2023-03-25 - The Howell Times

Women’s Club Celebrates History During March

Howell Schools Lose $1.7M In State Aid

By Alyssa Riccardi

HOWELL – The Howell Township K-8 School District is one of several schools in Monmouth County to receive a reduction in state aid for the 2023-24 school year.

According to the NJ Department of Education, the total state aid for Howell School District is $20,601,309, down $1,740,923 or a 7.79 percent decrease. In 2022-2023, Howell received $22,342,232 in total state aid, which was a $2.8 million reduction from the previous year.

Compared to other school districts in the County, the decrease was not the worst. Freehold Regional, which is home to Howell High School, received $23,786,497 in state aid. That is a $6,763,723 cut from the previous school year; a 22.14 percent decrease.

By Mark Bator

HOWELL – With March being Women’s History Month, this time is being celebrated by one group in town that has a vested interest in the topic.

Marking the social significance of the month, the Howell Women’s Club held their monthly meeting recently with guest speaker Kathleen Doty, who holds the esteemed position of Vice President of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs

The early incarnation of the Women’s Club found its genesis in 1963 as the Candlewood Garden Club, and operated independently for 10 years before joining the Federation in 1973. As such, 2023 marks its fi ftieth year as a member, although it has only been known as the Howell Women’s Club since 1983. As part of (Women’s Club - See Page 3)

Why Was ere So Li le Snow At e Shore?

By Andrey Nalbantov

JERSEY SHORE – Do any of you remember the massive snowman contest more than two weeks ago at the beach?

No, of course you don’t. It’s because we’ve barely had any snow this winter – not enough to even build a single snowman. And with the winter months now passed, an important question is being raised again. Why was there so little snow at the shore?

Luckily enough, there is an answer

to that question, and it doesn’t exactly involve climate change, a term many believe taboo.

While our neighbors from Northern Jersey got more than five inches of snow on a couple of occasions this winter, here by the Shore we got the occasional flurries, around an inch of snow, and a whole lot of rain that used to be snow.

According to the New Jersey State Climatologist at Rutgers University, Dr. Dave Robinson, the reason for the

lack of snowfall by the Shore can be attributed to the atmospheric pattern that has been prevalent for the past two to three months.

This pattern has favored a storm track that follows the demarcation between polar air to the north and west, and subtropical (warmer) air to the south and the east. That demarcation line is also referred to as the jet stream. Storms tend to follow the path of the jet stream.

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Other school districts in Monmouth County saw a significant increase in state aid, such as Holmdel Township with a 15.15 percent increase and Matawan-Aberdeen Region School District with a 10.14 percent increase. Despite its negative impact on many schools, Governor Phil Murphy and Acting Education Commissioner Angelica Allen-McMillan praised the funding figures, unveiling the $20.5 billion budget for education.

According to the Governor’s Office, the proposed budget will provide “historic levels of school aid, with an increase in $1 billion over the prior year for a total of $20.5 billion in school funding.”

This budgeted amount includes pre-K funding, pension and benefits funding for school staff, and an increase in $832 million in total K-12 formula aid, the Governor’s Office stated.

The state determines its distribution of education aid through a funding formula passed in 2018 called S-2. Although the goal of S-2 is to restore funding to districts that are underfunded, the bill has become quite controversial for doing the opposite for local districts.

For the 2023-24 school year, state figures show more than 400 New Jersey school districts will receive increased state funding. However, 157 will see a decrease.

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–Photo by Mark Bator

Kathleen Doty addresses the group regarding the many charitable contributions of the Women’s Clubs in New Jersey.

(NJSFWC) for the Shore District.

Snow:

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“When those storms track along the jet stream, the wind blows counter-clockwise around them,” said Robinson. “And if it’s to the west it brings warm air as the storm comes through.”

According to him, our area often fell on the warm side of the storms making it not cold enough to snow, thus creating

a pattern.

In order for the shore to be blessed by a snowstorm, the storm has to travel to the east to cause the counter-clockwise rotation to bring northern cold winds into the area. Those northern winds meet with the moisture of the nearby storm and create a snowstorm.

“That’s what you need along the coast in particular,” he said. “Because it keeps the wind’s direction from blowing off

the water. Once that wind turns off to the water, coastal New Jersey tends to almost always go over to rain.”

While the atmospheric pattern can be pinned as the main reason for the lack of snowfall this winter, the pattern of climate change also has an effect.

