2017-03-11 - The Jackson Times

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Jax Special Ed. Budget Grows By $757K

By Jennifer Peacock of district students, JACKSON – The purchased professiontwo assistant super- al services, and exintendents presented tended school year their tentative and summer 2 017-18 CST work. budgets The tuition for special costs, going education up from and cur ricu$6,571,536 lum, technology and a l l o c a t e d fo r guidance.

2016-17 to $7,071,380 Nicole Pormilli talk- proposed for next ed about the proposed school year, does not $9.4 million special include transportaeducation budget, tion costs. while Daniel Bagins“On average, sevki walked adminis- en students move in trators and board of per year as existing education members out-of-district placethrough the different ments,” Pormilli said. cur r iculum, Bagin ksi School budget t e c h n ol o g y presentations: projected a deand guidance crease in the • March 14, 5:30 p.m., budgets. dist r ict cu rThe over- school district r iculu m and headquarters on all proposed Don Connor. i n s t r u c t i o n • A look at $9.4 million budget, from athletics, special edu$1,310,131 this busing, facilities cation budget school year to spending. is $767,055 $1, 2 8 9, 8 55 more than the allo- projected for 2017cated 2016-17 budget 18. What Baginski of $8.6 million. described as budget The latest figures by school, the budget showed 16 percent of will decrease $20,509 the more than 8,000 to $1,630,858.

Jackson Township The technology budpublic school students get for the district will are classified as spe- increase $136,365 to cial education stu- $1.4 million, which dents. While Pormilli includes service and is projecting a savings maintenance agreein supplies and “other ments, cable internet, line items,” she ex- equipment replacepects an increase in ments, and training. tuition for the 86 out (Budget - See Page 5)

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Wells Around Joint Base Still A Concern

–Photos by Jennifer Peacock Jackson residents came out to Christa McAuliffe Middle School to the JBMDL Open House to learn about Perfluorinated Compounds that impacted three wells, two in Manchester and one in Jackson.

By Jennifer Peacock Jackson Mayor Mi- attended and were able fou nd i n eve r yd ay J A C K S O N – chael Reina invited JB- to speak to military and household items such J o i n t B a s e M a g u - MDL officials to Chris- health personnel. as nonstick cookware, i r e - D i x- L a k e h u r s t ta McAuliffe Middle Of the 100 wells tested stain resistant carpet sent representatives School on February 28 thus far, three came and fabrics, and speto Jackson to discuss to share information back with elevated lev- cialized foam, which the current findings on the contamination els of the PFCs Perflu- was used on the base of contamination in and cleanup of Perflu- orooctanoic Acid and for years and which wells in municipalities orinated Compounds. Perfluorooctane Sulfa- officials said likely led around the base.

Several dozen residents nate, two compounds (Wells - See Page 4)

Dorm Ordinance Now Before Council

By Jennifer Peacock JACKSON – Two ordinances that would prohibit building schools and dormitories passed planning board muster and will proceed to a township council vote.

The Planning Board unanimously found that two ordinances –one would ban dormitories throughout the township, the other restrict public schools, workshops, warehouses, garages, and storage yards from certain zones – are consistent with the

township’s master plan and other land use laws.

The main meeting room was packed, the parking lot full, for the brief March 6 planning board meeting.

The room was absent, however, of members of the Orthodox community who fi lled that same room the week before when the township council met. No public discussion was permitted on the ordinances, as it was a board discussion item.

Residents will be able

to speak on the ordinances at the March 14 Jack son cou ncil meeting, which starts at 7:30 p.m.

Planning board vice chairman Robert Hudak spoke with The Jackson Times after the meeting adjourned.

“It is not consistent with the lifestyle and character of Jackson to have dor mitories and massive schools in town,” he said. “It’s a very rural town, and we hope to keep it that (Dorm - See Page 5)

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Wells:

Continued From Page 1 to the groundwater contamination.

The specialized foam was used since 1970 by the Air Force to extinguish petroleum fires. However, by the end of 2017, the Air Force plans to move away from using it, and will instead use a foam with even fewer Perf luorinated Compounds. A $6.2 million contract was awarded to ICL Performance Products last August for the new foam.

T he re a re no fede r al reg u lat ion s regarding PFCs: the EPA established lifetime health advisory levels of 70 parts per trillion for two of these compounds, PFOA and PFOS, individually or combined, in drinking water. “New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection have established an interim specific ground water criterion for Perf luorononanoic Acid (PFNA) of 10 ppt,” according to JBMDL literature.

All the wells that were affected were shallow, less than 100 feet down. Two of the wells were near the base in Manchester, and one in Jackson, again, by the base. The two homes in Manchester had water filtration systems installed, at the base’s cost. The home in Jackson is receiving bottled water until a permanent remedy is found, either installing the f iltration system or, if possible, hooking the home to city water.

Members are the press were not granted one-on-one interviews with military

personnel during the open house on February 28, but could ask some questions while monitored by a JBMDL public affairs official.

About $3 million has been spent on this cleanup thus far, most of that having gone to base cleanup, one official said.

Two backup wells on the base exceeded EPA health ranges; those backup wells were used for a brief time in December, and had tested below those health ranges. The wells, 5 and 9, are part of the main water system on the base and serve about 3,000 who live and work there. The wells will be kept off line until treatment systems are upgraded and more testing is completed.

The February 27 press release about these wells did not indicate what may have caused the un healthy increase between October and now.

Despite the military reaching out to homes around its perimeter in Jackson, Manchester, Pemberton and New Hanover townships, many residences have still not been tested for PFCs. The military bears all testing and mitigation costs; however, some officials speculated that homeowners may not want to have to deal with the fallout of a contaminated well, even a remedied one, should they ever sell their homes.

“As we will evaluate all of the data continuously and make decisions on expanding areas or resampling based on the data,” Chris Powell, TSgt, USAF, said after the open house.

Chef:

Continued From Page 1 delicious vendors, sharing morsels of international cuisine. The fun was part of Chef’s Night Out, an annual fundraiser for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School and its foundation.

Held in Toms River School’s Pine Belt Arena, the event was based around the fun of trying samples from dozens of local restaurants, eateries, food and beverage distributors. Offerings ranged from bitesized custom cupcakes, mini lobster rolls, tuna sushi nachos, prime rib with roasted

vegetables, sake and lemonade and shrimp Caesar salad.

Participants could cast votes for their favorites. A 50/50 raffle raised a record amount, and a gift auction also helped raise funds while gifting baskets filled with prizes.

The awards went to: Jenni Cakes, for Best Sweets.

Shore Point Deistributors, for Best Beverage.

Harrogate, for Best Presentation.

For People’s Choice, the awardees were: Martell’s Waters Edge for first place, Mulberry Street for second place and 709 bistro for third place.

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Dorm:

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When asked if the township government should reach out to the Orthodox community—they spoke out at the February 28 council meeting, saying they felt targeted and “insulted” by these ordinances – Hudak asked what other groups the township reaches out to on such issues? None.

“Everyone is afforded the same opportunities as every other taxpayer in Jackson.

I really dislike this notion of ‘us against them,’” Hudak said.

Ordinances impacting land use receive a review by the planning board before

Budget:

Continued From Page 1 The guidance budget includes salaries for summer work for guidance counselors, storage services, software training and PSAT 11 and 10 administration. That budget will decrease $20,000 from this year’s budget to $78,574.

The total amount for all the curriculum, technology and guidance budgets will

The Jackson Times, March 11, 2017, Page 5 proceeding to a council vote. The March 14 township council meeting would be the next opportunity for the council to vote on the ordinances, and hold a public hearing on them.

February 28, the council met and had a crowd of Orthodox community members speak out against the proposed ordinances at that council meeting, saying it targeted them and unfairly lumped them with overcrowding conditions in nearby Lakewood.

Other residents spoke in favor of the ordinance.

The debate would continue in the public hearing for the ordinance before the township council. For the council meeting agenda, visit jacksontwpnj.net.

increase $75,580, from $4,445,996 to $4,521,576.

The next budget presentations will cover co-curricular, athletics, facilities and transportation, and will be held on March 14 at 5:30 p.m. in the administration building, 151 Don Connor Blvd.

