Liquid Assets License Suspended After Brawl

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Liquid Assets LicenseSuspended After Brawl

The Borough Council slapped a45-day liquor license saspension onLiquid Assets, a gentleman's clublocated on New Market Avenue, fol-lowing a formal hearing on March8. The maximum penalty could haveresulted in a license suspension for70 days.

Liquid Assets manager John Colas-anri faced the council to answer charg-es stemming from a "near riot" thatoccurred at the club on January 15.

The charges arose after the incidentrequired approximately 35 police of-ficers from South Plainfield, Plainfield,Piscataway and Edison to be calledto die scene to disburse the brawlingcrowd. No arrests were made.

Liquid Assets was formally chargedwith allowing the brawl and distur-bance to take place because they failedto ensure adequate security to handlethe crowd of approximately 150 to200 people.

According to the testimony of

Sgt. Wayne Diana, a crowd of 150to 200 people were present on thepremises at approximately 1:30 a.m.when multiple fights broke out. Heimmediately called all South Plainfieldpolice on duty to the scene and askedfor assistance from neighboring policedepartments. Six officers from Edi-son, 12 from Plainfield and 10 fromPiscataway responded to assist.

Sgt. Diana testified that when heentered the club and witnessed thebrawl, he was concerned for his safetyand that of the other responding of-ficers. He added that he had to useOC Spray (pepper spray) to disbursethe crowd.

Colasanti, who was in charge of op-erating the bar that night, testified thata large croud was on hand because aspecial act was scheduled to performthat night. He said that he retainedsix security personnel, which wasdouble the normal security detail in

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The DoctorIs In.

On Fridays during themonth of March, Ken-nedy School studentswore various themedclothing, which theydubbed, "March Mad-ness. " The first Friday inMarch began with ReadAcross America Day, fol-lowed by Career Day,Green Day, Crazy ClothesDay, and finally. CrazyHat and Hair Day. Pic-tured are future doctorsBrody Donovan and MaxStrassburger doing theirrounds on Career Day.

For a photo from GreenDay, see page 12.

County to Clear StreamsFeeding Into Spring LakeBy Libby Barsky

With the dredging of silt fromSpring Lake completed, plans arc nowunderway to clean the streams thatfeed tlie lake.

The Borough Council approvedthe amount of $5,000 for BoroughEngineer Len Miller of T&M As-sociates to develop plans with theMiddlesex County Mosquito ControlCommission which would then requireapproval by the N.J. Department ofEnvironmental Protection.

According to Miller, the plans will

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cover the one and one half miles fromSpring Lake Park to New BrunswickAvenue and include the clearing ofbranches, tree trunks and silt whichimpedes the flow of the Cedar Brookmerging into the Bound Brook.

"I expect die work to be done thisyear," said Miller.

Meanwhile, work continues atSpring Lake Park with the cleanup and seeding of the areas wheremounds of dredged soil were heapeduntil it was carted away.

According to workers at SpringLake Park, there are plans to resurfacethe walkways around the park whichhave started to crumble around theedges. No date was given for whenthat work would begin.

60 CENTS MARCH 30, 2012

South Plainfield Volunteer Fire Department firefighters shaved their heads to benefit St. Baldwick's Founda-tion. Pictured are Stephen Phillips, John Mocharski Jr., Alex Nieradka, Mike Mocharski, Nick Sacco, Nick Smith,Jurrien Kratz, Joe Altomare, Deputy Chief John Mocharski, Junior Fightfighter Brian Roesch and Patrick Kelly.For story and additional photo, see page 6.

Council Introduces Municipal BudgetBy Jane Dornick

At a special public meeting heldon Monday evening, the BoroughCouncil introduced die 2012 calendaryear municipal budget to be submittedto the state.

Preliminary figures show an in-crease of approximately $905,000over last year to $26,250,574. Basedon that number, the tax levy will be$17,487,443. State aid is commensu-rate with last year at $2,718,000. Theremainder of the anticipated revenueto comprise $26M comes in the formof miscellaneous monies such as courtand permit fees and other sources.

Ratables are down $ 1. 7M from lastyear to $1,416,666,865. Healthcarecosts for employees have also risenover last year.

Last year the Library Board ofTrustees contributed $146,302 to thebudget for tax relief, but have yet to fillout the necessary paperwork to do so.

CFO Glenn Cullen stated that withthe current tax lev)' figure of $17M,the new tax rate would be 1.237, or

a tax increase of approximately $78a year per home with an average as-sessed value of $122,900.

Odier sources that arc forecast toadd revenue to the budget to lower thetax lew before its adoption is stormrelief from FEMA in the amount of$100,000. Additionally, there are an-ticipated borough land sales that couldpotentially total another $200,000.

According to Council Presidentand Finance Committee Chair RayRusnak, "The state requires that weintroduce the municipal budget prior

to the end ofMarch. I am positive thatthe introduced budget and adoptedbudget will be completely different.The challenges we face are the reducedrevenues along with reduced surplusdue to last year's hurricane and Oc-tober snow storm, while moving theborough in a positive direction. It isstill a work in progress, and we willmeet the challenge head on."

Cullen hopes to be able to "cuta few more points" off the tax ratebefore the next public hearing dateof April 30.

Police Department AwardsHonor Exemplary Service

The Soudi Plainfield Police Depart-ment honored dicir own at an awardsdinner held at 365 Bistro on March21. The presentation of awards, med-als and commendations recognized ex-emplar)' performance of law enforce-ment personnel as well as civilians.

This story will be presented in two

The School Boards Association of School Administrators held their2012 Student Recognition Program on March 7 at New Brunswick HighSchool. The event honors outstanding juniors and seniors in MiddlesexCounty high schools. Pictured are South Plainfield High School stu-dents Crystal Myles and Samuel Steingart who were honored, alongwith (L-R) Principal Dr. James Pedersen, BOE member Sharon Miller,Interim Superintendent Dr. Gary Bowen, BOE Vice President DebbieBoyle, Crystal's uncle Locksley Douglas, guidance counselor Jason Sa-bino, BOE member Carol Byrne and Karen Steingart, Samuel's mother.

parts; part two will appear in the April6 issue of the Observer.

Chief of Police AwardAwarded to Officer Mark BuUock

Officer Bullock has led the policedepartment in DWI arrests for the pastnine years, including 19 in 2009,40 in2010 and 29 in 2011. These arrests,accomplished by one officer, totalmore than 25% of the DWI arrestsmade by the 50 officer departmentduring the past three years.

In addition, Officer Bullock hastotaled an average of nearly 100 ar-rests per year from 2009-2011. Thisrepresents a three-fold increase on theaverage patrol officer who averages 34arrests per year. Many of these arrestsby Officer Bullock include narcotic,weapons and other major offenses.

In 2010, Officer Bullock was recog-nized by the State ofN.J. Division ofHighway Traffic Safety as a Fop Gunin the DWI Enforcement Program.

Officer Bullock was awarded theChief of Police Award for his superiorservice to the police department andthe Borough of South Plainfield.

Honorable Service MedalAwarded to Officer Michael Grasso,

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councilMeets twice a month on Mondays, 'except where noted.Borough Hall Council Chambers • Questions? 908-226-7605Agenda Meeting Public MeetingMonday, April 2 Monday, April 2Monday, April 16 Monday, April 16All Agenda Meetings begin at 7 p.m. followed immediately by the Public Meeting, unlessotherwise noted. Meetings of the Governing Body are held in accordance with the N.J. OpenPublic Meetings Act (N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq.) in the Council Chambers at 2480 Plainfield Ave.

planningMeets second and fourth Tuesday of the month, 'except where noted.Borough Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Questions? 908-226-7641April 10, April 24, May 8, May 22, June 12, June 26, July 10, July 23*,Aug. 14, Aug. 28, Sept. 11, Sept. 25, Oct. 9, Oct. 23, Nov. 13, Nov. 27, Dec. 11

zoningMeets first and third Tuesdays of the month, 'except where noted.Borough Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Questions? 908-226-7641April 3, April 17, May 1, May 15, June 5, June 19,July 3, July 17, Aug. 7, Aug. 21, Sept. 18, Oct. 2, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Dec. 4, Dec. 18

boardofeducationMeets Wednesdays at Roosevelt Administration Gymnasium on Jackson Ave.Committee of the Whole meetings (begin at 6:00 p.m.) April 4.Regular Public Meeting (begin at 7:30 p.m.) except where noted* April 11

Meets once a month at 4:30 p.m. in 2nd floor conference room,Roosevelt Administration Building on Jackson Ave.

Next meeting is Wednesday, April 4 at 6 p.m.

