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DECEMBER 6, 2021

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Thinking fast with PV grad Jake Comito

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RIVER VALE

BIDS SOUGHT ON SCHOOL UPGRADES

Construction projects at Woodside, Fieldstone, Roberge, and Holdrum BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

Contractor bids due by midJanuary 2022 are being solicited for four major school construction projects included in River Valeʼs approved $42.5 million bond referendum, including an addition to the middle school, renovations and HVAC replacement at two elementary schools and entrance canopy upgrades at all three district schools. The $42.5 million bond referendum was approved by voters in April who green-lit two of three public bond questions, rejecting $1.7 million in bonding for mental health wellness centers in two elementary schools. River Vale Public Schools Superintendent Melissa Signore told Pascack Press that the “most significant work will begin this summer [and] we expect to have a more specific project schedule next year.”

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Jake Comito, who graduated Pascack Valley High School in 2013, has parlayed his love of statistics, whimsy, and time with family and friends into a new company, Games Over Coffee. AKE COMITO GREW UP in Hillsdale, graduated from Pascack Valley High School in 2013, and graduated from Rutgers Business School in 2017. Heʼs also seriously into a good time. Comito recently created a board and card game company, Games Over Coffee, and launched his first card game, “Whatʼs in the PHOTO COURTESY JAKE COMITO

Bank?” He says “Whatʼs in the Bank?” (with its kicker, “Bank Fast, Think Faster!”) is a strategic and easy-to-learn card game for 2–6 players thatʼs perfect for family gatherings, game nights, and trips. He describes it as “a race-to-the-finish game with a twist: the first player to finish and end the

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WOODCLIFF LAKE

ARCHERY LIMITS GET HEARING

Implications for own-land recreation, deer hunt

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

Council members introduced an ordinance revision in November to prohibit use of a bow and arrow on private property — although concerns were raised about restricting archery practice and its bearing on a possible deer hunt should one be authorized by county or state officials. A public hearing on the ordinance will be held at the Dec. 6 council meeting. Council members discussed the revised ordinance for nearly 15 minutes before its introduction Nov. 8. The ordinance revision (2116) deletes one paragraph, paragraph C, in the boroughʼs Chapter 173 Firearms Ordinance that exempts “the use of firearms when hunting in conformity with the applicable laws and regulations of the State of New Jersey.” Borough Administrator Tom Padilla said that the issue came to light following a request by a homeowner to hunt on his property, followed by police officials reviewing the borough firearms ordinance. He said police found under the existing ordinance that hunting was allowed on private property when following state hunting regulations. He said police noted under

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An estimated 200 turned out for the menorah lighting in River Vale on Nov. 30, part of a series. The event featured a huge ice menorah.

It’s the holiday season of 1978. Care to keep it local with shopping in Emerson? Here are two popular Kinderkamack Road locations, recalled by Kristin Beuscher. SEE PAGE 4

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Thanksgiving food drive! The Temple collected a tremendous amount of food to help our neighbors in the Pascack Valley. It was a delight to watch the Early Childhood Program children loading the cars and seeing our

many congregants donate food. Volunteers then drove the food to the Tri-Boro Food Pantry. That is holiness. The Tri-Boro Food Pantry, located in Park Ridge, is known throughout the Pascack Valley as a place where hungry people are fed. Over 90% of the families who come to the Tri-Boro food pantry are from the Tri-Boro area. soup to cereal, fresh eggs to fresh milk, diapers (in short supply) to dish soap, this food pantry is committed to helping people live. Simone Wilker Township of Washington For Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley

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Residents should get at least one more opportunity to provide input on a new comprehensive Master Plan update — now costing up to $70,000 — before it advances from the Planning and Zoning boards to the mayor and council for a final vote near the end of 2021, said the Master Plan Committeeʼs chairperson. The Master Plan, now in draft, will provide an overall blueprint for how Woodcliff Lake develops, or redevelops, and also set design guidelines and standards for future land use over the next decade. The next two council meetings are Dec. 6 and 20. Given recent debates over impacts from developments, traffic, and new mixed-use (retail/residential) growth occurring in Pascack Valley, the plan may also urge planners/zoners to keep in touch with county planning officials to help them better address regional impacts on the borough, said officials and residents at a recent meeting. Residents should have another chance for input, according to Master Plan Committee Chair Josephine Higgins, a former mayor and councilwoman. She told Pascack Press that once the updated circulation and utilities element is added and reviewed, she hoped a finalized plan would be up for review at the Councilʼs final regular session of the year, Dec. 20. Recently the Borough Council approved an extra $20,000 for a circulation and utilities study to be

done by its engineer, Neglia Engineering, and added to the updated Master Plan document prepared by planning consultant Phillips, Preiss, Grygiel, Leheney, Hughes, who was hired in February for $50,000 to complete a comprehensive update. The last comprehensive update was done in 2002, said officials. Moreover, the local Master Plan came under attack in 2019 when applicant 188 Broadway LLC first proposed a 60-unit rental apartment complex in a former office building along the busy Broadway Corridor. That application was denied unanimously in summer 2019 by the Zoning Board. The Broadway Corridor itself has long been studied and remains one of the boroughʼs much-debated land uses opposite Woodcliff Lake Reservoir. The area is a mix of zoning, with 188 Broadway partly zoned S-O (Special Office District) and R-15, or Residential, One-Family District (15,000 square feet). Most other parcels along Broadway are zoned B-1 (Broadway East and West) Business District., and directly behind the two Broadway zones is R-15 zoning. Recently, the same developer proposed a scaled-back 53-unit rental apartment complex at 188 Broadway, requiring fewer variances, and the Zoning Board denied the application. The board cited the legal principle res judicata, a Latin phrase meaning “the thing has been judged,” to reject the application, saying they rejected a similar application in 2019. Applicant attorneys said the 2021 and 2019 proposals for 188 Broadway were substantially dif-

ferent, but the boroughʼs attorney disagreed. The applicant twice applied for a use variance to change the S-O district to allow multi-family residential housing, recently citing a “hardship” due to Covid and a diminished market for office space. The applicantʼs 2021 proposal was denied based on res judicata, not the merits of its revised 53unit application. The office space remains unoccupied at 188 Broadway, a source of friction between the applicant and Zoning Board members during both proposals where it sought a use variance for multi-family housing. Both rejections are being appealed by the developer. Allegations in 2019 that the Master Plan was “outdated” and not in effect due to its lack of comprehensive overhaul in over 10 years have not yet been decided in court, though borough attorneys argued more recent reexaminations had updated the document. In related news, another application up for a Zoning Board hearing Dec. 14 by 216 Broadway LLC looks to convert a mixed-use building containing three residential units and retail space into a multi-family structure with six residential units. The special board meeting will review the proposal's request for a use variance where the zone is single-family but a mixed-use pre-exists and the applicant seeks a multi-family use. The Master Plan: New & Improved? During a discussion of the new draft Comprehensive Master Plan before the Zoning Board in late October, the Broadway Corridor was discussed, along with future Master Plan elements likely

to require Council actions to approve ordinances and possibly implement new zoning or land uses. Zoning Board Chair Christina Hembree suggested that an architectural review board might help design standards for the Broadway Corridor and board attorney Salvatore Princiotto said the three different Broadway zones (R-15, S-O, and B-1) offer land-use options but that there needs to be a vision for Broadway. Hembree reminded zoners

