2016-12-10 - The Brick Times

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Vol.15 - No.33

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Giants’ Victor Cruz Celebrates With Brick High School

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December 10, 2016

School District Loo�s To Address A�in� Facilities

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – Only three out of the 12 township schools have central air conditioning, which is one of “many, many projects” that need to be addressed for the aging facilities, said Board of Education member George White, who is chairman of the Facilities Committee.

“When [Board of Education] President Lamela asked me back in January to chair the Facilities Committee, I didn’t realize the scope, size and complexity of our problems...this has been a very challenging year,” he said at the November Board of Education meeting.

(School - See Page 14)

–Photos by Chris Christopher New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz surprised Brick High School’s Green Dragons with an appearance and $5,000 check for being named Football Town of the Year.

By Chris Christopher BRICK – New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz was in a dancing mood.

Cruz performed his famous Salsa Dance to music in the Harold “Hank” Handchen Gymnasium at Brick Township High School on December 5.

His partners were Michelle Zeoli, a math teacher at the school, and Rahson McCall, a senior running back on the Green Dragons’ football team. The levity took place as Brick was named the Football Town of the Year

among communities in New Jersey, New York State and Connecticut.

The Green Dragons, one of four fi nalists among four dozen nominations, will be honored with a $5,000 check in an on-field ceremony Sunday night, December 11, when the Giants host the Dallas Cowboys.

The town’s nomination was submitted by Brick Township High School. The Giants partnered with J.P. Morgan Chase and USA Football. Voting was conducted online for two weeks.

THE SEASON FOR FLU

By Judy Smestad-Nunn OCEAN COUNTY-There has been very low flu activity in New Jersey so far, but it is hard to know what the actual numbers are since long-term nursing care facilities and schools are not required to report flu outbreaks, said Leslie Terjesen, public information officer for the Ocean County Health Department.

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However, hospital emergency rooms report influenza symptoms, and so far the number of reports are the same as last year or “maybe a drop higher,” she said.

“When people start showing up in the ER and check in with respiratory problems, we know the flu is here,” Terjesen said from her office at the OCHD in Toms River.

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Brick coach Lenny Zdanowicz and his senior players will represent the Green Dragons.

“It was awesome, very big,” Zeoli said after displaying a combination Giants-New Jersey tattoo on her left side to the media.

“I am a huge Giant fan. When the Giants win, they (her students) get no homework.”

Cruz, Zeoli and McCall danced while the Green Dragons – dressed in their green and white jerseys – and others roared their approval.

(Giants - See Page 5)

–Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn The new floor of the East Gym and the new black and white bleachers at Brick High School.

Local Site’s History As A Tuberculosis Preventorium For Children

By Charles Daye HOWELL – They came from poorer households, hoping to survive an outbreak.

A place to monitor and prevent tuberculosis, Howell’s preventorium housed hundreds of children throughout its five decades of operation.

On December 1, The Heritage Group of Howell cosponsored an event at the Howell Public Library about the Tuberculosis Preventorium For Children, a preventive facility for children exposed to tuberculosis.

The site operated in Howell from 1910 until (Tuberculosis - See Page 23)

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Continued From Page 1 “It was fun,” McCall said. “I was a little confused, but it was fun. I did not know what I was doing at first. At the end, I kind of got the hang of it. I will probably remember this for the rest of my life.”

The Green Dragons bested Manasquan, Phillipsburg and Middle Island of Long Island, N.Y., in balloting.

“The grant is good for new equipment and new uniforms,” said Dan Gant, sponsorship manager of USA Football. “We want to shine a light on the best football towns in the tri-state area, meaning titles, great alumni who play either college or pro ball, great student sections, bands and cheerleaders. The core criteria was pride, passion and tradition. There will be four new nominees next year.”

“The grant will definitely come in handy,” Zdanowicz said. “We’ll use it for such things as a new end zone camera and new sideline video equipment. It’s fun to get new things that we need.”

The Green Dragons have won seven NJSIAA sectional titles and numerous Shore Conference divisional championships -- mostly under the direction of coach Warren Wolf, who retired as the state’s career wins leader. Wolf was escorted into the gym by his son, Warren Charles Wolf, who played for and coached under his dad, now in his late 80s.

In a video, “Brick Township Football Town USA,” compiled by Summit Studios, there is Wolf, sporting black hair, delivering pep talks to his team in black and white footage.

“They don’t have much of an opinion of Brick football,” Wolf said. “I have that from good sources. You can go out there and show them what type of football Brick plays. Sit on down a minute, boys. I want to tell you a little something. It’s not easy. Don’t let records mislead you. Don’t worry about what somebody has done prior to today as today’s game is the one that counts.”

Brick resident Tricia McAvoy, whose home was severely damaged by Superstorm Sandy in 2012, cited the Green Dragons in the video for their help.

“I cant thank them enough,” she said while the club worked on the home. “They are so polite as a team, working together to help people. I am so appreciative. When they appeared on my doorstep, I was like, ‘Oh my God. They are here. Godsends. Wonderful. Polite. Just so appreciative. I can’t thank them enough.”

In another scene in the video, Laura Sclafani, whose son Carmen, started at quarterback for the Green Dragons, said, “I am a little crazy about my boys. That is my biggest joy, watching them play.”

Wolf wrote a green and white covered book, “The History of Brick Township High School Green Dragons Football,” which Zdanowicz presented to Cruz shortly before Cruz left town in a black Cadillac sport utility vehicle.

“We have the tradition that Warren Wolf started,” said Zdanowicz, who played and coached under Wolf. “The kids and the parents are excited. That’s why we are a football town.

