue resident reported the theft of a Japa- County Prosecutor’s Office recovered were sought. employee and uncle of State Senator with the operations” of the depart- told The Leader. “[The historical so- nese maple tree. multiple shell casings at the scene. “The subpoenas are only a request Nicholas Scutari; Joseph Miskiewicz, ment. ciety and the library] have different Monday, November 5, a white Trek hy- Police are asking the public for assis- for documents, and the UCIA is com- vice chairman; John Salerno, a county He said Mr. Ward will attend the constituencies, but I know we can brid bicycle was reported stolen from the tance in solving the crime. Anyone with plying with that request and will get employee; Sebastian D’Elia, director council’s Tuesday, November 20 con- work together cooperatively to garage of a Tremont Avenue residence. any information about the shootings can that information to the Attorney of communications for the county; ference meeting. complement each other’s functions.” Tuesday, November 6, Adam call Detective Michael Manochio of the General’s Office by the end of the Carolyn Vollero, chairman of the Trezesniowski, 22, of Westfield was ar- Union County Prosecutor’s Office at (908) month,” he said. Cranford Democratic Committee; rested at East Broad Street and Mountain 527-4645 or Detective Thomas Dubeau of The UCIA, by state definition, pro- Linda Hines; Cherron Rountree, Avenue for alleged DWI. He was re- the Elizabeth Police Department at (908) leased to a responsible individual. 558-2045, or they can call Crimestoppers vides “the county, municipalities, former administrator of the Roselle Tuesday, November 6, after being at (908) 654-TIPS. Crimestoppers is offer- school districts, authorities, non-profit Urban Enterprise Zone, Walter stopped for motor-vehicle violations at East ing a reward of up to $5,000 for informa- organizations and private redevelop- Boright, a former long-time Demo- Broad Street and Karen Terrace, Paul Lynch, tion leading to the arrest and indictment of ers with additional financing options cratic freeholder, and Samuel McGhee, 32, of Yonkers, N.Y. was arrested for pos- the shooter. All calls to Crimestoppers are for their equipment purchases and executive director of the Joint Meet- session of less than 50 grams of marijuana strictly confidential and the caller will capital projects.” ing of Essex and Union Counties, a and possession of drug paraphernalia. He remain anonymous. A Republican-majority freeholder wastewater-treatment facility located was released with a summons. board established the UCIA in 1986. in Elizabeth. He also has served on the Wednesday, November 7, Klausdieter The ordinance that effectively cre- governing body in his hometown of Sonnenberg, 19, of Cranford was arrested FW, WF Post Offices at Springfield police headquarters on an ated the UCIA states that the author- Hillside, for more than 10 years. outstanding Westfield criminal warrant Host Passport Days ity would be responsible for “low- Ms. DeFilippo was attending the with bail of $750. He was committed on AREA – Fanwood and Westfield Post cost financing of capital structures League of Municipalities convention default of bail to the Union County jail. Offices are hosting a Passport Fair for the and facilities within the County of in Atlantic City and could not be Thursday, November 8, police arrested communities on Saturday from 9 a.m. to Union through the establishment of a reached for comment. four 19-year-old Westfield residents on 4 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. pool governmental loan program.” Robert Sebia, president of Camelot charges of possession of less than 50 Full service will also be available for Current projects the UCIA has fi- Title, did not return calls seeking com- grams of marijuana and underage posses- mailing packages and purchasing stamps. nanced include the expansion of the ment. The Ledger reported the sion of alcohol. The men, identified as The Fanwood Post Office is located at Union County College Elizabeth cam- Camelot was founded by the late state Peter Sebastian Hove, Jeffrey 275 South Avenue; the Westfield Post Meierdierck, Mathew Waters and Chris- Office is located at 153 Central Avenue. pus, a new fire station in Linden and Senator Joseph Suliga (LD-22, Lin- tian Patterson, were arrested following a Applicants need proof of U.S. citizen- the Linden library project, according den). Camelot performs title searches, CAST OF CHARACTERS…Above, Scotch Plains Brunner School fourth grad- motor-vehicle stop at Clark Street and ship and proof of identity. to recent UCIA meeting minutes on sells title insurance and refinances ers participate in a Halloween parade on the school’s blacktop. Pre-kindergarten Tuttle Parkway. All were released on For more information, stop in the post the Union County Watchdog Asso- mortgages, The Ledger said. through fourth-grade students take part in the annual event. their own recognizance with summonses. office or see USPS.com. 2007 Election Results: Township of Scotch Plains (Unofficial, not counting absentee ballots) LD-22 State Senator LD-22 General Assembly Union County Sheriff Union County Freeholders Quest. 1 Quest. 2 Quest. 3 Quest. 4 Reg. Votes Scutari McConnell Green Stender DesRochers Gatto Froehlich Lijoi Mitchell Sullivan Kowalski Van Blake Quattrocchi Russitano Reilly Mapp McHugh O'Grady Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Voters Cast Dist. 1 128 30 127 120 28 29 120 23 11 114 112 114 28 31 28 11 9 11 54 68 75 55 60 67 80 45 781 173 Dist. 2 91 48 89 89 37 38 85 32 18 82 84 82 41 36 37 15 15 15 45 76 69 59 60 62 64 55 596 151 Dist. 3 56 78 55 62 69 72 63 59 12 56 58 55 68 65 65 13 11 12 54 75 53 79 60 71 70 60 649 144 Dist. 4 55 99 43 58 87 87 64 74 11 47 47 41 87 87 88 14 14 12 61 87 59 88 66 80 83 58 585 162 Dist. 5 82 102 77 80 96 100 80 89 17 73 72 70 98 92 97 15 19 17 89 87 89 95 92 89 113 67 663 198 Dist. 6 115 120 104 113 110 112 110 95 24 101 101 92 105 102 108 29 27 25 92 134 111 120 113 117 143 78 450 247 Dist. 7 61 73 59 56 70 74 61 64 10 48 48 45 75 73 78 14 12 10 47 89 61 79 70 69 83 54 537 144 Dist. 8 56 48 48 54 49 50 60 42 4 49 51 47 48 49 47 9 10 7 47 59 46 66 49 59 63 47 878 115 Dist. 9 82 85 76 79 80 84 83 74 11 75 78 67 85 81 87 10 8 8 69 82 80 74 62 89 75 73 607 172 Dist. 10 92 68 88 87 66 71 88 60 14 82 85 80 70 66 70 16 11 11 67 88 84 80 77 84 100 57 539 178 Dist. 11 80 74 76 74 69 75 74 66 14 72 75 68 72 66 69 12 12 12 68 78 76 75 89 58 93 50 543 164 Dist. 12 76 77 73 79 72 75 85 58 12 71 75 63 73 70 78 11 10 8 78 76 77 84 80 80 96 60 603 167 Dist. 13 73 77 69 85 64 66 73 57 12 64 68 60 68 64 69 15 12 12 62 75 69 76 69 74 89 50 586 159 Dist. 14 65 92 61 67 85 82 67 77 14 56 57 52 89 87 88 9 13 13 65 78 64 83 65 80 88 55 555 162 Dist. 15 82 119 79 94 109 106 84 104 16 75 77 66 108 104 109 23 18 17 79 122 94 112 109 93 129 69 647 212 Dist. 16 75 72 70 78 70 71 80 58 10 67 67 67 70 67 67 11 8 11 57 86 62 83 68 76 93 49 760 152 Dist. 17 100 167 101 108 153 156 104 143 13 86 87 82 169 162 158 23 14 14 114 138 121 139 123 134 150 103 1176 278 Dist. 18 73 95 71 80 83 77 79 76 9 63 63 62 89 87 92 12 10 7 63 94 80 83 95 65 96 63 587 172 Dist. 19 93 121 81 95 108 109 91 93 26 79 79 75 103 103 105 29 24 22 105 101 124 88 111 97 130 78 738 224 Dist. 20 91 128 89 89 121 119 94 104 16 83 81 79 120 117 113 18 17 18 85 124 106 111 107 106 120 93 920 229 Dist. 21 55 27 58 54 18 20 55 19 12 56 52 52 19 20 21 10 11 13 32 39 43 36 44 32 49 25 595 90 Dist. 22 103 92 96 96 87 92 106 80 6 97 92 90 94 92 925458110695988210710869442201 Total 1784 1892 1690 1797 1731 1765 1806 1547 292 1596 1609 1509 1779 1721 1766 324 289 280 1514 1962 1738 1863 1751 1789 2115 1358 14437 3894

Holiday Schedule Announcement - Our holiday newspapers will be mailed on Wednesday, November 21, 2007; Thursday, December 27, 2007 and Thursday, Janu- Thanksgiving Christmas New Year’s ary 3, 2008. Our closing press days for these editions are Tuesday, November 20, Press Day Press Day Press Day 2007; Monday noon, December 24 and Monday noon December 31, 2007 respec- Tuesday, Monday, Monday, tively. Please submit articles and advertisements a minimum of two days prior to November 20 December 24 December 31 press days to assure making the deadlines. Page 2 Thursday, November 15, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Peyton's Freeholders OK Settlements Peek at the Week On Two Suits for $980,000 In Politics By PAUL J. PEYTON bonds would produce 3 percent in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Leader/Times savings for the county by reducing By Paul Peyton of ELIZABETH – The Union County the interest rate from between 4.25 Kean to Lead Senate Republicans; Camden) assembly speaker, while Board of Chosen Freeholders has and 4.5 percent to 3.9 percent. Sweeney to Lead Democrats Republicans re-elected Assembly- approved settlements totaling nearly The savings for the county next year State Senator Tom Kean, Jr. (LD- man Alex DeCroce (LD-26, Morris $1 million to settle two lawsuits, one would be $877,979, as the county’s 21, Westfield) was named minority Plains) as minority leader. Republi- of which came from the family of a debt service on the bonds would be leader in the State Senate last Thurs- cans re-elected Assemblyman Jon teenager who hung himself while reduced to $9.1 million from $10 mil- day. He replaces Senator Leonard Bramnick (LD-21, Westfield) mi- being held at the county’s juvenile lion, according to figures obtained by Lance (LD-23, Flemington), who held nority whip and again chose Assem- detention center in Elizabeth. The Leader/Times. Mr. Rogut said the the post for the past four years. Senate blyman Peter Biondi (LD-16, The second case involves a lawsuit bulk of savings would come over the Democrats chose Senator Steve Somerville) as conference leader for brought by a Westfield woman who next four years. The county would Sweeney (LD-3, Gloucester County) the GOP. sued on the grounds that she was not save $444,792 in 2009 and 2010, in Wayne Baker for The Westfield Leader and The Times as the new majority leader, replacing Assemblywoman Bonnie Watson SHARING A LIGHT MOMENT…Union County Independent freeholder candi- given a job promotion because of her addition to $15,992 in 2011. Senator Bernard Kenney (LD-33, Coleman (LD-15, Trenton) was re- date Adrian Mapp, center, and his wife, Amelia, await election results with sheriff political affiliation. “[Refinancing is] all subject to the Hoboken), who is retiring. The Tren- elected as majority leader, with As- candidate Charles Mitchell at their Election Night headquarters at Los Faroles The family of Edward Sinclair Jr. market,” Mr. Rogut told The Leader/ ton legislative leaders will assume their semblywoman Joan Quigley (LD-32, Restaurant in Elizabeth. settled its case with the county for Times. “We are planning to sell these new duties on January 8. Jersey City) reelected as majority $780,000. The 17-year-old reportedly bonds in January.” Mr. Sweeney is director of the conference leader. hung himself inside the county’s ju- Freeholder Adrian Mapp requested Gloucester County freeholder board Misconduct Charge by Defense Plainfield Kicks Off venile detention center in 2003. a list of all professional-service fees and is the financial secretary-trea- Delays Wayne Bryant Trial In the other case, Maria Todaro that would be paid in regards to the surer and business representative of The fraud and bribery trial of State sued the county after she was passed transaction. Mr. Rogut said there were the Iron Workers Local No. 399 in Senator Wayne Bryant (LD-5, Operation CeaseFire over for a promotion to superinten- a half-million dollars in professional- Westville. Camden) and Michael Gallagher, By CHRISTINA M. HINKE more than 100 people attending a dent of the county’s division of service fees but that fees to be in- NJ Women to Represent 28 former dean of the University of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times press conference on Friday morning weights and measures. The job went curred were calculated prior to gener- Percent of State’s Lawmakers Medicine and Dentistry (UMDNJ), PLAINFIELD — “We need to take at the Plainfield Library honoring the to Michael Florio, the son of former ating the $2-million savings estimate. Beginning in January, 34 of New has been postponed from December fear out of the community,” said State graduating volunteers. Angela Piggee Union Township mayor Joseph Florio, During public comments, Bruce Jersey’s state legislators will be until April 14 by a federal judge amid Assemblyman Jerry Green (LD-22, leads the outreach group. a Democrat. Ms. Todaro is a regis- Paterson of Garwood said he was women, representing 28 percent of charges by the defense that U.S. At- Plainfield) during Plainfield’s Opera- The team underwent 40 hours of tered Republican. “looking forward to a decrease [in the state’s lawmakers, according to torney Chris Christie intimidated wit- tion CeaseFire kickoff on Friday. This training coordinated through the A Union County jury, which found county taxes],” given that property the Center for American Women and nesses and hampered the defense of statewide initiative, funded by a Union County Prosecutor’s Office, she was discriminated against, ini- values in Union County are on the Politics at Rutgers University. The Mr. Bryant and Mr. Gallagher. Mr. $750,000 state appropriation to stop Attorney General’s office, Plainfield tially awarded Ms. Todaro $378,000. decline. Mr. Paterson cited a Star- legislature’s new gender makeup will Christie has until February 22 to re- gun violence, involves members of Police Department and other com- She later agreed to a $300,000 settle- Ledger story on the property values. make New Jersey number 15 out of spond to the charges. Mr. Bryant, the community patrolling streets on munity organizations. Ten hours of ment with the county. However, Ms. Mr. Mapp said county taxes are 50 states in terms of percentage of who did not seek re-election, will foot to say they are available to help that training consisted of walking a Todaro appealed the second part of based on the assessed valuation, thus women legislators. The Garden State leave office in January. gang members get off the streets. beat through crime-ridden neighbor- the lawsuit, in which she argued she the decline would not lead to lower had been ranked number 43 since Leiter Not Running for Saxton The initiative offers gangs and vic- hoods in Newark, Irvington and should be awarded the job because taxes. He did say fees collected by the 2004. In 2008, nine of the 40 state Seat in Congress From So. Jersey tims of gun crimes job-search, coun- Plainfield during late-night hours. At she was the most qualified candidate. county clerk’s office for deeds and senators will be women, with 25 Former New York Mets’, Yankees’ seling and health-care services. least three or more people walk to- Another candidate for the position, mortgages would be lower, as prop- women in the 80-member assem- and Florida Marlins’ pitcher Al Leiter Wanda Lyles, a member of the gether; one acts as a lookout to ensure Joseph Freitas, previously settled an erty sales would be slower or would bly. of Ocean County said he does not program’s outreach community, said the area is safe before proceeding. age-discrimination lawsuit he brought take more time to complete. Dems Re-elect Speaker Roberts; plan on running for the South Jersey Operation CeaseFire would change “We feel empowered now. We have against the county for $150,000. Freeholder Dan Sullivan com- GOP Re-elects DeCrose, Bramnick Congressional seat being vacated by gang members’ mindsets. the tools, and we have the backup. We The freeholders last Thursday ap- mented, “I don’t think anyone is tak- Politicsnj.com has reported that Rep. Jim Saxton (R). He said he is “These are people [who] want to be have the police department, and every- proved a settlement of $200,000 on ing glee in that.” He said some Democrats have re-elected Assem- interested in public office at some talked to,” said Ms. Lyles, a mother of one in this room supporting us. We feel the second part of Ms. Todaro’s law- homeowners with flexible mortgages blyman Joseph Roberts (LD-5, point in the future. two. “I want to try to help bring change. so good about this,” said Ms. Piggee. suit. County Counsel Robert Barry are losing their properties due in- Some people here can’t leave, so I want She said other community agen- said Ms. Todaro would not be pro- creases in their mortgage payments. to make it a better place for them.” cies came forth and said, “We will moted to the superintendent’s posi- “Values in Union County have been “We have to give them hope,” said help you educate this culture.” tion. outstanding, and they will continue Angela Piggee, lead member and Lib- “We have to point them in a direc- The Leader/Times submitted an to be outstanding,” he said. erty Community Development Cor- tion they can go,” said Ms. Piggee, OPRA (Open Public Records Act) Colleagues congratulated free- poration director. She said they would who grew up in Detroit, Mich. request on Friday for total legal holder Chairman Bette Jane Kowalski, visit families of victims to abate re- Mr. Romankow said during the con- charges in the Todaro, Freitas and Mr. Sullivan and newcomer Rayland taliation against those responsible for ference that shootings have gone down Sinclair lawsuits. Van Blake on their victories in the the death or injury of relatives. She in Plainfield, and members of two County Counsel Robert Barry November 6 race for three seats on said the organization would have major gangs were arrested this year. called the settlement amount for the the board. events, such as midnight barbeques, “We will prosecute rigorously,” Sinclair case “a reasonable figure.” Mr. Mapp, who ran but was not at which volunteers would distribute he said of those who take part in gun He said the Todaro agreement repre- successful in his re-election bid as an flyers to make their presence and crimes. “That’s part of our effort. sented an “amicable settlement” for Independent, said, “It was a pleasure support known. The other part is our community the county. working with all of you. I’m leaving New Jersey State Attorney Anne leaders going out.” In other business, the board ap- the board, but I am not going away.” Milgram, Mr. Green, State Police Di- Operation CeaseFire began along proved a county application to the Mr. Sullivan said Mr. Mapp has rector Colonel Joseph Fuentes, Union the Newark/Irvington border in May State Local Finance Board to issue been “a fine freeholder.” He said Mr. County Prosecutor Theodore 2005 and led to a 30-percent reduc- refunding bonds that would save the Mapp’s loss was “just part of the Romankow, Plainfield Mayor Sharon tion in shootings in the area within its county $2 million, reducing its debt political process” and that he (Mr. Robinson-Briggs and City Adminis- first year, according to a New Jersey service from $134 to $132 million Sullivan) had “no hard feelings” to- trator Marc Dashield showed their State Police report dated May 2006. through the year 2018 on principal of wards Mr. Mapp for his campaign. support of the operation in front of The goal of the operation is to stop $80.1 million. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 15, 2007 Page 3 How Other Union County Towns Voted Nov. 6, 2007 - Population (531,088) - Voter Turnout (73,196) Veterans Honored at Public Question 1 Summit Mayor Yes (24,926) - No (29,702) Jordan Glatt (3,014) Total Votes (54,628) Michael Vernotico (1,960) Westfield Roosevelt School Total Non-Votes (18,568) Personal Choice (2) WESTFIELD — Roosevelt Interme- Francis pointed out that there are 25 Public Question 2 Total Votes (4976) - Non-Votes (93) diate School in Westfield held its an- million veterans in the United States. Yes (28,785) - No (28,623) Summit Council At-Large nual Veterans Day ceremony on Mon- Laura reminded those in attendance Total Votes (57,408) Frank M. Macioce (3,069) day, November 12, with an hour-long that veterans should be thanked for Total Non-Votes (15,788) Personal Choice (14) assembly that honored America’s vet- gaining and keeping freedom. Public Question 3 Total Votes (3,083) - Non-Votes (1,986) erans. The school honored a local veteran, Yes (29,341) - No (26,252) Summit Council 1st Ward Total Votes (55,593) Marian Glenn (1,011) Four members of the United States Scott Schumacher, who served in the Total Non-Votes (17,603) Tom Getzendanner (1,214) Marine Corps began the ceremony with United States Army for 10 years, in- Public Question 4 Personal Choice (0) the presentation of colors, followed by cluding a tour of duty in Desert Storm Yes (32,274) - No (21,928) Total Votes/2 (1,112.5) a flag salute and the singing of the and in Bosnia. Mr. Schumacher, a Total Votes (54,202) Total Non-Votes/2 (42) National Anthem by the school’s Westfield resident, whose father served Total Non-Votes (18,994) Summit Council 2nd Ward “Sharps and Flats” chorus, directed by in Vietnam and whose grandfather Cranford Public Question Terri Tauber (1,226) music teacher Karen Greenstein. fought in World War II in Europe, is the Yes (3,504) - No (1,936) Dave Bomgaars (1,401) School Principal Stewart Carey told husband of Kim Schumacher, a guid- Total Votes (5,440) Personal Choice (1) Total Non-Votes (677) Total Votes/2 (2,628) the audience “freedom is not free,” re- ance counselor at Roosevelt. Mountainside Public Question Total Non-Votes/2 (132) calling how the ideals of the United Brian Vieth, social-studies teacher, Yes (665) - No (1,007) Union Township Committee (2) States have been protected by those who organized the assembly with col- Total Votes (1,672) Brenda C. Restivo (3,384) who were willing to risk their lives to league Fran Re, presented Mr. Total Non-Votes (134) Clifton People, Jr. (3,285) uphold them. Mr. Carey asked for a Schumacher with “The Heroes Among Sheriff Personal Choice (1,695) moment of silence to remember those Us” plaque. Ralph Froehlich (36,278) Total Votes/2 (4,182) who sacrificed their lives, while eighth The ceremony concluded with the Peter B. Lijoi (23,384) Total Non-Votes/2 (2,374) grader Christopher Walsh played “Taps” eighth-grade chorus and band perform- Charles Mitchell, Sr. (6,401) Winfield Committee on his trumpet. ing musical selections under the direc- Personal Choice (23) Margaret M. Mcmanus (191) HEROES…Westfield veteran Scott Schumacher holds “The Heroes Among Us” Total Votes (66,086) Personal Choice (2) plaque, which was presented to him at Roosevelt Intermediate School’s ceremony Seventh graders Francis Leong and tion of vocal music teacher Sabino Total Non-Votes (7,110) Total Votes (193) organized by social-studies teacher Brian Vieth (left), Principal Stewart Carey Laura Streaman spoke about the his- Losco and instrumental teacher Michael Freeholders (3) Total Non-Votes (88) and social-studies teacher Fran Re (right). tory and the meaning of Veterans’ Day. Fackelman. Daniel P. Sullivan (32,121) Bette Jane Kowalski (32,502) FOR HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING Rayland Van Blake (30,604) Patricia Quattrocchi (26,857) John Russitano, Jr. (26,183) Robert Reilly (26,560) Adrian O. Mapp (6,734) ShopRite Wines & Spirits of Westfield Becky Mchugh (5,879) George P. O’grady (5,841) Prices effective through Personal Choice (34) Tues., Dec. 4, 2007 Total Votes/3 (64,438) Sunrise Cellars Many items are in short supply, The items VISIT OUR Total Non-Votes/3 (8,757) please shop early. below are TEMPERATURE Berkeley Heights Council (3) the Wine Department at CONTROLLED Howard Geminder (675) on Sale! WINE CELLAR Lisa Smith (813) ShopRite Wines and Spirits of Westfield Thomas Pirone (1,213) Kevin Hall (1,179) Store Open Debit John C. Bonacci (1,512) 333 South Ave. • (908) 232-8700 Sunday Cards Gerald A. Nelson (1,374) Personal Choice (1) Napa Valley Total Votes/3 (2,255) Italy Sonoma County Napa Valley Germany Canada Total Non-Votes/3 (97) Fife Cranford Committee (2) Old Vines Castello Chalk Hill Rutherford Hill Dr. Loosen Inniskillin George Jorn (2,953) Zindfandel Banfi Cabernet Merlot 2003 Riesling 2006 Ice Wine George Mcdonough (2,709) Intense with black Sauvignon 2003 Everything that Merlot can An off-dry white, Vidal 2005 Mark C. Smith (2,983) pepper, dried berry Brunello di bursting with Extraordinarily balanced and should be; dense black- strawberry and peach and citrus The nobilty of this Martha Garcia (2,983) Montalcino and beautiful, a dry, berries and cherries, rich, toasty vanilla flavors notes on a plump, vintage shines with an Personal Choice (6) ripe wine of power and silky, spicy, and supple from wrapped within a 2001 accessible frame. alluring assortment of full-bodied substance, start to lingering Total Votes/2 (5,817) lively structure. Lots Loads of blackberry, Balanced, clean fresh nectarine, papaya, but enormous subtlety. finish. The dense core of Total Non-Votes/2 (300) of wineries make an currant and toasted and crisp. Modest litchi, tangerine and The cassis fruit meshes fruit will radiate concen- Old Vine Zinfandel oak. Full-bodied, length. Delicious orange blossoms. These Hillside Council (1) seamlessly with toasty trated fruit flavors for more but few make an chewy and rich. now and should be exquisite fruit flavors, Frank Deo (391) new oak to produce than a decade, yet the sup- Old Vine Zin that’s Long finish. This enjoyed young due combined with compellingly ple tannins and Personal Choice (7) as supple, sensual is big and rich. to its low acidity. invigorating acidity complex flavors. balance make it unlikely Total Votes (398) and beautifully Best after 2009. you’ll be able to keep from offer multi-layers of structured as this Total Non-Votes (1887) Wine Spectator: 93 Wine Enthusiast: 94 drinking it before then. balanced pleasure. one. 99 Kenilworth Mayor 750 Peter Corvelli (802) 99 99 99 8 ML 99 99 750 750 750 375 Kathi Fiamingo (1121) ML 750 59 ML 49 ML 14 ML 41 Personal Choice (0) 17 ML Total Votes (1,923) Total Non-Votes (70) Kenilworth Council Gallo Toasted Barbara Morison (877) Beringer Michael Barritta (767) of Sonoma Head Toncia Sosnosky (1,010) White Zinfandel •CABERNET •MERLOT •CABERNET •MERLOT Brian Joho (1,060) •CHARDONNAY •PINOT GRIS •CHARDONNAY Personal Choice (0) Total Votes/2 (1,857) 99 Total Non-Votes/2 (136) 1.5 L 99 99 Linden Council 2nd Ward 8 750 750 Richard Koziol (295) 9 ML 10 ML Personal Choice (2) •CABERNET •MERLOT •SHIRAZ Total Votes (297) •SAUVIGNON BLANC •CHARDONNAY •ZINFANDEL Total Non-Votes (86) Woodbridge •PINOT GRIGIO 99 •WHITE 99 Linden Council 3rd Ward •PINOT NOIR 1.5 L ZINFANDEL 1.5 L Thomas R. Boland (225) by Robert Mondavi •RIESLING 10 8 Joe Harvanik (301) Personal Choice (0) Penny Vina San Smoking Don Rosemount Total Votes/2 (263) Miguel •MERLOT Total Non-Votes/2 (6) Lane Esteban Loon •CABERNET 99 Linden Council 5th Ward •CABERNET •CABERNET GASCON 750 ALL TYPES •SHIRAZ 9 ML Eugene Davis (429) •CHARDONNAY •CHARDONNAY MALBEC Personal Choice (5) •MERLOT •MERLOT •ZINFANDEL 99 •SAUVIGNON 99 99 99 •CHARDONNAY 99 750 750 750 Total Votes (434) 750 BLANC 750 Total Non-Votes (118) 7 ML 7 ML 7 ML 9 ML 7 ML Linden Council 7th Ward John D. Sheehy, Jr. (322) Santa Marvista Franzia 5 L BOXES Personal Choice (3) Mirassou Amberton Santa Reserva Wines 99 Total Votes (325) •HOUSE WINE FAVORITES 8 ALL ALL •CABERNET •MERLOT 99 Total Non-Votes (74) 99 99 Margherita •CHARDONNAY 6 1.5 L 99 Linden Council 10th Ward 750 99 •OLD WORLD CLASSICS 10 TYPES 71.5 L TYPES 12 ML 750 Richard Puschel (476) Pinot Grigio 18 ML Arbor Mist 99 •VINTNER SELECT Bruce M. Howe (516) ALL TYPES 99 12 (EXC. BLENDERS) 6 1.5 L Personal Choice (0) Black B.V. Georges Duboeuf Rossini’s® Total Votes/2 (496) Rutherford Fox Horn 99 Classic Cellars Total Non-Votes/2 (16) Swan Beaujolais Nouveau ALL TYPES 51.5 L Mountainside Mayor •CHABLIS •BURGUNDY 99 ALL Cabernet h •BLUSH CHABLIS •ROSE Robert F. Viglianti (1140) 99 99 ov.15t 99 Mattie’s Perch •RUBINO ROSSO •RHINE 74 L N 750 99 TYPES 1.5 L Sauvignon 750 Arriving ALL TYPES Personal Choice (22) 10 21 ML BY AIR 9 ML 4 1.5 L 99 IMPORTED FROM AUSTRALIA Total Votes (1162) Dessert Wines ALL TYPES 9 3 L Total Non-Votes (644) Mountainside Council (2) Opici SPARKLING WINES Coppola Diamond Series Zinfandels HOMEMADE 99 Glenn W. Mortimer (1,164) & CHAMPAGNES Ruffino BARBERONE 12 4 L •PINOT NOIR 99 Jeffrey R. Wass (1,116) ALL 750 ML •CABERNET 750 •RISERVA DUCALE •IL DUCALE •Fife 13 ML •MODUS RED LABEL 99 Personal Choice (14) Veuve Clicquot •MERLOT CHIANTI OLD VINES ...... 750 ML17 Carlo Rossi Total Votes/2 (1,147) •SYRAH 99 •CHARDONNAY 99 GOLD 99 99 •GENERICS 99 BRUT CHAMPAGNE 99 750 750 99 •ZINFANDEL ML •SAUV. BLANC 750 750 750 •Rancho Zabaco 4 L YELLOW LABEL 12 10 ML LABEL ML 19 ML 99 •VARIETALS Total Non-Votes/2 (659) 37 •CLARET 27 15 ML HERITAGE VINES . . . 750 ML10 9 New Providence Council, (2) Louis Roederer 99 •Renwood BRUT PREMIER PORTS & SHERRIES 99 Richard E. Pigott (995) 36 SIERRA ...... 750 ML 9 Julia Macdermott (1,480) Moet & Chandon 99 Infinity Cellars Di Lupo ALL 750 MLS •Rosenblum Kendall ALL 750 MLS Kendall 99 Michael Gennaro (1,484) WHITE STAR 32 “CUVEE” ...... 750 ML NEW at ShopRite! Cockburn •ALTO ADIGE 9 Personal Choice (14) Heidsieck 99 ALL 750 MLS 99 •PINOT NOIR ...... PINOT GRIGIO...... Jackson Total Votes/2 (1,986.5) MONOPOLE 99 19 Ports •SPECIAL 12 BLUE TOP 26 99 VINTNER’S Total Non-Votes/2 (541.5) •CHARDONNAY . . .14 •RUBY •TAWNY RESERVE •CHIANTI RISERVA Pinot Noirs RESERVE Plainfield Council 1st-4th Ward Mionetto Prosecco 99 99 •PINOT GRIGIO DI VALDOBBIADENE 99 10 13 99 99 •Cabernet Linda Carter (1,089) FRIZZANTE •Morgan ...... 750 ML 24 13 •ROSSO TOSCANA...... 9 •Merlot 99 Personal Choice (2) ALL 750 MLS 99 750 Korbel 99 Beringer •A to Z ...... 750 ML •Pinot Noir ...... Beringer Dry Sack 14 14 ML Total Votes (1,091) •BRUT •X-DRY •BRUT ROSE 10 99 99 •Cabernet KNIGHT’S VALLEY . .19 SHERRY 750 NAPA •Zinfandel Total Non-Votes (232) Domaine 12 ML ALL 750 MLS •Mac Murray 99 99 99 Sterling (CENTRAL COAST) . . . . . 750 ML13 •Syrah ...... 750 11 ML Plainfield Council 2nd Ward Ste. Michelle •Merlot NAPA ...... 99 14 Harvey’s 99 99 99 Cory Storch (924) SPARKLING WINES ALL TYPES 9 •Cabernet •Merlot . . • Purple Mountain . 750 ML12 99 99 17 •Chardonnay . . .10 750 Deborah J. Dowe (258) •Sauvignon Blanc NAPA 12 Bristol 99 99 ML M& R Asti 9 •Chardonnay ...... 13 •Ramsay ...... 750 ML12 •Sauvignon Blanc Personal Choice (1) Cream 99 99 99 Barefoot Bubbly 99 99 750 99 750 •Chardonnay NAPA . . . . . SHERRY ML •Sauvignon Blanc . . . •Mark West . . . . 750 ML10 •Riesling ...... 8 ML Total Votes/2 (591.5) ALL TYPES 7 11 11 12 Total Non-Votes/2 (82) Roselle Mayor Garrett Smith (1,680) Clan MacGregor Smirnoff Smirnoff Bacardi Canadian B & B Personal Choice (230) SCOTCH Flavors 80º REGULAR RUM Club Liqueur Total Votes (1910) LIGHT Total Non-Votes (616) 99 99 99 OR 99 99 99 Roselle Council At-Large 15 1.75 L 201.75 L 19 1.75 L GOLD 19 1.75 L 16 1.75 L 26 750 ML Jamel C. Holley (1,707) Personal Choice (19) VODKA Total Votes (1,726) Chivas Regal Absolut Jim Beam Tanqueray Kahlua Total Non-Votes (800) 12 YR. OLD 99 REG. OR 99 BLACK 99 GIN 99 99 SCOTCH FLAVORS Roselle Council 4th Ward 541.75 L 291.75 L 36 1.75 L 32 1.75 L 21 1 LTR. Samantha Dow (326) Personal Choice (60) SCOTCH VODKA Seagram’s 99 BOURBON CORDIALS Total Votes (386) 7 CROWN 161.75 L Total Non-Votes (136) Glenfiddich Grey Goose 99 Philadelphia 99 99 •Cointreau 1 LTR. SINGLE MALT 99 750 Jack Daniels 371.75 L REG. OR FLAVORS 27 ML BLENDED WHISKEY 1.75 L Roselle Park Council 3rd Ward 12 YEAR OLD 750 11 •Grand 32 ML 99 99 Your Choice! Larissa Chen-Hoerning (305) Knob Creek 750 Dewar’s 99 Wolfschmidt 13 1.75 L IRISH WHISKEY 26 ML Marnier 99 WHITE LABEL 1.75 L 750 ML 29 Robert Rubilla (186) 29 99 Your Choice! Gentleman Crystal 91.75 L •Bushmills Personal Choice (0) Dewar’s 99 99 12 YEAR OLD 750 Jack 99 Chambord Total Votes/2 (491) 27 ML COGNAC & BRANDY •Jameson 371.75 L SOUR MASH 750 23 ML 99 Total Non-Votes/2 (16) Speyburn 750 750 24 ML Roselle Park Council 4th Ward SINGLE MALT 99 Remy Martin MLS RUM CANADIAN 10 YEAR OLD 750 99 19 ML •VSOP COGNAC Frangelico Joseph Fonte (205) 33 Capt. Morgan Crown NEW Modesto Miranda, Jr. (208) 99 99 Johnnie Walker •XO COGNAC 99 SPICED 99 Royal 99 750 20 ML Personal Choice (0) RUM 1.75 L CASK 16 750 Family of 25 79 ML UNBELIEVABLE SAVINGS! Is At Our Total Votes/2 (206.5) Scotches Debriac XO 99 •Di Saronno Total Non-Votes/2 (8.5) COGNAC 29 750 Canadian Black ML Ron Romero 99 99 Beer Everyday LIGHT OR DARK 1.75 L 1.75 L •Licor 43 Beer Springfield Committee (2) 12 YEAR OLD Leroux Polish 99 12 L.T.D. 11 Baileys Bart Fraenkel (1,657) BLACKBERRY BRANDY 1.75 L 99 18 GIN TEQUILA •Starbucks Irish Cream 750 ML LOW DISCOUNTED Joyce Garry (1,455) 561.75 L COFFEE LIQUEUR Christian Bros. 99 750 REG. AND CREAM Sale Price BRANDY 1.75 L 18.99 PRICE! Ziad Shehady (1,501) 99 16 Hendrick’s Milagro MLS Less MFR . . . . 750 Roy A. Hirschfeld (1,166) •Blue 174 ML Your 99 Louis Baron 99 99 •SILVER . . 23.99 750 Mail-In Rebate -3.00 We Carry the Largest Personal Choice (3) •Gold 99 BRANDY 9750 1 LTR. Choice! 18 ML Selection of Imported ML 32 •REPOSADO 18 YR OLD . . . 64 750 26.99 FINAL COST & Domestic Beer: ML Total Votes/2 (2,891) COGNACS AFTER MAIL-IN 99 750 MLS 99 •AÑEJO . .29.99 •Jagermeister MORE THAN •Green 99 De Laroche 750 MFR REBATE EACH Total Non-Votes/2 (224) 750 Plymouth 19 15 YR OLD . . . ML ML Your Choice! 15 ANYONE ELSE IN 44 VS VSOP XO •Giori Limit 1 rebate per household. Rebate 99 99 99 99 99 Cancún 99 99 forms and details available in stores. NEW JERSEY! . . . . . 1.75 L 1.75 L GOLD OR WHITE 1.75 L 750 For more information, see •Red 29 14 19 39 Crystal 10 19 Lemoncillo 16 ML Rebate expires 1/7/08. goleader.com/07election Prices established by ShopRite Wines & Spirits of Westfield, 333 South Ave., Westfield, NJ (908) 232-8700. ShopRite WINES & SPIRITS STORES ARE INDIVIDUALLY OWNED AND OPERATED AND NOT A CHAIN. PRICES AND PRODUCTS FEATURED MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE AT ALL AFFILIATED STORES. Prices effective thru Tues., Dec. 4, 2007. We reserve the right to limit quantities. Artwork does not necessarily represent items on sale. It is for display purposes only. Not responsible for typographical errors. In the event of errors, the lowest price allowed by N.J. State Law will apply. All cases sold containing single type only. Page 4 Thursday, November 15, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Scotch Plains–Fanwood Letters to the Editor The Westfield Leader See more letters on page 21 Times Since 1959 — Established 1890 — DD Legal Newspaper for the Town of Westfield, Legal Newspaper for the Borough of Fanwood Given Fiscal Crisis, State Should DTM Boroughs of Mountainside and Garwood And the Township of Scotch Plains D Diction Deception And the County of Union, NJ. Members of: Examine Need for County Gov’mt Below are four arcane words, each with New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce The defeat of the stem cell and property- problem by shrinking the size of govern- four definitions – only one is correct. The Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association tax allocation questions on last week’s ment. I feel the state should start by others are made up. Are you sharp enough ballot tells me that New Jersey residents examining the need for county govern- to discern this deception of diction? Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey are fed up and no longer trust the Legisla- ment and look to divide the services be- If you can guess one correctly – good P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 ture to handle their money. Governor tween the state and local municipalities. guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 Corzine and the Legislature are facing a Massachusetts did this a few years ago vidual. If you get three – word expert. If Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 $3-billion budget gap this year and signifi- and saved hundreds of millions of dol- you get all four – You must have a lot of cant long-term deficits on pension and lars. Why can’t New Jersey? People will free time! POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at health-care costs. In short, the property tax read this and say I am just a disgruntled All words and correct definitions P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 issue is a crisis in New Jersey. Republican trying to beat up on the Demo- come from the board game Diction Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. With that being said, I ask why does crats who run the state. I am Republican, Deception. Union County continue to spend hun- but argue that the issue here goes across Answers to last week’s arcane words. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte dreds of thousands of dollars building a party lines. 1. Spetches – The trimmings of skins ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR huge building on North Avenue and host Sussex and Morris counties are run by and hides, used for making glue Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo a free concert in the park with Chuck Republicans. It should be no different for 2. Drepanium – In botany, a sickle- COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION Berry? Are you kidding? I feel most would them. This is the right thing to do for a shaped cyme Michael Pollack Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly agree these fiscal decisions (and many state in fiscal crisis. Should politics of the 3. Shote – A young pig EDUCATION & ARTS OFFICE MANAGER OPERATIONS & LEGALS others like them) are egregiously irre- party in control prevent this from happen- 4. Limocolous – Living in mud sponsible in light of what is going on ing? At the very least, it should be looked Victoria McCabe Ben Corbin CARUCAGE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES today in New Jersey. at. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE The answer to the question is that Gov- The citizens of this state, at the very 1. An uproar; clamor One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 ernor Corzine, Ray Lesniak, Neil Cohen, least, deserve an accurate and thorough 2. A wolverine; badger Joe Cryan and Charlotte DeFilippo (power analysis of the viability and need for 3. An itinerate tinker; vagrant; gypsy broker politicians who have much control county government. 4. Act of plowing SMARAGDINE and influence) are, at heart, aggressive Eric Leuthold liberals who are not about to solve the 1. Pertaining to a gray cobalt arsenide It Is A Day We Should Observe In Westfield used as a blue pigment 2. Pertaining to the emerald Mayor Mahr Thanks Fanwood 3. Scarred; grooved 4. Having a look of disdain; sneering Our Hearts Throughout The Year WHIRRET Voters and her Running Mates 1. A perforated steel plate through Hard to believe it’s next week. Thanksgiving seems like specifically so that the people may thank God for ‘afford- I would like to extend my sincere thanks much of their time and energy for many, which pipe or wire is drawn to reduce its the kickoff to New Years. The rest of the year flies by with ing them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of to all those Fanwood residents who took many years. diameter the time to get involved with my cam- While I am excited to continue work- Chanukah, Christmas, and the next thing you know, government for their safety and happiness’ and for having 2. To slap; to annoy paign, who opened their homes to me — ing with Kathy on council come 2008, I 3. A small flesh-eating mammal re- you’re voiding your checks because you keep writing the ‘been enabled to establish constitutions of government and the many of you who came out to vote am saddened that Bill will not return in lated to the weasel, stoat and martens wrong year. Next week is a recess in school and our for our safety and happiness, and particularly the national for me on Tuesday, November 6. January. I thank him for stepping up and 4. A buzzing sound as made by the college students return home to be with families and One now lately instituted, for the civil and religious I am very honored and thankful to be being part of our team and look forward to rapid movement a bird’s or insect’s wings friends. serving another term as your mayor. It is roping him in to one of our many boards LILT liberty with which we are blessed’… a position I will continue to treat with the and commissions. Most of us get together for a reunion, a day of thanks 1. One of the holes of a wind instru- “The first official Thanksgiving Proclamation made in utmost respect and dignity while working My door at Borough Hall will remain ment and a festive meal. “Turkey Day” is fashioned with America was issued by the Continental Congress in 1777. very hard for all of Fanwood. open to all of you and I look forward to 2. To brush or comb stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, sweet potatoes, [During the Civil War] President Lincoln declared Thanks- It was a real pleasure to campaign with bright years ahead for Fanwood. 3. A gay, graceful song cranberry sauce, corn, turnips, yams and pumpkin pie. In giving a Federal holiday as a ‘prayerful day of Thanksgiv- Kathy Mitchell and Bill Populus. They Mayor Colleen Mahr 4. A marsh at a river’s mouth are two of Fanwood’s brightest stars and Fanwood our land of plenty, we gorge ourselves with a happy, ing’ on the last Thursday in November. President Franklin wonderful residents who have given so communal meal. D. Roosevelt set Thanksgiving to the fourth Thursday of Publisher’s Note: Thanksgiving is solely a North American holiday. In November in 1939 (approved by Congress in 1941).” Next week is the Thanksgiving Day Thank you Greater Westfield for edition of our newspaper. We go to the United States, we celebrate it on the fourth Thursday We have so much to be thankful for in our towns today, press one day earlier – on Tuesday. of November, making it a four-day weekend. Our Cana- but there are many who are alone for the holiday. Food Fighting Malaria in Africa Most will receive the newspaper on dian neighbors celebrate it on the second Monday of pantries and local organizations do their best to take care The congregation of the First United Over 130 people were in attendance for Wednesday. We invite letters from you October. of those who do not have enough money or food for the Methodist Church of Westfield (FUMC) the dinner and the silent movie presenta- with your thoughts of the meaning of Thanksgiving originated with the early settlers. From would like to express our sincere thank tion of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. All Thanksgiving to share with the com- holiday. But there are many who are not needy. They have munity. Please e-mail letters to Wikipedia, “The early settlers of Plymouth Colony in you to your paper and the community for proceeds went to the, “Nothing But Nets” no family. They may be your neighbor, coworker or supporting our “Nothing but Nets” dinner project to combat and prevent malaria [email protected]. Massachusetts were particularly grateful to Squanto, the friend. In the true spirit of Thanksgiving, invite them to and show event which took place on Sat- infection in young children and families Native American and former British slave who taught your table, and when they offer, let them bring something. urday, October 27 at The First United in Africa. Thank You Westfield them how to both catch eel and grow corn and also served The Pilgrims’ vision of prosperity, religious freedom Methodist Church on East Broad Street in Between our summer Vacation Bible as their native interpreter. Without Squanto’s assistance, and strong communities remains alive in our towns and Westfield. School special offerings, our earlier ef- And PAL Supporters the settlers might not have survived in the New World. On behalf of all the FUMC members as forts, and this most recent success, we On behalf of the Foundation for Diabe- nation. It is something we are cognizant of yet sometimes well as the many welcomed guests from will have netted over $9,000. These funds tes Research, our family would like to “The Plymouth settlers (who came to be called “Pil- take for granted. We encourage everyone to pause this the Greater Westfield community, we will all be matched by the Bill and Melinda thank all who supported our bake sale at grims”) set apart a holiday immediately after their first Thanksgiving Day and consider the significance of this would also like to thank the local restau- Gates Foundation. the PAL flag football games and the in- harvest in 1621. They held an autumn celebration of food, holiday. It is a day we should observe in our hearts rants that participated in this event. Vince Again, thank you for adding your con- town football games on November 3 and 4. feasting, and praising God…fed and entertained the Na- throughout the year, because the hope for the future, the at Westfield Seafood, Deanna and Robert tributions to this very important global The response from everyone who con- at Theresa’s, Chuck at Ferraro’s and Ralph effort. tributed and purchased items was over- tive Americans for three days… ideals and the community spirit forged by the Pilgrims, at Bovella’s were truly attentive to our whelming and we collected much more “In 1789, George Washington designated a national Peter Pantalena are what made our communities what they are today. menu needs and very supportive of all our First United Methodist Church than remotely anticipated. We are grate- thanksgiving holiday for the newly ratified Constitution, Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! efforts during the planning process. ful to live in a community where people responded so spontaneously to our cause. Alumni Participation Invited for 60th The research and improvement in Type 1 juvenile diabetes treatment has advanced In Buying a Car, It’s Not Easy to Be Green dramatically in the past five to 10 years. Washington/Grant School Show With continued support, we are confident Given the Hypocrisy of Dealers with Demand How many worthwhile organizations School Show with our own “knockout” that a cure is within reach. for which we gave our hearts and energies number. Not only were we honored, we Thank you for helping make that happen. I’m not sure whether I should be angry “You’re saving money on gas when you situation. This is financially penalizing in the past, have we been able to watch surprised ourselves by learning we didn’t at the car industry for price gouging or our buy a hybrid, so there’s no discount on someone trying to buy a hybrid. By the Kim and Tom Decker grow over a period of six decades? A “lose a beat” over the years. We had so Westfield government for not regulating this issue a buying or leasing the car.” way, this is for any hybrid, not just an favorite to many of us was the annual much fun that we hoped we’d be asked to bit. Let’s just say, no one is making it easy Just so you know what I’m talking SUV hybrid. I urge anyone trying to buy elementary school shows produced by join the 60th extravaganza. when it comes to being green and buying about, as quoted by one dealer on Route a hybrid and encountering the same pric- the parents that started in the old Grant Well, Ta-Da, we have been. Boy, we Neylan Thanks Those a car. 22: Highlander (gas engine) lease is $329 ing practices to write their congressman School auditorium, (site of our town li- must have been really good. So here’s our As my wife and I prepared to get a new per month and $2,500 down. The same about this. brary) and continued on in the early 1980s chance to prove ourselves again. Those Helping in Campaign car, we considered the options: We need exact car as a hybrid is more than $500 per If you don’t see the irony in this, think by the Washington School PTO. Now the who didn’t participate 10 years ago sim- Last week’s election victory was the a small SUV for the cargo space, but we month and more than $5,000 down. So about being financially penalized for re- productions give Radio City Music Hall a ply didn’t know what you were missing. triumphant conclusion of a long campaign, also want to save gas and pollute less. So, much for motivating someone trying to cycling. How stupid would that be? P.S. run for its money. Join us as we all have a great time and much hard work and many hours from a we decided on a small hybrid SUV and be green. If any Toyota dealer thinks I’m misquot- Nothing gives parents more satisfaction catch up with old friends and memories. strong group of dedicated people. Now realized the Toyota Highlander Hybrid Anyway, I’m a pure capitalist that be- ing them, give me a call and I’ll be there than taking part in a cause that benefits their We need all the help we can get so we can that the Election Day jitters have subsided, was our best choice. What a surprise lieves in free market pricing, but this is on Monday to order the car. children’s school. In return, they receive a be assured to be invited back for the 70th. I must humbly thank all the people who when we went to or called multiple Toyota pure hypocrisy. This is not simply taking Joshua Suri feeling of community while raising their The dates of the three shows at helped me achieve this success. dealers and found out that they were tak- advantage of a high-demand, low-supply Westfield families, and the chance to develop friend- Roosevelt Intermediate School are on the Deirdre Malacrea, my campaign man- ing full advantage of the “supply and ships that last a lifetime. Hundreds of us weekend of January 25 and 26. Washing- ager, was the backbone, strength, and demand” rule. That is, lots of people want have appreciated the experience, and have ton School has a website. See the link heart-and-soul of my campaign. Her in- to spend less on gas and/or be green, so Pedestrian Scale Lighting is Needed taken every chance to continue attending with details about the show at the public sight and management style ensured that let’s gouge them when they buy or lease the productions once our children have school website, westfieldnjk12.org. our message reached the voters and that a hybrid. For Increased Safety in Town graduated. A very loyal group, are we. See you soon. we ran a campaign to be proud of. From several dealers, quote, “We will Well, our allegiance paid off. For the Her integrity, intelligence and strong not be offering any types of discounts Your editorial [last week] “It’s Dark light for sidewalks, curbs and parking Carolyn Klinger-Kueter work ethic inspired the entire team. Her 50th anniversary performance the alums Westfield when buying a hybrid,” or “There are no Now, and Pedestrians Encounter In- lanes – where pedestrians start their cross- were invited to join the Washington dedication and energy set the tone for the lease deals on hybrids,” because, “Toyota creased Danger” addresses an important ings. The installations at the busy campaign. Karen Masciale, my treasurer realizes that they don’t have to discount subject that deserves further illumina- Westfield Y pedestrian crossing on Clark and right-hand person, always provided hybrids.” And an even better quote, tion. Its recommendations concentrate on Street exemplify pedestrian-scale light- Voters are Awakening and Throwing an ear to listen and a shoulder to lean on. precautions that pedestrians might take. ing and have greatly improved motorists’ I truly could not have had a more com- Reader Takes Offense We should also consider what steps ability to see pedestrians. Other locations petent and compassionate person to brain- public infrastructure managers could take in Westfield and many elsewhere deserve Out Cronies and Political Bosses storm with and to run to when I was in At Wording In Caption to make our public spaces safer for pedes- these treatments. Although the weeks following the elec- of changing this system see at least one doubt about any issue. I found the caption under the picture trians. Pedestrian-scale lighting is not as well tion are reserved for the candidate’s thank- dollar coming to them and are so happy Another core member of my team was “Winning Grins” (Westfield Leader, No- With regard to the public infrastruc- understood or easy to accomplish as it yous, as just a resident of Garwood, Union just for the crumb and are so afraid that if Councilwoman Kimmins, who lent us vember 8, 2007, page 3), featuring three ture, the starting point is that lighting should be. Lighting utilities and roadway County and New Jersey, I would also like anything changes they won’t get that her expertise and made sure no detail young children at the Westfield Commu- levels at pedestrian crosswalks, especially agencies do not promote it; municipali- to thank the voters in general. crumb. So they keep voting these politi- went unattended. Vicki’s support and hard nity Center, offensive. outside the central business district, do ties do not possess the expertise in-house; There appears to finally be an awaken- cians back in for just for that one crumb. work helped carry me through many chal- The two white boys, presumably broth- not afford pedestrians sufficient protec- professional lighting documents on the ing, albeit nascent, to what is happening An initial trend may be appearing that lenges. ers, were identified by their full names. tion. The limited lighting on many of our subject are obscure. Those responsible politically in New Jersey. For too long the voters are demanding that these lead- There are two other team members I The black child was identified only by his roads is designed to assist motorists to see for a safe public infrastructure should have the politicians, especially the ones ers should have focus, integrity and solid must thank. Matt Albano, the elder states- first name, actually probably a nickname, the roadway directly in front of them. In advance this knowledge and its applica- that feel they have become institutions, character. Examples just locally are here man of our campaign, was the guiding almost as if he were not their equal. the presence of this lighting scheme, pe- tion at the municipal level. Then pedestri- lost their focus and priorities? They for- in Garwood and in nearby Cranford. Rea- force behind all our efforts. If the issue is privacy, perhaps sur- destrians crossing from the curb are often ans would be measurably safer in the got that they have taken the oath of office sons could be the financial pinch of ever- Phil Leary dedicated his talent and names should have been omitted for all hard to see. dark. to specifically serve the residents and escalating taxes, out-of-reach many hours to ensure a victorious No- three children. Lighting experts are aware of a differ- Martin Robins taxpayers first and only — not the politi- affordability, the politicians enabling of vember 6. Louise Russell ent type of lighting – pedestrian-scale – Westfield cal bosses, not the cronies, not their politi- the corrupted system, their lack of advo- I would be remiss if I did not thank the Westfield that sits closer to the ground and provides cal donors, nor themselves or their friends. cacy for their constituents, no increase of four most important people in my life for Too many politicians have become too quality of life. It could be the bombard- all of their support, love and patience. comfortable, become self-serving and fi- ment from the media that every faction of To my husband, Kevin, and my three nagle themselves jobs in the public sec- this state government appears to be cor- children – Kevin, Christopher and tor, maybe double dip with two even. rupted and twisted politically, that our Elisabeth – words do not describe my Many higher-level politicians set up pri- leaders need not follow their own laws feelings of gratitude, admiration, and love vate consulting companies that involve and regulations. that I have for all of you. introducing clients from private compa- Anti-government activism appears on Other volunteers, too numerous to nies to various government levels. And the rise, government watchdog and tax- name, helped immensely. My friends these other companies not only then do- payer groups are being assembled and are walked the second ward with me, ad- nate to the campaigns but also suspi- becoming high profile vocally. The vot- dressed postcards and dropped my litera- ciously get contracts with the govern- ers are taking notice and even if it is one- ture. ment. by-one, the politicians that lost their fo- I sincerely thank each and every one of This “corrupted self-serving/political cus of “people before politics” are being you for generously volunteering your time boss system” has become so pervasive voted out. and energy. I would also like to wish and lucrative for politicians that they for- It’s like the battleship New Jersey turn- Bruce Regenstreich best of luck in the get that it’s not about them but about the ing but there may be a trend. Let us hope future. people. With this system in New Jersey, it the momentum continues. Most importantly, I thank you, the resi- now seems to be one dollar for the people Bruce Paterson dents of the second ward, who have dem- and one dollar for themselves. Garwood onstrated your faith and trust in me. It is The people with a sense of incapability with great humility, gratitude and a strong commitment to serving Westfield that I begin my second term. Frank Arena Thanks Peter Echausse JoAnn Neylan Councilwoman, For Outstanding Service on Council Westfield Ward 2 I would like to sincerely thank the my opponent, Ross Katz, for his spirited voters of the first ward [Westfield] for campaign and hard work. Candidate Scurry giving me their confidence and electing Finally, I offer a special thanks to retir- me their councilman on November 6. It ing first ward Councilman Peter Echausse Thanks Supporters will be an honor to serve you on the for his outstanding service. Peter has I want to take this opportunity to thank Westfield Town Council, and I look for- served as councilman for seven years with all the people who generously assisted ward to hearing from you on all issues of great distinction and compassion, and I and supported me in the election. I also concern. know many in the First Ward join me in want to express heartfelt thanks to my Political campaigns require the sup- expressing appreciation for the fine job he family, friends and my WHS Class of port of many people, and I would like to has done. 1960 — all of whom supported me in my also thank my many friends and support- Congratulations Pete. candidacy [Westfield Town Council]. ers who worked, walked or donated to our Frank Arena Lenore Scurry effort. I would also like to congratulate Westfield Councilman-Elect Westfield Ward 4 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 15, 2007 Page 5 Serving on Council Enables Direct, Councilman Glover Writes, ‘Voters Positive Impact on Quality of Life Lost Confidence in Government’ I would like to thank the voters of the As I said during the campaign, we have Following last week’s elections, approved by large majorities was that vot- third ward [Westfield] for affording me more work to do. I look forward to work- Thursday’s headline in The Star Ledger ers lost confidence in their elected offi- the opportunity to serve them for another ing with residents to continue to enhance How New Jersey Voted for State Senate read, “The day voters closed their wal- cials’ commitment to manage and provide term. traffic and pedestrian safety, to improve lets.” Although one could interpret the effective ongoing oversight on the tax dol- Over the last four years, I have met the delivery of municipal services and to (Sorted by Votes Received by Winner, lowest to highest) recent ballot questions results as, voters lars that are required to fund them. with, spoke to and/or corresponded with keep property taxes in check in very dif- LD Winner Others Total Name closing their wallets, I believe it is impor- Going forward, we will need bold ini- hundreds of residents’ to try to address ficult fiscal times. tant to add, they, the voters, have not tiatives, new ideas and strong leadership their concerns and implement their ideas. I must thank the hundreds of people 20 9,321 6,578 15,899 Lesniak (D,I) closed their minds. to tackle our many local municipal as well I am humbled by your appreciation for who volunteered for and supported my 31 10,170 1,383 11,553 Cunningham (D) Clearly, for many, these are troubling as state and national economic and social my efforts. One of the questions mem- campaign. I also would like to recognize economic times, and while I am confident needs. Consequently, we need to expect bers of the town council often hear is, all of this year’s candidates who spent so 29 10,565 7,958 18,523 Ruiz (D) that we will see better days, it is necessary more from many of our elected officials “Why do you want that job?” My answer much time and effort seeking this volun- 28 12,223 3,802 16,025 Rice (D,I) that we move forward cautiously making by challenging them to manage the dol- has always been that governing at the teer position. every effort to embrace fiscal responsi- lars they already have responsibly. Less, local level allows us to have a direct, Finally, I must thank my wife Janet and 35 14,054 0 14,054 Girgenti (D,I) bility as individuals and demanding the not more taxes are what are needed, as positive impact on resident’s quality of my sons, Robby and Jack. Campaigns are 22 14,289 10,877 25,166 Scutari (D,I) same from our elected officials. many of our citizens simply cannot afford life. time-consuming and stressful, but you Ballot questions on securing and pro- additional economic burdens. were always understanding and support- 36 14,988 10,977 25,965 Sarlo (D,I) tecting our open spaces and stem cell re- We can and need to reach our goals and Happy Thanksgiving ive and, yes, I will start going to the 32 15,938 3,309 19,247 Sacco (D,I) search are not bad initiatives. It is my objectives through better management. grocery store again. opinion that a significant contributing fac- Westfield from U-Way 5 16,269 9,696 25,965 Redd (D) Kevin Glover Mark Ciarrocca tor as to why they failed or were not Scotch Plains Councilman Thanksgiving is a distinctively Ameri- Westfield Councilman 34 16,705 0 16,705 Gill (D,I) can holiday, set aside for giving thanks for the blessings of health, food, shelter, 17 16,812 10,460 27,272 Smith (D) Councilman Foerst Thanks family, friends and community. During Red Cross Thanks 19 18,773 9,536 28,309 Vitale (D,I) the Thanksgiving season, many Westfield Ward 4 Supporters Westfielders, who recognize how much Westfield Community 33 19,424 0 19,424 Stack (D) they have to be grateful for, say “thank As Thanksgiving approaches, family 15 19,998 11,879 31,877 Turner (D,I) I humbly send this message of grati- Finally, my regards to my opponent, you” by giving to the Westfield United and friends gather to give thanks for their tude to Westfield ward 4 residents for re- Lenore Scurry, for her willingness to par- Way, which helps maintain the quality of good fortune over the past year. 4 20,799 14,105 34,904 Madden (D,I) electing me as your town councilman for ticipate in the process. There are many life for all in our community. The Red Cross Westfield/Mountainside 18 21,221 12,828 34,049 Buono (D,I) another four years. who sit on the sidelines and so few who We are grateful to all who have gener- Chapter (WMARC) would like to thank I look back on the last four years with try to make a difference. Thank you, ously responded to the 2007 Westfield our volunteers who so generously give 38 21,336 14,330 35,666 Gordon (D) great pride at having accomplished so Lenore, for your efforts in the campaign United Way campaign, and we urge all their time, energy and spirit. Also, to our 7 22,205 17,505 39,710 Allen (R,I) much for all of us. Your support of my and for your volunteer service to the people who have not yet sent in a pledge card to financial donors who enable us to effec- work helps me to better serve you on town of Westfield. do so now, as a sign of “thanks-giving.” tively carry out our mission to provide 30 22,924 14,280 37,204 Singer (R,I) council going forward. Also, thank you While I will continue to reach out to By sharing their blessings, Westfielders relief to victims of disaster and help people 37 22,988 7,614 30,602 Weinberg (D,I) for setting aside party politics and having you when important issues arise, please can extend the spirit of Thanksgiving prevent, prepare for and respond to emer- the confidence to know that I will con- know that I am always available at throughout the coming year. gencies. 27 23,107 6,279 29,386 Codey (D,I) tinue to work hard on the issues important [email protected] or at home by A past edition of the “Friendly Place,” Thank you to each and every person in 25 23,704 14,845 38,549 Bucco (R,I) to all of us. I look forward to doing even phone at (908) 233-3251. a newsletter for Westfield Community this community who contributed over this more for the 4th ward and all the people of 2 23,826 18,276 42,102 Whelan (D) Councilman James Foerst Center Senior Citizens (one of the 19 past year. To our volunteers and employ- Westfield in my next term. Westfield Ward 4 member agencies supported by our ees, thank you for your time, talents, 6 24,554 15,239 39,793 Adler (D,I) Westfield United Way), contained the patience and perseverance. following inspirational message, which To our donors, thank you for your 13 25,042 16,205 41,247 Kyrillos (R,I) we would like to share again this year: contributions. Your concern for others 40 25,796 13,212 39,008 O'Toole (R) “Be Thankful ensured disaster relief would quickly get Even though I clutch my blanket and to those in need. To the disaster survivors 26 26,311 13,330 39,641 Pennachio (R) growl when the alarm rings each morn- and responders – thank you for your 39 26,583 21,488 48,071 Cardinale (R,I) ing, thank you, Lord, that I can hear. strength to continue. Also, for those who There are those who are deaf. answered the call to be deployed to the 12 26,656 22,738 49,394 Beck (R) Even though I keep my eyes tightly devastated area to help those hardest hit 8 27,101 17,019 44,120 Haines (R) closed against the morning light as long by some of the deadly storms and fires. 16 27,685 17,282 44,967 Bateman (R) as possible, thank you, Lord, that I can We are truly grateful. To our friends, see. There are many who are blind. families and neighbors, thank you for the 1 27,736 22,122 49,858 Drew (D) Even though I huddle in my bed and phone calls, fundraisers, prayers and for 11 28,249 16,314 44,563 Kean,S (R) put off the effort of rising, thank you, your countless acts of kindness. Lord that I have the strength to rise. There These vital services could not be here if 21 28,916 19,447 48,363 Kean,T (R,I) are many who are bed-ridden. the public did not care. We could not 3 29,613 22,186 51,799 Sweeney (D,I) Even though the first hour of my day is answer the call for help, hold blood drives hectic, when socks are lost, toast is burned, to combat the shortage, teach life-saving 10 30,100 17,712 47,812 Ciesla (R,I) tempers are short, thank you, Lord, for skills such as CPR and first aid. We will 24 31,073 13,660 44,733 Oroho (R) my family. There are, many who are continue to teach children how to swim, lonely. provide communication for military per- 23 32,059 15,834 47,893 Lance (R,I) Even though our breakfast table never sonnel and their families. We provide 14 33,136 20,000 53,136 Baroni (R,I) looks like the pictures in the magazines, transportation for seniors in town for shop- and the menu is at times unbalanced, ping and medical appointments and pro- 9 35,169 21,337 56,506 Connors (R) thank you, Lord, for the food we have. vide handyman service to assist senior There are 40 Legislative Districts in tors did not seek reelection. There are many who are hungry. with small tasks around their homes. It is New Jersey, each representing a popula- Senator Tom Kean, Jr. (LD-21) that Even though the routine of my job is all because you care that we are there. tion of about 210,000 people. Sen. Lesniak includes Westfield won reelection with often monotonous, thank you, Lord, for Our volunteers, donors and staff stand (Elizabeth, Union, Roselle and 28,916 votes out of 48,363 cast. His the opportunity to work. There are many ready to provide vital relief services to Kenilworth) won reelection with the low- runningmates for the Assembly, Jon who have no job. our community. It is our continuous com- est vote tally (9,321) in the state. His Bramnick of Westfield and Eric Munoz Even though I grumble and bemoan mitment to provide warmth and support runningmates for the Assembly, Joe Cryan of Summit, were reelected by similar my fate from day to day, and wish my to other members of our community for of Union and Neil Cohen of Roselle, were margins. circumstances were not so modest, thank which WMARC is so thankful. reelected by similar margins. Newcomer, Senator Nicholas Scutari of Linden you, Lord, for the gift of life.” Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving Senator-elect Chris Connors of LD-9 in (LD-22), who represents Scotch Plains On behalf of all of us at the Westfield and know that you have truly made a South Jersey received the most votes and Fanwood, won reelection with 14,289 United Way, let me wish everyone a most positive difference this year. (35,169). LD-9 also had the highest voter votes out of 25,166 cast. His runningmates happy Thanksgiving season. Maureen Kaufmann turnout (56,506). Three senators were for the Assembly, Linda Stender of Scott Cassie, President Executive Director elected without opposition. Three incum- Fanwood and Jerry Green of Plainfield, Westfield United Way Trustees Am. Red Cross – WF/MS bents were defeated and 13 other Sena- were reelected by similar margins.

