Former Westfield HS Teacher Accused of Sexual Advances Todisco Defeats Lombardo In

43 Pages·2017·13.29 MB·English

Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus
OUR 128th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 23-2018 Periodical – PoUsStaPgSe 6P8a0id0 2a0t Rahway, N.J. Thursday, June 7, 2018 Published Ewvewry wTh.ugrosdlaeya Sdinecre .Sceoptmember 3, 1890 pre (s9s@08g) o2l3ea2d-4e4r0.c7om ONE DOLLAR
Former Westfield HS Teacher
Accused of Sexual Advances
By LAUREN S. BARR the Telluride website. to public Facebook posts that have
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader More than a dozen people told The since been removed from public view
WESTFIELD – At least three Westfield Leader that they had heard by two other women, identified as
women have come forward to say that rumors about Mr. Silbergeld being A.M. and M.O., who were WHS gradu-
former Westfield High School (WHS) romantically involved with students ates from the classes of ’02 and ’04.
English teacher Marc Silbergeld en- during his time at WHS, but none of The posts called Mr. Silbergeld out as
gaged in inappropriate behavior with them knew any specific information. a “predator” and pleaded for more
them while they were his students. Last fall The Westfield Leader was women to come forward.
Mr. Silbergeld is a 1987 graduate of contacted by Zoe Kaidariades, WHS M.O.’s post stated that she has e-
WHS who graduated from the Univer- ’05, who, after watching the news cov- mails from Mr. Silbergeld where he
sity of Michigan and returned to teach erage and witnessing the #MeToo admitted to his behavior and he admits
from 1996 to 2013. He also served as movement unfurl, felt the need to come that his actions were wrong. Her post
the boys’ lacrosse coach during his forward. At the time, Ms. Kaidariades said, in part, “Looking for brave
tenure. In 2013 he and his partner, felt that her story was not compelling women, who were just girls back when
fellow teacher Tara Pignoli, moved to enough to stand on its own, but said a teacher, a man in a position of power,
Telluride, Colo. Both Mr. Silbergeld that she would be interested in coming took advantage of this and managed to
and Ms. Pignoli currently are listed as forward if other women did as well. have a ‘girl’ or two every year since he
teachers for Telluride High School on On May 30 The Leader was alerted started teaching.” M.O. did not want
to be interviewed for this story on the
advice of her attorney.
A.M. detailed her relationship with
Mr. Silbergeld to The Leader. She told
The Leader that the relationship began
Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader
during her senior year after they read DANCE BREAK…At the annual Greek Fest last weekend in Westfield, hundreds of attendees watch children and adults in
“Hamlet” in class. She said that the traditional folk costumes. The crowd was invited to dance with the choreographed dance movements at one point on Saturday
two began spending time together out- evening.
side of school, and had their first kiss
Todisco Defeats Lombardo In
in the WHS parking lot. She said that
they went on several “dates” and she
recalled a shopping trip to Dick’s Sport-
ing Goods in Woodbridge where he Garwood Democratic Primary
was rubbing the small of her back
while on the phone with Ms. Pignoli.
A.M. told The Leader that she felt
because of her relationship with him, By MICHAEL BONACCORSO cept the results. I wish Sara the best ward to ensuring strong, proactive
she was permitted to present family Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and we will go forward from here,” leadership as Garwood embarks on a
photographs and turn on a movie for GARWOOD — Councilwoman said Mayor Lombardo. period of transition.”
her senior project, a project which is Sara Todisco defeated first-term in- Councilwoman Todisco’s running “I am excited to bring a bipartisan
supposed to be an intensive research cumbent Mayor Charles Lombardo mates, Michael Ince and Sean Benoit, foot forward speaking with both reg-
Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader project or paper. Mr. Silbergeld also in Tuesday’s Democratic Primary also won their Democratic Primary istered Republican voters and unde-
NEW LOCATION...The first day of the Westfield Farmers Market, now on the reportedly visited A.M.’s home during Election. Councilwoman Todisco re- races over Jennyfer Guerrero and clared voters,” Ms. Todisco said. “We
north side of the train station, drew a crowd Saturday morning. The market is
the day on one occasion, and she vis- ceived 425 votes to Mayor Vincent Kearney. Mr. Ince received are all Garwood,” she added, explain-
sponsored by the Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce.
ited him at his parents’ home in Lombardo’s 162 votes. Ms. Todisco 373 votes and Mr. Benoit received ing the importance of all residents
Stricter Recycling Rules In Westfield, where she said they en- will now face Republican Council- 380 votes to Mr. Kearney’s 153 votes having their voices heard.
gaged in intimate touching. woman Ileen Cuccaro in November’s and Ms. Guerrero’s 173 votes. “Our victory in the Primary Elec-
A.M. said that it was the arrest of General Election. Ms. Cuccaro did “I am completely honored and tion was a great example of democ-
Effect; Rental Ord. Unveiled Harvey Weinstein that prompted her not face any opposition in her Pri- humbled by today’s election results. I racy in action. We would like to thank
to come forward. mary. am excited about the momentum our all those Garwood voters who came
“The residents have spoken. I ac- campaign has generated. The Primary out and voted in support of our ‘Demo-
CONTINUED ON PAGE 8
By CHRISTINA M. HINKE recycling. “China has recently put a has empowered our party by energiz- crats for Garwood’ team,” Mr. Ince
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ban on 24 different types of plastics, Lance, Malinowski Win; ing voters’ voices early,” Ms. Todisco said.
WESTFIELD — The rules of what and also put strict quality standards said. Mr. Ince said the Primary turnout
can be recycled at curbside has on recycling,” Giordano states. Ms. Todisco said she wanted to was “outstanding.”
Will Face Off In November
changed effective immediately, in- A full list of recyclable materials thank Mayor Lombardo for his 25 “I am proud of the campaign we
cluding this week’s pickup. “Plastic that will be accepted curbside is years of service, which includes 21 ran. I could not be provided better
bags and shredded paper are two posted on the town website, years as a borough councilman from running mates than Sara Todisco and
major changes,” Town Administra- westfieldnj.gov. By ZOE RADER rely on to start on day one and get 1987 to 2007. Michael Ince. I cannot wait to cam-
tor Jim Gildea said Tuesday at the “Secondary markets are really col- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader results,” said Benji Schwartz, Mr. “I look forward to a united Demo- paign for the General Election,” said
town council meeting. The changes lapsing. Later this year we will be REGION — Five-term Republi- Malinowski’s deputy communica- cratic Party for the General Elec- Mr. Benoit.
are being dictated by the recycling going out to bid for another curbside can Congressman Leonard Lance and tions director, in an e-mail. tion,” Ms. Todisco said. Mr. Kearney wished his Primary
hauler due to changes made by China, recycler,” Mr. Gildea said. Democrat Tom Malinowski of Rocky Mr. Schwartz added that, “More Garwood Democratic Party Chair- opponents “good luck in November”
which buys the recycled material Another change that could occur Hill won the New Jersey Primary than anyone else in this election, man Hugh Sinclair, who supported as he congratulated Ms. Todisco, Mr.
after it is processed at the facility of is eliminating the single stream pro- Election vote for the 7th Congres- Tom has experience as a coalition Mayor Lombardo and his team, stated, Ince and his neighbor, Mr. Benoit.
Giordano Company, Inc., the town’s cess where paper and plastics can be sional District race Tuesday night and builder, and has a history of forming “I will do all I can to bring us (all “A great experience, a great jour-
recycling hauler. collected in one can. “We have been will face each other in the November relationships across the aisle to get Democrats) back together as chair- ney, and I got to work with an amaz-
Plastic bags of any color can no fortunate to have a single stream. It’s General Election. results — like working with John man.” ing group of people. I look forward to
longer be recycled curbside, so been talked about that it may not be Voters also chose two-term Senator McCain to ban torture, and pass sanc- Ms. Todisco said she “looks for-
CONTINUED ON PAGE 8
recyclables must not be placed at the able to be done anymore,” Mr. Gildea and Democrat Robert Menendez and tions against Russia.”
curb inside a plastic bag. Shredded said. Republican Bob Hugin as their General The Primary winners took away a
paper is not being accepted; it is now An ordinance was introduced that Election candidates in the race for the majority of the votes. Mr. Malinowski
considered trash, Mr. Gildea told sets limits on how a homeowner can United States Senate. Mr. Menendez gained 68 percent of Democrats’ votes
The Westfield Leader. Clean card- rent out his or her home on a short- won against Democrat Lisa McCormick while Mr. Lance won 74 percent of
board is accepted. Plastics marked term basis on websites such as of Rahway, 258,042 votes to 157,263 Republicans’. In the race for U.S.
No. 1 and No. 2 are accepted, but Airbnb.com. votes, and Mr. Hugin beat Republican Senate, Mr. Menendez took 62 per-
No. 3 through No. 7 are no longer “We want to make sure we curb Brian Goldberg of Livingston, 167,000 cent of Democrats’ votes while Mr.
accepted because Giordano says they short-term rental abuse,” Mayor votes to 55,229 votes. Hugin garnered 75 percent of Repub-
are not “marketable,” according to Shelley Brindle said. Mr. Lance, who received 24,841 licans.’ The 7th District includes
the company information sheet. The The ordinance states that a home votes, had been challenged by Lind- Westfield, Cranford, Garwood,
sheet also says that once materials cannot be rented short term for more say C. Brown of Clark, 4,772 votes, Mountainside and part of Scotch
are wet they cannot be processed for and Raafat Barsoom of Annandale, Plains.
CONTINUED ON PAGE 8
3,543 tallies, while Mr. Malinowski, In the 12th Congressional District,
26,059 votes, faced competition from Congresswoman Bonnie Watson
Goutam Jois of Summit, 5,482 tal- Coleman, a Democrat, and Republi-
lies, and Peter Jacob of Pluckemin, can Daryl Kipnis were unopposed
7,467 votes. Tuesday in their respective Primaries
Mr. Lance was elected to the United and will face each other in Novem-
States House of Representatives in ber. The district includes most of
2008 and will be seeking reelection Scotch Plains and all of Fanwood.
for his sixth term this November. In At the county level, Union County
Congress, he worked on the House Freeholder Al Mirabella of Fanwood,
Financial Services Committee and has 20,192 votes; Andrea F. Staten of
since served on the House Energy Roselle, 19,924 votes, and Kimberly
and Commerce Committee. Mouded of Westfield, 19,661 votes,
Mr. Malinowski worked as senior won easily in the Democratic Pri-
Courtesy of Beth Hornstein
director at the National Security mary over Alex Lospinoso, 6,136 PROM NIGHT...Friends from kindergarten through high school get together for
Council for President Bill Clinton, votes; Patrick Gargano, 6,109 votes, Westfield High School prom night before they go on separate paths of life.
the Washington director of Human and Kaiby Sandoval, 6,100 votes, all
Rights Watch and was assistant sec- Linden residents. They will face PPPPPAAAAAGGGGGEEEEE IIIIINNNNNDDDDDEEEEEXXXXX
retary of state under President Barack former Garwood mayor Patricia
Regional........ 2-3 Education...... 15-16
Obama. He also has been endorsed Quattrocchi of Clark, Garwood
Editorial........ 4-5 Sports............ 9-14
by Communications Workers of Councilman Joseph R. Sarno and
Police............ 15 Real Estate.... 9-18
America, Planned Parenthood and Peter G. Kane of Summit in Novem-
Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Community ... 6-7 Classifieds..... 15
ROCKING GARWOOD...Stilt walkers and jugglers entertain the crowds along End Citizens United. ber. The GOP slate was unopposed
Obituary........ 6 A&E.............. 16, 18
Center Street during Sunday’s fifth annual Garwood Rocks street fair. “Tom’s the only candidate we can in their Primary.
W
ESTFIELD Extraordinary Professionals.
W
EST
Whether Your Real Estate Needs are Local, National, or International
Your Move Is Our Move and We’re Ready to Assist You
Every Step of the Way.
Westfield West Office • 600 North Avenue West, Westfield, NJ 07090 • 908-233-0065 • ColdwellBankerHomes.com #600N
ORTH
© 2 018 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity
Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker® and the Coldwell Banker logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC.
Westfield Leader only
Page 8 Thursday, June 7, 2018 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication
Russo Details Petro/Casale
Demolition, Cleanup of Site
By MICHAEL BONACCORSO said Mr. DiFabio.
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader EcolSciences Vice-President Pe-
GARWOOD — Russo Develop- ter Hansen said he will oversee the
ment held a town-hall meeting last Petro/Casale property soil cleanup.
Wednesday evening at Lincoln Mr. Hansen said guidelines are fol-
School to address any resident con- lowed to assure soil contamination
cerns regarding public safety dur- is confined to the property. Mr.
ing the Petro/Casale building demo- Hansen said contaminated soil is
lition on South Avenue and subse- removed the same day it is exca-
quent cleanup. vated. He said all contaminated soil
Russo Development attorney will be transported in a contained
Christopher Minks stated “para- process via barrels or utilizing tarp.
mount” to the cleanup process is Environmental Health Investiga-
“human safety.” Mr. Minks said resi- tions, Inc. President William S.
DOING THEIR PART...These youngsters sePlla ucl Luapchceankaueesr faorn Tdh e lWemestofinelad dLeea daetr dents should be informed the Kerbel said he will be responsible FRESH TOMATOES...This mother checks out thPeau tlo Lmacahteonaeuse ar tfo trh Teh fei Wrsets Wtfieelds tLfeiaedledr
Sunday’s Junior Women's Club (JWC) of Westfield's yard sale fundraiser at the cleanup “has not begun,” commenc- for overseeing the demolition pro- Farmers Market of the season. The market, now located on the north side of the
home of Michele Higgins on Saint Marks Avenue. The event raised money for the ing once the school year ends. cess regarding the plant’s physical train station, is sponsored by the Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce.
JWC's Scholarship Fund. All demolition processes will fol- structure. He said the hazardous pol-
low guidelines set by the federal lutants in the material were approved Mayor Addresses Lawsuit
Westfield Teacher Environmental Protection Agency for construction purposes many
(EPA) and state law, stated Mr. years ago when the Petro/Casale
Regarding Police Officers
Minks. The meeting was held to plant was constructed. Years of
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ease residents concerns surround- medical research has shown the
Ms. Kaidariades told The Leader regulations, and we encourage our ing “baseless claims and fear mon- materials used when “pulverized
that Mr. Silbergeld regularly gave her students and staff to reach out to a gering,” not because of actual im- could release cancer-causing con- By KATE BROWNE tendent of the Essex County Depart-
and other girls shoulder massages in person with whom they feel comfort- pending hazards, stated Mr. Minks. taminants through dust (asbestos),” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ment of Public Safety, the Newark
class. Additionally, she discussed an able, whether it is a parent, a guidance He said rumors had begun to de- Mr. Kerbel stated. MOUNTAINSIDE — Mountain- Police Department, the New Jersey
incident when they were alone in the counselor, a building administrator velop, suggesting residents will be Mr. Kerbel said the air will be side Mayor Paul N. Mirabelli read a State Police, the Trenton Police De-
teachers’ lounge where he kissed her or a staff member, if they have a exposed to “(airborne) cancer-clus- monitored for dust particulates. He statement at Tuesday’s borough coun- partment and the Irvington Police
on the cheek, and that she felt uncom- concern.” ter smog,” stated Mr. Minks. said if dust particulates exceed spe- cil meeting regarding a lawsuit that Department.
fortable. She added that while she no The Westfield Code of Ethics says, “(Russo Development) will have cific guideline levels, the demoli- was recently filed by five Mountain- Mayor Mirabelli reminded resi-
longer has the e-mail, she recalls send- in part, that teachers “shall not use licensed and certificated profession- tion must cease for a given period side police officers and a dispatcher dents that all employees of the bor-
ing him a question regarding her se- professional relationships with stu- als who will be at the site daily,” Mr. of time. against the police department alleg- ough deserve to work in a positive
nior project and that at the end of Mr. dents for private advantage.” The code Minks said. The dust particulates are tracked ing a hostile work environment cre- and productive environment and any
Silbergeld’s response he told her how was approved on December 3, 2002 The professionals hired have “un- via advanced technology in real ated by the actions of Officers An- behavior that falls outside of the code
pretty she looked in class that day. Ms. and reviewed on March 9, 2015. tainted and unblemished records in time, stated Mr. Kerbel. During drew Huber and Thomas Murphy and of conduct will not be tolerated. He
Kaidariades also said that she e-mailed In April, Governor Phil Murphy doing this work,” Mr. Minks said. demolition, water will be sprayed Police Chief Allan Attanasio. concluded by noting that because of
the superintendent of Telluride schools signed into law the “Pass the Trash” Resident Sal Piarulli, a member as per procedure at the site to sup- The mayor began by stating that the pending litigation there are limi-
but did not receive a response. bill, which requires schools to ask of the Garwood Board of Educa- press the dust originating from the the recent allegations of police mis- tations on the amount of information
Westfield School Superintendent about any sexual allegations regard- tion, said Russo should make sure it site. conduct do not reflect the that can be shared with the public but
Margaret Dolan issued the following ing teachers when they move from one is “doing better” than EPA stan- Russo Development’s Demoli- community’s values and assured the stated that the council was fully com-
statement to The Leader: “The superin- district to another and also requires dards. tion Project Manager, Roman public that the council is evaluating mitted to keeping residents informed
tendent of a school district in another administrators to tell receiving dis- “The EPA said the World Trade Gorfinkel, said he will oversee the all the issues that have come to light of all developments relating to the
state contacted me on May 29, 2018 tricts about any allegations and grants Center (site) was clean,” said Mr. demolition on a daily basis, making and has hired an independent attor- lawsuit as the law permits.
regarding a statement made by a 2004 them immunity from civil liability. The Piarulli, describing air quality after sure all rules are followed. Mr. ney, William Maderer, a former assis- In other business, a representative
graduate of Westfield High School re- law also prevents schools from enter- the September 11th tragedy. Gorfinkel said all hazardous mate- tant United States attorney, to con- from Jersey City Power and Light
lating to a former WHS teacher who left ing into any severance agreement Mr. Minks said Russo Develop- rial hauling loads will arrive at pre- duct an investigation of any allega- (JCPL) made a presentation on
the Westfield Public School District in which would destroy the evidence or ment requires that its subcontrac- determined dumping sites that deal tions. The mayor said the borough is planned infrastructure improvements,
2013. We have cooperated with the expunge the teacher’s record after their tors and employees observe stan- specifically with such materials. cooperating with the Union County including new loops and ties at the
other school district. departure from the district. dards exceeding federal law and Borough Clerk and resident Chris- Prosecutor’s Office. In addition, the Springfield power substation, which
“The well-being of our students is Former Assistant Union County state law requirements. He said the tina Ariemma said she works across borough has retained Christine A. are intended to minimize the impact
of paramount importance. We expect Prosecutor Scott Kraus told The Leader New Jersey Department of Envi- the street from the demolition site Amalfe, an attorney with the law firm of power outages. Several council
staff members to adhere to the that there is a five-year statute of limi- ronmental Protection (NJDEP) has and has “full faith” Russo Develop- of Gibbons LLC, to defend the bor- members commended JCPL for the
district’s Code of Ethics, as well as all tations on sexual assault cases in New stricter cleanup guidelines than the ment will foster a safe demolition ough in the lawsuit. Ms. Amalfe is accuracy of its predictions regarding
applicable New Jersey statutes and Jersey, but there is also a five-year EPA, thus benefiting New Jersey environment protecting residents chairwoman of the firm’s Employ- power restoration and for its regu-
statute of limitations that begins on the residents. including herself. ment and Labor Law Department. larly scheduled conference calls
victim’s 18th birthday for those who “Let’s get this thing going,” said Mr. Minks said the demolition According to the mayor, the offic- which updated the community regard-
GW Primary
are assaulted when they are minors. resident Pat DiFabio. process including important dates, ers named in the lawsuit have been ing the storm response and power
Mr. Kraus said that it is possible to Mr. DiFabio said he lived across activity and any possible demoli- suspended and Lieutenant Joseph restoration efforts. The council voted
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 push the statute longer given that some from the ALCOA aluminum plant tion shutdowns, including environ- Giannuzzi has been put in charge of to authorize the appointment of Brian
giving back to the community with or women might not have realized a crime as a child and worked there as a mental setbacks or hazards, will be the department. In addition, in order Garcia, Michael Perrotta and Rich-
without an official title,” Ms. Guerrero had occurred. He said that when a teenager. ALCOA aluminum owned updated on the borough website. to restore public trust in the police ard Leonardis as volunteer
said. significant amount of time has passed the property before it was sold to Mr. Minks said any residents who department, the borough has retained firefighters. Also, Councilwoman
Councilman Marc Lazarow, who between an incident and the current Petro/Casale. still have concerns can reach out to Joseph J. Santiago, who has a track Deanna Andrea thanked all of the
supported Ms. Todisco and her team, date, it is more challenging for pros- “I will be 90. I ain’t dead yet,” Russo Development. record of reorganizing police depart- residents who participated in the
said he was “thrilled and excited our ecutors to bring charges. Mr. Kraus ments. Mr. Santiago’s website states Memorial Day ceremonies and pa-
town believed in the Todisco, Ince added that in these types of cases vic- that he served as the director/superin- rade.
