2023-10-14 - The Howell Times by Jersey Shore Online

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Photo courtesy Alexendria Langenberger Howell Teacher Josh Langenberger pictured with Deputy Mayor Evelyn O’Donnell and Councilman Fred Gasior, accepting an award. By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – The Howell Township Environmental Commission honored a local teacher, choosing Josh Langenberger as its annual Ann G. Ritchie Award recipient. The Ann G. Ritchie

Award is presented annually by the members of the Environmental Commission to honor the memory of Ann G. Ritchie, a devoted environmentalist who worked tirelessly to sustain the environ-

ment and quality of life in Howell Township. Langenberger is a well-respected science teacher in Howell Township, most notably at Howell Middle School South, for three decades. He is the

second Middle School South teacher to receive this award, after Danielle Gianelos received the award in 2019. “Josh continually works to bridge the gap between the students, the (Teacher - See Page 9)

County Continues Tradition Of Honoring Forgotten Veterans

By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – The remains of 21 forgotten veterans and six family members were laid to rest at the Military Honors For Forgotten Veterans event. The ceremony paid tribute, honored and provided un-

claimed veterans with the proper sendoff they deserve. The remains of these heroes, some going back as far as World War I, sometimes sit on a shelf inside a funeral home for years, according to the Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA). (Veterans - See Page 3)

Photo courtesy Monmouth County Sheriﬀ’s Oﬃce The procession brought the cremains from the ceremony to their final resting place.

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Controversial Warehouse Decision Delayed By Stephanie Faughnan HOWELL – Those hoping the local planning board would decide on the Victory Road warehouse proposal must wait a little longer. The application is back on the schedule for November 2, 2023. Planning board members heard over three hours of testimony on the proposal from AAVRHW Property, LLC on October 5 before deciding it was too late in the evening to deliver an outcome on the project. That meeting was the fourth time the application’s presentation continued before the planning board. Since November 29, 2022, it had been listed and rescheduled more than a dozen times. The proposal, which includes cutting down a large portion of the woods and constructing a 203,802 square-foot warehouse/ office building, 25 loading dock spaces and multiple parking spaces for trailers and passenger vehicles, has been met with strong opposition from area residents. Over 100 signs have been erected in protest of the approval, and a group collectively referred to as the objector neighbors has retained attorney Brittany W. DeBord to represent their opposition to the application. One of the initial concerns raised by DeBord revolved around whether the planning board was the appropriate venue for the application. She highlighted the applicant’s intentions to enhance an access point located on private property at the intersection of Victory and Route 547. DeBord contended that this off-site improvement should be integrated into the warehouse application. Notably, the private property falls within a zoning district that does not allow warehousing. Therefore, she said, the developer should go before the town’s zoning board to get approval to get a commercial use on residential land. “It is also my understanding that the developer intends the space to be more of a flex space,” added DeBord. “The developer has added a number of office spaces to this warehouse development and has discussed this development as a flex space. That is not (Warehouse - See Page 2)

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Continued From Page 1 a permitted use in this SED zone.” The applicant’s attorney, Robert Simon, argued that the application did not need to be referred to the zoning board because the improvements to the public right of way are not necessary for the warehouse to operate and are a public safety benefit. Simon also denied allegations that the ap-

plicant intended to change its current warehouse application to flex space. Although Simon had submitted plans as a courtesy that included more than the original two spaces, no testimony was given to introduce the alternative plans. The planning board voted to retain jurisdiction after listening to counsel from the board’s attorney, Ronald Cucchiaro, who referred to the road issue as unnecessary to ingress and egress the property. Cucchiaro

also said that since the application had not changed, it should be considered in its present form. Storm Water Management The attorneys discussed new inland flood protection rules from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Howell Township has not created a new ordinance that reflects those changes. Debord argued that the new rules should