T h e 2 016 -17 t o t a l b u d g e t w a s $148,091,148. The district has six elementar y, two middle and two high schools.

New Buildings, Kiosks, And Restrooms For Seaside Park Boardwalk

By Chris Lundy SEASIDE PARK - New buildings, kiosks, and public restrooms are currently being built on the south end of the boardwalk, officials said.

They are scheduled to open for the summer season.

There are seven new buildings being built, Mayor Robert Matthies said. One of them will be public restrooms. The content of the other six buildings have not been finalized yet, and the borough has not received anything concrete in the way of a mercantile license.

The buildings will be built with a center walking area between them, and 15-foot-by-30foot kiosks will be in the middle, he said. The kiosks will also be on the township’s easement, which allows entry to the boardwalk.

The owner, the D’Onofrio family, told the governing body that the stores and kiosks will be the kinds of food, stores and games that would traditionally be seen on the boardwalk.

This construction is a rebuild from the fire in 2013 that destroyed much of the boardwalk.

The building containing the Sawmill suffered some damage, but survived due to a sprinkler system and because of how the wind blew.

The Sawmill will serve as an anchor for the new developments.

The portion of the boardwalk that is in Sea-

side Park is only a few blocks, from Porter to Stockton avenues. The construction going on now is on the western edge of the boardwalk to Ocean Avenue.

Before the fire, the south end of the boardwalk had a different layout than the Seaside Heights side, he said. It widened out, and walkers could go two ways. With the new layout, it will be just one walkway that will be a continuation from the Seaside Heights boardwalk.

As long as the weather is favorable, the developer hopes to have the construction completed by the end of May, he said. The borough is looking forward to getting more amenities for residents and visitors, as well as getting these buildings on the tax roll.

Meanwhile, in Seaside Heights, there will be new amusements at Casino Pier, including a new roller coaster and ferris wheel.

“I think it will have a very positive impact on summer 2017,” Seaside Heights Business Administrator Christopher Vaz said.

Regarding the new boardwalk construction in his neighbor, Seaside Park, Vaz added that he was happy to see something being constructed on the southern end. The success of the boardwalk in one town can only add to the success of the other.

–Photo by Catherine Galioto Construction on the boardwalk, at Seaside Park’s northern blocks, will include new buildings to open for May.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

FeAtuReD LetteR What Solution Does Senate Offer On Affordable Housing S-2216 legislation is a very well thought out modification of New Jersey’s Affordable Housing program for both those needing assistance and the 565 property-tax burdened municipalities.

This bill has been languishing in the Senate since May 2016.

On February 13, Senate President Sweeney and other Senators once again removed it from the agenda, refusing to take on their responsibility to address the issue that impacts every resident of NJ.

If NJ Senate President Sweeney does not wish to act on this legislation, what affordable housing plan does he have to offer to the citizens of NJ? If he has no plan, I ask him to bring Senate, No.2216 back onto the agenda for a vote!

If this bill is approved, the affordable housing program could move forward, benefiting all the citizens of NJ without significantly increasing our property tax burden.

Jim Burd Former Mayor of Hopewell Township

eDitoRiAL Is Your Voice Being Heard?

The people of Jackson, our readers, face an ever-growing number of issues that impact their day-today lives. Taxes, traffic, the environment, education.

Key issues that will impact Jackson today and for years to come.

These issues impact YOU. And no doubt you have something to say about them. So are you ensuring your voice is being heard?

And what can you do to ensure that the voice of the regular, “unconnected” citizen gets heard? Several things.

First and foremost, attend

meetings of your municipal government. The very knowledge that people are watching can help ensure that your elected officials make decisions with you in mind.

You can also write letters to the editor to papers like The Jackson Times. People closely follow their local papers – you’re reading this right now, after all – and by writing about an issue of importance, the potential exists to spark vital discussion on topics that affect your life.

Don’t allow yours to be a lone voice in the wilderness.

Make yourself heard.

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What Would Jesus (Not) Eat March 1 marks the beginning of Lent, the 40-day period preceding Easter, when many Christians abstain from animal foods in remembrance of Jesus’ 40 days of fasting in the wilderness before launching his ministry.

The call to refrain from eating animals is as old as the Bible. In Genesis 1:29, God commands humans to eat only plants; then Prophet Isaiah predicts that “none will hurt or destroy on God’s holy mountain.”

A number of Christian leaders have followed the call, including Methodist founder John Wesley, Salvation Army founders William and Cather ine Booth, Seventh-day Adventist Church founder Ellen G. White, and prominent evangelical leader Franklin Graham.

A meat-free diet is not just about Christian devotion.

Dozens of medical studies have linked consumption of animal products with elevated risk of heart failure, stroke, cancer, and other killer diseases. A United Nations report named meat production as the largest source of greenhouse gases

Letters To The Editor One proposal being conand water pollution. Under- done with no permits for cover investigations have documented farm animals being caged, crowded, mutilated, beaten, and shocked.

Lent offers a superb opportunity to honor Christ’s powerful message of compassion, but also to protect the health of our family and our planet Earth by adopting a meat-free diet.

Henry Traconi Toms River

Anything Goes Before Zoning Board It is my understanding that a township variance board’s task is to examine a development or home improvement that is being stopped by township ordnances and see if there is a hardship to the owner.

Unfortunately, in my opinion this is not the case in Toms River, where anything goes. The Town Council spends money to make ordinances to lot size and setbacks, and the variance board appears to ignore them on a regular basis.

Recently, I had the opportunity to observe the variance board in action. One case involves building of a gazebo up against the bulkhead. The project had been

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electric, construction and no piling -- all which would be required. So now the owner requested a variance.

A board member stated it was okay if none of the neighbors complained. Hello, somebody complained.

Code calls for an approximate 22-foot set back from the water. The Board was presented with photos of other gazebos up against the bulkheads. The Board again said that was okay if no one complains. In another statement by a Board member it was stated, the people should report violations. Hello, what do Code Enforcement officials do while they ride around -- do they have blinders?

What is their reason for allowing this? Higher taxes?

Is the council blind to these actions? A person who buys this property knowing the rules and then declares a hardship getting away with and bypassing laws in town, because the Board will pass just about anything.

Capt. Robert M. Silva Toms River

sidered is to keep the ban on pre-existing condition discrimination only if a person maintains continuous coverage. But if a cancer patient can’t work or loses his/her job and experiences a gap in coverage, that could potentially lock him/her out of the insurance market indefinitely. Just like what happened before the ACA. Cancer patients can’t face the possibility of not being able to purchase coverage.

Let’s not play politics with people’s health. I’m asking Congress to compromise on improvements to the existing law. Don’t eliminate what’s working and send us back to uncertainty without assurances that access to coverage will be as good or better than what we have now.

Kim Callis Volunteer, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Lanoka Harbor

We Can’t Go Back

You heard the old song “There’s Trouble In River Cit y?” Well, there’s trouble in Leisure Village West.

The cur rent board of trustees think that the village is their private play area where they can do what they want to do with our money.

They did both bathrooms and then one of the big halls over. Then they told us that plastic fences were being installed throughout the village.

W hen we asked why do they need it, we were told because they want it.

When we object, we were told we’re doing it our way.

It is time these current board members quit the board now.

Edward Doherty Manchester

Before the Affordable Care Act (ACA), accessing health coverage could be like playing Russian roulette for cancer patients. Insurance companies could cancel a patient’s existing coverage when they get sick, or deny coverage in the first place because of a pre-existing condition. If you reached a lifetime or annual limit, your care could be cut off.

Yes, the ACA needs improvements. But changing the law in such a way that eliminates critical patient protections and reduces access to affordable and adequate coverage would be devastating to the millions of cancer patients who rely on it. We simply can’t afford to go back.

Trouble In Leisure Village West

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

Plans Advance To Study Traffic In Northern Ocean County

Freeholder Forum

by Freeholder John P. Kelly TOMS RIVER – With the completion of the Route 9 corridor study and an i ncrease i n popu lat ion g row th, Ocean Cou nt y is undertaking a study to review potential county road net work improvements in the northern area of the county.