Meets second Monday of the month at 7 p.m., 2nd floor conference room,Roosevelt Administration Building

culturalMeets the third Tuesday of the month at the PAL at 7:30 p.m.April 17, May 15, June 19, July & Aug.-No Meeting,

Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Dec. 18

libraryMeets once a month an the second Tuesday, at the library at 7 p.m.

April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11

recreationMeets once a month on the second Tuesday of the month, except July and AugustPAL Building, Maple Ave. 7 p.m. Questions? 908-226-7716

April 10, May 8, June 12, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11

taxpayersodvisoryiThe Taxpayers Advisory Group (TAG) meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at

Borough Hall, 2480 Plainfield Ave. at 7 p.m. Questions? 908-769-0786.

siteplansubMeets once a month on the third Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m.

April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21, Dec. 19

environmentalMeets once a month (second Wednesday) Borough Hail Conference Room, 8 p.m.Questions? 908-226-7621

April 11, May 9, June 13, July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, Jan. 9

businessMeets once a month (first Wednesday) Borough Hall Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.

(No meetings July and August)

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now some are becoming homeless, Icringe at the thought. What is goingon dear Senators and Congress? WhenI found out that some veterans' postsare increasingly dependent on the salesor donations given on die small paperpoppies, I want to scream.

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SPHS Music Boosters

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Each year the South Plainfidd HighSchcx)i Boosters of die Musical Artsawards scholarships to graduatingseniors who will be attending col-lege or other accredited educationalinstitutions. All applicants must haveparticipated in an extra-curricular ac-tivity (performance group which doesnot receive class credit) which is partof the SPHS music programs.

Copies of the scholarship applica-tion can be accessed on our websiteatwww.sphsmusicboosters.webs.comor on the music department website atspboe.schoolwircs.net/domain/140.

Your completed application must bereturned to Mr. Vroom, Mrs. Stasioor Mr. Mikolon on or before April 27.Late applications will not be accepted.

Current Music Booster Fundraiser:Oak Tree Wine & Spirits, located at902 Oak Tree Avc, will donate $1when you purchase any wine with a"Wine Master" sticker, up to $19.99and $2 for even,' bottle sold from $20and up. Tell the cashier to mark thesales to "SPHS Music Boasters."

Important Music Booster Dates toRemember:

April 11 at 7 p.m.-Music BoostersGeneral Meeting in the high schoolchorus room

April 14-South Plainficld JuniorBaseball Club Opening Day Parade(Marching Band members)

April 27-Scholarship applicationsmust be returned to high school musicteachers

May 2 at 7 p.m.-Music BoostersGeneral Meeting in the high schoolchorus room

June 6-High School Spring Con-cert

June 8-Music Boosters BanquetAll parents are welcome and encour-

aged to attend as they arc throughoutthe year to keep informed of all theMusic Booster activities.

SPHS Class of1962Plans Reunion

The South Plainficld High SchoolClass of 1962 will be holding its 50thclass reunion on Wednesday, May 16at the Resorts Casino on the board-walk in Atlantic City.

The price of the reunion banquet is$65 per person. Appetizers, an Italianbuffet, desserts and coffee/tea will beserved, with a cash bar from 6 to 11p.m. A block of rooms are availableat a discounted price for anyone in-terested in staying at Resorts.

For more information on ourspecial reservation code, please callJeanette (Reynolds) Keleher at (908)246-8861 or Diana (Maniscalco)Zaslow at (203) 227-1346.

Councilman Alex Barletta accepts a proclamation declaring Purple Day forEpilepsyAwarenessfromMayorMattAneshattheMarchScouncilmeeting.

Donations to School DistrictBenefit Donors and SchoolBy Libby Barsky

At almost every monthly Board ofEducation agenda meeting there ismention of donations to the school,district by individuals or by compa-nies. There is usually no commentmade by die board or administrators;the items arc listed on die agenda tobe read as a matter of record.

The March agenda meeting was nodifferent. Three donations were noted;two of which were items the ownersno longer needed. An upright Baldwinpiano valued at $2,000 was donated toGrant School, and laboratory equip-ment valued at $150 was donated tothe high schex)l from J.H. Berge Inc.of 411 South Clinton Ave.

The third item was a hands-on giftby the Future Stars Parent Group topaint the bottom of die gym in theRoosevelt Administration Building atan estimated cost of $1,000.

Other previous donations of booksand money include 25 children's booksvalued at $500 to the Kennedy Schoollibrary by die Cotoia Family. This isan annual donation in remembrance ofMrs. Cotoia, who taught at Kennedy

School for many years.The Plainfields Chapter of UNICO

donated 11 copies of the book, It Hap-pened in Italy, by Elizabedi Bettina.The book tells die story of the citizensof die small town of Campagna, Italywho converted a convent into a shelterto protect Jews from the Nazis duringWorld War II.

In addition, Home Team Market-ing made a $500 donation to thedistrict's adiletic program.

In December, the board accepteda donation of furniture from SouthField Crown Realty LLC of Craig-wood Road. The items, which went tothe high school, included two cherrydesks, an oval desk, four tables, twowood shop cabinets and four lightfixtures. Other items included filecabinets, room dividers, a round tableand a mahogany desk.

During tax season, individualsand companies consider what theyno longer need, whedier these itemsmight benefit the school districtand if the donation qualifies as a taxdeduction.

For information on donating, call theadministration office at (908) 754-4620.

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SPHS Project GraduationAuction Set for April 28

This year will mark the South Plain-field High School PTA's 24th year ofproviding graduating seniors with aProject Graduation celebration. Tohelp support this important event theSPHS FfA is sponsoring its annualauction fundraiser on Saturday, April28 from 7 to 11 p.m. (doors openat 6 p.m.) at South Plainfield HighSchool. To obtain tickets please seebelow for details.

South Plainfield Cotnmunity-his not too late to help! Together wecan make diis event a success for ourgraduating seniors with the help andsupport of the high school families,especially the senior class families,the South Plainfield community/educational organizations and die lo-cal businesses. Please support thisworthwhile cause. Contributionscan be in the form of a gift card, asingle gift item, a theme gift basketor it can be a monetary contribution.Contributions can be sent to: SouthPlainfield High School, 200 Lake St.South Plainfield, NJ 07080, Attn:SPHS PTA. Make checks payable to:

SPHS PTA/Projcct Graduation.Auction Ticket Sales-Yor ticket

information or to reserve a table,contact Traccy Hartmann at (908)750-6194. Please provide her withyour name, phone number and thenumber of people you would like atyour table.

Auction Volunteers/Item Arrange-ments-We are in need of volunteers.To be an auction volunteer (set-up,noon-3 p.m.; ticket sales, 6 to 7 p.m.or clean-up, 11 p.m.) or to help moveprizes from the homes where theyare being stored to the high schoolat 11:30 a.m. or to arrange for itemsto be picked up direcdy from yourhome or business, please contact diehigh school's main office at (908)754-4620, ext. 248 or Sharon Millerat (908)754-6461.

The SPHS Class of 2012, the SPHSPTA and SPHS sincerely appreciatesyour support. Together we can makethis event a success for our graduat-ing seniors. Together we can make adifference!

-Submitted by Sharon Miller

Holy Week Services and Events at WesleyWesley United Methodist Church, 1500 Plainfield Ave., invites the com-

munity to join in celebrating Holy Week and Easter Sunday.Palm Sunday-April 1, Contemporary service at 9 a.m.; traditional service

and procession at 10:30 a.m.Labyrinth Walk (medieval prayer path)-April 1-6. Please call for times.Maundy Thursday Service-Thursday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. in Fellow-

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Good Friday Service-Friday April 6 at 7:30 p.m. in die sanctuary.Easter Sunday (Resurrection Day)-We will be joining the Ecumenical

Sunrise Service at Spring Lake Park at 6:30 a.m.; Contemporary Service atWeslq' at 9 a.m.; Traditional Service at Wesley at 10:30 a.m. with the ChancelChoir and Bell Choirs participating and a special time for children.

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Final Sacred HeartLenten Fish DinnerMarch 30

The South Plainfield Knights ofColumbus Council #6203 and Sa-cred Heart Church final Lenten fishdinner will be held on Friday, March30. Dinners will be served from 5-7p.m. in the Holy Savior Academycafeteria, 149 South Plainfield Ave.

Adults, $9; seniors, $8; children$5. Pay at the door. Take out available.

Columbiettes SpringFashion ShowMarch 31

The South Plainfield Columbietteswill host a Spring Fashion Show onSaturday, March 31 from 11 a.m. to2 p.m. at the Knights of ColumbusHall, 334 Hamilton Blvd.

Fashions will be provided by DressBarn of South Plainfield and modeledby members of the organization. Sand-wiches, salads, desserts, coffee and dif-ferent flavored teas. Tickets are $12.

For rickets, call Kathy at (908) 756-3772 or Nancy at (908) 561-5917.

