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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, March 22, 2007 OUR 117th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 12-2007 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS 2 Westfield Divers Die in Scuba Diving Accident; 3rd Survives By WAYNE BAKER four divers were performing a pen- mised the divers’ visibility. Mr. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader etration dive. R.J. Hartman, owner of Hartman said that, since ships are WESTFIELD — Two Westfield Treasure Cove Watersports, a dive made of steel, “anytime you stick residents died Friday in a scuba div- shop on South Avenue in Westfield, steel into a salt-water environment, ing accident off Key Largo, Fla.; a said this type of dive involves enter- it begins to rust…Bubbles (from your Chatham man also scuba gear) would perished and one normally float to the Westfielder survived. surface if they were Jonathan Walsweer not in an overhead and Scott Stanley environment…[they] drowned along with dislodge the rust Kevin Coughlin of and it begins to rain Chatham in the inci- down.” dent. Howard He said silt can Spialter, also of take an hour or more Westfield, survived to settle. The divers’ the accident. decision to use The incident oc- strobes, rather than curred while the four dive reels (a cord), were exploring the to mark their route U.S.S. Spiegel Grove, out has been identi- a 510-foot-long fied as a likely con- former Navy support tributor to their ship. The vessel, a deaths. According to 1950s vintage desig- sheriff’s department Victoria McCabe for The Westfield Leader nated as a dock-land- reports, they had WILD WEATHER...After a string of days when temperatures rose above 50 degrees, a winter storm brought snow, sleet and ice to the area last Thursday and Friday. ing ship, used to Wayne Baker for The Westfield Leader brought reserve air launch smaller boats LOCAL ROOTS…Two Westfield residents who drowned in a weekend tanks aboard the during an amphibi- scuba diving accident off Key Largo, Fla., had been instructors at Treasure wreck, but those ous attack, according Cove Watersports, a dive shop on South Avenue in Westfield. A third proved useless when First Meeting on Superintendent to several websites. Westfield resident is the only survivor among the four divers on that trip. they ran out of air The Spiegel Grove was sunk in 2002 ing a sunken ship and involves sig- before locating them. to form an artificial reef and dive nificantly more risk than an open- Becky Herrin, a public informa- site. water dive. tion officer with the Monroe County Search Draws Dozen Residents Press releases from the Monroe People familiar with diving said Sheriff’s Department, described the By CARALINE KOELLHOFFER those who represent the status quo.” said. County, Fla., Sheriff’s Office said the silt inside the wreck had compro- incident as the worst diving accident Specially Written for The Westfield Leader For Denise West, it is important Other residents expressed concern loss of life that she was aware of in WESTFIELD — At a community that the new superintendent has the about how proposed legislation re- that area. She said three other deaths forum held last Wednesday at Edison ability to partner with large corpora- garding a super superintendent would Council Considers Asking had occurred on the wreck, but all Intermediate School to discuss opin- tions in the area, such as Schering affect the hiring process. were single fatalities. ions and desired qualities of a new Plough and L’Oreal. “We need some- Mr. Henderson responded, “Frankly, Mr. Walsweer, 38, was a Westfield superintendent of schools, James one who knows how to massage that I don’t think it has a snowball’s chance RVSA to Bill Customers native and St. Marks Avenue resi- Henderson of the consulting firm relationship and get involved in the in Hades of passing.” By MICHAEL J. POLLACK cial, industrial properties, and the for- dent. He lived with his wife, Regina, Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates businesses to bring more math and In describing the timeline for hir- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader mula used was not being equitably and two young sons. Mrs. reported that 500 town residents have science into the schools.” ing the new superintendent, Mr. WESTFIELD – Conducting a 2007 spread. They took it out of the budget Walsweer’s sister, Simone completed online surveys. Jennifer Jaruzelski said the lan- Henderson said that the school board municipal budget discussion Tuesday and forced the cost to the industrial Muscarnera, told The Westfield “That is a very gratifying response,” guage program needs to be expanded. would like to narrow the candidates night, Town Administrator Jim Gildea properties, relieving some of the resi- Leader that their parents were “best he said. “It may account for the mini- “I would also like to see Chinese in down to “a small number of finalists” explained Garwood’s direct billing re- dential burden. They bill separately. friends” and re-introduced the mal attendance tonight.” quest to the Rahway Valley Sewerage “Garwood is appealing and wants couple after college. The public meeting Mr. Henderson Authority (RVSA), Clark’s removal of other municipalities to join them to Robert Algarin, a local architect conducted drew together approxi- the RVSA from its budget and how ask RVSA to direct bill the customers who had done work for the Walsweers, mately 12 residents. those decisions impact Westfield. in each community,” he added. “We described him as “a really terrific Epi Betancourt, one attendee, “Clark took the RVSA out of its explored that option with (Westfield guy.” pointed to a feeling of “apathy” in the municipal budget and created a utility,” RVSA representative) Allen (Chin). Mr. Stanley, 55, was a part owner town as the reason for the low atten- Mr. Gildea said. “They had a very unique It wouldn’t relieve us of the burden of of The Carpet Mill in East Hanover. dance. “This is pathetic,” she said. situation. They have a lot of commer- paying the bill, but potentially change He also was certified as an instructor “Is it pathetic?” asked a resident the formula.” in both scuba diving and karate. Mr. who wished to remain anonymous, Under a direct-billing system, a home Stanley came to the area at the end of “or is there a feeling of helplessness BOE Budget News would pay based on its usage. First high school. The Stanleys lived on about making any impact by coming Foley to Hold Public Ward Councilman Sal Caruana said Harrison Avenue for about two years, to a meeting like this?” when homes are billed based on con- after living in Cranford for many She said, “Over the course of 12 Meeting on Budget Tonight sumption, “it becomes a regressive tax.” years. years in school, our children are evalu- WESTFIELD – Superintendent Presently, he said, costs are determined Marianne Stanley, Mr. Stanley’s ated many times. Yet there is no oppor- of Schools William Foley will hold by property value and property tax. wife, said she met Mr. Stanley at tunity for parents and children to evalu- a “Superintendent’s Chat” tonight The major part of next year’s in- Union College, now Union County ate the faculty and administration. We in the student center of Westfield crease is debt service, Mr. Gildea College. The Stanleys have two adult are not welcome to have a voice.” Caraline Koellhoffer for The Westfield Leader High School at 7:30 p.m. He will said. Court-ordered renovations to the children, Lauren and David. In providing an opinion on a new LITTLE INTEREST?…James Henderson, a consultant with Hazard, Young, discuss the proposed budget and RVSA plant total $138 million. Out Mr. Spialter, 52, the lone survivor superintendent, the resident said he Attea & Associates, discusses the search for a new Westfield superintendent of enrollment for 2007-2008. of next year’s $1 million RVSA as- of the dive, is a lawyer with his own or she must be “innovative, visionary schools with the group of about a dozen residents who attended last week’s meeting. BOE to Hold Public sessment, $800,000 is debt service. practice in Union. He is a past presi- and creative. But most importantly,” the high school,” she said. by the end of May, and then hire Mr. Gildea said Westfield could con- dent of Temple Beth O’r/Beth Torah she said, “we need someone who is Ms. West agreed, and she discussed someone to start September 1. Hearing on Budget Mar. 27 sider asking the RVSA for two separate CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 not afraid to have a little tussle with the importance of students learning One resident asked how often Haz- WESTFIELD – The Westfield bills – operations and debt service. more than one foreign language. ard, Young, Attea & Associates works Board of Education will hold a pub- When budget discussions finished, Ms. Jaruzelski pointed out that lan- on such a short timeline. lic hearing on the proposed budget a majority of council members com- WF BOE Approves Tech guages are now offered in elementary “It is an aggressive search,” Mr. for 2007-2008 at its regularly sched- mitted to introducing the municipal grades, to the district’s credit. “But Henderson said. “But that says a lot uled meeting on Tuesday, March budget at next week’s public meet- districts like Union,” she said, “that about this school board. What it means 27, at the Administration Building ing. Councilmen Tom Bigosinski, Curriculum for Grades 3-8 are lower socio-economically, have is that the board has to be attentive to at 302 Elm Street at 8 p.m. fourth ward, and David Haas, third By CARALINE KOELLHOFFER “meaty” enough to engage future sixth Chinese, and we do not.” the process and be very involved in Following the board’s approval ward, did not vote affirmatively in a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader graders, who would have a more sub- Ms. West said “there is still an the interviewing of candidates.” of a tentative budget for the 2007- “straw vote” taken Tuesday night. WESTFIELD — The board of edu- stantial background in following with achievement gap” between black stu- The district’s search for a new su- 2008 school year on Tuesday, March After the meeting, Mr. Bigosinski cation on Tuesday night approved a the proposed curriculum. dents and white students. “I know Dr. perintendent follows Mr. Foley’s an- 6, the board would approve the fi- told The Westfield Leader he did not new curriculum for technological lit- Barbara Mammen, the district’s su- (William) Foley was working very nouncement that he will retire from nal budget on Tuesday, March 27, support introducing the budget be- eracy for grades 3 through 8 that will pervisor of Instructional Technology, diligently on closing that gap,” she the position this summer. with the public voting on Tuesday, cause of part-time attorney compen- be implemented next fall. replied, “The way the sixth-grade course April 17, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. sation. “While I support the 4-percent In detailing the curriculum, board is designed is to allow students to use A complete agenda will be avail- increase for the non-aligned employ- member and Curriculum Committee skills they’ve learned and apply them in Store Owner Seeks Increased able tomorrow on the district’s ees in the town, I think that the overall Chairwoman Alice Hunnicutt said third ‘real-world’ settings. The course itself website, westfieldnjk12.org, and in attorney-compensation scheme in the graders would learn keyboarding, word is going to stretch students no matter the board secretary’s office at 302 town is already sufficiently lucrative processing and multimedia; fourth grad- what skills they come in with.” Downtown Police Presence Elm Street. All board meetings are with a pension, with the increases ers would study spread sheeting and Board member Julia Walker said, “I By GINA LEVINE-LEVY Mr. Gildea said the WPD does not taped and televised on Blue Devils they’ve enjoyed over the past number visual diagrams, and fifth graders would have concerns about this curriculum Specially Written for The Westfield Leader have the manpower to dedicate to TV-36 on Tuesdays and Thursdays of years. I think that the job shouldn’t learn PowerPoint and expand other on a philosophical level. As a board of WESTFIELD — Leader Store pro- downtown and finding “seasoned at 8 a.m. and 7:15 p.m., and on be pension-eligible. Given that it is, it computer skills. education member and a parent, I think prietor and downtown property owner personnel” has been a challenge. He Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Ms. Hunnicutt said because “whole- it is more important that we focus on Joe Spector asked town officials, at also said “there is discussion” of add- class instruction is necessary,” fourth the ‘three R’s’ – on the fundamentals Monday’s Downtown Westfield Cor- ing a new substation downtown that and fifth graders would use new carts of reading and math. I don’t have the poration (DWC) meeting, to increase to would increase police presence. (one for each school) containing 20 notion that a fourth grader has to be police presence in the downtown. In other business, the DWC board laptops. They are already part of this able to do PowerPoint.” Mr. Spector, a former DWC board approved three façade grants. The year’s budget, she said. Peg Dolan, assistant superintendent member, said the “millions of dol- Farmhouse Store, which will open at Board member Richard Solomon of Curriculum and Instruction, replied lars” property owners in the Special 221 North Avenue East, will receive said, “I am concerned that we don’t that the fundamentals of learning are Improvement District (SID) spend to the maximum grant for its wooden have enough hardware to support this “of course” taught in the elementary “promote and beautify” the area are mounted sign and single awning. new curriculum. Are we being realis- schools. She said at the fourth- and “negated” if there is not a police pres- DWC Executive Director Sherry tic that we can fulfill the curriculum? fifth-grade levels, however, “the stu- ence to keep the downtown safe and Cronin said there was some “dis- We are being told that we can, but I dents have to be able to pull out infor- clean. agreement” among DWC design com- am skeptical.” mation and present it. In the past, that “We’ve had less officers covering mittee members over issuing the grant Board President Anne Riegel re- was done with oak tag. And I don’t downtown than ever before,” he said. because colors on the original design sponded later, “I hope that teachers have anything against oak tag. Like “Please provide what’s required to looked “washed out.” The colors have come to us in a couple of years, saying PowerPoint, it is just another way of take care of existing and festering since been changed. that we need more laptop carts.” Ms. displaying information.” problems…that is the responsibility “I think the building could use a Riegel said it would be proof that the Board member Gary McCready, of government.” boost, and that will give it a boost,” curriculum is having a positive effect. who spoke in support of the curricu- Town Administrator Jim Gildea said board Vice Chairman Dominick Mr. Solomon said he is concerned lum, considered it a “moving target.” said the town’s police department al- Verdic. Mrs. Cronin said the 1930s about implementing the curriculum He said what students in a given grade ways responds to emergencies but is building has “a lot of historic signifi- Wayne Baker for The Westfield Leader at all grade levels at the same time. level know now will not necessarily going through a “major transforma- cance.” REMEMBERING OUR TROOPS…Nearly 100 people attended a candlelight He asked specifically about the sixth- be the case in the next school year. tion” because of turnover. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 vigil at Mindowaskin Park Monday evening. The event marked the fourth anniversary of the United States action in Iraq. The ceremony consisted of grade course, and whether it is the type “We need an assessment of skills for PAGE INDEX readings from soldiers and family members of soldiers who served. It was one of of class that next year’s students could technology at the beginning of each Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9-10 Real Estate .... 13-21 almost 1,100 events nationally, coordinated by MoveOn.org. Warren Rorden and jump into without an elementary- school year. There should then be a Editorial ...... 4-5 Obituary ...... 11 Classifieds .... 22 Nancy Boss organized the local event. school foundation but would still be yearly evaluation of the curriculum.” Community ... 6-8 Sports ...... 13-18 A&E ...... 23-26 Page 12 Thursday, March 22, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication Watts Foundation Gives POLICE BLOTTER

Mountainside Community Bus Westfield to the Union County jail on default of bail. Monday, March 12, Craig A. Coulter, Wednesday, March 14, Jerold W. Ire- By GINA LEVINE-LEVY The council also adopted three or- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader 19, of Berkeley Heights was arrested at land, Jr., 18, of Scotch Plains was arrested dinances. The first issues $180,000 to Westfield police headquarters on a traffic during a motor vehicle stop at South Av- MOUNTAINSIDE — Mayor resurface the final section of Central warrant issued by the Berkeley Heights enue and Crossway Place for contempt of Robert Viglianti accepted the keys Avenue. The state Department of Municipal Court. He was released after court on a traffic warrant issued by East to the borough’s new “community Transportation (DOT) will match that posting $275 bail. Windsor. He was released after posting bus” in front of a packed house at amount through a grant. Monday, March 12, Damon Ross, 34, of $394 bail. Tuesday night’s borough council “This will make 100 percent of Roselle was arrested at the Plainfield Police Thursday, March 15, Tyfees Hamler, Department on three traffic warrants issued 21, of Newark was arrested on the 400 meeting. Central Avenue complete,” the mayor by the Westfield Municipal Court, with a block of East Broad Street on a no-bail The handicapped-accessible bus is said, adding the project was done in total of $530 bail, which he posted. Ross warrant issued by State Superior Court the “first of many benefits” donated five increments to allow for grant also posted $50 bail on a traffic warrant and on a $500 Newark traffic warrant. He by the Watts Mountainside Commu- funding. issued by the Cranford Municipal Court. He was committed on default of bail to the nity Foundation, according to the The second ordinance appropriated was released after posting all bail. Union County jail. mayor. funds for the aforementioned police Monday, March 12, after conducting a Friday, March 16, George Pacheco, 55, The foundation began with an en- vehicle. Michael Pollack for The Westfield Leader random license plate check, William of Manasquan was arrested at Westfield BLOOD, SWEAT AND TEARS…Last Tuesday, Mayor Andy Skibitsky honors Ravaioli, 3rd, 29, of Mountainside was police headquarters on a contempt of court dowment left by long-time borough The third ordinance amends “types the Westfield/Mountainside Chapter of the American Red Cross for 90 years of residents, Blanche and George Watts. of vital statistics records” available at arrested at Mountain and Kimball Av- warrant issued by Ocean Township. He service. Pictured with the mayor is Maureen Kaufman, executive director of the enues on three contempt-of-court traffic was being held in lieu of $500 bail. “In their hearts, Mountainside was a cost of $15 per record. The ordi- Westfield/Mountainside Chapter. The Red Cross will hold a blood drive at its Elm warrants from Westfield. He was released Friday, March 16, Anthony Mazzilli, their child,” Mayor Viglianti said. He nance adds the category of “domestic Street location on Wednesday, April 4, from 3 to 8 p.m. after posting a total of $165 bail. 18, of Mountainside was arrested on an said the vehicle would aide borough partnership.” Tuesday, March 13, Ryan D. Loughman, active traffic warrant issued by residents confined to a wheelchair. The council introduced a bond or- 30, of Wall was arrested at Westfield po- Mountainside during a motor vehicle stop In other business, the council passed dinance that would “authorize im- Garwood BOE Silent lice headquarters for alleged violation of a at South Avenue and Elmer Street. He multiple resolutions, including one provements to recreation facilities and restraining order, terroristic threats and was released after posting $650 bail. to purchase a 2007 Dodge Durango purchase of recreation equipment” in public communication of obscenity. He Friday, March 16, Callie Meserole, 18, police vehicle for $20,569. The sport the amount of $127,500. On Size of Tax Increase later was released on $450 cash bail. of Westfield was arrested and charged utility vehicle (SUV) will replace a The council recognized multiple BY KATHY MARQUES merous students and even teachers Tuesday, March 13, Kimberly Sorrentino, with shoplifting at a business in the 600 Specifically written for The Westfield Leader 45, of Westfield was arrested at Westfield block of North Avenue, West. She was retired police cruiser. residents at Tuesday’s meeting. were stunned,” he said. police headquarters on an outstanding traf- released on her own recognizance. Another resolution authorized a A resolution of commendation rec- GARWOOD – The board of educa- Education Foundation of Garwood fic warrant issued by North Plainfield. She Friday, March 16, Joseph Kabutu, 32, $15,000 agreement with Garden State ognized Brian Kinney and Jo Vargo tion did not discuss its 2007-2008 liaison Lisa Marano said a staff ap- was released after posting $750 bail. of Fords was arrested at the Somerset Fireworks for the July 4 fireworks. for their “commitment and dedica- budget at Tuesday night’s meeting, preciation dinner/dance would be held Wednesday, March 14, Ricardo G. Porras, County jail on an active Westfield traffic The borough will pay half of that tion” to the Cub Scouts. Mr. Kinney but at last week’s council meeting, on April 26 at The Westwood on 24, of Elizabeth was arrested at Elizabeth warrant. He was held in lieu of $250 bail. amount. The borough Fire Company is a former den leader and cubmaster Councilwoman Kathleen Villaggio, North Avenue. The foundation will police headquarters on a contempt-of-court Saturday, March 17, an eatery on the and Police Athletic League (PAL) since 1999. Ms. Vargo has been a den council liaison to the school board, award former Garwood resident and traffic warrant that was issued by the 1100 block of West South Avenue was will each pay one-fourth of the cost. leader since 1999 and community spoke with The Westfield Leader about Superintendent of the New Jersey Westfield Municipal Court. Porras was forcibly entered during the overnight hours, The governing body approved a chairman since 2001. it. State Police Joseph “Rick” Fuentes transported to Westfield police headquar- police said. Entry was gained through the ters, processed and held on $500 bail. front door, which was locked at the time resolution to appoint Councilman Ms. Vargo said, “Just the little “The board is requesting an adjust- with a “People Making a Difference” He also was processed on another con- the incident occurred, police said. Ap- Robert Messler as representative to thanks I get from a scout here and ment to the base tax levy in the amount award. Tickets are $40. For more in- tempt-of-court traffic warrant issued by the proximately $2,000 was reported missing. the Union County Transportation Ad- there is the reason why I do it.” of $120,000 for increases in special- formation, call (908) 789-0331, ext. Newark Municipal Court and held on an Sunday, March 18, Brian Dempsey, visory Board. Mr. Kinney thanked the scouts’ education costs over $40,000 per stu- 1450. additional $500 bail. Porras was committed 27, of Plainfield was arrested at South Another resolution awarded the parents, saying the organization dent; and $242,250 for increases in Avenue and Boulevard for allegedly driv- contract for the “installation of lights “wouldn’t work” without them. tuition for our send/receive relation- ing while intoxicated. He was released to at Deerfield (School) baseball field” Two residents received the Mabel ship (with the Clark Board of Educa- a responsible individual. to Quality Electrical Construction Young Good Neighbor Award. Award tion for Arthur L. Johnson High Westfield Town Council Mountainside Company in West Keansburg for recipient Mary Greeley was recog- School). The proposed budget repre- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Tuesday, March 13, Warren L. Toney, 41, of Newark was arrested at the $107,425. nized for her nearly 20-year commit- sents a 38-point tax increase. On a doesn’t need to have increases that are According to Mr. Caruana, Mr. Spector Monmouth County jail for an outstanding ment to the Girl Scouts, for which she house assessed at $100,000, it commensurate with full-time non- said the downtown business district is warrant in the amount of $999. serves as town coordinator. amounts to an increase of $188 for aligned town employees.” being “inadequately served by the town Wednesday, March 14, Mario L. Rosa, WF Divers The mother of five was also ac- the remainder of 2007 and $188 for Mr. Haas told The Leader, “I don’t and its police department even more so 36, of Wayne was arrested by the New CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 knowledged for organizing educa- the first six months of 2008, totaling think that an industry would treat part- because they pay an additional assess- Jersey State Police on an outstanding in Clark and remains active on its tional events in Mountainside and $376 for the entire fiscal budgeting time professionals that way. We should ment.” Mr. Spector said at Monday’s Mountainside warrant. He was also board. singing at the borough’s annual tree- school year.” look at them and see if a raise is appro- meeting that the enforcement presence charged with outstanding warrants out of Westfield Mayor Andy Skibitsky lighting ceremony. A tax point equals $18,200 in priate. To just automatically give them needs to be stronger when policing Morristown and Bernardsville. described the events as a “tragic Ted Weeks, a resident of 50 years, Garwood, for a total proposed school what we’re giving the non-aligned teenagers in downtown Westfield, spe- Thursday, March 15, Jeffrey M. Padovano, 29, of Springfield was arrested accident.” He said, “three young received the award for years of com- tax increase of $691,600. people just doesn’t make sense to me.” cifically on Central Avenue. after a motor vehicle stop for speeding men lost their lives. Our hearts and munity service, including his posi- At Tuesday’s meeting, BOE mem- In other business, Town Adminis- Mr. Gildea said, “police presence and charged with driving with a sus- prayers go out to their families. tion on the family selection commit- ber Gary Maher spoke about a rec- trator Jim Gildea said his Scotch Plains has been an issue for two-and-a-half pended license. Westfield residents will be there to tee for Habitat for Humanity. ommendation in which the BOE counterpart, Township Manager Tom to three years. We’ve had complaints Thursday, March 15, a resident of Friar help them get through the difficult Mr. Weeks has also served as would use store mats, valued at Atkins, has “requested separately for about loitering around the Starbucks Lane reported that someone obtained her times ahead.” county committee representative; co- $1,575, owned by the borough. The potential lease of space at our conser- and Rialto Theatre area.” credit card information and paid college The wake for Mr. Walsweer will be chairman of the Parent-Teacher As- mats would be placed on the gym vation center to perform half of their He said, “Most complaints are is- tuition with it. Police said it is unknown held at Higgins and Bonner Echo sociation fair, a driver for the walls to protect students; recreational gumball program in the spring and sues inside the store, and those are how the card information was obtained. Lake Funeral Home, located at 582 community’s elderly and a member committees could also use them. their leaf program in the fall.” The not our responsibility.” He said there Saturday, March 17, Natasha C. McCall, 26, of Irvington was arrested Springfield Avenue in Westfield, to- of the borough’s Centennial Celebra- Since the borough owns the mats township’s interest in the Lamberts is a “misconception about the police’s following a motor vehicle stop for a loud day, March 22, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 tion committee. and the BOE would be able to use and Mill Road site arose after Scotch Plains role,” in addition to a “manpower muffler and charged with driving with a to 8 p.m. The Memorial Mass for him Both recipients’ names have been store them, board members ques- lost the use of Jerseyland Park. Scotch issue.” He said Police Chief John suspended license. She was also charged will be held tomorrow, March 23, at added to a placard that hangs in bor- tioned who would pay for the mats’ Plains has set a mid-April deadline to Parizeau is working to establish a with an active warrant out of Maplewood 10 a.m. at St. Anne’s Roman Catholic ough hall. This is the 25th year the wear and tear or damage. They agreed move forward with the plan. substation in downtown Westfield in the amount of $229. Church on North Avenue in Garwood. award has been given. they need further clarification before Mr. Gildea noted that Westfield has similar to one formerly housed near Monday, March 19, Greg L. Rollins, Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery Mayor Viglianti acknowledged the voting on the recommendation. space to accommodate the request. the 7-11 on South Avenue. 44, of Plainfield was arrested after a mo- in Westfield. full house at the meeting, saying, Union County Educational Ser- Mayor Andy Skibitsky said, “They On Mr. Spector’s allegations, Mr. tor vehicle stop for failure to maintain a Visitation for Mr. Stanley will be “What you’ve been seeing this vices Commission (UCESC) liaison haven’t gotten back to us on the hold- Gildea said, “There is some miscon- lane, which revealed he was driving with a suspended license. held tomorrow at Higgins & Bonner evening is exactly what makes Linda Koenig said, “Hillcrest Acad- harmless agreement for their citizens ception on his part about what he was Scotch Plains from 7 to 9 p.m. A service will be held Mountainside Mountainside.” emy will not be relocating to St. Anne using the conservation center…I don’t expecting and what we can Monday, March 12, Preston McCloud, at the funeral home on Saturday at 10 The council holds meetings the in Garwood. Instead, Hillcrest will be think we should spend much time on provide…His message that we don’t 22, of Roselle was arrested for theft after a.m., with the burial following at 11:15 second and third Tuesdays of each going to 571 Lamberts Mill Road in that until they agree to that concept. If provide services is absolutely untrue.” he left a Route 22 gas station without a.m. at Fairview Cemetery. month at 8 p.m. in borough hall. Westfield. That building can hold at they do, then we give it to the public Mr. Caruana said, “Police fight paying. According to police, the atten- least 400 students.” works committee for an evaluation. crimes; they don’t baby-sit teenagers dant was able to identify the vehicle and The school will be shared with We’d be remiss if we didn’t at least …We provide adequate, needed cov- McCloud was later apprehended. UCESC’s Westlake School and look into a shared-services program.” erage on an as-needed basis.” Tuesday, March 13, a resident of Beadlestown High School. Real es- Mr. Caruana, the liaison to the Down- [See the front-page DWC story for Westfield Avenue reported someone en- tered his vehicle and removed his briefcase. tate developer James Ward has pur- town Westfield Corporation (DWC), more information.] Wednesday, March 14, a Plainfield chased St. Anne’s School and had relayed a “very strong opinion” made The council also discussed the pos- Avenue business owner reported that considered leasing it to a govern- by resident and business owner Joe sibility of extending the timeframe someone damaged his vehicle while it ment agency, but now wants to build Spector at Monday’s DWC meeting. for sidewalk cafés. was parked in his driveway. age-restricted housing on the prop- Thursday, March 15, a resident of erty. Union Avenue reported that someones The Parent and Teachers Associa- Jury Finds Plf. Man Guilty broke the rear wiper off his vehicle while tion (PTA) will hold a clothing drive it was parked in the driveway. on Saturday, March 31. Friday, March 16, a Manitou Way resi- Of Eluding WF, MS Police dent reported that he made a purchase on An eighth-grade class trip to EBay using his credit card. According to Gettysburg, Lancaster and Philadel- AREA – A 62-year-old Plainfield watched the Mercedes turn onto Route police, when the victim went to pick up phia, Pa., will be held May 31 to June man faces up to 30 years in prison after 22 East by cutting off a large tractor- the item, there was a lien on it and he was 1. a jury found him guilty last Wednes- trailer. Idowu’s speed increased to over unable to take it. The seller fraudulently The March 2 “Read Across day of eluding the police, possession 70 m.p.h. as he drove between lanes represented the item he was selling, which America” day, sponsored by the Na- of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and on the shoulder of Route 22. was valued at $4,000, police said. tional Education Association, was two counts of aggravated assault and Idowu exited Route 22 via the New Friday, March 16, a driver traveling on well received, Superintendent of two counts of simple assault. Providence Road exit and headed into Route 22 reported that another driver cut Schools William Murphy said. The jury returned the verdict on Mountainside. Mountainside police him off and proceeded to get out of his vehicle and throw a brick at the victim’s “Students and teachers enjoyed March 13 against Adewale Idowu of picked up the chase and followed the windshield, causing damage. It is un- reading throughout the day. I was Plainfield after a four-day trial in State car into the municipal parking lot, known why the suspect caused the dam- even dressed as Dr. Seuss, and nu- Superior Court judge James Heimlich’s authorities said. Officer Rodger age, police said. courtroom at the Union County Court- stopped his patrol car to block Idowu’s Fanwood Gina Levy for The Westfield Leader Nat’l Newspaper Website house in which Idowu refused the as- exit from the parking lot. Tuesday, March 13, Kamil S. A GOOD NEIGHBOR…Mabel Young Good Neighbor Award recipient Mary sistance of counsel and represented him- Idowu first hit a gold SUV that had Matthews, 21, of Orange was arrested for Greeley celebrates with Mayor Robert Viglianti, right, husband Robert, left, and Quotes Leader Reporter an outstanding Mountainside warrant af- children, MaryCate and Robert. self at trial, according the Union County just exited Route 22 and then drove SCOTCH PLAINS – USA Today’s Prosecutor’s Office. his car directly toward Officer ter a motor vehicle stop on North Avenue. “On Deadline” weblog quoted The West Front Street resident led Rodger’s patrol car. Officer Rodger Wednesday, March 14, Carla Harris, Westfield Leader and Scotch Plains- 36, of Plainfield was arrested and charged police on a chase that started and ended was able to move his car fast enough with shoplifting at a South Avenue gro- DWC Board Meeting Fanwood Times reporter Nordette in Westfield on January 27, 2006. to avoid being hit, but the maneuver cery store. According to police, a store CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Adams on March 19 regarding a video According to Union County assis- allowed Idowu enough room to exit employee notified authorities when the The board also approved a maxi- Store. that has sparked national political tant prosecutor Jillian Reyes, who tried and escape, authorities said. suspect was seen leaving the store with mum signage grant for Rita’s Italian In other business, the executive di- debate. Under breaking news, the the case, Westfield police officer Ja- The Mercedes headed back toward $100 worth of shrimp without paying. Ice, which will be located at 107 rector said a new image campaign paper’s website referred to Ms. son Rodger was on patrol at about 1 Westfield, now with multiple police Harris fled in a vehicle, but was later Quimby Street. The storefront will will “put a real focus on retail” in Adams’s “Confessions of a Jersey p.m. at the intersection of West South cars in pursuit. At the intersection of apprehended, police said. have a sandblasted sign and canvas town. The slogan includes the Goddess” weblog post about the ren- Avenue and Crossway Place in North and Hetfield Avenues, Idowu Wednesday, March 14, Veronicah K. retractable awning. catchphrase “service, style and so egade political Internet video ad at Westfield when he witnessed a brown entered the Sovereign Bank parking Asuta, 28, of Franklin Park was arrested The grant will cover a portion of much more.” The campaign ad fea- YouTube.com called “Hillary 1984.” for an outstanding Greenbrook warrant Mercedes-Benz narrowly avoid caus- lot, where he tried, again unsuccess- after a motor vehicle stop. the $6,500 cost. Blair Delmonico, the tures an image of a businesswoman The video appears to promote Presi- ing an accident. Rodger followed the fully, to ram another police car, this one Thursday, March 15, Robert M. Jacob, former tenant of that location, had holding a coffee cup and walking dential candidate Barack Obama, car as it abruptly turned right onto driven by Westfield Police Captain 39, of Montague was arrested on Terrill received approval for a façade grant downtown. bashes Hillary Clinton and has re- Crossway Place and continued fol- David Wayman, authorities said. Road for outstanding warrants out of that was never used. Mrs. Cronin said design plans are ceived more than 350,000 views since lowing the car as the driver ran a series Further along North Avenue, Idowu Newton after a field investigation. The third façade grant was for progressing for streetscape develop- being posted in early March. Its cre- of red lights and stop signs. once again drove directly at another Gaucho’s Brazilian Grill. The restau- ment on South Avenue. The DWC ator remains anonymous. “Officer Rodger activated his lights police car in an attempt to hit it head- Residents Report rant, to open at 615 South Avenue will apply for a state grant to cover “I was surprised to be quoted with and siren and attempted to get the driver on. A quick maneuver on the part of West, is “making a sizeable invest- part of the cost. two experts,” said Ms. Adams. “I think to pull over,” Ms. Reyes said. “Mr. Police Officer Robert Weiss avoided Property Damage ment,” Mrs. Cronin said. Mr. Caruana said the DWC would of myself as a highly opinionated Idowu, who was driving the car, re- a collision. By SUZETTE F. STALKER Plans, estimated to cost about have to lay out “phase two” of the writer, which is why I blog.” fused to stop and continued toward The chase ended where it began, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader $15,000, include new doors, signs, an South Avenue project to see “how it The YouTube video alters Apple Scotch Plains. Along the way he nar- when Idowu collided with two cars WESTFIELD – More than half a dozen awning and a replacement window. fits the town’s timeline.” computer’s 1984 famous Super Bowl rowly missed a Fed-Ex truck at the waiting at a stop sign on Crossway incidents of property damage were re- Mr. Verdic said the larger grant for During open discussion by citizens, commercial and paints Hillary Clinton intersection of Crestwood and Morse Place, authorities said. The driver of ported to police on March 17, involving improvements should go to the prop- WeCare member Jacqueline Brevard as a Big Brother-type figure from Avenue after running another stop sign.” one of the cars, a teacher at Westfield homes on Boulevard and Summit Av- erty owner, rather than the tenant, said she “commends” the DWC’s ef- George Orwell’s novel “1984.” It ends According to the prosecutor’s of- High School, suffered minor injuries. enue in Westfield. because some changes are perma- fort to improve South Avenue. with an advertisement for Mr. Obama’s fice, Officer Rodger continued the Idowu was arrested at the scene. Sergeant Scott Rodger of the Westfield Police Department confirmed to The nent. Mr. Gildea said the town is stream- website. Mr. Obama’s campaign de- pursuit and saw Idowu driving down Ms. Reyes said that in his wallet, Westfield Leader Tuesday that six of the Town Council liaison Sal Caruana lining the permit-parking process by nies any connection to the video. the middle of Ascot Road at over 50 Idowu was carrying a Nigerian I.D. incidents took place in the 600 block of suggested capping grants to prevent “merging” lists of permit holders from Ms. Adams said she believes USA miles per hour and heading north bearing his photo, but issued in a differ- Boulevard, while one was reported on the property owners from requesting all lots. He said one list would help Today quoted her post because she until, after more turns and missed ent name. She added, “Police found an 600 block of Summit Avenue. matching grants. “better” manage the parking situa- was one of few bloggers early on who stop signs, he drove down the wrong Illinois driver’s license in his right sock All of the incidents of apparent crimi- Mr. Spector said future tenants tion. explained why she didn’t think Obama side of Westfield Road, nearly collid- and later discovered that his New Jer- nal mischief occurred during the over- should not be “precluded from taking Mr. Gildea said 22 open permit supporters produced the unofficial po- ing with oncoming traffic. sey driver’s license had been suspended. night hours and were reported to police that kind of grant.” Mr. Spector said spots were recently filled, but that litical ad, and she backed up her The race down Westfield Road con- The brown Mercedes Benz was appar- between 8:45 and 9:25 a.m. last Saturday, this property came with multiple there is a four-year waiting list. thoughts with references. Mega-tech- tinued past the Brunner Elementary ently unregistered, the license plates Sgt. Rodger said. Homeowners on Boulevard reported “negatives” because of its size and Mr. Spector asked Mr. Gildea if a nology websites like CNET.com and School, where Idowu again crossed were fraudulent and the VIN number damage to a mailbox, the glass to a rear the amount of work needed. sewer-replacement plan is being de- iTwire.com also quoted the reporter the double yellow lines and drove on on the car had been removed.” storm door, two porch lights and multiple Mrs. Cronin announced Lucky veloped for downtown. The town ad- because her post discussed how the the wrong side of the road, forcing Idowu’s sentencing is scheduled for light poles. In the incident on Summit Brand Jeans would open at 254 East ministrator said “it is in the works,” Internet impacts political messaging. oncoming traffic onto the shoulder, Thursday, May 3. His case has also Avenue, the homeowner reported a lad- Broad Street, the former location of but it is slow going because of phase Read Ms. Adams’s weblog at authorities said. been referred to the U.S. Immigration der to a swing set located in the rear yard Haagen Dazs and The Town Book planning required by the state. jerseygoddess.blogspot.com. Ms. Reyes said Officer Rodger and Customs Enforcement Agency. of his property was damaged. USPS 485200 Thursday, March 22, 2007 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 48TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 12-2007 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SP-F BOE Opts to Fund German, Choral Dir., Hopes to Save ROTC By NORDETTE N. ADAMS in the proposed school budget. Offi- At that meeting, the board will vote Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times cials also said the administration to approve its final budget. On Tues- SCOTCH PLAINS — At its final hopes to restore ROTC. day, April 17, voters decide whether budget workshop last Thursday night “A lot has happened in the last seven to approve the school budget. at Evergreen Elementary School, the days, and a lot can happen in the next According to the BOE website, the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of 12 days,” said BOE President Thomas tentative budget’s total is $74.3 mil- Education told about 80 parents and Russo. “The next 12 days” refers to lion, which includes debt service at students that the administration has time between last Thursday’s meeting $2.4 million. The total tax levy is restored lower-middle-school Ger- and the upcoming Tuesday, March 27, $64.45 million. For Scotch Plains resi- man and one music teacher position public hearing on the school budget. dents, the average tax increase would be $22 per $121,000 assessed home. Fanwood residents would see a de- crease of $89 per $84,000 assessed home. Business Administrator Anthony DelSordi and Superintendent of Schools Margaret Hayes said the ten- tative budget’s total has not changed since the previous public meeting re- garding the budget. The administration’s restorations result from moving money around accounts, Mr. DelSordi and Ms. Hayes said. “We will be able to continue to Benjamin B. Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times offer German to our fifth and sixth CHANGING WEATHER…The greens of the Mini-Golf course at Scotch Hills Country Club in Scotch Plains emerge graders next year despite maintain- through the snow as the first days of spring arrive. ing the reduction of one German teacher,” Ms. Hayes said. “We will reassign teaching staff.... A few classes may experience larger class sizes, but 2 Westfield Divers Die in Scuba this will save the program during this tight budget year.” Ted Ritter for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times She told listeners that having teach- APPROVED...Fanwood Borough planning consultant Paul Ricci of T&M Asso- Diving Accident; 3rd Survives ciates (right) responds to a question from resident Donald Close (left) during a ing supervisors teach one class each, seeking greater reductions in supply By WAYNE BAKER Spiegel Grove, a 510-foot-long former sister, Simone Muscarnera, told The public hearing about a proposed zoning change at the March 13 council meeting. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times The governing body approved the measure. costs and postponing other expendi- Navy support ship. The vessel, a 1950s Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that tures makes the district “able to post- WESTFIELD — Two Westfield vintage designated as a dock-landing their parents were “best friends” and pone the reduction of one music residents died Friday in a scuba div- ship, used to launch smaller boats re-introduced the couple after col- Fanwood to Apply for teacher.” ing accident off Key Largo, Fla.; a during an amphibious attack, accord- lege. However, some cuts remain on the Chatham man also perished and one ing to several websites. The Spiegel Robert Algarin, a local architect table. “Reductions in media (library Westfielder survived. Jonathan Grove was sunk in 2002 to form an who had done work for the Walsweers, ‘Extraordinary Aid’ Again staff), clerical, a grounds person, Walsweer and Scott Stanley drowned artificial reef and dive site. described him as “a really terrific By TED RITTER Scotch Plains] libraries…that would classroom aides and the Substance along with Kevin Coughlin of Press releases from the Monroe guy.” Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times have a big impact in a positive way.” Abuse Coordinator (SAC) position Chatham in the incident. Howard County, Fla., Sheriff’s Office said the Mr. Stanley, 55, was a part owner FANWOOD – Borough officials At the governing body’s March 13 are still being looked at but have not Spialter, also of Westfield, survived four divers were performing a pen- of The Carpet Mill in East Hanover. this week put the finishing touches on meeting, Council President Katherine been reinstated,” she said. the accident. etration dive. R.J. Hartman, owner of He also was certified as an instructor Fanwood’s application for funding Mitchell said that, in addition to explor- Officials told the crowd that plans The incident occurred while the Treasure Cove Watersports, a dive in both scuba diving and karate. Mr. from the state Department of Com- ing shared services initiatives and other CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 four were diving inside the U.S.S. shop on South Avenue in Westfield, Stanley came to the area at the end of munity Affairs’ Extraordinary Mu- cost-saving measures, “we have to keep said this type of dive involves enter- high school. The Stanleys lived on nicipal Aid program. Mayor Colleen up the pressure on the State Legislature ing a sunken ship and involves sig- Harrison Avenue for about two years, Mahr said the borough expected to to ease our [property tax] burden.” Atkins Favors 5-Percent Tax nificantly more risk than an open- after living in Cranford for many meet the tomorrow’s March 23 appli- Mr. Tomkins said the borough water dive. years. cation deadline. wouldn’t hear whether it would re- People familiar with diving said Marianne Stanley, Mr. Stanley’s This year’s earlier program applica- ceive extraordinary aid until the state Hike for Municipal Budget silt inside the wreck had compro- wife, said she met Mr. Stanley at tion deadline, which was extended for budget is finalized in late June. By FRED T. ROSSI was about 4.5 percent. mised the divers’ visibility. Mr. Union College, now Union County two additional weeks, prompted Mayor “I can’t imagine the state allowing Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times “I would not be uncomfortable with Hartman said that, since ships are College. The Stanleys have two adult Mahr and the council to introduce the itself to go through (last year’s de- SCOTCH PLAINS — Township seven or eight points,” Mr. Atkins said. made of steel, “anytime you stick children, Lauren and David. municipal budget sooner than last year. layed budget and state government Manager Thomas Atkins told the At the council’s latest budget meet- steel into a salt-water environment, it Mr. Spialter, 52, the lone survivor They introduced proposed budget, shutdown) debacle again; that was an township council last week that, ing last Wednesday — where the gov- begins to rust…Bubbles (from your of the dive, is a lawyer with his own ringing up at about $8.2 million, at a embarrassment to everybody,” he said. backed by the highest surplus since erning body began to discuss rev- scuba gear) would normally float to practice in Union. He is a past presi- special meeting on March 6. Last year’s In the case of a similar delay, Mayor 1998, Scotch Plains could support a enues after six meetings devoted to the surface if they were not in an dent of Temple Beth O’r/Beth Torah budget totaled about $7.9 million. Mahr said estimated tax bills for the seven- or eight-point municipal tax the proposed $23.3 million in appro- overhead environment…[they] dis- in Clark and remains active on its The proposed tax levy is so far third quarter “are a possibility.” Resi- increase and “still be in a good finan- priations — Mr. Atkins outlined how lodge the rust and it begins to rain board. about 7.1 percent, or $750,000, more dents would be notified ahead of time cial position for 2008.” the township government had regen- down.” Westfield Mayor Andy Skibitsky than last year, according to borough should estimated bills be prepared A tax point in Scotch Plains equals erated nearly $2.8 million in surplus Chief Financial Officer Fred Tomkins. for mailing, she said. more than $99,000. last year, nearly 38 percent more than This would translate to a tax increase In developing the proposed bud- Such an increase would raise the in 2005. of about $600 for a typical homeowner; get, Mr. Tomkins said, “This year, we tax rate for the municipal portion of The township realized more than however, Mayor Mahr – noting the did something a little bit different.” local property tax bills from $1.39 $640,000 more in excess miscella- difference between and introduced and Rather than holding a series of full per $100 of assessed value to $1.46 or neous revenues than it had antici- adopted budget – said this rate “will borough-council budget meetings, he $1.47 per $100, or about 5 percent. pated, more than half of which came certainly not be what it is in the end” CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Last year’s municipal tax increase from construction code fees related, when the budget is finalized. in part, to the Heather Glen age-re- At the March 6 meeting, Mr. stricted housing development and the Tomkins said the borough decided to Council Urges SID Opponents Robert Wood Johnson wellness facil- apply for extraordinary aid “because ity on Lamberts Mills Road. The lo- of its significance to the borough in cal government also collected nearly terms of its tax levy.” To Take Part in SP Meetings $230,000 more in delinquent taxes Fanwood has received extraordi- By FRED T. ROSSI tin Marks said Councilwoman Nancy than originally anticipated, as well as nary aid, which can only be used to Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Malool, who is heading the effort but $496,000 in miscellaneous revenue lower the municipal tax levy, in two SCOTCH PLAINS – The township was absent that night, wanted to make that was not anticipated a year ago. of the past three years; last year’s council wants to include time for dis- certain her council colleagues fully sup- Mr. Atkins noted the regenerated check totaled $350,000. cussions at forthcoming meetings to ported a new effort to pursue a SID. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Mr. Tomkins said such aid is not consider establishing a Special Im- The mayor said Mrs. Malool spe- guaranteed and is not intended to be provement District (SID) for the cifically “wants to reach out to those SPF School Candidates permanent; rather, he said it “gets us downtown. The council said, at Tues- who came out in opposition” at the through” until the borough’s tax day night’s meeting, that they want to June 2004 public hearings on the SID To Discuss Issues ratables base increases once various hear comments from supporters and ordinance and “invite them to these SCOTCH PLAINS – A forum for local redevelopment projects begin opponents of the concept. opening meetings to hear them out on voters to hear the positions of candi- Wayne Baker for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times phasing in starting next year. Last month, the council agreed to their opposition and see if there’s any dates for the Scotch Plains-Fanwood LOCAL ROOTS…Two Westfield residents who drowned in a weekend scuba During a telephone interview with revisit the matter, three years after it common ground.” school board will be held on Thurs- diving accident off Key Largo, Fla., had been instructors at Treasure Cove The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times, voted down an ordinance to create a Councilman Kevin Glover said, day, March 29, at 7:30 p.m. Watersports, a dive shop on South Avenue in Westfield. A third Westfield resident Mr. Tomkins said that, looking ahead, SID in the face of vocal opposition “Let’s put it out there” so the council This event will be held in the board is the only survivor among the four divers on that trip. “we have also talked about the idea of from a group of property owners. can hear from both supporters and meeting room in the district’s admin- He said silt can take an hour or described the events as a “tragic acci- possibly combining the [Fanwood and At Tuesday’s meeting, Mayor Mar- opponents. He also favored meeting istrative offices at Evergreen Avenue more to settle. The divers’ decision dent.” He said, “three young men lost with representatives from nearby and Cedar Street. to use strobes, rather than dive reels their lives. Our hearts and prayers go towns that have set up similar down- In Scotch Plains, the four candidates (a cord), to mark their route out has out to their families. Westfield resi- town improvement districts, such as for two seats are: Jane Costello, Nancy been identified as a likely contribu- dents will be there to help them get Cranford and Westfield, to hear spe- Bauer, John Kubie and David tor to their deaths. According to through the difficult times ahead.” cifically about how initial opposition Gorbunoff. In Fanwood, Rob O’Connor sheriff’s department reports, they had The wake for Mr. Walsweer will be was overcome in their towns. (incumbent and unopposed) is running brought reserve air tanks aboard the held at Higgins and Bonner Echo Mayor Marks told the council, as he for the one seat up for election. wreck, but those proved useless when Lake Funeral Home, located at 582 did last month, that, if a new SID The event, which will be moderated they ran out of air before locating Springfield Avenue in Westfield, to- ordinance is ultimately put forward, by former Parent-Teacher Association them. day, March 22, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 officials should expect “vocal and ve- Council President Barbara Becky Herrin, a public informa- to 8 p.m. A Memorial Mass for him hement opposition” from downtown Cronenberger-Meyer, will begin with tion officer with the Monroe County will be held on tomorrow, March 23, property owners at any public hear- a brief statement from each candidate. Sheriff’s Department, described the at 10 a.m. at St. Anne’s Roman Catho- ings, similar to what occurred in 2004. The PTA Council and the Scotch incident as the worst diving accident lic Church on North Avenue in The council plans to begin holding Plains-Fanwood High School Junior loss of life that she was aware of in Garwood. Burial will be at Fairview meetings on the SID proposal in the Statesman Association will pose ques- that area. She said three other deaths Cemetery in Westfield. next few weeks. tions. The public will have the oppor- had occurred on the wreck, but all Visitation for Mr. Stanley will be In other business, the council agreed tunity to ask questions and gain in- were single fatalities. held tomorrow at Higgins & Bonner to cut in half a $13,625 proposal from sights into the candidates’ views. Mr. Walsweer, 38, was a Westfield from 7 to 9 p.m. A service will be held Mary Moody, the township planning The school board and budget elec- native and St. Marks Avenue resi- at the funeral home on Saturday at 10 board’s professional planner, for her tion will be held on Tuesday, April dent. He lived with his wife, Regina, a.m., with the burial following at 11:15 Wayne Baker for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times REMEMBERING OUR TROOPS…Nearly 100 people attended a candlelight input in implementing some of the 17, from 2 to 9 p.m. Information on and two young sons. Mrs. Walsweer’s a.m. at Fairview Cemetery. vigil at Mindowaskin Park Monday evening. The event marked the fourth issues that were identified in the re- voting and applications for absentee anniversary of the U.S. action in Iraq. The ceremony consisted of readings from cently-completed Master Plan re-ex- ballots is available at spfk12.org. PAGE INDEX soldiers and family members of soldiers who served. It was one of almost 1,100 amination. Ms. Moody’s cost-esti- For more information, contact Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9-10 Real Estate .... 13-21 events nationally, coordinated by MoveOn.org. Warren Rorden and Nancy Boss mate proposal included providing Michele Blanck, PTA Council vice Editorial ...... 4-5 Obituary ...... 11 Classifieds .... 22 organized the local event. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 president, at (908) 322-5937. Community ... 6-8 Sports ...... 13-18 A&E ...... 23-26 Page 12 Thursday, March 22, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION FW Planning Board Raises POLICE BLOTTER