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Museum chronicles local history The Pascack Historical Society invites members of the public to stop by its museum any Sunday from 1–4 p.m. Admission is free. Please wear your mask. The museum is located in an 1873 former chapel at 19 Ridge Ave., Park Ridge. While the museum is located in Park Ridge, it tells the story of all eight Pascack Valley towns: Emerson, Hillsdale, Montvale, Park Ridge, River Vale, Township of Washington, Westwood, and Woodcliff Lake. The museum is home to thousands of objects that chronicle life as it was in past centuries. Visitors will discover a special section devoted to colonial artifacts, they will learn about why shell beads called wampum were so important in the Pascack Valley, and they will see rooms recreated to illustrate early-19th century and Victorian life. The museum also has a collection of Lenape stone tools that predate European settlement. Adults are encouraged to bring their children for a unique learning experience.

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The museumʼs latest exhibit looks at the World War II experience overseas and on the homefront. Uniforms, medals, documents, military gear, newspapers, ration books, flags, and posters are among the hundreds of objects curated to paint a picture of this important event in American history. This new exhibit is in addition to the museumʼs regular offerings and will remain a permanent fixture at PHS. For more information, visit pascackhistoricalsociety.org and follow the museum on Facebook.

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of 1978. Care to keep it local with shopping in Emerson? Here are two familiar Kinderkamack Road locations—the shopping center and train station—as they looked that December. 1. The Emerson shopping center was built in 1957 after the borough sold a large tract of farmland to a developer who proposed a retail strip mall for the site. The plan caused a lot of debate. In a series of heated public meetings during the mid-1950s, two sides

destroy the character of that section of town. At the time, the borough—and all of the Pascack Valley—was in the midst of a postwar building boom. In Emerson,

1950s to watch their community transform. Of course, we know which side won out. These days, the majority of folks living in Emerson cannot recall a time

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the population quadrupled from 1,744 in 1950 to 6,849 in 1960. Given how volatile the topic of development can be in 2021, imagine what it was like for Emersonʼs older residents of the

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before the existence of the shopping center. In 1978 Grand Union was the anchor store, with an array of smaller storefronts: Wendy Drew (womenʼs clothing), Sound Country (records and Publisher Editor Assistant Editor Art Director Director of Advertising

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stereo systems), T.J. Mavrickʼs (menʼs clothing), Creations n Things (crafts, knitting), plus pizza, Chinese food, a deli, a dry cleaner, a bakery, an optician, a gift store, and more. 2. For years the southern end of the shopping center had a bowling alley called Lucky Strike Lanes. There was also a movie theater (in this photo, the large boxy building on the left). In 2006 the original shopping center was demolished. In the couple of years that followed, the Pascack Valley Shopping Center was rebuilt with Stop & Shop and Marshalls as its anchor stores. 3. As the number of commuters using the railroad waned, NJ Transit leased space in Emersonʼs train station to sweet shop The Cookie Cupboard in the 1960s. The store, through an ownership change, operated there until 2009. In the background of this photo, on Linwood Avenue Sondraʼs School of Dance and the Whistle Stop liquor store are visible. This photo has another blast from the past: a phone booth!

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Capt. John Calamari. “It is unknown at this time how the male victim was injured,” Calamari told Pascack Press early Tuesday afternoon. Calamari said the man “was unconscious at the scene and unable to provide information but officers will be following up when he is able to communicate.” He said the landscape employee was treated at the scene for possible head and spine trauma and potential internal injuries. The patient was transported to Hackensack Meridian Health in Hackensack.

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School climate survey aims for improved campuses BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

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more informed decisions about improving school culture and climate for all students and groups of students. The BOE next meets Dec. 13. This fall, some parents questioned the board about whether inappropriate, or unwanted surveys, had been given to students at its two high schools without parentsʼ approval. This followed an updating of the districtʼs school survey policy required by a new state law that outlined nine areas of “protected information surveys” that mandated parental notice and approval before questions falling under those cate-

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Election ’21: Emerson led in area voter turnout, at 52.39% BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

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Emerson Mayor Danielle DiPaola said that her borough had the highest voter turnout of our eight Pascack Valley towns during the Nov. 2 gubernatorial election — and the second highest turnout of registered voters, at 52.39%, in Bergen County. At the Nov. 23 Borough

Council meeting, DiPaola noted local turnout ranked second in the county, behind Harrington Park, which turned out 53.34% of its registered voters. “Iʼm so proud that the democratic process in Emerson works and we will strive to engage more residents to exercise their constitutional right to vote in future elections,” DiPaola said. She added, “We want to hear from everybody, especially when it comes to electing your

representatives.” The mayor told Pascack Press a 52.39% voter turnout was good “but we could do better.” Other Pascack Valley townsʼ ranking high in turnout: Township Washington (52.21%); River Vale (50.1% the local and for regional BOE races); Woodcliff Lake (49.63%); (49.14%); Westwood Park Ridge (49.61%); Hillsdale (47.24%); and Mont-

vale (44.68%). This election, River Vale did not have a council or mayoral race. This yearʼs General Election Nov. 2 was the first election in New Jersey where early voting (Oct. 23–31) was allowed, approved by Gov. Phil Murphy earlier this year. Bergen County offered nine countywide polling places, with sites in River Vale and Woodcliff Lake in Pascack Valley. Of Emersonʼs 5,805 registered voters, 3,041 cast ballots in the General Election. This included: 2,423 voting in-person on Election Day; 448 mailin ballot votes; 123 early voters; and 45 provisional voters. Of its six election districts, District 6 topped all with 311 of 700 registered voters cast ballots, a 44.43 percent turnout. Provisional votes are paper ballots taken from early voters or Election Day voters who showed up at the polls and officials could not verify their registration. Sometimes, provisional votes are submitted by registered mail-in voters who simply prefer to vote in person on Election Day. Provisional ballots are vetted last by county election officials, following receipt, vetting and counting of all mail-in ballots. Mail-in ballots may be received up to six days after the election though the ballots must be postmarked by Nov. 2. Mail-in voters could have also dropped their ballots off at any one of 31 secure ballot drop boxes countywide by 8 p.m. on Election Day. Early in-person voting ran