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Don’t bother with the nouveau when you can have something light apple, peach, citrus and nut flavors balance expertly against the rich creamy and pretty that still has depth on the palate. Real wine for Thanksgiving. flavors that come from lees aging. Forget the chardonnay you have had for thanksgiving. This is the real stuff. Yarra Yerring Pinot Noir $67.99 Garretson Roussanne $30.99 Australia is not well known for pinot noir, but the Yarra Valley, outside of Roussanne is a native of France’s Rhone Valley. Few people in California have been Melbourne, has some perfect microclimates for it. The winemaker has a PhD in brave enough to try it. The Garretson Family has made something remarkable. plant physiology from Oxford. Elegant berry and earth tones. Very inexpensive for Filled with lime, honeydew and enough acid to support the lush fruit. Something the quality. Among the best in the world. about this and a piece of white meat turkey with gravy just works. Leal Vineyards Merlot $31.99 Carina Cellars Central Coast Viognier $21.99 One of the best dollar value wines in the store. Great extraction, but no heavy The most difficult to grow of all white grapes, it can perform miracles in certain small tannins. Huge ripe berry fruit and a nice hint of smoke on the finish. If you want parts of California. Amazing aromas of orange blossom and a palate full of apricot, merlot for Thanksgiving, you won’t do better than this. peach and white grapefruit. This invites the sweet potatoes and the stuffing. Jed Steele’s Shooting Star Blue Franc $17.99 Before Dinner Stony Hill Chardonnay $44.99 Jed Steele has been involved with more domestic wine projects than just about If there is a better domestic chardonnay, we haven’t tasted it (And we taste a lot of anyone. But he was open to working with the Austrian Blaufrankisch grape that grew Christian Drouhin Pommeau de them). Lots of pear, apple and citrus flavor, balanced by great acidity with just a in Washington State under the name Lemberger. Lots of berry fruit, low tannins, no hint of old French oak. oak, hints of pepper and cinnamon. This is all juicy and turkey friendly. Normandie 750ml $17.99 Crauford Highlander Sauvignon Blanc $15.99 Lemelson Vineyard Thea’s Select Pinot Noir $32.99 This is what California sauvignon blanc should be. Tropical fruit, lemon and a In an Oregon wine market that has fallen a little too in love with itself, this remains Calvados is an apple brandy from the Normandy region in Northern small hint of mango. Done in stainless steel, and not pretending to be a a value wine. Clove, berry, black raspberry, earth and hints of tarragon & coffee, this France. Pommeau de Normandie is a blend of that brandy with fresh chardonnay the way so many California sauvignon blancs do. The acidity here is wine goes perfect with sweet potatoes. It lingers elegantly. apple cider. 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1120 South Avenue West, Westfield NJ • 908-232-5341 HOURS: Monday - Saturday: 9am to 9:30pm • Sunday: 12pm to 8pm Page 6 Thursday, November 15, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Miller-Cory Invites Public For Colonial Thanksgiving WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory under age four. House Museum invites area residents Built in 1740 by Samuel Miller for to experience a traditional 18th-cen- his wife, Sabra, the house has been a tury Thanksgiving dinner this Sun- local museum since 1972. It is named day, November 18. Described as ideal for Samuel Miller and the home’s for children, the program will take subsequent owner, Joseph Cory. The place from 2 to 4 p.m. Miller-Cory House Museum is listed Members of the museum’s cooking on both the State and National Reg- committee will demonstrate the prepa- isters of Historic Places. ration of an early American Thanks- Upcoming Sunday activities at the giving feast over the open-hearth fire, museum include “Gingerbread Sun- using Colonial recipes, seasonal in- day” on December 2, “Polish Christ- gredients and authentic cooking tools mas Customs” on December 9 and and techniques. Taste treats will be “Christmas Traditions – Red and available for visitors to sample. Green Rule!” on December 16. For Additionally, museum docents will more information, call the museum be on hand Sunday to guide visitors office weekday mornings at (908) Miss Suzanne F. Gottdenker and Kevin P. Grady through the restored, fully furnished 232-1776. Colonial era farmhouse, located at 614 Mountain Avenue in Westfield. Library Lists Activities Visitors also are invited to stop by Miss Suzanne F. Gottdenker the museum’s gift shop, which is For Adults and Youth stocked with a variety of Colonial MOUNTAINSIDE – The toys, crafts, books and educational Mountainside Public Library, located MR. AND MRS. MATTHEW NICHOLAS HANAS materials. Admission to the museum at Constitution Plaza, has posted the (She is the former Miss Erin Marie Spafford) To Marry Kevin P. Grady and its grounds is $2.50 for adults, dates for four programs. Admission $1 for students and free for children to each of these is free of charge. Ellen and Bill Gottdenker of York City. “Hearing Loss: Discussion and Mountainside, formerly of Westfield, The couple will be married in May Scotch Plains Library Screening” will be held on Thursday, have announced the engagement of 2009 at the Pleasantdale Chateau in November 29, at 10:30 a.m. Special- Miss Erin M. Spafford their daughter, Miss Suzanne F. West Orange. Miss Nichole Herttua Offers Craft Programs ists from a local hearing care center Gottdenker of New York City, to of Westfield, a friend of the bride- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch will be on hand to talk about hearing Kevin P. Grady, also of New York elect, will serve as the maid of honor. Plains Public Library has announced loss and offer complimentary screen- Weds Matthew N. Hanas City. He is the son of Phil Grady of Brian Grady of Clinton, N.Y., will be the dates for two upcoming craft pro- ings. To reserve a seat, call the library Clinton, N.Y. and the late Bev Grady. his brother’s best man. grams to be held in its Community at (908) 233-0115. Miss Erin Marie Spafford, the topher Hanas and Mrs. Regina The bride-to-be graduated from the Room. All programs at the library are A program featuring singer and daughter of Mrs. Maria Luccarelli of Schuman performed readings during Kent Place School in Summit in 2001 La Leche of Westfield free and open to all interested persons. storyteller Ken Galipeau will be pre- Warren and Daniel Spafford of San the ceremony. and from Union College in A scrapbooking gathering will take sented for children in kindergarten to Pedro, Calif., was married on Friday, Mrs. Maria Luccarelli and Mrs. Schenectady, N.Y., magna cum laude, To Meet This Morning place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Mon- second grade on Wednesday, Novem- July 27, to Matthew Nicholas Hanas. Suzanne Hanas, the mother of the bride- with a Bachelor of Arts degree in WESTFIELD – The La Leche day, November 19. Ample space will ber 28, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Space He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. groom, hosted a bridal shower at Mrs. Economics and a minor in French League of Westfield, a non-profit be available to work on projects. Par- is limited. To register, call (908) 233- Hanas of Westfield. Luccarelli’s Warren home in April. The language in 2005. Miss Gottdenker breastfeeding information and sup- ticipants must bring their own sup- 0115. This program is open to The afternoon nuptials took place parents of the bridegroom hosted the recently began a new position in cor- port group, will hold its monthly plies. Refreshments will be provided. Mountainside residents only. at the Church of Saint Rose in Belmar, rehearsal dinner the night before the relation credit with Deutsche Bank in meeting today, Thursday, November Individuals may bring along com- Area residents are invited to attend with the Reverend Michael Waites wedding at the Black Trumpet in Spring New York City. 15, at 10 a.m. pleted scrapbooks, works in progress the library’s film series at noon on officiating. A reception followed at Lake for the bridal party and family. The future bridegroom graduated New, experienced and expectant or just their ideas. Registration is Mondays from November 19 through the Sunset Ballroom of the Lobster A 1999 graduate of Westfield High from the Salisbury School in mothers and their children are invited encouraged. To reserve a spot, call December 17. This season’s theme is Shanty in Point Pleasant. School, the bride earned her Bach- Salisbury, Conn. in 2000 and from to attend to learn more about (908) 322-5007, extension no. 204. Irving Berlin musicals. Participants Given in marriage by her parents, elor of Arts degree in English from Union College in 2005 with a Bach- breastfeeding, have their questions On Tuesday, November 20, youth in are asked to bring a brown bag lunch. the bride wore a strapless satin trum- Fairleigh Dickinson University in elor of Arts degree in Philosophy and answered and meet other grades 7 to 12 are invited to build The library will provide beverages pet gown by Melissa Sweet. A cus- Madison in 2003. She is employed as minors in Political Science and His- breastfeeding mothers. For more de- candy cabins starting at 7 p.m. All and dessert. tom-made silk tulle fingertip veil ac- an elementary language arts teacher tory. He is employed as a technical tails and the meeting location, call supplies will be provided. Registra- “Wednesday Night at the Movies” cented with seed pearls was worn for in the Plainfield school district. recruiter with Apex Systems in New Mari at (908) 233-6513. tion is required. Individuals may call currently is being offered, with films the ceremony. The bride carried an The bridegroom graduated from (908) 322-5007, extension no. 204, or screened at 6:30 p.m. in the library arrangement of hydrangea, stirling Westfield High School in 1998 and e-mail [email protected] and leave meeting room on Wednesdays through roses, sweet pea and baby’s breath. earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in their name and telephone number. December 19. No movie will be shown Mrs. Melissa Van Wingerden of Mathematics with a concentration in The Scotch Plains Public Library on November 21. For a list of movie West Milford, a friend of the bride, Secondary Education from Fairleigh is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue. For titles or for more information on any was the matron of honor. The bridal Dickinson University in Madison in more information on either of these programs, call (908) 233-0115 or visit attendants included Miss Nicole 2002. He received his Master of Arts programs or directions to the library, mountainsidelibrary.org online and Luccarelli of Madison, Wis., step- degree in Educational Leadership call (908) 322-5007. click on “Event Schedule.” sister of the bride; Miss Melissa Parisi from Fairleigh Dickinson in 2006. of Westfield, cousin of the bride; Miss Mr. Hanas is a teacher of mathemat- Cassie Wagner of Pompton Lakes, ics with the East Brunswick school friend of the bride, and Mrs. Regina district. 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Questions? Contact Robin Brous, Early Childhood Services Director, at [email protected] or ext. 204 or Randi Zucker, Assistant Camp Director, at [email protected] or ext. 253. The JCC of Central NJ is a constituent agency of the United Way and the Jewish Federation of Central NJ. Financial assistance is available for membership and various programs. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 15, 2007 Page 7 Temple Sholom Announces Benefit Event Raises Funds Holiday Boutique-Book Fair To Assist Ill WHS Alumna FANWOOD – Temple Sholom of Book selections will include hun- WESTFIELD – A Westfield High and so far have collected $132,000. Fanwood will hold its second annual dreds of Jewish titles. Additionally, two School alumna suffering from the The fundraiser drew nearly 100 Holiday Boutique and Book Fair this authors will be at the holiday boutique autoimmune disease scleroderma was people, including Assemblyman Jon Sunday, November 18, from 9 a.m. to meet visitors and sign their books. the beneficiary of an auction/ Bramnick (R-Union). He and others to 1 p.m. at Union Catholic High They are Howard H. Schack, au- fundraiser held October 28 at 16 Pros- auctioned off items including a sports School, located at 1600 Martine thor of six books including the award- pect Wine, Bar and Bistro in Westfield. car, Nascar jacket, Larry Holmes Avenue in Scotch Plains. winning “A Spy in Canaan,” as well The $7,000 raised will help pay for boxing gloves, tools, Ralph Lauren Local crafters and artisans will of- as Michelle Shapiro Abraham, Temple a life-saving procedure for Michele gym bag, skin care products and fer for sale handmade jewelry, pot- Sholom’s director of education, who Marron-Meyerhoff, in which her stem dinner and overnight lodging for two tery, scarves, watercolor artwork, has written four children’s books de- cells will be removed, cleansed and at the Westfield Inn. custom denim jackets and blankets, signed to introduce young children to re-infused into her body. The owners of 16 Prospect do- personalized children’s gifts, hair Jewish life. Her latest book is entitled Since being diagnosed with the nated their premises for the after- accessories and hand stamped greet- “My Cousin Tamar Lives in Israel.” illness, which causes hardening of noon. Booglerizers of Cranford pro- ing cards, among other merchandise. For more information, call Temple the body’s connective tissues, Ms. vided band music free of charge. Additional items will include gifts Sholom at (908) 889-4900. Marron-Meyerhoff has suffered se- Although weak, Ms. Marron- for pets, stationary, chocolates, Ha- vere lung damage and needs oxygen Meyerhoff, who lives in Cranford, nukkah gifts and craft kits, skincare Family Events on Tap around the clock for breathing. was able to be present and expressed products, designer polo shirts and The unique transplant, originally gratitude to all who attended and gift-wrapping. There also will be na- At Westfield Library who donated items for the auction. GREAT DAY FOR SCOUTS…St. Helen’s Cub Scout Pack 273 from Westfield estimated to cost $160,000, is now tionally recognized gift cards for sale. WESTFIELD – Certified teacher expected to run $250,000 due to com- Contributions are still being solic- and performing artist Ann Coppola will enjoyed Scout Day at West Point and meeting senior cadet Zane Nitzel after he Baked goods and a cappuccino and parachuted onto the Parade Ground carrying the Boy Scout of America flag. It plications related to Ms. Marron- ited. They are tax-deductible and espresso bar also will be available. return to the Westfield Memorial Li- was a beautiful day, ending with Army beating Temple 37-21, on September 29. Meyerhoff’s illness. Her insurance exclusively benefit Ms. Marron- brary to present her interactive nursery carrier has refused to pay for the Meyerhoff. Donations should be Rosary Altar Society rhyme presentation via her character procedure, calling it experimental. mailed to: National Foundation for “Mother Goose” on three Saturdays. The company’s decision came de- Transplants, N.J. Stem Cell Fund, Sets Christmas Party The program, for families with chil- P.E.O. Chapter U Supports spite a request by Assemblyman Neil 2560 Route 22, Box 208, Scotch dren between the ages of two and five Cohen (D-Union) for reconsideration. Plains, N.J. 07076-1529. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Rosary years old, will take place on Novem- Friends and family members are Checks or VISA, Mastercard or Altar Society of St. Bartholomew the ber 24, December 1 and December 8 Women’s Education Goals working to raise the needed amount American Express credit cards are Apostle Roman Catholic Church has from 11 to 11:45 a.m. accepted. Donations also may be invited all women of the parish and Additionally, Julie Pasqual will WESTFIELD – P.E.O. Chapter U on October 3 at the home of Marge made online at transplants.org. Indi- their friends to its annual Christmas return to the library on Saturday, of Westfield last month announced its McCornack of Westfield. Following Thanksgiving Service viduals can click on Patients We Help party to be held on Monday, Decem- November 24, at 1 p.m. for an inter- recent activities and continued efforts the business meeting, members par- To Be Held Monday and type “marron” in the search box. ber 3, at 8 p.m. following the 7:30 active storytelling program called in promoting and supporting educa- ticipated in a program of “Summer For more information, call Barbara p.m. Mass and novena. “Downward Facing Dog Tales.” Fami- tion for women. Memories.” SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch O’Desky, fundraising chairman, at “Santa Claus,” also known as the lies with children ages four and older The chapter held a potluck supper Local chapters raise money for their Plains-Fanwood Ministerial Associa- (732) 748-1485 or Gene Dillard, pub- Reverend Spino, and his “elves” will are invited to this free program, and various education projects. On Octo- tion will host the annual Community licity chairman, at (609) 871-4267. be on hand to entertain attendees with grandparents are especially welcome. Tickets Are Available ber 10, Chapter U took part in a Thanksgiving Service on Monday, Christmas songs. There also will be a The library is located at 550 East fundraiser at Lord & Taylor’s November 19, at 7:30 p.m. at the 50/50 and raffle prizes. Refreshments Broad Street in Westfield. For more To ‘Evening of Giving’ Bridgewater Benefit Bash. Evangel Church, located at 1251 Chelsea to Present will be served. Anyone wishing to information about these programs or SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Established in 1869 at Iowa Wesleyan Terrill Road in Scotch Plains. Local donate unused gifts for the raffle is to register, call the Youth Services Plains Junior Woman’s Club is selling College, P.E.O. was the second sorority clergy and civic leaders are sched- Thanksgiving Event asked to leave them at the rectory or Department at (908) 789-4114. Inter- tickets for the 11th Annual “Simon founded in the United States. It is a uled to participate. FANWOOD – The Chelsea at to call Nancy DeCristofaro at (908) ested persons also may access the Evening of Giving,” a special evening philanthropic, educational organization Delivering the Thanksgiving mes- Fanwood, an assisted and indepen- 322-5046. library’s website at wmlnj.org. of private shopping to be held on Sun- promoting educational opportunities for sage will be the Reverend John J. dent living community located at 295 day, November 18, from 6:30 to 9:30 women through the five P.E.O. projects: Paladino of St. Bartholomew the South Avenue, will host a “traditional p.m. at Menlo Park Mall. educational loan fund, international Apostle Roman Catholic Church in Thanksgiving” event on Tuesday, This event is specifically for sup- peace scholarship fund, program for Scotch Plains. The Praise Team of the November 20, at 2 p.m. It is free and porters of local charities and non-profit continuing education, scholar awards Evangel Church and the Youth Choir open to the public. organizations. There will be entertain- and Cottey College. from Congregation Beth Israel in Guests will hear the story of the ment for adults and children alike, Founded in 1884, Cottey College is Scotch Plains will provide music. first Thanksgiving from an “authen- including Cirque du Jour, Mr. and a two-year independent liberal arts Mayor Martin Marks of Scotch tic” pilgrim and also will have an Mrs. Claus and the Grinch, plus local and sciences college for women lo- Plains and Mayor Colleen Mahr of opportunity to taste the food that radio personalities and Jonathan cated in Nevada, Mo. It has been owned Fanwood will offer greetings. The was commonly eaten at the time of Lavery from “All My Children.” and operated by P.E.O. since 1927. service will last approximately one the first Thanksgiving. Sir Charles, a Most stores, restaurants and kiosks To date, financial assistance from hour. All are invited to attend a recep- live turkey, will be on hand for the will be open. Special sales and activi- P.E.O. has passed the $100 million tion afterwards. festivities. ties will be featured in many of the mark. There are nearly 6,000 local stores. A silent auction also will take chapters in the United States and place. Proceeds from the auction will Canada, including 43 in New Jersey, support the non-profit Simon Youth and more than 25,000 members. Chap- The Rotary Club of Westfield Foundation that provides educational ter U of Westfield was organized in and career development opportunities 1950. For more information about Helping Our Community For 86 Years for young people. P.E.O., interested individuals are in- Tickets can be purchased through vited to visit peointernational.org. Please Join Us For Lunch Linda B. Condrillo for The Westfield Leader and The Times the Scotch Plains Junior Woman’s GO BIG RED!…Newlyweds Ellie and Mike Mroz of Fanwood, pictured at left, Club for a $10 donation. Three dol- Every Tuesday, at the Westfield Area Y stop and sample red wine at Cool Vines last Friday evening. The new store, located lars will benefit the Simon Youth See it all on the Web! at 23 Elm Street in Westfield, is owned by Mark Censits, second from right. Mr. Foundation and seven dollars will 12:15 pm to 1:30 pm Censits and his sommelier, Birk O’Halloran, host the twice-weekly wine-tasting support the Scotch Plains Junior See it all in Color! event. Alexa Rose, far right, is part of the wine-loving sales team and also serves Woman’s Club, an all-volunteer, non- www.westfieldrotary.com as the resident chalkboard artist. After only a few sips, the entire group learned profit organization. To purchase tick- www.goleader.com that it had more in common than a love of the fruit of the vine – all are Cornell University alumni, including Mr. O’Halloran (not pictured, who was assisting a ets, call Gail Rhein at (908) 403- customer in the store, who also went to Cornell). For more information, see 0835. For more details, e-mail coolvines.com for a complete schedule. [email protected].

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Ms. information about the program, call Pinder, who owns Donna and Com- Elaine at (908) 232-1249. pany in Cranford, is a graduate of The College Club of Fanwood- the Ecole Chocolat Professional Scotch Plains provides scholarships School of Chocolate Arts and other to women of high-school and col- Manhattan-based culinary pro- FIRE STARTERS…Scotch Plains’ Brunner School’s Jump Start Pre-K stu- lege- age who reside in the local com- dents – starting second from left, Makaila Acampora, Olivia Sorge, Rachel grams. Her trademark chocolates munity. For more information about Lubeck and Matthew Cieslinski – give firefighter Kris Piccola a hand with the include the CocoaBee and Cielo joining the club, call the membership hose, as they watch the water spray. truffles. chairperson at (908) 889-4942 or e- Ms. Pinder will describe the his- mail [email protected]. ELECTION / VETERANS DAY CLEARANCE Sisters of Mercy Post Free Winter Fun for Kids at the Bazaar For Saturday Westfield Memorial Library AREA – The Sisters of Mercy of Associates will run the food court New Jersey will hold their annual throughout the day, featuring selec- Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, No- tions for breakfast and lunch. Home- Storyteller Julie Pasqual vember 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in made desserts, soft drinks, coffee and Mercy Hall at Mount Saint Mary, tea will also be served. Returning located at 1645 Route 22, West, op- Additionally, fresh Florida citrus posite Sears in Watchung. All pro- boxes with oranges, tangerines and Thanksgiving Weekend ceeds will benefit retired, ill and in- grapefruit in several groupings will be firm sisters. back. New this year will be pre-orders Saturday, November 24 at 1:00 p.m. A selection of handmade holiday for poinsettias in popular holiday col- crafts, wreaths, kissing balls, wooden ors, to be picked up in early December. ornaments and garden decorations, These flowers must be paid for in Yoga meets folktales, stretching your body many made by the sisters at the Mount advance. “Santa’s Bargains,” a table and imagination. Saint Mary, will be available. featuring trinkets and small gifts, also There also will be hourly 50/50s, will be featured. For more informa- Open to families with children age 4 and up. with a Super 50/50 occuring at the tion, call (908) 756-0994. end of the day. More than 150 themed gift baskets such as spa, movie night, Local Scouts to Collect Italian and party, among others, will be available for purchase. The Mercy Food Donations Nov. 17 FANWOOD – Cub Scout packs SP Firefighters Visit and Boy Scout troops from Fanwood and Scotch Plains are helping to fight dren ages 2-5 enjoy Brunner School hunger in their communities through ery rhymes, songs and SCOTCH PLAINS – Firefighters the annual Scouting for Food drive. er fun activities. Kris Piccola and Brandon Stearns Seven scout groups are participat- from the Fanwood Volunteer Fire ing in this project, which helps to Department recently paid a visit to stock local food banks. The scouts Saturday 11:00 - 11:45 am Brunner School in Scotch Plains. have distributed bags to local resi- The firefighters reviewed fire safety dences and will pick up donations November 24 and prevention basics with children this Saturday, November 17. in the Jump Start, pre-K, PDD and Residents are asked to place their kindergarten classes. non-perishable donations in the bags December 1 The students received a close-up and to put them on their doorsteps look at a firefighter in his turnout gear between 8 and 11 a.m. Most needed & December 8 and at the equipment firefighters use. items include canned goods (soup, After the presentation, the children meat, vegetables, fruit, tuna fish), 550 East Broad Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 received helmets and stickers to take peanut butter and jelly, pasta sauce 908-789-4090 www.wmlnj.org home. and pasta and dry cereal. Recipients of these donations in- clude senior citizens with limited in- comes, single-parent families and Grand Re-Opening Holiday Super Sale families with parents out of work. Residents who did not receive bags Starts November 19 are still invited to contribute. Dona- tions may be dropped off at the Fanwood Presbyterian Church, lo- cated at 74 Martine Avenue South, on Please Visit Our New Location November 17 from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information, call the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Scouting for Food Coordinator at (908) 322-7265. Spirituality Series Set At Temple Emanu-El WESTFIELD – All are welcome to attend Shabbat services on Friday, November 30, at 8:15 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El, as the temple launches its Friday Night Spirituality Series with Rabbi Andrea Weiss of the He- brew Union College-Jewish Insti- tute of Religion (HUC-JIR) in New York. Rabbi Weiss is a professor of Bible at HUC-JIR and associate editor of the new WRJ/URJ Press Women’s Torah Commentary. 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Rotary and ‘Pedals’ Group The Chelsea at Fanwood Cordially Invites You to Experience Team to Help Third World A Traditional Thanksgiving WESTFIELD – Every year, Ameri- Pedals for Progress is a 501c3 non- cans buy 22 million new bicycles and profit corporation that was started by a Travel back in time and hear the story of the first discard five million perfectly good young man from New Jersey in the bicycles in the landfills. Meanwhile, Peace Corps who noticed how a car- Thanksgiving as told by an “authentic” pilgrim. poor people in third-world countries penter in Nicaragua with a bicycle was Taste the food that was common to the Natives need cheap, non-polluting transpor- able to help people in a neighboring and Settlers and even meet Sir Charles-a-live tation to get to jobs or transport goods village and also increase his income. to markets. Some children need bi- He began this non-profit to help the (and lucky) Turkey! Come join us, you’ll be cycles to attend schools that are far people in the third world. Pedals for thankful you did. Refreshments served! away, or else they cannot attend. Progress has received, processed and The Rotary Club of Westfield com- donated more than 100,000 bicycles, pleted its 10th-Annual Bicycle Col- 793 used sewing machines and $10.8 WHEN: Tuesday, November 20, 2007 lection on September 15. Warren million in new spare parts to people TIME: 2:00 p.m. Rorden, chairman of the Westfield in 28 countries. WHERE: The Chelsea at Fanwood Rotary Pedals for Progress Commit- The Rotary Club of Westfield and 295 South Avenue tee, announced that the club collected Pedals for Progress have been work- Fanwood, NJ 07023 107 bicycles and $1,307 in funds. ing together to promote better living Under his leadership, the Westfield standards in the world. For more in- RSVP: 908-654-5200 Rotary Club has collected 1,250 bi- formation about this project, call Mr. cycles over the past 10 years. The Rorden at (908) 232-6807. The club also collects portable sewing Westfield Rotary Club meets every Open to the public – Please join us for this FREE event – Everyone is welcome! machines and old cell phones. Tuesday for lunch at 12:15 p.m. at the www.chelseaseniorliving.com According to Mr. Rorden, each Westfield Area “Y.” Guests are always This program is part of The Chelsea’s ongoing commitment to professional and community bicycle has the potential to change welcome and their first lunch is free. involvement and family education. the wellbeing of the person receiving it, as he or she now has a means of FOR HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING transportation to move around his or her country for work and school. Mr. Rorden thanked the Rotarians and families who helped collect bi- ShopRite Wines & Spirits of Westfield cycles: Rotary Club President Darielle Walsh, Mark Elsasser, Alison Brafman, Prices effective through Veronique Cordier, Liz Ensslin, Frank Tues., Dec. 4, 2007 Many items are in short supply, The items VISIT OUR Gatto, Michael Hart, Jim Hely, Ron Sunrise Cellars please shop early. below are TEMPERATURE Hutchinson and son Ryan, Dale the Wine Department at CONTROLLED Juntilla, Ray Kostyack, Naomi on Sale! WINE CELLAR McClellan, Byron Miller and son Reed, ShopRite Wines and Spirits of Westfield Phil Richardson and Maggie Subhas. In addition, the Rotary Club Store Open Debit thanked Elaine Poinsett, professional 333 South Ave. • (908) 232-8700 Sunday Cards massage therapist; Walter Grafmacher for collecting 20 bicycles and $250; Jay’s Cycle Shop for donating bi- cycles, and the board of education for the use of its parking lot. 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Artwork does not necessarily represent items on sale. It is for display purposes only. Effective Wed., Nov. 14 thru Tues., Dec. 4, 2007. who are in need of this type of service. Page 10 Thursday, November 15, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Students Win WHS Stages Arthur UNICO Essay Contest Miller’s Crucible this Fall WESTFIELD – Two Westfield to the telephone. The Italian-Ameri- WESTFIELD – Westfield High sica Harris, Mallory Boesch, Rebecca High School students won the 2007 can inventor was unable to pay the School (WHS) will present The Cru- Romano, David Kabakow, Suzanne Westfield UNICO $10 fee to main- cible by playwright Arthur Miller as Yavuz, Maddie DeJohn, Max Lazar, essay contest, tain what would the school’s fall drama. Jenna Roth, Ross Pohling, Nick which was estab- have led to a Students will perform the show to- Brennan, Dan Berman, Chris Mench, lished 10 years ago. patent. day, Thursday, No- Dara Silverman, Senior Tianyou Tianyou said vember 15, at 3:30 Michael Xu and sophomore that Mr. Meucci p.m. and Friday and Tarnofsky, Sam Rebecca Romano “is overlooked and Saturday, Novem- Johnson, Julian composed their es- is not receiving the ber 16 and 17, at 8 Seltzer and Adam says based on the recognition he p.m. in the WHS Ziering. contest’s theme: should.” auditorium, located Afflicted girls “the most influen- Rebecca wrote at 550 Dorian include Liz tial Italian or Ital- about actor Al Road. All tickets, Antonelli, Casey ian-American.” ONE OF A KIND…Robert Tarte of Pacino because of which are general Federbush, Tianyou chose Westfield UNICO presents a national the difficulty he BOO TO YOU!… Kindergartners from Maryann Sepe’s morning class at Wilson admission, cost $8. Rachel Friedman, certificate of accomplishment and a $250 Antonio Meucci, overcame to suc- Elementary School in Westfield recently traveled to Williams Nursery, also in The Crucible is SHOWING OFF THEIR ‘WITCH Colleen McCabe, saving bonds to Westfield High School Westfield, for a fall class trip. The adventure to the nursery included a hayride, an inventor in the senior Tianyou Xu and sophomore ceed. She said, “He the story of witch- CRAFTS’…Actors rehearse scenes from Amy Reich, Mel- 1800s, as the indi- showed that if you a walk through a maze decorated with scarecrows and selecting a pumpkin from craft trials in the Arthur Miller’s The Crucible. From left issa Riegel, Emma Rebecca Romano in the presence of, left a pumpkin patch. vidual upon which to right, back row, Westfield High School shoot for a goal and Puritan New En- to right are Mike Tannenbaum, Billy Smelkinson, Sa- he based his award- Social Studies teacher Adam Pizzi, don’t give up, you gland town of Sa- Geltzeiler and Erin Scialabba. rah Szollar and winning essay. UNICO publicity chairman Dave can succeed.” lem, Mass. in the Samantha Tianyou said that Lovato and Secretary John Chiesa. Rebecca, who is an WF’s Holy Trinity Wins 1600s. The Crucible is a timeless Waldman. Mr. Meucci is not actor herself, found depiction of how intolerance and hys- The production team includes di- given ample credit for the invention Pacino to be inspirational. teria can tear a community apart. rector/drama teacher Darlene White, of a form of communication that led UNICO also provides scholarships Scholastic Olympics Mike Tannenbaum as John Proctor, assistant director Mia Pafumi, Roy to graduating seniors. The name UNICO WESTFIELD – After losing the Rory Duffy (spelling), Robert Slaski Kate Douglas as Elizabeth Proctor, Chambers (set design/artist), John Sickles Places Second means “one” or “only” or “only one of first-place trophy by one point last (religion) and Nicholas Zahorodny Erin Scialabba as Abigail Williams, Burns (sound design), Michael In Poetry Contest its kind.” Additionally, the letters are year, Westfield’s Holy Trinity (mathematics) won second place. Billy Geltzeiler as Deputy Governor Kimmel and Lisa Weinshrott (light- interpreted as Unity, Neighborliness, Interparochial School took the title Ryan Baird and Alicia Sosinski Danforth, Bobby O’Rourke as Rever- ing design), stage manager Charlie WESTFIELD – Emily Sickles, a Integrity, Charity and Opportunity. this year in the 36th-annual Scholas- (art), Tess Lukowiak (current events), end Parris, James Seip as Reverend Tripp and assistant stage manager sixth grader at Roosevelt Intermedi- tic Olympics hosted by Roselle Catho- Angeline Aguinaldo (English), Will- John Hale and Melanie Jackson as Will Eisenberg. ate School, was chosen as the second- Wardlaw Plans lic High School. iam Hedley and Joseph Ventura (sci- Mary Warren will lead the show. For more information about the place winner in her age category in The Scholastic Olympics is an aca- ence), Rachel Weber (forensics) and The supporting cast includes Jes- show, call (908) 789-4549. the 10th-annual National Student Admission Info Session EDISON – The Wardlaw-Hartridge demic competition for eighth graders Catriona Coffey (mathematics) also Poetry Contest of the American Li- in which students are tested in a vari- competed for Holy Trinity. brary of Poetry. School, located at 1295 Inman Av- Garwood K of C Collects enue in Edison, will host its next ety of subjects, including mathemat- Students placing first, second and The letter confirming her award ics, religion, forensics and science. third were awarded Roselle Catholic stated, “Emily’s poem was chosen Admission Information Session for prospective students on Saturday, Brother Owen Ormsby, principal scholarships. Eighth-grade teachers from among thousands of entries from of Roselle Catholic, addressed the Pat Byrne and George Polasky mod- New, Unwrapped Toys across the nation.” Her entry, entitled November 17, at 9:30 a.m. Charlotte Davis, director of Ad- competitors, saying, “Never forget erated for the Holy Trinity team. GARWOOD – The Garwood days after 4 p.m. at the K of C Hall, “I Am Free,” will appear with a brief who you are and how you got here This year, 16 area Catholic elemen- Knights of Columbus are collecting located at 37 South Avenue in biography of the poet in the forth- mission, said, “Families will spend time with our teachers and students and what your elementary school gave tary schools competed at the Scho- brand-new unwrapped toys on behalf Garwood (opposite PathMark). coming book “With Honors.” you as a foundation.” lastic Olympics. of the children of St. Joseph’s Social Parking is available behind the hall Below is her winning poem. and tour the facility. This open house is a wonderful opportunity for stu- Lisa Cavallo earned first place in Sister Maureen Fichner, principal Service Center, a coalition to the off Willow Avenue. Those dropping off “I Am Free” current events. Erin McAllister and of Holy Trinity, said, “The eighth homeless in Elizabeth. items should use the side-door entrance. By Emily Sickles dents and parents to get to know the Wardlaw-Hartridge community.” Matthew Puzzo took firsts in history, graders representing Holy Trinity Donations can be dropped off week- On weekends, please call first. The presence of dew Gerard Gonnella, associate direc- while Jane Burnett was named first in Interparochial School reflected team Those making monetary donations On the daffodil tor of Admission and a 1989 graduate spelling. Christine Cambria (English), spirit and hard work.” Susquehanna Student should make them payable to the The sky and I Garwood K of C Toy Drive. Lay silent and still of The Wardlaw-Hartridge School, Doremus Studies Abroad The sunlight weaved will join Ms. Davis in guiding pro- The K of C has asked that no toy Between the trees spective families and students through SCOTCH PLAINS – Christopher guns or toys depicting violence be Tiptoed outside the admission process. Doremus of Scotch Plains is one of donated. For information, call the The gentle breeze 36 Susquehanna University students Knights at (908) 789-9809 after 4 The petals shed Wardlaw-Hartridge is an indepen- And blanket the ground dent, co-educational pre-kindergar- participating in the Sigmund Weis p.m. An eagle soars ten through Grade 12 college prepa- School of Business London Program At the speed of sound ratory school. during the spring 2008 semester. The robin on While abroad, students complete The apple tree For more information or to attend the And me session, call (908) 754-1882, extension couses in operations management, I am free 110, or e-mail [email protected]. quantitative methods for business, international business practices and management and organizational be- havior. They also tour various busi- ness throughout Europe – from steel plants to investment banks. Sigmund Weis School of Business faculty and adjunct faculty from the London academic community teach SENIOR TRICK OR TREAT…From the courses. left to right, Molly Bonner, Michael Bonne and Mary Brezik of Holy Trin- Christopher, a junior majoring in ity Interparochial School in Westfield business administation at Susquehanna, trick-or-treat at the Engel Senior Day- WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS, MY FRIENDS…After Westfield’s Holy Trinity is a 2005 graduate of Scotch Plains- Care Center in Cranford. Afterwards, won the Scholastic Olympics, Principal Sister Maureen Fichner stands with her Fanwood High School. He is the son of the children sang Halloween songs for first-place-winning team. Bruce and Donna Doremus. the seniors.