According to Robinson, the overall global warming pattern is amplified in the shore and coastal areas. This pattern is likely tied to the ocean’s warming in

the mid-Atlantic and the northeast.

“We can be so influenced by conditions offshore,” he said. “We think that some of it is just a shift of wide-spread long-term patterns of circulation in the atmosphere but amplified of the fact the ocean waters at our coast are getting warmer.”

As for the possibility of snow becoming extinct in New Jersey, and especially by the shore, Robinson urges people to not give up on snow.

“We are a long way from seeing snow disappear in New Jersey,” he said.

State Aid:

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At the time of publication, the Howell Township K-8 School District made no comments on the state aid cuts. Freehold Regional Superintendent Dr. Charles Sampson put out a video message stating that the district was caught off guard with the $6.7 million reduction.

“We are the lowest per pupil spending in Monmouth County… we spend less than every other district per pupil in the County,” Sampson said. “We have now, at this time, been slashed $28 million if something doesn’t change in terms of our state aid… We believe it’s irresponsible post pandemic to cut this aid from the district.”

Casual Birder

HOWELL – Join a Park System Naturalist for these laid-back morning bird walks on May 23 at 9 a.m. at the Manasquan Reservoir.

We’ll meander through the parks for about an hour and a half to see what birds we can find. No need to be an expert at identifying birds to enjoy these walks. A limited number of binoculars will be available to borrow if needed. Participants should expect to be walking a few miles (2 to 4) on sometimes uneven or muddy terrain. We will go even with light rain or snow so please come dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Meet in the Visitor Center parking area.

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the evening’s proceedings, Doty presented the club with a letter from NJSFWC President Shirley Holly and International President Deborah Strahanoski, along with a Fiftieth Anniversary Certificate.

“We do so much,” said Doty regarding the need to honor the milestones of local women’s clubs. “You have your mothers, you have your workers, you have those that belong to organizations to help those in need. You need to have some type of recognition, at least, to keep going and know that you’re appreciated.”

The group currently has 23 members, and while many of the projects they work on are centered around Howell, recruitment is open to individuals who are not necessarily residents of the Township. The current club president is Kelly Cunningham with Margaret Vallaire serving as vice president. The group assembles for their meetings on the second Tuesday of each month at the Tauton School in Howell.

The month of March, along with the recent International Women’s Day on March 8, marks the contribution of women throughout history, as well as highlighting current individuals who are making a difference in the world.

“That women can be recognized as a person,” said Doty about the importance of Women’s History Month, “and [how they’re] giving back to the community. But as a woman, whether you’re in the military or civilian, you just want to have some

recognition, and just having [Women’s History Month], it is an honor to all of us.”

The NJSFWC is currently the largest volunteer women’s service organization in the state, and is an associated member of the larger General Federation of Women’s Clubs. While one of their main interests is to provide women with assistance in education, the group has strong in-roads with the township, and is well-known for being advocates and participants in a large variety of community services and activities.

The Federation has a series of member districts around the state but all are involved with the greater cause of working together to improve the lives of others. Among the most significant contributions of the women’s clubs was their key involvement in the founding of the New Jersey College for Women in 1918. Five years of hard work and dedication by the New Jersey Federation of Women’s Clubs led by Mabel Smith Douglass, fi nally saw the vision come to light. Today, as Douglass College, the institution bears the name of this bold New Jersey women’s advocate.

The talk given by Doty focused on the history of Women’s Clubs and the achievements and progress that they have fostered.

Among other civic concerns, the state’s Women’s Clubs encourage education. The Howell Women’s Club offers the Maryann Gambino Memorial Scholarship to one deserving young woman each year from the Freehold Regional High School District. In addition, the Girl’s Career Institute (GCI) gives students a chance to experience a

small slice of college life on the Douglass Campus of Rutgers.

Through various programs, Women’s Clubs can help get professional counseling to those who are in need, as well as collect and distribute groceries, toys, household items, clothing and even gifts for families who are in economic distress. They participate with Meals on Wheels for senior citizens, and even assist with emergency fi nancial aid, by paying rent or utility bills.

Doty also pointed out this year’s special state project, namely, their partnership with the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation (ECF) which assists families in New Jersey with youngsters that are facing difficulty from the disease. The ECF can provide professional in-home counseling, and to

date, has assisted over 2,000 families. Projects change every few years, but in the past, Women’s Clubs in the Garden State have raised money for the Valerie Fund, the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, Canine Companions for Independence as well as domestic violence shelters in the state.

