Emerson • Hillsdale • Montvale • Park Ridge • River Vale • Township of Washington • Westwood • Woodcliff Lake VOLUME 23 ISSUE 52
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APPLICANT SEEKS TO BUILD 170 HOUSING UNITS
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A previous affordable housing settlement appears to limit a proposed 170-unit, multifamily activeadult development on a 28-acre Summit Avenue site to a maximum of 115 units, said Montvaleʼs Planning Board planner and attorney at the first public hearing March 3 on the development. A second hearing is tentatively scheduled for March 17, though due to two other applications on the agenda that night, it was not clear that the application would be heard. Planning officials advised interested attendees to contact Planning Board Secretary Lorraine Hutter for details prior to the meeting. During a recap of previous rounds of affordable housing agreements by Planner Doreen Green, Montvale Planning Board Attorney Robert Regan said a prior round “substantive certification” in June 2006 limited total development on the once-larger, 45-acre site to 195 units. Regan noted 80 units are already built at The Reserve at Montvale, an 80-townhome development built by K. Hovnanian in 2017 on about 16 acres. The new development proposed by Waypoint Residential Services LLC is on an adjoining 28.4acre site to that development. Based on the 2006 certification, Regan said the proposed 28.4-acre site was eligible for a total of 115 units and not 170 as proposed. “Thatʼs an issue I have and Iʼll leave it at that,” said Regan. Montvale Borough Planner Doreen Green said the previous property owner had legally appealed for up to 12 dwelling units per acre but was denied by the Council on Affordable Housing and the zoning
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THAT’S HOW YOU DO IT: PHHS Players Director Allison Andresini, in her first year at the district, describes ‘Curtains: School Edition’ as ‘a laugh-a-minute celebration of classical musical theater with a murder mystery twist’ — and a great challenge.
MONTVALE—Kudos to the Pascack Hills Players for presenting the hilarious musical whodunnit “Curtains: School Edition” as their spring production. The Tony- and Drama Desk Award-winning musical drew crowds to the Pascack Hills High School auditorium March 5–7. Director Allison Andresini, in her first year at PHHS, described the show as “a laugh-aminute celebration of classical musical theater with a murder mystery twist.” The troupe said in promoting the show, “The year is 1959
and Bostonʼs Colonial Theatre is host to the opening night performance of a new musical. When the leading lady mysteriously dies on stage the cast
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and crew are suspects. Enter a local detective, who happens to be a musical theatre fan.” Packed with glorious tunes by world-renowned duo Kander and Ebb, and a witty, charming script filled with delightful characters, “Curtains: School Edition” marked a hilarious journey for performers and the audience. The original Broadway production of “Curtains” was a hit for 511 performances and garnered eight Tony nominations,
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The coronavirus pandemic has prompted the declaration of states of emergency in New York, New Jersey, and Bergen County, along with many other places worldwide, and with them come an unprecedented wave of cancellations, school closures, travel restrictions, at least one major sports league season suspension, and corporate work-from-home fallbacks. The aim of the social ALSO isolation is to I N SIDE protect the worldʼs most Rapid-response vulnerable— COVID-19 test fatalities have gets emergency befallen senapproval iors and those Page 2 — with underlying health Schools will problems to a close, shift to greater degree online distance —is to save learning lives and avoid — Page 5 overburdening the health system. Some worry that the isolation and the loneliness it may bring many seniors—for example those in care facilities where visitation is now restricted—is itself going to take a toll. With the economy reeling, President Donald Trump on Wednesday departed from earlier comments dismissing the coron-
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IHA welcomes new members of its Science National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta, the National Mathematics Honor Society. SEE PAGE 7
His office is now a CVS, but a century ago Dr. Simeon J. Zabriskie made house calls on horseback from 289 Broadway in Westwood.
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Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jerseyʼs largest and most comprehensive health network, is pleased to announce that the Center for Discovery and Innovation (CDI) has created a test to dramatically reduce the time it takes for diagnosing COVID-19. This is a major advance that will benefit patients, create a more effective triage system in our hospitals and potentially better control the spread of disease, HMH
said in a press release at press time, the afternoon of March 12. This comes as the United States faces criticism over its Centers for Disease Control response, being led by Vice President Mike Pence. U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell (DNJ9), who represents portions of the Northern Valley in Congress, called on the CDC to increase its transparency as the epidemic grows. Robert C. Garrett, FACHE,
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reduce the current process of testing for COVID-19 from days to hours. The test permits the network to quarantine and treat patients suspected of having COVID-19 more rapidly or in the case of a negative result, spare the patient unnecessary time in the hospital. The Center for Discovery and Innovation received preliminary Emergency Use Authorization from the Food and Drug Administration to start using the test today. Additionally, the state Department of Health has also approved the test. “The Department of Health commends Hackensack Meridian Healthʼs effort in bringing online their laboratory to test for SARSCOV-2 and adding more testing capacity in New Jersey,ʼʼ said Chris Neuwirth, assistant commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Health. “As more hospital and commercial laboratories begin testing, New Jersey residents will have greater access to SARS-COV-2 diagnostic testing and public health officials will have a greater ability to monitor, track, and respond to new cases.” To learn more about the test from Dr. Perlin, visit youtube.com/watch?v=8mcaF6rG STU. The CDI test combines elements of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) diagnostic, and a test developed in Germany and adopt-
ed by the World Health Organization (WHO). CDI experts began work on the test in mid-January, following the outbreak of the virus first identified in China in December 2019 Last week, the center received live virus and viral RNA, a crucial step toward bringing the test to use in clinical settings, said Dr. Perlin, a global infectious diseases expert who helped develop diagnostics for SARS and other infectious diseases. The CDI validated the results and completed FDA requirements to administer the test. Initially, the network will be able to test 24 patients every eight hours. Our goal is to capitalize on the technology and find ways to expand its use in the region. The need for testing continues to grow: more than 127,000 cases are confirmed globally; New Jersey is reporting 23 presumptive positives, according to health officials. Officials stress that the network will continue to follow strict protocols on which patients will be tested. Patients cannot simply request the test if they believe they have been exposed to the virus or are experiencing respiratory symptoms. Patients should first consult with their primary care physician to determine if they are a candidate for testing.
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Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal and Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced o n March 11 two enforcement matters relating to the alleged sale of a dangerous “spray sanitizer” at a 7Eleven in River Vale. Musella announced that Manisha Bharade, 47, of Wood-Ridge, was charged with endangering the welfare of a child and deceptive business practices. At the same time, Grewal announced that the Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) opened an investigation into the storeʼs practices regarding the sale and promotion of health and sanitation products offered by the store since the emergence of the coronavirus outbreak. An area mom posted pictures of her son with first-degree burns on his arms and legs March 9 after he applied an item sold as “Spray Sanitizer.” River Vale Police pulled remaining bottles from the shelf at the Rivervale Road 7Eleven and are asking anyone who bought this item to contact them. | The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutorʼs Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti and the River Vale Police Department under the direction of Chief Sean Scheidle. On Monday, March 9 at approximately 8:13 p.m., the River Vale Police Department
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responded to the 7-Eleven at 207 Rivervale Road after receiving information from social media that four boys (three 10-year-olds and one 11-year-old) had been burned after using sanitizer purchased at the 7-Eleven. The ensuing investigation revealed that Bharade had mixed commercially available foaming sanitizer, which was not meant for resale, with water and packaged it in aftermarket bottles to be sold at the 7-Eleven on Rivervale Road. An apparent chemical reaction from the mixture caused the burns. Fourteen bottles in total were sold at the store. Five bottles have
AN AREA MOM posted pictures of her son with first-degree burns on his arms and legs March 9 after he applied an item sold as “Spray Sanitizer.” River Vale Police pulled remaining bottles from the shelf at the Rivervale Road 7-Eleven and are asking anyone who bought this item to contact them. | Bottles photographed by River Vale Police Department.
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The Pascack Historical Society invites members of the public to stop by its museum any Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon or Sunday from 1–4 p.m. Admission is free, and guests are encouraged to bring their children or grandchildren. The Societyʼs John C. Storms Museum is at 19 Ridge Ave., Park Ridge (one block north of Park Avenue West). The museum is home to thousands of objects, artifacts, and ephemera that chronicle life in the Pascack Valley from the Lenape Indian days until the present. Visitors will discover a special section devoted to colonial artifacts, relics from the production of wampum in the Pascack Valley, rooms recreated to illustrate early-19th century and Victorian life, a collection of Lenape stone tools, and much more. For additional information on what the museum has to offer, visit www.pascackhistoricalsociety.org. You can also follow the museum on Facebook.
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IF YOU LIVED in the Pascack Valley a century ago and you fell ill, itʼs probable that you would have been visited at your home by Dr. Simeon J. Zabriskie, who lived and maintained a medical practice at 289 Broadway in Westwood, the present site of the CVS (and formerly Seville Diner). After graduating from New York University in 1856 and practicing for a while in the Lodi and Saddle River regions, Zabriskie moved to Westwood (then still called Pleasantville) in 1869. At the time, construction of a railroad line extending through the Pascack Valley had just begun. When the line opened in Westwood in 1870, the train came right past the doctorʼs newly constructed house on Broadway. His was one of an estimated 25 homes standing in the Westwood area at the time. In those days house calls were the norm, but with horses being the main mode of transportation between towns, much of the doctorʼs time would have been consumed by travel. In his 1979 book “The Early Physicians of Northeastern Bergen County,” author Michael Nevins, M.D., explains that Dr. Zabriskie would travel as much as 30 miles a day, first on horseback and later by buggy, visiting patients living anywhere from River Edge to Montvale. By 1902, the doctor would make about three house calls per day. The usual charge for a visit was just $1. To request a visit from the physician, one would leave a note at the post office or town hall on a bulletin board exclusively used by doctors. Dr. Zabriskie practiced medicine for almost 50 years before he retired due to cataracts in 1904. He was replaced by Dr. George Max Levitas, who took over in 1905. In the early days, Levitas often made his house calls on a bicycle.