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For More Information: 908-272-0200 www.dhplaw.net A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 15, 2007 Page 11 THE STUDENT VIEW Mountainside’s Deerfield School Showcases Annie, Jr. The weekly column written by local high school students MOUNTAINSIDE – Students at Apple Seller, Kevin Connolly as the the Deerfield School are rehearsing Dogcatcher and Andrew Barreto as for the 2007-2008 school musical, the famous Bert Healy round out the Students React to Staph Annie, Jr., the Broadway Jr. version cast. (Music Theatre, International) of the The orphan chorus includes Allison famous show. Alexander, Morgan DePalma, Domi- Infection Rumor at WHS Jeannette Maraffi, music teacher at nique DeRose, Eileen Doyle, Ellie Deerfield, will di- Leick, Emily By ALEXA ZEPKA idly shove them into their pockets after- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ward. rect, while McLaughlin, Editor’s Note: After interviewing the In gym class, we are encouraged to Michelle Sophia Morong, high-school nurse last week, she has keep our clothes to ourselves, take them Boniface, lan- Kelly Rice, Nicole confirmed that while rumors of the staph home to be washed and always place guage arts teacher Sblendorio, infection have spread, there are no re- band-aids around cuts. Also, to assuage at Deerfield, will Celeste Teodosio, portable cases at this time. the nerves blazing within the students serve as the assis- Mia Tighe, Emily Obsessively washing hands, permeat- who are required to take fitness and tant director. Tinnirella and ing all pockets with Purell and actually exercise on timeworn equipment, teach- Isabelle Perrin Katie Wells. bringing gym clothes home are just three ers have explained that a much stronger sings the lead or- Performances of the many responses Westfield High cleanser is being used to disinfect the phan, Annie. I LOVE YA, TOMORROW ...Tomor- will take place to- School (WHS) students are generating mats and treadmills. Libby Cardone row, Friday, November 16, students at morrow, Friday, towards the words “staph infection.” In order to truly make the students’ Linda Condrillo for The Westfield Leader and The Times Mountainside’s Deerfield School will WE ARRRR! THE CHAMPIONS…From left to right, Aaron Slepoi, Cooper plays the youngest November 16, and Ever since news of this epidemic – views regarding the staph infection scare orphan, Molly; perform their 2007-2008 school musi- Saturday, Novem- which has been broadcasted on the news come to life, I interviewed a candidate Truman, Adam Jlelaty and Adam Greene of Deerfield School in Mountainside won cal, Annie, Jr., the Broadway Jr. ver- first place at Seton Hall Prep’s 12th annual Pirate Open Academic Tournament. Jackie Wells, the ber 17, at 7 p.m. in as responsible for killing teenagers – from each grade and gained a collection rough-and-tumble sion (Music Theatre, International) of the Deerfield gym/ arose, a drastic change in everyday high- of interesting perspectives on this one the famous show. school life has become greatly appar- topic. Pepper; Megan auditorium. Tick- ent. Freshman Emily Chan expressed feel- Deerfield School Captures Fedey, the oldest orphan, Duffy; ets are $7 for adults and $5 for chil- Sharing water bottles and phys.-ed. ings towards the current situation and Morgan Kelleher, the young charmer, dren. wear are no longer common practices. how her usual habits have changed as a Kate; Jenna Barbera, the “scaredy- There will be a special open dress People who used to cringe at the heavy result of her fear of possibly encounter- First at SHP’s Pirate Open cat” Tessie; and Ashley Oliviera, the rehearsal for senior citizens on Thurs- alcohol scent ascending from Purell can ing the infection. She states, “[The By LINDA B. CONDRILLO He also noted that each boy had his spirited July. day, November 15, at 6:30 p.m. There now be spotted clinging on to those thought of staph infections at WHS] Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times own strengths. “I answered a lot of David Jennings acts the role of is no charge for senior citizens, and bottles for dear life. makes me feel scared because I have no MOUNTAINSIDE — Cooper the questions on science, Adam charming Daddy Warbucks, while refreshments will be served. Walking through the hallways while idea who has them. I find myself being Truman, Adam Greene, Aaron Slepoi (Greene) answered the sports ques- Stephanie Scofield plays Grace, his Interested senior-citizen groups inevitably rubbing against other people much more cautious than I used to and and Adam Jlelaty of Mountainside tions, Cooper was good with geogra- right-hand girl. from Mountainside and Westfield has never made students feel so vulner- also washing my hands a lot!” competed at Seton Hall Preparatory phy and Aaron’s specialization was Their helpers in the Warbucks man- should call Mrs. Maraffi at (908) 232- able to coming in contact with a serious Also possessing uneasiness because School’s 12th-annual Pirate Open history. All of us were good at math,” sion include T.J. McGowan as Drake, 8828, extension 324, for informa- infection that could, if severe enough, she does not know who could possibly Academic Tournament on October Adam Jlelaty said. the butler; McKenna Kutsop, Cecille; tion. jeopardize their lives. be walking around with the infection is Lauren Wagner, Annette; Cassie Knowing that the spread of staph is sophomore Rachael Lobo. 20. Cooper’s mother, Liz Truman, In a well-fought battle, and after served as the team’s moderator at the Kinney, Mrs. Greer; Lauren Nagel, possible, whether mild or extreme, trig- Rachael also proposes a solution to Mrs. Pugh and servants Luke gers jolts of caution, tentativeness and students’ uncertainty if someone close nearly four hours of mental gymnas- event. Mrs. Truman told The Leader/ worry within us students, who, after to them is impaired by staph. She ex- tics, Deerfield School won, beating Times, “Each round was an exciting Hoydich, R.J. Greeley, David Batista hearing one person may have the infec- plains, “the staph-infection issue affects first runner-up St. Vincent De Paul nail-biter. The final round – between and Alex Fresolone. tion, immediately think we will be next! me because I don’t want to be around (Stirling). Deerfield and St. Vincent De Paul – Lillian Barreto plays In case you were wondering what a people who have it that I don’t know Teams comprised of four seventh- was won by just one question. They Mrs.Hannigan, keeper of the orphan- staph infection is and how it can be about! and eighth-grade boys each from 24 really were a great team. Each had age. Arthur Mezzo plays Rooster spread, I will provide a quick summary She added, “The school should give schools throughout northern New expertise on something, and together, Hannigan, her brother and partner in before continuing on with its relation- some sort of a test to everyone in grades Jersey participated in the scholastic they were unbeatable!” crime. Nicole Locorriere plays Lily, ship to WHS. 9 to 12, so people could be more aware contest, which included questions Seton Hall Prep is a private boys Rooster’s girlfriend. The infection occurs when staphylo- of who may have [the infection]. It’s not Sean Hahner plays President pertaining to government, literature, high school located in West Orange DON’T RAIN ON THEIR coccus aureus bacterium enters the hu- like these tests would make people with entertainment, sports, geography, his- and is the oldest Catholic college Franklin Delano Roosevelt and man body usually through an open cut the infection feel ostracized; [the tests] PARADE…One of the pre-kindergar- tory, math and science. preparatory school in New Jersey. Francesca Nadjzin serves as Sandy, ten classes at Scotch Plains’ Brunner or a break in the skin. Staph can be would only let other students feel less In addition to Deerfield and St. The school provides an academically the dog. Lauren Nagel will be fea- School lines up for the Halloween pa- diagnosed through taking a sample of uncertain about the condition of the Vincent, top contenders who ad- demanding environment to approxi- tured in a dance number as the “Star- rade, an event in which the entire school bacteria from the victim’s effected area, people surrounding them everyday.” to-Be.” Danny Sblendorio as the participates. and in less dangerous situations, antibi- Junior Jenna Leopold believes that vanced through the preliminary mately 950 students from a diverse otics are given to treat the infection. cleanliness is key, and all WHS students rounds included Academy of Our spectrum of more than 130 towns in However, there is always a chance of should be hygienic. Says Jenna, “the Lady (Glen Rock), St. Joseph School the northern part of New Jersey. For the infection falling under the “at-risk” most important thing in preventing staph (Mendham), Our Lady of Sorrows more information, visit shp.org. category (caused by MRSA), which infections is cleanliness. People should (South Orange), Warren Township SundanceSundance SchoolSchool means that antibiotics cannot solve the be cautious and conscientious about MS, Holy Spirit School (Pequannock) problem. People can contact the bacte- washing their hands, especially before and Eastern Christian MS (Wycoff). RSVP ria from contaminated objects like eating and after touching banisters. I Deerfield, St. Vincent, Academy of OpenOpen HouseHouse sweaty towels, clothing and water bottles think the infection could happen any- Our Lady and St. Joseph’s advanced other people have drank from, but it where. People shouldn’t say that just to the final four. usually arises from touching someone because we’re in Westfield, an outbreak All of the Mountainside boys take Nov. 17 10am-2pm else’s infected skin. is not possible.” part in the gifted-and-talented pro- “Where Children Shine” As I recollect on the times in the Conversely, senior Matt Gralla said, gram, led by Deerfield School’s en- previous year that I entered the bath- “the staph infection doesn’t really affect richment coordinator Elaine Fass. • Ages 2 thru 3rd Grade room to wash my hands only to find zero me because I haven’t seen or heard of any cases in the area. I’ve heard that it According to Mrs. Fass, the • Full and Part-Time Programs paper towels and empty soap dispens- Deerfield School has been invited to HER SPECIALITY…Kathy Geller, ers, those memories seem so difficult affects the wrestlers more because they center, recently gave an arthritis lec- • Low Student-Teacher Ratio for me to fathom as reality. are using mats. I think that as long as the event for about 10 years. She told ture at a Woman’s Club of Westfield Now, every bathroom in the school is you cover cuts and be careful, there’s no The Westfield Leader and The Times, Home Life/Social Services Department • Individualized Instruction constantly flooding with innumerable reason to worry.” “Most of the schools [which partici- meeting at The Masonic Lodge in rolls of paper towels, and soap dispens- Now that we have completed this ride pate] are private schools. The fact Westfield. Ms. Geller is a community • Science and Computer Fun ers are always filled to the top with pink through the perplexing realm of staph that we were competing against for- manager exercise specialist with the • Arts, Crafts & Puppetry liquid. These are not our only reminders infections on a very choppy rollercoaster, mal teams from private schools and Arthritis Foundation – Iselin Chapter. to wash our hands, for new additions our dizziness leaves us with the ultimate won is even more of a kudo. Our boys She discussed current medical treat- • Music, Dance & Dramatics ments, along with the benefits of physi- that grace the back doors of every question – should we be afraid? did an outstanding job, and we are so • Summer Camps restroom depict a green hand with the Quite relieving, the answer is not very, very proud of them.” cal activity, for easing symptoms. Ar- phrase, “germ farm, scrub ‘em,” be- necessarily. After talking to a local pe- Team-member Adam Jlelaty, an thritis is a disease that affects both • Open Daily from 7:30am-5:45pm children and adults. Above, from left to 401 Greenbrook Road neath it. diatrician, I learned that the staph infec- eighth-grade student from Deerfield Teachers are taking strict precautions, tion has been around for many years but right, are Home Life/Social Services who enjoys playing video games in Department Chair Anne Galante, Ms. North Plainfield too; for in nearly every classroom that I has just become increasingly evident at his spare time, told the newspaper, 908-561-5055 enter, atop their desks rests either a this particular time. Geller and Woman’s Club President “What was really exciting was when G58084 dispenser of Purell or Germ-X, which is Luckily, the infection is not brand Delores Geisow. www.sundanceschool.net put to regular use. new, and it is not unpreventable. My we found out that not only were we in It no longer shocks me to watch my greatest slice of advice for everyone is the second round, but our score was fellow peers rush to the increasingly to keep their eyes wide open and prac- the second highest out of all of the popular sanitizing agent on the teacher’s tice the ritual that most of us have had competing teams. Valley Furniture Shop desk at the beginning and end of the drilled into our heads since three years “That’s when we really started Exquisite 18th Century Reproductions period, squirt a dollop into their palms, of age: wash those hands! thinking that we had a chance of cleanse their hands thoroughly and rap- Alexa is a sophomore at WHS. winning the tournament,” he added.

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By FRED LECOMTE that I was going to try to get into the ceptions. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times end zone. Kenny (Azard) made the “I’m one of the role players on the Heroes emerged at the right time to strip, so I said I’ll pick it up, try to get defense. It’s playoffs first round and give the fourth-seeded Scotch Plains- a touchdown out of it and help make I knew I had to do what I had to do to Fanwood High School football team the team win,” said Green. get the ‘W,’” said Azard. “(On the) a heart-stopping, 19-13 victory over One minute later, junior defensive first interception, I had 4-3 coverage. fifth-seeded Colonia in the first round back Mike Ferrara intercepted and I just back out, ball is in the air, so I of the North Jersey, Section 2, Group flew 36 yards in for the touchdown. just ran to it. (On the) second inter- 3 playoffs in Scotch Plains on No- “We were all pretty pumped. I was ception, he’s having a little trouble vember 10. Raider linebacker Keith in a zone coverage and there were two rolling out, saw one of his guys open, Baker halted the final two Colonia wide-outs in my zone. I had to stay in came up a little bit on him and snatched attacks with an interception and a between both of them so I can play it from him. The third one just came pair of victory-securing sacks. both receivers as soon as the quarter- straight to me.” Strong defense set up all of the back throws it,” said Ferrara. “I was With 3:47 left in the half, the Raid- Raiders’ scores in the second quarter. just in perfect position to jump it and, ers pushed the lead to 19-0 on a seven- The first came after Colonia mis- as soon as I caught it, I looked down play drive highlighted by David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times handled a snap and linebacker Tim the sideline, turned on my jets and got Chervenyak’s 23-yard pass to J.J. DIVING OVER FOR THE FIRST OF 2 TDS…Blue Devil Chris Sheehan, No. 5, turned two receptions into touchdowns in Green picked up the rock and dashed six.” the NJSIAA sectional game against Bayonne. Sheehan also had two touchdown receptions against Scotch Plains-Fanwood D’Agostaro and junior running back on November 3. 59 yards into the end zone. Junior linebacker Kenny Azard Anthony Taylor’s four-yard touch- “I told the coaches before the game emerged in a big way with three inter- CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 DIIORIO FINDS SHEEHAN FOR 2 TDs, BIG ‘D’ REIGNS Blue Devils Swat Bees, 21-8, In NJSIAA Football Sections

By DAVID B. CORBIN yards on 28 carries. DiIorio com- ing, fullback Ryan Brand (4 rushes, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times pleted six of 11 passes for 63 yards 37 yards) had a key 21-yard reception Field position played a decisive role and Sheehan grabbed three of them on the Blue Devils’ long scoring drive in what was to be a battle of two strong for 36 yards. Primarily used for block- CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 defenses and the Westfield High School football team took advantage of good field position to score two of its three touchdowns (TD) to defeat Bayonne, 21-8, in the first round of the North Jersey, Group 4, Section 2 playoffs at Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield on November 10. The last time the Blue Devils won a home playoff game was on Novem- ber 14, 1998 when they humbled West Morris Central, 30-6, in the Group 3, Section 2 quarterfinals. That team went on to destroy hosting Parsippany Hills, 44-13, on November 21 before falling to Morristown, 37-14, at Gi- ants Stadium on December 5. The Blue Devils last won a playoff game Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times GRINDING OUT THE YARDAGE…Junior Andrew Brockel, No. 33, guarded by a host of Raiders did a fine job filling in on November 11 in 2001 with a 7-0 for injured starting back junior Anthony Taylor during the second half of play. The junior racked up 40 yards on 12 carries. victory over hosting Morristown. This past Saturday, Blue Devil quar- terback Tony DiIorio hit wide re- ceiver Chris Sheehan for TD recep- GK O’BRIEN, DEFENSE HELD UP WELL ALL SEASON tions of 10 yards and nine yards and running back Ricardo Johnson capped a 15-play, 80-yard drive with a two- yard TD plunge. The 6-3 Blue Devils No. 6 Columbia Cougars Nip finished with 152 rushing yards on 42 carries and Johnson had 77 of those Soccer Blue Devil Boys, 1-0

By DAVID B. CORBIN “We knew that (persistent pres- Devil Head Coach George Kapner. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times sure) was going to happen. They have The last time the two teams met in Junior forward Johnny Exantus re- a very good team. We just had to the sectional final was on November ceived a pass from junior Ramsay come out and play our hardest,” said 8, 2001 where the Blue Devils rose to Hartley and ripped a left-to-right shot O’Brien. the top to defeat 16th-ranked Colum- out of the reach of Blue Devil goal- “It was a great game. They have a bia, 3-2, in a thrilling shootout at the keeper Greg O’Brien midway through great team, played a wonderful game, same location. After two overtime the second half to give Head Coach well coached. We gave their strikers a periods, the showdown was finalized Gene Chyzowych (701-175-67) his couple of chances. They gave us a when all five Blue Devils – Anthony 701st career win and the No. 6 Co- couple of chances and we weren’t able Tomasso, Billy Schultz, Lee Tomasso, lumbia High School boys soccer team to convert. We haven’t scored enough CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 a 1-0 victory over Westfield in the goals all year. It’s been our problem. North Jersey, Group 4, Section 2 fi- I’m proud of my boys. They did ex- Reading is Good For You nals at Cameron Field in South Or- actly what we asked them to do. To- ange on November 9. day, the better team won,” said Blue Exantus led a furious and persis- tent offensive attack and O’Brien made a number of quick and correct See photos of Sports: decisions to come up with nine qual- on www.goleader.com ity saves. Cougar goalie Tim Jonathan made four saves. The 13-5-3 Blue Westfield/Bayonne Football Devils got off six strong shots, while SPF/Mendham Girls Soccer the 18-4-1 Cougars took 13 shots – SPF/Colonia Football nine in the second half. Westfield/Columbia Soccer goleader.com/subscribe

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A week after stop- out there — let’s not forget that eighth- “Toward the end of the year, when “Never giving up more than one ping my car at the top of the Burlington- seeded South Plainfield took a 5-3 we were getting to play the better goal in any game is quite an accom- Bristol Bridge to ponder the after-life, record up to top-seeded and previ- teams, we knew most of them had a plishment,” Kapner said. “And we this past Saturday saw me floating ously unbeaten Irvington last Satur- certain best player,” said Saunders, were Watchung Conference champi- over the BBB with the window down day and came home an 18-12 over- whose parents Bob and Lori both ons and sectional finalists. Those are (yes, it was 38 degrees out) and Meat time winner. graded WHS in 1982. “I was a little worthy starting goals for next year.” Loaf’s “You Took the Words Right Piscataway is definitely a good team, surprised they wanted me to mark KEEHN NAMED Out of My Mouth (Hot Summer and has been for quite a few years. The them. But after Nick (Breza) went Drew Keehn, a former baseball/ Night)” blasting on the radio. Chiefs have a potent running game down (shoulder injury), someone had football standout at WHS, has been The reason for the mood was, of featuring Barry Garrard. But Bayonne to step up and do it and coach (George named assistant baseball coach at course, the pretty impressive 21-8 also had a supposedly rugged ground Kapner) gave the job to me. My job Loyola Marymount College, a Divi- victory by the WHS football team attack and did next to nothing Satur- was to see that the certain best player sion 1 program in Los Angeles. over Bayonne in their North 2 Group day. And Piscataway has definitely on each team doesn’t see the ball.” Keehn (’92) was the starting short- David B. Corbin (Cranford Cougar Invitational files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times STATE CHAMPION…Blue Devil Lacy Cummings, working a giant swing on the 4 quarterfinal matchup at Kehler Sta- struggled at times this year, as in a 20- Not an assignment for the faint of stop for coach Bob Brewster in 82 uneven bars, became the state gymnastics champion in the vault. dium. It was only the sixth home 7 win over J.P. Stevens two weeks ago, heart. But one that Saunders relished. straight games, from 1990-92. He playoff game for the Blue Devils in the same J.P. Stevens that lost 34-0 to “I just do what’s best for the team,” batted .280, .353 and .354, stole a the 34 years of the state playoff sys- Plainfield last Saturday, and a 28-18 he said. “Matt Kassel, he is ridicu- team-best 23 passes in both his junior tem. And it was the fifth victory, the win over South Brunswick, which was lous. He’s so amazing what he can do and senior years and scored 38 runs Blue Devil Gymnasts Get 9th others coming in 1976 (20-8 over clobbered by Montgomery. with the ball, and he kicks it 90 miles as a junior while setting a school Livingston and 14-0 over Plainfield), If you’re into karma, or cosmic an hour. And Johnny X, he’s pretty record with102 at-bats. 1977 (33-0 over Livingston) and 1998 moments (and who isn’t?), let’s re- good, too, and very quick.” Keehn attended Central Arizona In NJSIAA Championships (33-6 over West Morris). member that Meat Loaf’s classic Bat Saunders started the season at College (1992-94), where the hard- Westfield High School sophomore Rodrigues at 9.4, Kelsey Greenfield at About the only negative you could Out of Hell album, which contained sweeper and by the end of the Colum- thrower developed into a good enough Lacy Cummings won the NJSIAA 9.2 and Claire Stevens-Haas at 9.15. find, even if you used one of those that “You Took the Words Right Out bia game he was moved up to attack. pitcher to be drafted by the Colorado state gymnastic title in the vault with Cummings scored an 8.8 on bars fol- Dirt Devil vacuums, was that Bayonne of My Mouth” song mentioned ear- “Near the end, Columbia wasn’t Rockies, for whom he played three a score of 9.85 and the Blue Devils lowed by Stevens-Haas at 8.7, broke up the potential shutout late in lier, came out in October 1977, the attacking, they were just playing ev- professional seasons, mostly as a re- finished ninth in the team totals with Rodrigues at 8.65 and Greenfield at the fourth quarter. While not wanting last year WHS won a sectional foot- erybody back, so they put me up front lief pitcher. a score of 107.75 at Hunterdon Cen- 8.025. Rodrigues scored 8.975 on beam to find a black cloud on a sunny day, ball title, its second straight. And and just kicked it in and let me go try CUMMINGS WINS tral High School in Flemington on followed by Tina Chabrier at 8.575, that final score should have been 21- three key members of those WHS and run it down and create some- Congratulations to sophomore November 10. Bishop Ahr won the Cummings at 8.575 and Allie Barba at 0. Shutouts are a state of mind and a teams were Scott Selert, Owen Brand thing,” Saunders said. “I do winter and gymnast Lacy Cummings, who cap- team title with a 112.15 total. 8.5. Cummings scored 9.275 on floor show of dominance, and no team in and Ron Allen, whose sons are Danny, spring track. That’s why I’m a decent tured the state vault championship As she had done all season, followed by Stevens-Haas at 8.975, the history of the world has ever lost Ryan and Malcolm, are key seniors soccer player, because of my speed.” with a score of 9.85. Cummings is Cummings nailed her front on, front Chabrier at 8.9 and Rodrigues at 8.6. a game when the opponent didn’t on this year’s team. It was the sixth time the teams have WHS’s first gymnastic state cham- tuck to win the vault with her per- TOP 5 TEAMS: score, in any sport. (Back in the Sept. 6 Devil’s Den, it met in a sectional final, with Colum- pion since Lauren Caravello won the sonal-best score. Also in the individual 1. Bishop Ahr (BA) 112.15, 2. (Question: If you think shutouts was suggested there was no rational bia winning in 1983, 1987, 1988, and balance beam in 2001. Pascack Regional (PR) 112.125, 3. aren’t that important, then why would reason, given the talent at WHS, for last Friday, while WHS won in 1991 WITH THE COLLEGIANS competition, she scored a 9.3 on the Hillsborough (H) 111.85, 4. Hunterdon floor exercises, a 9.0 on the balance Central (HC) 110.85, 5. South Brunswick Gary Kehler and defensive coordina- the Blue Devils to not be a factor in and 2001 (in a shootout). The Devils Anna Koehler (WHS, ’07) com- beam and an 8.7 on the uneven bars. (SB) 110.625 tor Dick Zimmer put the starters back the loaded North 2 Group 4 playoffs. are just 2-10 in state tourney play pleted her freshman season on the Jenna Rodrigues scored a 9.325 on the ALL-AROUND: Chelsea Goldschrafe in to games — already long-since “Why Not Us?” was the subhead and against the Cougars. New York University volleyball team beam, a 9.175 on the bars, a 9.2 in the (Ramapo) 38.625 decided — whenever an opponent it’s worth repeating today. Now that Despite the bitterly-fought 1-0 loss, last week. The defensive specialist/ vault and an 8.825 on the floor. VAULT: Cummings (Westfield) 9.85 got down inside the WHS 20? An- Phillipsburg, Elizabeth and Bayonne which came on the heels of 2-1 state libero helped the seventh-seeded Vio- BARS: Austin Fobes (Howell) 9.775 swer: To preserve the shutout.) have been eliminated, I ask again, tourney wins over Elizabeth and lets upset second-seeded New Jersey In the team competition, Cummings BEAM: Goldschrafe (Ramapo) 9.7 scored a 9.7 on vault followed by FLOOR: Goldschrafe (Ramapo) 9.75 Anyhow, the fourth-seeded Blue “Why not us?” Bridgewater-Raritan sandwiched City University in the ECAC Devils now get to play at top-seeded SOCCER UPDATE around a 1-0 UCT semifinal loss to quarterfinals with six digs and one Piscataway this Saturday in the sec- You could excuse Todd Saunders if SP-F, it was quite a memorable sea- service ace. NYU then fell to third- SPF’s Marc Fabiano Receives tional semifinals; despite the he was a bit worn out last weekend. son for the Blue Devils. seeded Carnegie Mellon in the semi- closesness of the two towns, this will The versatile junior standout on the Consider this: All five losses were finals, finishing the season with a 19- be their first meeting on the football WHS boys soccer team had a drain- 1-0 scores. And WHS never allowed 19 record. “For me it was a good Academic/All District Honors field. Since the playoff field was ex- ing 72 hours last week. On Tuesday, more than one goal in ANY game all season overall,” she said. “I think in panded to eight teams per section 10 Nov. 6, he got to mark Matt Kassel, year. And that includes two games the future, when my class is juniors EWING – The College of New Athletic Conference (NJAC). In his years ago, WHS has reached the semis the Bridgewater-Raritan standout who against both Union and Kearny, and and seniors, we should be really good. Jersey (TCNJ) football senior An- first season with the Lions in 2006, once, in 1998, notching a 44-13 win may be the state’s premier player, in three games each versus SP-F and But I’m just looking forward to hav- drew Larkin (Hamilton Square, Notre Fabiano earned NJAC Rookie of the at Parsippany Hills. the North 2 Group 4 semifinals. Three Elizabeth. ing some free time now.” Dame) and junior Marc Fabiano Week honors en route a banner sea- Piscataway brings a 9-0 record into days later in the sectional title game, That defensive mentality earned DEVIL OF THE WEEK (Scotch Plains-Fanwood) were son that saw him finish as the team’s the game, but it should be noted that Saunders drew the assignment of con- O’Brien, Saunders, Tresnan and Breza This week’s free sub from Al the amongst the players cited for aca- second-leading defensive player with the Chiefs’ opponents have a com- taining Columbia’s Johnny Exantus, first-team all-county honors from the Owner at Westfield Subs (261 South demic and athletic excellence by the 55 stops. Fabiano has amassed 110 bined won-lost record of 38-44 (46 arguably the state’s best player not Union County Soccer Coaches Asso- Avenue East) goes to Todd Saunders. 2007 CoSIDA ESPN the Magazine career tackles in 19 games played, percent), while the 6-3 Devils’ oppo- named Matt Kassel. ciation. Midfielder Mike Irving also The versatile junior had to guard two Academic All-District College Divi- while adding 19.5 tackles for a loss nents have a combined won-lost To be sure, Saunders had help, es- was first team, while Franks made of the state’s premier soccer players, sion. Both are now candidates the (-104 yards) with 11.5 sacks for -87 record of 44-39 (53 percent). It should pecially with Kassel, from fellow second team and striker Brandon in the pressure of the sectional semi- 2007 ESPN The Magazine Academic yards. also be noted that Piscataway has backs Nick Breza, Andy Flood and Heroux was a second-team striker. finals and finals, and did an amazing All-America College Division Team, A health and exercise science ma- only played one team with at least six Chris Franks, along with sweeper Pat And while graduation will take job of containing them as WHS nearly which will be announced on Thurs- jor at TCNJ with a 3.66 GPA, Fabiano wins (a 42-7 win over 8-2 Sayreville), Tresnan. And Greg O’Brien certainly O’Brien, Franks, Heroux, Matt Gralla, captured the sectional title. day, November 29. is the Lions’ football representative while WHS has played four teams was everything you would expect an Dan Strauss and Mike Rediker, there The Devil’s Den appears Thurs- Fabiano, a lineman, now has 55 to the College’s Student Athlete Ad- with at least six wins (6-4 Cranford, all-county or all-state type of goalie is some outstanding talent returning day in The Westfield Leader during tackles on the season. He has 24 solo visory Committee (SAAC). A two- 8-1 Irvington, 7-2 Scotch Plains- to be, all season but especially in — Breza, Flood, Saunders, Tresnan, the school year. Contact us with stops, with 31 assisted tackles and is time TCNJ Scholar-Athlete, he is a Fanwood and 7-3 Bayonne). those two games. But there was a lot Irving, Mike Lessner, Matt Isabella comments, complaints or sugges- averaging 6.1 tackles per game, nine-game starter this fall and a can- And before anybody gets all shook put on Saunders’ shoulders, and he and others — for another run at a state tions at [email protected]. GO which is 19th best in the New Jersey didate for post-season honors. up about playing a top-seed — and I basically played even-up with the title, and maybe a county or confer- BLUE DEVILS

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times FURIOUS ACTION IN THE TITLE GAME…Blue Devil Chris Franks, No. 21, and Cougar Adrian Alexis get intense in ANTICIPATING THE IMPACT OF THE BALL…Raider Stephanie Glover, left, and a Mendham striker anticipate the the North Jersey, Group 4, Section 2 game. The No. 6 Cougars won, 1-0. impact of the ball near the Raiders’ goal in the sectional final game. See picture on page 16. CORNNACHIA, CORNWELL, MEEHAN HIT CROSSBAR No. 6 Columbia Nips Soccer Blue Devil Boys, 1-0