nine days from Oct. 23 through Oct. 31 at nine countywide locations, including River Vale and Woodcliff Lake in Pascack Valley. About 2% of voters countywide voted during early voting, said election officials. River Vale fielded 849 early voters. River Vale logged 366 early voters. Other early voting totals in the valley included Montvale, 271 votes; Township of Washington, 261 votes; Hillsdale, 206 votes; Park Ridge, 196 votes; Westwood, 189 votes; and Emerson, 123 votes. Most early voters skewed Democratic, as did the majority of mail-in ballots in the valley, as well as mail-in ballots countywide. County Clerk Elections Supervisor Sabrina Taranto said mail-in voter registrations have increased significantly since 2019ʼs General Election, due in part to more voters preferring the convenience of voting by mail. She said many experienced the ease of mail-in voting in 2020 for the first time when Gov. Murphy mandated mailin voting due to pandemic concerns. Mail-in ballots can be returned via U.S. mail or dropped at any of 31 secure ballot drop boxes countywide. On Sept. 20, the Bergen County Clerkʼs Office had to chase after Emersonʼs 597 vote-by-mail ballots, which it sent out with a significant printing error. The county caught the error almost immediately and sent out corrected ballots, indicated as corrected, with an explanatory letter.

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An internet broadcasting service that will allow council to stream meetings “live,” archive sessions online, and provide closeups of council members and speakers and presenters during public meetings will be evaluated soon as council considers new broadcasting options for meetings. Borough Administrator Rob Hermansen said the borough should consider the new technology that will stream meetings live from the website, plus link to the communityʼs public access channels on Verizon and Optimum. “Itʼs one of the things we really should look at. I think this would be a big asset,” Hermansen said at the Nov. 23 council meeting. He said any meeting held at Borough Hall, including Council, Shade Tree, Recreation Commission, or Planning Board, could be broadcast and archived on the borough website. He said cameras and needed equipment could be installed during upcoming Borough Hall renovations after a decision is made. Currently, council meetings are broadcast live on YouTube from a single camera in council

chambers, and archived for future viewing. No council closeups are possible; only a wide view of the council dais is shown. Live streaming and archiving of public meetings allows for the public and press to access council meetings as they occur and also to watch a recorded meeting if they cannot view a meeting when it occurs. The camera does not zoom in on who is speaking or highlight the speakerʼs name or issue, such as a resolution or ordinance, being addressed. Those types of options may be available via a Swagit system, said the company website. Hermansen said Fair Lawn Borough currently uses Swagit to broadcast its meetings. Mayor Danielle DiPaola said she has received complaints that the council meetings have not been seen on at least one of two public access channels. Council President Ken Hoffman said he saw a meeting broadcast on Optimum Ch. 77 but DiPaola noted she did not find it on the Verizon community channel. DiPaola noted that many senior citizens view council meetings on its community cable channels and said she prefers to keep the broadcasts on public access channels. Hermansen said the costs are yet to be determined, but the cam-

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The chiefs of police of Township of Washington and Westwood — the communities defining the Westwood Regional School District — penned a joint letter to apprise the community of next steps following “an alleged assault” at the high school Nov. 16. Without going into detail, they said “the appropriate charges have been filed.” The chiefs, Richard Skinner

ately reported to the public, as the matters remain under investigation,” the chiefs said. “Oftentimes, these investigations follow a timetable which does not feed into the immediacy that we have become used to in society. Please also realize that details of juvenile investigations are confidential,” they added. The chiefs said, “The investigation of the initial incident by the Washington Township Police Department has essentially concluded. The Washington Township

of the Township of Washington and Michael Pontillo of Westwood — who also serves on the K-12 district board of education — said on Wednesday, Nov. 24 their departments take school safety very seriously. “As a result of an alleged assault, which occurred at Westwood Regional High School, there have been a number of additional security measures put in place to enhance the safety and security at Westwood Regional Schools. Some incidents were not immedi-

Police Department has consulted with the Bergen County Prosecutorʼs Office and the appropriate charges have been filed.” The chiefs said, “We have reviewed social media that has a nexus to this situation and will continue to monitor social media as it relates to the safety of Westwood Regional Schools moving forward.” They said they remain “in constant contact” with the Westwood Regional School Districtʼs administration “and we have collaborated in the best interest of our school community.” According to Skinner and Pontillo, “We have implemented temporary measures to enhance school security and are discussing more permanent measures. It is important for the community to understand that the Westwood Regional Schools are safe.” They said, “We worked with the school administration to identify best practices for school safety from an internal standpoint. Several of these practices have been implemented by the district. The police departments also agreed to conduct enhanced walkthroughs of all the districtʼs schools so there is overlap and an increased presence.” Skinner and Pontillo added, “We would be remiss if we didn't ask parents to engage in difficult

conversations with their children. Remind them of the See Something, Say Something approach in order to prevent issues that may escalate. The police and the school administrative teams are willing to listen to any concerns brought forward.” And they said, “Please know that we remain committed to ensuring the safety and security of all those attending or visiting the Westwood school facilities. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out for assistance.” On Nov. 17, acting superintendent Jill Mortimer wrote families to say the Westwood Regional School District “denounces violence directed toward any member of our school community” and that “thoughts are with the student who was injured yesterday as the result of a conflict that occurred on the campus of Westwood Regional High School.” She promised “a strong response to what transpired.” The previous day there was an additional police presence at Westwood Regional Middle School in Westwood after boys Pontillo said were “horsing around” a week prior caused a stir that officers determined not to be a credible threat. — Staff report

