Area Residents Voice Opposition to More Parking at Tamaques During Open Forum

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The Westfield Leader
(cid:151) Serving the Town Since 1890 (cid:151)
OUR 108th YEAR (cid:150) ISSUE NO. 24-99 USPS 680020 Thursday, June 17, 1999 Published 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS
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Area Residents Voice Opposition to More
Parking at Tamaques During Open Forum
By LILLIAN DUGGAN parking lot behind the basketball outside the perimeter. attended the open forum meeting
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader courts as an alternative to the exist- Margaret Allen of Dickson Drive, indicated that this would help to solve
At an open forum meeting held on ing plan, and spoke in favor of a a roadway which leads into the park, the parking problem at Tamaques.
June 9, Westfield residents came be- proposal to study whether Board of was the first to raise questions about Kevin Anderson of Village Green
fore the Town Council(cid:146)s Public Works Education fields can be used to alle- how the council determined the num- read to the committee a letter from
Committee to voice their concerns viate usage of Tamaques fields by ber of spaces to add. the New England Village Tamaques
over a proposed plan to increase the area sports leagues. She said it was (cid:147)puzzling to under- Park Association, which is comprised
number of parking spaces in According to Town Engineer Ken- stand why 80 spaces were needed.(cid:148) of residents from the area surround-
Tamaques Park. neth B. Marsh, the parking plan In response to Mrs. Allen(cid:146)s com- ing Tamaques.
Many in attendance expressed re- would increase the number of spaces ments, Mr. Marsh said (cid:147)no formal The letter stated, (cid:147)We believe that
gret over the lack of a formal study on on the perimeter of the park oval by study(cid:148) was done before plans for better scheduling of sporting events
the part of the Council to determine about 80. Sixteen new spaces and adding spaces were devised. in the park and among the town(cid:146)s
whether or not additional parking is several handicapped spaces would be He added that the goal of the coun- other facilities could eliminate the
needed in Tamaques, and, if more added by means of re-striping three cil was to (cid:147)maximize parking with current overflow of cars. We strongly
GARDEN FRESH(cid:133)The Westfield Farmers Market will open on Thursday,
spaces are necessary, how many existing lots. limited clearing.(cid:148) Several other resi- believe this is the best solution for
June 24, and is being sponsored by the Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce.
spaces should be added. Three new lots would add about 70 dents in attendance expressed the maintaining the long-term quality of
Pictured, above, shoppers select fresh produce at the market. Please see related
story on Page 9. Residents also suggested adding a spaces. There are 84 existing spaces same concern as Mrs. Allen. Among the park.(cid:148)
them was Dickson Drive resident Carol Molnar, Chairwoman of the
Westfield Police Sergeant Injured in Crash
Michael Ancona. Board of Education Liaison Com-
Mr. Ancona began his address of mittee to the Town Council, told The
the Public Works Committee stating, Westfield Leader that plans are un-
At Intersection of Boulevard and West Grove (cid:147)Glaringly, the lack of a study begs derway for the business administra-
the question (cid:145)Why do we need these tor of the Board of Education to meet
spaces?(cid:146)(cid:148) with members of the Recreation Com-
Mrs. Allen, Robert Mill of Village mission (cid:147)within the next couple of
By SUZETTE F. STALKER which was traveling westbound on Green, and Monica Felsing of weeks.(cid:148)
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader West Grove. The driver of the Pontiac
Dickson Drive, all suggested that if Fourth Ward Councilwoman Janice
An off-duty Westfield police ser- was not injured, authorities said.
additional spaces are needed at Fried Weinstein, a member of the
geant critically injured in a traffic According to Captain Bernard
Tamaques, they be placed behind the Public Works Committee told The
accident Monday has been upgraded Tracy of the Westfield Police Depart-
basketball courts. Westfield Leader that she and four
to fair condition and was to be trans- ment, Sergeant Gray(cid:146)s vehicle flip ed
According to Third Ward Council- other council members met at
ferred yesterday to an intermediate onto its side in the collision. Captain
man and Chairman of the Public Tamaques recently to survey the park-
care unit at University Hospital in Tracy said the momentum caused the
Works Committee John J. Walsh, ing situation.
Newark, hospital spokesman Roger Grand Prix to push the Ford into the
security and the possibility that the During the walk-through, Coun-
Ramsey confirmed. telephone pole.
area is classified as wetlands may cilwoman Weinstein said she (cid:147)con-
Patrol Sergeant Patrick C. Gray, He added that as the accident un-
make it an inappropriate location for vinced(cid:148) the other members to (cid:147)thor-
46, a resident of Elizabeth, was ad- folded, the Grand Prix struck a bicy-
a parking lot. Mr. Walsh said the area oughly exhaust the field scheduling
mitted to the hospital(cid:146)s Surgical clist who was also traveling west-
is blocked from the view of the rest of issue.(cid:148)
Trauma Intensive Care Unit after the bound on Grove Street. The bicyclist,
the park. Mr. Ancona, a business professor
accident at Boulevard and West Grove identified as 15-year-old Gregory
In his opening remarks, Mr. Walsh at Rutgers University, offered the
Street, which occurred at 5:10 p.m. Morrison of Westfield, suffered mi-
mentioned a proposal that the Board consulting services of his master of
and involved two vehicles and a bi- nor injuries.
of Education combine efforts with business administration students to
cycle, authorities said. One of two passengers in the Grand
the Recreation Commission to con- assist in resolving the field usage
Sergeant Gray, a 22-year member William A. Burke for The Westfield Leader Prix, 17-year-old David Sangster of duct a study of field utilization in issue.
of the Westfield force, was driving UNDER INVESTIGATION...Police conduct their investigation at the scene of Union, sustained a cut lip in the
order to (cid:147)get a clear look(cid:148) at whether Ms. Felsing suggested that
northbound on Boulevard when his Monday(cid:146)s serious traffic accident at Boulevard and West Grove Street. A accident, police said. The other pas-
red 1988 Ford truck collided with a Westfield Police Sergeant was critically injured in the accident, which is under senger was uninjured. Board of Education fields can be Westfield High School students (cid:147)take
investigation by the New Jersey State Police. Sergeant Patrick Gray(cid:146)s 1998 Ford used to reduce the burden placed by on a project to use computers to come
black 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix driven Sergeant Gray, who was alone in his
Truck, shown here, flipped over on its side after it collided with a 1997 Grand sports leagues on Tamaques. up with a master plan(cid:148) for field us-
by Cristobal Angulo, Jr., 17, of Union,
Prix driven by Cristobal Angulo, Jr., 17, of Union. Several Westfield residents who
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Westfield High Seniors Gear Up
For Graduation on Father(cid:146)s Day
By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN dents to (cid:147)be open to noticing when Westfield Leader. Instead, the soon-
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader these chances arise(cid:148) and taking ad- to-be freshman at Rutgers
As Westfield High School (WHS) vantage of them. University(cid:146)s Douglass College, will
seniors lay out their caps and gowns, (cid:147)Everything at Westfield High pay tribute to her class which she
inscribe yearbooks, and look ahead School was excellent,(cid:148) Assembly- believes holds (cid:147)diverse talent.(cid:148)
to college courses, there is still com- man Bagger reflected. (cid:147)Excellence What is unique about the Class of
mencement exercises to attend on was the pursuit in all endeavors.(cid:148) He 1999 at Westfield High School? Ac-
Father(cid:146)s Day, June 20, where Assem- cited the wealth of activities, state cording to Alexis, it is (cid:147)overflowing
blyman Richard H. Bagger is sched- championship teams, and music and with ambitious people.(cid:148) She stated
uled to address the Class of 1999, the drama programs as valuable oppor- with admiration that her fellow class-
last class of the 20th century. tunities offered at WHS. mates love to dance, sing, and are
(cid:147)I am genuinely thrilled to have (cid:147)I grew up in a matter of seconds,(cid:148) career-minded and multi-talented.
the opportunity(cid:148) Assemblyman Bag- reflected Alexis Jemal, WHS Stu- (cid:147)They(cid:146)re very energized. They(cid:146)re William A. Burke for The Westfield Leader
WNC DAY IN WESTFIELD...In anticipation of the second annual Westfield Neighborhood Council street fair this
ger told The Westfield Leader when dent Council President who will be into a lot,(cid:148) she noted.
Saturday, June 19, Mayor Thomas C. Jardim issued a proclamation recognizing WNC(cid:146)s 30th anniversary and the fair by
asked about his role as guest speaker delivering a graduation speech to (cid:147)Now is always the time,(cid:148) will be
proclaiming Saturday as Neighborhood Council Day in Westfield. Pictured, left to right, are: Mary Enhard, Treasurer
at the ceremony. peers and parents at the ceremony. the theme and vital piece of advice of the WNC Board of Trustees; Mary Withers, Vice Chairman of the WNC Trustees; Harold Cohen, WNC Trustees
The 1978 graduate of WHS said (cid:147)I(cid:146)m not going to give advice. Who that Alexis will dispense to her friends President; Mayor Jardim; Ezella Johnson, WNC Executive Director; Jeanne Attenborough, Janet Turner and Claire
that it (cid:147)doesn(cid:146)t seem that long ago(cid:148) am I to give advice?(cid:148) Alexis told The Lazarowitz, all WNC Trustees, and Harold Sarvetnick, Fair Chairman. Please see a story on Page 12.
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that he was seated in cap and gown at
Zoning Board Opts to Postpone Vote on Community Ctr.
his own graduation. He added that he
hopes to compose a five- to six-minute
speech that will contain nuggets of
valuable advice for the graduates. Application to Construct Child Care, Adult Care Facility
His first piece of counsel will be,
(cid:147)encouraging the graduate to get in-
volved in the community in some
way in the world outside of academic By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL Donnell Carr, a member of the WCC architectural plans for the build-
and career pursuits.(cid:148) Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Board of Directors. (cid:147)We decided, ing.
(cid:147)The excitement of serendipity(cid:148) Because only five members of the however, to wait until all seven mem- Last month, seven of the board(cid:146)s
will be the second theme of the speech Westfield Board of Adjustment were bers who originally heard our testi- nine members heard testimony from
yet to be composed by the Assembly- able to vote on Monday evening, a mony are present at a meeting, so expert witnesses regarding the ex-
man and former Mayor of Westfield. decision on use variances sought by that we have a better chance of attain- pansion of the current WCC facility,
(cid:147)Some of the most interesting op- the Westfield Community Center ing our use variances.(cid:148) located at 558 West Broad Street.
portunities in life are the ones that (WCC) to build a day care and adult The WCC is seeking a number of The center hopes to offer child care
come by surprise or by accident,(cid:148) care facility was carried over until variances including front and rear as well as an expanded adult medical
revealed Mr. Bagger. the board(cid:146)s next meeting on Monday, yard set backs and on-site parking. day care program across the street at
Noting that events in a graduates July 12. If these are approved, the board Palsted Avenue and West Broad
life may not always arise from the (cid:147)We need five positive votes to would also decide whether or not to Street.
(cid:147)best laid plans,(cid:148) he urges the stu- approve our applications,(cid:148) stated grant site plan approval for the According to members of the Board
of Adjustment, a use variance must
Optimist Club Awards Presented;
be attained for this annex building, to
be located at the corner of Palsted
Avenue and West Broad Street, be- Courtesy of Robert Algarin for The Westfield Leader
PROPOSED DAY CARE CENTER (cid:151) The above is an artist rendering of the
Staff Evaluation Reviewed by BOE cause the area is zoned for residential
proposed day care and adult care center sought by the Westfield Community
use. Center. A vote by the Westfield Board of Adjustment has been delayed until July
The case was held over from the at the earliest.
board(cid:146)s May meeting until Monday ing at Monday(cid:146)s session. as well as members of the center(cid:146)s
By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN teacher from Edison Intermediate as reasons for nominating him for night at the request of board member Board Attorney Robert Cockren Board of Directors. They were in
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader School and another teacher at the commendation. Henry Kelly, who asked the annex suggested that before the next meet- attendance at the May meeting as
Walter Buda and Lynne Gerber Roosevelt Intermediate School to rec- Roosevelt School Principal Ken building(cid:146)s architects to submit a more ing, attorney Westfield-based James well as the one earlier this week.
stood proudly as Westfield Board of ognize the importance of teaching at Shulack noted, (cid:147)Both nominees live (cid:147)detailed(cid:148) rendering. Flynn, who is representing the Com- According to the architects, the
Education President Darielle Walsh the intermediate school level. the mission statement of this dis- Westfield-based architect Robert munity Center, should call the board(cid:146)s new, two-story building will be able
presented them separately with the The Social Studies Supervisor for trict.(cid:148) He added that even before the Algarin, working with Albert office first to make sure all seven to accommodate 60 children attend-
Optimist Club Award for Outstand- both intermediate schools, Mr. Buda statement was ever composed, Mr. Schleifer, another architect in town, members who originally heard the ing day care, as well as serve an ever-
ing Intermediate School Teaching will retire from his position in July Buda and Mrs. Gerber were institut- submitted a full color, more detailed case in May are scheduled to be in increasing population of elderly
and a board resolution at the onset of after serving the school district for 31 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 drawing of the proposed annex build- attendance, before bringing in com- people who also need care.
the board(cid:146)s regular meeting on Tues- years. IIIIINNNNNDDDDDEEEEEXXXXX munity members. If approved, the next step, accord-
day. Teachers, parents and peers have Arts................Page 22 Editorial........ Page 4 Religious....... Page 11 WCC representatives supporting ing to Ms. Howell, (cid:147)is to launch a
The award, which was established credited Mr. Buda(cid:146)s (cid:147)individualized Classifieds..... Page 21 Mountainside Page 3 Social............ Page 6 the proposed building included Ex- $1.3 million campaign to raise the
last year, is presented annually to one attention, creativity, and enthusiasm(cid:148) County .......... Page 2 Obituary........ Page 10 Sports............ Page 13 ecutive Director Ernestine Howell, needed funds for the project.(cid:148)
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The Westfield Leader
Page 12 Thursday, June 17, 1999 and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION
Police Sergeant Injured WESTFIELD
Opposition to More Parking
POLICE BLOTTER
At Tamaques Heard at Forum In Crash at Intersection
MONDAY, JUNE 7 dispute in a park at Cacciola Place and
• A local dry cleaning business re- South Avenue.
