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Tax Collector to ResumeNormal Office Hours

WESTFIELD – The Office ofthe Tax Collector, located at 425East Broad Street in Westfield,will resume normal office hoursfrom 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. today,Thursday, May 2. Interest will becharged after Monday, May 6.

By FRED ROSSISpecially Written for The Westfield Leader

Last week, the Union County Free-holders introduced a 2002 budget thatis higher than the proposal submittedin January by then-County ManagerMichael Lapolla. This year’s $324.488million spending plan is 2 percenthigher than last year’s budget, but theproportion that will be funded by localproperty taxes will be higher than inthe past several years.

None of the Freeholders commentedpublicly on the budget at last Thursday’sregular meeting. The public hearingand vote is set for Thursday, May 23.Official property tax levies on thecounty’s 21 municipalities, which areset by the Board of Taxation, were notavailable at last week’s meeting.

More than half the budget, $173.8million, will be funded through propertytaxes. This represents 54 percent of thespending plan, a level last seen in 1997.Slightly more than one-fourth of thebudget will be funded by county rev-enue, while 14 percent will come fromstate and federal revenues and just under

5 percent will come from the county’santicipated $15 million surplus, which isone-third lower than last year.

The biggest portion of the countybudget, about 28 percent, will be ear-marked for health and welfare pro-grams and services administered by,among others, the Department of Hu-man Services and the Divisions of YouthServices, Aging, and Social Services.General government functions accountfor almost 20 percent of this year’sbudget, while regulatory functions suchas the County Sheriff’s Office, PublicSafety and the Taxation and ElectionBoards make up about 17 percent.

In the three months between Mr.Lapolla’s submission of his budget pro-posals and last week’s formal introduc-tion, several areas saw increases in theirfinal appropriations levels, includingjudiciary, regulation, roads and bridges,health and welfare and recreation.

The county’s capital budget willtotal just under $60 million, of whichabout three-fourths will be derivedfrom county funds, such as bonds andnotes, with the bulk of the remaining$15.5 million coming from grants andOpen Space Trust Fund revenue.

In other business at its meeting, theFreeholder Board introduced a bondordinance to authorize construction ofa new $14 million academic buildingat the Union County Vocational-Tech-nical School in Scotch Plains.

The Freeholders also honoredVictoria Fosdal and James Alfano,students at Terrill Middle School inScotch Plains, by naming them to beamong the first recipients of thecounty’s Volunteer Recognition Pro-gram.

The two students spearheaded afundraiser for a Scotch Plains family

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Jennifer Pinto for The Westfield LeaderSOMETHING’S FISHY HERE…Westfield Patrol Officer Lisa Perrotta displays a trout before tossing it into MindowaskinPond. Officer Perrotta, who is organizing the Annual Fishing Derby, sponsored by the Westfield Policemen BenevolentAssociation Local 90, oversaw mounds of trout which were added to the pond. The derby will be held on Sunday atMindowaskin Pond from 8 a.m. through 2 p.m. Trout and sunnys will fill the pond and prizes will be awarded. For moreinformation, please call Officer Perrotta at (908) 789-4000.

Freeholders Unveil 2002 BudgetContaining Spending, Tax Hikes

Lauren S. Pass for The Westfield LeaderUNDER CONSTRUCTION…Construction at the Westfield MemorialPool Complex, which includes installation of a new diving tank, is cur-rently estimated at 65 percent completion, according to officials on site.

By DEBORAH MADISONSpecially Written for The Westfield Leader

On April 1, the private companythat leases and operates the UnionCounty incinerator, located inRahway, filed for Chapter 11 bank-ruptcy protection.

Covanta Energy Corporation, themulti-national company based inFairfield, and previously known asOdgen-Martin Corporation, leasesthe incinerator from the UnionCounty Utilities Authority (UCUA),under a 25-year contract that beganin 1997.

Spokesman for Covanta, BusinessManager Howard Rothman, told TheWestfield Leader and The Times ofScotch Plains-Fanwood that the firmwill not default on repayment of theproject loan and that its solid wastemanagement operation remains fi-nancially sound, despite the bank-ruptcy.

“Ogden-Martin was engaged inseveral less-profitable business ven-tures, which the bankruptcy will al-low Covanta to divest itself of,” Mr.Rothman stated.

However, Kerry Blanchard, PastPresident of Concerned Citizens ofUnion County, a Rahway-based citi-zens’ group opposed to incinerators,told The Leader and The Times,“Covanta actually divested itself ofOgden-Martin’s other business in-terests back in March of 2001. Thisdoes not agree with their reasons fordeclaring bankruptcy last month.”

Bob Carson, President of Con-cerned Citizens, said he has beentrying to obtain the refinancing agree-ment between the Utilities Authorityand Ogden-Martin. However, Mr.Carson said that the Utilities Author-ity has repeatedly thwarted his at-tempts at obtaining the documents.

David Pringle, President of theCranford-based New Jersey Envi-ronmental Federation, another citi-zens’ watchdog group that is alsoopposed to incinerators, told TheLeader and The Times, “The UtilitiesAuthority and the county have beenhistorically uncooperative and hos-tile in providing us with this infor-mation.”

Mr. Pringle explained that therehave been several bills passed in thelast 10 years, which have channeledmore than $220 million in state fundsinto bailing out the financially fail-ing solid waste facilities in New Jer-sey.

Some of that money has been re-ceived by Union County, althoughhe could not verify how much.

Assemblywoman Linda d. Stendertold The Leader and The Times,“When I was Chairman of the Free-holder Board, the Freeholders recog-nized the garbage crisis was loom-ing. Owners of the landfills in Penn-sylvania, New Jersey and New Yorkclaimed that they were close to reach-ing capacity and landfill prices rosesharply. As a result of this garbagecrisis in the 80s, the state ordered allof the counties to assess their current

solid waste disposal methods and todevise a solid waste managementplan.

“At that time, there were only threeoptions for dealing with waste dis-posal: burn it, bury it or dump it in theocean. All three presented risks anddrawbacks. And all three options hadopponents,” Mrs. Stender explained.

“The incinerator option seemedlike the best alternative at that time,and we were assured of the best,state-of-the-art pollution controltechnology available,” she added.

As a consulting engineer whoworked on several “Trash to Cash”projects, some involving those ofOgden-Martin, along with othersthroughout the country, HoraceCorbin, Publisher of The Leader andThe Times, reflected on the 1980sgarbage crisis in New Jersey.

“Solid waste disposal at that timewas, and still is, a major challengefor our society. In the late 80s andearly 90s, landfills in Pennsylvania,Ohio and elsewhere were withoutcompetition; with claims that land-fills were filled up, rates were sky-rocketing,” Mr. Corbin related.

“The creation of incinerators hadthe beneficial result of creating com-petition for the landfills and rates felldramatically — staying that way to-day,” he said.

The Leader and The Times askedthe Utilities Authority to confirm theamount of the outstanding bond ob-ligation of Covanta, along with otherterms of the lease agreement, and

whether the Utilities Authority hasverified the financial stability ofCovanta.

Public Information spokesman forthe county, Sebastian D’Elia, said itwould take his office several weeksto provide The Leader and The Timeswith this information. No one fromthe Utilities Authority returned callsfrom the newspaper.

Mr. Carson told The Leader andThe Times that none of New Jersey’sfive incinerators have been finan-cially sound since a Supreme Courtruling in 1997 overturned existingflow control legislation. Flow con-trol was a mandate that assured theincinerators a high volume and steadystream of garbage. The incineratorscharged towns and private haulersfees high enough to meet their loanrepayment obligations.

When flow control was ruled un-constitutional, towns and privatehaulers were permitted to contractwith less costly landfills out of state.The five counties, including UnionCounty, which built incinerators thenwere thrust into a position of eco-nomic disadvantage.

Because of this, the UCUA wasrequired to refinance the bond for theRahway incinerator. The county alsoentered into a lease agreement withOgden-Martin, which incorporateda “put or pay” requirement that obli-gated the county to provide a mini-mum tonnage or pay the difference.

Currently, the State of New Jersey

Financial Questions Loom RegardingCounty and State Incinerator Debt

Jennifer Pinto for The Westfield LeaderWATER CHIEF…Westfield Police Chief Bernard Tracy helps Horace Corbin,Publisher of The Westfield Leader unload boxes of water conservation kitsdonated by Elizabeth Town Water Company.

COUNCIL TO CHECK CONSTITUTION REGARDING RELIGIOUS SYMBOLS, GIFTS

Mayor Appoints CommitteeTo Work With Atlantic Group

By LAUREN S. PASSSpecially Written for The Westfield Leader

On Tuesday night, the WestfieldTown Council held a special publicmeeting in order to have a secondreading and pass an ordinance chang-ing the price of the permit fee forjunk week from $50 to $65.

The council then held their regularconference session where they spentover an hour in closed conference todiscuss labor relations with thePolicemen’s Benevolent Association(PBA) of the Westfield Police De-partment, whose contract is up forrenewal.

During the conference session,Mayor Gregory McDermott an-nounced that he would be signing theagreement with The Atlantic Groupafter the meeting. He said he has alsoselected the group to meet regularly

with Patrick Henry from Atlantic.The group will consist of Demo-

cratic Fourth Ward Councilman andPublic Works Chairman LawrenceGoldman, Republican Second WardCouncilman and Chairman of theTransportation, Parking and TrafficCommittee (TPT) Rafael Betancourt;Democratic Third Ward Council-woman and Chairwoman of the Pub-lic Safety Committee ClaireLazarowitz, Mayor McDermott forthe First Ward; Executive Director ofthe Downtown Westfield Corpora-tion Sherry Cronin and CharlieWeidman, who was the Chairman ofthe Parking Commission.

Meetings will also include TownAdministrator James Gildea andTown Engineer Kenneth Marsh asneeded.

Council members continued a con-

versation on religious symbols beingplaced on town property.

“We’ll all have a difference ofopinion because it’s personal,” MayorMcDermott said. He suggested thatthe council allow things to continueas they were before and approvethose individuals and organizationsthat want to put up holiday items.

Democratic Fourth Ward Council-woman Susan Jacobson said that ifthis was going to come to a councilvote, she felt that council membersshould hear the suggestion from theMayor’s Blue Ribbon Committee,which included members of theclergy.

Councilwoman Lazarowitz statedthat she had spoken to many peopleregarding the committee recommen-dation and had received positive re-sponses.

Democratic First Ward Council-man Carl Salisbury said he believesdecisions regarding what symbolshave been placed on town propertyin the past, and what would be placedin the future, must be examined to

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Town Officials Report65 Percent Completion

Of Memorial PoolBy LAUREN S. PASS

Specially Written for The Westfield Leader

Ground was broken on the $1.7million Westfield Memorial PoolComplex project in December of2001, and construction officialshave reported that 65 percent of theproject is complete.

town will, however, have to getpermission from Elizabeth TownWater Company before doing this.

The Westfield Health Depart-ment inspects the pool prior to itsopening, and then inspects it againduring the season.

Though the pH and chlorine lev-

els are tested by the pool staff ev-eryday; the pool is required to con-tract with a private laboratory totake a sample and test the wateronce a week.

New Jersey reservoirs are at 56.9percent, as of April 25. UnionCounty has received 8.8 inches ofrain in the past 90 days.

The old pool will open on Sat-urday, June 8, while the new con-struction of the pool is set to beopen on Monday, July 15.

Director of the Westfield Rec-reation Department, BruceKaufman, told The WestfieldLeader that the project includesan 8-lane competitive pool with adiving tank and two waterslides.

The Recreation Commission hasalready closed registration with ap-proximately 9,000 people who reg-istered in the first week of registra-tion. Approximately 400 peopleare on the waiting list. May 1 wasthe first day non-residents couldapply for membership.

The commission is looking intoexpanding the membership at thepool by approximately 150 people.This decision is applicable pro-viding that landscaping and re-moval of some heavy equipmentare completed.

“We are very excited,” said Mr.Kaufman. “(We are going to) bringan added level of wholesome fam-ily activity to the community.”

The new pool will be able to befilled under the current water re-strictions because it is new con-struction. The old pool will beable to be completely drained andrefilled for health reasons. The


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is developing legislation to bail outfinancially troubled county incinera-tors. Mrs. Stender said that currentlegislation would not benefit UnionCounty, because it was designed tobail out only those incinerators thatare financially failing, which is nolonger the case in Union County,since the refinance agreement wasmade.

“This bill punishes Union Countyfor having done the right thing twoyears ago,” Mrs. Stender commented.She said attorneys are reviewing thedetails to see if Union County cansomehow be reimbursed for the refi-nancing agreement.

The financing and operation ofwaste disposal in New Jersey has hada long history marked by federalprobes and indictments of public of-ficials on charges of fraud, briberyand corruption.

A grand jury investigation, launchedin 1994, into the funding of the bondsthat financed the construction of NewJersey’s five incinerators, resulted insubpoenas, arrests and plea bargainsfor several public officials, who werecabinet members of then GovernorJim Florio.

Securities firms that financed theprojects were accused of makingbribes. The federal probes also chargedthat public officials improperly usedtheir influence to initiate constructionof each of the $250 million incinera-tors and that they then hired firms thatthey owned to provide legal and finan-cial services to the utility authorities inseveral counties, reaping millions ofdollars in profits.

Environmental groups, such as theGreen Party and Concerned Citizens,claim that recycling could eliminate70 to 90 percent of New Jersey’sincineration needs, but doesn’t getsupported as long as the incineratorsneed to be fed.

Concerned Citizens’ chief opposi-

tion to the incinerators involves envi-ronmental and health concerns.

Mr. Corbin commented that theviability and performance of any suchsystem depends on several factors.

“Financial soundness, political sta-bility, technical excellence and effi-ciency of management are requiredon a long-term basis,” he said. “Ofcourse, generating less trash wouldhelp the country greatly. Looking at abox of Cheerios, anyone can see thatthe amount of wrapping versus actualcereal represents a significant part ofthe garbage problem.”

“Even though New Jersey now hassome of the best recycling laws, atthat time, it was not an option fordealing with the majority of NewJersey’s garbage,” Mrs. Stender re-marked.

“In order for recycling to become aviable alternative, consumers as wellas packaging producers would haveto drastically change their methods ofpackaging and discarding of waste,”she stated.

“That alternative, although gainingimpetus, will take many years beforeit can be a replacement for burning orburying the millions of tons of gar-bage produced by New Jersey everyyear,” Mrs. Stender added.

“Now that the Staten Island Land-fill is closed and New York City trashis entering the picture, this adds tre-mendous pressure to New Jersey’ssystem of solid waste disposal —we’re the largest garbage crossroad inthe world,” Mr. Corbin noted.

Westfield resident and former MayorGarland “Bud” Boothe was Vice Chair-man of the UCUA during the 1980s. Heworked with the Freeholders and otherlegislators in planning and implement-ing the incinerator for Union County.

Mr. Boothe also served on the UnionCounty Solid Waste Authority Com-mission (UCSWAC) for eight years.He was intrinsically involved in all

aspects of planning not only theRahway incinerator, but also UnionCounty’s recycling programs for haz-ardous waste and computers, beforehe became Mayor of Westfield.

Mr. Boothe explained that in the1980s, the garbage crisis was critical.Landfills in Pennsylvania and NewJersey were suddenly all being shutdown.

“Pennsylvania didn’t want our gar-bage trucked into their state and ourtruckers were being harassed,” Mr.Boothe recalled. “The crisis got sobad that we held discussions abouthow we could stockpile garbage inWestfield if it came to that,” he said.

After extensive research, with inputfrom engineering experts, and aftervisiting many different facilities, Mr.Boothe said it was concluded that build-ing the incinerator was the best, mosteconomical and sound decision.

The incinerator was well run andvery financially viable before flowcontrol was stopped, Mr. Boothe said.The profits made from selling theelectricity offset the cost of runningthe facility and defrayed the tippingfee charges considerably.

It was only after flow control wasstopped that the tipping fees had to be-come more competitive, Mr. Boothe said.

“You can always find some hole inthe ground in another state that maybe cheaper, but is that really the bestsolution, to depend on another statefor our waste problem?” he asked.

“We tried very hard to work withthe environmentalists from the Con-cerned Citizens group, but they wereintractable,” Mr. Boothe remarked.

“We asked them for another solu-tion, but they had none. And I don’tagree with them that incineration dis-courages recycling. Just look outsideon recycling days. Everyone’s recy-cling whatever they can, but that doesn’tsolve the whole problem,” he said.

Mr. Boothe added, “I think that wemade the right decision, and 30 yearsfrom now, people will say that we didthe right thing, unlike New York City,which has had their head in the sandand are now unprepared to handletheir own garbage problems.”

Pollution control regulations, alongwith environmental studies cited by theopposition groups and supported by theNew Jersey Department of Environ-mental Protection, will be explored inthe next installment of this series.


WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3• Kenneth S. Kloss, 47, of Westfield

was arrested and charged with two countsof endangering the welfare of children,according to police. Kloss was releasedon $20,000 bail and will appear in courtat a date to be set.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17• Hub caps and center rings were

reported stolen from a motor vehicle onPark Street. The approximate value ofthe stolen items was $250.

FRIDAY, APRIL 19• Allegra Fiore, 22, of Westfield was

arrested on Dudley Avenue and chargedwith driving while intoxicated and withpossession of drug paraphernalia. Shewas released on her own recognizance.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20• Richard Johnson, 42, of Plainfield

was arrested and charged with posses-sion of less than 50 grams of marijuanaon Windsor Avenue. He was released onhis own recognizance with a summons.

SUNDAY, APRIL 21• Larissa Luciano, 18, of

Mountainside was arrested in the 600block of South Avenue and charged withpossession of less than 50 grams ofmarijuana. She was also taken into cus-

tody on a no-bail warrant issued by theUnion County Sheriff’s Department.

She was released on her own recogni-zance on the Westfield charge and turnedover to the Sheriff’s Department.

TUESDAY, APRIL 23• Franklin Hardy, 59, of Plainfield

was arrested in the 600 block of Boule-vard and charged with driving whileintoxicated. Hardy, who was held pend-ing release to a responsible party, wasalso charged with refusal to submit to abreathalyzer test. He was released on hisown recognizance with a summons.

SATURDAY, APRIL 27• Kevin Feath, 26, of Middlesex was

arrested at Central Avenue and Wash-ington Street and charged with drivingwhile intoxicated. He was released onhis own recognizance.

SUNDAY, APRIL 28• Timothy Greenlaw, 19, of Westfield

was arrested at Central Avenue andRaritan Road and charged with drivingwhile intoxicated. He was also wantedon an active warrant issued by the ScotchPlains Municipal Court. Greenlaw wasreleased on his own recognizance on theWestfield charge. Bail on the ScotchPlains warrant was set at $133.

see if they comply with the Constitu-tion.

“As a governing body we have asacred obligation to comply withConstitutional requirements,” hestated.

Councilman Goldman agreed withCouncilman Salisbury, as Town At-torney Robert Cockren stated that hewill look into these Constitutionalstatutes.

The council will also have the firstreading of three ordinances nextweek, which will all be for 2002projects. These new ordinanceschange the language to allow thetown to better control debt service.

According to Mr. Gildea, this newlanguage will allow all projects to belumped into one, so that the monieswill be available and projects canbegin right away, rather than waitingon separate ordinances for each.

Mr. Marsh commented that anadvantage to this ordinance wouldbe that when some projects go underbudget and others go over budget,the monies are now in the same fundand can be interchanged more eas-ily.

Mayor McDermott commentedthat all the projects currently in thehopper could begin once the moneyis available, allowing road projectsto be done in the summer when thetown is quiet.

The council will have an ordi-nance to make the final payment onthe Mindowaskin Pond Sub-Struc-ture. The project is supposed to becompleted in a few days.

Mr. Marsh informed the councilthat the low bid for the 2002 side-walk project came in at $146,275.

Mr. Gildea informed the councilthat he chose two silver MercurySables for the Building Department,which were purchased for less than

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was budgeted. He reminded the coun-cil that they were originally going topurchase five vehicles, but had cutthe budget to two cars.

Next week, the council will awarda contract to Westfield architect Rob-ert Algarin for work to be done at theWestfield Community Center onWest Broad Street. The facility isreceiving a grant through the townfor this project, which is why thecouncil must award the project.

Mr. Algarin has already startedwork at the community center. Coun-cilwoman Jacobson stated that shewill abstain from voting, as she is amember of the board of directors forthe Community Center.

Mr. Gildea announced that townemployee Marianne Horta has be-come a certified purchasing agent,which he said will be helpful withbidding on projects.

Mr. Cockren explained that therewould be a new ordinance authoriz-ing the Fire Department to establishfire zones and lanes throughoutWestfield for safety reasons.

The council also debated approvalfor the Chamber of Commerce toclose part of the South Side TrainStation lot for the farmers market.Due to the fact that the parking haschanged, they will not allow the en-tire horseshoe to be closed.

The council also discussed achange to the ordinance on curb as-sessments. It has been decided that ifa road project has been initiated bythe town, the town will replace orinstall curbing, but if a resident ini-tiates the project they will be chargedfor 50 percent of the assessment forreplacement curbing and 100 per-cent for new curbing.

Councilman Betancourt gave hisTPT report. He stated that the RahwayAvenue project is due to be com-pleted at the end of May. He went onto say that residents voiced their

concerns about the difficulty negoti-ating a left hand turn onto CliftonStreet with the bump outs; and aresident’s complaint regarding notbeing informed of the project.

Mr. Marsh stated that the bumpouts seemed wider right now be-cause the cones are there and con-struction is in progress. He addedthat on South Avenue in Plainfieldthe road is 22 feet wide, and thenarrowest point on Rahway Avenuewill be 28 feet wide.

Mayor McDermott and the coun-cil concurred that the project wasdiscussed in public meetings andwas in the newspapers.

Councilman Betancourt also re-ported the possibility of closing SouthChestnut Street for 30 days in orderto study the traffic patterns.

Mayor McDermott had previouslycontacted the Mayor of Garwood,because with Garwood’s permission,the Department of Transportation(DOT) would allow the town to closethe street, but Garwood denied therequest due to a change in trafficflow near the schools.

The council will be passing a reso-lution to close South Chestnut Streetduring baseball season, now throughOctober, from 5 to 8 p.m. daily, aswell as the current closures that takeplace on Saturday and Sunday.

Mr. Gildea will also contact theDOT so that they may investigate thepossibility of a 30-day closure. Theinvestigation by the DOT is antici-pated to take up to three months.

The council also discussed thepossibility of posting four-hour timelimits in the Gumbert Park parkinglots to deter commuter parking. Also,Union County will be contacted re-garding making Birch Avenue a deadend at North Avenue.

The next public meeting of thecouncil will be held on Tuesday,May 7, at 8 p.m.

Robert Coakley for The Westfield LeaderCELEBRATING GRADUATION…Pictured, left to right, are: Lewis Mingo,Jr., Chairman of the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, and CountySheriff Ralph Froehlich spoke at Union County’s Operation Recognition onTuesday, April 30.

SEEING STARS…Last month, in celebration of National Astronomy Week, theWestfield Y’s Children’s Center, located on Elm Street, brought Star Dome, aportable planetarium to the children. Gary Muzio, the owner of Star Dome, ispictured above with several students after a stargazing show that included amultitude of stars and identified constellations.

Peggy Doerr InductedInto Phi Eta Sigma

WESTFIELD – Furman Univer-sity in Greenville, S.C. has reportedthat Peggy M. Doerr of Westfieldwas inducted into the Phi Eta SigmaNational Honor Society.

Peggy is the daughter of Mr. andMrs. Timothy Doerr of Westfield.

Sean Adams AcceptedInto Stevens ProgramWESTFIELD – Kathleen Hadford,

Director of Pre-College Programs atStevens Institute of Technology, CastlePoint on Hudson, in Hoboken, hasrevealed that Sean Adams of Westfieldhas been accepted to participate in theECOES 2002-Exploring Career Op-tions in Engineering and Science Sum-mer Program to be held at Stevens.

A junior at Westfield High School,Sean is one of 64 top students fromacross the nation to attend this pro-gram. He was chosen because he hasdemonstrated interests and a high abil-ity in mathematics and science. Hispersonal statement and the recom-mendations he submitted also madeSean a part of the exclusive program.

While enrolled in the program,Sean will have the opportunity tolearn about engineering and sciencethrough a variety of educational, so-cial and recreational activities. Hewill participate in a research project,a civil engineering design projectand hands-on laboratories in severalengineering and science disciplines.

Sean will be visited by representa-tives from local corporations andagencies involved in manufacturing,research and development, meetingengineers, scientists, managers, fac-ulty and students involved in techni-cal professions.

Sean is the son of Mr. and Mrs. BillAdams.

Westfield WriterNominated for AwardWESTFIELD – Shane Tourtellotte,

writer and longtime resident ofWestfield, has been nominated for aHugo Award, the longest-standing awardin science fiction writing.

He was nominated for his story, “TheReturn of Spring.” He is one of fivenominees in the Best Novelette cat-egory, for stories between 7,500 and17,500 words in length.

The Hugo nomination is his secondscience fiction writing award nomina-tion. He was nominated for the John W.Campbell Award for Best New Writerin 2000, finishing third.

“The Return of Spring” appeared inthe November 2001 issue of Analogmagazine, the highest-circulation sci-ence fiction magazine in America. Hislatest story, “First Impressions,” ran inthe May issue.

that lost a parent in the September 11attacks. In addition to raising morethan $10,000, the two students alsoorganized follow-up assistance for thefamily, including babysitting and theestablishment of a scholarship for thefamily’s children.

In other business, Holly E. Wetscherof Westfield was among three indi-viduals reappointed to three-year termson the county’s Advisory Board on theDisabled. The county will also donate$2,500 to Project Graduation at theScotch Plains-Fanwood High Schoolnext month.

Fred Lecomte for The Westfield LeaderFRIGHTENING EXPERIENCE…Westfield resident Roberta Pinkien escaped with minor injuries last Thursday whenher 1988 Volkswagen slid on wet pavement at 12:59 p.m. and flipped over while she was traveling westbound in the 800block of East Broad Street. She was transported to Overlook Hospital in Summit by the Westfield Volunteer RescueSquad.


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Freeholders Unveil 2002 BudgetContaining Spending, Tax Hikes

By FRED ROSSISpecially Written for The Times

Last week, the Union County Free-holders introduced a 2002 budget thatis higher than the proposal submittedin January by then-County ManagerMichael Lapolla. This year’s $324.488million spending plan is 2 percenthigher than last year’s budget, but theproportion that will be funded by local

property taxes will be higher than inthe past several years.

None of the Freeholders commentedpublicly on the budget at last Thursday’sregular meeting. The public hearingand vote is set for Thursday, May 23.Official property tax levies on thecounty’s 21 municipalities, which areset by the Board of Taxation, were notavailable at last week’s meeting.

More than half the budget, $173.8million, will be funded through prop-erty taxes. This represents 54 percentof the spending plan, a level last seenin 1997. Slightly more than one-fourthof the budget will be funded by countyrevenue, while 14 percent will comefrom state and federal revenues andjust under 5 percent will come from thecounty’s anticipated $15 million sur-plus, which is one-third lower than lastyear.

The biggest portion of the countybudget, about 28 percent, will be ear-marked for health and welfare pro-grams and services administered by,among others, the Department of Hu-man Services and the Divisions ofYouth Services, Aging, and SocialServices. General government func-tions account for almost 20 percent ofthis year’s budget, while regulatoryfunctions such as the County Sheriff’sOffice, Public Safety and the Taxationand Election Boards make up about 17percent.

In the three months between Mr.Lapolla’s submission of his budget pro-posals and last week’s formal introduc-tion, several areas saw increases in theirfinal appropriations levels, includingjudiciary, regulation, roads and bridges,health and welfare and recreation.

The county’s capital budget willtotal just under $60 million, of whichabout three-fourths will be derivedfrom county funds, such as bonds andnotes, with the bulk of the remaining$15.5 million coming from grants andOpen Space Trust Fund revenue.

In other business at its meeting, theFreeholder Board introduced a bondordinance to authorize construction ofa new $14 million academic buildingat the Union County Vocational-Tech-nical School in Scotch Plains.

The Freeholders also honoredVictoria Fosdal and James Alfano,students at Terrill Middle School inScotch Plains, by naming them to beamong the first recipients of thecounty’s Volunteer Recognition Program.

Cheri Rogowsky for The TimesHYPNOTIZED…An all-night fundraiser for S.M.A.C., or Student Movement Against Cancer, was held at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School from April 26 to 27. Entertainer and internationally-known hypnotist, John Cerbone, performedfor students. Pictured, above, are: Tracy Salmon, Barie Salmon, Angelica D’Annunzio, Rob Mattar, David Baumwoll,Jesse Rogowsky, Emily Caballero, Jackie Fiorino, Chrissy Perrotta, Ray DiNizo, Mr. Cerbone, Dan Zelickman and JoshFinkelstein.

By FRED ROSSISpecially Written for The Times

Discussions are currently under-way in Scotch Plains about alteringsome downtown zoning ordinancesto allow building owners to constructsecond- and third-story condomini-ums above businesses on Park Av-enue, East Second Street and EastFront Street.

The goal would be to further bol-ster the central business district,which has become a point of focusamong local officials andbusinesspeople in recent years asefforts to make the downtown areamore competitive with neighboringtowns and local shopping malls havebecome more of a priority.

The Township Planning Board isconsidering the proposal, which iscurrently being studied by local offi-cials and other professionals. Oncethis study is completed, the PlanningBoard will be in a position to makesome formal recommendations to theTownship Council, which would haveto approve any changes in the rel-evant zoning ordinances.

Councilman Guy Celentano, a

member of the Towne Center TaskForce, an advisory group of localbusiness owners and government of-ficials, said the addition of second-and third-story condominiums wouldgreatly bolster the downtown busi-ness district.

Currently, there are second-storyapartments above a handful of storesin the area, but Councilman

Celentano said condominiums, asopposed to apartments, would bemore beneficial.

“Apartments don’t have the den-sity restrictions that condominiumsdo,” he told The Times of ScotchPlains-Fanwood. Therefore, allow-ing condominiums to be built wouldpermit the construction of much larger

Condominiums ConsideredOver Downtown Businesses


By DEBORAH MADISONSpecially Written for The Times

On April 1, the private companythat leases and operates the UnionCounty incinerator, located inRahway, filed for Chapter 11 bank-ruptcy protection.

Covanta Energy Corporation, themulti-national company based inFairfield, and previously known asOdgen-Martin Corporation, leases theincinerator from the Union CountyUtilities Authority (UCUA), under a25-year contract that began in 1997.

Spokesman for Covanta, BusinessManager Howard Rothman, told The

Westfield Leader and The Times ofScotch Plains-Fanwood that the firmwill not default on repayment of theproject loan and that its solid wastemanagement operation remains finan-cially sound, despite the bankruptcy.

“Ogden-Martin was engaged inseveral less-profitable business ven-tures, which the bankruptcy will al-low Covanta to divest itself of,” Mr.Rothman stated.

However, Kerry Blanchard, PastPresident of Concerned Citizens ofUnion County, a Rahway-based citi-zens’ group opposed to incinerators,told The Leader and The Times,

“Covanta actually divested itself ofOgden-Martin’s other business in-terests back in March of 2001. Thisdoes not agree with their reasons fordeclaring bankruptcy last month.”

Bob Carson, President of Con-cerned Citizens, said he has beentrying to obtain the refinancing agree-ment between the Utilities Authorityand Ogden-Martin. However, Mr.Carson said that the Utilities Author-ity has repeatedly thwarted his at-tempts at obtaining the documents.

David Pringle, President of theCranford-based New Jersey Environ-mental Federation, another citizens’watchdog group that is also opposedto incinerators, told The Leader andThe Times, “The Utilities Authorityand the county have been historicallyuncooperative and hostile in provid-ing us with this information.”

Mr. Pringle explained that therehave been several bills passed in thelast 10 years, which have channeledmore than $220 million in state fundsinto bailing out the financially failingsolid waste facilities in New Jersey.

Some of that money has been re-ceived by Union County, althoughhe could not verify how much.

Assemblywoman Linda d. Stendertold The Leader and The Times, “WhenI was Chairman of the FreeholderBoard, the Freeholders recognized

the garbage crisis was looming. Own-ers of the landfills in Pennsylvania,New Jersey and New York claimedthat they were close to reaching ca-pacity and landfill prices rose sharply.As a result of this garbage crisis in the80s, the state ordered all of the coun-ties to assess their current solid wastedisposal methods and to devise a solidwaste management plan.

“At that time, there were only threeoptions for dealing with waste dis-posal: burn it, bury it or dump it in theocean. All three presented risks anddrawbacks. And all three options had

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BOE Holds AnnualOrganization Meeting

By JENNIFER PINTOSpecially Written for The Times

The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Boardof Education held its annual organi-zation meeting on April 25. NewBOE members, Susan Dyckman, re-ceiving 661 votes; Trip Whitehouse,receiving 1401 votes and veteranmember Edward J. Saridaki, receiv-ing 1372 votes; were sworn in byBoard Secretary/Business Adminis-trator Anthony DelSordi.

With the retirement of former boardPresident Dr. Sheldon and formerVice President Jessica Simpson,members of the board elected a newPresident and Vice President. Nomi-nated for President were Lance Por-ter, now approaching his second termand Edward J. Saridaki, now servinghis third term. However, with morenominations, Porter was electedPresident. Linda Nelson, now serv-ing her third year, was voted VicePresident by all board members.

As part of the annual organizationmeeting the board approved TheScotch Plains-Fanwood Press, TheTimes, and The Courier News forpublication of all legal/public no-tices.

The setting for regularly sched-uled monthly meetings will continueto be at the administration buildingon Evergreen Avenue and CedarStreet in Scotch Plains. Agenda Set-ting Sessions of the board will beheld on the second Thursday of each

month and regular public meetingswill be held on the fourth Thursdayof each month.

In other business, the board autho-rized an agreement with Barre &Company from Union, New Jersey,to conduct the 2002-2003 statutoryaudit for an annual fee of $22,360, afour percent increase from last year.

For legal services the board con-tracted Casper P. Boehm Jr., Esq. forthe 2002-2003 school year for a costof $103,464, a five percent increasefrom last year.

An agreement for negotiating ser-vices with Cassetta, Taylor andWhalen for 2002-2003 was approvedfor the amount of $26,174, a fourpercent increase from last year.