apply because they relate to health and public safety. She also said that the board has the authority to apply the new rules even if they are not an ordinance. However, Simon countered that the new rules should not apply because the application was submitted before the state adopted the new rules. The planning board attorney agreed, saying that the time of application rule should be used. The developer will still need to obtain approvals from the DEP. Tung-To Lam, PE, the engineer appearing on behalf of the applicant, discussed some of the highlights made to the application. These included changes made as a result of comments from the objector residents and an expert retained on their behalf. Although Lam did not feel that the seasonal high groundwater table would be high enough to potentially go above the French drain, he added an impermeable liner to the design to address the objectors’ comments. Lam noted that although there was some area of pipe length where the seasonal high waters were above the invert, he felt it did not represent a problem. He added that it is his usual practice to include vegetation on the side slope of a basin. Geoffrey M. Goll, PE, the engineering expert for the objector neighbors, countered Lam’s testimony. Goll explained that the original intent of the drain was to capture surface water, not groundwater. However, he is concerned that the drain may also capture groundwater, negating the trench’s infiltration volume. Goll said that putting trees on an embankment could also become problematic because of issues with roots creating conduits through the embankments. Overall, Goll’s testimony suggested that the proposed design could be a concern for residents in the area, as it could lead to increased flooding and other problems. The Residents Speak Out Betty Velez-Gimbel, whose farm is across the street from the proposed warehouse, expressed numerous concerns, starting with its environmental impact. Velez-Gimbel highlighted the significant amount of soil and building construction involved, which could have potential impacts on the area’s groundwater and the stability of surrounding properties. Velez-Gimbel worried about the effects of thousands of heavy truck trips bringing materials to the site and the potential for soil settling to affect nearby homes and her farm. She also emphasized concerns about changes in drainage patterns and increased surface water runoff, especially given the recent rise in rainstorms leading to flooding. She noted that climate change might be altering rainfall patterns. She expressed concerns about potential air and water pollution due to the project’s large-scale operations and raised questions about septic system approval. Velez-Gomez pointed out that the removal of more than a thousand trees would severely impact the area as well. At one point, Velez-Gimbel said that some of the design problems were not rectified until the objector neighbors’ expert pointed out the problems. (Warehouse - See Page 8)

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Continued From Page 1 The VVA’s goal is to “promote and support the full range of issues important to Vietnam veterans, to create a new identity for this generation of veterans, and to change public perception of Vietnam veterans.” On September 28, one by one, the cremains of 21 forgotten veterans and six spouses from WWI, WWII, Korea and the Vietnam War eras were carried out from the Monmouth County Sheriff ’s Office in Freehold as they began the journey to their final resting place. The Military Honors For Forgotten Veterans event included four stops during the procession. After departing from the Sheriff ’s Office, stops were made at the Hall of Records in Freehold Borough, CentraState Medical Center in Freehold Township and Prospertown Lake in Jackson. The route concluded at the Brigadier General William

The Howell Times, October 14, 2023, Page 3 C. Doyle Memorial Cemetery where the ceremony was performed and the cremains of the forgotten were interred. Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden said he will continue the mission of ensuring that veterans who fought for our freedom won’t be left behind. “We could never repay our veterans for the sacrifices they have made, but what we can do is never forget. It’s most important that these veterans who served our country are given respect and provided a proper burial filled with dignity and honor,” Sheriff Golden said. “The Monmouth County Sheriff ’s Office is proud to host this significant event and is grateful for the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 12’s efforts in their commitment and tireless work to ensure these forgotten veterans receive full military honors.” To date 133 veterans or spouses have been interred and 30 were returned to family by VVA Chapter 12.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL This Newspaper Will Stop Running Menendez Press Releases On the Government Page every week, we publish press releases and columns from your elected officials but there’s one name you’re not going to see for a while. Senator Robert Menendez has been indicted (again) for bribery and other crimes. While we remain editorially neutral, and everyone deserves their day in court, we feel it would be inappropriate to give him space in our newspapers. If the Senator’s charges a re d ropped (agai n), then by all means, we’ll go back to running his statements. However, his staffers are going to start fleeing the sinking ship and he’s not going to have anyone to write these

