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^lilHtHiLet the: music play!

More than 400 music studentsfrom the Lawton C. Johnson MiddleSchool and Summit High Schoolwill perform at a music marathon onFriday from 3 to 10:30 p.m. at thehigh school, located at 125 KentPlace Blvd.

Candidates' Nightscheduled

The Mountainside Board of Edu-cation will have a Candidates' Nighton Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the Bor-ough Hall Courtroom. 1385 Route22.

Oid Guard to meetDr. Lauren S. Koniaris will

speak about "The Digital Hospital;How Computing and TechnologyAffects the Practice of MedicineToday" at Tuesday's meeting of theSummit Old Guard at the NewProvidence Municipal Center, 360Elkwood Ave. A coffee hour willbegin at 9:15 a.m.. followed by ashort business meeting at 10 a.m.

For more information, call EarlGilkey at 908-464-2480 or visitwww.sumrnitoldguard.homestead.com.

Mangia at the highschool's pasta dinner!

The Project Graduation Commit-tee of Governor Livingston HighSchool is sponsoring a pasta dinneron March 24 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. inthe high school cafeteria.

Proceeds will help fund the sen-ior class' all-night drug- and alco-hol-free graduation celebration in

June.The cost is $7 for adults and $5

for. senior citizens .and childrenyounger than the age of 12.

Tickets may be purchased at thedoo, or reservations can be arrangedby calling 908-771-0186.

Tricky Tray ticketsnow on safe

Tickets are now on sale for the12th annual Our Lady of PeaceTricky Tray on March 24 at 6:15p.m. at L'Affaire, Route 22 east,Mountainside.

More than 200 baskets will beraffled off during the evening. Thegrand prize is a $1,200 shoppingspree.

Event tickets are available at OurLady of Peace School, 99 South St.,New Providence.

For more information, call 908-464-8657.

AARPtomeetThe Summit AARP will meet on

March 27 at 10 a.m. at St. John'sLutheran Church, 587 SpringfieldAve., Summit. A coffee social willbegin at 9:45 a.m.

Julie Reich of SAGE Eldercarewill speak on preventing falls.

For more information, call Her-man at 908-273-1962.

You can bet that MonteCarlo Might Is coining!

Our Lady of Lourdes Church,300 Centra! Ave., Mountainside,will host "Monte Carlo Night" onApril 1 af 7 p.m.

Admission is $45, whichincludes $30 in gaming chips, horsd'oeuvres, beer and wine.

Tickets jnay be purchased at thechurch rectory or by calling DonnaPerez Santella at 908-233-4272,Eve Vitale at 908-789-8568 or PatDebbie at 908 -654-5388.

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Officials continue to prepar (?

By Joan M. DevlinStaff Writer

SUMMIT — A closed meetingbetween representatives of the UnionCounty Freeholders, officials from theM&E Railroad and several city offi-cials took place March 7 at City Hall.

Mayor Jordan Glatt, one of the par-ticipants, mentioned it briefly at thatevening's Common Council meeting.

"It was a meeting to set up meetingson the impact of the M&E train com-ing through Summit — if it does,"Glatt said.

The president of the East SummitAssociation, and also the president ofthe "Stop the Train" group, Bob Shee-han also attended.

"This is a paradox," he said, "andwe will still do everything we can toprevent this train from coming throughSummit. But we must also be preparedif that battle is lost, so we agreed to themeetings."

So far, the advocates for the trainadmit their funding is questionable andall parties in Summit are pleased aboutthis.

"Bob Sheehan is trying to make outthe time frame and when they will bepresenting plans for the trains to ourcommunity," Glatt said.

At the council meeting, Glatt indi-

cated they agreed a future meetingwould include Sheehan walking thesites where the tracks would runthrough Summit with railroad repre-sentatives, and talking to people wholive and work near those sites.

Sheehan elaborated about the initialprivate meeting.

"Attending were Council PresidentFrank Macioce, of course Mayor Glatt,City Administrator Chris Cotter and,on their side, there was an attorney,Rich Guidetta, Ron Weeney fromM&E and also with me was JoAnnDillon from Kenilworth and StewartWeiss from Edison."

"The purpose of this meeting was tolisten to their position," Sheehan said."Rich gave it and said that the train isa reality and we could see it by the lat-ter part of next year."

They also discussed money. Rail-road officials strongly believe they willbe able to get the necessary funding,although the money being used nowwill run out in June, Sheehan said.

"They have not stopped working,but they have slowed down because ofthe lack of funding," he said.

Sheehan said, "The reason I hadto go and hear their perspectivewas to protect the interests of mypeople in East Summit, for safety,

Photo By Barbara Kokkniis

Summit officials are preparing for the possibility that these currently dormant railroad tracksin the city near the Springfield border might one day be renovated and reactivated.

just in case it does come through."I wanted to make sure that I iden-

tified all of the potential safety prob-lems and some engineering problemsthat would exist," Sheehan contin-

ued. "That is why I volunteered to'take them for a walk,' and Richwanted to come. He will set up thedate for this and 1 suggested he bringan engineer along."

Sheehan said they would be seeingconditions they had not seen as yet,such as going through Springfield,where everything is elevated over the

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SA picture is worth.a thousand words"

Photo By Sean Havey

John Foy reviews some of the artwork on display at the Mountainside Library's firstArtists'Showcase on March 5. See Page 4 for an additional photo.

Fire Department marks100th anniversary

By Tracy A. PolitowiczManaging Editor

SPRINGFIELD — On Feb. 3,1906, the residents of Springfieldpassed a resolution to incorporate theSpringfield Volunteer Fire Depart-ment, Company No. 1. A couple ofweeks ago, on Feb. 28, the TownshipCommittee presented a proclamationmarking the 100th anniversary of thetownship's Fire Department.

"I commend the Fire Departmentfor 100 years of service to the commu-nity. They have saved many lives, andhelped businesses and residents. Theydon't have an easy job and their effortsare greatly appreciated," said MayorClara Harelik.

A century ago, 35 charter memberswere based out of the original fire-house located at 295 Morris Ave.David Jeakens served as the depart-ment's first chief until 1909.

One of the charter members wasthe uncle of retired Capt. WarrenRuban, who, at 93, holds the distinc-tion of being the oldest living volun-teer. Ruban was active in the depart-ment for more than 50 years, beforeretiring in 1993.

The first paid firefighters joinedthe department in 1929. Two years

later, Charles Pinkava became the firstpaid career fire chief. Springfield nowhas a unique situation in that its firedepartment consists of both career andvolunteer firefighters.

Originally, the department wasunder the control of a Board of FireCommission. In 1938, the townshipassumed this responsibility. Thus, thedepartment now reports to the Town-ship Committee.

In 1921, the firehouse was relocat-ed to Caldwell Place at the rear of theTown Hall. The new modem firehouseon Mountain Avenue was dedicated inFebruary 2004. A tarot card readernow occupies the structure that housedthe original firehouse.

The department now consists ofChief Donald Schwerdt; Deputy ChiefWayne Masiello; captains James San-ford, Kenneth Rau and John Pyar; pro-visional captain Carlo Palumbo; 19career firefighters; and 17 volunteers.

Schwerdt said, "We look forward toserving the community to the best ofour ability, to keep it fire-safe. We invitethe community to visit us anytime."

Managing Editor Tracy A. Politow-icz can be reached at 908-686-771)0,ext. 115, or theobsen>[email protected].

BOE continuesbudget review

By Joan M. DevlinStaff Writer

MOUNTAINSIDE — The secondphase of the Mountainside SchoolDistrict's 2006-07 budget was intro-duced in a slide presentation Tuesdaynight at the Board of Education meet-ing. '

Chief School AdministratorRichard O'Malley introduced Busi-ness Administrator Roderic McLaugh-lin.

"As Dr. O'Malley indicated, this isphase two and is in itself an educa-tional plan," McLaughlin said. Hebegan with slides of salaries, with totalincreases of $351,000, which onlyincluded one additional staff member,hired to cover the anticipated increasein new kindergarten students.

Increases were also evident in theslide titled "Health Benefits," whichcomprised $1.4 million, anticipatingbenefits of $288,000, plus an addition-al SI 1,000 for dental coverage. Otherbenefits were also listed. He noted that105 personnel were eligible.

McLaughlin indicated a large por-tion of the budget goes to Berkeley

Heights for Governor Livingston HighSchool, where Mountainside sends280 students, an increase of seven."The net increase is $155,000 in reim-bursement," he said.

O'Malley said this was just an esti-mate because final figures don't comein until June, when it is adjusted.O'Malley noted the district has a$673,000 credit due from BerkeleyHeights.

Board. of Education member PatRnodel rhetorically asked, "Why can'tthey get their numbers right and payus correctly?"

McLaughlin noted that special edu-cation was also a major component,"The proposed budget provides for 17students in out-of-district facilities,"he said. "The current budget this yearwas underfunded and provided foronly 10 of the students. This year, theshort fall is $515,000." |

To no one's surprise, elecmcityrates and natural gas prices have risen,producing an increase of $200,000.Even the slide on plant and mainte-nance repairs indicated an increase of

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Council adopts Code of ConductFormalizes document to be signed by council members

.By Joan M. Devlin •Staff Writer

SUMMIT — A rather unusual document, called the"City of Summit, Common Council Code of Conduct," wasread by Councilman Andrew Lark at the March 7 CommonCouncil meeting.

It listed 10 items that put into writing what is expectedfrom all present and future elected council members.

The document is written in the first person and is notunlike the pledges all members make in their swearing-inceremonies, according to City Administrator Chris Cotter.

"Most is common sense, but the document puts every-thing in writing and states for the public that this is the kindof behavior that the government expects from CommonCouncil members, who actually run the city's governmentbody, and will keep in front of them and they will all signit," said Cotter. "Some have already signed it in their oathof office and it makes all their actions taken in a transpar-ent way," he added.

For example, No. 1 reads, "I will uphold all laws, rulesand regulations of the state of New Jersey, city of Summit,and the charter of the city of Summit, and the rules of theCommon Council."

The code shows a cohesiveness, in that it specifies thatthe person signing it recognizes all effective authority-resides in the council as a whole body and that "no person-

al action action will be taken without permission from thewhole council."

It promises that all matters pertaining to the city will beheld confidential, "which, if disclosed, would be likely toinjure individuals, groups or the city."

It promises support of all city staff members in the per-formance of their duties.

Finally, No. 10 reads, "1 will refer all complaints to thecity administrator or, as the case may be, to the chief ofpolice, and will act on complaints only after failure ofadministrative solutions."

When Lark finished reading it, he indicated he support-ed it wholeheartedly and said, "I think we should go aheadwith it, tonight."

Council President Frank Macioce agreed, saying, "It isan excellent document."

The only slight objection came from Councilman TomGetzendanner, who said he felt it was a waste of their ener-gy because he was sure they all adhered to it anyway. Buthe voted "yes" when the tally on adopting the Code of Con-duct was taken.

The vote was unanimous, and became part of Summit'slaw. Copies of the Code of Conduct in its entirety may beobtained from City Hall.

Staff Writer Joan M. Devlin can be reached at 908-686-7700, ext. 123, [email protected].

Summit wants to be ready for railroad(Continued From Page 1)

road instead of being just grade crossings.These engineering points will run up the cost because the

railroad bed is so old, with a main gate embankment.Sheehan, who has researched this carefully, said that, for

example, at Ashwood Court and Russell Place, the right ofway is too narrow.

"The other thing is that there the embankment has start-ed to crumble," he said. "They have not seen how close allthis construction would be to the houses. I am going to showthem how close it is and the safety factors involved. Theremay even be one house that has to be torn down."

Sheehan said he would like to include a couple of EastSummit residents on his and Guidetta's walk along the rail-road tracks. When this will happen depends on the countyand railroad people getting back to Sheehan, although he is

certain they will do so.Cotter said, "The meeting was amiable, and while the

city continues to fight against the reactivation of this train,the government has accepted that we must be prepared if thetrain is restored."

Glatt said, "The community meetings will begin afterthis walk takes place. And before that, there will be an EastSummit Association meeting with the people who aredirectly impacted along the train route. Then I will call ageneral community meeting."

Macioce agreed on all of these meetings and, althoughagainst the coming of the train, also felt the city should notbe "caught short."

"Of course, the best cure overall would be if the traindoes not come through," Sheehan concluded.

Staff Writer Joan M. Devlin can be reached at 908-686-7700, ext.123, or [email protected].

Borough discusses part two of budget(Continued From Page 1)

$12,362. Transportation costs showed$563,000 budgeted, which was a$38,000 increase, due to courtesy bus-ing and other items.

Somewhat considered to be "goodnews," the dissolution funds put thebudget once again in the black. Butthere was apprehension by O'Malleyand McLaughlin because the fundswill soon be used up.

"During four years, from 2002 to

2006, at this point in time, the gover-nor has not made his state aid figures,"said O'Malley. "Cutbacks will bemade to all municipalities and Moun-tainside can be dramatically hurt bythis."

The bottom line is that a homeown-er 's taxes this year will be reduced by$196, on average. This is due to thedissolution funds.

Board of Education President JohnPerrin put it succinctly: "Our budget isrelying on dissolution funds, which I

remind you, will expire in October of2009."

O'Malley agreed. "Yes, that pieceof pie goes away and it is scary. Wewill need to come up with $3.6 millionin revenue. How are we going toobtain that piece of the pie?" he asked,but no one had an answer to his ques-tion.

Staff Writer Joan M. Devlin can bereached at 908-686-7700, ext. 123, [email protected].

COMMUNITY CALENDARThe Community Calendar is prepared by The Observer to inform res-

idents of various community activities and government meetings. Tomail a schedule, send it to The Observer, Attn: Managing Editor, P.O.Box 3109, Union 07083.

Friday• More than 400 music students from the Lawton C. Johnson Middle

School and Summit High School will perform at a music marathon from 3 toi0:30 p.m. at the high school located at 125 Kent Place Blvd.

Saturday• The Mountainside Recreation Department will again offer its popular

digital camera class, "In a Snap." Learn how to upload digital photos to thecomputer, create folders and save photos, and attach photos to e-mails to sharewith family and friends.

"In a Snap" will be offered from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the Learning Center atBorough Hall.

For more information, call 908-232-0015.• The Christian Science Reading Room will host its monthly Bible and

spirituality discussion group at 11 a.m.The topic will be "Healing — how do we find it?" All are welcome.The Reading Room is located at 340 Springfield Ave., Summit.• The Mountainside Recreation Department will sponsor "Dining With

Dazzle," a one-session class, from noon to 2 p.m.Treat your children to lunch at Charlie Brown's Steakhouse in Union while

they are taught proper dining behavior by etiquette consultant Kerrin Malat-esta.

For more information, call 908-232-0015.Monday

• The Mountainside Public Library Board of Trustees will meet in thelibrary's meeting room at 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday• Dr. Lauren S. Koniaris will speak about "The Digital Hospital: How

Computing and Technology Affects the Practice of Medicine Today" at themeeting of the Summit Old Guard at the New Providence Municipal Center,360 Elkwood Ave. A coffee hour will begin at 9:15 a.m., followed by a shortbusiness meeting at 10 a.m.

For more information, call Earl Gilkey at 908-464-2480 or visit www.sum-mitoldguard.homestead.com.

• The Summit Common Council will meet at 8 p.m. in Council Chambersat City Hall, 512 Springfield Ave.

• The Mountainside Borough Council will meet at 8 p.m. in Borough Hall,1385 Route 22.

Wednesday• Temple Beth Ahm, 60 Temple Drive in Springfield, will host a discussion

called "Another Choice: why a conservative temple might be right for yourfamily" at 6:30 p.m.

This meeting is open to the public.For more information, call 973-376-0539, ext. 13.• The Mountainside Board of Education will have a Candidates' Night at

7 p.m. in the Borough Hall Courtroom, 1385 Route 22.March 23

• Springfield Township Committeeman Mark Hurwilz will speak on thetopic, "Beyond Hyam Solomon: Fighting Jews of the American Revolution,"at Springfield Hadassah's meeting at 12:30 p.m. at the Springfield PublicLibrary.

Hurwitz will explore the myth and the man who was Hyam Solomon, themost recognized Jewish patriot of the Revolutionary War. However, Solomonhas stolen the spotlight from dozens of other Jews who fought and died in thefront lines of battle.

For more information, call Iris Segal, Springfield Hadassah president, at973-376-0516.

• The Alzheimer's Association's Greater New Jersey Chapter will have acaregiver support group at 7 p.m. at Overlook Hospital, 99 Beauvoir Ave. atSylvan Road, Summit.

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When is a rose, not a rose?Mountainside

On March 9, an Outlook Drive res-ident reported that a stranger hadknocked on her door and attempted todeliver a rose to her. Police laterretrieved the rose and tagged it as evi-dence.

• On March 12, Curtis Hill, 39, ofIrvington, was arrested for drivingwhile intoxicated and eluding policein a motor vehicle after officers pulledhim over on Route 22 east.

• On March 10, James Lobello, 21,of Roselle Park, was arrested at theEcho Queen Diner and charged withdisorderly conduct and criminal mis-chief after overturning .a table andbreaking glassware.

• On March 9, Eric Hendricks, 24,of Railway, was arrested for an out-standing warrant out of Mountainside.

• On March 8, Steven Mclntyre,21, of Elizabeth, was arrested at policeheadquarters for an outstanding war-rant out of Mountainside.

• On March 6, Stephanie A. Fair-fax, 27, of Linden, was arrested onRoute 22 east near the Springfield linefor driving while suspended and sev-eral outstanding warrants.

• On March 4, a resident of Deer-field Court reported he had been a vic-tim of identity theft. He indicated thathe had been contacted by MBNA Bankon March 1 and advised that someoneattempted to open a $25,000 line ofcredit with his personal information.

SpringfieldOn Monday, Tracy Carmichael, 42,

of New York City, was arrested byPort Authority police for an outstand-ing warrant out of Springfield.

• On Monday, a Meisel Avenue res-ident reported $4,000 dollars in cashstolen from their home.

• On Sunday, a Morris Avenue res-ident reported damage to their lawn,shrubbery and concrete garden wall byan unknown vehicle that apparentlyskidded off the roadway and onto theirproperty.

• On Saturday, Jacques Therlonge,22, of Irvington, was arrested for anoutstanding warrant out of Springfield1

after being stopped for having no frontlicense plate.

• On Friday, Joseph Kaipinski, 41,of Newark, was arrested in EssexCounty for an outstanding warrant outof Springfield.

• On March 9, Darryl Barr, 36, ofNewark, was arrested in Essex Countyfor an outstanding warrant out ofSpringfield.

• On March 8, a Chatham residentreported his vehicle had been burglar-ized while he was inside Scotty's onMorris Avenue. Missing are a blackleather men's jacket, a black feather-collared women's jacket, and two sets

of keys containing approximately 30keys.

• On March 3, Rudolph KirsteuerHI, 40, of Paterson, was arrested for anoutstanding warrant out of Spring-field.

SummitOn Saturday at 12:33 a.m., Richard

A. Whitous, 22, of Morristown, wasarrested at Route 24 east and BroadStreet for driving while suspended,speeding, possession of less than 50grams of marijuana and contempt ofcourt.

• On Saturday at 11:18 p.m., therewas report of the theft of a purse froma Union Place restaurant. The contentsof the purse included a wallet with$250 cash and credit cards, a makeupbag and makeup valued at $300, iden-tification and keys.

• On March 9 at 10:16 p.m., Bri-anne Farry, 24, of Short Hills, wasarrested for driving with a suspendedlicense and failure to observe a signal.

• On March 9 at 10:47 a.m., SofiaM. Amaro, 34, of Kearny, was arrest-ed at River Road and Morris Avenuefor failure to inspect, driving with asuspended license, suspended registra-tion, uninsured motor vehicle and con-tempt of court.

• On March 9 at 7:48 p.m., PaulPatrick Peronard, 31, of Springfield,was arrested at the Broad Street TierGarage for possession of drug para-phernalia.

Towns send aid to Union blazeMountainside

On Friday at 9:06 p.m., firefightersresponded to a Union County MutualAid call to provide cover at UnionTownship's fire headquarters.

• On Saturday at 3:46 p.m., fire-fighters responded to a report of amotor vehicle accident at the intersec-tion of Summit Road and High PointDrive.

• On March 9 at 7:49 a.m., fire-fighters responded to an activatedCentral Station fire alarm in a healthcare facility on Spruce Drive. Aninvestigation determined a contractorrepairing the fire alarm system acci-dentally activated the fire alarm.

• On March 7 at 2:33 a.m., fire-fighters responded to an activated firealarm in a public storage facility locat-ed on Route 22 west. An investigationdetermined the alarm company con-tractor repairing the fire alarm systemaccidentally activated the fire alarm.

SpringfieldOn Friday at 9:57 p.m., firefighters

sent a pumper to the scene of a fire inUnion Township on a request from

Union County Mutual Aid.• On Saturday at 9:17 a.m., fire-

fighters responded to a South Spring-field Avenue business for a brokenwater pipe.

• On Saturday at 10:07 a.m., fire-fighters responded to a HighpointDrive residence for an activated car-bon monoxide detector.

• On Saturday at 8:05 p.m., fire-fighters responded to a ChimneyRidge residence for an activated firealarm.

• On Friday at 8:59 a.m., firefight-ers responded to a location on Route22 east for a motor vehicle accidentwith a spill.

• On March 9 at 3:24 p.m., fire-fighters responded to a Cypress Ter-race residence for a lockout.

• On March 7 at 2:55 p.m., fire-,fighters responded to Skylark Roadfor a car fire.

• On March 6 at 7:23 a.m., fire-fighters responded to a Franklin Place

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City resident indicted for arsonBy Joan M. Devlin

Staff WriterSUMMIT — Glen Walters, 42, of Mountain Avenue,

Summit, was arrested and subsequently indicted by a grandjury on charges of vehicular arson and related fraud andtheft charges, it was announced by Assistant Essex CountyProsecutor Mike Morris.

A Newark businessman who owns a wholesale food dis-tributorship, Walters is charged with second-degree aggra-vated arson and conspiracy to commit aggravated arson,second-degree insurance fraud, and third-degree attemptedtheft by deception, for his alleged involvement in thedestruction of his leased 2002 Jaguar X-type, according tothe indictment.

He allegedly staged the theft of his car and arranged itsdestruction for the purpose of defrauding his vehicle insur-

er. Walters reported the Jaguar stolen in Newark on Nov. 20,2004. It was found two days later by Port Authority Police,burned on Front Street in Elizabeth near the railroad tracks.Walters filed an insurance claim for the loss of the vehicle.

"The second degree crimes of arson and fraud carry apossible prison term of from five to 10 years if he is con-victed," said Morris.

Morris is with the Arson Unit of the Essex County pros-ecutor's unit.

"Walters will appear before a judge in Newark Countycourthouse for arraignment on March 27. The defendant ispresumed innocent unless or until he pleads guilty or isfound guilty by the court of law," cautioned Morris.

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Parents: bewareAlong with Dubai-managed terminals and the return of

"The Sopranos," Internet safety is among the most dis-cussed topics these days. Jonathan Dayton High School inSpringfield recently hosted an Internet safety program faytwo state police representatives, Detective Sgt. First ClassKeith Halton of the Cyber Crimes Unit and DetectiveKatherine Klemp of the Digital Technology InvestigationUnit.

Parents generally assume their children are safe at home,but with the assistance of the Internet, children at home andwherever else they have access to an online computer aremore susceptible than ever to sexual predators andpedophiles.

One of the Web sites allegedly used by sex offenders tocontact children is MySpace.com, a social networking sitethat has quickly grown to include millions of members, manyof whom are younger than the age of 16. Though this site wasdesigned for adult use, there are no security measures restrict-ing membership to adults. On it, members post profiles ofthemselves, including personal information and photos.

At the program on March 1, the detectives stated that,during the rebellious, insecure teen years, children use theInternet as an outlet to vent their troubles and feelings, oftenexposing themselves physically, emotionally and even giv-ing away their location to anyone who has access to theInternet. Even if efforts are made to mask personal details,pedophiles have been known to figure out a child's locationover a period of time, during which they are speaking to thechild online and slowly gaining their trust.

A local girl, 14-year-old Judy Cajuste of Roselle, wasmurdered in January. Her friends believe her death was con-nected to her use ofMySpace.com, although this theory hasnot yet been proven by authorities.

Experts offer a few tips for parents to help them protecttheir children from online dangers. Talk with your kids todetermine which Web sites they visit. Warn them about talk-ing to Internet strangers —just as you would warn themabout talking to strangers in then: everyday lives. Keep yourcomputer at home in a common, open area, such as a fami-ly room, to better monitor your children's online activities.

As all those who defend the values of free speech, wedon't believe in closing Web sites such as MySpace.com.Rather, we hope to inform parents about what may be anunknown technology.

The Internet has clearly made the world a much smallerplace, at times bringing dangers closer to home. With care-ful attention and open communication, parents and theirchildren can develop a more responsible and, hopefully,safer use of the Internet.

Let the sun shineThis week marks the second annual celebration of Sun-

shine Week — a venture spearheaded by the American Soci-ety of Newspaper Editors, the American Library Associationand scores of other groups insistent that government mustnot keep citizens in the dark.

For four decades, the federal Freedom of Information Acthas worked wonders to uncover government stealth, revealmisuse of tax dollars and highlight public-health dangers.

Here in New Jersey, we also treasure the 31-year-oldOpen Public Meetings Act and the more recent Open PublicRecords Act.

These laws have reminded generations of governmentofficials that they're under public watch — thus keepingmany from succumbing to unsavory temptation. But thelaws need to be brought up to date.

Twin bills in the state Senate and Assembly—All62 andS1219 —would bring these state sunshine laws into the 21stcentury, where they belong. One aspect of the bill wouldrequire public bodies to maintain Web sites with compre-hensive information. If county employees can communicatevia Blackberry, and boards of education can provide middleschool students with laptop computers — all at taxpayerexpense—these same bodies should also be able to provideagendas, minutes and responses to OPRA requests online.

It is said that President Lyndon Johnson had to bedragged kicking and screaming to sign the Freedom ofInformation Act. We call on our hesitant state lawmakers tofollow LB J's example and bring sunshine laws in step withthe modern world.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOREmployees must help pay for benefitsTo the Editor:

For several weeks, the Springfield Township Committee and the SpringfieldBoard of Education have been working on their new budgets to be presented tothe public in March and April.

It is well publicized that the New Jersey state government and the UnionCounty government, which normally have given generous grants and other fund-ing to municipalities, now anticipate gigantic cuts in order to balance their budg-ets. Consequently, the towns and school boards will have to cut spending or lookelsewhere for revenues.

It has been mentioned at public meetings of the Township Committee and theBoard of Education that substantial savings to the taxpayers would be possibleif their employees could contribute a portion of their salaries to pay for the rap-idly escalating health benefits. Many businesses, such as General Motors, FordMotor Co., AT&T, Merck and Schering-Plough, have their employees contributeto their health benefit programs. Thus far, this has not happened with the Spring-field Township Committee or the Board of Education.

Furthermore, the Springfield Township Committee also pays health benefitsfor part-time workers. To the best of my knowledge, the average annual amountfor each employee's health benefits on the town's payroll is approximately$8,000. The town might be able to eliminate it since the Board of Education doesnot give health benefits to part-time employees.

At a time when all departments and agencies on the federal, state, county andmunicipal governmental levels are preparing for cuts in their budgets, theSpringfield Township Committee is now considering a proposal to give incen-tive bonuses or extra pay to municipal employees. Township employees alreadyreceive longevity pay, which is a percentage of their annual salary based on thenumber of years of their employment.

You must speak now by contacting these elected officials and attending pub-lic meetings, or see your property taxes skyrocket! This is a real monetary prob-lem for senior citizens and those living on fixed incomes, as well as for familieswith the ever pressing needs of growing children. •

Hazel HardgroveSpringfield

Laughter is indeed the best medicineOn March 4,1 hosted the fifth annual Comedy Show to benefit the Weldon

F.O.P. Research Fund. FOP, or Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, is a rareand incurable disease afflicting 13-year-old Whitney Weldon and 13 other chil-dren in New Jersey.

Thanks to the kindness of many people, the event was again a huge success.In attendance were Mountain Lakes resident Amanda Cali, chairman of theInternational Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva Association; past IFOPAboard member Jennifer Snow from California; board members Lori Henrotayfrom Missouri, Don Brister from Idaho, Holly Pullano from Connecticut, andJen Licht from Scarsdale, N.Y.; and dedicated volunteer Sue Salberg from Ten-nessee. It was great to meet them and extremely rewarding that they experiencedfirst hand the love and compassion of so many people, all coming together forthe purpose of helping the research efforts for this horrific disease. A specialthanks goes to Tony Barbera, IFOPA board member and FOP advocate.

I must once again thank my friends Sue Boyle, Nick Burdi, John Cataldo, JimDebbie, Nancy Kinney, Bob Messier, Kerry Mooney, Heather Murphy, Janet andJohn Skinner and Phil Spinelli, who always help sell tickets and who are respon-sible for this event being sold out.

Each year, I make a Humanitarian Award presentation to people who havetaken those extra steps to help further FOP awareness. One of this year's hon-orees was Mountainside Councilman Robert Messier.

At the end of the show, we presented a $25,000 check to support one of themedical clinics at the IFOPA fourth annual International Symposium being slat-ed for the autumn of 2007.

In closing, I need to thank the countless amount of people who sent dona-tions. Thank you, from my heart and from the children afflicted with FOP andtheir families.

Gary W. WhyteMountainside

We must shrink local governmentTo the Editor:

Soon it will be time to vote on budgets. If it's done piecemeal —- schools inone session, municipality in another and county last of all — the taxpayer isdefenseless.

Fortunately, we just developed an "estimator" that adds up the pieces aheadof time. Based on bottoms-up requests, the average homeowner in Summit willpay $12,600, or 714 percent more than last year, the same unbroken trajectorywe've been on since 2000.

However, we can exercise tops-down judgment, make tradeoff decisions andmanage our portfolio by selling something old to make room for the new. Thisdoes require a strategic review of our repertoire, starting with Summit's articlesof incorporation, to see what services are mandated by charter, which ones aremerely customary for towns our size, and what is purely discretionary.

Here is a possible categorization, which would have to be validated by theFinance Committee. Mandatory positions and services would include the citymanager, town clerk, CFO/treasurer, tax assesspr, code enforcement, engineer-ing, sewers, municipal court, public health and Education. Customary positions

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and services would include legal retainers, DCS head, public works, roadsdepartment, garbage sanitation, fire department, police, library and housingauthority. Discretionary positions and services would include parks, dump, truckrepair depot, parking utility, youth services and recreation.

The idea is to see where manpower and capital resources are deployed, andexamine our options.

Property taxes affect everybody, whereas user fees are paid only by directcustomers. This is why it makes sense to turn at least one whole line of serviceover to the private sector, especially now that local taxes are no longer fullydeductible on your federal 1040 form — because of the AMT minimum taxcode.

I don't think Gov. Jon Corzine can fix Summit's expensiveness. Nor shouldwe rely on demographics like Summit's birth rate or housing stock turnover totame our school system.

The imperative for structural change is unavoidable. The sum-of-the-pieceshas grown beyond what senior citizens and young working class families canafford. Debt service is about to consume 15 percent of our budget, not to men-tion a $700,000 unfunded pension liability coming due in next two years.

To preserve the diversity of our citizens, we must shrink the scope of localgovernment.

Tom GetzendannerSummit Councilman

Freeholders leave questions unansweredTo the Editor:

Recently, I heard of a Union County resident who made a request of the free-holders for financial reports for 2005 and the 2006 county budget. What hereceived back were instructions to file an OPRA form and a two-page disserta-tion, obviously prepared by the county information department, blaming every-one and his cousin, except the freeholders, for escalating county taxes. Therewas also a glowing but wordy report of what they were doing to address thebudget, including a hiring freeze, program cuts, installing vending machines andincreasing fees to use certain county facilities.

However, many questions remain unanswered such as: Why is the budget$413 million dollars? Why do they expect to spend $1.13 million dollars a day?Why has the county tax levee increased an average of 10 percent per year for thelast five years? Why did they vote themselves a 5.3 percent raise, but are sug-gesting layoffs of non-political appointee workers? Why did the county manag-er get a vehicle with higher gas consumption than the one he had? Why do somany county employees still have use of county vehicles 24 hours a day, alongwith free gas? Why is Union County $38 million in debt? Why is there morethan $10 million in the proposed budget for overtime costs? How are they goingto control operating costs at Runnells Hospital, which is again running in thered? Why won't they oppose additional taxpayer funding of the freight line run-ning through the county? Why have only eight out of 19 state recommendationsfor repairs at the Juvenile Detention Center been completed after a year? Whyhave three of Union County's young adults died of medical neglect in two andhalf years at our county correctional facilities? Why has the county faced somany lawsuits by employees? Why have numerous suits been settled with tax-payer dollars, and why didn't insurance cover these settlements? Why does itseem that we have to build something on all Open Space acquisitions? Why areOpen Space dollars used for questionable brick and mortar projects? Why is itthat taxpayer funded mass mailings containing updates of county governmentactivities always come out just prior to the primary and general elections? Whydo these mailings, paid for with tax dollars, feature the incumbents who are run-ning for re-election? Why is it that during the public comment section of free-holder meetings, itis frowned upon to ask questions? Why does the countycounsel's office say that OPRA requests are not intended to get answers to ques-tions? Why is it so hard to get a question answered? Why is it that the agendasfor freeholder meetings are not available to the public until minutes or secondsbefore the meeting starts? Why is it that if a resident asks to view the countycheck register, they are only shown one when two actually exist? Why does thecounty pay a monthly retainer to a marketing firm and not have a marketing planavailable for public inspection? Why do three state legislators appear on thecounty payroll as full-time county employees? And when are the freeholdersgoing to take a serious position on pay-to-play in Union County?

There are so many questions and too few answers forthcoming from a boardthat holds no one responsible or accountable for their actions, least of all them-selves.

Patricia QuattrocchiGarwood

Thanks for helping to clean the fieldsTo the Editor.

The board members of Mountainside Youth Baseball would like to thank the >numerous volunteers who dedicated their time to ready the ballfields for the'upcoming season. On Saturday, approximately 70 volunteers, parents, ballplay-ers and friends of Mountainside Youth Baseball participated in this annual FieldCleanup Day.

This year, more than ever, there was a tremendous amount of work due to therestructuring of the league.

A heart-felt thanks on behalf of the children who will benefit from your hardwork and commitment to Mountainside Youth Baseball.

Cris Messier, publicity chairpersonMountainside Youth Baseball

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When life gets rough, keep smilingA couple of days ago, a guest

speaker, Dr. Michael Fowlin, came tomy school. Dr. Mikey, as he had uscall him, is a motivational speakerwho presents small skits about anti-racism, anti-bullying, and many othersemi-progressive, semi-pacifist ideas.During his visit to Oratory, Dr. Mikeytold many stories, though one storystood out and I believe really touchedthe students.

The story goes: A man jumped offa bridge to commit suicide. After hedied, his physiotherapist went into hisapartment. There she found a note thatread, "Today I am going to the bridge.If one person smiles at me on the waythere, I will not jump." Amazingly, outof all the people that passed him on theway to the bridge that morning, notone single person smiled at him. Notone person. Can you believe that?

When I heard that, I was dismayed,completely alarmed. I could notbelieve that people are so ignorant andso consumed with their lives they can-not even smile at another person. Imean, I may not smile all the time, but

Drew'sViewsBy Drew Mika

at least once a day I try flash someonea smile. It helps people feel better.Unfortunately though, where smilesmatter, they're usually not found.

Have you ever had someone smileat you? Whether it be someone youknow or a complete stranger, whenthey smile at you, no matter whatyou're doing, it always feels good.You get a warm feeling inside, thatsomeone cares for you, and that'salways a nice feeling.

A smile is a gesture of happiness,appreciation, or hello. For instance,when you see a pretty girl or a hand-some boy, you never scowl at them,you always smile. Whenever some-thing makes you happy, you smilebecause you appreciate it.

No matter what language youspeak, smiling is an international ges-

ture of love. Smiling takes almost noeffort! If you're reading this, you arealive, not dead, therefore, you havesomething to be happy about, some-thing to smile about. No matter howbad life gets, how miserable thingsmay seem, how torn and how sad lifecan get, there will and always will bea bright side. You're alive and thingscan and generally will get better.

I know life can get pretty ugly attimes, and things may look bleak, butthat's the beauty of life. It can alwaysget better. In fact no matter how goodit gets, it can still get better. It's justnever ending.

So, I challenge you to flash onesmile a day to at least one person foran entire year and see what it can dofor you. See what it can do for theworld!

Therefore, ladies and gentlemen, asthe famous Sir Paul McCartney oncesaid, "Smile Away." :

Drew Mika is a student at OratoryPrep in Summit.

Why wait? Procrastinating isn't badDid you ever make a promise to do

something when you "got around to it?"I usually say that when I am asked

to do something I don't really want todo. but, for whatever reason, am notcomfortable with saying "no," when itwas a request from someone else.

"I'm sorry, but I haven't got aroundto it yet" implies you intend to dowhatever is asked of you, but are justtoo busy at the time.

Throughout the years, that phrasehas gotten me out of many undesirablesituations, like going to a Garth Brooksconcert. I never "got around to" order-ing the tickets. My country and west-ern friend wasn't too happy at the time,but she eventually forgave me.

The phrase is actually a cleverlydisguised form of procrastination.Now, I know procrastination has a badreputation. People don't like to wait,they want instant gratification. That'swhy fast food, drive through funeralsand DSL were invented.

People who procrastinate are alsoperceived to be lazy. Can't you justimagine the stereotypical nagging wifeyelling at her couch-lounging hus-band? "Will you turn off that game andmow the lawn? It's a foot high now,you've been putting it off for so long."

The thing is, procrastinating is too

MyTwoCentsBy Tracy A. Politowicz

easy. You do nothing. And you're done.Or, instead of doing nothing, you

do something more enjoyable thanwhat you are supposed to be doing. Forexample, instead of doing my taxes, Ican bake cookies, read a book, listen tomusic, dance, go hiking, call a friend,visit my niece, get a manicure, etc. Thepossibilites are endless!

Famous quotations tell us that pro-crastination is the thief of time — perBritish poet/playwright Edward Young— and time is money, per BenjaminFranklin. Therefore, one may deducethat procrastination is the thief of money.

Generally, society doesn't look toofavorably on thievery.

It usually results in public humilia-tion in the form of a trial, the payment ofa fine —the money you tried to steal inthe first place — and a non-flatteringorange outfit.

Ironically, we need to procrastinate

once in a while in today's world. Withall of our modern conveniences, weare busier than ever. In the olden days,people, i.e., women, would bake breadfrom scratch and wash clothes byhand. Now we have ready-to-eat Won-der bread and washing machines, yetwe are constantly pulled in many dif-ferent directions with work, family,school and community obligations.

We deserve some time to our-selves, so it's OK to put off filing billsor cleaning out the garage, in favor oftaking a bubble bath or watching amovie. It's not OK, however, to delaygetting a mammogram or visiting yoursick grandmother.

Last week was National Procrasti-nation Week. I would have mentionedit sooner, but I didn't get around to it.

But now I have one. Really. Lpur-chased a round, white magnet iwith"TOIT" printed in red on the front. It'smy round TOIT.

I can no longer promise to dosomething when I "get around to it"because I already have one. I'll justhave to think of another excuse!

Tracy A. Politowicz is the managingeditor of The Observer. This is herfirst column because she hadn't got-ten around to writing it before now.

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Safety services available for freeEveryone knows the Springfield

police and fire departments work 24hours a day, seven days a week to keepthe community safe, but what mostpeople do not know is that bothdepartments offer free services to res-idents to help make their individualhomes safer.

The Crime Prevention Unit of thepolice department offers residentscrime prevention tips. By appointment,ari officer will come to a person's homeand assess the home from a safety andcrime prevention perspective. The offi-cer will review with the homeownerpersonal and property protection, doorand window security, lighting, vacationsafeguarding, burglar alarm issues andmore. For more information or to

From theMayor'sDeskBy Clara Harelik

schedule an appointment, residentsshould call 973-912-2243 and leave amessage on the voice mail. An officerwill return your call promptly.

The Fire Prevention Bureau of thefire department offers residents homefire inspection tips. By appointment, afire official will come to a person'shome and assess the home from $safety and fire prevention perspective.

The fire official will review' with thehomeowner a home escape plan, stor-age of flammables, smoke detectorand carbon monoxide detector place-ment, personal and property protec-tion, vacation safeguarding, fire alarmissues and more.