The board also re-appointed Mrs.Lori Majeski as Treasurer of SchoolMonies, for the 2002-2003 schoolyear for an annual salary of $7,500.

Designations of official deposito-ries for investment purposes wereapproved by the board, these institu-tions are: United Trust Bank, FirstUnion Bank, New Jersey Cash Man-agement Fund, Summit Bank andMBIA-Class.

Monthly tax payments by the mu-nicipalities for the 2002-2003 schoolyear were approved. The total taxpayments for Scotch Plains equals$39,184,200.37 and $10,627,021.63for Fanwood.

In other business, the board ap-CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

Robert Coakley for The TimesCELEBRATING GRADUATION…Lewis Mingo, Jr., left, Chairman of the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders,and County Sheriff Ralph Froehlich both spoke at Union County’s Operation Recognition on Tuesday.

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Fanwood Board DeniesSubdivision Appeal

For Pleasant Ave. LotBy SUZETTE F. STALKER

Specially Written for The Times

Concluding a three-part hearingthat began in February, the FanwoodPlanning Board last week voted 7-2to deny an area company’s appeal forpermission to subdivide a piece ofproperty at 76/80 Pleasant Avenue.

Toby Two Realty Co., L.L.C. hada contract to purchase the 100-footwide lot from its current owners,pending board approval of its peti-tion. The South Plainfield-based com-pany, which required several bulkvariances, planned to subdivide theparcel into two, 50-foot-wide lots.

A single-family Cape Cod househas existed on one section of theproperty for some 50 years, and theapplicant hoped to build a two-story,four-bedroom Center Hall Colonialhome on the second lot. The site islocated in an R-75 zone.

Neighbors strongly opposed theapplication, arguing the proposedsubdivision did not conform witheither the surrounding area or theborough’s current zoning ordinance.They also voiced concerns about suchissues as storm water management.

During the extended hearing onthe appeal, Toby Two’s principalsand several expert witnesses testi-fied that the subdivision would be aplus for the area.

Principal Donald Sisto maintainedat the initial hearing that the devel-opment would provide additionalresidential housing in the commu-nity.

He said his company intended toinstall drywells on each of the twoproposed lots to maintain adequatedrainage. The applicant’s plan alsocalled for the removal of an existingtwo-car garage and a section of as-

phalt to minimize overall increase inimpervious surface coverage.

Peter Wolfson, the Morristown at-torney for Toby Two Realty, addi-tionally confirmed at the board’sApril 24 regular meeting that theapplicant would abide by all Bor-ough Engineer Richard Marsden’srecommendations regarding stormwater management on the site.

Neighbors, who were allowed togive testimony at last week’s meet-ing, were not assuaged by theapplicant’s arguments.

Phyllis Mahoney of 70 PleasantAvenue argued the subdivision wouldnot conform with other lots in theneighborhood, most of which are 75-feet wide or larger. She added sheand her family would be looking at“a huge monstrosity of a house.”

She also expressed reservationsabout the long-term effectiveness ofthe drywells in maintaining drain-age, noting these subterranean cham-bers would require diligent mainte-nance.

Helene Miale, who lives at 84Pleasant Avenue, stated that con-struction of the proposed house on anew, 50-by-100 foot lot contradictedthe goals of the borough’s zoningordinance, which prescribes a mini-mum lot size of 75 by 100 feet.

Saying this kind of developmentwould create “a crowded, inconsis-tent effect in our neighborhood,”where only 10 percent of the homesare situated on 50-by 100-foot lots,Ms. Miale warned the board thatapproving Toby Two’s appeal couldset a precedent for other such subdi-visions.

Similar sentiments were expressedlast week by Herbert Ribner, a re-


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In other business, Holly E. Wetscher ofWestfield was among three individualsreappointed to three-year terms on thecounty’s Advisory Board on the Dis-abled. The county will also donate $2,500to Project Graduation at the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School next month.

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opponents,” Mrs. Stender explained.“The incinerator option seemed

like the best alternative at that time,and we were assured of the best,state-of-the-art pollution controltechnology available,” she added.

As a consulting engineer whoworked on several “Trash to Cash”projects, some involving those ofOgden-Martin, along with othersthroughout the country, HoraceCorbin, Publisher of The Leader andThe Times, reflected on the 1980sgarbage crisis in New Jersey.

“Solid waste disposal at that timewas, and still is, a major challengefor our society. In the late 80s andearly 90s, landfills in Pennsylvania,Ohio and elsewhere were withoutcompetition; with claims that land-fills were filled up, rates were sky-rocketing,” Mr. Corbin related.

“The creation of incinerators hadthe beneficial result of creating com-petition for the landfills and ratesfell dramatically — staying that waytoday,” he said.

The Leader and The Times askedthe Utilities Authority to confirm theamount of the outstanding bond ob-ligation of Covanta, along with otherterms of the lease agreement, andwhether the Utilities Authority hasverified the financial stability ofCovanta.

Public Information spokesman forthe county, Sebastian D’Elia, said itwould take his office several weeksto provide The Leader and The Timeswith this information. No one fromthe Utilities Authority returned callsfrom the newspaper.

Mr. Carson told The Leader andThe Times that none of New Jersey’sfive incinerators have been finan-cially sound since a Supreme Courtruling in 1997 overturned existingflow control legislation. Flow con-trol was a mandate that assured theincinerators a high volume and steadystream of garbage. The incineratorscharged towns and private haulersfees high enough to meet their loanrepayment obligations.

When flow control was ruled un-constitutional, towns and privatehaulers were permitted to contractwith less costly landfills out of state.The five counties, including UnionCounty, which built incinerators thenwere thrust into a position of eco-nomic disadvantage.

Because of this, the UCUA wasrequired to refinance the bond forthe Rahway incinerator. The countyalso entered into a lease agreementwith Ogden-Martin, which incorpo-rated a “put or pay” requirement thatobligated the county to provide aminimum tonnage or pay the differ-ence.

Currently, the State of New Jerseyis developing legislation to bail outfinancially troubled county incin-erators. Mrs. Stender said that cur-rent legislation would not benefitUnion County, because it was de-signed to bail out only those incin-erators that are financially failing,

which is no longer the case in UnionCounty, since the refinance agree-ment was made.

“This bill punishes Union Countyfor having done the right thing twoyears ago,” Mrs. Stender commented.She said attorneys are reviewing thedetails to see if Union County cansomehow be reimbursed for the refi-nancing agreement.

The financing and operation ofwaste disposal in New Jersey has hada long history marked by federalprobes and indictments of public of-ficials on charges of fraud, briberyand corruption.

A grand jury investigation,launched in 1994, into the funding ofthe bonds that financed the construc-tion of New Jersey’s five incinera-tors, resulted in subpoenas, arrestsand plea bargains for several publicofficials, who were cabinet membersof then Governor Jim Florio.

Securities firms that financed theprojects were accused of makingbribes. The federal probes alsocharged that public officials improp-erly used their influence to initiateconstruction of each of the $250million incinerators and that theythen hired firms that they owned toprovide legal and financial servicesto the utility authorities in severalcounties, reaping millions of dollarsin profits.

Environmental groups, such as theGreen Party and Concerned Citizens,claim that recycling could eliminate70 to 90 percent of New Jersey’sincineration needs, but doesn’t getsupported as long as the incineratorsneed to be fed.

Concerned Citizens’ chief opposi-tion to the incinerators involves en-vironmental and health concerns.

Mr. Corbin commented that theviability and performance of any suchsystem depends on several factors.

“Financial soundness, political sta-bility, technical excellence and effi-ciency of management are requiredon a long-term basis,” he said. “Ofcourse, generating less trash wouldhelp the country greatly. Looking ata box of Cheerios, anyone can seethat the amount of wrapping versusactual cereal represents a significantpart of the garbage problem.”

“Even though New Jersey now hassome of the best recycling laws, atthat time, it was not an option fordealing with the majority of NewJersey’s garbage,” Mrs. Stender re-marked.

“In order for recycling to becomea viable alternative, consumers aswell as packaging producers wouldhave to drastically change theirmethods of packaging and discard-ing of waste,” she stated.

“That alternative, although gainingimpetus, will take many years beforeit can be a replacement for burning orburying the millions of tons of gar-bage produced by New Jersey everyyear,” Mrs. Stender added.

“Now that the Staten Island Land-fill is closed and New York City

trash is entering the picture, thisadds tremendous pressure to NewJersey’s system of solid waste dis-posal — we’re the largest garbagecrossroad in the world,” Mr. Corbinnoted.

Westfield resident and formerMayor Garland “Bud” Boothe wasVice Chairman of the UCUA duringthe 1980s. He worked with the Free-holders and other legislators in plan-ning and implementing the incin-erator for Union County.

Mr. Boothe also served on theUnion County Solid Waste Author-ity Commission (UCSWAC) foreight years. He was intrinsicallyinvolved in all aspects of planningnot only the Rahway incinerator,but also Union County’s recyclingprograms for hazardous waste andcomputers, before he became Mayorof Westfield.

Mr. Boothe explained that in the1980s, the garbage crisis was criti-cal. Landfills in Pennsylvania andNew Jersey were suddenly all beingshut down.

“Pennsylvania didn’t want our gar-bage trucked into their state and ourtruckers were being harassed,” Mr.Boothe recalled. “The crisis got sobad that we held discussions abouthow we could stockpile garbage inWestfield if it came to that,” he said.

After extensive research, with in-put from engineering experts, andafter visiting many different facili-ties, Mr. Boothe said it was con-cluded that building the incineratorwas the best, most economical andsound decision.

The incinerator was well run andvery financially viable before flowcontrol was stopped, Mr. Boothesaid. The profits made from sellingthe electricity offset the cost of run-ning the facility and defrayed thetipping fee charges considerably.

It was only after flow control wasstopped that the tipping fees had tobecome more competitive, Mr.Boothe said.

“You can always find some holein the ground in another state thatmay be cheaper, but is that really thebest solution, to depend on anotherstate for our waste problem?” heasked.

“We tried very hard to work withthe environmentalists from the Con-cerned Citizens group, but they wereintractable,” Mr. Boothe remarked.

“We asked them for another solu-tion, but they had none. And I don’tagree with them that incinerationdiscourages recycling. Just look out-side on recycling days. Everyone’srecycling whatever they can, butthat doesn’t solve the whole prob-lem,” he said.

Mr. Boothe added, “I think that wemade the right decision, and 30 yearsfrom now, people will say that we didthe right thing, unlike New York City,which has had their head in the sandand are now unprepared to handletheir own garbage problems.”

Pollution control regulations, alongwith environmental studies cited by theopposition groups and supported by theNew Jersey Department of Environ-mental Protection, will be explored inthe next installment of this series.



SP-F School Bd.


tired Merck & Co. chemical engi-neer who has lived at 208 ForestRoad for the past 36 years.

In his remarks, he cited a sectionof Fanwood’s zoning ordinance thatseeks “to restrict further residentialdevelopment, given the densities al-ready existing in the borough.”

In response to questions fromLewis Markowitz, the Westfield at-torney for another neighbor opposedto the appeal, Mr. Ribner said he didnot feel previous testimony by Wil-liam Hamilton, the applicant’s plan-ner, had adequately addressed thedensity issue or the advantage to theneighborhood of subdividing the lot.

Deciding it was not relevant to thecurrent application, the board subse-quently denied, by a 7-2 vote, amotion by Mr. Markowitz that a reso-lution of a similar application in1994 be entered into evidence.

In the earlier petition, the Plan-ning Board denied a subdivision re-quest involving a 125-foot-wide loton the opposite side of Pleasant Av-enue. “Each case stands on its ownmerit,” remarked board member JohnCelardo.

Mr. Markowitz’s client, MichaelGiambalvo, an architect and long-time resident of 79 Pleasant Avenue,said he believed the subdivisionwould provide “no benefit to theneighborhood whatsoever.”

He confirmed that of the 28 lotslocated within 200 feet of 76/80Pleasant Avenue, only seven are 50feet wide, and of 20 lots on PleasantAvenue between Estelle Lane andForest Road, 85 percent measuregreater than 50 feet.

Realtor Patricia Plante, anOakwood Court resident and thelisting agent for the property, de-scribed herself as a “lone wolf” insupporting the subdivision bid,which she believed would benefitthe community by providing addi-tional residential housing at an af-fordable price.

She said “it would be a shame” ifthe existing Cape Cod were to bedemolished to pave the way forconstruction of a larger house onthe single lot — a possible outcomeif the subdivision were denied.

Mr. Wolfson argued that the cur-rent owners of the property,Lawrence and Stella Sondergaard,were entitled to relief since theyhad purchased the property as two

separate lots prior to the enactmentof zoning regulations in Fanwood in1954.

Per the New Jersey SupremeCourt’s 1967 “Loechner versusCampoli” ruling, adjacent lots un-der the same ownership, where atleast one of the lots was of substan-dard size, would automatically bemerged.

In rendering their decision, themajority of board members felt theapplicant had not, in the words ofboard member John Deitch, “metthe burden of proof” that the pro-posed subdivision would be benefi-cial to the neighborhood.

Mr. Deitch said there were nocharacteristics about the property,such as shape or size, that wouldprevent it from being sold for resi-dential development.

Council President Joel Whitaker,the governing body’s Liaison to thePlanning Board, said he did not feelToby Two Realty’s petition reflectedthe goals of either the local zoningordinance or the New Jersey LandUse Ordinance, and that the currenttrend in Fanwood is toward largerhomes.

Both Mayor Louis Jung, who alsosits on the Planning Board, and boardmember John Gurley cited residents’passionate opposition to the subdi-vision as strongly influencing theirdecision to deny the appeal.

Board Chairman GregoryCummings and Vice Chairman EricHess both voted in favor of the ap-plication. Noting that “somethingwill be built on the property,” Mr.Cummings said he would rather seea second, smaller home there than alarge structure on a single lot.

Referencing the section of thezoning ordinance concerning a re-striction on further residential de-velopment, Mr. Hess said “‘restrict’does not mean ‘eliminate.’”

He listed what he considered posi-tive aspects of the plan, such asadditional housing at an affordableprice and storm water managementprovisions.

The board Vice Chairman addedthat while the current owners mayface a “self-imposed” hardship bynot being able to sell the propertyas independent lots, the current situ-ation was created by the imple-mentation the 1954 zoning regula-tions.

COUNCIL DECIDES TO CHECK CONSTITUTION REGARDING RELIGIOUS SYMBOLS, GIFTS

Westfield Mayor Appoints CommitteeTo Work With The Atlantic Group

Fanwood Bd. DeniesSubdivision Appeal

units and also force “a change in theexterior facades” of all the buildings, some-thing, he said, that “would really changethe look of the downtown.”

Mr. Celentano also maintained thatparking would not be greatly affected bythe addition of new condominiums. Giventhe density restrictions imposed, havingall condominiums above the downtownstores would reduce the parking require-ments, he said, while having all apart-ments would increase the parking needs.

In addition, having residential owners—people who may tend to be more finan-cially secure — rather than renters livingabove the businesses should also give aboost to the retail outlets and restaurantsat the street level.

The business owners are “doing cart-wheels over this idea,” Mr. Celentanosaid. “They love it.” And he said thehandful of downtown property owners hehas spoken with about the proposal haveexpressed their support as well.

The Councilman said he could notpredict the timetable for any PlanningBoard action, but expressed his belief thatif the ordinance changes were to ulti-mately be approved, it would be one ofthe final pieces in the rejuvenation of thedowntown business district.

In recent years, new thematic lightinghas been put into place. In addition, newbenches, planters and trash receptacle havebeen placed in the area. Last month, workwas begun on red brick-appearing walk-ways at crosswalks in the downtown area.

Discussions are also underway withbusiness owners on the addition of newsidewalk pavers in front of their establish-ments.

proved Killam Associates to prepare plansand specifications for field improvementsat the SP-F High School. According tothe proposal made by Killam Associateson April 12, the cost of the project shouldnot exceed $55,000. The project begins atthe end of June and is due to be completedby the following softball/baseball sea-son.

John Paterson, a high school Englishteacher for over 30 years at the SP-F HighSchool, spoke as a member of the public.Mr. Paterson expressed his views regard-ing appreciation for good teachers andthe importance of contract negotiations.He mentioned how the high school haslost a few wonderful teachers due to poornegations. In reply, board member, Tho-mas Russo replied by stating that teacherschoose to leave the high school to go tohigher paying districts and that is some-thing out of the board’s control.

In curriculum news, summer assign-ments were discussed using a PowerPointpresentation that can be viewed onwww.spfk12.org. According to Dr.Kathleen Regan, Superintendent for In-struction, many students will be able tochoose from a list of authors, instead ofbeing limited to specific books. This op-tion will give the student more liberty indeciding what to read over the summer.Also, the public library will work to-gether with the school system by holdingdiscussion sessions on books for inter-ested students.

The next public meeting will be at8p.m. on Thursday, May 9.

By LAUREN S. PASSSpecially Written for The Times

WESTFIELD -- On Tuesday night,the Westfield Town Council held a specialpublic meeting in order to have a secondreading and pass an ordinance changingthe price of the permit fee for junk weekfrom $50 to $65.

The council then held their regular con-ference session where they spent over anhour in closed conference to discuss laborrelations with the Policemen’s BenevolentAssociation (PBA) of the Westfield PoliceDepartment, whose contract is up for re-newal.

During the conference session, MayorGregory McDermott announced that hewould be signing the agreement with TheAtlantic Group after the meeting. He said hehas also selected the group to meet regularlywith Patrick Henry from Atlantic.

The group will consist of DemocraticFourth Ward Councilman and Public WorksChairman Lawrence Goldman, Republi-can Second Ward Councilman and Chair-man of the Transportation, Parking andTraffic Committee (TPT) RafaelBetancourt; Democratic Third Ward Coun-cilwoman and Chairwoman of the PublicSafety Committee Claire Lazarowitz,Mayor McDermott for the First Ward;Executive Director of the DowntownWestfield Corporation Sherry Cronin andCharlie Weidman, who was the Chairmanof the Parking Commission.

Meetings will also include Town Ad-ministrator James Gildea and Town Engi-neer Kenneth Marsh as needed.

Council members continued a conver-sation on religious symbols being placedon town property.

“We’ll all have a difference of opinionbecause it’s personal,” Mayor McDermott

said. He suggested that the council allowthings to continue as they were before andapprove those individuals and organiza-tions that want to put up holiday items.

Democratic Fourth Ward CouncilwomanSusan Jacobson said that if this was goingto come to a council vote, she felt thatcouncil members should hear the sugges-tion from the Mayor’s Blue Ribbon Com-mittee, which included members of theclergy.

Councilwoman Lazarowitz stated thatshe had spoken to many people regardingthe committee recommendation and hadreceived positive responses.

Democratic First Ward Councilman CarlSalisbury said he believes decisions re-garding what symbols have been placed ontown property in the past, and what wouldbe placed in the future, must be examinedto see if they comply with the Constitution.

“As a governing body we have a sacredobligation to comply with Constitutionalrequirements,” he stated.

Councilman Goldman agreed withCouncilman Salisbury, as Town AttorneyRobert Cockren stated that he will lookinto these Constitutional statutes.

The council will also have the firstreading of three ordinances next week,which will all be for 2002 projects. Thesenew ordinances change the language toallow the town to better control debt ser-vice.

According to Mr. Gildea, this new lan-guage will allow all projects to be lumpedinto one, so that the monies will be avail-able and projects can begin right away,rather than waiting on separate ordinancesfor each.

Mr. Marsh commented that an advan-tage to this ordinance would be that whensome projects go under budget and othersgo over budget, the monies are now in thesame fund and can be interchanged moreeasily.

Mayor McDermott commented that allthe projects currently in the hopper couldbegin once the money is available, allow-ing road projects to be done in the summerwhen the town is quiet.

Councilman Betancourt gave his TPTreport. He stated that the Rahway Avenueproject is due to be completed at the end ofMay. He went on to say that residentsvoiced their concerns about the difficultynegotiating a left hand turn onto CliftonStreet with the bump outs; and a resident’scomplaint regarding not being informed ofthe project.

Mr. Marsh stated that the bump outsseemed wider right now because the conesare there and construction is in progress. Headded that on South Avenue in Plainfield theroad is 22 feet wide, and the narrowest pointon Rahway Avenue will be 28 feet wide.

Mayor McDermott and the council con-curred that the project was discussed inpublic meetings and was in the newspa-pers.

Councilman Betancourt also reportedthe possibility of closing South ChestnutStreet for 30 days in order to study thetraffic patterns.

Mayor McDermott had previously con-tacted the Mayor of Garwood, becausewith Garwood’s permission, the Depart-ment of Transportation (DOT) would al-low the town to close the street, but Garwooddenied the request due to a change in trafficflow near the schools.

The council will be passing a resolutionto close South Chestnut Street during base-ball season, now through October, from 5to 8 p.m. daily, as well as the currentclosures that take place on Saturday andSunday.

Mr. Gildea will also contact the DOT sothat they may investigate the possibility ofa 30-day closure. The investigation by theDOT is anticipated to take up to threemonths.

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Westfield Public WorksUnveils 2002 Project List

By LAUREN S. PASSSpecially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

WESTFIELD — The Departmentof Public Works in Westfield hasrevealed the list of road projectsfor 2002, which includes projectsthat have been approved by theTown Council and have not beencompleted. The list will be updatedwhen more accurate dates for thework are set and projects are com-pleted.

The smaller streets, such asHanford Place through TamaquesWay on the list, were set as oneproject for bidding purposes, butwill be performed over severalmonths. All of the roads will not beunder construction at the same time.

According to Councilman andChairman of the Public Works Com-mittee, Lawrence Goldman, eachyear, the State of New Jersey fundsa road improvement project throughthe Transportation Trust Fund.

These roads are generally thosethat are considered to have high-traffic volumes. This year’s road isthe portion of Lawrence Avenue.Prospect Street will be repaved in

2003, and has been submitted forthe Transportation Trust Fund.

The dredging projects atTamaques Park and Gregory’s Pondare currently on hold, due to thedrought restrictions currently in ef-fect.

Mayor Gregory McDermott andthe Public Works Committee of theTown Council have worked withthe Town Engineer and AssistantTown Engineer to accelerate theprocess of beginning projects ap-proved as part of the capital budgetprocess.

In past years, many approvedprojects were not bid on and starteduntil late in the year or the nextyear after approval. This year, someof the projects approved this springwill be completed during the sum-mer months.

We at The Westfield Leader andThe Times would like to thank Coun-cilman Lawrence Goldman, TownAdministrator James Gildea andAssistant Town Engineer KrisMcAloon, for taking time to com-pile this list of projects and submitit for publication.

TOWN OF WESTFIELD2002 PROPOSED PROJECTS

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

CURB REPLACEMENT - VARIOUS STREETS

- STANDISH AVENUE (BIRCH - CEDAR TERRACE) REPLACEMENT OF CONCRETE CURB WITH GRANITE BLOCK CURB

- COLEMAN PLACE (DUDLEY AVENUE - SENECA) REPLACEMENT OF CONCRETE CURB WITH GRANITE BLOCK CURB

SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM - VARIOUS LOCATIONS REPLACEMENT OF DETERIORATED CONCRETE/BLUESTONE WALKS

VARIOUS ROAD IMPROVEMENTS

DICKSON DRIVE GRANITE BLOCK CURB, ROAD RECONSTRUCTION AND RESURFACING

CHANNING AVENUE GRANITE BLOCK CURB, ROAD RECONSTRUCTION AND RESURFACING

HANFORD PLACE (EDGEWOOD TO DEAD END) GRANITE BLOCK CURB AND RESURFACING

FOREST AVENUE (SENECA TO LONGFELLOW) GRANITE BLOCK CURB, ROAD RECONSTRUCTION AND RESURFACING

DUDLEY COURT RESURFACING

MAYE STREET RESURFACING

KIMBALL TURN (ENTIRE LENGTH) SHOULDER REPAIRS/RESURFACING

TOPPING HILL ROAD (KIMBALL AVE. TO WYCHWOOD) SHOULDER REPAIRS/RESURFACING

CANTERBURY ROAD (KIMBALL AVE. TO WINYAH) SHOULDER REPAIRS/RESURFACING

SUMMIT AVENUE (PARK TO WASHINGTON) RESURFACING

PINE STREET (COLUMBUS TO TOWNLINE) RESURFACING

BOYNTON AVENUE (PEARL TO TWIN OAKS) GRANITE BLOCK CURB, ROAD RECONSTRUCTION AND RESURFACING

CLOVER STREET (CENTRAL TO BOULEVARD) RESURFACING

PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE RESURFACING

KNOLLWOOD TERRACE (CURB REPLACEMENT AREA) RESURFACING

EDGAR ROAD (LYNWOOD TO RAHWAY) GRANITE BLOCK CURB AND RESURFACING

TAMAQUES WAY ( ARDSLEIGH TO NORWOOD) MICRO-SURFACING

LAWRENCE AVE., SECTION 1 (HILLSIDE AVE. TO MOUNTAIN AVE.) GRANITE BLOCK CURB AND RESURFACING

**FUNDED THROUGH THE TRANSPORTATION TRUST FUND**

SCOTCH PLAINS AVE. (W. BROAD ST. - DARTMOOR) GRANITE BLOCK CURB, ROAD RECONSTRUCTION AND RESURFACING

DUDLEY AVE., WEST GRANITE BLOCK CURB, ROAD RECONSTRUCTION AND RESURFACING

PARK STREET GRANITE BLOCK CURB, ROAD RECONSTRUCTION AND RESURFACING

RAHWAY AVENUE TRAFFIC CALMING IMPROVEMENTS UNDERWAY. SCHEDULED TO BE COMPLETED END OF MAY.

MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS

DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE AND CENTRAL AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS WORK SCHEDULED TO BEGIN END OF APRIL

TAMAQUES PARK POND DREDGING BID DOCUMENTS READY FOR ADVERTISEMENT. STATE WILL NOT RELEASE

NECESSARY WATER LOWERING PERMITS DUE TO DROUGHT RESTRICTIONS.

GREGORY'S POND DAM IMPROVEMENTS CONTRACT ON HOLD. STATE WILL NOT RELEASE NECESSARY WATER

LOWERING PERMITS DUE TO DROUGHT RESTRICTIONS.

MINDOWASKIN OVERLOOK SUB-STRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS COMPLETED

SUPER-STRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED TO BE COMPLETED MID-MAY.

NOTE: UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, ALL PROJECTS ARE SCHEDULED TO BEGIN BY THE END OF JUNE,

AND ARE SCHEDULED TO BE COMPLETED BEFORE THE END OF THE YEAR, WEATHER PERMITTING

Low Cost Prescription DrugCards Available For Seniors

SCOTCH PLAINS – Assembly-woman Linda Stender urges eligibleseniors to take advantage of the To-gether Rx Card, which is being of-fered to low-income seniors. TheTogether Rx Card would allowMedicare enrollees without publicor private prescription drug cover-age and incomes under $28,000 forsingle individuals or $38,000 forcouples to qualify for a 20 to 40 per-cent reduction in prescription drugcosts. This program goes into effectas of June 2002.

“The rising cost of prescriptionmedications is one of the biggestconcerns facing senior citizens.Many seniors living on fixed in-comes have to make the choice be-tween paying for prescription drugsor putting food on the table,” saidStender, (R-22). “The card makesit easier for seniors who lack pre-scription drug coverage to accessthe medications they need.”

It is simple and convenient to ap-ply. The card is free and there is noannual fee for participating in To-gether Rx. Additionally, seniors willreceive the savings at the pharmacycounter, making this program simpleand easy to use. The card is accepted

by many of the pharmacy retailers inour community including Walmart,Rite Aid, Walgreens, Target, andCostco. Several leading pharmaceu-tical companies are collaborating tooffer this cost savings covering over150 medications. Senior will be ableto receive medications for a widerange of common conditions includ-ing diabetes, hypertension, high cho-lesterol, cancer, allergy, asthma, ar-thritis and depression.

“The Together Rx Card will helpseniors to enhance their quality oflife by accessing prescription drugcoverage that has been quite lim-ited until now,” said Stender. “I wantto make sure seniors in my districtare kept well informed of state pro-grams designed to help maximizethe benefits available to them.”

Eligible senior citizens may ap-ply for the Together Rx Card bycalling 1-800-865-7211 or onlineat www.together-rx.com. Applica-tions are also available at the of-fice of Assemblywoman LindaStender located in Scotch Plains at1801 East Second Street. The of-fice can be reached Mondaythrough Friday, from 9 a.m to 5p.m. at (908) 668-1900.

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Tennis Ladders: will be formeddepending upon registrations formen’s and women’s singles anddoubles and seniors as well. Thereis a $5.00 registration fee. For allthose interested there will be a meet-ing on Tuesday May 7 at the ScotchHills Country Club at 7 p.m. todiscuss the details of the program. Overnight Vacation Trips: aresponsored by Scotch Plains,Mountainside and New ProvidenceRecreation Departments. The tripsare as follows: August 17 to 20 toGettysburg and Pigeon Forge,Tenn. in September 28 to October4. For further details, contact theRecreation office at (908) 322-6700, ext. 221. Summer Programs: will includebut are not limited to Parks Pro-gram, Small Fry Summer Program,Basketball clinic, tennis lessons, tripto see Somerset Patriots Ball game,Teen Club Night, Teen White Wa-ter Rafting trip, golf clinics andtournaments, adult yoga, senioraerobics and adult dance and muchmore, keep your eyes open for thesummer brochure which you willreceive in May. Teen Club Night: Will be held onFriday June 7 at the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School from 8 p.m

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Assemblyman Thomas KeanChosen as 2002 Toll Fellow

WESTFIELD — AssemblymanThomas H. Kean, Jr. (R-21) is oneof 40 emerging state leaders na-

tionwide to be selected for the TollFellowship Program, sponsored byThe Council of State Governments(CSG).

The program will be held fromSaturday, September 28, throughThursday, October 3, in Lexington,Ky. An annual program, it is namedin honor of Henry Toll, a Coloradostate senator in the 1920s whofounded the CSG in 1933.

The program is aimed at develop-ing the next generation of leadersfrom all three branches of state gov-ernment. This year’s program willfocus on trends and critical thinking,as well as professional growth anddevelopment opportunities.

“Being selected for a Toll Fellow-ship — the premier leadership de-velopment program for state gov-ernment officials in the nation — isan extreme honor,” AssemblymanKean said.

“I look forward to taking part inthis program in the fall and becom-ing an even more effective electedrepresentative for the people of the21st Legislative District,” he added.

Assemblyman Kean was nomi-nated by State Senator Richard H.Bagger (R-21), with endorsementsfrom Senator Joseph M. Kyrillos (R-13), State Republican Chairman, andAssemblyman Paul DiGaetano (R-36), Assembly Republican Leader.

Assemblyman Kean was selectedfrom a long list of applicants by acommittee of state elected and ap-pointed officials as one of the mostpromising leaders of New Jersey stategovernment.

Mr. Kean was appointed to fill avacancy in the State Assembly inApril of 2001. He was elected to afull, two-year term last Novemberand is a member of the State Assem-bly Budget and State GovernmentCommittees.

The Assemblyman also is Chair-man of the Assembly RepublicanPolicy Committee.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION…During the recent Spring Assembly of Westfield’sfive history-related organizations, volunteer participation recognition grantsfrom the ExxonMobil Foundation were presented by Exxon retiree GeorgeGross, left, to Bob Miller, Vice President of the Westfield Historical Society,center, and William Millar, Vice President of the West Fields Chapter of theSons of the American Revolution. Other Spring Assembly participants were theDaughters of the American Revolution, the Genealogical Society of the WestFields and the Miller-Cory House Museum, this year’s host group.

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Committee Reviews 2003Requests To United Fund

WESTFIELD – The Fund Dis-tribution Committee of the UnitedFund of Westfield, which reviewsbudget requests and programs fromthe United Fund’s member agencies,has begun its process of studyingfunding requests for the year 2003.

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Munoz Appointed ToAdvisory CommissionOn Hispanic Affairs

TRENTON -- Assemblyman Dr.Eric Munoz (R-21) has been ap-pointed to serve as a member of theAdvisory Commission on HispanicAffairs by Assembly Speaker AlbioSires. The panel advises the Gover-nor and State Legislature on the needs,concerns, accomplishments and con-tributions as well as the impact of leg-islation which affects the state’s His-panic community.

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Scotch Plains Proposed Ordinance ViolatesFourth Amendment Of U.S. Constitution

The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitutionstates that “The right of the people to be secure intheir persons, houses, papers, and effects, againstunreasonable searches and seizures, shall not beviolated.” If this safeguard is to continue, thenwe’d hope that a proposed ordinance being con-sidered in Scotch Plains and similar laws enactedelsewhere in New Jersey are ultimately turnedaside by higher courts as failing to pass constitu-tional muster.

The Township Council is planning to introducean ordinance next month that would greatly ex-pand local police powers in an attempt to curbunderage drinking. Rather than relying on lawsalready on the books and rather than working withparents, families, schools and peers to keep alco-hol consumption by those under 21 years of ageto a minimum, the township government insteadwants to give the local police the right to enter aprivate residence where underage persons are inpossession of or consuming alcoholic beverages.

It may sound like the perfect solution to aproblem “Let the police handle it because wecan’t,” but thinking beyond the feel-good aspectsof sending a message to the community bringsforth a number of potential problems. Under whatcircumstances do police have a right to enter aprivate residence. “A man’s home is his castle,” isnot some catchy 20th century slogan, but, rather,one of the bases underlying the Fourth Amend-ment.

The ordinance that will be introduced in ScotchPlains would allow police to take action if theyhave reason to believe underage persons in aprivate home are in possession of or consumingalcoholic beverages. But how would they come tohave a reason to believe? A neighbor’s call to thepolice department? A patrol car driving past ahouse where numerous cars are parked? A police-man knocking on the front door of a suspectedhouse? And then what is supposed to happen?Under what pretext can an officer then enter a

private residence? How will he conclude thatalcoholic beverages are being consumed? Howwill he determine the age of anyone suspected ofdrinking alcoholic beverages? And what rights dothose in the house have in this regard, especiallyif they are old enough to drink? And what aboutthe overzealous officer who sets foot in a privatehome and either finds no underage drinking ormistakenly handles a situation involving minorsunaware of their rights?