Concerns About TDR Scotch Plains Tuesday, March 13, Ryan D. Loughman, By MICHELLE BUCCOLA “Our feeling was that it might be a Monday, March 12, Preston McCloud, 30, of Wall was arrested at Westfield po- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times 22, of Roselle was arrested for theft after lice headquarters for alleged violation of a bit of a turn-off to property owners in he left a Route 22 gas station without restraining order, terroristic threats and FANWOOD — In a special meet- the sending district,” he said. paying. According to police, the atten- public communication of obscenity. He ing of the borough planning board on The next issue Mr. Slachetka ad- dant was able to identify the vehicle and later was released on $450 cash bail. Monday, Stanley Slachetka of T&M dressed was the enforcement of pres- McCloud was later apprehended. Tuesday, March 13, Kimberly Sorrentino, Associates responded to board mem- ervation and restoration. At the Tuesday, March 13, a resident of 45, of Westfield was arrested at Westfield bers’ questions about the Transfer of program’s adoption, the TDR com- Westfield Avenue reported someone en- police headquarters on an outstanding traf- Development Rights (TDR) program. mittee will keep photographic records tered his vehicle and removed his briefcase. fic warrant issued by North Plainfield. She TDR will allow property owners in of the homes in the sending district. Wednesday, March 14, a Plainfield was released after posting $750 bail. the receiving district, the South Av- Monies issued for preservation and Avenue business owner reported that Wednesday, March 14, Ricardo G. someone damaged his vehicle while it Porras, 24, of Elizabeth was arrested at enue Corridor, to purchase develop- maintenance will be deposited into an was parked in his driveway. Elizabeth police headquarters pursuant to ment rights from property owners in interest-bearing escrow account, which Thursday, March 15, a resident of a contempt-of-court traffic warrant that the sending district, the Historic Dis- will only be released to the property Union Avenue reported that someones was issued by the Westfield Municipal trict. The goal of the program is to owners once contractors are engaged. broke the rear wiper off his vehicle while Court. Porras was transported to Westfield preserve the Historic District while In addition, all preservation and it was parked in the driveway. police headquarters, processed and held Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Friday, March 16, a Manitou Way resi- on $500 bail. promoting the revitalization of the restoration work must meet the guide- SWEARING TO PROTECT...Steven Freedman is sworn in as a captain in the South Avenue Corridor. lines established by the Historic Pres- dent reported that he made a purchase on He also was processed on another con- Scotch Plains Police Department. The swearing-in ceremonies took place in front EBay using his credit card. According to tempt-of-court traffic warrant issued by the In the program, each development ervation Committee, which would of family members and members of the police department at last week’s township right is allocated a specific number of provide guidance to the board when police, when the victim went to pick up Newark Municipal Court and held on an council meeting. the item, there was a lien on it and he was additional $500 bail. Porras was committed credits, whose monetary value is deter- approving applications. unable to take it. The seller fraudulently to the Union County jail on default of bail. mined by a real-estate market analysis. Board member Peter Sayles asked represented the item he was selling, which Wednesday, March 14, Jerold W. Ire- Mr. Slachetka provided informa- how long compliance with the re- was valued at $4,000, police said. land, Jr., 18, of Scotch Plains was arrested tion in response to questions previ- strictions would be required. For in- SP-F BOE Budget Friday, March 16, a driver traveling on during a motor vehicle stop at South Av- ously submitted by the board mem- stance, he questioned what would CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Route 22 reported that another driver cut enue and Crossway Place for contempt of bers. One question asked him to out- happen if a future property owner to consolidate middle-school sports French or Italian, not German. “If him off and proceeded to get out of his court on a traffic warrant issued by East line the process for property owners tore down anyway. teams remains unchanged. you know one (of those),” she said, vehicle and throw a brick at the victim’s Windsor. He was released after posting in the sending district. Mr. Slachetka “We can’t eliminate criminality,” Regarding ROTC, the district has “you can understand the others.” windshield, causing damage. It is un- $394 bail. described it as a “two-tier process,” Mr. Slachetka. “If a property owner started negotiations with the Air Force Fanwood parent Henry Lubinski known why the suspect caused the dam- Thursday, March 15, Tyfees Hamler, age, police said. 21, of Newark was arrested on the 400 the first of which is to accept a no- did that, it would be a break of the law.” to retain the program, Ms. Hayes said. questioned teachers’ raises. “My sal- Fanwood block of East Broad Street on a no-bail teardown deed restriction. There are Board member Jack Molenaar said She said that SP-F is not the only ary didn’t go up four percent,” he Tuesday, March 13, Kamil S. warrant issued by State Superior Court no restrictions for how the money the board would take the owner to district experiencing decreased en- said. “It only went up two and half Matthews, 21, of Orange was arrested for and on a $500 Newark traffic warrant. He from this transaction may be used. court, like any other violation, and rollment in the program, and she percent.” He wondered whether the an outstanding Mountainside warrant af- was committed on default of bail to the The second option for a property the decision would be in the hands of “hopes the Air Force will be sympa- teachers union would sympathize with ter a motor vehicle stop on North Avenue. Union County jail. owner in the sending district is to sell the judge. thetic” to the district’s funding chal- the district’s state-induced cuts and Wednesday, March 14, Carla Harris, Friday, March 16, George Pacheco, 55, additional credits for preservation and Mr. Sayles asked whether the pres- lenge and allow it to keep ROTC not demand higher teacher salaries. 36, of Plainfield was arrested and charged of Manasquan was arrested at Westfield maintenance. All money from this ervation and restoration requirements despite not having the required 100 Mr. Del Sordi said the union may with shoplifting at a South Avenue gro- police headquarters on a contempt of court transaction must be used to help main- only apply to the exterior of the struc- students and not being able to add have to consider that budget constraints cery store. According to police, a store warrant issued by Ocean Township. He employee notified authorities when the was being held in lieu of $500 bail. tain the historical characteristics of ture. Mr. Slachetka said that the money another staff member next year, as would have a “significant impact on suspect was seen leaving the store with Friday, March 16, Anthony Mazzilli, the structure. might be used for interior improve- the Air Force requires. teachers, who could lose their posi- $100 worth of shrimp without paying. 18, of Mountainside was arrested on an Board chairman Gregory ments, provided the improvements According to board officials, the tions over the next three or four years.” Harris fled in a vehicle, but was later active traffic warrant issued by Cummings asked whether property adhere to Historic Preservation Com- Air Force pays half the salary ex- SP-F Music Boosters Association apprehended, police said. Mountainside during a motor vehicle stop owners are required to sell both de- mittee guidelines. pense for its current ROTC instruc- Co-President Kate Reilly, who spoke at Wednesday, March 14, Veronicah K. at South Avenue and Elmer Street. He velopment rights. Mr. Slachetka ex- John Celardo, board member and tor. If the Air Force allows the district the previous meeting, returned to thank Asuta, 28, of Franklin Park was arrested was released after posting $650 bail. plained that while they can do both, liaison to the Historic Preservation to keep the program, then the admin- the board for restoring Choral Director for an outstanding Greenbrook warrant Friday, March 16, Callie Meserole, 18, they are not required to. However, he Committee, said their guidelines per- istration will comb the budget for the John Brzozowski’s position and sug- after a motor vehicle stop. of Westfield was arrested and charged said, a property owner cannot receive taining to interiors were designed to other half of the salary. gested the board consider corporate Thursday, March 15, Robert M. Jacob, with shoplifting at a business in the 600 39, of Montague was arrested on Terrill block of North Avenue, West. She was credits for preservation and mainte- be as non-restrictive as possible. Mr. Russo said that he is “optimis- sponsorships to help offset expenses. Road for outstanding warrants out of released on her own recognizance. nance unless they have already agreed “We don’t want TDR to be a polic- tic” that some of the remaining cut Scotch Plains parent Jean White Newton after a field investigation. Friday, March 16, Joseph Kabutu, 32, to the no-teardown deed restriction. ing situation,” Mr. Slachetka said. items “may be restored to the budget.” recommended the board look into Westfield of Fords was arrested at the Somerset Mr. Cummings suggested that it “We want the property owners to vol- Throughout the meeting, board alternative revenue sources such as Monday, M 12, Craig A. Coulter, 19, County jail on an active Westfield traffic might be better to require both items untarily participate.” members tossed around ideas for al- leasing land for cell towers, using of Berkeley Heights was arrested at warrant. He was held in lieu of $250 bail. at once, to insure not only the survival With regards to the receiving dis- ternate funding sources and ques- solar panels to save utility cost and Westfield police headquarters on a traffic Saturday, March 17, an eatery on the of the historical homes but also their trict, the South Avenue Corridor, the tioned other expenditures in the bud- doing a work study to evaluate its use warrant issued by the Berkeley Heights 1100 block of West South Avenue was upkeep. Mr. Slachetka replied that board asked Mr. Slachetka to quantify get. Board member Betty Anne of classroom aides. Municipal Court. He was released after forcibly entered during the overnight hours, the committee discussed it but de- more specifically the “interest” he re- Woerner discussed the feasibility of The district’s SAC, Liz Knodel- posting $275 bail. police said. Entry was gained through the Monday, March 12, Damon Ross, 34, of front door, which was locked at the time cided against it. ferred to during his previous presenta- moving more capital projects out of Gordon, spoke regarding her Roselle was arrested at the Plainfield Police the incident occurred, police said. Ap- tion. Mr. Slachetka said while he could the regular operating budget and onto position’s reduction to half time. She Department on three traffic warrants issued proximately $2,000 was reported missing. not assign it a numerical value, mul- bond referendums. She also wanted said unlike the members of other by the Westfield Municipal Court, with a Sunday, March 18, Brian Dempsey, tiple property owners expressed the the district to consider charging ath- groups such as the band or ROTC, total of $530 bail, which he posted. Ross 27, of Plainfield was arrested at South SP Council interest during the meetings held. In letes participation fees, a concept students and families who benefit also posted $50 bail on a traffic warrant Avenue and Boulevard for allegedly driv- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 addition, multiple property owners called “pay-to-play.” from substance abuse counseling issued by the Cranford Municipal Court. He ing while intoxicated. He was released to planning expertise to a subcommittee have already contacted the clerk’s of- Mr. DelSordi said the board could could not come forward. Neither was released after posting all bail. a responsible individual. formed to examine various Master fice for additional information. consider bonding major capital out- would it be ethical to ask them to Monday, March 12, after conducting a Mountainside Plan issues as well as preparing new Board member Kevin St. Onge lay projects at a later date, but he come forward, she said. random license plate check, William Tuesday, March 13, Warren L. Toney, Ravaioli, 3rd, 29, of Mountainside was 41, of Newark was arrested at the ordinances and ordinance amend- asked whether consideration was recommended that the board always She asked the board to consider the arrested at Mountain and Kimball Av- Monmouth County jail for an outstanding ments and reviewing other matters. given for expanding the program to keep funds in its budget for capital service the SAC position provided enues on three contempt-of-court traffic warrant in the amount of $999. Councilwoman Paulette Coronato, encompass the entire borough, to be projects and routine maintenance. and to not reduce its effectiveness by warrants from Westfield. He was released Wednesday, March 14, Mario L. Rosa, a board member and a member of the fair to all residents. Mr. Slachetka Mr. Russo said he doubted whether reducing its hours. after posting a total of $165 bail. 36, of Wayne was arrested by the New subcommittee, said she had discussed said that the program is designed to a pay-to-play policy could generate Jersey State Police on an outstanding Ms. Moody’s proposal with township achieve a balance between sending enough money to save the middle- Mountainside warrant. He was also Construction Official Robert and receiving districts, not just fis- school sports teams. charged with outstanding warrants out of LaCosta, who also serves on the plan- cally, but also aesthetically. After Mr. DelSordi said that pay- Morristown and Bernardsville. ning board. They agreed that town- “We can’t allow the receiving dis- to-play would apply to more activi- Thursday, March 15, Jeffrey M. Padovano, 29, of Springfield was arrested ship employees at the municipal build- trict to grow beyond the community’s ties than just sports, and Ms. Hayes after a motor vehicle stop for speeding ing could perform many of the tasks expectations,” Mr. Slachetka said. reminded board members that the and charged with driving with a sus- identified in Ms. Moody’s proposal. “The intent of the program is to pro- district would need to accommodate pended license. “There’s no reason why we can’t tect a resource – in this case, the students who have financial “hard- Thursday, March 15, a resident of Friar accomplish this in-house this year and Historic District.” ships” under such a policy, board Lane reported that someone obtained her accomplish our goals,” Mrs. Coronato Mr. Sayles asked how the commit- member Linda Nelson said, “It would credit card information and paid college said. She added that Ms. Moody’s tee could justify the inclusion of non- be foolish not to look into it.” tuition with it. Police said it is unknown assistance in crafting any needed new contributing properties – structures that About 15 ROTC students com- how the card information was obtained. ordinances will still be required, but do not exhibit historical characteris- prised the majority of speakers who Saturday, March 17, Natasha C. McCall, 26, of Irvington was arrested “the legwork, the research, the discus- tics but lie within the boundaries of the addressed the board. Program mem- following a motor vehicle stop for a loud sions can be done in-house.” Historic District – in the program. bers such as Nick Kosciolek, Shanik muffler and charged with driving with a Mr. Glover also said Township At- Mr. Slachetka said these homes are Gilmore, Michael Lubinski, Anthony suspended license. She was also charged torney Brian Levine and Assistant not eligible for the same number of Osterman and John Gutierrez spoke with an active warrant out of Maplewood Township Attorney Lawrence Woo- credits as contributing properties. He of how the program helped build con- in the amount of $229. druff, who served as the board’s attor- also said that, in this case, the no- fidence, leadership skills, gave them Monday, March 19, Greg L. Rollins, ney for 20 years, could assist in drafting teardown clause is a misnomer. If a an advantage in applying for college, 44, of Plainfield was arrested after a mo- ordinances and ordinance amendments. non-contributing structure is torn a sense of respect for others and a tor vehicle stop for failure to maintain a The council also spent some time down, it must be rebuilt in a fashion sense of family. lane, which revealed he was driving with a suspended license. on Tuesday discussing the municipal consistent with the Historic Preser- Weeping, SPFHS and ROTC Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times budget, and will hold what is ex- vation Committee’s guidelines. alumni Alexandra Kuck told how she TAKING THE OATH...Albert Sellinger is sworn in as a sergeant in the Scotch pected to be its final budget meeting “Ideally, this acts as a potential felt when she heard the ROTC pro- Plains Police Department in a ceremony at last week’s township council meeting. Residents Report tonight, Thursday, March 22, at 6 incentive to a property owner to re- gram may be abolished, “Heartbro- p.m. to finalize appropriations levels build in this fashion,” he said. ken, that’s what I was. The only rea- Jury Finds Plf. Man Guilty Property Damage and revenue projections for 2007. If The board raised questions about son I went to school was because of By SUZETTE F. STALKER there is no need for any further dis- the necessity of variances and post- this program.” Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times cussions, the township budget will be ing notices when property owners in She said she wanted the program to WESTFIELD – More than half a dozen introduced next Tuesday. the receiving district are developing continue so it could make a differ- Of Eluding WF, MS Police incidents of property damage were re- their properties. Mr. Slachetka said ence it her sister’s life as it had in hers. AREA – A 62-year-old Plainfield man the Mercedes turn onto Route 22 East by ported to police on March 17, involving Nat’l Newspaper Website property owners in the receiving dis- Her sister, Erica, also spoke on behalf faces up to 30 years in prison after a jury cutting off a large tractor-trailer. Idowu’s homes on Boulevard and Summit Av- trict would be subject to all of the of the program. found him guilty last Wednesday of elud- speed increased to over 70 m.p.h. as he enue in Westfield. Quotes Times Reporter board’s current procedures and re- Concerned citizen Jules Shapiro ing the police, possession of a weapon for drove between lanes and on the shoulder Sergeant Scott Rodger of the Westfield SCOTCH PLAINS – USA Today’s quirements under the master plan. said that people think ROTC is a an unlawful purpose, two counts of ag- of Route 22. Police Department confirmed to The Scotch “On Deadline” weblog quoted The board discussed the next steps military program, but “it’s not. It’s a gravated assault and two counts of simple Idowu exited Route 22 via the New Plains-Fanwood Times Tuesday that six assault. Providence Road exit and headed into of the incidents took place in the 600 block Westfield Leader and Scotch Plains- in the TDR process and scheduled a leadership program.” The jury returned the verdict on March Mountainside. Mountainside police picked of Boulevard, while one was reported on Fanwood Times reporter Nordette special meeting for Monday, May 14, Others applauded the district’s de- 13 against Adewale Idowu of Plainfield up the chase and followed the car into the the 600 block of Summit Avenue. Adams on March 19 regarding a video at which a public hearing will be held cision to “save German.” Park Middle after a four-day trial in State Superior municipal parking lot, authorities said. All of the incidents of apparent crimi- that has sparked national political and the board will hear the presenta- School student Carolyn Cook recom- Court judge James Heimlich’s courtroom Officer Rodger stopped his patrol car to nal mischief occurred during the over- debate. Under breaking news, the tion of the real estate market analysis. mended that should the board need to at the Union County Courthouse in which block Idowu’s exit from the parking lot. night hours and were reported to police paper’s website referred to Ms. The board’s next regular meeting eliminate a world language, it cut one Idowu refused the assistance of counsel Idowu first hit a gold SUV that had just between 8:45 a.m. and 9:25 a.m. last Adams’ “Confessions of a Jersey will be held on Wednesday, March 28. of the romance languages, such as and represented himself at trial, according exited Route 22 and then drove his car Saturday, Sgt. Rodger said. Goddess” weblog post about the ren- the Union County Prosecutor’s Office. directly toward Officer Rodger’s patrol Homeowners on Boulevard reported egade political Internet video ad at Idowu, who lives on West Front Street, car. Officer Rodger was able to move his damage to a mailbox, the glass to a rear led police on a chase that started and car fast enough to avoid being hit, but the storm door, two porch lights and multiple YouTube.com called “Hillary 1984.” Scotch Plains Budget ended in Westfield on January 27, 2006. maneuver allowed Idowu enough room light poles. In the incident on Summit The video appears to promote Presi- According to Union County assistant to exit and escape, authorities said. Avenue, the homeowner reported a lad- dential candidate Barack Obama, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 prosecutor Jillian Reyes, who tried the case, The Mercedes headed back toward der to a swing set located in the rear yard bashes Hillary Clinton and has re- surplus was the highest since 1998, development off Jerusalem Road will Westfield police officer Jason Rodger was Westfield, now with multiple police cars in of his property was damaged. ceived more than 350,000 views since when $2.7 million was regenerated be earmarked mostly for the munici- on patrol at about 1 p.m. at the intersection pursuit. At the intersection of North Avenue being posted in early March. Its cre- and led to calls from the two Repub- pal government, with some directed of West South Avenue and Crossway Place and Hetfield Avenue, Idowu entered the ator remains anonymous. licans on the council in 1999 to use toward the county government. in Westfield when he witnessed a brown Sovereign Bank parking lot, where he tried, FW Budget “I was surprised to be quoted with more of the surplus to offset what Normally, property taxes in Scotch Mercedes-Benz narrowly avoid causing an again unsuccessfully, to ram another police two experts,” said Ms. Adams. “I think they felt was too high a tax increase. Plains are split three ways, with two- accident. Rodger followed the car as it car, this one driven by Westfield Police CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 abruptly turned right onto Crossway Place Captain David Wayman, authorities said. said the council’s various committees (eg. of myself as a highly opinionated A year later, with Republicans in con- thirds of the levy earmarked for the and continued following the car as the driver Further along North Avenue, Idowu public safety, public works, health and writer, which is why I blog.” trol of the council, a zero tax increase Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Edu- ran a series of red lights and stop signs. once again drove directly at another po- senior services, recreation and commu- The YouTube video alters Apple was approved despite a lower surplus cation and the remaining one-third split “Officer Rodger activated his lights and lice car in an attempt to hit it head-on. A nity services) met with their correspond- computer’s 1984 famous Super Bowl figure. The following several years between the municipal and county gov- siren and attempted to get the driver to pull quick maneuver on the part of Police ing borough departments individually and commercial and paints Hillary Clinton saw lower surplus levels, which Mr. ernments. Given that the average prop- over,” Ms. Reyes said. “Mr. Idowu, who Officer Robert Weiss avoided a collision. then had “one large meeting with the as a Big Brother-type figure from Atkins said were responsible in part erty tax bill in Heather Glen will be was driving the car, refused to stop and The chase ended where it began, when overall council” to tie everything together. George Orwell’s novel “1984.” It ends for the 18-point tax increase in 2003. about $13,000, Mr. Atkins said town- continued toward Scotch Plains. Along the Idowu collided with two cars waiting at a “It was better, I think, this year,” he said. with an advertisement for Mr. Obama’s Mr. Atkins told the council to be ship coffers could swell by an added way he narrowly missed a Fed-Ex truck at stop sign on Crossway Place, authorities “We didn’t end up wasting a lot of time. The website. Mr. Obama’s campaign de- careful in using the present surplus to $700,000 to $800,000 annually from the intersection of Crestwood and Morse said. The driver of one of the cars, a teacher departments met with the [council] Avenue after running another stop sign.” at Westfield High School, suffered minor committees…that oversee them, and they’re nies any connection to the video. offset tax hikes, saying that while property tax monies from those units. According to the prosecutor’s office, injuries. Idowu was arrested at the scene. the ones that are more familiar with [depart- Ms. Adams said she believes USA “our 2006 financial picture was good,” The council will hold another bud- Officer Rodger continued the pursuit and Ms. Reyes said that in his wallet, Idowu ment] operations anyway, so it made more Today quoted her post because she it was also important to retain enough get meeting tonight to further discuss saw Idowu driving down the middle of was carrying a Nigerian I.D. bearing his sense to do it that way. I think we used our was one of few bloggers early on who for use in coming years. In coming revenues, and officials said it is pos- Ascot Road at over 50 miles per hour and photo but issued in a different name. She time better and it was more fruitful.” explained why she didn’t think Obama years, he said, significant increases sible the 2007 municipal budget could heading north until, after more turns and added, “Police found an Illinois driver’s With nearly “flat” departmental bud- supporters produced the unofficial po- are expected in, among other areas, be introduced at next Tuesday’s meet- missed stop signs, he drove down the license in his right sock and later discov- gets and a proposed 3-percent salary in- litical ad, and she backed up her state pension contributions. ing. wrong side of Westfield Road, nearly ered that his New Jersey driver’s license crease for municipal employees, Mr. thoughts with references. Mega-tech- The town manager said the Heather Mayor Martin Marks said council colliding with oncoming traffic. had been suspended. The brown Mercedes Tomkins said Fanwood’s budget is “rela- nology websites like CNET.com and Glen development is being developed members might need more time to The race down Westfield Road contin- Benz was apparently unregistered, the li- tively stable [and] there’s not a lot that ued past the Brunner Elementary School, cense plates were fraudulent and the VIN changes from year to year.” iTwire.com also quoted the reporter under a Payment-in-Lieu-of-Taxes or analyze the revenue figures and con- where Idowu again crossed the double number on the car had been removed.” On the flip side, he said, drafting the because her post discussed how the PILOT, an agreement that is regu- sider any changes to appropriations, yellow lines and drove on the wrong side Idowu’s sentencing is scheduled for budget becomes increasingly difficult. Internet impacts political messaging. lated by the state government. Under in which case the budget would not be of the road, forcing oncoming traffic onto Thursday, May 3. His case has also been “We’re trying to provide the same ser- Read Ms. Adams’s weblog at the program, property tax monies set for formal introduction until Tues- the shoulder, authorities said. referred to the U.S. Immigration and Cus- vice that we always did with the same jerseygoddess.blogspot.com. from the 55 units being built in the day, April 10. Ms. Reyes said Officer Rodger watched toms Enforcement Agency. amount of money; it is a challenge,” he said. Page 2 Thursday, March 22, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION 101st Airborne Specialist Peter Russo Has Report Cites NJ Open Rendezvous with Mountainside History Class Government Compliance By LINDA B. CONDRILLO Middle East, Pete was able to give key words which are taught to all AREA — The New Jersey Founda- tices in New Jersey,” said Suzanne Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times them a first-hand account,” he added. soldiers in basic training, the “seven tion for Open Government (NJFOG) Piotrowski, Ph.D., an assistant pro- MOUNTAINSIDE —Fresh out of “This year, with him being back in Army values” – loyalty, duty, respect, last week released a report highlight- fessor of public affairs and admin- Arthur L. Johnson High in Clark, Pe- the States, it allowed me the opportu- selfless service, honor, integrity and ing the weaknesses and strengths of istration at Rutgers University- ter Russo wasn’t even old enough to nity to present the students with a personal courage, and then to decipher the state Open Public Meetings Act. Newark. Ms. Piotrowski and Erin purchase a pack of cigarettes when he living historical figure. I thought that an imperfect Army acronym. (The first THE SUN SETS IN IRAQ…Spc. Peter This NJFOG report provided recom- Borry wrote the report after study- enlisted in the Army National Guard. this would be an interesting way for letters of each spell the word Russo stands high atop a HMMWV mendations on how to change a “cul- ing the history of the act, compar- The Garwood native, who spent the seventh grade to get a first-hand “ldrsship.”) The solider remarked, (Hgh-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled ture of secrecy.” ing it to those in other states, and most of his free time playing lacrosse look into another culture.” “The Army doesn’t spell very well.” Vehicle) somewhere in the Middle East. “Our report takes a penetrating look examining how it works in prac- and soccer, needed his mother’s sig- Wanting to “provide a visual” to the Spc. Russo spoke numerous times The solider recently spoke to the sev- at where New Jersey stands on gov- tice. nature before going off to boot camp students so they could gain more about duty throughout the assembly. enth-grade class at Deerfield School in ernment transparency and public par- “To truly make meetings more ac- three-and-a-half years ago. Now, at knowledge about the war in Iraq, Spc. When students asked him how he Mountainside about the war. ticipation,” said NJFOG President cessible to the public, the culture of the ripe old age of 20, Mr. Russo is a Russo began the assembly with a com- endured the grueling basic training School Allergy Response Elizabeth Mason. secrecy surrounding public meetings married man and a specialist in the bat film – footage compiled by sol- for combat, he answered, “How do Fondly known as the “Sunshine needs to be changed,” Ms. Piotrowski 101st Airborne Division. diers on missions from the 101st Air- you feel when you have homework? Bill Becomes Law Law,” the 1975 act conveys a spirit of said. “This culture will not be changed A graduate of the U.S. Army Air- borne. After the 20-minute show, Spc. You do it, right? It’s tough some- TRENTON – Governor Jon transparent government, with public with a new law alone. Training offi- borne and Air Assault Schools, Spe- Russo fielded questions to the stu- times, but I’m strong enough to tune Corzine recently signed into law leg- participation at the heart of the pro- cials in their responsibilities and edu- cialist Russo recently spoke to the dents, each of whom he commanded it out. The mental strength is the basic islation sponsored by Senator Tom cess. According to the NJFOG: “Over cating the public are absolutely nec- seventh-grade class at the Deerfield to “stand up” before speaking. thing.” He added, “The main thing is Kean, Jr., Assemblyman Eric Munoz the years, though, poor practices have essary steps.” School in Mountainside about his Tough questions came from the to take pride in what you are doing.” and Assemblyman Jon Bramnick, all gained footholds because of limited Among other things, the report rec- military experience and what life is young teens, some more up on cur- The students were intrigued by the LD-21, regarding access to epineph- enforcement of the current statue. ommends: like in the Middle East. rent events than others. One student soldier’s uniform, bedecked with med- rine for students at risk of life-threat- Moreover, the advance of new tech- Minutes should completely and Invited to the middle school by his asked, “What’s your position on the als and ribbons. Standing up high on a ening allergic reactions. nologies has raised questions not en- accurately reflect what transpired at a childhood friend, social studies teacher President’s policy going into Iraq?” bench in the packed lunchroom, the The bill amends current state law visioned when the Legislature meeting, and be released within an Frederick McCarrick, the soldier ad- The soldier responded, “We have soldier explained the meaning behind governing the administration of epi- adopted the law three decades ago. explicit time limit. dressed the students at a special as- to take orders as soldiers. Police de- each decoration. Noting the blue cord nephrine, medication that is key to sur- The need for reform grows more Closed sessions should not be used sembly held in the cafeteria. partments don’t sit down and say ‘I around his arm, he said, “The blue viving a life-threatening allergic reac- pressing by the day.” for routine matters, and discussions Mr. McCarrick told The Westfield can’t fight crime today.’ It’s my duty cord represents the brotherhood and is tion. It requires that there is always a Simply reworking old legislation must be limited to announced sub- Leader and The Scotch Plains- to serve this country. And my particu- what identifies us as infantrymen.” nurse or staff member trained in its use will not be enough to create posi- jects. Fanwood Times, “I teach world cul- lar duty is to provide personal secu- The Class A uniform is quite a available to assist a student in an emer- tive change, the NJFOG says. Notices and agendas should be tures, and last year I suggested to my rity detail for a lieutenant colonel.” contrast from the Army-combat uni- gency. Anaphylactic reactions can cause Along with re-evaluating the law, timely and provide sufficient infor- students that they begin e-mailing Mr. Russo noted, “When I’m with form he wears when in Iraq (plus 50 suffocation in a matter of minutes. the NJFOG calls for all levels of mation for the public to know what Pete. It was a good way to introduce him, his life is in my hands.” pounds of body armor), where tem- “This law will protect students by government to begin more system- will occur at a meeting. another culture to the students.” The students were drilled in a vo- peratures regularly soar into the 100s, ending any confusion that could have atic training for public employees Regular allowance must be made “If they had questions about the cabulary lesson, asked to define some when it’s not pouring rain. jeopardized them,” Mr. Kean said. and public officials concerning for public comment during a meet- Spc. Russo told the students, “There “In some people, exposure to a trace their obligations under the law. A ing. are only two seasons in Iraq – dry and amount of a food can cause a severe plain-language guide would help In keeping with recent court deci- Mountainside Recreation wet.” He noted, “The biggest prob- reaction. This law safeguards such public officials as well as the pub- sions, the public must be allowed to lem in the heat is staying hydrated students, helping make sure the medi- lic, they say. video or audio-tape meetings. and getting enough potassium and cation can be quickly accessed and “There is currently a wide varia- Procedures for electronic meetings Dept. Plans 3 Overnight Trips electrolytes, so you don’t become a by requiring school districts to desig- tion in open public meetings prac- must be clear. MOUNTAINSIDE – Three over- gage handling and an escort. A deposit heat casualty.” nate and train employee volunteers to Where violations occur, stricter night trips have been planned for resi- is due before April 1, and the balance Another student asked him about administer epinephrine if a school sanctions should be imposed. When dents of Mountainside this year by the ($395 per person based on double the loneliness of being deployed in nurse is not present at the scene.” the public is forced to take legal ac- recreation department. Foxwoods and occupancy or $495 for a single) is due Iraq. He noted that he felt fortunate to “Nothing frightens a parent more tion, the attorney fees should be re- Mohegan Sun casinos in Connecticut, before May 1. have a laptop to send e-mails to his than the thought of something happen- coverable. Cooperstown in New York, and a Travel to the South is scheduled on wife and family members. ing to their children,” Mr. Munoz said. The NJFOG believes training Southern Tour are on the calendar. September 7-13 to Old Savannah and Spc. Russo said, “I have to think “It is imperative that when an indi- should apply to anyone who serves The casino trip will take place on Charlestown. The trip includes six back to the good days and stay moti- vidual begins showing symptoms of on a public body, as well as employ- April 26-27 and includes one night at nights accommodation, six breakfasts, vated so I don’t lose sight of the anaphylactic shock that epinephrine is ees who deal with public requests for the Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods, food six dinners, two lunches, a plantation bigger picture. While we’re over there, administered as quickly as possible.” information. Additionally, the NJFOG credit, keno credit, pull tab and break- tour, tickets to the Alabama Theatre and we see the good and the bad, and I Under current law, the designation recommends the creation and distri- fast. After a short ride to Mohegan the Carolina Opry and an Old Time focus on the good.” of delegates by school districts is bution throughout the state of a plain- Sun, a food credit and bet coupon are Trolley ride. Round-trip motorcoach While he wasn’t sure where he authorized but not required. language guide to the Sunshine Law. part of the package. Round-trip transportation from Mountainside, gra- would be deployed next, the solider The new law also calls for mem- The Legislature and Administration motorcoach transportation from and tuities, taxes, luggage handling, and an remarked, “The 101st has many more bers of the medical-education and also should consider the creation of to Mountainside is included. The trip escort are included in the price. A de- rendezvous with destiny.” food-allergy communities to develop an oversight body or office with the costs $175 per person based on double posit is due before June 1, and the The newspaper asked Spc. Russo guidelines for development of a policy power to enforce the law, its officials occupancy or $215 for a single. balance ($925 per person based on what Americans at home could do for for the management of food allergies say. A multi-day trip to upstate New double occupancy or $1,225 for a the troops serving in Iraq. He gave in the school setting. “Our hope is that our report will be York on May 22-24 includes two nights single) is due before August 1. high marks for the Soldiers’ Angels “The state Health and Senior Ser- helpful for municipalities when they accommodation, two breakfasts, two Checks for all trips must be made organization, whose mission is to pro- vices Department estimates that examine their own meeting proce- dinners, two lunches, Baseball Hall of payable to Detour Travel and delivered vide aide and comfort to any of the nearly 100,000 children in New Jer- dures,” Ms. Piotrowski said. Fame, Fennimore Art Museum, local to the Mountainside Recreation De- armed forces and their families. Visit sey suffer from food allergies,” Mr. “As a next step, NJFOG will work winery and the Mohonk Mountain partment, 1385 Route 22 East. Call the their website at soldiersangels.org to Bramnick said. “It is essential that with the Legislature and Adminis- House. Round-trip motorcoach trans- Mountainside Recreation Department learn more. these students are able to fully par- tration to improve the law and en- portation from Mountainside is in- at (908) 232-0015 or Detour Travel at Spc. Russo is the son of Linda Russo ticipate in the school experience with- sure its enforcement,” Mr. Mason cluded, as are gratuities, taxes, lug- (973) 663-8497 for more information. and the late Jerry Russo of Garwood. out fear or risk.” said. iѮ
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My The Westfield Republican Town purchase the home, a loan he later These are, more often daughter Jennifer is a Committee met last week and chose forgave. Ms. Katz recently paid $1.1 than not, responsibili- 2006 graduate from our Frank Arena to run for the first ward million in cash to purchase a condo- ties requiring fairness, high school and is now a council seat currently held by Peter minium in the same Hoboken building the willingness to listen freshman in the honors Echausse, who is not seeking reelec- where the Governor rents an apart- and compromise. college of a state univer- tion. Mr. Arena, who ran unsuccess- ment. Compromises are sity, majoring in political fully for Union County freeholder in Ms. Katz has said she believes the only successful if de- science. My son Christo- 2004, will be joined on the GOP ticket unions should return to the bargain- veloped by people with pher is a sophomore at by incumbents Jo Ann Neylan, second ing table because the state’s offer both knowledge and ex- our high school and is – ward, Mark Ciarrocca, third ward, and “guts health care and attacks pension perience. I believe that I in the words of my hus- Jim Foerst, fourth ward. Westfield security.” FUN AND GAMES…Second-grade teacher Susan Foulds plays games with possess both qualities: I band – “majoring in ice Democratic Chairman Ken Rotter has “There was probably no contract Tamaques School students during the school’s annual Math Night. earned my Bachelor and hockey.” He is now also a indicated his party has not made a final that was acceptable to Carla because Master of Science de- “Raiders” goalie, since decision on candidates and instead she knew that revelations that she had grees in Education at ice hockey has been will wait until the primary election taken millions of dollars from the Watchung Reservation Deer Florida State University. added to the Scotch filing deadline on Monday, April 9, man who is now the employer were I worked as a kinder- Nancy Bauer Plains-Fanwood school’s before releasing the candidates’ names. about to come out, and she wanted to garten teacher and later sport programs as a sport GOP Wants Ethics appear tough. We are tired and em- Management to Begin Mar. 26 as the director of a teaching museum. totally funded by parents. I was one of To Look Into Katz Matter barrassed by all the drama,” reads a COUNTY – The Union County some roadways inside the park may While living in Hamburg, Germany, I the charter members of the Scotch State Republican Chairman Tom statement by CWA Local 1031 presi- Department of Parks, Recreation and be closed for short periods if neces- taught English at a nuclear research Plains-Fanwood Ice Hockey Associa- Wilson has asked Governor Jon dent John Rose, Local 1032 president Facilities has released details of its sary, officials said. Officials ask park institute and, for the last 15 years, I tion and am the outgoing president. Corzine to ask his own advisory eth- Jim Marketti, Local 1037 president annual Watchung Reservation deer- patrons to stay on the marked hiking, have been in the College of Educa- Although always a PTA member ics panel whether he (Governor Hetty Rosenstein, Local 1039 presi- management program, which will walking and bridle trails. tion at William Paterson University and later Music Booster member and Corzine) must disclose the details of dent Tom Palermo and Local 1040 begin on Monday, March 26. The department will mail informa- in Wayne. I am the director of field Athletic Booster member, during my his financial relationship to Commu- president Carolyn Wade. From 1996-1999, the county’s deer- tion about its annual deer-manage- experiences at WPU, working with daughter’s 13 years in school I de- nications Workers of America (CWA) Newark Mayor Booker Bucks management program reduced the ment program to households surround- our state’s future teachers and school voted my free time to being a Girl union leader Carla Katz. Mr. Wilson, Wiliam Payne’s Senate Bid number of deer in the reservation ing the park. Copies will also be avail- districts around the state. In addition, Scout leader. Now, I believe I have in a letter to Governor Corzine, said Newark Mayor Cory Booker last from an estimated 180 deer per square able at Trailside Nature and Science I am the state coordinator for the the time to serve effectively as a school the Governor wasn’t abiding by the week aligned himself with a new 29th mile to the goal density of 20 deer per Center, 452 New Providence Road, “National History Day” program in board member if elected. Would I be same “ethical tone” he had set for his district legislative ticket – Teresa Ruiz, square mile. This goal was achieved and the Watchung Stables, 1160 Sum- New Jersey and serve on the coordi- a good addition to the BOE? My staff, according to a Newhouse News vice chairman of the Essex County one year earlier than anticipated, of- mit Lane, both in Mountainside. nators’ executive committee repre- friends and family think so – and, Service report. Democratic Party, for State Senate, ficials said. The program currently For more information, contact the senting the mid-Atlantic region. hopefully, you will agree by giving “Your refusal to divulge any details and attorney and former special New- underway, which began in 2000, department at (908) 527-4900. In short: I am used to work with the me your confidence and your vote. of your financial relationship with ark prosecutor Grace Spencer and changed the emphasis from reduc- Ms. Katz not only creates an appear- former state assemblyman Albert tion to maintenance of density level. NOW in WESTFIELD! ShopRite Wines & Spirits Marketplace 333 South Ave. East (Formerly Town & Country Liquors) ance of impropriety, it diminishes the Coutinho, for Assembly. Ms. Ruiz is The deer-management program Prices good: 3/21 thru 4/10/07 public’s respect, trust and confidence running for the seat held by former will operate from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. March/April 2007 SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT in the office of the Governor,” Mr. Newark Mayor Sharp James, who from Monday, March 26, through 21 22 23 24 Wilson said. Assemblyman Joseph has not yet said whether he will seek Wednesday, March 28. In the event of ShopRite 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 12 34567 Cryan (LD-20, Union), the state’s reelection. The 29th district includes inclement weather, Thursday and Fri- 8910 Democratic Party chairman, re- Hillside in Union County, as well as day, March 29 and 30, may become sponded by criticizing Mr. Wilson most of Newark. program days, “but under no circum- over his former lobbying partner, who One of the two current Assembly- stances will the program extend past pleaded guilty to fraud involving $2.7 men, William Payne, the older brother Friday,” according to a press release million in public contracts with the of Rep. Donald Payne, wants to move issued by the county last Friday. Burlington County Bridge Commis- to the senate. He told The Star-Ledger The county has chosen 12 experi- MMarketplacearketplace sion, according to Newhouse News. of Mayor Booker’s endorsed ticket: enced, licensed hunters, most of During the 2005 campaign, news “I’m dismayed at the position of some whom have previously participated sources reported that Governor Corzine of my former colleagues who we have in Union County’s program, to serve Kendall Jackson Cavit forgave a $470,000 mortgage his com- supported in their campaigns who have on a volunteer basis. The deer that are Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay Pinot Grigio pany gave Ms. Katz while they were chosen to mount a campaign against killed will be processed at a USDA- dating. 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We reserve the right to limit quantities. Not responsible for typographical errors. In the event of of Wine of Spirits ® Card errors, the lowest price allowed by N.J. State Law will apply. All cases sold containing single type only. Page 4 Thursday, March 22, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains–Fanwood Letters to the Editor TTTimes Since 1959 — Established 1890 — DD Legal Newspaper for the Town of Westfield, Legal Newspaper for the Borough of Fanwood Teacher Objects to Editorial, Calls for DTM Boroughs of Mountainside and Garwood And the Township of Scotch Plains D Diction Deception And the County of Union, NJ. Members of: Supervisor Contracts to be Revealed Below are four arcane words, each with New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce After reading your editorial in the March supervisory personnel. four definitions – only one is correct. The Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association 15 issue of The Scotch Plains-Fanwood State legislative restrictions upon re- others are made up. Are you sharp enough Times, I’m not quite certain where to be- serve funds maintained by our board and to discern this deception of diction? Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey gin. Our board of education is not in viola- restrictive caps upon district spending, If you can guess one correctly – good P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 tion of any OPRA request as there is no regardless of need, are equally important guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 contract to share. A consequence of years as any other factors in understanding our vidual. If you get three – word expert. If Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 of vitriol between various boards and the present budgetary dilemma. It is disin- you get all four – You must have a lot of SPFEA, the contract is still under study genuous of The Times not to mention free time! POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at and legal review as to its language. these facts in its editorial. All words and correct definitions P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 Nobody has seen it, and there is no final The public demands restraint in spend- come from the board game Diction Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. copy to share with the public or anyone ing which impacts our already high prop- Deception. else. I notice that The Times does not erty taxes. These state caps are not going Answers to last week’s arcane words. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte mention an OPRA request to share ad- away any time soon. There is no reason to 1. Orgulous – Proud; haughty ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR ministrative and supervisory staff con- believe that we will not be facing the 2. Rhipidate – Formed like a fan Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo tracts with the public. Curious. challenge of additional cuts for years to 3. Roboration – A strengthening COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION I notice that neither The Times nor Mrs. come. School spending has become a 4. Sevum – Fat, as used in the prepara- Michael Pollack Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly Buckridee mentions that faculty mem- very complicated and emotional issue, tion of ointments EDUCATION & ARTS OFFICE MANAGER OPERATIONS & LEGALS bers who continue to carry traditional and The Times does its readers a disser- POLTROON Victoria McCabe Ben Corbin health insurance coverage pay an addi- vice when it fails to treat it as such. 1. A Russian silver half ruble TECHNOLOGY SERVICES tional $500 each for this option, above the David Multer, Teacher 2. A busybody SUBSCRIPTION PRICE cost of lesser plans. Nor is there any One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School 3. Cowardly; comtemptible curiosity shown about the cost or level of Brick 4. A person who speaks with several insurance benefits for administrative and languages TELESTIC Mountainside Schools Disagrees with 1. Artistically suited for show or dis- Garden Staters to Join the play The Leader/Times News Article 2. A mind reader; telepath 3. Discharging electrical impulses, such Recently The Westfield Leader incor- tuition due to Berkeley Heights under the as with an electric eel rectly reported the amount by which the sending/receiving agreement. Without the 4. Pertaining to the final end or purpose Early Primary Bandwagon Mountainside Board of Education pro- Berkeley Height’s tuition increase the GLUTITION poses to increase its budget for FY 2007- budget would actually have decreased by 1. In botany, having a sticky, moist 2008. The Mountainside Board of Educa- 1 percent from this year to next year. It’s been more than 30 years since the New Jersey withdrew, Democrats dusted off Frank Lautenberg surface tion FY 2007-2008 proposed increase in The proposed FY 2007-2008 budget 2. The act of swallowing Presidential Primary mattered at all. In 1976, Jimmy as his replacement past the statutory deadline. It budget levy is only 3.7 percent, which reduces reliance upon the dissolution 3. The act or result of excessive over- Carter needed, and got, a late season win in New was similar in 2001 when Donald DiFrancesco supports a budget increase of $598,807 funds by 28 percent or less $510,804. The eating from the current year. total reduction from two years ago is 37 4. A surplus in supplies, materials, etc. Jersey that pretty much secured him the Democratic bowed out of the Primary for governor and a bill was The Mountainside Board of Education percent or less $675,496. In 2005 the nod, while on the GOP side, Ronald Reagan was passed to delay the primary a week. MACTATION Finance Committee and the Administra- current administration and board brought 1. The killing of anything offered as a battling President Gerald Ford for every delegate in In 2003, State Senator Joe Suliga of Linden, now tion worked to shape an educational plan to the public’s attention the issue of the sacrifice their down-to-the-wire nomination fight. deceased, looked like a sure loser due to an arrest which maintains all programs that serve prior administration using gradually dis- 2. The process of chewing and swal- Traditionally, New Jersey has been the last state scandal and he withdrew. Past the statutory dead- our students, plan for the expiration of the sipating dissolution funds for ongoing lowing dissolution funding, provides fiscal ac- operations. At that time dissolution funds 3. Characterized by long, sharp teeth along with Montana to hold its Primary Election to line, Nick Scutari was asked to saddle up as the countability and serves all children in its made up 13 percent of the district’s rev- choose party candidates for President of the United replacement. Mr. Scutari won in a well-fought race 4. Marked with or constituting spots or care while fighting to balance needs enues. Under the FY 2007-2008 budget stains States. Although New Jersey was known as an with Scotch Plains Mayor Martin Marks. against taxes. The tentative budget ap- dissolution funds comprise 8 percent of “ATM State” for fundraising, few candidates cam- Primaries offer political parties a method to choose proved for FY 2007-2008 by the the district’s budget. Mountainside Board of Education accom- Based upon 2007 property assessments A Day to Remember, paigned here because it didn’t matter – everything a candidate when party caucuses cannot achieve plishes all of these objectives including a and other relevant tax data, which the was over before our residents went to the polls. The consensus. It can divide a party and consume cam- levy increase of only 3.7 percent. Mountainside Board of Education ob- Thank You net effect for New Jersey was, out of 200 million paign resources prior to going into the General On March 13, 2007 the Mountainside tained from Mountainside Borough Tax On February 25, the Westfield High eligible citizens, by the time of voting, the field is Election. Those who typically vote in the primary are Board of Education approved a tentative Assessor’s Office the proposed budget School Girls Swim Team brought home budget for FY 2007-2008 with a pro- will amount to $11.74 a month or $141 the New Jersey Public A State Champi- narrowed down to two candidates. well informed when there is a contested primary. It posed tax levy of $11,694,735. This rep- annually for the average homeowner. onship trophy, after an outstanding meet Also, many New Jerseyans do not vote in the may not be a matter of a blind party-line vote, but with West Windsor-Plainsboro South. resents a 3.7 percent increase over the Richard O’Malley primary election because almost half of registered rather a matter of choosing the candidate with the current year’s tax levy of $11,276,433. Upon arrival to Westfield, the bus was Chief School Administrator met by both the fire department and the voters are not affiliated with a political party. State best chance of winning in the November election. The FY 2007-2008 proposed levy sup- Mountainside Public Schools ports a budget of $14,565,75, which is police department and escorted around residents can’t vote unless they sign up in advance However, for the average citizen, most simply $598,807 more than the current FY 2006- Editor’s Note: In attempt to clarify this town to celebrate our victory. to be in the party. Many unaffiliated registered wait until November. In effect, they can say “wake 2007 budget of $13,966,844 approved by matter, the newspaper met with the ad- The final destination for the bus was voters find this unacceptable. me up when you find the party rep and then I’ll vote voters in April 2006. ministrator and requested the legal fil- the high school, where the team was In 2008, everything is changing with the dates for for that person.” If nothing else, with the primaries The single driving factor behind this ings for current year and for proposed greeted by Mayor Andrew Skibitsky, growth was the increase of $793,508 in year, but the information has yet to be Councilman Sal Caruana, Anne Riegel, the Presidential Primaries. California has set the over, the real campaign season begins. provided. president of the board of education and pace by moving their date to February 5. New Voters will be more than ready to cast their many other enthusiastic townspeople. We Jersey has also joined that date. New York, Illinois presidential ballots by November of 2008. Already To Turf or Not to Turf, would like to thank everyone whose ef- and others are near to joining as well. In effect, we campaigning seems to be firing on all cylinders. forts were involved in this special day, for may end up with a national primary election day. Presidential politics is the talk of talk radio, the Is that Really a Question? it was one that will never be forgotten. The WHS Girls Swim Team The California Primary Election last year was nighttime cable news programs, Internet blogs and That seems to be a question on some keep your feet and legs dry; then after you June 6. Anyone not registered with a political party message boards, newspapers, magazines and even residents’ minds these days as news of the extract yourself from the football field, in California, upon request they can vote a ballot of around the office water cooler. upcoming $2-million bond referendum, take a leisurely walk into the long jump being placed on the April 17 ballot, and pit – you may feel like you’ve just walked Jumping the Gun on any political party (for the most part). It’s a longer campaign trail than in the past — Bill spreads like wildfire. I think it’s great that into a tar pit instead. In New Jersey, just over 619,000 people voted in Clinton announced his candidacy late in 1991, the residents are at least aware of the bond. I urge serious caution to anyone ventur- Westfield Snow Days the June Presidential Primary in 2000. That means Ronald Reagan jumped into the race in late 1979 My family has been in this community ing out onto the track; please sign a waiver I feel obliged to point out how fortu- 10 percent of New Jersey’s 6,245,000 voting-age and John Kennedy began his presidential bid early for five generations and as a 1978 graduate before stepping onto the surface. What nate our school board was this past Fri- population voted and 13 percent of New Jersey’s in 1960. And probably correctly now, the absurd of SPFHS, a current resident of Scotch used to previously be called a track can day. Two weeks ago, on a Sunday night (I Plains, and a mother of a student-athlete, I probably now be found in pieces on the got my call at 9 p.m.), they deemed it 4,710,768 registered voters voted. Very dismal. attention to the tiny state of New Hampshire and the am in full support of the bond for the football field and maybe even around the necessary to close school for the next day, Things may be different for New Jersey in the small state of Iowa will fade from dominance with renovation of the athletic facilities at the bleachers because that surface is peeling, despite the fact that not a flake of snow 2008 Primary Election because of the early date. New Jersey now to have some say. high school. cracking, and seems to be self-destructing. had fallen. In the end, we got less than two But, will the large portion of unaffiliated voters still On non-Presidential Election years, such as 2007, The fields and track at our high school Yes, I feel it is well worth the $2 million inches of snow, and I could see most of are in deplorable condition and have not or even more so our children can play my lawn. not go to the polls because of the rules? Or will New Jersey will continue to hold its Primary Elec- had any substantial work done to them games safely. If the sidewalks and yards at Jumping the gun like this causes an many voters choose to join a political party so they tions in mid June. When it comes to state and local since before I left high school. Given the our homes were in the condition that our unnecessary burden on working parents can vote for a party’s choice to be the candidate for offices such as the governor, the legislature, county physical location of our football field and high school athletic facilities are in pres- who cannot cancel work over a dusting of track facilities, they sit akin to the bottom ently, we would spend the money to repair/ snow. Getting back to last week, let’s ask, President of the United States? and local positions, there’s no reason to hold a of a bowl, where water collects and renovate them without question to keep the In all likelihood, it will be an exciting time for our primary earlier – and filling these offices this year, “What if that storm had come on Thurs- puddles until the sun dries it out because desired “curb appeal” and avoid the pos- day?” The answer, an extra day of school region with two very different, yet well known, given all the state controversy and challenges, could there is no existing drainage system. sible fines that the township could impose this spring because someone used our last candidates for President from across the Hudson be more meaningful for the citizens of New Jersey Our school budget allocates monies to for not making the repairs in a timely fash- snow day for no reason at all two weeks for the athletic program, so shouldn’t there ion as well as any potential lawsuit should earlier. currently frontrunners – Rudy Giuliani and Hillary than who sits in the Oval Office in Washington. be monetary allocations periodically for someone get injured from the neglect. Clinton. This is sure to generate considerable hoopla In the future, the parents of Westfield the athletic facilities on which they are Statistics show that children who are would all appreciate it if these days could – and sparks. played? The current maintenance program involved in sporting activities develop be used judiciously, even if that means we February 2008 promises to be meaningful for – Another View – of the fields at the high school has proven life-long skills including leadership and occasionally get a middle of the night Garden Staters. to be insufficient. Something must be done teamwork, helps to build their self-es- wake-up call with your eventual deci- before the school district is faced with teem as well as helping to keep them sion. Sometimes the primaries can be exciting; how- When is a Dollar a Dollar? potential lawsuits and medical expenses, engaged in positive/structured activities. ever, both party cores shun those who challenge The state lottery lauds that Mr. and Mrs. Harold which over the long-term could prove to be How could anyone not see value in that? Steve Diamond candidates within their own party. In 2000, Maryanne very costly, not only from a financial stand- With regard to school budgets, let me Westfield Messner of Cape May County won $195 million in point, but a cost to our children as well, say that communities that do not vote for Connelly ran in the primary against party choice the Mega Millions Jackpot – but is that true? — not should they suffer injury because we ne- the budget have done nothing more than Samuel: Strong Tactics Michael Lapolla and won. She did not receive the according to the lottery’s own figures in a hyped-up glected to do anything about them. put the budget in the hands of the respec- full party support for the General Election. Mike press release. How many more children have to be tive mayor and town councils to decide But is Thin-Skinned Ferguson defeated her. From this Mega Millions jackpot roll, New Jersey injured before we say, “enough?” To con- what the budget will be. Make no mis- I was amused by the letter from Dick tinue to ignore these facilities would be take, there will always be an annual school Samuel in last week’s [Scotch Plains- Another example occurred when Bret Schundler sucked up $4 million in commissions for the lottery paramount to child neglect and endanger- budget; it just comes down to this: who do Fanwood Times] paper asking Republi- ran against Bob Franks in the primary for governor in retailers and more than $31 million for the state ing the welfare of our children. you want to determine what is needed in cans to reject the practice of character 2001. The surprised core Republicans had to rush up coffers. The cash for the Messners after taxes amounts I invite any resident that questions the the school budget: the people who we assassination. During the recent local cam- from Mr. Frank’s camp in Princeton to congratulate to about $88 million. validity of whether “To Turf or Not to elected to do that job, i.e., the local board paign in Scotch Plains, Mr. Samuel ran a Turf” to visit these facilities, preferably of education or the mayor and town coun- campaign that was almost entirely a char- Mr. Schundler in East Brunswick. The crowd booed Other states took their slices from the ticket pool after a few good substantial rains. Take a cil, who were elected to run our municipal acter assassination of me. them. Mr. Schundler receive little party support in the too. Mega Millions member states include: New stroll onto our football field, but be sure to government? He attacked me, even though I was not general election and lost against Jim McGreevey. Jersey, California, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Mas- bring a walking stick to help keep your Please vote Yes for the bond on April a candidate for office, and now you would New Jersey has a way of making politics and sachusetts, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Texas, Vir- footing as you sink deeply into the mud, 17. Let’s Turf it. think he was elected to the council by his elections exciting. The state is famous for its “bait ginia and Washington. muck and mire. Bring your hip waders to Natalie Taylor actions and behavior. His actions would Scotch Plains not be questioned if he would let those and switch” candidates, regardless of what the In our view, the lottery is legalized numbers racket, who were elected do their jobs. Primary results were. When Bob Torricelli ap- taxation of the poor, false advertising, unbridled Mr. Samuel Replies to Mr. Spera’s I am surprised that someone who used peared to be a sure loser for Senate in 2002 and he government craving for your cash and a real bad bet. such strong tactics a few months ago has developed such a thin skin now. Those Letter of Scotch Plains Politics who throw stones should not live in glass In a letter to the editor of last week’s In March of 1999, Marty Marks pre- houses. edition of The Scotch Plains-Fanwood sented a nine-point “Recreation Plan for Bill McClintock Times, former Mayor Gabe Spera sug- the 21st Century” that envisioned, among Scotch Plains gested that I was disruptive in discussing other things, development of the former the shortcomings of the present adminis- zoo property. tration in Scotch Plains and it’s handling Today, almost nine years later, the prop- Elec. Laws; Feels Good, of our tax money. erty, last I looked, lies fallow and over- It is not surprising that Mr. Spera is grown, the community is being solicited Accomplishes Nothing happy with the financial practices of his to contribute to restore the site’s historic Our lawmakers in Trenton passed an- cronies. I must say, however, that I am “Frazee House” and the town collects no other “Clean Election” pilot program to not, and the more the rest of our taxpayers taxes for that property. Of course that was make it look like they are actually doing know the more they will not be. almost a decade ago, today we have the something. Three election districts will In April of 1998, the all Republican Scotch benefit of a new mini-golf course. Per- participate in a voluntary program de- Plains Township Council, including our cur- haps a new council could find out what signed to look like they are limiting spe- rent mayor, voted unanimously to seize, by happened in between. cial-interest funding and influence. “eminent domain,” ownership of the former All be quite, it disturbs Mr. Spera’s Asking incumbent elected officials to Scotch Plains Zoo property, which is not far friends. police themselves is like asking a child to from Mr. Spera’s house. It was said that the Dick Samuel eliminate birthday or Christmas presents. seizure was for a public park. Scotch Plains Using the same principle, we can have Then, the council passed a $570,000- other pilot programs in the same districts. bond ordinance in order to pay what it Deadlines Voluntary enforcement of speeding laws considered “a fair-market price” to Sun- General News - Friday 4pm and voluntary drunk-driving restrictions rise Assisted Living, for the 5.87 acres at Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm would have the same chance of reducing Raritan and Terrill Roads. An attorney Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm speeding and drunk driving as having the for Sunrise, the owner at that time, said, Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm legislature volunteering not to accept spe- however, that the purchase price Sunrise Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm cial interest campaign money. had paid was $850,000, and that Sunrise This is nothing but another “feel good” had already spent at least $60,000 ad- To Reach Us law that will accomplish nothing. dressing “environmental problems.” E-Mail - [email protected] Sunrise had offered to donate two acres Phone - (908) 232-4407 Thomas Lienhard of the zoo site to the township, restore the Submittal Formats Westfield site’s historic “Frazee House” for an esti- Email Photos in color mated $200,000, and create a new petting Email Ads as pdf files in color zoo if allowed to develop the property. The Quote of the Week Source unknown: “99 percent of then Republican Mayor Joan Papen said the For more information, see portion Sunrise wanted to give the town was the lawyers give the rest of them a bad not good enough for the town’s purposes. www.goleader.com/help name.” A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 22, 2007 Page 5 22nd District News 21st District News On Affordable Housing Transportation Panel Stalls Bill Signed By Governor NJ Vehicle Snow Bill Assemblyman Jerry Green Plainfield Assemblyman Eric Munoz, Summit Governor Jon Corzine last week Plainfield) said. “Until now, there has The State Assembly’s Transporta- try and NJ Transit, the chairman of signed legislation Assemblyman Jerry not been a single, unified review of the tion Committee has stalled legisla- the committee held the bill from a Green sponsored to establish a special state’s Fair Housing Act since it was tion that would require motorists to vote, according to a press release legislative panel that would re-exam- enacted. We must ensure that there is clean snow and ice off their cars. from Asm. Munoz. ine the state’s system of providing fair enough reasonably priced housing be- Sponsored by Assemblyman Eric “We shouldn’t allow pressure from and adequate access to affordable ing built and that New Jerseyans have Munoz (LD-21, Summit), the legis- lobbyists to prevent us from protect- homes for working families and en- fair access to affordable housing.” lation, A-959, would make failure to ing New Jersey drivers. Does death or sure New Jersey meets its housing The state’s Fair Housing Act was remove accumulated ice or snow from serious injury need to happen before responsibilities. first enacted in 1985 in response to a a motor vehicle prior to operation a we move this bill?” Asm. Munoz ques- “Two decades have passed since series of New Jersey Supreme Court MUNICIPAL MANAGER…Tom Atkins, Scotch Plains township manager, de- motor vehicle offense. tioned. towns across New Jersey were charged opinions – collectively known as the scribes his duties to the Westfield Area Old Guard during its March 8 meeting at “We have seen far too many in- Under current law, the penalties only with providing their fair share of afford- “Mount Laurel decisions” – that estab- the Westfield Area “Y.” stances where snow or ice dislodging can be imposed after snow or ice has able housing,” Asm. Green (LD-22, lished a voluntary system for munici- from the roof or trunk of a car (has) already dislodged from the car and palities to follow for the provision of Freeholders Should Have Investigated resulted serious injuries to motorists endangered motorists traveling behind Humane Society Selects affordable housing. traveling behind those vehicles,” Asm. that vehicle. Asm. Munoz’ bill would Mr. Green said a recent state court Vendor Before Approving Contract Munoz said. permit police officers to proactively Ferguson for Award decision invalidating the most recent Under the bill, each driver of a issue tickets if they believe the accu- WASHINGTON – The Humane So- rules promulgated under the Fair Hous- New Jersey Employment Agencies New Jersey State website did not turn up ing Act focused attention on the need motor vehicle, whether a non-com- mulated ice or snow may pose a threat ciety of the United States, the nation’s must be registered with the Department a trace of them in the latest agency list- mercial or commercial vehicle, would to persons or property. largest animal protection advocacy for a comprehensive statewide hous- of Law and Public Safety this applies to ings, so are they licensed? A subsidiary of ing policy. executive search firms. Temp agencies Prison Health Services out of Tennessee, be required to remove ice or snow group, has selected Rep. Mike Ferguson from hood, trunk and roof prior to its UC Engineers Society (R-7th, New Providence) for its “Hu- He said the new law (A-470) estab- and talent booking firms, among others. a company who has numerous complaints mane Advocate Award” for supporting lishes a Joint Committee on Housing Under the heading of temp agencies are filed against them in facilities around the operation. To Meet on March 27 legislation that promotes the protection Affordability responsible for identify- many healthcare providers who supply country. CHS appears to have been On March 12, the Assembly Trans- nursing staff members and sometimes awarded their first Union County con- portation Committee posted A-959 MOUNTAINSIDE – The Profes- of animals. ing legislative measures that could have sional Engineers Society of Union The Humane Society annually ranks a significant impact on the cost of physicians and other therapists, as well as tract in excess of $4 million in early 1999, for a vote. However, under pressure lawmakers on their voting records and nurses’ aides who work temporarily in for the period October 1, 1998 through from lobbyists for the trucking indus- County will meet on Tuesday, March housing, availability or affordability, private homes and institutions. December 31, 1999. 27, starting at 6 p.m. with a cash bar co-sponsored legislation, and Mr. in addition to assessing the financial Ferguson received a 100 percent rating Once a very tightly regulated industry, They made their first political contri- at L’Affaire Catering in Mountainside. cost of the bills to the state’s taxpayers. the business was deregulated somewhat bution to the Union County Democratic Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. before for the 109th Congress, which includes The committee also will conduct a Garwood GOP Seeks 2005 and 2006. The average score for back in the 1990s, which allowed head- Committee on October 25, 1998, fol- a presentation of “Technical Energy House lawmakers was 57 percent, ac- continuing study on the availability of hunters, such as me, to legally work from lowed by another $2,500 on November 5, Citizens’ Interest Audits.” cording to a spokesperson for Mr. affordable housing, the financing and the comfort of their own homes. How- 1998 and have given in the neighborhood GARWOOD — The Garwood Re- This is a joint meeting with the NJ administration of programs that pro- ever, there are still large fines levied of $20k in Union County alone with thou- Ferguson. publican Committee is currently in- Energy Engineers and is a NYS-ap- The group singled out Mr. Ferguson vide affordable housing and the state’s against those businesses, which try to sands more spread around the state. It land-use policies, among other issues circumvent the remaining existing regu- should be pointed out that here in Union terviewing potential candidates for proved course. The public is invited. for supporting legislation to prohibit ani- the upcoming election cycle. Nomi- mal fighting, prohibit the sale of wild that can impact housing affordability. lations, such as becoming legally licensed County we have had three deaths in three Please RSVP by e-mail to horses, and prohibit the Agriculture De- “Low- and middle-income New Jer- or properly advertised. years in our correctional facilities, which nations are being accepted through [email protected] or call partment from certifying for human con- sey families are burdened by some of On March 8, the Union County Board could be attributed to a lack of medical Wednesday, April 4, to meet the filing (908) 687-0290; fax (908) 964-5584. sumption meat from sick or injured live- the highest rents and housing costs in of Chosen Freeholders unanimously ap- attention under CHS’s watch, and that the requirements for the June Primary On April 24 at 2 p.m., a tour of stock. proved a resolution entering into a one- families are in the process of suing the election. Conoco Phillips Bayway Refinery will the nation,” Mr. Green said. “This new year contract with Correctional Health taxpayers for millions. Mr. Ferguson also introduced biparti- law allows for a thorough review of Those Garwood residents interested be conducted. Dinner will follow at san legislation last year to require all fur Services of Verona, in an amount not to During their closing comments at the in learning more about Republican our housing practices to ensure New exceed $4,228,368, which was a 9-per- meeting, County Manager George Big Stash’s in Linden. Reservations and fur-trimmed apparel sold in the United Jerseyans in every community across Party activities in the borough and/or are required seven days in advance. States be clearly labeled, regardless of cent increase of what had been paid the Devanney reported that CHS received the the state have an affordable home.” same company previously. contract because they were the lowest joining the municipal slate are urged For more information, contact how much fur is used. to contact John Quattrocchi, chairman The Humane Society’s congressional They would continue to provide medi- bidder, and Chairwoman Bette Kowalski Harry McNally, Jr. by phone at (908) scorecard is available online:fund.org/ Tom Atkins Gives Talk cal services to the inmates and residents related that with regard to the medical of the Union County Republican Com- 322-6487 or by e-mail at pdfs/HumaneScorecard2006_final.pdf. of the county jail and juvenile detention services, “we do the best we can.” mittee of Garwood, at (908) 451-9988. [email protected]. At Westfield Old Guard center. At the appropriate time, I voiced Well, it seems to me that this contract WESTFIELD – Scotch Plains Town- my concerns about this vendor. I asked is not about the purchase of paper clips Captain Siebelts Named ship Manager Tom Atkins was the guest the freeholders if any of them ever, on and rubber bands, and since the freehold- speaker at the March 8 meeting of the their own, just out of curiosity Googled ers defend the no-bid contracts, which Law Offices of Grade Officer of Year Westfield Area Old Guard at the Westfield any of their vendors, just to check them they award for roads and bridges as going BERKELEY HEIGHTS – Air Force “Y,” located at 220 Clark Street in out. Of course, the response was the typi- to the most qualified companies with good STAHL FARELLA & Reserve Captain Robert S. Siebelts has Westfield. cal “deer in the headlights” stare, which I track records, certainly they can do the been named the Company Grade Officer Mr. Atkins, who has 27 years on the had expected, and I knew that the answer same when they are dealing with human SAROKIN, LLC of the Year. job, holds the distinction of being the only was no. life. I am sorry to say, Madam Chair- Selection was based on the individual’s municipal manager in Union County’s 21 I went on that regardless of what I had woman, that the best you can is definitely exemplary duty performance, job knowl- municipalities and one of 41 among the to tell them about this company that they not good enough for the taxpayers of Criminal Defense edge, leadership qualities, significant self- 566 municipalities in New Jersey. would approve the contract anyway, and Union County and especially for the fami- improvement, specific achievements, As township manager, he oversees the of course they did. Even after sharing the lies who lost their loved ones all too soon. Civil & Employment notable accomplishments and commu- Township of Scotch Plains’ 170 full- and abysmal track record that this company nity service and support. part-time employees. He also conducts Patricia Quattrocchi Litigation has including the deaths of two inmates in Garwood The captain is a maintenance supervi- union negotiations and prepares the an- Essex County facilities, for the same rea- DWI & Municipal Court sor assigned to the 514th Maintenance nual budget, which is then sent to the son on the exact same day (Star Ledger, Squadron, McGuire Air Force Base in mayor and township council for review August, 2004), and in New York of with- Voter Registration, Trenton. and voted upon for acceptance. holding necessary medication, Candidate Filing 220 St. Paul Street Capt. Siebelts has served in the mili- The Old Guard welcomes any men in understaffing and unqualified personnel Westfield, NJ 07090 tary for 10 years. He is the son of Frederick retirement to share in fellowship over leading to inmate deaths (New York Times, AREA — The last day to register is and Sandra Siebelts of Berkeley Heights. coffee and Danish pastries followed by a February 2005). And of Morris County Tuesday, March 27, 2007 to vote in the 908-301-9001 His wife, Elizabeth, is the daughter of brief meeting and invited speaker. taking back the medical care in their fa- Tuesday, April 17 School Board Elec- Gail Souren of New Providence. For more information, interested indi- cilities and hence saving tax dollars and tion. www.stahlesq.com Capt. Siebelts graduated in 1990 from viduals are invited to come to a meeting still providing quality care. Candidates seeking state, county and Governor Livingston Regional High of the Old Guard at the Westfield Area Correctional Health Services, Verona, municipal office must file their peti- School in Berkeley Heights and received “Y” any Thursday at 9 a.m. or to call Jack is listed in McRae’s blue book as having tions by Monday, April 9 for the Pri- a bachelor’s degree in 1994 from Arizona McHugh at (908) 233-1539 or Walt Halpin a temporary agency providing medical mary Election which is to be held on State University at Tempe. at (908) 889-2074. staffing services; however, a search of the Tuesday, June 5.