press releases soon. Politicians are constantly accused of crimes. What makes this one different? To be frank, I’ve seen Scooby Doo villains cover their tracks better. I mean, having half a million in cash stashed in envelopes throughout his house is cartoon-level. I’m embarrassed that he represents our state – not because he’s a criminal but because he’s not good at being a criminal. As a Jersey resident, I expect a higher quality of crime. Everyone assumes that politicians are crooks so most of us just shrug when we hear something like this. But when a crime is this blatant, it’s hard to overlook. It’s going to color everything he does from now on. Every statement he makes will

be seen through the lens of “How is he making money off this?” So, how could we possibly continue to run his releases? What will be on the Government Page now? How do I – the news editor – choose what press releases get printed? Glad you asked. I have the press release pages bookmarked for all our elected officials. Once a week, I sift through them to see which ones actually apply to our small section of New Jersey. Honestly, it’s slim pickings some weeks. I’m not going to call anyone out here, but some politicians only seem to help other areas of the state and some politicians only talk about themselves. Some rarely publish anything. For personal reasons, I

stay away from whiners. So many statements from our elected officials are just them complaining about something the other side did without offering solutions. They never seem to write a bill or solve a problem. They just point the finger. Finally, there are a few local officials who email their statements directly to the paper, and I’m going to take the time to thank them here. I’m not going to name them because I don’t want readers to think I’m biased in favor of them, but they know who they are. If you’re interested in seeing the press releases from your elected officials, take a look at them here: U.S. House of Representatives: vandrew.house.gov/ news and chrissmith.house.

gov/news U.S. Senate: booker.senate. gov/news/press NJ Governor: nj.gov/governor State Senate and Assembly: district9.senatenj.com district10.senatenj.com singer.senatenj.com Senator Sam Thompson of the 12th District was basically ousted by Republican leadership, and his page has been redirected to the state GOP. The assembly members in that district are still active at: njassemblygop.com/tag/ rob-clifton assemblymanalex.com By reading the press releases on these sites, you’ll see what these politicians care about. What they spend their time on. What they use their voice for. It’s education-

al, but don’t assume that this is all they do or care about. There are ones who never post. It just might mean that they are not as interested in issuing press releases as others. If you see Gov. Phil Murphy or Senator Cory Booker in the paper more than anyone else, that’s not because we like them more. It’s simply because they publish several releases a week for me to choose from while some don’t update their website all month. Also, I might have to dip into Murphy and Booker even more just because we won’t be printing Menendez any longer.

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source) largest municipality in the State of New Jersey, in the most densely populated state in the country (11th most populated state in the nation) with the fourth largest school system in the state. Mr. Rodrick is proud that he has voted NO to redevelopment plans for the downtown; voted NO for development on the Route 9 corridor; and voted NO when it came to funding new emergency vehicles, when he has attended meetings. Furthermore, Mr. Rodrick has a history of campaigning against initiatives that would move Toms River in a positive direction. He has missed meetings and has a full-time job as a teacher in Monmouth County, his workload won’t allow him to keep up with the pace of Toms River. I believe a mayor should put Toms River first! Let me be completely transparent since immediately after winning the primary, Mr. Rodrick warned Republicans not to turn their backs on him and went as far as saying “If there are Republicans out there who believe that they are going to secretly support the Democrats

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Letters To The Editor Bus Driver Explains Safety To Parents PARENTS PLEASE READ before you want to bash your child’s bus driver! If only you could sit in their seat before you criticize for 10 minutes you would find this to be 110% true. As a school bus driver, I would like to explain something. My job is to transport your child from point A to point B safely, on time and ready

to learn. That is all. What do I mean when I say safely? Let me explain. Safely means I pre-trip my bus daily to ensure it is running properly and that it hasn’t been tampered with. Safely means my eyes are constantly scanning all 7 mirrors, blind spots, and the road in front of me, behind me and to both sides of me. I’m NOT a babysitter. I’m NOT a mediator. I’m a BUS DRIVER.