Upcoming events for the Howell Women’s Club includes District Arts Performing Day on March 27, Civic Engagement and Outreach Day on March 28, Achievement Day on April 17 and their Spring Conference Luncheon at the Lobster Shanty in Point Pleasant on April 18. The group is always welcoming new members, and interested individuals may call the club at 732-773-3692, or visit their Facebook page.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

One Day, You’ll Be Sick

The one thing that unites us all is that eventually our bodies are going to stop working the way they should. For some, it’s quick, like my friend who died in her sleep last week at 44 of unknown causes (as of this writing). For some lucky enough to make it to old age, you’re going to get sick at some point.

I have a friend who is in an extended care situation for a psychological issue. I have two acquaintances who went legally blind before they turned 40. I’m hearing more and more about people with long COVID. People are getting disabled by all these things.

My father, who just turned 80, has managed through some medical things - some big, some small. He’s the only person I know who has had three hip replacements. My mother, who is 77, hasn’t slowed down.

Ciba Geigy Should Never Have Happened

I have lived in Toms River my entire life. My family has lived here for generations, and several family members including my grandfather and 3 uncles worked at the Ciba Geigy Chemical plant and felt its impacts years

They are lucky, and I’m lucky. But eventually, there’s going to be something.

Something always comes for us. Which is why I don’t understand America’s attitude about illness. If a child gets cancer, everyone says “that’s sad” and maybe donates a few bucks toward a charity for the family.

But we refuse to change our health care system to make it any better for families who are already going through hell.

A significant illness will deplete a family’s fi nances. They spend tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars to try to get by. Children in the family have no money waiting for them when they become adults. This means that the impact of a single disease is generational. It might be decades before a family is able to come back from the poverty that a single disease causes.

Some are born with special

needs. They will always rely on someone to take care of them. They will always need more doctors, medicine, therapy, etc.

So if the one thing we have in common is eventual illness, how come we created a society that penalizes you for being sick?

People are looked down on for being poor. All it takes is one twist of fate, one chromosome out of alignment, or one cell to mutate wrong and your entire savings is gone.

We are told to toughen up, don’t give in, don’t ask for help. Everyone is going to need help one day. Everyone.

My good friend who committed suicide 15 years ago certainly suffered from depression. If he had gotten help for it, maybe he’d be here today. It’s more common than anyone thinks. I have it, too, but I’m treating it. Psychological illnesses are so easy to hide. It’s because we blame people for

being “crazy.”

There are people who don’t call for ambulances because they are afraid of the cost. Some towns have free fi rst aid and they try to make it known to the public, but all it takes is one horror story about a thousand-dollar ride to a hospital and it makes someone think twice about calling 911. In the meantime, their delay might have cost them their life.

A few years back, I had a medical issue. I had to pay for the tests out of pocket, minus 20% copay. I think I wound up paying about $1,600 for results that didn’t fi nd anything. It made me stop getting tests. I can’t afford to find out what’s wrong with me. To this day, when the issue comes back, I have to just shrug and get through my day because I never learned what was malfunctioning and I’m sure I’m not the only one.

Trying to get better and keeping up with bills and

Letters To The Editor

later through severe health impacts such as brain cancer. One of my uncles would commonly say when asked, it was because he worked in what was referred to as “the bad building.” This should never have happened.

I grew up attending Manchester Township Schools, where my Environmental Science class went out to the Superfund Site

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to monitor the deer population. When students asked any questions relating to the history and current status of the site, our questions were avoided. In fact, we were told not to ask. This never should have happened either.

The proposed settlement has several elements, such as the park and nature center, that seem promising; however, we cannot greenwash the history of an environmental and public health disaster of national and historical significance.

The NJDEP should ensure that the narrative at such a nature center does not misrepresent the history of the site and community impacted, and the science of the superfund site’s remediation should be explained as a lesson in environmental health for future generations to come. The story told at the nature center should reflect the full truth in order to best honor the affected families.

Also, there should be an opportunity for community input along every step of the way

paperwork is sometimes its own full-time job. They don’t make it easy for us. Health insurance companies take care of themselves fi rst, and do the bare minimum to help. They pay their employees to tell us “no” when we ask for help. Think about it: A health care employee is paid (throwing numbers around) $50,000 a year in order to tell us we have to pay more because we didn’t reach our $15,000 deductible. It costs the insurance company less to hire a gatekeeper than to actually do its job and pay for our health care.