and Benoit campaign.” tims may have an easier time in a civil Recycling
“I am so excited for them to present proceeding where a “preponderance
their ideas for the entire town,” Coun- of evidence” is required, versus the
cilman Lazarow said. “beyond a reasonable doubt” require- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1
Ms. Todisco’s uncle and Garwood ment of a criminal proceeding. than 60 days over one year, except in to consider an ordinance that would
resident John Todisco said his family There is a two-year statute of limi- the Central Business District. Plus, a not allow or limit businesses from
is “so proud of her (Sara). tations on civil matters, but that time home cannot be rented in the short leaving their door open when their
“I wish my father and her grandfa- frame can begin from the time that a term for more than 30 consecutive air conditioning is on. Mayor Brindle
ther (a lifetime Garwood resident) person discovers that the incident was days. It does not affect those who said she would discuss it at an up-
was here for this. I know she will damaging, according to Westfield at- rent out their home for long periods coming merchant meeting. Council-
remain committed to our awesome torney Brian Schiller. of time to one person, say for a year man David Contract said New York
borough,” Mr. Todisco said. Attorney Daniel Zemke of Tellu- or longer, Town Attorney Tom Jardim City has such an ordinance in place.
Mr. Ince’s wife, Robyn Ince, said, ride, who is representing Mr. replied to resident Bob Burslem’s Councilman Frank Arena said, “If
“The people have spoken. The cam- Silbergeld and Ms. Pignoli, told The question. Currently, there are about you’re a small business in town, and
paign was very professional and a Leader his clients have “no com- a dozen homes for rent on your door is open, you’re open for
well-informed, issue-focused cam- ment.” Airbnb.com, Councilwoman Dawn business...let’s let our business enti-
paign.” A phone call to the Telluride school Mackey said. ties determine if they want to pay a
Republican Primary candidates system was not returned as of press “It’s affecting quality of life” for higher electric bill.”
were uncontested. Ms. Cuccaro re- time. neighbors who have complained to In conference, the council gave
ceived 150 votes as the mayoral nomi- *** the town, but previously there was the go ahead for the Westfield Com-
nee. Republican council nominees Editor’s Note: Due to the nature of no ordinance in place to restrict short- munity Center to hold a rummage
include Kimberly Salmon, receiving the allegations and the age of the term renting, Councilwoman Mackey sale on Saturday, July 28, from 8
148 votes, and Jennifer Sirak, garner- women at the time of the incidents, said during the conference session a.m. to 5 p.m., between Downer and
ing 142 votes. they are not being identified by name. held prior to the official meeting. West Broad Streets, where residents
“It’s been happening for years...but can sell belongings they are looking Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader
RUNNING FOR CENTENNIAL VILLAGE...Runners take part in Sunday’s
the town has not had a mechanism to to get rid of.
Centennial Village Velocity 5K Race in Cranford. The event raised money for The
step in and help the neighbors,” Ms. Also, two liquor licenses are to be
Centennial Village Group, which works for the improvement of Cranford's
Mackey said. renewed that are owned by The Of-
Centennial Village District.
There was a prior version of the fice, the license of which has been
(cid:198)(cid:232)(cid:232)(cid:221) ordinance introduced in April by the inactive for two years, and Jeffrey’s, Joseph Sarno Resigns from Council,
council but it was referred to the the license of which has been inac-
planning board, which made requests tive for four years. Jeffrey’s license
Moving to Scotch Plains
to make it more “Airbnb-friendly,” is in the process of being transferred.
Councilwoman Mackey said. Councilman Contract asked if the
(cid:199)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:221)(cid:236)
For now, the town is looking for town could take action to oppose a Dear Ms. Christina Ariemma, Hon- am deeply appreciative of the nu-
(cid:256)
the neighbors to reach out to town license being renewed if it is not orable Mayor Lombardo, and mem- merous opportunities being Coun-
officials to notify them of someone being used, saying it causes eco- bers of council, please accept this cilman provided me and the skills it
not following the ordinance so the nomic harm to the town. Mr. Gildea letter as my formal resignation from helped me build in being a better
(cid:214)(cid:226)(cid:237)(cid:225)(cid:226)(cid:231) town can monitor the property and said doing so could risk the town my position as Councilman effective professional at home and at work. I
enforce the ordinance. Homeowners losing the license. immediately, as my wife and I will be feel better prepared in taking on dif-
who are in violation of the ordinance Councilman Arena announced that moving to Scotch Plains to move into ferent challenges every day and I can
could face a fine, among other ac- Westfield resident Traci Gleeson’s our new home and begin our next thank being an elected Councilman
(cid:218)(cid:235)(cid:230)(cid:268)(cid:236)(cid:3)(cid:235)(cid:222)(cid:218)(cid:220)(cid:225)(cid:4) tions that would follow under the nephew, Brett Bramble, is partici- journey. This announcement comes for that. I look forward to reconnect-
state law. pating in Walk Across America to with a heavy heart as I have sincerely ing in the future and am available as
An ordinance was introduced to bring awareness to opioid abuse. He enjoyed my time on council serving a resource to each of you.
amend the salary ranges for adminis- will be in Westfield on Saturday at 9 the people of Garwood. I wish the Borough of Garwood
tration personnel for the town, which a.m. at Bovella’s Bakery, where Being a Garwood Councilman has good luck and fortune as it disem-
is done annually. The salary changes Councilman Arena will meet him been one of the most rewarding ex- barks on a new journey and I only
reflect a 1-percent increase in Janu- and walk with him to Mindowaskin periences in my life. Despite our wish this borough and its people the
ary 2018, retroactively, and a 1-per- Park. Ms. Gleeson lost her niece, differences, I will miss being on the very best as it moves forward. Thank
(cid:200)(cid:268)(cid:230)(cid:3)(cid:233)(cid:235)(cid:232)(cid:238)(cid:221)(cid:3)(cid:237)(cid:232)(cid:3)(cid:233)(cid:235)(cid:232)(cid:237)(cid:222)(cid:220)(cid:237)(cid:3)(cid:214)(cid:222)(cid:236)(cid:237)(cid:223)(cid:226)(cid:222)(cid:229)(cid:221)(cid:3)(cid:219)(cid:222)(cid:220)(cid:218)(cid:238)(cid:236)(cid:222)(cid:3) cent increase in July 2018. Brittany, who is Brett’s sister, in 2014 dais discussing various issues and you and God Bless.
(cid:200)(cid:3)(cid:228)(cid:231)(cid:232)(cid:240)(cid:3)(cid:214)(cid:222)(cid:236)(cid:237)(cid:223)(cid:226)(cid:222)(cid:229)(cid:221)(cid:4)(cid:3)(cid:192)(cid:236)(cid:3)(cid:242)(cid:232)(cid:238)(cid:235)(cid:3)(cid:229)(cid:232)(cid:220)(cid:218)(cid:229)(cid:3)(cid:192)(cid:229)(cid:229)(cid:236)(cid:237)(cid:218)(cid:237)(cid:222)(cid:3) Mr. Gildea introduced the town’s to an opioid overdose. See more at working with each of you for the Joe Sarno
new public information officer, Kim brettbramblewalks.com. betterment of this great borough. I
(cid:218)(cid:224)(cid:222)(cid:231)(cid:237)(cid:6)(cid:3)(cid:200)(cid:3)(cid:228)(cid:231)(cid:232)(cid:240)(cid:3)(cid:237)(cid:225)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:226)(cid:231)(cid:236)(cid:3)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:221)(cid:3)(cid:232)(cid:238)(cid:237)(cid:236)(cid:3)(cid:232)(cid:223)(cid:3)(cid:218)(cid:229)(cid:229)(cid:3)(cid:242)(cid:232)(cid:238)(cid:235)(cid:3) Garwood
Forde, who started the position on
(cid:226)(cid:231)(cid:236)(cid:238)(cid:235)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:220)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:231)(cid:222)(cid:222)(cid:221)(cid:236)(cid:4)(cid:3)(cid:194)(cid:218)(cid:229)(cid:229)(cid:6)(cid:3)(cid:222)(cid:230)(cid:218)(cid:226)(cid:229)(cid:6)(cid:3)(cid:232)(cid:235)(cid:3)(cid:236)(cid:237)(cid:232)(cid:233)(cid:3)(cid:219)(cid:242)(cid:3)(cid:230)(cid:242)(cid:3)
Monday, June 4. She is working 25
(cid:232)(cid:223)(cid:223)(cid:226)(cid:220)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:242)(cid:3)(cid:237)(cid:226)(cid:230)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:236)(cid:232)(cid:3)(cid:200)(cid:3)(cid:220)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:3)(cid:233)(cid:235)(cid:232)(cid:239)(cid:226)(cid:221)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:233)(cid:235)(cid:232)(cid:237)(cid:222)(cid:220)(cid:237)(cid:226)(cid:232)(cid:231)(cid:3)
hours over Monday, Wednesday and
(cid:223)(cid:232)(cid:235)(cid:3)(cid:237)(cid:225)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:237)(cid:225)(cid:226)(cid:231)(cid:224)(cid:236)(cid:3)(cid:242)(cid:232)(cid:238)(cid:3)(cid:229)(cid:232)(cid:239)(cid:222)(cid:4)
Friday in town hall, and is to be paid
an hourly rate of $43, with no ben-
efits. Her duties will include com-
municating messages from the town
and its various departments via so-
(cid:209)(cid:232)(cid:231)(cid:3)(cid:193)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:236)(cid:228)(cid:242)(cid:3)(cid:150)(cid:3)(cid:192)(cid:236)(cid:236)(cid:232)(cid:220)(cid:226)(cid:218)(cid:237)(cid:222)(cid:236)
cial media and the town website. The
(cid:37)(cid:28)(cid:36)(cid:152)(cid:31)(cid:28)(cid:29)(cid:152)(cid:28)(cid:35)(cid:29)(cid:29) duties may change overtime, Mr.
Gildea said, given that it is a new
(cid:33)(cid:28)(cid:30)(cid:3)(cid:196)(cid:218)(cid:236)(cid:237)(cid:3)(cid:193)(cid:235)(cid:232)(cid:218)(cid:221)(cid:3)(cid:210)(cid:237)
position. The goal is to have consis-
(cid:214)(cid:222)(cid:236)(cid:237)(cid:223)(cid:226)(cid:222)(cid:229)(cid:221)
tency in communications across all
(cid:235)(cid:232)(cid:231)(cid:219)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:236)(cid:228)(cid:242)(cid:168)(cid:218)(cid:229)(cid:229)(cid:236)(cid:237)(cid:218)(cid:237)(cid:222)(cid:4)(cid:220)(cid:232)(cid:230)
the departments. Ms. Forde has been
(cid:3) blogging The Fordeville Diaries for
the past seven years, and before that
(cid:206)(cid:231)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:233)(cid:229)(cid:218)(cid:220)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:237)(cid:232)(cid:3)(cid:225)(cid:222)(cid:229)(cid:233)(cid:3)(cid:240)(cid:226)(cid:237)(cid:225)(cid:3)(cid:218)(cid:229)(cid:229)(cid:3)(cid:242)(cid:232)(cid:238)(cid:235)(cid:3)(cid:226)(cid:231)(cid:236)(cid:238)(cid:235)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:220)(cid:222)(cid:3) was vice-president, public affairs and
(cid:231)(cid:222)(cid:222)(cid:221)(cid:236)(cid:4)(cid:3) communications for American Ex-
press, according to her LinkedIn
(cid:33) page. She is a Westfield resident.
(cid:31)
(cid:210)(cid:238)(cid:219)(cid:227)(cid:222)(cid:220)(cid:237)(cid:3)(cid:237)(cid:232)(cid:3)(cid:237)(cid:222)(cid:235)(cid:230)(cid:236)(cid:6)(cid:3)(cid:220)(cid:232)(cid:231)(cid:221)(cid:226)(cid:237)(cid:226)(cid:232)(cid:231)(cid:236)(cid:3)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:221)(cid:3)(cid:218)(cid:239)(cid:218)(cid:226)(cid:229)(cid:218)(cid:219)(cid:226)(cid:229)(cid:226)(cid:237)(cid:242)(cid:4)(cid:3)(cid:3)(cid:192)(cid:229)(cid:229)(cid:236)(cid:237)(cid:218)(cid:237)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:205)(cid:222)(cid:240)(cid:3)(cid:201)(cid:222)(cid:235)(cid:236)(cid:222)(cid:242)(cid:3)(cid:207)(cid:235)(cid:232)(cid:233)(cid:222)(cid:235)(cid:237)(cid:242)(cid:3)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:221)(cid:3)(cid:194)(cid:218)(cid:236)(cid:238)(cid:218)(cid:229)(cid:237)(cid:242)(cid:3) (cid:35)(cid:28) A resident of Prospect Street, Courtesy of Kara Rever
(cid:200)(cid:231)(cid:236)(cid:238)(cid:235)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:220)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:194)(cid:232)(cid:4)(cid:3)(cid:255)(cid:3)(cid:30)(cid:28)(cid:29)(cid:36)(cid:3)(cid:192)(cid:229)(cid:229)(cid:236)(cid:237)(cid:218)(cid:237)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:200)(cid:231)(cid:236)(cid:238)(cid:235)(cid:218)(cid:231)(cid:220)(cid:222)(cid:3)(cid:194)(cid:232)(cid:4)(cid:3) (cid:32) ELEGANT EVENING...Lifelong friends gather for Westfield High School prom night Saturday as they look forward to
(cid:30) Chelsea Krouse, asked the council
graduation and beginning their next chapters. The prom was held at Pines Manor in Edison.
Serving the community since 1959
OUR 59th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 23-2018 USPS 485200 Thursday, June 7, 2018 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 [phone] ONE DOLLAR
Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected]
Fanwood Council Discusses
Shared-Service Agreements
By CHRISTINA M. HINKE the governing body’s Monday, June added Councilman Tom Kranz.
Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times 18 regular meeting. The borough has Scotch Plains Mayor Alexander
FANWOOD — The borough is utilized this service since 2010, Mayor Smith has indicated they will con-
looking to re-up three shared-service Colleen Mahr said. tinue their shared-service agreement
agreements. In an agenda-setting Also up for a vote is a resolution to to share the borough’s Department of
meeting Monday, the borough coun- authorize the mayor to sign a re- Public Works (DPW) director, Mayor
cil discussed its upcoming vote on an newed shared-service agreement with Mahr said.
agreement with Union County for a Garwood to share Department of Councilman Kranz said he would
2-percent increase to occur yearly for Public Works (DPW) Director Clint like to see Mr. Dicksen receive an
dispatching services provided by Dicksen with a term from August 1, increase in his salary because he feels
Union County that will expire at the 2018 to August 1, 2021. The new Mr. Dicksen is performing more du-
end of 2019, Borough Attorney Diane agreement will include a 2-percent ties than specified in the contract with
Dabulas said. Some terms of the agree- increase per year, Councilwoman Scotch Plains.
ment are to be verified by the bor- Katherine Mitchell said, as well as Scotch Plains pays the borough
ough clerk before it comes to a vote at the addition of the street cleaning, $24,000 a year as part of the current
agreement, Chief Financial Officer
Fred Tompkins said.
“I agree with Tom; I think he should
be compensated,” Councilwoman
Mitchell said.
Councilman Jack Molenaar added
that the administrative staff of the
DPW is taking on extra work as well.
Scotch Plains has yet to send in a
contract to renew, Borough Clerk
Eleanor McGovern said.
In a special meeting held prior to
Christina M. Hinke for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times
the agenda session Monday, the mayor STATION SQUARE...Building 1, of 5, of Station Square in Fanwood is nearly fully framed. Station Square is to have 35
and council passed on second read- townhome-style rentals with seven affordable units. The owner, Landmark, is expected to have 18 units ready to rent in the
ing three ordinances. Those included fourth quarter of 2018.
a $427,000 bond ordinance for im- Former Westfield HS Teacher
provements to Paterson Road, amend-
ing and supplementing salaries and
compensation, and amending the
sewer connection fees from $400 to Accused of Sexual Advances
$1,000.
Three resolutions were passed. Two
resolutions enable the borough to
accept two Green Acres grants for By LAUREN S. BARR partner, fellow teacher Tara Pignoli, M.O.’s post stated that she has e-
FANWOOD BUSINESS UPDATE...CDhriirseticnato Mr. Hoifn kEe cfoorn Tohme Sicco tDche Pvlealinosp-Fmanewnoto dE Tliimzaes- improvements to the Fanwood Na- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times moved to Telluride, Colo. Both Mr. mails from Mr. Silbergeld where he
beth Jeffery provides a Fanwood development and business update to the borough ture Center and Forest Road Park. WESTFIELD – At least three Silbergeld and Ms. Pignoli currently admitted to his behavior and he ad-
council at Monday’s meeting. The council appointed FVHD Ar- women have come forward to say that are listed as teachers for Telluride mits that his actions were wrong. Her
chitects, Fraytak Veisz Hokins former Westfield High School (WHS) High School on the Telluride website. post said, in part, “Looking for brave
Lance, Malinowski Win; Duthies, P.C. to develop more sche- English teacher Marc Silbergeld en- More than a dozen people told The women, who were just girls back when
matics for the proposed library im- gaged in inappropriate behavior with Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that a teacher, a man in a position of
provements as part of the borough’s them while they were his students. they had heard rumors about Mr. power, took advantage of this and
Will Face Off In November application for a state grant, Council- Mr. Silbergeld is a 1987 graduate Silbergeld being romantically in- managed to have a ‘girl’ or two every
man Kranz said. of WHS who graduated from the volved with students during his time year since he started teaching.” M.O.