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I would absolutely love to be able to watch and hear each and every little thing that goes on in the 40 feet of school bus behind me, but while I’m watching Johnny jump across the seat, I just missed a car pull out in front of me. And eekkkk, while I’m yelling at Susie to keep her hands to herself, the light changed and now I’m slamming the brakes to stop in time at the intersection. Uh oh! Now Joey has a nose bleed? And now someone dumped all of Katie’s stuff out of her bookbag, and “Bus driver, Bobby is flicking me,” and “Bus driver, Lily said she doesn’t like me anymore,” and what’s that? While I’m looking in the mirror behind me reprimanding your perfect children, a car just ran my reds and Sally was almost run over! It’s Never Ending to us... And that doesn’t even include the way the children speak to us. I’m pretty certain they don’t speak to other school faculty like that. And certainly don’t speak to their parents the way they speak to us... So please, parents, tell me...

where do you want me to look? Behind me? In front of me? Would you prefer I pull over each and every time someone yells “bus driver?” Because then YOU will complain that the bus is never on time, and trust me if I did pull over every time, we wouldn’t even make it out of the school parking lot before I’d have to stop. In case you didn’t know, your children are not perfect...no one is. Would you rather I continue down the road watching what’s going on BEHIND me more than what’s going on with other vehicles on the road around me? Because I can assure you, if I’m not scanning every angle around the bus, there WILL be an accident, and then I will again be to blame, because I should’ve been paying attention to the road. Now, on top of that, we see your children for less than 30 minutes a day, in most cases. Please teach your child to respect the bus driver, and to behave themselves when riding the bus...because we

A Toms River School Bus Driver wishing to remain anonymous

Republican Endorses Dem For Mayor As someone who cares deeply about the future of Toms River, I am writing to express my support for Ben Giovine as the next mayor of our town. This November 7, we will be choosing between two candidates to lead our community, and I believe that Mr. Giovine has the vision, experience, and leadership skills needed to move Toms River forward. In contrast, his opponent, Daniel Rodrick, has proven himself to be the wrong choice for our town. Mr. Rodrick’s signs say Stop Building which continues his position of saying NO, as opposed to recommending solutions and plans in the best interest of the 100,000 residents of Toms River. Whether we like it or not, Toms River is the sixth (or seventh, depending upon

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Continued From Page 4 this year…we will know about it and you will not be welcomed back into the fold when it is over.” Sounds like McCarthyism, not a person planning on uniting a party and a town. I am not secretly supporting Ben Giovine, I am 100% supporting him and I am out front! I was appointed to the Toms River Municipal Utilities Authority in 2021 (Mr. Rodrick abstained) and I do receive health benefits and a small stipend for my time (when I agreed to the appointment, I had no clue about the benefits, I always want to serve my community). I am a small business owner in Ocean County that in 2019 filed for reorganization bankruptcy as well as I filed personally due to personal guarantees and I am proud to say I will be done paying my debt in 2025. I am a graduate of Rutgers, grew up in Franklin Township (Somerset County) in a single parent household and voted against the form of government change and name change to Toms River in 2006. I am a fiscal conservative, but maybe more liberal on views on the environment, social services and gun control. Why do I share…because I want to make sure when Mr. Rodrick comes after me, you know the truth! As a member of the Toms River Community, I have served as President of Congregation B’nai Israel for 10 years; Chairman of the Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce (GTRCC) and Past-President of the Ocean County Business Association (OCBA) all to make a difference in the lives of others. I don’t see Mr. Rodrick volunteering for committees or leadership roles and I only see him dividing the community. In all my volunteer years, I have never seen Mr. Rodrick attend a function at the synagogue, or a Chamber event, though he has been invited on numerous occasions – others on the council and the mayors have attended. Even more concerning is Mr. Rodrick’s anti-Semitic campaigning, which he has failed to fully address. As a community, we must reject all forms of hate and bigotry