This all goes back to coach Wolf, who changed the landscape of high school football in New Jersey. He brought respectability to Brick as his teams played Montclair, Philipsburg and Bishop Egan. He played everybody. He always said, ‘If you want to be the best, ya gotta beat the best.’ “ Cruz emerged from the car, shook hands in the doorway of the building and signed an autograph for a young fan -- the first of dozens for admirers -- prior to the ceremony. Cruz talked briefly with Zdanowicz in the doorway and entered the gym to cheers.

The Brick Times, December 10, 2016, Page 5 “What’s up?” he replied to his fans. “Thank you for having me today. Please, please congratulate yourselves and give yourself a round of applause.”

The crowd, which filled one set of bleachers, obliged.

Cruz posed for pictures with the Green Dragons, cheerleaders and fans after the ceremonial check was presented. In the memo section, it said, “#1 Football Town.” The check was made payable to the order of Brick Township High School.

Cruz participated in a question and answer session. One player asked early in the session, “Can you Salsa for us?” Cruz replied, “That’s only on the field,” before performing the dance several minutes later. He said ex-Dallas stars Michael Irvin and Troy Aikman were his favorite players while growing up. He said being a member of the Giants’ Super Bowl championship team was “the best feeling in the universe. We were at the top of our game and we won the biggest game of them all.”

Cruz advised the Green Dragons to “stay sharp on all of your tools. running routes, blocking. Sharpen your tools all of the time.”

The fleet athlete said he “watches 40 hours per week of film give or take. We practice for 90 minutes per day or so.”

Cruz ordered the players to “work extremely hard -- as hard as you possibly can. What got me to this point is working hard. Hopefully, you guys understand what that work ethic is all about.”

Cruz said he is impressed with the Green Dragons’ winning tradition.

“This town has so much tradition,” he said.

“There is a rich football tradition here. Stay positive, work hard and stay focused on the things you need to do to progress in life. Never get complacent. The team unfortunately lost last Saturday in a sectional championship game, but the road does not stop there. The sky is the limit for them.”

Cruz told reporters after the ceremony, “This means a lot. I am from New Jersey and I like to give back to my home state. If I don’t do it, who will?”

Cruz posed with Zdanowicz and his senior players in a parking lot at the school shortly before departing. With Giants and Brick helmet serving as props, he signed autographs.

Scott Lloyd, a member of Brick’s 1987 team, a volunteer assistant coach and a chiropractor, said of the honor, “It is great, great. I grew up in the program. We want our kids to have a part of what coach Wolf built here. He built the boys into young men. We want them to have what we had.”

The prestige of the award was not lost on Dean Helstowski, a linebacker on this year’s team.

“It is huge,” he said. “It means a lot for the whole town to wear green and white from the kids in AYF (American Youth Football) and on up. we use the pride and tradition of Brick to our advantage. There’s a saying, ‘We are Brick,’ and we are expected to win. The support we receive from the town helps us out a lot.”

There were several spirited signs. “We Support Green Dragons,” read one. Another said, “We Are Brick High.” Said another, “Fear The Dragon.” One fan wore a shirt honoring a sectional championship team.”

Pete Panuska, a former Brick standout and a vice principal at the school, told the crowd, “The football team (8-4 this season) had a great run. Thank you for the excitement throughout the whole season. The season was awesome. I congratulate the other fall sports on great seasons. We can’t do a lot of things without our band (which responded with the school song).”

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Editorial Time To Pause For The Wonder As the carol goes: “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” That’s because so many of us get to come together and celebrate the holidays. We rush and rush, and then exhale in the moments we can pause and enjoy the company of our family and friends and share the traditions of the season, in all the wonderful ways they manifest.

You may be busy planning the gatherings in your home or your trips to family and friends’ homes, and to enjoy the magic that is created there. But this time of year offers so much for the community to come together, too.

Take a moment, and take part in those wonderful efforts.

Local organizations are busy hosting charitable drives for toys, food or coats, to be given to neighbors in need. The magic of the season is also found in these endeavors, as volunteers work to spread generosity far and wide. That too is an example of how this is the most wonderful time of the year.

And on your way to all those holiday chores, take a moment to pause and see the amazing displays for the holidays. Your neighbors have dressed up their homes

in lights, the town’s Christmas tree and menorah are lit, and everything seems to magically twinkle in the celebration of the season. It’s a wonder how it all comes together, and how the dark December evenings manage to shine with the spirit of the season.

But then there’s our favorite example of the magic of the season: the long list of holiday events held by towns, civic groups and others to spread holiday cheer. Whether the senior center is hosting a breakfast with Santa, or the high school chorus has its holiday performance, there is no shortage of ways to fill nearly every evening with events such as these.

That our local communities manage to put on such a bevy of activities in so short a season is nothing short of amazing. Everything from Santa’s arrival, to historical looks at local traditions, to toy drives to big-name holiday performances are just some of the events. Looking for a holiday event to add to your calendar? Check out the pages of this newspaper here or online at micromediapubs. com.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year.

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Letters To The Editor Tenure Lawsuit Is Bogus

Stop Pension Fees From Wall Street

Campbell Brown and her out-of-state special interest group is misleading New Jersey parents and residents about our public schools to advance their harmful political agenda. New Jersey’s seniority statute, which they seek to overturn by court order, provides an important protection to students and communities by keeping politics, and politicians, out of the decision-making process when layoffs are imposed on our public schools.

The lawsuit is premised on a lie that districts are prevented from dealing with teachers who are not willing or able to do their jobs effectively.

Tenure is difficult to obtain in New Jersey, so no teacher gets tenure without demonstrating an ability to do the job well.

Even more, the tenure law outlines a specific and fair process to remove a teacher who is ineffective at any time. What the law prevents is the sort of political interference that would be inevitable if administrators could be pressured to fire teachers without having to give a reason.