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All Bergen County schools go to distance learning amid pandemic All 75 public school districts in Bergen County will transition to offsite online distance learning this week, as officials scramble to control community spread of COVID19, or the coronavirus, now a worldwide pandemic. “With the continuing spread of COVID-19 throughout Bergen County, it is imperative that we take action and do everything in our power to protect our 1 million residents,” said County Executive James Tedesco. “This includes, our 75 school districts, which have almost 170,000 children, 16,000 teachers and hundred and hundreds of administrative, custodial and support staff.” There are 13 confirmed cases in five Bergen County municipalities, including four in Englewood, one in Fort Lee, two in Bergenfield, five in Teaneck and one in Little Ferry (patient deceased). “If we donʼt do this, our numbers will continue to increase and increase. And we have to play offense, we canʼt play defense,” said County Health Officer Hansel F. Asmar. “If we donʼt mitigate, weʼre going to be in serious trouble.” COVID-19 cases continue to increase throughout the United States, reaching 1,215 as of March 12, in 42 states plus the District of Columbia, and 36 had died. One of the new cases is a child less than 16 years old, showing this can impact young people and those of all ages, said Freeholder Chairwoman Mary J. Amoroso.
Bergen County-run senior centers have already been ordered closed, with those over 60 considered the most vulnerable to the deadly virus, Tedesco said. And visitation to longterm care nursing facilities has been largely suspended. This as Gov. Phil Murphy earlier recommended cancellation of all public gatherings of more than 250 individuals. “Today, [March 12,] based on guidance we have received from the Commissioner of Health, we are recommending the cancellation of all public gatherings throughout New Jersey of more than 250 individuals, including concerts, sporting events, and parades,” said Gov. Murphy. “These measures are being taken as part of our coordinated response to the continued outbreak and to aggressively mitigate the spread of the virus. “Additionally, for all events, we recommend that everyone practice commonsense hygiene, like washing hands routinely, staying home if you do not feel well, and keeping a sixfoot distance from others,” Murphy
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American society at large is feeling the implications of the new pandemic, with New York City and Bergen County postponing St. Patrickʼs Day parades, the National Basketball Association, National Hockey Association, Major League Baseball and the National Collegiate Athletic Association all canceling major events, as well as New Yorkʼs iconic Broadway theater district being shuttered for the next month. Tedesco also encouraged public and private businesses to let employees stay home and use telecommunication to work, while tending to their families.
He also asked all private and religious schools follow along with this directive, noting the regional Rabbinical Council has already shut schools and banned public gatherings. “It is vital that we protect our children from the dangers of this virus and the community spread of this virus,” said Tedesco. “Unfortunately, this virus is not going anywhere for the time being.” Virtual learning, using computers to connect students with teachers and peers, is now widespread on college campuses and was piloted locally by Pascack Valley Regional
High School District, which had attempted to use the practice during years when winter weather had caused an abundance of cancellations. “We have the technology to do it and our school partners have been working hard to set up preparedness for this home learning,” said Amoroso. “And itʼs absolutely the right thing to do.” For more information on the pandemic, visit the Centers for Disease Control, or the New Jersey State websites, at cdc.gov/coronavirus and nj.gov/health, respectively.
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“care teams” in every school to identify and help at-risk teens, said Bergen County Prosecutorʼs Office officials. The report by the Prosecutorʼs Office Safe Schools Task Force is its second annual report detailing school security progress and recommendations for 2020. Formed in April 2018 following the Parkland, Fla., high school shooting, the task force consists of five committees charged with reviewing “best practices” and providing suggestions for school safety and security. Its first report was issued in March 2019 and focused on suggestions and best practices to prevent school violence and make schools safe. The new report emphasizes immediate needs and lays out the groupʼs progress since last March. It notes that three training sessions offered—covering activeshooter response, mental health and building security—have trained more than 4,500 education professionals, support staff, and law enforcement officers. It notes active-shooter response training was recently expanded to county libraries, which regularly provide activities for and host school children. The task force conducted risk vulnerability audits in 25 school facilities and visited 18 school districts to review “lock down” pro-
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ʻMany have notʼ trained The report points out though many districts have signed up for free training sessions offered by task force professionals, “many have not. We continue to strongly suggest that all school districts avail themselves of these trainings for their personnel.” Over the last year, the mental health committee provided mental health training to 1,337 school personnel in 63 schools. Moreover, task force members strongly pushed for creation of “assessment care teams” at schools and offered training on how to establish such teams, including team leadership and make-up. Such so-called ACT teams include the principal, a mental health professional, and trained school safety personnel. The committee suggests close interaction between the ACT team and other intervention and referral services “to identify students struggling with personal, mental health, emotional, substance abuse, and other issues.” Another 2020 goal is to have “greater interaction” with a county superintendentsʼ association to seek the groupʼs input. App non-use ʻunacceptableʼ
During an interview with Robert Anzilotti, Prosecutorʼs Office chief of detectives, and Supervising Senior Assistant Prosecutor Martin Delaney, both officials said the lack of implementing an anonymous tip reporting system via the LiveSafe app, which was highlighted in its first report, was “unacceptable” and was a top task force priority for 2020. Both said area superintendents appeared to have privacy concerns and saw use of the app as “more burdensome” to them due to districts needing to investigate false or inaccurate tips and wasting time and resources. Both officials said districts are required by law to set up an anonymous reporting system to provide for input from students and parents, and most have failed to do so. “Thereʼs not a single district thatʼs embraced this (LiveSafe) app,” said Anzilotti on March 4. “Frustration is an understatement. Hopefully parents will understand the importance of this and want it,” he added. He said despite the Prosecutorʼs Office “answering a lot of concerns” about the app from superintendents, LiveSafe has not been downloaded by many students or parents.
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The New Jersey State Police are asking witnesses to Wednesdayʼs fatal car accident on the Garden State Parkway to reach out with any information that could help the investigation. Shang Ah Nam, 53, of Hillsdale was killed—pronounced dead at the scene—when her Toyota RAV 4, disabled following a mishap that remains unclear, was subsequently hit in the EZ-Pass express lanes on the southbound parkway, at exit 166, just before 6 a.m.
The driver of the second vehicle, a 40-year-old Upper Saddle River man at the wheel of an Audi A4, was taken to The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood with injuries that authorities said werenʼt considered life threatening. He is not being charged, police said. According to New Jersey State Police Trooper Charles Marchan on March 12, Nam was waiting in her car with her seatbelt on when she was fatally struck. Investigators are working to piece
together how Namʼs car became disabled. She might have hit debris or collided with another vehicle that then fled the scene, Marchan said. Photos at the scene showed both vehicles sustained heavy damage. The Bergen County Sheriffʼs Office also responded. The express lanes were closed for approximately three hours after the tragic incident. Anyone with information that could help investigators is asked to call the state police at (609) 8822000.
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At Immaculate Heart Academy, mathematics and science are two of many subjects in which students excel. To honor the hard work, dedication, and passion IHA students show for the two subjects, the school on Feb. 5 welcomed candidates and families to the 2020 Induction Ceremony of The Science National Honor Society, founded at IHA in 2016, and Mu Alpha Theta, the National Mathematics Honor Society, founded in 2018. Congratulations to the 21 newly inducted SNHS members: Abigail Auty of Monroe, N.Y.; Alexandra Betsy of Upper Saddle
Hillsdale; Jennifer Lawrence of Pomona, N.Y.; Katherine Mackey of Oakland; Daniela Makowka of Wayne; Julia Marotti of Ramsey; Hanna Martin of Woodcliff Lake; Clare McGowan of Franklin Lakes; Allison Monroe of Paterson; Freya Nair of Wanaque; Geri Tabbachino of Emerson; Lauren Turci of Wallington; and Sarah Zampino of River Edge Congratulations as well to the 15 newly inducted members of Mu Alpha Theta: Jennifer Ahn of Ramsey; Abigail Auty of Monroe, N.Y.; Alexandra Betsy of Upper Saddle River; Angelina Casale of Hasbrouck Heights; Bianca DʼCosta of Maywood; Nicole Erik
CONGRATULATIONS TO the newly inducted members of IHA’s Science National Honor Society.
River; Loretta Borghi of Harrington Park; Angelina Casale of Hasbrouck Heights; Katherine Conway of Ridgewood; Bianca DʼCosta of Maywood; Valerie Hiemer of Ramsey; Julia Kapitan of Allendale; Niamh Keegan of Saddle River; Cailee LaFrance of
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Lauren Turci of Wallington. Founded in 1960, Immaculate Heart Academy is an all-girls Catholic regional high school of the Archdiocese of Newark presently celebrating its 58th year. A Blue Ribbon School, IHA enrolls approximately 800 girls in a competitive college preparatory program from more than 100 towns in Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Hudson and Essex counties in New Jersey and Rockland and Orange counties in New York. Immaculate Heart Academy is at 500 Van Emburgh Ave., NEWLY INDUCTED members of Mu Alpha Theta with Township of Washington. current members. All are outstanding.