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ported the theft of $125, according to Police said the victim, who sustained
age. speeding cars is more of a problem vehicle, had to be extricated by Westfield up a pizza when the accident happened, police. a gash on his lip, was transported to
The New England Association letter than the number of people crossing Fire Department personnel using the jaws Captain Tracy confirmed. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9 Rahway Hospital, where he was treated
also expressed its support of using gravel the oval. of life, Captain Tracy confirmed. Members The three people in the Grand Prix were • Approximately $20 in coins and and released. There was no further de-
to expand existing lots as a temporary At the start of the meeting, Council- of the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad, en route to play a baseball game against bills, along with a Pioneer stereo, were scription on the suspect at this time.
measure, (cid:147)until it can be determined that man Walsh requested that speakers main- police department and medics also re- Westfield High School students in a sum- reported stolen from a motor vehicle • A Scotch Plains resident reported
better scheduling has indeed resolved tain a (cid:147)civil discourse,(cid:148) in light of the sponded to the scene, he said. mer league when the accident occurred, parked on Benson Place, authorities said. that he was grabbed around the neck in
the parking situation.(cid:148) controversy, at times heated, surround- Captain Tracy said his colleague sus- authorities said. The total value of the missing items was the south side Westfield Train Station
Robert Eckman of Carleton Road in- ing the issue. In asking that no attacks or tained a fractured neck vertebrae, although Detective Sergeant Carl V. Geis of the $220. lot by another man with whom he was
troduced the potential resolution of es- partisan politics be part of the meeting, there was no apparent spinal cord damage. Westfield Police Department(cid:146)s Traffic • A South Plainfield resident reported having a dispute. The incident appar-
tablishing a self-contained parking area Councilman Walsh said, (cid:147)Tell us what He acknowledged that Sergeant Gray, who Safety Bureau said the teen-aged bicyclist the theft of a cellular telephone from the ently began a short time earlier while
that is accessible only from an exterior we(cid:146)ve missed. Tell us the facts.(cid:148) had been unconscious, regained conscious- somehow managed to avoid the brunt of front seat of his vehicle, which was parked both were driving along Summit Av-
road, such as Lamberts Mill Road. He Councilman Walsh said he hoped the ness Tuesday morning. the collision, adding that the bicycle itself at Trinity Place and First Street. enue.
questioned the safety of adding more matter would be discussed at last night(cid:146)s (cid:147)He(cid:146)s speaking, he(cid:146)s communicating,(cid:148) wound up underneath Sergeant Gray(cid:146)s • Police reported that two adjacent Both the suspect and the victim left
spaces, and thereby increasing traffic, council work session meeting. Captain Tracy told The Westfield Leader overturned vehicle. condominium complexes in the 200 block the scene after the alleged assault took
around the perimeter of the park. (cid:147)I do think we need to come to some yesterday. Sergeant Geis said Sergeant Gray, a popu- of Prospect Street were defaced with place. The victim, who was not injured,
Mr. Marsh responded that such a park- sort of closure on this (additional parking Mr. Ramsey noted that while Sergeant lar officer who has been cited for heroism, black spray paint. The targeted areas subsequently reported the incident to
ing area (cid:147)was never considered as an spaces),(cid:148) he said, indicating that regard- Gray(cid:146)s injuries were not life-threatening, is well known not only in the local commu- included the front doors of one building police.
option.(cid:148) He also mentioned that Lam- less of the meeting with school board and he was alert, it was (cid:147)too early(cid:148) to tell nity but throughout the state. and the outdoor seating area of the other. SUNDAY, JUNE 13
berts Mill Road is a county road rather members, a solution needs to come forth how long the officer would be in the hospital Westfield Police Chief Anthony J. Scutti • Anthony Adams, 22, of Newark was • A Cumberland Street resident re-
than a town thoroughfare. to alleviate pressure on Tamaques. or the anticipated length of his recovery requested that the investigation into the arrested and charged with theft by de- ported the theft of a car bumper cover.
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High School Seniors Prepare a downtown Westfield restaurant to pick dent. sha•rpP ooblijceec tr etop osrctreadtc thh atth seo wmoerodn (cid:147)eJ uosneeds (cid:148)a mPaartke.ly $1,500 from a Windsor Avenue
Optimist Awards Granted; into the hood of a vehicle which was • A Scotch Plains resident reported
parked in a municipal lot on Elm Street. that her vehicle was damaged while it
to Graduate on Father(cid:146)s Day • An Alden Avenue resident reported was parked at Fairview Cemetery on
Staff Evaluations Reviewed that a chandelier valued at $25,000 was East Broad Street.
removed from her garage. MONDAY, JUNE 14
• A local resident reported that he • A Cacciola Place resident told po-
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that afternoon. She confided that although men(cid:148) at WHS. was punched in the face by a male sus- lice that two tires on his vehicle were
the climate of the (cid:147)real world(cid:148) demands (cid:147)They embraced national issues in a ing those goals and principlesC OinN TtINhUeiErD FROmMe PnAt GoEf i1nformal visits by a supervisor to a pect with whom he was having a verbal punctured.
more of students today than in past years, mature, intelligent and very sophisti- classrooms. teacher(cid:146)s classroom, streamlined evaluation WESTFIELD
(cid:147)Each year it gets tougher. We (the stu- cated manner,(cid:148) Dr. Petix stated. (cid:147)They Mr. Buda was surrounded by applause forms, and improvement in readability.
dents) adapt to our environment.(cid:148) set a marvelous tone for the school.(cid:148) as he rose to accept his award. He thanked The purpose of the informal visit, over- FIRE BLOTTER
As Alexis anticipates pursuing her He called guest speaker Assembly- the school board and Optimist Club, the all, is meant to be (cid:147)relationship building(cid:148) (cid:150)
individualized double major of medi- man Bagger an ideal representative of bevy of well-wishers who came out to opening communication between supervi-
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in her life. She believes that through He noted his genuine concern for the Murphy and Mr. Shulack. JSE Member Elizabeth Muller defined Cowperthwaite Place - system malfunc- - auto accident.
making the tough decisions, learning town and his pride in being a father. In recognizing his colleagues, Mr. Buda the formal observation, which differs from tion. • Five hundred block of Dorian Road
responsibility and how to manage time, (cid:147)That is what makes his speaking on stated, (cid:147)This award could have gone to the informal visit, as a process of (cid:147)collect- • Seven hundred block of Lawrence - system malfunction.
she has discovered her own sense of Father(cid:146)s Day ideal,(cid:148) Dr. Petix stated. anyone on that staff. This is a wonderful ing data on the performance of a teaching Avenue - structure fire. • One hundred block of Pine Court -
self which she plans to carry with her (cid:147)And, he is a perfect match for this conclusion to 31 years.(cid:148) staff member(cid:146)s assigned duties and respon- • One hundred block of East Broad unintentional alarm.
to college. particular year.(cid:148) A Spanish instructor at Roosevelt, Mrs. sibilities.(cid:148) Street - mulch fire. • Two hundred block of Hazel Av-
While she is soon to be surrounded by Although discussion has arisen from Gerber had served the Hillsborough School (cid:147)The P.O.C. Cycle(cid:148) has been termed as • Four hundred block of East Broad enue - oil burner malfunction.
students from other high schools, Alexis graduation being held on Father(cid:146)s Day, District for several years and holds 23 years the process for the evaluation of non-ten- Street - odor investigation. • Chestnut Street Roselle - mutual
stated that she will always be grateful for Dr. Petix reported that he has received of experience as a foreign language teacher. ured and tenured teachers. This process • One hundred block of Carol Road - aid.
her Westfield High School experience. favorable feedback regarding the sched- She has been educated and has taught involves a Pre-Conference which is fol- electrical short. FRIDAY, JUNE 11
She noted that she has benefited from uling. everywhere from Libya to a small Jesuit lowed by a Formal Observation. A maxi- TUESDAY, JUNE 8 • Three hundred block of Benson
opportunities provided by recommenda- He concluded that he aims to continue school in Kansas, where she was the first mum period of two days stands between • Two hundred block of Linden Av- Place - system malfunction.
tions from WHS Principal Dr. Robert G. the tradition of holding commencement female instructor. those events. enue - smoke odor investigation. • One hundred block of East Broad
Petix and other teachers who took the exercises during the week in future years. Mrs. Gerber was singled out for her Ten days after the Formal Observation, a • Seven hundred block of Boulevard - Street - system malfunction.
time to believe in her. But, all in all, the Principal believes that talent, articulation, and innovation in pre- Post Conference between the teacher and power line down. • Three hundred block of North Av-
(cid:147)It has been a school environment that this Father(cid:146)s Day/Graduation arrange- senting Spanish as a language and a cul- supervisor is held. This establishes open • Eight hundred block of Rahway enue, West - mulch fire.
really cares and is involved(cid:148) in the lives ment will make the event unique. ture. She has also been lauded for spear- discussion regarding the lesson observed by Avenue - system malfunction. • One hundred block of Elm Street -
of its students, Alexis concluded. WHS students will be provided with heading a collection for victims of a hurri- the supervisor and the teacher(cid:146)s overall per- • Three hundred block of North Chest- antifreeze spill on roadway.
Prior to penning his graduation ad- an alcohol-free alternative to parties via cane that devastated the Carribean. She formance in the classroom. nut Street - propane tank leak. • Three hundred block of Linden Av-
dress, Dr. Petix told The Westfield Leader Bash (cid:146)99 which will be held on gradua- collected $2,100, which was given to the Non-Classroom Performance is evalu- • Six hundred block of Elm Street - enue - system malfunction.
that the Class of 1999 has been (cid:147)an tion evening at the Ricochet Racket Club American Red Cross. ated, based on the teacher(cid:146)s professional smoke odor investigation. • Eight hundred block of Ramapo Way
excellent role model for the underclass- in South Plainfield. Mr. Shulack reported that when Mrs. growth and interpersonal relations. The WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9 - unintentional alarm.
Gerber discovered she would receive the supervisor will also factor in teachers(cid:146) con- • Six hundred block of Central Av- • Two hundred block of Windsor
School District Employees award, she stated, (cid:147)Why me? There are just tributions to the educational environment enue - water condition. Avenue - system malfunction.
dozens of teachers in this building who of the student as well as their efficiency in • Five hundred block of Alden Av- SATURDAY, JUNE 12
deserve this award.(cid:148) administrative responsibilities, such as enue - gas grill fire. • Three hundred block of South Av-
Two of Mrs. Gerber(cid:146)s students told their record or grade keeping. THURSDAY, JUNE 10 enue, East - unintentional alarm.
Honored at Annual Gala Spanish teacher during the presentation, Classroom Performance is evaluated • Trumbull Street and Third Street, • Seven hundred block of Central
(cid:147)You taught me everything I know.(cid:148) based on how teachers plan and prepare Elizabeth - mutual aid call. Avenue - electrical odor investigation.
(cid:147)You turned me on to Spanish,(cid:148) stated lessons, their methods of instruction, the • One hundred block of Prospect SUNDAY, JUNE 13
Thirty Westfield Public School Resources; Anthony Libretti, the other pupil. teacher/pupil relationship, and the observ- Street - mulch fire. • Seven hundred block of Glen Avenue
staff members were honored by the Edison and Roosevelt Intermedi- Commending the school board and able results in the students. • Chestnut Street, Roselle - mutual - carbon monoxide sdetector activation.
Westfield residents, Mrs. Gerber stated that The teacher(cid:146)s PIP or Professional Im-
Westfield Board of Education and ate Schools; John Oshust, there is (cid:147)magic(cid:148) in the town such as Westfield provement Plan also plays a crucial role in Cacciola Street Fair
colleagues at the 12th annual Gala Westfield High School; Connie where so much excellence has been achieved. the evaluation. A teacher(cid:146)s attendance at
for school employees held on June Odell, Washington Elementary She also noted the rarity of a teacher being able inservice programs, workshops, conferences,
10 at The Westwood in Garwood. School; Blanche Perlman, Spe- to retire (cid:147)happily(cid:148) after 31 years as her col- committee work, sabbaticals, and college or Marks 30th Anniversary
league, Mr. Buda, will do. university courses falls under this category.
The annual event brings staff cial Services; Paul Roy, Westfield (cid:147)Our kids are going to make great differ- Assistant Superintendent for Curricu-
members together to honor retirees, High School; Grace Salomon, ences,(cid:148) she said. In addressing the board, lum and Instruction and JSE member Janie
people with 25 years of service and McKinley Elementary School; she concluded, (cid:147)You(cid:146)ve encouraged pro- P. Edmonds reported that an eight-page Of Neighborhood Council
those resigning after 10 years of John Scafaria, Westfield High fessionalism and excellence. It(cid:146)s not hap- roster of indicators for evaluation sets up
employment. School; Arthur Silveira, Westfield pening everywhere but you(cid:146)ve maintained and clearly defines the expectations of a
it in this town.(cid:148) teacher in the school district.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. High School. Turning to the Superintendent(cid:146)s Re- The 54 indicators boil down to two major By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL Angelic Choir from St. Luke(cid:146)s Afri-
William J. Foley and Westfield • 1998-1999 Employees port, David Tuller, Director of Human questions: Does the instruction make sense? Specially Written for The Westfield Leader
Education Association President Honored for 25 Years of Service: Resources and Chairman of the Joint Staff Does the instruction have meaning or rel- Celebrating its 30th anniversary, can Methodist Episcopal Church,
Michael Seiler thanked the hon- Gregory Bremus, Westfield High Evaluation Committee (JSE), offered a evance to the student. If these two goals are the Westfield Neighborhood Council Westfield; the Mount Zion Baptist
concise presentation on the process of achieved, the teacher is essentially working (WNC) will hold a Street Fair on Church Youth Choir, Edison; St.
orees for their dedication and ser- School; Robert Brewster, Westfield Staff Evaluations to board and audience well to fulfill his or her expectations. Cacciola Place at Central Avenue John(cid:146)s Baptist Church Men(cid:146)s Choir,
vSiccheo otlos. the Westfield Public HWiegsht fiSeclhdo oHl;i gShh aSucnh oCohl;e reKwaircehn, meTmhbee ervsa.luation, which was referred to as ing(cid:147)?S(cid:148)o m diuds tehda tS mupakerei snetennsed eanntd ohfa vSec mhoeoalns-, this Saturday, June 19, from 11 a.m. Scotch Plains; the Westfield Barber-
Board of Education Darielle Goller, Westfield High School; Elsa (cid:147)the document,(cid:148) has taken nearly 29 years Dr. William J. Foley. He reported that the to 6 p.m. The rain date is set for shop Quartet; the New Jersey Work-
to refine since formal discussion between school board will have the opportunity to Saturday, June 26. shop for the Arts Jazz Band; the New
Walsh and Vice President Arlene Hahn, Franklin School; Donna the Westfield Education Association and analyze the findings of the JSE and the The WNC has been in operation Generation Choir from the Plinton
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included: School; Linda Pastir, Westfield Richard Gange. Board Members Eileen Satkin and Vice social services organization. the Bethel Baptist Church Dancers,
The process resulted in a clarification of President Arlene Gardner called the evaluation Executive Director Ezella Johnson and the Moon and the Star Dance
• 1998-1999 Retirees: High School; Bette Tuthill, philosophy behind the evaluation, encourage- plan (cid:147)enlightening(cid:148) and (cid:147)impressive.(cid:148) said that the second annual Street Troupe, Jackson.
Michael Barba, Roosevelt Inter- McKinley School.
Fair is not only a celebration of the Also performing are the Family
mediate School; Gaile Boothe, • 1998-1999 Decade of Ser-
WNC(cid:146)s 30th anniversary, but also a Rhythm and Blues Band, which per-
Westfield High School; Arlene vice Resignations: Jeanette
fundraiser to support (cid:147)the ongoing forms at Crossroads in Garwood; Mr.
Borges, Jefferson Elementary Brannan, Westfield High School;
programs that benefit the commu- Chun(cid:146)s Black Belt Academy, Scotch
School; Walter Buda, Edison and Janet Buda, Office of Instruction;
nity.(cid:148) Plains; the Children(cid:146)s Choir of the
Roosevelt Intermediate Schools; Jorge Concepcion, Wilson School;
She noted that the group is sup- Metropolitan Baptist Church, Scotch
Joseph Francaviglia, Maintenance; Salvatore DeSimone, Tamaques
ported by six part-time staff persons Plains; the First Baptist Church of
Janet Gibson, Franklin Elemen- Elementary School; Margaret
who (cid:147)are energetic and supportive of Linden(cid:146)s Gospel Choir; the Parkside
tary School; Eileen Kirschner, Sub- Longo, Edison Intermediate
the WNC(cid:148) and by countless volun- Drill Team of Somerset and Disc
stitute; Beverly Landon, Human School.
teers, including area residents, com- Jockey Boo of Roselle.
munity churches and high school As part of the opening ceremony,
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Ms. Johnson added that-the group(cid:146)s Baptist Church, will deliver the in-
Board of Trustees, headed by Harold vocation.