The proposed ordinance would be enforced, ineffect, through warrantless searches of privateresidences, and it’s far from clear that this wouldbe permissible. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled, ina 1948 narcotics case, that under the FourthAmendment, the determination of, “when theright of privacy must reasonably yield to theright of search is, as a rule, to be decided by ajudicial officer, not by a policeman.” Allowingthe wrong police officer in a home without awarrant would set the stage for numerous prob-lems, including the potential for mishandling thesituation and, therefore, having any chargesupheld in court. Furthermore, there is the poten-tial that the township could find itself in a costlycourt challenge to the ordinance if a ScotchPlains resident were to fight it. There has yet to beany such challenge in the handful of other com-munities that have enacted a similar ordinance,but the law is still relatively new. In addition, itlooks as if the ordinance has not been heavilyutilized by law enforcement officials in thoseother towns.

The bottom line in this matter, however, is oneof private property rights and excessive policepowers and whether the two can coexist. We don’tthink they can, and we’d hate to even give it a try.Instead, we’d urge township officials and otherlocal leaders to use the tools they already possessin their effort to curb teen drinking rather thanrelying on the government and a jaundiced viewof the Constitution to do the job for them.

Candidate Whitaker Disagrees WithFreeholder Open Space Explanation

Most people who voted for the OpenSpace Tax did so because they thought itwould be used to acquire additional parklandin Union County — not to expand build-ings, or build parking lots. The Open SpaceTax should be used for one thing, and onething only—acquiring additional parkland.

If the Democrat Freeholders really thinkthe people of Union County intended fortheir Open Space Tax money to be used forbuilding expansion and to acquire land onwhich to build parking lots, they should putthat on the ballot as a straightforward, plainEnglish non-binding referendum.

The more interesting part of Ruotolo’sletter is the statement the county intends touse capital funds (read “your tax dollars”)to acquire 7 acres for public auction “withthe property severely restricted to usesbeneficial to the Union County communityas a whole for recreational purposes. Therewill be no development for private orcommercial use on any of the 63 acres.”

Exactly what does this mean? Do they

have a deal to auction it off to some openspace trust? What do the Democrats defineas “uses beneficial to Union County as awhole for recreational purposes?” Aren’tthe Freeholders supposed to provide,through the park system, “uses beneficialto Union County as a whole for recre-ational purposes?” Why would they haveto auction off land to someone else to dotheir job?

In my view, there are two types ofentities: government and private. Privateincludes open space trusts, nonprofit swim-ming clubs, churches, nonprofit theatregroups, nonprofit hospitals, nonprofitriding academies, colleges and universi-ties. The mere fact they are nonprofit makesthem no less private.

The Democrat Freeholders should starttelling people the truth about what theyintend to do. There’s no better time to startthan now.

Joel WhitakerFanwood

WHS Principal Petix Gives HistoryOf Open Lunch, Forms Committee

At last week’s Board of Educationmeeting, several parents voiced their op-position to the high school’s open lunchpolicy both through written petition andorally. The policy has been in effect forseniors since 1988 and for juniors since1991. I feel that it is important for thecommunity to understand that history ofopen lunch, its effect on the high schooland the degree of success of its implemen-tation.

In 1988 the Westfield High SchoolPTO asked me to form a committee toinvestigate the feasibility of an open lunchprogram for seniors. This advisory com-mittee, consisting of parents with diver-gent opinions on the issue, investigatedthe experiences of other high schools withopen lunch policies, discussed the con-cerns for student safety and the potentialabuse of the privilege including sexualactivity and drug and alcohol use, andestablish guidelines for the successfulimplementation of the program.

After weighing all the evidence, thecommittee responded “Yes” to the ques-tion “Do the benefits of an open lunchpolicy for individuals and for the schoolcommunity outweigh the disadvantagesof an open lunch policy?” The committeestated further:

“Open lunch does offer the opportunityfor an expansion of responsibilities for thestudent. According to Dr. Lee Salk, ‘Oneof the major tasks of childhood is to find thestructure and meaning of life, which onelearns to a large extent by finding out aboutrules, regulations, and how things happen.’The positive aspects of open lunch are thatfreedom is being given to the students,along with trust and respect which areimplicit in the granting of such freedom.Studies indicate the teachers’ expectationsof students in a classroom have a definiteeffect on their performance. Could not thesame be said in this case? If students areaccorded trust, respect and freedom, is itnot possible that far more would benefitfrom the privilege than the few who willundoubtedly violate them?”

The committee resport was prophetic.By extending trust to upper classman, allthe other classes look foreward to earningthe privilege accorded by this policy. Thissmall manifestation of trust has trans-formed the school for students from a“prison” to an institution in which youngpeople are respected, and in turn, demon-strate respect.

PRESS’s concerns are, nevertheless,real and will not be dismissed. Some ninthand tenth graders do indeed leave thecampus without permission. This is not,however, a new phenomenon at any highschool with or without an open lunchpolicy. As assistant principal of WestfieldHigh School in 1975, my administrativecolleagues and I spent a good portion ofeach day chasing after students who leftthe campus without permission.

The use of classrooms at the Armory,coupled with the extraordinary number ofentrances to the high school, makes itimpossible to monitor all the doorwayswithout hiring at least a dozen additionalparaprofessionals. Moreover, such a“foolproof solution” would completelychange the atmosphere of the high schooland would create unnecessary tensionthat would adversely affect relationshipsand, ultimately, the learning environment.Overly restrictive rules create an environ-ment of distrust; fair rules and policies andthe extension of trust foster mutual re-spect.

We can, however, improve our vigi-lance with some additional help and arenewed commitment by parents, as wellas students and staff. With a total commit-ment from all constituencies, the highschool will continue to implement theregulations and procedures to deter stu-dents from taking advantage of this privi-lege. Underclassmen will continue to begiven additional penalties, including sus-pension of the privilege, and parents willbe contacted immediately.

In 1988, the PTO Committee carefullyconsidered the temptations of alcohol anddrugs and the potential for sexual activityin unsupervised homes but still believedthat the advantages of the program forstudents outweighed its potential disad-vantages. They were right.

The Columbine tragedy of three yearsago heightened the public’s awareness ofour children’s vulnerability. The tragicevents of 9/11/01 further galvanized par-ents’ fears, prompting then to take action.The most significant role parents can platis to set standards of behavioral expecta-tion for their children: parents of ninthand tenth graders should tell their chil-dren that they should not leave the highschool campus anytime without permis-sion. Period.

The review of current policies to ensurestudent safety is valuable and worthwhile.The safety issues related to open lunch, i.e.driving and parking, are different from theissue of general access to the building bythe public and should be considered sepa-rately. Providing the best learning environ-ment for adolescents means extending trust,encouraging students to make responsiblechoices and holding them accountable fortheir actions.

For more than a decade, seniors andjuniors have demonstrated their ability toabide by the regulations of the open lunchpolicy. Both the senior and junior classesshould continue to be afforded the privi-lege in the future.

I have formed a committee of parents,teachers and high school administratorsto review our current open lunch policyand procedures. We will make recommen-dations for improvement to the Board ofEducation in June.

Robert G. PetixPrincipal

Westfield High School

Answers to last week’s arcane words.1. Impetration – To obtain by request or

entreaty2. Spadassin – A swordsman3. Hebdomidally – In weekly periods4. Stirious – Resembling icicles

TAUROMACHIAN1. A toreador; bullfighter2. Marked by steadiness or consistency3. A person born in late March or early

April4. A stubborn, hardheaded person

HOMUNCULUS1. Very similar; in concord2. An ogre; monster3. A dwarf or pigmy4. Creamy; smooth

IMPOSTATION1. Making or forming fences2. The act of making into paste3. A lie; prevarication4. An undue burden or unfair demand

HOLOSIDERITE1. A meteorite containing nothing but

iron2. Pure apple juice; cider3. Consisting of an entire constellation4. Giving one’s complete attention

Below are four arcane words, each withfour definitions – only one is correct. Theothers are made up. Are you sharp enoughto discern this deception of diction?

If you can guess one correctly – goodguess. If you get two – well-read indi-vidual. If you get three – word expert. Ifyou get all four – You must have a lot of freetime!

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Letters to the Editor

Volunteer Says ThankYou For Tax Assistance

On behalf of the American Associa-tion of Retired Persons (AARP), theInternal Revenue Service and the NewJersey Division of Taxation, I would liketo thank the directors and staffs of thefollowing organizations for use of theirfacilities to allow our volunteers to givefree assistance in preparing income taxforms for senior citizens and low incomefamilies: Scotch Plains Library,Westfield Community Center, St.Helen’s Roman Catholic Church ParishCenter, and Scotch Plains and WestfieldSenior Housing Buildings. Also, TVChannels 34, 35 and 36. Newspapers;Courier News, Suburban News, TheTimes, The Leader, Record Press; fortheir cooperation, we prepared over 1300tax returns and assisted over 900 seniorcitizens and low income persons.

Ed EvansVolunteer

And Local CoordinatorSenior Tax Program

Times Reader Says ‘Stay Out OfMy Wallet And My Home’

Once again I am compelled to voice mydissatisfaction with my local officials. Likethe Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Edu-cation (BOE), the Scotch Plains TownCouncil is exhibiting all the characteristicsof “life in a vacuum.” Unlike the BOE, theCouncil has two issues, the budget and theright to enter my home.

Allow me to help the budgetary process.Over 50 per cent of my neighbors did notreceive raises last year. The consumer priceindex rose 2.5 percent for our area. I don’thave a good number (for how many) ofyour constituents that were laid off, butclearly there were layoffs. Do you reallyneed to be raising our taxes? You areelected to make the tough decisions, not to

exercise your ability to raise my taxes whenyou have a shortfall.

Regarding your ability to enter my hometo “curb underage drinking”, I cannot shakethe images of the 1940’s and a “policestate”, and I have tried. Is the problem in ourcommunity that bad? I don’t believe youcould possibly budget for the liability youwould have with the implementation of thisordinance - let alone (that you) think youhave such a right. I have kids. That’s myjob.

With all due respect, stay out of mywallet and out of my house.

Michael S. WeberScotch Plains

Leader’s Headline On WestfieldHigh’s “Open Lunch” Is Not AccurateYour article this week on the parents

protest of the Westfield High School openlunch policy, which included the headline“R30;.Drug Use, Sexual Activity, Drink-ing Take Place”, greatly disturbed us.

As the parents of two Westfield teenag-ers, including a current senior at the highschool, we take offense to this highlyinflammatory headline. Specifically wetake issue with both The Leader and the“PRESS” group for the use of hearsay toimplicate our students as partaking ofillegal activities during open lunch at thehigh school.

As we have become familiar with manyof our town’s teenagers as the friends ofour children and through many activitiesat the high school, we can attest that thelarge majority are outstanding young menand women. We are not naïve enough tothink that no improper activities take placeduring open lunch, but it is our belief thata very small minority of the students isinvolved. If there is some police report orstudy that indicates a significant problem,we would be very interested in reviewingthat information.

As for security, neither we nor ourdaughter have ever felt that was an issueat the high school. We respect the opinionsof other parents who might have a con-cern, but we believe their concern is un-

warranted. We support any of the effortsof the high school’s administration tobuild trust with the students by offeringthem privileges that they show they canhandle.

The open lunch policy is a program thatdoes just that. Soon enough these stu-dents will be at college where we hopethey will have developed the maturity tomake good choices given the many reallife situations that they will encounter ontheir own.

We hope that in the future The Leaderwill show more journalistic restraint andnot make a practice of printing inaccurateheadlines. The opinions of ill informedgroups using unsubstantiated innuendoesagainst young citizens of our great townhave no place on the front page of TheLeader.

Tom and Mary McClellanWestfield

cc:Dr. Robert Petix

Dr. William FoleyArlene Gardner

Times Reader Says ‘Embrace OurResponsibility To Each Other

As reported last week, the National Dayof Prayer on May 2 is seen as a chance toexpress unity following the atrocities ofSeptember 11. As an atheist/humanist, Iseek a way to join with the efforts of allpeople of conscience.

I am concerned, however, especially inthe light of 9/11, about those who usereligious texts to claim infallible knowl-edge and then promote destruction anddeath. Any action from any source mustfirst be checked against its human conse-quences. To protect ourselves, we mustembrace our responsibility to each other.

With this in mind, I propose the follow-ing nonsectarian statement for May 2 in theform of a pledge we might all take.

Good people everywhere: Our destinyis in our own hands. We can each of us bea source of goodness in the world, but letus recognize the harm we can do to eachother and have done to each other when we

stray from humane principles. Our actionscan end terrorism if we refuse to obey thetyrannies of mind and leadership that seekpower over us. We each possess within usgreat moral power. We will strongly sup-port each other to resist the temptations ofhatred, anger and bigotry; which we are allsubject to at times.

Humankind is literally a single family,tied by bonds of common blood and com-mon needs. We must recognize whichactions tear us apart and which bring ustogether. We are accountable to each other.

We seek freedom, fairness, justice, peaceand progress for ourselves and, more im-portantly, to assure a better world for ourchildren.

To these ends we pledge our best effortstoday and every day.

Barry KlasselScotch Plains

The Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad IsTops In The State; But They Need Help

The week of May 20th is EMS week. At thestate awards dinner in Mount Laurel on May 20,the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad will beawarded Volunteer Squad of The Year. Thereare over 400 all-volunteer squads in the state.No small wonder that the Westfield Squad won,in our opinion. The Westfield Squad, now in its51st year, averages 2,200 calls a year. Theymake life-saving transports from Westfield toseveral area hospitals including Overlook,Muhlenberg, Rahway, Union, St. Barnabas,University, JFK, Morristown and Trinitas. Theylogged about 25,000 volunteer hours. Theyhave a highly skilled staff, superbly dedicated- and not a single person gets paid.

But, we’re a little concerned. Contributions tokeep them in operation are way off target thisyear. Society may be a little tapped out after

Sept. 11. The rescue squad is an essential ser-vice to our society, and we urge all of you tocorrect this situation. Put the rescue squad onthe top of your list. Send your contributions toThe Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O.Box 356, Westfield, NJ 07091. If you’re mak-ing your will, consider including the squad.

Remember the volunteer squads in Fanwoodand Scotch Plains too. When Mountainsidehad their rescue squad volunteer problems,they went to a commercial paid service. Thepaid ambulance service cost in Mountainsidefor an emergency transport is $325 plus $45per mile, beyond 5 miles. As a comparison:Although Westfield doesn’t charge, the per-trip average cost last year was $113, but youdidn’t get billed – because your neighborscare and volunteer.

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By DEBORAH MADISON andLAUREN S. PASS

Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

AREA – Many road constructionprojects are slated to begin this yearthroughout Union County.

The county will repair 11 miles ofroadway, 19 intersections and 22bridges and culverts. Resurfacing willtake place on 11.6 miles of countyroadway in nine municipalities in 2002.

“Union County is making its roadsand bridges safer, and the way weaccomplish this is by regular repairsand maintenance,” said FreeholderAngel Estrada of Elizabeth. “We con-sider these improvements to be one ofthe most important duties of countygovernment.”

In all, the county has scheduledmore than $25 million worth of trans-portation improvements for the com-ing spring, summer and fall months.Most of the dollars, $21.1 million,comes from federal and state grants.

A 4.1-mile section of SpringfieldAvenue, between Berkeley Heightsand New Providence, will be the larg-est resurfacing project this year. A 1.3-mile section of Mountain Avenue inSpringfield and a one-mile section ofSouth Avenue between Westfield andGarwood will be resurfaced, as will aone-mile section of Shunpike Road inSpringfield. Most of these projectswill occur from June to October.

When roads are repaved, drainageproblems are remedied and curb cutsand ramps are installed at intersec-tions.

Union County has more than 171miles of roadway, parts of which ex-tend into every municipality.

“Since 1999, Union County haspaved more than 40 miles of roads andrepaired bridges and infrastructure thathad been neglected for decades,” saidFreeholder Nicholas P. Scutari.

In addition, the county will replace

poles and lights, replace the control-lers and add battery packs to the sig-nals to ensure that lights continue tofunction if power is interrupted.

The new signals use red, amber andgreen LEDs, rather than incandes-cent bulbs, for illumination. With thischange, the new signals use only 10percent of the energy drawn by theold incandescent bulbs. In addition,the lights last longer and shinebrighter. This passes savings ontomunicipalities, which pay for utilityand maintenance costs for signals oncounty roads.

The county will continue its re-placement of the East Milton AvenueBridge in Rahway and the SnyderAvenue Bridge in Berkeley Heights.It also hopes to begin work on theVauxhall Road Bridge in Union, a $4million project, pending easementsbeing obtained by the Township ofMillburn.

The aging bridge spans the EastBranch of the Rahway River and islocated in both Union and EssexCounties. In addition, the Valley RoadBridge in Clark and the Union Av-enue Bridge in Scotch Plains arescheduled for replacement beginningthis year.

“Due to age or increased use orenvironmental factors, these bridgeshave received low structural ratingsby safety engineers, so these repairsare an absolute priority for us,” saidFreeholder Rick Proctor.

In New Providence, the Park andRide parking lot on Springfield Av-enue, used by commuters on theGladstone Rail Line, will be paved.By paving the unimproved lot, thecounty will create 114 parking spacesand three spaces for handicappeddrivers. The county will also createa drainage system, alleviating anongoing storm water problem there,and build new sidewalks and install

new lighting.“Many of these projects will begin

in the spring, with the majority of thepaving projects beginning in June,after schools let out,” said FreeholderChairman Lewis Mingo, Jr.

“While some of these projects areseen as an inconvenience for drivers,they are absolutely necessary for thesafety of everyone on the road,” headded.

Upcoming road resurfacing projectsinclude: a .6 mile segment of WestfieldAvenue in Clark will be resurfaced; a4.1-mile segment of Springfield Av-enue will be resurfaced between Ber-keley Heights and New Providence; inLinden, crews will resurface eight-tenths of a mile of Roselle Street;three-tenths of a mile of Main Street inRahway will be resurfaced; three roadswill be resurfaced in Springfield: 1.3miles on Mountain Avenue, .6 mileson Hillside Avenue, and a 1 mile seg-ment of Shunpike Road; a quarter-mile segment of Constantine Place inSummit will be resurfaced, and be-tween Westfield and Garwood, a 1.1-mile section of South Avenue will beresurfaced.

Intersection improvements will bemade at the following locations: Theintersection of Central Avenue andRaritan Road in Clark, and the inter-sections of South Avenue with Union,Walnut and Centennial Avenues andHigh Street in Cranford.

Work is currently in progress atthe intersection of Springfield Av-enue and Boulevard, and at the in-tersections of Boulevard withCoolidge, Columbia, Market and21st Streets, all in Kenilworth;Roselle and Elizabeth Avenues inLinden, and South Springfield and

Hillside Avenues in Springfield.Work will continue on intersec-

tions at Park and Martine Avenues inScotch Plains and Fanwood, and atSouth Avenue and Bonnie BurnRoad, Summit Road and DeForestAvenue, Broad Street and Ashworth,and Maple and Morris Avenues atAshwood Avenue, all in Summit.

The Springfield Avenue Bridge,which spans the Rahway River, willbe replaced in Cranford, as well as theLiberty Avenue Bridge in Hillsideand Union, and the intersection withSalem Avenue will be replaced.

The Cooper Road Bridge and theUnion Avenue Bridge in ScotchPlains will be replaced.

Work will begin soon on theVauxhall Road Bridge in Union. Thebridge will be replaced and the waterchannel reconstructed.

Also slated for repairs in ScotchPlains, the section of Raritan Roadbetween Jason Court and the formerlocation of the Scotch Plains Zoo,which will go out for bid on Tuesday,May 7, and the second half of GlensideAvenue, which will be funded by astate grant, according to TownshipAdministrator Thomas Atkins.

Scotch Plains will begin the resur-facing of West Broad Street, pendingstate approval. Mr. Atkins said it ishoped the project will go out to bid bythe end of the month and that work willbe completed by the end of the year.

The Scotch Plains Township Coun-cil also has $200,000 in its budgetslated for the resurfacing of variousroads, which have not yet been de-cided on.

“No decisions have been made yeton how this limited amount of moneywill be applied. We will have some

tough decisions to make as the fi-nances are tight,” Mr. Atkins said.“Without raising taxes, only some ofthese projects will fit into the exist-ing funding.”

The township will also be finishingKramer Manor Park and begin con-struction this fall on a new baseball/soccer field adjacent to the PublicWorks building on Plainfield Avenue.

The county will also be makingimprovements to two parks: the ballfield at the Union County Vocational-Technical Schools on Raritan Roadand the park on the north side ofRoute 22, adjacent to theMcDonald’s. The county and thetownship will work together on thesetwo projects, said Mr. Atkins.

In Fanwood, Director of PublicWorks Raymond Manfra reported thata list of numerous renovation andrepair needs has been compiled, butnone are approved until after themunicipal budget process is com-pleted.

He said he expects to be able toissue a list of projects, with estimatedschedule dates, after the budget isapproved in two to three weeks.

“We have no way of determiningwhich of these projects will be sentout for bid until we know how muchmoney the council approves,” Mr.Manfra said. However, he added thatthe resurfacing work in Fanwood isusually minor, as the main arteries arecounty or state roads.

“Any time major road work isplanned, that may affect commutersand traffic from other towns; a jointconstruction meeting is set up be-tween town engineers and traffic safetycoordinators,” Mr. Manfra explained.

“Utility Company representatives

also attend these joint meetings, sothat everybody knows what to expectand can inform the public,” he added.Fanwood also publishes major road-way work information on Channel35, Mr. Manfra said.

Borough Administrator JamesDebbie Jr. in Mountainside reportedthat there are no new major roadwayprojects slated for this year. Sectiontwo of Old Tote Road, fromWoodvalley Road to Birch Hill Road,will be paved in two weeks, and de-tours are expected to be set up for fourto five hours.

The county will begin repavingNew Providence Road, from Route22 to Central Avenue, in early July.

All projects, whether sponsored bythe towns, county or the state, will beannounced several weeks in advancein the newspapers, and residentswithin a certain geographic area ofthe work will be notified by mail, saidScotch Plains Zoning Official RobertLaCosta.

Each governmental entity is alsorequired to erect signs along the road-ways where major projects will takeplace, to inform commuters of im-pending work and alternate routes,he said.

“It would be helpful if residents,who are planning on going away onvacation, would park their cars intheir driveways and off the streets toassist the DPW in completing theirroadwork,” Mr. Manfra added.

Notices of road closures and de-tours will be posted along countyroads when possible, as maintenanceschedules are set, and the county’sweb site, www.ucnj.org, will carrynotices of closures in its ImportantInformation section.



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Miller-Cory to Spotlight‘May Baskets’ on Sunday

Ceremony to HonorCrossing Guards

Tomorrow MorningWESTFIELD – A Crossing Guard

Recognition Ceremony honoring theprofessional crossing guards ofWestfield will be held tomorrow,Friday, May 3, at 9 a.m.

The ceremony will be conductedby the Westfield Police Departmentand the BRAKES Group of Westfieldand will take place in the WestfieldCouncil Chambers, located at 425East Broad Street.

Refreshments will be served andthe public is invited to attend. Theevent will be held in conjunctionwith the town’s observance of Mayas National Pedestrian Safety Month.

SUMMIT – Overlook Hospital,located at 99 Beauvoir Avenue inSummit, will offer a series of freelectures on music and American His-tory this month and in June.

The events, which will take placein the Wallace Auditorium at thehospital, will be sponsored by thehospital’s Senior Contact program.All will be held from 10 to 11:30a.m.

On Tuesday, May 7, Dr. AnthonyTrancome, a Professor of history atKean University in Union, willpresent “Today’s History inAmerica.”

He will discuss how the terroristattacks of last September 11 haveaffected people’s understanding ofrecent history.

On Wednesday, May 29, musicconductor and critic Bob Butts willbe featured in “Trains, Trucks andBroken Hearts,” in which he willillustrate American country musicthrough a mix of performance andrecordings.

On Thursday, June 27, Mr. Buttswill return for “A Century Past: Musicof the Modern Era,” during which hewill look at music from the 20th

century in its myriad styles and tech-niques.

To become a Senior Contact mem-ber, please call (888) 607-3646.Members may pre-register for any ofthe events by calling Atlantic HealthSystem at (800) 247-9580. Free park-ing and light refreshments are in-cluded.

WESTFIELD – “May Baskets”will be presented by PatriciaD’Angelo of Westfield at the Miller-Cory House Museum this Sunday,May 5, between 2 and 5 p.m.

Children visiting the museum willhave an opportunity to design theirown May Baskets. The museum islocated at 614 Mountain Avenue inWestfield.

In addition, Sherry Lange ofCranford and Arlene Kendall ofPlainfield will prepare seasonal foodsover the open hearth in the FrazeeBuilding, using authentic cookingtechniques, utensils and recipes. Tastetreats prepared by the cooks will beavailable for visitors to sample.

Docents dressed in 18th-centurycostumes will conduct tours of thehistoric farmhouse. The last tour willbegin at 4 p.m. The museum’s giftshop offers a variety of reproduc-tions, educational materials andrecipe books.

Admission to the museum is $2 foradults, 50 cents for students and freefor children under age 6.

The museum will be closed onSunday, May 12, for Mother’s Day.On Sunday, May 19, Kathy Dowlingof Clark will entertain visitors withearly American folk music played onthe flute. For more information,please call the museum office at (908)232-1776.

Walshes WelcomePatrick Ronald

Kerry Lucke Walsh and MartinWalsh, Jr. of Cranford have an-nounced the birth of their son, PatrickRonald Walsh, on Saturday, March9, at 11:20 p.m. at Overlook Hospitalin Summit.

Patrick weighed 6 pounds and 15ounces and measured 20¼ inches inlength at birth.

He joins his brother, Brendan, age2.

The mother, a 1985 graduate ofWestfield High School, is a fifth-grade teacher at Franklin Elemen-tary School in Westfield.

Patrick’s maternal grandmother isMrs. Ronald Lucke of Cranford, for-merly of Westfield.

Mr. and Mrs. Martin Walsh of PortWashington, N.Y. are his paternalgrandparents.

Miss Susan PetrinoEngaged to Brian Butler

Miss Susan Petrino and Brian Butler

Dr. and Mrs. William Petrino ofWestfield have announced the en-gagement of their daughter, MissSusan Petrino of Vienna, Va., to BrianButler of Clifton, Va. He is the son ofMr. and Mrs. William Butler, also ofClifton.

The bride-elect, a 1997 graduateof Westfield High School, receivedher Bachelor of Arts Degree, magnacum laude, from the College of Wil-liam and Mary in Williamsburg, Va.,in 2001. She is currently a Spanishteacher at Fairfax High School inFairfax, Va.

Her fiancé graduated fromCenterville High School inCenterville, Va., and earned his Bach-elor of Business Administration De-gree, magna cum laude, in 2001 fromthe College of William and Mary.

He is employed as an administra-tor with the government sales de-partment of Hertz Corporation inAlexandria, Va.

The wedding is planned for Aprilof 2003 in Westfield.

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The featured program will be “Nu-trient Deficiencies in African Vio-lets.” All are welcome to attend.

Children’s Book SaleScheduled For May 4MOUNTAINSIDE – The Friends

of the Mountainside Public Librarywill sponsor a Children’s Book Saleat the library on Saturday, May 4,from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Donations for the sale may bedropped off at the library betweenTuesday, April 30, and Friday, May3, during regular library hours.

Books for children and youngadults, videos, compact discs, audiotapes, games and small toys in goodcondition for resale are welcome.Magazines, textbooks and encyclo-pedias will not be accepted.

All proceeds from the sale will goto the Mountainside Library Friends,a support group that provides pro-grams, materials and furnishings forthe library. The library is located atConstitution Plaza, just off BirchHill at New Providence Road inMountainside.

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WNC to Present DiscussionOn Memory Loss TomorrowWESTFIELD – The Westfield

Neighborhood Council (WNC) willpresent a community education pro-gram entitled “Keeping Minds Sharp:Understanding Memory Loss.”

The program will be held tomor-row, Friday, May 3, at 10 a.m. atWNC, located at 127 Cacciola Placein Westfield. All are invited to attendand refreshments will be served.

Conducted by the Alzheimer’sAssociation, Greater New JerseyChapter, the program will be pre-sented by Raquel P. DeVilla.

Ms. DeVilla will discuss what isconsidered to be “normal” age-re-lated memory changes versus pro-gressive memory loss due to a dis-ease process.

The “Ten Warning Signs ofAlzheimer’s Disease” will be ex-plained, plus the importance of thediagnostic process as a means todetermine potential causes ofmemory loss, including changesthat, with treatment, can be re-

versed.Participants will also be given some

practical examples of the importanceof maintaining mind and bodywellness. For additional information,please call (908) 233-2772.

Cannonball HouseTo Be Open Sunday

SCOTCH PLAINS – The OsbornCannonball House, located at 1840Front Street in Scotch Plains, willbe open to visitors this Sunday,May 5, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Vince Lobosco, the owner of YeOlde Tyme Radio Shoppe inFanwood, will display a collectionof old tube type radios. He willalso have Edison and RCA Victormechanical phonographs on dis-play.

Costumed docents will give toursof the circa 1760 museum. Therewill be no admission charge.

Workshops to TeachKids to Handle BulliesSUMMIT — The Women’s Re-

source Center, located at 31 Wood-land Avenue in Summit, will present“Taking the Bully by the Horns,” aworkshop designed to empower chil-dren with the skills to handle bullieson their own.

Participants will learn how to standup for themselves, how to confrontthe bully appropriately and how tokeep themselves balanced while un-der attack by a bully. Joanne Sperawill be the facilitator.

Youngsters in grades 2 and 3 willmeet on Wednesday, May 15, from 4to 5:30 p.m. Fourth and fifth graderswill meet the following Wednesday,May 22, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The feefor each workshop is $22.

Caregivers to MeetOn Monday EveningWESTFIELD – A support group

for individuals caring for elderly orchronically ill loved ones meets onthe first non-holiday Monday of eachmonth at 8 p.m. in the Parish Centerof St. Helen’s Roman CatholicChurch on Lambert’s Mill Road inWestfield.

These are information and sharingsessions, with the next meeting sched-uled for May 6. For more informa-tion, please call Marilyn Ryan at(908) 232-1867.

Local Letter CarriersTo Collect Donations

To Benefit MDAWESTFIELD – This year marks

the 50th anniversary of the part-nership between the National As-sociation of Letter Carriers(NALC) and the Muscular Dystro-phy Association (MDA).

In June, letter carriers inWestfield will hold their annualWalk-a-thon in support of the cam-paign to find a cure for musculardystrophy.

Postal patrons are asked to sup-port their carriers’ efforts by giv-ing a pledge. Donations may begiven to carriers or mailed to NALCBranch 1492, P.O. Box 152,Westfield 07091. Contributorsshould indicate which carrier theyare pledging.

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Community Center of Central NewJersey, located at 1391 Martine Av-enue in Scotch Plains, will host acelebration of the Jewish presence infilms and behind the scenes. Theprogram will be held this Sunday,May 5, at 10:30 a.m.

Author Joel Samberg (“Reel Jew-ish”) will lead participants throughan open dialogue about the Jewishmovie experience and the audience’sspecial connection to these films.

For more information and to regis-ter, please call Susan Lemerman at(908) 889-8800, extension no. 205.

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be held this Sunday, May 5, from 8a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the First Con-gregational Church, located at 125Elmer Street.

The event will be co-sponsored bythe church and New Jersey BloodServices. All are welcome.

For general questions, please call(908) 232-6274; for medical ques-tions, please call (732) 220-7070.

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BRINGING HOPE…Volunteers Pat Webster, left, and Donna Dooley look overitems for sale at The Hope Chest, a thrift shop operated by the Center ForHope Hospice and Palliative Care Auxiliary. The store, staffed entirely byvolunteers, is celebrating its first anniversary of service to the community. Itbenefits the Center For Hope, which provides care and comfort to terminallyill individuals in Union, Middlesex and Essex Counties.

The Hope Chest CelebratesFirst Year in Westfield

WESTFIELD – The Hope Chest,a thrift shop operated by the CenterFor Hope Hospice and PalliativeCare Auxiliary, is celebrating itsfirst anniversary of service to thecommunity.

The shop is staffed entirely byvolunteers for the benefit of theCenter For Hope, which wasfounded in 1983 by the ReverendCharles Hudson and registerednurse Peggy Coloney.

The non-profit organization pro-vides care and comfort to termi-nally ill residents of Union,Middlesex and Essex Counties.

“We are so happy with the re-sponse of shoppers and friends fromWestfield and surrounding commu-nities,” said shop manager BarbaraMcCutcheon. “The shop benefitsgreatly from the high quality dona-tions we receive and the continuingcontribution of time from our staffof volunteers.

“It is also heartwarming to fre-quently hear people who visit theshop recall and tell us about theirown positive experiences with Fa-ther Hudson and the Center ForHope Hospice,” she continued.“Many customers tell us they areimpressed with the condition andquality of all the things we have forsale.”

The Hope Chest, located at 26

Prospect Street, features a selec-tion of moderately-priced clothingfor women, men and children, aswell as toys and accessories for thehome.

Store hours are Tuesday throughSaturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., andThursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.Tax-deductible donations are ac-cepted. For more information, pleasecall the shop at (908) 233-9973.

Tree Dedication SlatedIn Memory of VictimsOf Sept. 11 Tragedy

SCOTCH PLAINS – On Sunday,May 26, the Scotch Plains BaptistChurch will have a special dedica-tion of a tree planted in memory ofall the victims of the September 11terrorist attacks on the United States,and especially local victims.

Local residents Matthew D.Horning and James Walsh were bothkilled in the collapse of the WorldTrade Center, while MarkRothenberg was killed in the crashof the airliner in Pennsylvania. Allwere citizens of Scotch Plains.

The special dedication will beheld at about 12:30 p.m. in the churchcemetery, following the 11 a.m. wor-ship service. All are invited to at-tend.

The Scotch Plains Baptist Churchis located at 333 Park Avenue. Formore information, please call (908)322-5487.

Lady of Lourdes NotesWeight Loss ProgramMOUNTAINSIDE – The Our Lady

of Lourdes Roman Catholic Churchin Mountainside will present “LoseWeight the Fun Way” on Wednes-day, May 8, at 7:30 p.m. in the churchauditorium.

The Health and Wellness Ministrywill host an informational meetingto discuss dietary needs and weightmanagement. Participants will alsodiscuss and plan walking groups toaid in successful healthy lifestylechanges.

The church is located at 300 Cen-tral Avenue in Mountainside. Formore information, please call theparish nurse at (908) 232-1162.

