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Officer from East Brunswick charged in assault at Edna Mahan Correctional Facility

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Democracy House, Middlesex College’s center for community engagement and civic leadership, is holding a food drive to benefit M.C.F.O.O.D.S. (Middlesex County Food Organization and Outreach Distribution Services). They are collecting non-perishable food and hygiene products in West Hall on the college’s Edison campus from 2-5 p.m. May 7. Pictured from left: Melvin Valdez of Perth Amboy, Shanice Pearson Kilkenny of Metuchen and Rohan Dave of Monroe.

School tax decrease on the horizon for Monroe taxpayers By MADELEINE MACCAR Correspondent

he Monroe Township School District Board of Education convened virtually April 26 for the final hearing of the 2021-22 academic year’s budget. Residents with homes assessed at the municipality’s average $320,410 value can expect a $52.51 decrease in their school taxes. TO

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tion supervisor. “What that grant afforded us was a revenue source that had been previously unidentified,” Gorski said. “We reviewed our priority list of appropriations that are waiting for room in the budget and at the very top of that list was the supervisor position for special education. It is all of our opinion that this position provides the greatest (Continued on page 12)

ttorney General Gurbir S. Grewal announced charges against two correctional police officers related to an incident in which inmates were assaulted and seriously injured at the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women in the early morning of Jan. 12. Between approximately 10:30 p.m. on Jan. 11 and 1:15 a.m. on Jan. 12, DOC officers and supervisors assigned to the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility (EMCF) in Clinton allegedly conducted forced cell extractions of inmates located in the Restorative Housing Unit (RHU) complex. A total of 10 corrections officers now have been charged in the ongoing criminal investigation by the Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) and the Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office, conducted with the assistance of the New Jersey Department of Corrections (DOC) Special Investigations Division, according to a statement released on April 27. Lt. Eddie Molina, 42, of East Brunswick, and Sgt. Andraia Bridges were involved in the forced cell extractions, according to new information provided on April 27. Molina was charged with two counts of second-degree official misconduct, and third-degree tampering with public records or information. The complaint against Molina alleges that he failed to prevent and report the excessive use of force and assaultive conduct by other corrections officers committed in his presence during the forced cell extraction of Victim 2, who was housed in the RHU, according to the statement. (Continued on page 12)

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Monroe partners with pharmacy to deliver COVID-19 vaccines to homebound residents

onroe Township EMS crews, accompanied by township police officers and members of the Office of Emergency Management, transported pharmacists from Texas Road Pharmacy to the homes of 10 township homebound residents who each received their first dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Second dose appointments for in-home delivery already are scheduled for these individuals. “This morning was a big step in our fight against COVID-19 and keeping our residents safe. The Township Council and I are thrilled that the first 10 doses of the coveted COVID-19 vaccine were delivered to our homebound residents,” Mayor Stephen Dalina said in a statement after the April 26 event. “On behalf of the council and from the bottom of my heart, I would like to thank Texas Road Pharmacy for partnering with us on this meaningful initiative. Special thanks to our highly skilled and very compassionate EMS and police crews for supporting these efforts. It’s all about working together to help those in need.” Each vile of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine contains 10 inoculations. The program to deliver vaccines to Monroe homebound residents began with a collection of names from concerned residents throughout the town calling the mayor’s office since the beginning of the state’s vaccine roll-out, according to the statement. This included the Saint Peter’s University Hospital nurses working at each of the township’s adult communities who were asked to submit names of homebound residents. In total, a list of 80 homebound residents in Monroe was compiled.

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Monroe Township EMS crews, accompanied by township police officers and members of the Office of Emergency Management, transported pharmacists from Texas Road Pharmacy to the homes of 10 township homebound residents who each received their first dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine on April 26.