Pilgrim CovenantCoffeehouseMarch 31

It's not just coffee! Pilgrim Cov-enant Church, 3121 Park Ave., willhold a coffeehouse on Saturday, March31 at 7 p.m. Tickets will be sold at thedoor. Adults, $7; children (6-11),$5; children under five are free.

Annual Lions PalmSunday BreakfastApril 1

The South Plainfield Lions Clubwill be hosting its annual Palm Sun-day Gourmet Breakfast on Sunday,April 1 from 8 a.m. to noon at thehigh school cafeteria. A donation of$6 will be appreciated.

VFWCountry BreakfastApril 1

The VFW on Front Street will hosta country breakfast on Sunday April 1

from 8 to 11 a.m. Come and pick thelucky Easter egg to win a free breakfast!

For more information, call (908)688-9751.

"Pub Theology" atSt. Stephen ChurchApril 3

Pastor Chris of St. Stephen Lutheran Church will present a programentitled, "Pub Theology," on Tuesday,April 3 from 8-9 p.m. at Flanagan's,2501 Plainfield Ave. Topic: How dowe live our faith? This is an informalgathering for fellowship, refreshmentand discussion. All are welcomed.

Easter Bake SaleApril 7

The Nativity of the Blessed VirginOrthodox Church, 400 DelmoreAve., will hold an Easter bake sale onSaturday, April 7 from 10 a.m. to 2p.m. Homemade Babka-Easter bread,stuffed cabbage rolls, poppy seed andnut rolls, pierogis, kiffles-cookies,kielbasi and sauerkraut, meatballs andnoodles and more!

For information, call (908) 561-6366or email [email protected].

Easter Egg HuntApril 7

The Recreation Department willhold its annual Easter Egg Hunt onSaturday, April 7 at 2 p.m. at the PALMemorial Field. Residents age one to10 are welcome. Bring a bag for theeggs and a camera to take pictures.Call(908) 226-7657 after 9 a.m. in caseof inclement weather.

Sunrise Service atSpring Lake ParkApril 8

First Baptist Church of SouthPlainfield will celebrate Easter onSunday, April 8 with a sunrise serviceat Spring Lake Park at 6:30 a.m.followed immediately by a deliciouspancake breakfast at the church. Reg-ular worship is at 10:30 a.m. Nurseryavailable. First Baptist Church islocated at 201 Hamilton Blvd.

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Historical SocietyMonthly MeetingApril 10

Due to the Easter holiday schoolclosure, the South Plainfield Histori-cal Society will hold its next monthlymeeting on Tuesday, April 10 at 7p.m. at Miele's Art Studio, 30-32South Plainfield Ave. (corner of FrontStreet and across from Mr. Subs).

Entrance is on Front Street; lookfor the blue awning. Park in the rear,or in the Harvest Market Parking lot.

Education FoundationAnnual Wine TastingApril 13

The fourth annual Education Foun-dation/Oak Tree Liquors Fine Wine,Spirits and Craft Beer tasting fund-raiser will be held on Friday, April 13from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the SeniorCenter. Advanced tickets are a dona-tion of $30 or four for $100; eventnight tickets are $35 at the door. Thisis limited to the first 180 people, soget your tickets early.

For tickets or information, callMarjorie Reedy at (908) 561-5800,ext. 302, Debbie Boyle at (908) 803-1573, or Bob Boyle at (908) 599-0699 or visit www.vision2001.org.

Troop 207Spaghetti DinnerApril 14

Boy Scout Troop 207 will hold itsannual spaghetti dinner on Saturday,April 14 from 4 to 8 p.m. at theAmerican Legion Post, 243 Oak TreeRoad. Tickets: $7; includes salad,drink, bread, meatballs and spaghetti.Purchase at die door, lake out is avail-able. All proceeds will go towardstroop equipment and events.

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SPCAC Line DancingAt the Senior CenterApril 14

The South Plainfield Cultural ArtsCommission will sponsor line danc-ing at the Senior Center on Saturday,April 14 from 7 to 10 p.m. Line danc-ing lessons and dancing by Wanda andJim York. Light refreshments will beserved. Admission is free. All agesare welcome.

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Brayden CarrAnnual FundraiserApril 15

In Brayden's Eyes, The BraydenCarr Foundation, will hold the annualfundraiser, "Bray's Run & Fun," a 5Krun and 1.5 mile fun walk on Sunday,April 15 at 10 a.m. followed by a bas-ketball game at 11 a.m. Rutgers men'sbasketball coaches/alumni vs. SouthPlainfield PBA. Register: 8:15 to9:45 a.m. Fee: $30 run/pp; $20 walkper family w/children under 14; or$10 students with ID. Game only: $5.

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Breakfast with theEaster BunnyMarch 31

Connecticut Farms PresbyterianChurch, 888 Stuyvexant Ave. in Unionwill host Breakfast with the EasterBunny on Saturday, March 31 from 9to 11 a.m. Donation: $5 per person.Tickets available at the door. Juice,pancakes, sausage, bacon, fresh fruit,donuts, coffee, tea, games and prizes.


Easter Egg Hunt atHydewood ParkMarch 31

Hydewood Park Baptist Church,located at 100 Norwood Ave. inNorth Plainfield, will host an Easteregg hunt on Saturday, March 31 at 10

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PJ Party atTemple SholomMarch 31

Temple Sholom, located in the Fan-wood Presbyterian Church, cornerof Martine and LaGrande avenuesin Fanwood, invites families withchildren six and under to a pre-Passover pajama party and dinner onSaturday, March 31 from 4:30 to 6p.m. Older siblings welcome. Cost:$10 per family.

To register, call (908) 889-4900 orvisit www.sholomnj.org.

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The Choir of Connecticut FarmsPresbyterian Church, 888 StuyvesantAve. and Chestnut Street in Union,will present an Easter musical, "Raise

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African Art ExhibitAt Kean UniversityThrough April 18

The Karl and Helen Burger Gaileryat Kcan University, 1000 Morris Ave.in Union, will host the exhibition,"Embodying The Sacred In YorubaArt: Selections From The NewarkMuseum Collection" through April18. Gallery hours are Monday-Fridayfrom 10:30 a.m. to4:30 p.m. Admis-sion is free.


"Messiah in thePassover" ServiceApril 1

Hydewood Park Baptist Church,located at 100 Norwood Ave., willpresent "Messiah in the Passover" onSunday, April 1 at 10 a.m. This specialservice is a. visual message illustrat-ing Israel's freedom from slavery inEgypt, and how individuals can beredeemed from the bondage of sin.Everyone is invited to attend.

For more information, call thechurch at (908) 754-6363, or visitwww. hydewood. org.

Monmouth SymphonyPresents Young ArtistsApril 1

The Monmouth Symphony Or-chestra will present a classical musicconcert conducted by Roy Gussmanand featuring violinist Soycong Parkand composer Matthew Liu on Sun-day, April 1 at 3 p.m. at the CountBasie Theatre, 99 Monmouth St. inRed Bank. Adults, $35; seniors, $30;and students, $5.

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Metuchen-EdisonWomen's Club Mtg.April 4

The Metuchen-Edison Women'sClub will hold its next monthly meet-ing on Wednesday, April 4 at 7:30p.m. at the Heritage Clara Barton,1015 Amboy Ave., Edison. AmandaHugclmcyer, a certified instmctor,will demonstrate different formats ofexercise that arc tailored especially fora women's busy life. The program isfree and open to the public.

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Passover Seder atTemple SholomApril 7

Temple Sholom of Fanwood/Scotch Plains, located in the FanwoodPresbyterian Church at the corner ofMartinc and LaGrande avenues, willhold its annual Congregational Sederon Saturday, April 7 at 6 p.m. Cost:Adult non-members, $30; child non-members, $15; children under three,free. RSVP required.

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The South Plainfield Elks Americanism Committee sponsored the annual essay contest, "Why I Am Proud toPledge Allegiance to Our Flag." The Grant School winners are (L-R) Arianna Clark (first place), Ian McCoid(second place) and Daniel Ciardiello (third place). Also pictured are (L-R) Grant School Principal Ellen Decker-Lorys, Assistant Principal Robert Richkus, Special Ed Teacher Kathryn Boyle, Elks Exalted Ruler Dan Uken andAmericanism Chairperson Eileen Uken. The winners each received a monetary award.

The Middle School winners of the Elks Americanism Essay Contest are (L-R) Brian Csobor (third place), JessicaPanek (second place) and Alex Egaty (first place). Also pictured are (L-R) Honors History Teacher Joe Blondo, Princi-pal Kevin Hajduk, Elks Exalted Ruler Dan Uken, Americanism Chairperson Eileen Uken and History Teacher BarbaraPinelli. The winners each received a monetary award. Jessica went on to win second place in the Elks CentralDistrict. It was the first time in history of the South Plainfield Elks that a local student placed in the state finals.