For more information or to sched-ule an appointment, residents shouldcall 973-376-1740. A fire official willreturn your call promptly.

I hope after reading this column,more Springfield residents will takeadvantage of these services. Theycould save your property, your homeand most importantly, your life.

Clara Harelik is the mayor ofSpringfield.

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Garden Club visits EldercareMembers of the Summit Garden Club recently visited

the Spend-A-Day Adult Day Health Care program atSAGE Eldercare to help the elderly with a planting activ-ity-

"Our members really enjoy working with their handsand the Summit Garden Club continues to provide stimu-lating activities every few months. We are grateful fortheir continued support," said Jessica Rosenzweig, direc-tor of Spend-A-Day.

Spend-A-Day is a warm and friendly place that helpsolder adults maintain their vitality. Daily activitiesincrease self-esteem, enhance cognitive abilities and helpseniors build meaningful friendships. They participate insocial and recreational activities that contribute to themfeel good physically and emotionally. Talking with con-temporaries overcomes feelings of loneliness and depres-sion.

Health monitoring is provided by experienced regis-tered nurses who dispense medication, take blood pres-sures, chsck weights and monitor other medical issues.Health sendees also include regular visits by a medicaldirector, registered dietician, podiatrist and pharmacyconsultant.

The Spend-A-Day center serves daily nutritiousbreakfasts, lunches and snacks planned by a registeredconsultant dietician.

The center's wheelchair-accessible van transportsclients to speech, physical or occupational therapy serv-ices through its contract with a nearby rehabilitation hos-pital. Other coordinated services include laboratory, radi-ology, dental and ophthalmology.

The Spend-A-Day program offers several popular activ-ities, including a book club and cooking group. The bookclub meets twice a week and gives clients an opportunity tolisten to books on tape, read out loud to each other, or shareshort anecdotes from their own life experiences. This for-mat allows all members, including those with visionimpairment, to experience the joys of literature.

The cooking group meets weekly and offers clients ofall function levels the opportunity to participate in afamiliar life skill activiiy. Many use this time to reminisceabout fond memories in the kitchen or their favorite dish-es from the past.

Sperid-A-Day is open Monday through Friday, from 8a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

For more information, call 908-598-5520.

Cafe ordinances to be changedBy Joan M. Devlin

Staff WriterSUMMIT — Sidewalk cafes — now an important com-

ponent of the city's charm and part of the Central RetailBusiness District — were the topic of a regulation ordi-nance introduced at the March 7 Common Council meet-ing.

Councilman Tom Getzendanner, chairman of the Build-ings and Grounds Committee, read the recommendedchanges in regulations for these cafes, and the introductionof the ordinance was passed unanimously.

The changes were small, but they clarified regulations,according to Beth Kinney, director of the Department ofCommunity Services.

She noted how important the sidewalk cafes are to shop-pers and residents, offering a pleasant and distinctiveambiance to the city and attracting people to the CRBD.

Four key changes were deemed necessary. First, the def-inition of a retail food establishment was clarified as allneed to have licenses issued by the city clerk's office.

Secondly, the minimum height of umbrellas at

the cafes was changed to seven feet.The third change clarified that garbage receptacles arc

the responsibility of the licensee, although they must be inaccordance with city regulations. If no table service is pro-vided, the trash receptacles shall include those needed forrecycling.

The last update deleted the requirement for red or greensigns indicating whether or not alcohol consumption is per-mitted. Where applicable, one sign reading "alcohol con-sumption is permitted" is satisfactory.

Fees for the cafes remain the same: one to 10 seats withno more than two tables, SI00; 11 to 25 seats, $250; 26 to50 seats, $350; and more than 50 seats, $425.

The hearing on this ordinance is scheduled for the April4 Common Council meeting.

In spite of the unusual spring-like weather recently, thecafes cannot be open with outside tables until April 1.Applications have already been mailed to restaurants thatused outdoor seating last year.

Staff Writer Joan M, Devlin can be reached.at 908-686-7700, ext. 123, or [email protected].

League seeks nominationsOnce again, the Junior League of

Summit is seeking to honor an individ-ual or nonprofit organization with itsJean Hudson Gano Award.

Nominees from the communities ofBerkeley Heights, New Providence,Summit and Chatham are eligible forthe award. Individual nominees shouldbe women of high school age or older,whose dedication and excellence inleadership have served their communi-ties through their volunteer efforts,either within the preceding year or as along-term ongoing commitment.

Organizations nominated should bethose that benefited women and/or chil-dren within the past year. These mustprovide verification of their 501 (c) 3status. The award recipient will be hon-ored at the Junior League of Summit'sannual dinner in May and the recipient'sname will be displayed on a plaque atthe JLS Thrift Shop.

The recipient will also receive $500from a fund established by WilliamHudson, Jean Hudson Gano's father.

To nominate a person or organiza-tion, provide the nominee's name,address and phone number, as well ascontact information for two or threeothers who will endorse the nominee.

Letters of endorsement can be sent

OBITUARIESKaren DePiano

Karen DePiano, 56, of Springfielddied Feb. 28 in the CompassionateCare Hospice, Dover.

Born in Newark, Mrs. DePianolived in Springfield for 13 years. Shewas a bookkeeper and secretary withDePiano Landscaping, Springfield, afamily-owned business, for manyyears.

Surviving are her husband, John;two stepdaughters, Lisa Pravato andSharon DePiano; her mother, MildredCapdnegfo; a sister, GeorgiannCaponegro; two brothers, Joseph andGregory Caponegro; and two grand-children.

M arid FormicheilaMario A. Formicheila, 77, of Sum-

mit, a retired Summit police chief,died March 7 in the Berkeley HeightsNursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Mr. Formicheila was the chief ofpolice for the Summit Police Depart-ment from 1986 until his retirement in1993. During his 42-year career, heserved as sergeant, head of the trafficdivision, lieutenant and deputy chief,before being sworn in as chief of police,a position he held for seven years.

Mr. Formicheila was a member andpast president of the Union CountyPolice Chief's Association , past pres-ident and past state delegate of the

PUBLiC NOTICETOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELD

RESOLUTION FOR AWARD OF PROFES-SIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO COR-NERSTONE ARCHITECTURAL GROUP.LLC, FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNAND RELATED SERVICES, FORCHISHOLM COMMUNITY CENTER ELE-VATOR, BY THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEEOF THE TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELDCOUNTY UNION STATE OF NEW JER-SEY^. • • " • • -.

WHEREAS, the Township of Springfieldis in nered of contracting for architecturaldesign and related services for the pro-posed Ghisholm Community Center eleva-tor, within the Township of Springfield,County-of Union, State of New Jersey;andi;

WHEREAS, the Local Public ContractsLaw.'N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq., requires aresolution authorizing the award of thecontract for professional services withoutcompetitive bids and that the contractitself roust be available for inspection;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDby the Township Committee of the Town-ship of Springfield, County of Union, Stateof New Jersey, that the Mayor and the

•'• Township Clerk of the Township of Spring-field are hereby authorized, respectively,to execute and attest to an agreementwith Cornerstone Architecturaf Group,L.L.C., for architectural design and relat-ed services, including preparation ofarchitectural design and bid specificationdocuments, handfihg bidding and recom-mendation as to lowest responsible bid-der and overseeing of constructionphase, as set forth in fhe proposal of Feb-ruary 15, 2006, (Project No. 061209) at afee not to exceed $10,500.00. This con-tract is awarded without competitive bid-ding as a "professional services contract"in accordance with N.J.S.A, 40A:11-5{1)(a){l) of the Local Public ContractsLaw u

TAKE NOTICE, that the foregoing Res-olution was adopted at the Regular meet-ing of The Township Committee of theTownship of Springfield in the County ofUnion, and State of New Jersey, held onTuesday evening, March 14, 2006.

Kathleen D. Wisniewski, RMC/CMCTownship Clerk

U'l40235 OBS March 16, 2006 ($21.38)

PUBLIC NOTICETOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELD

PLANNING BOARD

Please take notice that on Wednesday,April 5, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. in the court

Policemen's Benevolent AssociationNo. 55 in Summit as well as state del-egate of the New Jersey State PoliceBenevolent Association. In addition,he was a member of the InternationalAssociation of Chiefs of Police andthe Police Honor League of New Jer-sey. Mr. Formicheila also was a mem-ber and past president of the SummitLions Club and a former member ofthe Summit Chapter of UNICO Inter-national. He served in the Army dur-ing World War II.

Surviving are three brothers,Michael, Frank and Anthony, andthree sisters, Rose Franco, ElizabethDaugherty and Carmela Parks.

Helen KrohnHelen Krohn, 95, of Summit died

March 4 in the Spring Meadow Assist-ed Living, Summit.

Born in Austria, Mrs. Krohn livedin Elizabeth and Whiting before mov-ing to Summit four years ago. She wasa school crossing guard in Elizabethand a secretary for Prudential Insur-ance Co., Newark.

Surviving are a son, Dr. GeorgeSchilling; a daughter, Connie Guida; abrother, Rudolph Graf; two grandchil-dren; and two great-grandchildren.

Evelyn NeumarkEvelyn Neumark of Margate, for-

merly of Springfield, died March 9 in

PUBLiC NOTICEroom at the Municipal Building, jocated at100 Mountain Avenue, Springfield, NewJersey, the Planning Board of the Town-ship of Springfield will conduct a publichearing on the adoption of the MunicipalStormwater Management Plan as an Ele-ment to the Township of Springfield'sMaster Plan.

Copies of the Municipal Stormwater-Management Plan are available for publicreview in the Planning Office in theMunicipal Annex Building at 20 North Triv-ett.

Robert C. KirkpatrickPlanning Board Secretary

U139865 OBS March 16, 2006 ($8.63)

TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELDUNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY

NOTICE Is hereby given that sealed bidsfor: • • • • : •

"CONCESSION STAND (SNACK BAR) ATTHE SPRINGFIELD MUNICIPAL POOLFOR THE 2006 POOL SEASON"

Will be received, opened and read inpublic at the Township of Springfield,Municipal Building, 100 Mountain Avenue,Springfield, New Jersey on Thursday,April 6, 2006, at 10:00 a.m., prevailingtime.

Specifications have been filed in theoffice of the Springfield Township Clerkand may be obtained by prospective bid-ders at the Office of the Springfield Town-ship Clerk, 100 Mountain Avenue, Spring-field, New Jersey, during business hours.

Bid must be enclosed in a sealed enve-lope, bearing the name and address ofthe bidder, the name of the project on theoutside, and addressed to Kathleen D.Wisniewski, Township Clerk, 100 Moun-tain Avenue, Springfield, New Jersey07081. A Non-Collusion Affidavit andrecord of Recent Contract Awards mustalso accompany the proposal.

Bidders are required to comply with therequirements of Public Laws of 1975,Chapter 127, for an affirmative action pro-

Eram for equal employment opportunity,idder must also comply with the require-

ments of P.L. 1977, Chapter 33, amendingthe Local Public Contracts Law.

The Mayor and Township Committee ofthe Township of Springfield reserve theright to reject all bids.

KATHLEEN D. WISNIEWSKI, RMC/CMCTownship Clerk

March 16, 23. 2006U140359 QB3 ($33.75)

Shore Memorial Hospital, SomersPoint.

Born in Ballybofey, County Done-gal, Ireland, Mrs. Neumark lived inAtlantic City, Ventnor, Cranford andSpringfield before moving to Margatein 1986. She worked in the businessoffice of Union County College, Cran-ford.

Surviving are a son, Victor; adaughter, Christine Senoski; and fourgrandchildren.

Ida SoikoffIda Soikoff, 91, of Summit, for-

merly of Springfield, died March 10 inSt. Barnabas Medical Center, Liv-ingston.

Born in Jersey City, Mrs. Soikofflived in Springfield for 46 yearsbefore moving to Summit two yearsago. She was a bookkeeper at Sandierand Worth Carpets, Springfield, beforeretiring in 1987. Earlier, Mrs. Soikoffwas a legal secretary in New YorkCity. She was a member of the Debo-rah Hospital Foundation in BrownsMills and treasurer of the SpringfieldSenior League.

Surviving are a daughter, MarciaEskin, and a grandchild.

EVSary StrongMary Johnston Sutherland Strong,

82, of Westwood, Mass., formerly ofSummit, died on Feb. 26.

~ PUBLIC NOTICETOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELD

COUNTY OF UNION, NJ

ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OFTHE TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELD,CHAPTER VII, TRAFFIC, TO REVISEPARK AND RIDE FEES, BY THE TOWN-SHIP COMMITTEE OF THE TOWNSHIPOF SPRINGFIELD, COUNTY OF UNION,STATE OF NEW JERSEY

TAKE NOTICE, that the following Ordi-nance was passed and approved on sec-ond and final hearing at a Regular Meet-ing of the Township Committee of theTownship of Springfield, County of Union,State of New Jersey, held on March 14,2006.

KATHLEEN D. WISNIEWSKI,RMC/CMC

Township ClerkU140004 OBS March 16, 2006 ($8.25)

Born in Atlanta, Ga., Mrs. Strong,whose maternal grandfather, HewlettA. Hall, a lawyer, served briefly asattorney general of the state of Geor-gia, moved to Summit in 1956, whereshe lived before moving to Massachu-setts in 1994. She was active in com-munity affairs in Summit. Mrs. Strongserved as chairperson of the JuniorLeague of Summit and, with her hus-band, Robert Livingston Strong,helped to found the Summit Area Pub-lic Foundation.

Mrs. Strong founded the CitizensCommittee on Biomedical Ethics,now known as New Jersey HealthDecisions. Similar groups throughoutthe United States were inspired by itsexample, and she was instrumental inestablishing the New York CitizensCommittee on Health Care Decisions.Mrs! Strong's work in the field led toher appointment by Gov. ThomasKean of New Jersey to the Governor'sCouncil on Biomedical Ethics. In1987, the Academy of Medicine ofNew Jersey honored her with its annu-al Citizens Award.

She served for many years on theboard of The Fund for New Jerseyand, until her death, was on the boardof the Charlotte Palmer Phillips Foun-dation. Also surviving are a son,William S. Strong; two sisters, Mar-garet S. Coleman and Sarah S. Stoner;and two grandchildren.

PUBLIC NOTICETOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELD

COUNTY OF UNION, NJ

ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OFTHE TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELD,CHAPTER IV, GENERAL LICENSING, TOREVISE COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPINGLICENSE FEES, BY THE TOWNSHIPCOMMITTEE OF THE TOWNSHIP OFSPRINGFIELD, COUNTY OF UNION,STATE OF NEW JERSEY

TAKE NOTICE, that the following Ordi-nance was passed and approved on sec-ond and final hearing at a Regular Meet-ing of the Township Committee of theTownship of Springfield, County of Union,State of New Jersey, held on March 14,2006.

Kathleen D. Wisniewski, RMC/CMCTownship Clerk

U140361OBS March 16, 2006 ($8.25)

ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELD, COUN-TY OF UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, CHAPTER 7-TRAFFIC, TO ESTABLISH ANO STOPPING OR STANDING ZONE ON MORRIS AVENUE, BY THE TOWNSHIPCOMMITTEE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELD, COUNTY OF UNION, STATE OFNEW JERSEY

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE of the Township of Springfield,County of Union, State of New Jersey, as follows:SECTION I - AMENDMENTChapter 7 of the Code of the Township of Springfield, Section 7-10.2, Stopping orStanding Prohibited on Certain Streets, shall be amended to add the following:Name of Street Sides Location

Morris Avenue South * Between the most easterly .pointi j on the Route 24 exit ramp and the^ intersection with Morris & Essexh Turnpike

SECTION II - RATIFICATIONExcept as expressly modified herein, all other provisions and terms of the Code of theTownship of Springfield shall remain in full force and effect. .SECTION III - SEVERABILITY

In case any section, subsection, paragraph, subdivision, clause or provision of thisordinance shall be judged invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such order orJudgment shall not effect or invalidate the remainder of any section, paragraph, sub-division, clause or provision of this ordinance, and to this end, the provisions of eachsection, paragraph, subdivision, clause or provision of this ordinance are herebydeclared to be severable.SECTION IV- EFFECTIVE DATE

This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon passage and publication accord-ing to law.

I, Kathleen D. Wisniewski, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was intro-duced for first reading at a regular meeting of the Township Committee of theTownship of Springfield, in the County of Union, and State of New Jersey, held onTuesday evening, March 14, 2006 and that said Ordinance shall be submitted for con-sideration and final passage at a regular meeting of said Township Committee to beheld on March 28, 2006, in the Springfield Municipal Building at 8:00 p.m., at whichtime and place any person or persons interested therein will be given an opportunityto be heard concerning said Ordinance. Copy is posted on the Bulletin board in theoffice of the Township Clerk.

KATHLEEN D. WISNIEWSKI, RMC/CMC, Township ClerkU140233 OBS March 16, 2006 ($30.76)

in lieu of names and addresses. A list ofactivities and achievements for thenominee is also required.

The deadline for nominations isApril 15.

Nominations, questions, commentsor concerns may be directed to Anne St.Clair, community vice president, Junior

PUBLiC NOTICE

League of Summit, 37 DeForest Ave.,Summit 07901.

The Junior League of Summit is anonprofit, charitable and educationalorganization of women.

For more information about theJunior League of Summit, call 908-273-7349, or visit www.jlsummit.org.

PUBLIC NOTICE

'AL POOL. POOL DAY CAM

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE of the Township of Springfield,County of Union, State of New Jersey, as follows:SECTION I - AMENDMENTS(A) Section 27-6.6 Guest Privileges, is amended to add the following:k. Springfield residents may purchase and use guest tickets, without Being accom-

panied by a pool member, at the weekend and holiday fee set forth herein, for useonly on weekends and holidays prior to the pool opening on a daily basis.

(B) Section 27-6.7 Fee: Use of Receipts, is hereby amended to replace para-graphs (c)(1) and (2) with the following:

c. Fees for Municipal Pool

1. Resident membership fees shall be as follows:Family membershipIndividual membershipSenior citizen (individual)Senior citizen (couple)Nanny/caregiverJoint membership

2. Non-resident membership fees shall be as follows:

Family membershipIndividual membershipSenior citizen (individual)Senior citizen (couple)Nanny/caregiverJoint membership

$ 325.00200.00

90.00165.0055.00

260.00

425.00285.00125.00240.00

90.00360.00

JC)The

Section 27-8.3 Camp Sessions, shall be amended to read as follows:day camp shall operate the following sessions on specific days and

weeksweeks

he day camp shall operate the following sessions, on specific days and dates asestablished on a year-to-year basis.Camp A, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for eight (8) weeksCamp B, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for eight (8) weeksCamp C, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for eight (8) weeksCamp D, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the first four (4)Camp E, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the first four (4)Camp F, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the first four (4) weeksCamp G, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the second four (4) weeksCamp H, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the second four (4) weeksCamp I, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the second four (4) weeksCamp J, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the ninth (9th) weekCamp K, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm. for the tenth (10th) week

Breakfast Club, 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., on all days on which camp is in sessionAfter Care, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., on all days on which camp is in session.(D) Section 27-8.4 Fees, is hereby amended to read as follows:

27-8.4 Fees.The fee for each child enrolled in the day-camp shall be as follows, and is payable

in full prior to the first day of the camp season, except for Camp J or K, which arepayable no later than the Thursday, preceding the first day of each session. No feesshall be returnable for any reason after the first day of the camp season, or for CampJ or K, that session.

a. Resident feesCamp A or B (pool members only)Camp C (pool members)Camp C (non-pool members)Camp D or G (pool members only)Camp E, F, H or I (pool members only) . . . .Camp J or K

6. Non-resident feesCamp A or B (pool members only)Camp C (pool members)Camp C (non-pool members)Camp D or G (pool members only)Camp E, F, H or I (pool members only) . . . .Camp J or K

$ 490.00"860.00

1,090.00575.00-345.00175.00

$ 550.001,035.001,380.00

690.00460.00230.00

c. Additional sessionsBreakfast Club (per week) 30.00After Care (per week) 25.00"(For two or more children, a $25.00 per eight (8) week session or1 $10.00 per four (4)week session discount for each additional child shall be deducted.)

(E) Section 27-10RECREATION FEES shall be amended to add the following:Returned check fee $ 35.00SECTION II - RATIFICATION

Except as expressly modified herein, all other provisions and terms of the Code ofthe Township of Springfield shall remain in full force and effect.SECTION III-SEVERABILITY

In case any section, subsection, paragraph, subdivision, clause or provision of thisordinance shall be judged invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such order orjudgment shall not effect or invalidate the remainder of any section, paragraph, sub-divfsion, clause or provision of this ordinance, and to this end, the provisions of eachsection, paragraph, subdivision, clause or provision of this ordinance are herebydeclared to be severable.SECTION IV - REPEAL

Any ordinance or portion of any ordinance which is inconsistent with the modifica-tions of this ordinance is repealed to the extent of its inconsistency.SECTION V - EFFECTIVE DATE

This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon passage and publication accord-ing to law.

I, Kathleen D. Wisniewski, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was intro-duced for first reading at a regular meeting of the Township Committee of theTownship of Springfield, in the County of Union, and State of New Jersey, held onTuesday evening, March 14, 2006 and that said Ordinance shall be submitted for con-sideration and final passage at a regular meeting of said Township Committee to beheld on March 28, 2006, in the Springfield Municipal Building at 8:00 p.m., at whichtime and place any person or persons interested therein will be given an opportunityto be heard concerning said Ordinance. Copy is posted on the bulletin board in theoffice of the Township Clerk.

KATHLEEN D. WISNIEWSKI, RMC/CMC,Township Clerk

U140362 OBS March 16, 2006 ($81.00)

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RELIGIONSpirituaflty group todiscuss healing

The Christian Science ReadingRoom will host its monthly Bible andspirituality discussion group Saturdayat 11 a:m.

The topic will be "Healing — howdo we find it?"

All are welcome.The Reading Room is located at

340 Springfield Ave., Summit.

Temple to, welcomechoral festival

Temple Sinai will host the Region-al Choral Festival on Sunday at 3p.m., sponsored by the New Jersey-West Hudson Valley Council of theIJRJ and The American Conference ofCantors.

Imagine the beautiful new sanctu-ary filled with the sound of 10 reform

synagogue choirs presenting anengaging and varied concert of Jewishchoral music. Think of the sanctuaryfilled with a joint choir of 300 voices.

This concert is open to the public.Temple Sinai is located at 208

Summit Ave.. SummitFor more. information, call 908-

273-4921 or visit www.templesinainj.org.

Temple Beth Ahm tohost discussion

Temple Beth Ahm, 60 TempleDrive in Springfield, will host a dis-cussion called "Another Choice: whya conservative temple might be rightfor your family" on Wednesday at6:30 p.m.

Rabbi Mark Mallach and guestspeaker Rabbi Moshe Edelman of theUnited Synagogue for ConservativeJudaism will discuss how the conser-

vative movement is changing to oneof inclusiveness for Interfaitii fami-lies.

This, meeting is open to the public.Pi2za and soda will be served.

For more information, call 973-376-0539, ext 13.

'A Taste of Judaism'class to be held

"A Taste of Judaism: Are YouCurious?" is the title of an upcomingthree-session class for adults whowould like to explore Judaism's rele-vance in today's world. This class willbe taught by Rabbi Stuart WeinbergGershon on Wednesday, as well asMarch 29 and April 5 from 7:30 to 9p.m. at Temple Sinai, 208 SummitAve., Summit.

Participants will explore the Jewishperspective on spiritually, values andcommunity.

These classes are designed forbeginners — those who are interestedin learning more about Judaismwhether or not they were born Jewish,intermarried couples, children ofintermarried couples, in-laws of Jews,etc.

There is no enrollment fee; howev-er, space is limited and registration isrequired.

For more information or to register,call Lynne Wolfe at 908-273-4921,ext. 515, or send an e-mail to [email protected].

Mark Hurmtz to speakSpringfield Township Committee-

man Mark Hurwitz will speak on thetopic "Beyond Hyam Solomon: Fight-ing Jews of the American Revolution"at Springfield Hadassah's meetingMarch 23 at 12:30 p.m. at the Spring-field Public Library.

Hurwitz will explore the myth and

WORSHIP CALENDARBAPTIST

EVANGEL BAPTIST CHURCH -"SERVING CHRIST IN THE 21st CENTURY."- 242 Shunpike R i , Springfield. Rev. FrederickMackey, Sr. Pastor. Sundays: 9:30 AM BibleSchool for all ages - Nursery through Seniors:Spanish Sunday School 9:30 am and 5:30 pm.10:30 AM Worship Service and Nursery care -5:30-7:00 PM AWANA Club Program forChildren ages 4-11; 6:00 PM Evening Service &Nursery care. Wednesdays: 7:15 PM Prayer,Praise and Bible Study: Junior/Senior HighMinistry. Active Youth Ministry: Wide-RangeMusic Program. Ample Parking. Chair Liftprovided with assistance. AH are invited andwelcomed to participate in worship with us. Forfurther information contact churcb office (973)379-4351. Mondays - 7:00 pm - ENGLISH ASA SECOND LANGUAGE.

JEWISH-CONSERVATIVETEMPLE BETH AHM 60 Temple Drive,Springfield. 973-376-0539. Mark Mallach,Rabbi. Richard Nadel, Cantor. Marilyn Garten,President. Belh Ahm is an egalitarian,Conservative tempie, with programming for allages. Weekday services Mon.-Fri. 7:00 AM Sun.-Tnurs. 7:45 PM Shabbat (Friday) 6:00 PM &8:30 PM Shabbat day 9:30 AM & sunset:Sundays. 8:30 AM. Festival & Holiday mornings9:00 AM. Family and children services areconducted regularly. Our Religious School (third-seventh grade) meets on Sunday and Tuesday.There are formal classes for both High Schooland pre-Religious School aged children. Thesynagogue also sponsors a Pre-School Women'sLeague, Men's Club, youth groups for sixththrough twelfth graders, and a busy AdultEducation program. For more information, pleasecontact cur office during office hours.

JEWISH-ORTHODOXCONGREGATION ISRAEL OFSPRINGFIELD 339 Mountain Avenue,SpringrMd. 973^467-9666. Chaim Marcus,Rabbi: Alan J. Yuter, Rabbi Emeritus; SolomonGreenfield, President. Congregation Israel is aModem Orthodox synagogue. There are twodaily weekday morning Minyans at 6:15 a.m. and7:00 a.m. Daily weekday Mincha/Maarivservices are also held. Call the shul office fortimes. There are two Shabbat morning services at7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. as well as Junior

Congregation at 9:30 a.m. the Nursery Schoolconducts classes for children aged 2 1/2 to 4. Asummer camp is also available to children of thisage. Adult classes are held three nights a weekwith two weekly Teen classes. We have an activeSenior Set and very active Jr. NCSY and Sr.NCSY chapters for pre-teens. Our Sisterhood,Adult 'Education and Youth groups provide awide array of communal programming. Forfurther information call the synagogue office at973-467-9666.

JEWISH - REFORMTEMPLE' SHA'AREY SHALOM 78 S.Springfield Avenue, Springfield, (973) 379-5387.Joshua Goldstein, Rabbi; Amy Daniels, Cantor/Education Director; Nina Greenman, Pre-SchoolDirector: Mindy Schreff, Family Life Educator;Edward Fink and Hank Rottenberg, Co-Presidents. Temple Sha'arey Shalom is a Reformcongregation affiliated with the Union forReform Judaism. Sbabbat worship, enhanced byvolunteer choir, begins on Friday evenings at8:00 PM, with monthly Family and AlternativeWorship. Saturday morning Torah study .classbegins at 9:15 AM followed by worship at 10:30AM. Religious school classes meet on Saturdaymornings for grades K-3; on Tuesday andThursday afternoons for 4-7; and Tuesdayevenings for post bar/hat mitzvah students. Pre-school, classes are available for children ages 21/2 through 4. The Temple has the support of anactive Sisterhood, Brotherhood, RenaissanceGroup and Youth Group. A wide range ofprograms include Adult Education, SocialAction, Interfaith Outreach, Singles and Seniors.For more information, call the Temple office,(973)379-5387.

LUTHERANHOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH 639Mountain Avenue, Springfield, 07081, 973-379-4525, Fax 973-379-8887. Remo Madsen, Pastor.Our Sunday Worship Service takes place at 10a.m. For information about our midweekchildren, teen, and adult programs, contact theChurch Office Monday through Thursday, 8:30-4:00 p.m.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH ANDSCHOOL, 229 Cowperthwaite PI., Westfield,Rev. Paul E. Kritsch, Pastor. (908) 232-1517.Beginning Sunday, July 6, Summer WorshipTimes are as follows: Sunday Worship Services,8:30 and 10:00 a.m. Sunday morning Nurseryavailable. Wednesday Evening Worship Service,

7:30 p.m. Holy Communion is celebrated at allworship services. The church and all rooms arehandicapped accessible

METHODIST

THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ofSummit is located in the heart of town on thecomer of Kent Place Boulevard and DeForestAvenue. Church School and Bible Study is heldat 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning Worship is at 10:30a.m.; the emphasis of which is to always have a"good week" because of Paul's reminder to us inhis letter to the Romans "that ALL things worktogether for good for those who love God and arecalled according to Ms purpose". The sermonsare uplifting, Biblically sound and guaranteed tokeep you awake. The music and weeklychildren's message are memorable. All arewelcome to hear the Good News of God's loveand salvation through Jesus Christ. Our churchalso offers nursery care, after worshiprefreshments and fellowship, and many livelyprograms for everyone. Come worship with usand find out how you too can have a "goodweek". Call the church office or Pastors Gina orRich Hendrickson, Senior Co-Pastors for moreinformation at 90S 277-1700. ':

PRESBYTERIAN :COMMUNITY 'PRESBYTERIANCHURCH, 1459 Deer Path, Mountainside, New-Jersey 07092. You are invited to join us inWorship Services on Sundays at 10:30 am. Thisis a place for you to enjoy uplifting music andrelevant messages that will energize and inspireyou. We offer a warm and friendly environmentwith Bible study, Sunday school and active adultand youth groups. For further information, please'contact Dr. Christopher Belden, Pastor at 908-232-9490.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 210Morris Ave. at Church Mall, Springfield, 973-379-4320. Sunday School Classes for ages 3yrs..-•Senior High 9:00 a.m. in our Parish House,Sunday morning worship service 10:15 a.m.Children's Church is held during She worshipservice; Nursery care and facilities are provided.Opportunities for personal growth throughworship, Christian Education, Choir, ongoingchurch activities, and Fellowship. HolyCommunion is held the 1st Sunday of every

month; The Ladies Evening Group-3rd Wednesdayof each month at 7:30 pjn.; Kaffeeklatsch-lst and3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m.; Men'sFeliowship-2nd Saturday of each month at 8:30a.m.; Choir-every Thursday at 8:00 p.m. in theChapel. We also host various Outside groupmeetings: Springfield Garden Club, Children'sCommunity Choir, Learning Disabled Group, andAlanon. For information about any of ourprograms or services, call GeseSe at the ChurchOffice: 973-379-4320, Mon. through Fri., 9:00a.m.-12 noon; l:00pm-4:00pm

ROMAN CATHOLICTHE CHURCH OF OUR LADY OFLOURDES, 300 Central Avenue, Mountainside,908-232-1162. Celebrate the Lord's Day-Anticipated Mass 5:00pm, Sunday at 7:30am,9:30am, 11:30am. Weekdays: Monday-Friday7:30am, Saturday 8:00am, Sacrament ofReconciliation, Saturday at 1pm. PerpetualAdoration Chapel for personal prayer anddevotion. www.ollmountainside.org,[email protected].

THE PARISH COMMUNITY OF ST.JAMES, 45 South Springfield Avenue,Springfield, New Jersey 07081.973-376-3044.SUNDAY EUCHARIST: Sat. 5:30 pm. Sun.7:30, 9:00, 10:30 a.m., 12 Noon. Reconciliation:Sat 1:00-2:00 p.m. Weekday Masses: 7:00 & 8:00.

UNITARIAN-UNIVERSALIST

UNITARIAN CHURCH IN SUMMIT, 4Waidron 'Avenue, Summit, NJ 07901. 908-273-3245. www.ucsummit.org. Rev. Varmessa RushSouthern, Minister, Emilie Boggis, AssistantMinister, Mitchell Vines, Music and ChoirDirector. Sunday Services and religious educationclasses at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM. AdultEducation and other programs.

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the man who was Hyam Solomon, themost recognized Jewish patriot of theRevolutionary War. However,Solomon has stolen the spotlightfrom dozens of other Jews whofought and died in the front lines ofbattle.

For 30 years, Hurwitz has been amember of the 3rd NJ. Regiment,known as the "Jersey Blues," He is apast commander/national presidentof the Brigade of the American Rev-olution, a national historical associa-tion.

A mini lunch will be served at themeeting.

For more information, call IrisSegal, Springfield Hadassah president,at 973-376-0516.

Day of Recollectionscheduled

The Our Lady of Lourdes RosaryAltar Society invites the public to aDay of Recollection on March 25from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Mary Kinney of St. Anne's Churchin Garwood will lead participants on aspiritual journey with Martha andMary of sacred scripture as models oftoday's living.

A donation of $10 is requested.Brunch and lunch will be served.

The church is located at 300 Cen-tral Ave., Mountainside.

Temple to hostcelebration concert

Temple Beth Ahm will host its firstMarilyn Berger Horn CelebrationConcert, featuring Rick Recht, onMarch 26 at noon.

The concert will honor MarilynBerger Horn, a member of TempleBeth Ahm, who held various leader-ship roles in the community.

The featured artistfRich Recht, isthe top touring musician in Jewishmusic, playing more than 150 con-certs annually in the United Statesand abroad. Recht is widely recog-nized for his appeal to youth andfamily audiences, not only as anexceptional musician, singer/song-writer, and entertainer, but as a rolemodel for involvement in Jewishlife.

The students of Temple BethAhm's Religious School as well asstudents of Solomon Schechter DaySchool, whose families belong toTemple Beth Ahm, will perform withRecht.

Tickets are now on sale in thetemple office, priced as follows: $18in advance or $20 at the door, and $3for a child's ticket to accompany anadult ticket. A $100 patrons ticketincludes two adult tickets in pre-ferred seating and your name listedin the program.

A $180 benefactors ticket includespatron privileges, plus an artist CD

and a reception with the artist after theshow.

The temple is located at 60 TempleDrive in Springfield.

For ticket sales, call the templeoffice at 973-376-0539, ext. 13.

Sfc James Church tohold annual events

The Home School Association atSaint James the Apostle School inSpringfield will host its Annual Fishn* Chips/Basket Bonanza on March 31at 5:30 pm.

Baskets will be on display andchances will be sold the weekend ofMarch 25 after the following Masses:Saturday at 5:30 p.m., and Sunday at 9and 10:30 a.m., and noon.

Tickets for the dinner can be pur-chased by calling the school office at973-376-5194. .. - "

Anyone interested in donating abasket may call co-chairpersons LindaTripara at 908-688-3391, or NancyStarzynski at 973-258-9714.

Church schedulesannual garage sale

The Unitarian Church in Summit, 4Waidron Ave., will hold its annualtwo-day garage sale on March 31 andApril 1.

Sale hours will be from 10 a.m. to6 p.m. on March 31, and from 10 a.m.to 2 p.m. on April 1. To ease the wayfor early-bird shoppers, line numberswill be given out beginning at 8 a.m.on March 31.

The event specializes in goodquality, second-hand clothing andshoes for men, women and children.Other departments sell gently usedtoys, jewelry, housewares, linens,books, CDs, software, sporting goods,electronics, small electrical equip-ment and games.

There will also be a room of "bet-ter women's clothes" and a boutiqueof household treasures, like china, fig-urines and artworks.

Furniture and other larger items arebeing sold through an Internet catalog.To view these items, visitwww.ucsummit.org and click on"Internet Sale Overview."

The sale is a major fund-raiser forthe 450-member church, which is partof the Unitarian Universalist Associa-tion of North America.

For more information, call 908-337-5899, or visitwww.ucsummit.org.

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This newspaper encourages con-gregations, temples, social and civicorganizations to inform the editorsabout scheduled events and activities.

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Students explore 'Aspects of Love'By Paul Greulich

Staff WriterSPRINGFIELD — On Friday night, Jonathan Dayton

High School became the first high school in the country tostage the musical "Aspects of Love" by Andrew LloydWebber.

This musical, based on a novel by David Garnett, is fre-quently overshadowed by Webber's more popular works. Itis more internal, reflective and less plot-oriented than someof his others such as "Phantom of the Opera" and "JesusChrist Superstar." :

The story follows a passionate romance between thelovesick Alex and the flighty Rose, played quite capably byjuniors Noah Peyser and Sarah Hurwitz, respectively.Michael Schwartz, also a junior, nearly stole the show asAlex's love-beaten, brandy-swigging Uncle George.Schwartz injected a mature tone into his vocals that addedconsiderable flavor to the overall experience.

As the story got under way, it soon became clear howsimple love between two people can snowball into a com-plex web of feelings, to which there is no clear resolution, atheme embodied by the song "Love Changes Everything."

By the end of the musical, the audience witnessedeverything from a father's love for his daughter, to awoman's love for her boyfriend's uncle, and a man's lovefor his 15-year-old cousin. The stories reached blissfulromantic heights and men faded to uncomfortably realisticloneliness, which then slowly re-blossomed into love inunpredictable ways. •

The set design was minimal, but well-conceived. Whileprops that are essential to a scene, such as beds, couchesand diningware, were provided for the actors' use, the back-ground throughout the production remained a simple wood-en framework draped in a light, partially transparent clothmaterial — minimal, but deceptively so. Depending onlighting, music and the emotions onstage during any given

scene, this two-faced background alternately worked toaccentuate tender bliss as well as rigid loneliness and even-tually both at once as the characters' relationships grewmore entangled.

The performance proved a solid success, with only anoccasional under-miked line or absent sound effect hintingthat it was in fact opening night.

"This is the hardest show we've ever done," Peysersaid.. "We did our best and I think our best was definitelygood enough."

The complexity and range of the vocals, as well as theemotions of the characters, have contributed to this musicalcommonly being considered beyond the abilities of highschool students. Another factor is the physicality and sexu-al suggestivity that occurs between many of the leadingcharacters.

Director Jared Moskowitz was aware of the presence ofthose aspects of the musical. He toned down the blatant sen-suality traditionally present in other productions andensured the parents of the performers were constantly awareof the content with which their children would be working.

Moskowitz said the parents were all supportive of theproduction and gave their consent for their kids' involve-ment. He was very happy with the effort put forth by theperformers.

"They have worked for more than three months on ashow that's never been done before, with complex emo-tions that are hard for teenagers to understand, and I feelthey succeeded in every way," Moskowitz said.

He hopes that their success with "Aspects of Love" willinspire other high school drama departments to pursue thischallenging, but rewarding production.

The final two performances of "Aspects of Love" willtake place on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

Staff Writer Paul Greulich can be reached at 908-686-7700, ext. 117, or [email protected].

A Taste of Summit' being plannedBy Joan M. Devlin

Staff WriterSUMMIT— Many city residents

are already making plans to attend theannual "Taste of Summit" on April 2at the Grand Summit Hotel.

This exciting event, co-sponsoredby the Summit Historical Society andSDI — Summit Downtown, Inc. — isan elegant way to taste the amazingselection of foods from restaurants inSummit. The evening will run from 6to 10 p.m.

The chairperson of this year'sevent is Fran Tokar, of the SummitHistorical Association, who said,"This is a major fund-raiser for thehistorical society. Among other things,we do the upkeep for The CarterHouse, circa 1741, and maintain allthe records of landmarks in the city."

Other projects for which the socie-

ty is responsible is maintaining weath-erproofmg in the basement of theCarter House, where Tokar said therehad been much water damage this pastyear. All proceeds benefit the SummitHistorical Society.

Summit attorney and SDI memberGil Owren is enthusiastic about thisevent as well.

"We are hoping for participants toreach 400, to try and increase theattendance by 25 percent over lastyear," Owren said. "It isgoing to be agreat thing which the hotel does forus." .

So far, 20 restaurants and eaterieshave agreed to participate.They rangefrom Applegate Farms Homemade IceCream, to Huntley Tavern, to the Sum-mit Diner, to Winberie's, to name onlya few.

They will all proudly display their

specialities at tables in the Grand Ball-room. Those attending, at $30 per per-son, can go from table to table to sam-ple all the different foods.

Tokar said, "Technically, you aresupposed to compete for a taste, butyou end up with a full dinner anddessert. Anyone can come, as this isour 19th year, but invitations arerequired."

The invitation works like a ticket,and it can be purchased at the SummitFree Public Library or the SummitPost Office.