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PUBLICATION Scotch Plains Lions Club Holds Membership Drive SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch ing to give a little time and effort to Plains Lions Club has launched its help those in need of assistance membership drive for 2007, accord- achieve an improved quality of life. ing to Membership Chairman For more information about the Dominic Lagano. Scotch Plains Lions Club or if inter- In existence for over 50 years, the ested in attending a meeting, please local club is part of Lions Interna- call Mr. Lagano at (908) 322-6558 tional, a worldwide service organiza- or Club President Barbara Anilo at tion. The Scotch Plains Lions Club (908) 322-4472. utilizes funds raised from its pancake breakfasts, craft fairs and White Cane Applications Available Days to support local community needs as well as various groups serving the For Rotary Grants blind and visually impaired. WESTFIELD – Darielle Walsh, Each year, the club awards a schol- vice president of the Rotary Club of arship to a deserving Scotch Plains- Westfield and chairwoman of the Fanwood High School student and club’s Grants Committee, has an- David Scott Keller and Miss Alice Marie Kelman during the holiday season distrib- nounced that Rotary grant applica- utes toys to the needy. Additionally, tions are now available to meet this the club arranges for free eye screen- year’s Sunday, April 15 deadline. ings to be given during the Scotch Organizations requesting a 2007 Miss Alice Marie Kelman Plains Health Fair and also arranges Westfield Rotary Club grant must for free or low-cost eyeglasses to complete and submit the official ap- benefit needy local schoolchildren. plication in order to be considered. The club collects used eyeglasses The Rotary Club, in accordance with To Wed David Scott Keller at its collection box located on Park its goal of community service, is most Dr. and Mrs. Marc J. Kelman of R.I. She currently teaches biology at Avenue opposite the Scotch Plains interested in providing grants for pro- MR. AND MRS. SEAN ERIK LENSBORN Westfield have announced the en- Ridge High School in Basking Ridge. Municipal Building. Last year, more grams and projects that directly serve (She is the former Ms. Valerie Suzanne Gude) gagement of their daughter, Miss The future bridegroom graduated than 1,000 pairs of glasses were col- people in the community. No appli- Alice Marie Kelman, to David Scott from Union High School and the lected and recycled for needy people cations for capital improvements or Keller. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Cittone Institute. He is employed as a throughout the world. operating funds will be considered. Nikolaus K. Keller of Union. senior network analyst at Comcast in The membership of the Scotch As part of the decision process, the Ms. Valerie Suzanne Gude Miss Kelman is the granddaughter Jersey City. Plains Lions Club is relatively small, Grants Committee reviews the simple of Mrs. Lucille D. Kelman of Orange A summer 2007 wedding is comprised of men and women pri- one-page application form to receive City, Fla., formerly of Westfield, and planned. marily from Scotch Plains and neigh- a clear understanding of the way in the late Arthur E. Kelman, and of Mr. boring communities. Members meet which the funds are to be used. Weds Sean Erik Lensborn and Mrs. Clyde M. McBride of twice a month – once at a local Non-profit organizations may re- Library to Hold Series restaurant for dinner and then at a ceive a copy of the official applica- Ms. Valerie Suzanne Gude, the Mrs. Charles Truch, the sister of Mantoloking and Naples, Fla., for- daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. the bride, and William N. Gude, the merly of Westfield. Of Genealogy Classes local facility for a business meeting. tion directly from the Rotary website: The club seeks new members will- [email protected]. Gude of Westfield, was married on brother of the bride, did readings. Mr. Keller is the grandson of the late SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Saturday, December 2, to Sean Erik The bride is a graduate of Westfield Max and Anna Keller of Mountainside, Plains Public Library will offer a free Lensborn. He is the son of Mr. and High School and Hamilton College formerly of Union, and of Mrs. Carole series of five genealogy classes this Mrs. Jerry Lensborn of Red Bank. in Clinton, N.Y. She is employed as A. Boster of Huntington, W. Va. and spring in its Community Room. Ses- Family Honors Rogelio Diaz The Reverend Andrew C. associate director of Admissions at the late Richard A. Boster. sions will be held on Tuesday eve- Hamersley officiated at the afternoon Purnell School in Pottersville, N.J. A graduate of Westfield High nings and Thursday mornings to ac- nuptials, which took place at St. Paul’s and is pursuing a master’s degree in School, the bride-elect received her commodate a variety of schedules. At 100th Birthday Party Episcopal Church in Westfield. A re- school counseling at Centenary Col- bachelor’s degree in biology and her “AncestryLibrary.com” will be fea- WESTFIELD – Former Westfield Aluminum Company in 1969, having ception followed at Echo Lake Coun- lege in Hackettstown. master’s degree in biology education tured on Tuesday, April 3, at 7 p.m. try Club in Westfield. The bridegroom graduated from the from Brown University in Providence, resident Rogelio Diaz celebrated his worked as a machinist. He earned and Thursday, April 5, at 10 a.m. 100th birthday at a family gathering most of his savings after retirement, Given in marriage by her father, the Marine Academy of Science and Tech- “HeritageQuest.com” will be held March 10 at the Knights of Colum- however, when he began “dabbling” bride wore an ivory A-line gown with nology in Sandy Hook and Rensselaer Board Game Tourney on Tuesday, April 24, at 7 p.m. and bus hall in Scotch Plains. in the stock market. princess seams and high waistline. Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y. He On Tap This Saturday Thursday, April 26, at 10 a.m. A native of Santiago de Cuba, Mr. After living in Miami, Fla. for 20 The V-neckline accentuated the is vice president of Professional Ser- “Documenting Your Research” will Diaz immigrated to the years, spending sum- beaded design of crystals on the front vices at ac2 Solutions in Matawan. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch take place on Tuesday, May 8, at 7 United States in Octo- mers in Warsaw, Ind. center of the empire waistline and on Mrs. John C. Farley of Cranford Plains Public Library, located at 1927 p.m. and Thursday, May 10, at 10 a.m. ber 1929. He worked as with family visits to the center back of the dress. She car- and the late Mrs. James G. Skinner of Bartle Avenue, will host a board game “ProQuest Historic Newspapers” a busboy for Woolworth Westfield, the Diazes ried a cascading bouquet of white Westfield hosted a bridal shower lun- tournament at 1 p.m. on Saturday, is set for Tuesday, May 22, at 7 p.m. Co. in New York City relocated permanently roses, calla lilies and stephanotis with cheon on October 28 at Echo Lake March 24, in its Community Room. and Thursday, May 24, at 10 a.m. and later found employ- to Warsaw on Little seasonal greens. Country Club. Individuals of all ages, as well as “Free Genealogy Web Sites” will ment at Steuben Tavern Chapman Lake, where Mrs. Keith Karyczak of Scotch Mrs. William A. Quinn of families and groups, are invited to be offered on Tuesday, June 5, at 7 in Times Square, learn- Mr. Diaz resides today. Plains, a childhood friend of the bride, Mountainside, Mrs. Richard E. Scott participate in Trivial Pursuit, Twister, p.m. and Thursday, June 7, at 10 a.m. ing English by reading His wife died in Decem- was the matron of honor. The bridal of Mountainside, Mrs. William K. Sequence and other games. Registration is required and may The New York Times and ber 1999. attendants included Ms. Christine Sur of Bel Air, Md., formerly of Registration is required and game be done by calling (908) 322-5007, talking with people. On hand for his birth- Escala of Natick, Mass., a college Westfield, and Mrs. Patrick J. Walsh hosts are needed. To register or to extension no. 204. The library is lo- He and his wife, day celebration were his friend of the bride, and Ms. Jennifer of Watchung hosted a bridal tea No- obtain more information or directions, cated at 1927 Bartle Avenue. For more Consuelo, married in children, Miné Lozier Lensborn of Råå, Sweden, the sister vember 11 at the home of Mrs. Quinn. please call (908) 322-5007, exten- details or directions, please call (908) of the bridegroom. All wore floor- 1932 and eventually Rogelio Diaz of Warsaw, Ind., Roger Mrs. Karyczak and Mrs. Harriet sion no. 204. 322-5007. started a small grocery “Boopie” Diaz of length bordeaux Lazaro dresses and Fenster-Gude, the sister-in-law of the store. In 1941, they moved to Cranford, John Diaz and Jeannette carried hand-held bouquets of red bride, hosted a luncheon the day be- Westfield with their four children and Stagaard, both of Westfield, and Ida and pink roses with seasonal greens. fore the wedding at the Scotch Plains Mrs. Diaz’s father. Renting at first, Diaz of Easton, Pa. Other guests The flower girls were Miss Gillian home of Mrs. Karyczak. they later bought a Colonial house included his grandchildren, great- Gude of Point Pleasant and Miss A rehearsal dinner was hosted by with three lots for $5,500. Their fifth grandchildren, nieces, a nephew and Katerina Truch of Kennesaw, Ga., the parents of the bridegroom at child, Jeannette Stagaard, was born spouses of all of the above. Guests nieces of the bride. Giovanna’s restaurant in Plainfield in their Westfield home in 1943 and were from New Jersey, Pennsylva- Timothy Mills of Somerset, a child- the night before the wedding. still lives there. nia, Connecticut, Ohio, Indiana, Ken- hood friend of the bridegroom, served Following a wedding trip to Mexico Mr. Diaz became an American citi- tucky, Kansas, South Carolina, Geor- as the best man. The groomsmen were and La Jolla, Calif., the couple re- zen on March 1, 1943. The Diazes gia and Florida. Christopher Blain of Binghamton, sides in Pottersville. lived for 28 years in Westfield, where Mr. Diaz has 15 grandchildren and N.Y. and Paul Furio of Seattle, Wash., they raised their children, all gradu- 27 great-grandchildren. His only sur- college friends of the bridegroom, ates of Westfield High School. viving sibling, Margot Sucarino, age and Aldo Adriazola of Bridgewater, a www.goleader.com Mr. Diaz retired from the Alcoa 104, was unable to attend. childhood friend of the bridegroom. A TTORNEY AT LAW Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. Thomas C. Jardim, Esq. “25 Years Experience” Ramsey Berman, P.C. Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer

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PUBLICATION Miller-Cory House to Recall Junior League to Present Colonial Foods This Sunday Annual Literary Luncheon WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory tours of the fully furnished 1740 farm- AREA – The Junior League of Eliza- will be displayed in tricky tray and House Museum, located at 614 Moun- house, as well as open-hearth cook- beth-Plainfield (JLEP), which includes silent auction contests. Sponsorships tain Avenue in Westfield, will feature ing in the museum’s Frazee Building. residents of Westfield, Scotch Plains, and donations of gift items, in ex- “18th-Century Fear Factor Foods” Laurie Mills and Diane Hagmann of Fanwood, Mountainside, Garwood change for promotional consideration, this Sunday, March 25, from 2 to 4 the cooking committee will use au- and Berkeley Heights, will host its are still being accepted by inquiring at p.m. thentic Colonial recipes and cooking Eighth Annual Literary Luncheon on [email protected]. The program will recall a time with- methods. Taste treats will be offered Friday, April 27. Tickets to the event are $75 each. For out refrigerators and microwaves, fro- for visitors to sample. It will take place from 11 a.m. to reservations or more information, please zen or canned foods, plastic packag- The museum’s gift shop, which is 2:30 p.m. at The Grand Summit Ho- e-mail [email protected] or ing and take-out – when most food stocked with a variety of Colonial tel, located at 570 Springfield Avenue call (908) 709-1177. was foraged, hunted, homegrown or toys, crafts, books and educational in Summit. The event will benefit The JLEP is a non-profit organiza- raised. materials, also will be open on Sun- families in crisis in Union County. tion of women committed to promot- Melinda Mucha will provide a de- day. Mistress of Ceremonies Adriana ing voluntarism, developing the po- scription of Colonial-era food habits Admission to the museum and its Trigiani, author of “The Big Stone tential of women and improving the and discuss numerous unusual and grounds is $2.50 for adults, $1 for GARDEN CREATIONS…The Garden Club of Westfield held a design workshop Gap” trilogy, “Lucia, Lucia” and community through the effective ac- unfamiliar ingredients and recipes students and free for children under at Sunrise Assisted Living on February 20, during which club members and “Queen of the Big Time” will return tion and leadership of trained volun- age four. residents created “Gardens in a Teacup.” Pictured with some of the resident teers. For more information about how from the 18th century. The program designers, left to right, are: Rosemary Shire, Betty List and Anne Arkel, workshop to introduce this year’s panel of best- is described as ideal for children. Upcoming Sunday events at the chairwoman. selling authors. to join or partner with the JLEP, please Sunday’s program also will include Miller-Cory House Museum include Two of the panelists will be Jill A. visit jlepnj.org or call (908) 709-1177. “A Spot of Tea” on April 1, Davis, author of “Girls Poker Night” “Jamestown 1607: A First for and “Ask Again Later” and Sally M. Open House to Be Held FUSP Films to Focus America” on April 15, “Open Hearth Garwood Easter Festivities Keehn, author of “Gnat Stokes and On Welcoming Efforts Cooking” on April 22 and the “Sheep the Foggy Bottom Swamp Queen,” For Kindergarten Kids to Shawl Festival” on April 29. AREA – A four-part spring film To Take Place on March 31 “Anna Sunday,” “Magpie Gabbard” SCOTCH PLAINS – The Jewish For more information, please call and “The Quest for the Buried Mood.” Community Center (JCC) of Central series highlighting the First Unitar- the museum office weekday morn- side, so participants are advised to ian Society’s commitment to being a GARWOOD – All Garwood chil- The other two panelists will be Jane New Jersey, located at 1391 Martine ings at (908) 232-1776. dren in third grade and younger are dress according to the weather condi- O’Connor, author of “Fancy Nancy” Avenue in Scotch Plains, will hold an “Welcoming Congregation” for gays, tions. There will be prizes, gifts and lesbians, bisexuals and transgendered invited to the annual Easter Bunny and “Fancy Nancy and the Posh Puppy” open house for its Kindergarten Kids Celebration, including an Easter egg Easter candy for all children. and Carolyn Preston, author of wraparound program on Monday, persons will debut tomorrow, Friday, Ted Behne to Lecture Fifteen hundred Easter eggs will March 23. hunt, on Saturday, March 31. “Gatsby’s Girl,” “Jackie by Josie” (a March 26, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. On Native Americans Given by the Garwood Public Cel- be “hidden.” Participants are asked to New York Times Notable Book of the The program is designed to meet It will take place at the First Uni- bring a basket or bag to hold the eggs tarian Society of Plainfield (FUSP) SCOTCH PLAINS – The Histori- ebrations Committee, the event will Year) and “Lucy Crocker 2.0.” the needs of working and busy par- cal Society of Scotch Plains and be held at the Garwood Little League they find. The Easter Bunny will make The authors will be available to ents who are faced with a childcare church, located at 724 Park Avenue an appearance as well, and parents in Plainfield. Among the members Fanwood will learn about the role of field at the east end of Myrtle Avenue. autograph attendees’ books, and the dilemma because most kindergarten women in ancient Native American A raffle ticket signup will take place at are invited to take photographs. books will be available for purchase programs only last a half-day. of FUSP’s congregation are residents The Garwood Public Celebrations of Westfield, Scotch Plains and tribes and societies at its monthly 12:45 p.m., with the egg hunt begin- at the JLEP’s Book Boutique prior to The Kindergarten Kids program is meeting on Tuesday, March 27, be- ning at 1 p.m. The rain date is Sunday, Committee is a mayoral commission the lunch. Additionally, prize items operated weekdays from 11:30 a.m. Fanwood. that sponsors community events in- The film for tomorrow is The Power ginning at 8 p.m. April 1, with the same starting times. to 3 p.m. during the school year. Trans- Ted Behne of Berkeley Heights A parent should accompany all cluding the Easter Bunny Celebra- NAMI Event to Focus portation is provided from selected of Harmony, a documentary of the tion, Memorial Day service, holiday Turtle Creek Chorale, a gay men’s will be the featured speaker. The children. The event will be held out- area schools. meeting will be held at the Scotch luminaries, the holiday tree lighting On ‘Hearts and Minds’ After the open house, parents will chorus in Dallas, Tex. It features songs ceremony and the holiday decorating and interviews with members and Hills Country Club, located at Concert to Feature COUNTY – NAMI (National Alli- have an opportunity to tour the pro- Plainfield Avenue and Jerusalem contest. Anyone interested in volun- ance on Mental Illness) of Union gram while it is in session. No reser- their friends and family discussing teering for the committee or requir- topics including AIDS, gay marriage Road in Scotch Plains. Sacred Greek Hymns County will host a free program en- vations are necessary and all are Mr. Behne has acquired extensive AREA – The New Jersey and Staten ing more information is asked to call titled “Hearts and Minds” on Tues- welcome. For more information, and child adoption. (908) 789-0710. The other films in the series will be knowledge of Native American Island District Choir of the Eastern day, March 27, at 7:30 p.m. at the please contact Jodi Baxter at One Nation Under God, The Sum of woodland culture, both past and con- Federation of Greek Orthodox Church Osceola Presbyterian Church, located [email protected] or (908) 889- Us and Three of Hearts: A Postmodern temporary, through the study of Na- Musicians will present its 17th an- at 1689 Raritan Road in Clark. 8800, extension no. 235, or Michael Family. tive American handcrafts including nual Spirit of Lent concert on Friday, African Violet Society “Hearts and Minds” will reveal how Goldstein at [email protected] All four films will be shown at 7 birchbark canoes, snowshoes and tra- March 30, at 8 p.m. Plans Show and Sale those with mental illness can lower their or (908) 889-8800, extension no. ditional baskets. risk for a heart attack and achieve overall 218, or visit jccnj.org. Registration p.m. on the fourth Fridays in March, The concert is an annual Lenten SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union April, May and June at the church. He builds both full-size and scale- choral offering of sacred Greek Or- better health. It will focus on the four big for the program will begin on Mon- model birchbark canoes; has a large County Chapter of the African Violet risk factors that affect the wellbeing of day, April 16, for JCC members and Popcorn will be served, childcare will thodox liturgical Lenten hymns. Ac- Society will present its 53rd annual be available and discussions will fol- and varied collection of Native-made companying the choir will be young persons with mental disorders. Monday, April 30, for non-members. birchbark and ash-splint baskets and Show and Plant Sale on Friday, March The guest speaker, who is recovering low each film. For more information, singers from the Greek Orthodox com- 30, from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, please call (908) 756-0750. owns five different types of tradi- munities of Westfield and Trenton. from mental illness, will share her per- Library Reveals Return tional Native American snowshoes. March 31, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the sonal story and show a video developed The FUSP received “Welcoming This event will take place at parish hall of the All Saints’ Episco- Of DDR, PlayStation2 Congregation” status several years The author of numerous magazine Kirkpatrick Chapel of Rutgers Uni- by NAMI. She will review the “Hearts articles on Native American pal Church, located at 559 Park Av- and Minds” booklet and also discuss FANWOOD – Dance Dance Revo- ago and is now in the process of versity in New Brunswick, located on enue in Scotch Plains. lution (DDR) and PlayStation2 rac- handcrafts, he has made presentations the corner of George and Somerset ways family members can help their renewing its commitment based on Plants and exhibits will be judged ing games will be back at the Fanwood revised denominational criteria that at schools in Bedminster, Summit, Ber- Streets. loved ones, who are at higher risk for keley Heights and South Plainfield. according to AVSA standards. There heart disease, to lead a healthier life. Memorial Library, located on North include specific steps to be recog- Admission is $10. Children and will be plants available for purchase Avenue and Tillotson Road, on Tues- This meeting is free and open to all. students with valid identification may The public is invited to attend the nized as a welcoming congregation. and information on the growing of day, March 27, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. For more information on Unitar- Refreshments and fellowship will attend for free. For more information program and time will be allotted for follow the program. For more infor- violets. Anyone interested in African questions. Refreshments will be DDR is a music video arcade game ian-Universalism and what it means and to reserve tickets, please call violets is invited to attend. For more typically played on a dance pad with mation, please call Richard Bousquet, Marie Devino at (732) 264-0718 or e- served. The church is handicap-acces- to be a welcoming congregation, information, please call Chris Brenner four arrow panels. These panels are please visit uua.org. president, at (908) 232-1199. mail [email protected]. sible. For more information or to join at (732) 254-8520. NAMI, please call (908) 233-1628. pressed using the players’ feet, in response to arrows that appear on a screen in front of them. The arrows are synchronized to the general rhythm or beat of a song. Games, competitions, prizes and refreshments will be included. For more information, please call Nancy April 2007 Events at the Westfield Memorial Library Kipping at (908) 322-6400. Library Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:30 AM-9:00 PM Friday & Saturday 9:30 AM-5:00 PM, Sunday 1:00-5:00 PM Reading is Good For You Closed - Friday, April 6 & Sunday, April 8

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SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch Plains- Chen, Michelle Conway, Katherine Junior – Honor Roll Jason Zelesnik, Caleb Zimmerman, Jen- Fanwood High School Principal Cornacchia, Thomas Cristiani, Laura Courtney Baines, Michael Bello, Gre- nifer Zimmermann; David Heisey announced the second Degnan, Michelle Desantis, Julie Deutsch, gory Bencivengo, Alana Bencivengo, John Domanski, Morgan Dorsch, Diana Senior – Honor Roll marking period honor roll. Izabela Blach, Keith Bronikowski, Daniel John Acito, Kimberlee Appezzato, Ferrante, Michael Ferrara, Matthew Buckley, Ashley Caldora, Lisa Campbell, High honor roll is earned by re- Fields, Erin Finan, Kathleen Flor- Anne Arasin, Lauren Aylward, Kristen Trevor Cannon, Christopher Casserly, Jia Barry, Victoria Bauman, Gregory Bayard, ceiving straight A’s if the students is Stagnato, David Gigiel, Danielle Chen, Matthew Chiariello, Andrew Clark, taking four or five subjects, or at least Giordanella, Naomi Goldstein, Alison Samantha Bendik, Courtney Berger, Nicole Colineri, Cortney Costa, Amanda Gabrielle Berman, Shyam Bhojani, five A’s and a maximum of one B. Haggan, Kelly Henderson, Kaylin Curcie, Lauren Cutrone, Eugene Honor roll is achieved by earning Jaichon, Brian Jascur, Jeremy Kaufman, Jonathan Birnbaum, Amanda Bobyack, Cyckowski, Alexander Deduck, Tyler Alexander Bromley, Grant Darwin, Chris- no mark less than a B and at least Dana Krajcsik, Kapri Kreps, Karthik Delmauro, Meghan Dhaliwal, Sean Dolgin, UNSEAT…In honor of Black History Month, Brunner Elementary School hosted Krishna Kumar, Raychel Kruper, Allison tina Defeo, Jenna Delle-Donne, Ariel Washington Productions on Tuesday, February 27, for two performances of A three A’s. Alexsandra Fragna, Nicole Fusco, Digiorgio, Lauren Edwards, Kelly Frazee, Lasher, Daniel Lubranski, Matthew Stephanie Goines, Samantha Grecco, Wil- Seat for Rosa. When a child tells his aunt about a bully on the school bus, she gives Freshmen – High McQuoid, Kathryn Moynihan, Gabriella Kristina Fridy, Daisy Fung, Alexandra him advice by telling him the tale of Rosa Parks and the events that led to the liam Hannam, Melissa Helock, Jessica Garber, Jason Giamboi, Damian Gibbs, Honor Roll Napoli, Saxony Nielsen, Anne Marie Impellizzeri, Julia Joseph, Samantha beginning of the Civil Rights movement in America. The poignant production Matthew Alfano, Stephen Allen, Noronha, Anne O’Halloran, Andrew Raquel Gonzalez, Kyle Grizzard, John included many songs from the Civil Rights Era and brought that important time Knierim, Allison Kodan, Ryan Krueger, Gutierrez, Elizabeth Halpin, Dana Hankin, Mohammed Alzoobaee, Stephanie Baier, Pansulla, Petros Petridis, Austin Amy Lee, Caitlin Leist, Randy Lemence, in history to life for the children. The Brunner PTA Cultural Arts Committee Stephanie Baliko, Dina Barny, Kevin Pfundheller, Kathryn Powell, Kaitlin Rau, Matthew Huether, James Kavinski, Mel- sponsored the assembly. Jacqueline Lenoff, Scott Leyden, Marc issa Kliesch, Maggie Kosciolek, Christo- Basso, Marissa Berlant, Amelia Brause, Alyssa Riesenberg, Charles Ringel, Kim- L’Heureux, Alexa Lindenberg, Jared Karolyn Buckridee, Jeremy Busch, Sarah berly Rizzo, Philip Rosenkrantz, Davina pher Lacko, Matthew Lamastra, Katherine Lindenberg, Andrew Livingston, John Lauricella, Ryan Lemence, Jessica Canfield, Graceann Caramico, Sophie Roshansky, Christine Ruggieri, Derek Loomis, Wesley Lorenzini, Francesca Maestro Butts to Speak Chou, Victoria Dalessandro, Diana Sands, Elizabeth Schreiber, Danielle Lieberman, Joseph Lobrace, Brooke Lumetta, Deidre Lyons, Brianne Mahoney, Lubin, Michael Lubinski, Jillian Lusk, DeVries, Tara Dorilus, Lyndsey Dou- Sette, Kiran Siddiqui, Jessica Slegowski, Lauren Mastroianni, Sean McGowan, glas, Rebecca Dunn, Zachary Flanzman, Kevin Spaeth, Christian Speck, Kristen Kathryn Magalhaes, Amanda Makowski, At Westfield Adult School Victoria McNally, Emily Meehan, Eliza- Emily Mankoff, Sarah Marable, Valjmira Geri Flood, Christopher Fortunato, Kelly Spirko, Martin Sweeney, Linda Timko, beth Minski, Karen Murad, Nicholas WESTFIELD – Conductor Robert Register by mail or in person Mon- Gajdzisz, Melissa Goldberg, Noorene Brittney Veeck, Ulysses Velasquez, Elise Marke, Laura Marvelli, Lauren Messina, Murray, Jessica Nagourney, Emily Nering, Julie Meurer, Nikki Moses, Hailey Butts will present a five-part lecture day evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. at Helm, Samantha Henderson, Michael Whitehouse, Eric Williams, Chang Christina Olsson, Brian Pak, Michael Henkels, Lauren Hirschhorn, Caitlin Yaramothu, Rachel Young; Mroczek, Sophie Neuhaus, Martin series –“Opera: 400 Years of Theatri- Westfield High School. Forms and Ragan, Briana Redmount, Margaret Njoroge, Tiffany Pasko, Poojaben Patel, Hoynes-O’Connor, Jennifer Kickenweitz, ReillyRheana Rien, Maria Pia Rivero, cal Passion” – at the Westfield Adult complete course information are Nicholas Kosciolek, David Kreps, Evan Sophomore – Kayla Payne, Thomas Pennella, Christo- School, Monday evenings from 7:30 available in the catalog, online at Lagamont Robinson, Maya Robinson, pher Pflaum, Agnieszka Radziszewska, Levine, Alyson Linsenberg, Samantha Honor Roll Molly Rodino, Emily Rodriguez, Andrew to 9 p.m., between March 26 and westfieldnj.com/adultschool or by Mannino, Kimberly Many, Michael Alison Acevedo, Kristen Armstrong, Christopher Rau, Christopher Rizzo, Rodriguez, Marc Rosenberg, Theodore Heather Rodriguez, Andrea Rosko, Kyle April 30. (Classes will not meet on calling (908) 232-4050. Marsan, Delia McGee, Errin McGowan, Camilla Bach, Kerilyn Bartley, Nickolas Rosenblatt, Christine Roser, Dennis Ruiz, April 2.) Sruthi Narayanan, Daniel Nizri, Adam Bonadies, Andrew Brockel, Arielle Rowbotham, Maetal Rozenberg, Melissa Scott Salmon, Daniel Sapienza, Jacqueline Rupnarain, James Sacca, Lucas Opera began as an experiment Offitzer, Nicole Ostrowski, Neha Pannuri, Brown, Ryan Brown, Michael Bumiller, Saunier, Michael Scannell, Joseph Schiavo, SPFHS to Hold Annual Jason Pearl, Kerry Pierce, Allison Michael Buro, Christina Capece, Emily Saenzdeviteri, Timothy Salisbury, Barry among late 16th-century intellectu- Alexandra Segal, Camillia Shanks, Grace Saunders, Alexander Scialdoni, Deirdre als and quickly grew into the world’s Pasta Night Fundraiser Prestridge, Morgan Puleo, Andrea Carow, Michelle Carroll, Donald Cejovic, Sigona, Michele Silverstein, Barbara Redmount, Ryan Reeson, Shannon Jenna Cepparulo, Zachariah Chapman, Scully, Danielle Sepe, Amanda Shukla, most popular art forms. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Italian Slaugh, Shadonte Solomon, Alex Soloway, Brittany Skwirut, Andre Smith, Paul Reimers, Lindsay Robinson, Kelsey Kelly Cianciotta, Adam Clark, Gillian Tyler Stanek, Timothy Stuart, Jeffrey Handel, Mozart, Verdi, Wagner, Honor Society and the Italian Club at Rossi, Carrie Salem, Alanna Salituro, Clark, Kathryn Cockrell, Jillian Coffey, Southwick, Ian Starker, Megan Swick, Rossini, Puccini, Beethoven, Bizet, Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Stuart, Melissa Swanton, Kristen Thomp- Kiara Thomas, Erin Voelker, Stephen Stephen Scannell, Jessica Schroder, Maria Colleen Curren, Lauren D’Aloisio, Jen- son, Cassandra Valdes, Anthony Strauss, Massenet and Britten all will hold their annual all-you-can-eat Seidel, Mackenzie Sizemore, Lauren nifer DiGiuseppe, Rebecca Dorilus, Wallden, Kenneth Wasserman, Lashani Vecchione, Amanda Vitollo, Allison Watson, Tiffany Wong, Leigh Zebleckas. wrote operas. Each week, the public “Pasta Night” on Wednesday, March Steinbeck, Aleksandra Szczuka, Devra Alexander Ebeling, Cassandra Flores, Vogel, Gregory Weinstock, Brandon Alexandra Friedman, Richard Fung, Lela will learn about a different period in 28, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the high Traiman, Nicole VaccaAndrew Van Wergland, Vivian Wong, Danielle Wood, opera history: Baroque and Classi- school cafeteria. Haasteren, Brian Walsh, Kimberly Gallman, Nathan Ghabour, Daniel Molly Yergalonis, Gregory Zabel; Wenson; Gilman, Stephanie Glover, Erica GW Eighth Graders cal, the Romantic and bel canto eras, Pasta Night is held every year to Goldberg, Susan Gonch, Elisabeth Senior – High the mid 19th century, the late 19th help raise money for the Italian Honor Freshmen – Greenberg, Gabriela Guzzo, Jacqueline Honor Roll Hold Clothing Drive century and 20th-century masters. Society and the Italian Club to use for Honor Roll Halpern, Aysha Iqbal, Alexus Jegede, Jessica Abrantes, Michael Adamczyk, GARWOOD – The Garwood Mr. Butts is a member of the adjunct scholarships and club trips. The cost Saad Ahmad, Rebecca Amberg, William Johnston, Rebecca Kaplan, Emily Lauryn Adams, Alison Baier, Peter Bistis, eighth-grade class will have its faculty at Montclair State University. is $3 if a ticket is purchased from an Keyana Armstead, Andrea Barone, Ulises Katz, Tiffany Kirkland, Courtney Kolb, Lisa Bloom, Sarah Boruch, Allison spring clothing drive fundraiser on He also lectures for Drew University’s Italian Club member and $4 at the Barros, Jordan Bayroff, Lauren Belfer, Timothy Kolterjahn, Paul Koprowski, Brown, Colin Campbell, Samantha Steven Bello, Remy Bernardo, Danielle Saturday, March 31, from 8 a.m. to Continuing Education program. In door. Jonathan Kosenick, Evan Lake, Cara Carow, Ana Castillo, Nikolai Chowdhury, noon. addition to writing and speaking about Bernstein, Gary Binkiewicz, Rachel Levinson, Joshua Lieberman, Roger Liu, Marissa Crawford, Alex Cvetovich, Local restaurants such as Blom, Rebecca Brand, Alessandri Sean Lockier, Jessica Loshiavo, Karina DeMair, Laurel Devlin, Jessica The drop-off zone is Lincoln School music, he is a conductor and com- Mezzogiorno, Il Sogno, Ferraro’s, Bubnov, Michael Burke, Colleen Genevieve Lubas, Sheryl Markovits, Estriplet, Morgan Finkel, Brittany Fusillo, on Second Avenue. The items being poser. Cosimo’s and Alfonso’s will donate Campbell, Timothy Carroll, Lauren Michelle Mattar, Kayla McAlindin, Jenna Jennifer Gaglioti, Jennifer Gardella, Mat- collected include clothing, linens, He currently serves as music direc- the pasta. There will be music and Casserly, Bianca Chaves, Peter Citera, McGarry, Jie Mei, Liana Messina, Jordan thew Gigiel, Shanik Gilmore, Hye Won handbags, belts, shoes and stuffed tor/conductor of The Baroque Orches- raffles, and drinks and dessert will be Cyril Collantes, Zaria Combs, Devon Metsky, Nicole Mineo, Michelle Minniti, Han, Jai Hawkins, Nardina Howerton, animals. tra of North Jersey and New Jersey served. Daly, Joseph D’Auria, Alexander Davis, Kayla Molnar, Kelly Monroy, Steve Pak, Allison Hoynes-O’Connor, Magda Isack, Those organizing the event will Concert Opera. Those interested can Further information and tickets are Natalie Deduck, Meghan Denman, Zachary Peart, Tyler Pfundheller, Alex- Steven Jacobus, Justin Jaichon, Catherine also arrange to pick up from people’s visit his website at robertbutts.com for available from representatives of the Jacqueline Depew, Alan Dlugosz, Luke andria Pisauro, Mary Poillon, Brianna Kaiserman, Eric Kaufman, Shirley Kim, Durett, Robert Evans, Kathryn Foley, homes on the day of the drive. more information. Italian Club at SPFHS. Provenzano, Thomas Reade, Mark David Kopylov, Colleen La Forge, Jaclyn Those participating are asked to Robert Frazee, Marc Fusillo, Marc Renfree, Matthew Ritsko, Philip Rivera, Lopez, Simone March, Stacy Marr, Talia Gaglioti, Katrina Gans, Jennifer Christine Rocha, Christina Romagnano, Nudell, Heather Pasko, Jeffrey Pober, put bags of clothes on the front Geoghegan, Adriana Gerritsen, Matthew Golan Rozenberg, Sarah Schaible, Jo- Lindsay Port, Portia Price, Jessica steps of homes on the pick-up day Glassett, Samantha Goldner, Carly seph Sebolao, Kimberly Shelus, Matthew Reddington, Alisa Schink, James Sensor, for the organizers to come by and Goldner, Andrew Gorbunoff, Alexander Simon, Alexis Sorace, Sara Stanton, James Tovi Spero, Lauren Spirko, Stacey collect. 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The weekly column written by local high school students What Turns Young Voters Away From the Booths? By KATE McGEE count. As an American, you have Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times been given a gift. Many people across With talk of the 2008 Presidential the world aren’t fortunate enough to election already filling our news, it is possess the right to vote, and when hard to not think about who to vote for people who are fortunate enough to in the next election. Who can salvage vote abuse that right, it’s shameful. the war in Iraq? Who can unify parti- It wasn’t even 100 years ago that san divisions across the country? women didn’t even enjoy the right to As one who will be able to vote for vote, yet in the 2004 election, only 53 the first time in 2008, this question is percent of women 18 to 24 cast their THE MONTESSORI METHOD...Westfield Mayor Andy Skibitsky establishes on my mind every time I read the vote. When will we stop taking our the month of March as “Montessori Education Month.” Above, pictured at the newspaper and flip on the news. Al- freedoms for granted? Westfield campus of Christopher Academy, are children, from left to right, though no one particularly attracts Our country was created on the Alexander Joseph, Nicholas Chermak, Sydney Butler, Jack Degnan, Kaitlyn my eye at the moment, we still have a basis of freedom, and the youngest Lynch and Fionna Gillen. Pictured with the mayor, from left to right, are Nicole RECOGNIZED FOR SERVICE…Rep. Mike Ferguson presents Neha Limaye of year and much can change. generation of Americans voters — Murphy, teacher, and Elsie Powell, director. Westfield with the Congressional Award Bronze Medal during a ceremony in his Yet one thing that increasingly the future — doesn’t even see the Warren congressional office. worries me as a young voter is the importance in that privilege. When lack of participation from America’s will our generation wake up, cast WF, SP Mayors Establish Westfield Student Presented youth in the voting process and a lack their vote and exercise their ability to of interest in the political system. change the country? Because sooner Montessori Educ. Month According to civicyouth.org, in the or later, we will be in charge, and will 2004 election, about 47 percent of we even know what to do? AREA – In February, at a Scotch emy for more than 30 years. “And With Congressional Medal Americans ages 18 to 24 voted for Kate, from Cranford, is a senior at Plains’ Council meeting and again at we’re equally proud to have been WESTFIELD – Rep. Mike people, and I’m proud of Neha and president. While that number did in- Mount Saint Mary Academy. the Westfield Christopher Academy, here for generations.” Ferguson (R-7th), presented Neha impressed by her accomplishments.” crease from a dismal 36 percent the educators, council members and par- The school, which will celebrate Limaye of Westfield with a Congres- “This award is my biggest achieve- 2000 election, it still is extremely WHS Student Receives ents joined together to recognize the its 45th anniversary next year, regu- sional Youth Service Award in recog- ment to date, having spent more than low. What is turning young voters centennial anniversary of the larly welcomes the children of its nition of her extensive volunteer ac- two and a half years working toward away from the booths? A National Honor Montessori Method and to honor own graduates into the program. tivities throughout Union County. it,” Neha said after receiving the When trying to discuss politics with WESTFIELD – The National So- Christopher Academy – New Jersey’s “This year alone, 15 children en- Mr. Ferguson presented Neha, 17, award. “The process of earning the other teens, many dismiss the subject ciety of High School Scholars oldest Montessori school. rolled have parents who attended our with the Congressional Award Bronze award has helped me become more saying, “It doesn’t affect me,” “It’s (NSHSS) announced that Westfield Scotch Plains Mayor Martin Marks program themselves, and two of our Medal, Congress’ highest honor for mature and has taught me to strive for boring,” or “I don’t care about poli- High School student Alex Leone from and Westfield Mayor Andy Skibitsky staff were themselves students here.” youth service. To earn the award, goals that I once thought were un- tics.” Statements like these frustrate Westfield has been selected for mem- established the month of March as Christopher Academy offers young people must set and achieve reachable.” me for a few reasons. bership. “Montessori Education Month.” The school year pre-school programs for personally challenging goals in pub- To earn the award, Neha accumu- First off, politics do affect us, even The society recognizes the top Montessori Method is now modeled part-time, part-week and full-week lic service, personal development and lated more that 150 hours of commu- at a young age. For instance, teens scholars in the nation and invites only in more than 5,000 schools in the enrollment and both half- and full- physical fitness. nity service at Children’s Specialized who have jobs that pay minimum wage those students who have achieved United States. day summer programs at both of its Neha is a senior at Westfield High Hospital in Mountainside and worked may not know that the House just superior academic excellence. Extended teacher preparation, care- locations. School and the daughter of Anjali and at a Westfield pediatrician’s office passed a bill to raise that minimum fully designed classroom materials and More information about the school, Pradeep Limaye. greeting patients and giving eyesight wage to $7.25 in the next two years. SPFHS to Hold a highly individualized curriculum its programs or the Montessori “Neha is a sharp and dedicated and hearing tests. Additionally, she Also, the Iraq War has affected us Its 30th Anniversary support the active, focused classrooms Method can be located at young person who is deserving of worked at the Westfield Adult School, tremendously. For new drivers, gas exemplifying the Montessori Method. christopheracademy.com or by call- this honor,” Mr. Ferguson said. “She making phone calls to students and SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Christopher Academy serves almost ing the school offices in Westfield at prices have eaten a hole in our wallets. Plains-Fanwood High School Class sets a positive example for other young entering registrations. Experts say the leap in prices is due to 200 children from two-and-a-half (908) 233-7447 or (908) 322-4652 in of 1977 will have its 30-year reunion through first grade between its Scotch Plains. the invasion of Iraq, where the vio- this year. lence has lessened the amount of oil Westfield and Scotch Plains campuses. For more information, contact “We’re proud to call this commu- production in the country. [email protected]. More Education Additionally, the cost of the Iraq nity home,” said Amelia McTamaney, War so far has been about Head of School at Christopher Acad- On Page 21 $409,000,000,000. Guess who’s go- St. Peter’s Students ing to be paying for that? We are. Earn Academic Honors When teenagers complain that poli- AREA – Seven area residents were tics are boring, I don’t blame them. among the 288 students at Saint I’d rather watch an episode of “Grey’s Peter’s Preparatory School in Jersey Anatomy,” hang out with friends or City, who earned academic honors go shopping. But to me, my future for outstanding achievement for the isn’t boring. second marking period. The students, To be aware of politics doesn’t mean listed with their hometown and gradu- having to sit down and read the entire ating years, are: U.S. Patriot Act cover to cover (our own Senators didn’t even do that). It Scotch Plains simply means that one should know Honorable Mention - Daniel Convery, 2008 what is going on. Honorable Mention - Kevin Handsman, 2009 What is the latest proposal for the A DEAR OLD IRISH MELODY…The Entertainment Department of the war in Iraq? Who is Nancy Pelosi? Westfield Who is thinking of running for elec- Woman’s Club of Westfield practices for a St. Patrick’s Day sing along, which was First Honors - Eamon Hartnett, 2008 held at the Masonic Lodge in Westfield. The singing will ring out following a tion in 2008? When teenagers say First Honors - Matthew Mullman, 2009 general club meeting during the social segment that includes tea and sandwiches. that politics don’t interest them, I Second Honors - Philip Reynolds, 2009 For more information, contact Woman’s Club of Westfield, P.O. Box 2428, understand. Honorable Mention - Sean Finn, 2009 Westfield, NJ 07091. But as our generation grows older, Honorable Mention - Joseph Tressitt, 2007 it’s not about being interested. It’s First honors are awarded for a 90- YOUNG AUTHORS’ TEA…Students in Mary Dura’s first grade class at Wilson about knowing what is going on in percent average or above in all Elementary School in Westfield observed Women’s History Month in March by See it all on the web in color . . . courses, second honors are for 85 reading biographies of notable women from around the world. Additionally, the your country, and what will affect students chose a special woman from their own extended families to write their you as a young American citizen. percent or higher and honorable men- biography. At the completion of this project, both the young writers and their www.goleader.com Yet the worst thing a young adult tions are for 85 percent with no course special guests were feted to a Young Authors’ Tea. Pictured are Julia Kuhn and can say is that his or her vote doesn’t grade below 80 percent. her great-aunt Jane Bernick at the authors’ tea. HERMANN & BATEMAN ATTORNEYS AT LAW Experience what everyone