G&WLabsWinsGlitter Award

Stephen Greene, vice president andgeneral council of G&W Laboratories,recently accepted the South PlainfieldClean Business Asscxiation's (CBA)Glitter Award. CBA President JosephDiegnan presented the certificate andGlitter Award sign to Greene at 301Helen St., one of the company's threebuildings in South Plainfield.

G&W Laboratories was founded byCarl Grcenblatt in 1919 and movedinto the borough in 1977, when theybuilt their pharmaccuticals factory at111 Coolidgc St. Since then, theypurchased 301 Helen St. in 1995and 101 Coolidgc St. in 1999. Sev-eral expansions and renovations wereneeded as they grew over the years.This is a fourth generation privatelyowned business and is a leading na-tional supplier of generic prescriptionand over the counter pharmaccuticals,specializing in suppositories andtopical ointments, creams and gels.They currently employ 275 people,working three shifts.

The business, a longtime CBAmember, is located adjacent to theDismal Swamp, and the natural beau-ty of the wooded area enhances thelandscaped grounds and handsomebuildings. Outdoor maintenanceis handled by A-Tech Landscaping,which keeps the grounds trim andlitter free. Greene noted that theirbiggest problem is not litter, butthe Canada Geese population. As apharmaceutical manufacturer, G&Wcannot afford to have people trackingbacteria from goose feces into thefacility. They solve this problem byhaving all personnel entering manu-facturing areas put booties on overtheir shoes.

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Avenue reported that a window hadbeen broken. No entry was gained.

• On March 12 a Cherry Streetresident reported that eggs had beenthrown at their vehicle.

• A Piscataway resident reportedthe theft of a bag of clothing th.it wasleft behind in a shopping cart in theparking lot at Marshall's.

• On March 13 Milton HenryChrisp, 49, of Plainfield was arrestedfor burglar)' of several vehicles.

• Daniel George Zwatschka, 18,of South Plainfield was arrested fordisorderly conduct.

• A Wadsworth Avenue residentreported the theft of a pair of sneakersand shoes from their vehicle.

• A Princeton Junction residentreported the theft of a wallet from alocker at LA Fitness. The lock hadbeen damaged.

• On March 15 Parita R. Patel, 21,and Smitaben R. Patel, 45, both ofPiscataway, were arrested at Kohl's forshoplifting $250 worth of clothing.

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St. Stephen ChurchHoly Week Schedule

St. Stephen Lutheran Church,located at 3145 Park Ave. has an-nounced the following Holy WeekvServices.

Maundy Tltursday-April 5 at7:30 p.m.

Good Friday- April 6 at noon and7:30 p.m.

Easter Vigil-April 7 at 6:30p.m.

Easter Sunday-April 8 at 10:30a.m.

ported that their debit card had beenused to make fraudulent purchases onthe Internet.

• On March 16 Venkata B. Kona-kanchi, 49, of North Brunswick wasarrested for driving while intoxicated,no registration and no insurance.

• A Park Avenue resident reportedthat there was an attempt to makefraudulent purchases on the Internetwith their credit card.

• A Kenyon Avenue resident re-ported that half of a 30 pack of Key-stone Light beer was taken from theirenclosed porch.

• On March 17 Simon O. Ayala,37, of North Plainfield was arrested fordriving while intoxicated, reckless driv-ing and failure to maintain a lane.

• Jennifer N. Gallegos, 19, ofSouth Plainfield was arrested for ob-struction.

• Charles D. Merryman, 21, ofSouth Plainfield was arrested for ob-struction, driving while intoxicated,reckless driving, failure to report a mo-tor vehicle accident, leaving the scene ofan accident, no insurance, driving on asuspended license and failure to exhibita driver's license.

• PTC Therapeutics Inc. on Cor-porate Court reported that graffitihad been painted on the side of theirbuilding.

• On March 19 an Edison residentreported that the driver's side windowof their vehicle had been smashed anda computer hard drive had been takenwhile parked at Tiger Schulmann'sKarate on Stclton Road.

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Cancer Awareness Club and Fire Dept.Partner to Support ResearchBy Jane Dornick

The South Plainfield Middle SchoolCancer Awareness Club and the Vol-unteer Fire Department teamed up andheld fundraisers for St. Patrick's Day tobenefit the St. Baldrick's Foundation.

The Cancer Awareness Club col-lected pocket change during homeroomfrom students who wore green onMarchl6 for a total of $70.

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ticipated in a head shaving event held atthe North Plainfield Fire Department.South Plainfield alone raised $2,300.

The St. Baldrick's Foundation is avolunteer-driven charity committed tofunding the most promising research tofind cures for childhood cancers and togive survivors long and healthy lives.

Members of the Cancer AwarenessClub are Sarah Cargill, Selena Ro-das, Sydni Surowiec, McKenzie Lar-sen, Stephanie Boettger, Sara Roman,

Meghan Hughes, Brittany Garcia, ZoeNardacci, Grace Ochoa, C.J. Maszczak,Ceara McCormick, Jack Gillis, CamrynSchaeffer, Kevin Jones, Caity Hughes,Karima Ahrmed, Katherine Vill, SabrinaGonzalez, Kimberely Ortiz, KimberelyQuindria, Claire Nagel, Nya Lang,Olivia Strangepede, Marianna Fahmy,Lucas Gonzalez, Brianna Leonard,Mary McNeil, Marissa Mulligan, AshliBell, Lanac Ali and Bianca Murcad.

Holy Savior Academy to Hold Technology FundraiserHoly Savior Academy will hold its

first major fundraiser on Wednesday,April 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. at theMetuchen Inn, 424 Middlesex Ave. inMetuchen.

"A Reception for Technology" willfeature an open bar and hors d'oeuvres.The Rev. Patrick Kuffner, pastor ofOur Lady of Mount Virgin parish inMiddlesex, and board member Bren-dan Flynn of Metuchen are co-chairsof the event. The hosts for the eventwill be the Board of Trustees and theadministration of the school. Tickets areavailable to the public at a cost of $150each or $250 per couple. Tickets may

be reserved by calling the academy at(908) 822-5890.

Benefiting the technology depart-ment, the fundraiser will enable theschool to purchase new equipment andupdate software and hardware capabili-ties. Holy Savior Academy is known forits emphasis on using technology asteaching tools and for parent commu-nication. Like all areas of technology,constant updating must be performedto ensure that the technology is used tothe fullest possible extent.

Holy Savior Academy currently usessmart boards (also called whiteboards),personal computers in its two computer

"Lehigh Valley Railroad's presence impacted the social fiber of the townsthrough which it passed, as well as the contributions to the growth of New

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labs; campus-wide Wi-Fi capability;video conferencing which allows classesto visit museums, historic sites andother classes without leaving the schooland NetBook carts. Instruction in theuse of computers begins in Pre-K 3 andcontinues throughout all grade levels.

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Education FoundationRaffle Tickets on Sale

The South Plainfield EducationFoundation annual 50/50 raffle tick-ets are now on sale for $5 each. Thedrawing will be held on Friday, April13. Cash prizes are a percentage of thetotal sale of tickets.

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Police Department Awards(Continued from page 1)Letter of Commendation Awarded to Offi-cer Roberto Vega and Detective Gary (lassie

On Aprif29, 2011 at 10:48 p.m.,Officer Michael Grasso observed a blackBMW on South Clinton Avenue. Thevehicle pulled behind the building anda male was observed standing outsideof the vehicle. Officer Grasso stoppeddie male along with the driver of thevehicle, believing they were engagingin a narcotics transaction. Officer Grassoplaced the operator, a 25 year-old male,under arrest for an active warrant andsubsequent to his investigation, seized176 Roxicodone pills, marijuana and$1,652 cash.

Officer Michael Grasso was awardedthe Honorable Service Medal for thisincident. Officer Roberto Vega andDetective Gary Cassio were awarded aLetter of Commendation for assistingin the arrest and recovery of the drugs.

Honorable Service MedalAwarded to Officer Brian Iarrapino; Let-ter of Commendation; Awarded to OfficerPeter Magnani and Officer Steven Perhach

On August 19, 2011 at 3 p.m., Of-ficers Brian Iarrapino, Peter Magnani,Stephen Perhach, Sherlyn Courtneyand John Petriello responded to thearea of 192 Garden Drive on a reportof a strong armed robbery that justoccurred. The victim, a 51 year-oldfemale taxi driver, reported that fiveblack males entered her vehicle in Plain-field and were transported to GardenDrive. When they arrived, die malesforcibly took her purse, cell phoneand cash and fled the vehicle. OfficerIarrapino recalled a previous incidentthe prior day involving similar suspectsand he and other officers responded toa house on Robert Place, where theylocated the five male suspects hidingin the residence. One suspect, an 18year-old male, resisted arrest and wasforcibly taken into custody The victim'sproperty was recovered in the home byOfficer Magnani.