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Dave Santoriello and Dan Caprario, saves to his right and a leaping tip to but they scored one, we scored none. Mendham Soccer Girls Blank respectively, – successfully buried his right then he made a quick move That’s the name of the game.” their shots into the net, while senior to smother a shot by Exantus, who Defender Pat Tresnan quickly got goalie Kevin Cutro made the right was wide open on the right side. in the way of another Exantus shot to decision at the right time to smother “There are a lot of great goalkeep- save a goal and Chris Franks success- Raiders for Section Title, 2-0 the third Cougar shot, opening the ers in the state this year and I think fully kicked the ball away from the door for victory. Greg is certainly one of them. Greg goal area to prevent another score. By DAVID B. CORBIN didn’t clear it,” said Raider Head final opportunity, the Raiders, down O’Brien passed every test in the made a couple of great saves and he Nick Breza and Todd Saunders were Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Coach Kevin Ewing. 1-0, stepped up big time in the second first half but received stepped-up ac- (Exantus) put the one in,” said coach in the face of the Cougar attackers all Fourth-seeded Mendham waited The 18-3-3 Raiders, who totaled half and got a golden opportunity to tion in the second half, making six of Kapner. “We played tough defense. afternoon. a year to get another shot at the nine shots on goal, missed taking an cash in after a handball call inside the his saves. Minutes after Exantus Nobody ever scored two goals against “Nick Breza played as much as he North Jersey, Group 3, Section 2 early lead five minutes into the game box with 3:24 remaining resulted in a scored, O’Brien kept his team in the us in a game all year. That’s a tremen- could today with a separated shoul- title and, this time, the Lady Min- when Katie Cornacchia sent a shot penalty kick. Molly Meehan’s shot game with a tipped shot over the dous testament to him and our de- der and did a great job marking. Chris utemen succeeded with a 2-0 vic- that keeper Pierson tipped into the hit the crossbar and Pierson slapped it crossbar. He added a pair of skidding fense. We have only given up 12 goals Franks played with a bad leg. Todd tory over the second-seeded Scotch crossbar, while colliding into the far away. Saunders played as much as he could Plains-Fanwood High School girls post. The ball fell straight to the “That happens! Molly was auto- with a bad leg and they were able to soccer team in Scotch Plains on ground where Pierson covered it. A matic in practice. We went with the mark this exceptionally good offen- November 8. few minutes after the 16-4 Minute- senior and, unfortunately, it didn’t sive team for almost all the game,” Last year, the Raiders won their men scored, Raider Bridget work out,” commented coach Ewing. said coach Kapner. “You can’t say first ever, sectional title with a 1-0 Cornwell’s shot from eight yards away Two minutes later, Minuteman enough about Pat Tresnan, who victory over the same foe, Mendham, also hit the crossbar. Curtis drilled a crossing shot that hit bounced around, ended up being our when Allie Hambleton crossed to From that moment, the Minutemen the left post and bounced over the sweeper at the end of the year and just Colleen LaForge who slid the ball took charge and the Raiders appeared goal. played a superb tactical game. We past Minuteman keeper Melanie to be a bit flat. Minuteman Amelia “We will look to next year. It’s had all these injuries so we played Pierson with four minutes remaining. Appel ripped a shot that Law tipped unfortunate that it was the seniors’ Andy Flood back there and he came In last year’s game, the Raiders to the ground in front of the goal but last game. Bridget Cornwell and through.” were concerned with the power and back Delia McGee successfully Alana Bencivengo have been around With all the persistent pressure, accuracy of throw-in specialist Sarah knocked it away. for four years. They have been our something had to give and it did 20:15 Button and nothing changed because “I don’t know if our kids were flat. leaders this year. We started off slow into the second half when Exantus it was she who made a great throw-in It was more that Mendham took us and they kept the kids on track. Molly, found the rare opening. to the box where teammate Dovlyn out of our game. They are a good Emily (Meehan), Alyssa (Straniero), “Basically, he was wide open. Can’t Curtis skid the ball to Erin Graziano team. We had our opportunities. When Tyler (Del Mauro) and Sam Bremer. save them all but I gave it a good who saw Raider keeper Jackie Law (9 you have opportunities against good I can’t say enough about Sam Bremer. effort,” said O’Brien who added, “Our saves) off-balance and tapped it into teams, you got to make sure you cash She didn’t get a lot of playing time defense has been our strongest part the goal only eight minutes into the in,” said coach Ewing. “We didn’t do but she was very important to the all year. We’ve never let more than game. Minuteman goalie Pierson fin- that. We had one mess up in the begin- team,” said coach Ewing. “I’m proud one goal in a game. That’s what made ished with six saves. ning. We were pushing kids up and of what these kids accomplished this David B. 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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times MAKING KEY OFFENSIVE GAINS…Fullback Ryan Brand, No. 22, had a key 21-yard reception on the Blue Devils’ long WHO WANTS IT?… No. 44, Raider Keith Baker, that’s who! The senior linebacker pounced on 15 Patriots during the game, scoring drive and added an 18-yard run to set up the third score. See Westfield/Plainfield rivalry on page 17. had a key interception and two sacks in the fourth quarter to secure a, 19-13 victory over Colonia in the NJSIAA Sectionals. Weichert Weichert Blue Devils Swat Bees, 21-8, in NJSIAA Football Raiders Stop Colonia, 19-13, in Grid Sectionals CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 and added an 18-yard run to set up the tense pressure on quarterback Matt and took over on the two. In the third down (TD) blast. Chervenyak completed six of 12 two sacks and a blocked field goal. third score. Rosati. Early in the game, outside quarter, the Blue Devils forced the “It’s a team effort and it was team passes for 76 yards. Taylor chewed Tim Green made 11 tackles, forced a “Our offense stepped up. We stuck linebacker Mike Wikander dumped Bees to punt from their end zone, defense. I thought we made some up 54 yards on 13 carries before fumble and recovered a fumble and to our plan. They were supposed to be Rosati for losses and added another resulting on the ball going out of great plays on defense, which opened being sidelined with an ankle injury. Mihansky made eight tackles and a tough defense. They were but we throw for a loss. After the Bees recov- bounds on the 20. Six plays later, up some things. I was a little disap- Andrew Brockel charged 40 yards had an interception. Azard, Aaron came out on top. The passing game ered a fumble on a punt return on the DiIorio hit Sheehan, who dragged a pointed with our offense because on 12 carries. Marcus Green bolted Miller and Shariff Scott delivered opened things up for us. It allowed Westfield 12, the Blue Devil defense defender over the goal line with 6:41 they did not play well for whatever 20 yards on five carries and made seven tackles each and Mike Alleman Ricardo to run more freely and a little held up with a great goal line stand. In on the clock. reason. There were opportunities to two catches for 19 yards. D’Agostaro felled six Patriots and forced a bit for me too,” said Brand. the fourth quarter, linebacker Joe Vall- “Great defensive stand! Then they make a couple of plays and we did hauled in two passes for 34 yards. fumble. Jason Boff (fumble recov- “We knew they were strong against Llobera smoked the Bees with an get a short punt and we punch it in. not make them but a win is a win,” Kyle Mihansky grabbed a 12-yard ery) and Joe Blaes knocked down the run. We knew it was going to be a interception. When the defense plays good, we said Raider Head Coach Steve pass and Baker hauled in an 11- five runners each. grind it out type offense today. But it “That was unbelievable! Everyone were confident. They had very good Ciccotelli who added, “Maybe I get yarder. Colonia scored both TDs in the didn’t matter. We had to establish some- played their best,” said Wikander. “Ev- running backs,” commented coach conservative because we start say- Colonia (6-3) amassed 272 yards. fourth quarter to tighten up the score, thing. We put a good drive together eryone played well. Our whole de- DeSarno. ing, ‘let’s run the clock,’ and some- Quarterback John Morgan completed 19-13, With 8:24 left, the Raider de- then we took advantage of field posi- fense set the tone. It wasn’t just me. Vall-Llobera’s remarkable punting times as a coach you do get a little nine of 13 passes for 113 yards, fense tightened and Baker’s intercep- tion,” said Blue Devil Head Coach Jim We had a lot of people stepping up, throughout the day put the Bees in a too conservative because we had a including a five-yard TD toss to tion and two sacks sealed the victory. DeSarno. “It was windy here too, so it especially Joe V with that intercep- hole but the best came in the third couple of good drives and we just Nathaniel Brown. Later, Morgan “We did great the first half. (In was hard to throw both ways but we tion.” quarter when he booted the ball out at didn’t convert. We have to evaluate hooked up with a short pass to Cory the) second half we thought we had had to stick to the run. We weren’t very The Blue Devils’ first score came the Bayonne six. The defense did the that and I have to evaluate myself Jacik, which resulted in a breakaway the game in the bag, so I think people pleased with what we did last week with 7:16 left in the second quarter rest and the Bees punted to the and make sure we stay on track.” 52-yard TD bolt in the fourth quar- stopped going as hard. Once they (Scotch Plains-Fanwood game). I when Johnson punched in from the Westfield 47 where DiIorio engi- The 7-2 Raiders totaled 118 yards ter. scored those two touchdowns that thought I got a little ahead of myself in two-yard line after the 80-yard march. neered a six-play drive, including on the ground. Quarterback Mike Baker finished with 15 tackles, woke us up. That’s when the whole terms of play calling.” After Bayonne was forced to punt on Brand’s 18-yard run and ending 10 team came together and made it hap- The 7-3 Bees totaled 151 yards on the next series, the punt was fumbled seconds into the fourth quarter with pen,” said Baker. “The last posses- the ground and 37 yards in the air but and recovered by the Bees on the his screen pass to Sheenan, who sion that they had, we blitzed a lot, the Blue Devil defense exercised in- Westfield 12 but the Blue Devils held lunged over the goal. mostly a four-three and that stopped “It was really just a simple screen them most of the game. They just got MEET YOUR WEICHERT, REALTORS® NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIALIST pass and the line was doing a great job lucky that last quarter. I feel much of getting out there to make sure that better now. I wasn’t feeling too good I don’t get hit. 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Westfield 11-0 1962 — Plainfield 27-7 The Gala, which will take place NJAR CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE PLATINUM LEVEL 2002, 2004 & 2005 1908 — Plainfield 12-6 1963 — Westfield 14-12 at Shackamaxon Country Club in Plainfield 5-0 1964 — Plainfield 13-7 1909 — Plainfield 35-6 1965 — Westfield 21-0 Scotch Plains, is a non-partisan 1910 –– Westfield 6-0 1966 — Plainfield 33-12 event, which serves to gather all 1911 — Plainfield 37-6 1967 — Plainfield 12-7 segments of the community for an 1912 –– Westfield 19-7 1968 — Westfield 25-21 evening full of dining, dancing and 1913 — Westfield 20-6 1969 — Westfield 45-0 a silent auction. Proceeds from the Westfield 26-7 1970 — Westfield 49-6 event support the Municipal Alli- 1914 — Plainfield 19-0 1971 — Westfield 12-6 ance Committee and other local 1915 — Plainfield 7-0 1972 — Westfield 27-6 non-profit organizations. The event Westfield 6-0 1973 — Westfield 20-0 will also feature awards for the fol- 1916 — Tie 0-0 1974 — Westfield 31-14 Plainfield 7-3 1975 — Westfield 9-6 lowing: 1917 — Plainfield 39-0 1976 — Westfield 34-0 Female Volunteer of the Year – 1919 — Plainfield 6-0 Westfield 14-0 Mari McDevitt 1921 — Plainfield 28-0 1977 — Westfield 38-0 Male Volunteer of the Year – Wil- 1922 — Plainfield 19-0 1978 — Westfield 6-2 liam Degnan 1923 — Westfield 3-0 1979 — Westfield 3-2 Volunteer Couple of the Year – 1924 — Plainfield 18-0 1980 — Westfield 14-0 Bob and Joanne Gurske 1925 — Plainfield 7-2 1981 — Westfield 28-6 Volunteer Organization of the 1926 — Plainfield 20-0 1982 — Plainfield 21-3 Year – Scotch Plains-Fanwood 1931 — Westfield 21-0 1983 — Plainfield 14-6 1932 — Westfield 13-6 1984 — Plainfield 14-0 Music Recreation 1933 — Tie 0-0 1985 — Tie 0-0 For information about tickets, the 1934 — Westfield 7-6 1986 — Westfield 27-14 Mayor’s Gala, or how to donate a 1935 — Plainfield 7-0 1987 — Westfield 35-6 gift, please call the Scotch Plains 731 HARDING STREET, WESTFIELD 1936 — Tie 0-0 1988 — Westfield 7-6 Recreation Department at (908) 1937 — Tie 0-0 1989 — Westfield 14-7 322-6700 extension no.1221. 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Interested players are asked 1952 — Plainfield 27-14 2002 –– Westfield 14-6 to register for the spring season by 1953 — Plainfield 25-6 2003 –– Plainfield 9-7 e-mailing Jim Morris, the SPFYBA 1954 — Plainfield 6-0 2004 –– Plainfield 40-0 registration director, at 1955 — Plainfield 21-0 2005 –– Plainfield 9-0 1956 — Plainfield 19-6 2006 –– Westfield 17-7 [email protected] or calling him at (908) 322-8387. For more information on the Prep League, contact Rick Sands, W. Monmouth Y Boys Defeat SPFYBA commissioner, at [email protected] or call WF Y B Swim Boys, 105-98 him at (908) 361-4024. The Westfield YMCA boys B swim 922 COOLIDGE STREET, WESTFIELD 9-10: Lucas Fan finished first in the PUBLIC NOTICE team hosted the West Monmouth boys 50-breast and second in the 50-fly. team on November 10, and lost, 105-98. Tomasso Wagner finished first in the SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY This extensively renovated Colonial offers ideal location close to schools in a quiet neighborhood. 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Disko THE ACTION has been instituted for the 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $19.89 Associates during normal business hours. purpose of foreclosing the following tax Bidders will be furnished with a copy of sale certificates: PUBLIC NOTICE the Plans and Specifications by the Engi- 1. A certain tax certificate 4428, re- neer, upon proper notice and payment of corded on 6/26/1996, made by ROBERT UNION COUNTY BOARD a check, cash or certified check for Sev- A. MACK, Collector of Taxes of ELIZA- OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS enty-five ($ 75.00 ) Dollars for each set, BETH, and State of New Jersey to VICKY NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD payable to M. DISKO ASSOCIATES, said & DR. MARTIN MEDVIN and subsequently Date Adopted: 11/8/07 cost being the reproduction price of the assigned to plaintiff, B & C INVESTMENT Public Notice is hereby given that the documents and is not returnable. ENTERPRISES, LLC. This covers real Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Proposal forms (as contained in the estate located in ELIZABETH, County of ers has awarded a contract without com- 1468 EAST BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD Specifications) provide for the awarding of UNION, and State of New Jersey, known petitive bidding as a Professional Service all the work to the lowest qualified bidder as LOT 1269 BLOCK 7 as shown on the pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This Custom built in 2002, this brick Colonial offers 5 bedrooms and 4 baths. It boasts quality craftsmanship under a single contract. Tax Assessment Map and Tax Map dupli- contract and the resolution authorizing it is throughout its 11 rooms. Among the endless upgrades is a gourmet eat-in Kitchen with center island & granite The guaranty accompanying the bid shall cate of ELIZABETH. and concerns pre- available for public inspection in the Office be given in the amount of ten percent mises commonly known as 629631 counters, family room with fireplace, hardwood floors, first floor Bedroom suite and finished basement with of the Clerk of the Board. (10%) of the bid and may be given at the SOUTH PARK STREET, ELIZABETH, Recroom and Office/Exercise Room. Offered for $1,049,000 RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1054 option of the bidder by a Certified Check or New Jersey. amending (Resolution No. 2006-1125) Bid Bond from a reputable insurance com- 2. A certain tax certificate 4855, re- AWARDED TO: Choice Rehab, Inc., pany. corded on 7/24/1997, made by ROBERT Marlton, New Jersey If the bid exceeds $20,000.00, bibbers A. MACK, Collector of Taxes of ELIZA- SERVICES: to continue to provide oc- must be prequalified by the New Jersey BETH, and State of New Jersey to BNY cupational therapy services for the pa- Department of the Treasury, Division of NOMINEE GOVERNMENTAL FIN. and tients/residents of Runnells Specialized Building and Construction, prior to the subsequently assigned to plaintiff, B & C Hospital date bids are received. Any bid submitted INVESTMENT ENTERPRISES LLC. This PERIOD: additional four (4) months under the terms of the New Jersey statues covers real estate located in ELIZABETH, through March 31, 2008 not including a copy of a valid and active County of UNION, and State of New Jer- COSTS: for an additional amount Prequalification/Classification Certificate sey, known as LOT 1269 BLOCK 7 as $333,000 for a total contract amount will be rejected as being nonresponsive to shown on the Tax Assessment Map and $1,234,524. bid requirements. Tax Map duplicate of ELIZABETH and Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk All bidders must be prequalified in ac- concerns premises commonly known as of the Board of Chosen Freeholders cordance with Chapter 105, Laws of 1962, 629631 SOUTH PARK STREET, ELIZA- 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $24.48 as amended by Chapter 188, Laws of BETH, New Jersey. 1968 as set forth in Instructions to Bidders. 3. A certain tax certificate 5319, re- PUBLIC NOTICE Labor in connection with the project shall corded on 4/14/1998, made by ROBERT be paid not less than wages as listed in A. MACK, Collector of Taxes of ELIZA- UNION COUNTY BOARD Prevailing Wage Rate Determination pur- BETH, and State of New Jersey to VICKY OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS suant to Chapter 150 of the New Jersey OR MARTIN MEDVIN and subsequently NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Laws of 1963, or the U. S. Department of assigned to plaintiff, B & C INVESTMENT Date Adopted: 11/8/07 Labor Wage Determinations, whichever ENTERPRISES, LLC. This covers real Public Notice is hereby given that the are higher for each class of labor. estate located in ELIZABETH, County of Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Bidding shall be in conformance with the UNION, and State of New Jersey, known ers has awarded a contract without com- applicable requirements of N.J.S.A. as LOT 1269 BLOCK 7 as shown on the 561 BRADFORD AVENUE, WESTFIELD petitive bidding as a Professional Service 18A:18A-1 et seq., pertaining to the “Pub- Tax Assessment Map and Tax Map dupli- pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This lic School Contracts Law.” cate of ELIZABETH. and concerns pre- This 4 bedroom Colonial on park like property is nestled in the heart of the Gardens. This charmer boasts an contract and the resolution authorizing it is Bidders are required to comply with the mises commonly known as 629631 updated eat-in Kitchen with white cabinetry, living room with wood burning fireplace and classic wooden mantle, available for public inspection in the Office requirements of Affirmative Action Regu- SOUTH PARK STREET, ELIZABETH, parquet floors, finished Recroom, first floor Den with new windows and close proximity to downtown shopping, of the Clerk of the Board. lation P.L. 1975, Chapter 127 (NJAC New Jersey. top ranked schools and NYC transportation. Offered for $699,000 RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1057 17:27). YOU, SIDNEY GRAHAM, HIS HEIRS, amending (Resolution No. 2007-901) Bids may be held by the Board of Educa- DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRE- AWARDED TO: Associate Attending tion for a period not to exceed sixty (60) SENTATIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR OR © 2005 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. /Psychiatrists days from the date of the opening of Bids ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN SERVICES: to provide for additional for the purpose of reviewing the bids and RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST, are made funds for weekend, holiday, and emer- investigating the qualifi-cations of bidders, party defendants to the above foreclosure gency coverage for the patients of the prior to awarding of the Contract. action because you are the owners of a Cornerstone Unit at Runnells Specialized The Board of Education reserves the property which is the subject of the above Coldwell Banker Hospital right to reject any or all bids or to waive entitled action. PERIOD: January 1, 2007-December informality in the bidding if in its judgment DATED: November 7, 2007 31, 2007 the School Board and public interest will Theodore J. Fetter, Clerk RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE COSTS: in an additional amount of be served by so doing. of the Superior Court of New Jersey $5,000 for a new contract amount of By order of the Board of Education, PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. 908.301.2004 - Direct Line $41,100. Westfield, New Jersey. Denville Law Center Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Robert Berman 290 Route 46 West [email protected] Business 908.233.5555 of the Board of Chosen Freeholders Business Administrator Denville, New Jersey 07834 www.KimHaley.com 209 Central Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $24.99 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $74.46 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $94.86 Page 18 Thursday, November 15, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WF Y B Devilfish Boys Beat Hunterdon County Y, 125-87 The Westfield Y boys B swim team 11-12: Tommy Pyle claimed first in defeated the Hunterdon County Y the 50-back and 50-fly. Ryan Thomas boys, 125-87, on November 3. (100-IM) and David Adsit (50-free) 8U: Joseph Chen placed first in the touched first. Connor Moore touched 25-breast and second in the 25-fly. first in the 50-breast and second in the Hunter Casazza finished first in the 50-free. Sean Beattie (100-IM) and 25-free and second in the 25-back. Mark Trinkle (50-breast, 50-fly) took Matthew Harris placed first in the 25- second. Adsit, Thomas, Penn and Pyle back and second in the 25-breast. finished first in the 200-free relay. Brady Siegel finished first in the 25- 13-14: Nicandro Donadio (100- fly, while Jack Edmondson touched breast, 100-back) took first. Tim York second in the 25-free. Jack Cifelli, finished first in the 200-IM and sec- Karen O’Leary for The Westfield Leader and The Times Siegel, Edmondson and Casazza fin- ond in the 100-back. Sean Clark HANGING ONTO THE BALL…Westfield PAL A-Blue’s Jackson O’Leary, No. ished first in the 100-free relay. touched first in the 100-free and sec- 85, hangs on to the ball for the game-winning touchdown where the Blue defeated 9-10: Lucas Fan touched first in the ond in the 100-fly. Matt Trinkle fin- REACHING THE PAL FINALS…The Mountainside/Berkeley Heights PAL the Westfield PAL A-White, 24-18. 100-IM and 50-fly, as did Tomasso ished first in the 100-fly. Donadio, sixth-grade level football team will play in the Super Bowl this Sunday in Perth Wagner in the 50-free and 50-back. Trinkle, Lockatell and Clark touched Amboy. Pictured, left to right, are: Jeff McMahon, RJ Greeley, Nick Fenn, Alex Austin Kreusser finished first in the first in the 200-free relay. Fresolone and Brian Stearns; back row, Tommy Young, Anthony Amatucci, WF PAL A-Blue Tops White 50-breast and second in the 50-free. 15-18: Nick Gilligan (200-IM, 100- Coach Barry Amatucci and Michael Matarredona. See article below left. Evan Moore (100-IM) and Nick breast) and John Taylor (100-free, Cannone (50-breast, 50-back) took 100-fly) took first. Colin Terwelp fin- For SYFL Division Grid Title second. Kreusser, Swanson, Moore ished first in the 100-back and second WF Y A Swim Girls Defeat and Wagner touched first in the 200- in the 200-IM. Andrew Cordeiro fin- Westfield PAL A-Blue defeated 201 yards. Ondi had six carries for 76 free relay. ished second in the 100-fly. Cordeiro, Westfield PAL A-White, 24-18 to rep- yards and Nathan Mitchell went 3- Terwelp, Carson Foley and Taylor Madison Area Y, 109-98 PUBLIC NOTICE finished first in the 200-free relay. resent the American Conference of for-6 in passing with one TD. Stravach The Westfield Y girls A team de- UNION COUNTY BOARD Devin, Caroline Felix and Morano the Suburban Youth Football League led Blue with two receptions for 44 feated the hosting Madison Area Y, won the 200-free relay. (SYFL) in the Super Bowl. The yards. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Mtside/Berkeley Make 109-98, on November 10. 11-12: Becky Zhang won the 50- shootout produced a combined 630 O’Rourke led the White with 23 Date Adopted: 11/8/07 PAL Super Bowl 8U: Shannon Pyle won the 25-fly, free and 50-breast, as did Carly yards of total offense. carries for 124 yards. Dugan had 10 Public Notice is hereby given that the as did Mackenzie Smith in the 25- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Whitmer in the 100-IM and 50-fly. On the fourth play of the game, carries for 66 yards and Dyer went 4- The Mountainside/Berkeley breast. Emily Beattie finished second Caitlin Carroll touched second in the wingback Peter Ondi ran for a 47- for-9 in passing for 43 yards. Gribbin ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as a Professional Service Heights PAL football team – sixth in the 25-back and third in the 25- 100-IM as did Erika Daniel in the 50- yard touchdown (TD). The extra-point had two receptions for 34 yards and pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This Grade Level – defeated Parsippany in breast. Courtney Thomas (25-free) breast. Zhang, Audrey Bangs, attempt failed. White answered with Lanzano had one catch for 21 yards. contract and the resolution authorizing it is the first round of playoffs then trav- and Emily Lockatell (25-fly) touched Courtney Han and Whitmer won the a TD drive. Ryan Elliott’s and Alex Defensive end Giacone and out- available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. eled to Summit and defeated third. Lockatell, Muriel Maloney, 200-free relay. McHugh’s blocking allowed the set side linebacker Pafumi led the Blue. Cranford, 19-13, in overtime in the Beattie and Pyle won the 100-free RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1050 13-14: Allison Rose won the 200- up of a three-yard TD run by fullback Outside linebacker Ondi and semifinals before a packed crowd of relay. IM and took second in the 100-breast. Brendan Dugan. The point after failed. cornerback O’Leary each had an in- AWARDED TO: Center for Acupunc- ture & Holistic Health, Inc/Donna supporters. 9-10: Katherine Duffy won the 50- Summer Thomas won the 100-free In the second quarter, Blue quarter- terception. Outside linebacker Templeton, APN The Highlanders were helped with free and took second in the 50-back- and placed second in the 100-fly. back Nathan Mitchell hit Ondi for a O’Rourke, cornerback Pat Johnson SERVICES: psychiatry, to provide pro- great running from Michael stroke. Elise Morano won the 50- fessional services for patients/residents of Abby Pires won the 100-breast. Meg 57-yard TD pass. The extra-point at- and defensive end Lanzano led the Matarredona and Alex Fresolone. breast and placed second in the 100- Kaveney, Margaux Fleschler, Caitlin tempt failed, making the score 12-6. White defense. Runnells Specialized Hospital COSTS: for a sum not to exceed$10,000. Brian Stearns did a great job receiv- IM. Gwyn Devin touched first in the English and Thomas won the 200- White responded with another long The Blue will face off on Sunday Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk ing and blocking. Tommy Young and 50-fly and second in the 50-free. free relay. drive with strong running by James with the undefeated Summit in the of the Board of Chosen Freeholders Anthony Amatucci opened huge holes Johanna Mermer finished second in 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $20.40 15-18: Suzanne Lemberg won the O’Rourke and Dugan. O’Rourke’s SYFL Super Bowl in Perth Amboy. on offense and held the opponents the 50-breast and third in the 100-IM. 100-free and 100-fly. Becky Krakora three-yard TD run tied the score. Blue PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE back on defense. Nick Fenn, Jeff Julia Meyers finished second in the won the 100-IM and took second in fumbled the snap and turned the ball McMahon and RJ Greeley all made 50-fly. Shannon Pyle, an 8-year-old, the 200-breast. Elaine Anderson won over to White with 1:30 left in the first UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS impressive tackles on defense during finished first in the 50-back. Duffy, the 200-breast. Krakora, Meredith half. White’s quarterback, Patrick OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD the season. Smith, Anderson and Lemberg won Dyer, completed passes to John NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: 11/8/07 PUBLIC NOTICE Date Adopted: 11/8/07 The Super Bowl is set for this Sun- the 200-free relay. Lanzano and Jonnie Gribbin, but time Public Notice is hereby given that the UNION COUNTY BOARD Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- day, November 18, at Perth Amboy ran out before White could score. Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS PUBLIC NOTICE ers has awarded a contract without com- High School Field at 11 a.m. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD In the second half, Blue left tackle ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as a Professional Service petitive bidding as a Professional Service Date Adopted: 11/8/07 UNION COUNTY BOARD Michael Giacone and left guard Rich pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This contract and the resolution authorizing it is O’Connor provided strong blocking contract and the resolution authorizing it is UNION COUNTY BOARD Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD available for public inspection in the Office ers has awarded a contract without com- Date Adopted: 11/8/07 and Tony Pafumi had strong runs to available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS set up a seven-yard TD run by Ondi. of the Clerk of the Board. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD petitive bidding as a Professional Service Public Notice is hereby given that the RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1087 Date Adopted: 11/8/07 pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- The extra point failed. White answered RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1086 amending (Resolution No. 2007-350) Public Notice is hereby given that the contract and the resolution authorizing it is ers has awarded a contract without com- amending (Resolution No. 2007-996) again. Dugan had a 50-yard run and AWARDED TO: Palumbo & Renaud Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- available for public inspection in the Office petitive bidding as a Professional Service AWARDED TO: Garrubbo, Capece & O’Rourke had a five-yard TD run. In Cranford, New Jersey ers has awarded a contract without com- of the Clerk of the Board. pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This Millman, P.C., Westfiel, New Jersey SERVICES: special counsel in the mat- petitive bidding as a Professional Service contract and the resolution authorizing it is Blue’s next possession, wide receiver SERVICES: special counsel in the mat- RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1065 ter entitled Estate of Edward Sinclair v. pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This available for public inspection in the Office Michael Stravach made a spectacular ter entitled Maria Todaro v. UC, et als. amending (Resolution No. 2007-21) UC, et als, contract and the resolution authorizing it is of the Clerk of the Board. COSTS: for an additional sum of $15,000 AWARDED TO: Schwartz, Simon, 25-yard catch. Pafumi added a couple COSTS: for an additional sum of $5,000 available for public inspection in the Office for a new total contract amount not to Edelstein, Celso & Kessler, Morristown, RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1051 strong runs then passed to wide re- for a new total contract amount not to of the Clerk of the Board. exceed$115,000. New Jersey AWARDED TO: Pankaja Achar, M.D., ceiver Jackson O’Leary for the game- exceed$65,000. SERVICES: to provide the County of Edison, New Jersey Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1089 winning TD. of the Board of Chosen Freeholders amending (Resolution No. 2007-753) Union with general law services related to SERVICES: to provide professional ser- of the Board of Chosen Freeholders legal negotiations for future acquisitions vices for patients/residents of Runnells Pafumi finished with 23 carries for 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $21.93 AWARDED TO: Palumbo & Renaud Cranford, New Jersey and related needs under the auspices of Specialized Hospital SERVICES: special counsel in the mat- the Open Space, Recreation and Historic PERIOD: December 31, 2007-Novem- ter entitled Eduardo Tapari v. UC, et als. Preservation Trust Fund ber 30, 2008 COSTS: for an additional sum of $5,000 COSTS: in an additional amount of COSTS: (this is a fee for service agree- for a new total contract amount not to $60,000. For a total contract amount not to ment at no cost to the County.) Close enough...for the moments that count. exceed$30,000. exceed $180,000. Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders • Less than 2 miles from Westfi eld’s shopping and train of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the Board of Chosen Freeholders 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $21.93 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $24.99 to Manhattan 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $21.42 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE • Clubhouse and heated pool PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD • Granite countertops, hardwood fl oors and UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Jenn-Air appliances OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: 11/8/07 • Energy-effi cient Andersen® Windows Date Adopted: 11/8/07 Date Adopted: 11/8/07 Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- • Award-winning, low-maintenance designs Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as a Professional Service Open daily, petitive bidding as a Professional Service petitive bidding as a Professional Service pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This contract and the resolution authorizing it is 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. contract and the resolution authorizing it is contract and the resolution authorizing it is available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. 908-301-9200 available for public inspection in the Office available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. of the Clerk of the Board. RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1055 www.prcnewhomes.com RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1053 RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1093 amending (Resolution No. 2007-143) AWARDED TO: August Salvatore, amending (Resolution No. 2007-636) AWARDED TO: Partners Healthcare, Directions from the GSP: Take exit 135 to Central Avenue in M.D., Clark, New Jersey AWARDED TO: Palumbo & Renaud LLC, Cranford, New Jersey Clark. Turn left at North Avenue and proceed to fi rst right onto SERVICES: to provide professional Cranford, New Jersey SERVICES: to continue to provide phar- Elm. At 2nd light turn left onto Dudley and go to fi rst right onto medical services for patients/residents of SERVICES: special counsel in the mat- maceutical services to the patients/resi- NEW Prospect. Turn left onto Madison and follow to end. Runnells Specialized Hospital ter entitled Rober Travisano v. UC, et dents Runnells Specialized Hospital Directions from the West: Head east on US-22 toward Echo PERIOD: December 1, 2007-Novem- als, PERIOD: March 1, 2007-February 29, Lake. Turn slight right onto Lawrence Ave. Make 1st right onto ber 30, 2008 COSTS: for an additional sum of $10,000 2008 CARNEGIE Barchester Way. Turn right onto Oak Tree Pass. Turn right onto COSTS: for a new total contract amount MODEL Prospect St. Turn left onto Madison Ave. Follow to end. COSTS: (this is a fee for service agree- for a new total contract amount not to ment at no cost to the County.) exceed$20,000. of $1,450,000. For Upcoming Communities, Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Starting at $579,000 visit www.PRCHomesVIP.com of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the Board of Chosen Freeholders 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $21.93 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $21.93 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $22.95 See it all on the web in color . . . COLDWELL BANKER& www.goleader.com E XPERIENCE, TRUST, RELIABILITY S ERVICE OPEN HOUSES THIS SUNDAY November 18th, 1:00- 4:00 PM Country Estates