For more information, call theSummit Historical Society at 908-277-1747. All checks are to be madepayable to the Summit HistoricalSociety.

Staff Writer Joan M. Devlin can bereached at 908-686-7700, ext. 123, [email protected].

HEALTHMedicare prescriptionplan to he discussed

Mended Hearts, Inc., Chapter 186in Springfield, will review the resultsto date of the new Medicare Part Dprescription plan at its meeting Tues-day at 7:30 p.m.

Mended Hearts, Inc. is a post-sur-gery support group founded in 1985,part of a national organization of morethan 300 chapters. The group meets atthe Springfield First Aid Squad Build-ing at 10 North Trivett- Avc. Non-members are welcome.

For more information, contact TomPizzano, president, at 973-762-7648.

Alzheimer supportgroup to meet

The Alzheimer's Association'sGreater New Jersey Chapter will holda caregiver support group on March23 at 7 p.m. at Overlook Hospital, 99Beauvoir Ave. at Sylvan Road, Sum-mit.

For more information, call theAlzheimer's Association's HelpLineat 800-883-1180.

Re-ceiUfJcation classto be held

The Summit YMCA, located at67 Maple St., will offer a life-guard re-certification class onMarch 26 from 10:30 a.m to 1p.m.

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Preparing for the Fountain Baptist Church's upcoming blood drive are Melita Twitty ofUnion, Rosemarie Brown of Roselle Park and Ruth Seymour of Springfield.

Baptist church to host blood driveFountain Baptist Church, 116

Glenside Ave., Summit, will host acommunity blood drive on March 24from 2 to 8 p.m.

This-blood drive is to raise aware-ness about Sickle Cell Disease, aninherited blood disorder that causesanemia, organ damage, strokes andterrible pain. With the disease, redblood cells are stiff, distorted in shape— like a sickle — and sometimesblock small blood vessels.

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Church are so important to help edu-cate people and hopefully increase thenumber of African-American blooddonors."

Most healthy people who are atleast 17 years old and weigh 110pounds or more are eligible to donateblood every 56 days.

To make an appointment for thisblood drive, call 1-800-GJVE LIFE,i.e., 1-800-448-3543, or visitwww.pleasegiveblood.org to find alisting of other blood drives sponsoredby local Red Cross chapters.

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This survey and award program, created in 2005 andproduced by NJBIZ, was designed to identify, recognizeand honor the best places of employment in New Jersey,benefiting the state's economy, workforce and businesses.

The "Best Places to Work in New Jersey" program ismade up of 50 companies split into two groups: 25 small tomedium-sized companies — those with 25 to 199 employ-ees — and 25 large-sized companies, ie., those with morethan 200 employees. Children's Specialized Hospital is inthe "large-sized company" category.

To be considered for participation, companies hadto fulfill the following eligibility requirements: have atleast 25 employees in New Jersey; be a for-profit ornot-for profit business; be a publicly or privately held

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The Linden boys' basketball team was sparked by junior guard Darrell Lampley (No. 1) •above and senior forward Charles Miller (No. 24) below in its convincing 64-39 win overAtlantic City in Sunday's Group 4 state championship game at Rutgers. Lampley earnedMVP honors for Linden, leading all scorers with 22 points, including five 3-pointers. Millerscored four points and paced the Tigers in rebounds with nine, grabbing seven on defenseand two on offense.

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By JR ParachiniSports Editor

AREA — You want to know what the Linden boys' bas-ketball team gave up for Lent?

Try giving the opposition any chance, whatsoever, ofbeating the Tigers.

Another state tournament game Sunday and anotherdominating performance.

Sparked by the big-time outside shooting of junior guardDarrell Lampley and its patented ball-pressure defense, theTigers were more than worthy of their 64-39 victory overAtlantic City in the Group 4 championship game at theRutgers Athletic Center in Piscataway.

"Winning Group 4 was one of our goals," said Lindenhead coach Phil Colicchio, who has now guided the Tigersto their first two state championships in his first nine sea-sons at the helm.

Colicchio guided Linden to its first in 2000 when hisTigers handily defeated Bridgewater-Raritan in the titlecontest.

Linden will next play Non-Public, A state champ SetonHall Prep tonight at 8 in a Tournament of Champions quar-terfinal at the Ritacco Center at Toms River North High.

"We feel we can play with anybody in the state," Colic-chio said. "Does that mean we can't be beat, no. However,the last time we made the TOC we played whiffle ball theday after we won Group 4 and didn't take it seriously. Wewere just happy to be there.

"This time, believe me, there will be no playing whiffleball. We'll be in the gym practicing and practicing hard.Winning the TOC is one of our goals."

Last year, Atlantic City won the championship Lindenwas predicted, by many, to capture. For the Vikings, it wastheir first state championship as they went on to beat Ridge-wood 56-42 in the Group 4 final.

Atlantic City did well to get back to the Group 4 final,but did so with four new starters joining senior point guardFrank Turner. The Vikings hung tough until early in thethird quarter, but proved no match for the Tigers in the end.

Most responsible for turning the game from a closeaffair to a one-sided result was the confident shooting ofLampley. He did it again off the bench, leading Linden inscoring for the fourth time in six state tournament games,this time pouring in 22 to lead all scorers.

For- his outstanding effort, Lampley was named Lin-den's MVP. Senior guard Lawrence Owens paced AtlanticCity with 11 points to earn his team's MVP award.

Owens was the only Viking to score in double digits asLinden held its fourth of six state- tournament foes to lessthan 40 points. This was also Linden's fifth state tourneytriumph by at least 19 points and fourth by more than 20.

"We sealed off their inside," Colicchio said. "Muham-mad (Wilkerson) came up with some key rebounds in thesecond half, with Charles (Miller) on the bench with fourfouls.

"Laron Capers did a good job for us off the bench. Hegoes up against Muhammad and Charles in practice and heprovided us with additional defense."

As for Lampley, his first field goal - which was the firstof his game-high five 3-pointers - gave Linden the lead forgood at 12-10 with 3:19 left in the first quarter.

To say Lampley was on fire would be an understate-ment. He connected on his first four field goal attempts,including his first three 3-pointers. With 3:11 .left in the seG-ond quarter, he was 5-of-6 on field goal attempts, including4-of-5 on 3s for 14 points. Linden led 31-23 at that point.

"It was big, real big," said Lampley of his offensiveexplosion. "Every time the ball left my hand it felt good."

Lampley began the season as Linden's leading scorer,with an average over 12, until a deep thigh bruise that justdidn't heal quickly.

"He suffered it in our Christmas Tournament and hewasn't the same afterwards," Colicchio said. "We shut himdown for awhile before getting him back in the lineup."

"When I was sitting out, I was angry," Lampley recalled."Nothing was going right with it, but the team was stillwinning."

Lampley, guarded by Turner, hit all five of his 3s in thefirst half, with three in the first quarter and two in the sec-ond. His 17 points helped Linden take a 36-25 lead at thehalf. Linden led 23-14 after the first eight minutes.

"We were still very confident at halftime," Atlantic Cityhead coach Eugene Allen said.

"I never saw anybody shoot like that," said Turner, whoplayed against Lampley and Linden sophomore point guardDesmond Wade last summer.

"Darrell has gone through a lot of ups and downs thisseason," Colicchio said. "Lately, he's been getting goodlooks and knocking down his shots."

This was the third straight state playoff game Lampleyhas come off the bench to lead Linden in scoring. Lampleyshot 7-of-12 from the floor, including 5-of-8 from 3-pointrange. He made all three free throws attempted.

As far as leading the team at the point, Wade is playingmore like a senior than a sophomore. He scored 14 points,including two 3-pointers. He also dished out five assistsand had one steal.

"The way he plays out there, he makes it look effortless,but it is far from that," Colicchio said.

Senior guard LJ. McGhee added 11 points, including 7-of-9 from the free throw line. You might say he was themissing piece to the puzzle this year after not being able toplay in last year's state playoffs because of a season-end-ing, mid-campaign injury.

"LJ. broke his foot last year against St. Anthony in agame we won that he scored 15 points against the No. 1team in the nation," Colicchio said. "LJ. and Desmondmake us go. I'm glad LJ. didn't get hurt again."

While Linden shot 18-of-43 from the field, including 7-of-13 from 3-point land, Atlantic City shot 17-of-49 andjust 3-of-10 from downtown.

Linden had a much bigger edge at the free throw line.The Tigers made 21 of 29, while the Vikings missed eightof 10. Atlantic City was O-for-5 from the charity stripe inthe first quarter, which also enabled Linden to get out to itslead.

"We made a lot of shots and in the first quarter it seemedlike'everything we threw up went in," said Colicchio, as histeam made seven of 10 3-point attempts in the first half andshot 45 percent for the first 16 minutes. "However, 1 saidwe would win the game by playing our brand of defenseand that's how we won it."

Linden came up with 11 steals, with Lampley leadingthe way with four. Miller grabbed nine boards and Wilker-son and Capers had five each. Miller, who scored all four ofhis points in the second half, also had three of Linden's sixblocks.

"Charles might not have scored many points, but he is asresponsible for us winning than anyone," Colicchio said."His maturity the last three years has been incredible. 1asked him after the game if he felt it was worth it - threeyears of being yelled at. He said, 'yes;"'

NOTES: Linden improved to 25-6 with its seventhstraight win, while Atlantic City concluded at 24-6.

In winning North 2, Group 4 for the first time in sixyears, Linden defeated two of the top teams in Essex Coun-ty on the road. The Tigers won at Columbia 62-39 in thequarterfinals and then won at East Orange Campus 65-58 inthe semifinals.

Now, the Tigers are preparing to face another EssexCounty powerhouse, Seton Hall Prep.

The Pirates defeated Christian Brothers Academy 58-42in last Saturday's Non-Public, A state championship gameat Ritacco. It was the 10th state title in the past 16 years forSeton Hall Prep under head coach Bob Farrell and its sec-ond straight.

(See Next, Page 10)

BOYS' BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS

Seeding:

1-Bloomfield Tech, Group 1

2-St. Patrick's of Elizabeth, Non-Public, B

3-Haddonfield, Group 2

4-Seton Hall Prep, Non-Public, A

5-Linden, Group 4

6-Hamilton West, Group 3

THURSDAY, MARCH 16

At the Ritacco Center at Toms River North High School

6-Hamilton West vs. 3-Haddonfield, 6 p.m.

5-Linden vs. 4-Seton Hall Prep, 8 p.m.

SATURDAY, MARCH 18

At the Rutgers Athletic Center in Piscataway

Hamilton West/Haddonfield winner vs. 2-St. Patrick's, noon

Linden/Seton Hall Prep winner vs. l-Bloomfield Tech, 2 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22

At Continental Airlines Arena in East Rutherford

Championship game, 8 p.m.

INSIDEPAGEtQ-CranfcrcfHigh swimmer Frenchsplashes competitionin season's final meet

PAGE 11-WrestlerLaraway of Union hasquite a career at St.Benedict's Prep.

PAGE 12 - Railway'sCaSdwelf capturesthird state title.

Cranfbrd'S'Hoganclaims first schoolcrown since 1990.

Wrestler Greeriwaldof Union looks forwardto sensor nationals.

PAGE 13 - Rahwayboys' basketball teamhas much to be proudof this year.

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Next challenge that awaitsis TOC, beginning tonightSeton Hall Prep is foe at Ritacco Center

Photo by Sean Have)

Linden players hoist the 2006 Group 4 state championship trophy after beating Atlantic City64-39 in Sunday's final at the Rutgers Athletic Center in Piscataway. Linden won Group 4for the first time in 2000, beating Bridgewater-Raritan in the final.

French excels in MOC swimmingEven though the Cranford High School swim team con-

cluded its winter season after the Union County Champi-onships, Sean French continued to train for one more highschool meet. French became the first Cranford swimmersince 2003 to qualify for the NJSIAA Meet of Champions.This is a statewide swim meet for those swimmers whoachieved qualifying times during the winter swim season.

French qualified for the 50 freestyle and the 100freestyle. His qualifying time for the 50 freestyle was 22.75and for the 100 freestyle 50.18. In the 50 freestyle, Frenchwas one of 54 swimmers to qualify and in the 100 freestyle,he was one of 48 swimmers to make it. The MOC was heldat the Gloucester County Institute of Technology in Sewellon March 4-5. Sean finished the 50 freestyle with a time of23.26. His time for the 100 freestyle was 51.21.

"I was very excited to have two qualifying times thisyear,' French said. "I was very close last year and I was

BOYS'BASKETBALLTOC WINNERS

2005: Seton Hall Prep2004: St. Anthony

St. Patrick'sSt. AnthonySt. AnthonyCamdenSeton Hall PrepSt. Patrick'sSt. AnthonySt. AnthonySt. AnthonyOrangeSt. AnthonyShawneeSt. AnthonyElizabeth

1989: St. AnthonyA parochial school has reached the

championship game every year.The only four public school win-

ners have been Elizabeth, Shawnee,Orange and Camden.

Elizabeth beat St. Anthony in the1990 final, Shawnee beat Marist in the1992 final, Orange beat PatersonCatholic in the 1994 final and Camdendefeated Seton Hall Prep in the 2000final.

RPYBL havingCraft Fair and Bake Sale

The Roselle Park Youth BaseballLeague will be having a Craft Fair andBake Sale April 1 from 10 a.m. to 4p.m.

It will take place at the RosellePark Little League Fields, which arelocated on West Webster Avenue,directly across from Roselle ParkHigh School.

determined to make it this year. This was a great experienceand I look forward to doing even better next year."

French has been swimming since he could walk. Heswims on three different teams during the course of theyear. In the winter, he swims with the Jersey Gators and theCranford High team. During the summer, he continues totrain with the Jersey Gators and swims with the CranfordGators. For some time, French split time between football,baseball and swimming. He was the inside linebacker andhalfback in football and the third baseman, pitcher andcatcher for his baseball team. This year, he decided to con-centrate on swimming and the results have been outstand-ing. French lost only one race all year and was one of theswimmers responsible for the resurgence of Cranford Highswimming this season.

"His dedication, work ethic and skill level are tremen-dous," Cranford head coach Barbara Kolesa said.

(Continued from Page 9)Seton Hall Prep, which improved to 28-2, shared the

Iron Hills Conference-Iron Division championship withEast Orange, which was the only team it lost to in regularseason play.

Both swept Columbia in conference action.However, the Pirates did not get back to the Essex

County Tournament championship game as they weredefeated by eventual Group 1 state champion BloomfieldTech in the semifinals. Bloomfield Tech went on to win theECT for the first time, defeating first-time finalist, Colum-bia.

Ranked No. 1 in the state, Bloomfield Tech is theTOC'stop seed. In the TOC for the third time in four years,Bloomfield Tech will attempt to win it for the first time.

Meanwhile, Linden will attempt to beat defending TOCchampion Seton Hall Prep to get another crack at Bloom-fieldTech.

The Tigers lost to Bloomfield Tech in their second gameof the year, which was a 62-54 decision at Kean Universityin Union back on Dec. 18.

Linden's six losses have come to Plainfield twice,Bloomfield Tech, St. Anthony, DeMatha and St. Benedict'sPrep.

"I made our schedule to showcase our kids and to get usready for tournaments such as this," Colicchio said."McGhee and Miller are college players and Wade is one ofthe best point guards in the country. We are big-game readybecause of our schedule."

Seton Hall Prep was sparked by sophomore guard Ash-ton Gibbs in its win over CBA. He led the Pirates with 23points and is the team's leading scorer with a 15.2 average.North Carolina State-bound senior Dan Werner paced CBAwith a 19-point effort.

Seton Hall Prep also defeated CBA in last year's Non-Public, A final en route to its second TOC title. The Piratesdowned CBA 48-40.

Seton Hall Prep won its first TOC crown in 1999.St. Patrick's, the Non-Public, B state champion and sec-

ond seed, won TOC titles in 1998 behind Al Harrington andin 2003 behind Mike Nardi.

Haddonfield, behind 7-2 senior Duke-bound centerBrian Zoubek, defeated Newark Central 82-57 in Sunday'sGroup 2 final, earning its third straight state championship.The South Jersey power has yet to make it to a TOC titlegame.

St. Anthony has won the most TOC championships,with nine.

Group 4 championship gameAtlantic City (24-6) 14 11 7 7-39Linden (25-6) 23 13 14 14-64

ATLANTIC CITY: Darnell Davis 3-0-0-6, Dante Bai-ley 3-0-0-6, Akeera Lloyd 1 -1 -0-5, Lawrence Owens 5-0-1 -11, Khalif Tombs 1-0-1-3, Keshaun Jones 0-0-0-0, KuhreeMcNair 1-0-0-2, Joe Bonanni 0-0-0-0, Exanrus Klevins 0-0-0-0, Umar Shannon 0-0-0-0, Jamal Edwards 0-0-0-0,Buddy Mancuso 0-0-0-0, Ronnie Rodriguez 0-0-0-0.Totals: 14-3-2-39. Field goals: 17-49 (3-10 3-PT). Freethrows: 2-10. Rebounds: 18 offense, 17 defense for 35.Assists: 8. Turnovers: 20. Blocks: 6. Steals: 6.

LINDEN: Muhammad Wilkerson 2-0-6-10, CharlesMiller 2-0-0-4, LJ. McGhee 2-0-7-11, Desmond Wade 2-2-4-10, Ahmad Harris 0-0-0-0, Darrell Lampley 2-5-3-22,Michael Olbrys 0-0-0-0, Laron Capers 0-0-1-1, LamarCharles 1-0-0-2, O'Neil Thomas 0-0-0-0, FrankSzczepanik 0-0-0-0, Brian Ostraticky 0-0-0-0. Totals: 11 -7-21-64. Field goals: 18-43 (7-13 3-PT). Free throws: 21-29. Rebounds: 12 offense, 20 defense for 32. Assists: 9.Turnovers: 15. Blocks: 6. Steals: 11.

ONE DOMINATING PERFORMANCEAFTER ANOTHER

FOR TIGERS

NORTH JERSEY, SECTION 2, GROUP 4

Feb. 27: 5-Linden 62, 12-Phillipsburg 33 at Linden

March 1: 5-Linden 62, 4-Columbia 39 at ColumbiaMarch 3: 5-Linden 65, 1-East Orange Campus 58 at

East Orange

March 6: 5-Linden 64, 3-Plainfield 38 at Elizabeth

GROUP 4 SEMIFINALS

March 8: Linden 70, Passaic 51 at Elizabeth

GROUP 4 FINAL

March 12: Linden 64, Atlantic City 39 at Rutgers

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MarchMadnesshits teamMinutemen win5 tilts in 8 days

March Madness has reachedSpringfield.

The Springfield Minutemen 8thgrade basketball team began their ownversion of March Madness, with fivegames in eight days.

Springfield did quite well to win allfive games.

The Minutemen first defeated visit-ing Berkeley Heights 61-44 in theirregular-season finale.

Josh Kest led all scorers with 16points, while Titus Upton added II.

Sammy Dushkin and Tom Clarkboth had a hot hand in the second half,each sinking all three shots theyattempted, while finishing with sevenpoints apiece.

Prior to the Berkeley Heights tri-umph, Springfield beat New Egypt bya score of 48-32 in the first round ofthe annual Dunellen Tournament.

Kest, Upton and Alex Popoloni,who scored 10 points on 5-of-7 shoot-ing, paced the offense.

Jordan Sack and Jason Condonadded two points. Springfieldoutscored New Egypt 20-7 in the thirdquarter.

The Minutemen next played NorthPlainfield in the quarterfinals andcame away with a hard-fought 51-43triumph.

After trailing 21-16 at the half, theMinutemen went on a 9-0 run to takethe lead for good.

Karp led the scoring with 16points, including two big 3-pointers inthe second half

Sack had a team-high three 3s andfinished with llpoints.

Strong rebounding by Kest andUpton helped overpower a formidableNorth Plainfield foe.

In the semifinals, Springfielddefeated a tough Bernardsville squad65-59.

After leading 38-27 at the half,Springfield bolted to an 8-0 run andwere caught.

Kest was big again for the Minute-men i pouring in 29 on a phenomenal13-of-16 shooting spree.-<'ifcalso,di4"well:t0 haul in as many-

as 10 rebounds.Upton scored 13 and Popoloni 12,

with the latter connecting on two 3-pointers.

Springfield was scheduled to playSouth Plainfield in the final.

In the first round of their own tour-nament, the Minutemen defeated visit-ing New Providence 58-40.

Springfield opened a 24-8 leadafter the first quarter and led by a com-manding scoe of 42-16 at the halftimeintermission.

Kest and Upton scored 11 points,while Popoloni added nine and, FrankRusso six.

Condon and Dan Osias chipped inwith four points and Ross Goldfarbhad two.

Karp and Popoloni netted a 3-pointers.

Union resident Bobby Laraway, standing above the No. 1, captured his first National PrepTournament title this season, winning at 171 pounds. He concluded a stellar career at St.Benedict's Prep in Newark with a 162-32 lifetime mark. Laraway, who will compete in nextweek's senior nationals in Pittsburgh, sported a 44-4 record this year.

Laraway wrestles betterwhen he doesn't set goalsUnion resident had quite a career at Sf. Benedict's

By Jeff CumminsStaff Writer

Bobby Laraway has an interesting take on his successas a high school wrestler. He said he wrestles better whenhe doesn't set goals for himself.

Admittedly, that's a unique approach, but when you lis-ten to Laraway, you suddenly understand his perspective.

"I try not to have goals or expectations, because that'sjust not my thing," Laraway said. "It doesn't work for me."

"It just sets me up for a bigger fall if I fail. If you set agoal to go undefeated, that was one of my biggest things.The third match of my season this year, I went out and lostand one of my goals was to go undefeated. I was kind ofdistraught about it for a little bit. Last year, I went intoNationals with no expectations, no goals. I just wanted todo well and I ended up taking second, just doing what I nor-mally do. This year, I said I'm just going to do what I dobest and I went out there and took care of business."

You certainly can't argue with his results. Laraway, aUnion resident who wrestles for St. Benedict's Prep inNewark, recently won the Prep National Wrestling Cham-pionship at 171 pounds, finishing his high school careerwith a record of 162-32. Clearly, his strategy of not settinggoals for himself must work, though it might seem a littleunorthodox to some.

Laraway is one of those wrestlers who absorbed a fairamount through osmosis. He started wrestling when he wasage 5 - yes, five years old, when he saw his cousins wres-tle for St. Benedict's. Then he began to attend wrestlingclubs, first Drillmasters, then Peak, in order to hone histechnique.

Then, with the move to St. Benedict's, Laraway wasintroduced to a new approach to the sport. For mostwrestlers at local public and parochial high schools, there'sa certain familiarity with most opponents. That doesn'tapply to wrestling at the prep level and Laraway is certainthat lack of familiarity with his opponents will help him atthe collegiate level.

"I like wrestling nationals because you get guys from allaround the country," Laraway said. "No one knows any-body, really. You might know a particular style, but youdon't know a name.

"There's no watching people's videos, no studying peo-ple. It's all about going out there and it's more of a college-type atmosphere. You really don't know your opponents toowell, so you go out there and it's unpredictable, more sothan if you wrestled at a local public school.

"If I wrestled at a public school, I'd meet the same guysnumerous times and I would know how to wrestle them. Itjust gives you more of an edge when you know how towrestle someone.

• "Going to St. Benedict's has helped a lot because youunderstand what it means to take an eight-hour bus ride andwrestle four or five matches. In college, those are the typesof things you do. It's a little bit of a perk. It's more prepa-ration for college wrestling, I think."

Another factor that might aid Laraway is the sheerlength of his season. He finished 44-4 in this, his senioryear. That may be an amazing amount of matches for awrestler, were he at a public school.

"Compared to public schools, it's a lot of matches," Lar-away said. "We've got 20 matches in dual meets and thenall the rest are the four or five matches you have everyweek at a tournament.

"We start before every one, with Nov. 1 our officialstarting date. We usually end up grabbing all the guys our-selves and doing preseason workouts on our own. We justdo that by ourselves."

Right now, Laraway is preparing for senior nationals.After that, he'll probably get serious about where he'llwrestle in college. Last week, he dealt with calls from Wis-consin and Northern Iowa.

Whichever school he signs with will certainly reap thebenefit of getting a wrestler who's used to a collegiate sea-son, where you don't know your opponents as well.

NOTES: The prep nationals consisted of 550 wrestlersfrom 121 schools. Laraway defeated Robby Neil of Peddiein Hightstown in the final.

The Senior Nationals High School Wrestling Champi-onships and Convention will take place at the PetersenEvents Center in Pittsburgh, Pa. from March 23-26. Built in2002, the facility seats more than 10,000.

Laraway's talent was immediately apparent to St. Bene-dict's coach Mike DiPiano, who's seen his share of highly-successful wrestlers at the Newark school.

"We have a pretty rich tradition in wrestling and Bobbystepped right into the lineup as a true freshman," DiPianosaid. "He won 35 matches his first year and that really setthe tone for his career. He ended up being a two-time AI1-American and he's a national prep champ this year at 171after finishing second last year at 171.

"He's now third on the all-time St. Benedict's win listwith his 162-32 record. For someone to get into the top fivein career wins at St. Benedict's, they have to wrestle rightaway.

"His first year, he wrestled at 135, which isn't an easyweight class to come into as a freshman. A lot of freshmenwin a lot of matches at 103 or 112, Bobby did it at a heav-ier weight and most of his losses were in his freshman andsophomore years."

Staff Writer Jeff Cummins may be reached for [email protected].

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RAHWAY152 Darrion Caldwell, Rahway, pinned Dan Indellicati, Hightstown, 0:50 .152 Darrion Caldwell, Railway, dec. CJ Inglin, Delaware Valley, 11-8152 Darrion Caldwell, Rahway, pinned Nick Weaver, Central Regional, 1:17152 Darrion Caldwell, Rahway, dec. John Mangini, Hillsborough, 14-8 :171 Hye-Chun Gehring, Nutley, major dec. Shedrick Goodridge, Rahway, 15-5HWT Andre Neblett, Rahway, dec. Drew Mackay, Spotswood, 6-1HWT Mike Ragone, Camden Catholic, dec. Andre Neblett, Rahway, 4-3HWT Andre Neblett, Rahway, dec. Bradley McLaren, Columbia, 6-2HWT Andre Neblett, Rahway, pinned Randy Martinez, Teaneck, 0:40HWT Adam Henig, Toms River East, dee. Andre Neblett, Rahway, 4-3HWT Andre Neblett, Rahway, won match by injury forfeit over Mike Ragone,Camden Catholic, for fifth.Caldwell finished 39-0 and 146-4 lifetime.Goodridge finished 27-6.Neblett finished 35-3 and 95-12 lifetime.

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103 Kenny Knapp, .Brearley, tech. fali Charlie McGuinness, P-Burg, IK-2; 6;()ii103 Matt Oliver, Toms River North, dec. Kenny Knapp, Brearley, S-2103 Joey Langel, Howell, dec. Kenny Knapp, Brearley, 4-2215 Jesse Boyden, Brearley, dec. Marquise Johnson, North •Bergen, 7-6215 Jack Corcoran, St. Joseph's, dec. Jesse Boyden, Brearley, 9-4215 Jesse Boyden, Brearley, dec. Glen Carson, Southern. 5-3215 Jesse Boyden, Brearley, dec. Cory Ferguson, Collingswood, 3-2215 Alex Silvestro, Paulsboro, pinned Jesse Boyden, Brearley, 1:21215 Bryan Fill, Hasbrouck Heights, pinned Jesse Boyden, Brear., 5:40 for 5th.Knapp finished 37-5.Boyden finished 39-5, sixth at 215 and has won over 30 matches in each of hisfirst two years. ;

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CRANFORD171 Pat Hogan, Cranford, dec. John Kane, Livingston, 6-3171 Pat Hogan, Cranford, dec. Mike Winkelspecht, Williamstown, 4-2 i171 Pat Hogan, Cranford, dec. Dillon Landi, West Morris, 4-3171 Pat Hogan, Cranford, dec. Anthony Trongone, Camden Catholic, 3-2Hogan finished 32-0 and 107-19 lifetime.

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JOHNSON119 Anthony Priore, Johnson, dec. Anthony Bachmann, Rutherford. 5-2119 Matt Rega, Point Beach, dec. Anthony Priore, Johnson, 8-7119 Anthony Priore, Johnson, dec. Matt Friedeborn, Lawrence, 6-3119 Mike Bastante, Passaic Valley, dec. Anthony Priore, Johnson, 6-3 : rPriore finished 33-5. He will enter his senior season at 88-13. '

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WESTF1ELD145 Andrew Shaffer, Westfield, dec. Matt Lemma, Haddon Township, 14-10145 Frank Buenafuente, Garfield, pinned Andrew Shaffer, Westfield, 2:48145 Bob Mathews, Pompton Lakes, dec. Andrew Shaffer, Westfield, 9-2Shaffer finished 30-7.

SCOTCH PLAINS119 Steve Fallon, Old Bridge, pinned Sal Gano, Scotch Plains, 2:34189 George Kocher, Bergen Cath., pinned Nick Giannacci, Scotch Plains,Gano finished 33-7.Giannacci finished 32-6.

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ST. MARY'S RUTHERFORD, David Greenwald of Union |135 David Greenwald, St. Mary's, pinned Eddie Aponte, Egg Harbor, 1:05135 David Greenwald, St. Mary's, dec. Ryan Brown, Camden Catholic, 7-A '••135 David Greenwaid, St. Mary's, pinned Luke Lanno, Southern, 3:50 j135 Jordan Burroughs, Winslow Twp., dec. David Greenwald, St. Mary's,19-8Greenwald finished 33-3 and 135-11 lifetime.

Nettes capture regular season hoop crown j"The Springfield Nettes captured the regular season crown in the Garden; State

League Central Division with their 15th straight win March 7.Springfield defeated Montgomery 36-18 to enter the league playoffs with an

11-1 division record and 16-1 overall mark. The Nettes came out aggressive inthis game, wanting to seal the title decisively. Jumping out to an 11 -1 lead, theynever looked back. Anna Lies and Jennifer Kuczynski got things started, .scor-ing four and three points, respectively, in the first. Emily MacDonnell took overin the second, playing point guard and scoring six of her total 10 points anil get-ting two assists. Kuczynski, who finished with five points, directed the offensein the second half. She dished out three assists, while 6 different players scored.

Lies was impressive by finishing with five steals and 10 points. Katie Con-don, Jessica Condon, Amanda Stein, Rachel Usdin and Lindsey Gaon also con-tributed defensively, with each player doing well to grab a rebound and a! steal.Breanne Mooney also played well on defense and scored one point. AllisonWeber grabbed four rebounds and scored four points, while Brooke Lantibrgrabbed three rebounds and scored two points. Krista Delia had another solidouting, with four points, two rebounds and two steals. This team, characterizedby its aggressive trapping defense and fast transition offense, is looking forwardto a. busy post season. |

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Cranford's Hogan realizesd re a m in winning 171 title


The only goal Pat Hogan had this year was winning astate championship. Winning the county, winning District11 and winning Region 3 were nice, but those were onlymere formalities.

The standout senior grappler from Cranford wasfocused solely on getting back to Atlantic City and winningfour times without getting beat. Not many of us are able tomake our dreams come true. Hogan just did.

Before a Sunday crowd of almost 12,000 at BoardwalkHall in Atlantic City, Hogan held on to defeat AnthonyTrongone of Camden Catholic of Cherry Hill 3-2 in the171-pound final to capture his first NJSIAA Tournamentchampionship. The victory capped a perfect 32-0 seasonand closed Hogan's lifetime mark to an impressive 107-19.

Was finally becoming a state champion as wonderful ashe had dreamed it to be?

"Even more," Said Hogan from his home Sunday night,as he was able to separate himself from whatever buffettable he was attacking, now that wrestling season is over.

"It really is a dream come true," Hogan continued. "It'sunbelievable. It really hasn't sunk in yet."

CRANFORD STATE CHAMPS2006: Pat Hogan, 171

1990: Willie Carpenter, 1121961: Richard Prior, 1231959: George Craft, 178

A single-leg takedown with 1:15 remaining in the thirdperiod provided the deciding point against Trongone, whowas the third-seeded grappler on the top side of the brack-et. Trongone defeated top-seeded Tommy Spellman of Kit-tatinny and second-seeded Kyle Kiss of Ocean Township.

Hogan cut Trongone loose with 45 seconds left in thethird to trim his lead to 3-2 and then used his strength andagility to hang on after a tie-up. Hogan prevented Trangonefrom breaking free to earn an escape point and tie thematch. Hogan then fell to the mat on his back to initiallyrejoice his monumental victory.

"I was so extremely focused and calm the entire tourna-ment," said Hogan, who reached the 160 quarterfinals lastyear. Hogan could not wrestle in the states two years agobecause of a broken hand injury he suffered while winningRegion 3 for the first of three times.

"I just wanted to go out and wrestle my best, which Idid," Hogan said. "I wrestled a smart match and knew thatTrongone was strong. Actually, I was more emotional afterwinning in the semifinals. I couldn't talk for 15 minutes. Iwas hysterically crying and shaking."

Hogan, the third seed on the bottom side of the bracket,defeated Dillon Landi of West Morris 4-3 in Saturday'ssemifinal. His first two wins also came by decision.

PAT HOGAN 4-0 IN ATLANTIC CITY171 Final: dec. Anthony Trongone, Camden Catholic, 3-2171 Semifinal: dec. Dillon Landi, West Morris, 4-3171 Quarter: dec. Mike Winkelspecht, Williamstown, 4-2171 Pre-quarter: dec. John Kane, Livingston 6-3

•"I let myself down last year by not training as hard as I

should have," Hogan said. "The pain of losing stayed withme. I thought about that, picturing that in my head cominginto the states. That made me work a lot harder."

Hogan became only the fourth wrestler from Cranford towin a state championship and the first since Willie Carpen-ter won the 112 crown in 1990. The first Cranford statechampion was George Craft at 178 in 1959 and the secondwas Richard Prior at 123 in 1961.

"Pat wrestled a great tournament," Cranford head coachDarren Torsone said. "He saved his best wrestling for thelast tournament of the year, which is what you like to see."

Hogan was one of the most consistent of the 14 statechamps, giving his fans six minutes of wrestling each time.

"Pat doesn't have a weak area in wrestling," Torsonesaid. "He was great on his feet, great on top and nobody canhold him down. He was great in all three areas and neededto be so in all of his matches. He had to take his kid downin all of his matches."

Hogan is still seeking the right fit for college, with manymore interested after what he just achieved.

"I'll be in contact with a lot of colleges the next coupleof weeks," Hogan said.

In addition, Hogan will take eating to the next level,now that he doesn't have to watch his weight.

"I hit a couple of buffets, went to Friendly's and am eat-ing as much as I can," Hogan said.

No doubt his meals taste a whole lot better after realiz-ing a lifelong dream.

"I've been wrestling since the 5th grade," Hogan said. "Iwas in deep prayer the whole weekend. I was trying not tothink about the match and focus on the Lord."

As a result, Cranford has a state championship wrestlerfor the first time in 16 years.

•HERE'S A LOOK AT HOGAN'S

OUTSTANDING YEAR-BY-YEAR RECORD2006: Senior - 32-0, NJSIAA Tournament champ at 1712005: Junior - 29-2, NJSIAA Tournament 160 quarters2004: Sophomore - 28-6, NJSIAA T. qualifier at 1522003: Freshman - 18-11 at 140Lifetime mark: 107-19• Hogan also performed quite well in other tournaments .He captured two UCTs and was second once, two District11s and was second once and three Region 3s.

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NJSIAA TOURNAMENT RESULTS, Page 11

Pat Hogan is Cran-ford's first NJSIAATournament championwrestler in 16 yearsand fourth overall. Thesenior won at 17.1 tofinish a perfect 32-0.His lifetime record is107-19.

Photo by Sean Havey

Greenwald looks to nationalsBy Jeff Cummins

Staff WriterWrestling is a sport that requires incredible discipline.

Coaches will gladly tell anyone willing to listen that adher-ence to that discipline will take a wrestler a long way.

In David Greenwald's case, that discipline has takenhim across .the country for wrestling tournaments, to anational championship in freestyle and Greco-Romanwrestling in the 8th grade, to four consecutive years inwhich he placed in the state tournament, to back-to-backappearances in the state finals, and, ultimately, to the Uni-versity of Northern Iowa, where he'll continue hiswrestling career in college.

If any parent wants to know the benefits gained fromwrestling, David Greenwald's career should be consideredexhibit A. Greenwald, a Union resident, lost a controversial9-8 decision Sunday to Jordan Burroughs of WinslowTownship in the NJSIAA Tournament final at 135 pounds.Rather than mope about the defeat, Greenwald respondedwith the resolve inspired by that wrestling discipline, vow-ing to defeat Burroughs if the two meet in the SeniorNationals later this month in Pittsburgh.

Greenwald concluded a stellar high school career with arecord of 135-11, including a 33-3 mark this year. Those arenumbers that would make many wrestlers beam with pride,but Greenwald chooses a different, more humble manner.

He's proud of his accomplishment, but he's not the typeof athlete to boast. He chooses to reflect on his career in amanner that exudes a quiet, dignified pride, well aware ofall the work he's invested to arrive at this point.

"I did pretty decent, actually pretty good, placing fourthas a freshman, fifth as a senior and second my junior andsenior years," Greenwald said. "Those are pretty goodaccolades. I'm the fourth person to become a four-timechamp in Region 4, so that's pretty good."

Greenwald is a master of understatement. The truth isthat those accomplishments are outstanding in a sport inwhich most participants would be more than satisfied witha district championship or the championship of a local tour-nament. Greenwald's relentless dedication to his craft is sointense that most wrestlers would be inclined to concedethat the price is too high. Not Greenwald, who embracedthe discipline instilled by his father, Gary, who put Davidon the path to success at a very young age.

"David and I made a commitment to each other yearsago," Gary Greenwald said. "If he worked with me, I'dmake him a champion. He helped, I helped and everybodyhelped along the way, including his coaches and his club.

I'm proud of what he's done. His career is far superior tothat of 99 percent of the people out there. It's not a moneysport. It's a sport that can get you a scholarship and teachyou about discipline."

David Greenwald's discipline was evident in the com-mute he made every day from his home in Union to St.Mary's High School in Rutherford, a trip that would havemost adults grumbling about their lot. Greenwald alsomade the trips to the Drillmasters wrestling club in Butler,another destination that wasn't exactly around the corner.

Did he complain about the long commutes? He certain-ly didn't let anyone know if he wasn't happy with the longdrive, choosing instead to focus on the work he had to do toimprove, while maintaining grades that would allow col-leges to see him as a well-rounded candidate who excelledon the wrestling mat while managing the rigors of his stud-ies. Gary. Greenwald noted that in the final moments of thetitle match on Sunday, David and Burroughs gripped eachother's ankles, with Burroughs getting a slight tilt as timeexpired. The elder Greenwald added that after the refereeconferred for several seconds, they raised Burroughs' handas the winner, awarding him two decisive back points.

It was a defeat that many would find devastating, butnot David Greenwald. Looking ahead to Senior Nationals,he wasn't obsessed with the loss to Burroughs, but if theyhappen to meet again, Greenwald was determined tochange the outcome. "I definitely want to meet him again,"Greenwald said. "There will be different refs this time."

NOTES: Greenwald's first loss this year was to Bur-roughs by an 8-4 score back on Jan. 29 at the one-day NewJersey Coaches Invitational. His second loss was to aBound Brook's Nick Murray.

The Senior Nationals High School Wrestling Champi-onships and Convention will take place at the PetersenEvents Center in Pittsburgh, Pa. from March 23-26. Built in2002, the facility seats.more than 10,000,

HERE'S A LOOK AT GREENWALD'SOUTSTANDING RECORD AT ST. MARY'S

2006: Senior - 33-3, 2nd in NJSIAA Tournament at 1352005: Junior - 36-2, 2nd in NJSIAA Tournament at 1352004: Sophomore - 32-2, 5th in NJSIAA Toura. at 1192003: Freshman - 34-4, 4th in NJSIAA Toum. at 112Lifetime mark: 135-11• Greenwald was the 4th to win four Region 4 crowns.

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Jersey. The Rahway standout won his third NJSIAA Tournament title Sunday at AtlanticCity to finish his senior season perfect at 39-0. Caldwell's final record is a stellar 146-4.

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Rahway's Caldwell among New Jersey's finest;Nehlett does well to place 5th at heavyweight


Thbre's no truth to the rumor that Rahway's varsitywrestlers considered putting neon letters on their varsityjackets.

The Indians don't need anything flashy-to announcetheir presence. Their performance does that for them.