Officer Iarrapino was awarded theHonorable Service Medal for thisincident. Officers Peter Magnani andStephen Perhach were awarded a Letterof Commendation tor assisting in thearrests and recovery of merchandise.

Honorable Service MedalAwarded to Officer Mark Hollain andOfficer Ahmed Stuckey

On September 11,2011 at 1:09 a.m..Officer Mark Hollain observed anoccupied vehicle parked in the LiquidAssets Gentleman's Club parking lot,with a female seated in the driver's seat.Officer Hollain approached the vehicleand found the 25 year-old female slecp-

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ing. Officer Ahmed Snickey arrived asa back-up. Officer Hollain observed ahandgun on the passenger seat of thevehicle. The driver was arrested and aloaded Hi Point 40 caliber handgunwas seized.

Officers Mark Hollain and AhmedStuckey were awarded the HonorableService Medal for this incident.

Honorable Service MedalAwarded to Sergeant Peter Papa; Letter ofCommendatioti Awarded to Detective An-thony PaciUo and Officer Kenneth Parada

On December 15, 2011, SergeantPeter Papa, Detective Anthony PaciUoand Officer Kenneth Parada were as-signed to a N.J. Motor Vehicle Com-mission Inspection Detail on SteltonRoad. Officer Parada directed a 2006Chevy Impala into the staging area,as it was not inspected. Sergeant Papaspoke to the driver and subsequentlydetected the odor of raw marijuanain the vehicle. Sergeant Papa observedmarijuana in plain \iew and subsequentto the driver's arrest and further inves-tigation, located 372 hags of heroin,30 bags of crack cocaine, 31 bags ofmarijuana, a large bag of marijuana,a scale and packaging material. Thedriver, a 41 vear-old male, was chargedwith distribution of CDS. His vehicleand $2,500 cash was seized.

Sergeant Peter Papa was awardedthe Honorable Service Medal forthis incident. Officer Kenneth Paradaand Detective Anthony Pacillo wereawarded a Letter of Commendationfor participating in the arrest.

Life Saving MedalAwarded to OfficerMxchaclMolinaro, OfjkerMark Hollain; Chilian Lcttcrof'Com-mendation Awardedto hwico Campanella

On January 21, 2010, Officers Mo-linaro and Hollain responded to WestNassau Avenue on a report of an uncon-scious male. Upon arrival, a neighbor,Franco Campanella, was administeringCPR. The officers took over CPR andhooked up the defibrillator. A sh<xkwas delivered and CPR was contin-ued until the pulse was regained. Thepatient was later transported to JFKHospital where he made a full recovery.Without the early application of CPRby Franco Campanella and continuedCPR and quick use of the AED by theresponding officers, the patient wouldnot have survived.

Life Saving MedalAwarded to Officer Peter Magnani andCommunications Operator Darleeti Matin

Officer Peter Magnani respondedto a radio call reporting an imminentchildbirth in a vehicle located in frontof police headquarters. Officer Mag-nani, Communications Operator Dar-leen Marin and Firefighter Joe Abbru-zzesse assisted with the delivery. Theinfant was three months prematureand breech. After a delicate deliverywith complications, it was determinedthe newborn had no pulse and wasnot breathing. Magnani and Marinperformed CPR on the newborn.Marin continued CPR in the ambu-lance during transport and OfficerMagnani responded to the RescueSquad to get an additional ambulanceso the mother could be transported tothe hospital for treatment. Due to thequick and resourceful thinking of thesefirst rcsponders, not only was a newbaby brought into this world underextremely difficult circumstances, butthat baby was revived and given anopportunity at life.

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John F. Kennedy KindergartenGet Acquainted Program

It's time DO register incoming kinder-garten students for the Get AcquaintedProgram at Kennedy School. If yourchild will be attending Kennedy Schoolin September, you may sign up for theprogram in the school's main office.Stop in between the hours of 9 to 11a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. ro complete theregistration form. Please note that thisis not kindergarten registration. It isan optional program offered by theKennedy School FFSO.

The purpose of the program is tohelp your child become familiar withthe school. The hope is to ease someof the anxiety your child may haveabout coming to school in September.The program includes a visit with theprincipal, school nurse, members of

the faculty and start", a mini bus rideand lots of fun.

The program will include two classmeetings. Choose either morning orafternoon session as follows: Thursday,May 31 and Thursday, June 7 from 9to 10:30 a.m.; Thursday, May 31 andThursday, June 7from 12:30 to 2 p.m.;Friday, June 1 and Friday, June 8 from9 to 10:30 a.m.; and Friday, June 1 andFriday, June 8 from 12:30 to 2 p.m.

Parents must assume responsibilityfor bringing children to school andpicking them up at the end of class.

For information, please call KennedySchool at (908) 754-4620, ext. 330.'

Registration forms must be returnedto Kennedy School's main office byMonday, May 14.

Borough CouncilMarch 19meeting borough notes

The Borough Council approved thefollowing at the March 19 meeting:

• The introduction of two ordinanc-es amending Ordinance 175 7-ArticleX entitled "Fees" and Ordinance 1363entitled "Sub-Code Fees."

• Waive the rental fee for the Subur-ban Woman's Club to hold a luncheon/fashion show at the Senior Center onApril 22.

• Appoint Emil H. Philibosian, Esq.to defend the borough in a tax appealmatter because the borough's law firmhas a conflict of interest and are unableto defend the borough.

• Authorize Sterling DiSanto & As-sociates to provide appraisal services onthe Stelton Road and West 7th Streetprojects at a cost not to exceed $22,000.

• Award a contract to Pinto Broth-ers Disposal, LLC for public litter canmaintenance from May 1, 2012 toApril 30, 2013 at a cost not to exceed$5,340.

• Authorize T&M Associates to

provide engineering services related tothe preparation of a development feespending plan at a cost not to exceed$5,000 and the sub-slab and indoorair sampling activities associated witha vapor intrusion investigation at a costnot to exceed $3,000.

• Issue a refund check for $36,866.22to Mariano and Maria DeSanris, 242 St.Nicholas Avc. due to a tax appeal decision.

• Authorize the purchase and instal-lation of two sets of video and audiorecording systems for two new policevehicles at a cost not to exceed $9,900.

• Reappoint Mario Abbruzzese tothe position of Code Enforcement Offi-cer from June 1,2012 to May 31,2013.

• Impose a penalty on JPRC dbaLiquid Assets for an ABC violation.

• The purchase and installationof three complete mobile radios andmounts from Tactical Public Safety ata cost not exceed $14,045.25.

•The purchase oftwomobileDellcom-puters at a cast not to exceed $4,284.90.

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Golden TeeResults at theWest Nine

There was a three-way tie for firstplace between Jim Murphy, Bob Gam-mcl and Vincc Powers at the StablefordTournament held at the Plainfield WestNine on March 19.

Jack Kudrick came in first, and BobGammel and Wayne Lavender tied forsecond in a Callaway on March 26.

Due to the success of the program,tournaments will be held on Mon-days and Wednesdays. Interestedgoifcrs should call Bill Castner, PGAprofessional, at (908) 769-3672 toparticipate.

Colin Farrell Named This Week's Junior Journalist

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Junior Journalist winner Colin Far-rell with teacher Cynthia Severino.

Colin Farrell, Kennedy School fourthgrade student, is this week's winner in

the Junior Journalist program. Hiswinning entry, "The Tiny Green Lad,"has earned him dinner for his family,courtesy of Hometown Heros.

The program, which encouragesstudents to express themselves throughcreative writing, is a joint cooperationbetween Hometown Heros and theSouth Plainfield Observer.

The final winner in this year's contestwill be announced in next week's issue.

An end of year banquet celebratingthe winners in this year's contest willbe held on Wednesday, May 9. Studentswill have the opportunity to read theirworks, enjoy a catered dinner withtheir families courtesy of HometownHeros and be recognized for theirachievement by representatives oflocal and state government In addi-tion, the winner of the Ruth KurlandMemorial $1,000 Savings Bond willbe announced that evening.

For those students who would liketo enter the contest, entries will be ac-cepted starting this September. Watch

the Observer this fall for details on die10th ajinual Junior Journalist contest.

The Tiny Green LadBy Colin Fanell

A long time ago in a land of green,Lived a wee little man who was

quite mean.He was just about two feet tall,

And could cause a lot of trouble forsomeone so small.

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Causing disasters is part of his day.He spends his time making shoes,And if you catch him three wishes

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He'll do anything to protect his gold.This little fellow is pretty agile,

In the blink of an eye he could'vcrun a mile.