The Howell Times, October 14, 2023, Page 5 and elect leaders who will unite us, not divide us. It’s time to bring Toms River together. Supporting Ben Giovine is not a matter of partisan politics for me - I am supporting a Democrat because he is the best candidate for Toms River. I also support Republicans, Senator Jim Holzapfel, Assemblyman Greg McGuckin, Paul Kanitra, Surrogate Jeff Moran and Frank Sadeghi, for their respective positions. But when it comes to the Toms River election, I believe that Ben Giovine is the clear choice. He has the expertise to lead Toms River into the future, including creating an exciting downtown waterfront, attracting new businesses and preserving open space. Ben has spent his life working with people to listen to their views and solve their problems; not demean them or separate them due to their religious practice or race. In conclusion, I urge all voters in Toms River to vote for Ben Giovine as our next mayor on November 7 because he will allow us to move into the future with renewed energy, and give us a better chance of building a prosperous Toms River. The future of Toms River is in our hands, and together, we can take it in the right direction. Philip I. Brilliant Toms River

Tomorrow’s Forecast: Panic! Back in the 50s, if you wanted a weather report many watched Uncle Weather-Bee, a weatherman that gave you a straight-forward, unvarnished weather forecast devoid of manufactured hype that infuse so many of today’s weather programs. Why all the hype in today’s weather forecast? Why are we continually bombarded with so many draconian weather scenarios? It’s all about getting and holding the viewers’ attention. The more weather programs can dramatize and embellish forecasts, the more likely viewers will stay tuned in. The

more that do, the higher the show’s ratings go which translates into more advertising dollars flowing into the station’s coffers. In other words, “Chicken-Little the sky is falling” sells! And when it comes to getting the attention of the male viewers, no longer do we see matronly, slightly overweight weather-ladies looking back at us. Now they are either a Venus look-a-like or bear a striking resemblance to Aphrodite. And if there’s one word weather forecasters simply can’t resist, its attaching and emphasizing the word “killer” to any potential storm - it’s a sure-fire attention getter. It wouldn’t surprise me to be sitting in front of my TV one day and hear, “we interrupt our regular scheduled programming to report that a ‘killer’ rain-drizzle front is approaching us from the south with wind-speeds estimated to be in excess of 10 mph - now is the time to go to a safe room.” “We will be providing team coverage for this potential ‘killer’ weather event, but right now a word from our sponsor - we’ll be right back, don’t touch that remote!”

This year will be the most important for our democracy. Insidious forces are trying to send the American public through the looking glass, gas-lighting many. Why is this? It’s about power, power at any cost, with any lie. The only way to keep our democracy and prevent ‘freedom’ for the few, and control over the many, with laws that limit women’s rights, LBGTQ rights, voting rights, but expand gun rights, etc. is to VOTE. Vote like your life depends on it! Our country is built on the rule of law. We are not an authoritarian country. We must not be limiting rights. Do the right thing in New Jersey and support Senator Vin Gopal, Dr. Margie Donlon and Judge Luanne Peterpaul for Legislative District 11. Why? Because they believe and act for the public good with empathy and skill and honesty. Re-elect Senator Gopal. Vote for Donlon and Peterpaul. We are New Jersey! Vote for the common good and to keep America in the hands of true patriots.

Borden Applegate Jackson

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An Important Year For Freedom

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District Awards Golden Apples

Photo courtesy Howell Schools Proud to present Golden Apples to Ms. Nemeroﬀ and Ms. Roll for 25 years of outstanding service in the district!

Upcoming Howell Heritage And Historical Society Meeting

HOWELL – Leigh Shaffer will present the program entitled “Honoring Our Veterans” at the October 27 meeting of the Howell Heritage and Historical Society. They will also have election of officers that night for the coming year. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the Ardena Baptist Church gym

and refreshments will be served. On October 29, there will be an Open House at the Old Ardena One Room Schoolhouse, Old Tavern Road from 1 to 4 p.m. They invite you to come and tour the newly repainted and refurbished 1855 school.

Seedling Giveaway

HOWELL – The Howell Shade Tree Commission Seedling Giveaway will be held on October 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Howell Farmer’s Market, Alfred C. Sauer Park at Echo Lake, 1205 Maxim South Road.

Seedlings available include: eastern red cedar, red maple, buttonbush, meadowsweet, eastern redbud, fl owering dogwood, pussy willow, northern red oak, New Jersey tea, paw paw, witch-hazel, sweetspire.