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WESTFIELD MASTER PLAN” Fanwood. Hrs M-F 3pm-7pm Rain or shine. Remenants, 10 best buys in your specific Call (908) 233-3951 ASSISTANT MANAGER/ SALES Call (908) 889-9500. price range (above $200.000). WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the building & roofing supplies, old Town of Westfield, Union County, New Assistant Management opportu- furniture, chairs, sleds, ladders, Free recorded message EXPERIENCED K-8 TUTOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS Jersey (“the Planning Board”), exists pur- nity at one of the fastest growing hand tools, flood lights, hoses, 1-877-942-5050 ID#1040 or visit suant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40:55D- Westfield school teacher will tutor Health/Fitness franchises in the Professional Massage Therapists common bricks, yamaha electric www.NJBestBuys.com 23; and in your home for extra help or US. Candidates should possess needed for busy clinic. Must carry piano, a working 1936 Kelvinator Courtesy of RE/MAX Allied WHEREAS, the Planning Board adopted enrichment. Expertise in reading, Top Producers’ Team. the current Master Plan of the Town of strong management & sales ex- liability insurance, have & books. Location is rear of 178 Westfield on October 7, 2002, with a sub- math, writing, study skills, perience, excellent people skills, knowledge of Swedish & Deep East Front Street (off parking lot DOG SITTING sequent amendment to the Housing Plan and special ed. programs. must be well organized & capable Tissue massage. Flexible #6 on East Second Street between Element of the Master Plan adopted in Flex. hrs. and ref’s. available. of managing a staff of 20+. Salary schedule, steady clientele, Park & Watchung Avenues) Dog Sitting in my home November of 2004, and a subsequent Contact Mary @ (908) 419-4365 Mature, responsible, dog owner amendment to the Land Use Plan Ele- and commission $28 - $40K. medical plan available. FABULOUS ment of the Master Plan adopted in Octo- of 40 years would like to make ber of 2005, all in accordance with the FOR SALE Fax resumes to (908) 832-2366 Fax resumes to (973) 571-1344 or call Gregg @ (908) 832-7793. or call Helen @ (908) 233-4442 Window Treatments your dog comfortable while you’re substantive and procedural requirements Solid oak, walnut stain, French Interior Designing away. Please call (908) 917-0776 of the New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law (N.J.S. 40:55D-1 et seq); and Country dining rm rect. table See it all on the web in color . . . PUBLIC NOTICE by a Professional Designer PUBLIC NOTICE WHEREAS, in furtherance of the rec- (72"x42"), extends to 102" with Free Consultation ommendations set forth in the amended www.goleader.com NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT TOWN OF WESTFIELD Land Use Element of the Master Plan, the 2 leaves, which pull out from each FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY (732) 726-0241 PLANNING BOARD end. Six side chrs, 2 arm chrs, chr PUBLIC NOTICE THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Town Planner has drafted a proposed PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Westfield ordinance entitled, “An Ordinance Amend- cushions, complete set of table TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS CONTRACTOR: Richard C. Mariani, Planning Board at its meeting on Novem- ing the Land Use Ordinance of the Town of pads. Pristine. $1200 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Esq.; Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak BOROUGH OF FANWOOD ber 8, 2007 memorialized the following Westfield in Order to Amend the Zoning & Stewart; 10 Madison Avenue, (973) 322-7220 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF Board action taken on September 27, 2007 Map Consistent with the Land Use Plan Morristown, New Jersey 07960 DECEMBER 6, 2007 AT 7:30 p.m. in the ORDINANCE 07-24-R and October 1, 2007: Element of the Town of Westfield Master NATURE OF SERVICE: Appointed spe- AND PUBLIC HEARING Plan;” and NEIDE HOUSE CLEANING Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, 07-15 (V) LCI Holdings, Inc., 249/255 cial legal counsel to represent the Town- An ordinance was introduced by the WHEREAS, the Planning Board has Scotch Plains, New Jersey, the Scotch East Broad Street, Block, 2405, ship of Scotch Plains, the Scotch Plains Mayor and Council of the Borough of had opportunity to review and consider the I will clean your house, Plains Zoning Board of Adjustment will Lot 17. The applicant is seeking Police Department and Thomas E. Atkins, Fanwood on November 12, 2007. Copies proposed Ordinance and finds that its adop- apartment or condo. hold a public hearing to consider the fol- approval to amend existing site Municipal Manager in an employment of this ordinance can be obtained without tion will assist in effectuating the Town of lowing appeal: plan at premises known as 249/ Reliable, reasonable rates. matter (Lonergan v. Township of Scotch cost in the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood Westfield Master Plan; and 255 East Broad Street and Lot I do laundry. Good references. John Angeleri, for a Use Variance for Plains, et als.) Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, WHEREAS, the adoption of any land 17, Block 2405 on the Tax Map 1513 Gables Street, Block 101, Lot 10, B- DURATION: Completion of above. Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours development ordinance requires Town 5 years exp. of the Town of Westfield to al- 2 Zone, for the proposed construction of a AMOUNT: Not to exceed $15,000. and of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Council referral of the ordinance to the For each client you give me, low the placement of signs on contractor’s storage facility contrary to the billed at the hourly rate of $225. for Rich- Friday. Planning Board pursuant to N.J.S.A. the front facade and front win- 1 extra job free. following sections of the Zoning Ordinance: ard Mariani, Esq. and $200. per hr. for any An ordinance amending various sec- 40:55D-64, for Master Plan consistency dow of the building with vari- Call me! (973) 583-5570 or Section 23-3.11-Proposed Use not per- other support, and to be applied toward tions of Chapter 184 of the Fanwood Bor- review and for Planning Board recom- ances. Application approved. (973) 878-2181 Neide mitted in the B-2 Zone. fees and costs for those services which ough Code to modify and reorganize the mendations in accordance with N.J.S.A. shall be subject to the approval of the All interested persons may be present Chapter. 07-09(V) Eric and Maria Gerckens, 10 40:55D-26; and Township Attorney and which are not cov- CLEANING SERVICES and be heard. This ordinance is scheduled for public & 12 Mohawk Trail, Block 5115, WHEREAS, the Planning Board had The file pertaining to this application is in ered by insurance. hearing and adoption on December 11, Lots 27 & 28. The applicants opportunity at its public meeting of No- THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT If you don’t have time to clean, the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- 2007 at 7:30 P.M., Fanwood Borough Hall, are seeking a Minor Subdivi- vember 8, 2007 to undertake such review FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OF- I’ll do it for you! ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New sion Approval relative to pre- of the proposed Ordinance, which would Plains and is available for public inspec- FICE OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. Jersey. mises know as 10 and 12 amend the Town of Westfield Zoning Map Good references, reliable. Barbara Riepe tion during regular office hours. Eleanor McGovern Mohawk Trail, Westfield, New with regard to specific Tax Blocks and Lots 6 yrs of exp. Township Clerk Barbara Horev Borough Clerk Jersey (the “Property”), also in order to eliminate instances of split-lot Call me: Roberta Rocha Board Secretary 1 T - 11/15/07, The Times Fee: $25.50 1 T - 11/15/07, The Times Fee: $21.93 known as Lots #27 and #28 in zoning and/or place properties within zon- (973) 380-2093 or (201) 998-8738 1 T - 11/15/07, The Times Fee: $23.46 Block #5115 on the Tax Map of ing districts that are more appropriate in PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE the Town of Westfield to allow a consideration of existing lot sizes and con- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION boundary line adjustment. Both figurations and/or land uses. DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES lots front on Mohawk Trail. It is NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION intended to move the boundary upon motion duly made and seconded, DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 605 TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 line between the two parcels. that the Planning Board of the Town of 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 605 The easterly sideline of Lot #27 Westfield, Union County, New Jersey (“the TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 will move in an easterly direc- Board”) hereby reports to the Town Coun- Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 A.M. on 11/27/07, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified tion 13.82 feet. This will add cil as follows: A.M. on 12/6/07, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A 13.82 feet to Lot #27 and re- 1. The Board has reviewed the pro- under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, duce the street frontage of Lot posed ordinance entitled, “An Ordinance Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey 08625; for: #28 by 1.89 feet so that Lot #27 Amending the Land Use Ordinance of the New Jersey 08625; for: Maintenance Structures Repairs Orphan Bridges, Contract No. 1-2007; frontage will be 79 feet and Lot Town of Westfield in Order to Amend the #28 frontage will be 53.09 feet. Zoning Map Consistent with the Land Use Median Cross Over Protection Contract # 8, Contract No. SWI033164; Various Various Sites, Burlington, Esses, Middlesex and Union Counties; 100% STATE; DP NO: 07425 With the additional space on Plan Element of the Town of Westfield Locations on Route I-287 & I-80 & 24, Townships of Mahwah, Millburn, Montville, Lot #27, the applicants will ex- Master Plan” in accordance with the provi- Parsippany - Troy Hills & Summit, Borough of Franklin Lakes; Bergen, Essex, Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127 N.J.A.C. pand the garage on Lot #27. sions of N.J.S.A. 40:55D-26. Union & Morris Counties, Federal Project No: STP-B00S (139), DP NO: 07154 17:27. Pursuant to P.L. 2005, C. 51 the awarded bidder must provide a completed Application approved. 2. The Board finds that several Land Contractor Certification and Disclosure of Political Contribution Form(s) within Use Plan Element recommendations for Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127 N.J.A.C. 07-16(V) Daniel C. Murray, 924 - 934 fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders must zoning district boundary line changes have 17:27. Prospect Street, Block 306, Lot be registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, been appropriately excluded from the pro- For Federal projects, Bidders must register with both the New Jersey Department of 54.03 & 55.01. Applicant seeks Business Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of posed Ordinance as these are currently Treasury, Division of Revenue pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, AND the “Public Works approval to subdivide above valid business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the being reconsidered in the context of the Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. 91) prior to property according to the minor “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. Planning Board’s general reexamination contract execution. Appropriate proof of these registrations should be provided to subdivision plan of EKA Associ- 91), all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of of the Town of Westfield Master Plan. NJDOT as soon as possible. ates, P.A. dated June 25, 2007 Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. The awarded bidder must provide proof 3. The Board finds that the amend- The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 whereby applicant seeks to an- of PWCR within fourteen (14) days from the award date. ments to the Town of Westfield Zoning U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the nex 5 feet of adjacent owner’s The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 Map that are proposed by the Ordinance Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to land known as 934 Prospect U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the are consistent with and will substantially submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on Street, Westfield, New Jersey. Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to effectuate the Land Use Plan Element of the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. Application approved. Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on the Town of Westfield Master Plan. Bid Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. 07-18(V) P. Camillo & Sons, Inc., 401 4. The Board recommends that the subscribe follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at South Avenue West, Block proposed ordinance entitled, “An Ordi- and plans and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are Bid Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To 3003, Lot 9. Applicant is seek- nance Amending the Land Use Ordinance directly payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be subscribe follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents ing amended Site Plan approval of the Town of Westfield in Order to Amend inspected (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field and plans and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are with variances for signage on the Zoning Map Consistent with the Land Offices at the following locations: directly payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be the front and side elevations of Use Plan Element of the Town of Westfield 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 1 Executive Campus Rt 70W inspected (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field the building and in the front win- Master Plan” be introduced and adopted Mt. Arlington, NJ Freehold, NJ Cherry Hill, NJ Offices at the following locations: dows. Application approved as by the Town Council of the Town of 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 1 Executive Campus Rt 70W amended. Westfield. 3 T - 11/8/07, 11/15/07 and 11/22/07, The Leader Fee: $189.72 Mt. Arlington, NJ Freehold, NJ Cherry Hill, NJ Kenneth B. Marsh Kenneth B. Marsh 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 Planning Board Secretary Planning Board Secretary PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 3 T - 11/1/07, 11/8/07 and 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $205.02 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $59.16 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $91.80 TOWN OF WESTFIELD NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE FOR NON-PAYMENT OF TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS Public notice is hereby given that the undersigned, The Collector of Taxes of the Town of Westfield, Union County, New Jersey, will sell at public auction on the 14th day of www.PruNewJersey.com December, 2007 in the Tax Collector’s office in the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at ten o’clock in the morning, the following described lands: The said lands will be sold to make the amount of Municipal liens chargeable against that same on the 14th day of December, 2007 together with interest and cost of sale, exclusive however, of the lien for taxes for the year 2007. The said lands will be sold in fee to such persons as will purchase the same, subject to redemption at the lowest rate of interest, but in no case in excess of eighteen percent (18%) per annum. Payments for the sale shall be made by cash or certified check before conclusion of the sale or the property will be resold. Any parcel of real property for which there shall be no other purchaser will be struck off and sold to the Municipality in fee for redemption at eighteen percent (18%) per annum and the Municipality shall have the right to bar or foreclose the right of redemption. The sale will be made and conducted in accordance with the provisions of Article 4 of Chapter 5 of Title 54, Revised Statutes of New Jersey, 1937, and amendments thereto. At any time before the sale the undersigned will receive payment of the amount due on the property, with interest and costs incurred up to the time of payments, by certified check or cash. 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 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 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 operator of the site. In the event that the owner of the property is on Active Duty in the Military Service, the Tax Collector should be notified immediately. The said lands so subject to sale, described in accordance with the tax duplicate, including the name of the owner as shown on the last duplicate and the total amount due thereon respectively on the 14th day of December, 2007, exclusive of the lien for the year 2007 are as listed below: Susan Noon Collector of Taxes Westfield, New Jersey Scotch Plains Westfield Location of Block Amount Due Motivated Sellers! Ideally Located in Close Proximity to Town and Train! Property Address Owner & Lot Dec. 14, 2007 Privacy and tranquility on picturesque cul-de-sac! Exquisite Local builder is constructing two lovely Victorian homes, 1. 382 Orenda Circle Primavera Parkview, L.L.C. 401/18 $ 733.82 2. 405 Quantuck Lane Holzer, Eric 403/19 $ 7,078.01 10 room Colonial features 5 bedrooms and two full, two-half each offering 10 rooms including 4 bedrooms and 2.1 3. 848 North Avenue West Menza, John 906/31 $ 2,677.66 4. 440 West Broad Street Centennial Lodge #400 IBOP Elks 2512/27 $ 886.72 baths. Lovely one acre property has inground pool, cabana baths. Amenties: hardi-plank clapboard siding, masonry 5. 444 West Broad Street Centennial Lodge IBPO Elks 2512/28 $ 3,096.79 6. 1144 South Avenue West Mormile Brothers 2606/1 $17,513.05 with kitchen and full baths. fireplaces, quality appliances, walk-up attic and more! 7. 210 Palsted Avenue Lark, Morris G. & Carolyn 2707/40 $ 2,308.83 8. 625 West Broad Street Ecker, Mildred 2819/1.01 $ 6,939.26 9. 240-244 North Avenue W. Jade Westfield Realty, LLC 3116/14 $ 13,536.65 Priced to sell at $999,000 Priced at $1,295,000 10. 401 Elmer Street South Mormile, Anthony & John 3201/5 $ 10,551.75 11. 727 Central Avenue PATEL, Hasmukh S-Patel, Mahendra C. 4001/98 $ 3,902.91 12. 202-220 Cacciola Place BLM Realty Co 4002/1 $ 1,383.22 13. 251 Windsor Avenue Richardson, Gary L. 4004/32 $ 514.88 resale new homes fine homes relocation mortgage title insurance 14. 644 Central Avenue Barbato, Fabio 4101/10 $ 3,231.27 15. 679 Rahway Avenue Eadie, J. Donald 4206/18 $ 3,241.25 16. 58 Westbrook Road Nogan, Joseph & Joanna 4301/19 $ 10,076.37 WESTFIELD OFFICE 908.232.5664 215 North Avenue West Westfield, NJ 07090 17. 1010 Seward Avenue Isbrecht, Richard W. 4604/2 $ 9,841.92 18. 531 Grove Street West Vavquez, Israel 4702/1 $ 6,237.91 MORTGAGE PRE-APPROVED - How much house can you afford? - CALL NOW FOR DETAILS 877.762.6572 19. 154 Summit Court Kania, Joseph & Suzanne 5504/17 $ 6,064.65 HOME CAPITAL NETWORK, Licensed Mortgage Broker - NJ Department of Banking and Insurance 20. 1717 Boulevard Snider, A. Est of c/o Denman 5607/21 $ 8,235.19 c 2007, An independently owned and operated member of Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. is a service mark of The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Equal Housing Opportunity. 4 T - 11/15, 11/22, 11/29 & 12/6/07, The Leader Fee: $412.08 REALTOR® Page 20 Thursday, November 15 , 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Richard Robinson, 84, Was Executive; Served Westfield’s Presbyterian Church – Obituaries – County/Education News Richard R. “Dick” Robinson, 84, earned a degree in mechanical engi- passed away on Sunday, November neering. He was a member of the Hugh R. Covington, 73, Was Champion State Rate Counsel Opposes 4, at his Walpole, N.H. home. Delta Upsilon Fraternity and the na- Dick was born in New Rochelle, tional honorary engineering society, Of Economic Education For Students N.Y. on July 7, 1923, the son of Tau Beta Pi. Deregulation of Cable Rates Clarence and Lillian Robinson. He He served in the United States Navy Hugh R. Covington, a longtime resi- game, which is still being used today by schools in all 50 states. NEWARK — New Jersey Rate New Jersey municipalities. Those graduated from James Monroe High during World War II, and upon his dent of Westfield and recent resident Counsel Director Stefanie Brand has petitions were granted by the FCC, School in the Bronx, N.Y. and then return, taught engineering at Nor- of Scotch Plains, died on Monday, In keeping with his interest in bet- tering the lives of young people, Hugh announced the first of several filings and Rate Counsel has appealed the from New York University, where he wich University in Northfield, Vt. November 5, from complications due opposing recent requests by cable commission’s orders. Dick then began a 35-year career to a heart attack. Born in helped to establish the Westfield Soc- cer Association, where companies to deregulate cable rates “The FCC’s own reports show that Philip Ucciferri, 75 with Foster Wheeler Corporation, Queens, N.Y., he moved in 109 New Jersey towns, including basic cable rates have increased dra- Philip Ucciferri, 75, of Scotch where he held several executive posi- to Westfield in 1966. He he coached during the association’s infancy. Cranford and Garwood. matically over the last 10 years,” said Plains, formerly of Westfield, died on tions before retiring in 1982. was 73. Responding to petitions filed by Ms. Brand. “New Jersey’s rates have Sunday, November 11, at his home. Dick was a 54-year member of The After attending Will- His commitment to youth was evident as Time Warner Cable and Comcast followed this trend. We can’t sit back Mr. Ucciferri had been employed Presbyterian Church in Westfield, iam and Mary College, Cable Communications, the Rate while more and more petitions are as a project engineer at Humphrey’s where he served in numerous capaci- he pursued his interest in well during the 25 years he volunteered to su- Counsel has asked the Federal Com- filed to end any controls on cable & Harding in New York City, where ties. He was an avid runner and an finance and marketing. In munications Commission (FCC) to rates. The FCC needs to look at these he worked for 47 years. After retir- active member of his community gar- 1966, after working six pervise the Westfield chapter of Alateen. deny the companies’ request to de- petitions more carefully to make sure ing, he worked as a consultant in den, as well as the local YMCA. years as an account ex- clare that “effective competition” consumers are protected.” Manhattan. Surviving are his wife of 63 years, ecutive at Doremus & Many lives were changed for the better obviates the need for state regulation. On November 5, the Rate Counsel He served in the United States Army Jean Stewart Robinson of Walpole, Co., Hugh joined Kidder, “They have not demonstrated that filed comments opposing the Time as a paratrooper, 82nd Airborne Divi- N.H., and their children, Jim Robinson Peabody & Co. As a di- under his dedicated guidance. there is sufficient competition to pro- Warner petition, which would deregu- sion, and graduated with a Bachelor of Indianapolis, Ind., Jill Robinson of rector, he won numerous tect customers from unfair rate in- late rates in Englewood, Fairview, of Engineering degree in Civil Engi- Walpole, N.H. and Cathy Robinson awards in advertising and While serving his country in the army, creases,” Ms. Brand said. “Based on Guttenberg, Little Ferry, Moonachie, neering from City College of New of Hinsdale, N.H. Also surviving are marketing. what they have before them, there is Ridgefield Park, Ridgefield and York. his sister, Doris Hubert of Sugar Land, In 1989, Hugh moved Hugh R. Covington Hugh was stationed in Alaska, an experience no justification for the FCC to lift Teterboro. Surviving are his wife of nearly 55 Tex.; his six grandchildren, Kelly his work life from New state regulatory controls and aban- The Rate Counsel, on November 9, years, Carole DeMartino Ucciferri; Spencer, Jeffrey Irish, Kathleen Irish, York City to Westfield, opening that solidified his love of nature and the outdoors. Fishing, skiing, tennis, don consumers to prices dictated by opposed Comcast’s petition, which two sons, Philip Ucciferri of Westfield Chelsea Roth, Patricia Irish and An- Covington & Associates, Inc., an in- the cable companies.” would deregulate rates in Audubon and Thomas Ucciferri of Charleston, drew Irish, and his great-grandson, vestment advisory firm. He welcomed hiking and gardening were always a big part of his life. He traveled exten- Under the Telecommunications Act, Borough, Barrington, Cherry Hill, S.C.; three daughters, Barbara Luke Spencer, in addition to numer- his son, Richard, into the business as subscriber rates of cable television Cranford, East Rutherford, Eatontown, Ucciferri and Lauri Ucciferri, both of ous nieces and nephews. a partner in 1995. sively, with many trips to Chile, Costa Rica, Turkey and other foreign desti- systems are exempt from rate regula- Fair Haven, Freehold, Garwood, Morristown, and Carolyn D’Erasmo A memorial service was held on During his five-decade career, tion if it can be proved that there is Haddon Heights, Haddonfield, of Manhattan; his sisters, Emily Saturday, November 10, at the White Hugh had many professional accom- nations. A memorial service was held for sufficient competition from other pro- Holmdel, Kenilworth, Lawnside, Little Castrilli and Antoinette White, and Church in Grafton, Vt. Burial fol- plishments and affiliations. He was a viders to ensure a competitive market. Silver, Middletown, Monroe, 10 grandchildren. lowed at nearby Houghtonville Cem- founder of the Financial Communi- Hugh R. Covington at the First United Methodist Church in Westfield on If a cable company shows that a suffi- Oceanport, Red Bank, Rumson, Sea A Funeral Mass was offered yes- etery. In lieu of flowers, the family cations Society as well as chairman cient percentage of the local market is Bright, Shrewsbury Borough, Tinton terday, Wednesday, November 14, at requests that donations be made to of the Securities Industry Associa- Sunday, November 11, 2007. Hugh is survived by his daughter, Kimberley; served by a competitor, the FCC can Falls and Wallington. the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic the American Cancer Society in his tion and an active member of The determine that effective competition The Rate Counsel also will file com- Church in Westfield. name. Bond Club. For over 20 years, he his son, Richard; his wife, Diane S. Schaupp; her adult children, Rick and exists and deregulate rates in the local ments on petitions recently filed by Arrangements were by the Dooley Arrangements were by the Fenton published The Bawl Street Journal, area, according to a press release from Cablevision that seek to deregulate Colonial Home, 556 Westfield Av- & Hennessey Funeral Home of Bel- an annual parody of Wall Street and Lissa; his first wife, Stephanie S. Covington, and his much-loved Ms. Brand’s office. rates in Alpine, Clifton, North Haledon, enue in Westfield. lows Falls, Vt. the financial community. In the Time Warner application, Passaic, Riverdale, Totowa, Allendale, November 15, 2007 November 15, 2007 granddaughter, Madeline. Hugh was a dedicated proponent of “The company relied on outdated and Cedar Grove, Elmwood Park, Glen economic education for America’s The family has requested that me- morial donations be made to Planned inconsistent data to argue that com- Rock, Hackensack, Hasbrouck youth. He helped to create The Stock petition from satellite providers was Heights, Ho-Ho-Kus, Little Falls, Lodi, Peter D. Hoff, 66, Post Office Retiree; Market Game. To date, over 10 mil- Parenthood or Habitat for Humanity. November 15, 2007 sufficient to ensure that the market Maywood, Midland Park, Nutley, lion students have participated in the would set a competitive price,” Ms. Oakland, Park Ridge, Ramsey, Marine During Pivotal 1960s Events Brand said. Ridgewood, River Edge, Teaneck, Peter D. Hoff, 66, passed away 1963. Mr. Hoff, who served during The Rate Counsel also challenged Waldwick, Washington, Wayne, peacefully at his home in Springfield the Bay of Pigs Invasion and the Cu- Richard S. Skillman, 76, Bell Retiree; whether Comcast’s reliance on com- Westwood, Wyckoff, Allentown, Do- on Sunday, Veterans Day, November ban Missile Crisis, was stationed at petition from Verizon FIOS service ver, Stanhope, Victory Gardens, 11, 2007. Camp Lejeune and Rota, Spain. He Active In Jaycees and Softball League was enough to justify the claim that its Boonton, Denville, East Hanover, Mr. Hoff was born in Abington, Pa. was a recipient of the Rifle Expert rates should be deregulated. Ms. Brand Florham Park, Hanover, Jefferson, and raised in Westfield. He later lived Richard S. Skillman, 76, of Scotch He served in the United States Army argued that FIOS does not yet offer Mine Hill, Montville, Morris, Morris Badge. from 1952 until 1955 and graduated in Watchung and returned to Westfield Mr. Hoff retired from the Westfield Plains died on Tuesday, November 6, certain public, educational and gov- Plains, Morristown, Mount Olive, before moving to Springfield 18 years at Overlook Hospital in Summit. from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, ernment channels and that Comcast Mountain Lakes, Parsippany Troy Post Office in 2000 after many years Pa., where he received a Bachelor of ago. of service. Born in South Orange, he grew up failed to prove that FIOS competes in Hills, Randolph, Rockaway Borough, He proudly served his country as a in Maplewood and had resided in Science degree in Civil Engineering. each affected municipality. Rockaway Township, Roxbury, He was not only an avid fisherman Mr. Skillman had been an informa- United States Marine from 1959 until and gardener but also a passionate fan Kenilworth before moving to Scotch Ms. Brand said more companies Wharton, Newark, North Bergen, West Plains 24 years ago. tion systems specialist with Bell At- are filing more frequent requests for New York, Hoboken, Bayonne, of the New York Yankees and New lantic in Madison for 33 years, retir- York Giants. Annette Boyce, 72 exemption from state regulation. This Hillsdale, Paramus, Bergenfield, ing in 1991. He was a member of the year, nine petitions covering 77 New Demarest, Dumont, Emerson, Fair Surviving are his wife, Cordelia Annette Venezia Boyce, 72, of Kenilworth Jaycees and served as the Hoff; his daughter, Leslie, and her Jersey municipalities have been filed Lawn, Harrington Park, Howarth, New Carteret died on Saturday, Novem- state chairman of the Jaycees from by Cablevision, one, covering eight Milford, Northvale, Norwood, Oradell, husband, Rich Rifenburg of Freehold; ber 10, at home. 1966 to 1967. his sons, Eric Hoff and his wife, municipalities, was filed by Time Farmingdale, Asbury Park, Belmar, A native of Westfield, she moved Mr. Skillman was an avid bowler, Warner and five petitions covering 24 Bradley Beach, Lake Como, Neptune Marianne, of Warren and Roy E. Hoff to Carteret 18 years ago. golfer and a 23-year fan of the of Springfield; his sister, Joy H. municipalities were filed by Comcast. and Spring Lake Heights. Mrs. Boyce had worked at the Fanwood Old Men’s Softball League. Previously, Cablevision filed several For further details about the Rate Sargent of Columbus, Ohio, and his Westfield Deli with her son, Keith, Surviving are his wife, Phyllis two brothers and sisters-in-law, the deregulation petitions covering fran- Counsel’s filed comments, go to and retired from Kindercare in Moore Skillman; his daughters, chises that served consumers in 49 state.nj.us/publicadvocate/utility. Reverend David and Margaret Hoff Clark. Sharon Skillman, Cathy Maio and of Henderson, Nev. and Paul and Her husband, John Boyce, prede- Debra Anello; his brother, Harry Debbie Hoff of Frenchtown. He also ceased her in 2000. Skillman; six grandchildren and one will be deeply missed by his grand- Surviving are two sons, Keith great-grandchild. sons, Ryan, Sean and Neil Rifenburg Boyce and Richard Gergich; her A memorial service was held on and Eric Hoff, Jr., and his two nieces, sister, Rosie Venezia, and two grand- Friday, November 9, at the Memorial Jan Smith of Dublin, Ohio and Mel- children. Funeral Home, 155 South Avenue in issa Hoff of Frenchtown. Visitation will take place from 7 Fanwood. Interment was private. Visitation will take place from 2 to to 9 p.m. today, Thursday, Novem- Memorial donations may be made 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today, Thursday, ber 15, at the Dooley Funeral Home, to the American Heart Association, 1 November 15, at the Gray Funeral 218 North Avenue, West, in Union Street, Suite 301, Robbinsville, Home, 318 East Broad Street in Cranford. N.J. 08691. Westfield. Funeral services will be November 15, 2007 November 15, 2007 private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Springfield Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 247, Springfield, N.J. 07081. November 15, 2007 Hillside Cemetery Regarded as one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the East MAKING A DIFFERENCE…A ninth-grader at Lower Academy in Elizabeth takes a break from planting spirulina plugs, a type of grass indigenous to the area, Scotch Plains along the banks of the Elizabeth River. 908.756.1729 Academy Students Help www.hillsidecemetery.com With Riverbank Restoration It is far easier for your family if you plan ahead ELIZABETH – Seventy students and requirement for community service. their adult supervisors from the Lower “The students were very aware of OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD…At the November 8 Saint Bartholomew Academy High School joined with the our need to respond to environmental Academy (SBA) Cub Scout Pack 103 meeting, the scouts assembled more than 50 environmental specialist team of the change,” said Ms. Jankowski, an En- shoeboxes for Samaritan’s Purse, Operation Christmas Child. Operation Christ- Division of Parks of Union County for glish teacher from the Lower Acad- mas Child provides millions of shoeboxes filled with toys and other goodies to a tree-planting along the Elizabeth River emy based on Grove Street, “and it children in Third-World countries. This week, the SBA Cub Scouts also will participate in Scouting for Food and will collect canned goods and other items to in Union County’s Mattano Park on made perfect sense to reach out to be distributed at Thanksgiving to local families in need. November 3. Groundwork Elizabeth to help us.” The program was coordinated by On May 11, Dave Wiener, the Green Groundwork Elizabeth, as participants Team instructor from Elizabeth High fought fierce winds and rain in the School, joined Sean Ryan, landscape Saturday morning planting along the architect from Union County, and Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. river. Jonathan Phillips, executive director The planting resulted from the for Groundwork Elizabeth, in a kick- award of a National Association of off assembly at the Lower Academy. Caring & Courteous Service to the Counties (NACo) grant. Groundwork This summer, the U.S. Division of Elizabeth, Inc., the recipient of the Fish and Wildlife sprayed ecologi- Cranford / Westfield Area Since 1913 2006 Five Star Restoration Challenge cally sound weed killers to help pre- Grant, received $10,200 of matching pare the landscape for the autumn funds in order to remove invasive planting to come. Westfield species along the riverbank and re- At the latest planting, under the guid- 556 Westfield Avenue place them with indigenous plants ance of Betty Ann Kelly and Linda Begun in 1876 by William Gray and later Incorporated in 233-0255 which would begin to attract native Brazaitas of the Union County Divi- 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. wildlife back to the river. sion of Parks and Recreation, over John L. Dooley Education regarding the environ- 2,700 native plants of all sizes were ment was another goal of the pro- reintroduced back into Mattano Park Today, known by many simply as Gray’s, we continue to Manager gram. The Five Star Partnership in- by the group. Some students donned provide the personal service that began with Mr. Gray, NJ License # 4100 cludes the National Fish and Wildlife hip boots as they planted grasses in whether it be for burial or cremation. Foundation, the Wildlife Habitat extremely muddy conditions. Council, U.S. Environmental Protec- The seed money provided by the Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home tion Agency’s (USEPA) Office of NACo grant will help continue work Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds and within the park for riverbank restora- 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. corporate sponsor Southern Company tion. The next step for the restoration Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 Cranford in support of 10 projects across the program is to get bird and bat boxes to William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. 