This lawsuit seeks to throw out that system of checks and balances and give unfettered freedom to fire excellent veteran teachers in favor of less experienced newer teachers who earn lower salaries.

Wendell Steinhauser NJEA President

If we eliminated Wall Street brokerage houses for pension fee transactions, we could save the over $1.3 billion paid toward the pension fund this year.

My proposal is to eliminate Wall Street brokerage houses and hire an in-house licensed broker for no more than $200,000 per year.

This year a $1.3 billion payment was made towards the pension fund and that equals two years savings eliminating Wall Street brokerage firm fees. The reason bi-partisan law makers remain silent on this issue is they are loyal to their Wall Street contributors and backers. It is a web and they are all connected.

The borrowing and spending on the pension system has earned its reputation of being a bi-partisan slush fund.

I am unwilling to sell out the people of NJ for campaign donations so the benefit is not having conflicts to save them money Joseph Rudy Rullo Candidate for Governor Ocean County resident

Go After Bridgegate After the federal felony criminal convictions against Bill Baroni and Bridget Anne Kelly on charges related to the Bridgegate scandal, it is clear that these persons committed an unauthorized exercise of official functions and failed to per-

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Because of this, like Christie, they too can be subject to a complaint for indictable Official Misconduct under 2C:30-2, which may be filed in Fort Lee Municipal Court by any citizen.

The State and Federal systems are considered separate systems, so Double Jeopardy protections do not apply.

Is it wrong that I’m smiling, when I think of Bridget Anne Kelly participating in the “Puppies Behind Bars” program at Edna Mahn Correctional Facility? Or Bill Baroni working on a new edition of “Scared Straight!” for politicians at Eastern Jersey State Prison near Rahway?

Eric Hafner Toms River

Grieve And Move Forward Lately there seems to be a chasm of division growing across our Land. During this past election cycle I have seen Facebook posts and commentaries from my fellow Americans predicting that the politicians from one side or another would be the seeds of destruction for America. But the seeds of destruction won’t come from our politicians; they always seem to find a way to peacefully sit down at the bargaining table with the opposition once the elections are over.

Seeds of destruction can only be planted and rooted by we the people, if we let it.

In American politics we tend to have seasons where, through elections and policies, we move to the right, then to the left, then back to the right again, - and on and on it goes. Our political diversity, and respecting that diversity, is our strength, it’s what makes America the greatest nation on earth – we need to learn to respect it and embrace it, and respect and embrace those who hold those differing views and stop vilifying them and those who champion their causes.

If we fail to do that we fail to carry the patriotic American spirit in our hearts, and we even

fail to truly represent Christ, or whatever other spiritual model we claim to uphold.

I will always debate policy, but after every election cycle I have called the victor “My President” regardless of whether I loved or hated their policies. I have done that since I was a little boy over 55 years ago and I will continue to do that in the future. It is what I was taught by the example of all the veterans around me. It is what I was taught by that “Greatest of Generations” which came before me (they were and are the true patriots).

To be honest, I have hated “some” of the policies of the past eight years, as some of you may have hated the policies of the eight years that came before that, but we do need to respect our fellow Americans!

The results of an election can bring the joy of a marriage or the grief of a death, depending on what side you are on. It is understandable to grieve any perceived great loss.

But grieve and then move forward.

Those who can grow and mature enough to do that now are the current generation’s patriots. Those who can’t learn to do that are un-American in heart and deed. In our daily life we are surrounded by many brave veterans who are living that example now. The courageous men and women who bravely put their lives on the line for this nation that we hold so dear. They do not weigh out the policies of any current administration before taking up arms, before jumping out of planes, before sailing dangerous enemy seas, before marching through mosquito infested swamps, before trekking across the barren hot deserts, all while knowing that some of them may not return to the Land and people that they love. Let us follow their example and become a part of the healing and unity for the future of our great nation.

Please join with me now at this time in of our nation’s struggles, bowing our heads in prayer for healing and unity. And let’s each commit ourselves to personally be an agent of that healing.

Rev. Peter W. Guilfoyle Jackson

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

From The Des� O� The Bric� Mayor Township Using Web, Social Media

Mayor John Ducey It is essential that elected officials do everything they can to ensure that the public is well-informed of the work they are doing on their behalf. Government works best when the people they serve have the confidence in their elected officials. One way to help that is to have an open and transparent town hall.

In November, I had the privilege of attending the League Luncheon at the New Jersey State League of Municipalities Conference in Atlantic City and

accepting the award for Best Web/Social Media in the League’s Annual Public Information Contest. The contest, which is sponsored by the League of Municipalities, the New Jersey Municipal Management Association and the Rutgers Center for Government Services, is held to promote the use of successful and innovative techniques that increase government’s ability to meet citizen needs and improve access to government services. The contest has an added goal of creating interest and providing incentive for municipalities to develop or enhance their public information programs. Brick Township was included in the class for municipalities

over 20,000 residents.

We are very proud of our efforts to keep the people of Brick Township well-informed. The Township’s Official Facebook Page - facebook.com/BrickTwpNJGovernment - is nearing 20,000 followers. We have more followers on our Facebook page than 431 of 565 towns in New Jersey have residents. The Township’s Twitter feed – available at @ TownshipofBrick – has over 3,000 followers. We have an Instagram feed – also @TownshipofBrick – that has over 600 followers. If you have an account on any of these platforms and do not currently follow us, I urge you to do so. We use social media extensively to

inform people about what is going on in Town Hall and the community. It also gives users the ability to communicate with us. We monitor the accounts every day to answer inquiries and provide assistance.