An ordinance on first reading was University of Michigan and returned at WHS, but none of them knew any did not want to be interviewed for this
By ZOE RADER 2008 and will be seeking reelection introduced that creates a municipal to teach from 1996 to 2013. He also specific information. story on the advice of her attorney.
Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times for his sixth term this November. In Open Space Trust Fund. Once served as the boys’ lacrosse coach Last fall The Times was contacted A.M. detailed her relationship with
REGION — Five-term Republi- Congress, he worked on the House during his tenure. In 2013 he and his by Zoe Kaidariades, WHS ’05, who, Mr. Silbergeld to The Times. She told
CONTINUED ON PAGE 8
can Congressman Leonard Lance and Financial Services Committee and has after watching the news coverage and The Times that the relationship began
Democrat Tom Malinowski of Rocky since served on the House Energy Planning Board Approves witnessing the #MeToo movement during her senior year after they read
Hill won the New Jersey Primary and Commerce Committee. unfurl, felt the need to come forward. “Hamlet” in class. She said that the
Election vote for the 7th Congres- Mr. Malinowski worked as senior At the time, Ms. Kaidariades felt that two began spending time together
Child Care Ctr. on Front St.
sional District race Tuesday night and director at the National Security Coun- her story was not compelling enough outside of school, and had their first
will face each other in the November cil for President Bill Clinton, the to stand on its own, but said that she kiss in the WHS parking lot. She said
General Election. Washington director of Human Rights would be interested in coming for- that they went on several “dates” and
Voters also chose two-term Senator Watch and was assistant secretary of By FRED T. ROSSI dents. ward if other women did as well. she recalled a shopping trip to Dick’s
and Democrat Robert Menendez and state under President Barack Obama. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Elizabeth Dolan, a traffic expert, On May 30 The Times was alerted Sporting Goods in Woodbridge where
Republican Bob Hugin as their General He also has been endorsed by Com- SCOTCH PLAINS — The plan- testified last week that there is “more to public Facebook posts that have he was rubbing the small of her back
Election candidates in the race for the munications Workers of America, ning board May 30 gave its ap- than enough capacity” to accom- since been removed from public view while on the phone with Ms. Pignoli.
United States Senate. Mr. Menendez Planned Parenthood and End Citi- proval to the construction of a child- modate the additional 60 to 70 ve- by two other women, identified as A.M. told The Times that she felt
won against Democrat Lisa McCormick zens United. care center on Front Street, but con- hicles expected to enter and exit the A.M. and M.O., who were WHS because of her relationship with him,
of Rahway, 258,042 votes to 157,263 “Tom’s the only candidate we can ditioned its consent on the appli- site during the peak arrival and de- graduates from the classes of ’02 and she was permitted to present family
votes, and Mr. Hugin beat Republican rely on to start on day one and get cant coming up with a comprehen- parture times in the morning and ’04. The posts called Mr. Silbergeld photographs and turn on a movie for
Brian Goldberg of Livingston, 167,000 results,” said Benji Schwartz, Mr. sive stormwater mitigation plan that afternoon. out as a “predator” and pleaded for her senior project, a project which is
votes to 55,229 votes. Malinowski’s deputy communica- will meet state standards. After engineer Thomas Quinn more women to come forward.
CONTINUED ON PAGE 8
Mr. Lance, who received 24,841 tions director, in an e-mail. 1805 Front Street LLC will pur- briefed the planning board about
votes, had been challenged by Lind- Mr. Schwartz added that, “More chase and then combine three ad- the details of the site and the plan to
say C. Brown of Clark, 4,772 votes, than anyone else in this election, Tom joining properties located at 1803- install an underground retention
and Raafat Barsoom of Annandale, has experience as a coalition builder, 1815 Front Street into one 50,000- tank to collect stormwater runoff
3,543 tallies; while Mr. Malinowski, and has a history of forming relation- square-foot lot and then build an that would then slowly seep into the
26,059 votes, faced competition from ships across the aisle to get results — 11,000-square-foot, single-level ground, board engineer Paul
Goutam Jois of Summit, 5,482 tal- like working with John McCain to child-care facility that will be oper- Ferriero said recent directives from
lies, and Peter Jacob of Pluckemin, ban torture, and pass sanctions against ated as Primrose School, which has the state Department of Environ-
7,467 votes. Russia.” a similar facility in Mountainside. mental Protection mandate that
Mr. Lance was elected to the United The Primary winners took away a Matthew Taylor, Primrose’s devel- “major” developments that increase
States House of Representatives in opment manager, told the board last impervious coverage by more than
CONTINUED ON PAGE 8
week that a maximum of 188 stu- a quarter acre must include a plan
dents will be served at the Front on how excessive water runoff be-
Street location, with a staff of about yond an underground tank will be
28. handled. Heavy rainfalls have the
He said morning drop-offs at the potential to fill and then overflow
center will be between 6:30 a.m. underground tanks, he said, mean-
and 9:30 a.m. while pick-ups will ing the stormwater will instead need
take place between 3:30 p.m. and to be drained to another location.
6:30 p.m. Plans show that the build- The issue, Mr. Ferriero said, is
ing itself, along with playground how the stormwater will be dis-
areas, will be located at the back posed of to the state’s liking. He Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times
GAMES OF CHANCE… Last weekend’s Greek Festival at the Holy Trinity
half of the property, with a parking admitted he did not have a solution
Greek Orthodox Church on Gallows Hill Road in Westfield offers children and
lot along Front Street. to put forth at the moment. “I hate
adults alike the opportunity to show their strength and win a prize. Some of the
Ashley Gray, who currently oper- coming to a meeting identifying a
dads and moms helped the children select a prize of pink or blue dolphins or
ates the Mountainside facility and problem when I don’t have a solu- baseball bats.
will run the Scotch Plains center, tion,” he said. He was hesitant to
said her intention is for the new recommend that the board approve PPPPPAAAAAGGGGGEEEEE IIIIINNNNNDDDDDEEEEEXXXXX
facility to serve children ranging in the application, asking what hap-
Regional........ 2-3 Education...... 15-16
age from infants to pre-K. She said pens if it were to be approved and
Editorial........ 4-5 Sports............ 9-14
if Primrose wanted to add an after- then 1805 Front Street LLC hit an
Police............ 15 Real Estate.... 9-18
school program for older children, unforeseen roadblock when ad-
Community ... 6-7 Classifieds..... 15
Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader the planned building is designed to dressing the stormwater issue. He
ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL FAIR...Crowds of people on Center Street check out Obituary........ 6 A&E.............. 16, 18
accommodate the additional stu-
the food and vendors during Sunday’s fifth annual Garwood Rocks street fair. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8
W
ESTFIELD Extraordinary Professionals.
W
EST
Whether Your Real Estate Needs are Local, National, or International
Your Move Is Our Move and We’re Ready to Assist You
Every Step of the Way.
Westfield West Office • 600 North Avenue West, Westfield, NJ 07090 • 908-233-0065 • ColdwellBankerHomes.com #600N
ORTH
© 2 018 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity
Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker® and the Coldwell Banker logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC.
Scotch Plains - Fanwood Times only
Page 8 Thursday, June 7, 2018 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication
Russo Details Petro/Casale
Demolition, Cleanup of Site
By MICHAEL BONACCORSO dards exceeding federal law and
Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times state law requirements. He said the
GARWOOD — Russo Develop- New Jersey Department of Envi-
ment held a town-hall meeting last ronmental Protection (NJDEP) has
Wednesday evening at Lincoln stricter cleanup guidelines than the
School to address any resident con- EPA, thus benefiting New Jersey
cerns regarding public safety dur- residents.
ing the Petro/Casale building demo- “Let’s get this thing going,” said
lition on South Avenue and subse- resident Pat DiFabio.
quent cleanup. Mr. DiFabio said he lived across
Russo Development attorney from the ALCOA aluminum plant
Christopher Minks stated “para- as a child and worked there as a
mount” to the cleanup process is teenager. ALCOA aluminum owned
“human safety.” Mr. Minks said resi- the property before it was sold to
dents should be informed the Petro/Casale. Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times
DANCE BREAK…At the annual Greek Fest last weekend in Westfield, hundreds
cleanup “has not begun,” commenc- “I will be 90. I ain’t dead yet,”
of attendees watch children and adults in traditional folk costumes. The crowd was
ing once the school year ends. said Mr. DiFabio. invited to dance with the choreographed dance movements at one point on
All demolition processes will fol- EcolSciences Vice-President Pe- Saturday evening.
low guidelines set by the federal ter Hansen said he will oversee the
Christina M. Hinke for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times
PARTY IN THE PLAZA...Ladies Night Out will be held tonight in downtown Environmental Protection Agency Petro/Casale property soil cleanup.
Fanwood from 6 to 9 p.m. A tent will be in the middle of the plaza between Railside (EPA) and state law, stated Mr. Mr. Hansen said guidelines are fol- Westfield Teacher
Café and Monk’s Home Improvement on South Avenue across from the train
Minks. The meeting was held to lowed to assure soil contamination
station. Also, Saturday Mornings in the Plaza will continue to happen from 10 a.m.
ease residents concerns surround- is confined to the property. Mr.
to noon on Saturdays in the plaza area between Fanwood Crossing I and Fanwood
ing “baseless claims and fear mon- Hansen said contaminated soil is CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1
Crossing II.
gering,” not because of actual im- removed the same day it is exca- supposed to be an intensive research Times his clients have “no comment.”
Mayor Addresses Lawsuit pending hazards, stated Mr. Minks. vated. He said all contaminated soil project or paper. Mr. Silbergeld also A phone call to the Telluride school
He said rumors had begun to de- will be transported in a contained reportedly visited A.M.’s home dur- system was not returned as of press
velop, suggesting residents will be process via barrels or utilizing tarp. ing the day on one occasion, and she time.
Regarding Police Officers
exposed to “(airborne) cancer-clus- Environmental Health Investiga- visited him at his parents’ home in ***
ter smog,” stated Mr. Minks. tions, Inc. President William S. Westfield, where she said they en- Editor’s Note: Due to the nature of
“(Russo Development) will have Kerbel said he will be responsible gaged in intimate touching. the allegations and the age of the
By KATE BROWNE to conduct an investigation of any alle- licensed and certificated profession- for overseeing the demolition pro- A.M. said that it was the arrest of women at the time of the incidents,
Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times gations. The mayor said the borough is als who will be at the site daily,” Mr. cess regarding the plant’s physical Harvey Weinstein that prompted her they are not being identified by name.
MOUNTAINSIDE — Mountainside cooperating with the Union County Minks said. structure. He said the hazardous pol- to come forward.
Mayor Paul N. Mirabelli read a state- Prosecutor’s Office. In addition, the The professionals hired have “un- lutants in the material were approved Ms. Kaidariades told The Times
ment at Tuesday’s borough council borough has retained Christine A. tainted and unblemished records in for construction purposes many that Mr. Silbergeld regularly gave Shared Serv.
meeting regarding a lawsuit that was Amalfe, an attorney with the law firm of doing this work,” Mr. Minks said. years ago when the Petro/Casale her and other girls shoulder mas-
recently filed by five Mountainside Gibbons LLC, to defend the borough in Resident Sal Piarulli, a member plant was constructed. Years of sages in class. Additionally, she dis- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1
police officers and a dispatcher against the lawsuit. Ms. Amalfe is chairwoman of the Garwood Board of Educa- medical research has shown the cussed an incident when they were adopted, the ordinance will enable
the police department alleging a hostile of the firm’s Employment and Labor tion, said Russo should make sure it materials used when “pulverized alone in the teachers’ lounge where the borough to spend the money from
work environment created by the ac- Law Department. is “doing better” than EPA stan- could release cancer-causing con- he kissed her on the cheek, and that the grants on the designated improve-
tions of Officers Andrew Huber and According to the mayor, the officers dards. taminants through dust (asbestos),” she felt uncomfortable. She added ments, the council said.
Thomas Murphy and Police Chief Allan named in the lawsuit have been sus- “The EPA said the World Trade Mr. Kerbel stated. that while she no longer has the e- The council is to adopt its $6.1-
Attanasio. pended and Lieutenant Joseph Center (site) was clean,” said Mr. Mr. Kerbel said the air will be mail, she recalls sending him a ques- million 2018 municipal budget at a
The mayor began by stating that the Giannuzzi has been put in charge of the Piarulli, describing air quality after monitored for dust particulates. He tion regarding her senior project and special public hearing to be held
recent allegations of police misconduct department. In addition, in order to the September 11th tragedy. said if dust particulates exceed spe- that at the end of Mr. Silbergeld’s Monday, June 25.
do not reflect the community’s values restore public trust in the police depart- Mr. Minks said Russo Develop- cific guideline levels, the demoli- response he told her how pretty she In discussing the agenda for the
and assured the public that the council ment, the borough has retained Joseph ment requires that its subcontrac- tion must cease for a given period looked in class that day. Ms. June 18 regular council meeting, the
is evaluating all the issues that have J. Santiago, who has a track record of tors and employees observe stan- of time. Kaidariades also said that she e- 2016 audit corrective action plan is to
come to light and has hired an indepen- reorganizing police departments. Mr. The dust particulates are tracked mailed the superintendent of Tellu- be approved. Patrolman Daniel Kranz
dent attorney, William Maderer, a Santiago’s website states that he served Center via advanced technology in real ride schools but did not receive a of the Fanwood Police Department is
former assistant United States attorney, as the director/superintendent of the time, stated Mr. Kerbel. During response. to be promoted.
Essex County Department of Public demolition, water will be sprayed Westfield School Superintendent Fanwood Liquors/Suny Desai,
Safety, the Newark Police Department, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 as per procedure at the site to sup- Margaret Dolan issued the follow- South Avenue Liquors, BEMSK En-
Primary
the New Jersey State Police, the Tren- noted that the township would not press the dust originating from the ing statement to The Times: “The terprises LLC, and Sheelen’s Cross-
ton Police Department and the Irvington be able to issue a certificate-of- site. superintendent of a school district in ing are to have their licenses renewed
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Police Department. occupancy to Primrose School until Russo Development’s Demoli- another state contacted me on May as part of the agenda for the June 18
majority of the votes. Mr. Malinowski Mayor Mirabelli reminded residents the mitigation plan had been re- tion Project Manager, Roman 29, 2018 regarding a statement made meeting. BEMSK also is transferring
gained 68 percent of Democrats’ votes that all employees of the borough de- solved. Gorfinkel, said he will oversee the by a 2004 graduate of Westfield High the license to a prospective buyer of
while Mr. Lance won 74 percent of serve to work in a positive and produc- Ted Schiller, one of the partners demolition on a daily basis, making School relating to a former WHS the license, Mrs. McGovern said.
Republicans’. In the race for U.S. tive environment and any behavior that in 1805 Front Street LLC, said at sure all rules are followed. Mr. teacher who left the Westfield Pub- The property owner of 31 South
Senate, Mr. Menendez took 62 per- falls outside of the code of conduct will last week’s hearing that his group Gorfinkel said all hazardous mate- lic School District in 2013. We have Martine Avenue, 31 Martine Investors
cent of Democrats’ votes while Mr. not be tolerated. He concluded by not- would not proceed with construc- rial hauling loads will arrive at pre- cooperated with the other school dis- LLC, is to be authorized a tax appeal
Hugin garnered 75 percent of Repub- ing that because of the pending litiga- tion without first having a suitable determined dumping sites that deal trict. settlement. It stays the same in 2016 as
licans’. The 7th District includes tion there are limitations on the amount mitigation plan in place. specifically with such materials. “The well-being of our students is it was in 2015, Ms. Dabulas said. “It is
Westfield, Cranford, Garwood, of information that can be shared with The board then voted 8 to 0 to Borough Clerk and resident Chris- of paramount importance. We ex- not a big dollar amount,” Mr. Tompkins
Mountainside and part of Scotch the public but stated that the council approve the application conditioned tina Ariemma said she works across pect staff members to adhere to the said.
Plains. was fully committed to keeping resi- on a mitigation plan being submit- the street from the demolition site district’s Code of Ethics, as well as After voting last month to set a
In the 12th Congressional District, dents informed of all developments ted, something that will be handled and has “full faith” Russo Develop- all applicable New Jersey statutes newly-established sewer rate, the coun-
Congresswoman Bonnie Watson relating to the lawsuit as the law per- mainly by Mr. Ferriero and Mr. ment will foster a safe demolition and regulations, and we encourage cil is looking to amend the fee when it
Coleman, a Democrat, and Republi- mits. Quinn. Several board members environment protecting residents our students and staff to reach out to votes on the resolution at the next
can Daryl Kipnis were unopposed In other business, a representative praised the planned facility, with including herself. a person with whom they feel com- governing body meeting. The council
Tuesday in their respective Primaries from Jersey City Power and Light Deputy Mayor Llewellyn Jones say- Mr. Minks said the demolition fortable, whether it is a parent, a did not disclose the new amount.
and will face each other in Novem- (JCPL) made a presentation on planned ing he will “cross my fingers” and process including important dates, guidance counselor, a building ad- During her Fanwood development
ber. The district includes most of infrastructure improvements, including hope the issue can be solved. Mayor activity and any possible demoli- ministrator or a staff member, if they and business update, Director of Eco-
Scotch Plains and all of Fanwood. new loops and ties at the Springfield Alexander Smith, who saw the tion shutdowns, including environ- have a concern.” nomic Development Elizabeth Jeffery
At the county level, Union County power substation, which are intended planned center as benefiting in the mental setbacks or hazards, will be The Westfield Code of Ethics says, said that Building 1 of Station Square
Freeholder Al Mirabella of Fanwood, to minimize the impact of power out- long run from downtown redevelop- updated on the borough website. in part, that teachers “shall not use is nearly fully framed. Station Square
20,192 votes; Andrea F. Staten of ages. Several council members com- ment efforts, said the municipal gov- Mr. Minks said any residents who professional relationships with stu- is to have 35 town-home-style rentals
Roselle, 19,924 votes; and Kimberly mended JCPL for the accuracy of its ernment will do “whatever we can” still have concerns can reach out to dents for private advantage.” The code with seven affordable units. She said
Mouded of Westfield, 19,661 votes, predictions regarding power restora- to assist with the mitigation plan. Russo Development. was approved on December 3, 2002 the owner, Landmark, is expected to
won easily in the Democratic Pri- tion and for its regularly scheduled and reviewed on March 9, 2015. have 18 units ready to rent in the fourth
Joseph Sarno Resigns from Council,
mary over Alex Lospinoso, 6,136 conference calls which updated the In April, Governor Phil Murphy quarter of 2018.
votes; Patrick Gargano, 6,109 votes, community regarding the storm re- signed into law the “Pass the Trash” “The rentals, they are beautiful. They
and Kaiby Sandoval, 6,100 votes, all sponse and power restoration efforts. Moving to Scotch Plains bill, which requires schools to ask are investing a lot of money in these
Linden residents. They will face The council voted to authorize the ap- about any sexual allegations regard- apartments,” Mayor Mahr said.
former Garwood mayor Patricia pointment of Brian Garcia, Michael Dear Ms. Christina Ariemma, Hon- appreciative of the numerous oppor- ing teachers when they move from Benches and planters are to be de-
Quattrocchi of Clark, Garwood Coun- Perrotta and Richard Leonardis as vol- orable Mayor Lombardo, and mem- tunities being Councilman provided one district to another and also re- livered Friday for the extension of the
cilman Joseph R. Sarno and Peter G. unteer firefighters. Also, Councilwoman bers of council, please accept this me and the skills it helped me build in quires administrators to tell receiving public walkway behind the Martine
Kane of Summit in November. The Deanna Andrea thanked all of the resi- letter as my formal resignation from being a better professional at home districts about any allegations and Avenue stores.