I know universal health care is a tough sell, and I’m not sold on it either, but I think we can all agree that something needs to be done in order to protect us when the inevitable happens.

That’s why I urge compassion for those who have health problems. They are just going through things that you haven’t hit you yet. Before you think someone

is weak for needing help, just realize that in less time than you think, you might require help from a nurse to use the bathroom.

Unless your death is sudden, you are going to get sick. You are going to be disabled. You are not going to be able to do what you used to do.

There should be plans in place for when the inevitable happens. This shouldn’t be a surprise. This is going to happen to each and every one of us.

If you got into a car crash tomorrow, and you became disabled, what would happen to your family? Would you still be able to do your job? Would you even be able to enter your home or your business if you were in a wheelchair?

What’s going to happen when you get sick?

Chris Lundy News Editor

involving the superfund site. The NJDEP and BASF must provide transparency as to the current status of the site; is it truly safe enough for our children to play on? Since remediation efforts began, the size of the toxic plume of contaminated groundwater has decreased but has not been fully resolved, despite claims otherwise. A risk assessment for the site should be updated, looking at realistic exposure scenarios if it is going to be used as recreational, and there should be opportunity for public input. This information should be made easily accessible to ensure all voices are included.

There was a total lack of transparency and inclusion of the public when it came to this settlement, and although we have the opportunity to speak (at a special hearing), it only came after demanding it. However, the latest five-year EPA review on the site is set to come out this May, but the new settlement deadline for comments is in April - the residents of Toms

River should have ample time to review the most recent science and status of the report before the comment period closes, and the NJDEP should further extend the deadline to July at minimum to ensure time to fully review the report.

Additionally, BASF is only on the hook at this site for 10 years yet the scars upon our landscape and community have spanned generations. BASF should be accountable for at least 100 years in order for regeneration to occur and to ensure due process is taken throughout restoration efforts. Climate resilience should also be factored into the long-term planning for the site to make sure that this landscape and natural resource not only recovers from past scars but is able to withstand future ecological changes as well.

Jackie Greger Communications Outreach Coordinator for the Sierra Club Toms River

Another Look At Rent Increases

After reading of the “greed” and “unconscionable” increases by landlords of manufactured communities “looking to cash in” and necessitating rent control, I figured I’d run the numbers provided. According to the quoted resident, Pine Ridge South rent went from $697 a month in Jan 2017 to $826 in Jan 2023. That’s an 18.5% increase over 7 years.

Looking at the numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, general consumer inflation during this time period has run at 23%. So, the rental increases have been below inflation and, from what I understand, are inclusive of property tax increases! Not what I would expect after hearing words like “unconscionable” thrown around.

James McCabe

Bill Would Let People Sue Chinese Communist Party For Its COVID-19 Misrepresentation

From The Desk Of Congressman Chris Smith

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th), Chair of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China, reintroduced legislation with Rep. Michael Burgess, MD (R-TX) to allow US citizens the right to sue the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and hold the regime accountable for its large-scale misrepresentation campaign during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Knowing that Xi Jinping and his Communist regime systematically failed to be truthful and transparent, our legislation seeks to not only gain access

to more information but also provide much-needed relief to the loved ones of those who died and others who have suffered severe economic loss during the pandemic,” said Smith, who has chaired over 80 congressional hearings on the CCP’s egregious human rights abuses.

“The Chinese Communist Party refusal to provide real time information killed Americans,” said Burgess. “The American people lost loved ones and suffered a multitude of losses during the Coronavirus pandemic. They deserve the ability to get answers from the CCP.”

“We must finally get to the truth about what happened and who was involved in this deception in order to bring justice to those who suffered profoundly from COVID-19,” Smith said.

The Smith-Burgess bill would waive the

Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act and allow United States citizens the right to sue the Chinese government for monetary damages, personal injury, death, or damage to or loss of property occurring in the U.S. as a result of the CCP’s willful or grossly negligent misrepresentation of information to the World Health Organization (WHO). It would also apply to other countries that provide misinformation to the WHO about the nature, seriousness or communicability of an infectious disease.

“Besides damages paid to those individuals who have endured so much pain and loss, our bill can bring discovery and the opportunity in court to ask probing questions that will hopefully lead to answers and help prevent this type of behavior in the future,” Smith said.

Last Congress, similar legislation authored by Smith - which he first introduced in April 2020 - was blocked on

a party-line vote by the Democrat-controlled Foreign Affairs Committee, marking the historic first recorded vote in the House of Representatives on the right to sue China for its lack of transparency over the COVID pandemic.