Standout senior Darrion Caldwell concluded 39-0 thisyear, running his career record to 146-4, which goes downas one of the best records in state history.

Caldwell moved up in weight to win the NJSIAA Tour-nament championship at 152 pounds with a 14-8 win overJohn Mangini of Hillsborough in Sunday's final at AtlanticCity's Boardwalk Hall.

By going 4-0 over the weekend, Caldwell becameUnion County's first 3-time state champion and Rahway'sas well.

Of the 11 state championships won by Rahway grap-plers, Caldwell has captured three of them. Harvey Kirby isthe only other two-time winner, capturing Rahway's firsttwo in 1951 and 1952.

Here's a closer look at Rahway's state championwrestlers:

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RAHWAY STATE CHAMPS2006: Darrion Caldwell, 1522005: Darrion Caldwell, 130

2005: Ryan Wilson, 1122004: Darrion Caldwell, 119

2001: Dan Garay, 2151998: Antonio Garay, HWT

1966: Dan Halsey, 1361955: Louis Garay, 148

1952: Tom Thompson, 1411952: Harvey Kirby, 1231951: Harvey Kirby, 113

The Indian accolades didn't stop with Caldwell. Fellowstandout senior Andre Neblett finished fifth in the state atheavyweight after placing sixth in his first trip to AC lastseason. That's not bad, particularly when you consider thatcoach Anthony Reinoso had to persuade Neblett not to quitthe sport every year he wrestled.

"I've had a unique relationship with Andre," Reinososaid. I'm not just his wrestling coach. I also coach him infootball and track, so we're together nine months out of theyear, every day.

"He really doesn't enjoy wrestling that much, becauseit's such a demanding sport, time-wise, and, physically,with everything that goes along with it, it's tough. He cameout as a freshman and was undefeated at junior varsity. Wedidn't want him to experience any negativity, so we let himgo JV. His first year of varsity, he went all the way to fourthin the region as a 215-pounder and he was very upset anddidn't want to wrestle the next year.

"I said to him, 'You don't take fourth in the region andnot wrestle,' so we kept on him. He tried to quit a fewtimes, but we talked him back into it and then he placedsixth in the state last year. Even this year, he didn't know ifhe wanted to wrestle or not. After it was all said and donein Atlantic City, he said, 'I hate all the hard work I do forthis sport, but I'm sure going to miss it.'"

If Neblett had any distinct advantage in wrestling, it washis incredible athleticism, something he shares with Cald-well. Both wrestlers can do back flips. It's one thing forCaldwell to do a back flip, but Neblett, an all-state line-backer in football, weighs 275 pounds. The fact that a 275-pound guy can do a back flip is impressive by any stan-dards, to say nothing of his wrestling ability.

Neblett, who will play football at Temple, finished hiswrestling career with an outstanding final record of 95-12,including 35-3 this year. Those are pretty good numbers forsomeone who really doesn't like the sport.

There's little that can be said about Caldwell's wrestlingability that hasn't already been said. Forget about the statechampionships, and the gold medals and the scholarship toNorth Carolina State.

Caldwell's wrestling ability is poetic, even for thosewho know little about the sport. !

Caldwell is fluid with his movements and he's cat- jquick, too. Those two attributes have left opponents trying;to take him down like trying to get a fistful of water. Cald-well is seldom in one spot long enough to get any sort of;hold on him.

In his freshman year, he lost to Delbarton's Mike Grey,who went on to become the first wrestler in state history towin four state championships. Reinoso thinks if they were ithe same weight now, Caldwell would come away with thewin.

"He's been getting better each year," Reinoso said. "Hewas in Mike Grey's weight class that year and he lost toGrey. I think if they were the same weight now, it wouldn'teven be close, Darrion would be better."

Grey pinned Caldwell in the 103-pound Region 3 semi-finals in 2003, with Caldwell finishing third in the region '•and then fourth in the NJSIAA Tournament.

Grey's final record reads 158-2, with just out-of-state ;losses last year and this year.

Both wrestlers finished undefeated in two seasons, withGrey doing so his freshman and sophomore campaigns andCaldwell doing so as a sophomore and senior.

Caldwell started wrestling in the 5th grade and he's beengetting better each year. i

"Once we got him on the high school level, we wereable to hone his skills," Reinoso said. "He learned more andstarted wrestling more in the offseason. He placed fourth inthe Freestyle Nationals last year in Fargo, N.D. He's an All-American."

Caldwell, who entered the season with little to justify,said his best motivation was trying to prove to himself justhow good he was.

"I just wanted to go out there this season and prove tomyself that I was good enough to wrestle with the best,"Caldwell said. "A lot of people said I was winning becauseI was wrestling guys who were lighter than me and I want-ed to see where I fit, whether I could bump up and wrestleguys with more weight. I didn't cut any weight this sea-son."

Simply put, there's nothing more for Caldwell to accom-plish at the high school level. His utter domination of oppo-nents puts him in rare company. It's only appropriate thathe's moving on to wrestle at North Carolina State, wherewrestlers might just have a chance to be competitive with;him.

NOTES: Caldwell will also play football for the Wolf-pack.

Caldwell's pin of Nick Weaver of Central Regional ofBayville in 1:17 in their semifinal bout Saturday was hisstate-record tying 101st of his career.

He now shares the mark with Pat Lynch, who firstaccomplished the feat during his senior year at Ocean Cityin 1991.

HERE'S A LOOK AT CALDWELL'SYEAR-BY-YEAR RECORD,

ONE OF THE BEST IN STATE HISTORY2006: Senior - 39-0, NJSIAA Tournament champ at 1522005: Junior - 34-1, NJSIAA Tournament champ at 1302004: Sophomore - 37-0, NJSIAA Toum. champ at 1192003: Freshman - 36-3, 4th in NJSIAA Tourn. at 103Lifetime mark: 146-4Union County Tournament: 4 championshipsDistrict 11: 4 championshipsRegion 3: 3 championshipsNJSIAA Tournament: 3 championships• Caldwell became only the fifth wrestler and first fromRahway to win four UCTs.• Caldwell became the first grappler from Union Countyand Rahway to win three NJSIAA Tournament titles.• Caldwell and Ocean City 1991 graduate Pat Lynch nowshare the state record for most pins at 101.



Among best in state at 215

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Brearley standout wrestler Jesse Boyden, top, concluded a highly-successful sopho-more season by placing sixth at 215 pounds at last weekend's NJSIAA Tournament atAtlantic City's Boardwalk Hall. Boyden paced the Bears in wins, finishing at 39-5. Seestate tournament coverage on Page 12.

Linden bounces Passaicin boys' Group 4 semisCoach Colicchio: this is a complete team

Rahway boys' basketballhas season to rememberHighlight is capturing Central Jersey, Group 2


The first reaction of the Rahway boys' basketball teamwill naturally be disappointment. Every team starts a sea-son hoping to win the ultimate championship it's compet-ing for. But in this case, once the team gets a chance to lookback on its season, every player and coach will see there areplenty of reasons to be proud.

No, Rahway didn't win the Group 2 state title. Thosedreams ended when the Indians fell to eventual 3-peatchampion Haddonfield 71-37 in a March 8 semifinal atPerth Amboy. But the fact remains that this Rahway teamaccomplished things its predecessors didn't.

This Rahway squad finished 22-8 and captured the Cen-tral Jersey, Group 2 championship with a seventh consecu-tive victory. That was the first sectional championship wonby the Rahway boys' team since the 1996 team capturedNorth 2, Group 3 honors with present head coach ChrisRemley the assistant to John Petela. .

Remley went on to become the girls' head coach at Rah-way before becoming the boys' head coach this year. Healso guided the girls' team to a sectional title.

Rahway also captured the Mountain Valley Confer-ence's Mountain Division title, sporting a fine 13-1 confer-ence mark. The Indians also made it to the Union CountyTournament semifinals for a second straight season.

<•• However the-No. 4 - goal was winning Central Jersey,Group 2. Since the NJSIAA went to its yearly-reclassifica-tion, this was the third straight year that Rahway reachedthe Central Jersey, Group 2 championship game. NewBrunswick defeated the Indians 61 -42 in 2004, while Rari-tan turned back Rahway 52-50 last year.

So, the bottom line is that most will look back on^thisseason with smiles on their faces.

"Going into the season, one of our goals was to win ourconference, another one was to get back to the semifinals ofthe Union County Tournament and another was to win thesection," Remley said. "So, if you throw out the Haddon-field game, this was a pretty good year, which is what I toldour players."

Frankly, you could say that Rahway had a more than avery good year. The Indians had been to the sectional finalthe last two years, only to fall. Had that happened again, theIndians would have been haunted by the prospect of hear-ing reports of a state semi game they weren't playing in.

•Rahway was even the underdog in its sectional semifi-nal at top-seeded Weequahic. The Indians were determinedto get back to the sectional final and wouldn't let the Wee-quahic Indians or senior Keon Lawrence get in their way.

Rahway met Weequahic at Newark Vo-Tech andexcelled in front of a hostile crowd. While Lawrencesparked Weequahic to a lead in the first half, the Indiansremained patient and took over in the second, sparked bythe scoring of seniors Earl Clark and Ishmyl Johnson.

Clark, who will continue at Louisville, outscoredLawrence by a 41-40 count. Rahway went on to win deci-sively by a 75-63 score. Lawrence, who may or may notplay at Missouri, finished with more than 2,000 points.

Weequahic fans were heard quietly acknowledging thatRahway was for real and that swingman Clark was juststarting to scratch the surface of his ability.

There was an even greater chance for fourth-seededRahway to lose in the sectional final to third-seeded Man-asquan in a game played at South Brunswick. Manasquanplayed unselfish basketball and had no real stars, forcingRahway to defend each player with gusto.

Rahway had to be worried a'bit when it fell behind by12 in the second quarter, but that was when the Indiansshowed their inner strength, chipping away at the deficitbefore storming back in the second half to win 63-56.

So, in future years, when the tale of this season is writ-ten, the lasting impression will be how the team overcameadversity to win the sectional championship. Indeed, theplayers will always remember the moments when their fansstormed the court following the traditional post-game hand-shake with Manasquan. Despite playing in a gym filledwith numerous Manasquan fans, despite playing a first halfin which it seemed that Clark was being fouled on almostevery possession, Rahway kept its composure and found away to win.

Clark justified his status as a McDonald's All-America,making foul shots when he had to, grabbing key reboundsand consistently scoring in double digits despite being fre-quently double-teamed. Clark led Rahway again with 19

• points against Manasquan. Johnson poured in 17 after net-ting 18 in the win over Weequahic.

"Considering his hype coming into the season, for me,being an ex-player, it would be hard to come into the sea-son and perform as well as he did," Remley said. "Whenyou play against teams like Linden, St. Patrick's and Had-donfield, you're playing against better players. You've gotgood players keying on you with other players right behind,helping. That's hard. ,

"I think Earl competed in every game. Even when I tookhim out with three-plus minutes left against Haddonfield,

he said, 'Coach, I still want to play.' I like that about him.He's very competitive and there's no doubt that he led us."

• Johnson, Rahway's muscular center, used his consider-able bulk to impose the Indians' will on their opponents,out-muscling opposing players in the scrum underneath thebasket to pull down critical rebounds, often giving Rahwaysecond and third chances on some possessions.

"Ishmyl was just the dirty guy. He did all the toughthings, getting all the rebounds, getting the putbacks,"Remley said. "When things weren't going well offensively,he was always there to get that one more rebound and getthat one more putback."

Then there is senior point guard Steve Keker. WhenRahway took the court, Keker didn't strike fear in manyteams. After he'd played for a while, Keker just left thisnagging feeling with his opponents, whose memories ofhim must include seeing him scrape his elbows while div-ing on the floor for a loose ball.

"Keker? I just put him in the other day for all-confer-ence, not for stats, just on heart," Remley said. "He justdefended so well. He knew, offensively, he was limited, buthe knew where the ball should go and he got it there. In biggames, he was making that steal and he was diving on thefloor. He's a throwback from my generation."

Keker scored five against Weequahic and seven vs.Manasquan. Also touted were returning guard John Free-man and forward Maicolm Freeman, who Remley said maygrow as much as three inches before next season. JohnFreeman had seven points vs. Weequahic and Malcolm 11vs. Manasquan.

"I told them that their job this summer is to grow," Rem-ley laughed. Remley also said that next year's team willinclude many players who saw only junior varsity time.

So, Rahway will be back next year, albeit with somenew faces. Still, the fact remains that when hoops historianssit on wooden bleachers discussing Rahway teams of thepast, the 2005-2006 team will be mentioned often and inhigh praise.

A GOOD CAST IS WORTH REPEATING1 -Malcolm Freeman, junior forward (6-1)2-John Freeman, sophomore guard (5-8)3-Christian Johnson, senior guard (5-10)4-Steveii Keker, senior guard (5-9)5-Earl Clark, senior forward (6-9)10-Ronnie Sawyer, sophomore guard (6-0)11-Jerrelle Louis, sophomore guard (5-7)14-Terence Joseph, senior forward (6-0)20-Demetrius Washington-Ellison, soph, forward (6-2)21-Wendell Simmons, junior forward (6-3)23-Ishmyl Johnson, senior center (6-5)24-Jose Pena, freshman guard (5-11)25-LaDante Berry-White, freshman guard (5-9)Head coach: Chris Remley, first season.Assistants: Brian Ciemenicki, Kevin Conroy.

RAHWAY INDIANS (22-8)Dec. 16 (H) Rahway 50, Roselle Catholic 44Dec. 18 (A) American Christian 66, Rahway 55Dec. 20 (A) Rahway 61, Hillside 44 =Dec. 22 (A) Rahway 82, St. Mary's 63Dec. 26 (H) Rahway 63, Scotch Plains 45Dec. 29 (H) St. Peter's Prep 55, Rahway 53Dec. 30 (H) Rahway 59, J.P. Stevens 50Jan. 3 (H) Rahway 70, Roselle 44Jan. 6 (A) Rahway 86, Roselle 55Jan. 8 (A) Teaneck 73, Rahway 63Jan. 10 (H) Rahway 54, Johnson 45Jan. 11 (H) Rahway 80, Oratory Prep 25Jan. 13 (H) Rahway 66, Union Catholic 45Jan. 18 (A) Roselle Catholic 69, Rahway 58Jan. 20 (H) Rahway 60, North Plainfield 26Jan. 24 (H) Rahway 60, St. Mary's 50Jan. 26 (A) Rahway 54, Gov. Livingston 45Jan. 28 (A) Elizabeth 64, Rahway 47Feb. 1 (H) Rahway 65, Newark Central 58Feb. 4 (H) Rahway 61, Hillside 54Feb. 10 (A) Rahway won at New BrunswickFeb. 11 (A) Rahway 64, Millburn 48Feb. 14 (A) Rahway 69, Roselle 41Feb. 17 (A) Rahway 70, Scotch Plains 66 (OT)Feb. 21 (A) St. Patrick's 76, Rahway 52Feb. 25 (A) Linden 74, Rahway 39March 1 (H) Rahway 77, Summit 44March 3 (A) Rahway 75, Weequahic 63March 6 (A) Rahway 63, Manasquan 56March 8 (A) Haddonfield 71, Rahway 37Record: 22-8MVC-Mountain: 13-1, champsUCT: 2-2, fourth placeCentral Jersey, Group 2: 3-0, champs iGroup 2: 0-1, semifinalists



ELIZABETH - What more can you say about the Lin-den boys' basketball team? The Tigers are dominatingstate-ranked teams like it's going out of style.

Linden did it again March 8 in a Group 4 semifinal atthe Dunn Sport Center. A 70-51 win over North 1 champi-on Passaic was really not as close as the score indicated.

That's how dominating a performance it was.To say that the Tigers are playing their best basketball

this year and, perhaps, in the last two years, might be anunderstatement.

"We might have had more talent in the past, but this is ateam, a complete team," said head coach Phil Colicchio,who just guided Linden to the Group 4 state championshipgame for the second time in his nine seasons at the helm.

Linden, the North 2 champion for the first time since2000, next played defending Group 4 state championAtlantic City. The one-time state champs met in Sunday'sGroup 4 final at the Rutgers Athletic Center in Piscataway.

Atlantic City defeated Trenton 76-55 at home March 8in its Group 4 semifinal. Atlantic City, which repeated asthe South Jersey, Group 4 champion, defeated Ridgewood56-42 in last year's Group 4 state championship game at theRAC.

Passaic, which captured the Passaic County Tournamentcrown by beating Paterson Catholic in the final, actually ledLinden 14-10 after the first eight minutes. The Tigers com-mitted five turnovers in the opening period, but got a key 3-point bucket from junior Jerry Jones at the end of the quar-ter to halt a 9-0 Passaic ran.

After baskets by De'Shawn Singleton and ElvinMorales gave Passaic a 20-14 lead, the Tigers went to work.A 3-point basket by junior guard Darrell Lampley, his firstof two, started an 11-0 Linden run that was sparked by,what else, a bunch of steals and fast-break transition bas-kets. Linden went ahead 30-23 after an O'Neil Thomas bas-ket that concluded a 16-3 run.

Lampley paced the Tigers, again, with 21 points. He hasled Linden in scoring, off the bench, in three of their fivestate tournament victories.

"I'm feeling a lot better with my shot," said Lampley,who connected on eight shots. "Coach wants me to come inand work hard and that's what I've been doing."

Lampley was actually Linden's leading scorer for mostof the Tigers' first 10 games before he suffered a deep thighbruise. He has not been 100 percent healthy since, althoughyou wouldn't know it by his recent performances.

"We're just playing toward our competition and step-ping it up, leaving no regrets," Lampley said.

Linden was the favorite to win Group 4 last year, but fellshort in the sectional final. That makes getting to Rutgersthis season that much sweeter.

"It's great to be playing in the Group 4 championshipgame, but I'm still upset we didn't win it last year," Lamp-ley said. "It hurt last year, real bad. We were crying in thelocker room after losing to Bridgewater and we haven't for-gotten that."

"What a difference a year makes," Colicchio said. "Wedidn't forget the loss to Bridgewater and these Tdds workedreal hard all summer long. Our four seniors - CharlesMiller, Laron Capers, L.J. McGhee and Thomas - took itupon themselves to be leaders. They make my job a lot eas-ier."

Linden led 30-25 at the half and quickly turned that leadto 36-25 after three easy layup baskets by McGhee to startthe third quarter. Those were McGhee's first baskets of thegame after he had only two points at the half, both on freethrows.

As a matter of fact, Linden still led by five at the halfdespite getting only two points from McGhee and no pointsfrom Miller, who spent much of the first half on the benchwith foul trouble. Miller did not even get off a shot in thefirst half.

Stepping up in Miller's absence was junior centerMohammad Wilkerson, who finished with six points, 15rebounds and two blocks. He is playing with more confi-dence and going to the basket stronger and making hislayups this time.

Wilkerson became a team leader with Miller out and isnow a strong inside presence for the Tigers, something hewas struggling to be as recently as three weeks ago whenLinden was defeated by Plainfield in the Union CountyTournament semifinals.

"I felt I was slacking in some games," Wilkerson said."Charles was in foul trouble and I had to take control."

"He had some key rebounds and baskets for us," Colic-chio said. "The further you go in the states, the more confi-dence you get."

Colicchio felt a change was needed since the secondPlainfield loss.

"We went to the gym and decided to play inside-out,rather than outside-in," Colicchio said.

"Before, when I would get a rebound, I would rash myshot," Wilkerson said. "I was rushing my layups. Thecoaches worked with me and now I'm going up strongerand doing things like pump-faking, which helps."

Starting with McGhee's first baskets, Linden began thethird quarter with an 8-0 ran, making their first four shotsof the period.

That made the score 38-25 and extended a ran to 24-5since Passaic was up 20-14.

"We like to win the first three minutes of the third quar-ter," Colicchio said. "After a shaky first half, McGhee wasable to get some easy baskets for us and that continued toget us going."

Standout sophomore point guard Desmond Wade alsohad a strong game for the Tigers, finishing with 16 pointsand numerous assists as he made most of his outside shotsand broke the Passaic full court press time and time again.

Once Linden led by double digits in the third quarter, theTigers gradually extended their lead and prevented Passaicfrom forming any kind of comeback.

Since the second Plainfield setback, Linden has not hada close game.

The Tigers headed to the RAC with a 24-6 record thatincluded a six-game winning streak.

State playoff wins over state-ranked teams includedColumbia, East Orange, Plainfield and Passaic.

"The way they started the third quarter, they never lostanything," said Singleton, who paced the Indians with a 12-point performance. He also blocked three shots and playedtough right until the end. "They have a real deep bench andthat helped them."

"My kids handled themselves well in the first quarterand into the second quarter," Passaic head coach Ken Slap-py said. "We were outstanding for most of the second. Ikept Eddie Crockett on the bench with two fouls at the end

of the second quarter and tried to get away with it. Howev-er, when you get behind a team like Linden and have tochase them, you know you're in bad shape.

"Their pressure was outstanding and made it tough tokeep the ball and go into our sets. 1 have to give them cred-it for that."

Passaic fmished-with a 22-6 record and can be proud ofcounty and sectional championships that helped earn thema ranking among the Top 20 teams in the state. Leading theway was Singleton, with his play March 8 a symbol of Indi-an championship basketball.

"He was outstanding for us all year long," Slappy said."He gives everything he has every game he plays."

As for Sunday, Linden was looking forward to making atrip the Tigers felt they should have made last year.

"It feels great," Wilkerson said. "After losing to Bridge-water last year, we thought we could make it this far thisyear. We still know that we can play much better, too."

"We responded after the second Plainfield loss and myassistant coach, Marty Luc, gets a lot of the credit for that,"Colicchio said.

"I have so much faith and trust in him as a coach andfriend."

NOTES: Defense, defense, defense. That's how Lindenis doing it. That's why the Tigers were playing for their sec-ond state championship.

"I compare our style of play on defense to that of St.Anthony," Colicchio said. "Defense has been our one con-stant all year."

Although McGhee did not have his best game againstPassaic, his presence has made a huge difference for Lin-den in the states.

He missed last year's state tournament competitionbecause of an injury he suffered in Linden's midrseason,first-ever win over St. Anthony.

McGhee's uncle, Derrick McGhee, played with Colic-chio at Elizabeth in 1984 when the Minutemen captured theUnion County Tournament championship for the first timeunder head coach Ben Candelino. Derrick was First TeamAll-State in 1985, helping Elizabeth repeat as UCT champsbefore the Minutemen went on to win the Group 4 statechampionship.

Colicchio is a 1984 EHS graduate and Derrick McGheea 1985 grad.

L.J.'s father, Larry McGhee, was a standout guard atLinden in the early 1970s.

Passaic (22-6) 14 11 7 19-51Linden (24-6) 10 20 15 25-70

PASSAIC: De'Shawn Singleton 5-0-2-12, RashadStephens 3-0-0-6, Eddie Crockett 3-0-3-9, Elvin Morales 2-1-2-9, Yasin Kearny 1-0-0-2, Ray Taylor 1-0-5-7, JaquanPickett 1-0-0-2, Anthony Davis 1-0-2-4. Totals: 17-1-14-51.

LINDEN: L.J. McGhee 3-0-2-8, Desmond Wade 4-1-5-16, Mohammad Wilkerson 3-0-0-6, Darrell Lampley 6-2-3-21, Oneal Thomas 1-0-0-2, Laron Capers 0-0-0-0, CharlesMiller 4-0-2-10, Ahmad Harris 1-0-2-4, Jerry Jones 0-1-0-3. Totals: 22-4-14-70.

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TIGERS TOP ATLANTIC CITY: Linden defeatedAtlantic City 64-39 Sunday at the Rutgers Athletic Centerin Piscataway to win the Group 4 cljampionship for the sec-ond time and first time since 2fi&Q-

Junior guard Darrell Lampley was Linden's MVP, lead-ing the Tigers and all scorers with 22 points.

He shot 7-of-12 ffom the field, including 5-of-8 from 3-point range. He also made all three of his free throwattempts and paced Linden in steals with four.

A GOOD CAST IS WORTH REPEATING1-Darrell Lampley, junior guard (5-9)2-L.J. McGhee, senior guard (6-1)3-Michael Olbrys, senior guard (6-0)4-George Bease, junior guard (6-3)5-Laron Capers, senior forward (6-3)10-Lamar Charles, junior forward (6-3)11-Desmond Wade, sophomore guard (5-7)13-O'Neil Thomas, senior guard (6-0)15-Ahmad Harris, junior guard (5-10)20-Muhammad Wilkerson, junior center (6-6)

• 22-Jerry Jones, junior guard (6-3)23-Rajaan Bey, senior forward (6-2)24-Charles Miller, senior forward (6-4)25-Brian Ostraticky, senior forward (6-5)32-Jonathan Jones, junior forward (6-6)44-Frank Szcpepanik, sophomore center (6-10)Head coach: Phil Colicchio, ninth season.Assistants: Marty Luc, Daryl Palmieri, Ray Wegrzynek.

LINDEN TIGERS (25-6, seven in a row)Dec. 16 (A) Linden 74, Westfield 65Dec. 18 (A) Bloomfield Tech 62, Linden 54Dec. 20 (A) Linden 64, Scotch Plains 33Dec. 22 (H) Linden 71, Wardlaw-Hartridge 21Dec. 28 (A) Linden 52, Springfield Delco 41Dec. 29 (A) Linden 70, William Allen, Pa. 61Jan. 5 (H) Linden 70, Cranford 46Jan. 7 (A) Linden 69, Shabazz 59Jan. 10 (A) St. Anthony 51, Linden 47Jan. 12 (A) Plainfield 56, Linden 52Jan. 14 (H) Linden 79, Union 32Jan. 17 (H) Linden 66, Irvington 41Jan. 19 (A) Linden 53, Elizabeth 35Jan. 22 (A) St. Benedict's Prep 51, Linden 46Jan. 24 (H) Linden 97, Kearny 35Jan. 26 (A) Linden 62, Newark East Side 56Jan. 31 (H) Linden 87, Westfield 34Feb. 2 (H) Linden 49, Scotch Plains 39Feb. 9 (A) Linden 82, Cranford 47Feb. 10 (A) DeMatha, Md. 51, Linden 48Feb. 15 (A) Linden 68, Summit 29Feb. 18 (A) Linden 80, St. Mary's 48Feb. 22 (A) Plainfield 65, Linden 62Feb. 25 (A) Linden 74, Rahway 39Feb. 27 (H) Linden 62, Phillipbsurg 33March 1 (A) Linden 62, Columbia 39March 3 (A) Linden 65, East Orange Campus 58March 6 (A) Linden 64, Plainfield 38March 8 (A) Linden 70, Passaic 51March 12 (A) Linden 64, Atlantic City 39Record: 25-6Allentown, Pa. Holiday Tournament: 2-0, champsWatchung Conf.-National Division: 7-0, champsUnion County Tournament: 3-1, third placeNorth Jersey, Section 2, Group 4: 4-0, champsGroup 4: 2-0, champs

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; Union, held on March 14, 2006 and that said ordinance will be further considered forfinal Passage at a meeting of the Township Committee a! Municipal Headquarters.1976 Morns Avenue, Union, New Jersey on March 28, 2006 at 7:30 o'clock P M

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ANORDIN:ANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF UNION BY ADDINGCHAPTER 170, ARTICLE XXIX, STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL"f i ? ° ? l M I i ! S f A R J i S b f X I U ^ ^ P T E R 170-11 " ARTICLE XIV. CHAPTERS 170i

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NOW THERFORE.BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Township Committee of theTownship of Union, in the County of Union and State of New Jersey, as follows:That Chapter 170, Article XXIX, Stormwater Management and Control, is added as fol-lows: . • '

ARTICLE XXIX6170 240 Tt l STORMWATER MANAGEMENT & CONTROLThis section snail be known as and may be cited as the "Stormwater Management andControl Ordinance of the Township of Union"§170-241 Scope and Pnrp^?..A. Policy StatementFlood control, groundwater recharge, and pollutant reduction through nonstructural orlow impact techniques shall be explored before relying on structuraFBest ManagementPractices (BMPs). Structural BMPs should be integrated withnonsiructural stormwa-ter management measures and proper maintenance plans. Nonstructural measuresme ude both environmentally sensitive site design and source controls that preventpollutants from being placed on the site. Source control plans should be developedbased upon physicafsite conditions and the origin, nature, and the anticipated load-ing of potential pollutants. Multiple stormwater management BMPs may be necessaryto achieve the established performance standards for water quality, quantity, andgroundwater recharge.B. Purpose •It is the purpose of this section to establish minimum stormwater management require-ments and controls for "major development" as defined in6170-242, Definitions.C. Applicability(1) This section shall be applicable to all site plans and subdivisions for the follow-ing major developments that require preliminary or final site plan or subdivisionreview:a) Non-residential major developments; andb) Aspects of residential major developments that are not pre-empted by the Resi-

jential Site Improvement Standards at N.J.A.C. 5:21; and(2) This ordinance shall also be applicable to all major developments undertaken bythe Township of Union.D. Compatibility with Othar Permit and Ordinance Requirements . _Development approvals issued pursuant to this article are to De considered an integralpart of development approvals under the development permit, subdivision and siteplan review process and do not relieve the applicant of the responsibility to securerequired permits or approvals for activities regulated by any other applicable code,rule, act, or ordinance. In their interpretation and application, the provisions of thjsarticle shall be held to be the minimum requirements for the promotion of the publichealth, safety, and general welfare. This article is not intended to Interfere with, abro-gate, or annul any other ordinances, rule or regulation, statute, or other provision oflaw except that, where any provision of this section imposes restrictions different fromthose imposed by any other ordinance, rule or regulation, or other provision of law,the more restrictive provisions or higher standards shall control."M70-243 Definition?. i. For the purpose-of this section, the following terms, phrases, words and their der-ivations shall have the meaning given herein. When not inconsistent with the context,words used in the present tense include the future, words in the plural number includethe singular and words in the singular number include the plural number, The word"shall" is always mandatory and not merely directory.B. Unless specifically defined below, words or phrases used in this section shall beinterpreted so as to give them the meaning they have in common usage and to givethis section its most reasonable application. The definitions below are the same as orbased on the corresponding definitions in the Stormwater Management Rules atN.J.A.C. 7:8-1.2.Compaction means the increase in soil bulk density.Core means a pedestrian-oriented area of commercial and civic uses serving the sur-rounding municipality, generally including housing and access to public transporta-tion.County review agency means an agency designated by the County Board of ChosenFreeholders to review municipal stormwater management plans and implementingordinance(s). The county review agency may either be:(1) A county planning agency; or(2) A county water resource association.created under N.J.S.A 58:16A-55.5, if theordinance or resolution delegates authority to approve, conditionally approve, or dis-approve municipal stormwater management plans and implementing ordinances.Department means the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.Designated Center means a State Development and Redevelopment Plan Center asdesignated by the State Planning Commission such as urban, regional, town, village,or hamlet. :Design engineer means a person professionally qualified and duly licensed in NewJersey to perform engineering services that may include, but not necessarily be limit-ed to, development of project requirements, creation and development of projectdesign and preparation of drawings and specifications.Development see definition in §170-5.Drainage area means a geographic area within which stormwater, sediments, or dis-solved materials drain to a particular receiving water body or to a particular pointalong a receiving water body.Environmentally critical areas means an area or feature which is of significant envi-ronmental value, including but not limited to: stream corridors; natural heritage prior-ity sites; habitat of endangered or threatened species; large areas of contiguous openspace or upland forest; steep slopes; and well head protection and groundwaterrecharge areas. Habitats of endangered or threatened species are identified using theDepartment's Landscape Project as approved by the Department's Endangered andNon-game Species Program.Empowerment Neighborhood means a neighborhood designated by the Urban Coor-dinating Council "in consultation and conjunction with* the New Jersey Redevelop-ment Authority pursuant to N.J.S.A 55:19-69.Erosion means the detachment and movement or soil or rock fragments by water,wind, ice or.gravity. ; 'Impervious surface means a surface that has bean covered with a layer of materialso that it is highly resistant to infiltration by water.Infiltration is the process by which water seeps into the soil from precipitation.Major development means any development that provides for ultimately disturbingone or more acres of land. Disturbance for the purpose of this rule is the placementof impervious surface or exposure and/or movement of soil or bedrock or clearing, cut-ting, or removing of vegetation.Municipality means the Township of Union.Node means an area designated by the State Planning Commission concentratingfacilities and activities which are not organized in a compact form.Nutrient means a chemical element or compound, such as nitrogen or phosphorus,which is essential to and promotes the development of organisms.Person means any individual, corporation, company, partnership, firm, association.Township of Union, or political subdivision of this State subject to municipal jurisdic-tion pursuant to the Municipal Land Use Law, N.J.S.A. 40:55D-1 et seq.Pollutant means any dredged spoil, solid waste, incinerator residue, filter backwash,sewage, garbage, refuse, oil, grease, sewage sludge, munitions, chemical wastes,biological mater ia l medical wastes, radioactive substance (except those regulatedunder the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended (42 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.), thermalwaste; "wrecked or discarded equipment, rock, sand, cellar dirt, industrial, municipal,agricultural, and construction waste or runoff, or other residue discharged directly orindirectly to the land, ground waters or surface waters of the State, or to a domestictreatment works. "Pollutant" includes both hazardous and non-hazardous pollutants.Recharge means the amount of water from precipitation that infiltrates into the groundand is not evapo-transpired, ••Sediment means solid material, mineral or organic, that is in suspension, is beingtransported, or has been moveU from its site of origin by air, water or gravity as aproduct of erosion.Site means the lot or lots upon which a development is to occur or has occurred.Soil means all unconsolidated mineral and organic material of any origin.State Development and Redevelopment Plan Metropolitan Planning Area (PA1)means an area delineated on the State Plan Policy Map and adopted by the StatePlanning Commission that is intended to be the focus for much of the state's futureredevelopment and revifalization efforts.State Plan Policy Map is defined as the geographic application of the State Develop-ment and Redevelopment Plan's goals and statewide policies, and the official map ofthese goals and policies.Stormwater means water resulting from precipitation (including rain and snow) thatruns off the land's surface, Is transmitted tothe subsurface, or is captured by sepa-rate storm sewers or other sewage or drainage facilities, or conveyed by snowremova|equipment.Stormwater runoff means water flow on the surface of the ground or in storm sewers,resulting from precipitation.Stormwater management basin means an excavation or embankment and relatedareas designed to retain stormwater runoff. A stormwater management basin mayeither be normally dry (that is, a detention basin or infiltration basin), retain water ina permanent pool (a retention basin), or be planted mainly with wetland vegetation(most constructed stormwater wetlands).Stormwater management measure means any structural or nonstructural strategy,practice, technology, process, program, or other method intended to control or reducestormwater runoff and associated pollutants, or to induce or control the infiltration orgroundwater.recharcje of stormwater or to eliminate illicit or illegal non-stormwaterdischarges into stormwater conveyances.Urban Coordinating Council Empowerment Neighborhood means a neighborhoodgiven priority access to State resources through the New Jersey RedevelopmentAuthority.Urban Enterprise Zones means a zone designated by the New Jersey EnterpriseZone Authority pursuant to the New Jersey Urban Enterprise Zones Act, N.J.S.A.52:27H-60 et. seq.Urban Redevelopment Area is defined as previously developed portions of areas: (1)Delineated, on the State Plan Policy Map (SPPM) as the Metropolitan Planning Area(PA1), Designated Centers, Cores or Nodes; (2) Designated as CAFRA Centers, Coresor Nodes; (3) Designated as Urban Enterprise Zones; and (4) Designated as UrbanCoordinating Council Empowerment Neighborhoods.Waters of fne State means the ocean and its estuaries, all springs, streams, wet-lands, and bodies of surface or ground water, whether natural or artificial, within theboundaries of the State of New jersey or subject to its jurisdiction.Wetlands or wetland means an area that is inundated or saturated by surface wateror ground water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support, and that under nor-mal circumstances does support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adapted for lifein saturated soil conditions, commonly known as hydrophytic vegetation.§170-243 General StandardsA. Design and Performance Standards far Stormwater Management Measures(1) Stormwater management measures for major development shall be developed tomeet the erosion control, groundwater recharge, stormwater runoff quantity, andstormwater runoff quality standards in §170-244. To the maximum extent practicable,these standards shall be met by incorporating nonstructural stormwater managementstrategies into the design. If these strategies alone are not sufficient to meet thesestandards, structural stormwater management measures necessary to meet thesestandards shall be incorporated into the design.(2) The standards in this Section apply only to new major development and areintended to minimize the impact of stormwater runoff on water quality and water quan-tity in receiving water bodies and maintain groundwater recharge. The standards donot apply to new development to the extent that alternative design and performancestandards are applicable under a regional stormwater management plan or WaterQuality Management Plan adopted in accordance with Department rules.§170-244 General Stormwater Management Requirements for Major DevelopmentA. The development shall incorporate a maintenance plan for the stormwater man-

(f) Minimize soil compaction;(g) Provide low-maintenance landscaping that encourages retention and planting ofnative vegetation and minimizes the use of lawns, fertilizers and pesticides;(h) Provide vegetated open-channel conveyance systems discharging Into andthrough stable vegetated areas; . _(i) Provide other source controls to prevent or minimize the use or exposure of pollu-tants at the site, in order to prevent or minimize the release of those pollutants intostormwater runoff. Such source controls include, but are not limited to:(i) Site design features that help to prevent accumulation of trash and debris indrainage systems, including features that satisfy §170-244.E.3 below;(li) Site design features that help to prevent discharge of trash and debris fromdrainage systems;(iii) site design features that help to prevent and/or contain spills or other harmfulaccumulations of pollutants at industrial or commercial developments; and(Iv) When establishing vegetation after land disturbance, applying fertilizer in accor-dance with the requirements established under the Soil Erosion and Sediment ControlAct, N.J.S.A. 4:24- 39 et seq., and implementing rules.(3) Site design features identified under §170-244.E.2(i)(li) above shall comply withthe following standard to control passage of solid and floatable materials throughstorm drain inlets. For purposes of this paragraph, "solid and floatable materiafs"means sediment, debris, trash, and other floating, suspended, or settleable solids.For exemptions to this standard see §170-244.E.3(c) below.(a) Design engineers shall use either of the following grates whenever they use agrate in pavement or another ground surface to collect stormwater from that surfaceinto a storm drain or surface water body under that grate:Ji) The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) bicycle safe grate, whichis described in Chapter 2.4 of the NJDOT Bicycle Compatible Roadways and Bikewa'ysPlanning and Design Guidelines (April 1996); or(ii) A different grate, if each individual clear space in that grate has an area of nomore than seven (7.0) square inches, or is no greater than 0.5« inches across thesmallest dimension.Examples of grates subject to this standard include grates in grate inlets, the grateportion (non-curb opening portion) of combination inlets, grates on storm sewer man-holes, ditch grates, trench grates, and grates of spacer bars in slotted drains. Exam-ples of ground surfaces include surfaces of roads (including bridges), driveways,parking areas, bikeways, plazas, sidewalks, lawns, fields, open channels, andstormwater basin floors.(b) Whenever design engineers use a curb-opening inlet, the clear space in that curbopening (or each individual clear space, if the curb opening has two or more clearspaces) shall have an area of no more than seven (7,0) square inches, or be nogreater than two (2.0).inches across the smallest dimension.(c) This standard does not apply:(i) Where the review agency determines that this standard would cause inadequatehydraulic performance that could not practicably be overcome by using additional orlarger storm drain inlets that meet these standards;(ii) Where flows from the water quality design storm as specified in §170-244.G.1 areconveyed through any device (e.g., end of pipe netting facility, manufactured treat-ment device, or a catch basin hood) that is designed, at a minimum, to prevent deliv-ery of all solid and floatable materials that could not pass through one of the follow-ing: .• A rectangular space four and five-eighths inches long and one and one-haif incheswide (this option does,not apply for outfall netting facilities); or• A bar screen having a bar spacing of 0.5 inches.(iii) Where flows are conveyed through a trash rack that has parallel bars with one-inch (1") spacing between the bars, to the elevation of the water quality desiqn stormas specified in #170-244.G.1; or '(iv) Where the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection determines, pur-suant to the New Jersey Register of Historic Places Rules at N.J.A.C. 7:4-7.2(c), thataction to meet this standard is an undertaking that constitutes an encroachment or willdamage or destroy the New Jersey Register listed historic property.(4) Any land area used as a nonstructural stormwater management measure to meetthe performance standards in §170-244.F and §170-244.G shall be dedicated to a gov-ernment agency, subjected to a conservation restriction filed with the appropriateCounty Clerk's office, or subject to an approved equivalent restriction that ensuresthat measure or an equivalent stormwater management measure approved by thereviewing agency is maintained in perpetuity.(5) Guidance for nonstructural stormwater management strategies is available in theNew Jersey Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMP) Manual. The BMP Manualmay be obtained from the address identified in §170-247, or found on the Depart-ment's website at www.njstormwater.org.F. Erosion Control, Groundwater Recharge and Runoff Quantity Standards(1)This subsection contains minimum design and performance standards to controlerosion, encourage and control infiltration and groundwater recharge, and controlstormwater runoff quantity impacts of major development.(a) The minimum design and performance standards for erosion control are those •established under the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Act, N.J.S.A. 4:24-39 et seq.and implementing rules.(b) The minimum design and performance standards for groundwater recharge are asfollows:(i) The design engineer shall, using the assumptions and factors for stormwaterrunoff and groundwater recharge calculations at §170-245, either:(1) Demonstrate through hydrologic and hydraulic analysis that the site and itsstormwater management measures maintain i00 percent of the average annual pre-construction groundwater recharge voiume for the site; or(2) Demonstrate through hydrologic and hydraulic analysis that the increase ofstormwater runoff volume from pre-construction to post-construction for the 2-yearstorm is infiltrated(ii) This groundwater recharge requirement does not apply to projects within theurban redevelopment area," or to projects subject to §170-244.F.i(b)(tii) below,

(iii) The following types of stormwater shall not be recharged:(1) Stormwater from areas of high pollutant loading. High pollutant loading areas areareas in industrial and commercial developments where solvents and/or petroleumproducts are loaded/unloaded, stored, or applied, areas where pesticides areloaded/unloaded or stored; areas where hazardous materials are expected to be pres-ent in greater than "reportable quantities" as defined by the United States Environ-mental Protection Agency (EPA) at 40 CFR 302.4; areas where recharge would beinconsistent with Department approved remedial action work plan or landfill closureplan and areas with high risks for spills of toxic materials, such as gas stations andvehicle maintenance facilities; and(2) Industrial stormwater exposed to "source material." "Source material" means anymaterial(s) or machinery, located at an industrial facility that is directly or indirectlyrelated to process, manufacturing or other industrial activities, which could be asource of pollutants in any industrial stormwater discharge to. groundwater. Sourcematerials include, but are not limited to, raw materials; intermediate products; finalproducts; waste materials; by-products; industrial machinery and fuels, and lubricants,solvents, and detergents that are related to process, manufacturing, or other industri-al activities that are exposed to stormwater.(c) The design engineer shall assess the hydraulic impact on the groundwater tableand design tne site so as to avoid adverse hydraulic impacts. Potential adversehydraulic impacts include, but are not limited to, exacerbating a naturally or season-ally high water table so as to cause surficial ponding, flooding of basements, or inter-ference with the proper operation of subsurface sewage disposal systems and othersubsurface structures in the vicinity or down gradient of the groundwater rechargearea.(d) In order to control stormwater runoff quantity impacts, the design engineer shall,using the assumptions and factors for stormwater runoff calculations at §170-245,"mplete one of the following:

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theevents > .the same storm events;(ii) Demonstrate through hydrologic and hydraulic analysis thai there is no increase,as compared to the pre-construction^condition, in the peak rujnoff rates of stormwater

ume or chandownstream _. , ,-._ - , . - „land uses and projected land uses assuming full development under existing zoningand land use ordinances in the drainage area; or(iii) Design stormwater management measures so that the post-construction peakrunoff rates for the 2, 10 and 100 year storm events are 50, 75 and 80 percent,respectively, of the preconsfruction peak runoff rates. The percentages apply only tothe post-construction stormwater runoff that is attributable to the pomon of the site onwhich the proposed development or project is to be constructed. The percentagesshall not be applied to post-construction stormwater runoff into tidal flood hazardareas if the increased volume of stormwater runoff will not increase flood damagesbelow the point of discharge;(2) Any application for a new agricultural development that meets the definition ofmajor development in §170-242 sliali be submitted to the appropriate Soil Conserva-

ment" means land uses normally associated with the production of food, fiber and live-stock for sale. Such uses do not include the development of land for the processing orsale of food and the manufacturing of agriculturally related products.G. Siormwater Runoff Quality Standards(2) Stormwater management measures shall be designed to reduce the post-con-struction load of total suspended solids (TSS) in stormwater runoff by 80 percent ofthe anticipated load from the developed site, expressed as an annual average.Stormwater management measures shall only be required for water quality control ifan additional 1/4 acre of impervious surface is being proposed on a development site.The requirement to reduce TSS does not apply to any stormwater runoff in a dischargeregulated under a numeric effluent limitation for TSS imposed under the New JerseyPollution Discharge Elimination System (NJPDES) rules, N.J.A.C. 7:14A, or in a dis-charge specifically exempt under a NJPDES permit from this requirement. The waterquality design storm is 1.25 inches of rainfall in two hours. Water quality calculationsshall fake into account the distribution of rain from the water quality design storm, asreflected in Table 1. The calculation of the volume of runoff may take into account theimplementation of non-structural and structural stormwater management measures.