GOP slate was unopposed in their dents who participated in the Memorial my position as Councilman effective and at work. I feel better prepared in grants them immunity from civil li- Ladies Night Out will take place
Primary. Day ceremonies and parade. immediately, as my wife and I will be taking on different challenges every ability. The law also prevents schools tonight, Thursday, from 6 to 9 p.m., in
moving to Scotch Plains to move into day and I can thank being an elected from entering into any severance downtown Fanwood. “Music, fun and
our new home and begin our next Councilman for that. I look forward agreement which would destroy the food,” along with 21 vendors, will be
journey. This announcement comes to reconnecting in the future and am evidence or expunge the teacher’s on tap at the night out, said Ms. Jeffery.
with a heavy heart as I have sincerely available as a resource to each of you. record after their departure from the A tent will be located in the middle of
enjoyed my time on council serving I wish the Borough of Garwood district. the plaza between Railside Café and
the people of Garwood. good luck and fortune as it disem- Former Assistant Union County Monks Home Improvement on South
IS
Being a Garwood Councilman has barks on a new journey and I only Prosecutor Scott Kraus told The Times Avenue across from the train station.
been one of the most rewarding expe- wish this borough and its people the that there is a five-year statute of Some of the businesses have contrib-
riences in my life. Despite our differ- very best as it moves forward. Thank limitations on sexual assault cases in uted to the cost of the tent, which is
ences, I will miss being on the dais you and God Bless. New Jersey, but there is also a five- rented for the event, Mayor Mahr said.
discussing various issues and work- year statute of limitations that begins Two hundred and fifty residents have
Joe Sarno
ing with each of you for the better- on the victim’s 18th birthday for those signed up for the event, Mayor Mahr
Garwood
ment of this great borough. I am deeply who are assaulted when they are mi- said. “That is awesome,” she stated.
nors. Mr. Kraus said that it is possible Saturday Mornings in the Plaza will
to push the statute longer given that continue to happen from 10 a.m. to
some women might not have realized noon on Saturdays in the plaza area
a crime had occurred. He said that between Fanwood Crossing I and Fan-
when a significant amount of time has wood Crossing II, Ms. Jeffery said.
passed between an incident and the Lightbridge Academy will hold a
IS NOT. current date, it is more challenging grand opening at the academy, located
for prosecutors to bring charges. Mr. at 15 South Avenue, on Saturday, June
Kraus added that in these types of 16, at 10 a.m.
cases victims may have an easier time The next Biz Roundtable meeting
in a civil proceeding where a “pre- for local businesses to meet with Ms.
ponderance of evidence” is required, Jeffery will be held at 9:30 a.m. on
(cid:40)(cid:90)(cid:82)(cid:3)(cid:84)(cid:76)(cid:3)(cid:72)(cid:73)(cid:86)(cid:92)(cid:91)(cid:3)(cid:40)(cid:74)(cid:74)(cid:80)(cid:75)(cid:76)(cid:85)(cid:91)(cid:3)(cid:45)(cid:86)(cid:89)(cid:78)(cid:80)(cid:93)(cid:76)(cid:85)(cid:76)(cid:90)(cid:90)(cid:21)
versus the “beyond a reasonable Wednesday, June 13, at the Railside
(cid:78)(cid:96)(cid:107)(cid:95)(cid:3)(cid:102)(cid:107)(cid:95)(cid:92)(cid:105)(cid:3)(cid:96)(cid:101)(cid:106)(cid:108)(cid:105)(cid:88)(cid:101)(cid:90)(cid:92)(cid:3)(cid:90)(cid:102)(cid:100)(cid:103)(cid:88)(cid:101)(cid:96)(cid:92)(cid:106)(cid:35)(cid:3)(cid:95)(cid:88)(cid:109)(cid:96)(cid:101)(cid:94)(cid:3)(cid:88)(cid:101)(cid:3)(cid:88)(cid:90)(cid:90)(cid:96)(cid:91)(cid:92)(cid:101)(cid:107)(cid:3)(cid:90)(cid:88)(cid:101)(cid:3) doubt” requirement of a criminal pro- Café.
(cid:100)(cid:92)(cid:88)(cid:101)(cid:3)(cid:112)(cid:102)(cid:108)(cid:105)(cid:3)(cid:105)(cid:88)(cid:107)(cid:92)(cid:106)(cid:3)(cid:105)(cid:96)(cid:106)(cid:92)(cid:3)(cid:88)(cid:106)(cid:3)(cid:100)(cid:108)(cid:90)(cid:95)(cid:3)(cid:88)(cid:106)(cid:3)(cid:43)(cid:39)(cid:28)(cid:37)(cid:3)(cid:57)(cid:108)(cid:107)(cid:3)(cid:110)(cid:96)(cid:107)(cid:95)(cid:3)(cid:56)(cid:99)(cid:99)(cid:106)(cid:107)(cid:88)(cid:107)(cid:92)(cid:203)(cid:106)(cid:3) ceeding. In his engineering update, Borough
There is a two-year statute of limi- Engineer Antonios Panagopoulos said
(cid:56)(cid:90)(cid:90)(cid:96)(cid:91)(cid:92)(cid:101)(cid:107)(cid:3)(cid:61)(cid:102)(cid:105)(cid:94)(cid:96)(cid:109)(cid:92)(cid:101)(cid:92)(cid:106)(cid:106)(cid:35)(cid:3)(cid:112)(cid:102)(cid:108)(cid:105)(cid:3)(cid:105)(cid:88)(cid:107)(cid:92)(cid:106)(cid:3)(cid:110)(cid:102)(cid:101)(cid:203)(cid:107)(cid:3)(cid:94)(cid:102)(cid:3)(cid:108)(cid:103)(cid:3)(cid:88)(cid:107)(cid:3)(cid:88)(cid:99)(cid:99)(cid:3)(cid:97)(cid:108)(cid:106)(cid:107)(cid:3)
tations on civil matters, but that time the borough’s project to add sidewalks
(cid:89)(cid:92)(cid:90)(cid:88)(cid:108)(cid:106)(cid:92)(cid:3)(cid:102)(cid:93)(cid:3)(cid:88)(cid:101)(cid:3)(cid:88)(cid:90)(cid:90)(cid:96)(cid:91)(cid:92)(cid:101)(cid:107)(cid:37)(cid:3)(cid:59)(cid:102)(cid:101)(cid:203)(cid:107)(cid:3)(cid:110)(cid:88)(cid:96)(cid:107)(cid:24)(cid:3)(cid:58)(cid:88)(cid:99)(cid:99)(cid:3)(cid:100)(cid:92)(cid:3)(cid:107)(cid:102)(cid:91)(cid:88)(cid:112)(cid:37)
frame can begin from the time that a to Madison Avenue is on hold until it
person discovers that the incident was receives approval from the New Jer-
damaging, according to Westfield at- sey Department of Transportation
torney Brian Schiller. (NJDOT) to go out to bid for the
Attorney Daniel Zemke of Tellu- improvements to Madison Avenue.
(cid:53)(cid:76)(cid:83)(cid:90)(cid:86)(cid:85)(cid:3)(cid:44)(cid:90)(cid:87)(cid:76)(cid:83)(cid:72)(cid:85)(cid:75)(cid:19)(cid:3)(cid:51)(cid:60)(cid:59)(cid:42)(cid:45)
ride, who is representing Mr. “Our window is closing to do it,”
(cid:32)(cid:23)(cid:31)(cid:20)(cid:25)(cid:26)(cid:26)(cid:20)(cid:29)(cid:26)(cid:23)(cid:23) Silbergeld and Ms. Pignoli, told The Mayor Mahr said. The council wants
to have the project completed before
2284 South Avenue Support Local Journalism school starts in September.
Resident Michael Lewis requested
Scotch Plains
the council consider supporting As-
[email protected]
sembly Bill 1648, which “establishes
additional factors for municipal ad-
justment used in calculating fair share
affordable housing obligations; pro-
(cid:55)(cid:76)(cid:89)(cid:90)(cid:86)(cid:85)(cid:72)(cid:83)(cid:80)(cid:97)(cid:76)(cid:75)(cid:3)(cid:90)(cid:76)(cid:89)(cid:93)(cid:80)(cid:74)(cid:76)(cid:21)(cid:3)(cid:59)(cid:89)(cid:92)(cid:90)(cid:91)(cid:76)(cid:75)(cid:3)(cid:72)(cid:75)(cid:93)(cid:80)(cid:74)(cid:76)(cid:21)
vides population-based cap for these
obligations,” according to the synop-
FJeearstueyre P isro oppetritoyn aanl adn Cda ssuubajletyc tI ntos uterramncse a Cnod. c Noonrdtihtibornoso.k S, aILfe © D r2iv0i1n0g BAollsntuaste® I nwsounr’at nacpep Clyo a.fter an accident. Allstate New 205169 ROCKING GARWOOD...Stilt walkerPsa ual nLdac hjuengaguleer rfosr e Tnhete Srctoatcinh Ptlhaien sc-rFoanwwdoosd a Tloimnegs goleader.com/subscribe sccioosun onsifcd itelh sre hi tob.uillld. rMeaady tohre lMegaihsrla stiaoind atnhde
Center Street during Sunday’s fifth annual Garwood Rocks street fair.
Page 2 Thursday, June 7, 2018 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION
Smith to Host Town Hall Akai Lounge Appears
On Overdevelopment Before Bd. of Health
SCOTCH PLAINS — Mayor ducing much-needed state legislation By MICHAEL BONACCORSO lenged by “rotating employees” or a
Alexander Smith will host a public and for coming to Scotch Plains to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times high employee turnover, stated Mr.
town hall meeting on Tuesday, June help us engage our residents and de- WESTFIELD — Akai Lounge was Du, explaining that staff receiving cer-
12, at 7 p.m., at the Scotch Plains mand reform. We need this to be a granted a possible two-day business tified food handler training this month
Municipal Building, 430 Park Av- bipartisan effort.” closure, at Monday’s board of health may not work at the establishment in
enue, in the Town Council Chambers, The public is strongly encouraged meeting, if the establishment receives three months or a year from now.
to discuss courts forcing overdevel- to attend this meeting to learn more a less than satisfactory health inspec- “Word on the street is we’re (board
opment in local communities. about Scotch Plains’ affordable- tion within 365 days. Akai Lounge of health) kind of tough. We just want
Mayor Smith will be joined by As- housing obligation, the process and owner James Du was requested to everyone to be safe. We do want you
semblywoman Holly Schepisi (R- needed state legislation to reform it. appear for a health hearing after the to succeed,” Dr. Vasilios
39th, Westwood), who has introduced Mayor Smith is serving his second restaurant received three consecutive Diamantopoulos said.
a package of legislation on affordable year as mayor of Scotch Plains. He conditional satisfactory ratings. Dr. Diamantopoulos stated that,
housing to make the process more was recently sworn in as a member “Thank you to everybody in Westfield “employees are difficult,” but busi-
realistic and fairer. of the board of directors of the New for supporting us. I cannot say enough ness owners must “be ahead of the
“I am grateful for Assemblywoman Jersey Conference of Mayors and is thank yous. We have fixed everything curve.” He said the certified food
Schepisi’s efforts in sponsoring state working on a bipartisan basis with ADDRESSING GUN VIOLENCE...Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-6th, and tried to minimize any problems training is not set as a hurdle for
legislation to end the madness of over- fellow mayors to get the State Legis- Long Branch), at podium, and Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-12th, moving forward,” said Mr. Du. business owners, but assures their
development throughout New Jersey,” lature to pass affordable-housing re- Trenton) held a press conference last week with local officials from Middlesex Health Inspector Beau Preston said staff is trained properly.
said Mayor Smith. “No one is against form legislation. County to address solutions to reduce gun violence. the refrigerator was not keeping food “Whatever training courses, we will
affordable housing, but I am against Assemblywoman Schepisi was Watson Coleman, Pallone below 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Mr. send people,” Mr. Du said.
the fact that the courts can force us to first elected to the New Jersey Gen- Preston said raw fish and chicken Ms. Pien said to assure future com-
change the residential character of eral Assembly in November 2011 were being maintained at 44 degrees. pliant management procedures all
our town to meet ridiculous and unre- representing the 39th Legislative Push for Handgun Bill Manager Lillian Pien said the pre- staff and management will follow the
alistic housing numbers. While doing District. Considered a “rising star” vious refrigerator is only a few years board of health’s checklist.
our best to meet our affordable-hous- in New Jersey politics, the New Jer- old, but from frequent use has started “I’m very happy the owner came
ing obligation, there has to be a better sey League of Municipalities hon- REGION — Congressman Frank yet with guns we have more deaths, to age or not maintain specific tem- today with a plan. They seem to un-
process that includes regional plan- ored her with its “2014 Outstanding Pallone, Jr. (D-6th, Long Branch) and more mass shootings than any other peratures as consistently. Ms. Pien derstand we’re all working to bring
ning, safety, infrastructure, traffic and Women in Government Award” and Congresswoman Bonnie Watson nation. This bill, like dozens of other said the restaurant has replaced an them into compliance so their restau-
school impacts. We need the State the New Jersey Conference of May- Coleman (D-12th, Trenton) are call- basic proposals, would fix some of our aging refrigerator and joined the re- rant succeeds,” Health Officer Megan
Legislature to take action, and I thank ors named her its “2018 Assembly- ing on Congress to act on “common- gun-violence problems. We register to frigerator company’s maintenance Avallone said.
Assemblywoman Schepisi for intro- woman of the Year.” sense solutions” to reduce gun vio- vote, we register our vehicles, we reg- program. She said the refrigeration The board unanimously agreed to
lence. In April, Rep. Watson Coleman ister businesses — why don’t we do company assures temperatures will keep the restaurant health code vio-
Williams to Replace Carter
introduced the Handgun Licensing the same for weapons?” remain as desired. lation hearing process “as is,” Board
and Registration Act of 2018, with “The plague of gun violence in our “We don’t cut corners. Our clien- President Thomas O’Neill said. The
Rep. Pallone as an original co-spon- communities is completely unaccept- tele is highly educated and they know board had discussed creating a sub-
On Freeholder Board
sor. The legislation would overturn a able,” said Mr. Pallone. “As members what they want. We obtain our food committee to hear restaurant health-
1986 law to build a framework of of Congress, it is not enough to ask for from the most reputable fish market code violations, Mr. O’Neill said.
COUNTY — Plainfield Council- standards for handgun ownership in a moment of silence. It is not enough to in the area,” Mr. Du said. Currently, if a restaurant is fre-
woman Rebecca Williams has been the United States by creating a fed- express our thoughts and prayers...The Ms. Pien said the restaurant has quently less than satisfactory a hear-
appointed to fill an unexpired term on eral licensing and registration pro- Handgun Licensing and Registration sent its workers to a “Spanish-speak- ing is held to speak with the business
the Union County Board of Chosen cess for gun ownership. Act would provide real solutions that ing food handler course” to miti- owner or representatives, stated Ms.
Freeholders. “The National Rifle Association has will not only help prevent mass gate a language barrier in the edu- Avallone. The current hearing pro-
Freeholder Williams, who will be threatened, fundraised and strong- shootings like what we saw recently in cation process. She said the course cess incorporates all board of health
ceremonially sworn in at the Free- armed the debate around the Second Parkland and in Sante Fe, but also curb enables the restaurant’s workers to members and involved health inspec-
holder meeting tonight, June 7, was Amendment for so long that the gun violence we see in our commu- remain certified on the food-han- tors, Mr. O’Neill added.
chosen by the Union County Demo- commonsense measures — measures nities every day.” dling process. Ms. Avallone said Westfield “re-
cratic Committee to complete the term that would bring down rates of gun The Handgun Licensing and Reg- Westfield health board member, Dr. ally cares” about consumer safety
left vacant by former Freeholder Linda violence and even receive the support istration Act of 2018 requires that the Lawrence Budnick, said having cer- and the business owners within the
Carter, who recently resigned to be- of law enforcement — have been person seeking gun ownership is at tified food handlers is important, es- town. She said other boards will sim-
come the State Assemblywoman for deemed taboo. To that I say, no more,” least 21 years old, undergoes firearm pecially for those in charge of the ply issue fines for violations, not af-
the 22nd District, which includes Ms. Watson Coleman said at an event training, and has undergone a crimi- establishment. fording the owners the opportunity to
Scotch Plains and Fanwood. in East Brunswick last week. “Our nal history and background check Restaurant owners often are chal- represent themselves.
“We congratulate Freeholder Will- kids deserve to feel safe at school. Our including submitting fingerprints and Downtown Redevelopment
iams on her appointment and we look communities deserve to be safe at home photographs. The Act would require
forward to working with her in moving Rebecca Williams and in their daily lives. Our country is license renewal process after five
Union County forward,” Freeholder woman of the council’s Administra- supposed to be a model for the world, years of issuance. Panel Launches Survey
Chairman Sergio Granados said. “On tion and Finance Committee. She also
behalf of the Freeholder Board, direc- was the current chairwoman of the Pallone Comments on Latest
SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch the Town Council Chambers.
tors and our employees, I welcome her Public Safety Committee.
Plains Downtown Redevelopment “Since day one, the SPDRC has
to county government. Her experience
as a councilwoman and community Lance Statement on Facebook Privacy Reports Committee (SPDRC) launched a vi- made inclusiveness and community
sual preference survey on Monday involvement part of its mission,” said
roots has helped to prepare her for this
Tariff Announcement aimed at gathering input from the Mayor Al Smith, who is chairman of
new chapter in her life of serving our
over 500,000 Union County residents.” FLEMINGTON — Congressman WASHINGTON, D.C. – Energy do so by a media outlet. Our Com- community on architectural themes the SPDRC. “I encourage all resi-
“It is an honor to represent the Leonard Lance (D-7th, Westfield) and Commerce Ranking Member mittee is also still waiting for a lot of that are preferred in the downtown of dents, business, and property owners
people of Union County on the Board issued the following statement on the Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-6th, Long answers from Facebook to questions Scotch Plains. The survey offers six to take this survey to help the SPDRC
of Chosen Freeholders. I look for- decision to impose tariffs on alumi- Branch) released the following Mr. Zuckerberg could not or would different conceptual architectural de- determine which architectural themes
ward to working with all the mem- num and steel imports from Canada, statement Monday after new re- not answer at our hearing. The Fed- sign options submitted by SPDRC should be incorporated in our down-
bers of the board in serving the resi- Mexico and the European Union: ports disclosed that Facebook gave eral Trade Commission must con- members and Harbor Consultants, the town redevelopment plan.”
dents of this great county. I have “I disagree with the administration’s phone and electronic device mak- duct a full review to determine if the township’s consulting planner, and The images in the survey are both
served as an ethical, dependable and actions on aluminum and steel tariffs. ers access to vast amounts of user consent decree was violated. asks participants to select their pre- conceptual and generic in that they
dedicated public servant at the mu- We should target bad actors like China data: Facebook and other data collectors, ferred theme. provide visual/graphic representa-
nicipal level, and as an effective ad- who engage in unfair trading practices “It’s deeply concerning that including these device manufactur- The visual preference survey will tions of conceptual design options
vocate on various issues. I am ready that are to the detriment to American Facebook continues to withhold criti- ers, should be prepared to come be- be available until 4 p.m. on Monday, and may depict elements of another
to serve,” Freeholder Williams said. businesses and consumers rather than cal details about the information it fore Congress so that we can get a June 18. The online survey can be community. While many of the ex-
Prior to her appointment to the confronting our key trading partners has and shares with others. This is better grasp of the entire data collec- found on the township’s Facebook amples differ in height and size of the
Freeholder Board she was serving for hostilely. These tariffs will only hurt U.S. just the latest example of Facebook tion ecosystem, and how people’s and Twitter pages. buildings depicted, the images are
the third straight year as the chair- economic growth and job creation.” only coming forward when forced to personal information is being shared A poster version of the survey is not intended to assess these charac-
and used.” located at the Scotch Plains Public Li- teristics – the SPDRC is only seeking
ACCIDENTS &
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg brary, 1927 Bartle Avenue, where par- preference on architectural styles.
testified before the Energy and Com- ticipants can select their preference in The online version is set to only
merce Committee in April following person. The poster version of the sur- allow one submission per IP address.
reports that the company allowed vey also will be available to the public For those who are filling out the poster
third-party app developers wide- at the Wednesday, June 13 SPDRC version of the survey, the SPDRC
spread access to millions of users’ meeting at 7 p.m., Scotch Plains Mu- asks that residents adhere to the honor
PERSONAL personal information. nicipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, in system and take the survey once.