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LEGAL NOTICESLEGAL NOTICE

BOROUGH OF SOUTH PLAINFIELDMIDDLESEX COUNTY, NEW JERSEY

ORDINANCE No. 1954

ORDINANCE TO EXCEED THE MUNICIPALBUDGET COST OF LIVING ALLOWANCE ANDTO ESTABLISH A CAP BANK WHEN THE COLAIS EQUAL TO OR LESS THAN 2.5 PERCENT,(N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14) was introduced on firstreading and advertised in the South PlainfieldObserver on Friday. March 30,2012. The ordinancewill have a public hearing and final adoption at theApril 16, 2012 public meeting of the Mayor andCouncil which will begin immediately following the7:00pm Agenda meeting in the Council Chambersof Borough Hall, 2480 Plainfield Ave, South Plain-field, NJ 07080.

WHEREAS, the Local Government Cap Law, N.J.S.40A: 4-45.1 et seq., provides that in the preparationof its annual budget, a municipality shall limit anyincrease in said budget up to 2.5% or the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), whichever is less, overthe previous year's final appropriations, subject tocertain exceptions; and

WHEREAS, N. J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.15a provides that amunicipality may, in any year in which the COLA isequal to or less than 2.5% increase its final appro-priations by a percentage greater than the COLA,but not to exceed the 3.5% rate as specified in thelaw, when authorized by ordinance; and

WHEREAS, the COLA for 2012 has been certifiedby the Director of the Division of Local GovernmentServices in the Department of Community Affairsas 2.5%: and

WHEREAS. N.J.S.A. 40A:4-45.15a provides that amunicipality may, in any year in which the COLA isequal to or less than 2.5%, may. when authorizedby ordinance, appropriate the difference betweenthe amount of its actual final appropriation and the3.5% percentage rate as an exception to its finalappropriations in either of the next two succeed-ing years; and

WHEREAS, the Borough Council of the Boroughof South Plainfield in the County of Middlesex findsrt advisable and necessary to increase its CY 2012budget by more than 2.5% over the previous year'sfinal appropriations, in the interest of promoting thehealth, safety and welfare of the citizens; and

WHEREAS, the Borough Council hereby determinethat a 3.5% increase in the budget for said year,amounting to $394.415.40 in excess of the increasein final appropriations otherwise permitted by theLocal Government Cap Law, is advisable andnecessary; and

WHEREAS, the Borough Council hereby determine

that any amount authorized hereinabove that is notappropriated as part of the final budget shall beretained as an exception to final appropriation ineither of the next two succeeding years.NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, by theBorough Council of the Borough of South Plainfieldin the County of Middlesex, a majority of the fullauthorized membership of this governing body af-firmatively concurring, that, in the CY 2012 budgetyear, the final appropriations of Borough of SouthPlainfield shall, in accordance with this ordinanceand N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14, be increased by 3.5%,amounting to $765,693.43 and that the CY 2012municipal budget for the Borough of South Plain-field be approved and adopted in accordance withthis ordinance; and,

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that any that anyamount authorized hereinabove that is not appropri-ated as part of the final budget shall be retained asan exception to final appropriation in either of thenext two succeeding years; and

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that a certified copyof this ordinance as introduced be filed with the Di-rector of the Division of Local Government Serviceswithin 5 days of introduction; and

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that a certified copyof this ordinance upon adoption, with the recordedvote included thereon, be filed with said Directorwithin 5 days after such adoption.

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March 21. 2012-Public Notice is hereby giventhat the following action was taken by the SouthPtainfield Board of Adjustment at its meeting heldon March 20. 2012.

A. Case #3-12-VNO 7000 Hadley Road, LLC.Block 528.01; Lot 46.05; RH Zone. 7000Hadley Road. The applicant's request for bulkvariances for an existing pylon sign and topermit each side of the sign to have 718.82sq. ft. of space was hereby GRANTED subjectto additional voluntary conditions.

B. Case #4-12-Hobby Lobby. Block 528; Lot46.04; OBC-3 Zone. 4801 Stelton Road. Theapplicant's request for a bulk variance to allow(5) signs, where only (1) is permitted is herebyGRANTED subject to additional voluntaryconditions.

Respectfully Submitted,Mary Beth KhidreSecretary-Zoning Board of Adjustment

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Notice is hereby given that the Borough of SouthPlainfield has made application to

NJ TRANSIT for a Type One (B) - Extended Vanwith dual rear wheel cutaway extended Van w/liftand a gas and/or diesel engine, enclosed stepwelletc. that can seat eight (8) ambulatory passengersand one (1) forward facing mobility device, to assistin providing transportation to senior citizens and/or people with disabilities in South Plainfield. NewJersey. This project will be partially funded with FTA5310 funds under a grant submitted to the FederalTransit Administration.

Any interested party who has a significant, social,economic or environmental interest is invited toprovide comments within 30 days to:

Borough of South Plainfield2480 Plainfield AvenueSouth Plainfield NJ 07080Attention: Glenn Cullen, Borough Administrator

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NEW JERSEY

Take notice that in accordance with N.J.S.A. 39:4-56.6,application has been made to the Chief Adminis-trator of the Motor Vehicle Commission, Trenton,New Jersey, to receive title papers authorizingthe sale for a 2000 Mercedes, VIN/ldentificationNumber 4JGAB54E2YA166555. Objections, ifany, should be made immediately in writing to theChief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commis-sion, Special Title Unit, RO. Box 017, Trenton, NewJersey. 08666-0017.

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NEW JERSEY

Take notice that in accordance with N.J.S.A.39:4-56.6, application has been made to the ChiefAdministrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission.Trenton. New Jersey, to receive title papers autho-rizing the sale for a 1993 Nissan, VIN/ldentificationNumber JNIEB31F4PU503976. Objections, if any,should be made immediately in writing to the ChiefAdministrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission,Special Title Unit, RO. Box 017, Trenton, NewJersey, 08666-0017.

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2012VI State

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Surgent's Elite Level 8 gymnasts win first place at the New JerseyMen's Gymnastics State Championships in Colts Neck on March 17.(L-R) Matthew Do/an of South Plainfield, Eric Lung, Nick Guancioneand Jacob Wyrzuc (not pictured) train at Surgent's Elite Gymnastics inRoselle Park. The four gymnasts are now qualified to compete in theRegional Championships which will be held at the West Point MilitaryAcademy, West Point, New York. -Photo courtesy of Lou Mormile

JUNIOR BASEBALL CLUBSPJBC AcceptingScholarship Applications

The South Plainfield Junior BaseballClub (SPJBC) is currently acceptingapplications for our college scholar-ships. The application can be picked upin the guidance departments of the fol-lowing high schools: South Plainfield,Bishop Ahr, Edison; Saint Joseph,Metuchen; and Timothy ChristianSchool, Piscataway.

Applications can also be obtained by

calling the SPJBCat (908) 754-2090.

Applicants must be graduating highschool students (tins June), a SouthPlainfield resident, and must haveparticipated in the South PlainfieldJunior Baseball Club for ,i minimumof five years.

The filing deadline for applicationsubmission is Monday, April 2.

Ponytail Softball Travel Team TryoutsThe 2012 South Plainfield Ti-

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Tryout dates at Ponytail Park areas follows:

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ObituariesRobert Stein, 67

Robert Stein passed away on lues-day, March 20 at Somerset MedicalCenter after a brief battle with lungcancer.

Born in Irving-ton, he resided allof his married lifein South Plain-field.

He was em-ployed by R&RMarketing in Clif-ton as a wine and R°bert Steinspirits salesman for 42 years, retiringin January.

Robert served in the U.S. Navy dur-ing the Vietnam War, was a memberof the South Plainfield Veterans ofForeign Wars Memorial Post #6763and was an avid Yankees and Giantsfan. His smile and energetic person-ality will be sadly missed by all whoknew him.

Surviving are his loving wife of over42 years, Heide, who has promisedto love him forever; three beautifuldaughters, Jodi and husband Gene ofSouth Plainfield, Jami and husbandBrian of Chester and Robyn andhusband Scott of South Plainfield.He was the proud grandfather of fivegrandchildren, Bobby, Annabella,Mackenzie, Cassidy and Shayna.

Funeral services were held at Mc-Criskin-Gustafson Home For Funerals.

Memorial contributions may bemade in his memory to the AmericanCancer Society, 2600 US Highway# 1 , North Brunswick, N.J. 08902. '

Jacqueline "Jackie"(Austin) Buckeiew, 85

Jacqueline "Jackie" (Austin) Buck-clew passed away on Tuesday, March20 in the Care One at the Highlandsin Edison.