“I would be remiss if I didn’t also thank Point of Care Pharmacy in Jamesburg and the County of Middlesex who initially stepped up to offer the J&J vaccine prior to the unfortunate recall,” Dalina said in the statement. Earlier this year, the township launched

the Vaccine Angels program where volunteers secured COVID-19 vaccine appointments for senior residents and those without family support or access to technology. The program resulted in hundreds of appointments for seniors and other residents, according to the statement. The Vaccine

Angels program continues to help scheduling vaccines to residents on a regular basis. Any Monroe resident needing a homebound vaccination or assistance scheduling a vaccination appointment should call Eileen in the mayor’s office at 732-5214400, ext. 114.

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Saint Peter’s University Hospital will partner with the East Brunswick Public Library to present the online program, Asthma: Finding the Ease in Your Wheeze, at noon May 7 via Zoom. This virtual presentation provides an overview of what asthma is, the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, as well as conditions and environmental factors that can contribute to asthma symptoms. Registration is requested for this free program; visit www.ebpl.org/calendar or call 732-390-6767. This program is offered through the East Brunswick Public Library’s “Just For The Health Of It!” consumer health and wellness information initiative. To learn more about related events and resources, visit www.justforthehealthofit.org For a complete list of community events, visit www.centraljersey.com.

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Parking limited to one side of Taylor Avenue in East Brunswick By VASHTI HARRIS Staff Writer

EAST BRUNSWICK – The Township Council adopted an ordinance that will amend the municipal code authorizing no parking on Taylor Avenue. “Taylor Avenue is a tight road when cars are parked on both sides of the roadway, and basically is impeding thru-traffic. It is especially dangerous during snow conditions when the township’s snowplows are trying to keep that roadway clear,” Business Administrator Joseph Criscuolo said during the council’s April 12 meeting. Although members of the East Brunswick Police Department have been encour-

aging people to get their vehicles off the street, the township is requesting the council make it no parking on one side of the road, Criscuolo said. “We don’t want to eliminate parking on that roadway totally, we just don’t want it on both sides of the street. The concern about emergency services and this recommendation was made in conjunction with the East Brunswick Police Department after their review of the area,” Criscuolo said. “They deem it necessary for emergency services, and for snow removal, because that roadway is just too narrow when

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“First of all, no parking signs will be posted and Chief of Police Frank LoSacco has communicated with them on numerous occasions about residents parking on that roadway, especially around time periods when we know that there’s going to be snow. The police have gone over and told them please tell your residents to not park there,” Criscuolo said. This ordinance will take effect 20 days after final adoption and publication, according to law. For more information, visit www.eastbrunswick.org/129/Agendas-Minutes.

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there’s parking on both sides of the street.” The council approved and adopted the ordinance authorizing that the entire length of Taylor Avenue will not allow parking on one side of the road during the council meeting on April 26 via video conference. Taylor Avenue is located behind the East Brunswick Racquet Club, Shoppers World and the Amazing Savings store. Before the ordinance was approved, Councilman Michael Spadafino asked Criscuolo if the residents who live on Taylor Avenue were made aware of this ordinance.

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space provided by Middlesex College to promote social distancing. Students at the Middlesex County Academy for Allied Health and Biomedical Sciences in Woodbridge are attending full sessions in a hybrid program of in-person and virtual classes. The spring sports – baseball, softball and tennis – are in full swing, while other extracurricular activities are still virtual. All five campuses will have a prom for seniors, using an outdoor dance floor. Plans are under way for in-person outdoor graduations, similar to those held last June. “The schools have a pulse again,” Bicsko said in the statement. “It’s nice to see the students and the teachers reacting to getting somewhat back to normal. Our staff has been so supportive and dedicated in adjusting to the demands of the pandemic.” “I’m glad, as a teacher – it’s so hard to teach to a screen,” East Brunswick Campus graphic design teacher Jamie Sobolewski said in the statement. “I love class participation. Face-to-face instruction is very important. When the students are here, they are happy.” Online applications are being accepted for eighth-graders to attend. More information is available at www.mcvts.net

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South River police investigate several car burglaries in downtown areas By VASHTI HARRIS Staff Writer

SOUTH RIVER - The South River Police Department has been investigating several recently reported motor vehicle burglaries. Investigations have revealed that the

suspect(s) are gaining entry into unlocked vehicles during the overnight hours or early morning hours. Items taken during the burglaries have included loose change, small electronics, wallets and purses. The burglaries have occurred on Jackson Street and the downtown areas and sur-

rounding streets, according to information provided by the department. This South River Police Department is reminding residents to lock all vehicle doors and close all vehicle windows to reduce the risk of becoming a victim. In addition, all valuables, money, and electronics should be secured out of view.