Cantors to Perform on SundayAt Temple’s ‘Evening in Song’WESTFIELD – Temple Emanu-

El of Westfield’s 14th AnnualEvening in Song will be held thisSunday, May 5, at 7 p.m. at thetemple, located at 756 East BroadStreet in Westfield.

This year’s concert will star Can-tor Robert Abelson of Temple Israelof the City of New York; CantorJessica Levitt of Ner Tamid inBloomfield, and Cantor MarthaNovick of Temple Emanu-El. LindaRosalsky will accompany them onthe piano.

A member for many seasons of theNew York City Opera, CantorAbelson has also sung with otherprestigious operatic companies andappeared in concert with many or-chestras. He has also appeared infilm, television and the theater.

An authority on Yiddish Art Song,he has been a faculty member ofHebrew Union College – School ofSacred Music, in New York Citysince 1982.

Active in the cantorate on a re-gional and national level, CantorLevitt has performed in synagoguesin New York, New Jersey, Californiaand Jerusalem. A member of theboard of ARZA/World Union, shewill be a delegate to the World Zion-ist Congress meeting in Jerusalemthis year.

Cantor Novick has performed lead-ing roles in opera for the Metropoli-tan Opera Association, the NationalShakespeare Theatre, CBS and PBStelevision, New York City radio, theCenter for New Music in New Yorkand the Liederkranz Opera Work-shop.

She has performed in concerts andrecitals throughout the United States

and Israel and was the first femaleCantor to perform in a traditionalCantorial concert in a major concerthall in New York. Cantor Novick is afaculty member at the School of Sa-cred Music at Hebrew Union Col-lege.

Tickets may be purchased at thetemple office or at the door on theevening of the concert. Tickets are$10 for children, students and seniorcitizens and $15 for adults. For moreinformation, please call TempleEmanu-El at (908) 232-6770.

Center for Women to HoldWorkshops Starting TonightSCOTCH PLAINS – The Center

for Women and Families, located at1801 East Second Street in ScotchPlains, will hold several workshopsthis month. All will be held from7:30 to 9 p.m. at the center. The costfor each is $10.

“Journaling for Therapeutic En-joyment” will be offered tonight,Thursday, May 2, with freelancewriter Paula Neves as facilitator.

On Wednesday, May 8, “Finan-cial Planning for Divorce” will bepresented by financial plannerCarolyn Podchaski.

“Investments and Financial Plan-ning for Women” will be held onTuesday, May 14. ChristineMcGinley, a financial planner, willbe the facilitator.

On Wednesday, May 15, “Sex inthe New Millennium” will be pre-sented by Dr. Christine Masterson.

“Tackling the Case Information

Statement,” which deals with howmuch alimony a person may re-ceive,” will be the topic for Mon-day, May 20. Attorney MarianneZembryski and Linda Horvath willbe the facilitators.

Finally, “Bargain Shopping Tipsfor Tight Budgets” is planned forTuesday, May 21. Judy Turner willbe the facilitator.

For reservations or further infor-mation, please call (908) 322-6007.

Osteoporosis LectureSlated at Westfield YWESTFIELD — The Westfield

Y, located at 220 Clark Street, willhost a free lecture on osteoporosison Monday, May 13. It will beginpromptly at 7 p.m.

Larry Bock, a physical therapistat Twin Boro Physical Therapy As-sociates, will be the guest speaker.

Osteoporosis is defined as theloss of calcium from bones. It cancause the vertebrae to collapsespontaneously and bones to breakunder such minor stresses as cough-ing or sneezing.

Mr. Bock will discuss how andwhy the loss of calcium occurs,who is at risk and how individualscan prevent osteoporosis from oc-curring.

To register, please call theWestfield Y front desk at (908) 233-2700. For further information, indi-viduals may call Michael Johnsonat the Y at extension no. 251.

Career Coaching SetAt Center For Women

SCOTCH PLAINS – The Centerfor Women and Families will hold asession on Career Coaching at itsheadquarters on Wednesday, May 8,from 7:30 to 9 p.m.

“Career coaching is a process ofself-assessment, goal-setting andaction planning to help create andnavigate an ideal career path,” ac-cording to Career Coach Dr. K.Denise Bane, who will facilitate thesession.

A $10 donation is requested for theworkshop, which includes a free fol-low-up session. The Center forWomen and Families is located at1801 East Second Street in ScotchPlains.

Information and pre-registrationmay be done by calling the centeroffices at (908) 322-6007.

Newcomers Club to ConductProspective Member CoffeeWESTFIELD – The Newcomers

Club of Westfield will hold a coffeeevent for prospective members at aclub member’s home on Thursday,May 23, at 7:30 p.m.

Attendees will have an opportu-nity to meet current members andlearn about the various activitiessponsored by the club.

Among the current monthly ac-tivities offered are book groups;children’s playgroups and activities;women’s social outings and dinnersat local restaurants, and social eventsfor couples. There are also severaldifferent committees.

Founded in 1944, the NewcomersClub is open to women over age 21who are new to Westfield or whohave had a recent lifestyle change,such as a marriage, the birth or adop-tion of a child, job change or move

within the town.Anyone interested in attending the

coffee event or in obtaining moreinformation about the club may callCarrie Votta at (908) 389-9248 orRenee Cox at (908) 233-5605.

Red Cross OffersBabysitter Training

WESTFIELD – The Westfield/Mountainside Chapter of the Ameri-can Red Cross will host twoBabysitter’s Training courses foryouth ages 11 through 15. The coursewill be offered on Saturday, May18, and again on Saturday, June 15.

The course teaches young peoplethe best ways to keep children intheir care safe. Topics include gooddecision making, supervising chil-dren of different ages, keeping ev-eryone safe inside and outside, han-dling emergencies, age appropri-ate activities, performing basic in-fant care and some basic first aid.Participants are also given instruc-tion in how to handle breathingemergencies such as rescue breath-ing and choking (Heimlich Maneu-ver).

The classes will be held from 9a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Chapter House,located at 321 Elm Street inWestfield. The course includes ahandbook and a small first aid kit.Pre-registration is required andspace is limited. The Westfield/Mountainside Chapter holds thistraining course every month.

Interested individuals can visit theChapter House or call (908) 232-7090, or [email protected]

Clothing, Books, ToysTo Be Featured at SaleWESTFIELD – The Westfield Day

Care Center Friends will hold itsspring Children’s Clothing, Book andToy Sale on Thursday and Friday,May 9 and 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.and Saturday, May 11, from 9 to 11a.m. in Westminster Hall of The Pres-byterian Church in Westfield, 110Mountain Avenue.

The Day Care Center provides full-day care for up to 80 children, ages2½ through kindergarten, and part-time care for 20 youngsters. TheInfant-Toddler Center serves 32 in-fants and toddlers, ages 3 months to2½ years.

The fundraiser will benefit the twocenters. For more information, pleasecall (908) 232-6717.

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WESTFIELD – Individuals whoare over 45 and are widowed, di-vorced or never married are invitedto come to the First Baptist Church inWestfield on Sundays at 9 a.m. forcoffee, cake and conversation on is-sues related to single living.

Other activities include wintermovie nights, summer picnics andholiday get-togethers, among otherevents. Participants meet in the lowerlevel meeting room of the church,located at 170 Elm Street.

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DEBROSSY NETS 2 GOALS, SCHULTZ GETS 4 ASSISTS

Blue Devil Boy Laxers ScareGreen Wave, But Fall, 9-6

By DAVID B. CORBINSpecially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

Much has changed with theWestfield High School boys’ lacrosseteam since it suffered a humiliating12-3 loss to top-4 ranked Summit onApril 4. With plenty of determination

and moxie in the presence of a hugecrowd in Westfield on April 27, theBlue Devils, down 6-2 at the half,outplayed the previously No. 1 rankedDelbarton Green Wave in the secondhalf but came up short, 9-6.

Although it was a loss, the Blue

Devils proved a lot. Unlike in theSummit game where the Hilltopperswere swarming around the ball con-stantly, nearly unchallenged, likeangry killer bees, the Blue Devilschallenged the Green Wave for ballpossession, especially in the thirdquarter where they outscored theWave, 3-1. The youthful Westfielddefensemen, who appeared porousagainst Summit, were very stubbornagainst Delbarton.

“We have been practicing a lotgetting six guys to the ball when theball is on the ground,” said Blue DevilHead Coach Gerry Benaquista. “Wewant to swarm everything and wealso want to attack out. We don’t wantto sit back and let them come to us. Wewant to go out and dictate what theteam is going to do.”

Senior Mike Debrossy netted twogoals for the Blue Devils and juniorBilly Schultz scored one goal andabetted with four assists. TimMansfield fired in a goal and addedan assist while Chris MacDonald andGreg Elliott each had a goal. MattCohen netted three goals for the GreenWave, Matt McBride and ReadeSeligmann each scored two and ChipCambell and Fred Kron added one

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Blue Devil Softballers MuzzleDelaware Valley Terriers, 6-5

By STEVEN KRAKAUERSpecially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

The Westfield High School soft-ball team defeated the DelawareValley Terriers, 6-5, in Westfieldon April 27. Westfield took thevictory after a five-run fifth in-ning by the Terriers.

Maria Patulio pitched bril-liantly for Delaware Valley, whilesenior Caitlin MacDonaldpitched well for Westfield. Al-though MacDonald committedfive earned runs, she allowedonly five hits.

In the Westfield half of thefirst inning, MacDonald led offwith a triple and later scored onsenior Rachel Wagner’s single.MacDonald finished the game3-for-4 with two triples, threeRBI and one run scored.

MacDonald was equally le-thal from the mound, especiallyin the first four innings. She struckout five Terriers in the first threeinnings, and allowed just twohits in the first four innings.

The first Delaware Valley hitcame in the third inning, by AmyWasserbach. The next batter,Patulio, tripled to right field, buta great throw combination fromWagner-to-Jessica Guerrerio-to-catcher Tara Dowling nailedWasserbach at the plate. No run scored

that inning.The Terriers did, however, bite hard

in the fifth inning. MacDonald walked

the first three batters, loading thebases. Patulio lofted an RBI sac-fly,before cleanup hitter Meghan Zagaripulled out the lumber for a two-run

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Raider Softballers HawkedBy Kearny Kardinals, 7-1By FRED LECOMTE

Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

The Scotch Plains-Fanwood HighSchool softball team, featuring justone starting senior, has been gaininga lot of experience and has been im-proving, regardless of its record. Theyouthful Raiders possess a great out-look and a great attitude as they con-tinue to focus on improvement withevery game.

“Errors and lack of hitting, is basi-cally what we need to improve on,”

said Raider Head Coach Frank Butz.“There’s not much else to say. Thekids are trying and working hard. Wejust got caught with very little expe-rience this year, and the kids who arefilling in are doing a very nice job,but they’re young.”

On April 24, Kearny pitcher DanaWarnock stopped the hosting 1-9Raiders on a four-hitter and LaurenRomor hit a two-run homer to lead the10-3 Kardinals to a 7-1 victory.

Sophomore pitcher, Laura Manzi

left the game in the sixth inning aftersuffering a foot injury. Junior CaitlinMcNelis, who normally mans thirdbase, relieved and pitched excellentball in the sixth and seventh innings,allowing just two singles.

“I just went in there and threw a lotof drops and the drops were feelinggood today,” said McNelis.

Defensively, junior Kelly Lusk wasa vacuum at shortstop and was in-volved in numerous putouts. “This

triple. Courtney Gregory later addedan RBI triple to give the Terriers a 5-3 lead.

Westfield battled back inthe sixth inning, however,putting runners on secondand third base with no outs.With heads up base running,junior Lisa Venezia reachedfirst base on her dropped thirdstrike, allowing sophomoreLauren Gelmetti to score fromthird. Venezia stole secondbase and later scored.MacDonald singled in ErinCorbett – her second run ofthe game – with the tyingrun.

The Blue Devils took thelead when senior NicoleDiFabio singled a blooperover the first baseman’s head.Although Patulio tallied hereighth strikeout in the sixthinning, the damage had beendone and Westfield took thelead.

Delaware Valley’s finalshot to win the game was inthe seventh inning. Thanksto the seventh strikeout byMacDonald as well as a stel-

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Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The TimesRaider pitcher Laura Manzi

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The TimesBlue Devil pitcher Caitlin MacDonald

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U9 8/1/93-7/31/94 3rd Wednesday May 8 Friday May 17 Wed May 22U10 8/1/92-7/31/93 4th Thursday May 9 Tuesday May 14 Wed May 29U11 8/1/91-7/31/92 5th Monday May 13 Tuesday May 21 Thur May 30U12 8/1/90-7/31/91 6th Friday May 10 SAT. June 1 @ 3 pm Wed June 5U13 8/1/89-7/31/90 7th Friday May 31 Mon June 3 Mon June10U14 8/1/88-7/31/89 8th Thursday May 16 Monday May 20 Thur June 6

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AGE REQUIREMENTSPlayers may try out for EITHER (but not both) the Age Group they fall into based on:(1) Date of Birth (age appropriate) OR(2) School grade they are entering in Fall 2001 (grade appropriate)If you choose grade appropriate, you must still be born after the 1st Date of Birth listed forthat Division. For example, if player is born on 8/15/93 and entering 4th grade, he or she maytry out for U9 (age appropriate) or U10 (grade appropriate) Division.

FREQUENCY OF TRYOUTSTryouts are conducted once per year with team assignments for play during the following Falland Spring seasons. Players selected for teams are expected to play both seasons.

TRYOUT APPARELNo part of a WSA travel uniform may be worn to a tryout. Players wearing such will not beallowed to tryout. Shin guards must be worn and cleats are highly recommended.

EXCUSED ABSENCESPlayers are strongly encouraged to attend both tryouts. If a player is unable to attend ascheduled tryout, he or she must contact [email protected] prior to the tryout.

RAINOUTSAny information about cancellations, alternate field locations or time changes will be postedon our weather website:http://community.nj.com/soccer/wsa

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DECEMBER 31, 2002Revenue and Appropriation Summaries

SUMMARY OF REVENUES ANTICIPATED2002 2001

1. Surplus $775,000.00 $725,000.002. Total Miscellaneous Revenues $1,642,951.38 $1,772,355.583. Receipts from Delinquent Taxes $150,000.00 $150,000.004. Local Tax for Municipal Purposes $3,595,820.92 $3,444,817.94

Total General Revenues $6,163,772.30 $6,092,173.52

FINALSUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS 2002 BUDGET 2001 BUDGET

1. Operating Expenses: Salaries & Wages $2,719,594.00 $2,654,714.00Other Expenses $2,350,898.60 $2,324,386.18

2. Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations $125,099.62 $166,620.843. Capital Improvements $39,467.50 $49,600.004. Debt Service $558,712.58 $536,852.505. Reserve for Uncollected Taxes $370,000.00 $360,000.00

Total General Appropriations $6,163,772.30 $6,092,173.52Total Number of Employees 82 82

BALANCE OF OUTSTANDING DEBTGENERAL

Interest $515,912.00Principal $2,499,000.00Outstanding Balance $3,014,912.00

Notice is hereby given that the budget and tax resolution was approved by the Borough Councilof the Borough of Fanwood, County of Union on April 17, 2002.

A hearing on the budget and tax resolution will be held at the Municipal Building on May 20, 2002at 7:30 o’clock (PM) at which time and place objections to the Budget and Tax Resolution for theyear 2002 may be presented by taxpayers or other interested persons.

Copies of the budget are available in the office of Eleanor McGovern, Borough Clerk, at theMunicipal Building, 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, 07023, (908) 322-8236, duringthe hours of 8:00 (A.M.) to 4:00 (P.M.).1 T - 5/2/02, The Times Fee: $130.05

PUBLIC NOTICESHERIFF’S SALE

SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY,CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY,DOCKET NO. F-16224-00

FIRST TRUST OF CALIFORNIA NA-TIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEEUNDER THE POOLING AND SERVICINGAGREEMENT DATED AS OF MARCH 1,1993, PLAINTIFF vs. HENRY KATRUSAND MARINALVA KATRUS, HUSBANDAND WIFE, ET. ALS., DEFENDANT.

CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION,DATED DECEMBER 7, 2001 FOR SALE OFMORTGAGED PREMISES.

By virtue of the above-stated writ ofexecution to me directed I shall expose forsale by public vendue, at the Union CountyAdministration Building, 1st Floor, 10Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer-sey on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OFMAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in theafternoon of said day. All successfulbidders must have 20% of their bid avail-able in cash or certified check at theconclusion of the sales.

The judgment amount is TWO-HUNDREDNINE THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED FIFTYSIX & 71/100 ($209,556.71).

REAL ESTATE TAX DISCLOSUREIf designated below, there are liens in

the estimated sum as specified below.Plaintiff advises that the municipal taxoffice should be contacted to obtain anyadditional tax amounts that may be due.

1. Taxes: $1,843.49 - first quarter, year2002

CONCISE DESCRIPTION1. The property to be sold is commonly

known as: 1053-1055 Cross Avenue,Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208.

2. Tax Block No.: 11, Lot No.: 220.A3. Dimensions of Lot: 122.50 x 48.004. Nearest cross street: Virginia Street.There is due approximately the sum of

TWO-HUNDRED THIRTY THREE THOU-SAND FOUR-HUNDRED NINTY TWO & 30/100 ($233,492.30) together with lawfulinterest and costs.

There is a full legal description on file inthe Union County Sheriff’s Office.

The Sheriff reserves the right to adjournthis sale.

RALPH FROEHLICHSHERIFF

HUBSCHMAN & ROMANATTORNEYS AT LAW318 Bergen BoulevardPalisades Park, New Jersey 07650CH-756540 - (WL)4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09& 05/16/02 Fee: $206.04



DELTA FUNDING CORPORATION,PLAINTIFF vs. THERESA ZAMBUJO, ETAL., DEFENDANT.

CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION,DATED MARCH 20, 2001 FOR SALE OFMORTGAGED PREMISES.


The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDREDTHIRTY FOUR THOUSAND EIGHT-HUN-DRED EIGHTY TWO & 17/100($134,882.17).

MUNICIPALITY: ElizabethCOUNTY: UNION, STATE OF NEW JER-

SEYSTREET & STREET NO. 229 Clark PlaceTAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 1, LOT:

31DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100 feet x 25 feetNEAREST CROSS STREET: 350 feet

from Second StreetSUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONEThere is due approximately the sum of

ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY THREE THOUSANDFIVE-HUNDRED FIFTY EIGHT & 58/100($153,558.58) together with lawful inter-est and costs.




WILLIAM M.E. POWERS JR.CHARTERED737 Stokes RoadPO Box 1088Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962CH-755919 - (WL)4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09& 05/16/02 Fee: $183.60



BANKERS TRUST COMPANY OF CALI-FORNIA, N.A. AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALFOF PACIFIC AMERICA HOME EQUITY LOANTRUST SERIES 1998-1, PLAINTIFF vs.JOSEPH MERCY, ET AL., DEFENDANT.

CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION,DATED DECEMBER 07, 2001 FOR SALEOF MORTGAGED PREMISES.

By virtue of the above-stated writ ofexecution to me directed I shall expose forsale by public vendue, at the Union CountyAdministration Building, 1st Floor, 10Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer-sey on WEDNESDAY THE 29TH DAY OFMAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in theafternoon of said day. All successfulbidders must have 20% of their bid avail-able in cash or certified check at theconclusion of the sales.

The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDREDFORTY THREE THOUSAND ONE-HUN-DRED SEVENTY SEVEN & 31/100($143,177.31).

The property to be sold is located in theCity of Elizabeth, County of Union, State ofNew Jersey.

Commonly known as: 507 RiversideDrive, Elizabeth, New Jersey

Tax Lot No. 1313, Block No. 11Dimensions of Lot: BEGINNING at a point

in the easterly line of Riverside Drivedistant northerly along the same 57 feetfrom the corner formed by the intersectionof the said easterly line of Riverside Driveand the northerly line of Parker Road andrunning thence; 1) north 68 degrees 40minutes east, 98.48 feet; thence 2) north21 degrees 20 minutes west, 29.54 feet;thence 3) north 68 degrees 40 minuteseast, 31.52 feet; thence 4) North 21 de-grees 20 minutes west, 27.46 feet; thence5) south 68 degrees 40 minutes west, 130feet to the easterly line of Riverside Driveand thence; 6) along the easterly line ofRiverside Drive, south 21 degrees 20minutes east, 57 feet to the point or placeof beginning.

Subject to: Tax Sale Certificate No. 00-6151, Amount: $4,260

Nearest Cross Street: Parker RoadThere is due approximately the sum of

ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE THOUSANDTHREE-HUNDRED THIRTY FIVE & 72/100($181,335.72) together with lawful inter-est and costs.




GEORGE CRETELLA, ESQ.Suite C20 Cambridge DriveAberdeen, New Jersey 07747CH-756559 - (WL)4 T - 5/2, 5/9, 5/16& 5/23/02 Fee: $238.68

PUBLIC NOTICEUNION COUNTY BOARD

OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERSNOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDDate Adopted: April 25, 2002

Public Notice is hereby given that theUnion County Board of Chosen Freehold-ers has awarded a contract without com-petitive bidding as a professional serviceor extraordinary, unspecifiable servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). Thiscontract and the resolution authorizing itis available for public inspection in theOffice of the Clerk of the Board.

RESOLUTION NO. 491-2002(Amending Resolution 238-99)

AWARDED TO: Edward Kologi, Esq.,923 North Wood Avenue, Linden, NewJersey

SERVICES: Representing the Correc-tions Officer Arthur Gagen, KevinMcClave, and Nurse Marianne Motyczksin the matter entitled Novis Chambers v.Union County.

AMOUNT: In an additional amount not toexceed $5,000 for a new total contract of$10,000

M. Elizabeth GenievichClerk of the Board

1 T – 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $24.9924

JOSH WEXLER SCORES LONE RAIDER RUN IN 4TH

Piscataway Chiefs ‘No-Hit’Raider Baseballers, Win 11-1


Playing a non-conference gameagainst a tough Piscataway HighSchool team and without the servicesof senior Tri-Captains DaveBaumwoll and Andrew Pavoni,Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Schoolbaseball Head Coach Brian Hommdecided to give some of his youngerpitchers some experience. What wasexperienced was an 11-1, five-inning,no-hit shutout at the hands of theChiefs in Scotch Plains on April 26.

The Chiefs put the young Raidersin a hole quickly with seven runs inthe top of the first inning. Raiderstarter, Steve Horn may have thoughtthat things were going to be finewhen Chief leadoff batter Eric Youngtapped a grounder to short. Unfortu-nately, the throw to first was bad andYoung glided to second. Young ad-vanced to third on a passed ball, thenscored on a sacrifice fly to right.

Instead of having the first two bat-ters out, one run was in and there wasonly one out. From that point, Hornproceeded to yield the first of 13Raider free passes. Five singles, in-cluding three straight, and three walkslater, the Chiefs had the Raiders in a7-0 hole.

“Horn looked pretty good the lastcouple of times he came in relief, soI figured I would give him a shot,”explained Coach Homm. “But theyscored seven quick runs so I wentwith Baker and D’Annunzio. You can’t

win ball games when you walk 13guys. It was a little disappointingpitching today. Even though some ofthe younger kids came in to pitch,they have to throw strikes.”

The closest the Raiders came togetting a base hit was in the bottom ofthe inning when Josh Wexler punched

a slow dribbler toward second andseemingly beat out the throw, but notaccording to the base umpire.

Sophomore Kyle Baker, who re-

lieved Horn late in the first inning,calmed the Chiefs’ tomahawks untilhe granted three-straight walks in thethird. Freshman Chris D’Annunziorelieved and walked in one run beforequieting the Chiefs.

The Raiders’ only run crossed inthe fourth as a result of a walk, a

fielder’s choice, two errors and apassed ball. After Jeff Hensal drew awalk, Wexler’s grounder to short wasmuffed. Marcus Dockery grounderforced out Hensal at third as Wexlerreached second. Wexler sped to thirdon a passed ball and darted homewhen pitcher Carlton Smith overthrewthird.

D’Annunzio was effective in thethird and fourth innings but ran intosome heavy thunder in the fifth. Lead-off batter Andrew Campana, who hadthree RBI in the game, walked andKwesi Mitchel crushed a two-runhomer over the centerfield fence. TonyDanella followed with a solo homernear the same spot to put the 9-2Chiefs ahead, 11-1.

Homm brought junior StevePietrucha in to relieve and he silencedthe remainder of the Chiefs’ thunder.

“He needed some work because hehasn’t pitched in a while, so I broughthim in,” said Homm.Piscataway 701 03 11Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 000 10 1




RESOLUTION NO. 476-2002AWARDED TO: Life Medical Supplies,

Inc., 631 East Elizabeth Avenue, PO Box4087, Linden, New Jersey

SERVICES: To provide orthopedic foot-wear and orthotic services for the pa-tients/residents of Runnells SpecializedHospital.

PERIOD: 5/1/02 - 4/30/03COST: $2,500


1 T – 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $22.44

Del. Valley (9-7) 000 050 0 5Westfield (10-1) 100 203 x 6

Terriers were unable to yield a baserunner and lost 6-5.

“I knew it would be a closely con-tested game,” said Westfield CoachMaggie McFadden. “When we wentup 3-0, I thought we were in controlof the game. I didn’t expect them toscore five runs.”

Prior to the game, Westfield earnedthe top seed for the Union CountyTournament. Westfield will host thewinner of Roselle and Summit theSaturday.

Last season, the Blue Devils wereeliminated early by Union Catholic.

“It would be nice to beat UnionCatholic this year and knock themout of the tourney. I know that we canwin the entire tournament if we playwell,” McFadden said.

was another rough game, but we re-ally try hard,” commented Lusk. “Ilike to keep a positive attitude outthere, never having my head downwhile setting a good example for the

other people by making good plays.”Kearny struck in the first inning

with back-to-back singles and scoreda run on a RBI by Caitlin Postel.Laura Correnti then singled to up thescore to 2-0. Then in the third, Romor

smashed her two-run homer deep tocenterfield extending the lead to 4-0.

The Raiders came to life in thebottom of the third when freshmanfirst baseman Taylor Cianciottisingled to center. Senior centerfielderMegan Reddington followed with asingle. Ciancotti then scored on anerrant throw to first base.

The Kardinals pecked away withthree runs in the fifth. In the bottom ofthe sixth, Cianciotta connected withher second single but was left stranded.

After the game, the always upbeatand challenging, Manzi who leadsthe Raider softballers with inningspitched commented, “I try not to placethe ball where they can get a lot ofhits, because that’s an error to me as apitcher. It puts runners on the basesand scores runs, so I try to stay awayfrom those situations. Additionally, Ineed to concentrate and work on be-coming faster and getting better loca-tion. Mentally, we still make quite afew errors as a team, but no one isperfect. We just need to continue tocome out with a positive attitude.None of us get down on ourselves. Wejust take one inning at a time. If wehave a bad inning, we come out withour heads up and work on playingbetter.”

Keeping their heads up, the Raid-ers annihilated host Plainfield, 16-3,on April 29. Manzi fanned nine Car-dinals, Lindsay Pennella scored threeruns and had two RBI and ShanayiaWillis had a double, a single and twoRBI.Kearny 202 300 0 7Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 001 000 0 1

Raider Softballers HawkedBy Kearny Kardinals, 7-1



Blue Devils MuzzleD. V. Terriers, 6-5

High School Boys, GirlsTrack and Field Results:

APRIL 23:Girls: Scotch Plains-Fanwood 112,

M. X. Shabazz 0The 4-0 Raiders had a practice ses-

sion with the Lady Bulldogs but JillKoscielecki placed first in four eventsand was not fooling around when shesoared 16’7.75” in the long jump.

Boys: Scotch Plains-Fanwood 94,M. X. Shabazz 26

The 4-0 Raider boys also had apractice session and juggled aroundtheir lineup a bit.100: Jabril Stokes (MX) 11.7200: Amir Pinnix (MX) 23.4400: Damion Brown (MX) 54.0800: Ray Williams (SPF) 2:02.71,600: Walter Biner (SPF) 4:56.13,200: Ryan Astell (SPF) 13:05.5400H: Williams (SPF) 58.2High Jump: Mike Walker (SPF) 5’8”Long Jump: Walker (SPF) 19’0.5”Pole Vault: J.T. DelMauro (SPF) 7’6”Shot Put: Chris Feighner (SPF) 50’4”Discus: Shawn Doyle (SPF) 120’6”Javelin: Adam Ortyl (SPF) 136’3”4x400: (MX) 3:46

Girls: Westfield 86, Linden 27100: McGhee (L) 12.7, 2. Ja’net Tiller (W)12.71, 3. Sarah Burke (W) 13.0200: Tiller (W) 26.7, 2. McGhee (L) 27.2,3. Burke (W) 27.3400: Emily MacNeil (W) 1:01, 2. AnnieOnishi (W) 1:03.3, 3. Audrey Eyring (W)1:06.0800: MacNeil (W) 2:34.1, 2. Sarah Mahran(W) 2:38.2, 3. Deenie Quinn (W) 2:40.81,600: Mahran (W) 5:45, 2. Quinn (W)5:53, 3. Erin McClellan (W) 5:59100H: Pia Ruth (L) 14.5, 2. Mika Cruz (W)16.2, 3. Burke (W) 16.7400H: Ruth (L) 1:07.1, 2. Asie (L) 1:12.1,3. Jessica Lee (W) 1:14.5High Jump: Ruth (L) 4’8”, 2. AmandaNehring (W) 4’6", 3. Erin Goldberger (W)4’2"Long Jump: Burke (W) 14’0.5”, 2. Cruz(W) 13’9", 3. Dixon (L) 12’7"Shot Put: Alison Petrow (W) 29’8”, 2.Mary Bogatko (W) 25’8", 3. Lisa Panarese(W) 24'Discus: Lynn Huang (W) 84’0”, 2. LisaPanarese (W) 80’8", 3. Petrow (W) 78’2"Javelin: Maggie Curran (W) 80’0.25”, 2.Caroline Sheridan (W), 74’11", 3. Huang(W), 72’7"4x400: W (Anne Onishi, MacNeil, MikaCruz, Tiller) 4:21

County SoftballSeeds, Schedules:Westfield High School (10-1) re-

ceived the first seed for the UnionCounty Softball Tournament andundefeated Roselle Park received thesecond seed. Governor Livingstonand A. L. Johnson respectively re-ceived the third and fourth seeds.Union, Cranford, Linden and UnionCatholic received seeds five througheight.

Westfield will host the winner ofthe Plainfield and Jonathan Daytongame held yesterday on Saturday,May 4 at 2 p.m. All first round andquarterfinal games will be played atthe higher seed’s field at 2 p.m.

FIRST ROUND (MAY 4):1. Plainfield/Dayton winner atWestfield2. Summit/Roselle winner at RosellePark3. Scotch Plains-Fanwood at Gover-nor Livingston4. Oak Knoll at Linden5. Elizabeth at Union6. Roselle Catholic at Cranford7. New Providence at Linden8. Rahway at Union Catholic

The semifinal round will be playedat 6 and 8 p.m. on May 17 and the finalwill be at 7:45 p.m. on May 18 atMemorial Field in Linden.

County BaseballSeeds, Schedules:Union High School received the

first seed for the Union County Base-ball Tournament and Westfield re-ceived the second seed. Summit andA. L. Johnson respectively receivedthe third and fourth seeds. Elizabeth,Cranford, Brearley and New Provi-dence received seeds five througheight.

Roselle Park defeated Dayton, 11-2, in a preliminary round on April 27.first round games will be played at thehigher seed’s field at 2 p.m.

FIRST ROUND (MAY 4):1. Roselle Park at Union2. Governor Livingston at Westfield3. Plainfield vs. Summit4. Linden at A. L. Johnson5. Rahway at Elizabeth6. Scotch Plains-Fanwood at Cranford7. Roselle Catholic at Brearley8. Union Catholic at New Providence

The quarterfinal round will beplayed at the higher seed’s field onMay 11 and the semis are set for May18 at noon and 3 p.m. at VeteransField in Rahway. The final will beplayed at Memorial Field in Lindenon May 25 at 8 p.m.

Devil Laxers LaceMorristown Beard

The Westfield High School girls’lacrosse team elevated its record to 9-1 with a 19-2 lacing of MorristownBeard in Westfield on April 24. Se-nior Morgan Lang increased herseason’s total to 42 by netting fourgoals and Ali Pino flicked in threegoals to increase her total to 34.

Ashley Kent fired in three goalsand added two assists while SarahFlood netted three goals and an as-sist. Senior Brittany Miller, whoupped her goal total to 29 with twogoals, also had two assists. LauraShelmen scored two goals, Staci Spassnetted a goal and an assist and Chris-tine Pirot contributed a goal. GoalieJulie Vanarelli had four saves.Morristown Beard 1 1 2Westfield 11 8 19




RESOLUTION NO. 471-2002AWARDED TO: Vani Andavolu, M.D. 3

Martha Street, Edison, New JerseySERVICES: To provide professional

physiatry services to the patients/resi-dents of Runnells Specialized Hospital.

PERIOD: 5/1/02 - 4/30/03COST: At no cost to the County.


1 T – 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $21.93




RESOLUTION NO. 480-2002AWARDED TO: Automated Data Pro-

cessing (ADP) PO Box 451, Parsippany,New Jersey

SERVICES: To provide unemploymentcompensation services.

COST: $4,408.67M. Elizabeth Genievich

Clerk of the Board1 T – 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $20.91




RESOLUTION NO. 462-2002AWARDED TO: US Health Works of

New Jersey, 606 Dowd Avenue, Eliza-beth, New Jersey

SERVICES: To provide pre-admissionphysicals for court ordered youth whoare referred to the Union County ShelterProgram.

PERIOD: 1/1/02 - 12/31/02COST: $6,500


1 T – 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $23.46

Fred Lecomte for The Leader and The TimesShortstop Kelly Lusk

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The TimesATTEMPTING A PICKOFF...Raider pitcher Steve Horn fires to Marcus Dockeryat first in an attempt to pick off Chief Tony Danella in the first inning.

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The TimesPREVENTING A RUN...Blue Devil catcher Tara Dowling puts the tag on TerrierAmy Wasserbach attempting to score in the third inning. The out proved to makethe difference as Westfield won, 6-5.



Blue Devil Boy Laxers ScareGreen Wave, But Fall, 9-6


SHACKAMAXON GOLF & COUNTRY CLUBis accepting pool members for the 2002 summer season.