Born on November 13,1926, Jackiewas lifelong resident of South Plain-field. She attended school in SouthPlainfield and graduated from NorthPlainfield High School

Jackie attended St. Peter's Schoolof Nursing in New Brunswick andserved in the Cadet Nurse Corpsduring World War II. During hernursing career as a registered nurse,she worked at Birchwood and retiredas supervisor of nursing services fromthe NJ Veterans Memorial Home inMenlo Park.

Jackie was a lifetime member ofthe First Baptist Church of SouthPlainfield, serving as treasurer for40 years, a member of the Board ofTrustees, Sunday School teacher andcustodian. She actively participatedin the FISH Hospitality program,the church's bible study and Women'sEvening Circle. She also was involvedin the Raritan Association Women'sMinistries, in particular the WhiteCross Program.

As an avid traveler, Jackie trav-eled the world visiting Australia, theMiddle East, South America, Asia,Africa and Europe including an audi-ence with Pope John Paul II. Later inlife Jackie was able to combine hernursing skills with her love of travel-ing and her devotion to her faith byactively participating in missionarywork in China, Ecuador, Nigeria andKodiak, Alaska.

She is predeceased by her parents,Floyd L. Austin and Daisy Staton; a sis-ter, Louise Apgar; and four brothers, Ed-ward, Donald "Doc" and Floyd Austin.

Surviving are two soas, James Buck-eiew and wife Anne of South Plainfieldand Richard and fiance Linda Mixon ofBradenton, Ha.; seven grandchildren,Lori, Cindy, Jim, Ricky and fiance JoySantos, Stuart, Ryan, Meredidi andMichael Moench. Also surviving areher former husband, Richard Buck-clew; as well as four sisters-in-law, EliseWebster, Anne Frank, Betty Austin andDot Buckeiew; two brothers-in-law,Edmond and Bill Buckeiew; and manynieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held ata later date. Funeral arrangements areunder the direction of the McCriskin-Gustafson Home For Funerals.

In lieu of flowers, the family has re-quested that donations in her memory

Congregation Beth IsraelHolds Monthly Coffee Clubs

Congregation Beth Israel in ScotchPlains is hosting monthly Coffee Clubsfor current and prospective members.Free coffee and bagels arc set out in thesynagogue lobby on Sunday morningsonce a month, between the hours of 9and 11 a.m. These casual gatherings,held during the hours that religiousschool is in session, are sponsored byCongregation Beth Israel's MemberRelations Committee.

"The synagogue lobby is a verybusy place on Sunday mornings," saidMarcia Wiener, member relations co-chair. "It's really nice for parents tobe able to grab a bagel and chat withother parents while their children are

in Hebrew SchooL people can take afree cup of coffee before or after oneof the many synagogue events goingon, such as an Adult Education Class,"Wiener said.

Congregation Beth Israel's nextG)ffcc Club will be Sunday, April 29from 9 to 11 a.m. For a complete list-ing of upcoming Coffee Clubs, call thesynagogue office at (908) 889-1830,or contact co-chairs Marcia Wiener(mwiener(5>comcast.net) or LindaRoss (maxsmother@)verizon.net).Congregation Beth Israel is located at18 Shalom Way at the corner of Mar-tine Avenue in Scotch Plains.

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Helen V (Malecki)Oschanski, 88

Helen V (Malecki) Oschanski diedon Friday, March 23 at Somerset Medi-cal Center in Somerville.

Helen was a lifelong resident ofSouth Plainfield. She worked for theborough in the Tax Assessors officefor several years, was a member ofOur Lady of Czestochowa RC Churchas well as the Polish National Home,bodi in South Plainfield.

She is predeceased by her husband,Michael Oschanski, Sr.; a sister, Ches-telle Wrotny; and two brothers, FelixMalecki and Theophil Malecki, Sr.

Surviving is a son, Michael andwife Assunta of Saddle Brook; twobrothers, Stanley Malecki and wifeHelen and Teddy Malecki; and twograndchildren, Dylan and Ryan.


John W. Labno, 75John W Labno died on Saturday,

March 24 at Robert Wood JohnsonUniversity Hospital at Rahway.

Born in Plainfield, John grew upand resided in both North Plainfieldand South Plainfield.

He graduated from North Plain-field High School and served in theNational Guard.

Mr. Labno worked alongside hislate brother, Adam, for Adam's RoofMaintenance, formerly Winiski Roof-ing Services.

John enjoyed watching golf alongwith his wife, Barbara. He also enjoyedsocializing, telling stories and jokes,but he also loved to fish and hunt.

In addition to his late brother,Adam, John is predeceased by anotherbrother, Donald.

Surviving arc his wife Barbara

(Winiski); a daughter, CatherineKilroy and husband Jeffrey of Mt.Holly; two sisters, Dorothy Wyckoffof Bridgcwater and Mary Lou Orlandoof Raritan; and two grandchildren,Ashley and Casey.


In lieu of flowers, donations can bemade to the Amercian Cancer Society,www.cancer.org.

Jacob J. Solowynsky, 88Jacob J. Solowynsky of South

Plainfield passed away on Monday,March 19 at VA New Jersey HealthCare System in East Orange.

Born on November 19, 1923 inNewark to John and Elizabeth (Vich-nievska) Solowynsky, he lived in SouthPlainfield for most of his life.

Mr. Solowynsky was a World WarII veteran of the U.S. Army who wasawarded the American Service Medal,the Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, theGood Conduct Medal, the PurpleHeart and the World War II VictoryMedal.

Jacob was a machinist for Mack Mo-tors in Plainfield for 20 years prior tohis work as a water and sewer mainte-nance technician for the N.J. Turnpikefor 25 years, retiring in 1985.

Mr. Solowynsky was predeceasedby his first wife, Madge Solowynsky; ason, Richard Joseph Solowynsky; andby a brother, John Solowynsky.

He is survived by his wife, ElsieSolowynsky of Soudi Plainfield; a son,Harry John Mowrey and wife Char-lotte of South Plainfield; a daughter,Joyce Ann Weldon and her companionDonald McKay of Panama City Beach,Fla.; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He is also survivedby a brother, Walter Solowynsky ofManvillc; and two sisters, Ann Kalasinof South River and Sophie House ofMonroe.

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Nan Solowynsky, 80Nan Solowynsky of South Plainfield

passed away on Wednesday, March 21at Runnclls Specialized Hospital inBerkeley Heights.

Born on January 19,1932 in SouthPlainfield to Henry Van DeVeer andLila May (Kitchen) Case, she lived inSouth Plainfield her entire life.

Mrs. Solowynsky was a homemaker.She was predeceased by her hus-

band, John Solowynsky; two sons,Henry and Thomas Solowynsky andthree brothers and two sisters.

Nan is survived by two sons, JohnSolowynsky and wife Sheila of Beach-wood and Teddy Solowynsky of SouthPlainfield; two daughters, Ann Wan-chisen and husband Mark of Beach-wood and Shirley Handwerger andhusband James of South Plainfield;12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She is also survived bytwo sisters, a twin sister, Bette Dafgardof Bound Brook and Valeda Kababickof Arizona.

Funeral services were held at SouthPlainfield Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may besent in her memory to the Alzheimer'sAssociation, 400 Morris Ave., Suite251, Denville, N.J. 07834.

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Girl Scout Councils ofNewJersey HonoredThe Girl Scour Councils of New

Jersey were honored on March 15 bydie New Jersey Stare Senate and As-sembly with resolutions recognizingthe organization's 100th anniversarywhich took place on March 12.

Assembly Speaker Sheila Y. Oliver(D-Essex/Passaic) presented the reso-lution on behalf of the N.J. GeneralAssembly, and Senate Majority LeaderLorctta Weinberg (D-Bcrgcn) pre-sented the resolution on behalf of theN.J. Senate. Man' Qmnell, CEO ofthe Girl Scouts of Central & South-ern N.J., made receiving remarks onbehalf of the Girl Scouts Councils ofN.J. Also in attendance were SusanBrooks, CEO of the Girl ScoutsHeart of N.J.;- Charisse Taylor, chiefprogram officer of the Girl Scouts ofNorthern N.J.; and Pat Walsh, seniordirector of development of the GirlScouts of the Jersey Shore, along withmembers of the Girl Scouts.

The resolutions commended theGirl Scouts for 100 years of dedica-tion to building girls of courage,confidence and character who helpto make the places they live betterby becoming leaders within theircommunities. From Sandra DayO'Connor to Vera Wang and HillaryClinton, the Girl Scouts have played

an instrumental role in developingtoday's female leaders.

"The Girl Scouts have fostered thehighest ideals of American citizenshipand civic responsibility for 100 yearsnow, and we look forward to them do-ing die same for many, many more tocome," said Assembly Speaker Oliver."New Jersey is only as strong as itscitizens and communities, and groupssuch as the Girl Scouts, with its com-mitment to excellence and persever-ance, make our state a better place. TheNew Jersey Assembly is very pleasedto honor the Girl Scouts, and wecongratulate them on a stellar centuryof superb civic service and leadership."