Interiors So Lovely, You’ll Want to Stay Home
Think “Superior” For:
INJURY LAW • Expert Consultation Services
• Space Planning / Room Layouts
• Remodeling Services
• All Interior Related Products:
Furniture Floor Coverings
CALL Lighting Window Treatments
Accessorizing & Finishing Touches
JON BRAMNICK
Certified Civil Trial Lawyer
Joanne Womelsdorf, IFDA, ASID allied
Phone: [phone]
908-322-7000 www.superiorinteriorsofnj.com
DIVORCE MEDIATION
Jon M. Bramnick, Esq. Gavin Handwerker, Esq.
John C. Rodriguez, Esq. Brian J. Trembley, Esq.
“Problem Solving for Families in Transition”
Gary J. Grabas, Esq. Kelly A. Lynch, Esq.
Jonathan P. Arnold, Esq. Susan E. Kinsella, Esq.
A FRACTION OF THE COST
Patrick J. Mangan, Esq. Brent A. Bramnick, Esq.
OF TRADITIONAL DIVORCE
Jose Vilarino, Esq. Michael Noriega, Esq.
Richard M. Brockway, Esq. Cristina Carreno, Esq.
Carl A. Salisbury, Esq. Robert C. Rowbotham, II., Esq. · Divorce Mediation
· Collaborative Divorce
· Mediation Counseling
Bramnick, Rodriguez, Grabas, Arnold & Mangan, LLC
· Attorney Review
1827 East Second Street
THE LAW OFFICES OF MICHAEL R. MAGARIL
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
114 S. EUCLID AVENUE, WESTFIELD, NJ 07090 [phone]
www.jonbramnick.com
Visit our website at www.magaril.com e-mail: [email protected]
A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 7, 2018 Page 3
Rink, Summer Programs Planning Board Denies
Peyton's
Peek at the Week
Discussed by Commission Subdivision on Lynn Ln.
In Politics
By KATE BROWNE install a dumpster at Gumbert, and By MICHAEL BONACCORSO fessional planner and engineer, James
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times council members agreed to ask Town Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Watson, said the applicant is seeking
By Paul Peyton of The Leader/Times
WESTFIELD — During the pub- Administrator Jim Gildea to deter- WESTFIELD — John Butler and to create two lots which are more
lic portion of Monday’s recreation mine the appropriate response to a Murphy Tells Cabinet to don’t stop raising taxes and start work- Katherine Brown, of 226 Lynn Lane, fitting with the zone where a lot’s
commission meeting, Susan Leiber, a request from residents in the adjoin- Prepare for State Shutdown ing toward lowering them we will were unanimously denied variance minimum square footage is 12,000
resident whose home on Salter Place ing apartments that the town install Governor Phil Murphy sent a letter continue to drive people and jobs relief at Tuesday’s planning board square feet.
is two doors down from the proposed poles and nets to prevent foul balls. to his cabinet members last Friday, from the state.” meeting to divide their property into The existing lot is over 30,000
temporary ice hockey rink at Gumbert Commissioner Fox asked Recre- telling them to begin preparations for a Mr. Bramnick said he is ready to sit two separate lots. The existing single- square feet, stated Mr. Watson. The
Park, expressed concerns regarding ation Director Don Bogardus to in- state government shutdown June 30 if down with Governor Phil Murphy family home would remain with a proposed lot would be less than
the project. vestigate complaints, which he has the State Legislature can not pass a and the Democrats to take immediate new single-family dwelling. The land 20,000 square feet, leaving the exist-
According to Ms. Leiber, received from residents regarding balanced budget by the July 1 deadline. action to balance the budget. ordinance requires a lot depth of 120 ing lot at just above 20,000 square
homeowners on Salter Place received missing mile markers, overgrown Nj.com reported that the action came Scutari Seeks to Combine Med., feet, while the proposed lot depth was feet, stated Mr. Watson.
no notice of the Union Sports Arena grass and broken water fountains at after state Senate President Steve Recreational Marijuana Bills 68 feet. Objector and neighbor Joseph
proposal. She said the arena’s plan to Tamques Park. Sweeney (D-3rd, Gloucester) said he Nj.com has reported that State “Not a well thought out plan for the Triarsi, said several adjacent homes
install a permanent sidewalk on both Mr. Bogardus advised that 474 chil- would be willing to shut down the gov- Senator Nick Scutari (D-22nd, Lin- community,” said Planning Board to the proposed lot are over 30,000
sides of South Chestnut Street would dren have already registered for the ernment to force changes he wants to see den) is working on combining the member Darielle Walsh. square feet. Mr. Triarsi said the new
require the removal of four mature summer playground program, a sig- in the state’s school-funding system. medical marijuana expansion and rec- Ms. Walsh said “two major con- lot and existing lot would not be in
trees. She also said elected officials’ nificant increase from last year. The The letter also asks cabinet mem- reational marijuana measures “in a cerns” she had with the application keeping to the neighborhood’s char-
representations that the rink will not program will run from Wednesday, bers to prepare a contingency report political gamble that risks dooming creating a new home facing Spring- acter or aesthetics.
cost taxpayers anything are inaccu- June 27, to Wednesday, August 8, and on how their departments would their chances of passage.” field Avenue “deal with safety con- Mr. Triarsi said the applicant is
rate because the town will no longer offers a wide range of activities such handle the shutdown, and submit it to Health Committee Chairman state cerns.” “Entering or exiting” the seeking a variance not because of a
be able to dump snow in the Gumbert as sports, swims at Memorial Pool, the Governor by Monday, June 11. Senator Joseph Vitale (D-18th, home’s driveway on a curve is “espe- “hardship which is unavoidable,” but
parking lot and instead will have to specialty days and local trips. Mr. Gov. Murphy and Mr. Sweeney dis- Woodbridge) has introduced legis- cially dangerous,” stated Ms. Walsh. a “self-induced” hardship. Mr. Triarsi
incur additional costs by using an- Bogardus reminded the public that agree on how to raise revenue in the lation to significantly increase ac- Planning Board member Francis said the applicant is seeking a subdi-
other location such as the parking lots registration is ongoing for more than budget. Gov. Murphy wants to raise cess to the medical marijuana pro- Smith said the neighborhood has nu- vision to create two irregularly-shaped
at Memorial Pool. Ms. Leiber also a dozen summer camps including income taxes on the richest state resi- gram by allowing more dispensaries merous “big lots” or “big setbacks.” lots, not to alleviate an existing cir-
asked commission members to con- fencing, golf and STEM programs as dents, while Sen. Sweeney wants to and cultivation centers to open and Mr. Smith said the proposed lots set- cumstance.
firm or deny the widespread rumor well as adult tennis, tai chi and spe- raise taxes on corporations. permitting more medical profession- back would less than other lots in the Objector and neighbor Rafael
that the rink will not have to obtain cial events such as the summer con- Bramnick: GOP Won’t als to refer their patients, according neighborhood, addressing the lot be- Betancourt said he believed the ap-
any of the required variances and will cert series. In addition, discount tick- Support Any Tax Hikes to news reports.He also said he is ing “up keeping to the character of the plicant was “buttressing his
not need to be approved by the ets to local attractions such as Great With 30 days to finalize a state strongly opposed to consolidating neighborhood.” application’s chances for county ap-
Westfield Planning Board or to pro- Adventure, the Philadelphia Zoo and budget for the fiscal year that begins his bill with one legalizing recre- “Now the question before the board proval” by obtaining Westfield Plan-
vide additional information on who Splash Zone Water Park are now avail- July 1, Assembly Minority Leader ational cannabis for adult use. is whether someone can demand mul- ning Board approval first.
will determine if the temporary rink is able at the recreation department. Jon Bramnick, the Republican leader “They should absolutely not be tiple excessive variances on their lot Mr. Betancourt said the board
“successful” and what standards will He also reminded all residents that in the chamber, says state tax in- mixing medical marijuana (legisla- so they can wedge a second home would have to approve an application
they use. the playground at Mindowaskin Park creases are unacceptable. tion) with recreational,” Mr. Vitale where none existed,” said Michael without knowing if the county would
In response to her concerns, Recre- will be closed for renovations this “Let me be clear. Assembly Repub- said, according to the nj.com report. Rohwetter, who opposed the approve the subdivision.
ation Commissioner Chairman Gary summer. The renovations include the licans will not support any tax in- “Let the chips fall where they may on application’s approval. Springfield Avenue is a county road,
Fox explained that the matter was installation of new playground equip- creases,” Mr. Bramnick said. “If we recreational (cannabis).” Mr. Rohwetter said his family’s so county approval in addition to the
now out of the commission’s hands as ment and will likely begin in July and home will be disadvantaged for “their Westfield Planning Board’s approval
it has already been approved by the conclude sometime in August. Mr. (the applicant’s) financial benefit.” would be necessary, Mr. Foerst re-
town council. Mr. Fox urged Ms. Bogardus also updated the public on “I grew up on Staten Island and I sponded.
Leiber and other residents with ques- the results of the recent field users’ saw first hand how perverted zoning Mr. Betancourt said “he would
tions or concerns to reach out to Mayor meeting and the new field registra- and zoning waivers ruined neighbor- like to know” if the planner consid-
Shelley Brindle and to attend the regu- tion process and indicated he was hoods. That is why when I moved my ered the new lot’s relation to emer-
larly scheduled town council meet- investigating the possible use of a family to New Jersey we focused on gency vehicle parking or access such
ings. software program to provide residents towns that had homes that were well as fire trucks, if the proposed drive-
In response to any inquiry regarding with a calendar of field activities. though out and designed,” Mr. way would create risks for on-com-
why the proposed ice rink was ap- Heather Re, the recreation Rohwetter said. ing traffic, and how garbage and
proved in less than three months while department’s aquatic supervisor, ad- The proposed home would be “very recycling trucks would service the
the plan to upgrade the fields at vised that the opening weekend for detrimental” from a “visual and noise home.
Tamaques Park, which the commission Memorial Pool was a success despite perspective,” Mr. Rohwetter said. “There is no shoulder for parking
had been working on for several years, the weather, as more than 1,300 mem- Neighbor Tara Rohwetter said the on Springfield Avenue,” said Mr.
was postponed by Mayor Brindle, bers and 700 guests enjoyed the pool new home would create a risk for Betancourt, referring to the implied
Councilman Michael Dardia explained facilities. The new lighting detecting children who may be dropped off on a traffic risks visitors to the home or
that the scale of the proposed plans for system is in place and 250 children bus or who will eventually play on the occupants would pose to traffic on
Tamaques, which included two turf have signed up for the swim team and front lawn. Ms. Rohwetter said a child’s Springfield Avenue.
fields, the construction of a new multi- another 428 have signed up for swim nature is “to chase a ball into the Mr. Watson said the proposed drive-
purpose building and its costs estimated lessons which will begin on Thurs- street” when playing catch and the way on Springfield Avenue was re-
to be several million dollars, differenti- day, June 28. proposed home would not be situated ported to the Westfield Police De-
ate it from the proposal to install a Ms. Re said there is an opening for on a “safe part” of Springfield Avenue. partment and Westfield Fire Depart-
temporary ice rink. a maintenance worker at the pool. The applicant’s attorney, Jim Foerst, ment with no negative comments or
In other business, Councilman Applicants must be 18 years of age said the applicant would not need a traffic risks reported. Mr. Watson said
TRIMMING LOOSE BRANCHES...Westfield Department of Public Works
Dardia thanked the members of the and can pick up an application at the variance if the lot were not irregularly “he would assume” if there was an
supervisors make sure the first Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce
Westfield Baseball League for re- recreation department. shaped as all other aspects of the inherent “safety risks” either depart-
Farmers Market goes smoothly by trimming tree limbs at the north-side train
sponding to concerns regarding over- The commission’s next meeting is application comply with town’s land ment would have contacted his office
station lot on Friday. The farmers markets began Saturday at their new location
flowing trash cans by agreeing to Monday, July 2. after previously being held at the south-side train station lot. ordinance code. The applicant’s pro- with “commentary.”
(cid:38)(cid:82)(cid:79)(cid:88)(cid:80)(cid:69)(cid:76)(cid:68)(cid:3)(cid:37)(cid:68)(cid:81)(cid:78)(cid:1163)(cid:86)(cid:3)(cid:81)(cid:72)(cid:90)(cid:3)(cid:58)(cid:72)(cid:86)(cid:87)(cid:192)(cid:72)(cid:79)(cid:71)(cid:3)(cid:69)(cid:85)(cid:68)(cid:81)(cid:70)(cid:75)(cid:3)(cid:90)(cid:76)(cid:79)(cid:79)(cid:3)(cid:75)(cid:68)(cid:89)(cid:72)(cid:3)(cid:76)(cid:87)(cid:3)(cid:68)(cid:79)(cid:79) –
totally free checking and mobile banking, home mortgages and
home equity loans, investment and retirement planning, commercial
loans and professional lines of credit and so much more.
(cid:58)(cid:72)(cid:86)(cid:87)(cid:192)(cid:72)(cid:79)(cid:71)(cid:3)(cid:90)(cid:76)(cid:79)(cid:79)(cid:3)(cid:86)(cid:82)(cid:82)(cid:81)(cid:3)(cid:69)(cid:72)(cid:3)(cid:68)(cid:69)(cid:79)(cid:72)(cid:3)(cid:87)(cid:82)(cid:3)(cid:180)(cid:38)(cid:82)(cid:88)(cid:81)(cid:87)(cid:3)(cid:82)(cid:81)(cid:3)(cid:38)(cid:82)(cid:79)(cid:88)(cid:80)(cid:69)(cid:76)(cid:68)(cid:181)(cid:3)(cid:73)(cid:82)(cid:85)(cid:29)
• Full service personal banking
• Financial solutions for businesses
(cid:135)(cid:3)(cid:21)(cid:23)(cid:18)(cid:26)(cid:3)(cid:90)(cid:68)(cid:79)(cid:78)(cid:16)(cid:88)(cid:83)(cid:3)(cid:36)(cid:55)(cid:48)(cid:3)(cid:86)(cid:72)(cid:85)(cid:89)(cid:76)(cid:70)(cid:72)
(cid:135)(cid:3)(cid:36)(cid:3)(cid:41)(cid:76)(cid:81)(cid:68)(cid:81)(cid:70)(cid:76)(cid:68)(cid:79)(cid:3)(cid:36)(cid:71)(cid:89)(cid:76)(cid:86)(cid:82)(cid:85)(cid:3)(cid:82)(cid:81)(cid:3)(cid:86)(cid:87)(cid:68)(cid:73)(cid:73)
(cid:135)(cid:3)(cid:41)(cid:85)(cid:72)(cid:72)(cid:3)(cid:38)(cid:82)(cid:76)(cid:81)(cid:3)(cid:38)(cid:82)(cid:88)(cid:81)(cid:87)(cid:76)(cid:81)(cid:74)(cid:3)(cid:11)(cid:73)(cid:82)(cid:85)(cid:3)(cid:70)(cid:88)(cid:86)(cid:87)(cid:82)(cid:80)(cid:72)(cid:85)(cid:86)(cid:12)
(cid:135)(cid:3)(cid:36)(cid:81)(cid:71)(cid:3)(cid:80)(cid:82)(cid:85)(cid:72)
(cid:39)(cid:82)(cid:81)(cid:1163)(cid:87)(cid:3)(cid:80)(cid:76)(cid:86)(cid:86)(cid:3)(cid:82)(cid:88)(cid:85)(cid:3)(cid:42)(cid:85)(cid:68)(cid:81)(cid:71)(cid:3)(cid:50)(cid:83)(cid:72)(cid:81)(cid:76)(cid:81)(cid:74)(cid:3)(cid:38)(cid:72)(cid:79)(cid:72)(cid:69)(cid:85)(cid:68)(cid:87)(cid:76)(cid:82)(cid:81)(cid:3)(cid:86)(cid:83)(cid:72)(cid:70)(cid:76)(cid:68)(cid:79)(cid:86)(cid:4)
(cid:21)(cid:24)(cid:20)(cid:3)(cid:49)(cid:82)(cid:85)(cid:87)(cid:75)(cid:3)(cid:36)(cid:89)(cid:72)(cid:81)(cid:88)(cid:72)(cid:3)(cid:58)(cid:72)(cid:86)(cid:87)(cid:3)• (cid:58)(cid:72)(cid:86)(cid:87)(cid:192)(cid:72)(cid:79)(cid:71)(cid:15)(cid:3)(cid:49)(cid:45)(cid:15)(cid:3)(cid:19)(cid:26)(cid:19)(cid:28)(cid:19)
(cid:57)(cid:76)(cid:86)(cid:76)(cid:87)(cid:3)(cid:38)(cid:82)(cid:79)(cid:88)(cid:80)(cid:69)(cid:76)(cid:68)(cid:37)(cid:68)(cid:81)(cid:78)(cid:50)(cid:81)(cid:79)(cid:76)(cid:81)(cid:72)(cid:17)(cid:70)(cid:82)(cid:80)(cid:3)(cid:82)(cid:85)(cid:3)(cid:70)(cid:82)(cid:81)(cid:87)(cid:68)(cid:70)(cid:87)(cid:3)(cid:82)(cid:88)(cid:85)(cid:3)(cid:38)(cid:88)(cid:86)(cid:87)(cid:82)(cid:80)(cid:72)(cid:85)(cid:3)(cid:54)(cid:72)(cid:85)(cid:89)(cid:76)(cid:70)(cid:72)(cid:3)(cid:39)(cid:72)(cid:83)(cid:68)(cid:85)(cid:87)(cid:80)(cid:72)(cid:81)(cid:87)(cid:3)(cid:68)(cid:87)(cid:3)(cid:11)(cid:27)(cid:19)(cid:19)(cid:12)(cid:3)(cid:24)(cid:21)(cid:21)(cid:16)(cid:23)(cid:20)(cid:25)(cid:26)(cid:3)(cid:73)(cid:82)(cid:85)(cid:3)(cid:80)(cid:82)(cid:85)(cid:72)(cid:3)(cid:76)(cid:81)(cid:73)(cid:82)(cid:85)(cid:80)(cid:68)(cid:87)(cid:76)(cid:82)(cid:81)(cid:17)
Page 4 Thursday, June 7, 2018 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION
ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ
The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains – Fanwood Letters to the Editor DD
TIMES DD
— Established 1890 — Since 1959
A Tribute To Friends, Family Members
Legal Newspaper for the County of Union, New Jersey TM
and for Westfield, Mountainside, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Cranford and Garwood Diction Deception
And People You Never Knew
Members of: Below are four arcane words, each
New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association (cid:127)Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce I’d like to thank all of the great you never knew, who have fought in with four definitions – only one is cor-
Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association (cid:127)Fanwood Business & Professional Association
volunteers, members of our Post 3 American wars so we could live in rect. The others are made up. Are you
Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Legion Family (A.L. S.A.L AUXL), freedom. sharp enough to discern this deception of
P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West our friends at the Knights of Colum- I look forward to you all volunteer- diction?