218 North Avenue country to help implement locally- help attract native species back into driven wetland and watershed resto- the park. NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 276-0255 ration projects. For more information on future plant- 908-233-0143 908-276-0092 The November 3 event was an ele- ing and environmental events at Mattano Charles V. Dooley ment of a multi-part program begun Park, contact either Debra Judd of the Charles J. Tombs Manager in spring 2007. At that time ninth- Union County Division of Parks and NJ Lic. Number 4006 NJ License # 3703 grade teacher Mary Jankowski and Recreation at (908) 527-4900, or Mr. Director school administrator Nancy Cirasa Phillips of Groundwork Elizabeth at had approached Groundwork Eliza- (908) 289-0262, or at groundwork- www.grayfuneralhomes.com beth with a plan to fulfill a school [email protected]. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 15, 2007 Page 21 There is no Holiday named ‘Holiday,’ Scotch Plains May be Better Named Happy Thanksgiving One and All More Letters to the Editor ‘Tax Plains’ Due to Recent Bond Debt I celebrate Christmas. Perhaps you you are Christian, I will say “Merry During this past spring, I was shocked voting. The school fields bond was taken do, too, or you celebrate a holiday in Christmas,” but I won’t greet you with Those Pushing 130-ft. Cell Tower Have and dismayed by the $2-million bond in April, when there is a very low turnout December other than Christmas. None “happy holidays” or “have a good holi- placed on the ballot for the Scotch Plains- and most of that are people with children. of us celebrate “holiday.” There is no day.” Please greet me by naming Christ- Fanwood School Board Field. I could not This bond could have been put up for vote such thing as a holiday named “holi- mas, too. If you are Jewish, I will wish ‘Utter Disregard’ for Residents in Area understand, with all the increase in taxes in the general election. day,” despite how Gap, Starbucks and you Happy Hanukkah. If you celebrate that we are looking at, how such a small When one looks at the bond voting this many other retailers may advertise. Yet another holiday, let me know, so I can Verizon Wireless, Omnipoint, AT&T of others around us to also enjoy the but vocal number of residents could force past November 6, it is obvious that the we find ourselves greeting each other in give you a meaningful greeting. Until and Sprint have applied to the Cranford quality of life a residential neighborhood their neighbors into paying more taxes for state taxpayers have had it with debt and December with “happy holidays” with- December, Happy Thanksgiving to Zoning Board of Adjustment for seven provides. their personnel enjoyment. spending. Keep in mind that The Star- out acknowledging the holiday that is Westfielders one and all. separate variances to permit the erection For one party to be exempt from these Now history has repeated itself. The Ledger on November 4 reported that our being celebrated. In speaking generi- of a 130-foot cell-phone tower on the rules and in so doing, negatively impact Scotch Plains Township Council approved property values actually declined by 3.4 Teresa Moore Cranford Swim Club property at 201 all others in the neighborhood, shows an cally, we sound as though we do not care Westfield another bond for an additional approxi- percent. about what holiday the greeted person is County Park Drive in Cranford. The tower utter disregard for the rights of everyone mate $2 million for the South Side field, Finally, it is ironic that our town ap- celebrating. We now refer to the month PUBLIC NOTICE would be located in the middle of a resi- living around them. It’s rude, disrespect- with the promise of even another bond for pears to have some kinship to the Scot- of December, plus as much of October dential neighborhood and be adjacent to ful, and just plain wrong. Brookside Field in the near future. tish, who are known as being very frugal and November as retailers can manipu- BOROUGH OF FANWOOD the walking trail that extends through I am perplexed that the members of the VEHICLE AUCTION In the spring, a number of writers with money – something our town is not. late us into accepting, as “holiday” time, Lenape Park. Cranford Swim Club, many of whom mentioned such things as home values With all do respect, it would be more as “the holiday season.” I yearn to hear The Borough of Fanwood will conduct As a resident of the neighborhood sur- presumably live in the affected neighbor- and the safety of the existing fields as appropriate to rename our town Tax the names of the actual holidays that an auction on Saturday, November 17, rounding the swim club and as a frequent hood, would find it acceptable that its justification for the field improvements. Plains. It certainly would be more accu- people celebrate at this time of year. If 2007, Public Works Garage, Manfra Way, user of Lenape Park, I am strongly op- management would offer up its property Fanwood, New Jersey. Auction hours to How many of you now can say that our rate. posed to a cell-phone tower on this loca- as a site for a cell-phone tower. It is sadly homes are worth what they once were? PUBLIC NOTICE begin at 10 A.M. to Noon (Preview at 9 tion because of the unknown potential ironic that a swim club which owes its Albert Muller A.M.). Items for sale include but are not Where is the benefit of the fields? In Scotch Plains UNION COUNTY BOARD limited to the following: health consequences from prolonged ex- many years of existence to having been addition, what happened to the safety OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS posure to tower emissions, the resultant able to locate in a scenic, residential loca- 2003 Ford Crown Victoria issue? The fields are open, the work not PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD reduction in property values in the sur- tion with ample access to member-fami- Police Vehicle, 4 Door, Car #140 completed and they are not roped off. Date Adopted: 11/8/07 lies, would now turn on the same commu- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Serial #2FAFP71W33X113132 rounding area and the ever-present eye- Should there have been a safety concern, Public Notice is hereby given that the Odometer reads 106,311 sore that a cell-phone tower extending 50 nity that treated it so well and compro- NOTICE IS hereby given that at a meet- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- the Board of Education would be negli- feet above the tallest surrounding trees mise that residential atmosphere. ing of the Township Council of the Town- ers has awarded a contract without com- The police vehicles can be inspected gent to keep the unimproved fields open would constitute to all those living in the I hope that all residents of Cranford ship of Scotch Plains, held on Wednes- petitive bidding as a Professional Service at the Police Department Parking lot, 75 for use. day, November 7, 2007 the following pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New neighborhood and enjoying Lenape Park. and Westfield share my concern and will Passing of this bond turns a blind eye to ordinance entitled: contract and the resolution authorizing it is Jersey on Friday, November 16, 2007, Locating a commercial structure and support my neighbors and me in our the coming tax increases, including the available for public inspection in the Office 9AM – 3 PM. conducting a commercial activity in a opposition to the erection of this tower. I state public retiree health plan of $69 AN ORDINANCE SUPPLE- of the Clerk of the Board. residential neighborhood is grossly un- urge all residents to contact their elected MENTING AND AMENDING Bicycles, office furniture and equipment billion, $33.7 billion in long-term state CHAPTER VII TRAFFIC OF RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1088 (Copier, adding machines, printer, phone fair to everyone else who lives in that officials and to attend the December 10 debt, $25 billion for state pensions, $14 THE REVISED GENERAL amending (Resolution No. 2007-638) equipment) assorted found property. neighborhood. In purposely choosing to meeting of the Cranford Zoning Board of billion for bridge repair, the Open Space ORDINANCES OF THE AWARDED TO: Edward Kologi, Esq., live in a residential area near a county Adjustment at 8:15 p.m. to be held at the Payment is to be made in cash or certi- Bond, drastic increases due from the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Linden, New Jersey park, my neighbors and I have demon- Cranford Municipal Building. fied check. Rahway Valley Sewage Authority, school PLAINS 1978 WITH REGARD SERVICES: special counsel in the mat- strated our desire and commitment to Finally, I respectfully ask that the mem- board salary increases, sub-prime mort- TO TRAFFIC CONTROL SIG- ter entitled Robert Travisano v. UC, et The right is reserved by the Mayor and share the rights and responsibilities of bers of the Cranford Swim Club please gage disaster, foreclosures, rising energy NAL INSTALLATION als. Council to reject any or all bids and waive maintaining that residential community. contact their board management and make COSTS: for an additional sum of $10,000 any informalities if deemed to be in the costs, Port Authority toll increases and was adopted on second and final read- Our willingness to comply with residen- it clear that they do not support the erec- the $3-billion state budget shortfall. for a new total contract amount not to interest of the Borough to do so. tion of a cell tower on their club property. ing. exceed$20,000. Eleanor McGovern tial restrictions and refrain from conduct- Is there any doubt that us taxpayers will TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Borough Clerk ing commercial activities in our back Mark O’Neil wind up footing these bills? Barbara Riepe of the Board of Chosen Freeholders 1 T - 11/1/07, 11/8/07 yards evidences our respect for the rights Westfield The public was manipulated in the bond Township Clerk 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $21.93 & 11/15/07, The Times Fee: $29.07 1 T - 11/15/07, The Times Fee: $19.89 Page 22 Thursday, November 15, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION UCC Offers Trip to Chile, Argentina Former WF Resident CRANFORD – From January 7 to The trip cost includes all transfers, 16, 2008, Union County College will four-star hotel stays, multiple meals travel to Chile and Argentina, visiting (some lunches and some dinners), Directs Watchung Players Santiago, Bariloche and Puerto Montt. breakfast each day at the hotels and WESTFIELD – The Watchung tember. The cast has been rehearsing In addition, there is the option to escorted daily excursions. Valley Players, an adult community- the upcoming show three nights a take a three-credit course, Spanish For more information on the trip, theater group that performed musi- week. The age range is 5 ½ to 16, with 116, for an additional fee. The trip, contact Professor Adrienne Hawley at cals, dramas and the Historic Pageant students mainly from Watchung. which costs $2,895 per person for a (908) 497-4223 or [email protected] “Princess Wetumpka” from the 1930s Their first production will be double room, will leave from John F. and Professor Josefina Mark at (908) to the 1980s, has been reborn in the Seussical Jr., an idea conceived by Kennedy Airport in New York City on 791-4943 or [email protected]. new Jr. Watchung Valley Players. Lynn Ahren, Stephen Flaherty and January 7 and arrive in Santiago de For more information on Union Director Laurie Wood, a former Eric Idle, while based on a variety of Chile the next day. County College, visit ucc.edu. Westfield teacher and resident, gradu- Dr. Seuss Books such as “Horton ated from Westfield High School and Hears a Who,” “Horton Hatches an PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE performed in musicals with The N.J. Egg,” “McElligot’s Pool,” “Oh, The UNION COUNTY BOARD BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Workshop for the Arts, created by Things You Can Think” and more. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF Ted Schlosberg. She also directed Seussical Jr. performances will be NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD ORDINANCE 07-23-R musicals while teaching at Tamaques held at Green Brook Middle School Date Adopted: 11/8/07 AND PUBLIC HEARING WHICH WAY TO THE BEACH?…McKinley Elementary School held its annual Public Notice is hereby given that the An ordinance was introduced by the School in Westfield. on November 29 and 30 at 7:30 p.m. Halloween parade. Teachers and students dressed to impress in their scary and Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Mayor and Council of the Borough of The ensemble is presently made up and December 1 at 3 p.m. Tickets cost funny best. After the parade festivities, the students continued the celebration ers has awarded a contract without com- Fanwood on November 12, 2007. Copies of 55 children from Watchung, Green $8 and can be ordered online at back in their classrooms. Above, The Flying McKinley Brothers and their trusty petitive bidding as a Professional Service of this ordinance can be obtained without pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This Brook and New Providence. Audi- [email protected] or by phone at sidekick, “el Kermito,” strike a pose while showing off their muscles, and then cost in the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood some, to the students and teachers. contract and the resolution authorizing it is Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, tions were hosted in Valley View (908) 232-7559. Seating is limited, available for public inspection in the Office Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours School, located in Watchung, in Sep- so order early. of the Clerk of the Board. of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through WF’s Mrs. NJ RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1052 Friday. AWARDED TO: Satya Gandotra, M.D., An ordinance amending Section 280-66 Appears on CW 11 Plainfield, New Jersey of the Fanwood Borough Code concern- WESTFIELD – Westfield’s SERVICES: to provide professional ing traffic control signals on Martine Av- medical services for patients/residents of enue. Sherryl Pascal, Mrs. New Jersey Runnells Specialized Hospital This ordinance is scheduled for public American Beauty 2008, will make PERIOD: December 1, 2007-Novem- hearing and adoption on December 11, appearances on the CW 11 show, ber 30, 2008 2007 at 7:30 P.M., Fanwood Borough Hall, “Gossip Girl.” COSTS: (this is a fee for service agree- 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New ment at no cost to the County.) Jersey. Mrs. Pascal received a call for Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Eleanor McGovern the part after casting for the movie, of the Board of Chosen Freeholders Borough Clerk Sex and the City, which opens in 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $21.93 1 T- 11/15/07, The Times Fee: $21.93 theatres May 2008. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE The CW 11 series airs on Wednes- day nights at 9 p.m. UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Those interested in watching ORDINANCE NO. 659-2007 INTRO: 10/25/2007 should look for Mrs. New Jersey in FINAL ADOPTION: 11/8/2007 the “Catilian Ball” episode. was introduced and passed on first reading by the Board of Chosen Freeholders at a REGULAR MEETING on October 25th, 2007 and said Ordinance has been published PUBLIC NOTICE with Notice of Introduction thereof and of the time and place fixed for its further TOWN OF WESTFIELD consideration and the Board has duly held a hearing thereof and has given all persons THINK PINK…Roosevelt Intermediate School (RIS) will present William Gleason’s RETRACTION interested an opportunity to be heard. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the The Pink Panther Strikes Again tomorrow and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Above, from left OF INVITATION TO RE-BID Sherryl Pascal Board of Chosen Freeholders that said Ordinance be and the same hereby is finally to right, are Malcolm Spurlock, Luke Gibbons and Stephanie Tepper All perfor- passed and adopted, and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ordinance published The Town of Westfield retracts its public mances will be held at RIS on Clark Street in Westfield. Tickets are $5 in advance or notice of an Invitation to Bid for the Rental Les Marmitons Sets herewith has been finally adopted on November 8th 2007, and the 20 day period of $7 at the door. For more information, contact RIS at (908) 789-4560. limitations within which a suit, action or proceeding questioning the validity of such of Equipment used in the Collection of Leaves from the streets, walkways, and November Dinner Event Ordinance can be commenced has begun to run from the date of first publication of this PUBLIC NOTICE statement. PUBLIC NOTICE parking lots in the Town of Westfield as advertised in the 11/1/07 edition. Any ques- CRANFORD – Les Marmitons of Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders BOROUGH OF FANWOOD TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS NOTICE OF tions may be directed to the Town Clerk at Cranford, drawing members from AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 654-2007 “AN ORDI- PENDING BOND ORDINANCE NOTICE IS hereby given that the Scotch (908) 789-4033. across Union County and beyond, will NANCE ESTABLISHING LAND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THE ORDINANCE 07-22-S Plains Municipal Manager or Chief Finan- Claire J. Gray COUNTY OF UNION” hold its November Dinner Event at The bond ordinance, the summary terms cial Officer has scheduled a public input/ Town Clerk The Kenilworth Veterans of Foreign WHEREAS, in accordance with the County Planning Enabling Act (N.J.S.A. 40:27 et of which are included herein, was intro- public comment session regarding the 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $13.26 seq.), the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Union did adopt on September duced and passed upon first reading at a 2008 municipal budget on November 26, War on 21st Street in Kenilworth at 23, 1999, by Ordinance No. 506-99, the “Land Development Standards of the County of meeting of the governing body of the Bor- 2007 between 10:00 a.m. and 12 noon at PUBLIC NOTICE 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 27. Union” providing for the review of subdivisions and site plans for land development in the ough of Fanwood, in the County of Union, Township Hall, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Chef Wes of Café Monet, located at Plains. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD County of Union by the County Planning Board; and State of New Jersey, on November 12, PLANNING BOARD 309 Millburn Avenue in Millburn, WHEREAS, said Ordinance established requirements for drainage runoff; and 2007. It will be further considered for final The public is invited to provide any com- WHEREAS, the Union County Planning Board has determined that modifications to passage, after public hearing thereon, at a ments or input concerning the 2008 bud- Please take notice that on November will guide members and guests this section are necessary in order to ensure the integrity of existing storm water detention meeting of the governing body to be held get at that time. 28, 2007 at 7:30 pm at the Fanwood Bor- through the preparation of a multi- facilities; and at the Forest Road Recreation Building, Thomas E. Atkins ough Hall, located at 75 North Martine course, French-influenced meal WHEREAS, the Union County Planning Board, by resolution of April 11, 2007, has Forest Road, in the Borough of Fanwood, Municipal Manager Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, the Plan- paired with wines. The event is open approved modifications to the “Land Development Standards of the County of Union”; on December 19, 2007 at 7:30 o’clock PM. 1 T - 11/15/07, The Times Fee: $14.28 ning Board will hold a hearing on the and During the week prior to and up to and application of the undersigned. The prop- to members and guests only. WHEREAS, pursuant to Ordinance 654-2007, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the including the date of such meeting copies PUBLIC NOTICE erty in question is located 254 & 256 South Les Marmitons is an international County of Union amended the Development Standards; and of the full ordinance will be available at no Avenue, Fanwood, also known as Block culinary and social club of gentlemen UNION COUNTY BOARD 64 Lots 7 & 8, as shown on the Fanwood WHEREAS, further amendments to the Development Standards are required in cost and during regular business hours, at OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS who share a common interest in prepa- accordance with the Union County Planning Board Resolution adopted on April 11, 2007 the Clerk’s office for the members of the Tax Map. The property in question is owned NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD by Charles & Margaret Cobb (Lot 7) and ration, understanding and enjoyment as follows: general public who shall request the same. Date Adopted: 11/8/07 The summary of the terms of such bond Marilyn Friedricks (Lot 8). The applicant is of fine food, wine and culinary arts. Note: All text that is underlined is inserted/new language. Public Notice is hereby given that the ordinance follows: requesting Preliminary & Final Major Site For more information on Les All text that is struck through is deleted language. Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Plan and Bulk Variance Approvals (Re- Title: Refunding Bond Ordinance Pro- ers has awarded a contract without com- Marmitons, see lesmarmitons.org or 601. Drainage Runoff Requirements viding For Funding Of An Emergency Ap- development plan for Downtown Fanwood, petitive bidding as a Professional Service Block 64 (Retail - Residential Re-develop- e-mail Bob Rial, president, at No development requiring submission pursuant to Section 301 or Section 302 shall be propriation In And By The Borough Of pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). This developed approved if so that the rate of the storm water runoff is not increased over Fanwood, In The County Of Union, New ment District): building coverage - 75% [email protected]. contract and the resolution authorizing it is maximum, 87% proposed) and such other existing conditions. Furthermore, no site shall be developed so that any previously Jersey, Appropriating $325,000 Therefor available for public inspection in the Office existing storm water detention facility will be reduced in size or capacity. And Authorizing The Issuance Of $325,000 variances and/or waivers that may be re- PUBLIC NOTICE of the Clerk of the Board. quired upon an analysis of the plans and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the Bonds Or Notes Of The Borough For Fi- BOROUGH OF FANWOOD County of Union that: nancing The Cost Thereof. RESOLUTION NO: 2007-1070 testimony at the public hearing. The Appli- A. Ordinance No. 506-99 is hereby further amended by adding the language approved Purpose(s): Funding a Settlement with AWARDED TO: Harbor Associates, cant is proposing to demolish the existing Notice is hereby given that ORDINANCE by the Union County Planning Board in its resolution of April 11, 2007 as set forth above. the Plainfield Municipal Utilities Authority. Cranford, New Jersey structure on the property and erect a new, NO. 07-20-R B. That the Clerk of the Board is hereby authorized to publish a notice in the appropriate Appropriation: $325,000 SERVICES: for Land Use Planning Con- 3-story, mixed-use building consisting of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING newspaper of such introduction and of a public hearing on and shall forward one certified Bonds/Notes Authorized: $325,000 sulting services to the Division of Planning approximately 9,790 square feet of retail SECTIONS 34-9, 34-11 AND copy, upon final passage, to each Clerk of all municipalities located within the County of Grants (if any) Appropriated: None and Community Development space and 2nd and 3rd floors consisting of 34-12 OF THE FANWOOD Union. Section 20 Costs: $10,000 PERIOD: November 1, 2007-Decem- 8, two-bedroom residential units per floor BOROUGH CODE TO IN- C. That the Clerk shall give notice of the Public Hearing and a copy of this Ordinance Useful Life: N/A ber 31, 2008 for a total of 16 units. CREASE ANNUAL CONTRI- by certified mail or delivery to the Municipal Clerk and Secretary of the Municipal Planning This Notice is published pursuant to COSTS: in an amount not to exceed The file pertaining to this application is BUTIONS TO EACH ELI- Board in each Municipality in the County of Union at least 10 days prior to the date set N.J.S.A. 40A:2-17. $79,800 available for public inspection during nor- GIBLE, ACTIVE VOLUNTEER for public hearing. Eleanor McGovern Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk mal business hours (8 AM - 4 PM, Monday MEMBER OF THE FANWOOD D. That this Ordinance shall take effect at the time and in the manner provided by law. Borough Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders through Friday) from the Secretary of the RESCUE SQUAD AND 1 T- 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $97.92 1 T - 11/15/07, The Times Fee: $36.72 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $21.93 Planning Board at the Administration Of- FANWOOD FIRE DEPART- fice of the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North MENT PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. was passed and adopted on the second Any interested party may appear at said and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor 2015 8,000,000 4.50 UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS hearing and participate therein in accor- and Council of the Borough of Fanwood 2016 8,000,000 5.00 ORDINANCE 661-2007 dance with the Rules of the Fanwood held on November 12, 2007. 2017 8,930,000 5.00 FIRST READING: 11/8/2007 Planning Board. This Ordinance shall take effect imme- 2018 8,998,000 5.00 STEPHEN F. HEHL, ESQ. diately after final passage and publication NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following proposed bond ordinance was The 1999 Bonds are subject to optional redemption on or after March 1, 2012 at a HEHL & HEHL, PC as required by law. introduced and passed on first reading at a meeting of the Board of Chosen Freeholders redemption price of 100%. Attorney for the Applicant, Eleanor McGovern of the County of Union, State of New Jersey, held on the 8th day of November, 2007, and The Board of Chosen Freeholders may determine by subsequent resolution not to Fanwood Village Investors, LLC Borough Clerk that said ordinance will be taken up for further consideration for final passage at the refund a portion of the Outstanding Bonds. 1 T - 11/15/07, The Times Fee: $38.76 1 T - 11/15/07, The Times Fee: $21.42 meeting of said Board of Chosen Freeholders to be held at its meeting room in the County Section 2. The Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County has ascertained and Administration Building, Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on the 13th day of hereby determines that the Outstanding Bonds set forth in Section 1 of this ordinance PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE December, 2007, at 7:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as said matter can be reached, at have not been paid or discharged and that the County is authorized by Section 51(a) of which time and place all persons who may be interested therein will be given an the Local Bond Law of New Jersey (Chapter 2 of Title 40A of the New Jersey Statutes UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS opportunity to be heard concerning the same. Annotated, as amended; the “Local Bond Law”) to issue its refunding bonds as ORDINANCE NO. 660-2007 A copy of this ordinance has been posted on the Bulletin Board upon which public hereinafter provided to refund the Outstanding Bonds. The object of the refunding is to FIRST READING: 10/25/2007 notices are customarily posted in the Administration Building of the County, and a copy effect debt service savings for the County. FINAL READING: 11/8/2007 is available up to and including the time of such meeting to the members of the general Section 3. A sum not exceeding $85,000,000 is hereby appropriated (a) to refund the was introduced and passed on first reading by the Board of Chosen Freeholders at a public of the County who shall request such copies, at the office of the Clerk of the Board Outstanding Bonds set forth in Section 1 of this ordinance in the aggregate principal REGULAR MEETING on October 25, 2007 and said Ordinance has been published with in said County Administration Building in Elizabeth, New Jersey. amount of $78,588,000 and (b) to pay an amount not exceeding $770,000 for the cost Notice of Introduction thereof and of the time and place fixed for its further consideration Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the issuance of the refunding bonds, including underwriter’s compensation, bond and the Board has duly held a hearing thereof and has given all persons interested an insurance premium (if any), printing, advertising, financial and legal expenses therefor, REFUNDING BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE REFUNDING OF opportunity to be heard. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of as permitted by Section 51(b) of the Local Bond Law (collectively, the “Purpose”). $78,588,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF OUTSTANDING Chosen Freeholders that said Ordinance be and the same hereby is finally passed and Section 4. To finance the Purpose, refunding bonds of said County in an aggregate BONDS OF THE COUNTY OF UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, APPRO- adopted, and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ordinance published herewith has principal amount not exceeding $85,000,000 are hereby authorized to be issued PRIATING A SUM NOT EXCEEDING $85,000,000 TO PAY THE COST been finally adopted on November 8th 2007, and the 20 day period of limitations within pursuant to the Local Bond Law (the “Refunding Bonds”). The Refunding Bonds shall be THEREOF AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT EXCEEDING which a suit, action or proceeding questioning the validity of such Ordinance can be sold at private sale by resolution of the Board of Chosen Freeholders and shall be in $85,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF REFUNDING BONDS commenced has begun to run from the date of first publication of this statement. registered form and shall contain the word “refunding” in their title and shall recite that they OF SAID COUNTY TO FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIATION. Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders are issued pursuant to the Local Bond Law and shall bear such date or dates, mature at BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Union, State such time or times not exceeding 40 years as may be approved by the Local Finance AMENDING THE UNION COUNTY DISTRICT SOLID WASTE MANAGE- of New Jersey, as follows: Board from their date, bear interest at such rate or rates per annum, be payable at such MENT PLAN TO 1) REAFFIRM THE PRIOR INCLUSION OF THE UNION Section 1. The County of Union (the “County”), State of New Jersey is hereby time or times, be in such denominations, carry such registration privileges, be executed COUNTY RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY (COVANTA UNION, INC.) IN authorized to refund $78,588,000 aggregate principal amount of outstanding bonds in such manner consistent with the provisions of the Local Bond Law for bonds of a RAHWAY, NEW JERSEY, AS THE COUNTY’S DESIGNATED FACILITY (subject to redemption prior to their stated maturities) consisting of (A) $8,800,000 county, be payable at such place or places, and be subject to such terms of redemption, TO WHICH NON-CONTRACT SOLID WASTE TYPES 10 AND 25 ARE aggregate principal amount of bonds dated December 15, 1997 and maturing on or after with or without premium, as may be hereafter determined by resolution of the Board of DIRECTED, 2) INCLUDE THE DISPOSAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BY December 15, 2008 (the “1997 Bonds”), (B) $21,600,000 aggregate principal amount of Chosen Freeholders within the limitations prescribed by law. AND BETWEEN THE UNION COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY AND bonds dated June 15, 1999 and maturing on or after February 1, 2010 (the “1999 Bonds”) Section 5. The Refunding Bonds shall be direct, unlimited and general obligations of COVANTA UNION, INC. FOR THE DISPOSAL OF NON-CONTRACT SOLID and (C) $48,188,000 aggregate principal amount of bonds dated June 1, 2002 and the County and the County shall be obligated to levy ad valorem taxes upon all taxable WASTE TYPES 10 AND 25, AND 3) TO DIRECT ALL NON-CONTRACT maturing on or after March 1, 2013 (the “2002 Bonds”; collectively, the 1997 Bonds, the real property within the County for the payment of the principal of and the interest on the SOLID WASTE TYPES 10 AND 25 TO THE UNION COUNTY RESOURCE 1999 Bonds and the 2002 Bonds are the “Outstanding Bonds”). Refunding Bonds without limitation as to rate or amount. The full faith and credit of the RECOVERY FACILITY IN RAHWAY, NEW JERSEY FOR DISPOSAL, The 1997 Bonds consist of the following issue of bonds, bearing interest at the rates County are hereby pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and the interest PURSUANT TO REGULATORY WASTE FLOW CONTROL. per annum, payable on June 15 and December 15 of each year until maturity or prior on the Refunding Bonds. Each Refunding Bond issued pursuant to this ordinance shall WHEREAS, pursuant to the Solid Waste Management Act, N.J.S.A. 13:1E-1 et seq. redemption, and maturing in annual installments on December 15 in each year, as recite that all conditions, acts and things required by the Constitution or statutes of the (the “Act”), each county within the State of New Jersey is designated a solid waste follows: State of New Jersey to exist, to have happened and to have been performed precedent management district with responsibility for the development of a solid waste manage- $8,800,000 General Improvement Bonds of 1997 to and in the issuance of the Refunding Bond exist, have happened and have been ment plan setting forth the solid waste disposal strategy to be applied in the district; and Principal Interest performed, and that the Refunding Bond, together with all other indebtedness of the WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Union (the “County”) Year Amount Rate County, is within every debt and other limit prescribed by the Constitution or statutes of has adopted the Union County District Solid Waste Management Plan, as amended from 2008 $1,100,000 4.75% said State. time to time (the “County Plan”); and 2009 1,097,000 4.75 Section 6. The County Treasurer is hereby authorized to execute a certificate WHEREAS, the County has designated the Union County Utilities Authority (the 2010 1,100,000 4.75 addressed to the underwriters of the Refunding Bonds stating that the preliminary official “UCUA”) as the agency responsible for implementing the County Plan; and 2011 1,100,000 4.75 statement to be prepared by the County with respect to the Refunding Bonds is “deemed WHEREAS, the UCUA did on October 17, 2007 adopt Resolutions 63-2007 and 64- 2012 1,100,000 4.75 final” as of its date within the meaning of Rule 15c2-12 of the Securities and Exchange 2007, copies of which are attached hereto, which recommends to the Board of Chosen 2013 1,100,000 4.75 Commission. The distribution of such preliminary official statement to potential purchas- Freeholders to amend the Union County District Solid Waste Management Plan to 1) 2014 1,102,000 4.75 ers of the Refunding Bonds is hereby approved. Reaffirm the prior inclusion of the Union County Resource Recovery Facility (Covanta 2015 1,101,000 4.75 Section 7. All matters with respect to the Refunding Bonds not determined by this Union, Inc.) in Rahway, New Jersey, as the County’s designated facility to which non- The 1997 Bonds are subject to optional redemption on or after December 15, 2007 at ordinance shall be determined by subsequent resolution or resolutions to be hereafter contract Solid Waste Types 10 and 25 are directed, 2) Include the Disposal Services a redemption price of 102%. adopted by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County, or the performance or Agreement by and between the Union County Utilities Authority and Covanta Union, Inc. The 1999 Bonds consist of the following issue of bonds, bearing interest at the rates determination thereof delegated by resolution or resolutions, to the County Treasurer. for the disposal of Non-Contract Solid Waste Types 10 and 25, and 3) to direct all Non- per annum, payable on February 1 and August 1 of each year until maturity or prior Section 8. It is hereby determined and stated that the Supplemental Debt Statement Contract Solid Waste Types 10 and 25 to The Union County Resource Recovery Facility redemption, and maturing in annual installments on February 1 in each year, as follows: required by the Local Bond Law has been duly made and filed in the office of the Clerk in Rahway, New Jersey for disposal, pursuant to regulatory Waste Flow Control; and $21,600,000 General Improvement Bonds of 1999 of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of said County, and that such statement so filed WHEREAS, a copy of this Ordinance together with the attached is available for public Principal Interest shows that the gross debt of said County, as defined in Section 43 of the Local Bond Law, inspection at the Office of the Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders at the Union Year Amount Rate is increased by this ordinance by $85,000,000, but $78,588,000 (the principal amount of County Administration Building, Freeholders Meeting Room, Administration Building, 6th 2010 $2,400,000 5.00 % the Outstanding Bonds being paid from the proceeds of the Refunding Bonds) shall be Floor, Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey; at the offices of each Municipal Clerk 2011 2,400,000 5.00 deducted from gross debt pursuant to Section 52 of the Local Bond Law, and that the in the County of Union; and at the offices of the Union County Utilities Authority, 1499 2012 2,400,000 5.00 issuance of the bonds authorized by this ordinance will be within all debt limitations Routes 1 & 9 North, Rahway, New Jersey, during regular business hours; and 2013 2,400,000 5.00 prescribed by said Local Bond Law. WHEREAS, a Public Hearing on the amendment will be held by the Board of Chosen 2014 2,400,000 5.00 Section 9. It is hereby determined and stated that (a) a certified copy of this refunding Freeholders on November 8, 2007 at which time all persons having interest in the 2015 2,400,000 5.00 bond ordinance as passed on first reading shall be filed with the Director of the Division amendment will be given an opportunity to be heard and make comments or pose 2016 2,400,000 5.125 of Local Government Services, in the Department of Community Affairs of the State of questions concerning the proposed amendment: 2017 2,400,000 5.125 New Jersey, prior to the final adoption, together with a complete statement in the form NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the 2018 2,400,000 5.125 prescribed by the Director and signed by the County Treasurer as to the principal amount County of Union that it hereby approves and adopts the Plan Amendment annexed The 1999 Bonds are subject to optional redemption on or after February 1, 2009 at a of the Outstanding Bonds to be refunded by the issuance of the Refunding Bonds and hereto and that a certified copy of this Ordinance, as finally adopted, together with the redemption price of 102%. (b) no sum need be appropriated hereby as a down payment. Plan Amendment, supporting data and a copy of the transcript of the public hearing be The 2002 Bonds consist of the following issue of bonds, bearing interest at the rates Section 10. The County is hereby authorized to enter into any agreements that may forwarded to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection for review and per annum, payable on March 1 and September 1 of each year until maturity or prior be necessary to effect the purchase of securities, as permitted by Sections 53(c) and 60 certification as provided by law. redemption, and maturing in annual installments on March 1 in each year, as follows: of the Local Bond Law, to accomplish the refunding. This Ordinance shall take effect at the time and in the manner provided by law. $48,188,000 General Improvement Bonds of 2002 Section 11. This refunding bond ordinance shall take effect twenty days after the first The Clerk of the Board shall and is hereby directed to publish a notice in the appropriate Principal Interest publication thereof after final passage as provided by the Local Bond Law, provided that newspapers of such introduction and the holding of a Public Hearing on November 8, Year Amount Rate the consent of the Local Finance Board has been endorsed upon a certified copy of this 2007 and shall forward one certified copy, upon final passage, to each Clerk of all 2013 $7,130,000 4.125% ordinance as finally adopted. Municipalities located within the County of Union. 2014 7,130,000 4.25 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $257.04 1 T - 11/15/07, The Leader Fee: $114.24 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 15, 2007 Page 23 Symphony, Kean Faculty Arts Guild of Rahway Juried To Create Perfect Storms Show Features Area Artwork WESTFIELD – On Saturday, No- The evening’s storms continue with By MARYLOU MORANO in contemporary art. This year’s show vember 17, at 8 p.m. at the Presbyterian Tchaickovsky’s famed violin con- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times includes fine examples of oil and Church in Westfield, the Westfield Sym- certo, featuring Kean University’s Ms. RAHWAY – Multiple area artists acrylic painting, sculpture, photogra- phony Orchestra (WSO) will present Roffman. exhibited work in the Merck 2007 Juried phy, drawing, prints and mixed me- The Perfect Storms, featuring Kean A member of the Kean University Art Show held at the Arts Guild of dia,” he continued. University soloists Sharon Roffman, concert artist faculty since 2002, Ms. Rahway (AGR). Other participating artists included James Musto and Richard Hobson. Roffman received a prize in the 2003 Three artists from Westfield – Leon Bober, Nicholas Impalli, Elisa In a collaborative effort, WSO con- Naumburg Foundation International Michael Metzger, Andrea Ewald and Kessler Caporale, Maxine King, ductor David Wroe will partner with Competition. She made her solo de- Gina Minichino – received awards. Zenia Olesnyckyj, Nancy Ori, Joan Kean University to showcase some of but playing this Tchaikovsky Con- Mr. Metzer won “Best in Show” Marie Permison, Pico Reinoso, Fausto the university’s musical talent. certo with the New Jersey Symphony for his oil painting, “Black Flatlands,” Sevila, Monica Shimkus, Carolyn The concert opens with The Tempest, in 1996 under the baton of Music Ms. Ewald won an “Honorable Men- Soltys, Roberto Terrana, Jane Thomp- a dramatic work orchestral work by Director Zdenek Macal. tion” award for her photograph, “In- son George, Barbara Wallace, John Wyatt and Sue Zwick. Kean University’s Matthew Halper. In March 2004, she made her Courtesy of Adam Pantozzi/Prudential Center dustrial Geometry,” and Ms. Timpanist Mr. Carnegie Hall de- ROCK MY WORLD...Community Editor Suzette Stalker visits the Prudential Minichino also won an “Honorable Artists Steve McKenzie, who serves Musto, Kean Uni- but as a featured Center in downtown Newark, offering a review of both the arena and Jon Bon Jovi. Mention” Award for her oil on panel, as the director of Art Education at the versity concert art- soloist in “TV Dinner.” Newark Museum, Rachael Faillace, ist in percussion Vivaldi’s Con- AGR hosted the work of Westfield the director of Exhibits at the Old since 1999, cre- certo for Four Bon Jovi Provides Newark’s residents Shari Seltzer, Janice Church Arts Center in Demarest and ates a timpani tour Violins with Metzger and Maxwell Sang, in addi- a professor at Middlesex County de force. Mr. Itzhak Perlman tion to that of Greg Cummings and College, as well as artist/ photogra- Musto performs and has appeared Pru Center With Smash Debut Barbara Melino, both of Fanwood. pher Owen Kanzler, a pilot and owner frequently with with Perlman on By SUZETTE F. STALKER each song with his still-youthful charm Open to artists who live or work in of Owen Kanzler Aerial Photography the New York a number of oc- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and exuberance, while guitarist Richie Union County, the Juried Show ac- in Linden, juried the 2007 show. Philharmonic and casions through- NEWARK – Who says you can’t go Sambora, keyboardist David Bryan and cepted artwork in any media. AGR’s next exhibit, “Details,” a has been heard on out the United home? New Jersey’s own Bon Jovi, drummer Tico Torres also were in top “This exhibit, now in its eighth show that looks at the details of small WQXR radio States. one of the most enduring bands in the form. Over a solid two hours, the band year, provides an opportunity for lo- fragments, opens November 18 and broadcast con- The WSO con- history of rock and roll, indeed came showed just why they remain on top – cal artists to showcase their work to a runs through December 14. certs. cert culminates home again with a triumphant 10- electrifying the crowd with an energy regional audience,” said Lawrence For more information about De- A regular guest PICTURE PERFECT…Clockwise from with a perfor- show run to open Newark’s Prudential that had fans dancing and singing along Cappiello, AGR executive director. tails or the AGR, log onto top left, Kean University’s Matthew Halper, performer with composer; James Musto, timpanist, Sharon mance of Center October 25 to November 10. all the way up to the arena’s top tier. “The exhibit always includes a wide rahwayartsguild.org or call (908) 381- the New Jersey Roffman, violinist; and Richard Hobson, Brahms’ Sym- A lifelong Jersey girl and longtime Following opening act Daughtry, Bon range of styles, mediums and genres 7511. Symphony and baritone, partner with Westfield Symphony phony No. 3, writ- Bon Jovi fan, I saw this legendary band Jovi performed some half dozen songs other orchestras, to create Perfect Storms. ten during the tur- in concert for the first time ever with six from “Lost Highway,” plus a string of including the Or- bulence of the friends at the Pru Center November 7, past hits such as “Born To Be My Musical Club Presents chestra of St. Luke’s, the New York composer’s famed love adventure and can honestly say Bon Jovi live is an Baby,” “Runaway,” “Bad Medicine,” Chamber Symphony, the New York with singer Hermine Spiess (half his experience no one should miss. “It’s My Life,” “Have a Nice Day” and City Opera Orchestra and L’Opera age). A force on the music scene from the the band’s signature “Living on a The ‘Three B’s’ in Closing Francais, Mr .Musto has also performed Tickets, priced between $25 and early 1980s, Bon Jovi has delivered one Prayer,” capped by a three-song en- WESTFIELD – A double quartet of his church’s choirs. in more than 20 musicals on Broadway. $65, may be purchased directly from successful album after another and core. of singers and a husband-and-wife Mr. Crane is a retired Ph.D. physi- At Kean, he teaches all percussion the WSO office, located at 224 East played to sold-out venues, yet never lost Located just two blocks from Penn piano team will close the Musical cist and sings professionally at Cres- instruments and is director of the Kean Broad Street, or by calling the box its Jersey roots or Jersey soul. The Station in downtown Newark, the $375 Club of Westfield’s biennial scholar- cent Avenue. University Percussion Ensemble. office at (908) 232-9400. Prudential Center shows kicked off the million Prudential Center is expected ship concert on Sunday, November Mr. Tasy is a lawyer and has been a The Tempest also features baritone Tickets are also available at band’s world tour following the release to be pivotal to Newark’s revitalization 18, at 3 p.m. at the First Baptist Church soloist with the New Jersey State Mr. Hobson, Kean University concert Fastframe on Quimby Street in of its latest album, “Lost Highway.” by bringing major sports and entertain- of Westfield. Opera in “Otello” and “Madama But- artist in voice and opera since 1998. Westfield, Martin Jewelers in Frontman and Jersey native son Jon ment events to the city. The arena will Because of the prevalence of music terfly.” Outside Kean, Mr. Hobson has an ac- Cranford and at the Kean Stage Box Bon Jovi owned the stage, infusing be home to the NHL’s New Jersey by Bach, Beethoven and Brahms on Mr. Kueter and Ms. Mochernuk tive schedule, performing throughout Office. The WSO will offer special Devils, Seton Hall basketball and MISL the program, the concert is entitled, have appeared many times on the the United States and Europe. pricing for students ($10) and high Coffee with Conscience New Jersey Ironmen indoor soccer, as “Musical Masterpieces: The Three Crescent Concerts concert series and He is on the roster of The Metro- schoolers ($5) with appropriate ID. well as concerts, family shows and B’s…and then some.” are always a highlight of any Musical politan Opera and has sung regularly For further information, e-mail Series Continues other special events. It is easily acces- Sopranos Elsa Gail Hahn and Club program. at The Met since 2000. He maintains [email protected], call WESTFIELD – The Coffee With sible from Westfield, Fanwood, Maureen Monroe, altos Drude Sparre In addition to the vocal octet, the a full voice class at Kean and has also the box office or visit Conscience Concert Series continues Cranford and other area communities Roessler and Harriet Jernquist, ten- concert will feature other accom- directed opera there. westfieldsymphony.org. its eighth season by presenting award- by NJ Transit, PATH and Amtrak. ors F. Allen Artz III and George plished performers. Carl Baron, cel- winning singer/songwriter Catie Curtis. After a relaxing dinner in Westfield, Stralkus and basses Glen Crane and list, one of the current scholarship POPCORN™ The concert will take place at the my friends and I caught a NJ Transit Stephen Tasy will sing almost the holders, will perform the last move- First United Methodist Church of train to Newark, joining crowds of other entire Opus 52 set of choral waltzes ment of Beethoven’s Cello Sonata in Westfield, located at 1 East Broad concert-goers en route to the arena. written by Johannes Brahms and A, Opus 69, accompanied by Suki American Gangster: A Smudge Street (corner of North Avenue) in Police were on hand from Penn Station scored for piano four-hands. Guerrier on piano. Westfield, on Saturday, November 17. to the center to ensure order and pro- Paul Kueter and Carolle-Ann Ellen Goff Entriken, soprano, will On the National Character Doors will open at 7:15 p.m. and vide directions. Mochernuk will accompany the sing- sing an aria from J. S. Bach’s St. the concert begins at 8 p.m. Admis- We found the center itself – with a ers on the 100-year-old Janet Grimler John Passion, an aria from Mozart’s One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent sion is $26. concert capacity of more than 17,500 – Gleason memorial Steinway piano Grand Mass in C Minor, K. 427, and By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER justify the means. Director Scott sagely All net proceeds from this evening’s to be well-organized, clean and manned bequeathed to the Musical Club and Alleluja from Mozart’s Exsultate 3 popcorns plumbs those murky depths. concert will be donated to Habitat for by tight security to ensure all visitors housed at the First Baptist Church. Jubilate, K. 165, accompanied on American Gangster, a sturdy account Helping explore the various ethical Humanity. Advance purchase of tick- had the optimal arena experience. After Ms. Hahn is a vocal-music teacher the organ by her husband, William of how detective Richie Roberts brought gradations is a superb cast of supporting ets is advisable for this show because passing through security checks, we at Franklin School in Westfield and Entriken. down Harlem drug kingpin Frank Lucas, players. Cuba Gooding, Jr. is sharp as it is expected to sell out. Tickets can stopped at the souvenir booth, featur- directs the children’s choir at the Mr. Artz will play the Prelude in D tells a familiar tale with unusual integrity. smalltime-but-splashy competitor, Nicky be purchased in advance by visiting ing T-shirts, key chains, hats and other Cranford Presbyterian Church. Major, BWV 532, by J. S. Bach and a There is attention to detail, both historical Barnes; Chiwetel Ejiofor is Huey Lucas, coffeewithconscience.org. merchandise, to purchase mementos of Ms. Monroe teaches voice at the partita on Jesu, meine freude by and sociological, a philosophical stance one of several siblings Frank imports our evening. New Jersey Workshop for the Arts Johann Gottfried Walther. that shuns glorification and no sensation- from North Carolina to form his mafia- alism for its own sake. And that may be a like family, and Ruby Dee is aces as Les Malamut Gallery The seats were comfortable, though and has sung professionally with the A trio, comprised of Clarissa Nolde, problem. plain-speaking Mama Lucas. we barely spent any time in them as Bon Boston Opera and the Lake George another past Musical Club scholar- Indeed, there is the random, point-blank Complementing what is often a course Presents Kathie Taylor Jovi rocked the house. We also were Opera. ship recipient, on flute, Betsy Vaden guy getting his head blown off, but not in criminal rationale, we’re given a semi- AREA – The Les Malamut Art pleased with the acoustics, easy access Ms. Roessler, a past scholarship on viola and Beverly Thomson Shea nearly so many as The Godfathers (1972, nar in just how Lucas was able to put the Gallery will present the artwork of to refreshments and the availability of recipient of the Musical Club, is a on harp, will perform the Sonate pour ‘74), Scarface (1983) and their many most potent, least expensive heroin on the Kathie Taylor in a show titled “There staff to help direct us to our seats. After retired vocal-music teacher and sings Flute, Alto and Harpe by Claude knockoffs have purveyed. Truth is, direc- street. Subscribing to what he learned at Are Places in Remember,” with an the concert, we had an equally easy time professionally with the Crescent Av- Debussy. tor Ridley Scott couldn’t avoid some of the knee of Harlem’s previous drug lord, opening reception planned for Satur- getting back to Penn Station for our enue Presbyterian Church Chancel The Musical Club of Westfield in- the tones and textures those films perme- Ellsworth “Bumpy” Johnson (Clarence day, November 17, from 2 to 4 p.m. return trip to Westfield and Fanwood. Choir. vites the public to this concert and to ated into the genre. Still, the bloodthirsty Williams, III), he employs basic Market- may feel parched. ing 101. Ms. Taylor, a self-taught artist, will Our debut experience at the Pruden- Ms. Jernquist is an oncology and support the club’s scholarship stu- Splicing back and forth between its Reminiscent of those late-night TV exhibit both paintings and photo- tial Center was very positive, and while renal social worker and also sings dents, 10 of whom are currently study- dipolar protagonists, the film tracks the hawkers who ask, “How do we do it?” we graphs from locations that include Bon Jovi deserves much of the credit professionally at Crescent Avenue. ing music in colleges around the coun- careers of both men until which time their imagine the familiar refrain: “Volume, Cape Cod, Ireland, Watkins Glen, for that, this sentiment also reflects my Mr. Artz III is an organist and choir try. pursuits must converge. But while work- my friend…and, we’ve cut out the middle- Sugarbush, North Carolina, Virginia thoughts on the arena itself. Together director and will also appear on the A $10 donation is suggested, and ing toward that proverbial showdown, man.” Shades of Apocalypse Now’s hal- and her imagination. with the New Jersey Performing Arts scholarship concert as an organ solo- tickets may be obtained at the door or Steven Zaillian’s script shapes its thesis lucinatory look at the chutzpah required She utilizes the space above her Center, Newark Symphony and ist. from any Musical Club member. For with a convenient little conceit about con- to dive into the very vortex of danger, garage as a studio, where she works Riverfront Stadium, I believe it indeed Mr. Stralkus has a degree in theater further information, contact Ms. tradictions in character and the ironies Frank travels right to the source… to the in watercolor, oil, acrylic and pastel, heralds a new era for Newark. arts from Rutgers and sings in three Roessler at (908) 233-0030. thereof. jungles of Thailand. Lucas is the family man who doles out How that product was brought to our occasionally using crumpled rice pa- turkeys at Thanksgiving…yet a murder- shores, an ignominy involving the U.S. per for textured effects. ous gangster nonetheless. Roberts, so Army, goes beyond the pale. It fiercely She has received a Union Center honest it causes incredulity and suspi- impresses that depraved criminality Bank Purchase Award and participated cion among colleagues, is continually knows no boundary. That for all the balo- in various juried shows. She is a mem- embroiled in a domestic dispute of fi- ney about being a citizen and meriting a ber of the Les Malamut Gallery Board asco proportions. The seesaw as device share of the dream, nothing is less patri- and the Contemporary Art Group. works well enough, thanks to the two otic than the domestic blight American The exhibition will run through leads. Gangster personifies. January 30, 2008. You couldn’t pick a better pair to handle * * * the complexity demanded. Denzel Wash- American Gangster, rated R, is a Uni- The gallery is located in the Union ington as Lucas seethes with potential versal Pictures release directed by Ridley Library, located at 1980 Morris Av- danger, a gladhander one moment, a viper Scott and stars Denzel Washington, enue. It is free, open to the public ready to pounce in protection of his inter- Russell Crowe and Josh Brolin. Running during regular library hours and is ests the next. Whereas Russell Crowe as time: 157 minutes. handicapped accessible. Roberts is the shaggy dog outside, the indefatigable bloodhound inside. The third star is the art direction, trans- porting us to the late 1960s and early ‘70s with time-machine authenticity. And while it’s fun pointing out favorite appur- tenances of the era, there is none of that distracting overstatement that computer f/x too often render. Comparisons to Super Fly, inevitable but irresponsible if meant dismissively, do bring up an important point. The 1972 film by Gordon Parks, Jr., indicative of 6DWXUGD\1RYHPEHUDWSP the period, reveled in flamboyance. Ameri- 7KH3UHVE\WHULDQ&KXUFKLQ:HVWÀHOG can Gangster (P.S.- the working title is “The Return of Super Fly”), on the other The hand, explains the glitz as a symptom of changing times. Racial progress was occurring not only in the public forum, but in the underworld Perfect Storms as well. At the height of his climb, Frank in conjunction with Kean University Lucas’s drug empire had even topped the Halper— (World Premiere) mafia’s operation. The Tempest This doesn’t go unnoticed. A meeting featuring soloist Richard Hobson between Lucas and crime boss Dominic Tchaikovsky—Violin Concerto Cattano (Armand Assante), the intensity featuring soloist Sharon Roffman of which you can cut with a knife, leads to Brahms— Symphony No. 3 a deal Frank can’t refuse. 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that clear. In fact, most of what we wit- FRANK AND LYDIA BERGEN FOUNDATION ness in American Gangster occurs in that THE RUMMELL FOUNDATION COUNTY OF UNION: DIVISION OF vague sea of gray that separates the good CULTURAL AND HERITAGE AFFAIRS guys from the bad. It’s where real-life Funding has been made possible in part through a grant by the New Jersey State Council on the morality is hammered out. Where, more Arts/Department of State, a partner agency of the often than we’d care to admit, the ends National Endowment for the Arts. Page 24 Thursday, November 15, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION New Paper Mill Director Prepares To Take on ‘Interesting Challenge’ By MICHAEL JOSEPH POLLACK Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Former Nightclub Plans Reunion AREA – “He’s been here for about three weeks but started officially last Monday,” Paper Mill Playhouse Press Manager Shayne Miller told The At Westfield Armory November 24 Westfield Leader and The Scotch By CHRISTIE STORMS years to get something together,” he He explained that he chose the Sat- Plains-Fanwood Times in a phone Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times said. “So, I mentioned the idea to Naomi, urday of Thanksgiving weekend for conversation last Friday. WESTFIELD — Back in the 1990s, and she suggested we use the Armory.” the reunion party, as it had tradition- The “he” Mr. Miller refers to is if you were looking for a local night- Mr. Bodmer said once he “put feel- ally always been one of the Mark Jones, the long-awaited perma- club where you could enjoy live mu- ers out,” he received an “overwhelm- Clubhouse’s busiest nights of the year. nent director for the Paper Mill Play- sical performances, dance or simply ing” response from both former em- “Thanksgiving weekend has always house. Mr. Jones, a 60-year-old na- catch up with friends in a lively envi- ployees and patrons of the Clubhouse. been when everyone comes home,” tive of Ewing, spoke with The Leader/ ronment, there’s a good chance you “We had over 300 employees, and he said. “So people would have their Times about his five-year business may have found yourself at the Club- we’re probably getting at least about own little reunions on Friday, and plan for the playhouse and his past house in Plainfield. 150 of them coming to the party,” he then on Saturday night, they’d all experience in aiding financially fail- And while the Clubhouse closed said. come down to the Clubhouse. I’d get ing theaters. its doors by the end of that decade, its He also reached out to entertainers, to see guys I hadn’t seen in years, so Mr. Jones noted that, growing up in original owners will host a Clubhouse it was always a big reunion for us as central New Jersey, he went to Paper Reunion Party on Saturday, Novem- well as our customers.” Mill and said that it was “really great ber 24, at the Westfield Armory, lo- He hopes to recreate that same to be back.” cated at 500 Rahway Avenue. The Clubhouse environment inside the Speaking on the “interesting chal- Courtesy of Gerry Goodstein event will be held from 8:30 p.m. to 1 Armory this year. MEET ME AT PAPER MILL...Actors at the Paper Mill Playhouse perform a lenge” of turning around Paper Mill’s scene from Meet Me In St. Louis, the season’s second show, directed by Mark a.m., and a portion of the proceeds “Even if you’ve never been to the fortunes, he admitted that the task Hoebee. Mr. Hoebee will work alongside Mark Jones, the new executive director will benefit the Westfield Area Cham- Clubhouse, you can enjoy this party,” was “complex” but emphasized that a (see article for more on him). Above, from left to right, are Julia Osborne, Mary ber of Commerce (WACC). Ms. McElynn said. “A lot of people plan is in place. Jo McConnell, Ashley Arcement, Wes Hart, Brynn O’Malley (Esther Smith), The former managing partner and come into town for Thanksgiving and First, Mr. Jones said the theatre has Jessica Bircann, Erin Henry, Dani Speller, Alicia Charles, Jessica Rochwarger. co-owner of the Clubhouse, Rich want to reconnect, and it’s like you submitted a business draft to the Town- Bodmer, is now the president of Dyno can have your own reunion, and we’ll ship of Millburn that would, if ap- ally balanced its budget and now tinue to do what he does best — be the Marketing and a WACC member. provide the venue.” proved, sell the land Paper Mill sits boasts a $1-million cash reserve. artistic director.” According to Naomi McElynn, Ms. McElynn said the portion of on to Millburn. He said the theatre’s condition was When Michael Gennaro, the presi- WACC executive director, Mr. the proceeds that will benefit the “The township would protect it in “comparable” to Paper Mill’s before dent and CEO of the Paper Mill an- Bodmer suggested the reunion party WACC, a non-profit organization, will the future,” Mr. Jones said. “I just want its turnaround. nounced his resignation last year in as both a community event and a be used to supplement member pro- to run a theatre, not own property.” November, Mr. Hoebee assumed the fundraiser. grams that benefit the community. If enacted, the playhouse would acting artistic director title. Along with “Last year, we did a Family Fun Clubhouse Reunion Party tickets pay off its existing debt and put the it came the daunting task of keeping Night that was geared more toward are $75 per person and include an open balance into an endowment fund. the 70-year-old institution afloat. families with kids under 14,” Ms. like Westfield resident Don Dazzo of bar, appetizers and live entertainment. Mr. Jones said the idea to sell had Mr. Jones, speaking on his rela- McElynn said. “So we thought, let’s the Whirling Dervishes, who often They can be purchased in advance or been “much talked about” in the past tionship with Mr. Hoebee, said, “The do something that may give a differ- performed at the Clubhouse. at the door. For more information, but stressed that it is “crucial” to two of us partner on everything…we ent crowd a great evening out.” Although the group has since dis- visit clubhousereunion.com. Paper Mill’s solvency to move for- hope to have a collegial relationship.” She said this event is one geared banded, the original members will re- ward with the plan now. In April, the theater announced it more toward adults who might miss unite to perform together for the party, Advanced Woodwinds While the agreement has not been would have to close its doors if it going out to the city and want to enjoy along with Mr. Dazzo’s current group, finalized, Mr. Jones said he is “opti- could not raise almost a million dol- music and dancing in a local environ- Everlounge. A classic-rock band, Perform at Care One mistic” of it being approved. lars. At a “Save the Paper Mill” rally, ment. Brother John Brown, will also perform. AREA – The Calderone School of Mr. Miller told the paper, “The Broadway stars joined with the the- Mr. Bodmer, who ran the Club- Mr. Bodmer stated the three-story Music’s Advance Woodwind En- mayor of Millburn has said the town- atre to urge people to donate. house with his brother, Steve, for Clubhouse had also featured comedi- semble performed a concert at Care ship has no interest in running a the- With a loan from a local New Jer- approximately seven years before ans such as Jay Mohr, Jim Carrey, One Assisted Living in Livingston on atre, but they do have an economic sey bank and state Legislative prom- converting it to Shout and then finally Rosie O’Donnell and Colin Quinn. October 19. interest in [the well-being of] down- ises of $250,000 in funding, the Pa- selling it as Paradox in 2001, said he “We really always had top talent,” The ensemble included faculty town. per Mill doors were kept open for the was often approached by former cli- he said. “Pretty much we’d get people member Professor Lee Zakian on alto Mr. Jones said the agreement would 2006-2007 season, and the summer entele hoping for a reunion event. either climbing up the ladder or some- saxophone and students Dorothy provide a “buffer for Paper Mill to programs for teens flourished. “Everyone’s been hounding me for times on the way back down.” Panhorst of Morristown on clarinet, thrive” and “continue to have an im- Mr. Jones said that Paper Mill en- as well as Daphne Cunliffe of pact.” He estimated that the theatre’s joys a subscriber base of 17,000 but Morristown on flute. $20-million budget translates to a seeks to raise that figure to 18,000. The concert program included Mark Jones, roughly $70- to $100-million impact Executive director, Paper Mill He told the newspaper that the play- Minuet by Haydn, Gavotte by Muffat, on the local economy. house is still selling subscriptions. Madrigal by Palestrina, musical ex- Mr. Jones said according to the Additionally, he guided the Currently, Paper Mill is showing cerpts from the opera, The Magic theatre’s own appraisal, the property Glimmerglass Opera in Cooperstown, Meet Me in St. Louis, its second of six Flute, by Mozart, Larghetto by could fetch $9 to $10 million “plus or N.Y. to financial solvency in the early performances, and continues to offer Mozart, Allegro by Handel, Nocturne minus $5 to $6 million with the build- 1990s. three- and four-show packages. by Bochsa and Raggy Winds by Wye. ing.” Mr. Miller, when asked what duties Paper Mill, a not-for-profit arts or- Mr. Jones also spoke of his time Mr. Jones will handle as compared ganization, is considered one of the Editor Suzette Stalker overseeing the turnaround of with new Acting Artistic Director country’s leading regional theaters. Reviews Bon Jovi, Shakespeare and Company, which had Mark Hoebee, said, “They both will For more information, call (973) 376- New Prudential Center a $2.6-million operating deficit when have distinctly separate jobs. Mark 4343 or view papermill.org. See Page 23 he arrived in 2004. Under Mr. Jones, Jones will handle the financial as- Susan Myrill Dougherty contrib- the Lenox, Mass. company eventu- pect, while Mark Hoebee will con- uted to this story. Happy Thanksgiving

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