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2023 Fall Leaf Collection Schedule

HOWELL – The Howell Township Department of Public Works has announced the Fall 2023 Leaf Collection Schedule. The leaf collection will begin on or about November 6, weather permitting. Crews will begin simultaneously in multiple zones throughout the township. The last leaf collection is scheduled to start on or about December 4. Place your leaves to the curb no later than December 3. After this date they will not be returning to your street once the last pass is made. The township guidelines include: • Leaves only, mixed piles will not be accepted. • Place leaves at the edge of the curb, not in the traffic lane. • Do not bag leaves. • Keep piles clear of storm inlets to prevent flooding.

• If possible, blow leaves into woods to allow natural composition and creation of topsoil for healthier trees. Brush collection: • The next brush collection is scheduled for the Spring of 2024. • Check back with the Department of Public Works closer to the spring season for defi nitive dates. As a reminder, the Recycling Center (278 Old Tavern Road) accepts leaves and brush year-round, seven days a week; between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. No permits are required to access the center but proof of residency must be provided. For more infor mation, contact the Department of Public Works, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at 732-938-4500 ext. 2450 or visit twp. howell.nj.us.

Howell-O-Ween Trunk or Treat

HOWELL – Spooky season is just around the corner! Trunk or Treat 2023 taking place on October 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Soldier Memorial Park. Join for decorated cars, wacky costumes and loads of candy! Fireworks to end the night! Brought to you by Howell PAL, Howell Police Department, Howell PBA, and Howell Township.

Beginning at 5 p.m. (Games & Activities) Beginning at 6 p.m. (Trunk or Treat Area Will Open) Around 7:45 p.m. (Fireworks) Extremely limited parking on site. Shuttle buses will be available at Middle School North. Vendors interested in decorating a car should contact Joanne Mandracchia at jmandracchia@howellpal.org.

Murder Mystery Dinner Show

HOWELL – Lucky you! You’ve been invited to the Dunn Speakeasy for the wedding of the year! In this “married to the mob” event, you’ll never know who to trust. With the two families merging together, someone is bound to lose power, which means someone else will lose their life! Get on the trolley and solve this case

with your fellow detectives. The Southard Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting a Murder Mystery Dinner Show on October 20 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $50. Enjoy a buffet dinner, dessert, coffee and tea as well as a bar. Purchase at eventbrite.com/e/murder-mystery-dinner-show-tickets-584108031847.

Veterans Breakfast And Vendor Fair

HOWELL – The Howell Elks Lodge #2515 is hosting a Veterans Breakfast and Vendor Fair on October 22 at 8 a.m. Veterans eat free; platters are $10; sandwiches are $5 Come shop the vendors!

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“We (the objector neighbors) are emotionally spent and in debt financially upwards of almost $60,000,” said Velez-Gimbel. “Our lives have been completely disrupted and my future as a Howell resident is in question here.” “I take offense to those who have called me an activist,” Velez-Gimbel continued. “I am not an activist; I’m a resident trying to protect my whole way of life and offer something to the community which has always been in my heart.” Others who spoke at the meeting addressed concerns about the increased traffic that would come to the area. One woman, a single mother, worried about the potential for accidents as her daughter waited for the school bus. “I live north of the proposed warehouse,” said Peter Guilfoyle. “I believe you’ve said there will be no trucks going north. After hearing from Fairfield Road residents, we know the trucks don’t obey (rules) there, and I’m sure they won’t obey them here, and the trucks will come north on Victory.”