Residents should report any burglaries or suspicious activity to the South River Police Department by calling 732-2381000. Emergencies or crimes in progress should be reported by dialing 9-1-1.

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The Monroe Township Public Library will now be open on Sundays. The library is open to the public Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Monroe Township Public Library building is open for Grab & Go Service. Library patrons may enter the building, look for an item and check it out, make a photocopy, reserve an item, etc. All patrons and staff are required to wear masks and observe social distancing of at least six feet at all times while in the library building. Temperature checks take place at the entrance before entry into the Library. Capacity is monitored by library staff. Patrons are encouraged to use hand sanitizer prior to entering the building and

after touching library materials and surfaces. Curbside pickup service is available by appointment at the drive-thru window. Place items on hold with a library card and pick them up when they’re ready. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Schedule an appointment at www. monroetwplibrary.org/curbside or by calling 732-521-5000. The Monroe Township Library is not yet holding programs indoors, but will begin to offer some in-person programs outside on the library grounds. Read the descriptions for each event at www.monroetwplibrary.org/calendar

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former special education teacher at Sayreville Middle School and former wrestling coach at Union County College has been indicted on multiple charges involving his criminal sexual contact with a minor who was known to him and the surreptitious filming of several adult victims. On April 22, John M. Denuto, 44, of Spotswood, was indicted on four counts of endangering the welfare of a child in the first-, second-, and third-degree stemming from his filming and possession of child sexual exploitation material, as well as eight counts of invasion of privacy in the third-degree, six counts of aggravated criminal sexual contact in the third-degree, six counts of criminal sexual contact in the fourth-degree, two counts of witness tampering in the third-degree, and one count

of hindering his apprehension in the thirddegree, according to information provided by Middlesex County Yolanda Ciccone and Chief John Zebrowski of the Sayreville Police Department. Denuto was initially arrested on Feb. 15, 2020, following an investigation by the Sayreville Police Department and the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office that determined Denuto had criminal sexual contact with a juvenile and possessed child sexual exploitive materials that he had created by filming and photographing the juvenile, according to the statement released on April 23. Further investigation determined Denuto was allegedly in possession of additional child sexual exploitive material unrelated to the juvenile. Denuto had likewise photographed

seven other victims’ intimate parts without their knowledge, and inappropriately touched five of those victims, according to the allegations. The investigation revealed that Denuto was associated with Rhino’s Wrestling Club in Morganville; CJA Wrestling Club in East Brunswick; Pennsville High School in Pennsville; Raritan High School in Hazlet; Saint John Vianney in Holmdel; Sayreville Middle School and Sayreville War Memorial High School in Sayreville; Middletown High School North in Middletown; Bergen Catholic High School in Oradell; Monroe High School in Monroe; Peddie School in Hightstown; South Brunswick High School in South Brunswick; Saint Joseph High School in Montvale; Union County College in Cranford; Camden Catholic High School in Cherry

Hill; Johnson High School in Clark; St. Thomas Aquinas High School (formerly Bishop Ahr High School) in Edison; Woodbridge High School in Woodbridge; 7th & 8th Woodbridge Recreation Program in Woodbridge; 7th & 8th Grade Old Bridge Recreation Program in Old Bridge; Piscataway High School in Piscataway; Spotswood High School in Spotswood; and Freehold Boro High School in Freehold Borough. The investigation is active and continuing. Anyone with information should contact Sgt. Daniel Ellmyer of the Sayreville Police Department at 732-727-4444, or Sgt. Julissa Alvarado of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office at 732-7453848.