A. Cohen, were also vital in the During the fair, guests and resi-
success of their programs. dents are invited to come into the
The Street Fair will feature rides, WNC(cid:146)s building, which is located at
games, food and vendors as well as 127 Cacciola Place, to see highlights
an assortment of multi-ethnic and of the organization(cid:146)s achievements
PLANTING PANSIES(cid:133)Brownie Troop No. 498 and Daisy Troop No. 711 of
Wilson Elementary School in Westfield recently took time after school to help multi-cultural entertainment. over the last three decades.
beautiful the grounds. They planted pansies along the front garden in honor of Performances will include the Currently, there are five major pro-
Juliette Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts. The teamwork of the kindergartners Children(cid:146)s and Men(cid:146)s choir from grams provided by the center.
and third graders is evident in the successful blooming of the flowers. Pictured Bethel Baptist Church, Westfield; the These include: The Students Tuto-
is Margot Tishberg preparing the soil for planting. rial Enrichment Program, which pro-
vides an after-school enrichment and
tutoring program to Westfield stu-
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OUR 40th YEAR (cid:150) ISSUE NO. 24-99 USPS 485200 Thursday, June 17, 1999 Published 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS
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Board of Education
Makes Decision
On SP-F Leveling
By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN curriculum is coupled with 50 hours
Specially Written for The Times of professional training time for the
Five weeks after public discussion four teachers who will be responsible
of grouping by academic ability, or for educating the heterogeneously-
leveling, in Scotch Plains-Fanwood grouped English classes in Septem-
middle schools was formally ber.
launched, the Board of Education Dr. Crews identified an additional
voted 6-3 last Thursday, June 10, to 45 hours of after-school meeting time
Joanna B. Marsh for The Times
Cheri Rogowsky for The Times GET READY TO GET WET(cid:133)Town Attorney Andrew Baron braces himself eliminate the practice in sixth-grade for these middle school teachers and
A CLASSIC TREASURE(cid:133)Jerry Nielson, a Scotch Plains resident, gave festi-
for a fall into the dunk tank, a featured event at the fifth annual Classic Car Show English classes at Terrill Middle their supervisor.
val-goers the opportunity to admire his 1936 Ford Wagon during the Classic Car
Show and Craft Fair in Scotch Plains. and Craft Fair. Mayor Geri M. Samuel also volunteered to be dunked during the School beginning in September 1999. Parents had spoken passionately
festivities. Park Middle School(cid:146)s sixth-grade both for and against the practice of
English classes are already heteroge- grouping by ability during the four
Classic Car Show,
neously grouped. public meetings, which preceded the
Seventh-grade English, during the board(cid:146)s decision. Many of the par-
1999-2000 school year, will stay as is ents returned repeatedly to follow the
Craft Fair Another (cid:151) leveled at Terrill, not leveled at progress of the talks and participate
Park. Leveling will be eliminated in in the discussion.
seventh-grade English at Terrill be- Some parents were dissatisfied that
ginning in September 2000. certain questions remained unan-
Success in Township Students in eighth-grade English swered by the administration during
will continue to be split into two the course of the discussions and
groups at both middle schools. when the proposal was finally passed.
Two-tier leveling in math in grades (cid:147)Terrill did level. Park did not,(cid:148)
By DEBORAH MADISON SPBPA Scholarship Fund and the six, seven and eight at both schools said parent Donna Bachi, who called
Specially Written for The Times Downtown Beautification Project. will remain intact. her son(cid:146)s English class at Park (cid:147)awe-
Despite threatening weather reports The Craft Fair, which was spon- The final de-leveling proposal from some.(cid:148)
and gray skies, the fifth Annual Clas- sored by the Emmanuel Cancer Foun- the office of Dr. John Crews, Assis- (cid:147)What was the difference when
sic Car Show and Craft Fair on June dation, raised approximately $1,000, tant Superintendent for Instruction, these kids went on to the high school?(cid:148)
13, sponsored the Scotch Plains Busi- according to Craft Fair Chairwoman was an amended version of the April she asked. (cid:147)I had hoped to hear about
ness and Professional Association, was Mabel Ginsberg. The money will as- 9 original plan, which, in math, called that.(cid:148)
a great success, according to the event(cid:146)s sist the families of pediatric cancer for heterogeneous grouping in sixth During the June 10 meeting, it was
Chairman Steve Hoeckele. patients. grade, and two-level grouping in sev- the board members(cid:146) turn to state
About 80 cars turned out for the A dunk tank, featuring Mayor Geri enth and eighth grades. their positions before casting their
Classic Car Show Competition. M. Samuel, was a big hit with resi- Cheri Rogowsky for The Times In English, the first proposal also votes.
Scotch Plains resident, William dents. Also volunteering for the tank THEY CAME FROM EVERYWHERE...A youngster from Roselle Park en- called for heterogeneous grouping in (cid:147)I(cid:146)m comfortable with the proposal.
Wright Jr., won the Best Show Tro- were Township Attorney Andrew joyed her day at the fifth annual Classic Car Show and Craft Fair on June 13. sixth and seventh grade, and two It(cid:146)s important that we get
phy for his classic 1937 Dodge 4- Barron, Councilman Martin I. Marks, The event was sponsored by the Scotch Plains Business and Professional levels of instruction in eighth. consistency(cid:133)most importantly in
Association.
door Sedan and the Scotch Plains Ex-Councilman Robert Johnston, The second recommendation from curriculum and textbooks. With con-
Fire Department won Best Antique Building Inspector Robert Lacosta, Hoeckele. events and more crafters.(cid:148) Dr. Crews and ultimately approved sistency, it(cid:146)s easier to raise the bar,(cid:148)
Truck for their 1959 Mack Pumper. and the local United Parcel Service (cid:147)Although the turnout was smaller Cornering off Park Avenue be- by the board maintained homoge- stated Board Member Richard R.
According to Fire Chief Jonathan P. (UPS) delivery man. than usual this year due to the in- tween Front and Second Streets neous grouping in math throughout Meade.
Ellis, the Mack pumper is no longer in According to SPBPA President clement weather, we plan on expand- worked out well, allowing partici- middle school, but asked for the het- Board Member Jessica M. Simpson
service, but used for parades and shows. Ray Pardon, the dunk tank alone ing each year to get bigger and bet- pants to cross freely and enjoy all of erogeneous grouping in sixth-grade stated, (cid:147)A heterogeneous environ-
Mr. Wright said that he has en- raised approximately $300 toward ter,(cid:148) Mr. Pardon said. the activities and events without English. ment has always appealed to me. It(cid:146)s
joyed restoring and fixing old cars the funds. (cid:147)The dunk tank was a lot of fun. worrying about traffic, according to Dr. Crews called the plan to de- a philosophy I embrace. The research
since he was a child working with his (cid:147)The children had a terrific time And the main thing is that the fair Mr. Pardon. level seventh-grade English (cid:151) which is not terribly conclusive. I think
father on older cars. riding the giant, mechanical el- raised money for a good cause,(cid:148) (cid:147)Next year we will build on our some parents were surprised to see you(cid:146)re drawn to what speaks to you.(cid:148)
The event raised approximately ephant, petting the zoo animals and Mayor Samuel commented. She success and add even more events,(cid:148) (cid:151) (cid:147)a natural follow-up...part of the While Board Member Jean
$2,000 which will go toward the riding in the moon walk,(cid:148) stated Mr. added, (cid:147)Next year, we will have more Mr. Pardon added. original proposal.(cid:148) McAllister was happy to see the train-
A new sixth-grade Language Arts ing support in place for teachers, she
was not convinced that each child
MEETING SLATED FOR 7:30 P.M. AT PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL
would be reached in a heterogeneous
classroom.
Dean Oil Application to be Heard
(cid:147)That(cid:146)s a formidable challenge,(cid:148)
stated Mrs. McAllister, who did not
support the proposal.
By Planning Board on Wednesday Board member Lance Porter ad-
mitted he had some problems with
the administration(cid:146)s presentation. He
went out on his own to speak with
teachers about leveling when it be-
By SUZETTE F. STALKER 24 units. municipality should purchase the came clear they would not be ad-
Specially Written for The Times The applicants, who require sev- property. The question would be in-
dressing the board and public, as had
A development partnership is eral variances in connection with cluded on the municipal ballot in the
originally been requested. Mr. Porter
scheduled to return before the their proposal, have a contract to Tuesday, November 2 General Elec-
voted for the proposal.
Fanwood Planning Board next purchase the property from its cur- tion.
Board member Thomas Russo, who
Wednesday, June 23, in a renewed rent owner, listed in Fanwood tax Council members have emphasized
opposed the proposal, said he was
bid to build garden apartments at the records as Savers(cid:146) Shares of that the referendum is non-binding
not convinced that making the change
long-vacant Dean Oil site, located at Morristown. and would simply serve as an infor-
away from leveling was better than
the northeast corner of LaGrande Opponents of the project, who or- mation resource. They have noted
leaving things alone, or re-institut-
Avenue and Second Street. ganized a grass-roots campaign en- that it is separate from the Planning
ing the practice at Park.
The hearing on the controversial titled Fanwood Citizens for Respon- Board(cid:146)s pending hearing on
(cid:147)Why take something away unless
application will take place begin- sible Development, have argued that LaGrande Realty Associates(cid:146) appli-
we can show there(cid:146)s something wrong
ning at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of an apartment complex is inappropri- cation.
MARDI GRAS!...The Parent Teacher Organization from McGinn Elementary with it?(cid:148) he asked.
Park Middle School in Scotch Plains, ate for the lot, which is zoned as According to Borough Attorney
School in Scotch Plains recently held its annual Mini-Fair fundraiser entitled, Board Member Edward J. Saridaki,
in order to accommodate the large general-commercial. Dennis Estis, Fanwood could seek to (cid:147)McGinn(cid:146)s Mardi Gras.(cid:148) Rides, games, prizes, tattoos, food and fun were all Jr., who with his wife, was among the
audience and extensive testimony They have also maintained a multi- acquire the property either through made available for students to enjoy in a Mardi Gras setting. Pictured, left to
parents who first questioned the elimi-
expected for the appeal. family dwelling would put a crunch the right of eminent domain or via the right, are: Brian O(cid:146)Donnell, Prize Jester Ellen Del Mauro, Tyler Del Mauro, and
nation of leveling in English when
The present petition by LaGrande on traffic and parking conditions, Sean Dolgin.
Realty Associates, LLC still calls for local school enrollment, recreational CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
a two-story complex on the 1.3-acre facilities and emergency services. Retiring Teachers Earn
site, but with one less two-bedroom During an interview with The Times Open Space Referendum
apartment than the 24 originally pro- of Scotch Plains-Fanwood back in
posed. The leftover space has report- March, Mr. Mollozzi countered that
Kudos From School Bd.
edly been earmarked for two, one- the complex would generate much Put on Ballot by Council
bedroom affordable housing units, less traffic than commercial use of
according to the Planning Board of- the property.
fice. He projected the units would pri-
By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN (cid:147)Kit(cid:148) Moulton, 25 years. Virginia
Developers Vincent Bontempo and marily be rented by individuals and
John D. Mollozzi first appeared be- couples, saying families with school- The ScSopetcciahll yP Wlarititnens f-oFr Tahne wTimoesod Board Calrsaof froe,c coagfneitzeerdia. staff, 17 years, was SpecBiayll yF WRrEitteDn fRorO ThSeS TIimes ebrye ncdouumnt ys toilflf inceiaeldss btoef obree aipt pirso fvoerd-
fore the Planning Board on February age children would typically be look- of Education recently honored 16 Retiring from Terrill Middle The Scotch Plains Township Coun- mally placed on the ballot for the
24 with a proposal for a three-story ing at houses. retirees by acknowledging each School are Janet Siecke, Language cil last week approved a resolution November 2 election.
structure containing 36 units. Utilized by Dean Oil for many individual(cid:146)s contributions during Arts teacher, 23 years; and Morris asking Union County to place an Leading the council(cid:146)s support for
The board postponed its hearing to years as a storage and distribution their service to the school district. Thomas, custodial staff, 25 years. open space referendum on the ballot the referendum, Mayor Geri M.
March 25, however, after about 100 facility, the land has been dormant The majority of the honorees served Leaving Coles Elementary School in November. Samuel singled out several township
protesters packed the Council Cham- since the company ceased its opera- the students of Scotch Plains and are fifth-grade teacher Grace Klimko, If approved by the voters, a Mu- officials, including Parks and Recre-
bers (cid:150) the board(cid:146)s regular meeting tions there a decade ago. Fanwood for more than 20 years. 23 years; and special education nicipal Open Space Recreation and ation Director Laura Botto, for their
venue (cid:150) exceeding the permitted oc- The site subsequently underwent a The following teachers were rec- teacher Nancy O(cid:146)Shea, 27 years. Farmland and Historic Preservation efforts in getting the open space ques-
cupancy of the room. successful environmental cleanup to ognized from Scotch Plains-Fanwood Retirees from McGinn Elemen- Trust Fund would be created to ac- tion before the voters.
In the interim, the developers scaled eradicate contaminants which had High School (SPFHS): Gertrude tary School include teacher Helen quire land to be used primarily for Also at its meeting last week, the
back their proposal to 24 units, but seeped into the ground from under- Kesting, Physical Education/Health, Boguszewski, 22 years; and lunch/ new ball fields and park areas, a council welcomed Democrat Lorraine
withdrew their application days be- ground storage tanks. 31 years of service; Karen Morreale, general aide Constance Borneman, 5 matter of importance to the council, McDede Donatelli to the governing
fore the rescheduled hearing. During During last Thursday(cid:146)s regular Foreign Language, 35 years; and years. which has made the upgrading of body.
an April 19 concept hearing before meeting of the Fanwood Borough Carole Pantano, Physical Education/ The Board also recognized Harry parks and recreational facilities one She fills the vacancy left by the
the Planning Board, held to discuss Council, officials adopted on second Health, 30 years. Also honored were Heitz for 11 years of service as a of its priorities this year. death on May 17 of her husband,
possible renewal of their petition, reading an ordinance which supports Chief Robert Rybitski, head of the member of the district maintenance The trust fund would be financed Franklin P. Donatelli. After her ap-
Mr. Mollozzi indicated he and his a non-binding referendum to tap pub- AFJROTC Program, 17 years; staff. by a tax of two cents per $100 of local pointment was unanimously ap-
partner would resubmit their plan for lic sentiment concerning whether the Russell Amato, custodial staff, 10 (cid:147)All of these individuals played a property valuation, which, accord- proved by the council, Mrs. Donatelli
years; and Anna Ziegler, office assis- part in this district,(cid:148) stated Board ing to Republican Councilman Wil- took the oath of office from Scotch
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tant, 16 years. President Theresa Larkin, who re- liam J. McClintock, could raise an Plains Democratic Municipal Com-
Arts................Page 22 Editorial........ Page 4 Religious....... Page 11 Honorees from Park Middle School marked on the (cid:147)tremendous talent(cid:148) estimated $2 million over a 10-year mittee Chairman Dr. Walter Boright,
Classifieds..... Page 21 Mountainside Page 3 Social............ Page 6 were teacher Joseph Filep, Jr., Social departing with this group of retirees. period. and then tearfully acknowledged the
County .......... Page 2 Obituary........ Page 10 Sports............ Page 13 Studies, 27 years; and nurse Kathleen CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 The proposed wording of the ref- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
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Board of Education Makes SCOTCH PLAINS
POLICE BLOTTER
Decision on School Leveling
MONDAY, JUNE 7 and discovered a rear glass door smashed
• It was reported that a man entered a out by a large rock. It appeared that the
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 liquor store on East Second Street, house was not entered.
their son attended Park in 1996. members and Dr. Crews denied there
grabbed two bottles of liquor and fled. FRIDAY, JUNE 11
(cid:147)I owe the people at Terrill an apology was a hidden agenda in the middle school
• Steven Luciani, 20, and Clifford • A business on Beryllium Road re-
if this motion passes,(cid:148) Mr. Saridaki plan.