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 22, 2007 Page 11 Rochelle Melville, 42, Mother of Four; Jacqueline Piesco, Active With PTA; Was Artist and Hadassah Member – Obituaries – Enjoyed Nature, Animals and Travel Rochelle Melville, 42, of Scotch Gabriel Melville, all of Scotch Jacqueline Piesco of Westfield died weekly bingo and jaunts to Atlantic Plains died on Wednesday, March Plains; her parents, Borah and peacefully at home on Saturday, City, and traveled extensively across 14, at the Asian Hospital in Ma- Judith (Shor) Jacobskind of Tuc- Jane Whipple Green, 96, Was Artist; March 17, 2007, after a short illness. the United States by car with her late nila, Philippines. son, Ariz.; a brother, Norman Mrs. Piesco was born in Jersey husband, Alfred Piesco. He prede- Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Mrs. Jacobskind of Oceanside, N.Y., and Had Her Work Showcased at Exhibits City on May 21, 1932, the daughter ceased her in 2003. Melville lived in Scotch Plains for a sister, Carole Gamliel of Merrick, Jane Whipple Green, a longtime Christine and Virginia – and raised of the late Jack Locascio and Babe Surviving are daughter Robin 11 years. Long Island. artist and supporter of the arts, died them in Cranford and then Westfield. (Brennan). She grew up in Bayonne Piesco of Scotch Plains; sons Randy A freelance artist, she received a The funeral was held on Sunday, on Friday, March 16, 2007, in They were members of the Echo Lake along with nine brothers and sisters, and Ryan Piesco, both of Westfield, Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine March 18, at Congregation Beth Schaumburg, Ill. at the age of 96. She Country Club for five decades and Marys, Joan, Marguerite, Patsy, Jack, and Richard Giordano of Jersey City; Arts from the Fashion Institute of Israel in Scotch Plains. Entomb- had moved last June from the were happy to retire to Mountainside, Francis, Billy, Maureen and Joseph. nine grandchildren and a dear aunt, Technology in New York in 1987. ment followed at the Temple of Westfield, N.J. area, which had been next to the golf course, in 1986. A resident of Westfield for over 50 Fran DeChellis of Westfield. Mrs. Melville was a life member Israel Mausoleum at Beth Israel her home for seven decades. Mrs. Green won early recognition years, Mrs. Piesco was an active mem- Funeral services were held on Tues- of Hadassah. Cemetery in Woodbridge. Mrs. Green was a prolific painter for works included in shows at the ber of the McKinley School PTA from day, March 20, at the Gray Funeral Surviving are her husband, Philip Arrangements were under the di- and ceramist whose work was exhib- Delgado Museum (now the New Or- 1956 to 1973, writing the newsletter Home, 318 East Broad Street in Melville; a daughter, Rebecca rection of Menorah Chapels at ited in numerous solo and group ex- leans Museum of Art) and the Insti- and running the White Elephant sale. Westfield. Burial followed at Fairview Melville, and three sons, Jacob Millburn in Union. Jackie always wore a big smile and Cemetery in Westfield. March 22, 2007 hibitions over her lifetime. She served tute of Fine Arts in Chicago. She March 22, 2007 Melville, Ethan Melville and from 1969 to 1991 as founding mem- exhibited in Baton Rouge, New York, made friends wherever she went. She ber, president and pub- Europe and fre- loved nature and animals, enjoyed Jonathan Walsweer, 38, Family Man; lications director for quently in New Jer- the Federated Art As- sey. Scott C. Stanley, 55, Businessman; Financial Advisor and Diving Instructor sociation of New Jer- In September 2006, sey, an organization shortly before she Was Scuba and Karate Instructor Jonathan M. Walsweer, 38, of brother and sister-in-law, Chris and that integrated the ac- turned 96, she had a Westfield died on Friday, March 16, Shannon Walsweer; his stepmother, tivities of 25 commu- major retrospective at Scott Cary Stanley, 55, of Westfield Surviving are his wife, Marianne 2007. Jane Walsweer; his in-laws, Pat and nity art associations in the Jean Bragg Gal- died on Friday, March 16, 2007. (Montag) Stanley; his son, David, Born and raised in Westfield, Sam Muscarnera; sister-in-law, the state. Her efforts lery in New Orleans. Born in the Bronx, N.Y., he had and his daughter, Lauren. Mr. Stanley Jonathan graduated from Stetson Simone Muscarnera; sister and were honored by the She maintained an art lived in Cranford for 25 years before also is survived by his aunt, Muriel University in Florida with a degree brother-in-law, Marie and Tim New Jersey State studio and kiln in her moving to Westfield two years ago. Goldsmith; his sister-in-law, Nancy in business. Glynn, as well as eight stepbrothers Council on the Arts un- home, teaching her Mr. Stanley was the owner of The Montag, and his brother-in-law, Ri- Jonathan loved life and he loved and sisters and many loving friends. der Governor Thomas daughters and mem- Carpet Mill in East Hanover, N.J. He chard Montag. his family. He was an experienced Memorial visitation will be today, Kean. bers of the Girl Scout also was the co-founder of Treasure Relatives and friends are invited to diver and diving instructor and held Thursday, March 22, 2007, from 2 to She was feisty and troops she led how to Cove Divers in Westfield and was a attend the memorial service on Satur- a license as a Merchant Marine Of- 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Higgins and adventurous, a South- make and fire pottery. certified scuba diving instructor. Ad- day, March 24, 2007, at 10 a.m. at ficer from the United States Coast Bonner Echo Lake Funeral Home, ern lady who spent She raised beautiful ditionally, he crewed on several dive Higgins and Bonner Echo Lake Fu- Guard. 582 Springfield Avenue in Westfield. most of her life among Jane Whipple Green roses in her garden. boats of the Jersey Shore. neral Home, 582 Springfield Avenue Jonathan was a financial advisor A Memorial Mass will be held Yankees, a lady who She filled dozens of Mr. Stanley was a fourth degree in Westfield. Interment will follow at with Smith Barney in Roseland and tomorrow, Friday, March 23, 2007, told charming stories in a Louisiana sketchbooks with beautiful scenes she black belt and a karate instructor at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. a member of the Plainfield Country at 10 a.m. at St. Anne’s Roman Catho- drawl that she never lost, and who encountered while vacationing with Shimamoto School of Karate and Memorial visitation will be held at Club. In particular, Jonathan and his lic Church, 325 Second Avenue in always encouraged her children and her husband in Europe, Mexico and South Mountain School of Karate. the funeral home tomorrow, Friday, grandchildren to draw and paint. He received an associate’s degree March 23, from 7 to 9 p.m. family especially enjoyed spending Garwood. Interment will follow at throughout the United States, espe- March 22, 2007 time in Martha’s Vineyard, Mass. Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Mrs. Green was born in 1910 in cially Cape Cod. from Union County College. where his mother and stepfather, In lieu of flowers, contributions to Cinclare, La. Her father, William Mrs. Green was fun-loving with Dorothy and Ernie Daman, reside. the William and Nicholas Walsweer Whipple, an MIT engineer from the her friends and family and tireless in He was predeceased by his father, Scholarship Fund, in care of Com- distinguished Whipple family of Long her devotion to art. She took plea- John Walsweer. merce Bank, 560 North Avenue E, Island, was the factory superinten- sure in the company of her daughters Surviving are his wife, Regina; Westfield, N.J. 07090 would be ap- dent of the sugar refinery there and and grandchildren, often leading two sons, William, 6, and Nicholas, preciated. later a popular engineering professor them on excursions to the great art 5; his grandfather, Mario Russo; March 22, 2007 at Louisiana State University. Her museums of New York City. She led mother, the former Genevieve her extended family on annual re- Randolph, was a granddaughter of unions in Bermuda, Cape Cod, North John Hampden Randolph, who in Carolina and the New Jersey Shore Recycling Association Invites 1860 built Nottoway Plantation, now for 12 years after Mr. Green died in the largest standing antebellum plan- 1988. Area Residents to Use Center tation in the South. Mrs. Green was Mrs. Green was preceded in death the third of five children, who grew by her husband, A. Donald Green, FANWOOD – The Fanwood- and downspouts; old pots and pans; up riding ponies, exploring the bay- and her daughter Janet. Scotch Plains Recycling Associa- old clothing and textiles; used motor ous and receiving their early educa- Surviving are three daughters, tion has reported that 2006 was an- oil; old household batteries and car tion from their aunts, who lived in Genevieve Green Dunlop of Palatine, other banner year, with some 2, batteries. nearby Bayou Goula, La. Ill., Christine Alderman of New Or- 300,000 pounds being processed at The Fanwood-Scotch Plains Re- In 1931, Mrs. Green received a leans and Virginia Green Branscom the Fanwood Recycling Center. cycling Association invites anyone bachelor’s degree in design from of Boston; grandchildren Julia The association hopes that 2007 living in Fanwood or a neighboring Newcomb College in New Orleans. Dunlop of Chicago, Christine will be even better as more people community who has such recyclable She also attended the Art Students Dunlop of Rochester, N.Y., Wendy learn of the items they can recycle at materials to bring them to the center. League in New York City for a year. Hower Livingston of Durham, N.C., PINK LADIES…The cast of Sugar performed at the grandstand at the opening the center, located at the intersection Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 1 When she returned to Louisiana, she Nicolas Hower of Phoenix, Ariz., of the Union County St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 10 in Union. The Union of North Avenue and Westfield Road p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays. met Don Green, a young, MIT- Derrick Alderman of Maynard, Catholic High School Performing Arts Company of Scotch Plains will present in Fanwood. The Fanwood-Scotch Plains Re- trained chemical engineer from Bos- Sugar on March 23, 24, 25, 30 and 31. A musical comedy, the show is based on the Mass. and Jason Alderman of New screenplay for the film Some Like It Hot. According to the organization, the cycling Association – a volunteer, ton, who was designing an acetic York, N.Y.; great-grandchildren center recycles many things that are non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization – is acid plant at Standard Oil of New Connor, Peter and Michaela not accepted for recycling in most responsible for management and op- Jersey’s refinery in Baton Rouge. McMenamin, Kimberly and curbside pickup programs. Many re- eration of the recycling center for They married in 1935 and moved to Genevieve Mack, Dylan and Emma Union Catholic High School cyclable items beyond the old glass the Borough of Fanwood. In assum- New Jersey, where Mr. Green spent Livingston and Fisher Hower, and and/or plastic bottles, tin and alumi- ing this responsibility, the associa- his career with Esso (later Exxon), her brother, Brigadier General Will- num cans and old newspaper that are tion not only earns money for the 20- rising to vice president in charge of iam Whipple of Princeton, N.J. Presents Production of Sugar picked up at curbside are processed some volunteer groups comprising research. Mr. Green was also cred- Memorial donations may be made The Performing Arts Company will at the recycling center. the association such as school and ited with the development of syn- to the Girl Scouts of America at SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union Many items that are recyclable but church groups as well as Boy Scouts Catholic High School Performing Arts perform five shows for the general thetic butyl rubber to replace natural www.girlscouts.org or sent to Girl public as well as two grade school usually not included in curbside pick- and Girl Scouts, but also saves the rubber during World War II. Scouts of America, P.O. Box 19611A, Company of Scotch Plains will com- ups are common ordinary things that borough the costs of curbside recy- memorate 25 years of musical theater performances. Opening night will be The couple had four daughters – Newark, N.J. 07195-0611. celebrated Friday, March 23, at 8 are often put out with the garbage to cling that would have to be met by Janet, who died at age six, Genevieve, March 22, 2007 with its production of Sugar. be incinerated or taken to a landfill. local taxes. Under the direction of Maryann p.m. Additional performances will Some examples are various plastic An additional benefit is the ability Carolan, this musical comedy, based take place on March 24, 25, 30 and items such as pails; plastic children’s to offer the opportunity to recycle so on the screenplay for the film Some 31. Tickets are available and can be toys such as slides; patio tables and many items that are often simply put Local Teens Walk to Raise Like It Hot, will prove to be an enter- purchased by contacting Meg Nuwer chairs; plastic bags such as those out in the garbage. Lastly, if the sales taining venue for all those who attend. at (908) 889-1600, extension no. 318. from supermarkets and those of recyclables processed at the center wrapped around newspapers; old produce sufficient profit, the associa- Money for Cancer Research books (both hard- and soft cover); tion makes donations to worthy local SCOTCH PLAINS – Kasey’s Crew Westfield Area Chamber of old telephone books and corrugated activities such as the rescue squad. East is a Westfield High School Relay Commerce’s Spring Fling on Sunday, and cardboard boxes. For more information or if unsure for Life team, named in honor of a April 29, in downtown Westfield, Other things that may be recycled if an item is recyclable, please call nine-year-old boy with brain cancer. where official Relay for Life bracelets are wire clothes hangers; old metal Bob Sommerich, association presi- The teens are taking part in the Scotch will be given out in return for dona- objects (particularly steel) such as dent, at (908) 889-1891 or Alan Plains-Fanwood Relay for Life to tions. The Crew will also sell luminaria, old barbecue grills, washing ma- Ebersole, Recycling Site Manager, benefit the American Cancer Society. which will be lit at the event in honor chines, refrigerators and lawn mow- at (908) 889-8347 or the Fanwood The overnight event is scheduled for of survivors or in memory of those ers; old aluminum windows and Department of Public Works at (908) Saturday and Sunday, May 18 and 19, who have succumbed to cancer. doors (no glass); aluminum gutters 322-7494. at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Businesses and companies can School, designed to raise awareness make donations and receive adver- and funds to support cancer research, tising at the event. A $125 donation Tomasulo Reschedules while empowering people to fight will receive a sign that will be promi- back against cancer. nently displayed throughout the Persons can donate online at event, which draws nearly a thou- Chesek Opening Reception kintera.org/faf/donorReg/ or by send- sand people throughout the night. A CRANFORD – From now through ing a check made out to the American $500 donation receives a sign plus 8 p.m. in the gallery on the Cranford Cancer Society, c/o Samantha the company name printed on 500 Thursday, April 20, an exhibition by campus of Union County College, potter, sculptor and mixed-media art- Luscombe, captain – Kasey’s Crew event t-shirts distributed to partici- located at 1033 Springfield Avenue. East, 626 Maye Street Westfield, N.J. pants who reach their fundraising ist Carole Wong Chesek, entitled RELAY FOR LIFE…The Westfield High School Relay for Life Team, Kasey’s Gallery hours are from 1 to 4 p.m. 07090. Donations are tax deductible. goals. “Memories and Mountains,” will be Mondays through Thursdays and Crew East, from left to right, are: front row, Alyssa Ulrope, Samantha Luscombe, on display at Union County College’s Individuals may also help by visit- For more information, contact Melissa Virzi, back row: Bobby O’Rourke, Sam Johnson and Jeremy Bender. Not from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. ing the Crew at their table at the Samantha at [email protected]. Tomasulo Gallery. Evening hours are from 6 to 9 p.m. pictured are Stephanie Quinton, James Hooper-Hamersley and Karsten Barbas. “Memories and Mountains” in- on Tuesdays through Thursdays. For cludes vessels and sculpture in clays more information, call (908) 709- and works in mixed-media. The gal- 7155. lery is located on the first floor of the Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. MacKay Library on the college’s Union County Baptist Cranford campus. Throughout her career, Ms. Chesek To Celebrate Easter Caring & Courteous Service to the has found delight in combining dif- CLARK – The Union County Bap- ferent materials to develop her mixed tist Church (UCBC), located at the Cranford / Westfield Area Since 1913 media assemblages and works in Clark Circle, will celebrate Easter clay. At various times she has fo- on Sunday, April 8. A buffet break- cused on papermaking, fiber wall fast at 10 a.m. will begin the celebra- Westfield hangings and all manner of found tion. All are welcome. objects with her clay pieces. At 10:45 a.m., the UCBC Praise 556 Westfield Avenue Ms. Chesek resides in Summit and Band will begin a presentation of 233-0255 maintains a clay studio in a carriage special music, complementing the house behind her home. She is cur- program throughout as the audience John L. Dooley rently an instructor of ceramics at participates. the New Jersey Center for Visual Pastor Rick Rule from Columbus, Manager Arts in Summit and Montclair State Ohio will be the special speaker at NJ License # 4100 University. the 11 a.m. service. For directions or The exhibit will debut on Friday, more information, please call (732) March 30, with a reception from 6 to 574-1479. Hillside Cemetery Cranford 218 North Avenue Regarded as one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the East 276-0255 Scotch Plains Charles V. Dooley Manager 908.756.1729 NJ License # 3703 www.hillsidecemetery.com It is far easier for your family if you plan ahead A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 22, 2007 Page 13

See it all in color at! Sports Section www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 13-18 MINEO BREAKS SPF WIN MARK, GANO TOPS 100 WINS Raider Matmen Hit 20 Wins, Regained District 11 Crown

By DAVID B. CORBIN the final bout, resulting in a 33-29 be the go-to guy almost every match Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times squeaker. is really big. To have 124 wins is a Several firsts were recorded by the “It was the first time in school record, that is going to stay for a Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School history that we got to that 20-win while,” said Scholz. wrestling team this season. For the mark. The kids really get a kick out of Senior Sal Gano had a glorious first time, the Raider matmen won 20 it, trying to get up there,” said Raider season by winning the UCT title, his matches, for the first time, they com- Head Coach John Scholz, the D11 third district title and the region title peted in the sectional finals, and, for Coach of the Year. “Beating Voorhees at 125-lbs. He claimed his 100th ca- the first time, the Raiders had two was huge. To come four points shy, reer victory in the section final against individuals break the 100-career win we were excited for Warren Hills.” Warren Hills and upped it to 108 mark in the same season. Addition- Senior Pat Mineo (145-lbs), a three- against 27 losses, while finishing his ally, they were the Watchung Confer- time Union County Tournament season with a 35-2 record. ence champions and placed first in (UCT) champ (2007 MVP), four-time “He went undefeated all the way to the District 11 (D11) Tournament. D11 champ and Region 3 champ, set states. Where he got his 100th win, up Not only did the Raiders bolster an all-time SPF record of 124 career at Warren Hills, was nice. He goes their schedule but also they defeated victories against only 19 losses, placed under the radar but, when he takes off powerhouses such as Hanover Park eighth in the state tournament and his glasses, he means business,” said and Parsippany Hills before defeat- finished the season 36-4. Scholz. ing a strong Voorhees team in the “Pat comes from a family of wres- Senior Ricky Olsson realized his David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times IN THE PROPER POSITION AT SHORT…Blue Devil shortstop Tom Bonard fields a grounder during practice. Last year, sectional semifinals to face off with tlers. Great people! To win four dis- dream of competing in Atlantic City Bonard played mostly in the outfield but shortstop is his strongest position. Warren Hills where it came down to trict titles is an accomplishment. To CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 BONARD TO ‘SET THE TABLE’ AS LEADOFF BATTER Blue Devil Baseballers Have Pitching Abundance, Speed

By DAVID B. CORBIN he was really coming into his own. ball diamond. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times He was 2-0 as a sophomore. He “Michael, two years ago, was the “Murderers’ Row” – dubbed in worked really hard over the summer. number one pitcher on the JVs. He March 30, 2006 issue – that intro- His movement on his fastball is really was outstanding! This year, he is com- duced the “Big Bang” technique of going to help us. mitted to baseball. The basics of his crushing the ball shattered nearly ev- Junior Ryan Scanlon and senior Dan baseball abilities are well established. ery Westfield High School (WHS) Melillo, “were the two mainstays of We are going to work on the little baseball offensive record last year, the JV staff last year and they both finesse parts. He is going to be very won the Watchung Conference title have nice curve balls,” said Brewster. good for us,” said Brewster. and the Union County Tournament Others in the pitching stable are: Presently, the prospects for filling (UCT) title and finished 20-7. All, but junior Mike Cappiello, seniors Zach the first base position are Melillo, one of “Murders’ Row,” have gradu- Deegan, Dan Nuber, Jim Thayer and Venezia and Cappiello. Senior Kevin ated but opponents should not con- Mike Venezia, and sophomore Hennessey is set for second base and sider this season’s Blue Devils to be flamethrower Chris Jenkins. senior Captain Tom Bonard will play David B. Corbin (2007 Region 3) for The Westfield Leader and The Times pushovers. Venezia, an outstanding basket- shortstop. Shapiro, Venezia and SECURING THE REGION TITLE…Raider senior Pat Mineo, top, sees that he is awarded three points for a nearfall to There may not be an abundance of ball player, is no stranger to the base- CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 secure the 145-lb Region 3 title. Inset: Mineo raises his arms after clinching a place in the “Elite 8” at Atlantic City. long ball hitters but the Blue Devils do have speedy athletes who can cre- DUNNAN, LASPATA, BROWN NAMED TEAM CAPTAINS ate concern to opponents on the base paths and can cover a lot of ground RAIDER SOCCER CAMPS defensively to go with a large stable PRESENTS of pitchers. Pitching May Help Blue Devils “We have a lot of guys, none of SPRING BREAK 2007 them are extremely overpowering but a lot of kids with some pretty good Mini Camp: April 3-5 • 9am - 12pm breaking stuff. They have decent ve- locity and I think, because of that, we at SP-F High School Fields • Indoor Facility Available Be UCT Softball Contenders are going to have to throw two or three guys every game,” said Blue Director Home of the By FRED LECOMTE said Blue Devil Head Coach Tara ball hard, she’s very sharp, hitting her Devil head Coach Bob Brewster. “We Tom Breznitsky 7 Time Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Pignoli. “You really cannot substi- may go four innings, two innings, NJ State Champion spots. Lindsay should do a really nice SP-FHS Boys’ Varsity Coach Boys’ Soccer Team This season, the Westfield High tute talent for experience.” job,” said Pignoli. “Our biggest ques- one inning, something to mix it up a School softball team, with a wealth of Offensively Pignoli stated, “Con- tion with her is ‘can she hold off a little bit. What I do like is some of our strong pitching to go with solid de- stantly keeping pressure on the de- really strong team for seven innings,’ kids have really good breaking balls. 15th Annual fense and decent hitting, is ready to fense is really important. As a coach but because we have so much good They will keep kids off-balance.” improve upon last year’s 14-10 record I want them to hit line drives and pitching, she doesn’t necessarily have One of those who demonstrated Raider Summer Soccer Camps: and biting at the bit to avenge a nar- ground balls and I have some kids to.” good off-speed pitching last year was row come-from-behind loss to North who can hit with power. I don’t have Pignoli has high expectations with senior Peter Antonelli. July 9-13 • July 23-27 Hunterdon in the North Jersey, Sec- the speed and the bunting that we had sophomore pitcher Alyson “He has worked very hard at creat- Information and applications: tion 2, Group 4 semifinals. with MaryKate but we do have some Moskowitz, who had a 1.06 ERA and ing a great changeup. Last summer, www.spfraidersoccer.com While the Blue Devils did graduate speed and certainly will bunt, since pitched her heart out in the sectional he would throw a changeup four or four-year varsity starters Kristina that has always been part of our game.” final game in a really tough situation five times then, when he throws the Fietkiewicz and Mary Kate Flannery, Senior Tri-Captain Lindsay Brown, last year. Sophomore Cyndil Mat- fastball, he’s got them looking for the 908-322-6102 along with Jillian Olsen, Jessica a lefty who recorded a 1.61 ERA, an thew, primarily used as the desig- off-speed pitch,” said Brewster. [email protected] Moskowicz and Jen Urcivoli, they do 11-8 record, including four shutouts CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 Junior Evan Shapiro, “Last year, have an abundance of young pitchers and received First Team All-Watchung that show good potential. Conference honors as a first year var- “Because of the strong finish last sity player last year, will have a strong season, I really hope that a lot of our mound presence. younger players are going to carry “It’s clear she worked very hard in that momentum over to this season,” the off-season. She’s throwing the Westfield Living

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Banyasz: Forgotten Hero Devil of the Week Will Return Of Long-Forgotten Time On April 12 By BRUCE JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Several years ago, a woman came immediately established his part of Gandhi wins best picture of the and Nick Van Nispen to do a rousing into CJ’s Extra Innings to buy some that tradition. Playing their home year. National Anthem during JO’s last baseball cards for her grandson or games at Recreation Park, Garwood’s The introduction of noise-free com- weekend at Rutgers.) nephew. She paid with a check and Unami Park and Cranford’s pact discs signals the end of the vinyl Matt Meserole set a couple of state the last name, Banyasz, jumped out at Nomahegan Park, WHS did not have record era. age-group records at the YMCA State me. great success during Banyasz’s two Bon Jovi and the Red Hot Chili Championships at Rutgers. The WHS “Do you have any relatives named seasons, going 6-7 and 5-6. But the Peppers are formed. The Who dis- freshman went 54.66 to win the 13-14 Steve who played sports at Westfield hard-throwing right-hander did strike band. 100-yard backstroke and 1:59.59 to High School a long time ago,” I asked. out a then-school record 17 batters Beach Boys drummer Dennis Wil- capture the 200 back. He also did a “Yes, I do. Steve was my father,” against Roselle Park in his junior son dies. lifetime best 55.39 in the 100 butterfly. David B. Corbin (2007 Section Finals) for The Westfield Leader and The Times she said. “But how did you know year and also had one of the team’s Michael Jackson rules the charts The wrestling match between WHS GETTING WIN NO. 100…Raider senior Sal Gano picked up his 100th career win that?” four home runs. As a senior in 1931, with “Billie Jean” and “Beat It,” but and SPF back on Jan. 5 was the 50th in his 125-lb bout against Warren Hills. Once upon a long-ago time, the late Banyasz hit .262, with another home Toto wins album (Toto IV) and record meeting between the two rivals. 1920s and early ’30s, one of the big- run, and was a pitcher-shortstop, (“Rosanna”) of the year at the Scotch Plains won 59-15 but gest names in WHS sports was Steve flanked by his fellow football Grammys. Westfield, which last won in 2001, Banyasz, especially the big two, foot- backfielders: Waring (catcher), WINTER UPDATE leads the overall series by a 30-20 Raider Matmen Hit 20 Wins, ball and baseball. Urciuoli (second base) and Wright Mike Venezia picked up a couple margin. After missing most the 1929 foot- (third base). of school basketball records this win- DIXON TO BE INDUCTED ball season with a broken collarbone After high school, Steve and his ter, for 3-pointers in one season (53) Tamecka Dixon, the daughter of Regained District 11 Crown suffered in the opener against Sum- brother John continued playing semi- and in a career (109). Both Venezia WHS Hall of Famer Boo Bowers, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 mit, Banyasz starred in the 1930 pro baseball from 1931-42, in the and Tom Bonard (36) broke the old will be among the inductees in the backfield with Hall of Famer Lee Plainfield, Tri-City, Union County mark of 34 treys set by Marc first Linden Athletic Hall of Fame by placing third in the regions at 135- four years of effort. Waring, Mac Wright and sophomore Industrial, Union County and Staten Kozlowsky in 1994. The first year class, Sunday, April 29, at Amicis III lbs. He also was a Johns Goles and a Sophomore Mike Ferrara (130-lbs), Dom Urciuoli as WHS went 6-0-2 Island leagues. He was known as one that high schools used 3-pointers was Ristorante, Linden. district champ, placed second in the in his second varsity season, placed and won the first of the school’s 14 of the hardest throwers in the area. 1987-88 (Dave Brown led WHS that Dixon lettered in basketball at WHS UCT and finished with a 29-9 record. second in the district for the second sectional titles. It was arguably the Banyasz, who was inducted into year with nine), so it’s only specula- as a freshman then transferred to Lin- “We knew we had something spe- time, placed second at John Goles most talented of several outstanding the Union County Baseball Hall of tion to wonder how many 3-pointers den and led the Tigers to back-to- cial in Ricky. After losing to Seton and finished with a 19-14 record. backfields coached by Hall of Famer Fame in 1987, was a lifelong resident sharp-shooters like Dick Myers, Steve back state titles in 1992 and ’93. After Hall, he did a little soul searching and “Mike, I put a lot of faith in. Be- Bob Duncan. of Garwood (before regional schools Wright, Timmy Goski and Spud an All-American career at Kansas, pulled it together. When he beat Mraz, cause Sal was at 125, he was at 130. But baseball was Banyasz’s sport, opened in Springfield, Clark, Monroe would’ve made. where she was Big 12 Player of the you could see that he realized that he Once he got used to the weight class, and it was also the big sport in town, Kenilworth and Berkeley Heights, Venezia will be playing in the 29th Year in 1997, she is now in her 11th was making it to the states,” com- he was able to hold his own. He’s the dating back to the 1890s, when Garwood and Mountainside kids went annual North-South All-Star Game year in the WNBA. mented Scholz. guy who loves to be in the big spot Westfield had a team in the Central to WHS) and owned BandB Liquors Saturday, 2:30 p.m., at the Ritacco Among the other inductees will be Junior Trevor Cannon, who (crucial bouts). He feeds off the en- New Jersey Baseball League, man- in Garwood from 1948-2000. Center on the campus of Toms River baseball’s Eddie Kasko, former wrestled 125 last year, notched a dis- ergy of the crowd,” said Scholz. aged by Charlie Codding. They played We mention all this because two High School North. NFLer John Charles, track standout trict title at 152-lbs and finished with Freshman Tristan Bundy (112-lbs) their games at spacious Drake Park, weeks ago, Steve Banyasz passed After re-checking the final stats, John Moon, three-sport star John a 24-11 record. showed a lot of promise, placed sec- where the centerfield fence was re- away at the age of 95, a long-forgot- Bonard actually had 168 assists this Beriont, softball legend Margaret “Trevor puts all his heart out on the ond in the district and finished with a portedly over 500 feet from home ten legend of a long-ago time in WHS winter, breaking by two his year-old (Toots) Nusse and Millie Deegan, a mat. With his style of wrestling, when 21-13 record. plate. Drake Park extended from Park sports. school mark for assists in a season, member of the “A League of Their he’s on top and puts legs in, you are “The wins were good quality wins Street to what is now Washington BREW XXV: 11 DAYS … and giving him a school record 437 Own” Rockford Peaches of the All- not getting out. It will be exciting and the losses were by a point or two. Street, between Summit Ave. and the Speaking of WHS baseball, the for his career. American Girls Professional Base- seeing him next year, 152-pounder, He was that close. To get four matches Boulevard. 2007 season, No. 25 for coach Bob Just finished reading “Pistol” by ball League. maybe 160,” said Scholz. in the regions was great,” said Scholz. In 1903, the colorful Red Waller Brewster, begins in 11 days — Mon- Mark Kriegel, and I’d strongly sug- The Devil’s Den appears Thursday Filling in for the injured Johnny Freshman Mike Ridge, who had his was the ace of the Westfield staff, and day, April 2, at Plainfield. Here are gest that, a) you read it yourself, and in The Westfield Leader during the Loomis, junior heavyweight Joe Blaes biggest win against Warren Hills, the games were now played at sprawl- some of the things that were going on b) you visit www.youtube.com and scholastic season. Contact us with stunned them all by winning the dis- placed second in the district at 140-lbs ing Recreation Park. There was a in the world when Brewster took over keyword Pete Maravich. There are comments, suggestions or complaints trict title. and finished with a 13-9 record. Sopho- covered wooden grandstand in the from Pete Lima in the spring of 1983: several different mixes and which- at [email protected]. GO DEVILS! “Joe will do anything you ask. He more Dave Casmas totaled 29 bouts at area which is now a bus parking lot to Seatbelt use by drivers and front- ever you pick will be an amazing five beat all three guys in the districts,” 103-lbs and freshman Dawan Gaines the east of the old Lincoln School on seat passengers becomes mandatory. or six minutes, watching Pistol Pete’s commented Scholz. experienced 15 bouts at 119-lbs. Westfield Ave., and deepest Tennis superstar Bjorn Borg retires near-perfect shooting form, unreal Remember When: Veteran seniors Dave DeNichilo “I’m happy about next year. I have centerfield was near Rahway Ave., after winning his fifth straight dribbling and outrageous passes. (160-lbs) and Joe Bachi (171-lbs) both some good freshmen coming up, plus where the Field House (built in 1936) Wimbledon title. WHS senior P.J. Harley qualified placed second in the districts and the guys this year are going to be now stands. Charlie Denman man- President Ronald Reagan proclaims for the U.S. Senior National Swim- WF Blue Devils Stun finished with respective records of more experienced. With Keith Baker, aged that Westfield club which once 1983 the “Year of the Bible” and calls ming Championships in the 1,000 Raider Matmen, 39-29 23-7 and 17-14. Cannon, Blaes, Loomis leading the lost a 3-0 decision to St. Mary’s of the Soviet Union, the “evil empire.” freestyle with a 9:24.93 at sectionals “Dave put everything that he had campaign up top and some JVs filling Plainfield after the Queen City club, M*A*S*H ends its 11-year, 251- two weeks ago at Harvard. He will A highly improved Westfield out there. He put together a nice cam- in, I’m excited,” said Scholz. apparently tired of losing to the episode run on television. swim the 1,000 and 1,650 when the High School wrestling team stunned paign. Joe, I put wherever I needed Westfield nine, reportedly hired a Sally Ride becomes the first Ameri- country’s top swimmers (Olympians, rival Scotch Plains-Fanwood, 39- him. I appreciate everything they did Reading is Good For You team of professionals, including ace can woman and Guion Bluford the NCAA champions) convene March 29, on January 17, 2001. for us for the four years,” said Scholz. lefthander Eddie Plank of Connie first African-American in outer space. 26-April 1 in East Meadow, N.Y. The Blue Devils got several key Senior Mike ZamZam was a Goles Mack’s Philadelphia Athletics. A The famous George Brett “pine tar Chris DeLaFuente, a WHS sopho- victories to pull out the win. At 112- champ at 171-lbs and finished 12-5. week later, New York Giants Hall of incident” at Yankee Stadium. more, had a series of lifetime bests at lbs, Joe DeCampo got a third-pe- Junior Keith Baker (215-lbs), a dis- Famer Christy Mathewson pitched The first Nintendo Entertainment sectionals and last week at N.J. Jun- riod escape to nip Eric Connolly, 3- trict champ last year, finished 23-11 an exhibition at Recreation Park. His System goes on sale in Japan. ior Olympics: 52.48 in the 100 butter- 2. At 125-lbs, John Leonardis and placed third in the district and batterymate was Jack Warner, a The first Hooters restaurant opens fly, 2 .22 in the 200 individual med- clamped Nick Bruno in a cradle in junior Billy Jacobs (189-lbs) placed former member of the Westfield nine. up in Clearwater, Fla. ley, 48.70 in the 100 free, 1:45.04 in 3:45. Ethan Powell commanded a second in the districts and finished That was part of the town’s history Microsoft Word is first released. the 200 free, plus a 1:01.40 100 breast- 10-5 decision over Charlie Lee at 16-9. Seniors Damian Gibbs (135- and tradition in baseball when Steve U.S. troops invade Grenada. stroke relay split. (And we hear that 130-lbs and heavyweight Chris MacKay wiggled out of a nearfall lbs), Al Nassiri (189-lbs) and Chris goleader.com/subscribe Banyasz got to Westfield High School, Martin Luther King Day is estab- “DeLa” combined with Berkeley Pflaum (215-lbs) each contributed then located on Elm Street. And he lished. Aquatic Club teammates Tom Hansen to defeat Andrew Loomis, 10-5.