Our amenities include:

Olympic swimming pool with 2 baby poolsRestaurant with hot / cold food

Basketball and VolleyballRacket Ball and Tennis

Activities and special events for kidsPoolside barbeques

Limited Membership

2002 Membership Rates: $1,400.00

Please call Mable Ginsberg for an application at(908) 233-1300 ext. 200

Maura McMahon Gets12th at Penn RelaysMaura McMahon, a 1999 graduate

of Westfield High School, ran 34:43.7in the combined Collegiate/Olym-pic Development 10,000 meters atthe Penn Relays on April 25. Shefinished 12th in the Collegiate divi-sion, and her time is an NCAA provi-sional qualifying time.



BANK ONE, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION,AS TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. DAVID L.MITCHELL, ET ALS., DEFENDANT.

CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION,DATED JANUARY 14, 2002 FOR SALE OFMORTGAGED PREMISES.


The judgment amount is EIGHTY THOU-SAND ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY TWO & 04/100 ($80,132.04).

The property to be sold is located in theCITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07201,County of UNION and State of New Jer-sey.

Commonly known as: 1059 WILLIAMSTREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY07201.

Tax Lot No. 1383 in Block No. 9Dimension of Lot: approximately 25.00

feet wide by 100.00 feet long.Nearest Cross Street: Catherine StreetSituated at a point on the northeasterly

sideline of William Street distance ap-proximately 175 feet northwesterly fromits intersection with the northwesterlysideline of Catherine Street.

There is due approximately the sum ofEIGHTY SIX THOUSAND TWO-HUNDREDTHIRTEEN & 18/100 ($86,213.18) togetherwith lawful interest and costs.




FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C.Suite 2017 Century DriveParsippany, New Jersey 07054CH-756537 - (WL)4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09& 05/16/02 Fee: $193.80



NORWEST MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN-TIFF vs. NOEL NEGRON, ET ALS., DEFEN-DANT.



The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDREDNINE THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED SEVENTYEIGHT & 01/100 ($109,678.01).

Property to be sold is located in the Cityof Elizabeth, County of Union andState of New Jersey.

Premises commonly known as 440Marshall Street, Elizabeth, New Jer-sey 07201.

BEING KNOWN as LOT 931-W05,BLOCK 5, on the official Tax Map of theCity of Elizabeth.

Dimensions: 25.00 feet x 100.00 feetx 25.00 feet x 100.00 feet

Nearest Cross Street: Fifth StreetSubject to unpaid taxes, assessments,

water and sewer liens.There is due approximately the sum of

ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY SIX THOUSANDSIXTY TWO & 15/100 ($156,062.15) to-gether with lawful interest and costs.




FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C.Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza216 Haddon AvenueWestmont, New Jersey 08108CH-755017 - (WL)4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09& 05/16/02 Fee: $183.60



BANK OF AMERICA, PLAINTIFF vs.RAYMOND JOHN MILLER, JR., ET ALS.,DEFENDANT.

CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION,DATED JANUARY 17, 2002 FOR SALE OFMORTGAGED PREMISES.


The judgment amount is NINTY ONETHOUSAND FOUR-HUNDRED THIRTYFOUR & 45/100 ($91,434.45).

The property to be sold is located in thecity of Elizabeth in the County of Union,New Jersey.

Commonly known as: 10 Stewart Place,Elizabeth, New Jersey 07202

Tax Lot No. 1395 in Block 6Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately)

16.50 feet wide by 113.71 feet longNearest Cross Street: Situate on the

southerly sideline of Stewart Place 117.97feet from the westerly sideline of Wash-ington Avenue.

There is due approximately the sum ofONE-HUNDRED TWO THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED SIXTEEN & 01/100($102,116.01) together with lawful inter-est and costs.




ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMANATTORNEYS1139 Spruce DrivePO BOX 1024Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-00241-908-233-8500FILE NO. XWZ L 47260CH-756531 - (WL)4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09& 05/16/02 Fee: $189.72

PUBLIC NOTICEBOROUGH OF FANWOOD

PLANNING BOARD

Notice is hereby given that on May 22,2002 at 8:00 P.M. in the Borough Hall of theBorough of Fanwood at 75 North MartineAvenue, Fanwood, New Jersey theFanwood Planning Board will hold a publichearing to consider the appeal of CulhoJung/Jason Kim for minor site plan withfacade renovation for a restaurant "Gin-ger Sushi" on the property at 264 southAvenue, Fanwood, New Jersey alsoknown as Block 65 Lot 1 on the FanwoodTax Map.

The application will also seek such otherrelief as may be determined necessary atthe public hearing based upon review ofthe application or amendment(s) to theapplication.

All interested persons may be presentand heard.

The file pertaining to this application isavailable for public inspection during nor-mal business hours from the Secretary ofthe Board at the Administration Offices ofthe Borough of Fanwood at 75 NorthMartine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey

Michael L. Marcus, Esq.,5 Mountain Boulevard, Suite 13

Warren, New Jersey 07059Attorney for: Chub Jung/Jason Kim

1 T - 5/2/02, The Times Fee: $27.03





AWARDED TO: Ruderman andGlickman, 75 Morris Avenue, Suite 100,Springfield, New Jersey

SERVICES: To provide representationin the pending litigation entitled Burkert v.County of Union.

AMOUNT: In an additional amount not toexceed $20,000 for a new total contractnot to exceed $72,500.


1 T – 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $23.97




RESOLUTION NO. 459-2002AWARDED TO: Unitronix Data Systems,

1124 Route 202, Raritan, New JerseySERVICES: For providing service/main-

tenance to the GUMP software and hard-ware used by the Division of Social Ser-vices.

PERIOD: 1/1/02 - 12/31/02COST: $50,197.71


1 T – 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $22.44

goal each.A charged group of Blue Devils did

not turn up their heels and scoredwithin the first minute-and-a-half ofthe third quarter when Schultz, pen-etrating five feet from the goal, re-ceived a pass from Mansfield andstuffed the ball into the net. Mean-while, Westfield’s defense walled outthe Green Wave’s wave. Minutes later,Schultz returned the favor andMansfield rippled the net. Elliot tight-ened the score to 6-5 when he zippeda shot from 20-yards out that actuallyripped through the net. Delbartonscored just before the end of the quar-ter on Kron’s unassisted goal.

“We definitely did a great job over-all defensively. At Mountain Lakes,we gave up a lot of transition stuff.When we play solid six-on-six de-fense, we are going to stop otherteams,” Benaquista stressed.

Delbarton gained the initiativeearly in the fourth quarter. Cambellpassed inside to McBride who shov-eled an underhanded shot into thenet. Cohen upped the Green Wave’slead to 9-5 with another underhandedshot but Debrossy scored his secondgoal with a sidearm flick from 15-yards out.

“When our team comes to play, Ithink we can play with anyone,”stressed Benaquista. “Today, weplayed a complete game and every-one played their roll.”

The No. 6, 8-3 Blue Devils will hostthe No. 1 Ridgewood boys, who de-feated 9-1 Delbarton, 10-3, on April24, this Saturday at Tamaques El-ementary School in Westfield.Delbarton 2 4 1 2 9Westfield 0 2 3 1 6

GAUSP GETS 3 RBI, 2 HITS; KOKET MAKES GREAT SNAG

Devil Diamond Boys ShutoutNewark East Side, 10-0, in 6


Tuning up for more crucial games,the 8-1-1 Westfield High School base-ball team extended its winning streakto six with a 10-0, six-inning drudg-ing of 5-6 Newark East Side on April24 in Westfield. Despite starters BrettPicaro and Blair Richardson beingout of the lineup, there were no weak-nesses as every slot in the Blue Devillineup contributed either a hit, a runor both.

On this day, the Blue Devils’ No. 6man in the batting order, MannyGuasp, filling in for first basemanBlair Richardson, swung a deadly“metal stick” with two singles andthree RBI, including an RBI sacrificefly. Pitcher Jay Cook, who had two

RBI singles and two runs scored,fanned five Red Raiders and walkedjust one in his six inning shutout andcenterfielder Ben Koket made a daz-zling, face-diving catch in the fifthinning.

“Right now, things aren’t goingour way as far as injuries and peopleare filling spots every game. Mannystepped up today and got the jobdone,” pointed out catcher JoshLudmer.

Guasp explained, “The pitcher wasthrowing down the middle and I wasreacting well to the pitch. Everythingcame well for me today.”

Guasp added. “This is a great teamto play with. I will play first. I will

play short. Wherever they put me Iwill play the position.”

Half of the Blue Devils’ feettrampled the plate in the first inningand fancy footwork enabled the finalthree runs to dance across home in thesixth inning. On the other hand, EastSide got two of its four hits on its firsttwo at bats and Dan DaFonseca ac-counted for three of the hits.

After O’Neill Quinones andDaFonseca legged out infield singlesin the first inning, the Blue Devildefense adjusted to the soft surfaceand the next three Red Raiders wereretired. Aside from DaFonseca’s singlein the third and another in the sixth,only three more Red Raiders wouldreach base – one on a walk and two onerrors.

Westfield stepped quickly on thebase pads as the first two batters,Ludmer and Koket, drew walks andMike Sofka followed by being hit viapitch. Cook hacked an RBI single tothe right side, Guasp lofted his RBIsacrifice fly to left and Mike DeFazioand John Leonardis both rapped anRBI single.

Additional fine, heads-up fieldingalso came into play. In the top of thesecond, second baseman Leonardisinitiated a smooth double play by

scooping a grounder and tossing toshortstop Jim McKeon covering sec-ond, who fired to Guasp at first. TylerPatla, playing third, made two finegrabs of grounders in the fourth andLudmer gunned down a runner, at-tempting to steal second in the sixthinning.

Little things can create runs. Alert-ness and hustle earned Ludmer adouble in the fourth. He later scoredon an error. In the fifth, Patla beat outan infield single, scooted to secondon a passed ball and scored on Guasp’ssingle to center.

However, the shifty tidbits occurredin the sixth. Ludmer walked, madethe pitcher nervous and darted safely

to second. Sofka hit a slowchopper toward third,Ludmer’s actions nearsecond made the thirdbaseman hesitate andSofka made it to first.Cook cracked an RBIsingle and sped to sec-ond when the ball eludedthe centerfielder whileSofka scored. When Patlagrounded back to themound, Cook faked adash to third, causing thedistracted pitcher tothrow wide at first. Cookjogged to third. Guaspended East Side’s confu-sion with a looping RBIsingle to right.

Referring to his andhis teammates’ crafty ac-tions on the base pads,Ludmer said, “I don’twant to be just standing

around out there. You can help yourbatters catch a few more balls and getsome better pitches, and you can puttension on the infielders. It’s the littlethings that are important. You hear itall the time. This year, we are doingthe little things that help us winsome ball games.”East Side 000 000 0Westfield 500 113 10

David B. Corbin (files) for The Leader and The TimesHOLE-IN-ONE...Blue Devil ErinCockren sank a hole-in-one on the 126-yard, No. 7 hole at Echo Lake CountryClub in Westfield in a match with EastBrunswick on April 23.

Mike Brennan SignsLetter of Intent

To Nyack UniversityScotch Plains-Fanwood High

School senior Mike Brennan hassigned a letter of intent to play bas-ketball at Nyack University in Nyack,NY. The 6’7” Brennan has averaged15.1 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.8blocks per game for the Raiders.

According to Raider Head Basket-ball Coach Dan Doherty, “Mike’simprovement in his overall game thisyear helped us win 12 games andmake the state tournament for the firsttime in four years. He became a defen-sive presence down low and was ourbest rebounder. The way that Mikehas been improving this year, I see areal solid future for him at NyackUniversity. His best basketball is defi-nitely ahead of him. Nyack is gettinga solid player that will make an imme-diate impact on their program.”

APRIL 23:Westfield 166, East Brunswick 177

Seven was the lucky number forsenior Erin Cockren when she used a7-iron to sink a hole-in-one on the par3, 126-yard, No. 7 hole at Echo LakeCountry Club in Westfield. Cockrenfinished with a 42 on the par 36 course.The Blue Devils remain undefeatedwith only a tie to Summit.

APRIL 24:Westfield 185, Plainfield 227

(Ashbrook)Westfield: Max Heitner 44, Tom

Del Duca 45, Brian Cordes 47, MikeBabetski 49

Plainfield: Jonas Cleveland 52,Sean Sauls 55, John Kertesz, DennisMcCloud 63Scotch Plains-Fanwood 164, Eliza-beth 236

(Scotch Hills, par 33)Scotch Plains-Fanwood: Jared

Turner and Chris Meehan 39, JasonNeuringer 42, Rob Maroney 44

Elizabeth: Peter Ilich 56, AndrewBratcher 58, Radames Felician andAbdul Hanasi 60

APRIL 29:Westfield 162, Roselle Catholic 191

(Roselle Golf Club, par 36)Westfield: Ryan Shallcross 39, Jeff

Luker, Adam Karnish and ErinCockren 41

Roselle Catholic: Steve Damardo38, Tim O’Shea and Dan Hanselman50, Ryan Chiari 53Scotch Plains-Fanwood 184, BishopAhr 190

(Shackamaxon, par 35)Scotch Plains-Fanwood: Chris

Meehan 42, Jack Egan 45, MikeSprung 48, Jon Bezrutczyk 49

Bishop Ahr: Al Antoine and MattKazzi 47, Sameer Khan and RayDenitzio 48


Union County High SchoolVarsity Golf Results:

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The TimesHEADING TO NYACK...SP-F Raider senior Mike Brennan has signed a letterof intent to play basketball at Nyack University in NY. Raider coach Dan Dohertylooks on with a smile.

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The TimesPUTTING ON THE TAG...Blue Devil secondbaseman John Leonardis puts the tag on Red RaiderDan DaFonseca after receiving the throw from catcherJosh Ludmer.

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The TimesFIRING AT THE WAVE GOAL...Blue Devil attacker Gil Arbitsman, No. 20, firesat the Delbarton Green Wave goal.

Scotch Plains FanwoodFootball Camp

Held by the Suburban Youth Football League in conjunctionwith the Scotch Plains - Fanwood Police Athletic League

Scotch Plains - Fanwood High School10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Ages 7 years to 14

Registration Deadline: May 15Fee: $129.00

Teaching kids all positions and while making theathlete stronger, faster and more knowledgeable.

Forms available in the lobby of theScotch Plains Police Department or the

Fanwood Police Department.

Contact Camp Director Russell Yeager at(908) 586-9300 for more information.

June 24 - 28, 2002

Proceeds of the camp will be directed to thePAL football program for new equipment.

Help Cops help Kids!

Please note: Wednesday, June 26 - no camp



SP-F Blue Thunder ChillMontgomery Fireballs, 5-1

COMPETING AT NATIONALS...Pictured, left to right, are: John Sawicki, aClass 2 gymnast, Eric Brandman, Mike Freundlich and Thomas O’Brien all Class3 gymnasts from Westfield and members of the Surgent’s Elite Gymnastics team,have qualified to travel to California for the National Junior Olympics. At a recentregional event, in which the best gymnasts from seven east coast states meet, theseboys put on an excellent display of exciting gymnastics. The boys will be competingat the high-energy national competition the first week of May in San Deigo,California.

The Blue Thunder of the ScotchPlains-Fanwood Soccer AssociationU-11 division won its third-in-a-rowas they totally dominated the Mont-gomery Fireballs, 5-1, on April 21.

In the opening minute, Eddie Byrontook a pass from Danny Gore andgave the Thunder the early lead. TheThunder kept the momentum andcontinued to pressure the Fireballsthroughout the game. GregBencivengo outraced everyone to aloose ball that he promptly fired pastthe goalie for a 2-0 lead. With the halfwinding down, Chris McManusfound the corner of the net for a 3-0lead.

The second half was much of thesame as Bencivengo took a feed fromByron for his second goal. Josef Ellisand Joseph Del Prete then split fromthe pack with a two-on-one advan-tage. With the goalie coming out onEllis, he laid a perfect pass onto thefoot of Del Prete, who got theThunder’s final goal.

Meanwhile, the Fireballs had noone who could stay with BrendanMcEvoy, Jack Dunphy, MarkKoransky, Matt Bonner and AndrewSmith. They completely controlledthe ball and kept it in the Fireballs’zone.

The defensive unit of Marc Fusillo,Mike Lauricella, Mike Roth andColin Grimm thwarted every Fireballattack. Thanks to the Thunder of-fense and defense controlling the ball,the goalies were virtually untested,facing a combined four shots in theentire game.

Golf Pro Suggests MethodsTo Improve ‘Short’ Game

By MICHAEL KIERNERSpecially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

Spring in New Jersey is the start ofthe golfing season and new goals areset by many players. This is the per-fect opportunity to work on your shortgame, which is the most importantpart of any good player’s game.

Many players resort to using thesame club on every chip shot. This isnot a very effective method, becauseit is difficult to regulate how far theball will travel in the air and roll onthe ground. For consistent chip shots,I recommend you use different clubsdepending on the situation. Take asand wedge, a pitching wedge and a7-iron to the practice green. Hit sev-eral chips giving equal attention to

each club. Make sure you use thesame chipping motion with each club.Also notice how far the ball carriesand rolls with the different irons.

The sand wedge should fly the high-est and roll the least. The pitchingwedge should roll the same distancethe ball flies in the air. And with the 7-iron, the ball will roll further than ittravels in the air. With practice, youcan accurately judge how far the ballcarries and rolls with different clubs,widening your repertoire of shotsaround the greens.

With a larger repertoire of shotsaround the greens, your choice ofclubs on specific chips will vary. Thisis due to factors such as terrain, speedand firmness of the greens. But youwill soon be able to choose the clubthat gives you the best chance ofchipping the ball close to the hole.

Michael Kierner is the Head Teach-ing Professional at ShackamaxonCountry Club. For more informationon lessons please call, 908-233-3989.

WTA Men’s MastersTennis Ladder Told:The 2002 season for the WTA

Men’s Masters Ladder (age 50+), its20th season having been started in1983, commenced on May 1. Thestandings for the 2001 ladder followwith members who did not play in2001 are listed below. Check out thewww.westfieldnj.com/wta website formore details on WTA events and stand-ings. Also, note that there is a Men’sSingles Tournament scheduled forMay 4 to 5 at the Tamaques Parkcourts. Westfield residents can stillsign up in the WTA, if interested, withthe form provided on the website.

1. Mike McGlynn 2. Irwin Bernstein 3. Donald Dohm 4. Len Cerefice 5. Dewey Rainville 6. Bob Kolesik 7. John Dalton 8. Tom Rucinski 9. Lloyd Marks10. Joe Donnolo11. Ernest Jacob * High Coleman

WTA Mixed DoublesTennis Ladder Told:Bill Mackey the Mixed Doubles

coordinator has submitted the stand-ings for the 2002 season based on lastyear’s standings. It is not too late tosign-up for the ladders.

The first reporting period beginsMay 1 and ends May 19. Teams mustplay one match during each report-ing period or the team will drop threeplaces in the standings. Match resultsshould be called in immediately to(908) 317-0001. Current standingscan be found on the WTA web sitewww.westfieldnj.com/wta. Alsocheck the trophy case at TamaquesPark and the Westfield Leader. Foradditional information contact theWTA at number or email shownabove.

1. Aliche/Aliche 2. Karnish/Karnish 3. Bernstein/Bernstein 4. Darmanin/Myers 5. Wilhelm/Wilhelm 6. Buchman/Buchman 7. Abromowitz/Eisenberg 8. Bender/Bender 9. Clevenger/Clevenger10. Mitchell/Mitchell11. Rhodes/Rhodes12. Weisman/Weisman

WTA Women’s DoublesTennis Ladder Told:

The initial standings for the 2002season are based on returning teamsfollowed by new teams as they signedup. It is not too late to sign up for theladder. Please call Karen Dorne at(908) 233-7669 or email WTA atwww.westfieldnj.com/wta

The first reporting period beginsMay 1 and ends May 19. Teamsmust play one match each reportingperiod or they will drop three placesin the standings. Match results mustbe called in or emailed immedi-ately. Current standings can befound on website, trophy case atTamaques Park and in The WestfieldLeader.

1. Goldberg/Valla 2. Dorne/Karnish 3. Britt/Britt 4. Gordon/Hodges 5. Krest/Hudelson 6. Verchick/Rickles 7. Freundlich/Healey 8. Annis/Nelson 9. Zoidis/Fraser10. Purdy/Hewett11. Page/Honymar12. Brotman/Jacobello13. Abromowitz/Weisman14. Bender/Bender15. Galasso/Perez-Santella16. Sottung/Reese17. Diddell/Aswad

Scotch Hills WomenTell Golf Results

A spokeswoman for the Scotch HillsWomen’s Golf Association of ScotchPlains announced the winning team of the“Odd Hole” tournament held April 16.

FLIGHT ALow gross: Carol Nichols and MargaretHickey 44First low net: Hickey-15.5Second low net: Linnea Rhodes 16Third low net: Nichols 17

FLIGHT BLow gross: Gert Simons 48First low net: Simons and June McCarthy13Third low net: Mildred Orlando 15.5

FLIGHT CLow gross: Jeanette Walker 53First low net: Nancy Christensen 152nd low net: Phyllis Cuombe, DotRastelli and Sophia Hildebrand 18

Low putts: Rhodes 14Chip in: Nichols, hole 4Birdie: Simons, hole 6

Scotch Hills WomenTell Golf Results

A spokeswoman for the Scotch HillsWomen’s Golf Association of ScotchPlains announced the winning team ofthe “100% Handicap” tournament heldApril 23.

FLIGHT ALow gross: Carol Nichols 49Low net: Carol Nichols, AliceKehler and Mary Shea 37

FLIGHT BLow gross: Lucy Banta 51Low net: 1st Banta 332nd: Mary Hughes 353rd: June McCarthy 36

FLIGHT CLow gross: Jeanette Walker, NancyChristensen, Jean Petersen and BetteSatvnerLow net: Rita Tierney 342nd: Mary Ann Schuler 373rd: Arlene Latauriette 38Low putts: Alice Kehler 15Chip in: Nancy Christensen hole#7Birdies: Christensen hole #7

WTA Men’s DoublesTennis Ladder ToldThe 2002 season for the WTA

Men’s Double Ladder commencedon May 1. The standings for theMen’s Double Ladder for 2001 fol-low with members who did notplay in 2001 listed at the bottom.Check out thewww.westfieldnj.com/wta websitefor more details on WTA eventsand standings.

1. Gonnella/Wilhelm2. McGlynn/Aliche3. Bender/Parker4. Finestein/Satkin5. Mancini/Oslislo6. Dreyer/Matthews7. Majierski/Needs Partner8. Ferio/Sobel9. Verchick/WhelanBartlett/Needs PartnerEdelman/Needs partner

Local High School BoysVarsity Tennis Results:

APRIL 23:Scotch Plains-Fanwood 3, Union 2First singles: Mike Thompson (S) d.Chris Bartosh, 6-4, 1-6, 6-2Second singles: Josh Sanders (S) d.Chris Roszkowski, 6-1, 6-2Third singles: Chris Barlics (U) d. DanKurtter, 2-6, 6-4, 6-4First doubles: Adam Corbin and SimonPoplyansky (S) d. Brian Costello and BrianBanks, 2-6, 6-3, 6-3Second doubles: Steve Dinnerman andDave Finke (U) d. Harry Yang and JoePearson, 7-5, 6-3

Millburn 3, Westfield 2First singles: Jeff Schnell (M) d. RichMoran, 6-0, 6-0Second singles: Andrew Draznin (M) d.Dave Eisenberg, 6-3, 6-0Third singles: Dave Kahn (M) d. AlexJaslow, 6-4, 6-4First doubles: Shaun Simone and RyanMiller (W) d. Matt Berg and AndrewMacKessy, 2-6, 7-6 (7-4), 6-0Second doubles: Devin Power and DougShinneman (W) d. Max Tsien and J. Hirsch,7-6 (7-4), 6-3

Rahway 3, Union Catholic 2First singles: Drew Terpenning (UC) d.Martin Milanovic, 6-2, 6-1Second singles: Dan Majcen (UC) d.Giovanni Bedoya, 7-6 (7-5), 6-1Third singles: Steve Viegas (R) d. VincePassafiune, 6-0, 6-4First doubles: Brian Lenkeiwicz andKevin Bobenchic (R) d. Tino Cerimele andMatt Esposito, 6-4, 6-0Second doubles: Alan Crosby and RobZarzacki (R) d. John Bialick and Nick Silva,6-3, 6-1

Governor Livingston 5, RoselleCatholic 0First singles: Frank Geiger d. BrandonMirda, 6-2, 6-0Second singles: Yiwey Shieh d. BrianScotti, 6-1, 6-0Third singles: Chris Barnett d. BrianD’Agostini, 7-6, 7-6First doubles: Kevin Guidicipietro andDiego Quintana d. Charles Casseus andAshest Patel, 6-0, 6-0Second doubles: Oliver Eng and CharlesBong d. Dan McNair and John McGlynn, 6-0, 6-0

APRIL 24:Scotch Plains-Fanwood 3, Kearny 2First singles: Marcin Polak (K) d. TerryLevine, 5-7, 6-1, 7-6 (8-6)Second singles: Mike Thompson (S) d.Ron Gonclaves, 6-2, 6-1Third singles: Josh Sanders (S) d. FlavioSilva, 7-6 (10-8), 6-1First doubles: Adam Corbin and SimonPoplyansky (S) d. Greg Jastrab and DaveStrovich, 6-3, 6-3Second doubles: Fred Schauvinaoldand Chris Kastelen (K) d. Harry Yang andEric Yang, 6-4, 6-1

APRIL 29:Scotch Plains-Fanwood 3, Plainfield 2

Mike Thompson came through withan exciting, 6-3, 6-3, victory to givethe 10-1 Raiders the win.First singles: Kyle Williams (P) d. TerryLevine, 6-3, 6-2Second singles: Thompson (S) won 6-3, 6-3Third singles: Josh Sanders (S) d. LeroyParker, 6-3, 6-1First doubles: Ray Facenda and MilesHickman (P) d. Adam Corbin and JasonKrueger, 6-4, 6-4Second doubles: Jesse Rogowsky andSimon Poplyansky (S) d. Terrell Caldwelland Lyle Hickman, 6-1, 7-5

PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of: MARION C. ELLIS, DeceasedPursuant to the order of James S.

LaCorte, Surrogate of the County of Union,made on the 26TH day of APRIL, A.D.2002, upon the application of the under-signed, as ADMINISTRATOR of the estateof said deceased, notice is hereby givento the creditors of said deceased to exhibitto the subscriber under oath or affirmationtheir claims and demands against theestate of said deceased within six monthsfrom the date of said order, or they will beforever barred from prosecuting or re-covering the same against the subscriber.

SELMA TOMASZEWSKIADMINISTRATOR

ATTORNEYSSCHMANN, HANLON, DOHERTY,MCCROSSIN & PAOLINO30 MONTGOMERY STREET15TH FLOORJERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY 073021 T - 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $21.42

The PAL Corner:The Westfield PAL “Cook with

Me” Class ended with a FamilyPasta Dinner at the Westfield HighSchool. Students prepared andserved their families, with a“Shared” Dessert for everyone.

The cooking class was among 9and 10-year-olds from Westfieldgrammar schools, taught byMaryann Dowling and KarinHopkins. This was a first time pro-gram, expecting to resume in thefall. Everybody had a great time.

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The TimesShackamaxon Golf Pro Michael Kierner



Three Local Boys PlaceIn Regional Gymnastics

The Class VI, 7-9 year old boysteam from Surgents Elite School ofGymnastics in Garwood competedin the 2002 Compulsory RegionalChampionships on April 14 held atthe University of Maryland Balti-more Campus. The competition iscomposed of the best gymnasts from

7 eastern states including New Jer-sey, New York, Pennsylvania, Mary-land, Delaware, Virginia and WestVirginia.

In the 7-year old category, DannyNizolak of Scotch Plains placed sixthin the All-Around with a score of52.9. He also placed second on thepommel with a score of 9.0 and fifthon floor, vault, and high bar withscores of 9.35, 9.3 and 9.15, respec-tively.

In the 8-9 year old category, PaulRizkalla Jr. of Westfield placed sixthin the All-Around with a score of56.75. He also placed second onparallel bars with a score of 9.8, sixthon pommel with at 9.4, and fifth onhigh bar at 9.55.

Also in the 8-9 year old category,Christian Barber of Westfield placed18th in the All-Around with a scoreof 55.05 and placed 10th on parallelbars at 9.65.

REGIONAL GYMNASTICS QUALIFIERS...Pictured, left to right, are: CoachRuss Shupak, Paul Rizkalla Jr., Christian Barber, Danny Nizolak

SP-F Dodgers Sneak PastSP-F Diamondbacks, 3-2

The Diamondbacks of the ScotchPlains-Fanwood Youth Baseball As-sociation Major Division and theDodgers treated their fans to an old-fashioned pitchers duel on April 20with the Dodgers emerging victori-ous, 3-2.

The Diamondbacks jumped out toa 2-0 lead in the third inning but inthe fourth, the Dodgers cut into theDiamondback lead 2-1. Finally, theDodgers went up 3-2 in the bottom ofthe fifth.

Diamondback Joe Sette led off thetop of the sixth with a double andstole third. However, the Diamond-backs were unable to get him in withthe tying run.

Jimmy Burke pitched 4+ inningsfor the D’backs and was outstandingas he struck out nine and did notallow a walk. D’back Mike Belloturned in a solid performance, split-ting time at shortstop and catcher.

Joseph Del Prete, Dan Gilman,Philip Rosenkrantz and Paul Longsonplayed well in the outfield. RyanAyala and Dylan McMahon split timeat the third base for the Diamond-backs and did a good job, whileCourtney Bifani was her usual steadyself at first.

Offensively, Adam Brous and Setteeach collected 2 hits on the day while

Danny Jones, Burke and Bifani strokedone apiece. Jones and Brous collectedthe Diamondbacks RBI while Burkeand Jones scored their only runs.

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE

2002 MUNICIPAL BUDGETTOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS

COUNTY OF UNIONFOR THE CALENDAR YEAR ENDING

DECEMBER 31, 2002Revenue and Appropriation Summaries

SUMMARY OF REVENUES ANTICIPATED2002 2001

1. Surplus $1,913,000.00 $2,400,000.002. Total Miscellaneous Revenues $5,218,685.03 $4,980,616.833. Receipts from Delinquent Taxes $620,000.00 $620,000.004. Local Tax for Municipal Purposes $10,164,822.61 $9,627,509.02

Total General Revenues $17,916,507.64 $17,628,125.85

FINALSUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS 2002 BUDGET 2001 BUDGET

1. Operating Expenses: Salaries & Wages $7,291,549.00 $7,243,480.00Other Expenses $7,536,770.00 $7,060,228.11

2. Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations $435,262.64 $495,761.743. Capital Improvements $10,000.00 $15,000.004. Debt Service $1,292,926.00 $1,463,656.005. Reserve for Uncollected Taxes $1,350,000.00 $1,350,000.00

Total General Appropriations $17,916,507.64 $17,628,128.85Total Number of Employees 130 131

BALANCE OF OUTSTANDING DEBTGENERAL

Interest $1,483,191.00Principal $11,394,510.00Outstanding Balance $12,877,701.00

Notice is hereby given that the budget and tax resolution was approved by the Township Council of theTownship of Scotch Plains, County of Union, on April 9, 2002.

A Hearing on the budget and tax resolution will be held at the Municipal Building on May 14, 2002 at8:00 o’clock P.M., at which time and place objections to the Budget and Tax Resolution for the year 2002may be presented by taxpayers or other interested persons.

Copies of the budget are available in the office of Barbara Riepe, Township Clerk, at the MunicipalBuilding, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, 07076, (908) 322-6700, during the hours of 9:00A.M. to 4:30 P.M.1 T - 5/2/02, The Times Fee: $130.05

PUBLIC NOTICEBOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE

TOWN OF WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THATsealed bids will be received by the Board ofEducation of the Town of Westfield, NewJersey, in the Board at Education office, 302Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090,at 1:00 PM, (Prevailing Time) on May 23,2002 at which time bids will be publiclyopened and read aloud for:

"CONSTRUCTION OF GIRLS'ATHLETIC COMPLEX, R-3206"

Plans and Specifications will he availableon May 6, 2002.

Plans, specifications, form of bid, con-tract and bond for the proposed work andother contract documents thereto, as pre-pared by M. Disko Associates, are on file intheir offices at 151 Sumner Avenue,Kenilworth, New Jersey 07033, and may beexamined at the office of M. Disko Associ-ates during normal business hours.

Bidders will be furnished with a copy ofthe Plans and Specifications by the Engi-neer, upon proper notice and payment of acheck for One Hundred ($100.00) Dollarsfor each set, payable to M. DISKO ASSO-CIATES, said cost being the reproductionprice of the documents and is not return-able.

Proposal forms (as contained in the Speci-fications) provide for the awarding of all thework to the lowest qualified bidder under asingle contract.

The guaranty accompanying the bid shallbe given in the amount of ten percent (10%)of the bid and may be given at the option ofthe bidder by a Certified Check or Bid Bondfrom a reputable insurance company.

If the bid exceeds $20,000.00 bidder mustbe prequalified by the New Jersey Depart-ment of the treasury, Division of Buildingand Construction, prior to the date bids arereceived, Any bid submitted under the termsof the New Jersey statues not including acopy of a valid and active Prequalification/Classification Certificate will be rejected asbeing nonresponsive to bid requirements.

All bidders must be prequalified in accor-dance with Chapter 105, Laws of 1962, asamended by Chapter 188, Laws of 1968 asset forth in Instructions to Bidders.

Labor in connection with the project shallbe paid not less than wages as listed inPrevailing Wage Rate Determination pur-suant to Chapter 150 of the New JerseyLaws of 1963, or the U. S. Department ofLabor Wage Determinations, whichever arehigher for each class of labor.

Bidding shall be in conformance with theapplicable requirements of N.S.J.A.18A:18A-1 et seq., pertaining to the "PublicSchool Contracts Law".

Bidders are required to comply with therequirements of Affirmative Action Regula-tion P.L. 1975, Chapter 127 (NJAC 17:27).

Bids may be held by the Board of Educa-tion for a period not to exceed sixty (60) daysfrom the date of the opening of Bids for thepurpose of reviewing the bids and investi-gating the qualifications of bidders, prior toawarding of the Contract.