Westfield, N.J. 07091 bus, VFW, Westfield and ing your time and talent next year. If you can guess one correctly – good
guess. If you get two – well-read indi-
Mountainside Boy and Girl Scout Thanks again for a job well done.
Tele: [phone] (cid:127)E-mail: [email protected] (cid:127)Web: www.goleader.com (cid:127)Fax: [phone] vidual. If you get three – word expert. If
Troops, for a job well done in work- And if you would like to form a team
POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at you get all four – You must have a lot of
ing together to place 4,654 flags on and join us next year please call me in
free time!
P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091
our veterans’ graves at Fairview Cem- March, we can always use the help. All words and correct definitions
Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. etery. Katherine Wening come from the board game Diction
Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman You took the time to pay tribute to Juliann Wening Deception.
friends, family members and people American Legion Post 3 Westfield Answers to last week’s arcane words.
ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER
Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo WF BOE Is Happy To Leave Things 1. Capybara – A large, tailless,
partcially web-footwed rodent of South
COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION
America
Lauren S. Barr Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly
The Way They Are 2. Ticpolonga – An extremely venom-
EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS ous Indian snake
The Westfield School Board is cur- Many board members serve be- 3. Runcation – A weeding
SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe rently a non-partisan governing body cause they want to contribute to the 4. Gingili – Sesame seed or the oil
One-year – $36 (cid:127)Two-year – $68 (cid:127)Three-year – $99 of our very high performing school community without getting involved from it
district. We all were very happy to in partisan debates. To politicize the NULLIPARA
have served on this Board. One of the school board would detract from the 1. Useless; of little or no value
Westfield Could Get Rep.
great characteristics of the current good work that is being done and 2. A woman who has not borne a child
structure is that the members are not potentially discourage good candi- 3. A traitor; turncoat
Republicans or Democrats; they are dates from running simply because 4. Apathetic; disinterested
CLACHAN
On County Freeholders simply Westfield residents who want they are “tied in” to the local political
1. A hamlet in the Highlands of Scot-
to give back to their community. parties.
land
We are very concerned by the ru- Our school district is one of the
2. Solidified; hardened
mors that we have been hearing that highest performing in the state. Could 3. A state of insensibility; numbness
For the first time in 14 years, Westfield is likely freeholders and Plainfield Councilwoman Rebecca both political parties are contemplat- we do better, of course we could and 4. Hanging in clusters, such as with
to be getting a representative on the Union County Williams has been chosen by the Union County ing putting up a slate of candidates we believe that the current adminis- grapes
Board of Chosen Freeholders come 2019. Kim- Democratic Committee to replace Linda Carter on for the school board openings avail- tration, teachers, board and our stu- STREPITANT
able in November 2018. We are abso- dents, are committed to continuing to 1. Harsh; raspy
berly Palmieri-Mouded was picked by the Union the board. Ms. Carter was named to the 22nd Legis-
lutely against allowing the school improve on what is already a very 2. Oozing; seeping
County Democratic Committee for one of three lative District Assembly seat of the late Jerry Green 3. Noisy, loud
board to become politicized. strong district. The school district
seats up on the nine-member board this year. last month. Until 2012, school board elections and the town administrators and 4. Salty; saline
ERUCTATION
Westfield has not had a freeholder since Mary Including Ms. Williams’ seat, six of the nine were held in April. They were then elected officials have worked well
1. Shameful; corrupt
Ruotolo served seven years from 1998 through freeholder seats, or two-thirds of the board, are from moved to November. The concern at together in the recent past and we 2. The act of belching
2004. Democrats have held all nine board seats urban communities. We are hopeful that Summit or the time of the change is that the would like to see them find even more 3. Swelling or state of being swollen
elections would become political ways to leverage all of the assets of 4. The act of stretching and yawning
since 1998 so, barring a major upset on Election New Providence also will get a seat in the not too
since they would be happening at the the town for the betterment of our
Day, Ms. Mouded would join the board in January distant future. same time as the more traditional students but we do not need to make Letters to
2019. Westfield resident P. Mark Martini has run a Over the years the issue of freeholder districts has political offices were being voted on. this political.
the Editor
few times on the Republican ballot line for free- been raised to bring about more representation of all We were very lucky that this did not We should focus on putting the best
happen, perhaps until now. people available in office, not putting
holder including in 2017. areas of the county, not to mention two-party repre-
Current board members on the at-large board sentation. But that issue is likely going nowhere in a Why do we need “Republicans” or three Republicans or three Demo- Her Staff Knows How
“Democrats” on the school board? crats in office.
reside in Elizabeth, Hillside, Linden, Cranford, Democratic-controlled Legislature, as Republicans During our time on the Board, never If you have a point of view, please To Satisfy Customers
Fanwood, Springfield and Union. Ms. Mouded is only hold 41 of the 120 seats (Senate and Assembly once did the work of the school board, let your elected officials know your
As a former Cranford resident who
running with incumbent Freeholder Al Mirabella of combined) in the Legislature. of setting policy for the district and position.
used to work at Westfield Memorial
representing the community in the
Fanwood and former Roselle councilwoman Andrea The issue of overdevelopment is having a serious Mark Friedman Library and whose friend, Joan
administration of the schools, involve
Staten. The Republican candidates are former impact on our local communities, as is the high Mitch Slater Hackett, was a Westfield resident,
Garwood mayor Patricia Quattrocchi of Clark, amount of property taxes. In addition to having a politics. Brendan Galligan I’m proud of Anne Laird who runs the
Town Bookstore in Westfield, NJ.
Garwood Councilman Joe Sarno and Peter Kane of Westfield freeholder, we hope Summit and Westfield
‘Temporary’ Ice Skating Rink Is Anne and her staff know how to sat-
Summit. officials and residents become more involved by
isfy customers. They will even order
We believe it is important to have freeholders from attending county meetings. At $40 million, Westfield Another Ex. of Too Much Government out-of-print books, DVDs, and VHS
the suburban, western portion of the county as well is consistently the highest taxed town in the county, videos.
as the urban areas. Elizabeth currently has two followed by Summit. The business of government is not with a taxpayer funded tax-exempt Thank God the Town Bookstore
business. Yet Westfield is embarked ice rink? One reason for the disap- exists in Westfield, on East Broad
on building a “temporary” ice-skat- pearance of private swimming clubs Street. My departed friend Joan
Preserving Our Past In the Midst
ing rink. Yet there is not one word on is the plethora of municipal swim- Hackett, who had a high IQ combined
the Town of Westfield website about ming complexes. with high common sense level like I
the cost of the approximately nearly The Town Council and Mayor do, was a Westfield resident who at-
Of Present, Future Redevelopment 200-by-85-foot rink! Brindle have better work to do than tended Garwood St. Anne’s Church
Here is a reminder of the ancient focus their attention, time, energy, and Cranford St. Michael’s Church
Roman bread and circuses that the and our money on building an ice with me. Joan was also an avid reader,
A pivotal issue for much of our readership area ter which historic legacy provides becomes the politicians for political purposes ad- skating rink. and we enjoyed many conversations
vanced. What about the flood of potholes? about the joys of Cranford and
right now is redevelopment, particularly large-scale launch pad for our town’s future development.”
“Temporary” in government par- Motorist recklessness on the roads? Westfield.
projects earmarked or underway for Scotch Plains- We concur with Mr. Wendel’s assertions that while lance means permanent. Consider Reducing the tax burden? Streamlin- I’m grateful to God to have had
Fanwood, Cranford and Garwood. Public concerns not every older home can or should be saved, and those “temporary” Main Navy and ing government? Doing more to care Joan as a friend, and glad that Anne
remain over how these retail and residential devel- that economic factors in restoring and maintaining Munitions Buildings erected on the for the homeless, feed the hungry, Laird’s Town Bookstore continues to
opments will impact municipalities, notably school such homes can pose a formidable challenge, com- National Mall in 1918 that would not help the poor? thrive.
be demolished until 1970. But, despite these problems. Mayor
district populations, traffic and infrastructure. Town munities like Westfield and neighboring towns with Martha McLoughlin
The Westfield website tells us, “The Brindle proposes lighted turf fields in Lakewood, NJ
hall-style meetings have recently been held or sched- deep roots in the area should encourage preservation WHS hockey team and surrounding Tamaques Park. Yet more bread and
uled in an effort to address these concerns. of historic homes and other structures that are still local hockey clubs will utilize the rink circuses. This while she and the Town Coco to Be Screened
Considering the complex elements related to these viable. They are visible, tangible, literal connections for practice.” It would be better though Council are busy drawing down
At Hanson Park
redevelopment plans, and how they will help shape the to our past, and resources for keeping that past alive for these high school students to spend Westfield’s financial reserves!
their time doing their homework. What next? A Westfield Town ma- CRANFORD — The community
future of our communities, it is vital that our attention for present and future generations as modern-day
Strange that at a time when our rina on the Jersey Shore, a Westfield is invited to bring their blankets and
remain focused on them. In the midst of our potentially needs and obligations dictate other development. beloved country is being strongly Town ski lodge in the Skylands, or chairs for a Movie in the Park on
changing landscapes, however, it also is imperative that The communities of our area, many originally challenged for educational supremacy perhaps a Westfield Town restaurant Saturday, July 14, at Hanson Park,
we do all we can to preserve links to our past as well. settled during America’s pre-Revolutionary era, are by a whole host of countries it was in the Town Hall? The possibilities located at 38 Springfield Avenue,
In an article published in last week’s editions of to be commended for their preservation efforts over standing room only in the Town Coun- are endless when government thinks Cranford.
cil chambers over the issue of the it perfectly okay to engage in private The feature presentation will be
The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains- the years. Local historic preservation commissions,
proposed ice-skating rink. enterprise as the expense of private Coco, a 2017 animated fantasy film
Fanwood Times, Westfield Town Historian Robert historical societies and the owners of older homes Would it have been standing room enterprises! produced by Pixar Animation Stu-
Wendel highlighted the relevance of preserving who have preserved or restored the original charac- only if the Town Council were consid- Leave it to Thomas Jefferson to dios and released by Walt Disney
Westfield’s historic homes as the town approaches ter of their dwellings have collectively been integral ering expanding the Westfield Memo- have the last word on the importance Pictures. The story follows a 12-year-
its 300th anniversary in 2020. to retaining our towns’ historic legacy. rial Library or building a performing of limited government. He wrote in old boy named Miguel Rivera who is
arts center where the music of Mozart, his letter to William Stephens Smith accidentally transported to the land
“Despite constantly changing physical appear- Nevertheless, time and progress continue to affect
Chopin, Beethoven, Rossini, and dated February 2, 1788: “We are now of the dead, where he seeks the help
ances, with a more developed downtown center and towns’ ability to preserve their history. While rede- Vivaldi among others were performed vibrating between too much and too of his deceased musician great-great-
ongoing rejuvenation and modernization of neigh- velopment will continue, we hope our communities or building an art museum where the little government, and the pendulum grandfather to return him to his fam-
borhoods, there has always been an essential appre- will be successful in maintaining what Mr. Wendel works of Monet, Renoir, Rembrandt, will rest finally in the middle.” ily among the living. The film won
ciation for Westfield history which residents have described in his article about Westfield as “the van Gogh, and Vermeer among others We should take Thomas Jefferson’s two Academy Awards for Best Ani-
were displayed? advice and consider the “temporary” mated Feature and Best Original Song
supported and passed down from one generation to delicate balance between economic development
In our free enterprise economy it is ice-skating rink as too much govern- (“Remember Me”).
the next,” he wrote. He also noted how “the charac- and reverence for the past.” intolerable that government competes ment. This free family movie night will
with private enterprise. What private start at dusk, approximately 8:30 p.m.
Stephen Schoeman
ice company could possibly compete Westfield There will be popcorn and refresh-
ments for sale and fun for the entire
Palumbo Graduates family. Movie in the Park is presented
by the Hanson Park Conservancy, the
From Arcadia Univ. Carpetto Inducted Into
Cranford Municipal Alliance and
GLENSIDE, Pa. – Amy Palumbo Healthcare Honor Soc. Friends of the Cranford Public Li-
was among those students who earned brary. For more information, visit
a degree during Arcadia University's SCRANTON, Pa. – Nicole hansonparkconservancy.com.
2018 Undergraduate Commence- Carpetto of Westfield was among
ment Ceremony on May 18. the 54 University of Scranton stu- Kasper Selected to
A resident of Scotch Plains, Amy dents inducted into Upsilon Phi
Join Phi Beta Kappa
was awarded a Bachelor of Science Delta, the national honor society
degree in Biology. for graduate and undergraduate stu- NEW BRUNSWICK – Dory
dents in healthcare administration Kasper, of Scotch Plains, has been
Union County Freeholders programs. Students must have a accepted to join America’s most pres-
Elizabeth, New Jersey minimum overall grade point aver- tigious academic honor society, Phi
[phone]
age of 3.5 for induction. The Beta Kappa.
Ed Oatman, Mgr., [email protected]
university's chapter of the honor Dory, a biology major with a
Sergio Granados, chair
society was established in 2002. chemistry minor, will graduate from
[email protected]
Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. Nicole is a senior pursuing a the Rutgers University Honors Pro-
[phone] health administration degree at the gram in 2019 with this significant
[email protected] Jesuit university. achievement.
State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District
Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Leonard Lance (R)
425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090
Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 [phone]
[phone] [phone] [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford
Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asm. Jim Kennedy (D) are in the 7th Congressional District]
251 North Ave. West 34 E. Cherry St.
Westfield, N.J. 07090 Rahway, N.J. 07065 12th Congressional District
[phone] [phone] Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D)
Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asw. Linda Carter (D) 850 Bear Tavern Road, Suite 201, Ewing, N.J. 08628
57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. [phone]
Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [Fanwood, Plainfield and most of Scotch Plains
[phone] [phone] are in the 12th Congressional District]
LD-21 includes Westfield, LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, [email protected], [email protected]
Mountainside, Garwood, Fanwood, Plainfield, Clark, [email protected], [email protected]
Summit and Cranford. Rahway and Linden. [email protected], [email protected]
A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 7, 2018 Page 5
Why I Am Voting for Ileen Cuccaro Cat Owners; So A Politician Can Our American Flag,
In The Garwood November Election Make A Name For Himself The Grand Old Flag
While redevelopment is currently is going to dodge the tough issues and Here we go again with politicians fighting among themselves, scratch I’m going to take you on a histori- changed on April 12, 1861, when the
underway for the town of Garwood, just propose to distribute more mail- deciding what’s best for taxpaying their owners (I still have a scar) and cal journey back to the birth of our Confederate Army bombed Fort
we need leadership to ensure that our ers which really serve us no purpose citizens by getting their names put on yes, damage furniture/carpets and beloved stars and stripes. First I must Sumter and tore the country apart.
town is led into making the right besides wasting more paper. a stupid bill that leaves cat owners drapes. dispel a myth. Betsey Ross did not The people in the north, to show
decisions. This is why I am voting for Ileen Cuccaro is my top choice for questioning why go through the hassle I can imagine lonely retirees hav- sew the first American flag. The first support for their troops displayed the
Ileen Cuccaro for Mayor this No- Mayor of Garwood as she is someone of owning a pet or adopting an aban- ing to worry if their cat scratches a American flag was designed by American flag in front of their homes.
vember. Ileen has been a resident who works with her fellow council doned cat from a shelter if the state is fellow resident/neighbor in a retire- George Washington in 1776 to mark I wrote the following as a tribute to
over 50 years and is someone who members, does not attack them pub- going to keep on regulating every ment home or community that allows the start of the Continental Army. The our stars and stripes.
can think outside of the box and has licly, but rather tries to work closely action of the pet owner. Next are they pets and then being told to dispose of flag consisted of a Union Jack in the Old glory, old glory flying high,
always made it a point to take into with them to seek out solutions to the going to regulate the type of food cats the beloved pet. Cats need homes and upper left hand corner; the rest of the your field of blue with 50 stars of
consideration the needs of all of the difficult issues we face as a commu- can eat or mandate annual checkups not restrictions that prevent or hinder field was filled with 13 alternating white tells in part what we are like.
residents of Garwood. I have always nity. with added forms to be filed by vet- adoption. I would rather see a bill that stripes of red and white. It was known Each star has its own light, but in a
known Ileen to be a stand up, honest With redevelopment plans moving erinarians? I can’t believe that the deals with reducing the number of as the Continental Colors. One year field of blue they all unite.
person and key contributor to our forward, I fully believe that Ileen sponsors of this bill even polled state cats by spaying or neutering( as Bob later, the Continental Congress passed The crimson and white of 13 stripes
community. Like so many successful Cuccaro is the ideal candidate that veterinarians. Barker always used to say at the end a flag resolution that was just one is in honor of the pain and strife of the
businesswomen, Ileen has always Garwood needs for mayor now as we I have owned 11 cats in my life- of each show) during the first few sentence long. “The flag should have 13 colonies to unite.
balanced the demands of being a de- enter into a new phase of Garwood’s time... some were declawed and some months of their lives. That would be 13 stripes, alternating red and white That Fort Sumter’s night our star
voted mother with her full-time ca- history yet to be written. While Ileen weren’t. When I lived in an area where a “Neccesity Bill”and not a “Conve- and 13 white stars in a field of blue.” spangled banner stood high and bright
reer. supports redevelopment, as so many it was safe for the cats to go outside nience Bill” so a politician can make It never stated though how the stars to dawns early light, so did Sir Frances
She is fully committed to Garwood of us residents also do, she does not without a leash (Yes, you can walk a name for himself. Thus, passing this should be arranged. Over the years, Scott Key write.
and shows this through her commit- support overdevelopment. Ileen is the cats on leashes) they retained their bill we should all get ready for the the stars and stripes had many looks Today our flag, our national sym-
ment to continually invest in Garwood leader we need at this time to help claws for protection. But those that state to fund cat euthanasia on a mas- and finally morphed into the flag we bol is 50 stars strong. It embodies the
as a long-time homeowner, taxpayer, take a closer look at what will be were kept indoors and leashed were sive scale at taxpayers’ expense. see today. free spirit of our nation. Our stars and
and real-estate agent (One in Garwood proposed for our town going forward declawed. I had the cats declawed Bob Fox Here are some other interesting stripes embody our free spirit. It rec-
by the way) to help ensure this town to ensure that the downstream ramifi- because I noticed that the indoor cats Scotch Plains facts about our cherished stars and ognizes honor to those who died so
continues to thrive economically. cations are taken into consideration with claws would draw blood when stripes. she may fly.