“Justice delayed is justice denied,” said Smith, who noted some of the deleterious consequences resulting from the CCP’s failure to be transparent about the COVID-19 crisis, including the enormous loss of life with close to 36,000 deaths in his home state of New Jersey; over 1.1 million across the country; and at least 6.8 million throughout the entire world.

The Smith-Burgess bill shares a parallel track with the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorist Act (JASTA) - legislation enacted by Congress in 2016 over the veto of President Obama allowing the families of 9/11 victims to seek justice against Saudi Arabia for aiding and abetting the terrorists involved in the horrific attacks.

Bill Would Bring Back Regulations To Prevent Banks From Failing

back regulations put into place to prevent exactly the kind of bank failures we saw play out in recent days. We must now act to restore these protections to strengthen our banking system, safeguard our economy, and ensure that the hard-earned money of families and small businesses is better protected,” said Senator Booker.

to get this wrong and must act with the urgency this moment requires.”

Title IV of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act raised the asset threshold at which a bank is considered and regulated as a “systemically important financial institution” to $250 billion, exempting SVB and other mid-sized

banks from regular stress testing and enhanced liquidity, risk management, and resolution plan, or “living will,” requirements. The lawmakers’ new bill would repeal these dangerous regulatory rollbacks, which invited banks to load up on risk and increase profits, and would restore critical Dodd-Frank protections.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Cory Booker and Bob Menendez (both D-N.J.) joined U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), U.S. Representative Katie Porter (D-CA-47), and dozens of colleagues in both the Senate and House of Representatives to introduce the Secure Viable Banking Act, legislation that would repeal Title IV of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act of 2018 following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Signature Bank. Senators Booker and Menendez, both longtime consumer protection advocates, were outspoken about the dangers of passing the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act five years ago, which reduced critical oversight and capital requirements for large banks.

“Congress should have never rolled

“Five years ago, I stood on the Senate floor to warn my colleagues that only in Washington would anyone think it’s a good idea to mark the ten-year anniversary of the 2008-2009 financial crisis by passing S.2155, a bill that dared big banks to get bigger and increased risk to taxpayers,” said Senator Menendez. The Trump banking law rolled back ‘too big to fail’ rules and created conditions for collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. “After this weekend’s collapse of SVB and Signature, the world saw why it was misguided to pass S.2155, which rolled back critical Dodd-Frank regulations for banks like Silicon Valley Bank, including enhanced prudential standards and stress tests. We must immediately repeal Title IV of S.2155 to ensure that we restore needed oversight of these systemically important institutions that have the potential to wreck our economy and the livelihoods of American families. We cannot afford

Senator Cory Booker

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Easter Bunny Pancake Breakfast

per person and includes pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and a beverage. Walk-ins welcomed. Email scoutmom07731@gmail.com to purchase tickets or for more information.

Howell Hawks Win Championship

HOWELL – Congratulations to the 8th Grade Boys Howell Hawks Travel Basketball Team who closed out their time as Hawks as Champions! Amazing work and

Canvas & Cookies

HOWELL – Parent & Child Paint Class for grades 2nd through 5th. Offer on April 20 and May 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Alfred C. Sauer Park at Echo Lake.

Cost is $25 per person, $50 per pair. April 20

theme: Unicorns; May 4 theme: Star Wars. Register online at howellrec.org. For more information, contact Steven Fecher, Director of Community Relations at 732-938-4500 ext. 2106; sfecher@twp.howell.nj.us.

Opening Day Li le League Parade

HOWELL – Howell South Little League is looking for some car enthusiasts that would like to be a part of their Opening Day Little League Parade on April 1 at 8:30 a.m. Rally point: Quail Creek Mall parking lot,

2 Ramtown-Greenville Road. End point: Deerwood Park 2740 Allenwood-Lakewood Road.

If interested, contact howellsouthll@ gmail.com.

Howell Elks Easter Egg Hunt

HOWELL – You are invited to attend Howell Elks Easter Egg Hunt and Lunch with the Easter Bunny on April 8. Lunch to be served at 12 p.m. followed by

Easter egg hunt and photos with the Easter Bunny. For reservations contact Connie Cantwell at 732-259-9666 or cantwellconnie@yahoo.com.