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By FRED LECOMTE Section 2, Group 3 tournament with a tually picked up. She always wanted Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times heartbreaking, 58-54, loss to the ball at crunch time; came up with Tenaciousness and defensive ma- Morristown. lots of steals and loose balls. She shot turity paid off for the Scotch Plains- “We definitely gave that one away. threes from deep and was able to find Fanwood High School girls’ basket- We had one bad sequence just before her way to the basket off a dribbler.” ball team that won the Union County the half and let them back into the Mains, a very athletic and physical Tournament (UCT) and finished the game,” said Davis. “We lost our com- player, consistently found her way to season with an impressive, 17-9, posure and could not make the big the basket off the dribble. She totaled record. play in the second half. They played 156 points, was third in rebounds and The season was indeed highlighted hard right to the end but we let it slip steals with 82 and 38, respectively, when the Raiders, seeded third, pulled away.” and added 40 assists. off a stunning, 44-36, overtime vic- The influence of senior Co-Cap- “Lauren incurred several injuries tory over top-seeded Westfield to cap- tains, point guard Allie Zazzali and during the season from those bumps ture the UCT championship, their guard Lauren Mains on their team- and hits that she takes but never backed third county title in the last four years. mates was phenomenal. Zazzali, a off,” said Davis. “During one game, “We played a pretty brutal sched- Union County Coaches Association she could hardly walk but insisted to ule, with Shabazz twice, The Hun (UCCA) Top-15 selection, Courier get back in. She just doesn’t know School, St. Peter’s of Staten Island News All-Area for a second consecu- how to give up and hates to lose. She REALLY BOWLING OVER THE COMPETITION…The Westfield High School bowling team won the Watchung and South Plainfield, so we were battle tive year and a two-time Star-Ledger knocked down some big, late-game Conference, Union County and Sectional titles this season, while finishing with a 26-1 record. tested,” said Raider Head Coach Bruce First Team All-County selection, was threes for us. I’ll miss them both, on a lot of levels. They are great young ladies with bright fu- ETTINGER, WRONSKI NAMED FIRST TEAM ALL-UCT tures.” Sophomore Jackie Law, a strong rebounder, also be- came an offensive terror. The Blue Devil Bowlers Rumbled forward was selected to the UCCA Top-15 and named Courier News All-Area Honorable Mention. She To WC, UCT, Section Titles was second in scoring with 226 points, led in rebounds with 249, averaged 11 By DAVID B. CORBIN section regardless of group or public, Moretti of The Star-Ledger. Moretti blocks, was second in thiev- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times parochial, or private. This was the also had Westfield rated No. 3 in the ery and assists with 51 and According to Blue Devil Head first year the sections were broken up state before the finals. 49, respectively. Coach Mike Tirone, “This indeed was into groups. The parochial and pri- Wronski had the highest team av- “She may be the second the best year ever for Westfield High vate schools were put into one of the erage at 202.07 and rolled 42 games best offensive rebounder School bowling.” groups based on enrollment. The over 200 out of 75, while recording around behind Iasiah To start, the Blue Devils were Na- group champion and the runner up 14, 600+ series. Ettinger, who had a Hemingway,” said Davis. tional Division and Watchung Con- went to the finals. The Blue Devils 201 average, set a WHS record with “She rebounds, puts the ball ference (WC) Champions with a became the overall sectional cham- 44, 200+ games and added another on the floor and we’re off. record of 17-1. The record included a pion based on the highest score of the WHS record with 15, 600+ series, We don’t need to look for an WC record of 110 points. The team day from all the teams. including two, 700+ series. Mercado outlet pass. The guards can won 14 of the 17 matches by a 7-0 Blue Devil senior Alex Wronski, finished with a 199.4 average fol- just release. She has a shot at score, the most shutouts in team his- junior Brett Ettinger and senior lowed by Curialle at 197.8 and getting 1,000 points and tory. By season’s end, the Blue Dev- Harrison Mercado were named to the Embree at 196.1. 1,000 rebounds.” ils’ record swelled to 26-1. All-Watchung Conference First Team. “Only six points separated the top Juniors, guard Molly After blanking Roselle Park, 7-0, in Juniors Eric Curialle and Jesse Embre five bowlers,” noted Tirone. Meehan and forward Emily the first round, the Blue Devils rolled were named to the Second Team and At the state finals, the Blue Devils Meehan were among the to the Union County Tournament senior Bryan Elsasser was a member were matched against South leaders in assists and steals championship by defeating New Provi- of the Third Team. Brunswick, the Central Jersey, Group Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times FRIENDS AND TEAMMATES…Co-Captains Allie Zazzali, left, and Lauren Mains, who and contributed in every dence, 7-0, in the final. The Blue Dev- Since five players start for each 4 champion, and won the head to helped the Raiders win the UCT title, have been good friends, as well as teammates. game they played. Molly ils then defeated West Orange, 7-0, team, “It was the first time ever one head competition, 3,072-2,779. But dropped in 93 points, fin- and had a 3,089-2,919, pin count ad- team had six players named to an All- the score was second to Cherry Hill Davis. “We kind of found our groove also named a pre-season McDonalds ished second in assists with 49, vantage over Linden to win the North Conference bowling team,” said East (CHE), winners over Clifton, down the stretch and played as a All-American nominee. Allie sank grabbed 45 rebounds and swiped 33 Jersey 2, Group 4 sectional champion- Tirone. 3,095-2,719. By virtue of the higher team. I was smiling for four days after 967 career points (169 in 2005, 362 in basketballs. Emily netted 110 points, ship. It was the Blue Devils’ fifth sec- Wronski and Ettinger were also pin total, CHE was declared the cham- that game (Westfield). Even now, if 2006). This season, she led in scoring was second with 15 blocks and 102 tional championship in the past six named First Team All-County. pion and Westfield came in second. you mention that game, a smile comes with 436, was second with 98 assists, rebounds and stole 24 basketballs. years and eighth overall since the 1989- Mercado, Curialle and Embree were The Junior Varsity completed a 21- over me. I was so proud of the girls for pulled down 41 rebounds and was the “Emily scored inside and became a 90 season. It was also the 14th time Second Team. Ettinger was First Team 1 season to complement its 17-0 working so hard to get something main thief with 52. good defender while Molly became a since the 1989-90 season that the Blue All-Section and Curialle and Mercado record from last year. They were also they wanted so badly. It was their “She was hobbled with a bad ankle solid rebounder. She can score inside Devils advanced to the state final. were named to the Third Team. The the Watchung Conference champi- moment.” sprain for most of the second half of and has become a better defender,” With reference to the sectionals, in conference and county teams were ons. Before losing their one game this The Raiders were abruptly stopped the season, but never took a day off,” said Davis. the past, only three teams would ad- named by a panel of coaches. The year they had won 30 in a row and the first round of in the North Jersey, said Davis. “Her scoring average ac- CONTINUED ON PAGE 17 vance to the state finals from each sectional teams were selected by Mike CONTINUED ON PAGE 16

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Strong Pitching May Help Lady Blue Devils finished the season on a 13-match Senior Sean Ferro will cover To go from the Mike Murray era to winning streak. centerfield, Antonelli and senior Rick the Justin Olsen era is very nice for During the off-season, the Blue Passananti will occupy leftfield and me. We have had 10 years of quality Be Union County Softball Contenders Devil bowlers will hone their skills junior Joe Vall-Llobera will cover catchers,” said Brewster. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 primarily at Jersey and Linden Lanes right. Juniors Justin Olsen and Matt Ferro is expected to add great de- nated hitter last year and accumu- of the big hits for us,” said Pignoli. spot outright.” in Linden or at Edison Lanes. Loughlin will be behind the plate. fensive coverage in center. lated a .500 batting average (BA) will Moving from second base to short- Pignoli looks for sophomore speed- “One of my rules is that they have Bonard, who was the quarterback “Sean Ferro doesn’t know how to break into the pitching rotation and stop, sophomore Kim Townsend will ster Katie Abruzzo to play centerfield. to bowl a certain number of games in on the football team and the point play the game less than 100 percent. bat 3-4-5 in the lineup. lead off in the batting order. Last year, “She’s also a pitcher, has a great arm the off-season, between 200 and 300 guard on the basketball team, is ex- I told the fielders around him, if he “She hits the ball with power, shows Kim finished with a .924 fielding and carries a lot of ground,” said games,” stated Tirone. “Nothing helps pected to make things happen on the calls for the ball, get away from him. a lot of promise on the mound and average (FA) and had a .231 BA. Pignoli. more than practice. Practice makes diamond. It’s his because he will go through a will share time at second base with “She definitely is getting stronger Junior Alex Pecora may occupy perfect!” “Tommy is our leadoff hitter. We wall after the ball,” said Brewster. junior Ariel Gale,” said Pignoli. and growing. I think she will do a right field and senior Tri-Captain UNION COUNTY FIRST TEAM: are going to score runs because he is Along with Bonard and Ferro, Vall- Junior Erin Scialabba returns to really nice job filling for her mentor Ashley Dunnan will play leftfield. NAME SCHOOL AVG: going to set the table for us. His speed Llobera, Antonelli, Passananti and play third base. Last season she fin- Fietkiewicz,” said Pignoli. “She’s a Both girls saw varsity action last sea- 1. Kent Henderson Linden 206.4 creates things. He’s a kid I could call Hennessey are expected to give op- 2. Alex Wronski Westfield 202.1 a one-man rally,” said Brewster. “He posing pitchers headaches on the base ished with a .279 BA, including 12 smart batter and puts the ball in play.” son. Emily Tebbetts and Laryssa 3. Brett Ettinger Westfield 201.9 hits and 12 RBI. In addition to strong pitching and Borkowsky are expected to fill in at 4. Lou Clementi Ros. Cath 201.2 is going to help us a lot, playing paths. “She did a nice job and really kind smart infield defense the question the different outfield positions. 5. Dennis Ward Elizabeth 200.6 shortstop, which is where he belongs. “This year, we are going to force of worked through the position last still remains. Who will be behind the “We have some tough competition SECOND TEAM: He has been brought up his whole life the issue a little bit. A little bit of Harrison Mercado Westfield 199.4 as a shortstop and that is where he’s everything! We have enough guys year. I think she is now confident and plate? on our schedule, including South Ian Cummings Oratory 198.7 strong at that position.” “A great catcher makes a good Plainfield. We’re in the Rancocos Pat Stegmeier Linden 198.3 going to be.” who create some things,” said Senior Tri-Captain Jenny LaSpata, pitcher great and that’s what we’re Valley Tournament, but I think we Eric Curialle Westfield 197.8 Another person who will be in the Brewster. who finished with a .230 BA, scored looking for. A catcher who can handle can compete with anyone. In our con- Jesse Embre Westfield 196.1 position that he is supposed to be is Despite graduating most of “Mur- THIRD TEAM: Olsen, the sole remaining member derers’ Row,” Brewster’s outlook is 11 runs including two homers, 12 the pitching but also one who can ference, we should be one of the Keith Bulle Linden 195.2 RBI and led the team in walks with communicate with the infield,” said stronger teams,” concluded Pignoli. Xavier Ysabel Elizabeth 194.9 of “Murderers’ Row,” who will be promising. 11, returns to first base for her third Pignoli. “Christine Feldbauer or Katie “I’m setting a goal for this team to Leo Geronimo Elizabeth 188.3 the starting catcher. Last year, he “The fact that we were county consecutive year. Kiefer, both sophomores have some Kevin Mack Ros. Cath 188.3 had a banner year with a .420 batting champions, you’re marked no matter perform better in the UC tournament Joe Tufaro Sc. Pl-Fd 188.3 “I expect Jenny and Erin to make catching experience on the ninth grade than we have and getting to the top average. what. I love the challenge. Our kids very consistent contact and get some level, so one of them will earn the certainly is a goal of mine.” know that they are the defending champions. 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© 2007 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. Westfield Office · 600 North Avenue, West · 908-233-0065 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 22, 2007 Page 17 Westfield PAL Sends Eight To Wrestling Youth States Eight of Westfield’s PAL wrestlers Mike Kalimtzis (junior seventh qualified for the New Jersey Youth grader) and Matt Barber (midget fifth State Tournament. This has been the grader) all won bids to enter into the greatest number of kids that Westfield competition. has sent in recent years and two wres- Pafumi, Skibitsky and Barber tlers, Tony Pafumi and Troy Skibitsky battled to the medal rounds. Skibitsky placed in the elite top eight. wrestled in one of the most competi- In order to get into the state tour- tive weight classes. In most cases, the nament a competitor must place first, bouts between medal winners were second or third in one of eight quali- decided by three points or less and fying tournaments. Christian Barber Skibitsky earned an eighth place (intermediate eighth grader), Matt medal. Pafumi, who also had a heavily Albano (intermediate eighth grader), stacked weight class, grappled his Helen Delpopilo (intermediate way to the semifinal before losing to eighth grader), Erik Godzieski (in- a highly rated opponent, 4-2. Pafumi termediate eighth grader), Pafumi grappled his back in the wrestlebacks (intermediate seventh grader), and earned a third place medal. Bar- Skibitsky (junior seventh grader), ber placed fourth. Fred Lecomte for The Leader and The Times ONE OF THE TOUGHEST...Senior basketball guard and soccer goalie Lauren Mains, one of the toughest athletic competitors, will be missed by the Raiders. HOOPS MVP…At last Saturday’s NJSIAA state championship Non-Public A Final, which was won by Seton Hall Prep (SHP), 56-45, Scotch Plains resident and SHP junior Ashton Gibbs was selected the game MVP. On February 15, Gibbs scored his 1,000th point in leading SHP to a victory over Randolph, making him Lady Raider Cagers Complete the 10th player in SHP history to do so. He was recognized with the game ball, presented by his coach Bob Farrell, his father Temple, his mother Jacqui and SHP Headmaster Msgr. Michael E. Kelly. Very Impressive, 17-9 Season CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 Westfield Renegades Capture Sophomore center Kaylan Jaichon possessed good basketball skills, led the team with 228 rebounds and handled the ball well and shot the 27 blocked shots. She bucketed 194 threes well. Nicole Mineo, according March Madness Hoops Title points and had 15 steals. to Davis, “Shows great spirit, always “Once we do a better job of getting smiles, is a joy to have around, pos- The Westfield Renegades fourth Although, Westfield trailed, 22- the ball to our big people, it will lead to sesses an excellent touch from deep grade boys traveling basketball 20, at halftime, the Renegades, us- better numbers for Kaylin,” said Davis. and shoots quickly when open.” team captured the North Brunswick ing unselfish ball passing, got im- Coming off the bench, sophomore “I’m looking forward to next sea- March Madness Tournament U-10 portant baskets from Lillian Scott, guard/forward Laura Degnan shot the son,” said Davis. “The front line Boys Championship by defeating James Goldberger and Matt ball well off the dribble, followed up looks solid with Jackie, Kaylin and North Brunswick, 37-36, in a thrill- Catanzaro to stay in the game. The her shots and hauled in rebounds. Emily, along with a mostly new ing final game. Renegades took the lead for good Sophomore guard Saxony Nielson backcourt. The real key will be who Westfield won five games in the when Kevin Irving nailed a jumper viewed as, “The next Mains,” accord- steps up and takes over the scoring, tournament in order to best a field from the right elbow with 50 sec- ing to Davis, “Showed very athletic the ball handling, the hustle and the of 10 U-10 teams, including hard onds remaining. abilities. She is quick, tough and fear- heart that my seniors gave. We have fought victories over the East The Renegades benefited from less, runs the floor well and defends the ability to be right back in the mix Brunswick Hurricanes (28-26) and an all-around team effort, includ- with a vengeance.” next year. Who knows, maybe it will South Brunswick (35-32) in the ing outstanding defensive play and Freshman guard Kathryn DeCataldo be five out of six!” quarterfinals and semifinals. rebounding, which frustrated an In the final game, Danny Mitchell athletic North Brunswick team. TOP SKIER…Michelle Goldberg, a Scotch Plains resident and freshman at Kent (11 points) and Sean Elliott (8 Tyler Bansky, Jack Bunting and Place School in Summit, has qualified for the J111 Junior Olympics, a USSA points) led the Renegades. Tourna- Aaron Tabak forced jump balls with sponsored event for the top skiers in the country. J111 skiers are born in 1992 or ment officials named Elliott the their aggressive play. Eli 93. Goldberg also qualified for the Eastern Regional Series and was named to the MVP for his all-around outstand- Wirtshafter and Colin Dursee were Vermont State Alpine Team for the second consecutive year. ing play. Neilan Dolan scored five dominant on the backboards, pull- points, including a big 3-pointer in ing down many rebounds in traffic, the second half to give Westfield a which sparked numerous fast break F-SPY ‘C’ Gymnasts Succeed, lead in the seesaw battle. opportunities. Win Tri-Meet, Improve to 3-0 On March 10, the Fanwood-Scotch on vault. Joelle Pisauro took second Plains Y (FSPY) ‘C’ gymnastic team on vault and the third on beam. Jamie improved its record to 3-0 by winning Rubenstein placed second on bars, a tri-meet over the Somerset Valley third on vault and fourth on beam. and South Mountain Y teams. Kelsey Milo, Heather Mullen and 9U age group: Paige VanBuskirk Danielle Rosenblatt also delivered placed second on vault. Danielle strong performances. The team’s next Scheu earned fourth on vault and fifth home competition will be on Satur- on balance beam. day, March 24 at 3:30 p.m. 10-11 age group: Lauren Lockfeld captured first all-around, first on vault, uneven bars and floor exercise, as Reading is Good For You well as fifth on beam. Tessa DeMaria tied with Lockfeld to share fifth on beam. Briana Lolo grabbed second in the all-around competition, placing first on beam, third on bars and fourth on vault. Marissa DiBella placed third all-around, second on floor, third on vault and fourth on unevens. Abigail Fontana tied with DiBella for second MADNESS CHAMPS…The Westfield Renegades won the March Madness Tournament in North Brunswick this past weekend. 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Owned and operated by NRT Incorporated. Westfield Office · 600 North Avenue, West · 908-233-0065 Page 18 Thursday, March 22, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Wildcats Improve FSPY Swim Girls Win 6 Events, Hoops Season Record to 39-4 Set 3 Records at State Y Meet The Fanwood-Scotch Plains (FSPY) The Westfield Wildcats fifth grade tournament by topping a tough Senofonte, Hawkins and Lyons won Travel Basketball improved to 39-4 girls swim team, coached by Chris the 400-free relay. Henkels, Cranford team. Feinthel, won three individual and over the past weekend and have tucked After winning their first three McGeehan, Gaynor and Lyons fin- three relays, set three meet records ished second in the 400-medley relay. several championships under its belt. games, the Wildcats will face Bask- and placed seventh at the Y Champi- The Wildcats participated in the The 13-14s, comprised of Stephanie ing Ridge in the Branchburg March onship meet on March 9-11. Baliko, Hannah Markey, Jessica pre-season Wayne PAL Thanksgiv- Madness Tournament championship 15-18 Melissa Helock won the ing Shootout and lost by three points Colucci, Kelly Gajdzisz (free only) game. Basking Ridge defeated 1,000-free with a meet record 10:29.09 and Rebecca Dunn (medley only), took in the championship game to Wayne Westfield earlier this season. and placed sixth in the 500-free. In the 5-6, respectively, in the 200-medley PAL. The Wildcats played in the Gar- Coached by Rick Elliott, Tom 200 free, Janene Senofonte and Helock and 200-free relays. Gajdzisz scored den State League (GSL) and the Cen- Decker and Bill Kane, the Wildcats touched 7-14, respectively. Meaghan in five freestyle events – 200 (eighth), tral Jersey (CJ) Basketball League, include David Kane, Dylan Elliott, Gaynor, Adriana Lyons, Nicole 100 (12th), 1,000 (13th), 500 (14th) finishing 10-2 and 9-1, respectively, Chris Callahan, Evan Garfinkle, Colucci, Senofonte and Liz Hawkins and 50 (16th). Colucci touched 11th in in the regular season games and tying Bryon Lessnor, Patrick Decker, touched 1-2-5-7-15, respectively, in 50-free. Baliko and Markey finished for first place in both leagues. Matthew Smoot, Eric Shor, Marc the 50-free. In the 100-free, Lyons, 7-13, respectively, in the 200-breast. The Wildcats defended their GSL Luino, Matt Stocks, Sanjay Sujan, Senofonte, Jillian Murphy and Colucci 11-12 Micaela Lyons won the 50- title by defeating Immaculate Heart and Jack Douglas. touched 2-8-11-15, respectively. free and finished 16th in the 200-free. of Mary of Scotch Plains, this past Gaynor, Murphy, Senofonte and Lyons and Nicole DePaola placed 13- GREAT HOOPS SEASON…The Westfield Y Tinga Tornados basketball team, Sunday. The CJ league champion- PUBLIC NOTICE Hawkins touched 3-4-8-13 in the 100- 15, respectively, in the 100-back. coached by Mitch Slater, played teams from the JCC and Scotch Plains Y. This ship game with defending champs BOROUGH OF MOUNTAINSIDE fly. Mary Henkels, Colucci, Murphy DePaola touched 14th in the 200-back. league combined boys and girls from third and fourth grade. Pictured, left to East Brunswick, whom the Wildcats PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE and Hawkins touched 4-9-11-15, re- Lyons, DePaola, Jessica Cronin and right, are: front row; Valeria Vechorka and Georgia Slater; back row, Sam defeated earlier by one point (their NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the spectively, in the 100-back. Gaynor Melissa Keiser took 14th in the 200- Cruzyn, Javier Bokuwabunai, Colin McDonald, Belle Carroll and Kayleigh only loss), is set for this upcoming Mayor and Council of the Borough of and Kaitlin McGeehan finished 6-8 in free relay. Denner. week. Mountainside are rescheduling the Work the 100-breaststroke. McGeehan 10U Jody Thompson finished third Session Meeting and Regular Meeting for The Wildcats have also won the the month of August. The Work Session touched 11th in the 200-breast. Darrell in the 50-and 100-breaststroke and Fast Break Invitational Tournament, Meeting has been rescheduled to Tues- Ann Smith placed in the 400IM (10th), 14th in the 100-IM. Sarah Cronin featuring 12 teams representing New day, August 14, 2007 and the Regular 200IM (15th) and 500-free (16th). placed in the 200-free (fourth), 200IM Jersey, New York and Connecticut. Meeting has been rescheduled to Tues- Colucci, Senofonte, Hawkins and (fifth), 100-free (fifth), 50-free day, August 21, 2007 at Mountainside They battled their way to the champi- Borough Hall, 1385 Route 22, Gaynor won the 200-free relay with a (eighth), 50-back (eighth) and 100- onship and beat a team from Queens, Mountainside, New Jersey at 8:00 P.M. meet record (1:39.03). Adriana Lyons, back (15th). Cronin, Thompson, New York, in overtime. The Wildcats Martha De Jesus Henkels, McGeehan and Brittany Emma Sherry and Julie Haggan placed participated in and defended their Municipal Clerk Reyes won the 200-medley relay with 9-14 in the 200-medley relay and 200- title at the Clark Holiday Basketball 1 T - 3/22/07, The Leader Fee: $14.79 a meet record (1:50.46). Murphy, free relay, respectively. nt ” itme ing! r comm nspir ou i LEAGUE HOOPS CHAMPS…Westfield’s fifth grade Lakers won the In-Town “ Y is “Thank you to the dedicated Basketball League this season. Pictured, left to right, are: bottom row; Austin e Hatch, Chris Algarin, Vlad Marhefka, Nick Mennona and Tom Gerris; top row, c group of professionals at Assistant Coach Tom Hatch, A.J. Gold, Sean Riordan, Michael Androconis, Matt en Boyd, John Peloso and Coach Mark Androconis. Not shown is Matt Storcks. cell Burgdorff ERA” to ex FSPY Boys Win 7 Events, NJAR Set 3 Records at State Meet The Fanwood-Scotch Plains placed fourth in the 400-free relay. Circle of Excellence Sales Award 2006 (FSPY) boys swim team, coached by Marino, Luzny, Mike Miller and Zach Chris Feinthel, finished eighth among Peart took fifth in the 400-medley the 39 teams at the state Y champion- relay. Luzny, Livolsi and Miller took ships, won seven events and set three 4-14th-15th in the 200-fly. Peart fin- Gold ______meet records on March 9-11. The ished 13th in the 200-backstroke. FSPY boys and girls finished seventh Greg Baliko won the 200-IM, 100- overall, which is the highest place- fly (meet record 1:08) and 50-fly. He ment at in over 15 years. placed second in the 200-breast and 15-18 Scot Marino and 11-12 Greg third in the 100-IM, 100-breast and Baliko spearheaded a strong perfor- 200-free. Baliko, Joe Dunn, Ryan mance. Marino won the 200-IM, 200- Gajdzisz and Ryan McKenna placed breast, 100-breast and 100-free, set- fourth in the 200-free relay and 200- ting meet records in the 200-IM medley relay. Dunn placed in the 200- (1:52.21) and in the 200-breast fly (sixth), 50-fly (eighth), 200IM (2:06.12). He touched second in the (ninth), 100-fly (ninth), 100-free A Special Elizabeth Bataille Beth Sullivan Joyce Taylor Carol Tener 400-IM and the 100-fly. Marino, Phil (11th) and 100IM (12th). Gajdzisz Westfield Office Westfield Office Westfield Office Westfield Office Luzny, Mike Miller, Brian O’Donnel, scored in the 50-back (seventh), 200- back (ninth), 100-back (11th), 200- Thank You... PUBLIC NOTICE free (11th), 50-free (13th) and 100- Silver ______SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY free (13th). CHANCERY DIVISION 10U Jeff Peart scored in the 50- UNION COUNTY I take great pride in DOCKET NO. F-22822-06 breast (fifth), 50-free (sixth), 200- FILE NO. 9719-06 free (seventh), 100-breast (eighth) and congratulating our NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT 100-IM (11th), in the 10 and under age group. Peart, Matthew Giardello, distinguished sales (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: FEDERAL INVESTMENT Matthew Marino and Andrew associates on this great CORP.; MARTHA BRIDGES; DeBiasse touched eighth in the 200- YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND free relay. Peart, Alex Skoog, Marino accomplishment. 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You are further advised that if you are unable to obtain an attorney you may BID FOR: communicate with the Lawyer Referral B08-02 ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT I thank these deserving Service of the County of Venue and that if UNIFORMS AND SUPPLIES FOR THE you cannot afford an attorney, you may 2007-2008 SCHOOL YEAR communicate with the Legal Services Of- agents for all that they BIDS DUE: fice of the County of Venue. The tele- MAY 3, 2007 AT 2:00 PM bring to our company, but phone number of such agencies are as follows: Lawyer Referral Service 908-353- The bids will be received at the Admin- more importantly for Joyce Antone Lois Berger Patricia Connolly Robert Gilmore 4715 - Legal Services Office 908-354- istration Building, 302 Elm Street, 4340. Westfield, New Jersey 07090, on the date offering our clients the Westfield Office Westfield Office Westfield Office Westfield Office THE ACTION has been instituted for the and at the time indicated, and then publicly purpose of foreclosing the following tax opened and read aloud. sale certificate: 1. A certain tax certificate Bids must be in strict compliance with extraordinary real estate 01-062, recorded on 7/11/2001, made by specifications. Specifications may be se- JOSEPH P. SKELLY, Collector of Taxes cured from, Purchasing Office 302 Elm experience they deserve. of HILLSIDE, and State of New Jersey to Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 (908) THOMAS L. ANZALONE and subse- 789-4407. Bids must be made on the quently assigned to plaintiff, THOMAS L. proposal forms in the manner designated. ANZALONE. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 22, 2007 Page 19 Marine Shares Story Port of New York and New Jersey Sets Of Rescued Canine WESTFIELD – On Friday, April International Cargo Record Again in 2006 13, at 7 p.m., Lieutenant Colonel Jay PORT NEWARK — International than 100,000 containers a year, and ducing congestion and associated air Kopelman will visit the Westfield cargo volumes in the Port of New provide a 9,000-foot arrival and de- emissions. The volume we now handle Memorial Library to share his story York and New Jersey hit record levels parture track that will improve capac- at our ExpressRail facilities will elimi- of how the Iraq war brought he and in 2006, and growth projections have ity on the port’s rail network. Con- nate more than 500,000 truck trips his adopted dog, Lava, together. prompted the Port Authority to plan struction also began this month on a from state and local roads. Our road- His tale has been publicized in his $2 billion in seaport investments in $51 million project to build a second way improvement program will not New York Times bestseller “From the next 10 years, Port Authority lead track into ExpressRail Eliza- only reduce congestion and its asso- Baghdad With Love: A Marine, the Chairman Anthony Coscia and Port beth. The new track will allow Nor- ciated air emissions, but also will War, and a Dog Named Lava.” Authority Executive Director An- folk Southern and CSX trains to de- increase traffic safety.” While facing adversity on the battle- thony Shorris announced Tuesday. part and arrive simultaneously into The Port Import-Export Reporting field of Fallujah, Iraq, Lieutenant System (PIERS) reported that loaded Colonel Kopelman embraced an aban- TEUs in 2006 totaled 3,650,926, a doned canine he named Lava. 7.9 percent increase over the Despite military law that forbids 3,385,003 loaded TEUs handled in the keeping of pets, he rescued the the port in 2005. Loaded imports and MAKING A DIFFERENCE...Katherine Roberts, a junior at Westfield High dog from an abandoned home. The exports totaled 2,599,554 and School, receives award as the student winner of the Optimist International Essay pair has been inseparable since. 1,051,372 TEUs respectively. Contest of 2007 from Stephen Wearley, president. Registration begins on Friday, The port’s total general cargo vol- March 30. This program is open to ume, according to data from the U.S. Westfield and MURAL cardholders Bureau of Census, increased to Katherine Roberts Wins only. For more information about this 31,194,421 metric tons in 2006, com- program or to register, contact (908) pared with 28,132,497 metric tons in 789-4090. 2005. General cargo imports totaled Optimist Club Contest 22,126,272 metric tons, a 9.3 percent WESTFIELD – The Optimist Club president of community, presented Jamie Novak to Speak increase over the 2005 import vol- of Westfield announced that Katherine Katherine with a Certificate of ume of 20,236,519 metric tons. Gen- Roberts, a junior at Westfield High Achievement and a check for $250. On Getting Organized eral cargo exports also increased, by School, was the local student winner Mr. Wearley also honored Corey WESTFIELD – Jamie Novak, an 14.8 percent, from 7,895,978 metric of the Optimist International Essay Walsh, who chaired the Club’s Essay organizing expert and TV personal- tons in 2005 to 9,068,149 metric tons Contest of 2007. Contest, as the Optimist of the month. ity, will share 10 simple ways to orga- in 2006. At an awards ceremony on March The winning essay expounded on nize in the community room of the Total bulk cargo was down 2.9 per- 14, Stephen Wearley, president of the the phrase “I Want to Make a Differ- Westfield Municipal Building on

Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 2005 Archive cent to 54,968,141 metric tons in 2006, Optimist Club, and Irv Brand, vice ence Because…” by focusing on Thursday, March 29, at 7:30 p.m. The SHIPPING IMPORTS...Cargo ship volume continues to set records in Port compared to 56,621,526 metric tons Katherine’s own participation in a program, which will include coffee Elizabeth. in 2005. Total bulk cargo imports WBL to Hold Parade, soup kitchen and the Darfur relief and dessert, is open to persons ages 8 decreased from 53,449,638 metric effort and by emphasizing the value to adult. The fee is $5 per person and At Port Newark, Chairman Coscia, ExpressRail Elizabeth and also will tons in 2005 to 49,168,042 metric Opening Ceremonies of individual action standing alone, pre-registration is mandatory. New Jersey Commerce Secretary Vir- eliminate conflicts between road and tons in 2006. Total bulk cargo exports The Westfield Baseball League no matter how small, and as an essen- Ms. Novak is the resident orga- ginia Bauer and Port Commerce Di- rail traffic on the port. This project increased by 83 percent, from (WBL) will hold its fourth-annual tial building block of more effective nizer for NBC’s “iVillage” and has rector Richard Larrabee discussed the will be completed by December 2008. 3,171,888 in 2005 to 5,800,099 met- Opening Day Ceremonies and Pa- collective endeavor. been a featured organizer on HGTV’s 2006 statistics and capital plans. The The ExpressRail system, when fully ric tons in 2006. The changes in bulk rade for all children in kindergarten Her winning essay will be sent to “Mission Organization” with a best- highlights include: built, will be able to handle 1.3 mil- cargo imports and exports were due through ninth grade who are regis- the district level. Essays will be judged selling book, “1,000 Quick and Easy Containerized cargo volumes in the lion shipping containers a year. primarily to refined petroleum prod- tered to play baseball or T-ball with at the district level and each district Organizing Secrets.” Her tips have Port of New York and New Jersey New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine ucts. Total cargo volume by weight the WBL on Saturday, April 14. The will send top entries to the interna- been featured nationally in Woman’s rose nearly 8 percent in 2006 to a new said, “Our cargo volumes are at an (bulk and general cargo combined) parade will commence at 10 a.m. at tional level. College scholarships are World and Family Circle. record high, led by continued growth all-time high, and projections for fu- grew by 1.7 percent, from 84,754,023 Mindowaskin Park and end at available for top winners at the dis- Coffee and dessert will be served. in trade with the Far East, North Eu- ture port growth are extremely prom- metric tons in 2005 to 86,162,562 Gumbert Field, where there will be a trict and international levels. The entrance to the community room rope and Southeast Asia. The dollar ising. However, for this growth to metric tons in 2006. carnival for the kids including The last two years, the winning is on East Broad Street. To obtain a value of all cargo moving through the continue, we must act now, not later, The number of vehicles handled, moonwalks, obstacle course and Westfield students, Katie Gorman and program registration form, visit port in 2006 exceeded $149 billion to make necessary long-term invest- including small trucks, vans, SUVs mazes. Ally Psyhojos, won the district contest. westfieldnj.gov/recreation or call for the first time, up 13 percent from ments to ensure that this port remains and other personal vehicles, was WBL clothing and other items will Individuals wishing to join the the Westfield Recreation Depart- 2005. The number of loaded and the East Coast’s leading destination 852,297, up 18 percent for the year. be on sale, as well as hot dogs, sand- Optimist Club should contact Jeffrey ment at (908) 789-4080, Monday empty TEUs (20-foot equivalent for international shippers.” Imports increased to 690,636 in 2006 wiches, ice cream, cotton candy, etc. Feldman by telephone at (908) 789- through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to units) handled in the port exceeded 5 Chairman Coscia said, “During the from 578,694 in 2005. Exports in- The rain date is Saturday, April 21. 4500. 4:30 p.m. million for the first time. past 10 years, our cargo volume has creased to 161,661 in 2006 from ExpressRail, the Port Authority’s doubled and our rail volume has nearly 143,717 in 2005. on-dock rail terminals in New Jersey, tripled. The dramatic increases re- Other 2006 highlights include: set a new record in 2006, handling quire us to take immediate steps to The top five containerized import TOWN OF WESTFIELD 338,882 containers, 11.8 percent more ensure that our port continues to grow commodities by volume were furni- than in 2005. and prosper.” ture, paper and paperboard, beer and In the next 10 years, nearly $2 Port Authority Executive Director ale, general cargo, and women and 2007 RESIDENTIAL CLEANUP billion in infrastructure upgrades are Anthony Shorris said, “More port children’s clothing. planned for marine terminal facilities cargo is good for jobs and the The top five containerized export and off-port roads and railways to economy, and it’s also good news for commodities by volume were paper improve the flow of cargo. In addi- the region’s 80 million consumers. and paperboard, automobiles, auto Registration by Mail tion to investments in the 50-foot More than 230,000 people now make parts, general cargo and mixed metal harbor deepening project and the their living in port and port-related scrap. A permit is required at a cost of $65.00. Permits may be obtained by mail or downloaded ExpressRail on-dock rail facilities, jobs like trucking and distribution, Imported containerized commodi- from the Town website at www.westfieldnj.gov/dpw provided the applications are the 10-year budget includes funds to and the numbers we see today bode ties showing major growth by vol- postmarked no later than May 25. Residents are to complete the attached Registration upgrade North Avenue in Elizabeth well for future growth. What’s more, ume were general cargo, beer and ale, and to improve the capacity of Port an increase in cargo coming to this apparel, paper and paperboard, and Application and mail it along with a check payable to “Town of Westfield” to the and Corbin Streets, two major thor- port means reduced shipping costs sheets, towels and blankets. Public Works Department, 959 North Avenue West, Westfield, NJ 07090. Permits and oughfares at the port. Investments for goods like clothing, furniture and Exported containerized commodi- decals will be mailed back to the resident. Checks only will be accepted. Registrants also are planned to develop an Intel- beverages and, ultimately, lower ties showing major growth by vol- ligent Transportation System for the prices at the cash register.” ume were auto parts, plastic prod- should have a general idea of what they will be placing at curbside when they purchase the port and to improve inland access. Port Authority Port Commerce Di- ucts, synthetic resins and plastics, permit to determine whether they will need more than one permit. The budget includes investments to rector Richard Larrabee said in 2006, machinery and automobiles. support third-party development of a the total container volume (loaded The top five trading partners in parcel of land adjacent to the Howland and empty) handled in the Port of general cargo tonnage were China, Hook Marine Terminal on Staten Is- New York and New Jersey was Italy, India, Germany and Brazil. In Person Registration land for future terminal expansion. 5,092,806 TEUs, a 6.4 percent in- Top import trading partners in gen- A permit is required at a cost of $65.00 Permits may also be obtained in person at the Construction of the port’s crease over the 2005 total of 4,785,318 eral cargo tonnage were China, Italy, Westfield Public Works Center, 959 North Avenue, West. Residents are to complete the ExpressRail system continues to ad- TEUs and a new annual record. The Germany, India and Brazil. vance at an accelerated pace toward a total value of all cargo handled in Top export trading partners in gen- attached registration application and bring it to the above address along with a check or scheduled completion of authorized 2006 – more than $149 billion – sur- eral cargo tonnage were China, India, money order payable to the Town of Westfield. Cash will not be accepted. Permits projects in 2011. This month, a $40- passed the previous record of $132 Japan, United Kingdom and South will be sold in accordance with, and not after, the following schedule: million component of the project was billion, Mr. Larrabee said. Korea. completed to install new support track Mr. Larrabee said. “Our rail en- There were 5,577 ship calls in the that will double the capacity of hancement investments will provide Port of New York and New Jersey in ExpressRail Port Newark to more an alternative to trucks, thereby re- 2006, compared to 5,322 in 2005. Wards 2, 3, 4 & 1 Mon. - Fri. May 7 - 11 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. OPEN HOUSE~SUNDAY, MARCH 25th ~ 1-4 PM Tues. Evening May 8 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Mon. - Fri. May 14 - 18 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Tues. Evening May 15 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Mon. - Fri. May 21 - 25 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Tues. Evening May 22 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tues. – Thurs. May 29 - 31 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