Behler, 20, both of Scotch Plains, were ported a rock thrown through a window.
stated. He indicated that homogeneous In other business, the board recog-
arrested for possession of two six-packs • A business in the 2500 block of
grouping could be equally successful if nized the efforts of the Telephone Pio-
of beer while walking on Mountain Av- Plainfield Avenue reported receiving bad
backed by the kinds of resources the neers, a group of AT&T retirees and
enue at approximately 1 p.m. Both were checks as payment for services.
administration has earmarked for the employees, who worked with parents at
released on summons. • A resident reported that while at-
heterogeneous program. McGinn Elementary School during a Net
• A Beryllium Road business reported tending a recreational facility on Martine
Satisfied that leveling would remain Day to wire the school for Internet ac-
that someone had thrown a large rock Avenue, cash was removed from a wallet
in math, Board Member August Ruggiero cess.
through the windshield of a truck owned that had been left in a locker.
supported the proposal (cid:147)with reserva- The board also discussed a letter from
by the company while it was parked in its SUNDAY, JUNE 13
tions,(cid:148) because, he said, he has a (cid:147)natu- parent Deborah Madison, director of the
lot. The incident took place some time • A vehicle was reported damaged while
ral bias(cid:148) toward leveling. Committee for Parental Choice (CPC),
over the weekend. parked in front of a Marion Lane residence.
Board Vice President Dr. Donald E. which stands behind students being able
THURSDAY, JUNE 10 • A resident of the 1200 block of
Sheldon, while admitting he was philo- to attend their neighborhood schools.
• Police responded to an alarm on Terrill Road reported the theft of a bi-
sophically and emotionally inclined to- The board agreed to investigate its op-
ward grouping, voted in favor of the de- tions available under state law. William A. Burke for The Times Ravenwood Lane at approximately 2 p.m. cycle from the driveway.
UNDER INVESTIGATION...Police conduct their investigation at the scene of
leveling proposal. At present, according to Superinten-
He said, (cid:147)I(cid:146)m convinced that the pro- dent of Schools Dr. Carol B. Choye, Monday(cid:146)s serious traffic accident at Boulevard and West Grove Street. A FANWOOD
Westfield Police Sergeant was critically injured in the accident which is under
posal will succeed because of the com- schools are configured to reflect the (cid:147)di-
mitment behind it.(cid:148) versity of our community(cid:148) in keeping investigation by the New Jersey State Police. Sergeant Patrick Gray(cid:146)s 1998 Ford POLICE BLOTTER
Truck, shown here, flipped over on its side after it collided with a 1997 Grand
Another vote of support came from with board policy.
Prix driven by Cristobal Angulo, Jr., 17, of Union.
Board President Theresa Larkin, who Mr. Ruggiero suggested convening a
admitted being more of a (cid:147)stickler(cid:148) for human relations task force to take the TUESDAY, JUNE 1 which was parked in a driveway in the
leveling in math. pulse of the community on this particu- Westfield Police Sergeant • A shoplifting incident was reported 100 block of North Avenue.
(cid:147)The argument has moved beyond con- lar issue. (cid:147)There(cid:146)s one set of values in at a South Avenue supermarket, in which TUESDAY, JUNE 8
sistency. We need something better,(cid:148) the existing approach,(cid:148) he said. a black male fled the store with seven or • A home in the 200 block of Terrill
she said, speaking to parents(cid:146) demand (cid:147)There(cid:146)s another from the CPC.(cid:148) eight bottles of aspirin, police said. There Road was burglarized, according to po-
Is Injured in Collision
for a more challenging education for all Dr. Choye suggested the board (cid:147)hold was no further description of the suspect. lice. The suspect entered the house
students. off(cid:148) on the formation of a task force until • Sherman Paull, 41, of Plainfield through a basement window and stole
A new voice from the audience ques- it sees the forthcoming information from was charged with shoplifting at a South $200 in change.
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Fanwood High School. Several board through this past fall and winter. Specially Written for The Times day morning. giving false information to a police of- vehicle was stopped for a red light at
WESTFIELD (cid:151) An off-duty (cid:147)He(cid:146)s speaking, he(cid:146)s communicat- ficer, allegedly placed two bags of frozen South Avenue and Terrill Road, another
Dean Oil Bid to be Heard Westfield police sergeant critically in- ing,(cid:148) Captain Tracy told The Westfield shrimp under his coat while at the store. motorist behind her began honking the
jured in a traffic accident Monday has Leader yesterday. He was released on his own recogni- horn of her own car, then got out and
been upgraded to fair condition and Mr. Ramsey noted that while Ser- zance. began pounding on the victim(cid:146)s window.
was to be transferred yesterday to an geant Gray(cid:146)s injuries were not life- SUNDAY, JUNE 6 When the victim rolled down the win-
At June 23 Board Meeting
intermediate care unit at University threatening, and he was alert, it was • Luis Pelaez, 20, of North Plainfield dow to ask what the problem was, the
Hospital in Newark, hospital spokes- (cid:147)too early(cid:148) to tell how long the officer was charged with driving while intoxi- other driver spat in her face, she said,
man Roger Ramsey confirmed. would be in the hospital or the antici- cated after being stopped on South Av- before leaving the scene. The suspect
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Patrol Sergeant Patrick C. Gray, 46, pated length of his recovery period. enue near Old South Avenue for motor was described as a white female in her
state(cid:146)s 1992 Redevelopment and Hous- criteria for being in need of rehabilita- a resident of Elizabeth, was admitted He stated, however, that Sergeant vehicle violations, authorities said. Pelaez 40s.
ing Law. The latter alternative permits tion. The acquisition procedure would to the hospital(cid:146)s Surgical Trauma In- Gray was scheduled to be moved yes- was released on his own recognizance. Police said they have a license plate
a town to pursue condemnation if a site then follow the same course as when a tensive Care Unit after the accident at terday from intensive care to the MONDAY, JUNE 7 number for the suspect(cid:146)s vehicle, and are
is deemed to be in need of rehabilita- town exercises the right of eminent do- • A cellular telephone was reported continuing their investigation into the
tion. main, the Borough Attorney said. Boulevard and West Grove Street, hospital(cid:146)s Progressive Care Unit, which stolen from an unlocked motor vehicle incident.
The eminent domain option requires Councilman Louis C. Jung, elected which occurred at 5:10 p.m. and in- he described as an intermediate level
that a property be purchased for public June 8 as the Republican candidate for volved two vehicles and a bicycle, au- between intensive and routine care. FANWOOD VOLUNTEER
use. Once a town has decided to do this, Mayor, announced at last week(cid:146)s council thorities said. Sergeant Gray, the father of two chil-
the next step is having an appraiser walk session that a public meeting on down- Sergeant Gray, a 22-year member of dren, had taken the day off to attend a RESCUE SQUAD BLOTTER
the site with the owner in an attempt to town development issues will take place the Westfield force, was driving north- father-son event at Jefferson Elemen-
reach a mutually agreed upon purchase on Tuesday, June 22, beginning at 7:30 bound on Boulevard when his red 1988 tary School in Westfield. He was on his
price, Mr. Estis explained. p.m. in the Multi-purpose room of Park Ford truck collided with a black 1997 way to a downtown Westfield restau- Statistics for May 1999
If an agreement cannot be reached, the School. Pontiac Grand Prix driven by Cristobal rant to pick up a pizza when the acci-
appraiser has to come up with a compen- Participants will be divided into fo- Angulo, Jr., 17, of Union, which was dent happened, Captain Tracy con-
sation figure based on the value of the cus groups for the discussion. Mr. Jung traveling westbound on West Grove. firmed. In-Town Emergency Calls: 44
property at the time of the appraisal, he said the purpose of the meeting, spon- The driver of the Pontiac was not in- The three people in the Grand Prix Out-of Town Mutual Aid Calls: 8
added. sored by the Fanwood Downtown Revi- jured, authorities said. were en route to play a baseball game Total Calls: 52
The Redevelopment and Housing Law talization Committee, is to find out what According to Captain Bernard Tracy against Westfield High School students Trips Made to Area Hospitals: 32
mandates that a property cannot be con- residents would or would not like to see
of the Westfield Police Department, in a summer league when the accident Advanced Life Support Called 18
demned until the local Planning Board in the downtown, including the Dean
has determined that it meets the legal Oil site. Sergeant Gray(cid:146)s vehicle flipped onto its occurred, authorities said. Total Volunteer Hours: 162
side. Captain Tracy said the momen- Detective Sergeant Carl V. Geis of
SP Council Votes in Favor tum caused the Grand Prix to push the the Westfield Police Department(cid:146)s Traf- Most Common Emergencies
Ford into the telephone pole. fic Safety Bureau said the teen-aged
He added that as the accident un- bicyclist somehow managed to avoid Chest Pain/Difficulty Breathing Injuries
folded, the Grand Prix struck a bicyclist the brunt of the collision, adding that Sudden Illness Motor Vehicle Accidents
Of Referendum on Ballot
who was also traveling westbound on the bicycle itself wound up underneath Pediatric
Grove Street. The bicyclist, identified Sergeant Gray(cid:146)s overturned vehicle.
as 15-year-old Gregory Morrison of Sergeant Geis said Sergeant Gray, a Of Special Note:
dozen or so members of her famCilOyN iTnIN tUhEeD FROnMe sPsA aGnEd 1 Professional Association to hold Westfield, suffered minor injuries. popular officer who has been cited for In May line officers participated in the Emergency Management Y2K
audience. downtown sidewalk sales Thursday, Fri- One of two passengers in the Grand heroism, is well known not only in the Meeting. Members participated in the NJ State First Aid Council 2nd
Prix, 17-year-old David Sangster of local community but throughout the
Each member of the council took a day, and Saturday, July 22 through 24, District meeting during the month, the Overlook Area Council
turn welcoming Mrs. Donatelli. and Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Au- Union, sustained a cut lip in the acci- state.
Mrs. Donatelli has not yet decided gust 12 through 14. dent, police said. The other passenger Westfield Police Chief Anthony J. Meeting and the Muhlenberg Area Council Meeting.
whether to run in the special election in In addition, Councilman McClintock was uninjured. Scutti requested that the investigation
November that will fill the remaining said the renovations at the Scotch Plains Sergeant Gray, who was alone in his into the accident be conducted by State
three years of her late husband(cid:146)s four- Free Public Library are nearly complete vehicle, had to be extricated by Westfield Police, rather than his own department,
year term. and urged residents to visit the facility so Fire Department personnel using the to avoid any semblance of impartiality,
Separately, the council approved a reso- they can enjoy the various improvements jaws of life, Captain Tracy confirmed. according to a published report which
lution permitting the Scotch Plains Busi- made. Members of the Westfield Volunteer was verified by the Westfield Police
County Vo-Tech Schools Hold Rescue Squad, police department and Department.
medics also responded to the scene, he Although stop signs are posted on
said. Boulevard, authorities had not deter-
Workshops on Job Success Captain Tracy said his colleague sus- mined at press time how the accident
tained a fractured neck vertebrae, al- occurred or how fast either of the driv-
though there was no apparent spinal ers were traveling. Captain Tracy said
SCOTCH PLAINS (cid:151) During the of United Parcel Service presented a cord damage. He acknowledged that no summonses had been issued in con-
last four months, the Union County program on interviewing skills, while Sergeant Gray, who had been uncon- nection with the accident.
Vocational-Technical Schools Diedre McCarthy from DeVry spoke on
(UCVTS) Student Assistance Center Career Infusion Fundamentals of Suc-
has had students participating in vari- cess. Local School Board Honors
ous workshops designed to assist them Ms. Jeffrey pointed out the programs
in preparing for entry into the workforce. focused on preparing students to be-
According to Evelyn Jeffrey, career come successful workers and well-ad- Veteran Employees, Retirees
counselor at UCVTS, the young men justed adults. She added that at UCVTS,
and women needed not only the exper- priority is given not only to producing
tise in learning the skills attributed to students well-trained in the crafts but CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1
their various vocational training, but also to providing the necessary emo- (cid:147)Each made wonderful contributions to vidual resolutions passed in each
AIDS AWARENESS(cid:133)The AIDS Awareness Club of Union Catholic High
also the attitude. tional supports needed to enhance their the district(cid:146)s children and they will be retiree(cid:146)s honor, and to enjoy refresh-
School in Scotch Plains recently sponsored a cabaret and dessert fundraiser. Of
With the assistance of various area chances of being successful. sorely missed.(cid:148) ments afterward. The event was taped
the total $3,000 collected, half was donated to St. Bridget(cid:146)s Residence in Newark,
agencies and companies, the schools Over 700 students participated in Family members were invited to for airing on local public access sta-
a transitional housing facility for homeless men with HIV/AIDS. Pictured, left
were able to address several issues that these programs. attend the program to hear the indi- tion, TV 34.
to right, are: front row, Stephanie Juen, Rick Flynn, Director of the perfor-
would be helpful in the workplace. mance; Kim Deo, Elizabeth Powell and Nicole Manziano, and back row, Jacob
Among those speaking to students Marianne T. Panarese Reviriego, Keith, a St. Bridget(cid:146)s resident; Brother Joseph McAlister, Managing
were Lynn Randall, a child clinician Director of St. Bridget(cid:146)s; Bruce Zehnle, advisor to the AIDS Awareness Club;
from Elizabeth General Medical Cen- Receives Degree Jonathan, another resident of the facility, and Bryan Hughes. Student Tom
ter, who discussed effective coping Zielinski was also at the presentation.
skills and stress management, and Ivory At Manhattan College
Fennell, a counselor with the Union Union Catholic Club Raises
County Youth Service Bureau, who WESTFIELD (cid:150) Marianne T.
spoke on the subject of managing an- Panarese of Westfield received
ger. Richard Baraka, a counselor for her undergraduate degree from Funds to Help AIDS Patients
East Orange General Hospital, led a Manhattan College in Riverdale,
discussion on substance abuse. New York on Sunday, May 23.
Carol Fitzpatrick and Davis Bowlus
SCOTCH PLAINS (cid:151) Students in Participating students were mem-
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Catholic High School in Scotch formers or production crew for the
Plains recently coordinated a cabaret show. An additional $1,500 will be
and dessert fundraiser, (cid:147)No Day But presented to the National Catholic
Today,(cid:148) that netted $3,000 for pro- Aids Network (NCAN).
grams which benefit those with HIV
and AIDS.