The Board of Education reserves the rightto reject any or all bids if in its judgement thepublic interest will be served by so doing.

By order of the Board of Education, West-field, New Jersey.

Robert BermanBusiness Administrator

1 T - 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICETOWN OF WESTFIELD

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

INVITATION TO BID

Sealed proposals will be received by the Town of Westfield in the Council Chambers atthe Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at 10:00 AMprevailing time on Monday. May 20, 2002, for the “Improvement of Lawrence Avenue”.

The work under this Proposal includes the furnishing of all labor, materials and equipmentnecessary to complete the work as shown on the Contract Drawings and described in theContract Specifications, and Proposals shall be in accordance with such Drawings andSpecifications and the terms proposed in the Contract.

The major items of work tinder this contract include, but are not limited to, the following inestimated quantities:

1,500 square yards of 4 inches thick stabilized base course16,000 square yards of 2 inches thick surface course9,600 square yards of 1-1/2 inches thick millingReset 8 manhole rims2,250 L.F-of granite block curb2.000 S.F-of 4 inches thick concrete

The successful bidder shall start construction ten (10) days after notice of award ofContract is given, and shall complete all work within forty-five (45) calendar days after noticeto proceed.

Proposals shall be in writing on the forms furnished and must be delivered at the place andbefore the hour above mentioned, and must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bondpayable to the Town of Westfield in an amount equal to at least ten percent (10%) of the baseamount of the bid, but not less than $500.00 nor more than $20,000.00. Each bid must alsobe accompanied by a Surety Company Certificate stating that said Surety company willprovide the bidder with the required Performance bond in the full amount of the Contract, bya Non-Collusion Affidavit and a Contractor’s Qualification Statement. Statement of Owner-ship, on the forms included in and explained in the contract documents.

Bidders must be in compliance with all provisions of Chapter 127 P. L. 1975 supplementto the law against discrimination (Affirmative Action) and must pay workmen the prevailingwage rates promulgated by the New Jersey State Department of Labor and Industry for thisproject, copies of which are on file in the Office of the Town engineer.

Plans and specifications may be seen or procured ($50) at the office of the Town Engineer.Public Works Center, 959 North Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey. The Mayor andCouncil reserve the right to reject any bid, and to waive any informality in any bid, if in theinterest of the Town, it is deemed advisable to do so.

Kenneth B. MarshTown Engineer

1 T - 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $69.32


DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

I. BACKGROUND:The Town of Westfield requires professional architectural services for renovations to the

Public Works Complex, located at 959 North Avenue West. The complex currently housesthe Public Works, Engineering, Zoning and Building Departments, and is currently in theprocess of expanding its office space. Due to limited conditions within the existing building,along with updating the facility to conform to building standards and requirements, the Townhas endorsed renovations to the facility.

The Town is soliciting bidders to develop a design for modifications to existing facility toprovide restrooms, with ADA accessibility, including the addition of public restrooms.

It is the Town’s goal to complete the production of construction documents in advance ofAugust 31, 2002.

II. SCOPE:Phase I – Detailed Plans and Specifications – up to and including design documents,

assistance with the bid process, and award of construction contract.Phase II – Resident Observation Services – the Town may have interest in such services

or other appropriate construction phase services.The Town may award a contract for any one or all of the above phases of work. Proposals

should address all project phases.

III. REQUIRED INFORMATION:The response to this request shall include the following, at a minimum:

1. Firm name, mailing address, e-mail address, telephone and fax numbers.2. The type of services for which the firm is qualified.3. Name of the principles of the firm.4. Name of key personnel who will supervise this project, their experience with

comparable work and their length of time in this specific field.5. Name of proposed staff who will perform this work, their experience with comparable

work and their length of time in this specific field.6. Examples of similar work in this field on which the firm was principle and/or

consultant and the name and current phone number of a reference familiar with thework of the consultant.

7. Current projects underway, estimated costs of each and the name and currentphone number of a reference familiar with the work of the consultant.

8. The above information should be furnished for each of the consultants or specialiststhat you intend to use.

9. Additional information you feel should be considered on our selection process andwhich also shows your firm’s ability to perform the work.

10. Anticipated range of fees for each project phase shown above.11. Twenty (20) copies of the proposal (no faxes).12. Projected project schedule, which conforms to the Town’s timetable goals included

in Section I. BACKGROUND.

Proposals shall be submitted by June 1, 2002 to the following address:

Town of WestfieldTown Engineer

959 North Avenue WestWestfield, NJ 07090

(908) 789-4100

IV. SELECTION CRITERIA:The selection criteria to be used shall include:a. Qualification of the individuals who will perform the tasks and the estimated

amounts of their respective participation.b. Experience and references.c. Ability to perform the task in a timely fashion, including staffing and familiarity with

subject matter.d. Past performance with the Town.e. Cost competitiveness.f. Any other items that the municipality deems necessary for evaluation of proposals

and the award of a contract.The Town’s selection of a proposer shall not result in a proposal-based contract, but would

enable the negotiation of a contract between the Town and proposer.Issuance of this RFP does not commit the Town of Westfield to award a contract, to pay

any costs incurred in preparation of a response to this request, or to procure or contract anyservices or supplies. The Town reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, and toresolicit.

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, the Town prohibits discrimination onthe basis of race, creed, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, disabilityor national origin. Minority and women’s business enterprises will be afforded full consid-eration and are encouraged to respond.1 T - 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $122.40

SP-F Soccer Rebels FallTo Shooting Stars, 4-2

The Scotch Plains-FanwoodRebels U10 soccer team met theundefeated Bridgewater ShootingStars and lost 4-2 on April 21.

Rebels Morgan Burke and KimMany put together several good of-fensive plays that were turned backby the Bridgewater goalie. AllyPrestridge, Becky Krakora and De-von Daly, along with goalie KathrynDinizo, anchored a strong Rebel de-fense that thwarted the persistentShooting Star offense to end the firstquarter with both teams scoreless.

In the second quarter, MichelleGoldberg and Colleen Sweeney bothsent shots that were just wide. Rebeldefender Sarah Canfield andmidfielders Cassie Zito and LyndseyDouglas turned away severalBridgewater offensive attempts. Thehalf ended, 0-0.

At the start of the second half,Sweeney drilled a shot up tomidfielder Burke who had a

breakaway. As the goalie came out,Burke punched the ball into the cor-ner of the net. The Shooting Starsquickly put together their own playto tie the game. Bridgewater contin-ued to pressure the Rebels.

Sweeney made an amazing save infront of the net but the Shooting Starsfound another way to score, taking a2-1 lead. In the fourth quarter, Dalycrossed to Jen Kickenweitz who fireda high shot into the crossbar andbounced down. Many was there andperfectly tapped in the ball into thenet. The Shooting Stars found open-ings and scored the last two goals.

Jill & Jack Road RaceSet for Kehler Stadium

The 6th Annual Jill & Jack 5KRoad Race to benefit The EducationFund of Westfield will be held onSaturday, June 15, at Kehler Stadiumin Westfield. The public is invited toparticipate in any of four differentevents planned for that day.

The Jill and Jack 5K race featuresthe 2002 Women’s Games Champi-onship at 8:30 a.m. Prize money willbe awarded to the first three womenfinishers. First prize is $100, secondprize $50, and third prize $25.

The Square Mile Road Race be-gins at 9:20 a.m. The Jack and JillBucket Race will begin at 9:50 a.m.The new activity is the Kids’ Gamesfor all children grades K through 8.Participants will have the opportu-nity to compete in running, jumpingand throwing contests. These activi-ties begin at 11:00 a.m.

For applications and additionalinformation please call (732) 381-0318 or (908) 317-9813 or go to thewebsite at www.OYMP.net.

HELP WANTED

PT- Residential Light Const-ruction, Carpentry, Painting,Woodworking etc. Union CountyArea. Experienced Preferred.

Call (908) 232-6799

AUTO FOR SALE

2001 SAAB VIGGEN 9 3: 6,000miles, Silver, owned for 7 months,must sell, owner has moved toNYC. Call Ryan with an offer.

(201) 247-7926.

HELP WANTED

Dental Hygenist part-time,Westfield. Seeking enthusiasticteam member for our preventionoriented practice. Tuesday 2-8P.M. Thursday 8-5:30 P.M. Tel.908-232-6132 Fax 908-232-5377

AUTO FOR SALE

95 MERCURY SABLE LS: 84k mil,Exc. Cond., Large. V6, Leather,Climate Control, Moonroof, 1 owner,dealer maint. $4,800 or b/o. Call(908) 769-8118 or (732) 448-2650.

GARAGE SALE

Community Tag Sale to benefitCWF, May 5, 9AM Rain or Shine1801 East 2nd St. Scotch Plains(across from Hershey’s) furniture,home decor items, clothes, bakedgoodies and lots of other treasures.

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Friday, May 3, 9 AM - 1 PMGreat Stuff

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FURNITURE FOR SALE

5 Piece Ratan Sunporch Set -Love Seat, 2 Chairs, Ottoman

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HELP WANTED

Quality Day Camp in MorrisCounty has staff openings in thefollowing areas: Swim (LGT orWSI), High ropes, Sports,Photography and Roller Hockey.

Please call 973-895-3200 oremail us at [email protected].

HELP WANTED

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDWestfield Volunteer RescueSquad seeks persons willing totrain as Emergency MedicalTechnicians. No prior exp.needed. Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req.,min. 4 hrs/wk. We offer 24 hr.coverage. Wkday 9am - 1 pm or1-5pm slots are perfect for par-ents of school children. Childcarereimbursement available!Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min.2 hrs./wk. All training provided.

Call the Recruiting Team at(908) 233-2500 for details

FLOOR REFINISHING

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SP-F Sparx DefeatSoccer Gals, 3-1

The Scotch Plains-Fanwood U11Sparx soccer team coming off a dis-appointing loss to Millburn defeatedthe Soccer Gals from Franklin Town-ship, 3-1, on April 21.

The Soccer Gals scored first in theopening minutes but the Sparxquickly answered when JennieAltman popped in a shot. Very strongin the backfield, Samantha Bremer,Sheryl Markovitz and StephanieGlover persistently shut down allGals’ scoring attempts. Goalie JaclynLaw rejected the few shots that didslip into the backfield and punted theball back into Franklin territory. ErikaWhite scored her first goal with ahigh shot to put the Sparx in front 2-1.

In the second half, midfieldersJenna McGarry, Brittney Veeck andKim Shelus all had good shots tokeep the Franklin goalie busy bypushing the ball up to the front line ofCorrine Walker, Allison Goldberg,Becca VonLangen and OliviaFrancavilla who also took severalshots. Walker found the back of thenet for the third goal.


OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERSNOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD

Date Adopted: April 25, 2002Public Notice is hereby given that the

Union County Board of Chosen Freehold-ers has awarded a contract without com-petitive bidding as a professional service orextraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu-ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con-tract and the resolution authorizing it isavailable for public inspection in the Officeof the Clerk of the Board.


AWARDED TO: Garrubbo, Romankov &Rinaldo, 53 Cardinal Drive, Westfield, NewJersey

SERVICES: To provide legal counsel formatters related to Union County’s wasteflow control over solid waste.

AMOUNT: In an additional amount not toexceed $40,000 for a new total contractamount not to exceed $455,000.


1 T – 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $23.97






AWARDED TO: Kathy Hatfield, Esq. ofSchenck Price Smith & King, 10 Washing-ton Street, Morristown, New Jersey

SERVICES: Representing the Board ofChosen Freeholders and the County of Unionin the matter entitled Espinosa v. Board ofChosen Freeholders.

AMOUNT: in an additional amount not toexceed $20,000 for a new total contract notto exceed $25,000


1 T – 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $24.99

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Westfield AARP ChapterPosts Meeting and Trips

WESTFIELD – Westfield AreaChapter No. 4137 of the AmericanAssociation of Retired Persons(AARP) will hold its regular monthlymeeting on Monday, May 6, at ThePresbyterian Church in Westfield.

The social period with refresh-ments will begin at 1 p.m., to befollowed by a brief business meetingat 1:30 p.m. Afterwards, guest speakerJames Gildea, Westfield Town Ad-ministrator, will explain “The ManyFunctions Available by Town Gov-ernments.”

For this meeting only, free identi-fication photographs will be takenby the Union County Sheriff’s De-partment starting at noon. For moreinformation, please call WilliamLemke at (908) 232-5818.

Donations of canned and boxedgrocery items are requested for thosein need as part of the AARP chapter’sCommunity Service Program.

In addition, knitting and crochet-ing yarns are needed by the chapter’sKnitting Group, who make hats,shrugs and lap robes for patients atRunnells Specialized Hospital ofUnion County in Berkeley Heights.

The chapter’s Annual Spring Lun-cheon will be held at noon on Mon-day, June 3, at The Westwood inGarwood. An international buffet willbe featured, including dessert withcoffee and tea, plus wine and soda.Musical entertainment will be pro-vided by the Golden Lights, a 30-member ensemble.

The cost, including tips, for mem-bers as well as guests is $18. Reser-

vations may be made by calling Lun-cheon Chairwoman Marie Stock at(908) 925-2536.

A bus trip to Atlantic City is sched-uled for Wednesday, May 15, at acost of $18, with a $14 coin rebate.The group will leave at 8:30 a.m.from the Lord & Taylor parking loton North Avenue for Caesar’s PalaceHotel and Casino. For information,please call (908) 232-7153.

An overnight trip is planned forWednesday and Thursday, Septem-ber 18 and 19, to the Sight and SoundMillennium Theatre in Strasburg, Pa.,to see Daniel, with a special back-stage tour and a stay at the deluxeWillow Grove Resort. Dinner will beat Miller’s Smorgasbord Restaurant.

Reservations cost $182 for doubleaccommodations, $234 for single and$168 for triple, and may be made bycalling (908) 232-7153.

A new sightseeing tour has beenplanned for Tuesday through Thurs-day, October 15 to 17, of popular andhistoric sites in Philadelphia and thenearby area.

Most meals are included, togetherwith a special dinner while partici-pants watch the sight and sound ex-travaganza at the Lily Langtry The-ater. Admission will be paid to theLongwood Gardens.

Rates are $286 for double, triple orquadruple accommodations and $371for single for the multi-night stayover.

Trips and Tours Co-ChairwomanMarie Stauder may also be called, at(908) 889-6769, for informationabout a trip called “Country Christ-mas in Nashville and Gatlinburg”from Thursday to Wednesday, De-cember 5 to 11.J. Winthrop to Hold Event

For Breast Cancer ResearchWESTFIELD – J. Winthrop & Co.

will host a special “Ribbons for Life”event to raise funds for the VeraBradley Foundation for Breast Can-cer from Saturday to Saturday, May4 to 11, during its annual trunk show.

Members of the community areinvited to purchase a pink breastcancer awareness ribbon in honor orin memory of a loved one.

For $5, a ribbon will be personal-ized with the honoree’s name. Theribbons will be displayed at J.Winthrop, located at 233 North Av-enue, East, in Westfield.

Donors will be entered in a draw-ing for Vera Bradley items. Proceedsfrom “Ribbons for Life” will benefitthe Vera Bradley Foundation for

Breast Cancer.“Many of our customers have

been affected by this elusive dis-ease, and we want to become in-volved in the cure,” said Jo AnnYanni, the owner of J. Winthrop.The “Ribbons for Life” campaignis one of several projects spon-sored by Vera Bradley to supportbreast cancer research.

J. Winthrop will also introduce anew Vera Bradley pattern called“Hope,” designed to raise money forthe Vera Bradley Foundation forBreast Cancer. A percentage of theprofits from “Hope” sales will godirectly to the Foundation.

For further information, please callMs. Yanni at (908) 232-8199.





RESOLUTION NO. 473-2002AWARDED TO: Direct Supply, 6767

North Industrial Road, Milwaukee, Wiscon-sin

SERVICES: To purchase hospital sup-plies and equipment for patients/residentsof Runnells Specialized Hospital.

PERIOD: 4/1/02 - 12/31/02COST: $20,000


1 T – 5/2/02, The Leader Fee: $22.44



MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGIS-TRATION SYSTEMS, INC., PLAINTIFFvs. NILZA B. DELFINO, ET AL, DEFEN-DANT.

CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION,DATED JANUARY 31, 2002 FOR SALEOF MORTGAGED PREMISES.

By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex-ecution to me directed I shall expose for saleby public vendue, at the Union County Ad-ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer-sey on WEDNESDAY THE 29TH DAY OFMAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after-noon of said day. All successful biddersmust have 20% of their bid available in cashor certified check at the conclusion of thesales.

The judgment amount is TWO-HUN-DRED FORTY ONE THOUSAND NINE-HUNDRED SIXTY SEVEN & 76/100($241,967.76).

All that certain tract or parcel of land andpremises situate, lying and being in theCITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY07202, County of UNION and State of NewJersey.

Also known as Tax Lot 262 in Block 4 onthe Tax Assessment map of the CITY ofELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07202.

More commonly known as 602 BRITTONSTREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY07202.

BEING LOT 153 ON BLOCK 7 ON MAPENTITLED “HOUSING DEVELOPMENT,ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY, STANDARDOIL COMPANY”’ SURVEYED FEBRUARY1, 1922 BY J.L. BAUER, CIVIL ENGINEERAND SURVEYOR, ELIZABETH, NEWJERSEY, FILED JUNE 29, 1922 AS MAPNO. 69-C.

PREMISES BEING MORE PARTICU-LARLY DESCRIBED IN ACCORDANCEWITH A SURVEY MADE BY RUDOLFOPIERRI, P.L.S. DATED AUGUST 20, 1998AS FOLLOWS:

BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THESOUTHERLY SIDELINE OF BRITTONSTREET DISTANT 44.00 FEET WEST-ERLY FROM ITS INTERSECTION WITHTHE WESTERLY SIDELINE OFCLARKSON AVENUE, IF EXTENDED,AND RUNNING THENCE:

1. SOUTH 10 DEGREES 19 MINUTESWEST 100.00 FEET TO A POINT;THENCE

2. NORTH 79 DEGREES 41 MINUTESWEST 44.00 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE

3. NORTH 10 DEGREES 19 MINUTESEAST 100.00 FEET TO A POINT IN THESOUTHERLY SIDELINE OF BRITTONSTREET; THENCE

4. ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY SIDE-LINE OF BRITTON STREET, SOUTH 79DEGREES 41 MINUTES EAST 44.00FEET TO THE POINT AND PLACE OFBEGINNING.

There is due approximately the sum ofTWO-HUNDRED FIFTY EIGHT THOU-SAND FOUR HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE &80/100 ($258,481.80) together with lawfulinterest and costs.




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MARSHMALLOWS AROUND THE CAMPFIRE…Linda Hayes of Edisonsupervises sons Eddie, age five, and Ryan, age eight, along with Molly Pryblski,age seven, of Westfield. The children prepared marshmallows at the end of the“Animal Neighbors” program at the Trailside Nature and Science Center.

Overlook Golf TourneyOn Tap at Canoe Brook

SUMMIT – The 12th Annual Over-look Hospital Golf Tournament willtake place on Monday, May 13, at theCanoe Brook Country Club in Summit.

Sponsored by Fleet Bank, the eventwill be a festive day on the greenscapped by the awarding of prizes,including hole-in-one cars, cashprizes and a golfing vacation to acastle in Ireland. Registration is opento all individuals and businesses.

All proceeds from this event willbenefit the $15 million expansion ofOverlook Hospital’s EmergencyDepartment, which will feature anew component dedicated to treat-ing pediatric emergencies.

“We are pleased to support theOverlook Hospital Annual Golf Tour-nament,” said Doug Kennedy, ViceChairman of Fleet New Jersey andChairman of the Tournament Com-

mittee. “Fleet is committed to sup-porting organizations in communi-ties throughout our state.”

Warm-ups at the driving range anda buffet lunch will precede the “shot-gun start” at 12:45 p.m. sharp. Thegolfing will culminate at 6 p.m. withthe Million Dollar Shootout, as eightgolfers, who qualify by skill, tee offfor the grand prize.

The registration fee of $950 forindividuals and $3,600 for foursomesincludes an entire day of golf, buffetlunch and awards buffet reception.Green fees, caddy or cart, gratuitiesand complimentary photographs arealso included in the package.

A Golf Corporate Club Sponsor-ship is available for $4,100. It in-cludes a sponsor sign on the course,a company listing in the golf pro-gram and eight door prize tickets.Additional sponsorship opportuni-ties are also available.

For more information or to regis-ter, please call Sue Thomas, Over-look Hospital Foundation, at (908)522-2841.

PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of: STEPHEN KOSTOVICH, De-ceased

Pursuant to the order of James S. LaCorte,Surrogate of the County of Union, made onthe 26TH day of APRIL, A.D. 2002, uponthe application of the undersigned, as EX-ECUTOR of the estate of said deceased,notice is hereby given to the creditors of saiddeceased to exhibit to the subscriber underoath or affirmation their claims and de-mands against the estate of said deceasedwithin six months from the date of saidorder, or they will be forever barred fromprosecuting or recovering the same againstthe subscriber.

IRENE A. KOSTOVICHEXECUTOR

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RESOLUTION NO. 461-2002AWARDED TO: Somerset Home for Tem-

porarily Displaced Children, 49 BrahmaAvenue, PO Box 6871, Bridgewater, NewJersey

SERVICES: To provide 24 hour emer-gency temporary shelter for court orderedUnion County Youth unable to stay in privateshelter homes and pending space availabil-ity.

PERIOD: 3/1/02 - 12/31/02COST: $20,000


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Mothers & More SetsDate For Welcome Tea

CRANFORD – Mothers & Morewill host its annual Welcome Tea fornew members on Wednesday, May15, at 7:30 p.m.

The event, to be held at the HansonHouse at 45 Springfield Avenue inCranford, will feature games, doorprizes and food.

Mothers & More is a support groupfor mothers who have chosen to altertheir career paths in order to stay athome and care for their children.

The Union County chapter offersweekly play groups, mom’s nightout, mom-and-tot outings and bi-monthly meetings featuring varioustopics, among other activities.

New members are always wel-come. Anyone interested in joiningthe organization may attend a groupmeeting to become acquainted withmembers prior to joining. For fur-ther information, please call Heidiat (908) 810-7165 or Patty at (908)497-1286.

Mr. O’Donnell ElectedTo Managers BoardWESTFIELD – Edward

O’Donnell, of Westfield, has beenelected to The Provident Bank’sBoard of Managers. Mr.O’Donnell is actively engaged intransportation consulting and in-vesting through his company,Tradelinks Transport, Inc.

He and his wife, Sheila, havetwo grown children.


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Nature Club Plans Meeting;Upcoming May Activities

MOUNTAINSIDE – The GreaterWatchung Nature Club will meet onTuesday, May 7, at 8 p.m. in theCourthouse of the Municipal Build-ing in Mountainside.

The evening’s program will begiven by Holly Hoffman, Directorof the Trailside Museum, whose talkwill highlight various points of in-terest in Turkey, from Istanbul toAnkara.

She will discuss the ancient ruinsseen in that country, the fantasticgeological formations of Cappadociaand diverse cultural sites.

Three Walker Walks will takeplace this month. The first will bethis Sunday, May 5, at the LenapePark Trap and Skeet area, locatedoff of Springfield Avenue inCranford, opposite NomaheganPark. It will be held from 7 to 9 a.m.Snacks will follow at 9 a.m.

Another walk will be held on Sun-day, May 12, from 7 to 9 a.m., fromthe Deserted Village in the WatchungReservation at the end of CataractHollow Road off Glenside Avenuein Mountainside. Refreshments willbe provided at the end of the walk.

The final Walker Walk is sched-uled for Sunday, May 19, from 7 to9 a.m. at Seeley’s Pond in the

Watchung Reservation. Participantswill meet in the parking lot off ofValley Road, on the border ofMountainside and Scotch Plains. Afull breakfast will follow.

To make reservations for thebreakfast, please sign up atTuesday’s meeting or call ClareMinik at (908) 518-0199.

On Saturday, May 11, the clubwill sponsor a trip to WhittinghamTract to view birds and botany. Ms.Hoffman will lead the group to the“Big Spring” that is the source ofthe Pequest River. Participants willmeet at 7 a.m. at the south sideFanwood train station on South Av-enue and should bring lunch.

On Saturday, May 25, the club willsponsor a trip, led by Andy Lame, toGarrett Mountain in Paterson, PassaicCounty, to look for warblers andother rare birds. Participants are askedto bring lunch and binoculars.

Guests are always welcome atNature Club meetings and on trips.

Annual Trailside Pet FairTo Feature Many Events

MOUNTAINSIDE – The 23rdAnnual Pet Fair will be presentedby the Union County Board of Cho-sen Freeholders at the TrailsideNature and Science Center inMountainside this Sunday, May 5,from noon to 5 p.m.

Featured attractions will includea sled dog demonstration, theSkyhoundz Frisbee Dogs, guideddog walks, pony rides by Swift Farmsand a talk on reptile care, pluschildren’s games, crafts and facepainting. Animal welfare organiza-tions will provide pet care informa-tion and bring animals that are avail-able for adoption.

Kathy Murarik of the New JerseySled Dog Club will return to dem-onstrate her sled dog team. She andher team will “pull” off theafternoon’s first demonstration at12:30 p.m., with her dogs hitched toa sled specially modified for theNew Jersey terrain.

The Union County Sheriff’s K-9Division will be featured at 1:30p.m.

At 2 p.m., the Sidewinders ReptileClub will introduce the pros andcons of reptile care with live snakes,lizards, geckos and bearded dragons.

The Skyhoundz Frisbee dogs willdemonstrate feats of canine athlet-ics by jumping and flipping forFrisbees at 2:30 p.m.

Concluding the featured presen-tations will be the annual stray petcontest for adopted dogs sponsoredby People for Animals, to be held at4:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded forbest trick, fastest tail wagger andother events. Entrees will be ac-cepted until 3:30 p.m. that day for anominal fee.

Throughout the afternoon, Dr.Robert Markowitz of the BoulevardVet Clinic and Dr. Neil Bloom of St.George Veterinary Hospital will beon hand to answer visitors’ ques-tions on animal behavior, exotic pets,Lyme disease and other health-re-lated topics.

The Mighty Cavits and Rodents4H Club will discuss how to care forand handle rabbits, hamsters, hedge-hogs and other small mammals. Ca-nine Companions for Independencewill also be represented at the event.

Various adoption agencies andanimal-related businesses are alsoscheduled to appear at the Pet Fair.Admission is $1 and children age 6and younger may attend for free.

Trailside, located at 452 NewProvidence Road in Mountainside,is a facility of the Union CountyDepartment of Parks and Recreation.For more information on this eventor summer programs, please call(908) 789-3670.

Madeline Neumann to SpeakAt 200 Club Awards LuncheonMOUNTAINSIDE – More than

400 people are expected to turn outon Friday, May 10, at L’Affaire inMountainside to honor Union Countypolice and firefighters who have beenselected for bravery performed dur-ing the year 2001.

During the Valor Awards Lun-cheon, each of the honorees willreceive the prestigious Two HundredClub Medal of Valor for efforts aboveand beyond the call of duty. Fourpolice officers and four firefighterswill be recognized at the upcomingevent.

This year’s guest speaker will beMadeline Neumann, President of theGarden State Survivors, an organiza-tion dedicated to helping familiesthat have lost a police officer in theline of duty. She was married only

two months herself when her hus-band was gunned down a number ofyears ago.

In addition to the Medal of Valorpresentations, the club will an-nounce the five high school seniorswho have been selected from morethan 25 applicants to receive theAcademic Scholarship for excel-lence. Each student is the child of apolice officer or firefighter servingin Union County.

Tickets are $45 each and may beobtained by calling the Two Hun-dred Club office at (908) 322-2422.The luncheon will begin with anopen bar at 11:30 a.m.

EARTH AWARENESS…Carlene Palia of Westfield holds a bird box while six-year-old Sophia performs an adult job of nailing it together. The two were partof the Hike “Backyard vs. Nature’s Yard” class, which was part of the EarthAwareness program.

PUBLIC NOTICETOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS

INVITATION TO BID

Invitations are extended to qualified Bid-ders to bid for the following Project:

Purchase of chemicals, seeds and fer-tilizers for maintenance of Scotch HillGolf Course and Recreation Facilities

Bids will be accepted only by mail or inperson to the Office of the Township Clerk,Scotch Plains Municipal Building, 430 ParkAvenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076(ATTN: Barbara Riepe, Township Clerk)until May 15, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. The Town-ship of Scotch Plains (hereinafter “Town-ship”) shall not be responsible for any bidmailed which is lost in transit or deliveredlate by the Postal Service. At the above time,the bids will be publicly opened and readaloud. All bids must be presented in sealedenvelopes which are clearly marked “ScotchPlains Township Chemical Bids”, 430Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey07076”. No bid will be received after the timeand date specified.

After receipt of bids, no bid may be with-drawn within sixty (60) days after the date ofthe bid opening except if provided for herein.The bid of any Bidder who consents to anextension may be held for consideration fora longer period of time as may be agreedupon between Bidder and the Township.

All bids must be on the bid forms providedby the Township of Scotch Plains in the BidPackage. Specifications and bid forms maybe obtained from the Office of Recreation,Municipal Building, Township of ScotchPlains, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Bid proposals and all required documentsmust be completed and submitted by thedate as set forth above. All documents in theenclosed Bid Package must accompany thebid proposal.

In addition to the above documents, acertified check, cashier’s check or bid bondissued by a responsible bank, trust com-pany or insurance company, payable to theTownship of Scotch Plains shall be submit-ted with each bid as a guaranty that if acontract is awarded the Bidder shall ex-ecute said Contract. The Bid Security shallbe in the amount of ten percent (10%) of thetotal amount of the bid or Twenty ThousandDollars ($20,000.00), whichever is lower.

All bid Security, except the Bid Security ofthe three (3) apparent lowest responsibleBidders shall, if requested in writing, bereturned after ten (10) days from the open-ing of the bids (Sundays and holiday ex-cepted) and the bids of such Bidders shallbe considered withdrawn.

The Township reserves the right to rejectany or all bids, and to waive immaterialinformalities, all in accordance with the NewJersey Local Public Contracts Law N.J.S.A.40A:11 1 et seq. In the event of an equal ortie bid, the Township shall award the bid inaccordance with state statutes.

The Township also reserves the right toreject any and all bids if sufficient funds arenot available and/or appropriated.

The selected Bidder, will, within seven (7)days of award of the bid, enter into anappropriate contact with the Township.

All Bidders must comply with P.L. 1975,Chapter 127, entitled “An Act Relating toAffirmative Action in Relation to Discrimina-tion in Connection with Certain Public Con-tracts and Supplementing the ‘Law AgainstDiscrimination’ approved April 16, 1945 (P.L.1945, Chapter 169)”, N.J.A.C. 17:27, asamended from time to time, and the Ameri-cans With Disability Act.

BY ORDER OF THE TOWNSHIP OFSCOTCH PLAINS OF THE COUNTY OFUNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY.

Thomas AtkinsMunicipal Manager

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Union County Board of Chosen Freehold-ers has awarded a contract without com-petitive bidding as a professional service orextraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu-ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(M). This contractand the resolution authorizing it is availablefor public inspection in the Office of theClerk of the Board.

RESOLUTION NO. 487-2002AWARDED TO: Loyds of London, c/o

Continental Marmorstein & Malone, PO Box586, Paramus, New Jersey

SERVICES: Renewal of Lawyer’s Pro-fessional Liability Policy

PERIOD: 5/1/02 - 5/1/03COST: $95,382

AWARDED TO: Princeton Insurance Co.,746 Alexander Road, Princeton, New Jer-sey

SERVICES: Renewal of Lawyer’s Pro-fessional Liability Policy for Raymond Lanza,D.O.

PERIOD: 5/1/02 - 5/1/03COST: $13,664.95

AWARDED TO: Princeton Insurance Co.,746 Alexander Road, Princeton, New Jer-sey

SERVICES: Renewal of Lawyer’s Pro-fessional Liability Policy for Young S. Hahn,M.D.

PERIOD: 5/1/02 - 5/1/03COST: $2,937.66


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PUBLIC NOTICEBOROUGH OF FANWOOD

PLANNING BOARD

Notice is hereby given that the PLAN-NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OFFANWOOD after public hearing grantedapproval to Mr. & Mrs. Tim Barnes to erecta fence on the property at 143 SecondStreet, Fanwood, New Jersey being Block110 Lot 14.

Documents pertaining to this applicationare available for public inspection at theBorough Hall during normal business hours.

Mr. & Mrs. Tim Barnes143 Second Street

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CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGECORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. PABLOTEJEDA, SINGLE; RAUL COSS, MAR-RIED; ELSA TEJEDA, DEFENDANT.


By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex-ecution to me directed I shall expose for saleby public vendue, at the Union County Ad-ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer-sey on WEDNESDAY THE 15TH DAY OFMAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after-noon of said day. All successful biddersmust have 20% of their bid available in cashor certified check at the conclusion of thesales.

The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDREDFIFTY FIVE THOUSAND EIGHT-HUN-DRED EIGHTY THREE & 85/100($155,883.85).

REAL ESTATE TAX DISCLOSUREIf designated below, there are liens in the

estimated sum as specified below. Plaintiffadvises that the municipal tax office shouldbe contacted to obtain any additional taxamounts that may be due.

1. Taxes: $662.16 first quarter year 20022. Water & Sewer Lien: $2,345.52 plus

interest, penalties and recording feesCONCISE DESCRIPTION1. The property to be sold is commonly

known as: 537 South Bond Street, Eliza-beth, New Jersey 07208

2. Tax Block No.: 1 Lot No.: 8723. Dimensions of lot: 100.00 x 32.004. Nearest cross street: Sixth StreetThere is due approximately the sum of

ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY NINE THOU-SAND NINE-HUNDRED THIRTY THREE& 28/100 ($169,933.28) together with lawfulinterest and costs.




HUBSCHMAN & ROMANATTORNEYS AT LAW318 Bergan BoulevardPalisades Park, New Jersey 07650CH-756526 - (WL)4 T - 4/18, 4/25, 5/2& 5/9/02 Fee: $199.92



WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE,INC., PLAINTIFF vs. GLORIA DUNNING,ET AL., DEFENDANT.

CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION,DATED FEBRUARY 5, 2001 FOR SALEOF MORTGAGED PREMISES.