The East Brunswick Woman’s Club will close out its club year with a meeting at 7:30 p.m. May 11 held via Zoom. Projects for the fall and potential social activities for the summer will be discussed. The club is open to anyone in the area. Anyone interested in learning more

about the club’s activities, becoming a member, or to join the virtual Zoom meeting contact Laura in advance of the meeting at 732-254- 5742 or Joyce at 732-8228989.

COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD The Spotswood Republican Club will meet at 7 p.m. May 13 at the VFW hall, 33 Daniel Road, Spotswood. This will be the only meeting prior to the Primary Election on June 8. Annual membership is $10. The club is seeking active Republicans.

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BUSINESS BRIEFS Eagle’s Landing Day Camp in North Brunswick is hiring for the summer camp season. Counselors and junior counselors work directly with the same group of campers every day, overseeing ages 3-15. Specialists help run activities in a certain area of camp, working with all different ages of campers. Specialist positions that are still open this summer are dance, coding/tech, and sports. American Red Cross lifeguards and water safety Instructors help keep the pools running, and teach swimming lessons.

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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD With local gardeners getting ready to start their spring plantings, the East Brunswick Public Library is opening its EB Grow seed library to the public. Housed at the library on Civic Center Drive, the goal of the seed library is to introduce residents to gardening, provide education on seed-saving, and encourage patrons to develop a passion for sustainability and hands-on learning. Gardeners can view and request one of the three curated garden packs online at www.ebpl.org/ebgrow.

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benefit most broadly to the entire special education program.” Gorski added that while his name and those of Superintendent Dr. Dori Alvich and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Adam Layman are on the budget presentation, the final numbers are the result of one exhaustive group effort requiring feedback from the board, administration and educators alike. He also explained that the budget can’t be tailored and finalized until the district receives notification of its state aid award in March. State aid accounts for 5.71% of the district’s funding, while federal aid comprises just 0.92%. Local taxes provide the vast majority of Monroe Township School District’s financial resources at 85.14% — “still an extraordinary number” but one that Gorski noted indicates a decrease to taxpayers, who have typically shouldered closer to 88% of the district’s financing. State aid increased 26% from the current 2020-21 school year, to the tune of $1,635,083. State aid is just one factor influencing the tax rate. Fund balances, ratables and the effect of enrollment on appropriations are also contributing elements. The budget was crafted with three primary district goals in mind: Engage the school community in the development of the district’s action plan; work with the community to address student growth and create a referendum project; and revise and implement the district’s restart and recovery plan for the 2021-22 school year. “This year’s budget, it’s a challenge because it needs to meet the needs of 433 projected additional students and 1,500 current unhoused students — that’s technically defined as students beyond the capacities of the schools to accommodate them,” Gorski explained. The budget also focused on only performing capital outlay projects required for health and safety, replacing buses as their retirement schedule dictates and contracted routes with the district’s in-house fleet, and meeting the needs of student growth. Rising enrollment numbers, aging school facilities, meeting and exceeding state learning standards, considering student-toteacher ratios and the district’s impact on taxpayers were also key budgetary considerations. “We believe that our proposed budget continues to become more efficient every year as evidenced by a successful county budget efficiency review, where Monroe was exemplified for many best fiscal practices,” Gorski said. Layman itemized some of the budget’s inclusions, such as an array of programs