They presented half of the pro- Fanwood TV-35
AND THE WINNER IS(cid:133)Joan Costello(cid:146)s third graders at McGinn Elementary
ceeds to Brother Joseph McAlister,
School in Scotch Plains recently celebrated her winning of the 1999 Joan Vagelos
Currie Award for Excellence in Teaching in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Managing Director of St. Bridget(cid:146)s Weekly Schedule
Schools. Award recipients are chosen annually for excellence in classroom Residence in Newark, a transitional
teaching, commitment to parental involvement in their children(cid:146)s education, housing facility for homeless men
and service to the Scotch Plains-Fanwood school and community. Pictured is the Friday, June 18, 8:00 P.M.
with HIV/AIDS.
honored teacher and her students. FYI-Fanwood Mayor Connelly(cid:146)s
Show & the Rabies Clinic
Friday, June 18, 9:00 P.M.
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Page 2 Thursday, June 17, 1999 and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION
Green Acres Official Proposes Referendum
To Create an Open Space Tax for County
By PAUL J. PEYTON for, why it is needed and the types of Mr. Walsh served many years on the He said terms provide a commitment
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times projects that could be completed from Fanwood Borough Council, includ- from the board to its officials.
ELIZABETH (cid:151) The Union County this revenue source. ing the post of Council President prior Freeholder Chairman Nicholas P.
Board of Chosen Freeholders have (cid:147)This would be an enormous asset to retiring from elective office at the Scutari said the matter was fully dis-
been asked to consider placing a ref- to the existing Pocket Parks Program,(cid:148) end of last year. cussed by the Policy Committee last
erendum on the November ballot for he explained. Mr. Albert, a Democrat, ran for the year when he was the committee(cid:146)s
an open space and recreation tax aimed That program, now in its second Assembly from the 22nd Legislative chairman. He said the board could
at both enhancing and creating new year, provides up to $100,000 in District in 1997. decide at some later point to (cid:147)re-
opportunities in the county. matching grant monies to renovate Other Assistant Counsels are: visit(cid:148) the matter at which point it
A state official explained that such and enhance existing parks and fields Rosalba Comas, Francis J. Thiel, would come back to the Policy Com-
a tax could add a $3.2 million annual or to fund the creation of new open Christopher M. Howard, Pamela G. mittee.
pot of money that would be specifi- space for park land. Dunn-Hale, Ellen Grod, and The board also approved a resolu-
cally geared to parks and recreation Voters in 16 of New Jersey(cid:146)s 21 Annamarie Betao Bercik. tion that establishes a Union County
needs throughout the county. counties along with 92 municipalities The previously set salaries are as Shared Services ad hoc committee.
IN TOUCH WITH NATURE(cid:133)Trailside naturalist Julie Cardillo and volunteer
Steve Jandoli, a Principal Planner have approved similar referendums, follows: Ms. Cohen, $113,056; Mr. The seven members appointed to
Jen DeVelde from Cranford are pictured with third- and fourth-grade students
with the state(cid:146)s Department of Envi- Mr. Jandoli explained. O(cid:146)Dwyer, a Scotch Plains resident, the committee will serve two-year wearing their nature masks during last year(cid:146)s Earth Artists program. This
ronmental Protection(cid:146)s Green Acres County Manager Michael J. Lapolla $102,127; Mr. McDaniel, $89,999; terms and receive annual compensa- workshop, along with several others, will be offered again this summer for
Program, viewed open space and said he considered the recent passage Mr. Donegan, $55,427; Ms. Comas, tion of $3,000. Among those persons youngsters in grades 3 through 6.
parks and recreation as a (cid:147)quality of of an open space referendum by New $44,000; Ms. Thiel, $41,940; Mr. appointed were Patricia Plante of
life issue.(cid:148) Jersey voters to be (cid:147)totally biased(cid:148) Howard, $45,465; Ms. Dunn-Hale, Fanwood, former Union County Utili- Trailside to Present Series
He estimated the tax, one cent per against urban counties like Union. $34,006; Mr. Ascione, $39,817; Mr. ties Authority Chairman and recently
$100 of assessed valuation, at a low Mr. Jandoli indicated that 65 percent Grod, $39,056; Mr. Walsh, $28,387; retired Hillside Health Officer Angelo
of $13 a year per home owner in of Union County voters favored the Ms. Bercik, $27,014, and Mr. Albert, Bonanno, and Garwood Mayor Of Workshops for Children
Plainfield to a high of $48 per year in open space initiation as it was pre- $23,100. Michael Crincoli.
Summit. sented on the ballot. Other than Ms. Comas and Ms. Freeholder Scutari said the com-
The increase in Cranford would be Mr. Lapolla said the state initiative Thiel, all Assistant Counsel Counsels mittee will be assigned to study the MOUNTAINSIDE (cid:150) The tions.
$24 per year. A county-wide open keeps developments out of surburban are part-time positions. use of shared services through inter- Trailside Nature and Science Cen- Week-long programs for chil-
space and recreation initiative would counties (cid:147)but it does nothing for us.(cid:148) Freeholder Donald Goncalves was governmental relationships involving ter, located within the Watchung dren entering the fifth and sixth
create a $3.2 million revenue stream He noted that last year the county the lone dissenter of the six board county and municipal governments Reservation in Mountainside, will grades include:
solely dedicated to parks, fields and purchased a park across the street members present who voted on the as well as local school boards. present a week-long series of work- • (cid:147)Backwoods Lore,(cid:148) offered
other recreational facilities. from Kean University from the Kean change. These types of agreements, offi- shops for children entering the third July 19-23 and August 2-6, is de-
And what could revenue from such family in order to ensure that the prop- Mr. Goncalves asked that the vote cials explained, increase the purchas- through sixth grades. They include: signed to introduce children to the
a tax be used for? erty would not be developed in future be delayed in order that more discus- ing power of governments by enabling • (cid:147)Trailside Treks,(cid:148) a series of life of an American pioneer, when
(cid:147)The law governing open space years. sion could be held by the board(cid:146)s them to streamline their potential buy- challenging excursions to histori- each day brought new challenges
and recreation taxes allows local gov- Among those counties that have Policy Committee of which he chairs. ing power. cal sites in the Watchung Reserva- for survival. Students will gather,
ernments to establish a tax for six passed referendums are Bergen, Caucus Meeting to Focus tion. Participants will hike to the prepare and sample wild edibles,
purposes: open space preservation, Burlington, Camden, Essex, Mercer
headwaters of Surprise Lake, ex- build an emergency shelter and
farmland preservation, park and rec- and Morris Counties.
plore the ruins of the Drake Farm, fire, follow a course with a map
reation development, park and rec- In other business, the board
On Initiatives for Women and search for evidence of the old and compass, and track deer.
reation maintenance, historic pres- adopted an ordinance and approved
Pearsall Castle. • (cid:147)Ocean Wonders,(cid:148) a program
ervation and payment of debt service an accompanying resolution that
They will also visit the Deserted in which children can learn facts
on debt incurred for open space and changes the positions of County WESTFIELD (cid:151) The three fe- open to women who live or work in Village of Feltville/Glenside Park, about marine life from plankton to
recreation purposes,(cid:148) Mr. Jandoli Counsel, Deputy and Assistant Coun- male Freeholders of the Union the county. a factory town dating from 1845. whales, will be held July 26-30.
said in a prepared statement to the sels to (cid:147)serve at the pleasure(cid:148) of the
County Board of Chosen Freehold- The WPC of New Jersey is a multi- This program will be offered dur- Youngsters will find out why the
board. board.
ers will discuss county initiatives partisan organization whose goals ing the weeks of July 19-23 and salt marsh plays such a vital role
The law enabling counties to place The action, though, does provide a
open space tax referendums was clause whereby the board could opt affecting women at a meeting of are to encourage and support women August 2-6. in the survival of life in the ocean.
passed in 1989, he said, and was for terms of up to four years for the the Union County Women(cid:146)s Politi- for elective and appointive office at • (cid:147)Earth Artists,(cid:148) to be offered Two van trips during the week
amended in 1997 to include park and County Counsel and three years for cal Caucus (WPC) to be held on the local, county and state level. during the weeks of July 5-9 and will include Jenkinson(cid:146)s Aquarium
recreation development, maintenance Deputy and Assistant Counsels. Wednesday, June 23, at 8 p.m. at July 26-30, is a program designed in Point Pleasant for a behind-the-
and historic preservation in 1997. The ordinance does not apply to the Union County Annex, Veneri Raritan Line Group to celebrate the beauty and wonder scenes tour, and a visit to Horse-
He noted, in responding to a ques- those officials who were appointed Building at 300 North Avenue in of nature through the visual arts, shoe Cove at Sandy Hook, where
tion from Freeholder Vice Chairman prior to November 1, 1998. County Westfield. Sets June 24 Meeting music, crafts and poetry. participants will use seine and dip
Daniel P. Sullivan, that the tax would Counsel Carol Cohen(cid:146)s official ap- Freeholders Linda d. Stender of Youngsters will have an oppor- nets to collect and identity fish,
enable the county to make grants and pointment was July 3, 1998, although Fanwood, Deborah Scanlon of Union WESTFIELD (cid:150) The Raritan tunity to create original artwork snails, crabs and other marine or-
and Mary P. Ruotolo of Westfield Valley Line Commuter Commis-
loans to any of the 21 municipalities she was named to the post earlier in using forest, meadow, lakeside and ganisms.
will focus their discussion on recent sion (RVLCC) will hold its quar-
and non-profit organizations in Union the year to fill the expired term of stream areas as inspiration, and • During (cid:147)Earth Friendly,(cid:148) to be
County. James F. Keefe, Jr. Mr. Keefe is now initiatives by the county to assist terly meeting on Thursday, June parents will be invited to view a held July 19-23 and August 2-6,
If the board were to opt for a ques- the county(cid:146)s First Assistant Prosecu- women and children including the 24, at 8 p.m. in the Mayor(cid:146)s Con- display of the students(cid:146) work on students will search a stream and
tion on the ballot, a resolution would tor under Prosecutor Thomas V. projected opening in September of a ference Room of the Westfield the last day of the program. pond for water quality indicators;
have to be passed by the board ap- Manahan. child care center for county employ- Municipal Building, 425 East • The Trailside Planetarium is collect and identify forest recyclers,
proving a referendum within 74 days Ms. Cohen, a Westfield resident, is ees in Elizabeth. Broad Street. the site for (cid:147)Solar System Surf- install water bars to prevent soil
of the Tuesday, November 8, General a former Freeholder. Her Deputy Conveners of the meeting, County The RVLCC was formed to ers,(cid:148) also offered July 5-9 and July erosion, and cut down tree stran-
Election. County Counsels are Jeremiah D. Counsel Carol Cohen of Westfield, identify and address problems in- 26-30. Children will learn about glers.
Mr. Jandoli said that if the board O(cid:146)Dwyer, Frederic R. McDaniel and a former Freeholder herself, and volving the train commute along stars, including the sun; find out Pre-registration is required for
opts for a ballot question, the next William T. Donegan. Roselle Park Councilwoman the Raritan Valley Line. Inter- the latest information on the plan- all programs. For information on
step would be to establish a commit- Among her Assistant County Coun- Melanie Selk urge all women inter- ested commuters are invited to ets from recent space probes; cook times, fees and availability, please
tee to formulate (cid:147)a program of educa- sels are Joseph A. Ascione of ested in learning more about the attend and participate in this solar treats and sample an astro- call [phone]. Trailside is a
tion and information(cid:148) for voters. The Westfield, Bruce Walsh of Fanwood Caucus and its goals to come to the meeting. naut snack, and create space sta- Union County facility.
effort would include what the tax is and Norman W. Albert of Cranford. meeting on the June 23 which is
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A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, June 17, 1999 Page 3
James Heimlich Reflects on 22-Year Law Career
Mountainside Council
Before Taking Bench as Superior Court Judge
Mulls Additional Lot
By KIM KINTER Asked why being a judge has such he tried cases ranging from armed crime, resulting in the acquittal of
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times appeal, Mr. Heimlich paused. He robberies to homicides. his client.
By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL nally built in 1973 and is in need of WESTFIELD (cid:151) The familiar and finally stated, (cid:147)I (cid:147)That was the Jim Hart, Director of the Narcotics
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times repair. He noted that work needs to be
comfortable surroundings that James enjoy the schol- first five years of Strike Force for the Union County
MOUNTAINSIDE (cid:151) Plans for done to preserve the brick in the
Heimlich has known in his law office arly pursuit. I en- my career,(cid:148) he Prosecutor(cid:146)s office, worked with Mr.
additional spaces and a new parking building, and that the brick needs
at 435 East Broad Street for the last joy the interplay said. (cid:147)Once you Heimlich in the Prosecutor(cid:146)s Office,
lot were presented and discussed at resealing.
22 years are about to change forever. between attor- have that train- where the two were trial partners.
the Mountainside Council(cid:146)s agenda He added that the firehouse is
Mr. Heimlich is closing his gen- neys, and if one ing, then you have (cid:147)I couldn(cid:146)t praise him enough,(cid:148)
setting meeting on Tuesday. changing from oil heat to gas. He
eral law practice and preparing to can be helpful in the building Mr. Hart said. (cid:147)He will really be a
Borough Engineer Michael Disko also noted that roof repairs were re-
begin a daily commute to Elizabeth, achieving a court- blocks to handle welcome addition to the bench. He is
gave a presentation to council and cently completed, and now some in-
where he will sit as a Superior Court room atmosphere any kind of law.(cid:148) a caring, decent human being. He
audience members on the parking terior work caused by water damage
Judge. so that justice can He opened a will demonstrate a compassion for
project and discussed other improve- needs attention.
The 51-year-old attorney was con- be accomplished, private practice in all litigants. He really feels for
ments that will be made in the bor- Councilman Schon noted that other
firmed by the State Senate on May 24 there is no greater Westfield in 1977, everyone(cid:146)s problems.(cid:148)
ough. repairs are needed, but that improve-
and will be sworn in on Tuesday, July reward.(cid:148) during which In addition to his private practice,
Mr. Disko said that a new lot will ments are being done on a priority
6, before family, friends and col- Mr. Heimlich time he developed Mr. Heimlich was a Westfield Town
be constructed in a space between the schedule to keep costs down.
leagues. isn(cid:146)t all business, a reputation as a Councilman from 1985 to 1989, serv-
borough(cid:146)s library and the Fire House. The council passed a resolution
It is likely he will be assigned a though. He said he fair and diligent ing part of the time as Acting Mayor
The new lot will be located in the giving Mr. Disko authority to receive
case immediately and begin work on loves baseball, attorney. (cid:151) work he said he enjoyed because
northeast corner of Route 22, West, bids for the brick, heating and inte-
Wednesday, July 7. But as a Judge, adding with a (cid:147)He is very pro- it gave him an opportunity to help
across from Borough Hall. It will rior projects needed at the Fire House.
Mr. Heimlich must discontinue his laugh that the only fessional,(cid:148) said neighbors deal with their problems.
provide 24 parking spaces. It also was announced that the
work as an attorney, and has been thing that stopped Frank X. (cid:147)I felt like I was making a differ-
Mr. Disko noted that $180,000 of borough will be repaving its tennis
given 30 to 40 days to wind down his him from pursu- McDermott, of ence,(cid:148) he remarked.
the $190,000 project was being paid courts.
practice. ing a professional Warren-based More recently, he has served as the
for by a state Department of Trans- In other business, it was announced
His case load and current clients sports career was Apruzzese, Borough Attorney in Roselle Park,
portation grant. that the Comcast cable franchise
will move across the street to attor- the ability. Even McDermott, and as the Planning Board Attorney
The Borough Council passed a agreement was not yet finalized, but
resolution allowing Mr. Disko to start that recent negotiations had been neys Johnstone Skok Loughlin & today, he stays James Heimlich Mastro & in Kenilworth, both of which he has
Lane, while Mr. Heimlich either tries physically fit with Murphy. (cid:147)He is a to give up in his new role as a judge.
the bidding process for the project. favorable and the cable company
to sell or rent his building, located daily workouts on a Nordic Trak, and genuine individual (cid:151) no falseness, Although Mr. Heimlich loves his
Mr. Disko also asked for and re- would be offering borough custom-
next door to the Westfield Municipal swims at the Westfield (cid:147)Y.(cid:148) considerable integrity, puts on no work, he is very much a family man
ceived council approval to apply for ers many improvements.