Table 1: Water Quality Design Storm DistributionCumulative rime Cumulative

Rainfall (Minutes) Rainfall(Inches) (Inches)

051015202530354045505560

TWtfr0.00830.01660.02500.05000.07500.10000.13300.16600;20000.25830.35830.6250

707580859095100105110115120

0.99171.05001.08401.11701.15001.17501.20001.22501.23341.24171.2500

(3) For purposes of TSS reduction calculations, Table 2 below presents the presumedremoval rates for certain BMPs designed in accordance with the New Jersey Stormwa-ter Best Management Practices Manual. The BMP Manual may be obtained from theaddress identified in §170-247, or found on the Departments website at www.njs-tormwater.org. The BMP Manual and other sources of technical guidance are listed in§170-247. Total Suspended Solids (TSS) reduction shall be calculated based on theremoval rates for the BMPs in Table 2 below. Alternative removal rates and methodsof calculating removal rates may be used if the design engineer provides documenta-tion demonstrating the capability of these alternative rates and methods to the reviewagency. A copy ofany approvecf alternative rate or method of calculating the removalrate shall be provided to the Department at the following address: Division of Water-shed Management, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, P.O. Box 418Trenton, New Jersey, 08625-0418.

Table 2: TSS Removal Rates for BMPs

agement measures incorporated into the design of a major development in accordancewith §170-250.B. Stormwater management measures shall avoid adverse impacts of concentratedflow on habitat for threatened and endangered species as documented in the Depart-ment' Landscape Project or Natural Heritage database established under N.J.S.A.13:1B-15.147 through 15.150, particularly Helonias bullata (swamp pink) and/or Clem-mys muhlnebergi (bog turtle).C. The following linear development projects are exempt from the groundwaterrecharqe, stormwater runoff quantity, and stormwater runoff quality requirements of.§170-244.F and §170-244.G:(1) The construction of an underground utility line provided that the disturbed areasare re-vegetated upon completion;(2) The construction of an aboveground utility line provided that the existing condi-tions are maintained to the maximum extent practicable; and(3) The construction of a public pedestrian access, such as a sidewalk or trail with amaximum width of 14 feet, provided that the access is made of permeable material.D. A waiver from strict compliance from the groundwater recharge, stormwater runoffquantity, and stormwater runoff quality requirements of §170-244.F and §170-244.Gmay be obtained for the enlargement of an existing public roadway or railroad; or theconstruction or enlargement of a public pedestrian access, provided that the followingconditions are met:(1) The applicant demonstrates that there is a public need for the project that cannotbe accomplished by any other means;(2) The applicant demonstrates through an alternatives analysis, that through the useof nonstructural and structural stormwater management strategies and measures, theoption selected complies with the requirements of §170-244.F and §170-244.G to themaximum extent practicable; .(3) The applicant demonstrates that, in order to meet the requirements of §170-244.Fand §170-244.G, existing structures currently in use, such as homes and buildings,would need to be condemned; and(4) The applicant demonstrates that it does not own or have other rights to areas,including tne potential to obtain through condemnation lands not falling under §170-244.D.3 above within the upstream drainage area of tha receiving stream, that wouldprovide additional opportunities to mitigate the requirements of §170-244.F and §170-244.G that were not achievable on-site.E. Nonstructural Stormwater Management Strategies(1) To the maximum extent practicable, the standards in §170-244.F and §170-244.Gshall be met by incorporating nonstructural stormwater management strategies setforth at §170-244.E into the design. The applicant shall Identify the nonsfructuralmeasures incorporated into the design of the project. If the applicant contends that itis not feasible for engineering, environmental, or safety reasons to incorporate anynonstructural stormwater management measures Identified in Paragraph 2 below intothe design of a particular project, the applicant shall identify the strategy consideredand provide a basis for the contention.(2) Nonstructural stormwater management strategies incorporated into site designsha l l ' • • •(a) Protect areas that provide water quality benefits or areas particularly susceptibleto erosion and sediment loss;.(b) Minimize impervious surfaces and break up or disconnect the flow of runoff overimpervious surfaces;(c) Maximize the protection of natural drainage features and vegetation;id) Minimize the decrease in the "time of concentration* from pre-construction to postconstruction, "Time of concentration" is defined as the time It takes for runoff to trav-el from the hydraulically most distant point of the watershed to the point of interestwithin a watershed;(e) Minimize land disturbance including clearing and grading;

Best Management PracticeBioretention SystemsConstructed Stormwater WetlandExtended Detention BasinInfiltration StructureManufactured Treatment DeviceSand FilterVegetative Filter StripWet Pond

TSS Percent Removal Rate

9090

40-6080

§170-246.C80

60-8050-90

m If more than one BMP in series is necessary to achieve the required 80 percentdi it th l i t h l l tilize the followig formula t calculate

If more than one BMP in series is necessary to achieve the required 80 percent>S reduction for a site, the applicant shall utilize the following formula to calculate

TSS reduction:R = A + B - (A x B)/100

WhereR = total TSS percent load removal from application of both BMPsA = the TSS percent removal rate applicable to the first BMPB = the TSS percent removal rate applicable to the second BMP

a weighted average.(6) Stormwater management measures shall also be designed to reduce, to the max-imum extent feasible, the post-construction nutrient load of the anticipated load fromthe developed site in stormwater runoff generated from the water quality design storm.!n achieving reduction of nutrients to the maximum extent feasible, the design of thesite shall include nonstructural strategies and structural measures that optimize nutri-ent removal while still achieving the performance standards in §170-244.F and §170-244.G.(7) Additional information and examples are contained in the New Jersey StormwaterBest Management Practices Manual, which may be obtained from the address identi-fied in §170-247.(8) In accordance with the definition of FW1 at N.J.A.C. 7:9B-1.4, stormwater man-agement measures shall be designed to prevent any increase in stormwater runoff towaters classified as FW1.(9) Special water resource protection areas shall be established along all waters des-ignated Category One at N.J.A.C. 7:9B, and perennial or intermittent streams thatdrain into or upstream of the Category One waters as shown on the USGS Quadran-gle Maps or in the County Soil Surveys, within the associated HUC14 drainage area.These areas shall be established for the protection of water quality, aesthetic value,exceptional ecological significance, exceptional recreational significance, exceptionalwater supply significance, and exceptional fisheries significance of those establishedCategory One waters. These areas shall be designated and protected as follows:(a) The applicant shall preserve and maintain a special water resource protectionarea in accordance with one of the following:

sistlng of existing vegetation or vegetation allowed to follow natural succession is pro-vided. ((Ii) Encroachment within the designated special water resource protection area under§170-244.G,8(a)(i) above shall onfy be allowed where previous development or distur-bance has occurred (for example, active agricultural use, parking area or maintainedlawn area). The encroachment shall only be allowed where applicant demonstratesthat the functional value and overall condition of the special water resource protectionarea will be maintained to the maximum extent practicable. In no case shall theremaining special water resource protection area be reduced to less than 150 feet as

measured perpendicular to the top of bank of the waterway or centerline of the water-way where the bank is undefined. All encroachments proposed under this subpara-graph shall be subject to review and approval by the Department,fb) All stormwater shall be discharged outside of and flow through the special waterresource protection area and shall comply with ths Standard for Off-Site Stability Inthe "Standards For Soli Erosion and Sediment Control in NBW Jersey," establishedunder tha Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Act. N.J.S A 4-24-39 et soq(c) If stormwater discharged outside- of and flowing throuqh the special waterresource protection area cannot comply with the Standard For Off-Site Stability in the"Standards for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control in New Jersey," established underthe Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Act, N.J.S.A. 4:24-39 at seq,, then the stabi-lization measures in accordance with thB requirements of tho above standards may beplaced within the special water resource proiection area, provided that:(I) Stabilization measures shall not be placed within 150 feet of the Category Onewaterway:(li) Stormwater associated with discharges allowed by this Section shall achieve a 95percent TSS post-construction removal rate;(Ml) Temperature shall be addressed to ensure no impact on the receiving waterway;(iv) The encroachment shall only be allowed where the applicant demonstrates thatthe functional value and overall condition of the special water resource protectionarea will be maintained to the maximum extent practicable;(v) A conceptual project design meeting shall be held with the appropriate Departmentstaff and Soil Conservation District staff to identify necessary stabilization measures;and(vi) All encroachments proposed under this Section shall be subject to review andapproval by the Department,(a) A stream corridor protection plan may be developed by a regional slormwalermanagement planning committee as an element of a regional stormwater managementplan, or by a municipality through an adopted municiparstormwatar management plan.If a stream corridor protection plan for a waterway subject to §170-244.G.8 has beenapproved by the Department of Environmental Protection, (hen the provisions of (heplan shall be the applicable special water resource protection area requirements forthat waterway. A stream corridor protection plan for a waterway subject to §170-244.G.8 shall maintain or enhance the current functional value and overall condition ofthe special water resource protection area as defined In §170-244.G.8.(a)(l) above. Inno case shall a stream corridor protection plan allow the reduction of the SpecialWater Resource Protection Area to less than 150 feet as measured perpendicular tothe waterway subject to this subsection.(e) §170-244.G.8 does not apply to the construction qf one individual single familydwelling that is not part of a larger development on a IDI receiving preliminary or finalsubdivision approval on or before February 2, 2004, provided tnat the constructionbegins on or before February 2, 2009.§170-245 CalcMlatiPp.of Stprrnwater Runoff and Grpundwgter RechgrfleA. Stormwater runoff shan be calculated in accordance with the following:(1) The design engineer shall calculate runoff using one of the following methods:(a) The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) methodology, includ-ing the NRCS Runoff Equation and Dimensionless Unit Hydrograph, as described inthe NRCS National Engineering Handbook Section 4 - Hydrology and TechnicalRelease 55 - Urban Hydrology for Small Watersheds; or(b) The Rational Method for peak flow and the Modified Rational Method for hydro-graph computations.(2) For the purpose of calculating runoff coefficients and groundwater recharge, thereis a presumption that the pre-construction condition of a site or portion thereof is awooded land use with good hydrologic condition. The term "runoff coefficient" appliesto both the NRCS methodology at §170-245.A.1(a) and the Rational and ModifiedRational Methods at §170-245.A.1(b). A runoff coefficient or a groundwater rechargeland cover for an existing condition may be used on all or a portion of the site if thedesign engineer verifies that the hydrologic condition has existed on the site or por-tion of the sMe for at least five years without interruption prior to the time of applica-tion. If more than one land cover have existed on the site during the five years imme-diately prior to the time of application, the land cover with the lowest runoff potentialshall be used for the computations. In addition, there is the presumption that the siteis in good hydrologic condition (if the land use type is pasture, lawn, or park), withgood cover (if the land use type is woods), or with good hydrologic condition and con-servation treatment (if the land use type is cultivation).(3) In computing pre-construction stormwater runoff, the design engineer shallaccount for all significant land features and structures, such as ponds, wetlands,depressions, hedgerows, or culverts that may reduce pre-construction stormwaterrunoff rates and volumes.(4) In computing stormwater runoff from all design storms, the design engineer shallconsider the relative stormwater runoff rates and/or volumes of pervious and impervi-ous surfaces separately to accurately compute the rates and volume of stormwaterrunoff from the site. To calculate runoff from unconnected impervious cover, urbanimpervious area modifications as described in the NRCS Technical Release 55 - UrbanHydrology for Small Watersheds and other methods may be employed.(5) If the invert of the outlet structure of a stormwater management measure Is belowthe flood hazard design flood elevation as defined at N.J.A.C. 7:13. the design engi-neer shall take into account the effects of tailwater in the design of structuralstormwater management measures.B. Groundwater recharge may be calculated in accordance with the following:(1) The New Jersey Geological Survey Report GSR-32 A Method for EvaluatingGround-Water Recharge Areas in New Jersey, incorporated herein by reference asamended and supplemented. Information regarding the methodology is available fromthe New Jersey Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual; athttp://www.siate.nl.us/dep/njgs/; or at New Jersey Geological Survey, 29 Arctic Park-way, P.O. Box 427 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0427; (609) 984-6587.6170-246 Standards for Structural Stormwater Management MeasuresA. Standards for structural stormwater management measures are as follows:(1) Structural stormwater management measures shall be designed to take infoaccount the existing site conditions, including, for example, environmentally criticalareas, wetlands; flood-prone areas; slopes; depth to seasonal high water table; soiltype, permeability and texture; drainage area and drainage patterns; and the presenceof solution-prone carbonate rocks (limestone).(2) Structural stormwater management measures shall be designed to minimize main-tenance, facilitate maintenance and repairs, and ensure proper functioning. Trashracks shall be installed at the intake to the outlet structure as appropriate, and shallhave parallel bars with one-inch (1") spacing between the bars to the elevation of thewater quality design storm. For elevations higher than the water quality design storm,the parallel bars at the outlet structure shall Be spaced no greater than one-third (1/3)the width of the diameter of the orifice or one-third (1/3) the width of the weir, with aminimum spacing between bars of one-inch and a maximum spacing between bars ofsix inches. In addition, the design of trash racks must comply wilh the requirements of§170-248.D.(3) Structural stormwater management measures shall be designed, constructed, andinstalled to be strong, durable, and corrosion resistant. Measures that are consistentwith the relevant portions of the Residential Site Improvement Standards at N.J.A.C.5:21-7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 shall be deemed to meet this requirement.(4) At the intake to the outlet from the stormwater management basin, the orifice si2eshall be a minimum of two and one-half inches in diameter.(5) Stormwater management basins shall be desiqned to meet the minimum safelystandards for stormwaFer management basins at §170-248.B. Stormwater management measure guidelines are available in the New JerseyStormwater Best Management Practices Manual. Other stormwater managementmeasures may be utilized provided the design engineer demonstrates that the pro-posed measure and its design will accomplish the required water quantity, groundwa-ter recharge and water quality design and performance standards established by§170-244 of this Chapter.C. Manufactured treatment devices may be used to meet the requirements of §170-244 of this Chapter, provided the pollutant removal rates are verified by the New Jer-sey Corporation for Advanced Technology and certified by the Department.§170-247 Sources for Technical GuidanceA. Technical guidance for stormwater management measures can be found in the doc-uments listed at 1 and 2 below, which are available from Maps and Publications, NewJersey Department of Environmental Protection, 428 East State Street, P.O. Box 420,Trenton, New Jersey, 08625; Telephone (609) 777-1038.(1) Guidelines for stormwater management measures are contained in the New Jer-sey Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual, as amended. Information is pro-vided on stormwater management measures such as: bio-retention systems, con-structed stormwater wetlands, dry wells, extended detention basins. Infiltration struc-tures, manufactured treatment devices, pervious paving, sand filters, vegetative filterstrips, and wet ponds.(2) The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Stormwater ManagementFacilities Maintenance Manual, as amended.B. Additional technical guidance for stormwater management measures can beobtained from the following:(1) The "Standards for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control in New Jersey" promulgat-ed by the State Soil Conservation Committee and Incorporated into N.J.A.C. 2:90.Copies of these standards may be obtained by contacting the State Soil ConservationCommittee or any of the Soil Conservation Districts listed in N.J.A.C. 2:90-1.3(a)4.The location, address, and telephone number of each Soil Conservation District maybe obtained from the State Soil Conservation Committee, P.O. Box 330, Trenton, NewJersey 08625; (609) 292-5540;(2) The Rutgers Cooperative Extension Service, 732-932-9306; and(3) The Somerset-Union Conservation Districts, Somerset County 4-H,Center. 308Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08B07, (908)526-2701.S170-248 Safety Standards for Stormwater Management BasinsA. This Section sets forth requirements to protect public safety through the properdesign and operation of stormwater management basins. This Section applies to anynew stormwater management basin.B. Requirements for Trash Racks, Overflow Grates and Escape Provisions(1) A trash rack is a device designed to catch trash and debris and prevent the clog-ging of outlet structures. Trash racks shall be installed at the intake to the outlet fromthe stormwater management basin to ensure proper functioning of the basin outlets inaccordance with the following:(a) The trash rack shall have parallel bars, with no greater than six inch spacingbetween the bars.(b) The trash rack shall be designed so as not to adversely affect the hydraulic per-formance of the outlet pipe or structure.(c) The average velocity of flow through a clean trash rack is not to exceed 2.5 feetper second under the full range of stage and discharge. Velocity is to be computed onthe basis of the net area of opening through the rack.(d) The trash rack shall be constructed and installed to be rigid, durable, and corro-sion resistant, and shall be designed to withstand a perpendicular live loading of 300lbs/ft sq. • '(2) An overflow grate is designed to prevent obstruction of the overflow structure. Itan outlet structure has an overflow grate, such grate shall meet the following require-ments:(a) The overflow grate shall be secured to the outlet structure but removable foremergencies and maintenance.(b) The overflow grate spacing shall be no less than two inches across the smallestdimension.(c) The overflow grate shall be constructed and installed to be rigid, durable, and cor-rosion resistant, and shall be designed to withstand a perpendicular live loading of300 lbs./ft sq.(3) For purposes of this paragraph, escape provisions means the permanent installa-tion of ladders, steps, rungs, or other features that provide easily accessible meansof egress from stormwater management basins. Stormwater management basins shallinclude escape provisions as folfows:(a) If a stormwater management basin has an outlet structure, escape provisionsshall be incorporated in or on the structure. With the prior approval of the reviewingagency identified in §170-248.C a freestanding outlet structure may be exempted fromthis requirement.(b) Safety ledges shall be constructed on the slopes of all new stormwater manage-ment basins having a permanent pool of water deeper than two and one-half feet.Such safety ledges shall be comprised of (WD steps. Each step shall be four to six feetIn width. One step shall be located approximately two and one-half feet below the per-manent water surface, and the second step shall be located one to one and one-halffeet above the permanent water surface. See §170-248.D for an illustration of safetyledges in a stormwater management basin.(c) In new stormwater management basins, the maximum interior slope for an earth-en dam, embankment, or berm shall not be steeper than 3 horizontal to 1 vertical.C. Variance or Exemption from Safety Standards(1) A variance or exemption from the safety standards for stormwater managementbasins may be granted only upon a written finding by the appropriate reviewingagency (municipality, county or Department) that the variance or exemption will notconstitute a threat to public safety.D. Illustration of Safety Ledges In a New Stormwater Management Basin

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§170-249 Requirements for a Siter a Site Developmentlopment Stormwater P

elopment Stormwater Planluirern... Submission ot Site Development Stormwater Pla'h(1) Whenever an applicant seeks municipal approval of a development subject to thisordinance, the applicant shall submit all of the required components of the Checklistfor the Site Development Stormwater Plan at §170-249.1,c below as part of the sub-mission of the applicant's application for subdivision or site plan approval.(2) The applicant shall demonstrate that the project meets the standards set forth inthis ordinance.(3) The applicant shall submit three (3) copies of the materials listed in the checklisttor site development stormwater plans in accordance with §170-249.1.c of this ordi-nance.B. Site Development Stormwater Plan ApprovalThe applicant's Site Development project shall be reviewed as a part of the subdivi-sion, site plan, or development application review process by the Planning Board,Zoning Board of Adjustment or official from which municipal approval Is sought. TheBoard and/or Zoning Officer shall consult the Township Engineer or other such engi-neer (as appropriate) to determine if all of the checklist requirements have been sat-isfied and to determine if the project meets the standards set forth in this ordinance.C. Checklist Requirements _ ... _ , „ . , . . . . . , .The following Information shall be required: CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

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PUBLIC NOTICEPUBLIC NOTICE(1) Topographic .Base Map(a) The reviewing engineer may require upstream tributary drainage system informa-tion as necessary- It is recommended that the topographic base map of the site besubmitted which extends a minimum of 200 feet beyond the limits of the proposeddevelopment, at a scale of 1"=200' or greater, showing 2- foot contour intervals. Themap as appropriate may indicate the following; existing surface water drainage,shorelines, steep slopes, soils, erodible soils, perennial or intermittent streams thatdrain into* or upstream of the Category One waters, wetlands and flood plains alongwith their appropriate buffer strips, marshlands and other wetlands, pervious or vege-tative surfaces, existing man-made structures, roads, bearing and distances of prop-erty lines, and significant natural and manmade features not otherwise shown.(2) Environmental Site Analysis{aV A written and graphic description of the natural and man-made features of the siteand its environs. This description should include a discussion of soil conditions,slopes, wetlands, waterways and vegetation on (he site. Particular attention should begiven to unique, unusual, or environmentally sensitive features and to those that pro-vide particular opportunities or constraints for development.'Z) Project Description and Site Plan(s)a) A map (or maps) at the scale of the topographical base map indicating the loca-ion of existing and proposed buildings, roads, parking areas, utilities, structural facil-

ities for stormwater management and sediment control, and other permanent struc-tures. The map(s) shall also clearly show areas where alterations occur in the naturalterrain and cover, including lawns and other landscaping, and seasonal high groundwater elevations. A written description of the site plan and justification of proposedchanges in natural conditions may also be provided:(41 Land Use Planning and Source Control Plan(a) This plan shall provide a demonstration of how the goals and standards of §170-243 through §170-246 are being met. The focus of this plan shall be to describe howthe site is being developed to meet the objective of controlling groundwater recharge,stormwater quality and stormwater quantify problems at the source by land manage-ment and source controls Whenever possible.(5) Stormwater Management Facilities Map(a) The following information, illustrated on a map of the same scale as the topo-graphic base map, shall be included:(i) Total area to be paved or built upon, proposed surface contours, land area to beoccupied by the stormwater management facilities and the type of vegetation thereon,and details of the proposed plan to control and dispose of stormwater.(ii) Details of ail stormwater management facility designs during a d

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ity of each spillway.(6) Calculations(a) Comprehensive bydroiogic and hydraulic design calculations for the pre-develop-ment and post-development conditions for the design storms specified in §170-244 ofthis ordinance. -(b) When the proposed stormwater management control measures (e.g., infiltrationbasins) depend on the hydrologic properties of soils, then a soils report shall be sub-mitted. The soils report shajl be based on onsite boring logs or soil pit profiles. Thenumber and location of required soil borings or soil pits shall be determined based onwhat is needed to determine the suitability and distribution of soils present at thelocation of the control measure.( P lan

of the stormwater management facility shail meet the170-250.

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loc f n r(7) Maintenance and Repair Plan(a) The design and planning fmaintenance requirements o f ~ § 0 .(8) Waiver from Submission Requirements(a) The board reviewing an application under this ordinance may, in consultation withthe Township Engineer, waive submission of any of the requirements in Sections §170-249.C.1 through §170-249.C6 of this Section when it can be demonstrated that theinformation requested is impossible to obtain or it would create a hardship on theapplicant to obtain and its absence will not materially affect the review process.|170*250 Maintenance and RepairA". Applicability(1) Projects subject to review as in §170-244.C of this ordinance shall comply withthe requirements of Sections §170-250.B and §170-250.C.B. General Maintenance(1) The design engineer shall prepare a maintenance plan for the stormwater man-agement measures incorporated into the design of a major development.(21 The maintenance plan shall contain specific prevenfative maintenance tasks andschedules; cost-estimates, including estimated cost of sediment, debris, or trashremoval; and the name, address, and telephone number of the person or personsresponsible for preventative and corrective maintenance (including replacement).Maintenance guidelines for stormwater management measures are available in theNew Jersey Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual. If the maintenance planidentifies a person other than the developer (for example, a public agency or home-owners' association) as having the responsibility for maintenance, the plan shallinclude documentation of such person's agreement to assume this responsibility, or ofthe developer's obligation to dedicate a stormwater management facility to such per-son under an applicable ordinance or regulation.(3) Responsibility for maintenance shall not be assigned or transferred to the owneror tenant of an individual property in a residential development or project, unless suchowner or tenant owns or leases the entire residential development or project.(4) If the person responsible for maintenance identified under §170-250.B above isnot a public agency, the maintenance plan and any future revisions based on §170-250.B.7 below shall be recorded upon the deed of record for each property on whichthe maintenance described in the maintenance plan must be undertaken.(5) Preventative and corrective maintenance shall be performed to maintain the func-tion of the stormwater management measure, including repairs or replacement to thestructure; removal of sediment, debris, or trash; restoration of eroded areas; snowand ice removal; fence repair or replacement; restoration of vegetation; and repair orreplacement of non-vegetated linings.(6) The person responsible for maintenance identified under §170-250.B.2 aboveshall maintain a detailed log of all preventative and corrective maintenance for thestructural stormwater management measures incorporated into the design of thedevelopment, including a record of all inspections and copies of all maintenance-relat-ed work orders.(7) The person responsible for maintenance identified under §170-250.8.2 aboveshall evaluate the effectiveness of the maintenance plan at least once per year andadjust the plan and the deed as needed.(8) The person responsible for maintenance identified under §17O-250-B.2 aboveshall retain and make available, upon request by any public entity with administrative,health, environmental, or safety authority over the site, the maintenance plan and thedocumenlation required by §170-250.B.6 and §170-250.B.7 above.(9) The requirements of §170-250.B.3 and §170-250.8.4 do not apply to stormwatermanagement facilities that are dedicated to.and accepted by the municipality or anoth-er governmental agency.(10) In; the event that the stormwater management facility becomes a danger to pub-lic safety.or public health, or if it is in need of maintenance or repair, the municipali-ty shall so notify the responsible person in writing. Upon receipt of that notice, theresponsible person shall have five (5) days to effect maintenance and repair of thefacility in a manner that is approved by the Township engineer or his designee. TheTownship, in its discretion, may extend the time allowed for effecting maintenance andrepair for good cause. If the responsible person fails or refuses to perform such main-tenance and repair, the Township may immediately proceed to do so and shall bill thecost thereof to the responsible person.C. Nothing in this Section shall preclude the municipality in which the major develop-ment is located from requiring the posting of a performance or maintenance guaranteein accordance with N.J.S.A. 40:55D-53.S170-251 penalties . .A. Any person who violates any provision of this Section shall, upon conviction there-of in municipal Court, be punishable by imposition of the penalties set forth in Chap-ter 170, Article XXXII.B. Each instance of engaging in a separate regulated activity, in violation of this Sec-tion shall be deemed a separate offense.C. In addition, the Township may institute civil action for injunctive or other relief toenforce the provision of this Section.S170-252 Severabilitvif the provisions of any section, subsection, paragraph, subdivision, or clause of thisordinance shall be judged invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such order ofjudgment shall not affect or invalidate the remainder of any section, subsection, para-graph, subdivision, or clause of this ordinance.§170-253 InconsistenciesAll ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent with this ordinance are herebyrepealed to the extent of such inconsistency.5170-254 PublicationThe Township Clerk is hereby directed, upon adoplion of this Ordinance after publjchearing thereon, to publish notice of the passage thereof and to file a copy of thisordinance as finally adopted with the Union County Planning Board as required by.N.J.S. 40:55D-16. The Clerk shall also forthwith transmit a copy of this ordinanceafter final passage to the Township Tax Assessor as required by N.J.S. 40:49-2.1.§170-255 Effective DateThis ordinance, shall take effect immediately upon the approval by the County reviewagency, or sixty (60) days from the receipt of the ordinance by the County reviewagency if the county review agency should fail to act.§170-110. General Standards, is hereby amended as follows (additions are under-lined and deletions are otriKoth rough):D Subdivision Proposals(3) All subdivision proposals Shall have adequate drainage provided to reduce expo-— . ._ * ,—, J , •* .,_.,_,- t - _,-_. , ,„ 'th the Township's

„ . - - ._ . . .-_-, .-.., , .- , - - XsTdditions areunderlined and deletions are otrikothrough):A. Prior to the issuance of a construction permit for any lot(s) the street ripht(s)-of-way contiguous to said lot(s) shall be suitably improved with pavement, curbing, side-walks ana drainage in accordance with the improvements standards established in thisPart 4 of this chapter and, if applicable. Article XXIX Stormwater Management andControl, and plot grading approval obtained from the Township Engineer for any devel-opment of said lot. The Township Engineer is hereby authorized to promulgate regu-lations required in this regard.§170-136.3. Drainage, is hereby amended as follows (additions are underlined anddeletions are otrikotnrough):(C) Tho loodor pipoo ana/or roof droino of any now i otr

uttofi All new non-res-ide'ntlal site construction, with a disturbance of less than 1 acre. in~anv zone snailconform to trie requirements of Section 170-239. I of tne Ordinance. All new residen-_ ™ ^ ^ esiitiat subdivision construction shall conTorm to the requirements of Section 170-23ajo G of the Ordinance.(D\ All new and expansion, one- and two-familv residentialconstruction. shall provideseepage pits which capture stormwater from leader Pipes and/or roof drains via a sys^tern of underground pipes.-of a size and material approved bv the Township Engineer.T h e s i - - - - - - '• -•---'••'•

_. In the instance of private swimming pools not draining into the sanitary sewer sys-tem, the drainpipe may enter into an open watercourse, or in no open watercourse isavailable, into a storm sewer.D. In the instance of private swimming pools draining into an open watercourse orinto a storm sewer, it shall be unlawful to drain the private swimming pool during peri-ods of precipitation and for a period of 24 hours after the cessation of precipitation.§170-200. Filing requirements; contents of application, is hereby amended as fol-lows (additions are underlined and deletions are otriliothrough):M0) bocumentation of compliance with" the performance standards of Article XIX andArticle XXIX.§170-214. Filing of applications; contents, is hereby amended as follows (additionsare underlined and deletions are otrikothrough):Application for approval of a preliminary subdivision plat or -a preliminary site planshall be filed in accordance with Article XXII, shall contain all information prescribedin §170-232 or 170-235, as. the case may be, and shall be in accordance with thedesign standards prescribed in Article XIX and: if applicable. Article XXIX§170-238. Subdivisions. [Amended 3-10-1992 by Ord. No. 4181], is hereby amend-ed as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are otrikothrough):B. Curbs. Belgian block or concrete curbing shall be installed along every street with-in a subdivision and at intersections with existing Township, county or state roads andshall be laid in a manner approved by the appropriate governmental authority. Allcurbing shall be constructed in accordance with standard Township specifications.Openings for driveway access shall be in such widths as shail be determined by theTownship Engineer. Driveway openings shall not be located closer than 10 feet fromthe end of radius of an intersecting street. Curb cuts or flush curbs with curb stopsshall be utilized wherever possible or wheredirected bv the Township Engineer tomeet the requirements of Nonstructural StormwatBr Management Strategies as out-lined in Article XXIXtor applicable applicatnF! Drainage. All streets shall be ' ' J

same may be necessary fored s*---' - ' •• "

applications.provided -\ "

H. Stormwater control measures.

All streets shall be provided with catch basins and pipes where theary for proper surface discharge and where the use of natural>t Practical or approved by the Township Engineer! The reouire-shall not be satisfied by the construction of dry wells.

... - - - ----- ,-- -ol measures. Applications annlicable to 5170-241 shall bedesigned in accordance With the Performance and design standards outlined in ArticleXXIX. Stormwater Management and Control.§170-239. Site plans; on-site improvements; parking requirements, is herebyamended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are otrikothrough):G. Curbing. All paved areas shall be bounded by concrete or granite block curbingsix inches above the paved surfaces and meeting specifications provided by the Town-ship Engineer. Curb cuts or flush curbs with curb stops shall be utilized whereverpossible or where directed bv the Township Engineer to meet the requirements of Nor^structural Stormwater Management Strategies as outlined in Article XXIX for applica-ble applications.T. Drainage and stormwaier control. Adequate provision shall be made for stormdrainage facilities and control following the provisions of § 170-238F and G, and ifapplicable. Article XXIX. .ARTICLE **4X- XXX ' • •Exceptions: Sales Prior to Final Approval§170-348 256 Exceptions§170-844 257 Sales prior to. final approval

Part 5Fees; Guarantees; InspectionsARTICLE-*** XXXIFees; Guarantees; Inspections§170-343 258 Development application fees§170-3+3 259 Performance guaranty§170-344 260 Developer's Agreement§i70-34§ 261 Inspections and tests§170-346 262 Conditions for acceptance of improvements

ARTICLE-)««W XXXIIEnforcement; Violations and Penalties§170-24* 263 Enforcement§170-34* 264 Additional Remedies§170-349 • 265 Violations and Penalties

U139989, 140000 UNL March 16, 2006 ($937.44)

Fire-making workshopoffered at TraiSside

The Union County Board of Cho-sen Freeholders is offering a wilder-ness survival workshop focused onfire-making techniques, at TrailsideNature and Science Center on Satur-day, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for adultsages 18 and older.

"This workshop is sure to give you

PUBLIC NOTICEPublic Auction at Devon Self Storage- 625Glenwood Ave., Hillside N.J. 07205 onMarch 23, 2006 at 11a.m.. Property con-tains in the following units, will be sold tothe highest bidder to satisfy the owners'lien for rent under N.J. code section2A44-1B7, ET SEQ. Units C5 Nathan Car-rington have clothing and commercialitems, A28 Elmar C. Enriquez havehousehold and furniture, 2054 Charles E.Gilliam have household clothing and fur-niture, 2024 Aiesha Hyman have house-hold clothing and furniture, 2062 MecalJones have household, clothing and furni-ture, 1078 Lionel A. Leach Jr. have officeand commercial items, 2009 RenardLewis have household and commercialItems, A34 Gloria Mosley have household,clothing and furniture, B3 Ray Norvillehave household clothing and furnjture,A12 April Nunnally have household, cloth-ing and furniture, C22 Anthony L. Sledgehave household, clothing and furniture,B7 Victoria Smith have household, cloth-ing and furniture, 1051 Laura Vail havehousehold, clothing and furniture and A35Alfred Wilkins have other. Auction is withreserve. Devon Self Storage reserves theright set minimum bids anoto refuse bids.Cash only.