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8 MONTVALE Congratulations to Pascack Valley Regional High School District Gale Mangold, student assistance coordinator par excellence. The New Jersey Association of Student Assistance Professionals ASAP-NJ named Mangold its Jim Mulhern Student Assistance Counselor (SAC) of the Year on Friday, Feb. 28 at its annual conference. The award honors the recipientʼs “positive influence, nurturing personality, and outstanding support of fellow student assistance coordinators and students.” According to Superintendent P. Erik Gundersen, Mangold has spent 38 years as an educator and 33 years in the Pascack Valley Regional High School District. As a SAC in the district, she has provided prevention, intervention, referrals and sup-
port for addiction and mental health counseling for our students and families. “Her role has been a labor of love helping families through crisis and recovery for myriad mental health needs. Through the years, Mangold has been advisor for various prevention/service clubs, peer leadership coordinator and provided school wide programs on character education, drug alcohol education, anti-bullying awareness, to name a few,” Gundersen said. He added that Mangold has spearheaded partnering with community leaders to help build resilient families and reduce the incident of high-risk teen behavior as a coordinator of the Hills Valley Coalition for Resilient Youth (HVC). “Her leadership providing com-
munity educational programs has unified the prevention efforts to reduce at risk teen behavior and build family resiliency in the Hillsdale, Montvale, River Vale, and Woodcliff Lake communities,” he said. Gundersen added, “We are incredibly proud of Ms. Mangold for not only this award but also for all of the hard work and dedication she has shown our community.” HVC is an alliance of community members working to promote a stigma-free and substance-free environment for the families of Hillsdale, Montvale, River Vale and Woodcliff Lake. Composed of school officials, municipal leaders, law enforcement officers, business leaders, health providers, faith-based leaders, and residents, the organization educates
LATEST RECOGNITION: Gale Mangold, NJ Student Assistance Coordinator of the Year. Photo: Dr. Sean Struncis and informs the community about Dr. Its spring Mental Health stigma-free mental health and provides a safe and substance-free envi- Resource Fair is Wednesday, April ronment that reduces at risk teen 22 at Pascack Hills High School behavior and supports a healthy fam- from 6 to 7 p.m. Keynote speaker is Dr. Claudia Black, who will speak ily lifestyle. Its next organizational meeting from 7 to 9 on “Unpacking Family is April 13 at 5 p.m. at the Montvale Baggage: Healing from Trauma and Municipal Complex, 12 Mercedes Addiction.”
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Girl Scout Cookie sales, winding down, support the troops the scouts. Among the varieties for sale is the Lemon-Up, the latest addition to the cookie lineup, and a box of which Pascack Press received with a press release last week promoting the remaining weeks of cookie sales. Girls are meeting their sales challenge with a social media challenge as well. Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey are participating in the #JumpUpForLemonUps challenge. Girl are taking pictures and videos of them jumping for joy for Lemon-Up Girl
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Still craving Girl Scout Cookies? Itʼs not too late to get some of your favorite treat. Girl Scouts across northern New Jersey will continue selling Girl Scout Cookies through April 19 at more than 800 booth sales throughout Bergen, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, and northern Warren counties. Unless theyʼve been cancelled or postponed. Check with
Scout Cookies and tagging two more friends to join them, said the press release. We should say that the unsolicited box of $5 Lemon-Up cookies—they were delicious—had no bearing on our decision to promote the sales. Sure, we liked them. But we donʼt rely on promotional cookies; one of our staffers recently sold a bunch here for her daughter and weʼd already loaded up on the mainstays: Tagalongs, Do-si-Dos, Trefoils, Girl Scout Sʼmores, and Thin Mints. Weʼre not swayed by hand-
outs, is what weʼre saying. In fact, whether youʼre the Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey or anyone else with cookies, pastries, or other confections to move, please note that weʼre ethically bound to decline gifts. “The public is welcome to jump up for Lemon-Ups as well. Itʼs a fun way to celebrate our new cookie and a fun way for girls to continue to enjoy Girl Scout Cookie season,” the scouts said in their press release, which we might well have run even without the stash of Lemon-Up cookies. We looked a bit deeper, learning for example, that the Girl Scouts recommend trying classic Lemonades and new Lemon-Ups, available in select markets, “for the zesty, refreshing taste of lemon in your Girl Scout Cookie!” Most Girl Scout Cookies sell for $5 a box. Gluten-free Toffeetastic cookies and Sʼmore cookies sell for $6 per box. Betty Garger, president and chief executive officer of Girl
Scouts of Northern New Jersey, said in the press release, “Girls love holding booth sales because it is another opportunity to sell more cookies to fuel their goals of participating in a program activities, taking a trip, or giving back to the community with a service project.” Itʼs entirely possible weʼd have run Gargerʼs comments without the sample of LemonUps, which we didnʼt think weʼd like at first but fell in love with at first bite. “Itʼs also a good opportunity for the public to support our young entrepreneurs, especially if they do not know a Girl Scout selling in their area,” Garger said. One of our managers noticed the Lemon-Ups box, which weʼd left open near the printer and fax machine, and announced that he loves anything lemony. A telltale rustling followed. He strikes us as a stick-toCONTINUED ON PAGE 16
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Investments have historically yielded positive results to investors who bought when others were fearful, sold when most others were confident because the markets were up, and stood their ground when the situation was unclear. While past performance does not guarantee future results, one defense against short-term fear is long-term confidence. Rather than reacting to the daily ups and downs of the market, we can look at some potential ways to help decrease the impact of volatility on your portfolio and potentially minimize exposure to any one security, asset class, or industry sector over the long term. Let's continue to focus on making sure your investment portfolio stays properly balanced relative to your goals and target asset allocation. If you have any questions or want to take another look at your investment objectives, tolerance for risk, and investment risk, please call the office.
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Stonybrook Swim Club nabs a 2020 ‘Best of Bergen’ The club also features a fullservice snack bar, two gazebos and a pavilion for shade, hot showers, and state-of-the-art changing areas in the newly tiled bathrooms. (201) said its readers cast more than 240,000 votes—nearly double the previous record of 123,000 set two years ago. Finalists in the pool category
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TURN YOUR FINE WATCHES, DIAMONDS, GOLD, & ESTATE JEWELRY INTO GREEN NICE! Stonybrook Swim Club nabs a 2020 ‘Best of Bergen.’ “The club offers a number of Hughes touted “the great sense of community that can be seen and membership options to fit almost any felt every day at Stonybrook Swim interest or budget. Stonybrook hosts its first open Club.” Stonybrook has a variety of daily house of the season on May 17 from kidsʼ activities, including camps, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. New members will swim lessons and arts and crafts class- receive 10% off their membership. Stonybrook Swim Club offers a es, sports, games, which are available broad range of activities beyond the to members and non-members. Newer camps include the Guppy pools. Members have access to the Swim Camp and the Fin Fitness basketball court, playgrounds, pingCamp for children 5–12, and offer- pong tables, plus theme nights, movie nights, and live bands and music. ings for adults.
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Congratulations to Stonybrook Swim Club, named Best Pool in Bergen County 2020 by (201) Magazine. On a luxurious 12 acres, Stonybrook has five fun, fabulous pools with something for everyone. Director Patty Hughes told Pascack Press that Stonybrook won for its welcoming amenities and diverse offerings. On its Facebook page, congratulations were pouring in following the announcement. Hughes said voters praised Stonybrookʼs 50-meter pool with a spiraling 14-foot slide, the intermediate pool with its mini tube slide, umbrella showers and a squirting elephant in the kiddie pool, a state-of-the art 12-foot diving tank, and 25-meter heated competition pool for swim teams. That pool, she said, converts into a three-lane lap pool and a wading pool for seniors. “The pools are the hub of summer activity at Stonybrook. You can find it all at Stonybrook, from beginners learning to swim to adults getting their aquatic workout in to our championship swim and dive team holding exciting competitions and meet,” she said.
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Lakeside Choraliers take on Roaring Twenties Annual Community Dinner Rehearsals begin 7:30 p.m. The Lakeside Choraliers spring concert, “The Roaring looks forward to a look back … Twenties,” featuring songs by Irv- on Monday, Jan. 27 at St. Paulʼs and Raffle on March 27 ing Berlin, Cole Porter, and Episcopal Church, 4 Woodland at the Roaring Twenties. Join the Lakeside Choraliers as the adult choir prepares for its
George and Ira Gershwin, on Sunday, May 17.
The boroughʼs annual commuRoad, Montvale. New members nity dinner and raffle on Friday, are welcome. March 27, sponsored by American Legion Post 153, benefits your hosts, Montvale Boy Scout Troop 334. The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. at Fieldstone Middle School, 47 Spring Valley Road.Come out and clown entertains children with join your community for food, balloon art. friends, music, a tricky tray raffle, Tickets are sold in advance only, $7 all ages. For tickets or PASCACK VALLEY more information, write the troop at troop334mail@gmail.com or PO Box 641, Montvale, NJ 07645.
and more! Dinner includes a full pasta and meatball entree, salad, and fresh garlic bread. After dinner enjoy a dessert and coffee. After the raffle, a clown entertains children with balloon art. Tickets are sold in advance only, $7 all ages. For tickets or more information, write the troop at troop334mail@gmail.com or PO Box 641, Montvale, NJ 07645.
The St. Thomas More Council #2188 Westwood/Hillsdale will scheduled a Lenten Pasta/Shrimp Dinner on Friday, March 27 at 6 p.m. at 40 Crest St. in Westwood. The menu: grilled shrimp, pasta, bread/butter, tossed salad, dessert, soda, and coffee/tea. Also a cash bar and 50/50. The cost is $12 per person or
$30 per family (parents and minor age children). This dinner is a preview of the councilʼs Friday Night Dinners for the year. Monies raised from these dinners fund the councilʼs many charitable activities and contributions. For reservations contact Frank Mariconti at (551) 5791123 or fms12250@aol.com.