In my opinion, Ileen has proven early on and upfront. Ileen is some- The American flag is the first flag I’m sorry but I have to say this point
what it takes to be a successful leader one who fully understands that that Tamaques Wiffle Ball Charity Event to represent the people. blank. Why aren’t you flying our flag
and has the insight to get the job done. the infrastructure of a one-square mile It’s the only flag to have a national in front of your home, on a pole or a
She fully understands the infrastruc- town such as Garwood would not be Sees 300 Participate anthem written for it. flag just stuck in your front lawn? I
ture of this town and, in her short able to handle the demands of such Why the colors red, white and blue? drive my block and through my town
tenure on the council, has been the overdevelopment that is currently On behalf of the organizers of the The event kicked off at 3:15 p.m., The truth may never be known but the and rarely do I see a flag to be found.
driving force to push the needle to being imposed on our town and so Sister Pat’s Kids Camp Charity Wiffle with the playing of the National An- prevailing theory is of two fold. First, I know in this free democracy we
help get the taxpayers of this town many of our neighboring municipali- Ball Tournament (Michael Birle, them, and then the games for high the colors were taken directly from have freedom of expression, so yes
some relief for the first time in 17 ties. Bryce Dannevig, Andrew Caminiti, school and intermediate players be- the Union Jack. Second is that the you don’t have to fly the American
years. Ileen is the ideal candidate for James Birle, Jack Cushing, Patrick gan, followed by the elementary blue stood for courage, the white for flag, but could you tell me why.
Ileen spearheaded the movement mayor as she possesses strong leader- Reynders, and Kelly Cushing), we games. purity of the event and the red for the Please, this Flag Day, honor our
to reach across party lines and look ship skills and has always maintained would like to thank everyone for an- This year, the winners of the high- sacrifice of the many. national symbol. Embrace its rich and
for options to achieve a freeze on our a high level of integrity and transpar- other successful tournament. In fact, school bracket were the “Seis The familiar sight of American flags glorious past and to ensure its future,
real estate taxes and should be com- ency regarding her platform with the almost $17,000 was raised for Sr. Hombres,” the intermediate-school flying from front yards across our be a part of America that displays the
mended for her leadership. It should residents of Garwood. I would also Pat’s. champions were the “Thunder,” and great nation wasn’t always so. The embodiment of a land that is free, a
be noted that this was one of the like to remind voters that Ileen has By way of background, Sister Pat’s the winners of the elementary-school flag waving exuberance that you see land of opportunity for all.
major items on her running platform made it clear for years that should Kids Camp is a week-long camp in bracket were the “Orange Kittens of when we celebrate national holidays Flag Day is June 14.
when she rang my bell a couple of would like to hear from the residents upstate New York for underprivileged Destruction.” such as Memorial Day, Flag Day, July
Walter Sosnosky
years ago that made me vote for her and that she always felt our concerns children with cancer (of any religious This summer, Michael Birle, and 4th, etc., never existed. That all Kenilworth
for a council seat. Today, I am pleased should be taken into consideration. background) chosen by the staff of Andrew Caminiti will be counselors
to see that she delivered on this prom- Therefore, this November I ask to Columbia Presbyterian. Over seven at Sr. Pat’s Kids Camp. They will Thank You to All For Support
ise once being elected into office. you join me and support Ileen Cuccaro years ago, we heard that the camp was engage in many activities with the
Finally, some change you can believe for Mayor of Garwood. Ileen is some- in danger of closing because it was children who are receiving the ben- Of Furniture Assist Linen Drive
in with Ileen’s leadership! one who takes the time to listen to her low on funds. In response, the Wiffle efit of the money the tournament
Ileen faces the tough questions head fellow residents and takes into con- Ball Tournament was started to raise raises. The community and local busi- the new linens.
on, she does not cower away or de- sideration the financial impact that money for the camp. Over the last The tournament’s Platinum spon- nesses came together to have a hugely Furniture Assist is a local charity
flect to appease those in the moment the decisions of our local government seven years, the Wiffle Ball Tourna- sors were: Adler’s Jewelers, Brennan successful linen drive to benefit a that takes donations from those that
with undelivered promises just to could ultimately have on the taxpay- ment has raised over $75,000. All Family, Loder Family, Sullivan Fam- local charity, Furniture Assist. Due to have and distributes free of charge to
make us happy to hear what she has to ers, retirees, and all those living on a proceeds from the tournament go di- ily, Mitts for Mutts, Bergin Family, their generosity, Furniture Assist will about 25 needy families a week. Do-
say. Anyone can talk the talk, what we fixed income who reside in Garwood. rectly to Sister Pat’s Kids Camp. The Birle Family, Caminiti Family, Casa have enough linens to supply many nations can be brought to Furniture
need is someone with strong leader- proceeds from this year’s Wiffle Ball di Pizza, Colicchio Construction, families in need. This was the largest Assist each Sunday from noon to 2:30
Kathleen (Kat) Patterson
ship skills and a clear platform to Garwood Tournament will allow at least 37 Cushing Family, Dannevig Family, linen drive in Furniture Assist’s his- p.m. at 24 Commerce Street, Spring-
serve as our mayor, not someone who children to attend camp and enjoy a Reynders Family, D-Bat, Hershey’s, tory. field, N.J., http://
week of fun activities, forgetting their Jeni-Fit Studios, Maliakal Family, We would like to thank Ron Bansky www.furnitureassist.com/.
Lance Statement on 3.8 other challenges, Martin Jewelers, Mears and and Allstate Insurance at 502 East Amy Flax and Emily Root
The 8th annual event was held on McCullough, CPAs, Pantano Family Broad Street, Donna Perch and Westfield
Friday, May 25, at Tamaques Park in Foundation, Loews Hotels, Westfield Coldwell Banker at 209 Central Av-
Percent Unemployment Submittal Formats
Westfield. Approximately 300 play- Baseball League, George Kunath, enue and Rory Chadwick and Mid-
ers participated and more than 100 Guarnuccio Family, and Vaszily Fam- town Authentic at 129 East Broad Email Photos in color
Email Ads as pdf files in color
spectators gathered for a fantastic ily. Street for being drop-off locations for
WESTFIELD — Congressman The Labor Department reported cause. Throughout the event, over 50 Thank you for all those who par- the Furniture Assist Linen Drive. We Please spell & grammar check
Leonard Lance (R-7th, Westfield) is- Friday that unemployment fell to 3.8 volunteers umpired the games and ticipated, donated, volunteered and would like to thank Sarah Murphy For more information, see
sued the following statement respond- percent in May – matching its lowest helped sell pizza (courtesy of Casa di supported the tournament. Sister Pat, and Grassi Associates Inc./Keeco for www.goleader.com//help
ing to the May jobs report: point in half a century. Since 1969, Pizza), subs and chicken fingers (with in whose memory the camp was
“Today’s economic report is the only other time unemployment thanks to Hershey’s), snacks, drinks founded, would be ecstatic with the The Family Law Department of Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski
good news for the United States, has been this low was in April 2000. and tournament t-shirts. success of the Wiffle Ball Tourna-
job seekers and the federal coffers. The economy added 223,000 jobs. Deadlines ment. We look forward to next year’s Presents
Wages have increased and unem- The job gains were broad. In April, Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm event, and we hope to see you there!
ployment rates are the lowest in the economy added 159,000 jobs af-
decades. All this success could be ter revisions. Over the past year, the Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm James Birle
Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm Tournament organizers
undermined by the imposition of economy has added an average
new tariffs on aluminum and steel 191,000 jobs a month. Richard J. Kaplow, Esq.
imports. I urge the Trump Admin- Wages grew 2.7 percent in May
istration to reconsider its decision compared with a year earlier. Unem-
in light of today’s excellent em- ployment has fallen steadily since the “25 Years Experience”
ployment report. Let’s keep the Great Recession. It peaked at 10 per- Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer
economy going strong.” cent in 2009.
FAMILY LAW
This is your new home
· ·
we are talking about Divorce Domestic Violence
· ·
Custody Child Support
Kristin N. Badalamenti, Esq., Jennifer L. Young, Esq.,
Mario C. Gurrieri, Esq. (Chair) and Kristin M. Capalbo, Esq.
( 9 0 8 ) 2 3 2 - 8 7 8 7
4 Lawyers, 4 Levels of Experience, 4 Hourly Rates
All designed to serve your interests in all aspects of divorce including
custody, parenting time, relocation, distribution of assets, alimony, child
Owen Brand · DWI · Criminal Defense support, college costs, prenuptial agreements, mediation, domestic violence,
Mortgage Development Officer
· Business Representation · Civil Litigation palimony, post-divorce changes in financial circumstances, and civil unions
Phone - 908.789.2730 Mention this ad to receive a complimentary conference
Cell - 908.337.7282 Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor
Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C.
Email - [email protected]
340 North Avenue
NMLS # 222999 24 Hours · 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, New Jersey, 07016
All loans subject to approval. Equal Housing Lender. Santander Bank, N.A. is a Member FDIC and a wholly owned [phone]
subsidiary of Banco Santander, S.A. 2017 Santander Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Santander, Santander Bank [email protected] richardjkaplow.com
and the Flame logo are trademarks of Banco Santander, S.A. or its subsidiaries in the United States or other www.dughihewit.com
countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. C0427_12F 12/09/16
For life
insurance,
call a good
neighbor.
Christine Cosenza, Agent Call me and I’ll help you
2 Elm Street choose the right life insurance
Westfield, NJ 07090
Bus: 908-233-9100 for you and your family.
[email protected]
Like a good neighbor,
State Farm is there.®
State Farm Life Insurance Company (Not licensed in MA, NY or WI),
State Farm Life and Accident Assurance Company (Licensed in NY and WI),
P092014.1 Bloomington, IL
Page 6 Thursday, June 7, 2018 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION
Grover Connell, 100, Was Family Man,
– Obituaries –
Successful Entrepreneur, Philanthropist
Grover Connell of Westfield, years, where they raised their three
Gloria I. Giaimo, 89, Beloved Mother;
N.J., died peacefully on Thursday, children, Ted, Terry and Toni.
May 17, 2018, at his home, sur- Grover’s business acumen and
rounded by his loving family. work ethic were without question. Lived In Westfield For 30 Years
Born in New York City on April He valued commitment and integ-
12, 1918 to Mr. and Mrs. Grover rity, and his loyalty to those who Gloria I. Giaimo, 89, of Dunedin, Gloria leaves behind six children,
Cleveland Connell, Grover was worked at Connell and others close Fla., passed away peacefully at her Joseph (Sally), Vernon, N.J., James
raised in New York. He went to to him was evident. In a business daughter’s home on (Sybil), Scotch Plains,
high school in the Bronx and earned world dominated by written agree- April 6, 2018 and was N.J., Jeffrey (Jim),
a Bachelor of Science degree from ments, Grover always maintained surrounded by her lov- Ladera Ranch, Calif.,
Columbia University in 1939. Af- that any deal could be made on a ing family. Jason (Hetal),
ter working briefly for his father in handshake, as a person should al- Gloria was born in Pleasanton, Calif., and
the rice business, Grover served in ways stand behind his word. He Manhattan, N.Y., and Judith and Joan of
the United States Navy as an of- touched the lives of so many, sharing worked on Wall Street. Dunedin, Fla. She is
ficer (Lieutenant Senior Grade) on his knowledge and remarkable ex- She grew up in Jersey also survived by two KNIGHTS SUPPORT SQUAD...Msgr. Walsh Council 5437 Garwood Grand
a Fletcher class destroyer during periences. Respected by everyone City, N.J., later married sisters, Sister Joan Knight Michael Collings presents Garwood First Aid Squad Captain Gene
World War II. Following the war, with whom he came into contact, and raised her family in Eileen Butler of Our Kobliska with a $250 donation during the squad’s Annual Fund Drive. Also
Grover returned to work for his Grover remained humble through- Westfield, N.J., before Lady of Lourdes Con- pictured are members of the First Aid Squad on the right and Knights of Columbus
Chaplain Msgr. Ron Marczewski and fellow Knights on the left.
father at Connell Rice & Sugar Co. out his extraordinarily successful life. retiring to Dunedin, Fla. vent, West Orange, N.J.
(now The Connell Company) and Passionate about politics, Grover Gloria was an avid and Dorothy Verheul of Mountainside Library Posts
took over the business in 1950. He immersed himself in the issues and reader and enjoyed Mukilteo, Wash. She
has been the president of the com- political process. He deeply believed crafts, gardening, cro- Gloria I. Giaimo leaves four grandchil-
pany since that time. Grover greatly in the importance of education and cheting, and making jew- dren, Jainam, Ashni, Programming For June
expanded the company’s rice and community and supported many or- elry, especially dream catcher earrings. Justin and Jayden, and several nieces
sugar operations, eventually lead- ganizations and charities, without She was a member of the Our Lady of and nephews. Gloria was a loving
ing the company to become the looking for any recognition. Lourdes Catholic Church in Dunedin. and kind soul who will be missed MOUNTAINSIDE — The Lächelns by Franz Lehár. René Kollo
world’s largest rice trader, and also Yet for all of his achievements Gloria was gregarious, made friends immeasurably. Mountainside Public Library will as Prince Sou-Chong and Birgit Pitsch-
guided the company into many di- and attributes, Grover’s pride and easily and could make you laugh with There was a private mass held on continue to offer programs during the Sarata as Lisa star in this 1974 produc-
verse business areas. He was a true devotion always remained centered ease. She could tell a story like no May 5 and a memorial service will month of June. tion. The Radio-Sinfonieorchester
entrepreneur. Multiple generations on his family. other and often people would say “your be held on June 12, which would “Aging Service Kiosk” will be held Stuttgart with the Korean Court Ballet
of the Connell family continue to Grover is survived by his daugh- mom is so cute” or “your mom is so have been her 90th birthday. tomorrow, Friday, June 8, at 12:30 is conducted by Wolfgang Ebert.
lead the company. ters, Terry Connell and Toni Connell; funny.” June 7, 2018 p.m. Donna Farrell of the Union Remaining Tuesday Night movies
Grover met his wife, Patricia Day grandsons, Shane Connell and his County Department of Human Ser- for the month are Marshall (2017,
Connell, in Manasquan, N.J., at wife, Jennifer, Duane Connell and vices Division on Aging and Disabil- PG-13) on June 12; Lady Bird (2017,
the beach, and they were married his wife, Jane, and Sean Connell, ity Resource Connection will return R) on June 19 and Daddy’s Home
for 77 wonderful years until she and seven great-grandchildren, to the library to provide information (2017, PG-13) on June 26. All screen-
passed away last year. Grover and Clayton, Justin, Katherine, Chloe, about home-delivered meals, respite ings begin at 6:30 p.m.
Pat moved to Westfield in 1951 Lilah, Tessa and Coby. care, home care, adult day care, sup- Additionally, the library will con-
(also moving the company to New At Grover’s request, services port services for caregivers and more. tinue to feature its Brown Bag Acad-
Jersey a few years later) and re- were held privately. “Alfred Hitchcock: Behind the Cur- emy: Great Courses series on Mon-
sided in Westfield for the past 67 June 7, 2018 tain of Suspense” is scheduled for days in June at 1:15 p.m. The current
Monday, June 11, at 7 p.m. Author, course is “How to Listen To and Un-
film historian and museum film cura- derstand Great Music.” Professor
Jazz Pianist to Give tor Max Alvarez will present a look Robert Greenberg, Music Historian-
behind the scenes of some of the Mas- in-Residence at the San Francisco
Concert In Cranford ter of Suspense’s notorious classics, Performances, is the lecturer. Attend-
from The Lodger (1927) and North By ees are invited to bring their lunch;
CRANFORD — The Friends of
Northwest (1959) to Frenzy (1972) coffee, tea and cookies will be served.
the Cranford Public Library invites
and the meticulous planning of each. To register for library programs,
the community for an evening with
The curtain closes on the sixth sea- stop into the library or call (908) 233-
concert pianist Gil Scott Chapman
son of the Friday Operas on Film se- 0115. The Mountainside Public Li-
on Monday, July 23, at 7:30 p.m., in
ries on Friday, June 15, at 1 p.m. Mena brary is located at 1 Constitution
the Cranford Community Center.
Clemson will present Das Land Des Plaza.
A classically-trained jazz pianist,
Mr. Chapman holds a Bachelor of COMMENDED HOME...This recently restored and expanded 1873 farmhouse Networking Group to Host
Fine Arts in Jazz Studies and Master of
is among the 14 recipients of a Devlin Commendation for historic preservation.
Music (improvisation) from the Uni- The public is invited to attend the awards ceremony and reception hosted by the
versity of Michigan. He has won and Westfield Historic Preservation Commission on Thursday, June 14, at 7:30 p.m., LinkedIn Expert June 11
placed in a number of classical piano in the Community Room of the Westfield Municipal Building, located at 425 East
competitions, performed at Carnegie Broad Street.
Hall, the Kennedy Center and the Devlin Awards Ceremony SCOTCH PLAINS — The nect with Mr. O’Hearn, visit
Monterey Jazz Festival, and performed Scotch Plains-Mountainside Pub- linkedin.com/in/andyohearn/.
alongside many celebrated artists. lic Libraries’ Career Networking This program is free and open to
Kyle L. Banker
He helped to develop the To Be Held on June 14 Group will feature a program on all. Interested persons can register
Gershwin Initiative, a long-term “How to Get 80 Percent of online at scotlib.org, by calling
Kyle L. Banker partnership between the Univer- LinkedIn’s Benefits in 20 Percent [phone], extension no. 204,
sity of Michigan and the Gershwin WESTFIELD — The Westfield emony and reception honoring this of the Time” on Monday, June 11, or by e-mail at [email protected].
Kyle L. Banker, 64, of Roselle, family, bringing the music of Historic Preservation Commission year’s 14 recipients for their efforts at 6:30 p.m. It will take place at the Individuals can connect with the
passed away on Tuesday, May 22, George and Ira Gershwin to schol- will hold its annual Devlin Commen- toward historic preservation. Scotch Plains Public Library. library’s Career Networking Group
2018. ars and audiences worldwide. He dation Awards ceremony on Thurs- The Devlin Commendation pro- Andy O’Hearn will be the pre- on LinkedIn, Career Networking
Kyle was employed as a dental resides in Westfield. day, June 14, at 7:30 p.m., in the gram was established in 1992 to honor senter. Since 2005, Mr. O’Hearn Group at SPPL.
assistant for Dr. Seymour “What thrills me about music, es- Community Room of the Westfield outstanding efforts in the restoration, has sought to plumb the depths of The Scotch Plains Public Library
Koslowsky, DDS, for 45 years. She pecially jazz, is the unexplored, the Municipal Building, located at 425 expansion and maintenance of older LinkedIn’s mysteries, ranging from is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue,
is predeceased by her sister Karen unknown,” he said. “And the irony is East Broad Street. Members of the properties. The awards are selected LinkedIn Open Networker (LION) one block from Park Avenue in the
Moore. She is survived by her sis- you’re completely unaware of that public are invited to attend the cer- from community nominations by a to LinkedIn Associations of Mu- center of the township.
ter Dale Sheehy and her husband, unexplored territory until you get panel of judges with expertise in his- tual Beneficence (LAMB). He has
James; her nieces, Kaitlyn Sheehy there — that journey excites me!” Teen Clubs Available tory and architecture. mined the expertise of LinkedIn’s WNC LEGO Club
and Jordan Dunn and her husband, No registration is required for The winners of the 2018 Devlin most proficient practitioners, and
At Township Library To Get Underway
Michael; her nephew, Joshua this free concert. The Cranford Awards include private residences as during the upcoming program he
Moore, and his wife, Kelly, and Community Center is located at 220 SCOTCH PLAINS — Teens in well as public and commercial prop- will present his concentrated WESTFIELD — The Westfield
great-nieces and nephews. She is Walnut Avenue, and is accessible to grades 5 to 12 are invited to the erties. They range from an 1870s farm- knowledge and curated experience. Neighborhood Council (WNC), lo-
laid to rest in Rosedale Memorial all. For more information about the Coding Club at the Scotch Plains house to a Victorian “Queen Anne” to The goal of the program is to help cated at 127 Cacciola Place,
Park in Linden. Friends of the Cranford Public Li- Public Library on Wednesday, June a 1920s Georgian-style brick estate. attendees set their profile apart and Westfield, has announced its LEGO
June 7, 2018 brary, visit cranfordlibrary.org. 13, at 6 p.m. The Westfield Fire Department will establish their bona fides in ways Club Kickoff Event on Sunday,
The library will provide Microsoft be honored for the restoration of the they might not have fully envi- June 24, between 1 and 3 p.m.