Kelvin TaylorGeneral Manager

March 9, 16. 2006U13928S WCN ($51.00)

POWERS KIRN, LLC9 East Stow Road, Suite CMarlton, NJ 08053P.O. Box 1S68Mount Laurel, NJ 0B0S4(856) 802-1000

PUBLlCNOtlCETAKE NOTICE that the New JerseyDepartment of Environmental Protection(NJDEP) hereby gives nosice of a pro-posed Natural Resource Damage Settle-ment Agreement (NRD/SA) concerningdamage to natural resources at the cur-rent Schering Corporation property locat-ed on Morris Avenue in Union Townshipand the former Schering Corporationproperty in the Municipality of Bloomfieldon.Orange Avenue (Sites). NJDEP shallpublish a summary of the terms of thissettlement in the New Jersey Registerand NJDEP's website.NJDEP under the authority of the SpillCompensation and Control Act, N.J.S.A.58:10-23.11 et seq. (Spill Act), includingas amended by P.L. 2005, c. 348, propos-es to enter into this NRD/SA with Scher-ing Corporation (the Settling Party).Under the proposed NRD/SA the SettlingParty has agreed to settle its alleged lia-bility to the NJDEP for natural resourceinjuries at the Sites paying the NJDEP$66,8802.08 for the Union site and$536.04 for the former Bloomfield site.The NRD/SA does not address the Set-tling Party's obligations to conduct orcomplete the remediation of all dis-charges at the Sites.It is the intent of the NJDEP and the Set-tling Party that this NRD/SA constitutesan administratively approved settlementwithin the meaning of 42 U.S.A. §9613(1)2 of the Compensation and Liabil-ity Act of 1984, as amended (CERCLA) 42U.S.C. § 9601 et seq., for the purpose ofproviding protection from contributionactions or claims for matter addressed inthis NRD/SA. iCopies of the proposed NRD/SA are avail-able for inspection at the NJDEP's PublicInformation Center at 401 EastiStateStreet, Trenton, NJ and via the internet atwww.ni.oov/dep/nrr/settlements which canbe accessed from the main branch of theUnion County library.Interested persons may submit writtencomments on the proposed NRD/SA toJohn N. Sacco, Administrator, NJDEP,Office of Natural-Resource Restoration,501 East State Street, PO Box 404, Tren-ton, NJ 08625-0404. All comments mustbe submitted within 30 days of the date ofpublication of notice in the New JerseyRegister.March 2, 9, 16. 2006U139146 UNL ($82.31)

BOND ORDINANCESTATEMENT AND SUMMARY

The bond ordinance, the summary termsof which are included herein, has beenfinally adopted by the governing body ofthe Township of union, in the County ofUnion, State of New Jersey, on March 14,2006 and the 20 day period limitationwithin which a suit, action or proceedingquestioning the validity of such ordinancecan be commenced, as provided in theLocal Bond Law, has begun to run fromthe date of the first publication of thisstatement. Copies of the full ordinancewill be available at no cost and duringregular business hours, at the Clerk'soffice for the members of the genera! pub-lic who shall request the same. The sum-mary of the terms of such bond ordinancefollows:Title: AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN-SHIP OF UNION, IN THE COUNTY OFUNION, NEW JERSEY, PROVIDING FORRECONSTRUCTION OF .THE TOWN-SHIP'S STORM WATER SEWER SYSTEMAND OTHER RELATED EXPENSES INAND FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF UNIONAND APPROPRIATING $1,580,000THEREFOR, AND PROVIDING FOR THE'ISSUANCE OF $375,250 IN BONDS ORNOTES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF UNIONTO FINANCE THE SAME.Purpose(s): Reconstruction of the Town-ship's Storm Water Sewer System in thearea bounded by Route 22 West, WestChestnut Street, Gelb Avenue, BrightonStreet and Elmwood Avenue, including,but not limited to Surveying, engineering,permits, engineering design servicesrelated to public bidding, property acqui-sition and or easements, construction andconstruction administration, including allother work and materials necessarytherefor or incidental thereto, as morefully described in plans and specificationson file in the Clerk's office.Appropriation: $1,580,000Bonds/Notes Authorized: $ 375,250Grants (if any) Appropriated: $1,185,000Section 20 Costs: $ 300,000Useful Life: 40 Years

EILEEN BIRCH, Township ClerkU139995 UNL March 16, 2006 ($25.11)

Union Board of EducationPublic Notice

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a SPECIALMEETING of the Township of Union Boardof Education is scheduled for TUESDAY,MARCH 28th, 2006 at 7:00 P.M. at theUnion High School Library, North ThirdStreet, Union, New Jersey. The purposeof this meeting will be to conduct the pub-lic hearing on the 2006-2007 budget andto discuss and/or adopt the budget: anyrelated resolutions and any other busi-ness that may properly come before theBoard. Action will be taken.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a secondSPECIAL MEETING of the Township ofUnion Board of Education is scheduledfor THURSDAY, MARCH 30th, 2006 at7:00 P.M. at the Union High SchoolLibrary, North Third Street, Union, NewJersey. The purpose of this meeting willbe to adopt the 2006-2007 budget and toadopt any related resolutions, which maycome before the Board. Action will betaken.JAMES J. DAMATOBOARD SECRETARY/GENERAL COUNSELU139904 UNL March 16, 2006 ($14.42)

TOWNSHIP OF UNION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that anordinance, the title of which is hereinbe-low set forth, was finally passed andapproved by the Township Committee ofthe Township of Union in the County ofUnion, at a public meeting held at theMunicipal Building, Friberger Park, Union,New Jersey on March 14, 2006.

EILEEN BIRCH, Township ClerkAN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER505 ENTITLED "TOWING", IN THETOWNSHIP OF UNION, UNION COUNTY,NEW JERSEY. (This ordinane amendsthe towing ordinance fees, license peri-od and requirements to tow within theTownship)U139999 UNL March 16, 2006 ($9.30)

PUBLIC NOTICE ~

TAKE NOTICE thai on the 23 day ofFEBRUARY, 2006 the Board of Adjust-ment of the Borough of KENILW8RTH,N.J., after a public hearing, granted theapplication of JOHN P. PANICHI, 330KENILWORTH BLVD. for a varianceINSUFFICIENT FRONT YARD AS PERORD. 197-38C and that determination of

confidence with fire-making skills,"said Freeholder Vice Chair Bette JaneKowalski, liaison to the Parks andRecreation Advisory Board. "It alsooffers a terrific opportunity to enhanceyour outdoor skills while enjoying thescenic 2,060 acre Watchung Reserva-tion."

Back by popular demand, a wilder-ness survival workshop will be offered

PUBUClsiOTiCi "Attorneys for Plaintiff (2006-0163)

NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTSuperior Court of New JerseyChancery DivisionUnion CountyDocket No. F-2854-06

STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO:Patricia A. Jackson, her heirs, devisees,and personal representatives and his/her,their, or any of their successors in right,title and interest

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED andrequired to serve upon the Attorneys forPlaintiff, Powers Kirn, LLC, fi East StowRoad, Suite C, Marlton, NJ 08053; P.O.Box 1568, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054, anAnswer to the Complaint (and Amendmentto Complaint, if any) filed in a Civil Actionin which Countrywide Home Loans Servic-ing LP is plaintiff and Patricia A. Jackson,et al., are Defendants, pending in theSuperior Court of New Jersey, within thir-ty-five (35) days after March 16, 2006,exclusive of such date. If you fail to doso, judgment by default may be renderedagainst you for the relief demanded in theComplaint. You shall file your Answer andProof of Service in duplicate with theClerk of the Superior Court at the RichardJ. Hughes Justice Complex, CN 971, 6thFloor, North Wing, Trenton, New Jersey08625, in accordance with the rules ofcivil practice and procedure. A $135.00filing fee payable to the Clerk of theSuperior Court and a completed CaseInformation Statement must accompanyyour answer or motion.

The action has been instituted for the

said Board of Adjustment has been filedin the office of said Board at the Munici-pal Building, Borough of KENILWORTH,New Jersey, and is available for inspec-tion.

John P. Panichi, ApplicantU140236 UNL March 16, 2006 ($7/91)

TOWNSHIP OF UNION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that anordinance, the title of which is hereinbe-low set forth, was finally passed andapproved by the Township Committee ofthe Township of Union in the County ofUnion, at a public meeting held at theMunicipal Building, Friberger Park, Union,New Jersey, on March 14, 2006.

EILEEN BIRCH, Township ClerkAN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER266-58 ENTITLED "SCHEDULE XVII: NOSTOPPING OR STANDING CERTAINHOURS," IN THE TOWNSHIP OF UNION,UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY.U140240 UNL March 16, 2006 ($7.91)

TOWNSHIP OF UNION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that anordinance, the title of which is hereinbe-low set forth, was finally passed andapproved by the Township Committee ofthe Township of Union in the County ofUnion, at a public meeting held at theMunicipal Building, Friberger Park, Union,New Jersey, on March 14, 2006.

EILEEN BIRCH, Township ClerkAN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER266-55 ENTITLED "SCHEDULE XIV:PARKING PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES",IN THE TOWNSHIP OF UNION, UNIONCOUNTY, NEW JERSEY.U140241 UNL March 16, 2006 ($7.91)

TOWNSHIP OF UNION

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given thatthe ordinance set forth below was intro-duced at a meeting of the Township Com-mittee of the Township of Union in theCounty of Union, held on March.14, 2006and that said ordinance will be furtherconsidered for final passage at a meetingof the Township Committee at the Munici-pal Building, 1976 Morris Avenue, Union,New Jersey on March 28, 2006 at 7:30o'clock P.M.

EILEEN BIRCH, Township ClerkAN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THEPROCEDURE AND FEES FOR PROVID-ING OFF-DUTY POLICE OFFICERS FORSPECIAL DETAIL ASSIGNMENTS IN THETOWNSHIP OF UNION, UNION COUNTY,NEW JERSEY.

WHEREAS, the Township Administratorhas advised that it is in the interest of theTownship of Union for the Police Depart-ment to facilitate off-duty employment,with separate and independent employeesand to administer payment to police offi-cers for off-duty assignments; andWHEREAS, the Township Administratorhas requested that the Township Commit-tee establish the fees to be charged to aprivate employer requiring the services ofan off-duty police officer; andWHEREAS, the Townsh|p Administratorintends to notify all private employerswhich regularly use the services of off-duty police officers that the PoliceDepartment has established new proce-dures for requesting the use of these offi-

"NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINEDby the Township Committee of the Town-snip of Union in the County of Union, asfollows:

A. Off-Duty Employment-For the con-venience of.those persons and entitieswhich utilize the services of off-duty lawenforcement officers of the Township ofUnion Police Department, and to author-ized the outside employment of MunicipalPolice while off-duty, the Township ofUnion hereby establishes a policy regard-ing the use of said officers in compliancewith N.J.S.A. 45:19-9 et. seq. as amend-ed by the Security Officers RegistrationAct, P.L. 2004, c. 134.1. Members of the Township of UnionPolice Department , at their option, shallbe permitted to accept police-relatedemployment for private employers, whoare separate and independent from theTownship of Union, only during off-dutyhours and at such time as will not inter-fere with the efficient performance of reg-ularly scheduled or emergency duty of theTownship.2. Any person or entity wishing to employoff-duty police shall first obtain theapproval of the Chief of Police or his orher designee, which approval shall begranted it, in the opinion of the Chief ofPolice or his or her designee, suchemployment is necessary and would notbe inconsistent with the efficient function- .ing and good reputation of the PoliceDepartment and would not unreasonablyendanger or threaten the safety of theofficer or officers who are to perform thework.B. Trust Account1. To assure the timely payment of wagesto police officers who perform off-dutyservices, and to meet the requirements ofthe Fair Labor Standards Act, the Town-ship of Union has established a trust fundknown as the "Off-Duty Employment TrustAccount", which trust fund is dedicatedfor the receipt of fees collected from pri-vate persons or entities for the paymentto police officers for off-duty or outsideemployment services. The Off-DutyEmployment Trust Account shall beadministered by the accounts office of theTownship of Union which shall make areport to the Township Committee everyninety (90) days regarding said account.2.. Any person or entity requesting theservices of an off-duty law enforcementofficer in the Township of Union shall esti-mate the number of hours such lawenforcement services are required, whichestimate shall be approved in writing bythe Chief of Police, or his or herdesignee, and upon Chief of Policeapproval, a copy of said approval shall beforwarded to the Accounts office of theTownship of Union. The person or entityrequesting the services shall then forwardpayment for services for the total estimat-ed hours of service, the rates of compen-sation and administrative fees as set forthis Subsection D to the Accounts office fordeposit in a Trust Account within the "Off-Duty Employment Trust Account."

3. In any instance where the number ofhours required is unknown and cannot bereasonably estimated, or is anticipated tobe in excess of 10 days, the person orentity requesting the services of an off-duty law enforcement officer shall depositan amount sufficient to cover the rate ofcompensation and administrative fees setforth in.Subsection D for the equivalent of10 days prior to the commencement ofany work. Any unused portion of thedeposit shall be returned or creditedagainst the final amount owed.4. Prior to posting any request for servic-es of off-duty law enforcement officers,the Chief of Police or his or her designeeshall verify that the balance in the Trustaccount of the person or entity requestingservices is sufficient to cover the corn-

with instructors trained at Tom Brown'sacclaimed Tracker School. Participantswill enjoy the outdoors on a walkthrough the woods to learn to identifythe types of wood for making bowdrills, They will discover how to use abow drill and hand drill to make fireand will make a bow drill to take home.The day will conclude with a closingcircle to anchor your experience.

PUBLIC NOTICE

purpose of foreclosing a mortgage datedJuly 11, 2005, made by Patricia A. Jack-son to Mortgage Electronic RegistrationSystems, Inc. as nominee for SouthstarFunding, LLC and concerns real esiatelocateci at 48 Raymond Avenue, Plain-field, NJ.

YOU, Patricia A. Jackson, her heirs,devisees, and personal representativesand his/her, their, or any of their succes-sors in right, title and interest are made adefendant because you are the maker ofthe bond/note and mortgage and/or anowner thereof and Plaintiff is unable todetermine the whereabouts of the defen-dant, and therefore, does not knowwhether he/she is living or dead, andtherefore, names as defendants PatriciaA. Jackson, her heirs, devisees, and per-sonal representatives and his/her, their,or any of their successors in right, titleand Interest.

An individual who is unable to obtain anattorney may communicate with the NewJersey State Bar Association by callingtoll free 800-792-8315 (within New Jer-sey) or 609-394-1101 (from put of state).You may also communicate with a LawyerReferral Service, or if you cannot affordto pay an attorney you may call the LegalServices Office. The phone numbers forthe county in which this action is pendingare: Legal Services (908) 354-4340,Lawyer Referral (908) 353-4715.

DONALD F. PHELANClerk of the Superior Court

U139811 WCN March 16, 2006 ($63.00)

PUBLSC NOTICEpensation and fees for the number ofhours specified in the request for servic-es. The Chief of Police or his or herdesignee shall not post a request forservices from any person or entity unlessall fees and compensation required in themanner described above have beendeposited in the "Off-Duty EmploymentTrust Account". All payments must beremitted directly to the Township for saidaccount. No officer shall be paid directlyby any employer for requested servicesnor provide any such services for morehours than are specified in the request forservices.5. In the event the funds in such an TrustAccount should become depleted, servic-es of off-duty law enforcement officersshall cease, and further requests for fur-ther or future services shall not be per-formed or posted until additional fundshave been deposited in the Trust Accountin the manner prescribed above. In theevent of an unforeseen emergency situa-tion that would require an officer toremain beyond the lime for which fundshave been posted, the Chief of Police orhis or her designee may waive therequirement for posting additional fundsafter the first ten hours for any person orentity exhibiting a previous satisfactorypayment history. However, payment forthe additional hours shall be made by theperson or entity requiring the extendedservices within 48 hours.6. The person or entity requesting suchservices shall be responsible for ensuringthat sufficient funds remain in the Trustaccount in order to avoid any interruptionof services.7. Exemption. All public utility compa-nies that are under the jurisdiction of, andregulated by, the New Jersey Board ofPublic Utilities are exempt from the provi-sions set forth in this section requiringadvance payment to the Trust Account,providing, however, that there are noamounts previously due that are outstand-ing for a period in excess of thirty (30)days. Any such delinquent balances snailrequire advance payment of the amountoutstanding prior to any officer engagingin any further off-duty assignments.C. Requests for Services1. All requests to the Township for serv-ices of off-duty law enforcement officersin the Township of Union Police Depart-ment for a period of one week or longershall be forwarded to the Chief of Policeor his or her designee for posting at leastten (10) days before such services arerequired. Any law enforcement officers,when so employed by private employers,shall be compensated at the rate set forthin Section D, hereafter.2. All requests to the Township for serv-ices of off-duty law enforcement officersin the Township of Union Police Depart-ment for a period of less than one weekshall be forwarded to the Chief of Policeor his or her designee for posting as soonas practicable, but in no event less than24 hours before such services arerequired, except in emergency situations.Any law enforcement officers, when soemployed by private employers shall becompensated at the rates set forth in Sec-tion D hereafter.3. In emergency situations, requests tothe Township for the services of off-dutylaw enforcement officers in the Townshipof Union Police Department shall be madeas necessary to the Chief of Police or hisor her designee, who shall make everyeffort to accommodate such request in areasonable manner in his or her discre-tion. Any law enforcement officers, whenso employed by private employers shallbe compensated at the rates set forth inSection D, hereafter.p. Rates of Compensation, Administra-tive Fee, Payment for Services1. Rates of compensation for contractingthe services of off-duty law enforcementofficers are established as fallows:a. Rate of compensation for police officerfor inside employment, $22.00 per hour,gross pay before taxes.

. Rate of compensation for police officerfor construction and strike duty, $45.00per hour gross pay before taxes.c. The rate of compensation for trafficduty shall be S30.00 per hour gross paybefore taxes.d. Any detail involving the services of 4or more police officers will required asupervisor who shall receive compensa-tion at an additional $2.00 per hour, grosspay before taxes, above the hourly rate ofpolice officers assigned to said details.e. Additional fee of 10% per officer hoursis hereby established to cover the admin-istrative costs, overhead and out-of-pock-et expenses of the Township of Union.This fee shall not apply to the Township ofUnion Board of Education.f. All off-duty employment law enforce-ment offices shall be guaranteed a mini-mum of four hours and be compensatedfor any fraction thereof, or whole hour, inaddition thereto.E. Cancellation: In the event that theperson or entity requesting the off-dutylaw enforcement officers fails to contactthe Township of Union at least two hoursprior to the scheduled start time to cancelthe job, or the officer works less than fourhours and the job Is completed, the officeris entitled to be paid for the minimum offour hours at the rate of compensation setforth in Section D.F. Public Emergency: The Chief of Policeor his or her designee shall have theauthority to order any police officerengaged in off-duty assignments withinthe Township to respond to an emergencysituation within the Township of Union.The Chief of Police or his or her designeeshall also have the right to order any off-duty assignment to be terminated when-ever saicf assignment creates an unac-ceptable risk to the health, safety andwelfare of the off-duty officer and / or thecitizens of the Township of Union. In theevent that a police officer is assigned toan emergency situation the Chief ofPolice orl i is or her designee shall makenote of said off-duty assignment. In anysituation where an off-duty police officeris called to an emergency situation, saidperson shall not be responsible for thepayment of the officer's hourly rate,administrative fee or any other fees to theTownship of Union until such time as saidpolice officer and/or equipment returns tothe assignment of off-duty employer.G. The Police Department Policy andProcedures shall be revised Iq be in com-pliance with the Instant ordinance andN.J.S.A.45.-19-9 et. seq. as amended byP.L. 2004, c. 143.H. All ordinances and parts of ordinancesinconsistent herewith are herebyrepealed.I. The Township Clerk shall have thisordinance codified and incorporated inofficial copies of the Township of UnionMunicipal Code.J, This ordinance shall take an effect atthe time and in the manner as provided bylaw.U140250 UNL March 16, 2006 ($144.15)

Pre-registration is required asspace is limited. At the time of regis-tration you will be given a list of sug-gested supplies to bring to this work-shop. Light refreshments will beserved before the morning walk. Thefire-making workshop will be heldrain or shine, ,so dress apjwopriatelyfor the weather.

The lee for the workshop is Sidft perperson for Union County residents and$70 per person for out-of-County par-ticipants.

For additional information on thisworkshop or for upcoming spring orsummer programs and special events,call 908-789-3670 or visitwww.ucnj.org/trailside.• Trailside Nature and Science Cen-

ter is located at 452 New ProvidenceRoad in Mountainside and is a serviceof the Union County Board of ChosenFreeholders.

Red Cross offersupcoming CPR courses

The Tri-County Chapter of theAmerican Red Cross is offering thefollowing CPR courses:

• Adult CPR/AED, and StandardFirst Aid will be held March 27 from8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The course will beheld at the American Red Cross officeat 16 Jefferson Place in Elizabeth.Some or all portions of the course maybe taken.

• Adult CPR, Child CPR. InfantCPR and First Aid will be Saturday.from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The coursewill be at the American Red Crossoffice at 332 West Front St. in Plain-field. Some or all portions of thecourse may be taken.

• CPR/AED for the ProfessionalRescuer will be March 25, from 9 a.m. :

to 6 p.m. The course will be at theAmerican Red Cross office at 16 Jef-ferson Place in Elizabeth. Call 908-756-6414, ext. 10 to register or formore information.

Union County studentsHonored for artwork

Artwork from various schools inUnion County is being showcased forthe Art Educators of New Jersey'sYouth Art Month, an annual obser-vance each March in the state of NewJersey to emphasize the value of art!education for all children and to ;

encourage support for quality schoolart programs.

Six local art students have had theirartwork selected to represent !he conn-ty.

The exhibit, which is held in theState House Annex Tunnel in Trenton,will be held in March to celebrateYouth Art Month.

The art students whose artwork hasbeen selected for this exhibit are:

• Alex Bricki — eighth-grader at:St. John the Apostle in Clark

• Geena Gao — sixth grader at Edi-son Intermediate School in Westfield

• Jennifer LeMar — 12th grader atUnion High School in Union ;

• Katarina DiLillo — fourth graderat Sherman School in Rosellc Park ;

• Romina Boy an — second graderat Robert Gordon School in RosellePark

• Zachary Frohman — first graderat Hamilton Terrace School in Berke-ley Heights.

This artwork and other Union ICounty art students artwork will alsobe on display at IKEA Elizabeththrough April 3.

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Eating disorder groupannounces new site

ANAD of Northern New Jersey isannounced the opening of a new sup-port group site. Individuals wishing torecover from an eating disorder andtheir family members and friends, cancome for a morning of support,educa-tion and a chance to meet with othersfacing similar struggles, with anorex-ia, bulimia, and compulsive overeat-ing- :

The multifamily groups are led byprofessional and recovered leadersand are held at the Saint BarnabasAmbulatory Care Center, 200 SouthOrange Ave., across from the Liv-ingston Mall, 9:15 to 11 a.m., the firstSaturday of the month, beginningApril 1. For more information, callBarbara Reese a! 973-783-2292 orvisit www.ANAD.org

Astronomers to talk,look through telescopes

On Friday, Amateur AstronomersInc. will conduct its monthly member-ship meeting at 8 p.m. in the RoySmith Theater in the Campus CenterBuilding at Union County College,1033 Springfield Ave., Cranford.

Immediately following the busi-ness meeting, at approximately 9 p.m.,the club will present a lecture on "TheTuthill Scope" given by Clif Ashcvaft.Ashcraft is a member of A A! and hada major role in the construction anddevelopment of the Tuthill Telescope.He will discuss the various aspects ofthis project.


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Countyseeks \volunteers

The Union County Board of Cho-sen Freeholders is now acceptingnominations for its 2006 VolunteerRecognition Program. This specialprogram will acknowledge local resi-dents who have made outstanding vol-unteer contributions within our com-munities.

"We look forward to honoring indi-f >,viduals who give up their free time tcjhelp make life better for their neigh-bors," said Union County FreeholdersChairman Alexander Mirabella. "It isimportant that residents know thattheir efforts are appreciated, and thisprogram will give them the recogni-tion they truly deserve."

Nominees must reside in UnionCounty and the volunteer service forwhich the nominee is being recog-nized must be with a Union Countyorganization, agency or institution;The Freeholder Board will personallyacknowledge award winners during apublic meeting in April, duringNational Volunteer Week.

To obtain a nomination form pleasecall Susan Pepper, Union CountyOffice of Volunteer Services, at 908-527-4753. Or you can email her [email protected]. ;

The deadline for nominations isMonday, April 3. - ;

Deadline nears toreg i ste r for e I ect i o n

Citizens who are not registered tovote in their communities have untilMarch 28 to register if they want totake part in the 2006 Annual SchoolElection, the president of the NewJersey School Boards Associationreminded residents.

On April 18, voters will decidetheir school district's proposed 2004-05 school budgets and select the peo-ple to represent them on their localboards of education. Elections willtake place in more than 550 of thestate's 601 school districts, as voterschoose candidates to fill more than1,500 school board seats.

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Tough talkListening at breakfast to con-

:erns about health and safety com-ilaints on a building project in cen-

tral Union County, the carpenterwith the wide chest and bald head•iurted, "So what's one less Mexi-

can?" Putting aside the lack ofpolitical correctness, it highlightsthe tough talk about undocumentedaliens not always followed with anyreal action.

The wave of undocumentedaliens equates to 11 million in thecountry and growing. They wash

our car, bus your tables and cutyour grass. Dr. Partha Banerjee,executive director of the Newersey Immigration Policy Net-

work, said at a conference in Jan-uary," The richest state with itsvery diverse immigrant commu-nity cannot afford to ignore thesepeople and their problems. It'stime that we take a hard look atthem and address their acuteneeds."

LeftOutBy Frank Capece

A minority position indeed. Theundocumented Hispanics andUnion County's undocumentedIrish and Poles shouldn't expectany quick action. Forget the wordsof welcoming the tired and pooryearning to be free. This is all aboutconomics. Talk show hosts are

talking tough about any changes inthe law.

Mind you, the porous borders of7,458 miles, the cost of enforce-ment and the desire for cheap labormake talk a lot more convenientthan action. The Bureau of Immi-gration and Customs enforcementin the Department of HomelandSecurity devotes only 4 percent ofits enforcement to the abuse of hir-ing aliens in the workplace. Sowhen you see Homeland SecurityChief Michael Chertoff, previouslyof Mountainside, flying over theRio Grande, see it for what it is —a flyover.

The tough talk argumentsinclude that undocumented alienstake jobs, make more money offthe books than the citizens whopay taxes and that standbyfavorite that they won't learn thelanguage.

Another area of tough talkcomes from the right wing of theU.S. Congress. One proposal wouldeven contemplate fencing the Mex-ican and Canadian, borders. Stillthe U.S. Chamber of Commerce isever mindful of employers' depend-ence on their illegal workers tokeep commerce moving. So whilethe number of illegal aliens rises bymore than 500,000 a year, talk ismuch more prevalent than actuallytaking any action.

Tough talk can get pretty soft.After staring down the Dubai own-ership of the Port, further action issuddenly lacking. An effort by U.S.Sen. Robert Mehendez last week tofund technology to improve scan-ning of all containers shipped intothe country was defeated by aparty-line vote in a Senate commit-tee when the price tag came in atone billion dollars.

Take the example of the Eliza-beth Port dock workers whoyelled "USA, USA" at an anti-Dubai rally. The same group wassilent over reports that the U.Strade gap has hit a staggering68.51 billion dollars just lasmonth.

A major part of that gap iscaused by imports from Chinaports that permit the dock workersto stay pretty busy. The fact thasome economists see our foreigntrade deficit as a major threat tonational security is lost in all thecommerce.

An opponent of a guest work-er program, Congressman TomTancredo from Colorado, says i"makes a mockery of our alreadystrained legal immigration system."

Can't you see benefactors othe current system still talkingtough, but in the end askingwhat's another Mexican anyhow?

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An attorney, Frank Capece is aresident of Cranford.

Judge denies Port Authority's requestBy Lauren DeFilippo

Staff WriterAt a hearing last week in Superior

Court, the Port Authority of New Yorkand New Jersey won some and lostsome.

Judge Patricia Costello denied thePort Authority's request to terminateits 30-year lease with tenant Peninsu-lar and Oriental Steam NavigationCompany, but she did find that thePort Authority had other avenueswithin the legal system through whichit could pursue its case.

The Port Authority filed its suit inlate February, after news of the proposed

ownership change of six United Statesport facilities, including the PortNewark Container Port, made headlines.

In its suit, the Port Authority saidP&O had violated a specific languageof their lease for the facility by not seek-ing the Port Authority's consent beforeagreeing to be purchased to the UnitedArab Emirates firm Dubai Ports World.

Christopher Hartwyk, attorney forthe Port Authority, opened up the hear-ing, and said P&O's actions had robbedthe lease agreement of its intent.

He said the unalterable changescaused by the transaction also rais-es questions about security and

economic stability of the region.Attorney Drew Berry, of the law

firm McCarter & English which repre-sented P&O, took the position thatbecause the change in ownership tookplace several levels above the actualday-to-day management of the port,the actual corporate structure wouldnot be altered.

He also said the Port Authority hadbeen informed of the transaction via e-mail, and had known about it sinceapproximately Jan. 3, and said that hisclient would be in favor of participat-ing in a fact-finding session.

Later, Hartwyk said, "It's disingenu-

ous to argue (for) a fact-finding when(P&O) deprived the Port Authority ofthe fact-finding the lease contemplates."

"This is a corporate dispute," Berrysaid several times, and drove his pointhome with a power-point presentationthat illuminated several sections fromthe lease in question.

Hartwyk did not disagree with Berryabout the transaction's commercialnature, but argued that the piece of prop-erty at hand did require special attentionbecause it represents a "very criticalpiece of this region's infrastructure."

However, Berry countered the PortAuthority concerns about security and

economic stability by reiterating,"nothing bad is happening."

He noted that the same peoplewould be in charge of the facility, thesame operation would be conducted,the same $20 million in rent would bepaid to the Port Authority, and thesame capital expenditures would bemade.

Berry also cited a similar transac-tion from August 2005 in which theMaersk acquired Farrell Lines Inc. inwhich the Port Authority did notobject or seek its right to consent.

Lauren DeFilippo can be reachedat 908-686-7700, ext. 119.

Republicans to nominate three at conventionBy Tom CanavanEditor in Chief

When the Union County Republican Com-mittee convenes Saturday for its annual conven-tion, three names will be presented as freehold-er candidates to challenge the three Democraticincumbents who will be running in November'sgeneral election.

The Democrats whose terms will expire thisyear are Al Mirabella, Deborah Scanlon andChester Holmes. Each is expected to file for re-election by the April 11 filing deadline.

While those faces may be familiar to themost ardent viewers of county government, theRepublican faces perhaps will not. Among thethree is Patricia Quatrocchi of Garwood, whoran unsuccessfully last year in her attempt for athree-year term. Quatrocchi was the highest votegetter for the Republicans last year, and hasgained the faith of County Chairman PhilipMorin to be placed on the ballot once again.

In addition to Quatrocchi, the GOP will pres-ent Mountainside Borough Councilman GlennMortimer and Westfieid businesswoman DianeBarabas to its constituency to round out the tick-et.

The annual convention will be held at West-field High School on Saturday morning.

Calling the three Republican candidates"very good" this year, Morin said he hopes theconvention looks upon them as favorably as hedoes.

Quatrocchi, he said, knows the ins and outsof county government and placed well in the2005 freeholder election.

Mortimer, he said, has served seven years asa member of the Mountainside Borough Coun-cil. "Glenn is from a community that is alwayshit hard by county taxes, but a community thatdoes more with less on the local level," Morinsaid. "He can bring that type of government phi-losophy to the county level."

Calling her a newcomer to politics, Morinsaid Barabas is a past president of the WestfieidChamber of Commerce and sits on the board oftrustees of the Westfieid Special ImprovementDistrict.

"We have three very good candidates thisyear, and I hope the convention would lookfavorably on these candidates," Morin said.

Because 2006 and 2007 are considered "offyears" as far as elections are concerned, Morinis calling them "opportunity years for the UnionCounty Republicans."

Union County Republicans haven't won afreeholder race in 11 years.

One Democratic observer went as far as tosay this week that the pendulum may swing thisyear, with no constitutional officers running forelection at the county level and no major nameson the ballot such as president or governor. Therewill be no Assembly races this year as well.

Sen. Thomas Kean Jr., a Republican repre-

senting the 21st Legislative District, will chal-lenge Democratic U.S. Senator Robert Menen-dez for the U.S. Senate seat.

The Democratic Party does not traditionallyhold a convention, and the three incumbents areexpected to seek re-election. Mirabella, Scanlonand Holmes all were elected to their seats in1998. Each will be completing their third termsthis year.

Mirabella is a resident of Fanwood, whileScanlon lives in Union and Holmes lives in Rail-way.

Democratic Chairman Charlotte DeFilippowas unavailable this week to comment on theDemocratic candidates and to confirm whetheror not all three will be given the Democratic linethis year.

Saturday's Republican convention will beginat 9:30 a.m.

Tom Canavan can be reached [email protected].

Citizens seek keysto government

By Lauren DeFilippoStaff Writer

They came to network, learn and tohave the process of governmentdemystified.

Approximately 80 people from thefour corners of the county showed upat the Cranford Community Center onMarch 9 for the Union County Watch-dog Association's first training andeducation seminar.

Over the course of an hour, theaudience swapped war.stories, and bythe end of the night seemed to realizethat the whole of their collectiveknowledge of bits and pieces of thelaw, were greater than the sum of theirparts.

"They think they don't under-stand," Patricia Quattrocchi of Gar-wood said. "They will gradually real-ize this isn't that hard."

A member of the Watchdog Associ-ation, Quattrocchi is also a formerGarwood council member and three-time Republican freeholder candidate.She is expected to run for countyoffice again this fall.

Billed as a "free class on the polit-ical skills to effectively self-advocateand participate in municipal govern-ment," the event also featured RachelPittard, a coordinator from Citizens'Campaign, an organization run by theGarden-state non-profit Center forCivic Responsibility.

Pittard described the organizationas "a state-wide movement whounderstands that our citizenry is inneed of a 12-step program, or a re-energizing."

Throughout the workshop, Pittardexplained how her organization canprovide the means for local citizens tonot only get involved in local govern-ment, but also effectuate change.

"We don't exist to lead the charge,"Pittard said, "we're here to assist youto lead the charge."

Roselle resident Sylvia Turnigesaid said forums like this have a nichein Union County, and provide ordinarycitizens with the tools they need.

She herself went home with a citi-zen presentation kit.

"Government needs to becomemore public," she said.

The discussion during the work-shop ran the gamut. Topics from pay-to-play, to local elections, eminentdomain and open space were coveredin rapid succession with residentsencouraged to offer their two cents.

"Try your hand at somethingattainable," Pittard said.

Citizens' Campaign is designed tohelp residents looking toward changestrategize and provide step-by-stepinstructions about how to run a peti-tion drive, how to get on the ballot,and "presentation kits" on how to pro-pose model laws to the municipal gov-ernment, complete with modelspeeches.

According to Pittard, more than160 towns have used the organiza-tion's the presentation kit, and approx-imately 45 of those have been for pay-to-play legislation.

Citizens' Campaign also publishesthe The Citizen's Manual: Paths toPower for Regular Citizens, whichoutlines the rights of New Jersey resi-dents and their role in the politicalprocess.

Cranford Township Committeemember Robert Puhak, also in atten-dance, said he was encouraged by thecitizen turnout.

"I know how frustrating it can be,"he said, recalling his own emotionsabout government a decade ago. "Ihave to applaud what's being donehere tonight."

As an elected official, he impartedto the citizens in attendance: "Youreally can make a difference...to pushfor the common good."

Watchdog President Tina Rennasaid she was pleased with the turnoutand promised that the workshop wasjust the beginning of a series of simi-lar events they hope to organize in thefuture.

For more information about theCitizens' Campaign, go towww.jointhecampaign.com.

Lauren DeFilippo can be reachedat 908-686-7700, ext. 119, or union-countyb@thelocalsource. com.

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State troopers join dozens of other organizations marching in Union County's annual St.Patrick's Day Parade, held Saturday in Union township.

Politicians recall Irish upbringingBy Paul Greuiich

Staff WriterUNION — Four prominent Irish-American politi-

cians gathered before a large audience at Kean Univer-sity March 8 to share their thoughts and experiencesregarding the rich Irish political history in New Jersey.

Assemblyman Joseph Cryan, Essex County ClerkChris Durkin, Assemblyman Sean Kean and NoreenGiblin, state director for Sen. Frank Lautenberg, startedoff by relating anecdotes from their family histories,giving the audience a glimpse into the backgrounds thathelped shape their passion for government service.

Kean University's Scholar-in-Residence Terry Gol-way served as moderator, directing the discussion aswell as prompting questions from the audience.

One factor which may have led the Irish to value thecommunity leadership and organization that is impor-tant in politics was the many years spent under theoppression of the British government, panel memberssaid. In those times, developing a voice and an identityof their own was a key factor in gaining power and free-dom from those who would try to rule over them as wellas to help their fellow hardworking Irish men andwomen move up in the world.

The Irish were fast to apply this strategy in America,where many Irish immigrants were discriminated

against throughout the 1800s.While those times are clearly in the past, the tradition

of Irish-Americans being involved in politics continuesto run strong in New Jersey, the speakers said.

Irish-American politicians traditionally tended to beDemocrats, but in more recent years many have alsocome to embrace the Republican party as well. The Irish-American population in urban areas has also thinned outsomewhat, spreading to more suburban locations.

The speakers said stricter ruies and more expensivecampaigning have generated a more bitter, competitiveatmosphere which has taken a lot of the fun and goodspirit out of politics which was present until the 1970s.

Although what was known as the Irish "politicalmachine" is not what it once was, the tradition remains.

"It's good to celebrate a little of the past, a lot of thepresent and the future," Cryan said as the close of thepresentation.

University President Dawood Farahi was also pleasedwith the event.

"This was a great panel and gave the students an ideaof what the public officials do. We're glad they couldcome," Farahi said.

Staff writer Paul Greuiich can be reached at 908-686-7700, ext. 117, or online at [email protected].

'-United Way prepares rounds up 1,000 volunteers for Day of CaringOn April.28, more than 1,000 volunteers

will be working hard throughout Union Coun-ty to support United Way of Greater UnionCounty's work in keeping neighborhoods safeand thriving.

United Way's 2006 Day of Caring is thenon-profit organization's premier event thathelps promote community involvement andvolunteerism. Throughout the day, volunteergroups from local companies and organizationswill be focused on completing dozens of proj-ects at local health and human service organi-zations. Many Day of Caring volunteers will berolling up their sleeves for hands-on painting

and beautification projects, while others pro-vide needed clerical assistance and spend somequality time with service recipients.

"Volunteers play a vital role in poweringlocal programs that touch the lives of thou-sands of our neighbors," said Larry J. Lock-hart, board president of United Way of GreaterUnion County. "United Way's Day of Caringin the perfect opportunity for local people todonate their time, effort and expertise to makegood things happen in our community."

Day of Caring volunteer projects includereading to children at local day care centers,serving meals to seniors, gardening and paint-

ing projects, and clerical assistance.The Westwood in Garwood will also host a

special Day of Caring kick-off breakfast at 8a.m. to help volunteers start the day on theright track. To volunteer for United Way's Dayof Caring, call United Way's Lynn Pittman at908-353-7171, ext. 130, or visitwww.uwguc.org to see a complete listing ofvolunteer projects.

United Way of Greater Union County devel-ops and supports more than 100 programs thatimprove the lives of local children and youth,seniors, people with disabilities and families incrisis.

UWGUC's Early Learning programs arefocused on enhancing the quality of local childcare centers to ensure children are well pre-pared to learn and succeed in school and in life.

UWGUC's 2-1-1 helpline also supportsthousands of local families by connectingcallers with community resources that can helpanswer their human service needs. 2-1-1 isavailable in Union County thanks to a strongpartnership between United Way and the Coun-ty of Union's Board of Chosen Freeholders.

For more information or to support UnitedWay of Greater Union County, call 908-353-7171 or visit www.uwguc.org.


New exhibit in Clark

Photo By Sean Havey

The Polish Cultural Foundation's Skuiski Art Gallery opened its King Koiouszek exhibitFriday evening.

Freeholders to offer trees to townsThe Union County Board of Chosen

Freeholders is making available anadditional $100,000 in matching OpenSpace Trust Funds for municipalities toplant trees, as part of its "GreeningUnion County" initiative. The grantprogram is designed to match everymunicipality tree-for-tree for the treesthey purchase through this program.

'Trees improve the environment bylowering air pollution, creating cleanerair, lowering energy costs, and improv-ing the overall quality of life," saidFreeholder Deborah P. Scanlon, whochairs the Open Space, Recreation andHistoric Preservation Trust Fund. "It is

important for us to be pro-active withtowns and cities to maintain our tree-lined streets and municipal parks."

The "Greening Union County" pro-gram includes installation of trees byforestry professionals with a one-yearmaintenance guarantee. Since its incep-tion in 2004, as an initiative of then-chairman Freeholder Angel G Estrada,more than 2,350 trees have been addedto the landscape of Union County.

Applications will be mailed to everymunicipality in Union County andmade available on March 20 by theCounty. The deadline to file applica-tions with the County is June 30. Appli-

cations can also be requested by calling908-558-2277 or by visiting the Officeof Open Space, Recreation and HistoricPreservation on the sixth floor of theUnion County Administration Buildingin Elizabeth.

The Open Space, Recreation andHistoric Preservation Trust Fund,approved by Union County voters in2000, assesses a levy of 1.5 cents per$100 of total equalized real propertyvaluation for a period of 20 years. Itprovides funds.to protect open space,improve parks and recreational facilitiesand preserve Union County's historictreasures.

Education award to be presentedThe Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders will

receive the "Commitment to Education" award in Aprilfrom the Union County Educational Services Foundation.

The award will be presented at the 11th annual awardsreception hosted by the Foundation at The Primavera inStirling. The event will take place April 25 from 6 to 8:30p.m.

Over the years, the Union County Board of ChosenFreeholders has sponsored a number of initiatives aimed atimproving education for Union County residents.

The Freeholder Scholar program provides scholar-ships to Union County College for eligible residents.The Senior Scholar program helps senior citizensfrom the country attend college. There is also Collegefor Teens which provides college courses over thesummer-months. The Freeholder board has also imple-mented a program called Access 2000 which providesschool districts with funds for new computers, Inter-

net access and technology education for teachers."Nothing is as important to our society as the education

of its residents," said Union County Freeholder Daniel Sul-livan. "As a former member of the Elizabeth Board of Edu-cation I understand the importance of learning at any age.And I'm proud that the entire freeholder board has shownan unwavering commitment to assuring that those whowant to learn have the tools and the resources to do so."