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The Seventh Annual Joan Angela DʼAlessandro Memorial Foundation Bowling/St. Patrickʼs Day “Wear the Green” Fundraiser is set for Sunday, March 22 at Montvale Lanes in Montvale from 6 to 9 p.m. The cost is $25 per person in
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Hillsdale United Methodist Church will host a Spring Fling on Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Fellowship Hall.
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St. Andrewʼs 50+ Club presents a murder-mystery lunch, “Top oʼ the Mourninʼ,” on Tuesday, March 31 at noon at Emerson Hotel. The cost of $50 per person includes a full course lunch and gratuity. For more information, participants were asked to call Hilda at (201) 265-5257 before Feb. 15. Watch for upcoming events: Jersey Dreamers Dinner-Dance in April and trip to the Statue of Liberty in June.
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The event is sponsored by the United Methodist Women, who work year-long to raise funds for missions worldwide. According to Hillsdale resident Amy Villegas, “This is a chance for our community to do some spring shopping in a way that will benefit others. Shopping local and supporting our church
will be the best way to get some great products as well as support our missions.” Vendors include crafters, local artisans, jewelry, skin care and more. Local businesses and organizations interested in participating should email Lesa Brinker at umwrocks@gmail.com or call (201) 390-7442.
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Masonic Temple Lodge #173 hosts breakfast with the Easter Bunny on Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Masonic Temple, 275 Kinderkamack Road. Dine with the bunny and enjoy a delicious breakfast of pan-
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‘Curtain’: PHHS Players rise to the challenge leading to a Best Actor win for David Hyde Pierce. PHHSʼs production of “Curtains” could be its best yet—this certainly seems to have been the programʼs most ambitious. The cast and crew had the support of a 15piece professional orchestra. The school edition departs from the Broadway production. As the publisher explains, “In some cases problematic language has been changed, while in others an alternate choice is offered at the FROM PAGE 1
discretion of the director. Additional casting opportunities for female roles has been provided.” A Pascack Hills Players fan on Facebook posted, “Loved the show ʻCurtains.ʼ Went with my 9-yearold and she enjoyed it very much! Great job kids!”
— Director Allison Andresini
Cast, crew deliver Andresini called “Curtains,” her first main stage production at the district, “a huge show, a challenging show with a lot of dancing, a lot of challenging music.”
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WHODUNNIT? The ‘Curtains’ cast includes Alex Moss, Niki Harris, Yemie Woo, Heather Fusco, David Kim, Eddie Walker, Grace McGory, Matt Carolan, Maddy Leibman, Jesse Hopper, Elizabeth O’Keeffe, Declan Cleary, Maeve Frize, Jacob Levin, Ari Sharon, and Terrence Frize.
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She said, “Itʼs been incredible working with these really talented kids on such an interesting and, I would say, challenging new experience for them.” Andresini said, “Itʼs the largest show weʼve ever done at Pascack Hills in terms of production values, in terms of pit size, in terms of how many leading roles there are—itʼs been an amazing year, and I feel really grateful to have the opportunity to work with these kids.”
2019 hire knows her stuff Andresini, who joined the district in 2019, is a filmmaker, theater director, editor, and producer. She says online she got her BFA in acting from Montclair State University and that in 2013 she cofounded Walking in Space Productions, a theater and live music production company based in northern New Jersey that strives “to create
art that is socially conscious, to tell stories that are both current and timeless, and to communicate truthfully with our audience.” She is in preproduction for her next two short films, “As We Are No Longer” and “Alan Builds A Fire,” both of which, she said, deal with themes of grief and loss.
A show comes to life “Curtains: School Edition” musical direction was by Kevin Lynch, with choreography by Adria Warfield, co-technical direction by Andresini and Ryan Dore, lighting design by Frank Viskup, and costume design by Meghan OʼBeirne and Erin Gonyeau. The cast: Alex Moss, Niki Harris, Yemie Woo, Heather Fusco, David Kim, Eddie Walker, Grace McGory, Matt Carolan, Maddy Leibman, Jesse Hopper, Elizabeth OʼKeeffe, Declan Cleary, Maeve
Frize, Jacob Levin, Ari Sharon, and Terrence Frize. Featured ensemble: Reece Ferrentino, Olivia Martinez, and Rachael Lokshin. Featured dancers: Rebecca Cohen, Reece Ferrentino, Nathalie Godoy, Scianna Scott, Rebecca Singleton, Riley Solomon, Ariellys Then, Shariany Then. Ensemble: Gia Madaio, Emma Schatzberg, Arielle Solomon, and Olivia Sullivan. Stage manager was Valentina Cannao, with assistant stage managers Jacqueline Hartman, Aaron Solomon, and Kaitlyn “OY” Vindigni; with running crew Kylir Alexander, Christopher Arrabito, Hannah Baskin, Simantha Brisman, Sean Manole, Michael Mashini, and Logan Speidel. A/V was by Connor Aherne, Shaan Dalal, Matthew DiBella, and Sabrina Moe. Property master was Ethan Ferrer. Costumes were by Jasmine Delgado, Chantal Effrat, Keira Ferrentino, and Charlotte Scholze The troupe thanked construction helpers Bibiana Prada, Ryan Yannalfo, Scott Cannao, Mike Manole, and Dave Facenti, and extended special thanks to Hayden Zedweig. — John Snyder
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DR. KAPLAN: ‘How to keep your immune system healthy’
Coronavirus has killed about 30 people in the United States this year. To put things in perspective, that is about the same number of peoDR. ERIC KAPLAN, ple that die yearly from KAPLAN BRAIN & champagne BODY corks or coconuts falling on heads. The flu, which is a lot more dangerous than coronavirus, kills about 20 to 30 thousand people a year. Interestingly though, the solution to preventing and stopping the coronavirus is very similar to preventing and stopping the flu. The first step is to wash your hands frequently. However, I am not
a huge fan of antibacterial soaps, liquids, lotions, and sprays. In my opinion, soap and water are more effective. Try not to touch your face or mouth unless you have just washed your hands. Also instead of shaking hands with friends or coworkers, do a fist bump or knock elbows. Lastly, cough or sneeze into your elbow rather than your hands. This will help prevent the spread of the virus. Now although these are very common ways for germs to spread, the dirtiest place for germs is the cell phone. Most people do not wash their hands before touching their cell phones so there are so many different types of bacteria and viruses that are spread via the phone. So please start cleaning your cell phones frequently because that will help to stop the spreading of the coronavirus. If you are sick, have a sore
throat, or are coughing or sneezing, do the right thing and stay home. We have to be responsible citizens and self quarantine. If we are not responsible eventually the government will make the decision themselves and quarantine us without our consent. They will also mandate medical treatments without our consent in the interest of “public health.” If we are smart citizens now and eat healthy, drink water, sleep seven to eight hours a night, reduce emotional stress, go outside to get sunlight and oxygen, exercise frequently, and educate friends and family, we will prevent this pandemic from spreading, and will not be in a state of emergency. The key is not to panic. If you panic, that causes more stress. If you have more stress, then your immune system becomes weak. If your
immune system becomes weak then you are more susceptible to coronavirus. The coronavirus is preying on people with weak immune systems. If you avoid watching the news and stop panicking, you will reduce anxiety and stress which will boost your immune system making you more likely to stay healthy. The news will have you believe that we are all going to die, and we need government intervention to save our lives. If the government was really concerned about your health and preventing death and disease, they would be working on the real health problems in America and the rest of the world. The leading causes of death (in order) in the United States are heart disease, cancer, medication, chronic lower respiratory diseases, stroke, Alzheimerʼs disease, diabetes, influenza and pneu-
monia, kidney disease, and suicide. Heart disease kills about 18 million a year and cancer kills about 10 million people a year. Emotional stress is the most common factor amongst all of these conditions. If you are emotionally stressed, you are more likely to get heart disease, cancer, Alzheimerʼs and coronavirus. If you are interested in learning about quick, easy, and natural ways to reduce stress and improve your immune system, please call the office at (201) 261-2150 or email info@kaplanbrainandbody.com to reserve a spot for our FREE Emerson, lecture at 2 p.m. on March 21. You can also visit our website at www.kaplandc.com for more information or subscribe to our youtube channel or Facebook page at Kaplan Brain and Body.
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Kim Oppenheim, WHS grad, to bike 4,500 miles in cancer fundraiser
This summer, resident Kimberly Oppenheim will bike 4,500 miles across the United States, from Baltimore to San Francisco, with the Ulman Foundationʼs 4K for Cancer. A graduate of Westwood Regional High School and Rutgers University, Oppenheim will graduate Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences—Boston as a physician assistant this May. She told Pascack Press on March 6, “I am fortunate to be in good health, to have a strong interest in medicine/oncology, and to have a love for exploring the outdoors.” She said, “Along this ride, I will use these passions to help those who have to put theirs on hold and to make their transition back to health go far more smoothly.”
Along this ride, Oppenheim will bring hope, awareness and love to the young-adult cancer community across the country. Throughout her academic journey, she said, she learns not
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the medical implications of cancer treatment and she works with those impacted by this disease through rotating at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, where she takes part in top cancer care. The Ulman Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that supports young adults, and their loved ones, impacted by cancer. You can support Oppenheim in her fundraising efforts by visiting give.ulmanfoundation.org/4k2020/KimOppenheim. Alternativelty, send your donation to 1215 E. Fort Ave., Suite 104, Baltimore MD 21230 with Kimberly Oppenheim in the memo line or an attached note that your donation is for Kimberly Oppenheimʼs personal 2020 4K for Cancer fundraising. If someone you know who is
or has fought this battle, Kim will bike in their honor. Leave their name in the comment section of the donation page. We reported Dec. 23, 2019 that former Westwood Regional cross-country and track star Annalise Jarski, who is now attending Binghamton University, is looking forward to running across the country this year in the fight against young adult cancer. Jarskiʼs six-week journey, from Baltimore to San Francisco, will see her trekking more than
4,000 miles. Participants split this distance relay-style, running 6–16 miles per day. Ten rest days scheduled throughout the run include time for community outreach and hospital visits. All proceeds raised for the Ulman Foundation 4K For Cancer 2020 support the nonprofitʼs mission of “changing lives by creating a community of support for young adults, and their loved ones, impacted by cancer.”