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School district officials are hoping that their outreach and referendum website engages local voters to visit the polls Tuesday, Dec. 14 and support the nearly $30 million public schoolsʼ bond referendum to upgrade school facilities, add classrooms, and replace antiquated heating and cooling systems. “The Montvale school district is facing some needs because our building systems are older and because education has evolved. Itʼs been about 20 years since the last major renovations of our schools. In addition, we anticipate needing more space as enrollment goes up,” Superintendent Darren Petersen told Pascack Press on Nov. 30. “We believe the most strategic way to pay for those costs is through a voter-approved bond referendum. That is the only way to capture a special kind of state aid, and for Montvale it means nearly $7.2 million.” He said, “Without it, the costs of those same improvements would fall 100% on local tax bills.” In-person voting on Dec. 14 runs from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m., with voting districts 1, 2 and 3 voting at the Senior Community Center, One Memorial Drive, and voting district 4 voting at the Municipal Complex, 12 Mercedes Drive, second floor Council Chambers. At the Nov. 2 General Election, nearly 45% of registered voters voted, including vote by mail and early voting ballots. Generally, special election turnouts are lower without a high-profile contest such as a presidential, gubernatorial or even mayoral race at stake to motivate voters. There will be no early voting for the Dec. 14 referendum. Voters can request a vote by mail ballot by filling out a vote by mail application and sending it to the county clerkʼs office by Tuesday, Dec. 7. The clerkʼs office mailed out 865 ballots to registered mail-in voters on Nov. 15, said Sabrina Taranto, elections

supervisor, Bergen County Clerkʼs Office. Taranto told Pascack Press that “We had way more people applying for vote by mail” in 2021 than four years ago, due in large part to nearly universal vote-bymail balloting required in 2020 due to the pandemic. With many voting by mail for the first time in 2020, she noted, many voters found it easier and more convenient and then registered to become exclusive voteby-mail voters. Vote by mail applications are available online and must be printed out and mailed, or delivered, to the county clerkʼs office by Dec. 7. Residents can find an application at https://nj.gov/state/elections/vote-bymail.shtml#applications or their local clerkʼs office. Should a voter not receive a requested vote by mail application by Dec. 14, they can still vote at their local polling place on a provisional ballot. If a voter has questions about their registration, election officials advise they call the county clerkʼs office at (201) 336-7020 or email electionsclerk@co.bergen.nj.us. “If you arrive at a polling location on referendum day and are told your ballot was mailed to you, or you are turned away for any reason, ask for a provisional ballot. This allows your vote to be counted once the mailed ballots are processed and your voter eligibility is double-checked,” notes Montvale Schoolsʼ referendum website.

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Education • Montvale is seeing significant development as previous commercial property is being converted into residential property. Planning for five new classrooms at Memorial Elementary School to keep class sizes small; • At Memorial, create a STEAM Lab; • At Fieldstone, create a STEAM Lab; • At Fieldstone, convert the

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U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) helped pass critical bipartisan legislation that will expand veteran mental health resources, help ensure veteran mothers have proper health care, and enable more veteran families to receive in-state college tuition, as a part of his commitment to fight for the 32,000 veterans and their families living in New Jerseyʼs Fifth District. The Student Veterans Counseling Centers Eligibility Act, the Protecting Moms Who Served Act of 2021, and the Colonel John M. McHugh Tuition Fairness for Survivors Act all recently passed out of the House with Gottheimerʼs support. “One of my bedrock responsibilities is to always have the backs of those whoʼve had ours. There is nothing more solemn, nothing more sacred in the oath that Iʼve taken,” Gottheimer told Pascack Press in a statement on Nov. 24. “These are not red or blue issues — they are red, white, and blue, they are Jersey issues, and Iʼve been proud to work across the aisle in Congress to improve veteransʼ benefits and care. The vital bipartisan legislation that we just passed out of the House will help ensure our brave veterans and their families have access to men-

tal health and maternal health resources and can afford to survive and thrive when they return home after theyʼve risked their lives to protect our great country. I urge the President and the Senate to move swiftly to get these critical bills fully signed into law.” Gottheimer-backed bipartisan legislation, which recently passed the House to support North Jersey veterans, includes: • The Protecting Moms Who Served Act (S. 796) — requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to implement a maternity care coordination program that coordinates, supports, and trains community maternity care providers (i.e., non-VA maternity care providers) to serve the unique needs of pregnant and postpartum veterans, with an emphasis on the unique mental health needs of those who have served in the Armed Forces. The Student Veterans Counseling Centers Eligibility Act (H.R. 4233) — will expand access to mental health services for veterans utilizing their GI Benefits at colleges and universities through established Vet Centers. The Colonel John M. McHugh Tuition Fairness for Survivors Act (S. 1095) — will

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She added, “Weʼre excited to take another step early next year toward the improvements planned for our school buildings. Contractors will be invited to bid on projects beginning in January. That timeline will allow for significant construction to get underway in the summer, when there is less concern about disruption to our students and staff.” The two approved questions provided $25 million for school facility upgrades and nearly $9 million for adding air conditioning to all three schools. Additional capital reserve funds set aside over the years for the new upgrades made up the difference in funding, school officials said. Homeowners will average an extra $123 annually in property taxes over the 25-year bond term. FROM PAGE 1

Four public solicitations for bids were published Nov. 23. These included three bid solicitations due back no later than 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. The bids being solicited included rooftop heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system replacement at Woodside Elementary School; building renovations at Roberge Elementary School; and canopy upgrades at Woodside, Roberge and Holdrum Middle School. The fourth bid solicitation includes a new addition to Holdrum Middle School. That bid from contractors is due no later than 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022. On Wednesday, Dec. 1, bid documents for all four construction projects will be available for purchase at LAN Associates, Midland Park, or may be viewed 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on business days. In mid-December, non-mandatory pre-bid conferences will be

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Summer 2022 lists new main entrance canopies at each school; an expanded entrance at Holdrum; roof replacement at Woodside; partial roof replacement at Roberge; and classroom/electrical upgrades at Roberge. HVAC upgrades at Holdrum will occur from May to October 2023. Summer 2023 will include new classrooms at Holdrum and summer 2024 concludes referendum work with classroom improvements at Woodside, replacement of unit ventilators at Woodside; and roof replacement at Holdrum.

Approximately 15% of the boroughʼs 8,561 registered voters cast referendum ballots in April 20ʼs special election, with 1,313 votes cast on Question 1, 1,309 votes cast on Question 2, and 1,306 votes cast on Question 3. Voters rejected question three, on adding two wellness centers. A link to April 20 referendum results posted by the Bergen County Clerkʼs Office can be found at livevoterturnout.com/bergennj/LiveRes ults/en/Index_6.html. For the River Vale bond referendum website, sites.google.com/rivervisit valeschools.com/rvbond/home.