By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex-ecution to me directed I shall expose for saleby public vendue, at the Union County Ad-ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer-sey on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OFMAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after-noon of said day. All successful biddersmust have 20% of their bid available in cashor certified check at the conclusion of thesales.

The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDREDFORTY ONE THOUSAND SEVEN-HUN-DRED EIGHTY NINE & 81/100($141,789.81).

The property to be sold is located in theCity of Elizabeth in the County of Union,New Jersey.

Commonly known as: 553 Jackson Av-enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207

Tax Lot No. 964 in Block 8Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 25

feet wide by 100 feet long.Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south-

easterly side of Jackson Avenue 100.8 feetfrom the northeasterly side of Julia Street.

There is due approximately the sum ofONE-HUNDRED SIXTY FOUR THOU-SAND SIX-HUNDRED TEN & 30/100($164,610.30) together with lawful interestand costs.




ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMANATTORNEYS1139 Spruce DrivePO Box 1024Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-00241-908-233-8500FILE NO. XFZ L 39733CH-755817 - (WL)4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09& 05/16/02 Fee: $189.72

Therapist Referral ServiceNow Offered In Westfield

WESTFIELD – The International1-800-Therapist Network is mak-ing its debut in Westfield this month.The network is a mental health re-ferral service that provides callerswith referrals to licensed mentalhealth professionals. This is a com-munity referral service. The real

value of the service is that it givesthe callers, who are usually uncer-tain about how to pick the righttherapist, the assurance that theywill be directed to a qualified spe-cialist who understands their spe-cific kind of problem. All our men-tal health professionals must havetheir licenses verified and their train-ing documented.

The American Mental Health Al-liance-NJ (AMHA) providing thisservice is comprised of therapistswho are very excited to bring thisneeded service to our community.For years we have been aware ofanxiety in callers’ voices trying tofind a therapist on their own. Withthis service, the caller can make amore informed decision.

The 1-800-Therapist network hasbeen applauded by the United StatesCongress for its exceptional work.The network is being utilized by theRed Cross, the United Way and theU.S. Department of Health and Hu-man Services and is recommendedby the National Mental Health As-sociation.

You may now reach 1-800-Thera-pist from New Jersey area codes201, 908, 732, and 609.

For more information aboutAMHA, therapists and critical inci-dent specialists, visit our website, atwww.americanmentalhealth.com orcall (908) 273-3971.

Westfield UNICOContinues Support

Of Counseling ServiceWESTFIELD – The Westfield

Chapter of UNICO National recentlymade a donation to Youth and Fam-ily Counseling Service (YFCS) ofWestfield, the eighth consecutiveyear UNICO has supported theagency.

YFCS provides support servicesto individuals and families in thecommunity.

UNICO is an Italian-Americanservice organization based upon theprinciple of “service above self.” Itsprojects include fundraising forscholarships, mental health andCooley’s Anemia, among othercauses.

Membership is open to anyone ofItalian heritage or the spouse of anItalian-American. For more infor-mation, please call Charles Grilloof (908) 654-3717 or send an emailto [email protected].

Workshop to FocusOn Return to Work

SUMMIT – The Women’s Re-source Center, located at 31 Wood-land Avenue in Summit, will hold aworkshop for individuals who arethinking of returning to work and/orchanging careers.

It is designed to help participantsdiscover their strengths and whatthey really want from their careers.

Phyllis Lieberman, center CareerCoordinator, will address issues suchas the value of unpaid experiences;how to rework a resume; where tofind contacts, and dealing with theconcern of stale skills.

The program will be held on Tues-day, May 7, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. atthe Women’s Resource Center. Thefee is $12 for members and $15 fornon-members.

To register by Saturday, May 4,please call the center at (908) 273-7253. For information about this andsimilar programs, please call the cen-ter or visit www.womensource.org.





RESOLUTION NO. 465-2002AWARDED TO: PMK Group, 1415

Wyckoff Road, Suite 206, Farmingdale, NewJersey

SERVICES: To provide health and safetycompliance services, and implementationand monitoring for the County of Union andits seven departments.

PERIOD: 4/1/02 - 4/1/03COST: Not to exceed $83,000.


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People For Animals to HoldBenefit Walk at NomaheganAREA – People for Animals, a

nonprofit animal welfare organiza-tion serving New Jersey, will hold itsannual Walk for Animals on Sunday,May 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. inNomahegan Park on Springfield Av-enue in Cranford, across from UnionCounty College.

All funds from the walk will bedonated to the People for Animals’pet rescue program.

Christine Nagy of radio stationZ100 is the honorary chairwomanfor the walk. She will be at the parkfor the early part of the event to meetparticipants and sign autographs.

The Walk for Animals covers twomiles, but this is not a distance event,according to Fran Moore, People for

Animals’ Event Coordinator. Sheemphasized that no one will be askedto walk a specified number of miles.

Individuals need not own a pet totake part in the walk. Participants areasked to make a donation or obtainpledges from sponsors.

In addition to the walk itself, therewill be refreshments, contests for thedogs, with prizes awarded, and adoggie bag of goodies for each ca-nine participant. To register or forfurther information, please call (908)688-1073 and select menu option 5.






AWARDED TO: Catholic CommunityCare Services, 505 South Avenue East,Cranford, New Jersey

SERVICES: (Replacing Community CareAlliance Corp.) for the purpose of providingcomprehensive employee assistance pro-gram and referral services to Union CountyEmployees and their families.


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AVSTAR MORTGAGE CORPORA-TION, PLAINTIFF vs. ROBERT TORRESAND MRS. ROBERT TORRES, HIS WIFE;DOMINGO FUENTES, ET ALS., DEFEN-DANT.

CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION,DATED JULY 5, 2000 FOR SALE OFMORTGAGED PREMISES.

By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex-ecution to me directed I shall expose for saleby public vendue, at the Union County Ad-ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer-sey on WEDNESDAY THE 22ND DAY OFMAY A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the after-noon of said day. All successful biddersmust have 20% of their bid available in cashor certified check at the conclusion of thesales.

The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDREDFORTY FOUR THOUSAND NINTY FIVE& 48/100 ($144,095.48).

The property to be sold is located in theCity of Elizabeth, County of Union and Statesof New Jersey.

It is commonly known as 155-157 West-field Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey.

It is known and designated as Block“Ward” 13, Lot “Acct” 1573.

The dimensions are approximately 35.62feet wide by 182.71 feet long.

Nearest cross street: Situate on the north-erly line of Westfield Avenue, 101.50 feetfrom the easterly line of Clinton Street.

Prior lien(s): Subject to unpaid taxes andmunicipal liens. Amount due will be an-nounced at the Sheriff’s Sale or is availableupon written request to plaintiff’s attorneys.

There is due approximately the sum ofONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE THOU-SAND EIGHT-HUNDRED TWENTYFOUR & 88/100 ($181,824.88) togetherwith lawful interest and costs.




STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBURG,NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LLPSuite 300293 Eisenhower ParkwayLivingston, New Jersey 07039-1711CH-755449 - (WL)4 T - 04/25, 05/02, 05/09& 05/16/02 Fee: $204.00

PUBLIC NOTICETOWN OF WESTFIELD

Public Notice is hereby given that ordi-nances as follows were passed andadopted by the Town Council of the Townof Westfield at a meeting thereof held onApril 30, 2002.

GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1800

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODEOF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD CHAP-TER 10A “CONSERVATION CENTERAND CURBSIDE BULKY WASTE COL-LECTION” SEC 10A-9 “PERMITS RE-QUIRED FOR COLLECTION”

Bernard A. HeeneyTown Clerk

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RESOLUTION NO. 472-2002AWARDED TO: Hill Rom Corp., PO Box

751795, Charlotte, North CarolinaSERVICES: To purchase therapeutic

beds as needed by the patients/residents ofRunnells Specialized Hospital.

COST: $10,767.60M. Elizabeth Genievich

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AWARDED TO: Edward Kologi, Esq.,923 North Wood Avenue, Linden, New Jer-sey

SERVICES: Representing the County ofUnion in the matter entitled Kennedy v.Froehlich, et al.

AMOUNT: In an additional amount not toexceed $10,000 for a new total contract of$30,000.


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Samuel McGlynn of Westfield GetsPromoted to Air Force Captain

WESTFIELD — SamuelMcGlynn, a member of WestfieldHigh School’s Class of 1993, hasbeen promoted to the rank of Cap-tain in the United States Air Forcein a ceremony held recently atColorado Springs, Colo., whichwas also attended by family mem-bers. During the ceremony, Cap-tain McGlynn was also awardedthe 1st Oak Leaf Cluster to the AirForce Commendation Medal forhis exemplary duty as ExecutiveOfficer at Dover Air Force Basein Delaware.

Captain McGlynn is currently

assigned as a Communications Of-ficer with the Air Force SpaceCommand in Colorado Springs.He is a 1997 graduate of TexasA&M University and achievedEagle Scout as a member of BoyScouts of America Troop No. 79in Westfield.

PROMOTED TO CAPTAIN...Still bearing his 1st Lieutenant bars, SamuelMcGlynn, a 1993 Westfield High School graduate, is awarded the United StatesAir Force medal from Major Lina Cashin just before the Captain bars werepinned on.

Hye-Young Choi Honored By TheGreater Union County Association Of Realtors

COLDWELL REALTOR HONORED…Hye-Young Choi (left); #1 salesassociate at Coldwell Banker’s Westfield office was awarded the NJAR MillionDollar Club Gold Level Award. Pictured with Choi is Maureen Passerini (right),President and COO Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.

The Greater Union County Associa-tion of Realtors held their annual awardsevent recently. At the presentation, Hye-Young Choi of the Westfield office ofColdwell Banker, received the covetedNJAR Million Dollar Club Gold LevelAward for the fifteenth consecutive year.The required sales production toachieve Gold Level status was ten mil-lion dollars. Incredibly, Hye-Youngtripled the necessary amount.

“Hye-Young’s achievements exceedthe normal accolades,” according toMichael Scott, manager of the Westfield

Coldwell Banker office. “It is difficultto describe the amount of effort andextraordinary ability it takes to do whatshe has done. It’s truly remarkable,”Scott added.

An achiever for all of her profes-sional life, Hye-Young was an accom-plished Broadway singer with a Mas-ters Degree from Manhattan School ofMusic. Beginning her real seat careerseventeen years ago, Hye-Young hasbeen the top Associate for the #1Coldwell Banker office for the lastnine years.

Irritable Bowel GroupTo Meet TomorrowSUMMIT – The monthly meet-

ing of the support group for indi-viduals with Irritable Bowel Syn-drome will be held tomorrow, Fri-day, May 3, from 7 to 8 p.m. inOverlook Hospital’s ConferenceRoom No. 1.

Discussion and current informa-tion will be available. The group isfree and there is parking in theOverlook Hospital garage. Thehospital is located at 99 BeauvoirAvenue in Summit.

For more information, please callthe New Jersey Self-Help ClearingHouse at (800) 367-6274.



BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

The Board of Adjustment of the Town of Westfield, New Jersey will meet on MondayMay 13, 2002 in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street,Westfield, New Jersey at 7: 30 p.m. to hear and consider the following appeals for variancefrom the requirements pf the Westfield Land Use Ordinance:

1. Scott and Elizabeth Jeffrey, 535 Arlington Avenue seeking permission to erect a 7feet high fence across rear of yard 6 inches from property line with preferred sideto face in contrary to the requirements of Section 12.07 D, 12.07 E and 12.07 6 ofthe Land Use Ordinance. Maximum allowable fence height for a rear yard fenceproposed is 7 feet. Ordinance allows 6 feet. Fence setback for 7 feet fence proposedis 6 inches. Ordinance requires 1 feet. Preferred side facing in being proposed.Ordinance requires preferred side must face out.

2. Gregory J. Redington, 120 North Chestnut Street seeking permission to erect a frontporch from the center of the home to the right side contrary to the requirements ofSection 12.03 D and 11.06 E6 of the Land Use Ordinance. Applicant proposes afront yard setback of 44 feet. Ordinance requires the estimated front yard, which is46.77 feet. Side yard setback proposed (and present) is 11 feet. Ordinance requires15 feet.

3. Timothy Brennan, 571 Cumberland Street seeking permission to erect a two storyaddition contrary to the requirements of Section 11.12 E6, E.7 and 12.04 F1 of theLand Use Ordinance. Proposed side yard setback is 7 feet (+). Ordinance requires10 feet. Rear yard setback proposed 28 feet. Ordinance requires 35 feet. Maximumallowable coverage of structures proposed is 23.8%. Ordinance allows 20%.

4. Glenn Alling d/b/a Elm Street Texaco, Lot 27, Block 2405 138 Elm Street, Westfield,New Jersey seeking site plan approval to erect a canopy over gas pumps.Application is an expansion of a non-conforming use. Applicant seeks variancesfrom the following:

LIST OF NEW C.40-55D-70 C. AND D. VARIANCES REQUESTED:

Section 13.03 D (1) of the Land Use Ordinance. Proposed area covered by canopyis 1200 square feet. Ordinance allows 1000 square feet.

Section 13.03 D (3) of the Land Use Ordinance. Proposed location of canopy to frontproperty line is 2.8 feet. Ordinance requires 35 feet.

Section 13.03 D (4) of the Land Use Ordinance. Proposed location of canopy to sideproperty line is 12.2 feet. Ordinance requires 15 feet.

Section 13.03 D (6) of the Land Use Ordinance. Proposed horizontal illuminationlevel is 1.1 foot-candles. Ordinance requires 0.5 foot-candles.

LIST OF EXISTING NON-CONFORMING ZONING CONDITIONS:

Section 18.12 A of the Land Use Ordinance. Minimum lot area present is +9,191square feet. Ordinance requires 15,000 square feet.

Section 18.12 B of the Land Use Ordinance. Minimum lot frontage present is 77 feet.Ordinance requires 100 feet.

Section 18.12 D of the Land Use Ordinance. Minimum side yard present is 0/+14feet. Ordinance requires 25 feet.

Section 18.12 E of the Land Use Ordinance. Minimum rear yard present is 23.2 feet.Ordinance 25feet.

5. Matt Gaglioti, 419 Otisco Drive seeking permission to erect an addition contrary tothe requirements of Section 11.08 E.5. and 12.04 F.1. of the Land Use Ordinance.Applicant proposes corner lot street side yard set back of 16.5 feet. Ordinancerequires 20 feet. Maximum building coverage proposed is 23.3%. Ordinance allows20%.

6. Richard and Iris Biagioli, 865 Tice Place seeking permission to erect a two storyaddition contrary to the requirements of Section 11.09 E.6. of the Land UseOrdinance. Minimum left side yard setback proposed is 7.9 feet and the right sideyard set back proposed is 6.2 feet. Ordinance requires 10 feet.

7. Ruthal Holdings West, L.L.C., 177 East Broad Street Block 2505, Lot 15 seekingpermission to use the basement as office contrary to the requirements of Section12.04 C and 17.02 C5C of the Land Use Ordinance. Proposed basement useagein non-residential buildings. Ordinance prohibits office space in basement in non-residential buildings. Basement usage would increase the deficiency in parking by15 spaces.

8. James K. Hunter, 4 Dickson Drive seeking permission to erect a second storyaddition contrary to the requirements of Section 11.07 E.6. of the Land UseOrdinance. Minimum side yard set back proposed (and present) is 4 feet. Ordinancerequires 10 feet.

9. Wallace and Lori Rodrigues, 313 Ayliffe Avenue seeking permission to erect asecond story addition contrary to the requirements of Section 11.08 E.6. of the LandUse Ordinance. Minimum side yard setback proposed (and present) is 6.85 feet.Ordinance requires 10 feet.

10. Anthony R. Costa, 21 Sandra Circle seeking permission to erect a front porchcontrary to the requirements of Section 12.03 D of the Land Use Ordinance.Applicant proposes a front yard setback of 26.92 feet (present is 29.92 feet).Ordinance allows the estimated front yard depth, which is 30.8 feet.

11. Geoffrey Bryant, 100 Nelson Place seeking permission to erect a deck contrary tothe requirements of Section 13.02 C.2. of the Land Use Ordinance. Applicantproposes deck set back requirements for sideline of 5.10 feet. Ordinance requires10 feet.

12. Paul D. Collins and Meredith L. Mansfield, 277 Seneca Place seeking permissionto erect a garage (existing garage to be removed) contrary to the requirements ofSection 11.09 E. 10. of the Land Use Ordinance. Maximum building coverageproposed is 21.6%. Ordinance allows 20%.

13. Brian J. Levine, 1024 Harding Street seeking permission to erect a front porchcontrary to the requirements of Section 12.03 D of the Land Use Ordinance. Frontyard set back proposed is 29.8 feet. Ordinance requires the estimated front yarddepth, which is 33 feet.

14. Christine and Jay Rossin, 626 Glen Avenue seeking permission to erect an additioncontrary to the requirements of Section 12.04 F.1. and 12.03 D of the Land UseOrdinance. Maximum allowable coverage by building proposed is 23.7%. Ordinanceallows 20%. Front yard set back variance may be required. Applicant proposes afront yard set back of 30 feet. Ordinance requires the estimated front yard depth.

15. Robert J. and Mary Lynn Parsloe, 109 West Dudley Avenue seeking permission toerect a two story addition contrary to the requirements of Section 11.06 E.6. and12.04 F.1. of the Land Use Ordinance. Side yard set back proposed (and present)is 9.61 feet. Ordinance requires 15 feet. Maximum building coverage proposed is20.47%/2364.15 square feet. Ordinance allows 20%.

16. Mike and Jackie Costello, 2 Folkstone Drive seeking permission to erect an additioncontrary to the requirements of Section 11.09 E.7 and 12.04 F of the Land UseOrdinance. Applicant proposes a rear yard set back of 28 feet (present is 30.5 feet).Ordinance requires 35 feet. Maximum building coverage proposed is 21.92%(1455.18 square feet). Ordinance allows 20% (1327.80 square feet).

17. Robert and Deborah Burslem, 256 Kimball Avenue seeking permission to erect anaddition contrary to the requirements of Section 11.06 E.6. and 13.02 C.1. of theLand Use Ordinance. Proposed minimum side yard setback is +12 feet. Ordinancerequires 15 feet. Proposed deck location is partly located is side yard. Ordinanceallows decks only in rear yard.

18. William and Debra Bennett, 1301 Boulevard seeking permission to erect an additioncontrary to the requirements of Section 11.09 E.6., 12.02 B.5., 11.09 E.5 and 12.03D & E of the Land Use Ordinance. Side yard setback proposed is 6.93 feet.Ordinance requires 10 feet. Allowable encroachment for bay window proposed is16.34 feet. Ordinance requires 17 feet setback. Street side yard setback for cornerlot proposed is 18.34 feet. Ordinance requires 20 feet. Front yard set back proposedis 30 feet. Ordinance requires estimated front yard depth which is 31 feet.

19. Scott and Barbara Mac Kenzie, 1022 Coolidge Street seeking permission to erectan addition contrary to the requirements of Section 11.09 E.6. of the Land UseOrdinance. Minimum side yard set back proposed (and present) is 9.34 feet.Ordinance requires 10 feet.

Variances, waivers or exceptions from certain site plan details or relief from requirementsmay be sought as appropriate.

Documentation of the above is on file in the Office of the Town Engineer, 959 North AvenueWest, Westfield, New Jersey and may be seen Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4: 30p.m.

Any interested party may appear at the hearing, either in person, or by their attorney, andbe given an opportunity to be heard with respect to this application.

Colleen Mayer, SecretaryBoard of Adjustment

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Julie Anne GilsenanJulie Anne Gilsenan, 62, of Bushkill,

Pa., died on Thursday, April 18, atPalmerton Hospital in Palmerton, Pa.

Born in Michigan, she had lived inMountainside prior to moving to Penn-sylvania 10 years ago.

Mrs. Gilsenan, a travel agent, ownedTriangle Travel in Mountainside for15 years.

She was a graduate of MarjorieWebster Junior College in Washing-ton, D.C. and the American Academyof Arts in New York City.

Surviving are her husband, JosephP. Gilsenan; two sons, MatthewGilsenan and James Postell, and agranddaughter.

A Funeral Mass was offered onSaturday, April 20, at St. Teresa ofAvila Roman Catholic Church in Sum-mit. Interment took place at MaryrestCemetery in Mahwah.

Arrangements were handled by theBrough Funeral Home in Summit.

Memorial contributions may bemade to the Plainfield Area HumaneSociety, 75 Rock Avenue, Plainfield07063.

May 2, 2002

Harold Cohen, 74Harold Cohen, 74, of Westfield

died on Tuesday, April 23, at Over-look Hospital in Summit.

Born in New York City, he hadlived in Elizabeth for 20 years beforemoving to Westfield 32 years ago.

Mr. Cohen had been an insurancebroker for Marsh and McLennan inNew York City prior to his retirementin 1990.

He received a bachelor’s degree inbusiness administration from NewYork University in 1950.

He served in the United States Armyof Occupation following World War II.

Surviving are his wife, GertrudeSchiller Cohen; two daughters, AnneCohen and Linda Weisberger, andtwo grandchildren.

Memorial services were held onSunday, April 28, in the MenorahChapels at Millburn in Union.

May 2, 2002

Kevin M. Hoover, 39, Consultant;Had Also Been Purchasing Manager

Robert F. Ryan, 81, Former Marine;Owned Local Dry Cleaning BusinessRobert F. Ryan, 81, of Scotch Plains

died on Wednesday, April 24, atOverlook Hospital in Summit.

Born in Belleville, he had lived inIrvington before relocating to ScotchPlains in 1979.

Mr. Ryan owned Robert Dry Clean-ers in Scotch Plains for more than 40years.

He received a degree in philoso-phy from Seton Hall University inSouth Orange in 1946.

He served in the United StatesMarine Corps during World War II.

Mr. Ryan was a member of Ameri-

can Legion Post No. 209 in ScotchPlains.

He was predeceased by a son,Robert Ryan.

Surviving is his wife, Eleanor M.Gorski Ryan.

A funeral service was held onSaturday, April 27, from the RossiFuneral Home in Scotch Plains. AMass followed at St. Bartholomewthe Apostle Roman Catholic Churchin Scotch Plains. Interment was atGate of Heaven Cemetery in EastHanover.

May 2, 2002

Kevin Michael Hoover, 39, a life-long resident of Scotch Plains, died onWednesday, April 24, at Sutter Memo-rial Hospital in Sacramento, Calif.

A self-employed insurance con-sultant, Mr. Hoover had earlier beena financial planner for MeekerSharkey Financial Planners inCranford for two years, as well as apurchasing manager at NYNEX Cor-poration in New York City.

He was awarded a bachelor’s de-gree from St. Bonaventure Univer-sity in New York State and a master’sdegree from the Wharton School ofBusiness at the University ofPennsylvania.

He was a member of the St.Bonaventure Alumni Association.

Surviving are his parents,Raymond F. and Lois L. Hoover ofScotch Plains, and a sister, LauraLockatell, also of Scotch Plains.

A Mass of Christian Burial wasoffered on Tuesday, April 30, at St.

Bartholomew the Apostle Church inScotch Plains. Interment was atFairview Cemetery in Westfield.

Arrangements were under the di-rection of the William R. DanglerFuneral Home in Summit.

May 2, 2002

Richard R. Wagner, 60Richard R. Wagner, 60, of Toms

River died on Wednesday, April17, at Muhlenberg Regional Medi-cal Center in Plainfield.

Born in Manhattan, he had livedin Queens and in Westfield beforerelocating to Toms River two yearsago.

Mr. Wagner had been a supervi-sor with the New York Departmentof Sanitation, where he was em-ployed for 30 years prior to retir-ing in 1998.

He served in the United StatesArmy during the Korean Conflict.

He was a member of theGarwood Knights of Columbus.

Surviving are his wife of 34years, Cathleen Williams Wagner;three sons, Peter Wagner, EdwardWagner and Brian Wagner, andtwo grandchildren.

A Mass was offered on Monday,April 22, at St. Mark’s RomanCatholic Church in Rahway, fol-lowing the funeral from the Corey& Corey Funeral Home in Rahway.Interment was at Fairview Cem-etery in Westfield.

May 2, 2002

William J. Casterline, 69, WorkedFor Many Years in Tire Industry

William J. Casterline, 69, of SouthPlainfield died on Saturday, April27, at his home.

Born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., he hadlived in Forty Fort, Pa., SouthPlainfield, Plainfield andBridgewater before returning toSouth Plainfield 25 years ago.

While living in Forty Fort, Mr.Casterline had owned and operated agas station and automobile lot. Hesubsequently worked in the tire busi-ness for nearly 50 years.

He was a wholesale tire salesmanwith Lee Tire Company of Pennsyl-vania; district manager for GoodyearTire & Rubber in Elizabeth, and laterworked wholesaling tires for FrabelBros. Tire Company in Union.

He eventually joined Swift MetroTire Company in Linden, which latermerged into the BC Tire Company ofPiscataway. Mr. Casterline had beenthe general manager of the company’swholesale division prior to retiringin 1998.

He served with the United StatesArmy during the Korean Conflict.

He attended Seton Hall Universityin South Orange.

Active in local politics during the

1960s, Mr. Casterline was a formermember of the Plainfield DemocraticClub and had run for a seat on theCity Council.

He was a semi-professional RollerDerby roller skater in the 1950s,participating in matches in New Jer-sey, Pennsylvania and Ohio.

Mr. Casterline was a former mem-ber of the Plainfield Chapter ofUNICO and a member of variousbusiness-related associations.

He was predeceased by a sister,Jean Edgerton.

Surviving are his wife, Patricia A.Guglielmo Casterline; two daughters,Barbara Riznik of Warren and DawnKizmann of Mountainside; two sons,David Casterline of South Plainfieldand Daniel Hare of Clark; his mother,Lucy Casterline; a sister, Mary LouMcClain, and a brother, MarvinCasterline, all of Mechanicsburg, Pa.,and five grandchildren.

Funeral services were held on Tues-day, April 30, at the McCriskin Homefor Funerals in South Plainfield. In-terment followed at Hillside Cem-etery in Scotch Plains.

Memorial contributions may bemade to the South Plainfield RescueSquad or to the Salvation Army.

May 2, 2002

Theresia Lippert, 93Theresia Lippert, 93, of

Mountainside died on Thursday, April17, at St. Joseph’s Nursing Center inWoodbridge.

Born in Bavaria, Germany, she hadlived in Brooklyn and Queens beforemoving to Mountainside eight yearsago.

She was predeceased by her hus-band, August M. Lippert.

Surviving are a daughter, TheresiaWolz of Mountainside; three grand-children and six great-grandchildren.

The funeral was held on Monday,April 22, from the Higgins and BonnerEcho Lake Funeral Home in Westfield.A Mass followed at the Our Lady ofLourdes Roman Catholic Church inMountainside. Interment took placeat Lutheran Cemetery in Queens, N.Y.

May 2, 2002

Mathilde Pfeiffer, 89Mathilde Pfeiffer, 89, of Westfield

died on Sunday, April 28, at RahwayHospital in Rahway.

Born in New York City, she lived inWestfield for 55 years.

She had been an accountant forBarnes Commissary, Inc. in Cranfordfor 30 years, retiring 20 years ago.

She was a Past President of Chap-ter 17 of the American Society ofWoman Accountants.

She was a communicant of theHoly Trinity Roman Catholic Churchin Westfield and a member of theWestfield Historical Society.

Surviving are a sister, CharlottePfeiffer of Westfield.

A Mass of Christian Burial washeld yesterday, Wednesday, May 1,at the Holy Trinity Church. Inter-ment took place at Fairview Cem-etery in Westfield.

Arrangements were under the di-rection of the Dooley Colonial Home,556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield.

May 2, 2002

Theodore Pavelec, 84Theodore Pavelec, 84, of the

Homestead Community in Colum-bus died on Sunday, April 28, atCapitol Health Mercer Medical Cen-ter in Trenton.

Born in Clark, he had lived inFanwood and in Yardley, Pa., beforemoving to the Homestead Commu-nity in 1995.

A businessman and machinist, Mr.Pavelec had worked for the RampartMachine Company in Clark for manyyears prior to retiring 30 years ago.

He was a flight instructor for theUnited States Army Air Corps duringWorld War II.

He was predeceased by his wife,Susanne Nielsen Pavelec, in 2000.

Surviving are a sister-in-law,Marion Pavelec, and many niecesand nephews.

Graveside services will be held at12:30 p.m. today, Thursday, May 2,at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield.

Arrangements are being handledby the Dooley Colonial Home, 556Westfield Avenue in Westfield.

May 2, 2002

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Herbert Lockley, 65Herbert Lockley, 65, of Westfield

died on Wednesday, April 24, at hishome.

Born in King and Queen County,Va., he lived in Westfield for 35years.

Mr. Lockley had worked for HugoLoeffler, Inc. as a mason contractorfor 30 years prior to retiring.

Surviving are two brothers, JamesLockley of Plainfield and LewisLockley of Westfield.

The funeral was held on Tuesday,April 30, at the Plinton-Curry Fu-neral Home in Westfield.

May 2, 2002

Laurence B. Butler, 84, Was Executive;Freemason of Atlas Pythagoras Lodge

Laurence B. Butler, 84, of Bis-marck, Ark., died on Wednesday,April 24, at Advance Care Hospitalin Hot Springs.

Born on November2, 1917 in Saugus,Mass., the son of thelate Bion C. andMarion WilkinsonButler, he had lived inWestfield, AsburyPark and Syracuse, N.Y., before relocatingto Arkansas.

Mr. Butler went towork in 1939 for Le-ver Brothers and thenin 1940 for Tide Wa-ter Associated Oil. Hewas also employed from 1953 to1965 by the Hess Oil and ChemicalCompany, where he served as Assis-tant Vice President.

In 1965, he went to work for NewEngland Petroleum-Charter Oil,where he was Vice President of Engi-neering. He was retired.

Mr. Butler was a 50-year Freema-son of Atlas Pythagoras Lodge No.

10 in Westfield.In addition to his parents, he was

predeceased by his wife of 56 years,Mabel M. Butler, and adaughter, Beverley A.Westall.

Surviving are his wife,Cleta Sundburg-Butler; ason, Leonard B. Butlerof Bismarck, Ark.; twostepdaughters, KatinaCobb of Pine Bluff, Ark.and Rita Garrett ofStrongsville, Ohio; abrother, Malcolm Butlerof Florida; four grand-children and nine great-grandchildren.

Services will be heldat 10:30 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, May3, at the First Presbyterian Church inArkadelphia, Ark.

Arrangements are being handledby the Caruth-Hale Funeral Home inHot Springs.

Memorial contributions may bemade to the First Presbyterian Churchin Arkadelphia, Ark.

May 2, 2002

Laurence B. Butler

Charles Dell-Bene, 67, Retired DirectorOf Parks and Recreation for County

Albert L. Rountree, 4th, Businessman;Played for the Vikings in the 1960s

Albert L. Rountree, 4th, 60, ofWestfield died on Thursday, April25, at his home.

Born in New Britain, Conn., hewas raised in Bedminster and livedin Westfield since 1976.

Mr. Rountree, who was semi-re-tired, most recently was a partnerwith the Monroe Group, a real estatecompany in East Orange.

He was the founding owner of theUltimate Juice Company in Clarkfrom 1985 to 1995.

He was a professional footballplayer with the Minnesota Vikings asa defensive tackle from 1960 to 1964.

He was predeceased by his wife,Shirley Rountree, in 1998.

Surviving are two sons, Drew C.Rountree and Gino S. Frederico.

Services were held on Monday,April 29, at Fair View Cemetery inRed Bank.

Arrangements were under the di-rection of the Dooley Colonial Home,556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield.

Memorial contributions may bemade to the American Cancer Soci-ety.

May 2, 2002

Charles Dell-Bene, 67, of ScotchPlains died on Monday, April 22, atNew York University Medical Cen-ter Hospital in New York City.

Born in Plainfield, he had lived inScotch Plains for most of his life andhad also maintained a winter homein Indialantic, Fla.

Mr. Dell-Bene had been the Direc-tor of Parks and Recreation for UnionCounty for 36 years, prior to retiringin 1992.

He served in the United StatesArmy during the Korean Conflict.

Surviving are his wife, NancyCortese Dell-Bene; five daughters,

Nancy Courtright of Indialantic,Maryann Lester of Melbourne, Fla.,Joan Donovan and Theresa Leone,both of Scotch Plains, and Irene Dell-Bene of Manhattan; his mother, MaryDell-Bene; a brother, Frank Dell-Bene; nine grandchildren and twogreat-grandchildren.

The funeral service was held onFriday, April 26, from the Rossi Fu-neral Home in Scotch Plains. A Massfollowed at the Immaculate Heart ofMary Roman Catholic Church inScotch Plains.

Memorial donations may be madeto the American Diabetes Associa-tion, 200 Cottontail Lane, Somerset08873.

May 2, 2002 More Community News

CARING FOR THE EARTH…Students, teachers and staff at Franklin El-ementary School in Westfield celebrated Arbor Day and participated in “WeCARE for Our Earth” Week, from April 22 to 26. Special ceremonies were heldin Franklin School’s Habitat Garden on April 24. Pictured, left to right, are:Vocal Music Teacher Elsa Hahn, Student Council Secretary Zachary Zagorski,Student Council President Will John and Franklin School Principal Dr. MaryFleck.

Franklin Students UnderstandValue of Nurturing The Planet

WESTFIELD – From April 22 to 26,students, teachers and staff at Westfield’sFranklin Elementary School marked Ar-bor Day by participating in “We CAREfor Our Earth” Week.

Throughout the week, students com-pleted grade-specific projects designedto raise their awareness about the envi-ronment.

Kindergartners and first graders craftedlarge flowers that were hung on trellisesaround school entranceways. Secondgraders designed huge trees and placedthem, along with poetry and writings, inthe hallway as the “Arbor Day Forest.”

Third graders were responsible forcreating a “No Trash Day” on April 24 bycollecting garbage around the school andworking with students, parents and cus-todians to ensure that all lunches that daywere packed in reusable containers anddid not include disposable items, such asplastic bags or aluminum foil.

Fourth graders planted flowers andseedlings, as well as a tree in honor ofMrs. Springate, a lunch aide who passedaway this year. Fifth graders weeded theflowerbeds in front of the school, planted

grass and tried to enforce rules aboutwalking on the paths and not on the grass.