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avirus as a Democratic “hoax” and spoke from the Oval Office to assert in part, “The virus will not have a chance against us. No nation is more prepared or more resilient than the United States.” He also announced a derided unilateral 30-day ban on travel to the United States by Europeans (the U.K. excepted) and restrictions on cargo. Pascack Press, which every week publishes community events in and around Emerson, Hillsdale, Montvale, Park Ridge, River Vale, the Township of Washington, Westwood, and Woodcliff Lake, and the wider Bergen County, at press time was unable to confirm just which of the many events weʼre sharing in our pages this week have been cancelled or will soon be cancelled. Readers are urged to check with event organizers and advertisers to see if their gatherings have been affected. We also strongly urge readers heed the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to halt the spread of COVID-19, for which there is as yet no vaccine or drug. “Community-based intervenFROM PAGE 1
tions such as school dismissals, event cancellations, social distancing, and creating employee plans to work remotely can help slow the spread of COVID-19. Individuals can practice everyday prevention measures like frequent hand washing, staying home when sick, and covering coughs and sneezes,” the CDC said.
County Emergency Declared In light of the death of a 69year-old Little Ferry resident, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco III declared a State of Emergency on Tuesday, March 10, for the County of Bergen, New Jerseyʼs largest county. Among the orderʼs directives: an exposure warning to seniors and other vulnerable people and an immediate ban on all county business-related international travel or domestic travel to any states that have reported COVID19 cases. Similar travel restrictions are strongly recommended to all county businesses. The Little Ferry man hasnʼt been identified but health officials said he had underlying conditions including emphysema, hyperten-
sion, and diabetes. He had no travel “nexus” to high-risk countries but worked in New York. In Tedescoʼs executive order, he said in part that the spread of COVID-19 in New Jersey at a rate comparable to the rate of spread in other affected areas “would greatly strain the resources and capabilities of county and municipal governments, including public health agencies, which provide essential services for containing and mitigating the spread of contagious diseases, such as COVID19.” He added that, following the fatality—and with a growing list of presumptive cases documented in the Garden State—the county “will implement more aggressive mitigation measures in conjunction with the current containment efforts to combat COVID-19.” Tedesco also noted that Bergen County provides the services of health officer to 35 of 70 municipalities that comprise the county and that the CDC “have determined that COVID-19 generally presents a low risk to children but seniors, particularly those with underlying chronic medical conditions are at high risk of seri-
ous illness from the disease.” Tedescoʼs State of Emergency declares: • All necessary county agencies are authorized to take appropriate action to assist municipal governments in containing, preparing for, responding to, and recovering from this COVID-19 outbreak. • All county departments and agencies immediately shall implement any and all infectious disease guidelines and protocols and use all personal protective equipment in connection therewith. • All county departments and agencies shall provide all necessary assistance to federal, state and local authorities to protect the health, welfare, and safety of the citizens of Bergen County during this COVID-19 outbreak, and shall prioritize the most vulnerable county residents served and develop the appropriate contingency plans to avoid any disruption of services. With a special focus on senior centers and Meals-on-Wheels recipients. • All county employees shall follow all local, county, state, and federal health recommendations, in addition to CDC recommenda-
tions including but not limited to handwashing, sanitizing, and basic infection control procedures. • There is an immediate ban on all county business related international travel or domestic travel to any states that have reported COVID-19 cases. Similar travel restrictions are strongly recommended to all county businesses. • In order to protect those who may be more susceptible to COVID-19, their families and loved ones, visitation at the Bergen County Health Care Center in Rockleigh, New Jersey, is hereby suspended until further notice. The facility is hereby directed to review alternative technological means to provide visitation to residents. Similar measures are strongly recommended at the many long term care and senior focused facilities throughout the County. • Bergen County residents who are seniors, particularly those with underlying health conditions, are strongly encouraged to avoid large crowds and large gatherings while COVID- 19 remains a threat.
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‘HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT DENTIST’
Most people who have dental insurance rely on their plan to guide their selection process. The thinking is that by using the PRIYU GUPTA, DDS, network dentist, the work WESTWOOD needed will be PERIODONTICS more affordable. The reason dental insurance networks are not the best way to find a good dentist is because there is no quality assessments and insurance networks are inflationary by nature. This is because they require the dentist to itemize
each service separately which frequently turns out to be more expensive when you look at the whole picture. This is especially true if you need considerable treatment. A dentist who chooses not to participate in multiple plans does so voluntarily because they have built and maintained a patient network based on their reputation and work; not by signing contracts with insurance companies whose business intent is to not pay. Some people find their dentist from online reviews sites,
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thinking, if many people like this doctor, I will like them too. Online reviews are helpful but are based on very general parameters. The person giving a five-star review for a good cleaning has no value to you if you need crowns and dental implants. Therefore, it is hard to match apples to apples, and oranges to oranges. A number of people rely on a word of mouth recommendation as means to find the best fit. They follow a recommendation from a friend or colleague who they trust, who required similar treatments or
River Vale Police Department at (201) 664-1111. Musella states that the charges are merely accusations and that the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, and he thanked the River Vale Police Department, as well as the county and state agencies mentioned above, for their assistance in this investigation. —Staff report
services they are looking for. This is by far the best way, especially if you need of crowns, implants and surgery. I am Dr. Priyu Gupta, a board-certified periodontist and dental implant surgeon. I am a solo practitioner in Bergen County for the past 12 years. My path to obtain new patients and form new relationships is based on the word of mouth referrals from my patients and colleagues, by lecturing to
other Bergen County general dentists on surgical innovations, and by volunteering my time and expertise to provide leadership to the local chapter of the ADA. I hope this column provided you with clear, straightforward information about how to improve your access to quality dental care. For more information, call (201) 664-3023 or visit us at 354 Old Hook Road #201 or WestwoodPeriodontics.com.
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Hoarding, senior scams in focus March 25
Join Jewish Home Family for afree CEU program, Hoarding and Senior Scams, presented by Marize Helme, esq. and Patty Hemphill, MSW, LCSW, CASWCM. (Check if itʼs still on.) Participants will discuss the symptoms of hoarding disorder, identify the strategies for family members and review skills in working with individuals who experience the effects of hoarding behavior. Professionals are presented
with numerous problems when working with seniors and their families. This program will address why seniors are vulnerable to scams and are less likely to report fraud. The event is Wednesday, March 25 at 685 Westwood Ave. , River Vale. Registration and breakfast start at 8:30 a.m. The program runs 9–11. To reserve your space and for more information call (201) 4784262 or write alipman@jewishhomefamily.org.
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PASCACK PRESS REQUESTS neighborhood police reports every week and summarizes noteworthy items for readers. The following are allegations. Defendants are presumed innocent until and unless they are found guilty in court.
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Nurse’s aide said in aggravated criminal sexual contact
A nurseʼs assistant from Leonia sexually abused helpless patients at nursing and rehab centers in Emerson and Tenafly, authorities charged. Han Sun Cho, 65, remained held Saturday in the Bergen County Jail folHan Sun Cho lowing a first appearance the day before in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack. Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said members of his special victims unit began investigating after Emerson police received a tip that physically helpless patient at a nursing home in town “had been sexually touched” by Cho. “During the investigation, it was learned that Cho had also sexually touched two other helpless patients at a nursing and rehabilitation center in Tenafly,” the prosecutor said. Cho, who is married, was arrested Thursday and charged with three counts of aggravated criminal sexual contact. Anyone with information connected to the ongoing investigation
is asked to contact the Bergen a landing zone at West Ridge County Prosecutorʼs Office at School. The person being sought was (201) 646-2300. located in deep woods, brought out, and transported to the HUMC main p PARK RIDGE campus. Evidence was secured. The personʼs status was not reported. No matter what problems youʼre dealing with, whether or not youʼre thinking about suicide, if Police resolved a standoff at a you need someone to lean on for Pascack Road service station on emotional support call the National Feb. 26, brokering a deal by which Suicide Prevention Lifeline tolla patron, who fueled up to the tune free at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). of $33 then claimed to have forgot- This connects to a certified crisis ten his wallet at a gym in Paramus, center near where the call is placed, was allowed to leave and return to 24/7, and is confidential. pay. Before the man left, he gave police his credentials to run through dispatch. He had no warrants. A short time later, the attendant, 44, called dispatch to say that the patron, 45, from Wood-Ridge, A resident arrived at headquarcontacted a friend, borrowed the ters on March 5 over a dispute he money, and paid for his gas. was having with a large furniture Police took no further action in store in Paramus. the matter. He said he bought $10,000 worth of furniture (including a protection warranty) from the store in December 2019. The charge was placed on his Chase Visa card. He said a few days later the store delivered a single piece of furA delicate situation shared in niture to his home. When he called the interest of promoting the avail- the store and asked about the rest of ability of mental health resources— the delivery he said he was told all and acknowledging a job well done the pieces had been delivered. by our first responders, whose work The employee also informed brings them into contact with facets him that they have his signature on of life most of us never see: file agreeing that all the furniture According to a police report was delivered. The buyer said he from March 5, a welfare check had not signed such a receipt. quickly turned into an area search He disputed the charge on his also involving officers from Wood- credit card, saying he was owed cliff Lake, a Bergen County Sher- $8,741.83 in goods and the warraniffʼs Office tracking K-9 unit, a ty. Gator utility vehicle, a thermal “On Feb. 19, [the store] made imaging-equipped helicopter, and a another transaction on [his] credit medevac helicopter. card for $8,741.83. [He] again conAir 3 helicopter and the Park tacted Chase and disputed this Ridge Fire Department established charge,” the police report reads in part. The caller wanted this incident on file while the dispute is ongoing.