“We have had some initial meetings with representatives from Lakewood and Jackson townships,” said Ocean County Freeholder John P. Kelly, Director of Law and Public Safety.

“Today we are ready to bring on a consultant to per for m the st udy that will provide us with both

short term and long term recommendations.”

The recommendations will be used to upgrade Ocean County’s countywide transportation model which was last updated in 2013.

“This is an important tool to help us with future planning when it comes to the county road network,” said Kelly, who is also liaison to the Ocean County Engineering Department.

After reviewing several proposals, Ocean County is expected to choose Stantec Consulting Services with offices in Wall Township to oversee the

study.

“Picking a consultant is key to getting this work under way,” Kelly said.

The st udy will focus on the traffic network in the northern area of the county.

“It’s been determined that an update to the transportation model for the northern municipalities is warranted to ref lect new growth patterns,” Kelly said. “This update will be used by the county to update our long term capital improvement program.”

In addition to reviewing all traffic county data currently available from the county, the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority and the state Department of Transportation, the consultant also will look at socioeconomic data, zoning information, plan ned developments, approved developments,

and certificates of occupancy.

“This will be a comprehensive study that add r e s s e s g r ow t h i n t he nor ther n section of the county and how it impacts the county road network,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. “We need to make certain we do whatever we can to provide the best road network possible for motorists and pedestrians.”

A timeline for the study is expected to be established during the county’s f i r st meet i ng w it h t he consultant.

However, the consultant is expected to begin traffic counts by April.

“Once all this is comple t e d we w i l l h ave a comprehensive look of not just current conditions but cu r rent a nd f ut u re growth patterns,” Kelly

said. “ T h is w i l l al low us to determine our best course of future action.”

The consultant will develop forecasts for years 2025 and 2040 based on t he t r af f ic cou nt s, t he Route 9 cor ridor st udy and the updated data collected.

“The study will result in a comprehensive report including a list of action items outlining transportation hot spots,” Kelly said. “The list will be divided into short-term and long-term transportation improvements that will improve the operation of Ocean County’s transportation network within the project townships.”

Kelly noted that while the study is going on the county will continue to implement improvements in the county’s road network.

“This study will help in long range planning,” Kel-

Clifton/Rible Measure Shields First Responders Who Save Overdose Victims Capitol Comments Assemblyman Rob Clifton 12th Legislative District, Serving Jackson

TR ENTON – An Assembly panel advanced Assemblymen Rob Clifton and Dave Rible’s bill

protecting the lives and well-being of police officers and emergency medical personnel who save the

lives of overdose victims.

The bill (A3104), approved by a 9-0 vote in the Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee, requires drug users who were revived with Narcan or a similar opioid antidote to undergo blood testing for infectious disease if an officer or fi rst responder was exposed to bodily fluid.

“Emergency workers who

are exposed have a right to know if their patient is carrying a disease. It is unthinkable to ask a life-saving responder to live with uncertainty about their own health,” said Clifton (R— Ocean). “This bill will give our police and ambulance workers the peace of mind and certainty they deserve.”

Narcan has been administered more than 18,000

times in the state since 2014.

“When the drug is administered and during the resuscitation of a victim, contact with blood or digestive liquids is a common occurrence,” said Clifton, who introduced the bill after a police officer was exposed when he administered Narcan to save an overdose victim.

ly said. “In the meantime, the county continues to do infrastructure projects that improve our roads.”

For example, Kelly noted that the count y recently we nt out t o bid for two new traffic signals in Lakewood.

The new signals will be constructed at two intersections that currently do not have traffic signals.

The intersections are at New Hampshire Avenue and America Avenue and Cedar Bridge Avenue and Avenue of the States.

Besides providing for vehicular coordination at these intersections, the i nter sect ions w ill also have full pedestrian accommodations. Construction on the new signals is expected to take place this summer.

“The new signals will help improve traffic f low and safety,” Kelly said.

“Without judgment or hesitation, rescuers place themselves at risk to save lives. They deserve the assurance a blood test can provide,” said Rible (R— Monmouth). “In the event of a positive result and risk of transmission, the police officer or emergency responder will benefit from immediate evaluation and treatment.”

Dancer Introduces Measure Keeping Sexual Predators Confined Before Trial Capitol Comments Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer 12th Legislative District, Serving Jackson

TRENTON – Suspects of s e x c r i m e s a g a i n s t children will be kept in jail while waiting for trial under a bill introduced

by A s s e m bly m a n Ro n Dancer. The bill (A4637) amends the new bail reform law, allowing courts

to order the pretrial release of some defendants.

“The decision to hold a suspect should be based on the danger to the publ ic a nd t he possibil it y that more children may b e v i c t i m i z e d ,” s a i d Dancer (R—Ocean). “In

the case of sexual attacks on children, it is imperat ive t h at we exe rcise extreme caution. For the sake of potential victims, it makes sense to keep attackers off the streets until the case is decided by the courts.”

Dancer’s measure increases the likelihood a charged suspect would remain held by authorities, and creates an option under the bail reform law for prosecutor s to argue for pretrial detention.

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Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

“Celebrity” Event A Fundraiser For Caregiver Volunteers

OCEAN COUNTY – Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey (CVCJ) is hosting Dancing with Their Stars, a two-hour event including a hot buffet, a wine and beer open bar, a DJ, dancing, and a 90-second competition for the 2017 CVCJ’s Dancing with Their Stars Mirror Ball trophy, on June 3 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Eagle Ridge Golf Club, 2 Augusta Drive.

All proceeds will benefit CVCJ’s mission of providing assistance to the elderly to enable them to live independently.

Anyone interested in this competition should contact Linda Conroy at 732-5052273, ext. 203 or email lindac@caregivervolunteers.org for more information about participation.

To give each couple a leg up, CVCJ will arrange three free dance lessons if desired. A panel of judges, including 2017

American Idol finalist and singer Jax, will determine the winning couple. Another award —the People’s Choice—will be given to the couple with the most online votes made on the CVCJ’s website. Each online vote requires a donation.

Each couple is also encouraged to raise a $2,500 through online voting, sponsorships, and ticket sales, among others, which will directly benefit CVCJ’s mission.

CVCJ is a nonprofit interfaith agency serving 23 municipalities in Ocean County and parts of Monmouth County. All assistance is provided completely free of charge. CVCJ relies on donations to continue its mission, which is to assist the frail and homebound elderly with everyday tasks enabling them to remain independent in their own homes.

ROTC Announces Annual Tricky-Tray Gift Auction Fundraiser

JACKSON – The Jackson Township 782nd Air Force Junior ROTC announced it will hold their annual Tricky-Tray Gift Auction on March 18 at the Jackson Memorial High School Clayton Cafeteria, 101 Don Connor Blvd.

The proceeds raised will help towards financing college scholarship programs, equipping their drill, color guard, and academic teams, as well as supporting after school activities and trips.

Doors open at 4 p.m.

Refreshments will be available.

Tickets are $10 each. Seating is limited. Visitors must be at least 18 years old to attend.

For tickets, send a check payable to Jackson Memorial High School for $10 per ticket along with a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Air Force Junior ROTC, Jackson Memorial High School, 101 Don Connor Blvd., Jackson NJ 08527, Attn: Tricky Tray Tickets.

Questions can be directed to Major Michael Macagnone at 732-833-4642.

JSAC Upcoming Fundraisers

BRICK – Jersey Shore Animal Center is pairing up with My Creative Canvas and having a Paint & Sip Fundraiser at the American Legion on Mantoloking Road in Brick on April 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Guests will have their choice of two designs, ‘Best Friends’ and/or ‘Anchor in the sand.’

BYOB and snacks at an additional cost. First come first serve seating. Limited seating is available.

Go to jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org/upcom-

ing-events or call Katie at 732-920-1600, ext.

207 for tickets or for more information before April 21.

The center will also have a bus trip to Atlantic City’s Tropicana on April 30.

Tickets are $30 per person with $25 in slot play.

Pick up and drop off location will be at the Laurel Square (Kmart plaza) in Brick; arrive at 9:45 a.m. and the bus will return at 6 p.m.