Howell PAL Preschool Open House

HOWELL – The Howell PAL Preschool Open House is on March 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. Tour classrooms, meet staff, and learn about

pricing information. Preschool registration is now open for September. Howell PAL is located at 115 Kent Road, Howell.

Howell PAL eater Company

Presents: Peter Pan

HOWELL – Howell PAL Theater Company presents: Peter Pan. Auditions: June 5 through 9. Show dates: September 8 and 9 at the Strand Theater, Lakewood.

– Photo courtesy Howell Happenings NJ great game play.

The Hawks participate in the competitive Mid-Monmouth League facing teams from across Monmouth and Ocean counties.

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

Howell PAL Summer Youth Basketball

HOWELL – This summer program is a recreational league where we want the kids to come out and have fun playing the game of basketball. The league will run four weeks and is strictly games, no practices. Girls will play once a week on Mondays or Tuesdays in the evening at Oak Glen Park. Boys will play once a week either Tuesdays or Thursdays in the evening at Oak Glen Park. Each parent/participant will receive their team assignments and schedules by email. Game times will change starting as early as 6 p.m.

Volunteer coaches always needed! If you

are interested, please fill out the necessary information during registration. All coaches will be reimbursed for fi ngerprinting if they are asked to coach. Please do not request child to be put on a specific team unless children are siblings.

Please ensure you are signed up on the Eleyo system with your cell number listed and check off that you can receive SMS text messages. This will be the form of communication that is used for any cancellations of games, make ups, or location changes!

Please ensure to have the kids show up with a water bottle with their name on it. More information can be found at howellpall.org.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE

Volunteers Honored By e Monmouth County Park System

COLTS NECK – On March 5, the Monmouth County Park System honored its volunteers during its Annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony at Hominy Hill Golf Course, Colts Neck. During the event, Park System staff honored 110 volunteers who each gave 40 or more hours.

The ceremony also gave the Park System the opportunity to recognize volunteers who hit milestones in their service including Beth Clarke who gave 1,000 hours and Les Neiman who gave 3,000 hours. Both Jim Gault and Gerry Linger crossed the 5,000 hours mark.

On any given day, volunteers can be found gardening, assisting in offices, or leading

a trip. They help with programs, lend a hand at cleanups, and build trails. Docent volunteers welcome visitors and share information about exhibits, programs and facilities. They are an essential part of the Park System’s therapeutic riding programs. Many special events and races such as the Wind & Sea Festival, Thompson Park Day and the E. Murray Todd Half Marathon depend on volunteers to run smoothly. The Park System is grateful to each and every one of its volunteers for their service.

To learn about Park System volunteers, visit MonmouthCountyParks.com or call 732-842-4000.

Spring Job Fair Set For March 28

LINCROFT – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has announced that the Monmouth County Spring Job Fair will take place on March 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Brookdale Community College’s Robert J. Collins Arena.

The Job Fair will take place on the bottom floor of the Arena with free parking available in Lot 7.

“The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is excited to partner with the Division of Workforce Development to provide this free event to County residents who are looking for a new job or pursuing a new career path,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “This Job Fair provides employers and potential employees with a venue to meet and discuss employment opportunities that will benefit both the businesses and the applicants.”

“Employers throughout the County and surrounding areas will be searching for hardworking, qualified applicants to fill available positions in a variety of fields including finance, healthcare, logistics and manufacturing, law enforcement and everything in between,” said Commissioner Susan M. Kiley, liaison to the Division of Workforce

Development. “Full time, part time and temporary employment opportunities will be available with early access for people with disabilities and veteran job seekers. A full list of participating businesses will be posted at workinmonmouth.com.”

The Monmouth County 2023 spring job fair is being held in partnership with: the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, Monmouth County Workforce Development Board, NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Brookdale Community College, Monmouth Ocean Development Council and Bridging the Gap for Veterans.

Monmouth County Division of Workforce Development offers services that benefit both employers and job seekers in Monmouth County by matching employers with workers who have the training and skills that the business requires. The Division helps prepare Monmouth County residents for careers in various industries by providing job readiness, occupation skills training, and job search assistance.

For more information, call the Division of Workforce Development at 732-683-8850 ext. 6011 or visit our website at workinmonmouth. com.

Photo courtesy Monmouth County Park System

ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH

Breathe Easy: Understanding Prescription Medications For Asthma

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

As a pharmacist, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of proper treatment in managing asthma. In today’s article, I will provide a comprehensive overview of the various types of prescription medications used to treat asthma.