Nicole Woolley, who lives on Victory Road, wanted to know if the applicant had done what she referred to as a quality of life study. She said that a warehouse would turn a quiet rural backroad with farms and residences into a high trafficked, unsafe, loud, aesthetically unpleasing street that would negatively affect property values. “I’m concerned with the effects that pollution and disturbances will have on the health and quality of life of the residents, pets, farms, animals, and numerous wildlife species,” said Woolley. “Due to the increased human activity and tractor trailer traffic, increased cars and trucks and construction vehicles creating noise, air, and light pollution during the construction phase and once the warehouse is operational.” The last of the residents to speak about the proposed warehouse was Marc Parisi, who raised several areas that concerned him. He questioned whether the proposed offsite improvements to accommodate tractor trailers were consistent with the goal of discouraging high-intensity uses on lower classification roads. “I think it’s important that the board know that the Monmouth County Planning Board has designated 547 as a scenic road,” Parisi said. “This project is going to increase traffic that’s going to be using 547, which is inconsistent with the Monmouth Planning Board.” Parisi said he also did some research and determined that approximately 90 percent of the frontage on Victory Road was residential, with the exception of the steel factory and the proposed warehouse project. He said there were very few permitted uses that would operate 24/7 with the exception of warehouse distribution. “I ask this board not to deny this application,” said Parisi. “But if you’re not inclined to deny the application that you condition any approval with a limit on the hours of operation on this warehouse.” “You have the authority to do that, “ Parisi continued, “You would limit the hours of operation to 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. or whatever discretion you believe is appropriate since you’re now putting a non-residential use in a residential neighborhood.” Planning board members Councilman Fred Gasior and Joseph Cristiano have recused themselves from making a decision on this application.

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Continued From Page 1 classroom and community. Josh has been instrumental in the implementation of a food forest at Middle School South where they recently planted 30 fruit trees donated from First Energy. He also works with the students to broaden their knowledge of the environment in the community and how they can work to improve the environment locally,” Howell Environmental Commission Chair Lisa Doud said. In 2018, Langenberger earned state honor and was named the New Jersey Middle School Adviser of the Year by the TSA. In 2019, Howell Middle School South was awarded a Sustainable Jersey for Schools grant in the amount of $10,000 titled, “Feeding Howell’s Minds and Bodies.” Unlike other outdoor classrooms and school gardens, this grant seeks to create community partnerships and promote global stewardship, according to a press release. Langenberger, who coordinated the grant, wrote “It is essential that we all become participants in our community; sustainability involves lifelong lessons in global collaboration that begin with our students as the seeds of change.” A banquet was held by the Howell Environmental Commission in September where they presented Langenberger with the Ann G. Ritchey Environmental Award. “Gardens Bring People Together” was the title of Langenberger’s acceptance speech. He explained how “Gardens Bring People Together” was actually an off-the-cuff speech, as he discarded his original speech

The Howell Times, October 14, 2023, Page 9 and decided to speak from the heart. “I noticed as I volunteered as a living actor in Allaire Village years ago rebuilding the gardens that I was often interrupted by strangers approaching me to ask about the plants, tell their own garden stories and by the end of the day, those strangers became friends. In reflection, I realized that despite all our differences, a garden becomes an amazing space that alongside the plants grows friendships, empathy and kindness,”

Langenberger said. “During my lifetime, I have planted many gardens, created a wonderful community of friends, and inspired them to begin building their own gardens.” “I was honored to receive the Ann G. Ritchey Environmental Award in Howell Township and very honestly surprised. My efforts to the community in Howell have been to provide the children with an outstanding education as a Howell Township Public School teacher of 30 years, planting

the seeds of curiosity, compassion, and creativity. I love gardening and often integrate that passion into instructional opportunities. At Howell Middle School South, creating a food forest to help feed the members of our community can easily be described as a pinnacle moment and serve as a model of global stewardship. I believe that if we spent more time in a garden together, we could grow endless possibilities for a sustainable future,” Langenberger added.

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HOWELL – Will you have leftover Halloween candy? If so, please drop off your goodies to the Senior Center or Steven Fecher in the Manager’s Office located at 4567 Highway 9 North, 2nd Fl by November 9. Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Howell Township Senior Center will be sending the collection to the troops overseas through “Always Supporting Our Military.”

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HOWELL – Turkey Trot 5K Run/2 Mile Walk will be held on November 19 at Oak Glen Park, 300 Preventorium Road, Howell. You will get a chance to run the beautiful trail that connects Oak Glen Park to the Manasquan Reservoir. Trail-style 5K course (not certified). Family friendly event with chip timing using RFID Bib Chips. Pre-registration required at: runsignup. com/Race/NJ/Howell/Howell5kTurkeyTrot2MileFunRunWalk. Check in/registration at 8 a.m.; Race begins at 9 a.m. Cost is $20. For more information call 732-938-4500 ext. 2102.