For tickets, visit JSAC at 185 Brick Blvd.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

ALLAIRE – The St. Patrick’s Day Celebration is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 12 at Alliare Village.

Tensions are rising in Allaire Village as the Celebration of St. Patrick’s Day approaches. The Irish immigrants are facing opposition from the other workers. The English and French workers don’t appreciate that only the Irish were given the day free from work. There will be a special reen-

actment in the Chapel at noon and 2 p.m.

The Historic Village at Allaire, the nonprofit living history museum receives no funding from the State of New Jersey and so relies on donations, admissions, and purchases made at the General Store and Bakery to continue teaching the public about life in New Jersey in 1836.

The village is located at 4263 Atlantic Ave.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Clerk Scott M. Colabella provides a newsletter with updates on his office and happenings around the county.

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CareOne Event Raises $1.3 Million For Make-A-Wish New Jersey

JACKSON – CareOne, a leading family-owned healthcare company with a facility in Jackson, hosted the 200 Wishes fundraiser on February 26 at the Prudential Center in Newark, which raised $1.3 million to support Make-A-Wish New Jersey.

Spearheaded by CEO Daniel E. Straus and Executive Vice President Elizabeth Straus, the family-oriented event attracted more than 1,000 attendees to the Prudential Center, which was transformed into a candy wonderland for the day.

Make-A-Wish New Jersey grants wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions throughout New Jersey. The average cost of a wish is $10,000.

“This afternoon was an amazing demonstration of the power of giving, caring and hope,” said CareOne CEO Daniel E. Straus. “CareOne is a company that not only believes but acts on those values for the benefit of the larger community. We are so proud and delighted to partner with Make-A-Wish New Jersey and thereby provide the single largest corporate gift in their chapter’s history.”

As New Jersey’s largest privately-owned postacute and long-term care provider, and one of the largest privately-owned health care companies in the United States, CareOne’s commitment to quality care is embodied by employees throughout the organization. Each year, CareOne selects a charitable organization to support, with past initiatives raising more than $5 million in funds for organizations including: Superstorm Sandy relief efforts, Boston’s One Fund, The Valerie Fund Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

“I am extremely pleased but not at all surprised that our organization, CareOne, has raised so much money for Make-A-Wish New Jersey,” said CareOne Executive Vice President Elizabeth Straus. “It is truly reflective of the power of our team and our culture of caring. Every day our employees care for thousands of patients and their families – we are so proud that their caring extends beyond the walls of our care centers into the community.”

All proceeds raised through CareOne’s 200 Wishes campaign directly support Make-A-Wish New Jersey’s mission to grant wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.

“What we witnessed today at the Prudential Center presented by our friends at CareOne, is simply unprecedented in our 34-year history,” said President

and CEO of Make-A-Wish New Jersey Tom Weatherall. “They created a memorable day of fun and joy and lots of laughs for more than 100 wish families.

In addition, CareOne presented us with the largest corporate gift in a single day event in our history. We truly appreciate the generosity of Daniel E. Straus and Elizabeth Straus and the Prudential Center for providing the space to host this unforgettable event.”

The event included ice skating on the New Jersey Devils’ ice rink, carnival games and prizes, BuildA-Bear Workshop experience, Dylan’s Candy Bar, Disney characters, and special guest appearances

by Olympic Medalist and member of the upcoming season of Dancing With The Stars Nancy Kerrigan and other world-champion skaters, New Jersey Devils’ Cory Schneider and alumnus Ken Daneyko and Miss New Jersey Brittany Hansen.

“The Devils and Prudential Center are so honored to participate in this monumental fundraising event,” said Chief Revenue Officer at Prudential Center and New Jersey Devils Adam Davis. “This is an incredible opportunity for our organization to participate in an amazing event that helps make wishes come true for children facing difficulties and their families.”

–Photo courtesy CareOne Adam Davis of the Devils management, Corey Schneider of the Devils, Daniel and Elizabeth Strauss, Make-A-Wish NJ Ceo Tom Weatherall and Nancy Kerrigan pose with a $1.3 million check.

Ice skating on the New Jersey Devils’ ice rink with special appearance by Olympic Medalist Nancy Kerrigan.

The Prudential Center was transformed into a candy wonderland for the day.

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TOMS RIGER – Opening Day for the Lakewood BlueClaws is April 13. What does this mean? It means 2017 Scout Nights are right around the corner.

The 2017 Scout Patch design contest is officially underway. Between now and March 31 Scouts may take the attached document and design a patch that will be given out on all Scout Nights. All entries must be received by

5 p.m. on March 31. A winner will be selected on April 3.

In order for the Scout to be eligible to win, the pack or troop he or she is a part of must have booked and paid a deposit on their 2017 outing by March 31.

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POINT PLEASANT – The Ashley Lauren Foundation Theatre Ensemble, the theatrical arm of The Ashley Lauren Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing hope and help to children throughout New Jersey who suffer from cancer through financial, material and emotional support, will be holding auditions for the Broadway Musical “Hairspray” at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Route 88.

Performances will be held at The Strand Theater in Lakewood on July 14, 15 and 16.

The Ashley Lauren Foundation Theatre Ensemble was recently named the winner of the Engage Toms River Giving Tuesday Theater Group Challenge Adjudicator’s Choice Award for their musical comedy performance of Shrek, the Musical. They were judged by two professional adjudicators, Tony Petito and Carlyle Owens. The audience had one-third of the vote, and their applause

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Blood Drive At Six Flags Great Adventure

JACKSON – The Central Jersey Blood Center will host a blood drive on May 7 in Six Flags Great Adventure’s employment center parking lot from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Each donor will receive one theme park ticket valid for Six Flags Great Adventure.

To access the employment center, drive a quarter mile past the park’s main entrance on Route 537 West. Make a left into the park’s service entrance.

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21st Annual Bike Tour

TOMS RIVER – Harbor House will have its 21st annual bike tour June 23 through 25.

The annual bike tour is a 3-day ride departing from Toms River, going to Princeton, through the Sourlands Mountain area, and ending back at Harbor House in Toms River on day 3.

All 3-day ride participants (riders & SAG Team) are required to raise a minimum of $750 in support of the kids in crisis at Harbor House.

Participants can also join the ride for one day (Sunday only) or two days (Saturday and Sunday only). For one day riders, the minimum fundraising amount is $250. For two day riders, the minimum fundraising amount is $500.

The tour will average 75 miles per day.

The price is $100 ride fee plus $6 sign-up fee. Registration ends June 13.

For more information, contact Jhanna at 732-929-0096, ext. 205 or visit oceansharbor house.org/event/annual-bike-ride/.

Local Jackson Students Named To Dean’s List at Loyola University

Two students from Jackson Township were named to the fall 2016 Dean’s List at Loyola University in Maryland. Students must meet a minimum quality point average of 3.5 for a 15 credit term in order to achieve Dean’s List status.

The students are Jorden Barrett and Melanie Bennett, Class of 2017.

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Saint John Vianney High School Dual Admissions Agreement Widens Degree, Scholarship Offerings LAKEWOOD – Georgian Court University is making it easier—and more affordable—for students at Saint John Vianney High School to take their education to the next level by graduating from SJV’s Early College Academy with an associate degree from Brookdale Community College and then earning their bachelor’s degree and M.B.A. from GCU within four years. This new guaranteed admissions agreement and the Early College Academy to M.B.A. (ECA to M.B.A.) program, which goes into effect fall 2017, offers SJVHS students a seamless transition from high school and transfer to Georgian Court.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for our young people and the only program of its kind in New Jersey,” SJVHS President Joseph Deroba said. “It represents the epitome of what two Catholic educational institutions, working together, can accomplish for the welfare of students, families, and the church.”

Getting a Head Start on Higher Education In addition to ensuring access to a quality education, both institutions are equally concerned about making sure students graduate.

“Both the guaranteed admissions agreement and the Early College Academy to Master of Business Administration agreement directly benefit SJVHS students who are looking to continue their education by providing seamless admissions and financial aid processes, early academic advising, and increased scholarships,” explains Justin G. Roy, GCU dean of admissions.