Inhaled corticosteroids are one of the most commonly prescribed asthma medications. They work to reduce inflammation in the airways, but they don’t work in seconds, so they are not considered a “rescue” inhaler. Two popular examples of these drugs are Flonase and Qvar.

Next, a common category of medications are bronchodilators, which help to relax the muscles in the airways, improving airflow and reducing asthmatic symptoms. There are short-acting and long-acting beta-agonists, and there’s a big difference between those two. The short-acting drugs often contain albuterol, and these are rescue inhalers because they can improve breathing very quickly! An example of a long-acting beta-agonist is Serevent® and your doctor can prescribe these medications for you.

Leukotriene modifiers are available now too. These drugs block the effects of inflammatory substances in the airways (leukotrienes) to reduce inflammation and improve breathing. I would say the most popular medication in this category is montelukast (Singulair). It’s usually not used by itself because it works better in combination with other asthma medications. Most people with asthma take the medications above. For a few resistant cases, doctors will add in a drug from the class of “Biologics” and these are newer. Reserved for more seri-

ous cases, we have medications like Xolair, Nucala, and Fasenra.

If you’re dealing with asthma, and you’ve read something here that can help you please research it and call your physician. I want to emphasize the importance of working closely with a healthcare provider because, with asthma, you need a personalized treatment plan for yourself. Keep in mind these medications just manage symptoms and give you quality of life, but they are not curative. To effectively treat (and possibly cure) a condition like this, you would need to consider lifestyle changes (ie stop smoking/drinking), weight management, and most importantly, avoid the triggers.

Some triggers are virtually impossible to avoid, while others are highly modifiable. The most common triggers for asthma include pet dander, dust, household chemicals, pollution, smoking, food coloring, bacteria and viruses, and weather changes. Your genes and prior medical history play a role in how well you can manage your symptoms, but I have to say no matter how long you’ve had asthma, there is always hope for a partial or even full recovery! I truly believe that.

With proper treatment, trigger avoidance, and medication management, individuals with asthma can effectively manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. I have a much longer version of this article on my website in case it interests you or a loved one. I am also offering a free ebook on the immune system. To receive this, visit my website, suzycohen.com. Please be sure to NOT make any changes to your medication protocol without consulting your physician first.

(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) ©2022 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

‘My County’ Poster Contest Opens To Fourth Graders

FREEHOLD – Monmouth County Constitutional Officers Surrogate Maureen T. Raisch, Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon, Esq. and Sheriff Shaun Golden are inviting fourth graders throughout the County to showcase what they like best about Monmouth County by designing posters for the “My County” poster contest.

“I am thrilled to announce the ‘My County’ poster contest for 2023,” said County Surrogate Maureen T. Raisch. “We invite all fourth graders to take part in this great contest to illustrate what they love about Monmouth County including our County Government. I can’t wait to see the creativity of these posters!”

Since the majority of fourth graders study the State of New Jersey as part of their social studies curriculum, all school principals in

Monmouth County are being asked to get fourth-grade students involved by creating their own poster that relates to Monmouth County. The posters created should depict special and unique things about Monmouth County.

Rules for the contest are as follows:

• Posters must be on a standard 22-inch by 28-inch poster board.

• The words “Monmouth County” must appear at the top of the poster in 4-inch letters with black marker.

• The student’s name, teacher’s name and school must be printed neatly in the lower right-hand corner of the back of the poster.

“As New Jersey’s fourth graders study the State of New Jersey as part of their social studies curriculum, the ‘My County’ poster contest helps students gain an understanding

of what County Government does each and every day,” said County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon. “The design and content of the posters are up to the students’ imaginations, and I am excited to see their creativity in depicting some of Monmouth County’s best features.”

“We look forward to the ‘My County’ poster contest every year since it’s a project where students dedicate valuable time and use innovative ideas to create posters about Monmouth County,” said Sheriff Shaun Golden. “It’s also a notable example of civic engagement, as it helps our students learn more about the great County we live in.”

Posters must be mailed or delivered to the Monmouth County Surrogate’s Office at the Hall of Records, 1 East Main Street, Freehold. The deadline is 4:30 p.m. on May 1.

Invitations to participate in the contest have been sent to all County school principals.

Prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third-place winners. Nine posters will also receive honorable mentions. Each of the twelve posters will be individually displayed at the Monmouth County Clerk’s Office.

The poster contest is sponsored statewide by the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey to commemorate County Government Month in April. All posters become the property of the Constitutional Officers Association and the County of Monmouth. Submission of a poster grants the Constitutional Officers Association permission to display a poster in public places.