"The Girl Scouts of the USA instillin their members a sense of pride andindependence, and have given girlsthe self-confidence needed to be theleaders of today and tomorrow," saidSenate Majority Leader Weinberg."Throughout the organization's 100year history, it has made a differencein so many lives. I am proud andhonored to have been able to rec-ognize the Girl Scouts on the floorof the state senate today, and I wishthe organization many more years ofsuccess in encouraging young womento meet their potential."

"On behalf of the 150,000 regis-

tered Girl Scouts in the great State ofNew Jersey, I would like to thank As-sembly Speaker Sheila Oliver, SenateMajority Leader Loretta Weinberg,Senate President Steve Sweeney anddie women legislators who make upTroop New Jersey for this procla-mation recognizing our centennialanniversary," said Connell. "As wemove into our second century, wewill be celebrating all year long andare extremely excited to do so in a bigway with our upcoming big concerton June 23 at Liberty State Park."

The state's four councils have cometogether as The Girl Scout Councilsof N.J. to celebrate the 100th An-niversary of Girl Scouting, featuringa number of high-profile events andactivities throughout the year. Theybegan the statewide celebration witha large-scale bridging ceremony overthe George Washington Bridge onNovember 13, 2011, and will con-clude with The BIG Concert on June23 at Liberty State Park, featuringconcerts from headliner talent, a fire-works display over New York Harborand 100 exciting activities.

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Middlesex County College willhost an oral cancer screening foradults on Tuesday, April 17 from9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Dental Hy-giene Clinic in EHommcdicu Hallon die Edison campus. The event isfree and open to the public; prcrcg-istration is not necessary. The noonto 1 p.m. hour is reserved for collegefaculty, staffand students; any adultis welcome from 9 a.m. to noon.

"April is Oral Cancer AwarenessMonth and it is a good time to focuson this issue," said Lynn Tobin, ad-junct faculty member in the college'sDental Hygiene program.

"It is a disease mat is often curable

if you catch it early, but can be fatalif not diagnosed in time. Oral cancerkills more than 8,000 people a year."

Anyone who receives a screen-ing will be entered into a drawingfor cither an Oral B Power Tooth-brush ($160 value) or a Sonicarcpower toothbrush ($110 value).

The screenings are aimed at those18 and over. The procedure, whichtakes about 10 minutes once thepatient is in the dental chair, will beperformed by volunteer dentists andoral surgeons.

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BookmarksBy Kenneth Morgan

As we finish up the month ofMay... sorry, the month of March(well, it sure felt like May outside),here's some news from the SouthPlainfield Library

The library will close at 5 p.m. onFriday, March 30 so that staff mayattend Sundra Randolph's retirementpart)'. We'll be open on Palm Sundayfor our usual Sunday hours, 1:30 to5 p.m.; however, we'll be closed onCUKKI Friday, April 6 and on EasterSunday, April 8.

Next week, there'll be a few changesto our normal schedule of children'sprograms. First, we'll have the Mon-day Morning Movie, featuring a videopresentation for toddlers, at 10:30.Storytime, for children ages three andover, will be held on Tuesday at 10:30a.m. ajid Thursday at 1:15 p.m. AndTime for 2s & 3s, for children age twoand three, is set for Wednesday andThursday mornings at 10:30.

Regarding the changes, theWednesday storytime has been can-celled. Instead, there's the children'sprogram, Move Along, featuring Mr.Scott the Music Man held over at theSenior Center (just down the street,past the helicopter) at 6:30 p.m. Theprogram is for children of all ages;no prc-rcgistration is required. Inlieu of an admission fee, please bringnon-perishable food items for theMiddlesex County Community FcxxlDrive. Also, due to the Friday closing,that day's Babytime program has beencancelled.

As for the rest of the week's pro-grams, there's the Monday NightMovie, presenting a recently-releasedmovie on DVD, which is set for 6:30.You don't need to register for theshowing. Please call the library fortitle and content information.

In other news, you probably al-ready know that the Ides of April(aka tax day) is fast approaching. Westill have some federal tax forms andinstruction rxx>ldcrs available, as wellas access to other tax publicationsand information. If you need any ofthis information or access to relatedresources, please stop in while youcan. And, be advised, our library staffmembers aren't tax experts, so wecan't give out advice on how to fillout your return.

Here are some reminders from ournotary public: it's always best to havefull information about die documentto be notarized before you get to thelibrary Our notary is not an attorneyor an expert on legal documents; hecan answer general questions about

Tips RegardingTip Income

If your pay from work involvescompensation through tips, be awareof a few facts about tip income. Hereare four key points to keep in mind:

• Tips are taxable. Tips are subjectto Federal Income, Social Securityand Medicare taxes. The value of non-cash tips, such as tickets, passes orother items of value, is also consideredincome and subject to tax.

• Include tips on your tax return.You must include in gross income allcash tips you receive directly fromcustomers and your share of any tipsyou receive under a tip-splitting ar-rangement with fellow employees.

• Report tips to your employer. Ifyou receive $20 or more in tips in anyone month, you should report all ofyour tips to your employer.

• Keep a running daily log of yourtipincoine. You can use IRS Publica-tion 1244, Employee's Daily Recordof Tips and Report to Employer, torecord your rip income.

For more information see IRS Pub-lication 531, Reporting Up Income,and Publication 1244, which areavailable at www.irs.gov. Both can beordered by calling (800) 829-3676.

the notarization process, but, likethe rax matter previously noted, isprohibited from giving more specificadvice or information. So, be sureyou know what you need and havedouble-checked your documents.Also, if you need witnesses for yourdocument, it's preferable that youbring your own and that they befully informed about what they'll besigning. This will allow the process torun smoothly and with a minimum ofhassle for everyone (which is alwaysa good thing).

Finally, you might be aware thattoday is the last day of work (well,work around here, anyway) for ourretiring director, Sundra Randolph.If you haven't already, feel free tostop by and wish her well. Then, onMonday, you can stop by again andwish our incoming director, LindaHanscn, good luck as she takes diereins. (The rest of us aren't goinganywhere at present, but you can sayhello to us, too.)

That's about all for now. For moreinformation, check our website atwww.southplainficld.lib.nj.us, visitus on Facebook at www.facebook.com/southplainficldlibrary, or callus at (908) 754-7885. See you in...whatever month is next. It's tough tokeep track of them anymore.

Kennedy School Student Council raised $350 for the Jefferson Familyfire victims on Green Day, March 16. Students who wore green con-tributed $1. Pictured in the top row (L-R) are Faith Abraham, BrodyDonovan, Ashwin deGroot, Madison Sbailo, Kristina Kuchinski andRebecca Veit Bottom row is Jessica Flores, Samantha Morris, IsaiasRamos, Justin Weber and Max Strassburger.

Good Friday Schedule at RecyclingThe recycling complex on Kenneth Saturdays. The yard waste site is on

Avenue will be closed on Friday, April6 for Good Friday. The recycling cen-ter will be open instead from 8 a.m. to3 p.m. on Thursday, April 5.

The recycling center and the yardwaste site will be open as usual from 8a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 7.

Regular hours at the recyclingcenter arc 12 to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays,and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fridays and

its summer schedule, open from 12 to7 p.m. on Tuesdays and from 8 a.m.to 3 p.m. on Saturdays.

The curbside recycling collectionschedule will not be affected by theholidays. Section 5 pickup will takeplace Friday, April 6 as scheduled.

For updates, call the recyclinghotline at (908) 226-7620.

Parks and RecSponsoringCanada Trip

South Plainfield Parks and Rec issponsoring a five day/four night tripto Montreal and Quebec City fromJune 25 through 29. Cost of the tripis $599 |XT person.

The package includes: four nightsaccommodations including two nightsin Montreal and two nights in Que-bec; four breakfasts and three dinners;a visit to "Casino dc Montreal" includ-ing a $10 dinner credit and a $10gaming credit; a city tour of Montrealincluding Old Montreal, Notre Dame,Bonsecours Market, Olympic Parkand Old Port; tours of St. Joseph'sOratory, Notre Dame Cathedral andQuebec City; visist to the Old City ofQuebec and Ste. Anne dc Beaupre;and a view of Montmorency Falls, acascade higher than Niagara Falls.

Included in the price is motor coachtransportation, baggage handling,hotel taxes and meal gratuities.

A valid U.S. Passport or U.S.Passport Card is required for all U.S.citizens traveling to Canada. For moreinformation, visit the U.S. State De-partment website at www.travcl. state,gov or call (202) 647-4000.

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