“The ECA to M.B.A. program is a unique opportunity for us to help students who want to save money and who want to get two de-

grees in the span of four years,” he said. “We want to provide them with a great Catholic education that both maximizes their money and their time.”

GCU’s guaranteed admissions agreement and ECA to M.B.A. program are part of a range of efforts and initiatives to improve student retention and increase the field of college graduates. The collaboration with Saint John Vianney is just one of many high school partnerships that GCU offers.

“We are very concerned about students completing college in a timely manner, and reducing any debt they may have,” said GCU President Joseph R. Marbach, Ph.D. “With this partnership, it will be great for them to get their degrees in New Jersey and keep their talent in New Jersey.”

The program, announced at the McAuley Heritage Center on Georgian Court University’s Lakewood campus, allows SJVHS graduates looking to get the most out of their education in such a way that they can earn— for the first time—undergraduate and graduate degrees within four years at the Lakewood campus. GCU is currently taking applications.

Focusing on Accessibility, Affordability The agreements signed by GCU President Marbach and SJVHS president deroba reflect their shared commitment to providing meaningful, viable options for those pursuing higher education.

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Make It! Crafts For Adults

JACKSON – Join the maker movement. Visit the Jackson branch library for four maker/ craft programs just for adults 18 and older.

Art of Pysanky: Ukrainian Eggs, presented by local artist Jenny Santa Maria, March 15 from 6 to 9 p.m. Make a beautifully designed egg using traditional materials and the traditional wax-resist batik method. Attendees must bring a smock and egg carton. Registration is only in-person. Tickets are required for admittance.

Make it! Aromatherapy Heating Pads, March 24 at 11 a.m. Age 18 and older. Relax tired sore muscles by making an aromatic heating pad. Seats are limited. Registration is open.

Call 732-928-4400 to register or register online at tinyurl.com/aromatic-heating-pad.

Make it! Flower Décor, March 24 at 2 p.m.

Make 3-D flowers to decorate the home. Seats limited. Registration is open. Call 732-9284400 to register or register online at tinyurl. com/3dflowers.

Another egg decorating event is scheduled, Art of Pysanky: Ukrainian Eggs, presented by local artist Jenny Santa Maria, April 1at 1 to 4 p.m.

Make a beautifully designed egg using traditional materials and the traditional wax-resist batik method. Attendees must bring a smock and egg carton. Registration is only in-person. Tickets are required for admittance. To obtain a “free” ticket, visit the library starting on March 16.

For more information, call the Jackson Branch library at 732-928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

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JACKSON – The Jackson Township School District Special Education Advisory Council will host a free session to help families navigate the children’s system of care.

The session will be on March 13 at 6:30 p.m. at Jackson Liberty High School, 125 North Hope Chapel Road.

Families will learn the first steps in receiving support from the Division of Children and Families and the Children’s System of Care.

A representative from each agency will be

available for questions.

Ocean County system partners are the Ocean Partnership for Children, Children’s Mobile Response and Stabilization Services, Psychiatric Emergency Screening Services, Traumatic Loss Coalition, Family Crisis Intervention Unit and Ocean’s Harbor House.

For more information, please call the Jackson Special Education Office at 732-8334657 or email Zinke McGeady at zinkem@ vianj.org.

Allaire Opening Weekend

ALLAIRE – The historic buildings and craft shops at Allaire open for the season on April 1. Now every Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. the historic buildings will be open for tours.

The General Store and Bakery will now be open every weekend from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Historic Village at Allaire, the nonprofit living history museum receives no funding from the State of New Jersey and so relies on donations, admissions, and purchases made at the General Store and Bakery to continue teaching the public about life in New Jersey in 1836.

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With 7 out of 10 people experiencing low back pain at some point in their lives and low back pain being one of the most common reasons for patient visits to primary care physicians as well as hospitalization, there is no doubt that low back pain exists in epidemic proportions today. Spinal decompression therapy can be used to treat disc bulges and herniations, disc degeneration, sciatica, spinal stenosis, arthritis, facet syndrome and chronic back pain in the low back.

Our Vax-D Spinal decompression system is FDA cleared, and has been statistically proven to relieve the pain associated with disc degeneration, herniated discs, facet syndrome and sciatica. Surgical decompression may be warranted for candidates who fail a conservative trial of Vax-D treatment.

If you have back and/or neck pain, you may be a candidate for one of our programs. At our office we will give you an honest and fair assessment of your condition and whether or not we can help you.

“Did you know that 30 million Americans suffer from back pain every day? We are the doctors of Northeast Spine and Sports Medicine, and if you suffer with lower back or leg pain, we invite you to try Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression. This pain affects everything that you do, from work to play, and ultimately your quality of life.

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Vax-D Spinal Decompression Allows Back Pain to Heal…NATURALLY Many back pain conditions that we see can be helped by our state of the art Vax-D decompression table. Decompression relieves pressure that builds up on the discs and nerves. The task of relieving pain comes about as a result of drawing the leaking gel of a herniated disc back into place. Decompression achieves this by creating negative pressure within the disc, referred to as negative intra-discal pressure. This creates essentially a vacuum to draw the bulging and herniated disc material back into the disc space and relieves pressure. This process of non-surgical decompression allows the body to heal itself naturally. Vax-D decompression tables have been successfully operating for over 15 years throughout the world and more than 3,000 patients a day receive this treatment in the U.S. alone. Vax-D is one of the FDAcleared technologies available at Northeast Spine and

“We are so confident that you will find healing and relief at our office, we will personally evaluate your condition and determine if we can help you. It’s that simple! We have opened our schedule to accept new patients, but due to demand, we are only extending this offer to the first 30 callers. Time slots fill quickly, so call today to secure your appointment.”

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H eRe ’ s t o Y ouR H eAltH Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

Affiliated Foot & Ankle Center is proud to announce the opening of an additional office in Jackson, N.J. We will be located at Meridian Health Village, in addition to our Howell location. Offering Monday hours beginning on April 3, 2017.

If this location is more convenient for any of our new or existing patients, please do not hesitate to call us at 732-987-5552 or 732-905-1110.

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Stay On Top Of Your Hearing Health Let’s talk about balance.

According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately 40 percent of the United States population reports experiencing vertigo at least once in their lifetime. The prevalence increases in females and with age. While vertigo itself is benign, its symptoms and underlying causes pose a threat to the well-being of those affected.

In mild cases, it can lead to: fatigue; struggle with work; depression.

In severe cases, it can result in: difficulty walking; difficulty standing; sudden falls and injury.

Most forms of vertigo are treatable when accurately diagnosed by a hearing health care specialist. Methods of relief are available in many forms that can help alleviate the spinning, tilting, nausea, and headaches that plague otherwise healthy individuals and can help them lead a normal life.

Protecting From and Preventing Hearing Loss Age-related hearing loss is one of the most common factors in hearing loss next

to NIHL. Age-related hearing loss causes changes in the inner ear that happen as you get older and cause a slow but steady hearing loss. The loss may be mild or severe, and it is always permanent. The attention that a woman pays to her hearing health and protection habits should be increased.

Ways to protect your hearing at any age: musician earplugs; custom earpieces; foam earplugs; earmuffs; hunting protection.

Education and awareness A general rule of thumb is if you have to raise your voice to be heard over the music/noise, it is too loud. According to the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, noises above 85 dB can cause hearing damage (which is as loud as a bulldozer).

The decision to better your hearing is life changing, but you don’t have to change your life to do it. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms and need guidance or relief, or if you would simply like to know more about what to prepare for during your various ages and stages, call Dr.Izzy and his Staff at 732-818-3610.

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Check It. Change It. Control It. NEW JERSEY – One in three Americ a n a d u lt s — o r n e a rly 8 0 m i l l io n people — have h ig h blood pressu re, also known as hypertension. Research shows that high blood pressure is a cont r ibuti ng factor to major health conditions, including hear t at tacks, heart failure, stroke and kidney failure.

According to the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, nearly 46 percent of those with high blood pressure are not controlled.

Yet, high blood pressure can often be controlled under the supervision of a doctor with lifestyle changes and if necessary, medication.