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Ward #1 June 25 – 29 Ward #2 June 4 - 8 For additional information or a private tour, please call: Ward #3 June 11 - 15 Ward #4 June 18 – 22 8h ‚yUrr  NJAR Circle of Excellence—2006 Gold Award 8hyy9v rp‡)('!""!!#" 600 North Avenue West Westfield, NJ 07090 Kenneth B. Marsh Office: (908) 233-0065 Town Engineer Owned and operated by NRT Incorporated. Page 20 Thursday, March 22, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION High School Orchestra, Chorale Perform Springfest WESTFIELD – The Westfield High the program will include Nathan School (WHS) Chamber Orchestra Margolin in the first movement of and Chorale will perform their an- Mozart’s “Clarinet Concerto” and nual Springfest concert on Wednes- William Mathews, organist and WHS day, March 28, at 7:30 p.m. at the choral director, in Albinoni’s “Ada- First Baptist Church, located at 170 gio in G minor for organ and strings.” Elm Street in Westfield. The chorale will perform several The Chamber Orchestra, con- madrigals, including “April is in my ducted by Raymond Wojcik, will Mistress Face” by Thomas Morley, feature two works by J. S. Bach, his “Flora Gave me Fairest Flowers” by “Brandenburg Concerto No.4” with John Wilbye and the “Kings Sing- SPRINGFEST…Orchestral soloists, from left to middle, are Melvin Diep, ANTIQUES…Members of the Antiques Department of the Woman’s Club of soloists Alexandra Jenkins, Alison ers’ You Are The New Day,” each led Alexandra Jenkins, Alison Ricardo, Yixiao Wang, and Nathan Margolin. Student Westfield visited the Drake House Museum in Plainfield recently. Jesse Levin Ricardo and Yixiao Wang; and by student conductors Georgia chorale conductors, from middle to right, are: Nathan Margolin, Laura Schwab, guided the ladies through this historic house while explaining its famous past. “Concerto for Two Violins” with Mierswa, Laura Schwab and Nathan Greg Boyle, Matthew Leonard, Connor Davis and Georgia Mierswa. Isaac Drake built the Drake House in 1746 for his son, Nathaniel. It was at the soloists Melvin Diep and Alexandra Margolin, respectively. Drake House in June 1777 that George Washington consulted with his officers during and after the Battle of Short Hills fought over the entire Plainfield area, Jenkins. Matthew Leonard and Connor Westfield Community Band which was made up of several towns. Washington and his officers were often Other works and performers on Davis will conduct the group’s two headquartered at the Drake House when in the area on military maneuvers. Italian madrigals, “The Echo Song” First Congregational by Orlando di Lasso and “Fa Una Canzona” by Orazio Vecchi. In addi- Celebrates American Music Trailside Naturalists Offer Announces Musicales tion, chorale will present a piece WESTFIELD – The Westfield cert” by Jerry Nowak and “March WESTFIELD – The First Con- entitled “Sweet Rose” composed by Community Band, under the direc- Grandioso” by Roland Seitz. gregational Church of Westfield, lo- Ellen Scariati and conducted by Greg tion of Thomas Connors, announced The concert will be held at The ‘Project Wet’ For Teachers cated at 125 Elmer Street, an- Boyle. The performance is free. its second annual spring concert to Presbyterian Church of Westfield at MOUNTAINSIDE – The next Content Standards. nounced the last of their Mid-Day The Westfield Presbyterian Church 140 Mountain Avenue at East Broad “Project WET” (Water Education for Trailside naturalists Ruth Yablonsky Musicales concerts for the Lenten Temple Beth Ahm on Sunday, March 25, at 2 p.m. Street in Westfield. The event is free Teachers) workshop will be held at and Joe Filo recently earned their state season with a program by The Man- The afternoon’s music will be a to the public. Trailside Nature and Science Center certification to teach “Project WET” hattan Trio on Wednesday, March Hosts ‘Sundae Funday’ tribute to American music, celebrat- Future performances for the on Saturday, March 24, from 9 a.m. workshops to teachers in kindergarten 28 at noon. AREA – Temple Beth Ahm, lo- ing the depth of music found within Westfield Community Band include until 3 p.m. through 12th grade and will partici- The members of the trio – Anton cated at 60 Temple Drive in Spring- the 19th and 20th century. June 21 and 28, July 5, 12 and 19 in “Project WET” offers teachers tools, pate in the program on March 24. Miller, violin, Eliot Bailen, cello, and field, will present Sundae Funday, an A featured selection for the after- Mindowaskin Park in Westfield. For resources and lessons that can be used The fee for this program is $25 per Daniel Epstein, piano – will perform afternoon of music, moonwalks, make noon will be “A Tribute to Harold more information, go to the band’s in the classroom to help students better person and includes the “Project the Brahms “Trio in C Major, Op. your own sundaes, carnival games, Arlen,” one of the most successful website at understand the importance and value of WET” curriculum and activity guide. 87.” crafts, food, prizes and more for kids composers of American popular mu- westfieldcommunityband.com. water in everyday life. The workshop Light refreshments will be served These free, half-hour concerts are of all ages, on Sunday, March 25 sic in the 20th century, highlighting includes more than 90 teacher-tested during morning registration and par- presented in the church sanctuary on from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. songs such as “Get Happy,” “It’s Only NJWA Concert Band Wednesdays during the church sea- interdisciplinary activities and lessons. ticipants are asked to bring a lunch. There will be raffles and door prizes a Paper Moon,” “Come Rain or Come Remembers Hela Young The daylong program offers teach- Pre-registration is required as space sons of Advent and Lent, and are for parents too. Admission is $10 per Shine,” “Stormy Weather,” “That Old ers an opportunity to learn creative is limited. For registration and more followed by a soup and sandwich child and includes five game tickets. Black Magic” and “Somewhere, Over AREA – New Jersey Workshop for teaching modules while earning six information about “Project WET,” call luncheon available in the church so- Adults will be admitted for free. Pro- the Rainbow.” the Arts (NJWA) Concert Band will New Jersey Department of Education (908) 789-3670 or visit ucnj.org/ cial hall for $5. ceeds will benefit the Temple Beth The band will also perform “Amaz- perform the third annual Hela Young professional development credits. trailside. Violinist Anton Miller and cellist Ahm Preschool. ing Grace” by Frank Ticheli and Memorial Concert on Sunday, March Lessons in the guide are correlated to Trailside is located at 452 New Eliot Bailen are well known to area For more information, e-mail “American Salute” by Morton Gould, 25, at the YM-YWHA of Union at the New Jersey Core Curriculum Providence Road in Mountainside. audiences, being concertmaster and [email protected]. a selection reflective of American 501 Green Lane. principal cellist, respectively, of the culture with a set of variations on the The two-hour concert will begin at Westfield Symphony Orchestra. Pia- Scout Project to Offer popular American tune, “When 2 p.m. and is open to the public. Union County PTA Offers nist Daniel Epstein is a member of the Johnny Comes Marching Home.” Jennifer Dilzelll will be the featured piano faculty at the Manhattan School Girl Empowerment Another highlight of the afternoon bassoon soloist. Tickets are $10 each. of Music in New York. WESTFIELD – Middle school fe- will be Clare Grundman’s single All proceeds will go towards the Hela Manya Ungar Scholarship For further information or to re- male students are invited to an em- movement suite, “The Blue and the Young Scholarship Fund. SCOTCH PLAINS – College-bound in a high school that has a PTA or serve luncheon tickets, contact the powerment day on Saturday, March Gray” paying tribute to some of the Ms. Young was an entertainer and students are urged to apply for the Parent-Teacher-Student Association church office at (908) 233-2494. 31, at Westfield High School, located most enduring patriotic tunes of mid- former Miss New Jersey. She also Union County Council of Parent membership in good standing with at 550 Dorian Road in Westfield. 19th century America. hosted the NJ State Lottery for many Teacher Associations (UCCPTA) the UCCPTA. Candidates must dem- The event will be held in Cafeteria Additional selections for the after- years. A daughter of Holocaust survi- Manya Ungar Memorial Scholarship. onstrate a commitment to commu- Reading is Good For You B. It is being organized by Angela noon include, “Commando March” vors, she served as a member of the The scholarship is based on donations nity service and academics and must Kerins, a senior Girl Scout, as her by Samuel Barber, “Sphere of Fire” New Jersey Commission on Holocaust and will be worth a minimum of $500. be interested in a college education. Gold Award project. by David Schaffer, “Sinatra in Con- Education and was a spokeswoman The scholarship recognizes a Preference will be given to applicants Special speakers, fun activities and for many charitable causes. former National Parent-Teacher As- who demonstrate a financial need. ways to build self-confidence will be Service League Seeks She passed away in February 2002 sociation president and Scotch Plains Applications are available through featured. The first session will be Donations For Shop after a long battle with cancer. The schol- resident, Manya Ungar. the guidance offices of all UCCPTA held from 9 to 11 a.m. and the second arship established in her name enables She helped bring AIDS-awareness member high schools or from schol- session will take place from noon to 2 WESTFIELD – The Westfield Ser- people facing financial difficulties to education to American schools, direct- arship chairman Christine Garofalo p.m. Participants are asked to choose vice League asks members of the enjoy the recreational and educational ing a summer performing-arts program at 460 North Avenue, Fanwood, NJ one session. community to consider donating their activities and programs at the Green in Scotch Plains-Fanwood for 10 years 07023. The chairman must receive Interested individuals are asked to gently used spring and summer cloth- Lane Y in Union. and speaking about the importance of completed applications no later than respond by contacting Angela Kerins ing to the league’s thrift shop for For further information, contact the bringing concerns to elected officials. Friday, April 6. For questions, con- at [email protected] or (908) resale. band at (908) 964-1793 or e-mail Eligible students must be enrolled tact Ms. Garofalo at (908) 889-6809. goleader.com/subscribe 317-2801. The shop, located at 114 Elmer them at [email protected]. Street in Westfield, is in particular need of men’s clothing, household NJ Native Taglieri New Jersey items and linens. Prudential Properties Located upstairs from the thrift shop Comes to Stage House is the league’s consignment shop. The SCOTCH PLAINS – New Jersey consignment shop is now accepting native John Taglieri will come to summer clothing. Spring and sum- Scotch Plains on Friday, April 6, to mer clothing is being sold, with many perform at The Stage House. winter items already on sale. Mr. Taglieri is gearing up to release The consignment shop sells higher- his fourth album, “Wide Awake and quality items, including men’s, Dreaming,” which will be available women’s and children’s clothing; nationwide on Tuesday, April 10, shoes; bric-a-brac and household through Leap Dog Music. items that are consigned by people Over the years, he has gained a who will share in the sale of the item name for himself through his live with the shop. performances and extensive touring, Consigning hours are 9:30 a.m. to sharing the stage with artists such as 10:45 a.m. Tuesday through Friday Sister Hazel, The Gin Blossoms, Jef- George Bips and 1 to 2:15 p.m. Wednesday and frey Gaines and Gavin DeGraw. Sales Associate Thursday. There is a nominal fee to To hear his first single “Starring be a consignor. Role” off “Wide Awake and Dream- DO YOU KNOW THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME IN TODAY’S MARKET? The Westfield Service League is a ing,” go to myspace.com/ non-profit, volunteer organization. All johntaglierimusic. GEORGE BIPSŠ!ENA?PġŠSSS4AOPłAH@NA=%KIAO?KI proceeds from sales in the shops are donated to local charities in the com- CLASSIFIEDS munity. For further information, please call the thrift shop at (908) Buy & Sell Online 233-2530 or the consignment shop at goleader.com (908) 232-1223.

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Legal Advertising Legal Advertising Legal Advertising Legal Advertising ‘Memories and Mountains’ PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS State of New Jersey, which shall repre- actual owner or leasee of such equip- handling and the bidder’s bill-to account On Display at UC College UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY sent that the surety company will provide ment, his certificate shall state the source number; JERSEYLAND PARK the Contractor with the required bonds in from which the equipment will be ob- or ATHLETIC FIELD IMPROVEMENTS the sums required in the Contract Docu- tained and, in addition, shall be accompa- * By overnight courier (US Postal Ser- CRANFORD – From now through Center for Visual Arts in Summit. ments and in a form satisfac-tory to the nied by a signed certificate from the owner NOTICE TO BIDDERS vice, FedEx, UPS, Airborne Express, etc.) Thursday, April 20, “Memories and The exhibit debuted on Friday, Owner’s Attorney and in compliance with or person in control of the equipment upon receipt of the cost of Contract Docu- Mountains,” an exhibition by potter, March 16, in the gallery on the Cranford NOTICE is hereby given that sealed the requirements of law. definitely granting to the bidder the con- ments plus seventy-five dollars ($75.00) sculptor and mixed-media artist campus of Union County College, lo- bids will be received by the Township of Bidders must use the prepared bid form trol of the equipment required during such for shipping and handling. Carole Wong Chesek, will be on dis- cated at 1033 Springfield Avenue. Scotch Plains (here-inafter called the which is contained in the Contract Docu- time as may be necessary for the comple- If the Contract is awarded, no refunds “Owner”) for: ments. Each individual proposal must be tion of that portion of the Contract for will be given. If for any reason the Con- play at Union County College’s Gallery hours are from 1 to 4 p.m. separately enclosed in a sealed envelope which it is neces-sary. The bidder shall tract is not awarded, refunds will be made JERSEYLAND PARK addressed to the Township Clerk, Mu- comply with the documentation require- Tomasulo Gallery. on Mondays through Thursdays and ATHLETIC FIELD IMPROVEMENTS to bidders pursuant to N.J.S.A. “Memories and Mountains” includes from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. nicipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch ments set forth in the Article of the Infor- 40A:1124(b) when the Contract Docu- vessels and sculpture in clays and works Evening hours are from 6 to 9 p.m. on Sealed bids for the above named Con- Plains, New Jersey 07076 marked on the mation for Bidders, entitled, “Bidder Sub- ments are returned in reasonable condi- tract, which comprises the demolition of outside with the number of the contract(s) missions”. tion within 90 days of notice that the in mixed media. The gallery is located Tuesdays through Thursdays. For more structures and the construction of improve- and name of the project being bid on. The successful bidder will be required Contract has not been awarded. on the first floor of the MacKay Library information, call (908) 709-7155. ments at JERSEYLAND PARK within the No bids will be received after the time to submit bonds and proof of insurance Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:531 et seq., on the college’s Cranford campus. Township of Scotch Plains, Union County, and date specified, and no bids will be on or before execution of their respective bidders are required to comply with the Throughout her career, Ms. Chesek New Jersey (“Owner”), will be received at received by mail. The Owner shall award Contracts as explained in the Contract requirements of P.L. 1975 c. 127, NJAC SP Author Pens the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS the Contract or reject all bids within 60 Documents. 17:27. has found delight in combining different Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, days of bid opening, except that the bids Bidders are required to comply with all Each Bidder must submit with his bid an materials to develop her mixed-media Children’s Book Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 on April of any bidders who consent thereto may, relevant Federal and State Statutes, Rules “Ownership Disclosure Statement” and assemblages and works in clay. At vari- SCOTCH PLAINS – Sandra 11, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. prevailing time, at at the request of the Owner, be held for and Regulations including but not limited “Non-Collusion Affidavit” on the forms in- ous times she has focused on papermak- DiBella Donnell, who was raised in which time they will be publicly unsealed con-sider-ation for such longer period as to the applicable provisions of Title VI of cluded in the Contract Documents. and the contents publicly announced. may be agreed. the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended Bidders and their subcontractors of any ing, fiber wall hangings and all manner Scotch Plains and graduated from the The work includes the furnishing of all The Owner will evaluate bids and any (42 USC 2000d2000D4A), the discrimi- tier must comply with all applicable provi- of found objects with her clay pieces. Scotch Plains Public schools, has re- labor, materials and equipment necessary award will be made to the lowest, respon- nation and affirmative action provisions sions of the Public Works Contractor Reg- In “Memory Maps” featured in the cently authored a children’s book. to complete the work as shown on the sive, responsible bidder in accordance of N.J.S.A. 10:21 through 10:24, the New istration Act, P.L. 1999, c. 238 (N.J.S.A. exhibit, she has cast paper largely Ms. DiBella Donnell is the daughter Drawings and as described in the Specifi- with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-6.1. A copy of Jersey Law against Discrimination, 34:11-56.48) and the New Jersey Prevail- cations. The work consists of the demoli- N.J.S.A 40A:11-6.1 is included in Section N.J.S.A. 10:51, et seq., the rules and ing Wage Act (N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.25). made of exploded firecrackers gath- of Camille DiBella and the late An- tion of residential structures, a handball entitled Local Public Contract of this speci- regulations promulgated pursuant thereto, Pursuant to P.L. 2004, c.57 (N.J.S.A. ered from the celebration of the Luna thony R. DiBella. Currently, many of court, and existing picnic pavilion, site fication. The Owner reserves the right to the State require-ment for bidders to sup- 52:32-44) effective September 1, 2004, New Year in New York City. Cur- Ms. DiBella Donnell’s family mem- clearing, excavation and backfill, reloca- reject any or all bids and to waive minor ply statements of ownership (N.J.S.A. all business organizations that conduct rently, she has been working with and bers still reside in the Scotch Plains, tion of a scoreboard, storm drainage, elec- informalities or irregularities in bids re- 52:2524.2) and the State requirement for business with a New Jersey government trical work, construction of a picnic pavil- ceived. submission of the names and addresses agency are required to be registered with rediscovering the “intricate and lush Moutainside and Westfield area. Ms. ion, bleachers, modifications to an exist- The qualification and reclassification of of certain subcontractors (N.J.S.A. the State of New Jersey. Bidders and their beauty” of some of the classical Chi- DiBella Donnell’s book is titled “The ing irrigation system, landscaping, fenc- bidders will be subject to the statutory 40A:1116). subcontractors must submit proof with nese and Japanese glaze that she fires Adventures of Myrtle The Turtle: ing, and electrical work related to the ath- provisions contained in N.J.S.A. 40A:11- The Contract Documents may be ex- their bid that they are registered with the in her 35-cubic-foot gas kiln. Myrtle Goes To The Grand Ol Lopry.” letic field and other components requiring 25 to 32 (“Local Public Contract Law”). A amined and obtained at the Office of the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Di- electrical power as specified and general copy of N.J.S.A. 40A:11-25 to 32 is in- Engineer, Hatch Mott MacDonald, 27 vision of Revenue by submitting a copy of The other theme explores the sub- The story chronicles Myrtle’s de- construction as described in the contract cluded in the Section entitled “Local Pub- Bleeker Street, Millburn, New Jersey, be- their Business Registration Certificate. ject of mountains. After seeing an ex- sire to make it as a country music documents. The work shall be completed lic Contract Law” of this specification. tween the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:45 Failure to provide the Business Registra- hibit of “Sacred Mountains in Chinese singer and her road to success. The within 90 calendar days of the Contractor’s All bid security except the security of p.m. The Contract Documents may be tion Certificate with the bid document will Art” at the Metropolitan Museum of proceeds from the book are desig- receipt of written Notice to Proceed. the three apparent lowest responsible purchased by prospective bidder upon be cause for rejection of the bid as being No bid will be received unless in writing bidders shall be returned, unless other- payment of a fee of seventy-five $75.00 non-responsive. Art in New York City, and subsequent nated to “Wilson Books From Birth,” on the forms furnished, and unless ac- wise requested by the bidder, within ten for each set of full-sized draw-ings with It is the purpose of this Notice to Bidders visits to Tibet and Yellow Mountain in a program started by Dolly Parton companied by bid security in the form of a (10) days after the open-ing of the bids, specifications. Payment must be made to summarize some of the more important China, she studied Chinese, Korean that gives children from birth to 5 one bid bond, cashier’s check, or a certified Sundays and holidays excepted, and the by business check and shall be made out provi-sions of the Contract Documents. and Japanese landscape painting and free book a month. check made payable to the Township of bids of the bidders whose bid security is to Hatch Mott MacDonald. If requested by Prospective bidders are cautioned not to Scotch Plains in an amount equal to 10% returned shall be considered withdrawn. a prospective bidder, one complete set of rely solely on this summary, but to read incorporated the imagery in her work. Ms. DiBella Donnell and her fam- of the amount of the total bid, but not Each bidder must submit with his bid a the Contract Documents will be sent as the Contract Documents in their entirety. A Summit resident, she maintains a ily reside in Mt. Juliet, Tenn., a sub- exceeding $20,000. signed certificate stating that he owns, follows: By Order of the Township of Scotch clay studio in a carriage house behind urb of Nashville. The bid shall be accompanied by a Cer- leases or controls all the necessary equip- * By overnight courier (US Postal Ser- Plains her home. She is currently an instruc- For information on the book, e- tificate of Surety on the form included in ment required to accomplish the work vice, FedEx, UPS, Airborne Express, etc.) Barbara Riepe the Contract Documents, from a surety shown and described in the Contract upon receipt of the cost of the Contract Township Clerk tor of ceramics at the New Jersey mail [email protected]. company licensed to do business in the Documents. Should the bidder not be the Documents plus fifty dollars ($50.00) for 1 T - 3/22/07, The Times Fee: $178.50 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Nonpublic Handicapped Services 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 137,568 137,568 Nonpublic Nursing Services 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 42,472 42,472 BOARD OF EDUCATION Nonpublic Technology Initiative 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 22,880 22,880 Other Special Projects 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 288,026 Total State Projects 288,026 292,256 292,256 302 ELM STREET Federal Projects: Title I 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 235,636 218,179 218,179 I.D.E.A. Part B (Handicapped) 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 1,233,089 1,294,028 1,294,028 WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07090 Other Special Projects 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 307,287 141,504 141,504 Notice is hereby given to the legal voters of Westfield, in the County of Union, New Jersey, that a public hearing for the proposed Total Federal Projects 1,776,012 1,653,711 1,653,711 budget for the 2007-2008 school year will be held on Tuesday, March 27, 2007, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 302 TOTAL SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS 2,193,302 1,945,967 1,945,967 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at 8:00 PM. DEBT SERVICE FUNDS The budget will be on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey, for Debt Service - Regular 40-701-510-XXX 2,399,489 2,379,891 2,399,179 examination by the public between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM each school day. TOTAL DEBT SERVICE FUNDS 2,399,489 2,379,891 2,399,179 The School district has proposed programs and services in addition to the core curriculum content standards adopted by the State Total Expenditures/Appropriations 75,314,177 80,328,975 82,686,478 Board of Education. Information on this budget and the programs and services it provides is available for your local school district. Robert Berman DEDUCT APPROPRIATIONS INCLUDED IN MULTIPLE FUNDS DUE TO TRANSFERS: Board Secretary Local Contribution - Transfer to Special Revenue 11-1XX-100-930 Capital Reserve - Transfer to Debt Service 12-000-400-933 TOTAL EXPENDITURES/APPROPRIATIONS SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET STATEMENT NET OF TRANSFERS: 75,314,177 80,328,975 82,686,478 UNION - WESTFIELD TOWN FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR 2007-2008 ADVERTISED RECAPITULATION OF BALANCES UNION - WESTFIELD TOWN Gen. Fund Gen. Fund ADVERTISED ENROLLMENTS (Reserved) Gen. Fund (Reserved) Gen. Fund Gen. Fund Special Capital (Reserved) Maintenance (Reserved) (Reserved) Revenue OCTOBER 15, 2005 OCTOBER 15, 2006 OCTOBER 15, 2007 Budget General Fund Reserve Adult Ed. Reserve Legal Tuition Debt Cap. Res. ENROLLMENT CATEGORY ACTUAL ACTUAL ESTIMATED Category (Unreserved) Account Programs Acct. Reserves Reserve Service Acct. Totals Pupils on Roll Regular Full-Time 5,235 5255 5320 (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) Pupils on Roll Regular Shared-Time 8 11 11 Est. Approp. Pupils on Roll - Special Full-Time 762 776 776 Bal. 6-30-05 Pupils on Roll - Special Shared-Time 18 18 18 (Prior Budg) 2,083,482 229,521 0 0 0 0 0 0 2,313,003 Private School Placements 79 86 86 Pupils Sent to Other Dists-Spec Ed Prog 26 21 21 Approp. Pupils Received 1 1 Balances Pupils in State Facilities 2 2 2 6-30-05 (from Audit) 3,864,371 869 0 0 687,174 0 100,990 0 4,653,404 UNION - WESTFIELD TOWN Est. Approp. ADVERTISED REVENUES Bal. 6-30-06 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 (Prior Budg) 1,388,988 868 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,389,856 BUDGET CATEGORY ACCOUNT ACTUAL REVISED ANTICIPATED Approp. GENERAL FUND Balances Budgeted Fund Balance - General Fund 10-303 1,829,354 2,075,379 6-30-06 Revenues from Local Sources: (from Audit) 3,495,222 869 0 0 1,396,071 0 156,127 0 5,048,289 Local Tax Levy 10-1210 65,331,148 68,227,778 71,096,796 Tuition 10-1300 15,946 Amount Transportation Fees from Individuals 10-1410 8,267 Budgeted Unrestricted Miscellaneous Revenues 10-1XXX 731,889 544,748 468,570 during SUBTOTAL 66,087,250 68,772,526 71,565,366 FY 06-07 -1,829,354 0 0 0 0 0 -81,554 0 -1,910,908 Revenues from State Sources: Add. Bal. to Special Education Aid 10-3130 4,083,349 4,083,349 4,083,349 be Approp Consolidated Aid 10-3195 347,405 347,405 347,405 during Additional Formula Aid 10-3196 132,923 132,923 269,833 FY 06-07 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Other State Aids-Out of Cap 10-3XXX 263,353 SUBTOTAL 4,827,030 4,563,677 4,700,587 Add. Bal. Adjustment for Prior Year Encumbrances 837,560 Anticipated Act (Excess) Deficiency of Rev (Over)/Under Expnd -192,893 during TOTAL GENERAL FUND 70,721,387 76,003,117 78,341,332 FY 06-07 500,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 500,000 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS Approp. Bal. Revenues from Local Sources 20-1XXX 129,264 6-30-07 (est.) Revenues from State Sources: before Trans. 2,165,868 869 0 0 1,396,071 0 74,573 0 3,637,381 Other Restricted Entitlements 20-32XX 288,026 292,256 292,256 Anti. Excess TOTAL REVENUES FROM STATE SOURCES 288,026 292,256 292,256 GF Bal. Trans Revenues from Federal Sources: during FY 06-07 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Title I 20-4411-4416 235,636 218,179 218,179 I.D.E.A. Part B (Handicapped) 20-4420-4429 1,233,089 1,294,028 1,294,028 Approp. Bal. Other 20-4XXX 307,287 141,504 141,504 6-30-07 (est.) TOTAL REVENUES FROM FEDERAL SOURCES 1,776,012 1,653,711 1,653,711 after Transfer 2,165,868 869 0 0 1,396,071 0 74,573 0 3,637,381 TOTAL SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS 2,193,302 1,945,967 1,945,967 Amount DEBT SERVICE Budgeted Budgeted Fund Balance 40-303 81,554 74,573 in FY 07-08 -679,308 0 0 0 -1,396,071 0 -74,573 0 -2,149,952 Appropriation Revenues from Local Sources: Balance Local Tax Levy 40-1210 2,084,490 1,992,911 2,019,180 6/30/08 (est.) 1,486,560 869 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,487,429 Miscellaneous 40-1XXX 112,709 48,429 52,533 TOTAL REVENUES FROM LOCAL SOURCES 2,197,199 2,041,340 2,071,713 UNION - WESTFIELD TOWN Revenues from State Sources: Debt Service Aid Type II 40-3160 257,426 256,997 252,893 ADVERTISED PER PUPIL COST CALCULATIONS TOTAL LOCAL DEBT SERVICE 2,454,625 2,379,891 2,399,179 2006-07 2006-07 2007-2008 Act (Excess) Deficiency of Rev (Over)/Under Expnd -55,137 2004-05 2005-06 ORIGINAL REVISED PROPOSED TOTAL DEBT SERVICE FUND 2,399,488 2,379,891 2,399,179 ACTUAL ACTUAL BUDGET BUDGET BUDGET TOTAL REVENUES/SOURCES 75,314,177 80,328,975 82,686,478 Per Pupil Cost Calculations: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) UNION - WESTFIELD TOWN Total Comparative Per Pupil Cost 10,321 10,434 11,030 11,249 11,460 Total Classroom Instruction 6,207 6,204 6,496 6,588 6,732 ADVERTISED APPROPRIATIONS Classroom-Salaries and Benefits 5,945 5,910 6,199 6,249 6,448 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 Classroom-General Supplies and Textbooks 203 223 219 255 208 BUDGET CATEGORY ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES REV. APPROP. APPROPRIATIONS Classroom-Purchased Services and Other 59 71 78 84 76 GENERAL CURRENT EXPENSE Total Support Services 1,695 1,747 1,818 1,876 1,917 Regular Programs - Instruction 11-1XX-100-XXX 25,838,612 26,527,484 26,820,453 Support Services-Salaries and Benefits 1,509 1,509 1,617 1,632 1,703 Special Education - Instruction 11-2XX-100-XXX 4,477,217 4,812,353 5,027,731 Total Administrative Costs 1,245 1,205 1,283 1,315 1,300 Basic Skills/Remedial - Instruction 11-230-100-XXX 762,286 833,483 951,204 Administration-Salaries and Benefits 892 872 917 925 954 Bilingual Education - Instruction 11-240-100-XXX 201,752 215,450 222,557 Total Operations and Maintenance of Plant 980 1,063 1,166 1,198 1,231 School-Spon. Co/Extra-Curr. Activities-Instruct 11-401-100-XXX 145,343 369,045 366,688 Operations & Maintenance of Plant- School Sponsored Athletics - Instruction 11-402-100-XXX 963,256 988,718 1,029,307 Salary & Ben. 651 648 741 745 767 Undistributed Expenditures: Total Food Services Costs 3 1 2 2 2 Instruction 11-000-100-XXX 5,021,996 5,343,301 5,528,646 Total Extracurricular Costs 191 214 265 270 277 Attendance and Social Work Services 11-000-211-XXX 115,403 114,635 120,821 Total Equipment Costs 19 6 2 2 29 Health Services 11-000-213-XXX 1,044,093 1,085,035 1,176,266 Employee Benefits as a % of Salaries 21.6 20.8 24.5 24.5 25.9 Other Supp Serv - Stds - Related & Extraordinary 11-000-216,217 2,298,272 2,374,226 2,324,743 The information presented in columns 1 through 3 as well as the related descriptions of the per pupil cost calculations are contained Other Support Services - Students - Regular 11-000-218-XXX 1,701,628 1,784,709 1,742,443 in the 2007 Comparative Spending Guide and can be found on the Department of Education's Internet address: http://www.state.nj.us/ Other Support Services - Students - Special 11-000-219-XXX 1,196,255 1,219,986 1,230,498 education under Finance, when available. This publication is available in the board office and public libraries. The same calculations Improvement of Instructional Services 11-000-221-XXX 1,324,931 1,420,956 1,512,469 were performed using the 2006-07 revised appropriations and 2007-08 budgeted appropriations presented in this advertised budget. Educational Media Services - School Library 11-000-222-XXX 1,226,543 1,320,238 1,343,935 Total Comparative Per Pupil Cost is defined as current expense exclusive of tuition expenditures, transportation, residential costs, and Instructional Staff Training Services 11-000-223-XXX 85,188 113,131 132,631 judgments against the school district. For all years, it also includes the restricted entitlement aids. With the exception of Total Equipment Support Services - General Administration 11-000-230-XXX 1,213,660 1,513,992 1,481,272 Cost, each of the other per pupil cost calculations presented is a component of the total comparative per pupil cost, although all Support Services - School Administration 11-000-240-XXX 2,825,371 2,898,404 3,002,113 components are not shown. Central Svcs & Admin Info Technology 11-000-25X-XXX 2,322,968 2,434,047 2,262,061 Operation and Maintenance of Plant Services 11-000-26X-XXX 5,738,201 6,351,821 6,554,927 UNION - WESTFIELD TOWN Student Transportation Services 11-000-270-XXX 2,326,760 2,400,301 2,593,977 ANNUAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET STATEMENT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION Other Support Services 11-000-290-XXX 800 587 Personal Services - Employee Benefits 11-XXX-XXX-2XX 9,450,066 11,645,287 12,727,095 4A. Advertised Capital Outlay Projects Food Services 11-000-310-XXX 3,511 14,000 13,000 Describe below, by project number, the appropriations for budgeted Capital Outlay Projects including those items related to the Total Undistributed Expenditures 37,895,646 42,034,656 43,746,897 district's Long Range Facilities Plan. Include only construction, remodeling, renovations, installation of service systems, land and TOTAL GENERAL CURRENT EXPENSE 70,284,112 75,781,189 78,164,837 improvements, and the purchase of buildings. If the project is eligible for a grant, enter an ‘X’ in column 4. Do not include equipment. Include all projects budgeted on the transfer lines to Capital Projects fund (8326 and 8335). If the project is a request to exceed an CAPITAL OUTLAY existing referendum (Under N.J.A.C. 6A: 26-4.4(a)3), enter an 'X' in column 5 and enter the funding source for the request in column Equipment 12-XXX-XXX-73X 33,784 11,800 176,495 6. Complete a detailed budget for each project. Facilities Acquisition and Construction Services 12-000-4XX-XXX 403,491 210,128 TOTAL CAPITAL OUTLAY 437,275 221,928 176,495 Request to GENERAL FUND GRAND TOTAL 70,721,387 76,003,117 78,341,332 Project Dollar Eligible Request to Funding Source Description/Activity Number Amount for Grant Referendum for Request SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS Local Projects 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 129,264 Other State Projects: Total Amount: Nonpublic Textbooks 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 35,894 35,894 Nonpublic Auxiliary Services 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 53,442 53,442 1 T - 3/22/07, The Leader Fee: $624.24 Page 24 Thursday, March 22, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WF Workshop Brochure Local Organizations Arrives, Registration Begins Receive Arts Grants AREA – Fifty-three Union County orga- County: “Concerts and music instruction with WESTFIELD – Each winter, area while the drama department includes This year, the WSW will present two nizations presenting arts programs will re- NJ Workshop for the Arts- $2,000.” parents, with children from pre-school adventures in drama, creative drama, musical theater productions. Students ceive a total of $105,350 from the Fiscal Year 2007 Union County Arts Grant Program. WESTFIELD to high school, anticipate the publica- junior acting workshop, magic and in the Workshop Theater, for grades 6 to “That sum represents the majority of Johnny Wu- Chinese American Cultural tion of the brochure for the Westfield “Whose Line Is It,” a popular improv 9, will perform in Gilbert and Sullivan’s Association: “Performances and classes in the Local Arts Program grant of $165,418 Chinese and Western choral music – $1,450.” Summer Workshop (WSW), a compre- class for students in grades 4 to 8. Pirates of Penzance on July 25 and 26. awarded to the Union County Office of hensive five-week fine-and-perform- Fourteen separate courses comprise High-school students, in the after- Cultural and Heritage Affairs by the New Ann Hoener- Choral Art Society: “A se- ing-arts program that encompasses a the kaleidoscope department, includ- noon Showcase Theater, will present Jersey State Council on the Arts ries of choral music concerts – $2,050.” variety of artistic choices in arts, crafts, ing chess, cooking magic, CSI: Thoroughly Modern Millie on July Michael Rosin (NJSCA),” Freeholder Chairwoman Bette Donald Mokrauer- Community Players of music, dance, drama, kaleidoscope, Westfield, exploring science, math 19, 20 and 21. This play requires an Rosin Places Second Jane Kowalski said. Westfield: “Annual series of theatrical produc- communications and musical theater. skills, scrabbling, strategy games and audition and students may arrange Among the fiscal year 2007 awardees are: tions – $2,950.” This year’s WSW will begin on think tank. for this audition by calling (908) 789- Mary Jackson- Family Support Organiza- In Steiner Competition CRANFORD tion of Union County: “Creative writing and Monday, June 25, and continue until The music department contains many 9696. Students in this program will WESTFIELD – Michael Rosin, 15, a Dennis Jenkins- Celebration Singers: theatre arts by Playwrights Theatre for youth Friday, July 27, from 8:30 a.m. until electives including band, be a star, brass/ also showcase their talents in a Broad- freshman at Westfield High School, was “Popular music programs performed by adult with special needs – $2,000.” and children’s choruses – $2,175.” 12:30 p.m., at Edison Intermediate woodwinds, fiddlin’ fun, guitar, key- way Revue called Cabaret Night on awarded second place in the Eric Steiner Barbara Thomson- First Congregational School, located at 800 Rahway Avenue boards and vocal performance. Aspir- July 27. Composition Competition of the NJ Mu- Roger Hayden- Cranford Dramatic Club Church of Westfield: “Mid-Day Musicales Community Theatre: “General operating sup- series of half-hour concerts – $1,650.” in Westfield. The school is easily acces- ing musicians who need some help in Parents who are interested in a full sic Educator’s Association for an original port for three theatrical productions – $2,550.” sible from Exit 135 on the Garden State deciding which instrument to play can day of programming for their chil- piano composition entitled “Where Eagles Trent Johnson- First United Methodist Parkway and from the Mountain Av- enroll in music sampler, and learn the dren can enroll them in YMCA After- Soar.” Adele Gilman- Cranford Housing Board: Church: “Support Oratorio Singers annual cho- “Musical stage show for seniors by other se- ral concert – $1,500.” enue Exit off Route 22 East. basics of five different instruments. noon Adventures, which begins when Michael has written approximately 15 niors- $1,100.” musical compositions for piano, orches- Valerie Pineda- New Jersey Workshop for The WSW program offers 28 course The workshop offers two separate the workshop day ends at 12:30 p.m. Doug Brown- Rahway Valley Jerseyaires: selections in its arts and crafts depart- programs for pre-schoolers, the pre- Students have lunch with the Y staff tra and chorus and hopes to pursue a the Arts: “The Little Opera Company family “Performing, preserving and expanding the opera series – $2,850.” ment, which includes air brush, archi- kindergarten class, for those who must at the Edison cafeteria and continue career in composition. quality of barbershop singing including a Youth tecture, basketry, cartooning, carving, be four years old by October 31, and a afternoon activities with the YMCA “My goal is to conduct the NJ Symphony Outreach Program – $2,750.” Gary Grimsley- United County Educa- graphic design, mosaics, origami, pot- kindergarten class, for those who are counselors. Orchestra and to possibly have the orches- tional Services Commission: “Performing art tra perform one of my pieces,” Michael FANWOOD classes for students by WYACT. – $2,800.” tery, scrap booking, sculpture, studio entering kindergarten in September. Degreed and/or certified teachers, Holly Pedicone- Children’s Specialized arts, throwing paint and wood crafts. Among the artistic experiences to which experienced performers and profes- said. He also plays piano, flute, string bass Hospital: “Multi-discipline enrichment pro- Thelma Smith- Westfield Community and who sings, plans to pursue a degree in gram for children with disabilities – $2,050.” Center: “Keyboard instruction for after school Among the courses in the communi- the children are exposed are those in sional artists staff the WSW. Many of music theory and composition in college. children program – $1,875.” cations department are book club, cre- arts and crafts, violin, drama, foreign the staff members possess advanced He is currently the only freshman at SCOTCH PLAINS To inquire about the Union County ative writing, moviemakers, myths and language and creative movement. degrees in their fields of expertise. Asit K. Ray c/o Chatterjee, Garden State Westfield High School enrolled in the Cultural Association: “East Indian-American Arts Grant program or to learn about legends, summer fling, TV production, The 2007 WSW contains a new To request the 16-page comprehen- Advanced Music Theory and Composi- cultural fall festival, “Durga Puja” – $1,275.” other programs, services and volunteer video animation and the gecko kids devised as a transition course for stu- sive WSW brochure, or information on tion Class taught by the Orchestra and opportunities through the Office, contact Nan Statton- Jewish Community Center of the Union County Office of Cultural and creative computer studio. dents entering the first grade. The Little any program of the NJWA, call (908) Band Conductor and Composer, Raymond Central NJ: “Support music and art programs The dance and movement depart- Artists will explore such areas as arts 789-9696 or visit their studios at 150- Wojcik. for senior citizens – $1,000.” Heritage Affairs at 633 Pearl Street, Eliza- ment contains such classes as Broad- and crafts, sculpture, gymnastics, math, 152 East Broad Street in Westfield. Michael will receive a cash award and beth, NJ 07202, call (908) 558-2550 or e- UNION mail: [email protected]. NJ Relay way jazz, dance/pom, fencing, get in keyboarding, magic, Spanish, read- Additional information is available on have the opportunity to perform his piece Jani Kovacs-Jonas- YM-YWHA/Union the game, gymnastics, and hip hop, ing, writing, drama and more. the web at njworkshopforthearts.com. in an upcoming concert. users dial 711. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE

Instruction 13-4XX-100-XXX 36,049 Total Other Special Schools 36,049 BOARD OF EDUCATION TOTAL SPECIAL SCHOOLS 36,049 GENERAL FUND GRAND TOTAL 63,814,780 69,052,881 70,420,379 SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD, NEW JERSEY SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS Local Projects 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 42,211 In accordance with the New Jersey Statutes relating hereto, Notice is hereby given that the Board of Education of the School District of the Township of Scotch Plains and the Borough of Fanwood has prepared a tentative budget for the school year beginning July 1, Other State Projects: 2007 and ending June 30, 2008, which is on file and open to inspections at the Secretary’s office in the Administration Offices, Cedar Nonpublic Textbooks 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 67,592 69,590 69,590 Street and Evergreen Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Nonpublic Auxiliary Services 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 155,851 It should be observed that expenditures are shown under a GAAP format (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) approved by Nonpublic Handicapped Services 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 132,690 134,735 134,735 the New Jersey Department of Education. This format shows the School District’s tentative budget by general program rather than in Nonpublic Nursing Services 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 82,344 61,758 61,758 the line item structure, thus providing the reader with a better understanding of how the District plans to utilize community resources. Nonpublic Technology Initiative 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 40,736 Public Hearing on said budget will be held at the Administration Offices, Cedar Street and Evergreen Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Other Special Projects 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 87,144 Jersey, at 7:00 p.m. on TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2007. Total State Projects 566,357 266,083 266,083 The tentative budget will be on file and open for examination from the date of this Notice until MARCH 27, 2007 between the hours Federal Projects: of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, on regular school days, in the Office of the Secretary, Administration Offices, Cedar Street Title I 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 72,199 and Evergreen Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Title VI 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 12,646 12,646 The school district has proposed programs and services in addition to the core curriculum content standards adopted by the State I.D.E.A. Part B (Handicapped) 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 1,032,776 1,180,000 1,180,000 Board of Education. Information on this budget and the programs and services it provides is available from your local school district. Other Special Projects 20-XXX-XXX-XXX 96,990 42,093 42,093 Total Federal Projects 1,201,965 1,234,739 1,234,739 Anthony Del Sordi, Board Secretary TOTAL SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS 1,810,533 1,500,822 1,500,822 Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education Scotch Plains, New Jersey DEBT SERVICE FUNDS The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood Debt Service - Regular 40-701-510-XXX 2,549,692 2,487,478 2,421,107 Publication Date: March 22, 2007 TOTAL DEBT SERVICE FUNDS 2,549,692 2,487,478 2,421,107 Total Expenditures/Appropriations 68,175,005 73,041,181 74,342,308 SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET STATEMENT UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG ADVERTISED RECAPITULATION OF BALANCES FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR 2007-2008 Gen. Fund Gen. Fund (Reserved) Gen. Fund (Reserved) Gen. Fund Gen. Fund Special UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG Capital (Reserved) Maintenance (Reserved) (Reserved) Revenue ADVERTISED ENROLLMENTS Budget General Fund Reserve Adult Ed. Reserve Legal Tuition Debt Cap. Res. Category (Unreserved) Account Programs Acct. Reserves Reserve Service Acct. Totals OCTOBER 15, 2005 OCTOBER 15, 2006 OCTOBER 15, 2007 (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) ENROLLMENT CATEGORY ACTUAL ACTUAL ESTIMATED Est. Approp. Pupils on Roll Regular Full-Time 4,592 4,649 4699 Bal. 6-30-05 Pupils on Roll Regular Shared-Time 16 31 25 (Prior Budg) 1,221,372 400,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,621,372 Pupils on Roll - Special Full-Time 609 663 663 Pupils on Roll - Special Shared-Time 10 15 Approp. Private School Placements 62 66 Balances Pupils Sent to Other Districts-Reg Prog 1 6-30-05 Pupils Sent to Other Dists-Spec Ed Prog 32 28 94 (from Audit) 1,986,345 407,447 0 0 599,977 0 1 0 2,993,770 Pupils Received 2 Est. Approp. Pupils in State Facilities 2 Bal. 6-30-06 (Prior Budg) 1,193,638 400,225 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,593,863 UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG Approp. ADVERTISED REVENUES Balances 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 6-30-06 BUDGET CATEGORY ACCOUNT ACTUAL REVISED ANTICIPATED (from Audit) 2,326,827 15,896 0 0 0 0 10,961 0 2,353,684 GENERAL FUND Amount Budgeted Fund Balance - General Fund 10-303 826,832 149,322 Budgeted during Revenues from Local Sources: FY 06-07 -826,832 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -826,832 Local Tax Levy 10-1210 58,662,794 62,140,004 65,455,759 Tuition 10-1300 103,859 Add. Bal. to be Approp Unrestricted Miscellaneous Revenues 10-1XXX 728,448 450,000 575,000 during SUBTOTAL 59,495,101 62,590,004 66,030,759 FY 06-07 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Revenues from State Sources: Add. Bal. Transportation Aid 10-3120 715,918 715,918 715,918 Anticipated Special Education Aid 10-3130 2,936,944 2,936,944 2,936,944 during Bilingual Education 10-3140 28,086 28,086 28,086 FY 06-07 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Consolidated Aid 10-3195 315,939 315,939 Additional Formula Aid 10-3196 435,846 119,907 243,411 Approp. Bal. Other State Aids-Out of Cap 10-3XXX 265,032 6-30-07 (est.) SUBTOTAL 4,381,826 4,116,794 4,240,298 before Trans. 1,499,995 15,896 0 0 0 0 10,961 0 1,526,852 Adjustment for Prior Year Encumbrances 1,519,251 Anti. Excess Act (Excess) Deficiency of Rev (Over)/Under Expnd -62,147 GF Bal. Trans TOTAL GENERAL FUND 63,814,780 69,052,881 70,420,379 during FY 06-07 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS Approp. Bal. Revenues from Local Sources 20-1XXX 42,211 6-30-07 (est.) after Transfer 1,499,995 15,896 0 0 0 0 10,961 0 1,526,852 Revenues from State Sources: Other Restricted Entitlements 20-32XX 566,357 266,083 266,083 Amount TOTAL REVENUES FROM STATE SOURCES 566,357 266,083 266,083 Budgeted in FY 07-08 -149,322 0 0 0 0 0 -10,961 0 -160,283 Revenues from Federal Sources: Appropriation Title I 20-4411-4416 72,199 Balance Title VI 20-4417-4418 12,646 12,646 6/30/08 (est.) 1,350,673 15,896 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,366,569 I.D.E.A. Part B (Handicapped) 20-4420-4429 1,032,776 1,180,000 1,180,000 Other 20-4XXX 96,990 42,093 42,093 UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG TOTAL REVENUES FROM FEDERAL SOURCES 1,201,965 1,234,739 1,234,739 TOTAL SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS 1,810,533 1,500,822 1,500,822 ADVERTISED PER PUPIL COST CALCULATIONS DEBT SERVICE 2006-07 2006-07 2007-08 Budgeted Fund Balance 40-303 10,961 2004-05 2005-06 ORIGINAL REVISED PROPOSED Revenues from Local Sources: ACTUAL ACTUAL BUDGET BUDGET BUDGET Local Tax Levy 40-1210 2,560,652 2,487,478 2,410,146 Per Pupil Cost Calculations: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) TOTAL REVENUES FROM LOCAL SOURCES 2,560,652 2,487,478 2,410,146 Total Comparative Per Pupil Cost 10,345 10,350 11,060 11,281 11,401 TOTAL LOCAL DEBT SERVICE 2,560,652 2,487,478 2,421,107 Total Classroom Instruction 6,049 5,841 6,352 6,507 6,639 Act (Excess) Deficiency of Rev (Over) / Under Expnd -10,960 Classroom-Salaries and Benefits 5,835 5,610 6,079 6,232 6,376 TOTAL DEBT SERVICE FUND 2,549,692 2,487,478 2,421,107 Classroom-General Supplies and Textbooks 182 7 217 220 215 TOTAL REVENUES/SOURCES 68,175,005 73,041,181 74,342,308 Classroom-Purchased Services and Other 33 224 56 56 49 Total Support Services 1,641 1,763 1,886 1,907 1,870 UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG Support Services-Salaries and Benefits 1,414 1,612 1,634 1,655 1,638 ADVERTISED APPROPRIATIONS Total Administrative Costs 1,028 1,040 1,115 1,142 1,117 Administration-Salaries and Benefits 857 885 901 912 905 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 Total Operations and Maintenance of Plant 1,313 1,409 1,408 1,415 1,457 BUDGET CATEGORY ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES REV. APPROP. APPROPRIATIONS Operations & Maintenance of Plant- GENERAL CURRENT EXPENSE Salary & Ben. 830 862 885 891 905 Regular Programs - Instruction 11-1XX-100-XXX 19,361,763 22,217,476 22,576,920 Total Food Services Costs 0 0 0 0 0 Special Education - Instruction 11-2XX-100-XXX 4,028,662 4,862,744 5,003,048 Total Extracurricular Costs 266 259 268 276 282 Basic Skills/Remedial - Instruction 11-230-100-XXX 666,861 765,821 778,430 Total Equipment Costs 31 27 27 27 22 Bilingual Education - Instruction 11-240-100-XXX 67,484 76,234 74,398 Employee Benefits as a % of Salaries 26.2 27.7 26.4 25.6 26.8 School-Spon. Co/Extra-Curr. Activities-Instruct 11-401-100-XXX 308,306 333,701 326,524 School Sponsored Athletics - Instruction 11-402-100-XXX 807,871 893,669 931,272 The information presented in columns 1 through 3 as well as the related descriptions of the per pupil cost calculations are contained Community Services Programs/Operations 11-800-330-XXX 82,739 72,093 72,498 in the 2007 Comparative Spending Guide and can be found on the Department of Education’s Internet address: http://www.state.nj.us/ Undistributed Expenditures: education under Finance, when available. This publication is available in the board office and public libraries. The same calculations Instruction 11-000-100-XXX 4,553,437 4,627,041 4,978,962 were performed using the 2006-07 revised appropriations and 2007-08 budgeted appropriations presented in this advertised budget. Attendance and Social Work Services 11-000-211-XXX 86,646 93,736 96,858 Total Comparative Per Pupil Cost is defined as current expense exclusive of tuition expenditures, transportation, residential costs, and Health Services 11-000-213-XXX 630,294 776,682 739,304 judgments against the school district. For all years, it also includes the restricted entitlement aids. With the exception of Total Equipment Other Supp Serv - Stds - Related & Extraordinary 11-000-216,217 1,670,846 1,829,151 1,694,548 Cost, each of the other per pupil cost calculations presented is a component of the total comparative per pupil cost, although all Other Support Services - Students - Regular 11-000-218-XXX 1,197,240 1,404,877 1,322,282 components are not shown. Other Support Services - Students - Special 11-000-219-XXX 1,158,839 1,356,438 1,331,548 UNION - SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD REG Improvement of Instructional Services 11-000-221-XXX 798,795 882,358 896,742 ANNUAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET STATEMENT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION Educational Media Services - School Library 11-000-222-XXX 676,871 835,655 783,152 Instructional Staff Training Services 11-000-223-XXX 1,152,381 1,189,038 1,322,122 4A. Advertised Capital Outlay Projects Support Services - General Administration 11-000-230-XXX 1,981,589 1,085,037 988,576 Describe below, by project number, the appropriations for budgeted Capital Outlay Projects including those items related to the Support Services - School Administration 11-000-240-XXX 2,447,314 2,532,374 2,463,185 district's Long Range Facilities Plan. Include only construction, remodeling, renovations, installation of service systems, land and Central Svcs & Admin Info Technology 11-000-25X-XXX 1,527,615 1,519,647 improvements, and the purchase of buildings. If the project is eligible for a grant, budget only the local share of the project and enter Operation and Maintenance of Plant Services 11-000-26X-XXX 6,371,990 6,577,520 6,801,122 an X in column 4. Do not include equipment. Include all projects budgeted on the transfer lines to Capital Projects fund (8326 and 8335). Student Transportation Services 11-000-270-XXX 2,537,608 2,701,073 2,991,777 If the project is a request to exceed and existing referendum (Under N.J.A.C. 6A:26-4.4(a)3), enter an ‘X’ in column 5 and enter the Personal Services - Employee Benefits 11-XXX-XXX-2XX 10,507,308 10,897,893 11,550,338 funding source for the request in column 6. Complete a detailed budget for each project. Total Undistributed Expenditures 35,771,158 38,316,488 39,480,163 Request to TOTAL GENERAL CURRENT EXPENSE 61,094,844 67,538,226 69,243,253 Project Dollar Eligible Exceed Funding Source CAPITAL OUTLAY Description/Activity Number Amount for Grant Referendum for Request Equipment 12-XXX-XXX-73X 140,049 142,383 117,191 SPFHS Parking lot renovation 192,416 Facilities Acquisition and Construction Services 12-000-4XX-XXX 2,579,887 1,336,223 1,059,935 Coles reroofing project 232,519 TOTAL CAPITAL OUTLAY 2,719,936 1,478,606 1,177,126 Professional services 50,000 SPECIAL SCHOOLS Lease Purchase 585,000 Other Special Schools: Total Amount: 1,059,935 1 T - 3/22/07, The Times Fee: $654.84 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 22, 2007 Page 25 Westfield Symphony Orchestra Debuts Tone Poem at High School By BRAD TINFOW Even with the aid of a microphone, Mr. Fuerst’s WSO debut conduct- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the xun and the xiao had a limited ing the Mozart overture demonstrated WESTFIELD — “East meets dynamic range. The microphone was that he was quite comfortable on the West…meets North” was the theme positioned at the height of Ms. Gao’s podium. He conveyed the bright char- applied to the Westfield Symphony shoulders, so the xun was clearly acter of the opening section and ap- Orchestra (WSO) concert held on audible. The xiao, whose end was a propriately slowed the tempo in the March 17 in the auditorium at good two and one-half feet below the contrasting part that followed. The Westfield High School (WHS). The microphone, was not always as suc- rendition was energetic and enjoy- change from the usual venue of the cessful in its projection. able. First Presbyterian Church resulted in These two Eastern instruments were After the intermission, Mr. Wroe a welcome improvement in the used principally in sections with vary- led the orchestra in Brahms’ final orchestra’s clarity and balance. ing light orchestral textures behind symphony with a towering and in- Music Director David Wroe con- them. The louder, more climactic spired performance. Conducting ducted Finlandia by Jean Sibelius, passages in the tone poem featured without score, Mr. Wroe gave the the world premiere of Silk Clay by mostly the Western instruments, with piece the breadth and depth that it composer-in-residence Zhou Long the bangdi the lone Eastern instru- warranted, commanding the most and Symphony No. 4 in E minor by ment to be heard in the frenzy. committed playing he could from his Brahms. James Fuerst stepped in to In my opinion, the limitations of players. The pristine acoustics in the lead the WSO in the overture to The the Eastern instruments served to auditorium allowed him to elicit fine Abduction from the Seraglio by inhibit somewhat the range and fre- details and make adjustments when Mozart. In addition to being an active quency of dynamism in the piece, necessary. teacher, conductor, and vocalist, Mr. but that may have been the The woodwinds and brass, usually Fuerst is the WSO’s assistant con- composer’s precise intention. The overpowering, performed with much ductor and librarian. gentle sounds of the xun and the xao more suitable volume, and their sound Mr. Long’s program notes placed were generally beautiful and almost blended well with the strings. The the performance of Finlandia in his- reverential. strings themselves sounded infinitely torical context. The composition After having heard two of Mr. purer and more poignant. Brahms served as a potent symbol against Long’s pieces in as many concerts, and Mr. Wroe both demanded a great oppressive Russian rule at the end of one cannot help but conclude that this deal from them, and they delivered. the 19th century. composer is a supremely gifted, dedi- As the piece ended, a rapt audi- The overall emotional shape cated artist with a rich imagination ence, stirred by the dramatic reading moves from tense and foreboding enhanced by his Eastern roots and the of Symphony No. 4, rewarded the to violent to hymn-like, and it ends breadth of his experience. His music WSO with vigorous and extended MATTRESS in triumph. It is a popular work for is worthy of repeated and careful lis- applause. The majority of attendees CONT.CONT.CONT. FROM 2626FROM the simple reason that it grabs the tening. The audience wholeheartedly rose to their feet to convey their un- monic blend of the voices of Vangelis listener with its dire brass choir approved of his effort on this particu- qualified satisfaction for a full and Dimopoulis and Andre Smith. opening and does not let go until the lar evening. rousing evening of great music. Presenting a delightful dance num- final full orchestra chord has ber, “Very Soft Shoes,” Jester Andre sounded. Mr. Wroe led the orches- Smith is accompanied by The Petite tra in a strong rendering, although I WCP’s The Lion in Winter Three, consisting of Julia Joseph, felt that the hymn-like theme could Kayla McAlindin and Elise have used a little more breathing Whitehouse. space. The music cannot help but Concludes on March 23, 24 The Broom Squire, David Shapiro, inspire an audience, and it evidently WESTFIELD – Westfield Com- ish royal family shares Christmas and brings down the house every time he did. munity Players (WCP) production aspirations of gaining the throne and appears on stage to do his shtick. Silk Clay featured two soloists, of James Goldman’s drama The Lion the British Empire. Other teen standouts include the cellist Eliot Bailen and Chinese in- in Winter has its final performances King Henry I of England, Eleanor evil Wizard (John DeLuca), the aptly strument specialist Renyang Gao, on March 23 and 24 in the theater at of Aquitaine and their three sons, named The Lady of Good Looks (Sa- who performed on the xun, the xiao 1000 North Avenue West in Richard, Geoffrey and John, battle rah Marable), who proves she can and the bandi. Mr. Long’s program Westfield, with all reserved seat and scheme in this rich stew of deceit, Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times dance like a professional, The Night- notes revealed that the rounded xun tickets at $15. rivalry and family ties. PRINCESS OR NO PRINCESS?...At top, Princess Number 12 (Michelle DeSantis) ingale (Alison Baier) and The Lady was made from clay with finger holes Call the box office at (908) 232- Art Hickey is King Henry of En- gets quizzed by the Wizard (John DeLuca) while Lady Larken (Kristen Barry) of Flirtation (Nychole Hunt), who to vary the pitch. The xiao was a 1221 for further details. Note that all gland, who matches wits with Sally awaits the outcome in Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Repertory Theatre’s earns every bit of that moniker for her vertical (played like a recorder) bam- non-member tickets must be pre-paid O’Neil as Queen Eleanor, while Erik production of “Once Upon a Mattress.” GOOD PRINCE: Below, the Lords of the Court lament the fact that Martine flamboyant stage presence. boo flute about three feet long, and to secure a reservation. Hall as King Phillip of France and Baruch, as Prince Dauntless, can’t get a princess to pass the test. The show is a lighthearted romp, the bandi was a bamboo transverse Directed by Linda Correll and as- Helena Sroczynski as Princess Alais yet Rep Theatre proffers its vocal flute with a range closer to that of a sisted by producer Letty Hudak and look on. Chris Guild is the eldest son WESTFIELD FOOD 4 THOUGHTTHOUGHTTHOUGHT depth when the ensemble sings piccolo. stage manager Lynn Lampariello, this Richard the Lionhearted, who is op- “Quiet” a cappella. The sounds of the xun and the xiao, is an evening of finely tuned theater. posed by Ryan Curtis as Geoffrey WESTFIELD FOOD 4 THOUGHTTHOUGHTTHOUGHT Executing Gisa DiLorio’s energetic which bore the bulk of the solo work, The drama/comedy is set Chinon, and Ryan Correll as the youngest son, From Hot Dogs To Fillet choreography are students of all ages were round and soothing to the ear. France, where this dysfunctional Brit- Prince John. and grades. Thirty or more teens dance The bandi, because of its much higher in the “Spanish Panic” that show- pitch, could be a bit piercing, but less By JAYNE SALOMON he is just a great guy. cases a variety of dance styles. so than a piccolo. Registration Now Open For Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Here are some of his favorite reci- Choreographer DiLorio and Direc- Mr. Long’s notes stated that the Today is my son Michael’s 21st birth- pes now: tor Mary Lynn Dobson make great piece began softly with the xun, later day. Where does the time go? It seems use of the levels of the stage that is employing the xiao in the middle SP-F Summer Workshops like only yesterday he was a baby in the OLD FASHION covered with the impressive castle section in a duet with the solo cello, SCOTCH PLAINS – Registrations start school in September. “Drivers cradle, drinking his formula with not a MEATLOAF sets of John Deluca. and using the bandi in the heavier, are now open for the 25th season of Theory and Training” is being of- Under the baton of Musical Direc- more climactic tutti segment. The fi- care in the world. It also marks the INGREDIENTS the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Creative fered for high-school students who beginning of a time in my life when 2 onions, diced tor John Brzozowski and Orchestra nal section was in a gentler mood Summer Workshops (CSW), which have the option of taking one or both recipe developing took the backburner 3 tablespoons olive oil Director Durand Thomas, the mu- similar to the opening. are scheduled to run this year from of the classroom and “behind the to raising my babies who, of course, 2 pounds ground beef sic—vocal and instrumental—is first Throughout the piece, Mr. Long Monday, June 25, through Friday, wheel” sections. were not much interested in the delica- 3 slices white bread, crusts removed rate. expanded the orchestra’s palette us- July 27. 1 egg All registrations for the 2007 CSW, cies of gourmet cooking. ¼ cup ketchup Mention must be made of the col- ing a variety of imaginative devices The workshops, sponsored by the which are by mail only, are on a first- Like all babies, Michael quickly Dash of pepper orful, authentic-looking costumes to create sounds of different char- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of come, first served basis and must be assembled by costumers Joanne acter. Strings would play soft up graduated from the formula stage into PROCEDURE Education for children entering kin- received by June 15. the jarred mushy fruits, vegetables and, Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large Sprague and Gertie Rowe and their and down glissandos with high- dergarten through to grade 12, will To receive a booklet of this year’s the worst of all, jarred pureed meat frying pan, sauté the onions in the olive oil until committee. The vivid gem-toned out- pitched harmonics to achieve a feature 43 enrichment programs, in- workshop offerings, call the CSW’s stage. He adamantly protested the lat- browned. Let cool. In a large bowl, mash the fits at the show’s end are especially mysterious air. Use of various cluding an instrumental music Office at (908) 232-6161, ext. 43, ter, and who could blame him? He ground beef with each slice of bread individu- striking. gongs, tam tam, bongos, congas, school. ally. Add the egg and continue to blend. Add the Monday through Friday, or check showed signs of good taste right from ketchup, pepper and fried onions and thor- This springy Mattress runs tonight, chimes, wood blocks and other per- The Instrumental Music School will the district website at spfk12.org. the start. oughly blend. Form into a loaf shape and place tomorrow and Saturday night, March cussion instruments lent Oriental offer group lessons and participation CSW program booklets are also When he discovered hot dogs, it into a baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 22, 23 and 24. Take a bounce on it. spice to the tone poem. in a band session daily for students in available at area schools and librar- was all he would eat, and so I put my 1 hour at 350 degrees. Remove foil and bake for grades 4 to 8. An evening perfor- ies. cooking skills to the task of inventing mance is scheduled for Thursday, July ways to prepare the hot dog. Roosevelt Actors Know 26, at Park Middle School and will be Book Store Hosts His favorite recipe then: open to the public. For students in grades 1 through 8, ‘Moments’ Author Place 1 hot dog in the microwave That Grease is the Word Press 1 minute courses such as arts and crafts, ce- WESTFIELD – The Town Book Remove WESTFIELD – Leather jackets and The girls who “rule the school,” the ramics, acrobatics, drawing and Store in Westfield will host Ebony Cut into pieces poodle skirts are back in fashion, as self-named “Pink Ladies,” are lead sketching, forensics, magic and Dawn, author of “Moments,” on April Eat with fingers Grease comes to Westfield. Opening by tough talking Rizzo (eighth-grader sudoku will be offered. 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. Grilling was out of the question, night of Roosevelt Intermediate Kristina Perez), and include man- In addition, reinforcement classes “Moments,” written by the local because what one-year-old would eat School’s stage production of the mu- magnet Marty (eighth-grader Geor- for Grades 1 to 4 will be available, author, is a collection of short stories those black spots? sical comedy is scheduled for tomor- gia Gleason), cheerful Jan (seventh- and a “Kindergarten Express” pro- in the arena of human emotion. Her Twenty-one years later, although hot RoastedPotatoes row, with productions also on March grader Samantha Furst) and beauty- gram is open to children who will stories explore the human predica- dogs are still popular with him, they ment with a little humor, drama and a an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until browned. 24 and 25. school drop out Frenchy (seventh- have taken a backseat to foods like Grease, the Broadway musical, grader Sarah Ramire). lot of verve. sushi and fillet mignon with garlic- VEGGIN’ OUT premiered in 1972. Based on the high- The cast is rounded out by a group The public can come and meet Ms. infused mashed potatoes. Although (Roast Potatoes) school subculture of 1950s America, of colorful characters, including ra- Dawn at The Town Book Store, lo- his palate has matured from those days, it takes its name from the working- dio host Vince Fontaine (seventh- cated at 270 East Broad Street in he does have a great appreciation for a INGREDIENTS class greasers of the era. The musical, grader Brian Pollack), the ethereal Westfield (at the corner of East Broad good down-home- cooked meal, and 2-1/2 pounds red skin potatoes, sliced set in fictional Rydell High in Chi- Teen Angel (seventh-grader Tyler and Elmer Streets). ¼ cup olive oil cago, includes themes of love, friend- Varian), Miss Lynch (seventh-grader Anyone unable to attend this event Wardlaw Hosts 2 teaspoons salt ship and rebellion. Tori Bonsall), cheerleading captain can reserve an autographed copy by 2 teaspoons garlic powder calling The Town Book Store at (908) 2 packages Knorr’s vegetable soup mix While the cast and crew of sixth, Patty Simcox (seventh-grader Cali Children’s Author seventhand eighth graders have re- Mazarra), rockin’ Johnny Casino 233-3535. PROCEDURE MUSIC TO THEIR EARS…Shown, AREA – The Wardlaw-Hartridge hearsed since January, they have had (sixth-grader Joel Seltzer), dancing left to right, are students Stephen School will host a Children’s Litera- Place potatoes in large roasting pan and Havens to Perform pour on remaining ingredients. Toss until po- fun perfecting their acting, singing rival Cha Cha (eighth-grader Kayla Ruggieri (baritone horn, band), Laura ture Fair with author Judi Barrett on tatoes are coated. Roast at 375 degrees for and dancing. Weisinger) and lovable but nerdy Bruce (alto, tenor and baritone saxo- At GW’s Crossroads Saturday, March 31, from 10 a.m. to approximately 1 ½ hours or until potatoes are The cast for this production is the Eugene (eighth-grader Adam phone, band); Benjamin Parisi (traps, noon. The event will take place in the browned. orchestra); Alissa Ricci (bass clarinet, GARWOOD – Woodstock legend largest the Roosevelt drama depart- Ziering). Richie Havens will perform live at all-purpose room at the school, lo- ment has ever had for a single play, This middle-school production of band, for the second consecutive year); cated at 1295 Inman Avenue in Edison. Christopher Cerchio (trumpet, band, the Crossroads in Garwood on Sun- topping out at 64 cast members. the Tony nominee for Best Musical, day, March 25, at 6 p.m. The first-ever Children’s Litera- Main characters Danny Zuko, includes such memorable songs as also for the second consecutive year); ture Fair at The Wardlaw-Hartridge and Christina Bobyack (French horn, With more than 25 albums released, leader of the T-Birds, and Sandy, new “Grease Lightening,” “Beauty School band). Park instrumental music teacher he told The Denver Post, “I really sing School will feature a reading a pre- girl in town, will be played by eighth- Drop Out,” “Hand Jive” and “Sum- Jon Bencivenga also reported that sentation by Ms. Barrett, author and songs that move me. I’m not in show graders Chris Morrissey and Ellie mer Nights,” along with the ever- Laura scored third out of 46 alto saxo- business; I’m in the communications illustrator of the memorable children’s Tanji. popular “We Go Together.” phone players who auditioned and classic “Cloudy With a Chance of business. That’s what it’s about for In fact, the show is packed with The Roosevelt School production Christopher placed fourth among 66 me.” Meatballs” and other works. memorable characters, such as of Grease will run at 7:30 p.m. Friday trumpeters. The Park musicians per- The book will come to the silver formed in concert with the Region Band Havens first emerged from New Danny’s cool buddy, Kenickie and Saturday nights and at 2 p.m. on York City’s Greenwich Village folk screen in two years and will be devel- (eighth-grader Chris Mench) and Sunday. All performances will be held and Orchestra on March 18 at Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School. scene in the early 60s, and, in 1969, oped in a format similar to that of Sweet and Tangy Stringbeans other T-Birds sidekicks, Doody (sev- at Roosevelt School on Clark Street. Shrek. inspired an audience of more than enth-grader Tyler Varian), Roger Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at half a million with his three-hour With colorful storyboards and her (eighth-grader Kyle Machecknie) the door. For more information, con- Park School Celebrates books as the backdrop, she will read SWEET AND TANGY opening performance at Woodstock. and Sonny (eighth-grader Jordan tact Roosevelt School at (908) 789- Musician Achievements Today, this Brooklyn Native cel- several stories and share her wisdom STRING BEANS Siegel). 4560. and experience with the creative writ- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Music ebrates the reissue of two album clas- INGREDIENTS Department at Park Middle School in sics (“Stonehenge” and “Wishing ing, illustrating and publishing pro- 3 cups (24 ounces) fresh string beans, cess. A book selling and signing will cleaned Scotch Plains is marking “Music In Well”) by Sony RED. follow. Lower School art teacher Sue 3 tablespoons sesame oil Our Schools” month during March Havens recently released his 26th Howard has developed a book-re- 2 tablespoons minced garlic and also celebrating the accomplish- album, “Grace of the Sun” on his own 1/3 cup dark corn syrup ments of several talented Park musi- Stormy Forest record label. lated art activity for the youngsters to 3 tablespoons soy sauce, more if needed complete after Ms. Barrett’s presen- Optional: ½ cup slivered almonds cians who have been selected as mem- His concerts include music from tation. bers of the New Jersey Central Re- “Grace of the Sun” as well as a broad All will have the opportunity to PROCEDURE gion II Band and Orchestra. selection of songs from his extensive interact with the children’s author. In a large frying pan, stir-fry the string beans The groups are made up of out- repertoire. in the oil on a high flame for 10 minutes, stirring standing musicians from Monmouth, The public can purchase tickets at Light refreshments, provided by the frequently. If using the almonds, add these, after Wardlaw-Hartridge Parents’ Associa- string beans have cooked for about 5 minutes. Middlesex, Union, Mercer, Somerset xxroads.com or by contacting (908) tion, will follow. Add the crushed garlic and continue stirring for and Hunterdon Counties. 518-0323. another 1 to 2 minutes or until browned. Add the For more information, contact corn syrup and soy sauce and stir thoroughly Michelle LePoidevin, director of com- making sure to coat all the beans. See it all on the web in color . . . munications, at (908) 754-1882, ex- Yield: 6 servings THEY GO TOGETHER…The cast of Roosevelt Intermediate School’s produc- tension 126. tion of Grease prepares for their upcoming performances this weekend. www.goleader.com Page 26 Thursday, March 22, 2007 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Michele LaRue Presents Historical Anti-Suffrage Satire in Fanwood By CHRISTIE STORMS gain support for the right to vote. see the monologue. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “I am only a weak, ignorant “It’s interesting to open a window John List Autobiography Offers FANWOOD — Times have cer- woman,” Ms. LaRue’s character on what times were like back then,” tainly changed for women since “the shrugged innocently, exaggerating the Ms. Murphy said, citing that she year Grand Central Station went up ridiculousness of that statement. She thought her daughter would learn and the Titanic went down,” according said it must be true because “men more from a performance than just New Theory For 1971 Murders to Michele LaRue, who recently pre- have told me this.” reading dates, By MARYLOU MORANO childhood, his failed attempts to hold left at the murder scene. sented a humorous anti-suffrage mono- She presented facts and figures. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times a job and his life as a husband, father “Collateral Damage: The John logue at Fanwood Memorial Library. similar “logical ar- The Friends of WESTFIELD – Scores of books and son. List Story,” and “Righteous Car- Dressed in period costume, Ms. guments,” such as the Library, who have been written about Westfield’s Additional chapters cover his life nage: The List Murders” are avail- LaRue performed “Someone Must how women would presented the most notorious citizen, John List, and as the fugitive “Robert P. Clark” and able at Town Book Store in Wash the Dishes,” a satire originally be incapable of show, also pro- his reasons for murdering his wife, his day-to-day life in the New Jersey Westfield. written and performed by women’s “complicated” vided lemonade children and mother. State Prison in Trenton, where he is While everyone, Mr. List included, suffragist Marie Jenny Howe in 1912. tasks like marking and cookies during Now, a new theory explaining the serving five consecutive life terms is entitled to tell his side of the story, The monologue poked fun at how a ballot and drop- a brief intermis- motives behind the occurrences in- for the murders. most readers will find “Collateral “disastrous” it would be for society if ping it in a box. If sion. side the mansion at 431 Hillside Av- One part of his past that Mr. List Damage” to be yet another painful women earned voting rights. Its origi- allowed to go to Afterwards, Ms. enue on November 9, 1971, has re- delves into quite deeply is his in- reminder of a story that just won’t go nal intent was apparently to stir up the the polls, instead LaRue stepped out cently surfaced, and it is offered by volvement in World War II. He was a away. ire of its mostly female audiences and of quickly casting Christie Storms for The Westfield Leader of character to and The Times the only family member still alive: member of the 86th Blackhawk Divi- their vote and leav- GET OUT THE VOTE…Fanwood hold a brief discus- the murderer, John Emil List himself. sion that was involved in combat ac- ing as men know councilwomen Kathy Mitchell, left, and sion period, an- Mr. List recently published his au- tion in Germany for 41 days. He was to do, ignorant Joan Wheeler, right, join Michele swering many tobiography, “Collateral Damage: also a prisoner-of-war for two days. women would LaRue, who presented a humorous anti- questions about The John List Story,” in which he According to Mr. List, it was the spend all their days suffrage monologue at Fanwood Me- women’s suffrage. states that he was suffering from post- PTSS resulting from his time in the there and neglect morial Library last week. “I thought she traumatic stress syndrome (PTSS) at service that greatly contributed to the their families. was wonderful,” the time of the murders and that the murders. They would only vote as their hus- Fanwood resident Cena Pollit said. PTSS greatly contributed to his infa- Mr. List receives no monetary com- bands do anyway. They couldn’t pos- Ms. LaRue has acted for more than mous deeds. pensation from “Collateral Damage,” sibly understand politics or facts and 20 years and appeared courtesy of the Before Mr. List explains in exact which was written with the help of a statistics without it taxing their brains East Lynne Theater Company, which detail how he plotted and executed former army buddy and CIA case severely and rendering them ill. specializes in American plays of the the murders, he first chronicles his officer, Austin “Red” Goodrich. The sizeable audience at the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Mr. List’s reason for writing the Fanwood Library laughed often at She said she’s always been inter- Arts Orgs Can Protect book, which is published by the print- such statements during the short per- ested in the Victorian time period and on-demand publisher iUniverse, is to formance. frequently performs another histori- Intellectual Property “set the record straight.” And anyone “She said a lot in 24 minutes,” cal short story, “The Yellow Wallpa- AREA – A workshop entitled “Pro- who truly cares to dive into the mind Barbara Knapp of Fanwood said, com- per.” She has enjoyed performing tect Your Intellectual Property” will of the Westfield murderer will relish menting that she enjoyed the show. “Someone Must Wash the Dishes” provide arts and history non-profit reading Mr. List’s side of the story. Julie Murphy, also from Fanwood, since 1995 and hopes to continue to do organizations as well as individual Many readers, however, will be brought her 14-year-old daughter to so “as long as the costume still fits.” artists with information about the appalled to learn that Mr. List consid- pro bono legal services available to ers himself as much a victim as Helen, TAKE THE STSTTHE AAAGEGEGE participants through New Jersey Vol- Patricia, John, Frederick and Alma Courtesy of Krysta Kjelle No Snoozing on This unteer Lawyers for the Arts List. UNLISTED...Anne Woodward Laird, right, proprietor of The Town Book Store, (NJVLA). Be forewarned: Mr. List’s book is and Marylou Morano, book reviewer for The Westfield Leader and The Scotch The workshop is scheduled for full of misspelled words and other Plains-Fanwood Times, preview John List’s autobiography, “Collateral Damage: SP-F High School’s Mattress Wednesday, March 28, from 6:30 to 9 typographical errors. The John List Story.” p.m., at the Liberty Hall Museum To contrast Mr. List’s side of the ™ By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY time. Carriage House, located at 1003 story as written in “Collateral Dam- POPCORN Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Enter Princess Winnifred (Ally Morris Avenue in Union. age,” readers may wish to refresh SCOTCH PLAINS – Since its Rome) who swims the moat of the Tracey Batt, Esq., executive di- their memories by reading The Broadway opening in 1959 and the castle to get to see the prince she’s to rector of NJVLA, will be the speaker. Westfield Leader online archives of TV special with comedienne Carol marry. The fly in the proverbial oint- The Union County Board of Chosen the List murders (goleader.com/list), 300: Hype Outnumbers History Burnett, Once Upon a Mattress has ment of the nuptials is the test set up Freeholders and the Office of Cul- which contain an extensive collec- seen Broadway revivals, the last of for Winifred by the interfering queen tural and Heritage Affairs in the tion of newspaper clippings dating which starred Sarah Jessica Parker of mother. Union County Department of Eco- back to their discovery. One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent TV’s “Sex and the City” fame. With her saccharine mellifluous nomic Development sponsor the One may also wish to read one of By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER Yet, for all the splash and excitement, Normally, Mattress requires a su- speaking voice that drips condescen- workshop. the many factual third-person ac- 2 and 1/2 popcorns there is a profound irony attending this perstar in the role of tomboy Princess sion and superiority, Elizabeth Minski Admission is $10 and registration counts written about the events. In the event you make a wrong turn in representation of the Spartans’s miracu- Winnifred and not much else. Scotch as the scene-stealing queen of mean is required by March 23. To request a “Righteous Carnage: The List your mad rush to bone up on the Battle of lous stand against the Persian hordes. The Plains-Fanwood High School’s is delightful. Ms. Minski is quite the Thermopylae (480 B.C.) and, instead of industry that began weaving its magic in brochure or to register, to request Murders” co-written by Mountainside what amounted to a confined box now (SPFHS) Repertory Theatre produc- theatrical diva as this domineering assistive services or to learn about resident Timothy Benford and James the Princeton seminar you planned to attend, wind up in a theater showing 300, again plies its conjurations in very limited tion of the Hans Christian Anderson monarch. other programs, services and volun- P. Johnson is among the most accu- beware of filmmakers bearing myths. space, the blue screen providing all the tale of “The Princess and the Pea” To counterpoint the dominant royal, teer opportunities, contact the Union rate. Herodotus, this is not. scenery. however, has that superstar and an her mute husband, played perfectly County Office of Cultural and Heri- “‘Collateral Damage’ [is] a belated On the other hand, since Hollywood’s In this case, there is a purposely grainy array of supporting stars to make it an by Eric Williams, has great fun with tage Affairs, located at 633 Pearl excuse for why List murdered his take on history hasn’t distorted your vi- overlay, a patina paradoxically suggest- ensemble effort. his miming in “Man to Man Talk” Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202; or call family,” said Mr. Benford, who added sion of civilization’s pageant yet, what’s ing both comic book and documentary. A minstrel (Vangelis Dimopoulis) where he needs to “talk” to his son (908) 558-2550; or e-mail: that Mr. List originally told the truth one more embroidered leap into the It’d be really quite brilliant if the visual welcomes the audience to a puppet Dauntless, who is well played by breach? A cutting edge amalgam of fact ploy were a metaphor for a generation [email protected]. Relay users about the murders in the long confes- conflicted by the inherent hypocrisies of version of “The Princess and the Pea” Martine Baruch. dial 711. sional letter to his pastor, which he and fancy, if director Zack Snyder’s in- and then whisks us off to a medieval Kristen Barry as Lady Larken has a terpretation of Frank Miller and Lynn how human events are pondered both on Varley’s graphic novel primes the pump TV and in the movies. But that’s pie in the castle where bossy Queen Aggravain professionally trained soprano voice of scholarly interest, then therein lies its sky. (Elizabeth Minski) and mute King that matches her lovely face. She looks Town Book Store Hosts value. Nope, 300 wears the signature look of Sextimus (Eric Williams) rule over comfortable on stage whether danc- As for those who couldn’t care less the day, philosophically no more signifi- the kingdom that is longing for a ing, singing or acting. about the lessons of history, but do so cant than how art deco appurtenances suitable princess for gutless Prince The princess herself, Ally Rome, Adventuresome Authors enjoy several beheadings per minute in identify films of the 1930s. Whether the Dauntless (Martine Baruch). wins us over at her first entrance with untrained eye can distinguish these mag- WESTFIELD – The Town Book and Doctor Watson: About Type.” their brutal, often gratuitous depictions of A pregnant Lady Larken (Kristen an exaggerated, affected laugh, Ethel warfare, they, too, may find themselves nificently artificial backdrops from real- Store in Westfield will host two au- This book offers a psychological in- live location scenery is akin to speculat- Barry) is anxious for the prince to Merman belt in “Shy” and vocal and in the right place. The body count in 300 marry someone, for no one in the dramatic versatility in a wistful ren- thors on March 24. vestigation into Holmes and Watson, is enough to turn John Rambo green with ing if one can taste the difference between Appearing from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. is particularly regarding personality envy. Coke and Pepsi. kingdom is allowed to marry before dition of “Happily Ever After.” author Jennifer Troulis, a resident of type. Filled with details and specific Adding a curiosity quotient, the con- Still, there is a nostalgic sense of loss. he does. She confesses to her lover The cleverly staged “The Minstrel, Dunellen and author of “Penelope examples, this 105-page monograph troversy surrounding Warner Bros.’ fic- It’s hard to imagine The African Queen Sir Harry (Justin Berger) that she’ll the Jester, and I,” displays the har- tionalization is the stuff of which box (1951) filmed sans authentic vistas, re- have to disappear to have the baby if and Priscilla and the City of the Ban- provides a new perspective for all 25 MATTRESS ished,” the second book in her middle- devotees (and casual fans) of the great office dreams are made. Because Sparta’s plete with romantic anecdotes of grand he doesn’t find a princess in record King Leonidas (Gerard Butler) conducts inconvenience. Listening to two geeks grade children’s series, the Penelope detective, as well as students of psy- wax rhapsodic about gigabytes over lattes and Priscilla series. chology. his war against the Persians without ben- efit of government approval, some say somehow just doesn’t make it. In this book, readers are taken on The public is invited to come and the film is anti-George Bush. But the acid test is whether or not the a magical adventure with identical meet these two authors at The Town Yet, just to make you scratch above new modus operandi helps advance the twin sisters, Penelope and Priscilla, Book Store, located at 270 East Broad your laurels, Leonidas is clearly the hero story. And in this example, it does not. as they face challenges related to Street in Westfield (at the corner of of the tale, the Braveheart of his era, Whereas all this cyber rigmarole worked growing up, as well as battling evil East Broad and Elmer Streets). Any- battling the wicked, slaveholding imperi- to the benefit of Mr. Miller’s Sin City forces. one unable to attend these events who alists in the name of the nascent democ- (2005), a successfully stylized homage to Appearing from 2 to 4 p.m. is Bruce would like to reserve an autographed racy then evolving in Greece. As of this film noir, here the visual cacophony and writing, no one has ventured who in the roaring soundtrack obfuscate the finer Harris, a resident of Scotch Plains, copy can call The Town Book Store at points. and the author of “Sherlock Holmes (908) 233-3535. cast might represent Vice President Dick Cheney. What’s needed is an outline delivered But we have heard from an oil-rich with your ticket, informing: “The Per- country. Sources inside the Middle East- sians vastly outnumbered the Spartans, ern hotspot formerly known as Persia from whom their leader Xerxes demanded have relayed Iranian president Mahmoud submission and tribute. But the Spartans Ahmadinejad’s displeasure. Indeed, the trained harder than Rocky. Plus, they ancient world’s superpower is portrayed were led by King Leonidas, definitely a as the ultimate evil empire, lorded over by righteous guy who devised a strategy they a decidedly effeminate, egomaniacal Em- still study at military schools to this day. peror Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro). Boy, what a bloody mess. Just don’t count The movie is all process, a phantasma- on 300 for accuracy.” goria of high-tech f/x commanding each * * * * moment, whether cataclysm or nuance. 300, rated R, is a Warner Bros. Pictures Perhaps it’s the perceived way to attract release directed by Zack Snyder and stars an audience plagued by attention prob- Gerard Butler, Lena Headey and Rodrigo Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times lems and media bombardment. Santoro. Running time: 117 minutes. 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