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another appointment, the woman asked where she was going. The reporting officer said, “The line of questioning made the girls uncomfortable and they found it suspicious.” The officer investigated but did not find the suspect vehicle at the church she said she was headed for or in the general area. Police said, “At no time did the woman attempt to enter their vehicle, touch them, or attempt to follow them; the report was put on file in the event of further such incidents in the area. Each girl contacted their father and notified them of the incident.”
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Police Chief Michael R. Pontillo announced the arrest of Sean P. Byrne, 51, of Union City on charges of attempted carjacking, burglary, criminal mischief, and resisting arrest, and said other charges may be pending. Sean P. Byrne According to Pontillo on March 6, the day of Byrneʼs arrest, the Westwood Police Department received a 911 call reporting a burglary in progress from a Park Avenue resident at approximately 1:58 p.m. that day. Westwood police units were dispatched, as were Hillsdale units on mutual aid. One of the residents chased the suspect. During that foot chase, the suspect attempted to enter a passing vehicle in an attempt to escape the scene, Pontillo said. Byrne “did not make entry into the vehicle. The suspect was subsequently caught and placed under arrest. The investigation is continuing... and it is possible that additional charges may be filed,” Pontillo said in a press statement. Byrne was scheduled for a first On the morning of March 1 at appearance in Bergen County the intersection of Tuxedo Avenue and Servern Street a young woman and her female passenger, age and race not reported, encountered a suspicious woman they described as middle-aged, black, and speaking in what they believed to be a Nigerian accent driving a grey Honda sedan. This woman reportedly stopped them and asked them for directions to a particular church in Montvale. The complainant exited her vehicle and spoke with the woman, who then asked her to bring her to the church. The complainant declined. The woman then allegedly told her she was pretty and asked if she modeled, as she herself modeled. When the complainant informed the woman she could not bring her to the church, as she had
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Superior Court, Central Judicial Processing at the time of the statement. Pontillo emphasized that Byrne is innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. He also said that it is dangerous to attempt to confront criminals in the course of their crimes and that he asks residents “to contact the police and try to be the best witness that they can without placing themselves in harmʼs way.”
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Sheriff Anthony Cureton announces that his office offers a free 10-week program to become a volunteer for the Bergen County Animal Response Team (CART). The CART team is composed of certified volunteers who respond, rescue, and shelter animals in emergency situations with care and professionalism. The program runs at Thursdays at 7 p.m. from March 12 through April 30 at the Life Safety Complex, 1 Jockish Square, Paramus. Enrolled volunteers will learn about animal preparedness, animal bite safety, animal rescue and evacuations, understand animal behaviors, handling livestock safely, and disaster sheltering for companions. [As we know you wonʼt get this by March 12, we checked with Derek Sands of the Bergen County Sheriff's Office: You can enroll after the start date but youʼd be asked to make up the missed classes in fall, which Sands said is no problem on the countyʼs end.] The program is open to all lovers of animals who are interested in learning about how to care for them and coordinating and educating the public in the event of a disaster or other emergency. To enroll, email Gidget Petry at gpetry@bcsd.us. — Photo, below, of Bergen County Animal Response Team (CART) via Derek Sands.
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excluded from the SIMPLE plan.) What is the deadline for establishing such a plan in order for it to qualify for the 2019 tax year? The IRS deadline for establishing SIMPLE IRA plans for the current year is Oct. 1. Afterward, plans can only be established for the next tax year. An exception to Oct. 1 exists if the business is a newly established company and has never sponsored a SIMPLE IRA plan. Which employees are eligible to participate in this type of plan? An eligible employee is one who has received at least $5,000 in compensation from the employer during any two prior calendar years (does not need to be consecutive years) and who is reasonably expected to receive at least $5,000 compensation during the current year. In the planʼs initial agreement, the employer is able to reduce the amount of compensation and the number of years required. However, there is no required participation for this plan – eligible employees can choose whether or not they want to participate and contribute. How much can employees contribute to the plan through salary deferral? The maximum salary deferral limit to a SIMPLE IRA plan for 2019 cannot exceed $13,000. If an
Editorʼs note: The following article is for informational purposes only. If you own a small business (or are selfERIC KOHLMEIER employed), there are many retirement plan alternatives available to help you and your employees plan your financial future. One popular option for organizations such as sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and non-profit organizations to consider is the SIMPLE (Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees) Individual Retirement Account (IRA). Unlike some retirement plans, there are specific criteria a business must meet to participate in a SIMPLE IRA plan. Here are the answers to commonly asked questions about this type of retirement plan: Can any business establish a SIMPLE IRA plan? Self-employed individuals and employers with fewer than 100 employees may adopt a SIMPLE plan. However, the business must not maintain any other employersponsored retirement plan where contributions are made or accrued during the calendar year in which the SIMPLE plan is effective. (This does not apply to plans that cover only union employees who are
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Mary J. BEIRNE
Mary Josephine (nee Higgins) Beirne, 86, formerly of the Township of Washington, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on March 7, 2020. Born in Ballyhaunis, County Mayo, Ireland, and known by family and friends as both Mary and Jo, she sailed on her 16th birthday with her sister Muriel to New York City. Jo worked at Newsweek, volunteered with the USO, and socialized by attending Irish dances. She met the love of her life, Michael, who also emigrated from Ireland, at one of these dances. They married upon his return from Korea, where he proudly served their new country. Residing in the Bronx and as parishioners of St. Johnʼs, they raised five children. The family moved to Township of Washington in 1972 and attended Our Lady of Good Counsel church. Jo worked at Macyʼs (formerly A&S) at Paramus Park. As members of the Bergen Irish, Jo and Michael continued to attend Irish dances. They enjoyed several organized trips abroad.
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An avid walker, Jo was a long term member of the local Seniors Group and enjoyed line dancing, attending daily mass, and having coffee with the ladies. Beloved wife of the late Michael (2003), devoted mother of Michael (Lola), James, John (Susan), Mary Schouten (Dan), and Tommy, cherished grandmother of 10, great-grandmother to three with three on the way, and loving sister of Muriel Sweeney, Jo will be missed by her many beloved relatives and friends. A wake was held at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood on Wednesday, March 11. Funeral mass was at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 668 Ridgewood Road, Township of Washington on Thursday, March 12. Interment at Ascension Cemetery, 650 Saddle River Road, Airmont, NY.
Ellen Cecelia VOGT
Ellen Cecelia Vogt, 81, of Hillsdale, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2 0 2 0 . Beloved wife of the
late Charles Vogt, she is survived by her daughters: Charlene Gerbig and her husband Jim, Lauren Trudeau and her husband Mark, and Kristen Nihamin and her husband Felix; her grandchildren: James (Amanda) and Alex (Cara) Gerbig, Cassandra and Mark Trudeau, and Sasha and Cecelia Nihamin; and her greatgrandson, Logan Gerbig. The family received their guests at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, on Saturday, March 7. As Ellen was an avid reader, writer, and lover of books, please consider making a memorial gift in her name to Hillsdale Public Library, 509 Hillsdale Ave., Hillsdale, NJ 07642.
Vera Mimi SCANLON
Vera Mimi Scanlon (nee Girardon), of the Township of Washington, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2020. Vera was born May 24, 1933 to M i m i Carmignato and Giovanni Girardon, at her paternal grandmotherʼs home in Venice Italy.
According to family lore, Giovanni, a Venetian banker watched Mimi perform at La Scala Opera House and fell instantly in love with the exotic soprano. In 1921, Giovanni moved to New York when he was appointed vice president of the Italian Discount Bank. Mimi arrived later that year, under contract to perform at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York. Giovanni and Mimi prospered in New York, eventually moving into a beautiful home on the Hudson in Grandview, New York. It is there where Veraʼs older sister, Gloria Mimi, was born in 1928. The stock market crash and Depression devastated Giovanniʼs business and consumed the familyʼs savings. A few years later, a fire destroyed their home and possessions, prompting the family to return
home to Venice. Shortly thereafter, Vera was born in the home of her grandmother, Emma Girardon Rigobon. After Vera's birth, Giovanni returned to New York in an attempt to rebuild the life he and Mimi had created. In 1934, Mimi returned with Gloria and Vera, moving into the home of a friend in Teaneck. Later that year, Veraʼs younger sister Maria was born. Vera grew up in both New Jersey and New York, making friends wherever she lived. Her fondest memories were of summers in Belmont, Vermont at the home of her childhood best friend, Maureen Drescher. In Belmont, the two young girls enjoyed swimming, hanging out at Star Lake, and square dancing with the local
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boys. Her memories of Vermont with Maureen are among her happiest. Vera lived life with enormous enthusiasm, curiosity and passion. Twice voted “All Around Girl” in school, her many loves included dancing, reading, singing, movies and theater. Vera also enjoyed playing basketball, stick ball and other now unknown New York street games. Her favorite sport was baseball and her devotion to the Brooklyn Dodgers was legendary. After graduating from Blessed Sacrament High School, Vera attended St. Lawrence University, where she studied speech and theater. After two years at St. Lawrence, Vera transferred to Hunter College in Manhattan, which better suited her larger than life personality. She continued to hone her acting skills in Hunterʼs innovative program, performing in the plays of Ibsen, Eugene OʼNeill, Moss Hart, and Arthur Miller. Shortly after transferring to Hunter, Vera joined Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. She loved going to dances, following the Dodgers, listening to Sinatra, discussing movies and fighting over Montgomery Clift with her sorority sisters. While in college Vera lived with her parents in Manhattan and continued to hang out with her old neighborhood pals, including Barbara OʼDonnell, George Radice, and a new guy, just back from a soul-searching Western adventure, Jack Scanlon. Jack won Vera over with his love of music, travel and
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• Monday, March 16: Annual Golden Seniors St. Patrickʼs Party at Seasons. [Cancelled.] • Wednesday, March 18: Italian Feast of St. Joseph celebration at Doolanʼs Shore Club in Spring Lake, $60. [Cancelled.] • Tuesday, April 14: Mount Airy Casino for a buffet lunch and the Bill Haley & The Comets show. $55 includes $15 in slot money. [Cancelled.] • Sunday, April 19: “Sister Act” at the Papermill Playhouse, $56. [Cancelled.] • Thursday, May 14: Museum of Moving Images in Queens, N.Y., and lunch at the nearby Park Side
Frank Sinatra and Rock ʻnʼ Roll, $56. • Friday, July 10, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Monmouth Park Racetrack. Private room and a buffet-style dinner in the beautiful Turf Club. • In October: Lunch at the Old ʼ76 House in Tappan, N.Y., followed by a guided tour of historic Nyack and Haverstraw. • Thursday, Nov. 12: Sight and Sound Theatre in Lancaster, Pa, for “Queen Esther.” Afterward. a smorgasbord lunch at Shady Maple Restaurant. • In December: Golden Seniors Christmas Party at Seasons Catering.