The award also recognized our efforts on the web. The Township website – bricktownship.net – offers residents a great deal of information and resources such as a property tax inquiry, the ability to sign up for Nixle alerts and email updates, downloadable and fillable forms and much more. We are working on a redesign of the website and we plan on having the new site available in the first half of 2017. Councilwoman Lisa

Crate will be working extensively with our Public Information and Information Technology offices during the redesign.

This is the second Public Information Contest Award we have won in the past three years. In 2014, we were awarded Best Special/ Innovative Media for the Talking Brick online show.

We started the show to provide another resource for us to inform residents about what is happening. The show also gives residents the opportunity to call in and share their thoughts, questions or concerns with me. Talking Brick shows are broadcast online at blogtalkradio.com/ talkingbricktownship. All shows are archived and can

be listened to at any time.

When a show is scheduled, we post the times and links on Facebook. If you haven’t done so, I encourage you to listen to the next show and please, feel free to call with any questions you may have.

The Council and I are proud of our efforts to create an open and transparent town hall and will continue to do so. Again, government works best when the public has faith in their elected officials and the best way to ensure that is to keep the public well-informed about the workings of their elected officials and municipal staff. The awards we have received is a testament to our efforts and proof that they are working.

Senator Jim Holzapfel

Assemblyman David Wolfe

Assemblyman Gregory McGuckin

Capitol Comments 10th Legislative District

Senator Jim Holzapfel Assemblyman David Wolfe • Assemblyman Gregory McGuckin

Holzapfel, Wolfe & McGuckin Fight To Block Gas Tax’s Use On Rail Projects

NEW JERSEY – 10th District legislators, Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and Dave Wolfe (all R-10) have introduced a bill that would exclude passenger and freight rail projects from being funded by proceeds from the

recent gas tax increase.

“We know that New Jerseyans are already the most highly taxed people in the nation, which is why we voted no on raising the gas tax,” stated the 10th District legislators. “As a promise to our constituents, we will fight to

ensure that the gas taxes paid by our constituents aren’t diverted to pork rail projects that only benefit Democrats’ districts.”

Currently, a portion of the revenue from the gas tax is appropriated for the New Jersey Rail Freight Assistance.

Under their new legislation, gas tax revenues shall not be used for these projects.

Senate Democrats have already announced plans to fund a billion dollar Bergen-Hudson Light Rail project with funding from the gas tax increase. They also

have discussed paying for an expensive Camden to Gloucester Light Rail project.

“Our commuters were falsely told that a gas tax increase was necessary to fund safe roads and bridges across the state,” the legislators added.

“Now, after the tax hike

has been enacted, the truth is coming out about how billions will be wasted on projects that have nothing to do with roads. Our legislation is a direct response to the lies our residents were told by Democrats who pushed the gas tax increase through.”

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Club News, Activities, Events & Announcements

Legion Participates In Memorial Run

─Photo courtesy Brick American Legion BRICK – The Brick American Legion Runners/Walkers participated in the 10 th Annual Lt Dennis W. Zilinski II Memorial 3.5 mile run/2 mile walk on Sunday, November 6. Lisa Corris, President of the American Legion Runners/Walkers stated that this event is held each year on Veterans Day Weekend to allow those that gather to participate a time to give thanks for the veterans and active duty servicemen/ women in attendance. The day began with the presentation of our colors, the beautiful rendition of the National Anthem, sung by the Rock’nRoll Chorus from local high schools, and an introduction into the private life of Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II presented in a speech by one of Dennis’ close friends. This event is held each year and hosted by the Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund, in tribute to Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II who was killed on November 19 2005 in Bayji, Iraq. All the proceeds earned are utilized to aid and assist our wounded warriors, to aid and assist their families and to promote the general well-being of our enlisted men/women.

Greater Shore Concert Band

BRICK – St. Thomas Lutheran Church presents the Greater Shore Concert Band holiday concert at 2 p.m. on December 11 at the church, Route 70 and Brick Boulevard.

The Greater Shore Concert Band was established in 1966 by Henry Melnik.

During the past 50 years this 70-member

band has performed throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties as well as New York State. In addition, the band has performed in England, Scotland, Austria, Switzerland and Germany.

The concert is free, but a free will offering will be collected.

For more information, call 732-477-5533.

Become A Tutor

OCEAN COUNTY – Just two hours a week of working with an adult student could change his or her life.

Literacy New Jersey needs volunteers to work as tutors, helping adults with reading, writing, speaking English, and math. Students and tutors meet at a location convenient to both, such as a local library. Location is determined by student

and tutor.

The staff will guide volunteers through the necessary steps to become a tutor by providing 15 hours of training, matching volunteers with a student whose learning needs fit their abilities, and supporting them in working with their student.

For more information, contact the Ocean County office at 732-864-9646.

Bounce About Time

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will be conducting a new “Bounce About Time” program. Children will have an hour of instruction, activities, story and craft.

Afterward, they will play on giant inflatables. The dates January 10, #443123-5B, February 7, #443123-5C, and March 7 #443123-5D.

The events take place from 10 a.m. to noon. The fee is $10 per child. The event is open to children ages 3 to 5.

To register, send a check made payable to the “County of Ocean” to: Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Provide name, address and daytime telephone number, along with program number when registering.

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Projects List There was very little money in the capital improvements budget because it had been allocated to previous projects, White said, but his committee was able to prioritize some projects and put them into this year’s budget and get them accomplished over the summer.

“I’m very proud to say that we got three of them accomplished, as of now, and it is very important for student and staff safety and improvements,” he said.

The three completed projects are parking and curbing behind Brick High School, which was in “dire need of replacing,” White said; the redesign and repaving of the parking lot at Lake Riviera Middle School; and the East and West Gyms of Brick High School, which were in “terrible shape,” he said.