Building, and close up shop. He also enjoys kayaking in the bay airs.(cid:148) whose personal life has been as im-
a $100,000 state grant to improve Mayor Robert F. Viglianti an-
A long-time Westfield resident, at Long Beach Island, where he has Mr. McDermott, who has known portant as any of his professional
Wood Valley Road, from New Provi- nounced that Comcast had agreed to
Mr. Heimlich may find it hard to say a home, and sailing. Mr. Heimlich and his wife for more success.
dence Road to Old Tote Road, as well switch Mountainside(cid:146)s cluster, so that
goodbye to his work of the last 26 Mr. Heimlich spent part of his than 40 years, has referred many He said he would not be where he
as other paving projects in the Bor- borough residents could be hooked
years, but admits it is an exciting youth in Westfield, and attended the clients to Mr. Heimlich(cid:146)s Westfield is today had it not been for the sup-
ough of Mountainside. Mr. Disko up to the Berkeley Heights channel.
period because his desire to be a former Holy Trinity High School, practice, and said he has never had port of his wife and his daughter,
said that in the past, state grant money In the past, Mountainside was
judge has grown over the years. where he met his wife, Patricia L. any dissatisfaction reported back to Jodi.
has paid for other borough road im- linked with Scotch Plains, Fanwood
(cid:147)I(cid:146)ve always enjoyed the law,(cid:148) he Haefeli. He went to Seton Hall Uni- him. (cid:147)They are so good to me at home,(cid:148)
provements. and Westfield.
said matter-of-factly. (cid:147)Wanting to be versity, South Orange, and is a gradu- Mr. Heimlich has had, in fact, two he said. (cid:147)I would not be able to enjoy
During the meeting, borough offi- The cable company also agreed to
a judge grows. You can(cid:146)t even be ate of Seton Hall Law School, New- well-remembered cases that have any of these successes without them.(cid:148)
cials also updated council members give the borough its own 24-hour-a-
considered to be a judge until you(cid:146)ve ark, receiving his Juris Doctor De- caused colleagues to take notice. He is fiercely proud of his 26-year-
on planned structural improvements day access channel to broadcast to
practiced for 10 years. So I really gree in 1972. One was in the late 1980s, when old daughter, who graduated from
to the Mountainside Fire House. Mountainside residents. In the past,
didn(cid:146)t think about it at first. But then He began his career in the Union Mr. Heimlich represented Browning Westfield High School. Jodi is now
Councilman Werner Schon pointed the borough had to share its channel
it did become something I desired.(cid:148) County(cid:146) Prosecutor(cid:146)s office, where Ferris Industries (BFI) in an anti- married and living in Maplewood.
out that the Fire House was origi-
CONTINUED ON PAGE 7 trust case initiated by the state in- She is Assistant Director of Admis-
Fanwood Mayor and Council Preview Design
volving 56 garbage haulers. sions at Columbia University in New
BFI was the only defendant ac- York City.
quitted following two trials that lasted Some of Mr. Heimlich(cid:146)s best
For Borough(cid:146)s Future Internet Web Site 17 weeks. Mr. Heimlich pointed out memories are of coaching his
that the case received much attention daughter(cid:146)s softball teams, an era of
and was one of the first televised his life during which he said he felt
trials in New Jersey. the (cid:147)most relaxed.(cid:148)
By SUZETTE F. STALKER called the design (cid:147)very impressive.(cid:148) Mayor Connelly to sign the new, Kavinski, who will graduate from Another important trial during Mr. So when he is sworn in July 6 as
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Recalling her own experience as a three-year contract recently reached Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Heimlich(cid:146)s career was when he rep- one of the more than two dozen
FANWOOD (cid:151) Last Thursday former longtime executive with between the borough and Fanwood this month, as Fanwood(cid:146)s Scholar of resented a former mayor of Rahway Superior Court judges in Union
evening, elected officials and others AT&T, she added that, (cid:147)you can never Policeman(cid:146)s Benevolent Association the Year. who had been accused of commercial County, Mr. Heimlich(cid:146)s wife and
got a sneak peek at Fanwood(cid:146)s future communicate too much.(cid:148) Local No. 123. The pact calls for a Mayor Connelly praised the stu- bribery. Mr. Heimlich, who is par- daughter will be right beside him,
Internet web site, the design of which The web site was among the pro- 3.9 percent pay increase for each dent, who will attend Catholic Uni- ticularly proud of this case, was able holding the Bible and his new judi-
to prove who actually committed the cial robe.
captures the community(cid:146)s small town posals put forth in a report to the year covered by the agreement. versity in Washington, D.C. begin-
flavor while reaching a vast audience. council by the Fanwood Community Early on during the meeting, the ning this fall, as a (cid:147)remarkable young
Sharon Walker and Denise Assessment Committee(cid:146)s communi- governing body honored Gerald
Schmidt, members of Fanwood(cid:146)s cation action group last December. CONTINUED ON PAGE 7 20 Years of Civil Trial & Personal Injury
Communications/Volunteerism Under other business at the coun- W J. S Law Experience .
Committee, unveiled their home page cil session, Councilwoman Katherine ILLIAM WEENEY
design and gave an overview of the Mitchell announced that Mayor ATTORNEY-AT-LAW PPPPPeeeeerrrrrsssssooooonnnnnaaaaalllll IIIIInnnnnjjjjjuuuuurrrrryyyyy &&&&&
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borders. non-binding referendum to tap public
Darryl Walker of Westfield, Terri- opinion on whether the borough
tory Sales Manager for should purchase the Dean Oil prop-
Comcast@Home and publisher of a erty, and an amended list of items to
Westfield web site, will also serve as be purchased by the borough through
web master for the Fanwood site at a lease agreement with the Union
no cost to the borough, according to County Improvement Authority.
its designers. Officials also unanimously ap-
Mayor Maryanne S. Connelly proved a resolution authorizing
June
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Page 4 Thursday, June 17, 1999 and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION
The Westfield Leader
THE TIMES Shore and Open Space Protection
of Scotch Plains – Fanwood
Will Preserve Future of New Jersey
— Established 1890 — — Established 1959—
The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood
and the County of Union and the Township of Scotch Plains By Senator Donald T. DiFrancesco
Member of: Member of: With a 127 mile coastline, dotted mented into a state program and has
New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association with thriving shore communities and been introduced in the Senate as the DRACONIAN
National Newspaper Association National Newspaper Association beautiful beaches, and a significant Garden State Preservation Trust Act. There is historical evidence to sup-
Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association portion of the state still comprised of Its very name indicates its objective, port the theory that man is happiest
Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey open space, woods and farmland, New which is to take us closer to our ulti- under an authoritarian rule. The story of
P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue Jersey is still the Garden State. mate goal of saving one million acres Draco is a case in point. Despite the
Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 Unfortunately, due to natural ero- of open space. proverbial harshness of his Draconian
sion of our beaches and growing de- The initiative also seeks to address Laws, he was killed, not as a result of
Tele: [phone] • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: [phone] velopment in the state(cid:146)s rural and sub- the varied needs of all regions of the any hatred that the people felt for him,
POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at urban areas, preserving the New Jer- state, which includes farmland preser- but rather because of the affection in
P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 sey we know and love for future gen- vation, the development of urban parks which he was held by them.
Draco was a seventh-century states-
erations will require immediate ac- and the restoration of historic sites.
PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. man and lawgiver who established a
tion. The legislation establishes a new ac-
rigid code of law. The penalties he set
Horace R. Corbin Gail S. Corbin Paul J. Peyton In 1992, the Legislature established count that will receive $98 million forth were so harsh that it was said by
the Shore Protection Fund, which es- annually from the general fund for 10
PUBLISHER GENERAL MANAGER MANAGING EDITOR the orator Dramedes that, (cid:147)They were
tablished a $15 million stable source years.
Suzette F. Stalker Michelle H. LePoidevin David B. Corbin written in human blood.(cid:148) In fact, all but
of funding to be allocated each year to Of that $98 million, $6 million will minor offenses in the code called for the
ASSISTANT EDITOR ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT SPORTS protect our coast from the ravages of go toward historic preservation while death sentence.
Joanna B. Marsh Karen M. Hinds nature. the rest will be divided between open According to Brewer(cid:146)s (cid:147)The Dictio-
MARKETING DIRECTOR OFFICE MANAGER While this program has been very space and farmland at a 60/40 percent nary of Phrase and Fable,(cid:148) Draco was
SUBSCRIPTION PRICE successful, its future success is being ratio. smothered in the theater of Aegina by
threatened by a growing reluctance on This initiative, along with the Shore the number of cloaks and hats showered
One-year – $24 • Two-years – $46 • Three-years – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16
the part of the federal government to Protection Fund, are among the most on him by spectators (590 B.C.). It was
Congratulations to Primary Winners fund beach replenishment projects for important laws that we have passed in the custom of the Greeks of that period
coastal states. Trenton. Their long-term legacy will to throw hats and cloaks as a sign of
The federal government(cid:146)s increas- be the protection and enhancement of approval.
As We Look Ahead to November Race ingly negative view of shore protec- the state(cid:146)s environmental, economic, It is ironic that Draco, whose laws
tion funding is myopic, as it is an historic, cultural and aesthetic land- would be considered by most modern
investment that clearly pays signifi- scape. societies as an excellent example of
Our congratulations to Councilman Louis C. Jung We now look ahead to the General Election of cant economic dividends, and adds Our citizens will enjoy that legacy legislative (cid:147)overkill,(cid:148) should be liter-
on winning the Republican nomination for Mayor of Tuesday, November 2, which will determine who immeasurably to the quality of life for through a better quality of living for ally smothered by the affection of his
New Jersey residents, as well as for everyone. citizenry.
Fanwood, and to Council President William E. succeeds Mayor Maryanne S. Connelly come Janu-
tourists visiting our state.
Populus, Jr., the unopposed Democratic candidate, ary 1, 2000. The first Fanwood Mayor of the new The Jersey shore generates more
for officially becoming his party(cid:146)s Mayoral choice in millennium will take the borough reins at an exciting than $15 billion a year in tourism Letters to the Editor
last week(cid:146)s primary election. Both two-term council- and auspicious time, as the community forges ahead revenue and provides more than
250,000 jobs in the state. Faced with
men are long-time borough residents with extensive in the areas of downtown improvements, technology,
less federal funding in future years to Fanwood Residents Need to Mobilize
experience in the local government and business educational opportunities, volunteerism, historic pres- continue the work to preserve our
arenas, and have taken active roles on issues ranging ervation, and much more. beaches, this year the Legislature took
For Planning Bd. Meeting on Dean Oil
the bold step of boosting the state(cid:146)s
from the development of municipal budgets to down- Besides the Mayor(cid:146)s spot, four candidates are now
Shore Protection Fund by $10 million
town redevelopment efforts. We believe each is a seeking the two available council seats currently held
for a total of $25 million in annual Once again, Fanwood Citizens for needs and starts developing the prop-
worthy candidate for Mayor. by Mr. Jung and fellow Republican Councilman expenditures on shore protection Responsible Development (FCRD) is erty. At that point, condemnation will
We additionally recognize Daniel P. Valentino, 3rd, Stuart S. Kline. Mr. Kline, making his bid for a projects. mobilizing the Fanwood community to probably be out of Fanwood(cid:146)s budget
As Senate President, I fast-tracked attend the Planning Board meeting for We need people to come to the meet-
for having also sought the GOP nomination for second term, is being joined on the GOP ticket by
the proposal through the Legislature, the apartment building proposal on the ing again. Now our options if the devel-
Mayor, resulting in the first contested primary in Thomas P. Ryan, Jr. Mr. Ryan, a first-time candidate, and it was signed in late April by old Dean Oil site. That meeting will be oper does not win out are better than
Fanwood since the 1950s. Multiple candidates widen has recently been active with a local citizens(cid:146) group Governor Whitman. The additional held on Wednesday, June 23, at 7:30 before. If we win, maybe the property
the forum of ideas and opinions presented to the which opposes construction of an apartment complex state dollars will be available in this p.m. in the Park Middle School Audi- can be used for the betterment of the
year(cid:146)s budget to be used in time to help torium, 580 Park Avenue in Scotch community. If we lose, outside busi-
public, which can only benefit a community. In the at the Dean Oil site. our shore communities prepare for the Plains. ness interests, like this developer, will
weeks leading up to the June 8 election, we learned of Rounding out the Democratic slate for the govern- upcoming summer season. FCRD(cid:146)s prior efforts rallied a large be able to come in and ruin the charac-
group of residents who attended the ter of our community.
each nominee(cid:146)s background and platform, and heard ing body vacancies are Patricia Plante, a council Just as I believe it is essential that
first scheduled planning meeting, Like many Fanwood residents, we(cid:146)re
some fresh ideas on key issues which may merit contender in 1997, and newcomer Adele Kenny. Ms. future generations have the opportu- forced the postponement of that meet- committed to this community; the de-
nity to know the joy and the beauty of
further consideration down the road. Kenny, Director of the borough(cid:146)s Cultural Arts Com- ing, and forced the developer to reduce veloper is not.
the Jersey shore, so too, should our
his planned project from 36 to 24 units. Our group will continue to mobilize
It is regrettable that a debate proposed early on mittee, is perhaps best known for her inauguration children and grandchildren know the This developer is betting that in the coming week leading up to the
between the Republican nominees did not take place. last December of the Poetry Reading Series at the greenery and open spaces that once Fanwood(cid:146)s protests will have quieted meeting by distributing informational
It would have given voters a greater opportunity to Patricia M. Kuran Cultural Arts Center in Fanwood. distinguished us as the Garden State. since he canceled the March 25 meet- flyers to the residents of Fanwood in a
I am confident today that we are ing at the last minute. He claimed that door-to-door campaign.
hear and compare the positions of the two candidates We wish all the candidates well on their campaigns,
closer to that goal of preserving our the short notice occurred because he To get involved, volunteers should
seeking to become Fanwood(cid:146)s highest elected official. and look forward to hearing their positions on issues original agricultural roots thanks to realized that he needed to do more to contact FCRD by e-mail at
In addition, the GOP Mayoral contest was tinged by which will shape the borough in the years ahead. the support of New Jerseyans all over address the project(cid:146)s affordable hous- [email protected] or by phone at (908)
the state who voted to approve the ing obligations. 889-0217.
allegations of unfair campaign tactics. However, Their collective knowledge, experience and ideas are
1998 Open Space Bond Act. We(cid:146)re glad our efforts have caused
neither of the candidates, nor any of their committee sure to make for a lively and vibrant election season The $98 million bond act is cur- the borough council to sponsor a com- TEormic RHyeasns
members, have been cited for any wrongdoing. (cid:150) the last of the 20th century. rently in the process of being imple- munity referendum on condemning the Peter and Pamela Sayles
Dean Oil Site. As a practical matter,
Amending Town Charter is an Issue the referendum will have no impact if Fanwood Citizens for
Responsible Development
Letters to the Editor the developer gets the approvals he
That Requires Serious Consideration
Overseas Resident Wants Leader Sent
Cub Scout Pack No. 172 Thanks Recently, you reported on the dis- I proposed lengthening the terms of
cussions held among Town Council our mayor and council members based Electronically; Enjoys Reading Paper
Bill Risberg, Cub Master for Service members regarding a proposal to upon my experience and observations
amend Westfield(cid:146)s Town Charter pro- of the past several years.
visions on the length of terms of the Our short terms, the fact that half of We would be interested in receiving Boston, Halifax, and Surrey, England.