“We CARE for Our Earth” ceremo-nies were held in Franklin School’s Habi-tat Garden on April 24. Vocal musicteacher Elsa Hahn led the students insongs about the country and the environ-ment, and speeches about the meaning ofArbor Day were delivered by StudentCouncil officers: President Will John,Vice President Evan Rosenburgh, Trea-surer Casey Jo Williamson, and Secre-tary Zachary Zagorski.

At the conclusion of the ceremony,students recited a pledge, which wascomposed by third grade teacher DonnaStein:

We, the children of Franklin School,followers of the golden rule, promiseto respect and honor trees, appreciatethe earth, the sky and the seas. Whenwe see others tugging on a tree, we’llask them to stop, for now we see. Thetrees, the grass, the bird, the mole –they’re all the parts that make us whole.We, the children of Franklin School,say, We celebrate the Earth, everyday,every way.

Yair Ghitza PlacedOn Fall Dean’s List

WESTFIELD – The University ofMichigan in Ann Arbor, Mich. hasnoted that Westfield resident YairGhitza has been placed on the Dean’sHonor List for the fall 2001 semester.

Yair is a student in the College ofEngineering at the University ofMichigan.

Gettysburg CollegePlaces Joshua RogersOn Fall Dean’s List

WESTFIELD – Westfield residentJoshua Rogers has been placed onthe Dean’s List for the fall 2001semester at Gettysburg College inGettysburg, Pa. A freshman, Joshuais the son of Mr. and Mrs. ThomasRogers of Westfield.

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THE STUDENT VIEWThe wThe wThe wThe wThe weekly column written beekly column written beekly column written beekly column written beekly column written by local high school studentsy local high school studentsy local high school studentsy local high school studentsy local high school students

Supporting Budgets in Our School DistrictsEnsures Our Children’s Future, Success

By JEREMY LIPSTEINSpecially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

Fortunately, the recent budget votefor 2002-2003 Scotch Plains-Fanwoodschool system passed. Unfortunately, itwas only by a narrow margin of 255votes (1,680 voted yes, 1,425 voted no).

As a well-funded public educationsystem is one of the great benefits ofour democracy, voting for a schoolbudget is the only way this can becontinued.

Voting against it can only bring aboutadversity for the entire community, andnot voting at all shows one’s apathy.

Considering there are over 18,000registered voters in Scotch Plains andFanwood, this voter turnout clearly

shows the indifference of the town’svoters for their public education sys-tem. Many of these voters are parentsof students in the school system.

Had half the parents of the 4,700students in the district voted “yes” forthe budget, it would have passed by alandslide. But many parents considerthemselves too busy with their dailylives to spend five minutes to cast avote in their child’s future.

Do these parents, and non-votingresidents have any idea of what willhappen to the towns if the budget failsto pass, which may be the case in futureyears, judging by this year’s narrowmajority?

A failed budget could mean cutbacks

that eliminate many extra-curricularactivities within the schools, includingthose involving the arts, sports, and ca-reer-related organizations. These groupsare able to enhance student life by supple-menting classroom education with en-joyable and educational experiences.

Hypothetically, by eliminating manyextra-curricular activities, students willnot appear to have a well-rounded highschool experience when it comes timefor college applications. Well-respectedcolleges will reject students for theirlack of a versatile background, thoughit really would be the district’s fault.

As the more selective colleges couldveer away from the Scotch Plains-Fanwood students, the district’s repu-tation would falter.

Now, is the part where the 77-year-old retired man may say, “How does thisaffect me, my children are all grown?They just want to raise my taxes!”

But while this man, along with manyothers of his genre, worry about taxesgoing up a half-cent on the dollar, hisproperty value is decreasing becausethe school system no longer has anedge on those of nearby towns. Thus,the town could become a less desirableplace to live.

This “hypothetical” situation weighsitself only on the scale of reality, forneighboring towns, like Clark andMountainside, where the school sys-tems are trying to maintain a reputableschool district after a budget has failed.

Though one could say this will neverbe the case in Scotch Plains-Fanwood, itdoesn’t take a rocket scientist to figureout that with only a 255-vote edge, afailing budget could be a pitfall thetowns will have to deal with next year.

WELCOME ABOARD…Last Tuesday, Westfield Board of Education Attorney Richard Kaplow swore in new membersAlice Hunnicutt and William Ziff, re-electing Board President Arlene Gardner to the board. Pictured, left to right, are:Business Administrator and Board Secretary Robert Berman, Mrs. Hunnicutt, Ms. Gardner, Mr. Ziff, and Mr. Kaplow.

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dents Erik H. Lund and KathrynSolon have been named to theDean’s List for the fall 2001 termat Washington College inChestertown, Md.

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Kathryn, a sophomore, is thedaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rich-ard Solon of Westfield. She ismajoring in psychology.

Aliche, McGee Receive Degrees at Montclair

Annual Schedule of BOEMeetings Set in Borough

MOUNTAINSIDE – TheMountainside Board of Education hasannounced its annual slate of regularlyscheduled meetings, all of which will beheld on Tuesdays and will commence at8 p.m. in the Media Center at DeerfieldSchool, 302 Central Avenue inMountainside.

During these meetings, which are listedbelow, the board may go into privatesession whenever necessary: May 14,28; June 11, 25; July 9, 23; August 13,27; September 10, 24; October 8, 22;November 12, 26; December 10; Janu-ary 14, 28; February 11, 25; March 11,25, and April 8, 22.

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Westfield BOE Appoints Claudia AndreskiAs New Principal at McKinley Elementary

WESTFIELD — TheWestfield Board of Educa-tion unanimously approvedthe appointment of ClaudiaAndreski as the new princi-pal of McKinley School, aK-8 school with 287 stu-dents. Her appointment be-comes effective July 1.

Mrs. Andreski has 20years experience in educa-tion, most recently as assis-tant principal of Franklin El-ementary School inWestfield. She has been withthe Westfield school districtfor 16 years.

In 1986, she began teach-ing fourth grade at JeffersonElementary School, whereshe remained until this year.

The 1997 recipient of thePhilhower Fellowship,which is awarded by theWestfield Rotary for the el-ementary teacher of the year,Mrs. Andreski is also aformer winner of theGovernor’s teacher Recog-nition Award and a grantrecipient of the “A+ For KidsTeacher Network.”

She has served on severalcurriculum committeeswithin Westfield and mostrecently initiated a book do-nation program intended tocreate goodwill and com-munication betweenFranklin School and urbanschool districts in New Jersey.

Mrs. Andreski received her Mas-ters Degree in Education Adminis-tration from Rutgers University anda Bachelor of Arts Degree in El-ementary Education from NewarkState College (Kean University).

Mrs. Andreski was introduced toMcKinley parents at their April 24

Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO)meeting. A resident of the McKinleyneighborhood, she returns to theschool where she first walked herown kindergartner and served as itsPTO president more than 23 yearsago.

Westfield Superintendent ofSchools Dr. William Foley stated,

“Claudia is an outstandingteacher and a fine adminis-trator who works hard tobring out the best in chil-dren. I am confident she willbe a great success as princi-pal of McKinley.”

Joining Dr. Foley in rec-ommending Mrs. Andreskifor the principal position atMcKinley School were As-sistant Superintendent ofCurriculum and InstructionJanie Edmonds; AssistantSuperintendent of HumanResources Margaret Dolan;Washington ElementarySchool Principal JosephMalanga; McKinley Schoolteachers Holly Baly, MaryDailey and Laurie Scaturo;and McKinley parentsRenata Bieber, SusanBigelow and AdrienneBishop, all members of theMcKinley School PrincipalSearch Committee.

In commenting on her ac-ceptance of the position,Mrs. Andreski said, “Whata wonderful opportunity itwill be for me to be part ofthe McKinley School com-munity! I look forward toworking with the teachersand parents as we help ourchildren reach their finestpotential.”

Earl Tankard will re-main as Acting Principal

of McKinley School through theend of June. Mr. Tankard assumedleadership responsibil i t ies atMcKinley following the resigna-tion of former Principal ChicHansen in January.

At the April 24 meeting, Dr. Foleythanked Mr. Tankard for the “greatjob he has done at McKinley.”

WESTFIELD — Directress Sis-ter Lisa Gambacorto, Principal ofMount Saint Mary Academy inWatchung announced the namesof area students achieving honorroll status for the second trimes-ter of the 2001-2002 academicyear.

Qualifying for the Principal’sHonor Roll, with straight “A”swere: Westfielders Emily Dura,grade 9; Jeana Greco, grade 9;

Justine McGowan, g rade 10;Katherine Bash, grade 12; andMegan McGowan, grade 12.

Receiving Honor Roll status,with an overall “B+” average,were: Westfielders Mary Bash,grade 9; Lauren Cordes, grade 9;Kelly O’Neill, grade 9; ColetteMoryan, grade 10; Michele Greco,grade 11; Lauren Mullman, grade11; Kathleen Dura, grade 12; andMargaret Smith, grade 12.

WINNING ENTRY…Kean University student Christina Cortes, WestfieldMayor Gregory McDermott, Kean pupils Megan McCormack and JackieHartley display their winning entry in the Kean Behrle-Kimball Interior DesignCompetition.

Mayor McDermott Judges Kean Students’Redesign of Historical Westfield Building

WESTFIELD – Pupils enrolled inthe Interior Design program at KeanUniversity recently participated ina scholarship competition to rede-sign a historical building, The ReeveHouse in Westfield.

Westfield Mayor GregoryMcDermott served as juror for thiscompetition.

Office furniture dealership, TheBehrle Group, and office furnituremanufacturer, The Kimball OfficeGroup, have awarded $3,000 in in-terior design scholarships to ninestudents at Kean, who participatedin the contest.

The purpose of the project was todesign office space using the his-toric Reeve House in Westfield as aprototype.

The structure, which was re-cently donated to the Town ofWestfield, is under considerationto become a town museum andpermanent home for the WestfieldHistorical Society’s archives. Thesociety has an extensive collec-tion of thousands of artifacts andmemorabilia.

In addition to museum displayspace, the design issues the studentsaddressed included archive storage,offices for staff, and such issues asbecoming handicapped accessible.The students visited the site and

attended interior design training ses-sions provided by the competition’ssponsors.

“The scholarship competition pro-vided a wonderful opportunity forstudents to apply what they learn intheory to a situation that is modeledafter what they might encounter onthe job,” stated Kean University Pro-fessor of Interior Design LindaFisher, who hosted the event.

The jury for the design also in-

cluded Stanley Lipson, Curator ofthe Westfield Historical Society,David McManus, Vice President ofSales and Marketing for Bill BehrleAssociates, and John Hindman,A&D Marketing Manager forKimball Office Group.

Students were judged on the cre-ativity, execution and presentationof their projects. The monies weredivided among three teams of threestudents each.

A VARIETY OF FUN…Tamaques Elementary School pupils in Westfieldpresented their annual variety show on March 15 and 16 at Westfield HighSchool. Students of all grades began practicing in January, and performed tosong that saluted this year’s theme, “Top 40 Hits.” Pictured, above, are secondgraders, awaiting their performance.

WESTFIELD – Montclair State Uni-versity in Upper Montclair has reportedthat, as of January, Westfield residentsTiffany Odochi Aliche and Megan Col-leen McGee have both graduated.

Tiffany received a Bachelor of Sci-

ence Degree in Business Administra-tion with a concentration in Marketing.Megan earned a Master of Arts Degreein Communication Science and Disor-der with a concentration in SpeechLanguage Pathology.

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MUSIC OF THE NATION…Westfield Mayor Gregory McDermott signs aproclamation designating May 5 through 12 as National Music Week. Pictured,left to right, are: Beverly Thomas Shea, Musical Club of Westfield President,Mayor McDermott, Ruth Obeid, National Music Week Chairwoman, and ElsaHahn, Choral Director.

WESTFIELD — The public isinvited to join a celebration ofAmerican Music to be performedby members of the Musical Club ofWestfield on Wednesday, May 8, at8 p.m. at the First Baptist Church,170 Elm Street in Westfield.

The program for National MusicWeek will be a retrospective of thegrowth of the U.S., including cho-ral music conducted by Elsa Hahn.The accompanists will be MaryBeth McFall, piano; Jan Somers,flute; and Beverly Thompson Shea,harp.

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composed by an anonymous earlyAmerican composer to a modernwork by Leonard Bernstein, as wellas patriotic tunes.

Westfield Mayor GregoryMcDermott has signed a proclama-tion declaring May 5 through 12 asNational Music Week, with thetheme “Music – to be Treasured.”The proclamation asks all citizensof Westfield to observe and takepart in activities recognizing theimportance of musicians and musi-cal organizations in the cultural lifein the area.

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According to Friends PresidentDeirdre Malacrea, the four homes andone garden, open to the public from 10a.m. to 3 p.m., display a reverence fortradition and love of Americana, butare designed for the fast-paced frame-work of contemporary family life.

“Since the decorative arts have cometo mean more and more to our collec-tive identity, Home Tour visitors willappreciate glimpsing closely into theinterior lives of four homes known fortheir serene pride of place and indi-vidual character,” said Malacrea.

Along with form and function, funis the order of the day. Trader Joe’swill be on hand with free snacks andrefreshments. An exhibit of the workof widely-collected visual artist HelenFrank and a raffle of more than 35exquisite gift baskets, overflowingwith luxury goods and services do-nated by area merchants, will roundout the day.

“This year our theme baskets in-clude one for Father’s Day, Mother’sDay and Christmas, as well as basketsdesigned for brides, babies, gour-mands and gardeners. One basketbrims over with stylish Parisian ac-cessories from Interiors and the GiftMonkey; another is filled with itemsthat evoke an Italian spirit. There is

even a child’s size exact replica BMWthat is pedal-driven,” said WSO FriendCarole Brendel.

“The value of these baskets rangefrom $100-$700, thanks to the gener-osity and symphony spirit of so manyWestfield area merchants, includingWilliams-Sonoma, Douglas Perfume,JMK BMW, Bloomingdale’s,Poppyfield’s, La Crema Gelato &Caffe,” she added.

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The visual joys of décor will beaccompanied by live classical musicprovided by students of WSO Mae-stro David Wroe. Up and coming art-ists, cellist Minkyung Lee and violin-ist Magda Czajkowska, will play atone house, while 12-string guitaristJonathan Klizas sets the tone at an-other.

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Recently viewing the nonsensical but ac-tion-packed Scorpion King, with wrestlingstar “The Rock,” I was reminded of my uncleMarcus’ brief but illustrious brush with wres-tling greatness.

There are differences between the two men.Whereas the charismatic Rock is nearly 6’5"and weighs 275 pounds, Marcus, father of mycousin and childhood friend, Jackie, was asmall bull of a man, perhaps no taller than 5’4"and weighing about 170 pounds. And, TheRock, now reprising the role he first fashioned,albeit very briefly, in The Mummy Returns(2001), is really a professional wrestler.

Marcus owned a vegetable market in New-ark, and, to the best of my knowledge, nevergraced a professional wrestling ring, let alonea movie screen. But he had optimistic greeneyes, a kindly smile, and my father lovedtalking to him for hours. In our family thatwould qualify you as charismatic. Once upona time, Jackie and I decided he’d make a greatprofessional wrestler.

So it came to pass that for one summer weekin the late ‘50s, at a hotel in the Catskillmountains, he became Carlo Supremo, worldfamous wrestler. He was taking a holiday fromthe rigors of the ring, and decided to treat hisson and favorite nephew to a little vacation.

Ah, the instantaneous status it brought. Thinkof it with your brain set to age 12. We were theprogeny of a man who made his living tearingthe limbs from people. We were respected andfeared among our peers. Our celebrity contin-ued without incident, for five days.

It was at the dinner table on the fifth day ofour vacation when Marcus said he had to askus something. It seems the strangest inquirycame his way earlier that afternoon while heplayed pinochle on the wraparound veran-dah with some fellow guests. Quite out of theblue and to Uncle Marcus’ complete puzzle-ment, the card player from Scarsdale pusheda pad and a pen his way. She said she wantedan autograph from the great Carlo Supremo.

Then, after musing how lucky their littlegroup was to have Carlo at the card table, sheboldly asked, “Mr. Supremo, I hope youdon’t mind me asking, but have you everkilled a man in the ring?” Apparently, therewas no starting with the small stuff for this gal.

Jackie and I didn’t get to see what mydiminutive Uncle Marcus’ expression lookedlike when the question was posed. Nor did weever learn what his rejoinder was to the auto-graph hound. Now at the dinner table wewere witnessing his perplexed face as he triedto piece together the rather odd incident. Heasked us, “Have you been telling people I’ma wrestler?”

So we told him the whole truth, and howwe thought it would be cool if everyone at thehotel thought he were indeed Carlo Supremo.At which point the oddest expression ofamusement graced his visage, though just fora scant second or two. It even looked as if hewere trying to hide a smile. In any case, thedeed went unpunished, and my uncle didn’tbetray us to the other kids, nor to any otherfamily members, ever.

I like to think there was a part of Marcusthat was flattered — perhaps honored that wethought enough of him to believe he couldpull it off. In retrospect, I suspect maybe hejudged our charade with his brain switched to12-year-old. Which is what filmgoers willhave to do if they expect to enjoy the thrillsand spills perpetrated in The Scorpion King.

Apply any more brain power than that tothis silly Saturday matinee throwback andyou just might be too smart to understand the

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combination of history, Biblical tale, mythand Hollywood fantasy. Otherwise, it’s allthere. Everything but the plastic period hel-mets the movie theaters used to hand out as apremium whenever they showed a sandal-and-sword epic. You know the sort. SteveReeves used to turn them out like sausages.

Granted, The Scorpion King is reminiscentof that mixed era genre. Certainly, there isenough historical inaccuracy to furrow theforehead of any Egyptologist worth his saltpills. However, at least this new muddling ofmyth with fact isn’t so outlandish as to coun-terpoise ancient barbarians with their space-aged counterparts.

Such was a B-movie practice quite com-mon in the late ‘50s and early ‘60s, andactually not without its share of boosters.

Let’s face it. Not too many Oxford historyprofessors are going to make The ScorpionKing required viewing for all those who wantto understand the Middle East 5,000 yearsago. At least that’s not the drawing card thatUniversal was counting on when they paidThe Rock $5.5 million to play the title role.

As Mathayus, the Scorpion King, he con-tinues the Hollywood tradition of muscularathlete as action-adventure hero — a styleJohnny Weissmuller first popularized in the1930s. He’s the latest model handsome brute.He’s what will be pulling fans and gawkersalike into the Bijou. That, plus a whole lot ofderring-do with few special effects to obfus-cate the action.

In case you’re old enough to already likethe mushy parts, there’s also the pulchritudi-nous Kelly Hu as Cassandra the love interestwho, true to her name, is a soothsayer. Exceptthat people believe this very accurateCassandra. Especially Memnon (StevenBrand), the evil tyrant who would conquer allthat he surveys. He keeps her uncomfortablyon retainer. So far the scantily clad seer, hercostume doubtless approved by the prophet’sunion, has done great by her boss.

Then, when good-looking Mathayus ar-rives, the legendary assassin has her rethink-ing her career opportunities. The head of acoalition of otherwise warring tribes bandedtogether to destroy the egomaniacal Memnon,his first strategy is to kidnap the pretty proph-esier and thus smudge Memnon’s crystal ball.

The Stockholm Syndrome kicks in(y’know, as in Patty Hearst commiseratingwith her captors). Oops, am I giving away toomuch? No matter. Memnon gets her back.I’m not telling if Mathayus gets her backagain.

If the filmmakers had wanted a real actor,they would have acquired one. They didn’t, sothey didn’t. True to form, The Rock’s acting iswooden and unemotional. Then that’s thedubious charm of this film phylum. At work isthe fantasy of the outsider conquering not onlythe villain, but the medium as well.

For while The Rock’s an amateur when itcomes to things thespian, it’s his reputation asa pro wrestler that wins us over. Just ask CarloSupremo.

* * * * *The Scorpion King, rated PG-13, is a

Universal Pictures release directed by ChuckRussell and stars Dwayne “The Rock”Johnson, Kelly Hu and Steven Brand. Run-ning time: 93 minutes.

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I like to think that Lopes, who wouldhave turned 31 next month, mighthave heard the chorus of radio sta-tions recalling her work as an artistthat morning during our journeys towork.

PROMOTING ART…Westfield resi-dent Ken Zierler has been promotedto Group Art Supervisor at IntegratedCommunications Corporation (ICC)in Parsippany. Integrated is a phar-maceutical marketing and advertis-ing agency. Zierler has been aWestfield resident since 1993 andjoined ICC in 1999.

By CAROL F. DAVISSpecially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

The Friends of Music at St.Paul’s Episcopal Church willpresent its 10th AnniversarySpring Concert on Sunday, May5, at 7 p.m. The concert will fea-ture The St. Paul’s Choir joinedby world-renowned soloists andmembers of the Grammy Award-winning New Jersey SymphonyOrchestra. You will be treated to aperformance of a newly-com-pleted edition of Mozart’s Re-quiem, as well as Vivaldi’s Con-certo in D major for Two Trum-pets and Violin. All are invited,and donations will be accepted atthe door. For more information,please contact Charles Banks at(908) 232-8506, extension no 17.St. Paul’s is located at 414 EastBroad Street in Westfield acrossfrom Town Hall.

* * * * *Also on Sunday, from 11 a.m. to

5 p.m., you can celebrate the ar-rival of spring at the 13th CranfordArts & Crafts Festival, where youwill find a delightful combinationof food, crafts, music, and activi-ties for the kids. There will be morethan 150 exhibitors set up in thedowntown area, including jewelrydesigners, furniture makers,airbrush artists, crafters of stainedglass, and much more. A highlightof the festival will be a comedyshow by New Jersey’s own UncleFloyd, live between noon and 2p.m. on the stage on North Avenuenear the Rolex Clock. There willalso be musical performancesthroughout the afternoon. Oh, andbring an appetite — there will betreats from fresh fruit smoothies totoasted mozzarella and cornbreadsandwiches.

* * * * *On Wednesday, May 8, at 8

p.m., The Musical Club ofWestfield will present a recital incelebration of Music Week. Theprogram has a patriotic theme,relating to the history of America,with songs like “I’ve Been Work-ing on the Railroad,” “BoogieWoogie Bugle Boy” and“America.” Come to the FirstBaptist Church, 170 Elm Streetto enjoy the Musical Club Cho-rus and featured soloists.

* * * * *Rodgers and Hammerstein’s

South Pacific is next up at theCranford Dramatic Club Theatre,78 Winans Avenue in Cranford. Itwill be there weekends throughSaturday, May 18, and tickets are$15. You are all familiar with thispopular classic romantic musicaldrama, film, album, and yes, evena recent television movie remakewith Glenn Close and HarryConnick, Jr. Take your mom onSunday, May 12 — it’s Mother’sDay.

* * * * *The Theater Project at Union

County College is now presentingAll in the Timing, by David Ives.This collection of short one-act playsis unusual. If you are familiar withIves, you know that he presents situ-ations that are paradoxical in natureand highly amusing. See it on Thurs-days, Fridays and Saturdays untilSunday, May 19, for $7-$14. Therewill be an opening reception afterthe show this evening, and on Satur-day, May 4, there will be a Talk BackSession with the director, Mark Spina,and the cast. Call the box office at(908) 659-5189.

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CRANFORD — The Brick Com-munity Players will present theBroadway musical You’re A GoodMan Charlie Brown as a benefit forThe Emmanuel Cancer Foundationon Friday, May 31, at 8 p.m. in theUnion County College Theatre,Nomahegan Building, located at1033 Springfield Avenue, Cranford.Tickets are $15. For tickets, pleasecall The Emmanuel Cancer Foun-dation at (908) 322-4323, exten-sion no. 17.

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By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVINSpecially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

It’s a sad commentary on society when Elmo, a squeaky-voiced puppetwith red hair, is the only thing that can get through to members of the

United States Congress about preserving music edu-cation among our young people. Maybe it meansappealing to the hardheaded with something to

soften their hearts on a vital topic, butthe Sesame Street critter seemed tomake perfect sense to the 17-member

House of Appropriations Subcommitteeon Labor, Health and Human Services and Edu-

cation on April 24.Whether or not Elmo will achieve his goal of appropri-

ating $2 million for the International Foundation for Music Research isstill unclear. Yet, Elmo and his co-star Joe Lamond, President and CEOof the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), askedmembers of Congress to consider allowing the monies to “make sureevery child has access to quality music instruction.” A worthy cause, butthis is not usually top on the totem pole for the majority of our schools.

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the need for music education in ourschools and homes – a necessityoften overshadowed by sports-onlyextracurricular activities or math/science/English-only syllabi. Hetells us how music has helped himlearn his ABCs, facilitatingmemory skills and allowing him toexpress his creativity. “My friendJoe Lamond says some kids don’thave music in school. That makesElmo sad,” pled the puppet.

According to an NAMM pressstatement, both the muppet andMr. Lamond believe that “musiceducation is a vital core subject,not an optional elective.” Still, mostcreative subjects in our school sys-tems are either extracurricular op-tions, electives and/or mildly en-couraged as career possibilities.I’m wondering why, especiallywhen the National Association forMusic Education cites success insociety, life, developing intelli-gence and education as resultingfrom a strong education in music.

In fact, every March, a publicoutreach program, entitledMIOSM, is crafted to supportschool music programs and raiseawareness of the importance ofmusic education. Did you hearabout it in your school district ordoes it take a puppet to bring theimportance of music education toour consciences?

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Grand FinaleMay 11, 2002

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MOUNTAINSIDE – During threeshort weeks, on evenings and week-ends, Mountainside painter BronnaButler inspected photographs of thefirehouse in Westfield, taken at dawn,to capture the glorious, amber morn-ing light, the grandness of the build-ing, and the valor of the firefightersto formulate her latest piece, “A NewDay.”

According to Butler, DennisKinsella, Director of the AmericanRed Cross Chapter in Westfield/Mountainside, recommended thefirehouse as the painter’s focal point.Butler, who began “A New Day” inMarch, was working under a strictdeadline in order to produce the paint-ing for a Red Cross raffle slated forSunday, September 22.

Normally a portrait artist, whoworks under longer deadlines, Butlerfound the time limit challenging, butwas more intrigued by the hospitalityand cooperation of the members ofthe Westfield Fire Department.

“They were so fabulous,” she toldThe Westfield Leader and The Timesof Scotch Plains-Fanwood, pointingout that on the morning of shootingthe photos which would be used forthe painting, firefighters, who “suitedup” for the event, were sure to havethe doors to the firehouse garagewide open, fire trucks repositioned.

Butler was especially pleased thatthe painting would include Ameri-can flags waving in the wind, a red,white and blue “God Bless America”

engine’s windshield, signifying thepresence of two of Westfield’s brav-est, Butler depicts the true symbol-ism of the structure.

“A New Day,” which will be dis-played in the window of JuxtaposeGallery on Elm Street during theSpringFest on Sunday, will be raffledoff by members of the Red Crosschapter and given to one lucky win-ner on September 22.

Mr. Kinsella remarked that Butler,who is also a Red Cross volunteer,has not only contributed profoundlyto post 9/11 efforts through her per-sonal selflessness, but also throughher creative expression. He was hon-ored to have the piece displayed re-cently at the Red Cross ChapterHouse, located at 321 Elm Street.

The admiration is mutual for But-ler, who told The Leader and TheTimes that she was struck by the“commitment and selflessness” dem-onstrated by both the firemen andrescue workers, as well as members

of the Red Cross, who she calls “thequiet heroes” of volunteerism.

Directly after 9/11, Butler craftedthe 24” x 36” oil painting, “TheRescue,” which was donated by theAmerican Red Cross in October 2001and later displayed at the New YorkCity Pier 94 Family Assistance Cen-ter from October to December of2001. The Red Cross donated thepiece to the Archdiocese of Newark,where it hangs in the ArchdiocesanCenter. To read an interview withButler on “The Rescue,” please visithttp://www.goleader.com/02jan17/.

Butler received her Bachelor ofArts Degree in Art in 1972 from theUniversity of Missouri. The artist hasalso studied at Idaho State University,the New Jersey Center for Visual Artsin Summit, DuCret School of Art inPlainfield, and the New York Acad-emy of Art in New York City.

Primarily, most of Butler’s portraitsmay be found at Juxtapose. She hasalso exhibited in art shows throughoutthe state and New York City at theSalmagundi Art Club. Butler is also amember of the American Society ofPortrait Artists, the Portrait Society ofAmerica and the New York City Sal-magundi Artists’ Club.

“A New Day,” which is profession-ally framed, is one of three prizes upfor grabs at September’s raffle. Thesecond prize is a vacation package toAmelia Island Plantation Resort inFlorida and the third prize is a sportstickets package, featuring the Mets,Yankees, Devils and Nets games.

Tickets for the raffle are currentlyavailable at the Red Cross ChapterHouse, The Town Bank of Westfield,The Windmill, Bonsall Chiropractic& Sports Center, all of Westfield, andthe Mountainside Deli. Proceeds willbenefit the Red Cross Chapter ofWestfield/Mountainside. For more in-formation, please call (908) 232-7090.

Jennifer Pinto for The Westfield Leader and The TimesFOUR-ALARM PAINTING...Bronna Butler of Mountainside has worked with theAmerican Red Cross chapter in Westfield/Mountainside and firemen at theWestfield Fire Department to craft her latest oil painting, “A New Day,” which willbe raffled off by the Red Cross.

Jennifer Pinto for The Westfield Leader and The Times

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Out of the three members of the 90srap/hip-hop group, “TLC,” Lisa “LeftEye” Lopes was the indomitable oneto be reckoned with. In 1994, when shebecame incensed over a melee withher boyfriend, Atlanta Falcons receiverAndre Rison, she set his house on fire.When she got in the habit of substitut-ing one of her eyeglass lenses with acondom in order to promote safe sex,she also made a fashion statement.But, when she decided to vacation inHonduras, a place where she foundserenity, she lost her life at the age of 30in a car crash.

Tragic deaths at young ages is noth-ing new in the entertainment indus-try; still it never seems to stop piercingus with sighs of grief and words ofwhat might have been for the singer,actor, or personality.

Surviving the group’s bankruptcyand rifts between its members, Lopeshad attempted to release a solo albumwith Arista records entitled, “Super-nova,” which was shelved because ra-dio stations weren’t receptive to herwork. Plugging away, Lopes signedwith Death Row Records and threwher support behind emerging artists.

The Philadelphia native was bornwith music in her blood – father Ronaldplayed a wide range of instruments,from piano to saxophone. While herfather’s career in the U.S. Armybrought her all over the world, Lopescame to appreciate various culturesand races, most especially Spanishtraditions.

In 1990, Lopes made Atlanta, Ga.her home and hooked up with Tionne“T-Boz” Watkins and Rozonda “Chili”Thomas. The trio hit it big in 1992when they gave birth to a triplet of hits,“Ain’t 2 Proud 2 Beg,” “Baby-Baby-Baby,” and “What About YourFriends” (my personal favorite).

Still, no one stood out with crazy-quick rapping skill like Lopes, tellingit like it is, unafraid of censorship andwise beyond her years.

Friday morning, when news of herdeath came across my television screen,I couldn’t help but to peel down thesunroof and blast “Waterfalls,” theaward-winning single that etched ra-zor-sharp images in our heads andlessons to hold true and dear.

sign on the building’s façade, and anadjacent mailbox painted with a flagmotif.

She believes that these symbolswill serve as reminders indicative ofthe post-9/11 period, “so that fiveyears from now, people could lookback and know that this was painteda few months after September 11th.”

In “A New Day,” Butler preciselycaptures the way the ocher light playsupon the normally-white firehouse,turning it a tawny hue. From theblaring red lights on the center redfire engine, the fluidity of a lightblue sky and the blurs behind the

Big Strides Being MadeBig Strides Being MadeBig Strides Being MadeBig Strides Being MadeBig Strides Being MadeBy Little Opera Co.By Little Opera Co.By Little Opera Co.By Little Opera Co.By Little Opera Co.

By CAROL F. DAVISSpecially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

SCOTCH PLAINS — Don’t letthe name fool you. There is nothing“little” about The Little Opera Com-pany of New Jersey except for someof the performers. The youngstersin the company range from 6 to 18years old, and although many arefrom the Westfield area, some travelup to two hours away to be a part ofthis dynamic and talented ensemble.

Once the youngsters are acceptedinto the group, they may receive,free of charge, training in Italian,vocal and stage techniques, and ex-ercises in opera improvisation.

According to Valerie Pineda, whofounded the two-year-old non-profitgroup with her husband, JuanPineda, the Little Opera Companywas founded quite “by accident.”

The two were planning a concertversion of Mozart’s The Marriageof Figaro, when suddenly they werejoined by an orchestra with a con-ductor, costumes, kids, and narratorCeleste Holme.

Valerie and Juan devote their livesto opera. Both performers in thecompany, they also teach voice atthe New Jersey Workshop for theArts in Westfield.

The most recent concert offeredby The Little Opera Company in-cluded Westfield residents Eliza-beth Cullin, Rachel Hawkins,Valerie Hoffman, Emily Sheehan,Anna Lena-Schmidt, Hillary Nicole,Rebeca DiFazio and Sarah Szollar,as well as Scotch Plains students

William Shore, Jennifer Cua,Francine Nieva, and MelissaPantojan.

A double bill concert held atWestfield High School (WHS), theprogram included challengingpieces such as Mascagni’sCavalleria Rusticana andLeoncavallo’s I Pagliacci.

Celine Mogielnicki, 15, a WHSstudent and the winner of the 2002Young Vocal Artists Awards Com-petition, performed as the daughterin I Pagliacci. Darren Levy, 16, ofWestfield, played the narrator dur-ing the performance.

The purchase of tickets to one oftheir performances will not onlyprovide the ticket holder with awonderful opera experience, butproceeds benefit The ScholarshipFund, which provides financial as-sistance to their performers, in or-der to enable them to continue theirstudies.

Catherine Spadora of Union be-came involved with the group lastyear, and will be attending the NewEngland Conservatory of Musicwith the help of this financial aid.

None of the company’s effortswould come together without thededication of the volunteers behindthe scenes.

Christine Sheehan, President ofthe Board of Trustees, is just oneexample of someone who believesin this company.

People of all ages are welcome toaudition, and may arrange to do soby calling (800) 831-6215.

Photo Courtesy of Juan PinedaMAGIC STORYTELLER...During a spring production of Doniuzetti’s L’elisirD’amore, the story of a magic potion is told to villagers.