There are many other projects that are ongoing, particularly window replacement projects for Brick Memorial High School; Lake Riviera and Veterans Memorial Middle Schools; and Drum Point, Lanes Mill, Midstreams, Osbornville and Veterans Memorial Elementary Schools, which

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White said that while his term is going to be up in another month, his hope is that when next year’s budget is being drafted there would be “plenty of money” left in the capital expense budget to complete many of the projects.

Air Conditioning Board member John Barton, who also serves on the Facilities Committee, said the agenda for next month’s Board of Education meeting would probably contain some information for plans to improve and re-do the parking area at the Vets Complex -- the area between Veterans Middle School and and Veterans Elementary School -- as well as “possibly working out something” for new air conditioning at the Veterans Middle School’s auditorium.

“It’s a room with no windows, and it hasn’t been touched since it opened in 1972,” Barton said.

“We are looking at facilities all around the district.

Those are just two projects we have on our plates right now; we’re open to suggestions.”

School Business Administrator James Edwards was asked about the cost of air conditioning the schools .

“Providing a range for installing air conditioning in a school is beyond my level of expertise,” Edwards said. “I assume it would depend on many factors such as building size, method of cooling chosen and pre-existing conditions of building (could some existing equipment be retrofitted ).”

The cost of the completed project is often rolled into another overall project, he said.

“I don’t have to a cost specific to installing air conditioning in one of our existing buildings as in all cases the air conditioning was part of an overall project. As an example, at BTHS air conditioning was installed along with replacing the boilers and replacing the unit ventilators,” said Edwards. “Currently BMHS and BTHS have air conditioning and WWES has a dehumidification system which provides cooler conditions.”

Completed Projects Interim Superintendent Thomas Gialanella said that the east and west gymnasium floors at Brick High School had been completed, and they had both come in under budget.

Most of the work on the original wood floors was done over the summer. The floors were sanded, stenciled and finished with a high-gloss polyurethane. The west gymnasium also had new bleachers installed.

“I’m happy with the results and is glad they were completed before the winter season when the gyms are heavily used,” he said.

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I’ve received hundreds of letters over the last year similar to this. People either personally or through a relative are being given wrong medications or incorrect dosages of medications that they were or were not prescribed.

Throughout the healthcare world, of which I am very familiar, this is known as a “med error.” Although it does happen in hospitals and other places that healthcare is delivered, it is most common in your own home.

People who take care of themselves often double up, skip, or substitute older medications. As you know by now, I am president of Preferred Home Health Care.

One of the rules in home healthcare is that a registered nurse must prepare medication. Most people, however, do not need a nurse to pour their medication.

Here are a few tips to help prevent any problems for those who are taking their medications by themselves.

1. Line up every medication that you should be taking.

2. Look for the following things: Your name (don’t laugh; it happens), the doctors’ names, the dosage and daily prescription.

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day. Instead prepare a week of medication.

I prefer not to use a day and night box that is built as one. I do recommend that you color code two kits, one for day and one for night. Yellow or light blue works well for morning and a deeper color to represent night. For those who need to take medications more than twice a day, adjust the above by buying three or four individual set ups. It’s bulkier but safer.

For those who are on a limited budget, you can use egg cartons from the supermarket (not my favorite choice but it does work.)

If you can, have someone in the house review what you have done. Once again, an RN would be great, but not always practical.

I like setting up medication on Sundays if possible.

Take all the bottles and put them away so that you don’t accidentally reach into the bottle out of habit. This will prevent accidental double ups.

Prepare a list, and keep it on your person or somewhere visible should an emergency occur.

Stay safe and healthy.

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law Preparing To See An Attorney About A New Estate Plan

Robert C. Shea Esq.

By Robert C. Shea of R.C. Shea & Associates You have put it off as long as you could, but now the day of has arrived. It is time to see your attorney about preparing a new will and other estate planning documents. As the day draws near, you ask yourself, what should I bring to the meeting? How long will it take?

What should I expect? How soon will I be able to actually sign my new documents?

In our office we make an initial interview for one of our attorneys to meet with you to discuss your estate planning needs. The initial interview takes about one hour. After the initial interview, we will then prepare the documents necessary to carry out your estate plan and mail those documents to you for your review. This usually takes two weeks after the interview. Of course, the time frames vary by the complexity of the documents and whether there is an emergent need. This is the time for you to make sure the documents say what you want and that the names of the person in the documents are correct. If any changes are needed or there is anything in the documents which you do not understand, you should call the attorney’s office. Usually at this point the date for the signing is confirmed. On the date of signing, you will come to our office to sign the documents. The actual signing should take less than 30 minutes.

What should you bring to the initial interview?

You should bring any existing estate planning documents you have and the names and addresses of those people who will be named in your documents. If you wish to leave money to a charity, please provide information from that charity showing its correct name and address.

In addition, you should bring enough of your financial information so that the attorney can determine your financial net worth. This will help the attorney to determine whether you will

have any death tax issues, as well as having an idea of how your assets should be distributed.

It is not necessary to bring along every financial statement that you have. Rather, having knowledge of each financial account (such as bank accounts, brokerage accounts, mutual funds, etc.), the name on the account and the amount in the account is sufficient. For real estate, you should know its current value as well as the outstanding mortgage balance, if any. For insurance policies, you should know the amount of the policy and the names of the beneficiaries.

Prior to the initial interview, you should consider how you would want your assets distributed upon your passing. In most cases it will probably be to your spouse, if one exists, and then to your children and their children. You should take into consideration the possibility that one of the persons named in your will may pass away before you. You should also consider whether you wish to make gifts of personal items or money to specific persons.