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HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

The 6 Best Ways To Treat Raynaud’s Disease:

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Raynaud’s Disease, often characterized by its telltale cold fingers and toes, is more than just a fleeting discomfort for people. It’s a window into the complexities of our vascular system. While managing Raynaud’s can be challenging, understanding its ties to other conditions, like thyroid disease and autoimmune disorders, can shed light on effective treatment strategies. I’m a believer in getting to the root cause. Let’s delve into six of the most recommended ways to alleviate the symptoms of this condition. 1. Biofeedback Training: I was trained in neurofeedback in the early 2000s for the fun of it, but never practiced on patients because I was a pharmacist. This technique employs electronic monitoring to convey information about physiological processes. By understanding your body’s responses, you can with practice learn to promote relaxation and warmth in extremities. It’s not a cure though. 2. Calcium Channel Blockers: Medications like amlodipine or nifedipine can help relax the blood vessels and increase blood flow to the extremities. These drugs have been proven effective in decreasing the severity and frequency of Raynaud’s attacks in many patients, but again it’s not a cure. 3. Protect Yourself from Cold: Simple measures, such as wearing gloves, can make a significant difference. Ensure you dress warmly and limit exposure to cold environments. 4. Avoid Caffeine and Smoking: Sorry, but both nicotine and caffeine will constrict blood vessels and limit blood flow. Avoiding them can help reduce the symp-

toms of Raynaud’s. On this continuum, where meds restrict blood flow, ADHD medications and oral decongestant should be avoided or minimized. 5. Regular Exercise: This is great! Engaging in routine physical activity can help improve circulation. Ensure any outdoor exercise during colder months (even walking the dog during the snowy season) is done while wearing hats, gloves or socks. 6. Stress Management: Since stress can trigger Raynaud’s episodes, techniques like deep breathing, meditation, and yoga can be beneficial. Yoga in hot or warm settings may help because it promotes blood circulation. Now let’s discuss the connection between thyroid disease, as well as autoimmune disorders. This has been an area of interest for researchers for many years. Studies have highlighted that people with Raynaud’s phenomenon often show symptoms of autoimmune conditions such as Sjögren’s disease. The prevalence of Raynaud’s is also higher in people with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Treating the underlying condition will help relieve the Raynaud’s symptoms. Did you know Raynaud’s Disease is named after the French doctor Maurice Raynaud, who first described the color changes in the fingers back in 1862? It’s always fascinating to trace medical conditions back to their historical roots! This condition has been around for a long time, and I wish it had more effective solutions. If you would like to read a more comprehensive version of this article, it’s posted at my website suzycohen.com.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Thompson Park Day Offers Fun For The Whole Family

LINCROFT – Looking to get into the spirit of the season? Head over to Thompson Park Day! Held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on October 15 at Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, this event is brimming with seasonal fun. Activities for the day include pumpkin painting, rides, kids’ races, pie-eating contests, strolling and stage entertainment, nature activities and more. Some activities are free and others require a fee and/or tickets.

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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF OCT 14- OCT 20 BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): Go straight to the top. It could be who you know, not what you know, that counts. You can upgrade your reputation by socializing with people who have similar life experience or objectives and might enjoy your candor. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The way you attract attention could be amusing to some, but can annoy others. You might be distracted by a family crisis and appear unreliable or abrupt. Maintain your independence by setting boundaries gently. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It may be beneficial to have a backup plan on hand. It can be much easier to obtain cooperation and avoid a roadblock later. Find a community of ideas that could help you do a better job or be more productive in life. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Pay attention to your side hustles. Things may be heading towards a new opportunity if you are ready to take advantage of the situation. You could have the chance to get more than you expected in the near future. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may have been lobbying to get things moving in a new direction for a long time. Now can be the time when they finally start paying attention. You might have played the game before, but now you could end up running it. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Make sure to read the room before acting. You may be able to meet new people or broaden your horizons if you do not get bogged down by unnecessary routines. If someone is keeping you at arm’s length don’t try to shake hands yet.

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