On behalf of Cub Scout Pack No. 172 balance this off with sports events (Yan- The Westfield Leader electronically. My family was one of the founding
Mayor and council members. the Town Council is up for election
of Franklin Elementary School, we wish kees, Nets, Devils, Trenton Thunder) At present, we subscribe, but because families in Westfield, (French), and we
to publicly thank Bill Risberg for five and craft activities such as the PineWood You also editorialized against the every year and the fact that contested we live overseas, we receive the paper still have our home there with two of our
years of dedicated service to Pack No. Derby. proposal. However, you failed to re- elections have become the norm rather two weeks after print. We have been in adult children living in it.
172. Bill also never forgets the (cid:147)helpful(cid:148) port that five members of the Town than the exception, have given way to London, a wonderful change, for the past We do enjoy the website and look
For the past five years, Bill has acted aspect of scouting, and plans food and Council would not allow the public to a preoccupation with elections. six months. At the end of June, we will forward to reading The Leader. Receiv-
as the Cub Master for our Pack. He has gift drives for the needy during the holi- express its views on the subject Posturing, partisanship and pan- return to Doha, Qatar. ing it in a timely manner would be great.
dedicated countless hours to managing day seasons. through a non-binding referendum. dering to special interests frequently In September, we will have been in Thanks for keeping us in touch.
the affairs of the Pack, running the Pack At our annual Blue & Gold Dinner on The significance of this action must displace prudent and thoughtful deci- the Middle East for four years. Before
meetings, organizing and attending the May 20, the Pack gave Bill a Waterford be put in context. Westfield(cid:146)s form of sion-making. Council members shy Doha, we were in Tokyo, Singapore, Brenda French Failla
Pack events and in teaching our children Scout Clock and a camping gift certifi- London, England
municipal government is pursuant to away from making the hard choices
to be responsible young adults. cate as a token of our thanks. However,
a (cid:147)special charter(cid:148) adopted by a two- we are sometimes forced to make. I
His success is shown by the current our appreciation of his efforts over the thirds vote of both Houses of the State believe that the residents of the town Who Really Benefits From Money
size of our Pack (in excess of 120 boys) years can never be fully expressed.
and by the number of boys who stay Thank you, Bill, and good luck as you Legislature and signed by the Gover- would like a periodic break from the
committed to scouting even as they gradu- follow your boys into Boy Scouts. nor. season of rhetoric and allow the town(cid:146)s Resulting From Commuter Tax?
ate to Boy Scouts at the end of fifth grade. The same process is required to governing body to get its work done.
Mark Rhodes,
Bill has encouraged a very healthy amend the Town Charter in any re- The process of amending the Town
Paul Nuber, In response to your Editorial pertain- Income Tax payable will go up.
emphasis on outdoor activities for the spect. It is therefore not surprising Charter can be initiated either by pe-
Neil Sheflin, and ing to the New York City Non-Resident Anyone expecting a tax windfall from
Pack. Each year the boys participate in Parents of Pack No. 172 that very few municipalities have tition of the Westfield Town Council Income Tax, I would like to briefly ob- an elimination of New York State Non-
outdoor camping, cabin camping, nature Franklin Elementary School opted for the (cid:147)special charter(cid:148) form to the State Legislature, or by an ex- serve that (cid:151) for all the rhetoric regard- Resident Income Tax will likely be dis-
hikes and science center sleep-ins. We Westfield of government. pression of will by the voters of the ing equity (cid:151) total taxes paid may not go appointed.
Its (cid:147)cast-in-cement(cid:148) quality makes town. down were the levy on New Jersey com- Equity plays a part in how the political
Scotch Plains Lawyer Lauds Editorial it inflexible and extremely difficult to I had hoped that there would be muters eliminated. question is being framed, but it is a
change when the times and will of a bipartisan agreement on the Town In broad terms, taxes paid to New smokescreen which serves to divert from
municipality(cid:146)s residents change. Council of the soundness of the rea- York City are offset against income taxes the real discussion which is being played
On Commuter Tax, New York Lawsuit
Moreover, one may question why the sons for amending the Town Charter, which would otherwise be payable to the out: (cid:147)Who gets the money?(cid:148)
State of New Jersey. Hence, if New York
approval of legislators from Bergen, and that we could agree to petition the Michael Lewis
Thanks for your editorial regarding bookstore. Even a first-year law student City taxes go down, New Jersey State
Sussex, Camden, Atlantic and Salem Legislature to begin the process of Fanwood
the commuter tax and Governor knows that. The New Jersey Law Journal
Counties should be necessary if change.
Whitman(cid:146)s $95,000 class-action lawsuit has run articles about this for years. Combining Cable to Include Channels
Westfielders would like to make a Naturally, I was disappointed when
against New York. What(cid:146)s really telling about the
Frankly, when I commuted to my Governor(cid:146)s (cid:147)agenda(cid:148) is New Jersey(cid:146)s change in the way they govern them- my council colleagues from the other
law office in Manhattan from Scotch own tax law, which de facto prohibits us selves. political party lined up against the With Neighborhood News Is (cid:145)Absurd(cid:146)
Plains, I never resented paying the New Jersey residents from deducting The two-year terms of office for proposal. Nevertheless, that was their
commuter tax. After all, I used New New York City(cid:146)s commuter tax against Westfield(cid:146)s elected officials, selected respective prerogatives, if, individu-
I fail to understand the purpose of your franchise fees that we receive are minimal.
York City(cid:146)s fine fire, police, sanita- New Jersey(cid:146)s income tax. While we get in 1967, are also out of step with an ally, they did not believe that a change
subject editorial in the June 3 edition of I asked our cable provider for either
tion, library and other municipal ser- to deduct New York State(cid:146)s income tax, overwhelming percentage of New was warranted. The Westfield Leader. free service or a reduced rate for a non-
vices, so I felt it was fair to pay a little the commuter tax is a no-no. Sort of a Jersey(cid:146)s municipalities. With very few What was disturbing, however, was I am a longtime subscriber to Cable profit resident situation, and they said
extra (cid:150) as long as my lawyer friends (excuse the expression) (cid:147)tit for tat,(cid:148) and
exceptions, mayors and council mem- the rejection of the second avenue of TV in Westfield. I started out paying that the franchise fee should be used for
from Great Neck and Scarsdale were every bit as unconstitutional as New
bers throughout the state serve three- amendment, in not allowing the vot- about $8.50 per month and was able to this purpose. Lots of luck!
also paying the freight. York City(cid:146)s commuter tax as applied
or four-year terms. ers to express their will by way of a watch the home games of both the Bos- I don(cid:146)t know anybody who cares about
While I still don(cid:146)t expect a (cid:147)free lunch,(cid:148) only to us out-of-state residents.
Another provision of the Town referendum. It was also disturbing ton Red Sox and the Philadelphia Phillies. the community channels, this typical
now that I(cid:146)m the only one of my friends If the Governor was really concerned
still paying, I agree that it(cid:146)s unconstitu- about my tax burden (as opposed to her Charter selected by its framers in 1967 that this newspaper did not regard Now I pay $33.74 per month and can(cid:146)t political correct imposition of our mod-
tional and should be challenged in court. running for higher office), she would was a two-year residency requirement that rejection as newsworthy. even watch the Met games! ern government.
Meantime, these exclusive franchises Expanding this concept to include
But a class action? For $95,000? For include New Jersey as a defendant in the before an individual could seek local As local elected officials, we serve
get sold for billions of dollars. neighboring towns is completely absurd.
what? More press coverage for her? (cid:147)class(cid:148) action, have her own tax law elected office. Some time after 1967, the people of Westfield. If the council
Our town is supposed to protect us with
The law on this subject is clear. You declared unconstitutional, and issue re- a one-year residency requirement be- itself was not going to commence the Joe Simons
rates, but don(cid:146)t seem too interested. The
can buy the best legal treatise on the funds to all us commuters who were came the state norm. process for amending the Town Char- Westfield
subject for about $150 from any legal prevented from deducting the tax. Now In 1994, Westfield(cid:146)s Town Charter ter, how is it justified to deprive the
Mr. Jung Thanks that would help my budget. two-year residency requirement was people of an alternative means?
Yes, as strange as it sounds, she should
determined by a judge to be unconsti- I proposed amending the Town
sue herself. Fat chance of that happening
Fanwood Voters tutional, demonstrating that old policy Charter not to provide a longer term
under this administration! Attack New
York, yes. Help straighten out New determinations warrant re-visiting af- of office for myself. At best, it would
In GOP Primary Jersey(cid:146)s own tax house, no. ter the passage of time. take several years for the entire amend-
Undoubtedly, one of Governor ment process to be completed. I had
I would like to thank the Republican Whitman(cid:146)s (cid:147)whiz kids(cid:148) will argue that Deadlines hoped to lay the groundwork so that
and independent voters who voted for New Jersey tax law is different than General News - Friday 4pm my successors on the Town Council
me in the June 8 Fanwood Republican New York tax law because (cid:150) get this (cid:150) Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm and future mayors, regardless of their
Primary Mayoral race. I very much ap- New York only discriminates against Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm party affiliations, could enjoy the ben-
preciated your faith and confidence in New Jersey and Connecticut, while efits of a better functioning governing
me. This will help inspire me during a New Jersey discriminates against ev- How To Reach Us body.
challenging campaign in the fall lead- eryone. E-Mail - [email protected] While a Town Charter amendment
ing up to the Tuesday, November 2 That(cid:146)s a throw-away argument that(cid:146)s Phone - [phone]
election. been tossed out of court on constitutional Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 will not be pursued in the short term,
I would also like to thank my ter- grounds in the Kiryas Joel litigation re- PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 I believe the issue merits continued
rific campaign committee and all those garding the Satmar Hasidic school dis- In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield attention and I plan to keep the dia-
who helped with the campaign in any trict in New York. Let(cid:146)s not reinvent that 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains logue alive. As one of my colleagues
way. defective wheel, especially at my tax stated in commenting on the proposal,
My Primary opponent, Dan Valentino, expense. Submittal Formats (cid:147)It(cid:146)s an intriguing idea. The time just
raised some worthy issues for discus- A constitutional tax lawyer, Governor Photos - B/W and Color is not right.(cid:148)
sion in the campaign. I would hope that Whitman is not. I(cid:146)d love to see her put No Panoramic or Polaroid Hopefully, the time will come soon
he and those who voted for him will aside her partisan politics and do some- Typed, not handwritten to lift the anchor from the will and the
support our Republican campaign effort thing intellectually honest, even if it Upper and lower case ways of the past.
this fall. costs New Jersey a few bucks in tax
refunds. Need name & daytime phone
Louis C. Jung Lawrence A. Goldman
Fanwood Councilman Leonard R. Rosenblatt For our complete editorial policies Councilman, Fourth Ward
request a copy of our Policy Guide
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Community Access Unlimited
Honors Sidney Blanchard
SCOTCH PLAINS (cid:151) Sidney school on Prince Street in Elizabeth.
Blanchard of Scotch Plains, Executive That year, the agency relocated its head-
Director of Community Access Unlim- quarters to a 13,000-square-foot build-
ited (CAU), was honored recently by ing on West Grand Street in Elizabeth.
the not-for-profit agency he co-founded As it observes its 20th anniversary,
20 years ago. the agency employs 250 people who
Nearly 200 national, state and local administer programs for the 1,000 indi-
officials, as well as friends, supporters viduals with disabilities whom it now
and beneficiaries of the Elizabeth-based serves. CAU(cid:146)s mission is to help its
social service agency, which assists members to live as independently as
people with disabilities, were repre- possible.
sented at a dinner held at The Westwood The organization offers a range of
in Garwood. services, including fully independent
Mr. Blanchard, a one-time employee living arrangements, as well as gradu-
of the New Jersey State Department of ated programs with varying levels of
ATTAINING HIS GOAL(cid:133)Travis S. Kipping of Fanwood accepts a resolution Human Services, co-founded the agency support by agency staff.
from Union County Freeholder Chairman Nicholas P. Scutari during a recent in May of 1979 on the strength of a Since purchasing its first residential
meeting of the board, honoring his achievement in becoming an Eagle Scout. Mr. $90,000 state grant. He was described property in 1987, the agency has gone
Scutari, a Linden resident, earned the rank of Eagle Scout himself. The honor, at the dinner by Leonard Felzenberg, on to own or control 130 residential
attained by only 1 percent of scouts, is the highest offered by the Boy Scouts of the head of CAU(cid:146)s Board of Trustees, units in 30 locations. Eight Union
America. as (cid:147)the heart and soul of our agency.(cid:148) County communities now host Com-
Originally known as the Association munity Access-owned facilities.
Travis Kipping Recognized A CLASSIC PROMOTION(cid:133)Darryl Walker, left, Westfield Chamber of Com-
for Advancement of the Mentally The agency(cid:146)s plans call for the addi-
merce Chairman, is pictured with his Classic 1965 Red Mustang, along with
Handicapped (AAMH), the fledgling tion of at least two new units each year
Geralyn Keating, center, from Westfield Tire & Auto, sponsors of the Chamber(cid:146)s
organization initially operated out of to accommodate the housing needs of
On Becoming Eagle Scout Westfield Classic Car Show on Tuesday, June 22, and Debbie Schmidt, Chamber
Mr. Blanchard(cid:146)s Volkswagen Beetle. individuals moving from state institu-
Executive Director. The show will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Quimby
At the outset, the agency served two tions or their family homes.
Street.
former residents of state institutions for Among the dignitaries honoring Mr.
FANWOOD (cid:151) The Union County for working hard to become an Eagle Chamber to Sponsor Show
the mentally handicapped. As the drive Blanchard at the dinner were Congress-
Board of Chosen Freeholders recently Scout,(cid:148) he added.
to de-institutionalize residents of state man Bob Franks, who presented an
honored Travis S. Kipping of Fanwood Travis(cid:146) Eagle Scout project was in
facilities gained momentum, the American flag that had been flown over
for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. the area of community service. He Featuring Classic Cars
AAMH added new members, as its the Capitol; State Senator C. Louis
In a resolution sponsored by Free- painted all of Fanwood(cid:146)s fire hydrants
clients came to be called. At the same Bassano of Union, and Assemblyman
holder Chairman Nicholas P. Scutari of to commemorate the borough(cid:146)s centen-
time, the agency(cid:146)s staff and facilities Alan M. Augustine of Scotch Plains.
Linden, who is himself an Eagle Scout, nial celebration. increased both in size and scope. Assemblyman Augustine delivered WESTFIELD (cid:151) The Westfield Area evoke for you. I(cid:146)ll always remember my
Travis was cited for attaining the highest Until 1993, when its name changed a resolution sponsored by every mem- Chamber of Commerce, will hold its dad(cid:146)s (cid:146)54 Buick convertible and cruis-
rank within the Boy Scouts of America, Fanwood Democrats to Community Access Unlimited, the ber of the Union County legislative first of three Westfield Antique and ing in my (cid:145)327(cid:146) Chevy Nova. Every-
amna nhaogneo rto o anclhyi e1v ep.ercent of all scouts Invite Residents organization operated out of a former delegation in Trenton. Cpulabslsicic, Cona rT Suheoswdasy, ,a Jfurenee e 2v2en, t6 f:o3r0 t htoe brioeds yth haats g toh eailro fnagv owriitthe cthaersm a,n(cid:148)d s amide mMor-.