Check. Change. Control. is an online prog ram that empowers people to lear n about, monitor and manage blood pressu re th rough a combination of resources. The hy per tension management program utilizes blood pressure self-monitoring to encourage participants to take ownership of their cardiovascular health. The program is available to anyone interested in maintaining or controlling a healthy blood pressure level.

“Nationwide, only about half of those

with high blood pressure are achieving the recommended blood pressure reading of below 140/90 mm Hg,” said Charisse Fizer, RN, MSN, member of the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association Board of Directors of South-Central New Jersey.

“Improving that rate will save many more lives. Even a 10 percent increase in the number of people treated for hyper tension would lead to the prevention of an additional 14,000 deaths each year.”

The American Heart Association is urging the public to track its numbers, but is also urging medical practices and health service organizations to prioritize blood pressure control.

Target: BP is a program that supports physicians and care teams by offering the latest tools, research and resources to reach and sustain blood pressure goal rates of less than 140/90 mmHG within the patient populations they serve.

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

I can spot a smoker or a sunbather really fast because they look older than they should from the free radical damage. Maybe you thought beauty is only skin deep, but it’s not. A radiant youthful-looking face is actually an inside job. It helps to drink fresh water, exercise regularly and eat healthy foods to get the nutrients which provide the building blocks of healthy skin. Your gut and liver enzymes (glutathione and catalase) must remove toxins and free radicals every second of the day otherwise the junk inside your cell damages your skin.

I’ve tried various supplements over the years (on and off) to keep my skin looking as good as it can. At 52, some level of aging is inevitable but it’s amazing what your face can look like if you neutralize free radicals before they age you and use high-quality skin care products. Here are some of my favorite skin-loving herbs and nutrients: Milk thistle. It’s a food, but also a supplement. Your liver processes everything that goes in your mouth, including alcohol, prescription medications, pesticides, preservatives, additives and artificial colors.

Your liver detoxifies everything your body doesn’t need. This reminds me of that episode on “I Love Lucy” where she’s struggling to keep up with the conveyor belt of chocolates coming down the line! When your liver falls behind on its job, poisons come out through your skin causing rashes, and itchiness. You’ll age faster. Avoid milk thistle if you’re allergic to ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds or daisies.

Collagen. Collagen is a natural component of skin that declines as you age, resulting in thinner, less elastic, more saggy skin. Two 2014 studies found that oral supplementation with this may improve skin elasticity and diminish wrinkles.

Silica. This makes hot springs pretty and blue in color. Silica is a trace mineral that helps soothe psoriasis, eczema and rashes when applied topically. Taken internally, silica helps you make collagen naturally, strengthening your nails.

Vitamin E. You may think of rubbing vitamin E oil directly on your skin to prevent scars, but taken orally, vitamin E is a powerful cellular antioxidant, which means it gobbles up free radicals that could otherwise potentially damage your skin cells and lead to premature aging.

Zinc. It’s not just for your prostate, or for colds! This mineral reduces skin inflammation and irritation, whether that’s associated with acne, pimples, or rashes.

It also plays a role in managing the production and turnover of skin cells. When I worked in nursing homes with residents who had painful diabetes-related wounds, or decubitis ulcers, we always put them on zinc and vitamin C. Be careful with zinc, don’t take too much. In fact avoid it if you take ginkgo biloba, ibuprofen or warfarin because it slightly increases risk of bleeding. If you’d like to read the longer version of this article, it’s available at my website, suzycohen.com. Please make sure to ask your doctor if these supplements are right for you.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2017 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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County Tax Rate Might See Small Decrease

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY - Spending is up, but so is the number of new homes to share in the tax burden, so the county’s tax rate will likely go down 1/10 of a cent for 2017.

The $407,919,144 budget was introduced by the Ocean County Freeholders.

It includes an increase of about $7.9 million. The tax rate will go down from 35.3 cents per $100 of assessed valuation to 35.2 cents.

“Now, this is not a big amount, and nothing to gloat about, but it is a move down, a move in the right direction,” said Freeholder John Bartlett.

The tax base is still down $12 billion from 2008 levels, according to county f igures. Tax valuation measures the entire assessments of all property in the county. This figure is up 2.78 percent, from $94.5 billion in 2016 to $97.1 billion in 2017. Some of this is replacement construction from Superstorm Sandy.

Some of it is new construction. It will help the county’s tax revenue to increase by 8.3 million. So, the new tax revenue is greater than the spending increase, and therefore the tax rate goes down.

What’s in the budget There were no big ticket items in this year’s budget, Bartlett said. The main costs come from inf lation.

Most departments remained at or below a 2 percent increase. Two departments that fell out of that were the prosecutor’s

office and engineering.

Between bail reform, which has increased the hours of off icials in the prosecutor’s office, and the drug epidemic, that department needed more funding, he said. The prosecutor’s office increased by 3.2 percent, or about $500,000.

T he eng i neer i ng de pa r t ment saw increases due to the increased construction in the northern section of the county, he said.

The proposed budget includes 2 percent increases in the county’s contributions to Ocean County College and the Ocean County Vocational Technical School system. The college’s appropriation will be $15.2 million, up $297,000 and the vo-tech will receive $18.3 million, up $358,293.

In addition, about $25 million will be appropriated to maintain the county’s infrastructure.

“We build a budget the opposite way of most governments,” Bartlett said.

“Most look at what they need and then raise taxes to get there. The county asks “What are our resources? What do we have to spend? What’s the tax rate ought to be?” Then, we take a prudent amount from sur plus. Then, the depar tment heads are given a number that they have to work within.”

It was a “model budget,” providing the things people want, while still seeing a reduction, he said.

Surplus and bonding Bartlett said the County’s surplus in 2017 is $51.7 million. The proposed budget includes $20.2 million from surplus.

The county’s major capital projects continue to be bonded over the course of decades. The county borrows $2530 million a year, and pays off $25-30 million in bonds every year, he said.

However, why bother borrowing when there’s money in the bank? Why pay interest on loans? “You use an amount of surplus that operations can replenish in a year,” he said. “You have to be judicious in your use of surplus. Once you spend it, it’s gone.”

Part of the surplus consideration came from bond ratings. The county has a Aaa bond rating. This is a standard set

by Moody’s, an independent company that rates financial markets. The rating determines what kind of risks investors have. The county’s rating, Aaa, is the highest, which means that investors have very little risk investing in Ocean County. The benefit for investors is that they know they will get their money back. The benefit for the county is lower interest payments. In order to keep this rating, one thing the county has to do is keep surplus equal to at least 10 percent of the total budget.

“If you took more than you replace,” eventually you would have to raise taxes, he said. It allows the tax rate to be more stable, instead of dropping it one

year and raising it the next. “We are not going to have a roller coaster rate.”

The other philosophy has to do with how long it takes bonds to pay off. It has to be for something that will be used for about as long as it takes to pay off.

Road projects, for example, are useful for years.

“It only makes sense that the future help pay for it,” he said.

“If you paid cash, you would have to raise that money or you r u n out of surplus. It’s a foolish way to run a government,” he said. “I don’t like personal debt, but public debt is different.”

In related news, the tax rates for the Ocean County Library and the Health Department will be f lat in 2017.

The public hearing and adoption is expected at the meeting held at 4 p.m. on April 5.

–Photo by Chris Lundy Freeholders gathered at their workshop meeting to discuss the 2017 county budget.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Ocean County 2017 Gala “Mentoring Works”

OCEAN COUNTY – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County will hold their Annual Gala on March 25 from 6. to 11 p.m., at Eagle Ridge Golf Club, 2 Augusta Blvd. in Lakewood.

Tickets are $150 per person. The event includes an open bar, silent auction, 50/50

and music by Kindred Spirits.

The evening’s award recipients include Dawn Gluck & Big Friends of Littles, scheduled to receive the President’s Award, and Robin Manno & Nerium International, scheduled to receive the Corporate Partner Award. Jerry Bove, LaBove Grande’, will

be honored with the Community Partner Award and Katherine Durante, will receive the Dr. Kenneth M. Kerr Humanitarian Award. BBBSOC will also recognize the Agency’s Big Brother and Big Sister of the year for their outstanding commitment to their Littles and for their support of Big

Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County provides life changing mentoring programs to more than 500 children throughout Ocean County. For those children that participate in the program the impact is significant.