UCESF serves all 21 municipalities in Union County,providing funding for educational programs and servicesfor disabled and non-disabled students who cannot beserved in a regular classroom setting or in existing specialeducation programs.

Past winners of the award include former New JerseyGov. Thomas Kean; former Gov. Donald DiFrancesco; Dr.Saul Cooperman; Ernest J. Finizio Jr.; Frank Cicarell; StateSen. Jack Ewing; Dr. Ronald Applbaum; Sister MaureenJames; Anthony Trezza; and Sen. Joseph Doria.

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Robert Patrick O'Leary, with the Union County St.Patrick's Day Committee, announces the parade partic-ipants as they pass by Union and Stuyvesant avenues.

Recycle household waste, automobile tiresThe County of Union will sponsor a recycling

event on March 25 so Union County residents can getrid of household special waste and old automobiletires in an environmentally safe manner.

The collection will take place from 8 a.m. to 2p.m. on the campus of Union County College, 1033Springfield Ave., across from Nomahegan Park, inCranford.

All residents of Union County are eligible to par-ticipate at no cost.

"The special household waste recycling programis increasingly important to Union County residents aswe become more aware of the need for proper dispos-al of hazardous items that are found around the home,"said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. "Theend result is safer homes and a cleaner environmentfor our families and our neighbors." Pre-registration isnot required for this special Saturday collection.

All that residents need to do is drive to the site withtheir household special waste and automobile tires.Workers at the site will unload the vehicles.

There is a limit of eight automobile tires — with-out rims —per household. This is a household recy-cling event. No businesses, please.

"Household special waste" includes oil-based paintand varnish, antifreeze, aerosol cans, pool chemicals,corrosives, pesticides, herbicides, solvents, thinners,fire extinguishers, motor oil and oil filters, gasoline,batteries, thermostats, unbroken fluorescent bulbs andmercury switches.

Only materials in original or labeled containers willbe accepted.

Latex —' water-based — paint and empty canswill not be accepted. They should be disposed of inwith the regular garbage. Leftover latex paint can beair-dried or, to hasten the drying process, kitty litter

and/or newspaper can be added."This is a great opportunity to recycle up to eight

tires and dispose of old containers that are clutteringup the basement or the garage, or taking up spaceunder the kitchen sink," said Freeholder ChesterHolmes, liaison to the Union County Solid WasteAdvisory Board. "Our homes become safer once theyare rid of hazardous and combustible waste."

A complete list of the materials that will be accept-ed on March 25 is available at the Union CountyBureau of Environmental Services Web site:www.ucnj.org/oem.

The household special waste collection will be heldrain or shine, for Union County residents only and notfor businesses. Proof of Union County residency isrequired.

For more information, call the Bureau of Environ-mental Services Hotline at 908-654-9889,

academy offers alternate route programUnion County Prosecutor

Theodore J. Romankow announcedthat the John H. Stamler Police Acad-emy will offer the Alternate RouteBasic Police Program in the nextpolice recruit class beginning on July21.

"One of the project's goals is tocreate a pool of trained officers whocould then be hired by local policedepartments, sparing municipalitiesthe costs associated with training apolice officer," Romankow said.

"The Alternate Route Programwas first offered as a pilot project atthe Academy in 1993," said UnionCounty Police Chief Daniel Vaniska,president of the Union CountyPolice Chiefs Association. "Onehundred percent of all AlternateRoute candidates graduating fromthe academy are in excellent positionto obtain jobs in law enforcement,"he added. Candidates completing awritten examination and reviewprocess become part of the acade-

my's regular police training class.Academy Director Anthony Paren-

ti said "the Alternate Route recruitsreceive the same instruction as theregular police cadets during the 20week training session." The trainingcourses include firearms, weapons ofmass destruction, terrorism, use offorce, court procedures, crime preven-tion, community relations, juvenilecrime, domestic violence, the statecriminal code, drug enforcement,crash injury management, crime scenemanagement and constitutional law.

Parenti said "the academy func-tions much like a military basic train-ing course." The Alternate Route andregular police cadets wear the sarneuniforms and must adhere to a strictmilitary regimen, including dailyphysical training.

"All Alternate Route candidatesmust have a minimum of 60 collegecredits at an institution of higherlearning." Romankow said. "TheAlternate Route candidates are not

Chamber to honor local mayor, administrator March 27For the first time, a Union County mayor and

business administrator will be honored at the 17thannual Mayors' Dinner sponsored by the GatewayRegional Chamber of Commerce on March 27 atL'Affaire, 1099 Route 22 East, Mountainside.

The annual mayors' dinner has grown to be thelargest non-partisan political event in UnionCounty. Each year the chamber honors an out-standing Union County mayor as Mayor of theYear. This year an Administrator of the Year alsowill be honored for his or her outstanding work

during the year. Mayors and other officials fromeach of the 21 municipalities in the county areexpected to attend.

This year Cranford Mayor Daniel Ashenbach,Springfield Mayor Clara Harelik and UnionMayor Peter Capodice have been nominated asMayor of the Year.

For the honor of Administrator of the Year,Angle Devanney of Berkeley Heights Town-ship, John Laezza of Clark Township andJames Debbie, who is also chief of police in

Mountainside, have been nominated.The light-hearted evening, during which each

mayor is given a chance to brag about his or hermunicipality, is based on the Academy Awardsceremony. The evening is sponsored by Com-merce Bank and the reception, beginning at 6p.m., is sponsored by Comcast. The GatewayRegional Chamber of Commerce, which repre-sents businesses in Union, Essex, Middlesex andSomerset counties, is the largest business organi-zation in northern New Jersey.

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Reprints of published photos are availablet as well as photos from our extensive archives.

guaranteed a position by the programbut will have met all the state require-ments necessary to become policeofficers."

According to Chief Vaniska, 70percent of the Alternate Route pro-gram is open to in-county residentsand 30 percent may come from out ofcounty. The tuition for the course is$1,260. Alternate Route candidatesdemonstrating financial hardship willbe given one year from the time theyobtain a position in law enforcementto pay the tuition," he added. "Theyalso can receive 12 credits if theyenroll in a course at Union CountyCollege."

Romankow said the program hashelped young people interested in a

law enforcement career achieve theirdreams. "Agencies are looking forpeople who have a jump up 'on theirtraining, and there have been 155 peo-ple who have participated and so farwe have an excellent placement rate."

Anyone interested in applying forthe Alternate Route program may pickup an application starting April 3 atthe John H. Stamler Police Academy,1776 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains.When applicants complete the appli-cation and make payment of $75 tocover the initial application and testfee, they will be given a study guide.For more information, call Parenti at908-889-6112. All applications mustbe returned on or before May 8 by 11a.m., day of the test.

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Community Conversations, a project of The Keruv (outreach) Coalitionis designed to open the doors to dialogue among interfaith familiesand Conservative synagogues. We believe that interfaith families canshare in the rich traditions and vitality of Judaism. Our goal is to helpyou and your family feel connected, respected and comfortable with-in our synagogue community.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR OPENING EVENTAnother Choice...Why a Conservative Temple

Might be Right for Your FamilyJoin Rabbi Mark Mallach and guest speaker Rabbi Moshe Edelman

of the United Synagogue of Conservative JudaismLearn how the Conservative movement is changing.

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Union students make honor rollThe following Burnet Middle School students have

achieved first honor roll and honor roll status for the secondmarking period.

First honorsGrade Six — Jasmin S. Bayla, Shalyn M. Brangman,

Karma Cabezas, Diana S. Carvalho, Shayla E. Cole, Eve-lande Dufrene, Christina M. Dziedzic, Leah L. Estillero,Devon J. Gallucci, Jilienne Rose M. Landcho, Karen Lara,Juliete A. Lemar, Christine H. Ma, Joel Marathanal, AlvinMathew, Chugo Okonkwo, Christopher G. Oliveira,Motolani E. Oyetunde, Riddhi P. Patel, Janel Proctor,Michelle T. Roache, Danielle N. Steitz and Erika Valera.

Grade Seven — Folakemi I. Agboola, Christian R.Blaza, Mavivienne Buenaventura, Barbara C. Ekeh,Danthea Esmaya, Timothy M. Fong, Tranya L. Gaston,Ahmad Hamidullah, Juan M. Ignacio, Katheryn J. Maldon-ado, Monal Mehta, Tyler A. Miskovits, Virali K, Patel, JoyB. Rebustes, Jadeen M. Service, Randa Shafik, KimberlyD. Tower and Victoria I. Valenzi.

Grade Eight — Scott Bashford, Giovanna Dionisio,Amanda M. Kardys, Keith J. Kilanowski, Yomanda K.Martin, Chika S. Okonkwo and Divya Patel.

Second HonorsGrade Six — Jamila G. Absarulislam, Clifton N.

Alexander Jr., Oluwaseun V. Alofe, Antonio Amorim, Mar-quis T. Anderson, Ugochii Anyanwu, Gina August, NazirK. Bamett, Christopher V. Bastos, Lissette C. Boutin,Jonathan Bravo, David 0. Burrell, Francela M. Chacon,Leon C. Chukwuma, Daniel Cordova, Ricardo Da Silva,Melissa A. Ebert, Phoebe Edceline Elan, Carolina M. Fer-nandes, Ana Maria Figueiredo, Gabriela Figueroa, JordanL. Gilardoni, Natalia Glowinska, Angela M. Gomez, NicoleT. Grandeza, Yasmine F. Hamdan, Noelle V. Hedgcock,Christopher W. Hernandez, Julia Hodczak, Jon Jimenez,Darius J. Lee, Jean-Luke L. Libunao, Angel J. Liggins, Jes-sica F. Martins, James R. Moore, Alexis A. Morey, MeganE. O'Brien, Chinenye A. Onyemaobi, Tiffany Pangandoy-on, Sarah PascuaL Melina E. Pena, Haenley K. Pierre, JoseA. Pinho, Tenille Rudder, Paul Sangolqui, Danny Santos,Arianna L. Scheiner, Frank A. Senkiw, Michelle A. Simoes,Ramadan Smith-McCloud, Christopher F. Sousa, Diana M.Tenecela, Ogechi K. Umejei, Nicole M. Vendola, CatalinaVerzbickis, Ryan V. Vieira, David Vigario, Sacha Vincent,Paul G Vitales, Bryan Watson, Timothy R. Watson, MarcellWoolridge and Austin Worst.

Grade Seven — Carissa A. Abraham, Chavier A.Alphonso, Alfred Amponsah, Joana A. Amposah, Jashiel

Apolinario, Johnjairo Avila, Timothy T. Awojobi, MitchellBadua, Megan Bohse, Nichole D. Broner, Demi Buscar,Patrycja D. Bys, Jacqueline S. Canterbury, MarvensCharles, Marisa N. Cocchiarella, Candice J. Collier, MollyE. Collins, Ashley G Cortez, Paul B. Cosico, Samantha T.Davis, Makka Depa, Jennieann M. Ditillo, Rachel J. Donat,Gabriella Dombrique, Osasumwen W. Eboh, Yanni F. Ebo-ras, Emmanouil Emmanouilidis, Melanie S. Fernandes,Nathaniel C. Fernando, Michael D. Figueiredo, Ron Gadia,Megan Rose O. Galema, Laurinel Gramatica, Paulo A.Guerreiro, Kelly L. Hoffman, Chaun-Wei Hsu, ChidoziemIkwuegbu, Juan Jaquez, Joseph Jascur, Everett Johnson,Keisha L. Jones, Ruth Anne S. Katalbas, Alicia M. Knight,Alex H. Levitz, Vanessa Liwag, Katarina S. Loizou, Aman-da V. Lyna, James C. Magbanua, Diana Markowska,Zachary C. Mauro, Atanes A. Meronuli Jr., Alleli Naguit,Precious C. Okoro, Ife Oluwa Olayinka, Julia A. Oppong,Kelly P. Ortega, Jennifer A. Osei-Fosu, Kishan Patel, YarliePierre-Louis, Brandon Pucha, Voncy W. Ragin, StephanieRodriguez, Ryan S. Sagendorf, Abigail S. Samonte, JuliaSantangelo, Nina P. Santocildes, Vanessa D. Santos, Kim-berly L. Scott, Derrick Sims, Evan S. Stevens, Julian Sulse,Erdine Sylvain, Jazmin S. Tesoro, Jessica L. Torr, Tina M.Trzaska, Dave Jason Ubungen, Luisa P. Valente, MelisaVallovera, Andrew D. Vinluan, Shoniece Wells, Sean L.Woodley, Robert R. Yabao, Maria Zuniga and Caitlin M.Goerlich.

Grade Eight — Mostafa S. Abdalla, Babatunde J. Abo-gan, Ifeoma B. Anyansi, Amma Appiah-Danquah, AishaAziz, Patricia H. Badiola, Yryn Marie B. Belmonte, KarenBlake, Nathalie Bonhomme, Zagham H. Chaudry, VictoriaCook, Pedro De Oliveira, Hodlyne Defendre, AnderleDesronvil, Kevhe A. Enaohwo, Nelson C. Felix, KayeAngeli F. Galing, Maggie Gandhi, Isaac Garcia, CatherineN. Huynh, Fulbio Jiminian, Brittany N. Jones, MateuszKonik, Ketan Kumar, Clarina C. Kunnath, Kuriakose Kun-nath, Alan Kwok, Lauren A. Lodato, Gabriel Lopes, JohnA. Magbanua, Yamira Maldonado, Sara Nicole G Matos,Sarah K. McMillan, Ashley E. Melowits, Victoria M. Men-doza, Rashidat Oladipupo, Bayaan A. Oluyadi, Quinten D.Opoku, Rushit B. Patel, Shivangi K. Patel, Edward L.Pearce, Joseph R. Petrucelli, Orangis E. Pimentel Mojica,Khadijah Pinckney, Stephen Roszkowski, Alex Jensen S.Samonte, Leanna Samosn, Christina M. Santomauro,Richard P. Sapeta, Edward J. Scarillo, Nicole S.Sociedade, Michelle Soriano, Ayanna Taylor, Nicholas C.Telle, Joshua Valera, Tanisha Vavilus, Prabhat Vijayan,Matthew A. Weckstein, Darius T. White, Joshua W. Wirryand Debbie S. Xavier.

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SummitArea YMCA kicked off its annual Strong Kids Campaign on March 8 at the GrandSummit Hotel. In attendance were more than 100 staff, volunteers, board members anddonors gearing up to raise $405,000 for 2006. Vienna Holmes, 7, center, a presenter atthe kick off, is joined by Springfield staff and volunteers Katrina Jamer, Pam Halpin, TerriClinton and Matt Wasserman.

Celebrate Year of the Museum

County makes visits, offering senior supportThe Union County Department

of Human Services, Division onAging, will bring its Outreach Ser-vices Program for senior adults toUnion, Elizabeth, Linden, West-

PUBL1C NOTICEPOWERS KIRN, LLC9 East Stow Road, Suite CMarlton, NJ 08053P.O. Box 1568Mount Laurel, NJ 08054(856) 802-1000Attorneys for Plaintiff (2006-0172)

NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTSuperior Court of New JerseyChancery DivisionUnion CountyDocket No. F-2838-06

STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO:Alba Ricardo, her heirs, devisees, andpersonal representatives and his/her,their, or any of their successors in right,title and interest and Jorge Ricardo, Jr.,his heirs, devisees, and personal repre-sentatives and his/her, their, or any oftheir successors in right, title and interest

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED andrequired to serve upon the Attorneys forPlaintiff, Powers Kirn, LLC, 9 East StowRoad, Suite C, Marlton, NJ 08053; P.O.Box 1568, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054, anAnswer to the Complaint (and Amendmentto Complaint, if any) filed in a Civil Actionin which World savings Bank, FSB isplaintiff and Alba Ricardo and JorgeRicardo, Jr., et al., are Defendants, pend-ing in the Superior Court-of New Jersey,within thirty-five (35) days after March 16,2006, exclusive of such date. If you failto do so, judgment by default may be ren-dered against you for the relief demandedin the Complaint. You shall file yourAnswer and Proof of Service in duplicatewith the Clerk of the Superior Court at theRichard J. Hughes Justice Complex, CN971, 6th Floor, North Wing, Trenton, NewJersey 08625, in accordance with therules of civil practice and procedure. A$135.00 filing fee payable to the Clerk ofthe Superior Court and a completed CaseInformation Statement must accompanyyour answer or motion.

The action has been instituted for thepurpose of foreclosing a mortgage datedApril 19, 2004, made By Alba Ricardo andJorge Ricardo, Jr. to World Savings Bank,FSB, and concerns real estate located at111 Port Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ.

YOU, Alba Ricardo, her heirs, devisees,and personal representatives and his/her,their, or any of their successors in righttitle and interest and Jorge Ricardo, Jr.,his heirs, devisees, and personal repre-sentatives and his/her, their, or any of.their successors in right, title and interestare made a defendant because you arethe maker of the bond/note and mortgageand/or an owner thereof and Plaintiff isunable to determine the whereabouts ofthe defendant, and therefore, does notknow whether he/she Is living or dead,and therefore, names as defendants AlbaRicardo, her heirs, devisees, and person-al representatives and his/her, their, orany of their successors in right, title andinterest and Jorge Ricardo, Jr., his heirs,devisees, and personal representativesand his/her, their, or any of their succes-sors in right, title and interest.

An individual who is unable to obtain anattorney may communicate with the NewJersey State Bar Association by callingtoll free 800-792-8315 (within New Jer-sey) or 609-394-1101 (from out of state).You may also communicate with a LawyerReferral Service, or if you cannot affordto pay an attorney you may call the LegalServices Office. The phone numbers forthe county in which this action is pendingare: Legal Services (908) 354-4340,Lawyer Referral (908) 353-4715.

DONALD F. PHELANClerk of the Superior Court

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Storage Post, Inc., will sell at Public Auc-tion under New Jersey Lien laws for cashonly on April 7, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. and onsuch succeeding days and times as maybe necessary at 401 S. Park Aye., Linden,NJ 07036 the property described hereinas belonging to: Maricela Martinez #1127:air conditioners, bikes, PC; MaritzaLoaiza #1165: ladder, lamps, toolbox;Ruba Awad #2018: entertainment center,cases of motor oil, grill; Cheryl Fish#2047: dresser, cartons, lamp; Marva R.Belvin-Washington #2141: sofas, plastictotes, exercise bike: Wally K. Fox #2211:refrigerator, recliner, radio; Jody A.Rodriguez #2221: dishwasher, speaker,cartons; Jody A. Rodriguez #2222: TV &stand, dresser; Sharon D. Lewis #2243:bags, dresser, radio; Marge M. Reid#5002: big-screen TV, refrigerator, plastictotes; Saleemah R. White #6045: PC mon-itor, laptop, air conditioner; MarchSteven/Franklin Henry #7020: X-Boxvideo games, refrigerator, cartons.Daniel S Donald Bader, Auctioneers asAgents. Storage Post reserves the rightto refuse any bid or cancel the auction for Cal. #3044any reason.March 16, 23, 2006U139917 PRO ($24.00)

field, Roselle and New Providence.Division on Aging staff will assist

seniors with information and help inapplying for a variety of governmentassistance programs, including gas

PUBLIC NOT8CENOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS

(L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO:THOMAS E. DIMINOANN D. DIMINO, and each of their heirs,devisees, and personal representa-tives, and his, her, their or any of theirsuccessors in right, title and interest

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED ANDREQUIRED to serve upon ZUCKER,GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, ESQS., plain-tiff's attorneys, whose address is 200Sheffield Street, Suite 301, Mountainside,New Jersey 07092-0024, telephone num-ber 1-908-233-8500, an Answer to theAMENDED Complaint filed in a civilaction, in which Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.successor by merger to Wells FargoHome Mortgage, Inc. is plaintiff, andTHOMAS E. DIMINO, et afT, are defen-dants, pending in the Superior Court ofNew Jersey, Chancery Division, UnionCounty, and bearing Docket F-3461-06within thirty-five (35) days after03/16/2006 exclusive of such date, or ifpublished after 03/16/2006, (35) daysafter the actual date of such publication,exclusive of such date. If you fail to doso, judgment by default may be renderedagainst you for the relief demanded in theAMENDED Complaint. You shail file yourAnswer and proof of service in duplicatewith the Clerk of the Superior Court ofNew Jersey, Hughes Justice Complex-CN971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625,together with your check in the sum of$135.00 representing the filing fee inaccordance with the rules of civil practiceand procedure.

This action has been instituted for thepurpose of (1) foreclosing a Mortgagedated 07/17/2003 made i?y Thomas E.Dimino and Ann D. Dimino As Husbandand Wife as mortgagors, to Wells FargoHome Mortgage, Inc. recorded on08/13/2003 in Book M10250 of Mortgagesfor Union County, Page 0740 which Mort-gage was assigned to the plaintiff, WellsFargo Bank. N.A. successor by merger, toWeils Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc. WellsFargo Bank, N.A., is the successor bymerger to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage,Inc.; and (2) to recover possession of,and concerns premises commonly knownas 1115-1117 Richford Terrace, Elizabeth,NJ 07202.

If you are unable to obtain an attorney,you may communicate with the New Jer-sey Bar Association by calling 732-249-5000. You may also contact the LawyerReferral Service of the County of venueby calling 908-353-4715. If you cannotafford an attorney, you may communicatewith the Legal Services office of theCounty of venue by calling 908-354-4340.

Thomas E. Dimino and Ann D. Dimino,his wife, and each of their heirs,devisees, and personal reprentatives, andhis, her, their or any of their successorsin right, title and interest are made partydefendants to this foreclosure actionbecause executed plaintiff's obligationand mortgage being foreclosed hereinand may be liable for any deficiency andbecause the owners of record of the mort-gaged premises being foreclosed hereinand for any lien, claim or interest mayhave in, to or against the mortgagedpremises.

DONALD F. PHELAN, CLERKSUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY

THIS IS AN ATTEMPTTO COLLECT A DEBT.

ANY INFORMATION OBTAINEDWILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

The City of Linden, New Jersey, will con-duct a public hearing on April 4, 2006 at7:00 p.m. in the Plan Room, 3rd floor ofCity Hall, 301 North Wood Avenue, Lin-den, N.J. The purpose of the hearing Isto present an application for considera-tion and approval by the City Council attheir April 11, 2006 meeting and subse-quent submission to the Department ofEnvironmental Protection under the GreenTrust Local Assistance Program. Theapplication will request funds for thedevelopment of the initial phase of theHawkrise walkway system.The public is encouraged to attend thehearing and to comment.Val imbriacoMunicipal Clerk - City of Linden, New Jer-

and electric support, pharmaceuticalassistance and home energy assis-tance. There will also be screening forSupplemental Security Income eligi-bility, and information about theSenior Health Insurance Program.

The Outreach Services Programwill visit the following locations:

• Tuesday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.at the Kennedy Arms, 70 WestfieldAve., Elizabeth.

• Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. tonoon at the Westfield NeighborhoodCouncil, 127 Cacciola Place, Westfield.

Celebrate the year of the museum with the Miller-CoryHouse Museum

If your child has visited the Miller-Cory House Muse-um, he or she may have:

• Pretended to be part of a family living on an earlyAmerican farm

• Sampled bread freshly baked in a "beehive oven" withhomemade churned butter

• Played children's games from the Lanape Indian culture• Watched a re-creation of revolutionary war army camp

life• Made crafts and heard stories during special holiday

and seasonal programs.The Miller-Cory House Museum, on 614 Mountain Ave.

in Westfield, has been enriching lives in many different wayssince its inception as a museum more than 30 years ago.

The 18th century farmhouse, certified as a historic siteand entered on the state and national registers of historicplaces, offers numerous programs, all made possible by itsdedicated group of volunteers. Not only do children andtheir families have the opportunity to learn about Americanheritage on site, but the museum also offers its special"Showcase," which brings early American craft demonstra-tions directly to local schools.

The Miller-Cory House Museum is asking for your par-ticipation in celebrating 2006 as the Year of the MuseumiThe Year of the Museum, as declared by a U.S. House ofRepresentatives resolution, is a time to recognize, experi-ence and support local museums. Your support can take theform of volunteering at the Miller-Cory House Museum.

Volunteers are essential to the museum — programs andservices are provided solely through this group. Opportuni-ties include giving weekend or weekday tours, cookingover the open hearth, working in the colonial gardens,working in the gift shop or visiting schools. Full training isprovided for all volunteer activities.

Your support can also be shown by becoming a museummember or by making a donation. Membership fees anddonations are critical for meeting the costs or maintainingthe house - no state or federal funding is received.

Finally, residents can support the Miller-Cory HouseMuseum by taking advantage of its programs. Arrange a tourof the house for your scout troop or child's class. Look intothe special "Showcase" program for local schools. Visit themuseum Sunday to learn about a wide range of early Amer-ican topics or for fun programs that are family-friendly.

For more information, call the museum office at 908-232-1776.

PUBLIC NOTICEPUBLIC NOTICEBOND ORDINANCE STATEMENT AND SUMMARY

The bond ordinance, the summary terms of which are included herein, has beenfinally adopted by the governing body of the Township of Union, in the County ofUnion, State of New Jersey, on March 14, 2006 and the 20 day period of limitationwithin which a suite, action or proceeding questioning the validity of such ordinancecan be commenced, as provided in the Local Bond Law, has begun to run from thedate of the first publication of this statement. Copies of the full ordinance will beavailable at no cost and during regular business hours, at the Clerk's office for themembers of the general public who shall request the same. The summary of the termsof such bond ordinance follows:Title:AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF UNION IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, NEWJERSEY, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4926 OF THE TOWNSHIP FINALLY ADOPTEDON DECEMBER 27, 2005, PROVIDING FOR VARIOUS ROAD IMPROVEMENTS ANDOTHER RELATED EXPENSES FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF UNION AND APPROPRIAT-ING $3,936,000 THEREFOR, AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $3,230,000IN BONDS OR NOTES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF UNION TO FINANCE THE SAME.Purpose(s): This Ordinance amends Ordinance No. 4926 of the Township.1. modify Section 3 (a) as follows:[a) Purpose: Design, construction and inspection of Valley Street and surroundingRoadways, Including, but not limited to, Caldwell Avenue (from Morris Ave. to WestChestnut St.): Headley Terr, (from Caldwell Ave. to South Park Terr.); Orchard Terr.(from Caldwell Ave. to South Park Terr.); Donna Rd. (from Orchard Terr, to ChestnutSt.); South Park Terr, (from Elmwood Ave. to Chestnut St.); Pennsylvania Ave. {fromElmwood Ave. to Chestnut St.); Trebing Place (from Chestnut Street to Louisa St.);Balmoral Ave. near the Intersection with Stuyvesant Ave.; Morrison Ave. (fromStuyvesant Ave. to Oakland Ave.); Schneider Ave. (from Morris Ave. to HawthorneAve.); Bashford Ave. (from Morris Ave. to Burns PL); Whittier PI. (from Schneider Aye.to Creger Ave.); Browning PI. (from Schneider Ave. to Creger Ave.); Burns PI. (mid-block between Creger Ave. & Schneider Ave. to end); Hawthorne Ave (from House#2659 to Creger Ave.); Linn Ave. (from Burnet Ave. to Schneider Ave.); Moessner Ave.(from Spruce St. to Morris Ave.); Lillian Terr, (from Colonial Ave to Crawford Terr.);Homer Terr, (from Colonial Ave. to Crawford Terr.); Andress Terr, (from Colonial Ave toDavid Ave.); Golf Terr, (from Crawford Terr, to Kawameeh Middle School); David Aye.(from Andress Terr, to Lillian Terr.); Wallingford Terr, (from Andress Terr, to LillianTerr.,): Gelb Avenue; and Durham Court (from Wheaton Road to Colonial Avenue) andincluding ail work and materials necessary therefor or incidental thereto.

Lanes on Goethals closing;The eastbound lanes of the Goethals Bridge to New York are closed during

overnight hours for rehabilitation of the bridge deck, structural steel and side-walk.

The rehabilitation project will require the following overnight closures of theNew York-bound lanes on the Goethals Bridge:

• Mondays through Thursdays from 9:30 p.m. until 5 a.m.• Fridays and Saturdays from 11:59 until 8 a.m., and• No overnight closings on Sundays or on major holidays.During the overnight closures of the Goethals Bridge, customers are urged to

use the Bayonne Bridge or Outerbridge Crossing as an alternate route.The work is weather-sensitive and may be cancelled in the event of heavy

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EDUCATIONA healthy smile is something to cheer about

I!'The picture drawn by Lauren Agno, a fourth-grade student at Franklin Elementary School,shows a cheerleader with a healthy smile — which is definitely something to cheer about.The picture, completed in art class, was part of a lesson on good dental hygiene.

Fourth-grade Franklin Elementary School student Daniela Herndandez spreads the mes-sage about the importance of good dental hygiene with her picture of two cheerleaders,jumping in the air and yelling 'Go team," as they explain that a healthy smile is somethingto cheer about.

Excuse me teacher, the dog ate my homeworkLike most students, children at Connecticut

Farms School in Union can think of manyexcuses for failing to turn in their homeworkassignments.

In order to encourage the students toimprove their writing skills and have fun put-ting their thoughts into words, the children inthe third-grade wrote essays that provideexcuses for missing homework.

Ashley and the Missing HomeworkI couldn't do my homework last night

because my little sister flushed it down the toi-let. Her name is Ashley, and she is only 6 yearsold.

Here is what happened. I put my homeworkon the kitchen table, Ashley took it. I chasedher all around the house so she would give itback to me. She made me so tired from run-ning, that I just gave up.

I always do my homework, so I didn't wantto get in trouble with my teacher. I was sur-prised that I didn't do my homework, and myteacher was surprised; too! My teacher under-

stood what Ashley had done.My sister was happy because she thought I

had detention. Ashley doesn't usually act likethat too often.

She probably was angry at me for some rea-son. She never told me why she did that to me!It was awful!

Nicole Araujo

The Soggy HomeworkI was giving my dog a bath when I splashed

my homework. My mom tried to fix it by mak-

ing a copy. But the copy machine was notworking. We tried to use the hairdryer, but thepaper was shrinking, and the words got blurry.Then we tried something different. 1 tried toiron the paper. Then it started to smoke. Guesswhat happened? I burned my homework. Doyou think my teacher willunderstand?

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The Pond Ate My HomeworkMy mom and I went to the park. I did my

homework there.

I brought my backpack and gave it to mymom so I could play in the park a bit.

Later, we went to feed the ducks. After wefed the ducks, it was time to do homework.

We sat on a bench. We did it. My momhelped me a bit.

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and my homework fell into the pond!All that work for nothing! How would 1 tell

my teacher this story?Sarah Salvado

A PERSON WHO CARES — Third-grader Brayan Modera of Franklin Elementary School shows how people that care about you can help you do all sorts of things. The students pic-ture, above left, shows a child learning to ride a bicycle with someone else's help. Third-grade student Jennifer Nwako's drawing of a mother.and her child, above right, illustrates howa person who cares can provide love and affection.

Would you be a happy dog or a frog on a log?Third-grade students at Franklin

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Duo carries the show in 'The Last Five Years'Play focuses on five years couple spends in relationship


Tony Greco's performing group, Mystic Vision Players, excels at musicals,using the musical talents of the performers to accentuate the story that's beingtold. For the end of March, the group has chosen a story that's all too appropri-ate for our times.

"The Last Five Years," with music and lyrics written by Tony Award-winningcomposer Jason Robert Brown, focuses on the five years a couple has spent in arelationship, told from the separate perspectives of the two people. The woman'sstory begins at the end of the relationship, the man's story begins the day thecouple met. The show opened off-Broadway at the Minetta Lane Theatre in NewYork City in March 2002. Greed's group will bring it to the 5 Star Senior Cen-ter in Linden on March 29,30, 31 and April 1, with all shows starting at 8 p.m.

"The beauty of this one is that the actors don't cross paths until the middle ofthe story, and then only for a brief period of time, so it's a very creative and veryoriginal piece of theater, we think," said Greco. "The story comes and goes indifferent directions, and then comes together."

Adding still more zip to the story is the fact that it revolves around peoplewho playwrights, actors and their audiences can easily relate to.

• "The story is based on the fact that he is an up-and-coming successful writerand she's a struggling actress, and while his success grows, she's confronted bywhether she's going to follow his life or lead her own life. He's trying to gearher toward going after her own dreams as Well, so it involves just about all theheavy-duty parts of relationship struggles, as you could imagine," said Greco.

Brown's play was somewhat based on his own life story. Greco felt the storyhad the spark needed to generate excitement, as the Mystic Vision Players maketheir debut in a new venue.

"Our desire to perform the piece comes from the creativity of it, which issomething that we really, really like," said Greco. "We're getting ready to moveinto a new venue, in addition to playing in some older ones, so we needed some-thing that was pretty intimate, and this was just perfectly suited for that."

Greco pointed out that the 5 Star Senior Center has a stage in a "cafe-stylesetting." The play will be presented in a dessert-and-coffee form of theater.

"People will come in and, included in their ticket price, they'll be able to getsome beverage and some dessert and sit down at these tables and have an inti-mate setting and enjoy a musical," said Greco, who added that the show is only,one act, running approximately 90 minutes.

The lead roles — for that matter, the only roles in the play — are performedby Kevin Brady Jr. and Wanda Toro, both veterans of the New Jersey communi-ty theater circuit. Brady and Toro have performed with Mystic Vision Playersbefore, in addition to performing elsewhere in the New York Metropolitan area.

"The Last Five Years" is directed by Jil Leonard, with musical direction fromGreco and vocal direction from Howard Whitmore.

The 5 Star Senior Center is located at 1201 Deerfield Terrace in Linden. Tick-ets for the play are $20 for adults, $16 for students and $12 for senior citizens,and can be ordered by visiting www.mysticvisionplayers.com, or by calling 908-925-8689.

Staff Writer Jeff Cummins may be reached atjcummins@thelocalsource. com.

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Kevin Brady Jr. and Wanda Toro are the leads and onlyroles in 'The Last Five Years,' performed by Tony Greco'sgroup, Mystic Vision Players, at the 5 Star Senior Centerin Linden on March 29, 30 31 and April 1. i

Aquila's shtick changes Shakespeare's 'HamletByHelen ArgersCorrespondent

Shakespeare: "Behold, what see I before me on a stagecalled Victoria at NJPAC?

My own, much praised play of Prince Hamlet!This band of players run and jump clownlike,Miming dumb shows ne'er writ by this Will's hand.O, they do strut and bellow and oft speakmore than is set down. That be villainous!"That review by Shakespeare of the Aquila Theater Com-

pany's "Hamlet" is a bit harsh, since the old boy does notknow our modern times, when music, humor and peoplejazz up most entertainment today. Even our news arereduced to byte-size.

The play's direction by Robert Richmond is fast, withthe castitending to run rather than walk, so the pace neverslackens— all done to keep the attention of audiences notaccustomed to Shakespeare and those -fvlio scream at thesound of a Shakespearean quote. To make old Will as pop-ular as he was in his day, they do it in modern dress and addfun by having their actors mug and do Marx Brothers rou-tines.

Examples are pretending to shake hands and showing an

empty sleeve, tumbling around and each actor substitutingfor stagehands moving the furniture around. It is original,well done — but, Shakespeare Lite.

Also, they sneak in certain modern expressions and bitsto get laughs. Example. When Claudius reads a letter withFortunbras' demands for restoring his and Norway's claimsto Denmark's lands, he dismisses him with a shrug, tears upthe paper and adds a modern clarification. "So much ofhim!"

The Aquila Theater Company, a company of British andAmerican artists, that began in London by Peter Meineck,the artistic director, had as an original goal to bring the clas-sic Greek plays to audiences. From that success, theyexpanded to Shakespeare and other classics. The perform-ance at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center began witha lecture and question-and-answer session by one of theirprinciple performers, Richard Sheridan Willis, who laterplayed Claudius, king of Denmark. He spoke of his love ofShakespeare's words that had rhythm, iambic pentameterand, thus, the speech stays with you as do lyrics of songs —even comparing Shakespeare's words to Hip-Hop. Thatalso rhymes.

Later, his performance of the villain had enough charm

to make it clear why Gertrude was taken in by him. A highpoint was his rendition of Claudius's prayer. While groan-ing at his crimes, Willis shows beneath there is an ache forredemption as he movingly sends his words flying out tothe audience and reaching our thoughts.

The main reason he is such a standout is he performs asif he is Claudius. Unfortunately, others in the cast are sodetermined to clarify Shakespeare's points that they con-stantly emphasize words unnaturally, as if saying to us,"Get it?" And we're tempted to say, "We do. Just act therole."

In an almost fail-safe role, Andy Paterson as Lord Polo-nius makes the most of Shakespeare's humor that needs noadditions. He is clearly the comic relief, and he relieves usof worrying whether he can handle it, being a natural come-dian, who milks each bumbling line.

A capital fellow that it would be brutish not to acknowl-edge, Jay Painter plays, three roles — his best is thegravedigger, broadly and naturally handling the character'slove of equivocation.

Unfortunately, the two women do not live up to theirShakespearean roles. Emily Bennett plays Ophelia as ParisHilton, pouty and pretty, but never demonstrating the vul-

nerability of her character, so that when Ophelia goes mudafter her father's death, it seems out of character, as slidplayed it. Nor, despite the inserted kisses, does there seen'!much passion between Hamlet and Ophelia. QuieenGertrude performed by Natasha Piletich becomes a subur-ban "Desperate Housewife," who is too busy to be aware ofwho her husband is or what her son is complaining about.You keep waiting for her to tell him, "I'm busy now. Goplay." And so we come to Hamlet, himself.

Played by Andrew Schwartz, he is simply a tour deforce. He carries some of the most difficult soliloquies withease and passion. Although lacking the brilliance and tor

the-manner-born authority that he has been demonstratedby the great performers, he does speak the speeches as if heis Hamlet's young American cousin who would say, "1 getyou, guy." :

All in all, they do Shakespeare well, but maybe he andShakespeare aficionados wanted more — such as playinghim proud without justifications. ;

Yet, hats off, for they did achieve their purpose of keepring Shakespeare alive. For, at the end, the teachers withtheir students, young children with their parents and [alsoteenagers exited having discovered Shakespeare can be! fun.

Hurrah for Verdi's 'La Traviata' and an immoral womaBy Helen Argers

and Astera ArgyrisCorrespondents

Going to an opera performance isnever a mistake. Whether the perform-ance is good or bad, the music isalways superb. And if it is Verdi'smoving and inspiring "La Traviata,"you're-a winner.All you have to do isclose your eyes, and just listen in awe.

Last week at the New Jersey Per-forming Arts Center, the travelingopera company, Teatro Lirico D'Eu-ropa, brought us Verdi's "La Traviata"that proved not only a feast for yourears but a double feast for your eyes.

There is one reason for this. It is asoprano named Marina Viskvorkina,who not only sang and acted the roleof Violetta superbly, but became theheart of the opera as Violetta is sup-posed to be and often is not. ThisUkrainian soprano is blonde and beau-tiful as a '40s movie star. From herfirst appearance in a shocking coral-colored low-cut hoop gown, it is quitereasonable that the hero would fall inlove with her at first sight, just as wefall in iove with her at first note. Shehas a powerful voice that holds steadyno matter how high up the scale, andshe can use a tremolo when needed forcharacter. A coloratura delight. Thecostumes .added to the period enchant-ment. Ms. Viskvorkina stood out inevery outfit, including the dramaticblack ruffled gown with feather fan,personifying her as truly a fallenwoman. Yet her most appealing image

In Teatro Lirico D'Eurppa's presentation of Verdi's 'La Traviata' at the New Jersey Per-forming Arts Center, Violetta, played by soprano Marina Viskvorkina, throws herself to thefloor in shame after her lover, Alfredo, piayed by Evgeni Akimov, throws money in her facefor leaving him, little suspecting she'd done it for iove of him.

is at the end — in her bare feet, anightgown, with her hair wild — asshe faces her death. The aria then is

haunting and heartbreaking whileappropriately she softens her strongvoice with overtones of deep pathos.

Verdi gives Violetta some greatmoments then when Alfredo comes toher and she joyfully embraces him,

only to realize with traumatic despairthat if love can't save her, then nothingcan. Ms. Viskvorkina gives thatmoment the shock and anguish itdemands. The high point of the operafrom both Viskvorkina and Verdi is theheroine's last moment when she has aburst of returned strength, and shestands up crying, "I live. I havereturned to life," and overcome withjoy, she dies.