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Commander Doug Frank of Gen. Leonard E. Wood American Legion Post 162 in Hillsdale requests the community write letters and cards to our local troops on active duty. “Anyone who has served in the military and has been away over the holidays knows how much it means to receive mail from home. They may not be home for the holidays so bring a bit of home to them. Please write a card or letter,” Frank told Pascack Press on Nov. 15. He said, “Letters and cards may be addressed to one of the names below, or left blank, which will be distributed to this list and others. All should be placed in drop-off boxes in the River Vale Boro Hall, Hillsdale Boro Hall lobby, or Hillsdale post office or library during regular business hours.” Donʼt stamp your letters; the post will take care of bulk mailing. The last date for pick-up is Dec. 9.

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EMERSON 20 Palisade Ave. (201) 261-5604 emersonlibrary.org • Emerson Library offers Grab & Go Crafts that can be picked up at the library and completed at home. The week of Dec. 6 brings two crafts: one for preschoolers (holiday name tree); and another for grades K-6 (snowman banner). One per child; Emerson residents only. Register online and choose the pickup day that works for you. • Baby & Me, for age 2 and under, meets Tuesday, Dec. 7 at 11 a.m. An introduction to songs, dance and fingerplays with stuffed animals and rhymes. Indoors; masks required. Register online. • Chair Yoga for adults is Tuesday, Dec. 7 from 1:30 to 2 p.m. Participants gently move their bodies, gain strength and flexibility, and find some peace together in this fully-supported, adaptable indoor class. All abilities; no experience needed. Chairs provided. Registration required. • Join Miss Victoria for Afternoon Storytime for ages 2–5 on Thursday, Dec. 9 at 3:30 p.m. Registration is recommended, but drop-in welcome. Due to capacity limit, only one adult will be permitted in the program room per family. Additional guests will be asked to wait in the main library. Meets weekly through Dec. 23. • Little ones are invited to Move, Learn & Grow with Miss Shelley of Every Little Thing Yoga. In this class for ages 2–5, children sing, move their bodies, read stories, and learn about different topics at each class—from colors and animals to feelings and seasons. Meets Friday, Dec. 10, 10:30–11 a.m. Register online. HILLSDALE 509 Hillsdale Ave. (201) 358-5072 hfpl.org • Join Maria outside on the library patio and start the day with a Chair Yoga class. Chair yoga brings the floor to you and is a gentle but

satisfying workout ideal for seniors or those who find regular yoga too aggressive. Thursday, Dec. 9, 10:30–11:30 a.m. Registration required. Class will be moved indoors in bad weather. • Zumba via Zoom is Thursday, Dec. 9 at 4:30 p.m. Janet Weller, certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor, leads a dance-based workout. Register for Zoom link. • Ever wondered about Tai Chi—the martial art consisting of slow, controlled movements with many health benefits? Then try a free class at the Hillsdale Library! Tai Chi with Master Randy is Friday, Dec. 10 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required. • Jersey Jubilation Handbell Choir will be performing a holiday season kick-off performance to delight and entertain. Across our area this show is renowned as one of the most spectacular and gratifying programs of its type and the perfect way to get into the holiday mood. Suitable for all ages. Saturday, Dec. 11 from 7 to 8 p.m. Space is limited; you must register.

MONTVALE 12 Mercedes Drive, Suite 100 (201) 391-5090 montvalelibrarynj.org • Certified instructor Amy Rutledge leads a four-session Virtual Guided Meditation Series on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. No experience necessary; register for as many sessions as you want. • Superstar Speakers, a public speaking workshop for kids, focuses on fun activities, games and improvs to boost skills and confidence in oral reports, presentations, or performances. Grades 3–8. Meets virtually on Tuesday, Dec. 7 at 6:45 p.m. Registration is required. • In the virtual lecture Decoding the Mysteries of Cats, join feline behavior specialist Stephen Quandt to learn why cats do what they do and how to decipher your catʼs behavior. Via Zoom, Thurs-

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and preschool age, but open to all. Registration required. • Virtual Take-and-Make Crafts with Miss Renee is every Friday at 10 a.m. on the libraryʼs Facebook page. Miss Renee walks kids through a fun craft at home. Call or stop at the library during the week to pick up the craft supply kit. The videos remain on Facebook; check them out live or anytime that fits your schedule. • Miss Eileen welcomes kids to join her on the libraryʼs Face-

book page (Park Ridge Public Library–NJ) every Saturday at 10 a.m. for the Virtual Book-It Club—stories, science and more geared towards kids in primary grades. No registration required. • Join Trevor Plattel live on the libraryʼs Facebook page (Park Ridge Public Library-NJ) Saturday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. for an awesome holiday-themed cartoon drawing class. KICC It Cartoon CONTINUED ON PAGE 19

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olive oil and shallots. • Remove from stove. • Add the pear and sherry wine to the chicken and shallots. • Bake in 375 degree oven for 8–10 min. (ovens vary). • Buon Appetito! Vicolo is at 216 Old Tappan Road in Old Tappan. Open Monday–Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 to 10:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 4 to 10:30 p.m. Visit Vicoloʼs website for its menu: vicoloristorante.com. For reservations, takeout, catering, and more, call (201) 497-8777.

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Friedberg Properties/Friedberg Neighbors Helping Neighbors community service group is collecting donations for local food pantries through Dec. 30, and you can pitch in. Manager and broker associate Robin Effron Malley says, “With the holiday season approaching, many people are beginning to wonder how they are going to feed their families, but the shelves in the pantry are getting bare and the need is great. We encourage everyone to donate.” Wondering what you can donate? Malley has you covered: “Think about the food you would like on your Thanksgiving table! Food banks also need the day-to-day staples. Here are a few sug-

gestions beyond the canned goods: cereals, instant oatmeal, powdered milk, apple sauce, granola bars, spices, soap, shampoo, toothpaste/toothbrushes, paper goods, laundry detergent, diapers, canned meats, stews, vegetables and fruits, bags of apples, bags of potatoes, and cake mixes.” Donations can be dropped off at any Friedberg office from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. any day of the week at 213 Rivervale Road, River Vale; 1018 Closter Dock Road, Alpine; and 105 Union Ave., Cresskill. For more information, call Friedberg Neighbors Helping Neighbors at (201) 666-0777.

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RIVER VALE 412 Rivervale Road (201) 391-2323 rivervalelibrary.org • Jewelry with Jess, for fourth grade and up, is Monday, Dec. 6 from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Miss Jess will be on hand to help you make beautiful beaded jewelry. Registration is required. • Catch the film “While You Were Sleeping” (PG, 1995) at the library during the Movie Matinee on Tuesday, Dec. 7 from 1 to 3 p.m. Space is limited. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. All participants must sign a hold harmless agreement to attend. • Kids age 8 and up are invited to an online coding workshop Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 4–5 p.m. Beginnerʼs Guide to Arcade Games: Code Your Own Games will be held virtually and is open to all residents of BCCLS libraries. Register to receive the Microsoft registration link and the meeting link. • Friends of the River Vale Library Book Group will meet in the community room Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. to discuss “The Stationery Shop” by Marjan Kamali. Register online.