You should consider who you would want to be the executor of you will. If you have children under the age of 18, you will want to consider who you will name as guardian to take care of them until they reach 18 and who you want as trustee to take handle the assets until they are old enough to handle it themselves.

The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney. Call or visit our firm at 732-505-1212, 244 Main St., Toms River, email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at rcshea.com.

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Parks and Recreation Department will be sponsoring the New York Holiday bus trip on December 14.

The bus will stop near Duffy Square for those who wish to buy “two for one” show tickets. Participants will be provided with a map and list of holiday activities. The bus will depart from the beach complex of Ocean County Park, 659 Ocean Ave. in Lakewood at 8 a.m. and return at 7 p.m. The fee includes round trip transportation and gratuity.

To register, send a check for $35 per person, made payable to the County of Ocean. Mail the check to: Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Provide name, address and daytime telephone number, along with program number AB0310.

The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders sponsors this program. To receive more information or a Parks & Recreation Newsletter call 732-506-9090 or visit oceancountyparks.org.

OC Sheriff’s Of�ice Toy Drive

OCEAN COUNTY – This holiday season the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting its annual Toy Drive in conjunction with the Ocean County Chiefs of Police Association. This Toy Drive enables the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office and the local municipalities to provide gifts for children of families in need within Ocean County.

The Toy Drive Form is used to request toys through the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office.

The form can be found on co.ocean.nj.us/ OCsheriff/Mainpage.aspx.

The completed form can be emailed, faxed or mailed. The appropriate fax number and mailing address can be found on the form.

The deadline to file for toys is December 14. The deadline for donations is December 21.

For more information, visit co.ocean.nj.us/ OCsheriff/Mainpage.aspx.

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Parks and Recreation Newsletter has been published. The seasonal newsletter is a schedule of the events and programs sponsored by the department.

The newsletter highlights the offerings of the Parks and Recreation Department as well as

information about the 27 parks, nature centers and golf courses throughout Ocean County.

The newsletter is currently available at many park locations. To receive a newsletter, or to be placed on the mailing list, call 877-OCPARKS or visit oceancountyparks. org.

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS IN THE WORKPLACE Carolyne S. Kalson – Attorney at Law

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) prohibits discrimination in the workplace and applies to all employers in New Jersey with one or more employees. In 2014 the LAD was amended to include the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Before this amendment, pregnancy discrimination was not specifically prohibited by the LAD. A pregnant woman had to allege sex discrimination or disability discrimination if the pregnant woman had medical complications.

A pregnant woman is not always disabled. In fact, many women work up until the month or day they leave to deliver a child. An employer may force a pregnant employee to leave the job earlier than she wanted to. This is actionable. Many women today choose to save all of their leave under the state and federal leave laws for after the child is born in order to have sufficient time for bonding.

The pregnancy amendment specifically added pregnancy as a protected class under law.

Additionally, even a woman who has no disability or health concerns with a pregnancy, is now entitled to reasonable accommodation. Accommodations for pregnant women might include temporary reassignment, altering of job responsibilities or even extra breaks to use the bathroom. The law also prohibits retaliation against a woman for asking for accommodations. As with disability law, the accommodations must be “reasonable”, not unduly burdensome. A good faith, interactive process is required. The request for accommodation should be supported by a note from a physician.

Accommodations identified in the amendment include bathroom and water breaks, assistance with manual labor, job restructuring, temporary transfers to less strenuous assignments and modified work schedules. The pregnancy amendments do not provide a leave of absence as a reasonable accommodation for a normal pregnancy.

If a pregnant employee is seeking a leave of absence as a reasonable accommodation, it must be due to some disabling condition as a result of her pregnancy.

Ms. Kalson is an experienced labor and employment attorney with over 30 years in practice.

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The OCHD offers flu clinics, and there used to be lines so long they encircled the building, but now that flu shots are available everywhere the department buys less and less of the vaccine, she said.

“We don’t care where you get your flu shot, we just want everyone to get one,” Terjesen said.

The OCHD visits many of the adult villages to administer the shots; people aged 65 and older get a trivalent vaccine to protect against flu viruses that have been prevalent in the southern hemisphere.

The 2016-2017 influenza vaccine is made to protect against the most common of them, which are A/California; A/Brisbane; and A/ Hong Kong.

Those under the age of 65 get a quadrivalent flu vaccine that protects against four different viruses, which gives broader protection against

circulating flu viruses.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that anyone over the age of six months get their flu shot.

In Ocean County, all children aged six months to five years who attend a licensed child care or preschool facility must be vaccinated by December 31.

These facilities are audited by the OCHD, and anyone who has not had their child vaccinated by the end of the year will receive a letter saying the child must be vaccinated or they will not be allowed to attend the program, Terjesen said.

“If you have flu-like symptoms, go to the doctor and get anti-viral medication and stay home,” Terjesen said.

You can’t get the flu from a flu shot, Terjesen said. “If you get the shot, and you get the flu that season, it will probably be a much milder form,” she said.

That’s true, said Dr. Philip Angelo of Brick,

a physician who has a family practice in Colts Neck.

The virus changes year-to-year and you can’t rely on past vaccinations to protect you, he said.

“Your antibodies wane over the year, so even if there was an exact match year to year, you’d need a booster. Also, it should be noted even in years where the vaccine does not match the circulating flu, the vaccine has been proven to still reduce disease burden and mortality,” Dr. Angelo said.

Some of his patients have said they got a flu shot that resulted in a cold afterwards.

“No, you just got a cold,” said Dr. Angelo.

“The flu shot does not protect you from a cold, but the common cold does not kill up to 30,000 people a year, which is the main reason why we vaccinate against the flu.”