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baseball and they were soon dating. When Jack magnanimously congratulated Vera when her Dodgers beat his Yankees in the 1955 World Series, the deal was sealed. John Jay Scanlon and Vera Mimi Girardon were married in New York on Feb. 2, 1957. Shortly thereafter Barbara OʼDonnell married George Radice and a life-long traveling quartet was born. Vera, Jack, Barbara and George traveled the world. They drove cross-country and cruised through Alaska and Europe. They rode camels in Morocco, ice skated on sketchy lakes, stood in awe of the Grand Canyon, and marveled at the Alps. They travelled to Venice, where Vera visited the site of her birth and stood beside her grandparentsʼ grave. She met long-lost cousins, who welcomed her into their lives and their hearts, and gave her a deeper appreciation of her Venetian heritage. Vera and Jack eventually settled in Washington Township, where they raised their girls, Debbie and Julie, and spent the rest of their lives. Shortly after arriving in town, Vera began her lifelong membership in the Contemporary Womanʼs Club. Throughout the years she held multiple offices in the club, including president and vice president. As chair of the Literature and Drama Department Vera directed, staged and performed in musicals, dramas and original revues with her fellow “actors.” Vera loved every second, the quintessential “Auntie Mame.” When Debbie and
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Julie attended elementary school at Our Lady of Good Counsel, Vera directed the Drama Club. She was also instrumental in founding the Our Lady of Good Counsel Players, an acting group for adult parishioners. Young and old alike caught the drama bug from Veraʼs infectious spirit, enthusiasm and energy. In addition to raising her daughters, and her involvement with the community, Vera had a 20year career as a personnel director with Federated Department Stores. After retiring, she continued to work with the Womanʼs Club on their many charitable causes. Of course, she also continued to pursue new interests. At 60, Vera took up tap dancing and performed, along with two friends and a class of toddlers, in the annual recital of Sandraʼs School of Dance. Vera was always seen as larger than life. She was defined by passion, childlike enthusiasm, joy in discovery, and laughter. Her contagious vitality, energy and humor inspired colleagues, students and friends. During these last few months of devastating illness, Vera has shown amazing strength and resilience. She is and was so many things, but above all else she wanted to be remembered as “a marvelous dancer with a terrific sense of humor.” Vera was predeceased by her beloved husband of 57 years, Jack, her dear sisters Gloria Girardon, Maria Milin and husband Victor. She was also predeceased by her beloved brothers-in-law, Jimmy, Jerry, and Bobby Scanlon and sisters-in-law Stella, Margaret, and Pat. Also predeceased by cherished friend George Radice and his son George Carter Radice. Vera is survived by her adored daughters, Debbie Scanlon and Julie Scanlon Young; her devoted sonsin-law, Tom Rooney and Craig Young; her granddaughter, “the joy of her life,” Sophia Scanlon Young; and her eternal best friend Barbara Radice. Also surviving are treasured nieces and nephews, Anthony, Victor, Laura and Greg Milin, and Eileen, Cindy, Roberta, Glenn,
Brian, Karen and Kevin Scanlon, and Michelle and Michael Radice, all of whom had profound love and respect for their Aunt Vera. Funeral Mass was Thursday, March 12 at Our Lady of Good Counsel R. C. Church, Township of Washington. Interment in George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus.
Daniel J. DICSO
Daniel J. Dicso, 78, of Woodcliff Lake, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 10, 2020. Devoted father of Daniel A. Dicso and Dawn Tokazowski; dear brother of Jimmy and Gary; loving grandfather of Teresa, Gabrielle, Denise, Chloe and Katrina. Born in Jersey City, Daniel lived in Woodcliff Lake for 45 years. Daniel was an electrician and a member of the Woodcliff Lake Fire Department as ex-captain and current president of the exempt association. The family received guests at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, on Tuesday, Feb. 18. Interment at George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus. Memorial contributions can be made in Danielʼs name to the Woodcliff Lake Fire Department, 180 Pascack Road, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677.
Ruth E. RAUSA
Ruth E. Rausa, born in Oradell on April 7, 1926, died Saturday, March 7, 2020. She lived in Emerson on Jefferson Avenue for 93 years. Ruth was a homemaker, Girl Scout leader, leader of the Emerson Summer Recreation Program, was a school crossing guard at Emerson High School and in Hillsdale, and was a longtime yoga instructor. Wife of the late Charles W. Rausa, she is survived by her two sons: David and his wife Patty, their three sons: Anthony, wife Rachel and their sons Roman, Nathan, and Elliott; and Alfred and his wife, Sally and their son, Kyle. Ruth loved outdoor activities, particularly gardening, hiking,
Trip Committee Chair Josephine Padovano plans all these events. For reservations, write jopadovano@gmail.com or call (201) 790-2110. Non-members can be waitlisted. There is a free exercise program at the Senior Center on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to noon. Any resident of Washington Township interested in joining The Golden Seniors can come as a guest to a meeting on the second and fourth Wednesdays at the Jack Woods Senior Center in Town Hall. For more information, call Golden Seniors President Jim Joyce at (201) 664-6725.
cross country skiing and bicycle riding. She was a lifelong practitioner and teacher of yoga who studied in India. A memorial service was held at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Eric Ayala Memorial Foundation, ericayalafoundation.org.
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Lawrence Melillo, 68, of Emerson, passed away March 7, 2 0 2 0 . L aw r e n c e is survived by his beloved wife Margaret; his children, Larry and his wife Corey, his s o n Michael and his wife Karen, his daughter Lauren and her husband Scott Carter; his grandchildren Matthew, Jamison, Timothy, Lila and Bryce; and his brother Salvatore. He is predeceased by his father, Salvatore, mother, Louise, and brother Michael. Lawrence started his career as a CPA, advancing to CFO of Millicom telecommunications until he was stricken with multiple sclerosis in 1993. Since then, his life has been filled with joy, spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren, who were his everything. Anyone who knew him knew he always persevered and never complained. The family received guests at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood on Wednesday, March 11. A Mass celebrating Larryʼs life and faith was held at R.C. Church of Assumption on Thursday, March 12. Entombment at George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital, stjude.org.
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their budgets as possible. Recognizing that these decisions may have to be made on the fly can help homeowners feel more prepared when unexpected issues arise. Bathroom renovation projects are worthwhile investments. Knowing what to expect during a bathroom renovation project can help homeowners handle all the twists and turns that may arise.
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ing tumbling, flag football, multisports, and a new, free pickleball class that will be led by volunteers from the departmentʼs Forever Young (55+) pickleball program. Adult programs include tennis, yoga, and open-gym basketball. Buchheister said this spring will mark the first time the department will run an outdoor volleyball class on the boroughʼs new sand volleyball court in Hegeman Park. Opened last August, the
court is the culmination of the efforts of Troop 350 Eagle Scout Joseph Bergen and the Westwood Recreation Department. Parents also can look forward to Spring Break Multisports Camp for ages 5–11 (April 6–11, registration begins March 9) as well as the much loved Summer Playground Program for ages 4 to grade 8 (June 22–July 31, registration begins May 1). For more information, visit the Recreation Department page of westwoodnj.gov.
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St. Andrewʼs 50+ Club presents an afternoon of music and dance featuring Joe Zisa and Friends (country and rock) at Old Tappan Manor, Old Tappan, on
Wednesday, April 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost of $57 per person includes lunch and gratuity. Transporation is not provided. Reserva-
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First Congregational, United Church of Christ, at 131 Pascack Road, invites all to a special event on Sunday, March 22—World Water Day—during the regular worship service at 10 a.m. Susan Golden, an environmentalist, scientist and hands-on-member of the Hackensack Riverkeeper Board of Trustees, will present “Climate Change:
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Bad behaviors not reported Anzilotti said a U.S. Secret Service in-depth study of 41 school shootings released in November 2019 found that an anonymous tip reporting app could help provide information to authorities in advance of an attack. Oftentimes, the study found, students committing attacks had a history of disciplinary trouble and bad behavior that was concerning to others, but these behaviors were almost never reported. The report notes that LifeSafe app tips would be categorized into areas such as facility security, threatening behavior and suspicious activity. Tips texted via the app can then be directed by BCPO staff receiving them to school officials, law enforcement.