• The Hybrid Knit & Crochet Club will meet both in person in the library community room and via Zoom on Friday, Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to noon. Bring a project to work on and chat with other members. All skill levels welcome. If attending virtually, register to receive meeting link. If attending in person, bring a mask and be prepared to sign a hold harmless form (if not previously signed). • River Vale Library will offer a Christmas Craft-to-Go for kids pre-K to fifth grade. On Saturday, Dec. 11, drop by to pick up a Santa craft for your child to make at home. Supplies are limited. • Are you a tea lover or just getting started and want to taste and learn? Join the libraryʼs Tea Club! Sign up each month to receive a sample of a different variety of tea. December brings a mystery tea. River Vale residents only. Register online. • The library offers Virtual Qigong classes, via Zoom, on Mondays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This class is open to all ages, and you donʼt have to be a River Vale resident. Register to receive Zoom link. TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON 144 Woodfield Road (201) 664-4586 twpofwashingtonpl.org

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• Cartooning Class for tweens and teens grade 6 and up is Monday, Dec. 6 at 5:30 p.m. at the library. A video will be posted on the libraryʼs Facebook and website. Register online. • Homework Help is available Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. at the library. Kids in grades K–5 can get homework help from an older student. Register online. • STEAM Thursday is all about making crafts and trying science experiments. The craft for Dec. 9 is a faux gingerbread house to make at home. Register for supply kit. Grades K–5. • Spice up your kitchen! Try something new and sign up for one of the libraryʼs spice kits. A new kit is offered each month. Included inside is a spice or dried herb, information about the ingredient, and some recipes to try. Register for Decemberʼs kit (cardamom) online; pickup starts Dec. 13. WESTWOOD 49 Park Ave. (201) 664-0583 westwoodpubliclibrary.org • In Global E-Pals, kids grades 3–5 write letters to students in foreign countries and virtually “visit” to learn about their landmarks and customs. Next, a guest speaker/English as a Second Language (ESL) student will meet with the group to share their experience growing up in their home country. Via Google Meet, Tuesday, Dec. 7 from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Register.

• Crafternoon (grades K–5) is on Google Meet Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 4 to 4:30 p.m. Each month brings a unique craft to assemble and create. Craft kits will be supplied and you will be contacted when they are available for pickup. One per registered child. • Get those letters in to Santa! The library will provide the paper, envelope, stickers and snack; you provide the wish list. Letters to

Santa (grades K–5) is on Google Meet Friday, Dec. 10 from 4 to 4:30 p.m. After registration, you will receive an email when the packet is ready for pickup. • Friends of the Library will hold a Book Sale on Saturday, Dec. 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Back and in-person on the second Saturday of the month. Books, magazines, DVDs and more for great prices. Donations for the sale are collected Mondays 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Film producer and Westwood native Michael W. Gray is hosting a Q&A with Frank Jasper, who played the iconic role of Brian Shute in the 1985 motion picture “Vision Quest,” a coming-of-age romantic drama film starring Matthew Modine, Linda Fiorentino, Michael Schoeffling and Ronny Cox. It is based on Terry Davisʼ 1979 novel of the same name. Modine plays a Spokane

high school wrestler who falls in love with an older woman — an aspiring artist from New Jersey on her way to San Francisco. The cult classic includes an appearance by Madonna, her first in a major motion picture, playing a singer at a local bar, where she performs the songs “Crazy for You” and “Gambler.” The special event takes place Dec. 12 at 4:30 p.m. at

the Township Theater, 249 Pascack Road, owned by township native Laura Rose (Wehner). Select scenes from the movie will be played with an open audience discussion about the movie, nutrition, sports, movies and wrestling. For tickets: VENMO @relentlessNJ $26.50 per person with names email and cell. For more information call Michael Gray at (201) 410-2778.

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The Emerson Senior Citizens will have their December membership meeting on Thursday, Dec. 9 at noon at the clubhouse, 20 Palisade Ave. Holiday entertainment will be provided by the Villano School Choir. There will be an election and induction of all club officers and two trustees. All potential candidates should present themselves at this meeting. Refreshments are provided.

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eye injuries or choking. Toys with small pieces also pose a choking risk to young children who may try to put the pieces into their mouths. • Err on the side of caution. Consumers who are uncertain about the safety of a given toy, even after reading its label, should err on the side of caution and only give toys theyʼre confident wonʼt pose a safety risk. Even toys that may seem safe

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Ghassali Supports Bond Vote The referendum has drawn the support of Mayor Michael Ghassali, who recently urged residents to approve the schools upgrade, noting that new developments, and new taxpayers moving to town in the near future, will help to reduce the anticipated yearly $325 tax hit for an average homeowner over the bondʼs expected 25-year term. The two-term Republican mayor said the “numerous developments in town will likely help to offset much of this cost for taxpayers.” School officials stress that if the referendum passes, the district is eligible for $7.2 million in state aid only available via a referendum, while taxpayers would float a bond for the remaining $22.2 million needed. The school board notes even residents without children in local schools will likely get a boost in property value when schools maintain high quality and low class sizes, especially when they go to sell their home.

Special Election Costs “We anticipate the cost to be around $15,000 based on the experiences of other school districts,” District Business Administrator Andrea Wasserman told Pascack Press Nov. 30.

We could not determine what specific costs were, despite reaching out to elections officials as two county election offices — the County Clerk and Board of Elections — did not provide cost estimates we requested by press time. However, Superintendent of Elections Debra Francica said the district would need to reimburse the superintendentʼs office for referendum costs of nearly $4,500, with some costs yet to be determined. Francica said this would include: renting eight electronic poll pads (two per district); rental of eight traditional AVC voting machines (two per district); delivery and set-up of voting machines; voting technicians (to be determined); staff overtime for voter registration deadline and election before/after regular hours; one troubleshooter; printing of forms booklet for each district; preparation of voter information; mail shop costs for sample ballots; advertising cost; translation of ballot into audio files for Spanish and Korean; sample ballots returned to county clerk at 58 cents per ballot. Had the referendum been held at the Nov. 2 General Election, no additional costs would have been charged to the district. School officials said that was not possible because deadlines to hold it then could not be met. Officials noted they decided to reduce the amount requested for bonding from the originally stateapproved $38 million to $29.4 million — and the time needed to get state and county approvals on the lower amount put the referendum past deadlines for getting the question on the Nov. 2 ballot. Within a week of Montvaleʼs special school bond referendum Dec. 14, residents should know the official voting tallies as vote-bymail ballots are due by Dec. 20. County election officials said they anticipate “unofficial results” from the $29.4 million school bond referendum within hours of polls closing Dec. 14 , and final certifications of mail-in and provisional votes likely by Dec. 21.