Surface tablets and iPads, along with domed cupola atop the historic sioned before. Kids ages 7 to 12 are invited to
Shakespeare Production
suggestions for websites and pro- firehouse. This year’s ceremony also Mr. O’Hearn is a communica- the official launch of the WNC
grams that can teach useful coding will include special recognition of tions adviser who helps executives LEGO Club, where they will have
To Be Staged In Cranford skills. No registration is required but Patrick and Helaine Velderman, as craft corporate narratives that an opportunity to work with fellow
space is limited and tablets will be founders of the Kimball Avenue His- frame meaningful content for inte- LEGO fans in building LEGO cre-
distributed on a first-come, first- toric District. grated communication campaigns. ations. For its initial event, WNC
CRANFORD — The Hudson programs. The company is known served basis. Created to encourage the use of In terms of LinkedIn, Mr. will host a LEGO Building Com-
Shakespeare Company will come for producing many lesser-known Additionally, the library’s after- established historic preservation stan- O’Hearn’s 5,155 connections in- petition.
to Cranford for a performance of and lesser-performed works, “in school club is held every Monday and dards when enhancing or expanding clude some of LinkedIn’s most Membership is $10. Beginning
William Shakespeare’s All’s Well order to expose audiences to all Wednesday through June 20, from local properties, the Devlin Commen- adept practitioners around the in September, regular meetings will
That Ends Well, directed by Jon facets of Elizabethan and Jacobean 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., in the downstairs dation program is named for Harry world. His background includes be held on the third Saturday of the
Ciccarelli, on Monday, July 30. A drama.” One of Shakespeare’s meeting room. Students in grades 5 Devlin, one of the founding judges writing, editing, research, social month. To sign up, visit
court romance set in 18th-century “problem plays” (works not easily through 8 are invited to relax, social- and a prominent local artist and archi- media, photography/design and eventbrite.com/e/wnc-lego-club-
France and Italy, the play features categorized as comedies or trag- ize, complete homework, play games, tectural historian. “next-gen” career trends. To con- tickets-46659863909.
comic subplots, swordplay, seduc- edies), All’s Well That Ends Well have snacks and explore maker ac- For additional information on the
tion and (perhaps) unrequited love. draws parallels between love and tivities with friends. awards program or seeking historic
The production, which is sponsored war. For more information, visit designation of a property, visit
by the Friends of the Cranford Pub- No registration is required for scotlib.org, e-mail westfieldnj.gov/historicpreservation.
lic Library, will be performed in this free program. The Cranford [email protected], call (908) 322-
Workshop to Address
the Cranford Community Center. Community Center is located at 5007, extension no. 204, or stop by
The Hudson Shakespeare Com- 220 Walnut Avenue and is acces- the library Reference Desk. Clutter Control
pany has presented more than 100 sible to all. For more information The Scotch Plains Public Library
productions since 1992, including about the Friends of the Cranford is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one CRANFORD — The Friends of the
an annual Shakespeare festival, Public Library, visit block from Park Avenue in the center Cranford Public Library will present a
modern theater and educational cranfordlibrary.org. of the township. workshop entitled “Conquer Clutter”
on Tuesday, June 26, at 7:30 p.m., at
the Cranford Community Center.
Professional organizer Linda
Anders, proprietor of COC Enter-
prises LLC and a member of the Na-
tional Association of Professional
Organizers, will talk about how to
deal with clutter around the home.
Her program is designed to help
individuals eliminate “paper piles”
and find unused space. No registra-
tion is required for this free program.
The Cranford Community Center is
located at 220 Walnut Avenue and is
accessible to all. For more informa-
tion about the Friends of the Cranford
Public Library, go to
cranfordlibrary.org and click on
Friends of the Library.
Blood Drive Is Set
Sunday In Union
AREA — New Jersey Blood Ser-
vices, a division of New York Blood
Center, has announced that a blood
drive will take place this Sunday, GIRL SCOUT BRONZE...Holy Trinity School’s Girl Scout Troop No. 40713 was
June 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will recently awarded the Girl Scout Bronze Award, the highest honor a Junior Girl
be held at St. Michael’s Church, lo- Scout can earn. Troop No. 40713 divided into two groups to work on two separate
cated at 1616 Kelly Street, Union. projects in their school community. One group created a Kid’s Guide to Holy
Trinity School, a resource to make new students feel more welcome and to learn
The first 50 donors will receive a
all about the school from a kid’s perspective. The other group focused on Making
free Union Theater movie pass. For
Photo courtesy of Blossom Gao more information or to make an ap- Recess More Fun by replenishing equipment, introducing arts and crafts, and
MEMORIAL DAY AT THE PARK...A group of Westfield residents gathers at the Tamaques Park Barbecue Pavilion area creating a booklet of new games and playground guidelines. The girls completed
on the afternoon of Memorial Day. Many participated in the morning parade in downtown Westfield. It was a great time for pointment, call (800) 933-BLOOD or a Junior level Journey, including a take-action project, before exploring and
families, friends and neighbors to commemorate, reflect, reconnect and relax. The weather turned out to be perfect for all visit tinyurl.com/UnionBloodDrives. selecting a Bronze Award community project on which each girl was required to
the day’s activities. Walk-ins will be welcome. spend a minimum of 20 hours.
A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 7, 2018 Page 7
Westfield Library to Feature Registration Underway For
Flag Craft and Female Spies Summer Reading Program
WESTFIELD — Two programs aid their country. SCOTCH PLAINS — Children, brary will include Tenafly Nature
celebrating America will be pre- The Ladies of History is a labor teens and adults are invited to partici- Center: Rapp’n with Raptors; Bach 2
sented at the Westfield Memorial of love that grew out of Ms. pate in the Scotch Plains Public Rock with musician Linda Caryn
Library in mid-June. Dupuy’s desire to study history, Library’s summer reading program. Rodgers; Sciencetellers: Wild West,
First up, crafters will learn how wear the fashions of different eras Residents of Scotch Plains and and Bubble Shows. For information,
to make a “shabby chic” American and bring history to life in a lively Fanwood can sign up online at visit scotlib.org/sppl/children/.
flag on Tuesday, June 12, at 2 p.m.; and fun way. She has presented her scotlib.org and in person at the li- Teens entering grades 6 through 12
then on Wednesday, June 13, “Fe- programs to tea rooms, historical brary. Signup for children’s and teen earn raffle tickets for every five hours
male Spies of World War II” will societies, libraries, bed and break- events requiring registration is typi- of reading, attending events and sub-
be spotlighted at 7 p.m. The library fasts, book clubs, social clubs, cally offered one week in advance. mitting book reviews. They also get
is located at 550 East Broad Street. church fundraisers and schools. Adult event signup can be done any small prizes for every 15 hours of
The Shabby Chic American Flag These programs are open to time until programs are filled. reading. Teen activities will include a
workshop is being held in prepara- Westfield Memorial Library and Parents of infants and pre-school Super Smash Bros. tournament, a
tion for the upcoming patriotic holi- MURAL cardholders. MURAL children can pick up their youngsters’ Harry Potter Escape Room, a Music
days and geared to anyone who cardholders belong to the 43 li- own copy of the library’s Wee Read- Trivia and Pizza Night, and weekly
enjoys crafts, even if they cannot braries that are part of the HISTORIC VISIT...Joseph W. Cardinal Tobin, Archbishop of Newark, recently ers program game board. The game crafts like making slime, rock candy
visited and celebrated the Ascension of the Lord Mass at Union Catholic High
sew. Librarian Marge Barkan, a Middlesex Union Reciprocal works by children coloring a block and tie-dye T-shirts. For more infor-
School in Scotch Plains. Among the commemorative gifts he received was a Union
lifelong crafter, will teach the class. Agreement Libraries. Interested whenever the child is read to for 15 mation, visit scotlib.org/sppl/teens/.
Catholic jacket. “I’ll wear it next time I go to the Vatican,’’ Cardinal Tobin joked
She has been sharing her love of persons are advised to visit the minutes, attends a library program or There also will be fun for adults and
as he held up the jacket. He is flanked by Philip Derisse and Janessa Mendoza, both
crafting with friends, as well as Westfield Memorial Library of the Class of 2018. completes an early-learning activity, families with programs featuring fluo-
developing and teaching classes for website, wmlnj.org, and click on earning prizes for every five blocks rescent minerals, gourmet salt, Bruce
Cardinal Tobin Enjoys Visit
students and adults, for many years. the “About Us” tab to see if their and for game board completion. Springsteen’s lyrics, music trivia and
Due to the hands-on nature of library is a MURAL participant. Children entering kindergarten telescopes to view the night sky. Teens
the craft class, registration is lim- To register for either or both pro- through fifth grade can set their own and adults can talk about what they are
To Union Catholic in May
ited. Registration currently is avail- grams, visit wmlnj.org and click reading goals and stop by the library reading at Bagels & Books, get artistic
able for Westfield resident on the Online Calendar, or call up to four times until Friday, August when they Make a Mosaic and create
cardholders and MURAL patrons. [phone], option 0. SCOTCH PLAINS — One of the Tobin will go down as one of the 31, to report their minutes and re- Jewelry Projects (age 18 and older).
“Female Spies of World War II” Westfield Memorial Library hours most historic and memorable mo- most memorable moments in ceive prizes. Upon reaching their read- Scotch Plains and Fanwood
will be presented by The Ladies of are 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday ments in Union Catholic history school history. ing goals they will get a certificate of cardholders are invited to pick up an
History. In this dramatic program, through Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to 5 took place when Joseph W. Cardi- “In the remarkable history of completion and a raffle ticket to enter Adult Summer Reading Book Bingo
Alisa Dupuy will play female spy p.m., Friday and Saturday, and 1 to 5 nal Tobin, C.Ss.R., D.D., the Arch- Union Catholic High School, there a drawing for prizes sponsored by the card. The summer reading program is
mistress Vera Atkins and present p.m. on Sunday until June 17. The bishop of Newark, celebrated the have been milestone events that Friends of the Scotch Plains Public free to Scotch Plains and Fanwood
the lives of other female spies who library will be closed on Sundays Ascension of the Lord Mass on the help define who we are, and today Library, Scoops, Scotch Plains Parks resident library cardholders and is
risked it all in World War II. The beginning June 24. The library also morning of May 10 in the Scotch we are adding this extraordinary and Recreation Department and funded by the Friends of the Scotch
women, who came from all walks will be closed tomorrow, Friday, June Plains high school’s gymnasium. occasion to that list,’’ she wrote in Branchburg Sports Complex. Plains Public Library. The library is
of life, stepped into these roles to 8, for a Staff Education day. It was the first time ever that a a statement. Special kids’ activities at the li- located at 1927 Bartle Avenue.
Author Adam Gidwitz Due Cardinal had visited Union Catholic. “Union Catholic has been shaped
During the very inspiring and by moments such as the laying of the
uplifting Mass, Cardinal Tobin cap- cornerstone in 1962, the first gradu-
At Scotch Plains Library tivated the room with his personal ating class in 1966, the merger of
touch and heartfelt stories as he Union Catholic Girls High School
made an immediate connection and Union Catholic Boys High School
SCOTCH PLAINS — The on a field trip, the intrepid Uchenna with everyone. in 1980, and the 50th anniversary of
Scotch Plains Public Devereaux befriends nervous Elliot After Mass, Cardinal Tobin was the school in 2012. Today, we are
Library has an- and the two join a se- taken on a tour of the school by blessed to celebrate a truly historic
nounced that bestsell- cret group of adven- Union Catholic Student Ambassa- event as we welcome Joseph W. Car-
ing and Newbery turers – The Unicorn dors and faculty members, which dinal Tobin, C.Ss.R., D.D., the Arch-
Honor-winning author Rescue Society – began with a Refugee Camp Simu- bishop of Newark,’’ she continued.
Adam Gidwitz will which protects and de- lation Activity in the gym entitled Cardinal Tobin was very impressed
visit the library tomor- fends the world’s “Walk A Mile In My Shoes.’’ with his visit to Union Catholic.
row, Friday, June 8, at mythical creatures. The presentation, under the di- “It’s always a joy to visit a school
3:30 p.m., to discuss Books will be avail- rection of moderators Elito Tanyag and to see the unique character of
his newest book se- able for purchase with and Katie Schmidt, featured mem- each one,’’ said Cardinal Tobin.
ries, “The Unicorn signing to follow. No bers of Union Catholic’s Students “Here, the multilingual welcome was
Rescue Society.” registration is required For Human Dignity. a first. The particular experience of
The first book, “The for this event; how- Principal Sister Percylee Hart, the JRC (Jesuit Refugee Camp) was
Creature of the ever, books will be RSM, said the visit by Cardinal a wonderful experience. I’ve been to
Pines,” which came sold and autographed a number of refugee camps, but I’ve
out this April, intro- on a first-come, first- St. James Club Plans never seen the experience broken
duces readers to Elliot served basis. For more down the way the students here did
Meisel Park Walk
Eisner on his first day Courtesy Lauren Mancia information, call (908) it. And the students who explained it
Adam Gidwitz
at a new school. While 322-5007, extension SPRINGFIELD — The Saint James did a great job.”
JUNE GARDEN...The Garden Club of Westfield has selected the garden of Drs.
no. 209; e-mail [email protected], the Apostle Church Nature and Hik-
Readers Can Make or visit the library’s Children’s ing Club will meet this Saturday, June Holy Trinity Seniors Susan and Jason Simon at 1019 Summit Avenue as its Garden of the Month for
June. Both gardeners, the Simons are assisted by their daughter, Sarah, and their
Room. For more information about 9, at 2 p.m., for a slow and easy
Notebooks at Library To Wind Up Season King Charles Spaniel, Mocha. Dr. Susan Simon’s brother sent her peonies and
other upcoming activities, visit the “Meander around Meisel Park.” irises from Iowa, which she propagated so that her garden now has a profusion of
SCOTCH PLAINS — The library website at scotlib.org. Participants will meet in the park- WESTFIELD — The Holy Trin- these flowers in a variety of brilliant colors. In addition, the Simons grow a
Scotch Plains Public Library will The Scotch Plains Public Library ing lot of Jonathan Dayton High ity Senior Social Club will hold its selection of roses, giant hostas, day lilies, oriental lilies, Solomon’s Seal, pulmonaria,
host an adult crafting workshop on is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, School, located at 139 Mountain Av- final meeting of the season and hydrangeas, mums and other perennials. There also is a cutting garden of
Friday, June 15, at 10 a.m., entitled one block from Park Avenue in the enue, Springfield. The walk will con- luncheon on Monday, June 11, at wildflowers. Nominations for Garden of the Month are welcome. To nominate
“‘The Great American Read’ Note- center of the township. tinue through the woods behind the 12:30 p.m. It will take place in the someone, contact Rosemary Shire at [email protected].
books.” school and around Meisel Park. Parish Center, located at 512
Single Jewish Friends Library Art Exhibit to Feature
Participants can use the library’s For more information, contact Bob Westfield Avenue, Westfield, adja-
bookbinding machine to make their Announce Luncheon or Joan Faszczewski either by phone cent to the Holy Trinity Roman
own notebook in which to record at [phone] up to 11 p.m. on Catholic Church. The club will Sandra Cerchio Students
their thoughts on the various “Great AREA — The Circle of Single Jew- Friday, June 8, or by e-mail at begin its 2018-2019 meetings on
American Read” titles. Space is ish Friends 50s-plus will hold a Meet [email protected]. September 10. SCOTCH PLAINS – This month, There will be an artists’ reception
limited; registration is required. and Eat Luncheon on Sunday, June The club thanks all those who the public is invited to the Scotch which the public is welcome to at-
For more information or to reg- 24, at noon. It will take place at Red Hypertension Clinic help throughout the year with pro- Plains Public Library to view the tend on Thursday, June 14, at 7 p.m.
ister, visit scotlib.org, e-mail Lobster, located at 635 Highway 1 viding desserts for meetings and work of Sandra Cerchio’s young Registration is not required for the
To Be Held Tuesday
[email protected], call (908) South and Gill Lane, Iselin. performing various other tasks, adult students. reception.
322-5007, extension no. 204, or The cost is the price of a meal off SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- among them Terry Poplasky for Working in a variety of media, The Scotch Plains Public Library
stop by the library Reference Desk. the menu and tip plus $3. To RSVP, ship nurse will be available at the contacting members to bring these the artists have created dozens of is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one
The Scotch Plains Public Library contact Roberta at [phone] or Scotch Plains Public Library for blood desserts; Phyllis Lisanti for setting works that will be on view in the block from Park Avenue, in the center
is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue. [email protected]. pressure checks on Tuesday, June 12, up and for decorations; Marie library gallery from June 14 to 22. of the township.
from 10 a.m. to noon. No registration Sadoski for conducting the 50/50
is required. There will be no screen- and custodian Tom Saba for al-
ings during July and August. ways being there to help. Westfield Pediatric
The Scotch Plains Public Library Additionally, the club thanks Fa-
is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one ther Alex Pinto for being its mod-
Dental Group
block from Park Avenue in the center erator and all who have donated to
of the township. the Food Pantry.
The fastest way to sell your
Car, Truck, or SUV!
We buy cars!
Instant CA$H today!
Car Concierge Service - we come to you to appraise
your vehicle and make you an instant offer.
WALK TO SAVE LIVES...Brett Bramble, whose family lives in Westfield,
Call, text or email to make an appointment
currently is on his second Walk Across America to raise awareness of the opioid
epidemic that has become prevalent nationwide. Mr. Bramble, who lost his sister
since 1984 • 908-463-8430
to an accidental overdose in 2014, will walk in Westfield this Saturday, June 9.
Pictured in North Philadelphia Sunday, from left to right, are: Brett, Emory
Gleeson, Cooper Gleeson, Traci Gleeson (holding the dog), Carolyn Robinson Email: [email protected] Dentistry for Infants, Children
(seated) and John “Stick” Azerolo. For more information on the walk, visit Mr.
Bramble’s website, http://brettbramblewalks.com/. Adolescents, and Special Needs
DUGHI, HEWIT & DOMALEWSKI
• New Patients Welcome
Criminal Defense Matters
• Laser Dentistry
State and Municipal Criminal Court
• In Office General Anesthesia
Motor Vehicle Tickets • DWI
Timothy P. McCabe, D.M.D.
Board Certified
Julie Jong, D.M.D.
Board Certified
Kelly Walk, D.D.S.
Board Certified
John Chang, D.D.S.
Call Brandon Minde, Former Prosecutor Board Certified
Mention this ad for a complimentary conference 908-232-1231
340 North Avenue, Cranford, NJ 555 Westfield Avenue, Westfield
[phone] • www.dughihewit.com www.kidsandsmiles.com