And even if it doesn’t kill you, it will “knock you on your butt” for a week, which is the amount of time you need to stay out of work anyway to keep from spreading it, said Dr.

Angelo.

“But even if you don’t mind missing work, staying at home shivering uncontrollably, or dying, getting the flu shot protects the population in general. If enough people get their shots ‘herd immunity’ will kick in, arresting the spread of an epidemic from people who are not immunized, including people who must not get the flu, such as babies and the immunocompromised,” he said.

Dr. Angelo said he and his classmates from medical school have been getting the flu shot every year since they graduated 20 years ago.

“The only thing that’s happened to me and my classmates is none of us have gotten the flu or killed anybody by passing it on,” he said.

The flu symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, headaches, chills, muscle aches and fatigue.

The OCHD will continue to run flu clinics through January. For more information visit ochd.org.

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the 1960s.

Virginia Brandl, a retired Farmingdale school teacher, worked at the Preventorium in the late 1950s as a young adult and shared her first-hand experiences.

The Preventorium was organized primarily for the care of poorly nourished, under-fed children who were exposed to tuberculosis, she said. The children involved in this institution did not actually have tuberculosis but were at risk. Many of the children came from poor families, mostly from the cities.

Early on there were mostly younger children, infants to two years old, but that changed over the years as teenagers were added.

“When I was working there, the oldest was 16. I was a big 18 and I’m looking up at these kids and these kids are streetwise, they’re out of Harlem. So they’re looking down at me using the whole full-scale language and I’m growing up in Farmingdale,” said Brandl, who said despite the geographic differences she forged close, long-term relationships with many of the children.

“One of my little girls, I still write to her.

It’s one of those blessings you take with you,” said Brandl.

The Preventorium was essentially sponsored by New York clinics, public and private funds. When children were sent to the Preventorium in Howell or another residential area, their homes would be inspected every six months.

“They would go back to their parents. That was the ultimate goal was being able to put them back with their parents, but so many of them were unfortunately into a drug situation or victims or circumstances. They were doing what they believed they could do to provide for their family. Some did go back and they would follow up,” said Brandl.

The program begin amid widespread tuberculosis deaths nationwide: in 1908, more than 150,000 died of tuberculosis. In 1909, Nathan Strauss, a Lakewood philanthropist, and Marcus M. Marks organized a board of directors consisting of leading physicians and prominent men and women. On July 2, 1909 the Open-Camp Cleveland Cottage was opened to accommodate 40 children.

These children had contact with tuberculosis, most likely through one of their parents.

According to Brandl, “when unfriendly conditions” and “local opposition devel-

The Brick Times, December 10, 2016, Page 23 oped” the board of directors looked for a new location. Brandl likened this to contemporary issues facing Howell.

“So people weren’t comfortable with this type of setting in their neighborhood. How many of you can think of things that are going on today, it didn’t change a whole lot.

‘Not in my back yard’ was exactly what it was,” said Brandl.

Arthur Brisbane offered the board of directors a 170 acre farm located near Farmingdale, seven miles north of Lakewood. Strauss and the board accepted and opened the Preventorium on Preventorium Road.

The children were transferred to a small, remodeled farm house (for temporary use) on April 28, 1910. Opening day for the $150,000 Tuberculosis Preventorium For Children included then Governor Woodrow Wilson, the Bishop from Trenton and Marcus M. Marks, the president of the institution.

By 1914, there were 200 children from 120 different families living at the Preventorium.

In 1915, a nursery was added to accommodate a dozen infants, called the “infantorium.” The infants stayed about one year before being relocated, adopted or fostered.

The Preventorium’s primary objectives were “mental invigoration of the children and the improvement of their physical condition and the stimulating effect of the open air school.” Essentially get the children a lot of fresh air and exercise to help prevent tuberculosis. Later, with the innovation in antibiotic medicine, preventoriums became dated.

Brandl also described the different perceptions locals had to the Preventorium and tuberculosis.

“This was at that time when tuberculosis was so serious of a condition, something that people were very concerned about. But yet, ‘not in my back yard,’” said Brandl.

In November 1962, the name of the Preventorium was changed to Child Care Center. In 1969, the Preventorium closed its doors all the residents were placed in their own homes, foster homes, adopted or other facilities, which included the infamous Willowbrook.

In January 1970, Brandl’s husband Alex was the last worker out of the institution and his final responsibility was to burn the photographs, registries and records. He did not burn everything and Brandl presented a lot of material from the facility to the dozen or so in attendance at the library event.

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Mayor Seeks Citizens Interested In Serving On Various Boards And Committees

BRICK – Any citizen interested on ser ving as a member on one of the township’s various boards or committees should send an email with a resume and cover letter to Mayor John Ducey

by December 18.

“These boards not only play an important role in shaping our community, they offer citizens the opportunity to give back and help move Brick Township forward,” said Ducey. “I encourage any person interested in serving our community to send their resume to my office this week. Every person will be considered and we will make every effort to make sure everyone who would like to serve has the opportunity to do so.”

There are upcoming appointments available for the followi ng boards/ committees: Architectural Review Committee – reviews any construction, addition or alteration to nonresidential buildings that affect exterior features visible from a public place or street.

Environmental Commission – is responsible for the protection, development and use of natural resources, including water resources located within the township.

Brick Township Housing Authority – The Brick Housing Authority administers both a public housing and Section 8 housing voucher program.

Historic Preservation Commission – works to encourage the use, restoration and preservation of historic structures in Brick Township Plan ning Board – responsible for

preparing, amending and adopting the municipal master plan and also reviews applications for subdivisions and reviews site plans Sustainable Brick – works with the township staff to create and support policies, events and activities that support and encourage sustainability.