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Gatherings of family and friends are a big part of the holiday season. Hosting such gatherings can be a great way to show loved ones how much you appreciate them, and hosting also saves hosts the trouble of traveling during one of the most hectic travel seasons of the year. When hosting a large crowd at home, space can be a difficult hurdle to clear. However, a few helpful strategies can help space-starved hosts pull off a holiday soiree where everyone is comfortable. • Pare down the menu. Holiday feasts donʼt have to resemble medieval banquets with excessive amounts of food and drink. Hosts with small kitchens and tiny dining quarters can pare down the menu, limiting offerings to just a single entree and a few simple side dishes, so everyone feels comfortable at the table and has ample room to eat. A small menu also gives hosts more time to spend with their loved ones during the festivities. • Donʼt overdo it on drinks, either. When planning the drinks menu, avoid offering cocktails, which take time to prepare and often require guests to visit the kitchen for refriger-

ping a six-foot Christmas tree in favor of one that takes up less space. Avoid leaving any fragile decorations out, as adults or overexcited kids may knock them over as they try to navigate a cramped space. Holiday hosting can be fun, even in small spaces. A few simple tricks can make even the smallest spaces accommodating.

so cooks can work without interruption. • Move some furniture. If your main living space is small, consider moving some bulky furniture into a bedroom or office where guests wonʼt be spending time. Then make better use of the open living space by placing folding chairs or other accommodations to ensure thereʼs ample seating for everyone. A single recliner can only be enjoyed by one person, but removing it from a room may create enough space for as many as three folding chairs. • Go small on decorations. If you know youʼll be hosting in advance of the holiday season, decorate with guests in mind. That might mean skip-

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A n t o n e t Roland (née Donatuccio), 89, fondly known as “Skippy” or “Ann,” of the Township of Washington, formerly of Paramus and Lodi, passed away on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021. Beloved wife of Jerry Roland. Devoted mother of Tracy and her husband Darren Alexander and Kevin Roland. Cherished grandmother of Matthew Alexander, Kayla Alexander, Christopher Alexander, and Ryan Alexander. Treasured aunt of Michael Donatuccio, David Donatuccio, and Tommy and his wife Cheryl Donatuccio. Also survived by her best friend Mae Nalesnik and her loyal and loving caregivers Maria Farber and Madge Grant. Predeceased by her loving mother Celeste Donatuccio, her brother Thomas Donatuccio, and her sister Mary DiMaria. Services were at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Ridgewood, followed by interment at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions in Antonetʼs memory may be made to St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105.

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In 1971 Nell returned to fulltime work, joining the Grand Union Company as an executive secretary in the corporate office. In a 23-year career she became executive secretary to the CEO before retiring in 1994. Nell and Bill then spent time between River Edge and their second home in Phoenicia, New York, until 1998. They then sold the River Edge house, built a house in Homosassa, and became snowbirds for 10 years. She volunteered for five years at the Citrus Memorial Hospital Clinic in Homosassa. She loved going on Tauck Tours, golfing, playing bridge and seeing her family. She was the family organizer for reunions. They were an annual event for years in River Edge and Phoenicia and then Homosassa in 2008 when she became a full-time Florida resident. She was a longtime member of the First Congregational Church of River Edge and then the First Methodist Church of Homosassa. Nell was a good friend, wonderful wife and a great mom. She will be missed by all who were lucky enough to know her. Rather than flowers, a donation to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

Barbara J. CHRISTIE

Barbara J. Christie, 77, of Woodcliff Lake passed away on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021. Barbara is survived by her husband, David Van Houten; her children, Nancy (Brad), Ted, and Paul (Michelle); and her sisters, Paula (Jerry), Marcia (Kenny), Kathy (Peter, rest in peace). Barbara was also blessed with her husbandʼs children, Robert (Pia), David (Nancy), Billy, and Linda (Greg); her grandchildren, Jacob, Ryan, Andrew, Stephen, Brendan, Dakota, Kristen, Eric, Madison, Carly, Kayla, Ashley and Matthew; and a great-grandson, Henry. Barbara worked as an executive secretary and spent the last two decades retired with her husband in Lake Ariel, Penn. There she enjoyed traveling, bowling, golf, painting, Mah-jongg and many fun times with family and friends. Services were held at Becker Funeral Home, Westwood.

Nellie Lent (née Hazen), 92, of Woodcliff Lake, formerly of River Edge and Homosassa, Florida, passed peacefully on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021. Beloved wife of Bill Lent for 72 years. Devoted mother of David Lent and his wife Karen and Gary Lent and his wife Sharon. Dear sister of Harry and Herm Hazen. Cherished grandmother of Andrew Lent and his wife Christy. Greatgrandmother of Adam and Alyssa Lent. Also survived by greatgreat-grandson Kai. Predeceased by her parents Sadie and Herman Hazen and brothers Garry, Hank and Len Hazen. Nell was born in Midland Park and graduated from Pompton Lakes High School in 1946. She met the love of her life, Bill, Barbara while in high school at the ParaVALLARIO mus Roller Rink and they were B a r b a r a married in 1949. “Bobbi” Vallario, She started working as a sec81, of Pequanretary at Glen Rock Junior High nock, formerly of in 1946 and continued until shortRiver Vale, ly before the birth of her first passed away child in 1953. She then pivoted to Nov. 28, 2021 a very successful career as a stayafter a couraat-home mom in the family house in River Edge. She was active in geous battle with Parkinsonʼs her sonsʼ lives including several disease. Barbara Ann Fabiano was stints as a Cub Scout den mother.