Only Ms. Viskvorkina's talent canmake it believable that Violetta wouldlove Alfredo, performed by EvgeniAkimov. Frankly, next to her impres-sive beauty, he appeared rather like aRussian Danny DeVito. However,after several arias, his strong tenorvoice and energetic performance over-came his image. A disappointment wasVladimir Samsonov, singing the bari-tone role of Alfredo's prudish father.His voice was low and lacked suffi-cient command to make it believablethat he had so much authority, hecould persuade a woman, so in love, toabandon her lover. The chorus wasexcellent, in the drinking song, partic-ularly, both in voice and execution.

Verdi is not generally considered acomposer who wrings your heart, butin "La Traviata," the music takes youon a musical roller coaster ride. Up:the beginning drinking song, "Libi-amo, libiamo," where all toast the joyof wine. Way up: "Sempre libera" —Violetta's defiant "I am woman, hearme roar" — 1840s style. Down: Vio-letta's and Alfredo's love, tryst that

ends with a crash after his fatherdemands she, a fallen woman, give uphis son. Up: Alfredo's and Violetta'slove declaration before parting — athrobbing love aria: "Un di Felice."Down: He throws money in her facefor leaving him. Up: He finds out thatshe did it for love of him and returns toher. Down — down, down. Too lfrte!,she's dying. ; i

This opera is filled with so muchhigh emotion, no wonder "La Trivialta" is so popular. Actually, Verdi, inhis own life, defended the woman heloved, a singer, who was branded asimmoral and stoned in the streets ofhis hometown. He knew her pain and,showed it to us in an opera filled with1

dazzling coloratura arias — it is onespellbinding haunting cry of a womanunfairly judged and lost. Her loss is \our gain.

The negative of the Teatro LiricbD'Europa's presentation is the direc-tion. The chorus, rather than lookingout at the audience, stares spellboundat the conductor and, in the finalscene, Violetta's huge bed is pushed-AOfar on one side of the stage, the entireaction is played scrunched off, whilethe rest is empty and Violetta's deathscene is almost thrown away, untilVioletta gets up and drags herself tocenter state for her last moment;

All in all: Marina Viskvorkina andVerdi are perfect together. How do yousay, Bravo in Ukrainian? We'll have tohave her share Verdi's Italian. OrBravissimo to both of them.

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Library, ArtsCenter giveworkshop

On Feb. 18. the Union County ArtsCenter, together with the RahwayPublic Library, presented a workshopfor grade school students featuringaward-winning New Jersey-basedchildren's book illustrator KimberlyAdlerman and children's book authorDaniel Adlerman.

Hosted by the Rahway PublicLibrary, the workshop was presentedas part of the Union County Arts Cen-ter's Mentors in Music program. Theworkshop brought together 22 grade-school students in an effort to intro-duce the participants to the arts andliterature through a hands-on interac-tive workshop. Kimberly and Danielfocused on the importance of creativi-ty through storytelling and illustration.

Presenting a workshop that high-lighted each artist's unique craft, theAdlermans engaged the participants ina discussion on creativity, as well asencouraged the students to participatein a variety of activities that providedboth motivational and educationalsupport in exploring the arts.

During the workshop, studentswere presented with the materials andguidance necessary for creating theirown artwork. The result was a beauti-flil array of artwork created by the stu-dents using similar materials Kimber-ly uses when she creates her work forillustration.

The students were presented with acopy of the Adlermans' award-win-ning children's book, "Africa Call-ing," chosen as Pick of the Decade1995-2005 by the New Jersey State

Two participating students show off their illustrations with presenting artists Kimberly Adler-man and Daniel Adlerman. .

Library, compliments of the UnionCounty Arts Center and the RahwayPublic Library.

Students were also presented withtickets to the performance of "Char-lotte's Web" at the Union County ArtsCenter as guests of the theatre, givingthe students an opportunity to furtherexplore the arts as an outlet for cre-ativity and education.

The Union County Arts Center is

dedicated to providing world-classentertainment that is exciting, educa-tional, affordable and responsive tothe diverse interests of the communi-

ties they serve. Funding for the UnionCounty Arts Center's Mentors inMusic program is made, in part, by theRonald McDonald House Charities.

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Why travel to New York City for world-class dining when La Cucina isright in the heart of Union County?

Located on Wood Avenue in downtown Linden, La Cucina boasts anelegant yet understated dining room, a comfortable atmosphere for aspecial family meal or an intimate date, and a menu that competes withthe best 4-star eateries Manhattan has to offer.

Owners - and husband and wife - Ayman Azab and Patricia Muccihave created a culinary jewel that is one of Union County's better keptsecrets, but that's been changing as more and more people discover thisgem of a restaurant.

My dining companion and I brought our own bottle of Luna di LunaMerlot-Cabernet - La Cucina is a "BYO" establishment - and I began withone of the evening's specials: the crabmeat-stuffed mushrooms. The dishwas lightly seasoned, allowing the delicately flavored personalities of thetwo main components to shine through.

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For this course, my companion selected the Seared Scallops in atantalizing balsamic reduction, and I opted for the Veal Saltimbocca. Thescallops were quite large and deliciously prepared, with the reductionperfectly offsetting the flavor of the seafood. The veal was succulent andwas complemented perfectly by the prosciutto, mozzarella cheese andspinach that make this dish what it is.

While we were both comfortably full from the first courses, we couldn'tbypass dessert in a restaurant that had already won us over. While mycompanion sipped a decaf coffee, I savored a delicious cappuccino whilewe awaited our finales. I was taken to another world by the Bocca Negra,a chocolate cake that gave new meaning to sinful, while my companionrelished the Pear Tart with its generous helping of caramel sauce. Muccipresented us with another house special: the Butter Cookie Sampler,made by her mother-in-law. The heavenly cookies went perfectly with ourcoffees, and would make a perfect "sharable" dessert for a couple too fullfor individual selections.

As has happened in the past, I've once again stumbled across arestaurant in the course of my job that I'll be returning to in the future. ButI'll have to plan well in advance: with the growing popularity of La Cucina,I might be waiting for a table!

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The annual Union County TeenArts Festival will take place today andFriday from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. onthe Cranford Campus of Union Coun-ty College, located at 1033 SpringfieldAve., Cranford, opposite NomaheganPark.

The Teen Arts Festival showcasesthe artistic and creative abilities ofUnion County's youth. Students frommore than 50 public and privateschools participate at the festival eachyear. The public is invited to attendand enjoy the accomplishments of ourtalented teens.

At the festival, students participatein performances, master classes, inter-active workshops, and critiquing sem-inars led by professional artists in alldisciplines —- visual arts, music, the-atre, dance and creative writing. Allthe performances are open to the pub-lic.

"The 2006 Union County Teen ArtsFestival is a wonderful example ofhow public and private partnershipssupport the arts," said FreeholderChairman Alexander Mirabella.

Assistive services are available onrequest. Anyone interested in attend-ing the Union County Teen Arts Festi-val should contact the Union CountyDivision of Cultural and Heritage

Affairs at 633 Pearl St., Elizabeth07202. Telephone 908-558-2550 for a ,program brochure or other informa-tion. Relay service users should call 7-1-1.

The Festival is coordinated by theUnion County Division of Culturaland Heritage Affairs and hoslcd byUnion County College. Sponsors andsupporting agencies of the 2006 TeenArts Festival include: the Union ;County Board of Chosen Freeholders;Union County Department of Parks,Recreation and Facilities; Office of"Public Information; Union CountyProsecutor's Office; Elizabeth, Cran-ford and Union Boards of Education:the Paper Mill Playhouse; participat-ing schools, and the New Jersey SlateCouncil on the Arts. Department ofState.

Community supporters of the Fes-tival include: Wachovia Corporation,Independence Community Founda-tion, Schering-Plough, The SchoorDePalma Community Foundation,Union Center National Bank, HarborConsultants, Ironworkers Local 480,Jersey Central Power and Light,Paragon Computer Professionals Inc.,Sam Ash Music Corporation, Con-struction Specialties Inc. and VillaniBus Company. ;

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Philip Glass, Daniel Bernard Roumain perform at NJPACAs part of the New Jersey Performing Arts Center's cut-

ting-edge Alternate Routes series, internationally recog-nized composer/musician Philip Glass and composer/per-former Daniel Bernard Roumain perform together in theEast Coast premiere of "Seen and Heard: Philip Glass andDBR," a dual presentation of etudes for piano and otherworks, on^atpday at 7:30 p.m. in the Victoria Theater.

i Tickets ape $3.7 and areayailable.rby telephone at l'-888-GO-NJP^QsQr 1-888-466-5722 at the NJPAC Box Office atOne Center Street in downtown Newark, or by visiting theNJPAC Web site at www.njpac.org. Alternate Routes issponsored, in part, by American Express and made possiblethrough the generosity of Allen and Joan Bildner and theBildner Family Foundation and The Geraldine R. DodgeFoundation, and through the endowment gifts of the DorisDuke Charitable Foundation, the Ford Foundation and TheWallace Foundation.

This one-of-a-kind evening features Glass on solo pianoperforming "Etudes for Piano, 1994-1999," DBR on pianoperforming his "24 Bits: Hip-Hop Studies & Etudes,"inspired by Glass's eludes, and additional collaborativeworks featuring Glass on piano and DBR on violin. The

two world-renowned composers first joined forces in April2005, when more than 1,800 people applauded the worldpremiere of Seen and Heard at Arizona State University'sGammage Auditorium.

Since the 1990s, Philip Glass has been inviting audi-ences to take an intimate glimpse into the intricacies of his

' work through his solo performance of Etudes for Piano. It'sa body of work with a broad range of dynamic tempo andemotion that was initially created to expand his piano tech-nique with music that would enhance and challenge hisplaying, hence the name etudes or "studies." Glass hasworked in countless genres, including composing opera,film and orchestra scores, as well as a number of unclassi-fiable dance, theater, and recording works. Lauded for"Einstein on the Beach" and "Music in Twelve,Parts,"Glass is also renown for the scores for Godfrey Reggio's"Koyaanisqatsi" and the Academy Award-nominated films"The Hours," directed by Stephen Daldry, the "Fog ofWar," directed by Errol Morris, and "Kundun," directed byMartin Scorsese.

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New Jersey Performing Arts Center, located in the heartof an emerging downtown Newark, New Jersey, is the sixthlargest performing arts center in the United States. Homeof the Grammy Award-winning New Jersey SymphonyOrchestra, NJPAC has been widely cited as a catalyst in therevitalization of New Jersey's largest city, attracting morethan 4 million visitors, including more than 800,000 chil-dren, in its first eight years of operation.

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Stepping Out is a weekly calendardesigned to guide our readers to themany arts and entertainment eventsin the Union County area. The calen-dar is open to all groups and organi-zations in the Union County area. Toplace your free listing, send informa-tion to: Worrall Community Newspa-pers, 1291 Stuyvesant Ave., P.O. Box3109, Union 07083. Faxes may besent to 908-686-6681.

ART SHOWSLANDSCAPES will be the focus of"Landscape: Recent LandscapeImagery," at the Arts Guild of Rahway,1670 Irving St., Rahway, now throughFriday. Admission is free. Featuredartists include Patricia Brentano, PeterGiaccio, Laura Lou Levy and RogerTucker. For more information, call 732-381-7511, or iog on to www.rahwa-yartsguild.org.

THE DONALD B. PALMER MUSEUMat the Springfield Public Library, 66Mountain Ave., Springfield, plans thefollowing exhibits:

• Louis Winarsky, through March30.

For information on these exhibitsand other programs at the Donald B.Palmer Museum, call 973-376-4930.BERKELEY HEIGHTS ARTISTNANCY ORi is featured at a perma-nent exhibit at Berkeley Heights PublicLibrary, 290 Plainfield Ave., BerkeleyHeights. For information, call 908-464-9333."SIMPLY ART," works by Lydia R.Watson, will be presented at the Chil-dren's Specialized Hospital, 150 NewProvidence Road, Mountainside, nowthrough March 31 in the PTWing. Artcan be viewed daily using the Ambu-lance entrance. The event is free. Foradditional information, call 908-233-3720, ext. 5379."IMAGES OF CHILDREN," works byJennifer Foglia, will be presented at theChildren's Specialized Hospital, 150New Providence Road, Mountainside,now through March 25 in the east wing.Art can be viewed daily using theAmbulance entrance. The event isfree. For additional information, call908-233-3720, ext. 5379."LENTICULAR IMAGING," works byJoel Katz, will be presented at the Chil-dren's Specialized Hospital, 150 NewProvidence Road, Mountainside, nowthrough March 31 in the center hall-way. Art can be viewed daily using theAmbulance entrance. The event isfree. For additional information, call908-233-3720, ext. 5379.

BOOKSBARNES & NOBLE, 240 Route 22West, Springfield, will have the follow-ing events:

• Today at 7:30 p.m., author discus-sion/signing: Dr. Lucia Capacchione,"Art of Emotional Healing." In her "Artof Emotional Healing," Dr. LuciaGapacchione presents the simple, yetpowerful methods she uses in herinternationally acclaimed workshops toreach inside and let feelings out usingart, writing, dancing and more. Don'tmiss this exciting and enlighteningevent!

• Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., perform-ance: New Jersey Orators. Severalstudent members of New Jersey Ora-tors Inc. will present a program spot-lighting contributions of African Ameri-can Women to history. Everyone isencouraged to attend this exciting andinformative Women's History Monthprogram featuring tomorrow's leaders.

• Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., book group:African-American Book Group, "DearSenator." In "Dear Senator: A Memoirby the Daughter of Strom Thurmond,"Essie Washington-Williams breaks herlifelong silence and tells the story ofher life. The African-American BookGroup is facilitated by the Newark Lit-eracy Campaign. All are welcome.

• March 23 at 4:30 p.m.,reading/signing, story time: SallyLloyd-Jones, "Time To Say Goodnight."Well-known children's book authorSally Lloyd-Jones will present a specialreading/signing of her latest beautifullyillustrated sleepytime story. Childrenages 3-7 are especially invited for this

special treat.• March 29 at 7:30 p.m., book

group: "Discover Great New Writers,""Love Walked In." Marisa de Los San-tos1 tribute to classic film and trueromance, "Love Walked In," tells thestory of two women and the unexpect-ed ways in which their lives arechanged by chance. Join to discussthis modern day fairy tale that is a cap-tivating love story that pays homage tosome of our favorite films,

THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN BOOKGROUP will meet at Barnes andNoble, 1180 Raritan Road, Clark. Forinformation, call 732-574-1818.

THE "LORD OF THE RINGS" READ-ING GROUP meets the first Wednes-day of the month at Barnes and Noble,1180 Raritan Road, Clark. For informa-tion, call 732-574-1818.

KEAN UNIVERSITY'S OFFICE OFUNIVERSITY RELATIONS and TheStar-Ledger have partnered to publisha new book titled "World of Wonder:Exploring the Realms of History, Sci-ence, Nature and Technology." Thebook brings together 90 of the mostfascinating subjects surveyed by theWorld of Wonder series. The book isnow available for purchase in the KeanUniversity book store and on the Website of The Star-Ledger athttp://www. nj.com/worldofwonder.

CLASSESTHE DUCRET SCHOOL OF ART islocated at 1030 Central Ave. and is sit-uated on a seven-acre campus in ahistoric residential area of Plainfield.The school offers full-time and part-time day and evening classes in fineart, graphic design/computer graphicsand illustration. For information call908-757-7171, fax: 908-757-2626, orvisit the Web site at www.duCret.edu.LIBERTY HALL MUSEUM on MorrisAvenue in Union has scheduled itspopular Lunch and Learn series, whichis free to members of the public whoare invited to bring their lunch andlearn. Lunch and Learn takes place ona Tuesday from 12:15 to 1 p.m. Spaceis limited, so call 908-527-0400 for areservation.

Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 MorrisAve., Union, chronicles more than 200years of New Jersey and U.S. history.The museum is open to the publicWednesdays through Saturdays, from10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays, fromnoon to 4 p.m., April through Decem-.ber. For, more information aboutupcoming Liberty Hall events or forreservations, call 908-527-0400.

CONCERTSCROSSROADS IN GARWOOD willfeature the following:

Every Monday, Open Mic Night.Every Tuesday, Jazz Jam.Every Wednesday, karaoke night.The Crossroads is located at 78

North Ave., Garwood. For information,call Lee at 908-232-5666, or visit theWeb site, www.xxroads.com.COFFEE WITH A CONSCIENCECONCERT SERIES of Westfield hasresumed. All shows start at 8 p.m. andthe doors always open at 7:30 p.m.Admission is $15 and will benefit theAIDS quilt. For information, call 908-412-9105, press 2. Other concerts willtake place at the First United MethodistChurch of Westfield, 1 E. Broad St.,corner of North Ave., Westfield.SUBURBAN COMMUNITY MUSICCENTER will host the following con-certs:

• Meet the Brass, with New JerseyYouth Symphony coach Remoh Mose-ley, on April 23 at 2 p.m.

The concert series continues at theSuburban Community Music Center,570 Central Ave., Murray Hill. For the18th year, the Suburban CommunityMusic Center, in cooperation with the

New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, willhost the Meet the Orchestra series forchildren ages 3 to 8. For more informa-tion, call 908-790-0700.

DANCEY-SQUARES, a local square danceclub, meets Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. atFrank K. Hehnly School, Raritan Road,Clark. The fee for each lesson is $4.For information, call 908-298-1851,732-381-2535 or 908-241-9492.

THE SUMMIT INTERNATIONALFOLK DANCERS group has begun anew season with sessions on Fridaysat 8 p.m. at the Connection, MorrisAvenue at Maple Street, in Summit.

days from 1 to 4 p.m. For information,call 908-964-9724 or 908-964-8808,send inquiries via e-mail [email protected] or visit the Website at www.tmrci.com.

THE HARVEST QUILTERS OF CEN-TRAL NEW JERSEY will meet the firstMonday of each month at Cozy CornerCreations quilt shop, Park Avenue,Scotch Plains.HICKORY TREE CHORUS, an award-winning women's chorus singing four-part a cappella harmony in barbershopstyle, meets every Wednesday at 7:30p.m. at the New Jersey Youth Sympho-ny Music Center, 570 Central Ave.,New Providence. Open to residents ofboth Essex and Union counties. Tolearn more about Sweet Adelines,

featured every Friday at 9:30 p.m. at22 West Restaurant and Lounge, 2185Route 22, Union. Patrons must be 21and older. For more information, call908-206-0060.

MusicTHE PEACEMAKERS salute peaceleaders from "around the world with aconcert on March 31 at 7:30 p.m. at theWilkins Theatre on the campus ofKean University in Union.

Tickets are $15; $12 for alumni, faculty,staff and seniors; $10 for students andchildren. For tickets and information,call 908-737-7469, or log on towww.wilkinstheatre.com.

Fun with literature

On Feb. 18, the Union County Arts Center, together with the Rahway Public Library, pre-sented a workshop for grade school students featuring award-winning New Jersey-based children's book illustrator Kimberiy Adierman and children's book author DanielAdierman. A father and daughter work together as they create their own illustration usingsimilar techniques and materials as Kimberly.

Beginners are welcome, no partnersare needed. All sessions begin at 8p.m.; newcomers may arrive at 7:30p.m. for extra help. Admission is $2 forthe evening. Call 973-467-8278 forinformation and a flier listing ttie sea-son schedule! " " ''"' " ' : •••••••••-•'

Hickory Tree and its quartets, womenand teen-aged girls who sing are urgedto visit the Web site, hickorytreecho-rus.org., send a message by e-mail [email protected]., or call973-966-6815.

"TEA DANCE: A DANCE EXTRAVA-GANZA" is not your grandmother'stea. Kean University notes this even isfor mature audiences. "Tea Dance"takes place on April 15 at 7:30 p.m.Tickets are $25: $20 for alumni, faculty,staff and seniors; $15 for students. Fortickets and information, call 908-737-7469, or log on to www.wilkinsthe-atre.com.

BALLET MESTIZO ... THE BEST OFCOLOMBIA will be presented on April29 at 7:30 p.m. at the Wilkins Theatreon the campus of Kean University inUnion. Tickets are $25: $20 for alumni,faculty, staff and seniors; $15 for stu-dents. For tickets and information, call908-737-7469.

LUNA LOUNGE hosts 'Tasty Thurs-days" with DJ Richie, who spins rag-gaeton and hip hop. Patrons must be21 or older, dress is casual but trendy.Parking is available. Luna Lounge islocated at 1906 E. St. Georges Ave.,Linden. Call 908-925-4120 for details.

HOBBIESTHE MODEL RAILROAD CLUB INC.meets at 295 Jefferson Ave., Union,behind Home Depot on Route 22 East.The club is open to the public Satur-

INTERNETTHE INTERNET LOUNGE, 256 SouthAve., Fanwood, hosts an Open Mic/Karaoke Night on Sundays at 7 p.m.Join the group for a cup of gourmet cof-fee and a wide variety of organic foodsand participate in an original poetryreading, a stand-up comedy routine ora musical number. There's no covercharge, and patrons can come in,make new friends, surf the Web or playa game of Diablo2, NeverWinterNights,WarCraft or Counter-Strike. To askabout a schedule of events, call 908-490-1234 or visit its Web site:www.theinternetlounge.com.

JAZZLANA'S RESTAURANT in Clark willoffer dinner and live jazz with WarrenVache every Thursday, beginning at 7p.m. For information, call 732-669-9024.

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SINGLESCATHOLICS WHO HAPPEN TO BESINGLE CLUB is sponsoring its 10thannual Caribbean Cruise out of NYCon'Carnival's Legend. The cruise sailsJune 13-21. All singles are welcomeincluding family and friends of CatholicSingles. Call Leonora at 973-743-6100or e-mail at [email protected] more information.SUBURBAN SINGLES GROUP NJforming, inviting single women in their30s and 40s or thereabouts looking tolaugh, have fun and enjoy new friend-ships. If you're interested, e-mail [email protected].

INTERFAITH SINGLES, for singleadults older than 45 years old, willmeet every Sunday from 9 to 10:30a.m. for discussion and continentalbreakfast at First Baptist Church, 170Elm St., Westfield. A donation is $2.For information, call 908-889-5265 or908-889^751.

SOCIAL SINGLES DANCING, for 45-year-olds and older, meets every Tues-day at 7 p.m. at the Yankee BuffetGrand Ballroom, 2660 Morris Ave.,Union. Admission is $7. For informa-tion, call 908-688-8816.

SINGLES MIX AND MINGLE, everyThursday, starting at 7 p.m. Enjoy live

entertainment and free finger food atCafe Vivace, 1370 South Ave., andTerrill Road, Fanwood. Admission isfree. Call 908-753-4500 for details. j

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"FULL BLOOM," by Suzanne Brad-beer; artistic director/director: LauraEkstrand, as performed by Dream-catcher Repertory Theatre, has issuedan audition notice for Tuesday from7:30 to 10 p.m. by appointment only.Call 973-378-7754, ext. 2228, [email protected] for anappointment. The role is JesseWilliams: Just moved to New York fromMinnesota. Sweet, athletic, articulateboy, sense of humor. African-Am#can; 16. The Baird Center, 5 Mead $t,South Orange. Rehearsals are April 3-27. The show runs from April 28 to May14, weekends only. The type of per-formers are non-equity male actors.Sides from the play will be provided.Bring a picture and resume.

VAMETTYTHE BACK PORCH in Rahway willpresent Open Mic Night every Thurs-day night, and live bands perform onFriday and Saturday nights.

Happy Hour is 4 to 7 p.m. Mondaysto Fridays, with $1 drafts and $3 LongIsland iced teas. Mondays are MexicanMondays with $2 shot specials, $2Coronas, $2 margaritas and $1 tacos.Wednesdays are Ladies Nights andkaraoke. The Back Porch is located; sit1505 Main St., Rahway. For informa-tion, call 732-381-6455.CROSSROADS, 78 North Ave., Gar-wood, presents a series of jazz, blues,and comedy concerts, as well as foot-ball-themed nights. '

Every Sunday: Live comedy, funkand poetry; Live at Instant Coffee^ 8p.m.

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Every Tuesday: Jazz Jam; all pints,$2.

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Every Thursday: Fiesta Night; Coro-na, Cuervo and margaritas, $2 ; allnight.

For information, call 908-232-5666or visit www.xxroads.com.SECOND SATURDAYS COFFEE-HOUSE will take place the secondSaturday of each month at 8 p.m. inthe Fellowship Hall of the Summit Uni-tarian Church, 4 Waldron Ave., Sum-mit. Featured will be an "open mic"forum of music, poetry, comedy andperformance art. Refreshments areserved. Admission is $4. Talent \ issought for future dates. ; '.

For information, call 908-412-1855or send a message by e-mail toinfo@secondsaturdays:org. 'VAN GOGH'S EAR, 1017 StuyvesantAve., Union, will present -a series cfmusical events. Tuesdays are"Acoustic Tuesday," some of which fea-ture open mic from 8 to 9 p.m. for folksingers, poets and comedians, fol-lowed by a featured folk performer.Open mic participants sign up at 7:30p.m. and get 10 minutes at the micro-phone. Jazz and blues are featuredSundays at 8 p.m. The cover charge is$3 for all Sunday concerts, unless oth-erwise noted. For information, call 908-810-1844. :

THE CONCORD SINGERS, a uniquenon-auditioning women's communitychorus, seeks new members.Rehearsals are Mondays from 7:30 to10 p.m. at Calvary Episcopal Church InSummit.

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PEOPLE IN THE NEWSTomlinson is namedbest for December

Cathy Lee Tomlinson, a topachiever in the Burgdorff ERA West-field office; has been honored as salesagent of the month for December withthree properties placed under contract.In addition, she received the agent ofthe month for an overall production ofthree, transactions, one listing sold andtwo sales.

Tomlinson has been consistentlyrecognized as one of the top realtorsserving our area. In addition, she has aproduction of more than $5 million.

Tomlinson provides her customerswith outstanding professional service

due to her patience, honesty, extensiveknowledge of the local market and herunwavering commitment to integrity.

George Kraus, vice president andmanager of Burgdorff ERA's West-field office, said, "Cathy Lee consis-tently anticipates the ieeds of herclients, providing consummate careand attention to detail."

You can contact Tomlinson at herdirect line, 908-233-6406, or by e-mail her at [email protected].

The Burgdorff ERA WestfieldOffice is a full-service real estate cen-ter located at 600. North Avenue West.For real estate assistance, or to inquire

Illllfl^Two BR, One BA, Large

Kitchen, Den/Possible 3rdBR. Full Cedar, Screenedin Porch. Approx 80x430

lot! Only 20 min. toAtlantic City. $289,000

Contact John Grasso609-561-8656

about a career in real estate, call theoffice at 908-233-0065.

More honors bestowedon Bataille, Westfield

Elizabeth Bataille, consistent topproducer in the Burgdorff ERA West-field office, has been honored as list-ing agent of the month for Decemberas well as sales agent of the month forNovember.

Her combined production resultedin two listings and six sales for bothmonths,

• Bataille has been-Consistently-rec-ognized as one of the top realtors serv-ing our area. In addition, she earned

the NJAR Circle of Excellence SalesAward, Gold, for production of morethan $15 million in transactions for2004.

Her marketing and negotiatingskills, along with her extensive realestate experience and first-handknowledge of the community, separateher from the rest.

George Kraus, vice president andmanager of Burgdorff ERA's West-field office, said, "Elizabeth is theconsummate professional and continu-ally puts her client's needs first. It'sthe only way she knows how to con-duct her business."

You can contact Bataille at 908-

MWII

Realtors, Agents,$k Hortippe Bankers

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Three estate homes are under way at Manchester Estates, a collection of homes in Westfieidby area builder Patrick Ferro of Ferro Builders Corp. To make an appointment to preview thehomes, contact site manager Regina Vietro of Coldwell Banker in Westfieid at 908-301-2887.

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chasers are invited to preview threemagnificent estate homes under wayat Manchester Estates, a lovely collec-tion of homes in Westfieid byrenowned area builder Patrick Ferro ofFerro Builders Corp. Offering OldWorld traditional touches and classicdesign combined with today's latesttechnologies and conveniences, thesehomes are sure to please the most dis-cerning purchaser. The estates areoffered from $1,450,000.

Coldwell Banker New Homes, oneof the nation's largest award-winningresidential brokerage firms, is a spe-cialist in the marketing of grand estatehomes throughout the state. Accord-ing to Coldwell Banker new homesvice president David Schoner, theseestates are a prime example of how abuilder utilizes talent and vision in thecreation of a new home.

"Patrick is a second-generationbuilder," said Schoner, "who learnedhis craft from the ground up. He beganas a carpenter's apprentice and whileworking days on the field with someof Westfield's most talented carpen-ters, he went to school at night tobecome a certified journeyman car-penter. Patrick specializes in OldWorld styling and has renovated andcreated numerous Victorian- andColonial-style homes in the area. Hisexperience, hands-on skills and talentsare raising the bar on new home build-ing in Westfieid with the creation ofthese lovely new homes."

Ferro and his team of professionalshave carefully selected three uniqueColonial-style designs for the Man-chester Estates collection. Each five-bedroom estate home offers dramaticarchitecture, custom details and morethan 4,100 square feet of luxuriousspace.

The first home on Willow Grovefeatures a traditional covered frontporch and wrap-around mahoganydeck. Site manager Regina Vietro ofColdwell Banker in Westfieid said,"The moment you enter this home, itcommands your attention. From the 9-foot, first-floor ceilings to the oakflooring with inlay details throughoutto the solid core doors, you know thisis a home built by a true craftsman."

Vietro said, "The open design ofthe home makes it perfect for any styleof entertaining. It features an elegantliving room that opens to a study and alarge dining room with walk-in but-ler's pantry adorned in fine wood cab-inetry and granite. The adjoiningdinette is just as large and a perfectspot for overflow or the old fashioned'kiddie' table during holidays.

"No matter what kind of cook youare, this home's kitchen is pure heavenwith a large center island for preppingor serving, fine custom wood cabi-netry with crown molding, granitecduntertops, tumbled marble back-splash and designer stainless steelappliances."

The kitchen opens to an expansivetwo-story family room with fireplaceand plenty of wall space for a flatscreen television. Other features of the

first level include a powder room, mudroom and access to a three car garage.

Upstairs, owners will enjoy a lav-ish master suite in its own wing.

"Double doors open to a large bed-room with tray ceiling detail and fire-place," said Vietro. "Two walk-inclosets offer a wonderful dressingroom which leads to the luxuriousmaster bath with separate vanities,whirlpool set in a tiled platform andtiled shower with semi-framelessshower door. Four additional bed-rooms, a Jack-and-Jill bath and anoth-er Ml bath complete the upper level.

The two other homes in the Man-chester Estate collection are just asgrand and luxurious. One is located onGolf Edge and offers a classicmahogany wrap-around porch, two-story foyer with dramatic curved stair-case, two-tier center island in the cus-tom designed kitchen, first-level studyand an oversized family room withskylights and fireplace. Upstairs, thishome features a grand master bed-room suite with fireplace, two walk-inclosets and a whirlpool set in a tiledplatform in a glorious bay window. Inaddition to three bedrooms and twofull baths, this home also offers a fifthbedroom suite with full bath on thethird level.

The home located on Nancy Wayalso features the signature mahoganywrap around porch and a full host ofluxury details, including a two-storyfoyer with curved staircase, dramaticoctagon-shaped dining room with tray

ceiling detail, bay window wall in theliving room and expansive familyroom with fireplace. Upstairs, thishome features magnificent masterbedroom suite and three large bed-rooms, two of which enjoy bayed win-dow walls. The third level offers abedroom suite with full bath.

All the homes in the ManchesterEstates collection feature two zoneheating and central air conditioning, a-three car garage and full basement.

The homes are complete with anexceptional location in Westfieid, oneof the state's most sought-after neigh-borhoods, with top rated schools, aplethora of convenient shopping and amere half-hour commute to New YorkCity via train or bus.

"Westfieid has artfully combined itsrich history and small town roots withthe necessities of today's families," saidVietro. " It offers a wonderful down-town area, historic sites, fine restaurantsand galleries, all within quiet, tree-linedstreets. Yet, the town is just minutesfrom major highways, including Routes22 and 78 to whisk you away to justabout any area of the state."

Prospective estate home pur-chasers, who require a new finelycrafted home in a wonderful neighbor-hood setting, should look no furtherthan the Manchester Estates collectionin Westfieid. To make an appointmentto preview the homes under way, con-tact site manager Regina Vietro ofColdwell Banker in Westfieid at 908-301-2887.

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House provides room for easy livingA dynamic and elegant staircase

greets you as you enter the front door.To the right is a two-story dining roomwith a tray ceiling and a striking two-story arch window ensemble.

An unsurpassed kitchen includesbeautiful design touches such as asnack bar and island surface unit.There are lots of cabinets for the uni-fied purpose of easy meal preparation.Travel with ease to the second floor bya back stair direct from the kitchen.The breakfast area spatially blendswith the great room and is largeenough for entertaining as well. Win-dows surround three sides of the greatroom providing exceptional light fromoutside. The ceiling is vaulted and theroom is large enough to have separatesitting and entertainment areas. Winternights will be snug when wanned bythe central fireplace.

The rear of the room leads to alarge sun deck, which lures you out-side during nice weather. A secludedoffice provides options for varied andchanging lifestyles. Laundry facilitiesare provided nearby. The doublegarage includes a spacious area for ashop and workbench.

The first-floor master includes cus-tom details such as two walk-in clos-ets, double wrap around vanity, comertub and corner shower stall. Carefulwindow placement in the bedroomallows maximum space for furnitureplacement. The secondary bedroomsare zoned for privacy upstairs.

The second floor does not lack inattractive special amenities. An abun-dance of storage is indicated by awalk-in closet in every bedroom.Baths are plentiful and convenient. Abonus room could become a studio,

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around porch enhances the brick andsiding exterior, topped by a myriad ofrooflines. All W.D. Farmer plansinclude construction details for substi-tuting brick, frame or stucco exteriorfinish.

Plan No. 2940 includes 2,997square feet without the bonus roomand 3,288 square feet including thebonus room.

To receive an information packeton plans, visit the Web site atwww.wdrplans.com and click on theinformation packet symbol at the topof the home page. You may also callthe offices of W.D. Fanner ResidenceDesigner Inc., at 800-225-7526 torequest the information. The mailingaddress is P.O. Box 450025, Atlanta,GA31145.

The natural beauty of a wrap around porch enhances the brick and siding exterior, which istopped by a myriad of rooflines.

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It seems just a little unfair that Mer-cury came out near the bottom of the"Stodgy Index" for car brands.

The recent survey by CNS Market-ing/Research in Bandon, Ore., was astudy to track how desirable car brandsare to people who are 16 to 24 years old.

It was no surprise then that Scionwas the pinnacle of trendy, followed byVW, Jeep, Porsche, for its sports cars,not SUVs, and Mini. Even Hyundai,Kia, Mazda, Nissan and Suzuki SUVshad class-action cachet.

Lincoln, Buick and Oldsmobilewere the frumps, even below Mercury.

The onset of years is not kind. Idoubt many owners of a Mercury con-sider themselves stodgy, and in this seg-ment of buyers Mercury will alwaysattract a more mature audience thansomeone looking for a $16,000 econo-my car.

And while 18-year-olds can be trendspotters, how many of them actuallybuy new cars?

I spent a week in a 2006 MercuryMontego, and visions of the StodgyIndex played through my head. Therefrain stopped when I pulled up at atraffic light opposite another Montego,and my first thought was: "Hmm, good-looking car. What is it? Oh."

Montego came out last year, just asChrysler was hitting a home run with itsnew full-size sedan, the 300, which hadthe power of Hemi carrying it aroundthe .bases.

A design diva the Montego isn't, butthe styling resists trendiness for a themethat is enduring and streamlined.

This is the glamour version of theFord Five Hundred,-and working withinthat blueprint, Montego is a substantialsedan, full in its American footprint ofspace and comfort.

Safety, too. The Insurance Institutefor Highway Safety gives Montego aBest Pick for offset frontal crash per-formance and five-star ratings for front-and side-impact performance in govern-ment testing.

Not much changes from the 2005models, including the price.

It is sold in luxury and premier trimlevels, with a choice of front- or all-wheel drive and a 3.0-liter V-6 engine,AWD models use a continuously vari-able -transmission; the front-driverscome with a six-speed automatic.

Prices range from $25,130 to$29,430. The luxury model test car hadan as-tested price of $28,560. The 2006prices reflect increases of $90 to $165.

The premier adds 18-inch, 15-spokealloy wheels; memory function forpower seats and mirrors; adjustablepedals; a trunk cargo net; and most of

the other options that were on my testcar.

Adjustments for '06 include aleather-wrapped steering wheel withsatin-aluminum cuffs and audio andspeed controls standard on all models,an optional rear-seat DVD entertain-ment system and an optional navigationsystem on premier models.

Power-adjustable pedals will beavailable on the luxury series later in themodel year.

There are three new colors: satellitesilver clearcoat metallic, dark blue pearlclearcoat metallic and vivid fedclearcoat metallic.

Montego's biggest asset is its size,which allows much function and utilityinside.

There are more than 39 inches ofheadroom up front and 38.6 in back.And back-seat passengers get about ahalf-inch more legroom than those infront. Shoulder room is also apprecia-ble, and there's room for an adult in thecenter back seat, at least for the drive tolunch.

The trunk, too, is among the biggeston the market; the back seat has a 60/40split; and the front passenger seat foldsforward to further elongate cargo space.Also, the all-wheel-drive model sitsabout an inch higher because of theNivomat load-leveling rear shockabsorbers, which is somewhat of aboost for visibility and entry and exit.

If there's any stodginess to the Mon-tego, it's in the suspension and power, atleast for enthusiastic drivers. The ridequality is smooth and competent,though it's not much of a sport sedanwhen pushed through turns.

The 203-horsepower V-6, which isthe only engine choice, offers accept-able performance and fuel economy:21/29 on 87 octane. But the kick downfor power could be quicker and theacceleration sharper. A 3.5-liter V-6 isexpected for the 2008 model year.

Montego is dressed up with a satinaluminum grille, and the rear gets a styl-ized taillight.

The interior has a two-tone treat-ment with a satm-aluminum finish onthe door handles, chrome trim rings onthe gauges and dash-mounted analogclock. The steering wheel and shiftknob are wrapped in leather.

The quality and assembly appearwell done. The test car had no mis-aligned instrument panel seams, like thenew Dodge Charger I drove recently.But there is an engineering quirk to howmuch" glass the wipers clear. On rainydays there is about a 4-inch marginalong the driver side that does not getwiped. And as the water dries, it leavesspots and smears that can interfere withvisibility.

Working on its stodgy image, thisfall Mercury will add the Milan sedan, acousin to the Ford Fusion and LincolnZephyr, which is smaller than Montegoand will have a 2.3-liter, four-cylinderengine and an optional 210-hp, 3.0-literV-6. Pricing ranges from $18,995 to$23,495.

There's also talk of a Mustang-basedcoupe, but don't hold your breath wait-ing for that one.

Mercury may never be a brand forcollege-age buyers, but it has its appealfor those grown-ups who pay the col-lege tuition.

2006 Mercury MontegoBody style: Large, front-wheel-drive

sedanEngine: Aluminum 3.0-liter, DOHC,

24-valve V-6Horsepower: 203 at 5,750 rpmTorque: 207 foot-pounds* at 4,500

rpmTransmission: Six-speed automaticFuel economy: 21 mpg city, 29 high-

wayFuel tank: 19 gallons; 87 octane rec-

ommendedWheelbase: 112.9 inchesLength: 200.9 inchesCurb weight: 3,656 pounds, 3,819,

AWD CVTTrunk space: 21.2 cubic,, feetFront head/leg/shoulder room:

39.4/41.2/57.8 inchesRear head/leg/shoulder room:

38.6/41.9/57.6 inchesStandard equipment: Remote locking,

dual-zone climate control, AM-FMstereo with single CD, six-way powerdriver's seat, leather-wrapped steeringwheel with radio and cruise controls,power locks-windows, power heatedmirrors with puddle lights, overhead con-sole, illuminated vanity mirrors, rearreading lights, floor mats, HID head-lights with auto on and off, fog lamps,60/40 split folding back seat, adjustablerear headrests, two power points and abattery saver.

Personal Safety System includesbelt pretensioners and load limitingretractors, optional seat-deployed sideair bags, safety canopy and crash sen-sors mat monitor weight, seat position,crash severity for front air bag deploy-ment

Suspension: four-wheel independ-ent; front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link; stabilizer bars front and rear

Steering: hydraulic power assist;39.7-foot turning circle

Brakes: four-wheel discs with ABSand electronic brake force distribution

Tires and wheels: P215/60 17-inch,seven-spoke alloy wheels, 18-inch forPremier models

Base price: $25,130, including desti-nation charge; price as tested, $28,560

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