Through one-to-one mentoring, BBBSOC builds a foundation for the futures of these children and of our community.

CEO Sue Sedivec said, “This year’s honorees have demonstrated sincere dedication and commitment to our agency and to the children that we serve helping us to change children’s lives for the better, forever. We are very pleased to be able to honor Dawn Gluck and Big Friends of Littles committee, Robin Manno and Nerium International, Jerry Bove of LaBove Grande`, Katherine Durante and our Big Brother and Big Sister of the Year, for their continued of support.

This is a very special year for us at BBBSOC we are celebrating our 20th Anniversary, 20 years of serving the children in Ocean County.”

For more information, call 732-505-3400 or visit bbbsoc.org.

Grunin Center Features Salute To Broadway’s Kander & Ebb

OCEAN COUNTY – The family-friendly show American Showstoppers: An Evening of Kander & Ebb with The Fred Barton Orchestra closes out the musical theatre category at The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts on March 16 at 7:30 p.m. This exciting performance takes place on the Grunin Center Main Stage, Ocean County College, Main Campus, College Drive.

American Showstoppers: An Evening of Kander & Ebb features the 14-piece Fred Barton Orchestra along with today’s illustrious Broadway performers. The show is devoted to the great songs of the Golden Age of Broadway – and there is no greater subject for this series than the songwriting team of Kander & Ebb. Cabaret and Chicago are the two most famous landmark Kander & Ebb shows, with the revival of the latter now the longest-running American musical in history. This Tony Award winning team also gave the world the cult classics such as Kiss of the Spider Woman and Steel Pier.

Fred Barton’s American Showstoppers: An Evening of Kander & Ebb will feature two dozen exceptional performances, from the well-known, brassy smash hits, to the haunting ballads, to their most creative special material songs.

Concert tickets are $35 to $33 (orchestra/ mezzanine). Dinner and show tickets are $55 with dinner provided by Tuscan Bistro. Call for time, location, and details.

For concert tickets, call the Grunin Center Box Office, 732-255-0500 or visit grunincenter.org.

For information on dinner/show, call the Box Office.

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“Celebrity” Event A Fundraiser For Caregiver Volunteers

OCEAN COUNTY – Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey (CVCJ) is hosting Dancing with Their Stars, a two-hour event including a hot buffet, a wine and beer open bar, a DJ, dancing, and a 90-second competition for the 2017 CVCJ’s Dancing with Their Stars Mirror Ball trophy, on June 3 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Eagle Ridge Golf Club, 2 Augusta Drive.

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mission of providing assistance to the elderly to enable them to live independently.

Anyone interested in this competition should contact Linda Conroy at 732505-2273, ext. 203 or email lindac@ caregivervolunteers.org for more information about participation.

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2 Marinara brand 3 Singer whose last name is Pig Latin for a slang word for “money” 4 Workshop gadget 5 Derby or boater 6 Huge success 7 Toyota Center team 8 Laudatory verses 9 Tighten, as laces 10 Kept quiet 11 Paradises 13 Really bad 14 Activity for some ex-presidents 16 Good buys 20 Get rid of 23 Appears unexpectedly, and a hint to this puzzle’s circles 25 Knocked out 26 “Tootsie” actress 28 Co-producer of the

art rock album “High Life” 30 Little, in Marseille 34 London locale that’s a music industry eponym 35 “America’s Got Talent” judge Heidi 36 Deep desires 38 Lust, e.g.

40 Weigh station unit 43 Praises 45 Pick out of a crowd 50 Spanish appetizers 51 Actress Scacchi 52 Birthplace of the violin 54 Peninsular capital 56 Icy Hot target 58 Supermodel Sastre 59 Longtime teammate of Derek 60 Nobel Peace Center locale 61 From Green Bay to St. Paul 63 Often rolled-over item

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Switchback Performs Celtic/Americana Music At Grunin Center

OCEAN COUNTY – Eclectic Celtic/ Americana duo Switchback performs on March 23 at 7:30 p.m., Main Stage, Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, Ocean County College Main Campus, College Drive.

Tickets are on sale now, for $20 and $25.

Switchback is the award-winning duo of Brian FitzGerald and Martin McCormack

that draws on traditional Celtic music and original Americana songs that reflect their Irish heritage and Midwestern roots. Playing an exciting mix of mandolin, guitar, and bass, their harmonies have won them comparisons to famous duos, such as the Everly Brothers and Simon & Garfunkel.

The duo’s Celtic music is authentically Irish, drawing praise from such traditional

players as the Chieftains’ Matt Molloy.

At the same time, FitzGerald and McCormack’s music is modern Celtic, with songs capturing the Irish of today as accurately as the Pogues and singer-songwriters like Christy Moore. But to pay attention only to the Celtic side of Switchback would be a disservice to the unique American roots music crafted by the duo.

Switchback tours throughout the United States, Canada, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, and United Kingdom, playing over 200 engagements per year. The duo’s TV specials, “The Americana Sessions” and “The Celtic Sessions,” have aired on PBS stations throughout the U.S. In addition, Switchback presents outreach programs for schools, community events, senior citizen groups, and special needs audiences including topics such as Celtic music, songwriting, music appreciation, and music residencies.

Unusual, honest, heartfelt, humorous, personable, talented, spiritual, and spirited – these all describe the band Switchback.

This performance is cosponsored by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Commission, and Discover Jersey Arts.

For concert tickets, call the Grunin Center Box Office at Ocean County College, 732255-0500 or visit grunincenter.org.

All performances are subject to change.

Please call ahead for updated schedule or visit grunincenter.org.

Ocean County Library Seeking Prom Dress Donations

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Library is seeking donations of gently used prom dresses for their eighth annual Prom Dress Giveaway.

Donations can include gently used, modern dresses in both long and short styles, in a wide range of sizes. The library is not receiving donations of bridesmaid dresses, shoes, or jewelry. Distributing branches are also seeking donations of dress racks and mirrors.

This event provides dresses to all teens, free of charge, looking to attend formal school functions. Last year more than 700 prom dresses were distributed.

Donations are accepted at any one of the Ocean County Library’s 21 locations until April 24.

Locations for Prom Dress Giveaways will include: Lakewood, 301 Lexington Ave., 732-3631435, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 1 and 4 to 8 p.m. on April 3.

Toms River, 101 Washington St., 732349-6200, 4to– 8 p.m. on April 11, 1 to 8 p.m. on April 12 and 1 to 4 p.m. on April 13.

Barnegat, 112 Burr St., 609-698-3331, 4 to 8 p.m. on April 25 and 26.

Manchester, 21 Colonial Drive, 732-6577600, 2 to 4:30 p.m. on April 28 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 29.

Infor mation about the Prom Dress Giveaway can be found online at theoceancountylibrary.org or by calling 732-349-6200.

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

Take Your Husband’s Car Keys

Dear Joel My problem is a serious one. For at least a few months I have discovered that my husband is driving dr un k. It seems to be mostly at the end of the day but it could be throughout the day as well. I don’t know how to handle this and don’t want to get him into trouble.

Answer: I see your problem exactly the other way around. By doing nothing you are getting him into trouble. He is a danger to every person on the road (and off the road). Lives are taken and others ruined by drunk drivers. If I were you I would demand that he give you his car keys and driver’s license. That is just the beginning. At that point I would contact an attorney who deals specifically with alcoholism and drug

addiction.

If he refuses to go, which may very well be the case, I suggest that you go without him. In the meanwhile get him a driver, drive him yourself or keep him home. I would suggest a bicycle but he is a danger on the road even then if drunk.

Do not let this man drive sober as at this point he is likely to return to his old ways. This entire country is counting on you...Writing to me is a great start but you have a lot of hard work ahead of you.

Let me know how it progresses. I wish you well.

Write to joel@preferredcares.com.

His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio. com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM

If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566. “Home health care with feeling. Joel Markel is President of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing services inc. serving all of New Jersey in adult, senior and pediatric home health care.”