(cid:147)It is no simple task, earning the rank of 8:30 p.m., on Quimby Street in Down- Edelsack.
To Meet Candidates
Eagle Scout. A young man must be dedi- town Westfield. Music will be provided by disc jockey
cated and demonstrate outstanding lead- FANWOOD (cid:151) The Fanwood Westfield Tire and Auto Service will (cid:147)Stick Shift Eddie,(cid:148) who will entertain
ership traits, personal fitness, high moral Democratic Club will mark the begin- sponsor the show and feature their the crowd with his nostalgic assort-
character, and that he has performed a ning of summer by hosting a free com- Goodyear display with giveaways and ment of classic tunes.
valuable service to his community,(cid:148) Free- munity get-together, (cid:147)Hotdogs in the prizes. Additional Classic Car Shows will
holder Scutari said. Park,(cid:148) in LaGrande Park on Monday, Westfield resident Neil Edelsack will be held on Tuesday evenings, July 27
(cid:147)On behalf of the entire Freeholder June 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. help to judge the entries and determine and August 24.
Board, I would like to commend Travis The club invites all Fanwood resi- the winning cars. Trophies will be Quimby Street will be closed to traf-
dents to enjoy hotdogs and soda with awarded to cars in various categories, fic from 5 to 9 p.m. for the events, and
Martin Wallberg Post their neighbors while meeting the including (cid:147)Funkiest(cid:148) and (cid:147)People(cid:146)s there is limited space for the 70 cars to
Democratic candidates for Mayor and Choice.(cid:148) be displayed.
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WESTFIELD (cid:151) Martin Wallberg LaGrande Park recreation building will be
Post No. 3 of Westfield has selected Council President William E. Populus, Jr.,
Michael Sanocki and Josh Ray from the Democratic mayoral candidate, along
Westfield High School to participate in with Adele Kenny and Patricia Plante,
the 1999 session of New Jersey Ameri- candidates for Fanwood Borough Coun-
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students who have completed their jun- the house and maybe meet new friends,(cid:148) Caucus of New Jersey recently met to hear Dr. Sue Carroll of the Eagleton Institute
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through Friday, June 20-25. year(cid:146)s Democratic candidates face to face in Freeholder Chairwoman; Carol I. Cohen of Westfield, Union County Counsel and
The week-long session combines in- a relaxed setting.(cid:148) convener of the Caucus Chapter; Melanie Selk of Roselle Park, Councilwoman
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Page 6 Thursday, June 17, 1999 and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION
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Lauren A. Gruman
To President(cid:146)s List
Achieves Dean(cid:146)s List
At James Madison
For Spring Semester
WESTFIELD (cid:151) Students from
the local area have been named to the
WESTFIELD (cid:151) Lauren A.
President(cid:146)s List and Dean(cid:146)s List at
Gruman, a freshman at the University
James Madison University in
of Delaware, has been named to the
Harrisonburg, Virginia.
Dean(cid:146)s List for the spring semester.
Julianne Arnold, Lisa M. Dec, Daniel
She is majoring in business ad-
W. Tainow and Kristen M. Toriello
ministration at the university(cid:146)s Col-
was named to the President(cid:146)s List.
lege of Business and Economics.
Mark L. Cerefice, Michael F.
A 1998 graduate of Westfield High
Rodihan and Meghan G.
School, Lauren is the daughter of Mr.
Schwarzenbek of Westfield have been
and Mrs. Jeffrey C. Gruman of Westfield.
named to the Dean(cid:146)s List.
Scotch Plains residents Michelle L.
Robin Gaston Receives
Ferrara, Nicole E. Kreger, Melissa M.
Paralegal Degree McDonald, and Sara J. Simberg have
also been named to the Dean(cid:146)s List.
At Berkeley College
SCOTCH PLAINS (cid:151) Robin
Brown Gaston of Scotch Plains re-
ceived an Associates Degree in Para-
legal Studies at Berkeley College in
West Paterson.
Douglas Salom Graduates
Franklin & Marshall
WESTFIELD (cid:151) Douglas Salom of
Westfield, a business administration (man-
agement) and Spanish double major re-
ceived his Bachelor of Arts Degree from
Scott A. Vierschilling and Miss Rachel K. Berry Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster,
Pennsylvania on May 9.
Miss Rachel K. Berry Douglas is a 1995 graduate of
Westfield High School.
A Dean(cid:146)s List student, he was a tour
Miss Barbi Burns and Matthew Vergamini
guide for the admissions office and RECENT GRADUATE(cid:133)Eric J. Shea,
To Wed Scott Vierschilling studied off-campus for a semester dur- the son of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Shea of
Miss Barbi Burns ing his junior year. He was a member Scotch Plains, and a recent Honor
Mr. and Mrs. Greg Berry of Miss Rachel K. Berry of Cranford, to of the Sigma Pi fraternity. Graduate from Lynchburg College in
Marietta, Georgia have announced Scott A. Vierschilling, also of Douglas is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lynchburg Virginia, has been
To Wed Matthew Vergamini the engagement of their daughter, Cranford. He is the son of Mr. and Arthur Salom of Westfield. awarded a place in the PhD Program
in Political Science at Trinity College
Mrs. James Vierschilling of Joseph G. Catanzaro in Dublin Ireland. The program is 4
Westfield.
years in length. The first year will
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Burns of Cabrini College in Radnor, Penn- Rose Elizabeth A graduate of Westfield High Receives Degree result in a M.Litt, with a transfer to
Hatfield, Pennsylvania, have an- sylvania. She is employed as a School and Pennsylvania State Uni- the PhD program thereafter. Eric is
nounced the engagement of their teacher with the Bucks County Born to Parkers versity in State College, Pennsylva- From Bucknell Univ. the first student at Lynchburg ac-
daughter, Miss Barbi Burns, to Mat- Intermediate Unit. nia, the bride-to-be is employed by cepted to the program, which is very
WESTFIELD (cid:150) Joseph G. Catanzaro
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man.(cid:148) Gerald received multiple hon- memorative plate from the Mayor.
ors at the high school(cid:146)s recent Awards Finally, Adele Kenny, Director of
Specially WritBteyn fPorA TUheL W Jes.t fPieEld YLeTadOerN and The Times ssuidcehw aasl krsa,i sweodu ilndt beres ae cbteitotners aalntedr nwaitdiveer By KIM KINTER Republican Party. Night. Fanwood(cid:146)s Cultural Arts Committee
WESTFIELD (cid:151) A long-time head- for the intersection. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Mr. Miller was seeking his second Officials also saluted Joe Nagy of and a Democratic council candidate
ache of motorists has been the Westfield The DOT(cid:146)s proposal calls for the BERKELEY HEIGHTS (cid:151) The Repub- term. He has been an investment banker Fanwood(cid:146)s TV-35, and his wife, this year, gave an overview of pro-
traffic circle, located at Route 28, known signalization of the intersection. lican primary run-off election is over in for 25 years and ran on the platform that Claire, on their 50th wedding anni- grams planned for the 1999-2000
Berkeley Heights, but the race is still on for he was able to help the township versary. The couple, married on June season at the Patricia M. Kuran Cul-
locally as North Avenue, and East Broad (cid:147)Let us not allow the DOT to deter-
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ference meeting to provide an update on left in our commercial areas,(cid:148) Ms. Priest two available seats, beating fellow Re- Mr. Chait, 54, a financial consultant man with the Fanwood Department through June, includes writing work-
a project that would replace the rotary said in her letter. publican Paul Paray. and 22-year-old resident of Berkeley of Public Works, was recognized for shops and poetry readings, as well as
and triangular traffic islands with a (cid:147)T(cid:148) She suggested that the roadway be But while the Democrats did not run Heights, however, hopes to give them 42 years of service to the borough. He special events such as a multi-cul-
shaped signalized intersection. narrowed with more lawn space, plants anyone this year, just one day before the both a run for their money. was accompanied by his wife of 40 tural festival, Valentine(cid:146)s Day cel-
Department of Transportation (DOT) and trees, (cid:147)for a safer and more pedes- primary last week Michael Chait filed to A registered Democrat, Mr. Chait is years, Jean, as he received a com- ebration, and Victorian Day.
representatives were scheduled to trian-friendly road.(cid:148) run during the November general elec- running as independent so that he will
present a review of the project in re- In other business, state officials have tion as an independent against the victo- not feel constrained to follow anyone(cid:146)s
sponse to a letter from Dorothy P. Guzzo given the go-ahead to proceed with the rious Republicans. politics, he said. Mountainside Council
of the state(cid:146)s Historic Preservation Of- second phase of a bicycle and pedes- According to unofficial results from (cid:147)My feeling is that we don(cid:146)t know how
fice (HPO) to the DOT. trian needs assessment study. The study the Berkeley Heights clerk(cid:146)s office, Mr. important it is to be a Republican or Demo-
Ms. Guzzo stated that, as currently is now being conducted by Trenton- Miller captured 402 votes, Ms. Sabol crat,(cid:148) he said. (cid:147)Do we need a party system, Mulls Additional Lot
designed, the project would (cid:147)have an based Frederic R. Harris, Inc. 388, and Mr. Paray, 278. especially on this level? A lot of people are
adverse effect on historic architectural Harris is providing a study at no cost Mr. Paray, a 35-year-old attorney, ran disillusioned with the party system and I
properties(cid:148) along the Route 28 corridor. to the town under a state assistance without the local Republican party(cid:146)s thought being an independent that I won(cid:146)t
These sites include the First United grant. The firm recently acquired Lehr endorsement. feel I have to bow to pressure.(cid:148) CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3
MWeotrhldo diWsta rC hI uVrceht,e rManosn, uamnedn t thtoe aonridg inAaslslyo chiaatde sth eo fc oLnatwrarcetn fcoer, twheh iacsh- stoe rsHvaivicsee p sml aaotnfndoe rycmo f -oporup Bsehereardkti evfoleer y bt huHeye uiingsgeh toasfs a sanh daw rfaeoydr tthimi(cid:147)neTg, h(cid:148)I i(cid:146)svh ee( rbusenaeinndi n.t hg(cid:147)i nTfkohiren rgoe a ffbiisoc eua)t fisoser n asso elmo noegf- wadidthit itohne, Bthoer coaubglhe coofm Fpaannwyo aogdr.e eIdn forIen Laobtohre Dr ayb.usiness, Mayor
Northside Railroad Station, as well as sessment study. the hiring of a township administrator. disarray here.(cid:148) to give Borough Hall and the Board Viglianti announced that he would
the traffic circle itself. All are listed as The next phase of this project will be Berkeley Heights has been without Mr. Chait believes the Stanford Drive of Education a character generator, be meeting with the chairmen of
eligible for inclusion on the state(cid:146)s information and data collection, prima- an administrator for nearly a year after land should be left undisturbed and made which is a kind of keyboard, that both the borough(cid:146)s Planning Board
roster of historic places within the HPO. rily aimed at identifying and describing the Township Committee decided to into a so-called (cid:147)Green Acres(cid:148) property will enable both groups to type and Board of Adjustment, along
The Westfield Fire Department head- general issues. In addition, the firm will eliminate the position and split respon- for such use as a golf course. He also wants announcements for broadcast on with Councilman Paul Mirabelli,
quarters building is already listed as begin analyzing specific problem ar- sibilities among several people. to work toward stabilizing taxes and is for the channel. who serves as the Council Liaison
an historic place. eas. A group of Berkeley Heights resi- the return of a town administrator. Other noted improvements in to the Planning Board, and Bor-
Bonnie H. Danser, Chairwoman of A Citizens Advisory Committee, dents, however, questioned the move Mr. Chait, who was on the township(cid:146)s the negotiations include a fiber ough Attorney John Post, to discuss
the Westfield Preservation Commission, consisting of town and elected officials and have said publicly they want the planning board in the early 1990s, also was optic link between Deerfield the possible merger of the two
stated in a letter dated May 25 to the as well as a representative of Bikers, position reinstated. Mr. Paray devel- one of the original members of a taxpayer(cid:146)s School and Borough Hall, the groups.
W(cid:147)perostvfiideleds Taonw anm Cboiuanncciel tnhoatt tthyep icciarclllye R(BuRnAneKrsE aSn)d, aK ciidtsiz Aenre a Ectniotintl egdro tuop S daefedtiy- oadpmedi nai slitsrta toofr 1 w2 aresa seosnsesn wtihayl. a township aHsesiogchitast itoanx esth jautm fpoerdm 9e‰d pwehrceenn tB iner 1k9el9e8y. training for and installation of the The mayor noted that he recently
found in New Jersey municipalities.(cid:148) cated to creating a safer town for pedes- (cid:147)I got excellent feedback,(cid:148) Mr. Paray He pointed out that the group has two new character generators, and received a report on how Kenilworth
The Commission said the circle is trians and bikers, is working with the told The Westfield Leader and The Times. since expanded into areas other than a waived fee for Internet service had joined its boards. While stating
mainly a traffic problem during com- consulting firm. He blamed the loss on (cid:147)voter apathy.(cid:148) Of just policing high taxes and has publicly for the borough. that he realized that there are some
the nearly 8,000 registered voters in questioned the elimination of the town- In other business, it was an- differences between Kenil-worth
muter rush hours, (cid:147)otherwise it is not a The RBA Group, contracted by the
pWroeNsbtalfenimeclyd.(cid:148) HPirsiteosritc, ala S oTcriuestyte aen do mf etmhe- ttironawgf fniinc, ictsha celmo tnoindwgun ca.tiimnged a a ste rpeadruactien sgt uspdeye odn- Bhisese uMrseka rei.nl daPe.gyagr Hainyeg iw gBahset srok, ue6tl8sep2yo cHkaeemnig eah bttoos. u thAt ea ndpoeovtlhelesl-r, sftiohoriMnp t hwra.e dh Cmteohniwa nhinites srt hrefaiislptieog dprn oetaoldin cdrfeur onacm hfpio etarhfy .eo fiafnsiccsreoe.caisae- nrtheoteui rbnioncergod u agfththea rat s1 St5ha eny dReyae rcsBr euoarftd iogsener Svwienacgs- awcnahnda tbM ewo aaupsnp tcalioienndst iatdoien ,Me dho eiu nsna titadhi enm srioedspeto. orft
ber of the Westfield Preservation Of- RBA is looking at 21 locations in opment planned for a tract of township land (cid:147)If I(cid:146)m not happy with something, I retary and Community Pool Book- Finally, it was noted that the
fice, has also come out against removal town (cid:151) both intersections and straight on Stanford Drive is contaminated with feel I need to do something about it,(cid:148) he keeper. Her last day of employment Deerfield School graduation will
of the circle. roadways (cid:151) where speeding occurs. asbestos. He presented a detailed plan for saPid. (cid:147)I(cid:146)Um takRing thiCs race HseriousAly.(cid:148) SwEith th e OborouRgh wi ll Rbe rigEht beF- Ibe Nheld oAn MoNnday,C JuneE 21. !
In a letter to Mayor Thomas C. Jardim Rahway Avenue has been identified dealing with the controversial issue.
and the Town Council, Ms. Priest said as the pilot area for calming devices, Both victors, Mr. Miller and Ms.
she believes traffic calming devices, techniques used to reduce traffic speed. Sabol, had the endorsement of the local
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