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LiveSafe ʻan effective toolʼ “LiveSafe (app) reduces barriers to communication that typically prevent the sharing of such vital information. (It) eliminates student reluctance by providing an effective and anonymous way to share information. Importantly, information is not limited to threats of serious violence. LiveSafe can be an effective tool for reporting acts of bullying, illegal drug use or activity, or students in need of intervention or counseling,” says the report. The report calls on “all school administrators to ensure that all employees and students download LiveSafe and train on its use and functions” and requests that all local police chiefs “insist” all school safety plans include an anonymous 24/7 tip reporting tool.
Training students, parents One of the training committeeʼs new goals is to expand its programs on school safety, prevention of violence, and proper responses to school violence to include students and parents. In 2019, 3,000-plus educators and school staff attended such trainings. New student training programs being conducted in 2020 are age-appropriate for middle school and high school students, says the report, and stress the importance of school lockdown and emergency activation plans. New parent training sessions will focus on parentsʼ role in creating an effective school safety plan, and schools are encouraged to involve parents, especially with regard to their role in moderating the emotional impacts of lockdown drills on kids. Recent studies have indicated elementary school students suffer short- and long-term stress from lockdown drills, including posttraumatic stress and anxiety. The report notes during lockdowns “students often contact one or both parents by cellphone, text
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or instant message. Understandably, frightened parents call their local police department, which is already overwhelmed with its emergency response… Frightened and frustrated parents then respond to the school,” which causes traffic tie-ups for emergency responders and diverts law enforcement attention away from the threat due to parentsʼ arrival on-scene, says the report.
ʻDesignated locationʼ The committee recommends every school safety plan determine a “designated location” for parents to congregate at during an emergency, such as a library or municipal building. The training states that police and school officials be present there to update parents on the situation. The groupʼs legislative and policy committee plans to work with the mental health committee in 2020 to recommend Bergen County schools embrace the “Yellow Ribbon Schools” program that highlights schools that demonstrate excellence in mental health training, education and support. They also advocate for “mental health assessments as part of school medical screenings”—a recommendation highlighted by chair and Freeholder Mary Amoroso in a prior Pascack Press article. As part of this, they recommend “mandated psychological counselors and (mental health) assessment care teams in every school.” Other recommended actions include amending fire alarm regulations that send students into common hallways during an active-shooter situation; funding for digital mapping of schools and school security enhancements; a review of “red flag” extreme risk protective orders to reduce gun violence; and development of a state-wide school security checklist. The biggest takeaway, Delaney said, was the new reportʼs call to implement an anonymous reporting app for students, parents and educators. “The benefits of having an anonymous reporting system like LiveSafe far outweigh any downsides,” he said in an interview. Last November, the Prosecutorʼs Office announced its Intelligence Unit would be available 24/7 to take texts via the LiveSafe mobile app, evaluate the tips and generate timely follow-up responses from law enforcement and school authorities. Anonymous app urged However, despite LiveSafeʼs underwhelming rollout so far, Delaney said the BCPO would continue urging districts to adopt the mobile app. On weekends, Delaney previously noted all anonymous tips would be routed to trained emer-
gency dispatchers at the county dispatch center for immediate follow-up. “If your district chooses not to use LiveSafe, what are they using to capture tips and ʻred
flagsʼ that students, teachers and parents are picking up on” but not reporting, questioned Delaney. Although the report does not address funding resources, a state education department spokesman
said funding guidelines for about $100 million in school security dollars under 2018ʼs Securing Our Childrenʼs Future $500 million Bond Act are due in April.
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The St. Thomas More Council 2188 Westwood/Hillsdale will award scholarships to qualifying individuals to help with their educational expenses and to recognize their educational, community, social and religious accomplishments and contributions. To be considered, a candidate must be proposed by a member of
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St. Andrew Parish hosts a Catholic Women of Zion Retreat on Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event begins in the church with the 9 a.m. Mass, celebrated by Fr. Paul Cannariato, followed by the retreat in the Parish Centerʼs gym. Guest speaker is Janet Pfeiffer, international inspirational speaker and author. She is New Jersey state-certified in domestic violence issues and worked with battered women for 15 years. She specializes in healing,
anger, and conflict, creating inner peace, and becoming more Christlike. Admission of $20, payable at the door, includes lunch. Registration is necessary as the luncheon is catered. Call (201) 666-5697 by Tuesday, March 24. Catholic Women of Zion, a ministry to Catholic women, says it “strives to help women grow in holiness and to be more open to the Holy Spirit by sharing the Good News through their love and service.”
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Dear readers, With public libraries staying open to patrons—at least at press time—but many programs and special events cancelled or postponed over COVID-19, we have decided to pull this weekʼs library calendar listings so as to avoid confusion. Check with your local library by phone or its website for its activities for the week. We are providing our townsʼ library contact information below for your convenience.
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for future affordable housing was set at six dwelling units per acre. Current zoning is AH-6, which allows up to six dwelling units per acre, said Green, with an affordable housing set-aside. A previous round plan sets the affordable obligation at 127 Summit Avenue at 26 units, covered by 13 rental units and 13 bonus credits allowed for rentals. The property is wooded and vacant. Neither applicant attorney Peter Wolfson, Day Pitney LLP, nor applicant engineer Patricia Ruskan followed up on the alleged limitations on development. The property, Block 1002, Lot 7, sits in the AH-6 Affordable Housing Zone. FROM PAGE 1
The proposal includes 110 onebedroom and 60 two-bedroom units, with 26 affordable apartment units, according to Wolfson. Wolfson laid out the proposed development in detail prior to testimony from Waypoint Residential Services LLC Senior Vice President for Development James M. Driscoll and Ruskan.
ʻResort-style amenitiesʼ Driscoll said the proposed active-adult community is “a new type of rental community” targeted to 55-plus adults “not interested in a sedentary environment” which will provide over 12,000 square feet of “resort-style amenities” including lounge areas, a pool, a concierge and an activities director. Seven on-site staff would man-
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WAYPOINT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES LLC proposes a 170-unit complex at 127 Summit Ave., Montvale. Rendering looks from the south (Summit Avenue) and west elevations.
AirBNB-type rentals and was not seeking relief from it. He said most rental leases vary between nine and 15 months and he anticipated most renters would seek 12-15 month leases. Resident Noreen Siegelbaum questioned how such a large development could be built on a 28.4-acre site with many environmental constraints, including wetlands. Borough engineer Andy Hipolit explained a brief history of wetlands regulation, noting the state environmental protection department (NJDEP) ultimately decides what development is permitted near wetlands. Ruskan provided an engineering overview of the site planʼs 11 requested variances, noting “constrained land” totals 20.1 acres of the siteʼs 28.4 acres. She said 4.73 acres are “sloped EYE IN THE SKY: The proposed Summit Avenue site for a 170-unit active-adult multifamily rental complex in Montvale proposed by Waypoint Services LLC. The proposal is scheduled March 17 for a second Planning Board hearing.
11 variances requested The applicant requests 11 bulk variances, notably for maximum dwelling units per building where apartment buildings may contain a maximum of 12 dwelling units and 170 dwelling units is proposed; for maximum length of building where permitted apartment building length is 160 feet and 360.17 feet is proposed; and for maximum building height where 35 feet and two stories is permitted and 38 feet, 4 inches and three stories is proposed. Other variances include front yard setback, building setback to internal driveway, minimum landscape buffer, maximum steep slope disturbance, setback from internal street fence, maximum height fence, and parking space dimensions. The applicant requests a variance from the boroughʼs number of parking spaces ordinance, where 2.25 parking spaces per dwelling unit is required. Approximately 1.44 parking spaces per dwelling unit are proposed.
age the building including office personnel and staff, who would hire outside vendors to help conduct onsite activities such as wine tastings. Driscoll said an active-adult community appeals to older adults, generally age 65 to 80s, who “want more services and to shed the homeowner tasks” and who may own a home in Florida and also rent an apartment in Montvale. He said about 20 acres on the siteʼs eastern side will be deedrestricted “for open space and walking trails” available to apartment renters and borough residents. ʻSeamless integrationʼ Asked by Chairman John DePinto about whether there would be “seamless integration” of affordable and market-rate units, Driscoll acknowledged there would and said similar services and amenities would be offered to affordable and market-rate renters. Driscoll also said he was aware of Montvaleʼs ordinance banning short-term
at 15 percent or greater” and that the proposed 170-unit structure has a 95,200 square-foot footprint. Ruskan said the 170-unit development would have a “right-in, right-out” only entrance and exit driveway on Summit Avenue. She said the applicant was proposing a six-foot fire lane using a “toughtrack paver system” underneath a grassed area to permit emergency vehicle access on the buildingʼs western side. Ruskan also went through stormwater management and groundwater recharge plans. Under later public questioning, she conceded that NJDEP has not yet issued a wetlands permit to begin any proposed construction on site. She agreed to work with Hipolit to determine the final number of cubic yards to be moved on site, and she estimated about 36,200
cubic yards need to be moved. She said all utilities included on site would be underground.
ʻEliminateʼ variances? DePinto asked Hipolit if the applicant could do something to “eliminate” some of 11 variances requested and help it conform better to borough code. He suggested a mutual meeting with NJDEP on possible buffer encroachments. “Again this is not cast in stone in any stretch of the imagination,” said DePinto about the proposal. DePinto told Wolfson that applicant professionals could follow-up on points raised by borough professionals between the March 3 hearing and the March 17 meeting. — Photos by Michael Olohan
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