born in Newark on Feb. 15, 1940 to Michael Fabiano and Maria Nicolette. She is survived by her beloved husband, Steve, of 57 years; two cherished daughters, Stephanie (Vallario) Wikstrom and Maria (Vallario) Laviano; her two sons-in-law whom she adored, David Wikstrom and Frank Laviano; and her loving grandchildren, Matthew Wikstrom, Daniel Wikstrom, Victoria Laviano, and Vincent Laviano. She met her love, Stephen Vallario, at a country club dance and was married May 31, 1964. Steve and Barbara started their family in Central Valley, New York, and in 1972 they moved to River Vale where they raised their two daughters, Stephanie and Maria, fondly referred to as “the girls.” In River Vale they enjoyed over 47 years of memories, most of them celebrating what mattered most—being with family. In 2018 they relocated to Cedar Crest, an Erikson Living community in Pompton Plains. Barbara gained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Montclair State Teachers College. She went on to have a successful career teaching at Berkley Secretarial school and carried those skills to her position as executive assistant to the Board of Education at Bergen Tech Academies in Hackensack. A natural teacher, she also directed and trained teams of consultants in Mary Kay Cosmetics earning the coveted pink car, a symbol of successful achievement in leadership and sales within the company. Barbaraʼs greatest joy was being known as “Grammy” to her four grandchildren, Matthew, Daniel, Victoria and Vincent. She was overflowing with love and adoration for each of them and supported all their interests, passions and dreams. In her spare time, she enjoyed taking pictures and spending time with the family. Barbara was one of the kindest people you could ever meet— a compassionate, gentle soul who opened her heart to many. A funeral service was held at St. Pius X R.C. Church, Old Tappan, followed by committal at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to MichaelJFox.org for Parkinsonʼs research.

Kevin J. CHRISTEL

Kevin J. Christel, 74, of Green Township, Indiana, formerly of Ridge, Park passed away on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021 following a brief illness. Kevin was born in Perth Amboy on Sept. 10, 1947 to the late John and Margaret (Blun) Christel. He graduated from Metuchen High School in 1965 and then from Buena Vista

University in 1969. While living in Park Ridge, he served on the borough council from 1984–1990. During that time he served as part of the boroughʼs Finance Committee and as police commissioner. He had a career in insurance and risk management prior to moving to Indiana. He also owned his own specialized footwear business for 10 years. His favorite hobby was railroading, which he videoed and shared on YouTube. He leaves behind his loving wife Kathy (Powers) Christel; two sons, Jason and Jeffrey; one granddaughter, Petrina; two sisters, Cathy (Christel) Ott and Peggy (Christel) Khoury; and one step-son, Scott Keegan, his wife and two daughters. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Reginald J. DUNCAN

Reginald J. Duncan, 99, of Park Ridge passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021 at home surrounded by his family, three months shy of his 100th birthday. Beloved husband of the late Christina for 65 years. Devoted father of Tina LaMere and her husband Glenn, Deborah Krebs and her husband Steve, James Duncan and his fiancee Janet Casey, Thomas and John Duncan. Cherished grandfather of Cristin LaMere and partner Amy, Douglas and his wife Cortnie, David and his wife Christina, Caroline DePascale and her husband Matt and 11 great-grandchildren, Matthew, Caitlin and Jack Turcina, Sydney, Sawyer and Alex LaMere, Joseph and Blake LaMere, and Remi, James and Henry DePascale. He also leaves behind his beloved dog Gracie. Predeceased by his sister Bertha and brother William. Reggie was corporate fleet manager for Volvo Cars of North America for 25 years, retiring in 1987. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Park Ridge, the past president of the Park Ridge Golden Age Social Club, American Legion Post 153, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was extremely proud to have served his country and to have been a World War II veteran. Reggie served with the United States Army in Europe as a member of an Engineer Battalion and participated in the Battle of the Bulge. He was very proud of his medals, especially his Expert Marksman badge. Reggie was an accomplished musician who received his first trumpet at 11. He used his talent on the trumpet to help pay for his college expenses. Thought to be the oldest bugler in New Jersey, he played “Taps” at Memorial Day, Veterans Day, and 9/11 ceremonies until he was 97. Reggie was the most loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He always put his familyʼs needs first. Even in his

final days he wanted to know if there was anything he could do for his family. A generous giver of his time and resources, he donated to numerous charities, causes, and those in need. Reggie was grateful for his long life and he will be greatly missed.

Estelle R. OAKLEY

Estelle R. Oakley (née McNulty), 79, of Montvale, formerly of Park Ridge, peacefully passed away on Monday, Nov. 29, 2021. Beloved wife of Frank Oakley for 57 years. Devoted mother of Laurie and Kathleen Oakley. Cherished grandmother of Evan Giaccio. Predeceased by her parents, Hugh and Estelle McNulty. Also predeceased by her sister, Joanne Mangels. Services were held at Our Lady Mother of the Church, Woodcliff Lake, followed by interment in Madonna Cemetery, Fort Lee. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in memory of Estelle to your favorite charity.

Frank L. LOMBARDI

Frank L. Lombardim 81, of Westwood passed away on Monday, Nov. 22, 2021. Frank is survived by his beloved wife, Jane; his children, Michael, Linda, and Larry and his wife DawnMarie; as well as his grandsons, Matthew, Ryan and Nicholas. He is predeceased by his parents, Luigi and Annunziata. He was a political reporter for the New York Daily News for most of his career. He had a strong passion for reading and he loved watching the New York Yankees on TV. A Mass celebrating Frankʼs life and faith was held at St. Andrewʼs Church in Westwood. Committal, Madonna Cemetery and Mausoleum, Fort Lee. Memorial contributions can be made in Frankʼs name to the Covenant House of Habitat for Humanity.

Colleen F. LEGENTIL

Colleen F. Legentil, 69, of Tinton Falls, formerly of the Township of Washington, passed away on Monday, Nov. 29, 2021. Colleen is survived by her son Chris and daughter-in-law Jenna, her grandchildren Gavin and Dylan, her sister Nancy Gribbon, as well as her loyal friend Ron DʼEspies and devoted caregiver Jeanne Merker. She is predeceased by her husband Bernie. Colleen worked for decades in the human resources industry as a senior consultant. She enjoyed reading and spending time at the beach. Services were held at Becker Funeral Home, Westwood, with inurnment at Westwood Cemetery following. Memorial contributions can be made in Colleenʼs name to Alzheimerʼs research.

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the ordinance a bow and arrow is a “firearm.” Padilla said, “When you look at the law, itʼs not illegal, it can be done based on the ordinance that we have.” He said the police recommended that the hunting exemption be removed. Padilla said the only nearby town allowing bow and arrow deer hunting was Saddle River, which has allowed a controlled bow and arrow deer hunt for three consecutive years. He said

most properties there range from two or more acres apiece, much larger than local single-family parcels. Councilman Craig Marson wondered if by deleting the paragraph allowing hunting, they might also be prohibiting individuals from archery practice using a bow and arrow. Most members seemed to be okay with that, some noting other archery practice options exist and that public safety took priority over archery. Councilwomen Jacqueline

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