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pertaining to curriculum and instruction, assessments to guide instruction, a wholechild and diversity focus, and professional development and memberships. “We really hashed out what textbook adoptions were needed,” the assistant superintendent said. “We have some 2020 NJSLS (New Jersey Student Learning Standards) standards revisions coming up over the next two years so we’re in the process of coordinating textbook adoptions to align with curriculum revisions.” Gorski then outlined specific budget allocations, which included: $1,413,626 for instructional and support staff; $303,676 for textbooks and a proposed $3,305,382 lease over five years for technology; and the statute-mandated replacement of six 54-passenger buses with camera-equipped newer vehicles at $650,000. Seven districtwide capital improvement projects accounted for a cumulative $1,353,200 of the budget’s overall allocations. He also noted that the 2021 tax levy cap indicates a $2,161,245 increase, bringing the district’s 2021 tax levy cap to $110,223,519, in terms of budgeting to the maximum spending authority. “That’s pretty lean as far as the growth of the tax levy—it’s the leanest that we’ve seen in a number of years,” Gorkski pointed out, attributing it to the district having no banked cap and receiving neither enrollment adjustment nor health care spending adjustments. Two slides demonstrated how the district is spending below both state averages and state medians in its administrative and per-pupil budgetary costs among K-12 districts with more than 3,500 students. The state median and average for administrative costs are $1,690 and $1,626, respectively, while Monroe Township School District’s is $1,451; for per-pupil costs, the median is $15,904 and average is $15,756, whereas the district’s is $14,996. Gorski noted that “a plethora of shared services” have offered the district significant cost-saving opportunities. A food service program that the district applies for through the United States Department of Agriculture saves the district $110,000 alone. All told, the 2021-22 budget reflected a 1.6-cent decrease in the school tax rate, which Gorski attributes to an uptick in state aid and an increase in ratables. “It is very unusual for a district with the demands that we have placed upon us to have this kind of consequence,” he said. The board passed the 2021-22 budget, which will be sent to the Middlesex County Department of Education for approval. A video of the April 26 meeting, including the complete budget presentation and public hearing, can be accessed at bit. ly/3xt2Brj. The district also provides additional budget information at monroe.k12. nj.us/domain/1962.

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In addition, he allegedly falsely reported to the DOC regarding that forced cell extraction by sending an email about the extraction that he knew contained false information, according to the statement. On Jan. 12 at approximately 12:07 a.m., a five-person suited team of correction officers from EMCF performed a forced cell extraction for Victim 2. Molina was the supervising corrections officer present for the extraction. Victim 2 was pepper sprayed and was not given an opportunity to comply before the team made entry into her cell, in violation of DOC policy, according to the statement. Members of the extraction team subsequently used excessive and unreasonable force during the extraction, resulting in injury, in violation of DOC policy, which only allows for the objectively reasonable and necessary use of force, according to the charges. Molina reportedly failed to intervene to prevent this unauthorized use of force despite his legal duty to do so, according to the statement. As Victim 2 was removed from her cell, she is seen in video footage with visible facial injuries and is clearly heard informing those present about her injuries. Molina later sent an email to other DOC officers and employees that falsely reported what occurred during the forced cell

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extraction of Victim 2, including not revealing that pepper spray was used without giving her an opportunity to comply, that unnecessary and unreasonable force was used, and that Victim 2 suffered injuries as a result, according to the allegations. Bridges, 44, of North Plainfield, was charged with second-degree official misconduct. “When we first announced charges in this criminal investigation, I promised that we would follow the evidence wherever it leads and charge everyone responsible for these unjustified, brutal attacks. That is exactly what we are doing,” Grewal said in the statement. “Our investigation continues to produce results, as these charges demonstrate, and we are far from done.” “The alleged actions of the defendants during these heinous attacks on inmates were completely unconscionable — whether they inflicted harm or stood by and allowed others to do so when they had a duty to intervene,” OPIA Director Thomas Eicher said in the statement. “We urge anyone with information to call 1-844-OPIATIPS and help us ensure that all who bear responsibility are brought to justice.” Second-degree charges carry a sentence of five to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $150,000. The second-degree official misconduct charge carries a mandatory minimum sentence of five years in prison without possibility of parole. The seconddegree aggravated assault charge carries a mandatory term of parole ineligibility equal to 85% of the sentence imposed.

COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD Honor a veteran by participating in the Frank Yusko Flag Donation Drive in Spotswood. Flags are 2 feet by 3 feet and cost $50. A personal message may be attached to the flag. All flags will be displayed at the Sept. 11 Memorial in front of Spotswood High, 105 Summerhill Road, from Memorial Day Weekend (May 29) through Flag Day on June 14. The flag can be picked up at the

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