For more information about the poster contest, go to visitmonmouth.com or contact the Surrogate’s Office at 732-431-7330, ext. 7331

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Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Blues, Reggae, Soul. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (17)

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Laundromat Attendant - For FT/ PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (t/n)

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Understanding Automobile Insurance In The Garden State

New Jersey offers two types of automobile insurance policies that may be purchased: a Standard Policy and a Basic Policy. A Standard Policy provides liability, uninsured motorist, and personal injury protection (medical) coverage. A Basic Policy only provides personal injury protection (medical) coverage limited. Protect yourself and choose the standard policy.

Liability Insurance insures you against claims made by others for the property damage or personal injury you caused while operating your vehicle. Liability Insurance protects you from paying money to someone from your own pocket. Your insurance coverage will pay any monetary damage that you are required to pay to someone else but only up to your insurance policy limits. Choose your liability policy limits wisely. Most people choose liability coverage of $100,000.00, but I recommend choosing at least $250,000.00 of liability insurance. The additional cost is usually nominal.

Personal Injury Protection coverage is also known as “PIP” or “No Fault” Insurance. The “No Fault” concept means that your automobile insurance will provide you with personal injury protection insurance (PIP) coverage regardless of fault. In other words, it does not matter who caused the car crash. As long as you were operating, using, or getting in /out of an

automobile at the time of the injury then you are covered. The “No-Fault” concept does not mean that the other driver is responsible for your medical bills. Protect yourself and choose the standard $250,000.00 in PIP Medical Expense Benefits.

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Uninsured /Underinsured Motorist Coverage (UM / UIM) protects you against financially irresponsible drivers. Sometimes people operate their vehicles without insurance coverage or with only very little insurance coverage, like those who operate their vehicle with a Basic Policy which was discussed earlier. If you sustain property damage or bodily injury and the person responsible does not have enough insurance to cover your loss, then you can file a claim with your insurance company under your Uninsured /Underinsured Motorist Coverage. This coverage protects you and your family by providing additional insurance coverage for your loss, but only up to the policy limits that you choose. UM/UIM insurance coverage should never be less than your liability coverage. Most people choose liability coverage of $100,000.00, so your UM/UIM coverage should equal your liability coverage.

At R.C. Shea & Associates, our automobile insurance attorney, Michael J. Deem. Esq. is here to help you with your automobile insurance questions. Please give him a call.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of mar 25 - mar 31

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Paying someone a compliment might help you widen your network of friends. You may need to be more mindful of your words this week, but you will find things can go smoother if you try to be polite and gracious.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) : Try not to give in to predictable, knee-jerk reactions that may not be appropriate to your current situation. Trust in yourself and take the time to make a more thought-out move.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Tempers could be running high, and you might find yourself taking the brunt of it. Looking at things with a cooler head and a more strategic mindset can help you to avoid the risk of losing your temper.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You might be attuned to the thoughts and feelings of a loved one. You could be picking up subtle signals that may not be perceived by others. Pay attention to your intuition and trust in your feelings.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Things may be challenging when you try to fit them into a space they do not belong. Someone may expect you to do something you are unable to do. Try not to overreact to difficulties or become defensive when you are out of your element.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): There can be fewer arguments and misunderstandings if there’s no real basis for problems. You might want to delay contract signings and avoid making promises if you feel the agreements could easily turn into disagreements.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): When someone

rubs you the wrong way, the result can be unpleasant. Some people may go to great lengths to prove they can exercise authority and initiative. However, this can feel annoying and might lead to unreasonable demands that can put you in a tight spot.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may need to be more selective when sharing your secrets. You can keep a secret, but other people in your immediate circle may be less discreet. Consider delaying major purchases or making key financial choices for now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You can be successful because you are honest and forthright. Competitive people could take unethical paths to take the lead away from others. Use your warmth and friendliness to bring people together for mutual enjoyment.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) : You might find some challenges at work that require you to move quickly. Use your organizational skills to accomplish as much as possible in a short amount of time. Savvy shoppers wait until there is a sale to buy something they want.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Having a practical attitude can promote realistic solutions. When people get aggravated, you can come up with calming techniques based on wisdom you have gained from experience. Keep a close eye on valuable possessions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You might be tempted to handle everyday problems impulsively. Although you might want to avoid family arguments and disagreements at this time, tension and hostility can still linger beneath the surface.

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