Board of Adjustment – primary function is to review and decide on applications for a variance Ethics Committee – receives and reviews ethical questions or complaints alleging that the conduct of any local government officer or employee serving the municipality is in conf lict with the Code of Conduct, or applicable ethical standard Tourism Development Commission – works to publicize and promote the Township in order to attract tourism Property Maintenance Board – works to determine the course of action owners of property’s deemed in violation of the Property Maintenance Coe must take in regards to the rehabilitation of their properties Shade Tree Commission – aids in protecting and establishing trees throughout the township. They are the advisory agency for all com mu n it y t rees on municipal streets, rights-of-way, parks and other properties Resumes and cover letters should be emailed to mayor@twp.brick.nj.us no later than 5 p.m. on December 18. While efforts will be made to place citizens on requested boards, it will not be possible in all instances due to availability.

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Library now allows patrons to chat online or text librarians with questions.

Chat/text service is a quick way to get answers to brief, factual questions from trained Ocean County Library (OCL) staff in real-time. Sample questions include: “When does the Brick Branch close tonight?” “How tall is the Barnegat Lighthouse?” “What is the title of the new James Patterson book?”

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Brick Hosts Winter Camp

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The cost is $150 per child. The cost

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may be prompted to work harder and more efficiently than usual in the week to come.

You tend to display confidence even if you do not possess the requisite skills or experience.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Silence is golden but knowledge is platinum.

As this week unfolds gather information before you tackle new projects or tasks.

Just because something seems easy doesn’t mean it is.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The higher you climb the harder it is to cling to the ladder. Your ambitious nature may put you in a precarious position in the week ahead.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may become serious about adding structure and organizing your financial affairs. Avoid beginning new projects, making major purchases or taking the initiative in the week ahead.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Work hard but don’t be hard hearted. As this week unfolds you may become more creative about achieving your ambitions but some influential people may find your actions callous and calculating.

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Take Away Holiday Hassles With A Quick Pot Of Chicken Soup

By Wolfgang Puck

‘Tis the season to feel stressed out.

At least, that’s how too many people feel about December. Suddenly, there are too many gifts to buy, too many parties to plan and cook for, too many cookies to bake, too many errands to run, too much food to eat. Oh, and I almost forgot to mention: too many pounds to gain.

Yes, the holiday season can be, and most often is, a joyous time. But, if you aren’t careful, the month’s demands can sometimes take their toll. That’s why I always try to plan regular breaks during the coming month for quiet family time and exercise. I also like to make sure that I include some simple, home-style dinners that are not only comforting but also light and healthy.

For me, one of the smartest comfort foods of all is chicken soup. Just sipping it spoonful by spoonful causes you to slow down, reflect, get back in touch with what’s important and let needless distractions fall away. Like all good food, it also draws the family together.

And chicken soup really does nourish the body, especially when you make it the healthy way I do, using low-sodium broth, skinless chicken pieces and lots of vegetables.

But, you might be wondering, how is it possible to make chicken soup during this busy time of year when the best versions rely on slow simmering?

Fortunately, the answer can be found in many kitchens, or can be purchased inexpensively as an early holiday gift: the electric pressure cooker.

Pressure cookers are perfect for making great chicken soup. In fact, many professional kitchens rely on them nowadays for making stock. Cooking under pressure reduces from hours to minutes the time it takes to coax maximum flavor from soup ingredients. And there’s another bonus: The pressure also prevents the formation of froth and other impurities that sometimes cloud soups. So you’ll get rich-tasting, crystal-clear results.

I like to prepare my pressure cooker chicken soup in two stages. First, I cook the chicken in good-quality canned low-sodium broth, simultaneously enhancing the taste of meat and broth.

Then, after releasing pressure following manufacturer’s instructions, I remove the chicken and let it cool slightly so I can bone and cut it up while I quickly pressure-cook the vegetables for the brief time it takes them to turn tender.

All that remains is to adjust seasonings to taste and serve the soup. If you like, you can add some cooked rice or noo-

dles to make it a meal in a bowl.

You’ll be amazed by the results. And I predict you’ll fi nd that this easy soup helps you stay happier and healthier throughout the festive season.

CHICKEN SOUP WITH PARSNIPS, CARROTS, CELERY AND LEEKS Serves 8 1 1/2 pounds (750 g) skinless chicken thighs and legs 10 cups (2.5 L) good-quality canned low-sodium chicken broth 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more as needed Freshly ground black pepper 3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) dice 2 medium parsnips, cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) dice 2 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch (12mm) dice 1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch (12mm) dice 1 large leek, white and light green parts only, quartered lengthwise, thoroughly rinsed under cold running water, and cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) pieces 2 tablespoons mixed chopped Italian parsley, fresh chervil leaves, and chives, for garnish 4 cups (1 L) cooked white rice or small egg noodles, optional 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, for garnish In a pressure cooker, combine the chicken, broth, salt and pepper to taste.

Attach the lid and bring to full pressure; then, cook under pressure for 20 minutes.

Release the pressure. Remove the chicken thighs and legs, leaving the liquid in the pressure cooker, and set them aside on a plate or in a bowl to cool slightly.

Add the carrots, parsnips, celery, onion and leeks to the pressure cooker. Secure the lid, bring back to full pressure, then cook under pressure for 5 minutes.

When the chicken thighs and legs are just cool enough to handle, remove and discard the bones and any fat and cartilage. Cut the meat into bite-sized pieces. As soon as the vegetables are done, release the pressure, remove the lid, and stir the chicken pieces into the soup. Taste the broth and adjust the seasonings, if necessary.

If you like, divide the rice or noodles among individual heated bowls or soup plates.

Ladle the soup into the bowls or plates.

Garnish each serving with some of the mixed fresh herbs and the dill.

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