Immanuel Bible Church Mammogram Screening

HOWELL – Visiting Nurse Association Health Group/Monmouth County NJ Cancer Education and Early Detection Program, and Immanuel Bible Church will offer free breast exam and mammogram for uninsured or underinsured women ages 40 to 65 who reside in NJ and meet eligibility guidelines.

Free screening will be held on March 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Immanuel Bible Church, 1244 West Farms Road.

Breakfast and lunch will be served. Childcare will be provided.

For an appointment or more information, call 855-619-4445 or 732-933-3952.

Walk-ins are also welcome.

Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno To Speak At Jackson Chamber Of Commerce Dinner

JACKSON – The Jackson Chamber of Commerce will hold a dinner for its Chamber Members at Metedeconk National Golf Club on April 5. Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno will attend as

a guest speaker.

The chamber will also celebrate its 50th anniversary with an event on June 3.

Please call the chamber at 732-833-0005 for more information.

Southeast District Leading Knight Project

TOMS RIVER – The Benevolent Protective Order of Elks Southeast District will host a country night on March 25 at the Toms River Elks Lodge 1875, 600 WashingtonStreet.

Tickets are $20 per person, which includes a buffet dinner. Cash bar.

There will be a gift basket and raffle, with music by Jakes Rockin’ Country Band.

All proceeds will benefit the NJ State Elks Peer Leadership.

Members are asked to contact their lodges’ leading knight for tickets.

The Jackson Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!

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“We Care” Program For Special Needs JACKSON – The “We Care” Program, created by the Ocean County Office of Emergency Management, is designed to help identify the special needs of residents during times of crisis.

Mayor Michael Reina and the Jackson Township Office of Emergency Management want to ensure that the residents of Jackson Township get the assistance they require during an emergency or disaster, but in order to help, they need to ask for residents’ assistance in registering those impacted.

If you or a loved one might require assistance in the event of an emergency, register with the Jackson Township Police Department.

Brochures on the “We Care” program are available at the Jackson Township Municipal Building and registration forms are included. All information is kept strictly confidential.

For more information on this program, contact the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department, Office of Emergency Management at 800-331-8152.

Jackson Mills Volunteer Fire Needs Volunteers

JACKSON – The Jackson Mills Volunteer Fire Company Station 54 is looking for men and women within the community to serve as volunteers.

No experience is necessary and all training

and equipment will be provided at no cost.

Please visit jacksonmillsfire.org and click on Recruitment for more information.

We are also accepting applications for junior firefighters aged 16 and 17 years.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of MArch 11 - March 17

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Ride out the storm. Some brief disruptions may have you ready to throw in the towel but a little patience is all that’s required to achieve success. You may be in a position to take advantage of a situation in the week to come.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Listen to your heart. Strengthen an existing relationship with a loved one by letting them know how you really feel. Singles who are still seeking their significant other may reap romantic rewards by meeting new people.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t jump to conclusions. Wait until all the facts come to light before reaching a decision as the true nature of a situation may be cloudy this week. Talking things over with a trusted friend or confidant may set your mind at ease.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Do what you want to do. Think about things that make you happy and then take action to make them happen this week. Steer clear of disputes and bad-tempered people. Negative influences could rain on your parade.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Get going while the going is good. There’s no obstacle that you can’t conquer or problem you can’t solve as your energy and enthusiasm will be in high gear this week.

Offering help to a friend in need will be effortless.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep it simple.

If you take too much time thinking things over you may get stuck in neutral but if you follow your instincts you’ll make quick progress. Set aside some quality time to spend with loved ones this week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): All work and no play makes for a dull week. Leave some room in the schedule for recreation and hobbies that will help to clear your mind. Romantic activities are likely to meet with better than average results.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Remember that not everyone plays fair. Remain alert with matters involving money as someone may try to pull a fast one when you aren’t paying attention.

Take the time to find value in something you may have at first thought worthless.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Patience is a virtue. If you find someone is irritating you, count to ten or just walk away before you lose your cool. Now is the time for listening and understanding rather than engaging in petty squabbles or spats.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Logic may fail you. A practical approach won’t be much help when a problem stems from a completely irrational situation. You may need to put your creative juices into overdrive to find a solution or just avoid the matter altogether.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Smiles can be contagious. A positive and upbeat attitude will light up your surroundings and make you a pleasure to be around this week. Competitions will be about enjoying the game rather than who wins or loses.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Put the past behind you and set sights on the future. You may have made some mistakes before but wipe the slate clean. Resolve to get off to a fresh start this week. Find your comfort zone among family and close friends.

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Prepare A Spanish-Style Omelet Anytime For A Satisfying Meal

By Wolfgang Puck

I’ve recognized an interesting pattern from the questions and recipe requests I’m always getting. With all the different food options and occasions for eating that each week brings, most people are concerned about cooking for two main types of meals: weekend brunches and weeknight suppers.

As you might guess, the styles of recipes they want for those two occasions tend to be very different. On a weekend morning, most home cooks want to prepare something that feels generous, even a little bit indulgent; a recipe that will impress everyone gathered around the table, helping to make brunch a special yet relaxed occasion.

Weeknight meals, on the other hand, are almost always more about convenience, answering one main challenge: How do you satisfy yourself and your family quickly and easily while providing a main course that tastes fresh and delicious?

I know of one great recipe that fulfills the requirements of both: my interpretation of a Spanish omelet. Brunch guests happily greet a thick, pancake-style flat omelet, served cut into wedges, which makes a great impression whether you offer it hot from the oven or even lukewarm or cold on a buffet. And egg dishes are becoming more and more popular on weeknights, a time when the concept of serving breakfast for supper is not only convenient but also wonderfully comforting.

My recipe also offers the added benefit of being healthy. I pack the omelet with lots of fresh vegetables, cut into uniform 1/4-inch (12-mm) dice; feel free to substitute some of your own favorites, briefly sauteing them as I do in the recipe.

I make the omelet with mostly egg whites, adding just a couple of yolks for a touch of richness and golden color. (You can save leftover yolks for another recipe for two or three days in a sealable container in the refrigerator, covered with a little water to prevent them from drying out.)

Because many people love cured pork with such egg dishes, I also finish off the omelet with some strips of lean ham; but, of course, you could also make a vegetarian version by substituting some sliced or crumbled chorizo-style vegetarian sausage that can be found in most wellstocked supermarkets.

You might wonder how healthful such a generous-looking, rich-tasting main dish can be. So it might surprise you to learn that each serving totals just about 150 calories, with a little bit more than a quarter of those coming from fat. So, if you add some good whole-grain bread and a salad

or fresh fruit, you’ll have a well-balanced, satisfying and delicious meal ready with incredible ease.

And what home cook doesn’t want that, whatever the time, day or occasion?

HEALTHY SPANISH-STYLE OMELET WITH BELL PEPPERS AND HAM Serves 4 Olive oil-flavored nonstick cooking spray 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced red bell pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced yellow bell pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced green bell pepper 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1/2 jalapeno chile, stemmed, seeded, deveined and finely chopped (optional) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) seeded and diced tomato 2 large cage-free eggs 12 large cage-free egg whites 1/4 cup (60 mL) pitted Kalamata olives, sliced 3 ounces (185 g) thinly sliced lean cured ham, cut into thin ribbons 6 basil leaves, cut into fine strips Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C).

Heat an 8-inch (20-cm) ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spray with the nonstick cooking spray. Add the peppers and saute, stirring occasionally, until they have softened and their edges begin to turn golden, about 5 minutes.

Add the garlic and jalapeno, if using, and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Add the tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes longer.

Put the eggs and egg whites in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper and whisk until thoroughly blended. Add the egg mixture to the skillet with the vegetables and stir constantly over medium heat until curds start to form. Continue cooking until the mixture has begun to set but is still fairly moist.

Remove the skillet from the heat and scatter the olives and ham evenly over the top. Put the skillet in the oven and bake until the omelet is completely set but still slightly moist, about 5 minutes.

If the eggs on top still look a little underdone for your liking, switch the oven to the broil setting, or preheat a separate broiler, and pop the pan under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes until they are set and light golden.

Set the skillet aside to let the omelet settle for about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with the basil. Cut it into wedges and serve hot, lukewarm or even cold.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2017 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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